Hello Folks. . . Top of the morning to ya.  Today I have a card to share using one of the new stamp sets from the Occasions Mini called Mixed Bunch (W125535/C125537).  My sentiment is from another floral set called Just Believe (W116948/C120453).  Florals, Florals, what can I say I just love them!!  This image reminds me of a fleur and of course Stampin' Up has saved us a lot of work by coordinating this stamp set with a matching Blossom punch (125603).  You know what they say, you can never have too many cool tools.  LOL

My colors are Soft Suede (115318) found in our Neutrals Collection.  Makes for a great backdrop, topped off with a piece of Cajun Craze (119684) and another great looking piece, Very Vanilla embossed with one of our cool tools the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder (120175).   My designer paper is called Well Worn (122359).  A great pack of designer paper for that vintage look that is so popular now a days.   This card will be one of three that I am designing for a Drawer Box Gift Set.  I'm hoping to have this class available soon.

GET YOUR WISH LISTS OUT. . .  Sale a Bration is just around the corner (Jan 24 thru Mar 31).   Earn FREE Stampin' Up products when you place a $50+ order or host a workshop.  At $150 you will receive an exclusive Stampin' Up Tote, at the $400 level you will receive all three products on pgs 6 and 7 of the Sale A Bration Mini.  Please contact me to schedule your workshop or place your order.  Spread the word to family and friends about Stampin' Ups most anticipated promotion of the year. 

Well that's it for me folks.  Hope you enjoyed todays card, I'm off to my arobic swim class.  Have a wonderful stamping day.  Until next time.  Toodles

Hello Folks… Welcome to the start of a new week.  Bright eyed and bushy tailed are ya.  Every once in a while when browsing on the web you come across a card that just blows you away.  Well that happened to me.  The card I have to share with you today was cased from Amy Sheffer over at Pickled Papers.  WOW!!!  I used some new products from the newly released Occasions and Sale a Bration Minis.  This card is truly an All Occasions card.  It could be used for a host of celebrations.  Wedding, Birthday, Anniversary just to name a few. 

This is a standard A2 card cut at 4.25 x 11.  Scored at 5.5.  The sketch is from Verve.  This lovely designer paper can be yours for FREE when you host a workshop or place an order of $50 or more (before s/h).  Contact me for more deets.  The supply list is shown below:

Cardstock:  Lucky Limeade (122926), Pool Party (122924), White Shimmer Paper (101910), Everyday Enchantment from SAB, Spice Cake Designer Paper (ret).
Stamp Sets:  Butterfly Prints (121049/120738), Elements of Style (118611/120045)
Cool Tools:  Framelit Dies from the Labels Collection (125598), Scallop Circle from the Perfect Pennants Die (123126), Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder (120175), Butterfly Punch (119848), 1 3/8 Square Punch to make the pennant tag.
Pretties:  Victoria Crochet Trim (118481), Ruffled Pear Pizzazz Ribbon (125568), Baja Breeze Seam Binding Ribbon (122331). (I would have used the new Pool Party (125582) but didn't have it yet, Early Expresso Baker's Twine (123124), Very Vanilla Ribbon Roses (ret), Vanilla Pearls (NSU).

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Thanks for stopping by today.  Have a wonderful Monday and a good rest of the week.  Toodles

Hello Folks . . .  Happy Friday.  Stampin' Up Sale A Bration  Style.  Today I have a cute cute card using one of Stampin Up's Sale a Bration FREE stamp sets.  It's called Outlined Occasions (W126014/C126016).   It can be yours for FREE when you place a $50 order starting on Jan 24th and runs thru Mar 31st .

My cardbase is Confetti Cream (102835) cut at 5.5 x 4.25 and I have used one of our new Edgelits from the Occasions Mini, Adorning Accents (125595).  When placed on the edge of your cardstock you get this pretty decorative edge.  They are wafer thin and it comes in its very own plastic pocket for safe keeping.

I used markers from this years In Colors plus Poppy Parade to color in my image.  The balloons are from the stamp set Patterened Party (W123065/C123067) and can be found on pg 68 of your catty.   I used the Decorative Label Punch (120907) to make my  label and matted it with a piece of Island Indigo. 

On the inside I stamped an image from one of our Hostess Sets, Happiest Birthday Wishes (W122615/C122617).  You can purchase this stamp set with the Hostess Cash you earn when you host a workshop and there is no better time than now to have a workshop and earn even more FREE Stampin' Up products during Sale a Bration.  Contact me for more deets. 

