Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to friends and family near and far

To us, each of you is like a bright shiny star

For our family the year 2011 exceeded the fun bar

Trips and adventures were taken not just in the car

Summer took our family to upstate New York

Church sites & Niagara Falls filled us to the cork

Hawaii is where Dave & Jenn ate pulled pork

Snowboarding, surfing, wake boarding, and

water skiing were attempted with a little torque

Sydney is the sweet number four

Preschool has become her 3-day chore

Art, Polly Pockets, and Barbies leave her asking for more

Each day she leaves us guessing what’s in store

Sierra is exploring how it is to be almost eight

Recess and her teacher are what make second grade great

Soccer, playing school, dancing, and singing are all first-rate

She’ll be baptized in February…seems like a long wait!

J.R. has just reached a full decade

Soccer, cub scouts, and running he won’t trade

Science and math help him love fourth grade

On to the next adventure he does persuade

Jenn has found time quickly ticking

Stamping and volunteering keep her clicking

Primary President makes her brain keep picking

Water damage to the floors have left her kicking

Dave has found an eternal lack of time

Life continues to be one long climb

He wishes he was just teaching a nursery rhyme

Surfing in Hawaii was sublime

Remember to keep the Savior near.

He’ll keep you in the clear.

May you be blessed in the coming year…

Filled with lots of joy and cheer!

Love, Dave, Jenn, J.R., Sierra, and Sydney Hurdsman

Clearance Blitz

Nearly 200 new Clearance Rack items are being added to the Online Store at discounts up to 80 percent off retail--while supplies last!

• Only online orders qualify for this promotion. Orders can include non-Clearance Rack items, as well.
• The Clearance Rack Blitz includes old-body style punches.
• There is no minimum purchase required to participate in this promotion.
• Qualifying Clearance Rack orders are eligible for hostess benefits.
• Clearance Rack Blitz items are only available while supplies last. There are no refunds or exchanges on Clearance Rack items.
• You may view Clearance Rack Blitz items in the Online Store.
• Orders must be place by January 5!

Check out the goods NOW!!! :)

Grinch

Are you caught up in the Christmas spirit yet or are you stuck being the Grinch so far this year?  At the December stamp-a-stack, this card was very popular.  He can be quickly made with just a few dies and punches!  Order your supplies here.
Cardstock:  Old Olive, Whisper White, Basic Black, Real Red
Ink:  Basic Black Marker
Accessories:  Big Shot, Petal Cone Die, Top Note Die, Word Window Punch, Itty Bitty Punches, 1" and 1/4" circle punches, Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots

Dear Santa

What's included on your wish list this year?  If it includes Stampin' Up! products, don't delay in ordering or passing on my website to those who will be gifting you this Christmas season. 

Order your supplies here.

Cardstock:  Wild Wasabi, Very Vanilla, Holly Berry Bouquet DSP, Real Red
Ink:  Wild Wasabi
Stamps:  Dear Santa
Accessories:  Sponge, Real Red Satin Ribbon, Holly Berry Bouquet Buttons, Mini Glue Dots

Quick Treat

Here's a quick treat created with the Ornament Punch and the matching punch set as well as the long cello bags.  This came together really quickly!  Add the wrapped Twizzler to the cello bag and seal shut.  Stamp ornament, punch out, and attach to top of cello bag with a dimensional.  Tie ribbon around top of ornament....DONE!  Perfect little gift!  Order your supplies here.
Cardstock:  Whisper White
Ink:  Real Red
Stamps:  Delightful Decorations
Accessories:  Cello Bag, Punch Ornament, Real Red Ribbon, Dimensional

December Stamp Camp

You won't want to miss this stamp camp!  Don't forget to RSVP today!

Merry Christmas

I was inspired to make this card from our monthly demo magazine.  I used craft inks on this card.  The white ink is perfect for the the snowflakes and the red ink stamps perfectly (and can be seen and read) when stamped on ribbon!   Order your supplies here.
Cardstock:  Crumb Cake, Whipser White, Real Red, Patterns DSP Subtles,
Ink:  Real Red & Whisper White Craft
Stamps:  Dear Santa, Christmas Greetings
Accessories:  Lace Ribbon Border Punch, Northern Frost Sizzlits Decorative Strip Die, Whisper White Satin Ribbon, Pearl Jewels, Dimensionals

Tie Birthday

If you're like me, you struggle with masculine cards.  This card was inspired by a swap I received at Convention.  Such an easy card to create once you have your color combo.  Order your supplies here.
Cardstock:  Marina Mist, Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Old Olive
Ink: Marina Mist, Crumb Cake, Chocolate Chip, Old Olive
Stamps:  Best Dad Ever
Accessories:  Baker's Twine, Big Shot, Polka Dot Impressions Folder, Stapler

Thinking of You

Sometimes a card can be just this simple...embossed cardstock with a little bit of Designer Series Paper and a few punched out pieces of cardstock.  I'm in need of some quick thank you cards.  I will definitely be using this card sketch and ideas for those quick cards!  I'm also super excited about today's digital downloads.  You can see them here.  My favorite of these is the Quinceanera Stamp Brush Set (129020) for just $3.95.  So many times people have asked about this stamp set...now it's available as 6 digital images for all of your crafting needs!!  You can order digital images only through my website (click the "Shop Now" button).  The best part is there is no shipping since you download the images directly to your computer.  Happy Craftin'!

December News

Hi Stampers,

Hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving with those you love.  Our Thanksgiving was great…the week before…not so fun.  We came home from church to a flooded kitchen (our water line came disconnected from the back of the fridge somehow) which means we have since had to take out our kitchen floor and part of our carpet pad in our living room and hallway.  In the drying out stage of it all, part of our wall between our living room and kitchen also had to be removed.  Definitely fun times at our house!  J Needless to say, life is never uneventful.  Despite my lack of a kitchen floor, I still plan to offer two classes in December.

Thursday, December 1, 7 p.m. Technique Night.  Create two Christmas projects.   Fee:  FREE—Stamp Club Members; $7—Customers/Guests (FREE when you place a $40 the night of the class)  RSVP by Tuesday evening.

Friday, December 9, 7 p.m.  Stamp Camp.  We’ll be creating 6 simple neighbor gifts.  All supplies will be provided including envelopes.  Fee:  $20—Stamp Club Members; $25—Customers & Guests  ($5 off when you place a $40 the night of the class).   RSVP by December 3.  Must have 4 or more guests RSVP’d by December 3 to have this class.

Please RSVP as soon as possible for either of these classes so I will have adequate time to prepare.

The Online Extravaganza is still going on.  These products are available at a discount through November 30.  If you haven’t already ordered from this special, take advantage now!

Now through December 15, you’ll receive $35 of additional hostess benefits when your party reaches $350.  Now’s the perfect time to take advantage of extra hostess benefits.  Contact me today to schedule your stampin’ party!

Amongst all your Christmas cards, be sure to watch for your copy of the Occasions Mini towards the end of December.  It’s awesome!  Sadly, we’ll have to say good bye to the Holiday Mini so be sure to look through it once or twice more to see what else you must have from the Holiday Mini.

Happy Stampin’!