July’s Mystery Hostess Event

Posted on July 28, 2013 by Robin Boyer in Catalog, Online Class, Product, Stamp Sets, Technique No Comments

Did you know you can order from my online store from the comfort of your home and have it delivered right to your door. Now Until Tuesday, July 30th Midnight I’m holding a MYSTERY HOSTESS EVENT when you Place your order and use this HOSTESS CODE CJCWJ7AJ you will be entered into the drawing for Hostess Credit. Each $25 in product will receive an entry. All $50 or more will receive the recent tutorial in a PDF via EMAIL with full instructions on how to make the product.

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Six Swallowtail Techniques Card & Box Set

You’ve seen the popularity of butterflies and yellow in fashion and home décor lately. The same trends apply to stamping and crafting. Now you can combine them to create this trendy and feminine card set with coordinating box!

The Swallowtail background stamp is ideal for playing with a wide variety of stamping techniques. You’ll learn six in this tutorial that will make your heart go aflutter! From resist techniques to fun shapes, you’ll enjoy creating a true metamorphosis from simple paper and rubber to a beautiful card set that anyone will be thrilled to receive.

Stamps
• Swallowtail background stamp
(#131943 wood, #129216 clear)
• A Dozen Thoughts stamp set
(#131056 wood, #131059 clear)

Paper
• Eastern Elegance Designer Series Paper (#130131).
• Whisper White 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (#100730)
• Crushed Curry 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (#131199)
• Perfect Plum 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (#101889)
• Elegant Eggplant 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (#105126)
• Tangerine Tango 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (#111349)
• Vellum 8-1/2” x 11” Cardstock (#101856)

Ink
• Crushed Curry Classic Ink Pad (#131173)
• Perfect Plum Classic Ink Pad (#126963)
• Elegant Eggplant Classic Ink Pad (#126969)
• Tangerine Tango Ink Pad (#126946)
• VersaMark Ink Pad (#102283)
• Jet Black StazOn Ink Pad (#101406)

Accessories
• Canvas Creations (optional) (#129375)
• 1/8” Mini Brads (#122941)
• 3/4” Chevron Ribbon – Crushed Curry (#130019)
• Dazzling Details Stampin’ Glitter (#102023)
• Black Stampin’ Emboss Powder (#109133)
• Clear Stampin’ Emboss Powder (#109130)
• Medium Envelopes – Whisper White (#107301)

Tools
• Blender Pen (#102845)
• Heat Tool (#129053)
• Embossing Buddy (#103083)
• Stampin’ Pierce Mat (#126199)
• Paper-Piercing Tool (#126189)
• Paper-Piercing Pack – Essentials (#126189) (optional)
• Paper Snips (#103579)
• Stampin’ Spritzer (#126185)
• Paper Trimmer (#126889)
• Simply Scored Scoring Tool (#122334)
• Simply Scored Diagonal Plate (#125586) (optional)
• Sponge Daubers (#102892)
• StazOn Cleaner (#109196)
• Punches: Blossom Punch (#125603)

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Swallowtail background stamp (#131943 wood, #129216 clear)

“If stamping techniques are your passion then the Swallowtail background stamp is a must-have investment! This large background stamp is sized to fill a standard 4-1/4” x 5-1/2” card front. It’s a beautiful and timeless image that is wonderful as a focal point or background image for cards, scrapbooks and décor. The combination of the size and line art make it an ideal stamp for a large variety of stamping techniques such as; resist techniques, watercoloring, thumping, heat embossing, coloring with Markers, multi-colored stamping, baby wipe techniques, and more! If you are addicted to stamping techniques then you’ll want to order the Swallowtail stamp and start playing right away!”

Tip: For best results with large background stamps, turn stamp rubber side up and tap with ink pad to ink completely, stand to stamp, press firmly over the whole stamp, and don’t rock. Another option is to lay the paper on the rubber stamp and rub evenly using a bone folder, fingers or roller.

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A Dozen Thoughts stamp set (#131056 wood, #131059 clear)

“I often have customers ask me what greeting set I recommend. A lot depends on your personal style, but a new stamp set called “A Dozen Thoughts” is one of my latest favorites. With 12 greeting stamps in a variety of fonts, it is one of the most versatile sets which makes it a good beginner stamper option. With stamps covering occasions like baby, birthdays, get well, invitations, thinking of you, and more all occasion greetings, you’ll have the variety you need all in one handy set. Grab this versatile new set and you’ll be ready to stamp away!”

