Craftin' Caro

Are you panicking yet?

2012-02-12T08:50:00.002-05:00

Yes, Valentine's Day is ALMOST here and maybe you are freaking out that you have no appropriate stamps to use to make the perfect card.

Here comes the Be Mine Framable Designer Template, perfect to whip something up in record time!

This download includes:
* One-page 8-1/2" x 11" décor designer template
*33-piece stamp brush set

Coordinating colours: Basic Gray, Blushing Bride, Cherry Cobbler

With the free trial version of My Digital Studio Express waiting for you, you can buy this and other digital content to pull together fast and wonderful projects. Try it out and let me know what you think :)

Love always notecard

2012-02-11T09:36:00.000-05:00

Share your love with a creative personal note — Stampin' Up! offers a variety of image styles, from cute to detailed to contemporary, something to suit your every need!

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Another non-traditional V-day card

2012-02-10T08:51:00.003-05:00

Use our boldly designed and delightfully detailed Triple Treat Flower Stamp with the Fancy Flower, 5-Petal Flower and 1/2" Circle Punches to create this non-traditional "friend to friend card".

Such effortless coordination makes sophisticated design quick, easy—and fun! Look carefully: our triple treat flower offers three unique designs.

Best of all, you can get this set FREE with a $60 purchase during Sale-A-Bration!

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A card for the friend who DOESN'T like Valentine's Day!

2012-02-09T09:38:00.003-05:00

You know, there's always SOMEONE who isn't a fan of Valentine's Day...but you don't want to neglect them at this time of year.

What to do? What to do?!?!

Here's a lovely card you can send that shows how much your friendship means without any ostensibly V-day sentiments showing!

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VIDEO: Layering Edgelits!

2012-02-08T13:47:00.001-05:00

Stampin' Up!'s new Edgelits dies not only create expanded options for cutting the edge of your next project, but pair them with Stampin' Up! coordinating Textured Impressions Embossing Folders and you have borders for all occasions.

Fabric pouch gift

2012-02-08T09:47:00.003-05:00

Create a beautiful gift pouch with a few simple stitches and our lovely Beau Château Designer Fabric.

Add a few fabric ruffles and other embellishments to dress it up.

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"I love you" hybrid card

2012-02-07T09:30:00.001-05:00

Our Heart to Heart and Small Heart punches are all you need to create oodles of tiny hearts.

They can be used as embellishments, as seen here -- or to make gorgeous handcrafted confetti!

Now, if you are wondering why I'm referring to this card as a "hybrid" card, it's because a digital download of Designer paper was used on the card.

Yup, just print out the pattern you want and use it just like you would traditional printed Designer paper!

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MDS MONDAYS: 16 reasons to love you Swatchbook

2012-02-06T08:47:00.000-05:00

The "16 Reasons I Heart You" Swatchbook Template - Digital Download Download includes:
* 26-page swatchbook designer template
* 34-piece stamp brush set
* 7 embellishments

It makes the perfect gift for Valentine's Day, anniversaries, or just because.

Simply drop your photo images inside the pages, and then use our print services for a picture-perfect swatchbook!

Coordinating colours: Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Really Rust, Sahara Sand, Very Vanilla

Fancy Favor gift box

2012-02-05T08:52:00.000-05:00

Our Fancy Favor box makes the perfect gift wrap for tiny treasures.

Just tie the box with some 1-1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon for a look that's simple yet sophisticated.

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I (Heart) Hearts

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Candy Conversations Hearts stamp

2012-02-04T08:44:00.000-05:00

Our sweet and classic candy conversation hearts image is perfect for valentine greetings with a light touch. Make a card using this stamp -- and give it away with the real thing!

This stamp is wood mounted and coordinates with the Small Heart Punch.

Heart cookies & video!

2012-02-03T08:42:00.005-05:00

Why not take your love of stamping into the kitchen...

You can create fun and tasty stamped cookies for any occasion. Just fit the silicone stamp over bottom of wooden handle and press into dough — it’s that easy! Kids would love to help!

Food-safe, easy-to-clean, and a delicious sugar cookie recipe is included. Each set includes 3 silicone stamps and 1 handle and stamps are approximately 2-3/4" diameter.

By the way, if you want MORE cookie stamps, there's also the Occasions Sweet Pressed cookie set, where the images are a bunny, flower and shamrock :)

SAB product of the day: Everyday Enchantment Ribbon and Brad pack!

2012-02-02T13:54:00.000-05:00

Today's SAB offering is the Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brad Pack!

It also coordinates with the Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper and matching colours are Lucky Limeade, Pool Party, Calypso Coral, Poppy Parade, Very Vanilla, and Soft Suede.

You can receive this fabulous ribbon and brads package for FREE with any $60 product order placed at my Online store (click here for all the details about Sale-A-Bration).

Trinket Hearts

2012-02-02T09:11:00.002-05:00

With Valentine's Day coming soon, you'll find that these Custom-designed heart-themed trinkets are an easy-add to your jewelry or papercrafting with fabulous results!

Embellish with one or layer them together, as the jump rings and lobster clasps are included. The silver-toned finish coordinates with the Simply Adorned jewelry line.

4 total; 1 ea. of 4 designs. Largest heart is approximately 7/8" x 7/8".

Download your FREE MDS Express Trial

2012-02-01T14:18:00.009-05:00

If you aren't familiar with it, My Digital Studio is an intuitive digital design software featuring Stampin' Up!'s exclusive artwork, colours, and templates.

Be your own digital designer and create an array of photobooks, cards, calendars, and more -- which you can then print using Stampin' Up!'s print services, or save to DVD, e-mail, or upload to the Internet.

And now, Stampin' Up! would like YOU to experience a taste of all that's available to you with a FREE 30-day My Digital Studio Express trial version.

With the FREE 30-day trial, you’ll get:

My Digital Studio Express

click here for list of what is included)

For use beyond 30 days, purchase My Digital Studio Express or the My Digital Studio disc version. More questions answered here...

Please contact me if you have any questions on how to use MDS -- I went from being one of those people who "poo-poo"d digital scrapbooking to absolutely loving it!

VIDEO: Hearts Framelets Dies!

2012-02-01T08:57:00.006-05:00

Framelits Dies look very different from other dies in the Stampin' Up! product line, but the opportunities are endless when you use them in your craft projects.

The innovative, thin, wafer-like design of the Heart Collection dies lets you see where you’re placing the design before you cut! Layer dies inside each other to cut frames for stamp images. Cut single hearts for accents or layering and use them with single sheets of card stock or Designer Series Paper.

The Hearts Collection coordinates with the Take it to Heart Stamp Set, with the largest heart being approximately 5-1/4" wide. The collection includes 6 dies in a sturdy envelope for easy storage in our Big Shot Die Storage.

Check out Donna Griffith in this great little video, showing you more...

FREE TUTORIAL FOR FEBRUARY!

2012-02-01T06:40:00.000-05:00

In this month's tutorial offer, I want to share the fun and creativity of our Sweetheart and circle Sweet Treat Cups with you.

Now, we all know that any hand stamped card is special. But you can make your hand stamped card a real treat by adding a Treat Cup, thus turning your card into a gift!

Our Treat Cups are clear, food-safe plastic cups designed to hold small candy or other small treats.

Imagine how much kids would love to have a card with candy in it or how thrilled your sister or best friend would be to get a card with Simply Adorned Charms and Baubles as a gift.

These 4 projects showcase our fun and unique Treat Cups, the Sweet Centers stamp set, and I {Love} Love Jumbo Stampin’ Around Wheel.

The variety of masculine, feminine, and child designs make the perfect mix for all of your loved ones. I just know you will have fun adding all kinds of treats to the projects!

To receive your copy of this months Tutorial offer, simply place an order OF ANY SIZE through my Online Store and then I'll forward you the documents needed to learn how!

Add some Hugs & Kisses!

2012-01-31T09:01:00.000-05:00

Make Hugs & Kisses a part of your loving home with the three-piece Hugs & Kisses Décor Elements from Stampin’ Up!

To give you an idea of the sizing of these pieces, the The Circle of Love is 4-1/2" diameter.

I can see myself stalking the dollar store for inexpensive pieces that could be dolled up using these...plates, mugs, picture frames...so many ideas!

Please note that the set is available in both Real Red and White.

If you'd like to see more in our Vinyl Art collection, please visit my Online Store HERE!

Last Chance at January FREE tutorial!

2012-01-30T15:47:00.002-05:00

There's still a little bit of time for you to get the fabulous January tutorial sent to your inbox!

How do you get your mitts on this 32 page document with colour photos and complete instructions? It's super easy.

Just place an order OF ANY SIZE through my Online Store and then I'll forward you the documents needed to learn how to recreate these beautiful projects.

