Do I still know how to work this blog?!

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Well, I'm back--sort of!  But, I won't make any promises!  Kellan is 9 1/2 months now, so I have a little more time than before to work on this blog.   I still do my monthly stampin' clubs.  I also plan to start back with some classes this fall.   My current Scrappin' Club will end in July.  I have a great bunch of ladies who sure make stampin' fun!  A new Scrap/Card Club will begin in September.  There may be spots available, so let me know if you're interested.

   What is Club?  To be a member of one of my clubs requires that you make a purchase of at least $25 before shipping and tax each month for the duration of the club.  One month, you will be our Hostess and earn the free merchandise from the club orders.  But, the best part is that you don't have to have the party at your house!  Each month we meet in my Miamisburg home and make a 12x12 layout.  We also swap cards or pages.  We made the layout above during the February Club.  The one below was made in April.

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Slacker Blogger Message

     Hello readers!  It has been so long since I've posted.  For those of you who keep checking back, I apologize.  I really always planned to start posting again, but kept putting it off.  I am still a Stampin' Up! demonstrator and plan to keep doing that.

     I found out in December that we are expecting our 2nd child in August.  So, I have really toned down what I am doing as far as classes and workshops.  My current clubs end in June and I will not start any new clubs until January of 2012.  However, when those clubs start, there will be spots open to those of you who wish to join.

     I will be doing a class or two each month beginning in July. I will keep you all updated on those events once they are planned.  I will be having some hosting incentives for those who plan a "book" party in July and August.  Stay tuned for more information!

     I am also working on having my used stamp sale in the next few months as well as a Kids Cards Stamp-a-Stack  (cards for kids' birthdays, etc.).

For those of you who do not know, I am hosting a Stampin' Weekend March 18-20 in Houston.  Registration was due March 5, but I can extend it until March 10.  To allow the late registration, I will be omitting the $50 order which brings the price down to $120 for all weekend.  The weekend will include your meals, 2 make and takes, door prizes, and lots of fun!  Contact me ASAP if you wish to register.  Click here to view the registration sheet.

   

Product Shares, New Class, & Clubs!

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CLASSES:

Lunch Box Notes
Date:  Monday, August 9 at 7:00
Cost:  $10
Details: We will be making 5 special "notes" to put in your child's lunch box or folder for school and swapping notes so that we have a pretty good selection to give our kids the few weeks of school. The picture shows two of the five we will be making.

The notes you will be making here will be a little more than just a note card. I will teach you how to use the Sweet Center Cups, make a pencil worm, Smarties holder, and more.

SWAPPING:  This is an optional part of this class.You will make a special lunch box note for everyone who participates. I truly don't expect more than 10 people to sign up for this swap. Lunch box notes are small little cards or postcards that will fit in a lunch box or folder. The cards don't have to be a full card---they can be any size and be like a post card, if you wish. You can use up a lot of your larger scraps without having to order anything additional.

RSVP for the Swap by (7/30) (sorry for the late notice!)I will email everyone with the total on Friday


PRODUCT SHARES
***RSVP and payment for product shares is due on August 10

Designer Buttons $21
Receive a total of 144 buttons---2 each of 3 designs in 24 colors.

Flower Brads
Half share includes a total of 48 flower brads—2 each of 24 colors $11
Whole share includes a total of 96 flower brads—4 each of 24 colors $21

Vintage Assortment  $11
Brads (10 total—2 each of 5 designs)
Vintage Trinkets (24 total—4 each of 3 colors in 2 designs)


Marker Clubs
$44/month for 4 months

Want all the markers in the case, but can’t shell out all the cash right now? Then join my Marker & Cardstock Club. Each month for 4 months, you will receive a color family of colors and an assorted pack of 12x12 smooth cardstock. One month, you will be the Hostess and earn at least $15 in merchandise and a level 1 hostess set PLUS the case for your markers. I will need 4 people to fill this club.payment will be due on the 15 of each month beginning in August.

