Welcome to my blog. I'm a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator who loves teaching others the joys of stamping and paper crafting. When I'm not stampin', I'm a busy Wife and Mother of three beautiful, growing daughters. I hope you find inspiration here and will come back to visit often!
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πJoin me LIVE on Facebook TONIGHT!..You'll learn how to create this adorable MUG using the Cup of Christmas Stamp Set and Cup of Cheer Dies! Don't miss it!
πClick the Facebook image on the left sidebar and head on over to Be Creative Stamping Facebook Page...Be sure to "like" my Be Creative Stamping page; and join me LIVE TONIGHT at 7:30 pm (EST)!
πInterested in the Holiday Gift Class Tutorial?...You'll receive a Video Tutorial, Supply List AND Lifetime Access to each project! Tutorial Fee:$15. You can pay using the Paypal Button below. Tutorial will be emailed to your Inbox immediately after payment!
πThe Year End Sale Event Begins TOMORROW...Stampin' Up! is wishing 2017 a fond farewell by throwing a Year-End Sales Event in its honor! In just a few short days, you'll be smiling over special deals on select retiring and surplus items while supplies last.
πThe Year-End Sales Event will run from December 1, 2017 to January 2, 2018 and supplies are limited...Be sure to snag your favorite items before theyβre gone!
πThe Holiday Gift Class is this Saturday, December 2, 9:30-12 Noon, at The Manor House in Kings Charter!..I'm looking forward to seeing many of you at this annual class tradition! For my Online Customers who purchased the class, I should be shipping it on Friday!
It wouldn't be OnStage without cute little Pillow Gifts! It's always so much to create these treats for those on our team and closest friends. My Pillow Gifts are super simple this time around...coffee cup sticky notes!
I've embellished each one using the Coffee Cafe' Stamp Set, Coffee Cups Framelits Dies, and Coffee Break Designer Paper! I inked the images in Garden Green, Soft Suede, and Early Espresso; and the Belly Band measures 2 1/4" x 9". The leaves are from Painted Autumn Stamp Set and Leaf Punch (bundle & save 10%) which are in the 2017 Holiday Catalog!
πHead on over to my Be Creative Stamping Facebook Page...Find out what's going on at the Stampin' Up! OnStage Event in Salt Lake City!
πIf you missed signing up for the October Paper Pumpkin Kit...become a Paper Pumpkin subscriber TODAY!! You won't want to miss the FUN in the November Kit! I'm sure it's filled with treats for gift giving! You need to subscribe by Friday, November 10 to receive the November Kit. You can subscribe HERE!
Get your Jingle on with the most popular and anticipated class of the year! Join the fun and creativity as we make gifts that are perfect for Holiday Gift Giving! Your handmade gifts are guaranteed to delight your family and friends!
Sunday Afternoon, November 19
1:30-4:00 pm
(4 spaces available)
OR
Saturday Morning, December 2
9:30 am-12 Noon
(FULL)
at
The SPACIOUS Manor House at Kings Charter!
Mechanicsville, VA
πCheck out the 2017 Holiday Gifts!π
Projects Include ...
6th Annual Holiday Ornament...It's a tradition!
NEW Hot Cocoa Treat Holder with Cocoa Packet
Be Merry Treat Tubes
Holiday Class Kit includes:
1/2 pkg. (12" x 12") Be Merry Designer Paper
1/3 pkg. (12" x 12") Year of Cheer Specialty Designer Paper
1 (12" x 12") Gold Foil Sheet
2 Acetate Note Card Boxes
1 yard 1/4" Double-Stitched Cherry Cobbler Ribbon
1 yard 3/8" Metallic-Edge Ribbon
1 Cocoa Amore' Gourmet Hot Cocoa Packet
3 Treat Tubes
2 Year of Cheer Embellishments
2 Foil Snowflakes (Gold & Silver)
1 Delicate Doily
Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler, and Garden Green Cardstock
1 pkg. Tear & Tape
Class Fee: $35
Registration Deadline: TODAY!!Monday, November 6, 2017.Please register early to guarantee the day and time that you prefer.
Are you a local or long distance customer who can't attend the class?...No worries! You can register for the ONLINE VERSION!
