PMS Night...

Hello Everyone!

I am hosting my first ever PMS Night on Saturday, April 25^th at 6.

That's right, PMS! Pizza, Music, Stamping (or scrapbooking) This is one of those events where you bring your cards, scrapbook pages, unfinished projects, etc., what ever it is that you want to work on over to my house and we stamp and scrap the night away!!

You are more than welcome to use any of my stamp sets, ink pads, punches, or even my Big Shot and dies! If you're feeling creatively challenged, I will be here to give you assistance should you need it! You will need to bring all consumable items including paper and adhesive.

I will have door prizes throughout the evening.... Please RSVP with payment no later than Thursday, April 23rd. Start time is 6 pm and runs until 12 am (you do not need to stay until 12 am if you choose not to).

Event fee: $15. This will cover pizza, beverages, salad and a desert. Please feel free to pass this information along to anyone else who might be interested.

Since Teacher Appreciation is just around the corner, this is what I’ll be working on that night. If you’d like to have something EASY ready to go for the night, I will also have kits available. We will be using the Summer Love Rub-Ons out of the new mini catalog. You will get all the supplies to make 6 cards with matching envelopes all packaged and ready to give to your favorite teacher plus you keep the left over Rub-Ons from your sheet. One set is $15 and your second set is only $5 more. These must be pre-paid by April 17^th so that I have enough time to order everything. You can see a picture below of the finished project.

Picture Copyright Lisa Culbert and Stampin' Up!

I have missed stamping with you all and hope you can come play that night. Happy Stamping!!!

Karen Thompson

Club is tonight

Here is a sneak peak of one of the cards we will be doing at club tonight.


It's a different take on the tent card. The envelope is behind it. I have to admit I got a little frustrated trying to figure this one out (and I had directions)! Just a little hint, it helps a lot if you score at all the right places and in the right directions. I got this idea from Splitcoaststampers of course. Here is the link to the directions. You can see more ideas be searching for WW090. Looking forward to seeing all my girls tonight or tomorrow morning. Denise, you family is in my thoughts and prayers. Have a safe trip to Del Rio. We'll see you next time.

Karen :)

April Card Kit of the Month

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The Card Kit of the Month Program – April 2009

Featured Set: “Cute & Cuddly” and Featured Accessory: Buttons Latte

You’ll receive the supplies to create SIX of EACH design shown above – so you will receive all of the consumable supplies that you need to create 12 cards total. You will also receive 2 additional full color samples of “alternative” cards that you can make with the combined contents of the kit! In addition, you’ll receive detailed, step by step instructions on how to complete each of the 4 design\s. This month’s card kit items are listed below, and the price of the Card Kit is $15.

Orders for the Card Kits must be received by April 20^th. You will receive your kits by the end of the month.

Special Offer for April! Purchase the Card Kit and receive the Coordinating Set, “Cute & Cuddly” and the Featured Accessory, “Buttons Latte” at 20% off!

The Card Kit ($15) Includes:

§ 6 Pieces of 11” x 4 ¼” Certainly Celery Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 8 ½” x 5 ½” Chocolate Chip Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 4 ¼” x 3” So Saffron Prints Designer Series Paper (prints will vary from kit to kit)

§ 6 Pieces of 2” x 2 ½” Confetti Cream Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2 ¼” x 2 ¾” Chocolate Chip Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 1 ½” x 1 ½” Creamy Caramel Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2 ¼” x 5 ½” Very Vanilla Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2” x 5 ½” Creamy Caramel Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of ¼” x 5 ½” Certainly Celery Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 3” x 3” Certainly Celery Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 3” x 3” Certainly Celery Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 3” x 3” Very Vanilla Cardstock

§ 6 – 12” pieces of Chocolate Chip 5/8” Grosgrain Ribbon

§ 6 – 17” Pieces of So Saffron 7/8” Poly Twill Ribbon

§ 12 – 6” Pieces of Linen Thread

§ 12 – Very Vanilla Envelopes

§ Step by Step Instructions to complete 4 different card designs using the kit pieces

