January Information

 Hi Ladies,

Happy New Year to all of you!  I hope that you had wonderful holidays with your family and friends.  I did, but am looking forward to getting back into the swing of things and seeing all of you.  I have a few changes to tell you about for 2011. 

First, because so many of you make different sized scrap pages, I am going to change my monthly layouts to from 12 x 12 to 6 x 6 pages.  That way, no matter what size page you prefer, you can use the 6 x 6 pages as part of your pages using progressive scrapping or just adding the 6 x 6 to your preferred page size as your focal point, adding your journaling or additional pics.  Also, for those of you new to scrapping, it is a little less intimidating because it's a smaller page to fill....LOL.

Second, I am learning how to use My Digital Studio.  That is Stampin' Up's digital scrap and card making program.  Although I am not ready to hold creative training sessions yet, I can tell you that it is one really amazing program.  I can't believe the fun things you can do with the click of your mouse.  For those of you who are intimidated by scrapbooking or just feel you don't have the time, this is one quick and easy way to create wonderful pages just by downloading your pics onto your computer.  I can't wait to show you how to use it!  My goal is to start classes in March using the program.

Third, you have spoken and told me that you prefer to make 6 cards each month instead of 3.  From now on, we'll be making 6 cards for $10 at our monthly card workshops. 

Now, on to January events!!!

Tuesday, January 11th from 3:45 to 8:00 PM - Regular Scrap Workshop at my home- Come and go as you need to.  Make a two page 6 x 6 Layout for $5.  Spend $35 and your project is free!  See attached pic for January layout.  I had fun with this one....RSVP deadline is Friday, January 7th.Tuesday, 
 









January 18th from 3:45 - 8:00 PM - Regular Card Workshop at my home - 6 cards for $10.  Come and go as you need to.  This month, I'm giving you some choices.  Because regular February card workshop will be after Valentine's Day, we'll be making Valentine cards this month.  But if you don't do Valentine cards or don't need 6 of them, I also have modified the cards so you could do them for wedding cards instead.  See the attached pics, as I have created a Valentine card and a wedding card of each.  As always, if you spend $35 you will receive your cards for free.  RSVP Deadline for this workshop is also Friday, January 7th.

 

Saturday, January 22nd - 10 AM - 9 PM - Zion Lutheran Scrap Fundraiser.  Cost for this fundraiser is $25 and includes all your meals.  I am just one of many vendors at this event, so be sure to check it out.  I will be offering 3 x 3 valentines as my free make and take project.  See attached picture for details.  I'll also be doing one-on-one demos of My Digital Studio so you can see it in action.  I will also be donating 10% of my sales back to the fundraiser.  A flyer with all registration information is attached for you.  I believe that seating is limited, so if you're interested, call Heather soon!

Saturday, February 5th - 8 AM - 5 PM - Sandusky Kiwanis Fundraiser Crop.  Cost for this fundraiser is also $25 and includes lunch and snacks.  There are many vendors at this event too and the building is a wonderful place to scrap with lots of space and great lighting.  I haven't decided on my free make and take project for this event yet.  I'll also be doing one-on-one demos of My Digital Studio so you can see it in action.  Seating is limited, so please contact Shannon (details on attached flyer) as soon as possible if you're planning to attend.  

General Information:

1)  Remember, any time you bring a new friend to a workshop at my home, you get to pick 3 cards from my card rack for free! 
2)  Sale-a-bration begins on January 25th.  Any time you place an order with me of $50 or more, you get to choose an item from the Sale-a-bration catalog for free!  Watch your e-mails for more details on Sale-a-bration as the time gets closer.
3)  I also do workshops away from my home.  If you have a group of friends or family that are interested in monthly card or scrap workshops at your home or theirs, I would love to get you started.  Feel free to ask questions about these workshops.  We can run those workshop in one of two ways:
    a)  Just like my regular workshops, where your group pays me for the
         projects they make with no monthly purchase requirement  OR
    b)  Each month, a different person holds the workshop in their home and is
         the hostess for the month, receiving hostess benefits for all orders
         placed that evening.

