Twelve Days of Blog Candy - Days 8 & 9

DAY 7 WINNER: COLLEEN BOHN

I haven't been very timely with these posts lately, have I? Actually, it's not due to laziness, I've been busy the last few days preparing for a party my daughter had here with some of her friends last night, and my internet went wonky yesterday, too. I guess everyone was home streaming movies on Netflix or shopping on Amazon! So, I'm going to do something different for Days 8 & 9 of my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011. I'm going to give away a free printable sheet of gift tags for EVERYONE!

I used some pre-made designer template images from the Home for the Holidays Ensemble digital download for My Digital Studio® and pasted the "To-From" tags to fill up one whole page, then turned that into a PDF for you. These are ready to print out, and you can hand trim them out as circles, or you can use any of several punches. The punches used on the tags below are (clockwise from top): 1-3/4" Circle, Ornament, Full Heart, Decorative Label, 1-3/4" Scallop Circle. I printed these out on Whisper White card stock, making sure to print the PDF at full size. To do that, ensure the print dialog is set as Page Scaling: None.

Click to view, or right click to Download PDF Pine Tree Christmas Tag Sheet

Click to view, or right click to DOWNLOAD PDF Reindeer Christmas Tag Sheet

(the tag pictured below...I shared this one in 2009)

Be sure to check back tomorrow morning for another stamp set giveaway in my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011! I think I might giveaway the set with the elves tomorrow...it's so cute!!! Is there a set you're waiting to see me give away? If so, leave me your comment below with the set name. You never know, Santa may be reading my blog!

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Twelve Days of Blog Candy - Day 7

DAY 5 WINNER: Marsha Edwards
DAY 6 WINNER: Jean Fitch

Okay...back on schedule now...here is my giveaway for Day 7 of Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011. You must read and follow the rules posted HERE.  Please remember that you must put your first and last name, and email address, in the body of the comment, or your entry may be disqualified.

This giveaway features the A Cardinal Christmas stamp set. I don't think the set has been used at all.  I'm also throwing in some Christmas Cocoa Designer Series Paper. There are about 28 6x6 double-sided sheets, and about 16 single-sided flocked sheets. The wood on the stamp set is not covered with any protectant, but you could cover it with clear nail polish if you wanted. This is another stamp set I inherited from my mom, so it is not as closely trimmed as mine. But since the etching in the rubber of the images is deep, that should not be a problem. The front and back closeup views of the set are also shown below. [click any photo to see it full-size]

Good Luck! And remember, you can get 10 Bonus Entries in each day's giveaway when you make a purchase from my ONLINE STORE during my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011!

NOTE: You must enter this giveaway by commenting below, no later than 6:59am MST on December 20, 2011.  See rules for format of comment entries HERE.

CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENT/ENTRY

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Twelve Days of Blog Candy - Day 6

DAY 5 WINNER: (still open for entries--check back tomorrow)

Okay, I sort of took a "day off" yesterday, so today we'll actually have two days of blog candy to give away. This is the Day 6 giveaway...be sure to also check out the Day 5 giveaway, which has the same entry deadline!

Here is my giveaway for Day 6 of Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011. You must read and follow the rules posted HERE.  Please remember that you must put your first and last name, and email address, in the body of the comment, or your entry may be disqualified.

This giveaway features the whimsical Peace on Earth stamp set, and coordinating Star wheel. The stamp set was gently used, with clear lacquer protecting the wood. This is another stamp set I inherited from my mom, so it is not as closely trimmed as mine. But since the etching in the rubber of the images is deep, that should not be a problem. The front and back closeup views of the set are also shown below. [click any photo to see it full-size]

Good Luck! And remember, you can get 10 Bonus Entries in each day's giveaway when you make a purchase from my ONLINE STORE during my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011!

NOTE: You must enter this giveaway by commenting below, no later than 6:59am MST on December 19, 2011.  See rules for format of comment entries HERE.

CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENT/ENTRY

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Twelve Days of Blog Candy - Day 5

DAY 4 WINNER: Diana Miller

Okay, I sort of took a "day off" yesterday, so today we'll actually have two days of blog candy to give away. This is the belated Day 5 giveaway...be sure to also check out the Day 6 giveaway, which has the same entry deadline!

Here is my giveaway for Day 5 of Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011. You must read and follow the rules posted HERE.  Please remember that you must put your first and last name, and email address, in the body of the comment, or your entry may be disqualified.

