MORE ITEMS ADDED TO MY CLEARANCE RACK BLITZ!!!...

Stampin' Up! has added 15 more products to the Clearance Rack Blitz!  See the list of newly added products below:

• Neutrals Flower Brads
• Regals Flower Brads
• Subtles Flower Brads
• Pretty in Pink 5/8" Satin Ribbon
• Bashful Blue 5/8" Satin Ribbon
• Chantilly 1/2" Crochet Trim
• Artichoke 3/8" Denim Jean Ribbon
• 2010-2012 In Color Stampin' Write Markers
• 2011-2013 In Color 12" x 12" Textured Cardstock
• Timeless Portrait Designer Series Paper
• Beau Chateau Designer Series Paper
• Well Worn Designer Series Paper
• Beau Chateau Side Notes
• Sweetest Stem Embosslits Dies
• Flower Burst Embosslits Dies

The Fine Print:

• Only online orders qualify for this promotion. Feel free to order both Clearance Rack and non-Clearance Rack items including digital downloads on the same order.  There is no minimum purchase required to participate in this special offer.
• Qualifying Clearance Rack orders are eligible for hostess benefits/Stampin' Rewards on orders of $150 or more when ordered through my Online Store only!  Plus, orders of $50 or more will still qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!
• Clearance Rack Blitz items are only available while supplies last - so don't wait!  And sorry, but there are no refunds or exchanges on Clearance Rack items.
• Check out all of the Clearance Rack Blitz items in my Clearance Rack Blitz Store.  Be sure to check out the other Clearance Rack Items as well.  They are in separate categories in the menu on the left side - or visit here for ALL CLEARANCE RACK.
• Be sure you enter through my links above.  Otherwise your prices and shipping cost will be higher and you will not qualify for Stampin' Rewards!  

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, DAY #25: MDS2 Christmas Photocard...

Today is my final 25 Days of Christmas project.  I chose a simple My Digital Studio project – a Christmas photocard from my family to all of yours.  I wanted to show you all how easy a MDS project can be and with just a few downloads, a whole project can be done.

I started with the template from the Light Heart Christmas Postcard Template because it appealed to me.  However, I ended up changing everything except for two stamps because the colors didn't go well with the photo I wanted to use.  It was the only photo that had all of us in it this year.  So I might as well have started from a blank template.  I used only 6 downloads, but I could have used even less by using the ones that came with the template:

I relied heavily on the Glimmer Designer Series Paper Download that just came out this week.  I also recolored the Silver Glimmer Paper Wisteria Wonder and saved that as a photo to use in this project.
That is one of the fabulous new features of MDS 2!

MDS2 also allows you to crop punches, which I did to make the tops of the ornaments more separate and dimensional.  LOVE!  MDS 2 makes it so easy to make digital products!  I made this in only 20 minutes! I will probably go back and shrink a couple of items.  Now that I see it in the post, I think one of the stamps and the jewels on the main ornament need to be a bit smaller.  To see it a bit bigger, click on the picture above.

Don't have MDS2 yet?  What are you waiting for?  Get your FREE 30-DAY TRIAL today!  I will be having a MDS class in January!

DIGITAL DOWNLOADS:

• Stamp Brush Sets – Natural Composition Overlays, Light Heart Christmas Postcard Template, Tree Trimmings
• Colors – Concord Crush, Perfect Plum, More Mustard 
• Embellishments – Glimmer Paper, Basic Pearls & Rhinestones
• Punches – Ornament Keepsakes

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, DAY #24: Snowman, Santa & Rudolph Tea Light Candles...

Today's 25 Days of Christmas project is three for one - three adorable battery operated tealight candles!  I have been seeing the snowmen ones everywhere and decided I needed to make one.  But, he was lonely, so I made him a couple of friends - Santa and Rudolph.  Aren't they cute?

The snowmen I have seen all had a cute little "knit" cap, but I decided to go more traditional for my Frosty with a top hat instead.  I also chose a Scalloped Tulle scarf instead of Sweater Trim.  Both are cute though!  I colored his nose orange with a Sharpie marker.  Here's a closeup:

FROSTY THE SNOWMAN TEA LIGHT SUPPLIES:

• Card Stock – Whisper White, Basic Black, Silver Glimmer Paper (#121790, $4.95), Red Glimmer Paper (#121790, $4.95)
• Ink – Pink Pirouette, Pool Party Classic
• Ribbon – Cherry Cobbler Scalloped Tulle (#127841, $6.95)
• Punches – 2-1/2" Circle (#120906, $16.95), l-3/8" Circle (#119860, $15.95), Extra-Large Oval (#119859, $16.95), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (#118309, $16.95), Owl Builder (#118074, $16.95),  Word Window (#119857, $15.95)
• Accessories – Pearl Basic Jewels (#119247, $4.95), Rhinestone Basic Jewels (#119246, $4.95), Battery operated tea light candles, Sharpie marker
• Tools – Big Shot, Snow Flurry Die (#127813, $21.95), Circles #2 Die (#114526, $15.95), Sticky Strip (#104294, $6.95), Mini Glue Dots

