Christmas Anyone?

Do you want to start making your Christmas cards? Why not check out the new Stampin' Up! 2016 Autumn/Winter seasonal catalogue which has launched today with lots of gorgeous new products.  Why not download a copy of the new catalogue - from the toolbar on the right hand side of my blog.

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There are so many fabulous products, it is difficult to know where to start.

You can order from my online shop 24/7 or if you prefer contact me directly. If you would like a paper copy of the seasonal catalogue, why not contact me and I’ll post you a free copy.

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

Pinkies Sneak Peak 2016/17 Annual Catalogue Blog Hop

Thank you for joining us on another Pinkies Blog Hop! We're showcasing lots of gorgeous projects using products from the new Stampin' Up!® Annual Catalogue. Simply use the buttons at the end of each post to keep hopping!

Welcome to those who have joined me from Hannah's blog - wasn't her project gorgeous? I just love how she has used the new products from Stampin' Up!'s new annual catalogue which launches on 1 June.

I have a lot of birthdays coming up so needed to make a batch of girlie cards and just had to use one of the new in-colours - Sweet Sugarplum [don't you just love the colour and the name ;-)]. I decided to pair it with one of the new hostess sets - Gift of Love. I also used the new Thoughtful Banners stamp set which co-ordinates with a new punch - the Duet Banner Punch (and you'll be able to get both as a bundle and save 10% - I love a bargain!)

The panel on the side has been made by stamping one of the images from Gorgeous Grunge in Sweet Sugarplum ink onto Sweet Sugarplum cardstock, interspersed with light brushes from the Wink of Stella gold pen. I also created a raised effect by stamping the banner twice, and cutting part of it out and gave it extra dimension by using Stampin' Dimensionals.

I did lots of versions of the flowers, until I was happy with the blended effect, but like all crafters I don't like to waste anything, so used some left over items to make these two cards....

Don't forget to stop by Sarah's blog as I know she has a fab project to share with you. Click on the next button below to take a look....

To make these projects you will need:

Cardstock/Paper: Thick Whisper White, Whisper White, Sweet Sugarplum ♦ Stamps: Gift of Love (Hostess 2016/17), Thoughtful Banners, Gorgeous Grunge ♦ Ink: Sweet Sugarplum, Pear Pizzazz, Momento Black Tuxedo, Blushing Bride, ♦ Tools/Accessories: Duet Banner Punch, Wink of Stella pen (gold)  Stampin' Dimensionals, Blender pen

You can order from my online shop 24/7 or if you prefer contact me directly. Don't forget you can't order any of the sneak peak items though until 1 June 2016. Why not contact me and I’ll send you an advance copy of the new catalogue.

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

New Stampin' Up! Annual Catalogue Launches Today

It's here - the brand new 2015-16 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalogue.

So do you want to see the new catalogue? Simply click the catalogue cover `below or the link on the right hand side to see all 189 pages.

If your wish list is £99 or more why not consider joining as a demonstrator with June's fab recruiting offer? You choose £130 worth of goods PLUS TWO ADDITIONAL STAMP SETS (of any value) and only pay £99.  Its a wonderful offer and once you have joined you will continue to get ongoing discounts of at least 20% discount (off the NET product amount).

Take a moment to read the information in the "Join My Team" tab across the top of my blog and if you are ready to join you can complete the online forms today and your starter kit will be winging its way to you in the next few days!!

Or if you want to get your hands on some fab products click on the button below!

Remember you can order from my online shop 24/7 or if you prefer contact me directly.

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

Fast Friday - Week 26

This is the first (belated) Fast Friday post for 2015.

I have some amazing friends who have been helping me out at the moment and I wanted to say thank you to them so turned to the gorgeous Painted Petals stamp set in the Spring/Summer catalogue to come up with this quick and simple but I hope stunning card.

You know how crafters love to use every last scrap? Well you might be wondering where the DSP I have used on the card comes from? Does this photo give you a clue?

Yes that's right I used the inside of the Sale-a-b-ration cover sheet from the Spring/Summer catalogue! Waste not want not!

