Wednesday, 30 September 2009

Basic Camisole by Joan McGowan-Michael

I am close to done by second sweater for me!!! See here for details... 85% merino 10% silk 5% cashmere :) need I say mor- luxurious!

I am in the upper section - finished the round area and am 2” up the back. I have the front, lace and straps left - wahoo - I think it is so cute! I cannot wait to wear it :) ___________________________________________

I am still working out the detail but I will need to shorten the bust to shoulder area as always. I think this top actually is narrow enough in the shoulders for me :) The yarn is a little more nubbly and heavy then I hoped and I am not sure if the best substitution suggested but it is lovely all the same…

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I am knitting this pattern in the round- I hope I do not screw it up as the yarn is gorgeous! I think it will be a little warmer than that called for in original pattern.

Find Your Perfect Color Palette - Panatone

Loved this article (seen in CosmoStyle, a special issue of Cosmopolitan Magazine) http://www.pantone.com/pages/Pantone/Pantone.aspx?pg=19445&ca=4 Check out the colours here: http://www.thecolorswatch.com/mm5/merchant.mvc? I have a PDF if you are interested I can send to you...


"Everyone has a specific color palette that flatters them and it’s based on eye, skin and hair color. When you wear colors that are really suited to you, it draws people in your direction."


Sunrise
Eyes: clear blue, very dark brown, light hazel (green/blue with flecks of yellow or brown)
Hair: ash blonde, platinum blonde, sandy or ash brown, blue-black
Skin: rosy pink, very fair, true olive, very dark

PANTONE 19-1759 American Beauty
PANTONE 19-2432 Raspberry Radiance
PANTONE 18-4247 Brilliant Blue
PANTONE 13-5313 Aruba Blue
PANTONE 12-0752 Buttercup
PANTONE 18-3946 Baja Blue
PANTONE 16-3118 Cyclamen
PANTONE 15-2216 Sachet Pink
PANTONE 17-2127 Shocking Pink
PANTONE 19-3748 Prism Violet
PANTONE 17-5641 Emerald
PANTONE12-0741 Sunny Lime
PANTONE 13-3405 Lilac Snow
PANTONE 16-5425 Pool Green
PANTONE 13-3405 Lilac Snow
PANTONE 16-5425 Pool Green

Sunlight
Eyes: variegated (multiple colors), hazel, brown with other colors
Hair: lots of streaks or different shades of blond or brown
Skin: ivory, neutral beige, combination rose and peach

PANTONE 17-0215 Aspen Green
PANTONE 13-0632 Endive
PANTONE 15-1319 Almost Apricot
PANTONE 16-1632 Shell Pink
PANTONE 16-1431 Canyon Clay
PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse
PANTONE 16-3815 Viola
PANTONE 16-3810 Wisteria
PANTONE 15-6428 Green Tea
PANTONE 12-0825 Golden Haze
PANTONE 15-1433 Papaya Punch
PANTONE 17-1635 Rose of Sharon
PANTONE 16-4031 Cornflower Blue
PANTONE 16-4411 Tourmaline
PANTONE 17-1612 Mellow Mauve
PANTONE 16-1806 Woodrose

Sunset

Eyes: medium or deep blue, golden brown/amber, hazel, dark with honey flecks
Hair: golden blonde, red, coppery tones, honey brown, caramel, dark brown with reddish highlights
Skin: warm beige or brown hues, peach or olive with golden undertones

PANTONE 16-1343 Autumn Sunset
PANTONE 17-1558 Grenadine
PANTONE 18-2525 Magenta Haze
PANTONE 17-3932 Deep Periwinkle
PANTONE 16-0421 Sage
PANTONE 18-4530 Celestial
PANTONE 16-1439 Caramel
PANTONE 13-1027 Apricot Cream
PANTONE 18-1444 Tandori Spice
PANTONE 16-1641 Georgia Peach
PANTONE 17-3725 Bougainvillea
PANTONE 17-5029 Deep Peacock Blue
PANTONE 14-0445 Bright Chartreuse
PANTONE 15-1142 Honey Gold
PANTONE 17-1444 Ginger
PANTONE 14-0848 Mimosa


Crossover Colors

Eyes: any color
Hair: any hue
Skin: any tone

PANTONE 17-4402 Neutral Gray
PANTONE 19-1020 Dark Earth
PANTONE 13-1008 Bleached Sand
PANTONE 19-5920 Pineneedle
PANTONE 14-4318 Sky Blue
PANTONE 19-2814 Eggplant
PANTONE 19-1840 Deep Claret
PANTONE 19-0000 Raven
PANTONE 18-5203 Pewter
PANTONE 16-1210 Light Taupe
PANTONE 13-0822 Sunlight
PANTONE 17-4919 Teal
PANTONE 19-4030 True Navy
PANTONE 19-1521 Red Mahogany
PANTONE 19-1664 True Red
PANTONE 16-0613 Elm

And if you want to see the forecasts for the season see http://www.fashiontrendsetter.com/content/color_trends.html

Tuesday, 29 September 2009

Colours - 4 Universally Flattering Clothing Colors

This is just one of the articles I flash back to over and over…but I strongly think they forgot one colour so I am adding #5... http://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/clothing/wardrobe-basics/4-universally-flattering-clothing-colors-10000001584157/page4.html

1. Flattering Color: Eggplant

"Some colors work for all skin tones and hair colors, because they fall into the middle of the color spectrum, meaning they're not too warm or too cool." Case in point: eggplant (Pantone 19-2311 TC). Eiseman calls the tone "the perfect purple" because it is extremely versatile, almost like a black, a dark brown, or a navy.

2. Flattering Color: True Red

Designer Bill Blass once said, "When in doubt, wear red." And he was right. Not only does red stop traffic but it may also make you a winner. In a study conducted at the University of Durham, in England, researchers found that athletes in combative sporting competitions who wore red were more apt to win than contestants wearing other colors. Pantone 19-1664 TC flatters everyone because it "resides in the center of the color spectrum, in between a cool cherry red and a warm, orangey tomato red".

3. Flattering Color: Indian Teal

Colors on opposite sides of the color wheel enhance each other, Pantone 19-4227 TC, the color-wheel opposite of pink―plays up a healthy flush in the skin. Plus, it's more versatile than a bright, summery turquoise, so you can wear it well into the fall with black, brown, and other neutrals.

4. Flattering Color: Mellow Rose

The subtle color (Pantone 15-1515 TC) highlights the natural flush of one's face, somewhere between a light pink and a peach, which looks more like a neutral than a pastel, giving anyone who wears it a glow.

5.Flattering Colour Moss or Army Green- not sure of exact name but I will look into it ;)

Cool picture

Check out the picture and article at http://blog.lionbrand.com/2009/09/10/a-huge-statement-with-fiber/ - love it!

Wednesday, 16 September 2009

What Is Your Colour Personality?

I saw this cute test that helps you understand the effect of colour on you - give it a try if you wish :)

1. What’s the first color you see in the morning? Beige – Beige – I love a neutral palatte with splashes of bright fun colour; in my bedroom is burgundy tones and chocolate brown (besides my ugly bedding - see below) as I studied a little feng shui ;)

2. What color are your eyes? Dark Denim Blue with a golden yellow ring around the pupil

3. What color do you wear the most? Teal, blue, pink, orange, brown

4. What color do you never wear? Pure white or pastels – they make me look sick!

5. What color do you wear when you want to feel sexy? A little black dress is amazingly sexy but I think is the style and your attitude more than colour

6. What color gets you the most compliments? Teal – matches my glasses

7. What color is your lipstick? Red gloss or a pink/brown one shade darker than lip colour (gotta love Bobbi Brown)

8. What color was your living room when you were growing up? Hmmm logs with creamy white areas of finished walls – I love natural wood!

