Weekly Deals from Stampin' Up! and Other News

Daffodil Delight 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon      126872

Price: $4.95 $3.71

White stitches right down the middle for texture and dimension. Key colors. 10 yds.

Downtown Grunge Photobook Template - Digital Download          126056

Price: $19.95 $11.97

Staff Pick

This perfectly neutral template goes with anything!

~Sara Douglass

This download was added on 5/3/2011

Exclusive to digital, use the edgy Downtown Grunge Photobook Template for a number of occasions. It's great for masculine projects, vacation photobooks, or everyday photos and moments. This 24-page 12" x 12" photobook comes with even more than the designer template; enjoy designing with the included five Designer Series paper patterns, 12 embellishments, and a four-piece stamp brush set. Coordinating colors include Basic Black, Crumb Cake, and Very Vanilla.

Dress Up Framelits Dies         130101

Price: $24.95 $18.71

Easily cut stamped dress images from the All Dressed Up Stamp Set. Largest design: 1-1/2" x 4-1/4". 3 dies. Cuts a single sheet of paper using your Big Shot, Standard Cutting Pads, and Multipurpose Platform.

Designed by Karen Burniston

Early Espresso 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon         126871

Price: $4.95 $3.71

White stitches right down the middle for texture and dimension. Key colors. 10 yds.

Merry Minis Punch Pack         126882

Price: $16.95 $12.71

Let's trim the tree! Little star, ornament, and tree punches. Shapes coordinate with the Merry Minis Stamp Set. (This item is a favorite from the 2012 holiday catalog.)

Raspberry Ripple 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon            126845

Price: $8.95 $6.71

Four rows of stitches through touchable satin. 2012–2014 In Colors. 10 yds.

Regals Core'dinations 129955

Price: $23.95 $17.96

Sandable cardstock for an antiqued, distressed, color-popping look. Outside layers are exclusive Stampin’ Up! colors—one side textured, one side smooth. Inside layer monochromatic color. Reveal inside layer by sanding, tearing, distressing.

* 80-lb. weight

* 40 sheets; 4 ea. of 10 colors

* 12" x 12"

* Acid free, lignin free

Talking Tag Message Labels   129723

Price: $7.95 $5.96

With Talking Tag, you can send a gift that is uniquely you. Now your pictures really can say a thousand words!

* 10 labels per sheet

* Scan the code on your smartphone and start recording your message

* Attach message label to cards, invitations or gifts

* Detailed recording instructions included

New Items have been added to the Clearance Rack. Click Here to see all.

Some Changes coming to My Digital Studio

Downloads

Starting in June, you will see three new downloads on the first Tuesday of each month in place of weekly Tuesday downloads. Our current library of 1,000+ downloads will still be available.

You will also see new downloads in upcoming catalogs. Our 2014–2015 annual catalog will feature My Digital Studio on 16 pages, with six new downloads and a variety of brilliant project ideas for e-cutters, gifting, home décor, organization, memory keeping, wedding planning, and more! We are excited about the catalog and know you will discover new ways to use digital art—even using some of our previously released downloads. Watch for more new downloads in upcoming catalogs.

We are excited about our new Project Life partnership with Becky Higgins! We will release all traditional Project Life cards and stamp sets as digital downloads. Watch for the Point & Click and Day to Day Stamp Brush Sets and the Everyday Adventure Project Life Cards soon.

Software

The MDS software and free trial will still be available. We will continue to provide technical support and release critical bug fixes when needed.

Print Services

In North America, we are changing our product mix and will eliminate several low-selling items (such as linen/leather-bound photobooks and hard cover journals) and hope to introduce one or two new items to round out our print offering. Watch for more information soon.

New Catalog Rumors.

Last night some demos got to see the new catalog. Stampin' Up! did a really big unveiling at about 40 Theaters around the US and Canada.  I was not able to go but I did get some tidbits of information.  I thought I would share.