Don’t want the cardstock, you can substitute another product each month as long as it’s price is $9.95! Join the Marker & Accessory Club! 
Ideas:  Designer Paper, Jumbo Eyelets,Fleurettes, 1 ¼” grosgrain ribbon


New Scrappin' Clubs
My new round of clubs begins in September. I have 3 spots available in my club that meets on the 2nd Monday of the month. I have 1 or two spots available in my club that meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. The Club commitment is $25 order (before shipping and tax) each month for the duration of the club--6-8 months depending on the number of ladies in the club. One month you will get to be "hostess" and receive at least $15 in free merchandise and a level 1 hostess sets. The best part of club is swapping--we swap layouts every other month. RSVP for club by the end of August.

Contact me to sign up for any of these classes, clubs, or product shares asap!

Hi Debbi!

This post is for Debbi, who so gently reminded me that it has been almost 3 months since I've posted.  I think she might be the only one who has noticed :) !  Anyway, for Debbi and anyone else who happens to read this blog, I offer my apologies.  I don't have any good excuses other than just not being in a stamping mood and being on vacation or the pool this summer.

That said, I will let you all know that I am making a comeback!  I have some things to share with you and some classes in the works.  The new catalog came out at the beginning of the month (let me know if you need one!) and it has SO MANY great new things that you will love just as much as I do.  Stay tuned!

Mini Items Still Available

Stampin' Up! is still offering some items from the Occasions mini. Here's a list so you can see what is available to order:

Item #	Description	Price
116519	Charming STMP	$19.95
117690	Vintage Vogue WM	$23.95
118598	Vintage Vogue CM	$17.95
118882	Vague vintage WM	$23.95
119109	Vague vintage CM	$17.95
118091	Tiny Tags WM	$22.95
118592	Tiny Tags CM	$16.95
117535	DE F IS FOR FOX CHOCOLATE	$4.95
117536	DE G IS FOR GIRAFFE CHOCOLATE	$4.95
117529	DE IS FOR BLACK	$4.95
117541	DE L IS FOR LION CHOCOLATE	$4.95
117542	DE M IS FOR MONKEY CHOCOLATE	$4.95
117544	DE O IS FOR OWL CHOCOLATE	$4.95
117528	DE SCALLOP FRAME BLACK	$6.95
117549	DE T IS FOR TURTLE CHOCOLATE	$4.95
117552	DE W IS FOR WHALE CHOCOLATE	$4.95
118139	DS FOLK FLOWERS -SHELLI SIGNATURE COLLECTION	$12.95
117597	DS PAISLEY PATTERNS 2-STEP	$14.95
118072	PNCH CRNR PINKING HEARTS	$9.95
118870	PNCH CRNR SCALLOP TRIM	$9.95
117191	PNCH LG 2 STEP BIRD	$15.95
118073	PNCH LG FANCY FLOWER	$15.95
117649	PNCH MD BRDR PINKING HEARTS	$15.95
117190	PNCH MD JEWELRY TAG	$10.95
117193	PNCH SM SMALL HEART	$5.95
117310	SZX BIGZ L MINI MILK CARTON	$32.95
118138	SZX EMBSLTS BEAUTIFUL WINGS	$11.95
117332	SZX EMBSLTS SCALLOPED HEART OF HEARTS	$11.95
117335	SZX TI PERFECT POLKA DOTS	$7.95
116772	RECIPES BY DESIGN	$24.95
120435	HEART TREAT CUPS	$2.95

And, these products from the Holiday Mini are also available! I've been using the Shimmer Paint a lot lately to make a super fun shimmer spray.

