Monday, November 27, 2017

Mini Pizza Gift Box

I am busy (and frantically) prepping for my first major craft fair and wanted to find a way to use the mini pizza boxes in the Holiday Catalogue.  What do you think?? I love how this turned out!

The box design was inspired by Cynthia Curll and the note card was based on a layout from Rhonda Wade. Of course I added my own taste to each.

I purposely decorated the box in such a way that there is nothing adhered to the box itself which will allow me to re-purpose them for another event if they are not big sellers.  Curious? Join me live on my Facebook Page - Gillybean Crafting tomorrow (Tuesday) at 8:15 pm to find out how.  Can't make it?  Check back on my blog on Wednesday for the video upload.

Like what you see?  Why not take advantage of today's FREE shipping offer from SU and order the pizza boxes, year of cheer DSP and foil snowflakes before they disappear on January 3rd.

Current host code for online orders: 37NJGFFY

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Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Coffee Cup Framelits

Did you see my Facebook post that the coffee cup framelits are on sale this week?  These are one of my go to framelits and with two coordinating stamp sets, you can't go wrong!  This is one of the cards I used in my seasonal stamp a stacks this year.  What do you think?

I used the DSP from the Quilted Christmas stack for both the cup and the patterned strip.  A great value at $12.50 for 48 6x6 pieces.

Anyone ordering both the framelits and one of the coordinating stamp sets, will be gifted one of the baker's twine currently on sale.

Current host code for online orders: 37NJGFFY

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Sunday, November 19, 2017

Craft Fair Crazy

I am signed up for my first Christmas Craft Fair at Lynn Fripps Elementary on December 2nd and I am crafting in every spare moment.  I am focusing a lot on cute giftables for secret Santa gifts, teacher or coaches or maybe a neighbour, babysitter or close friend.

The item on the left holds a hand sanitizer and the coffee cup on the right holds some treats as well as a gift card behind it.

I'd love to see you on December 2nd from 10 - 3 but if not any items that do not sell will be posted both here and on my FB page.  I will take preorders for the coffee cups too.


Friday, November 17, 2017

Extravaganza Event - November 20 - 27

For one week at the end of November, Stampin' Up! likes to throw a week long sale to get you in the mood for the holidays.  This year is no different!

The sale starts on November 20th and last until the 26th. The first 24 hours also include an exclusive stamp set sale which will last from 11pm PST on November 19th until 10:59 PST on November 20th.  If you want any of these sets, don't wait!  The remaining items are on sale all week, some up to 50% off.  This remaining list includes loads of framelits!! To close out the week, there will be a second 24 hour sale on November 27th! (items yet to be announced)

I have November 20th off so I will be able to place an order early in the morning on the 20th.  I am willing to take your orders to combine with mine but to do this I can accept etransfer or cash only.  If you would like to pay with credit card, you will need to submit your own orders as will any out of towners.  If you want to add to my order, I must have your list by November 19th at 6 pm - NO exceptions to avoid stock running out.  You must also be prepared to etransfer me your funds within 24 hours of my notification that I was able to secure your items, again NO exceptions.

For anyone placing their own online order, the current host code is: GGDVP3HE. I will have a second host code after the first 24 hour sale is over. I will have a second group order option from the 21st - 26th, but if there are items you really want, I would order at the beginning of the sale to avoid disappointment.
Let me know if you have any questions.



Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Stamparatus - Everything you need to know to reserve yours tomorrow!

To eliminate the backorder issue that can come with a very popular item, Stampin' Up! has introduced a reservation process to get the Stamparatus.  There will be 3 reservation "windows" with 3 delivery dates. 

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 This is how it works:
  1. You will visit my online store (you can use the shop now button on my FB page or use the SU website to search for me as your demo) and sign in to your account. If you do not have an account, create one ahead of time. Registration opens at 1pm PST on November 16th. 
  2. There will be a link for reserving the Stamparatus.  You can order one tool in each of the three registration windows. You will need to enter your credit card info although you will not be charged at this time.

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  3. When the Stamparatus is ready to ship (see the expected dates above) you will receive an email instructing you to go into your shopping cart and finalize your order.
  4. In February & March shipping months you will also earn a Free Sale-a-bration item and you will be promoted at that time to add your selection.
  5. IMPORTANT - when the number of Stamparatus available are reserved the registration will close - first come, first serve!
I'm super excited to get this new tool after I saw it used in multiple ways at OnStage.  If you ever have wished you could stamp your images/sentiments straighter, this is the tool for you!  Also if you wish all stamps could be photopolymer, this will make it seem like those red rubber stamps are!

In a hurry

Are you ever like me and you are in desperate need of a card but feel like you just don't have time to create one?  Hello Memories and More Card Packs!

I had TEN cards designed, prepped and on their way to being put together within one hour last night! 



Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Back From OnStage

I am back from OnStage and feeling super refreshed and so excited for all the amazing products that will be available come January.

Stay tuned for some posts with my make-n-takes from Utah as well as the stamp sets that I won. 

Friday, November 3, 2017

OnStage Swap

Happy Friday!!  I am busy prepping for two classes and for my upcoming trip to Salt Lake City!!!  OnStage is one of Stampin' Up!'s events held exclusively for demonstrators.  We get to network, craft, see the upcoming new catty and SaleABration goodies and play!!!

I'm so excited! This is the card front that I have made to swap with other demos.  I am in the last stages of having 30 of these ready to go.  Want one for yourself?  Place a minimum $25 online order using the host code before I return on the 12th at 6pm and it's all yours.  Paper Pumpkin subscriptions also apply!

Current host code for online orders: GGDVP3HE

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Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Behind the Scenes for Class Prep

As I was working away cutting and sorting and bigshot-ing, I thought I would share!