Paper Pumkin – Seriously Monthly Kit

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

I’m a month behind on assembling my Paper Pumpkin kits and I put this one together last night (or early this morning) before retiring for the day.

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I believe this was the monthly kit for April and included all the pieces needed as shown to make 4 cards (with envelopes), as well as a 3-piece stamp set and a Cherry Cobbler Stampin’ Spot.  I didn’t vary from the layout provided in the instructions (why monkey with perfection) – other than popping up the “Seriously” tag with Stampin’ Dimensionals – so it was very quick and easy to assemble these cards.  {WARNING – the self-adhesive labels that are included with the kit are not very porous and the sentiment smudged a bit on the little tag under the “Seriously” tag.  My suggestion is to stamp one at a time and allow for the ink to absorb and dry before stamping the next one.}

For just $19.95 (including shipping) you can get a monthly kit by mail from Paper Pumpkin.  The projects in the kits are reported to be 30-minute projects – surely you have 3o minutes once a month for a “creativity escape” to have some fun with paper, stamps and ink!  Give it a try.  You can always cancel at any time.

Or if you’re still not convinced, order the “Trial Kit” for just $16.95.

If you have any questions, I’m here to help.  Just reach out and ask!

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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Wanderlust – The Newest Photopolymer Stamp Set

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

Stampin’ Up! has released their third “photopolymer” stamp set – Wanderlust  (item 133452).

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This newest edition to their photopolymer stamp collection is a great set for travelers – and wannabe travelers too.  You will want to make sure to get this for capturing your summer trip memories, or to send a hand-made postcard to a friend or family member.

If you haven’t tried “clear” stamping yet, you will be amazed at how easy it is to stamp when you can SEE where you are stamping!  Try them out for yourself.

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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Grab Your Greetings for 25% Off!

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

Stampin’ Up! has a really sweet promotion to kick off the release of the new Annual Catalog — 25% off three of their Greetings stamp sets!

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Imagine that you have crafted the perfect card for someone very special to  you but you just can’t find a stamp that has just the right greeting to finish it off … Stampin’ Up! to the rescue with your choice of three stamp sets, each available in both wood and clear mount:

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There are no limits and this offer is available on all order types (workshop, customer, demonstrator, or online).

Sassy Salutations

Sassy Salutations

Sweet Essentials

Sweet Essentials

Petite Pairs

Petite Pairs

This promotion ends June 30, 2013 – don’t miss out on this great offer!

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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Out with the Old … In with the New – Catalog Transition

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

My favorite time of the Stampin’ Up! year – the release of the new catalog – is finally here!  What does this mean, you ask?  Well, it’s time for “out with the old … in with the new”!  Here’s the 411 …

Transition from the Old:

2013 Spring Catalog← Friday, May 31, 2013 is the last day to order items  from the 2013 Spring Catalog.

 

 

 

 

2012-13 Annual Catalog← Monday, June 3, 2013  is the last day to order items  from the 2012-2013 Annual Catalog.

 

 

 

 

Transition to the New:

20130601_AC_en-US← Friday, May 31, 2013, is the FIRST DAY you can order items from the 2013-2014 Annual Catalog!!!

Click on the image to the left for a “flash” view of the new Annual Catalog or you can download as a PDF.

Are you wanting to know what products were used to create all of the lovely samples showcased in the Annual Catalog?  Then download a PDF of the Stampin’ Supplies so you can recreate these projects at home!

I can almost taste the excitement in the air!

If you need a beautiful color print copy of the new Annual Catalog, just ask me for one!

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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Digital Download Tuesday

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

It’s Tuesday again already (this month is just flying by!) so that means NEW MDS DIGITAL DOWNLOADS!

Want to see a grown man cry?  Make him one of these photobooks for Father’s Day.

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All About My Dad Photobook Template (8″ X 8″) – Digital Download
Item # 134693 / $14.95 (preferred price)

Or do you have a boat or beach themed vacation planned for this Summer?  Capture those special moments on scrapbook pages or post-cards you design with these fabulous digital papers, stamp brush images and embellishments.

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Anchors Away June Kit – Digital Download
Item # 134683 / $9.95 (preferred price)

Or add some “sunshine” to the hours you have to spend in front of your computer monitor and have a calendar for the month of June at your fingertips with this FREE Wallpaper!

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Anchors Away June Wallpaper – Digital Download
Item # 134684 / $0.00 (as in FREE)

These cute “pocket cards” are perfectly sized to tuck into folders or your “smash book” on which you can jot down notes about what made you happy that day.  Or better yet, give them to your friends, family or even complete strangers to let them know that they make (made) you happy.

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This Makes Me Happy Pocket Cards – Digital Download
Item # 134699 / $5.95 (preferred price)

Last, but not least, Stampin’ Up! released a photobook template for the upcoming 2013 Convention.   (Sweet!)

