Enjoy Stamping!

Baby Wipe Ink Pad Card

2010-03-17T17:51:00.001-04:00

Today I used my new stamp set 'Animal Stories' which I earned for free during Sale-A-Bration (there are two weeks left if you want to earn some stamp sets too!).

I wanted to do something different with the solid stamps, so rather than just inking them up in one color, I made a custom ink pad using a folded baby wipe (or folded kleenex with some rubbing alcohol) and dropped several drops of co-ordinating ink colors at random into it (in this case I used Mellow Moss, Apricot Appeal and Bashful Blue). Then I inked up my stamp in it and voila- a very cool effect!

I stamped two elephants on the background and a third on a scrap piece of paper which I cut out and mounted with Dimensionals to make it pop out (it's hard to see in the picture, sorry!)

I also stamped on a envelope to make it match too!

Clear Mount Stamps

2010-03-15T20:47:00.003-04:00

Here's a great video about Stampin Up's new clear mount stamps! Enjoy!

An Evening with Shelli Gardner

2010-03-12T18:34:00.006-05:00

My demonstrator friend Kim Assly won the Workshop of a Lifetime Challenge, a day with Shelli Gardner, the CEO of Stampin' UP! In addition to organizing her own workshop for customers, Kim graciously also hosted a demonstrator event so that we all could meet Shelli too! It was an amazing night (Thanks KIM from all 140 of us!!) Shelli spoke to us about how she started Stampin up 20 years ago and answered questions; there were make & takes, swapping, dessert & coffee and lots of great socializing!

Here are some pictures: Me & Shelli,

, (Me & Sara, Shelli's daughter)

Josee (my upline in purple at the font) and our first line team photo with Shelli - plus, I asked her to sign my bone folder... I covered her signature with crystal effects so that it won't wear off, kinda crazy but it's fun!!

Check out Shelli's Blog for more about her visit to L'Original and other travels around the country!

Decor Elements: Thoughts & Prayers Tree

2010-02-25T13:48:00.013-05:00

Last week I put up the Thoughts and prayers Decor Elements tree (large size #116004) -there was a big empty spot just asking for something special!

I started by cutting the image into the six sections as per the directions.

I used painters masking tape to position it on the wall.

My first try was too high and too far over to the left,

The next time I got it better- it's bigger than I thought, so I was a good idea do a test positioning!

Finally, I peeled off the grid paper and used the applicator to rub it onto the wall (my daughter wanted to help- she loves doing rub ons!) Voila!

Looks nice eh? (Go Canada Go!) a bit of Olympic cheer slipped out after our Canadians CREAMED Russia in Hockey last night!

Thoughts & Prayers Card

2010-02-07T22:17:00.005-05:00

I finally got the "Thoughts and Prayers" stamp set I've been eyeing for months! Tonight I created my first card with it.

Step 1. Decide where the "moon" is going to go, then cut out a 1 3/8 circle out of scrap paper and adhere it to the background (Very Vanilla) cardstock with Dotto Adhesive.

Step 2. Use your brayer to roughly cover the background with More Mustard Ink. Remove the scrap circle.

Step 3. Ink the edges with close to cocoa using a sponge

Step 4. Stamp the Tree and Text using Chocolate Chip Ink

Step 5. Mount on background!

Blogging 101 for Demonstrators

2010-02-05T03:30:00.000-05:00

Does setting up a blog intimidate you? Let me help!

In a small class setting, I'll teach you how to setup & maintain your own blog using blogger (free)- you can even publish on a custom domain (like mine, http://www.enjoystamping.com/) which I pay $10 a year for (less if you register for more than a year), but get all the cost savings of using a free blogging application.

