Jess' Creative Corner

Changes

Hi again!

Cory will be 7 weeks old tomorrow...unbelievable! Time sure does fly! I'm finally getting back into the swing of things a bit, so I thought I'd better update my blog. Since I haven't been on since before Cory was born, I'd better post a picture of my cute little man!

 

Anyway, since the title of this post is "Changes" I'd better fill you in on that!

Stampin' Up!® is going to be adding blogging capabilities to our Demonstrator Business Websites. I am seriously contemplating closing this blog and switching to the one that will be on my website. I am VERY strapped for cash now that I'm not working the full-time job and I've got an expensive baby to care for! Diapers don't pay for themselves unfortunately! My plan is to see how I like the blogging capabilities on my website and make a decision from there. Even though I love Typepad, I just don't think I can justify paying for a blog when I'm only posting sporadically and I only have about 100 or so hits a month. Let me know what you think, and I will let you know what I decide.

Also, don't forget that March 31st is the end of Sale-A-Bration, so make sure you check out my online store at my website. During Sale-A-Bration you earn FREE Sale-A-Bration (and some catalog) products for every $50 in Stampin' Up!® products you purchase. And, if you sign up to be a demonstrator you get 15% OFF the Starter Kit price plus a FREE stamp set. Hostesses can also earn Sale-A-Bration rewards. For more information check out the Promotions section of my website.

Thanks so much for checking out my blog here, and I hope you continue to follow me even if I change blogging locations!

-Jess

My Digital Studio Samples - Cards

I apologize for the delay in getting these samples up for you. I have been hit pretty hard by a nasty cold, but I'm finally starting to feel better.

Here are a couple of sample cards I have made with Stampin' Up!'s newest product, My Digital Studio (MDS), which will be available on October 1st! They only took a few minutes to create.

I used the Designer Templates for these cards. I did make some changes to each of the templates.

Hopefully I will have some more samples up for you later this week.

Happy stamping!

-Jess

Update

Well, the summer has flown by and we're now into September. Here in the northeast, the weather has definitely gotten cooler (not that we had many hot days this summer though) and the daylight is getting shorter. :(

I just wanted to update everyone on where things are at.

As far as the pregnancy goes, I'm now 24 weeks along and I'm feeling much better. We found out last week that we're going to be having a boy! His name will be Cory Matthew Tanner.

We thought we were going to be moving this summer, but now it looks like we will be staying put at least until spring.

I just re-signed the Independent Demonstrator Agreement with Stampin' Up!, so no worries about that. You may notice that a few links were removed so that I would be in compliance - which I had no problems with. I really only use Stampin' Up! products anyway!

I will be receiving my copy of Stampin' Up!'s new digital scrapbooking kit, My Digital Studio, today and I hope to get to play with it tonight and this weekend. I'm very excited about this software as I've wanted to scrapbook for a long time, but I could never seem to find the time. From everything I've heard, My Digital Studio makes scrapbooking so much quicker. When Cory arrives I won't have much time, but I'll definitely want to make a scrapbook of everything he does! I hope to be able to post some samples of what can be produced with the software this weekend. Not only does it do scrapbooking, but also DVDs, cards, calendars, blog headers and much more! I CAN'T WAIT!

I will be attending the Stampin' Up! half-day regional seminar on October 17th and hopefully I'll have some cards to swap with the other demos!

I'm hoping to hold a fall card class on Saturday, October 10th. Not sure on the time yet, so check back for more information.

I really will try to get better about posting more regularly, but things are pretty crazy with work and getting ready for the baby. Check back soon to see the My Digital Studio samples - it will be available for customers to purchase on October 1st!

Happy Stamping!

-Jess

Summer Fun Deal of the Week

Take advantage of the great deal that is going on this week from Stampin' Up!

From July 6th-July 12th you can purchase this awesome bag to carry your Big Shot or your stamping supplies in for just $49.95! That is a savings of almost $20! The bag features zip pockets on the outside and pouches on the inside to help you store all your wonderful supplies.

