Stampin' Creative Blog Hop

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Morning! Thank you for joining me today. If you've hopped here from Pip's super blog then I expect you're already storing her ideas for later use - I'm looking forward to hopping back to view her great creations and am sure I'm in for a treat. So let's get on....

Welcome to the latest Stampin' Creative Blog Hop.

This week has seen the release of our retirement lists, preparing the way for the new Annual catalogue. This also spells the end for our 2013-2015 In Colours. To see them out in style, the Stampin' Creative Blog Team have used the colour palette for this month's blog hop. This is their last hurrah!

I do have to confess - this bunch have not been my favourite, apart from Coastal Cabana, which I have used on the first card I'd like to show you today.

I wanted to achieve the appearance of a butterfly alighting on a hydrangea. I did experience difficulty getting the photo light enough, it doesn't show the soft shimmer on the butterfly which comes from smooch spritz - also retiring, as is the thick bakers twine.

After finishing the card, I started to prep some water bottles for tomorrow's all day Spring Papercraft Event using the same colour family. The photos below show them part finished.

I've one more card to share you. This one is using Baked Brown Sugar cardstock from the retiring colours. I actually quite like this colour. I've used the Mixed Bunch stamp set which is also retiring. It's a very simple card and, as with the first card, it's monochrome and I've used a favourite technique of mine - simple white pencil!

I do love the soft white pencil against this shade. As I say, a simple card but we all need simple cards, don't we!

Thanks for stopping by. The next blog is Kim's where you'll see her beautiful creations.  Just click on her name above to hop there. Should you need to go back to Pip's, or you simply like travelling backwards (!) then click on her name at the top of this post.

Full list of participating blogs below:

Kim - http://kimfeecrafter.blogspot.com/.../stampin-creative...

Emily - http://stampinmermaid.blogspot.com/.../stampin-creative...

Mikaela - http://thecraftyoinkpen.blogspot.co.uk/.../stampin... ….

Emma - http://www.coastalcrafter.com/stampin-creati…blog-hop-april/

Caroline - http://craftwithcaro.com/.../stampin-creative-april-blog.../

Pip -  http://www.queenpipcards.com/?p=1337

Lesley - YOU ARE HERE

Weekly Deals

As if all the excitement of the retirement lists aren't enough - here are this weeks Weekly Deals, all available from my online store - link to the right of this post.

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Retirement List Online NOW!

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Our 2015 Retirement List is now online.
Those of you who have experienced ordering from previous lists of retired products will know just how quickly these items fly out of the warehouse - it's as if some of them have wings!
Not only that - when it's gone, it's GONE!
There are links below for both catalogue and digital retiring products.
The fastest way to order and ensure you get the products you choose is to order from my online store - button to the right of this post or via the button below.

If you'd like to view the pdf click here

To view the MDS pdf click here

Get your retiring goodies before they go!

Another Tiny Gift To Mail

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Yes, another tiny pressie to pop into the post, so a quick decorative fix made it look more interesting. I seem to have reverted to my practice of taking 'fuzzifoto's'!

Sorry, I can't tell you what's inside! Stamp set is World of Dreams, ink - Pool Party and Early Espresso, a small amount of Pool Party seam binding and cardstock along with a few rhinestones. The DSP is from my retired stash but we do have similar in the current annual catalogue.

Hope the recipient likes it!

I do hope it doesn't look too shoddy as gift packaging!

Thank you for joining me, I do hope you've enjoyed your visit today!

Lesley x

London Die Cut

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I needed to make a card , good thing I didn't expect this one to be quick - took me ages! A slight departure from using Stampin' Up! products, I've had this die for a long time. It's totally CASED, though I'm not sure who made the original but I believe it was a framed picture posted on pinterest.

The buses, taxis, lamp posts, phone and pillar box are finished with Crystal effects. The numerals, stamped onto the window sheet behind the London Eye are from the Memorable Moments stamp set, stamped in versamark, a little heat and stick, then covered in glitter.
I'm pleased to say that the card was well received!
Thank you for joining me, I do hope you've enjoyed your visit today!

