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Million Sales Achiever Stamp Set: Music from the Heart

November 26, 2019

I'm beyond excited that I can finally share my Million Sales Achiever stamp set with you! It's called "Music from the Heart". Which is perfect, as every time I look at, it makes my heart sing!

You might be wondering, "why music"? That's a good question.

Growing up, music was a huge part of my life. I played several instruments: oboe, guitar, saxophone, but particularly piano (classically trained). I was in any band I could be in...concert band, jazz band, orchestra, musical theater practice piano and of course...marching band. Officially - I'm a band geek! I'm sure I have some fellow band geeks out there, right? In addition, I sang in choirs and co-directed our church's children's choir for a couple of years.

My girls were also in band and choir growing up (of course). My daughter Becky is now a musician, singer/songwriter. And now a 3rd generation is developing a love of music...my grandsons. Max plays piano and percussion. Sam plays saxophone.

So...music was a natural choice for me!

I was thrilled to be able to share my stamp set and samples at the Stampin' Up! Atlanta OnStage this month. See below for my creations (note: I will be creating a couple of videos on how to use the stamp set, as well as some of the specific projects):

Features of the "Music from the Heart" stamp set:

Create your own greeting by mixing and matching images
Curvy keyboard can be stamped multiple times to create a border
Music notes can be stamped randomly on music staff, or stamp out a favorite tune ie: Happy Birthday
Songbirds can be stamped on music staff
Stamp the treble clef, then 2-step stamp the partial guitar image to create a "full" artsy guitar

Use the Timeless Label Punch to put this sweet sentiment front and center!

Use the keyboard image to create a custom background piece

Use the music staff image to create an interesting background piece

Combine the guitar and Stitched Stars Dies for a fun rockin' card
Note: the Stitched Stars Dies are from the Holiday Catalog and will be carrying over - yay!

Create mini records with the 1-1/2" and 1/2" Circle Punches

Stamp on "balloons" cut out with the Balloon Bouquet Punch
Change from classic colors to fun color combos for some quick cards!

Take a closer look at the Heart Epoxy Droplets. All 3 sizes will fit an image in the stamp set!

Use the Wink of Stella Glitter Brush to add glimmer and color in the center of the guitars

Tip for the "grid" square: Stamp music staff horizontally, and then vertically.
The word "music" uses the Lined Alphabet stamp set and Real Red Stampin' Blends

Last, but not least...Grand Piano Easel Card (video coming soon)

I didn't get to play a grand piano very often - only at recitals. But when I did, it made me feel like a real musician!

I've heard from so many of you that are just like me, who love music!
Your response has truly touched my heart - Thank you
I'd love to hear your music stories...please share in a comment.

Come January 3, 2020, you can add "Music from the Heart" (151674) to your shopping card (part of the upcoming Jan-June 2020 Mini Catalog). Band Geeks unite!!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Christmastime is Here Suite - while supplies last

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Everything is Rosy Product Medley - 15% Off

If you missed out on the Everything Is Rosy Product Medley [150059] the first time around, you're in luck. Stampin' Up! just added it to the Clearance Rack at 15% off ($80, now only $68)!

You'll find Everything is Rosy inspiration here:

November FREE Tutorial PDF: Holiday Suites Sampler

FREE Holiday Suites Sampler Project Tutorial PDF - October 2019

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Paper Pumpkin - subscribe by December 10th

December’s kit features:

12 full-sized cards, 4 each of 3 designs.
This kit includes a super-versatile stamp set complete with 13 sentiments that can be used for occasions ranging from wedding, to get well, birthdays, and more!
Coordinating colors: Crushed Curry, Grapefruit Grove, Old Olive, Shaded Spruce, Terracotta Tile
Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.

Subscribe at http://bit.ly/DOstampingPaperPumpkin by December 10 to get in on the fun.

When you subscribe with me, Dawn Olchefske, you'll qualify for a FREE BONUS each month. The bonus is a Tutorial PDF filled with 8 or more alternate ideas for additional projects you can make with each month's kit (includes photos & instructions) - making your kit go a lot further! This is an exclusive offer for my Paper Pumpkin subscribers.

