Silver Anniversary Card

Thought this would be perfect for a 25th (Silver) Anniversary card.   I used the Silver Glimmer Paper that is in the Holiday Mini Catalog (catalog is only valid thru January 3rd).  You could use it for a Valentine Card too.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
You Are Love Stamped Set, item #123777 - Wood OR #123779 - Clear  (Holiday Mini)
Glimmer Paper - Silver, item #124005 (Holiday Mini)
Concord Crush Card Stock, item #119792
1/2" Stitched Poly Ribbon, item #119266
Full Heart Paper Punch, item #119883

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

SNEAK PEEK - Take It to Heart Stamp Set & Hearts Collection Framelits

We have been busy making cards for the soldiers over seas in Afghanistan so that they will have these cards to send to family and friends towards the end of next month.   I so appreciated my friends who are helping create these cards.   We get together almost every week.  It's been perfect that Stampin' Up! has so many heart/Valentine related items in the new Occasions Mini Catalog.

The large heart stamped image is from:
Take It To Heart Stamp Set, item #125520 - Wood OR #125522 - Clear

And it was cut out using the Big Shot Die Cutting Machine and our new:
Framelits Dies - Hearts Collection, item #125599

Both of the above items will be available for purchase as of January 4, 2012.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

SNEAK PEEK - Embosslits and Stamp Set Perfect for Valentine's Day

The Big Shot Die Cutting Machine is one of my favorite tools for card making, scrapbooking and paper crafting.   It is so versatile and cuts thru a variety of products so easily.

In the 2nd photo above, the embosslits give a beautiful embossed designed to each heart.   Really nice texture to them.

The SNEAK PEEKS today are:
Embosslits Die - Fashionable Hearts, item #125596 (available January 4, 2012)
Candy Conversations Single Stamp, item #125560 - Wood Only (available January 4, 2012)

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

SNEAK PEEK - Take It to Heart Stamp Set & MDS Downloads

A simple Valentine using the Take It to Heart stamp set, item #125520 - Wood OR #125522 - Clear.  The stamp set will be available for purchase on January 4, 2012.   The stamp set has 4 heart designs and a banner desing.   This set matches up with the Hearts Collection Framelits and our Full Heart Paper Punch.

The tiny white hearts were made with a Stampin' Up! Small Heart Paper Punch, item #117193 which is in our main catalog and available now.   The Small Heart Paper Punch is smaller than the stamp set small heart.

The latest My Digital Studio downloads are now available HERE.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

SNEAK PEEK - Framelits And Matching Stamp Set

 Front of the card.

 Notice how the design is cut thru the front and then attached to the card inside.

Leave it to Stampin' Up! and Sizzix to come up with an amazing combination .... Framelits Dies for the Big Shot with stamp sets made to fit perfectly.  Remember when we could only cut out an image in a card "IF" the punch would would fit.   Now with Framelits, you decide where the punch out image is to go.   The only limitation is that the paper you are cutting has to fit thru the Big Shot.  Did you notice the gorgeous pleated satin ribbon?  It's a brand new product too and will be available in 4 colors.

Here are the SNEAK PEEK items which will be available on January 4, 2012 for purchase:

Framelits Dies - Labels Collection, item #125598

Apothecary Art Stamp Set, item #125525 - Wood OR item #125527 - Clear

3/8" Pleated Satin Ribbon - Blushing Bride, item #125570

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Christmas Remembrance

Merry Christmas.

I have many fond memories of Christmas over the years, even dreaming of a white Christmas as a child. It was such fun when that dream would come true.   Loved building snowmen and sledding.   Living in AZ, where we live now, snow is not even a possibility unless we drive at least 2 hours away to the mountains/higher elevations.  This Christmas my yellow rose brush has the most gorgeous  yellow roses on it.   I only have 1 rose brush, and I can see it from my kitchen window.  We planted it in remembrance of my mom whose favorite flower was the yellow rose.  It is very special to see it in full bloom today.  My family is always in my heart.