Lesley x

Weekly Deals 15 April

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Good morning!

Here are this weeks Weekly deals   - all available from my online store

(button link to the right of this post)

Tiny Gift

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Morning all!
How was your weekend? I was a little unsure how mine was going to pan out. Saturday was quiet but went to Ally Pally on Sunday. Was nice to catch up with some friends there. I was introduced to some fab new people too including Brenda Brown (Bumblebees & Butterflies). I hope you got to enjoy your weekend too.
Today I want to show you a simple covered container. I've a tiny gift for someone - I wonder if she can guess it's for her? I'd thought to make one of our treat bags but would need to extend to increase the size. I made the whole thing, stamped and embossed, was pretty ..... but not large enough. Note to self: don't craft when you're tired!
Then I remembered some Crystal Light containers that I'd kept after making the swaps last March, shown below, which contained the drink sachets. 

So, a quick root around in my box, a little stamping with Crazy About You and Flower Patch. This is what I came up with.

The sentiment is from Petite Pairs, I masked the word 'Baby'.

The photo doesn't show the colours quite as bright as the are - luscious Blackberry Bliss, Hello Honey and Mossy Meadow. But you get the idea. Finished off with a little Silver Sparkle dazzling Details, a rhinestone and Hello Honey Quilted Cotton Ribbon, so soft.

Hmm, something not quite right - needs trim around the lid but, as it's ridged, nothing will stick long enough. Maybe some trim around the top?

 I do hope it doesn't look too shoddy as gift packaging!

Thank you for joining me, I do hope you've enjoyed your visit today!

Lesley x

April Newsletter Now Online

Welcome to my newsletter. It seems like spring is finally here, bringing lighter evenings and better light to craft by. So, what have I to tell you? Information about MDS Clearance Racks News Spring Craft Event Catalogue dates So, lets get started!

Spring Papercraft Event

25th April 2015 10:30am –3:30pm Where:  Saint Andrews Parish Church  Lower Road, Orpington BR5 4AL (In Orpington junction 4 of M25)    All day paper crafting event held on Saturday 25th April 2015. 10.30am - 3.30pm Come along and craft with Kim Fee and myself. Make some super creations which can be used for gifts to give to your friends and loved ones In addition to projects you'll also take home a stamp set. £45  **PLEASE NOTE: Demonstrators attending may use the event projects for their own classes To book your place please message me on my page or email either me - lesleylendon@gmail.com or  Kim - simplyfairies@yahoo.com

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So, now for our Weekly Deals andClearance Rack - where to begin? This week we have 14 items in our Weekly Deals - lots to choose from. Add to that all the new additions to our Clearance Rack and it's looking like Christmas all over again! Without further ado I'm just going to post information about both below. You all know where the shop button  is - just above, to the right of this post. Just 2 things to add - Weekly Deals end Tuesday evening Clearance Rack items are already flying out of the warehouse - once they've gone, they've GONE! So, what are you waiting for???

Spoilt for choice this week. These deals appear in the early hours on Wednesday morning and last until the following Tuesday evening (around 10.50pm). Most of the time we have a choice of 6 or 7 items. This week we've a fabulous 14!!! All items are available from my online store, button above in the column on the right.

Before you even look, let me tell you that you will be scrolling down, there are a lot of items to choose from!

I've been away on holiday so there's been very little time to craft. During this time I've had a lovely new lady join my team. This is the CAS - clean and simple - card I made to welcome her. If you'd like more information about joining my team scroll down this newsletter.

This is an important update for those of you who use MDS. MDS - My Digital Studio will no longer be available after 31st May 2015. This includes all features.  You will no longer be able to use the free 30 day trial, purchase the full programme or any downloads.  Stampin' Up! recommend  that both demonstrators and our customers download and back up any digital downloads that have been purchased, including MDS content, Online Classes, and Event Recordings. I've found a demonstrator who has posted helpful information on her blog regarding this. The information may be found here but is a guideline only - you are responsible for ensuring your back up is successful.  Her blog article can be found here: http://mdsmonday.blogspot.ca/p/mds-videoshow-tos.html

