Seaside Bay Birthday

Happy New Year!

Tomorrow is a big day!  A new Stampin' Up! catalog goes live, Saleabration begins, a new kit will be launched, and a wonderful new join offer begins!  I'll be back tomorrow to talk about all of that.  Today, though, let's take a look at a card that uses several of the new products!

To make this card I started with a Sahara Sand card base.  I stamped images from Seaside Bay on the card base using Sahara Sand ink.  I layered Coastal Cabana card stock and a piece of By The Bay Designer Series Paper.  The greeting is from Friends Are Like Seashells.  I stamped it in Sahara Sand and die cut the greeting with the Stylish Shapes dies.  To complete the card, I added Flat Adhesive Backed Pearls to the card.  

Host Code for January 2023:  JDS6GQU6. Please use this code when placing your order and the total is less than $150.

Thanks for selecting me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Thank you!  If there is ever anything I can do for you, please just let me know.

Make it a stamp-tastic day!

Melanie

Holiday Reminders and a Sneak Peek!

 As we get closer to Christmas, the deadline for purchasing Christmas gifts that need to be shipped is quickly approaching.  So, let's take a minute to review - and talk about fast approaching dates - and some alternatives.  And don't miss the new catalog sneak peek toward the end of this post.

Stampin' Up! has posted an order cut off date for the US of December 14 in order to receive your order in time for Christmas.  However, order processing is currently taking several days longer than normal.  So my advice is that is you want a product for Christmas, order sooner rather than later!  (And don't forget to have a look at the Last Chance Products and Clearance Rack for some great buys!). Shop my online store!

I also have a couple of alternative ideas for your consideration.

1.  Gift Certificate - I offer gift certificates that can be used to purchase merchandise from my online store.  Reach out to me to start the process.  I will include a special envelope for your certificate and will ship to you or meet for pickup.  (Note:  this works for you as well if you have Stampin' Up! products on your wish list, just pass my email address along to your loved one!). Reach out to me here. 

2.  Kits Collection - Whether for a gift for someone, or a holiday family or friends activity, consider a kit from the Stampin' Up! Kits Collection!  I have many of the kits in stock and can ship them directly to you!  You can find the available kits from Stampin' Up! here.  Note: The kits I have in stock are:  Notes of Cheer, Timeless Greetings, A Million Thanks, Christmas Whimsy, Love, Santa Tag Kit, Christmas Gifting Tag Kit, Love This Memory Notebook Kit, Birthday Card Organizer, Robot Buddies, The Best Remedy, and Cozy and Bright.

3.  Paper Pumpkin - When you purchase a pre-paid Paper Pumpkin subscription (available as a 1 month, 3 month, 6 month, or 12 month length subscription), Stampin Up! will send you a code by email immediately that you pass along to the recipient to use to start their subscription.  And I will send you (by email) a certificate you can print to give the recipient!

4.  Adhesive kit - I have several adhesive kits available.  Each kit comes in a clear vinyl bag with a zipper closure and includes 1 pack of Stampin' Dimensionals, 1 roll of Tear 'n' Tape, 1 Stampin' Seal, 1 box Mini Glue Dots, 1 bottle Tombow Liquid Glue, and 1 adhesive remover.  The cost of each is $30.00, plus shipping.  

(All purchases or orders of one of the above, or your Stampin' Up! order placed through my online store between now and December 24 will receive a sampler of the new Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper available during Saleabration!)

And finally, the January - April 2023 Mini Catalog is coming really soon!  If you would like me to send you a copy of the catalog, complete this form.

Now, how about a sneak peek from that upcoming catalog?  This card uses the new Something Fancy bundle and new Fancy Flora 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper!

Please use the host code for November WBCHVVMU when ordering.   If your order is more than $150.00, do not use the code.  Doing so would forfeit your earned hostess benefits.  However, you will still receive this month's order bonus from me.

I am grateful for you selecting me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Thank you!  If there is ever anything I can do for you, please just let me know.

Make it a stamp-tastic day!

