Stamping With Judy

ANNOUNCEMENT

Stampin'Up! announced today that there is trouble brewing at the home office.  The mailing system for the mini catalogs is not functioning properly.  They estimate the  shipping of 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog to be delayed until mid January 2010.  I will keep you abreast of any future developments.  The best thing I can tell you is that it will be worth the wait.  Stay Tuned!

GUESS WHAT WAS IN MY MAILBOX???

The new Sale-A-Bration catalog has been mailed!  If you have not received yours yet, keep watching because it will arrive soon.  Keep it handy -- I will call you within the next two to three weeks and ask this question:  What is the name of the stamp set on page ?  A correct answer will qualify you for free shipping on your 1st order during Sale-A-Bration.  (Note: Order must be placed between Jan. 5 and Jan. 30., 2010 by email to me or by phone.)  Whose phones will ring first?  If your order is ready when I call, I will give you an additional $5 discount.

HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

TECHNIQUE TUESDAY - TWO STEP PUNCHING

Hi Friends:  I simply could not wait to show you the second new punch set that Stampin'Up! is offering.  This one is the Scallop Trim Border and Scallop Trim Corner Punches. 

 

Don't you love scallops!  Now we have an open scallop.  And with the Two-Step Punching, you can quickly punch the corners only, or punch the entire square (size of your choice) and have a beautiful mat in a very short time.  The next picture shows the edges punched.

 

The Scallop Trim Corner punch is on Page 11 ($9.95, Item 118870) of the 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog.  The Scallop Trim Border punch is on Page 9 of the Sale-A-Bration (SAB) mini catalog and it is FREE -- with a $50.00 purchase (which is the same for all the other items in the SAB catalog).  Isn't that exciting!  Remember, there is no limit on the SAB products.  You get a free item with each $50.00 purchase.  Watch for samples of both of the new punch designs after the holidays.  The two new mini catalogs will be available for purchase on January 5, 2010.   You have until January 4, 2010 to order anything from the Holiday Mini that you need.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

and

Happy Punching!

GREETING CARD STORAGE BOX

Do you have trouble knowing where to keep your cards so you can find them when you need them?  We have the answer!  Let's kick off the New Year with a beautiful box to store and organize your greeting cards.

This project uses the "Sunny Day" Simply Scrappin' Kit (You know how much I love our Simply Scrappin' Kits, lol),  -- they are all beautiful and are such a good deal!).  The class fee includes the box, dividers and embelishments. 

In case you wonder why I am posting a January class now, it is because I am planning ahead and wanted to allow time to offer you an Early Bird price.

SAVE THE DATE!

Dates:  Friday, January 8 at 6:30pm or Sunday, January 10 at 1pm.  Register before January 5 to take advantage of the Early Bird price of $25.00.  After January 5 the price is $30.00. 

 

Did I mention that this is a "StampingwithJudy" original?  Well shucks, I really like it and I know all of you do also.  To make it easier for you I have included a paypal link with five options:

Choose One

Friday $25.00 Sunday $25.00 Friday $30.00 Sunday $30.00

 

But that's not all -- if you are not one our local blog readers you can order the box completed for you.  The price for this option is $35.00 to cover the cost of shipping.  Be sure to include your complete mailing address and phone number. 

5.  Completed project at $35.00

 

MY GRANDCHILDREN

Happy Day after Christmas! I hope you had as much fun as we did.  Since it is rare for us to have all of our Grandchildren together, we took this picture at our Christmas Eve Dinner Party. 

 

I cannot call them my Six Pack anymore.  Jessica and Damon were married on Dec. 19th, so we now have 7 grandchildren.  Back row:  Patrick (13 in 2 days), Michelle (22), Grandpa.  Middle row: Samantha (11), Grandma, Damon (28).  Front Row: Bryan (14), Joshua (7) and Jessica (27). 

They are so cute and they are all very special to me.  Not everyone can say that they have had grandbabies to play with for 27 years.  Since our youngest is now 7, I am patiently waiting for the next baby.  I wonder who will be first -- our son who was married two years ago, or our granddaughter who was married a week ago!

I plan to use this picture in the calendar I have planned to make for Christmas 2010 with the My Digital Studio program.  As the year progresses, I will use pictures taken at our family events so that when they receive the Calendars, it will be a memory book of 2010 (the exception being the 2009 Christmas pictures).  So, you see how that works -- I will be working on the calendar once a month and it will be ready for the next holiday without any stress!  Call me if you have any questions about this fabulous paper crafting program. 

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!

HOLIDAY DECORATION SAMPLE

For the first time in my life my efforts to decorate our home for the Christmas Holidays has been very minimal.  No, it is not because I have lost interest, it is simply the time spent to attend our Granddaughter's wedding the week before Christmas. 

On a bright note, my daughter's surprised me with a "real wreath".  I was so surprised.  What a thoughtful gift. I gave it a prominent spot in the entry hall --it is the first thing people see when they walk in. The more I looked at it, the more I realized I could incorproate a Decor Element with it.  I received the "Jingle all the Way" Decor Element free during one of Stampin'Up!'s specials.