Item #	Description	Price
116806	SHIMMER PAINT CHAMPAGNE MIST	$5.95
116854	SHIMMER PAINT FROST WHITE	$5.95
116807	SHIMMER PAINT PLATINUM	$5.95
116519	CHARMING STAMP SET	$19.95
116829	DA DÉCOR BLOCKS	$9.95
116824	TEXTURED IMPRESSIONS PETALS-A-PLENTY	$7.95
116819	BIGZ XL TABLE SETTING	$42.95
116820	EMBOSSLIT MERRY	$11.95
116823	SIZZLIT MERRY DETAILS	$5.50
116822	BIGZ XL POPUP O CHRISTMAS TREE	$42.95
118140	SIZZLIT TREE DECORATIONS	$5.50
116794	ORNAMENT PUNCH	$15.95

Change is Coming!

I've been meaning to post this information for a while now, but as you can tell I have been a big slacker in the blogging department.

I wanted to give you a heads up about a new change coming to Stampin' Up with the new catalog that begins in July. Stampin' Up! has decided to totally revamp our color line. This means that quite a few colors will be retiring.

What does this mean to you? Well, nothing unless you want to stock up on some colors that you really like. You are still able to use all of the colors on your swaps even after they retire. I just wanted to give you a heads up so you could have 3 months worth of club to spread out any retiring color purchases you want.

But, on the plus side, you will LOVE the new color lines, especially the brand new colors that will part of our Core Color line. They are gorgeous! We will go to 4 Color Collections that have 10 colors each and these will be known as the Core Colors. Here is a list of the new colors that will be part of the new Core Colors: Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, Marina Mist.

PLUS, they have brought back some old retired In Colors and keeping some of the current ones: Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, Pacific Point, Tangerine Tango, River Rock, Soft Suede, Riding Hood Red, Pink Pirouette (hooray!), Baja Breeze, and Wild Wasabi (double hooray!)

We will still have new In Colors in July--there will be 5 of them and they will last for 2 years! So, yes, I have plenty of favorites that will be retiring, but I think the new colors lines look much more fresh and updated. I'm sure you'll be pleased with the offerings.

Ink will be available in all 40 core colors. However, based on sales history, Craft Stampin’ Pads will only be available in Basic Black, Very Vanilla, and Whisper White. Craft Stampin’ Spots (available in collections) and Craft Stampin’ Ink refills (available individually) will still be available in all of the core colors to use for embossing, coloring chipboard, and scrapbooking. Also, a blank Craft pad will be available in an upcoming mini catalog, so those who regularly use Craft pads can create their own by purchasing the blank pads and Craft ink refills.

Here are the retiring colors:
Okay, take a deep breath! It will all be okay. I know some of you have been working for years on getting the whole collection. Just keep in mind that with fewer colors, there will be more room for additional stamp sets and fantastic accessories!


And, here are the new Color Collections
Remember, you have until June 30 to order any of the retiring colors. I will keep you updated on the status of product--meaning, I'm not sure if SU will have enough inventory to fulfill everyone's retiring color orders or if it will be a "get them while they're available" thing. I suggest not waiting until the last minute to place your order!

I'm back!!!

Hi Everyone! Wow, it has been a looooooong time since I've posted last. I'm sorry! I had every intention of getting back on track for Sale-a-Bration, but just couldn't quite do it. You know how it is when you get out of the habit of doing something?!

But, I wanted to let you know that I am working on a few classes for April. I plan on doing a Simply Scrappin' Class that I ended up not doing from a while back and a class for the fun Build-a-Bear projects I made last month. So, don't give up on me quite yet!

While I'm here, I would like to remind you all that Sale-a-Bration ends on the 31st of this month. Only 8 more days to earn FREE STAMP SETS! Click here for my post about Sale-a-Bration.

I also would like to welcome my new downline, Sheila to my team.

WELCOME, SHEILA!

Sheila took advantage of the special on the starter kit (Regularly $199, until March 31---only $169) PLUS earned a FREE ANY SET for signing up during Sale-a-Bration. That's a great deal!

Did you know that the starter kit contains over $300 in product?
Did you know that you could earn at least 20% off your own purchases from SU?
Did you know that the sales requirement is only $300 every 3 months? Most of you spend that anyway!