To purchase this bag and any other Stampin' Up! supplies online, please visit my website and click on the Shop Now button in the upper right corner (US only, sorry). The discount will be applied when you checkout. Or you can email me to place your order.

Looking to Make More Money or Just Save on Your Favorite Stampin' Up! Products?

Well, now's the time to sign up to be a Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator! See below for the great offer Stampin' Up! is holding right now.

While anytime is a great time to join the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator, joining during July and August is especially sweet!

Starting your own Stampin' Up! business means free and discounted products, plus a little extra cash--and who couldn't use that? Plus, from July 15 - August 31, you can become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator for only $85!

The special, limited-time Mini Starter Kit contains many of the items you need to get started in your new business, including

• For All You Do stamp set
• In Color Classic Stampin' Pads (6)
• Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• Business forms and tools

Or if you want to buy the standard $199 Starter Kit, in addition to the supplies listed below, you'll get all six of the new In Color Classic Stampin' Pads and one pack of In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")--a $43 value! The standard Starter Kit includes

• Four stamp sets
• A Stampin' Around wheel, handle, and ink cartridge
• Stampin' Pastels
• Card stock
• Eastern Blooms Décor Elements and applicator tool
• Five Classic Stampin' Pads
• VersaMark Pad
• Stampin' Scrub and Mist
• Blender pens
• Business forms and tools

These special offers--the Mini Starter Kit and the In Color add-on to the standard Starter Kit--are only available for a limited time, so you must act fast!

Benefits of Becoming a Demonstrator
Whether you just love to stamp, or you want to grow a successful, thriving business, the Stampin' Up! opportunity is the right fit for you. Stampin' Up! demonstrators enjoy many benefits, with just a few listed below:

• Product discount. Demonstrators get a 20 percent discount on all Stampin' Up! products, including stamp sets, paper, and accessories. It's a great way to support your love of stamping and paper crafting.
• Extra income. You'll earn extra income based on your sales and recruiting--how much extra income is up to you. Maybe you just want enough income to pay the electric bill every month, or maybe your goal is bigger--the monthly payment for your new car--it's your decision! See the Compensation Table for more information.
• Flexible schedule. This is your business, so you can put in as much (or as little) time as you'd like.
• Support from Stampin' Up! We love our demonstrators and it shows through our demonstrator support materials, including a monthly magazine, workshop ideas, and audio and video trainings on all kinds of topics available on our Demonstrator Web Site.

So what are you waiting for? Contact me TODAY to join the Stampin' Up! family! You can also sign up through my demonstrator website.

FRIDAY!

TGIF! What another long week...I much prefer the weekends!

I apologize for not posting yesterday, but I was completely exhausted when I got back from my appointment yesterday evening that I just went right to bed! Today I left work early because I wasn't feeling well and let's just say that I should have left earlier because I didn't make it home before I got sick...in the car no less. I really can't wait for this part of the pregnancy to get over.

Anyway, yesterday I had my first ultrasound...just on the monitor...sorry, no pictures yet. I thought there might be a possibility of having twins because my grandfather was a fraternal twin. However, it looks like just one bun in the oven. We did get to see the baby and his/her heart beating as well as listen to the heartbeat. That was neat. Now I have to wait another month before the next one...I hate this waiting thing! Anyone have any neat baby stories or hints/tips/tricks for this new mom? I'd love for you to share your stories with me!

I did update the Last Chance Accessories List again today. To access it, just click here for the post. I have finished mounting my BRAND NEW STAMP SETS! I just haven't gotten around to making any new projects with them yet...maybe if I feel better this afternoon/evening.

Thanks for stopping by and happy stamping!

The UPS Man Brought Me Gifts!

Well...not exactly...I bought the stuff myself, but the wonderful Man In Brown delivered my Sneak Peek items from the NEW Stampin' Up! catalog that will be released on July 1st! The lovely package arrived yesterday and was waiting for me when I got home from work. I started mounting the stamp sets on my break at work today and hope to finish them up this evening. Also, if my energy stays with me longer than it has been lately, I plan to make some projects with my new toys tonight.

