Forgotten Fridays

Hi.

Last Thursday, I mentioned I will be starting a regular post to showcase some current 'forgotten' products or retired products.  At the time, I couldn't think of a catchy name.  Well, in the middle of last night a name came to me!  How does Forgotten Friday sound?  I think it's ok.

What's it all about?
If you're anything like me, you have lots of Stampin' Up! products that you haven't used for ages. Or you might have some favourites that have retired and just can't part with because you still love to use them.  Well, this is for you.  Some ideas and inspiration (hopefully) to brush the dust of those old favourites.

When will Forgotten Friday start?
At this stage, Forgotten Friday will be the second Friday of each month.  I hope you'll pop back on Friday 10th February to check it out.

In the meantime, remember Sale-A-Bration is still running with lots of great products in the Occasions catalogue and freebies if you spend A$90.  Here's the link to my online shop.


Bye for now.
Robyn

Sale-A-Bration 2017

Hello,

Sale-a-Bration has been running for just over 3 weeks now.  I hope you've had a chance to look at the Occasions catalogue and added lots of things to your wish list.

To help you, here's a quick look at some of the fabulous items that caught my eye.  They are available until 31st May, 2017

Remember, if you live in Australia, for every $90 you spend between 4th January and 31st March, you are entitled to select a free gift from our Sale-A-Bration catalogue.  I already have the Card Tin, and am waiting for my next freebies to be delivered.  Check out some of the items available to you.

If there's something you like, why not go to my shop to read more about Sale-A-Bration. You'll be able to place your order with me and have it sent directly to you.  Why wait?  If you'd prefer to receive our catalogues email me and I'll send them to you,

Happy shopping.
Robyn

Happy Birthday - Butterfly Basics

Hello again, and Happy Australia Day.

While tidying my craft area in preparation for the delivery my Sale-A-Bration order, I came across a few sheets of 2013-15 In Colour card stock and matching embellishments.  So, I thought rather than have it sit hidden for another 12 months, I should use it now.

Here are the cards I made using the Butterfly Basics and the retired Happy Birthday, Everyone stamp sets.  I think I went a bit overboard with the ferns on a couple of them, but overall I'm happy with the look. The idea for these cards from a blog I follow - www.scrappingandstampiningj.blogspot.com

Product List

Butterfly Basics Photopolymer Stamp Set [137154] $42.00	Happy Birthday, Everyone Clear-Mount Stamp Set [139958] $14.00	Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [126974] $11.50	Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad [131175] $9.95
Crisp Cantaloupe Classic Stampin' Pad [131176] $9.95	Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin' Pad [131177] $9.95	Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad [131178] $9.95	Card Stock A4 Coastal Cabana [131302] $11.95
Card Stock A4 Crisp Cantaloupe [131303] $11.95	Card Stock A4 Pistachio Pudding [131299] $11.95	Card Stock A4 Strawberry Slush [131300] $11.95	Whisper White A4 Card Stock [106549] $15.75
2013-2015 In Color Sequin Assortment [133631] $8.95	Fine-Tip Glue Pen [138309] $12.00

I love the size of the Happy Birthday sentiment.  Using this stamp, and the retired paper got me thinking that there must be a lot of crafters who, like me use new stamps and papers and forget about older favourites or retired stamp sets.   

Watch this space, because once a month I'll endeavour to showcase some current forgotten or retired products.  I just need a catchy phrase.  If you think of something, feel free to suggest it.    

In the meantime, have a good week.

Bye for now,

Robyn

Male Birthday - Swirly Scribbles Thinlits

Hello,

I never have enough male birthday cards, so thought I should get my act together and get some done. I CaSED these cards from a post by Caroline Thomas (www.craftwithcaro.com) on pinterest.

They weren't too difficult to make, just a little tricky lining up and adhering the swirls once cut.
The card with the blue inset is my favourite.

