WOW! Christmas Cards - Class Added

Ok, I caved.
I've added another class for these awesome cards!

Actually it's been on my calendar for a few weeks, but umm, well, I've been so swamped, I forgot to advertise it in my newsletter.
Yeah, I know, bad demonstrator!

Anywho - this class is taking place tomorrow (Tuesday, December 4th from 10 am - 3 pm)
It's $40 for 10 over the top - absolutely WOW Christmas cards and includes all your supplies, tasty treats AND a special bonus for all orders placed in the class.

I'm doing all the prep work today, so if you want to join us tomorrow, just shoot me an e-mail at stampwithrobin@yahoo.com and let me know. It'll be a cinch to add you to the fun!

Happy Stampin'!
~~Robin

FREE Digital Download Today!

FREE!!
Did someone say FREE??
Yep - head over to my Online Store and grab your FREE Digital Download!
Because even if you've been naughty, you still deserve something nice. :)
Here's the link to my website: http://www.robinstamps4u.stampinup.net
Just click on the SHOP NOW button at the top right corner to enter the store.
You can enter the Item Number in the Search Box and add it to your Cart - easy peasy!

#132810 - For You From Us Designer Template - FREE!!

Here are the other awesome downloads that were released today:

#132793 - Jingle and Joy Kit - $11.95

#132811 - To You From Me Designer Template - $3.95

Here's the one I HAD to have - really, how COOL is this?!!

#132683 - Reindeer Games Designer Template - $3.95

Can't you just see this hanging over your mantlepiece this Christmas??
Too FUN!

This last download is such a fantastic idea - you can use the Ornament Keepsake Framelits to cut out the ornament on the front, so it's a card AND an ornament!

#132794 - Ornamental Christmas Postcard Template - $2.95

AND just in case you hadn't noticed - the FULL My Digital Studio 2+ Program is on SALE for 50% off until tomorrow!
Just $39.98 for the entire MDS2+ program and over $500 worth of included downloads!
It's such a great deal - but you need to get it by tomorrow for the Sale price. Don't miss it, really!
Here's a link to view all the included content: http://204.228.150.61/MDSnet/MDS_2+_Software.pdf
The Item Number is #130646 and you can order it and download it right now!
See, you can make your Reindeer Head in no time!

Happy Digital Designing!
~~Robin

Happy Holidays from my Talented Team!

A couple of weekends ago, we had our team holiday get together here in the studio.
It was such a fun time for me and for my stampin' team members that could be there - and we surely missed the ones who couldn't attend!

One of the cool things we did was a handmade gift exchange. They didn't have to participate, but the ones who did were very glad they did especially when they saw the awesome projects everyone created!
Here are photos of them all:

Framed Dry Erase Board - by Robin Merriman

Fun Fold Gift Card Holder - by Debbie Coleby

Snow Much Fun Frame - by Cathy Pendley

Framed Button Tree - by Kelley Dionne

Sparkling Christmas Wall Art - by Lynn Embrey

Framed Christmas Story Subway Art - by Michelle Suit

Homemade Sugar Scrub and matching card - by Shannon Angel

L to R Front: Sharon M., Lynn E., Debbie C., Shannon A., Michelle S. L to R Back: Kelley D., Me!, Cathy P., Stephanie F.

Here are the lovely ladies on my team who were able to meet for our party - love these ladies and I'm very blessed to have them as part of my SU! family!

Enjoy the projects today and remember to enjoy the next few days as we give thanks for all the blessings in our lives. :)

~~Robin

A Case for Tulle - and Happy Mail!

I love it when I check my mailbox and get "happy mail"!

You know, an unexpected card from a friend - especially my stampin' friends.
Well, last month, I got a gorgeous card from my friend Linda Bartolucci and it was so lovely, I had to make my own version of it.
I even used my version for my stamp camps in October and my stampers loved it!
Here, take a look:

 

Linda's card used the Crumb Cake Tulle on a rolled flower on one of the Sticky Rounds.
I decided to go in a different direction and used the Crumb Cake Tulle in four layers. They were cut out with the Fun Flowers Die on my Big Shot, then melted a bit around the edges with my Heat Tool.
I added two other layers one with the First Edition DSP and another with the Champagne Glimmer Paper that was punched with the 1 1/4" Scallop Circle Punch. It's finished off with an Antique Brad.

The card base is Crumb Cake cardstock and has two layers - Early Espresso Co'redinations cardstock (embossed with the Fancy Fan Embossing Folder) and Summer Starfruit DSP from the Comfort Cafe pack. I tore the edges across the bottom and sponged them with Crumb Cake ink.
A ribbon tie of Summer Starfruit Stitched Satin was added for a final accent and the greeting from Delightful Dozen was stamped in Early Espresso across the bottom.

I love how this card turned out and was so appreciative of the sweet card Linda sent me that got me inspired!

Have you sent "happy mail" to someone lately?
Well, it's the perfect week to do it - it's Thanksgiving! And what better way to show you're thankful for your loved ones than to send them a handmade card.
Go on, just do it!

Have a wonderful day everyone!
~~Robin

National Blades Meets My Digital Studio

As a self-professed computer dummy, I think this 8" x 8" page I made in the My Digital Studio program looks pretty good.
What do YOU think??

Actually, the program did all the work here, all I did was move things around a bit, add the photo and the journaling and hit "save".

Which is what I LOVE about My Digital Studio (MDS)!
I've made a bunch of stuff with this program and it all turned out so beautifully - for once the computer makes me look GOOD! LOL!

Listen, I paid $79.95 for my copy of MDS. I bought the de-lux version called MDS2+ when it was introduced and I really, really, really do use it. AND like it.

