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Let's Kit Together - Christmas Ornaments Kit from Stampin' Up!

  Let's Kit Together - Christmas Ornaments Kit from Stampin' Up! Item 164378 in US. OHMYGOSH!!! NOTE: You need a hot glue gun. And really no other tools. A scissor to open your kit. Rest is included. Don't be surprised by the hot glue like I was whilst filming!!! This great fantastic adorable kit that makes 9 ornaments, 3 each of 3 styles. YOU HAVE TO GET IT!!! I finished my kit as soon as I finished filming. Ideas for kit - you can put a school picture or other on the back. Use it as a TO From tag for presents. Turn it into a tablescape for your holiday table. You could break it apart and make it into cards. Place settings, as a keepsake. Tree ornaments. Hang it from the wall in a tree shape - 4 on bottom, 3 in a row, 2 in a row, add a bow for the top! I keep thinking of different ways to use this great kit. I might have to get another one while they are still available. Thanks for stopping by today! Go order that kit now!  SHOP NOW

New Page for You

 I added a new page to my website, Products I Love.  Currently it lists storage products that I love, which can also be found under the Tool Box tab under Craft Room Organization. But rather than you having to paw through 46 pages of information, I posted a few key non-Stampin' Up! products that I use.  As I think of other products I love that are not storage related, I will pop them up on the Products I Love page.  I hope you find this information helpful to you.  Be well. Be organized! ha ha 

Let's Kit Together with the Christmas Wishes card kit from Stampin' Up!

  The Christmas Wishes Card Kit from Stampin' Up!  Normally I hold a Let's Kit Together live on Facebook so we can put them together at the same time, or you can watch later. But I have been having a lot of sound issues with the Facebook recordings so I am unsure of how to proceed. In any case my goal is to always post the videos on YouTube for you to find. It is just videos there so it makes it easy to find what you are looking for, and not have to sift through all the other stuff I post daily.  Creates 4 each of 2 styles of Christmas Cards, and envelopes. The envelopes are gold and gorgeous.  Put your kit together as directed or go your own way.  Do not own the Christmas Wishes card kit and wish to purchase it (see what I did there?)  PURCHASE KIT HERE Thanks for watching today! I appreciate you!

New Kit from Stampin' Up! - The Card Keeper Kit

  The all new Card Keeper Kit from Stampin' Up!  Item 164377 in US This great kit has it all - 10 cards and envelopes for most occasions, and a very sturdy box with six occasion dividers to store them in and more.  My kit is already in a common area of the house where I am adding more cards! I need to stick some stamps in there.  Purchase the Card Keeper Kit  Thanks for stopping by today! I appreciate you.

Inspiring Color Combinations

 Ignore the sale picture, well maybe not, they are on sale in October 2024.  During my Let's Kit Togethers, whether they are live or pre-recorded, I am finding amazing color combinations that are very inspiring pulled right from the Stampin' Up! kits. I pulled together a list of colors in all the current kits.  Just reach for this when you are stuck for colors or feeling uninspired.  Color Combinations pulled right from our kits. You can always find this document under ToolBox Tab.

Happening Now - 15% Stamp Sale!!! Ends October 9, 2024

  Find yourself staring at multiple stamp sets and can’t decide which one to get? Well, we’ve got news for you! From October 7–9, you can get those sets you’ve been wanting at a 15% discount. Act fast—this stamp-tacular sale only lasts for 3 days! October 7-9, 2024 This stamp sale only happens once a year! The sale will run for three days. The 15% off discount will apply to all stamp sets (photopolymer and cling) from the 2024–2025 Annual Catalog. Bundles are not included in this sale. Stamp sets are available while supplies last. SHOP IMMEDIATELY (HA HA)

We Aren't Kitting Around with this Sale!!!

  Save up to 30% off on all your favorite kits October 1–31! Our kits come with everything you need to create a unique paper craft. We have crafting options for card kits, treat packaging, home decor, and so much more! Start shopping today, as kits are only available while supplies last. Details: ALL kits from our collection qualify for the discount.  All order types qualify for this sale. There is no limit on how many kits you can order, as long as product is available.  Orders must be opened and placed during the promotion dates. Orders opened before October 1 will not qualify for the sale.  Kits on sale will NOT qualify for the Stampin’ Rewards 50% off.  Kits can be added to a Starter Kit at their discounted rate.  Coupon codes can also be used with discounted kits. Kits Are for Everyone:  We have a wide range of kits, including card making, home decor, treat packaging, and more! You can find something for all ages, styles, tastes, skill levels and ...

