MDS Valentines

These are the Valentine treat pouches I made for the kids at school using My Digital Studio 2 from Stampin' Up!  They came out so cute and were very quick to make.  The best part is, I can easily make them again next year just by having the file printed again.  The cutting and assembly took less than an hour, so next year they'll be REALLY fast to make!

Sale-a-bration Begins TODAY!

Ahhh, Sale-a-bration...my favorite time of the stampin' year!  It's the time of year when customers and demonstrators get something special from Stampin' Up! in the form of free gifts for each $50 we spend!  What could be better than that?!

I've spent a little time playing with some of my freebies, and boy...there are some cute products in this year's SAB (Sale-a-bration) that you can earn!  Check out this cute card I whipped up recently while my kids were napping.

How sweet is that little butterfly?  I am loving it!  The colors perked me right up, too...my color inspiration came from this year's paper pack (which you can get for free, too).  Here's a closer look at the butterfly:

So if you've been working on a wish list, or thinking of hosting a party, this is the time to do it!  It's seriously the best time of the year to place orders, host parties, and especially to be a demonstrator.  For example, I've been earning SAB freebies for weeks now.  :)  Click here for more information!

Valentine Class

I hope you can come to my Valentine Class!  We'll be using the You are Loved stamp set to make a stack of 6 cards.  The design is perfect for friends, family members, or that special someone.

Do you need more (or less) than 6?  Let me know!  You will be able to customize your stack to make the quantity you need.

Class price: $15
Session 1 - Wednesday, January 30th 4:30-6:00
Session 2 - Wednesday, January 30th 7:00-8:30
Session 3 - Friday, February 1st 4:30-6:00

To register for this class, contact me by Sunday, January 27th.  Then bring the class fee to your session.  (Due to the short registration period for this class, I am not requiring advance payments.)

Love the stamp set and color combination, but can't make it to class?  Here are some other designs I came up with as I was working on this event.  Maybe these will get your creative juices flowing so you can create your own valentines this year.  Just drop me an email or give me a call, and I'll be happy to help you with your design and to figure out what supplies you'll need to order in plenty of time to get them finished.

Or, contact me to set up your own Valentine class for you and some friends!

Stamp set: You Are Loved
Cardstock/Ink: Calypso Coral, Riding Hood Red, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Techniques: Sponging, tearing, stamping off, rock 'n roll
Tools: Various punches & embossing folders, Color spritzer tool, Stampin' Sponges
Accessories: Calypso Coral ruffled ribbon, pearls
Adhesive: Snail, dimensionals, glue dots

Box of Chocolates

Here is the third project we'll be making at my fast-approaching "Last Minute Gifts" class.

"Last Minute Gifts" Class

We'll be making four Christmas gifts at this class: two gift card holders, a wine bottle tag, and an adorable box of chocolates.  The price of the class includes the chocolate, but not the wine.  :)

"Last Minute Gifts" Class

Class fee: $20.00

Wednesday, December 5 - 4:30-6:30  (Register by 12/4)

Friday, December 7 - 7:00-9:00 (Register by 12/6)

Tuesday, December 18 - 4:30-6:30  OR  7:00-9:00 (Register by 12/17)

Since this is a class geared toward procrastinators like me, I will be accepting registrations right up until 6:00 PM on the day before EACH session.  In order to do that, I won't be be able to accept cancellations - which just means that if you can't make it after all, you'll need to let me know ASAP so I can make your projects for you.

  

To Register:

Send me an email by the registration deadline.

Bring your class fee to the class.

 That's it!  :)

WOW! Great sale next week!!

There are only a few seats left...

...for April Card Club. Hope you can join us!

Tuesday April 12th
4:30-6:00 (4 seats left)
OR
7:30-9:00 (3 seats left)

Wednesday April 13th
4:30-6:00 (1 seat left)
OR
7:30-9:00 (4 seats left)

TODAY is the Registration deadline for this month's Card Club.

Regular Price: $20.00

Early Bird: $15.00

Registration Deadline: 4/11
Early Bird Registration: 4/5

We'll be making 6 cards (one design) at this class. Usually I have a few sentiments available, so you can make the types of cards you need.

Card Club is a monthly event, but there is no commitment involved. This is a great option for those with busy schedules, because you can have your cards finished in only one hour!

Early Bird Pricing is no longer available for this month, but you'll automatically get the Early Bird price when you pay in advance for 5 sessions at a time, and you always get the 6th session FREE!

To register, email me at melissastamps@gmail.com. You can then mail me a check, pay in person, or pay electronically via Paypal.

Click here to view my entire current event calendar.

There is room for you at March Card Club!

Tuesday is the Registration deadline for this month's Card Club.

