Did you notice the Good as Gold card kit in the Sale-A-Bration Brochure? It’s on page 12 and includes everything you need to make 8 cards. You don’t even need stamps and ink because the kit comes with pre-printed die cut tags. Not only that but the tags come in THREE languages! The greetings are in English, German and French (at least I think it is French – honestly I don’t know any French). But I do know German – in fact my parents are both from Germany and almost all of my relatives still live in Germany. In fact you might remember last May I took a trip to Germany with my parents. So when I saw the greetings in this kit (which I did not at all notice in the brochure) I was super excited! My mom’s birthday was in February and I made a card for her and used one of the German tags on it. I’ll show it to you in a minute.
First I want to show you one of the cards made just like the kit was designed:
It’s a cute Polka Dot card. Add the banner pieces to the front including a gold banner and the greeting. I used the little punched out star too. Bakers twine and Gold Elastic card are tied around the front of the card. The envelope has a gold liner.
At my last team meeting Sue shared with us an alternate idea – she cut each of the Polka Dot card bases in half and used them as a layer on a regular sized card. Then we added die-cut and embossed flowers and a button. This is the one that I made for my mom.
The tag says “for you” in German. So it was perfect for my mom!
In my Sale-A-Bration class last month I shared another idea on how to use this kit – you can use the cards to make a cute little bag perfect for some candy – like gold foil covered chocolate kisses perhaps. I found this one on Pinterest.
I used the Simply Scored board to add the score lines to create the sides and bottom of the box. Punch a hole in the top to add the twine, cord and tags. I used half pieces of the twine and cord that were included in the kit. It’s a tiny little bag but super cute. Hang tight – let me go find the measurements for scoring it so I can share those with you.
Ok – I’m back. You want to start with the card piece 6-1/2″ x 5″ – which means you trim off 1/2″ on the side that is 7″ when the card is open and not folded. Then line it up on the score board so the existing score line is at 3-1/2″ on the board. Now add a score line at 1/2″, at 2-1/2″, and at 5-1/2″. This creates the four sides of the box plus the piece to overlap for gluing. Turn your card stock to score along the bottom edge at 1″. Cut on the score lines up to that 1″ line to create the tabs for the bottom. You’ll also have one extra little rectangle on the overlap piece that you can just cut off to get it out of the way. Glue the bottom tabs to make the bottom of the bag. Pinch the sides to make the top come together and tie it shut with the twine & cord.
I hope you like all of these ideas. Sale-A-Bration ends at the end of March! You can choose this Good as Gold kit as one of your free items when you order $50 in product.
Tuesday came and went but there is lots to share with you. Here we go –
Here is what we have going on this week. – SHOP HERE.
Sale-A-Bration has started!!! 1/28 – 3/31 – It’s our biggest event of the year! For every $50 you spend you get a FREE Sale-A-Bration gift! The brochure this years features Bundles of $50+ products with a suggested free gift item – these are just easy ideas of a bundle of products that you may want – but you aren’t limited to these bundles – you can order anything you want to earn your free gifts – look at the annual catalog, the occasions catalog and online.
– You can also host a party and earn extra hostess benefits with a qualifying party!
– Or plan to join my team – for $99 you choose $150 of products plus get a 20% discount on the rest of your purchases.
The Texture Boutique Embossing Machine is back! We sold if for a brief time last year and it was such a hit that it will be added to the annual catalog. Until then Stampin’ Up! has a limited supply to sell now.
I wanted to share several Stampin’ Up! related updates with you – new stamp sets and products and some news about the owner of Stampin’ Up!
A new promotion for September – 15% off Butterfly Bundle – that includes the Papillion Potpourri stamp set and Bitty Butterfly punch.
Clear-Mount Bundle #135311 = $26.27
Wood-Mount Bundle #135312 = $$29.67
A new Best of Stamp set – Best of Autumn #134390 – $14.95 – Clear Mount set.
The new ENVELOPE PUNCH BOARD (#133774) is here!! Use this creativity-boosting tool to create anything from itty bitty to long and skinny envelopes!
