Sunday Share - First Technique Club Class Projects

 If you've read my recent newsletters, you will know I started a new program for the New Year - I'm calling them Technique Club Classes and you can join in on the fun on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. There will be a special newsletter each month announcing the classes with a zoom link to register and I'll send a reminder on the day so you don't forget. And you can start anytime, and skip if you aren't available! There's no limit to the number who can attend so plan to be on Zoom for the next one!

Here's the new Blending Brushes - 1. new out of the package 2. Getting inky in class  3. Rinsed with water only after class

The first few months we will be exploring all the ways you can use the new Stampin' Up! Blending Brushes. They are so soft you might want to use them as makeup brushes but please save them for your inking fun!!

Here's the first two techniques we did last week - the first is Colour Blocking (masking) using post-it notes for the different colour blocks - and I aded the Sale-a-Bration Darling Donkeys for the finishing touch! So cute 😉

The second technique is called Colour Blending where we did a softer gradient blending look with our sample of Basic White cardstock. You can use any colours in your ink pad collection to make the samples, and experiment with your stamps to get the final result. I stamped another image from a Sale-a-Bration set called Corner Bouquet and the greeting is from a new stamp in the January-June Mini called Enjoy the Moment.   Those Matt Black Dots are the perfect finishing touch and are also in the new Mini.               

Anyone who attends my Zoom Technique Club sessions will go into a draw for a product from my stash, and anyone placing an order of $25 or more that night or using my Host Code of the month to order online will be in the draw for host rewards when I close the workshop at noon the following day. So two ways to win PLUS a big win learning new ways to create fun elements for your cards!! 

Want to have some crafting time and chat with your crafty friends too?? Join me for my new Craft and Chat virtual evenings on the 2nd Tuesday of each month and work on any crafting project. You can share on your Zoom screen what you are doing or post later on our Facebook page . . .  . I'll probably be catching up on a couple of Paper Pumpkin kits for the first couple of sessions . . .  I will send a newsletter out with Zoom links next week but mark the date on your calendar February 9th at 7:00 pm!! It's all free so we can relax and share ideas!

Want to get a start for next month's classes by ordering some supplies - you can shop here using this link and if you add this Host Code UKMBTRYF then I'll be able to link you to the Technique Club for our Host Rewards draws. 

Happy stamping!

Ginny

Sunday Share - Paper Pumpkin Turns 7 with a Bonus Stamp Set

Paper Pumpkin - Paper Crafting Kits in the Mail

Cheers to seven years! This March, Paper Pumpkin has reached another exciting milestone: our seventh year of delivering fun, easy, creative projects to creative people like you. To thank everyone who has helped us along the way, we’re including an additional FREE stamp set with every March kit. This means that every subscriber will receive two stamp sets!

The March 2020 kit includes 12 cards/envelopes (4 each of 3 designs) and will arrive in an exclusive, specially-designed anniversary box that you will love! Think daffodils, raindrops, and a fresh spring vibe.

Coordinating Colours: Balmy Blue, Basic Gray, Calypso Coral, Grapefruit Grove, Gray Granite, Pear Pizzazz, Petal Pink, Shaded Spruce, and So Saffron.

Getting your Paper Pumpkin Kit through me means that you will have a special event each month to open your kit and create with me! It's more fun to craft with friends and my Paper Pumpkin Friends will have a new event just for us starting in March - the 4th Wednesday of every month will be an open afternoon from 2 - 4 pm for Paper Pumpkin crafters to work on kits or brainstorm alternate ideas for your kits . . . . . join me starting March 25 in my crafting studio. RSVP on my events page link on my website to reserve your spot and let's have some fun with our kits! Want to see Paper Pumpkin before you subscribe? Join us as we make our kits - I am happy to share mine with you so you can see the great value . . . . 

If you have never subscribed before, this is a GREAT time to give it a try - why?
Did you know that getting a 3 month, 6 month or 12 month prepaid subscription before March 31st entitles you to at least one FREE Sale-a-Bration item?  Which one/s do you want for free? Get that subscription going soon or sign up for month to month - it's your choice!

If you have stopped before, this is a PERFECT time to come back - why?
No matter which option you choose, you can always suspend for a month if you are going away or something happens that you know you won't be able to do the kit (or you just aren't crazy about the sneak peek notices on Facebook!). And the kits are so improved from years back - you will love the quality and ideas for making cards - even from 3D projects!

And if you are already a subscriber, AWESOME as you will get your bonus set in March!!
The kits are super fun, quick to make and include everything you need to make up the contents - although I do use my scissors to cut any ribbon/twine in the kit. Sign up to make your kit with me!

