Sunday, November 20, 2022

Farewell to Prescott - and a blogging Hiatus!!

Hey all my friends - below is a farewell letter to my local peeps - and it has a ton of information to bring you all up to date - so I thought I would post here also.  Change - change and more change!  I will be taking the rest of November and all of December off from blogging (or at least I think that - lol).  Plan to see me back here in January 2023 with much more creative inspiration.  Till then I appreciate any prayers as we go through this big move!!   Love you all - see you soon! -Maureen

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To all of my awesome friends and customers,

This is a little long – but it’s the scoop – and I’m going to be vulnerable here.  So, it’s really happening – we are moving again – this time to Tennessee to be closer to our children and grandchildren.  Wow this move is bittersweet.  We had thought we were in our forever home , but after much prayer and listening, we’ve decided this is what we should do and feel very comfortable with the decision.

Here's the scoop – we have sold our home here in Prescott, AZ and are closing November 30, 2022.  We will rent back here for a few days, and leave sometime between Dec. 5 & 8 (TBD) for Manchester, TN.  We were not able to find a house to buy that met our needs; so, for the time being we will be renting a fully furnished home month to month until we find just the right home.

I’ll be having a huge craft sale here at my home on Monday and Tuesday, November 21 and 22 from 1PM – 6PM each day.  Feel free to come by – I have tons of Stamping stuff as well as many other items crafters love (yarn, tools, fabric, needlepoint kits, wood pieces and more).  Plus, buy what you want, and I will apply ½ of what you pay toward an order of new Stampin’ Up! product – you will only have to pay the S&H and tax.  For example – buy $100 of craft items – and you can order $50 of Stampin’ Up! items from any current catalog free – and you will only pay the S&H and tax on that purchase.  Nice!!  This is a blow out sale – all bundles $25; individual sets $5 and $10; all DSP .20/sheet; cardstock .10/sheet – you get the picture.

Then, on December 3 (8:30 am – 4pm) and December 4 (9:00 am – 2pm) there will be an estate sale at our home, but done by a hired company.  We are having them sell nearly all of our home goods and furnishings, as we do not want to have to put it in storage while we are looking for a new home to buy.  Lots of furniture, TV’s, glassware, books, craft stuff, blankets, tools and more.  Please spread the word on both of these sales, as we really need to sell, sell, sell. 

As far as my Stampin’ Up! business – there will be a lull – I will not be having classes or doing my regular Facebook lives, probably through the end of 2022 – although you will hear from me from during this time – just not as often as now.  I just need to protect my mental and physical health and need to pace myself, so I can enjoy the holidays with my family.  But, I am in no way stopping!  I fully plan to continue and to grow my business and will be adding some different and fun opportunities in 2023 – so good things lie ahead.  Watch for details to come 😊

I am outright asking you, my customers, to continue to support me and my small business, by staying tuned for more info, placing orders and watching for my updates.  You can like and follow my Facebook page at facebook.com/crazystampinglady.  You can also subscribe to updates from my blog at crazystampinglady.blogspot.com and you can continue to purchase products through my website – stampingwithmaureen.stampinup.net; all of these things really help me.  I do have a couple people on my team locally who will be doing classes – so if you’d like their information – please let me know.

Please NOTE that November 23 is that last day I can put an order in for it to get here on time for me to get it to you.  So let me know if you need anything.  Of course, after that date, you can always order on my website above and have it sent directly to you.

Beginning December 1, mail should go to TN - so drop me an email at crazystampinglady@gmail.com if you need my new address (or my local address for my sales here). Thank you all for being such wonderful, supportive friends – you have blessed my life abundantly – and I hope we will continue to be in touch.  Take care and remember to always be creative – it is sooooo good for the soul! 

Love you all, Maureen

PS – I’ve heard it said that if you are brave enough to say goodbye, life will reward you with a new hello.  So as sad as I am to leave, I am excited about the future hellos!

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Paper Crafting Blog Hop November 2022 - Thank you!


 Welcome to our Paper Crafting Blog Hop for November 2022 - featuring talented Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators from all over the globe including the USA, United Kingdom and Australia. We have a wide array of projects and design styles to share with you this month - all about "Thank you!"