MDS Mondays: Beau Chateau line

2012-01-30T09:07:00.006-05:00

Today's offerings will give you beautiful vintage looks in easy-to-use digital formats!

First up, Beau Chateau Embellishments. Use these elegant tags, notes, and accents for a quick way to add digital texture, dimension, or journaling to any project.

The 41-pieces digital set coordinates with the traditional Beau Château Side Notes, with additional digital pieces for more colour options.

Coordinating colours include Basic Black, Marina Mist, Soft Suede, and Very Vanilla.

Next I bring you the Beau Chateau Designer Series Paper download.

Give an elegant, antique look with these 12 Designer Series Paper patterns from the Beau Chateau line.

Coordinating colours include Marina Mist, Pink Pirouette, Soft Suede, and Very Vanilla.

SAB product of the day: Everyday Enchantment paper

2012-01-29T13:50:00.000-05:00

Today's SAB offering is the Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper pack!

Receive 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs. 12" x 12". Acid and lignin free. Coordinating colours are: Lucky Limeade, Pool Party, Peach Parfait, Calypso Coral, Poppy Parade, Very Vanilla, and Soft Suede.

You can receive this paper pack for FREE with any $60 product order placed at my Online store (click here for all the details about Sale-A-Bration)

"Just for You" Tea Cup friend card

2012-01-29T08:40:00.003-05:00

Whatever your tea preference, this delightful, vintage-inspired ten-piece set has a cup just for you.

I think it's the perfect set to use as a special valentine for that extra-special friend you treasure...

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Tea Shoppe

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VIDEO: Dresden Designs with a new die!

2012-01-28T09:09:00.006-05:00

Our Designer Fabrics and the new Dresden Designs Bigz L Die are a perfect match!

You can easily create Dresden flower designs for quilts, throw pillows, or other home décor projects with it. But it’s for more than quilting — use it in papercrafting to frame photos on pages and more!

It features two petal sizes—use together for endless possibilities and is ideal for cutting multiple layers of fabric or card stock at once (use with Extended Cutting Pads.) Large petal is approximately 3-1/4" x 7-5/8"; small petal is approximately 2-3/4" x 6-1/8".

Be sure to check out this wonderful video with the always amazing Holly Linford to see some great ideas on how to use it!

SAB product of the day: Fresh Vintage set!

2012-01-27T13:45:00.000-05:00

Here is one of this years exclusive Sale-A-Bration offerings:the Fresh Vintage Stamp Set!

This set of 5 cordinates beautifully with the Postage Stamp Punch and is available in both wood mount and clear.

You can receive this stamp set for FREE with any $60 product order placed at my Online store (click here for all the details about Sale-A-Bration)

Always 3-D gift for Valentine's...or anytime!

2012-01-27T08:57:00.005-05:00

We're continuing on with our "Countdown to Valentine" series with another great giftable idea - and this one is easy, to boot.

Use the Always Elegant Stamp Set and our beautiful Designer Fabric to create elegant 3-D projects like this.

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VIDEO: Designer Rosette die

2012-01-26T16:05:00.000-05:00

Earlier today, I posted the Love Scrapbook page that used the large Designer Rosette die as part of the background.

With this new die, you will be able to create the paper rosettes you love in no time, since it and your Big Shot do the cutting and scoring for you.

It features two designer edges for different rosette styles and cuts rosettes up to 10" diameter (spacing between each fold is 1/2").

Here is Emily Montoya from the Stampin' Up! Home Office showing you EXACTLY how to use your Big Shot machine to make them!

Enjoy...

Start Designing With My Digital Studio . . . FREE!

2012-01-26T11:48:00.005-05:00

Using the "My Digital Studio Express" software has never been easier!

As was announced at our Leadership conference last week, Stampin' Up! will begin offering a 30-day My Digital Studio Express trial version starting February 1, that you can take advantage of.

With the FREE trial, you'll get:

Exclusive artwork that comes with My Digital Studio Express.

It's simple; just add the free My Digital Studio Express trial (item 129600) to your online shopping cart from my SU store, and then download and install it.

Watch for more information to be posted on February 1 but if you are curious about MDS in the meantime, here's a video for you!

Find more videos like this on My Digital Studio

Love Scrapbook page

2012-01-26T09:10:00.005-05:00

Want to wish a certain special couple love and laughter forever-after? "Love and Laughter" is an eight-piece set with everything you need to create elegant engagement and wedding cards, gift tags, and scrapbook pages.

You could also use it to design a special memory book for the bride and groom--so they can remember their special day forever!

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Love & Laughter

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VIDEO: A Stamp room makeover, SU style!

2012-01-25T11:54:00.001-05:00

Tamzin Cochrane was the winner of the stamp space makeover at Stampin' Up!'s Convention last year, and what a makeover it turned out to be!

Hold onto your hat while you watch this whirlwind of creativity (AKA the Gardners) transform Tamzin's stamp space into a place of inspiration...

"S" bookmark gift

2012-01-25T09:03:00.005-05:00

One thing you have to hand it to Stampin' Up! is that their products are ridiculously versatile.

For instance, the Simply Adorned line is not JUST for jewelry-making.

You can bring instant sophistication to the look and feel of your projects by adding a charm, like in this beautiful bookmark.

The locket-style charm with hinge lets you insert custom artwork or photos for a look that's all your own.

I'm thinking that my very own "S" would love something like this, being the bookworm that she is!

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Kindness Matters

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Sale-A-Bration - our biggest sale of the year!

2012-01-24T09:15:00.013-05:00

There are 3 ways you can take advantage of Stampin' Up!'s biggest sale of the year, running from January 24-March 30, 2012.

ORDER!!

Click HERE to see the entire SAB mini catalogue to learn what FREE products you can earn with every $60 in product you order through me (excluding taxes and shipping).

This year's offerings include exclusive stamp sets and accessories, digital content CD's, Designer Fabric, buttons and even Embossing Folders! Now, more than ever, there's really something for everyone.

So go ONLINE to my Stampin' Up! store and order whatever your little heart desires. Yes, you CAN order from the Clearance Rack and Occasions Mini catalogue as well as the regular catty...

Just add your SAB rewards at check-out and you'll be a happy stamper when the Man in Brown delivers your goodies straight to your door :)

HOST!

When you host a workshop during Sale-A-Bration, you'll get our regular hostess benefits PLUS our special Sale-A-Bration hostess benefits and and exclusive tote!

View the special chart to see all you can earn when you host a qualifying workshop during this time period.

JOIN!

Choose from our 2 different Starter Kits and join during Sale-A-Bration for just $150!

You'll receive product and business supplies valued at over $425 PLUS you'll also get a free pack of Designer Series Paper (excludes Specialty Designer Series Paper) or a digital download every month for the rest of the year!

Simply place a demonstrator order each month and you'll be able to choose a qualifying paper or digital download...for free.

READY TO JOIN? CLICK HERE!

Valentine card for a friend

2012-01-24T09:15:00.010-05:00

For this sample, you'll notice a unique look to the card’s heart by highlighting individual letters in different colours of ink and paper-pieced them together — so colourful!

Now, you'll also see that the 1/8" skinny Red tafetta ribbon was stapled on the card. I have found in the past few years that staples have a polarizing effect on stampers: you either love the look or you hate it.

One thing you CAN do with staples is colour them -- yup, grab that funky neat Sharpie marker in the uber-cool colour you love and colour the top of the staples themselves. Pretty neat effect!

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Borderlines

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MDS Mondays: Sweetest Ever Valentine

2012-01-23T08:57:00.007-05:00

Bear with me if it's all about loooooveeeee these days, folks.

'Tis the season and all that jazz, plus it's my job to keep you, Faithful Stampers, in the know and ready to stay on top of your seasonal projects, yes? Of course YES!

And so, todays entry is the Sweetest Ever Valentine's Designer Template Digital Download, something designed specifically for creating fast and easy gift treats.

The download includes:
* 2-page 8-1/2" x 11" décor designer template
* 18-piece stamp brush set
* 8 embellishments

-Lollipops: Guess Whoo Loves you
-Mini chocolates: happy {heart} day
-Cello bag topper: Happy Sweet Valentine's Day
-Candybar wrapper: Affection Facts

Many of the images are included as stamp brushes, allowing for customization of colours or for your use on coordinating cards or other projects.

Coordinating colours: Cherry Cobbler, Close to Cocoa, Regal Rose, Whisper White

"Love You" card

2012-01-22T09:36:00.000-05:00

Treat someone you love to a handcrafted valentine made using this romance-inspired fifteen-piece stamp set, P.S. I Love You.

I especially love the decadent, chocolate-dipped strawberry -- looks almost as scrumptious as the real thing! This set coordinates with the Full Heart, Modern Label, 1" Circle, and 1-3/8" Circle Punches.

