Yes I know I have glitter on my face....

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TAX FREE Holiday!

Hi Stampers,

I wanted to let you all know about some great products from Stampin UP! that qualify under the Tax Free Holiday from the state of Florida - if you'd like to place an order and save yourself the sales tax on these items please feel free to email or call me.  

The state of Florida is having a sales tax holiday for school supplies up to $10.00 per item August 13 – 15. Because school supply items are included in this sales tax holiday, the below list of items will be tax free during the holiday period. Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in order to receive these items tax free. 

 The following items are tax-exempt during the Florida sales tax holiday:

Item #	Description	Price
100425	2-Way Glue Pen	$3.50
104332	SNAIL Adhesive	$6.95
104331	SNAIL Adhesive Refill	$4.50
100902	Dotto Refill	$6.50
104045	Anywhere Glue Stick	$3.95
104294	Sticky Strip	$6.95
104430	Stampin' Dimensionals	$3.95
103683	Mini Glue Dots	$4.95
103579	Paper Snips	$9.95
105021	White Uni-Ball Signo Gel Pen	$3.95
102845	Blender Pens	$9.95
Various	Stampin’ Write Markers (individual)	$3.50
105394	Basic Black Stampin’ Write Journaler	$3.50
110755	Multipurpose Liquid Glue	$3.95

 

2010 SU Convention Pre-Conv Events with Sherrill Graff

Stampin Up Convention 2010 - Late Night Stamper Pre-convention events Start July 19th 2010 in SLC

 

From the looks of these photos from previous years events you wont want to miss the big ol' party going down with Sherrill  Graff - I sure wish I was going to convention this year, but alas, a family vacation to the midwest to visit family was instead in my deck of lifes cards this year ---- I hate that I have to miss the fun - but if you are going be sure to check these out!  And lemme know how much fun you had :) 

Stamp something for me :)

 

Plan to attend Convention 2010 with us on July 21-24, 2010

OUR LNS events start on Monday July 19th and end on Saturday July 24th with Patsy's WOW event after convention is over.

You may still purchase the monday July 19th  stamp camp, one shoe box swap, and Tuesday July20th wow event all for $120 for all 3 of these events. 

Send your payment to istmpnv@aol.com using pay pal

or mail a check to 

Sherrill Graff 

605 Kendrick Place

Boulder City NV 89005

if you are sending a check e-mail me and let me know so I can hold your spot, They sell out fast.

Please Note: the Tuesday  July 20th Night Reunion Party is all sold out sorry

Monday July 19th will be a 8:30 AM stamp camp 

followed by a Monday 2 PM shoe box swap

then a Monday Night 7 PM Reunion Party 

all at the PLAZA

 

 

Tuesday July 20th will be a 8:30 AM stamp camp 

followed by a tuesday 2 PM shoe box swap

then the Tuesday Night 7 PM WOW event by Tami

all at the PLAZA

the Stamp Camp projects are the same on both days.

the WOW demonstrations are different on both days.

All events have prizes and give-a-ways.

If you still need to book your sleeping rooms you can save $30 a night off regular rates by staying in our group blocks in the Plaza, the Shilo, and the Radission in SLC temple square locations. Each hotel is right next to the Salt Palace convention center.

May God bless you and your family, 
Sherrill Graff istmpnv@aol.com

Card Caddie - Best Business Tool Ever

The other day while looking for a parking spot at the grocery store I found a car advertising their business on the back window - then in the corner there was this little case with the ladies business cards in it and I thought HOW CLEVER I wonder what that thing is.... so I did what any girl would do - I messaged my "go to" gal for anything Party Plan business related - THE PARTY PLAN COACH - and asked if she knew what it was - the answer was a resounding -  A CARD CADDIE!  

And great news... she's got a givewaway going on RIGHT NOW to win TWO of these awesome things --- check out the details : 

The Card Caddie is absolutely the best Marketing tool under $15! By adding aCard Caddie to your vehicle you can advertise your business wherever you are! Whether you are grocery shopping, going to a movie, or even going to a concert – your car is advertising for you, and even handing out your business cards!

The Card Caddie keeps your Business Cards clean and protected from sun and rain, giving you a terrific first impression – even when you aren’t around! You simply place your business card in the front display window, fill the inside with as many cards as it can hold, attach the Card Caddie to your vehicle, and voila! You are ready to start advertising anywhere you go!

Each Card Caddie comes with a Window Hanger to make it easy to remove or move from vehicle to vehicle if you have more than one family car. Or, you can attach the Card Caddie directly to your window with the industrial strength tape strip. Either way, your Card Caddie will be working – even when you are not.

Card Caddies come in seven different colors to match your theme. You can choose a color that will easily blend OR stand out on your car! Match your Party Plan Company’s colors, or match your car’s paint – it’s up to you! And at only $14.95, you can order extras and ask friends and family if they will put one in their vehicle windows to help you advertise all over town!