It creates totally customizable envelopes in up to 66 different sizes
It’s super easy to use
It’s small and lightweight
It even has a slick scoring tool as well as a punch that lets you create rounded corners
It’s easy to keep it all together
The price is terrific $19.95
It will be in next year’s annual catalog!
And now a bit of news – Shelli the CEO and cofounder of Stampin’ Up! was involved in a riding accident in southern Utah last week; the horse she was riding stumbled, tossing Shelli off and then rolled over her. Shelli was taken to the Kanab hospital where X-rays were taken and she was diagnosed with a fractured pelvis, broken wrist, and broken collarbone. She was then flown to a hospital in Salt Lake City. She was moved from the trauma floor to a rehab floor in the last day or so. She is in a great deal of pain and has a long recovery ahead of her. If you would like to read the updates you can visit her blog at www.soshelli.com – her husband Sterling has been posting some updates on the accident and her recovery progress. She is the sweetest person – truly a special lady – you can see that she still has a smile on her face in the photos that Sterling posted. I hope she recovers quickly and completely. Keep her in your prayers.
Q&AQ: I keep hearing about Paper Pumpkin. What is it?A: The simple answer is that it’s a paper crafting kit you receive in the mail each month. The truth is that it’s more. It’s a little piece of fairytale magic delivered to your door to give you a creative escape in the midst of your everyday busy and chaotic life! (If that makes me your fairy godmother, I guess I’m good with that!)
What’s included in the Paper Pumpkin kits?
Part of the magic is the mystery and surprise! You’ll never know exactly what you’ll receive.
The projects could be cards, décor, gifts, mini albums, and more. It’s different every month!
The first kit will include cards, a clear block to use with clear stamps, clear stamps, embellishments, ink, and simple instructions.
You’ll save the clear block to use with the stamps included in future kits.
Future kits will include your pre-designed, pre-cut project pieces and instructions, plus any stamps, inks, or embellishments used in the project.
You only need basic tools like scissors and adhesive! (Plus the clear block from your first kit.)
Keep your inks and stamps from the kits to use on your own projects.
How much does a Paper Pumpkin membership cost each month?
Paper Pumpkin is only $19.95 each month and that includes the shipping cost!
Your credit card will be billed once your kit ships, usually on or about the 10th of each month.
Sign up by August 31st and you can get your first 2 months for only $10 each!
When do I receive the Paper Pumpkin kits?
Paper Pumpkin kits ship on or about the 10th of each month via United States Postal Service.
Delivery times will vary a bit depending on your location.
How long will it take to make each Paper Pumpkin project?
Paper Pumpkin projects are designed to be fun and quick!
You can usually complete them in less than an hour.
Or do a bit now and a bit later.
Or dig into your crafting stash and add a bit of your own flair to the projects. It’s your fairytale; you get to write the ending!
What if I want to stop receiving Paper Pumpkin?
You can cancel at any time.
If you cancel before the 10th, you won’t receive that month’s kit.
If you just need a break while you are gone on vacation, or such, you can put your membership on hold for a month.
It’s simple to manage your account online at www.MyPaperPumpkin.com
How to get the Paper Pumpkin Deal?
Right now, and only through August 31st, 2013, you can sign up and receive your Paper Pumpkin kits for only $10/month for the first 2 months!
To get the deal just use the Promo Code: PUMPKINDEAL
Really, you don’t want to miss this! It’s a great opportunity to give Paper Pumpkin a try for only $10 a month.
You can cancel at any time, or continue your subscription at $19.95/month after the first 2 months.
I know you’ll want to give Paper Pumpkin a try during this super deal! Visit www.MyPaperPumpkin.com and register today. Please remember to list me (Monika Davis) as your demonstrator when asked at the end of checkout – I greatly appreciate it.
Every month the kit is completely different. Here is what my Paper Pumpkin customers received last month:
Here’s what my customers received in June:
Questions? Just call or email me. I’m happy to help answer your questions and help you register if you prefer to work directly with me!
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It’s a cute Polka Dot card. Add the banner pieces to the front including a gold banner and the greeting. I used the little punched out star too. Bakers twine and Gold Elastic card are tied around the front of the card. The envelope has a gold liner.
The tag says “for you” in German. So it was perfect for my mom!
