Stampin' In His Name

A Shimmery Happy New Year To You!

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU! 

Though my New Year's celebrations are very casual and quiet - I thought I would make you a "glitzy" card to wish you a Happy New Year!

This entire card shimmers from the Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder, Shimmery White card stock and the entire card is covered in Shimmer Spray made with our Shimmer Paint.  For details on the recipe for Shimmer Spray, see THIS POST.  Good News!  Stampin' Up! will continue to carry Shimmer Paint into the Spring!

Had to stick with the classic Black and White for New Year's.  Tried doing this in Gold and Silver and it just wasn't working.

May you have a safe and blessed 2010!

Stamps: Crazy for Cupcakes and Teeny Tiny Wishes

Paper: Shimmery White, Night and Day Designer Series Paper and Basic Black

Ink: Craft White

Accessories: Heat Tool, Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder, Shimmer Paint-Frost White, Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals and Mini Glue Dots

 

Stampin’ In His Name,

Sweet Centers Send Off!

First of all, I have to apologize for being so quiet lately.  I was busy with Christmas preparations as I'm sure were all of you, and then I got the flu on Christmas Eve and was sick the entire weekend.  Blah!  But I'm better now and have a card to show you.   

I had to play one last time with our Sweet Centers stamp set as it will no longer be available after Monday, January 4th.  That is the last day that you can order from our Holiday Mini Catalog.  I really enjoyed this set so don't be surprised if you see another project with it this week.

I stamped the heart image on Whisper White card stock and accented the small heart with Crystal Effects.  It is mounted to the card with Stampin' Dimensionals.

I may actually shed a tear when this awesome Night and Day Specialty Designer Series Paper goes out Monday as well.  Boo Hoo!

I used the sketch from SUDSOL's Chat and Challenge (223) for the layout.  I have to say that I love using Basic Black and Whisper White with one "pop" color.  Today I chose one of our In Colors - Melon Mambo!

I am going to be brief today, now my son Hunter is sick!  I love to share I guess. 

Don't miss your chance to get any of the fabulous items in our Holiday Mini Catalog before it goes away.  You can view it HERE.

Stamps:  Sweet Centers

Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White and Melon Mambo

Ink: Melon Mambo

Accessories: Crystal Effects and Stampin' Dimensionals

 

Stampin’ In His Name,

 

Christmas Potpourri

These are some fun and quick little gifts that I am giving to my neighbors and friends.  I "borrowed" the idea from Stampin' Up!'s CEO, Shelli Gardner.

They are little Christmas Potpourri kits and WOW do they make your house smell wonderful!

The contents include an orange, two cinnamon sticks and whole cloves.

The little scroll tied up with the cinnamon sticks is the directions on what to do with the contents of the bag.

I used our Tree Trimmings stamp setto stamp the instructions so they would coordinate with the Merry Moments Designer Series Paper that I used with our Top Note Die for the tags.

Images from our Christmas Punch Hostess set were used on the tag both inside and out.

A piece of 3/4" Real Red Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon ties off the top of a Large Cello Bag which holds it all.  Yes, I had the plain side of the ribbon showing in the front.

ENJOY!

Stamps: Christmas Punch (Hostess) and Tree Trimmings

Paper: Merry Moments Designer Series Paper and Very Vanilla

Ink: Chocolate Chip Classic Pad and Real Red Marker

Accessories: Big Shot, Top Note Die, 1/16" punch, Wide Oval Punch, Silver Elastic Cord, 3/4" Real Red Polka-Dot Ribbon, Chocolate Chip 1/4" grosgrain ribbon

 

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

 

Stampin’ In His Name,

 

Jill

SNEAK PEEK: You Stole My Heart

Oh my goodness - isn't he cute!!??  He makes me smile every time I see him.  This little guy comes from the Love Bandit stamp set that will be available in the 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog (beginning January 5th).  Be sure to watch your mail boxes at the end of December for your copy of this catalog.

I can't show you the entire stamp set (per Stampin' Up! rules) but I can show you the projects that I have made from all the new goodies I was able to pre-order as a demonstrator. 

I made this card as my swap card for my Icy Inker downline Christmas party last Saturday.  I just had to have this set when I saw it.  I went very simple with the card allowing the Real Red heart and punch accent to "speak for themselves".  I love the color combo and the interest that is added with the polka dots that come from our Stampin' Up! Backgrounds 1 Texturz Plate.

