Sending Love

Sending Love is about people and communities coming together to make a festive gesture towards another person who may experience loneliness over Christmas. It is one person putting love and thought into a card to pass a smile and a sense of feeling remembered and loved onto another person. It is not an organisation, or a charity; Sending Love is a platform and vehicle to enable sending love from one individual to another. It is an avenue to teach communities and children about the power of a simple act of kindness, and the impact this can have on the recipient. It is also about raising awareness in communities across the country of what may be behind closed doors, the sad reality of the loneliness that exists around us all, and that each and every one of us are empowered and have the capacity to be part changing that.

We have a drop-off point in Hastings so if you have more Christmas cards than you need, perhaps you might like to do this for someone lonely over Christmas.

Cards can be left at 

Lollipops Educare Hastings

406 Queen Street, East Hastings

Reserve Now!!

It’s big news when something breaks the mold and changes everything. The Stamparatus will change the way you stamp, and before long, you’ll wonder how you crafted without it! Why do YOU need one? You’ll fall in love with stamping all over again when you learn everything you can do with it!

• Make multiples with ease
• Consistently stamp crisp, clean images
• If you want a darker impression, apply more ink and restamp—no need to start over
• Make fewer mistakes, saving time and money
• Easily create 2-step, 3-step, and 4-step stamped images using reversible plates
• Develop new and specialized stamping techniques with adjustable stamping plates and precision placement.

I need product details!

• Compatible with Stampin’ Up!’s red rubber and photopolymer stamp
• Foam mat to use with photopolymer stamps
• Rulers and gridlines for quick measuring
• 2 open sides so you can stamp on larger paper
• 2 reversible plates: a total of 4 surfaces to work with
• 2 magnets to hold the paper in place
• Magnet storage areas
• Retail Price–$99.00 

RESERVE NOW for the 17-30 November 2017 reservation window with delivery on or around 1 February 2018. The reservation window opens at 8:00 AM (AEDT) on 17 November. While supplies last.

RESERVATION WINDOWS	AVAILABLE TO SHIP
17–30 November 2017	Approx. 1 February 2018
6–30 December 2017	Approx. 19 March 2018
16–30 January 2018	Approx. 15 April 2018

How do you reserve your Stamparatus?

Check it Out Here

and Here

3 parts to this sale:

1. Monday Nov. 20th, 24 hour stamp sale: 20% off selected sets - see previous blog post.
2. Nov. 2o - 26: Exclusive deals priced at 10% to 50% off - see list below
3. Nov. 27:  24 hour flash sale.. check back soon for all the details

Download the pdf Here

24 Hours Only

STAMPIN’ UP!’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR

STAMPIN’ UP!’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR

Can you believe it? Stampin’ Up! is entering its 30th year of stamping fun and the celebrations are beginning. Started in Shelli’s living room in 1988, Stampin’ Up! has become so much more than just a stamping company—it has become a way to create opportunities, build relationships, and share the joy of crafting.

We will be celebrating throughout the entire year, so keep your eyes out for 30-year delights for the next 12 months! As our customers, we want you to be celebrating right along with us. How can you celebrate all year long? We’ve got a few ideas.

Make a goal to send out 30 cards. Feature 30 different stamp sets on your blog throughout the year. Share Stampin’ Up! with 30 new people.

We can’t wait to see what this year (and the next 30!) have in store for all of us.

Love it. Live it. Share it. struts@clear.net.nz www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/deanadesign/blog wwwthesearemystampscomdeanadesign.thesearemystamps.com Remember, a handcrafted card is like sending a hug with a fold in the middle!

Welcome to the Party

We’re entering the “most wonderful time of the year,” and not just because of the holidays. For us, it’s because Online Extravaganza is starting soon! During this promotion, we will have exclusive deals and sales available for limited times. At this time of the year, people are shopping more, ready to spend money and looking for deals. This is why we have Online Extravaganza.

People are shopping for gifts and with so many options out there, we want to have great variety for you. With different offerings coming throughout this promotion, you’ll want to keep in touch and check back for all the great surprises we have in store. The changing options will keep you excited for the next deal and allow you to stay ahead of the competition during the busy shopping season.

More extravaganza excitement! Through 26 November, shop exclusive sales and deals on select items. Deals end 26 November 11:59 PM.

Our first incredible offering of this promotion will be the 24-hour stamp sale. Select stamp sets will be 20% off for the first 24 hours of Online Extravaganza. Because of the limited time urgency of this sale, this is a great opportunity for you to stock up on awesome stamps! Stamp Sale starts 20 November 12:00 AM and ends 20 November 11:59 PM.

To close out Online Extravaganza with a bang, we are offering a special 24-hour flash sale on 27 November, after other Online Extravaganza deals end on the 26th.  Make sure to check back here for the announcement and more details!

Check Out the Deals Here

My pick in the 24-hour sale is Touches of Texture stamp set down from $69.00 to $55.20 in clearmount and from $94.50 to$75.60 in wood.

and in the exclusive deals 20-26 November, there are lots of framelits, thinlits and punches etc reduced in price.

So if you are interested, Check out the Deals Here and either email me asap at struts58@outlook.com or purchase directly through my Online Store

LIVE IT, LOVE IT, SHARE IT

Stockings and Celebrations

A TIME FOR TRIMMING

This week we’ve got a brand new video featuring the Trim Your Stocking Thinlits™ Dies! This bundle is a must-have for all holiday crafting. Watch the video; it’s time to start planning how you’ll trim your own stockings! Watch Here struts@clear.net.nz www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/deanadesign/blog wwwthesearemystampscomdeanadesign.thesearemystamps.com Remember, a handcrafted card is like sending a hug with a fold in the middle!

