Stampin' & Scrappin' with Donna

Free Technique DVDs Special Offer

Special Offer Dates: April 1-May 31, 2010 (or while supplies last)

Special Offer Details
From April 1-May 31, join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator and receive two FREE technique DVDs.

Free Technique DVD Details

	Item	Description	Retail Value
	118082	Workshop Wow DVD 2008-2009 (140 min.) Includes 19 demonstrator presentations of "WOW" techniques.	$32.95
	113106	Workshop Wow 2007-2008 DVD (117 min.) Includes 18 demonstrator presentations of "WOW" techniques for use in preparing for workshops.	$20.97
Total Value		Over 250 minutes of stamping and paper crafting ideas!	$53.92

*DVDs are in English only

Contact me  today to learn more!

cheers,

APRIL SPECIALS FROM STAMPIN' UP!

It's time to two-step it into Spring ...

... with a sneak peek from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue! Be the first to add the Awash with Flowers stamp set to your collection.

"Awash with Flowers" is a brand new set from the upcoming 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue (coming July 1st) ... but you can purchase this set NOW, until April 30th OR you can get it for free by hostessing a workshop (real or virtual) totalling $460 CAN! 

Item	Description	Price
117062	Awash with Flowers (wood-mount)	$52.95
120549	Awash with Flowers (clear-mount)	$36.95

Plus, you can purchase the following spring-themed Two-Step Stampin' sets from the current catalogue ... at 20 percent off the retail price--no additional purchase necessary!

Call me to place your order (Local) or place it online through my SHOP NOW service!

Item	Page	Description	Discount Price
113824	94	Greenhouse Garden	$27.96
113734	98	Fifth Avenue Floral	$26.36
111578	101	Flower Fancy	$39.16
113258	112	Trendy Trees	$19.16

FEB 7: A VALENTINE A DAY

Although it's Sunday and I'm not really working - I pre-scheduled this post to appear today so that we can continue our fourteen day series of hand-crafted Valentines. I didn't want to disappoint you all! <grin>

I'm really lovin' Stampin' Up!'s new "Sending Love Notes" in the Occasions Mini catalogue - I have to admit I skipped over them on my first viewing, but once I saw all the kewl things you can do with them, I was hooked! And they come 20 to a package (Hugs for $6.95; Kisses for $5.95) - that REALLY appeals to my frugal side!

I made this little Valentine with the "Hugs" sized note, which fits perfectly into the Rectangle Glassine Envelopes sold on the same page of the mini. See the kewl scalloped edges on the card? They come that way! All I did to accent the scallops was drag each of the four sides across my Chocolate Chip Classic ink pad.

After I wheeled "Very Vintage" across the card with Cameo Coral Classic ink I stamped the Friends image in Chocolate Chip Craft ink and heat embossed it with Iridescent Ice embossing powder, just to add a little bling.

The friends stamp, the bottom border stamp (in Ruby Red ink) and the phrase (in Chocolate Chip and yes, I stamped it both crooked & off-centre, grin) are all from the new Vintage Vogue stamp set. To finish off in true vintage style, I used my Chocolate Chip marker and Stampin' Up!'s Colour Spritz Tool to create that speckled look.

Don't forget to come back tomorrow and every day until the 14th for more Valentine projects!

cheers

I'M ON MY LAST LEG

I'm ALMOST home from Leadership - this is the last leg of my trip. My wonderful hubby met me at the Detroit airport last night and since it was already 9 pm, we decided to stay overnight and have a leisurely drive home (read: check out Target & Hobby Lobby before we cross the border into Canada, but I'm letting the poor man sleep a little longer before I tell him that last part, lol!)

If you follow my Stampin' & Scrappin' Page on Facebook, you'll have noticed that I uploaded some photos last night - so far, just the "people" pics are up there, but I'll be adding more from the events soon. Much as I'd love to share all my photos here, I averaged about 300 shots per day, so ... ahh .... no.

However, here are some more projects from the live demonstrations on the first day - I managed to see all of the demos, even though I spent MOST of my time watching the quilting demo over & over (I couldn't help myself - all those pretty fabrics being cut on the Big Shot & turned into amazing projects - I still get a shiver of excitement just thinking about it now!)

