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Stampin Up! 2012-2013 New Ribbon Share

Enjoy 30 yards of new ribbon for only $22.00.  This is a wonderful option for getting the new styles without having to purchase $111.00 worth of ribbon.  (as it is offered in the catalog.)

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2 Yards of each of the 5 new In-colors done in a dainty 3/8” stitched Satin. You will love it!!!…The colors offered are: Gumball Green, Midnight Muse, Primrose Petals, Raspberry Ripple, and Summer Starfruit. (Sounds like ice cream doesn’t it?)

Plus, 2 yards of every color of the new 1/4” Stitched Grosgrain. Those colors are: Daffodil Delight, Basic Gray, Early Espresso, Night of Navy, Pacific Point, Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White and Wild Wasabi. That is 10 colors!  So many possiblilities for this ribbon!

 I am not able to collect money for this ribbon share until June 1st per Stampin Up! guidelines but your early order is very helpful in planning how many shares I will be processing.  Please contact me at janet@stampingatthewhitehouse.com if you wish to participate.

You May Not Realize -Retiring!

 

Did you know that option of purchasing individual markers will no longer be available to us in the new catalog?  They will be sold at color family sets.  I don't know about you, but I often replace my individual markers that have a worn tips.  You may not also know that you really don't need to replace a dry marker bacause you can simply use a re-inker and drop the ink to the tip.  So, make sure to do an inventory and purchase your markers by the end of May.  The pictures below are the ones that are still available, but act fast because the stock is depleting very quickly.  Click on the names below and it will take you directly to the online store.

 

Always Artichoke    Baja Breeze    Black Stampin’ Write Journaler

     Basic Gray           Bravo Burgandy           Cajun Craze

Chocolate Chip       Elegant Egglplant      Garden Green

Melon Mambo            More Mustard           Pacific Point

Pink Pirouette      Riding Hood Red           River Rock

Sahara Sand                 So Saffron               Soft Suede

Tangerine Tango     Wild Wasabi          

BTW, my order of 2012-2013 catalogs are in.  If you do not have a Demonstrator and would like to have me be your Demonstrator let me know and I will get one out to you.

 

She's Finally Here!

Let me introduce my 1st Grandchild.  (Yes, I am that old....I guess I need to update my profile picture haha.)  This is Eloise!  She is just so precious!!  We knew she would be healthy because she made her mama very sick for 5 months.  She weighed 5 lbs 15 oz.  I stayed with my daughter in CT. for 10 days to help but Eloise is so easy I felt more in the way than helpful.  We would have to wake her up in the daytime to eat but let her sleep at night and she slept 4 hours in the first few days.  She is very alert and strong.  I predict she will start walking at around 9 months.  I will share more adorable pictures as I get them so stay tuned.

SU! RETIRED ACCESSORIES LIST

Stampin Up! is obviously making room in the next catalog for alot of new product!  Check out the length of the retiring accessories list!!  Although, it could be a little deceiving as some of the product is simply being re-configured.  

Click Here to view list.  This link will take you to the store if you would like to make a purchase.

 Retiring accessories are only available while supplies last.  Be sure to order your favorites before they are gone.

The Occasions Mini catalog will also be retiring at the end of this month.  Be sure to take one last look before April 30th!

Click Here to view catalog.

 

I will be in NYC/CT for the 1st two weeks of May for the birth of my first grandchild.  Woo-Hoo!  I can't wait.  If you should need me, please email me or leave me a message on my phone.   I will get back with you just as soon as I can.

Enjoy!

The Retired List From Stampin Up! is Here

 

We have all been anxiously waiting to hear which Stampin' Up!  stamp sets will be retiring effective May 31, 2012! WAIT NO LONGER! The Stampin' Up! Retired Stamp List is NOW available!

  CLICK  HERE to see the list of over 300 stamp sets that will be retiring.  SU! is making room for tons of new stamps!

These stamp sets will be available for purchase THRU May 31, 2012!

If you plan to order your retiring favorites, HERE is a link to the online store.  While you are there, you may also want to check out the Clearance Rack!

Don't miss your chance to pre-order new products from the Stampin' Up! Summer Smooches Collection. Ends April 30.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The Retired Accessories and Décor Elements Lists will be released on April 25, 2012. Retiring accessories and Stampin' Up! Décor Elements (this line will be discontinued) will only be available while supplies last. BE SURE TO ORDER EARLY so you don't miss out on your favorites!

 PLEASE REMEMBER that the Stampin' Up! 2012-2013 Annual Catalog will be released June 1, 2012, a month earlier than in the past. The good news is that with so many stamp sets retiring, the new catalog will be loaded with new products! 

I will be hosting a NEW CATALOG RELEASE PARTY at the White House on Saturday June 2nd from 11:00 to 1:00.  Be the first to get your FREE 2012-2013 Catalog!  There will be a Make and Take, Games with Prizes and some of my personal inventory for sale!

RSVP today!!

 

 

New Items on the Clearance Rack

Stampin Up! has just added  55 NEW Clearance Rack items to the Online Store, including a number of punches, dies, and accessories.