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Posted at 03:00 PM in #simplestamping, 2020 MIni Catalog, Achievements, Birthday, Card Making, Love, Million Dollar Sales Milestone, Music from the Heart, Punch Art, Punches, Seasonal Samplers, Thank You, Thinking of You, Valentine's | Permalink | Comments (56)

Tips for Floral Essence & Perennial Flower Punch

September 21, 2019

You can't go wrong with Stampin' Up!'s Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper. It features hand-painted impressionistic imagery in rich colors and you'll feel like an artist when you use it.

Even better...it's part of the BUY 3, GET 1 FREE Designer Series Paper Sale going on right now (ends 9/30)!

149100 Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper

Coordinating colors: Balmy Blue, Blackberry Bliss, Blueberry Bushel, Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Flirty Flamingo, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Petal Pink, So Saffron, Whisper White

Combine this beautiful paper with gorgeous layered flowers using the Perennial Flower Punch. NOTE: punched image is approximately 1-1/2” (see flower tips below)

How'd She DO That? Perennial Flower Punch card

Bundle: Floral Essence Bundle (includes Perennial Flower Punch)
Paper:
- Pretty Peacock (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" card base)
- Pool Party (scrap for 1-1/2" x 2-7/8" Stitched Nested Label Die)
- Purple Posy (scraps for flowers)
- Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper (4" x 4-1/4")
Ink: Purple Posy, Pretty Peacock
Other: Stitched Nested Labels Dies, Perennial Flower Punch, Perennial Essence Floral Centers, Pretty Peacock 1/2" Scalloped Linen Ribbon, SNAIL, Glue Dots, Stampin' Dimensionals

DOstamping TIPS:

If you're looking for "fuller-looking" Perennial Flowers:
- Cut part way into the petals of one flower (as outlined in photo above), then "weave" it into the second flower.
For unique textured leaves:
- Fold 2" of Pretty Peacock 1/2" Scalloped Linen Ribbon in half (secure with a glue dot), then adhere to back of flower with glue dots
Adhere flowers to card with Stampin' Dimensionals.
Don't forget to finish off with Perennial Essence Floral Centers (they're awesome!)

BUY 3, GET 1 FREE Designer Series Paper Sale, be sure to add the Floral Essence Bundle to your shopping bag for even more savings!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Paper Pumpkin - Coming in October/November

Paper Pumpkin wants to help you share love and joy this Christmas with a duo of delightful, special-edition kits during October & November. Put them together and you have everything you need for a heartwarming, handmade, and coordinated Christmas.

October’s kit includes 10 traditional cards
- holiday card size: 4 1/4" x 5-1/2"
November’s kit features 24 can’t- miss tags.
- holiday-themed gift tags of 4 various sizes and designs.
Coordinating colors: Early Espresso, Pool Party, Poppy Parade, and Shaded Spruce
Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
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DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #307: Punches are a Stampers Best Friend!

December 12, 2018

It's time for another DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge. This week we're having a "Product Spotlight" challenge.

That's right, punches ARE a stampers best friend. Why...because with a quick stamp and punch, you've got an easy-to-make embellishment for your cards.

Stampin' Up! has a large offering of punches. I chose the Christmas Bulb Builder Punch, and the coordinating Making Christmas Bright stamp set (bundle % save 10%). It was an easy choice, as it was another card I offered at my Christmas Stamp-a-Stack class. The ladies found it a little fussy at first, but when their card all came together, I heard a lot of, "oh, that was worth it"!