This giveaway features the elegant Poinsettia Greetings stamp set, and a coordinating holly wheel. I have no idea what the actual name of the wheel is, as the label is missing, but the artwork definitely coordinates well with the stamp set! The stamp set was gently used, with clear lacquer protecting the wood. This is another stamp set I inherited from my mom, so it is not as closely trimmed as mine. But since the etching in the rubber of the images is deep, that should not be a problem. The front and back closeup views of the set are also shown below. [click any photo to see it full-size]

Good Luck! And remember, you can get 10 Bonus Entries in each day's giveaway when you make a purchase from my ONLINE STORE during my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011!

NOTE: You must enter this giveaway by commenting below, no later than 6:59am MST on December 19, 2011.  See rules for format of comment entries HERE.

CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENT/ENTRY

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Polar Bear Treat Box

Okay, I absolutely had to have the Polar Party stamp set...it has the cute polar bear you see below, and also some holiday items like trees, gifts, and there are also two little penguins in the set! I really bought it solely because the penguins were so cute, and I thought that might be all I'd use from the set. But as I was making this project, I noticed that the polar bear fit perfectly within the frame, so he's my favorite in the set for now. The dangling Mini Jingle Bells really complete this project! I'm having a hard time with my lighting lately, so you'll have to trust me when I say this project looks super cute in real life!

This is a variation on a box I made previously--you can find the relevant dimensions on THIS BLOG POST. I chose to make these for my daughter to take to school for her teachers and friends, because the box is not attached to the little wraparound strip. See, we've made adorable treat containers before, and her friends just ripped them apart in their haste to get the candies. This way, they just slide the box out and open it...and our loving handiwork remains intact, so others can covet the packaging :-) I put some Merci chocolates inside, they were on sale at our corner Walgreens (usually $8 box, on sale 2 for $7). Eight of the individual chocolates fit in each treat box without any trouble or special care as to arrangement, and they are YUMMY.

I also just wanted to say that it's not too late to do some holiday crafting. I whipped out 10 of these simple and easy boxes from 4:00 to 6:00 this morning. (It's my daughter's last day of school til after Winter Break, so I had to get them done before I took her to the bus stop!) The designing is the hardest part, and I've already done that for you :-) The great thing about this Polar Party stamp set is that you can use the penguins and polar bear all winter long. Let's say you are too booked up with holiday chores and events right now and don't get your treats made until after Christmas. No problem, it's still winter for a few more months, and you can't tell me there's anyone who would not LOVE to get this little treat box as a "thinking of you" gift in January!!!

Stampin' Supplies: Polar Party stamp set, Sassy Sparkles Jumbo Wheel, Pool Party card stock, Pool Party ink pad & marker, Pool Party Ruffled Ribbon, Basic Black ink pad, Whisper White card stock, Cherry Cobbler card stock, Lucky Limeade marker, Real Red marker, Crumb Cake marker, Basic Grey marker, Pink Pirouette marker, Stampin' Sponge, Mini Jingle Bells, Linen Thread, 1/2" Circle Punch, Box #2 die (used with Big Shot), Textured Impressions Designer Frames Embossing Folder (used with Big Shot), Stampin' Dimensionals, Tombow Multipurpose Glue.

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Twelve Days of Blog Candy - Day 4

DAY 3 WINNER: GAY FERLAND

Here is my giveaway for Day 4 of Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011. You must read and follow the rules posted HERE.  Please remember that you must put your first and last name, and email address, in the body of the comment, or your entry may be disqualified.

This giveaway features the Holiday Basics stamp set, which has 3 festive bold images. Don't you just LOVE the snowman? I'm also going to throw in some fun winter themed Designer Series Paper, and a totally awesome jumbo wheel called All About Christmas.  It says things like 'Merry', 'Ho Ho Ho', 'Seasons Greetings', 'Jingle All The Way', 'Deck the Halls', and more! The stamp set was barely used, with clear nail polish protecting the wood on the rubber side of the stamp. The front and back closeup views of the set are also shown below. [click any photo to see it full-size]

Good Luck! And remember, you can get 10 Bonus Entries in each day's giveaway when you make a purchase from my ONLINE STORE during my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011!

NOTE: You must enter this giveaway by commenting below, no later than 6:59am MST on December 17, 2011.  See rules for format of comment entries HERE.

CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENT/ENTRY

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011 - Day 3

DAY 2 WINNER: Suzanne Schlesier

Sorry to take so long to get this posted today...I thought I was having computer issues this morning, but it turns out (after several hours) that the problem was NOT on my end! Then, I forgot to charge my camera battery, which was just poor planning on my part. In my defense, I've been trying to get rid of a terrible sinus headache that's been pounding behind my eyes since last night. My day can only get better from here :-)

Anyway, here is my giveaway for Day 3 of Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011. You must read and follow the rules posted HERE.