Click any of the images or products below to visit my online shop.

Don't forget you'll get a FREE Sale-a-bration item for every £45 you spend.

Built for Free Using: My Stampin Blog

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

Double Launch Day - Sale-a-bration and Spring/Summer Seasonal Catalogues

Today is a double whammy with a launch of both the new Spring/Summer Seasonal catalogue as well as Stampin' Up!'s best promotion of the year - Sale-a-bration! Yay!

                    

So what is Sale-a-bration? Well it's the opportunity to earn exclusive FREEBIES for every £45 you spend! And there is no limit, so spend £90 and you choose 2 free products, spend £135 and you get 3 free products and so on and so on! Although if you really want it all you should consider becoming a demonstrator! This chart quickly summarises the 3 ways you can benefit from Sale-a-bration up until 31 March 2015.

You can order online and on the relevant screen the prompt will remind you if you need to add a free item if you have made a qualifying purchase. You can order from either the current main catalogue, or the new Spring/Summer catalogue.

You can order from my online shop 24/7 or if you prefer contact me directly.

Why not come back soon when I will have some inspiration of some of the fab new products!  In the meantime why not check out the Stampin' Up! videos on YouTube so you can see some of the new products in action.

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

Pinkies Stampin' Up! Blog Hop - 2014 Annual Catalogue

Thank you for joining us on another Pinkies Blog Hop! We're showcasing lots of gorgeous projects using products from the new Stampin' Up!® Annual Catalogue. Simply use the buttons at the end of each post to keep hopping!

Welcome to those who have joined me from Anne-Marie's blog - wasn't her project gorgeous? I just love how she has used the products from the new catalogue!

I have made this cute card which focuses on 4 brand new products from the new annual catalogue. The first thing you will notice is the card base which is a luscious new in-colour - Blackberry Bliss.  You will then notice the leafy image which is one of 6 images in the Bloom with Hope stamp set (there are also 4 sentiments - one of which I used on the card as well). This new exclusive hostess set is very suited to another new product - Blendabilities.

What are Blendabilities? They are Stampin' Up!'s new alcohol based markers. You will need to use a water based ink to stamp your image to prevent any bleed when colouring in - so Stampin' Up! now stock Momento Tuxedo Black ink which is the ink of choice for crafters to use when colouring with alcohol based markers.

One of the other great things about Blendabilities is that they can also be used to colour in your rhinestones and pearls – which is just perfect for a matchy matchy girl like me!

The final new product I have used is one of the punches from the new Itty Bitty Accents punch pack. I was disappointed when I heard that the Itty Bitty Shapes punch pack was retiring from the last annual catalogue, but as soon as I saw this new trio of punches I forgot all about missing the old ones! This new set includes a heart, star and an adorable shaped mini flower which I have used here. Don't you just love how the pale cool colour of Pool Party is a great contrast with the vibrant Blackberry Bliss?

To make this project you will need:

Cardstock/Paper: Blackberry Bliss, Whisper White, Pool Party ♦ Stamps: Bloom in Hope (Hostess 2014/15) ♦ Ink: Momento Tuxedo Black, Versamark, Old Olive Blendabilities, Rich Razzleberry (dark) Blendability (for colouring rhinestone) ♦ Tools/Accessories: Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack, Pool Party Embossing Powder, Heat Gun, Rhinestones, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Piercing Tool, Essentials Paper Piercing Kit, Simply Scored Stylus (for dimension to flowers)

So what are you waiting for? Do you want to get your hands on some fabulous new product? Well you can order from my online shop 24/7 or if you prefer contact me directly. And if you are local to me why not hold a party and get your friends to come along for some crafting fun!

Have a great weekend enjoying the weather, but don't forget to stop by Christa's blog as I know she has a fab project to share with you. Click on the next button below to take a look....

Have a fantastic weekend!  A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

It's Here!

It's 1st July and guess what that means? Yes a new Stampin' Up! year with a lush new annual catalogue with lots of new gorgeous products!