There are lots of tools and tricks available to personalizing your blog - I'll show you the basics in this class:

Setting up your Blogger account
Custom domain options
Choosing a template and simple changes not requiring any HTML
How to use Headers, Watermarks & Signatures (we don't create them)
Working with gadgets- anything on the sidebars or footers - pictures, text, labels
Linking - within your blog and to anywhere else
Other tips & tricks

See for example: http://www.kronbergconsulting.com/ - This is a VERY simple blog which took about 10 minutes to setup (I don't blog most of my consults.. who wants to read about quickbooks?!!). Your blog can have pictures, links and colours as you like!

Bring your laptop and connect to my wireless internet (not required, but you can actually do the steps with me if you like, and have a finished blog by the time we're done!) I'll be demonstrating with my projector, so you can watch me do each step.

Date: TBA Spring 2010
Time: 7-9pm
Location: my home in Kanata Lakes
Cost: $35,

If you know the basics and want to learn how to do more (like the nav menus, 3 columns, backgrounds and more), please sign up for my Blogger 201 Class.

I also offer one-on-one customization or support later on if you need it.

Click here to Signup Now

Excel Class Planning Workshop

2010-02-04T16:00:00.000-05:00

If you enjoy creating your own projects, or copying others, but get stuck between that step and making it a craft class, I've got a solution for you.

Do you find planning a class difficult?
Don't know how many supplies to buy?
Don't know if you earned any money from this class?

If you answered yes to any of these, you need some excel help! I've developed a spreadsheet in which I enter basic info like:

Number of participants
Cost of Class
Supplies Needed

The bottom line is, this tool will give you an estimated total of earnings in total, and per hour! If you change the number of participants, it re-calculates the supplies needed (taking into account how many things are per package). It uses simple equations which you don't need to create, but do need to learn to use!

This class assumes you know the very basics of a spreadsheet (basic math like addition & muliplication, creating totals). I'll teach you the rest. Bring your laptop if you have one (not required, but you'd be able to do things as I do them)

Date: TBA Spring 2010
Time: 7-9pm
Cost: $25,
Location: My house in Kanata Lakes

Click here to Signup Now

Blogging 201 for Demonstrators

2010-02-04T03:00:00.000-05:00

In a small class setting, I'll teach you how to customize your blogger blog to be what you want it to be. Learn about:

Finding and using custom templates (like 3 columns or navigation bars)
Making changes to the html (wider columns, changing colours etc. if I can do it, so can you!)
Optimize for Search Engine Visibility (Tips)
Paypal, Feedburner, Feedjit, Link within
Using Google docs to link to custom documents & forms
Other useage, editing and Maintanance Tips and Tricks

Bring your laptop and connect to my wireless internet (not required, but you can actually do the steps with me if you like!) I'll be demonstrating with my projector, so you can watch me do each step.

If you're planning on taking this class and already have a blogger blog, please note that when you change templates, you lose all your sidebar gadgets. You'll have to recreate those you want.

Date: Spring 2010
Time: 7-9pm
Location: my home in Kanata Lakes
Cost: $35

I also offer one-on-one customization or support later on if you need or prefer it.

Click here to Signup Now

Beautiful Wings Birthday Card

2010-01-28T19:13:00.004-05:00

I made this card for a very special friend using a bunch of the new products from the Spring Occasions Mini Catalogue

Stamps: Well Scripted

Paper: Sweet Pea DSP- I used 2 way glue and glitter to add a little sparkle & Vellum for the butterfly wings, Close to Cocoa CS

Other: Beautiful Wings Embosslits Die, Pretty in Pink Corduroy Buttons & 5/8" Satin Ribbon, I used the mat pack & piercing tool to do some false stiching around the card edge.

Happy Moments Ink, Spray & Smash Birthday Card

2010-01-15T15:56:00.004-05:00

I made this quick card using the Ink, Spray & Mash technique and the new Happy Moments Sale- A- Bration stamp set.

Ink, Spray and Mash Background:

Drop a few drops of different colored inks onto glossy cardstock. Spray with fine water mist and mash it together with another equal size piece of glossy cardstock. Pull apart & let dry!

I add dazzling diamonds to the presents using two way glue to add a little sparkle!

