Lynn Powell

Deal Of the Week #1

Deals of the Week are here again and you can save 40% off selected stamps in the current 2011 Idea Book & Catalogue!!

During the month of May, Stampin' Up! will offer several discounted products as 'Deals of the Week.' No limits and no minimum purchase required. This week's Deal of the Week runs from 1st May until 10th May 2011

Here are this Week's Deals:

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Sale Price
121578	37	Tag Alongs Wood-Mount Set	$31.95	$19.17
120468	59	More Monkey Accessories Clear-Mount Set	$23.95	$14.37
121550	59	More Monkey Accessories Wood-Mount Set	$29.95	$17.97
120003	75	Cottage Garden Clear-Mount Set	$24.95	$14.97
119163	75	Cottage Garden Wood-Mount Set	$32.95	$19.77
121494	98	Compliments to the Chef Wood-Mount Set	$35.95	$21.57

To take advantage of this week's deal, email me before 10th May to place an order

Sale-A-Bration Is Here!

Finally we have power back on!! 5 and a half days without power after the storm hit York and now a mountain of emails to catch up on!! I do hope anyone else involved with the storm is safe and well. My heart goes out to those involved with Cyclone Yasi in Queensland!

Sale-A-Bration runs from 25th January right through until 31st March 2011 and free product is what it's all about!

 


Every year Stampin' Up! gives customers, hostesses, and new demonstrators the opportunity to earn fantastic, limited-edition products they'll enjoy for years to come. This year, you can choose from the following exclusive stamp sets:

   

Get FREE stamp sets by doing any of the following:

Spend
You'll receive a free Sale-A-Bration stamp set when you spend $100 on Stampin' Up! merchandise (net sales before shipping and handling). There's no limit-for every $100 you spend, you can select another FREE Sale-A-Bration reward!

Host
You'll receive a free Sale-A-Bration stamp set when you host a workshop of at least $600 (net sales before shipping and handling)-this is in addition to all of the regular hostess benefits!

Join
During Sale-A-Bration, anyone who joins as a demonstrator can choose any stamp set-a value of up to $79.95-from our current Idea Book and Catalogue!

The Sale-A-Bration promotion starts on 25 January 2011 and runs through 31 March 2011, so don't miss your chance to earn free products! Contact me today to book your workshop or learn more about this promotion. Email me if you would like a full-colour Sale-A-Bration brochure full of beautiful project ideas you can make using these limited-edition Sale-A-Bration sets. You can also view the Sale-A-Bration brochure online.

 

Happy Stamping!

Valentine's Sweetheart Promotion

 

Create a handmade treat for all your sweethearts this Valentine's Day using sweet products from Stampin' Up!

From 30 December 2010 through 24 January 2011, get a FREE package of Heart Treat Cups (valued at $6.50) when you purchase the Sweetheart Stamp Set or the Full Heart Punch--make it twice as sweet when you buy both and get two free packages of Heart Treat Cups!

Email me today to place your order.

December Frenzy

Get up to 50% off great Stampin' Up! products during the Stampin' Up! December Frenzy sale! There are no limits and no minimum purchase to qualify. What a great time to get that stamp set or tool that you have had your eye on!

You can download a copy of the flyer here or check out the list below and email me to place your order:

 

Item	Page	Description	Retail Price	Sale Price
119181	39	A Little Treat Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$21.95	$10.98
120018	39	A Little Treat Clear-Mount Stamp Set	$15.95	$7.98
119189	40	Tote-Ally Tess Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$37.95	$26.57
111255	43	Daisy Dash Jumbo Stampin' Around Wheel	$15.95	$9.57
121482	56	Baby Bundle Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$49.95	$34.97
119161	72	Autumn Days Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$38.95	$19.48
120012	77	Pendant Park Clear-Mount Stamp Set	$27.95	$13.98
113031	88	Tart & Tangy Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$21.95	$15.37
115806	91	Fresh Cuts Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$38.95	$27.27
115946	102	Wonderful Favorites Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$39.95	$23.97
119167	104	Heard from the Heart Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$38.95	$23.37
119185	105	Teeny Tiny Sentiments Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$62.95	$31.48
105115	118	Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$4.03
105106	119	Certainly Celery Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$3.45
100045	119	Pretty in Pink Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$3.45
105114	119	So Saffron Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$3.45
105111	119	Bashful Blue Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$3.45
105108	119	Regal Rose Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$3.45
105109	120	Bravo Burgundy Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$3.45
100069	120	Night of Navy Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$4.03
100082	121	Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker	$5.75	$3.45
103104	122	Small Cello Bags	$7.50	$4.50
111325	140	Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware	$57.95	$28.98
112530	140	Circle Scissor Plus	$54.95	$32.97
116681	161	Kind Heart Wood-Mount Stamp Set	$11.95	$5.98

