May Card Kit of the Month!

Do you love having cards designed for you and all of the pieces cut and ready to go?  Then the Card Kit of the Month is for you!  The May Card Kit of the Month is now available! The deadline for placing orders is May 15th.  Here's a look at the 2 sample cards for this month.

You can purchase the May Card Kit of the Month Online Today – for more details Click Here!

If you're a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, you can purchase the Card Kit File Pack – for more details Click Here!

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Paris Nights Dinner Invitation

I shared my Regional SWAPS with you a few days ago — on to share one of the other things that's been taking up much of my stamping time! I'm putting on a "Paris Nights" Dinner for my gals who are attending Regionals, and wanted to send out an invitation to them all! Here it is!

I was SO HAPPY to have an excuse to purchase this stamp set, I had been loving it but had nothing to justify the purchase… now I'm using the heck out of it! This is what the invite looked like with the inserts…

ALY'S HELPFUL HINTS:

• I really wanted to rough up the edges of the Eiffel Tower cardstock piece, so I used the distressing tool from the Cutter Kit to do that – it goes so fast with that handy tool!
• I've been trying not to tie ribbon all the way around the card so much, and love this slot punch as an alternative way to use ribbon – it uses much less ribbon and looks great at the same time!
• This "Lattice" Die used on the background is my new *favorite* Stampin' Up! Exclusive Die — I'm wanting to pull it out for everything! I just love the subtle design that it creates – a little added interest!

WHAT TO ORDER:

Chic Boutique Stamp Set (113744), En Francis Background Stamp (109521), Sincere Salutations Stamp Set (115068), Real Red Cardstock (102482), Chocolate Chip Cardstock (102128), Chocolate Chip Classic Ink (100908), So Saffron Cardstock (105118), Chocolate Chip 1" Double Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon (111849), Elementary Ribbon Originals (116231), Horizontal Slot Punch (105089), Wide Oval Punch (112082), Corner Rounder (109047), White Embossing Powder (109132), Heat Tool (100005), Embossing Buddy (103083), Cutter Kit (106958), VersaMark Pad (102283), Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (113439) and Lattice Die (115958)

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

• TODAY is the last day to purchase the February Card Kit of the Month!! Here's a peak at the cards, to order and for more info  Click Here!

• To sign up for the "Let's Sale-A-Brate" Card Class! Click here for more details! – 5 Days Left to register!
  
• To sign up for the "For the LOVE of Scrapbooking" Class! Click here for more details! – This FRIDAY is the DEADLINE!!!!
  
• To contact me about registering for the Syracuse, NY Regional Seminar!! – 1TODAY IS THE DEADLINE!!!!!
  
• To Sign Up for our Spring Stamping Retreat Weekend!! Click Here for more details!
• To place your qualifying orders to earn FREE Stamp Sets, it's Sale-A-Bration!! Click Here for more details!

Don’t Forget to Sign Up for the Birthday Class!

Back in this post I announced my Birthday Card Class coming up on January 2nd! Complete details of this class have been posted on my Classes & Events Page here.

Well, today I'm going to share with you just one more of the five cards that you'll be completing at this class! Don't forget to sign up today! While the Registration Deadline isn't until December 27th, space is limited and we're almost SOLD OUT!

This class is being held in both Canandaigua, NY (10:00 am) and Rochester, NY (6:00 pm) — so you have TWO locations and times to choose from!

Because this is a class offering, I won't be including Aly's Helpful Hints Here, instead — you'll have to come to the class! But if you're unable to attend, here's a list of things to order so that you can complete the card at home…

WHAT TO ORDER:

Special Note: The "Perfect Setting" Die featured on this card is included in the 12 Days of Christmas Sale going on NOW through December 22nd!

On a Pedestal (113814), Chocolate Chip Cardstock (102128), Chocolate Chip Classic Ink (100908), Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker (100071), Regal Rose Cardstock (105130), Regal Rose Stampin' Write Marker (105108), So Saffron Classic Inkpad (105213), Bashful Blue Classic Inkpad (105209), Whisper White Cardstock (100730), So Saffron Patterns Designer Series Paper (112152), Bashful Blue Patterns Designer Series Paper (112151), Soft Subtles Brads (106954), Elementary Ribbon Originals (116231), Chocolate Chip 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon (111367), Bashful Blue 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon (109029), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430), Paper Piercing Tool (116631), Mat Pack (105826), Big Shot Die Cut Machine (113439), Perfect Setting Bigz XL Die (115961)

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Are you a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator? You can purchase a PDF File containing full colored photos and step by step instructions of this class for just $7. Click the "Buy Now" link below to do so!