I stamped Mr. Bandit with StazOn Jet Black Ink and colored him in with Going Gray and Real Red Stampin' Write Markers.  I accented the heart with some Crystal Effects.  Don't you just want to pinch him!?

OK, I'll quit gushing.  But I do have to say that I love our new 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog and I know you will too!

Stamps: Love Bandit

Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White and Real Red

Ink: StazOn Jet Black Ink Pad and Going Gray and Real Red Stampin' Write Markers

Accessories: Big Shot, Stampin' Up! Backgrounds I Texturz Plates, Round Tab Punch, Crystal Effects

Stampin’ In His Name,

Jill

 

Christmas Party Projects

First of all I have to apologize for my lack of creative postings.  Between Christmas and being sick, I'm a little "off my game".  But I am making up for it today with 5 different projects.  I wanted to share the things we made and swapped at my Icy Inkers (downline group) Christmas party.

This cute Christmas Matchbox box was swapped by Deb Arleque.  This Big Shot die is on sale right now with our 12 Days Of Holiday Sale promotion! 

This was Deb's Make and Take project that she brought for us to do.  I love how she added the swirls to the snow with the Texturz Plates for the Big Shot.

 
This was Chris Occhipinti's swap card.  I love what Chris did with Soft Suede color and the Finial Press Embossing Folder!  Beautiful.

This was a Make and Take project brought by Nina Lomax.  It was so fun to do something with bright colors in December!

This was another Make and Take brought by Nina.  Just love the spring colors.

We had a wonderful time last Saturday morning eating brunch, stamping, playing with new product and relaxing.  I so enjoyed the morning.  I would love to have you join us at our next meeting (January 4th) if you are interested in becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  Being a demonstrator lets you make extra money while sharing a craft you love!  I love my job!

Thanks for stopping by.

   

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115957	195	Thanks Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
114513	195	Sweetest Stem Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115952	195	Hi Embosslits die	$11.95	$8.96
115951	197	Timeless Type Junior Alphabet Medium Sizzlits die	$74.95	$59.96
113446	197	Build a Flower #2 Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$19.95	$16.96
114509	197	Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$21.95	$18.66
113448	197	Hearts Set Sizzlits 4-Pack die	$19.95	$16.96
113457	198	Tulipe Bigz die	$21.95	$16.46
115954	198	Two Tags Bigz die	$21.95	$18.66
114524	199	Fringed Flower Bigz die	$19.95	$15.96
114523	199	Decorative Accents Bigz die	$19.95	$15.96
114534	199	Flower Bigz Clear die	$19.95	$15.96
113473	199	5-Point 3D Star Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113472	199	Circle 3D Ornament Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113470	199	Flower Layers w/Leaf Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
113465	199	Bird w/Leaves and Flower Bigz die	$19.95	$16.96
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113484	200	Baskets & Blooms Bigz XL die	$39.95	$31.96
116760	201	Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
116759	201	Pop-Up 3D Ball Bigz XL die	$39.95	$29.96
114890	201	Matchbox Bigz XL die	$42.95	$36.51
113458	202	Flower Layers Originals die	$15.95	$13.56
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Christmas Tags and My Blog Candy Winner

Here are some quick and easy gift tags that you can make and add to your Christmas gifts this year.

 
All of these tags were made with our Two Tags Die for the Big Shot and the Sweet Season stamp set.

 
We made these tags at Convention this year as one of our make and take projects.

I just loved how they turned out.  So cute and fun!

Stamps: Sweet Season

Paper: Chocolate Chip, Garden Green, Real Red, Very Vanilla  and Merry Moments Designer Series Paper

Ink: Chocolate Chip and Real Red

Accessories: Big Shot, Two Tags Die, Scallop Circle Punch, 1 3/8" circle punch, 1 1/4" circle punch, Wide Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon and Clear Rhinestone Brads

 

 

BLOG CANDY WINNER!

 

 

Well, I'm officially 40 now and I'm not sure it has "sunk in" yet.  I still think I'm 28.  But I know that I'm happier now than I was at 28.  Thank you everyone who sent me birthday cards and wishes - I really appreciate it!  So do you want to know who won the blog candy??

 

Random.org has chosen our winner -

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

13

Timestamp: 2009-12-11 21:07:36 UTC

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO CHRISTINA BERRING!  Christina's comment was #13 and here is her comment:

Hi Jill! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! My family opens one present on Christmas Eve. On Christmas Day we eat a big home-made breakfast in our pj's and then we enjoy opening presents together. It is calm and relaxing.

