Unity Wednesday..........we're back!!

After a short break for the holidays, the Unity Wednesday Gang is back!! So is Hip Hop Thursday. Make sure you stop by - big changes this year at Unity!!

This weeks challenge was offered up by yours truly. Going along with my 2009 motto and the fact that everyone has been so busy, I decided to keep it simple and put up a SLIM Challenge:

Sometimes

Less

Is

More

In this weeks challenge, the less on your card, the better. A card base, and image, a sentiment, and one embellishment. That's it.

Above and below are close ups of two of the 4 cards to the set I came up with. I used my Humble Bloom set from Unity and stamped with my SU Markers.
Here is the whole set of thank you cards. Can you see the sunshine I put in each corner? They are actually each of the flowers in the set stamped in yellow. Cute huh? The sentiments come from various Unity sets as well. On each card I added an embellishment for a little dimension and voila!!

Make sure you check out the challenge in the Unity Forum on SCS and take some time to check out Hip Hop on Thursday!!

Thanks for looking and have a great Wednesday!

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Cupcake Challenge

I have been following the Cupcake Challenge at Taylored Expressions for some time now. I had the entire day to myself (since my son is gone on an overnight to a water park with friends) and came up with this card for this weeks challenge. Pretty basic, simple card using the only small cupcake stamp I have from SU's Short & Sweet set. The sentiment is from Unity's Cupcake A'la Yummy set. You don't have to use cupcakes, but these turned out so cute on Taylor's card, that I went with it. I colored them in using my SU Stampin' Write markers. The cardstock is SU Lovely Lilac, Certainly Celery, and Pumpking Pie. The designer paper is from DCWV. It was a fun sketch and an easy one too!! Thanks for looking!

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Let's Share Some New In Colors

I am offering a little "deal" on some of the new In Color items from Stampin' Up! If you aren't familiar with these, SU offers up 6 new colors each year in paper, ribbon, and ink. This years colors are:

Pacific Point
Baja Breeze
Kiwi Kiss
Riding Hood Red
Pink Pirouette
Tangerine Tango

You can view these new colors on page 162 of the catalog - link is to the right!


If you buy the ink, paper, and ribbon, it can cost you quite a chunk of money. About $100! Now don't get me wrong, I'd love to sell anyone interested the whole shebang. For those of you on a budget, I would like to offer a Ribbon/Cardstock Share! What is this???
I am offering up an assorted package of the new In Color cardstock (6 sheets of each color) AND 3 yds each of the 6 new matching ribbons for only $24 ( tax & shipping included). This gives you the chance to try out these new amazing colors without going broke. If you are interested, please send me an email: doodersmom9@gmail.com with "ribbon/cardstock share" in the subject line. I will get right back to you with the details.

I am also offering a package deal on the In Color cardstock and ink:
All six ink pads & 1 package of 8 1/2 x 11 assorted cardstock for only $40.00 (tax & shipping included). Without my special, it would cost almost $50 with tax and S & H. Don't let this deal slip by. Give the new In Colors a try today!! Pin It

The New Stampin' Up! Catalog is up!!

Check it out! Over to the right you can see that I have linked up the new 2008 Fall/Winter Idea Book & Catalog. Lots of great new things in there - take a look. If you would like a hard copy please send me an email with your request. (doodersmom9@gmail.com) As a reminder, we have to buy these catalogs and therefore charge for them, but I offer a $5 gift certificate on your first purchase with me, so the catalog ends up costing about $4. I pay shipping to get it to you. Also worth mention is the fact that the catalog has great ideas for projects, color combinations, and technique tips in it.

I will be back later to discuss the special offer for ordering from me and an In Color ribbon/paper share I want to offer for anyone interested in sampling the new In Colors without having to buy complete packages. Be back soon!!

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Vases In Vogue

Sometimes when I really want to stamp, but have nothing specific in mind to do, I stare at my stamp sets and wait for something to jump out at me. My Vases in Vogue set (now retired) gave me some inspiration and this is what I came up with. Used some more of the In Colors that are retiring tomorrow. Love the Blue Bayou and the Purely Pomegranate.

