Vintage Valentine Card Making…with a twist!February 9th, 2012 Posted on February 9th, 2012, one response.
The challenge over at Splitcoaststampers today is to make a Valentine with no red or pink! At first I was stumped, but then I thought I could make a Vintage Valentine with all neutral colors. I also incorporated the challenges at the Moxie Fab Blog for using punches in an innovative way and the challenge at CASE Study (I was inspired by the repeated frame background stamping). What do you think? All these elements combine to make a Vintage Valentine and I think this will go straight to my hubby. It’s masculine, but combines a few feminine features which is perfect since he lives with FOUR girls! This card also incorporates tons of texture!
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Thank you for visiting my blog today! If you are a StampNation Member, Maureen put up an incredible scrapbooking challenge (sketch!) for us today. If you are not a subscriber to my e-mail list yet, you’ll want to hop on it right away! CLICK HERE, view the video on how to tie a flat bow and make a Clean and Simple Card, then put your info in the box to the right of the video. You will then receive the additional 3 videos in my My Friend Stamp Set series. See you there! Check out my post from yesterday to weigh in on what you’d like to see me do for my next series. There are a LOT of different opinions on there! So fun to see what you all are looking for.
Send a Card to a Friend!February 8th, 2012 Posted on February 8th, 2012, 34 responses.Well, I missed it by one day, but did you know yesterday was "Send a Card to a Friend" day? I am going to send a card to a friend…one of my blog readers! It could be YOU! Leave me a comment here on my blog telling me what you think I should do for my next series. A Big Shot Die, a pack of Designer Series Paper, a Stamp Set? Which one? I’d love to hear what you think! I’ll draw one name to receive a hand stamped card by me on Friday morning. Thanks for visiting!
Looking for Valentine Craft Ideas?February 7th, 2012 Posted on February 7th, 2012, no responses.
Valentine’s ideas coming to StampNation TODAY! Not a member? CLICK HERE for details and to join this passionate online community of paper crafters and get access to the more than 150 exclusive video tutorials available for members only. Here’s what one member has to say about being a member at StampNation: "Your videos have inspired me, but also equipped me with some basic tips and tricks of the trade to help me feel successful in my card making, which makes me want to do it more! That’s a good thing! Thanks for sharing your gift with us." Amy
Thank you, Amy! So glad you are sharing the journey with us.
See you there!
Valentine Suckers to Make Using the PS I Love You Stamp SetFebruary 6th, 2012 Posted on February 6th, 2012, 2 responses.
Are you planning to make Valentine’s with your kids, or do you buy them from the store? We have always made them…paper crafting is my JOB after all, so how could we buy them? Well this year I have a 6th grader (no valentines for her) and my 3rd grader informed me that her class isn’t doing them anymore, either. That leaves me with the 1st grader. My fingers were crossed. She came home from school the other day, saw these 2 suckers on my desk and immediately got started on making 25 of them. Not even joking. She got busy right away and worked on them until they were done, stopping only to sleep and go to school!
The only thing I did for her was cut the 3 x 6 pieces of cardstock and thread and tie the ribbon. She did everything else. NOTE: 3 x 6 fits perfectly when cutting 12 x 12" cardstock with no waste, but a 3-1/4 x 6 gives you more room to line it up on the die…she had to work at it to get it lined up to cut right on the die. There was barely enough room to make the cut. She has a bit of perfectionism running through her blood, so I was worried it would send her over the edge, but she did great! View the video to see how it was made: If you don’t have the Scallop Squares Duo die, you can use other shapes, or simply cut your cardstock to 3 x 6 and fold in half. Stampin’ Up Supplies:
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You’re My Type Stamp SetFebruary 5th, 2012 Posted on February 5th, 2012, no responses.
A quick sample for you today…this was made by Beth Coburn for a Shoebox Swap I did with my downline recently. What a fun stamp set, it says "You’re Just My Type" inside. Totally cute! The Just My Type Stamp Set is available in the Stampin’ Up Spring Occasions Mini Catalog. Have a fun Superbowl Sunday!
It’s a Moxie Fab Valentine CardFebruary 2nd, 2012 Posted on February 2nd, 2012, 4 responses.
