Stampin' IS my job!! Barb Mullikin Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Join the 2013 In Color Club!

Time for another round of the In Color Club.  This program will get you all the NEW In Color Products over the next five months so it is a little easier on your pocketbook.  

The five NEW In Colors are:
Crisp Cantaloupe
Strawberry Slush
Pistachio Pudding
Coastal Cabana
Baked Brown Sugar

There are five monthly payments of $29.99 each (these can be made via paypal or by a credit card). 

JOIN TODAY:  Send me an EMAIL at barb@barbstamps.com

Each month for five months, you will receive the following products in ONE of the In Colors via snail mail.  This photo is of last yars In Colors, I will post a new photo after the catalog is live

Classic Ink Pad
Classic Ink Refill
1/2 pack of 8 1/2 x 11 Card Stock 
4 6x6 sheets from the In Color Patterns Stack
2 6x6 sheets of Core'dinations Card Stock
4 In Color Boutique Details Embellishments
2 yards of 3/8"Ruffle Stretch Trim Ribbon
Stampin' Write Marker

By the last month you will have all the products in all five of the New In Colors.  I will also include a few hand stamped In Color Cards in your final package as a "Thank You" for participating.

Join Paper Pumpkin, get a FREE gift!

Subscribe to Paper Pumpkin with me by Saturday, May 25th and I will send you a FREE bottlecap necklace (colors and chain/cord will vary).
Go to www.barbspaperpumpkin.com and join today!

Paper Pumpkin by Stampin' Up! is a new monthly kit program that everyone (especially you) can enjoy! Think of how much fun you or you and your kids, grandkids, friends, neighbors and co-workers will have each month with Paper Pumpkin.  Check out all these Paper Pumpkin Kits on their way to adoring fans. :-)

Haven't heard of Paper Pumpkin?  Let me share some details.  Each month Stampin' Up! will send you a unique, surprise kit with cards, journals, décor, and more!. Each kit includes stamps, ink, cut paper, and accessories all coordinated-everything but adhesive.

Here is the May Kit.  It includes everything you see here to create a brag book.  As soon as my 12 year old daughter saw this, she wanted it.  I cannot wait to see what she does with it. :-)

 
Now through Saturday, May 25th, I am offering everyone who joins Paper Pumpkin through me a FREE Bottlecap Necklace made by me! The necklace will be mailed to arrive about the sametime as your first kit so you will have treat filled week!

It's easy to get started:
*Go to www.barbspaperpumpkin.com  
*Click subscribe
*Add your quantity and contact information, click continue
*Enter your payment information and be sure that my name, Barb Mullikin, shows at the bottom of the screen and complete your subscription
*Shoot me an email at barb@barbstamps.com and let me know you have subscribed so I can get your FREE goodie package on its way to you!!

That's it, sooo easy.  Each month around the 10th, your credit card will be charged $19.95 plus tax and your Paper Pumpkin Kit will be on its way to you with FREE shipping!!!

You can cancel at anytime and even put your subscription on hold for a month if you won't be in town.

Get started right now at www.barbspaperpumpkin.com!!!

Another Pop 'n Cuts Card

Here is another card using the Pop 'n Cuts Card Base Die to make a tri-fold card. You can view others HERE and HERE.

The Spring Catalog will be ending on May 31st and when it ends, the Parker's Patterns Designer Series Paper will retire. This is a great package to use for those man cards.

I stamped three of the tickets from That's the Ticket (order it in Clear #128075 or Wood #128072) and adhered them to the front of my card with Stampin' Dimensionals.  I added onte of the arrow clips from the package of Hung Up Clips, on page 28 of the Spring Catalog, for added interest.

I used a 12 x 4 1/4 piece of one of the patterns for the main card and added a 1 1/4 x 4 1/4 strip of Cherry Cobbler card stock on one end. I placed that end on the straight edge on the die and ran it through.  After scoring the piece as shown below, I cut a piece of Sahara Sand to 4 1/4 x 2 1/4, ran it through the Argyle Textured Impressions Folder and added it to the card.


The inside layers are 4 x 4 and 3 3/4 x 3 3/4.  I inked my inside image with Cherry Cobbler and Not Quite Navy markers, stamped it and punched it out with the 2 1/2 Circle Punch.  This was added to one of the Scallop Circle die cuts on the Perfect Pennants Bigz L Die.



Below is a collection of photos showing you how I created the tri fold card.

Get your Spring Catalog favorites before they are gone, gone, gone!!  You can check out all the products in the Spring Catalog right HERE.

A few of my favorites that will NOT be available in the New Catalog are:
You can click the photo for more information.





