'Tis the Season . . . to be Grateful!

Thank you.  Two simple words that go so far and mean so much.  I had a work superviser in the past who said 'thank you' . . . a LOT!  In fact, he said it so much it seemed kind of weird, like out of place.  But I learned from him that you can never say 'thank you' too much!  This is a card I made a couple years ago, but I still love the simple design and the superior message . . .

We all need to hear that we are appreciated. I hope you dig out that surplus of thank you cards - or make a new one! - today, and tell someone how thankful and grateful you are!  You will be blessed, and so will they!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: Small Script (retired)
Ink: Soft Suede
Paper: Sahara Sand, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry (retired), Indian Summer (BasicGrey)
Extras: Polka-Dot ribbon in Crushed Curry (retired)
Inspired by: me!

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.

Many THANKS for stopping by today!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

Stampin' Success Magazine - take a peek!

If you're a demonstrator with Stampin' Up!, you know how we eagerly await each issue of Stampin' Success when it comes out every other month!  Great ideas, super tips, awesome photography . . . it's the best!  If you aren't a demonstrator YET, you really need to take a peek at this magazine!  Click right on the Stampin' Success  pic.

Like what you see?  Wanna get it?  Well, what are you waiting for - JOIN today!  Not only will you be on the inside track with Stampin' Success,  but you'll also get a WHOLE COLLECTION of FREE ink pads (Nov. 1 - Dec. 16).  That's another great reason to jump on board the Demo-train!

The Details:
Stampin' Up!'s New Demonstrator Starter Kit is completely customizable! Build your Starter Kit your way! For just $99, you get:

• Your choice of up to $125 worth of any current Stampin' Up! products!
• A business supply pack valued at $65!.

That's a total value of $190!

Plus, from November 1 through December 16, you’ll get a FREE collection of Classic Stampin’ Pads®—a $49.95 value—when you become a demonstrator. It’s an ink-redible time to join the Stampin’ Up! family! Go to my WEBSITE to get all the details.


Thanks for stopping by today - and for considering Stampin' Up!'s demonstrator offer!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

 

Got Paper Strips?

I have another card for you today that uses paper strips.  I am always SO inspired by Kay Kalthoff - both by WHO she is as a person, and WHAT she comes up with in her creating!  This card is a CASE of her beautiful card a while back:

 

It uses a few retired products, but you get the idea - easy, uses up your scraps, and oh! so lovely.

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: Kindness Matters, Four Frames
Ink: Sahara Sand, Poppy Parade (retired)
Paper: Everyday Enchantment DSP (retired), Very Vanilla, Sahara Sand cardstock
Extras: Poppy Parade twill ribbon (retired), Extra Large Oval punch, Decorative Label punch, Stripes textured embossing folder
Inspired by: Kay Kalthoff

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.


I hope this inspires you to dig through your stash of paper strips and create today!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

Comfort Cafe Cravings

These crisp days of autumn just make me want to curl up on the couch at my favorite coffee cafe and read a good book!  Maybe that's why my MOST favorite Designer Series Paper in the Stampin' Up! catalog is "Comfort Cafe" - a collection of warm, cozy earthy prints that just seem to comfort me the way my caramel cappuccino does!

 

How's this for a cozy combination?  And I LOVE that it uses up some of my growing collection of paper strips and scraps!  The homey texture given by the wooden button is the perfect touch.

 

Here's the same design using other papers from the Comfort Cafe DSP collection:

 

 

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: Word Play
Ink: Midnight Muse, Cajun Craze ink pads, Soft Suede Stampin' Write marker
Paper: Comfort Cafe DSP, Midnight Muse, Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla cardstock
Extras: Naturals designer buttons, Linen thread, paper piercer and Essentials Paper Piercing Pack
Inspired by: Angella Crocket

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.


Now . . . go get yourself a cuppa java and some gorgeous PAPER - and craft some comfort today!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

NEW Stampin' Up! Trimmer is here!

Introducing the new and improved Stampin' Trimmer! Although paper trimmers are a common crafting tool, this trimmer was designed exclusively by paper crafters for paper crafters - and because it was made by Stampin' Up!, you know it's a cut above the rest!

 

WHY should you consider trying yet another paper trimmer??? 

Remember how frustrating it was to try and cut regular-sized cards on the old paper trimmer? With the new trimmer, the base has been extended so you can make most of your common cuts and measurements without even extending the ruler!

So many features of this tool make it the best on the market. The precision tip on the cutting blade allows you to pinpoint precisely where you're cutting. The handle shows you exactly where the blade will cut, making it easy to see exactly where your cuts and scores will begin and end. And, with the specially-designed insertion point, the handles snap into the track easily without bending or bowing the track itself - which helps to keep the track straight and rigid.

Have you ever thought you were getting a straight cut, but it turned out to be bowed? The new handles and cutting track are so stable, your cuts will be perfectly straight!  This tool is all about ease-the cutting track is longer than 12" making it so easy to cut or score a full sheet of cardstock without having to remove any of the blades!