Great Way to Save Money on Products You Already Love - Join My Team

  For the month of October 2024 only, Stampin' Up! is offering you an additional $30 in your starter kit with us. That means you get a grand total of $56 in extra goodies of your choosing in your starter kit at a base price of $99 (plus your local tax rate, no shipping!). You can mix and match any items you want to include in your kit.  $99 is still the best "coupon" in the catalog! You already love the products, why not keep saving 20% off those products.  Ends October 31st.  Do you have any questions? Email me today. Are you ready to join? You will need a list of products totaling not more than $155, your SSN and a credit card to get going. No obligation to stick around, but I would be sad to see you go. JOIN MY TEAM!

Make Your Own Christmas Tree from an Old Catalog!

 Learn how to make a Christmas tree from an old Stampin' Up! or department store catalog! What a fun decoration for the holidays, or any time of year. Enjoy!

City Sights All-Inclusive Card Kit from Stampin' Up!

The City Sights all-inclusive card kit from Stampin' Up! has just the prettiest color combination.  Kit makes 4 each of 2 styles of cards, includes a stamp set, stamp block, ink spot and all the supplies to make these easy to make cards.  Item 163885 in US. PURCHASE   Thanks for stopping by and watching the video. I have more videos over on my YouTube channel.   You can also find the link under my SOCIALS tab. 

NEW - Studio Organization That I Use!

  This photo was taking a while ago, and there have been some changes since it was photographed. Essentially the same idea remains. The cat still rests on my table a lot of the time, and so on.  An accountability, business building group I am a member of, had a challenge this past summer, summer of 2024, to get our creative spaces organized. Mine is "organized", for the most part, but I have a few areas that needed addressing. And I note that in a document I am sharing with you. I am still purging and rearranging. I feel that is a constant with crafters, as what we use, what we need, and as new products become available, that will always be changing.  My best advice is figure out a framework of organization. I love my Ikea Kallax units. Very much so because they are uniform storage and it is easy to find inserts for them. Stamp N Storage, a Hutchinson Minnesota company, makes wood inserts for them, for crafting, but I can think beyond that. They just make good organizatio...

Hello Hollyhock's Card Kit from Stampin' Up!

Well that was supposed to embed a video. Hmm... If you are not familiar with my YouTube Channel - Needs A Ribbon, I have over 400 videos, which are a great resource for you.  Here is a recent card kit I did for my Let's Kit Together. We usually meet Thursdays at 6:00 pm CST on Facebook live or later and put our kits together.  Truth be told I have been having a lot of problems recently with the sound from the Facebook videos when I process them. Until I figure out a fix for that, I will be pre-recording some of my Let's Kit Togethers, not live or together. It is the only way I can continue to offer this as a resource to you.  Here is a link to my EVENTS calendar!

How To Take Great Photos!

  If you are here, following me, you are some type of paper crafter, cardmaker or scrapbooker.   Maybe you would like to learn how to take better photos to share them on social media, or to post somewhere to sell them, or maybe just to share your creations with friends.  Recently I created this great document on the major points on how to compose a good product photo, going into greater depth. Initially it was for a business accountability group. But I thought, why not share it with you also!  So you can find a link to the PDF below and also under my TOOLBOX tab. I normally dumb documents under the CATALOGS tab as that seems to be most of what I am sharing these days.  I hope you will find this useful. Email me if you have any questions. At this point I do not plan to film any videos on this. We shall see if I do in the future.  How to Take Great Photos!

In Color Club for 2024-2026 Stampin' Up! InColors

JOIN THE CLUB!!! Be a COOL KID $75 Monthly in the US (only)  SIGN UP TODAY! Download the PDF Club Flyer Details: I am offering an easy way for you to purchase all the coordinating products for the five new In Colors (Pretty in Pink, Peach Pie, Shy Shamrock, Summer Splash, Petunia Pop) and receive a gift at the end of the five months from me!    At the end of five months you will receive the Unbound Beauty DSP 163372 (contains all 5 In Colors plus Berry Burst) and Full Flowering Ephemera Pack 163762 as a gift from me!   Over the course of the five-month club you will receive the Stampin’ Write marker, DSP patterned paper, ribbon, cardstock, ink pad, ink refill, the Stampin’ Blends duo and more, total of 10 items plus 2 FREE monthly. Price $75 a month. This offer is open to Demonstrators too.  $75 per Month  includes tax & shipping    o     One In Color (you will be notified via email which color to expect each month) o  ...

Newsletter Sign Up

SIGN UP Did you know I offer a weekly newsletter. Weekly, you say? Yes! Because when you subscribe and are one of my VIP people you get a weekly gift right in your in box. I will just leave that right here, and not say anymore.  Another reason to sign up is to stay on top of any just announced specials, sales, and more.  It is another way to keep track of events I offer, like my Happy Hour or Let's Kit Together. You can also visit the EVENTS tab here.  I promise to hold your email address secure and not fill your inbox with junk or cat videos! Ha ha Promise you will sign up today?   SIGN UP for NEWSLETTER!