Will be spending the days with wonderful friends (our extended family) so the day will be special.

Hope you will have a wonderful holiday too.  

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

SNEAK PEEK Framelits Dies - Labels Collection

I'm so excited that Stampin' Up! will be carrying two styles of Framelits Dies for the Big Shot in the new Occasions Mini.  It even has a stamp set that is perfect match for it.  The largest label is approximately 5 7/16" wide.   Each collection includes 6 dies in a sturdy envelope for easy storage.

These will be available to customers on January 4th, 2012.
#125599 Hearts Collection
#125598  Labels Collection

I used the Big Shot Embosslits Die - Beautiful Wings #118138 for the multi-color butterflies on this card.   This die is available now.  It's on page 216 of the main catalog (Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog  2011/2012.

I made this card for a friend's birthday next week.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Kassidy's Birthday Banner

Lisa, Hal, and I worked together to make this birthday banner for Kassidy's birthday on Friday, the 9th.   Hal cut out the white pennants while Lisa and I used the Big Shot die cutting machine to create the scallop circles and lettering.  Lisa and I sponged the edge of the pennant pieces with Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink.    I think it turned out really nice.

Big Shot Die Cutting Machine, item #113439
Scallop Circle Bigz Die, item #113468
Serif Essentials Alphabet, item #113464

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Stitched Felt Embellishments, Glimmer Paper, MDS, and Stocking Builder Punch News

Accents of glimmer paper and stitched felt for this card.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Stitched Felt - Winter Wishes, item #124108
Cherry Cobbler 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, item #124138
Specialty Designer Series Paper - Holly Berry Bouquet, item #124004
Silver Glimmer Paper, item #124005
Petite Pennants Builder Paper Punch, item #122361

The latest My Digital Studio (MDS) downloads are now available, click HERE.

Stampin' Up! has just announced that the Stocking Builder Punch (item 124095) from the 2011 Holiday Mini Catalog  will not be carried over.   So if it is a punch you would like to own, please consider ordering it now.    It has been used for so many creative projects:   baby booties, hobby horse, and so much more. Once the current inventory of this punch has been depleted, it will no longer be available for purchase
You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Keep it Simple Christmas Card - Version 4

 I like the Silver Glimmer Paper circles as the center of the snowflakes (stitched felt).

Oh my gosh, do you believe that Christmas is just 5 days away!!!  I think I will be ready.   We are having friends over for dinner.  Everyone will help by bringing something.  I remember as a child going to my Aunt & Uncles home and there being 40 people there for dinner.  What wonderful memories. 

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Stitched Felt - Winter Wishes, item #124108
Cherry Cobbler 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, item #124138
Silver Glimmer Paper, item #124005

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Keep it Simple Christmas Card - Version 3

Another Keep it Simple card.  

Many of these cards have already been mailed to my friends and family.  They were so much fun to make.  I enjoyed trying to come up with different looks using the same products.   Just when I find a new favorite, another one steals my heart.  

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Stitched Felt - Winter Wishes, item #124108
Cherry Cobbler 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, item #124138

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Card Stock Accents and Sponging

I changed the look of this card by adding in a rectangle of Cherry Cobbler Card Stock under the rectangle of Very Vanilla Card Stock.   Sponging the edges of the Very Vanilla allows the edges to stand out and makes the design "POP".  Thought the Stitched Felt was the perfect addition to this card.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Stitched Felt - Winter Wishes, item #124108

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Stampin' Up! Clearance Rack Blitz - WOW

 You don't want to miss this great clearance sale!!!!!

Dates: December 15, 2011-January 5, 2012

Details:
Nearly 200 new Clearance Rack items are being added to the Online Store at discounts up to 80 percent off retail--while supplies last!
Things to Remember

• Only online orders qualify for this promotion. Orders can include non-Clearance Rack items, as well.
• The Clearance Rack Blitz includes old-body style punches.
• There is no minimum purchase required to participate in this promotion.
• Qualifying Clearance Rack orders are eligible for hostess benefits/Stampin' Rewards.
• Clearance Rack Blitz items are only available while supplies last. There are no refunds or exchanges on Clearance Rack items unless the item is defective.

