Leanne Jordan

It's time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Let's Sale-a-brate!

2012-01-24T08:57:00.003+11:00

Starts TODAY!!!!! Well done to those early birds who have already given me their orders!! I'm placing that order today and look forward to getting all those freebies for you!

If you havent seen the catalogue click on the link on my right hand side bar. If you have any questions about ordering or products, don't hesitate to send me an email.

AND IF YOU WANT TO JOIN this amazing company, NOW is the perfect time as the kit is reduced during SAB to just $249!!!!!!!!! Email me for all the information. It's easy and so much fun.

Make sure you scroll down and see all the products I have been making using the papers and embellishments that are up for grabs this year. Don't miss out!

Happy Stamping,

Cards using the big shot.

2012-01-23T15:06:00.003+11:00

I've been making a lot of cards lately using mainly DS papers and embellishments, rather than a lot of stamping. I haven't stamped on the cards above at all. The sentiments are rub ons on the second set of cards. With the pastel coloured set I have run a piece of white cardstock through the big shot with a textured folder, but then I have cut around just part of the design to create my motifs. I love how these look. You can create so many individual designs this way. The big shot has also been used for the top note shape, and the die cut flowers in the purple cards. Remember I always use ALL Stampin up products on my cards. Why use anything else when they look this good!

Sale-a-bration starts tomorrow. Invest in the big shot now and get free products while you're at it!!!

Happy Stamping,

Baby Cards & Sale-a-bration

2012-01-16T13:38:00.003+11:00

Yes, I'm still in love with the DS papers and the ribbons & brads accessories pack that are both up for grabs FOR FREE when Sale-a-bration starts Jan 24th. ARE YOU READY???? I've used the calypso coral for the girl baby card, and the pool party/lucky limeade combo for the boys. I've added a strip of victorian lace on both to give that softer, delicate feel to the cards.

Happy Stamping,

Happy New Year

2012-01-08T08:50:00.004+11:00

Sale-a-bration is ALMOST HERE!!!!!! I know many of you are waiting for this great event and you won't be disappointed. This year we not only have 4 wonderful stamp sets to choose from (I'll be back later with posts featuring those!), but also the gorgeous DS papers and ribbons/brads collection you see in the photos below. I have been having SO MUCH FUN using these new designs. They really are divine. The brads have delightful little patterns on them to match the papers and this makes it very easy to create a project in no time.

As you can see, there is very little stamping on these cards. The papers, ribbon and brads are beautiful enough to take centre stage!

Start getting your orders together and stock up on those basics like neutral cardstock, adhesives and even new blades for your paper cutter! It's the perfect time to get your craft supplies ready for a new year of crafting AND GET wonderful freebies while you're at it.!!!!!!!

Those of you on my mailing list look out for your email about my EXTRA OFFER for the first 6 people to place their order of $100 or more.

If you'd like a copy of the Sale-a-bration brochure and/or our current mini catalogue, please send me an email. I'll put links up on my side bar when it all starts on January 24th.
Happy Stamping,

Christmas cards No.7

2011-12-20T20:55:00.004+11:00

A little "vintage". I was blog surfing and came across a card on the amazing site of Danielle Daws and was immediately inspired. I loved the idea of using the negative image of a punched out shape. So I grabbed for my ornament punch and started creating. I added sponging around all the edges for definition and added the scrolls stamping over the corners, before adhering the pieces to the card base. You could do this in so many other colour combinations.

Hope you like it!
Happy Stamping,

Christmas cards No.6

2011-12-20T12:28:00.004+11:00

OK a couple more! All the same colours/papers I have been using this year, just a few variations. Sometimes when creating a lot of cards at once you feel the need to make them all different, however if they're all going to be given to a variety of people, why reinvent the wheel?? I've had a lot of fun this year because I have given myself a break and kept it simple! Using left over pieces from one card to create another is OK!!!!
My favourite part of the blue card above is the 3D ornament and the strips of textured white cardstock (left over from cards in No.2 post). Note also the stamped background of baubles with versa mark ink and the words "very merry". Hope your Xmas is very merry too!
Happy Stamping,

Christmas Cards No.4 and No.5

2011-12-18T17:36:00.004+11:00

Hi again. Many cards in this post and maybe all I'll get done.......... once I get going though it's hard to stop! So here I have used up scrap strips of DS paper to create my own patchwork DS paper look which I've then put through the Big Shot with the Top Note die. Quick but effective. To finish off, a simple greeting and voila!

Now here I decided to get creative WITHOUT ANY STAMPING. The "letters to Santa" DS paper has such lovely designs which lend themselves to beautiful 12x12 scrapbooking pages. BUT they are also perfect when cut out and layered to make gorgeous quick "last minute" cards. The only addition was a ribbon on the ones on the left, otherwise it's all DS paper with the coordinating cardstock card bases. I love the "Blushing bride" pink cards. Not a colour usually used in Xmas cards, but as that is one of the colours in this paper range it works beautifully.

DON'T FORGET the December Frenzy sale!!!!! The "Every Moment" stamp set (pg 72) has already sold out and has returned to it's full retail price. Get in quick and don't miss out. I am taking orders all through the Christmas period. Sale ends Dec 31st.
Happy Stamping,

Christmas Cards No.3

2011-12-16T21:49:00.004+11:00

Getting into the spirit now! But time running out fast! Lucky none of my cards have to be posted overseas! The DS papers featured here are from the gorgeous set in our Idea Book & Catalogue called "Letters to Santa". I love the colour combo including marina mist and riding hood red. I've also used the ornament punch again which I've only just added to my collection. It's getting a work out! But again, get a production line going and I now have 6 more cards ready. Yeah.

Happy Stamping,

Christmas cards! No. 2

2011-12-13T21:03:00.003+11:00

This time I had to use one of my favourite colours, Baja Breeze and of course the Big Shot! The white cardstock has been put through the Big shot with the Square Lattice texture folder and the letters have also been cut out using this amazing tool! Other notable features here are the eyelet border and ornament punches. Anything that makes card making quick and simple is a winner with me!!!! Back soon with some more creations.

Happy Stamping,

Christmas cards!

2011-12-11T16:43:00.005+11:00

I have finally made a start! I always aim to make at least 6 cards with each basic layout. With a production line technique it only takes a few extra minutes to make multiple cards which is what we all need at this time of year!!!!

So here, all I have done is used two different DS papers and different images/greetings, but essentially the cards are identical. By doing one "portrait" and one "landscape" you end up with a nice variety. While these particular cards are very simple, they still look great. If you look closely you will see the images have been multi coloured with markers.

Happy Stamping,

December is here!!!!!!!!!

2011-12-03T09:29:00.005+11:00

What a crazy time of year. It's sale time and we have a BRAND NEW mini catalogue. I have ordered a pile of cattys and my regular customers on my mail list will all be getting one soon.

Make sure you check out the sale flyer. Just click on the image in the right side bar. Also check out the catty, it's so beautiful. Then email me asap so you don't miss out on these great specials.
I HAVE NOT started xmas cards yet, but have been working on teacher gifts. I like to try and give something useful so have gone with a standard gift of mine, a notebook. To make them a bit more special I have put each teacher's first initial on them. These are covered chipboard letters which have then been coated with crystal effects.

Happy Stamping,

New Promotion

2011-11-05T19:20:00.003+11:00

Hi everyone! Time for our November promotion! For all the fans of the BIG SHOT this is one not to miss! Save 10% on select dies and if you don't already have the Big Shot, why not take advantage of the special bundle on offer this month.

See the flyer on the right hand bar for all the details.

Stay tuned for some Christmas projects very soon. In the meantime,

Happy Stamping,

WELCOME to a brand NEW CATALOGUE!!!!!

2011-09-01T20:49:00.005+10:00

It's HERE!!!! Yes, our brand new catalogue went live today and you can now place orders. If you want to view this catty online you can download a copy from my link on the side bar. You can also get a copy of the supplies list which is really handy.

As if this wasn't exciting enough here is even better news! You can join Stampin' Up this month only in two different ways:
1. Buy a "MINI STARTER KIT" only available till Sept 30th for only $169.00 and enjoy all the normal demonstrator benefits. Great option for hobby demonstrators like myself!!
2. Buy the normal Starter Kit at 20% off!!!!
Something else worth mentioning: You no longer need an ABN to join. So joining has never been easier or cheaper!!!!

Send me an email if you'd like a copy of the new catty for yourself. I am happy to answer ANY questions about joining. No obligation.
Happy Stamping,

Fathers day card

2011-08-25T20:33:00.003+10:00

Sorry for the washed out photo. Lighting was bad when I took it, but you get the basic idea. Colours are baja breeze, chocolate chip and crumb cake. This card was cased from another blogger out there but I can't remember the creator. Stamps used are the sanded background, tree from thoughts and prayers and pocket silhouettes. Then it was just a few punches and the letters cut out with the big shot. Hope this gives you some inspiration for creating your own "dad" cards.
DON'T FORGET next week sees the end of the current Idea Book and Catalogue. The retiring list is out and some products are reduced but many are sold out already. Make sure you have a look if you haven't already before they are gone.
Ready for a new catty?? I have a box here ready to distribute. Email me and arrange to get your hands on the brand new catalogue now!!
Happy Stamping,

Time to say goodbye to the 10/11 Idea Book and Catalogue

2011-08-05T18:40:00.002+10:00

Yes, we only have the month of August to purchase any of the retiring products from our 10/11 Idea book and catalogue. When you click on the link on my right hand side bar you will see the 6 pages of retiring products which include stamps, tools and accessories, papers and kits. Some items only have limited stock and some are 25% off, and some are a crazy 40% off !!!!!!
Make sure you have a look and email me asap so you don't miss out.

