My Little Creative Nook

Enchantment..everyday

2012-02-15T07:00:00.008+10:00

Cute cute cute!

Just what I thought when I saw Becky Roberts' card HERE. I'd seen a very similar one on Pinterest (who's checked that out?!) and Becky got her inspiration from that one!

I just HAD to make one myself!

These papers used are the FREE Sale-a-bration DS Papers called 'Everyday Enchantment'....

pretty - some!!! :)

Place an order of $100 or more and you can create masterpieces with these papers too!

Thanks for stopping in!

Anna :)

Happy Valentine's Day!

2012-02-14T07:00:00.001+10:00

Happy Valentine's Day!

If you don't celebrate Valentine's Day as such, this card can be easily converted to a 'thinking of you' card for someone you love who needs a little love! :)

Anna :)

I CASEd this card from the clever Robin Merriman. See her original creation HERE

Thanks Robin! :)

Pockets Full of Lurv

2012-02-08T07:00:00.014+10:00

Thanks Darlene for the inspiration for these cards!

I've used the Scallop Envelope Die in Crumb Cake;

Confetti White cardstock stamped with 'En Francais' (& Woodgrain) in Soft Suede.

I've lightly sponged the edges with a sponge dauber, also in Soft Suede ink.

Baker's Twine makes an appearance, and HEAPS of hearts.

DS paper used is the 'Timeless Portrait' DS Paper

(2nd example uses retired DS Paper)

Which version do you like best? The red or the blue?

Thanks for looking!

Anna :)

Baker's Twine card

2012-02-06T07:00:00.022+10:00

Have you got your hands on the new Baker's Twine in the Stampin' Up! Summer Mini?

See page 19 for the 3 available colours. It's such a bargain at $4.95 for a whopping 23 metres!

As you can see, I've just wrapped the centre piece of Confetti White card in the White Baker's Twine.

The sentiment is from 'Teeny Tiny Sentiments' stamped in Soft Suede ink.

The punch is from the Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack in 4 of the 5 fresh In Colours;

and then there's the Pearls to top it off.

You like? Give it a try!

Anna :)

Join Stampin' Up! and Sale-a-brate some more!

2012-02-05T07:00:00.002+10:00

Until the end of March, the Starter Kit is at a terrific reduced price of $249!! PLUS you choose a stamp set of ANY value from the current catalogues!

There is no better time to start your own business than during Sale-a-bration.

Phone or email for an information pack or a sign-up pack! I'd love to have you join the team :)

Anna :)

Be a host and get more out of Sale-a-bration

2012-02-03T07:00:00.000+10:00

How can you make the most of Sale-a-bration?? Be a customer AND a hostess!

As a customer, every $100 you spend means a Sale-a-bration freebie....

As a hostess (workshop or catalogue party), sales over $600 mean another Sale-a-bration freebie plus the usual generous hostess benefits.

It's easy: Just phone or email to book your workshop or catalogue party :)

Anna :)

Heartfelt Thanks

2012-02-02T07:00:00.004+10:00

So the title's pretty corny, but I couldn't think of anything else witty to call these :)

Simple simple simple cards!

I love the simple!

I've used my new favourite cardstock Confetti White,

punched the Heart to Heart punch across the bottom 3 times,

and

backed the punchouts with DS Paper.

The first sample has scraps from the Brights Collection Paper Stacks (p130 IB&C)

and

the second sample has a strip of Berry Blossoms DS Paper.

Both have a little Rhinestone bling,

and both have the 'Many Thanks' Sizzlets Die cut out

(Big Shot had to star in it somehow! )

Which version do you like better?

Anna :)

More Sale-a-brating!

2012-02-01T07:00:00.000+10:00

Click on the sidebar link to see the Sale-a-bration brochure

Love is in the Air....

2012-01-30T07:00:00.002+10:00

Okay, so you weren't holding your breath waiting to see some more cards!

But...I surprise you!

The other night I had a wonderful creative session just MAKING!

It was very therapeutic and a lot of fun.

I've done a few 'Valentinesy-type-of-cards' which I'll share with you over the next few days or so.

This card was CASEd from Debra Currier's cute creation HERE.

I used the glittery Red Glimmer Paper from the Summer Mini instead to add lots of bling!

The 'Love' stamp is NEW!! And it can be yours for FREE! Yep, it's one of the choices in the Sale-a-bration brochure.

Now this little number I CASEd from Tina Gillespie (thanks Tina! :) )

Check out her website HERE.

I used the 'Love' sentiment stamp from the Pennant Parade stamp set.

And you'll find the Red and Silver Gimmer Paper on page 13 of the Summer Mini Catalogue.

Cute!

Thanks for dropping in!

(Leave a comment to let me know you've been! :) )

Until next time,

Keep creating!

Anna :)

Sale-a-bration!

2012-01-28T22:16:00.000+10:00

This is one of the most anticipated times of year for Stampin' Up!

Who doesn't like a freebie?!?

From now til end of March get your freebies going! How?

1. SPEND: Every $100 choose from gorgeous products in the Sale-a-bration brochure

(i.e. $200 = 2 products; $300 = 3 products ...no limit! )

2. HOST a workshop with sales over $600 and pick a Sale-a-bration freebie

3. JOIN before end of March and pay only $249 for your starter kit and pick a stamp set of any value as a cool extra!

So...

Ask me for a current Mini and Sale-a-bration brochure today.

Book your own Sale-a-bration workshop or Catalogue party.

consider....

do I want to get paid for having fun? Doing what I love doing?

(who doesn't want that??) :)

Just email or phone me....

Anna :)

Words to live by?

2012-01-22T07:00:00.029+10:00

I know New Years has come and gone...and probably some people's resolutions have come and gone already too! :)

I don't make 'resoutions' as such, I like to make goals though. Personal goals, business goals, family goals...

What about you? Do you set yourself goals?

I came across an old Swedish Proverb which is a little funny but also very apt....here it is...

Fear less, hope more;

eat less, chew more;

whine less breathe more;

talk less, say more;

love more,

and all good things will be yours.

May 2012 be full of good things for you and yours!

Anna :)

Snow Globes

2012-01-20T07:00:00.005+10:00

Okay! Here it is...probably our favourite craft of this holidays...the snow globes!!

Scene 1: Before the snow storm

Scene 2: Light fall of snow

Scene 3: Blizzard conditions :)

We used two types of Stampin' Up! glitter for the project - Dazzling Diamonds and the heavier Glass Glitter.

The kids loved this craft...here's how to do it:

1. Raid the Lego box for the figures (notice the little tree is even 'decorated').

2. Hot-glue the figures to the lid of a jam jar (a smaller bottle would work excellent too)

3. Fill the bottle with water (am told distilled water is best),

a dash of glycerin and as much glitter as you desire!!

Love it!