I did update the Last Chance Accessories List a few minutes ago, so check the chart below to see if the items you've been thinking about getting are still available! Don't forget, just click on the Order Online button on the right side of this page to get to my Stampin' Up! website. Then click on the Shop Now button in the upper right corner to take advantage of all the great deals Stampin' Up! has going on right now!

On the baby front...tomorrow is my first ultrasound, so if I have a chance tomorrow night I'll try to post the details!

Since I don't have any photos of new cards yet to post, I will leave you with a photo of my puppy being cute! This was taken awhile ago, and he is much bigger now. He is a Husky/Beagle Mix and we adopted him from the Monadnock Humane Society in November. His name is Angelus (named after the character from the Buffy the Vampire Slayer/Angel series). He sure can be a little demon sometimes...LOL.

Thanks for stopping by and happy stamping!

WOW - So Much to Share!

Hi again stampers!

Yes, I am still alive! Where does the time go so quickly? I again apologize for my long absence, but I have some great announcements that I hope will help you to forgive me!

First off, on a personal note, I am almost three months pregnant! The morning sickness has not been pleasant, but I look forward to what's to come. I have my first ultrasound this week so I will have another update after that.

Now on to the Stampin' Up! announcements!

1. Today the Country Living Summer Cookout Kit is available for purchase through August 31st, while supplies last. Click here to view the flyer. And click here to view the contents of the kit.

2. For the month of June, Stampin' Up! is giving $20 in extra hostess bucks for personal or workshop purchases totaling $250-$399.99 before tax and shipping or $40 in extra hostess bucks for $400 or more. Personal purchases can be placed online at my Stampin' Up! website by clicking on the Shop Now link. If you would like to hostess a catalog party you can contact me at: galetannerdesign@gmail.com. All online sales must be completed before 11:59pm EST on June 30th. Orders through me personally must be completed before 8pm EST on June 30th (I will call you to confirm your order before I consider it complete) to qualify for this promotion.

3. Now that the current catalog is winding down, Stampin' Up! has released the Last Chance (AKA retiring) Products List.

The Stamp Sets and Decor Elements are available through June 30th. Click here to view the Last Chance Stamp Set List in Alphabetical Order. Or click here to view the list by catalog page number. The Last Chance Decor Elements List can be viewed by clicking here.

The other products are only available while supplies last. Some are up to 50% OFF the original prices! So get them before they're gone forever! Out of stock indicates that the items are no longer available.

The Last Chance Accessories are listed below: (updated 06/19/09)