Patty Bennett demoed some amazing creations from the "Love Bots" Valentine Kit and the "Eggcellent Eggs" Easter Kit, both found in the  Occasions Mini catalogue that just started on Jan 5th (got your copy from me yet?)

Anyway, Patty can really think outside the box, especially since her kids are grown and don't really get into Valentine's day or decorating Easter eggs the way they did when they were young - I can surely relate to that!

You won't believe all the different ways she used the contents of these two kits - truly talented, that gal. FYI: if you sign up for February 6th's  "Mom & Me" Valentines class, you'll be getting some hands-on contact with the Love Bots kit. I'll be basing a class or two on the unique projects I saw using the Eggcellent eggs kit too - likely in March.

Thanks for sharing your ideas with us at Leadership, Patty!

cheers,

Donna

cheers

NEW: HEART-SHAPED SWEET TREAT CUPS

Creating Valentines just got a whole lot easier with Stampin' Up!'s new heart-shaped Sweet Treat Cups and coordinating stamp set called "Sweetheart".

I've included a quick Valentine treat idea designed by Stampin' Up! - just scroll down to the bottom of this post for the instructions. And click HERE to see a close up of the stamps included in the "Sweetheart" set.

While these new products do not appear in the new Occassions Mini catalogue, they ARE available for purchase starting January 5th ... and Stampin' Up! expects the first shipment to sell out quickly!

So, if you want them in time for Valentines' Day, better call or email me to place your order pronto!

• Heart Treat Cups (#120435) (pkg of 12)
• Sweetheart stamp set (#120415) (set of 5 stamps)

Coordinating products for the project shown below:

• Sweet Treat Padded Envelopes (#116802) (pkg of 3 - Occasions Mini, page 21))
• Full Heart punch (#113693) (2009-2010 Catalogue, pg 186)
• Scallop Edge punch (#112091) (2009-2010 Catalogue, pg 186)

BE MINE CARD (Stampin' Up!©)

Stamps
Sweetheart stamp set

Paper
Bashful Blue textured card stock
Old Olive textured card stock
Real Red textured card stock
Whisper White card stock

Ink
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

Accessories
Heart Treat Cup
Crushed Curry polka dot ribbon
Full Heart punch
Scallop Edge punch

Instructions

1. Adhere strip of Bashful Blue textured card stock to center of card.
2. Adhere to Crushed Curry polka dot ribbon to card.
3. Stamp Be Mine in Old olive ink on square of Whisper White card stock.
4. Punch out center of heart image with Full Heart punch. Insert Heart Treat Cup and fill.
5. Peel off adhesive cover and adhere Heart Treat Cup to a second square of Whisper White card stock to seal the cup.
6. Punch scallops from Real Red textured card stock with Scallop Edge punch. Adhere scallops to back of Whisper White square.
7. Adhere Whisper White square to card.

cheers,

MORE NEW PRODUCT PHOTOS

Ok, the internet's still crawling this  morning and my roomies want their breakfast, but I'm gonna give this one more try to upload more kewl closeups of some of the new stuff in the Occasions Mini ... fingers crossed that it works this time!

 

 

more photos tonight!

cheers,

Donna 

NEW PRODUCT DISPLAYS

Day two at Stampin' Up!'s Leadership Conference ... I love the displays they put together of all the new products in the Occasions Mini catalogue - now, try to picture 1000 women with their faces up to the window, like kids in a candy store, oohing and ahhing over everything! Our wish lists are growing by leaps and bounds - it's always better to see things in person, but for now, here's some display photos:

 

OK, for some reason the system won't let me load any more than these three pictures right now - I'll have to post the rest tomorrow!

cheers

Donna

RETIRING STAMPS - SAMPLES TO SHARE

As I posted last week, Stampin' Up! has decided to retire some of the stamps on the current DORMANT LIST - effective Jan 4th.

Here are a few of the sets that will be retired (read: gone forever) with links to card samples using each set (courtesy of SplitCoastStampers.com)

Remember, if you see a MUST-HAVE set from the retiring list, place your order with me no later than Jan 4th!

