Kelly Slattery - Kids, Motherhood and other stuff

Christmas Countdown

My Christmas Countdown newsletter is scheduled to go out tomorrow morning.

It's exclusive to my newsletter subscribers, so if you'd like to receive weekly inspiration during the lead up to Christmas be sure to sign up for my newsletter ------------------------------------>>>>>>>>>

Another way I'm helping you to kick start the countdown to Christmas is by holding a Christmas Card Buffet on World Card Making Day this coming Saturday, October 3rd.

You can find out more here.

Spaces are still available & I'd love to see you there.

Angels - Scrapbook Layout

Here's a layout using some of the Bella Rose Designer Series Papers.

This layout was inspired by Ali Russell's work - gorgeous stuff.

I've used the white board that comes with each pack of DSP to create the frame around my photos.

The flower was made using the scallop circle punch, along with the 5 petal flower punch - pretty cute isn't it!

I'm getting great use out of my School Book Serif alphas that I got in my stater kit when  joined Stampin' Up! love how I can customise my titles to match with just a simple outline around each letter! And the font is an absolute classic - love it!

If you would like to know how to make this cute flower leave a comment & I'll create a tutorial.

Less Than One Week Left

We're heading into the last days of September, which means that the Exclusive Ribbon Bundle is coming to and end.

There is a generous amount of ribbon in  this bundle & it is quite lovely.

We'll be using some in next week's Stamp-A-Stack

The owner of Raven's preschool had a baby this month & I was lucky enough to have some of this gorgeous ribbon to use on her card.

Don't miss out, place your order today - use the on-line order form & save on shipping.

Earn Some Cash For Christmas

Do you need some extra cash for the Christmas Season?

Now is a great time to start your own Stampin' Up! business & make some money in time for Christmas.

You can generate income in a number of ways:

• direct sales
• workshops
• classes
• selling finished product

Stampin' Up! is very flexible - you get to choose your hours, you get to choose your projects - you even get to choose what goes in your starter kit. Find out more about joining my team here

If you would like to find out more about becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator I'd love to hear from you. You can call me on (09) 265 0555 or email me at kellystamps

Upcoming Classes

I read somewhere today that there's only 13 weeks til Christmas - can you believe it!!

This year I am getting organised & with my classes I'll be helping you get organised too.

Starting in October we'll be getting a jump on Christmas.

In addition to classes I have a 12 Weeks Of Christmas Tutorial series which is available exclusively to my newsletter subscribers, if you would like to receive these tutorials please sign up for the newsletter ---------------------------------------->>>>

Here's what we have lined up for October:

• Stamp-A-Stack -Christmas & All Occasions
• World Card Making Day - Christmas Card Buffet
• Mini Album (makes a great gift)
• Boxed Set of Christmas Cards
• Gift Boxes

November's Line Up:

• Christmas Canvas
• Boxed Stationery Set
• Christmas Gift Tags

December's Line Up:

• Last Minute Voucher/Cash Holders
• Last Minute Treats

You can download a copy of October's Classes here

Be sure to book in early by emailing or phoning on (09) 265 0555

I look forward to seeing you in class!

World Card Making Day

October traditionally starts the busiest card-making time of the year & in recognition of this Paper Crafts Magazine established World Card Making Day.

The first WCMD was held on October 7th 2006 & was aimed at the Paper Crafts Magazine audience only, however it received an overwhelmingly positive response & gained world wide popularity and the holiday (National Card Making Day) became known as World Card Making Day from then on.

World Card Making Day is celebrated on the first Saturday in October &  is a day for all card makers to unite & celebrate the creativity that is at the heart of card making.

To celebrate World Card Making Day I am hosting a Christmas Card Buffet.

I have been busy preparing for the day & creating samples, you get to pick & choose which cards you want to make.

Here's a sneak peek at some of the cards I've got lined up for the event:

 

I hope you can join me on Saturday October 3rd - be sure to book in early - give me a call on (09) 265 055 or email me to reserve your spot.

Stampin' Up! Marker Club

The Stampin' Write Markers are simply fabulous and are such a great addition to my stamping supplies that I thought I would create a marker club to enable you to get the cool box that comes with the full set. (the case is only available when the whole set of markers is purchased)
 

Each marker is dual ended - one end has a fine tip for writing & the other end is a brush tip for wider applications, like colouring stamps.

The Many Marvellous Markers set contains 48 markers from the 4 main colour families: Bold Brights, Earth Elements, Rich Regals & Soft Subtles & comes in a handy carry case, which has individual spaces for each marker & stores them horizontally to keep both tips inked evenly, prolonging their longevity.

So, here's the deal:

It works along the same lines as a Stamp Club - if you spend $350 you're entitled to the Hostess benefits.

The Marker Club requires 4 members
It will cost around $87.50 per month (plus shipping)
The Club will last 4 Months
Each member takes a turn receiving the Hostess Benefits (on a first come, first served basis)

The Hostess for the month will receive the Case
The Club will meet in my Studio each month for a Marker Tips night (if you live outside Auckland or can't make it to Club Night, you will receive a Monthly Marker Tips Sheet)

Each month club members will receive ONE colour family of markers & the hostess will receive the case, along with the other Hostess benefits, such as a free stamp set & $35 in merchandise.

Your order of $87.50 will be made up of $69.99 for the markers plus $17.51 worth of product of your choice, a great opportunity to purchase matching cards stock or ink pads.

Email me today to reserve your spot in the Marker Club.

August Stamp Club

We made some gorgeous cards at Stamp Club this month (on Monday night).

I like to let my hostesses choose what projects we make on their night of Hosting.

This month, with Father's Day just around the corner & Christmas quickly sneaking up on us, our hostess decided to choose a Father's Day Card & a Christmas Card.

So this is what we made:

For the Christmas Card, I chose to copy the Winter Post Card from page 33. My hostess has all the goodies for embossing so we heat embossed the postmark stamp for a wee refresher on how to use that technique.

I LOVE that my stamp clubs allow the hostess to choose her projects because it means that I'm teaching people to use what they've got - I get a huge sense of satisfaction from that - just another reason why I LOVE being a demonstrator :o)

My tea bag is a little larger than the one in the catalogue, but "work with what you've got" is one of my many mantras ;o)

I really do love this stamp set - makes me kind of wish our Christmas was in winter - but not really because I don't like the cold LOL

Well , it was windy & chilly enough today  to make the tea not seem completely preposterous.

A hot chocolate sachet would work just as well.

Supplies:

Fathers Day Card:

Stamps: Circle Circus (114375), Occassional Greetings (115932)

Ink: Basic Grey (109120), Kiwi Kiss (111835), Baja Breeze (111833)

A4 Card: Basic Grey (111859), Whisper White (106549), Kiwi Kiss (116204)

Accessories: Stampin' Write Marker (100082)

Winter Post Card:

Stamp Set: Winter Post (115902)

Ink: Chocolate Chip (100908), Baja Breeze (111833), VersaMark (102283)

A4 Card: Kraft (106554), Pacific Point (116202), Baja Breeze (116207), Whisper White (106549)

Accessories: Baja Breeze 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon (111375), Linen Thread (104199), Clear Embossing Powder (109130)

Tools: Paper Snips (103579), Scallop Edge Punch (112091)

If you would like to order any of these products you can you can phone me on (09 265 0555), email me direct, or use the online order form.

September Newsletter

My September Newsletter just went out, if you would like to receive a copy, you can sign up using the form to the right --->

This month there's some handy tips on how to get your stamps lined up perfectly as well as 7 different ways to use your ink pad :o)

Stampin' Up! September Special

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To place your order click to use the online order form or email me