Happy New Catalog Day and Wonderful Promotions!

The best day of the year is here--NEW ANNUAL CATALOG DAY!!! I am so excited!!! By the time you read this, the new catalog should be LIVE and of course There are ALL KINDS OF EXCITING THINGS going on!!!

The new Annual Catalog always brings excitement. New fabulous products and of course added promotions are all the fun! I will have so many wonderful products to share at my Open House and future posts. 

From May 4th-June 14th, you can earn an additional $25 Hostess dollars with a minimum $250 party or order. That will increase your free merchandise to $50. WOW, that's a lot of awesome free merchandise!

With a new annual catalog comes a very long wish list. Why not take advantage of the May Join + Promotion and join my Cafe' Team. During the Month of May, new members will receive $155 of products for just $99. That's an additional $30 of products! Get your wish list filled out and join the fun! I'm happy to chat with you on the wonderful part of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator community. 

I love Stampin' Up! colors and the new 2021-2023 In-Colors are no different. I think these colors are the best yet. You can get the new In-colors through my In-Color Club and earn additional FREE products. Participating in my In-Color club, you will get $20 FREE product and a FREE package of the In-Color gems. Participants also receive monthly In-Color Inspiration ideas. Complete the registration to get started. 

A new Catalog bring new specialty Classes. Don't miss my Simply Succulents Specialty Class. In-Person or "To Go" options are available. Don't delay! Deadline to Register is May 14th. Color and embossing techniques will be the focus of this class. Reserve your class today!

Thanks so much for stopping in. I know I've shared so many wonderful things and it's hard to take in all that goodness! Don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have. I hope you will join me in some fun opportunities happening now.

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe'

 Hi Everyone,

Today I'm having a wonderful time crafting and creating. I have a Stamp set Spotlight for you using the Jar of Flowers set from the current Annual Catalog.

This was such a fun card to create! I loved the idea of having a little opening on the front and then more on the inside. The card base measure 4 1/4" x 11" scored at 5 1/2". The DSP is cut at 4" x 5 1/4". I then used the upcoming Contour Dies to die cut the 3rd largest die. The Basic White Layer is cut at 2 3/4" x 8" scored at 4". Then I trimmed 1/4" off the end. The White Crinkled Ribbon was colored with the Fresh Freesia Stampin' Blends. 

The splatter and sentiments are from the Color & Contour Stamp set coming in the new 2021-2022 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog.

I hope you enjoyed my card today with the Jar of Flowers Stamp set featuring some of the new In-colors. If you liked the colors I used today, you should check out my In-Color Club that begins in May.

Comment and let me know what stamp set would you like me to spotlight next. It would be fun to connect and see what I come up with for your choice. 

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe

Simple yet Stunning Sunday with Two Wonderful Set Combinations

 Hi Everyone,

Welcome to my Simple yet Stunning Sunday post. Today I'm happy to share two wonderful note card sized cards with two of the stamp sets I really like that are on the Last Chance sale by Stampin' Up!

Two sets that I really like include the Comfort & Hope Stamp set and Loyal Leaves Stamp set. The Comfort & Hope Stamp set is perfect to combine with other stamp sets. It is very versatile. 

I used the White Note Cards with Envelopes for the cards I created today. It's so simple to have these for easy stamping. Just the note cards, ink, and stamps. This first note card was created using Crumb Cake ink. I love the neutral color. You can get different tones of the color by inking the stamp, and then stamping on a mat before stamping on the cardstock (also known as stamp off). 

To add that "stunning" look to your cards, be sure to add that touch of "bling" using the Champagne Rhinestones or the Basic Jewel Rhinestones. Depending on your ink choices, it's great to have more than one choice of Rhinestones.

One thing about simple stamping, is that you can create so many wonderful cards by just changing your color of ink. I created almost the same card using Seaside Spray ink. It really gives a whole new look. I cut the stem off the gingko leave by accident, but I think it works.  

You can check out my video and create along with me. I'd love to have you subscribe to my channel. 

Thanks again for stopping in. Be sure to check out the annual retiring products. Now through April 15th, you can earn double Loyalty Bucks on any purchases using the Hostess Code: CA9YKG2F at checkout. 

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe

Finding Inspiration Friday, Thank you Treat Boxes

 Hi Everyone,

I'm so glad you stopped in today. I wanted to share the details from my recent video on the "thank you" treat boxes I created for my coworkers. I used the Love you Always Treat boxes that are on page 11 in the January-June 2021 Mini catalog. They are such high quality too.

