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Oh Hello Swallow Tail

Hi Stampin' Friends

I must apologize - I forgot to mention the name of the winner for Hostess Code QUTKNGC3.  It's Alicia Gonzales and she won $50 in free product!  I'll have another hostess code for you in a couple of days.  I mean if you are going to order online anyway, you might as well use a hostess code because you just might win free merchandise.  Of course, if your order is over $150, don't use the code because over $150, you receive the hostess benefits.

I love the gorgeous plus size image that is the Swallow Tail.  And I've seen so many beautful cards made with this stamp - from vintage/shabby chic to modern/clean and simple.

Elegant Eggplant and Very Vanilla is one of my favorite combinations though I don't use it very often; but when I do, it reminds how much I love it! (go figure).  

I was inspired by a card I saw on Pinterest - that place is so full of gorgeous cards and I come away inspired.  The best way to find a card is to type in the stamp set name and you can add the type of card, i.e., shabby chic, vintage, bold, simple, etc.

The wing was stamped on the Elegant Eggplant Card Stock with Versamark.  I added White Emboss Powder and set with the Heat Tool.  The oval image was stamped off several times before stamping on Naturals Ivory Card Stock.  The sentiment was stamped with Elegant Eggplant Classic Ink.  The flowers are from the 5/8" Flower Trim and were lightly sponged with Elegant Eggplant.  The leaves (Subltes Collection Designer Series Paper Stack) are from the Bird Punch.

If you need any supplies, please visit my Stampin' Store for 24/7 service or if you like, send me your list and I'll place the order for you.  You can contact me at (479) 876-7453 or [email protected].

Thanks for Stopping by today!

 

SUPPLIES:

Swallowtail Clear Mount Stamp Set #129216	Oh Hello Clear Mount Stamp Set #130733	Very Vanilla Card Stock	Elegant Eggplant Card Stock #105126	Designer Series Paper Patterns Stack - Subtles Collection #11715
VersaMark Ink Pad	Elegant Eggplant Classic Stampin' Pad #126969	Stamping Sponges #101601	Bird Punch #117191	5/8" Flower Trim #126869
White Stampin' Emboss Powder #109132	Heat Tool

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Last week to order on retired items.

Hi Stampin' Friends:

Over 100 stamp sets are leaving us on June third, to make room for fresh offerings; our Color Refresh also means that a lot of accessories are retiring this time! And many of them are available for discounts up to 60% off!

• Retiring Stamps List: all stamps are guaranteed to remain available through June 3rd:  Download 2013 Retired SS List 25 May 2013
• Retiring Accessories List (everything but stamps) available AS SUPPLIES LAST: Some items already sold out!! This list is updated daily until June 3rd.   Download 2013 Retired Acc List 25 May 2013

If you're not comfortable ordering online at my Stampin' Store, please feel free to email me at [email protected] and I will be happy to help you out.  Or you can call me at (479) 876-7453.

Thanks for Stopping by today!

 

Simply Sketched - sneak peek

Hi Stampin' Friends

Hope you are enjoying your weekend.  For me, it's so nice to be home and relaxing.  It was a whirlwind 2 1/2 weeks in California and I am enjoying the peace and quiet back home.

Today's card features the Hostess Stamp Set called Simply Sketched.  I'm also using the new Ginger Garden Designer Series Paper for the background.

I love the blue and yellow combination - it just screams Spring!  

The ladies will be making this card at the Big Shot class on Wednesday, 29 May 2013.  I have one opening left if you live in the Bella Vista, AR area and would like to attend.  Just let me know and I'll send you all the information.

They will learn how to make the roses shown on the card using a die cut (non-SU).  I was going to add a ruffled bow right under the roses on the left but I didn't want to make it too complicated or difficult because two of the ladies are beginners and I would not want to scare them away (LOL). 

The sentiment is from the hostess stamp set, Simply Sketched, and is available with a qualifying order.  Though it is not very clear in the picture, I put the bottom strip of DSP through the Big Shot using the Delicate Designs Embossing Folder and then die cut using the Large Scallops Edgelits Die. 

 

If you need any supplies, please visit my Stampin' Store for 24/7 service - I would love to be your demonstrator!  You can also e-mail me at [email protected] or call me at (479) 876-7453 and I'll place the order for you.

Thanks for Stopping by today!

 Supplies:

• Stamp Set:  Simply Sketched (available 31 May 2013)
• Paper:  Gingham Garden Designer Series Paper (available 31 May 2013)

Whisper White Card Stock	Island Indigo Card Stock #122923	Island Indigo Classic Stampin' Pad #126986	Big Shot Die Cut Machine	Delicate Doilies Sizzlits Die
Delicate Designs Textured Impressions Embossing Folders #127083	Large Scallop Edgelits Die #127019	Bird Punch #117191	Stampin' Dimensionals	Tombo Mono Multi Liquid Glue

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CA pictures

Hi Stampin' Friends

We finally went to the post office to get our mail and I want to thank you for the beautiful birthday cards I received while I was gone.  I will be posting them as soon as I've taken pictures or scanned them.  You guys are the best and I really appreciate you!

I am posting a couple of favorite pictures of my trip to CA.  If you want to see more of them, please go to my facebook page to view them.  Facebook page

This only includes the first few days of the trip - I'll post some more next week.  I wouldn't want to bore you too much! (ha, ha)

Checking in at the hotel - the view was gorgeous!

Tradition - I always eat at "Eggs & Things" the first morning I'm in California.  My daughter Deena and Rachel.

As we went up the coast to Santa Barbara Wine Country, we found the perfect spot for David to launch his kayak

 

Our favorite winery is Rancho Sisquoc.  We started going there in the 1980's and love how quaint it has stayed.  

