These use the Scallop Squares Duo Die (120903) for the background, as well as the Sweetheart stamp set (120780).  The tiny hearts are punched from the Red Glimmer Paper (see it online) which looks even BETTER in person.  Absolutely gorgeous, and a little goes a long way.

The sticks are lollipop sticks from any big box store — just add a little flag banner with a heart, adhere them to the back and you’re set!

One last tip on the Sweet Treat Cups?  Don’t overfill them.  My strategy is to fill them until they look even, then remove one more M&M.  (and it eat — you wouldn’t put it back in the bag, right?) But this way you’re sure there won’t be too much stress on the adhesive on the back of the Sweet Treat Cup.

Need more Sweet Treat Cup ideas?  Check a few out on my blog.

Happy Stamping!

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So are you ready?  Have you downloaded My Digital Studio and installed it yet?  Join me in February and make a Sweet Details Photobook that you’ll cherish for years!  MDS Express is FREE for a 30 day trial period, and I’m here to help you make the most of your 30 days.  Of course if you decide you need to keep it longer than 30 days, that’s fine — you can definitely do that.  But at least use your 30 days to make a fun photobook with me.

Just think of how proud you’ll be to share this album with family and friends.  And I promise, it will be painless, whether you’re a digital whiz or not.  With the MDS Sweet Details Template, all you need is to fill in some photos and update journaling to match.

Note — if you already own MDS, you’ll need to purchase the Sweet Details Digital Photobook Template (see it online) to follow along and make your book.  For $17.95, it’s a fun addition to your MDS resources!  Don’t forget that MDS Digital Downloads don’t have a shipping charge!

Why not give it a try? Be sure to leave me a comment if you’re taking the challenge — friends don’t let friends scrap alone!

First, gather some photos from 2011.  They don’t have to be all from the same event, they don’t even have to be in order.  That’s the beauty of digital design — you can reorder them later, or not!  We’re going to build a FAVORITE MOMENTS album for 2011.  So get ready, and join the fun!

Would you like a printable Tutorial for getting started on this book?  You can download my free MDS with Meg: Sweet Details Tutorial.  (click here to download)  The tutorial will walk you through the steps in the Video Tutorial above — or you can print it at home and keep it close when you’re working on your first few pages.

Don’t forget to download your free 30 Day Trial of My Digital Studio Express from my online ordering website!

Happy (digital) Stamping!

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Punches & Dies:

• Top Note Die (for Big Shot) -113463
• Scallop Circle #2 Die (for Big Shot) – 113469
• 5 Petal Flower Punch (clearance rack!)
• Scallop Circle Punch (clearance rack!)
• 1 1/4″ Circle Punch -119861
• 1″ Circle Punch – 119868
• 1/2″ Circle Punch -119869

Like the little “owl be yours” greeting?  It’s punched with the 1-1/4″ Circle Punch.  The image is part of the Owl Be Yours & You Bee Mine Digital Download (see it online).  I just made a full page of them and printed the circles at home so I could punch them out.

Did you see that you can now try out My Digital Studio for free for 30 days?  Be sure to check out the details!

Best part of this treat?  They’re fairly simple to assemble, whether you’re making 5 or 50!

Happy Stamping!

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This was news to us at the Leadership Conference in San Antonio last month, and I’ve been SO excited about sharing it!  As you may know, I am a HUGE fan of MDS (My Digital Studio).  So be sure to keep an eye out on my blog for the next 2 weeks, as I share my progress (and tips) on building your first project in MDS.

My Digital Studio Express 30-Day Trial:

With the FREE trial, you’ll get:

• Full access to the software at NO COST for 30 days.
• Full design functionality.
• Exclusive artwork that comes with My Digital Studio Express. See included content here.
• Opportunity to purchase additional downloads from designer templates to stamp brush sets–and everything in between.
• Access to our professional print services.

Once your trial period expires, simply log onto my online store again if you want to purchase the downloadable or disc version of the software to continue enjoying My Digital Studio.

Quick Facts:

• Is MDS just for scrapbooking? — No way!  You can make greeting cards, calendars, tags, pretty much anything you want to do with digital design.
• Can I print at home during the trial? — Yes!  You can print both at home or by using the Stampin’ Up! Professional Printing.
• What happens to my work after the trial? – Your copy of MDS will still be on your computer, but you’ll need to purchase the Express Software ($39.95) or the Full Software ($79.95) to access your projects in the MDS program.  Anything you saved as a jpg will still be yours.
• What should I do during my 30 day trial? — My advice?  Work on an 11 x 8.5″ Sweet Details Photobook.  The template is all ready for you in MDS, and I’ll be stepping you through the ‘what to do’ over the next 2 weeks.  At the end of your work you’ll have a photobook, ready to send for Professional Printing.  The cost is $29.95 for a softcover photo book, and you’re going to be ‘wow’d’ by what you’ve created with the help of MDS.