I'm still not sure about the Santa Tea Light.  I may change his hat later, but it will do for now.  To get the color of his nose light enough, I colored it and then wiped it off right away leaving a light staining of peach.  Here is a closeup of Santa:

SANTA TEA LIGHT SUPPLIES:

• Card Stock – Whisper White, Real Red, Pacific Point, Blushing Bride (retired)
• Punches – 1-3/4 Scallop Circle (#119854, $16.95), l-1/4" Scallop Circle (#127811, $15.95), l-3/8" Circle (#119860, $15.95), Scallop Oval, #119856, $16.95), Extra-Large Oval (#119859, $16.95), Curly Label (#119851, $16.95), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (#118309, $16.95), Owl Builder (#118074, $16.95)
• Accessories – Battery operated tea light candles, Sharpie marker
• Tools – Big Shot, Snow Flurry Die (#127813, $21.95), Sticky Strip (#104294, $6.95), Mini Glue Dots

I kept Rudolph pretty simple.  After coloring his nose with a Sharpie, I painted a thin coat of the Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Details.    Here is a closeup of Rudolph:

RUDOLPH THE REINDEER TEA LIGHT SUPPLIES:

• Card Stock – Chocolate Chip, Crumb Cake, More Mustard, Whisper White, Basic Black, Red Glimmer Paper (#121790, $4.95)
• Punches – 1-3/4 Scallop Circle (#119854, $16.95), Small Oval (#120908, $12.95), Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (#118309, $16.95), Merry Minis Punch Pack (#126882, $16.95), Owl Builder (#118074, $16.95)
• Accessories – Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Details (#125585, $2.50), White Signo Gel Pen (#105021, $3.95), Battery operated tea light candles, Sharpie marker
• Tools – Big Shot, Snow Flurry Die (#127813, $21.95), Sticky Strip (#104294, $6.95), Mini Glue Dots

Please Note:  For the top of the tealight for each one, first punch a hole with the circle punch from the Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack.  Then center this hole in the window of the 1-3/8" Circle Punch and punch.  This will allow you to slide the card stock down over the light/nose.  You will also need to punch a hole in the base (underneath the candle) where the switch is for the light.

Coloring the nose is more for what the tealights look like when they are not lit.  When they are lit, they all look like different shades of yellow - the coloring does not affect it much.

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

STAMPIN' UP! CLEARANCE RACK BLITZ IS LIVE...

Almost 300 new Clearance Rack items are being added to my Online Store at discounts up to 80% off retail - only while supplies last!  New clearance items include punches, card stock, ribbon, ink pads, Big Shot dies, Crop-a-Dile and more.  And STAMPS for the first time!!!   I am so excited about that.  Great holiday gifts for yourself or others!

Some must-haves to consider:  Stampin' Pastels, Texturz Silicone Pad (some great techniques with this pad for your Big Shot), Snowburst Embossing Folder, Powder Pal Trays, Crop-a-Dile, Stampin' Scrub Refills, Inks & Markers, Movers & Shapers Die and the Holiday and Punch Windows for it (that I use alone all the time to mat my punches) and some of my favorite DSPs and retired stamp sets!  I have to stop myself or I'll go on all day!

Last time many of the best items were sold out within a few hours, so please don't delay.  Place your order now so you don't miss out!

The Fine Print

• Only online orders qualify for this promotion. Feel free to order both Clearance Rack and non-Clearance Rack items including digital downloads on the same order.
• There is no minimum purchase required to participate in this special offer - go nuts!
• Qualifying Clearance Rack orders are eligible for hostess benefits/Stampin' Rewards on orders of $150 or more when ordered through my Online Store only!  Bonus!
• Clearance Rack Blitz items are only available while supplies last - so don't wait!  And sorry, but there are no refunds or exchanges on Clearance Rack items.
• Check out all of the Clearance Rack Blitz items in my Clearance Rack Blitz Store.  Be sure to check out the other Clearance Rack Items as well.  They are in separate categories in the menu on the left side - or visit here for ALL CLEARANCE RACK.
• Be sure you enter through my links above.  Otherwise your prices and shipping cost will be higher and you will not qualify for Stampin' Rewards!  
• Yes, your Clearance Rack purchases will still qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program.  DOUBLE BONUS!

