We Create Blog Hop--Such a Big Shot!

It's August already, which means summer is winding down, school starts soon and the Davidse's are finally feeling settled in Utah.  Now is when the fun begins!  Picking classes, getting an apartment, buying books and supplies... you know, the basics.  Time is just flying by!

Today is also the beginning of our Big Shot promotion!  We love promotions!  This month, if you buy a Big Shot die cutting machine, you can choose a stamp and Framelit bundle for free or if you already have a Big Shot, you can purchase any of the bundles for and extra 15% off it's already discounted price!  I have had my Big Shot for more than 5 years now and I love to use it. From embossing folders and dies that work with several different materials, to so many stamp sets with matching Framelits, or bundles, there are a myriad of ways to use the Big Shot.  I will be having a Big Shot class in August, so if you are in the Salt Lake valley (or close enough to it), make sure you like my Stampinjul page on Facebook to find out more information.

For this card, I used my new fave, Endless Wishes stamp set as well as my old fave, Gorgeous Grunge.  I used my Oval Framelits and the Decorative Dots embossing folder.  I use the new In Colors Blackberry Bliss, Hello Honey, and Tangelo Twist and the very pretty Blackberry Bliss 3/8" stitched satin ribbon with a strip of our awesome Chevron ribbon in Crushed Curry (not the same as Hello Honey, but it coordinates well).  I used this beautiful card from Anne at Kreativersum as my inspiration!  She is so talented, make sure you check out all of her stuff--you won't be sorry!!  Now head on over to Michelle, she's the next one on the blog hop, she always has something fun to share!

I'm going to be fixing up my stamp room this weekend--YAY!!!  Fun times!!

Julie

Project Life by Stampin' Up! Card

Did you hear the news? Stampin' Up! teamed up with Becky Higgins to bring us Project Life by Stampin' Up!  A super combination of Stampin' Up! artwork with the genius of Becky's Project Life memory keeping system.  It is a much simpler way to add photos and memories to a book without all the work of traditional scrapbooking.  But, just so you know, you can use the products for more than scrapbooking!

Can you see all the pieces that are just perfect for cards and tags and so many other paper crafting projects?  Here is my try at a card with the new Everyday Adventure Project Life card collection:

This card seriously took me a couple minutes!  Really! I punched out a few little circles from our silver glimmer paper and added the baker's twine and stuck it all together--done! The colors are fun and festive for any day or celebration.  I'm sure that more of these cards are in my future (I always seem to need a last minute card) and since these new kits coordinate with all of our Stampin' Up! colors, adding any of our embellishments or stamps will tie it all together. This kit is also available in digital so you can use it in MDS. There are several new Project LIfe kits in the brand new 2014-2015 Stampin' Up! catalog--get yours today!!
One more thing...if you have ever thought about signing up as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator now is the time!  You can become a demonstrator for just $50!  That's right, $50!  I won't even tell you how much I paid for my starter kit--but it sure wasn't $50!  Not only that, but if you sign up now,  the fee for our annual convention in Salt Lake City is FREE!!! That is such an amazing offer!  That is a $295 value!  Take advantage of this wonderful promotion!

I'm getting so excited for this move!  I hate to pack, but I'm ready for this new adventure! Just about 2 weeks now!

Julie

Ready...Set...GO!

We are under contract!!  We had two cash offers in less than 48 hours of listing our home!  CRAZY!  Everything just got real really fast!  I'm sorry if I haven't been posting very often, please hang in there--I will try to at least have something once a week for the next little while until we get settled.  So for now, I will share the most recent promotions from Stampin' Up! just in case you haven't heard!!!

Free Shipping through the week of April 21-25, 2014 on stamps, accessories, paper, MDS print services...EVERYTHING!!!

Seriously???  I can't think of a better pairing for Scrapbooking!!! Available May 1, 2014

Yep, that's all folks! Time to say good-bye! Check out the list here.

