The FINAL Day of the Stamp Out Breast Cancer Campaign!

Today is the LAST DAY of the "Stamp Out Breast Cancer" Campaign! This means that it's the LAST DAY of Cards of Hope, the LAST DAY to submit your story, the LAST DAY to order the Card Kits for a Cure, the LAST DAY to help the site hit 3,000 views and the LAST DAY to place orders that support the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Foundation and orders that qualify for a FREE Pink Ribbon Sampler!

"On April 1, 2002 – April Fools Day — I discovered a lump on my right breast. However, this was not a joke. I went through the motions one goes through before the actual diagnosis: the biopsy, the waiting, and then the dreaded news, "You've got breast cancer!" As I prayed that evening, after I received the news that my life has forever been changed, I received these words, which became my mantra: "Your body has cancer, not your mind or spirit." Throughout the arduous journey I kept repeating this and trusting that God, who is a loving Father, would carry me through and for five years He has been there every step of the way.

I share my mantra with my breast cancer "sisters" and I pray that you will persevere on this journey and recognize God's grace.

annettem, 44

October 8, 2007"

Taken from www.breastcancer.org.

Do you have a story? Share your story by leaving a comment to this post. At the end of this campaign, I will select one story at random to receive a FREE "Ribbon of Hope" Stamp ($9.45 value). "Your" story can be your own personal story or a story of someone you know or once knew. Here's a look at the free stamp:

Here's a look at today's Card of Hope:

ALY'S HELPFUL HINTS:

• This card also allows the fabulous Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder to add some glitz and glamour! It was used on the Dotted Background – for more information on using Iridescent Ice EP, be sure to read yesterday's Helpful Hints!
• Crystal Effects is what allows this ribbon to "pop" so much, giving it a shinny lacquered look.
• Tying one ribbon around another is a fabulous way to finish off tag toppers for an "out of the box" look – here I mixed two very different ribbons, taffeta and polka dot grosgrain, and it works! Don't be afraid to mix and match.

WHAT TO ORDER:

Hope Happens Stamp Set (113722), Ribbon of Hope Stamp (115552), Whisper White Cardstock (100730), Pretty in Pink Cardstock (100459), Basic Black Classic Ink (101179), Regal Rose Cardstock (105130), Melon Mambo Textured Cardstock (115719), Pretty in Pink Taffeta Ribbon (109067), Melon Mambo Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon (115611), Pewter Jumbo Eyelets (108432), Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder (101930), Heat Tool (100005), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), VersaMark Pad (102283), Tag Corner Punch (107215), Scallop Edge Punch (112091), Crop-A-Dile (108362), and Crystal Effects (101055)

Here's how YOU can get involved in the "Stamp Out Breast Cancer!" Campaign:

CLICK HERE TO ORDER AND DONATE ONLINE 24/7!

Hope Happens Card Kit

1 Kit (6 Cards) $10.00 2 Kits (12 Cards) $20.00 3 Kits (18 Cards) $30.00 4 Kits (24 Cards) $40.00

Wings of Hope Card Kit for a Cure

1 Kit (6 Cards) $10.00 2 Kits (12 Cards) $20.00 3 Kits (18 Cards) $30.00 4 Kits (24 Cards) $40.00

Views since Oct. 26th at Noon EST: 1,198

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Stamp Out Breast Cancer Day #6!

"I learned that for some of us, our recovery will involve being helped by others, and for some it will involve helping others. Some won't want anybody to know, while others will show and describe all that we have been through. And no matter what, it is all okay. It's okay to be afraid, to cry, to yell, to laugh; it's all okay. It's been two years and I have never felt so blessed, loved, and believe it or not, lucky. It has taught me that it can always be worse and that there is always a blessing to be counted. I have found that there is a sisterhood out there and I am part of it. I am a part of this strong and wonderful group of women that I can count on and they can count on me too. I am so honored to be a part of this. I am blessed.

Lori, 45

Colorado

October 25, 2007"

Taken from www.breastcancer.org.