9. What color was your bedroom when you were growing up? See above - later it was wall paper - hmmm see pattern here (cream with bright stars I believe)

10. What color are your sheets? I hate my current bedding – it is not me at all (forest green and pink plaid- those that know me KNOW this is not my style)

11. What color was your favorite crayon as a child? I forget the exact Crayola name but I loved the colour of the sky- a bluey teal

12. What color is your car? n/a but I want an orange one or cream if a classy style (not black!)

13. What color was your prom dress? Pink and silver

14. What’s your favorite gemstone? Pearl or opal - again the pattern - shows off other colours!

15. What is your favourite flower? Peony and cherry blossoms or anything just simple J

16. What color makes you happiest? Orange

17. What color depresses you? purple – some shades

18. What color calms you? robin egg blue or moss

19. What color makes you grind your teeth? None – only combinations ; well maybe some yellow

20. What color would you like to try, but are scared to? None – I am fairly brave

Thursday, 10 September 2009

Simply Adorned


Our Simply Adorned line beautifully combines the best of two worlds: stamping and jewelry! We designed our Simply Adorned charms to hold a creation you design yourself, making your jewelry truly unique.

Simply Adorned charms are lockets--they open up so you can insert your custom stamped image. The Charming stamp set, along with Rub-Ons, glitter, ribbons, and other embellishments, can help you create your unique charm insert. And don't forget that you can embellish the chains with ribbon, felt flowers . . . the possibilities are endless! The frame surrounds tempered beveled glass on the front and flat glass on the back. Because there's glass on both sides of the charm, you can display an image on one side or both. You can create a custom heirloom piece that you'll never want to change, or you can swap artwork in and out, depending on your mood and your wardrobe.

And although we designed Simply Adorned charms to be jewelry, they also make delightful key chains or Christmas tree ornaments. Insert a stamped image or photo of your loved ones, tie a ribbon through the clasp, and you're done!

--paper-crafters and noncrafters alike--will love the look of Simply Adorned and appreciate how easy it is to create custom jewelry. Our Simply Adorned line includes nickel-plated charms in three sizes and anodized stainless steel chains in two lengths.

Item Description Price
116797 Simply Adorned 1" x 1" charm $25.95
116798 Simply Adorned 1" x 1-1/4" charm $27.95
116799 Simply Adorned 1-1/2" x 2" charm $31.95
116800 Simply Adorned 24" chain $15.95
116853 Simply Adorned 34" chain $17.95

FAQs

Q: What size are the charms?

A: The charms are available in three different sizes: 1" x 1", 1"x 1-1/4", and 1-1/2" x 2". The size listed refers to the charm insert; the metal frame around the insert is slightly larger. You can use the included insert as a template to create the perfect-sized piece of artwork for your frame. It is important that your insert matches the insert template exactly. The hinge on your charm can break if your insert is too large and overlaps onto the frame.

Q: Is the toggle clasp meant to be worn in the front or the back?

A: Our stainless steel chain features a toggle clasp and includes an exclusive Stampin' Up! charm identifier. The beautiful leaf charm is designed to be worn on the front to enhance the overall design of the necklace, or worn on the back for a simpler look.

Q: What materials are used to make Simply Adorned jewelry?

A: The charms are nickel-plated zinc alloy with tempered beveled glass on the front, and tempered flat glass in the back. The chains are anodized stainless steel with a nickel-plated zinc alloy charm and toggle.

Q: How do I clean my charm?

A: Use clean water and a cotton applicator to clean the jewelry surface. Do not use alcohol or other chemicals to clean your jewelry as they will damage the finish.

Q: How many layers can I fit inside the charm?

A: The number of layers that fit inside each charm depends on the type of materials used. The space inside the charm is 2 mm; as card stock, Designer Series paper, ribbon, and adhesives all differ in thickness, it is difficult to specify the number of layers that will fit inside. It is important to remember that you can break the hinge on your charm if your inserts are too thick. Never force the charm closed. If the charm does not close easily, remove a layer or two from your insert and try again.

Q: How is the jewelry packaged?

A: Each piece comes in a Chocolate Chip box (box for charms: 3-1/4" x 2-1/2" x 1"; box for chains: 9-1/2" x 2-1/2" x 1").

Jewelry is the perfect way to express your individual style, and you will love being able to create your own wearable custom-made works of art with our new Simply Adorned line.

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also see here for the build a bear portion of the holiday mini

Holiday 2009 Mini Catalogue Stampin’ Supplies

CoverA – Tree Décor: Delightful Decorations set; Whisper White card stock; Old Olive textured card stock; The Write Stuff Specialty Designer Series paper; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, and Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Soft Suede Stampin’ Write marker; Champagne Mist shimmer paint; Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Clips assortment; Merry & Bright Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Ornament, 1/16″ Circle, and 3/4″ Circle punches; pattern from Pattern Library

CoverB – Happy Holidays Shaker Card: Four the Holidays and Sweet Centers sets; Sassy Sparkle jumbo Stampin’ Around wheel; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, Real Red, Soft Suede, and Whisper White textured card stock; On Board Essentials; Old Olive and Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pads; Real Red jumbo Stampin’Around cartridge; Chunky Essentials and Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Real Red 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Button Latte Designer buttons; Sweet Treat cups; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Punches Plus Classy Brass template; 1/16″ Circle punch; crochet thread

CoverC – Warm Wishes Box: Serene Snowflakes set; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, Real Red, Soft Suede, and Whisper White textured card stock; VersaMark pad; Champagne Mist shimmer paint; White Stampin’Emboss powder; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; linen thread; Mini Library clips; Pretties Kit; Icicle and Merry & Bright Rub‐Ons; Merry & Medium window sheets; Snowfall printed window sheets; 1/16″ Circle punch; Sizzix Big Shot; Circles #2 Bigz die; Box #2 Bigz XL die

4A – Christmas Greetings Card: Grateful Greetings and Patterned Pines sets; Chocolate Chip and Old Olive card stock; Old Olive, Real Red, and Whisper White textured card stock; Old Olive Patterns Designer Series paper; Chocolate Chip and Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pads; Whisper White Craft Stampin’ Pad; White Stampin’ Emboss powder; Sleigh Bells 5/8″ cotton ribbon; Silver brads; Stampin’Dimensionals; Eyelet Border punch

4B – Merry and Bright Card: Patterned Pines set; Whisper White card stock; Certainly Celery, Old Olive, and Real Red textured card stock; Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, and Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Clear Rhinestone brads; Chit Chat Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; 1‐3/8″ Circle punch; sewing machine and thread

4C – Merry Christmas Pillow Box: All Holidays and Patterned Pines sets; Kraft and Whisper White card stock; Chocolate Chip textured card stock; Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series paper; Chocolate Chip and Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; VersaMark pad; Clear Stampin’ Emboss powder; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Scallop Square and 1/16″ Circle punches; pattern from Pattern Library

5A – Snow Buddies Box: Snow Buddies and Winter Post set; Real Red and Whisper White textured card stock; Basic Brown, Going Gray, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, and Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Basic Brown Stampin’ Write markers; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; linen thread; Button Latte Designer buttons; White Circle Aluminum Metal Edge tags; Aqua Painter; 1/16″ Circle and 1‐3/4″Circle punches; Sizzix Big Shot;
Snowflake #2 Bigz die; pattern from Pattern Library

5B – Merry Christmas Card: Snow Buddies and Teeny Tiny Wishes sets; Certainly Celery, Old Olive, and Whisper White textured card stock; Basic Brown, Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip, Going Gray, and Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin’ Pads; VersaMark pad; Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Old Olive 1/2″ striped grosgrain ribbon; Button Latte Designer buttons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter; Ticket Corner punch