STAMPARATUS

It’s big news when something breaks the mold and changes everything. The Stamparatus will change the way you stamp, and before long, you’ll wonder how you crafted without it! Why do YOU need one? You’ll fall in love with stamping all over again when you learn everything you can do with it!

• Make multiples with ease 
• Consistently stamp crisp, clean images
• If you want a darker impression, apply more ink and restamp—no need to start over
• Make fewer mistakes, saving time and money
• Easily create 2-step, 3-step, and 4-step stamped images using reversible plates
• Develop new and specialized stamping techniques with adjustable stamping plates and precision placement

I need product details!

• Compatible with Stampin’ Up!’s red rubber and photopolymer stamps
• Foam mat to use with photopolymer stamps
• Rulers and gridlines for quick measuring
• 2 open sides so you can stamp on larger paper
• 2 reversible plates: a total of 4 surfaces to work with
• 2 magnets to hold the paper in place
• Magnet storage areas
• Retail Price–$99.00

Take a look: 

Here you can see the Stamparatus in action. You really MUST watch it as there are several fabulous features that put the Stamparatus head and shoulders above similar products on the market.

How do you get your hands on one? Stampin' Up! are trialling a new reservation system. To be able to reserve one, you will need to have an account in My Online Store. There will be three windows of opportunity to order, and you will need to click on the 'RESERVE' button in my Online Store to reserve your Stamparatus. You will need to provide your Credit Card information at this time. When the Stamparatus is ready to be shipped, Stampin' Up! will be in touch with you to confirm payment. You will not be charged until then.

RESERVATION WINDOWS/	AVAILABLE TO SHIP
17–30 November 2017	Approx. 1 February 2018
6–30 December 2017	Approx. 19 March 2018
16–30 January 2018	Approx. 15 April 2018

There are a limited number of Stamparatus available during each window, and you can only order one per reservation window. If all Stamparatus are reserved before the window is due to end, it will end early. Don't worry if you miss out - the Stamparatus will be available to order as usual in the next Annual Catalogue. If your Stamparatus is due to be shipped (reserved during the first two windows) during Sale-A-Bration, you will be able to add to your order so that you can receive a SAB gift.

Please note that I CANNOT order the Stamparatus for you during the preorder. The only way to get one is via my Online Store. If you need more information or help, please get in touch.. The first window opens on Friday 8:00 AM (AEDT), so you will need to be ready before then. I'm guessing that they may sell out very quickly!

I will leave you with that information for now - it's a bit to get your head around, so don't hesitate to get in touch if you get stuck on anything.

Customer Stamparatus Launch Q & A

struts58@outlook.com
027 331 9094

GET BLENDING!

Now that Stampin’ Blends are available, our warehouse is cranking out the orders as fast as they are coming in!

The cards featured here were created using the same four shades of blends.  Once you use the markers in the class and discover their artistic nature, and how fun they truly are to use, you’ll want to buy them in every colour! See the Blends Now struts@clear.net.nz www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/deanadesign/blog wwwthesearemystampscomdeanadesign.thesearemystamps.com Remember, a handcrafted card is like sending a hug with a fold in the middle!

Introducing Stampin' Up!'s new alcohol markers: Stampin' Blends.

It's time to say hello to Stampin' Up! new alcohol markers, called Stampin' Blends.

What are they?

Artist-quality alcohol markers in 12 exclusive Stampin’ Up! shaded (light and dark in each shade), plus bronze and ivory for skin tones and a colour lifter to correct little mistakes.

What can I do with them?

• Colour images and shade within colouring. Alcohol markers are superior for depth of colour and blending colours together resulting in beautiful rich saturated and shaded images. The best images to colour are line drawn images with lots of colouring space.
• You can also use the markers to custom colour embellishments. For example change the colour of adhesive rhinestones or peals, our White Perfect Accents and even the silver metallic enamel shapes are great coloured (the Bronze Stampin Blends marker is great to colour embellishments so that they match our Copper Foil Paper).

What colours are they available in?

Light and dark shades of  Cherry Cobbler, Smoky Slate, Calypso Coral, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Rich Razzleberry, Pink Pirouette, Crumb Cake, Bermuda Bay, Pool Party, Old Olive and Night of Navy. There is also an Ivory and Bronze marker for skintones and a colour lifter to fix little mistakes or to lift colour. You can see the full range of colours and additional information in this 8 page brochure about Stampin' Blends.

Check out the Stampin' Blends brochure

How much are they?

They can be purchased by phone or email, or in my online store

Individually for $9.50

In a set of two (light and dark in one colour) for $19.00

In a whole set of 27 markers (light and dark in each shade, plus the bronze, ) for $256.50.

Why are they so cool?

• Perfectly coordinate with our cardstock, inks and papers because they are in our exclusive colours.
• You can add just the right amount of colour with the choice of a fine tip and brush end on each marker.
• Superior blending, and availability in a light and dark shade produces great shading options.
• The colour lifter works to remove any areas outside the lines and can also be used to lighten areas.
• Press fit seal prevents air from entering the barrel and causing evaporation.
• The nestable lids are easy to keep track of and have a tight-fit for long lasting colour.

What ink pad do I use to stamp images?

Because these inks are alcohol based, you need to use a dye based ink. We recommend and sell Memento black ink for use with Stampin’ Blends. Do not use Stazon as the outline will bleed.

What’s the best Cardstock to use?

I recommend Thick Whisper White. It’s normal for alcohol inks to soak through the cardstock when blending, so make sure you use a surface protector or some cardboard or grid paper under your image when colouring.

Another great option is to use our Just Add Colour Specialty Designer Paper.