Well that's it for me today folks, the computer man is coming to take my computer for its yearly maintenance.  I hope to be back on Tuesday.  Thanks for stopping by and if you need any supplies please consider using my On Line Store.  It's open 24/7.  Have a wonderful stamping day.  Toodles

Hello Folks. . .  What difference a day makes.  It is cold, windy and snowing here in ole' MO.  We just had temps in the 60's.  Oh welll looks like a great stamping kind of day.

Sale a Bration is almost here and today I have a card to share with you using some great Stampin' Up products from the SAB Mini.  If you have been following me lately you have noticed that I have a lot of samples using the lovely Everyday Enchantment DP Series from the SAB Mini.  But today I decided to shake it up a bit. 

You know how I love to make my own dp paper and today is no different.  I used the coordinating stamp set call Fresh Vintage* and inked it with Poppy Parade and Pool Party.  These colors seem to be the flavor of the month in the SAB Mini.  My Whisper White is a normal background size 5.25 x 4.  I stamped my image in a diagonal pattern, trying to make it look like wallpaper.  For the focal point I stamped my image again and used my nesties for my circles but SU punches will work fine.  My sentiment is from Petite Pairs (122495/122497).  If you need sentiments with matching verses this set is for you.

This is the inside of the card

The sketch is from this week MOJO sketch and it worked just perfectly for me.  My next layer is a strip 1.5 by 3 5/8.  I used my fav punch the Scallop Trim Border Punch (118402) and layered it with another strip cut at 1 x 3 5/8.  I used our Square Lattice EB Folder (119976) for some depth and texture.  My Poppy Parade layer is 2.5 x 2 1/8 and layered it with a piece of Poppy Parade from the Everyday Enchantment DP Series.  For the bottom I have a piece of Pool Party punched with our Decorative Label Punch (120907).

That's all it takes to make this beautiful card.  Now it's your turn.  If you need any supplies be sure and order from my ON LINE STORE or contact me, I would love to do it for you.  Sale a Bration begins on Jan 24th and ends Mar 31st.  If you have any questions or need help getting the best value for your dollar please contact me.  I'm here to help with all you papercrafting needs.

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Thanks for stopping by today.  If you are at home today I hope you take a little time and get your fingers inky.  Oh, I almost forgot, I may be MIA for a few days, it's time for some computer maintenance.  Until next time.  Toodles

Hello Folks. . .  Happy Hump Day.  I have something very sweet and yummy to share with you today.  While browsing our very own Stampin' Up Connection (site for Demonstrators Only, just one of the many perks as a SU Demonstrator) I found this lovely 6 nugget box.  What a great gift for family and friends on Valentine's Day. 

The template for this box can be found over at Splitcoaststampers.  There are many variations to choose from.  I chose the six nugget box .  I used a piece our new FREE  designer paper called Everyday Enchantment from the SAB mini.  It will be available on Jan 24th.  Place a $50 order on line or thru me and this pretty vintage paper is yours FREE.  I then cut a strip of dp 3 1/8 x 1.25, attached some score tape and wrapped it around my Hershey Nugget.  My cello bag is a non SU bag.  You can find them at any store that sells Wilton Products.  Next I stamped my tag with the stamp set Occasions Alphabet (117090/123598).  You can find this on pg 171 of your catty.  I added some White Bakers Twine (124262) and attached it to my Poppy Parade Ribbon with a safety pin.  Easy Peasy.   

Kayleigh, my youngest granddaughter still enjoys giving little presents away to people she hangs out with, especially her teachers, so I will be making several of these for her.  She is a lot like her Nana, she enjoys the gift of giving.  I hope that never changes.

Oh, these little nugget boxes will be for sale for you guys that don't have the time to make them.  They will be $6. plus shipping.  I think I can fit them in a padded envelope so shipping would probably be @ $2.  Let me know if you would like one.  Paper may vary.  You can drop me a note here.

Thanks for stopping by today.  I truly enjoy your company and love sharing my ideas with you.  If you are ever interested in joining my workshop group let me know, we are always looking for new faces. 

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Have a wonderful stamping day.  Toodles

Hello folks. . . .  Happy Monday!  Today I have a card to share right out of the Occasion Mini.  You know that one of our best resources to get your MOJO in top gear is to dig into our Idea Book and Catalog and our Minis.  They are full of resources for color combos, design layouts and stamp set ideas.  Great source. 

My idea comes from the Occasions Mini on pg 17.  I just ajusted the size a bit and tweeked it a bit.  First thing I did was use one of our new Edgelits called Adorning Accents (125595) and matching Embossing Folder (125601) for the pretty bottom edge.  It makes my heart sing when I can add a little character to my artwork.   Love it!!!!! 