So now that I have your interest, here are the specs: 

An extra-wide 6-1/4" cutting base and an extended 14-1/2" ruler

• The extra-wide cutting base provides a large work area and is marked in 1/4" (4 mm) increments, allowing for small measurements.
• The right-side grid helps you measure and cut very thin strips.
• The extended cutting arm has a stabilizing leg to provide a sturdy and steady cutting surface for longer cuts.
• When fully extended, the extended cutting arm sits flush with the trimmer base, providing more accurate and consistent measurements across the entire surface.
• The cutting base and track include a full ruler, incorporating measurements down to 1/16" and grid lines that mark each quarter inch.
• All rulers and measurements on the base are printed under a plastic cover so your measurements won't wear off.
• The base has nonskid feet, which keeps the Stampin' Trimmer securely in place on your work area.

A full 12" cutting and scoring track

• The extra-long cutting track has space at the top and bottom so you don't have to take the cutting and scoring blades out when you're not using them.
• The track gives you enough space to cut or score a full 12" (30.5 cm) without having to remove or switch out handles.
• The cutting track locks in place for secure storage or transport.
• The track includes an insertion point for cutting and scoring blade handles so you can easily insert handles into the cutting track.

Specially designed handles and cutting track to ensure straight cuts

• The hook on the scoring and cutting blade handles keeps the handles stable so the cuts are as straight as possible.
• Handles come in two colors: dark for cutting, light for scoring.
• The precision tip on the cutting blade allows you to pinpoint precisely where you're cutting.
• The point on the side of each handle shows you where the blade will cut, making it easy to see exactly where your cuts and scores will begin.

Storage compartment under base

• The storage compartment holds scoring and cutting tools such as a Bone Folder, Simply Scored Stylus, extra scoring and cutting blades, and even business cards.
• Separate compartments within the storage compartment keep your tools organized, and the clear cover makes it easy to see what you've stored.

Product details: item 126889; $29.95.

Want to see this baby in action?  Watch this Stampin' Trimmer VIDEO in my Online Store - then order yours today!

Thanks for stopping by CLOcards today!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

Sharing Time: Wonderfall Autumn

Wow, it's November!  And Thanksgiving is on its way.  Thank-you cards are some of my favorites to make AND send - I try to make it a regular habit to say 'thank you!'  This card was designed and offered by Dawn Olchefske at her DOstamping Card Class recently.  The Woodgrain embossing folder gives a nice backgroud - and even distresses the Core'dinations paper on the way through the Big Shot!  Love that - 2 effects at one time!  And the Champagne Glimmer Paper adds a nice contrast to the earthy feel of the card.

Be sure to click on Dawn's name below to see her original card and watch a quick video of her technique in cutting and stamping the leaf.

Thank YOU for sharing, Dawn!!!

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps: Wonderfall, Made for You
Ink: Early Espresso
Paper: Early Espresso Core'dinations, Champagne Glimmer Paper, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla
Extras: Brushed Bronze Designer Buttons, Early Espresso Baker's Twine, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals, Woodgrain textured embossing folder, Autumn Accents Bigz die, Modern Label punch
Inspired by: Dawn Olchefske

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Supplies to make this project at my ONLINE STORE.


Consider attending a card class sometime - my next CLOcards class is on November 27th - so if you're in the area, join us! Be sure RSVP to reserve your project packets.

Thanks for stopping by today!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

FREE Ink - 2 Ways - INK-redible!!

LOVE love love the newly redesigned ink pads!  The firm, juicy foam really gives a solid, crisp image.  These pads just ROCK!   Makes you want 'em all!!

Well, have I got a deal for you:  Hostesses who hold a minimum $450 party** during the INK-redible promotion period (Nov. 1 - Dec. 16) will receive a FREE collection of 10 Classic Stampin Pads*.  You can choose from Brights, Subtles, or Regals - each set a $49.95 value! Plus, the free ink is in addition to the regular hostess benefits - INK-redible!

Benefits:
In addition to a FREE collection of Classic Stampin' Pads*, you'll also get $65 in hostess dollars and a 50%-off item! See chart below:

Your Order or Party Sales**	One Free Ink Collection	Hostess Dollars	Items at 50%
$450	Yes!	$65	1 item
$500	Yes!	$80	2 items
$700	Yes!	$115	3 items

With the holidy shopping season upon us, it is really quite doable to reach these sales numbers!!  Contact me today to schedule your party - your home or mine!

OR . . .
You can also JOIN the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator for the low rate of $99 - and get $125 worth of YOUR CHOICE of Stampin' Up! products and $65 in catalogs and supplies.  This also qualifies you to receive the FREE collection of 10 Classic Stampin Pads*!  There are so many Benefits to being a demonstrator - even as a hobby!  Questions?  Contact me today!


Thanks for stopping by today!

~Hugs~   Cheryl O.    J

*Neutrals Collection not eligible
**Does not include tax and shipping