My Stamping Garage

Stampin' Up! Stamp Sale - 15% Off Today only!

 

15% off Select Cling Stamp Sets from the Annual Catalog- TODAY ONLY! This sale ends at 10:50 PM PST

 

Click here to see and/order the stamp sets that are on sale.

Would you like a FREE BUNDLE from the new Stampin' Up!® mini catalog?

Any time I hear FREE stamping supplies, I am on board!!

Starting tomorrow, you can choose an extra free BUNDLE from the July - December 2021 Mini Catalog with the purchase of a starter kit. The starter kit is always a great value ($125 in products of your choice for $99), but with this added benefit, it is even better. You can choose ANY bundle from the mini catalog. (Found on pages 65 - 71 in the mini catalog). This is a savings of between $30.50 - $60.25 depending on which bundle you choose!

You will also receive at least 20% off of any future purchases through December.

This almost sounds too good to be true, but it is not!  

 

You can click this link to find out more information, and/or sign up today!  (This special will run through September 30,2021)

 

If you need some inspiration, here are a couple of samples that I have made using some of these bundles:

 

Peaceful Cabin Bundle - (item 156816)

 

Nature's Harvest Bundle (item 156813)

 

Frosted Gingerbread Bundle (156807)

 

 

 

 

Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog Sneak Peek 2021 - Whimsy and Wonder

As  Stampin' UP! ® demonstrators, we are able to preorder from the upcoming catalogs. The next mini catalog (July - December 2021) starts on August 3rd. I have finally had a bit of time to play with some of my new products.  I particularly like some of the new Designer Series Papers. I am always amazed by how much more impressive the paper is in person! I wasn't sure that I liked the colors in the Whimsy and Wonder DSP. I decided to purchase a package anyway. Wow, am I glad that I did!!  This paper is by far my favorite! It is absolutely gorgeous!  I couldn't quite wrap my head around the combination of pinks, greens, and blues for Christmas. Silly me!!!  You truly have to see this paper in person to get the full effect. Each sheet of the paper has a side that has holographic details.The soft colors are simply beautiful together. I can see that I will be purchasing a lot more of this paper.

Here is a simple layout I used that highlights one of the sheets of paper, and gifts that came from another sheet in this package. I am sure that the photos will not do this paper justice, but at least you can see the very simple layouts. Both cards used the same paper samples, they were just arranged differently. I actually found this layout on Connie Stewart's blog.  I love how easy, yet versatile this layout is.

The pink rectangular shape was made using the rectangular postage stamp punch. The greeting came from the new Heartfelt Wishes Stamp set. It will likely be my go-to greeting set for the holidays this year.

 

The card bases were made using Mint Macaron Card Stock. Here are the dimensions for these layouts:

 

Mint Macaron Card Stock - 5.5 x 8.5 inches

Whimsy and Wonder Designer Series Paper - 3 x 4 inches

Whisper White - 1 x 4 inches

Silver Cord - 16 inches

Blushing Bride Card Stock - 1.5 x 2.5 inches

Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch

Stamp set - Heartfelt Wishes

 

I am not able to link to the stamp set or the DSP yet, because the catalog is not live yet. This layout could easily be used with any card stock and DSP.

 

 

 

 

FREE SHIPPING- June 24, 2021 Only!

 

If you have items on your wish list, be sure to take advantage of this free shipping offer from Stampin' Up! This offer is good today only (June 24, 2021)

 

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Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog Sneak Peek 2021

One of the many benefits of being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator is getting early access to the upcoming catalogs. This year, on the Maui Incentive Trip, they gave us some of the new products from the Holiday Catalog that will be released on August 3, 2021.  You are in for a treat. This Holiday Mini Catalog is full of amazing new products for the Fall and Holiday Season!

 

I have been traveling quite a bit this past month, so I haven't had a lot of time to play with my new toys tools. I did sit down for a little while to get one card made. I chose to use the Christmas Season Bundle. It comes with the Christmas Season Stamp Set, and the Seasonal Labels Dies.  The greeting came from the Heartfelt Wishes Stamp Set. The Designer Paper strip used is from the Painted Christmas DSP set.

 

 

I hope you enjoyed getting a small peek at what is coming soon!

Incentive Trip Highlights

I just returned from Stampin' Up!'s Incentive trip to Maui. What a glorious week! They flew my husband and me to Maui for 8 days at the Grand Wailea Resort. We spent time snorkeling, swimming, getting up at 2:00 am to take a trip to the top of a volcano to watch the sunrise, and much more. The resort was beautiful! Better than all of this was getting to spend time with my husband and also demonstrators that I know from all over the country. 

I have added a few pictures to show the highlights of the trip. I am so grateful for the opportunity that Stampin' Up! gave me to earn this trip!  It wasn't easy, but it was SO WORTH the effort!

We saw rainbows when we were landing - What a great start to the trip!

 

We arrived at our hotel at 9:45 am and our room was already available! Here are some views from our room.

 

Stampin' Up! had a brunch for us the first morning after everyone arrived. There was fun entertainment, and we got to connect with good friends!

This is me with my great friend, Julie Davison!

We had some awesome pillow gifts! They put something on our pillow each night, as well as having prizes to pick up in their "hospitality suite" each day.

These were snacks in our room when we arrived. It was great to have them for the week.

 

The morning after the welcome brunch, we got up at 2:00 am to ride a bus to the top of Haleakala (10,000 ft elevation) to see the sunrise. It was fun because we were with our friends. We FROZE, even with 3 coats, a hat, and gloves, but it was well worth it to see the sunrise over the crater!

Later in the week, we took a tour of the Road to Hana. We basically circled the entire south part of the island. This road has over 600 hairpin curves, and lots of one-lane bridges, so we thought it would be better to hire a guide to drive (it kept the marital harmony intact, and there was no backseat driving!)

