It's Here !!!!!

Hello Friends -

I am so excited!  You are now able to order from the new 2012/13 Catalog. 

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NEW foam ink pads

Fabulous new product suites

83 new stamp sets

2012-14 in colors

Fabric

Paper

Kits

Ribbon & Trim

Embellishments

Tools

Punches

Die Cutting

Storage & Packaging

My Digital Studio

Scrapbooking

Projects

Click here to order a catalog or you can e-mail me at maxine@stamptothemax.com so I can send one out to you for only $5

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Have a wonderful day!

Stamp to the MAX Blog Hop!

Hello Friends,

HAPPY 1st day of June - Summer is almost officially here :) Today marks the start of a brand new catalog.  At noon, you can order from the new catalog and to welcome it in - I have arranged a blog hop with my very own "Stamp to the MAX" team members. I am first on the blog hop and I will direct you to Martha's blog at the end of this post.  You will also see a list of others who are joining me this month for this blog hop!  Please leave comments on the blogs - we always like comments, especially good ones :)

I created this WISH LIST (cos I need one LOL) using a half sheet (8 1/2x11) of Rich Razzleberry cardstock.  I layered it with a piece of Floral District Designer Series Paper - my favorite DSP in the new catalog.  Up until now anyway.  It may change :)

I used the "Apothecary Framelits" and my Big Shot to cut out the pieces to decorate the book using Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry and Daffodil Delight card stock - all coordinating colors. I ran the Tangerine Tango card stock through the Big Shot using the "Square Lattice" Embossing Folder.  I stamped the "M" in Rich Razzleberry Ink using the Broadsheet Alphabet stamp set and wrapped a piece of Tangerine Tango dotted scallop ribbon around the 'book'.  I am just loving 'Bright' colors at the moment.  They make me happy!

If you place an online order by clicking here anytime during the month of June - I will send you your very own 'Book' with your initial on it. 

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Here is my card from yesterday - if you missed it, using product from the new catalog!

Have a wonderful time hopping around our blog hop.  Click here to visit Martha's website where you will see some wonderful creativity!  Martha is #2 on this months blog hop. 

Be sure to check out the rest of the teams projects -

#3 Kim Stewart - Kimberkrafts.blogspot.com

#4 Stephanie Bradley - http://stamplikeyoumeanit.blogspot.com

#5 Elizabeth Harris - http://www.elizabethloves2stamp.com

#6 Christina Mansker - http://crazystampmom.blogspot.com

#7 Edie Bunting - http://ediestamps.blogspot.com

#8 Sharon Loring - http://www.stampinginthewind.com/

Have a wonderful day!

SQSC 41 - Betsy's Blossoms

Hello Friends,

I have joined a weekly sketch challenge with the Stampin' Queens.  This is my first week.  I am so excited as a challenge is always good and I love seeing different sketches for cards.

So excited to create with all the new goodies from the NEW catalog, which is available to order from at 12 noon tomorrow - YIPPEE!!!

I used the new Comfort Cafe Designer Series Paper (DSP) here along with a couple of coordinating colors.  I started with a Soft Suede base and added a layer of Midnight Muse, one of the new In Colors for this year. and a piece of Cajun Craze.  GREAT color combo.  I should have really cut the DSP in to 4 strips, (per the challenge) but had 3 in my mind for some reason.

The bird is from the Betsy's Blossoms Stamp Set - again available tomorrow. (item # 126004 in wood mount and # 126006 in clear mount).  I used the Itty Bitty Banners Set too for the Thank You sentiment.  (Item # 126255 in wood mount and # 126257 in clear mount).

I added a Naturals Designer button ( # 127544) with linen thread along with a piece of Very Vanilla Seam Binding Ribbon.  Check out the bird - I added a rhinestone in his eye and cut out one of the wings for extra depth.

Here is the sketch we were given.  Give it a try!  Great sketch!

E-mail me at maxine@stamptothemax.com for your NEW 2012/13 Catalog. Gorgeous samples and products.

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Check out the rest of the teams projects for this weeks challenge.

Have a wonderful day!

See you every Wednesday for our Stampin' Queens challenge!

Retiring Products - FINAL DAY!