Anna :)

Kids crafts

2012-01-19T10:01:00.000+10:00

Since I have been very slack with my blog, I'll show you a few projects which I've done with the kidlets over the holidays

This little Marshmallow Snowman isn't my creation...I just wanted to pop him in the collection as well as this is a cool kids' craft!

He = 3 white marshmallows, 1 Choc-mint biscuit (or similar), icing, and 'stick' lollies like Fads for the arms. He's stuck together with a toothpick...

just remember to take it out before shoving the whole thing in your mouth!! :)

This little fella is made using Stampin' Up! punches and Black Journaler and Glue Dots. A 'fairly' quick project to make the little candy canes a bit more novel when put in school friends' Christmas cards.

The next two creations are large 12x12 cardboard frames (I cut out the centres) and covered with contact (sticky back book covering).

The kids then decorated them with heaps of punch outs I had stashed and had fun (and no mess!)

To finish off the project, I just covered the 'back' with another piece of contact so there was no stick surface left to stick to the window or wall or wherever the art work would be displayed.

Random arrangement by the toddler

More orderly arrangement by the 'going on 4 year old'

Pop in tomorrow to see the snow globes!!

Anna :)

Wisteria Booties

2012-01-10T15:10:00.001+10:00

Hello! How's your 2012 looking so far? Mine? I'm literally still catching up from 2011!! :)

Task: to make 10 baby cards
Accomplished: one! :)

(well, one down, 9 to go!)

Here's a card for a little newbie (well, not such a newbie as I've taken so long to make it!)...different to the usual pink for sweet little misses...Wisteria Wonder.

Also used the new Doily Punch, the Stocking Punch and matching stamp set and Ruffled Wisteria Wonder ribbon.

What do you think?

(I think I'll stick with this layout and make a few more while I have the supplies out!)

Anna :)

Summer Mini

2012-01-03T07:00:00.001+10:00

The fresh Summer Mini Catalogue is still available...if you would like a complimentary copy, just ask!

Click the link in the right column to see the online edition.

This catalogue is current from December 1st to March 31st 2012.

Anna :)

Last Days of the December Frenzy

2011-12-29T11:57:00.000+10:00

These specials are only current until midnight December 31st. There are already 2 items which have returned to normal price due to limited stock. See below.

News also in:

The Stocking Builder Punch will not be continued after the Summer Mini Catalogue.

This will be available only while stocks last also.

Click on the link on the side bar to download your own copy of the December Frenzy sale (with pictures of each item), or check out the list below:

STAMPS

Welcome Christmas (Clear-Mount Set) #120597 Was $39.95 NOW $19.98

Welcome Christmas (Wood-Mount Set) #121584 Was $49.95 NOW $24.98

I {Heart} Hearts (Wood-Mount Set) #117715 Was $42.95 NOW $25.77

Got Treats (Wood-Mount Set) #121528 Was $40.95 NOW $24.57

Something Sweet (Wood-Mount Set) #117699 Was $44.95 NOW $26.97

For Everything (Wood-Mount Set) #116686 Was $47.95 NOW $28.77

Cottage Garden (Wood-Mount Set) #119163 Was $32.95 NOW $16.48

Every Moment (Wood-Mount Set)#121508 BACK to normal price of $31.95

Awash with Flowers (Wood-Mount Set) #121480 Was $71.95 NOW $43.17

Friends Never Fade (Wood-Mount Set) #121522 Was $31.95 NOW $15.98

Friends Never Fade (Clear-Mount Set) #120618 Was $25.95 NOW $15.57

Ornate Blossom (Wood-Mount Set) #121600 BACK to normal price of $19.95

Clearly For You (Wood-Mount Set) #123551 Was $47.95 NOW $28.77

Chloe Stampin Around Builder Wheel #123848 Was $9.95 NOW $5.97

ENVELOPES

Padded Envelopes (3) #116911 Was $6.50 NOW $3.90

RIBBONS

Poppy Parade 1/2'' Stitched-Poly Ribbon #119263 Was $16.95 NOW $11.87

Blushing Bride 1/2'' Stitched-Poly Ribbon #119267 Was $16.95 NOW $11.87

BRADS

Regals Flower Brads #119731 Was $16.95 NOW $11.87

Neutrals Flower Brads #119730 Was $16.95 NOW $11.87

OTHER

Distressing Essentials #118762 Was $37.95 NOW $26.57

Craft Rubber Scissors #103179 Was $37.95 NOW $26.57

Circle Scissor Plus Glass Mat #112531 Was $37.95 NOW $26.57

Contact me to place an order,

Anna :)

Glimmer Stockings

2011-12-24T09:46:00.000+10:00

Hello there all!

Here's my last post before Christmas....had been kind of stalking our local Woolies for the green and red M&Ms for a while so when they finally got them in I got a big pack for this little project.

I had some of the new Red and Silver Glimmer paper (from the Summer Mini) which I hadn't cut into yet, so used for this purpose. It is VERY glimmery :)

Punches: Stocking builder Punch and largest Scallop circle punch

(Side Note: We've been told that the stocking builder punch will not be carried over after this Mini Catalogue...so you have only until current stocks last to purchase this)

I'm sure you are all organised for tomorrow!

Just a few pressies to wrap tonight and I think we have everything

under control - have gone for simple and unfussy this year.

I think that's helped to create a fairly peaceful atmosphere and less stress!

So for us, tomorrow's focus is on Jesus' birthday and celebrating this with our special peoples :)

Merry Christmas everyone!

Anna :)

Stop the Press!!

2011-12-15T13:16:00.000+10:00

Due to limited quantities, the following December Frenzy item will be returned to regular price tomorrow Friday, 16 December:

Every Moment Wood-Mount Set (#121508) was $31.95 NOW $19.17

So get in TODAY if this is on your wish list!

Anna :)

Half Way through December Frenzy

2011-12-15T07:00:00.000+10:00

Click on the link on the side bar to download your own copy of the December Frenzy sale (with pictures of each item), or check out the list below:

