Scentsational Christmas

Are you already for Christmas? I'm close I've finished my Christmas shopping and now I can really get cracking on all the holiday paper crafts I wanted to complete like Christmas tags and various treat holders, The fun stuff right?  So I will keep this post short.

The size of this card is 4x4 and seems to be a go to size for me, so I've been told. I really do have fun making this size card for just about anything whether it be to hold a gift card or even to just accompany a gift. I used Be of Good Cheer DSP for the base of the card (this dsp is located in the current catalog on pg.164). I forgot to take a picture of the inside but I layered a piece very vanilla card stock on the inside so that I would have someplace to write. Well off to spend some quality time with my family today. Thanks for stopping by and have a great weekend.

Supplies:

Paper: Be of Good Cheer DSP, Very Vanilla & Wild Wasabi CS

Stamp Sets: Scentasational Season & Pennant Parade

Ink: Wild Wasabi & Cherry Cobbler

Accessories: Merry Minis Punch Pack, Holiday Collection Framelits, Window Frames Collection Framelits, Jewelry Tag Punch, 2 1/2" Circle Punch,  Festive Piercing Pack, Brushed Bronze Designer Buttons, 7/8" Natural Cotton Ribbon, Cherry Cobbler Bakers Twine, Basic Rhinestone Jewels

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Thinking of You

Here's a card that we did at a recent Super Stampers. The ladies requested that we do not do Christmas and could they do a variety of occasions for the projects. I knew for sure then that I wanted to do a masculine card that could be for any occasion especially for a man's birthday if chose to. So this is what I came up with. I love the lovely as a tree set and it looks so pretty when embossed you may not be able to see it in the picture but this was heat embossed using pewter embossing powder. I'm really loving the new Core'dinations card stock especially when used with the woodgrain embossing folder it gives that added texture. I gotta run off to do some much needed errands.

Supplies:

Paper: Early Espresso, Core'dinations Early Espresso, Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Cajun Craze and Orchard Harvest

Stamp Sets: Lovely as a Tree, Sweet Essentials

Ink: Early Espresso, Versa Mark

Accessories: Apothecary Accents, Autumn Accents, 1" square punch, Ribbon Slides, Early Espresso Stitched Ribbon, Lucky Limeade Ribbon, Pewter Embossing Powder and sanding block

Beautiful Birthday

I made this card back in October for my cousin Niki. It took a bit of time to get it to her between turn of events with life and the post office it caused it to get to her later than I'd hoped. For this card I wanted to do something simple and elegant. I have a really hard time with simple and I tend to add lots of layers or embellishments sometimes even both, so I thought I'd challenge myself a bit. I don't think I did too bad. Thanks for stopping by! =D 

Supplies:

Paper: Raspberry Ripple, Whisper White, Baja Breeze

Stamp Sets: Flowering Flourishes (pg.121)  and  Beautiful Birthday (pg.44)

Ink: Old Olive and Raspberry Ripple

Accessories: Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, Delicate Designs EF, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Raspberry Ripple 3/8" Stitched Ribbon

Holiday Package Bundles

Available November 29-January 2

Trimmings & Tags Bundle
Item 132769 $13.50 (a $16.85 value)
Includes:

•Gusseted Cellophane Bags (25 bags; 5" x 3" x 11-1/2")
•Snow Festival Designer Printed Tags (25 double-sided tags; 4-1/2" x 3-1/8")
•Cherry Cobbler 1/4" Sweater Trim (10 yards)

Petite Treats Bundle
Item 132770 $13.50 (a $16.85 value)
Includes:

•Glassine Bags with die-cut edges (10 bags; 3" x 5" x 1-1/2")
•Handmade Holidays Stitched Felt (8 pieces)
•Gumball Green 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon (10 yards)

Order yours today in time for the holidays by clicking here or you can email me at lorrainetoll@att.net

Holiday Soiree

I had a fun filled weekend of Stampin'. Our 2 day Holiday Soiree Stamp camp was held this weekend.  I had lots of laughs with my fellow demos and all the ladies that attended camp. It was a great time. 