Don't Forget!

• To order your discount Big Shot Dies and Vinyl Sheets – until December 22nd Only! Click here for the listing!
  
• To order your retiring stamp sets before their gone forever on January 4th – Click Here for the listing!
  
• To register for the Birthday Card Class – Click Here!
  
• To place your qualifying order for a FREE Decor Element – Click Here!

Thanksgiving at the Schilling Home!

I hope that everyone had a fabulous Thanksgiving! I had every intention of going "all out" with decorating for Thanksgiving in Stampin' Up! Style… only time slipped away from me more and more as we got closer to the day! But I did manage to add a few Stampin' Up! touches to the holiday in our home and thought I would share them with you.

The first is our table setting – I used the Table Setting XL Die to die cut the name card tents at each of the places:

Then the next thing I did was make up these little Recipe Card Holders for my mom and sister-in-law…

ALY'S HELPFUL HINTS:

• Yes! This recipe card holder was fully constructed with Stampin' Up! Products! The base of the holder is an altered Decor Block from the Holiday Mini, the wire "post" is a Hat Pin from the Pretties Kit and the clip that holds the Recipe Card in place is a 1/2" Library Clip!
• Our Decor Blocks have a wonderfully smooth surface that makes DSP application easy – for a "weathered" look like I was going for here, burnish the DSP to the Blocks with a Sanding Block. For a sleek look (not shown here) trim the edges closely with a Hobby Blade.
• I used a girlie mini drill (he-he) with a 1/16" Drill Bit to get the Hat Pin in the block – I applied Crystal Effects around the edges to help it hold.
• The leaf was cut out with the Wood Sheets that we carry in the catalog, the Leaf Bigz Die and Big Shot Machine. The beauty of the Big Shot? It is so heavy duty you can cut through just about anything! Refer to this post for a listing of other materials the Big Shot will cut through.
• I died the leaf with Markers and an Aqua Painter.
• Pop Up Glue Dots is what held all of the clip components at the top together.
• Pair this Recipe Card Holder with the "From the Kitchen Of" stamp set for a fabulous gift presentation! This wonderful stamp set is part of the Gift Giving Guide and just one of the items that can be used towards your FREE Decor Element through January 4th!

WHAT TO ORDER:

Decor Elements Decor Blocks (116829), Autumn Meadows Designer Series Paper (116769), From the Kitchen of Stamp Set (114964), Very Vanilla Cardstock (101650), Basic Brown Classic Ink (104315), Really Rust Stampin' Write Marker (100073), Creamy Caramel Stampin' Write Marker (100078), Taken with Teal Stampin' Write Marker (100068), Earth Elements Textured Cardstock (108697), Wood Sheets Texture Cuts (116309), Clips Assortment (112580), Pretties Kit (109114), Hemp Twine (100982), 3/4" Circle Punch (107217), Sanding Blocks (103301), Crystal Effects (101055), Pop Up Glue Dots (104183), Big Shot Die Cut Machine (113439) and Leaves #2 Die (113459)

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

• To take place your Online Holiday Extravaganza Order – select products up to 50% off! Click Here for more details, Click Here to place your order! – JUST ONE DAY LEFT!!!!
  
• To register for Aly's Stamping Christmas Party – Click Here! – JUST ONE DAY LEFT!!!!
• To schedule your Complementary Christmas Card Designing Appointment – Click Here!
• To place your qualifying order for a FREE Decor Element – Click Here!
• To order your December Card Kit of the Month – Click Here!

Aly’s Stamping Christmas Party – Last Chance!

You have just two days left to reserve your spot at Aly's Stamping Christmas Party!

My Stamping Christmas Party is a FREE Customer Appreciation Event coming up on Friday December 4th, Open House from 6 pm – 9 pm at my Stamping Studio in West Irondequoit, NY.

I've been sharing the projects that we'll be creating that evening, and it's time to share the final project – this adorable yet simple Christmas Tag using the "Merry" Embosslit!

