Heat & Stick Powder

Hello Stampers!

Today I have something to share with you. It's a video on how to use Stampin' Up!'s Heat & Stick Powder. The picture below is chipboard after using the heat and stick powder to apply dazzling diamonds.

You'll have to pardon the video a bit, because I was trying to hold the camera while I was trying to demo the heat and stick powder. Next time I'll grab my husband to run the camera. :o)

OK! Now you've watched the video. Do you want to know what I did with the pieces of chip board covered in Dazzling Diamonds? Well I made snail and/or scissor charms for some VIPs who are attending my 2008 Hostess Appreciation Night! Thanks ladies, and I hope you like them!

Thanks for taking time to stop by and if you have any questions please ask!

-Georgia

BTW ~ Today is the final day to pre-register for the New Catalog Bash, which is scheduled for January 31st. Cost is $15. Click HERE for more details! I hope you can make it!

Spring/Summer 2009 Stampin' Supplies

When you get your new catalog you will notice that the "recipes" for the projects that you find in the back of the catalog are no longer there. I'm guessing SU removed them to make room for the Big Shot and Big Shot Accessories.

But don't worry. . . you don't have to try to guess if they used Riding Hood Red or Rose Red, because you can access the "recipes" file online by clicking here! You will love this new and improved list with PICTURES of each project! Print this and keep it handy with your catalog. I also added a link at the right side of this page.

If you have questions, please ask!

Happy Stamping, and I hope you get some ink on your fingers today. Blake was up at 6am, so I had a chance to play with my stamps before I went to the office!

- Georgia

Big Shot - Movers & Shapers Curly Label

Hello Stampers!

I am waiting for my 1st order from the new catalog to arrive, but I couldn't wait any longer to share with you the new Big Shot die I ordered. I got the Movers & Shapers Curly Label Bigz Die and I am so very excited! This die was designed to coordinate with the Curly Label punch Bundle, which I just added to my collection last month!

Movers & Shapers Curly Label (114506 - $39.95)

Cut and score a card while cutting out a decorative piece from the card front at the same time! The Curly Label die includes a grid on the inside which allows for exact placement of the moveable label piece. This die also coordinates with Curly Label Punch Bundle. You'll need to use a Big Shot machine and extended cutting pads with this die. This die is rule-based die and can cut up to 50 different materials.

Below is a card sample I got from Stampin' Up! I'm planning on having club members make this at our February clubs. They won't have to put a lot of effort into this intricately designed window card. With our Movers & Shapers die and coordinating Curly Label Punch Bundle, we can't go wrong! What do you think? Of course I'm going to alter a bit, so that I can use most of the supplies I have on hand!

Thank You Window Card

SUPPLIES
Curly Label Punch Bundle
Soft Subtles 12X12 Textured Card Stock
Earth Elements 12X12 Textured Card Stock
Neutrals 12X12 Textured Card Stock
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker
Old Olive 1/2 Inch Striped Grosgrain Ribbon
Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware
Trio Flower Punch
Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
Movers & Shapers Curly Label

Thanks for Stopping by!

Georgia

2009 Calendar Bookmark

Hello Stampers,


Today I wanted to share with you a very quick and easy bookmark calendar that I stamped for my club members this month.




I printed the 2009 calendar onto whisper white card stock and then cut out each calendar. Next I used Almost Amethyst ink and stamped an image from the stamp set Pocket Silhouettes. Finally I adhered the Whisper White card stock onto Almost Amethyst card stock and the project was done!




If you would like to recreate your own 2009 bookmark calendars, please leave me a comment and I will send you the pdf file for the calendars.

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Free Catalog

Hello Stampers,

As you know yesterday was the 1st day to order from the new Idea Book & Catalog. I'd like to thank everyone who e-mailed me an order yesterday. I placed it and it's in order to be picked. As with any new catalog it is expected for Stampin' Up!'s ship times to be a little bit longer than normal. I'll let you know as soon as I have a ship date. I'm sure you're as excited as I am about receiving your new goodies.

Before I forget I'd like to remind all of my 2008 hostesses that my hostess appreciation night is this Friday. Make sure to get your RSVP in, so I have your make and take supplies cut.

ALSO . . there is still room at the New Catalog Bash. It's January 31st! Session 1 is Noon-3pm and Session 2 is 3-6pm. Cost is $15. Early RSVP deadline is Friday!