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Calypso Coral Baker’s Twine

Blushing Bride Smooch Spritz

"Old Friends" Teacup gift

2012-01-21T08:51:00.001-05:00

Create timeless treasures and gifts for a special friend using a beautiful antique cup and saucer, delivered in a beautiful container.

Our Timeless Treasures stamp set and products from our Beau Château Suite combine to create an unforgettable gift.

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Stitched hearts card

2012-01-20T09:11:00.000-05:00

In this sample card, stitched tiny punched hearts are mounted to the front of this project for a look that's completely new and different.

You'll find that if you are handy with a sewing machine, stitching is a fast and easy way to take any project to a whole new level!

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Tiny Tags

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"To Gnome You is to Love You"

2012-01-19T09:27:00.001-05:00

Celebrate the fun and fantastic world of gnomes! These diminutive woodland folk will light up your cards, scrapbook pages, and projects with their special charm. This magical twelve-piece set lets you mix and match to create your own tiny tableaux.

Perfect for party invitations, tags, gardening themes, and even Christmas projects! It coordinates with the Gnomenclature Stamp Set.

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Gnome Sweet Gnome

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"Love Never Melts" card

2012-01-18T08:50:00.001-05:00

Love doesn't care what the temperature is outside, as these adorable little snowmen attest.

The hearts and Real Red 5/8" Satin Ribbon make this a perfectly unique Valentine's card.

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Merry Winter

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"Thoughts of You" card

2012-01-17T09:26:00.000-05:00

Celebrate love and romance with the wistful patterns, colours, and designs in this paper. You'll find it a fun addition to nearly any project!

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Bordering on Romance

Loving Thoughts

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Twitterpated Designer Series Paper

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Baja Breeze 3/8" Pleated Satin Ribbon

Twitterpated Designer Buttons

Heart Collection Framelits Die

MDS Mondays: You are Loved brush set

2012-01-16T09:32:00.003-05:00

Take a minute to download the Digital version of SU's popular You Are Loved Set and coordinating Love Blossoms Stampin’ Around Wheel.

This "You are Loved" brush set download includes:

*13-piece stamp brush set
*6-piece stamp brush set
*5" x 3-1/2" trifold designer template

You can use it for a variety of occasions such as our upcoming Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or use the flourishes, floral, or bird imagery for any project.

"With Love" floral card

2012-01-15T09:11:00.000-05:00

For a subtle background embellishment, try using one of our background stamps in a lighter colour just like what was done with this card.

The Hello Doily Background Stamp and Blushing Bride Classic Stampin’ Ink were used to create a soft and subtle result.

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Field Flowers

Hello, Doily

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Caro's "Countdown to Valentine's" begins today!

2012-01-14T09:01:00.001-05:00

With Valentine's Day one month away, I've decided to start a "Countdown to Valentine" feature on the blog!

This way, you can get loaded up on different friendship and love cards and projects, perfect for preparing for the ultimate day in loooooovvvvveeeee.

Create a little love tag that can hang from a ribbon tied to your card -- as was done here -- for a touch of dimension and detail.

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Clearly For You

Sweet Floral

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Create a fabulous "Welcome" Card

2012-01-13T09:38:00.001-05:00

Bring out your domestic goddess with these 12 Designer Series Paper patterns!

Coordinating colours include Basic Gray, Calypso Coral, Daffodil Delight, Pool Party, and Whisper White.

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House & Home

Now You’re Cookin’

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Domestic Goddess Designer Series Paper

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Saying "Thanks So Much" has never been easier....

2012-01-12T09:24:00.006-05:00

Need elegant cards in an instant — thank-you cards or any-occasion cards?

Stampin' Up! has done all the work for you with the Everyday Elegance Simply Sent Kit.

Precut and colour-coordinated — all you have to do is customize and send them off!

Kit creates 8 total cards (4 each of 2 designs) and coordinates with Baja Breeze, Cherry Cobbler, and Whisper White.

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Thank You Card

2012-01-11T08:44:00.000-05:00

To create a dramatic and bold background like in this "Thank You" card, stamp the Hello, Doily Background Stamp and apply a combination of Clear and Iridescent Ice Stampin’ Emboss Powder.

Then, use the Heat Tool to set the image and you're done!

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Hello, Doily

Perfectly Penned

Serene Snowflakes

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A-maze-ing card

2012-01-10T09:25:00.003-05:00

Want to add a fun, interactive maze game to a card or gift? Use our new Maze Game accesssory!

It coordinates with our 2-1/2" Circle Punch so you can create your own custom backer using the Totally A-maze-ing Set, Designer Series Paper, or card stock!

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Totally A-Maze-Ing

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Maze Game

This week's New Digital Offerings

2012-01-10T09:17:00.004-05:00

Here are the 4 new Digital Downloads available today, Tuesday January 10! You can download them for IMMEDIATE USE by purchasing them in my Online Store.

Tea Shoppe Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download 129341

Download includes:
*12-piece stamp brush set

Features:
*Includes wheel imagery as additional border piece.

Be Mine Framable Designer Template - Digital Download 129349

Download includes:
* One-page 8-1/2" x 11" décor designer template
*33-piece stamp brush set

Features:
*Print and frame this Valentine template for the quickest Valentine gift yet.
*Template images included as stamp brushes allowing for customization of colors or use on other projects.

Coordinating colours:
Basic Gray, Blushing Bride, Cherry Cobbler

Crush On You Color Printables Designer Template - Digital Download 129347

Download includes:
*4 double-sided postcard designer templates (two 5" x 3-1/2" and two 3-1/2" x 5")
*16-piece stamp brush set

Features:
*Digital-exclusive
*These postcards are perfect for printing out and hand-coloring for an extra Valentine's touch.

Coordinating colours: Basic Black, Whisper White

Twitterpated Kit - Digital Download 129332

Download includes:
*16-piece stamp brush set
*15 Designer Series Paper patterns
*12 buttons
*4 ribbons
*one-page 12" x 12" designer template

Features:
* Traditional Twitterpated Designer Fabric patterns as well as digital Designer Series Paper patterns.

Coordinating colours:
Baja Breeze, Basic Gray, Blushing Bride, Island Indigo, Pear Pizzazz, Riding Hood Red, Whisper White

MDS Mondays - Mini Box templates!

2012-01-09T08:54:00.003-05:00

You get the best of both digital and paper crafting with the Mini Project Boxes digital download for My Digital Studio.

With this fun download, you get two Designer Series paper patterns and two box template stamp brushes that you can lay over the top.

Even better, these patterns can be used with any other paper in your My Digital Studio library.

Just stamp, print, cut and fold and you have beautiful boxes that can be used for any occasion!

"Love You" gift box

2012-01-08T09:20:00.008-05:00

The sweetest way to dress up a little kraft box is with some hearts :)

In this case, a cute belly band of White and Red, wrapped in Bakers Twine with punched out Red Glimmer Hearts is totally the way to go to wrap up a gift for someone special in your life.

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I {Heart} Hearts

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More 2012 digital projects for you!

2012-01-07T09:24:00.003-05:00

Get all ready for 2012 with our trendy digital-exclusive Year To Remember 2012 Calendar Template - Digital Download, ready for use with My Digital Studio or whatever photo-editing software you like to use!

Make it your own by customizing with the included 32-piece stamp brush set to mark birthdays, vacations, deadlines, and other can’t-forget dates.

Download includes: 32-piece stamp brush set, 12 Designer Series Paper patterns, and 26-page 12" x 12" designer calendar template.

Coordinating colours include Lucky Limeade, More Mustard, Pool Party, Poppy Parade, Rich Razzleberry, Sahara Sand, and Soft Suede.

Now, if you aren't familiar with My Digital Studio, it is an intuitive digital design software featuring Stampin' Up!'s exclusive artwork, colours, and templates.

You can be your own digital designer and create an array of photobooks, cards, calendars, and more--which you can then print using our print services, or save to DVD, e-mail, or upload to the internet to share with family and friends.

Learn all about My Digital Studio, be inspired, and engage in our online community at MyDigitalStudio.net.

And to view the latest in Stampin' Up!'s MDS offerings, be sure to visit the Online Store...

Paper Rosettes Frame idea

2012-01-06T08:48:00.004-05:00

I posted a few days ago about the new Simply Scored tool, which I have found invaluable for scoring my cards and other paper projects.

Take a look at how it's used here in making these beautiful rosettes for this frame!

Paper rosettes are so easy to make -- just cut strips of Designer Series Paper, score using the Simply Scored Scoring Tool, then accordion fold.

Honestly, it's that simple! Try it for yourself and see what you think...

