Monthly Archives: May 2014

JUNE CLASS – Sketch Stamp-a-stack

Too many stamps to say goodbye to

– let’s get them all out and play!

This class coincides with the release of the retiring list for the current Annual Catalogue so I thought it would be a good time to give those retiring stamps one more go.

I’ll provide you with three design sketches and you’ll be free to get creative and experiment with those designs on
as many cards as you can manage to make in the time frame.
(max. 12 per person)

The three cards above will be our starting point, all of them using my favourite retiring colour – Primrose Petals! As you can see, the cards were inspired by these three sketches that I’ve created from experience over my years of stamping:

 

 

Thursday 5th JUNE

8pm – 11pm

NARRE WARREN

$25 per person

 

OR

 

Friday 6th JUNE

10am – 1pm

NARRE WARREN

$25 per person

Children able to entertain themselves in the next room are welcome!

Click here to book now

I’ll show you how to interpret the sketches and use them as the basis for cards using any materials, any colours and for any occasion. Once you’ve mastered these you’ll have a fantastic resource at your disposal whenever you sit down to make a card. And as I said, you’ll be free to experiment with all of the retiring products I have.

Here are some more ideas to get you started:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Every stamp or die used in all of these cards is retiring and now only available while stocks last!

 

 

Bookings essential

*ALL CLASS ATTENDEES CAN GET A $10 DISCOUNT ON THE CLASS FEE BY PLACING AN ORDER OF $100 OR MORE ON THE DAY

Cheers

Genna

 

The Retiring List is Up!

 Click image above to view in my online shop!

 

The current Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalogue ends on 30th June.

Hundreds of products have just weeks left
– and are now only while stocks last!

Loads of discounts – 25%, 40% and even 50%!

 
Click below to PRINT the pdf versions of the retiring lists now to avoid missing out:

Or if you’re a visual person click the button below to see them all in my online shop:

OR CALL ME ON 03 9705 2553
OR EMAIL YOUR ORDER STRAIGHT TO ME!

Here’s an example of just a couple of the stamps that are going:



Secret Garden
Clear (129144)  $35.95
Wood (131940) WAS $44.95 NOW $26.97 

THAT’S 40% OFF!

 

 

Mr & Mrs
Wood (132575) WAS $15.95 NOW $11.17 

THAT’S 30% OFF!

If you’d like to receive a visual list of ALL the retiring products – as well as some samples using them – Subscribe to my newsletter.

And don’t forget that the Occasions Catalogue is finishing at the end of June too!

Although some products will be available in the new catalogue many won’t – but these products won’t be on the retiring list!

Click to view online

 

Cheers

Genna

Weekly Deals No. 9

Click image above to view the deals in my online shop!

3/16″ Corner Punch (p181)
(119871) WAS $11.95 NOW $8.96

■ New, sleeker body style
■ Larger surface area offers precise cutting and leverage
■ Locks to store

Stitched Satin Ribbon – Gumball Green (p173)
(126848) WAS $15.95 NOW $11.96

3/8″ wide, 9.1m long. Four rows of stitches through touchable satin.

 Holiday Ornaments Framelits Dies (online)
(127816) WAS $42.95 NOW $32.21

Designed to frame around stamped images from the Ornament Keepsakes Stamp Set so you can see where to cut the images!
Cut single sheets of paper.
Largest ornament: 3-1/16″ x 1-3/4″.
8 dies. Use with Big Shot machine, Standard Cutting Pads, and Multipurpose Platform.

Perfect Pennants Bigz Die (p192)
(123126) WAS $55.95 NOW $41.96

Ideal for cutting thicker materials and multiple layers. Use with Standard Cutting Pads. Measures 6″ x 8-3/4″.

Quatrefancy Specialty Designer Series Paper (p150)
(130141) WAS $21.95 NOW $16.46

Bold and beautiful quatrefoil designs. Includes Whisper White quatrefoil print on specialty window sheet.
Coordinating colors: Daffodil Delight, Island Indigo, Pool Party, Pumpkin Pie, Strawberry Slush, Whisper White.

■ 12 sheets, 2 each of 5 double-sided designs and 2 each of 1 printed window sheet
■ 12″ x 12
■ Acid free, lignin free

Glimmer Paper – Silver (p156)
(124005) WAS $8.95 NOW $6.71

 Create festive shapes with Bigz, Bigz L, or Bigz XL, and Originals Dies, or any cutting tool.
2 sheets total. 12″ x 12″.

