Thursday, December 28, 2017

Flora & Flutter (Paper Pumpkin Dec 2017)

I have to say my heart truly fluttered when I opened my orange box this month!  The name of the kit is so fitting... Flora & Flutter! LOL!



I look forward to my kit every month, knowing that whatever the surprise is I will have a stress-free simple creative session waiting for me.  No need for me to spend time deciding which stamps, inks or papers to use.  Everything is right there, ready and waiting!

Have you considered starting your new year with a monthly creative session that gets delivered right to your mailbox?

Call me and we can get you set up ASAP!  These kits are so hot that some months there aren't even enough extras to purchase refills or if they have some to offer online they go quick!  Make sure you never miss out on the fun.  You can choose to subscribe monthly (no commitment, cancel at any time) or prepay 1, 3, 6 or 12 months (these make great gifts for your craft-loving friends).




Monday, October 2, 2017

Soft Sayings Card Kit

Stampin' Up! card kits = Instant Happiness!

Whether you are just starting out or an experienced card maker, Stampin' Up!'s kits are simply wonderful!  I think every crafter has a time where they feel less inspired or crunched for time and making cards seems a tad overwhelming and maybe even stressful! <YIKES>

There...

I said it!  I confess.

This craft I love so much has, at times, caused me some anxiety.  I think every woman (mom or not) has moments of feeling stretched thin and that maybe there will never be time for fun again.  However, when this happens I have found there is no need to abandon my creativity or my love for handcrafting beautiful cards.  I simply turn to SU! card kits!

All the card making prep work is done for you.  The price point is still much lower than purchasing mass produced cards at the store and you can still produce some creative beauty within a few minutes!  Plus, I have found these are the moments I REALLY NEED this time for creativity!  It is so relaxing and heart warming!

This years annual catalog has a few options of kits to choose from.  The first kit I want to share with you is the Soft Sayings All-Inclusive kit which contains just about everything you need to create 20 beautiful cards with options for just about any card giving occasion (minus the liquid adhesive, see note below).  And, new this year, you have the option to purchase a refill of this kit if you find you need more than the original kit provides.  Take a look at this video SU! has created to showcase this kit.




ENABLER ALERT!!  I will say this is such a wonderful way to gather with a friend (or a few friends) and have some quality girl time and each make your own set of cards.  Use the ink pad and stamps provided in the original set and choose to purchase one (or more) refills for your friends and make an evening of laughing, snacking and creating!  At the end of the night your heart will be full and so will your card supply!  Happy stamping = happy life!


The snapshot above shows the cards you can make in this kit.  Keep in mind one kit makes 2 of every card shown (for a total of 20 cards)  at a low price of $35.  That is less than $2 per card!  Refills of the kit include all the supplies needed to make the same 20 cards (refills do not include the stamp set, ink spot, acrylic block or gift box) at a valued price of $21.  That is basically $1 per card.  ONE DOLLAR!

So whether you choose to purchase this kit to complete on your own, or as a fun girls night activity at your house, or join in one of my preplanned kit parties, you will love the beautiful cards you will make to replenish your card stash.  Don't hesitate to call and make your plans today!


NOTE:  I recommend using mini glue dots and multipurpose liquid glue for adhering the die cut elements to the card which do not come included in this kit.


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Monday, September 11, 2017

A Season of Style



September 11th - Nov 10th

Just in time for the holidays!!  Paper Pumpkin is all about making crafting easier and how much easier can you get than with coordinating kits for the holidays?  Watch the video below for more details.



I'm planning a Paper Pumpkin Party that you won't want to miss! Details will be sent to all my subscribers privately. Make sure you subscribe before Oct 10th so you won't miss out on the fun!  


Details for this special:


  1. These kits, while coordinated to work together, can also stand alone.
  2. Subscribe by Oct 10th to receive the October kit.
  3. Subscribe by Nov 10th to receive the November kit.  
  4. Once the deadline has passed the kits are no longer orderable, don't be disappointed!


To start your subscription click HERE now.  Make sure you choose me as your Demonstrator when you sign up.

Have more questions about paper pumpkin?  Click HERE to see the basics.

Saturday, September 2, 2017

Merry Patterns



For a limited time, get the Merry Patterns Stamp Set for FREE when you host a party with $300 in sales or place a single order of at least $300.  You will receive this exclusive stamp set in addition to the regular Stampin' Rewards.

This stamp set will ONLY be available during the promotion dates, September 1 through October 31st.

This short video gives more details:




Friday, September 1, 2017

Introducing the Holiday Catalog

I'm so excited to get to share with you the launch of the BRAND NEW Holiday Catalog from Stampin' Up!  I've seen many holiday catalogs but I must say this one is truly the most exciting by far!  I'll have a link in the sidebar for you to have easy access to peruse.  Make sure your coffee cup is full and hot!  You might not want to get up once you start looking.



Here is a quick link to view the online catalog.  If you're like me and prefer having a hard copy to flip through and toting along with you while you are in car line or waiting at the doctors office, then drop me an email and I can get one to you.  Have a great day!


