We have 1 winner. Congrats Marilyn

The "basic set" is "Itty Bitty Backgrounds".
The winning guess under "comments" came in from Marilyn McAfee. Marilyn, watch for a card in the mail.

Thanks for taking time to make a guess.

posted Sunday, June 20, 2010
Another chance for a FREE card in the mail

Would you like a FREE card in the mail?

Another one of my very favorite sets is going.

Oh my gosh it was one of my very first stamps I purchased. How can they do that.
It's just such a good basic stamp set. Well I'm hanging on to mine.
It's a small set
It's corrected a lot of my mistakes

2010 - 2011 Catalogs are here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

If you have not picked up your new catalog as yet and you are on the list, please feel free to drop by Joan's Stamp Room, in my basement, Monday, June 28, 2010 from 6-8 pm.

Catalogs are $5 and a check is great, Memo: SU catty

Just drop in and I'll have a couple of snacks and I've cleaned off the table if you care to sit and chat a bit as you look thru it. If you bring your own drink, please have a closed lid.

As for parking, there is another driveway on the other side of the house (the one with the Sunflower mailbox).

Just come in the basement door and down the hall.

Would you like a FREE card in the mail? Guess which set I'm sad to see leave.

Well I've just taken a few minutes to update my current and outgoing catalog and mark all the retired stamps. Still haven't marked the retiring accessories but more concerned with stamps.

Hope you have marked yours as you have til June 30th to get retiring stamp sets and then they will be gone. I'm placing an order later this week if you need something or go to www.joanlowder.stampinup.net
to place an order.

So as you mark your book have you noticed stamp sets that you never noticed before? Are you losing a lot of sets that you are crying over?

I've marked 3 sets that are retiring that I'm very unhappy to see them go.
Be sure to check out clues for the others.

• The first one makes me so sad to see it leave.




• It's uplifting to the receiver.




• It offers a heartfelt greeting




• 4 pc set




• one inking gets the look of shades of color

I'll send a card to the first 5 people leaving the correct set name. Be sure to leave your email address or check back to see if you are a winner. Good luck. Deadline extended to Friday, 6/25/10.

Come back later as I'll be asking you to guess a different one.

By the way, I've thrilled that "Lovely as a Tree" is not retiring. I love this stamp set as it has so many uses. It was one of the first sets I ever bought when I became a demo in 8/2001.

Have any questions, just drop me an email, jlowder1@bellsouth.net

You have til 6/30 to order anything you'll want in your stash. http://www.joanlowder.stampinup.net/

Scrap night at Joan's

Thought I might plan a "Scrap Night". Had to change the date. So let me know if you can make it, as it stands now it will be Thursday, June 24, 6:00 - 9 pm.

Bring your cards or card fronts. You can use my card scraps and make some cards. This is open to anyone who has placed an order with me in the last 3 months. Seating is limited.

No class or instruction but I do have some samples for ideas. Will post one later today to show you. Thought I had taken a picture but guess not.

When I cut cards that are layered I often have 1/4" strips and can't bare to toss them. It's an age thing. Come help me use them up.

If you want to make card fronts, I'd cut the cardstock to either card front size, 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 or if you want it to be layered it will be 4 x 5 1/4".

If I can find someone to take some July 4th cards to some troops, I'll ask that you help make some of these before we start or mid way thru.

June '10 Stampin Up Class projects

June, 2010 class projects. Well I enjoyed making all of these with a little help and inspiration from others. The 3-d flower card was just so much fun but won't fit in an envelope.
I found this card idea on pg. 72, Papercrafts May 2006, cased card by Amber Crosley. I changed it up by texturing the colored piece. The butterflies are a die by Stampin Up as well as the plates and verses. The verses are from Whimiscal Words, SAB '10. The butterflies die is from Mini catalog that retired 5/31/10. It has 5 butterflies. I pop dotted the big one on inside of the card.

Well this card idea by Joanne Gelnar. When you see a great idea, just change it up based on what you have on hand. Well of course I used my favorite and very first SU set: Lovely as a Tree. Yep, it didn't retire this year either. I just love it.

The leaves in the background are stamped in Sahara Sand, Certainly Celery, Old Olive, Always Artichoke, Choc. Chip.

Cardstock: Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Natural Vanilla color.

Yarn, unknown

Once again, inspired by Joanne Gelnar. Give credit where credit is due. What a fun project.

Using your round scallop punch, punch out 5. Punch a hole thru the middle. Now one at a time, wet each scallop circle, both sides and take out your frustrations on it by wadding it up. Actually one girl in class called it an old fashioned "Spit" ball. Now I surely don't remember making one of those as a young girl.

