I have been very busy these holidays already using the big shot to create these great projects. The first project is a Tooth Fairy Pouch,second is a Book Bag, next is a Lavender Owl and lastly is a set of 4 fabric coasters made with the scallop circle die. I hope I have inspired you to have a go at these great fun projects.
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL !!!!!
Just keeping you posted on a fantastic deal coming your way in December, start saving your pennies, here’s a sneak peak……
A Little Treat Stamp Set on page 39, was $21.95 now $10.98
Heard from the Heart set on page104, was $38.95 now $23.37
Make sure you write out those wish lists girls………
Here is another Christmas card for you to try out using the Dasher Stamp Set and the Newsprint DSP from Stampin’ Up. Oh and the colours are Riding Hood Red and Crumb Cake.
I have also been busy taking photos of my supermodel dog Tilly for a Christmas card idea that I would like to try . How cute are these photos. I’m sure she thinks she a super model, very spoilt.
I know it’s hard to believe it’s only that far away.
This card is definitely one of my favourites so far. I have used the Artistic Etchings Stamp Set to create this card, simple but effective. Don’t forget to check out those SPECIALS down the page a little and just email me at csfreese@bigpond.net.au if you would like to place an order.
These two cards are nice and easy to create.
The cards below are made using the Delightful Decorations Stamp Set and the new Ornament Punch Stampin’ Up have a great special on these (scroll down below and you get a freebie with it). Quick and easy just stamp and punch.
CHRISTMAS SPECIALS from Stampin’ Up
Create beautiful packaging to fit any Christmas gift with exclusive products from Stampin' Up! From 16 October-30 November*, there are two ways to get FREE ribbon:
Choose from these bundles:
Gifted Bundle
Gifted Set and Jolly Holiday Designer Series Paper
Item Number: 124041; $66.90
Clear-Mount Item/Price124042; $56.90
Welcome Christmas Bundle
Welcome Christmas Set and Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series Paper
Item Number: 124045; $69.90
Clear-Mount Item/Price 124046; $59.90
Season of Joy Bundle
Season of Joy Set and So Swirly Stampin' Around Wheel
Item Number: 124043; $67.90
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Delightful Decorations Bundle
Delightful Decorations Set and Ornament Punch
Item Number: 124044; $72.90
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Choose from the following limited-time ribbons when you purchase a Christmas gift-giving bundle or host a qualifying workshop:
116792
Mistletoe Ribbon Originals
$21.95
FREE
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116795
Sleigh Bells Ribbon
$15.95
FREE
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113099
Riding Hood Red 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon
$19.95
FREE
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115608
Real Red 3/4" Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon
$19.95
FREE
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Hi everyone I have just posted my first sale on http://www.ebay.com.au/ if anyone is interested. The item posted is the Big Deal Alphabet and the auction starts at just 99 cents thought I would create a real special for my first listing. Anyhow here is a picture below.
Hi everyone I just wanted to give you a sneak peek of the October Class I will be holding on Sunday the 17th of October.We will be using the NEW Growing Green Stamp Set along with the NEW Woodland Walk Designer Series Paper. With this fantastic combination we will be producing a set of 2 cards and an A4 Notebook gift set.Please contact me via email if you are interested in attending. csfreese@bigpond.net.au.
Happy Stamping
Sherri
Can you believe that it’s only 12 weeks until Christmas is upon us.
So I thought I would post at least 1 Christmas card a week to get into the spirit. I know you will fall in love with this little guy straight away, he is a little Elf. I am yet to make a girl version of this card but I am working on it.
Hello again everyone are you ever stuck for a colour choice? well stress no more I have a great website to add to your favourites list that will help you with any Stampin’ Up colour combination
My Create Ink - Colour Lab http://www.mycreateink.com/
Just enter the colour of your choice and it will find the combo for you and it also gives a rating out of 5 on how others find this combo.
Happy Stamping
Sherri
On the 2nd of October I will be celebrating World Cardmaking Day!!
Where: Music Room, Victoria Point State School. School Road entrance, Victoria Point
Time: Session 1 - 10.00am- 12.00
Session 2 – 1.00- 3.00
Cost: $50 for both session or $30 for one.