CENTRAL PARK (#113732) 

CLASSIC SKETCHES (#113206)

FONT OF YOU (#113405)

FOR THE BRIDE (#113216)

LEXICON OF LEAVES (#113710)

I'll be posting more of the retiring stamps with links to card samples at a future date. To see a complete list of the retiring sets, CLICK HERE.

cheers,

CHRISTMAS DECOR ELEMENTS BUNDLE

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PREV | NEXT Christmas Decor Elements Bundle #3 Catalog Price : $100.85 Decorating for the holidays is easy with the Christmas Décor Bundle, containing an Old Olive and Real Red Holly Berry Wreath, and Real Red and Chocolate Vintage Ornaments--all 40% off!

Regular Catalogue Price: $100.85

Holiday Extravaganza Price: $60.51

Decorating for the holidays is easy with the Christmas Décor Bundle, containing a Holly Berry Wreath, and Real Red and Chocolate Vintage Ornaments--all 40% off! Three bundles to choose from - all come with CHOCOLATE CHIP & REAL RED ORNAMENTS, but each bundle has a different colour combo for the wreath, to suit your personal decor! Bundle #1: KRAFT & REAL RED WREATH: 120927 Bundle #2: CHOCOLATE CHIP & REAL RED WREATH: item #120298 Bundle #3: OLD OLIVE & REAL RED WREATH: item #120299 These would look very festive on a mirror, window, wall or door. Or how about a glass vase, picture frame, or on the cover of a Christmas scrapbook? Remember, these bundles are only available until Nov. 30, while supplies last. You can order through me via phone, email, or using my online SHOP NOW link above.

NEW: ULTIMATE STAMPERS STARTER KIT

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PREV | NEXT Ultimate Stampers Starter Kit Catalog Price : $170.95 Want to stamp but don't know where to start? We've got your Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle right here! Containing Best Wishes & More, Eight Great Greetings, and On a Pedestal stamp sets, plus Earth Elements Stampin’ Spots, Earth Elements assorted card

Ultimate Stampers Starter Kit, Item # 120289

Regular Catalogue Price: $170.95

Extravaganza Sale Price: $102.50

Want to stamp but don't know where to start? We've got your Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle right here! Containing Best Wishes & More, Eight Great Greetings, and On a Pedestal stamp sets, plus Earth Elements Stampin’ Spots & Earth Elements assorted card stock. Available only until November 30th, while quantities last ... order online through my SHOP NOW link (above) or you can phone or email me with your order.

FINAL DEALS OF THE WEEK: OCT 26 - 31

Ahoy there!

Are you planning a party for the little pirates or princesses in your castle?

Here's a real time saver to help make it a festive occasion:

This is the final week of Stampin' Up!'s Deals of the Week promotion; contact me or use my online shopping service to order your deals ... but do it before Oct 31!

PIRATE PARTY KIT (item # 116213, pg 175) regularly $21.95; this week: $13.99!

PRINCESS PARTY KIT (item #116214, pg 174) regularly $21.95; this week: $13.99

cheers,

Donna

"DEAL OF THE WEEK" RETURNS!

You loved Stampin' Up!'s Deals of the Week in July ... well, THEY'RE BAAACCCKKKK!!!!

This week (October 1- 12) you can purchase the TRIO FLOWER PUNCH (item #109183) OR the 5 PETAL FLOWER PUNCH (item #109041) for only $15.99 - that's a savings of $6.51 off the regular catalogue price of $22.50), OR the MY WAY PUNCH (item #110709) for only $16.99 (saving you $5.51 off the catalogue price) - these would make great stocking stuffers for the crafty people on your list!!

You can see all three of these punches on pages 186-187 of the 2009-2010 Catalogue, or in my online store.

The Frugal Stamper wants to remind you that "Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest, dimension, and color to your cards, tags, and scrapbook pages. You can glue punched shapes directly onto your projects or layer a sheet of card stock that has been punched over a coordinating card stock for a reverse effect. The Trio Flower punch will give you three identical flowers with each punch!"

■ Add interest to scrapbook pages and cards
■ Has an easy-to-use thumb lever

cheers,

"MY DIGITAL STUDIO" IS NOW AVAILABLE!

You've seen it in the Holiday Mini Catalogue, and you've heard all the online chatter about it, and finally, starting today, October 1, My Digital Studio software and MDS Uploads are available to purchase - WAHOO!!!