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Sticking with my love for fall - I had to try another organic technique I saw - and it worked! I use real leaves from my yard and pressed them onto watercolor paper using my Stamp and Emboss machine.
That's right - that beautiful leaf image on the card was made by just pressing a real leave - this one was from my Mimosa tree. There is no ink applied to the leaf at all - it is just the juices from the leaf that ooze out as you run it through the machine. How amazing is that?!?!
Basics - My card base is one of the Kraft notecards (#159247 - $10.00*) - a 3 1/4" x 4 3/4" layer of Old Olive cardstock (#100702 - $9.25*) - and a strip of Cajun Craze 2" x 5" (#119684 - $9.25*), then a 3" x 4 1/2" piece of watercolor paper (#149612 - $9.00).
TIPS when doing this technique:1) choose a nice, not dry, leaf and lay it onto your watercolor paper with the back of the leaf against the paper as this gives you the best image of the veins. 2) Layer it on your plates just as if you were using an embossing folder. 3) Use paper shims if you do not get a good enough impression. 4) Have a damp paper towel or baby wipes handy to wipe up any excess juices from the leaf after running through. 5) Experiment with different leaves and have fun.
I used sentiments for the outside and inside from the Bamboo Beauty Set (#155478 - $21.00) - such beautiful sentiments. Then I added some linen thread and a few colored gems - and done - simple, organic and beautiful.
In my opinion these are great for masculine cards - as they so beautifully reflect nature.

I hope you got some inspiration from this card. Thank you so much for stopping by and I would love to hear your thoughts and comments!

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Now click on through to the rest of those hopping with me this month to see all of their wonderful creations and inspirations! ~Maureen

To order any of Stampin' Up's products you can go directly to my online store - www.stampingwithmaureen.stampinup.net  and click on SHOP NOW.  Please use the Hostess Code (UZ6AMMNM) to get full benefits from me.
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  *NOTE: If your personal order is not part of a current party and you are ordering over $150 in merchandise - please do not use this code; as your order without the code will qualify you to earn a minimum of 10% in hostess benefits.   

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Proceeds from every purchase of this bundle during the month of November 2022 go to support the
Plus, you will receive a Bonus Tutorial PDF (sent the sometime following your order) featuring great projects and ideas. Order using the hostess code above to get these benefits!

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If you don't currently have a demonstrator, and would like a catalog or to learn more about Stampin' Up! and our products, please email me at crazystampinglady@gmail.com

*Note: Product pricing varies by market.  Check with your local demonstrator if you are not in the U.S. to find out your cost.  Product active to purchase at the time of this post.
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Always Stamping, Maureen - the Crazy Stamping Lady!

Tuesday, November 15, 2022

October 2022 Paper Pumpkin Alternatives - HoHoHo!

Paper Pumpkin Information - this Blog post shows the alternatives I have come up with for our most recent Paper Pumpkin kit.  I also send out a FREE PDF of the projects with instructions to all of my current Paper Pumpkin subscribers for that kit.  I always receive my kit just before the end of the month - so most likely alternatives will be the beginning of the following month.  Here are my alternatives for the October 2022 kit - HoHoHo! - enjoy! ~Maureen  NOTE: Because of our upcoming move to Tennessee I will not be posting alternatives for the December 2022 kit, which is available for ordering now.

Alternative #1 – Merry Santa notecard


Alternative #2 –  Evening Evergreen Santa Card

Alternative #3 – Faker Shaker card

Alternative #4 – Joy Treat Bag


Coming to your mailbox in December 2022

Order this new kit by December 10, 2022 or it will be too late!  Ask me more if you have questions!

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To order any of Stampin' Up's products you can go directly to my online store - www.stampingwithmaureen.stampinup.net  and click on SHOP NOW.  Please use the Hostess Code UZ6AMMNM through November 30, 2022 to get full benefits from me -

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  *NOTE: If your personal order is not part of a current party and you are ordering over $150 in merchandise - please do not use this code; as your order without the code will qualify you to earn a minimum of 10% in hostess benefits.   

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If you don't currently have a demonstrator, and would like a catalog or to learn more about Stampin' Up! and our products, please email me at crazystampinglady@gmail.com

Sunday, November 13, 2022

Share it Sunday! Free tutorial - Ringed with Nature

 

  It's Sunday - time to share another great card and free tutorial!  Today's card is not necessarily a fall card - yet is has a fall feel to it - and a bit masculine.  Tweak it a bit and you could have a lovely Christmas card; but it's still perfect for every day.  Hope you like it!  Enjoy!

#159889 Ringed with Nature Bundle $53.00 *

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Click HERE to find and print your tutorial sheet.