 New In colors

Mossy meadow

Lost lagoon

Tangelo Twist

Blackberry bliss

Hello honey

Product Offering

• Oodles of Project Life Kits
• Framelits / Punch and stamp set bundles are back
• 1/4 “ Cotton Ribbon
• New glimmer paper (slightly brighter than retiring silver)
• Dazzling Diamonds – gold & Silver
• File Tab framelits
• Rotary alphabet stamp
• Replacing the wheels with photopolymer border stamps
• All alphabet stamp sets will be photopolymer
• Photopolymer smells like chocolate
• Alphabet framelits
• New paper stacks (see pick)
• 8 new DSPs
• Fast Fuse Adhesive – like sticky strip by in a snail dispenser
• In color accessories – in clothes pins, sequins, ribbons and bakers twine
• New card kits are apparently adorable
• Pillow box kit
• Star Framelits
• Mustache Framelits
• French Fry Box BigZ die
• Hamburger Box BigZ die

Hope you have enjoyed today's Weekly Deals and other tidbits.

Happy Stamping 

Mary

Tips & Techniques Tuesday - April 29, 2014 - Making a Tassel

My Oldest Daughter is Graduating from high School this year and I am busy making her announcements.  The announcement is a Graduation Cap with a Tassel on it.  Today I will show you how to make the tassel.

Thursday you will see how to make the rest of the card.

Tassels are great to make and I hope you have as much fun as I did.

Enjoy the Video.

Was it fun?  

Happy Stamping

Mary

Grandma's Rocking Chair - April 27, 2014 - Paper Snips

Grandma's Rocking Chair - Reviewing Stampin' Up! Paper Snips


I use the Stampin' Up! Paper Snips for cutting my ribbon.  They are very sharp and I like that they are tiny cutters for very fussy cuts but I do not like the handles.  I like handles that I can get my fingers in not just one finger on each hand.
I like the handles of the Craft and Paper Scissors better ( not the best) but I don't like their long blades for fussy cutting.


The scissors I like the best are Fiskar Scissors but they are not making them anymore and I only have 3 pair that are sharp anymore.  I have to find more of these.  The handles are cushioned and big enough for my hand which makes it really comfortable, right or left handed.

I do have 2 pair of the Paper snips and just ordered another pair.  I do like them for fussy cuts but not if I have to do a lot of them.  I like that they stay sharp except if you cut any adhesives with them and they you might as well through them away, but that is with any regular scissors.

Here are the details on the Paper Snips

Paper Snips     103579

Price: $9.95

These small, thin-bladed scissors are perfect for all your paper trimming needs. They are great for snipping that little bits of paper or when trimming ribbon. Thin stainless steel blades for perfect cutting in even the tiniest areas.

* Precision-ground tips allow for cutting all the way to the end of the blades

* Protective shield (safety cover)

* Comfort-grip handle for ease in cutting

* Exclusive to Stampin' Up!

* 2-1/2" blade

If you don't mind the small handles these are great scissors.  

I hope you have enjoyed this review.

New Catalog coming out soon.  Stand by for sneak peeks.

Happy Stamping

Mary

There's A Card Thursday - April 24, 2014 - Another Hip Hip Hooray Card

Again today I needed a fast card.  I went to the Hip Hip Hooray Kit and made a great fast card.

Here is information about the Hip Hip Hooray Kit

HipHip Hooray Card Kit       134998

Price: $19.95

Why get your cards at the store? You’ve got 20 cards at your fingertips. They’re thoughtful, they’re beautiful, they’re handmade, and they take just minutes to make! The Hip Hip Hooray Card Kit contains everything you need (minus scissors) to create 20 beautiful cards for a variety of occasions. The kit is excellent for people who are just getting started as papercrafters, and also makes a great gift!

The Hip Hip Hooray Card Kit includes:

* Cardstock and envelopes for 20 cards

* Twine, clips, and adhesive die-cut embellishments

* Three-piece Hip Hip Hooray Stamp Set & clear stamp block

* Stampin Dimensionals

* Basic Gray Stampin’ Spot (mini ink pads)

* Full-color instructional brochure

I really love this kit for cards I need in a hurry or if you are new to stamping and would like to make cards.  Sometimes I just need a card and don't want to get everything out and here even when making a video I had a card ready in under 5 minutes. It was hand made and far better than a store bought one. 

Hope you enjoy this video.

Get your Free Stampin' Up! 2014 -2015 Catalog.

