Trendy Tree or should I say Poinsettia

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Clever girl that JB- she used the tree from Trendy Trees stamp set and turned it into Poinsettia Petals -

Just goes to show you that you dont have to have a 'Christmas' stamp set to make 'Christmas' Cards

Enjoy

Shan

Fun Giftable Idea and Class Info

I have cancelled the Dec Classes due to low registrations- I know we are all soooo very busy during the holidays so I will try to post some extra things for you during this period
Please watch for my January & February classes and sign up by the registration date to ensure you have a seat - also I reserve the right to cancel when I have less than 2 people signed up
I am also offering another alternative - I am happy to come to your home for a class or individual work session- fees vary based on what you are looking for from $15-$50

These cute gift bags were created by Julie B a fellow demo

Designed to look like a wintery Gingerbread House they are aboslutely quick n easy to recreate

Supplies: Julies sack uses Bermuda Bay CS for her die pieces

Paper Lunch Sack

Cardstock colors of choice

White Ink

Berry Chrismas Sizzlet Die

Lg Scallop circle

Kraft CS or scrap paper bags for scallop topper and door

Big Shot

Brad

Ribbon of chioce

Directions

Sponge edges of Paper Sack with white ink

Cut scallop topper and rectangle door from scrap paper bags

Adhere door to bag as shown using a brad

Cut out mini sizzlet pieces and adhere as shown using adhesive of choice

Punch hole(s) in scallop and top of bag folded over and run ribbon thru and

you are set

Enjoy and email me today to schedule an individual class or work session

mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com

Shannon

Christmas Stamp A Stack Class

Stampers - it's the most Wonderful time of the year- all the big fun holidays are happening or are on the horizon
With Halloween over with - take a moment to sign up for my

Christmas Stamp A Stack Card class- Sat NOV 14TH from 11-1
this class is $15 but you will receive the Dasher Stamp - used on this card sample as a gift from me- when you register by Nov 4th

Class Space is limited to the first 6 stampers RSVP is required by WED Nov 4 (as I need to preorder the Dasher stamps)- if that class fills I will open a second class - You will create 15 cards with envelopes to be used to send your holiday greetings to all your friends
You will create 3 cards for each of the 5 designs=15 cards incl envelopes
Dont forget to email me at mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com to register for this class today
Shan

New My Digital Studio Card

This was a super easy project card that I literally created from start to finish in 3 minutes- How you ask? With My Digital Studio
I started with a predesigned template
added the greeting and snowflakes and repositioned the red box and dasher die cut
Super easy Super fast Super cute!!!
If you would like to try MDS (My Digital Studio) let me know
or plan to attend my Create Share Inspire free events
Order MDS today and have it in time to create your Christmas Cards
in a snap! email me at mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com
Enjoy
Shan

Christmas is Coming- get your Free Gift

Carrie has created the most stunning Winter card here and I just had to share it - For more fun Christmas and Holiday Ideas please email me to sign up for my 12 weeks of Christmas Gift to you - Its not too late - all items have been back logged so you wont miss out- mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com and request the 12 weeks of Christmas Gift

Crowing About Fall

I just had to share this super cute punch crow- this card was made by a fellow demo and was emailed to me without their info - so if it is yours or you know whose it is please let me know so I can credit her
I just love finding fun and creative ways to use my punchs - punches are so worth the investment- they make paper piecing fun elements like this a snap + give a professional finish to all your paper crafting projects from cards to scrapbook pages to giftables
If you would like the supply list of which punches this Crafty & Cute Crow uses just email me and request Crow Supplies at mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com
I am also available to bring all the materials and help you and atleast 3 of your adult friends create this cute card as part of my Autumn Class On Wheels- this class on wheels features this card as well as an Autumn Tag style garland and mini Gratitude journal- fee is just $15 per person and is prepaid a few days ahead of your class time

And dont forget Nov 14th I will be hosting my Dasher Christmas Card Stamp a Stack - you will make 12 cards (3 designs + bonus template ideas for use at home) + receive the Dasher stamp - because each participant will receive the individual stamp - this class requires RSVP and PYMT by Nov 1st- Class cost is $15
email your rsvp to me today at mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com