Whew!  Think that will keep us hopping for the month?  I sure do!  Looking forward to seeing all of you soon! 

Tracy

50% OFF STARTER KITS!!! WOW!!!!

I am just so excited about Stampin Up's latest special!!!  They are offering 50% off Starter Kits.  ONLY $87.50 for over $300 worth of product!!!  The special includes both the regular starter kit OR the digital starter kit shown below.

Here are some of the benefits of being a Stampin' Up Demonstrator......

1)  You gets discounts on ALL your orders (at least 20%)

2)  With your first order as a demonstrator with Stampin'

     Up, you receive 30% off 

3)  You'll receive monthly magazines from Stampin' Up showing all the

     new products, along with tons of great ideas!

4)  Get the new catalogs in your mailbox before anybody else

5)  Buy things from the mini catalogs a month before anybody can!

6)  Go onto the Stampin Up website and see thousands and thousands

     of samples from demonstrators.

7)  Support from me and lots of other wonderful Stampin' Up women

Yes, I know what some of you are thinking -  "I don't want to go out and sell" or "I don't want to have classes at my house" or "I'm not creative enough".  Guess what?   I used all of those excuses at one time too.  You don't have to do anything you don't want to.  The only thing needed to stay active is $300.00 in sales each quarter (every 3 months).  And you can steal all the ideas you need from me or Stampin' Up's thousands of demos using the Stampin' Up website.     

I'm so excited about this special!  The cost of the kit is incredible.  The opportunity is great.  And I'd love to be able to share it with you. 

If you think this is a good deal and have ANY questions about it, feel free to call me or e-mail me.  If you think this is for you, we can fill out paperwork by hand or you can sign up on my website.  Starting Monday, November 15th, you can go to http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/tracylipskey.  Click on Start your Own Business, then Join Now.   The password you need is to do that is parker01.  I'd love to walk you through the process. 

Don't hesitate to ask questions!

Tracy

November Workshop Information

Hi Ladies,

Does anyone else feel like life is spinning at a pace that they can't keep up with?  Wow!  Lately, it seems as the hours just fly by and I can't keep up!!  I can't wait to sit down and enjoy my workshops with all of you.  Total fun and stress relief in one......Here are the details for upcoming November workshops.  Watch the blog for details on the final Christmas Card Workshops and Holiday Gift Workshops.  

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH FROM 3:45  - 8:00 PM - Regular card workshop.  You overwhelmingly showed me in October that you wanted to make 6 cards, so I will be offering the option to make cards 1, 2, and 3 below for $5 or all 6 cards attached for $10.  These cards highlight the Autumn Days stamp set.  Purchase that stamp set and get a yard of ribbon free!  THE LAST DAY TO RSVP FOR THIS WORKSHOP IS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH.  

 

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Very Vanilla Cardstock

Chocolate Chip Ink Pad

Autumn Days Stamp Set

God's Blessings Stamp Set

Thoughts and Prayers Stamp Set

5" Chocolate Chip 1/4" Grossgrain Ribbon

Stampin' Pastels

Sponge Daubers

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Old Olive Cardstock

3 3/4 x 4 1/4" Early Espresso Cardstock

3 1/2 x 4" Very Vanilla Cardstock

12" Linen Thread

Autumn Days Stamp Set

Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set

Word Play Stamp Set

Glue Dots

Old Olive, Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Peach Parfait, Cherry Cobbler & Daffodil Delight Ink  Pads

 