Item #	Product Description	Price	Discount	Sale Price	Availability
112735	RUB ONS HIDDEN GARDEN BLOSSOMS	10.95	0.5	5.48	Available
112970	LO MEJOR DE TODO	19.95	0.5	9.98	Available
105143	DAYS TO REMEMBER 6X6 FR	9.95	0.5	4.98	Out of stock
113888	RUB ONS MANY OCCASIONS	10.95	0.5	5.48	Available
109044	PUNCH SNOW BLOSSOM	10.95	0.5	5.48	Available
111364	RIBBON POLY TWILL SO SAFFRON 7/8"	8.95	0.5	4.48	Available
106961	STAZON REFILL WHITE	4.95	0.5	2.48	Out of stock
114341	COURDUROY BUTTONS PACIFIC POINT	9.95	0.5	4.98	Available
114316	RIBBON ORIGINALS PIG TAILS	13.95	0.5	6.98	Available
111414	RUB ONS HIDDEN GARDEN	10.95	0.5	5.48	Available
114351	DESIGNER HARDWARE HOORAY	4.95	0.5	2.48	Available
114338	COURDUROY BUTTONS KIWI KISS	9.95	0.5	4.98	Available
114019	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS FLEURETTES	9.95	0.5	4.98	Available
114317	RIBBON ORIGINALS DRESS UP	12.95	0.5	6.48	Available
102875	HEMP TWINE RED	2.95	0.5	1.48	Available
101259	HEMP TWINE BLACK	2.95	0.5	1.48	Available
113979	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS CANVAS CUTS	7.95	0.5	3.98	Available
114350	DESIGNER HARDWARE SOHO	4.95	0.5	2.48	Available
111363	RIBBON GROSGRAIN PINK PIROUETTE 1 1/4"	7.95	0.25	5.96	Available
111365	RIBBON TAFFETA RIDING HOOD RED	6.95	0.25	5.21	Available
111847	RIBBON DOUBLE STITICHED BAJA BREEZE 1"	8.95	0.25	6.71	Available
111371	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED TANGERINE TANGO 5/8"	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
111373	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED PINK PIROUETTE 5/8"	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
111372	RIBBON GROSGRIAN STRIPED KIWI KISS 5/8"	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
113884	RUB ONS FASHION DISTRICT	10.95	0.25	8.21	Out of stock
114318	RIBBON ORIGINALS VALET	12.95	0.25	9.71	Available
111374	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED RIDING HOOD RED 5/8"	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
111370	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED PACIFIC POINT 5/8"	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
111415	RUB ONS GREATEST MOMENTS	10.95	0.25	8.21	Available
113887	RUB ONS BRIGHT DELIGHTS	11.95	0.25	8.96	Available
111416	RUB ONS CHATEAU BELLA	10.95	0.25	8.21	Available
111338	NOTES TEXTURED LOVE ASSORTMENT II	12.95	0.25	9.71	Available
111879	RIBBON SATIN KIWI KISS VERY VANILLA	7.95	0.25	5.96	Available
111277	RUB ONS A PERFECT DAY	10.95	0.25	8.21	Available
110730	DIE CUTS POCKETS & PIECES	8.95	0.25	6.71	Available
107272	PUNCH KEY TAG	15.95	0.25	11.96	Out of stock
113980	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER CANDY LANE	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
111375	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED BAJA BREEZE 5/8"	9.95	0.25	7.46	Out of stock
112010	DIE CUTS BLOOMS AGAIN	8.95	0.25	6.71	Out of stock
113991	TASTE OF TEXTILES	9.95	0.25	7.46	Available
101399	STIPPLE BRUSHES	6.95	0.25	5.21	Out of stock
112092	BUTTON BOUQUET	7.95	0.25	5.96	Out of stock
112139	NOTES CAROUSEL II	11.95	0.25	8.96	Out of stock
111336	NOTES SCALLOP II	11.95	0.25	8.96	Out of stock
111840	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL PACIFIC POINT	2.95			Available
111841	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL TANGEIRNE TANGO	2.95			Available
111843	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL PINK PIROUETTE	2.95			Available
111839	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL RIDING HOOD RED	2.95			Out of stock
111842	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL KIWI KISS	2.95			Out of stock
112161	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS KIWI KISS	9.95			Available
112042	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER URBAN GARDEN	9.95			Available
112156	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS PINK PIROUETTE	9.95			Available
112150	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS PACIFIC POINT	9.95			Out of stock
112153	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS TANGERINE TANGO	9.95			Out of stock
111844	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL BAJA BREEZE	2.95			Out of stock
111836	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD RIDINGHOOD RED	5.95			Available
111838	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD PINK PIROUETTE	5.95			Available
113966	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE	9.95			Available