FREE Catalog. . . Did that catch your attention?

From February 1-April 30, 2009, we're introducing new customers to Stampin' Up! by promoting our award-winning Idea Book & Catalog. To receive a free Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog, you must place an online order during the promotional period. To place an order please visit my website: http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/.

There is no minimum order amount required, so anyone can take advantage of this offer.

If you already have an Idea Book & Catalog you can share your extra catalog with a friend. Stampin' Up! will be offering a free Idea Book & Catalog with the first 22,000 orders or until April 30, 2009, whichever comes first.

** Weekend Fun**

You might recall that this past weekend Blake and I went to Disney on Ice. We had lots of fun and I was really happy with how well Blake sat through the 2 hour show. I thought you might like to see a couple of photos. This first photo is of Blake and myself. I borrowed my niece's pixie hat she got that afternoon for the photo. What do you think?

This second photo is of my Sister-in-law Kiri and niece Makenna. The pixie hat looks much better on Makenna than it did on me.

Blake was really excited when the Cars came out. The Disney on Ice program also covered the Little Mermaid, Lion King and Tinker Bell stories. It was a lot of fun.

OK . . . are you asking yourself where's the stamping? Well I'm glad you're still reading, because the stamping is next! But 1st I want to remind you that Sale-a-Bration starts February 1st. Call or e-mail me now to book your workshop! It really is one of the best times to host a party. On top of SU's hostess program you can earn a FREE Sale-a-Bration stamp set for every $300 in sales!

OK . . Sample Time!

Today's sample was made using Stampin' Up!'s Love You Much Bundle (115404 - $41.48) From now until January 31st you can purchase the Love you much Bundle at 20% off the retail value of $51.85.

Stamp Set: Love You Much stamp set

Paper: Baja Breeze card stock; Candy Lane Designer Series paper; Watercolor paper

Ink: Baja Breeze; Chocolate Chip; Old Olive; Riding Hood Red

Accessories: Chocolate Chip 1″ double-stitched grosgrain ribbon; Flower Fusion Too Accents & Elements; Pretties Kit; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Heart to Heart punch

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog

Hello Stampers!

You can now order from the new catalog!!! Get Excited, because it's AWESOME!!!

Have a GREAT day!

Georgia

Scallop Circle Treat!

Good Morning!!

I'm super excited to show you today's project, but I can't take credit for it. Carrie Cudny demonstrated how to make this cute Scallop Circle Treat at Leadership. While I didn't attend leadership to see it for myself I also blog surf almost daily and this is one of the projects I ran across.

So, what do you think? Cute Isn't it?

To make one you'll need the Big Shot Die Cut Machine and the Scallop Circle Bigz Die. You can use anytime of card stock or designer paper (DSP), but I choice to use the Bella Rose DSP. As you can see from the photo below I first cut out my circle using my Big Shot.

Next I placed a little strip of sticky strip along one side.

After doing that I simply wrapped the DSP around into a cone shape.

I tied a bit of Riding Hood Red Stripped Ribbon and attached it with mini glue dots.

This is a perfect size for a small treat. As you can see from the first photo I used a medium size cello bag and placed a small stamp inside and tied it with Hemp Twine. You could also stamp a tag to match if you'd like.

Thanks for stopping by today!

- Georgia

p.s.

If you are a 2008 hostess of mine and you're planning on coming to the Hostess Appreciation Night this Friday you'll be making your own Scallop Circle Treat . . . Get Excited!!!

Pocket Silhouettes

Hello Stampers!

If you were a Stampin' Up! hostess for me in 2008 you should have found or will find a similar invitation in your mail box to one of the cards below. As you know I'm holding a special Hostess Appreciation Night for my 2008 hostesses!

Beside food (I plan on having a large pot of chili on the stove and other snacks) there will of course be stamping!!! Don't forget to RSVP so I have enough supplies cut for the make and take projects.

OK . . I'm sure some of you are thinking enough talk already show me the cards! :o)

Both cards were made using the stamp sets Pocket Silhouettes and Sincere Salutations. This first card was made with Baja Breeze and Pacific Point, while the card below was made with Riding Hood Red and Bella Rose Designer Series Paper.