How'd She DO That? Christmas Bulb card:

Stamps: Making Christmas Bright
Paper:
- Paper Parade (11" x 4-1/4" card base)
- Color (2 of 4" x 5-1/4", scraps for punching)
- Galvanized Metallic Paper (scraps for punching)
Ink: Poppy Parade, Lemon Lime Twist, Coral Calypso, Call Me Clover, Granite Gray
Other: Stamparatus, Christmas Bulb Builder Punch, All is Bright Paper Clips, Silver Bakers Twine, Clear Wink of Stella, Glue Dots & Stampin' Dimensionals
Shopping Links: See below for a full supply list with links to shop online

Dawn's Tips:

For the best stamping impression...be sure to clean the "bulb" stamps before stamping. This will remove any manufacturing film.
Use the Stamparatus to stamp the greeting and string of lights - makes for quick and perfect stamping alignment!
Though you can't see it in the photo, Wink of Stella was added to the word "shine".

The Making Christmas Bright Bundle is another 10% off bundle that will be retiring soon. Add it to your shopping bag today!

149947 Making Christmas Bright Bundle - bundle 10% off retiring
148046 Making Christmas Bright Stamp Set
148013 Christmas Bulb Builder Punch

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Making Christmas Bright Photopolymer Bundle [149947] Bundle 10% off Retiring	Making Christmas Bright Photopolymer Stamp Set [148046]	Christmas Bulb Builder Punch [148013]	Poppy Parade 8-1/2" x 11"" Card Stock" [119793]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]
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Year-End Closeout Sale

The Year-End Closeout Sale is your opportunity to take advantage of special year-end deals on retiring Holiday Catalog and a few surplus items. Some items are last-chance and limited-inventory, some are discounted. So be sure to place your orders sooner than later, as they are only available while supplies last

(NOTE: ALL bundles will be retiring. However, some of the stamps & coordinating dies/punch will return, but just not with a bundle price - so save 10% now!)

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NEW - Craft & Carry Stamparatus Bag

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A tool as beloved and important as the Stamparatus deserves its own special treatment. And what better way to treat your most versatile stamping companion than by giving it its own special carrying and storage solution. Introducing the Craft & Carry Stamparatus Bag!

Two options available include:

CRAFT & CARRY STAMPARATUS BAG
- Item #: 149695
- Price: $29.00
- Specially designed just for the Stamparatus, this carrying bag is a stamper’s dream. It’s sized perfectly to fit the Stamparatus tool.
- If you already have the Stamparatus, then the bag is perfect for you!

CRAFT & CARRY STAMPARATUS BAG AND TOOL PACK
- Item #: 151961
- Price: $78.00
- Both absolute must-haves, we’re making buying the Stamparatus® tool and the bag together a cinch by offering them as a pack!
- If you haven't purchased that Stamparatus yet, then the bag AND the tool is perfect for you!

You're gonna love the new Craft & Carry Stamparatus Bag. Just in time for Christmas!

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Posted at 08:00 PM in 2018 Holiday Catalog, Bundles Save 10%, Card Making, Christmas, DOstamperSTARS, Home Sweet Home, Punch Art, Punches, Thursday Challenges | Permalink | Comments (2)

DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #254: Smitten Mitten Penguin Family!

October 25, 2017

It's time for another DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge. This week we're having a "Product Spotlight" challenge.

Today's challenge is any Stampin' Up! Holiday Product and I selected the Smitten Mitten Bundle. Specifically, the Many Mittens Framelits Dies.

Last month at the Creative Connections Event, we were fortunate to have Carrie Cudney from the Stampin' Up! home office shared a fun presentation using the Smitten Mitten Bundle. One of the most adorable projects she featured was a fun mini penguins punch art tag. I knew I wanted to give it a try. I put the small ones together and I guess I didn't realize how small they really were. I had something bigger in mind. So I started playing with the large mitten framelits and this is what I came up with...

Oh my gosh...isn't this SO cute? I was giddy with the results...it makes me smile! Let me take you through the steps.

Smitten Mitten Penguin Family Card - How To:

The above photo shows you what you'll need to assemble both a large and small penguin.