109123	STAMPIN WRITE JOURNALER BASIC BROWN	3.25			Out of stock
113981	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BELLA BIRDS	9.95			Available
112157	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS BAJA BREEZE	9.95			Out of stock
113975	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER RASPBERRY TART	9.95			Available
114037	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY SWEET SLUMBER	11.95			Out of stock
113978	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER URBAN OASIS	9.95			Available
112041	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BELLA ROSE	9.95			Out of stock
112468	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SWEET ALWAYS	9.95			Out of stock
111834	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD TANGERINE TANGO	5.95			Available
114039	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY ROCKABILLY	11.95			Available
108590	CARD STOCK NATURALS ASST 12X12	8.95			Out of stock
111337	NOTES GIFT ASSORTMENT II	9.95			Available
112471	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER RAINBOW SHERBET	9.95			Out of stock
112464	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MANCHESTER	9.95			Available
112006	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS FLOWER FUSION II	14.95			Available
111837	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD PACIFIC POINT	5.95			Available
112461	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER WASHINGTON APPLE	9.95			Out of stock
113993	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY PARISIAN BREEZE	11.95			Available
112155	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS RIDING HOOD RED	9.95			Out of stock
111353	CARD STOCK KIWI KISS 8-1/2 X 11	5.5			Out of stock
111348	CARD STOCK RIDING HOOD RED 8-1/2 X 11	5.5			Out of stock
112172	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN ROCK A BYE BOY	19.95			Out of stock
100900	GIFT SACKS WHITE	2.95			Available
114605	SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT MORE THOUGHTS	42.95			Out of stock
102264	COLUZZLE STARTER KIT	19.95			Out of stock
111346	CARD STOCK IN COLOR 12 X 12	8.95			Out of stock
111835	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD KIWI KISS	5.95			Available
111350	CARD STOCK PACIFIC POINT 8-1/2 X 11	5.5			Out of stock
105668	TATTOO KIT I	13.95			Out of stock
111349	CARD STOCK TANGERINE TANGO 8-1/2 X 11	5.5			Out of stock
109231	SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT SENDING HAPPY THOUGHTS	54.95			Available
111351	CARD STOCK PINK PIROUETTE 8-1/2 X 11	5.5			Out of stock
112165	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN ROCK A BYE GIRL	19.95			Out of stock
113950	DIE CUTS BUILD-A-FAIRYTALE	8.95			Out of stock
111345	CARD STOCK TEXTURED IN COLOR 12 X 12	11.95			Out of stock
105669	TATTOO KIT II	13.95			Out of stock
111833	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD BAJA BREEZE	5.95			Available
113936	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN HOPPY MEMORIES	19.95			Out of stock
111347	CARD STOCK IN COLOR 8-1/2 X 11	7.95			Out of stock
107288	ENVELOPE WHISPER WHITE EXTRA LARGE	5.5			Out of stock
104310	CRAFTERS TOOL KIT	39.95			Available
111352	CARD STOCK BAJA BREEZE 8-12 X 11	5.5			Out of stock
113943	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN 2 SWEET	19.95			Available
113925	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SWEET NOTHINGS	19.95			Available
112179	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN LOVE STORIES	19.95			Available
113911	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SUNSHINE GARDEN	19.95			Out of stock
112054	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN BEST EVER	19.95			Out of stock
111253	Blooms & Bulbs	6.5			Out of stock
109684	Doodle	8.5			Out of stock
111257	Happy, Happy Birthday	8.5			Available
109692	Love	6.5			Available
109568	My ABCs	6.5			Out of stock
109682	Perfectly Pretty	6.5			Out of stock
109687	See You Around	8.5			Available
109683	So Swirly	8.5			Available
111260	Something Fishy	8.5			Available
111262	Stems & Silhouettes	8.5			Available
105516	Watercolor Joy	6.5			Available
114528	Embosslit Flower	11.95			Available
116209	Note of Thanks	9.95			Available
116210	Birthdays Count	9.95			Available
112966	Curly Label Bundle*	33.95			Available
112457	Designer Series Paper Juntos	9.95			Available
112475	Illuminated	6.5			Available
113034	Stampin' Color Index Labels	3.95			Available
115535	Hand Drawn Bundle				Available