Next is the focal point.  Once again SU has given us the tools to make papercrafting fun and easy.  My Stamp Set is Mixed Bunch (125535/125537) and the matching cool tool Punch called Blossom (125603)  My first layer is the flower stamp inked in Melon Mambo and punched, next I punched another flower in Pool Party.  My leaves are from another great punch called the Bird Builder Punch (117191).  Many of you all ready know that our punches are universal and can be used in many many ways.  I stamped my center in Daffodil Delight and added a retired button from the Clearance Rack with some new Bakers Twine Lucky Limeade (125572).  (My Ribbon and Embellishment Share is still available check it out here)

For some balance I though my upper right hand corner needed a little something so I used a Retired Die Cut Bird Blossoms I think and added a stamped Hello from our Hostess Set Posy Punch (122482).  On dark cardstock I try to add a piece of Whisper White or Very Vanilla on the inside of my card.  Its makes your note or message easier to read, don't you think.  When I make my cards they are normally Birthday Cards, but I sometimes wait to stamp the inside side so I have exactly what I need on hand. 

Sale A Bration is right around the corner and that is your opportunity to earn FREE Stampin' Up products from the mini.  

• Host a workshop of $150 and not only earn your Hostess Cash ($25) but as a Sale a Bration Bonus you  will also receive an exclusive Stampin Up Tote.
  
• Host a workshop of $400 and not only earn your Hostess Cash ($65), 1/2 of any regular item but as a Sale a Bration Bonus you will earn all three items on pgs 6 and 7 of the SAB Mini. 
  
• PREFERRED CUSTOMERS . . .  .  Earn 10 stars and you can select a FREE stamp set valued at ($19.95) from the current catty or mini.  This offer is good till Aug 2012 as my special thank you, you will earn Sandy's Stars from every $25 in product.

If you have any questions please contact me.  I would love to talk to you about it.  You know Stampin' Up is one of my favorite subjects.  Thanks for stopping by.  Have a super duper day.  If you need any supplies please click on my link provided below.  Toodles

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RIBBON AND EMBELLISHMENT SHARE STILL AVAIL.

Hello Y'all – - Welcome to the week end.  Today I have a card to share that is practically FREE.  Today I am sharing just some of the products from this years Sale A Bration Mini.  For you newbies out there this is how is works.

For every $50 you order in Stampin' Up products you can choose a FREE product from the Sale a Bration Mini.  Sale a Bration begins on Jan 24th thru March 31st.  As an extra bonus have a workshop of $150 you will receive our special Stampin' Up tote –  host a $400 and you will receive all three products on pgs 6 and 7.  WOW !!!

IF YOU WANT IT ALL  you can join Sandy' Stampers at a very special price.  I'll have more deets when the promotion begins.  Stay tuned. 

PREFERRED CUSTOMERS. . .  You can earn FREE Stamp Sets.  Place an order for $25 and you will earn one of Sandy's Stars.  Earn 10 stars and you can select a FREE stamp set valued at ($19.95) from the current catty or mini.  You must keep track of your stars.  Email me that you have your ten stars and I will verify.  Easy Peasy (Stamp Club orders excluded)

My card today is pretty clean and simple.  It starts off with a So Saffron cardbase with a strip of Early Expresso cut at 1.5 x 5.5.  I used our Final Press Embossing Folder (115963) for some texture.  Next layer is a piece of Everyday Enchantment Designer Paper from the Sale a Bration Mini.  It is topped off with another piece of Early Expresso cut at 2 7/8 x 3 3/4 matted with a piece of Very Vanilla cut 1/8 inch smaller.  My Stamp Set is Fresh Vintage inked in Poppy Parade. 

I used some new cool tools as well from the Occasions Mini.  It is our new Edgelits Dies called Adorning Accents (125595).  You will receive two die cuts in your package for $9.95.  What a fun way to dress up you card with new shapes.  Always looking for that extra pizzazz aren't we.  LOL

If you look closely you will also see an embossed scallop with my new edge.  Stampin Up continues to coordinate products to make cardmaking easy and so pretty.  You will receive a set of three Textured Embossing Folders called Adorning Accents (125601) for $8.95.  We also have a set of matching brads.  They can be found on pg 7 of your SAB. 

Get ready folks, get your lists made.  Planning is the key to getting all the Sale A Bration items you can for FREE.  Start your engines on Jan 24th.

Thanks for stopping by today and sticking with this long post.  Have a wonderful week end.  Until next time.  Toodles

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Hello folks. . .  Happy Friday.  Seems we have made it thru another week.  Time is flying already.  Today I have a vintage style card to share with you using Stampin' Ups new stamp set called Rue Des Fleurs (125485/125487).  It is a fun set and you can find it in the Occasion Mini.