5C – Wishing You Joy & Cheer Card: Snow Buddies set; Confetti White and Kraft card stock; Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, and Real Red textured card stock; Bashful Blue, Basic Brown, Going Gray, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, and Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Certainly Celery 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Merry & Bright Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter; Circle Scissor Plus; paper‐piercing tool; 1/2″ Circle, 3/4″ Circle, and 1″ Circle punches

6A – Thankful Thoughts of You Card: Grateful Greetings and Sweet Centers sets; Whisper White card stock; Pretty in Pink, Rich Razzleberry, and Rose Red textured card stock; Rich Razzleberry and Rose Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Old Olive 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Sweet Treat cups; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Crop‐A‐Dile; Scallop Edge and 1‐3/4″ Circle punches; crochet thread

6B – Halloween Night Card: Grateful Greetings and Sweet Centers sets; Whisper White card stock; Basic Black, Old Olive, and Rich Razzleberry textured card stock; Old Olive and Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin’ Pads; Vintage brads; Sweet Treat cups; Stampin’ Dimensionals; 1‐3/4″ Circle punch; sewing machine and thread

6C – Sweet Treat Valentines: Christmas Punch and Sweet Centers sets; Whisper White card stock; Rich Razzleberry and Rose Red Classic Pads; Basic Black Stampin’ Write marker; Sweet Treat cups; 1/16″ Circle and 1‐3/4″ Circle punches; crochet thread

8A – Thankful Thoughts Pencil Wrap: Grateful Greetings set; Whisper White card stock; Pumpkin Pie, Rose Red, and So Saffron textured card stock; Elegant Eggplant, Old Olive, Rose Red, and So Saffron Stampin’ Write markers; Old Olive 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Earth Elements brads; Pewter Jumbo eyelets; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Crop‐A‐Dile; paper‐piercing tool; Full Heart and Trio Flower punches; Sizzix Big
Shot; Top Note Bigz die

8B – Make Merry Card: Grateful Greetings sets; Old Olive, Rose Red, and Whisper White card stock; Rose Red and So Saffron textured card stock; Old Olive Patterns Designer Series paper; Rose Red Classic Stampin’ Pad; Old Olive 1/2″ striped grosgrain ribbon; Clear Rhinestone brads; Snowfall Printed window sheets; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Circle Scissor Plus; Small Tag punch; Snowflakes Set #2 Sizzlits die set

9A – Boo Card: Pumpkin Patch and Schoolbook Serif Alphabet sets; Old Olive and Whisper White card stock; Elegant Eggplant, Old Olive, and Whisper White textured card stock; On Board Timeless Type; Basic Black, Old Olive, and Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin’ Pads; linen thread; White Circle Aluminum Metal Edge tags; Stampin’ Dimensionals; paper‐piercing tool; 1/2″ Circle, 1‐1/4″ Circle, and 1‐3/8″ Circle
punches; sewing machine and thread; stapler and staples

9B – From Our Patch to Yours Card: Pumpkin Patch set; Elegant Eggplant and Whisper White card stock; Old Olive and Pumpkin Pie textured card stock; Basic Black, Old Olive, and Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin’Pads; Pumpkin Pie 1‐1/4″ striped grosgrain ribbon; Button Latte Designer buttons; Stampin’Dimensionals; Scallop Edge punch; crochet thread

10A & 10C – Twick or Tweet Favors: Twick or Tweet set; Naturals White and Pumpkin Pie card stock; Basic Black textured card stock; Night & Day Specialty Designer Series paper; Basic Black Classic Stampin’Pad; Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Write marker; Pumpkin Pie 1/4″ grosgrain ribbon; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Scallop Circle, 1‐1/4″ Circle, and 1‐3/8″ Circle punches; Sizzix Big Shot; Bag w/Scallops Bigz XL die

10B – Happy Halloween Card: Twick or Tweet set; Haunting Hill jumbo Stampin’ Around wheel; Naturals White and Pumpkin Pie card stock; Basic Black textured card stock; Night & Day Specialty Designer Series paper; Basic Black Classic Stampin’ Pad; Basic Black Stampin’ Around jumbo cartridge; Pumpkin Pie 1/2″ striped grosgrain ribbon; linen thread; Pumpkin Pie corduroy buttons; Chit Chat Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Sizzix Big Shot; Top Note Bigz die

11A – Enjoy Every Bite Box: Twick or Tweet set; Basic Black, Naturals White, and Pumpkin Pie card stock; Night & Day Specialty Designer Series paper; Basic Black Classic Stampin’ Pad; Basic Black Stampin’ Write marker; Spooky Treats Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Color Spritzer Tool; Scallop Edge and Wide Oval punches; Sizzix Big Shot; Box #2 Bigz XL die; Lots of Tags Sizzlits die set

11B – You Make Me Smile Décor: Twick or Tweet set; Naturals White card stock; Night & Day Specialty Designer Series paper; On Board Essentials; Basic Black and Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin’ Pads; Basic Black Stampin’ Write marker; Pumpkin Pie 1/4″ grosgrain ribbon; linen thread; Pewter Jumbo eyelets; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter; Color Spritzer Tool; 1/16″ Circle punch; sanding blocks; drill; frame; small hammer

12A – Give Thanks Centerpiece: Autumn Splendor set; Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, and Really Rust card stock; Autumn Meadows Designer Series paper; More Mustard and Really Rust Classic Stampin’Pads; linen thread; Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware; Autumn Harvest Rub‐Ons; Stampin’Dimensionals; Spiral and 1/16″ Circle punches; sanding blocks; Sizzix Big Shot; Table Setting Bigz XL die; Timeless Type Alphabet Junior Sizzlits die set; bucket; twigs

12B – It’s Good Napkin Rings: Razzle Dazzle set; More Mustard, Really Rust, and Very Vanilla card stock; Autumn Meadows Designer Series paper; Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin’ Pad; linen thread; Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware; Stampin’ Dimensionals; 1/16″ Circle punch; Sizzix Big Shot; Table Setting Bigz XL die

12C – Autumn Place Cards: More Mustard and Really Rust card stock; Autumn Meadows Designer Series paper; Really Rust Stampin’ Write marker; Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Color Spritzer Tool; Sizzix Big Shot; Table Setting Bigz XL die

14A – Delightful Dates Calendar: Note to Self set; Delightful Dates Calendar kit; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, Soft Suede, and Summer Sun Classic Stampin’ Pads; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, and Summer Sun Stampin’Write markers; sanding blocks; acrylic paint; sponge brush

14B – Joy & Cheer Gift Packaging: Bashful Blue and Old Olive card stock; magnetic gift box; Chocolate Chip 1‐1/4″ striped grosgrain ribbon; linen thread; Merry & Bright Rub‐Ons; 1/2″ Circle and 1‐3/4″ Circle punches

15A – Give Thanks Card: Gifts of the Earth set; Sandy Speckles Stampin’ Around wheel; Old Olive and Ruby Red card stock; watercolour paper; Creamy Caramel, More Mustard, Old Olive, Really Rust, and Ruby Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Jet Black StazOn pad; Old Olive Stampin’ Write marker; Very Vanilla 3/8″ taffeta ribbon; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter; pearl‐end straight pin

15B – For All the Good Gifts Card: Gifts of the Earth set; Sandy Speckles Stampin’ Around wheel; Bashful Blue and Old Olive card stock; watercolour paper; Bashful Blue, Creamy Caramel, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Really Rust, Ruby Red, and Summer Sun Classic Stampin’ Pads; Jet Black StazOn pad; linen thread; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter; paper‐piercing tool

16A – Happy Christmas Card: Perfect Chemistry and Wandering Words sets; It’s a Plan background stamp; Kraft, Old Olive, Real Red, and Very Vanilla card stock; Chocolate Chip and Close to Cocoa Classic Stampin’ Pads; Chocolate Chip and Real Red Stampin’ Write markers; Sleigh Bells 5/8″ cotton ribbon; Mini Library clips; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Scallop Edge, 1/2″ Circle, and 1″ Circle punches; crochet thread; sewing machine and thread

