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Linda's Link
Linda Yamamoto, Independent
Stampin' Up! Demonstrator | |
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Dear Linda
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Where has the time gone? We're already at week 6 of the 12 weeks of Christmas ideas - which will be posted to your inbox tomorrow.
I've also been advised that it's National Blog Posting Month (seriously, I don't make this stuff up....) so I'm going to honour it (even though I just found out about it) by trying to post to my blog at www.yamstamps.com everyday until the end of the month. We'll see how I do! So what does that mean for you? Well - lots of new samples and articles at the blog - so check it often or sign up for the "feed" - you'll automatically get emails or notification when I update the blog (depending on which method you choose). In the latest version of Internet Explorer, you can have a "feeds" list for blogs - I have a whole bunch that I'm keeping my eye on!
My November calendar is pretty busy, and I've just added in a new class - see below. If your calendar's getting busy too, don't forget you can shop for stamping supplies & gifts 24/7 at www.yamstamps.stampinup.net!! | |
| Holiday Mini Catalogue |
 The Holiday Mini Catalogue is available through January 18, if you haven't received your copy, you can view it online or contact me to get yours. | |
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| Punch Pals Class |
 Isn't this the CUTEST card holder ever??!!!!
Come to the Punch Pals class & make one!
We'll also make 6 coordinating cards to store inside it (plus envelopes). Once the cards have been sent, use the box to store your favourite received cards, photos, etc.
Cost is $25. Class will be held Wednesday, November 26th, 7pm. Can't make it on that date? Class to go option available - you'll get all the required supplies plus full instructions - $25 plus postage if applicable. Just a warning - this class uses a bunch of punches! So, if you're thinking of getting the class to go, email me for the complete supply list....and then let me know what you need to add on to your class to go! (wink). Another option - get a group of friends together & I will come to you to do this class! (but be warned - my calendar's already pretty full...) |
| Hostess Incentive |
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For the rest of November, when you host a $460 (or more) workshop, you qualify to choose one stamp set from the Fall-Winter Sampler for free.
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Item # |
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Retail Value |
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111564 |
Flight of the Butterfly |
$37.95 |
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111752 |
Sur les ailes d'un papillon (French Flight of the Butterfly) |
$37.95 |
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111676 |
Puns from the Past |
$32.95 |
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111660 |
Just Jawing |
$30.95 |
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112881 |
Je t'ai en tête (French Just Jawing) |
$30.95 |
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111624 |
Dreams Du Jour |
$22.95 |
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112869 |
Rêves au menu (French Dreams Du Jour) |
$22.95 |
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111700 |
Thank You Kindly |
$16.50 |
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111742 |
Tous mes remerciements (French Thank You Kindly) |
$16.50 |
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111714 |
Wow Flowers |
$15.50 |
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112652 |
Bonheur fleuri (French Wow Flowers) |
$15.50 |
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111600 |
Bella's Bloom |
$15.50 | |
| Country Living Holiday Collection Stamp Kit |
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I'm excited to introduce Stampin' Up!'s Country Living Holiday Collection Stampin' Kit that will be in the December 2008 issue of Country Living magazine!
This exclusive Holiday Collection Stampin' Kit includes the following products:
- Holiday Collection stamp set (six stamps)
- Four 12" x 12" sheets of die-cut chipboard
- Eight 12" x 12" sheets of die-cut Designer Series paper (2 ea. of 4 double-sided designs)
- Four 12" x 12" sheets of Designer Series paper (2 ea. of 2 double-sided designs)
- Two 12" x 12" sheets of Whisper White card stock 25 yds.
- Silver Metallic cord
- 10 yds. 3/8" Whisper White Taffeta ribbon
- Pretties Kit brads (20)
- Stampin' Dimensionals
- Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter (1/2 oz.)
- Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive
- Riding Hood Red Classic Stampin' Spot
- Old Olive Craft Stampin' Spot
- Uninked Stampin' Spot
- Whisper White Craft Ink refill
We'll be making one of these projects at the December Holiday Packaging Class....(see class date below) - but trust me, you might as well get the kit, because you're going to want to make more than one!!! |
| Project of the Month |
Thoroughly Thankful Page
Stamps: Short Order Numbers stamp set
Thoroughly Thankful stamp set
Paper: Baja Breeze card stock, Kraft card stock, Naturals Ivory card stock
Really Rust card stock, Chocolate Chip textured card stock, On Board Something Seasonal
Ink: Baja Breeze, Basic Brown, Mellow Moss, So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pads, Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write marker
Accessories: Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon, Château Bella RubOns, Aqua Painter, Sanding Blocks, Stampin' Dimensionals
Instructions
Layer Naturals Ivory card stock on to Chocolate Chip textured card stock page.
Tear Kraft card stock and layer on Naturals Ivory card stock.
Stamp date in Chocolate Chip ink on top of page.
Tie Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon around page.
Layer Baja Breeze card stock on to page over ribbon and adhere photograph.
Cover chipboard with Really Rust and Chocolate Chip card stock and adhere to page.
Stamp leaf images in black StazOn ink on Naturals Ivory card stock.
Watercolor leaf images using Aqua Painter.
Cut out leaf images and adhere to page. |
| Stamping - It's a Dirty Job... |
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but someone's got to do it.... and then we've got to clean up! Here are a few cleaning tips for some of your stamping & crafting messes.