A lot of this years stamps in the Occasions Mini have that vintage feel to it.  My card is no different.  My colors are Very Vanilla, Pool Party, Peach Parfait, Pear Pizzazz.  These colors are right out of our new Designer Paper Pack Everyday Enchantment.  You can get this paper pack for FREE from the Sale a Bration Mini beginning on Jan 24th.  Isn't it just beautiful.  Yes sir ree. 

The layout is one that you have seen before.  Cardbase is Very Vanilla cut at 4.25 x 11 scored at 5.5.  Next is a Pool Party layer cut at 4 x 5 1/4.  I used our Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder (117335) for some depth.  Next is a strip of Peach Parfait at 2 1/8 by 5.5 matted with a piece of Everyday Enchantment 1/8" smaller all around. 

The Occasion Mini this year is introducing some very cool tools called Framelits.  OMG I'm so happy.  Today I worked with the Labels Collection (125598).  I used the second one in the set and stamped the sentiment from the Rue Des Fleurs Set (125485/125487).  Next I stamped the corset from the set, used inks and markers to color and cut them out with my nesties.  For a little pizzazz I added some of the larger pearls (125605) from the Occasions Mini  on pg 26.  I also added some of the new pleated ribbon Pear Pizzazz (125568).   Don't have to worry about getting your pleats even any more.  Yippie!!!!!  

I still have room in my Ribbon and Embellistment  share.  Click here to check it out.  But hurry, I want to get that order placed. 

Thanks for stopping by today.  We are having another pretty day here.  Have a great stamping day and get some ink on those fingers.  Until next time.  Toodles

Good Morning Folks. . .  Happy Wednesday.  Well, it's what we have all been waiting for, the Occasions Mini is live and you can place your orders now.  Listed below is the On Line version of the Occasions Mini and Supplies List.  If would would like a hard version of this Mini (US Only)  please drop me an email with your name and address and I will send one out.  If you already have a relationship with a Demonstrator please contact them

Occasions Mini

Occasions Mini Supply List

To place your Stampin' Up order please click here for my On Line Store, but first be sure and check out our Clearane Rack Blitz.,  It's a great way to stock up on your favorite Stampin' Up products at a 80% savings.

Preferred customer. . .  When you place a $50 or more you will earn one of Sandy's Stars.  It's my way of saying thank you for all of your support.  Earn 10 stars and you can select a FREE stamp set from the current catty or mini.  This offer is thru me only and will go from Aug 2011 thru Aug 2012. 

Here are just a few of the sneek peeks that I have done with the new products from the Occasions Mini.

Thanks for stopping by today.  Have fun Shopping.  Until next time.  Toodles

Hello Folks. . .  Happy Tuesday.  These holidays always leaves me guessing what day it is.  It's Tuesday right.  LOL 

Just a few reminders today.

• Today is the last day for ordering from the Holiday Mini.  Check it out.  There is a carry over list and I have it for you below.  These products will still be available to order after today.
  
• I'm offering a Ribbon and Embellishment  share from our new Occasions Mini.  Scroll down to yesterdays post.
   
• 2012 Calendars are still available.  I have a few left.  Contact me if you want one.  They are $6 plus $2 shipping.  Click here to view.

Today I have a Valentine's Day card to share featuring some of the new Designer Speciality Paper in the Occasions Mini.  It's called Sweet Shop (125408)  and it coordinates with matching brads that are included in our embellishment share above. 

My stamp set is an alphabet set Occasions Alphabet (117090/123598) .  As card makers we don't get to use to many alphabet sets, but this one is just perfect for cardmaking.

There are a lot of cool tools on this.  (my moto:  you can never have too many tools).  My doily comes from the paper pack Flirtatious Speciality paper (123360) , topped with two scallop hearts in Basic Black.  I used our Embosslits Die Scalloped Heart of Hearts (117332).  My solid hearts are from the Full Heart Punch (119883),  Just love it when products coordinate for easy design.  My Whisper White heart is embossed with our Perfect Polka Dot EM Folder (117335).  If you are a frequent follower of mine you know how too much white space drives me insane.  LOL

For my pretties I tied a Basic Black Satin Ribbon (117285) around the first layer.  I stamped my sentiment and used some of our Whisper White Bakers Twine (124262) and attached it using one of our saftey pins from our Vintage Trinkets (118764).  So easy.  For some sparkle and pizzazz I also added some Basic Rhinestones (119246). 

Thanks for stopping by today.  To place any orders please click here  to shop in my On Line Store 24/7.  I truly appreciate all your support.  I'm trying to expand my bussiness and would appreciate any help I can get from my viewers.  Please pass the word around that I'm available and willing to help with all your Stampin' Up needs. Let's have a great 2012!!!!!!!  Have a wonderful day.  Toodles