16B – Sending Sweet Thoughts Décor: Wandering Words set; Brushed Silver, Chocolate Chip, Real Red,and Very Vanilla card stock; Chocolate Chip Patterns Designer Series paper; On Board Essentials; Real Red Craft Stampin’ Pad; Chocolate Chip and Real Red Stampin’ Write markers; Playground Designer buttons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Wide Oval punch; mini bucket; crochet thread; pattern from Pattern Library

17A – Ho Ho Ho Garland: Whisper White card stock; Old Olive textured card stock; On Board Ho Ho Ho; Real Red 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Playground Designer buttons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; 1/16″ Circle punch; Sizzix Big Shot; Little Leaves Sizzlits die; Snowflakes Set #2 Sizzlits die set; crochet thread

18A – Christmas Cheer Pot: Cold & Cuddly set; Whisper White card stock; Bashful Blue and Ruby Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Old Olive and Ruby Red Stampin’ Write markers; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; Merry & Bright Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; 1/16″ Circle punch; Sizzix Big Shot; Lots of Tags Sizzlits die set; crochet thread; ceramic flower pot

18B – Season’s Greetings Card: Cold & Cuddly and Four the Holidays sets; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, Perfect Plum, and Whisper White card stock; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, Perfect Plum, and Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Snowfall Printed window sheets

18C – Holiday Greeting Mini Card & Box: Cold & Cuddly set; Sassy Sparkles jumbo Stampin’ Around wheel; Old Olive, Perfect Plum, Ruby Red, and Whisper White card stock; Bashful Blue, Perfect Plum, and Ruby Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Going Gray, Old Olive, and Ruby Red Stampin’ Write markers; Merry & Bright Rub‐Ons; Sizzix Big Shot; Bitty Box & Envelope Bigz XL die; sewing machine and thread

19A – December 25 Box: Just Beclause set; Whisper White card stock; Old Olive Patterns Designer Series paper; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, Perfect Plum, and Ruby Red Stampin’ Write markers; Silver elastic cord; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; White Circle Aluminum Metal Edge tags; Icicle Rub‐Ons; Stampin’Dimensionals; Crop‐A‐Dile; kraft box

19B – Ho Ho Ho Card: Just Beclause set; Old Olive and Ruby Red card stock; watercolour paper; Blush Blossom, Creamy Caramel, Old Olive, Perfect Plum, Pretty in Pink, and Ruby Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Jet Black StazOn pad; Sleigh Bells 5/8″ cotton ribbon; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter; Sizzix Big Shot; Naturally Serif Sizzlits Decorative Strip die

19C – Peace on Earth Card: Four the Holidays set; Bashful Blue and Perfect Plum card stock; VersaMark pad; Bashful Blue Stampin’ Write marker; White Stampin’ Emboss powder; Mini Library clips; Icicle Rub‐Ons; paper‐piercing tool; crochet thread

20A – Make Merry Wreath Card: Berry Christmas set; Certainly Celery, Real Red, and Whisper White textured card stock; Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series paper; Certainly Celery, Real Red, So Saffron, and Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pads; Apricot Appeal 1/4″grosgrain ribbon; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Heart to Heart and Scallop Edge punches; Sizzix Big Shot; Top Note Bigz die

20B – Make Merry Branch Card: Berry Christmas set; Whisper White card stock; Certainly Celery, Real Red, and Soft Suede textured card stock; Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series paper; Certainly Celery, Real Red, and Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pads; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; Sherbet Designer buttons; Mat Pack; paper‐piercing tool; 3/16″ Corner Rounder punch; crochet thread

20C – Merry Christmas Matchbox: Teeny Tiny Wishes set; Certainly Celery, Real Red, So Saffron, Soft Suede, and Whisper White textured card stock; Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series paper; Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pad; Soft Suede 1/2″ polka‐dot grosgrain ribbon; Natural hemp twine; Clear Rhinestone brads; Sizzix Big Shot; Matchbox Bigz XL die; Merry Embosslits embossing folder; Merry Details Sizzlits die; Petals‐A‐Plenty Textured Impressions embossing folder

22A – Merry Christmas Journal: Yuletide Christmas set; Naturals Ivory card stock; Old Olive and Real Red textured card stock; On Board 5″ x 5″ Art Journal; Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin’; Chocolate Chip and Old Olive Craft Stampin’ Pads; Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, and Real Red Stampin’ Write markers; Sleigh Bells 5/8″ cotton and Chocolate Chip 1/4″ grosgrain ribbon; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Color Spritzer Tool; Scallop Edge, Scallop Oval, and Wide Oval punches

22B – Merry Christmas Card: Many Merry Messages and Yuletide Christmas sets; Chocolate Chip and Naturals Ivory card stock; Old Olive and Real Red textured card stock; Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, and Real Red Stampin’ Write markers; Sleigh Bells 5/8″ cotton ribbon; linen thread; Antique Brass Jumbo eyelets; Chit Chat Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter; Crop‐A‐Dile

22C – Merry Christmas Basket: Yuletide Christmas set; Kraft and Naturals Ivory card stock; Real Red textured card stock; Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin’; Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad; Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, and Real Red Stampin’ Write markers; Sleigh Bells 5/8″ cotton ribbon; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Eyelet Border, Scallop Oval, and Wide Oval punches; Sizzix Big Shot; Baskets & Blooms Bigz XL die

23A – Noel Card: Holy Family and Many Merry Messages sets; Chocolate Chip, Kraft, and Naturals Ivory card stock; Old Olive textured card stock; Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin’ Pad; Chocolate Chip 1/4″ grosgrain ribbon; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Sizzix Big Shot; Top Note Bigz die

23B – The True Joy of Christmas Card: Holy Family set; Chocolate Chip, Naturals Ivory, and Real Red card stock; Old Olive textured card stock; Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin’; Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin’Pad; Chocolate Chip 1/4″ grosgrain and Real Red 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Pretties Kit; Stampin’Dimensionals; Mat Pack; paper‐piercing tool; Scallop Edge, 3/4″ Circle, and 3/16″ Corner Rounder punches

24A – Merry Little Christmas Card: Delightful Decorations set; Sparkle & Shine jumbo Stampin’ Around wheel; Bashful Blue, Real Red, and Whisper White card stock; Bashful Blue textured card stock; Crushed Curry and Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pads; Bashful Blue jumbo Stampin’ Around cartridge; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; Merry & Bright Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Ornament and 3/4″ Circle punches; crochet thread; sewing machine and thread

24B – Merry & Bright Wreath: Real Red card stock; Crushed Curry textured card stock; Old Olive 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; Clear Rhinestone brads; Playground Designer buttons; Clips assortment; Star and 1‐3/4″ Circle punches; crochet thread; floral wire

24C – Snow Photo Display: Delightful Decorations set; Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Real Red, and Whisper White card stock; Bashful Blue and Crushed Curry textured card stock; The Write Stuff Specialty Designer Series paper; Bashful Blue Classic Stampin’ Pad; Clear Rhinestone brads; Merry & Bright Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Circle Scissor Plus; Heart to Heart and Scallop Edge punches; sewing machine and thread

26A – Season’s Greetings Card: Many Merry Messages and Serene Snowflake sets; Chocolate Chip and Kraft card stock; Bordering Blue textured card stock; Bella Bleu Designer Series paper; Bordering Blue and Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin’ Pads; VersaMark pad; Chocolate Chip Stampin’ Write marker; Whisper White 3/8″ taffeta ribbon; Icicle Rub‐Ons; Color Spritzer Tool; 3/16″ Corner Rounder punch