(MDS Uploads are for those of you who already have a digital designing software program such as PhotoShop, etc & just want Stampin' Up!'s exclusive stamp images, Designer Series paper, and embellishments in a digital format)

To launch this awesome new product line, Stampin' Up! has two great ways for you to get your own copy and save big $$$ in the process:

• Sweet Rewards Hostess promotion: As you know, our Sweet Rewards Hostess promotion is well under way. Hostesses who hold a $330 workshop can choose any item from the Holiday Mini for just $14. Now, with the release of My Digital Studio, we've sweetened the deal! Hostesses can also get 50% OFF My Digital Studio when they host a $525 workshop--that's over $50 in savings!

• Digital+ Starter Kit: Introducing a new Starter Kit option that includes My Digital Studio! The "Digital+" Starter Kit includes the My Digital Studio software program with Stampin' Up!'s exclusive artwork in a digital format, as well as two rubber stamp sets and many of Stampin' Up!'s traditional embellishments. This Starter Kit is a new option to help you start your own Stampin' Up! business, and is not an add-on to the standard Starter Kit. 

Digital+ Starter Kit Price: $239 (over $385 value!)

Digital+ Starter Kit Contents:

• My Digital Studio software
• Party Hearty and Petal Pizzazz stamp sets
• Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• Earth Elements assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, and Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin' Pads
• Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, and Real Red Stampin' Write markers
• Chocolate Chip 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• Real Red 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon
• Button Latte Designer buttons
• Stampin' Dimensionals
• Mini Glue Dots
• SNAIL Adhesive
• Business supplies (product catalogues, order forms, training DVD, and other supplies)

MY DIGITAL STUDIO software, and MDS uploads  ...  I am so excited to introduce this awesome new product line to you; and I'm sure you are going to love it as much as I do! Plan to attend a free demonstration at my Stampin' Studio later this month ... stay tuned for details!

cheers

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: GROWTH CHART

This just in from Stampin' Up!: "Demonstrators and customers alike love the Décor Elements Growth Chart special offer so much, it is now the top selling Décor Elements item for the month of August! Lucky for you, this offer is still available until September 30, during the Just for Kids campaign."

Stampin' Up! has received a lot of great photos and tips from demonstrators who have been selling and using this new, limited-time Décor Elements item; let me share a few of them with you...

Ideas for Marking Heights

Alana, a demonstrator from Alberta, uses the Décor Elements sheets (page 158 of the Idea Book & Catalog), the My Way punch (item #110709), and the White Gel pen (item # 105021)to create height markers for her Growth Chart.

Julienne, a demonstrator from Illinois, put her Growth Chart up in her playroom, and uses the cute birds made with the Birds & Blooms Sizzlit die (item #113485) to track her kids' growth. "Since my growth markers are movable," she says, "I plan to take photos of the children at various milestones and then record the date and measurement in a 'Watch me Grow' mini book."

And here's my personal favourite ... all you teachers out there, take note:

Dale, a demonstrator and second-grade teacher from Louisiana reports, "Everyone at my school decorates their classroom doors, so I decided to use the growth chart on mine. This was the first Décor Element I had put up . . . and I'm hooked!"

Here's how Dale plans to use the growth chart at her school:

"On the first day of school, I always take a picture of each student . . . so I will take it in front of the grow chart. At the end of the year, I'll take a second picture and send both of them home with our last writing project which will be a book about how they have grown to be better students during the year. I also plan to use the growth chart during Math and let the students compare the length and height of various objects. I'm going to invite other classes to send their tallest and shortest students to be measured on our door, and we'll compare the differences to the tallest and shortest in our room."

"Since my main focus is getting my students to be better readers, I also plan to use the chart to graph the number of books they have read at home . . . so I will be putting other numbers where the metric ones were and adding student names and small punched shapes to the door to show how many books they read."

"Last but not least, my new door decoration has already had lots of comments and questions about where I got it. It's a great conversation starter!"

Remember, the Décor Elements Growth Chart is only available through September 30, so order yours today!

cheers,

GET A HEAD START ON THE HOLIDAYS

Did you know ... when we reach August 31, there will be

only 41 days 'til this:     & only 61 days 'til this:    & only 115 days 'til this:

                                   

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Do Not Panic! I Can Help!
Just come to my
HOLIDAY MINI OPEN HOUSE

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 21st
from 6-9 pm

• See the Newest Stampin' Up! Products from the Holiday Mini Catalogue!
• Enjoy Making a Card with some of the New Products!
•  Sample Projects on Display!
• Door Prizes!
• Extra tickets when you bring your friends!
• All September Specials will apply at this event
• PLUS Free Shipping on all orders over $50!