Happy Birthday!

Well, not really.  Not yet.  My birthday is actually later this month; however, I am celebrating the birth of my Stampin' Up business!!  I have wanted to do this for such a long time.  Actually, I was a hobby demonstrator for about 5-6 years before we moved but I took a hiatus while we settled into our new home.  Although I still had a craft studio and all my lovely craft "stuff" I really missed being part of the SU! community.  So I came back!!  Only this time I want to take it beyond my little studio and share with others just how fabulous this hobby can be!  So I hope you visit often.  Follow me as I expand my presence on Facebook and Instagram and bear with me as I fumble my way around all these techno gadgets and figure out how to make video tutorials and lifestream stamping demonstrations.   Feel free to send me a note and introduce yourself.  Check out my online shop and join in the fun with your own supplies.  I have so much planned.  We are going to have GREAT fun!!!!
Monday, August 28, 2017

Getting Started with Paper Pumpkin!!



Can you relate to Cinderella?  Work Work Work.  Do you wish you had just a little bit of time to sit and create something beautiful.  Or do you find that when you do have some time to craft you find yourself wasting that time trying to think of something to create!?  Yep!  Been there done that!  Many times.


What if I told you for only $20 plus tax (shipping is included) you can have your own personal Paper Fairy Godmother (AKA Stampin' Up!) who would deliver a lovely little orange box in your mailbox filled with everything you need to have your own personal paper escape?  Yes!  Tell me more, you ask?   

What is it?  Paper Pumpkin is a monthly subscription kit club from Stampin' Up! that arrives in your mailbox once a month that includes everything you need to create a cute set of cards (usually 8) , gift packaging, a seasonal home decor piece or even a gift you can make and give!  It's a paper surprise every month!  You will receive step by step instructions along with an exclusive stamp set, ink, pre-cut papers, adhesive, embellishments, etc. to make the project for that month. The first box you receive will even include a free acrylic block to use in your kits every month.  All especially designed and prepared with the busy crafter in mind so most projects can be completed in around 30 minutes!

What kind of commitment do I have to make?  No commitment is required.  
You can cancel your subscription at any time or even skip a month if you really need to.  However, be forewarned that once the 10th has passed and the kits have shipped there is no going back.  They are never made available again.

Can I give this kit as a gift to my crafty friend?  Yes!  You can purchase pre-paid subscriptions (for yourself or to give as gifts) on my website, available for 1, 3, 6, or 12 months.   

What if I LOVE a kit and wish I could make more?  No problem!  Subscribers are able to purchase refill kits (avail. on my website for $8 + tax & shipping).  The refill kits have a duplicate set of all the consumable materials in the kit to recreate the fun, but keep in mind, if you love it that much others might too so get your refill before they sell out!  (note:  refill kits do not include ink or stamps).

Can I subscribe to get more than one kit?  Absolutely!   These kits are great for all ages and skill levels.  Maybe in the summer months you want to up your subscription to make sure you have enough for your kiddos to participate, or what about mom when she comes to visit for the holidays?  Paper Pumpkin provides a simple, low stress way to get together to craft and create memories (and gorgeous projects)! You can always adjust your subscription to meet your needs (just make sure you do so before the 10th every month).  Paper Pumpkin kits are great to take on vacation too!  As everything is included that you need in that heavy duty little box all you might want to do is toss in your stamp block and a pair of scissors and your good to go!

But I'm an advanced crafter, will these kits be too simple for me?  Oh no, not at all!  You will find many people that love to step "outside of the box" and use their supplies to make something completely different.  There are many ideas on Pinterest and I will post alternate ideas as well.  Even the beginner crafter will gain confidence to do this during their subscription period.  It is especially helpful if the intended project doesn't fit your needs that month.  Cards are on the menu but you need gift tags?  No problem, cut those cards into tags and use the embellishments to decorate them as you would like.  The sky is the limit!

Ready to get started?  

  1. Visit mypaperpumpkin.com to sign up with me as your demonstrator (Sherrie Thornton, Columbiana, AL)
  2. Enter your payment information, address, etc.
  3. You’ll receive a confirmation email to set up your password – log in and set a password.
  4. Around the 10th of the month, your card will be billed for $20 (plus tax).
  5. Around the 15th of the month, your Paper Pumpkin Welcome Kit will ship!
  6. Enjoy your creative escape when your Paper Pumpkin arrives!
  7. Around the 10th of the following month, your card will be billed again for the next month’s kit.  If you don’t want to receive another kit, no problem!  Just log into mypaperpumpkin.com before the 10th and set your kit quantity to 0 (zero).  You won’t receive another kit until you set the quantity back to 1.
I'm so excited you are joining me on this paper escape!  Follow along with me as I share more projects throughout the year and show you how you can use your exclusive stamps beyond their featured months.  They are a great way to supplement your stamp collection!
From time to time I'll plan special events and give prizes just for my subscription club members.   We will have great fun!

Happy stamping!