Details for this event:

Wednesday, March16th
4:30-6:00 pm (2 seats left)

OR

7:30-9:00 pm (6 seats left)

Thursday, March17th
4:30-6:00 pm (4 seats left)
OR
7:30-9:00 pm (6 seats left)

Regular Price: $20.00

Early Bird: $15.00

Registration Deadline: 3/15
Early Bird Registration: 3/9

We'll be making 6 cards (one design) at this class. Usually I have a few sentiments available, so you can make the types of cards you need.

Card Club is a monthly event, but there is no commitment involved. This is a great option for those with busy schedules, because you can have your cards finished in only one hour!

Early Bird Pricing is no longer available for this month, but you'll automatically get the Early Bird price when you pay in advance for 5 sessions at a time, and you always get the 6th session FREE!

To register, email me at melissastamps@gmail.com. You can then mail me a check, pay in person, or pay electronically via Paypal.

Click here to view my entire current event calendar.

Last Chance to Register for February's Card Club

Tomorrow is the Registration deadline for this month's Card Club.

Details for this event:

Tuesday, February 15th
4:30-6:00 pm (4 seats left)

OR

7:30-9:00 pm (4 seats left)

Wednesday, February 16th
4:30-6:00 pm (2 seats left)
OR
7:30-9:00 pm (6 seats left)

Regular Price: $20.00

Early Bird: $15.00

Registration Deadline: 2/14
Early Bird Registration: 2/8

Card Club is a monthly event, but there is no commitment involved. This is a great option for those with busy schedules, because you can have your cards finished in only one hour!

We'll be making 6 cards (one design) at this class. Usually I have a few sentiments available, so you can make the types of cards you need.

Early Bird Pricing is no longer available for this month, but you'll automatically get the Early Bird price when you pay in advance for 5 sessions at a time, and you always get the 6th session FREE!

To register, email me at melissastamps@gmail.com. You can then mail me a check, pay in person, or pay electronically via Paypal.

Click here to view my entire current event calendar.

Early Bird Registration Ends Tomorrow

Tomorrow is the Early Bird Registration deadline for this month's Card Club.

Details for this event:

Tuesday, February 15th
4:30-6:00 pm (6 seats left)
OR
7:30-9:00 pm (4 seats left)

Wednesday, February 16th
4:30-6:00 pm (4 seats left)
OR
7:30-9:00 pm (6 seats left)

Regular Price: $20.00

Early Bird: $15.00

Registration Deadline: 2/14
Early Bird Registration: 2/8

Card Club is a monthly event, but there is no commitment involved. This is a great option for those with busy schedules, because you can have your cards finished in only one hour!

We'll be making 6 cards (one design) at this class. Usually I have a few sentiments available, so you can make the types of cards you need.

Don't forget, you'll automatically get the Early Bird price when you pay in advance for 5 sessions at a time, and you always get the 6th session FREE!

To register, email me at melissastamps@gmail.com. You can then mail me a check, pay in person, or pay electronically via Paypal.

Click here to view my entire current event calendar.

Last Chance to Register for February's 10 for 10

Need some cards, but don't have a lot of time and/or don't want to spend much money? This is the event for you! Make 10 very simple cards for only $10! These cards involve very few steps, and (usually) no layers or embellishments. So you can be heading for home in less than an hour!

Email me at melissastamps@gmail.com to register. Event details are below.

February 10th
4:30-6:00
OR
7:30-9:00

Registration Deadline: 2/7

Registration Deadline for January Card Club is Tomorrow

Tomorrow is the Registration deadline for this month's Card Club.

Details for this event:

Wednesday, January 19th
4:30-6:00 pm (FULL)
OR
7:30-9:00 pm (6 seats left)

Thursday, January 20th
4:30-6:00 pm (4 seats left)
OR
7:30-9:00 pm (6 seats left)

Regular Price: $20.00

Early Bird: $15.00

Registration Deadline: 1/18
Early Bird Registration: 1/12

Card Club is a monthly event, but there is no commitment involved. This is a great option for those with busy schedules, because you can have your cards finished in only one hour!

We'll be making 6 cards (one design) at this class. Usually I have a few sentiments available, so you can make the types of cards you need.

Early Bird Pricing is no longer available for this month, but don't forget, you'll automatically get the Early Bird price when you pay in advance for 5 sessions at a time, and you always get the 6th session FREE!

To register, email me at melissastamps@gmail.com. You can then mail me a check, pay in person, or pay electronically via Paypal.

Click here to view my entire current event calendar.

Early Bird Deadline is Tomorrow

Tomorrow is the Early Bird Registration deadline for this month's Card Club.

