Mosaic Madness

 
Hi Stampers!
Today's card uses the brand new Mosaic Madness stamp set!  And madness it is! This is the trendy new look for this year, and people everywhere are into Mosaics!

The Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder was used for the background, on Strawberry Slush cardstock (also new!)  I stamped the images in Chocolate Chip and  Strawberry Slush, and punched them out with the new Mosaic Punch! So easy! The base cardstock is Sahara Sand.

I also punched a window through the front of the card, and place a strip of the Mosaic window sheet that is included in the Quatrefancy Specialty Designer Paper over top. 

Don't you just love mosaics?

P.S. If you want to get a 15% discount, you can get the Mosaic Madness Bundle (includes the Modern Mosaic stamp set and Mosaic Punch) 

To place your order online, use this Hostess Code KF4BDWWW when you are checking out, and you'll get your name in the draw for my HOSTESS CREDITS GIVEAWAY!

PLUS: Place an order with me during the month of June, and receive a NEW 2013-2014 Stampin' Up Annual Catalogue for FREE! 

PLUS: For every $25 you order, you qualify for Stampin' Rewards points (when you accumulate 20 points, you get a free stamp set from me)!

PLUS: Get a free video tutorial from me when you order this week!

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Fathers Day card

Hi Stampers! Here's a maculine card I made for Father's Day, coming up this weekend!

This card uses the stamp set Serene Silhouettes . 

For cardstock colors, I used Tangerine Tango, Early Espresso, and the new Baked Brown Sugar! (Love that color!), as well as some Early Espresso Bakers Twine.

I embossed the Baked Brown Sugar with the Chevron Embossing Folder, and sponged around all the edges with Early Espresso. 

The tree is stamped in Baked Brown Sugar ink, then thumped overtop with markers in Early Espresso and Tangerine Tango. Then I sprtized the Very Vanilla cardstock with my Stampin' Spritzer (mixed 4 drops of Early Espresso ink refill and rubbing alcohol in it.) 

I hope you like this Father's Day card!

To place your order online, use this Hostess Code KF4BDWWW when you are checking out, and you'll get your name in the draw for my FREE HOSTESS CREDITS GIVEAWAY!

PLUS: Place an order with me during the month of June, and receive a NEW 2013-2014 Stampin' Up Annual Catalogue for FREE! 

PLUS: For every $25 you order, you qualify for Stampin' Rewards points (when you accumulate 20 points, you a free stamp set from me)!

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A Round Array

Hello Stampers! This card was made using the new A Round Array Stamp set, and the 7/8" scallop circle punch. So cute!

The colors I used are Pool Party (one of my faves!), and Crumb Cake. The embossing on the bottom layer is the Vines Embossing Folder, and the pretty brad in the middle is the new Designer Build A Brad. 

Here's the inside of the card.

Thanks for stopping by!

Jo-Ann

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Two New Stampin' Up Valentine's Specials!

Hello Stampers!

From January 3 through January 21, Stampin’ Up!’s got two super special valentine offers sure to set your heart aflutter! 

1. Get the Sealed with Love Simply Sent Kit FREE—a $9.95 CAN value—when you buy the brand-new My Little Valentine Stamp Set! This four-piece stamp set, created exclusively for this promotion, contains the perfect sentiments to express your feelings for your children, spouse, girlfriends, or mail carrier!

Item	Description	Price
132242	My Little Valentine (English; clear-mount)	$11.95 CAN
132245	Enamorados (Spanish; clear-mount)	$11.95 CAN
132248	Mon petit amour (French; clear-mount)	$11.95 CAN

Order the My Little Valentine stamp set:

And get the Sealed With Love Simply Sent Kit for free!

