Sunday, October 23, 2016

October Hostess Gift

So today I'm sharing my hostess gift for October.  This Monogrammed covered composition book and matching pen.  I love making these, and they are a great seller at my craft fairs.
I finish the inside too!
I think I'm addicted to notebooks - just love them.  And once they are all pretty - well - who could resist!!
See you soon!  ~Maureen

Saturday, October 22, 2016

October Technique Card - Heat Embossing

So we just had our October Technique Club meeting, and this month worked on learning heat embossing.  Here is the instruction card they made for their Technique Binder-
It was the first time some of the ladies had heat embossed - so was really fun.  Below is a picture of the embossing close up.  This "Paisleys and Posies" set is so beautiful and elegant when embossed. 
Check back soon to see the projects that we made at Club this month.  ~Maureen

Thursday, October 20, 2016

Time goes by!!! Check out a great SALE from Stampin' Up!

So - just to let you know I am still alive :)  The last few weeks have been a whirlwind - delivering furniture to my daughter in the mid-west.  Picking up all of my 96 year old Mother-in-law's possessions from Central Wisconsin and driving back to Arizona - then having her move in about a week ago.  We are going through an adjustment period, so please bear with me as we settle into a new "normal."
But my hope is to be back at the BLOGGING regularly.   For today I just want to let you know about a great special going on -
We can all use more Designer Series Paper, especially when making those holiday cards, so we’re confident that you’re going to love this news: Now through Oct. 31, buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one free! That means now is a great time to save on some of our most popular paper designs. Contact your demonstrator to place your order, or shop now!

Here’s a handy list of our current quality Designer Series Paper (DSP) you can save on during this special promotion (pictures at the end of this post):
Item #Product Name
141663Floral Boutique DSP
141645Moroccan DSP
141660Fruit Stand DSP
141654Blooms and Bliss DSP
141630Festive Birthday DSP
141640By the Shore DSP
141986Presents/Pinecones DSP
141981Candy Cane LaneDSP

Details
  • Promotion period: October 1–31, 2016
  • There is no limit to how many times you can buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one free.
  • Specialty Designer Series Paper and Designer Series Paper Stacks do not qualify for this promotion and cannot be redeemed through this offer.
  • Designer Series Paper purchased as part of a Starter Kit does not qualify for this promotion.
Here are the papers in this special.  Your fourth package ordered will automatically be free - click on any image to go right to my store where you can enlarge the picture for a better view.  You can email me your order at crazystampinglady@gmail.com - or order directly through my store - but be sure to use the current hostess code, before check out -  Maureen

Saturday, October 8, 2016

Spooky Stenciled card from Club

So - I wanted to use the stencils I've been showcasing with my Technique Club in a fun way - and when I looked the Paisley mask it reminded me of fall winds swirling around and kicking up leaves - as well as a bit like ghosts.  So I decided to go out of the box a little and make it into a Halloween sky!  By stenciling the top with black and the bottom with orange and even letting them blend a bit - it looks like just before sunset.
We added the spooky elements to complete the scene - some cute little jack-o-lanterns to lighten it up a bit, and stamped the inside of the card with some bats and a fun sentiment.


Here you can see a couple cards along with the stencil beneath.  We used a stamping sponge for the black, and a dauber for the orange to try out both tools and see what each person might like better. 
Finally I want to show you some of the dimension we got on this card - the bat is attached only by a glue dot in the center, and his wings are folded to give that in flight look.  By only putting glue dots on each side of the base of the tree - we were able to allow the branches to stick up a bit.  And then, lastly we added the fence with glue dots on each end and a dimensional in the middle.
All of this adds to the depth of the card.  Think it turned out pretty cute - and it was a fun way to use the Stampin' Up! masks.  See you soon!  ~Maureen
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Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Club - Stenciled Treat Bag

At Club we made this FUN little Halloween treat bag.  SU! sells these little treat bags flat in the catalog but with a few quick scores and maneuvering, you can come up with this adorable little treat bag/box :), that will sit flat on your table.  We did the stenciling using the dots from the masks in the Holiday catalog, and using the stamping sponges to add Memento Black ink.
The bag was scored 1" in from each end - using the lower zig-zag edge as your starting point (guess it's about 1 1/4" from very end on the left. 
Then just reach in and flatten bag at score line, fold the corner pieces (triangle shaped) in and adhere to the bottom of the bag to form a rectangular base for your creation.
After that we added a vertical Belly Band, couple little flagged pieces.  We stamped the top flag with a sentiment and that cute little spider - and the orange glitter gave it the needed "bling"!  Fill your bag with treats (or money as was suggested by a Club Member - lol) and staple all together at the top with some twine for a bow. 
How's that for ease and fun - for a Happy Halloween!!  ~Maureen
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Saturday, October 1, 2016

North to Alaska....


Hi All - We recently learned that the next incentive trip that Stampin' Up! will be allowing us to earn is a cruise to ALASKA!  and guess what - I wanna go!  So my motivation to earn this trip - will mean lots and lots of specials for my customers.  The earning period is Oct. 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017.  So hang on to your hats - this year is going to be a bumpy, amazing ride!!
ALASKAN LOOT - to BOOT!!
So to start off - beginning Oct. 1, 2016 I am launching a new incentive program for my customers for this earning period - every time you purchase $25 from me (pre S&H/tax) you will earn ALASKAN LOOT, each time you attend a class you will earn ALASKAN LOOT, each time you hostess a workshop in the year earning period you will earn ALASKAN LOOT, each time you refer a new customer to me who attends a class or purchases from me you will earn ALASKAN LOOT - plus I'll add more possibilities for earning as time goes on.  Watch for full details coming by mid-October: but just know - you will EARN beginning Oct. 1 whether or not all details have been posted.  This LOOT will be redeemable from me for any purchase or event I hold, and it can accumulate.  You won't have to keep track - I will - and anytime you want to see what you've accumulated - just let me know.  I've developed an excel spreadsheet to keep track.  
PLUS - anyone who has earned any ALASKAN LOOT during the year will be invited to join me for a special 'NORTH TO ALASKA' party that will be held September of 2017 - IF I earn the trip!!  For those who help me earn it - this will be FREE event - with giveaways, fun, food, BINGO, stamping and more!  Plus special prizes for the my top FIVE helpers!!!  So get ready to STAMP and PARTY!