Hey, Sports Fan Card Class

Hey Sports Fan whole class

I’m looking out my window at 6-8 inches of snow knowing baseball and softball season is just around the corner.  I’m sure I am not alone keeping the thoughts of Spring close by.  My daughter’s softball gear, plus her new team shirts are clear & present in my house (like, almost tripping over them).  When I saw the release of…

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Awesome Otters & Simply Marbelous Paper

Otter & fish card on Blue Marbelized paper card

For the last two months, I have been doing regular Facebook Lives on Tuesdays at 2:30 EST.  Be sure to turn in next Tuesday on my Mail Something Pretty Facebook Page to see a new episode.  This week, I highlighted and combined two of the Sale-a-bration choices: Awesome Otters & the Simply Marbeleous paper.  I think the two pair very…

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New Catalogs are LIVE!

2022 Occasions Catalog

We have two new catalogs beginning today – the 2022 Occasions Catalog that goes until June and the Sale-a-bration catalog that is for January & February.   I feel like I write this every time a new catalog launches, but every time it’s true…..you are going to love this new catalog!!!!  The Occasion catalogs are designed for the more intermediate to…

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All the Papers in the Paper Share

Flowering Fields Designer Paper

Sometimes it’s hard to make a decision when you can’t see what you are buying.  Below are photos of all of the new Designer Papers included in the Paper Share. Hopefully these images will convince you that you need all of these papers!!! Each share will consist of one sheet of every pattern, cut 6″ x 12″ (unless they are…

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TBT – Desktop Calendars

desktop calendar

This post was originally posted in December 2019.  But the content/tutorial is all still relevant this time of year (just not the poppy paper, but the dies are still available).  Enjoy the project! Each month for Club, we make two cards and a 3D project. This month’s 3D project was desktop calendars. They were a big hit! (and really easy…

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2022 Paper Share

Paper Share

It’s almost time for the new 2022 Occasions Catalog to begin!  And with new catalogs come new Paper Shares.  I’m announcing the 2022 Occasions Catalog Paper Share.  I pre-ordered all the papers so I could see them in person (the tiny pictures in the catalogs don’t do them justice) and start using them to show you.  Wait until you see…

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Make Your Own Paper Lanterns

paper lanterns

This is a fun project for this time of year when all we want to see is Christmas lights.  These are mini paper lanterns, or luminaries.  A little smaller than an old fashioned school milk carton.  Follow along with my video to create your own.  Substitute any die or shape that you need.  Pause the video when you need to.…

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Free Shipping TODAY ONLY!

free shipping today only

Take advantage of Stampin’ Up!’s Free Shipping Deal.  Today only on all orders of $50 or more.  Stock up on anything that is low in your supplies, buy some Christmas gifts (the kits are perfect for someone who has never crafted before) or treat yourself to something that’s been on your wishlist. Shop here – www.mailsomethingpretty.com/shoponline.  Free Shipping is today…

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Last Chance to Sign Up for Club!!!

Stamp Club Projects

My Club runs for six months at a time and the next round begins next week.  So this is your last chance to sign up for club (until June).  The deadline to sign up is tomorrow (12/7).  Club is for BOTH in person meeting AND to-go, for those who don’t live nearby or can’t make a meeting.  What is Stamp…

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Snowflake Card with Vellum & Blends

Snowflake Card with Vellum & Blends

I am in love with this card!  I loved the original I saw online which was pink, but I didn’t have the necessary pink ribbon so I turned my version into blue (I love blue Christmas cards).  That’s what we do, see something to copy and/tweak to fit the supplies we have.  We put photos, tips and videos online, for…

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Sample of What the Monthly Sketch Program Looks Like

card sketch

Are you wondering what the emails for the Sketch Program will look like? Are you wondering what people think about the program? Marie says: I love your monthly sketch program. It gives me ideas and you also provided samples to see how it would look. This program is great for the new crafters (who are just learning how to create…

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Black Friday Monthly Sketch & Samples Offers are LIVE!

Monthly Sketch & Samples on SALE

I hope you had a wonderful day with family and/or friends eating and enjoying whatever traditional Thanksgiving dish and activities you love.  Ours was a bit more traditional this year with turkey and all the fixings and chicken (for my daughter who doesn’t like turkey).  We finished off the day with apple crisp and leftover birthday cake.  Last year, because…

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Join Stamp Club!

Stamp Club

I’ve been running Stamp Club for a number of years and it’s one of my favorite things that I do.  The people who join are so nice.  They enjoy seeing each other, talking, sharing, connecting with & teaching one another (and me too).  There’s even a bit of connection for the to-go members too, certainly I feel connected to them.…

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Monthly Sketch Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale!

Black Friday Sale - Monthly Sketches

Beginning on Friday and ending on Cyber Monday, you can subscribe to my Monthly Sketch Program for an incredible Black Friday/Cyber Monday discount. What is my Monthly Sketch Program? Each month, you will receive a new card sketch with four card samples delivered straight to your inbox. You can use the sketch, measurements & samples right away, or save them…

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Holiday Stamping Gift Ideas

Christine's Stampin' Holiday Gift Guide

Are you in the Holiday shopping mode yet?  I’ve noticed that many stores look a bit empty with lack of options, sizes and choices.  Below are my choices for gifts you can give your friends & family – all things that you love (using) too!  Or, let your spouse or family member know that some of these items are on your…

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10 – 20% Off Card Stock, Inks & Dies This Week!

Three Day Stampin’ Sale! Instead of a “Black Friday” Sale, Stampin’ Up! is doing a “Seasonal Sale” and it begins tomorrow, Tuesday November 16!!! You can get these sale prices on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday!!!! 10% off card stock 15% off ink pads (excluding ink pad bundles & 3rd party ink pads) 20% off dies (Annual Catalog only) AND you can combine…

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Christmas Tags & Cards Class

Christmas Tags & Cards class

Join us at a Christmas Tags & Cards Class on Wednesday, December 1st at 1pm & 7pm. To-go options as well for those who do not live near or unavailable that day.  You will have to provide your own stamps/sentiments, I’ll provide the rest. $40 In Person, $45 to-go (to cover postage or $40 for pickup). RSVPs needed by November…

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Christmas Treats Packaging – Sign up by November 10

November paper pumpkin kit

Do you make treats for Christmas?  How do you wrap them?  Would you like some help with that?  November’s Paper Pumpkin crafting kit to the rescue!  This kit includes 9 oversized treat boxes, 3 each in the shape of a snowman, Christmas Tree and pile of presents.  And they come with 9 food safe bags to put your treats in.…

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Join Stampin’ Up!, Me & Possibilities for Only $75!

Join Stampin' Up! & Me

Today begins an incredible offer for joining Stampin’ Up! You can join for only $75!!!! This offer is only good from today and until the end of the month. I think the value of joining Stampin’ Up! is priceless, no matter what the joining cost is.  You can be in this club of demonstrators and participate in any way you wish:…

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