DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #082:

It's time for another DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge!  This week it's a Sketch Challenge. 

 

Today's sketch is a great way to use up some Designer Series Paper scraps. For this card, I used two products from the 2014 Occasions Catalog - ending soon, May 31st.

• 133038 Another Great Year - wood mount
• 133041 Another Great Year - clear mount
• 132995 Kaleidoscope Designer Series Paper
• See below for full supply list and measurements

Both great products for making birthday cards.  Add them to your wish list and get them before they are gone!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Dawn's Stamping Supplies 

• 133038 Another Great Year - wood mount
• 133041 Another Great Year - clear mount
• 101406 Jet Black StazOn Pad
• 131260 2013-2015 In Color Stampin' Write Markers - Strawberry Slush
• 126856 2012-2014 In Color Stampin' Write Markers - Summer Starfruit
• 131295 Strawberry Slush 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock (4-1/4" x 11", scrap for circle framelit)
• 121045 Basic Black 8-1/2X11 Card Stock (2-1/2" square, scrap for scallop punch)
• 100730 Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock (scrap for 1-3/8" circle punch)
• 132995 Kaleidoscope Designer Series Paper (2-3/8" square, 1-1/2" x 5-1/2")
• 119860 1-3/8 Inch Circle Punch
• 119854 1-3/4 Inch Scallop Circle Punch
• 113439 Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
• 130911 Circles Collection Framelits Dies
• 130010 Basic Black 3/4" Chevron Ribbon
• 104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

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Check out more "Sketch Challenge" inspiration from DOstamperSTARS (click on their links below):

• Cindy's Blackberry Bliss card
  
• Miriam's Envelope Punch Board Matchbox
  
• Jan's Work of Art card
  
• Sharon's Starburst Sayings card
  
• Connie's Birthday Basics card
  
• Heidi's Something for Baby card
  
• Robyn's Wetlands card

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Stampin' Up! Retired Lists

Be sure to download daily to see what is still available.  Many stamp sets are sold out already...they're marked with an "x".

• Retired Stamp List -  PDF
• Retired Stamp List - Excel
• Retired Accessory List - PDF
• Retired Accessory List - Excel

Click to Shop the Stampin' Up! Retired List

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

• Get your Project Life Sneak Peek products today!
• Shop the Clearance Rack
• Occasions Catalog  SHOP | VIEW
• Don't forget to check out this weeks 25% off Weekly Deals
• Orders of $50 or more receive DOstamping Loyalty Rewards, redeemable for a free stamp set or framelit   

Dawn's "Just Cards" Buffet TO GO Class: May is Ready!

My popular Just Cards Buffet TO GO class is ready for May!  Monthly Subscribers have their class kits and now it's your chance to get one too.  See below for details and instructions for purchasing this popular class. 

May 2014 

 

• Card Buffet TO GO Fee: $24 for 8 pre-cut card kits, includes postage/paypal fees
• US mailing addresses only
• Available while supplies last
• Kits are generally available on the 2nd Thursday of the month 
• Monthly Subscribers are given priority (see below on how you can be a monthly subscriber)
• All sales are final
• Click Buy Now button below to purchase your Class Kit. (if the Buy Now button isn't available, click here)

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Kits generally sell out in a couple of days, so purchase your kit today!

NOTE:  Within 24-48 hrs of your purchase, your class kit will be mailed and you'll receive an email notice with your card kit PDF.

NOTE: If you have trouble with the Buy Now button, click here

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Monthly Subscriber Information:

Don't want to miss Dawn's "Just Cards" Buffet TO GO Class each month?  Become a monthly subscriber!  Monthly Subscribers receive a special 3-Day Advance Notice of the class availability (before they are made available to the public). This ensures monthly subscribers can get their class kit before they are sold out.  In addition, subscribers are guaranteed to receive a full selection of the card offerings (see #1 below).  After 3-days, any remaining class kits will be made available to the public.

NOTE:  This class generally sells out fast (sometimes within days after posting to the public).  So I highly recommend Monthly Subscribers purchase their kit within the 3-day advance notice timeframe, to ensure receiving a full card selection kit.

Contact me today to become a Monthly Subscriber:  [email protected]

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Here are the details for Dawn's "Just Cards" Buffet TO GO Class:

1. You'll receive a variety of the card kits shown. You'll receive at least 5 or more different card kits, of which some you'll receive two of, for a total of 8 card kits. (Cards may not be hand selected, as they are packaged randomly.)  However, monthly subscribers will be guaranteed a full selection of card offerings.
2. Card kits include envelopes and the pre-cut card pieces and accessories for you to complete your card.  Adhesive is not included.
3. Details instructions are NOT provided.  Once the class is mailed to you, you will receive an email notice that will include the card kit PDF.  The PDF will include a photo and supply list for each card.  Be sure to save the PDF to your computer to assist you in completing your card.  If you need detailed instructions, this class may not meet your needs.
4. Die cutting and shape punching will be completed for you (without stamped images).  However, most border punching is NOT provided.
5. Texture embossing will be completed for you as well, except when stamping first is necessary. 
6. Stamped images are NOT included in the card kits.  This is in accordance with Stampin' Up! copyright/angel policy.   If you do not have a specific stamp set used for a card, you may purchase them in my online store or you can substitute like-size or styled images.