I want to thank all of the stampers that attended and also thank the stampers that ordered to go kits. 

Also a big thanks to all of the hard work from my fellow demo sisters that made this camp successful and the talent going into the projects and displays.

Not able to make it to camp this year?? Well, here is your chance. For one week only we will be offering our Camp to you to take home this offer ends September 24th.

Your kit includes everything to make all six of these beautiful cards.

Cards will be stamped, punch embossed for you.

Assembly required. DSP patterns may vary.

Price of kit includes shipping.

Holiday Soiree Kit to Go

Happy Birthday K

Here is the same card as yesterdays post but a masculine version of it. I'm loving this World Spectacular DSP with  the bright color combination it makes for a happy card. This card went to Caleb's little cousin Kieran for his birthday we hoped he liked it. I have to run lots to do today and I'm still have prep work for our upcoming stamp camp this weekend so I better get a move on. Happy Humpday! 

Supplies:

Paper: Whisper White, Island Indigo, Cherry Cobbler & World Spectacular DSP

Stamp Set: You're Amazing

Ink: Early Espresso & Island Indigo

Accessories: Apothecary Accent Framelits, Vintage Trinkets & Daffodil Stitched Ribbon

Happy Birthday Sis!

I made this card back in August for one of my younger sisters. I found a layout challenge that I believe I had seen on a previous Mojo Monday. I tend to go there for inspiration when I'm feeling like I'm in a creative fog. I really love this Patio Party DSP lots of great patterns  and I love the way that it show cases some of the newest in colors not to mention the stamp set I used "YOU'RE AMAZING" it's a definite must have. I love, love this set. I've got to run lots on the list of things to do today. Stay tuned for the same card but with a masculine twist tomorrow. Thanks for stopping by and have a great day! =D

Supplies: 

Paper: Baja Breeze CS, Midnight Muse CS, Whisper White CS & Patio Party DSP

Stamp Set: You're Amazing

Ink: Primrose Petals & Midnight Muse Markers

Accessories: Apothecary Accent Framelits, Primrose Petals Stitched Satin Ribbon, Mini Silver Brads, Rhinestone Jewels, Dimensionals

Guest Stamper: Alyssa P

 Here is another card that I received for my birthday from my friend Alyssa who is also a SU! Demonstrator. I love all of Alyssa's creations and this was no exception. I loved how she used several different patterns from the International Bazaar DSP. Not to mention did you notice that fabulous bow it's perfect. I will definitely be trying to duplicate that. Thanks again for my card Alyssa and the yummy Starbucks treat! Check out more of Alyssa's creations by visiting her blog at Mommy ETC.

Supplies:

Paper: Whisper White CS, International Bazaar

Stamp Set: Perfect Punches

Ink: Pacific Point

Accessories: Wide Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Decorative Label Punch, In Color Polka Dot brads 

Reminder: Hoilday Soiree Stamp Camp

With our Holiday Stamp Camp just around the corner I thought that I'd update all of you. There are still stamping spots available at both Stockton &  Livermore locations. The registration deadline is Friday, September 7th.  So if you live in the area and would like to join us for a day of  fun with the girls  or guys too and stamping email me and I will get you a registration form ASAP.  Wait there's more for those that don't live in the area or simply can't make it we  are offering to go kits so you don't have to miss out on all the holiday stamping  fun. Contact me with any questions or email me for you registration form today!

Its camp time!!

Now with more options, there is no reason for you to miss camp!

Two locations, two dates, or get your kit to go.

Join us for a fun day of stampin. At this camp you will make 6 adorable cards. All projects are holiday inspired (Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.) Don't forget to bring a friend and your camera. There will be lots of displays to inspired you as well. You don't want to miss this event and space is limited. So be sure to get your registration form in early. Event details:

Holiday Soiree

Session 1: Saturday September 15th, 10:00AM
at the Waterfront Hotel in Stockton, CA

Session 2: Sunday September 16th, 10:00AM
at the Doubletree Hotel in Livermore, CA

or buy your kit to go

Cost of camp is $25 if attending, $30 for to-go kit, $35 for to-go kit (mailed)

*to-go kits will be pre stamped, punched and embossed for you. Assembly required. Please allow 2-3 weeks post camp for delivery.

You must be registered to attend this event no walk-ins. 

Please email me for a copy of your registration form lorrainetoll@att.net

Hope to see you there! 

It's Back to Spool Time! FREE Ribbon

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While the kids are heading back to school, Stampin' Up! is going back to 'spool'! For the month of  September, get a FREE package of 3/8"  New 2012-2014 In Color Stitched Satin Ribbon-an $8.95 value-for every $40 you spend (before tax & shipping)!

Holiday Soiree Stamp Camp

Its camp time!!
Now with more options, there is no reason for you to miss camp!

Two locations, two dates, or get your kit to go.

Join us for a fun day of stampin. At this camp you will make 6 adorable cards. All projects are holiday inspired (Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.) Don't forget to bring a friend and your camera. There will be lots of displays to inspired you as well. You don't want to miss this event and space is limited. So be sure to get your registration form in early. Event details:

Holiday Soiree

Session 1: Saturday September 15th, 10:00AM
at the Waterfront Hotel in Stockton, CA

Session 2: Sunday September 16th, 10:00AM
at the Doubletree Hotel in Livermore, CA

or buy your kit to go

Cost of camp is $25 if attending, $30 for to-go kit, $35 for to-go kit (mailed)

*to-go kits will be pre stamped, punched and embossed for you. Assembly required. Please allow 2-3 weeks post camp for delivery.

You must be registered to attend this event no walk-ins. 

Please email me for a copy of your registration form lorrainetoll@att.net

Hope to see you there! 

It's GARAGE SALE Time!

Garage Sale 

This Friday, August 31st from 6:30PM-8:30PM

Tracy, CA

email at  lorrainetoll@att.net for location details!

You won't want to miss this event. Us demos are cleaning out our closets and you get the benefits. Come browse hundreds of retired stamp sets, tools, paper, embellishments and so much more!

Prices may vary between demonstrators. All purchases are cash/check only. This is a great way to score those Hostess sets you didn't get a chance to earn or pick up those sets you still had on your stampin wish list that can no longer be purchased.

You may even find some other craft related items as well, including: Creative Memories, Cricut, and other finished products and samples. You don't want to miss event. See you there!!

Guest Stamper: Aunt Lynn

I was excited when I went to the mail yesterday and found a card waiting for me. My down line who also happens to be my aunt made this card for me. I really wish I had a better picture of it but my camera just wasn't cooperating. This card is so much prettier in person. I'm not sure exactly what was used to create this card but I will go ahead and take a guess. Thank you again,  Aunt Lynn I loved the card.

Stamp Set: Flower Fancy & Bring on the Cake

Ink: Blushing Bride, Old Olive and Basic Gray

Paper: Certainly Celery and Whisper White

Accessories: SAB organza ribbon, Pearl Jewels and Labels Collection Framelits

Scentsational Season 4X4

These were another set of Stamp Camp contenders that didn't make the cut. These were really fun to make, I'm really enjoying playing around with this stamp set. This size card seems to be my go to size, I think it's the perfect size to accompany a gift. Drop me a line and let me know what you think.

Supplies: 

Paper: Festival of Prints (holiday), Cherry Cobbler CS, Early Espresso CS, Whisper White CS

Stamp Sets: More Merry Messages (a must have =D), Scentsational Season (holiday)

Inks: Lucky Limeade, Early Espresso, Cherry Cobbler

Accessories: Lucky Limeade & Pool Party Ruffled In Color Ribbon, Faceted Buttons, Cherry Cobbler & Early Espresso Bakers Twine, Merry Mini Punch Pack (Holiday), Holiday Framelits (holiday), Jewel Rhinestones

Thank you for stopping by and enjoy your day! 

Scentsational Merry Christmas

Happy Saturday! I made this card in mind to submit as a stamp camp contender. I'm able to show it to you today because it was not chosen. That's OK though we had a lot of great cards to choose from and I think we picked a lot of great projects for those of you that will be attending camp. I have to keep this post short today we have lots to do today.  

Supplies:

Paper: Early Espresso, Bashful Blue, Whisper White 

Stamp Set: Scentsational Season (holiday), More Merry Messages 

Ink: Early Espresso

Accessories: Holiday Framelits (holiday), Northern Flurry EF, Dotted Ribbon Scallop Punch, Bronze Buttons (holiday), Cherry Cobbler Bakers Twine 

Upcoming Events!!!

Friday, August 31- Garage Sale!!
Tracy, CA 95377

Its time for a Stampin' Up Garage Sale. Us demonstrators are getting together, cleaning out our SU! closets and you get the benefits. Come score some great retired stamps, paper, tools, etc. for amazing prices. You may even find some other craft related goodies there as well. All purchases are Cash/Check only and all sales are final. Email me @ lorrainetoll@att.net for location info.


 Sept 15th & 16th- Stamp Camp Holiday Soiree

A fun filled day creating holiday inspired cards and fun prizes. Hope to see you there!

Now offering 2 locations:

 Saturday, September 15th will be held in Stockton,CA 

Sunday, September 16th will be held in Livermore, CA

Email me at lorrainetoll@att.net for more details and to register for camp! Also offering camp kits if you are unable to make those dates.

Holiday Catalog LIVE & Spooktacular Offer

click here to view catalog

I thought August 1st  would never get here! The Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog is LIVE and you can officially  place your order for your favorite new holiday products. I'm really excited about this holiday catalog not only are there a lot of new great products to choose from it will be around longer than our prior mini's and It's filled with some many great project ideas too! =D 


If you are not already working with a demonstrator and would like a holiday catalog contact me today and I will get one out to you ASAP. This is one catalog that you will want in your hands. Contact me at lorrainetoll@att.net

Also for the month of August if you join my Stampin' Up! team and when you purchase a Demonstrator Starter Kit you will receive this awesome gift: The Howl-o-ween Printer’s Tray kit! It includes the Toxic Treats set, printer’s tray, and all the goodies you need to make this boo-tiful project.

 (Project kit does not include ink)

Demonstrator Starter Kit

• For just $99, choose up to $125 worth of brand-new products from the annual or holiday catalogs, for your completely customizable Starter Kit!

AND

 • Get the FREE Howl-o-ween project kit (valued up to $60)! Click here for more details

need a reason to SMILE?

Stampin’ Up! has a reason for you to smile during July with a brand-new stamp set!

There are plenty of reasons to smile in July with the Reason to Smile set—

only $5 when you spend $50! But don’t wait to get yours; this exclusive set is only available during 

this special offer! July 1st - July 31st

Click here to view stamp stamp set images and details! 

Introducing the NEW FIRM FOAM PADS

I've had some questions about our New Firm Foam Ink Pads lately. What's different about them? Why are they better? How will it affect my stamping? I will start by saying that the image quality is a lot crisper and the coverage is wonderful. They don't require a lot of effort {pressure} for coverage like our old style pads. We have all trained our selves to apply pressure and tap tap tap, to make sure that our image is all ink'd up so the new firm foam pad  does take a bit to get use to at first trying to remember to use a lighter hand when inking our image. Here is some helpful info provided by SU! that will be able to answer those frequently asked questions I've been receiving. 

With the introduction of the 2012-2013 annual catalog, we have made a very big change to our Stampin’ Pads.

