Great Friend - Fluttering Butterflies Card

I was so excited today to sign onto my Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Website and see one of my cards featured on Stamper's Showcase. I submitted this card to Stampin' Up! for a July Card Contest called "Flutter By Butterfly". This card did not win the contest, however it was published on the Stampin' Up! website to be shared with other Stampin' Up! Demonstrators.

The card features three new in-colors that are now available. The card base is Bermuda Bay. The top layer is Crushed Curry, which I added texture using Stampin' Up!'s exclusive textured background plate and the Big Shot. The new polka dot ribbon is my favorite new in-color "Melon Mambo". This stamp set name is "Great Friend" which was also featured on the Occasions mini catalog.

Stampin' Up's - Deal of the Week (July 6 - July 13)

What a great deal! The Big Shot Doctor’s Bag, normally $69.95, is this week’s Deal of the Week!…from now until 9:50 a.m. (MST) July 13th, you can get it for $49.99! How awesome is that? That’s almost 30% off! I’ve heard a lot of folks saying this makes a great — and chic — carryon bag for weekend jaunts, too! I love the look of this bag.

Stampin' Up's Deal of the Week (July 1 - July 5)

Every week during the month of July, Stampin' Up! will offer one discounted product as a "Deal of the Week." No limits and no minimum purchase required.

July 1 - July 5th Stampin' Up! is offering the Scallop Edge Punch for 30% off ($10.99). This is a great deal and no minimum purchase is required. Click the "Show Now" button on my blog and you can place an order that includes this punch at a special price.

2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog is Now Available

2009-2010 Catalog:

Click the catalog to download in .pdf format!

Click here to download the 2009-2010 Catalog Supplies

Rustic Rooster Card

This is another card that we will be creating at my June "Last Chance" stamp camp. This set is a level 2 hostess set called "Rustic Rooster" I love the vintage look of the stamps in this set. The color combination of More Mustard, Chocolate Chip, Riding Hood Red and Very Vanilla adds to the rustic look of this card. These stamps work great with Stampin' Up!'s exclusive textured plates for the Big Shot. For this card I used the Weathered textured background on Chocolate Chip cardstock. This card would make the perfect thank you or note card for any friend.

Sarah's - June "Last Chance" Stamp Camp

I have scheduled my final June stamp camp which will be the final farewell to some of my favorite 2008-2009 In-Colors, as well as, some favorite stamp sets and accessories (including Designer Series Papers) from the Spring/Summer 2009 Idea Book and Catalog.

The card that I created above uses one of my favorite hostess sets from the Spring/Summer 2009 Idea Book and Catalog called "God's Beauty". The Butterfly image is so realistic and I enjoy every project I have made using this set. One of my favorite greeting sets is also showcased on this beautiful card. "Elegant Cheer" is a versatile set of greetings that looks beautiful when stamped in any of Stampin' Up!'s classic inks. For a truly elegant card use any of Stampin' Up!'s craft ink pads, clear embossing powder and the heat embossing technique and you will have a card that will really WOW the recipient.

This stamp camp is scheduled for Sunday, June 28th from 2 - 6pm at my home. We will be creating 5 cards, including the card showcased above, and one 3-D item. The cost of this stamp camp is $25.00 and space is limited to 10 guests. RSVP by Saturday, June 27th.

I look forward to having you join me in sending these fantastic stamp sets, in-colors and accessories into retirement.

Happy Stamping,

Sarah

How Would You Like to Earn $85 in Hostess Dollars

Yes, you heard me correctly - $85 in Hostess Dollars!!! During the month of June, at Stampin' Up!, it PAYS to have fun! Get extra hostess awards during June when you book and hostess a workshop with me. This is, of course, in addition to the already fantastic hostess benefits you would normally receive!

• Hold a $250 - $399.99 workshop and receive an additional $20 in hostess free dollars!

