Where have I been?

Hi Stampers!
Some of you have noticed my lack of posts lately, sorry about that!  In mid November I was diagnosed with breast cancer (again).  My first battle was 16 years ago, which I had a lumpectomy accompanied by chemo and radiation.  This time I wasn't so lucky.  On December 11th I had double mastectomy, and the first steps of reconstruction.  I HOPE to be back blogging soon!  Just wanted to drop a note to let you know where I've been and that I plan on coming back as soon as I'm able.

To those who have reached out to lend support, thank you so much.  Your prayers and support mean more than you know.

Happy Stamping and talk soon!
Love, Laurie
xoxox

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Baker’s Dozen: CPC

‘Tis the season for baking and crafting!  It’s the time of year to give gifts and home-made gifts are the best!  This project will give you lots of ideas for embellishing those yummy treats you plan on handing out this holiday season!  And if you aren’t a baker yourself, give the entire ensemble as a gift to someone who is.  Ensemble includes a Treat Box, Treat Pocket, Wine Bottle Tags, Tie-On Tags, Cello Bag Cookie Treat and Cupcake Toppers!

This fun and very useful holiday project comes to you designed by Niki!  To get the instructions for Niki’s project, just subscribe to December! 

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Snow Festival Ornament, Box & Card!

Make this special coordinating holiday ensemble that features a greeting card, a fun and quick ornament, and a matching box to put the ornament in for impressive gift giving!  The box, with it’s generous size and sturdy construction is the perfect way to present the ornament and can be used again and again by the recipient.  The tutorial also includes instructions on how to make an optional lid for the box and is also a fun holiday class project!'

 
This pretty Holiday project comes to you designed by Regina!  To get the instructions for Regina’s project, just subscribe to December!

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We Believe Wall Art: CPC

What’s Christmas without a little bit of magic?  With this wall art and decorations, you’ll be able to spruce up your mantle at Christmas, and let the world know you believe!  Believe in the magic of Christmas, the love and friendship, and the joy and hope!

This beautiful holiday project comes to you designed by Tara!  To get the instructions for Tara’s project just subscribe to November.  

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Holiday Packaging Bundles-All the Cuteness Without All the Work

Around the holidays, people are always looking for cute ways to package little treats and gifts for co-workers, teachers, neighbors, and friends. At 20% savings, holiday packaging bundles are an affordable and adorable solution. Simply add a treat or gift and assemble. 

Click here for a PDF Flyer.

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Scentsational Season Gift Bags & Tags: CPC

Make these Scentsational Season Gift Bags filled with simple yet special treats this holiday season.  These little gift bags are perfect for the people you want to give a little something to this holiday season.  This tutorial is complete with directions on how to make the cute window gift bags as well as directions/recipes for the fun treats to fill these bags.  What fun things fill these bags?  Each gift was designed to coordinate with the bag it goes in; homemade Hot Cocoa mix, Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies, Black and White Peppermint Bark, and Felt Ornaments.  As a bonus, you’ll use the cut out pieces from the window gift bags to make gift tags! 

This scentsational project comes to you designed by Carrie!  To get the instructions for Carrie’s project, just subscribe to November!  And if you have an chance, please leave Carrie a comment on her project.  Have a great crafting day!

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Snowflake Cards & Box: CPC

Are you looking for a pretty little set of card with a coordinating box to put them in?  Look no further!  This box  and cards set makes a great gift for a special person this holiday season and is a fun class project!

  
This fun project comes to you designed by Heidi!  To get the instructions for Heidi’s project, just subscribe to November! 


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Double Sided 3″ x 3″ Card Box

This double sided 3" x 3" Card Box and cards is easy to assemble and makes a perfect little gift for the holidays!  Or you can also change it up for just about any occasion!  The box and cards also make a great item item for craft shows or a fun holiday class!

To get the instructions for my project this month, just subscribe to November!    

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Limited Time Offer: Sizzix Texture Boutique Embossing Machine

HURRY!!!  While Supplies Last!!! 

Oh my gosh!  I'm so excited about this adorable Sizzix Texture Boutique Embossing Machine!
Do you love the look of texture on your paper crafting projects?  Looking for holiday gifts for the crafter in your life (yes, that could be you!)?   If so, check out this limited time offer!

Stampin' Up! is offering a test run of the Sizzix Texture Boutique Embossing Machine. We have 4,000 available to be sold...only while supplies last.
The Texture Boutique works with Textured Impressions Embossing Folders to transform ordinary cardstock, paper, metallic foil, or vellum into an embossed, textured masterpiece. This machine embosses only; it does not die cut. We recommend you read the included instructions before using the Texture Boutique.  You can also check out the short video below


Two ways to get your Texture Boutique Embossing Machine:

Texture Boutique Bundle (132700) $39.95 (a $45.85 value), includes: Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 Pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim Stampin' Up! Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Stampin' Up! Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Texture Boutique Embossing Machine (132657) $29.95 includes: Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 Pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim

Looking for stocking stuffers? Be sure to pick up some additional embossing folders!

