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| Stamp Happy! Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator |
November 2009 |
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Scrapbooking
and Stamping Cruise!
A perfect combination - stamping, scrapbooking, and a luxury vacation!
Join us starting March 24th, 2010 on the Bounty Discovery Cruise!
Ten nights of fun, the boat will stop in Norfolk Island, Noumea, Ouvea, Port Vila, Mystery Island.
All the days the boat is sailing, Stamping Classes will be on offer. (All classes will cater to scrapbookers and non-scrapbookers . . . the only requirement is that you like to craft!)
Prices start at $1238 for ten nights and all meals.
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Q&A
How do I heat emboss with out getting extra marks and acheive a clear image?
First of all, you will always get the best results if you use high quality cardstock, inks, and embossing powders.
A good first step is to use an Embossing Buddy - an anti-static bag to eliminate the static that may be on your cardstock. Now the fine particles of embossing powder won't cling to static and land where you don't want it to.
Next, make sure your ink pad, something like a Versamark, is good and juicy. Versamark tends to dry out relatively quickly; it's a good idea to get a refill when you buy your pad.
Stamp down and straight up; avoid rocking back and forth, which tends to add extra ink to your project in strange places.
Next sprinkle your embossing powder over the stamped image and tap off the excess. Use a good quality, relatively fine powder here. Cheap chunky stuff will produce an unpolished result.
Heat your project with an Embossing Tool, but don't stop heating the second it melts. Give it a moment longer, and you'll see the powder go from slightly bubbly to glass-smooth.
Now you're done.
Versamark ink pad $16.50
Versamark refill $8.95
Embossing Powder $10.95
white, black, gold, silver, clear
Embossing Buddy $11.25
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Ten Great Gifts Under $30
1. Standard handle + Standard Wheel $22.90
2. Versamark Ink Pad + Embossing Powder $27.45
3. Mat Pack + Basic Black Stampin Write Journaler $29.25
4. Fun Flower Stamp + Any Classic Dye Ink Pad your colour choice $27.90
5 Two Way Glue Pen + Dazzling Diamonds Glitter $18.00
6. Pack of two Anywhere Glue Sticks + Pack of 12 Designer Series Papers $28.90
7. Laughter and Love Rub-Ons + Adhesive Remover $28.00
8. Horizontal Slot Punch + 1/4 inch Grosgrain ribbon colour of your choice $26.45
9. Button Bouquet + Linen Thread $28.75
10. Elegant Thank You Stamp + Note Cards set of 20 $28.20
11. Designer Brads Flower Assortment + Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker + Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Write Marker $29.75 | |
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Dear Stampers,
This is by far my most favourite time of year! Yes, it's crazy, crazy busy, but it's also so fun to get together with so many of you and have a good play and a laugh. It's taken me a few years to get used to the idea of Christmas coming during Summer, but now I've decided that it's awfully darn convenient to combine the holiday months with the holiday time!
Last weekend my team and I held our first official Christmas event in Hamilton, and we had a fantastic day. The weather was fabulous and the day went off without a hitch. Join us for a similar event in Auckland, Tauranga, Whangarei, or Nelson! (See calendar below).
November's Virtual Class is a very cool 5x6 album made out of the I Wish Simply Scrappin Kit. I've included plenty of goods in the kit - you'll have lots of leftovers for extra embellishment, extra pages, or another project. You can order just the kit, just the instructions, or a discounted product bundle here. While supplies last!
November's Promotion Update: The good news is that Stampin' Up has now changed the November Promotion so you can choose either a Scallop Square Punch or a Boho Blossoms Punch (or both!) with a qualifying purchase off the Gift Giving Guide. Yahoo! See below for details.
November is the last month for the Spring Mini Catalogue, which means there's only a few weeks left to get anything on your wish list from there. Heads up: the Scallop Oval Punch is NOT in the next mini, so grab it while you can!
November is also the last month for my current Challenge Team. They have all done a fantastic job!! If you would like to take part in the next 6 month team, please email me your interest by November 12th.
I now have all the details for the Stamping and Scrapbooking Cruise! See here and/or email me for a flyer. Registration is ending soon!
Please continue reading for more promotions and tips!
Warmest Regards,
Jacquelyn Pedersen
Stamp Happy! Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator
021 128 9923 (9) 482 3365
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Upcoming Events
Classes, workshops, and community events
Virtual Class! I Wish Flippy Album! Make a beautiful 5x6 album with the I Wish Simply Scrappin' Kit. This makes a fun little gift for a friend or use it to preserve your Christmas memories. Enrol in the class at any time during the month and receive your class kit with full instructions sent to your door!! while supplies last. *Please see DIY Page for bundle options and a credit card secure payment link
Nov 7th Auckland Extravaganza!