If you have any questions or want to be a monthly subscriber, contact me at [email protected]. 

Thank you!

Dawn Olchefske
Stampin' Up! Demonstrator 

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Here's what people are saying about Dawn's Card Buffet TO GO Class...

"Oh Dawn! How BEAUTIFUL!," is what I squealed when I opened your...Buffet TO GO Class! All perfectly cut, beautiful papers, trimmings, and even the PDF for the ideas, just exquisite! Your kit came to me perfectly mailed and quickly! Thank you so very much for offering this great kit!  I look forward to buying more kits from you! Big, huge, inky hugs, -Megan L

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

• Get your Project Life Sneak Peek products today!
• Shop the Stampin' Up! Retired List
• Check out the updated Clearance Rack 
• Occasions Catalog  SHOP | VIEW
• 25% off Weekly Deals 
• Orders of $50 or more receive DOstamping Loyalty Rewards, redeemable for a free stamp set or framelit 

Seasonal Sampler Squares: Kaleidoscope Birthday Theme (you're gonna love it!)

Today I'm sharing a favorite of my customers.  They keep oohing and aahing over it It's the DOstamperSTARS latest birthday themed Seasonal Sampler Squares Swap.  The STARS went nuts for this theme and outdone themselves.  

First, here's one of my squares - Party Owl:

• 118074 Owl Builder Punch (owl and balloon)
• 122361 Petite Pennants Builder Punch (hat)
• 117191 Bird Builder Punch (wing)
• 121807 Cupcake Builder Punch (hat pom pom)
• 120908 Small Oval Punch (balloon)
• 132995 Kaleidoscope DSP 2"x 2" (from Occasions Catalog - ending May 31st)
• Cardstock: Bermuda Bay (2-1/4" x 2-1/4"), Crushed Curry, Basic Black, Whisper White

Like I said - the STARS outdid themselves this time.  I think you can see why my local customers are lovin' it.  Plus - the Kaliedoscope DSP is just perfect for the birthday theme...don't you think.  It's just so much fun to look at!

Basic details of the Birthday Themed Seasonal Sampler:

• 132995 Kaleidoscope DSP 2" squares (from Occasions Catalog - ending May 31st)
• Mount onto 2-1/4" squares (coordinating colors include: Bermuda Bay, Strawberry Slush, Basic Black, Crushed Curry, Whisper White)
• Mount onto 7-1/8" square of Whisper White
• Then mount onto larger square of cardstock or DSP to fit your frame.  (My frame is 9" square, found it at Walmart)

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

• Get your Project Life Sneak Peek products today!
• Check out the updated Clearance Rack 
• Occasions Catalog  SHOP | VIEW
• 25% off Weekly Deals 
• Orders of $50 or more receive DOstamping Loyalty Rewards, redeemable for a free stamp set or framelit 

Endless Birthday Wishes Photopolymer: Gotta Have it!

Oh my gosh, I'm lovin' the newly released Endless Birthday Wishes Photopolymer stamp set (137553). If you recall the wildly popular Endless Wishes set from last fall (it sold out quickly) - then you'll just gotta have this new set too.  The mix of script and printed text is so much fun and is now available for birthday greeting wishes.  Check it out:

• 137553 Endless Birthday Wishes Photopolymer Stamp Set
• 27 stamps
• Recommended Clear Blocks: A, B & G (not included)
• While supplies last
• Print: Endless Birthday Wishes Flyer

The Endless Birthday Wishes is a must-have for your stamp collection. Get it today!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Stampin' Up! Retired List Updates 

Stampin' Up! retired lists:

Be sure to download daily to see what is still available.  Sold out items are marked with an "x".

• Retired Stamp List -  PDF
• Retired Stamp List - Excel
• Retired Accessory List - PDF
• Retired Accessory List - Excel

Limited Quantities of In Color Cardstock Now Available Reminder:

Stampin' Up! announced yesterday that they were able to add limited quantities of 2012-2014 In Color 8-1/2" x 11" Cardstock.  Once they run out of this new stock, they will be out for good.  So stock up today!