Click Here for more details on this and/or to reserve your spot!

Unable to attend? No problem! You can order the things that you need to make this darling tag on your own! Here's a list…

WHAT TO ORDER:

Stampin' Up! Merry Embosslit (116820), Berry Christmas Stamp Set (116509), Scallop Edge Punch (112091), Whisper White Cardstock (100730), Real Red Classic Ink (103133), Old Olive Cardstock (100702), 5/16" Neutral Brads (112534), Stampin' Up! Sizzix Big Shot Die Cut Machine (113439) and Silver Cord (109866)

And if I haven't sold you on these Netural Brads yet, I don't know what will! I've just been using them on everything lately, AND – they're on sale at 30% off for just 2 more days, through November 30th! Be sure to add them to your order while you can get them at this terrific pricing!

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

• To take place your Online Holiday Extravaganza Order – select products up to 50% off! Click Here for more details, Click Here to place your order! – JUST TWO DAYS LEFT!!!!
  
• To register for Aly's Stamping Christmas Party – Click Here! – JUST TWO DAYS LEFT!!!!
• To schedule your Complementary Christmas Card Designing Appointment – Click Here!
• To place your qualifying order for a FREE Decor Element – Click Here!
• To order your December Card Kit of the Month – Click Here!

Birthday Card Class & After Thanksgiving Day Sale!

Happy Black Friday!! I hope that everyone had a fabulous Thanksgiving Day with their families and is now enjoying the beginning of the shopping season! TODAY is my ONE-DAY-ONLY, Annual 20% off Sale!!!

Place an order TODAY, Friday November 27th, and receive 20% off your ENTIRE order! And with no limit. Order as much as you want and receive 20% off all of it!

This is the ONE and ONLY day of the year that I offer this discount, so be sure to take advantage of it!

To place your order, call me at 585-489-3900 any time between 9 am and 9 pm. Or, e-mail me at alystamps@gmail.com anytime from 12:01 am – 11:59 pm. For your shopping convenience I gladly accept credit cards! In addition you are free to mail a check or money order.

This offer is not a company special and is only valid through me, Aly Schilling. This offer can not be applied to Stamper's 10 Club or Workshop orders.

This special is for anyone who is on my e-mail or postal mailing list, anyone who has ordered from me in the past and anyone who does not already have a Demonstrator. I'm not in the business of taking orders away from other Demonstrators. My very limited-time sale offering is to Thank & Support my customer base, and those of you out there who do not have a Demonstrator yet. If you already have a local Demonstrator, please support her with your business!

SPECIAL FOR DEMONSTRATORS:

As promised, I also have a special for all of you Stampin' Up! Demonstrator readers for TODAY ONLY! From 12:01 am – 11:59 pm TODAY, Friday November 27th, for every Class File or Card Kit Subscription Pack that you purchase, you will receive ONE, FREE MONTH of Card Kit of the Month ideas!!!

Here is a listing of the Class Files that I currently have available in the "For Demos" section of my website:

• Birthday Card Class (NEW as of TODAY!)
• Scrapbook Your Christmas Memories (NEW as of YESTERDAY!)
• Christmas Bonanza
• Best Wishes Card Set
• A Year of Charms

All of those classes are eligible for free Card Kit Files. Purchase 1 of the above classes, receive 1 Card Kit Month Free. Purchase 3 of the above classes, receive 3 Card Kit Months Free. Purchase all 5 class, receive 5 Card Kit Months Free. You get the idea!

Then for Card Kit of the Month File Packs, for every 3 months that you purchase in a subscription you'll receive a Free Month, for example:

• Purchase or Renew a 3-Month Card Kit of the Month Subscription, Get 1 Month FREE (4 Months Total)
• Purchase or Renew a 6-Month Card Kit of the Month Subscription, Get 2 Months FREE (8 Months Total)

And yes, you can even purchase more than 6-Months and get even more free. Already in a subscription that hasn't ended yet? No problem! I'll automatically add your renewal to the end of your subscription so that they don't overalap.

Sorry, individual Card Kit Files are not eligible for a free month.

To view the Demonstrator File Section of my website, Click Here. Have questions? Just give me a shout!