The Flowers for Every Season DSP and Magenta Madness CS makes this treat box so happy! Spring is in the air and I can't wait to treat my coworkers.

The sentiment and label are part of the Simply Succulent Stamp set and Succulent Dies. 

The Love you Always Treat Boxes are the perfect size too. I found some yummy individually wrapped cookies that will be perfect with coffee or tea. The box holds quite a bit too. 

I hope you enjoyed my post today. You can check out my video for instructions on assembly of the box and my supplies. 

Want to celebrate spring? Just register for the March Madness Virtual Stamp camp on March 27th. I have all the details on my earlier blog post. There are many ways to register and even to get your stamp camp packet for FREE! Don't delay, registration deadline is March 15th, just a few days away.

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe

12 Days of Christmas Cards + Giveaway Winners Announced

 Hi Everyone,

It's time for another 12 Days of Christmas Cards. Today is also specials because 3 winners are announced who participated in the 12 Days of Stampin' Giveaways. How fun! First, let's take a look at my Christmas card for today's post.

My card features the Peace and Joy Bundle which is retiring at the end of December. I really like the star burst stamp or snowflake stamp. You decide which it is. 

And now for the fun part. It's time to reward 3 wonderful stamping friends with gifts from my stampin' Giveaway. It won't be going 12 days as planned, but that's okay. 

Ann will receive the upcoming Floating and Fluttering Bundle from the January-June Mini Catalog.

Laurie will receive the Many Messages bundle that is also upcoming in the January-June Mini Catalog.

Cindi will receive the Band Together Bundle from the Annual Catalog. 

Thanks so much for your support. You goodies will be in the mail soon.

Thanks so much for joining me today. Be sure to check out all the specials happening now. Let me know if I can help in any way. 

Happy Stampin'

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe

It is the most wonderful time to treat yourself to some fantastic savings! The Year-End Clearance features sales up to 50% off of retiring August-December Mini Catalog. This sale runs through December, but while supplies last. 

I love every time Stampin' Up! Refreshes the Clearance Rack! There are always great deals on wonderful products. 

One of my promotions with every catalog release is my paper share. You won't want to miss a sampling of all the new papers, including the Sale-A-Bration papers too! You can get more details from my recent blog post. 

Happy Stampin'

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe

A Theme Challenge with The Paper Players

 Hi Everyone,

Thanks for popping in today. I decided to jump on and share my card for The Paper Players (PP520) theme challenge. It's that wonderful countdown for Christmas and it's the perfect time for "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas". 

There is nothing better than a winter wonderland in nature. The Snow Front Stamp set makes this scene spectacular! The snow is glistening and the pond is frozen. 

The trees and mountains have the glittering crystal effects. It gives such an impact with dimension. 

Of course, you want to continue the theme inside for a wonderful finish. There are many wonderful creations on The Paper Players Blog post. Be sure to check them out. You can even create your own Christmas Card.

Thanks again for stopping in. I hope you are inspired by the upcoming holiday to give a little special homemade love to your family and friends.

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe

12 Days of Stampin' Giveaways!

 Hi Everyone,

I'm so excited to bring to you the joy of the holidays and gifts that make you smile. Are you a new stamper? A casual stamper? An avid stamper? It doesn't matter where you sit on the stamping meter, because everyone loves presents!

Who doesn't love the 12 Days of Christmas themes? I love my 12 Mondays of Christmas Card posts and now this upcoming 12 Days of Stampin' Giveaways is awesome. 

Here are the details:

• Place a minimum $25 order through me between November 24th and December 10th.
• Use the Hostess Code: XHUYKCMJ at checkout. This puts your order into the 12 Days drawings.
• You will earn 1 entry for every $25 before shipping and tax. So a $75 order will give you 3 entries.

If you place a minimum $150 workshop order, do not use the hostess code. You will earn hostess benefits. I will still give you entries into the 12 Days drawings (6 entries).

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  12 Days of Stampin' Giveaways will begin daily on December 11th. I will post winners each day on my blog. 
• You can win up to 2 times in the 12 Days drawings. Wow a chance at 2 giveaways is so fun!
• There will be no exchanges available. If you receive something, but you have it or don't care for the style, you can simply gift to another friend. 
• Giveaways include upcoming products in the new January-June mini and the Annual Catalog. Products include, stamp sets, dies, bundles, suites, etc...

