Occasions Mini Catalog!

The Occasions Mini Catalog order period starts today!  There are so many wonderful new products inside that I know you are going to love.  Click on the image above to see for yourself.

I'm sharing the final card from my upcoming Birthday Bash Stamp-a-Stack.  Wednesday, January 5th is the deadline to sign up for Friday's class, so email me at melissa@thestampdoc.com if you would like to attend.  All of the cards feature the new Bring On The Cake Stamp set from the Occasions Mini Catalog.  I think this card is my favorite!

 
I just love the bright colors and simplicity of this design.  If you would like to order any of the products used to create these cards, just visit my Stampin' Up! website.

Happy Numbers

 Here is another fun & bright card from my upcoming Birthday Bash Stamp-a-Stack.  The main image stamp features numbers from 0 to 9, plus "st", "nd", "rd", and "th".  You can simply highlight the number for any birthday, as I have done here for a 5th birthday.  I stamped the image with Black Staz-on ink, then colored the numbers with Bashful Blue and Real Red markers.

This would be a great card to have on hand for upcoming birthdays.  I plan to keep a couple for those last-minute parties that my children always get invited to.  :0)

Birthday Mojo

 
This is one of the cards we"ll be making at my upcoming BIRTHDAY BASH Stamp-A-Stack.  Each card features the Bring on the Cake stamp set and Celebrations Designer Series Paper.  The colors are so bright & colorful.....perfect for birthdays!  I used the Mojo Monday sketch to create this simple design.  Finished card size is 4" x 4".

 
SUPPLIES:

Stamp Set:  Bring On the Cake (Occasions Mini catalog)

Ink:  Black Staz-On

Paper:  Whisper White, Real Red, Pacific Point, Pear Pizzaz, Bashful Blue, Celebrations DSP

Accessories:  Markers (Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point, Bashful Blue, Real Red), 1-3/8" circle punch, linen thread, Daffodil Delight button, dimensionals

 

Bring on the Cake!

 
It's the first class of the new year!  We'll be making 8 Birthday cards, 2 each of the 4 designs shown above.  The cost is $20 per person and includes all supplies except adhesive.  Deadline to sign up is Wednesday, January 5th.  Payment is required to hold your spot.

WHEN:  Friday, January 7th

TIME:  7:00 PM

WHERE:  The Stamp Shack, 118 S. Buckeye Street, Kokomo, IN

 

Birthday Bash Stamp-a-Stack

Class Attendee $20.00 Class Kit by Mail $25.00

Class kits are available and will ship within 10-14 days after payment is received.  Cost is $25 and includes shipping.  You'll receive pre-cut cardstock, envelopes, and embellishments plus a pdf file with the instructions for completing each card.  You will need the following items to complete the cards as shown.

• 
  
  Bring On The Cake stamp set
  
  


• 
  
  Black Staz-on ink pad
  
  


• 
  
  Stampin' Write markers:  Blush Blossom, Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point, Pear Pizzaz, Real Red, Bashful Blue
  
  


• 
  
  Adhesives:  mini glue dots, SNAIL, and dimensionals recommended
  
  


• 
  
  Scissors
  
  

 I'll be sharing each of these cards in more detail this week.

Holiday Stamp-a-Stack

A downside to being a Doctor of Chiropractic is that you know when something is really wrong with your own body.  A few weeks ago, I started having trouble with my right elbow.  I've had minor problems with it in the past and have jokingly called it "stamper's elbow."  However, this time it was bad and I knew that I had an ulnar nerve entrapment.  I also had a Stamp-a-Stack coming up and was worried that I would not be able to cut card stock for my guests.

With some rest and therapy, I was able to help my elbow pain.  However, I didn't want to irritate it more by cutting tons of paper.  You'll see that the cards I designed for this class are super simple.  Almost all of my guests were finished within 1 hour.  We made 2 each of 4 designs.  The other card was featured in this previous post.

The picture above may give you some indication of why my elbow was hurting.....so, the first card was a simplified version of one of my recent swap cards.