Christina - your prize package will be sent out on Monday!  Thank you all who took the time to leave a comment.  It was fun too see all of your traditions!

Stampin’ In His Name,

 

Jill

 

BIRTHDAY BLOG CANDY!

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This Thursday, December 10th, is my birthday and I want to give a gift to you!

Check out this awesome gift package:

• Congrats stamp set (2009 Sale-a-Bration exclusive)
• VersaMark Stamp Pad
• Night and Day Designer Series Paper Assortment
• 3 yards Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon
• 3 yards Basic Black 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon

How do you enter?  Simply leave a comment on this post.  What is a Christmas tradition for your family?  What is a tradition you would like to start?  Only comments on this post will qualify you to win.

So...can you guess what birthday I am celebrating based on the color of my prize package (not 50)?  I can't wait to hear what you do with your families at Christmas!

Edited to Add: I will pick the winner on Friday Dec. 11th at approximately 1pm PST.

Thanks for stopping by.

 

Stampin' Up! on The TODAY Show This Friday!

Stampin' Up! Co-Founder and CEO, Shelli Gardner will appear on NBC's The TODAY Show this Friday, December 4th!  We are told that her segment (3 minutes) will be in the 4th hour of the show.  Check your local NBC listings as the 4th hour is not always televised directly after the 3rd in some markets.

Since 2005, Stampin' Up! has been honored to participate in the TODAY Show's Annual Holiday Toy & Gift Drive. This year, Stampin' Up! will be donating over $150,000 worth of stamping and paper crafting products to the following organizations:

• Child S.H.A.R.E.
• A Place Called Home
• Alliance for Children's Rights
• Children's Hospital
• El Concilio Del Condado de Ventura
• St. Joseph Center
• Yolo Wayfarer Center Christian Mission
• Metro Atlanta Task Force on the Homeless
• ARC of Bergen and Passaic Counties
• Women in Need
• ARMS
• Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless
• Housing Works
• All Children's House Family Center
• Cathedral Community Cares
• Catholic Big Brothers and Sisters
• Dominican Women's Development Center
• Girls' Vacation Fund (Girls' Quest)
• Partnership with Children
• Project Sunshine
• Little Flower Children's Services of New York
• Domestic Violence Intervention Services
• Texas Head Start Association
• First Place School
• Friendship Project

Here are just some of the boxes that were packed full of retired product and shipped out for the toy drive.  

Yet another time when I am honored to be a part of such a giving company!  Way to go Stampin' Up!

 

Love, Joy, Peace Holiday Decor and Prize Drawing Winner

I am so thrilled with this Christmas project that I made last week.  It will sit on one of my living room end tables this Christmas season.

I started with a piece of Real Red card stock and cut it down to 8 1/2" x 11".  To create the black stripes - I took a Sponge Dauber, inked it with Basic Black Classic Ink and ran it along a ruler.  As you can see - I did this without specifically spacing out the lines.  The splatter was created with a watercolor brush and bleach and a "flick of the wrist".

To create the focal image, I used our Join The Cheer Decorative Strip Die for the Big Shot to die cut the three words.  I applied ink to the snowflake images with Sponge Daubers for a lighter effect than inking them directly in the ink pad.  I also sponged around the edge of the Naturals Ivory card stock with Stamping Sponges and Real Red and Old Olive Classic Ink.  The scripture reference was printed on my computer, trimmed down and simply adhered under the word "Peace".  Galatians 5:22 - "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,  v.23 gentleness and self-control." 

I have been wanting to create this frame since last Christmas when I saw these napkins.  Aren't they pretty?!

It is a quick and inexpensive way to add something new to your Christmas decor this year. 

ENJOY!

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Stamps: Patterned Pines and Christmas Punch (Hostess)

Paper: Basic Black, Real Red and Naturals Ivory

Ink: Basic Black, Real Red and Old Olive Classic Ink

Accessories: Big Shot, Join The Cheer Decorative Strip Die, Sponge Daubers, Stamping Sponges, Watercolor Brush and Bleach

 

 

DOOR PRIZE DRAWING WINNER!

 

Congratulations to Debi Davidson!  Debi is the winner of my Online Extravaganza Prize Drawing!  Thank you to everyone who placed orders with me in the last week - I couldn't do this without you!