Card Art by Helen

This time of year I start thinking about Autumn and the upcoming holidays. This year things are looking different, but I'm determined to celebrate the good. I'm feeling the need to create and be surrounded by beautiful and cheerful things, and I don't think I'm alone in that. Something as small as a hand stamped card or gift can make a big difference to someone you care about. I challenge you to spend some time making cards and gifts and sharing them - Together we can create a beautiful fall!

The new August-December 2020 Mini Catalogue is here and it's packed with project ideas and supplies to inspire your holiday creativity. You can view it online or let me know if you want your own copy. Don't forget to use Bonus Days Coupons earned in July when you are shopping!

The online store is newly improved and looks a bit different. Please be sure to log in and select me as your demonstrator. I greatly appreciate it! I've included a download with some of the new features. Hooray for Wish Lists!

Bright Plaid Love of Leaves Hello Card

Plaids and leaves may make you think of flannel shirts and crisp Autumn days, but I think you'll like this unexpected, bright, warm twist. This card features the Love of Leaves Bundle (#155195) and Plaid Tidings 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper (#153527). The thing I love about the Plaid Tidings paper is that it has a plaid for every occasion. It's great for all the things you might expect from plaid, but the bright colours are great for baby and Easter and the black and white patterns are ideal for elegant birthday or anniversary cards. The stitching detail of the Stitched Leaves Dies (#153567) adds the extra bit of detail that gives a card the perfect finishing touch. 1. Stamp & Die Cut Stamp the two small leaves from the Love of Leaves stamp set on scrap Granny Apple Green and Rich Razzleberry cardstock with VersaMark ink. Die cut with coordinating Stitched Leaves outline and center stitched pattern dies.  2. Stamp & Stitch Stamp assorted leaves from Love of Leaves stamp set on 3-3/4" x 5" Mango Melody cardstock with VersaMark ink. Line up the stitched stripes die at the top of the cardstock and die cut the stitched perforations.   3. Die Cut Leaf Die cut the largest leaf from the Stitched Leaves Dies from the center of the Mango Melody cardstock. 4. Stamp & Punch Greeting Punch one end of a 4" x 1" Melon Mambo cardstock strip with the Lovely Labels Pick a Punch. Stamp greeting near the punched end with Tuxedo Black Memento ink. 5. Card Base & Layers Cut Rich Razzleberry cardstock to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". Score at 4-1/4" along the 8-1/2" side. Layer 4" x 5-1/4" Plaid Tidings paper onto the front and 4" x 5-1/4" Whisper White cardstock on the inside for a writing area. 6. Add Stampin' Dimensionals Emphasize the die cut image by making it "float" on the card front.  To do this add Stampin' Dimensionals to the back of the Mango Melody layer near the edge of the die cut leaf and at the corners.  Add Stampin' Dimensionals behind the greeting. 7. Add Leaves & Greeting Add greeting to the bottom left of the Mango Melody layer, trim off excess at the edge. Add layer to card front. Add Granny Apple Green leaf with Stampin' SEAL or Mini Glue Dots. Add Rich Razzleberry leaf with Stampin' Dimensionals.   8. Stamp & Cut Stamp "hello" greeting on scrap Whisper White cardstock with Tuxedo Black Memento ink. Cut out greeting with Paper Snips and add to card with Mini Glue Dots.

How to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons If you are like me, you earned a Bonus Day code (or maybe even a several) in July that you can spend in August. Thank you for shopping with me, I truly appreciate your business!  For every $60 you spent in July, you should have received a $6 Bonus Days coupon that you can use this month. I'm using my Bonus Days coupons for new goodies from the August-December 2020 Mini Catalogue, so you'll definitely want to check out what's new! Stampin' Up! sent an email with your bonus day Coupon Code or Codes on the day(s) you shopped in July. (If you don't see it in your, check your junk mail folder for an email sent the day(s) you ordered.)  To use your Coupon Code, go to the Shopping Basket, look below the Checkout button, to find the Coupon Code box. Click on the "+" symbol to expand the box and add your Coupon Code(s) and click on the Apply button.  Contact me if you have any questions.

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Do you love the crisp air and colourful leaves of Autumn and the warm cocoa and cold snowflakes of winter as much as I do? I hope so, because Autumn is just around the corner and soon we will be celebrating all the fun fall and winter holidays.

I'm excited to announce that new August-December 2020 Mini Catalogue is here! It's the perfect way to get the holidays started in creative style. This not-so-mini is packed with festive goodies and inspiration, so check it out today. You can view it online now. Contact me if you haven't received your personal copy yet.

When you are shopping, enjoy the new and improved store, and don't forget to use any Bonus Day Coupons you may have earned in July!

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Did you know that Bundles of stamps and punches or dies are available at a 10% discount? Here's an important tip! If you love the coordination of stamps and tools then don't miss saving 10%.

Beginning August 4th at 7:00 AM (MT) Stampin' Up! is bringing you a new and improved online shopping experience!

There are quite a few improvements that you'll really like.  I'm most excited about the new site working seamlessly on desktops, smartphones, and tablets, larger images for products and samples, more intuitive navigation and searches, and last but not least, you can create a wish list and favourites!

Rest assured your account information and password still work with the new site. Because this is a new site you will need to sign in the first time you shop. If you had your browser remember your email and password, it won't be saved anymore. If you are unsure of your login ID and password, I recommend using the Forgot Password link to reset your password as soon as possible (see steps below)

I kindly ask that you visit my store starting August 4th, sign in, and please select me as your demonstrator. You may still use a demonstrators host/hostess code with your order if you do that each time you order. You can do this by using the Find a Demonstrator link at the top of the page or when you are checking out.  Whether you sign in to your account or checkout as a guest, if you don't select a demonstrator one will be assigned for you.

Sincerely,
Helen

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Improved Navigation

It’s easier to find what you are looking for with navigation menus that expand. For example, the image shows what happens if you select “Stamps” from the Featured Products section. You can then narrow down your search by Season, and then refine it even more with a specific season.

Improved Filtering

When you are shopping you’ll see Filter By in the menu on the left.

You can Filter By several options including size, price, product type, occasion, colour, etc.

Wish List & Favourites List

You can also add items to a new list or Wish List from the quick view page, not just the individual product page. You could track product you already have on hand.

Filter & Sort by Colour

If you click on the Shop By Colour link you’ll see every colour listed. Click on the colour to see the products available in that colour.



I hope you enjoy all the new features.  I appreciate your business and want to continue offering you amazing products and my personal service, so please be sure to update your preferred demonstrator selection.