Class Dates Next months class is on Wednesday 15th April at 7.30pm. The new classes are (usually) held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Salvation Army, Sythwood, Woking at 7.30pm. Booking for the class is essential and closes 2 weeks prior to the class date - please book by 25th February. New stampers are welcome, please let me know when you book. Contact Me: Phone 07725 217695                      Email: lesleylendon@gmail.com

Sale-a-bration may have ended but goodies from our annual and spring/summer catalogues are still available. Our Spring/Summer 2015 catalogue was released in January and I've already got a long list of products I NEED! Full of great, new, on trend products. If you'd like a paper copy then please, do contact me (details in the righthand column). To view online click on the image above.

Here's a little photo of some of the ladies enjoying our regional event in Telford last year. We had a great time. You could be there for this years event! Join my team now, there's still time to register for Telford! Details below....

JOIN ME! If what you've read about the new catalogue and sale-a-bration makes you want to have a discount of your Stampin' Up! products, why not consider joining my team? So, just what do you get for your money? You get to choose £130 in product of your choice for £99. You also, as a demonstrator, become eligible to purchase future goodies with a 20% discount. Gone are the days of a pre-selected kit!!! It comes with a business kit and free P&P and the option of a 30% discount on your first qualifying order. Apart from the discount on all your crafty goodies you'll get all the regular benefits of becoming part of the Stampin’ Up! family including tons of inspiration from a team of other demos and resources such as our demo only website and our exclusive worldwide community forum called Stampin’ Connection. This is chock-a-block full to the brim with videos, tips and ideas - a whole crafting community! You can choose to buy products just for yourself, sell to friends and family or create your own business - the choice is yours! You will have plenty to choose from - join as a demonstrator now. In a nutshell:  £130 Kit for £99 Option of 30% discount on 1st qualifying order FREE Business Kit FREE p+p on Starter Kit Demo only website Exclusive worldwide community forum Become part of a team Tons of inspiration Purchase pre-order products prior to catalogues being released Hmm! Sounds a good deal to me! If you've been thinking about becoming part of our 'family' then this is a fantastic time to do so! Click on the link below to join my team...

Thanks for stopping by, it's been good to have your company, do let me know if I can help with your stamping needs! Happy crafting! Lesley x

Goodie Alert!

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Where to begin? This week we have 14 items in our Weekly Deals - lots to choose from. Add to that all the new additions to our Clearance Rack and it's looking like Christmas all over again!
Without further ado I'm just going to post information about both below. You all know where the shop button  - just to the right here.
Just 2 things to add -

• Weekly Deals end Tuesday evening
• Clearance Rack items are already flying out of the warehouse - once they've gone, they've GONE!

So, what are you waiting for???
Weekly Deals  -

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Clearance Rack -

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Phew!
So, what do you think of all that lovely crafty goodness?

Thank you for joining me, I do hope you've enjoyed your visit today!

Lesley x

MDS - Important Update

This is an important update for those of you who use MDS.
MDS - My Digital Studio will no longer be available after 31st May 2015. This includes all features. 
You will no longer be able to use the free 30 day trial, purchase the full programme or any downloads. 
Stampin' Up! recommend  that both demonstrators and our customers download and back up any digital downloads that have been purchased, including MDS content, Online Classes, and Event Recordings.
I've found a demonstrator who has posted helpful information on her blog regarding this. The information may be found here but is a guideline only - you are responsible for ensuring your back up is successful. 
Her blog article can be found here:
http://mdsmonday.blogspot.ca/p/mds-videoshow-tos.html

What a Tranquil Page

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Well, hello everyone! I'm back from my holiday(Friday a 5am) and went off to a scrapbook retreat for the weekend on Friday afternoon. Possible not the best decision I've ever made since I didn't achieve much.
The photo below shows a page made by a lovely lady by the name of Emma Davies. Whilst it isn't made up entirely from Stampin' Up! supplies you could certainly switch products so that it is.
I've asked Emma if I can share this page since I found it such a peaceful looking page/layout. I do hope you like it too!

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Thank you for joining me, I do hope you've enjoyed your visit today!

Lesley x