Add-on Products:

§ Basic Brown Classic Ink Pad ($5.95)

§ Chocolate Chip Classic Ink Pad ($5.95)

§ Creamy Caramel Classic Ink Pad ($5.95)

§ So Saffron Classic Ink Pad ($5.95)

§ VersaMarker ($3.25

§ Chocolate Chip Stampin’ Write Marker ($3.25)

§ 1 ¾” Circle Punch ($15.95)

§ 1” Circle Punch ($10.95)

§ ¾” Circle Punch ($10.95)

§ Scallop Square Punch ($15.95)

§ Corner Rounder Punch ($6.95)

§ Aqua Painters ($16.95)

§ Cute Cuddly Stamp Set ($26.95) $21.56 with the purchase of the Card Kit

§ Buttons Latte ($7.95) $6.36 with the purchase of the Card Kit

Other Optional Purchases:

§ Stampin’ Dimensionals ($3.95)

§ SNAIL Adhesive ($6.95)

§ Bone Folder ($6.95)

Please Note: I am glad to ship kits directly to you! If the kit needs to be shipped, there will be an extra $3 shipping charge.

Contact me today to order your Card Kit and see how quick and easy card making can be right in the comforts of your home!

Karen Thompson/fun2stamp4u@yahoo.com/210-705-4137

Here is what I've been up to...

Hi everyone. I've missed you. This week has exploded on me and I still have tons of stuff to do. Here is something that I made last Thursday. I have secret sisters with my MOMS Club group. I thought I would be sneaky and try and give my secret sis something right away. So I made a gift and took it with me. My secret sister was sitting next to me. When she walked away, I snuck the gift into her purse. As she was leaving, she looked into her purse and found her gift. She looked at me and said "Is this from you?" So 5 minutes into the new round, my secret sister knew who I was. OH well. I'll still have fun spoiling her. Here is what she got.

I cut 2 envelopes with my envelope die and my big shot out of Elegant Eggplant c/s. I don't normally use this color but it was screaming my name that day. I shorted the bottom tab and glued them together to make a little box. These boxes are so cute. I covered some chocolate with my Old Olive DSP. The "Friend" stamp is from the new hostess set called A LITTLE SOMETHING. I stamped it with Elegant Eggplant ink on Whisper White c/s. I punched it out with the designer labels punch and mounted it onto a piece of Old Olive c/s punched out with the Curly Label punch. I love our punches. The bag topper is the top note die used with the Big Shot again. If you don't have this tool, you need to get one. I use it all the time and love it. Definitely worth the investment for me. I'd love to teach you how to make this little box. Call or email me to schedule a workshop today.

Karen Thompson :)

Valentine Box Class

Isn't this the cutest box? I absolutely love how it turned out. As usual, I didn't create the directions, but the way it looks it all mine. You can see the original here. We will be making this box on Monday, February 9th at 6pm. Class is only $15 and you get everything pictured. The first picture is the box in its entirety. The second is with the cover taken off. This will be an advanced class. You will be following the directions and doing the cutting. You will need to bring your paper cutter, bone folder, and scissors. The directions are very good and it is not hard to do.

Completed Box

Inside View

Each box has 2 covered peppermint patties, 3 Ghiradelli chocolates, a covered book to decorate anyway you want (pages are whisper white) and finally an acetate box full of kissables. It's all about the chocolate. I still have 3 kits left if you are interested. Call or email me today to register.

Karen Thompson :)

Become a demonstrator and Save!!

