Art With Heart Team 2021 Colour Creations Blog Hop: Basic Gray & In Symmetry Stamp Set

Hello friends. It's time to play with colour again. This week I am participating in the Art with Heart Team (my amazing Stampin' Up! team of awesomely creative ladies) Colour Creations blog hop. Each week we have a new colour, and this week it is a neutral, Basic Gray.  I have chosen to work with the In Symmetry stamp set and coordinating Sweet Symmetry Designer Series Paper. Both of these were new in the 2021 - 2022 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalogue.

Here's the first of the two cards I made. The strip of paper I used on the cutaway edge on the inside was my favourite piece from the Sweet Swmmetry DSP, so I used that as my colour inspiration for stamping and the frame. My flower is stamped in Flirty Flamingo and I have used Just Jade for the stem and leaves. The scalloped frame is from the Scalloped Contours Dies (the coordinating dies to the Colour and Contour stamp set). This is die cut in Bumblebee. This stamp set lends itself to very graphis design, so this dotty embossing folder was perfect to give some texture to the Basic Gray front of the card. It's one of the two folders in the Checks & Dots Embossing Folder.

To add some dimension and extra interest to my flower, I stamped an additional layer and fussy cut so I could pop that up with Dimensionals. To finish my card I just needed some Rhinestone Jewels and a Basic Gray sentiment. I really love this 'hey friend' sentiment which is part of the In Symmetry stamp set.

My second card uses the same sheet of DSP, but I have stamped the larger flower (Flirty Flamingo) and leaves (Just Jade), and made the frame Basic Gray.

This time I stamped my greeting in Night of Navy, to pick up that colour in the Sweet Symmetry DSP. Here's a closer look at the colours used today.

Here's a closer look at the In Symmetry stamp set and Sweet Symmetry Designer Series paper. Both of these items (and lots more!) are available to purchase in my online Stampin' Up! store. Use the image links at the end of the post to go to the products in my store. The products are also available in a bundle and a suite, and I have included those links below as well.

 

 

Now it's time to hop onto the next AWHT blog. Next up we have Christine Blain who always makes such lovely cards. 

If you get lost anywhere along the line, here is a list of everyone participating. Enjoy finding your way around the blog hop. We have some very talented team members!

Michele Taylor 

Kate Morgan

Sharon Davern

Ros Davidson

Catherine Proctor

Rachel Palmieri

Theresa Gerrard

Kristine D'Auria

Tina Gillespie

Rachel Woollard

Di Furniss

Claire Daly

Christine Blain

Fiona Ryan

Caroline Manwaring

Vicki Boucher

Andrea Sargent

Rosa Leyden 

 

Thanks for stopping by today. See you again later in the week.

 

Claire

Product List

Sweet Symmetry Suite Collection (English)

[155608]

Sweet Symmetry 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[155605]

In Symmetry Photopolymer Stamp Set

[155140]

In Symmetry Bundle (English)

[155599]

Scalloped Contours Dies

[155560]

Checks & Dots Embossing Folders

[155432]

Basic Gray A4 Card Stock

[121689]

Bumblebee A4 Cardstock

[153082]

Basic White A4 Cardstock

[159228]

Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Pad

[141397]

Just Jade Classic Stampin' Pad

[153115]

Basic Gray Classic Stampin' Pad

[149165]

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

[147110]

Paper Snips

[103579]

Rhinestone Basic Jewels

[144220]

February 2021 Specials and New Releases from Stampin' Up!

Here's a quick run down of what's happening with Stampin' Up! specials and new releases in Australia in February.

First, here's the specials I have happening this month:

1. Get a free 6 card kit when you purchase the Art Gallery bundle and Fine Art Floral DSP anytime during before February 28th.

The offer is available for Australia residents. When you purchase the Art Gallery Bundle and Fine Art Floral Designer Series Paper (both are part of the Fine Art Floral Suite) from me between January 5th and February 28th, I will send you a FREE cardmaking kit including instructions and the remaining cardstock, embellishments and ribbon for 6 cards you can make at home.

Here's a look at the two products you will need to purchase (postage on these two will be $5.95 direct from Stampin' Up! to you and you will also earn a free level 1 Saleabration choice.

Art Gallery Bundle - Item 156227 $87.25

Fine Art Floral Designer Series Paper - Item 154558 $20

This is an exclusive offer only available from me, not other demonstrators, and is open to Australian residents. The cards were all designed by me and I love them! There are 2 cards each of 3 designs including a fun fold and slimline card. 

Check out this short video which shows you the products and cards.

 

2. Free Gift when you use the monthly Host Code

If you choose to place your orders in my online store, you can also qualify for a small gift by using the monthly host code if your order total is $50 or more. Your order will be delivered like normal (see below for how to order), and the month after your order (usually around mid month), you will receive a free gift in the mail from me as a thank you. My customers love getting their little surprises in the mail, and I love giving them. 

The following specials are offered by Stampin' Up! in February.

3. Saleabration is on (only until February 28th) and you can earn FREE stamps and paper packs.

Earn free stamp sets and paper packs with orders, plus an exclusive stamp set for workshop hosts or large combined or individual orders. Get all the details / download the catalogue and see the items to earn for free HERE.

There's also a bonus for joining Stampin' Up! during Saleabration. Get the details HERE.

4. Hey Chick Promotion

If you love the Hey Chick stamp set in the January to June Mini Catalogue, you will love the Hey Chick promotion. Commencing February 2nd through to the end of June, there are coordinating dies available for this stamp set. We have also bought back the original Hey Chick stamp set (from Saleabration 2017) and there are dies available for that as well.

See all the Hey Chick products HERE in my online store.

 

5. Stampin' Up! Clearance Rack

You can find a bargain in the clearance rack 24/7 and all year! The clearance rack has new condition Stampin' Up! products that have retired from catalogues. This includs dies, papers, embellishments, kits, punches and more. There are deep discounts of up to 60%

Find the Clearance Rack HERE in my online store.

 

Our biggest value promotion of all ....

Finally, our biggest value promotion of all is to join in the fun of becoming a demonstrator, even just for yourself. Whether you join for the great discount, the amazing community, the opportunity to learn and network with demonstrators globally, or to have a family friendly home based business; you will have a great time as part of my large team right around Australia. We are a very chatty, active, friendly and supportive group and we welcome anyone who loves Stampin' Up! My team has been built over the last 14 years and it's a huge part of my enjoyment of being a demonstrator.

Anytime is a great time to join, but until the end of February you will also get a joining bonus of 200 sheets of 6x6" DSP in 45 different Stampin' Up! colours.

Get all the details about joining HERE, or call / text / email with any questions you might have.

Have a great week, and let me know if you have any questions about any of these offers for Australian residents.

Warm regards

Claire Daly

Stampin' Up! Get and Go Joining Promotion, September 2020

Get Extra Items in the Starter Kit when you join this montht!   If you are interested in joining Stampin' Up! as an enthusiast to place orders for yourself and/or a few friends; or to join to sell our awesome products now or down the track; then this month's Starter Kit promotion is a great one.   For a one off $169 joining fee, you get: Up to $235 products of YOUR choice (you could even include the new Cut and Emboss machine if you wanted); The Queen Anne's Lace stamp set (second photo on left) - valued at $30 The So Much Love Stamp set (fourth photo down on left) - valued at $35 A packet of clear Adhesive Rhinestones - valued at $8.75 16 card kits including envelopes (8 for each stamp set) to make the cards shown on the left FREE Postage valued at $15.40 on an order this size. That's a saving of $155.15 or over 47% just on your starter kit Here's a look at the two free stamp sets, and the cards that can be made with them using the card kits included.   How will I benefit after that? You can place your own order and get a 20% discount at that time that increases to 25% after a certain sales amount. You can place orders for family and friends and earn that 20-25% as commission on their orders. You can earn additional income on your sales when you reach certain monthly amounts. You get free catalogues and an opportunity to order products from upcoming catalogues a month early. You get to be part of my amazing online Stampin' Up! team Facebook group, which is a fun crafty home base for you to meet new friends, get excited about Stampin' Up! and learn from myself and others in the team. You will have me as your team leader and mentor to hold your hand along the fun journey of Stampin' Up! You get invited to exclusive Stampin' Up! demonstrator only events and online communities. You have an opportunity to work towards earning free products and other great rewards.   How much do I have to sell to stay active? You need to sell or buy a total of $468 (before your 20% discount is applied) in each full calendar quarter, so by the end of December if you join in September (that amount is based on a global currency Stampin' Up! use called CSV, so may change slightly year to year, but only by a few dollars. Wy not save the 20% and get all the other benefits?   What happens if I don't meet that amount? You get a month to catch up (called pending month), or you can just drop back to being a customer. You keep everything, no questions are asked and you can rejoin again in the future if you choose.   Got more questions? Email me or call/text on 04 1212 0498 and Iask me anything. I'll happily answer any questions obligation free.

Sounds great and I think I would like to join. What do I do now?   Download How to Sign Up Online with Claire during Get and Go Promotion September 2020. Go HERE to get started joining up - it literally only takes 10 minutes (once you have selected what you want) and you are done! Make sure you do all this by 30th September when the promotion ends.   Call, text (04 1212 0498) or email me at anytime in the process, even just to let me know how excited you are about joining! I'd love for you to benefit from this great joining deal this month.   Thanks for stopping by today, see you back here again soon.   Claire

 

August Creative 8 Tutorials using World of Good Suite - Get Yours Today

Oh my goodness! I was totally blown away when I saw this months tutorials from the team. We have 5 fun fold / fancy fold cards, a 3D item and 2 other fabulous ideas. These tutorials are free with any purchases (in Australia) from me over $50 in August, and they can also be purchased worldwide.

Here's a sneak peek of my card. I love how this turned out.

You can purchase the tutorials from anywhere in the world via PayPal with immediate download. Such great value for just $12AUD (less than $9USD).

Purchase now for $12AUD 

 

I have a bunch of other tutorials for free and for purchase over on my Tutorials Page. Enjoy!

If you would like a free PDF tutorial from me each week, you can also subscibe.

Join my Subscriber Community for a free PDF Tutorial every week.

or Subscribe to receive all my Blog Posts by Email

Last Day to earn Bonus Days Coupons

Today  is the last day to earn bonus day coupons, and they can start being redeemed from tomorrow. If you are placing any orders today, still use the July Host Code as the new code is starting tomorrow when the Holiday Catalogue goes live.

See you back here again tomorrow. Have a great day!

Claire

2020 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalogue starts today plus 2 great new June specials.

I'm so excited that we can finally get started on really showing you the wonderful new 2020 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalogue. The sales period started today, and we also have a fabulous new and improved online store to show it off.

Check out the new Annual Catalogue products in my online store

Download the PDF of this Catalogue

Request a Paper Catalogue

 

We also have two fabulous new June Specials, to kick off the Annual Catalogue.

 

1. Get $40 extra Stampin' Rewards on a $400+ order (June 3rd to 30th)

When you place a combined (say, an order with friends or from a virtual party) or individual order of $400+ between June 3rd and June 30th, you get an extra $40 Stampin' Rewards! This means that for a $400 order, where you woulr normally receive $40 Stampin' Rewards, you will receive $80 instead. The best bit is you can spend that on anything you want in the current catalogue! To take advantage of this offer:

1. If you shop online, the extra Stampin' Rewards will automatically be applied when you check out;
2. If you shop directly with me by phone or email, I'll work out your Stampin' Rewards for you (and even help you decide what to spend it on if you need some help.

 

2. Get an extra FREE Bundle in Your Starter Kit (June 3rd to 30th)

You can join my team just for yourself or to sell the products - the choice is yours and everyone gets the same joining deal and benefits. You can enjoy my great team community and the overall Stampin' Up! community, as well as get great savings with your Starter Kit and an ongoing 20% discount. For just $169, you get to choose $235 worth of whatever you like, plus you get free postage on your kit! The deal is even sweeter between June 3rd and June 30th because you get an extra FREE die/stamp set or punch/stamp set bundle (of your choice and of any value) in your kit. There are over 30 fabulous new bundles to choose from.

Find out more HERE about this great opportunity to join AND get a huge value deal on new catalogue products.

 

Stay tuned for lots of new product excitement over the coming days, weeks and months. I'd love you to create along with me each week from the comfort of your own home, by suscribing to my free Make it With Claire tutorials which are emailed out at the end of most weeks. There is no pruchase requirement; the aim is to give you tips and creative ideas and you can substitute things in if you don't have exactly what I have used. Use these links to subscribe:

Join my Subscriber Community for a free PDF Tutorial every week.

or Subscribe to receive all my Blog Posts by Email

I have 2 ribbon and 1 paper shares available for sign up until midnight Friday 5th June AEST. All the details HERE or click on the image below.

 

I also have my In Color Club which is going to be super exciting as it's the first one I have done. I'd love to have you join me on this 5 month adventure of colour and creativity. All the details HERE or click the image below.

 

See you back here again later today or tomorrow. I have lots to share with you in the weeks ahead.

Stay warm (it's freezing here in Melbourne this week),

Claire