STAMPS

Welcome Christmas (Clear-Mount Set) #120597 Was $39.95 NOW $19.98

Welcome Christmas (Wood-Mount Set) #121584 Was $49.95 NOW $24.98

I {Heart} Hearts (Wood-Mount Set) #117715 Was $42.95 NOW $25.77

Got Treats (Wood-Mount Set) #121528 Was $40.95 NOW $24.57

Something Sweet (Wood-Mount Set) #117699 Was $44.95 NOW $26.97

For Everything (Wood-Mount Set) #116686 Was $47.95 NOW $28.77

Cottage Garden (Wood-Mount Set) #119163 Was $32.95 NOW $16.48

Every Moment (Wood-Mount Set)#121508 Was $31.95 NOW $19.17

Awash with Flowers (Wood-Mount Set) #121480 Was $71.95 NOW $43.17

Friends Never Fade (Wood-Mount Set) #121522 Was $31.95 NOW $15.98

Friends Never Fade (Clear-Mount Set) #120618 Was $25.95 NOW $15.57

Ornate Blossom (Wood-Mount Set) #121600 Was $19.95 NOW $11.97

Clearly For You (Wood-Mount Set) #123551 Was $47.95 NOW $28.77

Chloe Stampin Around Builder Wheel #123848 Was $9.95 NOW $5.97

ENVELOPES
Padded Envelopes (3) #116911 Was $6.50 NOW $3.90

RIBBONS
Poppy Parade 1/2'' Stitched-Poly Ribbon #119263 Was $16.95 NOW $11.87

Blushing Bride 1/2'' Stitched-Poly Ribbon #119267 Was $16.95 NOW $11.87

BRADS
Regals Flower Brads #119731 Was $16.95 NOW $11.87

Neutrals Flower Brads #119730 Was $16.95 NOW $11.87

OTHER
Distressing Essentials #118762 Was $37.95 NOW $26.57

Craft & Rubber Scissors #103179 Was $37.95 NOW $26.57

Circle Scissor Plus Glass Mat #112531 Was $37.95 NOW $26.57

Contact me to place an order,
Anna :)

Seam Binding Ribbon Share

2011-12-12T07:00:00.002+10:00

This month’s Ribbon Share is the Seam Binding Ribbon (p139)

1 m of each of 7 Seam Binding Ribbons (7m total) = $ 10.50

Let me know of your interest,by 15th December.

Thanks!
Anna :)

Tin-of-Tags

2011-12-08T11:46:00.000+10:00

Here we have a bundle of pics from the last class of 2011...the Tin-of-tags class.

Everyone got a thin square tin to decorate and fill with tags ready for all those Christmas gifts.

We used stamps, punches, the Big Shot, twine & thread, pearls, & crystal effects.

Do you have a favourite?

Anna :)

Summer Mini is here!

2011-12-01T10:47:00.002+10:00

The fresh new Summer Mini Catalogue is live today!

If you would like a complimentary copy, just ask!

Click the link in the right column to see the online edition.

This catalogue is current from December 1st to March 31st 2012.

Anna :)

December Frenzy of Savings!

2011-12-01T09:07:00.006+10:00

Christmas Dasher and Trees

2011-11-28T07:00:00.003+10:00

Here are the last 2 of the Christmas 'Stamp-a-stack' cards I have to show you.

The first uses the Pennant Parade stamp set and matching punch, as well as the Top Note die, the Heart-to-Heart Punch and the sentiment from 'Contempo Christmas'.

The second card uses the alacarte stamp 'Dasher' (only $14.95!) and the gorgeous Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding ribbon (this ribbon is so nice to use!)

What's your favourite Christmas colour combo?

Anna :)

Clean and Simple Christmas

2011-11-25T07:00:00.003+10:00

Here are several versions of the same layout, inspired by the talented Danielle Daws. She makes terrific cards, and this year I've referred to her Christmas creations for inspiration.

The basic version of this card was make in a Real Red version (with matching satin ribbon) and an Old Olive version (with matching satin ribbon). Again we played with the Big Shot, and only used one sentiment stamp (this was from 'Contempo Christmas').

How are you going with your Christmas cards? Are you making them just for the select few, or going 'all out' and making them for everyone on your mailing list?

Anna :)

Christmas Baubles

2011-11-23T07:00:00.000+10:00

It's about time I show some more Christmas cards, don't you think! :)

You'll see a handful over the next few days of cards we made at a recent 'Christmas Stamp-a-stack'.

We used the Big Shot for lots of textured embossing - I really like that machine! :)

Here's a 'blue' version and a 'cherry' version of the same card...which do you like better?

If you've stopped in, leave a comment even just to say hi! :) I've changed the comment settings so hopefully it's easier to leave them now...I've had feedback that it was so 'user friendly' before.

Anna :)

Buy your Stitched Stockings and Matching Punch now

2011-11-22T12:29:00.003+10:00

Did you miss out on purchasing the Stitched Stockings stamp set and matching punch last month when it was on limited release??

Well, we've been notified that you don't have to wait until December 1st when it returns in the Summer Mini catalogue....

YOU CAN PURCHASE THESE NOW!

Let me know if you want either of these to call your own, or to reserve your own complimentary copy of the Summer Mini.

Anna :)

Ballerina Punch Art

2011-11-21T07:00:00.002+10:00

Today's card was fun to make - this was for my niece who is a budding ballerina and had a birthday recently.

Sorry for the picture quality! (lack thereof! :) ) I didn't realise how fuzzy the photo was until I downloaded the camera...then, of course, the card had been long since posted off to it's intended....but I'm sure you can see enough to get the idea :)

Thanks for looking!
Anna :)

3 Punch Birds on a Branch

2011-11-18T07:00:00.002+10:00

Hi out there! Welcome to another Friday!

Today's card is one I made for a little girl turning 3 (if you hadn't already guessed! :) )

I've used the Woodgrain stamp for the detail of the treetrunk and branch, and cut the '3' out with the Big Shot & the Timeless Type Junior Alphabet.

I also used the following punches:

1 3/8" Circle Punch
1 3/4" Scallop Circle Punch
5 Petal Flower Punch
Bird Builder Punch (green leaves)

Thanks for popping by!
Anna :)

Big Shot Sale for November

2011-11-16T07:00:00.001+10:00

During November, get 10% off select Big Shot Dies.

Use these exclusive dies to create fabulous shapes, embossing & more!

Click on the side panel to access the complete list.
..................................................................

Don't have a Big Shot? Get 10% off our exclusive Big Shot Bundle!

BUNDLE =

Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine +
Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslits Die +
Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

All for just $168.16
..................................................................

Phone or email if you want more details or would like to place an order.

Anna :)

Punch Dinosaur Roar!

2011-11-14T07:00:00.004+10:00

Here's a card I made for my 6 year old nephew for a different sort of card. Can't go too wrong with boys and dinosaurs! :)

The stamp is retired, but all the punches used are found in the current IB&C.

Used:
5 Petal Flower punch (spikes)
Large Oval Punch (head & tail)
Wide Oval Punch (body)
Scallop Square Punch (toenails)
Square Punch (legs)
2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch (sun)
1 3/4" circle punch (sun)
Owl Punch (eye)
Square Lattice Embossing Folder (grass)
Scissors (grass was cut freehand :) )

I also used 3 of the new In Colours - Pool Party, Island Indigo & Lucky Limeade.

Still have a couple more punch art cards to post up, so stay tuned! :)

Anna :)

Punch Buggy

2011-11-11T07:00:00.001+10:00

Hmmm..today is 11/11/11! Is this a significant date for you? It's Remembrance Day here in Australia when we pause to remember the fallen diggers who died in battle for our nation's freedom. Lest we forget.

Totally off the subject : I've had a chance to make a few cards lately, and most of them have been punch art. Punch art make fun cards and scrapbook pages....

Here's a Car punch art made up of oval, circle & the designer label punches. The DS Paper is retired, so too the rubons (found in my stash! ) and the jumbo silver brads are current.