  
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Wonderfall Card Box Set: CPC!

The leaves are changing color and falling off the trees.  The air is crisper and the smell of fall wafts through the air.  Celebrate fall with this fun card set and coordinating card box.  Makes a great gift and a fun class project!

 

This pretty fall project comes to you designed by Elaine!  To get the instructions for Elaine’s project, just subscribe to November!  And if you have a minute, please leave Elaine a comment on her project!  Have a great crafting day!

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Bootiful Occasions Christmas Card

Hi Stampers!  Today's post is a card I made using the whimsical stamp set, Bootiful Occasions (w 126595 c 126597).  I stamped the boot image using Staz On Black Ink (101406), and colored the boot using a Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Write Marker (119681).  The ribbon is 5/8" Organza Ribbon (114319).

To get the sparkle on the boot, I used 2 Way Glue Pen (100425) and Dazzling Diamonds (102023)  - Easy Peasy!  The Designer Series Paper is Snow Festival (126908), and the white layer behind the DSP is embossed using the Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder (127819).

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Snowflurry Greetings of the Season

Hi Stampers! Today's card combines two of my favorite products from the Holiday Catalog, our Snow Flurry Bigz Die (12783), and the versatile stamp set Greetings of the Season (w 128030 c 128033).  The Designer Series Paper isn't from any holiday collection, but Twitterpated (125406) from our main catalog (but it works!)

 

I also used our Silver Glimmer Paper (124005) for the medium size snow flake, as well as our Large Pearl Basic Jewels (125577).  Stampin' Up! makes it so easy for us to assemble cards in a snap!  Their beautiful coordinating products are the best!  

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Gingerbread House Box & Card: CPC

Send someone special a really festive holiday gift in this sparkling Gingerbread House Box with a matching card!  The roof lifts up and allows you to insert your gift and close it back up.  The nice large box is 5" wide x 6-3/4" long and 7-1/4" tall.  Plenty of room for a few sweet holiday treats!!  This project also makes for a fun holiday class!

This fun holiday project comes to you designed by Amanda!  To get the instructions for Amanda’s project just subscribe to November!  And if you get a chance, please leave Amanda a comment on her project!

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Owl Box & Greeting Card: CPC

Make this super cute owl box for anyone, for any occasion.  The owl box can hold gift cards, candy, or small gift items.  It’s the perfect way to present something cute for someone special, especially if they like animals and nature.  Great as a favor for parties or a fun class project!

This cute project comes to you designed by Monika!  To get the instructions for Monika’s project, just subscribe to November!  And if you get a chance, please leave Monika a comment on her project!  Comments are much appreciated by the designers!  Have a great crafting weekend!

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Candlelight Christmas Tree & Card: CPC

It’s time to start decorating for the holidays, and  this pretty little Christmas tree would be a great addition to your holiday decorations!  The tree is made with Designer Series Paper and decorated with little ornaments made using the Ornament Keepsakes stamp set.  Make one as a gift and, make another one to keep for yourself!  There’s also a coordinating card to go with the tree if you’re making it as a gift.  Makes for a fun holiday class or club project too!

 

This pretty holiday home decor project comes to you designed by Christy!   To get the instructions for Christy’s project, just subscribe to November!  And if you have a second, please leave Christy a comment on her project!  Have a great crafting day!

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World Treasures Friend Card

Hi Stampers!  Today's post is a card I featured at one of my Card Buffet Classes.  It features the versatile stamp set, World Treasures (w 126765 c 126767). The Designer Series Paper is called International. Bazaar (126920).

It's hard to see from the photo, but we added Basic Rhinestones (119246) to some of the feathers.  And colored parts of the feathers with Tangerine Tango (119702) and Daffodil Delight Stampin Write Markers (119677).  I also used the Scallop Trim Border Punch (118402) on the Daffodil card stock, and Daffodil Delight 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon (126872). 

We stamped the image using Midnight Muse ink (126860) and used the Apothecary Accent Framelits (127003) to cut out the inside sentiment and Dimensionals to pop it up!

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Elements of Style Purse Box & Cards: CPC

Here’s an elegant card holder and cards that you can make several of to give as gifts!  Don’t forget to make some of the cards for yourself as they are gorgeous and will impress your recipients!  Makes for a fun class or club project too!

This elegant project come to you designed by Sharon!  To get the instructions for Sharon’s project, just subscribe to November.  And if you have time, please leave Sharon a message on her project!  Have a great crafting day!

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Scentsational Greetings of the Season

Hi Stampers!  Today's post is a card I made for a swap I recently participated in.  I used the stamp sets Greetings of the Season (w 128030 c 128033) and Scentsational Season (w 121026 c 121190).  The tree was cut out using the Holiday Collection Framelit Dies (127814).  I also ran the Raspberry Ripple card stock through my Big Shot 113439) using my Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder (117335).  Oh, and the ribbon is our Raspberry 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon (126845), stunning!