This giveaway features the Season's Sketches Two-Step stamp set, which has 4 outline stamps, and 4 shape stamps. Because this stamp set does not have any sayings, I'm throwing in what I have left of a package of Season of Cheer rub-Ons. (all shown below) You can only see the chocolate colored rub-ons in the picture, but there are some white ones in there underneath also. The stamp set was gently used, with clear nail polish protecting the wood on the rubber side of the stamp. The front and back closeup views of the set are also shown below. [click any photo to see it full-size]

Good Luck! And remember, you can get 10 Bonus Entries in each day's giveaway when you make a purchase from my ONLINE STORE during my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011!

NOTE: You must enter this giveaway by commenting below, no later than 6:59am MST on December 16, 2011.  See rules for format of comment entries HERE.

CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENT/ENTRY

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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CLEARANCE RACK BLITZ - Up to 80% OFF!

Starting today, December 15, 2011 and going through January 5, 2012 you can buy items from my Stampin' Up! Clearance Rack at up to 80% OFF Retail--HURRY, it's while supplies last!!!

The Clearance Rack includes old body style punches (also known as thumb punches or "whale" punches), many of which are still sold at full price in the current catalog, as the new style "flat" or "locking" punches. There are many circle and square punch sizes, so stock up now while they last at these LOW, LOW prices!

There is no minimum purchase to qualify for these great prices, and all your purchases count towards Stampin' Rewards Benefits (free dollars to spend!). You can even combine your Clearance Rack purchases with other purchases from my ONLINE STORE, including current catalog items!

Nearly 200 new items have been added to the Clearance Rack for this special sale! There are some super 8x8 Scrapbook Albums, tons of fun Rub-Ons for every occasion, lots of different Ribbon, great prices on Designer Series Papers, tons of On Board chipboard, several Build-A-Bear products, and there are even some Simply Sent Card Kits! Following the Clearance Rack Blitz sales period, some items may remain in the Clearance Rack, and others may be removed...and could reappear at an undesignated time in the future, but there are no absolutes. Items are available only WHILE SUPPLIES LAST, so SHOP NOW to be certain you get the products you want.

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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LAST DAY FOR $50 OFF STARTER KIT!!!

This special offer is available from me on December 13th and December 14th ONLY! When you PURCHASE A STARTER KIT I am authorized to offer to you a $50 DISCOUNT and your choice of up to $120 in FREE add-on product (if you choose Designer Series Paper)!!! Along with the Bonus Personal Offer I am extending below, you can receive $500 in product when you Purchase a Starter Kit from me for only $125...December 13th or 14th ONLY.  Because the deadline is today, you will need to sign up online--click here to Use My Website to sign up to Become a Demonstrator.

When you Become a Demonstrator during this sale for only $125 (reg. $175), you will receive your choice of either: a FREE package of Designer Series Paper, or a FREE digital download each month in 2012 (excluding January). The value of the product in the Starter Kit is over $335, and you can get over $120 more in product with these bonuses!  If you love stamping, or have thought you'd like to try it out, this deal is for you!  Purchase a Starter Kit, it is customizable (you can pick the stamps and colors you want), so it makes a great HOLIDAY GIFT for yourself--just ask Santa for your holiday money on December 13th or 14th!  You could have all this to play with, or even separate it out and give parts and pieces to others as gifts. Remember, you get to customize your kit and choose the images and colors you want. The picture below is just a representation of the default choices in the Standard Starter Kit:

Standard Starter Kit

Standard Starter Kit Contents PDF
Digital+ Starter Kit Contents PDF
PDFs are for content listing purposes only. You'll need to
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BONUS PERSONAL OFFER: I still have extra My Digital Studio Software, and Content Discs that were not claimed in November. I am giving those away to the first and second individuals who Become a Demonstrator on December 13th and December 14th. See this previous post for details.

By the way, when you Become a Demonstrator, there is no obligation to sell to anyone. If you find you cannot remain active after your entry period (which would be by the end of April 2012), that is okay, there are no black marks or hard feelings. When you Purchase the Starter Kit, it allows you to get a great deal on Stampin' Up! product, and see if Becoming a Demonstrator is a good fit for you! So, try it on for size with this great SALE and find out whether or not it's for you! Demonstrators always get 20% off their catalog purchases, and can qualify for larger rebates and commissions. Lots of demonstrators enjoy simply supporting their own hobby, and others use their demonstratorship to supplement their family income. The choice is always yours! You are welcome to EMAIL ME for more details, or call or text me at 719-205-5957 so I can help you make an informed decision that's best for you :-)

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011 - Day 2

DAY 1 WINNER: CAROL PARCELL

Here is my giveaway for Day 2 of Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011. You must read and follow the rules posted HERE.