Come back on Monday for some more punch art :)

Thanks for stopping by!
Have a great weekend whatever the plans :)

Anna

Petite Pockets

2011-11-09T07:00:00.003+10:00

More in colours! Don't they look good all lined up in a row?! (you may have gathered that I LIKE the in colours!! :) )

New to the 2011-2012 IB&C is the 'Petite Pocket' Die and the 'Stripes' Embossing Folder & also the 'Houndstooth' Embossing folder. I've combined all three in these project (with all the groovy In colours!) to make some cute little notecard holders.

Inspiration for this came from Rosemary D (unable to link to her blog as can't read the watermark on her pic clearly)...she did a very similar project and I added it to my 'To Do' list :)

I used the stamp sets 'Everyday Wishes' and 'It's Your Day' in Basic Black. And the stamp set 'Button Buddies' with coordinating Scallop Circle Punch.

And aren't the Designer Printed Brads just pretty too? Love the whole matching 'thing' that Stampin' Up! does for us - makes coordinating products so easy!

Thanks for stopping in!
Anna :)

Triple Layer Doily Punch

2011-11-06T12:35:00.003+10:00

Everyone loves a freebie! Recently I was excited to receive the Triple Layer Doily Punch as part of a Stampin' Up! promotion - this was the first time I put it to good use!

What do you think of the new 'In Colours'? Aren't they fabulous?!

I really really like them - they work so well as a group and combined with other colours.

Here I've used:

Cardstock: Whisper White, Pool Party, Wisteria Wonder, Lucky Limeade & Calypso Coral (cool names too! :) )
Punches: Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border punch, Doily Triple Layer
Other: Jumbo Brads
Stamp: Everyday Wishes
Ink: Calypso Coral

What do you think?
Anna :)

November's Big Shot Sale

2011-11-01T09:05:00.005+10:00

Punch Art Alien

2011-10-28T07:00:00.000+10:00

Here's a fun punch art card I made for a little person turning the big '4'!

Not too many punches were needed for this - the Wide Oval,the Large Oval (for the mouth), assorted circle punches, and the 2 star punches (both now retired...sniff sniff :/)

The '4' was cut out using the Big Shot and the smaller alphabet die set currently available.

I have so many ideas for Punch Art characters...even a resource/reference book made up...I just need to USE them more often!

Thanks for dropping in!
Anna :)

The 'Fat Man's' Suit

2011-10-26T07:00:00.004+10:00

Even though we don't acknowledge 'the fat man' as part of our Christmas celebrations, I thought I'd share with you a card I made by request for a Catalogue Party Project a little while back.

I also realise now I've shared my poor photography skills...you'd think I could centre the card! :)

Book yourself a catalogue party with me and you too can have a pack of make-n-take projects to share, and the chance to qualify for FREE Stampin' Up! goodies!

Anna :)

Window Ornaments

2011-10-24T07:40:00.000+10:00

And...yet another Christmas card :)

Here I've used the Delightful Decorations stamp set, plus the matching ornament punch.

Throw in the Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, the scallop trim border punch and you have a fairly quick card.

I've used Linen Thread and Rhinestones, and the colours used are:

Tempting Turquoise
Rich Razzleberry (yay!)
Old Olive

Just realised it's only a couple of months til Christmas...and I've done the big 3 cards for my stash...better get a wriggle on! :)

Anna :)

The Door

2011-10-21T07:00:00.001+10:00

Here's another Christmas card example for you...quite simple...

After I punched out the centre of the scallop circle with another circle punch, I ran the 'wreath' through the big shot using the 'petals-a-plenty' embossing folder.

Add a bit of bling and ribbon, and...done!

Anna :)

p.s. to make the wreath: it's actually easier to punch the CIRCLE from the cardstock FIRST, then to punch the scallop circle punch SECOND, lining up the circle in the centre.

Stockings over the Hearth

2011-10-19T08:51:00.002+10:00

Ok, I am officially slack, slack, slack! An embarassing amount of time has passed since I posted a project! Sorry!

Here's a project with the Stitched Stockings Stamp set and matching punch.

If you want these products FREE - simply host a workshop or catalogue party with over $450 in sales OR purchase for yourself this month only.

(these will be back in the December Summer Mini catalogue, but not this great offer)

Thanks for dropping in!
Anna :)

Stitched Stockings offer for October only

2011-10-17T07:00:00.001+10:00

This month we've been treated to a 'pre-release' of 2 Summer Mini products which should normally be available only on December 1st!

Jump at the chance to purchase the Stitched Stockings stamp set and the matching Stocking Tag Punch this month only.

OR!

Host a $450 workshop or catalogue party and get both for FREE!!

Contact me to book or for more information
Anna :)

Prices:

#125798 Stitched Stocking Wood-Mount Set = $53.95

#123784 Stitched Stocking Clear-Mount Set = $42.95

#124095 Stocking Tag Punch = $33.95

Ribbon & Brad Share for October

2011-10-15T07:00:00.000+10:00

This month sees the first Ribbon Share from the new Catalogue.

It'll be the 5 Fresh In Colour Ruffled Ribbon (p138) PLUS the matching Designer Printed Brads (p143)

OPTION 1:
¼ share of Brads & ¼ Share Ribbons = $28.90
This = 10 brads (2 of each colour) + approx 2.2m of each of the 5 In-colour Ribbons (over 11m total)

OPTION 2:
1 m of each of 5 In-Colour Ribbons (5m total) = $ 10.50

Let me know of your interest in either option, with payment, by 20th October. Thanks!

Ribbon & Brad Share

2011-10-03T07:00:00.000+10:00

October Freebies!

2011-10-01T07:00:00.001+10:00

This month we've been treated to a 'pre-release' of 2 Summer Mini products which should normally be available only on December 1st!

Jump at the chance to purchase the Stitched Stockings stamp set and the matching Stocking Tag Punch this month only.

OR!

Host a $450 workshop or catalogue party and get both for FREE!!

Contact me to book or for more information

Anna :)

Prices:

#125798 Stitched Stocking Wood-Mount Set = $53.95

#123784 Stitched Stocking Clear-Mount Set = $42.95

#124095 Stocking Tag Punch = $33.95

Last week for great 'Mini Kit' offer!

2011-09-24T07:00:00.000+10:00

Join Stampin' Up! as a Demonstrator in September with a special 'Mini Kit' costing just $169!! (valued over $310)

OR

Purchase the standard kit costing regular $269 (Valued over $610) for 20% off.

No better time to start!! Don't put it off with such a great offer....

Phone or email me for more information or a Starter Kit information pack.

Anna :)

Girls' Day Out projects

2011-09-22T07:00:00.000+10:00

Flower Folds Magnet

Chocolate/Coffee Sachet Folder

Top Note Notebook

Card

Better late than never! Here are some pics of the projects we made at the (now annual) Girls' Day Out in late July.

