Happy Father's Day

Hi all!

Is your week off to a good start?  The rain finally stopped around here on Monday morning.  And hen it got kind of chilly.  Darn!  Come back, spring!

The Paper Players has a great color challenge from LeAnne this week, so I had to make a card to participate.  Here is the challenge:



And here is my card:

Click the color challenge image above to play along and to see the what others have created for this challenge.

Supply List:
Greeting:  My Paper Pumpkin
Cardstock:  Pistachio Pudding

By The Tide Clear Stamp Set
$19.95

Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad
$5.95

Sahara Sand Classic Stampin' Pad
$5.95

Versamark Pad
$7.50

Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder
$4.95

Lost Lagoon 3/8" Satin Stitched Ribbon
$4.48

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$6.95

Sahara Sand 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
$6.95

Something Borrowed Designer Series Paper
$10.95

Fuse Fast Adhesive
$9.95

Stampin' Dimensionals
$3.95

**********************

Upcoming events:

New Catalog Open House - May 15/16 - May 15 4:30-6:30 PM, May 16 1:00-3:00 PM, pick up a new catalog, check out the new products and make a card.  Register to win a prize  Get a gift. Free event.  

Workshop - June 6 - 1:00 PM Make 4 cards, with envelopes, and a cute tote for all!  $15.00 for all.  Click here to see how to receive a coupon for $5.00 for this workshop only.  RSVP by June 1.


Back ordered items:  

NOT ORDERABLE²

120279: Clear-Block Storage Caddy
137951: So You Project Kit

The following items have been discontinued and are no longer orderable; only current backorders will be filled. 

131163: Baked Brown Sugar Classic Stampin' Ink Refill
131164: Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Ink Refill
131165: Crisp Cantaloupe Classic Stampin' Ink Refill
131166: Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin' Ink Refill
131167: Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Ink Refill
131195: 2013-2015 In Color 12" x 12" Cardstock
131200: 2013-2015 In Color Collection 8-1/2" x 11" Cardstock
131295: Strawberry Slush 8-1/2" x 11" Cardstock
131297: Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" x 11" Cardstock
131298: Crisp Cantaloupe 8-1/2" x 11" Cardstock

If you are placing an online order, and your order is under $150.00, please use the Hostess Code shown in the box  on the upper right side of the page.  (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 my blog today!

Happy Stampin'!  

Melanie

Lobster Love

Hi everyone!

I had such fun with the last sketch challenge card I made that I have another for you today!  Today's card is for the Paper Players Challenge #206.  You can check them out here.

And here is the sketch for today's card:


I knew I wanted to participate in this challenge, but it took me a while before my idea for the card all came together.  But I'm pretty happy with the results.  What do you think?

Supply List:

By The Tide Clear Stamp Set

$19.95

Just Sayin' Clear Stamp Set

$18.95

Ovals Collection Framelits Die

$26.95

Banners Framelits Die

$26.95

Typeset Specialty Designer Series Paper

$12.95

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.50

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad

$7.95

Paper Snips Scissors

$9.95

Table by StampinBuddy. Try it FREE.

*******************
Holiday Catalog - The holiday catalog is coming soon!  If you don't have a demo and would like to receive a copy of the catalog, please send me an email with your name and address.  Current customers, you catalogs have been ordered and should be delivered around the third week in August.

Buy3 DSP, Get One Free

Item #	Description	Price
133698	Flowerpot Designer Series Paper	$10.95 US/ $13.50 CA
133699	Flashback Designer Series Paper	$10.95 US/ $13.50 CA
133693	Sweet Taffy Designer Series Paper	$10.95 US/ $13.50 CA
133692	Confetti Celebration Designer Series Paper	$10.95 US/ $13.50 CA
133694	Park Lane Designer Series Paper	$10.95 US/ $13.50 CA
133696	Maritime Designer Series Paper	$10.95 US/ $13.50 CA
133695	Lullaby Designer Series Paper	$10.95 US/ $13.50 CA
133700	Back to Black Designer Series Paper	$10.95 US/ $13.50 CA

Weekly Deals:  The current weekly deals from Stampin' Up! are available by clicking here.

New Subscribers Only!!!!

If you haven't tried Paper Pumpkin, now is a great time to sign up--get 50% off your first two months. 

Offer Dates: July 16, 2014--September 10, 2014

Offer Details: Use the code HALFOFF2 to join Paper Pumpkin before September 10, 2014, and get 50% off the first two months! After that, keep the creativity coming for only $19.95 + tax per month (shipping included).

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact me!

Thanks for stopping by my blog today!

Happy Stampin'!

Melanie

In the deep blue sea

Greetings from snowy St Peters! The snow seems to be winding down, but the roads are all covered and slippery.  Hopefully this post finds you in a warm and cozy spot!  Today's card evokes warm thoughts!  It's one my very talented sister made for my son's birthday.  Cute, cute, cute!

Supply List:
By the Tide:  wood #131910, clear #129120
Four You:  wood #130535, clear #130538
Pearl Basic Jewels #119247
Cardstock:
  Whisper White #100730
  Marina Mist #119682
  Soft Suede #115318

****

Workshop:  *** Only 2 spaces remain *****

  My next workshop is scheduled for February 22 at 1:00 PM at my house.  If you would like to attend, please let me know by Feb 15 so I have time to order in supplies and prep kits.  Cost will be $20.00.

And, the "happenings" at Stampin' Up:

New Product:

PERSONALIZED NAME STAMP

With our personalized stamps you can create a cool address label or even use it for everything from marking your territory on books or other belongings to having a fun way to give a personal touch to gifts and goodies. Here are just a few customization ideas (for you or for the perfect gift):

Address stamp Thank you From the classroom of (for a teacher gift) From the kitchen of Made with love This book belongs to From the desk of Just married Save the date Promote your business (add your name, website, and contact info)

Check out our newest offering:

Item	Description	Price
132852	Circle Monogram Stamp	$23.95

Coordinates with the 1-3/8" Circle Punch (item 119860). Clear Block B (item 117147) recommended. Purchase separately. Available in photopolymer only.

Weekly Deals - Here are the current weekly deals:

Calypso Coral 3/4" Chevron Ribbon Price: $8.95 $6.71	Canvas Creations Price: $3.95 $2.96	Delicate Doilies Sizzlits Die Price: $21.95 $16.46	From My Heart Price: $39.95 $29.96
Island Indigo 3/4" Chevron Ribbon Price: $8.95 $6.71	Simply Pressed Clay Price: $6.95 $5.21	Soft Sky 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon Price: $6.95 $5.21	Sweetest Ever Valentine's Designer Template - Digital Download Price: $9.95 $5.97

My Paper Pumpkin

My Paper Pumpkin Promotion

Stampin' Up is running a promotion from now until February 10.  When you sign up for My Paper Pumpkin before February 10, Stampin' Up will send you a set of 2012-2014 In Color Stampin' Write Markers for FREE!  And who doesn't like free?  The markers will be included with your first shipment.

Sale-a-bration

Click here to view the Sale-a-bration flyer online.

Thanks for stopping by my blog!

Happy Stampin'
Melanie