Cleaning Stamps
Well, ummm, this is a pretty easy one - the Stampin' Scrub & Stampin' Mist combo is the cheapest washer/dryer you'll ever find! After stamping, you can stamp off excess ink onto scrap paper (I especially like to do this if I've been using craft or Encore metallic inks), then spritz some mist on one side of the scrub. Gently rub your stamp on the wet side of the scrub, then repeat on the dry side of the scrub - voila! Note that the smaller the stamp, the less rubbing force required.... This also works to clean the plastic mat for the Stamp-a-ma-Jig.
For those stamps stained by Staz-On or the "basic" Stampin' Up! inks (e.g. Basic Black, Basic Brown...) - Staz-On Cleaner is amazing! Simply rub the foam applicator tip over the stamp and watch those stains melt away. I usually use the stampin' scrub afterwards to remove excess residue plus condition the stamp.
NOW - to clean your Stampin' Scrub - I pop out the fuzzy mats and hold them under the tap, rubbing with my hand. Usually the residual stampin' mist will foam up a bit (well, especially if you wait as long as I do sometimes to clean them....) or you can add a bit of handsoap or dishsoap, whatever's convenient. Rinse well, and remove the excess water as best as you can. To dry them, stand the pads on a paper towel in the dish rack or propped against something. I recommend the paper towel as I'm often shocked at the colour of the water that drains off still.... I have heard that some people will actually throw them in the top rack of their dishwasher on a quick cycle. I haven't actually done this (given that my dishwasher is usually full!!) and I would caution that you NOT use the heat boost or drying cycle if you do try it!!
Cleaning Your Blender Pen
Blender pens are great for adding a colour to images with the stampin' pastels, watercolour pencils or watercolour crayons, or classic ink! You get 3 double tipped pens in each pack, but you won't need to have a pen for each colour. To clean your blender pen, simply scribble on a scrap piece of paper until no colour comes off the tip. Note that the tip may still appear "stained" but as long as the blender fluid is coming out clear, the tip is clean and ready for the next application!
Those craft & rubber scissors of mine get gummed up but good with adhesive residue. Actually, so do my paper snips.... Anyway - to clean the blades easily, I just use a cotton pad soaked in some nail polish remover - removes all the gooeys easily! It's amazing how well clean scissors will cut....
Containing Glitter
I honestly don't think there's a surefire way of this!! I love to use glitter, but it gets EVERYWHERE! By using my Powder Pal trays, I can dump excess glitter onto the tray and then use the brush to help coax it back into the bottle. You definitely need to use the brush if you are using the cosmo fine glitter because it's so....fine... You get two Powder Pal trays in each pack, so you can choose the size appropriate for your project (or you can have a spare for those times you forget to finish cleaning up the one tray). (I speak from experience...) Reusable is environmentally friendly, but if you are in a pinch and forgot your trays....the ruffly coffee filters can work in a similar way.
Cleaning the Powder Pal Trays
I use dry Swiffer pads or a rag to clean out my Powder Pal trays occasionally, to ensure all those stray bits are not hanging around. Don't forget to clean out the neck of the tray (the little chute) too! I find my trays sometimes seem a bit "staticky" - so after cleaning the tray, I have used my Embossing Buddy (the powder filled pillow) to try to cut down on this before my next project.
Cleaning Your Stamping / Scrapping Area
Well - that's one's up to you!!! LOL. I'm definitely the last person to give good advice here....my area definitely looks like a whirlwind has been through after I'm done creating. Luckily, there's a door that I can close!!
Have a good tip or a burning question? Email me - and if I use it in a future newsletter or blog post, you'll get a certificate worth $5 towards a class fee or merchandise through me!! |
| Rub On Some Holiday Cheer |
 Get 20% off all Rub-Ons when you spend $20 on Stampin' Up! products.
For only $10.36 per package (regularly $12.95), you can get any of Stampin' Up!'s fun and unique Rub-Ons that can be used on cards, scrapbook pages, crafting projects, and more!
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| Classes and Events |
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Holiday Card Class - 7-9 pm
Wednesday November 5th
Tonight's class will feature all holiday cards! $15 for 4 cards with envelopes to inspire you! Registration is now closed.
Holiday Card Clinics - Thursday November 6th, Monday November 10th, Friday November 14th - 7 pm.
What a way to get a whack of holiday cards stamped!! Registration is now closed. Snow Flurries Class - 7-9 pm
Monday, November 17th
We'll be making a portfolio of winter cards - class price includes a full package of rub-ons! Registration is now closed.
Scrap the Fall - 7-9pm
Monday November 24th
We'll create a two page autumn themed layout at tonight's get together. This is a great way to start scrapbooking, or to add to your stash of techniques. We'll incorporate rubber stamping & die cuts on the pages. $20 covers all supplies required for the layouts, including adhesive....so no need to haul everything with you. You can add your photos once you're at home too!!
**JUST ADDED TO MY CALENDAR**
Punch Pals Class - 7-9 pm
Wednesday November 26
$25 to create the fantastic card holder & a set of cards!! Includes all supplies required. Email me at linda@yamstamps.com to register by November 17th. Can't make it that evening? Also available as a "class to go" - $25 plus postage as applicable.
Holiday Packages, Tags & Decor - 7-9 pm
Wednesday, December 3rd
$15 to create some wonderful handmade finishes for your packages and home. Email me at linda@yamstamps.com to register!
Please check www.yamstamps.com to keep updated on my latest projects & class offerings. Don't forget, if there's a class you want to try but can't attend, get a group of friends together & I will come to you!! If there's something you're interested in, or always wanted to try, please let me know! It may end up as a project or the basis for an event! | |
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As always, if I can be of any assistance, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Linda
Linda Yamamoto, Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
(905) 319-6546
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