Melanie

Stampin' Up! News and a Free Project Sheet!

Can you feel the excitement?  The new catalog goes live on May 3, 2022!  I hope you've received your catalog and had a chance to look through it!  There are 28 new bundles, 5 new InColors, and 13 new designer series papers - and that's just the beginning!  If you requested your catalog from me, you will receive a new catalog packet in the mail next week.  And if you haven't requested a catalog, but would like one, request a catalog here.  

Ready to expand your Stampin’ Up! experience in style?  Then join Stampin' Up! between 3–31 May, become a demonstrator and get brand new In Color® products for FREE when you join. 

You’re not dreaming! Although admittedly this deal is pretty dreamy.  Join and you’ll get the $99 Starter Kit—filled with your pick of products to get your business booming—plus a selection of papers and inks from the 2022–2024 In Color collection.  

More products mean more crafting which means more projects to inspire all your new customers. No wonder great value never goes out of style!  Plus, as a demonstrator you’ll have early access to amazing products, exclusive perks, an opportunity to earn additional income, and an incredible community of crafters and creators.  

Whether you want to make the most of your papercrafting passion or build a business, there’s so much in store for you as a member of the Stampin’ Up! team.  

Curious about what free In Color products are included? Here they are: 

So, to recap: 

When you join Stampin' Up! get the following for a low $99:

1. $125 of products of your choice from the new catalog

2. $66.50 of new 2022-24 In Color Products

3. $22.50 Paper Pumpkin Kit

And FREE shipping on all that!

And you'll get to shop from yourself saving 20% on future purchases to include the new Holiday catalog in June!

And it comes with no obligation through August 2022. After that, if you decide you like saving money and the demonstrator perks, then there is a low quarterly minimum.

Message me today:

1. To ask questions

2. To let me know you're going for it so I can prepare a welcome kit

Save this link to join beginning May 3: http://bit.ly/JoinMelanie

If you watched my Facebook Live last evening (or watched the replay), I let everyone know that I would have a free project sheet for you in this blog post. Here's the card. Click the picture of the card to go to the printable project sheet.

Thanks for stopping by today! I appreciate you!

And if there is anything I can do for you, please let me know!

Melanie

Blessings of Home

 Hey everyone!

Happy New Year!  I hope your holidays were wonderful!  I'm back and ready to go; the down time was just what I needed! 

We'll have a new Spring Mini Catalog and a new Saleabration on Tuesday, January 4!  I'm very excited about all the new products and new crafting possibilities!  

Let's get started with today's card - a sneak peek of several new products!

The stamp set and die bundle for this card is Blessings of Home.  You may recall seeing it a few weeks ago as demonstrators have had this bundle since mid November.  I colored the stamped images with Stampin' Blends in Fresh Freesia, Daffodil Delight, Just Jade, and Smokey Slate.  The card base and background panel are Fresh Freesia.  I embossed the background panel with the new Gingham Embossing Folder.  Finally, I added some Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels.  

Do you need a new catalog?

If you would like to receive a copy of the new catalogs, message me with your name and address.  I'm sending them out every day this week!  

Paper Share!

Monday is your last day to reserve your paper share!  Click the image below to reserve yours today!

No more backorders

By now you've all heard about the worldwide shipping delays and supply chain issues.  Of course Stampin' Up! is impacted as well.  As a result, there has been a chance to how out of stock items are handled.  Stampin' Up! will no longer accept backorders on out of stock items.  When the on hand inventory for an item has been exhausted, the item number will be turned off and the item will no longer be orderable.  If/when the item comes back in stock, the item number will be turned on.  So, until further notice, if you see something you want, order it.  There is no guarantee you will get it later if you wait.

Please use the host code for January, CBDNMRBV when ordering.   If your order is more than $150.00, do not use the code.  Doing so would forfeit your earned hostess benefits.  However, you will still receive this month's order bonus from me.

I am grateful for you selecting me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Thank you!   If there is ever anything I can do for you, please just let me know.