TIP: Adhere mittens together with "thumbs" facing out. Don't overlap completely - give a little extra space on the sides, so the white center doesn't cover all the black up (hope that makes sense?)
Colors = Basic Black, Whisper White, Pool Party, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red
Framelit/Punches = Many Mittens Framelits Dies, Cookie Cutter Builder Punch, Fox Builder Punch
Adhesives = Glue Dots, Snail, Liquid Multipurpose Glue
Additional Tips:
- Large Nose = cut from "bow tie"
- Large Feet = cut from "star" framelit shape

Tips for hats:

Small hats = trim off piece from small mitten (Pool Party, Real Red). Trim with Mini Tinsel Trim Combo Pack
Top hat = Basic Black 1-1/2" x 1" and cut out from Classic Label Punch
Large hat = trim off piece from large mitten (Pool Party). Trim with 1-5/8" x 1/4" - add texture used "embossing" die from Many Mittens Framelit set.

Outside of card:

Card base = 11" x 4-1/4 Soft Sky
Snowflakes = Smitten Mittens stamp set, stamp with Pool Party
Snow = 2-1/4" x 4-1/4" Whisper White (I did tear it, but after assembling the card - I see the "tearing" doesn't really show)
Greeting = Hearts Come Home stamp set, stamp with black ink

Inside of card:

1/2" x 4-1/4" strip of Basic Black
Stamp greeting (from Smitten Mitten) on scrap of white and cut with Everyday Label punch
Real Red heart is from Cookie Cutter Punch

So...what do you think of this Many Mittens Penguin Family card? I'm thinking these penguins would even be cute for Valentine's Day. I know I'm smitten!

If you like punch art, mittens &/or penguins, then the Smitten Mitten Bundle is for you (bundles save you 10% too). Be sure to add it to your shopping bag today!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Smitten Mittens Photopolymer Bundle [146070] NEW	Smitten Mittens Photopolymer Stamp Set [144931] NEW	Many Mittens Framelits Dies [144672] NEW	Hearts Come Home Wood-Mount Stamp Set [145413] NEW	Hearts Come Home Clear-Mount Stamp Set [145416] NEW
Mini Tinsel Trim Combo Pack [144636] NEW	Holly Berry Builder Punch [141843]	Fox Builder Punch [141470]	Cookie Cutter Builder Punch [140396]	Classic Label Punch [141491]
Everyday Label Punch [144668] NEW	Big Shot [143263]	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121045]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Pumpkin Pie 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [105117]
Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100702]	Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [102482]	Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [122924]	Soft Sky Classic Stampin' Pad [131181]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad [126982]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]	Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker [100082]	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

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144672 Many Mittens Framelits Dies (2017 Holiday Catalog)
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Designer Series Paper Sale – Buy 3, Get 1 Free

October 1-31
Buy 3 select Designer Series Papers and get a 4th one for FREE!
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FREE stamp set with Merry Patterns Promotion

Ends: October 31st
The Merry Patterns Stamp Set is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after October 31
Free with qualifying $300 order (before shipping and handling)
The Merry Patterns Stamp Set is in addition to Stampin’ Rewards - yay!!!
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October Paper Pumpkin: Pining For Plaid & alternate ideas (think snowman!)

October 23, 2017

Have you seen the Pining For Plaid October Paper Pumpkin Kit?

I've been hearing from a lot of delighted Paper Pumpkin subscribers about this month's fabulous shaker card kit!

Paper Pumpkin October kit/Refill update

Stampin' Up! is not offering a "refill" option this month. Instead...they have decided, due to the popularity of the Pining For Plaid Kit, they are only offering FULL kits beginning Monday, October 23, while supplies last (that's today!) You'll still need to be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase the kit.

Subscribe today and purchase the Pining For Plaid Kit today. Then you'll be all set for the coordinating November kit that begins shipping around Nov 13th.

146380 Pining for Plaid Paper Pumpkin KIT (to be available after 2pm MT 10/23)

Contains supplies for 10 shaker cards and 10 envelopes:

7 piece stamp set
Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Spot
10 printed card bases
10 printed envelopes
1 sheet white die-cut banners
1 sheet gold foil banners
10 embossed card fronts
10 printed background pieces
10 acetate sheets (2 sizes)
1200 sequins
150 adhesive dots
5 dimensional circles with dimensional strips

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Basic Black, Old Olive, Pool Party

WATCH VIDEO: Pining for Plaid kit in action...