Stamp Set:  Christmas Postcard

Ink:  Cherry Cobbler, Kraft (sponged around edges)

Paper:  Deck the Halls Designer Series Paper, Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla

Accessories:  Sticky Strip, Champagne Glass Glitter, Sponges

The finished size of this card is 3" x 6".  The main question everyone asked is if we have envelopes to fit this size of card.  The answer is "yes!".  Item # 107286  Small Open-End Envelopes. 

Stamp Set:  Word Play

Ink:  Cherry Cobbler and Old Olive markers

Paper:  Very Vanilla, Jolly Holiday Designer Series Paper

Accessories:  Big Shot, Ovals Originals die, Dimensionals

 

And I just had to throw one Halloween card in the mix.  My customers LOVED the Spider Web embossing folder, but are wanting ideas for using it at other times of the year.  We decided it would be good for an "Over the Hill" birthday.  If you've got a creative idea, share it by adding a comment at the end of this post.

Stamp Set:  Wicked Cool

Ink:  Basic Black

Paper:  Wicked Fun Specialty, Whisper White, Basic Gray, Basic Black

Accessories:  Big Shot, Spider Web Embossing Folder, Raven Lace Trim

Happy Stampin'

Cute Mojo 155

Well, I obviously like the sketch from Mojo Monday this week, because I used it again....this time on a holiday card for my first Holiday Stamp-a-Stack tonight.  (You can see my wicked Halloween card here)

The card features A Cute Christmas stamp set and the Candy Cane Specialty Designer Series Paper.....check out the red glitter stripes!

A Cute Christmas (Set of 9)

120825  Wood Mount    $25.95

121133  Clear Mount     $18.95

I also used the Big Shot to cut the circles:  Scallop Circle #2 for the large scallop and Circles #2 for the large white and small white circles.

One of the reasons this sketch is so great is that you can use up small scraps of coordinating papers to create a beautiful card.  Here are the measurements I used for the Candy Cane paper:

Blue Snowflakes:  1-1/4" x 3-1/4"

Dots:  1-1/2" x 3-1/4"

Green Mittens:  1" x 3-1/4"

Glitter Stripes:  2" x 4"

There is a contest on Mojo Monday this week, so if you use this sketch, be sure to enter before 8PM MT on Sunday.

As I stated earlier, this is one of the cards for tonight's Stamp-a-Stack.  We'll be making 8 cards, 2 each of 4 designs.  (I'll be sharing the other cards with you soon!)  If you live near Kokomo, Indiana, I'd love to have you join us at an upcoming class.  You can view all my events here.

Happy Stampin'

Got More Treats

Last Friday was the Got Treats Stamp-a-Stack.  I've already shared the cupcake card, so it's time for you to see the other 3 cards.

 

This card would be great for an anniversary or a fun wedding/engagement card.  It uses the Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, and a little bit of the Play Date designer series paper.

I am soooooo holding back on sharing all of my Halloween projects with you, but I was able to sneak this card in.  Wouldn't this stamp image be perfect on the Pumpkin Poop boxes?  I've got your wheels turning, don't I?  The designer paper is called Wicked Fun Specialty and it features black flocking.  Some of the black circles are fuzzy....love it!

And last but not least, GINGERBREAD MEN!!!  Something about these little guys just makes me smile.  The large stamp image is from the Got Treats stamp set, but the smaller gingerbread man image is from a Holiday Mini stamp set called Jolly Bingo Bits.   The designer paper is called Jolly Holiday.

On all of the cards, I used the 1-3/4" circle punch and the 2-3/8" Scallop Circle punch.  I just changed the layouts and the designer paper choice to fit the occasion.  Most of the stamp images were inked with markers. I just love it when you can create many different cards with one stamp set and a limited number of supplies.

To order any Stampin' Up! products, be sure to visit my Stampin' Up website.

Got Treats Stamp Set (Set of 10)

119114     $24.95 Wood Mount

120627     $17.95 Clear Mount

 

 

Got MOJO?

If you are a follower of my blog, you could probably tell that I have taken a bit of a break from stamping.  The summer months have been so busy & chaotic, so I've had to put a a few things on the back burner. 

However, my new stamps and accessories from the new catalog have been begging for me to play with them.  One of my first purchases was the Got Treats stamp set.  I love that it can be used for so many different occasions and the Mojo Monday sketch this week was great inspiration.

