by Susan Itell | Dec 3, 2016 | Christmas, Simple Saturday, Uncategorized |
Happy Weekend! Here you go with a super SIMPLE card that is a keeper for a guy! I was thinking about PEEP James when I made this as you know…dear old Mom would LOVE to make some cards for her peeps to send out! Here is a funny….when John came home last night, I showed him the cards for his thoughts!
His response…”LOVE them – I would like a dozen!” When I said, “John., I was going to make these for James” ~ he said great – we have different friends. I would love a dozen (or more) for some special clients! Well…I guess I should be flattered…right?????
You know how I feel about single stamps, it is simple – they are keepers. This one is very unique and yep…it is “walking the plank on the bye-bye list” I thought that it was super unique and I knew instantly is would be on Randall Lane. ( PLUS – it is on sale for just $12.75)
Now you need to admit, it doesn’t get any simplier than this!?!!? When I have a BIG stamp like this, I like to take my ink pad to the stamp and then place the paper on top of the inked up side and press with my hands to transfer the ink.
You can see that I used a much larger piece of paper than I needed but to me, it is easier to do it this was and then take it to the trimmer to get it all lined up to the exact size I need.
To me, the colors ~ the neutrals is what makes this a great “guy card”. I originally had a Crumb Cake star on the tree and when John saw tomorrows card….he said – you need to make a sparkly star like that card! (well…there is a hint for tomorrows card!)
This stamp set and framelit was carried over from last year and I say….it has not been blogged a bunch about this year but it is a keeper. (look at the products used at the end of the post). I used the smaller tree in the framelit set to adhere to the tree….works great – right?!?!
If you ever use the fun foam, remember to use an adhesive like fast fuse as it needs a “dry” adhesive….it is a heck of mess with the green glue, just sayin’ ~ been there…done that!
Here is the “pretty picture”…it just makes my heart pitter – patter when I see the envelope beside it. The COMPLETE picture…a true smile maker! The Warmth & Cheer DSP Stack had been a great addition to the Holiday Collection this year. I am a die hard lover of plaids and I was super happy with all of the yummy paper that are in this collection!
There you go! I am in love with this card and I am THRILLED that John loves it….now let’s hope that PEEP JAMES feels the same way. I know that it is hard to find a card for a “guy” – but I think that this is a keeper!
Don’t forget about the on going YEAR END CLOSE OUTS – shop away…and then TURN THE DIAL to PICK a stamp set of your choice from my VAULT OF STAMPIN’ FUN! I will send you “the list” and TRUST ME….it is a HUGE list…5 years worth of goodies and I have been making smiles!
Have a great day…..get some decorating in – make memories and JUST HAVE FUN! I hope to see you back tomorrow to see what it up my sleeve! Stampin’ hugs!
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by Susan Itell | Dec 2, 2016 | Christmas |
Good Morning…is it really Friday already? I received this card from a customer, Judy…or I should say “Princess Judy” and I just HAD TO share it with you as it is right up my alley and I knew that you would love it to!
Before we get to the FUN of this card (as I want to point out some things that make this amazing) I want to share with you that there is NO NEED TO WORRY about the amount of items that are on the YEAR-END CLOSEOUTS. This happens every year and there always seems to be a PANICÂ – look at it as a great time to take advantage of great deals and also…your last chance to pick up that stamp/bundle you have been looking at!
After we do some chatting about this SUPER FUN Card, I have some other tips and explanations for you in regard to the Year-End Closeouts…so please read on!
This fun card was made using the Christmas Magic Stamp Set. It is just adorable and it is on the BYE-BYE List and it is 20% off. I admit, I did not have this stamp set but when I received this card, I ordered it yesterday. (YOU SEE….even YOU GUYS enable me). The (2) things that I love most about this stamp set are (1) this adorable snowman and (2) the sentiments.
Judy did a fabulous job with her water-coloring. I invite you to look at the simplicity of this and then say…yep, I could do that. Judy took one of my “classes in the mail” that focused on water-coloring and WOW – she learned but more importantly she HAS PRACTICED.
Water-coloring is very easy and it is not only rewarding, but it is relaxing. The POP point in her coloring is that she highlighted the entire snowman with Sahara Sand (you are a great student Judy as you have seen me do this) Look below and you will see how this simple tip makes the image come to life!
You all know how I feel about the Classic Tools we have – not only are they time savers, you can never go wrong! Just look at these simple ovals – the perfect compliment!
Here you go with the products used. The red gingham ribbon was perfect for the card…Judy – you make BEAUTIFUL bows…but then again, you ARE PRINCESS JUDY! Many thanks for this card and I knew that everyone would love to see it! Super fun 🙂
Now, back to the Close Out Scoop…read below and I think that it will shed some light and be helpful. Remember that any order of $75+ with me this month will allow you to take a trip into MY VAULT of retired stamps….(if you ordered yesterday from me….feel free to chime in on a comment with how BIG THE VAULT IS….5 years worth of stamps)
Sometimes it is easier to see the “Bye-Bye” List in this format – CLICK HERE to preview it and I would suggest to print it off. I personally love to have the page numbers (I just think that it is easier to flip through) and as items get sold out, Stampin’ Up! will update it and there will be an “X” on the right. I also like to take a pen and add a “R” for retired.
Here is another helpful format – (click on the below image). Again, I like to take a marker and make note that the specific stamp is carried over in your catalog.
One thing that I want to point out and this is why I am sharing the Holiday Carryover List with you is that there are several items that ARE BEING CARRIED OVER but KNOW they are in a BUNDLE NOW…but when this Catalog selling period ends (January 3rd) – they will NOT BE AT A BUNDLE PRICE….so if you want them, purchase them NOW as a bundle to save an instant 10%.
