Spring Fan Fair Stamp-a-stack cards

Creative Wednesdays are back! I hope there aren't anymore Wednesday breaks. It's been hard juggling a full-time job, part-time school, and Stampin' Up! I'm trying my best to balance out everything as best I can.

With today's creative Wednesday, I'm also announcing my Spring Stamp-a-stack class. 

Make 9 cards of 3 designs each. The stamp-a-stack cards are created using the Postage Due stamp set and Fan Fair Designer Series Paper.

This class will be offered twice.

At my home in Vancouver (Killarney area). I will contact you with my address once you've registered.

April 26 7:00pm - 9:00pm

May 3 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Price: $25 supplies included (bring your own adhesives)

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FREE if you place a $35 Stampin' Up! order the day of the class

RSVP required. Click on the date you'd like to register

Last day to subscribe for April intake!: Each month the 11th is the cutoff day to be subscribed to the My Paper Pumpkin program. Be sure to sign up by 11pm PST to not miss out on this month's project! Details here!  Pin It now!

The Basics online Stampin' class

Just released! Great classes for the great crafters! No skills necessary!

"The Basics" class download (item 133385), our first-ever class available as a Stampin' Up! product. This class offers clever tips and techniques to get the most out of your stamping supplies and is an exceptional creative resource. Divided into six PDF documents, this class includes written instructions, step out photos, a few videos, and supply lists for 34 projects.

The following topics are covered in the class:

• Basic Stamping
• Embossing
• Masking
• Stamp-a-ma-jig
• Watercoloring and Markers
• Big Shot Basics

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November Holiday Stamp-a-stack class

It's November! and believe it or not, only a few weeks left until Christmas!! November is my last Stamp-a-stack series. Make sure you get a piece of it by starting your Christmas cards early!!

Each class you will make 9 cards of 3 designs each for $25. Supplies and envelops are included.
Be sure to bring your own glue and adhesives.

This month we will be making 9 of the cards shown in this post on:
Nov. 26 7:00pm-9:00pm
Nov. 27 7:00pm-9:00pm

This month's class features the Evergreen Christmas and the Ornament Keepsakes stamp set.

RSVP here!

If you missed previous stamp-a-stack series, contact me to arrange a make up class. If you complete all 3 series of 2012 Holiday stamp-a-stack, receive a free ornaments class from me!

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Fall Holiday Stamp Camp

Early-bird Registrations on now

Saturday, November 3, 2012: 10:00am-2:00pm

Come for a day of crafting! Craft all your Christmas projects in one go! We will make at least 5 holiday projects to give your holidays an early start! Projects will include a box of  tags, cards and ornaments!

What you will get:

• Complete at least 5 holiday projects
• A goodie bag worth over $40 of goodies and product (stamp set)
• Great chances to win prizes of the day

Bring a lunch, your own adhesives and scissors. Glue is available for purchase for those who did not bring glue.

Payment must be received before class to reserve your seat and goodie bag.

Early-bird registration fee before October 15: $50

Registration fee after October 15: $60

Last day to register is October 22

Once you have registered, I will contact you regarding your registration payment.

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Christmas Stamp-a-stack in October

October is catching up to me too fast that I haven't had a chance to post all my upcoming October classes!

As revealed yesterday, we will be making 3 of the Greetings of the Season card in October's Christmas Stamp-a-stack class. Another card we will be crafting is the following card using the Happy Hour stamp set.

A quick and simple card but remember at each Stamp-a-stack class you will be making 9 cards in one sitting! 9 cards of 3 designs for $25. So simple is best!

Supplies and envelops are included. RSVP required.

Be sure to bring your own glue and adhesives.

Oct. 23 7:30pm-9:30pm
Oct. 24 7:30pm-9:30pm

For anyone who completes all 3 series, you will receive a free ornament class in November.

If you missed a previous Stamp-a-Stack class, you can contact me to do a make up session to complete all 3 series and receive the free ornaments class.

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Last day for A Reason to Smile

July 31, 2012 is the last day to get your Reason to Smile stamp set for $5! Spend $60 and get the exclusive Reason to Smile stamp set only available in July for just $5.


This will be one of the cards that we will be making at tomorrow evening's monthly stamp club class! Drop-in students are always available for $12!

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Big Shot hot air balloon art and card class

The reveal! If you guessed hot air balloon, you're correct!!

The gift and card project for the month of May will be creating this cute hot air balloon popart along with a coordinating card! Hot air balloons have become such a cute and fun trend recently and I've finally hopped on their bandwagon.