New Years Kick Off Event

2010-01-02T20:59:00.004-05:00

New Year Kick-Off Party…join us for a Saturday of stamping fun!

(presented by the INKredible Canadian Stamping Divas)

Come for a fun filled day with Demonstrator Theatre; awesome make n takes; swapping, door prizes and a great raffle!Make n Take’s will feature products from our Sale-A-Bration Brochure & the Occasions Mini Catalogue! You'll love all the new products!!!

Saturday, January 30th 10am-3pm

Doors open at 9:30am

St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Kanata, ON MAP
Registration fee includes lunch, make and take supplies and approx. $25 worth of products! WOW

Cost: $50

Please register and pay before Jan. 12th to allow time for products to come in and be cut! Click here to register

What to expect?

You’l be inspired by 8 different demonstrator booths featuring tons of our new products…cling stamps & clear blocks, Build a Bear, Punches, On Board Books, Decor Elements and more!
Lunch
Awesome make and take’s
An awesome raffle with some of the best products to win!
Door prizes
Swapping (Bring a bunch of your cards or projects and trade with others!)
Card & project display’s
Demonstrator Share Table
Approx. $25 worth of products included in fee! WOW
A raffle with over $250 worth of products to be won!
and lots and lots of fun!

Click here to register

I hope you can join us for a great day of stamping!

You can view pictures from our last full day event here!

Bookkeeping for Demonstrators

2010-01-01T14:00:00.000-05:00

In this small class setting, I'll go over the excel spreadsheet (posted on the INKY site- if you don't have access, email me) that I designed for Stampin' Up Demonstrators in March 2008. This is the simplest way for you to keep track of your Stampin' Up business income and expenses.

I'll use my projector to show you how to enter data and make sure you understand what everything means.

Date: Tues Jan 12th, 2010
Time: 2 hours
Location: My home in Kanata Lakes
Cost: $20 paid at registration by email Interac Transfer (mailto:t_kronberg@yahoo.com or Cheque by mail (Tania Kronberg 62 Shaughnessy Cres, Ottawa, ON K2K 2N1)

Click here to Signup Now

Missed the class? Purchase my Stamper Profit Pal today!

Big Shot Holiday Sale

2009-12-13T15:21:00.003-05:00

Were there some Sizzix dies or accessories that you know you want–or you know your friend wants? Now’s your chance! There are special deals from now until shortly before Christmas on Stampin’ Up! exclusive dies and other accessories for your Sizzix Big Shot and also select Decor Elements. Discounts range between 15-25 percent.

See the items on sale below until December 22nd.

2009 12 Days of Holiday Sales

Sale-A-Bration 2010!

2009-12-06T09:00:00.004-05:00

The Sale-a-bration (SAB) sale is one of the most anticipated times of the year for Stampin' Up enthusiasts! And this coming SAB will be one of the best yet!

Sale-a-bration 2010 runs for 3 MONTHS! January through March of 2010 will be the time for FREE stamp sets for customers, hostesses and even for new Stampin' Up demonstrators.

I'm starting to fill up my calendar now, so make sure you call or email me soon to book your SAB workshop date!

Promotion Details:
Customers: Receive a free Sale-A-Bration product for every $65 purchase (before tax and shipping).

Hostesses: Receive a free Sale-A-Bration product for every $395* in workshop sales**, in addition to our regular hostess benefits.

New Demonstrators: Starter Kit & Digital Starter Kits are both 15% off, plus you can pick and additional stamp set in the catalogue valued at$63.95

Sale-A-Bration products include: stamp sets, a fantastic paper package and a new punch! PLUS you can also select from a long list of stamp sets in the catalogue if you prefer! WOW!

CONTACT ME NOW or place an order online!

Stamp Sets Retiring Jan 4th, 2010

2009-12-04T15:56:00.004-05:00

Going, going gone on Jan 4th!

Email, Call or place your order online before these stamps sets are gone!!

