Sunday, June 23, 2013

I have a special treat for everyone that places an order with me using the hostess code Z9ZFACAW between now and the end of June. For every $25.00 you spend you will get to choose one of the following tutorials for free. That means if you spend $25.00 you get to choose 1 tutorial if you spend $50.00 you get to choose 2 and so on. Just email me your name and which tutorial(s) you would like and I will e-mail the tutorial back to you. 

There are 3 ways to qualify for this offer:
1. Place your order online and use the hostess code.
2. If you are local, place your order with me. 
3. If you place an order for $150.00 or more, don't use the hostess code because you will qualify for hostess dollars. I will still give you your choice of tutorials for the corresponding amounts spent if your order is over $150.00.

I hope you take advantage of this offer and are able to choose all of the tutorials. If you need a new Annual catalog let me know, I would love to get one into your hands. I love everything and my wish list is so long.  

Please comment below, I would love to hear and suggestions that you may have.

Thank you for stopping by and as always Happy Stamping.

Ligeia

Hostess Code:  Z9ZFACAW

 Higlighting: Mixed Bunch stamp set (#125535 wood-mount, #125537 clear-mount) & Blossom Punch (#125603)
Did you know that stamp sets with coordinating punches are my favorites? They are! Why? Because coordinating stamps and punches make creating terrific looking projects fast and simple. One of my favorite coordinating sets from the Annual Catalog is the Mixed Bunch stamp set (#125535 wood-mount, #125537 clear-mount). Beyond the obvious you can use this floral set to create window cards, flower stencils, folded flowers, and butterfly and dragonfly punch art, just to name a few!
Tip: Place punch upside down on a solid flat surface when punching for ease and accuracy every time.  Like so many of Stampin’ Up’s punches, this punch is a great multi-tasker.


You’re Amazing stamp set (#126720 wood-mount, #126722 clear-mount)
“Certain images bring nostalgic memories to mind. The You’re Amazing stamp set is full of images that bring to mind happy, youthful memories of circus acts, carnival games, and elephants doing amazing tricks under the big top.
Tip:
Use the coordinating Apothecary Accents Framelits Dies (#127003) as background layers and to die cut images!


Lacy & Lovely stamp set (#122885 wood, #122887 clear)
“New stampers often ask me what stamp set they should purchase first. It’s a tough decision because there are so many great stamp sets and everyone has their own personal style! I think the best stamp sets for new stampers are ones that work well for a variety of occasions and techniques, and also include some greetings with the images. The Lacy & Lovely stamp set is a great stamp set for new stampers because the circle and floral images are fun for many occasions. The images are also great for a number of techniques like Rock n’ Roll, Heat Embossing, and Resists. The greetings, with a combination of script and angular fonts, add character without being overly blocky or feminine. With a few ink pads and some basic embellishments, you’ll have a great versatile stamp set you’ll use over and over again!”

Ciao, Baby! stamp set (#129645 wood-mount, #129648 clear-mount)
“Stampin’ Up! is well known for our high quality stamps and for having the best coordinating products. The best of both of these worlds comes together when you get stamp sets that coordinate with a punch. Using coordinating stamps and punches is a great way to achieve a quality look quickly! You can easily punch out the coordinating image after stamping, or use the coordinating punch to create layers and backgrounds. It gets even better if you have a stamp set with a couple punches that coordinate. For example: the trendy and fun Ciao, Baby! stamp set coordinates with the Petite Curly Label Punch and the 7/8” Scallop Circle Punch. These punches coordinate with the larger Curly Label Punch and several larger Scallop Circle punches. All this coordination lets you easily create layers and add techniques like windows and donuts! You’ll love discovering all the ways you can use coordinating stamps and punches on your cards, gifts, 3-D projects, and scrapbooks!”
Tip: Cut punched Petite Curly Label or Curly Label in half and adhere behind a punched shape of the same size for a framing effect.


Make a Cake stamp set (#126740 wood-mount, #126742 clear-mount)
“Every day millions of people have birthdays – and I bet you know some of those people! So make their day extra special when you send them a hand-stamped card so they’ll know you think they are extra special, too! The Make a Cake stamp set lets you build delicious tiered cakes for birthdays, baby showers, bridal showers, weddings, and more. Plus, with a variety of cake decorations like butterflies, hearts, flags, pinwheels, and banners you can customize those cakes to make the perfect cake for the special ladies, guys, and kiddos in your life. So make a cake today – no flour required!”  