This giveaway features the Holiday Minis stamp set and the Happy Winter stamp set (in same plastic case), and 24 sheets of double-sided 6"x6" holiday Designer Series Paper (all shown below). Both stamp sets have barely been used, the front and back closeup views of the set are also shown below. NOTE: these sets came from my mother's collection, and are not trimmed or aligned as meticulously as mine. [click any photo to see it full-size]

Good Luck! And remember, you can get 10 Bonus Entries in each day's giveaway when you make a purchase from my ONLINE STORE during my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011!

NOTE: You must enter this giveaway by commenting below, no later than 6:59am MST on December 15, 2011.  See rules for format of comment entries HERE.

CLICK HERE TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENT/ENTRY

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011 - Day 1

Here is my giveaway for Day 1 of Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011. You must read and follow the rules posted HERE.

This giveaway features the Heavenly Peace stamp set, with some red Hemp Twine, and six sheets of double-sided 6"x6" holiday Designer Series Paper (all shown below). The stamp set has barely been used, the front and back closeup views of the set are also shown below. [click any photo to see it full-size]

Good Luck! And remember, you can get 10 Bonus Entries in each day's giveaway when you make a purchase from my ONLINE STORE during my Twelve Days of Blog Candy 2011!

NOTE: You must enter this giveaway by commenting below, no later than 5:59am MST on December 14, 2011.  See rules for format of comment entries HERE.

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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TWELVE DAYS OF BLOG CANDY 2011

I got this idea a couple years ago from the Ellen DeGeneres Show's 12 Days of Giveaways, and decided to host my very own Twelve Days of Blog Candy Giveaways! You'll want to Subscribe to My Blog in a Reader, or Subscribe to My Blog in Email, to ensure you don't miss a single one of my Twelve Days of Blog Candy!

I have a dozen stamping prizes, one each day, that I will give away from December 13th through December 24th, 2011. Each prize will feature at least one stamp set, and possibly/probably some great holiday accessories and/or embellishments. These stamp sets are not brand new but are in excellent condition. Don't worry, I'll put separate pictures up each day of what the winner will be receiving, so you can choose what you'd like win! You will get what's pictured and described, but I reserve the right to toss extra goodies in the package if I'm so moved ;-) I may also give away discontinued patterned paper, ribbons, and other accessories and embellishments with any or all stamp sets.

Giveaway stamp sets this year tenatively will be: Snow Angels, Christmas Punch, Holiday Basics, Heavenly Peace, Supersize Snowflake (double-sided background stamp), Santa's Helpers (oh my gosh these elves are the cutest!), Patterned Pines, Season's Sketches, Peace on Earth, A Cardinal Christmas, Holiday Minis & Happy Winter, and Poinsettia Greetings!

Here's how it will work: you leave a comment on my blog under the post of the giveaway you want to earn, and you must include your first and last name, and email address in the comment. You may comment only ONCE per giveaway post, or all your entries will be discarded. HOWEVER, if you refer a friend who enters in accordance with the rules, and they choose to also mention your first and last name, and email address, in their comment--they get an entry PLUS you get another entry! So, if you see a giveaway you really, really want, enter yourself and then go email everyone you know and send them to the blog post to comment and mention your name!!!

NOTE: If you do not follow the directions, your entry will be disqualified! Be sure all the proper information appears in the comment itself--not just in one of the fields on the comment form, or your entry will be discarded. Also, you are encouraged to list your email address in text form, such as procrastistamper at gmail dot com, to prevent machines from harvesting it. (I will hide the comments, after each giveaway is over, for your added protection.)

DISCLAIMERS: One winner per name, delivery address, and/or email address during the 12 days, please. No purchase necessary to enter, however, each separate purchase from my ONLINE STORE will give you 10  Bonus Entries that will remain in the pool from the time I receive notice of your purchase, until the end of the giveaways. Winners will be chosen randomly and will be emailed the morning after the giveaway was posted, and MUST claim their prize by providing a valid postal address for delivery within 24 hours. (If you want to give the prize as a gift, by having me mail it directly to a third party, be sure to let me know so I can wrap and label it appropriately!) Prizes will be delivered via Priority Mail to U.S. addresses only, and may require the addressee's signature on delivery--so you need to give me the correct information to ensure your prize can be claimed. You must know the laws of your own state, and it is your responsibility not to enter if this giveaway is prohibited by your state law.