I'll be back soon with some new cards including ones for Father's Day
Happy Stamping,

Scrapbooking

2011-07-13T10:07:00.002+10:00

You can tell it's holidays and that I'm recovering from an operation, that's about the only time I scrapbook, but I'm actually hooked at the moment. I love how this page turned out and thought I'd share it even though I'm sorry to say the SU products used here are now retired. I used the jumbo outline alphabet stamp set for my title and the bike stamp along the bottom is also a SU stamp. I love the freedom of using stamping on my pages, especially for titles, rather than relying on stickers or chipboard etc. You always run out of the letters you need. With stamps you never run out. If you do scrapbooking, I highly recommend investing in a variety of ABC stamp sets in different sizes/fonts.

Notice how I stamped the first letter of each word first on a colour cardstock and cut them out. This shows how you can use your stamps in a variety of ways. You could use patterned paper for even more colour. Most importantly for a task like this is the Stamp-a-ma-jig!!! Another "must have" scrapbooking tool.

Till next time,
Happy Stamping,

A little bit fancy.

2011-07-10T16:48:00.002+10:00

Sorry for the washed out photo, but I wanted you to see the shine on the butterflies. This was created by embossing with black embossing powder. The card base is in Riding Hood Red with the "Love letter" DS papers. Other touches include sponging around all edges, tearing and an antique brad. Together these elements create a stylish card that's just "a little bit fancy"! Hope you like it.

Happy Stamping,

Stampin' Pastels

2011-07-03T12:02:00.004+10:00

I dusted off my pastels this week and made a collection of cards and tags using the same basic image. For these projects I used the pastels with my blender pen, picking the colours that coordinated with the cardstocks used. This was a great opportunity to go through my scrap pieces of cardstock and make use of some of those left over bits and pieces from other projects. On the card below I also used the Big Shot with the top note die and "lots of tags" set. With this card I also cut the flowers out and raised them on stampin dimensionals for added interest. Simple but pretty.

Happy Stamping,

Love letters and buttons

2011-07-01T09:46:00.002+10:00

Hi stampers. Yes you are seeing correctly-I have made some new cards. Now these cards were super easy but I love the way they turned out. Sometimes the less you think the better!! I just grabbed a few basic items (Love Letter DS Paper; coordinating cardstock; Big Shot and dies) and went from there. I have used the Top Note die, ovals and the new Embosslits "Sweet Buttons" from our Autumn/Winter mini. Remember this mini finishes July 31st. The greeting is from "Perfect Punches" stamp set which is one of those all round sets with birthday, Christmas, thanks, congratulations etc... Handy to have.

O.K, NEW PROMOTION launched today. When you spend $100 you will receive a free set of ribbon and buttons!! These items are gorgeous. See the flyer on my side bar for all the details.
Happy Stamping,

I am still here...........

2011-06-28T10:01:00.002+10:00

Hi everyone,
Not sure if anybody will even be reading this as I have been absent for so long, and I can't remember when I last put a card on here. It's been one of those times in my life where you just have to take a step back for a while. After moving house and all that goes with that, I then went through some health issues resulting in a hospital stay and hysterectomy. The positive side of all this is I'm now at home 24/7 for a while and have lots of time to indulge in some papercrafting!

So, I'll get off this computer and get my creative mojo started again. Back soon,
Happy Stamping,

Last Deal of the Week

2011-05-25T20:50:00.002+10:00

How quickly did May flash by? This is the last week of our "Deals of the Week" promotion.
This week it is wheels and rub ons.
Pg 62 Right on Track wheel WAS $11.95 NOW $8.37
Pg 68 Retro Remix wheel WAS $11.95 NOW $8.37
Pg 134 Vintage type Rub Ons WERE $15.95 NOW $11.17
Pg 134 Playdate Rub Ons WERE $16.95 NOW $11.87

We also have the NEW promotion that started this week where you can earn an extra $70 worth of free products when you have a party sales total of $450 or more. The $450 is inclusive of postage and handling so actual products ordered only needs to be around $428 to qualify. For this amount you will receive your free level 1 hostess gift plus $110 worth in free product of your choice. How great is that. Why not have a catalogue party and get a few orders from your friends.

If you are one of the first 4 people to contact me with an order of $100 or more while this promotion is on (continues through till end June) you can share in this great offer. I will split the benefits between the 4 people with 3 getting $35 in free product and 1 getting the hostess set. Sound good??? Just drop me a line with your order.

I KNOW IT"S BEEN AGES since I have posted cards on here and I am so sorry. I do have good intentions but I'm not getting anything much done! Will try harder............
Happy Stamping,

New Deal of the week!!

2011-05-18T10:50:00.002+10:00

It's another Wednesday and time for a new deal!!!!
This week Stampin Up have listed ribbons and embellishments. Always great to stock up on those!
Daffodil Delight 5/8" (1.6cm) Satin Ribbon Was $16.95 NOW $11.87
Certainly Celery 3/8" (1cm) Taffeta ribbon Was $12.95 NOW $9.07
Square fire Rhinestone Brads Were $19.95 NOW $13.97
Square Ice Rhinestone Brads Were $19.95 NOW $13.97

So as with each week this month, if you are interested in any of these offers, email me asap so you don't miss out. Many of you took advantage of the pastels when they were reduced last week!
Happy Stamping,

Deals Of The Week!!!!

2011-05-11T17:48:00.003+10:00

Hi all, I've been missing in action for a while I know-moving house and very annoying internet hassles.......but now I'm back.
So this is week 2 of the deals. My regular blog readers who are on my email list should have already seen this via email. If you would like to join my regular email list, please let me know.
OK so this week:
Pg 142 Stampin Pastels New Color Kit (19 colours) Was $28.50 NOW $22.50
Pg 151 "Thanks" Embosslits Die Was $21.95 NOW $17.56
Pg 151 "Sweetest Stem" Embosslits Die Was $21.95 NOW $17.56
Pg 155 Pennant Bigz XL Die Was $74.95 NOW $59.96

If you like to add colour with our beautiful Stampin pastels, and have our original kit, this is a great opportunity to update your kit with the new colours added this year. It comes in it's own sturdy case, colour guide insert, applicators etc....
Email me asap if you'd like to order any of the above items. They are only available till Tuesday 17th May.

I'll be back soon with some new samples to show you from that gorgeous new mini catty of ours.
Happy Stamping,

Autumn Winter Mini is HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2011-04-01T08:23:00.002+11:00

Good Morning Stampers!!!!!! Well it's an exciting day. I love to see the launch of a brand new catty. Our Autumn/Winter Mini is wonderful. You can click on the image in my side bar and see this beautiful collection of new products online. I especially love the buttons and sewing themed products. Very Cute!!!!! If you would like your own copy, let me know and I'll pop one in the post for you. Happy Stamping,

Bliss and Butterflies!

2011-03-26T17:42:00.003+11:00

I think this might have to be my favourite Sale-a-bration set, but I love them all so it's a hard choice! I've teamed it up here with some other current favourites- Big Shot dies -Top Note; Lot's of tags; and Beautiful Wings. These tools make card making so fast and decorative.

Only a few days left to Sale-a-brate. Get in quick if you too would like this stamp set for free.
Happy Stamping,

Don't Forget!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2011-03-07T21:24:00.003+11:00

Just a quick reminder that this is the last month of Sale-a-bration AND the last month of our Summer Mini catalogue. So if you had your heart set on any of the products in the mini catalogue you better act fast because this could be your last chance to purchase. Why not get a $100 order together and get a free set of stamps while you're at it!!!! The sale-a-bration stamp sets are never released again.
Hope your start to Autumn has been fabulous, and on a personal note if you live local to Corrimal NSW, hope to see you this Friday at the Corrimal Primary School Fete (4 to 8pm). I'll be there with my Stampin' Up stand. Drop by and say hi.
Happy Stamping,

Which colours are best???

2011-02-24T17:40:00.003+11:00

So which do you like the best. I demonstrated this card at a party last weekend (hi Lianne), and I love how simply changing colours can make a card look different. I love them both. The softer, pastel colours of the first give a charming feel, where the boldness of the black, red and cream create a whole different look. So what's your pick?

I think I need to add a black pearl for the birds eye! I loved using my antique brads and "love letter" DS papers on this one.

Happy Stamping,

Free stamps!!!!

2011-02-19T10:18:00.003+11:00

Todays cards use stamps from the Sale-a-bration stamp set "Punch Bunch" which can be yours for free!!!!!! So have a look below and then get your orders together and email me so you don't miss out!!

This card alos uses the Top Note die and Lots of tags with the Big Shot; and Short and Sweet stamp set. The heart and owl have both been cut out with our punches.

This card shows how an image can be used however you wish by using markers. I have used the entire image on the main flower shaped greeting, but only used the flowers for the top piece and just repeatedly stamped them along the card. You can't tell here but the scalloped flower is actually punched out of the front and the stamped image is adhered to the inside of the card.