STAMPS:
Borderlines
Charming
Confetti
Daring Adventure
Hello, Doily

PAPERS:
Crumb Cake, Riding Hood Red & Old Olive 12 X 12 Smooth Cardstock
Island Indigo cardstock
2010 & 2011 In Color 12 X 12 Textured Cardstock
Designer Series Paper Patterns Stack - 2010 In Color, Regals and Brights Collection

INKS:
Island Indigo, Riding Hood Red and Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pads
Versamark Pad

ACCESSORIES
Simply Scored tool
Antique Brads
Bitty Buttons
Printed 2011 In Color Designer Brads
Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder
3/16" Metallic Brads
Neutrals 5/8 Inch Brads
Old Olive 1/8 Inch Taffeta Ribbon
Alphabet Soup On Board
Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz
PUNCHES: 1 Inch Circle, 3/16 Inch Corner, 3/4 Inch Circle Punch, Boho Blossoms, Scallop Trim Border Punch

Last Chance at Holiday Blitz Clearance Rack items!

2012-01-05T13:11:00.004-05:00

Thursday January 5th is the final day for Stampin' Up!'s Holiday Blitz Clearance Rack sale!

Be sure to take advantage of up to 80% off selected items, such as the old body-style punches, Big Shot dies, ribbons, Designer Series papers, buttons, Jumbo wheels, Simply Scrappin' kits, rub-ons, scrapbooking albums in 8x8 and 12x12 formats, card kits... well, the list goes on!

For instance, if you missed out on a chance to pick up the super cute pompom trims that are shown on this card because they are from an old mini catalogue, it's not too late!

You can still pick up the Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo and Tangerine Tango Pom Pom Trims, and at only a $3.39 sale price!

Please note that these sales prices are available for ONLINE ORDERS ONLY, so get clicking and shopping :)

January's FREE offer for you: Mocha Monogram Purse Set tutorial

2012-01-05T07:09:00.010-05:00

Receive this fabulous 32 page colour instruction tutorial FREE with ANY order placed through me in the month of January.

These projects will showcase the special touches of the Mocha Morning Specialty Designer Series Paper including flocking and a hint of metallic shimmer.

The elegant neutral colors and rich textures combine to create a timeless design that is the perfect accompaniment for any occasion.

You can spoil your friends, sisters, mothers, teachers or even yourself with a bit of everyday luxury!

Imagine how beautiful the monogrammed necklace will look as well and I promise that it's some of the easiest jewelry you'll ever make.

Simply place an order of any size with me this month and I will send you this .pdf via email, with all the instructions & templates necessary to replicate these amazing projects at home.

Join me at Scrapbook & Cards Today's "Crop & Create"!

2012-01-04T14:51:00.004-05:00

Scrapbook & Cards Today Magazine is excited to invite 150 papercrafters to join them in Markham for two days of inspiration, education and pure fun! Come crop and create with some of the best teachers in papercrafting.

Join Becky Fleck from PageMaps, Vicki Boutin, Kelly Goree, Angela Urbano and we will also have card making expert Sarah Hodgkinson for fabulous classes that are full of tips, tricks and techniques for every level.

With 24 hours of cropping time, a chocoholic feast, fabulous prizes, make n’ takes and so much more, this exclusive event promises to be a weekend all about creating with close friends…and one that is not to be missed!

I'll be joining them there at the Hilton Suites Toronto/Markham Conference Centre & Spa, with lots of wonderful Stampin' Up! goodies to purchase and try out...including an awesome Make & Take based on the new Occasions Mini Catalogue.

If you register a spot to attend the Markham event because you read about it here, please email them at create@scrapbookandcards.com with my name and you will receive a $10 coupon to use at my sales table.

You can check out the class descriptions, class sneak peeks and testimonials from the Saskatoon event here.

Hope you can join us!

2012 Occasions Mini Catalogue is here!

2012-01-04T07:19:00.003-05:00

Oh happy day!

The Occasions Mini Catalogue has just been launched...ready for you to order from and play play play with all the splendid new goodies :)

.pdf version

Flash-enabled version

There are beautiful new Hostess products you can get, plus wicked cool Framelits Dies (hearts and labels) that are innovative, thin, with a wafer-like design that lets you see where you’re placing the design... before you cut.

I also know you'll love the latest "Adorning Accents" Textured Impressions Embossing Folders, where you can add deeply embossed impressions to the edges of your cards with these smaller-sized folders.

With Valentine's Day coming, you'll enjoy some news sets such as P.S. I Love You, Bordering on Romance, Loving Thoughts, Wedding Words, and Take It to Heart as well as several accessories (Pleated Satin ribbons, Blushing Bride Smooch Spritz, Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Details, and Trinket Hearts, to name just a few) to finish off your projects perfectly!

There are so many other items to show off...so what are you waiting for? Check out the offerings and order whatever your little heart desires -- YOU DESERVE IT!

To see the Stampin' Supplies list of all items used to create the stunning projects in the mini, there is a .pdf collating them all.

Final day for Holiday Mini Catalogue orders!

2012-01-03T16:09:00.000-05:00

That's right -- today January 3, 2012 is your final day to order from the Holiday Mini Catalogue! (click here for .pdf version)

Here's one of my all-season faves from the mini: The Gift Givers tag set!

From Halloween to Easter to Christmas, this set has everything you need for all of your holiday stamping.

Better yet, every single stamp in this seven-piece set coordinates with a different punch to help you create a variety of fun and festive projects.

So whether you want to nab the Hanukkah stamp, yummy 3/8" Very Vanilla Designer Velvet Ribbon and 3/8" Cherry Cobbler Quilted Satin Ribbons, the Peekaboo Frames Bigz L Die set (so very versatile!) or some of the other exclusive Holiday mini items, be sure to place your order TODAY to avoid disappointment.

Okay, final stamp set from the mini to remind you about: the It's a Wrap Holidays set!

Designed to allow you to create wrappers for candy pieces such as the Hershey Nuggets, the versatile images in this seven-piece set also work well on cards, bookmarks, tags, and so much more!

Why not make a stack ahead-of-time to have on hand for quick and easy gift giving? :)

Not sure how to order? Just visit my Stampin' Up! online store and get started...orders will ship DIRECT TO YOU with no hassle!

Free Digital Download from Stampin' Up!

2012-01-03T15:18:00.001-05:00

How exciting it was to read this on Stampin' Up!'s Facebook status today...

Thank you for being our friends! To show our appreciation for our 100,000 (plus) Facebook fans, we’re giving away a free digital kit to EVERYONE to use with My Digital Studio (or any other design software if My Digital Studio is not available where you live). The Day in the Life kit contains Designer Series Papers, embellishments, a Designer Template, and is valued at $14.95(US)! To download the kit, just follow the link below. And so you (and your friends) have plenty of time to download the kit, we’ll make sure it is available through January 10.

You can access the link HERE. And to become one of SU's fans on Facebook, visit their FB page HERE!

Create a DIGITAL "Year in Review" Album

2012-01-02T09:16:00.006-05:00

Ever wish you could catch up on your scrapbooking?

Let the A Year in Review Photobook Template help!

Already designed for the seasons, this exclusive-to-digital template will give your entire year a cohesive look.

Simply insert your photos into the 12" x 12" 28-page designer template, personalize with journaling and voilà . . . you've completed an entire year!

Use the wide range of elements included in the kit for other applications. It includes 12 Designer Series paper patterns, 24 embellishments, one punch, and a 32-piece stamp brush set with coordinating colours Bashful Blue, Basic Gray, Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Elegant Eggplant, Marina Mist, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pear Pizzazz, Sahara Sand, and Tangerine Tango.

Want to find out what other new were offered from Stampin' Up! last week?

Be sure to click here for the December 27 list and see what's the latest and greatest! You'll find out that SU has some wicked great Valentine's ideas ready for you...

Happy New Years - 2012 album!

2012-01-01T09:07:00.003-05:00

Use the Every Little Bit Stamp Set to make the 2012 album every bit as much fun as the year it preserves.

STAMPS:
Every Little Bit

INKS:
Real Red Craft Stampin' Pad
Jet Black Stazon Pad
Classic Stampin' Pads: Daffodil Delight, Marina Mist, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pretty In Pink, Pumpkin Pie, Soft Suede

PAPERS:
Designer Series Paper Patterns Stack - Brights Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Subtles Collection
12X12 Textured Card Stock - Brights Collection
Watercolor Paper

ACCESSORIES:
Aqua Painter
Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
Crop-A-Dile
Old Olive 1/8 Inch Taffeta Ribbon
Owl Punch
Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch
Basic Rhinestones Jewel Accents
Silver Brads
Simple Numbers Stampin' Up! Bigz Die
Stampin' Dimensionals

Only a few days left to order...

2011-12-31T12:41:00.005-05:00

Okay, everyone....