This card is a case I saw from pictures taken at the Stampin' Up! Leadership 2012 conference. I had this project in mind for quite sometime and I'm so happy I finally got a chance to make it and now I get to teach it as a class.

I hope you can join my excitement!
The coordinating card we will making is a swap I received from Monica Chan last year from convention. Thank you for a wonderful swap card Monica!

Cost: FREE with a $30+ order placed that day OR pay a $20 flat fee!

All supplies included except for picture frame.

Please bring your own adhesives.

Upcoming Dates:

Thu. May. 24, 2012 7pm - 9pm
Sat. May 26, 2012 10am - 12noon

I also ship project kits to anywhere in Canada!

And a big thank you to all who participated in the project guessing challenge! As an added surprise bonus to all who submitted guesses, you will receive $5 off this class!

Please join me again for future fun and easy blog challenges.

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Sneak Peek of popart class in May

We all love sneak peeks don't we? I don't mean to tease but I also can't wait to reveal this cute and gorgeous project! This project will be offered in May on a number of days (May 11, 15, 16, 19). In the meantime, check back in the next couple of days for this update.

What do you think this project is? Anyone who makes the correct guess by commenting on this post before I make the reveal will receive this class for free!

So don't be shy and start those guesses! Limit 2 guesses per person. The guessing game is open to anyone in Canada (Yes, I ship classes across Canada). You may email your guesses to idacwchan@hotmail.com

While you're anxiously waiting for the reveal, don't forget to check out the list of retiring stamp sets. We have less than 2 months left to get these stamps before they are gone forever!

Stampin' Up! Retiring List 2012

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All-Occasions card buffet

Join me in April for the All-Occasions card buffet. Craft a set of 8 cards. 2 of each of 4 different designs. (4th card not shown in picture). That means you get to keep one card to yourself and give one away! We'll be covering cards for Mother's Day, Father's Day, new baby and birthday!

This class we will be using the Packed for Everything bundle stamps. Making good use of every stamp in each card.

Cost: FREE with $35+ product purchase or $25 flat fee.

Upcoming dates:

Thu. Apr. 12, 2012 7pm-9pm 
Fri. Apr. 13, 2012  7pm-9pm 
Wed. Apr 18, 2012  7pm-9pm
Sat. Apr 21, 2012 9am-11am

 

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Fruitful crafting

After realizing how lazy I've been and became a best friend to procrastination, I decided to pull a weekend of pure crafting. My long refreshing trip last month has put me in the mood of restarting a new year by inspiring others and igniting their creativity. So here we go...
my February technique club cards.


This month we are using the new scented embossing powders! Have a sniff and you won't be able to give away the card! Scented embossing powders come in vanilla, melon and cherry!

This card is a case from Marlene Peters. She's so full of talent!

Stamp club is always accepting new members! Interested in just dropping in? Join me as a drop-in member for $12 and you'll be able to complete this card along with another fun card!

February stamp club meet is on Thurs, Feb 23 from 7:30pm. Contact me if you are interested! There are other stamp club options available too!
Visit the stamp club page

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Happy Halloween! Bring on Christmas!

So I cheated and skipped out crafting anything for Halloween this year...just to give myself more time to prepare for Christmas! I'm ready for Christmas so bring it on!!

For November's Stamp-a-stack class, I will be featuring the Snow Much Fun stamp set. Here's one of the cards that we will be doing.
November 22 7:00pm-9:00pm
Price: $20 for 9 cards

Remember that in each Stamp-a-stack class you will be making 9 cards of 3 designs for $20! 

If you've completed 3 Stamp-a-stack classes this holiday season you will receive a free Christmas ornament class from me on December 7! Missed the previous stamp-a-stacks? Email me and we can schedule a private class or to order a class kit from me.

Snow Much Fun - clear 122562 $24.95

Snow Much Fun - wood 122560 $33.95

To end the Halloween spirit and welcome Christmas, I'm saluting October good-bye with my dog, Bun Bun's picture. He sure did have a fun-filled Halloween this year!

YEE-HAW!

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Holiday Open House

Join me next Saturday for my holiday open house in Vancouver.
Free admission and all are welcome!

Saturday, November 5 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Be prepared to be amazed with specials I'll be offering exclusively for the Open House.
Come by for a free make and take project and explore the fun crafting projects that you can do this holiday season.

I'll be giving away a door prize!
Everyone attending will get a door prize ticket but here's how to get EXTRA tickets!
5 extra tickets for bringing friend who is new to me
5 extra ticket for EVERY $25 order placed before s/h & taxes
10 extra tickets for joining a club
10 extra tickets for booking a workshop/party
10 extra tickets for signing up as my downline
ALSO be the first 5 people to RSVP to get 3 extra tickets!
BONUS 5 tickets if you check-in on facebook or foursquare on your smartphone at the event

Here's a quick preview of an upcoming WOW class that I'll be offering on November 23.

