Tart & Tangy Class---Super SWEET!

ONLY A FEW SPOTS REMAINING IN BOTH SESSIONS!!!!
Tuesday, April 29 from 6-8:30pm
Wednesday, April 30 from 10am-12:30pm
Here is a sneak peek of the super cute projects you will make with your very own Tart & Tangy stamp set that is included with your $25 class fee!

Make this fun gift card holder out of a small open end envelope. Great for any occasion!

This little box with 4 notecards and envelopes is simply adorable! Use coordinating Summer Picnic Designer Series Paper.... I have to warn you.... it is ADDICTING!

Your prepaid registration must be received by Saturday the 19th in order to attend. Contact me today to register!

CRUISE TO BERMUDA, 2008!

What a fantastic week we had on the Stampin' Up! Cruise to Bermuda! Gary, the boys and I had a wonderful time sailing the ocean blue! Here are a few pics from our vacation.

Getting to the cruise ship terminal was an adventure! Our flight from Grand Rapids MI was cancelled, and we didn't get into New York until 3:30.... and our ship set sail at 5:00! We were greeted at the airport by a SU! representative asking, "OLIVER FAMILY?" I knew that was not a normal thing from the previous trips we've been on with the company! We quickly found out we were the VERY LAST ONES to arrive, and they were worried that we wouldn't make it to the ship in time! Needless to say, HURRY was the name of the game! We had our own PRIVATE BUS for the 4 of us, and here is a pic from our trip to the ship.

Here's Gary and I on deck when we set sail! It was cold, but sunny, when we stook on deck, waiting to see the Statue of Liberty.

Here is a pic of our cruise ship, the MS Noordam. We were on the 7th floor with a private balcony! What a way to wake up every day.

Me with my 3 favorite men! This was formal night, and we were on our way in for dinner.... did I mention that we ate, and ate and ate.... all the time???? The food was so good (and not cooking makes EVERYTHING taste better!

Here is where we spent alot of time... at the lido pool! It's so nice and sunny in there, and the retractable roof kept the temperature perfect!

Here is a view from our balcony one morning! I swear the glory of God was shining through the clouds!
No, this photo was not retouched!!! This is how incredible the water was in Bermuda! Isn't the color glorious?!?
And now for some stamping stuff!!!!

Every night there were special little gifts in our room... and here are a few of them! Aren't we totally spoiled!!!!!

This was a fleece blanket with the SU! logo embroidered on it.... so snuggly!
Here is our 'cruise bag'. Each year we get a special bag to commemorate our trip! It was agreed by all that this one was fantastic! Made our trips to the beach a cinch! Isn't it awesome!

And the trip just wouldn't be complete without stamping!!! Here is the cute insulated bag we got, and our new stamp set coming out in August 2008!

Even Gary got a fantasic gift at the spouses' event. The watch has the SU! logo on it too! (I think he might find it missing soon!!!)

Ok, and lastly for tonight, here is a sneak peek of the upcoming IN COLORS for 2008-2009 and some of the new Designer Series Papers!

Ok, must get sleep! Thanks for looking and watch for more to come tomorrow!

How about those Rub-Ons!!!???!!

Have you been using your new rubons... the ones you got for free from Sale-A-Bration???

I know, it's so hard to take them out of the package and CUT them apart! They are so beautiful and perfect, aren't they?

But, when you can use them to turn ordinary things into artwork, who can resist!!!!

Use them on cardstock and patterned paper.....

On buttons......

Textured cardstock....

Glass......

Plastic and metal.....

Come on, get them out of the package! Once you start, I know you will be looking for more things to try them out on!

And don't forget, you can choose the Love & Happiness rubons for FREE with a $50 order from now until March 17, 2008. Don't miss out!!!!

How Did They Do That Sneak Peek

Here is another sneak peek of some of the projects you can make at my How Did They Do That class this month. This class with be offered monthly, with different projects featured each month. You will create three new and fun projects.
You will learn a new technique this month... faux silk (isn't this card beautiful!) A simple way to make a great focal point!