Everyone who attended made one of each of these and got to play with the Big Shot, stamping and scrunching flowers.

The card was inspired by

Christine Blain's

creation on her blog, and the coffee sachet was inspired by Bronwyn Eastley's work on her blog.

Lots of fun! As you can see we used the same colour scheme for all the projects, and also for the decorations and invitations for the day.

Thanks for stopping in!
Anna :)

Only a few retired stamp sets left...

2011-09-20T13:12:00.002+10:00

Below are the handful of retired Stamp sets that I have left available from the previous post.

Prices are local pickup only. Postage will be extra.

Phone or email me if you are interested in any of these items.

BEST BARCODES $15 - SOLD

TART & TANGY $12 - SOLD

DEFINING ALPHABET $40 - SOLD

GOOD NEIGHBOUR $15 - SOLD

Retired Stamps in Search of a Good Home

2011-09-17T11:10:00.017+10:00

Below are a list of all the retired Stamps and 'extras' which are in search of a good home.

Prices are local pickup only. Postage will be extra.

First in! Phone or email me if you are interested in any of these items.

BIRTHDAY WHIMSY $15 - SOLD

BEST BARCODES $15

SILHOUETTE SENTIMENTS $15 - SOLD

HAPPY MOMENTS $15 - SOLD

SWEET SUMMER $15 - SOLD

BIRTHDAY BAKERY $15 - SOLD

FOR YOU FLOWER $8 - SOLD

TART & TANGY $12

FOREST FRIENDS $15 - SOLD

A GOOD EGG $15 - SOLD

PUN FUN $25 - SOLD

FAST & FUN NOTES $25 - SOLD

DEFINING ALPHABET $40

BASIC PHRASES $25 - SOLD

PETAL PIZZAZZ $30 - SOLD

GOOD NEIGHBOUR $15

EASTERN BLOOMS $10 - SOLD

ECHOES OF KINDNESS $15 - SOLD

BIG BOLD CUPCAKES SIZZLITS DIE BUNDLE $20 - SOLD

PHOTO CORNERS PUNCH $15 - SOLD

SPOT ON JUMBO WHEEL $12 (new) - SOLD

RETRO REMIX WHEEL $8 - SOLD

Just Add Cake Pouch

2011-09-16T15:01:00.003+10:00

Here's a little pouch I made recently with the new 'Just Add Cake' DS Paper, and the new Petite Pennants Punch.

This was stuffed full of goodies for one of my hostesses before I sealed up the end.

Cute!

Keep an eye out for my 'Clearing out the Retired Stamps' Sale post soon!
Thanks for stopping in!

Anna :)

Don't put it off! Just $169 to start your own business!

2011-09-15T07:00:00.000+10:00

More Button Buddies

2011-09-08T07:00:00.000+10:00

Here's a couple more tags using the Vase stamp from the 'Button Buddies' stamp set...one of many new favourites from the new catalogue!

If you haven't yet got a brand new 2011/2012 Idea Book & Catalogue in your hot-little-hands, phone or drop me a line. One can be yours for $10 local pickup or $15 posted anywhere in Australia.

Anna :)

Creative Elements

2011-09-06T07:00:00.000+10:00

I recently made quite a pile of these to include with the new 2011/2012 Idea Book & Catalogue. This is pretty much a direct CASE of a card we made at Convention this year.

It showcases a new stamp set: 'Creative Elements' and two of our new In Colours: Lucky Limeade & Island Indigo.

I've used Soft Suede ink and cardstock also, on a base card of Whisper White.

And the trusty ol' crimper also saw the light of day. It was much more loved before Mr Big Shot appeared on the scene, so it was fun to have a play.

If you haven't already got your own copy of the 2011/2012 Idea Book & Catalogue, drop me a line, and it can be yours for $15 delivered direct to your door anywhere in Australia.

Anna :)
Til next time

Button Buddies

2011-09-04T07:00:00.004+10:00

Here's some samples of the super cute stamp set from the new catalogue called 'Button Buddies'.

These are cute with or without the added buttons!

To place an order from the new catalogue or to join up and get the great new STARTER KIT (more value for your $$!!) just phone or email...

Anna :)

JOIN for just $169!!

2011-09-02T07:00:00.000+10:00

More hello's!

2011-09-01T13:00:00.000+10:00

So much to share about the new catalogue!!

5 Groovy New Colours:Lucky Limeade, Pool Party, Wisteria Wonder, Island Indigo, Calypso Coral

Fabric!!!
Those quilters and sewers amongst us are cheering loudly! :) These also have matching DS Papers and stamp set. Cool huh!
Come in packs of 3 coordinating patterned blocks.

Clear Block Storage

Big Shot Die Storage!

Also new punches (triple layer no less!), new PRICE for the Big Shot!!! only $149.95 (reduced from $179.95!)

Get your hands on a catalogue for yourself...just phone or email :)

Be back with some actual SAMPLES! :)
Anna :)

HELLO New Catalogue!!!

2011-09-01T07:00:00.000+10:00

TODAY IS THE DAY! Big excitement! Just released and online for your viewing and available to have in your own hot little hands...the 2011/2012 Idea Book & Catalogue.

Download via the link to the right, or contact me for your own copy!

Anna :)

Final Goodbyes!

2011-08-31T07:00:00.002+10:00

Last day of the 2010/2011 Catalogue, last day of the 'Retiring List' availability...here's some lovely swaps I received from my 'sideline' team last week

Created by Gail C

Created by Terri D

Created by Gail V

Created by Mandy

If you are wanting anything 'last minute' from the catalogue, be sure to email or phone me today,
Anna :)

Goodbye : Christ is Born stamp set

2011-08-30T07:00:00.002+10:00

This is the end of the line for all our retiring stamp sets (and my samples :))

'Christ is Born' is a lovely Christmas set which I won't be parting with anytime soon.

Tomorrow night is the last chance for your 'Retiring List' items...last chance.

Change is a'comin' on the 1st! Keep posted :)

Anna :)

Goodbye: Tart & Tangy & Kimino Kids

2011-08-28T07:00:00.001+10:00

(Convention swap by Dorothy B)

Last days!!

More samples for you of a couple more sets going for good in a couple of days...
Tart & Tangy, and Kimino Kids.

Last chance to get those items off your wish list from the retiring list...call or email me! :)

Anna :)

Goodbye: Big Bold Cupcakes & Merry Details

2011-08-26T07:00:00.000+10:00

(by Sarah)

These are 2 of a handful of Big Shot accessories retiring...the Big Bold Cupcakes Die set (set of 4) and the Merry Details sizzlits die...both cute!

Of course, there will be heaps more to tempt us in the new catalogue, but if you want these, they are going for good really soon!!

Anna :)

40% off these items!