Specialty DSP Clock

2009-12-03T22:26:00.004-05:00

Isn't this a wonderful project? A canvas frame, a clockworks, Christmas Cocoa Specialty Designer Series Paper (#116770) a bit of cardstock, ribbon and accessories and you have a custom clock!

I can't wait to make my own version of this!!

Tin Foil and Silver Embossing!

2009-11-29T20:59:00.005-05:00

I want to share some awesome cards created by some of my demonstrator friends with you- This first card uses aluminum foil punched out and run through the big shot embossing template to get a very festive result!

The second one is a classic- silver embossing & brushed silver cardstock- love it!

Huge Sale- Starts Today!

2009-11-23T21:45:00.002-05:00

Stampin' Up just announced a huge sale that starts TODAY and lasts only one week!

You'll be able to order products at up to 50% discount!!! Remember to order early to avoid shipping delay's as popular items may get back-ordered!It's a great time to stock up for Christmas gifts!

You can also forward your wishlist to a loved one and have them order you some gifts you'll LOVE!
The last recommended day to order for Christmas delivery is Dec. 5th. There are some fabulous ribbons, accessories and bundles including Decor Elements, scrapbooking, and Valentines. Check it out! But hurry-the Online Extravaganza ends November 30th!

To see or purchase all the products on sale: Click here, then on "Online Extravaganza" on left

(You can then order directly through my store OR email me or call me & I can place the order for you!)

TIP: If you spend over $200 net, you also qualify for Stampin' Rewards so, it's a great time to contact your friends to see if they need anything too!

Here is the list of sale items!

Stampin' Up Canada Nov 23- 30 Product Bundles Sale

My Digital Studio Certified

2009-11-19T19:02:00.006-05:00

Yay! I completed the training to become My Digital Studio Certified and will be receiving some cool rewards soon! I'll share them with you when they arrive. In the meantime, here are some of my digital MDS card creations!

Want to learn how to print cards at home? Click Here!

Sunday Sketch Challenge- Of the Earth Hostess Set

2009-11-15T14:45:00.007-05:00

This week I wanted to use my new hostess set (earn it free) 'Of the earth'. Lacking creativity, I found inspiration from a very talented lady called Mary Fish. Here is my version of her card...

Stamps: Of the Earth Hostess Set
Colors: Tempting Turquoise, Crushed Curry, Ruby Red
Other: 1 1/4" square Punch, 1 3/8" square punch, Big Shot Embossing Plates, Corner Rounder

Build-a-bear Birthday Bash

2009-11-11T19:20:00.010-05:00

A couple weeks ago I did fun birthday party for 18 eight year old girls. We had four stations and four craft projects- a bookmark, chocolate treat holder, card and loot bag using the new Build a Bear product line in the Holiday Mini. What a hoot!

Cardstock Colors: Creamy Caramel, Chocolate Chip, Blush Blossom & Very Vanilla

Stamps: Beary Best Friends (Holiday Mini #118052), Teddy Bear from Family Accessories (#113494)

Big Shot (#113439), Stampin Up Bear Bigz Die (Holiday Mini #117977), Stampin' Up Beary Essentials Bigz Die (Holiday Mini #117978)

Punches: 1/2", 3/4", 1 1/4" Circles, Scallop circle, Corner Rounder

Like this? Contact me to book your custom class or party today!

Feast Project Box

2009-11-09T17:25:00.000-05:00

Sketch Challenge Sunday- Crinkled Cardstock

2009-11-08T09:42:00.000-05:00

What do you do when you need something different - a bit of texture, but you don't have any tools with you? Scrunch up the piece of paper and then unfold- voila! Instant effect!

November Projects

2009-11-04T10:18:00.000-05:00

Sketch Challenge Sunday- Chalkboard

2009-11-01T09:35:00.000-05:00

An oval and a diagonal piece.. now that's different. I did a small patch of chalkboard technique in the center. Stamp in versamark, then use a sponge dauber with pastels to highlight the image. Finally, I stamped the outline of image ontop with whisper white.