 

Samples from Summer Mini Catalogue Launch

Have a big post for you today!! Just thought I'd share with you some projects we had on display at our Summer Mini Catalogue Launch yesterday:

The first is a layout I've CASE'd straight from the Summer Mini catty

 

I've used the Textured Impressions embossing folder, the large Scallop punch, the Specialty Designer Series Paper, The Floral Bigz Die and the Smooch Spritz to create this layout - all product from the mini catty. Other product used are Vintage Brads, Vintage Type rubons, OnBoard Alphabet Soup & twine.

 

The second layout is a Christmas layout created by Bev. (This one has been scraplifted from another demo but we can't remember who, so if you see this, please let us know so that we may give you credit!!) 

(added note - have just found Melissa Davies was the original creator of this design - thank you for your inspiration Melissa!)

 

The Floral Bigz Die has also been used to create effect to create the floral embellishments on this LO. Bev has also used the Jolly Holiday DSP, Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon, Sizzlets Little Leaves Die and and the Season Of Joy stamp set. Isn't it just beautiful??

So now we come to the cards and giftboxes we had on display - all of them including product from the Summer Mini:

 

This card uses the 'Aviary' stamp set. I've CASE'd this card from Teneale Williams - very talented lady!!

 
This card is CASE'd from the Summer Mini itself (front cover), once again using the Floral Bigz Die. I have also used the Vintage Trinkets, Friends Never Fade stamp set, Polka Dots embossing folder, Vintage Brads  & Well Scripted stamp set.

 

This is a mini milk carton  that can be filled up with lolies and given as a christmas present. How cute are these??

And here are some more - these ones are smaller in height and I've made a carry box for them to sit in. The large scallop circle & the Homemade stamp have been used on this project. Also have used the Elegant Soiree DSP and some of the yummy new crocheted lace

 

The next project is a little mini pizza box we made up to give as a present to everyone who came along to our Open House launch. That Floral Bigz Die is sure getting a workout!! the flower has been created by running through the Textured Impressions embossing folder, scrunching the flowers up, then layering together before securing with a brad. They have then been spritzed with Smooch spray.

 

This next card has been made using  the Floral Bigz Die (yet again LOL!!) and the Newsprint DSP. I've pieced together some scraps of card & paper that have been run throught embossing folders first (Textured Impressions, Polka Dot and Finial Press) and then layered on to Confetti White cardstock. Twine has been wrapped around the centre of the card just to finish it off

 

 

The next project is a little giftbox. Sorry about the quality of the photo on this one! I've been learning new things about how to use my camera but this one didn't turn out too well!!

I've used the large scallop punch on this again and the Homemade stamp to create the tag. A little piece of lace ahs been gathered and attached underneath a heart from the I Heart Hearts stamp set. Early Espresso ribbon has been wrapped around the top flap which has been covered with DSP from the Greenhouse Gala range. A swirl from the Priceless stamp set has been stamped onto the front of the box.

 

And finally:

 

This is a teabag dispenser box created from a template by Time For Crafting. I didn't use the Floral BIgz Die to create this flower (What!!) Instead, I used the Fancy Flower punch. Once again I ran it through the Textured Impressions embossing folder. It has been covered in DSP from the Newsprint range and the lid has a little bit of lace wrapped around the outside. Cute huh!!

Well, that's it from me. Hope you enjoy and  thanks for looking!