* The punch which is part of the Curly Label Punch bundle will carry over into the 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog

4. Last, but definitely not least, the NEW Stampin' Up! catalog begins on July 1st! Contact me to book a workshop and receive a FREE copy of the 2009-2010 Stampin' Up! Catalog and Idea Book (a $9.95 value). On July 1st you will also be able to visit my Stampin' Up! website and click on the Shop Now link to view new items and place your order online.

I hope to have some samples using some of the new products for you to see soon, so don't forget to check back!

Happy Stamping!

I'm still here...and there are some promotions to announce!

Sorry about my extended absence!! My camera battery needs to be charged again, and of course the charger seems to be in that "safe" place that I can never seem to find. I will continue to look for it and I hope to get it in the next few days so that I can post all the awesome things I've been creating.

You will notice some changes to my blog in the near future. Some include:

• I will start offering items/classes/card kits that you can purchase online using PayPal!
• You will soon be able to RSVP and pay for classes using PayPal!
• I am currently trying out Constant Contact for my monthly newsletters, so if you're interested in joining my mailing list please subscribe using the link on the right sidebar!
• I am working on coming up with some challenges and maybe even some swaps for everyone to participate in!
• I plan to add more tutorials and technique information!
• I will start adding scrapbooking samples!
• I will add more 3-D, home decor and party favor samples!
• Big Shot project ideas will be coming soon!

This is a lot of stuff, so I will probably roll out a few at a time over the next few months, but I just wanted to give you all a heads up!

Okay, on to the promotions!

Sale-A-Bration is still going on through the end of March, so it's not too late to place your order! If you're not familiar with Sale-A-Bration, then here's the deal: for every $50 in Stampin' Up! products you purchase during this time, you will receive 1 FREE Sale-A-Bration item. This year there are 4 Stamp Sets, a Ribbon Bundle and a package of Designer Series Paper for choices. These items will never be offered again, so if you're interested in any/all of them, then make sure you place your order before March 31st! If you'd like to order and you live in the US, then you can visit my Stampin' Up! website to place an order.

Stampin' Up! is offering the Easter stamp sets in the Occasions Mini now so that you can have them before Easter! Pictures of the sets are below, and if you'd like to order and you live in the US, then you can visit my Stampin' Up! website to place an order.

The entire Occasions Mini 2009 products will be available for ordering on April 1st as well as some other exciting NEW products that you'll hear more about soon.

Finally, April is "Get Connected" month, so watch for information on a class and Open House that I will be holding for this event. In this economy we need to focus back on doing the "little things" to show our friends, loved ones and customers that we care and are thinking of them. Let's try to re-connect with these important people by sending them hand made cards, scrapbook pages or hand made gifts. It truely is the thought that counts!

Happy Stamping!

Valentine Theme Class Photos

Well, I finally have the photos of the cards we'll be making for the Valentine Theme class this Sunday. I finished them the other day, but photographing them and uploading took longer than I'd hoped. As a reminder, if you're interested in taking this class and haven't already RSVP'd, please contact me as soon as possible because the cut-off date for registration is Thursday. I have to be sure that I have plenty of supplies for everyone!

Without further ado, here are the cards and the details. (Click on the photos to see larger more detailed images)

Stamp Simply Version - $10 for 4 cards, 4 envelopes and 1 Valentine Treat Bag

Step Up Stamping Version - $14 for 4 cards, 4 envelopes and 1 Valentine Treat Bag

If you are interested in the supplies I used for these cards, head on over to my splitcoast gallery to check them out. Thanks for stopping by and taking a look!

Well, I'm off to work so that's it for now. Have a great day and happy stamping!

~Jess

Valentine Theme Class February 1st

Good morning stampers!

We're getting a lot of snow here...again. So, today I will hopefully have a chance to do some more stamping and some housework that I've been neglecting.

I just wanted to quickly let you know that I am going to be teaching a Valentine Theme class on Sunday, February 1st at 2pm at the Community Church of North Orange and Tully.

Anyone interested in attending please call me at 978-249-9425 or email me at galetannerdesign@gmail.com.

I hope to post a few of the cards this afternoon, but some of the other things will have to wait until I get my order from the new catalog which starts tomorrow

Sale-A-Bration Coming Soon!

Hi Stampers!

I just wanted to give you a heads up that Sale-A-Bration will be starting February 1st, so if you're interested in booking a workshop (in-home or catalog) to take advantage of the FREE stamp sets, then please contact me to set a date! I can do in-home workshops for people located in the following areas: Massachusetts in Franklin and Worcester County and New Hampshire in Cheshire County.

If you book a workshop for this event you will receive a FREE stamp from me, and if your workshop sales are $300 or more you will get $10 toward your personal purchase.

Here's the details:

Sale-A-Bration runs from Sunday, February 1st to Tuesday, March 31st.

Customers: Choose 1 FREE Sale-A-Bration product for EVERY $50 you spend on Stampin' Up!® products!

