Valentine’s Day Ideas

Hi all!   This week didn’t go as planned, all is well but between tech issues and me under the weather, I’m going to repost a few videos I did last January. I guess it’s nature’s way of saying to take a nap, slow down and catch up:)

Many of you are stamping Valentines so I’m hoping this gives some inspiration and gets you feeling creative!
(and many of you have these bundles so it’s a good time to get them out and start using them!)

The Adoring hearts Hybrid Folder is and still available from last season!
I’m reposting the video in case you have it and need a refresher:

The Sending Love stamps/dies are still available, too!  The mailbox is so cute:

 

 

 

 

 

Video: Modest to Marlevous!

Hi all!  I had a request this week to show the new Thank You Kindley Kit.  It’s VERY hard to see what it is online….white on white but lots of texture!


Every few months SU comes out with new kits.  This one was interesting to me for all the ways I could add color.
The white is elegant, nothing wrong with keeping them as is.

See all the new Kits HERE

Here is my video!  A bit longer than usual but I kept creating….

VIEW/PRINT RECIPES WITH CUTTING MEASUREMENTS HERE

Project Shopping List 

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Remember is Sale a Bration time until the end of February!
(I think some new freebies will be announced on Feb 4th, too)See the Level One freebies available with a $60 order HERE 
See the Level 2 freebies available with a $120 Order HERE

video: Storybook Friends Part Two

Hi all!   We had a snow day today here in Western NC, which is a bit of a rarity!
Only 2-3 inches but it was lovely.   This week is part two of the Storybook Friends Bundle ( and the whole suite is called Storybook Moments).

I’ll jump right to the video!


VIEW/PRINT RECIPE PDF WITH MEASUREMENTS HERE

A squirrel that sweeps and a badger that knits… only in Storybook land!
I shortened the frame to fit the greeting in their ‘living room’

I was playing around with a faux step card and created this fun fold. It still stands up on it’s own but adds a little interest with the way it opens.

Yes!  More arch dies because I do love them:)
This one just cut out the adorable bunny from the designer paper. 

Ask my neighbor about chipmunks and he will tell a long story about them getting into his attic, chewing wires, the process of getting them out, and hoping to never see another one again.  Ask me and I think they are adorable:)

 

LOTS of new products arrived this week! Pop over HERE to see them all! 

 

PROJECT SHOPPING LIST

(you can add all to cart and then edit there to remove items)

All NEW Stamps, Dies, Ribbons, Papers and More!

Today is the day!   The new Stampin’ Up Jan-May mini catalog is LIVE as well as Sale-a-bration freebies!


(if you haven’t rec’d your copies from me, please let me know!)

To view all the PDF catalogs, click HERE!

You can shop visually for everything new HERE
There is SO much more new things online than I expected!

The Online Exclusives shopping area is booming with new things, too!
See those HERE

My Favorites:

#164629  Everyday Arches Dies $29  or bundle it with the stamps for $45  #164630


I love a corner sentiment!  The bundle is 46.75  #164743 or just the stamps for  $20  #164738
The Corner in Bloom stamp set  Level 2 freebie goes very well with these stamps!

The little brochure is really hard to see all the freebies!  
See  the Level One freebies for every $60 order HERE 
My favorites are the embossing folder, the sequins, the seagulls, and the Bloom 12×12 paper


See the Level 2 freebies with a $120 here 

 

Starter Kit Special for January/February 2025

Some join for the discount on their own orders, some join to preorder early when a new catalog launches, some join to teach others and some join just for the starter kit special!  (and that’s ok too:)

There are 2 options to choose from during Jan/Feb:

Option 1: Get $125 worth of product PLUS a choice of two Stampin’ Write Marker Assortment packs AND the Handmade Designs Cling Stamp Set (an exclusive stamp set designed to work with the markers). That’s a $216 value for just $99!    Choose two from the 4 sets of markers – Brights, Regals, Neutrals or Subtles:

(By the way, if you haven’t tried the new marker nibs for writing, you will LOVE them!)

Here is the free stamp set that comes with Option 1:

Option 2: Get $125 worth of product PLUS an additional $30 worth of product when you join Stampin’ Up! That’s a $155 value for just $99!    No markers, no free stamp set like in option 1 but you can choose what you’d like:)

Call or email me if you want to chat about it or join HERE !