 You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now. There is a Clearance Rack section you can click on at the left of your screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Stitched Felt Embellishments

The Stitched Felt - Winter Wishes is in our Holiday Mini Catalog.   They are perfect for cards, scrapbook pages, or to embellish a gift box or bag.  So many things you can use them for.  There are 16 pieces - 4 each of 4 designs (pair of mittens, snowflake, wreath, and holly).  

The card above has been sponged with Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink, item #119669.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Stitched Felt - Winter Wishes, item #124108

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Keep it Simple Christmas Card - Version 2

This card is very similar to the one I posted yesterday except that I added in sponged highlights and a paper punched border.   When you sponged highlights you can do it lightly or dark.  I actually sponged over the full front of the card and then heavily sponged the bottom edge.


Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Cherry Cobbler 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, item #124138

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Keep it Simple Christmas Card & Digital Downloads

Keeping the design simple but elegant was my goal for this card.   I used a Very Vanilla card stock base and then added in strip of Cherry Cobbler strips of card stock that had been accented with Cherry Cobbler ribbon.


Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Cherry Cobbler 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, item #124138

 The latest My Digital Studio downloads are now available HERE.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Hand-Penned Holiday Stamp Set

First, I want to let all of you know that my Stampin' Up! website is now back up and working.  This affected thousands of demonstrators.  Your patience and understanding was greatly appreciated.

As you may have noticed many of the Christmas cards I am showing are made using the Hand-Penned Holiday Stamp Set.  I want to show how you can use the same stamp set but have many different cards and looks.  The Stitched Felt is one of my favorite aembellishments this holiday season.


Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Stitched Felt - Winter Wishes, item #124108
Two Tags BigZ Die, item #115954

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

My Stampin' Up! Website is temporarily down - Update

My Stampin' Up! website is still unaccessible this morning for many of my customers.   Stampin' Up! is working hard to resolve this issue for their demonstrators.  It has affected thousands of us.

I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused any of you.  I know this is a busy holiday shopping weekend for you.   

If you would like to place an order for Stampin' Up! products and have been unable to access my website using:    http://marydirector.stampinup.net there is a work around using this link:

http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2041100

Also, if you would prefer, you may contact me to place the order for you.   I can place it thru the demonstrator only website.  The only thing I cannot order is the Clearance Rack items.  They have to be ordered by the customer only thru the website (either link above).

Another version of the card I posted yesterday.

Jolly Jingle Bits Stamp Set

Item #120857 -Wood ORItem #121187 - Clear Mount

Jolly Jingles Jumbo Wheel, item #120864

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

My Stampin' Up! Website is temporarily down

Jolly Jingle Bits Stamp Set

Item #120857 -Wood ORItem #121187 - Clear Mount

Jolly Jingles Jumbo Wheel, item #120864

Good Morning Everyone,

I just want to let you know that my Stampin' Up! website is temporarily down.  Stampin' Up! is aware of the problem and is working hard to get it back up and running as quickly as possible.  This situation has affected many Stampin' Up! Demonstrators and our customers.  This is the first time in the 3 1/2 years I've been a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator that this has happened.

This is a photo of the screen you will see while the system is being worked on by Stampin' Up! and Network Solutions.  While this screen is active, customers are not able to order from my site.

It is such a busy time of the year, it is unfortunate this has happened.   But there is still a silver lining in this .... I can still place your order for you thru the demonstrator only website.   All you need to do is contact me (via e-mail or phone) and I will be able to place the order for you.  If you e-mail, please include your phone number and a good time to call you (don't forget to let me know what time zone you are in).   Just a reminder too NOT to include any credit card information in the e-mail, I will get that from you once I talk to you.  My e-mail link is on the top of this page.  I can order whatever Stampin' Up! products you need with the exception of Clearance Items which can only be ordered by a customer through my Stampin' Up! website.