EZ Display Test Run

Recently I was given the opportunity to "test drive" a new product.   My friend Lynsey at the Party Plan Divas   was contacted to do a review on this great product called the EZ Display -  Lynsey asked if I'd be interested in having her come over with this great tool, have me set up a display and allow her to take a few photos to be used in her review.    I had a GREAT time catching up for a few moments with her, but was IMMEDIATELY stopped in my tracks when I felt how LIGHT this product was and how quick and easy we got it all set up!  No directions needed I just jumped right in and got it popped up!   

According to the specs this product weighs in at a MEASLY 5 lbs (or less :) ) and folds up similar to an artists portfolio bag - an integrated handle and sturdy locking knobs make for an easy setup and takedown as well as transport.   The EZ Display is made of lightweight and durable Coroplast material (like realtor or political signs).    

Currently it's only produced in white, but I did give a suggestion of it being offered in a slate gray or even black in the future which I think would prove IMMENSELY useful for those of us in the papercrafting world to set off our projects.  There is plenty of open space to add your company stickers or other "decor" to compliment your product display.  The entire base of the EZDisplay is all in one piece – the shelves simply fold down and stick into little holes that securely lock into place to hold even heavy candles or children’s toys.  Then the top just sits easily on top to add even more space to display your goodies.

The best part is the value of this product!   Currently the "expo" model of the EZDisplay is being sold for a pocket pleasing $73!   

So toss that heavy and cumbersome card table and head over to EZDisplay to make your purchase today!   

Or better yet - check out the Party Plan Divas site and get in on the GREAT giveaway there :)  Good luck - but not too much, because I sure am hoping I win :) 

 

Bargain Bin Blowout Sale!

That's right stampin friends!  Its a Bargain Bin Blowout!!!  I'm ready to BURN RUBBAH and send these packing right out to you!

Shipping is extra for out of town stampers, local pickup available too!

EXTRA SPECIAL OFFER!!!  Purchase $25.00 or more in Blowout Stamps and receive a SPECIAL FREE GIFT from me!!!! (You really wont' want to pass it up!)

Help me MOVE IT MOVE IT!!!!

$3.00 BONUS BARGAIN BIN

Sweet Talk

$5.00 Bargain Bin Stamp Sets

Sweet on You

Live Like You Mean It (new unmounted)

Little Layers PLus

Fun Filled

Gods Beauty

Big Blossom Background (new unmounted)

Sweet Thing

Sweet Little Sentiments (new unmounted)

Botanical Blossoms

Polkda Dot Punches (partially unmounted)

Birthday Whimsy

Flower Filled

$10 Bargain Bin Stamp Sets

Elementary Essentials (new unmounted)

Canvas Background

Year Round Fun II

Definately Decorative Bold Butterfly

Cause for Celebration (new unmounted)

Print Pattern Background

Occasions Collection

Event Full (new unmounted)

Sweet Shapes

A Little Something

$15 Bargain Bin Sets

Definately Decorative Island Blossoms

Big Flowers

Happy Heart Day

A Little Birdie Told Me

Spring Solitude w/wheel (new unmounted)

Everyday Flexible Phrases (partially unmounted)

Amazing to Zany (new unmounted)

Heartfelt Thanks

Mod Alphabet

It's Your Birthday

Echoes of Kindness (partially unmounted)

Dream A Little

Doodle This

Big Deal Alphabet

Well Worn Alphabet

I also have a pink Quikutz Hand tool for $20.00 - this is obviously non Stampin UP!  I do have original package, but the die set does NOT come with.  Just the tool, the cushion and the package.  It is in the rare PINK color.  In excellent condition.  I didn't use but a handful of times.

Come on down...................

TIFFANY MOYER!!!  You are the winner of the drawing for the BLOG CANDY!!!! 

Tiffanys comment was picked at Random using Random.org and here is what she had to say! 

I love your artwork. I am a non-demo and hope to win some blog candy. My favorite set is Herb Expressions.

Posted by: Tiffany Moyer | July 28, 2009 at 03:33 PM

Tiffany - be sure to send me an email using the "Email Me" link on the sidebar there and let me know your mailing address! 

If I do not hear from Tiffany by Sunday @ 10pm I will draw *using Random.org* a new winner of the blog candy!

Thank you everyone for your comments - and in case anyone was wondering...seems the most popular stamp set among the comments was actually a background stamp - MEDALLION - thanks ladies, that stamp just moved to the top of my "must purchase next" list!

I hope you all enjoyed the tour and had a great time at my castle.   If you haven't already please be sure to sign up for email updates of my blog or add my blog to your favorite Reader program.    If you don't already have a demonstrator you can also subscribe to my newsletter to be informed of specials and tips/techniques with Stampin UP! products. 

Check back soon for MORE BLOG CANDY!!!  I did a great purge in and have lots of great Stampin UP! goodies just calling your name!!!!! 

Until next time....
Elizabeth Sloman
Mamastamper

Welcome to the Blog Tour - Enjoy your stop!

If you are having trouble seeing the scroll bar to the right, place your cursor on the post and drag down like you are copying it. That will help you to move down the post.

Welcome to the Dusty Durango Path of the Royal Blog Tour. You are currently located at Stop Number 2.