Details for this event:

Wednesday, January 19th
4:30-6:00 pm (1 seat left)
OR
7:30-9:00 pm (6 seats left)

Thursday, January 20th
4:30-6:00 pm (5 seats left)
OR
7:30-9:00 pm (6 seats left)

Regular Price: $20.00

Early Bird: $15.00

Registration Deadline: 1/18
Early Bird Registration: 1/12

Card Club is a monthly event, but there is no commitment involved. This is a great option for those with busy schedules, because you can have your cards finished in only one hour!

We'll be making 6 cards (one design) at this class. Usually I have a few sentiments available, so you can make the types of cards you need.

Don't forget, you'll automatically get the Early Bird price when you pay in advance for 5 sessions at a time, and you always get the 6th session FREE!

To register, email me at melissastamps@gmail.com. You can then mail me a check, pay in person, or pay electronically via Paypal.

Click here to view my entire current event calendar.

Last Chance to Register for January's 10 for 10

Need some cards, but don't have a lot of time and/or don't want to spend much money? This is the event for you! Make 10 very simple cards for only $10! These cards involve very few steps, and (usually) no layers or embellishments. So you can be heading for home in less than an hour!

Email me at melissastamps@gmail.com to register. Event details are below.

January 12th
4:30-6:00
OR
7:30-9:00

Registration Deadline: 1/10

Ready for some SHOPPING?!

This weekend (Friday and Saturday) is my Crafty Indoor Yard Sale! Be sure to make time to swing by my house to do a little shopping. I have a lot of great items at EXCELLENT prices...I've slashed prices even more since my July yard sale, and added a few things, too.

Just look at all this wonderful stuff I'm selling. Stamp sets and card stock and markers...oh my!

It's sure to be another busy summer weekend, but if you plan to swing by my house on Friday or Saturday, you won't be disappointed! Dates and times: Friday from 3-5 and Saturday from 9-1. Hope to see you!

August Card Club

Here are photos of the card we'll be making at this month's Card Club.

This event will be held on Monday and Tuesday, August 16th and 17th, from 2:00-4:00 Open House (you can arrive anytime between 2:00 and 4:00).


General Card Club information:

Cost: $15 (see alternatives below) Time needed: 1 hour Seats: 8

Have fun making a supply of hand-stamped cards, for much less than you would spend at your local card store! There's no other purchase required - just come to my house and make your six cards.

* NO commitment, NOTHING to join, NO orders required
* All sessions open house; allow about 1 hour to make your cards
* When possible, a variety of sentiments made available

Payment options:
* $15 for 6 cards & envelopes any one month (= $2.50/card)
* Come to 5 club gatherings; get the 6th free (= $2.08/card)
* Pay ahead for 5 sessions; get $5 off the total amount (= $1.94/card)
* Bring a friend who's never been to Club; get $5 off that month (= $1.67/card)

Gift Class this week

We'll be making this cute card tote at Gift Class this week, along with 3x3 cards and envelopes to fill it up, and a unique candy holder. Be sure to let me know right away if you'd like to attend!

To get more information on this and all my events, click here to go to the events page on my site.

Friday Free-for-All

Friday Free-for-All is tomorrow! It's like an open crop - your chance to get moving on all those crafty projects you've been procrastinating, plus have access to my punches and other tools. Contact me if you'd like to join the productive fun!

If you haven't RSVP'd for Card Club yet but you are planning to attend, please get back to me ASAP so I can have your materials ready. We are making a fun card this month using some of the NEW colors from Stampin' Up!

This month's Club will be Wednesday and Thursday, July 21st and 22nd, from 9-11 AM. Card Club is always Open House, which means you can arrive anytime between 9 and 11, right up until 11:00. If you need to come even later than that, please let me know, as I can usually accommodate various schedules.

Hope to see you later this week!






Details:
RSVP with payment: 3 days prior
Cost: $15 (see alternatives below) Time needed: 1 hour Seats: 8
Have fun making a supply of hand-stamped cards, for much less than you would spend at your local card store! There's no other purchase required - just come to my house and make your six cards.

Other information:
* NO commitment, NOTHING to join, NO orders required
* All sessions open house, and you will need about 1 hour to make your cards
* When possible, a variety of sentiments made available

Payment options:
* $15 for 6 cards & envelopes any one month (= $2.50/card)
* Come to 5 club gatherings; get the 6th free (= $2.08/card)
* Pay ahead for 5 sessions; get $5 off the total amount (= $1.94/card)
* Bring a friend who's never been to Club; get $5 off that month (= $1.67/card)

Don't forget - open house TODAY!

Hope to see you at my open house today, celebrating the new Idea Book & Catalog from Stampin' Up! See yesterday's post for more details.