Embellishment Sampler

I want to share with you something that I am offering for a very limited time. Embellishment Sampler~ What exactly is the Embellishment sampler you ask? Well for a limited time I am offering you the chance to get a sampling of Stampin' Up!'s awesome embellishments without having to purchase an entire package of all of them. What can I say? It's a lot of fun to sample! Here's what you will get when you purchase one.(click on the name of the product to see a picture of it in the catalog)~
Fusion Flowers - 26 flowers in a variety of sizes and a variety of colors which include Rose Red, Pumpkin Pie and Old Olive.
Build a Brad - Components to Build 5 Brads
Pretties Kit - 10 flowers (2 of each size), 12 half back pearls white, 12 half back pearls cream, 9 round pearls white, 9 round pearls cream, 4 clear beads, 4 clear teardrops, 10 clear rhinestone brads, 2 hat pins, 6 spacer beads
Jumbo Eyelets - 12
Pewter Hodgepodge Kit - an assortment of 27 pieces and 20 matching brads (I thought I would do pewter here as well as it is my best seller AND it matches the jumbo eyelets should you want to mix and match!)
Special Bonus~Since you will need to make some really fun projects with all your new cool embellishments, I thought you could use come chipboard coasters!! Every kit will contain 6 coasters!!
I will only be taking orders until July 11th. The first 5 people to purchase an Embellishment share, will get a special hand stamped gift with their kits! Email me at dhelt1@juno.com to order, you can pay via cc or money order.

Embellishment Sampler Kit for Pickup at my studio in Laingsburg or in Okemos: Only $22.00

Embellishment Sampler Kit including Shipping to you :Only $25.00

Last day to order from Occasions MINI

Today is the FINAL day to order from the Occasions Mini catalog!!!

We're about to say goodbye to some awesome stamp sets - Tart & Tangy, Big on Spring, Bloomin' Beautiful, to name a few - and some wonderful accessories - Afternoon Tea & Summer Picnic Designer Series Papers, Chunky Sprinkles Glitter, and the list goes on. We may never see these items again, so check your catalog, and let me know by 8:00 PM tonight (EST) if there is anything you would like. You can view the catalog on line if you don't have one, see the link on the left of my blog or click here to go to the mini catalog!
***Order $35 or more and receive FREE Shipping and a couple FREE card samples from me!

These are some cute 3x3 love notes made with the Tart N' Tangy Set along with the matching Summer Picnic double sided designer paper that are both found in the Occasions Mini. We made these a demonstrator get together awhile back when the mini catalog first came out. We also made the super cute little box to hold them in!


There are several ways to order:
By phone - call 517-256-7248
By email - dhelt1@juno.com
And there are even more ways to pay:
Cash (delivered in person, please)
Personal check (I must receive your check before your order is placed)
Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, or Discover, call or email me with your number)
Please place your order by 8:00 PM tonight. All orders will be shipped directly to you and orders over $150 will qualify for hostess benefits!

Have a Blessed and Wonderful Last Day of June!

How to make the Rings from Circle of Friendship

Ok, so in the last post I confused you I am sure, so I played around last night and took some pictures of how to do it! So here we go!


Stamp your image from Circle of Friendship on your cardstock. (sorry about this picture, it was horizontal when I uploaded it but blogger keeps turning it)

Next take your 1/2 in circle punch, flip it over and then you can see where to punch. Punch out the center of the circle.

This is what you will end up with after punching out the center. You can then discard it or use it for a different circle or use it as an accent on your card/page.

Next, to make the ring, take your 1 in circle punch and punch out the remaining circle as shown below.

Here is what you end up with after punching them both out!

Here is the finished project! You can tread the ring through your ribbon or you can snip your paper ring and slide it under the ribbon after you have tied it. I do it this way, then I put a little adhesive so it doesn't move too. At the first Stampin Up national convention I went to, they showed that little tip & I thought it was the coolest thing! Works great for tags too, just punch your hole, snip in to the hole so it opens, then slip it under your ribbon knot and secure with some adhesive! Makes it so much easier and no one will ever know but you!! LOL

So don't miss out on the E-Scape Special and save 25% on the bundle!

