Sunday, November 10, 2013

Grandma's Rocking Chair - November 10, 2013 - Review Note Cards and Envelopes


Grandma's Rocking Chair Review - Note Cards & Envelopes from Stampin' Up!

I will be truthful, Until just recently I have never used Stampin' Ups Note Cards and Envelopes.
I just didn't think I would like them. I made my own and they were 5 1/2 x 4 1/4 I liked them and that was that.

Why should I use something that was 5 x 3 1/2? OK  the price is right $5.95 for 20 cards and envelopes that is about .30 cents for a card and envelope. I just never bought them not even to fill out an order and I do a lot of that type of buying.  Well at the Stampin' Up! convention this year we got a make and take with the note cards in it.  So I tried them had to they gave them to us, along with a cute stamp set.  I won't turn down free stuff so I tried them.







Guess what?  I fell in love with them.  Especially for fast and easy cards.  But you can also do some fancy cards with layers and even Washi Tape.

It gives you a pre-made base, no cutting, no scoring, ready to go, just stamp or decorate.  I have ordered a few packages since then. Need a quick card just grab one and it is almost done.  

I have to let you in on a secret I have also ordered the pre-cut card bases. I really am hooked on those.  They cost $4.95 for 20 Card Bases about .25 cents. No envelopes but you can buy the envelopes, $6.50 for 40 envelopes, about .16 cents an envelope, or make your own with the Envelope Punch Board Designer Series Paper or Cardstock.  You will probably see a quick and easy card video on them in a few weeks.

If nothing else try these note cards and envelopes.

Price: $5.95
These pre-scored cards make creating unique cards a breeze! Each card is scored for easy folding, and the packet comes with 20 cards and matching envelopes.

■ 5" x 3-1/2" card (folded)
■ 5-1/8" x 3-5/8" envelope
■ Whisper White
■ Exclusive Stampin’ Up! envelope flap design

Don't forget the Mystery Hostess for this month.
The Mystery Hostess is for everyone who enters an on-line order and uses the Hostess code they will be entered into a drawing for what Hostess rewards are available.  
Just use the Hostess Code NZCM2E4W and you will be entered into the drawing.
Mystery Host code  NZCM2E4W is good till November 19 and the winner will be announce November 20. The winner will choose Stampin' Up! products of their choice. To be entered in the drawing you need to enter the code.  The big question where do you enter the code when you are on the page of your shopping bag on the left bottom side you will see at the bottom where it say "Special Offer" the box that say "Do you have a hostess code"  Look like this
Do you have a hostess code? Enter it here and click Apply:

 that is where you will enter  NZCM2E4W in that box let me know if you have any question and good luck to everyone that will participate. 

If you have any Stamping or Paper Crafts question leave a comment or e-mail me and I will try to answer them.

Happy Stamping
Mary

Friday, November 8, 2013

Catch Up and What is New in the Stampin' Up! World


I know I have been remiss in updating this week.  The Weekly Specials are here.  Digital Scrapbook week is over (more on that in a few).  This week is just flying by.
Yesterday Meigan got her braces on.  She has been looking forward to this for so long, well our stoic girl, who hardly ever complains, well her teeth really hurt and she didn't even want to eat yesterday.  For those that know Megs that is not often when she won't eat.  So we got her mashed potatoes, soup, pudding and Tylenol.  I hope she feels better today, I hate to see her in pain.

Yesterday was also Parent Teachers conference, so Don and I spent a few hours at the girls schools.  Just great grades and no problems but still nice to check in.  Then Don and I went and had dinner out, been awhile since we had a date night.


I have also been designing some cards for a private Christmas Card Class 4 cards, here are three that we will be doing.





Been a real busy week sorry that I didn't update you on Stampin' Up! happenings but I will now.

Weekly Deals for this week
Price: $8.95 $6.71
Add deeply embossed impressions to the edges of your cards with these newly sized folders! Add extra dimension by cutting the side of your card first with the Adorning Accents Edgelits, then emboss using these folders. Largest embossed design is approximately 5-1/2" x 1" long. Set of 3 folders.



Price: $21.95 $16.46
Versatile fall leaves. Endless project ideas. Coordinates with the Wonderfall Stamp Set. Largest leaf: 3" x 3". Use with Big Shot machine and Standard Cutting Pads. (This item is a favorite from the 2012 holiday catalog.)







Price: $8.95 $6.71
Make a bold statement with this Cherry Cobbler grosgrain ribbon, edged with white. 1" wide; 10 yards.







Price: $16.95 $12.71
When you need a delicious homemade treat, a yummy cupcake can't be beat! You can whip up adorable cupcakes to sweeten your paper crafting projects too with our Build a Cupcake Punch. Complete with frosting, cherry, candle, and sprinkles, you'll have a bunch of the pieces you need to decorate your cupcakes with scrumptious style for lots of different occasions. Coordinates ideally with images in the Create a Cupcake Set for super easy stamp-and-punch accents.