Here is a close up view of the Decor Element.  I have to tell you that it was very easy to apply.  Step one is to turn the image over to reveal the back side, use the burnishing tool to rub gently so that the element adheres firmly to the sticky side.  Next you slowly remove the backing beginning at a corner and working at an angle. If any piece did not stick you burnish it some more until it is adhered.  The final step is to place it where you want it and burnish again to transfer the image to your wall.  Slowly remove the sticky backing starting at an angle from a corner.  I was amazed at how quick and easy it was.

When the holidays are over I will remove it.  I will let you know if that is just a easy.  This message is reaching you while I am attending our Granddaughter's wedding.  Enjoy your Holidays! 

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!

 

PREVIEW: THE FABULOUS NEW PUNCHES

Hi Friends:  Here is a sample of the newly designed punches.  The pattern I am showing you today is found on Page 17 of the new 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog.  You should have received that mini as well as the Sale-A-Bration Mini by the time you see this post.  If you have not received these two catalogs you will soon.  Watch your mailbox.

Wait until you see what can be done with these two punches.  First, let me tell you about the new design.  The first picture shows two punches, the Pinking Heart Border and the Pinking Heart Corner.  Yes, they are the same design!  They are fabulous. 

The Corner Punch is open (picture on the left side) and the Border Punch is closed (picture on the right side).  "With a larger cutting surface and a sleeker body, our new punches give you greater cutting precision, better punching leverage and space saving storage".

This view shows the Locking Button which allows the punches to store flat.

We will begin by showing the corner punch.  This is fairly standard.  Don't you love this new image.  Wait until you see the next picture -- it is called Two-Step Punching!!!

 

So, you see how the border punch lines up with the corner!!!  That is why we call it Two-Step Punching.  Check out the next picture. 

Don't you love it!  Check back soon for more samples.

HAPPY STAMPING AND PUNCHING!

Simply Adorned Product Update

 

Stampin' Up! is pleased to announce the availability dates of the following Simply Adorned products:

Item	Description	Date Available
116798	Simply Adorned Charm 1" x 1-1/4"	January 5, 2010
116797	Simply Adorned Charm 1" x 1"	January 5, 2010
116800	Simply Adorned Chain 24"	January 5, 2010
116853	Simply Adorned Chain 34"	January 5, 2010
116799	Simply Adorned Charm 1-1/2" x 2"	TBD

Please note: The Charming stamp set featured in the Holiday 2009 Mini Catalog (item 116519; p. 32) will continue to be available for order through the duration of the Occasions 2010 Mini Catalog (through April 30, 2010).

Dormant List Stamp Sets Being Discontinued as of January 4th, 2010

As promised, many of the stamp sets currently on our dormant list have been available for a year and now it is time to say goodbye.

The following stamp sets will be discontinued on January 4, 2010.

Item Number	Stamp Set
113407	Back Woods
114492	Beautiful Baby
114486	Birthday Wish
113200	Branch Out
114496	Celebrations
113732	Central Park
113206	Classic Sketches
113226	Classy & Fabulous
114498	Flowers in Silhouette
113405	Font of You
113216	For the Bride
114494	Forever
109425	Friend by Definition
114488	Fun Flowers
113716	Garden Greetings
114490	Glad Friends
111580	Grand Soiree
113242	Hit the Road
113710	Lexicon of Leaves
113236	Man's Best Friend
114423	Ocean Commotion
113728	Playful Petals
109276	Polka Dot
111544	Putt Putt
113240	Quilt Quips
113754	Really Retro
113403	Sip by Sip
113726	Sweet Stems
113250	That's Funny
113688	Wonderful Watercolors
114028	Para la novia
114032	Acuarelas Maravillosas

If any of these stamp sets are on your wish list, make sure to purchase them before they are gone for good!

12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS SALE

YES, IT IS TRUE - STAMPIN'UP! IS OFFERING A SPECIAL SALE FOR THE NEXT 12 DAYS, COUNTING TODAY  THANK YOU STAMPIN'UP!

EACH DAY YOU WILL FIND A POST HERE WITH THE SALE FOR THAT DAY.  SU HAS PROMISED THAT ORDERS PLACED BY DEC. 15 WILL ARRIVE IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS.  ALSO, DUE TO MY SCHEDULE YOUR ORDERS NEED TO BE PLACED ONLINE.  THE GOOD THING IS THAT YOU WILL HAVE THE OPTION OF PRIORITY SHIPPING ANY TIME YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER (FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE, OF COURSE).  TO SWEETEN THE POT, I AM ADDING TO THE SALE FROM SU -- EVERY ONLINE ORDER PLACED THROUGH DEC. 24 WILL QUALITY FOR A DRAWING.  TWO WINNERS WILL BE DRAWN FROM THE TOTAL ORDERS PLACED.  WINNER NO. 1 WILL FOR A $20.00 CASH AWARD AND WINNER NO. 2 WILL RECEIVE A $10.00 CASH AWARD TOWARD THEIR FIRST ORDER PLACED AFTER JAN. 5. THERE IS NO LIMIT TO THE NUMBER OF ORDERS YOU PLACE, HOWEVER, ORDERS MUST BE $50.00 OR MORE TO QUALIFY.  GOOD LUCK WITH THAT AND HAPPY SHOPPING.

Note:  this is a sticky post - it will remain at the top until the sale is over.  Please scroll down to see the latest posts. Thank you.