Foodies and Fun Oct 14

FOODIES & FUN: Wed Oct 14th, 6:30-9:00- Ex. Spgs - Ventana Grill
this exclusive class get together is a Bonus Event that Im offering
fee is $15 + dinner - we will be stamping at Ventanas Gourmet Grill in Excelsior Springs- dinners are typically between $8-18 but even better you will create the cutest recipe book, recipe holder, and cookbook markers. This makes a great gift to give for the Holidays!
Please email me a recipe when you RSVP- PrePay is required at RSVP time- No later than Oct 1st Thurs -So dont delay- mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com

12 Weeks of Christmas Is About to Begin

Hi Stampers

Make sure to email me at mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com

to sign up for my 12 weeks of Christmas

It is my Christmas Gift to you but you have to be signed up to

receive it

It's not too late-

You will receive the link to a special site where each week

I will post a new Christmas Idea including all supplies

and instructions to make the projects

So dont delay sign up with me today

mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com

Shan

12 Weeks of Christmas

Stampers
Get ready for a new approach on my Annual 12 days of Christmas
In the past I have done these in Dec - this year however I want to give you ample time to actually implement the ideas and to order any product that you might need
When you sign up you will get access to a special website where you can access atleast 1 new project perfect for the Christmas Season- projects will be complete with recipes listing all items necessary-
in addition you will be able to contact me for ideas on how to scale up or down a project and how to personalize it if you like
But Hurry you have to be on my regular Mailing List- so if you havent recently received my email regarding my fall/winter class lineup - you arent on my list- to sign up - email me at: mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com
and in the subject line put: MAILING LIST in the body of the email type
12 WEEKS OF CHRISTMAS
and just to get us in the mood a tiny bit I have attached a fun sample from convention above

BONUS- do you just LOVE the Dasher reindeer - it is an individual stamp and when you sign up for my Holiday Stamp a Stack you will receive it as part of the class.

Dont forget to email me today to take advantage of the Holiday Fun that is headed your way for 12 wks beginning in October

Shan

Boo-tiful Pennant Garland Decor

I am posting a pix from convention that features the Boo-tiful pennant garland created by Shelli- this is one of the fantastic projects we will be making at my Sept 19th class - see details in previous post
email me today to register: mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com
class kits are available by mail for $15+ $4.95 shipping

'Witchin' You a Safe Halloween

Cool Crypts Class on Sat Sept 19 from 10-12 -
We will be making the cutest witch from several of our punchs that can adorn any of your halloween party kit items (she is the sneak peek above)
A super cool Pennant Banner Garland that was created by Shelli Gardner herself (co-founder of SU)
A vinyl home decor project featuring our Spooky Expressions
As well as a halloween party kit that includes a favor & card/invitation
All of these items are sure to make your home delightfully BOOtiful for the season
Fee is only $15 or Free with a $25 net order
Class is limited to 6 people (if this class fills I will offer a 2nd session from 1-3 the same day)
To help me prepare for the class RSVP is required by Sept 12th
Those who register by Mon Sept 7th will receive a Ghostly Early Bird Gift

email me at mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com to register - class held in the Liberty MO area

Class kits are available by mail for an additional $4.95 to cover shipping fees

Inspire Create Share

Convention Friends - 1 more reason to be a Stampin Up! demonstrator
Stampin' Up! demos are like no other category of people - you can literally 'chat' online and find a roomate and before you know it you are friends for life. These are my roomies from Convention 09 -
left to right: Mel (from Canada)Patty, Lucy, Judy and myself- my other longtime friend Stacey wasnt here this yr.
These gals are all sideline friends - we met at convention and then get together each yr and at other SU events -
If you would like to meet new people while papercrafting join my team today - for only $85 (thru Aug 31) you can join in the Stampin' Up! friendships go to shannonssizzlenstampers.stampinup.com
click on join
my password is SIZZLENSTAMPERS
I hope to have a few more stampers join our team in the next month
so I am offering a New Stamp Set from my retired collection to anyone who signs up between now and Sept 30. I have several sets for you to choose from.