Introducing firm foam pads! They change your stamping experience for the better.

We know you’re going to love these new Stampin’ Pads—just look at all the exciting benefits listed below:

• Provide better ink coverage for your stamps!
• Light-tap stamping produces flawless images!

In addition, our new Stampin’ Pads

• Create wonderfully solid images. The Firm Foam releases more ink onto your rubber stamp than the felt pads. When using the Firm Foam pad, your stamp will get an even, solid covering of ink that you may not have been able to achieve with the felt pads. Please note: if you are using the ink pad frequently you may need to re-ink your Firm Foam pad more often.
• Have a crisply printed, glossy label on the top of the pad that is easier to read and that will not fade or chip off!
• Come with color name labels in all four languages (English, Spanish, French, and German)--just choose your language, peel it off the back, and add it to the side of the pad for easy identification! 
• Use the same patented flip-top case design that stores the inking surface upside down, so the pad surface stays moist!
• Are available in all colors, including our exclusive In Colors!

Please note: Five ink colors have undergone formula changes to improve functionality and color stability with the new firm foam pads. These colors are

• Basic Black
• Basic Gray
• Marina Mist
• Perfect Plum
• Tempting Turquoise

 While using the new ink formula in the old Stampin’ Pads is fine, we do not recommend using the old ink formula for these five colors in the new firm foam pads. 

REMINDER: Multi- Demonstrator Garage Sale

It's garage sale time! You're invited to a Multi-Demonstrator garage sale! Stop by to see us. We are cleaning out our Stampin' Up! closets and you get the benefits. Stop by to shop through tons of retired stamp sets, paper, DSP, ink, accessories, tools and more! Prices may vary between demonstrators and all retired purchases are cash/check only. Of course you can always place new  orders so remember to bring your credit cards too! But that's not all!!!


Stop by our demo table to see a new product demo! 

Sunday June 10th from 1:00pm - 4:00pm

{ Doors will open at 1:00pm sharp}

Tracy, CA 95377

Contact me for location info at lorrainetoll@att.net 

FOR YOU

Good Morning and Happy Monday! This is one of the cards that we had as a make and take for Catalog Launch Event on Saturday. I really like the way this card came out unfortunately it didn't photograph very well. I'm really loving the color combination in this comfort cafe. It may be because it combines 2 of my favorite go to colors and a new color fave of mine, Soft Suede, Pool Party and my new love Midnight Muse.  I found this clean and simple layout from a card that was sampled for demonstrators during our new catalog pre-order. Drop me a line and let me know what some of your new favorites are. 

Supplies:

Paper: Comfort Cafe DSP, Very Vanilla CS, Midnight Muse CS

Stamp Set: Layered Labels

Ink: Cajun Craze, Midnight Muse

Accessories: Apothecary Accents framelits, Large Oval Punch, Polka Dot Embossing Folder and Early Espresso Bakers Twine

I was pleasantly surprised last night when I received a email from Tiffany Bauer at My Crafty World blog that I was picked to be featured on her Sunday Crafty Picks. Not only do I visit her blog daily but I look forward to Sundays when I get to check out all the crafty picks that she has chosen. I'm truly honored to featured on her blog with such wonderful talent. Thanks Tiffany *smiling* 

Check out Tiffany's other crafty picks here and be sure to check out her other blog posts.

Stay tuned tomorrow, I will have some projects featured from our Catalog Launch that we had yesterday, and to all of you that made it out thank you I had a lot of fun stampin and sharing the excitement of the new catalog. Happy Sunday! 

  

NEW 2012-2013 STAMPIN' UP! CATALOG is LIVE

 Yay! I'm jumping up and down right now and doing my happy dance in excitement that the NEW catalog is finally here, boy the wait seemed like a enternity. Take a look and start shopping today!