Click to Shop the Stampin' Up! Retired List

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

• Get your Project Life Sneak Peek products today!
• Check out the updated Clearance Rack 
• Occasions Catalog  SHOP | VIEW
• 25% off Weekly Deals 
• Orders of $50 or more receive DOstamping Loyalty Rewards, redeemable for a free stamp set or framelit 

5/13/14: Weekly Deals and More

Weekly Deals

To take advantage of 25% savings, be sure add this Week's Deals to your shopping bag - ends Monday. 

3/16 Inch Corner Punch [119871] $6.95 $5.21	Bbq Blitz Ensemble - Digital Download [130863] $12.95 $7.71	Etcetera Designer Series Paper [130129] $10.95 $8.21	Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die [123113] $7.95 $5.96
Perfect Pennants Bigz Die [123126] $32.95 $24.71	Retro Fresh Designer Journaling Tags [133526] $4.95 $3.71	Tasteful Trim Bigz Die [120893] $42.95 $32.21	This And That Epic Day Designer Series Paper [130814] $10.95 $8.21

 Dawn's Favorites

•  Embossing on Vellum Flower Garden TIEF
• 123113 Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

• Congrats Cap & Gown Card
• 123126 Perfect Pennants Bigz Die

• Tasteful Trim Birthday Card
• 120893 Tasteful Trim Bigz Die

Shop Weekly Deals 

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 NEW MDS Digital Downloads 

• Print: 05/13 MDS Downloads PDF
• Shop: MDS Digital Downloads 

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Stampin' Up! Retired List Updates 

Stampin' Up! retired lists:

Be sure to download daily to see what is still available.  Sold out items are marked with an "x".

• Retired Stamp List -  PDF
• Retired Stamp List - Excel
• Retired Accessory List - PDF
• Retired Accessory List - Excel

Click to Shop the Stampin' Up! Retired List

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Stampin' Up! just announced:
Limited Quantities of In Color Cardstock Now Available

When we announced the retired list, the 2012-2014 In Color 8-1/2" x 11" Cardstock sold out very quickly. We're happy to announce that we've been able to obtain additional product, and there are limited quantities available again. Once we run out of this new stock, we will be out for good.

The following items are available, only while supplies last: 

Raspberry Ripple 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [126842] $6.95	Gumball Green 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [126840] $6.95	Summer Starfruit 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [126839] $6.95
Primrose Petals 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [126841] $6.95	Midnight Muse 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [126843] $6.95

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Stampin' Up! Product Availability Update 

Here's a list of products that are on backorder and their estimated availability date:

• 114511: Little Leaves Sizzlits Die-May 15
• 115958: Lattice Bigz Die-May 15
• 133333: Burlap and Blooms Wreath Simply Created Kit-May 16
• 126995: Stampin' Trimmer Cutting Blades-May 16
• 126966: Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad-Availability not yet determined
• 131184: Regals Collection Classic Stampin' Pads-Availability not yet determined
• 103954: Aqua Painters-Availability not yet determined

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

• Get your Project Life Sneak Peek products today!
• Check out the updated Clearance Rack 
• Occasions Catalog  SHOP | VIEW
• 25% off Weekly Deals 
• Orders of $50 or more receive DOstamping Loyalty Rewards, redeemable for a free stamp set or framelit 

guestSTAR: Jan Carlson with Fringe Scissors

Today I'd like to introduce DOstamperSTAR, Jan Carlson.  She joined my STARS community six and a half years ago.  Jan is a huge help to me in many ways...sharing, meeting prep, support, our swap coordinator and more!  She's always ready to share and was another perfect choice to be a guestSTAR on our DOstamperSTARS private facebook group (a social sharing gorup for members of my downline).  

Jan's Fringe Flower Project

She selected the Fringe Scissors (133325) as her feature and came up with several fun ways to use it. 

Check out some of her Fringe Scissor projects:

• Fringed Flower (shown above) - she has a tutorial!
• Oh Happy Day Fringe card

Thank you Jan for sharing your time and talents with us!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Stampin' Up! retired lists - update:

Be sure to download daily to see what is still available.  Many stamp sets are sold out already...they're marked with an "x".

• Retired Stamp List -  PDF
• Retired Stamp List - Excel
• Retired Accessory List - PDF
• Retired Accessory List - Excel

Click to Shop the Stampin' Up! Retired List

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

• Get your Project Life Sneak Peek products today!
• Check out the updated Clearance Rack 
• Occasions Catalog  SHOP | VIEW
• 25% off Weekly Deals 
• Orders of $50 or more receive DOstamping Loyalty Rewards, redeemable for a free stamp set or framelit 

 

DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #081: Blue Ribbon Congrats

It's time for another DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge!  This week it's a Color My World Challenge. 

 

 

Funny thing about this card...