If you're looking for other ways to use the Pining For Plaid kit, I have a couple of cards to share with you today - see below!

Pining For Plaid Alternate Card Ideas

If you've already started to play with your kit, you've probably found that you'll have lots of white circles leftover (from the shaker windows). I knew I had to put them to use and here's what I came up with using the smaller of the two circles...

Snowman Note Card

Stamp snowflakes using Pool Party ink on Pool Party cardstock (3-3/8" x 4-7/8")
Build snowman:
- Head = trim off bottom of one of the circles (cut off at the last "texture line" )
- Scarf = trim sides off an envelop and cut a 2-3/4" x 1/2" from the pattern paper
- Holly = use Holly Builder Punch (Old Olive & Cherry Cobbler scraps), assemble with glue dots
- Eyes = use Cookie Cutter Punch (Basic Black) - adhere with glue dots
- Nose = Pumpkin Pie scraps (hand cut)
- Adhere pieces together and then to stamped panel
Stamp greeting with black ink
Adhere completed panel to Note Card (& Envelopes)

As you probably know by now, this 9-square quilt is one of my go-to layouts with pattern paper. I never tire of this look. And with a little stamping, I created a little custom pattern paper of my own!

Seasons Greetings Quilt Card

Cut five 1" squares of the paper paper (from an envelope). Stamp snowflakes with black ink on 1" strip (and at least 4" long) of Old Olive cardstock, then cut into four 1" squares .
Adhere all nine squares to 3-1/4" square of Whisper White, then to 3-1/2" square of Old Olive The adhere to folded 11" x 4-1/4" Basic Black card base.
Ink up only the word "greetings" with black ink and stamp on scrap of Whisper White. Clean stamp and ink up only "season's" and stamp above previous image. Cut with 1-3/8" Circle Punch. Adhere to 1-1/2" Basic Black Circle.
Use Old Olive and Cherry Cobbler scraps and Holly Berry Builder Punch. Adhere holly/berries with glue dots. Then adhere completed greeting circle to card with Stampin' Dimensionals
Tie Basic Black Baker's Twine in a bow and adhere with glue dot

Be sure to stop by tomorrow for more Pining for Plaid alternate ideas. I think you're gonna like them!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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DOstamping Supplies (click on products to shop online)

Cookie Cutter Builder Punch [140396]	Holly Berry Builder Punch [141843]	1-3/8" Circle Punch [119860]	1-1/2" Circle Punch [138299]
Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [122924]	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121045]	Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100702]	Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [119685]
Pumpkin Pie 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [105117]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	Basic Black Baker's Twine [134576]

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Swap Share Saturday: 25 Spooky Night Suite Samples

October 07, 2017

For the last day of my Spooky Night Suite Week, I've got 25 samples to share with you.

With tattooed cats, witches' hats, growling owls, bubbly potions, rats and more, you'll feel like you're walking through a haunted house. These spooky-licious Halloween projects come from various swap groups (AB Alumni & DOstamperSTARS), as well as display boards at the Creative Connections event last month.

Take a stroll, if you dare (insert creepy laugh!)

This was one of the popular cards at my last Stamp-a-Stack class. For instructions, click here.

How fun was that, fun? Lots of Halloween inspiration!

For more Halloween inspiration...

Missed my Spooky Night Suite Week? Then start here to see it all.
Visit my Spooky Night Suite Pinterest Board

See below for all kinds of Stampin' Up! products to fill your Halloween needs.

