3 More Days and Counting!

Not many more days to go until the January 6 launch of both the 2015 Occasions catalog and the Sale-a-bration catalog!  And do you know what else isn’t many days away?  Valentines Day!  If you want to make your sweetheart, grandchildren, BFF, children, or anyone else a special Valentine’s day treat & card, be sure to plan ahead.   That…

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4 more days!!!!

I already mailed two of today’s cards out to friends who had December birthdays – I have to be totally honest here and admit I mailed them as belated birthday cards.  But, what a surprise they got when they saw new products on their birthday cards (they are both Stampin’ Up! demonstrators).Yesterday I posted cards using the new chalk ink.  This…

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Only 5 days left!

I am thrilled to be using new products!  This next one is brand new to me and highly recommended by a fellow demonstrator friend, Teresa.Stampin’ Up! has partnered with ColorBox and created “Chalk Ink Pads” and special Chalkboard Paper!  Doesn’t it look like a real chalkboard???  I used two of the three chalk colors here.  The background image is in…

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Dates for Upcoming Classes & Events – RSVP!

I finally sat down with my calendar, new catalogs & products and figured out the next three months – phew.   No photos yet, but I’m working on them.  I’m really excited to show you what Stampin’ Up! has to offer.  And I’m super excited to share what I learn when I go to Stampin’ Up!’s Leadership conference at the…

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Only a few days left … don’t miss out!

Only a few days left to take advantage of the 2014 year-end closeout sale!  So many items on sale – even items that are in the current occasions holiday catalog.  Stock up on products and card kits and use them next year.  If you are smart, you’ll assemble them all in the summer.  Just think how nice that would have…

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Curious about what’s inside the box?

I received this box today, but I can’t show you what’s inside because it’s filled with all new products from the upcoming Occasions catalog which goes live on January 6.  This is a tease I know.  But, I am able to show you this: It’s the front cover of the new catalog!!!  Do you see that lovely bouquet?  It’s all made…

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Gift Boxes – Santa and Nutcracker Style

Today’s class features these great Santa and Nutcracker treat boxes.  Aren’t they just awesome!  They were created and designed by my fellow demo friend Gretchen.  The sparkly mustaches really pop and glitter in person.  The coloring is done with the fabulous Blendabilities.   You just have to give them a try because I know you will fall in love.  I…

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Sale Items until Dec. 2 ONLY! 50 – 20% off

Sale Prices are in RED and only on sale until Dec. 2.  Click Shop above to place your order and save! 2″ CIRCLE PUNCH Price: $16.95 $8.47 ALPHABET ROTARY STAMP Price: $14.95 $7.47 BEACH HOUSE DESIGNER WASHI TAPE Price: $4.95 $2.47 BLUSHING BRIDE 3/4″ CHEVRON RIBBON Price: $8.95 $4.47 CALYPSO CORAL 3/4″ CHEVRON RIBBON Price: $8.95 $4.47 CHALKBOARD BANNER SIMPLY CREATED KIT Price: $19.95 $9.97 CHERRY COBBLER 3/4″ CHEVRON RIBBON Price: $8.95 $4.47 CHOCOLATE…

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Extravaganza Sale – This Week Only!!!

Stampin’ Up!’s Online Extravaganza starts on Monday with select items and bundles at discounted prices. Plus, there will be limited-time doorbusters on November 24 and December 1. You don’t want to miss them! This sale lasts from November 24 through December 2, or while supplies last.  Click here to place your order. During the Online Extravaganza, a few of the…

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Stamp on your Sick Day

Last night I received the first photo from my cousin.  It’s her daughter making cards – she was home sick from school.  This photo made me so happy because she was using products she just ordered at her neighbors workshop two weeks ago.  Look how happy she is in the second photo!  I can’t tell you how many people who…

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Do you know how to re-ink an ink-pad?

Sometimes we use a favorite ink pad so much that we need to add some ink back into it.  I noticed that my Coastal Cabana ink has been looking a little on the light side.  It’s one of my fave fave favorites (as my 6 year old niece would say).  Rather than just ink it and be on my way,…

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Your Holiday Wish List

Today is November 5 which means there are only 50 days until Christmas.  You read correctly, only 50 days until Christmas!!!  This means there are less than 50 days for shopping, shipping and wrapping.  On another day, I will suggest gift ideas for you to buy for your loved ones.  We all know that Stampin’ Up! makes great products that…

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Plan a Ladies Night with this Christmas Card Kit

Stampin’ Up! comes up with some great products and this one is definitely great in a couples ways.  Who likes to get together with their girlfriends?  Who would like to take a stab at being creative this Christmas?  Who wants to try out Stampin’ Up! but doesn’t know what to order? If you said “Me” to any of these questions,…

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The Perfect Gift – A Gift Certificate!

Don’t we all want to pick just the perfect gift for those we care about?  Sometimes that perfect gift is a gift that they get to choose for themselves.  Think about giving gift certificates this year.  Easy shopping for you and fun choosing for them.  Purchase a gift certificate though me and your recipient can choose great Stampin’ Up! products…

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Pumpkin Pie – Paper Pumpkin Style!

My Paper Pumpkin box arrived last night – yippee!  I get so excited when I see this red box in my mailbox, to see what is inside each month and what great project I get to make. Here I am mid assembly.  See how all the pieces are included?  Stamps, ink, glue dots, directions and this month some alternate Pinterest pictures…

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Would you like a catalog?

Holiday season is fast approaching….Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukah, Christmas and New Years. I would like to send you the holiday catalog so that you can creatively immerse yourself in these upcoming holidays.  Isn’t everything better when homemade is involved? Email me your name, phone number and best time to call you (christine@mailsomethingpretty.com) and I will call you to get the rest of your…

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World Card Making Day = Fabulous

On Sunday, 15 women came to my house to celebrate and participate in World Card Making Day.  What a great day!  This was my first time hosting such an event.  They each made 10 cards for themselves and 2 for the Christmas meal for Meals on Wheels.  We lunched on homemade soups, breads and biscotti.  Delicious!  Below are a few photos…

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