October Scrap Class

Join me for my October Scrap Class on Monday, October 13 at 7:00 pm. The cost is $12 or FREE with an order of $30 or more (before shipping and tax). We will be making this adorable spooky layout using the Fall Fest stamp set and matching Framelits, the fringe scissors, and the Motley Monsters Designer Series Paper. Please RSVP no later than October 10 so that I can prepare your class supplies.

Stamp-a-Stack Samples

Thanks to those of you who attended my Stamp-a-Stack today!  I hope you enjoyed making your cards.  For those of you who couldn't attend, these are the last 2 of the 4 cards we made today.

The card on the left uses the Perfect Pennant stamp set  (item # 133227, $29.95 in wood or #133230, $21.95 in clear) which also coordinates with the Framelits set called Banners (item #132173, $26.95). We didn't use that on this card, though.  I added the Color Me Autumn Designer Washi Tape from the Holiday Catalog.

The card on the right uses the Calling All Heroes Photopolymer stamp set (item # 138002, $25.95).  This is such an adorable set for little boys or the super hero fans in your life!  It has so many stamps in the set that you can make an endless variety of projects with it.  This set is available in Photopolymer only.  Blocks A, B, C, and I are recommended.

Stamp-a-Stack October 5

Here are two of the cards we will be making at my October Stamp-a-Stack. The class is Sunday, October 5 at 2:00.  The cost is $15.  We will make a total of 8 cards--2 of 4 different designs.

Learn the Starburst technique and see how easy it is to create beautiful cards with the Work of Art stamp set (which is my personal favorite!). We will also be using the Calling All Heroes photopolymer stamp set to make an adorable card perfect for the little or big hero in your life!
As with most of my card classes, you will have the freedom to choose from various sentiments to make the type of cards you need most.

If you wish to attend the class, please RSVP and send payment by September 21 so that I have enough class kits prepared.  Don't forget to bring your own adhesive.

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!

Choose Your Own Christmas Adventure!

I am excited to offer a new class on November 30. I am offering 3 different Christmas Projects that I couldn't fit into my Christmas Stamp Camp a couple weeks ago. You can choose to do one, two, or all 3 projects. Each one is priced individually. You may make up to two of each project. The class will begin as early as 5:00 for those of you who are able to make it then. The "normal" start time is 6:30 pm.

RSVP & Pre-payment is due by November 25.

Here are the projects:

Jingle All the Way Lighted Glass Block
Cost: $22 or $10 if you purchase your own glass block and lights
Approximate Time: 30 minutes

Details: I am giving you the option to purchase your own glass block and lights from a hobby store so that you can take advantage of any coupons or sales the store might offer. I am not able to use multiple 40% off coupons, so I'd have to pay full price. These are pre-drilled glass blocks.

The block I used is the mini, but you could definitely use the larger blocks. If you choose to purchase the mini block, you will want a string of 20 lights. If you choose the larger block, a string of 35 lights would work well. I will be purchasing the mini blocks for those of you who are paying the full price for the class.

Items to bring to class: Glass block and lights (optional), Stampin' Up! heat tool-- if you happen to have one!



JOY Wall Hanging
Cost: $8
Approximate Time: 30 minutes

Make this adorable hanging that uses a couple of Big Shot dies and the Merry Moments Designer Paper.

Items to bring to class: Paper Cutter, Adhesive





Box and Tags
Cost: $8
Approximate Time: 30-45 minutes

Learn to make this adorable see through box that will hold 40 Christmas Tags.

Items to bring to class: Paper cutter with scoring blade, Adhesive, Ornament Punch--if you happen to have one!

Christmas Stamp Camp Bonus Projects

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Oh, we had so much fun at the Christmas Stamp Camp on Saturday! I had nine ladies join me to make 5 fabulous (if I do say so myself!) projects. You can see them in the post below.