RSVP: Tuesday 28th September
We are going to be raising funds for the Chicks in Pink…a local support group for women with breast cancer.
It is hard to believe that there is only one more month left to order from the Idea Book and Catalogue. The 2010 Retirement List (Last Chance List) is here. Everything on this list is available strictly WHILE STOCKS LAST.In August only I am offering an extra bonus 10% off your order. So if there is anything you’d like email me as soon as possible to place your order. csfreese@bigpond.net.au
Happy Stamping
Sherri
Hello everyone out there. On Saturday the 28th of August 12.30 – 5.30pm I will be holding a fundraising event for the Chicks in Pink Breast Cancer fund. The event is free and we are hoping to make cards on the day that will be donated to the hospital to sell and raise much need funds. There will be plenty of giveaways and raffles that will happen on the day.If you are interested in coming along on the day just email csfreese@bigpond.net.au to reserve your spot and for the venue information.
Below are some little thankyou pressies I have been working on for our guest on the day. Lots of little treasures inside!!!!
On Sunday the 22nd of August I will be holding a Card class focusing on the Manhattan flowers embossing folder that is used with the Big Shot. In this class we will make 5 cards and 1 Pillow Gift Box and a Chocolate Gift Box all at the low cost of $10. I have inserted a sample photo of the set below.
If you are interested in attending this class please email me via csfreese@bigpond.net.au
See you next time Sherri
On Sunday the 25th of July I will be holding a Card class focusing on the men in our lives. In this class we will make 5 cards and 2 gift card holders all at the low cost of $10. I have inserted a sample photo of the cards below.
If you are interested in attending this class please email me via csfreese@bigpond.net.au
See you next time Sherri
Another quick clean card that won’t take a long time to complete.
It can be used for so many occasions for either male or female cards. Have fun creating and enjoy!
Recipe for Card above .
Cardstock : Pumpkin Pie.
DSP: Haiku
Stamps :Eastern Blooms(Flower) and
Best Wishes and More(Leaves).
Ink : Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant.
Punches : Word Window and Scallop Edge .
If you need to order anything just contact me and don’t forget about our fantastic July Specials below.
This month Stampin’ Up! is offering a great deal on Two-Step Stampin’ Sets. Two-Step Stampin' sets allows you to quickly and easily take your creativity to the next level. And from 1-31 July, you will get 20 percent off select Two-Step Stampin' sets from our current catalogues--no limit, no minimum purchase required! Choose from the following stamp sets:
| Item | Page | Description | Reg. Price | Sale Price |
| 116386 | 39 | Loads of Love | $31.96 | |
| 116342 | 42 | Big Bold Birthday** | $43.16 | |
| 115860 | 78 | A Rose is a Rose** | $53.56 | |
| 116332 | 86 | Playful Petals** | $42.36 | |
| 115770 | 98 | Cheep Talk | $38.36 | |
| 115946 | 115 | Wonderful Favourites | $31.96 | |
| 119187 | 14* | Tiny Tags(wood) | $31.16 | |
| 118592 | 14* | Tiny Tags(clear) | $23.16 | |
| 119163 | 31* | Cottage Garden(wood) | $26.36 | |
| 120003 | 31* | Cottage Garden(clear) | $19.96 |
**Retiring *Autumn Mini
PLEASE CONTACT ME TO PLACE AN ORDER AT ANY TIME!!!!!
This weeks sketch is another quick card that you could create in about 10 minutes and in what ever colour combination and design that you wish.
Have fun with this one, play a little…………….
Recipe for Card above .
Cardstock : Whisper White ,Kiwi Kiss and Pink Passion.
Stamps : Best Wishes and More.
Ink : Kiwi Kiss,Pumpkin Pie and Pink Passion.
Punches : 1-1/4”Circle, Scallop Oval and Small Oval.
Ribbon: 5/8”(1.59cm) Stripped Grosgrain in Tangerine Tango.
Struggling with a colour combination?
Don’t forget to flick through Stampin’ Up’s Idea Book and Catalogue there are some fantastic colour combinations throughout the book. Still stuck on a colour combination? try this link http://www.mycreateink.com/ I love this site,
don’t forget to add it to your favourites list.
This is a quick card that can be used in many different ways.