β€BACK BY POPULAR DEMANDβ€
πI'm offering Add-On Kits AGAIN THIS YEAR!π
Have you ever wanted to create more than just one of the gifts included in the class? Now, You Can!
Read all about the Add-On Holiday Kits below...
πAdd-On Holiday Kits!...Add a kit (or two or a few) and you'll be able to create more ornaments, Hot Cocoa Holders, and Be Merry Treat Tubes for gifts! You must be registered for the Holiday Gift Giving Class in order to purchase Add-On Kits.
Each Add On Holiday Kit includes everything you'll need to create an additional gift. These kits are perfect for creating at home.
πOrnament Kit: $5 each
πHot Cocoa Treat Holders: $3.50 each (Cocoa packet included! I have a limited number of cocoa packets, so please order early!)
πBe Merry Treat Tube Holders: $5 each (Candy not included.)
πREGISTRATION DETAILS:
Click the Email Tammy button (on the left sidebar)...and tell me you're coming today! Let me know which class you're attending and if you're ordering any Add-On Kits. Put your check in the mail to confirm your registration! Kits will be available for pick up at your designated class.
ONLINE VERSION: You'll receive the class materials, video tutorials, and inspiration sheets. Your kit will be shipped on Wednesday, November 29, 2017.
Class Fee: $35 (plus shipping). Once your kit is packaged, I'll notify you with the most economical way to ship. If you're interested in adding additional kits, please email me and I'll send you a paypal invoice.
REGISTER AND PAY FOR THE LOCAL AND ONLINE VERSION (WITHOUT ADD-ON KITS)
πThe Merry Little Labels Christmas Class is now being offered...This class is scheduled for Tuesday evening, October 24, at The Manor House in Kings Charter, Mechanicsville, Virginia. It's also available as an Online Class!Deadline to Register: Tuesday, October 10.
πThe Watercolor Christmas Class is now being offered in my Be Creative Stamping Studio...Create 20 beautiful watercolor wash cards just in time for the holidays!
πSpooky Night Suite Reveal everyday next week!...Don't miss a single day of Halloween Treats and Inspiration Sheets using the Spooky Night Suite!
There are so many ways in which to use and create with these darling Mini Pizza Boxes. Each one measures 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 1", so they are the mini version of a standard pizza box! Wondering where you can get 'em? They're located in the 2017 Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog (p. 44) which will be available to order in my Online Store on Friday, September 1!
Each day this week, I will demonstrate different ways to use these adorable Mini Pizza Boxes. The demonstrations will be in the form of a video tutorial and a Be Creative Inspiration Sheet complete with a supply list and measurements.
In today's post, you'll learn how to emboss a Mini Pizza Box with paste! It's called the Embossing Paste Technique and you'll find that you can use embossing paste (in any color) to coordinate with ALL the projects that you create! How cool is that?
πYou, too, can participate in the Mini Pizza Box fun!...Just leave a comment at the end of the blog post or on my You Tube Channel for a chance to win an entire package of Mini Pizza Boxes! ONLY 2 MORE DAYS for a chance to win a package of Mini Pizza Boxes!
To leave a comment: Look under my name...click on "comment" (in yellow), comment in the box, and click "post". You can comment once/day to enter your name in the drawing. On Friday, September 1 (@12 midnight), the contest will close. I'll announce the winner on Saturday morning right here on my blog and Facebook Page! The winner will receive one package of Mini Pizza Boxes! I hope you'll play along!
πIf you earned Bonus Days Coupons in July...Be sure to redeem it by TODAY!...If ordering online, there will be a "box" for you to enter the coupon code. Contact me if you have any questions and don't forget to use the Hostess Code below!
πTomorrow...The 2017 Holiday Catalog is LIVE! The Mini Pizza Boxes (and ALL of the other amazing new products) will available to order in my Online Store!
There are so many ways in which to use and create with these darling Mini Pizza Boxes. Each one measures 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 1", so they are the mini version of a standard pizza box! Wondering where you can get 'em? They're located in the 2017 Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog (p. 44) which will be available to order in my Online Store on Friday, September 1!