See the retiring accessories list -  Download Retiring_Accessories

Barb's Reminders: 

• While you are shopping, be sure to visit the STAMPIN' UP! CLEARANCE RACK for additional retired items with savings up to 60% off!
• View all the Retiring Stamp Sets and Accessories HERE.
• Join my team today-Add sneak peak items from the NEW Catalog to your Starter Kit  and I will send you a fun gift, click HERE for the scoop.
• Participate in my Coast to Coast Stampin' Buddies and receive FREE step-by-step tutorials each month, free stamp sets and free buddie goodies!
• Participate in my Be a Big Shot at Home Club and I will give you a $150 Gift Certificate to purchase anything you want, get the deets HERE!
• FREE Catalogs, I have FREE Catalogs for you, find out how to get yours HERE.
• The May Paper Pumpkin has arrived, be sure to get the next kit.  Sign up by Saturday, May 25th and I will send you a FREE gift, go to www.barbspaperpumpkin.com to subscribe.
• All Online orders placed with me receive a Green Card.  Green isn't the color of the card, it means you can reuse it.

I would love for you to Like Me on Facebook!

May 2013 Control Freaks Blog Tour - New Catalog Preview!

 

Welcome to the May 2013 Tour de Freaks Blog Hop! We are so excited to have you join us today.

This month we are showing off some of our New Catalog Preview Items.  Our tour is nice and short and features some of your favorite Control Freaks Stampers. You may have just come from my dear friend Dawn Olchefske's Blog, you may be one of my blog stalkers or you may have just stumbled here…however you got here, you’ll be very glad you did!  Be sure to take the whole tour!  If you are arriving here on the 19th, please note that not all links may be working yet.  The tour officially begins on the 20th.

My first project uses the Tag a Box Bundle.  This bundle includes eight easy to assemble gift boxes with acetate sleeves, clothespins, exclusive Baker's Twine and a variety of tags to make your gift really stand out.

I wanted to give one of my daughter's favorite teachers some of my homemade chocolate and butterscotch chip cookies.  They traded treats a few months ago and he raved about them so I thought he might enjoy some more.

The cookies are wrapped in our retiring Gusseted Cellophane Bags (5 x 3 x 11 1/2) #127850 that first debuted in the Holiday Catalog. These are the perfect size for gifting a handmade goodie.

The packaged cookies were placed in the box and slipped into the acetate sleeve.  I wrapped my gift with some of our trendy NEW Chevron Ribbon in Pear Pizzazz.  The tags and Bermuda Bay Baker's Twine are included in the bundle and I added a snippet of Crisp Cantaloupe card stock cut into a pennant shape.

Here is a close up of the tag.  I stamped my image from a New stamp set called Chalk Talk in Pear Pizzazz and added a nifty white clay button over the heart.  I created the button with our NEW Simply Pressed Clay and Clay Mold set.

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My next project is a coordinating card using the same colors, the NEW Chalk Talk set and a few other NEW goodies!

The main image was stamped in Bermuda Bay, fussy cut and layered over some Whisper White run through the Big Shot with the Chevron TIEF.  I cut a strip of Pear Pizzazz card stock with the zig zag die in the Finishing Touches Edgelits and layered that behind the Fancy Fan pattern from the 2013-2015 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack.

I created anther button with the Simply Pressed Clay for this card.  Instead of leaving it white, I kneaded a few drops of Crisp Cantaloupe Ink into the clay before it was pressed into the mold.  Be sure to come back after the catalog goes live for tips and tricks using the new Simply Pressed Clay.

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Supplies Used:
Stamp sets: Chalk Talk
Paper: 2013-2015 Designer Series Paper Stack, Whisper White, Pear Pizzazz, Crisp Cantaloupe, Coastal Cabana (the last two are from the NEW In Color Collection)
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Bermuda Bay
Embellishments/Accessories: Pear Pizzazz Chevron Ribbon, Simply Pressed Clay, Buttons & Blossoms Simply Pressed Clay Molds, Bermuda Bay Baker's Twine (included in the Tag a Box Bundle), Chevron TIEF, Finishing Touches Touches Edgelits, Big Shot Machine

That does it for me, your next stop is the blog of another talented Control Freak Stamper, Yvette Ashe and I know you will love what she has to share. 

 

Thanks for visiting!!!!

New Catalog Product Shares!

It is that special time of year when we welcome the New Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog.  This catalog has fabulous new things to create with and I cannot wait to play with it all.

I know you will want all the wonderful new papers, embellishments and ribbons too but you would need to spend over $650 to get it all right now.  I want you to have it all as soon as possible so I am once again offering Barb's Product Shares!

I will place the first order for Barb's Product Shares on May 31st so if you want to get your Brand New Products quickly and at a great price, you will want to get on the list today.

Starting today, I am taking sign-ups for Barb's Product Shares at barb@barbstamps.com and I will start sending paypal invoices on May 24th.  If you prefer to pay by credit card instead of paypal, let me know when you sign up.

More details and photos will be posted in accordance with Stampin' Up! gudelines.

Please choose from the following options:

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"I Want it All" Share - includes:
*78 - 6x6 sheets of brand new Designer Series Papers and Specialty Papers
*188 embellishments (buttons, clips, dots and brads), the embellishments come packaged in one of our new Gift Bags and I promise you it will be super cute!
*39 yards of ribbon - Chevron, In Color and new colors of current styles
Introductory price - $79.99.  (add $5.60 if not a local pick up).
This special price is only valid through May 30, 2013 so be sure to sign up and save your spot today.  May 31st, 2013 the price will increase to $89.99.

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The "I Want it All" paper stack add on - If you purchase the "I Want it All" share, you will have the option of adding 100 - 6x6 sheets of the Designer Series Paper Stacks. The Paper Stacks have new patterns and of course will include the brand new In Colors.  The stack share is not available by itself.
Paper Stack Add On - $14.99 and this price includes FREE shipping!! 

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Designer Series Paper Only Share - includes 78 - 6x6 sheets of brand new Designer Series Papers and Specialty Paper.
Price $22.49 (add 5.60 if not a local pick up)

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Embellishment Share  - includes 188 buttons, clips, dots and brads packaged in a super cute new gift bag.
Price $24.49 (add 3.00 if not a local pick up)

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Chevron Ribbon Share includes:
24 total yards in 12 colors
Price - $26.49 (add $3.00 if not a localp ick up)

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2013-3015 In Color Ruffle Ribbon Share includes:
10 total yards in 5 colors
Price $11.49 (add $3.00 if not a local pick up)

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New Ribbon Bundle - includes:
24 total yards of Chevron Ribbon
10 total yards of the In Color Ribbon
BONUS - 10 total yards of the new colors of current ribbons
Price $38.99 (add $5.60 if not a local pick up)
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Each share will need four people to fill it, please email me at barb@barbstamps.com to reserve your spot and I will start payment invoicing May 24th, 2013.

I must have your payment by May 30th.  I will order the items on May 31st and will have everything for the first round out by Friday June 7th unless there are backordered items!

Join a share today, email me at barb@barbstamps.com

FREE Digital Download-Packed For You!

The Packed For You Designer Template is an adorable paper backpack that will make a great teacher's gift and the download is FREE!!

Use order code is #134687 when shopping in my store at www.shoppingwithbarb.com or you can click HERE to be directed there immediatley.

Download includes:
* 2-page décor template (8-1/2" x 11")
* 7 punches

Features:
* Digital exclusive
* Show all the teachers in your life that you care and appreciate them
* Fill the backpack with their favorite treats or a gift card
* Coordinates with the You Are So Nice Kit

Colors:
Apricot Appeal, Blushing Bride, Dusty Durango, Island Indigo, Pool Party, Rich Razzleberry, Wisteria Wonder

New My Digital Studio users can now get the software for only $19.95, that is a 75% price reduction! CLICK HERE to purchase the disc version or the download version.

Already have MDS:
If you purchased My Digital Studio prior to August 2012 and have not upgraded, you can now upgrade for FREE, click HERE for the easy upgrade instructions.

Try it before you buy it:
Download our FREE Trial Version from my Online Store HERE.
With the FREE 30-day trial, you’ll get:
* Full access to the software at NO COST for 30 days
* Full access to design tools to create cards, photobooks, calendars, and more
* Full access to a sample of exclusive artwork
* The chance to buy additional downloads that you can keep after your trial expires
* Ability to order your projects from our professional print services

Lookie what I have done:
For inspiration, check out my MDS projects HERE.

Who wants some Freebies? We have a number of FREE downloads for you to play with:

Packed For You - Digital Download 134687
Be Yourself May Wallpaper - Digital Download 133427
April Showers Wallpaper - Digital Download 133473
Spring To Life March Wallpaper - Digital Download 133025
Box Of Chocolates February Wallpaper - Digital Download 133023
Let It Snow January Wallpaper - Digital Download 132962
Bday Construction Treat Template - Digital Download 133423
For You From Us Designer Template - Digital Download 132810
No Regrets Pocket Cards - Digital Download 133387
Label This Designer Template - Digital Download 133267
Fruit And Flowers Designer Greeting Card Template - Digital Download 127547

Get 25 percent off select My Digital Studio content and print products.

The Fine Print

• Make sure you have the latest version of the MDS software to get the discounts on print products.
• Bulk pricing not included

Get 25% off select downloads, see them HERE.

Get 25% off Printed MDS Products, see the list HERE.

 

Best of Flowers Book Card

Last month, I posted THIS CARD with a video showing you how to make my Book Card. I recreated it this weekend using one of our retiring colors, Pretty in Pink, and one of the "Best of" sets. This set is called Best of Flowers (order it #133342)

The background was stamped using the large flourish image from Creative Elements (order it Clear #122647 or Wood #128526).

The frame image comes from the Four Frames set (order it in Clear #123442 or Wood #128589) and I used the Raspberry Ripple Stampin' Write Marker and simply omitted the bird in the corner.

My flower from the Best of Flowers set was stamped in Raspberry Ripple and Pretty in Pink was added with a Blender Pen.  I punched it out with the 1 1/4" Scallop Circle Punch (order it #127811).

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Coming this week, my NEW Catalog Product Shares!!

Don't forget that some My Digital Studio downloads are 25% off this month and so are Print Products.
See the discounted downloads HERE. 

See the discounted Print Product List Download MDS_discounted_Print_Products. 

 

Be a Big Shot at Home Class Starts This Week!

Round 6 of my Be a Big Shot At Home Class Series starts this Wednesday, May 15th!!!  Each month for four months, I send you supplies and instructions to create 3-4 Big Shot projects in the comfort of your own home using various dies and materials.

You will also receive the new Annual Catalog in May.

At the end of the series, you will receive a gift certificate from me in the amount of $150 to purchase your own Big Shot or any other catalog merchandise you need.  What are you waiting for, sign up today!!

Better yet, sign up with a friend and create the projects together each month!

Click this link to view the flyer and either call or email me with your info Download Be_A_Big_Shot_May2013

Some of the projects we created in Round 5 :-)

Here are some of the comments from my class participants:  

*Looking forward to the next stage of this big shot class in the mail  =)

*I loved everything you gave us in the Be a Big Shot at Home Classes.  Just wish I could buy all the goodies that go with them.  Thanks for all your hard work.

*I would love to join the next round of BSAH club. I've really enjoyed the projects and because of the samples you've sent, I have bought a few dies I had not planned on buying.

*Your projects are very creative and adorable. Keep up the good work.
*This was so much fun, sign me up for round five!

*Thanks! I have really enjoyed this series and am certainly interested in another round!  Great ideas as always!

*Thanks so much!  I certainly do want to be a part of Round 5!

 *Count me in!!!  I love this! Such an awesome idea and great ideas from you. 

Click to download the information sheet ---->  Download Be_A_Big_Shot_May2013

I look forward to stamping with you!

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I will be announcing my NEW Catalog Product Shares this week, stay tuned!!

Retiring Stamp Sets - Just Believe

**Participate in my Be a Big Shot at Home Club and I will give you a $150 Gift Certificate to purchase anything you want, get the deets HERE! We are starting next week so let me know if you would like to join us!

Another one of my favorite stamp sets is retiring.  Just Believe (order it in Clear #120453 or Wood #116948) has been a favoritte of mine for a while.  I really love the bold flower image.  Here are a few cards I have made using this wonderful set.

IMPORTANT!!  You can order retiring stamp sets and items from the current catalog through June 3rd AND you can order from the NEW Catalog starting May 31st.  It is the best of both worlds!!!

I used a brayer and torn copy paper to achieve the look on this card.

Use punches to highlight portions of stamped images.

Desk Calendars - FREE tutorial HERE.

Distressed stripes technique

 Fun with 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon and the Scallop Trim Border Punch (Order it #118402).

I used the Extra-Large Oval Punch (Order it #119859) to create the vase for this card.  I also used one of the retiring Paper Daisies (Order a package #119243) that I colored with a Pear Pizzazz Marker for the decorative element on the vase.

Barb's Reminders: 

• While you are shopping, be sure to visit the STAMPIN' UP! CLEARANCE RACK for additional retired items with savings up to 60% off!
• View all the Retiring Stamp Sets and Accessories HERE.
• Join my team today-Add sneak peak items from the NEW Catalog to your Starter Kit  and I will send you a fun gift, click HERE for the scoop.
• Participate in my Coast to Coast Stampin' Buddies and receive FREE step-by-step tutorials each month, free stamp sets and free buddie goodies!
• FREE Catalogs, I have FREE Catalogs for you, find out how to get yours HERE.
• All Online orders placed with me receive a Green Card.  Green isn't the color of the card, it means you can reuse it.

I would love for you to Like Me on Facebook!

Get Your NEW Catalog FREE!!

The release of the NEW Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog is an exciting time for me.  I would love to add your name to my list of FREE catalog recipients.

Here is a list of ways you can/will receive a FREE Catalog from me.  The following customers will receive the catalog automatically.

*Current customers placing regular orders through me, not just when I offer a special.
*Be a Big Shot at Home participants - the next round starts May 15th, click HERE for info on joining us.
*Coast to Coast Stampin' Buddies - must be current on your ordering - click HERE for the details on this program.
*Stamp Club Members local and long distance

If you are wondering if you will automatically receive a catalog from me, please EMAIL ME and I can check for you.