2. Purchase the Valentine Treat Bundle—complete with the brand-new Happy Valentine Heart Single Stamp and the cutest little treat bags ideal for all of your precious valentines. Even better, the brand-new Happy Valentine Heart stamp coordinates perfectly with our Full Heart Punch for fast and easy creating.* 

Bundle Item	Description	Retail Value	Special Bundle Price
132771	Valentine Treat Bundle Includes the Happy Valentine Heart Single Stamp (clear-mount) and 1" x 8" cellophane bags	$9.20 CAN	$7.25 CAN

Order the Valentine Treat Bundle, which includes 1x8" cello bags, and this stamp, Happy Valentine Heart Single Stamp, for only $7.25!

*Full Heart Punch not included in bundle

Both of these offers—and the exclusive stamps—are only available through January 21, so contact me today to take advantage of these limited-time offers! 

email me at stampinwithjoann(at)shaw(dot)ca

Jo-Ann

 

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The NEW Stampin' Trimmer is here!

Introducing the new and improved Stampin' Up Stampin' Trimmer! Although we use paper trimmers regularily in the papercrafting world, they are NOT all equal. This one was designed exclusively by paper crafters FOR paper crafters, and because it was made by Stampin' Up!, you know it's quality and design are going to be a cut above the rest!

Features of the New Stampin' Trimmer:

• An extra-wide 6-1/4" cutting base and an extended 14-1/2" ruler
  
  
  
  • The extra-wide cutting base provides a large work area and is marked in 1/4" (4 mm) increments, allowing for small measurements. 
  
  
  • The right-side grid helps you measure and cut very thin strips.
  
  
  • The extended cutting arm has a stabilizing leg to provide a sturdy and steady cutting surface for longer cuts. 
  
  
  • When fully extended, the extended cutting arm sits flush with the trimmer base, providing more accurate and consistent measurements across the entire surface.
  
  
  • The cutting base and track include a full ruler, incorporating measurements down to 1/16" and grid lines that mark each quarter inch. 
  
  
  • All rulers and measurements on the base are printed under a plastic cover so your measurements won't wear off.
  
  
  • The base has nonskid feet, which keeps the Stampin' Trimmer securely in place on your work area.
  
  
  
  


• A full 12" cutting and scoring track
  
  
  
  • The extra-long cutting track has space at the top and bottom so you don't have to take the cutting and scoring blades out when you're not using them. 
  
  
  • The track gives you enough space to cut or score a full 12" (30.5 cm) without having to remove or switch out handles. 
  
  
  • The cutting track locks in place for secure storage or transport. 
  
  
  • The track includes an insertion point for cutting and scoring blade handles so you can easily insert handles into the cutting track.
  
  
  
  


• Specially designed handles and cutting track to ensure straight cuts
  
  
  
  • The hook on the scoring and cutting blade handles keeps the handles stable so the cuts are as straight as possible.
  
  
  • Handles come in two colors: dark for cutting, light for scoring. 
  
  
  • The precision tip on the cutting blade allows you to pinpoint precisely where you're cutting.
  
  
  • The point on the side of each handle shows you where the blade will cut, making it easy to see exactly where your cuts and scores will begin.
  
  
  
  


• Storage compartment under base
  
  
  
  • The storage compartment holds scoring and cutting tools such as a Bone Folder, Simply Scored Stylus, extra scoring and cutting blades, and even business cards. 
  
  
  • Separate compartments within the storage compartment keep your tools organized, and the clear cover makes it easy to see what you've stored.
  
  
  
  

Product details: item 126889; $41.95.

Go to my online store to order yours today!

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Sparkly Snowflake

Hello! 

As I play with the Silver Glimmer Paper, I can't help but think of Snowflakes! As uncommon as it is to make a black & white Christmas card, I was just drawn to give it a try with this card.

I used the Lattice Embossing Folder on the black cardstock background, and the Snow Flurry Bigz Die for the Snowflakes, in Whisper White and Silver Glimmer Paper. The embellishment in the middle is from the Antique Brads package. This card is very simple, yet quite stunning to see in person.

Snow Flurry Bigz Die (127813):

Antique Brads (117273): 

Lattice Embossing Folder (119976):

Here's a look at the card again.

Hope you like it!