To make these cards I first used my scallop edge punch along the right side and then placed a little card stock or Designer paper under the edge. Then I used the punch from the curly label punch bundle to punch a hole in a piece of scratch paper. Once I had a hole in my scratch paper I placed it over my Whisper White card stock and used a stamping sponge to sponge color. While the scratch paper was still over the white card stock I also stamped a few images from the Pocket Silhouettes stamp set.

After removing the scratch paper I stamped the same image in a darker ink. I finished the cards by stamping You're Invited and adding some coordinating ribbon.

In the card above I used Sahara Sand. However, I also made a few in which I replaced Sahara Sand with Pink Pirouette. I had almost 40 cards to make and they went very fast!

I hope all of my 2008 hostesses are able to come and stamp with me and visit with the other 2008 hostesses. If you have any questions, please call or send me an e-mail!

Happy Stamping!

Georgia

Call or e-mail me to book your workshop. . . it's one of the best times to be a hostess!!!

Perfect Circles

Hello Stampers!

Today's post is going to be short and sweet. We have a busy day today. Blake and I are going to Disney on Ice, while Rocky hits the boat show in the QCA. Then we are going to meet up for a late lunch. Afterwards Blake is going to be spending the night at his Great Aunt Debbie's house while Rocky and I attend a Harley-Davidson party.

Although we didn't have much time to ride our 2003 Ultra Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary motorcycle this summer we still stayed very active in our local chapter. Before we had Blake we rode a lot! Now it's hard for us to leave him home, so we tend to take the Impala more than the HD.

OK . . onto Stamping!

As promised I have something new to share with you today. Starting Monday Stampin' Up! has a new circle cutter. Making perfect circles has never been simpler! Use the Circle Scissor Plus (shown below) to cut and draw circles with ease. Works best with the Glass Mat, which provides a smooth glass cutting surface that allows a cutting blade to glide without dragging or skipping.

This tool is one of the many items on my wish list. . how about you?

Starting at 1pm on Monday you'll be able to order this awesome Cutter (112530-$29.95)!

I hope you have a GREAT day!

**Georgia**

Monday Update

Hello Stampers!

I just got on the Stampin' Up! website, and there was an entry about Monday and the new catalog! It said, "Online ordering will be down from midnight Sunday to noon (all times MT) Monday, January 19th while we transition to the new Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog.

Additionally, DBWS (aka my demo website) will be down from 7:00 AM until noon for DBWS users and customers as we update the templates and add enhancements.

So I will be extending my 10% off sale until 3pm (central time), Monday January 19th! If you'd like to place an order and take advantage of the 10% discount please call (221-9288) or send me an e-mail!

Happy Shopping!

*Georgia*

New Divy Clubs and Decor Elements - Phase 3

I have seen the new catalog and it is Fabulous!!! As you may recall in the past I have offered divy clubs were you get a sample of some of the new products. With the new catalog starting on Monday, January 19th I have decided to offer two divy clubs to you! I would be happy to have you join me and get a selection of new product!!!

Please note that both of the clubs listed below are one time purchase clubs. This is no obligation to attend any meetings. However, there is a minimum number of people required before I can place the club order.

By joining a club, you "split"the full packages with other club members and get a sampling of one of each of the new items (or a yard of ribbon) at a fraction of the cost to buy full packs of everything!


Ribbon Divy Club!
This club is a chance to get 1 yard sample of each of the new ribbons! Cost is ONLY $9.95 and you will receive a total of 12 sample yards of the new ribbons. Below is a list of what you’ll receive!

Ribbon Originals:
Dress Up ~ 1 yard of each 3 designs = 3 yards
Pig Tails ~ 1 yard of each 2 designs = 2 yards
Valet ~ 1 yard of each 3 designs = 3 yards
½" Striped Ribbon ~ 1 yard of the following colors = 3 yards
Old Olive
Pretty in Pink
So Saffron
Whisper White Organaza Ribbon ~ 1 yard

Brad, Buttons & Clip Club!
This club is your chance to get some of the new pieces of brads, buttons & clips at a fraction of the cost to purchase whole packs of each one! Please see below for the amounts of each item included in this Club.