Each year, I like to add some type of stamped bag and a gift for my girls who come. You can see what I made last year by clicking here. This year, I made (with Jennifer's help) these super cute Santa Bags and Santa Hershey Bar covers. Don't you love them?!

Both are super easy to make. After finishing the candy bar holder, I realized that my bags look kind of goofy with the white showing in the buckle. That doesn't really seem right. So, my directions below will have you make a black belt that goes all the way across. Also, you could make the candy bar holder longer so that it doesn't show the top and bottom of the candy bar.


Santa Gift Bag
Supplies: Whisper White cs, Basic Black cs, 1 ¼” circle punch, 1 3/8” square punch, Red gift bag, Merry Moments Designer Paper, Silver Cording, Big Shot Two Tags die, Christmas Punch stamp set (hostess only)

1. Cut a 3 x 10 ¼ strip of Whisper White. Distress sides using Cutter Kit or scissors.
   
2. Cut (2) 1 ½” x 3 ½” basic black for belt.
3. Cut (1) 2 ¾ x 2 ½” basic black for buckle. Use square punch or paper cutter to cut out middle.
4. Punch 3 basic black circles for buttons.

Santa Candy Bar Wrapper
Supplies: Hershey Bar, 5 ½ x 7 ¼”Real Red cs, Whisper White cs (1 ½ x 7 ¼. 1 ½ x 5 ½), Basic Black cs (1 x 7 ¼, scraps), ½” circle punch, Stampin Dimensionals.

1. Score red cardstock with 5 ½ at top at 2 ¼, 2 ½, 4 ¾, and 5”.
2. Apply adhesive to one flap and wrap this around your candy bar.
3. Score the same as above for the Black piece and the longer white piece.
4. Tear both edges of shorter white and the top edge of the longer white.
5. Adhere the shorter white down the middle of your Santa’s body.
6. Apply adhesive to back of longer white piece and wrap around bottom edge of your Santa’s body.
7. Apply adhesive to back of black piece and wrap around middle of Santa’s body.
8. Cut a 1 ¼” square from Basic Black cs and adhere to middle of belt.
9. Punch 3 ½” black circles and attach to white strip using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Christmas Stamp Camp--Nov. 7!

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I am finally finished with the projects for my 4th annual Christmas Stamp Camp! I will post a picture of the projects as soon as I find the camera cable to my computer! Ahh! I have looked everywhere!

Date: Saturday, November 7
Time: 9:30 am - 1:30
Cost: $25 and a dish to share
RSVP : November 4

**If I have more than 10 people sign up for camp, I will add a 2nd time as I've done in the past--12:00-3:30.

• a Christmas Planner
• Notepad from a file folder
• Decorative Tile using Stampin' Up's stencils
• Magnetic Tic Tac Toe
• a beautiful ornament made from glass microscope slides

This year will be a little different from years past. Instead of me stressing out about providing lunch, we are going to have a potluck! I will provide pop, ice, water, plates, napkins, etc. Everyone else should bring a dish.

Upcoming Classes

Birthday Cards & Box

Use half of the Happy Bday Simply Scrappin' Kit to make 10 fantastic cards and a fun gift box to hold them in. 10 Small Open Ended envelopes included!

Date: Monday, September 28 at 6:30 PM
Cost: $20 for half kit, $30 for whole kit (use the other half for your own projects)
RSVP & Payment due: September 14

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Dashing Thru Christmas Card Set

Make this beautiful set of 4 cards and a card packet to hold them in (or turn it into a treat bag!). Learn simple folding techniques and use my favorite embossing technique--Faux Diamond Dust!

Class fee includes the Dasher and Merriment stamps found on page 208 in the catalog.

Date: Monday, October 5 at 6:30 PM
Cost: $25, includes two stamps
Add a whole pack of Merry Moments designer paper for an additional $10 (use this for your own projects)
RSVP & Payment due: September 14

Not interested in Christmas Cards? You can choose to make a beautiful set of Autumn cards using the Autumn Splendor stamp set and Autumn Meadows designer paper. Cost is $30 and includes the Autumn Splendor stamp set.