Right now, and for the next 8 days - it's HALF-PRICE!! Just $39.98. Yep. That's what I call a DEAL and a half!
Here's a little chart to 'splain the content to you a little better:

Click the chart to visit my website and purchase your copy of MDS2+. Once you're on the website, click the SHOP NOW button on the top right to enter my Online Store - easy peasy!

It doesn't even mention all the pre-designed templates and projects that come with this program - and to me, that's the BEST part!
I don't even have to think about it to make something pretty!

Want to know more?? Ok, cool. Message me on Facebook (Robin Merriman) or e-mail me at stampwithrobin@yahoo.com and we can chat.
You're really gonna love this program.
I promise!

xoxo,
~~Robin

It's Coming - HUGE Online Sale!

Woot! Woot!!
Mark your calendars. Set a reminder on your phone. Tie a string around your finger!!!
Do whatever YOU need to do to remember -
But DON'T MISS THIS SALE!!

Beginning Monday, November 19th with 

3 AWESOME DOORBUSTERS 

(midnight to midnight 24 hours ONLY):

Page	Item	Description	Retail Price	24-Hour Sale Price
181	125586	Simply Scored Diagonal Plate	$11.95	$9.56
186	113439	Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine	$99.95	$79.96
186	113474	Big Shot Doctor's Bag	$69.95	$55.96

That's $20.00 off the BIG SHOT - you know, the one we NEVER put on SALE!!! 
WOW!

Final Day Specials on Wednesday, November 28th

(midnight to midnight 24 hours ONLY):

Page	Item	Description	Retail Price	24-Hour Sale Price
7	118941	Clear Block Bundle (Blocks A-I)	$66.95	$53.56
7	120279	Clear Block Storage Caddy	$16.95	$13.56
175	109127	Stack & Store Caddy	$34.95	$27.96

Ummm......The Clear Block Bundle is an AMAZING DEAL! It's a savings of $25.64 off the retail price of $79.20 when the blocks are purchased individually!

Do you REALLY want to miss out on that??

And that's not all!

Here's a link to a listing of ALL the deals and steals during the Extravaganza Sale!:

 http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/Online_X_flyer_US.pdf

There are special Product Bundles at discounted prices - only available during this sale!
Punches on Sale! Embellishments on Sale! Stamp Sets on Sale! Paper on Sale!!
AND
the new My Digital Studio (MDS2+) will be 50% off! Just $39.98 - OH Man! That's a deal!!

I'm so excited about this sale!
It's a fantastic opportunity to stock up on some great TOOLS and pick up some creative elements at super prices!
These will make great stocking stuffers for any crafter on your list or maybe, these will be your Christmas Gift to YOU! :)

Visit my Website and log into the Online Store to place your orders! Here's the link:

Robin's Online Stampin' Store

Once you are on my HomePage, click on the SHOP NOW Button at the top right corner to enter the STORE and place your orders!

WooHoo!!!

Sale ON!

~~Robin

Vintage Gift Tags Set

For my Trinity Design Stampers Team meeting in October I wanted to create a project that my downline members could make and take back to their clients for a fun and easy class.

That's part of what I do each month for my team: share duplicatable project ideas, give business tips and training, give recognition to my high acheivers and my special standouts and most of all, provide a fun-filled atmosphere for each demonstrator on my team. Doesn't matter if they do Stampin' Up! for a hobby to get the discount, or if they are a business builder - I LOVE my team and LOVE having them gather in my home each month!

Here's a photo of the Vintage Gift Tags Set we made together in October:

These tags were created with just a few supplies: Joyous Celebrations stamp set; Daydream Medallion stamp set; the Apothecary Accents Framelits Dies and the Big Shot; the Festival of Prints Designer Series Paper Stack; Champagne Glass Glitter; cardstock and a variety of ribbon.
(If you are on my mailing list, I'll be offering this as a class in December with Kits available too!)

The gift tags were cut out of Very Vanilla cardstock and after decorating, they were placed in an envelope made with Vellum Cardstock and tied up with a Cherry Cobbler Tulle Bow.

I also created a stamped postcard insert for the back of the envelope so you could easily gift this cute set of tags. Here's a close up of that:

These would make a sweet and thoughtful gift for a co-worker, secret sister or your child's teacher. So super easy and fun to create!

My team really enjoyed this project too and that made my heart happy!

Did you know that until December 16th, you can join my fantastic team of Stampin' Up! demonstrators and get 10 FREE Ink Pads just for signing up?
Yep, that's a scrumptious deal - when I signed up over 7 years ago, I got a set of ink pads FREE too and I was doin' the happy dance.

One thing though, my starter kit cost way more than the $99 yours will cost - and you know what? You get to customize yours - completely!
And here's an even more exciting part:

Ready?
Really?
Ok -

When you sign up now, you will get to place your first order as a demonstrator from the NEW Spring Catalog that opens up to Demonstrators ONLY on December 1st!
You'll get your one time 30% discount AND be eligible for Sale-A-Bration freebies too - One MONTH before anyone else!!

So, um, hey - whatcha waitin' for?
Check out the demonstrator info on my website under the JOIN THE FUN tab at the top right corner. Here's the web link:
Robin's Stampin' Up! Website

You can sign up right there online any time 24/7. And if you have questions, just e-mail me: stampwithrobin@yahoo.com

I provide support for demonstrators in several states in many ways. You'll always have a team mate to connect with and you'll get timely updates, creative ideas and other perks as a member of my team.

So, go. Check it out - and try it out! You'll be thrilled that you did!

Happy Tuesday everyone!
~~Robin