When I popped over to the Moxie Fab World blog the other day and saw their Tuesday Trigger, I just about started doing back flips around my stamp room. I mean, come on, how inspired are you from this photo? It’s absolutely delectable. You can view and participate in the challenge HERE.  Just in case you can’t tell, I was inspired by the doily, the texture of the candy, the colors, the wrapper and pink coating. Yep, that’s a real cupcake liner that I used. How fun is THAT!!???  Watch the video to see how I used the cupcake liner for a really fun embellishment and how I made that oh, so yummy lookin’ chocoate covered strawberry heart!
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Try My Digital Studio for 30 Days for FREE!!!February 1st, 2012 Posted on February 1st, 2012, no responses. I’ve got great news for you! Beginning today, you can now download My Digital Studio Express to try out for FREE for 30 days! What a great deal! There are so many amazing things you can do with this program. Did you know I desgned my blog header and buttons using MDS? I hope you’ll try it out!
(**Make sure my name is in the upper right hand corner to ensure you are shopping with me! Thank you!)
With the FREE trial, you’ll get:
Once your trial period expires, simply contact me or go through my Online Store to purchase the downloadable or disc version of the software to continue enjoying My Digital Studio. Did you know there is an entire website dedicated to sharing ideas using My Digital Studio? Check it out here! NEW DOWNLOADS: Stampin’ Up adds new downloads just about every Tuesday. I was up waaay late last night downloading a bunch of new goodies to play with. I’ve been scrapbooking A LOT lately and I’m finding I need some spice to add to my journaling boxes. I’ve begun to design them with MDS and print them right from my computer. I can not WAIT to play with all the new punches and stamp brush sets I got!
Sale-a-bration Hostess Benefits…explained!January 31st, 2012 Posted on January 31st, 2012, no responses.
Did you know that as part of Stampin’ Up’s Sale-a-bration promotion, you can earn a FREE tote bag and a bundle? BUT! This is not for online orders. If you have an order over $150 and want the tote bag, or have an order over $400, call or e-mail me with your order. Hostess Bundle Details: The Hostess Bundle includes the products found on pages 6-7 of the Sale-A-Bration brochure, including
*Free shopping tote and bundle with workshop, customer and demonstrator orders only; offer does not include online orders. Offers are not incremental (i.e., a hostess does not receive two totes for a $300 workshop or two bundles for an $800 workshop). If your wish list is as long as your arm, now is the time to order for maximum benefits! For a $400 order, you would get:
Pretty sweet, eh? DOWNLOAD THE SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG NOW! VISIT MY ONLINE STORE TO PLACE YOUR SAB ORDER
Fresh Vintage Stamp Set Birthday CardJanuary 30th, 2012 Posted on January 30th, 2012, one response.
Have you gotten your hot little hands on these Sale-a-bration items yet? I do believe the Fresh Vintage Stamp Set and the Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper along with the coordinating Ribbon and Brad Pack is one of my favorite coordinating lines in a long time. The colors are so fresh and bright and just plain feel good. These items are FREE through March 31st with Stampin’ Up’s Sale-a-bration Promotion. DETAILS HERE. Would you have ever put Poppy Parade with Pool Party and Peach Parfait? I wouldn’t have, but I just love the combo in this paper. The sketch today from Mojo Monday was my inspiration. The card base is 4-1/2 x 8-1/2"…folded in half gives you a 4-1/4" square card that fits in Stampin’ Up’s medium envelopes. A fun change from the norm! The strip that was left from cutting my cardstock down was used for the label. The medallion image was inked in Peach Parfait ink, then rolled in Poppy Parade for a fun pop of color around the edges of the image. Stampin’ Up! Supplies:
My next newsletter comes out soon! Be sure you are signed up. Click here to view the first video in the My Friend Video Series and learn how to tie a flat bow. Be sure to put your info in the box next to the video to receive the additional 3 videos in the series! I’m so glad you popped in today to share a little stamping inspiration!
A Card You Don’t Want to Make…January 26th, 2012 Posted on January 26th, 2012, 2 responses.