Do you have a story? Share your story by leaving a comment to this post. At the end of this campaign, I will select one story at random to receive a FREE "Ribbon of Hope" Stamp ($9.45 value). "Your" story can be your own personal story or a story of someone you know or once knew. Here's a look at the free stamp:

Here's a look at today's Card of Hope:

ALY'S HELPFUL HINTS:

• How is this card so wonderfully shimmery? With Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder, that's how! This fabulous must have is basically clear EP mixed with glitter. Use it like any other EP — stamp your image in VersaMark, sprinkle on the powder, and heat with a Heat Tool! Using this medium even allows the glitter to be more mess free, sticking in with the EP much more than if you used glue.
• To add Iridescent Ice EP to the butterfly and torn cardstock edge — simply use your VersaMark Inkpad as it's own stamp, directly pressing the pad to cardstock!
• A simple white border around the edge of the card allows the images to all pop a little more, with a color scheme like this, you need the white to brighten things up!

WHAT TO ORDER:

Hope Happens Stamp Set (113722), Baroque Motif Stamp Set (113490), Whisper White Cardstock (100730), Pretty in Pink Cardstock (100459), Basic Black Classic Ink (101179), Regal Rose Cardstock (105130), Rose Red Cardstock (102544), Groom Specialty Paper (116478), Basic Black Grosgrain Ribbon (115605), Clear Rhinestone Brads (113144), Vintage Brads 109109), Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder (101930), Heat Tool (100005), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), VersaMark Pad (102283), Mat Pack (105826), Paper Piercing Tool (116631), Stampin' Up! Sizzix Big Shot Die Cut Machine (113439), Stampin' Up! Lots of Tags Sizzlet 4-Pack (114508) and Stampin' Up! Beautiful Butterfiles Bigz Die (114507)

Here's how YOU can get involved in the "Stamp Out Breast Cancer!" Campaign:

CLICK HERE TO ORDER AND DONATE ONLINE 24/7!

Hope Happens Card Kit

1 Kit (6 Cards) $10.00 2 Kits (12 Cards) $20.00 3 Kits (18 Cards) $30.00 4 Kits (24 Cards) $40.00

Wings of Hope Card Kit for a Cure

1 Kit (6 Cards) $10.00 2 Kits (12 Cards) $20.00 3 Kits (18 Cards) $30.00 4 Kits (24 Cards) $40.00

Views since Oct. 26th at Noon EST: 1,053

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Stamp Out Breast Cancer Day #4!

"This is my story of hope. In 1984, I had a mastectomy (full) and also I was sterilised by radiation. I was put on Tamoxifen, which I stayed on for over 15 years, stopping only when I had bleeding problems. I came off it then but had a recurrence in 2005. I am 57 and still wonder what I will do when I grow up – I am planning now until I am 91 at least. Every day is a good day – tomorrow, who knows. It's not always easy but I am now on Arimidex and all is going well. I do take some herbs and try to watch my diet, eating a lot of fruit and vegetables and only a little dairy. I am a teacher working full time and we do a lot of fundraising for Tri To Beat Cancer here in Dublin. You just have to go for it. I hope my story gives hope to everyone. I have survived and I am traveling the world as much as I can. Love and prayers to all of you. God bless."

Bonnieandcleo, 57

Ireland

October 29, 2007

Taken from www.breastcancer.org.

Do you have a story? Share your story by leaving a comment to this post. At the end of this campaign, I will select one story at random to receive a FREE "Ribbon of Hope" Stamp ($9.45 value). "Your" story can be your own personal story or a story of someone you know or once knew. Here's a look at the free stamp:

Today's Card of Hope is also another Card Kit that's available for purchase starting now! This card kit has been designed so that you can use it for Breast Cancer Cards of Encouragement, or ANY encouragement card, not needing to be Breast Cancer specifically! My hope is that this will allow more of you to partcipate in this campaign, making donations to The American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Here's today's Card Kit for a Cure:

"Wings of Hope." Card Kit for a Cure Contents:

• 6 pieces of 4 1/4" x 11" Whiper White Cardstock
• 6 pieces of 5 1/4" x 4" Regal Rose Cardstock
• 6 pieces of 2 1/2" x 4 1/2" Basic Black Cardstock
• 6 Pieces of 2 3/8" x 4 1/4" Rose Red Cardstock
• 6 Pre-Punched Pretty in Pink Butterflies
• 6 Pre-Punched Cardstock Vellum Butterfiles
• 12 Clear Rhinestone
• 6 – 15" pieces of Rose Red Double Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon
• 6 "A Donation Has Been Made…" Cards
• 6 Whisper White Envelopes

What to Order to Complete the Card (Order Here and 10% of the order total will be donated to the cause!):

(You don't have to order anything extra from the "Hope Happens." Card Kit for a Cure!)