Don't you love a new catalog?  I love to feel it in my hands,  I love to look at it all the time.  I love to mark it up with what I have and what I want.  So I love the time when it comes out.  Being a Demonstrator has it's advantages we usually get to see it first (one of the reasons I became a demo). I have been ordering catalogs for my customers to be delivered to their homes all evening today, free from me to you - only catch is you have had to order at least $50 worth of merchandise with me in the past year (You still have time to do that until April 26 this year).  Stampin' Up! will start mailing them out May 1, that does not mean you will get them the next day but you should have them well in advance of when you can order from them on June 2.  You may place an on-line order with me at http://marytrautner.stampinup.net or click here. All orders must be placed by Noon April 26 so that I can get the orders for the catalogs in.  If you do not want to order but would still like a catalog delivered to your home until April 26 it will be $5.50, let me know your e-mail and mailing address and I will send you a Pay Pal Invoice for the amount.  After April 26 it will be $5.50 plus $5.80 for mailing, as I will be mailing from my house after that time.  So hurry and be the first on your block with the new Stampin' Up! Catalog.

Happy Stamping
Mary

We love Demo Support or #weloveds

Today we #stampinup Demonstrators want to send a little love to our Demo Support Folks.  #weloveds Demo Support is great.  They help us Demos with problems, answer our dumb and tough questions and sometimes just listen to us vent.  Everyone I dealt with is upbeat, helpful and fun.  They help make our job easier while we just make their job tougher.  So today is your day and we all just want to say a big THANK YOU for all you do.  Here is just a little something from me to you.

Happy Stamping Mary

Weekly deals, Retirment Information and Other Stampin' Up! News

2013-2015 In Color Core'dinations    129958

Price: $11.95 $8.96

Sandable cardstock for an antiqued, distressed, color-popping look. Outside layers are exclusive Stampin’ Up! colors—one side textured, one side smooth. Inside layer monochromatic color. Reveal inside layer by sanding, tearing, distressing.

* 80-lb. weight

* 20 sheets; 4 ea. of 5 colors

* 12" x 12"

* Acid free, lignin free

5/8 Inch Crochet Trim Victoria           118481

Price: $6.95 $5.21

Add vintage charm to your projects with this beautiful, high-quality crochet trim. Tie it, dye it, knot it, gather it, or stitch it--with 5 yards in each package, you'll have enough for many projects.

* Approximately 5 yards per package

* 100% cotton

* Can be dyed using Classic Stampin' Ink

* 5/8" wide

Afternoon Daydream Kit - Digital Download           130861

Price: $9.95 $5.97

This download was added on 6/26/2012

Download includes:

* 8-piece stamp brush set

* 4 Designer Series Papers

* 58 embellishments

Features:

* A nice complement to the Daydream Medallions Stamp Brush Set

Coordinating colors:

Basic Gray, More Mustard, Pool Party, Primrose Petals

Afternoon Picnic Designer Series Paper         131390

Price: $10.95 $8.21

Sit back. Relax. Enjoy an afternoon creating with vintage patterns and subtle colors. Coordinating colors: Basic Gray, Coastal Cabana, Crushed Curry, Pear Pizzazz, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Wisteria Wonder.

* 12 sheets, 2 each of 6 double-sided designs

* 12" x 12"

* Acid free, lignin-free

Large Pearl Basic Jewels         125577

Price: $4.95 $3.71

Our Pearl Basic Jewels—now in a larger size! Add these half-back pearls to your stamped images and paper flowers for a touch of elegance and dimension. Adhesive on back makes them easy to adhere. 40 pearls, ea. approximately 8mm diameter.

Naturals Designer Buttons      127554

Price: $4.95 $3.71

Add a trendy, wood-like adornment.

* 24 buttons: 8 ea. of 3 designs

* Sizes: 3/8"; 5/8"; 7/8"

Pacific Point 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon            126878

Price: $4.95 $3.71

White stitches right down the middle for texture and dimension. Key colors. 10 yds.

Rich Razzleberry 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon     126876

Price: $4.95 $3.71

White stitches right down the middle for texture and dimension. Key colors. 10 yds.

Click here to purchase the Weekly Deals

We also need to Congratulate Laurel for winning the Retirement Contest.  