2012-2013 Annual STAMPIN' UP! Catalog {flash}

2012-2013 Annual STAMPIN' UP! Catalog {supplies}

2012- 2013 Celebrande CREATIVIDAD
2012-2013 Celebrande CREATIVIDAD {supplies}

Wait there is even more exciting news in store for you today! Hostess a party in the months of June or July and earn a extra HOSTESS products on qualifying parties. Click here for more details.

JUNE takes the cake with more exciting offers. During June, new demonstrators not only get to choose the products for their fully customizable Starter Kit, they'll also get products from the brand-new Patio Party Suite for FREE, including the Make a Cake Set, Patio Party Designer Series Paper, and the Patio Party Digital Collection DVD! That's up to $48 in additional FREE products! Click here to check out the promotional flyer for more details.  Contact me today to join my team and start benefiting from these exciting offers. Remember this offer is only available until June 30th. You can also JOIN MY TEAM by heading over to my online website and clicking here.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY:sneak peek

 Here is  another sample card that I made and brought with me for my day of stampin' with the girls that I went to a couple weeks ago. I really liked this layout I saw it on a card some time ago and for the life of me can't remember where and by whom. I did make some minor adjustments to the layout and used new DSP and accessories. I just loving the new comfort cafe DSP and love the color combination of it this designer paper is perfect and very versatile, it can be used for a very famine card or masculine which is great when wanting to create those masculine cards for the men/boys in your life. 


NOTE: Today's the last day to order retiring product from the current catalog. To be sure to pick up those retired items click here to start shopping. 

Supplies:

Paper: Comfort cafe DSP{sneak peek}, Midnight Muse{sneak peek}, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla & Soft Suede

Stamp Sets: Daring Adventure, Best Dad Ever & Layered Labels{sneak peek}

Ink: Cajun Craze, Soft Suede, Midnight Muse{sneak peek}

Accessories: Apothecary Accents Framelits {sneak peek}, Petal Cone Die {banner}, Denim Ribbon

District Floral Sneak Peek: thinking of you

 As promised another version of yesterdays card using another new and upcoming DSP, District Floral. I love all the bright colors that they combined in this designer paper and I think that you'll love it to once you are able to get your hands on it starting Friday June 1st.


There are only a few days left to order off the retired list, it's a bittersweet time as we say goodbye to those sets and accessories that we love and are excited to see all the new additions that we will fall in love with. If you would like to make sure to get your hands on those stamp sets and accessories before they retire stop by website 24/7 by clicking here to pick them up or contact me directly and we will get them ordered. If you would like a catalog and are not established with a Stampin' Up demo already contact me today and I will get you a new 2012-2013 catalog sent to you ASAP. The cost would be $5 and I will ship to you FREE. Email me at lorrainetoll@att.net for your copy.  

Supplies:

Paper: District Floral {sneak peek}, Whisper White CS, Rich Razzleberry CS and Lucky Limeade CS

Stamp Set: Curly Cute

Ink: Rich Razzleberry

Accessories: 1" Square Punch, Lucky Limeade Bakers Twine and Brights Designer Buttons

Comfort Cafe Sneak Peak: thinking of you

 Another sample card I made for my stampin day with the girls. I CASEd a card that I received from a swap that I'm apart of the inspiration came from Susan Creer. Thanks Susan I loved your card. She had made hers using Product from the latest SAB goodies. I have to say I'm love love loving the new Midnight Muse in color. This card clean and simple way to show case different patterns from DSP not to mention a great use of the 1" square punch. Stay tuned for another sneak peak card tomorrow using this same layout with our new Floral District DSP. 

Supplies: 

Paper: Comfort Cafe DSP {sneak peek}, Very Vanilla CS, Midnight Muse CS{sneak peek}, Soft Suede CS

Stamp Set: Curly Cute

Ink: Midnight Muse {sneak peek}

Accessories: 1" square Punch, Early Espresso Bakers Twine & Naturals Designer Buttons {sneak peek}