Ring in the New Year with Light the Sky Bundle by Stampin' Up!

Hi Everyone,

I'm am so excited for 2023 to be over! I'm ready for 2024 where I can begin to work on organization, self care, and of couse more creativity! Today I'm sharing the wonderful Light The Sky Bundle by Stampin' Up! This bundle is not retiring, but won't be available for a 10% discount after January 3rd. This very versitile bundle is something you need to treat yourself with. 

If you look at the 2 layouts that are above, my friend, Susan made the beautiful navy and gold one. I was inpired and decided to create mine using a different color idea. 

For my version, I decided to use a pop of color with Berry Burst. The designer paper I used was from the retired Celebrate Everything 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper. I love the black and white fireworks and the colorful black drop design. 

One of the great things about these dies is the different ways they die-cut pieces. Many don't die-cut out full pieces, but cut designs into the paper. I think you can use some of them for snowflakes as well. 

If you like this layout, you can create your own. There are so many designer papers to choose from too, so your creations can go on for so many occasions. Here are the measurements for my card.

• 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" Thick Basic White scored at 4 1/4"
• Berry Burst- 1 piece cut at 5 3/8" x 4 1/8"
• Berry Burst- 1 piece cut at 5 1/4"  4" (inside of card)
• Basic White 3 3/4" x 5" (Inside of card)
• 2 coordinating pieces of DSP (I used Celebrate Everything, but it's retired)
• One pattern each has 2 pieces. I will say DSP "A" and DSP "B"
• DSP "A" - 3" x 7/8" and 4" x 7/8" (top and bottom)
• DSP "B" - 4 1/4" x 7/8" and 3 1/4" x 7/8" (sides)
• Sentiment piece - 3 1/4" x 2" Center piece
• Scrap white for main firework to stamp and die-cut. 

Well there is just one more thing to remind you of. If you want to order this with a 10% discount, but sure to order by January 3rd. After that date, the 10% discount goes away and you have to order the products with their ouwn order numbers. 

I hope you like my project today. I wonder, are you more of a gold and navy person or a pop of color person. I'd love to hear from you. 

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café

 

Welcome 2024 with Fluffiest Friend's Specialty Class

 

Hi Everyone,

It's the perfect time to stop in on my blog today I'm sharing all about my first Specialty Class of the New Year. It's the Fluffiest Friends Specialty Class. What makes a class specialty? 

• Specialty Classes that I offer have In Person and To Go options
• Participants receive products such as 1/2 packages of Designer Series Papers, full embellishment packs, and more
• Four to five projects are included as well as a bonus project (mystery). This can be home decor' or packaging. 

My Specialty Classes are on the last Sunday of the month in my workshop room, and the To Go packets are mailed on Monday. A PDF tutorial is included. If you haven't seen the Fluffiest Friends Bundle in the Online Exclusives Products, you are missing out!

Here are the details for the Fluffiest Friends Specialty Class:

There is nothing better than getting a cozy feeling from a cute handmade card.  It's my first specialty class of the year with the Fluffiest Friends Bundle from the Online Exclusives products with Stampin' Up! This class includes the supplies you need (+ extra supplies). for four fabulous cards + one bonus mystery project. This can be a packaging idea or a home decor' DIY. 

**Participants who register and pay in December can choose a Level 1 Saleabration item in January.

• Class A option includes: $28 
• "In Person" in my workshop room on Sunday, January 28th at 1:00pm (PT)
• 1/2 package of the Bee Mine 12" x 12" DSP
• 1 package of the Hearts and Flowers Epoxy shapes
• 1 yard of the Sweet Sorbet Ribbon
• Supplies for 4 cards + one bonus mystery project 

• Class B Option includes: ($28 + $6.95 Shipping)
• Same supplies for option A
• "To Go" Option to complete projects at home with an included PDF Tutorial
• To Go kits will be mailed on Monday, January 29th
• Additional supplies you need to complete your projects at home are listed on my blog post

To reserve your seat or "To Go", simply fill out this form. Reminder that the In Person class is on Sunday, January 28th at 1:00 pm. I will ship "To Go" packets on Monday, January 29th. Deadline to register for this class is January 20th. Space is limited for In Person seating. 

A bonus gift is given if you reserve your seat or kit in December. Participants registering in December can choose a Level 1 Saleabration item in January!

When you register for my Specialty Classes with the To Go option, you will need to have some supplies at home to complete the projects. I have a list below of the products I will be using that you will need to supply. If you don't want the Fluffiest Friends Bundle, you may have a substitute set you can use. I will die-cut out any builder dies we will be using like the bee hive and branches. 

Thanks again for stopping in. I've shared a few of the fun projects we are making, but I won't spoil all the fun. You might see another project soon on my YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. I hope that you fill out the registration form for my first Specialty Class in January.

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café

These supplies are listed as suggestions. If you prefer to use a different stamp set or coloring tools, that's just fine. I included a complete set of markers and blocks. You don't need full sets, but I wanted to be sure that you know to have coloring tools and blocks for your stamps. I also think having the complete sets are great for future stamping. The Stampin' Up! clear blocks are the best! They are thick with notches for your fingers, so you don't get ink on them.