The Christmas rush has come and gone and now you're ready to start thinking about YOURSELF and your love of stamping again :)

I'm popping in to remind you that there are only a few days left to order from the 2011 Holiday Mini Catalogue before it's put aside for good.

Now, if you are thinking that there were only seasonal items in it, you'd be very wrong! Sure, who wants to think about fall or Halloween right now -- I get that.

BUT! What about checking out the new Simply Scored tool, so wickedly easy to use.

How about the Stampin' Card Keeper? You can use this handy box to organize all of your standard-sized cards by month, theme, or holiday. Personalize box by covering with your favorite Designer Series Paper and embellishments.

Valentine's is coming too...so how about the beautiful You Are Loved set, available in both clear or wood mounts, as WELL as French or Spanish versions.

I also found the cutest new Digital Download available called Sweetest Ever Valentine's Designer Template, just released a few days ago.

It was designed specifically for you to create gift treats, such as for Lollipop, mini chocolates, Cello bag toppers, Candybar wrappers annd additional labels and tags to add to any treat.

Speaking of Valentine's...did you see the AMAZING deals in the Clearance Rack area? I found so many great items you could use, and they're ALL ON SALE! Here are some ideas...

and these were just the tip of what was available there for you to find and get!

If I were you, I'd rush to the Online Store and scoop up those deals while you can....Stampin' Up! has announced the blitz ends January 5, 2012 and everything is only available while supplies last.

Prefer to download the Holiday mini in .pdf format? Click HERE

Happy Holidays!

2011-12-19T12:14:00.002-05:00

First of all, my apologies for having been “missing in action” on the blog for the past 2 months or so.

I wanted you all to be aware that yes, I am alive however no, I’m not currently offering classes or workshops at the studio at the present time.

You are always welcome to place your Online Orders anytime via my Stampin' Up! store, and the Big Brown Truck will deliver your goodies straight to your door!

If I do not get a chance to speak with you all again in the next little bit, please accept my heartfelt wishes for a joyous holiday season and all the best in 2012!

Cheers,
Caroline

p.s. If you have any outstanding customer or downline issues to be resolved, please do not hesitate to contact me so that we can sort them out ASAP!

CLEARANCE RACK -- up to 80% off!

2011-12-15T13:17:00.006-05:00

Get nearly 200 Clearance Rack items at up to 80% off retail price from now through January 5, 2011! Order right away to avoid disappointment as popular items WILL sell out...

Extended Creativ Festival Special!

2011-11-03T16:59:00.002-04:00

If you visited me at the CreativFestival last month and would like to take advantage of the specials I was offering, they have been extended until November 11!

Please email me for more details :)

Birthday Card Class this weekend!

2011-10-11T09:58:00.001-04:00

Who doesn’t want to have a bunch of great birthday cards on hand for when you need them? Be sure to join me Saturday at 1pm for my 5 Card Birthday class, where we’ll make 2 feminine, 1 masculine and 2 childrens cards together!

Please RSVP to hold your spot....

The "Other" Holiday cards!

2011-10-09T11:08:00.011-04:00

December can be a busy month - full of shopping, entertaining, parties, preparations, and a whole host of other family traditions.

And sometimes we can let it get too busy for things that we really want to do, like make our own holiday cards!

People seem to use Christmas time as that one time of year to reach out to friends and family - some of whom they may not have heard from all year. However, if you want to send out handmade cards, you don’t have to do it at Christmas.

Fall/Thanksgiving and the New Year are great opportunities to reach out to friends and family as well.

Thanksgiving is also a season of gratitude, and what better way to celebrate the spirit of the season than by letting your friends and family know how much you appreciate them and their presence in your life?

The Gently Falling stamp set (#123802 wood/#123804 clear) and the Spice Cake Designer Series Paper (#124003) can be paired beautifully with any greeting or sentiment for a card that will be enjoyed and treasured.

And who knows - your card might even take center stage on the table on Thanksgiving Day!

The New Year is often seen as a fresh start, and it’s the perfect opportunity to send cards out to loved ones, family, and friends to wish them the best in the coming year. The little girl in the Gift Givers stamp set (#123772 wood/#123774 clear) from the Holiday Mini is an adorable choice to bring your glad tidings.

Or the snowflake image and the verse from the Bright Hopes stamp set (#122690 wood/#122692 clear), also from the Holiday Mini, can come together to bring those on your mailing list lots of good cheer.

The other benefit of sending your cards at a different time is that the recipient will have something special to receive in the mail during a time when cards fewer and far between.

So be inspired to create your own time of year when you’d like to reach out to everyone, and save yourself some stress and create more time to truly enjoy the month of December and the Christmas season!

A Demonstrator Event you DON'T want to miss!

2011-10-07T10:27:00.001-04:00

Be sure to join us this Saturday evening from 5pm - 9:30pm for an amazing Demonstrator-Only event, open to ALL Canadian Demos!

LOCATION: Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 9 Dawes Road, Toronto.

You'll have a chance to create projects using TOP-SECRET stamps and Big Shot dies from the upcoming 2012 Occasions Mini Catalogue as well as see great new samples made from them, direct from Founders Circle!

Listen as I share the TOP 10 Business Shares I learned at the 2011 Founders Circle event - ideas that are geared to help boost your sales and business success!
Take one of the BEST ideas I've ever picked up and IMPLEMENT it right away - I'm providing the materials necessary for you to make Sharon Armstrong's “Anywhere-Anytime CLASS KIT!"

Bring your camera to take pictures of the phenomenal Card Swaps brought back from Founders Circle

Enjoy a chance to win awesome prizes (both SU product and specialty memorabilia)

Connect with fellow demos as we do fun games and Ronald McDonald House service projects too!

Cost is $25 and includes your dinner, dessert, beverages, specialty Make & Takes, 5 door prize tickets and more!

Purchase your ticket online HERE or RSVP and pay at the door.

Feel like shopping? Stop by at 'Palooza!

2011-10-05T15:35:00.004-04:00

We're hosting our Holiday Palooza this Saturday, and as always we'll have a boatload of retired stamp sets, accessories and other goodies for sale.

If you can't join us for a day of amazing food, demonstrations and crafting, why not come anyway and pop by the sales table anytime between 1pm and 4pm to see what we have?

This is your best chance to pick things up because anything not sold today gets bundled up for the Metro Convention Centre & Creativ Festival to be sold there!

Now, if you ARE coming, wait until you see some of the awesome demos that have been planned, including working with Shrink Plastic & stamps to create jewelry, Lollies 101 (!!!), Stenciling and decorating frames, Altering household items and MORE!

Hope to see you this weekend!

Buy Two Simply Sent Kits - Get a Free Stamp!

2011-10-04T11:25:00.011-04:00

This month only, buy two Simply Sent Kits and get a FREE coordinating stamp set! Our Simply Sent Kits are the ideal choice for the beginning crafter. The card kits offer a variety of basic themes, so it's easy to create cards for any occasion.

Buy any two of the following Simply Sent Kits:

122375 Simply Sent Great Day $15.95
122377 Simply Sent Everyday Elegance $14.95
122376 Simply Sent Sweet Moments $16.95

And get a FREE coordinating stamp set:

123682 It's Your Day $10.95
124685 Es tu día (Spanish It's Your day)
124800 C'est ta fête (French It's Your Day)
123686 Everyday Wishes $11.95
123684 You're Cherished $10.95
124865 Chérissons les anges (French You're Cherished)

A Free Big Shot Machine for YOU!

2011-10-01T12:11:00.001-04:00

Now THIS is an offer to DIE for!

October is the perfect time to order your customizable Starter Kit and join the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator - and get a FREE Big Shot machine as a bonus!

Already have the Big Shot and don't need a 2nd one? Not a problem: you can choose instead to get up to $125 in FREE Stampin' Up! products OF YOUR CHOICE!!

In addition, the new demonstrator Starter Kits -- a steal at just $215 and NO TAXES or S&H -- contains over $425 worth of stamp sets, card stock, ink, accessories, and business supplies.

You`ll see that there are so many benefits of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, including:

A minimum 20 percent product discount!
A free monthly issue of Stampin' Up!'s demonstrator-only magazine, Stampin' Success!
Sneak peeks at brand-new products!
Invitations to exclusive Stampin' Up! events!
Regular get-togethers with our Canadians, INK! team to stamp!
Free access to an online community of 30,000+ crafters/stampers and creative artists, as well as 160,000+ project samples!
Plus, access to an exclusive video and training for your new Big Shot!

Don't miss this BIG deal! Contact me today to learn how you can take advantage of this great opportunity and get your FREE Big Shot or sign up online HERE!!

MAJOR PALOOZA NEWS - new date, Oct 8!