Stampin Supplies:
Stamp set: Circle of Friendship
Cardstock: Rose Red Love Note (3x3 card), Whisper White, Soft Sky Designer series paper
Ink: Rose Red
Accessories: Whisper white ribbon, 1/2 in circle punch, 1 in circle punch

E-Scape Bundle- Circle of Friendship Set

I thought I would share some 3x3 Love Notes made with the E-Scape Bundle from Monday nights Card Club (You can join us every month if you would like to join the Club, email me for details!) This month there is the fabulous E-Scape bundle featuring this set where you can save a total of 25% buy buying it in a bundle, which is a great deal. I really like this set and have used it often. It has a lot fun possibilities! It fits perfectly in the 1 in circle punch and you can punch the center with a 1/2 circle punch and use the 1/2 in' saying from the center as an accent or even in place of an O for for a title! Once you pop the middle out with the 1/2in circle Punch you have a ring with the remainder left over. Clear as mud? LOL I thought so. I will try to take a few pics of what I am talking about and post later!

Remember:E-Scape bundle at the reduced price can only be ordered through Monday, June 30th so don't delay on this great deal! Order this kit and I will mail you the samples below for inspiration plus some other FREE goodies from me!

Also, I have extended my Kit in the Mail offer for the organizer and bracelet deadline to Monday, June 30th as I have had a couple people e-mail me with interest. See here for details

eScape Bundle (item 113700):

Circle of Friendship stamp set p. 143 $17.95
Love Notes assortment p. 167 $8.95
Rose Red Classic Stampin' Pad p. 165 $5.25
Very Vanilla 5/8" grosgrain ribbon p. 191 $7.95
Total (non-bundled) $40.10
eScape Bundle price $30.00

Scrapbooking Club Shares!

Here is another share for you! So this is one of the pages the Lovely Scrapbook Club ladies made on Sunday/Monday. They are such great ladies, I love having them come over every month! I look forward to seeing them and catching up with them!
This first page was inspired from Patty Bennett's Popsicle card! I loved it and immediately thought it would be perfect for a summer scrapbook page! Now I just have got to get some pictures on it! I do have to admit it is harder to get the camera out with Shelby being so mobile now (she is 10 months, can you believe it?!)

Stampin Supplies: Cardstock: Bashful Blue, Pumpkin Pie, Brilliant Blue, Wild Wasabi (Incolor), Whisper White Jersey Shore Designer Paper

Accessories: Wild Wasabi Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, corner rounder punch, Scallop punch, 1 1/4 in square punch, 1 13/8 in square punch

This is the second page they made. Fun summery page! Does this one look familiar? The Glittery Card was inspired by this page! I do that alot. Usually it is the other way around, a card inspires some of my pages, like the Popsicle card!

Stampin Supplies:
Stamp Set: Sweet Shapes & Circle of friendship, Best Friends Lower Alphabet (all are retiring this catalog)
Cardstock: Tempting Turquoise, Groovy Guava, Choc chip, Whisper White
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Groovy Guava, Choc chip, Certainly Celery
Accessories: Groovy Guava Double Stitched ribbon, Celery Grosgrain ribbon, 1 1/4 in circle punch

Kits in the Mail: Organizer & Build a Brad bracelet.

I am getting so excited for the 12 pocket organizer and Build-A-Brad bracelet class coming up on the 9th. I have made a few more organizers for gifts and having fun making different bracelets!The deadline has passed for the class at my studio but you can still order these as a Kit in the Mail. See original information & Pictures here.

Hope you will join me for one or both of these fun classes!


UPDATED: YOU CAN ORDER KITS IN THE MAIL THROUGH July 11th,
E-mail me to order yours! Kits will be shipped out around July 23rd.
What is included in the "Class in the Mail" kits?
12 Pocket Organizer:
You will select your choice of Stampin' Up! Designer Series paper and I will assemble and bind your project using that paper. I will also include the printed January - December pages for you to add to your pockets, and the title sheet for you to add to your cover if you wish. It will include ribbon to embellish your rings and front. It will also include 6 matching cards.
*** If you would like to assemble your organizer at home, I will supply full color directions. Your project will be shipped in a Priority Box. The cost is $25, includeds FREE Priority Shipping.


