So Glad We're Friends

I always like square cards, but I hate making them because they cost extra to mail...unless they'll fit in a regular envelope! This card is 4-1/4" x 4-1/4", so it will fit in a regular 4-1/2" x 5-3/4" envelope.

The colors on this card (Rose Red, Kiwi Kiss, and Chocolate Chip) were partially inspired by some of the new DSP in the Spring-Summer 2009 Catalog & Idea Book. I've recently received this new paper, and I really like it! I'll post some samples soon!

Stamp Sets: Best Wishes & More, Best Yet (Level 1 hostess set)
Colors: Rose Red, Kiwi Kiss, Chocolate Chip, Confetti White

Happy Stamping!

Stampin' Up!'s New 2009 Spring-Summer Catalog

The NEW Spring/Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog has been released! I know I am completely a week late on this announcement, but I think most of you already knew :-) You can order from this new catalog RIGHT NOW on my Stampin' Up! Website!

Also worth mentioning is the end of the Love You Much Promotion. This bundle is so cute you can't believe it! This bundle of the Love You Much stamp set, the Candy Lane Designer Series Paper, and the Heart to Heart Punch (all brand new products!) is available to YOU for 20% off, but only through the end of this week! Click here to order this amazing bundle now! Here are a few projects I have made with this cute bundle:





Happy Stamping!

One Day Left!

Sunday, January 18th marks the LAST DAY for...

• The Fall/Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog
• The Holiday Mini Catalog
• The Inventory Blow Out Sale
• The Retiring Stamp Set List & Sale
• The Retiring Accessories List
  

If you would like to purchase from any of these items, be sure to email me (cari@ksu.edu) or click "Shop Now" to place your order online. Be sure to order now before these items are gone forever!

Monday, January 19th is just as exciting because it is the first day to see and order from the NEW Spring/Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog! As a demonstrator, I have already received my catalog, and I am so excited for all the new products (including new stamp sets, ribbon, buttons, glitter, Big Shot dies, and more!)

If you would like your very own copy of the new Idea Book & Catalog, you have two easy options:

• Come to my Catalog Kickoff Party on Monday, January 19th (come & go 6-9p at my house) and either place an order of at least $25, or buy a catalog for $5 (including a $5 off coupon on your first order from the new catalog!)
• Place an online order through my Stampin' Up! website between February 1st and April 30th, and you'll receive a catalog for FREE with your order! No minimum purchase is required!
• Paypal me $10 to cover the cost of the catalog & postage, and I'll mail one to you on Tuesday. Click the icon below to visit the Paypal website:

Very Happy Stamping to all of you!!

You're Invited!

It's that time again! A BRAND NEW CATALOG will be released on January 19th, so you're invited to enjoy free snacks, free stamping, and amazing deals on old and new products! Of course you'll also get to see the new catalog along with the new Décor Elements products and the new free Sale-a-Bration products!

Come & go as you please, and be sure to invite a friend or two to introduce them to the wonderful world of stamping!

Monday, January 19th from 6-9p (come & go)

In Topeka: Cori's House (click "contact me" above for specific directions)
In Manhattan: Cari's House (click "contact me" above for specific directions)

Please RSVP by Friday, January 16th (cari@ksu.edu) so that we have a general idea of how many to prepare for, but if you decide you can come at the last minute, please do!

Invitation Details:
Design: Mojo Monday sketch
Colors: Riding Hood Red, Kraft, Whisper White, Chocolate Chip
Stamp sets: Upsy Daisy, Hugs & Wishes

Happy Stamping! I hope to see YOU next Monday!

Valentine Mailbox

Remember in grade school when you had to make a Valentine Mailbox every year? I should have known then that I would end up as a scrapper :-) I LOVED making my mailbox every year! This year (like last year), Target has these cute little white mailboxes in their Dollar Spot. My mom bought this one for me last year, but I never got around to decorating it. Look at me now! I'm over a month ahead of the game! Whoo-hoo! Now I can add this cute thing to my Valentine's Day decorations.

This is a little closer picture of the front. I used the same idea from the card I posted last week and re-stamped the lovebirds on Pink Pirouette card stock to make them stand out.



The little flag is probably my favorite part! I used the 3-heart stamp and coordinating punch from the Love You Much Bundle (on sale until January 31). I love these products! I am so excited!



Stamp Set: Love You Much
Colors: Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla, Pink Pirouette, Close to Cocoa

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! Happy Stamping!

Congratulations, Stacy!

One of my very best friends (and college roommate), Stacy, got engaged last week. I made this card today for her and her fiance to congratulate them. I used the Love You Much promotional materials again for this card. This card was inspired by Jenn Diercks. She has several VERY cute cards using these new products. Be sure to place your order soon so you can have your materials in time to make your Valentines!



After stamping the lovebirds in Close to Cocoa ink on Very Vanilla card stock, I re-stamped them on the Pink Pirouette polka dot DSP in the Candy Lane DSP pack and cut out each of the birds. I adhered them with Stampin' Dimensionals to make them a bit of a focal-point.



Finally, I used the new 3-Heart Punch to punch out the heart images from the Love You Much stamp set. I LOVE this new punch...which is surprising considering my lack of enthusiasm for hearts in general. I think the Valentine's theme usually helps to decrease my aversion to hearts, but for some reason I absolutely love these hearts! *shrugs* No idea...



Congratulations again to Jon and Stacy!

Stamp Set: Love You Much
Colors: Pink Pirouette, Riding Hood Red, Close to Cocoa, Very Vanilla

Happy Stamping!