Ok, that's it for now. If you have any questions about any of these promotions, please comment or email me. Or you can order at any time (even in your PJ's!) http://juliedavidse.stampinup.net.  This Thursday is MDS Blog Hop day, so check back in then!

Julie

Sale-a-bration 2014

It's that time of year again!  Make sure you check out the new Sale-a-bration catalog to see what free stuff you can get if you purchase $50 in Stampin' Up! product.  This year, Stampin' Up! has actually put together project bundles to help you easily get your free product as well as have different projects to create.  If you are interested in hosting a workshop, you can also receive free Sale-a-bration product on top of the wonderful hostess benefits already available.  I have some dates available to schedule your own workshop, so contact me quickly.  Lastly, if you decide that you would like to become a demonstrator, now is a great time because new recruits receive $150 in Stampin' Up! products for just $99.  You have until March 31 to join, but don't wait that long, you'll want to invite your friends to have their own Sale-a-bration workshops (I can help you with that!).  Let me know what your favorite products or projects in the Sale-a-bration catalog, I'd love to hear what you think.

Enjoy your day!

Julie

Cyber Monday!

 

Today is the last day of the Holiday Sale and there are still items available for a great discount!  See my website for details!

Julie

Holiday Sale!

Can you believe that Thanksgiving is next week already?  I have family coming down from Utah and this year we are going out for dinner!  We do Thanksgiving big in Vegas!!  At least there won't be any dishes to do, right?  

I'm loving this sale because I'm really not a Black Friday or a Cyber Monday type of girl--I hate that kind of pressure, so I like that there are deals to be had even if you miss out on the big doorbusters. 

ALL PRODUCTS 24-HOURS ONLY 20% OFF 25% OFF 30% OFF 40% OFF 50% OFF EXCLUSIVE BUNDLES Check out the 24-hour sale today and the rest of the discounts are available through Monday, December 2, 2013 (Cyber Monday!) Tomorrow is MDS Blog Hop day, so come back to see what I've been working on. Julie

Snowflakes!

These may be the only snowflakes I may see this Christmas, but I'll take what I can get!

Aren't they lovely?  Here's a little video showcasing this fun, new kit--available while supplies last.

Don't wait!  These little darlings will go fast!

Julie

Happy Digital Scrapbooking Day!

I love it when Stampin' Up! has a sale on MDS products!  Many of you know how much I love to create with MDS and any time I can do that at a discount (on top of my demonstrator discount), I'm super happy!  There are several different types of downloads and print products discounted through November 30, 2013.  Make sure you download your free 30-day trial of MDS or purchase it for $19.95, which is a steal!  Once you create your projects, you can have them printed through Stampin' Up! at a discount, too!

On top of all that, today there is a great FREE download, Moments Ago, that is just fabulous!  I can imagine so many projects I can use these beautifully handwritten words on...

...and Hello There digital kit for 50% off!

Remember that with MDS you can recolor any of the paper and embellishments to coordinate with your project, so even you you have boys, you can use this kit.  The chevrons and arrows are so in right now,  it will be perfect for your projects for old and young alike.  Make sure you check back in for more specials and discounts throughout the month.  Check out my YouTube videos on the left for several techniques and tips for your MDS projects.

Now, get busy creating, you're already on your computer, right? I know I am!

Julie

New Holiday Stuff!

Are you ready for cardmaking season?  What?  You're not?  Well, I have a great solution for you--Cut & Ready card bases!  They are cards (front 5 1/2 in x 4 1/4 in) all ready for you to design the way you want.  No cutting, no scoring, it's already done for you, just fold and stamp!  Get them today!

Want something to go with your new cards? How 'bout this fun photopolymer (clear) set just for this time of year!  Endless Wishes has what you need for beautiful Christmas cards, tags and gifts! 

Make sure you head over to my website to see all the other wonderful holiday fare in the Holiday catalog, there's something there for just about everyone!