 

Spring To Life Kit – Digital Download (Online)
(133026) WAS $10.95 NOW $6.57

Download includes:
* 11-piece SVG stamp brush set*
* 12 Designer Series Papers
* 15 embellishments

Features:
* Digital exclusive
* Gorgeous woods, leaves, and flowers give a relaxing feel that will invite spring to arrive
Colors:
Always Artichoke, Bashful Blue, Brilliant Blue, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Lucky Limeade, Marina Mist, Sahara Sand, Tangerine Tango, Very Vanilla, Wild Wasabi
* Note: SVG stamps do not work with the original My Digital Studio software

 

ALL SPECIALS ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL

TUESDAY 3rd JUNE

 

Let me know if you’d like to purchase any

or order it online using the direct link below:

 

Cheers

Genna

Weekly Deals No. 8 (with pictures)

Click image above to view the deals in my online shop!

Brights Glimmer Brads (p170)
(121006) WAS $8.95 NOW $6.71

■ Approximately 3/8”
■ Each set includes 40 brads, 8 each in 5 colors
■ Brights: Real Red, Rich Razzleberry, Pumpkin Pie, Tempting Turquoise, Old Olive

Fancy Flower Punch (p183)
(118073) WAS $29.95 NOW $22.46

 Basic Jewels – Large Rhinestones (p171)
(129324) WAS $8.95 NOW $6.71

Half-backed. Adhesive-backed. 40 total: ea. 8 mm.

Crumb Cake Notecard Envelopes (p153)
(131528) WAS $9.50 NOW $7.13

* 40 Crumb Cake envelopes
* 5-1/8″ x 3-5/8″

Stitched Satin Ribbon – Primrose Petals (p173)
(126844) WAS $15.95 NOW $11.96

Four rows of stitches through touchable satin
3/8″ (1cm) wide, 9.1m long

Stripes Embossing Folder (p191)
(123128) WAS $13.95 NOW $10.46

 Creates a strong, embossed image on single layers of card stock and Designer Series Paper. Folder measure 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″.

 

Made From Scratch Recipes Designer Template – Digital Download (Online)
(129004) WAS $19.50 NOW $11.70

Download includes:
* 26-page 5-1/2″ x 6-1/2″ recipe template
* 25-piece stamp brush set
* 5 Designer Series Paper patterns
* 57 embellishments
* One-page 8-1/2″ x 11″ designer template

Features:
* Digital-exclusive
* Just add photos and recipes for a quick giftable easel recipe book.
* Create in software as an easel calendar project.
* Use our traditional Spiral Border Punch to add additional recipes.
* Contents work well to create recipe books, cards, or any cooking-themed projects.
* Bonus 8-1/2″ x 11″ designer template includes category tabs to print and adhere to recipe book. Also includes extra pieces to create a cute tag to gift the recipe book, or design additional pieces.

Coordinating colors:
Blushing Bride, Early Espresso, Garden Green, Going Gray, Lucky Limeade, Peach Parfait, Marina Mist, Night of Navy, Poppy Parade, Rich Razzleberry, Tangerine Tango

ALL SPECIALS ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL

TUESDAY 27TH MAY

 

Let me know if you’d like to purchase any

or order it online using the direct link below:

 

Cheers

Genna

Exclusive Tag A Bag Bundle – but only until Wednesday

 

Exciting news! As a Stampin’ Up! convention attendee I get to offer my customers an exclusive bundle. During convention we learned how to make the gorgeous Tag a Bag project below. And, until 28 May, you can purchase the exclusive Convention Tag a Bag Bundle for 15% off!

This special offer is only available to convention attendees and their customers.
  


The bundle includes

  • Chevron Tag a Bag Gift Bags (item 131370) $6.95
  • Gold Fancy Foil Designer Vellum (item 133363) $18.95
  • Watercolor Wonder Designer Washi Tape (item 133000) $8.95 

  • Sassy Salutations Stamp Set (item 132070 Wood  $41.95/ item 126707 Clear $33.95) 


 

Wood-Mount Bundle (item 138102)
at 15% off is $65.25

Clear-Mount Bundle (item 138103)
at 15% off is  $58.48 

Let me know if you’d like to

purchase this bundle before it’s too late!

Cheers

Genna

May Give It A Go Class

Make a fun shaped card for a lovely lady.
Create a technique sheet with 7 basic stamping techniques and learn what Stampin’ Up! is all about.

What are the
Give It A Go Classes
all about?

 $10 Per Person

Wednesday 28th MAY
10am – 11.30am
OR
8pm – 9.30pm
NARRE WARREN

Bookings Essential

If you want to come along please make sure you click the button above and follow the prompts to book your place.