Cute as a button, isn't he!!!!

This card screamed for a cute little frog to be leaping out at you! Make this fun surprise pop up card, with hidden messages! It's sure to get a WOW every time!


Watch for the 3rd project to be posted soon!!!!
Pick a class time that works for you, and pick the class you want to do! Something new for this month! Classes YOU want WHEN you want!

Rub-A-Dub-Dub Sneak Peek!

Here is a sneak peek of the projects you will make at my Rub-A-Dub-Dub Class this month! This great little candy jar is perfect for an Easter treat! It's sure to brighten up any Easter basket (as well as the recipient!) M&M's are ALWAYS a welcome gift! You know me... the queen of chocolate treats!

This adorable card has NO STAMPING what-so-ever! Rubons are so much fun... and versatile! And, using the NEW die cut blooms from the Occasions Mini Collection will make you leave your scissors behind.... forget about cutting out flowers when these little babies are all done for you! Each package contains tons of flowers in 4 different colors! And they are made out of textured cardstock.... cool stuff!

Pick your choice of color for your bucket! Fill this great bucket with Easter treats or plant beautiful flowers and give as a gift to a special friend. You can even use it to store Stampin' Up! punches, and more!

Can't stand just seeing a sneak peek???? Then sign up for a class time that works for you and take the completed projects home with you! Cost for this class is only $17!!! And that includes a $5 gift certificate on an order of $30 or more at the class!

Your Class---When You Want It!

Coming to a class is always fun! And several people have found that coming every month gives them the creative outlet they need, and is a great way to learn new techniques and ideas!

But, since your schedule may not always coordinate with the date classes are offered, I am trying something new! A SMORGASBORD OF CLASSES!

You pick the date/time that works for you AND you get to choose the class you get to do from the classes offered for the month! Each class includes pop/water, chocolate and a $5 coupon for free product with an order of $30 or more at the class! ALSO: receive a $10 product gift certificate for each new class attendee that you refer to me!

March dates/times:

• Monday the 17 from 10am-12:30pm
• Tuesday the 18 from 6pm-8:30pm
• Wednesday the 26th from 6pm-8:30pm

CLASSES OFFERED FOR MARCH:

How Did They Do That?
Each How Did They Do That class will feature 3 new ideas—a fun fold, technique and accessory.
Each How Did They Do That class will be different each month.
Cost: $15

Kiss The Cook
Cooking will be more fun when you make recipes from this adorable recipe box! Decorate a beautiful tin, and make recipe cards to store your favorite dishes… complete with section dividers to keep them organized.
Great for a gift or for yourself.
Cost: $20

Rub-a-dub-dub
You will love our new rub-ons after using them on tin, glass and paper!
Cost: $17 includes a sheet of the A Perfect Day Rub-Ons from the Occasions Mini Collection

Set of the Month
Make 4 projects with the feature set of the month--Two Cute. This stamp set is included with your class fee.
RSVP’S and payment must be received 10 days prior to class date to receive your set at the class….. otherwise, you will receive the set when it comes in.
Cost: $25

CLASS SPECIFICS:

All classes are offered while supplies and spaces last. Please bring your own adhesive and scissors to each class. All classes are held at my home in Greenville MI.

Managers' Retreat 2008

Once again, I headed to the shore of Lake Michigan for our annual Stampin' Up! Managers' Retreat!

12 of us got together, and spent 2 days stamping and sharing ideas. It's always so inspiring to be with such amazing women! One bad thing... We forgot to get a group picture this year... Probably because of the FREEZING temperatures and RAIN! :( But, I did snap some pics of some of the great ideas that we shared.

This cute little box is made from vellum, and the top is held shut by an office clip! How coolis that!
Here are 4 cards w/ matching envelopes using the new Flower for All Seasons set! Don't you love designer series papers!
And this box is such a surprise... It houses a cool set of stationery and more!

See, I told you it was cool! WATCH FOR THIS TO BE A CLASS IN THE NEAR FUTURE!!!!
Want to see more ideas from the retreat??? Watch for more posts to come!