2011-08-25T10:34:00.002+10:00

You may have noticed a heap of items on the Retiring List which have been drastically discounted...here are the 40% off items that are still available for you to snaffle up :)

STAMPS:
# Gifted stamp set (wood) $29.97
# Gifted stamp set (clear) $23.97
# On a Pedestal stamp set (wood) $20.97
# Hello, You stamp (wood) $11.97
# Daisy Dash Jumbo wheel $9.57

PAPER & KITS:
# Jolly Holiday DS Paper $10.17
# Good Times Scrappin Kit $22.17
# Something Special Simply Sent Kit $15.50

OTHER:
# Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware $34.77

Just one week left!
Anna :)

Goodbye: Forest Friends & Cheep Talk

2011-08-24T07:00:00.001+10:00

(by Alisa Tilsner )

Two more cute sets to go...Forest Friends & Cheep Talk

Only 7 days left until all of the items on the Retiring List are no longer available, then we say 'Hello!' to the new catalogue!

Anna :)

Goodbye: Hello Again & Simply Said

2011-08-22T07:00:00.003+10:00

More sets leaving us...Hello Again (and it's matching Retro Mix wheel) & Simply Said....

Anna :)

So Long, Farewell....Goodbye!

2011-08-20T07:00:00.001+10:00

It's almost the end of August, and it's your last chance to purchase from the 'Last Chance List'.

This includes ALL the stamps, products and accessories which will NOT be carried over into the new 2011/2012 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalogue come September 1st.

Remember, it's 'while stocks last', so get in quick as there are already items which are sold out.

Click on the list in the right hand column or the link HERE to the Customer Homepage for the updated list.

If you love some of these products and don't have your own Stampin' Up! demonstrator, phone or email me :)

Anna

More items SOLD OUT....

2011-08-18T09:18:00.003+10:00

Here's an updated list for you of the SOLD OUT items from the Retiring List:

Stamps:
# Sanded (p87)
# Cheers to you (p36)
# Friends 24-7 (p82)
# Full Calendar (p104)
# Garden Whimsy (p78)
# Choo Choo (p62)
# Afterthoughts (hostess - woodmount)

Cardstock
# Marina Mist 12x12
# Rich Razzleberry 12x12
# Night of Navy 12x12
# Early Espresso 12x12
# Chocolate Chip 12x12
# Bashful Blue 12x12
# Crumb Cake 12x12
# Very Vanilla 12x12
# Brushed Metallic A4

Punches:
# Spiral
# Photo Corners
# Star
# 1 3/8"x 5/8" Oval
# Designer Label

Other:
# Metallic Eyelets
# Antique Brass Jumbo Eyelets
# Pewter Jumbo Eyelets

Less than 2 weeks to go, and items are going fast....pop your orders in quickly to avoid missing out!
Anna :)

Goodbye: Pun Fun & Fast & Fun Notes

2011-08-18T07:00:00.003+10:00

by Alisa Tilsner

By Sharyn R (Convention Swap)

Here are samples of two more stamp sets which are retiring this month: Pun Fun & Fast & Fun notes.

Both great for watercolouring and for many occasions.

Get in quick!
Anna :)

Goodbye: Eastern Blooms & Petal Pizzazz

2011-08-16T07:00:00.000+10:00

(Geisha Doll card by Catherine H)

Here's a few past samples of another 2 retiring stamp sets...Petal Pizzazz & Eastern Blooms.

This month's flying, and the items on the Retiring List are disappearing just as quickly!

Click on the link in the right hand column for an updated list.

Anna :)

Goodbye: For You Flower

2011-08-14T07:00:00.001+10:00

(Swap by Lynne T)

Here's another cute stamp which is retiring this month, the alacarte single stamp 'For You Flower'.

You may have seen a couple of these samples before, but I wanted to showcase this stamp again.

Anna :)

Going going...already gone

2011-08-12T13:19:00.002+10:00

Here's an updated list for you of the SOLD OUT items from the Retiring List:

Stamps:
# Sanded (p87)
# Full Calendar (p104)
# Garden Whimsy (p78)
# Choo Choo (p62)

Cardstock
# Marina Mist 12x12
# Night of Navy 12x12
# Early Espresso 12x12
# Chocolate Chip 12x12
# Bashful Blue 12x12

Punches:
# Spiral
# Photo Corners
# Star
# 1 3/8"x 5/8" Oval

Other:
# Metallic Eyelets
# Antique Brass Jumbo Eyelets
# Pewter Jumbo Eyelets

Some items are going fast....pop your orders in quickly to avoid missing out!
Anna :)

Reflection on Retiring Stamps: Choo Choo

2011-08-12T07:00:00.000+10:00

I thought I'd take time over the next couple/few weeks to show some of the great stamp sets that are retiring from the current catalogue.

Today's is the Choo Choo stamp set and matching wheel....it's not yet sold out, so if it's on your wishlist, get in before it's gone for good :)

Be sure to check back for more samples,
Anna :)

Join Stampin' Up! in 3 easy steps

2011-08-10T07:00:00.000+10:00

Joining Stampin' Up! as a Demonstrator is now easier!

There is now NO requirement to hold an ABN to sign up!

This is terrific news.

So if you are wanting to join as a hobby demonstrator for 20% off all purchases PLUS heaps of other perks, or if you are wanting to make it a career move, call or email me.

Step 1: Phone or email me :)

Step 2: Choose your custom Starter Kit and sign the Demonstrator Agreement

Step 3: Post forms, receive confirmation email and await postie with big box!

Anna :)

Rolled Ribbon Rosette

2011-08-08T07:00:00.001+10:00

Back again! With another sample project from our big 'Girls' Day Out' (this is an annual all-day craft event hosted by myself and girls in my team...lots of fun!)

This was a project example of a rolled ribbon flower/rosette using the Rich Razzleberry Satin Ribbon.

I showed another couple of ribbon ideas but haven't yet taken pics nor uploaded them...

Don't forget to keep checking the LAST CHANCE LIST as it'll be updated regularly when products are sold out.

Til next time,
Anna :)

Sold Out Already!!

2011-08-07T07:00:00.000+10:00
Here is a list of products that are gone for good now from the Stampin' Up! Retiring List:

# Antique Brass Jumbo Eyelets
# Metallic Eyelets
# Pewter Jumbo Eyelets
# Photo Corners Punch
# Spiral Punch
# Star Punch

Get in quick if you have a list of favourites...before they are gone for good too!

Anna :)

Bling and Adhesive Sheets

2011-08-06T07:00:00.000+10:00

Here's a couple of project examples for you using the 12x12 Sizzix Adhesive Sheets from the recently retired Autumn/Winter Mini Catalogue.

The first is using the Adhesive Sheets with bling (Dazzling Diamonds glitter).

The second is using the sheets to attach the same bling (DD Glitter) to a brad, and creating Die Cut stickers (Big Shot & Tasteful trims Die) for embellishing cards.