SUPPLY LIST

Stamp Set:  Got Treats?

Ink:  Early Espresso, Blushing Bride

Paper:  Whisper White, Pear Pizzazz, Blushing Bride, Early Espresso

Accessories:  Big Shot, Embossing Folders (Square Lattice, Perfect Polka Dots, Vintage Wallpaper), Markers (Pear Pizzazz, Melon Mambo, Early Espresso), Punches (2-3/8" Scallop Circle, 1-3/4" Circle, Corner Rounder), Dimensionals, Crystal Effects, Blushing Bride 1/2" Stitched-Poly Ribbon, Early Espresso 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon

After I finished this card, I need to simplify the design so that I could use it at my monthly Stamp-a-Stack.  This is just one of the cards we'll be making at Friday's class:

There is still time to RSVP for the Stamp-a-Stack if you would like to attend.  Here are the details:

Got Treats? Stamp-a-Stack

Friday, August 13th at 7pm

118 S. Buckeye Street, Kokomo, IN

We'll be making 8 cards, 2 each of 4 designs, using the new Got Treats stamp set.  Cost is $20 per person and  includes all supplies except adhesive.  RSVP by Wednesday if you would like to attend.

Got Treats Stamp Set (Set of 10)

119114     $24.95 Wood Mount

120627     $17.95 Clear Mount

To order supplies, visit my website at http://stampdoc.stampinup.net.

Happy Stampin'

Melissa

Flower Power Card Class

WHEN:  Friday, April 16th

TIME:  7pm

WHERE:  The Stamp Shack, 118 S. Buckeye, Kokomo, IN

COST:  $20 per person

RSVP:  Reserve your spot with payment by Monday, April 12.  No late registrations will be accepted

We'll be making 10 cards, 2 each of the 5 designs you see above.  All supplies except adhesive will be provided.  You'll be learning these 5 fun & simple techniques to use with the new Awash with Flowers stamp set:

• 
  
  Poppin' Pastels
  
  


• 
  
  2-Step Stampin'
  
  


• 
  
  Stamping with Markers
  
  


• 
  
  Paper-Piecing
  
  


• 
  
  Watercoloring with Watercolor Crayons

CLASS KIT TO GO

If you are unable to attend this class, there will be class kits to go available.  Kits must be ordered by April 12th and will include pre-cut card stock, ribbon, and step-by-step instructions.  You will need the Flowers Awash stamp set and some basic supplies to complete the cards as shown.  See the supply list for details.

Kits will be shipped on Monday, April 19th.

PDF TUTORIAL ONLY

If you would like a copy of the PDF instructions for the Flower Power cards, you may purchase the tutorial only for just $5. 

The tutorial will be emailed to you on Monday, April 19th.

It's all in the details

If you flip through the Occasions Mini catalog, you might just miss a hidden treasure on page 23....the Eggcellent Eggs kit (item #117179   $9.95).  This kit features die-cut flowers, leaves, and egg stands, as well as rub-ons and adhesive-backed rhinestones.  There are enough supplies to decorate up to 2 dozen eggs!

But what if you don't plan to decorate 2 dozen eggs for Easter?

How about whipping up a few cards?

This week I'll be sharing those card ideas with you and you are going to love them all.  Trust me...it's all in the details.

The first card is very simple.  The card base is So Saffron card stock, layered with Whisper White and Certainly Celery card stocks.  And by the way, I can make cards without using the Perfect Polka Dots embossing folder.  :0)

The chick image is from the Eggcoutrements stamp set.  I stamped it in So Saffron ink onto Whisper White card stock and trimmed it with scissors.  The image was layered onto a 1-3/8" circle of Certainly Celery and a Scallop circle of So Saffron. 

Now look closely at the details:

See the So Saffron printed strip....that is one of the die-cut egg stands!  And the white floral border.....cute rub-ons!   

Don't you just love it?  These kits are only available while supplies last, so you'll want to order early.  Visit my Stampin' Up website anytime to place your order.

I've got more cards made with this kit to share with you this week and I'll have details about my upcoming Easter Stamp-a-stack featuring these cards.