So what are you waiting for go and have a look!

You can order from my online shop 24/7 or if you prefer contact me directly.

To celebrate the new catalogue I am holding a launch party at my home on Thursday 10 July from 7.00pm - 10.00pm. Why not come along and spend time crafting, browsing the new catalogue, chatting, free refreshments and some special offers and prizes.  Price is £5 entry which includes a raffle ticket, make & take, copy of the new catalogue and a goodie bag. I will also be holding a BOGOF sale, where with every purchase from the new catalogue I will be giving away stock from the previous catalogues. Make sure you contact me to book your place so I know you are coming and you don't miss out!

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

Pinkies Stampin' Up! Autumn/Winter Seasonal Catalogue Blog Hop

Thank you for joining us on another Pinkies Blog Hop! We're showcasing lots of gorgeous projects using products from the new Stampin' Up!® Autumn/Winter Seasonal Catalogue. Simply use the buttons at the end of each post to keep hopping!

Welcome to those of you who have joined me from Tracy's blog - wasn't her project gorgeous?

My project is focusing on two stamp sets from the seasonal catalogue – Wishing You and Very Merry Tags.

You will see I have created a Christmas card in non-traditional colours and I have gone for a narrow card (which will still fit into a C6 envelope) using Pool Party as my cardstock base. Pool Party was one of the former in-colours that is now one of the Subtles following the colour refresh earlier in the year. So glad it came back as it is one of my favourite colours!

Recipe
Cardstock/Paper: Pool Party, Whisper White
Stamps: Wishing You, Meadow (hostess), Very Merry Tags
Ink: Island Indigo, Wisteria Wonder, Elegant Eggplant, Bermuda Bay
Tools/Accessories: Mosaic Punch, Pearls, Island Indigo Baker’s Twine, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Reindeer (not included!)

The Very Merry Tags stamp set coordinates with 7 of Stampin’ Up’s fabulous punches – but I have obviously only shown one stamp image from the set here - the remaining stamps coordinate with different punches.  Although you get the best finish (plus it’s quicker!) if you have the punches, it’s not essential as long as you are prepared to cut by hand!

This card would be good to make in bulk, so if you would like to get started early on your Christmas cards why not contact me to book a party and I will show you how easy it is to make this simple but stunning card! Or why not click on my "shop now" button at the top of my blog to order your supplies straight away?

Have a great weekend huddled up and keeping warm now that the UK’s summery weather appears to be over.  So why not make sure you stop by Michelle Last's blog as I know she has a fab project to share with you. Click on the next button below to take a look....

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

Start getting ready for Christmas early ....

... by ordering from the new 2013-14 Autumn/Winter catalogue from Stampin' Up which has launched today!

There are some gorgeous new DSP (Designer Series Paper) as well as ribbon, embellishments and of course stamp sets!  There are also several kits, which will appeal to both the new crafter as well as those of us short of time!

You can look at a copy on-line straight away by clicking here.  Alternatively contact me and I will pop a copy in the post for you.

There are also some items that have carried over from the 2012 catalogue - click here for further details.

Finally there is a new release in the "Best of" - this time it is "Best of Christmas".

I just can't wait to get my own copy of this set and have a play!

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

Spring is here with Stampin' Up!

What a great way to welcome in February (which is usually such a dreary month!) - today sees the launch of the 2013 Spring/Summer Season Catalogue and I am sure you will agree it is gorgeous!  Stampin' Up! are really spoiling us for their 25th Anniversary Year!

The catalogue is packed with some lovely new stamp sets, tools, embellishments and stunning paper to brighten up your crafting. And as you have come to expect with Stampin' Up! - it all coordinates.

If you click on the image in my side bar you can browse the catalogue on-line or if you email me I can send you a copy in the post.

Also don't forget that you will also receive FREE Sale-a-bration goodies with any orders of £45 or more (up until 22 March).

Come back next week when I will show some projects as part of the Pinkies blog hop! - Edited to add link to post

A la prochaine! \Amitiés!

