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December 2014

12/30 Weekly Deals, Catalog Transition Dates, Product Shares & More!

Weekly Deals

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

#weeklydeals from #stampinup #dostamping #craftingsupplies

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An Open Heart Thank You

I hope your holiday celebrations were everything you expected.  With the holidays behind us, you might be in need of some Thank You Cards.  With Stampin' Up!'s Note Cards and Envelopes...thank you cards are a snap!

An Open Heart Thank You card created by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

This card was actually created for some friends and family who have recently lost loved ones.  I'm always wondering what I can do for them.  After some thought, I had an "uh-duh" moment.  Of course there is something I can do...make "thank you" cards.  I generally will make a full pack of our Note Cards & Envelopes for them (20).  They come in Whisper White and Crumb Cake packs.  I sometimes like to mix it up and use the White cards with the Crumb Cake envelopes (as shown above).

With just a slight change of the "thank you" greeting, you could use these as your holiday thank you cards too.  

If you'd like a step-up version of this card, I'm featuring one in my Card Buffet TO GO (and local class).  You can see it and/or purchase the class...click here.

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Dawn's Stamping Supplies 

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Now Taking Reservations

2015 Occasions Catalog Product shares offered by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup

Learn more here: Dawn's 2015 Occasions Catalog Product Shares

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

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Year-End Closeout Sale

Includes some 2014 Holiday Catalog items!


Blast from the Past: Tea Light Card

Recently a friend of mine made a version of a Tea Light Card I did a couple of years ago.  It's always fun to "travel down memory lane".  Especially with a cool card like this one.

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stampin up, dostamping, dawn olchefske, demonstrator, window easel card with tea light, joyous celebrations, christmas

To see a How'd She DO That? video, click on: Tea Light Card

Here's Linda Gutierrez's version, using the versatile Making Sprirts Bright stamp set from the 2014 Holiday Catalog (ending Jan 5, 2015)

Stampin' Up! Making Spirits Bright by Linda Gutierrez, shared by Dawn Olchefske, #dostamping

Thanks for sharing Linda!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Featured Stamp Set 

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Now Taking Reservations

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Learn more here: Dawn's 2015 Occasions Catalog Product Shares

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

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Year-End Closeout Sale

New items added!

 


Merry Christmas with Cheerful Christmas

Merry Christmas everyone!  This was one of my Christmas cards this year.  Many friends, family and customers received this one (or maybe I should say - will be receiving one).  I mailed my cards a little late this year.  

#dostamping #stampinup, Sharing creations from the 2014 Holiday Catalog with Tree Punch, created by Dawn Olchefske

I originally saw this card on Stampin' Up!'s site and fell in love with it.  I hope you like it too!

Have a safe and Happy Holidays~Dawn O

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 Dawn's Stamping Supplies

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Year-End Closeout Sale

New items added!

 


Taking Reservations for...Dawn's 2015 Stampin' Up! Occasions Catalog Shares

It's here, it's here!  Dawn's 2015 Stampin' Up! Occasions Catalog Product Shares!  

Many of you are very excited about this catalog and can't wait to place your order right away on January 6th.  And why not, there are tons of fabulous products for you to choose from...stamp sets and die/framelits, punches, texture folders, paper, ribbon and accessories too!  Covering lots of different occasions, such as birthdays, graduation, Mother's & Father's Day, Valetines Day, Easter, Wedding and more!

In the meantime - if you've made your list and are wondering, how are you going to get everything you want...you should consider a product share for the consumable items.  It's a great way to get a sampling of paper, ribbon and accessories.  See my 2015 Occasions Catalog product share offerings below:

Timing:

  • Taking reservations: Starts now!
  • Paypal Invoicing: will begin Wednesday, December 31st (Paypal account not needed, as you can use a credit card to pay a paypal invoice)
  • First Round order: will be placed, Tuesday, January 6th
  • First Round mailing:  estimated to be no later than 2 weeks after order date (barring any backorders from Stampin' Up!)
  • NOTE:  you may add-on to your product share reservation with "Annual Catalog Product Shares" found here.  I will let you know the combined shipping costs.

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Here's my 2015 Occasions Catalog Product Share options
(see below for full details) then email me to get on the list!

  • I Want it All Share - Occasions Edition (with BONUS Sampler): $29.99 ($5.75 shipping)
  • Basic Paper Share - Occasions Edition: $15.50 ($5.75 shipping)
  • Occasions Swatchbooks: $12.25 ($3.50 shipping or no additional shipping when ordered with either of the above two shares)

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I Want It All Share - Occasions Edition 
$29.99 (add $5.75 for shipping), includes the following (note: does not include the DSP swatchbooks):