If you have any interest in becoming a demonstrator, you can give me a call or send an email and I will happily answer any questions you have!

Free Photos

With many of you getting ready for my Super Stampin' Weekend, I know you are going to need to print out some pictures.

I wanted to share a good deal for getting some free prints. Today is the last day to use the PRINTSNEW code to get 100 free prints at www.snapfish.com. You have to make a purchase, but that could be one 9 cent photo. You will pay for shipping. I got 141 prints for $8.40. You can see my order below. I was a new customer, so I got 50 free, then used the 100 free code. I saw an ad that said you got a $10 credit as a new customer, but I didn't get that when I signed up Kent. He only got 20 free prints. Just see what happens.

Quantity	Item	Total
1	4x6 print(s)	$0.09
140	4x5.3 trueDigital print(s)	$12.60
141	matte finish	$0.00
50	Free 4x6 print(s)	-$4.50
cost of prints:		$8.19
PRINTSNEW:		-$8.19
Subtotal:		$0.00
Shipping & Handling:standard:		$7.85
OH Tax:		$0.55
Prints Order Total:		$8.40

Just wanted to share! Get your free pictures!

From now until February 28, 2010, $2 from every I {Heart} Hearts stamp set you sell will be donated to the American Red Cross' Haiti Relif and Development Fund. The Red Cross is already well-established in Haiti, and this money will be used to provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need.

Product Name	Item #	Price
I {Heart} Hearts - clear-mount (block D recommended)	118571	$18.95
I {Heart} Hearts - wood-mount	117010	$26.95

I just ordered this set, so I plan on making some samples to show you once it arrives next week.

Super Stampin' Weekend 2010

It's time to start planning for the Super Stampin' Weekend 2010! Here's the information:

Need a weekend away to catch up on your scrapbooking?! Join me for my 4th annual Super Stampin' Weekend at King's Domain Lodge in Lebanon, Ohio. Uninterrupted time to scrap, use of tools, stamps, etc., games, prizes, chocolate, and LOTS OF FUN! Don't miss out!

Dates: March 12 - 14

Time: 5:00 Friday until 2:00 Sunday

Cost: All Weekend $190 One Night--$160 Saturday Only $115

LAST DAY FOR REGISTRATION IS FEBRUARY 10!

Your weekend includes:
• bedding
• 6 meals (Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch, & dinner, Sunday breakfast & lunch)
• door prizes
• two make and takes (Saturday mid-morning—this year we will be doing 2)
• $50 order included in the price!
• use of stamps, inks, punches, Big Shot, and other tools
• lots of fun!

Your Registration Fee includes a $50 order. If you choose to go over the $50, you will just pay the difference. Also, because the order will be placed during Sale-a-Bration, you will get to choose one of the fabulous SAB rewards for free! I will bring your order with me to the Lodge, or you can pick it up earlier from my house.

Click here to download the registration form!

Retiring Dormant Lists Stamps Sets

The following stamp sets will be discontinued on January 4, 2010. These are sets that are on the Dormant List and not found in the current catalog.

Item Number	Stamp Set
113407	Back Woods
114492	Beautiful Baby
114486	Birthday Wish
113200	Branch Out
114496	Celebrations
113732	Central Park
113206	Classic Sketches
113226	Classy & Fabulous
114498	Flowers in Silhouette
113405	Font of You
113216	For the Bride
114494	Forever
109425	Friend by Definition
114488	Fun Flowers
113716	Garden Greetings
114490	Glad Friends
111580	Grand Soiree
113242	Hit the Road
113710	Lexicon of Leaves
113236	Man's Best Friend
114423	Ocean Commotion
113728	Playful Petals
109276	Polka Dot
111544	Putt Putt
113240	Quilt Quips
113754	Really Retro
113403	Sip by Sip
113726	Sweet Stems
113250	That's Funny
113688	Wonderful Watercolors
114028	Para la novia
114032	Acuarelas Maravillosas

Don't miss out! Be sure to place your order before these sets are gone for good!