PLEASE RSVP:
519-823-8891 or [email protected]

MANY MARVELOUS MARKERS

Have you always coveted Stampin' Up!'s case of 48 markers, but just couldn't come up with that kind of money all at once?

Well, here's your chance to get all the markers and the case and free hostess benefits and four free classes - as a member of my Marker Club!

The club is based on four members and runs for four months.

What do you get as a member?

• Each month you will receive all twelve markers in one of the four colour families (Rich Regals, Earth Elements, Soft Subtles and Bold Brights) - so that by the end of the four months you will have received all four sets of 12, for a total of 48 markers.
• Each month one of the four members will be the hostess and will receive a free level one Hostess set & the Marker Carrying Case, and can choose $20 of free merchandise from any of the current catalogues. 
• Each month the club will meet for a free class to learn kewl new ways to use Stampin' Up!'s Many Marvelous Markers on cards, scrapbook pages and more.

Your commitment: $55.00 per month for four months (this includes shipping and tax) for a total of $220

I already have three participants to start in September ... we need just one more person, so call or email me today to get your name on the list!

cheers

Have you always coveted Stampin' Up!'s case of 48 markers, but just couldn't come up with that kind of money all at once?

Well, here's your chance to get all the markers and the case and free hostess benefits and four free classes - as a member of my Marker Club!

The club is based on four members and runs for four months.

What do you get as a member?

• Each month you will receive all twelve markers in one of the four colour families (Rich Regals, Earth Elements, Soft Subtles and Bold Brights) - so that by the end of the four months you will have received all four sets of 12, for a total of 48 markers.
• Each month one of the four members will be the hostess and will receive a free level one Hostess set & the Marker Carrying Case, and can choose $20 of free merchandise from any of the current catalogues. 
• Each month the club will meet for a free class to learn kewl new ways to use Stampin' Up!'s Many Marvelous Markers on cards, scrapbook pages and more.

Your commitment: $55.00 per month for four months (this includes shipping and tax) for a total of $220

I already have three participants to start in September ... we need just one more person, so call or email me today to get your name on the list!

cheers

THERE BE BEARS IN THIS HOUSE!

 My favourite brown truck delivered this pile of goodies yesterday & last night I played with all my new stuff from Stampin' Up!'s soon to be released Holiday Mini Catalogue ... did I mention that I just LOVE my job?

The first things to be unwrapped & put to the test were the new Build-A-Bear Sizzix die cuts ... they are irresistable! Here are some of the projects I've started ... none are finished yet, lol, 'cause I keep going back to my Big Shot to try new ideas ...

*** click on photos for a closer look ***

Next I think I'll make some teddy bears in pjs!

Cheers, Donna

THIS ONE'S FOR THE PAPER JUNKIES

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT:
"THE WRITE STUFF" Designer Series Paper by Stampin' Up!
# 115674   Page 163   $15.95

I know, I know ... August's Paper Junkies class was supposed to feature Stampin' Up!'s "Thoroughly Modern" Designer Series Papers, but the paper didn't arrive in time, so luckily I was able to create the same project using leftovers of last month's featured DSP - "The Write Stuff"

*** click on photos for a closer look ***

Join me at 7:30 pm on Monday Aug 17 or Thurs Aug 20 to make this shabby chic box of hand-stamped cards & envelopes!  This box of cards would make a great little gift OR you can use the cards yourself and keep the felt-bottomed box on your desk or dresser to hold little do-dads.

Recognize the box? It's a modified version of the one pictured on the front cover of the 2009-2010 Catalogue! Along with "The Write Stuff" DSP, you'll also get to play with chipboard letters from "On Board Lots of Letters", half pearls from the "Pretties Kit", Twill Tape, several Stampin' Up! punches and the very popular "Medallion" background stamp ... all for only $25! My Stampers Club members may choose this as their August class for just $5. Not in my club yet? Join before Aug 15th & you can take this classs for $5 too!