Tip:
Use the Stamp-a-ma-jig for perfect placement of greetings.

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Paper Snips (#103579)

“If you have ever said “I hate cutting things out!”– then you haven’t used Stampin’ Up!’s Paper Snips. The right tool makes all the difference and our Paper Snips are smart stampers secret weapon! I know, you are thinking I’m nuts for being excited about scissors, but really, the right scissors make a huge difference! Our Paper Snips have sharp, stainless steel blades perfect for intricate cutting. The 2-1/2” long blades have precision-ground tips that let you cut all the way to the tip of the blade so you can get into the tiniest areas, easily. The protective cover makes them safe and easy to transport and the comfort-grip handle makes them comfortable to hold. They are the perfect addition to your stamping supplies! You’ll be amazed at all the new techniques and designs you’ll try when you have these great scissors to use!”

Tip: Keep your Paper Snips sharp and un-gunked by using them only for paper and ribbon. Use your Craft Scissors for adhesives and other materials.

Blossom Punch (#125603)

Any Questions feel free to call or email me.

Happy Stampin’,

signature for Robin S. Boyer

Robin S. Boyer
Sr. Supervisor

The Rubber Stamp Store That Comes to Your Door

accessories, Cards, Online shopping, Stamp sets, tutorials

Q&A What’s New and Exciting in the latest release of the catalog?

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Robin Boyer in Catalog, Product, Q & A, Stamp Sets No Comments

New 2013-2014 Annual Catalog

Q: What’s new and exciting in the latest release of the catalog?A: You are right, the new catalog is packed with amazing new products and creative samples. I think looking through the new Annual Catalog is kind of like a fun scavenger hunt! Here are some of my favorites – scavenger-hunt style!

2013-2014 Annual Catalog

Index

Like a map, you can use the index at the start of each section of the catalog to guide you through the hunt!

Stamp Index – pages 6-7

Accessories Index – pages 136-137

SCAVENGER HUNT – Can you find these?

Product Suites:
There are 9 suites that feature coordinating stamps, Designer Series Paper, punches, Big Shot dies and Textured Impressions Embossing Folders, and embellishments.

Birthday Basics suite: birthdays, greetings, and invitations
Soho Subway suite: occasions, weddings, and just because
I Am Me suite: play time, growing up, and baby
Venetian Romance suite: birds, trees, and realistic animals
Gingham Garden suite: floral, leaves, and butterflies
Etcetera suite: elements like frames, labels, and backgrounds
Eastern Elegance suite: repeated patterns, flourishes, and intricate designs
Quatrefancy suite: dollies, geometric shapes, and quatrefoil designs
This and That suite: alphabets & numbers, personalized stamps, and journaling supplies

HINT:

The Stamp Index on pages 6-7 will guide you to the correct page for each suite. Shopping online? Look for the “Product Suites” link on the left sidebar.

Bundles:
These bundles of stamps and coordinating tools or accessories save you 15% on fabulous combinations that you will love to use when you create.

Chalk Talk (Chalk Talk stamp set and Big Shot Framelits)
Backyard Basics (Backyard Basics stamp set and Big Shot Framelits)
Flower Shop (Flower Shop stamp set and Pansy punch)
Label Love (Label Love stamp set and Artisan Label punch)
Mosaic Madness (Mosaic Madness stamp set and Mosaic punch)
Beautifully Baroque (Beautifully Baroque stamp and Beautifully Baroque Textured Impressions Embossing Folder)
Wildflower Meadow (Wildflower Meadow stamp and Wildflower Meadow Textured Impressions Embossing Folder)
Six-Sided Sampler (Six-Sided Sampler stamp set and Hexagon punch)
Tag a Bag Bundle (Tag a Bag Gift Bags and Tag a Bag Accessory Kit)
Tag a Box Bundle (Tag a Bag Gift Boxes and Tag a Bag Accessory Kit)

HINT:

Find it faster by looking up the stamp set by name in the detailed Stamp Index on pages 206-208. Shopping online? Type “Bundle” into the Search Box. Using the quotation marks around the word helps narrow your search!

Find these new favorites:

The new Accessories Table of Contents section designed to help you dive into the accessories you use most.
Your new favorite color combination. You’ll find a slew of color combinations as color blocks behind the sample projects all through the catalog.
Love to learn new techniques or ways to use your stamps? Find training tips sprinkled throughout the catalog.

Happy Hunting!

Enjoy the hunt and discover which suites and bundles are your new favorites! Don’t have the new Annual Catalog? Contact me today!