If you have a pet, you know they are a part of the family. A few days ago, we got word that our dear friends (and 2 doors down neighbors) lost their dog during the night. She was 13. They knew the day was coming, as she was beginning to slow down, but that doesn’t make it easier when that day comes. I always get emotional when sad things happen…but the waterworks REALLY started when I walked behind the dad and son (he’s in 2nd grade) on the way home from the bus. He didn’t know yet, and I knew as soon as they got home he’d hear the news that his dear pup went to heaven. Waterworks are starting again! That’s all I have to say about today’s sad card…. Take care everyone and hug your pup or your kitty or your bird or whatever friend you have living with you today!
Stampin’ Up Sale-a-bration Sprinkled Expressions Stamp SetJanuary 25th, 2012 Posted on January 25th, 2012, 3 responses.
How delighted was I when I went to the mailbox the other day and saw that my neice had made me a birthday card. She’s almost 12 and I thought she did an awesome job! So, today’s card is for her. (View the video to see the card she made for me!) I thought this was the perfect occasion to pull out the brand new Sale-a-bration Stamp Set, Sprinkled Expressons. What darling images and sentiments to go with it! The only way to get this set is to get it for FREE! Spend $50 before March 31, and this baby can be yours through the Sale-abration promotion by Stampin’ Up. StampNation Members: The Sale-a-bration Celebration continues with another video added today..and we’ve got several more coming all using Sale-a-bration goodies to show you all kinds of ideas using these fabulous products. Details and membership registration here! Stampin’ Up Supplies:
DOWNLOAD THE SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG NOW! VISIT MY ONLINE STORE TO PLACE YOUR SAB ORDER Question for you! Over the next couple of weeks would you like to see a variety of projects using the Sale-a-bration products, or would you like to see another Video Series? Leave me a comment to let me know! Have a wonderful day and thank you for popping in!
This card was entered in the following challenges: Cinspirations, Crafts and Me, Simon Says, Anything Challenge Sale-a-bration…up close and personal!January 24th, 2012 Posted on January 24th, 2012, no responses.In this video, we’ll take a look at the Sale-a-bration promotion in detail. Let me know if you have any questions!
Stampin’ Up’s Sale-a-bration Promotion is HERE!January 24th, 2012 Posted on January 24th, 2012, no responses.Ladies, the time has come. Sale-a-bration is here! It is the most highly anticipated promotion of the year. Why? Well, free goodies, of course! For every $50 purchase you make (clearance rack items included!), you will get to choose a FREE Sale-a-Bration item! Place a $150 or more order and get 3 items PLUS the hostess benefits! **Always be sure my name is in the upper right hand corner of the screen when ordering. If it’s not, you may have defaulted to stampinup.com and are no longer ordering from me and you won’t get those hostess goodies. If this happens, just come back to www.catherinepooler.com and click on one of the Online Ordering Buttons. Your 2012 Sale-a-bration item choices include:
DOWNLOAD THE SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG NOW! VISIT MY ONLINE STORE TO PLACE YOUR SAB ORDER Thinking about becoming a Stampin’ Up demonstrator? Now is the best time to get your business started! During SAB, the starter kit is being discounted to a sick $125 (well, that’s what my 12 year old would say!). Can you believe it? Sign up during this promotion and you will also receive a FREE pack of Designer Series Paper (you pay shipping) or a Digital Download for every month you are active through December 2012! Sweet deal! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BECOMING A DEMONSTRATOR
One More Day til SAB….and another Sneak Peek!January 23rd, 2012 Posted on January 23rd, 2012, no responses.Just one more day til the most highly anticipated promotion of the year! Tomorrow starts Stampin’ Up’s annual Sale-a-bration promotion! Customers: get a free item for every $50 increment of your purchase! Choose between:
So be sure to check back tomorrow to download the catalog to see all the goodies for yourself! STAMPNATION MEMBERS! Our Sale-a-bration Celebration begins tomorrow and here is a sneak peek at one of the projects coming your way. Lots of fun and inspiration will be had this week as I introduce you to the SAB products! Not a member yet? What are you waiting for? Now is a terrific time to join us. All the details and registration here.
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