Clear Rhinestone Brads (3 sizes; 3 of each = 9 brads)
5/16" Jumbo Brads (4 colors; 2 of each = 8 brads)
5/8" Jumbo Brads (4 colors; 1 of each = 4 brads)
Flower Assortment Brads (4 colors; 1 of each = 4 brads)
Corduroy Buttons (3 sizes; 1 of each = 3 of each color listed below = 18 buttons)
Kiwi Kiss; Chocolate Chip; Kraft; Pacific Point (shown below); Pumpkin Pie; Summer Sun

Button Latte (10 buttons; 1 of each = 10 buttons)
½" Library Clips (3 colors; 1 of each = 3 clips)

56 pieces of hardware for only $17.95!

BUT WAIT . . (OK I had to say that because that’s what all of the TV ads say! :o) Join both clubs for $27.90 and you’ll receive a bonus yard of ONE of the new colors of ribbon. This means you would receive 13 yards of ribbon and 56 pieces of hardware for juar $27.90!!!

All prices include shipping and tax! Space is limited, so please e-mail me ASAP if you’d like to join, and which club(s) you would like to join.

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Stampin’ Up! has announced Phase 3 of their Decor Elements. If you are not familiar with Decor Elements, simply said they are vinyl rub ons for your walls. They are removable, but not reusable. Stampin' Up! manfuctures the Decor Elements at their plant in Riverton, Utah. They are really expanding and will even be getting into custom Decor Elements soon!

Monday I'll put the whole Phase 3 brochure online for you to view. If you would prefer a paper copy send me an e-mail or leave a comment and I'll get one out to you in the mail! For now you'll have to settle for a sneak peak!

As before most of the images come in three sizes, Small, Medium and Large! The catalog has the actual measurements for each image, so you can measure before you order. The picture below shows the new Tree, Thoughs & Prayer and the Direction of Your Dreams images.

Next photo is the Popcorn image. To ensure precise placement when applying Decor Elements to rounded surfaces, trim the transfer sheet so the image has a 1" border and notch the bottom edge at 1/4" intervals. Then start at the middle of the image and rub out!

This next images I’m showing you is my favorite. It’s called Shelf Life! Finally plants that look great and don’t need to be watered! SU also has a cute set of Stemware glasses!

Now you can use SU’s images to create a magical scene. Simple or elaborate, it’s up to you. Don’t miss the coordinating Build-a-Fairytale in the 2009-Spring-Summer Idea Book & Catalog (page 181).

Enter Fairyland

And the final thing in the Decor Elements brochure is Decor STENCILS!!! We’re delighted to introduce a new Definitely Decorative product - Decor Stencils! Stencils are an exciting new complement to our Decor Elements Vinyl line. You can use them on walls, frames, pillows and more! With out stencils, you can create custom pieces quickly and easily. Some stencils layer and coordinate with vinyl pieces; others work alone. Either way, using stencils will provide amazing results!

The images shown here is called: Flowing Flowers (116574 - $27.95)

How to Use Stencils. . . .
Step 1: Adhere the stencil in place with painter’s tape
Step 2: Fill in the image with acrylic or stencil paint. For a softer look, dab on the color with a sponge or stencil brush.
Step 3: remove the stencil and admire the results!

Thanks for stopping by and make sure to come back tomorrow. . . I'll have more new stuff to share with you!

- Georgia

Stamps For Sale!!!

Hello Stampers!

Starting Monday I will have the following stamp sets for sale. I say Monday, because I can't officially sell them until the new catalog starts on Monday. However, I can save them for you today!

If you'd like a stamp set on my list please send me an e-mail at: georgia@mustainlindstrom.com. All stamp sets are used unless otherwise stated as UM(UM = Unmounted). Also they will be sold as first come first serve!

Happy Shopping!

Georgia

Best Yet $10 used or $12 UM
Organic Grace $12 UM

Live Like you Mean It $10 used or $12 for UM

Punches Three $10 used or $12 UM

Occasions Collection $15

Merci $10 used or $12 UM

So Many Scallops $12 UM

Birthday Whimsy $10 used or $12 UM

Lots of Thoughts $12 UM

Sweet Dreams $18 UM

Cause for Celebration $23 UM

Deer Friends $23 UM

Window Dressings $28 UM

Polka Dots & Paisley $15
Everyday Flexible Phrases $29.50
Friendship Shapes $10
All Decked Out $12

Summer by the Sea $20
Canvas Background Stamp $12
Word by Word Background Stamp $12

Lots of Dots Jumbo wheel $6

Sweet Stars Jumbo wheel $6

If you can't recall what the stamp set looks like, please ask, and I'll send you a picture!

