Thursday, December 24, 2009

Manly Man Card Class





January's class of the month will be Mainly Man Cards! On January 17th at 2:00pm we will be making 6 cards, envelopes included, all with a guy theme. The stamp set that we will be using is Totally Tool. The cost of the class is $15 for just the cards or $40 for the stamp set and the cards. Please let me know if you will be joining us by January 10th so I can order enough products.
Can't make it that day: You can also purchase the "kit" for the same price. Kit pickups will take place after the class has been held. Of course, all class fees and kit fees will need to be pre-paid. Thanks for understanding.

Christmas Candles


Christmas Eve is HERE!  I really do love the Christmas time of year but it sure is a busy time.  Luckly I work in the "schools" so I am off for Christmas break, but my husband works at a church so it's the busy time of year for him.  Someday.....  
Anyway, the people that my hubby works with always gives little gifts to each other.  So I quick whipped up these candles.  They are Candy Cane Mint scented with a quick tag on the top.  I used the two tag die for the SU! big shot (great die to have, love it!) dressed it up with a stamp, candy cane, and ribbon.  When I make my candles I purchase the wax from Swan Creek Candles, the best soy wax ever.  Just melt and pour.  Easy Peasy! 
Enjoy & Merry Christmas!

Friday, December 11, 2009

12 Days of Sales

Stampin' Up! has done it again!  For the next 12 days (till Dec 22nd) tons of their Sizzix Big Shot items are on sale.  Also, Decor Element sheets are on sale.  Why would you want those?  Well, let me tell you first of all they are a great deal:  you can use them with your Big Shot, other die cut machine or even that electronic cutting machine (yep, you all know the one) to cut out tons of great shapes.  You can even use them with your SU! punches.  I've used them with my alphabet dies!  Think I'm going to use some of the chalkboard elements and my Top Note die, to make some great christmas presents.  My mind is whirling with ideas!  
Here's the fine print:  
Online orders may be placed till Dec 22nd at 11:50 MST via my website.
or you may e-mail or call me with your order till 5:00pm EST on the 22nd.  The 22nd is my 8th Wedding Anniversary so I will be out on the town with my hubby after that!  

NOW here are all the deals:


Item

Page #

Description

Regular Price

Discounted Price

114515

195

Flower Burst Embosslits die

$11.95

$8.96

114516

195

Cherry Blossom Embosslits die

$11.95

$8.96

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

115961

200

Perfect Setting Bigz XL die

$42.95

$32.21

113483

200

Pennant Bigz XL die

$39.95

$29.96

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

114336

158

Kraft Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$10.36

114334

158

Dark Gray Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$10.36

114337

158

Chocolate Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$10.36

114335

158

White Décor Elements sheets 12" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$10.36

118797

n/a

So Saffron Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118798

n/a

Rose Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118799

n/a

Taken With Teal Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118800

n/a

Pretty In Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118801

n/a

Bashful Blue Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118802

n/a

Real Red Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118803

n/a

Old Olive Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118804

n/a

Black Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118805

n/a

Night of Navy Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118806

n/a

Certainly Celery Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118807

n/a

Tempting Turquoise Décor Elements Sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118808

n/a

Clear Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118809

n/a

Pumpkin Pie Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118810

n/a

Pixie Pink Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118812

n/a

Sahara Sand Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118813

n/a

Gable Green Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118814

n/a

Basic Gray Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$12.95

$9.71

118815

n/a

Chalkboard Décor Elements sheets 15" x 24" (2)

$14.95

$11.21

   

Thursday, December 10, 2009

NEW Products from the Occasions Mini Catalog


One of the many perks of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator is that you get to order all the new products early.  So I hate to brag, but I have in my hand the NEW 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog, Sale-A-Bration Catalog, and Decor Elements update!!!!  Plus, I already received my first order out of them.  I wish I could post the catalogs for you but I'm not able to till Jan 5th.  However I can show you pictures of the new products I ordered.  
Here they are:

