Retirement List!

There is only one month left of the current catalogue, which means the retirement list is out. If you have never heard of this before, all it is is a list of all the products that won't be available in the new catalogue starting in July. Some of these items are on sale and all of them are now only available while stocks last.

You can order online here.

 

Or email me your order and I’ll get to processed straight away here.

 

Stamp Set Retirement List

 

Accessories Retirement List

Life.Paper.Scrapbook.

If you haven't checked out this great new online mag, please take some time to do so! Their second issue will be out soon, but in the meantime there are some great things to read on their blog - including their new post all about me!! I was very surprised and excited to be asked to be guest designer this week. Thanks so much Manda for the opportunity!!

Don't forget....

Morning, I just wanted to remind you all of the few promotions that are ending today, tomorrow or soon.

Firstly the extra $$$ promotion ends today. It's a little bit late to host a workshop today, but if you had been thinking about putting in a large order, or joining SU today is the day to do it! Put in an order minimum of $400 and you will receive an extra $60 to spend, on top of the normal hostess rewards! Or join SU today and receive an extra $60 to spend in your
starter kit!! You can join SU to be an active demonstrator like myself, or you can join just to get the great discounts and perks! Check out this post, contact me here for more info, or you can check out the Join tab at the top of the blog!

The awesome bundle special for This and That ends tomorrow. You will still be able to purchase all these items separately in the new catalogue starting July 1st, however they won't be available in a bundle for 15% off. Check out my post here for more details, and check out this post and this one for some examples where I have used these great products!

 

The MDS sale continues till the 15th June. Get 25% off selected MDS digital content. Check out the details here.

You can still purchase the Sent With Love bundle till 15th June. Check out the details here, or this post and this one to see some examples where I have used these products.

Also 'don't forget to check out my new giveaway here. You have until June 20th to enter!

Stampin'Up! Convention 2013 - Brisbane

Wow, so the annual Stampin'Up! South Pacific convention this year was help in Brisbane, so with the help of my mum and my wonderful husband, I was able to attend. I have to say I had my doubts about it really being worthwhile, and I was wrong. Besides a bit of a lull on the second day in the afternoon, it was really well worth the money and hassle of going!

All the demos in the main theatre. I am in this pitcure, in the pink shirt on the left (not the one in the black jacket).

Special appearance by Ronald McDonald.



This is one of the freebie packs that we got - all Silver for SUs 25th birthday!



INKcredibles - the wonderful team that I am part of. I got to meet a lot of these ladies for the first time! I and standing in the front row about 8 in from the left in the black shirt!



Elice and me. My lovely team of 2!


Some of the highlights, freebies, gossip and news-

- SU are now sponsoring Ronald McDonald House Australia (they have been sponsering this in the states for years). There will be a stamp set available in the new catalog with $3 from every set sold donated to the Ronald McDonald House. There is also oppurtunities for SU demos to donate their time to the charity, and also donate cards for the occupents of the houses to use for free.
- The "Best Of"25 years of Stampin'Up! stamp sets that are being available monthly in the US are going to be available here!! The first one is starting in June and is the Best Of Flowers. We got to see a peek at this set and I am loving it!
- There will be some great new kits available in the seasonal catalogues. We got one set for free, but I can't show you any of that one for a while!
- We recieved a copy of the new catalog, along with a few sets of the new stamps. Yum!! I will be showing some examples using these sets in the next few weeks!
- I got to see a LOT of examples of all the great new products, and left with my head about to explode with all the ideas I want to try!
- We got to play with some of the new products including new additions to the trimmer, new framlets, moulding clay!! and candy dots!
- We got a little demo on how to use MDS, which I had to come home and play with straight away! So many ideas planned for MDS!!
 

Card Tuesday - Mixed Bunch

Sorry about the late post today, boring things just got in the way! Today I have a card that I made with leftovers. I have a little basket that every time I get my craft on, all the left over bits and pieces end up in. I took it out the other day and realised that it was overflowing, and I needed to make a dent in it. This is one of the cards that I ended up with. The only thing I had to do was stamp the sentiment and punch out, everything else was already stamped, punched and cut. So super simple and makes me feel good to use up those leftovers!

Materials: Primrose Petals (127544) and Very Vanilla (106550) cardstock, Summer Smooches DSP(125409), Mixed Bunch (127516), Pappillon Potpurri (123757) and Teeny Tiny Sentiments (119185) stamp sets, Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border (119275), Modern Label (119849), Bitty Butterfly(129406) and Word Window (119857) punches, Daffodil Delight Taffeta Ribbon (119254). Primrose Petals(126858) and Daffodil Delight(126944) ink.

If you would like to order any of these products, please contact me here, or you can order online here.

Also don't forget to enter my giveaway, find all the details here.