  • Basic Paper Share: as described below
  • Accessories (17 pieces):
    • (6) Itty Bitty Accents Epoxy Stickers
    • (8) Sweet Dreams Buttons
    • (3) Something Borrowed Embellishments
  • Ribbon (approx.12 yards)
    • (1 yd) Sahara Sand Lace Trim
    • (1 yd) Calypso Coral Pom Pom Trim
    • (1 yd) White Jute Ribbon
    • (1 yd) Hello Honey Quilted Ribbon
    • (2 yds) Bermuda Bay Sequin Trim
    • (2 yds ea) Painted Blooms Cotton Trim (3 colors: Wild Wasabi, Soft Sky & Whisper White)
  • BONUS Best Year Ever SAB Sampler
    • (6 sheets) Best Year Ever SAB Designer Series Paper (6x6)
    • (3) Best Year Ever SAB Buttons assortment
    • (1-1/2 ft of ea) Best Year Ever SAB Ribbon (3 colors: Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry & Coastal Cabana) 

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Basic Paper Share - Occasions Edition
$15.50 (add $5.75 for shipping), includes the following (54 sheets):
  • 6x6 Designer Series Paper
    • (6) Painted Blooms
    • (6) Sweet Dreams
    • (6) Something Borrowed (2 of 3 patterns)
  • 6x6 Designer Series Specialty Paper
    • (6) Birthday Bash (note: the "specialty pattern sheet" in this pack is 2 different patterns of single-sided embossed gold foil sheets - of which you'll randomly receive one of those designs.)
  • 4-1/2 x 6-1/2 Designer Series Paper Stack
    • (12) Stacked With Love
    • (12) Adventure Bound
  • 6x6 Miscellaneous Paper
    • (4 ) Birthday Bash Washi Tape Sheets
    • (2) Chalkboard Paper  

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DSP Swatchbooks - Occasions/SAB Edition
$12.25 (add $3.50 for shipping), includes the following (7):
  • (4) 3x6 DSP swatchbooks from the Occasions Catalog
  • (2) 3-1/4 x 4-1/2 DSP stack swatchbooks from the Occasions Catalog
  • (1) 3x6 DSP swatchbook from Sale-A-Bration Brochure (Best Year Ever)
What is a swatchbook?  WATCH a short video about my swatchbooks 
(Annual Catalog swatchbooks still available too) 

ALSO: You can combine my Annual Catalog Product Shares too!!  Check them out on my Product Share Page

How to reserve Product Shares:

I am taking sign-ups for the first rounds of shares now.  Email me at dostamping@yahoo.com with...

  • your full name
  • mailing address
  • paypal email address (if different)
  • List the shares your interested in.  
I will put you on the list and send you a paypal invoice when a round fills.

Thanks~Dawn O

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Thank you for Shopping with Dawn

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Year-End Closeout Sale

New items added!

 


2014 Holiday Catalog Year-End Closeout!

(NOTE: For those who receive the DOstamping with Dawn blog feed via email - I'll be posting my NEW 2015 Occasions Catalog Product Shares later today in a separate email.  I know you've been anxious to get your reservations in. So watch for two emails today - thanks!)

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Did you notice?  Stampin' Up! added 2014 Holiday Catalog products to the Year-End Close out!  Plus - if you missed the opportunity to earn the Good Greetings stamp set (a must-have), you now have a short time to purchase it (before it sells out).

New Year-End Closeout Sale items, 2014 Holiday Catalog, #stampinup #dostamping

2014 Holiday Catalog Products on Sale

Dawn's Holiday Inspiration

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#dotamping #dawnolchefske #stampinup #christmas #holidaycards #2014SUholiday #cheerfulchristmas #cardmaking #diy #quickandcute #DSC094

Color me Autumn DSP card with Curved Banner Greeting video, shared by Dawn Olchefske, #ostamping #stampinup

#cardmaking #dawnolchefske #diy #dostamping #papercrafting #stampinup  #dostamperstars #thursdaychallenge #colorchallenge #cardmaking #DSC099 #fallfest

Dec 2014 Control Freak Blog Tour, sharing creations from the new 2015 Occasions Catalog and Sale-a-Bration Brochure, New Mini Treat Bag Die, New SAB Big Day stamp set, created by Dawn Olchefske, #dostamping #stampinup

#dostamping #dawnolchefske #stampinup #diy #frightfulwreath #wcmd2014 #halloween #homedecor

projects from Many Merry Stars Simply Created Kit, by Dawn Olchefske #dostamping #stampinup #christmasdecor

#cardmaking #dawnolchefske #diy #dostamping #papercrafting #stampinup  #dostamperstars #thursdaychallenge #homesweethomechallenge #cardmaking #DSC101 #halloween #treatpouch #partypennants

Curvy Keepsake Box Thinlit Die by Stampin' Up! - project created by Dawn Olchefske, dostamping for 12 Weeks of Christmas Newsletter.  Sign up for free newsletter at www.dostampingwithdawn.com

Scallop Tag Topper Ornament Invitation with Trim the Tree DSP created by Dawn Olchefske (dostamping)  #DSC109 #holidayinvitation #stampinup

Happy shopping~Dawn O

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12/23 Weekly Deals, Updated Year-End Close-Out

Weekly Deals

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

#weeklydeals from #stampinup #dostamping #craftingsupplies

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Control Freaks Tour: New 2015 Occasions & Sale-a-Bration Sneak Peek

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Welcome to the Control Freaks December. We are thrilled to have you join us today (will be live by 12:01am 11/20). Our tour features some of your favorite Control Freaks Stampers sharing projects made with Stampin' Up! products. In fact, you may have just come from the fabulous Mary Brown's blog.