Ringed with Nature

All images © 1990-2022 Stampin’ Up!®

Supplies:

     

Stamp Sets: Ringed with Nature (159883) or Bundle (159889)

·       Card Stock and Paper: Early Espresso Card Stock (119686); Basic White Card Stock (159276); Crumb Cake Card Stock (120953); Soft Succulent Card Stock (155776)

·       Stamp Pads: Soft Suede Ink (147115); Soft Succulent Ink (155778)

·       Tools: Tree Rings Hybrid Embossing Folder Dies (159888)

·       Miscellaneous: Linen Thread (104199); Red Rhinestone Basic Gems (146924); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Stampin’ Seal Adhesive (152813); Mini Glue Dots (103683)

 Measurements:

 ·       Early Espresso Cardstock: 8 1/2” x 5 1/2”, 3” x 3”; 2 3/8” x 1 ½”

·       Crumb Cake Cardstock: 5 ¼” x 4”; 3” x 3”

·       Basic White Cardstock: 5 ¼” x 4”; 1 7/8” x 1”; 1 ¾” x 1 ½”

·       Soft Succulent Cardstock: 2” x 2”, scraps (leaves); 2 1/8” x 1 ¼”

·       17” Linen thread cut in half and tied in a double bow

Instructions:

 1.    On the Crumb Cake layers – stamp the tree rings in Soft Suede randomly on the large and one in the center of the small piece; die cut the single image on the 3” x 3” piece.

2.    Die cut a log circle outline out of the Early Espresso 3” x 3” piece; and several leaves and one of the berry sprigs out Soft Succulent scraps.

3.    Stamp the house with Soft Succulent and roof with Soft Suede ink and die cut.

4.    Adhere the large layer with tree rings onto the card base.  Adhere all of the die cut pieces together as shown and attach to the front of your card (refer to picture for placement).

5.    Stamp your sentiment with Soft Suede onto the small white rectangle and layer onto the Soft Succulent layer and onto the Early Espresso layer and adhere to the front of your card.

6.    Stamp one of the tree ring images on the large white layer in bottom right corner – and adhere this layer to the inside of your card.

7.    Add gems and double bow to the front of the card.

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You can check in the SHOP NOW tab at the top of this page to find my current hostess code at any time.

To order any of Stampin' Up's products you can go directly to my online store - www.stampingwithmaureen.stampinup.net  and click on SHOP NOW.  Please use the Hostess Code UZ6AMMNM through November 30, 2022 to get full benefits from me-


 *NOTE: If your personal order is not part of a current party and you are ordering over $150 in merchandise - please do not use this code; as your order without the code will qualify you to earn a minimum of 10% in hostess benefits.   

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Proceeds from every purchase of this bundle during the month of November 2022 go to support the
Plus, you will receive a Bonus Tutorial PDF (sent the sometime following your order) featuring great projects and ideas. Order using the hostess code above to get these benefits!

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If you don't currently have a demonstrator, and would like a catalog or to learn more about Stampin' Up! and our products, please email me at crazystampinglady@gmail.com

*Note: Product pricing varies by market.  Check with your local demonstrator if you are not in the U.S. to find out your cost.  Product active to purchase at the time of this post.
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Always Stamping, Maureen - the Crazy Stamping Lady!

Friday, November 11, 2022

2022 Fall Winter Coffee Lovers Blog Hop

 
Welcome to our 2022 Fall Winter Coffee Lovers Blog Hop!!
My name is Maureen and I'm a coffee addict - so this group is right up my alley.  Although I like (not love) the taste of a good black tea it's not my go to.
But, I love the thought of tea - the whole feeling it evokes of a quiet, gentle time.   I have so much tea it is unbelievable, as well as many teapots and teacups - but I rarely drink it - go figure.  So for today's project - I'm going to go with the tea!
I created this cute card (who wouldn't love to get together for tea - right?, although my cup will most likely have coffee in it), using Stampin' Up!'s Cup of Tea bundle from page 13 of their current annual catalog.  I just love this sentiment and the darling little tea cup.  
For the cup it's self, I layered the open die cut of Pale Papaya cardstock onto our Sweet Sorbet DSP, curved the sides a bit, and added two sets of two layers of Stampin' Dimensionals - so the cup would curve and pop up a bit. Love the way it makes the cup look.  Then added those three adorable little hearts just to make the recipient smile.

Then I finished the inside with a cute little Friendship saying and a few little Sweet Sorbet flowers.

I also never like a naked envelope - so had to add something to that too.

I really hope you liked my card and would love to have your comments.  

Hope you enjoyed my card - be sure to check out all the other great submissions.  You can check the SHOP NOW tab at the top of this page to find my current hostess code at any time as well as a link to my shop.

 am excited to be a Super Sponsor for this hop! 
Tons of prizes are being given away - so play along by linking your coffee loving post from your blog and leaving comments on all the posts you check out, for a chance to win.  Here's the link to the original post so you can link in or check out all the posts - Coffee Lover's Blog Hop

My Super Sponsor prize is your choice of any stamp set in Stampin' Up!'s current catalogs, up to a $25 value (pre S&H and tax).  You pick - how fun is that!  Be sure to leave a comment and let me know what you think!