• 113722 Hope Happens Stamp Set
• 115052 Priceless Stamp Set
• 101179 Basic Black Classic Ink Pad
• 100425 2-Way Glue Pen
• 102023 Dazzling Diamonds Glitter

Purchase Wings of Hope Card Kit Here

1 Kit (6 Cards) $10.00 2 Kits (12 Cards) $20.00 3 Kits (18 Cards) $30.00 4 Kits (24 Cards) $40.00

Card Ministry Makes Wings of Hope Cards...

The Card Ministry at our Church also made up a bunch of these "Wings of Hope" cards for members of the congregation to use to send words of encouragement to people they know:

Here are some other ways that YOU can get involved in the "Stamp Out Breast Cancer!" Campaign:

CLICK HERE TO ORDER AND DONATE ONLINE 24/7!

Hope Happens Card Kit

1 Kit (6 Cards) $10.00 2 Kits (12 Cards) $20.00 3 Kits (18 Cards) $30.00 4 Kits (24 Cards) $40.00

Views since Oct. 27th at 9:30 am EST: 703

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Stamp Out Breast Cancer Day #2!

"I can give hope to cancer patients. I have survived breast cancer 6 times. I am going through my 7th diagnosis right now. My cancer is stable at present. I have been on Gemzar for 6 treatments. I have one left in two weeks. My cancer is a stage IV. But I have survived it so many times before I can do it again. I could not have made it without God, my family and friends. Also lots of prayer and a positive attitude. I have had 7 kinds of chemo. They are: 5-FU, Cytoxan, Adriamycin, Taxol, Navelbine, Xeloda, and Gemzar. I have had radiation 5 times. I have taken tamoxifen, Femara, Megase, and Aromasin. It all started in 1982 when I was 37. After that time I was cancer-free for 13 years. Then I had it 5 times in 5 years. Then I was cancer free for almost 7 years. The Lord has blessed me with a good outlook on life. I accept whatever this cancer outcome might be. I do get fearful at times. But I know the Lord has a plan for me. Whether here to tell my story and encourage others or in heaven so other people can tell my story for me. Thank you for this opportunity to tell my story."

Susan, 62

Graham, WA

October 31, 2007

Taken from www.breastcancer.org.

Do you have a story? Share your story by leaving a comment to this post. At the end of this campaign, I will select one story at random to receive a FREE "Ribbon of Hope" Stamp ($9.45 value). "Your" story can be your own personal story or a story of someone you know or once knew. Here's a look at the free stamp:

Every card that I share with you this week will use the "Hope Happens" Stamp Set – a wonderful greeting set not just for Breast Cancer, but for anyone in need of a little hope and encouragement. Here is today's Card of Hope:

ALY'S HELPFUL HINTS:

• Our printed window sheets make a beautiful butterfly layer – and when you pair it with the Big Shot Machine and Butterfly Die – it couldn't be faster and easier! The images are done and the shape is cut out with just a crank of the handle.
• Sprigs of Silver Cord and White Halfback Pearls finish off the butterfly by creating a stylish body and antena.
• The "Night and Day" Halloween DSP in the Holiday Mini Catalog is extremelly versatile! Here it takes on a dainty look – you would never have guessed that it was created with spook in mind!

WHAT TO ORDER:

Hope Happens Stamp Set (113722), Whisper White Cardstock (100730), Regal Rose Cardstock (105130), Basic Black Classic Ink (101179), Clearly Thanks Printed Window Sheets (115122), Pretties Kit (109114), Silver Brads (104336), Satin Ribbon (114616), Modern Label Punch (116630), Paper Piercer (116631), Mat Pack (105826), Mini Glue Dots (103683), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), Night & Day Specialty Paper (116768) and Silver Elastic Cord (109866).

Here's how YOU can get involved in the "Stamp Out Breast Cancer!" Campaign:

CLICK HERE TO ORDER AND DONATE ONLINE 24/7!

Hope Happens Card Kit

1 Kit (6 Cards) $10.00 2 Kits (12 Cards) $20.00 3 Kits (18 Cards) $30.00 4 Kits (24 Cards) $40.00

Views since Oct. 26th at Noon EST: 312

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The Stamp Out Breast Cancer Campaign Begins!

I'm so glad you've joined us for Aly Stamps' Stamp Out Breast Cancer Campaign! Starting today, you will find daily samples of hope, special card kit offers, giveaways and more!

My goal during this campaign is to raise enough funds to donate $100 to The American Cancer's Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.
 