Did you know that demonstrators save 20% off the retail price of everything in the catalog? Would you like to never pay retail again for your stamping supplies? Now is the time to join Stampin' Up! Not only will you receive the 20% discount from the catalog, if you join between February 1st and March 31st, you get an any extra stamp set you want from the catalog and you get it at a 15% discount from normal. Instead of paying $199, get it all for $169. By joining this month, you have 5 months to try it out and see what you think. Every dollar you spend between now and June 30th count toward your $300 quarterly requirement. You never have to hold a workshop if you don't want to. You can do this just for you and always get 20% off. Or you can do this to make money and get up to an additional 20% off plus bonuses. Let me know if you'd like to talk more about joining my team. Or, simply go to my website and click on "Join Now". The password is "Handmade".

Karen Thompson

Super Bowl Sunday Sale-a-bration

Super Bowl Sunday Sale-a-Bration Kick-Off!

While everyone is enjoying the show, why not reward yourself with some new stamps! Why today? Well, today is the start of Sale-a-bration! Place an order valued at $50 (before shipping/handling and tax) anytime between February 1^st and March 31^st and receive Sale-a-bration benefits. Pick anything from the Sale-a-bration catalog for FREE!

As a special bonus, I will be giving away additional benefits today only.

Here’s how it works:

Place any order today of $50 or more either thru my website (mailed directly to you) or my calling or emailing me and you will get:

• A FREE Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog (a $10 value) *If you don’t already have one or as a bonus if you order online.
• A FREE Sale-a-bration item for each $50 you spend!
• A FREE Detailed Tutorial for this desk planner will be emailed to you!

Plus,

I’ll be having a PRIZE DRAWING for everyone who orders during the

Super Bowl Sale-a-bration!!

One winner will be drawn at random to receive a FREE stamp set plus a 6x6 pack of Designer Series Paper! Plus, if I get enough orders for hostess benefits, I will split those and give those away too! (That’s a possibility for 3 prizes!)

So, how do I get tickets?

• Place an order up to $50 =1 ticket
• Product order $51 - $100 = 2 tickets
• Product order $101 or more = 3 tickets
• Product order of $150 or more = 4 tickets plus a FREE Level 1 Hostess set and $15 in hostess credits (regular hostess benefits) *online only
• Refer a friend who places an order = 2 tickets (you must notify me by e-mail of your friend's name)
• Schedule a Sale-a-Brationworkshop for February or March = 4 tickets
  

So get busy and go shopping. Don't have a catalog, go to my website here and select "Shop Now". If you don't have a Sale-a-bration brochure, you can see the free stuff by clicking "Shop Now" and then Sale-a-bration. Email me at fun2stamp4u@yahoo or call me at 210-705-4137. Have fun shopping!!

Karen Thompson :)

Under Construction

I am attempting to make 3 columns on my blog so things might look a little silly for a little bit. Thanks for understanding.

Karen :)

February Card Kit of the Month

Hi ladies! I am going to try something new. I will do this for at least 3 months and I will take your feedback as to if you want to keep it up. So here goes...

The Card Kit of the Month Program – February 2009

Featured Set: “Flower Fancy” and Featured Accessory: Chit Chat Rub-Ons

You’ll receive the supplies to create SIX of EACH design shown above – so you will receive all of the consumable supplies that you need to create 12 cards total. You will also receive 2 additional full color samples of “alternative” cards that you can make with the combined contents of the kit! In addition, you’ll receive detailed, step by step instructions on how to complete each of the 4 designs. This month’s card kit items are listed below, and the price of the Card Kit is $15.

Orders for the Card Kits must be received by February 15^th. You will receive your kits by the end of the month.

Special Offer for February! Purchase the Card Kit and receive the Coordinating Set, “Flower Fancy” and the Featured Accessory, “Chit Chat RubOns” at 15% off!