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Sunny Day Simply Scrappin' Class
Make 4 two-page layouts using this adorable Simply Scrappin' Kit. Leftover paper and stickers are yours!

Date: Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30
Cost: $30
RSVP & Payment due: October 12

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Fall Scrap Classes

While my clubs take a short break, I am holding two Scrap Classes. Come and make a two-page 12x12 layout for only $12 or place a $25 order. If I get enough people placing orders to receive hostess benefits, I will raffle off the benefits---one person will get the hostess $ and another will get the hostess set(s).

Space is limited to 8 participants, so RSVP early! I am working on the pages for these classes and will post them to my blog as soon as I get them finished.

October Scrap Class--12th at 7:00 PM
RSVP by September 14
***you can sign up for a Holiday page swap (Halloween and Christmas) due on November 9!
Read about swapping here.

November Scrap Class--9th at 7:00 PM
RSVP by October 12

Sunshine Garden Card Class

Make these 10 beautiful cards using a sheet of designer paper and self-adhesive die cuts from the Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit. We will make our cards using the Note Card sets (which includes envelopes!).

You will have your choice of a variety of greetings for the cards.

Date: June 11
Cost: $12
RSVP and Payment: June 8

Simply Scrappin' Kit Classes

I just had my latest Simply Scrappin' Kit Class this past week. The picture above shows just one of the layouts we made using the Sunshine Garden kit.

At these classes, you receive a full Simply Scrappin' kit and make 4 two-page layouts. You keep all the extra paper and die cuts that we don't use. At each class, you receive the directions to make the pages as well as Scrap Maps of the layouts to use for later inspiration.

My next Simply Scrappin' Kit uses the Sweet Nothings kit.

Date: Monday, June 22 at 6:30 PM
RSVP & Payment due: June 8
Cost: $30

Here is one of the layouts we will make using this beautiful kit:

Upcoming Classes

Scrapbook in a Box Class

Make a beautiful Scrapbook in a Box, a single scrapbook page, and a gift card--all perfect for a Mother's Day gift!

Date: Thursday, May 7 at 6:30
Cost: $17 for half a kit (makes one set)
$30 for whole kit (make one set and use the other half at home to make another or additional scrapbook pages)
RSVP & Payment: April 24


Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit Class

Make 4 two-page layouts using the beautiful Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit. You will have some paper and lots of stickers left to make additional pages.

Date: May 26 at 6:30 pm
Cost: $30
RSVP & Payment: May 11

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*All of my classes have room for a limited number of participants and require RSVP by specific date listed
*Payment is required by the due date listed in order for your spot to be reserved.
*Bring a paper cutter with a scoring blade and adhesive to all classes

Where oh Where is the Newsletter?

Okay, a few of you have been asking about my newsletters. I have been a big ol' slacker in that department! I decided to skip March because I was getting ready for SSW. I will be sending out my April News very soon.

I do have classes that I am planning, but have not quite finished all of the details. Here are some classes you can look forward to in April - June:

• Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit class--May


• Stamp-a-Stack--June


• Sunshine Garden Note Card Class


• Scrapbook in a Box (shown above)
  


• Celebrate Summer

If your are not on my email list and wish to receive my newsletters, just send me an email. I don't spam you. I send no more than two emails a month and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Hoppy Memories Class Sign Ups

I wanted to remind you all about my Hoppy Memories Simply Scrappin' Kit Class. RSVP's were due today, but shipping times from SU have improved, so I am able to keep sign ups open until April 10.

Class Details:
Date: Tuesday, April 28
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: $30
RSVP & Payment: April 10
We will use the Simply Scrappin' Kit "Hoppy Memories" to make 4 two-page layouts. You will go home with the rest of the kit that we don't use. Please bring a paper cutter and adhesive.

Drop off or mail payment to:
Carrie Clary
961 Cottage Avenue
Miamisburg, OH 45342

Love You Much Class--new due dates!