Hello Friends,

Almost time for the Retired List to be taken down !  Don't miss out on items you would LOVE to have before it is too late.  Order on May 31 - last chance!

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Have a wonderful day!

In Color Card with Blossom Triple Layer Punch

Hello Friends,

Here are the new In Colors for 2012-13. We made this card at one of my clubs this month as an introduction to them.  I used Whisper White for the basic card layout. 

I used the Simply Scoring Tool to score some lines in the middle of the card to add some texture and depth.  I punched out one of each color using the Blossom Triple Layer punch which is retiring on May 31.  This punch has been reduced in price - only $14.37 (normally $23.95).  I also used the small circle punch. Finally I added a piece of ribbon which is one of the new In Colors.  No sentiment used, so I can use them for whatever reason.

This coming Tuesday (29th), is my monthly card class where we will be making 10 cards using the In Colors.  If you live in the area, you are more than welcome to attend.  Please RSVP - maxine@stamptothemax.com

Let me know if you would like cards in the mail.

Item code for this punch is 122464.

Create three coordinated punch images with just one punch. Images look beautiful layered together or separately -- giving you more creative options! Simply move the easy-to-use front lever to the image you'd like, then punch. Three-images-in-one punch body also saves on storage space. Instructions included. Punched images in this punch layer beautifully with images in the Bold Blossom Set.

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Have a wonderful day!

Thinking of you with Bashful Blue

Hello Friends,

Talk about a clean, crisp card.  I love the simplicity of this card.  Very fresh looking and elegant. 

Once upon a time, I used to think you had to add a 'lot of stuff' to a card for it to be 'worthy' in the crafting world - but wow I am glad I learned that is not the case.

One of my girlfriends sent me this picture as she knows I am loving the clean, crisp look.  My good friend Heather Summers created this card.

Hope you like this as much as I do!

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Have a wonderful day!

Video - My Digital Studio & My Digital Studio Express

Hello Friends,

By now you will no doubt know I am a big fan of MY DIGITAL STUDIO.  I love it and am having a lot of fun creating with it. 

Learn a little more about it if you are still undecided.

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Have a wonderful day!

FUN day

Hello Friends,

There wasn't even a memo!!!!!

No you haven't been watching too much "Barney"!  It is not your imagination wreaking havoc!  This is a bunch of my co-workers and I who decided to wear "Purple" today without any of the others knowing !  Melissa, my supervisor was in a meeting at this point but she too was wearing it.  I am actually glad she is not in the pic as I really have a problem with her - GOT you going did I Melissa? :) 

It really is because of the thing they call jealousy!  She looks SUPER DE DUPER! (Yes I have watched too much Barney in the past :)  She has been doing great on a diet and well I praise her and deep down just wish I could do what she has done.  It has been a rough couple of days for me and she not only looks SUPER DE DUPER!  She IS ....ok awesome !

A HUGE highlight today was this little guy!

Well - not so little.  He is just 8 years old and almost as tall as me.  He was so excited- he got to visit me at work for a class field trip.  I took my break when his class arrived and as I walked up to the Reception area, I heard him proudly say "My Mom works here".  Oh my heart!  He sure melts it.

He was so thrilled to tell his friends that not only did I work in this 'cool' building but I did Stampin' Up! at home too and talked about his 'stampin' area at home.  He made me smile so much. Wish I could have him come over everyday!

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Have a wonderful day!

Fan Fair

Hello Friends,

My stamp room is being renovated just now - so thankfully I can keep up with the scrapbooking using My Digital Studio. 

My brother Jared sent this picture to my i-phone. I recently purchased the Fan Fair Templates and added a few tweaks to one of the pages.  I added the picture and some text along with the ribbon and the Summer Smooches fabric brads. That was it.  This page literally took 5 minutes total.

I am going to make a book for my brother so I hope he keeps the pictures coming :)

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Final Night - Pillow Gift

Hello Friends,

This was our final pillow gift at our retreat.  This cute decorated tin was the packaging for some cute coasters which Martha showed us how to make during one of the demonstrations. 

Looking forward to our next team retreat already :)

Stampin' Up! is not just simply cardmaking.  There are so many things you can make using their fabulous products. 

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Have a wonderful day!