Each day this week, I will demonstrate different ways to use these adorable Mini Pizza Boxes. The demonstrations will be in the form of a video tutorial and a Be Creative Inspiration Sheet complete with a supply list and measurements.
In today's post, you'll learn how to change the color of a Mini Pizza Box! It's called the Sponging Technique and you'll find that you can sponge your mini pizza box (in any color) to coordinate with any project you're creating! How cool is that?
πYou, too, can participate in the Mini Pizza Box fun!...Just leave a comment at the end of the blog post for a chance to win an entire package of Mini Pizza Boxes!
To leave a comment: Look under my name...click on "comment" (in yellow), comment in the box, and click "post". You can comment once/day to enter your name in the drawing. On Friday, September 1 (@12 midnight), the contest will close. I'll announce the winner on Saturday morning right here on my blog and Facebook Page! The winner will receive one package of Mini Pizza Boxes! I hope you'll play along!
πIf you earned Bonus Days Coupons in July...Be sure to redeem it by TOMORROW--Thursday, August 31!...Use it on the Carols of Christmas Early Release! You'll need the coupon code(s) that Stampin' Up! mailed you in July. If ordering online, there will be a "box" for you to enter the coupon code. Contact me if you have any questions.
My Thailand Incentive Trip Swap featured the Coffee Cafe' Bundle! It's one of my favorite bundles in the 2017 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog! Now, my Hostess Clubs will have the opportunity to make it! I can't wait to share the Coffee Break Suite with you!
I had to make quite a few "Frappuccinos"!
πHostess Clubs are meeting this week...Friday Morning (9:30-11:30 am) and Saturday Morning (9:30-11:30 am). Both clubs are meeting at the Manor House in Kings Charter!
πIt's Stampin' Up! Bonus Days...For every $50 you spend between July 1 and July 31 (before shipping and tax), you'll get a $5 BONUS DAYS coupon that you can use August 2-31! This is a great opportunity to shop from your wish list, whether you buy your favorite products now or later in August with your coupons! There is no limit to the number of coupons participants can receive per order or throughout the duration of the promotion!
You probably guessed that my Thailand Incentive Trip Swap would feature the Coffee Cafe' Bundle! It's one of my favorite bundles in the 2017 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog!
The incentive trip swap is always optional, but I love to participate especially since there's a new catalog! I made 25 cards for the swap and one card for Stampin' Up! to take back to the home office. I'm dropping off my bag of swaps today and will pick up a 25 new swaps on Friday! Stampin' Up! does all the swapping for us. It's easy for us...drop off and pick up!
I had to make quite a few "Frappuccinos"!
πThailand Incentive Trip Updateβ¦This is our first official day of the trip! Stampin' Up! has arranged buses to take us to Latitude Marquee. We'll start the week off with a general meeting, Sneak Peak Holiday Catalog Stamping Presentations, and surprises! We'll return to the resort around noon where Stampin' Up! has arranged lunch at the resort.
And if that's not enough...I must stop by the Hospitality Suite to drop off my swaps and spin the Prize Wheel! I wonder what Stampin' Up! is giving away today? PLUS, the Make & Takes Room will be open ALL week. These projects will feature NEW product from the Holiday Catalog. It's Christmas in July (in Thailand)!!
πBe sure to head on over to Facebook and "like" my Be Creative Stamping page...I'll be posting throughout the incentive trip!
Happiness is a cup of COFFEE shared with a friend!...Many of you already know that I LOVE coffee and anything related to coffee. When Stampin' Up! introduced this coffee suite, I couldn't wait to order it!
I've spent the past few days creating cards with the Coffee Cafe' Bundle (Coffee Cafe Stamp Set and Coffee Cups Framelits Dies), Coffee Break Designer Paper, and Corrugated Elements. I've discovered a "latte" tips and tricks and want to share them in the video below.
πThe In~Color Share Box has been a HUGE HIT!...If you're interested in a beautiful assortment of designer paper, cardstock, ribbon, and bitty bows (featuring the inspiring NEW In~Colors), be sure to Email Me to get your name on the list! Click here for ALL the details.
πTomorrow...I'm hoping to share a Coffee Cafe' Gift Card Holder with you! First on the list though...Finishing the Share Boxes!!
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