Happy Stampin'

 

 

 

Build-a-Bear Workshops

These are just a few of the cards we'll be making at my upcoming Build-a-Bear Stamp-a-Stack class on Friday, February 19th at 7pm.  This will also be my first class at the new Stamp Shack location---118 S. Buckeye Street, Kokomo, IN.

At this class, participants will be making 10 cards, 2 each of 5 designs, all featuring stamps and die-cuts from the Stampin' UP! Build-a-Bear collection.  I'll provide everything for the class except adhesive.  Beginners are welcome.  The cost is $20 per person and the registration fee must be received by February 12th.

Then, on Sunday, February 21st, our monthly scrapbook club will be making this adorable Build-a-Bear layout.  You can read more about scrapbook club here.  Guests are welcome to attend this class for just $15, but you must reserve your spot by February 12th.

I know that many of you are unable to attend the actual class, but you can receive a class kit to go. 

Kits to go include pre-cut card stock, ribbon, die-cuts, envelopes, and electronic instructions.  To complete the projects as shown, you will need to have the following stamp sets or another suitable set:

 

Beary Best Friends

Beary Best Wishes

Seal of Pawthenticity

These items may be ordered anytime on my Stampin' Up! website.

Happy Stampin'

November Classes

The Handmade Holiday Gifts class is one of my most popular classes of the year.  Participants will make the 5 gifts you see below.  I'll be sharing more information about these projects in future blog posts in case you are unable to attend.  This class is filling fast, so register today to save your spot.

WHEN:  Saturday, November 14th

TIME:  9am--noon

WHERE:  The Stamp Shack, 120 S. Buckeye Street, Kokomo, IN

COST:  $30 per person

****Must register with payment by November 7th****

 

 

There are still 2 Stamp-a-Stack classes featuring Christmas cards and this one is sure to be a lot of fun.  Participants will make 2 each of the cards you see below. 

WHEN:  Friday, November 20th

TIME:  7pm--9pm

WHERE:  The Stamp Shack, 120 S. Buckeye Street, Kokomo, IN  46902

COST: $20 per person

 

Customers that are unable to attend may purchase a class kit which includes the five cards shown plus electronic instructions for making the cards.  Kits must be ordered by November 20th and will ship the Monday after the class.

And this year, I will be offering a Christmas Card Cutting service to my customers.  Purchase stamps, ink, and paper from me to make your Holiday cards and I will cut your card stock for you......no limit on the number of cards.....and at no charge to you.  An additional shipping fee may apply, but you'll only pay actual shipping charges from me to you.

I'll be sharing some holiday card ideas with you in the coming weeks.  You can pick one of my designs or we can collaborate and create a unique, one-of-a-kind card for your friends & family.

Feel free to contact me for more information at melissa42@msn.com

Fall Occasions Stamp-a-Stack

This is one of the cards that we'll be making at the Fall Occasions Stamp-a-Stack this weekend.  Class participants will be making 10 cards, 2 each of 5 different designs.

The card above features the Autumn Splendor stamp set from the Holiday Mini Catalog.  I already have several leaf and/or tree stamp sets, but this one is definitely becoming one of my favorites!

I randomly stamped the leaves in Chocolate Chip, Really Rust, and More Mustard on the top 2/3 of Very Vanilla card stock.  I punched the circle out with the 1-3/4" circle punch, stamped the greeting from Heard from the Heart at the bottom, and tied 5/8" Chocolate grosgrain ribbon around the card stock before adhering it to the Really Rust card.

But the really neat thing about this card is the SHIMMER!!!  I stamped the maple leaf in More Mustard ink onto Very Vanilla card stock, then cut it out.  I used a Stampin' Sponge with just a tiny, tiny bit of Champagne Mist Shimmer paint to make it sparkle and shine.  So pretty!!!

Again, I've had people ask if I would do this card class as a Stamps by Mail for those unable to attend.  Because I use many different stamp sets and accessories in my classes, it would be very difficult to offer this particular class that way.  So, I'll make you the same offer as last month.....

You can order the electronic instructions only for $5 and these will be emailed to you within 24 hours/

Instuctions Only

And just in case, you need to see one more card before you order......

This card uses the same stamp set and many of the same colors, plus it features the gorgeous Autumn Meadows Designer Series Paper.

