June Pals Blog Hop: All That’s New!

Thank you for joining us for the June Pals Blog Hop and our kickoff to the new catalog! Are you ready to see wonderful creations featuring new products from the 2013-14 Stampin’ Up! catalog? Get ready to update your wishlist!

You should have just left stop number 3 on the Pals Hop – Shannon Hokanson at Paper Works.  If so, you are in the right spot.  If you get off track, the full blog lineup below will help you move along from blog to blog so you see all of the amazing creations.


Wooooo whooooo… my second  “deployed” blog hop.  I’m in awe that I’m still hanging on.  The long hours, late calls, and sometimes sleepless nights are all worth it!  I’ve been on three deployments and this one is different.  Why is it different?  Because although I’m far away from home, at the end of the day… I get to stamp and Stampin’ Up! makes it possible!

When I sit in my tiny room to make a few cards, I think about the 6,762 miles my cards will travel to get to their final destination in the United States.  WoW!  Can you imagine the adventure!?

So, if you’re a subscriber to my blog and you listed your mailing address… know that before I go home you will receive a card from me.  I am living proof that you can take Stampin’ Up! anywhere in the world!

I used the new Framelits – Oval Collection (129381) to make the base of the card.  These framelits are awesome and I love them!  I can’t wait to get the circles and square one’s in the mail.  Unfortunately, it takes two weeks for my mail to arrive, but I will wait patiently.

Supplies Used from New 2013/14 Catalog:
Wildflower Meadow Clear Stamp Set (129168)
Hostess Express Yourself Clear Stamp Set (130339)
Gingham Garden Designer Series Paper (129310)

The next stop is Lynn Hoyt at cattaildesigns, stop number 5 on the Pals Blog Hop! Thanks for visiting – and I hope to see you next month!

Thank you for visting!

Please feel free to leave a comment below.  Comments keep us going and we truly appreciate them.

Quick Birthday Wishes!

Recently, I posted to my Facebook fans that I had stopped giving away free product because I didn’t feel there was a large enough interest in it.  One person, Ms. Maureen left me a message that was funny, so right then and there I decided to give her a My Paper Pumpkin kit.

She is a faithful subscriber to my blog and Facebook page and I wanted her to know how much I appreciate her.  Although I enjoy your comments, my blog is all about what I can do for you!

This card was made for a co-worker (at my deployed location) that was signed by everyone.  Inside it said, “Recent studies show that people who continue to have birthdays… live longer.”  Hilarious… why?  Because it’s so true.

Until the Next Post…

Keep an eye out for the Pals Blog Hop on June 11th!

The New Catalog is Here!

Can it be?  25% off 3 of my favorite sentiment sets?  I find my sentiment sets get some of the best stamping mileage.  Who can resist these versatile stamps at 25% off?  What a perfect way to celebrate today’s launch of the new Stampin’ Up! 2013-2014 Annual Catalog!

Dates: ON SALE NOW through June 30, 2013

Sale Price Retail Price Description Item
$17.96 $23.95 Sassy Salutations Wood-Mount Stamp Set 132070
$13.46 $17.95 Sassy Salutations Clear-Mount Stamp Set 126707
$14.96 $19.95 Sweet Essentials Wood-Mount Stamp Set 132085
$11.21 $14.95 Sweet Essentials Clear-Mount Stamp Set 126457
$21.71 $28.95 Petite Pairs Wood-Mount Stamp Set 128706
$15.71 $20.95 Petite Pairs Clear-Mount Stamp Set 122497

SASSY SALUTATIONS

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SWEET ESSENTIALS

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PETITE PAIRS

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My anxiety level was pretty high today.  Why?  Because I want EVERYTHING in the catalog, but it’s impossible for me two purchase for several reasons:

1.  I can’t afford everything.
2. I do not have enough room in my tiny room.
3. So, I’m getting just a few more items.

To kick off the new catalog I will send you a special gift that is exclusive to my deployed location for anyone who makes a minimum $25 purchase.

Click on catalog above to see all the wonderful NEW Stampin’ Up! products.  Then simply place your order by clicking below and you will have the cutest gift that you will NEVER get anywhere else in the world, exclusively FREE by me.

What items are on your wish list?

Happy Birthday the Musical

I just want to say a million Thank You’s to you my faithful blog readers and my brand new subscribers for following me.  I am humbled and feel the love shared by your sweet emails.  I’m on my third deployment and the only thing I regret about the first two deployments is not having had a blog or been a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator.

Although the military does a fantabulous job at providing us top notch entertainment and things to do, I have been gone a month and NOT once been bored.  I’m now in a routine that keeps me busy when I’m not at work and at the same time allows me to go for a run, have dinner, watch a movie, play Bingo, and BEST of all make cards!!!

Please leave a comment and let me know what kinds of things you would like to know about deployments.  I would love to hear your thoughts.

I think this may be the last card I post that was made prior to my deployment.  I thought way ahead of time and pre-made ALL of my May birthday cards because I knew I wouldn’t have time the first few weeks to stamp while getting settled in.  I especially made this card for my son’s dad who’s favorite color is red and he loves music to no end.

If you haven’t bought the Itty Bitty Banners (Clear 126257/Wood 132022) you can buy them now and in the new 2013 Catalog.  You have the option of also purchasing the Itty Bitty Framelits that are a perfect match to cut out the cute banners.

You also lucked out with the Natural Composition Specialty Paper!  It didn’t RETIRE!  Yayyyyy!!!  Make your purchase today and receive a card from me while I’m deployed.  I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to send you a card.

 

Until my next post…

You literally have SEVEN days to get $155 in product of $99
Click HERE to get it now!