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
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Mark Your Calendars for December 13th & 14th

Starting on December 13th, going through December 24th, I will once again be offering Twelve Days of Blog Candy! Every day for 12 days, I will offer something different...it may be for everyone, or you might have to be chosen to win. It will most likely be a used/retired item, or collection of items, from my stampin' stash. I have given away stamp sets, usually with a coordinating wheel if available, and/or coordinating patterned paper, coordinating ribbon or other embellishement, and/or a coordinating punch. See the pic below for samples of past giveaway items. You'll want to Subscribe to My Blog in a Reader, or Subscribe to My Blog in Email, to ensure you don't miss a single one of my Twelve Days of Blog Candy!

Also starting on December 13th, going through December 14th ONLY, is a special SALE when you PURCHASE A STARTER KIT that I am authorized to offer to you!!! This limited offer is available only through Stampin' Up! Leadership Conference registrants such as myself, and only on December 13th and December 14th, 2011. During this sale, you can Become a Demonstrator for only $125 (reg. $175), PLUS receive your choice of either: a FREE package of Designer Series Paper, or a FREE digital download each month in 2012 (excluding January). The value of the product in the Starter Kit is over $335, and you can get over $100 more in product with these bonuses!  Purchase a Starter Kit, it is customizable (you can pick the stamps and colors you want), so it makes a great HOLIDAY GIFT for yourself--just ask Santa for your holiday money on December 13th or 14th!

BONUS PERSONAL OFFER: I still have extra My Digital Studio Software, and Content Discs that were not claimed in November. I am giving those away to the first and second individuals who Become a Demonstrator on December 13th and December 14th. See this previous post for details.

By the way, when you Become a Demonstrator, there is no obligation to sell to anyone. If you find you cannot remain active after your entry period (which would be by the end of April 2012), that is okay, there are no black marks or hard feelings. When you Purchase the Starter Kit, it allows you to get a great deal on Stampin' Up! product, and see if Becoming a Demonstrator is a good fit for you! So, try it on for size with this great SALE and find out whether or not it's for you! Demonstrators always get 20% off their catalog purchases, and can qualify for larger rebates and commissions. Lots of demonstrators enjoy simply supporting their own hobby, and others use their demonstratorship to supplement their family income. The choice is always yours! You are welcome to EMAIL ME for more details, or call or text me at 719-205-5957 so I can help you make an informed decision that's best for you :-)

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
procrastistamper@gmail.com
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Whoo's Ready for Christmas?

Okay, so I thought I was getting over the chest cold, but it tricked me and just went deeper. Grrr. I've been taking it easy all morning, just sitting with my laptop...then all of a sudden I got an idea, and I had to get up and try it out. Have you ever pictured a project in your mind and just almost wet all over yourself with glee as it came together even better than you imagined??? That's what happened when I stepped up my Owl Gift Box to make this little guy:

Uh, you may not believe this, but the Santa hat and the wings were actually made from our new Holiday Stocking die. I know, right?!? There is also a new coordinating Stocking Accents die you could use to cut out a candy cane and put on the box so it looks like the owl is holding it. (Note: the dies are used in the Big Shot machine):

Or use the Stocking Builder Punch, and the owl can hold a stocking:

I moved the ear tuft pieces farther into the owl's head, because my son said it looked more like a Gremlin (actually Mogwai) than an owl when they stuck out more. And I changed the color of the eyes, so all the card stock you'll need for this project can be found in the Neutrals Collection, and the 2010-2012 In Color Collection, so you can just buy those two assorted packages and be done with it. The handle is optional, so just skip it if you don't want to invest in the ribbon and brads.

This would be a great gift box for your kids' teachers! Trick him out even further by tying some of our adorable Mini Jingle Bells onto the brim of his hat with White Baker's Twine:

And for those of you who love penguins, I'm sure you can see how easy this would be to modify :-) I'll see if I can work one out for tomorrow--if I don't cough up a lung first. Sorry the lighting in these pictures stinks, I would have shot them outside except it was snowy and windy all day!