Have a fabulous week!  I'll be back soon with more fabulous ideas for Fall.

Fancy Folds Class

I'm truly thrilled with the enthusiastic response to this class.  At this point, I only have 2 more spots available in the Friday, August 28th class.  If you live in the Kokomo, IN area, be sure to reserve your spot before this Friday!

I've been contacted by several people that live too far away about whether I would offer this as a class by mail kit.  Stampin' Up! is very clear about the rules for selling kits and I don't think that this class would be suitable as a class kit by mail due to the fact that there are numerous stamp sets needed to complete the 5 card designs.

However, you can receive the set of electronic instructions only for $5.  These will arrive in your inbox on Monday, August 31st.

Electronic Instructions Only

Today, I am featuring a Tri-Shutter Fold card with the Razzle Dazzle stamp set and Razzleberry Lemonade Designer Series paper.  This card is a real stunner, and yet it is fairly simple to make.  I found another great  tutorial on SCS that helped tremendously in creating the card base.

 

Tomorrow, I'll feature another card from the Fancy Folds class.....stay tuned!

Ooops!

Today, I'm featuring the last 2 cards from my retirement Stamp-a-Stack class.  I meant to do this sooner, but my parents came for a visit and I ran out of time.

The first card was made with the stamp set, The Free and The Brave.  I used a torn piece of scrap paper to mask off a section of glossy white cardstock, then brayered color onto the corners.  Riding Hood Red and Night of Navy classic ink was used.  I allowed the cardstock to dry for a few minutes, then stamped the image with Night of Navy ink onto the glossy white cardstock.

 

Here is the list of supplies:

*items available while supplies last or until June 30th

Stamp Set:  The Free and The Brave*

Ink:  Riding Hood Red*, Night of Navy

Cardstock:  Whisper White, Glossy White, Kraft, Riding Hood Red*, Night of Navy

Accessories:  Riding Hood Red Striped Grosgrain Ribbon*, Brayer, Dimensionals

 

 

This next card was by far my favorite!  I'm not sure that I'm going to part with this stamp set....it's just too cute!

The background was wheeled with the See You Around jumbo wheel.  The lion image was stamped 3 times---full strength in More Mustard, stamped off one time in More Mustard, and full strength in Pumpkin Pie.  I then pieced the lion together to add dimension.

A Chocolate Chip marker was used to add accents to the giraffe and lion.

 

Stamp Sets:  Wild About You*, See You Around Jumbo Wheel*

Ink:  More Mustard, Pumpkin Pie

Paper:  Whisper White, Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Pumpkin Pie

Accessories:  Jumbo Handle, Scallop Circle Punch, 1-3/8" circle punch, Chocolate Chip marker, Dimensionals

 

On a final note, my catalogs will be arriving on Thursday, June 25th.  I will be mailing catalogs to out-of-town customers on Friday.  Local customers may pick up a copy at my office on Friday during business hours (9am--noon, 3pm--5pm).   There is also a Garage Sale scheduled for July 11th from 9am--noon at the stamp shack and you are welcome to pick up your catalog then.

You will be able to view all the catalogs online this year, but for those of you that prefer a hard copy, I am offering a subscription service.  By signing up for the catalog subscription, you will receive the following:

·         2009-2010 IDEA BOOK & CATALOG July 1, 2009 – June 30, 2010

·         2009 DÉCOR ELEMENTS BROCHURE July 1, 2009 - ?

·         HOLIDAY MINI CATALOG September 1, 2009 - January 4, 2010

·         OCCASIONS MINI CATALOG Jan 5 - April 30, 2010

·         SUMMER MINI CATALOG May 1 - August 31, 2010

Your subscription fee of $12 will provide you with the catalogs & brochures listed above, as well as any other brochures that may become available.  Use the Paypal button below to start your subscription today.

FREE Catalog Subscriptions are available to club members and anyone that hosts a Stampin' Up! workshop with me.  Check out the Club Page for more details.

If you would like to host a Stampin' Up! Workshop in your home here in the Kokomo area with me as your demonstrator - sharing great stamping projects with your friends - I'll be sending you a catalog FREE!