NOTE: I limit my classes to six participants to finish on time and keep it fun for everyone, so call or email now to reserve your spot for either Aug 17 or Aug 20.

cheers,

AUG: JUST FOR KIDS (AND THE KID IN YOU)

From August 1st - 31st, Stampin' Up! has two great offers for the kid in all of us ...



• FREE DESIGNER BUTTONS: Spend $45 on stamp sets from the Growing Up section of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue (Pages 74-90) and receive a FREE package of Designer buttons, a $10.95 value! (Choose from: Playground Designer buttons, Sherbet Designer buttons, Button Latte Designer buttons)


• GROWTH CHART SPECIAL OFFER: Purchase the brand-new Décor Elements Growth Chart, only available August 1-September 30, and as an added bonus, receive a free applicator tool with your purchase (a $2.25 value).

To see photos & details, click here: AUGUST PROMOTION FLYER

POLKA DOT RIBBONS

Everyone's clamouring to get their hands on Stampin' Up!'s new In-Colour card stock & ink pads ...
but have you seen the In-Colour Polka Dot ribbons? They are truly fab-u-lous!

1/2 inch grosgrain (pronounced grow-grain) is just the right width to make your card or layout "POP" with a splash of sass ..and because they're dotted on one side & plain on the other they are the most versatile splash of sass around!

See for yourself on page 182 of the catalogue - this ribbon is available in all six of the new In-Colours at just $14.95 per 15 yard roll.

... wait a minute, did you say fifteen bucks for each colour? And fifteen YARDS of each colour? That's WAAAY over my budget; and what would I do with so much ribbon anyway?

The Frugal Stamper hears you ... so this is what we can do: we'll start a Ribbon Share!

For only $35 you will receive just FIVE yards of all six In-Colours - that's a total of 30 yards - a much more manageable quantity and price! Don't you agree?

You have until Friday July 31st at 6 pm to sign up for this share. I will submit the orders that evening & within 10 days you'll be adding bling to everything!

Payment can be made by cash, cheque or you can use your credit card through the PayPal link below.

PS: Last month I ran a similar Ribbon Share with my Stampers' Club members, but at an even LOWER price. If you TRULY love a bargain, consider joining my club - there are lots of incentives and ways to save money on your favourite hobby! Read all about Stampers' Club here.

cheers, 

ANNOUNCING: DEAL OF THE WEEK!

NEWS: Every week during the month of July, Stampin' Up! will offer one current product at a discount as a "Deal of the Week."

Weekly Deal Announcements will be made on Monday mornings at NOON (Ontario time), so tune in here each Monday to see which product is on sale!

There are no limits and there's no minimum purchase required to cash in on these deals, but you must place your order with me between the Monday and the following Sunday night to get the discount price.

Today we start with WEEK ONE'S Deal of the Week, which is available at the discount price starting at 2 pm today until Sunday July 5th:

(drum roll, please)...

Period	Item #	Page #	Description	Regular Price	Special Price
July 1-5, 2009	112091	187	Scallop Edge punch	$22.95	$15.99

NEW: STAMPIN' UP! CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE!

How kewl is this!!!!
Stampin' Up! has launched their own channel on YouTube ... so far there are eight different videos, each showcasing some of Stampin' Up!'s various product lines including:

• BIG SHOT DIE CUTTING MACHINE
• DECOR ELEMENTS - HOME DECOR
• STENCILS - HOME DECOR
• SCRAPBOOKING, &
• RUBBER STAMPING (naturally!)

There are eight videos so far, with more to be added on a regular basis - WAHOO!!! You may have seen some of these first eight videos on www.stampinup.com or on  my business website's project gallery, but NOW they are soooo much easier to view ...

Just click on the STAMPIN UP! VIDEO link in the right column of this page & it will take you directly to Stampin' Up!'s YouTube channel

... OR ...

Click on the CREATIVE RESOURCES link in the right column of this page & you can watch all the videos right here on my blog

... OR ...

If you are a regular YouTube viewer, you can suscribe to Stampin' Up!s channel by going here: http://www.youtube.com/user/stampinupvideo

So go grab a cuppa your favourite brew, sit back & ENJOY!!

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: CLEARLY THANKS WINDOW SHEETS

Stampin' Up!'s new Occasions Mini catalogue is full of exciting new products, but hands down this is the one that caught the eye of the Frugal Stamper ...