How can you help? There are a couple of different ways!

• Place an order at my Online Store! From October 25th – 31st, 10% of all orders placed through my online store will be donated to The American Cancer Society's Making Stides Against Breast Cancer foundation. To place an order, all you have to do is click the "Order Online!" Button in the upper right hand corner and then click "Shop Now!" on the next page that will pop up. There is no minimum order requirement – every little bit helps!
• Order a Stamp Out Breast Cancer Card Kit! There are two different exclusive Card Kits that will be offered this week and this week only. The first is posted below and the second will be posted on Wednesday, so check back frequently! For each Card Kit that you purchase, $4 will be donated to The American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer foundation – that's 40% of the purchase that's being donated back!
• Encourage your friends, family and co-workers to come to this website! If my blog receives 3,000 hits during this campaign (from October 25th – 31st) — I will DOUBLE what has come in in fund raising!

There's something in it for you! For those who support the Stamp Out Breast Cancer campaign with a higher priced order, I have a special thank you gift!

Place an order totaling $50 or more:

• You'll get wonderful, quality Stampin' Up! Products that let's face it, we all "need"!
• $5 or more (10% of $50 or more) will be donated to a good cause – The American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
• As a special thank you, you'll receive a FREE ribbon sampler containing 2 yards of each of Stampin' Up!'s 7 pink ribbons!
  • This ribbon sampler's value is $10.10!
  • If you purchased a full roll of each of the ribbons it would cost you $51.65!
  • This offer is a super bargin!

*You do not HAVE to spend $50 for 10% to be donated. ANY order amount will have 10% of it's priced donated, this is just a "perk" level.

Look at all of the ribbon 14 yards is!

Of course, I won't send it to you like that, it will be all neatly packaged so you can use it with ease:

Today's Ribbon of Hope Inspiration Sample is also a card kit that is available for purchase! Here's a look at today's Card & Card Kit for a Cure!

"hope happens." Card Kit for a Cure Contents:

• 6 pieces of 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" Basic Black Cardstock
• 6 pieces of 5 1/4" x 4" Whisper White Cardstock
• 6 pieces of 5 1/4" x 4" Pretty in Pink Cardstock
• 6 Pieces of 4" x 3" Melon Mamo Patterns DSP
• 6 Pre-Punched 1 3/4" Whisper White Circles
• 6 Pre-Cut 2" Basic Black Circles
• 6 – 12" pieces of Regal Rose 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon
• 6 "A Donation Has Been Made…" Cards
• 6 Whisper White Envelopes

What to Order to Complete the Card (Order Here and 10% of the order total will be donated to the cause!):

• 115552 Ribbon of Hope Stamp
• 113722 Hope Happens Stamp Set
• 115052 Priceless Stamp Set
• 101179 Basic Black Classic Ink Pad
• 101301 Pretty in Pink Classic Ink Pad
• 100425 2-Way Glue Pen
• 102023 Dazzling Diamonds Glitter

Who could you send these cards to after you've made them?

• Any one you know who is fighting the battle of Breast Cancer
• Any one you know who HAS fought the battle of Breast Cancer
• Any one you know who has a loved one that has fought or is fighting the battle of Breast Cancer
• Any one you know who has lost a loved one to Breast Cancer

Not sure if you know anyone that Breast Cancer has affected? Think Again.

• Excluding cancers of the skin, breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among U.S. women, accounting for more than 1 in 4 cancers.
• Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer.
• One out of eight American women who live to be 85 years of age will develop breast cancer, a risk that was one out of 14 in 1960.
• 2.4 million women living in the U.S. have been diagnosed with and treated for breast cancer.
• An estimated 40,610 breast cancer deaths are anticipated this year (40,170 women, 440 men).

"A Donation has been made in your honor…"
Because 40% of the sales from each card kit are donated to the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, each card sent holds a donation value. To let people who you're sending these cards to know that you are contributing to the search for a cure, each card kit includes 6 "A Donation has been made in your honor…" inserts. You can choose to send these with the card or to leave them out, the choice is entirely yours.

Card Ministry Makes Hope Happens Cards…

Last week, the Card Ministry at our church made up a bunch of these "Hope Happens" Cards. The cards were put out in the church's lobby for members of the congregation to take and send to those they know who could use a little hope:

In Summary, here's how YOU can get involved in the "Stamp Out Breast Cancer!" Campaign:

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