This is the perfect boy card, bold and fairly plain. Again the background is created with the Big Shot and then punches pretty much do the rest!!! I love tools that make craft simple and quick!
So go through your wish list and stock up on your supplies so you can get this or one of the other three gorgeous stamp sets for free.
Happy Stamping,

Time to Sale-a-brate!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2011-01-25T19:53:00.002+11:00

Yes!!! It's finally time to Sale-a-brate and everyone loves free stamps!!!!!!!!!!!
So, click on the image on my right hand side bar to see this year's free stamps and then email me me with your orders- it's that easy!
I'll be back soon with some projects using this year's gorgeous collection of free stamps.
Happy Stamping,

4 Cards and no stamping!!

2011-01-15T10:07:00.003+11:00

Today's post, my first for 2011, is all about using up some of my "stash" from last year!!! I also wanted to show how easy it is to create quick cards using tools other than stamps and ink. The cards below use all Stampin' Up products and were a lot of fun to create.

Finally had a chance to play with my 2 step bird punch for this one AND the new Square Lattice Embossing folder (from the Summer Mini catty) with the Big Shot to create the textured background. I love how it all came together.

I've always loved these DS papers. This is a simple and clean card which was super quick to create. I think I'll make a few sets of these up in different colours. The butterflies are made using the gorgeous Embosslits Die, Beautiful wings, with the Big Shot. This die is excellent value at $21.95 as it cuts out 5 different butterflies at once, with different sizes and patterns.

These two cards again use up some DS paper from my collection and can be used for lots of different occasions. The white flowers were in the old Pretties Kit. You can now purchase a pkt of 40 paper daisies by themselves for just $13.50. (see pg 140 of IB&C). The middle of the flowers was created using the Build a brad Kit. I've punched a circle from the DS papers to attach to each brad.

So there you have it. 4 quick cards made using various tools and bits and pieces. Hope you like them!

Happy Stamping,

New promotion

2010-12-29T18:17:00.004+11:00

Starting tomorrow, Dec 30th, till January 24th, Stampin' Up have a new promotion. If you click on the Valentine Sweethearts image on my right hand side bar you will see the flyer with all the details. You can get a free set of "Heart Treat Cups" with each qualifying purchase.

For something completely unrelated............... I wanted to also post this card I made in early December for my Dad's birthday. At the time I was in full "Christmas projects" mode and even though I made the card, it didn't get posted on here. People are always looking for inspiration for male cards. You can just see the star background that I stamped with versa mark. I multicoloured the greeting with markers and I loved the way it turned out.

If there is something in particular you'd like to see on my blog, please leave a comment and let me know.

Happy Stamping,

The Final Countdown!

2010-12-19T16:43:00.004+11:00

This week I thought I'd share with you some of the cards that I have been receiving from my lovely friends/customers. It is always such a buzz to not only open a hand made card, but to see that it's been made with Stampin Up products!!!! And these are just wonderful. I'll be back between Christmas and New Year with our new promotion starting Dec 30th. Don't forget the December Frenzy though, you can still order from this till Dec 30th if stock hasn't run out. I hope you all have a fabulous festive season.

Happy Stamping,

2 weeks to go!

2010-12-11T18:39:00.004+11:00

Quick post today with the obvious reason- there is ONLY 2 weeks to go! My above cards are a variation on a card I did earlier in the countdown. It is so easy to create a variety of cards using the same basic layout. Here I just changed the image, and with the "Dasher" card I turned the card the other way and added a punched greeting. Still all the same size pieces which make it quick when making lots of cards at once. See my piles of cards below I have been adding to each day. Get a production line going and you'll have heaps of cards to send out in no time at all. One of these may even be heading to your place!!

Happy Stamping,

3 weeks to go!

2010-12-04T18:40:00.004+11:00

With only three weeks to go and only 1 full week of school left before the kids are let loose 24/7, we are in desperate need of quick and easy Xmas projects. These cards are perfect for that! They only use 1 piece of CS so they're economical as well! I just went through my stamps and found various small images that I thought could work for a wreath. Some are from Circle circus, the spiral is from Trendy Trees. Then I just grabbed my markers and randomly started stamping. The greeting is from Curly Cute, one of our new sets of stamps which I just love. You can see below where I turned the card around and then using my Stamp-a-ma-jig, stamped the greeting as 2 words on top of each other.

The last feature I'll point out is the BLING! If you look closely you should be able to see on the spirals I added some Crystal effects and then put some chunky sprinkles over the top. Too easy!
Happy Stamping,

New Month, new promotions!!!!

2010-11-30T16:21:00.004+11:00

December is here!!! For some this means time to start putting up decorations, for most of us it means frenzied last minute shopping!!! Well maybe I can help you there.
We have not only a brand new mini catalogue but also a SALE!!!!!!!
Click on the link below or on the link in the side bar to see the flyer about our DECEMBER FRENZY SALE
http://www3.stampinup.com/au/documents/December_Frenzy_AU_Flyer.pdf

Many items are reduced and some up to 50% so make sure you check it out.
Then make sure you have a look at our brand new catty. Follow the link in the side bar to download your copy. This catalogue runs right through till end of March.
I'll be back soon with more Xmas projects while we count down the last few weeks.
Happy Stamping,

4 weeks to go!!

2010-11-27T18:18:00.003+11:00

I don't have a card to show you this week but I do have exciting news to share:
Starting Dec 1st we have two exciting things happening. Our new Summer Mini Catalogue begins so if you check out my blog on or after this date you'll be able to download the brochure or view it online, or you can email me if you'd like your own copy in the mail. It's always exciting to see all the new stamps, embellishments and DS papers and this mini catalogue is no different.
The other exciting promotion is our December Frenzy Sale!!! For the month of December we have heaps of items discounted up to 50%. There are a whole variety of items including stamps, markers and tools. Make sure you check back on Wed 1st Dec to see the flyer and as always with this sort of sale it is best to get your orders in early. There are no requirements with this sale, no minimum purchase or purchase of regular priced items etc, just order the things you want off the list.
So check back on the 1st...........

Happy Stamping,

5 Weeks to Christmas

2010-11-20T18:24:00.003+11:00

This week I've used all sorts of tools and techniques! Maybe I went a little overboard????? What do you think?
The main part is the medallion stamp in the middle. I have used the emerging colour technique for this one using the Merry Christmas greeting from Contempo Christmas and the swirl from Baroque Motifs on a Whisper White card. Then you stamp the medallion image in versa mark and emboss it clear over the top of your images. You simply apply colour over the top of this either with sponging or brayering and you're left with this multi layered and coloured image.
I cut the medallion out and cut it in half, then adhered it to the Olive Card.
Other features include the sponging around the edges in Olive, versa mark background using one of the small flourishes from the Tiny Tags set, polka dot ribbon and the greeting from Many Merry Messages.
Happy Stamping,

6 Weeks to go!

2010-11-13T20:55:00.003+11:00

Hi all! Oh these weeks are flying by. Half way there! O.K so this week I have again reached for my favourite set for this year, Contempo Christmas. It is really getting a work out and at only $26.95 it is such great value. I have used two of our current In Colors, Poppy Parade and Pear Pizzazz. I just love that you can now get markers in the In Colors. I have made use of them here to multi colour both the tree stamp and the greeting before stamping. The DS paper is from the Level 1 hostess pack which has patterned papers in all 5 In Colors. One last thing in case you're wondering- the scalloped border. I made this using my Square scallop punch. I cut up the square to just use 3 of the sides and lined them up along side each other to make the border. This creates a nice smaller border. I think I'll be making a whole stack of these this year. This card was so quick to make. Hope you like it!

Happy Stamping,

7 Weeks to go!

2010-11-06T13:08:00.002+11:00

This week I have a NON-TRADITIONAL Christmas card for you. This layout was used originally as a birthday card for a friend, in purple & vanilla but I thought by adding a Xmas greeting it could also work as a lovely Christmas card.
The colours are Baja Breeze and the new Concord Crush. The stamp set is Vintage Vogue. Notice how I have used markers on the top right hand corner to get the multi coloured effect, then with versa mark and clear embossing I have used the same image down in the left hand corner. The greeting comes from one of our new Christmas stamp sets, Contempo Christmas.
The vanilla piece is my favourite new toy, the Top Note die for the Big Shot. In one easy step the die cuts out this shape flawlessly and also does the border of fine holes to give this piece an instant look of elegance. Keep a look out for a post on here soon where I show a variety of ways you can use this die.
Till next week,
Happy Stamping,

8 Weeks till Christmas

2010-10-30T17:13:00.004+11:00

I keep saying it but I really don't know where this year has gone. O.K so this week I have a super easy card for you all which is a great one that the kids can join in and help do!
The strips of Real Red, Old Olive and Baja Breeze CS have been put through the Big Shot with the Perfect Polka Dot Embossing folder. So quick and easy! My holly is made with punches. First I punched two large ovals in Old Olive, then with my 1/2 inch circle I went around the edges cutting small half circles out. The berries are also punched with the same 1/2 inch punch. "Happy Holidays" is from our Many Merry Messages set which always gets a work out at this time of year. I really like the clean and simple design of this card. You could whip up a whole stack of these in no time at all.
Till next time,
Happy Stamping,

9 Weeks till Christmas and a SPECIAL OFFER!!

2010-10-23T14:24:00.002+11:00

This week is all about our current offer where you can get some beautiful Christmas ribbons for all your cardmaking, scrapbooking and gift giving needs over the festive season.
Below are the four different spools of ribbon you can receive for free with qualifying orders or parties.

See the link to the flyer on the right side bar for all the details of the promotion. You can purchase product bundles including Xmas stamp sets and coordinating punches or DS papers etc and for each bundle purcahsed you pick one free spool of ribbon. These are worth a minimum of $19.95 each!!!!
Below is the image of the new limited time DS Christmas Cocoa speciality papers, that are featured in one of the product bundles. These are not available in our current catalogue.