Linda
407-435-3135

Video: Storybook Moments Part One

 

I sure had fun this weekend with this new paper!
I think I stopped at 8 or 9 cards and so I had to divide it up into 2 videos.  I’ll post part two next Saturday.

VIEW/PRINT 4 RECIPES WITH MEASUREMENTS HERE

I ended up buying the dies to go with the Storybook paper because of the frames.
The wedding card above was easy to antique the frames with Blends alcohol markers.
The card below on the left is an easel card (see video)


If you only want a little bit of storybook, consider getting just the designer paper!
Two sheets of die cut characters to play with including the other patterned 12×12 designs.

 

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One more day left to join my new catalog Product Shares!
New papers, ribbons and embellishments…
See my post here for Details! 

 

TWO more days until NEW products are available!
On January 7th, we will have the new Mini Catalog, New Online Exclusives AND it’s Sale a Bration, Freebies with every $60 purchase.  I’ll be back on January 7th to post all the links and catalogs!
I know you like getting your lists ready early so here are a few of my favorites from today’s video:

Project Shopping List for January 7th:
STORYBOOK MOMENTS 12″ X 12″ DESIGNER PAPER $16.50 #164662
STORYBOOK FRIENDS BUNDLE (ENGLISH) $55.75 #164675
TIMELESS PLAID 6″ X 6″ Paper #164678 $12.50
EVERYDAY ARCHES DIES $29.00 #164629   or
EVERYDAY ARCHES BUNDLE (ENGLISH) $45.00 #164630
BRUSHED SILVER AND GOLD FOIL 12″ X 12″ SPECIALTY PAPER $10.00 $164861

 

Video: Friendly Seagulls Sale-A-Bration Freebie!


Do you like the circle layout above? Or the fussy cut version below?

It’s a cute stamp set that is FREE with a $60 order between Jan 7th – Feb 28th!

Here is my video!   I love these fun birds…..

VIEW/PRINT RECIPE WITH MEASUREMENTS HERE

I still have more room for YOU in my new catalog product shares!
See my post here to join 

Linda

Project Shopping List

Video: Everyday Arches Bundle


I really love these dies….a set of 10 layering shapes is always going to be on my list!
The stamp set is a good one, too.  The sentiments match the curves:

Here is my video showing 4 projects using the new dies:


VIEW/PRINT RECIPE PDF WITH MEASUREMENTS HERE

I’ll post all the links when they go Live on January 7th but until then, there are the key item numbers and prices to help you with your lists:

Everyday Arches Bundle #164630 (online Exclusives)
$45 Everyday Arches Dies Only  #164629 $29 (online Exclusives)
Shadowed Shapes Stamp Set #164833 $20 (Jan-May Mini Catalog)
Ombre Glimmer Paper #164851 $12 (online Exclusives)

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Want a little bit of everything in new catalog?

Designer Papers, Accessories/Embellishments, Ribbons and Ephemera!

The NEW Stampin’ Up Mini catalog begins January 7th! 
If you want a sampling of ALL the new designer papers, new ribbons and new accessories,
my product shares are perfect for you!  I’m taking reservations now! 
On January 1st,  I’ll begin invoicing to collect payment via paypal or credit card.

How does a product share work?
For every 8 people, I order and sort the designer papers and cut into 6×6 pieces so you get a piece of every sheet.  For the ribbons, I’ll divide the 10 yard rolls between 5 people who get 2 yards each.
The accessories are divided between 5 people.  It’s so fun to have a little bit of everything to play with!

See my original post HERE
to see all the Product Shares Available!

Linda’s New Catalog Product Shares

The NEW Stampin’ Up Mini catalog begins January 7th! 
If you want a sampling of ALL the new designer papers, new ribbons and new accessories,
my product shares are perfect for you!

I’m taking reservations now! 
On January 1st,  I’ll begin invoicing to collect payment via paypal or credit card.

How does a product share work?
For every 8 people, I order and sort the designer papers and cut into 6×6 pieces so you get a piece of every sheet.  For the ribbons, I’ll divide the 10 yard rolls between 5 people who get 2 yards each.
The accessories are divided between 5 people.  It’s so fun to have a little bit of everything to play with!