$10 Basic Build-A-Brad Bracelet Kit includes:
toggle clasp
4 Build A Brads
punched out images from Cutie Pie paper for Build a Brads (you may substitute a different paper from your own supply when you get your kit if you prefer a different design)
3 assorted Rhinestone Brads
8 jump rings
FREE Shipping
complete directions with pictures.
$28 Build-A-Brad Bracelet Kit includes:
full pack of build-a-brads
Full Pack of Rhinestone brads
8 jump rings
punched out images from Cutie Pie paper for Build a Brads (you may substitute a different paper from your own supply when you get your kit if you prefer a different design)
toggle clasp
detialed instructions & pictures to assemble at home.
FREE Shipping

You will need: needle nose pliers to complete these bracelet project at home. If you have a Crafters tool Kit from SU there is one in there(what I used) or you can pick on up inexpensive at a local craft store. Or I can assemble it for you, you choose!

These will kits will be ordered on the 27th and shipped out on the weekend of July 10th.

Dazzling Diamond Dust Club Project. Sweet Shapes!

Happy Thursday! This week has flown by! Shew..... anyway I had intended to share something almost everyday with you but life happens! LOL So I will make up for it today and tomorrow! Here is one of the cards my lovely Stampers Club made on Monday night. It uses a "dazzling" technique that is stunning but so easy to do. I am going to put together a picture tutorial on how to do it in the coming days! It is a really easy thing to do with awesome results! Don't you just LOVE it?!!???!?! I used a cute set, Sweet Shapes, that soon will be retiring from the catalog. It is a two step stamping set, which is one of my favorite types of stamps! The card also uses a set called Circle of Friendship(ring around the ribbon). It is the stamp set that is featured in the E-Scape bundle this month(hurry only a couple days left to order it!) See bottom of post for Stampin Supplies!
Here is another view of it. I moved it over to the window when I took it so the morning sun could shine on it to show you how sparkly it was! I LOVE glitter!

Stampin Supplies:
Stamp Sets: Sweet Shapes, Circle of Friendship
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Groovy Guava, Certainly Celery, Choc Chip, Versamark
Cardstock: Whisper White, Tempting Turquoise, Choc Chip
Accessories: Groovy Guava double stitched ribbon, 1 in circle punch, 1/2in circle punch, dazzling diamonds glitter, heat gun

Date Change to the Organizer & Build a Brad Braclet Class

Hello! I made a mistake when I scheduled the Class on Thursday, July 10th. I mistakenly put a local music festival on my calender for the next week and it is the same week. YIKES(Common Ground for those of you around the Lansing area). I am going see Kelly Pickler on Thursday and so are some of you (that is what made me realize it was the same night) So this might actually work better for some of you!


>>> So, the Class has been rescheduled for Wed, July 9th. The original Posting will reflect that. The RSVP/Pre-Pay by date is still this Friday, June 27th to insure supplies arrive in time with the Holiday weekend. Email me at dhelt1@juno.com with questions or to RSVP for either of the fun projects!

Sneak Peak Peak of Decor Elements!

Here is a sneak peak of the decor Elements that will be coming your way July 1st! They are so beautiful! I can hardly wait to get mine! I am getting one that says "Life Is Good" and surrounding it on the wall with pictures of family and the kids! I can't wait. I have been procrastinating putting pictures on the wall (we have only lived in our house 6 years now:)but I am glad I did! I will share pictures when I get that done. Any way these decor elements are so amazing. Don't just think walls, think picture frame(as in photo), mailboxes, windows, mirrors, tiles, bumbo seats, doors and so much more!

Haven't seen the brochure yet? E-mail me for your copy!

12 pocket organizer & Build-A-Brad Bracelets Classes!

I get so excited when I make new projects! I can not take credit for either as an orignial but they are awesome! Thanks to Patty Bennett for sharing these! This first one was really fun and practical I might add! I will never have an excuse to miss another birthday. One of my New Years resolutions (you already forgot about yours didn't you! LOL) was to be more organized, this should help! The second one is just unbelievably awesome!!!! You will make a bracelet from build-a-brads & rhinestone brads, who would have thought? Not me, but some creative soul did! You will not believe how awesome and easy they are!!

Join me for 2 fun classes on Wednesday, July 9th!
Come for one class or both!
MUST RSVP/Pre-Paid by Friday, June 27th to insure supplies arrive on time.
E-mail me at dhelt1@juno.com for your RSVP & payment details!