Email me with any questions or orders. This promotion will end on November 30th.

Happy Stamping,

10 weeks till Christmas and New Products!

2010-10-16T12:42:00.002+11:00

I have finally had time to play with some new products from the 10/11 Idea Book and Catalogue. If you don't already have a copy let me know and I'll get one to you. At $12.95 each they are such excellent value!
So above I have used 2 new In Colors Concord crush (purple) and Pear Pizzazz (green) which I think look fantastic together for Christmas cards or any time of year for that matter!!
The matching patterned papers are from the DS paper pack which is a 1st Level Hostess Gift option instead of stamps. These often get overlooked but are a great resource to have. They include the 5 new In colours in some gorgeous patterns.
Another new product is the DS paper Newsprint (the musical notes). This set of papers mainly has writing, letters, numbers etc but it also has a page of sheet music which can be used on so many projects.
The image is my friend Dasher. You'll find him on the inside back page of the catalogue for $14.95. He is a single stamp which I know I'll be using a lot this Christmas.
The other new product is the Concord Crush Stitched-Poly Ribbon and the greeting is from our ever popular set Short & sweet that carried over from last year's catalogue.

Happy Stamping,

11 weeks till Christmas

2010-10-09T19:02:00.004+11:00

My FIRST Christmas project for 2010! I thought I would start simple and use my favourite new Xmas set called Sparkly & Bright. This is a gorgeous set 0f 6 stamps with cute smaller images which are perfect for cards and tags. The greeting is from another of our new sets called Contempo Christmas. Notice our new border punch along the top of the card!!! Isn't it cute!

Hope you like them.

Happy Stamping,

Countdown till Christmas !!!

2010-10-05T22:05:00.002+11:00

WHAT????? Yes folks I'm sorry to scare you but yes we are now officially within 12 weeks of Christmas. Each Saturday for the next 11 weeks I'll be posting a Christmas themed project for you all. There are a lot of exciting new products to share with you. I have had NO time at all lately for stamping and still don't have my samples from the new catalogue ready to show you like I promised. It won't happen overnight...... but it will happen!
So stay tuned. This Saturday you will see the first of my countdown projects and more regular blogging after that.

Happy Stamping,

September promotion: Join the In Crowd!!

2010-09-10T20:32:00.003+10:00

Yes that's right!! By joining Stampin' Up and my team in September you will get the following:
*The starter kit at the fabulous new price of $289.00
*A complete set of In Colors- that's stampin pads, Stampin' Write markers, and an assortment of cardstock- completely FREE. That's $84.90 worth FREE!!
Contact me asap for more details!!

Happy Stamping,

Brand New Catalogue

2010-09-01T18:52:00.003+10:00

The first day of September, the first day of spring, the first day for our brand new Idea Book and Catalogue!!!!!!! We have been waiting a long time for this and it's finally here and you won't be disappointed.
Click on the cover image in my right hand side bar and view the online version! If you prefer a copy all of your own, they are only $12.95 and such amazing value.
I have also included the link to the online list of supplies for all the projects in the catalogue. This is a fantastic resource because if you are like me and need lots of inspiration, find a card or project you like the look of and then go to this link to see the colours and materials they used to create it.
I will be back soon with all my new samples to share with you!!!!!!

Happy Stamping,

Last Chance to order from the 09/10 Catalogue

2010-08-03T20:39:00.003+10:00

Yes, we are now in the last month of our 09/10 Idea Book and Catalogue. Starting next month there will be a whole new catalogue and to make room for all the new stamp sets and accessories we need to clear out a whole heap of gear!!!

The list is LONG and includes items from all parts of the catty, stamps, inks, cardstock, embellishments etc... So make sure you have a good look through to check if your favourites are retiring.

Please note that some items are on the list but will return in different packaging or styles etc.. Check the list closely where this is indicated.

Some items are reduced up to 50% and this is also shown on the list.

So click on the image on the right hand side and start making your list of items you need to stock up on before they are gone for good! Then email me with your order asap so you don't miss out!!

Happy Stamping,

July Specials

2010-07-04T14:01:00.005+10:00

Hi everyone, let's do the two step!!!!

Two step stamping that is. Throughout the month of July you can order the following sets of stamps at 20% off!!!

Pg 39 Loads of Love Was $39.95 NOW $31.96

Pg 42 Big Bold Birthday ** Was $53.95 NOW $43.16

Pg 78 A Rose is a Rose ** Was $66.95 NOW $53.56

Pg 86 Playful Petals ** Was $52.95 NOW $42.36

Pg 98 Cheep Talk Was $47.95 NOW $38.36 (used in cards above)

Pg 115 Wonderful Favourites Was $39.95 NOW $31.96

Autumn Mini Catalogue:

Pg 14 Tiny Tags (Wood mount) Was $38.95 NOW $31.16

Pg 14 Tiny Tags (Clear mount) Was $28.95 NOW $23.16

Pg 31 Cottage Graden (wood mount) Was $32.95 NOW $26.36

Pg 31 Cottage Garden (clear mount) Was $24.95 NOW $19.96

**Items marked with this are Retiring sets at end of August. Get them now before they are gone forever!

Below is a card made with the gorgeous Cottage Garden stamp set.

See how the flowers have a dark outline and lighter on the insides. They have been stamped twice using the specially designed two step stamps. So easy!!!!

And below are the two cards made with the Cheep Talk stamp set. This is such a cute little set with two birds, flowers, the branch etc...

Also don't forget you can still purchase the starter kit at 20% off. Why not join this month and get any of the stamp sets above at a further 20% off with your demonstrator discount!!!!! Email me today and ask me how!

Happy Stamping,

4th Deal of the week!!!

2010-06-23T19:15:00.004+10:00

Yes! Embellishments are on special. We all love to add a little bit of "bling" or ribbon to our projects but that can be the most expensive part!

But at these prices it is much more affordable!

Square Rhinestone Brads- Ice, Were $19.95 NOW $11.97

Circle Rhinestone Brads- Ice, Were $19.95 NOW $11.97

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Square Rinestone Brads- Fire, Were $19.95 NOW $11.97

Bashful Blue 1" double-stitched grosgrain ribbon, Was $19.95 NOW $10.97

Certainly Celery 5/8" grosgrain ribbon, Was $14.95 NOW $8.97

remember these are only on special till June 30th!
Happy Stamping,

Deal of the week No.3

2010-06-19T17:12:00.003+10:00

This weeks' special is all about Stamps !!!!!!!

Pg 34 A Happy Heart stamp set was $41.95 NOW $20.98
Pg 57 Greetings Eight stamp set was $49.95 NOW $24.98
Pg 78 Bella's Bloom stamp set was $24.95 NOW $14.97
Pg 97 Enjoy Every Moment stamp set was $53.95 NOW $26.98
Pg 105 All Scallops stamp set was $55.95 NOW $27.98

Below is a card using one of the greeting stamps in "Greetings Eight". Excellent value set at only $24.98 for 8 stamps!!!! It has greetings for dad, mum, Easter,thanks, congratulations,birthday, wedding/engagement, and "for your shower" which could be baby, wedding etc... Below is the "dad" stamp.

Happy Stamping,

Deal of the week No.2

2010-06-09T19:19:00.006+10:00

Hi everyone! Yes week 2 is already here. The punches were a big hit and I think you're going to love the sale on Designer Series Papers!!!!
Haiku Designer Series paper was $16.95 NOW $10.17
Pink Flamingo Designer Series paper was $16.95 NOW $11.02
Tea Party Designer Series paper was $16.95 NOW $10.17
Raspberry Tart Designer Series paper was $16.95 NOW $11.02
Sweet Slumber Specialty Designer Series paper was $22.95 NOW $14.92
Patterned paper is so handy to have around. You can use it in so many ways. Scrapbooking, cardmaking, use it on 3D items, tags. Be creative, make your own paper dolls clothes, use it for origami etc...
Below is a card I have made previously which use the Haiku DS papers:

I'm having some trouble uploading photos at the moment. If you look back through my blog you will find cards using Tea Party and Pink Flamingo papers as well.
Email me with you orders before Tuesday 15th. I'm offering free postage on this weeks' special!
Happy Stamping,

June Deal of the week No.1

2010-06-01T08:26:00.004+10:00

A short and sweet post this morning before I head to work. Just had to let you know about the first deal of the week for June. This special is only around for one week, so get your orders in
asap. No minimum order.

For just one week you can purchase the above punches for just $20.12 each.!!!! That's a saving of 35% . Buy one or buy them all. Just order quickly!!!!

Happy Stamping,

Happy Mothers' Day !!!!!

2010-05-09T19:09:00.003+10:00

I hope all my readers have had a lovely Mothers' Day today. Just wanted to post this card that I made quite a long time ago now, but, I have always loved because it can be used for any occasion. By making cards with sentiments like "just for you" or "thinking of you" etc... you will always have on hand a ready supply of cards no matter what you need them for.

I am not taking any credit for this card, it was completely cased from another blog, but it was so long ago I can't remember who the original artist was. I hope you are inspired by it just like I was to go ahead and make your own.

Happy Stamping,

Vintage Vogue

2010-04-14T14:38:00.003+10:00

Todays post is to show you 2 more samples using brand new products. This time, Vintage Vogue stamp set and 2 of our new colours, Melon Mambo and Soft Suede. Please note, if you are looking for my post about a product share with the new colours, keep scrolling down to previous posts. There are other samples using Rich Razzleberry in a previous post below as well.

