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Science Fair TriFold Worries?

Scrapbooking AND rubber stamping supplies to the rescue!  

My 7th grade daughter is participating in The Classical Academy Science fair this year.  ALL 7th graders MUST participate.  They are pretty much doing high school work in seventh grade.  My husband, who is an Electrical Engineer and former winner of many science fairs, helped a ton.  

I, who have never been in a science faira, helped where I could.  However, when it came to putting the trifold together, I was ready.  Sara picked out a color combination (Pink Pirrohuette, Certain Celery and Basic Black), choose a title and used the Simple Alphabet for the Big Shot to make it.  It is going to look so GREAT!  I'll show you some pictures soon.  We're still putting it together.  She's going to do some rubber stamping with her FINGERS because her project is about fingerprinting.

Am I a feeling a little bit selfish about sharing my hoard?  Yep.  Would I do it again?  You betcha!  Sara worked hard on her project and deserves the very best.  Stampin' Up! has the highest quality scrapbooking and rubber stamping supplies.  This company stands behind its product 100%.  I know Sara will be proud of her work.  

Stay tuned tomorrow for some pictures!

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

Sunday Sharing: Religion vs Jesus

This young man is very talented. He wrote this poem and shared it with all. It’s very thought provoking.

Happy Stampin’! Linda:)

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR THE NEW PAPER DOILY SIZZLITS DIE

FROM THE HOME OFFICE

With the Paper Doily Sizzlits Die (item 125592) you can now create the intricate designs you've grown to love with our Sizzlits Dies, in a new, larger size. Some of you have asked questions about the die and we're here to help answer those questions.

A few tips and tricks: 

• Because of variations in materials, you will most likely need to use a shim (such as piece of card stock) when you send it through the Big Shot. 
• The detailed intricacy comes with a little added work. The negative pieces will not come out automatically when you cut the die. 
  • It may take a little time to remove all the cut pieces from the die-cut paper. Remove the pieces by poking or punching them out. Carefully, push the pieces through the cut design and remove them from the back. Make sure you work from the front side of the doily (the side that was face-down when it was cut) and push the pieces through; if you try to pull them out from the front or if you push them through from the back side, the doily might tear. To make it easier, gently roll the die-cut paper to pop out some of the larger pieces.
  • Push the pieces out using the Paper-Piercing Tool or the small end of the Simply Scored Stylus. 
  • The front side will look completely cut through, however, the back side may not. This is normal with this die, and if you follow the directions of removing the small pieces you will find that the die has cut through the paper. 
• Because of the intricate design of this die, small pieces might stick in the foam on the actual die. Clear all small pieces from the die before using it again. This will ensure you get a clean cut every time. Remove the remaining pieces by using your Paper-Piercing Tool, being careful not to tear the foam on the die.

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

Give This Some Thought

‎"The WORST thing you can do in this economy is get a second job. The BEST thing you can do is start a home based business!" Dave Ramsey

 

Joining Stampin' Up! now is one of the best times to do it during the year.  

1.  Starting your own rubber stamping and scrapbooking business through Stampin' Up! has a LOW start up cost.

2.  The scrapbooking industry continued to grow DURING the recession and has NOT stopped.  You will be starting a business that pays.

3.  The training you get both in creativity and in business is amazing.

4.  A business plan is a must and I will help you write one.

5.  If you sign up during Sale-a-bration, will get free product EVERY month you are a demonstrator.  That will help keep costs low and profit high!

Contact me to set up an appointment!

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

 

Run out of Wrapping Paper?

Use tissue paper!  You can decorate it in SO many ways.  I made these in about 10 minutes once I figured out what I wanted.

I bought some bracelets for my sisters before (ahem) Christmas.  I'm finally sending them and I wanted to wrap them.  I used the Fifth Avenue Floral rubber stamp set and Island Indigo, Blushing Bride and Daffodil Delight was my color combo.

i also used the fun Labels Framelits.  So enjoyable! 

Tip:  To have a random looking pattern, stamp in triangles.  

I've got some VERY fun projects coming up in my newsletter next week.  You don't want to miss out.  Sign up today!

 

Happy Stampin'!

Linda

Come Sale-a-brate with me

Top 5 Reasons to Take my Fun Mini Album Class

While I started out in and thoroughly enjoy making the traditional 12 x 12 albums, I also take great delight in making  mini albums.  Why?  

1.  They are quick and easy!  The supplies needed are few and you can finish them on the double.  You should be able to make the two albums in less than an hour and a half.  

2.  They are part traditional and part lots of fun.  There are SO many kinds of mini albums to make.  In my class we'll make 2 fun kinds that you can fill with lots of pictures and journaling.

3.  Mini albums make fun gifts!  Your parents, your grandparents, your spouse, your kids, your friends!  Anyone, really.  

4. This is a great way for the newbie scrapbooker to start.  Because they are small, they are not so overwhelming and it will give you a good idea whether you will like this hobby or not.

5.  I will be here with you!  Yes, you don't have to do this on your own.  You will see pictures of one of the albums here.  You will get lots of ideas for other mini abums in my other classes!

Sign up today to reserve your spot!

When: February 1st (9-11:30 am) or February 2nd (6:30-9pm)

Where: My studio in Colorado Springs

Cost: $35 ($5 off newsletter subscribers.  Make sure you use the link in the newsletter!)

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

Do You Like Fabric?

If you don’t know, the Big Shot Bigz L and Bigz XL dies can cut through 50 kinds of materials including FABRIC! Fabric and paper crafting go hand in hand. You can see a fun project in this great video.

You can order this here.  Don't forget Sale-a-bration starts today!  For every $50 you get a FREE item!

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

Sunday Sharing: Love this Video

I hope you enjoy these kids and the amazing message they share.

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)

Wow! Big News from the Stampin’ Up! Home Office

Here are some of the “Big News” announcements coming from the Demonstrators at our Leadership Conference.

Our current Idea Book & Catalog will retiring a month early ~ on May 31st!

Stampin’ Up! is installing an exciting new catalog plan, which will include larger mini catalogs twice a year.

The other news… the Simply Adorned and Decor Elements lines are being retired with this catalog.  If you love ‘em, don’t wait!  When they’re gone, they’re gone ~ and that could happen before the catalog retires.

Beginning February 1st, anyone can download a FREE 30 day trial of My Digital Studio – Stampin’ Up!’s awesome digital design software.

Wow!  I love it when a company doesn't stay with the old because it's easy.  Stampin' Up! isn't afraid to try new things.  Go Stampin' Up!

Want to make sure you get what you want before it's gone?  Order here now.

Happy Stampin'!

Linda:)