Perfect Punches Birthday

I have so many fun Christmas Cards to share this time of year, so it's hard to pick something different to post....but we always need other cards this time of year, too and we want to be prepared!!

I made this card a while ago and never shared....so here we go :)

I ran the white layer thru the Big Shot using the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder and then sponged it with Daffodil Delight Classic Ink and the 2 3/8 inch Scallop Circle is cut in half and placed behind the oval image.

Happy Stampin'

Jami

Materials:
Stamps:  Perfect Punches
Ink:  Daffodil Delight
Paper:  Whisper White, Daffodil Delight
Accessories:  Big Shot, Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, Sponge, 2 3/8 inch Scallop Circle, Extra Large Oval Punch, 1/8 inch Taffeta Ribbon

Word Play and Circle Circus Holiday Card

If you are looking for a quick and easy card...you've found it.

Between the big shot and ornament punch, you'll make quick work of your holiday cards.

And, in addition, this a great card using stamp sets that aren't necessarily holiday themed sets!  You may already have them in your collection...

Have you started making your holiday cards, yet?

I haven't, but now that Thanksgiving is over.....they are at the top of my To-Do list :)

Just two days left to take advantage of the Online Extravaganza....

and

Don't forget

You can save an additional 20% when you email or call me with an order

by Wednesday, November 30 at 9pm

 in honor of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday

 all rolled into one easy spot :)

Happy Stampin'

Jami

Materials:

Stamps:  Circle Circus, Word Play

Ink:  Cherry Cobbler

Paper:  Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla

Accessories:  Big Shot, Square Scallop Duo Die, Tasteful Trims Die, Ornament Punch, Deck the Halls

Designer Fabric

Always

Very, very striking in real life!

The Mica Flakes take on the Pretty in Pink and make this card absolutely elegant.

The Mica Flakes are glued onto a piece of Sticky Paper cut to the same size as a piece of Pretty in Pink Cardstock.  Once adhered, I used a sanding block to remove some of the Mica Flakes that aren't attached completely.  It can be a little messy, but well worth it!!

It's a fun embellishment for any card and works with every color.  The Mica Flakes reflect any color cardstock you choose.  You should try it!

Happy Stampin'

Jami

Materials:

Stamps:  Always

Ink:  Basic Gray

Paper:  Very Vanilla, Pretty in Pink, Basic Gray

Accessories:  Mica Flakes, Sticky Pages, Big Shot, Elegant Lines Embossing Folder, Basic Rhinestones, Sanding Block

As promised there are some great deals from Stampin' Up starting today!!

The Online Extravaganza is here and didn't disappoint.

Make sure you visit www.jamicarrera.stampinup.com to check out the great prices and more!!

TODAY only....

Save 20% on 2 brand new items, just until Midnight (Mountain Time) Tonight!
        Simply Scored                                        24 Hour Sale Price   $23.96
        Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamps               24 Hour Sale Price    $13.56

Order Online or Contact me by 10pm tonight to order one!!!

A sampling of just a few other things discounted 20%- 60% until November 30:

• My Digital Studio Express is bundled with $40 worth of FREE Downloads!
• Candy Wrapper Bigz Die
• Birthday Calendars  (make great stocking stuffers)
• Scalloped Ribbon and Glimmer Brad Bundles
• Decor Elements
• Stamp Sets
• Fabrics
• and so much more!!

Go to http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=776  to check it all out and don't forget to visit the Clearance Rack while you are there to pick up even more at great savings  :)

Happy Stampin'

Jami

Coming Soon!!

Stampin' Up's Online Extravaganza has been announced!  Our annual sale to kick off the holiday shopping season, will begin Monday, November 21, 2011, and run through Wednesday, November 30, 2011.

This promotion is perfect for online orders during this especially busy time of year, but feel free to contact me anytime to place an order for you.  I can combine small orders to help save on shipping or have it sent right to your front door.

Log onto www.jamistamps.stampinup.net starting at 12:01am on Monday, November 21, to take advantage of some of these great savings!

• FREE digital downloads valued at $40 when you buy My Digital Studio Express
• 60 percent off select Designer Fabrics
• 30 percent off an exclusive ribbon bundle!

In addition, there will be two items on sale for 24 hours only (November 21, 12:01 AM - 11:59 PM [MT])-so make sure you don't miss the first 24 hours of Online Extravaganza!

If you would like to add to a group order, email me by 10pm, Monday November 21 to take advantage of some great deals!

Happy Stampin'

Jami

Gift Givers Shaker Frame

My friend, Ann, gave me the idea for this card.  She suggested using the Champagne Glass Glitter with the Leprechaun's Pot of Gold!