 5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Crumb Cake Cardstock

More Mustard, Crumb Cake, and Chocolate Chip Inks

Autumn Days Stamp Set

Word Play Stamp Set

A Word for You Stamp Set

1 3/4" Circle Punch

Sponge

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Very Vanilla Cardstock

5 1/4 x 4" Chocolate Chip Cardstock

5 x 3  3/4" Pine DSP

2 - 2 1/2 x 2 1/2" Chocolate Chip Cardstock

2- 2 1/4 x 2 1/4" Very Vanilla Cardstock

Scraps of Chocolate Chip and Very Vanilla Cardstock

Fabulous Phrases Stamp Set

Autumn Days Stamp Set

Hard to Say Stamp Set

Chocolate Chip Ink

Modern Label Punch

XL Decorative Label Punch

  

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Soft Suede Cardstock

3 x 5" Very Vanilla Cardstock

3 - 1 1/2 x 1 1/2" Soft Suede Cardstock

3- 1 1/4 x  1 1/4" Very Vanilla Cardstock

Soft Suede Ink

8" of Soft Suede Polka Dot Grossgrain Ribbon

Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set

Autumn Days Stamp Set

Gods Blessings Stamp Set

Brad Punch

Scalloped Border Punch

 

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Pear Pizzazz Cardstock

5 1/4 x 4" Bravo Burgandy Cardstock

5 x 3 3/4" Whisper White Cardstock

Scraps of Pear Pizzazz Cardstock

Pear Pizzazz and Bravo Burgandy Ink Pads

Many Merry Messages Stamp Set

Autumn Days Stamp Set

Modern Label Punch

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST  FROM 1 - 3 PM OR WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH FROM 4 - 6 PM - $20: HOLIDAY GIFT WORKSHOP #2.  We'll be making a version of the Chunky Frame below.  Taking advantage of one of Stampin' Up's Holiday Bundles, we'll get 20% off the Chunky Frame and Decor Element used to decorate it.  The pic found below is just a sample offered by Stampin' Up.  You will have access to all of my punches, the Big Shot, and multitudes of paper to make the frame your own.  You could make it a holiday frame or a frame to use year-round.  I will have a couple more of the frames on display at the workshops for ideas.  Because I have to order special supplies for this workshop, THE RSVP DEADLINE FOR THIS WORKSHOP IS ALSO WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH. 

NOVEMBER SPECIALS

1)  I have one more of the Because I Care stamp sets.   During regular card class in  November, I'll be doing a drawing for the set.  How do you get into the drawing?  For every $50 you spend in November, you'll get an entry into the drawing.  I'll pull a winner at the end of the card class.  Get your wish lists ready!!

2)  For the month of November only:  Purchase the Autumn Days Stamp set or another set of equal or greater value and choose a yard of ribbon for free!    And remember, when you spend $35, you get your workshop projects free ($5)!!!

3)  Bring a friend who has never attended one of my workshops before and you can choose 3 cards from my rack for FREE! 

4)  Now is the time to schedule a Christmas card workshop with friends.  Have the workshop at your home or mine.  Be a hostess and receive Stampin' Up's free hostess benefits when your workshop totals $150 or more in sales.  It's a great way for you to get your Christmas card supplies for free!  Ask me for more details.

November is also a time to give thanks for all the blessings we have.  I want to thank all of you for your business, but  most of all your friendship.  I look forward to these classes each  month, knowing that I get to visit with all of you.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. 
Looking forward to seeing all of you soon!  

Tracy

Some Christmas Punch Cards

Here are some more Christmas card ideas for you.  These cards are made using MANY different punches.  It's amazing what you can do with those punches and a little creativity!  What do you think??

