Then hop on over to Stamping Challenges and check out this weeks sketch! Here is a copy: And here is my take on the sketch: I hope you can come play with us this week. Here are the guidelines: We have a few simple rules to keep things fun and fair for all participants: Please use any crafting product you want (any brand, any maker, etc). Feel free to combine our sketch with up to THREE other challenges. Please add a DIRECT link to your blog post (not just to your blog) when adding your project (card, scrapbook page, tag,... Continue reading

I simply can not belive all of the new goodies that await us! The current Stampin' Up! catalog will be retiring May 30th! I can't beleive that it has been a whole year already since I laid eyes on it! I loved the direction that Stampin' Up was taking and honestly, they have moved the ball so much further with the new catalog! I can share the new catalog with you now, but you can't order anything until May 31. I am going to save you the frustration of seeing and not touching. I will be dropping off catalogs starting... Continue reading

Here is my card using the Stamping Challenges sketch for April 26th. I hope you can play along with us this week. The stamp set I used is Established Elegance (122532), River Rock paper and Comfort Cafe DSP (126898). All of these products have been discontinued. Get yours while you can on my Stampin' Up! website. We have a few simple rules to keep things fun and fair for all participants: Please use any crafting product you want (any brand, any maker, etc). Feel free to combine our sketch with up to THREE other challenges. Please add a DIRECT link... Continue reading

I have been getting so many calls and emails about my post yesterday! You all have long lists! I know that not everyone can get all of the stamps that they want, and I can help you with that! Join me on my Stampin' Up! trip and become a demonstrator! You can find out about the newest, latest, and greatest news first! If you join my team before May 30th, you will receive $30.oo of MORE stamps for FREE! Yep, I know, how exciting is that? Watch the video here, to learn more about the benefits of earning money while... Continue reading

Whew, it is only mid-day, Wednesday, but I have had a full day of activities already! If you are not aware, today is a big big day at Stampin' Up! The new 2013 - 2014 Annual Catalog was unveiled to demonstrators and YES, I have seen it! I am bursting at the seams with ideas for you! As a demonstrator, you have the ability to order some of the new products early! I splurged and paid for overnight shipping......you know I was excited if I did that!! I will be crafting all week end getting samples ready to show you.... Continue reading

Lately life has been challenging enough for me, so a card challenge took the back seat. But now I am back! This is my take on the challenge this week: Here is the sketch that I used for motivation: We have a few simple rules to keep things fun and fair for all participants: Please use any crafting product you want (any brand, any maker, etc). Feel free to combine our sketch with up to THREE other challenges. Please add a DIRECT link to your blog post (not just to your blog) when adding your project (card, scrapbook page, tag,... Continue reading

We're excited to introduce our second Submit a Project kit--the Dolled-Up Birthday Kit-- voted on by you via our Facebook page. This gorgeous birthday card was created by a Stampin' Up! manager from Ohio. The Dolled-Up Birthday kit includes the following: Dolled-Up Birthday Clear-Mount Stamp (1) 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" Crumb Cake Cardstock (6 pieces) 2" x 4-1/4" Very Vanilla Cardstock (6 pieces) Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes (6) Tea Lace Paper Doilies (6) Dress Up die-cuts (6) Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Spot (1) Vanilla 5/8" Flower Trim (6 pieces) Sponge Dauber (1) Get everything you need to make six cards for... Continue reading

Yesterday I promised to show you how you can get the new Stampin' Up! colors for free! Here it is: Ever wish you had more money to spend on Stampin’ Up! products? Consider it done. Between April 15 and May 30 we have two ways for you to earn more Stampin’ Up! “money,” which means more free products for you! Host a $350 US/$400 CA party and earn an additional $30 US in FREE products! Join Stampin’ Up! and get an extra $30 US for your Starter Kit! We recommend you hit up both! Contact me to take advantage of... Continue reading

Don't you hate it when you make a paper craft and the only colors you have are from LAST YEAR? Ok, it may not be that devastating, but having the newest and latest trends in your craft stash is FUN! I know you like to have the latest embellishments, papers and ribbons. Stampin' Up! makes sure that you have the most up to date color collections and they go one step further........it all coordinates! Inks, paper, ribbon, embellishments and markers all match! This saves you money!$$$!!!!! Carrie Cudney from Stampin' Up!'s home office will walk you through the new colors... Continue reading

Yes, you read that right! I hear it everyday! "I wish I had more time to scrapbook!", "I started to preserve my child's first 5 years, but I just don't have enough time to finish it!", "I would love to have a quick way to keep my travel memories!".............now you do! Check this out! This and That is a HUGE hit for Stampin' Up! Get in on the ground floor here! Stamp with you soon! Sherry Continue reading

I know that you like to save money right? Well, I don't want you to miss out on the last day of free shipping from Stampin' Up! Monday night at 11:59 PM is the absolute last minute that you can take advantage of free shipping! Shop here! You might want to check out the colors that are retiring. When stock levels are depleted, they are GONE! Personally, I am snapping up More Mustard! Don't worry, I will tell you what colors are taking the place of these tomorrow.........stay tuned! Stamp with you soon! Sherry Continue reading

Why not save money on the hobby that you LOVE? Free shipping? Yes please! Shipping in Texas is taxable, so not only do you save on shipping, but you save taxes on that shipping too! Visit my Stampin' Up! site for other savings too! Bundles and limited edition stamp sets! shop here! Stamp with you soon! Sherry Continue reading