The New Stampin' Up! Catalog. . . . Get Ready!

Hello Stampers!

OMGoodness the UPS guy bought me a gift, and it was the NEW 2009 Spring Summer Catalog!!! It has 208 pages of stamp, products and SAMPLES to inspire you!!! Included in the 208 pages are 10 pages of Big Shot products.

If you do not have the Big Shot Die Cut Machine you’ll want one after you see this catalog. (Remember I’m starting new Big Shot Clubs now. For just 4 payments of $54.95 you will receive the Big Shot Starter Kit! Contact me for more information or to join!)

Today’s post is about the fabulous new Big Shot items. The newest Bigz XL die that is on my must have list it the Exclusive Stampin’ Up! Movers & Shapers Curly Label Die, which is designed to coordinate with the Curly Label Punch Bundle. You can use the coordinating die, punch and stamp set to create exciting and unified projects. A grid on the inside of the die ensures exact placement!

ALSO we now carry a line of the Bigz Clear Dies. They are rule-based dies measuring 5-1/2" x 6" that cut through various materials such as paper, plastic, and chipboard.

AND of course we now have more Bigz Dies. . . Remember the butterfly on the front of the Fall/Winter 2008 catalog. . . guess what??? We now have a die called Beautiful Butterflies that is exclusive to Stampin’ Up! and that you can use to recreate the pretty butterfly!

I have been flipping through the catalog as I type this, and we also have new decorative strips, original dies and a bunch of new sizzlits dies. These are the small wafer thin dies. There is a 4-pack of sizzlits dies that is call Big Bold Cupcakes and guess what??? It coordinates with the stamp set Big Bold Birthday! AND. . . yes ladies there is more!!! They have an exclusive SU set called Lots of Tags. Trust me this will be on your wish list for sure! The best then about the sizzlits 4-pack dies is that when you purchase one you’ll instantly have a variety of coordinating images. It’s simple to create projects that are fun, versatile, and coordinating!

I'm telling you this catalog is gonna break my bank. . there are so many items that I just have to have. Thank goodness as a demonstrator I get a discount on everything I order. . . AND you can too! If you're ready for a continual SU discount now is a great time to join the family! As I've mention before SU is in it's 20th year and going strong!

The last two pages of the Big Shot section are the Embosslits Dies and the Texturz Plates! The Embosslits dies measure 2-1/4" x 2 ½". These chemically etched dies include a positive and negative image that allows simultaneous cutting and embossing, Embosslits cut through card stock and Designer Series paper. The Texturz Plates create subtle patterns and designs on thin surfaces, giving your project the perfect embossed background. Set of 3 double sided plates offer 6 unique and exciting options. You’ll use these plates with the Multipurpose Platform, Impressions Pad, and Silicone Rubber (sold separately). The Stampin’ UP! Backgrounds #1 are on my wish list too!!! I hope they will also be on my 1st order I’m placing Monday morning!!!

**SALE** The new products will be online first thing Monday, January 19th! If you have to time check them out please do. Otherwise, I do have a few catalogs at my house if you’d like to stop by and look at the real thing, just call! Anyway . . the reason why I’m say this is that I’m going to offering 10% off all orders received by 11:00AM on Monday, January 19th! Please note to receive this discount you must e-mail or call me with your order prior to 11:00AM at 11:01AM on Monday I am going to place my 1st order from the new catalog!

OK . . back to stamping. . I've been talking so much about the new products SU has for the Big Shot that I just have to show you a couple of samples. Both of these samples were made using the Sweetest Stem Embosslit Die. As I mention before these chemically etched dies include a positive and negative image that allows simultaneous cutting and embossing!

First I wanted to show you a close up of what your card stock looks like after you use the Embosslit Die. As you can see the image was both embossed and cut out!

Now onto the card!!! Both of the cards shown here today were designed by my up up line Julie S. Thanks for letting me make these cards Julie. I had so much Fun!!!