Rubber Hugs,
signature for Robin S. Boyer

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Heating Up the Holidays!

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Robin Boyer in Announcements, Online Class, Technique No Comments

If you like getting many ideas for projects and get tutorials on how to make and need inspiration this is a wonderful for just that.Heating Up The Holidays!! 2013 will have 40+ Project Suites all with downloadable PDF’s AND we are using EVERY Stampin’ Up! Product in the NEW 2013 Holiday Catalog showcasing Autumn, Halloween, Thankgiving and Christmas…it’s a MUST NOT MISS EVENT!! Stay tuned for details for Early Bird Pricing coming soon!!I can’t tell you how many I have done and when I need inspiration it has helped me along the way! Let me know what you think?

EVERY UStamp with Dawn and Friends!! Event features

40+ Project Suites created by Elite World Class Designers

and includes a Downloadable PDF Tutorial!!

Did you know that EVERY “Project Suite” includes at LEAST 3 components!!

ie Cool 3D plus a Card and co-ordinating stamped embellished envy??!!

At UStamp with Dawn and Friends!! we offer the MOST for your money.

We work hard for our money and we know you do too,

so we would NEVER consider just a card you could look at and copy as a “project”.

All our PDF Tutorials are Professional with step by step instructions and CLEAR photos.

UStamp with Dawn and Friends!! is THE B*E*S*T VALUE on the Planet!!

Visit ustampwithdawnandfriendsbloghop at: http://ustampwithdawnandfriendsbloghop.ning.com/?xg_source=msg_mes_network

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Missing only one or two colors to complete your Many Marvelous Markers?

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Robin Boyer in Announcements, Catalog, Product No Comments

New Color Markers

In the 2013-2014 annual catalog, we offer the Stampin’ Write Marker New Color Kit (item 130034, page 163) to help you update your Many Marvelous Marker pack. Now, we’ve sweetened the deal. For a limited time, from June 26 until October 31, you can buy any of the new colors in the pack or on their own! Go ahead, fill in the missing pieces in your collection or buy the whole lot.

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
130034	$28.95	Stampin’ Write Marker New Color Kit – Includes all below
131899	$3.50	Bermuda Bay Stampin’ Write Marker
131265	$3.50	Blushing Bride Stampin’ Write Marker
131902	$3.50	Calypso Coral Stampin’ Write Marker
131901	$3.50	Crushed Curry Stampin’ Write Marker
131905	$3.50	Island Indigo Stampin’ Write Marker
131266	$3.50	Pear Pizzazz Stampin’ Write Marker
131904	$3.50	Pool Party Stampin’ Write Marker
131898	$3.50	Smoky Slate Stampin’ Write Marker
131900	$3.50	Soft Sky Stampin’ Write Marker
131903	$3.50	Wisteria Wonder Stampin’ Write Marker

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What to Washi?

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Robin Boyer in Announcements, Catalog, Online Class, Technique No Comments

What to Washi Online Class

Stampin’ Up!s next online class–What to Washi–is now available. Offering seven different sections of Washi wisdom, this class includes everything you need to know to make the most of one of the hottest crafting trends out there. Originating in Japan, Washi Tape has taken the crafting world by storm, offering an incredibly quick, easy way to add a fresh, colorful look to any project. What to Washi explores a myriad of Washi options and provides much more than the basics for you to begin your own Washi adventures. Divided into seven PDF documents, this class includes written instructions, step-out photos, instructional videos, and supply lists for more than 30 projects.

What to Washi Class: item 134742
Price: $14.95 US/$17.95 CA

The following topics are covered in the class:

The Washi Basics
Washi-The Next Step
Above and Beyond
Sharing Washi with Others
Memory Keeping
Storage
Only the Beginning. . .

And wait, there’s more! This class is also being offered as part of the What to Washi Bundle. When you order the bundle you receive everything listed below:

What to Washi Class
Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape
Gingham Garden Designer Washi Tape
Season of Style Designer Washi Tape
Witches Brew Designer Washi Tape
20 Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes

Each Washi Tape package contains three coordinating rolls of Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive Washi Tape for a total of 12 rolls. And when you order the What to Washi Bundle, you’ll be the first to receive our Season of Style and Witches Brew Washi Tape packages; they aren’t available to individual purchase until August 1!

What to Washi Bundle: item 134743
Price: $36.95 US/$45.95 CA

Washi Class Flyer

PC Instructions
The files will be downloaded as archive files that you can then extract and save on your computer. When you click on the download link, an extraction program will automatically launch. Choose the location where you would like to save the files (be sure to note where you save them). Follow the prompts on the extraction program, then navigate to the location where you saved the files. Click on the file and open.

