2013 was Stampin’ Up!’s 25th Anniversary and in celebration of that, each month of the year they brought back some of the images from past stamp sets and grouped them together in what they called the “Best of” Collections.  Many people don’t know that these 12 stamp sets are still available until March 31st. 

 

In each stamp set there is a little “25” sticker on the stamp label sheet that should be peeled off and attached to the collector card which is also found in the stamp case.  For every 6 stickers you collect, you can send the card to Stampin’ Up! and redeem them for a FREE Stamp Set valued at up to $14.95 (and YES it can be a new set in the Occasions catalog!) If you collected all 12 sets, you can redeem TWO free sets!!

So, I was thinking, maybe you have some stickers, but you know you won’t have enough to fill up another row and get another FREE stamp set.  I’m guessing there are quite a few of you out there that are in the same spot.  Well, why don’t we all pool our extra stickers together and draw names for those that will win the free stamp set of their choice.  You’ve got nothing to lose and you may just win a FREE stamp set.  If you’re interested, please contact me and mail your stickers to me with the name of the stamp set you’d like to receive if your name is drawn.  I would need to receive all the tickets for the drawing by April 15th.  Then I’ll draw the winning names from a hat, and your new FREE stamp set will be ordered.  What do you say?  Are you in?

 



 

We’ve all hear “It’s in the mail” before, right?  Well, yesterday I was busy stamping, embellishing, addressing and stuffing tons of thank you cards for all of the online orders I’ve received since Sale-a-bration began on Tuesday.  I also got together my Birthday cards for February which are in the mail today.  Everyone in my Birthday Club get’s a birthday card from me along with a coupon for 20% off any item of their choice from any current catalog or special.  The coupon is good anytime during their birthday month.

 

What’s that?  You don’t get a birthday card from me?  Well then let’s not waste time, let’s get you on my Birthday club list.  All you need to do is email me your name, address and date of birth.  (You can keep your birth year a secret if you’d like.)  You may decide to choose one of the following items as your 20% off gift from me for your birthday. 

 

Just in time to take advantage of the Sale-a-bration special ( a free

Sale-a-bration item of your choice with every $50 you order, Stampin’ Up! has come out with some great new products.   

 

NOW AVAILABLE!  Texture Boutique Embossing Machine  $29.95. 

 

It’s embossing made easy. Texture Boutique is the perfect, portable tool to create embossed cards, tags, embellishments, and more. Use it with the Stampin’ Up! exclusive Textured Impressions Embossing Folders.

I love mine because it’s cute, small, light and portable, and I can keep it at my crafting desk for doing quick embossing… and what girl doesn’t need her own tools, right?

LIMITED SUPPLY:  Stampin’ Up ahs only a limited supply of the Texture Embossing Machines and once the current supply is depleted, Stampin’ Up! will not be backordering the item.  However, it WILL  be available again as a regular item in the upcoming annual catalog (June 1).

 

If you order the Texture Boutique Embossing Machine and three embossing folders (for a total of  $50 in product or more), you will qualify to get a FREE Sale-A-Bration gift.  The Decorative Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (item 133520) would be the perfect choice! 

 

SOME NEW EMBOSSING FOLDERS YOU MIGHT WANT TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR ORDER!

HIP HIP HOORAY CARD KIT

 Why get your cards at the store? You’ve got 20 cards at your fingertips. They’re thoughtful, they’re beautiful, they’re handmade, and they take just minutes to make! The Hip Hip Hooray Card Kit contains everything you need (minus scissors) to create 20 beautiful cards for a variety of occasions. The kit is excellent for people who are just getting started as papercrafters, and also makes a great gift!

The Hip Hip Hooray Card Kit includes:
* Cardstock and envelopes for 20 cards
* Twine, clips, and adhesive die-cut embellishments
* Three-piece Hip Hip Hooray Stamp Set & clear stamp block
* Stampin Dimensionals
* Basic Gray Stampin’ Spot (mini ink pads)
* Full-color instructional brochure

 

Here’s a close up of the stamp set that comes in the kit.

 



Here is a finished card from the kit.  It’s simple and cute.

 

 



 

Here’s another fun card using the Peachy Keen stamp set and the Fresh Prints Designer Series Paper Stack.  I like the retro look of the Polaroid frame dressed up with the retro Fresh Washi Tape.  I attached a Candy Dot in the camera lens for a little unexpected bling.

 

 TO RECREATE THIS PROJECT YOU’LL NEED: