New Early November Class list is posted!

Be sure to check out our November class and event list!  This is really just the beginning of the wonderful things we have in store for you this November, but it is a start!  Be sure to check back regularly in order to make sure you don't miss a class!  Better still, sign up on the right side to follow us by email, and never miss a special class or sale again!

Click on the November Class and Event tab at the top of this page and RSVP for your favorite classes right away to reserve your spot!

One Day Stamp Sale! Save 15%!

Beth and I are working on a very fun November class schedule, but Stampin' Up posted an amazing one-day sale and we wanted to let you know!  This bonus was just too good NOT to post it on our blog!

On MONDAY, OCTOBER 29TH, Stampin' Up is offering 15% off on almost all of their stamps.  This includes single stamps and whole sets... as a matter of fact, the only things NOT included are the bundles (these usually include both stamps and dies, etc...),and the digital stamps...(that is a whole different promotion!).

It wouldn't be like Beth and I not to try to sweeten the pot for you, therefore, when you place a stamp order of at least $25 (before tax and shipping ) on Monday, October 29th, Beth and I will give you $5 OFF of a $25 order placed in November!! You were going to start your Christmas shopping soon anyway, right??  Well, get in on this bonus!  Buy for yourself in October, get a discount on your gift order in November...Email either Beth or Amanda to place your orders...  You are also welcome to place your orders directly through our websites above -  but when you place your orders though email with us we can usually save you some extra $$ on shipping by grouping orders...

While we are talking about holiday shopping... two other things we wanted to mention:
1) We will be selling many of our retired stamp sets beginning in November.   These stamps will be for sale for their original list prices, HOWEVER, when you purchase a retired set, you will get 1/2 of the sale price back toward a new order placed...( therefore, if you buy a set for $14.95, you will get a $7.47 credit toward an order placed in the current catalogs - both annual and Holiday).
2) Do you have a wish list of wonderful Stampin' Up! products as long as Santa's?  Tired of getting holiday sweaters??  Well, let us help... Simply give us a copy of your wish list, and a list of people who will be shopping for you this season who may want some suggestions, and we will contact them for you with a copy of your list... we will work with them to get you what you would REALLY like this year!

Leaf Wreath 3D class

Leaf Wreath

There is just something about Fall - leaves crunching, crisp, cool mornings, colorful carpeted woods...  We love this time of year, and are always excited to see the first color in the trees each year. The color and textures are the key to Autumn... and color and texture are sure present in our newest 3D class

And closer...

 We have used paper, stamps and ink (and yes - just a touch of bling) to make our fall wreath.  Now... door or table???  In any case,we would love to make one of these wreaths with you!  RSVP now for one of the classes listed under the October events tab at the top of the page! 

Carry Out Collection Workshops

2 Stamping Friends has a new class style!  Each month, we will create projects designed around common elements, helping you see more possibilities for your Stampin' Up! supplies.  This first month, we have designed 4 different cards, and a special portfolio in which to keep them, (or gift them to someone special).  For October, we have chosen the Polka Dot Parade Designer Series Paper and the Brights Collection of Glimmer Brads.  All 5 designs will use these items, and give you many ideas of other things you can do with them.  Here are the projects you will make:

This class requires you to prepay, as we will be ordering an entire pack of paper and a whole pack of brads per attendee.  You will go home with all of your left-overs to keep the creativity flowing!   Class fee:  $25. This class is offered two times this month, and you can click on the date/time you prefer to send an email and reserve your spot and order your kit, October 14, at 3:30pm, or October 29th at 10 AM.

 If you don't live in the Chicago area, don't feel left out!  You can still "take" this class.  $35 includes shipping, and you will receive the Designer Series Paper pack, the package of Brights Glimmer Brads, all solid card stock pieces, all die cut pieces, ribbon, baker's twine, and and written directions.  Per Stampin' Up!'s policy, no stamped images will be included in your kit, however, a list of Stamp sets used will be emailed to you once your purchase has been confirmed.   If you are interested in this kit, please click here.  In the subject line of the email, please write "Carry Out October".  You will be emailed an invoice, and will be able to pay via PayPal.

Halloween Stamp A Stack

Are you scared?  Halloween is right around the corner!  Have you sent cards?  Have you made spooky treats??

If you aren't registered for our upcoming Halloween Stamp a Stack, please take a peek below!  These are two of the four designs you will make (2 each of the 4 designs), and you will go home with envelopes and be ready to drop in the mail!  (Not to give too much away, but a super cute "waterfall" card will also be made - wanna learn this technique??)

There are two sessions of this class - sure to fit your schedule...  Wednesday, 10/10 at 7pm, or Friday, 10/12 at 10am.  Click on the time that works best for you and send us a note right away to reserve your spot!

Thanks for "creeping" by!

Art Tray Classes

What a fun way to expand your hobby!  Papercrafting can be more than just cardmaking and scrapbooking (not that there is anything wrong with those).  It is art!  We have a new class directed at this very pursuit!  In this class we will be filling wooden printer's trays with seasonal paper arts.  This class will be offered 4-6 different times this upcoming year, beginning with Halloween!  See the picture here:

The next class will offer you the option of a snowman/winter theme, or a Christmas theme.  You choose!  In each class, you will  have all of the elements needed to complete your tray, with plenty of extra supplies to take home with you and create more fun!  Your initial class fee will be $45, and will include your tray.  Each subsequent seasonal class will be $20 - $30, depending on the supplies we use!  We have an extremely limited number of trays available to us, therefore, if you are interested in this class, please contact us right away to reserve your spot.  If you have a group of 5 friends, we will even come to you!

Special - For October Only

Stampin' Up! has just announced a fun new special for October only.  Get a head start on your Christmas card, and save a "bundle"!  Get a FREE Festive Paper Piercing Pack when you buy the Ornament Keepsakes Stamp Set and the Candlelight Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper.  Contact Amanda or Beth to place your orders now!