by Susan Itell | Oct 17, 2016 | Blog Candy |
It is MY time for a Birthday!
Now that the cat is out of the bag….I can tell you that I always say…..James is THE BEST birthday gift I could ever have. I adore the fact that our Birthdays are so close and we had a wonderful weekend!
I learned from a very wise person that has left us…
“When it is your Birthday….make is special, do something for you…find the “good in you”….just have fun!”
So with that said, as the Jack Russell says…place an order with me today that is $50.00+ and I will gladly pay for your shipping…..my GIFT to YOU as I appreciate and cherish you popping in and helping me each and everyday LOVE what I do!
How does it work? I will send you a check for the shipping that you incurred with your order…so now is the PERFECT DAY (as remember, it is just for today) to look and see what you have been wanting…what you need to stock up on and to also take advantage of earning PAW PRINTS from me….which is FREE STAMPS FROM ME! (please know that your rewards, card and product are sent out by the 20th of the following month) and your goodies from last month will be out the door by Wednesday!
Would you like to win these (6) Birthday Cards….EASY-PEASY.….just leave me a comment about how you like to celebrate your Birthday…and I will use random.org to pick the winner!
Tomorrow is our TIPS on TUESDAY and I think that the LIGHT-BULB will go on…and you will smile, it is simple as that! 🙂 I will also announce who won these cards!
Click away…shop away and leave a comment – it is a win-win all around and also I will share with you what I did on my special day!
Stampin’ hugs…..
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by Susan Itell | Aug 26, 2016 | Blog Candy, Uncategorized |
Happy Friday! I have many confessions today….so let me start by getting them off of my chest!
(no worries, we are having BLOG CANDY so hang in there)
- I am glad it’s Friday…..it has been a challenging week and I just am happy that it is the end of the week! (whew…got that off my chest)
- I did not like this Paper Pumpkin Kit this month when I first saw it (double whew…but then I figured out how to make it work for me)
- I am sad as we have have to have several HUGE trees removed from our property because of a disease that has affected Ash trees in our state (it always makes me sad to see trees get damaged or have to be removed) and these were HUGE!
- I need your prayers, one of my dear friends son is having an open heart surgery on Monday that is very life threatening and the Mom is also going through her own battle with Breast Cancer, he is just 16 years old and they cutest, most polite young man you would ever meet….please keep this special family in your thoughts!
I thought that this was a FABULOUS quote that I think all of us could relate to….so I hope it touches your heart!
Let’s get to the GREAT STUFF, yesterday….many of you liked….really liked the card that I did. I too was happy with it because I am being honest, when this kit arrived...I was not jumping for joy! When I see that box in my mailbox ~ I am OVER THE MOON excited to rip into it…to see the stamp set, to see the color of ink spot…to see the papers and embellishments….and for some reason, it just didn’t hit me!
Below is the stamp set,I ADORE the “for you” stamp but when I saw that this video suggested to stamp the floral one over the DSP – that is what threw me over the edge. I guess that I am just that clean and simple stamper that likes the classics!
Below you can see the video of all of the products that are included and the the suggest ideas on how to put it together! (Guess you can tell that I was a bit of a rebel and did my own thing) This is a quick video and then below you will see how I made the products and stamps work for me!
To me, this is just a sweet clean and simple card and I love using multiple strands of Bakers Twine to adhere a bit of fru-fru. I like to use glue dots to hold then in place, same with the wooden elements. Maybe I am crazy and maybe it is an artistic think…but I do not “get” the look of stamping the flowers on top of this paper~ (Am I on an Island by myself)
Next one…I did a combo on this one! The little “pocket” is perfect for a gift card…but I thought why not put a piece of paper and stamp on it multiple times and make it interactive with a “pull” with some bakers twine! I liked the layers and the colors of this and the “pull” makes it fun and I am sure that it will bring a smile!
Now to the BLOG CANDY…..YIPPPEE !
I like it when we get some interactive chats going one so leave me a comment about the following question and randomly I ill pick a winner (using random.org) and someone will win all 3 of these cards!
When do you start making Holiday Cards?
If you do…how many are on your list?
I can’t wait to read the comments! Thanks for popping in and good luck!
p.s. – because so many of you liked the card yesterday, I will also stamp (3) cards with that stamp in the corners so you can play and color them in….so that means someone will win 6 cards! That deserves a HUGE WOOT-WOOT!
p.p.s- I hope that there is something “good” in your day! Thanks for always making me smile!