Open up each flower petal. Insert brad thru and thread each layer on. Bend brad back flat. Now re squish the flower and then open up to suit you. Let dry or with a little help from the heat gun we moved on. The white is textured with SU texture plates of your choice.

Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, W.White, Cottage designer paper.

Sets: Leave from Petal Pizzaz, words of your choice.

Sizes for paper: Designer paper: 1 5/8 x 4 1/8

Rich Razzleberry to back it: 2 3/8 x 4 1/4

Accessories: Brad, water, scallop border punch, texture plates

Who doesn't like a Red, White and Blue card

July 4 is not far away. Celebrate with some easy cards. This has been the favorite. This was made by dragging a Real Red pad across using the edge of the pad, along with Brilliant Blue for a Patriotic Card.

Want to join me to make some of these cards to send to the troops. I think I have someone that can take them.

Planning a scrap night 6/24. check back for more details.

http://calendar.yahoo.com/jlowder1@bellsouth.net

Stampin Up retired markers for sale

Trying to clean house. WOW I have a lot of retired items for sale. I have some new retired Stampin Up markers in good condition. I've tested both ends and they are all good and juicy.

If interested, let me know. $2.00 per marker plus postage. Probably mail in a mailer for little postage.

I have the following colors: Forest Foliage, Rose Romance, Marvelous Magenta, Positively Pink, Baroque Burgundy, Eggplant Envy. Take all 6 for only $1.75 each = $10.50.

Come back soon as I'll be adding other items. I'll be posting some ink refills shortly as well, never opened.

The New Stampin Up catalog will be here soon. Placing my order this next week. If you'd like one, cost is $5 plus postage. If interested, please contact me, Joan Lowder.

HELLO card

Hello by Mary Jo Albright

How cute and simple and what great inspiration for a scrapbook page. The ribbon makes it.

Stamps
•Cheep Talk
Ink
•Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad
•Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad
•Bermuda Bay Stampin' Write marker
•Crushed Curry Stampin' Write marker
•Soft Suede Stampin' Write marker
Paper
•Bermuda Bay card stock
•Old Olive card stock
•Soft Suede card stock
•Whisper White card stock
Accessories
•Rich Razzleberry 1/2" polka-dot grosgrain ribbon
•Stampin' Dimensionals
•Crystal Effects
•Sizzix Big Shot
•Join in the Cheer Sizzlits Decorative Strip die
•Backgrounds 1 Texturz Texture Plates
•Staples

"Cheers to you" card

June is a great month to say Cheers to lots of folks. Father's day is coming up and dad just might need a little cheer. Think of all the fun drinks and beverages that could be served in the glasses in this set.


Cheers Card by Diana Gibbs is just too cute. I know several of you have purchased this set and I love this card. Thought I'd share.

Stamps
•Cheers to You
Ink
•Bashful Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
•Going Gray Classic Stampin' Pad
•Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
•Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
•So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pad
•Jet Black StazOn pad
•White uni-ball Signo gel pen
Paper
•Real Red card stock
•So Saffron card stock
•Basic Black textured card stock
•Jackpot Designer Series paper
•Watercolor paper
Accessories
•Stampin' Dimensionals
•Blender pens
•Sizzix Big Shot
•Join in the Cheer Sizzlits Decorative Strip die

Note: To create the "S", trim the swirl on the "&" and turn it over.

New punch designs are coming with the new catalog

Starting with the new 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog and continuing with all new punch designs going forward, Stampin' Up! has adopted a new body style for our punches!

I must say that I really like the design as it locks down so it's not so junky. Great storage solution. You'll want to check them out. Remember some are already in the new mini catty so consider trying one. Call me if you want to try one, Joan Lowder, 336-764-3546.

A few features of the new punch style:

•Low-profile, rectangular punch body allows for easier stacking and storing
•Punches lock shut for easier storage and transport
•Dual labels on top and end allow for easy identification and selection when stored
•Available in three sizes: small, medium, and extra-large

•New punches allow for larger punched images and more intricate designs while providing greater ease of use.

◦Extra -large punch images also allow for two-step designs like the Two-Step Bird punch in the Occasions Mini Catalog

•Corner punches allow you to punch a corner design along the inside edges of a page, not just corners

•larger, whole-hand handle design provides better leverage for easier use

•Available in an exclusive Stampin' Up! color
Part of Stampin' Up!'s commitment to providing demonstrators and customers with the very best crafting tools includes the belief in what we call continuous improvement. Essentially what this means is that even if something works very well, but we see a chance to improve it, we will work to make it even better. While new punch designs will be in the new body style, existing designs will remain in the existing body style for now. We will communicate any further changes as those decisions are made.

Say goodbye to the accessories also.

Best to see the list of accessories on line I think. Site listed below.