26B – Snow Page (6″ x 6″): Full Calendar, Happy Everything, and Schoolbook Serif Numbers sets; Kraft and Naturals Ivory card stock; Bordering Blue textured card stock; Bella Bleu Designer Series paper; On Board Loads of Letters; Bordering Blue and Chocolate Chip Craft Stampin’ Pads; Chocolate Chip Stampin’ Write marker; Frost White Shimmer Paint; linen thread; Mini library clips; Pretties Kit; Snowfall printed
window sheets; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Scallop Edge, Scallop Square, and 3/4″ Circle punches; sponge daubers

26C – Snowflakes Box: Many Merry Messages and Serene Snowflake sets; Kraft and Naturals Ivory card stock; Bordering Blue and Chocolate Chip textured card stock; Bella Bleu Designer Series paper; Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin’ Pad; Bordering Blue and Chocolate Chip Craft Stampin’ Pads; twill tape; linen thread; Neutrals 5/16″ Jumbo brads; Icicle Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Crop‐A‐Dile; Tag,
Small Tag, and 1″ Circle punches; craft box

29A – Snowman Gift and Note: Simple Seasonal Thanks set; Rose Red and Whisper White card stock; Certainly Celery Patterns Designer Series paper; Brocade Blue, Certainly Celery, Pumpkin Pie, and Rose Red Stampin’ Write markers; Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Medium window sheets; Stampin’ Dimensionals; 1/16″ Circle punch; sponge daubers; box

29B – Happy Holidays Pop‐Up Card: Four the Holidays set; Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, Ruby Red, So Saffron, and Whisper White card stock; Ruby Red Classic Stampin’ Pad; Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Circle Scissor Plus; Scallop Square punch; Sizzix Big Shot; O Christmas Tree Pop‐Up Bigz XL die; Tree Decorations Sizzlits die; crochet thread

30A – Holiday Mug: Grateful Greetings set; Whisper White card stock; Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad; Real Red 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; White Holiday Mix Décor Elements; Small Tag and 1/16″ Circle punches; crochet thread; mug

30B – Holiday Blocks: Delightful Decorations set; Whisper White card stock; Chocolate Chip, Old Olive,and Real Red textured card stock; Old Olive Patterns Designer Series paper; Chocolate Chip 5/8″ grosgrain and Chocolate Chip 3/8″ taffeta ribbon; Décor Elements Décor Blocks; Chocolate, Real Red, and White Holiday Mix Décor Elements; Pretties Kit; Snowfall printed window sheets; Stampin’Dimensionals; Scallop Edge and 3/4″ Circle punches

30C – Joy Frame: Old Olive textured card stock; Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series paper; Real Red 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; Red Bead Duo; Chocolate Holiday Mix Décor Elements; Crop‐A‐Dile; 1‐3/4″ Circle punch; crochet thread; frame

31A – Let There Be Light Notecard: Let There Be Light single stamp; Whisper White card stock; Chocolate Chip and Real Red textured card stock; Bashful Blue, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Real Red, and So Saffron Stampin’ Write markers; Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Stampin’ Dimensionals

31B – Give Thanks Card: Wandering Words set; Gobble, Gobble single stamp; Chocolate Chip, Old Olive, Real Red, and Whisper White card stock; Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin’ Pad; VersaMark pad; Clear Stampin’ Emboss powder; linen thread; Mini Library clips; Stampin’ Dimensionals; paper‐piercing tool; Scallop Edge punch; sponge daubers; watercolour brush

32A – Create Necklace: Charming set; Naturals White card stock; Crushed Curry, Old Olive, and Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pads; Real Red Stampin’ Write marker; Simply Adorned 1″ x 1″ charm and 24" chain

32B – Monogram Necklace: Charming and Defining Alphabet sets; Naturals White card stock; Old Olive and Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pads; VersaMark pad; Clear Stampin’ Emboss powder; Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Simply Adorned 1″ x 1‐1/4″ charm; sponge daubers

32C – Holiday Charm: Patterned Pines set; En Français background stamp; Naturals White and Real Red card stock; Old Olive and Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pads; Old Olive Stampin’ Write marker; Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Mistletoe Ribbon Originals; Pretties Kit; Simply Adorned 1‐1/2″ x 2″ charm; Color Spritzer Tool; Curly Label punch

34A – Thank You Beary Much Card: Beary Nice Wishes set; Barely Banana, Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Old Olive, So Saffron, and Very Vanilla card stock; Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper; Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad; linen thread; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear and Bear Essentials Bigz dies; Beary Boy Sizzlits die

34B – Happy Bearthday Girl Card: Beary Best Friends and Beary Nice Wishes sets; Pretty in Pink and Very Vanilla card stock; Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper; Close to Cocoa, Old Olive, and Regal Rose Classic Stampin’ Pads; Jet Black StazOn pad; Sherbet Designer buttons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Circle Scissor Plus; bookbinders’ thread; watercolour brush

34C – Beary Best Wishes Gift Bag: Beary Nice Wishes set; Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Pretty in Pink, Very Vanilla, and Whisper White card stock; Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper; Pretty in Pink Classic Stampin’ Pad; Pretty in Pink 3/8″ taffeta ribbon; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Scallop Edge punch; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear and Bear Essentials Bigz dies; Beary Girl Sizzlits die

34D – Happy Bearthday Boy Card: Beary Best Friends and Beary Nice Wishes sets; Ballet Blue, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, and Very Vanilla card stock; Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper; Ballet Blue, Close to Cocoa, and Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin’ Pads; Jet Black StazOn pad; Old Olive 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Earth Elements brads; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Scallop Edge punch; watercolour brush

37A – Essentials Girl Bear: Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, So Saffron, and Very Vanilla card stock; Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear and Bear Essentials Bigz dies

37B ‐ Essentials Boy Bear: Ballet Blue, Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Old Olive, and Very Vanilla card stock; Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper; linen thread; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear and Bear Essentials Bigz dies

37C – Mrs. Claus Bear: Basic Black, Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Old Olive, Real Red, Very Vanilla, and Whisper White card stock; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear Bigz die; Beary Merry Originals die

37D – Santa Claus Bear: Basic Black, Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Old Olive, Real Red, Very Vanilla, and Whisper White card stock; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear Bigz die; Beary Merry Originals die

37E – Witch Bear: Barely Banana, Basic Black, Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, and Very Vanilla card stock; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear and Bear Essentials Bigz dies; Kooky Spooky Originals die; Beary Boy Sizzlits die

37F – Pumpkin Bear: Basic Black, Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, and Very Vanilla card stock; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear Bigz die; Kooky Spooky Originals die

37G – Beary Boy Bear: Barely Banana, Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, and Very Vanilla card stock; Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear and Bear Essentials Bigz dies; Bear Boy Sizzlits die

37H – Bear Girl Bear: Chocolate Chip, More Mustard, Pretty in Pink, So Saffron, and Very Vanilla card stock; Pawsitively Prints Designer Series paper; Sizzix Big Shot; Basically Bear and Bear Essentials Bigz dies; Beary Girl Sizzlits die

38A and 38B – Ashton Book: Enjoy Every Moment and School Days digital brush and stamp sets; Basics Kiwi Kiss Small Polka‐Dot Designer Series paper basics; Hoppy Memories digital kit; Straight Stitch digital sewing; My Digital Studio

38C – Winter Hybrid Page (11″ x 8‐1/2″): Sweet Season digital brush and stamp set; Christmas Jingle digital kit; Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin’; Chocolate Chip 5/8″ grosgrain ribbon; Playground Designer buttons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; My Digital Studio

38D – Welcome Christmas Hybrid Card: All Scallops and Heard from the Heart digital brush and stamp sets; Christmas Jingle digital kit; Real Red 3/4″ polka‐dot grosgrain ribbon; Elementary Ribbon Originals; Button Latte Designer buttons; My Digital Studio; crochet thread

BackCover A – Merry Christmas Card: Many Merry Messages and Patterned Pines sets; Whisper White and Real Red card stock; Bashful Blue, Soft Suede, and Whisper White textured card stock; Old Olive, Real Red, and Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pads; Green Bead Duo; Pretties Kit; Medium window sheets; Stampin’ Dimensionals; 3/4″ Circle punch

BackCover B – Winter Wishes Globe Card: Snow Buddies set; Bashful Blue, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Sahara Sand, and Soft Suede card stock; Whisper White textured card stock; Bashful Blue and Basic Black Classic Stampin’ Pads; White Uni‐ball Signo gel pen; Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter; Soft Suede 1/2″ polka‐dot ribbon; Chit Chat Rub‐Ons; Stampin’ Dimensionals; pattern from Pattern Library

Wednesday, 9 September 2009

Downloading My Digital Studio Content

My Digital Studio Downloads

Periodically, My Digital Studio will have downloads available that feature Stampin’ Up! products, including stamp sets, exclusive papers, colours, and accessories. You can find these downloads in the store located on my business web site.