  How cute are these Sweet Pea Stitched Felt????  They are quality stitched felt and come in a pack with 52 pieces total for $7.95.  There also is a paper pack that matches.  Sweet Pea paper stack (our first paper stack) 48 12x12 sheets of two sided designer paper for $24.95.  
You may wonder what kind of product is this?  Guess what??  SU! now has UNMOUNTED STAMPS.  We are calling them clear mount stamps, but the stamps themselves still use SU! quality rubber and foam.   I'm so excited to try them out, so far I've heard great things about them.  All of the stamp sets in the Occasions mini and Sale-a-bration have the option of being clear mounted.  So far here are the benefits I see: price (about 10% less), storage (they store in a DVD case sized box), flexibility (mount several stamps on one acrylic block at once).  I'm sure there are a ton more but that is what quick comes to mind.  
This is the My Matroyshka Stamp set.  You can see the back side of the stamp and then the front side with the optional labels applied to the foam.  Think vinyl cling.
All the clear mount stamp sets come packaged in a storage box (dvd case size) with a label on not only the front but also on the side for quick reference.  
Remember all these stamp sets are available starting January 5th on my website just click on shop.




Christmas Digital Pages






I have a new obsession (did I mention this is our second snow day in a row!!) and it's digital scrapbooking with SU!'s My Digital Studio.  Here are some Christmas pages that only took me minutes to create, so quick and still so cute!


Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Blizzard SALE!!!

Ok, not really, but SU! is going to have a huge sale starting this Friday December 11th.  I have NO clue what will be on sale, but the word on the street is that it includes items never on sale before.  Those of you that will still be digging out from the blizzard this week can shop online from the comfort of your home, no need to put your coat and boots on.  Of course you can always e-mail me or call to place your order too!  
If you plan on ordering Christmas gifts please make sure that you place your order by December 14th for regular shipping, after the 14th I recommend either 2 day or next day air to ensure on time delivery.  Can't make that deadline????  How about a gift certificate?  I have them in-stock and ready to go.  

Monday, December 7, 2009

My Digital Studio Christmas Cards




This year I've decided to use SU!'s new My Digital Studio program to make my Christmas cards.  Ever since I had Zoë I've struggled with how to get her cute little on a cute hand stamped card.  So now I have the best of BOTH worlds!  So excited and I was truly easy to do.  Really!
My Digital Studio is available for purchase from my website  (click on website) for $79.95.  Don't let that price tag scare you it comes with TONS of digital designer papers, kits, stamps, punches, cardstock, embellishments.  I don't know the exact count off my head but it's got to be hundreds.  Plus there are additional downloads that will continue to come out that you can purchase ($3-$12 range approx) in the future.  

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Few Quick Christmas Card Ideas





Well, it's that time of year again!  Maybe you are ahead of the game and already have your cards stamped, signed, and all set to go or maybe not.  
 So, I thought I would quick share some card ideas.  
 

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Christmas CD Scrapbook Class 12/13






Hi Everyone!  It's been a while since I taught a class SO I've decided to hold one.  On December 13th at 2:00pm I will be teaching this cute scrapbook class.  This is a great gift idea for those people that you need a little something gifty for OR just to keep for yourself!  

The cost will be $20.  For this $20 you will receive 1/2 of a pack of the Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin Kit, all the accessories and paper that you need to make the project, and a set of instructions so that you can remember how it's made in the future.  
This class will take about 2 hours to complete more or less.  

If you are interested here is the fine print: 
December 13th at 2:00 at my home
1514 Erin St 
Jenison, MI 49428
616-550-8054 or taraangus@gmail.com

I MUST know that you are attending and have your $20 in hand, cash, check, or paypal* by SATURDAY DEC 5th  so that I can order enough Scrappin Kits.
If you would like to make this project but can't attend you may sign up for a "Kit" and can pick it up from me after the class to make the scrapbook on your own, or for an additional $5 I will ship the "Kit" to you.   

Your class fee of $20 is not refundable if you are not able to make it to the class, however you will be able to pick your kit up from me after the class to put it together on your own.  
Thanks for understanding!

*If you are interested in payment via paypal please send me an e-mail at taraangus@gmail.com and I will send you an invoice.  Thanks!