Our theme for this month is: All New 2015 Occasions & Sale-a-Bration

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Big Day Birthday Bash Mini Treat Bag

Dec 2014 Control Freak Blog Tour, sharing creations from the new 2015 Occasions Catalog and Sale-a-Bration Brochure, New Mini Treat Bag Die, New SAB Big Day stamp set, created by Dawn Olchefske, #dostamping #stampinup

Oh my gosh...I'm in love!  With what?  The Mini Treat Bag Thinlit Dies in the 2015 Occasions Catalog.  They are super easy and fast to put together.  All you need is some cute paper (we got you covered with fun new Designer Series Papers!).  But instead, I reached for some (135828) Festive Designer Kraft Paper Rolls (from the 2014 Holiday Catalog). It's really the perfect paper for treat bags!  I maybe have to get some more before it's gone.  

Here's what you'll need to make the Mini Treat Bag:

  • 6x6 piece of paper
  • 3x6 piece of paper
  • Sticky Strip or Fast Fuse (I used Fast Fuse) - just 3 places to adhere
  • Just cut and adhere, and your done.
  • Oh, one more thing...squeal with delight, because they are just so darn cute!

I filled my Mini Treat Bag with three fun size pieces of candy.  It's decorated with fun new birthday products from both the 2015 Occasions Catalog and free items from the Sale-a-Bration brochure.

Dawn Stamping Supplies

  • Big Day Stamp Set (139109w or 139112c) - free Sale-a-Bration choice
  • 139112 Big Day Clear Stamp Set - Occasions Catalog
  • 135828 Festive Designer Kraft Paper Rolls - Occasions Catalog
  • 137547 Mini Treat Bag Thinlits Dies - Occasions Catalog
  • 137783 Birthday Bash Specialty Designer Series Paper - Occasions Catalog
  • 137898 Calypso Coral Pompom Trim - Occasions Catalog
  • 113439 Big Shot
  • 132173 Banners Framelits Die
  • 134586 Crushed Curry Baker's Twine
  • 134365 1/8" Circle Handheld Punch
  • 132708 Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
  • 133623 Bermuda Bay Assortment Stampin' Blendabilities Markers - Occasions Catalog
  • 130996 Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Calypso Coral Assortment
  • 129026 Fuse Fast Adhesive

Here's a size comparison to our Polka Dot Gift Bags (135503):

Dec 2014 Control Freak Blog Tour, sharing creations from the new 2015 Occasions Catalog and Sale-a-Bration Brochure, New Mini Treat Bag Die, New SAB Big Day stamp set, created by Dawn Olchefske, #dostamping #stampinup

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New Squashed Pearls Technique (spawned by laziness!)

Dec 2014 Control Freak Blog Tour sharing creations from the new 2015 Occasions Catalog with the new Your Perfect Day stamp set and Squashed Pearls technique created by Dawn Olchefske, #dostamping #stampinup

This card had several different renditions until I settled on a clean and simple look.  The wreath image from the new 2015 Occasions stamp set, Your Perfect Day is stamped with Wild Wasabi ink.  Then slightly rotate the stamp and stamp again without reinking (repeat one more time).  The Pearl Basic Jewels were colored with the new Pink Pirouette Blendabilities Marker.

Confession time:  This is where my card plan changed and the laziness factor comes in...I decided I wanted to die cut the wreath with a Circle Collections Framelit.  But, I didn't want to take the time to remove the pearls (and possibly tear the paper, which is a valid concern), so I said to myself - "what the heck, let's see what happens".  Oh my gosh...I was stunned at the results, which I've coined "Squashed Pearls".  What a wonderful happy accident, right?  Even my husband was impressed.

Dec 2014 Control Freak Blog Tour sharing creations from the new 2015 Occasions Catalog with the new Your Perfect Day stamp set and Squashed Pearls technique created by Dawn Olchefske, #dostamping #stampinu

Ok, so... if someone else has already discovered the awesomeness of this (and I just never heard about it because I live in a cave) - please don't tell me...just let me bask in the glow of my awesome discovery.  In fact, be sure to leave a comment telling me about my awesomeness.  That will hold me for a day or two.  Thank you! 

Dawn's Stamping Supplies

  • Your Perfect Day Stamp Set (138850w, 138853c or 137160p) - Occasions Catalog
  • 131179 Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad
  • 126959 Wild Wasabi Classic Stampin' Pad
  • 133625 Pink Pirouette Assortment Stampin' Blendabilities Markers - Occasions Catalog
  • 100730 Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
  • 111351 Pink Pirouette 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock
  • 113439 Big Shot
  • 130911 Circles Collection Framelits Die
  • 127023 Delicate Designs Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
  • 133787 Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack
  • 134577 Blushing Bride Baker's Twine
  • 119247 Pearl Basic Jewels Embellishments
  • 103683 Glue Dots
  • 104430 Stampin' Dimensionals

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Well, that wraps up this stop of the tour. I hope you enjoyed my projects this month!  Now on to more creative inspiration from fellow freak Wendy Weixler

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