Four easy steps to a fun time - 1. Open box 2. Sort products  3. Make one card/project according to instructions  4. Check Paper Pumpkin email sent to you with alternate projects and links to blog posts for more ideas (or just keep making them according to guide).

Loved the cards in February's kit - if you sign up now you might be able to get some refills that were just released and then you can borrow my stamps at our March event to stamp your cards - check out this link to Paper Pumpkin past kits (only available to current subscribers)

Happy Stamping!
Ginny


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A New Watercolour Look with the Peaceful Poppies Suite

Painted Poppies Suite

The Peaceful Poppies suite includes two bundles, plus tons of gorgeous accessories. This suite is so amazing we have to call it a super-suite! The Painted Poppies bundle (#153827) and Peaceful Moments bundle (#153824) are both stamp set and die bundles and they both coordinate with each other, as well as, with the other elements of the suite. Talk about a super-suite that really blooms with creativity!

The Painted Poppies bundle is ideal for techniques like watercolouring and colouring with Stampin' Blends. If you were at my special Painted Poppies class, we did both techniques using the Peaceful Poppies Elements too.

This lovely card features watercolouring, modified die, and modified embellishments techniques.I think you'll love the techniques and the beautiful card you'll create! Need some help?? Bring your project to my next Coffee and Cards Event (tomorrow or next month), and we can work on it together!

Happy Stamping!
Ginny


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Painted Poppies Watercolor Card



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SUPPLIES:

STAMPS: Painted Poppies (#151599) & Beautifully Braided (#151637)
CARDSTOCK: Whisper White (#100730), Old Olive (#100702), Bermuda Bay (#131197)
PAPER: Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper (# 149612), Vellum Cardstock (#101856)
INK: Jet Black StazOn (#101406), Pumpkin Pie (#147086), Old Olive (#147090), Mango Melody (#147093), Coastal Cabana (#147097)
ACCESSORIES: Perennial Essence Floral Centers (#149442)
ADHESIVES: SNAIL (#104331), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430), Mini Glue Dots (#103683)
TOOLS: Aqua Painters (#103954), Stampin' Spritzer (#126185), Painted Labels Dies (#151605), Clear Block E (#118484), Grid Paper (#130148)

TIPS: Use the Simply Shammy to clean the water and ink off the Clear Block after creating the watercolor wash background.

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Springtime Fun with the Best Dressed Suite

Best Dressed Suite

Celebrate your inner diva in style with the Best Dressed Suite! This fun and flirty Dressed To Impress stamp set includes images and sassy greetings to help you create the ultimate in fashionable paper crafting. It's one of my favourites for making those "girlfriend" cards

The All Dressed Up Dies include dies that coordinate with the stamp images, plus dies to make an awesome 3D purse! Pinterest is already loaded with great ideas for these cute purses! This bundle is one you'll want to add to your spring fashion collection now and will continue to enjoy season after season.

The note card project highlights an unexpected use for the purse handle die from the All Dressed Up Dies, heat embossing, and the stamping off technique. The soft colours and fashionable floral and stripe design are perfect for spring occasions. Make this card for Mother's Day, bridal showers, birthdays, and much more!

Happy Stamping!
Ginny


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Dressed To Impress - Mother's Day Note Card



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SUPPLIES:

STAMPS: Dressed to Impress (#151666)
CARDSTOCK: Whisper White (#100730), Coastal Cabana (#131297), Grapefruit Grove (#146972), Petal Pink (#146985)
PAPER: None
INK: VersaMark (#102283), Granny Apple Green (#147095), Bermuda Bay (#147096), Coastal Cabana (#147097), Grapefruit Grove (#147142)
ACCESSORIES: Stampin’ Emboss Powder Gold (#109129), From My Heart Faceted Gems (#151154)
ADHESIVES: SNAIL (#104331), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430), Mini Glue Dots (#103683), Fine-Tip Glue Pen (#138309) or Multipurpose Liquid Glue (#110755)
TOOLS: All Dressed Up Dies (#151665), Heat Tool (#129053), Embossing Buddy (#103083)




TIPS: Rub the Embossing Buddy over paper before heat embossing to reduce static. This helps prevent stray bits of embossing powder from sticking where you don't want them.

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New Coordinating Products Make Your Springtime Sweeter!!

Sale-A-Bration Coordination Product Release

Do you have a favourite outfit that mixes and matches and feels just right? Or the perfect food pairing that you just have to have?  Well, just like fashion and food, crafting is sweeter when you have the perfect combinations too. Stampin' Up! has made favourites from the Mini Catalogue and Sale-A-Bration reward items even better with new coordinating products! Download the flyer below to see all the coordinating products then head to my on line store to shop now!

