Cupcakes + Raspberry Tart = Yummy

I attended a WOOHOO! Stampers Group Meeting yesterday (Saturday). Each of us was assigned either a new Sell-A-Bration Stamp Set to use or a new Hostess Stamp Set to use. We each created a card to share/swap with everyone using the stamp set. We ended up with a nice selection of card samples we can use at upcoming classes.

I LOVE the new DSP - Raspberry Tart (pg. 160, 113975, $9.95). I used the Sizzix Stampin' Up! Exclusive Bigz Die "Top Note" (pg. 196, 113463, $21.95), using only 1/2 of the punched shape. I also used my new stamp set "Crazy for Cupcakes" (pg. 41, 111618, $23.95) and used "Yummy" from the upcoming Sell-A-Bration Mini Catalog (You can get the stamp set FREE starting February 1st - ASK ME how). It doesn't show up in the picture, but the cupcake frosting and cherry are sparkling with glitter. I just love how it turned out - don't you?

Demolition has Begun

Well, demolition of my Kitchen and 1/2 bath began Monday. Here are a couple "before" pictures.

Here are a few more showing after cabinets removed, flooring removal, opening up a wall between the living room and kitchen.

Well, that is pretty much the end of week 1. They did some plumbing and electrical rough in, not really any visible changes. Next week will be plaster work and I will be painting in the 1/2 bath Wednesday, and the Kitchen next weekend. Until next time...

Stampin' Up! Inventory Blowout List

Here is a quick look at all the items discounted in the Inventory Blowout:

If you want to purchase any of the above items, while supplies are still available (for retired items) or still discounted (current items that will appear in the new Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalog) you may do so at my Stampin' Up! demonstrator website. Remember to click on the SHOP NOW button in the upper right hand corner of any page.

Have a wonderful day and thanks for looking!

Stampin' Up! Retired Accesssories & Inventory Blowout

Stampin' Up! has announced their retiring accessories. Also, they are having an Inventory Blowout with savings up to 50% off. Check out this color flyer to see what is being offered.

Contact me and I will send you a text list of the Retiring Accessories, as well as a list of Inventory Blowout items and their discounted prices. HURRY, once the retired list of items is announced, they sell out quickly, as there are already limited quantities.

You may place your orders in one of two ways:

1. Email your order to me. I will figure out what you owe and contact you with the total. You can give me your credit card information and I will place your order and have it shipped directly to you.
2. You can visit my Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Website and click on SHOP NOW in the upper right hand corner of any page. Place your order, pay with your credit card, and your items will ship directly to you.

NEW CUSTOMERS ONLY*

• Place a $75 (net) order and get a FREE Classic Stampin' Pad (just choose your color).
• Place a $150 (net) order and get a FREE 8-1/2 x 11 pack of Card Stock (just choose your color). This is in addition to the normal Hostess Benefits (Level 1 Hostess PLUS $15 in FREE merchandise from a current Stampin' Up! Catalog) you get by placing a $150 (net) order.

*This is my personal special for new customers. It is not available for orders placed using the SHOP NOW feature on my website. To take advantage of my New Customer Special, you must place your order directly thru me. Offer expires at 1:00 pm CST, January 18, 2009.

Thanks for looking...