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Spooky Night Suite Products (click on products to shop online)

Spooky Cat Photoplymer Bundle [146014] NEW	Spooky Cat Photopolymer Stamp Set [144749] NEW	Cat Punch [144666] NEW (back in stock 10/9)	Spooky Night Designer Series Paper [144610] NEW	Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [101650]
Pumpkin Pie 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [105117]	Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [126945]	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121045]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	Festive Phrases Wood-Mount Stamp Set [144957] NEW
Festive Phrases Clear-Mount Stamp Set [144960] NEW	The Little Things Wood-Mount Stamp Set [144951] NEW	The Little Things Clear-Mount Stamp Set [144954] NEW	Labels To Love Wood-Mount Stamp Set [144970] NEW	Labels To Love Clear-Mount Stamp Set [144967] NEW
Everyday Label Punch [144668] NEW	Classic Label Punch [141491]	Seasonal Layers Thinlits Dies [143751]	Patterned Pumpkins Thinlits Dies [144670] NEW	Black Rhinestone Jewels [144639]
Vintage Crochet Trim [144611] NEW	Pumpkin Pie 1/4" Stitched-Edge Ribbon [144122]	Basic Black 3/8" Shimmer Ribbon [144129]	Basic Black Baker's Twine [134576]	Basic Black Solid Baker's Twine [141682]
Treat Tubes [144612] NEW	Gusseted Cellophane Bags [141704]	2" X 8" (5.1 X 20.3 Cm) Cellophane Bags [141703]	Clear Tiny Treat Boxes [141699]	Mini Pizza Boxes [144645] NEW

Designer Series Paper Sale – Buy 3, Get 1 Free

October 1-31
Buy 3 select Designer Series Papers and get a 4th one for FREE!
Print: Buy 3, Get 1 Free Flyer
Shop & Save on DSP here

Celebrate World Card Making Day - end Tuesday!

October 1 – 10, 2017
Save 15% off select stamp sets (many of which coordinate with the Designer Series Paper sale above)
Note Card & Envelope (my personal favorites - I'll be stocking up!)
Print: World Card Making Day Sale Flyer
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FREE stamp set with Merry Patterns Promotion

Ends: October 31st
The Merry Patterns Stamp Set is exclusive to the host promotion and will not be available after October 31
Free with qualifying $300 order (before shipping and handling)
The Merry Patterns Stamp Set is in addition to Stampin’ Rewards - yay!!!
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STARS Friday Feature: 11 Fabulous Projects!

August 25, 2017

Today I'm featuring some fabulous projects created by my DOstamperSTARS Team! If they have a blog, I've included the link to their project (just click on their name below their project).

Bernadette Baio

see on Cathy Peck's blog

Mackenzie Fuchs

Kay Ahlberg

see on Dawn Thomas' blog

see on Robyn Rasset's blog

Bernadette Baio

Connie Plaumann

Mackenzie Fuchs

Kay Ahlberg

see on Robyn Rasset's blog

Great projects...right? We have such fabulous talent in our DOstamperSTARS family! I love sharing them with you!

Enjoy~Dawn O

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How to: Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons - ends 8/31
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Dawn's Product Shares - Holiday Product Share now available!

Stamping Supplies (click on products to shop online)

Birthday Blossoms Wood-Mount Stamp Set [139167]	Birthday Blossoms Clear-Mount Stamp Set [139471]	Remarkable You Wood-Mount Stamp Set [139891]	Remarkable You Clear-Mount Stamp Set [139894]	Rose Wonder Photopolymer Stamp Set [140697]
Flourishing Phrases Wood-Mount Stamp Set [141531]	Flourishing Phrases Clear-Mount Stamp Set [141534]	Wood Words Wood-Mount Stamp Set [143925]	Wood Words Clear-Mount Stamp Set [143928]	Daisy Delight Photopolymer Bundle [145361]
Carols Of Christmas Clear-Mount Bundle [146037]	Carols Of Christmas Wood-Mount Bundle [146036]	Pretty Label Punch [143715]	Birthday Friends Framelits Dies [143658]	Happy Birthday Thinlits Die [143700]
Rose Garden Thinlits Dies [140619]	Lots Of Labels Framelits Dies [138281]	Pinewood Planks Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [143708]	Big Shot [143263]

How to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupon Codes?