Hurry and check it out before it is gone!  The 12 x 12 Houndstooth Album is already sold out!   :(

Click Here!

Abi's Easter Fun

Last week I shared with you a picture of my oldest daughter Ashley (24) who is days away from having her first child.  Today I would like to share of picture of Abi (12) enjoying herself after the Easter Egg Hunt by climbing a tree.  My friend Lisa was kind enough to snap this picture for me.  Thanks Lisa!  Abi had a blast. There was a cookout with hamburgers and hotdogs, jump houses, facepainting, and games.  It was a beautiful day!

Z-FOLD Tutorial

Fancy Framelits Folds

	Q&A Q: I’ve seen some cards with fancy folds made using the Labels Framelits. How do you do that? A: The new Hearts and Labels Framelits Dies for the Big Shot have been a huge hit! There are so many great ways to use them, besides the obvious layered frames. You can use them to cut edges of cards into shapes, make window cards, make cards with fancy folds, and so much more! One of my favorite fancy folds cards is a Z-fold card. It’s extra fun because of a cut with the Label Framelits that makes the main image flip to the inside when you open the card! Here’s how you can make this fun Z-Fold Flip card: Step 1: Cut a piece of 8-1/2” card stock in half to get a 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” card body. Score at 4-1/4” along the 8-1/2” side to create the folded card. Next fold the front of the card in half. You can do this by folding the edge of the card back towards the fold of the card or by scoring first at 2-1/8” and then folding the edge of the card back towards the fold of the card. Step 2: Turn the Multipurpose Platform to Tab 2 and place it onto the Big Shot with a Cutting Pad on it. Unfold the card body you previously scored. Place a Label Framelits (the 3rd largest works well) centered over the fold on the card front. Place the top Cutting Pad only over half of the Label Framelit so the Cutting Pad edge is lined up with the fold line on the center of the card front. Carefully hold the sandwich in place and run through the Big Shot. Only the part of the Framelit with the Cutting Pad over it will be cut. Step 3: Fold the card and decorate the Framelits section with other Framelits layers and stamped images. When the card is opened the image flips to the inside of the card. Use Texture Impressions Embossing Folders to add embossing to cut Framelits for even more detail and interest! Have fun experimenting with this great Z-Fold Flip card using the Framelits Hearts Collection, too!
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Stampin Up! is Stamping For The Special Olympics

For the past year, several of my fellow Stampin Up! Demonstrator and I have hosted over 10 stamp camps for charity.  Our next event, on April 14th will benefit the Special Olympics. So, I would like to share pictures of the cards we will be making.

A Birthday card,

make that two......

ok, three....

a great masculine card...

and another.....

 and yet another....

and a perfect Friend card.

So, you will make all 7 of these cards and be served a yummy lunch from Subway.  All of this is included in your $25.00 fee.  Now that's a good deal!

We also are busy collecting prizes to raffle for The Special Olympics.  You will have a great chance of winning something!

  

So, register as soon as you can.   We are busy making those last minute plans.

Hours are 10-3.  You will work at your own pace.

Location: Blue Water Storage Center-9119 Merrill Rd, Jacksonville Florida

*Please bring your own adhesive and scissors.

Staying on Top of Scrapbooking

Do you have folders full of pictures saved on your computer? Maybe you have boxes of printed photos gathering dust? Or maybe you have all of your photos organized but only a partially completed scrapbook? Whether you are just starting your first scrapbook or you are an experienced scrapbooker, here are some tips to help you get more done on your scrapbooks:

 

• Scrapbook your most current photos ... and then work your way back. This actually gives you a greater sense of accomplishment and keeps you motivated to keep going.

 

• Use basic page layouts to save time. Just changing up the colors on the same layout changes the look. You can also use different embellishments (like Mini Vintage Tags #118763 or Designer Printed Brads #122940) for a fresh look. When you use basic page layouts, you can focus on what’s important - preserving your memories. The photos and journaling that you put on each page is what will make the real difference.

 

• Add Simply Scrappin’ kits to the mix. These kits, like Country Club (#122371), come with Designer Series Paper, coordinating solid colors of textured card stock, and self-adhesive die cuts. These make creating coordinating page layouts quick and easy.

 

• Lay out several pages first, and then go back and finish the pages, journal, and embellish. The Stampin’ Up albums come in different colors and sizes - like the Linen 12 x 12 post album (#1045190). The page protectors in these albums load from the top and offer the perfect place to store your page layouts, embellishments, and journaling until you complete your page. 

 

• Create mini books for specific events - like a new baby or special trip. Some On Board chipboard sheets (#114320), Designer Series Paper and card stock, the Top Note die (#113463), and a book ring come together for a cute little scrapbook.

 

• Go digital ... and use the Designer Templates from My Digital Studio (#118108). The Summer Smooches Photobook Template (#129919) gives you 24 pages already done for you ... just add your photos and print.

 

Don't you just love this picture of Shelli (Stampin' Up! owner)d and her husband Sterling?

Hopefully these tips will make scrapbooking even more enjoyable and result in even more scrapbooks for you to enjoy!