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“Best of Butterflies” Stamp Set from Stampin’ Up!

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Welcome to the “Best of Stampin’ Up!” stamp set for April… The “Best of Butterflies!”

Each month I’ll post information here on my website about the NEW “Best Of” set for that month:

The Details:

  • All “Best Of” stamp sets will include 3-5 images, including a never-before seen image, and will be priced at $14.95.
  • While just one “Best Of” stamp set will be released each month (with a new theme each month), all of the “Best Of” sets will be available until March 31, 2014.
  • All “Best Of” stamp sets are available in Clear-Mount only.
  • As a special incentive to collect the “Best Of” stamps, starting in February there will be a collector’s card and 25-year proof of purchase sticker included with every “Best Of” set. Collect six stickers, and send it in to redeem a FREE set of your choice valued up to $14.95! Free sets must be redeemed no later than April 30, 2014.

DOWNLOAD the Collector’s Card HERE!

Contact me for more information or visit my page every month to see what’s NEW!

Happy Stamping with the NEW “Best of Butterflies” Stamp Set from Stampin’ Up!

Retired Stampin’ Up! Stamp Sets for Sale

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I have recently updated my list of retired Stampin’ Up! stamp sets for sale and wanted to share it with you! These stamps are no longer available in any current catalogs, so if you see something you are interested in, then let me know. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis!  To inquire about a specific stamp set: comment below or send me an email.

  • A Brand New Year, $5
  • Amazing to Zany, $20 – SOLD!
  • Charming, $15
  • Clearly For You, $15 (clear mount)
  • Comfort Food, $5
  • Defining Alphabet, $30
  • Elizabeth, $5
  • Fall Flair, $15
  • Fine Flourish, $5
  • Hello Again, $10
  • Loads of Love, $20
  • Loads of Love Accessories, $15
  • Many Merry Messages, $25
  • Mark the Date, $15
  • Merry & Bright, $10
  • Perfect Presentation, $15
  • Season of Friendship, $20
  • Sincere Salutations, $20
  • Sweet Centers, $20
  • Sweetheart, $10 (clear mount)
  • Sweetness Unlimited, $5
  • Thank You Kindly, $10

Coming soon: I am pricing my retired Stampin’ Up! non-stamp merchandise and I hope to have that list completed soon!

Art That Inspires… by YOU!

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Today (January 31st) is 'Inspire Your Heart With Art' Day. So in honor of this, I wanted to share my thoughts on how paper crafting has inspired me!

Now, I’ve never considered myself an especially artistic person, nor do I find it very easy to create original artwork in the typical sense. But about 15 years ago, I started paper crafting! First, as a scrapbooker, then as a rubber stamper making handmade cards and gifts. Paper crafting has really inspired MY heart with ART! And I truly feel like anyone can participate in this type of art form… This means YOU!

  • whether you are 8 or 88
  • whether you are a beginner or full-fledged stamping artist
  • whether you have only the supplies you can find around your home or have a craft room to be envied
  • and whether you enjoy simple projects or your style is “over the top!”

If you’d love to try this ART that INSPIRES, then contact me today to join a class, come to a craft night, or host your own workshop!

What’s On My Craft Table?

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Hmmm… Maybe a better question is, "what's NOT on my craft table?"  In the midst of creating projects, it does sometimes seem as though I have every tool, stamp, ink pad, etc. on my workspace.

But this is really about what I like to have near me EVERY time I craft, So the tools and products I have on my table at all times! 

Craft Table Full

Here's the full shot of my craft table, with all the items I always keep on it while crafting. It's never this clean! Yes, this is a pool table converted to a craft table. My husband is very sweet to me!
Craft Table Where I Stand

This is my typical view of the table while I'm working. Where the "magic" happens, as they say! Ha ha!
Craft table-markers, tools, scraps

The photo box is where I used to keep my smaller paper scraps, I've changed this since taking the photos. The black tool holder spins around and holds tons of goodies. My Stampin' Write markers are always nearby!
Craft table-sponges, blocks, cleaner

I always keep Grid Paper on top of my craft mat. My Stampin' Scrub and Mist, clear blocks & sponges are used on nearly every project.
Craft table-bigshot, cutter, scoring

I need to update this photo, too! I've recently purchased a new Stampin' Trimmer, which takes up much less space on my table! Behind my cutter is my trash basket and wipeys (for inky fingers!). Then, my Simply Scored tool and Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine!

So, there you go! The items I always keep in arms-reach while I am being creative and making handmade cards and scrapbook pages!  My stamps, ink pads, and other embellishments and tools are kept in other locations, to be featured at another time.  Until then, let me know if you have questions.  I have learned some great stamping organizing tips over the years!

Happy Crafting!

~Elisa