Nicole

Stampin' Up! September News!

I have lots of exciting Stampin' Up! news to share with you today!

Firstly, the new Autumn/Winter seasonal catalogue has just launched and runs until 31 January 2013 - if you have not received your copy please let me know and I will post one out to you.

It is no longer a 'mini', in fact it's bigger and better than ever before - 40 pages and A4 sized! Click on the link above to see all the wonderful new stamp sets and accessories and fantastic ideas for creating your autumn and winter projects.

Have you noticed that amazing ornament on the cover? It's so simple to make with the new Ornament Keepsakes stamp set and coordinating dies - and you'll save yourself money if you buy them together in a 'bundle'.

And you'll find lots more of these money-saving bundles in this catalogue too!  What a great idea from Stampin' Up!

As if that wasn't enough excitement, a new annual catalogue is just around the corner (it launches on 1 October), so that means it's time to grab yourself a bargain from the Retired Lists! So many lovely goodies are retiring from the current catalogue in order to make way for the new ones coming up - and some are a fraction of the original price - but you'll need to be quick, as these will go very quickly (in fact some have already gone).  Stampin' Up! will be updating the lists regularly.

• Click here see a list of retiring STAMP SETS 
• Click here to see a list of retiring ACCESSORIES

It's easy to order your bargains - just email me and I'll be happy to help.

You will notice from the Accessories list that all the ink pads are retiring - don't panic, Stampin' Up! are not changing the colour families, they have just made improvements to an already great product. If you love the ink pads the way they are, this could be a great opportunity for you to expand your range of colours!

And finally I have details of my September class - by popular request this will be on Wednesday 12 September (7pm - 10pm).  We will make some quick & simple Christmas cards using sets & products from the new Autumn/Winter seasonal catalogue.  Cost: £15 or free if you spend £45 on the evening.  As the class is held at my home spaces are limited, so contact me to book your place now!

A la prochaine! Amitiés!

Nicole

It's here!

I can finally reveal the new Stampin' Up! catalogue - hurrah!

There are some great new stamp sets as well as fab new products including FABRIC - yes you did read that right we now stock fabric!  There is some gorgeous new ribbon too - scallop dots (squeal with excitement here!) and some lovely new IN-COLOURS that will last for 2 years: Lucky Limeade, Calypso Coral, Pool Party, Island Indigo and Wisteria Wonder (don't you just love the names Stampin' Up! comes up with for their colours?!)

To celebrate the new catalogue I am holding an Open House tomorrow (Tuesday 4 October) - 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm.  Cost is £5.00, but this includes a copy of the new catalogue (RRP: £5.95), a goody bag, door prizes, catalogue treasure hunt, 2 make and takes and some light refreshments as well as the opportunity to drool look at some of the new products!  I also have a special offer, where I will have some retiring stock for sale and if anyone purchases Retired Items which are for sale at the full price they will get the equivalent spend from the new catalogue ABSOLUTELY FREE!!  I am sure you think you read this wrong but that is right girls, for every £ you spend on retiring product you can choose products from the new catalogue absolutely FREE – Buy one get one free!!  So contact me if you would like to come along and I will give you details of my home address.

If you are unable to make it or live too far away, I can post you a copy of the new catalogue for £4.50 and if you order it by the end of this week I will even throw in a goody bag!  Alternatively you can view the catalogue on-line here.

Along with this catalogue is the launch of the new Hostess Benefits. They are so generous and if the order/workshop sales are more than £300 you can choose any item from the catalogue HALF PRICE - yes any item half price!  Contact me for more details or if you wish to book a workshop or place an order.

Finally, have you been thinking about buying the Starter Kit and becoming a Demonstrator??  WELL - This month is definitely the BEST month ever!  Why?  Not only do we have a BRAND NEW KIT for £119 (valued at over £250), but you will also get a new IN-COLOUR bundle of 5 inkpads and some cardstock absolutely FREE (worth £27.95).  Interested?  Contact me for more details about how you can join my team!

A la prochaine! Amitiés!


Nicole