2011-09-29T19:19:00.006-04:00

As Murphy's law would have it, we just discovered that the hall we are having the event at has actually booked for the 8th of October and not the 1rst.

Unfortunately there are also no local halls that ARE available for us. Isn't that great news?!?! argggh... I am surprised my hair did not instantly turn white at the news!

This means that our new dates will be NEXT Saturday the 8th, same time, same location, hopefully a lot less stress too! Good thing I have the chocolate fountain for us - chocolate makes everything better! :)

PLEASE CONFIRM via email if you would like to KEEP your registration and have it switched to the 8th or if you need to CANCEL your registration and either move it to the Spring '12 date or else request a refund. I will be following up via telephone with anyone I do not hear from, so please let me know when you see this or the email I am sending out.

My apologies for the mess-up and look forward to hopefully be seeing you on the 8th. regardless off the dates screw-up, we have a truly spectacular event planned for you with amazing projects, demonstrations, new display boards from my Founders Circle trip and more!

If you couldn't make our original date but CAN join us on the 8th, tickets can still be purchased HERE!.

cheers,
Caroline

Supply List for Stampin' Palooza!

2011-09-28T13:53:00.003-04:00

A very happy day to you all out there in Stampin' Land! Isn't it just beautiful outside? :)

Here is the list of supplies necessary to bring to Stampin' Palooza this weekend:

Paper trimmer (essential)

Scissors

Paper piercer and mat pack

Adhesives

Scoring board & bone folder

a big appetite and an even bigger smile, because we're going to have FUN!

I know this seems like a really small list for a change, but because we are working with the fabulous "Christmas Lane" Simply Scrappin' Kit, you won't need much more than that.

There are spots for just a few more attendees so if you haven't gotten your ticket to join us, there's still a few days left.

Hope to see you Saturday!

We have a winner!

2011-09-26T13:11:00.003-04:00

I did a random drawing over the weekend after I put together the lovely cards I received for my birthday and the lucky duck who wins the "Birthday Bakery" stamp set is...

.....DRUM ROLL......

Natalie Cerilli of Sault Ste. Marie, ON!

Congrats to Natalie and thanks to everyone who sent me such beautiful birthday wishes :)

You are simply WONDERFUL!

2011-09-20T09:09:00.000-04:00

Our Hello, Doily Background Stamp shows beautifully when embossed with white over a rich colour of card stock.

Better than the real thing, this intricate doily design comes in all colours... since you can stamp it in any of our inks!

Use this gorgeous artwork with other coordinating products from our Flirtatious suite, such as the Delicate Doilies set.

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Unchartered Territory card

2011-09-19T09:11:00.000-04:00

Use the Top Note Bigz Die as a fun way to alter the traditional card shape.

Use the entire image as was done on this Unchartered Territory card or simply use a part of the shape to create a top notch project.

STAMPS:

Uncharted Territory

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Take a Spin!

2011-09-18T16:48:00.003-04:00

All good things must come to an end, and today marks the end of another wonderful Founders Circle journey.

I’ll be bused back to Las Vegas to catch my return flight to Toronto, and look forward to being home with my peeps before midnight (fingers crossed).

Take a Spin Stamp Set

Game Spinner

Take a Spin Set

STAMPS:

Take A Spin

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A cheerful card takes the sting out of growing older

2011-09-17T09:23:00.004-04:00

Saturday is the last full day here in St. George, and it`s another period of relaxation... at least until the final surprise event tonight at 4pm. We never know what Stampin Up! has in store for us, but you had better believe it will be AWESOME!

Bigz Clear Dies

STAMPS:

Delightful Dozen

Distressed Dots

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Dressing up a mug, Stampin' Up! style...

2011-09-16T09:05:00.006-04:00

Today’s Founders Circle activity is always one of my faves – the trip to Kanab to visit the manufacturing plant! It feels so good to walk the floors and chat with the amazing men and women who make the rubber stamps we all know and love, and I think they like seeing us, too.

For lunch we usually go to the nifty playground that Stampin’ Up! donated to the town, with the cool little rubber pieces on the ground.

Here’s a goofy shot from last year’s trip of my downline Fanny Trépanier and I after we rolled around in it a bit first (hehehe).

Fun Flowers Bigz L Die

(like me!)

STAMPS:

Delicate Doilies

Teeny Tiny Wishes

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Bringing on more Birthday goodies...

2011-09-15T09:31:00.002-04:00

According to today's Founders Circle agenda, it's a FREE day for everyone - which for me will mean shopping, stamping and some laying around by the pool. Oh, what a rough life I lead! :)

I'd better enjoy this free time though because when I get back it's pretty much non-stop go, go, go until March...

Patterned Party Stamp Set

STAMPS:

Create A Cupcake

Patterned Party

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Birthday Box surprise!

2011-09-14T09:05:00.001-04:00

Today I should be leaving Vegas at around 8am PT (yawn) to take the 2 hour bus ride with my fellow early-birds to St George, Utah.

I'll be sure to post an update when I arrive at the hotel -- Stampin' Up! always goes all out to make it look beautifil for us, and I'm excited to see what this year's theme will be!

In the meantime, let yourself get inspired by this cute Birthday Box. After all, nothing gives a gift that personal touch like some hand-crafted packaging, made with love.

With textured card stock, Designer Series Paper, and a little know-how, you too can create a gift that can be judged —and loved— by its cover!

STAMPS:

Bring On The Cake

Patterned Party

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Thanks Card using the Top Note Die

2011-09-13T09:32:00.000-04:00

By the time you see this posted, I'll (hopefully) be in the air on my way to Las Vegas as the starting point for this year's Founders Circle Achievers retreat!

Not a shabby way to spend one's birthday, eh?? :)

While I am gone, here's a fall themed Thank You card to entertain you.

I think that the curved lines from the Top Note Bigz Die create an extra special touch to the card.

To achieve this look, simply cut out the middle portion of your die cut image and slide the pieces together.

The seam is hidden behind our Victoria 5/8" Crochet Trim and a thin strip of Textured Crumb Cake cardstock acting as a faux-ribbon in the middle.

Another unusual element that you may not immediately recognize is the green & brown leaf - that was cut out from the design of one of the Designer Papers from the Paisley Petals pack!

STAMPS:

Autumn Days

Fabulous Phrases

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FREE TUTORIAL: Letters to Santa Kit!

2011-09-11T09:49:00.000-04:00

This 30 page class planner is being offered FREE to anyone who either attends a paid class or places an order with me during the month of September!

It’s time to start making your list and checking it twice! Join the festivities with this Letters to Santa card class.pdf and you can start marking things off your list already.

I think you’ll love the fact that you can create a whole variety of quick-to-make cards featuring the Quick Accents self-adhesive die cuts. You’ll have instructions to make 8 cards, 4 mini notes, and 4 tags along with a handy folder for organizing your cards and other holiday information in no time.

This project features the coordinating Letters to Santa Quick Accents and Designer Series Paper along with the Four the Holidays stamp set. With a combination of traditional and trendy colors and designs, you will have the perfect variety of cards and tags for anyone who made your “nice” list this year!

And just because these projects are quick doesn’t mean that we’ll be skimping on the details! I promise this will have you creating detailed, impressive looking cards in a minimum of time.

So get your holiday season off to the right start and leave plenty of time for relaxing under the Christmas lights with a cup of cocoa during the holiday season.

Fun Halloween Treats ideas..

2011-09-11T09:48:00.000-04:00

Have you noticed the new 1" x 8" Cellophane Bags being offered in the Holiday Mini Catalogue?

These narrow cellophane bags are perfect for filling with a row of treats, a pencil, or anything!

Great for fast and easy gifts — just add a tag or topper you’ve created using any punch or Big Shot die.

Adhesive on top keeps everything inside. Each measures 1" x 8" and come 50 per package.

The Howl-O-Ween Creeps set was a perfect one to use for the toppers.

Create an instantly eerie atmosphere with this fiendishly fun seven-piece stamp set.

Great for both kids and adults, this whimsical set features the wolfman, Frankenstein, a dancing witch, and more!

Clever use for White Craft Ink!

2011-09-10T10:38:00.005-04:00

Create a bold backdrop for your card’s sentiment by sponging Whisper White Craft Ink across your card stock and then stamping the sentiment over it like on this card.

When using Craft (pigment) ink, it's best to heat set it with your heat tool - this will prevent smearing on your cardstock.

Trust me on this one! :)

STAMPS:

Blessings From Heaven

French Foliage

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME = FREE SHIPPING FOR YOU!!

2011-09-09T09:12:00.002-04:00

To celebrate and share in my birthday week excitement and give something back to all of YOU, my super duper customers, I'm offering FREE SHIPPING on all qualifying Stampin' Up! orders until the end of the month!