The popular Sale-A-Bration reward stamp set, Happy Birthday To You (#152308), is awesome on it's own, but paired with the coordinating Birthday Dies (#153590) you can do so much more! Did you fall in love with the adorable little critters in the Special Someone Stamp set (#151643)? I did and I'm so excited to see that we can now get the coordinating Special Days Dies, making crafting sweet cards faster and easier.

If you are like me and many of my stamping friends, and have a punch addiction, then you'll want to get your inky fingers on the new Pleased As Punch Designer Series Paper (#153558). It coordinates with 4 different punches!

I think you can see why I'm so excited by these new coordinating products! They are only available until March 31st or while supplies last. I'm predicting some will sell out, so don't wait, get your new coordinating favourites today! Visit me at my next Coffee and Cards Events to see the stamps and dies together - you don't want to miss out!

Happy Stamping!
Ginny


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Sale-A-Bration Coordination Product Release

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Want some "ME" time with friends? Check My Events now and RSVP

February is the perfect time to share the love of creativity and stamping with those you love! Share the love by sending a card, making a gift, or inviting a friend to join you for a fun class or event.

With the new Mini Catalogue and Sale-A-Bration going on I have lots of lovely projects to share with you so mark your calendar and RSVP today!

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Happy Stamping!
Ginny

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It's Time to Sale-a-Brate Crafting With Friends!!!

Did you resolve to craft more, spend more time with friends, or learn something new this year? If so, you've come to the right place!

Let's plan a crafting time with your friends! Whether you want to gather for a traditional home party, a quick Coffee and Cards get together, or a Private Class - we can design an event that is perfect for you. If you prefer, we can plan a Catalogue party or Online event to share with friends near and far.

Spending time creating with friends is a welcome escape and is always a lot of fun. Stampin' Up! is offering an adorable exclusive stamp set making hosting an event during Sale-a-Bration extra rewarding.

Contact me today to chat about what event and date is best for you and your crew of happy stampers! I'd love to share some crafting time with you again :-)

Happy Stamping!
Ginny


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There's no better time to be a host than now!

You'll enjoy some quality time with friends

You'll create projects that are playful and useful

You'll get free stuff that's beyond awesome!

New this year - you can earn the adorable, exclusive Little Ladybug (#152384) Host stamp set as an additional FREE bonus with your party order or personal order of $375 or more!

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Sunday Share - Peaceful Poppies Suite of Colour Class!

There's a really good reason that today's featured suite is on the front cover of the 2020 January - June Mini Catalogue - the poppies are almost bursting off the pages in all their gorgeous colours!

This card is another that we made during our On Stage Conference last November in Las Vegas and it shows the colours in the Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Papers beautifully . . . . . . .

I love all the line art images in the stamps and the fact that we have coordinating dies makes it that much better. In fact, I love this suite so much that I am offering a special class so you can create some magic too!

Those that attended my Open House yesterday were so excited with the feature board I made that they signed up for the class right away - so don't delay. Here's the details for you:

Sign up now  for Painted Poppies Card Class and make 4 fabulous cards to take home. This is a product class – meaning you will receive at the class, use and take home:

1.     Painted Poppies Stamp Set $31 value

2.    Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper ½ pack $8.00 value – you can opt for a full package $15.75 value (and pay $60)

3.     Peaceful Poppies Elements  $8.75 value

Retail cost would be $68.38 plus s/h and taxes (because you would need to buy a full pack of DSP) and you pay only $50/60 and you will make 4 cards (or 3 cards plus a pocket or regular layout). I will provide inks, and all the extra cardstock/products to make the cards. You will have lots of DSP paper to take home and make more cards as well as the stamp set and Elements that are not used (there are lots in the package!).

Please bring your paper trimmer, scissors and adhesives  – if you run out, I will have some available for sale at the class.  You might want to bring a couple of clear blocks for your stamps too.

Deadline to sign up is January 16^th at 9:00 pm (end of my Coffee and Cards class) 

I will be placing all orders after my Coffee and Cards event that evening so I know the products will arrive and we can set the class dates. Message me to book your class and ask me about sharing with a friend option so you can create together! Here's some more card ideas from the Mini Catalogue - there's no end to what you can create!!

Check my Events page to see when your next free afternoon or evening is and book the time with me - you will love having some time for yourself and you'll go home with some cards to wow your family and friends!! 

Happy stamping!