I have this and this little bag is so cute and easy to make. Get 2 from a 12 x 12 sheet of designer paper.

http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ItemList.aspx?categoryID=754

It's time to say "Goodbye..... stamps I love"

one last chance ........Last-Chance Stamps! June 1-30, 2010

Dozens of stamp sets from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog are retiring, and June 1-30 is your last chance to get your favorites. Check the list below, then contact me to place your order before this last chance is over!

Don’t wait til they are gone. Call me, Joan Lowder, now to place your order, 336-764-3546 or go online and place your order now. www.joanlowder.stampinup.net
Updated: 6/1/10
one last chance

Last-Chance Stamps!
June 1-30
Dozens of stamp sets from the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog are retiring, and June 1-30, 2010 is your last chance to get your favorites. Check the list below, then contact me to place your order before this last chance is over!

Don’t wait til they are gone. Call me, Joan Lowder, now to place your order, 336-764-3546 or go online and place your order now. www.joanlowder.stampinup.net
Updated: 6/1/10

Page Item Number Item Price # Item Price
24 111766 Halloween Frights $15.95
24 113244 Scary Skeleton $13.95
24 111698 Tasty Sweet $19.95
25 111764 Eat, Drink & Be Scary $18.95
25 113264 All Hallow's Eve $17.95
30 111694 Spotlight on Christmas $22.95
30 111708 Two Cool Dudes $21.95
31 111558 A Holly, Jolly Christmas $26.95
36 110370 Holy Triptych $32.95
39 111778 Season of Simple Grace $25.95
42 111688 Shellebrate $18.95
42 114369 Yipee Kiyay Holiday $19.95
44 114982 Holiday Blitz $38.95
45 111758 A Happy Heart $22.95
45 115344 Whoo's Your Valentine? $19.95
45 111716 You & Moi $12.95
46 113822 Eight Great Greetings $27.95
49 115100 Together Forever $22.95
50 113401 Ever After $22.95
50 113411 Special Blessing $19.95
52 114946 Close As a Memory $20.95
53 113194 A Kind Word $21.95
53 115056 Refuge and Strength $23.95
55 111652 Humor in High Heels $26.95
57 115102 Voilà $25.95
57 115104 Voilà to Go $17.95
59 111534 Owl Together Now $29.95
62 113395 Animal Crackers $19.95
64 111602 Best Wishes & More $26.95
65 113622 Enjoy Every Moment $31.95
66 113433 Welcome Home $20.95
68 114934 Bitty Birthday $12.95
70 111586 It's a Stretch $23.95
72 113270 Hoppy for You $23.95
74 116718 Pirate Time $16.95
74 115524 Captain $9.95
75 115525 Princess $9.95
75 116720 Princess Time $16.95
76 113506 Nursery Necessities $31.95
77 113682 Cute & Cuddly $26.95
78 115002 Just Baseball $13.95
78 115006 Just Football $13.95
78 115072 Sporting $18.95
79 115004 Just Basketball $13.95
79 115008 Just Riding $13.95
79 115010 Just Soccer $13.95
79 115012 Just Surfing $13.95
79 115014 Just Tennis $13.95
83 111660 Just Jawing $25.95
86 115211 Crazy Cool $21.95
87 115205 Made 2 Last $25.95
98 111490 Bloomin' Beautiful $25.95
99 111560 A Rose Is a Rose $37.95
101 111600 Bella's Bloom $12.95
102 115074 Spring Song $15.95
104 111628 Eastern Influences $18.95
104 114958 Embrace Life $25.95
105 113266 Bird on a Branch $18.95
106 113618 A Beautiful Thing $20.95
109 113502 Garden Whimsy $26.95
110 113232 Le Jardin Botanique $25.95
112 113740 Good Friend $28.95
116 116473 I Heart Lists $28.95
119 114389 Framed with Love $27.95
120 115020 Little Flowers $11.95
120 115078 Stem Sayings $20.95
121 113220 Game Night $20.95
121 113202 Card Games $19.95
122 110378 True Friend $22.95
122 115106 Wanted $23.95
123 114940 Boho Backgrounds $17.95
126 114445 Park Avenue Patterns $19.95
127 113776 Gallery $22.95
128 113706 Certified $27.95
128 111632 Four Square $14.95
128 111666 Only Ovals $22.95
129 113520 Totally Tabs $17.95
130 113624 One of a Kind $19.95
132 111622 Cute Cues $11.95
132 114996 Itty Bitty Backgrounds $14.95
132 115076 Sprinkles $14.95
133 111616 Classifieds $17.95
134 111608 Boho Blooms $17.95
134 111636 Gratuitous Graffiti $17.95
134 111658 It's a Plan $26.95
134 109258 Très Chic $17.95
138 115018 A Little Birthday Cheer $13.95
141 113746 Once Upon a Time $19.95
141 115108 Warm Words $21.95
142 115235 Happy Everything $18.95
143 115350 Let the Fun Begin $17.95
144 114942 Celebrate Everything $18.95
144 115092 Think Happy Thoughts $16.95
146 114443 Introducing $15.95
146 115046 Please Come $25.95
148 115034 Mark the Date $26.95
149 115086 Taffy Alphabet $43.95
149 115088 Taffy Numbers $24.95
151 114998 Jumbo Outline Alphabet $43.95
151 114383 Perfect Chemistry $21.95
152 115112 Wild West Alphabet $43.95
173 111696 Starring You $13.95
173 113786 Thankful Thinking $13.95
173 111714 Wow Flowers $12.95
208 115556 Merriment $6.95
208 115560 Simply Thanks $7.95
208 115566 Tag Tree $7.95
208 115558 Little Boo $6.95
209 115338 Very Thankful $14.95

Join me in the Stampin Up adventure

For me, 8/21/01, it's been a journey of meeting lots of new faces. I have some great memories of some great conventions. My first convention was one of the most fun things I've ever done. It's memorable. My first regional, I was hooked.

Get your catalog for FREE..... and so much more. Did you know there is a monthly magazine filled with great ideas and information. Well the time is now to jump in and get your own supplies for 20% discount. Depending on your circumstances, you may also be able to write off several things as business expenses which will help you on your taxes. Uncle Sam wants you to succeed. Be sure to check out all the things you will get in this $99 starter kit. So what if it's an item you already have, there are ways to swap it out. Sign up from now til June 30, 2010

http://www.stampinup.com/us/enu/18241.asp

$99 Starter Kit Promotion
Whether you just love to craft, or you want to grow a successful, thriving business, Stampin' Up! is a great opportunity for you. And from June 1-30, 2010, you can start your own Stampin' Up! business for just $99 with the special Mini Starter Kit!

The Mini Starter Kit--valued at over $180--contains the items listed below; while all items are recommended, you can substitute a like item of equal or lesser value.

•Watercolor Trio stamp set (wood-mount)
•I {Heart} Hearts stamp set (clear-mount)
•Clear-Mount Block C
•Homemade single stamp*
•Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
•Brights Collection assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")*
•Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad
•Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad*
•Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad
•Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin' Pad
•Basic Black 1/8" taffeta ribbon*
•Color Coach*
•SNAIL Adhesive
*Sneak peek items!

The Mini Starter Kit also includes the same business supplies that are in the standard Starter Kit (please note: no alternative selections can be made for business items). Contents are listed below:

•Getting Started DVD
•Getting Started Guide
•Guest Invitation Postcards (100)
•2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog (8)*
•Summer Mini Catalog (8)
•To My Hostess Envelopes (10)
•Recruit Folders (5)
•Recruit Brochures (20)
•Hostess Brochures (20)
*New demonstrator who join Stampin' Up! in June, you will receive a free box of 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalogs during the first part of July.


http://www.stampinup.com/ for more information.

Stampin Up new 2010 catalog.... have you ordered yours?

I'm placing my order for catalogs next week, 6/10/10. If you would like one, please be sure to send me a check for $5. I'll hold the checks for one deposit. Should you decide to sign up for club, I'll give you a $5 credit on your first order.

I'm told the catalogs will arrive by 7/1 but not guaranteed.

Mail your check to: Joan Lowder, 196 Ju Lenor Drive, W-S, NC 27107 Be sure to write catalog in memo line.

Stampin Up items for sale

Come back later and I might have pictures of the items. For now you might want to jump on board and become a follower so you'll know when I post more items. If it needs to be shipped it will be based on number of items and weight agreed upon by both. Paypal payment.

If you have a question, please contact me, Joan Lowder, 336-764-3546, jlowder1@bellsouth.net
Please mention "Stampin Up items for sale" in subject line of your email.

Sold to first emails requesting an item. If you don't get a confirmation that I received your email, check back.

Time to clean house. Some of these are new and some lightly loved.

Cute Critters $7
Happy Harmony $10
God's Beauty $12 (this is the set we used when doing the faux silk card)
Delight in Life $8
Suitable for Framing $10
A Year in the Country $14
Very Punny $8
Little Layers $14
Spring Party $14
Gently Falling $7
Alpha Shadows $5
Love without end $15
Window Dressing $18
Snappy Starts $12 Great for scrapbooking
Fresh Flowers $15
Letter Patterns $10
Trimtastic $10
Posey & Bee $12
Well Worn Words $13 Background stamp
Flutterbys $15
Frames & Flourishes $15 Great for scrapbooking
Stampin Pastels (Chalks) $16 Set of 35 chalks

I will be posting more and may just add to this list so you'll need to check back