If you want a bit more information on how to do this, just ask :)

Have a great weekend!
Anna :)

More Owl Punch Ideas

2011-08-04T07:00:00.000+10:00

Here's some more ideas for you for using the Owl Punch as promised.
When I showed some of these ideas, each one involved chopping the poor little owl's feet off! I hope no one was truly distressed by this :)

More projects to come...

Hope you are having a good week and finding a little bit of 'creative space' amongst your every day happenings :)

Anna :)

Owl Punch Tulips and Penguins

2011-08-03T07:00:00.000+10:00

If you attended the Girls' Day Out over the weekend, you would have seen a number of ways to use the Owl Punch.

I can't take credit for any of the ideas, but thought these too cute not to show you...come back tomorrow and I'll show you come more :)

Anna :)

So long, Farewell

2011-08-01T07:00:00.001+10:00

1st August!

Today the 'Last Chance List' has been released.

This includes ALL the stamps, products and accessories which will NOT be carried over into the new 2011/2012 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalogue come September 1st.

So you have a month to stock up on your favourites...some at a discount!

Remember, it's 'while stocks last', so get in quick as there won't be back ordering.

Click on the list in the right hand column or the link HERE to the Customer Homepage for the updated list.

If you love some of these products and don't have your own Stampin' Up! demonstrator, phone or email me :)

Anna

Big Shot Boxes

2011-07-30T07:00:00.004+10:00

Here are a couple of versions of a box (Box #2 Die) with handle I made with a class recently.

We used the Big Shot for the Box (Box #2 Die), the decorative trim (Tasteful Trim Die - Mini Catalogue) and the butterflies (Beautiful Wings Embosslits).

The girls also used rollers, stamps, punches, 'bling', and brads to finish off their creations.

Lots of cute little boxes! :)

To think that we used to print and cut out these boxes by hand - I love the Big Shot!! It makes creating these things a breeze.

#################################################
TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY OF THE AUTUMN/WINTER MINI CATALOGUE...
PLEASE HAVE YOUR ORDERS IN BY TOMORROW SO YOU DON'T MISS OUT!
##################################################

Anna :)

Paper Pinwheels

2011-07-28T07:00:00.004+10:00

Pinwheels seem to be a trend at the moment. I was inspired by Nicole Derendorf's pinwheels HERE for a recent class project.

These 2 examples are made from Stampin' Up!'s Pear Pizzaz DS Paper.

Check out Carla's Scraps for the tutorial to make the Decorative Lable Punch Frame.

Check out her whole website for heaps of tutorials, punch ideas and creative-ness :)

Be inspired!
Anna :)

Hello Punch Art Penguin

2011-07-26T07:00:00.000+10:00

A heart full of 'Hello!' to you! :)

I don't know why, but I laugh every time I look at this card. This little fella is so cute!

He's not my original idea and has been on my 'to do' list for a while.

Used:
Cardstock: Tempting Turquoise, Basic Black, Whisper White, Real Red, Peach Parfait
Ink: Basic Black
Punches: Large Oval Punch, Boho Blossoms Punch, Full Heart Punch, 1/2" & 3/4" Circles, Cropadile
Other: Topnote Die & Bigshot

Happy creating!
Thanks for stopping by :)

Anna :)

Ribbon Shares to a good home :)

2011-07-25T07:00:00.001+10:00

I still have shares available in the Wide Striped Grosgrain Ribbon.

Shown above is the Early Espresso & Certainly Celery rolls. (see page 137 of the Idea Book & Catalogue for all colours)

In this share, for $25*, you will receive 1m of the 11 colours available...so a whopper 11 metres of soft wide ribbon.

Email or phone if you'd like a share.

(*postage extra)

Thanks!
Anna :)

Last Days of Mini & the 'Ribbon & Button Bundle

2011-07-24T07:00:00.001+10:00

There is only one week left (7 days!) until the Autumn/Winter mini finishes, and so too the 'Ribbon & Button Bundle' offer.

Just place an order of $100 or more, and you'll receive this great little bundle of goodies:

White Grosgrain ribbon with repeating flower design (13.7m roll)

AND

48 Flower Buttons (16 of each Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo & Pacific Point)

Place an order and get some freebies! Phone or email me now :)

Anna :)

Little Gift Cards

2011-07-21T07:00:00.000+10:00

Here's a few of the pile of 'Thank You' gift cards I made for July. Hmmm I think I like Rich Razzleberry...alot!! :)

These fit in Stampin' Up!'s cute Mini Square Envelopes (pk of 40)

These butterflies were cut from the Beautiful Wings Embosslits using the Big Shot, and the sentiment is from the 'Elements of Style' stamp set, stamped in Early Espresso ink.

Add a little Basic Pearl and it's done.

(These pearls are terrific value - $9.95 for a sheet of 150 of 3 different sizes)

What's on your creative 'to do' list this week? Creations for others? Some scheduled 'Just-because-I-NEED-to-make-something' time ?! :)

Happy creating!
Anna :)

What?! Scrapbooking?!???

2011-07-19T07:00:00.000+10:00

Yes, surprisingly I do occasionally do a bit of scrapbooking! I've always predominately been a card-maker, but have started a scrap album for now 2 of our children. Way way behind of course, but better late than never!

I had someone once tell me 'Scrap your most recent photos first'

It makes sense! You'll forever feel like you're on 'catch up' if you don't. Smart cookie!

Anyway, enough of my blather...
Here's a double 12x12 layout I made for a recent scrap class. The theme was 'Birthday'.

So I chose the 'Celebration' Designer Series Papers, coordinating coloured cardstock, and used punches and the Big Shot for all the accessories. No stamping at all on this layout!

Colours: Real Red, Pacific Point, Basic Black, Whisper White, Pear Pizzazz
Punches: Wide Oval, Heart to Heart, both Square punches
Big Shot: Tasteful Trim Die, Timeless Type Junior Alphabet

What are your best Scrapping tips?

Anna :)

Giveaway time!!

2011-07-16T14:43:00.005+10:00

Is it time for you to start doing something you love, and get paid for it?? Or to just get what you love for a great discount?!

Well, perhaps you've thought about becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, but have been putting it off....

NOW is the best time!

Be the next creative bug to join my team and not only will you come away with a sweet deal on our Starter Kit, but I am giving away this fabulous Stampin' Up! tote, exclusive only to 2011 Convention attendees....they cannot be purchased!

So this could be yours! And there is only one!

Let your fingers do the walking and either phone or email me ASAP if you want to look trendy with this on your shoulder :)

(You don't have to be local...you can be anywhere in Australia thanks to modern technology! :) )

Is it your time??....

Anna :)

Spend $100 and get some Freebies

2011-07-15T07:00:00.000+10:00

All through July, if you place an order of $100 or more, you'll receive this great little bundle of goodies:

White Grosgrain ribbon with repeating flower design (13.7m roll)
AND
48 Flower Buttons (16 of each Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo & Pacific Point)

Place an order and get some freebies! Phone or email me now :)

Anna :)

Striped Ribbon Share

2011-07-14T12:58:00.003+10:00

This month's Ribbon Share is the Wide Striped Grosgrain Ribbon.