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Garden Green Cardstock
5 1/4 x 4" Real Red Cardstock
Scraps of Garden Green, Real Red, Daffodil Delight and Chocolate Chip Cardstock
Rhinestone Jewels
Boho Blossoms Punch
Lg Heart Punch
Small Star Punch
Modern Label Punch
Many Merry Messages Stamp Set
Chocolate Chip Ink

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Whisper White Cardstock
3 3/4 x 3 3/4" Night of Navy Cardstock
Scraps of Basic Black, Whisper White, and Real Red Cardstock
Basic Black Ink Pad
Whisper White Craft Ink Pad
Small Tag Punch
Scalloped Edge Punch
Heart to Heart Punch
Word Window Punch
Wide Oval Punch
3/4" Circle Punch
1/4" Circle Punch
Corner Rounder Punch
Big Shot
Scalloped Square Bigz Die
Many Merry Messages Stamp Set
Best Yet Stamp Set
Black Marker
White Gel Pen

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Crumb Cake Cardstock
3 x 3 Crumb Cake Cardstock
2 1/2 x 5 1/2" Whisper White Cardstock
1 1/2 x 5 1/2" Holiday Lounge DSP
2 3/4 x 2 3/4" Taken With Teal Cardstock
2 x 2" Holiday Lounge DSP
Taken With Teal Ink Pad
Scalloped Edge Punch
Ornament Punch
Silver Elastic

 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" Bashful Blue Cardstock
4 x 5 1/4" Night of Navy Cardstock
Scraps of Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Blushing Bride Cardstock
Word Window Punch
1/2" Circle Punch
3/4" Circle Punch
Small Oval Punch
Tab Punch
Brad Punch
Small Star Punch
2 Brads
Scraps of Raffia
Gold Ink
Night of Navy Ink
God's Blessings Stamp Set

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Old Olive Cardstock
5/8 x 7/8" Daffodil Delight Cardstock
5 1/4 x 4" Chocolate Chip Cardstock
Scraps of Real Red and Old Olive Cardstock and Holiday DSP
Real Red Ink Pad
Big Shot
Top Note Die
1/2" Circle Punch
1 3/4" Circle Punch
Boho Blossoms Punch
Wide Oval Punch
Scalloped Oval Punch
Rhinestone Jewels
Holiday Happiness Stamp Set
Jolliest Time of the Year Stamp Set

I'm sitting inside my warm home while it's freezing outside, listening to the Bearcats on the radio.  Looks like we're heading to the Regional Playoffs.  YAY!!!   Way to go boys!!  Have a wonderful night everyone.

Tracy

November Christmas Card Workshops

Hi Ladies,

I'm finally finding the time to post my second group of Christmas cards from the November workshops.  I had a GREAT time on Wednesday night at the first November workshop and am looking forward to Sunday's group.  We are making 15 cards, 3 each of five different designs for $25.  These cards focus on the versatility of the Big Shot.  I LOVE that machine!  We're embossing and die-cutting for these cards.  If you missed these workshops but would like a kit, please let me know.  Here are the details.......

 

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Always Artichoke Cardstock

3 1/2 x 3 1/2" Real Red Cardstock

3 x 3" Very Vanilla Cardstock

1 x 3 1/2" Christmas DSP

Scraps of Always Artichoke and Real Red Cardstock

Boho Blossoms Punch

Big Shot

Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder

Brads

Brad Punch

Black Stazon Ink

Real Red, Always Artichoke, River Rock Markers

Greeting Card Kids Stamp Set

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Crumb Cake Cardstock
Scraps of Very Whisper White, Crumb Cake and Riding Hood Red Cardstock
Big Shot
NEW!  Northern Frost Decorative Strip Die Cut
Buttons #5 Sizzlet Die
Frost White Shimmer Paint with sponge dauber
Extra Large Decorative Label Punch
Scraps of Linen Thread
12" of Chantilly 1/2" Crochet Trim
Word Play Stamp Set
Riding Hood Red Ink
Chocolate Chip Marker
Color Spritzer Tool

 5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Pear Pizzazz Cardstock
5 1/4 x 4" Bravo Burgandy Cardstock
5 x 3 3/4" Very Vanilla Cardstock
Big Shot
Northern Flurry Embossing Folder
Bravo Burgandy Stampin' Pastels and Sponge Daubers
Bravo Burgandy Ink Pad
Many Merry Messages Stamp Set