EVERYONE WHO BRINGS ALONG A FRIEND WHO ISN’T ALREADY ON MY MAILING LIST WILL GET A PRIZE! LET ME KNOW IN ADVANCE SO I CAN BE ORGANISED FOR IT!

Note: Anyone who would like to make a card like this at their own home workshop just let me know.

Cheers

Genna

Weekly Deals No. 8

Click image above to view the deals in my online shop!

 Today marks the release of the last of the scheduled Weekly Deals

Today is also the day I set off for the annual Stampin’ Up! Convention so it’s tricky for me to get on here and do a detailed post for you.

I’ll be back at the weekend with images and more details but for now please click the image above or the button below to go directly to my online shop to view the latest deals.

ALL SPECIALS ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL

TUESDAY 28TH MAY

 

Let me know if you’d like to purchase any

or order it online using the direct link below:

Cheers

Genna

Annual Stampin’ Up! Convention

I’m very excited to be heading to the annual Stampin’ Up! Convention this week along with some lovely friends and team members. It’s in Melbourne this year, which is actually quite a relief with everything going on at home. We’ll still be staying in town to make sure we really indulge ourselves in all things Stampin’ Up! but won’t have to deal with any travel.
I didn’t earn the Incentive Trip this year – a Caribbean Cruise that’s just taken place – but I’ll still be walking the stage for multiple awards. This past Stampin’ Up! year I’ve reached my 5-year Anniversary and my first Career Milestone Sales award for $100,000. I also earned awards for both Sales and Recruiting.

And I was thrilled to receive this in the mail:

It’s an invitation to the much-anticipated Managers’ Reception where they spoil us rotten. This year it’s being held in the Myer Mural Rom and I can’t wait. I’ve never been there, have you?

If you would like to keep up to date with all the Convention happenings, make sure you head over and LIKE my Facebook Page:

 

Cheers

Genna

 

Ready. Set. Send. – Cards For A Cure

Stampin’ Up! have teamed up with

the National Breast Cancer Foundation!


Everyone loves receiving handmade cards but not everyone loves making them – shock, horror!!!!

Now you can give the gift of a handmade card without the fuss of making it, and benefit a great cause at the same time.

The Ready. Set. Send. card boxes contain 10 completed cards and for every set sold Stampin’ Up! will donate $10 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. How great is that!

Show the world you care while showing someone you love that you care!

 

  

 

 

Ready, Set, Send Card Kit
(133384) $19.00


The sturdy plastic storage box includes:

* 5 birthday cards
* 5 thank-you cards
* 10 Whisper White envelopes 

WITH $10 FROM EVERY PURCHASE BEING DONATED TO THE NATIONAL BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION!

Who do you know who would appreciate

a box of ready-made cards as a gift?

 

C lick above to go to the NBCF official site

Cheers

Genna

Updated Clearance Rack!

 

The Clearance Rack is a section of my online shop where you can choose from a limited range of retired products – none of which are listed in any current catalogue. AND you can get them at amazing prices. BUT only while stocks last.

The Clearance Rack is now a permanent feature that will be updated from time to time so make sure you keep an eye on it. As luck would have it, a new range of products from last year’s Holiday Catalogue were added yesterday! Here are a few of the new picks:

 

Expressions Thinlits Dies (Set of three words)
WAS $42.95 NOW $25.79

Frosted Finishes Embellishments 12 pack
WAS $11.95 NOW $4.79

 

Pretty Print Embossing Folder
WAS $13.95 NOW $8.39

 

Season of Style Designer Series Paper 12″ x 12″
WAS $18.95 NOW $7.59

Winter Frost Specialty Paper 12″ x 12″
WAS $22.95 NOW $8.79

Cherry Cobbler 1″ Grosgrain Stitched Edge Ribbon
WAS $15.95 NOW $6.09

And more….but only while stocks last
so click here for the full details

 

There is no minimum order.

There is no special requirement.
Anyone can order at the discount prices.

  • Orders can be shipped directly to you and postage is $5.95 or 5%, whichever is greater.
  • Online orders require a credit card.
  • If ordering offline through me, payment is due at time of ordering.
  • Credit card payments and cash will secure your order immediately.
  • Orders paid with cheque or direct transfer will be placed when the money has cleared.
  • Hostess benefits apply to ANY orders over $300 even if not placed during a workshop!

 If you don’t want to shop online, email or call me on 9705 2553
with your order and I’ll place it for you.

Don’t delay and miss out!

 Cheers

Genna

 

Weekly Deals No. 7

Click image above to view the deals in my online shop!

