Jill's, Ink.

Sweet Threads Bundle

I remember cross-stitching years ago...unfortunately, it's one of the many crafts that I enjoyed for a time and then forgot about.  But now it's in the Sweet Threads Simply Sent Kit!  I love Simply Sent Kits because they are no-brainers...all the supplies are included, with instructions!   Even better, this kit comes in a Bundle that includes the Sweet Threads Simply Sent Kit and coordinating Essentials Stamp Set at a 15% savings!!  In the bundle, you'll have everything you need to make 8 complete handmade cards.   It's on page 22 in the Spring Catalog.

Bundle includes:

• 8 printed cards - 4 each of 2 colors; 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (folded)
• 8 white envelopes
• 8 die-cut pattern pieces (needle holes pre-pierced)
• Embroidery Floss--52 total ft.; 2 colors (Lucky Limeade, Primrose Petals)
• 2 embroidery needles
• 32 Stampin' Dimensionals
• Sweet Essentials Stamp Set (wood-mount)
  

Note: Ink is not included in the kit or bundle.

• Sweet Threads Bundle  #131105
• Primrose Petals Classic Stampin' Pad  #126858
• Lucky Limeade Classic Stampin' Pad  #126984
  

I just realized that I used Melon Mambo ink on today's cards, that's why the color looks a little brighter : )  You can use whatever color(s) you like!

Beautiful Wings

I wanted a cheerful card for my uncle who, sadly, is losing his battle with cancer, so here's my creation.  I used the Beautiful Wings Embosslits with rainbow card stock colors.  The butterflies were attached to the card front with Glue Dots and then I pinched the wings up for dimension.  I stamped the sentiment from the Word Play stamp set in Early Espresso ink. 

It's a very simple card.  Hope it brings a smile : )

• Word Play  #120308 (wood)  #120651 (clear)
  
• Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad  #126974
• Whisper White Card Stock  #100730
  
• Real Red Card Stock  #102482
• Pumpkin Pie Card Stock  #105117
• Daffodil Delight Card Stock  #119683
• Pacific Point Card Stock  #111350
• Lucky Limeade Card Stock  #122977
• Elegant Eggplant Card Stock  #105126
• Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine  #113439
• Beautiful Wings Embosslits  #118138
• 3/16" Corner Punch  #119871
• Glue Dots  #103683
• Dimensionals  #104430

Lacy & Lovely Hello

It's so easy to make a beautiful card really fast with the Lacy & Lovely stamp set...the images are so pretty, plus it includes three different sentiments.  I added Island Indigo stitched satin ribbon from the Sycamore Street Ribbon & Button Pack.  It's one of the free Sale-A-Bration items you can choose with a purchase of $50 in merchandise.  The Large Rhinestone Jewel fit perfectly in the center of this flower...love these!  You'll find them in the Spring Catalog on page 8.

• Lacy & Lovely  #122885 (wood)  #122887 (clear)
• Island Indigo Classic Stampin' Pad  #126986
• Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad  #126982
• Wild Wasabi Classic Stampin' Pad  #126959
• Jet Black StazOn Ink Pad  #101406
• Whisper White Card Stock  #100730
• Large Rhineston Basic Jewels  #129324
• 3/16" Corner Punch  #119871
• Sycamore Street Ribbon & Button Pack  #130812  (Sale-A-Bration!)

 

Happy Friday!

Tiny Tags Valentine

I really love the clean look of this simple Valentine card.  I punched a Full Heart from the Summer Smooches Designer Paper, added a Real Red Designer Button and a Tiny Tag.  But I think the Needlepoint Border Textured Impression is what really makes this card!  It's definitely my new favorite embossing folder!! 

Card measures 4 1/4" x 4 1/4". 

• Tiny Tags  #126949
• Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad  #118091 (wood)  #118592 (clear)
  
• Whisper White Card Stock  #100730
• Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper  #125409
• Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine  #113439
• Needlepoint Border Embossing Folder  #129383
• Full Heart Punch  #119883
• 1/16" Circle Punch  #101227
• Jewelry Tag Punch  #117190
• Whisper White 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon  #109070
• Whisper White Baker's Twine  #124262
• Brights Designer Buttons  #119747
• Dimensionals  #104430
• Glue Dots  #103683

Easy Events Love Note

Today's card could be used for any occasion, including Valentine's Day.  It's another that we'll be making at this month's Quick & Easy Cards class.  The image is from the Easy Events stamp set.  I stamped it onto a Framelits Label and colored it with the Aqua Painter and Lucky Limeade ink.  I love this Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Paper...you'll find it in the Spring Catalog on page 28. 

This little card truly is "quick & easy" : )

This month's class is tomorrow night (Thursday, January 24th) ... it's not too late to sign up!  Get Class Details Here and then contact me by the end of today to let me know you'll be coming.

• Easy Events  #116958 (wood)  #123225 (clear)
• Jet Black StazOn Ink Pad  #101406
• Lucky Limeade Classic Ink Pad  #126984
• Rose Red Stampin' Write Marker  #119700
• Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker  #119703
• Whisper White Card Stock  #100730
• Lucky Limeade Card Stock  #122977
• Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper  #126922
• Note Cards & Envelopes  #107311
• Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine  #113439
• Labels Collection Framelits  #125598
• Aqua Painter  #103954
• SNAIL Adhesive  #104332
• Dimensionals  #104430

Sale-A-Bration Begins Today!

 

Sale-A-Bration is Stampin' Up!'s biggest party of the year, loaded with free products! We're also celebrating our 25th anniversary so this year the party is bigger than ever!! 