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Convention 2013 Photobook Template (8″ X 8″) – Digital Download
Item # 134758 / $17.95 (preferred price)

Do you want to try digital scrapbooking but are not convinced you can “design a scrapbook layout”?  Stampin’ Up! makes that easy for you with dozens of “templates” that are either included in the MDS software or available for purchase on the Digital Downloads page.  All elements on each page are customizable – this means if you like the look of a layout but some of the journaling or embellishments aren’t what you need, you change what you want to change.  It can’t get any easier than that!

Get your copy of MDS (My Digital Studio) here and try it FREE for 30 days and you will see why I can’t say enough about this crafting tool!

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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Time is Running Out – Retired List going, going, gone!

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

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Time is running out — June 3rd is your last chance to order from the Retired List.

New catalog items are available May 31, 2013!  Don’t have a new catalog yet?  Contact me to get your copy today!

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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Digital Download Tuesday!

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

It’s Tuesday again already!  If you’ve been paying attention, you know that means NEW digital downloads for My Digital Studio (MDS).

The theme for this week’s release is FAMILY REUNION FUN.  Do you have a family reunion to plan / organize this Summer?  Yes?  Then let MDS be your tool to make some super cool mementos for your family to take home with them.

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Family Spotlight Ensemble – Digital Download
Item # 134508 / $19.95 (preferred price)

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Family Spotlight Photobook Template (11″ X 8-1/2″) – Digital Download
Item # 134596 / $17.95 (preferred price)

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Potluck Framables – Digital Download
Item # 134694 / $4.95 (preferred price)

 What are you waiting for?  Downloading is easy peasy!

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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Dolled-Up Birthday Kit (revisited)

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

Have purchased your own Dolled-Up Birthday Kit yet?

What, you don’t know what I’m taking about?

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I’m excited to (re-)introduce Stampin’ Up!’s second Submit a Project kit — the Dolled-Up Birthday Kit — voted on by you via our Facebook page.  This gorgeous birthday card was created by Chris Gilmore, a manager from Coshocton, Ohio. Congratulations, Chris!

The Dolled-Up Birthday kit includes the following:

  • Dolled-Up Birthday Photopolymer Stamp (1)
  • 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Crumb Cake Cardstock (6 pieces)
  • 2″ x 4-1/4″ Very Vanilla Cardstock (6 pieces)
  • Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes (6)
  • Tea Lace Paper Doilies (6)
  • Dress Up die-cuts (6)*
  • Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Spot (1)
  • Vanilla 5/8″ Flower Trim (6 pieces)
  • Sponge Dauber (1)

Get everything you need to make six cards for only $15.95 (item 133913)!**

To assemble one card, follow the instructions below:

  1. Place the stamp on clear-mount block D or H rubber side up and ink with the Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Spot.
  2. Stamp “Happy Birthday” at the bottom of the card front.
  3. Ink the Sponge Dauber with Soft Suede ink and gently antique the doily and the edges of the dress form.
  4. Adhere the pieces to the card front in this order:
    • Doily
    • Very Vanilla Cardstock
    • Dress form
    • Flower

*Created using the Dress Up Framelits Die designed by Karen Burniston
**Adhesive not included

I put my kit together a few weeks ago in less than an hour.  Now that my Artisan Design Team items are on their way to Utah I finally had time to photograph them to share with you.

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Seriously, it’s that easy.  Order your kit today before they are all sold out!

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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My Apologies for My Absence

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

I apologize for not posting anything for several days (okay, for nearly a week)! I have been working on items for the 2013-2014 Artisan Design Team Contest – deadline to submit an application is May 22nd, so I’m cutting it pretty darn close.  Just sealed up my box and it is ready to go tomorrow (whew!).

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I wish I could share what I created with you, but I can’t post any images of what I made until after Convention in July.

What is the “Artisan Design Team?” you ask.  It is a 10-member team of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators who have been selected by a panel of judges based on the creativity and style, craftsmanship, composition, color and consistency of their projects.  An initial panel of 20 finalists is selected and the final panel of 10 will be announced at Awards Night during Convention.  Each month the selected team members will receive current Stampin’ Up! products to be used to create projects to be showcased at Stampin’ Up! events and/or in their publications.

I would be so honored to be selected for this year’s Artisan Design Team.  Wish me luck!

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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Digital Download Tuesday

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Linda Tolson Yarbrough

 It’s Tuesday and we all know what that means — new My Digital Studio downloads!

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Because I’m The Dad Greeting Card Templates – Digital Download
Item # 134685 / $4.95 (preferred price)

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Faces I Love Swatchbook Template – Digital Download
Item # 134595 / $12.95 (preferred price)

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Packed For You Designer Template – Digital Download
Item # 134687 / $0.00 (as in FREE!)

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You Are So Nice Kit – Digital Download
Item # 134688 / $9.95 (preferred price)

 As if that’s not exciting enough, Stampin’ Up! also has a surprise in store for you today — and by “in store” I mean “in the online store.”   Stampin’ Up! has added 26 new Occasions categories for our downloads including party, family, home décor, and sports.  Check it out for yourself.

Until next time, stamp on my friends,
Linda

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