Again, I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.  When I called Demonstrator Support, they said they felt the problem would be resolved today.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Red and Silver Glimmer Christmas Card

As many of you know glimmer paper is one of my favorite products, the more sparkle the better.  When you layer glimmer paper it is extremely important to put your glue dot, sticky tape or multi-purpose liquid glue on the back of one piece of glimmer paper then press it firmly on top of the other piece of glimmer paper.   If you try to put the adhesive directly on the glitter it will not stick.  I found my method works well.   I bead up the liquid glue a bit so it will spread into the glitter below.   Then set the item aside to dry.

I use the multi-purpose liquid glue on the back of the felt to adhere it to the card.  It is item #110755.


Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #123312 - Clear
Card Stock and Classic Ink of your choice
Stitched Felt - Winter Wishes, item #124108
Red Glimmer Paper, item #121790
Silver Glimmer Paper, item #124005
Scallop Circle BigZ Die, item #113468
Scallop Circle #2 BigZ Die, item #113469
Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack, item #118309
1/2" Circle Paper Punch, item #119869

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

SNEAK PEEK Paper Doily Large Sizzlits Die & 8mm Large Pearls

Stampin' Up! has a brand new Large Sizzlits Die called Paper Doily that will premiere in the Occasions Mini Catalog as of January 4.   The cut out doily is approximately 4 1/4" in diameter.   I can see many uses for this die.  I used it on a card front - perfect fit for an A-2 card and then combined three together to create a paper doily to put under one of our Pocket Dragons (a collectible).

There are three doily patterns put together.   I love the intricate design.  I used a paper piercer to poke out all the little pieces.

Doesn't our little Pocket Dragon look great on this paper doily!

Here's one on a card front.   

A touch of red glimmer paper to add a bit of sparkle and then a brand new Jewels - Large Pearl to add to the center.

SNEAK PEEK ITEMS: (available January 4, 2012)

Large Sizzlits Die - Paper Doily, item #125592

Jewels - Large Pearl Basic Jewels, item #12577

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Dazzling Details All Occasion Card

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, Cherry Cobbler, item #124138
Very Vanilla Card Stock, item #101650
Cherry Cobbler Card Stock, item #119685
Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink, item #119669
Dazzling Details, item #124117

Here's another card that could be used for any occasion.   Very versatile and easy to swap out the colors of your choice.   I used dots of Dazzling Details to accent the card along with the ribbon.  

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Flowers for any Occasion

I feel that this card would work for so many different occasions.  I often make up a few like this to have handy in case I need a last minute card for someone.   The Paper Daisies can be used as white or sponge with any color you want.   The package has 40 daisies:  10 ea of 4 sizes (approximate sizes are 3", 2 1/8", 1 1/4", and 5/8"   All 4 sizes are shown on the card.)   The daisies are easy to layer and accent with a brad or a button.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Paper Daisies, item #119243
Silver Brads, item #104336
1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, Cherry Cobbler, item #124138
Very Vanilla Card Stock, item #101650
Cherry Cobbler Card Stock, item #119685
Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink, item #119669

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Stampin' Up!'s Own Shelli Gardner on the Today Show

Click HERE to watch Shelli Gardner on the Today Show.

Stampin' Up! does a great deal for charity.  I'm glad to be part of the team.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

My Digital Studio Downloads - December 6, 2011

The latest My Digital Studio downloads are now available HERE.

Click HERE to see ALL of the My Digital Studio Downloads that have been offered.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Merry Christmas Card With Designer Buttons

Buttons can make such a difference in the look of a card.   The Designer Buttons - Holly Berry Bouquet are the perfect touch for a Christmas Card.  There are 48 pieces total in the package:  12 ea of 2 designs in 2 colors (Real Red and Wild Wasabi).   Think beyond Christmas and these buttons could be used for Valentine's Day and Saint Patrick's Day too.   Very versatile.

Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Designer Buttons - Holly Berry Bouquet, item #125636
Decorative Label Paper Punch, item #120907
Whisper White Card Stock, item #100730
Cherry Cobbler Card Stock, item #119685
Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink, item #119669
Mini Glue Dots, item #103683 (to adhere the buttons)
SNAIL Adhesive, item #104332 .... refill, item #104331
Hand-Penned Holidays Stamp Set, item #124310 - Wood OR item #124312 - Clear

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

SNEAK PEEK Designer Rosette Bigz XL Die

This rosette which measures 10 1/2 inches across was made using a brand new Stampin' Up! Bigz XL die called Designer Rosette.  It will be available to customers in the Occasions Mini Catalog that premieres January 4th.

Bigz SL Die - Designer Rosette, item #125594 - available January 4th

I cut out 3 of these, attached them together using sticky strip.  After hooking them together, you start applying pressure to get the rosette to lay flat.   I used a hot glue gun to attach a large circle  to the front and to the back.  Apply pressure until dry.

Other Stampin' Up! Products Used:
Bigz Clear Die - Clear Circle, item #114533
Bigz Die - Serif Essentials Alphabet, item #113464
Card stock of choice
Extended Premium Crease Pad, item #117630 - needed because of all the folds/creases
Extended Cutting Pads, item #113478
Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine, item #113439
Sticky Strip, item #104294

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Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

My Digital Studio Hanukkah Card

The Happy Hanukkah Card was 99% made using My Digital Studio software.  The Menorah, pearls, ribbon and bows are all digital downloads.   Like the card yesterday, I printed the design out on my color printer then attached it to card stock to create my card.   When you are creating something like this, you can print just the background and the Menorah then actually add in actual pearls, ribbons, and bows rather than the digital images of them like I did above.

My Digital Studio, item #118108

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

My Digital Studio Christmas Card

 This card was made 99% using My Digital Studio software from Stampin' Up!.   I printed the image out on my Epson printer, then adhered it to a piece of card stock to create a Christmas card.   The glitter brads, bows, and designs are all images from My Digital Studio.

My Digital Studio would be an amazing gift.  It is item #118108.


You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Holiday Count Down

Does it seem possible that the holidays are just a couple weeks away.   December is always such a wonderful time of the year to spend time with friends and family.   This year has been extremely busy, and December will be no exception.

For the next couple of weeks (thru the 18th), I'm spending time with my wonderful husband.  I will be checking e-mails so will stay on top of your orders.  My blog has posts loaded for Monday thru Friday each week and if there is any breaking news I will be sure to let you know.

Hope you all have a wonderful holiday season.
 
You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Valentine Card Sample 4

 I'm very pleased with the layering of this card.  Amazing what you can do with card stock layered and also some ribbon.   I used the Pinking Hearts Border Paper Punch to create the layer under the ribbon.  It has tiny little hearts.   This is the last of my Valentine samples for now.   Starting tomorrow will start showcasing holiday cards.

Stampin' Up! products used:
You Are Loved Stamp Set, item #123777 - Wood OR Item #127779 - Clear
Stampin' Up! Card Stock & Ink of your choice
Pretty in Pink 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, item #124141
Pinking Hearts Border Paper Punch, item #117649

A bonus card today using the You Are Loved Stamp Set also.

Also there are new My Digital Studio Downloads too:

Click here to see the latest downloads.

A reminder too that the Online Extravaganza ends today.   There are items up to 60% off!!!  Oh my gosh, I took advantage of these sales myself.  Here's the complete list of all the discounted products for this promotion in pdf file format.  Click HERE.

Things to Remember

• Discounted digital downloads are only available on online order types.
• There is no minimum purchase required to participate in this promotion.
• For product bundles, you must use the bundle item numbers provided. Bundle discounts will not be applied if individual item numbers are used.
• Additional products from current catalogs may be purchased on the same order.
• Discounts range between 20 and 60 percent.

Let me know if you have any questions.   There are some really great deals here.  Don't miss out.