I am so excited to share an upcoming class with you. During this class, you will make 4 standard sized cards, 4 Love Note size (3x3), and 9 tags. We will also create the adorable briefcase shown which fits everything you make. Isn't this a perfect valentine gift for someone special?

Cost Option 1: $25, includes all the supplies you need to make a kit. **
Cost Option 2: $64, includes the Love You Much bundle (Love You Much stamp set, Candy Lane Designer Series Paper (we use 2 sheets for the project), and the Heart to Heart punch) plus the additional supplies needed to make the kit. *makes the class only $15!!!

**please bring your own adhesive (don't forget a refill!) and a paper cutter with scoring blade!!

Date: Friday, February 6
Time: 6:30 PM
RSVP & Payment: January 26
**I am able to push back the RSVP date because SU has worked out some backorder issues with the bundle. Please let me know asap, if you wish to attend!

This class may take up to 3 1/2 hours, depending on how quickly you assemble your cards.

CLASS TO GO OPTION
Not able to attend the class date? You can choose my Class-to Go kit which will include step by step directions with photos and the consumable supplies you need to complete the projects.

To complete the projects as shown you will need the following:
VersaMark Pad
Basic Brown Classic ink pad
Chocolate Chip Classic ink pad
Close to Cocoa Classic ink pad
Kiwi Kiss Classic ink pad or refill
Pink Pirouette Classic ink pad or refill
Riding Hood Red Classic ink pad & refill
So Saffron Classic ink pad or refill
Sticky Strip and other adhesive
Scallop Edge Punch
1/16” handheld circle punch
1/8” handheld circle punch
Scallop circle punch
Tag corner punch
Designer Label punch
Heart to Heart punch
Blender pens

*****of course, you can modify the projects by using what you have on hand!

Payment is the same as above. Your step-by-step handout of 34 pages will be emailed to you once payment is received.

This Class-to-Go kit is not available for purchase to other Stampin' Up! demonstrators. If you are a demonstrator and are interested in this class, please email me directly".

Paper Display Board Class Pictures

This post is dedicated to my loyal cyber stalker, Debbi, who let me know that I posted the same project twice! Yes, the box you may have seen on the December 8 post was posted a while back on November 25. I have since deleted it, so let's never speak of it again! :)

Last week, I held my Paper Display Class. This project is designed to hold 3 papers from your child's (or niece's) schoolwork. The class fee included a Designer Paper pack of their choosing as well as a roll of 1/4" Grosgrain ribbon. The picture above was my project, but wait until you see what these ladies came up with! Some used alphabet stamps for their names while others used Big Shot letters. I gave them free use of all of my retired sets---including my two shelves of Retired Sets, so many of the ladies chose retired "kid" sets. I really hope we find some new kid sets in the new catalog in January! Click on each picture for a bigger image.

Michelle--retired dp


Debbi--Bella Rose


Chris (my mom!)---Maine Blueberry


Leslie--Bella Rose


Diane --no name because Leslie and Shane have not decided on a name for the baby boy due in January! Pacific Point Designer Series Paper


Mary #1--Bella Rose


Mary #2--Georgia Peach

Upcoming Christmas Classes

Christmas Card Stamp-a-Stack

Date: Sunday, November 24
Time: 1:30 pm
Cost: $17, Clubbers only $15
RSVP & Payment due: November 15

Make 10 Christmas cards (2 of 5 designs). Envelopes are included. Bring your own adhesive or pre-order one for only $7. Refills are only $5. Receive $5 off any order of $50 or more when placed at the SAS. Shown are 4 of the 5 cards.

Holiday Treats Series: Christmas

Date: Wednesday, November 18
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $12
RSVP & Payment: November 11

Make 3 fun projects perfect as little gifts for coworkers or child's class. We will make this adorable Santa treat box, a pencil holder, and a cocoa pouch.