Mother's Day at Deena's house.  Sandy (Deena's mother-in-law), Sydney (granddaughter), Tanner (grandson), Deena, Troy (grandson) and me!

Rachel spent the day in the pool!

Thanks for Stopping by today!

 

New Virtual Stamp Club Now Forming

Hi Stampin' Friends

I'm adding a new service call the Virtual Stamp Club.  This club is a great way to get new products each month, supplies and instructions to create four cards featuring the stamp of the month.  You can join at any time during the year, but it is for a six month commitment.

Click here for more information on the new club.

If you would like to receive the June 2013 kit, please sign up by 31 May 2013.  

The stamp set for the month of June 2013 is The Open Sea (clear $18.95, wood $26.95).  The Open Sea gives you a full range of images for designing masculine or travel-themed projects with old world appeal.

The stamp set for the month of June 2013 is The Open Sea (clear $18.95, wood $26.95).  The Open Sea gives you a full range of images for designing masculine or travel-themed projects with old world appeal.

Thanks for Stopping by today!

Dapper Tanner

Hi Stampin' Friends

I was fortunate enough to be in California for my grandson's (Tanner) prom.  The kids always look so gorgeous when they dress up for prom.  When I first saw Anissa's (Tanner's girlfriend) dress, I immediately thought Strawberry Slush!

I made a card to send him to let him know how proud I am of him and the fine young man he is turning out to be.

I used the Dapper Dad Clear Mount Stamp Set from the Spring Catalog.   This set was not in the big catalog but it still might make it if it comes out in the Spring Catalog carry-over list.  I hope so because you can use this set for more than Father's Day - it's so vertsatile.

If you need any supplies to make this card, please visit my Stampin' Store for 24/7 service.  Or if you like send me you list and I'll be more than happy to place the order for you.  Email me at  [email protected] or (479) 876-7453.

Thanks for Stopping by today!

Supplies:

New In-colors (2013-2015)

• Strawberry Slush Card Stock (available 31 May 2013)
• Strawberry Slush Classic Ink Pad (available 31 May 2013)

Naturals White Card Stock	Basic Black Card Stock	Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die #123128	Houndstooth Embossing Folder
Big Shot Die Cut Machine	Tombo Mono Multi Liquid Glue	3/16 Neutrals Brads #119736	Stampin' Dimensionals

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Happy Birthday Card - sneak peek

Hi Stampin' Friends

This card is from the SU website and uses the style I love! - Shabby Chic.  In this case, they mixed modern with shabby chic.

Happy Birthday Card

• Stamp Set:  Love Label
• Card stock:  Crumb Cake, Soho Subway Designer Series Paper
• Ink: Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
• Accessories: Linene Thread, Very Vintage Button, Artisan Label Punch, Big Shot, Bitty Banner Framelits Dies

Thanks for stopping by today!

Last Day in California

Hi Stampin' Friends

Tomorrow we head home for Arkansas.  It's been an amazing and wonderful time in Southern California.  Tonight we had dinner at the Prime Steakhouse in Ventura, CA with my beautitful daughter and her family.

I'll have a card for you tomorrow!

Thanks for stopping by!

Today's the last day to take advantage of the 20% special!

Hi Stamping Friends

After breakfast at the Kitchen Cajun in Ventura, we went to an old favorite spot.  The Cross at Grant Park in the hills above Ventura.  I don't know why we moved away from this area - it's been beautiful here and I'm a little homesick for this place.  

In 1782 Father Junipero Serra founded the San Buenaventura Mission. Soon after, a large wooden cross was placed on a neighboring hillside as a guidepost for travelers. Over the years, the original cross and a series of replacements were lost to the elements, but locals never gave up. The current cross has stood atop its circular stone pedestal since 1941, and today the Preservation Trust and community volunteers are committed to maintaining and improving the park for everyone’s enjoyment. Serra Cross Park also has a romantic legacy—throughout the years, countless couples have been married here, making this a particularly cherished piece of local heritage

Saturday - Today's the last day~

As you know, I'm in California to celebrate my birthday.  And because I appreciate you all so much, I am offering 20% off your total order during the period 10 - 18 May 2013.  

Place your online order during this period and use Hostess Code QUTKNGC3 and your name will be entered into a drawing for Hostess benefits.  Amount of benefits will depend on how large the total workshp order is but it will be at least $25.00 in benefits.

• Once you place your order, it will be shipped directly to you.
• You can add-on current, sale, new arrivals and clearance merchandise too.  Make your list for your favorites and get them before they are gone, gone, gone!
• If your order is more than $150, do not use the Hostess Code because you are entitled to your own hostess benefits.
• This applies to online orders only!

I will reimburse you when I return from my trip (after 25 May 2013) for the 20%.  I can reimburse you via:

1. check
2. paypal
3. or 20% off your first order from the new catalog.  

BONUS!  If you choose the 3rd option, you will receive free shipping in addtion to the 20% off!  

HOW to enter the HOSTESS CODE while shopping: 

1. Order Online HERE
2. Select Show Now (upper right hand corner)
3. Create your own personal account (if you don't already have one)
4. Start shopping by adding products to your "Shopping Bag"
5. At anytime before checking out, you'll need to apply the HOSTESS CODE QUTKNGC3 
6. Don't forget to click the "APPLY" button
7. Complete your shopping

Then check out! 

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• Artistic Designs by Rachel  Preferred customers receive their catalogs free.
• Click here to sign up for your FREE Stampin' Up! CATALOG.

Special Note: A preferred customer means you've spent a minimum of $50 with me in the past year (12 months). Placing an online order through another demonstrator electronically removes you from my Stampin' Up! customer list. To reactivate your Artistic Designs by Rachel Preferred Customer status, simply place a new order through my Stampin' Store.