**** Can't make the class? These can also be ordered as a kit in the mail. You will receive all the supplies along with detailed instructions/pictures, sent right your front door,to do at your leisure! RSVP date is the same and kits will be mailed out Saturday the 12th or you can pick-up a kit at my home or work in Okemos.

First Class: 12 pocket card organizer

When: July 9th
My Stamp Studio, Laingsburg
7pm
Cost: $20 (add $5 for shipping if ordering a kit in the mail)
Includes: full pack of designer paper of your choice on pages 168- 171 or any from the Occasions Mini catalog (you take home the left over 4.5 sheets!), all supplies and accessories to make one Card organizer plus 6 matching quick birthday cards!

RSVP/Pre-Pay by June 27th in order for supplies to arrive in time for the class. Bring a friend or sign up to make 2 organizers and you will and your friend will make double the birthday cards for free (12 total!) Whoo Hoo!
This is a picture of the organizer front. The organizer is empty in this picture. I used the Ginger Blossom Designer paper for mine.
















This is a picture of the inside with some cards I had handy. I put these in there just to give you an idea! Each page represents a month.












Here is a picture of the organizer from the side. I put 2 cards and envelopes in there to see how it held up. There was still room for more!








Second: Build-A-Brad Bracelet Class!
*****Same night ~July 9th*******
Come learn some other creative uses for your Build-A-Brads and rhinestone brads! You will not believe how beautiful and easy this bracelet is to make. Taylor, my 9 year-old made one, with very minimal help from me!! See her post here. So fun! There are 3 options for this class one is just enough supplies to make one bracelet. Another is to make it a mom and me and make 2 bracelets(one for mom, one for child). The last includes a full pack of build-a-brads and a pack of rhinestone brads($25 value). The second option is a great deal because you basically get the class for free, making up to 2 bracelets that night and taking the rest home with you to make more for yourself or for gifts.

When: July 9th
My Stamp Studio, Laingsburg
7pm
Cost:
$10: includes all supplies and instruction to make one bracelet. You will make and complete one bracelet that night to take home with you.
or
$18: Mom & Me option: Includes all supplies for 2 bracelets. Includes all supplies and instruction to make two bracelets. You will make and complete two bracelet that night to take home with you. One for mom and one for child.
or
$25.50: Includes includes a full pack of build-a-brads and a pack of rhinestone brads($25 value). You will receive all supplies to make up to 2 bracelets that night to take home with you. You will also take rest home to make a ton more bracelets! Second bracelet can be made by a child guest only.
or
Kit in the Mail: $10 for supplies for one bracelet & detialed instructions and pictures to assemble at home. $28 for a kit that includes a full pack of buid-a-brads and Pack of Rhinestone brads along with all supples to complete one bracelet and detialed instructions & pictures to assemble at home.. Both prices include shipping if needed.

RSVP/Pre-Pay by Friday, June 27th. E-mail me at dhelt1@juno.com for your RSVP/payment details!



Here are the supplies you will receive at the class to make your bracelet along with a picture of the completed bracelet. It is so pretty on, sure to have the most beautiful, unique bracelet out there!










Here is a picture of my daughter Taylor after she made her bracelet! Isn't she cute! :) I should have had her model her, as her wrist/hands are much prettier than mine!!

E-Scape with me! June Card & Scrapbook Class!

Come E-Scape with me!

Taking the night to unplug and unwind, and reconnect on a personal level with friends and loved ones through Handmade Cards & Scrapbooking! Space available to the first 10 who RSVP. Here are the details!

Stamping Card Class
Thursday, June 26th 6:30-8:30
My Stampin' Studio~~Laingsburg
Come make 7 projects that night, including an awesome photo holder perfect for your purse, watch for a sneak peak here on my blog later this weekend!
Cost: 10.00 or FREE with a min. of a 15.00 order

SAME NIGHT!
Scrapbook class!
Come make (2) 12 X 12 pages for your scrapbooks. You will also be making (2) matching cards! Come get new layout ideas, try new products, have a girls night out and these pages will be ready to go home and fill in with your own pictures!

Thurday, June 26th 6:30-8:30
My Stampin' Studio~~Laingsburg
Cost: 15.00 or FREE with a min. 20.00 order

Bring your own adhesive and scissors!