 

Dress Up Christmas with FREE Ribbon

From 16th October to 30th November, you can earn FREE exclusive Stampin' Up! ribbon to create beautiful packaging to fit any Christmas gift

• Purchase a gift-giving bundle and receive one FREE spool of ribbon
• Host a $550 workshop and receive a FREE spool of ribbon

Here are the bundles you can choose from:

DESCRIPTION	WOOD-MOUNT ITEM/SALE PRICE	CLEAR-MOUNT ITEM/SALE PRICE
Gifted Bundle Gifted Set and Jolly Holiday Designer Series Paper	124041; $66.90 AUS $80.45 NZD	124042; $56.90 AUS $68.45 NZD
Welcome Christmas Bundle Welcome Christmas Set and Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series Paper	124045; $69.90 AUS $83.90 NZD	124046; $59.90 AUS $71.90 NZD
Season of Joy Bundle Season of Joy Set and So Swirly Stampin' Around Wheel	124043; $67.90 AUS $81.45 NZD	-
Delightful Decorations Bundle Delightful Decorations Set and Ornament Punch	124044; $72.90 AUS $88.45 NZD	-

Choose from the following limited time ribbons:

ITEM DESCRIPTION	RETAIL VALUE	COST WITH QUALIFYING PURCHASE/WORKSHOP
Mistletoe Ribbon Originals	$21.95	FREE
Sleigh Bells Ribbon	$15.95	FREE
Red Riding Hood 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon	$19.95	FREE
Real Red 3/4" Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon	$19.95	FREE

 

You can download a pdf copy of the flyer here and a copy of the Cocoa Designer Series Paper here.

There is no limit to the amount of ribbon s you can earn but supplies are limited so get in quick!!

 

2011 Idea Book & Catalogue

I hope you've been enjoying the blog hop so far. Aren't there some very talented ladies out there. I have enjoyed looking at all the wonderful creations made with  product from the new catty - totally inspiring!!

If you want to see what is in the new catalogue and start making your own wishlist, you can view the catalogue online here.

You can also download the catalogue in pdf format here, or book a workshop with me and get your own catalogue for free! Lots & lots of exciting new product and fabulous new colours to see

With all of the excitement of Stampin’ Up!’s colour renovation, you might be wondering what the best way is to update your existing Stampin’ Up! products. Wonder no more! With the new colour kits, you can get all of Stampin’ Up!’s new colours (and just the colours you need) without the expense of replacing products you already have. Check out this brochure and contact me for further info.

2010 - 2011 Catalog Blog Hop

Congratulations - you've made it to the last 'blog on the hop'! I hope you've enjoyed your journey so far and enjoyed looking at all the fabulous creations everyone has made. If you've reached here then it means you have come from visiting Charmaine. If you are just starting out on the hop, then your next stop after me will be Leonie. You will find a link to Leonie at the end of this post.

So, welcome to our long-awaited 2010 - 2011 Stampin' Up! catalog bloghop, brought to you by ESAD. I hope you're ready to see some fantastic creations made with products from our wonderful new catty!

What is ESAD?

ESAD stands for Extra Special Australasian Demonstrators and is an online group just for Australian and New Zealand demonstrators for Stampin’ Up! We so love what we do and not only do we love to share it with our customers, friends, and wonderful blog visitors but we share our love for what we do with each other as Demonstrators. We run swaps, challenges, tutorials, product know how and cyberstamps and we are always there to help and support each other when its needed. So if you are a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator located in Australia or New Zealand then please feel free to click here to join our wonderful group.

I'm so excited that the new catalog is finally out - there are so many fantastic new products inside to drool over! My wishlist is already over two pages long! Lots and lots of yummy ribbons, new stamp sets, new cardstock colours, gorgeous papers, bling - the list goes on and on!!

There is blog candy up for grabs on this hop. All you need to do is to visit each of the 25 sites and leave some comment love. Once you have done that, email Leonie at leonie@stamp-a-latte.com and let her know that you have fulfilled the entry conditions. How easy is that! You have until Tuesday to get your entries in - good luck and enjoy the journey!!

Now - on with my project!

I have created an accordian file folder with cards to match using the fabulous new Newsprint DSP and Artistic Etchings stamp set. Sooo love this set!

 Dont'cha just love the paper!!  I love the mix of black,white and red - so elegant!

Here is a picture of the file folder from the top:

I've used Basic Black, Very Vanilla and Real Red Cardstock to make the folder and the DSP has been adhered to backing sheets of cardboard that come with your DSP. (they are so handy and can be used fo a number of things - I never throw them away!)

Stampin' Up! have bought out a great new range of ribbons in this catty. I looove ribbon!! There is the beautiful striped grosgrain ribbon as I have used here, plain grosgrain and satin ribbons - all in a great range of colours. If you love ribbon as much as I do, you will be in ribbon heaven!!

 

Here is another view from the front:

 

 

The sentiment I have used on the tag is from a retired set (sorry!  I just couldn't find a sentiment I wanted to fit the tag!)