Christmas Frame

Date: Monday, November 24
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: $20, Big Shot Clubbers are free!
RSVP & Payment: November 17

Make this fabulous framed Christmas project and card using the fantastic Big Shot die cutting machine.

Christmas Stamp Camp

Well, I've just finished my nap after my Christmas Stamp Camp today. All the fun started for the ladies at 9:30 this morning and lasted until almost 1:00. I was exhausted! I meant to take pictures of everyone today and it totally slipped from my mind until they were eating lunch, but I knew they wouldn't appreciate me taking pictures then! Instead, I'll just share some pictures of the projects.

Here are the projects that they made today: Ribbon Bookmark, Domino pin and ornament, Decorated Candle, Altered Picture Frame, and Glass Etched Plate.


I also made these bags for them to put their items in. Aren't they too cute?! You'll find directions at the end of this post.


Finally, I made each of them a pocket calendar. I bought these at the Flower Factory, but you can find them anywhere. One of the Stamp Camp projects a couple years ago was a pocket calendar, but it ends this year, so I knew some of those ladies would need new ones. These use the new Hawaii Papaya designer paper. It was the first time I've used this paper and I have to tell you--it is gorgeous! I added Felt Fusion flowers from both color kits to complete them. The greeting at the bottom says, "The Best is Yet to Be." It is from the Level 1 Hostess set called "Best Yet."



SNOWMAN BAG
Supplies: White Gift Bag, 3 ½ x 8 ½ Basic Black cs, 1 ½ x 8 ½ Real Red cs, 4 x 1 ¾ Only Orange 8.5" x 11", 1 ¼ circle punch, 1” circle punch, Crimper, Alphabet stamp set of choice (mine is from the Taffy Alphabet) Whisper White ink pad, Pretty in Pink ink pad, sponge, scrap cs, Stampin’ Dimensionals

1. Cut only orange cardstock in half along diagonal (makes 2 noses). Run through crimper.

1. Adhere black cardstock at the top of the bag.


2. Stamp name on red strip using Whisper White ink.


3. Adhere red strip to black strip.


4. Punch out one 1 ¼” circle on a scrap piece of paper. You will use this as your stencil for the cheek “make-up.”


5. Punch out two 1 ¼” circles and five 1” circles from Basic Black cardstock.


6. Adhere two eyes in the middle of the bag.


7. Use your scrap circle stencil to apply make-up with pink ink on the cheeks.


8. Adhere the five 1” circles as a mouth.


9. Adhere the carrot nose with dimensionals.

Holiday Treats Series: Christmas Class

I have been meaning to let you know what the projects will be for the Christmas Treats class and now I can. We will be making a Santa treat box, pencil holder, and a cocoa pouch. I just finished making the projects and I absolutely LOVE how they turned out.


Class Details
Date: Wednesday, November 18
Cost: $12
RSVP and Payment due: November 11
I have 3 spots available for this class. Send in your payment asap!

Thanksgiving Treats Class

These are the projects for my Thanksgiving Treats class this coming Sunday at 1:00 pm. I do have a couple spots available, so let me know by Friday if you'd like to attend. Cost is only $12

We will make the decorated bag, Blessings Mix box, and the mini Hershey bar holder.

Big Shot Projects!

We had a great time learning about the Big Shot at my FREE Big Shot Class last night. Here are the two cards that the ladies made. I had four ladies sign up for to join the Big Shot Club. It's not too late for you to join, too! Click here for more details. What is that fun looking print that you see behind the cards? Why it is the fantastic Big Shot Doctor's Bag that is perfect for storing your Big Shot and some of the dies. Unfortunately, it is not mine. I borrowed it from my upline so that I could show it to the ladies at the class. Isn't is adorable?!

Here are a few more projects using the Big Shot. I have to tell you how cool this thing is! I've been loving it more and more as I've had a chance to play with it.



I will be having 3 Big Shot Classes that anyone can attend--whether they have the Big Shot or not. Please pay attention to RSVP and Payment due dates.