New Giveaway!!

As promised I am back today with a new giveaway. And this time I have made it a little easier to enter. All you need to do is sign up for my newsletter here. Yep thats it. And for those who are already on my newsletter, all you need to do is leave a comment on this post and you will be in the draw!

So want to know what you can win.....

A packet of Silver Glimmer Paper (this stuff is great and the glitter doesn't rub off!) and a bottle of Silver Dazzling Details!!

So super easy to win, just sign up for the newsletter here, and don't forget to complete the sign up once the email has been sent to you.

AND, of course there is always something else with my giveaways..... if I get 10 new people to sign up for my newsletter I will also giveaway a pack of Rhinestone Jewels to another lucky winner!!

Competition runs till June 20 and winner(s) will be drawn by random.org.

Edit: Item will only be posted within Australia.

Scrapbook Saturday - Afternoon Daydream

Sorry I have been a little absent this week - I have been at the Stampin'Up! Convention!! Its being held here in Brisbane this year, so I am very lucky to be able to go (thanks to my Mum and wonderful husband for taking care of Mr 2 year old!!). I plan on doing a long post next week with all the goss, so stayed tuned.

Also I have a new competition starting on Monday, so also keep a look out for that one!!

Now onto the layout for today. I was waiting for my This and That bundle the other week, and thought I would take a look through my stash to see what I could play with to keep me busy while I waited. I found my neglected Afternoon Daydream Kit. I don't know why I had forgotten about this kit? I adore it, so I eagerly pulled it out and started playing. I managed to get 2 layouts done and this one I am sharing with you (the other one might be in the newsletter next month, so make sure you are subscribed!).

Materials: Afternoon Daydream Simply Scrappin'Kit (126927), Artisan Embellishment Kit (129328), Basic Grey/Basic Black Two-Tone Ribbon (129295), Basic Grey ink (126981), random letters from my kit.

If you would like to order any of these products, please contact me here, or you can order online here.

Card Tuesday - Floral District

This is a nice and simple card today - and sometimes simple can be gorgeous. This is a super easy card to make, and a great design to use to quickly make a bunch of cards in one sitting.

Materials: Old Olive (106576) and Whisper White (106549) cardstock, Floral District DSP(126919), Whisper White Twine (124262), Papillion Potpourri (123757) stamp set, Bitty Butterfly punch (129406), Tangerine Tango ink (126946).

If you would like to order any of these products, please contact me here, or you can order online here.

Scrapbook Saturday - Be of Good Cheer

Christmas in May? Why not! I love Christmas, and the Be of Good Cheer DSP. Don't forget that all the DSP in the current catalogues will only be available till the end of June, so if there is a range you have been waiting to get, then you only have about 6 weeks left!

Materials: Whisper White cardstock(124302), Be of Good Cheer DSP (126896), Delightful Decorations stamp set (121502), Ornament punch (119847), Little Leaves Sizzlit (114511), Lattice Bigz (115958), Crochet Trim (118481), Cherry Cobbler Twine (123125), Cherry Cobbler (126966) and Gumball Green (126861) ink, Cherry Cobbler reinker (119788), Stampin Spritzer (126185).

If you would like to order any of these products, please contact me here, or you can order online here.

Beginners Scrapbooking Classes

I love scrapbooking - I'm obsessed. I love actually scrapbooking, but I also love to talk scrapbooking and scrapbooking with others. Teaching classes are the main reason I joined Stampin'Up!. I wanted to share this passion with others, and by doing that I needed product to do classes with and I chose Stampin'Up! because I have loved their products for years and felt that it was something I was happy to put my name to.

So I have created a Beginners Scrapbook class. This is for anyone, whether you have never scrapbooked, dabbled a little, or even old pros. If you have ever thought you might like to try, or want to know more then this is for you. I will talk about all the different types of scrapbooking, all the different products, some design principles and of course everyone gets to create a page to take home.

If you would like to attend one of my beginners classes, its FREE! The next couple are scheduled in June (Saturday 1st or Wednesday 26th). So why not come along, bring a friend and have some fun while we chat about all things scrapbooking!

Classes are held at North Lakes, bookings are essential to ensure I have enough kits made. Check out my Classes page here for more info or contact me here.

Example of a page created in my FREE Beginners Class. Materials: Summer Starfruit (126836) and Very Vanilla (106550) Cardstock, Summer Smooches DSP(125409), Mixed Bunch stamp set (127516), Blossom punch (125603), small Heart punch (117193), Summer Starfruit ink (126991)

Card Tuesday - Swallowtail

I only realised this morning that I hadn't shared this card! I did this card for a stamp-a-stack a while ago and since then have made it in a few different colour schemes I just love it so much!