Hope you’re as excited about this as I am!  Got more questions? Here are the answers.  And when you’re ready to download, here’s the link to download.  Be sure my name is at the top right of your screen, so you know you’re shopping with me.

Happy (digital) Stamping!

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The card was started on a Note Card & Envelope base (see them online) (yes, I’m addicted to them — here are a whole bunch of ideas on my blog).  I cut 1″ off the front of the notecard, then used the Scallop Edge Border Punch (see it online) at the edge of a piece of Basic Black card stock and stamped the Fresh Vintage flourish on the inside of the note card.

Perfect embellishments for this card — Jewels Pearls in three sizes, and the Scallop Polka Dot Ribbon in Basic Black.  Yup, it comes in other colors too, but this was perfect for the B&W look.  If you’re trying to match the Scallop Circle size, it’s the 2-3/8″ Scallop Circle Punch.   Just add with Dimensionals, and you’re set!

Be sure to check out my other Sale-A-Bration set ideas, or some of my other monochromatic card ideas.

Happy Stamping!

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Plus during the February/March/April Round, you’ll have a chance to earn free Sale-A-Bration stamp sets with your kits.

So… What is Stamps in the Mail Club?

Delivered right to your doorstep–it’s the stamps, inks and accessories you need to complete these projects. Plus printed directions, exclusive Video Tutorials and pre-cut, pre-embossed card stock, ready-to-stamp! It’s my Stamps in the Mail Club, and you can sign up today! Here are the 4 projects you’ll make with your supplies and your Month 1 Club Kit:

Look at what the Stamps in the Mail Club can do for you!

• Build your stamping supplies: kit includes $30-35 value in Stampin’ Up! product each month for 3 months in a row, and you get to keep all the coordinating stamps, inks, accessories and embellishments to use in other stamping projects
• Easy to follow: Pre-printed directions for all 4 projects in a color handout with photos and step-by-step instructions will be sent with the kit each month and necessary supplies are listed at the top of each project so you know exactly what to have at your fingertips.
• Flexible Kit Contents: build on what you own! Select alternate Stampin’ Up! product each month if you already own a Stampin’ Pad color or accessory item
• No sorting or struggling: materials to create each project arrive pre-packaged separately for each project
• Stampin’ Up! exclusive materials: the best products on the market including heavy-weight Designer Paper and cardstock, timeless images, and perfectly coordinated color scheme
• Learn more each month: the 3-month subscription teaches you how to use what you’ve purchased and presents inspiring ideas on how to make the most of your investment in supplies

Here’s a review from a past Stamps in the Mail Club subscriber:

From Jill F: “[Stamps in the Mail Club] is the BEST club I have been involved with. It is so nice to go to my stamp room, pull out the directions and the cello bag and get busy!! Thanks for offering this club.”

You can subscribe to the 3-month Stamps in the Mail Club for just $45 each month! Click here for details on the kit contents for February, as well as details on the Exclusive Video Tutorials for Stamps in the Mail Club Members and free Sale-A-Bration rewards.

Ready to sign up now?  Need more details?  Click here and use the big “email Meg” button to request your Paypal Invoice!

I look forward to stamping with you by mail!

Happy Stamping!

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It’s hard to see in this photo, but the bottom Daffodil Delight part of the card is textured using the Big Shot and the Stripes Textured Impressions Folder (see it online).  The stamps are both from the Sprinkled Expressions stamp set (free with a $50 order during Sale-A-Bration).

Be sure to check out my other Sale-A-Bration project ideas!

Happy Stamping!

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Here’s a ‘sweet and simple’ card using the pre-cut/pre-scored Note cards & Envelopes (see them online).  I used the Scallop Edge Border Punch (see it online) at the bottom edge, then put a layer of Sweet Shop Designer Specialty Paper (see it online) underneath to peek out the bottom.

Stamp set?  It’s the Sale-A-Bration exclusive set, Sprinkled Expressions (available for free when you order $50 any time between now and March 31st).  If you’ve never experienced the joy of Sale-A-Bration, be sure to check out the details here!

The heart is stamped on the front on the 2 1/2″ Circle Punch layer and the greeting is inside: “LOVE you just the way you are”.  The coordinating Calypso Coral Ruffled Ribbon is a perfect match!