Super Stampin' Weekend 2010

I have some TENTATIVE information about my annual Super Stampin' Weekend. This information is probably pretty accurate, but I will be confirming all of it by Monday. I just wanted to let you all know the dates!

Dates: March 12 - 14

Cost: All Weekend $190
One Night Stay $160
Saturday only (not staying) $115

Your stay includes meals, make and takes, and an order of $50, which qualifies you for 1 free Sale-a-Bration reward. More details will be coming as well as information on Sale-a-Bration (January 5 - March 31). We will be doing an optional scrapbook swap just like last year.

You can click on this link to read about last year's Super Stampin' Weekend!

Holiday Extravaganza Sale--1 Week Only

Oh, my goodness! Do I have some deals for you. I woke up today to a wonderful promotion from Stampin' Up! From now until November 30---1 WEEK ONLY---you can purchase some fantastic products and product bundles at an amazing savings.

You can purchase these through my online store or give me a call to place the order for you. I will be placing my order on Monday, November 30 after my Choose Your Own Christmas Adventure class. So, if you'd like to save on shipping, get me your order and payment before class starts at 6:30 pm.

Please note that all product prices will be honored even if there are backorders--with the exception of the Ultimate Stamper's Starter Kit. This kit is available only while supplies last.

I will be raffling off the Level 1 Patterned Pines stamp set for those who place an order of $30 or more during this promotion. For each $30 you spend, your name will be entered into the drawing. I will choose 1 winner. Already have the Patterened Pines stamp set? You can choose from my stamp basket.

Take a look:

Description	Discounted Price
120280 Framed with Love Bundle Framed with Love stamp set Full Heart punch	$21.95 Reg: $43.90
120281 Thank You Kindly Bundle Thank You Kindly stamp set Scallop Edge punch	$14.95 Reg: $29.90
120976 Thank You Kindly Bundle (French) Tous mes remerciements stamp set Scallop Edge punch	$14.95 Reg: $29.90
120282 Animal Crackers Bundle Animal Crackers stamp set Star Designer brads	$12.95 Reg: $25.90
120283 Corduroy Button Bundle Kraft Corduroy buttons Pumpkin Pie Corduroy buttons Summer Sun Corduroy buttons Basic Gray Corduroy buttons Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$24.88 Reg: $49.75
120284 Game Night Bundle Card Games stamp set Game Night stamp set	$20.45 Reg: $40.90
120285 Four Square Bundle Four Square stamp set Scallop Square punch	$15.45 Reg: $30.90
120286 Heart to Heart Bundle Love You Much stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$24.93 Reg: $49.85
120310 Heart to Heart Bundle (Spanish) Te Quiero Mucho stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$24.93 Reg: $49.85
120311 Heart to Heart Bundle (French) J't'aime beaucoup stamp set Heart to Heart punch Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$24.93 Reg: $49.85
120287 Chipboard Letter Bundle On Board Timeless Type On Board Loads of Letters	$12.95 Reg: $25.90
120288 Double-Stitched Ribbon Bundle Bashful Blue 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon Rose Red 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon	$10.74 Reg: $17.90
120289 Ultimate Stampers' Starter Bundle* Best Wishes & More stamp set Eight Great Greetings stamp set On a Pedestal stamp set Earth Elements Stampin' Spots Earth Elements assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11") Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11") Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Flower Designer brads	$76.62 Reg: $127.70
120290 Build-A-Brad Bundle Calendar Alphabet stamp set Pewter Build-A-Brad Antique Brass Build-A-Brad	$24.51 Reg: $40.85
120291 Enjoy Every Moment Bundle Enjoy Every Moment stamp set Circle Designer brads Flower Designer brads	$26.31 Reg: $43.85
120312 Enjoy Every Moment Bundle (French) Profiter de chaque instant stamp set Circle Designer brads Flower Designer brads	$26.31 Reg: $43.85
120292 Cheep Talk Bundle Cheep Talk stamp set Note cards Pumpkin Pie Corduroy buttons	$25.71 Reg: $42.85
120293 Sock Monkey Bundle Sock Monkey stamp set Sock Monkey Accessories stamp set Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$35.31 Reg: $58.85
120313 Sock Monkey Bundle (French) Sing-chaussette stamp set Sock Monkey Accessories stamp set Chocolate Chip Corduroy buttons	$35.31 Reg: $58.85
120294 Alphabet Bundle Jayne's Type Alphabet stamp set Lovely Letters stamp set	$52.74 Reg: $87.90
120295 Simply Said Bundle Simply Said stamp set Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Full Heart punch	$31.71 Reg: $52.85
120314 Simply Said Bundle (French) Amitié stamp set Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Full Heart punch	$31.71 Reg: $52.85
120296 On Board Bundle On Board So Tweet On Board Batch of Blooms On Board Essentials	$25.71 Reg: $42.85
120927 Christmas Décor Bundle #1 Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Kraft, Real Red) Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$44.91 Reg: $74.85
120298 Christmas Décor Bundle #2 Holly Beary Wreath Décor Elements (Chocolate, Real Red) Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$44.91 Reg: $74.85
120299 Christmas Décor Bundle #3 Holly Berry Wreath Décor Elements (Old Olive, Real Red) Real Red Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements Chocolate Vintage Ornaments Décor Elements	$44.91 Reg: $74.85
120300 For All You Do Bundle For All You Do stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$25.83 Reg: $36.90
120315 For All You Do Bundle (French) Merci pour tout stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$25.83 Reg: $36.90
120316 For All You Do Bundle (Spanish) Por todo lo que haces stamp set 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$25.83 Reg: $36.90
120301 Striped Ribbon Bundle Bashful Blue 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Pumpkin Pie 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Old Olive 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Pretty in Pink 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon So Saffron 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon Real Red 1/2" striped grosgrain ribbon	$33.41 Reg: $47.70
120302 Bling Bundle Sticky Pages Sticky Cuts Sweet Fine Supernova Stampin' Glitter Fine Galaxy Stampin' Glitter	$30.66 Reg: $43.80
120303 Fresh-Cut Bundle Fresh Cuts stamp set Fresh-Cut Notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$26.50 Reg: $37.85
120317 Fresh-Cut Bundle (French) Fraicheur exuise stamp set Fresh-Cut Notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$26.50 Reg: $37.85
120304 Pendant Note Bundle Pendant Park stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$27.90 Reg: $39.85
120318 Pendant Note Bundle (French) Adorable parc stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$27.90 Reg: $39.85
120319 Pendant Note Bundle (Spanish) Un dia en el parque stamp set Pendant notes 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$27.90 Reg: $39.85
120305 Sporting Bundle #1 Large Night of Navy Sporting Décor Elements Night of Navy Just Sports Décor Elements	$47.54 Reg: $67.90
120306 Sporting Bundle #2 Large Chocolate Sporting Décor Elements Chocolate Just Sports Décor Elements	$47.54 Reg: $67.90
120307 Sporting Bundle #3 Large Black Sporting Décor Elements Black Just Sports Décor Elements	$47.54 Reg: $67.90
114864 Ginormous Flowers I Décor Elements	$27.97 Reg: $39.95
114863 Ginormous Flowers II Décor Elements	$27.97 Reg: $39.95
112534 5/16" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$5.57 Reg: $7.95
112533 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo brads	$4.87 Reg: $6.95
112081 Scallop Square punch	$11.17 Reg: $15.95
113693 Full Heart punch	$11.17 Reg: $15.95
113694 Heart to Heart punch	$11.17 Reg: $15.95
112091 Scallop Edge punch	$11.17 Reg: $15.95
112571 Circle Designer brads	$4.17 Reg: $5.95
112579 Flower Designer brads	$4.17 Reg: $5.95
112572 Star Designer brads	$4.17 Reg: $5.95
114785 Small Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements	$27.97 Reg: $39.95
114786 Medium Wonderful Flowers Décor Elements	$48.97 Reg: $69.95
114791 Small Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements	$27.97 Reg: $39.95
114792 Medium Wonderful Leaves Décor Elements	$45.47 Reg: $64.95

*This bundle is only available while supplies last.