Place an order ANY TIME from Friday September 9, through Friday September 30th and get FREE SHIPPING on all Canadian orders! Orders over $75 can be shipped directly to you; orders under $75 must be picked up at my east-Toronto studio.

Not sure what to get? Feel free to browse the Online Store by clicking here and seeing what's new and on sale.

Please note that the Online Shopping cart does NOT have a free shipping option, as the cart is generated through Stampin' Up! To place your order and take advantage of this free shipping deal, either email me at: caroline@craftincaro.ca or call me at: 416-694-4074 or 1-866-694-4074.

Happy shopping! :)

Birthday Contest time!

2011-09-08T11:16:00.005-04:00

It's early September, so that means it's my BIRTHDAY coming up and yes, I'll be turning (shhhhhhh) 42 on Tuesday September 13!

Lucky for me, I won't actually be here on my birthday since I'll be flying to Vegas with many of my special Stampin' Up! peeps for this years Founders Circle retreat, a fabulous get-spoiled-rotten week of stamping, chocolate and tons of laughs & giggles!

But while I'm gone, I want to throw another fun little contest for you -- send me a hand-stamped birthday card & get entered in a draw to win a really cute hostess set from last year's catalogue called "Birthday Bakery".

MAIL THE CARD TO:

Caroline LeBel

2243A Danforth Ave

Rear Studio

Toronto, ON M4C 1K4

Since I don't fly back until September 18th, I'll do the draw on Tuesday September 20th once the mail has come. So if you want to play along, please mail your card in and we'll see who wins!

Make some time for a friend...

2011-09-06T09:42:00.002-04:00

For many of us, Tuesday September 6th hails the beginning of a brand new school year.

Whether you are sending a little one off on their first day of kindergarden, or maybe the first day of high school (good luck, Serena!), hopefully it means you have a wee bit more time for yourself and your papercrafting hobbies!

So why not create a gorgeous card for a special friend? Add highlights and a hint of glamour to your projects with our Smooch Spritzes.

You could even try layering thin coats of different Smooch colours for added dimension!

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Tiny Tags

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Cute little box gifts!

2011-09-05T09:30:00.002-04:00

Everyone loves something creative and tasty!

Make party favors personal with treat wrappers created using the It’s a Wrap Occasions Stamp Set and treat boxes made with Textured Impressions Embossing Folders.

These would make excellent party favours, or even a quick & easy "thank you" gift for someone in a pinch!

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Sept 9 & 10 - OPEN HOUSE & SALE!

2011-09-04T09:22:00.008-04:00

Be sure to come by the studio this coming weekend for my New Catalogue Open House Event with a SUPER SALE on retired stamps, papers and accessories!

Craftin' Caro: 2243A Danforth Ave

(1 light east of Woodbine)

FRIDAY Sept 9 - 6pm to 9pm
SATURDAY Sept 10 - 10am to 3pm

I'll have door prizes, treats, a M&T using new product from the Holiday Mini and more great deals... be sure to come!

Oh yes...and don't forget to bring me a BIRTHDAY CARD if you want to participate in this year's contest for your chance to win a free stamp set! :)

"Christmas Lane" Kit & Stampin' Palooza!

2011-09-03T08:17:00.001-04:00

When planning for our upcoming October 1 Fall Stampin' Palooza event, we were intrigued by the possibility of offering you something different by way of projects this time.

When we came across the new "Christmas Lane" Simply Scrappin' kit in the Holiday Mini Catalogue, it was like a lightbulb went off over our heads.

Ta-da!

We could use one of these fabulous kits and show you how to make over 20 great projects with them - easier than you would believe!

We got even more excited when we thought of all the super cool accessories we could use to embellish the projects too, like the 3/8" Cherry Cobbler Quilted Satin Ribbon, the mini Jingle Bells, Kraft Gift Boxes and neat Mica Flakes.

We think this will be the BEST 'Palooza event ever and are so excited to be seeing many of you in less than a month. You can purchase tickets online or by contacting me directly, but we've capped the registration at only 60 attendees to make sure everyone has lots of space to play and socialize!

Hope to see you there :)

Introducing....Simply Scored!

2011-09-02T16:46:00.005-04:00

There's a brand new way to take the chore out of scoring!

Stampin' Up!'s new Simply Scored Scoring Tool’s base fits paper or card stock up to 12" x 12" and features score tracks every 1/8".

Features two easy-to-read rulers (with inch markings down to 1/8") along top and left side for perfect scoring. (One standard left-to-right ruler and one zero center ruler.)

It also includes three markers and stylus, which can also be purchased individually if you need more (or if the dog chews them up).

The bottom of the tool's base has nonmarking and nonskid feet to secure it on your work area and measures approximately 15-1/8" x 13-1/4" x 1".

new Holiday Mini Catalogue released!

2011-09-01T13:23:00.006-04:00

Ahhh... the joy of sharing a new catalogue with you!

Stampin' Up!'s new Holiday Mini Catalogue is sure to delight you with all the new and fabulous fall, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas and even Valentine's Day goodies!

Want to view in .pdf format?
Want to view in Flash?
Want to view in more detail through the online store?

Let me share a few of my personal favourites with you:

Christmas Lane Simply Scrappin' Kit...I loved it so much we are basing all 20 of our October Stampin' Palooza projects on it!

Dazzling Details...This iridescent glitter glue will add dazzling sparkle to any project with less mess! And you KNOW how I love me some glitter....

Speaking of glitter, all my attendees from the recent "Christmas in August" classes raved about the awesomeness of the new Silver Glimmer paper we used. I actually think Stampin' Up! made a mistake when they named it that, since it really should be called GLITTER PAPER! It's a real wow, and best of all, no leftover glitter anywhere :)

VIDEO: Layering Punches!

2011-08-24T08:34:00.002-04:00

Stampin' Up!'s Triple Layer Punches such as the Blossom Bouquet and Doily punches incorporate three punched images in one great body style — presenting you with numerous layering and designing options.

Watch this helpful training video featuring the fabulous Shannon West to triple your know-how about these innovative punches!

Goodness me, a card from SHELLI!

2011-08-20T13:19:00.008-04:00

Okay, to be completely honest it was a card not just from Shelli, but was also signed by Kellene Adams and Lana Joy Limb...but seeing Shelli's signature at the bottom with that cute little heart made me SQUEEEE outloud!

Here is the beautiful card that they sent me as thanks for being the House Lead Demonstrator for the local Ronald McDonald House volunteer group. I've been lead for at least 6 years now, ever since they started the program.

I have to say that it's such a super & fun way to help give back to the community and all by doing something I love to do already: STAMP!

For those of you who have attended any of our Stampin' Palooza events in the past, as you know we also request donations of full cards & envelopes to send to our local Toronto Ronald McDonald House.

It's an easy thing for us stampers to do & help in a small way so please, keep 'em coming! :)

In case you are not familiar with it, Stampin' Up!'s mission statement reads: "To love what we do and share what we love, as we help others enjoy creativity and worthwhile accomplishments . . . in this we make a difference."

So to help fulfill this statement, Stampin' Up! launched its "Making a Difference" program in 2003. Through this, Stampin' Up! has partnered with Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) and each year, they design an exclusive stamp set to promote the partnership .

With a portion of the proceeds from each sale of that set, more than $95,000 USD has already been donated from RMHC stamp set sales alone!

The set for the 2011/12 stamping year can been seen on page 16 of the new catalogue, called "Turtle & Co".

When you purchase this year’s Turtle & Co. Set, they will donate $3 US to RMHC!

I plan on having a "Turtle & Co" stamp class in January when I return from the Leadership conference, so keep your eyes peeled for that date later on this year.

Together, we can make a difference!

Team member share: Button Buddies!

2011-08-19T11:41:00.008-04:00

I'm so excited to share with you some absolutely adorable 3x3" cards made by Jennifer Mallette, one of our "Canadians, INK!" team peeps.

She used the Subtles collection of colours (specifically, Certainly Celery, Rose Red, Perfect Plum, So Saffron) to keep everything in the set cohesive.

The nice thing with Stampin' Up! of course will be the ease in matching colours, since everything is coordinated! So she just needed to pull out her Subtles package of buttons to play with = easy as that.

If you don't recognize the stamp set, it's a new one called "Button Buddies"...how adorable is that?

The images in the Button Buddies set pair well with the Designer Buttons to give all your projects a one-of-a-kind style. Whether it’s a pink nose on a pink pig, or an orange shell of a slow moving snail, adding a button will add dimension to whatever you are working with!

A little about Jennifer in her own words:

"I got hooked on SU at a Dina Anker demo (with my partner in crime Grace Lin!) last fall and have been having a great time learning all kinds of techniques and ideas from my extended SU Canadians INK! family since then...looking forward to taking it to the next level in a business sense in the coming months!"