Mac Instructions
When you click on the download link, the file will be mounted as a drive. Once it is mounted, open the drive and drag and drop the files to the location of your choice on your hard drive. The files can then be opened.

Q & A Capturing THIS and THAT (and everything in between)

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Robin Boyer in My Digital Studio, Q & A No Comments

Q: How can I capture all of our family summer fun? A: Some of us like camping, some like the beach, and others prefer a luxury hotel and room service. Scrapbooking is kind of the same. We all have different likes and needs. The great thing is that Stampin’ Up! has a solution for us all, even you! Check out the options and see which one fits you and your family best.

Quick & Informal

This and That Journals are perfect if you want to capture your memories on the go. They are designed so you can add thoughts, photos, brochures, tickets, and other tidbits as you go. Pack a small bag with a Stampin’ Write Marker or two, your This and That Journal, Remember This and That Rotary Stamp, coordinating Designer Stickers, and Washi Tape, and you’ll have everything you need! Since you can add thoughts and memories right away, you can return from a getaway with your journal complete and ready to share! Since it’s informal, you’ll cherish having other family members jot down some of their thoughts and favorite moments to share, too.

Epic Day This And That Designer Stickers Remember This And That Rotary Stamp

This And That Epic Day Journal This And That Epic Day Designer Series Paper Hung Up Cute Clips

Digital Diva

My Digital Studio is perfect for our digital world. You take your digital photos (lots of them!), download them to your computer, and then create! No need to print and crop. For the quickest results, just add your photos into any one of our many gorgeous artist-designed photobook templates. Customize it with your journaling and you are done. Even with our great templates you are in control. Add, move, or delete any of the elements as you wish. Have more time and want more customization? Simply make your own photobook using your favorite papers, stamps, and embellishments. You’ll be impressed with the quality and pricing of our print services. One of the often overlooked features of digital crafting is that it is easy to replicate. Need more copies of a photobook as a gift? No problem. The dog ate your photobook or your kids spilled red punch on it – no worries. You can reprint your projects anytime! Photobooks, journals, calendars, and more await your digital creativity!

Digital Diva Sample

Places I've Been Swatchbook Template -- Digital Download
Software

Give Me a Year

Calendar scrapbooking is a great solution if you want to share a highlight of memories from the year. You can quickly pick one (or a few) favorite pictures from each month. Add them to the calendar page for that month and you’ll have a collection of photos that gives a great overview of your year and family memories. Calendars can be created traditionally or with My Digital Studio. Using My Digital Studio, you have the choice of artist-designed calendar templates, complete customization, or somewhere in-between. These calendars are useful, you can enjoy them each day, and they make fantastic gifts that your family and friends will look forward to receiving each year!

Calendars Tea for Two Easel Calendar Template Live The Day Easel Calendar Template -- Digital Download

2013 Month By Month Calendar Template -- Digital Download 2011 Pennant Desktop Calendar Kit Digital Download Best Day 2013 Easel Calendar Template -- Digital Download

Traditional Rules

The world of traditional scrapbooking hasn’t changed – only grown! Maybe you love the hands-on approach of cropping photos, layering papers, and handwritten journaling combined to create scrapbooks that honor and share your special memories. If so, don’t worry, you can still use our great quality, archival, acid- and lignin-free Designer Series Paper and card stock to make your 12” x 12”, 8-1/2” x 11”, 8” x 8”, 6” x 6”, or other size scrapbooks. Create beautiful backgrounds with Stampin’ Around Wheels, create titles in any color with alphabet stamps, journal with coordinating Stampin’ Write Markers, add character with stamps, and finish it all off with the perfect embellishments. These scrapbooks become cherished works of art full of the love with which they were made.

Digital Diva Sample

Create a Cupcake Stamp Set - by Stampin' Up! Cupcake Punch Brights 8-1/2 x 11 Cardstock
Enjoy the Journey

However you decide to scrapbook, enjoy the journey! Set time aside on a weekly or monthly basis so you can scrapbook the memories while they are fresh. Contact me today with questions. If you are thinking of becoming a Digital Diva, get our free 30-day trial of My Digital Studio here. Let me help you get started!

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Rubber Hugs,

Robin

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Brand-New Products!