This card uses the 2 flower images from the set and the leaf image. This is such a quick but effective card layout I use a lot. You don't have to worry too much about where you are stamping. The white cardstock is layered on the new Melon Mambo and then I have added the matching polka dot ribbon. The greeting is a white rub on.

This card features our Soft Suede cardstock. I have then used Chocolate Chip and Sahara Sand inks on the flowers which have all been cut out by hand. The brads are our gorgeous Neutrals Assortment in Chocolate and Vanilla. The border stamp and greeting are also from the Vintage Vogue set and have been stamped in Chocolate chip. The result is a lovely card in natural tones.

Keep scrolling down to see how to get a variety pack of these great new colours.

Happy Stamping,

New Colours!!!

2010-04-12T18:32:00.004+10:00

There are so many great things about the new mini it's hard to know what features to highlight first! But, I promised a share with the new "In colours" so see below for all the details.

Now, speaking of colours, Stampin Up' have just announced some BIG NEWS about their colour families and the changes that will take place with our new catalogue starting in September. We are getting a few brand new colours and many of the "In Colours" (past and present) will become members of the permanent colour families. This will mean we also farewell quite a few of our existing colours but don't worry- if you have personal favourites that you just can't live without, you still have right up till the end of August to stock up on your supplies! I have links below to the pdf files with both the new colour families and the list of retiring colours. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions. Over the next few months we will gradually learn more about these changes and I will keep you up to date with all the latest.

What we do know is that the three new In colours, that appear in our current mini WILL be part of our new permanent colour family line up.

So, lets do a share!!

For the sale price of $30.00, you can have:

12 sheets of A4 cardstock in each of the 3 new colours (Melon Mambo, Soft Suede & Rich razzleberry)= 36 sheets
Plus
1/3 spool of Polka-Dot grosgrain ribbon (pictured above) in each of the same colours (approx 4 1/2 m of each)

Added Option: Also order 1 of each colour ink pad to match for the total bargain of $65.00 ! Free postage.

Contact me today with your order for this offer or any of the other great products in our Autumn/Winter Mini catalogue.

The pdf of the new colours can be found at:
http://www3.stampinup.com/au/documents/New_Colors_AU_NZ_0410.pdf

The pdf of the retiring colours can be found at:
http://www3.stampinup.com/au/documents/Fond_Farewell_Colors_AU_NZ_0410.pdf

Happy Stamping,

1st mini catalogue samples

2010-04-02T10:36:00.003+11:00

I love the start of a new catalogue! My time has been limited lately, and when you have a break from stamping you can often lose your "mojo", but with a table full of new products to play with my enthusiasm is back!!!!
So my first two samples feature the products which were at the top of my wish list! Rich Razzleberry Cardstock and ink; Razzleberry Polka dot grosgrain ribbon; Cottage Wall DS paper and the matching stamp set Cottage Garden.

I love flower images with the 2 step stamping technique and also love how Stampin Up always coordinate their products. I'm mentioning the word love a lot to day! Have I said how much I LOVE THIS MINI!!!!!

We finally have the BIG SHOT diecutting machine with exlcusive Stampin' Up dies; We have 3 new colours; We have the option of buying stamps in the clear mount variety on acrylic blocks; AND we have a new punch design that is so much easier to store!!! No wonder this is our biggest mini yet!

I'll be back soon with more great new products to show you!
Happy Stamping,

New Mini Catalogue!!!!

2010-04-01T21:40:00.002+11:00

YES! It's the start of April which means our new mini catalogue has gone live! You can click on the image on the right hand side bar to see the entire catalogue. If you are already on my mailing list you will get your copy in the mail very soon. Otherwise, drop me a line and let me know your details and I'll get one to you. It's our biggest mini yet.

I have 2 samples to show so far, with lots more coming now that it's school hol's (yes!) and I have more time for stamping!!!!! But I have left it too late tonight to take good photos, so will post again first thing tomorrow.

I will be doing some product shares with the new "In colours" and DS papers, so if this interests you keep checking my blog for the details.
Till tomorrow,
Happy Stamping,

Time is running out!!!!!!

2010-03-17T21:27:00.002+11:00

No project to show you today sorry, just a reminder that March is quickly slipping by and that means you don't have long to get your Sale-a-bration freebies OR order from the Summer Mini Catalogue. After March 31st they are both gone.

My regular customers know about this already, but for those who don't, IF you place a $100 order with me before March 31st, not only will you get your free sale-a-bration set of your choice, but you'll also get one of the following prizes:
$20 voucher to spend
Live like you mean it (level 1 hostess set)
Best Yet (level 1 hostess set) OR
Sweet little sentinments (level 1 hostess set)

Contact me today with your orders!!
Happy Stamping,

Quick post today

2010-03-06T18:56:00.003+11:00

Hi all,

A quick post today to show you my latest card using a SAB set. You need your Stamp-a-ma-jig for this one!!!! Hope you like it. The DS paper and buttons are from our Summer Mini which will end at the end of this month. Make sure you get your orders to me asap before you miss out!!!!

If you would like a full list of supplies, leave me a comment and let me know. Also as always, if you have any questions at all about our products, ordering, or becoming a demo like me and getting all your own supplies cheaper or even free!!!!!!!- Just drop me a line! Remember, if you join up before the end of March you will receive a free set of stamps of your choice up to the value of $77.95!!!!

Happy Stamping,

Another sample using our free stamps!!

2010-02-28T18:20:00.003+11:00

Quick and easy cards get a big tick of approval from me these days. While this card used quite a few bits and pieces to create, it was straight forward and took hardly any time at all!

So I have used not one but 3 of our SAB sets of stamps which as you all know are free till the end of March with a qualifying order or party.

The flowers are from "Happy moments", the frame around the greeting is from "Vintage labels" and the greeting is from "Whismical words". Because the frames in our labels set are designed to match our existing punches perfectly, it made creating this card so easy. Hint: punch the hole in your card front first, then with the card closed, stamp the image in the hole created so it all lines up perfectly.

Other materials used: Always Artichoke CS , grosgrain ribbon and ink. Blender pens and Pink passion ink pad. Stamp-a-ma-jig, snail adhesive.

You could really "step up" this card with other colours and layers of CS, sponging round the edges etc

Have a play and see what you can come up with!

Happy Stamping,

P.S One of my favourite Stampin' Up Demonstrator blogs (as included in my blog list in the side bar) will be closing soon. Karen Thomas's blog "Luv to stamp" will end during March. Make sure you visit her blog before she goes and see all the amazing creations she has on there.

Vintage labels with a difference!

2010-02-24T21:11:00.002+11:00

I just adore these Kaleidoscope DS papers, it will be hard to say goodbye to them when the Summer mini finishes at the end of March. It is also hard to go past FREE STAMPS!!!!!! This card features one of our 2010 Sale-a-bration stamps, "Vintage Labels" which I've seen samples of popping up everywhere in blogland. I tried to do something a little bit different.

I have stamped the oval image 3 times on white CS and then punched them out with the wide oval punch. I then just lined them up along the side and adhered a piece of DS paper over the top. So quick and easy!! Doesn't it make a great border pattern! Then to continue the oval theme I then grabbed my small oval punch and punched a variety of "petals" from the same papers to create my flower. The greeting is also from the Vintage Labels set, I have punched this out with our 1" circle punch. A piece of white grosgrain ribbon and it's done!

If you wish to get hold of this set, or any of the other free stamp sets available, make sure you email me soon as time is running out. Remember these are limited edition sets which you will not see again. I will have more cards to show you throughout the next couple of weeks.

Happy Stamping,

I am still here!!!!

2010-02-22T21:05:00.002+11:00

Just a quick note to say I am still here in papercraft land, just buried somewhere under a pile of kids, work, housework and life in general.

I am happy to report though that I can see a light at the end of this tunnel, and will have another post VERY SOON with samples to show you. As you know we are full swing in the middle of Sale-a-bration but time is running out. So if you haven't contacted me already, OR if you have decided you just HAVE to have another free set of stamps (who doesn't like a freebie!), email me with your order before it's too late!!!

Happy Stamping,

It's time to Sale-a-brate!!!

2010-01-25T12:50:00.006+11:00

This is one of the most exciting promotions in our Stampin' Up calendar! You don't want to miss this. From today until the end of March is our "Sale-a-bration" promotion where everyone can earn free sets of stamps. Click on the brochure in the right hand bar to see the wonderful stamp sets you can get for free!!!!

The card above uses the adorable new bird cage stamp which is part of the "Happy Moments" set. I have teamed it up with the tree image from "Thoughts and prayers" and then used the coordinating colours as featured in the DS paper available in our current Summer mini catalogue, Tall Tales. I added an extra piece of this paper to a Build-a-brad for my embellishment. You could use this stamp and this card for so many occasions.

So what are you waiting for, check out the brochure and see just how easy it is to get your limited edition stamp sets for free. If you would like a copy of the brochure or the Summer Mini just send me your details and I'll pop one in the post for you.

Haiti Relief Fundraiser
From now until the end of Feb Stampin' Up have organised to donate $2 from the sale of every I{heart} hearts stamp set, from the Summer Mini catalogue, pg 6, to the American Red Cross for Haiti relief. Stampin' Up always support much needed disaster relief and this is no different. Order this set of stamps as part of your Sale-a-bration order and you will be doing your part to help! Contact me today. Orders can be posted to anywhere in Australia.