Stampin' Supplies: Big Shot die-cutting machine, Fancy Favor Box die, Top Note die, Holiday Stocking die, Stocking Accents die, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, 1" Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, XL Oval Punch (to take "bites" out of scallop punch pieces for belly and feet), Heart to Heart Punch (beak), Boho Blossoms Punch (pom-pom on hat), Crimper, Early Espresso ink & Stampin' Sponge, Early Espresso card stock, Soft Suede card stock, Crumb Cake card stock, Whisper White card stock, Pear Pizzazz card stock, Poppy Parade card stock and Poly-Twill Ribbon, Basic Black card stock, Peach Parfait card stock, Mini Glue Dots, Sticky Strip, Mono Multi Glue, Stampin' Dimensionals, Rhinestone Gems, Jumbo Brads - Neutrals (to hold the ribbon handle on each side of the box), Crop-a-Dile (to punch holes thru ribbon and sides of box).

~Kimberley Morris
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Whoo Wants to See an Owl Gift Box?

Yeah, that title ranks right up there as one of the cheesiest I've come up with. Anyway, a friend of mine placed a birthday order with me recently, and her order included the Owl Builder Punch. (she just turned 29, right, Beth??? wink, wink) Well, I wanted to give her a little gift with her order, and since it appears she likes owls, I came up with this box for her gift [click image to see it full size]:

See those little tufts coming out of his ears? I have no idea where I saw that, but whoever came up with that design detail is just genius. It's actually the body of a punched bird (just the tail end sticking out) from the Bird Builder Punch. The gift is tucked in tissue paper into the box, which was left totally open at the top. The owl "face" is just a Top Note die cut piece, folded over, attached to the front of the box.  This is another project you could bling up with more layers of tufts at the ears, and some wings that stick out instead of just the illusion of wings. But, the more stuff you have sticking out, the harder it is to keep the box from getting mangled in transit. (that justifies my laziness, right?)

Stampin' Supplies: Big Shot die-cutting machine, Fancy Favor Box die, Top Note die, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, 1" Circle Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, XL Oval Punch (to take "bites" out of scallop punch pieces for belly and feet), Heart to Heart Punch (beak), Crimper, Early Espresso ink & Stampin' Sponge, Soft Suede card stock, Crumb Cake card stock, Whisper White card stock, Pool Party card stock, Basic Black card stock, Peach Parfait card stock and Poly-twill Ribbon, Mini Glue Dots, Sticky Strip, Mono Multi Glue, Rhinestone Gems, Vintage Trinkets - Brads (to hold the ribbon handle on each side of the box).

~Kimberley Morris
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Colorado Springs, CO
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Last Chance Online Extravaganza & FREE My Digital Studio

Before I get started, I just want to apologize for not posting with much regularity lately...probably this whole year. My father passed away in early February. In May, my son graduated high school and shortly thereafter was injured at work. I managed to get to the Stampin' Up! Convention in July, and then my mom passed away near the end of August. Over the summer we'd noticed a lump on our oldest kitty's throat, and by September he started needed progressively more care. We had to put him to sleep right before Thanksgiving, as despite some very comprehensive treatment, he got to where he could no longer walk or eat. So, that's the abbreviated version of my distractions in 2011. I'm ready for a much happier 2012 :-)

But, the reason I am posting today is that today and tomorrow are the last days of Stampin' Up!'s Online Extravaganza--with deals up to 60% off current merchandise!!! I wanted to make sure you don't miss it, as it will end at 11:50pm MT November 30th. Check out my ONLINE STORE to get in on the savings NOW!

View or download the PDF list of all Online Extravaganza deals HERE.

Hint: Insert an item number from the PDF in the Search the Store field near the top right of my ONLINE STORE page, then click the arrow, to see an image and full description of each item.

Also, today and tomorrow are the last days I'm offering a FREE My Digital Studio software DVD, and FREE Digital Content Discs to the first and second individuals who Become a Demonstrator in my group by 11:50pm MT November 30th! See THIS POST for complete details.

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
procrastistamper@gmail.com
http://kimberley.stampinup.net (SHOP ONLINE)
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FREE My Digital Studio Software or Digital Content CD...

...when you are the first or second person to Become a Demonstrator in my Stampin' Up! group, by purchasing the Starter Kit between now and 11:50pm Mountain Time on November 30th, 2011! (You must live in the United States to join my team, and qualify for this offer.)