Shown above is the Early Espresso & Certainly Celery rolls. (see page 137 of the Idea Book & Catalogue for all colours)

In this share, for $25*, you will receive 1m of the 11 colours available...so a whopper 11 metres of soft wide ribbon.

Email or phone if you'd like a share.

(*postage extra)

Thanks!
Anna :)

Sanded Embossing Technique

2011-07-13T07:00:00.001+10:00

Here's a quick easy technique to try with your Big Shot and Embossing Folders.

It's called the 'Sanded Embossing' Technique

I've used some current Designer Series paper, run it through the Big Shot with several different Embossing Folders, then lightly sanded across the raised areas with the Sanding Block.

Looks really effective on the bold colours!

(Embossing Folders used: Manhattan Flower, Elegant Lines, Petals-a-Plenty)

Give it a go!

Thanks for stopping in :)
Anna :)

Emboss Resist Cards

2011-07-11T07:00:00.003+10:00

Have you tried the Emboss Resist technique? It's pretty fun!

Here I've used some Greenhouse Gala Designer Series paper as a backdrop.

1. Ink your stamp with Versamark. The 'Medallion' stamp used here.

2. Stamp onto DS Paper

3. Sprinkle on Clear Embossing Powder

4. Shake off excess

5. Using the Heat Tool, 'melt' the embossing powder.

6. Take sponge or sponge dauber, and darker ink (Early Espresso here), and sponge around and over the embossed image. It'll start to 'pop' out.

7. Add more colour for definition.

8. Use this panel for your project and 'dizzy' it up as desired.

Give it a go yourself! Have fun!
Anna :)

Male Shirt Cards

2011-07-07T22:20:00.003+10:00

Father's Day is now less than 2 months away for we Aussies, but male cards are always in demand so I've made a couple at recent workshops.

This is a simple origami fold shirt, one with 'buttons' and the other with a tie (however classy your man may be :) ).

I've added a bit of texture with the Square Lattice embossing folder and roughed up the edges.

The sentiment is from 'Teeny Tiny Sentiments', and punches used are the Word Window punch & the Modern Label punch which work so well together.

If you want instructions for the shirt fold, just email me.

Til next time,
Anna :)

JULY Gift With Purchase Promotion

2011-07-01T08:51:00.002+10:00

All through July, if you place an order of $100 or more, you'll receive this great little bundle of goodies:

White Grosgrain ribbon with repeating flower design (13.7m roll)
AND
48 Flower Buttons (16 of each Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo & Pacific Point)

Place an order and get some freebies! Phone or email me now :)

Anna :)

Join Stampin' Up! for great benefits

2011-06-29T07:00:00.000+10:00

Joining Stampin' Up! as a Demonstrator is now easier!

There is now NO requirement to hold an ABN to sign up!

This is terrific news.

So if you are wanting to join as a hobby demonstrator for 20% off all purchases PLUS heaps of other perks, or if you are wanting to make it a career move, call or email me.

There's no longer any excuse to put it off :)

Anna :)

Ivory Wedding Card

2011-06-28T21:05:00.003+10:00

Hello there!
Things may be a bit sporadic the next couple of weeks on the blog circuit as we are on school holidays in this neck of the woods at the moment. :)

Here's a wedding card I made for one special gal and her to-be-husband who married over the weekend. This girl sang at our own wedding quite some time back, so it was a special card to be making!

It is actually all Very Vanilla in colour, but the photo has come out quite 'white' with a darker ribbon. But it truly is all Vanilla! :)

I've used the 'Elegant Lines' embossing folder through the Big Shot, added a few basic Pearls, a sentiment from Teeny Tiny Sentiments, and my 'cheat' Satin bow :)

More later!
Anna :)

A stack of cards

2011-06-24T07:00:00.001+10:00

The last class I held we created 6 'All Occasion' Cards, meaning you can use them for almost any occasion!

The girls made 2 of each of the above...it's always terrific to see creative expression at work.

They all get the same materials and tools, but each has their own unique creations at the end of the afternoon.

We used the spritzer lots, the paper piercing tool, the Big Shot, punches, stamps and accessories.

Which is your favourite?

Anna :)

Nature Walk Birthday Card

2011-06-22T07:00:00.000+10:00

This gorgeous card was given to me by the gorgeous Alisa for my birthday.
Isn't it terrific?!?!!!
Thanks Alisa :)

Just wanted to share!
Thanks for dropping by,
Anna :)

Extra Hostess $$$$ - only until the end of June

2011-06-20T07:00:00.000+10:00

Between now and end of June, if you place an order totalling $450 (everything inclusive) you will receive a Level 1 Hostess set plus $110 to spend.

(Normally it is $40 to spend...Stampin' Up! is giving away an extra $70!)

Get in quick!

Ring or email to book a workshop, hold a catalogue party or just place an order.

Think of the box full of goodies you would get for free with this offer!

Anna :)

Children's Card Collection

2011-06-17T07:00:00.000+10:00
Last week I showed one of our team challenges...here's another for you!

The challenge was 'Children's Birthday Cards'...see below for the girls' terrific works of art!

Created by Sarah

Created by Pam

Created by Amanda (Butterfly Easel Card)

Created by Amanda (a 'hanging' keepsake!)

Created by me

You cannot have too many children's cards...there seems to always be some little person having a birthday! :)

Thanks for stopping by!
Anna :)

Ribbon Shares Available

2011-06-15T07:00:00.002+10:00

I have some ribbon shares available to go to good homes :)

This month's share are the Wide Grosgrain Ribbons from page 137 of the Stampin' Up! Catalogue.

For just $15 (plus postage to anywhere in Australia), you could be the proud owner of 13m of 13 gorgeous colours in the Grosgrain range.

1m of each colour = heaps of projects!

Phone or email me if you'd like a share,
Anna :)

The 'Lock'

2011-06-13T07:00:00.000+10:00

What do you get for the person who has everything?
A guard dog or a strong padlock!?? :)

Nooooo...you get them a Stampin' Up! Gift Certificate!

If you have a special person to give to, but unsure of the 'what'...I can send these anywhere in Australia to any value.

They are valid for 3 months from date of 'purchase' and redeemable only through myself.

So you'll no longer be stumped for gifts for that person who 'has everything'!

Anna :)

Elegant Occasions Suite

2011-06-10T07:00:00.006+10:00
Each month I set my team a swap 'challenge'...this particular challenge was the 'Elegant Occasions Suite' on page 44 of the IB&C.

The colours are so...elegant!... together - Baja Breeze, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, and Basic Gray.

Created by Sarah

Created by Pam

Created by Amanda

Created by me (Flower magnet)

I really enjoyed playing with these papers and colours...normally my cards contain at least some rich razzleberry in them!

Do you have a colour combo you go back to again and again? Tell me about it!
Anna :)