• Remember to place your order through me between November 24th and December 10th to qualify. Use the Hostess code: XHUYKCMJ. No loyalty bucks will be given out during this order period.

Thanks so much. I hope you are as excited as I am to give away wonderful Stampin' Up! products. Simply contact me with any questions you have.

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe

Weekly Wednesday Giving Thanks with Gather Together Stamp Set

Hi Everyone,

Welcome to the mid week Wednesday blog. I'm glad you stopped in because it's that time of year to reflect on those things to be thankful for. For me at this time is the ability to be teaching from home in an online school environment. This allows me to help reduce the chances to have my husband become ill from my exposure to viruses. 

The Gather Together Stamp set is a great fall stamp set, but don't think it's only good for fall. The leave stamps and coordinating Gathered Leaves Dies. This set is also offered as a bundle with a 10% discount. You will want both the stamp set and dies because there are so many wonderful leaf images to help you create fantastic projects.

You can see how stunning the leaf dies are on this card! The metallic foil paper helps to have just fabulous leaves!

Thanks so much for taking time to stop in. I appreciate your visit. If you have any stamp sets or occasions you'd like to have me share, just let me know. Check out upcoming classes that you might like to participate in.

This fun and festive class with the Tags Buffet Tags kit and Tags Buffet Stamp set. Participants will create 3 tags and 4 cards using supplies from the kit and other supplies for cardmaking. This $12 class also includes a holder for your projects to take store until you need. This In-person event is limited to 5 participants, but "To Go" kits are unlimited, so contact me to order yours today. 

I just love the projects you will make in the Walk in the Woods Product class. Participants will receive the Walk in the Woods Stamp set and supplies to create 4 wonderful projects using different techniques. There are 5 In-Person kits available and more "To Go" kits available. This is a $30 class including the stamp set and supplies. Contact me to order your class today. 

If you'd like to place an order through me, I would appreciate your business. Shop my online store and use the Hostess code W4AGUGSD. With a minimum $50 order (before shipping and tax). I will send you a package of the Bird Ballad Trinkets. These trinkets are so rich and wonderful!

Thanks again for joining me today. I hope I've inspired you for your own stamping. 

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe

 

Finding Inspiration Friday with the Best Plaid Builder Dies

Hi Everyone,

I'm so glad you stopped in today. First, did you have a chance to get some great deals from the 24 hour stamp set sale Wednesday? I know that ordered a couple of them myself. I ordered a few like the Massive Thanks set, Walk in the Woods set, My Meadow set, and Way to Goat set to name a few. If you ordered any, let me know what you got. Today I wanted to share several cards we created at my Weekly Wednesday stamp class.

The Best Plaid Builder Dies are just that, the best! This first card is all about fall (my favorite season) paired with the Love of Leave Bundle  and the Harvest Hellos stamp set and coordinating Apple Builder punch.

I just love these seeds and leaves. The inside of this project is so cute!

This card was created using the Best Year Stamp set that is included with the bundle purchase with the Plaid Builder Dies. I just love the Seaside Spray In-Color!

The Seaside Spray Metallic Ribbon is so beautiful! It adds just the right touch for this card.

When you use the Best Plaid Builder Dies, you will get lots of squares and rectangles, so don't get rid of them. Use them to create a new project like this sweet baby card. Once we did our first two projects, we had lots of squares. The colors really seemed "baby" to me, so this is what we created.

When we used the dies, I had adhesive sheets, which I would recommend with the thin line die. It made putting the squares down easy. It was a 3"x3" square of white cardstock that we put the squares on. Then the elephants were stamped right on top. It was perfect!

This last card is probably my favorite. It was one that I created on my  Wednesday class live recap on Facebook (Mary's Card Cafe). I share the cards made from class and then I create a card using the same set/dies. I had an idea to do a Christmas card, so this is what I created. The Winter Woods stamp set and coordinating In the Wood Dies are fabulous!

The Red Rhinestones really light up that fantastic white die-cut tree. I really love the tree and green branches behind. 

Wow, that was a lot of great cards! I'd love to know which of the cards you really like. Comment and let me know. I just might send you a little gift of thanks.

Thanks so much for stopping in. I hope I have inspired you to create your own wonderful creations.

Happy Stampin',

Mary Blocher

Mary's Card Cafe