For Love of Paper

NEW! Clear Mount Stamps

For the last few years we've all been asking why Stampin' Up! wasn't offering clear/acrylic stamps. The answer has always been because clear/acylic stamps don't offer the same quality stamped image as traditional rubber.

Our prayers have been answered . . . 

Beginning January 5th, 2010 (with the release of the Occasion's Mini Catalog) Stampin' Up! will offer a choice of traditional wood mounted stamps and CLEAR MOUNT STAMPS. 

So what exactly is a clear mount stamp?

It is the same traditional red rubber, however it has a repositionable adhesive on the back so it can be used on a clear acrylic block. Stampin' Up! will also be offering an entire line of clear acrylic blocks in varying sizes.

I am totally ecstatic about this new design I can't wait to get my hands on a set and give them a try.

Last day to take advantage of HUGE sale!!!

Get up to 50% off of select products and product bundles by visiting my Online Store through the end of the day.

Here are my top picks from the list:

Framed with Love Bundle

Includes the Framed with Love Stamp Set and Full Heart Punch

Regular Price $43.90

Sale Price $21.95

Item #120280

Thank You Kindly Bundle

Includes Thank You Kindly stamp set and Scallop Edge Punch.

Regular Price $29.90

Sale Price $14.95

Item #120281

Heart to Heart Bundle

Includes Love You Much Stamp Set, Heart to Heart Punch and Pretty in Pink 1/2" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon.

Regular Price $49.85

Sale Price $24.93

Item #120286

Remember the discounted prices are only valid with online orders through the end of today.

Click here to order now!

Technique Club begins in January, register now!

Do any of the following sound familiar?

• I have lots of stamping supplies and just aren't sure what to do with them.
• I'm new to stamping and paper crafting and aren't sure what to buy or even what to do with things once I've bought them.
• Even though I'm a seasoned stamper and paper crafter I'm just out of ideas, the creativity is gone.

I hear comments like these from fellow paper crafters all the time. 

Technique Club is a great way to solve all of these problems and have a great time in the process.

 

So what is Technique Club?

• A monthly class consisting of three cards/projects each featuring a new technique.

Advantages of joining:

• Learn tons of new ways to use what you already own.
• Try out new tools and products before you purchase them.
• Get hands on help from an experienced stamper and avid paper crafter.
• Enjoy hostess benefits without having to invite people or clean your house.
• Receive both the 2009-2010 and the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog.
• NEW! Online video demonstrations of each technique will be available. This is a valuable resource if you cannot attend a class or just need to see a technique repeated. 
• NEW! Club members receive a $5 discount on all other For Love of Paper Classes throughout 2010.

What do I have to do?

• Twelve month commitment.
• Attend monthly class.
• Order a minimum of $20 from the catalog each month, plus a $5 monthly supply fee.
• Provide a snack, drink and paper products on your hostess month.

Technique Club 2010 will meet the first Saturday of each month from 9am to Noon at my house in Leander.  The first 12 people to return their registration form and $35 fee will fill the slots.

Register during the month of November and save $10.

How to register:

• Click here to print the registration form
• Mail your completed registration form back to me along with a check for $25

2010 Scrapbook Club is forming now!

Do any of the following sound familiar?

• I have lots of scrapbooking supplies and just aren't sure what to do with them.
• I'm new to stamping and scrapbooking and just aren't sure what to buy or even what to do with things once I've bought them.
• Even though I'm a seasoned scrapbooker I'm just out of ideas, the creativity is gone.

I hear comments like these from fellow scrapbookers all the time. 

Scrapbook Club is a great way to solve all of these problems and have a great time in the process.

So what is Scrapbook Club?

• A monthly class consisting of either a double page 12” x 12” layout or two single 12” x 12” layouts.

Advantages of joining:

• Learn tons of new ways to use what you already own.
• Try out new tools and products before you purchase them.
• Get hands on help from an experienced scrapbooker.
• Enjoy hostess benefits without having to invite people or clean your house.
• Receive both the 2009-2010 and the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog.
• Leave class with completed pages.
• All club members will receive $5 off all For Love of Paper Classes for 2010.