The tree is layered on two frames I made from a different Framelit set called Window Frames Collection (129021), which also has coordinating Paper Piercing Pack called Festive (127857).  I pierced the white frame upside down so the poked holes came "up" to give it a different look.  I love how Stampin' Up! makes it easy for us to create pretty things using coordinating products, don't you?

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Snowflake Gift Box Display: CPC

These Faux Wooden gift boxes will help you get in the spirit of the Winter season!  They can be filled with whatever fun treats you might want to give as a gift.  Then they can be displayed  on a mantle or shelf for a festive decoration.  This project also makes a fun class project too!

This fun and pretty project comes to you designed by Julie!  To get the instructions for Julie’s project, just subscribe to November!  And if you have a second, please leave Julie a comment on her project!

 
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The NEW Stampin' Trimmer is HERE!

I know many of you have been patiently waiting for Stampin' Up! NEW Stampin' Trimmer.  Well - it's here!!!

 

 

Stampin' Trimmer (#126889) features: 

• Full 12" cutting and scoring track (You don't have to remove the blades to get a full 12" cut!)
• Extended 6-1/4" wide cutting base and 14-1/2" extender ruler
• Storage compartment under base to hold additional cutting/scoring blades
• Cutting track that locks into place
• Specially designed cutting track and handles for stable and straight cuts
• Full ruler, including 1/4" grid lines printed under a plastic cover on the base so measurements won't wear off
• And so much more!
• See below for a quick video from Stampin' Up! Brian Pilling

Add the NEW Stampin' Trimmer to your Online Order today!

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Stampin' Up! November Special: Free Ink, Two Ways!

Stampin' Up! is offering not just one, but two ways for you to get FREE Ink!
 

Details:
From 1 November through 16 December, host a minimum $450** Stampin' Up! party, place a $450** order or Join Stampin' Up! and get a FREE collection of Classic Stampin' Pads*-a $49.95 value-in addition to our other fantastic benefits!
*Neutrals Collection not eligible
**Does not include tax and shipping

1a.  Host a $450 Party
Not only will you be able to choose a FREE collection of Classic Stampin' Pads*,  you'll also get $65 in hostess dollars and a 50%-off item!  See chart below

Your order or Party Sales**	One Free Ink Collection	Hostess Dollars	Items at 50%
$450	Yes!	$65	1 item
$500	Yes!	$80	2 items
$700	Yes!	$115	3 items
$900	Yes!	$145	4 items

Contact me today to schedule your in-home party!

1b.  Place a $450 order
Don't have time to host a party this month? That's okay! You can place a $450* order through my Online Store and still earn a FREE collection of ink, and the above Stampin' Rewards! Just use one of the following item numbers when you check out:

• 132652      Brights Classic Stampin' Pads
• 132653      Subtles Classic Stampin' Pads
• 132654      Regals Classic Stampin' Pads

Shop my Online Stampin' Up! Store

2.  Join the Stampin' Up Family! From 1 November through 16 December, when you join the Stampin' Up! family as
a demonstrator, you'll get a FREE collection of Classic Stampin' Pads*-a $49.95
value!
Join for only $99.  Includes $125 worth of Stampin' Up! product of your choice and $65 worth of catalogs, supplies, etc.
Being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator affords you so many benefits:

• A twenty percent product discount!
• A subscription to Stampin' Up!'s exclusive demonstrator magazine!
• Eligibility to attend Stampin' Up!'s demonstrator-only events!
• Access to Stampin' Up!'s demonstrator community, where you can interact with
  thousands of demonstrators around the world and find tens of thousands of
  project ideas!

Learn more about Joining Stampin' Up!

Join today:  http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/stampingnut/jointhefun

Then click "Join the Fun" on the left side bar.
3.  There is actually a third option, to earn TWO FREE collection of Classic Stampin' Pads
Take advantage of our INK-redible New Demonstrator Promotion AND Host your very own Party! Wow - what a way to build your ink collection!
Got questions, contact Laurie

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Watercolor Winter Christmas Card

Hi Stampers!  Today's post is a Christmas card I made for a swap I recently participated in.  This set is called Watercolor Winter (w 129724 c 129727) and appears in the Holiday Catalog.  I used the Framed Tulips Embossing Folder (121809), which is perfect to frame stamped images such as this.

The colors in the card are Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke and Chocolate Chip. I used the Basic Pearls (119247) to add some interest to the center of the flowers.  And "one" of  my most favorite things ever, is the "flag" portion of the Petal Cone Die (121810), for which I stamped Merry Christmas on and popped up with Stampin Dimensionals (104430).  To give it a little more "pop", I used the 2-Way Glue Pen (100425) and Dazzling Diamonds (102023) on top of the pine needles.

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