It's school holiday time ;)

Hello everyone,

By the time you are all reading this we will be on our holiday :)  We're heading up to Port Douglas, Far North Queensland for a one week break.  Thankfully all the packing is over and we're all set to go.  Looking forward to 7 wonderful days of sunshine.  It's actually a family reunion (on Greg's side) so there is lots of excitement in the air and it's fun to see that the children are as excited about that one more sleep as though it were Christmas :) lol

I must admit I really love the atmosphere up north so will probably come back ever so relaxed. I'll certainly try, I have 3 new books in our bags.

I'll try and post whilst I am gone… if Hubby let's me near a computer lol   Hope that everyone is going to have a lovely time these school holidays! Our kids can't wipe the smiles off their faces! and that makes me soooo happy :)

Read full post...

Week 4 - of Stampin' Up! Specials

Good Morning my Stamping Friends!

It's week 4 - that means brand new specials for another 7 days!

Week 1 we had punches

Week 2 our special was for Designer Series Paper

Week 3 gave us some great Stamp Sets at nearly 50%.

Are you ready for this one?

Week 4 is an embellishment special! A 40% saving

Square Ice Rhinestone brads now just $11.97

usual price is $19.95

Circle Ice Rhinestone brads now just $11.97

usual price is $19.95

Square Fire Rhinestone brads now just $11.97

usual price is $19.95

Bashful Blue 1" double stitched grosgrain ribbon $10.97

usual price is $19.95

Certainly Celery 5/8" Ribbon now just $8.97

usual price is $15.95 

Look at those great Rhinestone Brads, you get 80 of them in 4 colours and two sizes. That works out at 14 cents each!  With Christmas coming up these are a very cheap way to give your cards that little bit of extra classy sparkle.

Now if you are thinking of becoming a Demonstrator not only do you receive a fabulous discount all year round but right now the Starter kit is reduced by  20%  - down to $259 (usually $324) with a value of $560.  That's right $560 worth of goodies at less than half price! AND all the great specials from all 4 weeks are available to you until the end of the month! (This is for Demonstrators only).


Contact me for an information pack and I will send one out to you, or if you prefer to talk over the telephone just send ma a quick note and I'll get right back to you.  You can live anywhere in Australia to sign up with me as part of my team!  ..and yest it can be just for your own personal crafting needs ~ if you do not wish to take things to a business level than you don't have to {although this option is always there if you change your mind later}

Read full post...

My Craftroom Storage Solutions

Hello Everone :)

Today I am going to show you my craft space and how I store everything.

I am very lucky to have 2 large enclosed Cabinets in which I basically keep my stamps and cardstock as well as my dies and embossing folders…  A couple of doors at the bottom {the ones I can't get to on the far end} house all our tax records.

I have my cardstock organized into individual drawers. They are 5 drawer storage containers which you can buy at K-Mart, Offic-Works, Big W and some of the cheap dollar stores.  On top of these storage containers I keep my Copics and my Stampin' Up Markers.  

Look they are all organized in the new colour groups!  Looks yummy hugh! ;) There are some empty drawers just waiting for the new colours to be introduced in September 2010.

The Shelf above houses my Stampin' Up! Designer Series Paper, cardstock as well as other 12 x 12 paper from various other companies.

 There are 9 individual Storage Organisers, each with 5 drawers. I bought these at Office Works, I liked them in black with clear fronts, however I do know that you can get other colours depending where you purchase them. I have 3 stacked on top of one another and they're actually quite stable.

Within each drawer, laying on top my full sized sheets cardstock, I keep a plastic sleeve for my cardstock scraps.  

I try to use the scraps up first before cutting into full size cardstock when I reach for a certain colour.

The other side holds my stamps..  I will have to either unmount them all onto Ezy Mount sheets and store them in CD cases or simply start to part with some of the discontinued ones which I don't use very often.  …now don't  go counting how many stamp sets I own!!  lol..  

My punches I keep on Ikea Rails, I think I only paid about $3.00 for each rail. 

In this bookcase I keep all my Ribbons and other odds and ends.  It could probably do with a tidy up as well sometime soon.

I know here in Australia we do not have the Stampin' Up! Ribbon Keepers so we have to look for our own ribbon storage solutions.  I have found the Cropper Hopper Wire Ribbon Racks to be the most economical. I store the smaller ribbon spools on the lower tier and the larger ones on top.

Before I get inundated with emails where I purchased them from {lol} I'm petty sure that the ribbon racks are made by Cropper Hopper, I ordered them online from Craft Candy, I think they were just over $10 each and Sharon from Craft Candy gives a $10 discount on your first order.

There are other ribbon racks as well, they're by Marie Osmond and come in black..  They're slightly wider and more expensive, I have one of these on my desk filled with my favourite ribbons, so they're right next to me.

I'll organize my ribbons soon and will post a closer photo of these for you also.

Hope you enjoyed my little tour of my Craft Room…. 

Read full post...

Week 3 - of Stampin' Up! Specials

OK we're all ready for week three, it had to be for stamps sets right!  We've had punches in Week 1, Designer Print Paper in Week 2 and wow look at this deal these stamp sets are up 50% off !! Wow

If you are thinking of becoming a Demonstrator our fantastic joining special is still on, you would be receiving another 20% discount on top of these amazing prices!  Contact me if you would like an information pack.