Make it a Stamp-tastic Day!

Melanie

Amazing Silhouettes - Sneak Peek

 Hello friends!

It's time for another sneak peek of a stamp set that will be available when the January - June Mini Catalog goes live on January 4!  The stamp set is Amazing Silhouettes.  It's a 3 stamp cling stamp set.  I used it to create a set of 4 of these simple butterfly cards.

I used the Polished Pink ink and card stock for my card.  The sentiment is from Enjoy the Moment.

Please use the host code for December ZQSSTGDX when ordering.   If your order is more than $150.00, do not use the code.  Doing so would forfeit your earned hostess benefits.  However, you will still receive this month's order bonus from me.

I am grateful for you selecting me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Thank you!   If there is ever anything I can do for you, please just let me know.

Make it a Stamp-tastic Day!

Melanie

Rainbow of Happiness Sneak Peek!

 Hey there -     

I took break from holiday preparations to make today's light-hearted and fun sneak peek to show you.  The stamp set and dies are from the new Jan-Jun 2022 Mini Catalog and the Designer Series Paper will be available as a free item in the Saleabration Catalog!

The stamp set is Rainbow of Happiness and the dies are the Brilliant Rainbow Dies.  They will be offered as a bundle in the new catalog.  The Designer Series Paper, Sunshine & Rainbows is a free with $50 (US) purchase.  All will be available beginning January 4!

Would you like to get a copy of the new catalogs?

The January - June 2022 (Spring) Mini Catalog will be here before we know it!  I need to place my order for catalogs in the next 10 days.  If you would like to receive a copy of this catalog, click the image above to send me a message to let me know to add you to my list!

Please use the host code for October Q6VKJYWY when ordering.   If your order is more than $150.00, do not use the code.  Doing so would forfeit your earned hostess benefits.  However, you will still receive this month's order bonus from me.

I am grateful for you selecting me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Thank you!   If there is ever anything I can do for you, please just let me know.

Make it a Stamp-tastic Day!

Melanie

Blessings of Home - Sneak Peek!

 Hi everyone!

I know we're all up to our eyeballs in all things Thanksgiving and Christmas - at least I am - but it was so nice today to set it all aside and make a card to share with you some of the new products that will be available beginning in January!

The bundle I used for my card is called Blessings of Home.  It's part of a big product suite, Heart and Home.  And I know you are going to love it!  Here is a look at the card I made:

I started with a piece of Calypso Coral card stock and I stamped the large floral image all over.  Then I stamped the floral image again on a piece of Basic White cardstock using Basic Gray ink.  Using sponge daubers, I applied Garden Green and Calypso Coral to some of the flowers and leaves and die cut the image.  Using one of the Heart & Home Doilies, I sponged on more Calypso Coral ink on the reverse side of one of the doilies.  I layered the large floral image and a couple of Garden Green leave sprigs over the doily.  I stamped the sentiment in Calypso Coral and added it with Dimensionals.  Finally, I sprinkled some of the new Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels across the front of the card.  

And there you have it!  I'm looking forward to using this set more in the coming months!

New Catalog!  

The January - June 2022 (Spring) Mini Catalog will be here before we know it!  I need to place my order for catalogs in the next 10 days.  If you would like to receive a copy of this catalog, click the image above to send me a message to let me know to add you to my list!

Seasonal Sale!

The Seasonal Sale is underway now!  It's a great time to stock up on basic supplies -  inks, cardstock, and dies!

Clicking the sale image above will take you directly to my online store.

Special Join Offer!  November 4 - 30

When you join Stampin' Up! in November, save on your starter kit.  This is fantastic no obligation opportunity to give Stampin' Up! a try and get a minimum 20% discount on your personal purchases or sales!  For more information, click here.  (Join November 16-18 and get even more bang for your buck - Seasonal Sale prices will apply to the Join promotion!)

Please use the host code for October Q6VKJYWY when ordering.   If your order is more than $150.00, do not use the code.  Doing so would forfeit your earned hostess benefits.  However, you will still receive this month's order bonus from me.