Happy Stamping!

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Video Tutorial: How to Tie Bows

Hi there!

Here's a video I made to show you an easy-peasy way to make beautiful bows for your projects. Hope you like it!

 

Thanks for stopping by!

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Only 2 days left to register!

Just a reminder that if you haven't already, there are only 2 more days to register for my Christmas Card Stamp A Stack! 

Don't miss out! 

  

here are the Christmas cards we'll be making...except you will get FOUR of each of these, for a total of 16 cards!

 

Christmas Card Stamp-A-Stack!

This annual event is back by popular demand!

Sat, Nov 10th

morning session: 9:30am-1:00pm

afternoon session: 3:00pm-6:30pm

at Jo-Ann's Stampin Studio, $35 per person

 I would LOVE to have you attend! Register today!  

        You'll be making 16 beautiful, hand-stamped Christmas Cards in one session! There will be 4 each of 4 designs, and I will pre-cut everything for you, before the class! You will go home with your cards all ready to send out!

 

Bring your own adhesives, register and pre-pay $35 via cash, cheque, or Paypal by Oct 28th. Optional: you can also order 16 matching envelopes if you like ($5).

     There will be Christmas goodies, HOT Apple Cider, door prizes and loads of Christmas cheer to get you in the mood for Christmas!   

       As an added bonus, when you place an order that day, you will get a draw ticket for every $40 you order! All the qualifying hostess stamp sets and shopping dollars from the whole day's orders will be given away to two lucky winners!  You will want to have your name in this draw, trust me!   

Payment is by cash, cheque or credit card (via Paypal). Class size is limited to 15 people per session. Please bring your own scissors and adhesive.

Christmas Card Stamp-A-Stack!

Sat, Nov 10th 9:30am-1:00pm or 3:00pm-6:30pm

at Jo-Ann's Stampin Studio

(16 cards for $35, 4 cards each of 4 designs, register and pre-pay by Oct 15th, optional matching envelopes for $5)

 

Hope to see you there! Register and pre-pay by Oct 28th.

Can't make it because of your location? Or a schedule conflict? Order a KIT, and I will send all the pre-cut pieces to you! You will just assemble them. Cost is $40 (including shipping). Just send me a payment via Paypal, or email me and let me know what you want. I can send you an invoice from there. 

 Click here to register for the morning session, with 16 matching envelopes ($40)

 

 Click here to register and pre-pay for the morning session, no envelopes ($35)

 

 Click here to register for the afternoon session, with 16 matching envelopes ($40) 

 

 Click here to register and pre-pay for the afternoon session, no envelopes ($35)

 Click here to email me to order a KIT ($40)

 

Hope you can join in on the fun! Please register by Oct 28th.

 

Jo-Ann Unrau

email: stampinwithjoann@shaw.ca

website: www.stampinwithjoann.stampinup.net

phone: 604-504-0383

 

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Scentsational Season

I love Christmas Card time! I have been having so much fun making some cute Christmassy cards. This one was made to trade as a swap at a recent Stampin' Up Regional seminar. I love the color combo, and the adorable images from the Scentsational Season stamp set.

Here are all my swaps, ready to go! 

 

The supplies used are:

stamps: Scentsational Season

cardstock: Crumb Cake, Bravo Burgundy, Regals Designer Paper Stack

inks: Early Espresso, Garden Green, Bravo Burgundy

Accessories: Holiday Collection Framelits, 1/8" Espresso Ribbon, Northern Flurry embossing folder, square punch (to notch out the flags), corner rounder

 

Scentsational Season stamp set (121190 C or 121026 W): 

Holiday Collection Framelits 127814:

(these cut out the stamp images PERFECTLY on your Big Shot)

Northern Flurry Embossing Folder 120902

Hope you like it!

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Triple Time Stamping Technique

Here's a video I made showing the Triple Time Stamping Technique:

Single Stamps available!