What do I have to do?

• Twelve month commitment.
• Attend monthly class.
• Order a minimum of $20 from the catalog each month, plus a $5 monthly supply fee.
• Provide a snack, drink and paper products on your hostess month.

Scrapbook Club 2010 will meet the first Tuesday of each month from 6 to 9pm at my house in Leander.  The first 12 people to return their registration form and $35 fee will fill the slots.

Register in the month of November and save $10

How to register:

• Click here to print the registration form
• Mail the completed registration form back to me along with a check for $25

 

Another Dasher Card

Like so many other people I love the Dasher stamp. You can purchase it singly and it's only $8.95. Whoo hoo! That must be why it is the #2 selling stamp (right behind the Medallion stamp).

I totally CASED (copy and share everything) this card from someone but I don't know who it was anymore. It was rather quick and easy. Definitely a card that could be mass produced.

Here is what I used:

Stamps: Dasher (116816) and Jolly Wheel (112479)

Inks: Chocolate Chip (100908)

Paper: Real Red (102482), Very Vanilla (101650), Old Olive (100702) and Merry Moments DSP (115672)

Other: Stampin' Sponge (101610), 3/4" Real Red Polka Dot Ribbon (115608), 5/8" Chocolate Chip Ribbon (109051), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), Mini Glue Dots (103683) and Tag Corner Punch (107215)

Remember you can purchase any of the supplies you'll need to make this card online anytime 24/7!

Just click here.

Christmas Wreath Class Added!

I received such an overwhelming response to this Paper Christmas Wreath I've decided to add it as a class and a kit.

Here's the scoop:

Class: Curly Paper Wreath

When: Tuesday, November 17th from 6 to 9 pm or

          Saturday, November 21st from 9 am to Noon

Where: My house in Leander, TX

Cost: $20 for class or a kit

        $20 plus shipping if you would like a kit mailed to you (please email me for this option)

RSVP: ASAP this class is next week!

Don't miss out on great projects like this!

Today marks the sixth week in the 12 Weeks of Christmas. What is the 12 Weeks of Christmas you ask? Each week I send out an email featuring an exclusive Christmas project such as cards, wrapping or tags, gifts and home decor. The only way you can get your hands on these terrific projects is to sign up for my monthly INKspirations newsletter. Just add your email to the newsletter sign up box in the upper left hand corner of the page and not only will you begin receiving my monthly newsletter but also an exclusive 12 Weeks of Christmas Project every week through mid December.

Don't wait, sign up now!

Christmas Cards II

Click here to see a closeup of each card.

Class: Christmas Cards II

Each participant will be making 5 of the three cards shown for a total of 15 cards. You will also receive envelopes. Learn to create your own embossed cardstock using the Sizzix Big Shot and accessories.

When: Saturday, December 5th from 9 am to Noon or

          Tuesday, December 8th from 6 to 9 pm

Where: My house in Leander, Texas

Cost: $20

RSVP: Prepayment is due by check or Paypal no later than Monday, November 30th. If paying by check please email me at chris@forloveofpaper.com for the address.

Make your own Build A Bear backpack ID tag

The little bears in the Beary Best Friends Stamp Set (118052) are just the right size for making ID tags. For this one I stamped the bear on Whisper White Cardstock, then colored him in using Classic Inks and an Aqua Painter. Next I cut out the bear and adhered him onto the background tag . Then cut the letters using the Naturally Serif Sizzix Alphabet (113453).

The plastic cover for the tag is actually a baseball card protector and then I used the Crop-a-dial to punch a hole for the ribbon after I had inserted the finished tag.

These are so cute, fun to make and definately a useful item. These would make great little gifts or stocking stuffers for the kiddos in your life. And of course there is also a girl bear in the stamp set.

Contact me today to get all the supplies you'll need to make this adorable little gift.

512-259-5575 or chris@forloveofpaper.com