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Say goodbye to these colors........

I'm so sad to see these colors go, I love the Stampin' Up! in colors from this soon to be retired catalog. Soon to be retired - if you are interested in grabbing any of the In Color items that are still available or any retiring stamp sets, you have until Sunday night to place an order. Just shoot me an email or feel free to call me and I will order for you right away - still offering free shipping!!

Both of these cards were made with Unity stamp sets. Floral fantastical and the Kit of the Month sets I just recently got my hands on. My papers are, of course, the soft sky (retiring), blue bayou (retiring), and whisper white from SU.

If you love these colors as much as I do and you still have ink to use, don't let them slip away - order some today!! (I'm a poet and I don't even know it.)

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Another Reminder..................

Just one last reminder that the retiring stamp sets and accessories are only available for another week..............get them now while you can. Included in this are the stamp sets on the dormant list. These are the sets that were not brought into the Spring/Summer 2008 catalog but were still available for purchase. They are soon to be gone forever!
If you are interested in placing an order, please email me @ doodersmom9@gmail.com, and I will hook you up. Remember, I am still offering FREE SHIPPING for retiring items.

****The new Catalog is on its way - if you want one, let me know!!***
Check back on August 11th and I will have the electronic version posted here on my blog!! Pin It

SU Convention

There is so much going on right now...........SU Convention 2008 is in full swing and for those of you who could not get there but want to see what's going on, those who are there are trying their best to share what's coming in the new catalog. If you check out the posts here:Sneak Peeks, you will see some of the new things coming. There are new stamp sets, new punches (scallop square - yay!) and lots of other great things. I have already ordered my new catalogs and will have them by Aug. 10th. If you would like one (Cost: $9.95), let me know and I will mail it out as soon as I get them. As a thank you, I will give you a $5 gift certificate for any order placed with me from the new catty!!



I will be running a big NEW CATALOG SALE so check back with me!! In the meantime, check out the link above or hang tight if you want to be suprised. Pin It

Color Inspiration Challenge

Today (since we have had nothing but rain, rain, rain) I decided to try out the Color Inspiration Challenge at kwernerdesignblog. This weeks challenge required the use of whisper white, sage shadow, regal rose, and rose red. I used my SU set "Doodle This" for the flower images. They were colored in with my pastels in sage, regal, and rose using the blender pen on watercolor paper for a watercolor effect. I don't yet own any ink pads in these colors. I also sponged the edges a little to give the base of the card a little more color. Not my best card, but it came out okay. The sentiment is also SU and it is matted on rose red and sage shadow cardstock pieces. I stamped that using my markers. Thanks for looking!

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Last Chance Sale!!!

This is it!! We are getting down to the wire on the retiring product availability with Stampin' Up! There are a few things I want to let you know about:

1. The retiring accessories list is out. The list is extensive and will change daily based on product availability. If you are interested in ordering, I can quickly email you a copy of the most current list.

2. There is a promotion on right now running until Aug.10th - some of the retiring accessories are 25% off. Click here for list and prices.

3. The retiring stamps and all of the In Colors (see post below) are also only going to be available until August 10th. Supplies are going fast, so get your orders in.



I am offering free shipping & handling on any order placed with me from July 22nd through August 8th. Just send me an email with the items you wish to purchase: doodersmom9@gmail.com .

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Retiring Stampin' Up!!

Just a reminder.............the retiring stamp sets from Stampin' Up! will only be available for ordering for a limited time. Go here for a great way to view them all in one location. Just click on a category at the top and the pictures of each set retiring are shown for your convenience. When you decide what you would like, drop me an email: doodersmom9@gmail.com. I will be extending the retirement party sale I have in an earlier post. You either won't pay full price or you won't pay shipping and you may even get a FREE set. Check it out!! Pin It

Retirement Lists

Here you all go............