 5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Old Olive Cardstock
4 x 5 1/4" Whisper White Cardstock
Old Olive Ink Pad
Lovely As a Tree Stamp Set
Used Dryer Sheet
Dazzling Diamonds Glitter
Big Shot
Top Note Die Frame

5 1/2 x 8 1/2" Real Red Cardstock
2 x 4 1/4" Always Artichoke Cardstock
1 3/4 x 4" Holiday DSP
Scraps of Very Vanilla Cardstock, Real Red Cardstock
Five Petal Punch
Scalloped Oval Punch
6" of Victoria 5/8" Crochet Trim
Big Shot
Petals a Plenty Embossing Folder
Real Red Ink Pad
Holiday Happiness Stamp Set
Shimmer Brads
Brad Punch

I hope you find some inspiration for your Christmas cards too!

Tracy

October Workshops

Hi Ladies,

I hope this post finds all of you well. Because I have been graced with the wonderful civic duty of jury duty for the month of October, on Tuesdays of all days, I have to make some changes to the October schedule. As you probably guessed, there will be no scrapbook pages this month. Instead, I am going to have my first "Holiday Gift" Workshop. I'll be offering three "Holiday Gift" Workshops, one in October, one in November, and one in December. I will be offering the workshops each month on two different days, hoping to accommodate more of your schedules. At the request of one of my wonderful stampers, I am also going to try something new at card workshops. For the last few months, we've been making three cards at the monthly workshop, with the opportunity to purchase a card kit of three additional cards. For the next few months, I'm going to let you make all 6 cards at the workshop if you so desire. You will still be able to make only three cards, if that's what you prefer, for $5, but you will now have the option of making all six cards for $10 right at the workshop. Of course, you are always welcome to order kits if you aren't able to attend. See below for details on October's workshops........

WEDNESDAY, October 20th - Regular Card Workshop from 3:45 - 8:00 PM. Come and go as you need to. $5 for attached cards 1, 2, and 3 or $10 for all 6 cards. Please let me know in your RSVP what you plan to do at the workshop (3 cards or 6) so I have the right amount of materials prepared. RSVP Deadline for the regular card workshop is Wednesday, October 13th.
5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Pumpkin Pie Cardstock
4 x 5 1/4 Basic Black Cardstock
Scraps of Pumpkin Pie and Basic Black Cardstock
Photo Corner Punch
Bitty Bat Punch (Inside Pop-up)
Modern Label Punch
Scalloped Circle Punch
1 3/4" Circle Punch (Inside Pop-up)
1/8" Circle Punch
Big Shot
Spider Web Embossing Folder
Serif Alphabet Die Cut
Scrap of Black Gingham Ribbon
White Gel Pen
Black Marker
Black Ink Pad

Large Oval Punch
Small Oval Punch
1" Circle Punch
5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Old Olive Cardstock
4 x 5 1/4 Very Vanilla Cardstock
Scraps of Pumpkin Pie and Old Olive Cardstock
More Mustard Ink Pad
Daffodil Delight Ink Pad
Cherry Cobbler Ink Pad
Old Olive Ink Pad
Autumn Days Stamp Set
Occasional Quotes Stamp Set



Lovely As a Tree Stamp Set
Greeting Card Kids Stamp Set
5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Tangerine Tango Cardstock
4 x 5 1/4 Basic Black Cardstock
3 3/4 x 5 Whisper White Cardstock
Stampin' Dimensionals
Versamark Ink
Black Embossing Powder
Heat gun
Black Stazon Ink Pad
Concord Crush Ink Pad
Silver Metallic Ink Pad
Always Artichoke Ink Pad
Concord Crush, Daffodil Delight, and Tangerine Tango Markers