For a linited time, Stampin' Up is trying out a new program. Allowing us to purchase single stamps from these three stamp sets:

Word Play, Perfectly Penned, and Seasonal Sayings

The offer will be available now through January 2, 2013. 

• These won't be sent to you in our typical cases or packaging; they'll be packaged in cello bags. If you'd like a case for your stamp, you can buy our Clear-Mount Stamp Cases that come in packs of four (item 119105).


• This offer is available for clear-mount stamps only.


• The stamps won't come with a Clear-Mount Block, and you'll need to buy a block separately if you don't already have one. The recommended block sizes can be found on the flyers. 

WORD PLAY: 

Buy your favorite single pieces from this popular stamp set!  
$6.25 CA 132294 Sick Block C
$6.25 CA 132295 I Do Block C
$7.50 CA 132296 Laughter Block D
$6.25 CA 132297 Wish Big Block C
$8.95 CA 132298 In My Thoughts Block H
$7.50 CA 132299 You Mean the World Block D
$6.25 CA 132300 Worth the Wait Block C
$6.25 CA 132301 Imagine Block D
$8.95 CA 132302 Remember When Block I
$6.25 CA 132303 Joy Block C
$8.95 CA 132304 Dreams Block E
$6.25 CA 132305 Thanks a Million Block D

 

PERFECTLY PENNED:

$6.25 CA 132306 Thank You Block D
$6.25 CA 132308 Get Well Block C
$7.50 CA 132307 Celebrate Today Block H
$7.50 CA 132309 Happy Birthday Block H

SEASONAL SAYINGS:

$7.50 CA 132310 Christmas Block H
$7.50 CA 132311 Halloween Block H
$7.50 CA 132312 Thanks Block H
$6.25 CA 132313 Love Block D
$7.50 CA 132314 Celebrate Block H

Happy Stamping!

Jo-Ann

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Happy Thanksgiving!

On this Thanksgiving weekend (in Canada), I am thankful. Thankful for all the wonderful things in my life. Here's a "Thankful" banner I made to hang on my fireplace mantle. This was the project we made at class earlier this week.

I used the Spice Cake fabric, and wrapped it around some cardstock to keep it flat. I then adhered those pieces to bigger Early Espresso pieces of cardstock, and embellished all the flag. Each of the flags measure 3 X 5.5 inches.

This is made using:

Stamps: Broadsheet Alphabet

Cardstock: Early Espresso, More Mustard, Pool Party

Ink: Early Espresso

Accessories: Spice Cake Designer Fabric, Labels Collection Framelits, Basic Rhinestones, Pearls, Vintage Faceted Buttons, dimensionals, Eyelet Border Punch, Scallop Border Punch, Decorative Label Punch, Espresso Bakers Twine, Victoria Crochet Trim, Clear Rhinestone Brads, Vintage Trinkets, sponge, and Paper Daisies.

125598 Labels Collection Framelits:

118724 Broadsheet Alphabet:

120907 Decorative Label Punch

124066 Spice Cake Designer Fabric:

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving, and thankyou for being part of my world! I am blessed. 

Jo-Ann

 

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Halloween treats

Here are the Halloween projects I made for the Stampin' Up Regional last week. 

I was able to trade these with the other demonstrators and get a whack of new samples to share with you all. 

This one is made using:

Stamps: Seasonal Sayings

Cardstock: Early Espresso, Pumpkin Pie

Ink: Early Espresso

Accessories: 1X8 cello bags, Apothecary Accents Framelits Dies, Essentials Paper Piercing Templates, Basic Rhinestones, dimensionals and Candy Corn!

I made a triangle shape out of the Espresso cardstock by scoring it in 3 places, and adhering with Sticky Strip. I put about 7-8 candy corns in the package, and adhered it to the inside of the triangle with Sticky Strip as well. 

Hope you like this SPOOKY TREAT! 

Jo-Ann

 

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Seasonal Sayings Stamp Set 128009(clear), 128006 (wood):

Essentials Paper Piercing Pack 126187:

Apothecary Accents Framelits 127003: