Happy Valentines Day!

There's so much to catch up on since my last post. Hope you've been enjoying your February as much as we have.

In short, we had a fabulous Sale-a-bration launch (more on that later), welcomed back our Stamp Clubs for 2012, and had our big summer Team Day.

On the home front, the kids are back at school after the long summer holidays.

We all had a bit of adjusting to do now that the 'baby' of the family is a big school girl. There might have been a few tears shed on the first day, just saying… (no, not from the kids). But now that we've settled into the new routines we're ALL loving the opportunity to spread our wings and do different things.

For today, I'm sharing the love with Petal Cone Die loveheart pouches.

Here are pouches made by some of our talented Stamp Club members, embellished with the gorgeous Sale-a-bration products.

The versatile Petal Cone Die (AUD$59.95 +p/h, contact me to order)

The pouches are fun to make, and can be filled with anything you like.

HOW TO MAKE PETAL CONE POUCHES:

• Simply die cut 2 petal cone shapes using the Big Shot,
• emboss (we used the Houndstooth embossing folder),
• embellish,  and
• Sticky Strip the two pieces together using the attached tabs.

PETAL CONE POUCH GIVE-AWAY

I've got a few spare love-heart pouches, so in keeping with a Valentines theme for today I'm 'sharing the love'….

Simply place any Stampin' Up! order with me between now and Friday and I'll send you a fully embellished LoveHeart Pouch, made by me!

I might have to leave the choccy's out just in case they melt in transit, but I reckon I can find something else to put in there for you.

To place your order, just email stamps@simonebartrum.com, call me on 03 5345 1592 or send a text to 0411 642 038 and I'll call you back.

Thanks for stopping by for a visit – don't forget to leave some comment love to say hello.

Happy stamping,

UPCOMING CLASS: February 24th, 7pm – 9pm. All Occasions Stamp-a-Stack. $20 early bird price. Only 3 spots remaining. Want to join us? Click here to reserve your spot.

We've just returned from a fabulous two-week camping trip by the beach. Swimming and surfing every day and lots of sunset walks along the beach with the fam. 

But we're back now, and just in time for one of my favourite times of the year…

Sale-a-bration. 

Who doesn't love free stamps?!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the products in this year's selection. The best ever! Check them out:

Click to download

If you're not sure what all this Sale-a-bration buzz is about, or you need a refresher, you can get the full low-down by clicking HERE.

All is revealed.

BIG NEWS

It's hugely exciting to learn that THIS YEAR there's an extra bonus for clever crafters who get the demonstrator Starter Kit.

During SAB the price is reduced to only $249 and you get an EXTRA stamp set to ANY VALUE on top of the already fabulous contents in the kit.

This brings the total value in products and business supplies to nearly $700 for only a $249 investment, but best of all you are buying your very own business, to do with what you will. How awesome is that!

For more info on what it means to 'Join Stampin' Up!' click HERE.

Well, I'd better get back to the unpacking and the many loads of washing. Can't wait to catch up with some of you on Friday at our Celebrate Sale-a-bration event.

Happy Stamping,

   Just a quick reminder that our Celebrate Sale-a-bration event is coming up. For more info click HERE.

Happy stamping,

FREE EVENT

 Just a quick note to remind you of our "Celebrate Sale-a-bration' stamping session which will be held in Creswick, Vic, on Friday 27th January. And you're invited!

We'll be kicking off Sale-a-bration for 2012  – an annual Stampin' Up! event that rewards customers and hostesses, and even new demonstrators (if you've ever thought about joining Stampin' Up! you'll be blown away with what's in store).

There is no charge for attending, and for your convenience we're offering you a choice of two short sessions (2pm – 3pm or 7pm – 8pm).

More details in the January newsletter which will be out soon, but please note that you must reserve a spot. Not yet a newsletter subscriber? Enter your email address under the heading 'Subscribe' over there on the right sidebar. ->

We've been busy this week here at home with a BIG clean up and doing all the jobs that we never seem to have time to do. I even tackled my box of retired stamps… the stamps I said I'd NEVER part with. But I'm seriously running out of space and with plenty of stamps still on my wish list, these golden oldies have got to go. Check out the newly updated Stamps For Sale page. All new listings have GREAT prices, and some of the older sets have been further reduced.

As a special bonus, I'm offering my blog readers the chance to take your pick of these retired stamp sets for FREE. All you have to do is submit an order of $100 for current Stampin' Up! products and you can choose ANY retired stamp set for free!

But get in quick because this offer is valid for 1 week only (expires 5pm Friday 6th of January).  Click here to email your order, and don't forget to tell me which retired stamp set you want!

Happy stamping,

The long wait is over! We're happy to announce the Extra-Large Ornament punch (item 119847) is now available to order. 

The end of Sale-a-bration is a crazy-busy time, so I've been MIA lately.  But we're having lots of fun with the gorgeous Sale-a-bration sets… are you?

Here's a fun project featuring Bliss (I'm thinking that's been the most popular set this year):

The box is made from the 'Box No. 2' die, and of course the Scallop Envelope die for the other projects. They've been decorated with various embossing folders, the Tiny Tags stamps with matching Jewelry Tag punch and of course my favourite Sale-a-bration set: Bliss!

Happy stamping,

Today I'm sharing cards featuring the fun stamp set Punch Bunch. This set coordinates with five of our favourite punches (including the scallop circle and owl punch – which would have to be two of my MOST used punches!).

Thanks to our artists from the SUDSOL swap for giving me permission to share their cards here.

Above: Susanne Collins.

In Regal Rose, Soft Suede and Blushing Bride colours. I'm loving the new Square Lattice embossing folder!

Above: Helen Johnson.

Showcasing the gorgeous Elegant Soiree Designer Series Paper.

Above: Liz Hicks.

I love all the texture on this card, thanks to the Crimper, strips of ribbon, and the eyes which were created by inking Basic Rhinestones with black StazOn!.

Liz used the On Board Chipboard (Mix & Match) to create a template for the tree.

Above: Kris McIntosh.

The Scallop Trim Border Punch creates a fabulous edging. Beautiful!

I've got plenty more beauties to show you so check back soon, or better yet simply SUBSCRIBE to the blog to get updates straight into your Inbox!

Happy stamping,