May 31, 2013

Isn’t the cover so cute? And wait until you see inside. Adorable! And if you are wondering what was used to make a sample you see in the catalog, use the Stampin’ supplies list above to find the specifics.

And check out the new product suites! What are product suites? They are products specifically designed to work together. They include stamps, designer series papers and accessories, like ribbons, buttons, etc. Click through these links to find your style.

I Am Me

What’s your style? Which new stamp set or product suite is your favorite?

Spring catalog ends today, May 31st. Order your favorite stamps and accessories now!

Enjoy! Julie

May 30, 2013

Spring Catalog Comes to an End!

Oh Whale Baby card — A Whale of a Baby Card

The spring catalog is coming to an end today, May 30th. That means Oh Whale will no longer be available. Sad. :'( I love this little whale from the Oh Whale stamp set (wood-mount #129129 or clear-mount #129132) and the coordinating Happy Whale clearlits die that makes it so easy to trim out with lots of fun little accessories. These happy stamps and accessories are all part of the Sunshine and Sprinkles Suite.

Here’s some more of my favorites from the Spring catalog…

(Click on the picture to go to the original post with full size pictures and complete descriptions.)

Ciao Baby! Blissful Bird Wedding Card make a card — Blissful Bird Wedding Card

The Ciao, Baby stamp set (wood-mount #129645 or clear-mount #129648) is also from the spring catalog and includes this adorable little love stamp that punches out perfectly with the Petite Curly Label punch. The Friendly Phrases and Blissful Bird stamp sets also featured on the card above are retiring too.

oh hello flower greeting card stampingjulie.com — Oh, Hello Greeting Card

oh. hello red pirouette wisteria scallop card — Oh, Hello Emboss Resist Card

The Oh, Hello stamp set (wood-mount #130730 or clear-mount #130733) is part of the Tea for Two product suite. I love the chevron patterns, the bold greetings and the delicate flower included in this stamp set!

collage curios paris birthday card — Collage Curios Eiffel Tower Birthday Card

And I could not resist the Collage Curios stamp set (wood-mount #129099 or clear-mount #129102) with it’s mini Eiffel tower stamp.

cross my heart crossword puzzle birthday card stampingjulie.com — Cross My Heart Crossword Puzzle Birthday Card

Recently I showed you this card created with the Cross My Heart stamp set (wood-mount #126580 or clear-mount #126582). Fun and simple.

That’s just a sampling of my favorites from the Spring catalog.

Remember these IMPORTANT DEADLINES:

GET AN EXTRA $30 IN THE STAMPIN’ UP! STARTER KIT! That means you will get to choose $155 worth of ANY products you choose for only $99! You can even include new catalog sneak peek items in your starter kit. (Learn more.) Act fast – Offer ends today May 30th.
Spring catalog ends Friday, May 31st. Order your favorite stamps and accessories today.
Retiring stamp sets and accessories will be available through June 3. Note that accessories are only available while supplies last. Click here for the retiring Stampin’ Up! stamps list. Click here for the retiring accessories list. Some discounted up to 60% off.
First day to order from the new 2013 Stampin’ Up! catalog – June 1.

Enjoy! Julie

May 29, 2013

Digital Tuesday: All About My Dad Photobook

This new All About My Dad photobook, All About Dad, is priceless! How much fun would it be to have all your kid’s or grandkid’s responses documented to questions like, “What color are Dad’s eyes?” “Why does Mommy love Daddy?” “What does Daddy always say?” “What did you learn this year from Daddy?” or “Which super hero is Daddy most like?” Kids are ALWAYS so creative with their responses – this will be a lot of fun to do and to have forever! This would be an awesome Father’s Day gift!!

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Busy, busy, busy! That’s what it has been around here lately. I traveled to Indiana last week for a research trip with a group of ladies from the Louisville Genealogical Society to the Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. It was a great trip with wonderful people and great genealogical finds!

After I got home from that trip we left for Murphy, North Carolina to visit my in-laws for the weekend. My husband Ron and son James were able to help Ron’s parents replace a ceiling fan in their kitchen, install support bars in the shower, fix their truck and do a lot of yard work while we were there. It was great to see them and offer our support. My mother-in-law was thrilled to have me there to play the organ in church on Sunday as they attend a small congregation and do not have an organist so they have programmed hymns that she plays (pushes a button) for everyone to sing along to. I love doing it so I was happy to help and everyone was so appreciative to have live music, which was so sweet!

My son James graduates from high school on Saturday! I have my mom here for the graduation and my sister and nephew coming tomorrow also. So lots going on!

I hope you have a wonderful week too! Below are some of the upcoming deadlines so you know what’s happening in the Stampin’ Up! world and when it’s happening. Consider taking a closer look at ordering the Stampin’ Up! starter kit, you can see the special offer below.

IMPORTANT DEADLINES:

GET AN EXTRA $30 IN THE STAMPIN’ UP! STARTER KIT! That means you will get to choose $155 worth of ANY products you choose for only $99! You can even include new catalog sneak peek items in your starter kit. (Learn more.) Act fast – Offer ends May 30th.
Spring catalog ends Friday, May 31st. Order your favorite stamps and accessories today.
Retiring stamp sets and accessories will be available through June 3. Note that accessories are only available while supplies last. Click here for the retiring Stampin’ Up! stamps list. Click here for the retiring accessories list. Some discounted up to 60% off.
First day to order from the new 2013 Stampin’ Up! catalog – June 1.

Enjoy! Julie

May 27, 2013

Happy Memorial Day!

We give thanks today in the USA for the many veterans who sacrificed to make our country free!

I made this patriotic greeting card four years ago to celebrate Independence Day, but I thought of it this morning when I woke up and thought it would be a fun one to share again.

I created this card with retired stamp sets Asian Artistry and Star-Spangled Banner and retired colors Not Quite Navy and Ruby Red. Here’s what I wrote in 2009 about making this card. Maybe it will inspire your own patriotic creations:

“The Asian Artistry ‘grasses’ were stamped in black craft ink and embossed with clear ep. Then I used Ruby Red and Not Quite Navy markers to color this flag from Star-Spangled Banner (retired SU) and stamped it on the whisper white card stock above the grasses.”I used a black pen to underline the red stripes on the flag and added a little white highlights with my white gel pen to add depth. I then colored the whole image with a VersaMarker and embossed with clear ep. I used a black pen and ruler to add the flag poll.

“I brayered starting from the top of the card with Baja Breeze down 3/4 of the card. Then I used Not Quite Navy to brayer the top. From the bottom I brayered Creamy Carmel. The edges were sponged with black stazon. It was then layered on white, Ruby Red and Not Quite Navy cardstock.

“A brad was added to the top of the flag pole. The tag label was made with the tag corner punch with brads added to each end and then the label was attached with dimensionals.”

Enjoy your Memorial Day and remember those who came before us and those who currently serve to protect our liberties! Julie

May 25, 2013

Stampin’ Up! Aviary Stamp Set Retiring :(

Stampin' Up! Aviary CAS Greeting Card angle A Clean and Simple Greeting Card

I absolutely love the Aviary Stamp Set! Here are a couple of samples from this past year. One is super simple and the other is more involved, but both include bright little birds.

And here’s the other which is a little more involved with more bright color birds inspired by the Summer Smooches designer series paper and includes rhinestone accents.

aviary top note card

Aviary Top Note Card

bird rhinestone detail

The Aviary Stamp Set will no longer be available after May, but you can still get yours now.

Enjoy your holiday weekend! Julie