Window Sheets (think: overhead transparencies) are a fantastic accessory that will add a whole new shine, dimension, and style to your projects!

These clear, plastic sheets are available in two thicknesses (medium & heavy weight) and can be cut, punched (use the medium weight only in your punches), or die-cut into fabulous shapes using the Sizzix Big Shot!

And if you've ever priced a package of acetate overheads at your local office supply store, you'll KNOW that Stampin' Up!'s Window Sheets are the better deal for the Frugal Stamper!

Use them for unique card fronts, clear scrapbook pages, overlays, boxes, tags, and more!Add on a Rub-On or a stamped image in StazOn ink for an especially compelling look.

The mini catalogue also offers pre-printed "Clearly Thanks" Window Sheets (item #115122, $8.25) with fantastic polka dots and silhouettes for adding beauty and interest to projects. (It's like getting a transparency/rub on combo without having to buy the rub ons - Wahoo!!)

Drop by my studio to see samples of all three types of Window Sheets, or place your order now using my online shopping cart! Be frugal: order $50 of products and take advantage of April's "Getting Connected" promotion to earn free stuff!

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: POP- UP DIES

Sizzix has released some brand new dies for their Big Shot die cutter .. and they all create the most amazing pop-up cards! Stampin' Up! is now carrying two of these dies - the "3 Tier Cake" die and the "Ball" die. (I've known about them since Leadership last January, but couldn't tell you all until they were actually available - talk about torture!)

I love them both - the cake comes with two types of toppers - candles and a tiny bride & groom, making it very versatile. The ball is a little trickier to make (it involves adding elastic bands inside) but I can see a lot of uses for that one - how about photos of the grandkids on each flat surface? (sorry for the poor picture quality - I wasn't one of the demonstrators who rushed in for a front & centre seat, so the screen is kinda far away)

Although they do not appear in the current Spring & Summer Catalogue, these two dies CAN be ordered starting April 1st, before any of the scrapbook stores get them in stock .. you can be the first to make some truly original cards for your family & friends!

3D BALL DIE: #116759, $47.95
3 TIERED CAKE DIE: #116760, $47.95

TODAY'S TIP FROM THE FRUGAL STAMPER: Why not invest in a Big Shot with a group of friends? By dividing the cost of the machine and taking turns to purchase dies you won't have to lay out a lot of money all on your own, and you'll have a great excuse to get together once a month to share your dies and create wonderful projects together! For more information, give me a call or email.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: SAB DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

Have you checked out the package of "Delicate Dots" Designer Series Paper (DSP) in Stampin' Up!'s Sale-a-Bration Brochure? What an AMAZING deal this is!

(Sure Donna, the Sale-a-Bration products are all FREE - you can't get a better deal than FREE - duhh)

Hang on though ... take a closer look at this paper: there are SIXTEEN sheets of 12"x12" paper and EIGHT different designs. In other words, you get FOUR pairs of patterns and FOUR FULL SHEETS of each pair! The Frugal Stamper could make at least two different albums OR a ton of cards and not have to worry about running out of a particular pattern!

You see, Stampin' Up!'s regular packages of Designer Series Papers in the Spring & Summer Catalogue have TWELVE sheets and TWELVE different designs. That's more variety, to be sure - but I'd want to be really confident before I cut into a piece, knowing that I only have two sheets of each pattern to work with. Mess it up and you've got to buy another full package to finish your project - that can get expensive.

Just something to think about if you are planning to make an entire scrapbook or a lot of similar cards for a special event - you may want to take advantage of the Sale-a-Bration Promotion while it's still available. Oh, and the "Delicate Dots" DSP co-ordinates with the "Polka Dot Punches" stamp set and the Ribbon Bundle .. both of which are also available in the Sale-A-Bration brochure.

FYI: ALL of Stampin' Up!'s Designer Series Papers are acid-free, lignin-free, and are printed on both sides ... which gives you twice as many options when planning your projects. And each collection of DSP is carefully colour co-ordinated so you can put your project together quickly, mixing & matching with ease.

After all, none of us have tons of time these days to devote to our hobbies, so when Stampin' Up! can take some of the work out of the planning process, letting me make a card or layout in half the time, that's something the FRUGAL STAMPER wants to STAND UP AND APPLAUD!