Where does the time go?

Friday, 19 June 2015

Wow, I can't believe I haven't posted since the beginning of June, and here it is the middle.  It's been a crazy whirlwind 2 months of travel for me.  My most recent trip (and somewhat sudden trip) was to the State of Qatar in the Middle East.  What an amazing opportunity, despite being a very quick trip!

I'm home again and actually made it down to my craft room for some play time.  I'm helping a friend with an event tomorrow and she asked me to demonstrate the new Gift Bag Punch Board (Item 135862 - cost $25)
This is a great product that lets you make gift bags of all sizes - from tiny little bags perfect for giving jewellery to a large bag.

Since I've never had the chance to play with this board, I made up some samples.  So much fun!  What do you think?

The bag on the left is made from card stock cut 4"x 10" and the bag on the right is made using the other piece of that same yardstick.  So easy - just add a little bit of embellishment!

You can make bags cut 10", 11" and 12" wide and then any height from 4".

I decided to make a large bag from a 12x12" piece of cardstock.  When I got it punched, I decided that if I did 2 pieces and put them together I could make a gift bag for a wine bottle.  In actual fact I cut part of the 2nd piece off and ended up with a 3 sided bag that I think is perfect for wine bottle.  You will have to make a bottom for this bag as the flaps don't fully cover it.  I used double sided tape for this bag to make it a bit stronger.

What do you think?


Here's a side view...

Think about the possibilities!
Interested in learning more or if you haven't received your new Annual Catalogue, Email me.

Happy stamping (and punch boarding)!
Melva

New Catalogue - It's finally here!

Tuesday, 2 June 2015



It's finally here!  The new Stampin' Up! Annual Catalogue is now available and you're going to love it!  Check it out online by clicking here or email me and I'll get you one of your very own!

I'm holding a BOGO event ONLINE this year.  For every item you purchase from my retired products, you can choose the same amount in product from the new catalogue.  What a deal!
There are a few rules about this online event!

  1. If more than 1 person wants the same product, it will go to the first person who requested it (by the date and time of the email you send me).
  2. You must include your payment information AND the items you wish to order (both retired and new product).  If you'd prefer not to email me your payment information and I don't have it on file for you, you can call me with it).
  3. You pay the taxes and shipping for the new product.  All product will be shipped to my address and you'll pick it up.  If you are out of town, we'll make arrangements for the shipping.
Any questions, email me.

Here's the link to my retired stamp set list.  I have other items that I will be posting - punches, ribbons, etc.  If you don't see what you are looking for on the list, ask me as I may have it!

Happy stamping! and enjoy the catalogue
Melva




More Sneak Peeks

Tuesday, 26 May 2015

As I mentioned in my last post, I've been playing with some of the amazing new products in the Stampin' Up! catalogue that comes out on June 2nd.  Wow!  There are so many on my shopping list.  I wanted to share a few of the products with you.

I think this is one of my favourites!  The stamp set is called "You've Got This".  I used the new In Colour "Tip Top Taupe" along with the 1" Dotted Lace Trim Ribbon and the Neutrals Designer Series Paper Pack.  This was so easy and quick to make and I love how it turned out!


This card uses the "Sprinkles of Life" stamp set that is the Ronald Mcdonald House Charities set this year along with the coordinating punch!  I used the new in colours - Watermelon Wonder and Cucumber Crush and the Boho Chic Embossing Folder.  For the flowers in the basket, I stamped in Watermelon Wonder and then coloured them with my markers.




Do you have your new catalogue yet?  If not email me and I'll get you one. Starting on June 2nd when the catalogue is released I'm having my BOGO event.  You can participate even if you're not local to the New Westminster area.  You can purchase my retired product at regular price (plus tax and shipping (if you're not close enough to pickup) and you'll receive the same amount in FREE product from the new catalogue.

I'll post my retired product list from last year's catalogue on June 2nd at 9am Pacific time.  If you're interested in any of the items, send me an email with your items PLUS your order for new product.  In case there is more than one person interested in the item, I'll go by the date/time the order is received.  You must send me your new order and payment at the same time.

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Happy Stamping!
Melva


So many new products to play with

Sunday, 24 May 2015

One of the perks of being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator is that we get to see and play with the new products in advance.  I finally had time today to get to my craft room to play.  5 new colours have been introduced this year.  I'm always sad when we lose 5 colours but the new colours are always pretty amazing.  This year we have:

  • Watermelon Wonder
  • Cucumber Crush
  • Tip Top Taupe
  • Delightful Dijon
  • Mint Macaroon
Check them out!  These cards are made using the You're So Sweet and Bohemian Borders Stampset with the new 2015-2017 In Colour Blossom Accents.


Delightful Dijon
Tip Top Taupe
Watermelon Wonder (might be my favourite!)
Mint Macaroon
Cucumber Crush
If you'd like to receive a new catalogue, email me and I'll get one to you!

Don't forget that you have until June 2nd to place orders for products from last year's catalogue - some of the products will be retired. Email me with you orders before June 2nd to make sure that you don't miss out!

Happy Stamping!
Melva


What a great time to try Paper Pumpkin

Tuesday, 19 May 2015

There's no better time to try Paper Pumpkin.  Until June 10th, you can sign up and you will receive 50% off for your first two months.  Wow!

Click on the following link Join Now! and sign up.  Use the Promo Code SAVE50 when you sign up to receive the 50% discount.

I love my Paper Pumpkin kit and can't wait for it to arrive each month.  Check out these projects from past kits.



When you sign up, you will be charged each month when your kit ships.  It is sent directly to you!  You can choose to skip a month or to cancel at any time (although I'm not sure why you would want to!)

Interested in learning more?  Email me!

Interested in signing up? Join Now!

Happy stamping!
Melva
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