Help Us Help Kids

This call goes out to everyone- you dont need to be a stamper or scrapbooker to participate

I frequent a site called Sugardoodle for great church & activity ideas

as well as am on Late Night Stampers group

These 2 groups through Sherril Graff have bonded for a yearlong Service Project- providing cards and blankets to the Ronald McDonald Houses - which of course Stampin' Up! donates to as well.

Anyway there are 3 links below that you are welcome to research more info about this great cause

In addition those people who participate in this project via me by Sept 30 will be entered to win the RMCH stamp set for 09-10 which is Very Thankful- please let me know when you have mailed your items and send me a photo to be entered officially

here are the links:
http://www.sugardoodle.net/mambo/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=4995

http://rmhc.org/how-you-can-help/volunteer/30-ways-in-30-days/spread-the-word-by-sharing-your-story/ =0 A

http://latenightstamper-stampandscrap.blogspot.com/

Enjoy some convention samples above- the peacocok card is from the Very Thankful set -

Win A Build A Bear Stamp Set

Stampers all over are in love with our New Build A Bear products

and I would love to give away one of the stamp sets for FREE

to someone who joins my team by Aug 28th.

So if you would love to win one of these sets before they are even available

join my team by going to

http://www.shannonssizzlenstampers.stampinup.net/

and click on the join button then use my password

SIZZLENSTAMPERS

to sign on as my newest team member

All team members who join between now and Aug 28 will be entered in the drawing to win one of the New Build A Bear stamp sets

I'm Back with a BIG Sale

After the hectic last quarter I had I am back to my regular life and routine (hopefully)
With a renovation on my house including all new windows, roofing and siding + because of complications we are having to do touchup work in virtually every room in my house (by the way it is still not all done)
you can begin to guess one of the reasons I havent been quite so active with my business
In the midst of the remodel my desktop computer crashed and I lost everything on it unsalvageable even by IT
Anyway if you have a chance send me an email so I can rebuild my address book
This next Sat on July 11th I will be having my annual Used Stamp Sale
you as my customer & guest are invited to arrive at 10 am - is is being advertised to the general public with a 12 noon start time
The sale will go til atleast 2 in the afternoon so drop by at any time
I have alot of sets this go around used and many that are brand new that I never even got to use with the house renovation
I will also have lots of designer papers and ribbon as well as other embellishments that have retired from SU's current catalog
You may also pick up a catalog if you preordered or get one until I run out
I am so excited to be stepping up my stamping buisness again I hope you will join in my excitement
Convention is right around the corner Aug 4-9 and I will be there - look for exciting new events when I return
Thanks again for your continued support & patronage
Shan

Get Paid to PLAY!!!

If you are a paper crafting enthusist of any level then this offer is for you! If you currently stamp as a creative outlet but would love a discount or if you are looking for a business opportunity to add cash to your household account or to pay for your hobby, join Stampin' Up! and become a member of The Sizzlen Stampers!
www.shannonssizzlenstampers.stampinup.net

THE TIMING COULDN'T BE BETTER! During Sale-A-Bration, the customizable Starter Kit (which is already a terrific value) is an additional 15% off plus you get a bonus of any stamp set in the current catalog (up to $47.95 value). There's no obligation to purchase anything else ever!

If you would like more information or have other questions on how to sign up
visit my SU site and click on join now
the password to sign up is:SIZZLENSTAMPERS
www.shannonssizzlenstampers.stampinup.net

Spring Sneak Peek

Hi, here's the list of stamp sets that are featured in the New Occasions Mini Catalog that are available today (the rest of the catalog will be available April 1st).
to view Occasions Mini Catalog
go to: http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/pg11-13_Occasions_09_US.pdf
Item Description Retail Price
113196 An Egg-cellent Easter $21.95
113262 Wagon Full of Fun $34.95
113822 Eight Great Greetings $27.95
115421 Ocho saludos geniales (Spanish Eight Great Greetings) $27.95
114643 Huit souhaits sympas (French Eight Great Greetings) $27.95
113833 Egg Hunt Stampin' Around wheel $6.50

Scrap Map of the Month

Ok So I set a goal to designate 1 day each month to do some scrapbooking

Right now I am working on my sons Scout pages so that when he finishes his Eagle Project this spring they will be ready to display at his Court of Honor.