I am pointing this out from experience. Sometimes I think that we see it as a bundle, that it will always be a bundle…that does not happen all the time. I am just looking out for you! The text in red below is at the bottom of the PDF that I shared….look at the symbols and it will help you!
*Amount in Stampin’ Rewards; host sets can only be purchased using Stampin’ Rewards from a qualifying party.
**Bundle includes some products that are not retiring; refer to the Retiring List to see what individual products are retiring.
^While the items in these bundles are not retiring, they will no longer be available in a bundle after January 3, 2017
I hope that I am not being “so basic” in explaining things like this to you but I feel like there are times that we simply get confused about. I know that many are just starting with this hobby and need some help….so I always like to make sure that everyone is “in the know” 😀Â
I am excited for the weekend post – I think that you are going to like it….well – LOVE IT! Simple Saturday and then Step It Up Sunday….Thanks for popping in and thanks for your support and encouragement that you give to me each and everyday.
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by Susan Itell | Dec 1, 2016 | Uncategorized |
Today is not only the beginning of a NEW Month…but it is the beginning of the Year-End Closeouts for Stampin’ Up!
(Click on the below image and it will take you right to the goodies!)
I know, I know….some of you are going to be sad that certain products are being retired ~ but trust me, it will be ok.The thing to remember is, The EARLY BIRD gets the worm as there are some items that will sell out fast.
I love how they have the categories broken down…have fun taking it all in and remember, just because there are items that are on the “bye-bye” list…doesn’t mean that they are not “keepers” – Trust me, I have many stamps that I keep!
I honestly have not looked at the list and trust me, after I post this….I will grab a cup of coffee and do the same thing that you are doing….CLICKING ON THE LINK…..and taking it all in…and then hit that SHOP NOW button and grab some deals!
Here is the hostess code for this month:
3ZYWSCUE
You are going to LOVE the incentive this month….and it is one that I can get out the door to you in a jif! You know how the saying goes, “you live and learn”….well I have that taped up in my work area as I am still playing catch up in making cards.
How would YOU like to pick a FREE STAMP SET from my vault of retired Stamps! 🙂 Yep, that is right…over the past several months I have been organizing my retired stamps and I have them in a word document and if you order $75.00 + from me, you can take a trip into my “Vault” and pick a stamp set!
Remember, if your order is over $150.00+, there is no need to use the Hostess Code because YOU can take advantage of the hostess rewards, but I will still let you pick from the vault (actually you would be able to pick 2 FREE STAMPS)
This has been a work in progress as I have 5+ years of stamps. I have them all alphabetically organized and in a Word Document…(that is a HUGE step for me)…now hit that PAW PRINT and shop away!
Enjoy the day…the Countdown has begun….YIKES – 24 days until Santa!!! Let’s all pace ourselves…remember to enjoy the journey, make memories along the way and have fun! Baby steps! 😀
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by Susan Itell | Nov 30, 2016 | Birthday |
Good morning – happy HUMP day….I have a confession – I needed a break from Christmas Cards and when I received a text from my dear Dad yesterday reminding me that a family friend was turning 65 on Thursday….It was like a LIGHT BULB going off to say – YES….you can have a “HALL PASS” from Holiday Cards!
I know that this looks rather more like Spring but I know that my friend will love it! Heck…there are times that a girl has to do what a girl has to do – go OUT OF THE BOX and have fun! That is what I did for you all today!
Darn, I LOVE white and I love to have LOTS of white space and I think that this is a great example of how it worked! I am using (2) different stamp sets….Flower Patch Photopolymer and Cottage Greetings!
I will also have to share…I do like and now actually prefer photopolymer stamps as there is no guess work for alignment…I was not always on this wagon…but as we have more and more photopolymers, I appreciate them and prefer them!
I admit, there are times that I just do not want to pull out the stamp-a-ma jig (even though I really like it) – as it is a time thing. I will say – I DO use the stamp-a-ma jig because I would rather take the TIME to make sure that my stamping is straight (TYPE A in me)…so I do it!
You can see that I layered the white mat but I also lifted up the stamped and cut shapes. At the end of the post you can see the colors that I used. Pear Pizzazz to me is a GREAT color….and one that I think gets overlooked.
Now how about THIS POP! The In Color DSP MAKES this project come together! WOW, I adore these papers and I do think that they are totally overlooked in the catalog and I also know that they are expensive, this is why I always have them offered in Product Shares!
With the new catalog right around the corner, you betcha that I will be offering a product share….keep on the look out for the details!
Here is your picture to PIN AWAY! (just hover over it and click) I did cut the banners AFTER I stamped them. The one with the stamping is 1 1/4″ wide and the other is 1″ wide. I know that we have framelits to make banners but I prefer to cut them with a trimmer most of the time and then just snip the ends to make the banner ends 🙂
One more view of this super clean and simple card. I know, I know – I say this all of the time….PLEASE work with what you have. IF you have purchased the stamps, then you LOVED the stamps….pull them off the shelf and give them some love!
A final reminder that TODAY is the LAST DAY that you can take advantage of the Stitched from the Heart 25% off opportunity. There are some great stamps….so take a look! (click on the image to view the offerings)
Have a great day…and tomorrow is going to be a day that could be very interesting. Stampin’ Up! will be unveiling the retired list from the Holiday Catalog and that means….there will be a HUGE SURGE of people wanting to swoop up items that they have been on the fence. I will say, just because something is being retired….doesn’t mean that it is not special! Enjoy the day…..
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