There were tons of waterfalls along the road.

The beaches along the way were stunning!

At the end of the tour, we stopped at a beach that is known for its sea turtles. What fun to see so many of them basking on the sand!

The resort was gorgeous! We spent a lot of time walking along the paths that wind through the resort.

Sunsets were an event each evening. Many people would line up along the beach to see the beauty.

As our week came to an end, Stampin' Up! held a luau at sunset on the grounds of the resort.

The entertainment was impressive.

The end of the luau was marked by them lighting this sign. Mahalo means thank you in the Hawaiian language.  

After the luau, we returned to our rooms to find this pendant that they gave us to help us remember our trip.

Mahalo for reading this long post. Given the chance, I will definitely be visiting this beautiful island again!!

 

 

Last Chance for items from the January-June 2021 Mini Catalog

 

As one catalog starts, another comes to a close. Be sure to check out the list of items that will be retiring. Some are on sale up to 50% off, but only while supplies last!

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One of the die sets that is retiring that I will miss is the Beautiful Brushstrokes Die Set. It is actually one of the items on sale for $50% off. It is normally $34 for the dies, but the set is on sale for just $17 while supplies last! Here is a card that I created using that set. I have included a video to show how the card was made.

I really love using this die set to create a fun and simple background. It would be easy to create the rainbow background as I have done or to create an ombre background, or even one using a single color.

 

Here is a video showing how the card was made:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

THE NEW CATALOG HAS ARRIVED!

 

 

 

 

Click here to see the catalog online

Today is the day!!  Stampin' Up!®  released the new 2021-22 Annual Catalog. I am in love with many of the new products!  I have been so excited to share the new catalog. Thankfully, one of the perks of being a Stampin' Up® Demonstrator is that we get to see the catalog ahead of time and we also get to pre-order some of the items from the catalog.  I am so thankful for that - it allows me to spread out my purchases!

 

 

Speaking of being a demonstrator... Did you know that many people join Stampin' Up! to get a discount on their own purchases?  As a demonstrator, we get at least a 20% discount on all purchases. In addition, as a member of my team, you will have access to our team Facebook page where we all share ideas, ask questions, coordinate swaps, and much more!

 

If those perks are not enough, Stampin' Up! is offering a special on the starter kit this month (May 2021). The kit normally sells for $99, and you receive $125 in products of your choice. This month, you receive $155 in products for just $99, and shipping on those items is free! 

If you would like more information, either email me at [email protected] or click here for online information.

 

 

 

Here is a sample I made using the Beauty of Friendship Bundle. I also used the coordinating Beauty of the Earth Designer Paper.

The ink and card stock colors used were Old Olive and Soft Suede.

 

Shop with me online!  Enter the hostess code 23TPSXD2 for a free gift.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Card Kits to Go

I sure miss seeing everyone face to face!  The reason that I love my business (in addition to the great products), is the people that I have met along the way. There is nothing better than crafting with people that become wonderful friends. Since the Pandemic started, we have been unable to meet in person. In order to still provide crafting opportunities, I have been offering Card Kits To Go each month. I had been reaching out mostly to those that have taken my classes in the past, but I decided it might be a good idea to offer these kits to anyone (in the US only - sorry). 

 

These kits come with everything you need (except adhesive) to create 12 cards (3 each of 4 designs) with envelopes. All of the supplies come cut and ready for you to assemble. You also receive a flyer with pictures and dimensions for the projects. Under each photo on the flyer is a link to a video with step-by-step instructions for each card.  All of this is mailed directly to your door for $25.

 

I have included one of my videos from the March kit so that you can see a sample. The kits generally go in the mail toward the end of the month.  If you are interested in trying out my April Card Kit, please email me at [email protected]

 

I hope you enjoy this video!

 

 

 

 

 

March Card Class To Go

I do monthly card classes. The card classes include everything you need to create the cards except for scissors and adhesive. I include computer-printed greetings, but if you would prefer to use your own greeting, you can always turn the tag over and use the back side.

 

This is a photo of my March Cards.

 

 

 

 

This month, I am including several sayings and they can be interchanged on the cards, so that you can use whichever greeting you need, when you need it!  There will be more than enough greetings for the cards, plus some left over. 

 

I changed the design of the red card above just a little so that the tag is like the others. 

 

Here are the details. Please let me know if you have any questions. He re is a link for the form to use to register: https://forms.gle/Tot4DhbbrXbLbWnY8

 

I will begin mailing these kits at the end of next week.

 

For this class, you will receive all of the supplies that you need to make 12 cards (3 each of 4 designs) with envelopes. The cards will include greetings for various occasions. If you do not like the sayings provided, you can turn the tags over and stamp your own sayings on the back with the ink of your choice. This month, I will include various sayings that will fit on any of the cards. This way, you can choose the greeting that you want when you are ready to send the card!

 

The only supplies you will need to provide are adhesive and scissors

 

 

The kit will include a flyer with the dimensions for the cardstock, and all of the supplies listed. There will be a full-color photo of each card along with a link to a step-by-step video.

 

The cost of the class is $25, and that includes shipping directly to your door.

 

 

 

Payment can be made by check written to Kim Peck, and sent to 5588 Felicia Ave., Livermore, CA 94550 (or cash left in my locking mailbox if you are picking up the kit in person), or you can paypal me at [email protected]. If none of these options work, you can also give me a credit card number for charging the class.

 

 

Since this class is done in the comfort of your home, I can take orders from anywhere in the US. If you know of others who might be interested in taking the class, please pass along this information and have them email me. Be sure they mention your name.

 

For each person you refer who purchases the class, I will give you $5 off of your next order through me.

 

A big thank you to those that referred people last month!