Even though there is snow flying outside my window, I know Spring is not far away.  The days are getting longer and, according to the calendar, the first day of Spring is less than 3 weeks away.  Spring is symbolic of renewal and transformation and there's plenty of that going on right now at Stampin' Up!  Below are three of the new developments at SU that I want to share with you.

One is their first ever online class! Divided into six PDF documents, The Basics includes written instructions, step out photos, a few videos, and supply lists for 34 projects.  Perfect for beginners or experienced stampers, this class for $14.95 offers clever tips and techniques to get the most out of your stamping supplies (not included).  Just add item #133385 to your next workshop or online order. 

Another new offering is the new monthly kit program Paper Pumpkin.  Designed for those who may not have a collection of crafting supplies, each kit includes instructions and all the supplies needed to create a unique project.  All you need to have on hand is adhesive.  Each kit is $19.95 which includes shipping.  For more information, click here or add the Try It! kit (#132600) to your next workshop or online order. 

Finally, Stampin' Up! is excited to offer photopolymer stamps!  SU has searched long and hard for just the right material to be able to offer completely clear stamping.  When used with clear acrylic blocks, they are entirely transparent for perfect placement every time!  These are offered on a trial basis and depending on popularity, more photopolymer stamps may be released in the coming months.  So if you have been waiting for clear stamps from SU, order yours now!  Just add the Designer Typeset Photopolymer Stamp Set (#132956) to your next workshop or online order. 

These are just three of the new products available to you from Stampin' Up!  From Sale-A-Bration to kits to the Best of 25 Years stamp sets, there are lots of things to get excited about!  Just ask your demonstrator.  Don't have a demonstrator?  I'd be happy to be yours!  Email me by clicking on the Email icon to the left or choose me when ordering online. 

Happy Spring (almost!) and happy stamping!

 

Last month in preparing for stamp club I had cut extra paper for a couple of the cards.  Since one of my coworkers had a birthday coming up, and two of her favorite colors are pink and red, I decided to turn one of them into a card for her.

Most of the materials are listed below for the Valentine.  Additional materials used on the birthday card were the Create a Cupcake punch and coordinating stamp set and Pool Party and So Saffron card stock.

 

Another card we made in stamp club last month.  I used the sketch challenge at Stamper's Joy as my design inspiration.

 Stamps: Short and Sweet

Paper: More Amore DSP, Real Red Core'dinations, Primrose Petals and Very Vanilla card stock

Inks: Real Red Classic ink

Accessories: Hearts Framelits, Top Note Die, Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder, Corner Rounder Punch, Real Red Satin ribbon (retired), Dimensionals, sanding block



This is a valentine we made in stamp club this month.  It uses some of my favorite SU products like the Hello Doily background stamp which we heat embossed onto DSP, the Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Details on the Valentine the little girl is holding, and the Smooch Accent Ink on her collar, petticoat, and socks.  More details below.

Stamps: Greeting Card Kids, Itty Bitty Banners, Hello Doily background stamp
Paper: Red Riding Hood card stock, Candy Lane DSP (retired), Whisper White
Inks: Basic Gray and Real Red Classic ink, Whisper White Craft
Accessories: 2 3/8" Scallop circle punch, watercolor pencils, blender pens, Itty Bitty Banner Framelits, Big Shot, Dazzling Details in Cherry Cobbler, Smooch Pearlized Accent Ink, Dimensionals

 

A wintery card made using the Crayon Resist technique.  This is one of three that we will make in stamp club this month.  I'll use mine as a thank you card with a hand written note inside.

Stamp set: Serene Snowflakes (retired)

Inks: Black StazOn, Bashful Blue, Marina Mist, and Midnight Muse

Paper: Glossy White and Pacific Point

Tools and accessories:  white crayon, Silver Painty Pen



This fall card was made with the a la carte stamp, Tweet Leaves, in the holiday catalog.  

Stamps: Tweet Leaves, wood grain background, So Happy for You (retired)

Card stock: Crumb Cake, Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla

Ink: Crumb Cake, Stampin' Write markers for coloring

Accessories: Chocolate Chip ribbon, ribbon slide (retired), corner rounder punch,

It is beginning to look and feel like Fall where I live so Halloween will be here before we know it.  I saw a treat topper made by Angie Juda which inspired this Frankenstein card.

 

 

Card stock: Old Olive, Basic Black, Whisper White

Inks: Basic Gray Classic ink pad and Basic Black Stampin' Write marker

Accessories: Sizzix Big Shot and Top Note die, 3/4" and 1" circle punches, white gel pen, Dimensionals, sponge