Some of the retirement accessories and Stamp Sets are already sold out.  So if you would really like anything that is retiring please get it now, you can also take advantage of free shipping now through Friday April 25.  Which means you can buy 10% more goodies.

Click here to see everything that is still available from the retirement list.

Happy stamping

Mary

Tips & Techniques Tuesday - April 22, 2014 - April Paper Pumpkin

Today on Tips & Techniques Tuesday we will be doing the April Paper Pumpkin.

Isn't the packaging beautiful.  I really need this Home Decor Item as we are getting ready to sell the house and we need Neutral things for our wall, no Kayla or Meigan photos on the wall anymore, that is sad and we had them up all over the house.  Now I am filling frames with Designer Series Paper.  Here are a few I have done.

Do you think that these will look good on our walls?

Then I think I will also add April's Paper Pumpkin. 

I really love this.

Hope you enjoy the video.

Don't forget that there is free shipping all this week and check out the Retirement List.  Order all the items you can't live without and get them shipped to you free.  Click here to see up to date retirement items remember Only while supply last or until June 4.

For Now here is the list of stamps that are retiring.

Page    Item     Product Description    Retail Price

11        129222            Make a Wish (Clear) FRA DE            $17.95

11        131928            Make a Wish (Wood)  $23.95

13        121982            Create a Cupcake (Clear) ESP FRA DE        $16.95

13        128520            Create a Cupcake (Wood)      $22.95

14        121958            Bring on the Cake (Clear)       $27.95

14        128490            Bring on the Cake (Wood)     $38.95

15        126722            You're Amazing (Clear) FRA DE      $22.95

15        132103            You're Amazing (Wood)        $30.95

16        130390            Birthday Cake (Wood)           $8.95

17        126742            Make a Cake (Clear)   $11.95

17        132036            Make a Cake (Wood)  $14.95

18        122742            Pennant Parade (Clear) FRA DE        $16.95

18        128697            Pennant Parade (Wood)          $21.95

18        122512            Sweets for the Sweet (Clear) FRA     $18.95

18        128742            Sweets for the Sweet (Wood)            $25.95

22        130243            Hello, Lovely (Clear) ESP FRA DE   $24.95

22        130240            Hello, Lovely (Wood) $32.95

27        122652            Delightful Dozen (Clear) ESP FRA DE         $24.95

27        128547            Delightful Dozen (Wood)       $32.95

30        131071            Crazy, Mixed-Up Love (Clear) ESP FRA DE           $14.95

30        131068            Crazy, Mixed-Up Love (Wood)         $19.95

31        123592            It's a Wrap Occasions (Clear) ESP FRA DE  $19.95

31        128616            It's a Wrap Occasions (Wood)            $27.95

32        128009            Seasonal Sayings (Clear) ESP FRA DE         $16.95

32        131937            Seasonal Sayings (Wood)       $22.95

34        130733            Oh, Hello (Clear)        $18.95

34        131931            Oh, Hello (Wood)       $25.95

37        131459            Thanks & Hello (Wood)         $8.95

37        131658            Thanks & Hello--not available in English (Clear) FRA DE   