Isn't it just perfect and so fun?

I did something a little different to cover the Shaker Frame.  Instead of using exact circle sizes and precise placement, I thought I'd show you how you can use any shape that is larger than your frame.  I used the 2 3/4 inch scallop circle.  If you punch your inner circle first, you can use your scallop punch up side down to get it centered.

Happy Stampin'

Jami

Materials:
Stamps:  Gift Givers
Inks:  Black Staz-On
Paper:  Confetti White, Wild Wasabi, Garden Green, Brushed Gold, Regals Patterns Designer Series Stack
Accessories:  Shaker Frames, Window Sheets, Markers - Garden Green, Wild Wasabi, Pear Pizzazz, Bashful Blue, Big Shot, Finial Press Embossing Folder, Smooch Pearlized Accent Ink - Gold Lame, 2 3/8 inch Scallop Circle Punch, 1 3/8 inch Circle Punch, Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border, Scallop Edge Border

Button Buddies Shaker Frame

OOPS!  I guess I got a little distracted from posting...October is always such a busy month.  And it only begins all the holiday craziness.  But October always brings school projects for all the boys (my oldest had 3 this month) and school fundraisers, pumpkin patch visits, pumpkin carving parties, and, last but not least, Halloween!

I look forward to a "quiet" November :) 

But I chose to post this card today in honor of my cousin, who's having a baby boy today!

This one isn't an original idea of mine, I got the main idea from another demonstrators blog, but I just love it!

A close up of the "shaker". 

Inside the shaker frame are little silver beads :)

Happy Stampin'

Jami

Materials:

Stamps:  Button Buddies, A Word for You

Inks:  Marina Mist, Night of Navy

Paper:  Marina Mist, Whisper White, Night of Navy, Subtles Patterns Designer Series Paper Stack

Accessories:  Window Sheets, 1/2 inch Circle Punch, 3/4 inch Circle Punch, White Baker's Twine

November Stampin' Schedule

Stamp in’ November!

It’s November and the holidays are fast approaching!!  Did you know there’s only 52 shopping days left until Christmas!!  After you pick yourself off the floor, don’t you just want to smack the person who gives you that annoying little countdown??

HAHA!  You know what’s coming next, right??  Did you know I have lots of gift giving ideas that are super easy right out of our Stampin Up! catalog???

Anyhow….after my shameless plug J  Don’t miss my calendar below…back by popular demand….is Santa’s Christmas Card Workshop.  Let me help you get your Holiday cards in the mail before all the “holiday hub-bub” gets started!

And don’t miss Stampin’ Up’s Specials this month!!

HOST a workshop and have a fun gal’s night out and earn an extra $35 in free Hostess Merchandise when your workshop total’s $350 or more!  Contact me!!  I have a couple of dates still available to plan a fun night (or afternoon) with friends J  I’ll even show you some great gift ideas.  Hurry offer ends December 15.

And if you decide the time is right to join my Stampin’ Up team this month….there’s an added bonus to your already jam packed Starter Kit!  You get a FREE Big Shot!!  (Or $100 in free merchandise if you already have one)  Hurry this offer ends November 11!

You can find details about the specials and more at www.jamistamps.com

Now on to this month’s class schedule:

Santa’s Christmas Card Workshop Series – November 8, 17 and 29 at 7pm

-          Want to make your Christmas Cards?  Wondering when you are going to get time?  Come to this 3 part series and have fun with friends while making your Christmas Cards.  With this time line, you’ll be the first to get your cards in the mail stress free! 

-          Come on November 8 and we’ll make 3 different Christmas Cards and you can peruse my many, many Christmas card samples.  Plan your own card or pick any design you like and we’ll order any supplies you need.  I also have many, many retired stamp sets that are available for your use, as well.  Already have something special you want to use, bring it and I’ll help you incorporate it into a unique design.

-          Come again on November 17 and I will have all your card stock cut and ready for you to assemble your Christmas cards.

-          Come back on November 29 (if needed) and put the finishing touches on all your cards!  When you take them home, all you need to do is address the envelopes and mail them out!  Or bring your address book and I’ll take ‘em to the post office for you J

Reserve your space by November 6, please, and you are welcome to attend 1 or all 3, whatever fits your schedule! – your only cost is the supplies you’ll need to make your Christmas cards

Stamp A Stack

Friday, November 11, 2011

7pm

Make 10 cards, 2 each of 5 designs

$20

Please Reserve your space!

Mystery Hostess Workshop

Friday, November 18

7pm

Place a minimum order of $25

Make 3 projects and enter the drawing to earn free Stampin’ stuff!

J

Reserve your space for this one!