Sorry that I missed a few weeks of Stamping Challenges. I hope that you have had fun playing along with us. Here is the sketch from this week: And here is my take on it: I am totally in love with the new Swallowtail stamp from the spring mini catalog. I hope you enjoyed my card this week and I invite you to play along. We have a few simple rules to keep things fun and fair for all participants: Please use any crafting product you want (any brand, any maker, etc). Feel free to combine our sketch with up... Continue reading

It has been a long few days. Today was the highlight as I was in Dallas for Stampin' Up! Regionals (read mini convention here!). I had a grea time, but I am happy to be home. I will post photos tomorrow! Good night all! Continue reading

As part of Stampin' Up!'s 25-year anniversary celebration, we're bringing back some of our favorite stamp images from the last quarter century and combining them into 12 sets, which will be released - one set per month - during 2013. Even better, along with some great classic images, each "Best of" set will also include a never-before-seen image! Here is February's set: And here is January's set: All Best of stamp sets will include 3-5 images, including a never-before seen image, and will be priced at $14.95. While we are releasing just one Best of stamp set per month (with... Continue reading

I can show you how! I want to learn how to better serve my customers, so I am asking for your input! I have published a survey and would love to have your responses. If you complete the survey, your name will be entered into a chance for a $25.00 drawing for anything out of any of the current Stampin' Up! catalogs! Sherry's survey is here! Start thinking about what goodies you are going to get with your $25.00. You might want one of these.... Or maybe this: If these are not what you are interested in then you can... Continue reading

Well, I have been out of the loop for a few weeks. Sorry about that, but I am back now! Here is the lastest sketch on the Stamping Challenges blog. Here is my take on it! I hope you want to play along with us this week! Here are some simple guidelines: Please use any crafting product you want (any brand, any maker, etc). Feel free to combine our sketch with up to THREE other challenges. Please add a DIRECT link to your blog post (not just to your blog) when adding your project (card, scrapbook page, tag, love note,... Continue reading

You are all invited to join us for the opening day of Club Wanna Stamp this Wednesday, February 6th! The festivities will start at 6:30. There will be lots of make and takes as well as snacks. If you are unsure of what a stamp club is, please let me explain: As a member of Club Wanna Stamp you will receive benefits as well as commit to certain terms. Benefits: Receive the new 2012-2013 Idea Book And Catalog FREE! Receive hostess benefits for your month. Hostess benefits will be for the minimum $150 party (unless you collect other orders/payment to... Continue reading

What? You don't know what Sale-A-Bration is? Sale-A-Bration, Stampin' Up!'s premiere promotional event, is an annual party with loads of free products! This year's party is better than ever-we're celebrating our 25th anniversary! So put on your party hat and BYOC (bring your own confetti). Sale-A-Bration + Stampin' Up!'s 25th anniversary = the best time to host a Stampin' Up! party! Get FREE Silver Glimmer Paper when you host a $150 workshop!* Get a FREE hostess bundle when you host a $400 workshop!* Hostess Bundle Details: The Hostess Bundle includes Madison Avenue stamp set (wood- or clear-mount) Sycamore Street Designer... Continue reading

It is getting close to thinking about Cupid and hearts! Be prepared this year and make your sweeties Valentines extra special this year! Blackboard stamping is more popular than ever and is so easy to do! The technique is not hard to complete and makes such a statement! I will be happy to show how to get this look on your projects as well. I have an open house coming up on February 22nd. Come by and see what new projects I have in mind for you this month! Continue reading

Have you seen it yet? The Artisan embellishments Kit in Stampin' Up!'s spring catalog? It is simply to die for! Look at what all you get for 9.95! Random charming stuff for random creative impulses. 26 total embellishments. • 2designertags,4designerticketstubs,18"scallopedlace,18"cottonlace, 18" large oval lace, 1 yd. seam binding, 6 paper flowers, 1 resin heart, 2 resin flowers, 5 buttons, 1 heart paper doily, 1 round paper doily! There is no limit to the cool things that you cab creat with this kit! Here is a sample from Stampin' Up! Here are a few takes of mine. Create a Valentine's Day... Continue reading

Try Me—You'll Like Me Available in March Afraid of commitment? Too much pun'kin for you to handle? You can try me and I'll visit just once. (But I know you'll want me to come back every month.) • I'm $16.95 (plus shipping). • I've got all the stamps, ink, paper, and accessories to create beautiful projects. • I'm all cut, measured, and ready—with instructions included. (Don't worry, I'm easy.) Continue reading

Paper Pumpkin FAQs Q: How can I learn more about stamping? A: You can visit the Stampin' Up! website to learn more. Q: When Will I Be Billed? A: Your credit card will be charged as soon as your Paper Pumpkin ships. You will get an e-mail notifying you that your card has been charged. Q: What should I expect to see in my kit? A: Your Paper Pumpkin will ship from the Stampin’ Up! warehouse on or around the 15th of the month. You will get an e-mail notifying you that your card has been charged, but will not... Continue reading

Stampin' Up! has a surprise for you!! I am thrilled to be able to share this with you. I am super excited and I know that you will be too! Just think . . . a kit will come to your door each month (a fully decked-out creativity carriage). You'll love what you find on the inside: All the stamps, ink, paper, and accessories to create pinable projects. Stuff like cards, 3-D items, and more! Details are still coming out, but you will be the first to know! www.mypaperpumpkin.com Continue reading

I had so much fun with my card from last week's challenge. I want to invite you to play along with us. Below is this week's sketch. Make a card of your own and upload it to the www.stampingchallenge.com website! I hope you can join in the fun! Here is my version of the sketch: We have a few simple rules to keep things fun and fair for all participants: Please use any crafting product you want (any brand, any maker, etc). Feel free to combine our sketch with up to THREE other challenges. Please add a DIRECT link to... Continue reading