When you order through me, not only will you find all of Stampin’ Up!’s product offerings, you’ll also receive a product discount and you’ll be eligible to receive Stampin’ Rewards. Plus, I will be able to help you learn how to use the products you’ve purchased as well as provide project ideas and fun techniques.

You can also find Stampin’ Up!’s products—including the downloads—in Stampin’ Up!’s online store on the Stampin’ Up! web site.

To download My Digital Studio content:

1. Go to my online store or the Stampin’ Up! online store (www.stampinup.com).

2. If this is your first visit, you’ll need to set up an account. Follow the steps to set up your account. Your account is where you will access your downloads. Once you’ve created your account, the Stampin’ Up! online catalogue will open. In the catalogue you’ll find all the products that you can order through Stampin’ Up!, including digital versions of Stampin’ Up! products that you can use with My Digital Studio.

3. Add the products you want to your shopping bag. Downloadable products are identified with the downloadable icon.

4. After you’ve made all of your selections, check out and complete your purchase.
If you are ordering through me and your order qualifies for Stampin’ Rewards, you can select your rewards before checking out. You can learn more about the Stampin’ Rewards program by asking me. Click Stampin’ Rewards on the bottom of your demonstrator’s online store page to learn more.

5. After you’ve checked out, an Order Confirmation page will open. Click the Download Now link next to the product you want to download, or click Download Manager. Clicking on either will open Download Manager. Download Manager will list all the products that you have purchased for download.

6. In Download Manager, click the operating system you are using (Mac or Windows).
After you select your operating system, the file sizes appear next to each of the available downloads.

7. To download a file, click For My Digital Studio. If you click For Other Applications, Download Manager will download a version of the file that can be used in other programs, such as Adobe Photoshop.

8. When prompted, click Run. Click Run to have the image automatically placed in My Digital Studio so it will be available the next time you open My Digital Studio.
We do not recommend that you click Save. If you click Save, your computer will save the file to your hard drive, and you will have to locate the saved file and run it (double-click, and then click Run) before the image is placed in My Digital Studio. (If you click Save, be sure to record where you saved the file.)

9. Repeat steps 7–9 for each download file that you’ve purchased. Download Manager has a section for past downloads. Your Stampin’ Up! store account will maintain a record of the downloads you’ve purchased and will keep them available for future download. If you ever need to download a file again, visit your account and access Download Manager.

My Digital Studio scrapbooking - Digital Downloads

• Includes a large selection of best-selling images and coordinating accessories
• All-new, exclusive images added regularly
• Perfect images available for seasonal or everyday projects
• Compatible with a variety of design applications

Enjoy hundreds of templates, photo layouts, images, and more--all using Stampin' Up!'s exclusive designs and colours. Download additional content to My Digital Studio or use in another design software. Contents are sized to perfectly combine with other Stampin' up! products making hybrid projects a breeze.

Q: Can I purchase digital downloads without purchasing My Digital Studio?
A: Yes. Our digital downloads are compatible with other software programs. You cannot, however take advantage of Stampin' Up!'s professional print services without purchasing My Digital Studio.

Q: What other software programs are compatible with My Digital Studio downloads?
A: Any program that supports .jpg and .png files & layers such as: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Photoshop Elements, Jasc Paint Shop Pro (PSP), Microsoft Digital Image Pro (DIP), Ulead Photo Impact (PI), Corel Draw.

Q: What are the download prices?
A: Pricing of digital downloads will vary based on size and type of kits to be downloaded.

Q: Will there be any Digital Download Hostess Sets/Kits?
A: There will not be a Hostess Digital Download when we launch. We will continue to assess our product offering after launch.

My Digital Studio scrapbooking - Professional Printing

• Color matching for Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive colors,enabling you to create unique, multidimensional “hybrid” projects that combine traditional Stampin’ Up! products layered on top of digital creations
• Is simple to use—upload your projects to Stampin’ Up!’s Online Store, and our professional print services will have the finished (even bound!) products delivered to your door

Create scrapbook pages, cards, photo albums, calendars, and more. Print your creations at home or use our professional printing services. Create digital only designs to use for interactive albums and more.

Q: What are the prices of print products?
A: Pricing of print products will vary based on size, number of pages, and cover option. Pricing information will be posted on the web site when we announce the launch date.

Q: Are there minimum and maximum page limits on print products?
A: Minimum and maximum pages for each print output type are as follows:

* Photo albums must have a minimum of 22 pages, and can have up to 100 pages.
* Calendars have a minimum and maximum of 25 project pages. You can create a front cover page and two pages for each month.
* Cards have a minimum of one project page and a maximum of three project pages. The customer has the option to create the front and both inside pages.
* Individual pages can be printed in multiples of no less than five.

Q: Do I have to use the professional print service or can I print at home?
A: My Digital Studio has several output options including your own printer and multimedia/DVD creation. Using Stampin' Up!'s professional print services is the best way, however, to make sure Stampin' Up!'s exclusive colors print correctly.

Q: What can we expect for shipping times for print products?
A: Professionally printed products will be printed and shipped directly from our print vendor. There will be a processing time of two to three days to have your project actually printed, and then our standard shipping times will apply.

Q: Will the copyright appear on the back of my home-printed cards?
A: The Stampin' Up!/My Digital Studio copyright will appear on the back of all cards printed through the professional print services. It will not appear on the back of cards you print from home.

Q: Will my pages print back-to-back from my home printer?
A: Different printers have varying functionality. You will need to check your printer manual to determine if this functionality is available.

Q: What home printer do you recommend I buy?
A: Stampin' Up! cannot recommend a specific printer for you, but the system requirements information and knowing what types of projects you want to create will help you decide which printer will work best for you.

Here is a rough of pricing:

Type / Price / Add. Page Price Min/Max / Page Count / Cover Colors

Photo Cover (Personalized Hardcover)
5x5 (4.75x4.75 pages size) $46.95 $3.50 22/100 N/A
8x8 (7.75x7.75 pages size) $66.95 $3.95 22/100 N/A
11x8.5 (Landscape) (actual book size 11.5x8.5, 11.25x8.25 pages size) $93.95
$4.50 22/100 N/A
8.5X11 (Portrait) (actual book size 8.5x11.5, 8.25x11.25 pages size) $93.95
$4.50 22/100 N/A
12x12 (11.75x11.75 pages size) $106.95 $5.50 22/100 N/A

Cloth/Non Photo Cover
11x8.5 (Landscape) (actual book size 11.5x8.5, 11.25x8.25 pages size) $53.95 $4.50
22/100 black, white, chocolate, dark grey, kraft, tangerine, olive green, light pink, light blue, red