Julie

Join Stampin' Up! for $25

Nope, you read it right, folks!  That's not a typo--Stampin' Up! is letting you join up, no strings attached, for just $25!  Since it is their 25th anniversary they want you to try it out!  You get all the discounts, newsletters, website access, sneak-peaks of new product before it's available to the public, and the opportunity to meet new friends and make some extra money for the holidays (and beyond!!).  If you sign up from now until October 21, 2013, you can become a demonstrator for just $25 and you don't have to meet your first minimum quarter until April 2014 (if you want to stay active)!  If you've even thought about joining, now is the time!  Don't wait, October 21st is just around the corner!!

Contact me today or go to my website to learn more!  

Julie

Paper Pumpkin--Get it NOW!

Have you heard about Paper Pumpkin?  She is your creative fairy godmother!  She brings you a different paper crafting project every month--everything you need in one box!  Cards, mini scrapbooks, banners, journals, gifts and much, much more!  You receive everything for only $19.95 a month, including shipping!!  But hold everything...until the end of August, you can have your first two months for only $10!!  Yep, it's true!  You will get your welcome kit and your first month's kit for only $10 each!  Everyone who signs up gets the welcome kit first that comes with stamps, cards, embellishments and the acrylic block that will work for all your Paper Pumpkin stamps.  Then you will get the kit that comes each month--everyone that signs up for Paper Pumpkin gets the same set for that month (after you receive your welcome kit). That means you can sign up with your friends and get together each month to assemble your Paper Pumpkin projects!!! What a fun night!

All you need to do is go to http://mypaperpumpkin.com and click "subscribe".  Make sure you choose me, Julie Davidse, as your demonstrator (only US customers can sign up with me, sorry)!  Then sit back and wait for your box of crafty loveliness to arrive!!  I would love to see your creations--make sure you send me a photo or a link to your Paper Pumpkin creations!  Sign up today and you will live happily ever after!  Really!

Julie

Stampin' Up! Retiring list 2013

This is the time of year that I both adore and abhor!  I love getting the brand-spankin'-new Stampin' Up! catalog with all the fun, exciting new items!  I spend hours just perusing the pages with sticky notes (and my glasses) finding my new favorites and getting tons of ideas for cards, gifts, classes, and workshops.  On the other hand, a new catalog ALWAYS means that something has to go...some items are harder to let go than others (sigh).  There are some stamp sets that will be hard to let go, but lucky for me I have MDS where I don't have to worry about retired items or even retired colors--they are all safely tucked away in my laptop where I can play with them anytime I want!  If you are interested in hosting a workshop, please contact me and we will plan something for your guests that they will enjoy. Check out my website for the list of retired items, but don't wait, some of these products go fast!

Have a great day!

Julie

Color Refresh and Free Shipping Weekend

I've been around a long time (I'm in my seventeenth year as a demonstrator!), and I have seen some changes, but I actually love it when Stampin' Up! makes changes to their colors because they always want to be on trend and up to date with their products!  We are moving around some favorites and adding back former and current In Colors into the basic color collections, plus adding one brand-new color, Smoky Slate!  Here's the new line up:

Now, I know there will be favorites that you hate to see go, but I know that you will love these updated color collections as much as I do!  And if you really don't want to see them go--you can always use MDS, where the colors are there forever and you can use them whenever you want!  You can still get all of these discontinued ink pads, refills, selected markers, and card stock, but only while supplies last, so don't wait too long!

Also, this weekend we are having a FREE SHIPPING promotion!  From Saturday, April 6 to Monday April 8, 2013, you can get anything and have it sent to you for FREE (excluding expedited shipping)!  Take advantage of this great opportunity to get some ink pads, stamps, and few packets of card stock for those thank you cards you need to send or maybe you've been eyeing that Big Shot and a few dies, now's the time!  For all of you online customers, use the code 2V2UBUDZ on your order.  Go to my website now to see all the awesome products we have for you!

One last thing, due to manufacturing issues, Stampin' Up! has decided to discontinue their watercolor crayons and watercolor pencils.  You can still use your ink pads, ink refills, and markers along with the Aqua Painter and our Blender pens to make beautiful watercolored projects

Enjoy your day!