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Robin Boyer in Announcements, Catalog, Stamp Sets No Comments

What better way then to begin with a Sale: 25 percent off three of our greeting sets! Dates: May 31-June 30, 2013

Sale Price	Retail Price	Description	Item
$17.96	$23.95	Sassy Salutations Wood-Mount Stamp Set	132070
$13.46	$17.95	Sassy Salutations Clear-Mount Stamp Set	126707
$14.96	$19.95	Sweet Essentials Wood-Mount Stamp Set	132085
$11.21	$14.95	Sweet Essentials Clear-Mount Stamp Set	126457
$21.71	$28.95	Petite Pairs Wood-Mount Stamp Set	128706
$15.71	$20.95	Petite Pairs Clear-Mount Stamp Set	122497

Rubber Hugs,

signature for Robin S. Boyer

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Get your New Colors!

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Robin Boyer in My Digital Studio No Comments

My Digital Studio Color Update is out. The next time you open the software with an Internet connection Stampin’ Up! is adding these new colors:

And, you will also notice that your Color Palette got a makeover. The colors swatches (now circles) are arranged in beautiful spectrum order.

Don’t know what My Digital Studio Is? No problem!

No matter your skill level or experience, MDS is perfect for you. Whether you want to start a project from scratch or use one of our designer templates, everyone can feel like a design expert. Learn more at www.MyDigitalStudio.net

MDS is an intuitive digital design software featuring Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive artwork, colors, and templates. Be your own digital designer and create an array of photo books, cards, calendars, slideshows, and more–which you can then print using Stampin’ Up! print services, e-mail, or upload to the Internet.

For more information

MDS FREE Trial for 30 days

Purchase MDS

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25% off selected MDS downloads and print products
expires June 15th

Happy Stamping,

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Calendars, Cards, Journals, MDS, My Digital Studio Downloads, Photobooks

Last Chance for your Favorite Stamps & Accessories

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Robin Boyer in Announcements No Comments

I hope you’ve had a chance to look over my previous posts as Stampin’ Up! is retiring a whole bunch of colors, inks, stamp sets, accessories…you name it. I just wanted to make sure you heard the news and get in on the savings while you can. We’ve had dozens and dozens of happy crafting customers scoop up products at a discount.

This is my last courtesy reminder as all retiring products, if not already sold out, will be removed from my store on June 3rd. I don’t want you to be disappointed when one of your “have-to-have” products is no longer available. If you have a project in mind, contact me and we can take a look together to make sure the BEST EVER stamp set, color, or accessory for your project is still available.

Open Sleigh (Wood)

Baby Boutique (Wood)

Easy Events (Wood) FRA

Build a Blossom (Wood)

Countryside (Wood)

Greeting Card Kids (Wood)

Daring Adventure (Wood) FRA

Word Play (Wood)

Wonderful Mother (Wood)

If you prefer to download and/or print the retired stamp set list, I have PDF version for you. The accessories go quickly so I recommend shopping online for the best selection.

Sincerely, Rubber Hugs
signature for Robin S. Boyer

It’s the “Best of” 25 Years of Stamping!

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Robin Boyer in BEST OF 25 YEARS, Catalog, Product, Stamp Sets No Comments

Chances are that you have a “Best of” in your music collection – a selection of all of your favorite songs by a favorite artist all in one place. Well, with the celebration of their 25th anniversary, Stampin’ Up! decided that it would be fun to do a “Best of” collection the Stampin’ Up! way. It all started in January, and they’ll be releasing a new “Best of” set each month. Here’s what’s been released so far:

January – Best of Birthdays

February – Best of Love

March – Best of Flowers

April – Best of Butterflies

May – Best of Brides & Babies

June – Best of Greetings

July- Best of Shelli

August- Best of Halloween

September – Best of Autumn

October – Best of Christmas

November – Best of Snow

December – Best of Sale-A-bration

For those of you who love to collect, you’ll be pleased to know that Stampin’ Up! took the time to design a new stamp for each collection. You’ll only be able to get those designs with the “Best of” sets, and at $14.95, it’s easy to start collecting yours today! And how cool to have all of these great stamps all in one collection?! No more hunting around for birthday stamps!  And in true Stampin’ Up! style, that’s not all. When you purchase 6 sets, you get a coupon for a free stamp set of your choice – valued up to $14.95! A great perk just for shopping!   Excited to know more? Want to stay updated with the new release each month? Well, thank goodness you have me – your friendly neighborhood demonstrator! Just stay tuned and I’ll keep you up to date with the Best of Collections … as well as any other promotions and surprises that come along.