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by Susan Itell | Apr 29, 2015 | Blog Candy |
Confession time again…I am having a super hard time focusing on stamping as I am like a little kid at Christmas on Christmas Eve just dreaming…imagining…what the NEW catalog has to offer!
One of the perks of being a Stampin Up! Demonstrator is that we can preview the new catalog early….and then pre-order new products early and then tease you with samples until the new catalog is unveiled online in June!
Well…the time that SUD can view it online is tomorrow…and I have CLEARED my schedule (which I know is totally silly) but what can I say – I love new goodies and I love Stampin' Up!
No card today but a chance for you to win some BLOG CANDY from me…just leave me a comment on what you want to see most in the new catalog and the random winner will win a set of Paper Swatches that I make personally of the NEW CATALOG PAPER offerings!!!
I WILL do a paper and ribbon share with the new catalog and we all know how wonderful it is to have a sample of all of the NEW paper in handy swatches.
I thought having a broad topic like "What do you want to see most" will really drum up some great discussion!
I think that it is very evident that we all adore Stampin' Up! and I know that you will enjoy receiving swatches of all of the new DSP. (please know that I will be send them to you once the new catalog is unveiled to all)
(I couldn't resist – I love the original Willy Wonka)
I will pick the winner using random.org and let you know on Friday who won - so please leave me a comment (today and tomorrow – this way you will have (2) chances) letting me know what you want to see….if it is a certain stamp set…a certain framelit…a certain new tool etc….let's just chat away!
This is a win-win for all of us…we can get some great conversation going and hear what what makes us tick!
Personally I am hoping for more large stamps (sentiments) that really make a huge impact…(see tomorrows post) and also more script framelits…new punches and yummy-yummy new In Colors that will heal my wounds of losing Strawberry Slush!
Time for Monday's challenge winner…..drumroll…drumroll…..
Rosanne Mulhern….woot-woot to you and on Friday you will see the parade and trust me, her card is super cute! Please know that I do a random pick and I do appreciate all that participate. One thing that was a comment heard many times…it was hard to do this challenge!
You all are the best….and remember, being a hobby demonstrator is a win-win….why not take a test drive and you too can see the new catalog tomorrow….please feel free to email me if you want more details of the fun!
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by Susan Itell | Apr 17, 2015 | Blog Candy |
Good Morning and bring on the weekend! We are to have incredible weather tomorrow and I am super excited as John is excited to be home on a weekend and we have high hopes of getting some good old fashion Spring Cleaning outside in the beautiful weather!
Hang on tight as this is going to be a post that you want to read…and perhaps re-read and then get your catalogs out and GO TO TOWN as YOU could win some super fun BLOG CANDY!
Next Tuesday, April 21st, Stampin' Up! will be unveiling the "retired list" Even though this might be a sad time for many of us…it will be a day of bargains and trust me – you need to act quick as people are quick… I do not know of anyone that doesn't like a great shopping spree!
Please email me and put in the subject line, BLOG CANDY and I will read your answers and then on Thursday (the 23rd) I will announce the winners (it will take me some time to go through them) and (2) of you will win each a $25.00 shopping spree from me! Here you go – (if there are ties, I will use random.org to pick the winners)
- Email me 10 stamp sets that you project to be on the retired list. (Pull out both the BIG Catalog and the Occasions Catalog) and go to town! (It will be interesting to see how many get it right)
- Email me the total number of stamp sets that you think are going to be retired. (this will be sooo interesting to see what you think)
I am as excited/anxious as you are and you bet on Tuesday morning I will be having lots of coffee reading and "taking it all in" once the list is unveiled.
Also – All orders placed with me on Tuesday the 21st and Wednesday the 22nd (I know it's overwhelming so I am giving you 2 days) you will earn DOUBLE PAW PRINTS!!!!
Earning DOUBLE Paw Prints for these 2 days is great! At the beginning of the year I started to offer a rewards program for those good old faithfuls that support my Stampin' Up! fun – please click here to see the parameters of the rewards program!
Here is the tracking sheet to help you see where you are on the trail to a FREE stamp set! Please feel free to email me if you want me to help you calculate where you are on this trail of fun!
To be in the "running for the shopping sprees" you need to email me your guesses by Monday, April 20th by 9 p.m. (eastern time) to be fair…
Now to the "fashion show" of beauties…these cards are the ones that were emailed to me for the Monday challenge…
Here is from the random winner – (please know that you are all winners in my eyes)
When I saw Joan's card…an instant smile was on my face as I adore the boldness of the stripes and the colors are right up my alley! What a great card maker – look at her clean and crisp lines…just a great card all the way around. That star is the icing on the cake!