Why am I giving these things away?? The Starter Kit is such a great deal anytime, but it is especially convenient throughout the holiday season, for making cards, tags, gifts, and decorating. The products I am giving away were free to me, and I already have one of each of them*. PLUS, I will get a free surprise from Stampin' Up! when someone new joins my team by November 30th. So, I am just paying forward the freebies :-) 

The first person to Join My Team will get the My Digital Studio® DVD software--an $80 value, yours for FREE when you Become a Demonstrator. Create your own personalized greeting cards with Stampin' Up!'s exclusive images & have them professionally printed (even comes with envelope!). Choose from multiple templates and sizes, even photocards! You can also print your creations at home**. Create personalized calendars for your family and friends. Choose from multiple templates and sizes, including desktop and (CD) jewel case! EVERYONE on your shopping list can use a calendar. Pamper yourself and personalize your own softcover Monthly Planner to start the new year off right--you'll get to brag that you made it, every time you take it out. (Please be aware that predesigned templates are available for tons of projects, and some may only be obtained as separate downloads.)

The second person to Join My Team will get a My Digital Studio® Savor the Season Ensemble Content CD--a $26+ value, yours for FREE when you Become a Demonstrator. [UPDATE: I actually have several Content Discs to choose from if you are not interested in the holiday ensemble!]  The images can be used in My Digital Studio, or in ANY graphics editing program that can handle .jpg and .png images. These are perfect for holiday bows, tags, and packaging, as seen in the image above.  The content includes a 36-piece stamp brush set, 10 Designer Series Papers, and TWENTY décor template pages! These are predesigned sheets you can print out to make paper bows, banners, mini boxes, treat labels, and more.

There's no obligation to sell anything after you Become a Demonstrator...seriously, it can be nothing more than a great deal on holiday project supplies for you :-)  As a demonstrator, you'll always get at least 20% off catalog purchases, and you can still be your own Hostess and earn FREE dollars to spend in the catalog on top of that!  Make it a part-time or even full-time income whenever, and if ever, you want.  The great thing is that you can customize the contents of your Starter Kit, and get the supplies you know YOU want to use.

Contact me if you'd like to know more before you sign up!  FYI: there are two Starter Kits available--if you are the first person to Join My Team and you choose the Digital+ Starter Kit, I will give you your choice of my copy of the MDS Software (because you'll already get one in your kit, but may want one to give as a gift), or other free Content CDs I have obtained in duplicate.

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
procrastistamper@gmail.com
http://kimberley.stampinup.net (SHOP ONLINE)
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*I inherited my copy of My Digital Studio from my mother, who passed away recently, so the software has been opened but is in its original package. I have already cleared it with Stampin' Up! to give away this copy, so there will be no licensing issues.

**Home printing requirements vary by project, and capabilities are limited by your home printer. For best results and color matching, choose Stampin' Up!'s professional print services. Must be a registered MDS user to submit projects for professional print services.

Worldwide Week of Workshops

Wow, it's November 10th already. I've spent just over a week now trying to get my computer to cooperate with me after Windows fried itself. Thank God I'm good with tech stuff, and I back up my stuff...most of the time has been spent reinstalling (and updating) Windows, reinstalling (and upgrading some) programs, and making sure I understand how to get graphics device drivers installed cleanly so I don't have the same problem again later. Unfortunately, on Windows, when you uninstall something, you don't necessarily get ALL of it...and those little artifacts can really mess up your day (or week, in my case) at some unforeseen juncture down the road! My computer is a lot more stable now, and I feel a lot more geekier. But I've missed stamping!!!

November 1-8th was Stampin' Up!'s Worldwide Week of Workshops. I held a Workshop in my home on the 8th, and below are the cards we made. You don't have to spend hours creating a masterpiece every time you stamp...these cards are cute and they only took a few minutes to make:

Yes, this card is another version of one I posted HERE...it was much easier to make this way!

Stampin' Supplies: Warmest of Wishes stamp set (Hostess Exclusive), Pool Party card stock and ink pad and marker, Very Vanilla card stock, Soft Suede ink pad, Pear Pizzazz Poly-Twill Ribbon & marker, More Mustard marker, 1-1/4" Circle Punch, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch, Antique Brads (legs cut off), Stampin' Dimensionals (for wreath and brad), Mini Glue Dots (to adhere ribbon knot), Stamp-a-majig.

Stampin' Supplies: Gift Givers stamp set, Christmas Greetings stamp set, Cherry Cobbler card stock and ink pad, Very Vanilla card stock, Soft Suede ink pad, Old Olive ink pad & 1/8" Tafetta Ribbon, Blender Pens, Stocking Builder Punch, Crop-a-Dile (1/8" hole in stocking), Snow Burst Embossing Folder (use with Big Shot), Stampin' Dimensionals, Paper Snips (to cut ends of banner).