Retirement List - by catalog page number!
List by Stamp Set Name

Here is the link to the cataloge for your quick reference: Catalog.

See my specials in the post below and shop away!!! Email me with your orders by June 27th please!! doodersmom9@gmail.com

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1st Annual Stampin' Up! Retirement Party!!

YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS THIS.........



The list will be out in the next few days of all Stampin' Up! sets that will be retiring this year. I am having a little "RETIREMENT PARTY" and everyone is invited. I will be running a combination of specials for anyone interested in ordering from me. (These are my personal specials only!)

The list will be out on June 15th (2 more days!) and I will have it posted here on my blog that night!!



-Order one retiring set, get FREE SHIPPING!



-Order two retiring sets, get FREE SHIPPING!



-Order three retiring sets, get FOURTH SET FREE (free set will be the lowest price set in your order)



-If you want more than four sets............FIFTH SET IS FREE and SHIPPING is FREE too!!

(anyone wishing to buy even more sets...........I'm open to making a great deal for you!)


REMEMBER: The In Color line will also be retiring. If you are not interested in any stamp sets, but want to purchase any ink, paper, or ribbon, I will offer FREE SHIPPING on these orders as well.



***As an added incentive, I will be giving the person with the largest order a nice little gift............an alterable clear paint can filled with 3 yards each of the SU In Color Double Stiched Ribbon (18 yards!) as well as some other goodies.

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Gift Certificates!!

Haven't had much time to stamp lately, lots going on this time of year.....hockey, lacrosse, baseball, first communion. And I only have one child!! Anyway, I wanted to take some time tonight to mention a couple of things...............

1. Anyone who is interested in a copy of the Stampin' Up! catalog from me will also get a $5 gift certificate to use towards their first purchase! (certificate is only redeemable with me as this is my own personal "promotion"). See, the catalogs cost us $9.95 each and therefore we must charge for them (I hate that part). So to "defray" the cost, I am giving half of that back to you in a gift certificate.

2. I can accept catalog requests and stamp orders from anyone, anywhere within the United States. You do not have to live nearby to order from me. Your orders can be shipped directly to you!

3. If you have been considering becoming a demonstrator and have any questions, feel free to contact me. You can only become a demonstrator by signing on under another established demo. Keep in mind, I can sign you up regardless of where you live in the U.S. (My first downline lives several hundred miles from me and I live over a hundred miles from my own upline.) One of the benefits of the distance is in competition. I am hearing alot of horror stories regarding some "stealing" of customers between uplines and downines. I am not about that, if you are nearby or far away, I want to help you build a fun business. I am not looking to get rich off this. So far, I am my best customer!! :)

If you have ANY questions shoot me a note!! My email is doodersmom9@gmail.com and I am on SCS as doodersmom9. Thanks for stopping by!! Pin It

Stampin' Up! Fresh Cuts Promotion

FRESH CUTS PREVIEW
Fresh Cuts (featured right) is a gorgeous, die-cut floral set and will be part of Stampin' Up!'s new Fall-Winter Idea Book & Catalog, to be released August 11, 2008. However, from June 1-June 30, you can purchase your very own Fresh Cuts set two months early for $21.95 and get the die-cut, coordinating Fresh Cut Notes for just $5. If you prefer, you may purchase the Fresh Cuts Stamp Set (#111634) separately for $21.95 and the Fresh Cut Notes (#111882)for $8.95.
This charming stamp set is perfect for your upcoming summer projects. The 4 x 4 die-cut note card set includes 15 note cards and envelopes in Whisper White. They are delightful for gifts, hand-delivered thank yous . . . even dinner name placeholders. My Fresh-Cut stamps and note cards are on the way and I can't wait to demonstrate them in advance of the sale!
Added Hostess Benefits: Also, from June 1 through June 30, place a Stampin' Up! product order of $400 or more (teaming up with stamping pals on one order is definitely allowed, although I just ship to one of you) and you will receive the Fresh Cut stamp set and coordinating Fresh Cut Notes FREE. This is a $30.95 retail value in addition to regular hostess benefits.
Stampin' Up! News! When the Stampin' Up! Fall-Winter catalogs become available, I will be selling them with a special offer. Anyone on my mailing list or placing an order after August 11, will automatically receive the new Stampin' Up! Catalog Sampler (a 12 page mini of new Stampin' Up! products, In Color options and projects, plus three on-going 6-month promotions). The Previews (mini) brochures which normally precede the release of a new catalog have been discontinued by Stampin' Up!.

