Posting Again - the woe of computers ----

So it's been nearly two weeks since I posted - not by choice - but by necessity.  I am not sure why, but my computer has been giving us tons of trouble the past couple weeks.  Mainly - just crashing in the middle of whatever we are doing - by mostly - just crashing every time I tried to blog.  We've done so clean-up on it, and so tonight - so far, so good.  Since it's been awhile - I'll be playing a little catch-up.  Thought I'd start by sharing my birthday and some amazing hand-made cards with you all.

So here I am starting my birthday celebration with breakfast at Denny's and my first ever picture with a pancake.  So much fun - and got the day off to a great start!!

The beautiful card above was made with the Swirly Bird set and dies by my downline Betty!  I love it.  I have seen tons of cards made with this set - but this color combo is a new one for me. 

This next card was made by my Sister-in-law and friend, Elaine.  She used a base from a recent Paper Pumpkin kit that was very masculine, but turned it around and made this lovely feminine card out of it.  So pretty.  Stop back during the next week to see more card ideas from my talented friends, that I received for my birthday!!  See you soon - if my computer holds out :)  ~Maureen

SU Convention 2013

So  for the next few days I'll be sharing pictures from convention last week - myself and 11 others in my downline made it to Salt Lake City for their 25th anniversary celebration.  The theme this is year was "BE the Difference" - which is one of the many reasons SU is such a great company.  They truly what to make a difference in the lives of those we meet.

So here I am with 5999 of my closest friends :)   Talk about crazy times - just getting from one room to another could be a challenge - but we chatted and swapped along the way and all was fine.

Got to connect with a wonderful friend of mine - Carole from Arizona - was surprised we even saw each other in call the chaos.  There were several others I had hoped to see that I never even caught a glimpse of :(

Great time with great people.  ~Maureen

Photopolymer - what the heck :)

New Photopolymer by Stampin' Up!

Stampin' Up! is excited to announce that we now have wood-mount, clear-mount AND photopolymer stamps!  The new photopolymer will be an addition to our stamp line and will appeal to all types of stampers.  Our top-quality photopolymer has just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time and with the introduction of our firm-foam pads, let's just say they're meant for each other!  Photopolymer stamps will also be unique, fun designs that will inspire you and provide more versatile options you may not see in our traditional wood- and clear-mount stamp options.

What makes them so great?

• They're entirely transparent for perfect placement every time! 

• They are durable. The photopolymer material is designed to last. 

• Can you say sticky? (Don't worry; in a good way.) These stamps stick amazingly well to our clear blocks.

• They're age tested. They won't yellow or cloud up over time. 

• They use FDA, food-safe material. How far can you stretch your stamping creativity? 

• We could go on, but we'll let you try them for yourself.

Designer Typeset Photopolymer Stamp Set Item 132956, Price: $13.95

Use this exclusive photopolymer alphabet set (with extras!) for titles or embellishments on scrapbook pages, cards, or any type of project. We recommend clear block sizes A, B, G, F, and I (not included in the set).  NOTE: this set can go away at any time - so if you want it - ORDER NOW!!  Let me know if you're interested.
The Fine Print

• Photopolymer stamps will be offered on a trial basis. Based on popularity, we hope to release more photopolymer stamp sets over the coming months. At this time we don't plan on offering a line of photopolymer sets as expansive as our wood-mount and clear-mount lines.

• Available beginning March 1, 2013. 

• Not available in wood-mount or clear-mount.  

• All photopolymer will be packaged in cello bag w/insert, but don't forget you can store them in our clear cases.

Sizzix Texture Boutique Bundle

Sizzix Texture Boutique Bundle--Get yours ASAP!

                                        

Want to be part of an exclusive product test at Stampin' Up? Act now and get one of the 4,000 machines in our limited edition trial partnership with Sizzix's adorable Texture Boutique Machine! If embossing is your thing, this cute and compact machine will allow you to crank those folders to your heart's content, at a great price and taking up only a small amount of precious crafting space!

Don't forget--'Tis the season of giving, and the Texture Boutique makes a wonderful gift for anyone who wants to create their own elegant embossed art! To help you with your gift-giving needs, we're offering a special value bundle! If you prefer, you can also purchase the Texture Boutique by itself, but with the folders it's a much better deal!

Looking for stocking stuffers? Pick up some additional embossing folders and delight the heart of your craftin' friend or family member!  You can check out all of our embossing folders here - Embossing.

Texture Boutique Bundle Item #132700
$39.95 Includes

• Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 Pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim
• Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive
• Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive

or order just the
Texture Boutique Embossing Machine Item #132657
$29.95 Includes

• Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim

Email me with your order, or shop here online quickly and easily with any major credit card: at my SU website  And don't forget, if your order qualifies, you can choose hostess benefits, too!
But don't hesitate--this is a limited edition offer from Stampin' Up, and when the machines are gone, they're gone! So act today to get this great bundle!

SU's NEWEST Paper Trimmer

Just had to share this amazing new tool that SU now has available for customers to purchase.  I got mine a few days ago and have been using it a lot and I LOVE IT!!!  This is their own exclusive cutter and they have added a wider base, a swing arm that locks in place, a paper guide that you can lock closed for transport a notch at each end of the cutting strip, so you can store your embossing and your cutting blades at the same time.  It is light weight, extremely well made and has neat little compartments underneath where you can store your stylus and bone folder, etc.

STAMPIN' TRIMMER NOW AVAILABLE.  Watch a video and learn why paper crafters love it!You can order yours by emailing me directly at crazystampinglady@gmail.com - order number 126889 Cost $29.95 USD plus S&H and tax.  Or you can order directly through my business site - here!
This is one tool you do not want to be without - so check it out today and let me know what you think!!  Happy stamping (and cutting) ~Maureen