2012-2014 In Colour Designer Series Paper Stack (p152)
(130137) WAS $37.95 NOW $28.46 

12″ x 12″
40 sheets per package, 4 each of 2 double-sided designs in 5 colors
Acid free, lignin free

Ruffle Stretch Trim – Coastal Cabana (p173)
(130024) WAS $15.95 NOW $11.96

One edge has ruffles, the other has stretchy elastic.
1cm wide
Approximately 9.1m long

 Ruffle Stretch Trim – Pistachio Pudding (p173)
(130020) WAS $15.95 NOW $11.96

One edge has ruffles, the other has stretchy elastic.
1cm wide
Approximately 9.1m long

Etcetera Designer Series Paper (p153)
(130129) WAS $18.95 NOW $14.21

This variety of patterns ensures you have all the bits and pieces you need. Coordinates with the Etcetera suite.

Coordinating colors: Summer Starfruit, Crisp Cantaloupe, Bermuda Bay, Basic Gray, Gumball Green, Raspberry Ripple, Very Vanilla.
* 12 sheets, 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12″ x 12
* Acid free, lignin free


Gingham Garden Designer Series Paper (p153)
(129310) WAS $18.95 NOW $14.21

Your projects will bloom and grow with this paper assortment. Coordinates with Gingham Garden suite.

Coordinating colors: Night of Navy, Island Indigo, Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White.
12 sheets, 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
12″ x 12
Acid free, lignin-free

Gingham Garden Designer Washi Tape (p171)
(129314) WAS $8.95 NOW $6.71

Warning: Washi tape is addictive. Once you start using it, you might not be able to stop! Embellish paper projects, mark really important things on your calendar, cover boring refrigerator magnets. Skip the ribbon on packages and criss-cross them with washi tape designs. Wrap pencils. Alter journals.

Coordinating colors: Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, Pear Pizzazz, Night of Navy, Island Indigo.
3 designs
1 roll each of 3 widths: 0.9cm, 1.3cm & 1.6cm
4.6m per roll

 

BBQ Blitz Ensemble – Digital Download (Online)
(130863) WAS $13.95 NOW $8.37

Download includes:
* 10-page designer template (8-1/2″ x 11)
* 1-page designer template (12″ x 12″)
* 13-piece stamp brush set
* 18 Designer Series Papers
* 34 embellishments

Features:
* Digital-exclusive
* Everything you need for your backyard BBQ: recipe cards, table tents/name cards, invitations, coasters, napkin rings, tags and a designer template page to document your party
* Easy to create coordinating projects with all included elements

Coordinating colors:
Baja Breeze, Basic Gray, Daffodil Delight, Lucky Limeade, Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry

ALL SPECIALS ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL

TUESDAY 20TH MAY

 

Let me know if you’d like to purchase any

or order it online using the direct link below:

Cheers

Genna

New Photopolymer Stamps

Exclusive Sets Available Until The End Of May

After spending many years searching for the right material to be able to introduce completely clear stamps, Stampin’ Up! is thrilled to announce that the upcoming Annual Catalougue – to be released in July – will feature wood mount, clear mount AND photopolymer stamps!

These photopolymer stamps are top quality and stick extremely well on the acrylic blocks. They’re durable and transparent so it’s easier to line up your images  – especially words and alphabets!

Find out more in this video:

 

And so you don’t have to wait for the new catalogue to try these new stamps out we have two exclusive sets available until the end of May:

133450 Show & Tell 1

(available in photopolymer only) $23.95

 

133481 Show & Tell 2

(available in photopolymer only) $23.95

  Buy Both Sets

& Get A FREE Online Class!

 

138101 Show & Tell Bundle
Both Show & Tell Stamp Sets and an Online Class
(available in photopolymer only) $47.90

The Show & Tell 1 and 2 Stamp Sets feature over 60 versatile images that you can mix and match to create personalized backgrounds, patterns, layers, and dimensions to make any project stand out. These sets are featured in the Seeing the Possibilities Online Class, where you’ll learn how to maximize your photopolymer stamp sets. Purchase the bundle and get Seeing the Possibilities Online Class for free! (Class available for download only.)
 

Divided into six PDF documents, this class includes written instructions, step-out photos, instructional videos, and supply lists for 15 projects. 
The following topics are covered in the class:

  • Backgrounds
  • Building
  • Layering
  • Versatility
  • Gift Giving
  • Memory Keeping

View this video to get more ideas for using your Photopolymer Stamps!

 

Let me know if you’d like to purchase these products
or order online using the direct link below.