This year's offering includes exclusive stamp sets and accessories, as well as a selection of catalog stamp sets, digital content CDs, ribbon, buttons, and even an embossing folder! Now, more than ever, there's something for everyone!

Download Sale-A-Bration Brochure

Promotion Dates:  January 22nd - March 22nd

Here are the 3 ways you can take advantage of Sale-A-Bration

For every $50 you spend (before tax & shipping), you'll get to choose a FREE Sale-A-Bration product!  Visit my online store to start shopping. 

• No limit! 
• Spend $100 - choose two
• Spend $150 choose three
• AND...when your shopping adventure hits $150 and $400, you too will qualify for the extra FREE Product as described above!

Have your friends over for a party or host a catalog party and earn fantastic Sale-A-Bration freebies with a qualifying order! Contact me today to schedule your Sale-A-Bration party.

• $150 party = $25 Hostess Dollars, PLUS FREE pack of silver glimmer paper
• $400 party = $65 Hostess Dollars, PLUS FREE pack of silver glimmer paper, PLUS FREE SAB Product Bundle (Madison stamp set, Sycamore DSP and Sycamore Ribbon/Buttons), PLUS 50% off any Full Priced Item

Party all the time when you become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. Plus, when you join during Sale-A-Bration, you'll get 25% more products for FREE in your Starter Kit!  That's means you can choose $156.50 worth of product and pay only $99.00.  Take advantage of this limited-time offer and Join the fun! 

 Learn more about Joining my Team Here.

Sale-A-Bration is one of the most exciting times of the year at Stampin' Up! Don't wait---take advantage of these fantastic offers today.

Sale-a-Bration Sneak Peek!

This is one of three Valentine cards we'll be making at this month's Quick & Easy Cards Class this coming Thursday.  We'll make three cards (envelopes included) for $8.  I have two class times to choose from 1:00 p.m or 7:00 p.m. and the all three cards can easily be assembled in about an hour.   There's still time to sign up!  Contact me to register!

Sale-a-Bration starts tomorrow!!  The elephant image on today's card is from the Patterned Occasions stamp set, just one of the free products you can choose from  with a $50 merchandise purchase during Sale-a-Bration. 

• Patterned Occasions  #129621 (wood)  #129624 (clear)
  
• Teeny Tiny Wishes  #115370 (wood)  #127802 (clear)
  
• Wisteria Wonder Classic Stampin' Pad  #126985
• Jet Black StazOn Ink Pad  #101406
• Lucky Limeade Stampin' Write Marker  #123002
• Whisper White Card Stock  #100730
• Elegant Eggplant Card Stock  #105126
• Real Red Card Stock  #102482
• In Color 2011-2013 Designer Paper Stack  #122384
• Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine  #113439
• Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder  #117335
• Fashionable Heart of Hearts Embosslits  #125596
• 2 1/2" Circle Punch  #120906
• Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch  #119275
• Pear Basic Jewels  #119247
• SNAIL Adhesive  #104332
• Glue Dots  #103683
• Dimensionals  #104430

Clean & Simple Valentine

Today's Valentine card is as simple as it gets, but I really like the clean look.  I used our Note Cards and Envelopes, so I didn't even have to cut or score the card stock...very quick and easy!  The Real Red hearts were punched with the Owl Builder and the words are from the Oh, Whale! stamp set. 

Have a great weekend!

• Oh, Whale!  #129129 (wood)  #129132 (clear)
  
• Basic Black Stampin' Spot  #119979
• Real Red Card Stock  #102482
• Note Cards & Envelopes  #107311
• Owl Builder Punch  #118074
• 2-Way Glue Pen  #100425

Happy Valentine Heart

I stamped today's card with the Happy Valentine Heart Single Stamp, which is included in the Valentine Treat Bundle promotion.  The bundle includes this stamp (clear mount) and a package of 1" x 8" Cellophane Bags at the discounted price of $5.95 (regular price $7.45).  Promotion runs through January 21st.

The Happy Valentine Heart single stamp coordinates with the Full Heart Punch (not included in the bundle).  I also used the Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslits to create the scalloped edge around the Full Heart, and then punched the smallest heart with the Owl Builder Punch from Silver Glimmer Paper to add the final sparkly touch. 

• Valentine Treat Bundle (Happy Valentine Heart Single Stamp)  #132771
• Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad  #126949
• Whisper White Card Stock  #100730
  
• Elegant Eggplant Card Stock  #105126
• Real Red Card Stock  #102482
• Silver Glimmer Paper  #124005
• Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine  #113439
• Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslits  #117332
• Owl Builder Punch  #118074
• Full Heart Punch  #119883
• SNAIL Adhesive  #104332
• Dimensionals  #104430
• 2-Way Glue Pen  #100425

Spring Sampler Valentine

My Valentine card for today was stamped with the little bumble bee from the Spring Sampler stamp set in the new Spring Catalog...so cute!  For the sentiment, I used the Oh, Whale! stamp set and inked only the words "be mine" with a Stampin' Spot before stamping onto the card front. 

If you have not looked at the Spring Catalog yet, you're missing some great new products.  Click on the link to view it now...Download Spring Catalog 2013.

• Spring Sampler  #125510 (wood)  #125512 (clear)
• Oh, Whale!  #129129 (wood)  #129132 (clear)
• Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad  #126944
• Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker  #100082
• Basic Black Stampin' Spot  #119979
• Note Cards & Envelopes  #107311
  
• Real Red Card Stock  #102482
• Owl Builder Punch  #118074
• 2-Way Glue Pen  #100425
• Dazzling Diamonds Glitter  #102023
• Daffodil Delight 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon #126872