Materials: Rich Razzleberry (119981), Melon Mambo(119980) and Whisper White (106549) Cardstock, Swallowtail (129213) and Teeny Tiny Sentiments (119185) stamp sets, Melon Mambo Striped Organdy Ribbon (129293), Modern Label (119849) and Word Window (119857) punches, Rich Razzleberry ink (126950).
 

If you would like to order any of these products, please contact me here, or you can order online here.

Scrapbook Saturday - Baseball Girl

Well, I managed to put aside my This and That journal for a little while to do a page to share with you using the same products! So if you don't like the idea of a journal, then you should still check out the papers, stickers, washi and date stamp for layouts (and cards!).

Materials: Epic Day DSP (130814), Epic Day Stickers (131271), Epic Day Washi (131269), Remember This and That Rotary Stamp (131463), Basic Grey Ink ( 126981), Sent with Love stamp set (131847), random letters from my stash.

 

So today is my birthday, but I want to share it with you - for anyone who books a workshop with me this month (to be held in May or June) will recieve an extra special gift. Thats on top of the normal hostess gift, catalogue and hostess benefits! Don't forget if you host a workshop this month and qualify for a $400 party you will get $120 free to spend on anything you like from the current catalogues!! Contact me here to book now!

 

If you would like to purchase any of the items in my layout today you can contact me here, or order online here.

 

edited to add: When I said an extra special gift - I mean it! I am talking items like stamp pads, stamp sets, punches and paper packs!! So book your party today to share in my celebration!

I'm in love with This and That

Well, I said I would be back with what I have done with my This and That bundle. I haven't had a lot of time to play, but I have already finished a couple of pages and started a heap more, it really is that easy for it all to come together. I decided to make the journal about the holiday we had at the start of the year. I will of course be scrapbooking some of the photos and things we did in my normal albums, but this is a great way to use all the non perfect photos and journal all the little things in one place. 

This is what I started with - Journal, Stickers, Washi Tape, Date stamp and DSP(not pitcured).

I love this first page that I did. It was so quick to cut paper, add washi and some stickers. The longest part was thinking of my journaling and typing it up (I am not a lover of my own handwriting, and tend to print as much out as I can!).

I do love the second page I did, although I am not a fan of the splatters. I love splatters on a scrapbook page, but they just didn't work well on the journal pages. If it starts to bug me, I will cover them with something else!

I haven't finished this page yet, but I am loving how it is coming along.

I need to add journalling to this page, but I love how it has come together so far!
Don't forget that the This and That range will be available in the new catalog in July, but you can buy it early this month and get all the items in a bundle for 15 % off. Check out the details here, or you can purchase them in the online store here 24 hours a day!!

Oh and here is a gorgeous birthday card I got in the mail today from my dear friend and fellow stamper Elice! Thank you!!

Card Tuesday - Sunshine and Sprinkles

This is a little card I did a while ago. I am really pleased with how it turned out. Perfect for a new baby!

Materials: Daffodil Delight (121680) and Whisper White (106549) Cardstock, Sunshine and Sprinkles DSP (126922), Marina Mist Striped Organdy Ribbon(129292), Delightful Dozen stamp set (122650),  1 3/4"Scallop Circle (119854) and 1 3/8"Circle (119860) punches, Chocolate Chip Ink(126979).

If you would like to order any of these products, please contact me here, or you can order online here.

Scrapbook Saturday - Love This

Yesterday I had one of those days where a layout just falls together perfectly and it ends up being an instant favourite. I decided to capture my creative process, so please enjoy!



I started with the yellow chevron paper from the Parkers Patterns DSP, and used the Stampin'Spritzer (126185) with some of the choc chip ink from the reinker(101065) to create splatters across my page. I unscrewed the lid and tapped the end of the nozzle over the page to acheive the best looking splatters. I made the splatters from the top left to the bottom right to give some movement to the page.

I punched out a bunch of large butterflys from the blue stripe paper, and smaller butterflys from the Marina Mist patterned paper.

After my paper was dry from the ink splats, I laid my photo and butterflys on the page and moved them around till I thought they were in the right position to make a nice pattern.

I then used the long stamp from the Sent with Love stamp set and choc chip ink and stamped lines where the butterflys would sit on top. I extended the lines a little above and below where the top and last ones on each line would go. I did this freehand, but you could add a small pencil mark where you want the top and bottom to start and finish. You could also use the Stamp-a-ma-jig to ensure your lines are straight.

I inked the edges of all my punched butterflys with choc chip using the wedge of a Stamping Sponge (101610).

I adhered all the butterflys back in their spot, and used dimensionals (104430) to pop up the little butterflys. Before I adhered each butterfly I rubbed it's little wings up to give them some more dimension. I left off one of the bottom left butterflys where I knew I wanted one to put on top of the photo.