The first card I have created is a unisex thankyou card, you could easily make this into a Male or Female birthday card just by changing the colour choices.
Have fun creating…………………
Recipe for Card unisex card
Cardstock : Whisper White , Craft, Kiwi Kiss and Soft Suede.
DSP: Urban Oasis.
Stamps : Best Wishes and More.
Ink : Kiwi Kiss and Chocolate Chip
Punches : 1-3/4" Circle, Scallop circle, 1-3/8”Circle,
1-1/4”Circle.
Ribbon: 5/8”(1.59cm) Stripped Grosgrain in Kiwi Kiss.
Thread: Linen ( Used to hold Buttons on)
Big Shot Dies: Buttons
This weeks challenge is this simple but stylish layout that can be adapted to any colour combination of your choice. You could even just use flowers instead of the circles or maybe buttons and brads. Whatever you use this layout will look great.As you can see from above it works well for male cards too.
Recipe for Card
Cardstock : Whisper White , Melon Mambo and Certainly Celery.
Stamps : Circle Circus and Sweet Little Sentiments(Hostess set)
Ink : Certainly Celery and Pink Passion.
Punches : 1-3/4" Circle, Scallop circle, 1-3/8”Circle, 1-1/4”Circle,3/4”Circle and 1”Circle.
Throughout the month of June, Stampin' Up! is bringing you a new deal every week! With the Deals of the Week, you'll get up to 50 percent off a selection of products from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue!
Be sure to check my web site each Wednesday in June to see what new deals are up for grabs that week.
Please feel free to contact me if you require any of the below specials. It’s a great time to stock up supplies.
This week's deals:
Item 114263
Page 34
Description A Happy Heart stamp set
Was $41.95 Now only $20.98
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Item 115792
Page 57
Description Greetings Eight stamp set
Was $49.95
Now only $24.98
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Item 116330
Page 78
Description Bella's Bloom stamp set
Was $24.95 Now only $14.97
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Item 113009
Page97
Description Enjoy Every Moment stamp set
Was $53.95
Now only $26.98
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Item 114283
Page 105
Description All Scallops stamp set
Was $55.95
Now only $27.98
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This weeks sketch challenge is brought to you by http://cleanandsimplestamping.blogspot.com/
This is a fantastic blog in which you will find many simple but effective layouts for cards.
Recipe for Card
Cardstock used is Basic grey,Basic black, Whisper white and Riding hood Red.
Stamps Used are Asian Artistry(Hostess set)
Ink Used Basic black and Riding hood red.
Sizzlits die used was Buttons #5
The second deals of the week are from 9 June, 12:01 AM (AET) through 15 June, 11:50 PM (AET).
Please feel free to contact me if you require any of the below specials. It’s a great time to stock up supplies.
Item number:112470
Page: 132
DSP: Haiku Designer Series paper
Was: $16.95
Now: $10.17
Item number: 113976
Page:132
DSP: Pink Flamingo Designer Series paper
Was:$16.95
Now:$11.02
Item number: 113992
Page:133
DSP:Tea Party Designer Series paper
Was:$16.95
Now:$10.17
Item number: 113975
Page:133
Raspberry Tart Designer Series paper
Was:$16.95
Now:$11.02
Item number:114037
Page:133
DSP:Sweet Slumber Specialty Designer Series paper
Was:$22.95
Now:$14.92
This LONG weekend Saturday 12th,Sunday13th and Monday 14th of June is the Scrapbooking and Papercraft Show at the Brisbane Convention Centre. A group of Stampin’ Up Demonstrators including myself ( On Monday14th) will be there with some fantastic bargains on hand for you to take advantage of.So go along and grab some great ideas from our talented ladies.
Hoping to see you there from Sherri.
Just made these cute little Treat boxes using a variety of punches and the Big Shot dies Super easy to make and they look so cute.
Really when you use the SU Big Shot Dies and SU Punches there are no limits on what you can produce.
For more information on these products please feel free to contact me.
This is another idea using the NEW DSP called Cottage Wall.
Shown in photograph is this cute 6 page album, it was a gift for my Mother in law I slipped a couple of flower seed packets in the pockets for her and she can add any photos of the grandchildren to it when she is ready.
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