Thursday, October 11, 2007

Inspiration Club - Sneak Peak of Next Kit!




The Inspiration Club projects are usually a surprise...but I'm sharing this one because I want you to see some of the great things that will be offered exclusively to my Inspiration Club members!

This set of three boxes is the main project in the next kit. They make great decorations or a terrific gift filled with little gifts, candies or cookies. A great idea for teachers, neighbors and more!

Plus, share this opportunity with your friends whom I haven't invited personally, and get a great bonus when they subscribe to the Inspiration Club, too!

You don't want to miss out...so sign up for the Inspiration Club now! See the post below for complete details on the Inspiration Club, or contact me for more information.

Warm Regards,

Amy Barnes
Independent Stampin' UP! Demonstrator
Your Creative Consultant
303-517-4880 Cell

Friday, October 5, 2007

Introducing...The INSPIRATION CLUB!

We all need a little inspiration at times don't we? We enjoy creating cards, projects and scrapbooks, but sometimes we just need a little help in the time and creativity departments! I know I do. Some days I can't stop thinking of fresh ideas, other days I can't pay someone enough to inspire me to come up with a design.

During my classes I’m frequently asked "Can I take home all your samples so I can always have inspiration when I need it?", "Could I have extra copies of the cut supplies for the project so I can make more at home?" and “Can I get instructions or templates for this?

I have come up with a solution!

What is it?
The INSPIRATION CLUB!
A fun, low cost, high quality package of stamping inspiration and projects to complete, delivered to your door on a monthly basis! It's like attending a class when and where it’s convenient for you! It’s like a birthday in a box without getting older! Each month’s kit will be different from the next, but you’ll consistently receive great ideas and high quality products. Inside each monthly kit, you will receive:

  • Surprise sampling of cards, boxes, crafts, scrapbook pages & more! - Projects will vary from month to month. All supplies are pre-cut and ready to be assembled. All instructions are included. Most projects will be stamped; some will be blank for you to explore your creativity with your favorite sets and supplies you might already have.
  • Complementary Samples - Samples of paper, templates, projects or embellishments - always an assortment of complementary items from the traditional to what's new on the market.
  • Technique Instructions - Projects will include a variety of stampin’ techniques. Instructions are included and can be kept to create your own reference library of techniques! You can always refer back to these when you need more inspiration!
  • Free Seasonal Mini-Catalogs
  • Free Fall/Winter and/or Spring/Summer Catalog(s) with a 6 or 12 month subscription! - One catalog with a 6 month subscription, both with a 12 month subscription.
  • Stampin' Up! Color of the Month Tag - Collect all 48 + so that you can have a sample swatch to compare for color matching.
  • Notice of Sales and Special Offers - Club members will receive notice of sales and specials, even some exclusive special offers just for being a club member!
  • Exclusive Access - Past project instructions, templates and samples available to you by email. Plus you get me! I’m here for questions, suggestions, and more inspiration!

    Subscription Options
    When you subscribe, a kit will arrive in your mailbox each month. There are several options for subscriptions; 3 months, 6 months and 12 months. At the end of your subscription you’ll receive a renewal notice which will require action from you to continue, you won’t want to let it expire!

    The Cost
    The Inspiration Club is very affordable and a great value for the money. Shipping and handling is included in the subscription price (for delivery within the United States). Payment can be made by personal check or PayPal if you prefer to pay with credit cards or debit from your checking account. Your satisfaction is my goal; if you’re not satisfied I’m not satisfied!

    Subscription Options:
    3 Month - $30.00
    6 Month - $60.00
    - Includes the Spring/Summer or Winter/Fall Catalog FREE, (Stampin’ UP! has these catalogs priced at $9.95 each) and a surprise gift!
    12 Month - $115.00 - Includes the Spring/Summer & Winter/Fall Catalogs FREE, (Stampin’ UP! has these catalogs priced at $9.95 each) and a surprise gift!
    Save even more on multiple or gift subscriptions! $5.00 off each additional subscription of 6 months or longer!

    How to Subscribe
    Call or email me to sign up! A subscription to The Inspiration Club would also make a great gift for someone who likes to stamp and craft…or who would like to get started! So don’t forget the upcoming holidays and birthdays! I’ll send all gift recipients a hand-stamped gift card explaining they have received The Inspiration Club as a gift from you.

    Join the Club…save time and be inspired!

    Happy Stampin!



    Amy Barnes
    Independent Stampin' UP! Demonstrator
    Your Creative Consultant
    stampin-fun@msn.com
    http://www.amybarnes.stampinup.net/

    ©Amy Barnes, Independent Stampin’ UP! Demonstrator - stampin-fun@msn.com

Thursday, October 4, 2007

Christmas in coming...be ready!

Click below to view more about the Holiday Glitz Card Kit!

Monday, October 1, 2007

Christmas Ornament




Here is a wonderfully fun and easy project you can make in no time!











Supplies:

  • Stampin' UP! Dashing DSP
  • Real Red Classic Ink
  • Very Vanilla Cardstock
  • Pretties (1 hat pin, 6 round crystal beads and 2 teardrop crystal beads)
  • 1/4" Artichoke Grosgrain ribbon
  • Crop-a-Dile

Instructions:

  1. Select two patterns of the DSP that you want to use. Cut 10 strips of one pattern 1" x 5". Cut 6 strips of the other pattern 1" x 3". Cut a 4" x 8" piece of Very Vanilla Cardstock. Stamp with swirl stamp from the Season of Joy set using Real Red ink. Now cut this cardstock into 8 strips 1" x 4" each.
  2. Stack each size of strip together and punch a hole in the center of each end with the Crop-a-Dile using the 1/8 hole punch.
  3. Start with the longest strips. Stack neatly so holes on one end are lined up.
  4. Thread ribbon down through one end. You can either trim the end of the ribbon at an angle and thread through or use a tapestry needle. Pull ribbon about 3/4 of the ribbon through.
  5. Thread the ribbon through the holes at the other end of the strip. You will go in through the back side of the paper and end up on the “good” side.
  6. Create a loop in the short end of the ribbon about 3 inches long tie a knot at top of the ball to make the loop for hanging the ornament.
  7. Fan out the paper strips to make your ball shape.
  8. On the other end of the ribbon slide on one round "crystal" bead from the pretties kit. Push the bead up until the ball is the shape you want it.
  9. Repeat steps 4 through 8 for each the medium and small balls.
  10. After the smallest ball is on I put two round and then one teardrop shaped beads. The beads are tight enough on the ribbon that no adhesive is needed.
  11. Put the remaining beads on the hat pin, put the hatpin through the knot at the top of the ornament. You are done!

You have now created a super easy, beautiful and inexpensive project! This makes a great decoration, gift or gift topper! Make a whole bunch and string together for a beautiful garland. Please contact me with any questions.

Enjoy and Happy Stampin'

Amy Barnes
Independent Stampin' UP! Demonstrator
Your Creative Consultant
303-517-4880 Cell
stampin-fun@msn.com
http://www.amybarnes.stampinup.net/