CONTACT ME TODAY!!

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I Have A New Downline!!

Can you believe it! I have a new downline already!! I am so excited and so is my upline ("Granny" Michele). Her name is Amanda and she is from the D.C. area. I think she is as excited as I am that she is joining the Stampin' Up! gang. We've been chatting just about everyday and both have lots in common. I am so looking forward to working with her, I think we will be able to help each other build our businesses up!!
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Cute Card Set

3 x 3 Card Set

Worked on this set of 8, 3 x 3 cards last night. Used the Stampin' Up! Boho Blossoms paper punch and the SU In Color '08 cardstock. Added a little strip of designer paper to pretty it up too! They are quite simple, very easy to make, and could be used for many different things. I was going to use these for a swap I signed up for, but may just keep them and wrap them up in some ribbon and give them to a friend. (I am trying to drum up some new business and handing out some of my work won't hurt.)

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You want markers, I want markers, We all want Markers!!

Question?: Would you like to own the complete set of Stampin' Up! Write markers but can't spend the $125.95 all at once?

Answer: Join my Stampin' Write Marker Club and spread your purchase out over 4 months while at the same time building up your card stock stash and even your stamps. I am joining myself as the last of the 4 clubers (my husband would shoot me if he found out I bought the entire set at once). I need at least 3 more people to get a club started and will run as many clubs as I can get filled.

Here are the details:



Stampin’ Write Marker Club

Does your Stampin’ Up! ® “Wish List” include the 48 Stampin’ Write Markers with the storage case? You can purchase the entire set over a four-month period and get free Stampin’ Up! Merchandise at the same time.

The marker club will consist of four members and run for a total of four months. Each of you will be the hostess one time during the club cycle. The hostess month is determined on a first-come, first-served basis, so whomever signs up first gets to be the first hostess, etc. The hostess for that month will get at least $15 in free SU merchandise plus one free Level 1 stamp set. You may add other supplies to your order to increase your hostess benefits.


YOU WILL RECEIVE:
Each Month
- One color family (that’s 12) of the Stampin’ Up! Markers.
- One pack of coordinating 8 ½ x 11 cardstock.

Hostess Month:
- All the above, and:
- Stampin’ Up! Markers Plastic Storage/Carrying Case
- $15 (minimum) in products from any current Stampin’ Up! Catalog.
- One, Level 1 (minimum) Hostess Gift from the current Stampin’ Up! Catalog.
- If you choose to gather outside orders or schedule a workshop when it’s your turn as hostess, you can get even more free merchandise.

PAYMENT:
- Payment will be due to me by the end of each month. You may pay by check, credit card, or PayPal. You will have your product by the 10th of the following month.
- The cost for participating in the marker club is $44.95 per month (this includes tax and shipping).
- By signing up, you will commit to participate in all four months.

At the end of four months, each member will have a complete set of markers with the storage case, a Level 1 stamp set and at least $15 in free merchandise.

The Marker Club begins when I have at least 4 participants. Email or call me to sign up.

doodersmom9@gmail.com
(315) 393-2507 Pin It

Swap Card Attempt 1

Worked on my first attempt at a card. I am my own worst critic and see a few things I could have done differently, but it came out okay. I signed up for a swap, and was running out of time. Sent this one for the swap, it was all I had.

I have so many ideas, I don't know what to work on next. Can you say overload!!??

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