Happy Stamping,

A scrapbook page

2010-01-21T17:17:00.004+11:00

I've been catching up on some scrapbooking over the holiday period, and you can see from this layout how "behind" I am. I'm getting there!! I've kept this layout very simple in it's design with no added embellishments. Instead I have let the stamping be the focus and absolutely love how the tree decorations and Christmas tree have turned out by using markers on the stamps in the coordinating colours featured in the paper and photos. All products used for this layout are from Stampin' Up although some are now retired.

I'll have some more pages for you soon.

Happy Stamping,

Competition Winner!

2010-01-16T17:30:00.002+11:00

Hi everyone! Well we have a winner for my competition. "Kris" was the lucky name pulled out from the winning answers, which were Baroque Motifs, Fifth Avenue Floral, Life Definitions and Great Friend. Well done Kris, you just need to contact me with your address and contact details so I can post your prize off to you. Thanks to everyone who entered.

Happy Stamping,

Competition!!!

2010-01-09T10:08:00.004+11:00

Hi all,

Well it's my 3rd anniversary of being a Stampin' Up Demonstrator and I thought I would celebrate by giving you the chance to receive the gifts!!!!!

Below is a card I have made and what you need to do is leave me a comment telling me which 4 different stamp sets I have used to make the card.

So here is the card:

I just love this card. It uses Kraft CS as the base and then I have used the gorgeous Bella Blue DS papers. I have sponged around the pieces in Chocolate chip ink and Not quite navy. These are the colours the images are stamped in as well. So which stamp sets have I used?????? I will give you one clue: One of the sets was in our Spring Mini catalogue.

The competition will close on Jan 16th when one winner will be drawn from all the correct answers. Your prize will be the Level 2 hostess set Autumn Flair and a Stampin' Up note pad and fridge magnet.

Good luck to everyone! Competition is open to Australian residents only.

Happy Stamping,

More summer catalogue samples

2010-01-05T11:35:00.002+11:00

Here are some more samples for you from our current mini catalogue. To view this catalogue online simply click on the image in the right side bar. If you would like a copy of your own just drop me a line and I'll send one to you. Orders can be placed anytime for any amount and I can have your order posted to anywhere in Australia.

First up is my animal card using the Tall Tales DS papers. I have used two different sheets from this set and simply teamed them up with some whisper white CS for the main card and the coordinating Old Olive CS. The "Happy birthday" greeting is from Stem sayings and I have used the omitting technique to just use the phrase once. The buttons are from our designer buttons, Button Latte. Please note the wide Chocolate Chip ribbon is actually on sale this month in our Inventory Clearance for $14.96

Next is a card using the For Everything stamp set. I have kept this one fairly simple and "clean". Sometimes I really like the less is more theory. By stamping the pink flower on a separate piece, cutting it out and raising it up on a Stampin' dimensional, this gave the card a little more depth. Then I simply added a small scalloped piece down the right hand edge for a little splash of extra colour. What do you think?

My last sample for this post features our new Polka Dot grosgrain ribbon. The best part about this ribbon is that on the other side it just has the double stitched edge so you get two different design options in the one ribbon! I have also used the new Playground Designer buttons. (Note:The yellow one is actually a rhinestone brad available in our Idea book and catalogue). I wanted to also highlight the Pink Flamingo DS paper I have used here as this is also on special in our Inventory clerance this month for $12.71.

Happy Stamping,

Summer Fun

2010-01-03T17:04:00.003+11:00

Here is my first sample that I promised I would show you from the Summer Mini. I just love the bright colours in our Kaleidoscope DS papers. The coordinating colours are Tempting Turquoise, Pixie Pink, Only Orange, Summer Sun and Pink Passion. The stamp set I have used is called For Everything, this is such a useful set and economical being a set of 11 for only $47.95. The full list of supplies is under the picture.

Supplies:
Card base: Tempting Turquoise
Other: Whisper White; Pixie Pink; Kaleidoscope DS paper.
Stamps: For Everything
Other: Cutting kit (to distress edges); Scallop Oval punch; Oval punch (One oval punched out in Pixie Pink, then cut in two and spread out so able to be seen at each end under the scalloped oval) PLEASE NOTE: Even though the scallop oval punch was in the Spring Mini which has now ended, the scallop oval punch is still available for $30.95.

Please scroll down to see the current specials we have on this month etc....

Happy Stamping,

Happy New Year!!!!

2010-01-01T12:22:00.003+11:00

Welcome to 2010!!!! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and that 2010 brings all you hope it to.

There are many exciting things to look forward to with Stampin' Up this year. I am currently working on several samples to show you lots of our new products and accessories.

Don't forget our CLEARNCE SALE is still on until Jan 24th so if you haven't already make sure you check out the list, there are so many great bargains up for grabs. Here is the link again:
www3.stampinup.com/au/documents/inventory_clearance_1209_AUNZ.pdf

Also, SALE-A-BRATION is just around the corner! Remember you can earn free stamps from ordering, hosting a party and/or joining my team!!! Start thinking about having a party now and book a date so you don't miss out!

Also, our SUMMER MINI catalogue is still running right through till end of March. I'll be back soon with lots to show you using some of the fantastic products featured in there.

Happy Stamping,

1 week till Christmas!!!!

2009-12-18T13:55:00.004+11:00

O.K, seriously, where did that 12 weeks go???

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my customers and blog readers a safe and happy Christmas with their families. Don't forget to take lots of photos so you can have lots of fun scrapbooking in the New Year!!!!

Below is my last handmade Christmas card for the year. I have cased the lovely work of LeeAnn Greff for this one (Flowerbug's Inkspot). Here is her card:

And here is my take on it:

I have used our Holiday Treasures DS papers, a diecut self adhesive "bauble" from the I wish scrap kit and two of my favourite things: scallop circle punch and the Best Yet stamp set.

I hope you have enjoyed this 12 week count down and make sure you check out the Inventory Clerance sale if you haven't already, and get ready for Sale-a-bration starting Jan 25th!!!

Happy Stamping

Clearance Sale !!!!!!!

2009-12-14T20:53:00.003+11:00

BIG NEWS !!!!!!!

Stampin' Up are having a clearance sale from tomorrow (15th Dec) till Jan 24th. There are some amazing bargains up for grabs! As you should know all Stampin' Up stamps produced from now on are die cut for super easy mounting onto blocks. While this transition has been coming in, they have been left with a heap of stamp sets that are still the old "square cut" style.

So, to clear this stock out to make way for all new die cut stamps, many of the sets that are in our current Idea book and catalogue have been reduced.

I anticipate many of these are going to sell fast. There are alphabet sets reduced from $77.95 to $38.98!!!!!

Contact me now to place your order. Please note, normal p&h charges apply and this promotion does not coincide with Sale-a-bration, that begins on Jan 25th.

The link to see the list of all the sale items is below:
www3.stampinup.com/au/documents/inventory_clearance_1209_AUNZ.pdf

Happy Stamping,

2 Weeks till Christmas!!!

2009-12-12T15:36:00.003+11:00

O.K now it's getting close!!

For this week's post I decided to show you some presents I have made. Covering journals is a really easy thing to do and they look so great when they're done. They make a wonderful present when you want to achieve that personal touch.

For the "Susan" and "Kylie" journals I have used the gorgeous new DS papers from the Summer Mini Catalogue called Kaleidoscope. One of the 12x12 papers in this set include the gorgeous butterfly I have used here. I simply cut the image out and made it the main feature of the design. I have also used the papers to cover our chipboard letters, and used our spiral punch down the edge.

For the "Mrs V" journal I have used the DS papers called Sweet Always . For this example I also used a variety of our products to make up the flower embellishment including our Pretties Kit, Blooms die cuts, Filigree designer brads and a chocolate chip flower brad from the Spring Mini (now retired).

I hope this has inspired you to make some handmade gifts of your own!

Remember you still have time to make a last minute order for supplies. Also, a great gift for those hard to buy for is a Stampin Up Gift Voucher. Just send me an email letting me know how much you'd like a gift voucher for and I'll send one to you straight away.

Happy Stamping,

3 Weeks till Christmas

2009-12-04T18:58:00.002+11:00

I think this might be the one stamp set I have used the most out of all my stamps!! Season Of Joy (pg 31 of catalogue) has so many ways that it can be used. When you are on a very tight budget, versatile stamp sets are very important!

This card may look involved but it was so easy to make. This is a basic 5" Real red square card with 16 small 1" squares cut out in Whisper White. Then I just stamped away, varying my colours and not worrying about how images lined up because I wanted a very random look. I then sponged around the edges of each square and adhered them to the card. You could easily add some ribbon or other brads/embellishments if you desired but I liked how the card looked left as it was.

Happy Stamping,

Summer Mini Catalogue is here!!!!

2009-12-01T21:33:00.003+11:00

I'm so excited to introduce our new mini catalogue to you!!!! As sad as it was to see the end of the Spring Mini, it's always fun to have brand new products.
I'm busy making up new samples to show you all and have lots to share from our annual regional seminar.
If you are one of my current customers and on my mailing list you should either have your free copy of the Summer Mini already OR expect it to arrive in the next couple of days. If anyone has moved in the last 3 to 4 months you will need to send me your updated details.
I have more copies here looking for a home, so please don't hesitate to contact me if you would like a copy of your own OR alternatively you can click on the picture in the right side bar to view the catalogue online.