Bonded Leather
5x5 (4.75x4.75 pages size) $46.95 $3.50 22/100 black, white, chocolate, navy, red
8x8 (7.75x7.75 pages size) $66.95 $3.95 22/100 black, white, chocolate, navy, red
11x8.5 (Landscape) (actual book size 11.5x8.5, 11.25x8.25 pages size) $93.95 $4.50
22/100 black, white, chocolate, navy, red
8.5X11 (Portrait) (actual book size 8.5x11.5, 8.25x11.25 pages size) $93.95 $4.50
22/100 black, white, chocolate, navy, red
12x12 (11.75x11.75 pages size) $106.95 $5.50 22/100 black, white, chocolate, navy, red

Photo Books Soft Cover

Photo Cover (Personalized Softcover)

5x5 (4.75x4.75 actual book and pages size) $33.95 $3.50 22/100 N/A
8x8 (7.75x7.75 actual book and pages size) $39.95 $3.95 22/100 N/A
11x8.5 (Landscape) (11.25x8.25 actual book and pages size) $53.95 $4.50 22/100 N/A
8.5X11 (Portrait) (8.25x11.25 actual book and pages size) $53.95 $4.50 22/100 N/A

Calendars

Wire-O

11x8.5 (Landscape) $39.95 N/A N/A N/A
12x12 (11.5x11.5 image size) $46.95 N/A N/A N/A

Cards*
4.25x5.5 (Portrait-Folded on 5.5"Side) $3.95 N/A N/A N/A
5.5x4.25 (Landscape-Folded on 5.5"Side) $3.95 N/A N/A N/A
5x7 (Portrait-Folded on 7" Side) $4.75 N/A N/A N/A
7x5 (Landscape-Folded on 7" Side) $4.75 N/A N/A N/A
6x6 (Landscape-Folded on Top Side) $4.75 N/A N/A N/A
*Sold in increments of 1, minimum of 1. Up to 3 image pages per card. Cards will come scored but not folded

Individual Pages*
8.5x11 (true to size) $3.95 N/A N/A N/A
12X12 (true to size) $3.95 N/A N/A N/A
*Printed on one side only. Sold in increments of 1 with a minimum of 5 pages.

My Digital Studio scrapbooking - Software

With a simple install and intuitive design, the software lets you start creating right away. It's easy enough for a beginner, yet advanced enough to manipulate photos at an expert level.

• Intuitive design for quick learning and easy use
• Portable—load it on your laptop and take it anywhere
• Predesigned, customizable templates for easy project creation
• Contains nearly 2,000 exclusive Stampin’ Up! product images including stamps, inks, Designer Series paper, card stock, punches, hardware, ribbon, and much more
• Digital content is true-to-size with customization available
• Allows you to create CDs and DVDs of your audio and video-enhanced projects

Q: Is this software web-based or will I receive an installation disk?
A: You will receive installation disks that you will install on your computer. You will only need an Internet connection to register the product when you install it, to purchase professional print products, or to purchase digital downloads.

Q: What are the computer system requirements for My Digital Studio?
A: My Digital Studio is compatible with PC and MAC operating systems. Before you install My Digital Studio, make sure your computer meets the following requirements:

Computers running Microsoft Windows:

* Windows XP or Vista
* Pentium 4, 1 GHz or better (1.6 GHz recommended) or comparable AMD processor
* 512 MB RAM available (1 GB or more recommended, 1 GB required for Windows Vista users)
* 16 MB video RAM (64 MB recommended)
* Available hard disk space: 5GB minimum
* DVD-ROM drive

Computers running Macintosh:

* OS X 10.4.x or greater (with the latest Java update)
* G4 500 MHz or faster (G5 1 GHz or better recommended)
* 512 MB RAM (1 GB or more recommended)
* 8 MB video RAM (64 MB recommended)
* Available hard disk space: 5GB minimum
* DVD-ROM drive

Other Requirements

* QuickTime Player version 7.5 or higher (available on the My Digital Studio Installation DVD or at http://www.quicktime.com/)
* Monitor resolution: 1024 x 768 or higher (1152 x 864 or higher recommended)

Recommended additional equipment My Digital Studio User Guide - 8

* CD or DVD burner (required for interactive album and DVD-video output options)
* Printer
* Speakers
* Digital camera
* Microphone
* Digital camcorder
* Scanner

System requirements will also be posted on our web site at www.stampinup.com/mydigitalstudio.

Q: How much does My Digital Studio cost?
A: My Digital Studio costs $106.95.

Q: Why should you purchase My Digital Studio when they can download other applications for free?
A: There are several advantages in ordering My Digital Studio:

* Stampin' Up! Digital Content: Thousands of Stampin' Up! images are included in the software for an excellent value. These images and pre-designed templates are exclusive to Stampin' Up!, and cannot be found in other applications.
* Exclusive Stampin' Up! Colours: No other application has Stampin' Up! exclusive colors. This is especially important for making hybrid (projects that combine traditional Stampin' Up! products layered on top of digital creations) projects.
* Robust Features and Functionality: My Digital Studio is a user friendly, intuitive program designed specifically for digital scrapbooking and card making. Combining a robust group of features, multiple output options, strong photo editing capabilities, and the ability to add multimedia elements such as hot spot links, music, narration, and video to your projects, My Digital Studio is simply a better application than you can get on the web.
* Professional Print Services: The only way to take advantage of our high quality professional print services is to upload your projects through My Digital Studio. If you have downloaded content for use in other applications, you will not be able to use our services.

Q: What is the difference between selecting to create a Photo Album, Card, Calendar, and Multiple Output Options?
A: The Photo Album, Card, or Calendar options allow you to select your project size and type up front. The Multiple Output Options allows you to select the size up front, or change the size of the project after you are finished.

Q: The software agreement allows for installation on two computers in my home. Can I also install the application on a second computer where I work or in another location outside of my home?
A: The software license agreement allows you to install one copy of the software on two computers in your primary residence. If you want to also install the software on a computer in another location you can purchase another copy to do so.

Stampin’ Up!®’s new My Digital Studio scrapbooking





Coming soon....

The brand new digital solutions program called My Digital Studio, by Stampin' Up!, will be available to customers on Oct. 1st. Stampin’ Up!®’s new My Digital Studio scrapbooking and card making software opens a whole new world of opportunities for your crafting needs! I will not be able to purchase the full program immediately as I am in need of budgeting a new computer first but plan to utilize the digital downloads immediately and go from there. Many of you know that hybrid scrapping is my favourite and this is very exciting!


CREATIVITY WITH STAMPIN’ UP!® GOES DIGITAL—INTRODUCING MY DIGITAL STUDIO™

Stampin’ Up!’s award-winning artwork, colors, and accessories available in digital format via My Digital Studio

Stampin’ Up!®, long known for its exclusive rubber stamps and accessories for paper crafting, scrapbooking and home décor, is venturing into the digital age with the release of My Digital Studio™. My Digital Studio is an easy-to-use, software-based design studio featuring thousands of Stampin’ Up!’s award-winning images, colors, and accessories.

Extremely intuitive, My Digital Studio allows crafters of all skill levels to easily navigate the program and design their own digital project or use hundreds of templates to create professionally designed cards, photo albums, scrapbooks, and more. New artwork and templates will be available on a regular basis for download via Stampin’ Up!’s Online Store. In addition, My Digital Studio will offer professional print services where customers can purchase bound photo albums, cards, individual scrapbook pages, and calendars.

“I love the way My Digital Studio combines what Stampin’ Up! is known for—exclusive images, terrific color coordination and inspiring project ideas—and offers it in a digital format,” said Shelli Gardner, Stampin’ Up! cofounder and CEO. “This will make it easier than ever before to scrapbook or create other paper crafting projects while still ensuring that your end result looks great!”

The design studio offers perfect coordination when embellishing digital output products with traditional Stampin’ Up! embellishments, as well. Users can produce exquisite, multi-dimensional projects that marry the ease of digital with the beauty of handcrafted projects, creating what are known as hybrid projects.