RSVP no later than, Wednesday, June 25th!
E-mail me to hold a spot for you and a friend, Limited to the first 10 to RSVP! Bring a friend for an extra gift from me!

I am also scheduling personal E-Scape, contact me to schedule your own escape with some friends and loved ones!

Stamped Blessings,

What do you think of my New Look????

I am so excited! I found this great site, Cutest Blog on the Block, that makes it easy to decorate your blog! I love Pink and Brown! What do you think!

SU New Product ~ Decor Elements!

I have a very busy day today (off to get my hair cut, get some flowers to plant, and meet some friends for a girls night out!) but I want to tell you about these!

I'm so exicted to hear this great news. Stampin' Up! has just announced a new product line, called Decor Elements. This is a self-adhesive vinyl wall decor line with over 100 images, momograms, sentiments, in chocolate and white and a selection in kraft. Some of the images will coordiante with our stamp sets. This will be available for purchase starting July 1. As a demonstrator I am avialable to pre-order these now! They are amazing, as soon as I have mine and get them on my wall I will share with you!

Most exciting, these new products are made by SU in house - so this is just phase 1. This will most likely be an expanding product line. This is a great addition that will appeal to a large audience. If you want more information about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator contact me. This is a great opportunity to be with a fabulous company that offers a wide variety of products to meet the needs of varying groups.

Also, I will be able to host a party around the Decor Elements if that is the interest of you and your friends. I'll keep you posted posted on these, but in the mean time if you would like to view the product brochure, e-mail me and I will get you one. Due to SU Policy I can not post it on here but would be happy to get you one to see for yourself how awesome they are!

Retiring List from Stampin' Up! Is Here

After years of dedicated service, the following list of stamp sets from the Spring-Summer Collection 2008 are retiring. So, let's give them a big sendoff and wish them all the best as they begin a new chapter in their lives. But don't wait too long--they're only available through August 10, 2008, and then they're headed to warmer climates! I have listed the stamp sets by catalog page number, so that it's easy for you to flip through your books, highlight and decide the stamp sets you NEED before they're gone forever!

If you would like a printable version click here for a pdf!