Happy Stamping,

4 weeks till Christmas

2009-11-27T20:23:00.003+11:00

With only 4 weeks to go it's time to start decorating the house !!! Sure, you can go out and buy just about any decoration you can think of these days, they light up and play music....... BUT call me old fashioned, I prefer the old traditions of making your own paper chains and baubles. So in the 5 minutes I had tonight, between taking kids to dance classes, cooking tea and getting the washing off the line, I had a play and made a few things as you can see above.

No special tools or creativity required, just have some fun. It's economical too because you can use up all your scraps and leftover bits etc... I'm sure you can get a lot more advanced than these examples here. We're in for a hot weekend here, a good excuse to stay indoors with the kids and get creative.

Happy Stamping,

5 weeks till Christmas

2009-11-20T21:25:00.004+11:00

Oh these 12 weeks have just vanished! Is it really only 5 to go???

Tomorrow I am off to Sydney for a day full of stamping fun at our annual regional training day. It is a whole day spent with a wonderful group of fellow Stampin' Up Demonstrators. We get a free stamp set that is as yet unreleased and usually make 3 or 4 projects using it. I always learn something new and have a lovely time catching up with everyone.

An optional feature of the day is swapping cards with each other. You can make as many or few as you want and you come home with lots of great samples from other demonstrators.
Below is the card I have made for this year, I have been busy stamping away and managed to make up 30 of these, so after tomorrow should have 30 different cards in return.

I have used my favourite Christmas paper this year, Ski Slope (only available till Nov 30th) and a strip of real read CS cut using our eyelet border punch. Then I wanted to create something a little different, and use stamps that are not specifically Christmas stamps. The Kiwi Kiss swirly leafy pattern is actually the seaweed image from our Ocean Commotion set. I have stamped this 3 times, using the Stamp-a-ma-jig to position it neatly in three different directions. The small red flower is a small flower from the Always set. Then I just finished it off with a greeting from the Best Yet stamp set from our Level 1 hostess gifts. It was quite a quick card to make in a production line (when you have 30 to make!!!).

Till next week,
Happy Stamping,

6 weeks till Christmas

2009-11-14T08:54:00.003+11:00

Cute & quick projects!!! That's what we like. Especially this week when I'm flat out with no time to spare. This is just a fun little project that the kids can help do. I bought a big pkt of plastic pegs from a discount shop and then decorated them to use for hanging up your Xmas cards or adding decorations to your tree.

I used a small Christmas set called "Hung up on the holidays" (now retired), but you can use any images you like, and then simply punched the image out with a circle punch, layered this on a scalloped circle and then adhered it to the top of the peg. You could also add a magnet to the back!

I have packaged mine up in lots of 4 to be sold at a school fundraising stall. This was also quick and easy to do using our celophane bags and a little cardstock or DS paper folded and stapled along the top.

Before I go this week a quick update about the "Gift giving guide" promotion. If you do spend the $85, you now have the choice of EITHER a scallop square punch OR the "Boho Blossoms" punch. If you want further details please send me a comment or email.

Happy Stamping,

7 weeks till Christmas!

2009-11-06T21:32:00.003+11:00

How fast are these weeks flying by??? Now that November is upon us there's lots to think about.

This is the LAST month for our Spring Mini Catalogue so if you haven't placed your orders already, time is running out.
I'm still hoping to add more members to my team while the "Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign" is on. Remember, not only will Stampin Up make a donation of $5 for every new demonstrator, but you will receive a free pink ink pad and pack of DS paper!!!!
Our new promotion is now on with our "GIFT GIVING GUIDE". Order $85 worth and receive a free scalloped square punch! See below for details.

Now for this week's sample. I have made up a small gift bag, inspired again from the wonderful Makeesha Byl. Some of my local customers will recognise this from workshops earlier in the year. I have adapted the design here for a Christmas theme. Please note the Ski Slope papers and scalloped oval punch used above are only available till the end of the month in the mini catalogue.

Materials used:
Carousel Notes , used 2 in Baja Breeze (page 131)
Real Red CS for box on inside of gift bag (can't see this in photo)
Ski Slope DS paper; Scallop oval punch; Real red grosgrain ribbon; jumbo eyelets; Real red ink pad;
Other: snail adhesive, cropodile to punch holes and set eyelets.

If you would like a link for a tutorial on how to make this project just post a comment or send me an email. Till next week,

Happy Stamping,

November Special

2009-11-04T18:15:00.005+11:00

November is here and a new month means a new Stampin' Up Special for you! Some people are hard to buy for but this year Stampin' Up has a "gift giving guide" to help make it easier. The best part is if you purchase $85.00 worth from the guide, you will receive a scalloped square punch worth $30.95 absolutely free!!!!

Click on http://www3.stampinup.com/au/documents/Holiday_Extravaganza_GGG_AU_1009.pdf

to see the flyer in full.

This offer is only available till Dec 14th so get in quick so you don't miss out.

Happy Stamping,

8 Weeks to Christmas

2009-10-30T19:27:00.002+11:00

This week I have a very easy project for you all, making gift card holders. These days you can purchase gift cards just about everywhere and they make a very easy present for those "hard to buy for". Below are two holders I made up in hardly any time at all, which are the sort of projects we need at this busy time of year!

The holders open up by untying the ribbon, and inside is a middle flap where the gift card slides into. You also have plenty of room to write on the inside so it becomes a card as well.

You can find a tutorial for this project (and the place I find a lot of my inspiration) over at Makeesha Byl's blog. A link to her blog is on my side bar. Once at her site if you scroll down you will find "Make it Monday" Tutorials and under this is "Gift Card Holders". There are actually 3 different types, the one I used above is the third tutorial. You will notice that I chose to use Designer series paper etc for my decorations, rather than a Stampin Around Wheel. This meant my entire project was actually Stamp and ink free to make it an even quicker project.

The materials list for my designs are:
Cardstock: Kiwi Kiss, Riding Hood Red & Whisper White.
DS Paper: Ski Slope (from Spring Mini-only available till end of Nov)
Ribbons: Riding Hood Red Taffeta & Kiwi Kiss Satin.
Other: Self Adhesive diecut embellishments from "I wish" Simply Scrappin Kit; Scallop Circle punch; 1 3/8" circle punch; Sticky Strip & Snail Adhesives; paper cutter.

I hope you have enjoyed this week's Christmas project.
Happy Stamping,

9 weeks till Christmas

2009-10-24T10:19:00.003+11:00

Join My Team!!!!!!!!

For this week's count down to Christmas I wanted to highlight the present you can give to yourself- Becoming a Stampin' Up Demonstrator!!!!!

Now is the best time to join my team "The Fine Prints" because not only do you receive all your normal benefits from being a demonstrator, but if you join between 1st October and 31st December, Stampin' Up will donate $5 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation AND you will receive both a free pack of Raspberry Tart Designer Series Paper and a Pretty In Pink Classic Stampin' Pad to help you get started.

There are many other reasons why this time of year is a great time to join, please send me an email if you are interested to hear more and I will be happy to send you a free info pack.

Happy Stamping,

10 weeks to Christmas!!!

2009-10-16T20:44:00.003+11:00

Hi stampers, yes now only 10 weeks to Christmas. And this week I have a product to highlight from our fantastic range. The Simply Scrappin' kits are great value and have so many uses. Not only are they a must for scrapbookers but they can be used to make quick and easy cards, gift tags, gift bags etc... Here is a picture of some of the samples you could make using our "I wish" kit with it's Christmas theme.

The kit is only $36.95 and for this you get 8 sheets of textured 12"x12" cardstock, 6 sheets of exclusive double sided Designer Series paper and 6 sheets of exclusive, self-adhesive die cuts. Below are 2 simple 3"x3" gift cards I whipped up in a few minutes. All I needed was my paper cutter to cut out the 3" cards from the textured cardstock then I just peeled and attached the die cut pieces. The only thing used not already in the kit was a red rhinestone brad. Too easy.

Don't forget our October specials. Scroll down to previous posts for all the details. Time is running out.

Till next week,
Happy Stamping,

11 weeks to Christmas !!!

2009-10-09T15:43:00.003+11:00

Yes, one week has finished already, only 11 weeks till Christmas now! I'm cheating today with a card I actually made last year. From memory this was cased from another demonstrator but as it was 12 months ago I can't remember who. It was one of my favourites so I really wanted to share it with you. It's school holidays here and while that should mean more time for stamping, I am away from home for a week so have left all my stamping gear behind.

This card features a very easy technique where you create a collage of images to make what looks like your own patterned paper. It's very quick as the placement of each stamped image isn't important. For the "very merry" greeting at the bottom I have used my oval punches to create the layered image and this is actually adhered to the inside of the card. I have then lined up the oval punch on the front of the card so you can see the words through the "window".

This is a useful technique because it adds decoration and the greeting to both the front and inside of your card at the same time.

Don't forget our October specials. Please scroll down to the previous posts for all the details. Stampin' Up have the World Card Making Day promo, and I have my product bundle special that you can order for this month only.

Happy Stamping,

Celebrating World Card Making Day

2009-10-03T18:41:00.004+10:00

During October Stampin' Up are celebrating World Card Making Day NOT just for a day, BUT for the whole month. The special offer for this month is if you buy a Simply Sent Card Elements Kit you can buy the coordinating stamp set at 20% off !!!

These kits are featured on pages 140 and 141 in the Idea Book and Catalogue. You can click on the image on the side bar to see the online catalogue.