• Hold a $400 or more workshop and receive an additional $40 in hostess free dollars!*

Earn more rewards while having fun with friends and family this summer! Book a workshop with me and you'll receive even more - a beautiful hand-made hostess gift from me just for you. If you are not located in the Western Connecticut area, no problem - you can host a catalog workshop. I'll set you up with catalogs and everything else you need to be successful! Call or e-mail me today and let me know when you would like to get the party started!

Happy Stamping,

Sarah

Going, going, gone.......

Stampin' Up! has announced their "Last Chance" listings. This your last opportunity to purchase retiring stamp sets, accessories and the 2008-2009 In-Colors during the month of June. Once Stampin' Up!'s stock is sold out, these products will no longer be available.

Now is your time to purchase some of the stamp sets and accessories that have been on your wish list. Several accessories are also discounted up to 50%. Also, do not forget to stock up on your favorite In-Colors and coordinating ribbons, buttons and designer series papers.

Orders can be placed any time by visiting my website: www.sarahmannello.stampinup.net and clicking on the "Shop Now" button.

I have attached pdf files of the "Last Chance" listings for retiring stamp sets and decor elements.

• Last Chance Stamp Sets - In Alphabetical Order
• Last Chance Stamp Sets - In Numerical Page Order
• Last Chance Decor Elements

The retiring accessories listing changes to rapidly and therefore, I will not be posting that listing on my blog. I recommend that you visit my website and click on the "Shop Now" button and view the entire listing of retiring accessories. These products sell extremely quick, so do not delay purchasing your favorite products.

Happy Stamping,

Sarah

Crazy for Cupcakes Class

Make your next birhtday celebration an event to remember when you gift your friend or loved one with this mouth-watering cupcake - themed card set!

Date: Sunday, April 5th

Time: 2:00 - 6:00 PM

Cost: $25.00

Location: My Home
Supplies to bring to class: paper snips, bone folder and blender pen

Please email me to sign up for this class: saglibene@sbcglobal.net

Supplies

• Stamps: Crazy for Cupcakes, On your Birthday

• Inks: Basic Brown, Close to Cocoa, Pink Pirouette, So Saffron, Chocolate Chip, Regal Rose Classic inks, Optional: Close to Cocoa, Regal Rose WWC.

• Paper: Sweet Always DP, Whisper White, Close to Cocoa, Chocolate Chip, Regal Rose, Pink Pirouette, Medium Whisper White envelopes

• Accessories: Sticky strip, Snail adhesive, Stampin’ Dimensionals, 2-way glue pen,Crystal Effects, 1" Double - Stitched Chocolate Chip Grosgrain ribbon, 5/8" Regal Rose ribbon, Dazzling Diamonds glitter,silver brads, paper snips, 1/16” handheld circle punch, 1 ¼” circle punch, ticket corner punch,Key Tag punch, crimper (optional), blender pen, Stampin’ Scrub, Stampin’ Mist, paper trimmer & scoring blade, bone folder, Stamp-a-ma-jig,Uni-ball Signo gel pen,Embossig Buddy (optional) Stampin’ Sponges, pencil & ruler, Velcor circles

A Little Birdie Told Me .. Set of 6 Cards

A Little Birdie Told Me.... Birdhouse Cardholder

This is the adorable Birdhouse Card Holder that we will be creating at the March 8th Stamping Class.

A Little Birdie Told Me... Stamping Class

Join me on Sunday, March 8th to create this adorable Birdhouse and 6 coordinating cards. We will be using the "A Little Birdie Told Me" stamp set and "Good Morning Sunshine" Designer Series Paper, as well as, other fun accessories from the Spring/Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog. The Birdhouse is made of cardstock and will be used to "house" these six adorable cards. The fee for this class is $35.00 and space is limited to 8 guests. Contact me by Friday, March 6th to reserve you space.

I almost forgot to mention that we will be using the Big Shot to create awesome textured backgrounds for each of these cards.