Stampin' Up! Now Offers a Fun Way to Scrapbook Your Memories

  With the recent merge of CTMH Close to My Heart into Stampin' Up! We have an expanded line of Stampin' Up! products to aid you in preserving your family memories, or Scrapbooking!!! We have themed products that offer "workshop" method to create 6 page layouts for Halloween, Fall or Autumn, Christmas and Winter! You can also purchase those products separately. The Workshop walks you through step by step on how to create your layouts and trim your photos. So easy!  We also offer several carryover products from CTMH Close to My Heart, from drop in page protectors, to albums, scrapbooking papers with a white core, and so much more.  Download the supplemental digital brochure or just skip right to SHOP NOW below. BROCHURE SHOP CTMH NOW  SHOP SCRAPBOOKING with me

World Cardmaking Day 2024!!!

  Saturday, October 5, 2024 NOTE: I am still working on the details of  how we might be able to gather  together. Please email me if you do register for the event . I have a gift for you from me!!! I have added to pop up live events, Craft Along with  Me, for the day. Project details below. Be sure to join me. We will have fun and should last no more than 20 minutes each! _____________________________________________________ STAMPIN' UP!EVENT DETAILS AT A GLANCE Who : Everyone is invited! 
When: October 5, 2024, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. (MT) 
 Where: Online
 Price of Event: Free
Registration  Dates: September 3–October 4, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. (MT) to register You must register for this event in order to receive a link to view it. Also, those who register will receive a gift after the event ends. So even if you’re gathering a group of people to craft together during the event, invite them to register so they don’t miss out on the event link and a special registrat...

Let's Kit Together on Thursdays

 Thursdays, 2-3 Thursdays a month we are putting our kits together during my Let's Kit Together on Facebook.  We meet at 6 pm CT Thursdays on Facebook Join me Live or Later on Facebook. And eventually I upload the video to YouTube for you to watch later. I find it easier to search for the videos on YouTube. I am sure you would agree! Dates announced on Facebook and Instagram  or newsletter . And I try to post them on my weekly newsletter.  Be sure to follow me on Social Media to get the announced dates.  Sandy

Mystery Boxes

 During the Summer 2024, started a Mystery Box program.  $100 Order you will automatically be mailed a surprise mystery box with about $150 worth of just retired products. Pictured is just a sample of what is included.  I am trying this in lieu of some of my garage sale items. As many of you do not live local, and are unable to shop at the garage sale I have in New Hope MN twice a year.  So I put together a certain number of items in Priority Mail boxes, ready to ship as soon as I receive your $100 or more order.  I still have a few boxes left.  Depending on response to this, I may continue it next spring (May 2025). It will be evaluated at that time.  Sandy

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 4TH

 Available September 4, 2024 for shopping!  Make sure you are on my mailing list to get a paper catalog.  For only the second time ever I forgot to mail out my catalogs through Stampin' Up! I am working on getting out the paper catalogs who I have heard from by email.

Happy Hour with Sandy

TUESDAYS 7:30-9 PM ZOOM  Beginning September 2024 I will be offering a Happy Hour with me. It will be hosting on Zoom. Days of the Happy Hour will be posted on my Social Media (Facebook and Instagram) and sent via my newsletter only. If you wish to join us, you will need to be following me or be receiving my newsletter.  During Happy Hour we will make a project ranging from a technique to a one sheet wonder to a variety of things. You will be mailed the supply list ahead. As far ahead as I can offer you, once you sign up.  Again, this is a zoom event. You will use your supplies for this class. You are free to just work on your own projects too.  Next Happy Hour is Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 7:30-9:00 pm CST Tuesday, October 1, 2024, 7:30-9:00 pm CST Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 7:30-9:00 pm CST Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 7:30-9:00 pm CST December... Sign up for my newsletter today. 

KITS Collection

 Stampin' Up! is expanding their kits offering.  Going forward we will offer 2 new kits per month, that are not tied to a catalog. The kits will range from card kits, to craft kits to tree ornaments, Halloween Houses, kits for kids and beyond.  This is in addition to our very fine Paper Pumpkin monthly subscription box service. And do not forget that on most Thursdays I offer an online Let's Kit Together. We meet on Facebook at 6 pm CT 2-3 Thursdays a month. Be sure to check that out. Link to Facebook here  to see which Thursdays are scheduled. If I am busy it will be offered earlier in the week on Tuesdays.  During a Let's Kit Together, or I call it LKT we put together our Paper Pumpkin kits, our Stampin' Up! kits or you are free to work on your own crafting item. It is a chance to gather together and share crafting time.  Be sure to check out our KITS COLLECTION here . 

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