$99 Mini Starter Kit Promotion

From June 1-30, customers and hostesses can become demonstrators for just $99 when they purchase a special $99 Mini Starter Kit. This limited-time kit contains over $180 of Stampin' Up! products and business supplies. None of the products in the Mini Starter Kit are retiring this year; plus, new recruits will get a box of 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogs in July!

Look for kit details on June 1!

Last Chance List

Hundreds of products from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog and Definitely Decorative brochures are retiring. Check back here June 1, for a complete list of Last Chance stamp sets, Stampin' Around wheels, Definitely Decorative elements, and accessories.

Memorial Day Weekend!!!

Hi Stampers!!!

I hope you enjoy your long holiday weekend. . . . I am going to be taking the weekend off from blogging and look forward to sharing with you next week!

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Out of Stock Items

Hi Stampers,

In just a few short days on June 1st the retirement list will be out.  You can bet that once these are released items will fly off the shelf!  The following items are already no longer available to order. Our inventory has been depleted, and we are unable to order more.

101563: Sage Shadow card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
102837: Only Orange card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
107079: Sage Shadow card stock (12" x 12")
107101: Close to Cocoa card stock (12" x 12")

119833: Old Olive Polka-Dot 6" x 6" Designer printed album (Our inventory of Old Olive Polka-Dot 6" x 6" Designer printed albums (item 119833) has been depleted and will be unavailable to order until we receive more at the end of July.)

Remember you can shop 24/7 at http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/.

Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your long Holiday Weekend!!!

Georgia

Dream - Decor Element

Hi Stampers,

Today I am very excited to share with you the Decor Element I put up in the baby's room a couple of days ago.  This is centered over the baby's crib, and the Whisper White really pops against the brick dust paint.

There are 4 sizes you can get dream in and they range in price from $7.95 to $14.95.  I used the large size $12.95.

You can view more Decor Elements HERE and HERE and remember you can shop 24/7 at http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/.

If you have any questions, please ask!

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Ava's Birthday Card

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you the card I made for Ava's 4th birthday. . . as you remember a few days ago I shared with you the banner I made for Ava.  You can view that HERE.

For this card I used the new stamp set, Sweet Scoops (page 10), from the Summer Mini Catalog.  Colors used are Cameo Coral, So Saffron and Whisper White.  I also used the Eyelet Boarder Punch, a button and linen thread.

For the inside of this card I just knew I needed to use the Pop-Up Cake die, and a little Whisper White Satin Ribbon.

If you have any questions, please ask!

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Medallion

Hi Stampers,

Sorry the post just keep getting shorter and shorter. . . the pregnancy is making me more tired than I thought. . . 5 days and counting until my due date.  :o)

Today I'd like to share with you another card sample from the StampAttic's meeting.

Don't you love how the Medallion stamp is embossed over the card stock?

BTW -  The retirement list comes out June 1st.  Once the list is announced accessories just fly off of the shelf, so if you have some on your wish list you'll want to place your order prior to June 1st.  Remember you can shop 24/7 at http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

StampAttic's Sample

Hi Stampers,

Wow . . . I can't believe I'm in my what should be last week of this pregnancy.  Yesterday my feet started to swell for the first time, and my hands started late last week.  With the 90 degree weather yesterday I guess it's to be expected.

I got a lot done this weekend, but stamping was not one of them, so today I'd like to share with you a sample from the StampAttic's meeting.

Just a reminder card club orders are in!

Happy Stamping

Georgia

Sunday!

Just wanted to check in and wish everyone a very happy Sunday . . . it looks like it will be a nice and warm day today!  One more week and counting until my due date!  You can bet I'll keep you posted of the new addition when he/she finally decides to come.

Enjoy your day!

Georgia

Ava's Banner

Hi Stampers,

I am very excited to share with you today the banner I made with my Big Shot for Ava's 4th birthday.  Ava is a girl in Blake's preschool, and she has her birthday party late this afternoon.  Blake LOVES having a banner in his room with his name on it, so I just knew I wanted to make one for Ava too.

Ava's banner was lots more fun to make than the one I did for Blake, because I got to add glitter and butterflies!

Here's a close up of one of the pennants!  Don't you just love the Whisper White Satin Ribbon?  Using Big shot dies I cut out the A, Scallop Circles, Butterfly and the Pennant.

I used my Crop-a-dile to punch holes and add Pewter Jumbo Eyelets.  See the "pearl" in the middle of the butterfly?  It's from the Pretties Kit.

Wondering how I made the pretty at the bottom???

I used Stampin' Up!'s Pretties Kit to make it too.

I hope she loves it!

Thanks for stopping by today, and if you have any questions. . . please ask!

~Georgia

Father's Day Tractor

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd love to share with you a card which would make a perfect Father's Day card.  I took a picture of this card sample at the last StampAttic's meeting.

This is another fun punch art card made using Stampin' Up! punches.  Can you tell what punches were used???

If you have any questions, please ask!

Enjoy your weekend!

Georgia

New Digital Downloads for My Digital Studio

Hi Stampers,

Do you have a copy of the My Digital Studio software yet???  I do and I love it!!!  Stampin' Up! is always releasing new digital downloads and they just released some this week.

Item Description Price

121069 Go Graduate Plus stamp brush set $5.95

122143 Jumbo Outline Alphabet stamp brush set $9.95

122145 Contempo Alphabet stamp brush set $9.95

Click HERE to see these and more images, and place your order today!

Enjoy your Thursday!

Georgia

Birth Announcement

Hi Stampers,

Even though we don't know what we are going to have yet I thought it would be fun to make some baby announcements to donate to the hospital.  First I made baby girl announcements . . . . I'm still working on the baby boy announcements, and then I need to figure out what I am going to do for our announcements.

This is a very simple card that you can change the colors to go with the baby.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Georgia

Getting the Most from the Starter Kit

Hi Stampers,

Have you ever thought to yourself it would be nice to have a little extra cash, or I wish I could get my stamping supplies at a discount or even for free?  If so, now is the time to join the Stampin' Up! family!!!

Within the next few coming months Stampin' Up!'s colors are going through a big change. . . here are a few suggestions when selecting items for their Starter Kit.

Select the stamp sets and Stampin' Around wheel recommended in the current Starter Kits. Those sets will appear in the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog.

Many of our colors will be discontinued as part of our exciting color renovation. You  will probably want to select ink colors that will carry over to the new catalog.

The Earth Elements and Rich Regals card stock assortments are a good choice as they are the least impacted by the color renovation. Some colors will be obsolete, but these assortments have fewer retiring colors than the Soft Subtles and Bold Brights families do.

I hope these suggestions help you feel more comfortable with their Starter Kit selections!

Remember this Special Offer!  From April 1-May 31, join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator and receive two FREE technique DVDs (2007-2008 and 2008-2009 Workshop Wow DVDs).  I have both of these DVDs and they are packed full of awesome ideas!

Click HERE to view the start kit, and please call (343-9356) or e-mail me (georgia@mustainlaw.com) for more information and/or to join the Stampin' Up! family.

 
Thanks for stopping by!
Georgia

Punch Art!

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you another punch art sample.  This picture was taken at the last StampAttis' meeting from a swap some local demonstrators did.  Thanks for sharing ladies!!!

Can you guess all of the punches?

Just a reminder the retirement list comes out June 1st. . . . in the past punches have been included on this list.  If you'd like any accessories before the list comes out and Stampin' Up! runs out of stock, you'll want to call or e-mail me prior to June 1st.

If you have any questions, please ask...thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Baby Punch Art!

Hi Stampers and Happy Sunday!!!

I am very excited to share with you today that in just 2 short weeks my due date will be here.  The past few weeks I have been working on Rag Quilt Purses in my spare time, and now I'm thinking I need to work on my baby announcements and cleaning the house!

The doctor said she wouldn't let me go much over 7 days past my due date, so sometime within the next 3 weeks our family of 3 will be a family of 4.  I guess we also need to finish getting the nursery ready. :o)

Blake is very excited to be a big brother, and Rocky and I are very excited to have a new member in our house. 

Since we're talking about babies today I'd like to share with you a card sample that I took a picture of at the last StampAttic's meeting.

This is called Punch Art, as you can create "art" using Stampin' Up!'s punches.

If you have any questions, please ask!

Thanks for stopping by today and enjoy the rest of your Sunday!

Georgia

Pink Rag Quilt Purses

Hi Stampers!

As promised today I'd like to share with you three Rag Quilt Purses I made.  All three purses used the same fabric, but in a different way.  I also made a matching flower pin that you can put on the purse or on your coat. 

As I mention yesterday I am getting a head start with making items for the Fall Craft Shows I participate in.  One of the items I knew I wanted to add to my booth are these cute purses, but with the baby on the way I wasn't sure how much free time I'd have when it came down to "crunch time". :o)

You'll notice that the flower is in a different square in each picture. . . as I mention above the flower is on a pin, so that you can move it to where you want it.  Below are picture of just the flower and the purse without a flower on it.

If you can't wait to get your hands on one of these cute purses they are for sale now!  Cost is $30 and that includes the removable flower.  Click HERE to view all of the purses I have done and for sale!

If none of these are your style I also can make you a custom purse. . just call (343-9356) or e-mail me (georgia@mustainlaw.com) if you'd like one.  I plan on continuing to make purses, as time permits, now and after the baby comes . . when I get them done I'll share them my blog.

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Extra Picture!

I just had to share this purse with you incase you don't click over the to purse page. . . you can get to the purse page by clicking the link above, or the link on the right side of this page, which can be found above the summer mini catalog!

Elements of Style

Hi Stampers!

Today I'd like to share with you the last card club members stamped this week!  This card was inspired by a sample I found online. . . I just changed it a bit to work for myself, and of course I had to change the colors to work with what I had on hand. :o)

This card uses the stamp set, Elements of Style, which can be found on page 12 of the Summer Mini Catalog.  I used the clear-mount set, but you can also get this set in wood-mount.

Now that we've had both clear-mount and wood-mount for a while. . . which one do you like best???  I'm leaning towards the clear-mount because of both the cost and the space it saves me. . . However, I do like wood-mount better for stamp sets with small images!

Can you see the "grid lines" on the Whisper White card stock?  To achieve this look I scored at the 1/2 inch made both vertical and horizontal. **NOTE** It is VERY important to score prior to stamping your images if you want the grid lines to appear.

BTW - Make sure to check back tomorrow as I have had my sewing machine out and going every since the May 1st make and take class. . . I have 6 very cute Rag Quilt Purses done and ready to sell at my Fall Craft Shows.  Of course if you can't wait until then you can purchase one now that I have done, or order a custom purse to fit your style! (More details tomorrow)

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Builder Wheels ~ 2nd Card Sample

Hi Stampers!

Have you checked out the Summer Mini Catalog yet???  One of the new items in this mini is called Wheel Builders.  Below you'll see the second card I made using the Wheel Builders.  You can view my first card HERE.  You'll notice both cards have the same color scheme, as I still had my three cell ink cartridge inked in Melon Mambo and Rich Razzleberry.

There are 6 builder wheels to choose from in the mini.  Today I used the Posy Party, Thoughtful Friend and Bees & Blossoms builder wheels again.  (The other 3 wheels are on my wish list.)  :o)  All of the builder wheels and accessories can be found on pages 8 and 9 of the Summer Mini Catalog.

**Builder Wheel Tip**  When you are using the wheels you want to make sure you put plenty of pressure on the wheels so that all images come out clean.  If you find you have a spot that wasn't perfect that's ok. . . just cover it with a piece of card stock or ribbon. :o)

As always if you have questions, please ask!

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Pun Fun - Z Fold Card

Hi Stampers!

Just a quick reminder Wednesday card club is TONIGHT!!!  I'm looking forward to seeing some of you very soon! Would you like a sneak peak of another card club card???  I wanted to make sure to give you a quick and simple card to stamp that you could make over and over again.

This card uses the Pun Fun Stamp set as well as Whisper White, Cameo Coral and So Saffron card stock.  Using Basic Black ink I stamped and then I used my Cameo Coral marker to color in the heart.  I used my Eyelet Boarder Punch along the side and stuck a piece of So Saffron card stock under it to make it "pop" out more.

Z fold cards are so easy to make. . . here is a top view of the card.  You fold the card in half as you normally would do and then take the top flap and fold it back in half.

When you adhere the Whisper White and So Saffron card stock in the middle make sure to only put adhesive on the side that attaches to the top piece of card stock. . . otherwise you'll glue your card down and you'll be writing your message on the back. :o)

If you have any questions, please ask!

Thanks for stopping by!!!

Georgia