The Card Kit ($15) Includes:

§ 6 Pieces of 5 ½ x 8 ½” Old Olive Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 11” x 4 ¼” Chocolate Chip Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 3” x 3” Whisper White Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2 ½” x 1-7/ 8” Old Olive Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2 ½” x 1-7/8” Pumpkin Pie Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2 ½ x 1-7/8” So Saffron Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2 ½ x 1-7/8” Pink Pirouette Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2 ¼” x 3” Whisper White Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 2 ½ x 3 ¼” Chocolate Chip Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 5 ¼” x 2” So Saffron Cardstock

§ 6 Pieces of 5 ¼” x 1 ¼” Pumpkin Pie Cardstock

§ 6 – 6” Pieces Pink Pirouette 5/8” Grosgrain Ribbon

§ 6 – 16” Pieces of Chocolate Chip ¼” Grosgrain Ribbon

§ 30 – Silver Brads

§ 12 – Whisper White Envelopes

§ Step by Step Instructions to complete 4 different card designs using the kit pieces

Add-on Products:

§ Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Write Marker ($3.95)

§ So Saffron Stampin’ Write Marker ($3.95)

§ Old Olive Stampin’ Write Marker ($3.95)

§ Old Olive Classic Ink Pad ($5.25)

§ Chocolate Chip Classic Ink Pad ($5.25)

§ So Saffron Classic Ink Pad ($5.25)

§ Pink Pirouette Classic Ink Pad ($5.25)

§ Pumpkin Pie Classic Ink Pad ($5.25)

§ ½” Circle Punch ($5.95)

§ Corner Rounder Punch ($5.95)

§ Dazzling Diamonds ($4.50)

§ 2-Way Glue Pen ($3.50)

§ Flower Fancy Stamp Set ($36.95) $31.40 with the purchase of the Card Kit

§ Chit Chat RubOns ($10.95) $9.30 with the purchase of the Card Kit

Other Optional Purchases:

§ Stampin’ Dimensionals ($3.95)

§ SNAIL Adhesive ($6.95)

§ Bone Folder ($6.95)

Please Note: I am glad to ship kits directly to you! If the kit needs to be shipped, there will be an extra $3 shipping charge.

To purchase any of the add-on items or other optional purchases, simply email me at fun2stamp4u@yahoo.com or call me at 325-716-1540 so that your discounts

can be properly applied.

Contact me today to order your Card Kit and see how quick and easy card making

can be right in the comforts of your home!

Choose Pickup or Delivery

February KOTM Pickup $15.00 February KOTM Delivery $18.00

Valentine's Day Gifts for Kids

Have your kids asked you yet what you are doing for the Valentine's Day party? I have been lucky enough to avoid that aisle so far this year, but we still have almost a month left. Here is what I came up with. Isn't it cute?

The base is Riding Hood Red c/s cut to 4 1/2" x 7". Score at 1/2" along the 4 1/2" side. Score at 1/2", 3" 3 3/4" and 6 1/4" along the 7" side. Score all the lines. Ok, now this part will be hard to describe so bear with me... Cut up to the 1/2" scored line at all points. Before you assemble the box, punch a hole at the top with your Crop-a-dile. I used the 3/16" side and punch in 3/8" (use your cool settings). I folded the paper so that I punched through both sides at once.

I used 21 1/2" of Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon. I don't know if you really need that much but I'm trying to make it easier to tie bows.

Here is a picture open. It is a lot easier to thread the ribbon under the box than it looks. Thread the ribbon through both holes across the top of the box, centering it. Now you can push the ribbon down with the box and tie a ribbon on the top. I decorated the front with Candy Lane DSP. I stamped the hearts with the "Love You Much" stamp set in Riding Hood Red ink on Pink Pirouette c/s. It was so easy to punch them out with the "Heart to Heart"punch. I used a dimensional on the medium sized heart to raise it up a little bit. Finally I stamped friend to friend with Black Staz On ink in the lower right hand corner. I would suggest decorating the top piece before adhering it to the box. This will make stamping on the paper much easier. Clear as mud? Have fun.

Karen :)

I need your help...

As you can probably see, I'm not very good at all this computer stuff. I need someone to help me organize my blog. If you can help me, I'll pay you in stamping stuff. PLEASE!!