If you're redeeming your coupon codes with an online order, see these instructions
There is no limit on the number of coupons you can use on an order during redemption.
Bonus Days coupon codes can be redeemed for any product, excluding Starter Kits and Paper Pumpkin subscriptions. New prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes can be discounted with Bonus Days coupons.
Coupon codes are not case-sensitive. However the codes include a dash and you will need to include the dash in the code for them to work.
Coupon codes expire August 31st. I recommend using them right away, so you don't forget!

You can redeem your Bonus Days Coupon(s) on any Stampin' Up! product. However, if you're looking for something new, then check out

the new Carols of Christmas Bundle - (Carols of Christmas stamp set and coordinating Card Front Builder Thinlits Dies)
it's a special-offer early-release from the upcoming 2017 Holiday Catalog.

Carols of Christmas products (click on item #'s below to shop online):

Carols of Christmas Bundle (146036w or 146037c) - includes stamp set and thinlits dies (save 10%)
Carols of Christmas Stamp Set only (144801w or 144804c)
Card Front Builder Thinlits Dies only (144674) - see measurements

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For who: new month-to-month subscribers qualify for the 50% discount.
How to participate: new subscribers must join by Monday, September 10, 2017 at 11:50 PM (MT).
Discount: 50% discount only applies to the new subscriber’s first kit. After that, the price for each month’s kit will return to the regular price of $19.95
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DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge #233: Summer Cool Treats Punch Art!

May 31, 2017

It's time for another DOstamperSTARS Thursday Challenge. This week we're having a "Home Sweet Home" challenge.

Summer is not quite here, but today's photo inspiration reminds me of hot summer days! Another thing that reminds me of hot summer days is, the 4th of July. You'll be surprised to see how the popsicles were created. Check it out...

Summer Cool Treats card

Tear a 3-5/8" wide piece of Whisper White cardstock to approximately 3" tall.
Create Tempting Turquoise & Real Red "popsicles" with the new Pretty Label Punch. Trim off the top and bottom edges to create the icicle, then cut off the bottom of the icicle to whatever length you want. Use the Classic Label Punch to create Crumb Cake "sticks". Round off one of the edges. Adhere to underside of icicles.
Lay the popsicles on the torn white piece for placement of the words. Stamp "You're" (Cool Treat stamp set) with Night of Navy ink. Using the Labeler Alphabet stamp set, stamp "the" with Night of Navy ink, "bomb" with Real Red ink, and stars with Tempting Turquoise ink.
Adhere to 3-5/8" x 4-7/8" piece of Night of Navy, then to 3-7/8" x 5" piece of Silver Foil, then to folded 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" card base.
Adhere popsicles to card - for the top one use Stampin' Dimensionals.

Another thing that reminds me of hot summer days is...the 4th of July. Though, this Summer Cool Treats card would also be a fun summer birthday card! Be sure to add the new Pretty Label Punch to your shopping list for June 1st (noon MT).

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Dawn's Stamping Supplies (click on products to shop online)

Cool Treats Photopolymer Stamp Set [142982]	Labeler Alphabet Photopolymer Stamp Set [141936]	Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100867]	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [126970]	Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [102482]
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [126949]	Tempting Turquoise 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [102067]	Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin' Pad [126952]	Silver Foil Sheets [132178]	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Pretty Label Punch [143715] NEW coming June 1	Classic Label Punch [141491]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

Dawn's Product Shares

2017-2018 Annual Catalog (AC) I Want It ALL Share: $ 128.50 (+$6.95 priority shipping) includes:

NEW Designer & Specialty Papers Share - 112 sheets (see details below)
NEW Ribbon & Trim Share - 95 yards (see details below)
NEW Accessories/Embellishments - 55 pieces
5/31 Early Bird BONUS - New In Color Embellishments!!
- If you reserve and pay for your "I Want It All" Share by May 31st, 2017 I will include a 30-piece In Color Embellishment BONUS!
  - (25) 2016-2018 In Color Glitter Acrylic Shapes
  - (5) 2017-2019 In Color Bitty Bows

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