5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Concord Crush Cardstock
Scraps of Whisper White and Tangerine Tango Cardstock
XL Scalloped Circle Punch
Black Stazon Ink
Concord Crush, Daffodil Delight, Tangerine Tango, & Garden Green Markers
Stampin' Pastels and Sponge Daubers
Teeny, Tiny Wishes Stamp Set
Greeting Card Kids Stamp Set
Modern Label Punch
5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Old Olive Cardstock
3 1/2" x 4 3/4" Tangerine Tango Cardstock
3 1/4 x 4 1/2 Very Vanilla Cardstock
Scraps of Very Vanilla Cardstock
Baby Wipe
Old Olive, Tangerine Tango, Soft Suede and Riding Hood Red Reinkers
French Foliage Stamp Set
Fabulous Phrases Stamp Set
Cheers to You Stamp Set
Crochet Ribbon
Linen Thread
Small Tag Punch
Brad Punch
5 1/2 x 8 1/2 Pumpkin Pie Cardstock
5 1/4 x 4 Very Vanilla Cardstock
6" Peach Parfait Ribbon
Peach Parfait Ink Pad
Cherry Cobbler Ink Pad
Soft Suede Ink Pad
Fall Foliage Stamp Set
Occasional Quotes Stamp Set
XL Decorative Label Punch
Stampin' Dimensionals


WEDNESDAY, October 27th from 4-6 PM or FRIDAY, October 29th from 7-9 PM- Holiday Gift Workshop - In this first Holiday Gift Workshop, we will be making the awesome 12x12 tiles attached using Stampin' Up's Decor Elements. The cost of the workshop is $25 and you will receive a 12x12 tile, the Season of Thanks Decor Element in Black, a Decor Element applicator, 4 interchangeable ribbons and 4 interchangeable tags. At these workshops, you can also order ANY of the Decor Elements at 10% off! RSVP Deadline for this workshop is Friday, October 15th. Please let me know which date you will be attending.

Accordion Card Holder

Hi Ladies,

Thanks to all of you who attended the Saturday morning accordion card holder class. It was so nice to see all of you! You requested the instructions for the cardholder so you could make them on your own and here they are. They are compliments of Split Coast Stampers. They have so many great projects there to try!

Supplies

• One 6" x 12" piece of patterned paper
  
• One 4" x 6" piece of patterned paper
  
• Two 3 3/4" x 4" pieces of patterned paper
  
• Three 3 7/8" x 5 3/4" pieces of white cardstock
  
• Three 1 3/4" white cardstock circles
  
• One 2" x 6" piece of patterned paper
  
• Cutter with scoring blade or bone folder
  
• Sticky Strip
  
• Decorative border punch, optional
  
• 18" Ribbon
  
• Magnetic or velcro closure
  
• Stamps, ink

Step-by-Step

1. Score the 6” x 12” patterned paper piece at 4-1/2”, 6-1/2” and 11”, creating the base.

   

2. Score the 4” x 6” Patterned Paper piece at 2”.
   
   Use a decorative edge punch on one end if desired.
   
   Attach this piece along the scored 1” section of the base with Sticky Strip.

   

3. Score the 3-3/4" x 4" patterned paper piece every 1/2" across the 4” side.

   

4. Crease scored lines well and attach accordion pieces to the sides of the base. Take care to line up right along the edges of each panel.

   

5. To add the ribbon, put Sticky Strip on the seam underneath the top flap, and attach the ribbon, being sure to center the ribbon so you can tie correctly on top.
   
   Adhere the 2” x 6” patterned paper piece to cover the seam and the ribbon.

   

6. Secure a velcro dot to the inside of the front panel, leaving both sides of the dot connected. Remove the backing of the 2nd side of the dot and close your box, pressing the 2nd side of the dot to the front of the box. Keeping the dots together will ensure that your closure will match up.
   

   

7. Use stamps or markers to label circles and adhere to the backs of the 3-7/8” x 5-3/4"” cardstock pieces. Insert into the accordion slots.

   

8. Add any decorations to the outside of your box - use your punches to create butterflies. flowers, labels, etc.
   

9. Your accordion style card holder is finished.

10. Don't be afraid to try lots of different patterns to create the holders. They're quick and cute and wonderful gifts!