Hi - welcome to my blog!  I'm so glad to be a stop on this great Blog Tour - I hope you enjoy what you've been seeing so far!  I'm so happy to feature the stamp set Party Hearty with you on this stop!

I love making birthday cards and since we just recently had a birthday in our house it was sooo fun to play with this stamp set for the blog tour.   My birthday girls favorite color is Pink so I started with that and then just let the creativity flow!

Card uses:  Cardstock- Regal Rose, Old Olive, Real Red, Whisper White; Ink-Old Olive, Real Red, Regal Rose; Accessories:  Modern Label Punch, Clips Assortment, Silver Brads

For my next work of heart I just HAD to use some glitter... I love love love Glitter in case you didnt know..... it's just such a great embellishment and is honestly pretty inexpensive!   Besides, who doesn't like something shiny in their life right?! 

I use Dazzling Diamonds glitter mixed in with Crystal Effects to "frost" my cupcakes on this one!  They look so YUMMY in person!  It's hard to tell in my photo (and I just couldn't get a good angle) but the cupcakes circles are raised up with Stampin Dimensionals too so they practically jump into your mouth!

Supplies used:  Cardstock: Regal Rose, Real Red, Old Olive, Summer Sun, Whisper White; Inks:  Summer Sun, Regal Rose, Olive Olive, Creamy Caramel; Accessories: Modern Label Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, Paper Piercer & Mat Set, Crystal Effects, Dazzling Diamonds, Stampin Dimensionals

Here is a close up of those yummy cupcakes and paper piercing....

And as a bonus - here is the PERFECT goody treat bag!  
This great treat bag uses our Sizzix Curly Label Movers & Shapers Die for the Big Shot

    I saw this treat bag shared by a fellow demonstrator and just HAD to use her idea to create a treat bag using Party Hearty (hers was made for wedding favors and was totally elegant looking)!  

Be sure to bookmark my blog site in your Favorites or sign up for notification to your inbox when something new is posted.  You can also sign up for my newsletter over there on the sidebar.   Please come back on July 29th for more details on these great projects!

BLOG CANY DETAILS: Like many of the blogs on this tour, I am offering BLOG CANDY.  For Stampin' Up! Customers, I am offering a free catalog, a FREE Stamp Set - Event Full, and a sampling of some Big Shot Die cuts!

For Stampin' Up! demonstrators, I am offering instructions for these projects, complete with supply list and cutting instructions.  These instructions are perfect for a Stamp Camp or Stamp Club.

To be entered into the drawing simply leave a comment with your FAVORITE Stampin UP! Stamp set and be sure to include your email address and if you are a demonstrator or customer.  A random winner will be chosen on or about July 29th by a Random Number Generator and announced on this blog.   I will also contact the winner via email so be sure to put your email in your comment! 

Once this path hath reached its end, thy royal coach will travel back to the Royal Blog Tour - Home Castle where more paths await thee!

I'm a Princess......

On the Royal Blog Tour that is ...

GO TO THE ROYAL BLOG TOUR HOME PAGE ON SUNDAY, JULY 26TH TO START THE ROYAL BLOG TOUR AND ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A BIG SHOT DIE CUT MACHINE!

The Royal Blog Tour is three days long, and you'll be happy it is! There are four tours - a total of 80 fabulous blogs!

But wait - there's more!

Blog Candy, Blog Candy, and more Blog Candy. Over 50% of the blogs on this tour are offering Blog Candy.

Check the Princess list on launch day. Every name with an asterisk next to it is offering

blog candy.

That's not all! The Royal Blog Tour Home Page is offering their own Blog Candy. And it is -- a Big Shot Die Cut Machine!!!! Honestly - you don't want to miss this tour!

This drawing is open to all countries represented by Princesses in this tour, including Canada and Australia!

Wedding Bells are ringing part three

As seen in previous postings I spent some time preparing gifts for two brides.  Here is my FAVORITE card from the gift sets I recently created.  

Isn't that dress lovely?    To create the dress I ran Cardstock Vellum through my Big Shot with the Manhattan Flower embossing folder.  Then I ran the embossed piece through the Big Shot with the Scallop Circle die.  Then I cut away part of it to give our bride a nice figure.  

I added a belt with Grosgrain Ribbon in Pretty in Pink, layered it onto a Chocolate Chip piece which I edged with the Eyelet Border punch and then mounted onto Pretty in Pink.  I then stamped "Thank You" and punched with the Scallop Oval punch and layers onto the Large Oval punch piece in Pretty in pink  I mounted onto card with Stampin Dimensionals.   I did however use one product that is not stampin up.  I didn't have enough half back pearls on hand (and of course in my usual procrastinating way of doing things didn't have time to order more) from Stampin UP! so I had to use some mini half backs of another brand that my mom had on hand.   It is DEFINATELY much prettier with the Pretties Kit halfback pearls though!

I hope you enjoyed todays projects!   To come stamp some beaitufl works of heart with me be sure to check out my events calendar @ www.elizabethsloman.stampinup.net/events

Stampin love,
Elizabeth Sloman