A Round Array stamp set (#129087 wood, #129090 clear) 
What's better than a great stamp set? A great stamp set with coordinating punches! Stampin' Up! really rocks in the world of coordination. Stamp sets with coordinating punches allow you to create clean, quality projects quickly. A Round Array is a great new set of 8 stamps that coordinates with the 1/2" Circle Punch and 7/8" Scallop Circle Punch. It has 5 greeting stamps and 3 patterned stamps that are ideal for punching. Stamp an image and punch it out with the 7/8" Scallop Circle Punch. Next, stamp the same image or a different one and punch out the center with the 1/2" Circle Punch. Layer together with A Stampin' Dimensional and you have great, quick impact for projects of all types. These stamps also layer well with our assortment of circle and scallop circle punches to give you lots of greeting combinations. Add even more impact when you color-highlight portions of the images using Stampin' Write Markers! You'll find a real array of projects that the A Round Array stamp set is perfect for!  

Tip: Stamp and punch out your desired greeting with the 1/2" Circle Punch and layer on any of the 8 patterned images for a variety of styles!

Bright Blossoms stamp set
(#125495 wood-mount, #125497 clear-mount)
Petite Pairs stamp set
(#122495 wood-mount, #122497 clear-mount)
These projects showcase the Bright Blossoms stamp set and the Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper, along with the new Diagonal Plate for the Simply Scored Tool. You’ll love knowing the Simply Scored Tool and Diagonal Plate products give you three times the value as you can make great textured backgrounds, super-fast boxes, and envelopes that show off both sides of our fabulous Designer Series Paper. 
 These cards are a bright and cheerful way to kick off summer fun, whether you decide to keep them for yourself or give them as gifts for birthdays, Mother’s Day, or end of year teacher gifts!



Delightful Dozen stamp set (#122650 wood-mount, #122652 clear-mount)
“I often have customers ask me what greeting set I recommend. So much of it depends on your personal style, but I usually suggest the Delightful Dozen stamp set.  With 12 delightful greeting stamps and a variety of fonts, this set is one of the most versatile sets. With stamps covering occasions like birthdays, Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day, get well, and more, you’ll have the variety you need all in one handy set. Grab this delightful set and stamp away!” 
Natural Composition Specialty Designer Series Paper (#126917)
“Some of our best products are hidden in the back of our catalog just waiting to be discovered. The Natural Composition Specialty Designer Series Paper is one of these hidden treasures. Its neutral Crumb Cake color camouflages its true beauty. This specialty paper is heavier than our normal card stock and has glossy, embossed designs. From a natural, masculine, wood grain pattern to detailed floral images, you’ll find lots of reasons to love the 6 different styles included in this one pack. Add a touch of elegance to your project with the Natural Composition paper as it is, or use a variety of resist techniques to really make this treasure shine. You can discover the beauty and versatility of the Natural Composition paper by sponging ink over the glossy, embossed images. The ink won’t absorb into the glossy embossed images so you can really highlight the details of the patterns. Some popular techniques that you can use with the Natural Compositions Specialty Designer Series Paper are: Resist, Rainbow Resist, Stencil Resist, Blender Pen Resist, and Suede Flower! Order your Natural Composition paper today and discover all the fun you can have!”

Everything Eleanor stamp set (#124162 wood-mount, #124164 clear-mount) Petite Pairs stamp set (#122495 wood-mount, #122497 clear-mount)
“Vintage style continues to be all the rage in paper crafting and fashion. The eclectic mix of images including a swirl, label, bird, and flower designs makes this stamp set the ideal combination for creating amazing vintage styles. You’ll find the individual images can easily move beyond vintage, too!”  
Creating a set of elegant cards is fast when you use the One Sheet Wonder Technique. This set showcases the Everything Eleanor and Petite Pairs stamp set. The cards have a simple elegance that stands on its own by stamping one sheet of card stock. Try a stepped-up version with the substitution of Designer Series Paper and coordinating card stock.