Birthday Card Class

I'm pleased to announce an upcoming class that will take place on Saturday January 2nd at TWO locations: Canandaigua, NY and West Irondequoit, NY — a Birthday Card Class!!!

Let's start the year out with getting ready for some birthdays you'll be celebrating in 2010. We'll make 5 different birthday cards for young and old, male and female!

Here's a look at one of the five cards that you'll complete at this class:

You can view full details and register for this class online by clicking here.

I won't be sharing all 5 cards that we'll be completing online, most of the design work is privy for those who attend (or Demonstrators that purchase the file)! But I will be giving you a sneak peek of just 1 more card in a few days, so keep checking in at www.alystamps.com to get a glimpse!

If you're a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and would like to purchase the PDF File for this class (do so TODAY and get one FREE month of Card Kit Design!) visit my "For Demos" section by clicking here.

I had so much fun designing these birthday cards… maybe a little too much fun! When I was done, I just had to laugh at what my work table looked like. It very much looked like a bomb had gone off! While I wouldn't normally ever show such a disaster zone, I thought my stamping friends would find some humor in it, so took a quick shot… this is what goes into creating the classes you enjoy!

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

TODAY ONLY: Aly's 6th Annual After Thanksgiving Day Sale is HERE! Take 20% off your entire order!!!

• To take place your Online Holiday Extravaganza Order – select products up to 50% off! Click Here for more details, Click Here to place your order!
  
• To schedule your Complementary Christmas Card Designing Appointment – Click Here!
• To place your qualifying order for a FREE Decor Element – Click Here!
• To order your December Card Kit of the Month – Click Here!
• To register for Aly's Stamping Christmas Party – Click Here!

Scrapbook Your Christmas Memories!

Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!

Today's post is releasing a Brand New Kit offering – my first ever Scrapbooking Kit! This kit is to help you to scrapbook your Christmas Memories. Make the album as a special keepsake for yourself, or as a wonderful gift for a family member! If creating this as a gift, you don't even have to worry about the photos – just create the pages and let the recipient add in his/her own photos. This is a fabulous gift giving solution that you'll be able to create in just one evening!

Here's a look at the jazzed up cover of the album:

This kit directs you in creating 20 scrapbook pages/ 11 layouts, but you'll have plenty of leftovers and can keep on going with just some additional page protectors to add into the album.

Here's a look at two sample pages from inside the album:

Scrapbook Your Christmas Memories Basic Kit: Includes Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin' Kit, 6×6 Ring Album in your choice of Natural (shown) or Real Red (will come with Chocolate Ribbon instead of Red for the cover), Extra Consumables (ribbon, brads, etc.) and Full Colored Photos and Step by Step Instructions for completing your album. Price: $49 plus shipping

To order your basic kit and pay via check/money order contact me at 585.360.2667 or alystamps@gmail.com.

To order your basic kit today via PayPal, use the link below ($1 transaction fee applies)

Scrapbook Your Christmas Memories Full Kit: Includes all of the contents from the Basic Kit plus: Tree Trimings Stamp Set, Chocolate Chip Classic Ink Pad, Old Olive Classic Ink Pad, Real Red Classic Ink Pad, Stampin' Dimensionals and Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker. Price: $96 plus shipping.

To order your full kit and pay via check/money order contact me at 585.360.2667 or alystamps@gmail.com

To order your full kit today via PayPal, use the link below ($2 transaction fee applies)

Scrapbook Your Christmas Memories PDF File for Demos: If you're a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, I'm pleased to offer you a PDF File that contains over 30 photos and step-by-step instructions for completing the album on your own or with your customers! Price: $18

To order your PDF File today, use the link below:

TO ORDER STAMPIN' UP! PRODUCTS ONLINE 24/7 CLICK HERE!

Don't Forget!

COMING SOON: Aly's 6th Annual After Thanksgiving Day Sale is TOMORROW, ONLY!!!!

• To take place your Online Holiday Extravaganza Order – select products up to 50% off! Click Here for more details, Click Here to place your order!
  
• To schedule your Complementary Christmas Card Designing Appointment – Click Here!
• To place your qualifying order for a FREE Decor Element – Click Here!
• To order your December Card Kit of the Month – Click Here!
• To register for Aly's Stamping Christmas Party – Click Here!