Thanks Jen! We love your cuties :)

VIDEO: 3/16" Corner Rounder Punch

2011-08-18T09:26:00.003-04:00

Yippee - hooray! My kids come home from camp today :)

With all the excitement that's floating about, I can't think too much about stamping something (I know! sacrilege!) so here's a helpful video from Stampin' Up! instead.

Do you have questions on your 3/16" Corner Punch? Is it working the way you had hoped? If you're having trouble achieving the results you want, hopefully these tips and tricks will help you better utilize it!

It's almost PALOOZA TIME AGAIN!

2011-08-16T14:06:00.003-04:00

As summer begins to wind down, work on the next Stampin' Palooza event begins to wind UP!

Be sure to grab your tickets for our Fall date of Saturday October 1 NOW while the early bird pricing is still in effect.

This time, your registration ticket price includes a new Simply Scrappin' Kit from the upcoming HOLIDAY mini catalogue called "Christmas Lane", which you will be making over 20 different holiday projects & cards with that day!

FYI, photos of the scrapping kit will be posted September 1 when it becomes available to the public, but trust me - it's fabulous.

For more details about this fun day, please visit the ticket page at http://fall2011palooza.eventbrite.com/

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The Summer Mini is preparing to Sail Away

2011-08-15T18:10:00.004-04:00

My Oh My... today is August 15, which means there are only 2 weeks left for the amazing Summer Mini catalogue to be available for you!

All the crazy rain outside made me decide to focus on water... and the amazing nautical sets: Sail Away and The Open Sea.

The photos of the following cards were all taken while I was on the Stampin' Up! Alaskan cruise back in May, where they were shared on the boards in our common Gathering Place.

Unfortunately that means I do not have the names of the talented demonstrators who created them (boo).

If you recognize any, by all means speak up and I'll label them here!

"S" bookmark

2011-08-13T09:07:00.003-04:00

The Simply Adorned line brings instant sophistication to the look and feel of your projects!

The locket-style charm with hinge lets you insert custom artwork or photos for a look that's all your own.

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Kindness Matters

Letter It

Occasions Alphabet

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Fall & Winter Class schedule -- a quick overview

2011-08-12T14:05:00.003-04:00

Hi everyone! I just sat down with the calendar and made up the class & event list for alllllllllll the way until the end of the year.

I'll have my web gal Eva update the official Classes page for me next week, but wanted to give you all a heads-up on dates & things first.

Please note that ALL EVENTS require an RSVP to attend, even the free ones!

Saturday Sept 3: COFFEE & A CARD! 10am-3pm drop-in, visit & make a FREE card today

September 9 & 10: NEW CATTY OPEN HOUSE & RETIRED PRODUCT SALE!

Saturday Sept 10: CANADIANS, INK! TEAM MEETING 7pm, $5 per demonstrator

September 22 & 23: OPEN STAMPERS DAY make 3 projects, FREE with a $25 order today

Saturday Sept 24 : HOLIDAY 10 CARD CAMP #1, choose either 1 & 4 pm, $45 per person, includes envelopes

Saturday Oct 1: STAMPIN’ PALOOZA! All day event 9:30am - 4:30pm

Saturday Oct 1: CANADIANS, INK! TEAM DINNER/EVENT 5-9pm $25 per person

October 6 & 7: OPEN STAMPERS DAY make 3 projects, FREE with a $25 order today

Saturday Oct 8: COFFEE & A CARD! 10am-3pm drop-in, visit & make a FREE card today

October 12 & 15: BIRTHDAY 5 CARD CLASS, 1 & 7 pm, $30 includes Designer Button Ass't

October 20-23: CREATIV FESTIVAL – Metro Toronto Convention Centre

Saturday October 29: HOLIDAY 10 CARD CAMP #2 choose either 1 & 4 pm, includes envelopes

November 3 & 4: OPEN STAMPERS DAY make 3 projects, FREE with a $25 order today

Saturday Nov 5: STAMPING FOR BEGINNERS! 10am, 1pm & 4pm FREE

Wednesday Nov 9: STITCHED FELT CLASS 1 & 7 pm $30, includes Winter Wishes SF kit

Saturday November 12: COFFEE & A CARD! 10am- 3pm drop-in, visit & make a free card today

Saturday November 12: CANADIANS, INK! TEAM MEETING 7pm, $5 per demonstrator

November 16 & 19: HOLIDAY 10 CARD CAMP #3, choose either 1 & 4 pm, includes envelopes

Wednesday Nov 23: STITCHED FELT CLASS 1 & 7 pm $30, includes Winter Wishes SF kit. please note this is a repeat of Nov 9 class

December 1 & 2: OPEN STAMPERS DAY make 3 projects, FREE with a $25 order today

Saturday December 3: COFFEE & A CARD! 10am- 3pm drop-in, visit & make a free card today

December 7 & 10: HOLIDAY 10 CARD CAMP #4 1 & 4 pm $45 per person, includes envelopes

Saturday December 17: CANADIANS, INK! TEAM HOLIDAY PARTY! 6pm

Thanks Card project...

2011-08-12T07:52:00.000-04:00

There are so many different ways to add depth and dimension to hand stamped projects.

On this card, the butterfly images have been heat embossed, buttons added with Linen Thread, Crumb Cake Textured Card Stock used for the card base, and the card stock is dry embossed with the Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die!

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A Word For You

Flower Fest

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RIbbon Shares are BACK!

2011-08-11T13:20:00.002-04:00

Okay people, there's only so much pestering a girl can take. So when a brand new catalogue means brand new ribbons, and you guys want to get your hands on all of them, I cry UNCLE and pull out the big scissors :)

The following are the different ribbon shares I'll have for offer -- each one requires only 4 participants (since I'll take one spot myself) to fill... so contact me ASAP if you want in on one or more of them!

3/8" RUFFLED Ribbon Share: $16.99

This share will include approx 2 yards of each 3/8" Ruffled Ribbon in the FIVE brand new 2011-2013 IN COLORS (Calypso Coral, Island Indigo, Lucky Limeade, Pool Party, Wisteria Wonder)

1/2" SCALLOP DOTS Ribbon Share: $26.99

This share will include 2 yards of each of the 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon in 10 colours. (Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler, Chocolate Chip, Elegant Eggplant, Marina Mist, Melon Mambo, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pretty in Pink and Tangerine Tango)

HIS AND HERS Ribbon Share: $13.99 (thank you Dawn O. for the idea!)

This share will includes 2 yards of each of the following:

* His Collection Ribbons: 3/8" Blue Denim Jean Ribbon, 3/8" Artichoke Denim Jean Ribbon, 3/8" Twill Tape
* Hers Collection of Ribbons: 1/2" Chantilly Crochet Trim, 5/8" Victoria Crochet Trim, 5/8" Whisper White Organza

5/8" SATIN Ribbon Share: $30.99

This share will include 3 yards of each of the 5/8" Satin Ribbon in 10 colours, of which 3 are NEW! (Bashful Blue, Basic Black, Basic Gray, Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Pretty in Pink, Real Red, Very Vanilla and Whisper White)

1/2" SEAM BINDING Ribbon Share: $16.99

This share will include approx 2 yards of each 1/2" Seam Binding ribbon in 7 colours (Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke, Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake, Pear Pizzazz and Rose Red)

NARROW 1/8" TAFFETA Ribbon Share: $20.99

This share will include approx 2 yards of each Narrow 1/8" Taffeta ribbon with white trimmed edges in 10 colours, of which 2 are NEW! (Baja Breeze, Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Regal Rose, Marina Mist, Very Vanilla)

3/8" TAFFETA Ribbon Share: $23.99

This share will include approx 2 yards of each 3/8" Taffeta ribbon in 10 colours, of which 7 are NEW! (Basic Black, Certainly Celery, Crumb Cake, Not Quite Navy, Perfect Plum, Pink Pirouette, Riding Hood Red, So Saffron, Soft Suede and Whisper White)

1-1/4" STRIPED GROSGRAIN Ribbon Share: $36.99

This share will include approx 2 yards of each 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain ribbon in 11 colours, of which 7 are NEW! (Basic Black, Basic Gray, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, Daffodil Delight, Marina Mist, Melon Mambo, Not Quite Navy, Pretty in Pink, Soft Suede, Wild Wasabi)

To reserve a spot in my ribbon shares, please EMAIL ME directly at caroline@craftincaro.ca. For multiple shares - contact me for a shipping quote.

Please include the following information in your email:

1. Name

2. Mailing Address (Canadian addresses only)

3. Which shares you would like to reserve (see above)

4. Method of payment

All prices listed are for local Toronto pick-up -- please contact me directly for Canadian shipping options!