Price: $21.95 $16.46
Insert in the Card Base Pop 'n Cuts Die to cut a fun pop-up card! Embellish the dress form with a dress you cut using the Dress Up Framelits Dies. Dress form insert: 3-1/4" x 4-5/16". Use with Extended Cutting Pads.

Designed by Karen Burniston





Price: $4.95 $3.71


Some of your prettiest projects just beg for some sparkle! Half-backed. Adhesive-backed. 40 total: ea. 8 mm





Price: $4.95 $3.71

Be the most popular stop on the block this Halloween with one-of-a-kind goodie bags! Kit includes elements to make 10 goodie bags: die-cut Kraft tags; printed, die-cut banners; stickers; Bermuda Bay Baker’s Twine. Also includes 3" x 5" Cellophane Bags. Tag size: 1-5/8" x 2-1/2".

Great one to buy for next year and you can also use it for Birthday Treat bags.


Price: $12.95 $7.77

This download was added on 7/17/2012

Download includes:
* 1-page décor designer template (5" x 5")
* 8-page banner (8 postcards) designer template (3-1/2" x 5")
* 2 double-sided postcard designer templates (5" x 3-1/2"; 5" x 7")
* 18-piece stamp brush set
* 12 Designer Series Papers

Features:
* All your favorites from the World Spectacular Suite in digital form PLUS digital-exclusive templates to make the World's Greatest Party including a décor printable, invitation, and banner
* Easy to create coordinating projects with all included elements

Coordinating colors:
Calypso Coral, Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Island Indigo, Very Vanilla, Whisper White



Digital Announcements 
If you are like me you missed most of the Weeks Digital Download Specials.




We have two very exciting announcements today!
My Digital Studio Facebook Giveaway
This Tuesday you'll notice something a little different with our new MDS downloads-three My Digital Classes! Each class comes with an exclusive digital download and instructional project-based video training that will guide users through a number of techniques as they create a variety of projects in MDS. 
We're having a giveaway on Facebook to win our next My Digital Class that will come out on the last Tuesday of this month. 
All Daily Deals Back on Sale
Hopefully this week has gotten you inspired to start creating with MDS.  We know there were quite a few of you that missed out on some of the Daily Deals, so as one last final surprise to end Digital Scrapbooking Days, the My Digital Studio team has decided to put all of the Daily Deals back on sale for 24 hours! Get your orders in between November 8 at midnight and November 9 at midnight (MT).
Here are the downloads that will be on sale:

  • Amped Up Ampersands Kit (item 134844)
  • Hello There Kit (item 133374)
  • All Time Fave Photobook Template (item 132915)
  • Modern Medley Overlays Kit (item 134839)
  • Be Brave Pocket Cards (item 134840)
  • Nobody's Business Photobook Template (item 134812)
  • Autumn Traditions Kit (item 127600)
Also don't forget you just have a few days to order this months Stamping in the Mail Set and Cards.



Don't forget the Mystery Hostess for this month.
The Mystery Hostess is for everyone who enters an on-line order and uses the Hostess code they will be entered into a drawing for what Hostess rewards are available.  
Just use the Hostess Code NZCM2E4W and you will be entered into the drawing.
Mystery Host code  NZCM2E4W is good till November 19 and the winner will be announce November 20. The winner will choose Stampin' Up! products of their choice. To be entered in the drawing you need to enter the code.  The big question where do you enter the code when you are on the page of your shopping bag on the left bottom side you will see at the bottom where it say "Special Offer" the box that say "Do you have a hostess code"  Look like this
Do you have a hostess code? Enter it here and click Apply:

 that is where you will enter  NZCM2E4W in that box let me know if you have any question and good luck to everyone that will participate. 

Thursday, November 7, 2013

There's A Card Thursday - November 6, 2013 - Chalk Talk For You Card

Good Morning,

Cool November day here.  Yes Winter is here, in Wyoming that means wind and I do mean wind.  I am enjoying the few days when it does not blow in the Winter but we know it won't be to far away.

Today is also Parent Teachers conference for both of the girls and also Meigan is getting braces today, so it will be a busy day.

Want to get this out before the world rises and we go non stop for the rest of the day.

Today I made a fast and simple card which can be used for sending a gift card or any present or just good wishes.  All it says is For You.  I used the Chalk Talk set, I really like this set and it is so versatile.


Here is the video, Hope you enjoy it.


Don't forget the Mystery Hostess for this month.
The Mystery Hostess is for everyone who enters an on-line order and uses the Hostess code they will be entered into a drawing for what Hostess rewards are available.  
Just use the Hostess Code NZCM2E4W and you will be entered into the drawing.
Mystery Host code  NZCM2E4W is good till November 19 and the winner will be announce November 20. The winner will choose Stampin' Up! products of their choice. To be entered in the drawing you need to enter the code.  The big question where do you enter the code when you are on the page of your shopping bag on the left bottom side you will see at the bottom where it say "Special Offer" the box that say "Do you have a hostess code"  Look like this
Do you have a hostess code? Enter it here and click Apply:

 that is where you will enter  NZCM2E4W in that box let me know if you have any question and good luck to everyone that will participate. 

Happy Stamping
Mary