38        126522            Fabulous You (Clear)  $11.95

38        131995            Fabulous You (Wood)            $14.95

38        132575            Mr. & Mrs. (Wood)     $8.95

40        125477            Love & Laughter (Clear) FRA DE     $17.95

40        128433            Love & Laughter (Wood)       $22.95

41        129210            Just Married (Clear)    $14.95

41        131925            Just Married (Wood)   $18.95

41        126457            Sweet Essentials (Clear) FRA DE      $14.95

41        132085            Sweet Essentials (Wood)        $19.95

42        126337            Words of Courage (Clear)      $12.95

42        132097            Words of Courage (Wood)     $16.95

43        126392            Animal Talk (Clear) FRA DE $18.95

43        132569            Animal Talk (Wood)   $26.95

44        126547            Road to Happiness (Clear) ESP FRA DE      $21.95

44        132572            Road to Happiness (Wood)    $29.95

45        130303            Tag It (Clear) ESP FRA DE   $16.95

45        130300            Tag It (Wood) $22.95

48        132690            Filmstrip (Wood)        $10.95

49        125946            Blast Off (Clear) FRA DE     $20.95

49        131958            Blast Off (Wood)       $28.95

51        130523            Rev Up the Fun! (Clear) FRA DE      $14.95

51        130520            Rev Up the Fun! (Wood)        $18.95

51        130309            You're My Hero (Clear)          $14.95

51        130306            You're My Hero (Wood)        $19.95

52        126317            Pure Gumption (Clear)            $12,95

52        132067            Pure Gumption (Wood)          $16.95

52        126737            Storybook Friends (Clear)      $17.95

52        132079            Storybook Friends (Wood)     $24.95

53        124307            Great Sport (Clear)     $18.95

53        132010            Great Sport (Wood)    $26.95

55        127319            Dress Up (Clear)         $17.95

55        131981            Dress Up (Wood)        $24.95

55        130703            Stylin' Girl (Clear)       $14.95

55        130700            Stylin' Girl (Wood)     $18.95

56        125472            Baby Prints (Clear)     $21.95

56        128418            Baby Prints (Wood)    $27.95

56        127314            Cuddles & Kisses (Clear) ESP FRA DE        $18.95

56        131913            Cuddles & Kisses (Wood)      $25.95

57        130586            Sweetest Gift (Clear) ESP FRA DE  $17.95

57        130583            Sweetest Gift (Wood)            $24.95

58        131118            Fishin' Around (Wood)           $8.95

58        126382            One in a Million (Clear) FRA DE       $18.95

58        132052            One in a Million (Wood)         $26.95

58        131091            Worth the Wait (Wood)          $9.95

62        126612            Papaya Collage (Clear)           $23.95

62        132055            Papaya Collage (Wood)          $31.95

65        123804            Gently Falling (Clear) $28.95

65        128430            Gently Falling (Wood)            $39.95

67        122762            Field Flowers (Clear)  $17.95

67        128583            Field Flowers (Wood) $24.95

68        126527            So Sorry (Clear) FRA DE       $16.95

68        132585            So Sorry (Wood)         $21.95

70        120501            Fabulous Phrases (Clear)         $26.95

70        128577            Fabulous Phrases (Wood)       $37.95

71        123608            Sunflower (Clear)       $13.95

71        128736            Sunflower (Wood)      $17.95

72        126347            Horse Frontier (Clear) FRA DE         $14.95

72        132019            Horse Frontier (Wood)           $18.95

73        126452            Harvest Blessings (Clear)        $13.95

73        132016            Harvest Blessings (Wood)      $17.95

74        122199            Zoo Review (Clear)    $16.95

74        128769            Zoo Review (Wood)   $22.95

75        126517            Fine Feathers (Clear)   $12.95

75        132578            Fine Feathers (Wood) $16.95

75        127808            Woodgrain (Clear)      $13.95

75        128763            Woodgrain (Wood)     $17.95

76        123052            Blessings from Heaven (Clear) ESP   $14.95

76        128487            Blessings from Heaven (Wood)          $18.95

79        129258            Backyard Basics (Clear)         $17.95

79        129255            Backyard Basics (Wood)        $24.95

84        128087            Wonderfall (Clear)      $17.95

84        131949            Wonderfall (Wood)    $24.95

85        126577            Bug Me (Clear)           $12.95

85        131970            Bug Me (Wood)          $16.95

85        131088            Five-Way Flower (Wood)       $9.95

87        126006            Betsy's Blossoms (Clear)        $21.95

87        131955            Betsy's Blossoms (Wood)       $28.95

88        126767            World Treasures (Clear) FRA DE      $17.95

88        132100            World Treasures (Wood)        $23.95