Item       Page  Description                      Regular Price
114263    34    A Happy Heart stamp set          $41.95    $20.98
115792    57    Greetings Eight stamp set         $49.95    $24.98
116330    78    Bella's Bloom stamp set            $24.95    $14.97
113009    97    Enjoy Every Moment stamp set  $53.95    $26.98
114283    105  All Scallops stamp set               $55.95    $27.98

A Happy Heart only $20.98

Greetings Eight only $24.98

Bella's Bloom only $14.97

Enjoy Every Moment only $26.98

All Scallops now only $27.98

As with all orders Stampin' Up! delivers directly to you, anywhere in Australia, there is no double handling, not extra postage fees and credit cards are accepted.  If there is anything that I may be able to help you with please do not hesitate to contact me.

Read full post...

Week 2 - Stampin' Up! Deals of the Week

Good Morning,

I have a new Deal of the Week to post this morning, valid once again for another week starting from today until next Tuesday evening.

Haiku Designer Series Paper                 $16.95  now just $10.17
Pink Flamingo Designer Series Paper   $16.95  now just $11.02
Tea Party Designer Series Paper           $16.95  now just $10.17
Raspberry Tart Designer Series Paper $16.95  now just $11.02
Sweet Slumber Specialty Designer       $22.95  now just $14.92

My favourite has to be Sweet Slumber Specialty Designer Series Paper, as it is not just a very pretty paper but it is also a heavier cardstock which is perfect for making boxes, pouches and other 3D items which require the paper to be more solid and sturdy.  Please email me if there is anything that you might like to order through me.

The Demonstrator Starter Kit is still reduced by 20% from $324 down to $259 and is valued at $560.  You can see more details on Page 161 of the Catalogue.

It is actually a great time to sign up right now if you have thought about doing this as it not only gives you all the fantastic benefits that Stampin' Up! Demonstrators receive but it also gives you the opportunity to purchase these weekly specials at a further 20% reduction.  Don't forget I am also including my own gifts for you,  in a Welcome pack for joining my team.  If you would like further information I am only too happy to mail an information pack to you.


The Stampin' Up! Starter Kit contains the following supplies, valued at over $560!

• Four stamp sets*
• Stampin' Around wheel*, handle, and cartridge
• Assorted card stock A4*
• Single colour card stock A4*
• Four Classic Stampin' Pads*
• Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad
• VersaMark Pad
• Stampin' Pastels
• SNAIL Adhesive
• Blender pens
• Craft & Rubber Scissors
• Stampin' Scrub and Mist
• Business supplies

*Suggested items. Select alternatives at the same or lower price. Talk to your demonstrator and see the Starter Kit Order Form for details.


Read full post...

Punch Promotion only available until 8 June 2010

Hello my stamping friends :)  just a quick reminder that the fabulous Punch Promotion will end this coming Tuesday.  The latest that I will be able to order will be Tuesday evening, as on Wednesday there will be another "Deal of the Week" so stay tuned to see the next special.

 Just a quick note about the availability of Retiring Colours

We have been notified by Stampin' Up! that some of the retiring colours are running low,  as there understandably is an increased demand for these colours, so if there are particular colours that you are partial to (and you know that they are going to be discontinued) please do not leave it to the last minute to purchase reinkers or card stock as you may miss out.

Remember that you can place your order directly through me,  postage will be the same amount to anywhere within Australia, no double handling, Stampin' Up! ships to you straight from the warehouse.  I do have a Credit Card Facility available.

Read full post...

FANTASTIC SPECIAL on Stampin' Up! Punches! ~ for 1 week only

Good morning my stamping friends,

Please excuse my absence as I have been quite sick since returning home from Convention, to be honest I have only been in bed and have not even gone near an inkpad!  


I am letting you know about a brand new promotion which is only available this week, please read below:)  If you purchase a punch from me I will also send you some card instructions featuring the particular punch or punches you are purchasing.

 Throughout the month of June, Stampin' Up! are bringing you a new deal every week! With the Deals of the Week, you'll get up to 50 percent off a selection of products from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue!

This week's deals 30% off the following punches. Normal retail price $30.95 but until 8th June they're just $20.12

112081   Scallop Square punch
109183   Trio Flower punch
110711   Boho Blossoms punch
114889   Scallop Oval punch

I do love using the trio flower punch, it makes the daintiest little flowers that are so easy to shape and with a little pearl glued into the middle it finishes the little flowers so nicely.  I have used this punch in particular a lot lately, if you scroll down to look at some of my recent cards you will see it featured quite often.

The scallop Oval Punch, as we all know, is so versatile as you can create a scalloped edge around ovals, circles and even around a heart shape.


Do remember that I post to anywhere in Australia, there are no additional charge as your orders are dispatched from Stampin' Up! directly and I will also send you a card kit with instructions just for being a loyal customer.  


If you are considering becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator please contact me, as these punches would be reduced a further 20% yet again on top of this current promotion!  I already have all of them or I would certainly be putting my order in for them.  Being a Demonstrator even just for your own personal hobby certainly does have its benefits!

This trio flower punch matches the Boho Blossoms Stamp set!

This scalloped square punch also makes great rectangular mats when you place several together behind your feature image… also a good punch for masculine cards.

Read full post...