Here are the Deals of the Week for this week! Don't miss out. Order before Monday the 26th at 11:50.

Item	Description	Special Price
114348	Basic Jumbo grommets	$4.49
109857	Mini Library clips	$8.99
112571	Circle Designer brads	$3.99
112581	1/2" Library clips	$3.99

Deals of the Week are Back!

Okay, I truly must be living in a cave! I totally missed that Stampin' Up! is offering Deals of the Week in October. I'm so sorry!

So, here's Deal #1:

Item	Description	Special Price
109183	Trio Flower punch	$10.99
109041	5-Petal Flower punch	$10.99
110709	My Way punch	$11.99

So, here's how it works. Deals of the week will be announced by noon on each Monday in October. You have until the following Monday at 11:50 to order the deal (1o minutes before the next deal goes live). You can place your order online through my website: www.carrieclary.stampinup.net. I will do my best to post the Deals of the Week here on my blog each Monday, but you can always find them on my website.

Deals of the Week Dates:

• Deal #1: Thursday, October 1, 2009---Ends October 12
  
• Deal #2: Monday, October 12, 2009---Ends October 19
  
• Deal #3: Monday, October 19, 2009---Ends October 26
  
• Deal #4: Monday, October 26, 2009---Ends October 31--can order until midnight
  

This deal #1 will end at 11:50 on Monday, October 12. Don't miss out!

Previously Owned Stamp Sale

Yes, it's that time! I am having my Previously Owned Stamp Sale (formerly known as Used Stamp Sale, but since not everything is actually used, I changed the name)! I have over 100 sets for sale as well as retired Simply Scrappin' Kits, ribbons, die cut boxes, Designer Paper, etc.---all at an excellent price! Don't miss out. Invite your friends and get here early!

Times:
Friday, October 2 ---6:00 - 8:00 pm
Saturday, October 3 ---1:00 - 3:00 pm

I price my sets and retired accessories at a pretty good price, but this year I am adding an extra incentive:

When you place an order on the day of the sale, you will receive 20% of your order (*before shipping and tax) in Stampin' Bucks. You use these Stampin' Bucks to purchase any of my used/retired items for sale. So, if you were to place an order of $25*, you would get $5 in Stampin' Bucks to spend.

*All orders will be placed together and shipped to my Miamisburg home. You will be notified when you orders are available for pick up.
*Stampin' Bucks earned must by used by the end of the sale on Saturday.

Oh, the Horror!

I am having an extremely hard time writing this post today. I just have to share a shameful, horrible thing that I've done. Okay.......are you ready?



I bought Kyle's birthday invitations! Gasp!! I know, I know!




Okay, it's out. I feel better. Now, let me tell you my pitiful excuses.

1. You may remember that I had planned on Kyle having a PIRATE birthday party this year. After purchasing 3 different Pirate sets, and choosing the most adorable invitation ever to make, I just couldn't get into the BATMAN theme.

2. I couldn't come up with a good enough bat using my punches. Believe me. I tried and tried and tried. They all just looked silly.

3. After purchasing bat die cuts off Ebay, I worked on two different card versions. I wasn't really happy with either. Especially after Kent asked me if I was making a Halloween party invitation or a Batman invitation.

4. So, after throwing both cards at my dear husband and realizing that I really should send out invitations by Monday, I decided to do the unthinkable and buy invitations at the store.


So, if you must find a new demonstrator who won't lead you astray, then I understand. But, just wait until you see the little bat treat boxes that I'm going to make for the party! Maybe then you'll come back to me!

But, I must confess---I think I just might buy the Thank You notes, too!!

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