You can order just one or get all 3 types of shares and splurge:)

To order Email Me at Linda@stampingschool.com to Reserve your spot by January 5th!
Be sure to let me know which shares you would like.
(don’t just hit reply to my blog email, that doesn’t come to me.  That is a Donotreply)
I will always reply back same day to confirm!
I’ll place the orders on January 7th when the catalog goes LIVE!  I’ll have them mailed out to you within 2 weeks.

Because of wonderful stampers like you ordering with me, I can offer Free shipping on the shares.  I get host rewards on the big order so it’s my way of saying thank you and sharing with you!

6 sheets Beautiful Bokeh (Jan-May Mini pg. 39)
6 sheets Floral Delight (Jan-May Mini pg. 35)
3 sheets Floral & Gingham Vellum (Jan-May Mini pg. 35)
6 sheets Friends of the Ocean (Jan-May Mini pg. 31)  #164684
5 sheets + Die Cuts Storybook Moments (Jan-May Mini pg. 25)  #164662
12 sheets Timeless Plaid (Jan-May Mini pg. 25)  #164678
5 sheets + Die Cuts Wildflower Birthday  (Jan-May Mini pg. 43)  #164591
12 sheets Everyday Skies (Online Exclusive)  #164622 
6 sheets Mixed Media Florals (Online Exclusive)  #164638 
3 sheets Pastel Ombre Glimmer (Online Exclusive)  #164851 

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Embellishment Share – $20

32 Antique Pearls (Jan-May Mini pg. 25)
28 Sunny Day Iridescent Dots (Jan-May Mini pg. 31)
8 Tiny Bee Trinkets (Jan-May Mini pg. 35)
 one fifth Itty Bitty Bokeh Mix (Jan-May Mini pg. 39)
30 Party Dots (Jan-May Mini pg. 43)
28 Low Profile Dots (Online Exclusive)
30 Heart Sequins (Online Exclusive)
30 Two-Tone Sparkle Gems (Online Exclusive)
24 Riverside Irregular Pearls (Online Exclusive)

2 yards Daffodil Delight 1/8″ Satin Ribbon (Jan-May Mini pg. 35)
2 yards Petal Pink 3/8″ Scalloped Ribbon (Jan-May Mini pg. 25)
2 yards  Gold 1-1/2″ Open Weave Trim (Jan-May Mini pg. 43)
2 yards  White 1/2″ Woven Ribbon (Online Exclusive) 


Splurge and treat yourself!  All 3 shares for  $55 and free shipping! 
 Papers, Embellishments, and Ribbon!
(Those that splurge get extra an Sale a Bration paper sampler from me)

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EXTRA ADD ON EPHEMERA   $30 

I offered an ephemera share for the last catalog and you said you liked it!  Ephemera sheets have punch out die cuts with images and sentiments for quick crafting.
(In my opinion, these are even better than the last ones)
see pages 11-13 of Jan-May Mini catalog

Each Ephemera pack has 2 sheets of all designs so I’ll split those between 2 people.
Birthday Treats
Spring Celebrations
Celebrate Love
Washes & Florals
Greetings for All
plus 4 Stripes & Florals Cards/Envelopes

To order your shares,  Email Me at Linda@stampingschool.com to Reserve your spot by January 5th!

Be sure to let me know which shares you would like.
(don’t just hit reply to my blog email, that doesn’t come to me.  That is a Donotreply email)

I will always reply back same day to confirm!
I’ll place the orders on January 7th when the catalog goes LIVE!

I’ll have them mailed out to you within 2 weeks.

Go stamp something !

 

Video: Some New Catalog Products to Show You

Hi All!  For this week’s video, I decided to show you some of the new things I preordered from the upcoming catalogs.  One of the nice perks of being a demo is getting things early so I did order a nice box of stuff:)

I WILL be doing my Product Shares for the new mini catalog!  
The new mini catalog and Sale-A-Bration begins January 7th.
I’ll be posting my shares this coming week.
Today’s video shows some of the products in the shares and a few of my favorites that will be available!
(after 30 minutes of show and tell, I still forgot to show you all the ephemera coming)

By the Way, a video I filmed 2 years ago is super handy around the holidays. I show how to make a large gift bag from 2 pieces of 12×12 designer paper. Thought I’d repost it here:

 


Don’t forget there are still great deals from the holiday catalog on the Last Chance List!
I like to sort by the Discount Applied Tab and use 50% off.
There are packs of 12×12 papers for under $3!   Worth a looksie.