Karen :)

Did you win?

Thank you to everyone who came to my Open House last night. I had soo much fun catching up with you all. I had lots to give away, did you win? Barbara won the Merci stamp set. Barbara also won the Emergency Birthday Card Kit. Dawn won the Snowflake card set. Denise won the small hostess set (I can't remember the name right now). Finally, Dorthy won the Game Night stamp set. Dorthy plays Bunco a lot and really wanted to win this set. Thank you again to everyone who came. Thank you Amy for helping me out. You were awesome!!

Karen :)

New Stamp Set for Open House Attendee's Only

Due to a glitch in the Stampin' Up! system, I ended up with two "Game Night" stamp sets. I have decided to give one away to one of my Open House Attendees. Will it be you? All you need to do is show up. Hope to see you there...

Monday, January 19th
6:00- 8:00 pm

You will get to make 2 projects (1 from the "Game Night" stamp set). Right now, I have only 6 people who have RSVP'd. That is great odds.

Schedule a workshop or sign up for a club and walk away with the new catalog that night. I get them on Thursday. I can't wait. See you Monday!!!

Karen :)

Get them before they are gone...

Out with the old and in with the new...

Be sure to check out this link to see all the current, retired, and retiring product you can get at up to 50% off...

http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/itemlist.aspx?categoryID=385

also the retiring product list...

http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryID=381

You just until noon on January 18th to order these products unless they are while supplies last. Get them while you can!!!

Karen :)

Stamp Club

Is your wish list longer than your budget? Do you want to attend a free class every month? If so, you want to join a Stamp Club!!!

How do they work?
Commit to purchasing $25 per month (before shipping/handling and tax) for 6 months. Each month, you are invited to a free class where we will do 2-3 projects. 2 of the projects will be cards. These will be something more than I can do in a workshop either due to time, technique or cost.

What do I get for my commitment?
-Free class once a month (1st Tuesday of the month at 7pm or a make-up Wednesday at 9am)
-New catalogs (Spring-Summer 2009 AND Fall-Winter 2009)
-Hostess benefits one month during the club

-at least $15 in merchandise

-at least a Level 1 Hostess set

-New ideas and inspiration
-A chance to build upon your skills and increase your supplies slowly over time

Do I have to be local?
No. All I need is a credit or debit card on file to pay for your purchases. You will need to email me your order by the club meeting. I will mail your the completed club projects with your order. You will need to add $5 to your club order each month to help defer shipping costs.

How do I sign up?
Call or email me. Sign up at the open house on January 19th and get extra door prize tickets!!

Can I still come and play if I can't commit every month?
Of course. You will need to submit the same minimum order as everyone else. Just be sure to RSVP so I have enough supplies to include you.

I look forward to playing with all my old and new club gals. I have had fun these last 6 months and look forward to learning more from you.

Karen :)

Pick a Petal Class

When: January 26, 2009
Time: 6:30
Cost: $45
What do you get: Pick a Petal stamp set ($33 value)
plus at least 5 cards with envelopes.
Pre-pay by January 19th to play.


Here are 4 of the cards...

Ladybug

Heart

Dragonfly

Exclamation Point

I can't wait to teach you how to make fun out of the box cards with this set. Call me today to register.

Karen :)

Let's get our stamp on

Hi everyone. I haven't completely forgot I had a blog, but mostly. I want to continue to post. Let's see if a new year will improve things. Here is a card that I did today. On one of the demonstrator yahoo groups, they have a Chat & Challenge. The moderator posts a template and we go from there. We can use any stamp set or colors. Here is what I did using the set "Game Night" which will be available come January 19th.

Recipe:
Stamp Set: Game Night
Paper: Whisper White, Basic Black, Jackpot DSP
Ink: Real Red
Accessories: 3/4" square punch, 1/2" circle punch, Red Gingham Ribbon, Dimensionals

Happy Stamping...

Karen :)