Now for the cards:

For this card, I have used the new Stampin' Up! Scallop Trim Border & Corner punch to punch out a mat for the red cardstock. The piece of red cardstock I have run through the new 'Vintage Wallpaper' embossing folder, then inked it with Soft Suede Ink. I've stitched my DSP to a piece of Very Vanilla cardstock and wrapped some ribbon around it. It has then been attached to my card base. I've used markers to colour in the letters on the tag before I stamped onto cardstock. Isn't this a fabulous stamp set?? So versatile.

This is  picture of the inside of the card:

The Eiffel Tower has been stamped with Sahara Sand ink onto Very Vanilla card.

This is my second card:

 I've used the  border punch again and also the Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder too. This time I have swiped Soft Suede ink again over the embossed card and overstamped on one side with  the medallion from the Artistic Etchings stamp set. The brad attached to the front has been made with the 'Build A Brad' kit and a circle of Old Olive cardstock. The Eiffel Tower has been stamped in Basic Black and cut out, then adhered onto another piece of cardstock with dimensionals

This is the inside:

And now for the last card:

I have actually CASE'd the design for this one out of the new catty. A very simple card but very effective I think. Once again I have used the Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder (just love it!) on a piece of Very Vanilla that has been cut out with the Top Note Die . I've also used the  'Build A Brad' kit again. The black grosgrain ribbon started out as Very Vanilla ribbon - I just dyed it with reinkers to get black. Luckily though, there is black grosgrain ribbon in the new catty. And Rich Razzleberry, and Pumpkin Pie, and Early Espresso, and Marina Mist .... Did I mention that I love ribbon????

So how versatile is this set! I think it's going to be one of my faves!! Great for creating masculine themed or travel cards and also great for vintage style or travel scrap layouts.

Now if you have just started out on the hop, then your next stop is the very talented Leonie. Don't forget to leave her some comment love! And don't forget to enter the competition for the blog candy!!

Just in case there is a glitch in the system and one of the links doesn't work, here is a list of everyone who is participating in the blog hop:

1. Leonie Schroder
2. Keryn Campbell
3. Vicki Were
4. Aly Adcock
5. Juliette Chapman
6. Kristine Thompson
7. Jo Weedon
8. Jan McAnulty
9. Karen Southwell
10. Kim Conway
11. Jane Norrish
12. Pauline Bennets
13. Gemma Coumbe
14. Genelle Little
15. Sharlene Meyer
16. Susan Joyce
17. Rhonda Statham
18. Monique Fielder
19. Andrea Buckland
20. Bev Watt 
21. Claire Mcilhatton
22. Mae Collins
23. Charmaine Black
24. Lynn Powell

I hope you've enjoyed seeing what I have created and thank you so much for stopping by.

Last Chance List

The new Stampin' Up! 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue is only one month away and Stampin' Up! have just released the last chance list. Hundreds of products  accessories from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue are retiring so now is your last chance to get them before they're gone for good! And do you know what the best thing is??? Some of the products are up to 50% off!!

Products are only available from 1st - 31st August while stocks last so get in quick before you miss out!

You can view the complete list here

It is eight pages long!!

I will have an added bonus for the first 5 people to email me with your order!

Two- Step Stamping Promotion

Two-Step Stampin' sets allow you to quickly and easily take your creativity to the next level. And from 1-31 July, Stampin' Up! are giving you  20 percent off select Two-Step Stampin' sets from our current catalogues--no limit, no minimum purchase required!

Choose from the following stamp sets: (download the flyer from here)

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Sale Price
116386	39	Loads of Love	$39.95	$31.96
116342	42	Big Bold Birthday**	$53.95	$43.16
115860	78	A Rose is a Rose**	$66.95	$53.56
116332	86	Playful Petals**	$52.95	$42.36
115770	98	Cheep Talk	$47.95	$38.36
115946	115	Wonderful Favourites	$39.95	$31.96
119187	14*	Tiny Tags (wood-mount)	$38.95	$31.16
118592	14*	Tiny Tags (clear-mount)	$28.95	$23.16
119163	31*	Cottage Garden (wood-mount)	$32.95	$26.36
120003	31*	Cottage Garden (clear-mount)	$24.95	$19.96

*From 2010 Autumn-Winter Mini Catalogue
**Retiring stamp sets!

Why not host a workshop where you can learn more about Two-Step Stampin'!