Thanks for stopping by today, and make sure to check back tomorrow. I have details of the Phase 3 Decor Elements I'd like to share with you, as well as two exciting new one time purchase Divy Clubs with the new Ribbons, Brads & Buttons!

~ Georgia

Pick a Petal

Hi Stampers,

I haven't had much time to stamp the past few days, so today's sample is of a card swap I received from convention from Tara Mowen.

Tara did a wonderful card, and this is a card I'd love to case. Unfortunately, I have yet to add Pick-a-Petal to my collection of stamps. It along with many more stamp sets are on my wish list! Yes, even demonstrators have huge wish list and with the new catalog starting on MONDAY my wish list is gonna be huge!!!

My long wish list was the main reason I became a demonstrator. I wanted everything and I wanted it at a discount. If you have 4 or more stamp sets on your wish list call me! I'd love to talk to you about how you can get them at a discount or even FREE!!!

OK . . onto today's sample:

Stamp Sets: Pick a Petal and Heard from the Heart
Card Stock: Riding Hood Red, Chocolate Chip, Bella Rose Designer Paper
Ink: Riding Hood Red, Chocolate Chip
Accessories: Linen Thread Riding Hood Red Button

Thanks for swapping with me Tara! I can't wait to add Pick a Petal to my collection!!!

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Did you know? Sale-A-Bration is right around the corner and this would be an AWESOME time for you to sign to be a Stampin' Up! demonstrator! Why, you ask? On top of the already fabulous goodies you get in the starter kit you will also receive a FREE stamp set (valued up to $47.95) when you join between Feb 1, 2009- March 31, 2009.

You can even join online now. Click HERE to go to my official SU website. No paperwork to fill out and mail in, which means you get your starter kit sooner! If you're interested in joining the SU family and my GlitterBees stamping team CONTACT ME at 309/343-9356 or georgia@mustainlaw.com for more details, PLUS you'll need my password to access the forms online.

So, if you have more than 4 sets on your wish list I would like you to consider joining Stampin' Up! and my GlitterBees family and getting those at a discount!!!

Thanks for dropping by and Happy Stamping!

Georgia

Flight of the Butterfly

Hello Stampers!

As you know the new catalog starts next Monday, January 19th. As you can guess I have been stalking the UPS driver and I am ready for him to deliver the catalogs I preordered back in November. Stampin' Up! said I will have them in time, so that should mean Friday at the latest. . . I really hope it's sooner than later, but only the UPS driver will know for sure!

I have another case card to show you today. The card shown below is a card I received by swapping last year at convention. I just loved it, so I decided to CASE it.

Here's my card (shown below). As you can see I changed the base of the card from Pacific Point to Kiwi Kiss. I also stamped the phrase in Pacific Point instead of Basic Black.

The stamp set used is: Flight of the Butterfly. Other colors used was Baja Breeze. Accessories included the Small Oval Punch, Crafters Tool Kit, Gold Brad and Stamp-a-ma-jig.

Have you ever used the Stamp-a-ma-jig? It is a wonderful and simple tool that I don't know why it took me so long to purchase it. I have been a demo since January of 2005 and just this past summer purchased it.

This is the perfect tool to keep you from ever ruining a whole project with one crooked stamp! The stamp positioner gives you the ability to place an image exactly where you want it, every time.

Features & Benefits

• Allows for fast and precise stamp placements
• Perfect for word and letter stamps
• Sturdy plastic construction
• Includes washable plastic sheet
• Nonskid base
• Includes instructions

Thanks for taking the time to stop by today, and make sure to check back with me tomorrow!

- Georgia

Dreams du jour!

Hello Stampers and Happy Monday to you!!!

Today's sample is a case of a card I swapped for at convention. The only change I made from the original card I received was instead of using Kiwi Kiss card stock I used Certainly Celery. The only reason I made that change, was that I didn't have enough Kiwi Kiss card stock.

Stamp Set: Dreams du Jour

Card Stock & Ink: Pink Pirouette, Riding Hood Red, Certainly Celery, Whisper White and Bella Rose DSP

Accessories: Scallop Edge Punch, Liquid Glue and Dazzling Diamonds

As I'm sure you can guess this card was super easy and quick to put together. Perfect for any skilled stamper.

If you're wondering today's post is short, because I have a million things to do today!

Thanks for stopping by today. . . make sure you visit me again!