Book your seat today! $40 5 projects 1-5pm $10 voucher
Nov 15th Tauranga Extravaganza!
Book your seat today! $40 5 projects 1-5pm $10 voucher
November 10th Papakura Stamp Class Make two projects - one card and one packaging item for Christmas. 7:30 $15
November 11th Stamp A Stack Make eight cards in four designs for $20! 7:30
November 18th Takanini Stamp Class Make two projects - one card and one packaging item for Christmas. 7:30 $15
November 20th Thanksgiving Dinner Demonstrator Training Evening 6:30pm. Summer mini swaps, training of the new tools coming, and a beautiful dinner to celebrate our blessings. RSVP essential.
Nov 21st Nelson Extravaganza!
Book your seat today! $40 5 projects 1-5pm $10 voucher
Nov 22nd Whangarei Extravaganza! Book your seat today! $30 and five projects.
November 25th Packaging Class Learn a few easy boxes and packaging ideas, ready for the holidays. $15 7:30pm
December 2nd NEW Summer Mini Catalogue Launch!!
Come and see all the new products, have a play and have some hands on making two fabulous projects! $15 7:30 pm
Stamping and Scrapbooking Cruise!
March 24th, 2010 Ten fantastic days!!
Classes & workshops upon request. If there is a technique you'd like to learn or an area you'd like me to frequent - I am more than happy to take suggestions!
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Give a Gift, Receive A Gift Promotion
Stampin' Up! has released a beautiful gift giving guide, which is a lovely tool for customers to use.
Email me for a copy of this guide or click here.
But the bonus is that for every $105 you spend on the products on the guide, you will recieve a Scallop Square Punch or a Boho Blossoms Punch (your choice) FREE!! $35.95 + postage value! That's more than 33% value added!
To see samples made with some of products on the Gift Giving Guide,click here.
Breast Cancer Awareness Promotion
For over 20 years, Stampin' Up! has helped women make a difference in the lives of others by simply doing what they love to do--sharing creativity. Now you too can become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator and make a difference!
For every person who joins the Stampin' Up! family between 1 October and 31 December 2009, we will donate $5 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (AU) or The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation.
Plus, until 31 December 2009, we'll give you a FREE pack of Raspberry Tart Designer Series paper and a Pretty in Pink Classic Stampin' Pad to help you get started!
Email me for a no-obligation information pack and/or download the flyer here.
Stamp Clubs!
Now accepting new members to Auckland North Shore, Takanini South Auckland, and Hamilton stamp clubs! Click here for more information on stamp clubs and how it can benefit you! I am always happy to start another if you have a group or even a few ladies in an area who'd like to meet up regularly to learn new techniques and projects. |
Scrapbook corner
. . . .Adding visual texture
Click on the photo for the full post.
Texture. It's one of those key elements that really makes a project sing.
I would define texture as a contrast - a contrast in colour, tactile surface, depth, shape, and even mood.
And there is so much so-called "visual" texture you can add without adding a great deal of bulk or weight to your projects. Let's go over the snippet of my latest scrapbook page above. Even though the full layout is relatively uncluttered, there is lots of texture going on.
First, I started with our textured 12x12, giving a very subtle, but interesting canvas. Layers of scraps of the Sweeet Always papers breaks up the patterns quite a bit, creating lots of visual layers, even if in reality, it was just a handful of bits of patterned paper.
The glittered letters ( tutorial) give a bit of roughness, in contrast to the smooth papers and variation in both colour and shading, in contrast to the white backgound. The neutral background gives us maximum contrast to the brighter colours, creating another layer of texture.
The faux stitching, done with a white gel pen, adds interest and gives the impression of a bumpy piece of thread. Of course the buttons offer a real "bumpiness", and their shiny, smooth surface also offers a difference to the visual chunkiness of the glitter and the texture on the white card.
Further on in the layout, I've also incorporated ribbon, punched shapes, layered images, and a tag put up on dimensionals.
Your eye will often tell you when a project just lacks something. That "something" may well be a bit of texture.
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With love and best wishes,
Jacque
Stamp Happy! Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator
9 482 3365, 021 128 9923
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Join my Team in November and Receive SIX Free Ink Pads + Raspberry Tart DSP!
Start your own home-based business in November and receive extra product to start you off! In addition to the starter kit, SU is adding the Raspberry Tart papers and a Pretty in Pink inkpad and I will personally contribute FIVE MORE ink pads of your choice! Whether you want a hobby, to earn enough to pay for your products, or to make an income, Stampin' Up! would love to have you on board.
Contact me for a no-obligation informational packet. through November 30, 2009!
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