I had the card mostly done, but I thought it needed some texture.  So I got out the Alphabet Press TIEF and a quarter sheet of Midnight Muse.  When I went to adhere it to the card - it turns out, I used Night of Navy on the rest of the card.  So that's what you get today.  Either color would look great.

Punch and Framelit Tips:

• Whisper White 1-3/8" Punch
• Cherry Cobbler Circle Framelit (size 3)
• Night of Navy Starburst Framelit (size 2)
• Whisper White Banner Framelit (size 4)
• Crushed Curry Banner Framelit (size 5)
• NOTE:  For cooresponding # sizes - check out my Framelits Measurements Page

I think any graduate would enjoy this card - especially if you slide a gift card in there!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Dawn's Stamping Supplies 

Blue Ribbon [131964]	Blue Ribbon Clear-Mount Stamp Set [125981]	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [126970]	Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad [126966]	Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock [100730]
Night Of Navy 8-1/2X11 Card Stock [100867]	Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2X11 Card Stock [119685]	Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131199]	Big Shot Die-Cut Machine [113439]	1-3/8 Inch Circle Punch [119860]
Circles Collection Framelits Dies [130911]	Starburst Framelits Dies [132967]	Banners Framelits Dies [132173]	Alphabet Press Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [130916]	Silver Mini Brads [122941]

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Check out more "Color My World" inspiration from DOstamperSTARS (click on their links below):

• Cindy's By the Tide Cards
• Miriam's Pleasant Poppies Card
  
• Linda's Embossed By the Tide Card
  
• Sharon's Angled Tag Topper Card
• Connie's Hamburger Box
  
• Heidi's Petite Petals Card

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Stampin' Up! retired lists - update:

Be sure to download daily to see what is still available.  Many stamp sets are sold out already...they're marked with an "x".

• Retired Stamp List -  PDF
• Retired Stamp List - Excel
• Retired Accessory List - PDF
• Retired Accessory List - Excel

Click to Shop the Stampin' Up! Retired List

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

• Get your Project Life Sneak Peek products today!
• New items added to the Clearance Rack
• Occasions Catalog  SHOP | VIEW
• Don't forget to check out this weeks 25% off Weekly Deals
• Orders of $50 receive DOstamping Loyalty Rewards, redeemable for a free stamp set or framelit   

Stampin' Up! Blendabilities: Sneak Peek

With the upcoming 2014-2015 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog, one of the exciting new products are the Stampin' Blendabilities Markers!  Demonstrators are can pre-order them now (you can join now and select them in your starter kit!).  I've been receiving questions regarding them.  I can tell, many of you are excited!  So here's a sneak peek at them along with some basic information.  

 

The Blendabilities are an exclusive alcohol-based marker set that come in a 3-pack of light, medium and dark shades (of the same color ), and provide your projects a more saturated look with blended colors. We recommend using Stampin' Up! Whisper White Cardstock when using them, but any one of our cardstocks would work just as well. 

The first set of Blendabilities products will include:

• Coastal Cabana
• Cherry Cobbler
• Daffodil Delight
• Old Olive
• Pumpkin Pie
• Rich Razzleberry
• Skin Tone Assortment (set of six)
• Memento Ink Pad & refill
• Color Lifter 

What sets Blendabilities apart:

• The Stampin' Up! rectangular barrel keeps your markers from rolling away
• Flat storage helps to maintain the life of each marker
• Each marker comes with a tip on each end: brush and fine
• Marker tips are made of nylon, which is superior to polyester which can fray
• Color coded caps
• Can be used with transparent sheets and to color pearls, rhinestones, buttons, etc
• And of course...Stampin' Up! markers coordinate wonderfully with our cardstock! 

These photos were taken at the 2014 Catalog Premiere Event.  Carrie Cudney from Stampin' Up! shared them with us. Flower image is from a new single stamp, Blended Bloom.

I'm sure you'll want to add them to your wish list for June 2nd

eta:  Blendabilities will not be available when the new catalog is released.  Stampin' Up! does not have a release date for this product yet.

5-28-2014 eta: Stampin' Up! announced, Blendabilities should be available to customers late June/early July.  They currently are still available for demonstrators to pre-order. - see full announcement here

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Stampin' Up! retired lists - update:

Be sure to download daily to see what is still available.  Many stamp sets are sold out already...they're marked with an "x".

• Retired Stamp List -  PDF
• Retired Stamp List - Excel
• Retired Accessory List - PDF
• Retired Accessory List - Excel

Click to Shop the Stampin' Up! Retired List

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

• Get your Project Life Sneak Peek products today!
• Check out the updated Clearance Rack 
• 25% off Weekly Deals 
• Orders of $50 or more receive DOstamping Loyalty Rewards, redeemable for a free stamp set or framelit