Product List

Better Together Clear-Mount Stamp Set [141736] $64.00	Watercolor Wishes Card Kit [140406] $61.00	Versamark Pad [102283] $15.00	Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [126974] $11.50
Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder [109130] $8.75	Copper Stampin' Emboss Powder [141636] $8.75	Copper Foil Sheets [142020] $7.00	Early Espresso A4 Card Stock [121686] $14.00
Marina Mist A4 Card Stock [121682] $14.00	Tangerine Tango A4 Card Stock [116206] $14.00	Calypso Coral A4 Card Stock [124392] $14.00	Wild Wasabi A4 Card Stock [111850] $14.00
Swirly Scribbles Thinlits Dies [141497] $45.00

If you live in Australia, and would like to purchase any of these items, just click on the link below the picture, or on the My Shop link at the top to take you to my online shop.  Alternatively, you can email me any time.  I'd be happy to help you.

Bye for now,

Robyn

Peek-a-Boo Technique - Dragonfly Dreams

Hello.  I've fallen in love with the Dragonfly Dreams bundle that is part of the Occasions Catalogue.

Last week I had a chance to make a few cards with the bundle and my current Designer Series Paper - Floral Boutique.  What better way could there be to show off this DSP than the Peek-a-Boo technique?

I'm a bit OCD, so for my cards, I measured down from the top to where I wanted my opening to be, then drew lines and scored from that point, to the bottom corners.  Then I cut from the centre to the opening point and folded the pieces back.  All that was needed then was to use a glue dot to secure the pieces.  Easy!

As you can see, these cards can be made for any sentiment, size and layout.

Product List

Best Birds Photopolymer Stamp Set [141525] $37.00	Dragonfly Dreams Photopolymer Bundle [144728] $81.25	Thoughtful Branches Photopolymer Stamp Set [143539] $47.00	Watercolor Wishes Card Kit [140406] $61.00
Whisper White A4 Card Stock [106549] $15.75	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [126970] $11.50	Night Of Navy A4 Card Stock [106577] $14.00	Floral Boutique Designer Series Paper [141663] $19.25
Pearl Basic Jewels Embellishments [119247] $8.75	Rhinestone Basic Jewels Embellishments [119246] $8.75	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $6.00

If you'd like to make these cards and don't have the products, just click on the description under the item to go to my online shop.

Bye for now,

Robyn

Welcome to Sale-A-Bration 2017

Woohoo.  Today is the day!  That's right, the biggest Stampin' Up! promotion of the year, Sale-A-Bration starts today until 31st March, 2017.  What is all about? I hear you ask.

Well, during Sale-A-Bration, you have three ways to earn free products.  Yep, you read correctly...free products.  Here's your three options - 

• Shop, and for every $90 you spend (before shipping & handling), you can select one free item from the Sale-A-Bration catalogue.  You can shop from the Annual Catalogue, Occasions Catalogue, Clearance Rack or the Holiday Carryover.

• Join Stampin' Up! and get your choice of $235 worth of products for $169.  You can also choose 2 additional Stamp Sets for your Starter Kit.  Wow, any 2 stamp sets for any price - type or price doesn't come into it.  It only excludes project kits, bundles and Sale-A-Bration items. Want another bonus?  There isn't a shipping charge for your kit.  

Click here to join my team.  You'll need to read and acknowledge the Demonstrator and Online agreement, then provide some details, and choose your products.  It's that easy!

• Grab a few friends and Host a qualifying (sales of $400 or more) party to earn $40 more in Stampin' Rewards!   

To make it more tempting, you can download the newly released Occasions catalogue.  There are some fabulous products to tempt you.  Think Watercolour Pencils, Dragonflies, Elephants, new Window Box thinlits dies, gorgeous flower framelits dies as well as some romantic stamps, papers and matching embellishments.  Every time I flick through the catty, I add more to my wish list.

Who doesn't like free things?  Click here to shop online or email me any time.

Have fun browsing and shopping.  I'm sure you'll find something you like...I did.

Bye for now.
Robyn