Offering its products in a digital format with My Digital Studio is an extension to Stampin’ Up!’s product offerings and not a replacement of the traditional paper crafting products. Stampin’ Up! will continue to deliver innovative products to its customers and demonstrators via the traditional format.

Watch for upcoming demonstrations and ideas...


About Stampin’ Up!
Stampin’ Up!, a 21-year old, multi-million dollar direct-sales company, offers an exclusive line of decorative stamp sets and accessories for home décor, greeting cards, craft projects, and scrapbooking. Currently, tens of thousands of demonstrators from the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, France, Germany and the United Kingdom teach the art of stamping. Stampin’ Up! operates two state-of-the-art facilities including an 80,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Kanab, Utah; and a 300,000-square-foot corporate office, distribution center, and demonstrator support call center in Riverton, Utah. For more information call 801.257.5329 or visit www.stampinup.com.

Tuesday, 8 September 2009

Stenciled Album


Paper

* More Mustard card stock
* Rich Razzleberry card stock
* Very Vanilla card stock
* Thoroughly Modern Designer Series paper
* On Board 8-1/2" x 8-1/2" Album

Ink

* More Mustard Craft Stampin' Pad

Accessories & Tools

* Rich Razzleberry 1/2" polka-dot grosgrain ribbon
* Flourish Décor Stencil
* Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware
* Stampin' Dimensionals
* Sizzix Big Shot
* Beautiful Butterfly Bigz die
* Sponge daubers

Stampin'Up! 2009

Vintage Candy Boxes


Chocolate Chip Box
Stamps

* Oval All
(set of 4; 113790; $22.95)

Paper

* Very Vanilla card stock: 3" x 3"
* Blush Blossom textured card stock: 3" x 3"
* Chocolate Chip textured card stock: 6" x 6"; 6" x 12"

Ink

* Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin' Pad
* Close to Cocoa Stampin' Write marker

Accessories & Tools

* Chocolate Chip 5/8" grosgrain ribbon
* Very Vanilla 3/8" taffeta ribbon;
* Pretties Kit
* Stampin' Dimensionals
* Color Spritzer Tool
* Large Oval punch
* Scallop Oval punch
* Sizzix Big Shot
* Tulipe Bigz die
* Matchbox Bigz XL die
* Crochet thread

Very Vanilla Box
Stamps

* Friends 24-7
(set of 6; 113218; $34.95)

Paper

* Very Vanilla card stock: 6" x 6"; 6" x 12"
* Blush Blossom textured card stock: 3" x 3"
* Chocolate Chip textured card stock: 3" x 3"

Ink

* Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin' Pad
* VersaMark Pad

Accessories & Tools

* Silver Stampin Emboss powder
* Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter
* Chocolate Chip 3/8" taffeta ribbon
* Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware
* Pretties Kit
* Stampin' Dimensionals
* Heat tool
* Scallop Edge punch
* 1" Circle punch
* Sizzix Big Shot
* Matchbox Bigz XL die

Blush Blossom Box
Stamps

* Dreams du Jour
(set of 4; 111624; $24.95)
* Bella Toile background stamp
(111598; $23.95)

Paper

* Very Vanilla card stock: 3" x 3"
* Blush Blossom textured card stock: 6" x 6"; 6" x 12"
* Chocolate Chip textured card stock: 3# x 3#

Ink

* Close to Cocoa Classic Stampin' Pad
* VersaMark pad
* Close to Cocoa Stampin' Write marker

Accessories & Tools

* White Stampin' Emboss powder
* Pretties Kit
* Autumn Harvest Rub-Ons
* Stampin' Dimensionals
* Color Spritzer Tool
* Heat tool
* Trio Flower punch
* Sizzix Big Shot
* Matchbox Bigz XL die

Instructions
Chocolate Box

1. Cut the unassembled matchbox from Chocolate Chip textured card stock (6" x 12") using Big Shot machine and Matchbox die.
2. Assemble the two separate portions of matchbox.
3. Cut Tulipe from Chocolate Chip textured card stock (6" x 6") using Big Shot machine and Tulipe die. Cut off flourish.
4. Adhere flourish to the slip-cover portion of matchbox.
5. Wrap Chocolate Chip 5/8" grosgrain ribbon around top of slip-cover.
6. Wrap Very Vanilla 3/8" taffeta ribbon over the Chocolate Chip 5/8" grosgrain ribbon, and tie the ends together using crochet thread.
7. Punch scalloped oval from Blush Blossom textured card stock using Scallop Oval punch.
8. To create label: Stamp best wishes image in Chocolate Chip ink on Very Vanilla textured card stock, and punch out using Large Oval punch. Adhere to Blush Blossom scalloped oval.
9. Adhere label to slip-cover using Stampin' Dimensionals.
10. Adhere half-back pearls to label and ribbon.
11. Slide slip-cover over box portion of matchbox.
12. Spatter ink over the box using Close to Cocoa Stampin' Write marker and Color Spritzer Tool

Very Vanilla Box

1. Cut the unassembled matchbox from Very Vanilla textured card stock (6" x 12") using Big Shot machine and Matchbox die.
2. Assemble the two separate portions of matchbox.
3. Cut 1-3/4"-wide strip from Blush Blossom textured card stock, and stamp fleur de lis image on card stock in VersaMark ink.
4. Apply Silver Stampin' Emboss Powder to stamped image, shake off excess, and heat emboss.
5. Apply Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter to ends of flourishes.
6. Wrap embossed Blush Blossom card stock around slip-cover, and adhere.
7. Punch scalloped border strips from Chocolate Chip textured card stock using Scallop Edge punch; trim and adhere to slip-cover portion of matchbox so that the strips border the Blush Blossom card stock.
8. Punch circle from Very Vanilla textured card stock using 1" Circle punch.
9. To create label: Stamp "Here for you" in Chocolate Chip ink on Very Vanilla textured cardstock and insert punched circle in Styled Silver Hodgepodge Hardware.
10. Tie Chocolate Chip 3/8" taffeta ribbon to silver hardware and wrap ribbon around slip-cover.
11. Remove rhinestone from brad, and adhere to silver hardware, and then silver hardware to slip-cover.
12. Run Blush Blossom textured card stock through crimper and cut several strips from crimped card stock. Insert strips into box portion.
13. Slide slip-cover over box portion of matchbox.

Blush Blossom Box

Box

1. Cut the unassembled matchbox from Blush Blossoms textured card stock (6" x 12") using Big Shot machine and Matchbox die.
2. Stamp toile image in VersaMark ink on slip-cover.
3. Apply White Stampin' Emboss powder to stamped image, shake off excess, and heat emboss.
4. Assemble the two separate portions of matchbox.
5. Cut 1/2" strip from Chocolate Chip textured card stock and dab with water to distress. Adhere strip to the slip-cover.
6. Adhere hat pin from Pretties Kit over Chocolate Chip strip using Glue Dots. Trim pin with wire cutters, if needed.
7. To create label: Cut label from Very Vanilla textured card stock using Big Shot machine and Matchbox die. Spatter ink over label using Close to Cocoa Stampin' Write marker and Color Spritzer Tool. Apply Rub-On greeting to label.
8. Adhere label to slip-cover using Stampin' Dimensionals.
9. Stamp butterfly image in Close to Cocoa ink to Very Vanilla textured card stock. Cut out image and adhere to edge of label.
10. Adhere label to slip-cover.
11. Slide slip-cover over box portion of matchbox.

Candy Wrappers

1. Cut four 1"-wide strips from Chocolate Chip textured card stock. Wrap around candy and adhere.
2. Punch four flowers from Blush Blossom textured card stock using Trio Flowers punch. Adhere to Chocolate Chip strips.
3. Adhere half-back pearls to punched flowers.
4. Insert candy into box.

Stampin'Up! 2009