“Miss You” My Friends at Home & Down Range

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During deployments the work day is long, anywhere from 12-16 hours a day, six days a week, and on-call on the seventh day.  No one complains and everyone comes together as a team.  We are the best of the best!  When you think about it, it seems like a long day, but since there is not much to do after work, like when we are home, many of us work out at the gym daily, go for a run, or hang out at the water hole aka Pete’s/community center.

We often run into our comrades continuing down range or making their way back home.  Well, tonight I ran into several co-workers from Travis AFB and boy were they a sight for sore eyes.  Their six month mission is complete and they are happy to be going home.  I will feel that way in five months and one week, but hey, who’s counting… LoL.

All I can say is that I have the best job in the world and if you are on your way to or way from down range, be safe.  Know that we at the Transit Center are here for you waiting for your return to get you back home.  God Speed my friends.  I am honored to serve beside you!

I dedicate this card to my friends back home and to my friends going down range.  I “MISS YOU” already!


Until the next post…

Help me move on up to Sr. Supervisor by making your Stampin’ Up! product purchase here.

I’m so so so so so close…. did I tell you how close I am to Making Senior Supervisor?  LoL




Happy Birthday to My Best Friend!

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Many of you who visited me during the Pals Blog Hop asked about what my stamping area looks like in my room where I am currently located.  You can see the picture on my Facebook page.  I’m still trying to get used to develop a normal schedule and I hope it kicks in soon.  I’ve got an important class to finish up and then I’ll have all my extra time to do nothing but Stampin’ Up!  I’ve also began receiving beautiful cards from my stamping’ Pretty Pals.  If you only knew the excitement I feel when the mail arrives and there is a handmade card or handwritten letter.

Although I keep in touch with family on a daily basis, I just thought I’d let you know that deployed military members really do LOVE LOVE LOVE hand written notes.  They are more personal and a written word on paper takes thought, love and care to put together.  We can feel the love that was put into it and as we tear the letter apart we can really feel the love come out of it and it makes us happier than an email.

So if you’re reading this and you have a loved one deployed send them a letter or make them a card, go ahead make their day! =)  Don’t worry about how it turns out.  It is a treasure in their hands and the words will bring them a little bit of “home” in a far away place.

Today is my best friends birthday.  I hope by now he has received it and really loves it.
Happy Birthday Michael!

Until the next post…

Support your military friends/family by making her/him a card.
Buy your paper needs from me here.

Feliz Dia De La Madre

Today I received my gorilla box with items like shampoo, hairspray, my blanket and pillow, and my Hello Kitty hamper.  It took two weeks and two days to arrive.  It’s amazing the simple things we take for granted.  In the box also came the last two things I was waiting on to start making cards.  Can you guess what just one of them is?

If you follow my Facebook page you can get a peak of what had arrived the first week.  Leave a comment below this post and enter to win some blog candy!  Yes, all the way from my deployed location.  You will receive bunches of my Designer Series Paper from the 2012 catalog.  Don’t have your new 2013-14 catalog yet?  Get one here.

For a chance to win it, I’m going to give you about a week to leave a comment and tell me the furthest place you’ve ever sent a card… from where you live.  =)

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I made this one and only card for my ama.  I am blessed and I am lucky.  Blessed because my mom is still with me and lucky because God could not have picked a better mom to loan me to.  My five brothers were a handful and I was her peaceful obedient child.  Don’t believe me… ask her!  LBMO.  Mi mama es la major mama en todo el mundo!

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As always, I am doing what the Air Force does best… enlisting you into my Circle of Pals!
It would be an honor to serve with you as a Pal.
Click HERE to join my less than 1% Circle and
NEVER be pressured or committed to do anything,
but stamp your heart away!

Live in the Sunshine Part 1

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I absolutely LOVE this sentiment!  It reminds me of the how nice and warm it has been in Northern California.  I love driving with my windows rolled down and the warmth of the sun shining upon my face.

What does that mean for you!?  More Stampin’ Up! inspiration. =)  I’m so excited and I just can’t hide it….. But what’s just as exciting as that!?  Keep reading and scrolling down down down……………..

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Introducing the new remodeled wood case!

The posibilities for the new case are endless and I can’t wait to put the few wood stamps I have in them.

They are also perfect for storing your My Paper Pumpkin kit you get each month!
What!? You don’t know what it is!? Well click on link above and read all about it!!!

DON’T FORGET!

The PAPER PUMPKIN PLAYERS were activated earlier this week and if you want to W-I-N a My Paper Pumpkin kit for FREE… you must Follow My Paper Journey.

Winner will be announced on or about April 15th.

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Until the next post…

Think about getting a 20% discount directly from Stampin’ Up! NOW… =)
I want you as part as my Circle of Pals.



Answer this question in comments below… what could I add to the card to give it a little more pizzaz?

Here’s to You

For the last few weeks I have been noticing many Clean & Simple cards that are also Quick & Easy and they deserve my attention.  That is why I made this one.  I’ve been on a roll now that I’m at 16 days and a wake up… =)  If you don’t know what I mean by that and this is your first time here… you can sign up here to follow My Deployed Paper  Journey. Continue reading

Baby Shower for Mommy

If you’ve ever needed a quick stamp set to make Baby Shower, a Bridal Shower, or even just a Thinking of You card then this set is it!  The Rain or Shine set comes complete with three different style umbrellas, two different shaped handles, and even droplets of rain or hearts (as shown) that you can play with. Continue reading

Lets Just “Fall” in Love

March Pals Blog Hop:  Get Ready for Spring

Winner

LEAH
@twlakes.net
Leah, you win the stamp set and punch.

She said:  “Love the colors of this card.  Great job.

 The runner up is:  Shannon J.  She said: “What a lovely card! I enjoy the banners and they are so easy to make :) TFS!.
Shannon… you get the card, but I’m going to through in a pleasant surprise that I know you will love.

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