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, DAY #23: Keepsake Holiday Ornament...

Today's 25 Days of Christmas project is my version of the ornament on the front of the ornament on the front cover of the Holiday Catalog.

This was one of the projects we made at my Holly Jolly Stamp Camp a few weeks ago.   Since it was only one of many projects we would be doing,  I didn't want to take up too much time with stamping all the images and cutting them out, so I chose to just use Designer Series Paper and Glimmer Paper.  I used the Natural Composition Specialty DSP and brayed Cherry Cobbler onto it.  I love this paper as it is embossed, so the ink will not stick to the embossed designs.  Just use a paper towel to buff the ink off and you have your own custom colored DSP!

Since I made two of these (one as a sample and one during class), I decided to hot glue the ornaments together to have a full 2-sided ornament.  Yes, the two were made with different patterns, but you really only see one side at a time and the colors match, so it works for me.  Here is a side view of the ornament.

Update:  I have gotten several inquires for a tutorial for the ornament.  Since this was a paid class project, I am not sharing the directions for the ornament on my blog.  However, if you purchase the Holiday Ornaments Framelits and/or the Keepsake Ornament Stamp Set or bundle through me, just email me and I will send you a PDF with the instructions.

KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT SUPPLIES:

• Card Stock – Natural Composition Specialty DSP (#126917, $12.95), Champagne Glimmer Paper (#127885, $4.95)
• Ink – Cherry Cobbler
• Ribbon – Crumb Cake 3-1/2" Scalloped Tulle (#127840, $6.95), Linen Thread (#104195, $4.50)
• Accessories – Brushed Bronze Designer Buttons (#127833, $6.95), Antique Brads (#117273, $5.95)
• Tools – Big Shot, Holiday Ornaments Framelits (#127816, $24.95 or purchase in bundle with Ornament Keepsakes stamp set), Designer Rosette Die (#125594, $42.95), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95), Brayer (#102395, $12.50), Silicone Craft Sheet (#127853, $5.95), Hot Glue Gun

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, DAY #22: Two Tags Die Gift Tags...

Today's 25 Days of Christmas projects are two CAS gift tags for your holiday wrapping!  They both feature the Two Tags Die - yup, again.  What can I say? They just make it quick and easy to make tags!

For the first tag, I used square punches of Designer Series paper cut in half diagonally to make a Christmas Tree.  Easy peasy!

DSP CHRISTMAS TREE GIFT TAG SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – Owl Occasions (W#128000 $26.95, C#128003 $18.95), Snow Swirled (W#111690 $24.95, C#127799 $17.95)
• Card Stock – Bashful Blue, Whisper White, Early Espresso, Be of Good Cheer DSP, Champagne Glimmer Paper (#127885, $4.95)
• Ink – Marina Mist Classic, Whisper White Craft
• Ribbon – Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine (#123125, $2.95)
• Punches – Merry Minis Punch Pack (#126882, $16.95), 1-3/8" Square (#119877, $16.95), 1-1/4" Square (#119865, $15.95), 1" Square (#124094, $15.95)
• Accessories – Dazzling Diamonds Glitter (#102023, $4.50), (#119859, $16.95)
• Tools – Big Shot, Two Tags Die (#115954, $21.95), Woodgrain Embossing Folder (#127821, $7.95), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95), 2-way Glue Pen (#100425, $4.50)

The second tag is especially for my girls who love to try and figure out their gifts before Christmas.  Do you think it will discourage them from peeking at their presents?

NO PEEKING 'TIL CHRISTMAS SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – No Peeking (W#126290 $24.95, C#126292 $17.95), More Merry Messages (W#126400 $32.95, C#126402, $24.95)
• Card Stock – Crumb Cake, Gumball Green, Whisper White, Red Glimmer Paper (#121790, $4.95)
• Ink – Cherry Cobbler, Gumball Green, Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint (#116806, $5.95) for Champagne Shimmer Mist
• Ribbon – Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine (#123125, $2.95)
• Punches – 1-3/4 Scallop Circle (#119854, $16.95), l-1/4" Scallop Circle (#127811, $15.95), 1-3/8" Circle (#119860, $15.95), 1" Circle (#119868, $12.95)
• Accessories – Rhinestone Jewel Accents (#119246, $4.95)
• Tools – Big Shot, Two Tags Die (#115954, $21.95), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95) 

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, DAY #21: Silver & Gold Christmas Boxes...

Today I have two 25 Days of Christmas projects for you.  They are both wrapping / packaging ideas featuring the Kraft Gift Boxes.  I love these little boxes as they are quick and easy wrapping tools and only cost $2.95 for four boxes.  These boxes may look a little "plain jane" (see the photo at the end of the post), but don't let that fool you!  With just a little bit of help, these boxes can be dazzling!

