What a day!  I spent the morning and early afternoon with my hostess, Sarah, and her friends and co-workers.  We all had a great time at her workshop and Sarah was able to reap some fantastic benefits as a result.  She cashed in BIG TIME with Sale-a-bration items! I remembered to pack my camera...but I forgot to take pictures!  Grrrr!  I was so bummed.  I would have loved to have shown you the dynamic duo of Shelby and Charlotte.  They are 9 years old and future demonstrators.  They both did a really great job on their projects and enjoyed themselves too.  A big "Thank You" to all of Sarah's guests -young and not so young, that came to support her.  I thoroughly enjoyed my day with you.

I came home to another surprise in my mailbox.  I've mentioned my friend (and fellow demonstrator) Kelley, in previous posts. She always fills my mailbox with fun things.  Not only did today's box come with stamped items, but jewelry too!  Kelley is a fantastic beader and I am the proud owner of multiple pieces of her jewelry.  I have to show you the super cute ring she sent me!  I don't have pretty hands so, in an effort to keep this post "stamping-related" I placed the ring on the handle of my Crop-o-dile to show it off  :)  Look how awesome this ring is:

The picture really doesn't do it justice.  Kelley is such a talented artisan.  Go take a peek at some of her other items, especially her necklaces!  You can find them at: www.Kelbandesigns.etsy.com .  Tell her Mary Ann sent you!

I'm on my way to the craft room to prepare for Tuesday's Stamp Camp in Clermont, FL.

Interested in hosting a workshop like my friend, Sarah, did today?  Contact me at: [email protected] to get your party on my calendar!  I would love to be your demonstrator!

Interested in making some extra cash?  Interested in making a LOT of cash?  How about a discount on all Stampin' Up! products? Wanna make new friends?  Or, how about all the above?  Then I want you!

I am looking for enthusiastic crafters to join my "Ink Happens" team. Whether you want to join Stampin' Up! for it's business opportunity or simply join to have the "inside scoop" on stamping trends and products, then this is the perfect time to say, "Yes to the Stamps!" (that doesn't flow as nicely as "Yes to the Dress", but you get the idea...). 

Now through the end of March, you can receive the Starter Kit for just $125!  And, through March 31st, get FREE designer series paper or a digital download for the remainder of 2012!  The starter kit is valued at more than $345. With the addition of the free paper and downloads, this kit is now worth more than $400!  What are you waiting for?

Stampin' Up! wants this opportunity to fit your lifestyle.  Business-minded?  Great, we have endless resources for you, including all the help you want from me as your upline.  Just interested in the discounted product?  That's great too - you'll have access to everything the business-minded demonstrator has, but YOU decide if and when you want to access it.  It really is that simple.

Have questions?  I would love to answer them.  Please email me at: [email protected]

Ready to join?  Click HERE to...

If you have been paper crafting for awhile now, you've probably noticed the increasing popularity in digital scrapbooking and card making.  Over the years I have seen beautiful works of art using digital programs.  In fact, there are now entire magazines and websites dedicated to the digital craze.

Stampin' Up! is no stranger to the trend of digital crafts.  Several years ago, Stampin' Up! launched My Digital Studio (TM).  My Digital Studio, also refered to as MDS, uses intuitive software that incorporates exclusive Stampin' Up! images and products.  Creating scrapbooks, cards, calendars and other papercrafts is effortless with the user-friendly software.

New trends have a way of making people nervous.  Some are reluctant to try something new and others just don't want to make the investment until they know for certain it will be something they will enjoy.  Well, here's how Stampin' Up! is going to make it easy.  Stampin' Up! is offering My Digital Studio Express as a FREE 30 DAY TRIAL to anyone who wants to try it.  Yep, you read it right...absolutely FREE!

Here's how it works:

• Go to my online store HERE.  If you are not brought directly to the My Digital Studio Express listing, you can enter item #129600. 
• Add this item to your cart and check out.  
• Download the software. 
• The 30-day trial begins when the program is launched (opened).

Ok, so you're interested but not sure how to use the program.  NO PROBLEM!  Please visit www.mydigitalstudio.net for videos, resources, training, samples and MORE!  Everything you need to know about MDS can be found on this site.

So, what happens at the end of your 30-day trial?  At the end of the 30 days you will be given the opportunity to purchase the downloadable or disc version of MDS.  You will no longer have access to the content of the 30-day trial unless you purchase the full or express version.

What do you have to lose?  NOTHING! Give the latest scrapbooking and cardmaking trend a try.  You just may like it!

Click HERE to get your FREE trial of My Digital Studio.

Happy Crafting!

Yes, it's the most wonderful time of the year!  <insert humming here>  The long anticipated wait for Sale-a-bration is finally over!  This promotion is exciting for demonstrators hostesses and customers alike.  Everyone with Sale-a-bration!

To view the exciting contents of the  Sale-a-bration catalog, CLICK HERE.

I am currently booking for workshops for February and March.  If you are in the Central Florida area and would like to host a Stampin' Up! workshop and earn fabulous, free product, contact me today!  I promise it will be a good time!

Happy Sale-a-brating!

Christmas may be over but it doesn't mean you have to put away your Christmas crafting supplies, just re-purpose them!

How's this for a sparkly Valentine?  This was inspired by a card I received from a fellow demonstrator, Delores B.  Using the tree from the Holiday Happiness stamp set (#120792) and some of that gorgeous red and silver glitter paper, we now have a new use for what was typically a Christmas set.  I love when I can get more mileage from my stamps!

Here's the other good news.  Stampin' Up! has released a carry over list from the Holiday Mini Catalog and the glitter paper is still available! Click here to see the complete listing of carry over items.  I see glitter paper in my future!