Hostesses: Choose 1 FREE Sale-A-Bration product for hostessing a $300 or more workshop, in addition to the normal hostess benefits!

If you are interested in signing up to become a Stampin' Up!® demonstrator this would be a great time to do it! Recruits get to choose any retail stamp set (a value up to $47.95) from the current catalog when signing up during the promotion!

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me for more information! You can e-mail me at galetannerdesign@gmail.com.

KWerner Color Inspiration Challenge #37

I really wanted to participate in this challenge, so I vowed to get it done before the deadline...and I made it!!

Here is the card I came up with and I encourage you to give this a try even if you don't make it in time for the deadline. It just gets the mojo going when you need something to challenge yourself with.

Here's the supply list for this card (all items Stampin' Up!):

Stamps: Embrace Life

Paper: Whisper White, Baja Breeze, Chocolate Chip

Ink: Old Olive, Baja Breeze

Accessories: Chocolate Chip Double Stitched Ribbon, Flower Fusion Accents & Elements, Flower Fusion Accents & Elements Too and Round Rhinestone Brads from the Pretties Kit.

Exciting News from Stampin' Up!

Hi stampers! I have exciting news!

Stampin' Up! just announced an inventory blow-out!

From Jan 5th-Jan 18th get retired, retiring, and current products up to 50% off the regular price!

See the charts below for the listing of products and their promotional price. These prices are only good while supplies last, so don't miss out! Also, scroll to the bottom of this post to see the complete list of retiring accessories which are only available while supplies last (or until Jan 18th - whichever comes first). Don't delay!!

INVENTORY BLOW-OUT!

Items retiring from the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog:

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Discount Price
109190	180	On Board 9" x 9" clipboard	$7.95	$5.99
107925	181	On Board Bitty Book	$9.95	$6.99
105384	183	Mellow Moss 6" x 6" Linen Post album	$19.95	$14.99
105381	183	Real Red 6" x 6" Linen Post album	$19.95	$14.99
103977	187	Bold Bright buttons	$6.95	$4.99
104389	188	Double Circle punch	$5.95	$4.49
114447	n/a	Country Living Holiday Collection Stampin' Kit	$49.95	$24.98

*Items available while supplies last; page numbers refer to the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog

Retired items from the Spring-Summer 2008 Idea Book & Catalog:

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Discount Price
109013	163	Blue Bayou Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.25	$3.99
109012	163	Groovy Guava Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.25	$3.99
109011	163	Purely Pomegranate Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.25	$3.99
109010	163	River Rock Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.25	$3.99
109009	163	Soft Sky Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.25	$3.99
109014	163	Wild Wasabi Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.25	$3.99
109179	178	On Board Ginormous Pieces	$14.95	$10.99
109189	190	Beachfront Ribbon Originals	$12.95	$7.99
109187	190	District Ribbon Originals	$12.95	$7.99
109188	190	Fairy Tale Ribbon Originals	$12.95	$8.49
109185	190	Jersey Ribbon Originals	$12.95	$8.99
109184	190	Sherbet Ribbon Originals	$12.95	$8.99
109186	190	Theater Ribbon Originals	$12.95	$8.49
109062	191	River Rock double-stitched ribbon	$8.95	$6.49
110716	191	Wild Wasabi striped grosgrain ribbon	$7.95	$5.49

*Items available while supplies last; page numbers refer to the Spring-Summer 2008 Idea Book & Catalog

Current products appearing in the upcoming Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog:

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Discount Price
111349	162	Tangerine Tango 8-1/2" x 11" card stock	$5.50	$4.49
111345	162	In Color (2008-2009) 12" x 12" textured card stock	$11.95	$8.99
109110	185	Fire Circle Rhinestone brads	$10.95	$7.99
109112	185	Fire Square Rhinestone brads	$10.95	$7.99
109113	185	Ice Square Rhinestone brads	$10.95	$7.99
111325	185	Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware	$29.95	$22.49
112454	185	Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware	$29.95	$22.49
113451	n/a	20th Anniversary Embosslits die	$11.95	$9.49

*Quantities at reduced price are limited; page numbers refer to the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog

RETIRING ACCESSORIES LIST (AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST OR JAN 18TH)

Last updated January 11, 11:15am (MT)

Item #	Product Description	Availability
111377	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS ROOF GARDEN
112012	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS SEASON TO SHARE
112088	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS TRUE ELEGANCE
102782	ALBUM LEATHER BLACK 12X12	Not Available
104188	ALBUM LEATHER BLACK 6X6
105384	ALBUM LINEN POST MELLOW MOSS 6X6*
104516	ALBUM LINEN POST NAVY 6X6
105381	ALBUM LINEN POST REAL RED 6X6*	Not Available
103977	BUTTONS BOLD BRIGHTS*
103978	BUTTONS EARTH ELEMENTS
103981	BUTTONS EARTH ELEMENTS & NEUTRALS
105446	BUTTONS RICH REGALS
105445	BUTTONS SOFT SUBTLES
103604	DAYS-TO-REMEMBER CALENDAR 12X12
102174	DAYS-TO-REMEMBER CALENDAR 8 1/2X11
112465	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BANBURY	Not Available
112462	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GEORGIA PEACH
112463	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GHOSTLY GREETINGS
112040	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GREEN TEA
112470	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HAIKU
112460	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HAWAII PAPAYA
112469	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HOLIDAY TREASURES
112458	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER JUNIOR VARSITY
112459	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MAINE BLUEBERRY
112466	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MUIRFIELD
112149	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PARISIAN SUMMER
112467	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PRESTWICK	Not Available
111355	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SUMMER PICNIC
112039	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER WINDSOR KNOT
112963	ELEMENTOS PARA TARJETAS DIAS FESTIVOS HECHOS A MANO SIMPLY SENT
106523	ENVELOPE TEMPLATE FIVE-IN-ONE CARD COVER
104104	ENVELOPE TEMPLATE MINI	Not Available
107298	ENVELOPES CONFETTI WHITE MEDIUM
110695	ENVELOPES OPEN END KRAFT SMALL
109115	ENVELOPES OPEN END VERY VANILLA SMALL
103372	METAL EDGE TAGS ALUMINUM WHITE SQUARE
107925	ON BOARD BITTY BOOK*
109190	ON BOARD CLIPBOARD 9X9*
109180	ON BOARD SIMON UPPER
112086	ON BOARD SOMETHING SEASONAL
107923	PAGE PROTECTORS RING 3.25 X 3.25	Not Available
104942	PUNCH 1/4 INCH CIRCLE	Not Available
104943	PUNCH 1/4 INCH SQUARE
107273	PUNCH 3/4 INCH SQUARE
104389	PUNCH DOUBLE CIRCLE*
100391	PUNCH HANDHELD 1/8 INCH CIRCLE	Not Available
104830	RIBBON GINGHAM CARAMEL
104829	RIBBON GINGHAM LIGHT BLUE
104828	RIBBON GINGHAM LIGHT PINK
104831	RIBBON GINGHAM MOSS
109037	RIBBON GROSGRAIN MORE MUSTARD 1/4 INCH
110282	RUB ON ANCHORED
111806	RUB ON CHILLS & THRILLS
111805	RUB ON SCHOOL DAYS
111417	RUB ON WORD FLURRIES
110283	RUB ONS TAKE NOTE
112193	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN I WISH
112186	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN PINA COLADA
112068	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SUMMER HOME	Not Available
112043	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN U R SWEET
112061	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN WINTER RETREAT	Not Available
112016	SIMPLY SENT CARD ELEMENTS HANDMADE HOLIDAY
109868	SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT LIFELONG NOTES
103647	STAMPIN STORE MINI
105813	WRITE ME A MEMORY FONT CD VOL II
	Retiring Wheels
107212	MATEYS MAP
106749	BRIGHT BULBS
109672	BRONCO	Not Available
104100	MAKING TRACKS
108978	SANDY SHELLS
110332	SNOW
101233	SNOWFLAKE
109694	SWEET STARS
111249	TAKE A NUMBER

*This item is discounted and included on the Inventory Blowout.