OR CALL 03 9705 2553 OR EMAIL
YOUR ORDER STRAIGHT TO ME!

Cheers

Genna

Weekly Deals No. 6!

Click image to view the deals in my online shop!


 Adorning Accents Embossing Folders (p190)
(125601) WAS $15.95 NOW $11.96 

Add deeply embossed impressions to the edges of your cards with these newly sized folders! Add extra dimension by cutting the side of your card first with the Adorning Accents Edgelits, then emboss using these folders. Largest embossed design is approximately 5-1/2″ x 1″ long. Set of 3 folders.

 Beautiful Butterflies Bigz Die (p192)
(114507) WAS $37.95 NOW $28.46

 ■ Use a Sizzix Big Shot machine and standard cutting pads with this die
■ 5-1/2″ x 6″
■ Rule-based die which can cut up to 50 different materials
■ Fold paper and align with the side of the butterfly for an even bigger image
■ Stampin’ Up! Exclusive die

 Glass Glitter – Champagne (p167)
(120997) WAS $6.95 NOW $5.21

 ■ Approx. 1 oz.
■ Vintage-looking glitter with amazing sparkle and shine
■ Finish will slightly tarnish over time, giving an aged, authentic feel

Heat Tool (p167)
(129056) WAS $49.95 NOW $37.46

 • A slim, sleek design makes it easy-to-hold.
• 2 heat settings give you full control.
• Use low for drying ink and high for heat-setting Stampin’ Emboss Powder and Heat & Stick Powder.

Embossing Powder – Pewter (p167)
(124114) WAS $8.50 NOW $6.38

 Use your favorite stamp, powder, VersaMark Pad, and the Heat Tool. 1/2 oz.

Embossing Powder – Pool Party (p167)
(129398) WAS $8.50 NOW $6.38

Use your favorite stamp, powder, VersaMark Pad, and the Heat Tool. 1/2 oz.

Embossing Powder – Tangerine Tango (p167)
(123106) WAS $8.50
 NOW $6.38

  Use your favorite stamp, powder, VersaMark Pad, and the Heat Tool. 1/2 oz.

 

The Man, The Myth Board Book Designer Template – Digital Download (Online)
(130104) WAS $16.50 NOW $9.90

Download includes:
*34-page 8″ x 8″ board book designer template
* 40-piece stamp brush set

Features:
* Digital-exclusive
* An impressive board book for your dad to treasure for years to come

Coordinating colors:
Basic Black, Basic Gray, Crumb Cake, Island Indigo, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party

ALL SPECIALS ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL

TUESDAY 13TH MAY

Let me know if you’d like to purchase any

or order it online using the direct link below:

Cheers

Genna

MAY CLASS – By Request!

“What would you like to learn in a class?” I asked

And this was the response:

How does the Spiral Flower Die work?

What can you do with paper piercing other than borders?

Are the Fringe Scissors useful for anything other than making grass or feathers?

What do you do with the Mini Muslin Bags?

Can we make something for Mothers’ Day?

So this is the class I came up with:

 Thursday  8th MAY

8pm – 11pm

NARRE WARREN

$25 per person 

OR

Friday 9th MAY

10am – 1pm

NARRE WARREN

$25 per person

Children able to entertain themselves in the next room are welcome!

OR

Monday 12th MAY

10am – 1pm

NARRE WARREN

$25 per person

Children able to entertain themselves in the next room are welcome!

Click here to book now

I was so pleased to be able to answer all of those requests in just these three projects. Here’s a bit more detail:

The first project covers three of those bases, the Spiral Flower Die, Paper Piercing & Mothers’ Day all in one little card.

Although of course you can change out the greeting if it doesn’t suit your needs.

Here’s a closer look at the flowers – note how you can change the size of the flower. All made using the one die!

And the second project also uses the same die to create a different flower again:
Note the similarity between the flourish on the bag and the pierced flourish on the card above!
And here’s the die itself…in case you were wondering why it was called a Spiral Flower Die…

Spiral Flower Die (Occasions p32)
 (129379) $29.95
Time for the Fringe Scissors to come out to play in the final project:
They were put to use on the background and the feature ‘flower’!

Fringe Scissors (Occasions p31)
 (133325) $16.95

Oh, and I found one more use for those Fringe Scissors and the packing paper that comes in Stampin’ Up! parcels…

 

Bookings essential

*ALL CLASS ATTENDEES CAN GET A $10 DISCOUNT ON THE CLASS FEE BY PLACING AN ORDER OF $100 OR MORE ON THE DAY

Cheers

Genna

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