The sentiment is from a new set in the Occasions Mini Catalog called P.S. I love you (#125462C/ 125460W).  This is a huge 11 piece set with multiple images and lots of sentiments, many which can be used throughout the year.

Just a reminder, the Occasions Mini Catalog is now live and available for customer orders!

 Occasions Mini Catalog 
  Stampin' Supplies 
  Occasions Mini Spanish sets
  Product Guide

To shop the Occasions Mini Catalog, click here.  Don't forget to browse the Clearance Rack section while you're at it.  Today is the last day of the Clearance Rack Blitz.  Take advantage of deeply discounted product up to 80% off!

It's been a long wait, or so it seems, but the wait is now over! The Occasions Mini Catalog is now available. Take a peek for yourself:

 Occasions Mini Catalog 
  Stampin' Supplies 
  Occasions Mini Spanish sets
  Product Guide

Go ahead!  Take a look!  You'll love what you see, especially if you like cool tools.  Cool tools?  Yep, we've got 'em and you're going to love 'em.  Framelits, Edgelits and textured embossing folders - products that will bring your project to the next level.  You'll see a lot of samples with them in the coming weeks and months, but let's start with one today.

This card uses a sampling of all the new tools mentioned above.  The image was cut out using the Labels Framelit (#125598), the bottom edge was created using the Edgelits Die (#125595) and the matching embossed edge was created by the Adorning Accents embossing folder (#125601).  These new dies make it so easy to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind projects.

What are you waiting for?  Shop now to make these a part of your crafting arsenal today!

Tick, tick, tick. 

Do you hear it? 

The clock is ticking and that means time is running out to purchase from the Holiday Mini Catalog.  If you put off buying that holiday stamp set or those fantastic mini jingle bells, get them today before they are no longer available.  The catalog expires at 11:50 pm (MT).

And...

The CLEARANCE RACK BLITZ is set to expire on January 5th.  Shop now to save up to 80% off on discontinued and retired items.  There are some fantastic items here!

Now stop reading and GO SHOP!

Yesterday I wrote about the New Year and fresh starts.  Today I am showcasing another type of "new".  New products and a new catalog.

The month of January is a very exciting time for Stampin' Up! and it's customers alike. Not only will Stampin' Up! will be releasing the Occasions Mini Catalog January 4th, but Sale-a-bration* begins on January 24th (more on Sale-a-bration in a moment). The 43 page Occasions mini catalog is chocked full of fresh ideas and new products that any level of papercrafter can enjoy. 

My project today showcases two new products: Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper and Adorning Accents Embossing Folders.  Since the  mini catalog has not officially been released yet and Sale-a-bration is still a few weeks away, I can't show you the actual products/catalogs, but I can show the end result. 

Look at the beautiful colors in the designer paper!  Fresh! Spring! Flowers!  I know Winter is just beginning but to see these beautiful colors and flower images, Spring is just around the corner in my mind.  Take a closer look...see the embossed hearts at the bottom?  How's that for something unexpected?  The perfect amount of texture for a simple and elegant card.

*So, not familiar with Sale-a-bration?  It's simply the best time of year to be a Stampin' Up! customer!  From January 24th  through March 31st, for every $50 you spend, you are entitled to select free products from our Sale-a-bration brochure.  And, that's in addition to any Hostess Benefits you may be entitled to!  You'll read more about Sale-a-bration in the upcoming weeks, but you don't want to miss this promotion!

Need an Occasions Mini Catalog? 

Drop me an email at [email protected]and I will get one in the mail to you.  (If you are already working with a demonstrator, please see him/her for your copy of the catalog). Otherwise, I will post a link to the online version on January 4th.

Thanks for dropping by! C'mon back tomorrow to see what other new products I've been playing with lately!

The Stampin' Up! Online Extravaganza has begun!  Save 20-60% off select items in my online store.  Please click here to go to my store now. This sale only lasts until Nov 30th!

For a complete listing of all items on sale, click here.

A few things to remember:

• The sale runs from Nov 21st through Nov 30th
• Item discounts range from 20-60%
• If you are purchasing a bundle, you must use the bundle order number.  The discount will not be applied if you use individual item numbers.
• Additional catalog items may be added to your order of sale items.
• No minimum purchase is required.

For the next 24 hour only, two of Stampin' Up!'s hottest items are 20% off!

Item	Description	Retail Price	24-Hour Sale Price
122334	Simply Scored	$29.95	$23.96
125152	Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamps	$16.95	$13.56

Hurry! These two items are only on sale until midnight tonight! This sale will end at midnight (MST).

Go Shop!  Enjoy these specials while you can - they won't last long!

I love getting snail mail.  Email is great, but to receive a special card from someone means SO much more than words typed on a screen.  It's even better when that special card is handmade.

I got one of those cards last week.

Take a look:

This is from my friend and upline, Pennie McCallum.  Pennie always sends such sweet cards and wonderful words of encouragement too.

My favorite element of this card is the Peek-a-boo frames die cut.  I love the idea of a secret message or an unexpected surprise.  This frames provide endless opportunities for creatives uses on a card or scrapbook page.  This die cut is currently available in the Holiday Mini Catalog (#124587).  It has 5 different window die frames in a variety of sizes. 

Do you like this die cut?  Then don't miss out on the opportunity to own it!  The Holiday Mini Catalog is only available through January 3rd!

Click here to SHOP NOW for the Peek-a-boo Frames die.

Make sure you come back tomorrow for the special ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA! 

Stampin' Up! will be announcing two special deals tomorrow for 24 hours only!!

See you tomorrow!