My go-to design choice for these boxes is panels of Designer Series Paper, which is great, of course.  However, I decided to step outside of "the box", so to speak.  This silver box features our Platinum Shimmer Paint.  I just sponged the paint on the box with a Sponge Dauber.  This color of shimmer paint is opaque and results in this yummy foil coverage!   LOVE!

I used a Silver Dazzle Marker on the edge of the oval punch out to add a little pizazz.  Here is a closeup of the box, so you can really see the "silver foil" yumminess of the Platinum paint! 

NOEL SILVER FOIL BOX SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – Greetings of the Season (W#128030 $15.95, C#128033 $11.95)
• Card Stock – Whisper White, Red Glimmer Paper (#121790, $4.95)
• Ink – Cherry Cobbler,  Silver Dazzle Marker (#128978, $3.50), Platinum Shimmer Paint (#1116807, $5.95)
• Ribbon – Cherry Cobbler 3-1/2" Scalloped Tulle (#127841, $6.95)
• Punches – Decorative Label (#120907, $16.95), Extra-Large Oval (#119859, $16.95)
• Accessories – Kraft Gift Boxes (#124106, $2.95), Clear Stampin' Emboss Powder (#109130, $4.75)
• Tools – Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95), Sponge Daubers (#102892, $10.95)

For my second box, I chose a "gold" palette and used our fabulous Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint.  Again, I sponged the Shimmer Paint on the box with a Sponge Dauber.  However, this color shimmer paint is quite different from the Platinum - it is very shimmery and transparent.

It is so hard to capture the golden shimmer with the camera.  I took dozens of pictures, but none of them do this box justice.  If they showed the shimmer, then the picture was very blurry.  You can see it on the top of the box a bit better here, but still is so much more glittery and beautiful in person.

GOLDEN SNOWFLAKES BOX SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – Snowflake Soiree (W#127922 $29.95, C#127925 $21.95), 
• Ink – Early Espresso, Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint (#116806, $5.95)
• Ribbon – Early Espresso 3-1/2" Scalloped Tulle (#119859, $16.95)
• Accessories – Kraft Gift Boxes (#124106, $2.95), Iridescent Ice Stampin' Emboss Powder (#101930, $4.75)
• Tools – Sponge Daubers (#102892, $10.95)

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!

25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, DAY #20: Wrap it Up with Wreath Wishes Glassine Bag...

Today's 25 Days of Christmas project is a simple little bag I did to hold a little treat for your someone special.  And they are easy enough to make a dozen of them! 

I used the Glassine Bags that are part of the Ghoulish Googlies Designer Kit in the Holiday Catalog or the Petite Treats Bundle  (#132770, $13.50 - a $16.85 value).  I ordered bunches of extras (I can always use those adorable googlies!) as I LOVE this little glassine bag!  I embossed it as I really like the extra detail it adds to the bag.

This project also features a SNEAK PEEK of a stamp set coming in the Spring Catalog - That's the Ticket.    I have been waiting for a stamp set that fits the Ticket Duo Punch and this one is great because it covers so many holidays and occasions!

I used the Delicate Doilies Sizzlit to make the wreath and then used the smallest Floral Frames Framelit to cut out the center hole.  Then I embossed the the larger cut-out, put them together and added a Scalloped Tulle Bow and some Dazzling Details berries.  Enjoy!

WREATH WISHES WRAP IT UP BAG SUPPLIES:

• Stamp Sets – (W#12 $26.95, C#12 $18.95)
• Card Stock – Gumball Green, Whisper White
• Ink – Cherry Cobbler
• Ribbon – Cherry Cobbler Scalloped Tulle (#127841, $6.95)
• Punches – Ticket Duo Builder (#119859, $16.95)
• Accessories – Cherry Cobbler Dazzling Details (#125585, $2.50), Glassine Bags from Ghoulish Googlies Designer Kit (#126914, $7.95) OR  Petite Treats Bundle (#132770, $13.50 - a $16.85 value)
• Tools – Big Shot, Delicate Doilies Sizzlits (#126999, $21.95), Floral Frames Framelits (#127012, $26.95), Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder (#127819, $7.95), Stampin' Dimensionals (#104430, $3.95) 

LOYALTY REWARDS - When you purchase $50 or more, you qualify for my Loyalty Rewards program!  This Frequent Stamper program is my way of saying "thank you" to my returning customers in appreciation of their business and is in addition to other Stampin' Rewards.  Earn FREE stamps with MarieStamps.com!