Page# Name Item # Price

28 Forever in My Heart 109252 22.95

28 Sealed with a Kiss 109371 15.95

30 Never-Ending Joy 105038 18.95

31 Give Thanks 107001 20.95

31 Peace to the World 109495 19.95

32 Block Party 109407 25.95

34 Snow Flurries 107930 10.95

35 Festive Favorites 107385 23.95

35 Snowflake Spot, The 106786 20.95

36 Peaceful Wishes 106754 23.95

40 Eat Cake 107045 25.95

48 Be Happy 107009 20.95

50 Dilly-Dally 109326 12.95

52 Dare to Be Darling 109379 12.95

52 Greetings Galore 104477 30.95

56 Artfully Asian 106772 23.95

56 Perennial Favorites 107135 12.95

56 Tagger´s Dozen 108303 17.95

59 All Through the Year 107315 17.95

60 Year after Year 109347 30.95

61 Unfrogettable 106624 25.95

62 Whale Wishes 109351 19.95

64 Here, Kitty Kitty 109509 17.95

64 Yappy Day 109465 18.95

68 Sweet Thing 109479 15.95

74 Elementary Essentials 109421 27.95

86 Polka Dots & Paisley 108549 18.95

87 Polka Dots & Petals 108551 17.95

88 Wild Rose 107377 36.95

92 Bud Basics 106644 17.95

92 Just Like You 109337 25.95

93 Two Cute 109385 12.95

97 So Much 109314 31.95

99 Blossoms Abound 107363 23.95

100 Noble Deer 103825 18.95

100 Wildlife Reserve 107198 30.95

101 Happy Camper 107151 31.95

104 Touch of Nature 106322 27.95

110 Background Basics 100970 12.95

114 All in a Row 107321 20.95

114 So Happy 109244 25.95

116 Big Pieces 108306 30.95

116 Little Pieces 105063 17.95

117 Sweet Shapes 106001 25.95

118 Carte Postale 108249 25.95

119 Trimtastic 107343 27.95

124 Office Accoutrement 108541 31.95

127 Labelicious 109503 20.95

128 Create a Coupon 107025 27.95

129 Stamp of Authenticity 106792 31.95

130 Check It Out 109359 18.95

130 Property Lines 109286 19.95

134 French Flair 108321 17.95

134 Weathered 105276 17.95

135 Dotted 107179 17.95

135 Flannel Plaid 106764 17.95

135 Print Pattern 105167 17.95

136 Flower Friend 109517 17.95

136 Word Search 107200 17.95

138 Amazing to Zany 107185 41.95

139 A to Z Accents 106766 17.95

141 It´s Your Birthday 105173 30.95

143 Circle of Friendship 107137 17.95

144 Much Appreciated 105169 13.95

154 Monogram Lower A 109753 15.95

154 Monogram Lower B 109756 15.95

154 Monogram Lower C 109758 15.95

154 Monogram Lower D 109760 15.95

154 Monogram Lower E 109762 15.95

154 Monogram Lower F 109764 15.95

154 Monogram Lower G 109766 15.95

154 Monogram Lower H 109768 15.95

154 Monogram Lower I 109770 15.95

154 Monogram Lower J 109772 15.95

154 Monogram Lower K 109774 15.95

154 Monogram Lower L 109776 15.95

154 Monogram Lower M 109778 15.95

154 Monogram Lower N 109780 15.95

154 Monogram Lower O 109782 15.95

154 Monogram Lower P 109784 15.95

154 Monogram Lower Q 109786 15.95

154 Monogram Lower R 109788 15.95

154 Monogram Lower S 109790 15.95

154 Monogram Lower T 109792 15.95

154 Monogram Lower U 109794 15.95

154 Monogram Lower V 109796 15.95

154 Monogram Lower W 109798 15.95

154 Monogram Lower X 109800 15.95

154 Monogram Lower Y 109802 15.95

154 Monogram Lower Z 109805 15.95

159 Best Friends Alphabet Lower 107397 27.95

159 Best Friends Alphabet Upper 107399 27.95

159 Best Friends Numbers 107401 17.95

159 Rough Edges Mini Alphabets 106114 20.95

Hostess Sets

19 Make It Count 111047 N/A

20 Little Bit of Happiness, A 111064 N/A

20 Sweet Dreams 111131 N/A

21 For a Friend 111083 N/A

21 From the Garden 111043 N/A

22 Spring Solitude 111127 N/A

22 Thanks Tons 111177 N/A

23 Infinite Goodness 111091 N/A

23 Cause for Celebration 111039 N/A

24 Time Well Spent 111054 N/A

25 Older & Wiser 111051 N/A

Okay gang, SHOPPING TIME! Get these stamps sets before they are gone forever! If you don't have your catalog handy, you can access it online by clicking the picture of it on the right on my blog or HERE. Don't forget the In Colors will also retire with this catalog, so if you bought an ink pad don't forget to stock up on the matching paper, ribbon and re-inkers! I know I will surely miss the Purely Pomegrante and Groovy Guava! Two of my favorite colors! Click here to see the In Color line

Last but not least, a Retirement special!
Take 15% off any 2 or more sets from the retiring list. Purchase 4 or more and receive 20% off your order, plus a free gift from me!! This also applies to any products from the In Color Line. This speical is only avialable through me, Darcie Helt, Independant Demonstrator and only vaild until June 30th! Don't delay! E-mail me at dhelt1@juno.com with your order! Any order of $150 or more receives Hostess benfits! Which means more free and Hostess only stamp sets!

Stamping on Cupcakes!

Well sort of! LOL! I made these cupcakes for Julian to take to school. His birthday is next Friday but since school ends this Friday his teacher had him celebrate it at school Monday! Let me just say I had to be creative because I forgot about it until about, oh say about 8:30 pm Sunday night! Yep, I said 8:30 PM! I had a fun, long,exhausting weekend up at Mackinaw City/Island last weekend with Taylor (my oldest) with our Brownie troop. So making cupcakes was the last thing on my mind! These cupcakes are a piece of work, let me tell you. I thankfully had a cake mix and my mom had some frosting but that is it! They looked really plain to me with out anything on them so I dyed the frosting green and stamped soccer balls out from the set Just Soccer and punched them out with my 1 3/8 in circle punch and just pushed them in the frosting a bit! Wala! He loved them when he seen them the next morning!

So the moral of my story is don't forget you can use your stamps for more than just papercrafting!