89        125497            Bright Blossoms (Clear)          $12.95

89        128424            Bright Blossoms (Wood)        $16.95

92        126312            Take Care (Clear)        $13.95

92        132088            Take Care (Wood)      $17.95

93        123027            Fabulous Florets (Clear)          $17.95

93        128574            Fabulous Florets (Wood)        $23.95

94        129144            Secret Garden (Clear) $18.95

94        131940            Secret Garden (Wood)            $25.95

95        122892            Perfectly Penned (Clear)         $12.95

95        128703            Perfectly Penned (Wood)       $16.95

100      127790            En Français (Clear)     $13.95

100      128562            En Français (Wood)    $17.95

104      127072            Layered Labels (Clear) FRA DE        $25.95

104      132028            Layered Labels (Wood)          $33.95

105      122647            Creative Elements (Clear) FRA DE   $24.95

105      128523            Creative Elements (Wood)     $32.95

106      129496            Ex Libris (Clear)         $13.95

106      131992            Ex Libris (Wood)        $17.95

106      125845            Loving Thoughts (Clear)         $23.95

106      128436            Loving Thoughts (Wood)       $29.95

108      126262            Lovely Little Labels (Clear)    $10.95

108      132033            Lovely Little Labels (Wood)  $13.95

108      130736            Off the Grid (Wood)  $11.95

109      127292            Clockworks (Clear)     $17.95

109      131973            Clockworks (Wood)   $23.95

112      130297            Happy Day (Clear) FRA DE  $16.95

112      130294            Happy Day (Wood)    $21.95

113      130895            Beautifully Baroque (Wood)  $14.95

113      126727            Forever with You (Clear) FRA DE    $17.95

113      132004            Forever with You (Wood)      $23.95

114      130387            This Day Forward (Clear) ESP FRA DE       $15.95

114      130384            This Day Forward (Wood)     $20.95

116      129192            Amazing Family (Clear) FRA DE      $18.95

116      131907            Amazing Family (Wood)        $25.95

117      127913            Friendship Preserves (Clear) FRA DE            $16.95

117      131919            Friendship Preserves (Wood)  $21.95

117      122887            Lacy & Lovely (Clear)            $17.95

117      132025            Lacy & Lovely (Wood)          $24.95

118      122587            My Friend (Clear) FRA DE    $19.95

118      128670            My Friend (Wood)      $27.95

119      129150            Background Builders (Clear)  $16.95

119      129147            Background Builders (Wood)            $22.95

122      122592            Delicate Doilies (Clear)           $16.95

122      128541            Delicate Doilies (Wood)         $21.95

122      122847            Hello, Doily (Clear)    $13.95

122      128610            Hello, Doily (Wood)   $17.95

122      130589            Trefoil Cross (Wood)  $8.95

124      129252            Hearts a Flutter (Clear)           $18.95

124      131922            Hearts a Flutter (Wood)          $25.95

124      130892            Simply Stars (Clear)    $10.95

124      130889            Simply Stars (Wood)  $13.95

130      126357            Notable Alphabet (Clear)        $34.95

130      132047            Notable Alphabet (Wood)      $46.95

131      130568            ABC-123 Outline Alphabet & Numbers (Clear)        $19.95

131      130565            ABC-123 Sketch Alphabet & Numbers (Clear)         $19.95

131      126592            Morning Post Alphabet (Clear)           $34.95

131      132042            Morning Post Alphabet (Wood)         $46.95

132      130438            Alphabetized (Clear)   $13.95

132      130435            Alphabetized (Wood) $17.95

134      123598            Occasions Alphabet (Clear)    $31.95

134      128688            Occasions Alphabet (Wood)   $43.95

202      129714            Banner Greetings  (Clear) ESP FRA DE        $8.00*

202      129711            Banner Greetings (Wood)       $10.00*

202      129696            Happy Flowers (Clear)            $10.00*

202      129693            Happy Flowers (Wood)          $14.00*

203      129678            Morning Meadow (Clear) FRA DE    $10.00*

203      129675            Morning Meadow (Wood)      $14.00*

204      129240            Postage Collection (Clear) ESP FRA DE       $12.00*

204      129237            Postage Collection (Wood)     $17.00*

205      130339            Express Yourself (Clear) ESP FRA DE         $11.00*

205      130336            Express Yourself (Wood)       $15.00*

205      129672            Simply Sketched (Clear) ESP FR DE            $10.00*

205      129669            Simply Sketched (Wood)       $14.00*

205      129702            Sweetly Framed (Clear) ESP FRA DE          $9.00*

205      129699            Sweetly Framed (Wood)        $12.00*

HC      131841            Morning Post Numbers (Clear)           $17.95

Happy Stamping
Mary