WOW…Sue nailed it all the way around and I have to share with you the scoop on this card –
"I decided to use these colors because I make cards for an organization called 'Operation Write Home'. The organization sends these cards overseas for our servicemen. We also make what they call 'Any Hero' cards, showing our appreciation and thanking them for their service. This card will be used for that purpose."
Is this wonderful or what! It reconfirms why I do what I do…thank you Sue for your talent and time to our service men and women!
Adorable!!! Mary Ann made this for a friends twins 1st birthday…this font stamp set, Sassy Salutations – a fun and festive stamp set. Mary Ann is our favorite "SHEEP CREATOR" and you can see that she makes adorable "BEARS"
Sharon's card makes me smile for many reasons…I ADORE pinks…and I also adore that Sharon and her sister are always up for a challenge…they are "die-hards" …always!
Karen is Sharon's sister…do you agree with me now….a very talented person and WOWZERS – this card can be used for anyone – ADORE the scored lines on the sides – makes me smile!!!
Robyn is also a wonderful and consistent card maker and this is why she was inspired to make this card – "I have a friend traveling to Bali. Wanted to wish her a safe trip." Envelope fun = an instant smile!
I can see your smile…this is just the cutest! Those puffy clouds and sun are so darn cute! Seeing a lined envelope is just so special to me – nothing like a beautiful envelope! Great job!
Super-de-duper! You know that polka dots make me happy and make me smile! Rosanne is a talented card-maker and I am super proud to have her on my team! She recently started a blog, www.heartfeltstamping.com – please go and check it out and you will agree that her work is fun & clean!
O.k. – you know what 1st came to my mind when I saw this beauty was…WHY DIDN'T I THINK OF THIS! Great card….very fun and it still gives you a bright and cheery feel with the white popping in!
This a great group of cards and I am proud to share them with you! Please pop back tomorrow as I have a super 2 day weekly showcase of fun. Saturday is a Show & Tell and Sunday is a stepped up version – trust me, you'll love them!
Thanks for reading so much…I know that you are going to love the chance to win a shopping spree…Until tomorrow!
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by Susan Itell | Mar 20, 2015 | Blog Candy |
WOOT-WOOT…we did it – It is the 1st day of Spring…I say YIPPEE-SKIPPEE!!! I am trying to be positive and honor what the calendar says BUT…as I typed this last evening, that darn weatherman said that we were to 3 inches of snow and then tomorrow it is going to be 60 degrees! CRAZY!
Today's card is a fun SPRING card that I will be sending to anyone that has or places an order with me during the month of March. I will send you the instructions as well as this super cute and cheerful card!
I am doing the Spring "Happy Dance" and heading to see my Hannah for the weekend. I am sure that the further I go south the weather will be better and better!
What better way to WELCOME SPRING than with some BLOG CANDY! It's been a while since I have offered candy to you so let's get the comments rolling and you will have (3) chances to win…you can leave me a comment for the next (3) days and each day I will be adding more to the "LOOT OF SPRING CANDY"
On Monday. I will announce the winner so make sure you pop back over the weekend and I will ask you another question to comment to – I just love to see your comments and I think that we all love to read others as well!
Enjoy the parade of pictures of this 4 1/4" square card….I love the colors of Pool Party, Bermuda Bay and So Saffron together!
So….today, please leave me a comment and let me know what is your favorite thing about Spring? Mine is to see the total transformation of everything being so "brown and dormant" to all of a sudden….green grass, the chirping of birds and the buds on the trees – it just makes me feel so happy and alive!
Each day I will be adding another layer to this candy….today is the fabulous Stamp Set of the Lotus Blosom. I think by the time Sunday rolls around, you will be really, really hoping that you win the Spring Time Blog Candy!
Today's card focuses on bits from (2) different stamp sets….the one is the Petal Potpourri and it comes in a bundle with the matching fabulous punch – no fussing cutting here and the 2nd is Build a Bouquet Stamp Set (love the sentiments and whimsical flower images!
The below is the stamp set that the sweet sentiment is from – it is called Build A Bouquet Photopolymer Stamp Set. You could simply put a multitude of different sentiments….and naturally change up the colors of the flowers for a total different look!
I like you to USE what SPEAKS to YOU and never feel that you need to have everything…as it is simple – You do not!