I’m completely in LOVE with the Note Cards & Envelopes — here are a whole bunch of ideas on my blog for using them.  They’re ready to go whenever I need them–pre-scored with envelopes included.  And the smaller card size makes the ‘sweet & simple’ style easy to execute.

Happy Stamping!

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Yup, definitely my favorite time of the Stampin’ Up! year!!!  When else can you pick a FREE stamp set for every $50 you order?  I mean really — wahoo for that!!

There is a special Sale-A-Bration Mini Catalog (click here to download it) and start your Wish List!

Sale-A-Bration rewards can be earned through online orders in my store, or on orders placed at a party or class.  AND, you can also earn a Sale-A-Bration stamp set when you participate in my Stamps in the Mail Club!  (Check out the NEW updated details for the Feb/Mar/Apr round)

Other Sale-A-Bration rewards? When you spend $50 with me during Sale-A-Bration, you’ll also be emailed an Idea & Inspiration Sheet!  My I & I sheets provide 4 ideas on how to use one of the Sale-A-Bration stamp sets, including supplies and photos in an easy-to-use pdf file.

Want to check out some ideas with exclusive Sale-A-Bration supplies now?  Here are a few on my blog!

Happy Stamping (and shopping!)–

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The 2nd day of Leadership started out with a general session where we all met together in the main theater.  We were expecting the “state of Stampin’ Up!” report from Scott Nielsen, the CFO of Stampin’ Up!.  But instead of a boring stream of numbers, Scott showed up on stage and changed his sweater and shoes, all while singing a Stampin’ Up! version of the Mister Rodger’s Neighborhood theme song!  TOO funny!  But yes, Scott can definitely sing.  So not only was his presentation fun, but he also had a visit from the Speedy Delivery man (a la Spencer Willis), delivering the My Digital Studio album that Scott had created with the achievements he wanted to share from this past year.  Way to go, Scott!

After visiting Mister Neilsen’s Neighborhood, we had a business class (we get to choose which ones we want to take) then our Advisory Board Reunion Luncheon.  Stampin’ Up! treated us to lunch at the Little Rhein Steakhouse, for a fabulous meal.  There was even a treat for us at the tables — a package of upcoming Designer Series Paper!  I can’t share the paper on my blog, but check out the gorgeous wrapping!

After lunch we had more classes, then a final session.  Our excitement reached the roof when my friend Mary Ellen Stites (fellow LovenStampfuls demonstrator) was picked for a Backstage Pass for the final session.  Mary Ellen got the ‘behind the scenes’ tour, met with Shelli and the other Stampin’ Up! celebrities, and watched the show from behind the curtains.  Talk about a front row seat!  As if that all wasn’t enough, she got extra free stamps, too!

The theme of the whole Leadership Conference this year has been “my way”, since Stampin’ Up! encourages us to take our demonstrator opportunity and put it together ‘our way’.  The executive team presentations followed the same ‘my way’ theme, and Chad Richards, CTO (tech guy) at Stampin’ Up!, shared his love of anything with a motor.  Yup, he drove that Harley Davidson motorcycle right out on stage!

Of course demonstrators know what we like best… FREE stamps!  There was no shortage of great giveaways during Leadership this year, both drawings for special winners, as well as giveaways for everyone.  We even got a special package with the NEW Sale-A-Bration exclusive stamp set Fresh Vintage and the gorgeous Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper.

Remember that the Sale-A-Bration special begins TOMORROW, January 24th!  Eek, I can hardly contain my excitement… stay tuned for details tomorrow and a peek at the Sale-A-Bration Mini Catalog, but the short story is that for every $50 you order, you get a free Sale-A-Bration gift… stamp set, Designer Paper, embellishments, etc.  AND there will also be a special on the Demonstrator Starter Kit… $50 off, PLUS free Designer Series Paper for you, all year long.  Like I said…it’s exciting stuff!  Be sure to visit me online tomorrow for details!

Through the whole two days at Leadership (plus a day of registration!), great stamping ideas were shared.  Here are some projects that were displayed with our Make N Take supplies — Blossom Builders Designer Printed Kit (see it online), along with the Mixed Bunch stamp set (see it online).

And a few more…  I loved the way they were displayed by clipping with clothespins to a rope.

Every Stampin’ Up! event… Leadership in January, Convention in July, Regionals throughout the year, incentive trips in the Spring …they are all done to the ‘nth’ degree and give us the chance to be inspired and motivated as demonstrators.  So a huge THANK YOU goes out to Stampin’ Up! for taking such good care of us.  Can’t wait for the next ‘big’ event!

Happy Stamping!

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