To order any of Stampin' Up's products you can go directly to my online store - www.stampingwithmaureen.stampinup.net  and click on SHOP NOW.  Please use the Hostess Code UZ6AMMNM through November 30, 2022 to get full benefits from me-

*NOTE: If your personal order is not part of a current party and you are ordering over $150 in merchandise - please do not use this code; as your order without the code will qualify you to earn a minimum of 10% in hostess benefits.   
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Proceeds from every purchase of this bundle during the month of November 2022 go to support the
Plus, you will receive a Bonus Tutorial PDF (sent the sometime following your order) featuring great projects and ideas. Order using the hostess code above to get these benefits!

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If you don't currently have a demonstrator, and would like a catalog or to learn more about Stampin' Up! and our products, please email me at crazystampinglady@gmail.com

*Note: Product pricing varies by market.  Check with your local demonstrator if you are not in the U.S. to find out your cost.  Product active to purchase at the time of this post.
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Always Stamping, Maureen - the Crazy Stamping Lady!

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Share it Sunday! Free tutorial - Perched in a Tree!

 

  It's Sunday - time to share another great card and free tutorial!  Today's card is so lovely - and sharing it, as I think it takes us right through fall and into the Christmas Season.  Hope you like it!  Enjoy!
#159799 Perched in a Tree Bundle $53.00*

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Click HERE to find and print your tutorial sheet.

Perched in a Tree

All images © 1990-2022 Stampin’ Up!

Supplies:

·       Stamp Sets: Perched in a Tree Bundle (159799)

·       Card Stock and Paper: Thick Basic White (159229); Crumb Cake (120953); Early Espresso (119686); Painted Christmas DSP (156292)

·       Stamp Pads: VersaMark (102283)

·       Tools: Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653); Heat Tool (129053); Paper Snips (103579); Paper Trimmer (152392); Embossing Additions Tool Kit (159971); Bone Folder (102300)

·       Miscellaneous: Stampin’ Emboss Powders Basics (155554); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Stampin’ Seal Adhesive (152813); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Mini glue dots (103683); Rustic Metallic Adhesive Backed Dots (159082); Baker’sTwine Essentials Pack (155475)

 Measurements:

 ·       Thick Basic White: 8 ½” x 5 ½” scored at 4 ¼” and 4 x 5 ½ for large die cut.

·       Crumb Cake – scraps for 2 leaves

·       Early Espresso – ¾ x 3 ¼ and scrap for one leaf

·       Painted Christmas DSP – 4 1/8 x 5 3/8

 Instructions:

1.    Layer DSP onto the Thick Basic White card base that has been folded and burnished with your bone folder.

2.    Cut large tree die and adhere over the DSP using Stampin Dimensionals.

3.    Cut 2 small leaves with crumb cake cardstock and one early espresso leave.

4.    Using VersaMark Ink stamp the sentiment on the Early Espresso rectangle, sprinkle with white embossing powder and set with Heat Tool until shiny. Cut a very slight banner on the right side of the cardstock.

5.    Using liquid glue adhere the leave in a triangle pattern over the trees.

6.    Put dimensionals in between the trees next to the leaves and putting liquid glue on the back of the sentiment adhere over the leaves.

7.    Tie a 3 loop bow with baker’s twine and adhere with glue dot next to the words.

8.    Scatter the Rustic Metallic dots as shown.

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You can check in the SHOP NOW tab at the top of this page to find my current hostess code at any time.

To order any of Stampin' Up's products you can go directly to my online store - www.stampingwithmaureen.stampinup.net  and click on SHOP NOW.  Please use the Hostess Code UZ6AMMNM through November 30, 2022 to get full benefits from me-


 *NOTE: If your personal order is not part of a current party and you are ordering over $150 in merchandise - please do not use this code; as your order without the code will qualify you to earn a minimum of 10% in hostess benefits.   

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Proceeds from every purchase of this bundle during the month of November 2022 go to support the
Plus, you will receive a Bonus Tutorial PDF (sent the sometime following your order) featuring great projects and ideas. Order using the hostess code above to get these benefits!

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If you don't currently have a demonstrator, and would like a catalog or to learn more about Stampin' Up! and our products, please email me at crazystampinglady@gmail.com

*Note: Product pricing varies by market.  Check with your local demonstrator if you are not in the U.S. to find out your cost.  Product active to purchase at the time of this post.
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Always Stamping, Maureen - the Crazy Stamping Lady!