Georgia

Stamping "Green"

Hello Stampers!

These days, everywhere you turn, people are "going green" and putting into practice ideas that can make a difference in the environment and conserve energy. But what is Stampin' Up! doing to "go green"?

Rubber

Rather than dumping the excess rubber in a landfill, Stampin' Up! donate it to Courage Reins, a nonprofit organization that provides horseback riding therapy for physically or mentally challenged children. They take the ground rubber and sell it to groups and individuals for use in playgrounds and hose stables. The money they receive from the sale of this rubber goes to fund their program.

There is even a park in Kanab, Utah, where the Stampin' Up! production facility is located. Shelli Gardner and her husband donated the money to build the park, and they also used rubber scraps to create the bedding material under the play equipment. You can actually walk around on the super-spongy playground and find pieces of old stamp sets.

Wood Blocks

The wood blocks are not only created from a renewable resource, they engage in a sustainable practice to get those wood blocks. Stampin' Up! works with a tree farm in which the maple trees are grown specifically for the purpose of harvesting wood!

Card Stock and Paper

You might be aware that the paper we use for shipping is 100% recycled. But did you know that the card stock includes recycled material? It's true! Stampin' Up!'s card stock includes recycled paper that's left over from other paper runs, which would otherwise end up in a landfill. The darker the color of card stock, the more recycled material is in the card stock. (Who would have thought that Basic Black was the greenest color?)

In addition, Stampin' Up! works with a paper broker who ensures that the mills used for the Designer Series Paper and Card Stock engage in environmentally friendly practice. The paper comes from sustainably managed forest and mills that are taking steps to lessen their carbon footprint. One of the mills even generates its own power!

Stampin' Up!'s Buildings

They are very fortunate to have wonderful facilities at Stampin' Up! that help reduce their environmental impact. First, systems in both the Riverton and Kanab buildings filter and pollutants that may result from stamp production. Second, the buildings were designed with energy conservation in mind. Both building have geothermal wells, which help maintain building temperature, cutting down one the use of heating oil or natural gas. In addition, all lights are on sensors and timers, so they don't waste electricity when employees are away from the office.

In the desert climate in Utah, it's also extremely important that they watch their water use. For this reason, they've incorporated native, water-wise plants in their landscaping. If you ever visited the home office, you will notice that they have wildflowers growing in front of the building instead of grass! Their sprinkler system is timed to minimize evaporation, which helps reduce the amount of water they use to maintain their landscape. Indoors, artificial plants mingle in with the live ones in the area around their atrium water feature. This allows them to have a lush garden while minimizing the amount of water they use.

Carbon Footprints

At Stampin' Up!, they strive to reduce their carbon footprints as much as possible. This means that they try to engage in shipping practices that will require fewer greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, to be released into the atmosphere. First, UPS picks up shipments from the Distribution Center each day during nonpeak traffic hours. This cuts down the amount of gasoline UPS needs to use to get our orders out the door.

For stamp shipments from Kanab to Riverton, they "carpool" with companies who are sending shipments from the Salt Lake City area to Kanab. For example, Sysco delivers food to Kanab and surrounding towns and, normally, their trucks would be return empty to Salt Lake City. Instead of driving back without cargo, Sysco trucks bring stamps from Kanab to Riverton!

One of the guiding principles at Stampin' Up! is change, and with that principal in mind, they are always looking for ways to improve their business practices to do what's right for our demonstrators, employees, community, and environment.

Of course, today's sample had to be a "green card".

All of the details are below:

Stamps:
Wonderful You Stamp Set
Jumbo Wheel Stems & Silhouettes
Define Your Life Stamp Set

Paper:
Card Stock Old Olive
Card Stock Basic Black
Card Stock Very Vanilla

Inks:
Classic Stampin Pad Old Olive
Classic Stampin Pad Basic Black

Accessories:
Ribbon Grosgrain Old Olive 5/8 Inch
Punch Key Tag
Stampin Dimensionals
Snail Adhesive Permanent

Thanks for Stopping by!

Georgia

Happy Heart Day

Hello Stampers,

Today's sample is a card I made using the Happy Heart Day Stamp Set. It's a very simple card to do that would be easy to make a bunch of.

The card stock I used is Basic Gray, Regal Rose and Whisper White. I used the stamp set Happy Heart Day and then used my markers to color. The butterfly was stamped with VersaMark and the ribbon is just adhered onto the card stock.

That's all for today. . I've had a crazy week and I'm ready for some R&R. . . how about you?

Have a wonderful weekend!

Georgia

It's Official!!!

OK Ladies . . . I just got on the demo SU website and it's official . . . we will be getting Digital Scrapbooking. Sometime this year, Stampin' Up! will release our own digital scrapbooking software--My Digital Studio. This software is much more than a scrapbooking solution--you'll be able to create digital projects beyond scrapbooks.

At the heart of this new product is our own exclusive artwork, some of the highest-quality artwork in the market. That alone will differentiate us from competitive products. Initially, My Digital Studio will feature several thousand of our images and a selection of Stampin' Up! colors. It will only get better as we move forward! New items will become available as the product is updated on a regular basis.

"Without going into detail--because we haven't nailed it down yet--we are committed to keeping this product affordable and competitive with other products on the market."

Watch for more information in the coming months.

I am so excited about this. . . how about you?

Georgia

Hodgepodge Hardware

Hello Stampers!

Today I am very excited to share with you two cards that are Georgia Original Designs!!! I'm always so excited to show you projects, but I'm always more excited when it's a card or project I designed myself.

I have 2 versions of the cards to show you today.

The picture above was my original card. I used Regal Rose, Very Vanilla and Pink Pirouette Card Stock. I also used a piece from the Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware that is part of the Inventory Blowout until January 18th. Please note that Stampin' Up! has limited quantities at the reduced price of $22.49, so you'll want to order yours before it's to late. You can shop online at: http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/ and see the whole Inventory Blowout list under the specials.

The stamps sets I used are Upsy Daisy and Warm Words.

When I started to cut card stock for my card club, which was last night, I realized I didn't have enough of the Regal Rose Card Stock. :o( Above is the card that I altered to make it work with the supplies I had on hand. As you can see the card stock is now Pink Pirouette and Very Vanilla. I still stamped in Regal Rose, because I liked the color.

Which card do you like better?

Besides a card swap today I have exciting news to share with you. Right now Stampin' Up! is holding a leadership event in Florida. I wish I was there, and I could tell you this information first hand, but I still want to share a few things. Please note that I have not received an official notification from Stampin' Up! about anything listed below so the information may not be 100% accurate. As soon as I get updates I'll pass them along.

If you would NOT like to learn more about what is in the future for Stampin' Up! as well as information relating to the new catalog, which will be released on January 19th, please stop reading! Otherwise, please read on and leave me a comment. I'd love to hear what you think!

Last Chance. . . if you do not want to know about new Stampin' Up! products.. do not read on...

***The BIG EXCITING NEWS at leadership was that Stampin' Up! has developed it's own Digital Scrapbooking program that will be available sometime later this year!

A few new things from the catalog....

• 14 new Designer Series Paper with a couple great manly color combos
• 5 new Simply Scrappin' Kits
• Rub-ons with 4 colors in one kit
• Flower brads in Pumpkin Pie, Pretty in Pink, Chocolate Chip and So Saffron
• Jumbo Brads.. love them.. 5/16" and 5/8" in Choc. Chip, White, Vanilla and Silver
• Clear Rhinestone brads (like the ones in the Pretties Kit) sold in a pack by themselves
• new border punch that looks like lace
• new circle cutter
• Lots of exclusive Big Shot dies!
• More sizzlets and embosslits!!
• TEXTURE PLATES for the Big Shot 12 exclusive SU! designs and 12 Sizzix designs
• stencils from the new Decor Elements line
• And I can't forget NEW STAMP SETS!!!

And I know you're dying to see the new book . . right? I know I'm stalking my UPS driver for my copy. Ok. . .here's what the new books look like. Please note that only demos who attended leadership received a spiral copy. In the past I've went to Staples and had them bind my catalog. I think it was around $6, but you should double check if you want to have it done.

So what do you think? Are you excited??? I am . . and I'd love to share some excitment with you. If you'd like to book a workshop with me you'll receive a copy of the catalog for FREE! Contact me today, so you can pick the best date! With Sale-a-Bration starting February 1st the dates will go fast, so don't wait!

Thanks for stopping and have a GREAT day!

Georgia