I sanded the edge of my photo using the Stampin Sanding System (129367).This gives the photo a nice thin outline to enhance it.

I adhered the photo to my layout using dimensionals, and added the last 2 butterflies on the bottom left and poked one wing in the top right over the photo as well.

I added some random letters from my stash for my title, and stamped the little heart shape (minus the plane) from the Sent With Love stamp set to finish off the title.

 

 

 

There you have it - the complete layout. It came together surprisingly quick and I just love the end result. Why not challenge yourself to use some punches and stamps to create your background on your next layout or card!

If you would like to order any of the products I used on this layout, please contact me here, or you can order online here.

Don't forget about Stampin'Ups! great promotions this month - host your own workshop and recieve bonus $$$s! You can find out more info here.

A closer look at This and That

I am so excited about Stampin'Up!s great new range This and That. And we get to buy it now before the official release in the new catalogue (July 1st). If you like the idea of a smash journal, project life, or adding something different to your layouts and cards then you need to take a closer look!
 

 

 

 

 

Epic Day This and That Stickers(131271). I just love these stickers. They are a great way to add layers to layouts. They match the Epic Day DSP perfectly.Don't forget to use them with Dimensionals to give then some texture and depth.

 




Remember This and That Rotary Stamp (131463). This stamp is not just a great way to add dates to a layout, but it comes with 12 phrases that you use with or without the date. Great to use in journalling, or to add a little "pop"on a page.







Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape (131269). I just love washi tape, and so glad that SU have added it to their range. Washi can be used to not only "stick"items to a page, it can be used to add depth and texture whilst still being a "flat"item. And it comes in SU colours ensuring that it will match perfectly with your design.




If you have never heard of a smash book, I like to think of it as "old school"scrapbooking. Did you ever have a diary that you used to keep and add all sorts of day to day things like ticket stubs and reciepts? Well, it's that same idea. Its a journal that you can keep for anything you like - day to day happenings, travel or a special event. There are no rules, it's whatever you want it to be. It can be messy or clean, whatever your style. You can add journalling, photos or memorabillia - anything that fits! Take a look at this video from Stampin'Up! that might give you a little idea what it's all about.

 

 

You can get the Epic Day This and That DSP, Stickers, Washi Tape, Stamp and Journal in a bundle for this month only for 15% off the total cost. You can shop for it in the online store now!

 

I ordered my bundle on the 1st, so hopefully I will get it soon and be able to show you what I create with mine!



MDS Sale and This and That!

25% off select My Digital Studio content!
May 1st - June 15th!

Includes: ALL ensemble, calendar, photobook and swatchbook digital content.

Have you had the chance to check out MDS? Its Stampin'Ups! new easy-to-use design software that is compatible with PC and Mac operating systems. It allows designers of all skill levels to create their own digital projects or use hundreds of templates to make professionally designed cards, photobooks, calendars, and more.

It's easy enough for beginners, but includes a variety of tools for advanced designers too. Anyone can try it FREE for 30 days! You can download it straight from the online store (item 130910).

If you have always wanted to try digital scrapbooking, or love the idea of hybrid this is for you! Check out all the How To videos here.

And if you think software like this must cost a fortune - it's only $24.95!!! The software even comes with content to get you started. Check it out here.

If you already have digital software that you prefer to use, you can still use the MDS donwloads! Simply choose the 'for another application' option after purchasing the download.

And don't forget there are heaps of FREE downloads available too!!

 

 

 

 

NEW THIS AND THAT!

Your life is: Awesome. Quirky. Exciting. Perfectly messy. And happening really fast. So Stampin'Up! is happy to introduce their newest product line that lets you capture it all on-the-go. This and That will debut in the 2013-2014 annual catalogue, but Stampin'Up! are giving you the chance to get it now.

You can purchase these items individually, or for this month only you can buy all of them in a bundle and save 15%!!

Item	Description	Price
131268	Epic Day This and That Journal	$18.95
130814	Epic Day This and That Designer Series Paper	$18.95
131463	Remember This and That Rotary Stamp	$9.95
131271	Epic Day This and That Designer Stickers	$8.95
131269	Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape	$8.95
133905	Epic Day This and That Bundle Includes the five This and That products listed above. Only available in a bundle until 31 May.	$55.88 15% Off Retail Value!

If you would like to order any of these products, please contact me here, or you can order online here.

 

BIG Giveaway Winner!

Big Giveaway!!

The Winner Is...... Sharee Ussher!

You have won a Stampin'Up! Ink Pad. Choose from one of my 4 all time favourite colours - Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, Tempting Turquoise or Old Olive.

Congrats Sharee, please contact me here to claim your prize!



I just can't believe how hard it was to give away some great prizes!!! There were only 14 entries!

I will have another competition starting in the next month or so, so make sure you keep an eye out!