When you visit my ONLINE STORE to get your supplies, don't forget the envelopes! The Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes are the perfect size, and coordinate nicely with either of these cards. Now is the perfect time to get started on your handmade cards, gifts and décor for the holidays. Remember, you can always call (719-205-5957) or email me to place your order--I can save you time by helping you find the tools and coordinating product you'll need for your project(s).

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
procrastistamper@gmail.com
http://kimberley.stampinup.net (SHOP ONLINE)
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Storm of Savings - 24 Hours ONLY

We FINALLY got our first snow this morning! My daughter was bummed that her high school didn't get a snow day, though. However, as a reader of my blog, I am offering YOU a Storm of Savings! Through 8am Mountain Time tomorrow, Thursday, October 27th, GET A 15% DISCOUNT* off your customer order!!! (*tax/shipping excluded, Hostess or Rewards items excluded, offer available only through me)

You are welcome to call me at 719-205-5957 to place your discounted debit or credit card order over the phone, or simply use my ONLINE STORE. If you order online, your discount will be in the form of a rebate check, 10-14 days after purchase. SALE IS FOR 24 HOURS ONLY, SO ACT NOW TO GET YOUR 15% DISCOUNT!

Although the snow puts me in the winter mood, you may still be able to order for Halloween, with expedited delivery options. Below is a quick and simple card I made recently with a set from the Holiday Mini Catalog. You'll notice the colors are the same as THIS HALLOWEEN TREAT PROJECT.

Stampin' Supplies: Out on a Limb stamp set, Delightful Dozen stamp set, Wisteria Wonder card stock, Daffodil Delight card stock, Peach Parfait card stock and ink pad, whisper White card stock, Basic Black ink pad, Stampin' Sponge (Peach Parfait around moon), 2-1/2" Circle Punch, Modern Label Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stamp-a-Majig.

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~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
procrastistamper@gmail.com
http://kimberley.stampinup.net (SHOP ONLINE)
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Warmest of Wishes for a Workshop!

I'm just sharing a simple little card today...we could make this at your FREE Workshop if you'd like. It's actually made with a stamp set you can get FREE with Hostess Dollars:

November 1st through 8th is Stampin' Up!'s Worldwide Week of Workshops!  Email me to book your FREE Workshop in the Colorado Springs area, or contact your local demonstrator. Don't miss out on the FUN and the FREE!

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
procrastistamper@gmail.com
http://kimberley.stampinup.net (SHOP ONLINE)
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Ghirardelli® Chocolate Square™ Treat Wrap

Today I have a quick and easy treat holder you can make for Halloween. The cello bag inside perfectly holds a Ghirardelli® Chocolate Square™, and the way the holder is put together, the recipient doesn't have to tear anything to get the treat out! I really like these colors together for Halloween...they are Wisteria Wonder, Pear Pizzazz, and Peach Parfait.

The dimensions of the folder are 7-1/4" x 3-1/2", scored 3-1/2" from each short end. (LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Simply Scored Scoring Tool for this!) These score marks will leave 1/4" in the center, to accommodate the bulk of the candy.

Now, the two features of this holder that allow it to be opened without ripping anything, are the ribbon and the cello bag. The ribbon is tied in a square knot, and can be slid down to the bottom of the folder to take it off. The cello bag is folded in half, with the opening facing the bottom of the folder, and some Sticky Strip on the back of it, just below the fold line. This means the candy is held in place securely in the bag, and you just flip up the bag and the candy slides down and out of the bag! Check out the picture below to see more detail. [As always, you can click on any picture to see it full size.]

Again, you can certainly bling the heck out of these, but I didn't want to spend a lot of time on them, or money on them, because the chocolates can be pricey by themselves. And because of that expense, and the higher quality candy, I would definitely reserve these treats for the appreciative adult palate! Maybe think about having a handful prepared for the parents of the young trick-or-treaters who come to your door :-)

Stampin' Supplies: Delightful Dozen stamp set, Halloween Hang-ups jumbo wheel, Wisteria Wonder card stock, Peach Parfait card stock, Pear Pizzazz Stitched-Poly Ribbon (15"), Basic Black ink pad, Versamark ink pad (to ink wheel), Stampin' Dimensionals, Small Cello Bags (3x5), Sticky Strip, Simply Scored Board.

VISIT MY ONLINE STORE TO PURCHASE THESE SUPPLIES!

~Kimberley Morris
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator since 1994
Colorado Springs, CO
procrastistamper@gmail.com
http://kimberley.stampinup.net (SHOP ONLINE)
BECOME A DEMONSTRATOR