Simply Scrappin' Christmas Card Class

I worked for a couple of hours last night and designed this great set of 24 Christmas cards. I will be scheduling this class for some time in October. More information coming soon.

Inlaw's Anniversary Card

We've been preparing for my inlaw's 50th Anniversary party tomorrow. I've been busy shopping, planning, hauling tables & chairs, and cooking. I was also put in charge of purchasing, wrapping, and making the card for the group gift (a digital camera) from my husband, his siblings, and the spouses. I wrapped it in some bright paper and added some great Rose Red stitched wide grosgrain. Pulling other colors from the gift wrap, I came up with this quick card. I think it turned out very well. This combination of stamps and punches makes a great card for almost any occasion!

Stamps: Razzle Dazzle, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper: YoYo Yellow, Elegant Eggplant, Whisper White
Ink: Elegant Eggplant
Other: Modern Label Punch, Big Shot with Movers & Shapers Die, Elegant Eggplant Grosgrain, YoYo Yellow Marker, Dimensionals

Animal Stories Swap

I've completely fallen in love with Animal Stories and Family Phrases. These sets not only inspired the July Card Kit (still available - and you can get 20% off the featured stamp sets), but they continue to inspire more fun cards. This is the card I designed last night for a swap at the end of the month. I may even make up a bunch for swaps for Convention.

Stamps: Animal Stories, Family Phrases
Paper: So Saffron, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip, Confetti White, Rose Red, Tall Tales Designer Paper
Ink: Brilliant Blue, Chocolate Chip
Other: 1" & 1 1/4" Circle Punches, Word Window Punch, Paper Piercing Tool, Rich Regal Brads

Join My Team With The Mini Starter Kit

Stampin’ Up is offering a smaller version of the Starter Kit. What they are really offering is a way to get the perks of being a demonstrator for only $85 instead of $199. This is perfect for a stamper who already has a bunch of stamps, inks and supplies already and just wants to try it out. Who doesn't love saving 20% on all the great Stampin' Up! stamping and scrapbooking supplies?

If you decide you want the BIG starter kit with loads of supplies in it for $199, you will also receive all 6 In Color Ink Pads and the 8 1/2" x 11" Assorted In Color Cardstock! (a $43.65 value free). You can see the contents of the BIG kit here.

The usual sales required quarterly is $300. BUT Stampin’ Up give you extra time when you first sign up to enjoy the benefits, perks and learn. Your $300 (which includes the stuff you buy for yourself – yay) is not required until the end of December! Of course if you place an order over $150 within your first 45 days, you get 30% off! (and you can be your own hostess and receive the freebies, too).

Sign up here (recruiter code amyrogers) offer ends Aug 31st.

All Things New Class

I'm excited to share the cards we will be doing at my All Things New Class next Wednesday. There is still space available if you'd like to attend.

Bonus Class - Frienship Rub-On Boxed Set

Rich is getting ready to go on a bear hunt in Canada in mid-August. He's been working like crazy to save money for the trip. I told him I would design and hold a bonus class to help save money for him.

We will be making this great boxed set which includes 6 cards, envelopes, and all of the leftover rub-ons to create even more cards on your own. This class will be held on July 23 at 5:30 at my home and the class fee is $15. Please RSVP by July 21 to allow cutting time.

July Girls Night Out Project

The neutral colors of the Bella Bleu DP combined with the Simple Friendship stamp set give this card set a vintage feel that brings us back to the days when sending hand-written notes to our friends and loved ones was common. In this class you’ll create a card portfolio and 4 standard-sized cards.

This beautiful set will be our July Girls Night Out project on Friday, July 31 at 6:00. The class fee is $30 which includes the Simple Friendship stamp set, all precut supplies for the portfolio and cards pictured above, and a light dinner. Please RSVP by July 15th to allow time for ordering and preparing supplies.

Mini Starter Kit

Become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator with the limited-time $85 Mini Starter Kit.

The Mini Starter Kit contains the following products:

115360 For All You Do stamp set $28.95

115658 Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95

115656 Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95

115659 Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95

115654 Dusty Durango Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95

115655 Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95

115657 Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95

100730 Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11") $7.50

115315 In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11") $7.95

You can sign up online through August 15th using my Stampin Up website! You will need to use the code "amyrogers".