I will admit as this was my first month with this goal the day got away from me. But never fear

today Im featuring the scrap map template that Im using to create the title/cover page of his album.

I loved this idea that was fetured to create an art piece in our Demonstrators magazine from Stampin' Up!

This type of template is also perfect to create a more structured collage that can incorporate photos from all different years, events etc. that summarize a general area of one's life etc.

Right now I have begun cutting all the pieces of paper- that is the most time consuming part of the project - I hope to be able to finish it by early next week. Once I have it completed it I will get a photo and post it. I encourage you to use this scrap map to create your own page.

I would love to share your page with our readers as well.

Shan

Branchin' Out Technique Class

Sneak Peek of just one of the projects we will be making at the March 7 Technique Class-

fee for the class is just to place a $25 net order that day. Join the club* and receive gifties each month. This project features our new crocheted Fleurettes and an easy watercolor technique that adds that little bit of drama.

Dont forget you can still RSVP for Februarys Technique Class on Feb 7th

We will be making a whole organizer full of valentine inspired goodies- don't do valentines? This class is all about love & kindness and sharing it with others - and that is good anytime of the year! The featured technique of this class is box building - we will build 3 boxes including a compartment organizer box with acetate lid. In addition we will do some other goodies to coordinate.

Trust me you won't be disappojnted with this class.

Email me today to RSVP (no later than Feb 4) to reserve your spot (space is limited) mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com

Technique Club members commit to place $25 net each month for 6 mo min. In return they receive gifties each month - these are generally new product items that individual class members do not receive.

You & Moi'

This cute Valentine favor is the perfect way to combine card and gift/treat.

A cardstock cylinder, scallop punch and a bit of scalloped accent are all you need to create the gift holder. Stamp a coordinating heart and create a shaped card attaching with thread as shown

Voila! A simple and beautiful valentine all in one!

We will be making a springtime rendition of this project at my Multiple Hostesses Party on March 4th see my sidebar of events for more info on how you can host a Stress Free Sale-A-Bration party that isnt even in your home!

NEW CATALOG = NEW ACCESSORY CLUB

Stampin' Up! is premiering the New 2009 Spring/Summer Catalog/Idea book.
Just in time to help curb your Cabin Fever too!
Contact me to reserve your copy Today- Quantities are limited!
Catalogs will be available to pick up at a complimentary Technique Class Im offering this Sat Jan 17 from 2-4pm - RSVP for details. mrssizzlen@kc.rr.com
In addition Im offering another Accessory Club- this is your one time to get a sampling of ALL the new Ribbon, Brads, Buttons & Clips being offered. Be warned this club does take 8 people to participate but it is such a reasonable price I am hoping that is not a problem. The club fee is one time $25 and includes tax and initial shipping fees. If you were to order all these on your own it would be over $200 (of course you would end up w/ more product-Ü)
You will receive 1 yd of each of the new ribbons (includes ribbon originals) and 1 of each color/size of each of the new jumbo brads - 2 sz & 4 colors, clear rhinestone brads in 3 sz, flower brads in 4 colors, 1/2 in library clips in 3 colors, corduroy buttons 3 sz 6 colors. This is a perfect way to pick up all the little enhancements for individual cards, scrapbk pages and giftables that you'll be creating this spring. This club purchase can be your Technique Commitment for January if you are participating or joining that club as well. Orders will be due by Monday at 10 am- with pymt.

Return from Hyatis

Apologies Apologies is all I can say.
After a whirlwind of teenage antics and health issues I am trying to return to my normal stamping routine.