Julie

Download Tuesday

Stampin' Up! has got some great things going on right now...

 Our brand new This and That "scrap" book!  I can see so many possibilities with this cute journal!

 Paper Pumpkin, our monthly project subscription.  The projects are so cute, you need to sign up for this! (remember to choose me, Julie Davidse, as your demonstrator if you don't have one.)

 Just one week, but 50% off our fantastic fabric--you can't beat that.

Around Array set and punch, this bundle is so versatile, you can make cards for so many different events!

If that's not enough, today is Download Tuesday and of course, we have some great digital downloads.

Free April Desktop download

April Showers Ensemble

Embark Graduate Ensemble

You Made It Grad template

This and That Epic Day ensemble

I hope you are aware that you can now download MDS for $19.95--that's $60 off the original price thanks to Stampin' Up! working with their suppliers and the popularity of this software!  Get it now!

Have a fun day, friends!

Julie

Sale-a-bration is here!

Are you ready?  Sale-a-bration is here!  You are gonna want to earn as many of these products as you can!  How can you earn free products, you might ask? Well, the first way is to host a workshop!  Invite your friends for some stamping fun and light snacks!  The second way is for every $50 in Stampin' Up! product you purchase, you can choose one free item from the Sale-a-bration brochure!  The third way is to sign up to do what I do--be a demonstrator!  Everyone who signs up to be a demonstrator during Sale-a-bration will get 25% more in their starter kit!  Let's get together and see what fun we can have!  I've got a few dates on my calendar, so contact me if you are interested in hosting a workshop--you will love it!  You can view the brochure here.  Happy Sale-a-bration!

Julie

Introducing...Paper Pumpkin!

Sweep away the mundane-your creativity carriage awaits!

I'm Paper Pumpkin . . .

I come to your door each month (a fully decked-out creativity carriage). I'll help you to escape your life with some paper fun.

I come in a sweet box, but you'll really love what you find on the inside:

All the stamps, ink, paper, and accessories to create pinable projects. Create stuff like cards, journals, décor, and more!

Paper Pumpkin by Stampin' Up! is a new monthly kit program that anyone (even you) can enjoy!

Get Started

It's so easy to get started. Simply sign up for the program starting Monday, January 14 by visiting www.mypaperpumpkin.com and click Get it. Every month a new, surprise project kit arrives at your doorstep. Just think of the anticipation of creating a fun project to pin, showoff, and share with your friends and family-every month!

Of course, you'll want to know more. So here's the nitty gritty:

• Each month we send you a unique, surprise kit with a project-cards, journals, décor, and more! (We've even color-coordinated, measured, and cut everything for you!)
• Each kit includes stamps, ink, paper, and accessories-everything but adhesive.
• Each kit gives you and your customer a 30-minute creativity escape.
• We will ship your Paper Pumpkin on or around the 15th of the month.  
• You need to sign up for a kit by the 10th of the month to get that month's kit. If you sign up on the 11th of the month, your first kit will come the next month. (Let's say you sign up on May 10th, we'll send your kit around May 15th. If you sign up on May 11th, we'll send your first kit around June 15th.)
• A Paper Pumpkin membership is $19.95 per month (and shipping is included!) 
• There's no commitment, you can cancel your monthly Paper Pumpkin at anytime. You can also skip a month if you want.
• Starting in early March, we'll offer a Try-It kit if you'd like to try Paper Pumpkin for one month.

Here's How You Order

Sign up for your monthly Paper Pumpkin starting Monday, January 14 by visiting www.mypaperpumpkin.com and click Get it. **Make sure you select Julie Davidse as your demonstrator!**

Starting in early March, you can try Paper Pumpkin for one month by visiting our online store.

A Free Gift in Your Very First Kit

The Welcome Kit is the very first Paper Pumpkin you will receive in your first month of membership. The Welcome Kit includes a free gift-a clear acrylic block!

Trial kit

Welcome kit

Go to www.mypaperpumpkin.com and sign up today!

Julie

For You, with Love!

For you with love!

Julie