This is a card I received as a swap from my upline's team. This was made by Carol Arbour. I love it! Pin It now!

October Stamp-a-stack

Ready for another set of 9 cards?
This month I am featuring the Merry & Type stamp set. For $20 you can complete 9 cards of 3 designs with coordinating envelops.

This Cherry Cobbler colored card is another swap by Andrea Skillman. I'm really liking her style!

When: Tuesday October 25  7pm-9pm
At my home (East 46th and Kerr St)
Fee: $20

Can't make it on the 25th? I'm also running the same class on Sunday, Oct 22 from 10am-12noon. Still can't make it? Let me know and I will schedule a private session for you! (kits also available for those who cannot attend physically)

Please RSVP (for Oct25) before Oct 21 to secure your seat

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Card Keeper Box Class!

Create this cute Card Keeper box and organize your cards in style!
The top cover is wrapped neatly with the Timeless Portrait Designer Fabric as well as the inner tab cards are decorated with the Timeless Portrait Designer Series Paper.

How about making this box without having to buy individual pieces to complete it? For $20 you can create this gorgeous box to organize your cards or give it away as an amazing gift.

When: Sunday, October 22  10am - 12noon
At my home (East 46th and Kerr St)
Fee: $20

Please RSVP here before Oct 14 to secure your seat

 

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Christmas stamp-a-stack 1

We are just one day away from the launch of the exciting Holiday Mini Catalog. To tease your excitement, I'm announcing my Christmas Stamp-a-stack class a day earlier!

I will post more detailed pictures of these cards after tonight.

Just like last year I will be doing 3 sets of Christmas stamp-a-stack classes from September to November. At each class we will make 9 cards of 3 design each. All supplies to complete the 9 cards are included along with envelops.

As a bonus this year, if you sign up for all 3 of my stamp-a-stacks (September, October, November) this year, you will receive a free holiday ornaments class from me held on December 7 at 7pm!!

Class is $20 each and will held at my home. Here are the dates:
Tuesday, September 20 7pm-9pm
Tuesday, October 25 7pm-9pm
Tuesday, November 22 7pm-9pm

Each month I will be offering a different set of cards for the Stamp-a-Stack classes, so please be sure to check back for details of these cards.

Click here to RSVP for the September class

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Free class for all!

The new catalog is out and I am so excited with everything in this catalog! I can't wait to show it to you! This year, in place of an open house, I'm offering a FREE CARD CLASS ($15 value) to everyone who RSVP!
This class will include learning a fun new technique while trying new products out on 2 fun make and takes project! Snacks and goodies provided too!
Want to join us FREE? RSVP here for a session:
Saturday, July 30 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Sunday, July 31 5:00pm - 7:00pm

There will be prizes! and here's more ways to get more prize entries:
5 extra tickets for bringing friend who is new to me
5 extra ticket for EVERY $25 order placed before s/h & taxes
10 extra tickets for joining a club
10 extra tickets for booking a workshop/party
10 extra tickets for signing up as my downline
ALSO be the first 5 people to RSVP to get 3 extra tickets!
BONUS 5 tickets if you check-in on facebook or foursquare on your smartphone at the event

I'll also be showing things from convention!! Bring your camera!! I'm located in Vancouver!

Can't attend both the dates? Book a workshop with me and still get 10 tickets into the prize draw!
Did you know the hostess benefits has been UPGRADED?! Look at the chart  here! I'm so excited! Instead of $20, you get $35 when your workshop closes at $35! This applies to Stamp Club too! Pin It now!

A Village of Cuteness Reveal!

And the reveal!

These wooden houses were part of a Fun Class at convention on the Friday evening.
How about it? Do I hear a class for this coming up? Wait for the announcement soon!

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Help celebrate my first 6 months as a demonstrator!

Come join me for a FREE stamp a stack class in my home in Vancouver: 8 all-occasion cards on June 23, 8-10pm (worth $40).

This class is not just an ordinary class because it features stamp sets from the new Idea Book & Catalog that will be released on July 1st!! So be the first to use these sets and make projects before anyone else!! There will also be incredible prizes at this free class!

Here's how you can get your hands on this class by the following ways

1. For anyone who places an order of $50 or more from May 1 to June 16, you will receive a ticket to this class! Every increments of $50 purchase will get you another ticket (bring a guest!).

2. For anyone who hosts a free workshop that closes with a minimum order of $200.

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