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Valentine Card Sample 3

The shadow effect behind the marker was done by combining a scallop circle (cutting off the bottom scallops) and a rectangle.  I rounded the corners of the rectangle with scissors.   Sentiment may be stamped inside.  The hearts were randomly placed and then I added the mini pearls to each one.   Really like the effect, don't you?

Stampin' Up! products used:
You Are Loved Stamp Set, item #123777 - Wood OR Item #127779 - Clear
2 3/8" Scallop Circle Paper Punch, item # 118874
Small Heart Paper Punch, item #117193
Stampin' Up! Card Stock & Ink of your choice
Pretty in Pink 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon, item #124141
Jewels - Basic Pearls, item #119247
Two Tags BigZ Die, item #115954

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Valentine Card Sample 2

I really like the You Are Loved Stamp Set.   Very versatile and can be used for many occasions.   It is in the Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Catalog.   The catalog is only valid until January 3.  If you want this stamp set, I highly recommend ordering it soon so you don't miss out.   I can see it used for anniversary, wedding, Valentine's Day, and so much more.


Stampin' Up! products used:
You Are Loved Stamp Set, item #123777 - Wood OR Item #127779 - Clear
Full Heart Paper Punch, item #119883
Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, item #119277
Scallop Trim Border Paper Punch, item #118402
Stampin' Up! Card Stock & Ink of your choice
You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Lollipop Bouquet Tutorial

Who wouldn't love a lollipop bouquet for a birthday or any special occasion.   This was so fun and didn't even take an hour to make.  It is for a very special little girl in our lives.  Her birthday is December 9th, and she has no idea "yet" that I have made this for her.

 Here's a close up of the bouquet.  The lollipops are packed in tightly.

The finishing touch was a large bow using Stampin' Up! 1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon which is available in 11 different colors.   This one is Daffodil Delight.

Supplies Needed:
Stampin' Up! 1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon - Daffodil Delight, item #1197770
Vase or Flower Pot about 5 1/2"
Marbles or rocks to weight the vase down.
1 Bag Dum Dum Pops 42.8 oz bag (250 pops in it)
5" Styrofoam Ball (any color)
Glue Gun

Directions:
1.  Fill your vase or flower pot with marbles or rocks to weight it down.  If this step is skipped, the bouquet could easily fall over when the pops are pulled out.   Because I used a clear vase, I filled it with iridescent marbles almost to the top.

2.  I put hot glue around the edge of the vase (you have to work quickly) and then immediately placed the Styrofoam ball on top.  Because my vase had a ruffled edge to it, I then went back and filled in the openings with hot glue to really secure it to the vase.

3.  Starting at the top, start placing pops in the Styrofoam.  Keep pops close together for a fuller effect and to cover the Styrofoam.  You can go back in and fill in if needed.  Press pops in securely.

4.   Tie a bow around the vase and the bouquet is ready to give as a gift or use as a centerpierce.

The original idea for this came from Meet The Dubiens blog.

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Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)

Valentine Card Sample 1

 Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving.   Ours was very nice.  

The next few days I want to showcase some Valentine cards I've made that were made this last week for Cards for Soldiers Overseas.  The unit that we send to is stationed in Afghanistan.   We make cards for them so that they have cards to send home to friends and family.  I have a wonderful group of ladies that help each week with this project.  I'm extremely grateful to all that they do to help.

Stampin' Up! products used:
You Are Loved Stamp Set, item #123777 - Wood OR Item #127779 - Clear
Full Heart Paper Punch, item #119883
Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, item #119277
Top Note BigZ Die, item #113463
Stampin' Up! Card Stock & Ink of your choice

You may order from my Stampin' Up! website 24/7 by CLICKING HERE, then click on Shop Now or by contacting me directly. My e-mail link is at the top of the screen.

Mary Director
Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, Independent Demonstrator & Creative Coach
http://marydirector.stampinup.net
Stampin' Up! -- Discover Your Creativity
(On-line ordering now available thru my website)