I am grateful for you selecting me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Thank you!   If there is ever anything I can do for you, please just let me know.

Make it a Stamp-tastic Day!

Melanie

Eden's Garden - Sneak Peek!

 Hey everyone!

Stampin' Up! is releasing a bundle from the upcoming January - June Mini Catalog a couple of months early!  Woohoo!  Who doesn't love a new stamp set or bundle?  It will be available for order beginning November 2.  And as part of the early release, a couple new papers and some new embellishments will also be available.  I'll have more information as we get a little closer to November 2, but for now, how about a sneak peek?

As a demonstrator, I was able to order these new products a couple of weeks ago.  I used them to make three cards:

Want a closer look at those cards?

The first card shows the detail from the edge die, the beautiful Designer Series Paper and a couple images from the stamp set.

The second card shows more of the designer series paper, the cotton paper (used for the die cut frame), and more images from the stamp set.

The third card shows another stamped image, more of the designer series paper, and another look at the die cut frame, this time in gold foil.

So, mark your calendar for November 2 to add this beautiful new bundle to your collection!

Reminder - Gingerbread and Peppermint Workshop by Mail is now available.  Reserve yours by October 21!  Click the image below for all the details:

Please use the host code for October C4BBCYXV when ordering.   If your order is more than $150.00, do not use the code.  Doing so would forfeit your earned hostess benefits.  However, you will still receive this month's order bonus from me.

I am so humbled by those of you that have selected me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Thank you!   If there is ever anything I can do for you, please just let me know.

Make it a Stamp-tastic Day!

Melanie

Shaded Summer and a Sneak Peek (or two)

 Hi everyone!

I'm back!  A few days out of town does wonders for the soul!  It was nice to be away and spend time with great friends, but it's nice to be home, too!

I pulled out the Shaded Summer stamp set (#155783) for a play when I got home.  And I couldn't stop at just one, so I have several projects to share!

First up, three cards.

I used a different technique for each card.  Plus there are a couple of Sale-a-bration sneak peeks in one of the cards.  Can you pick them out?

For this first card, I used my Stampin' Write Markers to color the image.  A strip of Polished Pink Shimmer Vellum runs along the side.  I used a piece of Pattern Party Designer Series Paper to frame the image and sprinkled a few 2021-2023 In Color Jewels across the card front.

On the above card, I went with a monochromatic look.  I used a Blending Brush to apply Soft Succulent ink as a background and then stamped them image and greeting in Soft Succulent.  The framing panel is from Pansy Petals.  And I completed the card with a sprinkling of Genial Gems.

For this last card, I heat embossed the image on a piece of Basic Black cardstock using White Embossing Powder.  Then I die cut the image using the Summer Shadows Dies.  I did the same with a piece of Be Dazzling 6" x 6" Specialty Paper and adhered the images to a piece of Designer Series Paper from the Simply Elegant collection.  I added a bow of Flirty Flamingo Gold Metallic Ribbon.  The sentiment is also stamped in Flirty Flamingo.  Are you wondering how you can get the Summer Shadows Dies and Be Dazzling 6" x 6" Specialty Paper?  They are both Sale-a-bration items that you can pick up free with a qualifying purchase beginning on August 3!

My final project is this sweet little treat bag made from the Ombre Gift Bags.  I also used the Rainbow Glimmer Paper and Ombre Specialty Paper.  These bags will hold a pack of embellishments that will be sent to customers placing an order in July!

I am so humbled by those of you that have selected me as your Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Thank you!   If there is ever anything I can do for you, please just let me know.

The host code for June is FREZCS3R.   Please use this code when ordering.  If your order is more than $150.00, do not use the code.  Doing so would forfeit your earned hostess benefits.  However, you will still receive this month's order bonus from me.

Happy Stampin!