To me, this card is a great way to welcome in Spring. Not only do I love square cards…I love the fact that we can always make out own envelopes to make our projects perfectly finished!
Now to the Blog Candy….here you go guys – a super popular stamp set and (2) spools of bakers twine – I bet there are a bunch of you that can put this to great use!
Please pop back tomorrow to see what I am adding to these products and I will also give you another question to answer….
Happy Spring my friends….goodbye Winter!
Remember we are coming to the end of Sale-a-bration so please make sure that you check your "basics" and also remember that the In Colors (Strawberry Slush, Coastal Cabana, Pistachio Pudding, Baked Brown Sugar and Crisp Cantaloupe) will be retiring so if you have a favorite….shop away as you know that they will be sold out….ZOOM!
Please feel free to email me, I will be having a great time with Hannah and her friends but as I told her…."the old Grey mare" will need to take breaks…
Let's get the comments rolling of what we like about Spring…tomorrow is Show and Tell Saturday….I sure hope that you can pop in!
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by Susan Itell | Dec 31, 2014 | Blog Candy |
Can you believe that this is the last day of the year? It seems to go faster and faster each year and I always thought that as you get older….things would seem slower! (hopefully this makes sense)
Today I wanted to go down that lane I like…."Memory Lane" and I thought that it would be fun to talk about Stampin' Up! products that we simply loved over this year and could not be without!
I am going to be focusing on things that I used more this year than previously as it taught me that the basics are always the best to fall back to!
I think that we all get super excited when we learn a new craft, cooking skill, gardening technique etc….and we want to take that BIG DIVE in and if you are like me – this is what I do and then I feel like I have to have everything and then after I get everything I look at it and say…."What do I do with this or Why did I buy this???"
Does this sound familiar/ Below is a quick, short list to items that I think are great basics that are all under $10.00 and I will say that I found myself using each and everyone of these more and more this year!
All you need to do is leave me a comment letting me know some of your favorites…I LOVE when we get to read all of the comments…it is so interesting to see what makes each of us shine!
The below candy shows a "goodbye" to a Stamp Set that is just FABULOUS…a brand new clear mount set and a "hello" to a set of color swatches for the NEW upcoming paper collections.
This Blog Candy is part #1 (the LAST DAY of the year and then I will do a part #2 with another offering for the FIRST DAY of the year and on Friday I will announce the winner!
Here are the items that I found to be "go to's" that I used more this year than before! (They are in no particular order and you can see the items if you click on the pictures at the end of the post) Items # 9 & #10 are things that I highly recommend that you always have on an order…these are lifesavers and the best basics!
- "Green Glue" – from the polls that I did this year, you all loved this to!
- Glue Dots – I fell in love with these this year…they are so fast and easy!
- Silicone Craft Mat – could not…would not be without it – works great when using the "green glue"
- Adhesive Remover – another little gem that made me smile…since I have been using the "green glue" more this year, I found that this works great for quick clean ups!
- Bakers Twine – I rarely used this before but now I just adore it…not only is it super affordable, it can bring a "plain jane" card to an instant WOW….glue dots are great with it as well and I can even make a bow! There are 10 different colors offered!
- Tuxedo Black Memento Ink – Not only for the Blendabilities….it is simply the BEST BLACK INK around!
- White Gel Pen – a secret weapon to me….I just LOVE my dashes!
- Stampin' Pierce Mat – Since we have so many Photopolymer Stamps, these are the best to stamp on, especially if the stamped image is larger!
- Whisper White Paper – I cannot tell you how many time I run out of this…every month I say….make sure I order enough but I feel like I am always borrowing from my Stampin' friends ( My resolution is to always have a full back up…."just in case"
- Refill Blades for the Stampin' Trimmer – This is something that you always need to have extra! There is nothing more frustrating than cutting and discovering that you need to change your blade and you are out of them!
These are some of my favorites….how about YOU??? Just leave a comment and you will be in the "pot" to win the blog candy today and then on my 2nd post on January 1st – you will have another chance to win even more Blog Candy….handmade cards from me!
Thanks for popping by and always being so kind, supportive and always so helpful to one another! I always feel like we are one big family helping each other and sharing our love and passion for paper crafting!
Please do not forget to sign up for the Product Shares for the NEW catalog items…with this 1st wave, I am offering free bonuses for each offering…(I plan to order on the 6th) and I will send Pay Pal invoices out over the weekend as per SU policy, I need to collect before I can order on the 6th!
Feel free to email me and many thanks for your continued support! Happy New Year!
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