If you like you can mix and match the kits and stamp sets. That is, buy the "flower power" elements kit for $30.95, but instead of getting the matching stamp set "Wow Flowers", you may prefer "Starring You", these become $19.96 at the discounted 20% off price. Just let me know in your email when you order which kits and stamp sets you are getting. There is no limit to this offer. Buy 3 kits, get 3 stamp sets at 20% off.

This month we also have a promotion with joining Stampin Up (I'll give you more details about that soon) and of course I have my own special as outlined in the post below. Lots happening in October . I look forward to hearing from you all soon.

Happy Stamping,

12 weeks of Christmas!!!!!

2009-10-02T16:16:00.005+10:00

To get over the scary thought that it is ONLY 12 weeks till Christmas, I thought I would start counting down in a fun way instead. Over the next 12 weeks I will be showing you lots of Christmas card ideas, gift ideas, and putting together lots of great packages to purchase along the way with great savings for you!

So, for this our first week (or week 12 of our countdown), I have made the card above which was very quick and easy. This is for those of us who like to make their own Xmas cards with a minimal of fuss. The best way to do this is come up with just 1 or 2 designs that are easy to churn out in a production line style. It is then easy to make a whole stack of cards in no time at all.

For this card I have used patterned papers from Bella Rose and the coordinating colours Riding hood red and Kiwi Kiss. The greeting is from the Level 1 hostess stamp set Best Yet. You might not have considered the Bella Rose papers as Christmas paper before, but if you have a closer look at them they lend themselves very nicely to the season.

My Special Offer For You

I have put together the following bundle which includes many of the items I used in the card above:

1/2 pkt Bella Rose Patterned Paper (1 sheet of each 6 double sided designs)

1/4 spool Riding Hood Red Taffeta Ribbon (approx 2.28m)

1/4 spool Kiwi Kiss Satin Ribbon (approx 2.28m) (This ribbon has Very vanilla on the other side)

10 sheets of Whisper White A4 Cardstock (enough to make 20 cards)

20 Whisper White envelopes

Total Price $25.00

Optional add ons: Riding Hood Red Ink pad $11.95 ; Kiwi Kiss Ink Pad $11.95; Scalloped Oval punch $30.95; Oval punch $30.95.

Purchase the bundle and the add ons for the bargain price of $100 AND receive FREE P&H !!!!!

(You can substitute an item of the same value in the add ons if you wish, just email me and let me know what you'd like to get instead!) This offer is only available until Oct 31st from me. See contact details on the side bar.

Happy Stamping,

Teenage Boy Grunge

2009-09-13T17:29:00.002+10:00

Today I wanted to challenge myself to create a card for a teenager. I don't own any of our sport themed sets and while our "Seaworthy" set is great for males with it's surfer image and boats etc, I wanted more of a "grunge" look to the card.

I have used chocolate chip and pacific point for my colour scheme and threw in some hodgepodge hardware and hemp twine to continue the masculine look.

The stamps used are Sanded for the background, two of the circle images from Circle circus and the seaweed image from Ocean Commotion. I have also sponged around the edges. Even though I have used quite a few products for this card, it was still nice and quick to create.

Happy Stamping,

Free Ribbon Anyone????

2009-09-03T16:22:00.006+10:00

Spring is finally here and with it is a brand new promotion for you. All you need to do is place an order of $100 or more and you will automatically receive these 2 spools of ribbon absolutely FREE !!! Imagine all the lovely spring scrapbook layouts you will be able to create with these gorgeous spring colours.

You will receive one roll of So saffron grosgrain ribbon, (9.1m and 5/8" wide) AND one roll of Certainly Celery Poly-twill ribbon, (9.1m and 5/8" wide).

This offer is only available until Sept 30th and these ribbons are not available in the current catalogues. You can place an order with me anytime by sending me an email (see my contact details) and orders can be sent to anywhere in Australia.

Don't forget our gorgeous SPRING MINI CATALOGUE. If you haven't already got a copy of your own please contact me and I will get one to you. Orders can be placed from both the Spring Mini and the normal 09/10 Idea Book and catalogue. See the links on the side if you wish to see these catalogues online.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Happy Stamping,

Home Decor

2009-09-01T17:02:00.003+10:00

Today I thought I would share with you a project I made a while ago. I had bought some occasional tables at a second hand shop and wanted to decorate them. Painting them blue was easy enough but I wanted something a little more decorative. What was I going to do???? Use Rub Ons of course!!!! It was so easy to do and I was so happy with the results. I have combined different images from different rub on sets depending on their size and what looked the best. What do you think?

Happy Stamping,

Thank you

2009-08-20T16:20:00.002+10:00

Hi everyone,

Just a quick post today to say a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who has been on here and checked out my blog and especially to those who have left comments. It is really appreciated.

So here is a Thank you card. I can't use this "Great Friend" set enough! That butterfly is just beautiful! I have teamed it up with the "Haiku" DS papers and a rub on for the "thank you" from the Fashion District rub ons. Then it's just coordinating cardstocks, scalloped punched borders and a little sponging around the edges.

Happy Stamping,

Finding Inspiration

2009-08-13T17:35:00.002+10:00

Hi everyone,
Of all places to find inspiration, I was doing the dishes and water splashed on the floor. I reached for my paper towels to clean it up and voila! I thought how great that would look on a card!!! I know, I know, some people will do anything to get out of housework!

So here is a photo of the "inspiring" paper towel and below that is the card I came up with.

I first stamped the swirl pattern from "Baroque Motifs" repeatedly around a piece of white CS, then ran this through my crimper ( a great tool I might add). I actually ran it through a couple of different directions to try and get the more textured look like the paper towel.

The rest of the card was very easy just adding the ribbon and punched out greeting. Simple but effective. Leave me a comment and tell me what you think.

Happy Stamping,

Father's Day Card

2009-08-09T21:00:00.000+10:00

O.K, so here is a "guy" card using the layout from the last post as inspiration. Scroll down to read the last post if you haven't already so this all makes sense!

All I have done is made my stamped image a wider strip and centered the other image below it, but otherwise you can see the similarities. I have used the "Trendy Trees" stamp set for this one and trust me when I say you have to use a "Stamp-a-ma-jig" with this set unless you want very wonky looking trees!! The sentiment is from the "Greetings Eight" stamp set which is perfect for Father's Day cards. I couldn't go past 2 of my favourite colours, Chocolate Chip and Kiwi Kiss on this one. I've added a bit of sponging around the edges too to give it a bit more of a masculine look. Hope you like it.

Examples of CASEing

2009-08-09T20:09:00.000+10:00

I often get asked by my customers about where I get my ideas from and most of the time I have to say that I CASE other people's work!!!! CASE stands for "Copy and selectively edit". So I thought I would show you all some examples of what I mean. The cards below also highlight how one layout can be used over and over again to produce many different cards. Just by changing colours, stamp sets, patterned papers and embellishments, it is amazing what you can come up with.

This first card is a copy staright out of our catalogue, from pg 43 using the "Party hearty" stamp set. I haven't changed anything here.

Then I used this card above as inspiration for the following cards.
Firstly a pretty card for a girl. This uses "A Kind Word" stamp set, "Tea Party" DS paper & "Pink Pirouette Patterns" DS paper. For the flower embellishment I used a combination of a flower from the "Pretties Kit" which I have coloured with Amost Amethyst ink using a sponge dauber, then a pink flower from Flower Fusion Too, then used a "Build a brad" with a small flower cut from the Tea Party DS paper using a 1/2 in circle punch. The stamped image has been coloured using Blender pens and Stampin Pastels.

The next card again uses the same basic layout. I have added a second strip of DS paper but otherwise the card is pretty much the same. Here I have used one of my favourite sets "Always". The matching DS papers for this are the "Sweet Always" set so I have picked 2 of these and then used 3 of the coordinating colours that go with this range for my other elements, ie Choc Chip, Pumpkin Pie and Regal Rose. I just love how all Stampin Up products are designed to coordinate, it makes picking colours so easy! The other main items on this card are the use of the eyelet border punch and circle punches, plus the use of Stampin markers to colour the stamp in before printing it onto the whisper white CS. Isn't that heart image just lovely?

I had fun with this next card. Got to love bling! Again I have kept the layout the same, just used different punches, colours etc. This card uses the "Crazy For Cupcakes" stamp set, "Think Happy Thoughts" and the small present image inside the circle is from "Party Hearty". The colours are Pink Pirouette (one of this years' "In Colours"), Regal Rose and Elegant Eggplant. The bling comes from Tombow glue covered in our Chunky Sprinkles.

O.K so some of you might be thinking but what about a card for a guy?? Well with Father's Day coming around the corner I thought I better do one more example. I'll post this and get that ready.

Spring Mini is here!!!

2009-08-03T16:41:00.000+10:00

The Spring Mini catalogue started Aug 1st and there are lots of great new stamp sets and accessories. I have been having lots of fun "playing" with some of the new products which I just couldn't resist during our demonstrator preorder period. So below are 2 samples I have to show you and under each are the lists of supplies used. I hope you like them!

Stamp Sets: Great Friend
Cardstock/Papers: Kiwi Kiss CS; Ski Slope DSP

Inks: Riding Hood Red & Kiwi Kiss Ink Pads

Other: Baja Breeze Striped grosgrain ribbon.

Stamp sets: None!

Cardstock/Papers: Chocolate Chip CS, Parisian Breeze DSP

Other: Fashion District Rub Ons (used scalloped flower with cross design & sentiment);Blooms Again Die Cut flowers;Flower Fusion Too; New Corduroy Buttons in Baja Breeze; Eyelet Border Punch.