Melanie

Parcels and Petals - Sneak Peek

As we get closer to the launch date for the new Stampin' Up! catalog, it's fun to get a sneak peek at some of the new products, as well as saying good-bye to some retiring favorites.  Today we're taking a sneak peek at one of the new bundles, Parcels and Petals.

The parcel die makes a cute little box that is the perfect size for a small gift of jewelry, a gift card, candy -- or all three!

The little box goes together really easily -- after the first time! 

This is a really versatile bundle!  I'll be sharing more from this bundle tomorrow when I introduce the new In Colors to you.  So, be sure to check back then!

(Do you like the patterned paper for my project?  It's called Garden Lane Designer Series Paper and will be available beginning June 4!)


Product List

Parcels & Petals Bundle

[151107]

$50.25

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

[147111]

$7.50

Mossy Meadow Light Stampin' Blends Marker

[148545]

$4.50

Garden Lane Designer Series Paper

[149488]

$11.50

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133676]

$8.50

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[100730]

$9.75

Silver 3/8" Metallic-Edge Ribbon

[144213]

$7.00

Twine Baker's Whisper White

[124262]

$3.00

Detailed Trio Punch

[146320]

$20.00

Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes

[131527]

$6.50

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The Host Code for May is available.  Please use this Host code for orders under $150.00 7PG3ADCU.

If there is anything I can help you with, shoot me a note or leave a comment.

Happy Stampin!
Melanie

To A Wild Rose - Sneak Peek

I bought a new top recently for our upcoming vacation.  And as I was flipping through the new catalog, I saw a stamp set and card that reminded me of that top.  To A Wild Rose is the stamp set.  And here is the card I made.

I started by creating a mask of the center flower using the coordinating die from the Wild Rose Dies and covering that image.  Then I stamped several more flowers around the main image.  This is a three stamp rose, with each layer adding more detail.  I used the last stamp to add Poppy Parade to the rose.  Using a piece of scrap paper, I stamped the leaves in Granny Apple Green.  I cut them out with the coordinating die and adhered them to the main image panel.  The sentiment is from Itty Bitty Greetings, stamped in Versa Mark, and heat embossed with White Embossing Powder.  I cut it out with the smallest stitched oval die from the Stitched Shape dies.

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Do you need a catalog?  If you do, and you don't currently have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, shoot me a message with your name and address and I'll get one out to you.

To my customers and those of you that have already requested a catalog, they will be going in the mail on Thursday!

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The Host Code for May is available.  Please use this Host code for orders under $150.00 7PG3ADCU.

If there is anything I can help you with, shoot me a note or leave a comment.

Happy Stampin!
Melanie

Geared Up Garage - Sneak Peek

While at OnStage last month, we had the opportunity to make several make & takes using products from the new Occasions and Sale-a-bration catalogs!  I have to tell you, a sight to see is thousands of demonstrators in line to use a fraction of that many Big Shots.  That said, it was all very peaceful with no rioting, pushing, or shoving!  Just kidding.  While we did have share only a few Big Shots, while standing in line it was a good time to meet other demonstrators.  Anyhow, today's project is one of those make & takes.  I was so excited to see this product line.  It will be perfect for so many of us for those challenging guy cards!

Here is a look at what we made:

Yes, it's a little early for Father's Day, but just think, for a change I'm going to be ahead of the game!  This little pizza box will become a sweet little gift card holder.

And here's a look at several products in the Classic Garage Suite:

In addition to the stamp set, thinlits, and designer series paper, there is coordinating ribbon (shown on the pizza box), and some adorble "metal elements".  

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Gift certificates are available year round!  If you have Stampin' Up! products on your Christmas wish list, pass my information along to your family and I'll work with them to get a gift certificate to them so you can order after the holidays.  Gift wrapping included.

   Are you placing an online order, and your order is under $150.00?  Please use the Hostess Code AXYMK9GJ.  (If your order is over $150.00, don't use this code as doing so will forfeit your hostess benefits!).  

If you have any questions or comments or if there is anything I can do for you, feel free to contact me!

Thanks for stopping by today!   

Happy Stampin,

Melanie