Chalk Talk Stamp Set and Framelits Die Set

Well here we are at the begining of the launch of the new Stampin Up Catalogue and I am SO excited and already have a HUGE wish list of new goodies to play with and I want to share one with you today. And it is called ...

Chalk Talk

This versatile stamp set of 6 Vintage/Retro Styles stamps (available in wood mounted or clear stamps) have been expertly co-ordinated with the Chalk Talk Framlelits Sizzix Big Shot Die. If you then add to the mix one of Stampin Ups Embossing Folders to create dimensions with texture and you can make gift tags, card toppers, gift wrap and so much more. I just know this is going to be a very popular new addition to the Stampin Up Collection of quality stamping supplies and accessories. I know it is going to be the very first order I place for my own purposes! So watch this space as I will be playing as soon as the set arrives.

Below is an example of what you can make with the stamp set and Die. So you know you want the set ... then order the bundle containing the stamp set in either wood mount of clear stamps, and the co-ordinating framelits with an additional 15% saving if you ordered them seperately.

 

Chalk Talk Bundle

Buy the Chalk Talk Stamp Set and coordinating

Chalk Talk Framelits Dies (p. 187) at a 15% discount.

| £37.25 132731 Wood-Mount Bundle

| £32.95 132730 Clear-Mount Bundle

You can browse the whole catalogue from  my Demonstrator Website.

 

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/stampinupatthewarren

 

Unfortunately the shop function is not yet active, but you can contact me to place your order by:

 

Telephone: 08432896848 or 07759587004

 

email: kim.tolton@btopenworld.com

The Stampin Trimmer

I love my Stampin Trimmer ... I use it on every product I produce and in every demonstration during my classes and workshops. I can cut my card kits so quickly which saves me valuable time! All my class attendees have fallen in love with this amazing paper and card trimmer and most have purchased one for themselves. Most have used cheaper trimmers but were converted the the stampin trimmer after using it in class.

Here is a webinar to watch and below that is the main reasons why the Stampin Trimmer should be an essential part of your cardcraft and scrapbooking toolkit!

The new and improved Stampin’ Trimmer! Although paper trimmers are a common crafting tool, this trimmer was designed exclusively by paper crafters for paper crafters—and because it was made by Stampin’ Up!, you know it’s a cut above the rest!

Features of the All-New Stampin’ Trimmer

• An extra-wide 15.9 cm cutting base and an extended 39 cm ruler
  • The extra-wide cutting base provides a large work area and is marked in 4 mm increments, allowing for small measurements.
  • The right-side grid helps you measure and cut very thin strips.
  • The extended cutting arm has a stabilizing leg to provide a sturdy and steady cutting surface for longer cuts.
  • When fully extended, the extended cutting arm sits flush with the trimmer base, providing more accurate and consistent measurements across the entire surface.
  • All rulers and measurements on the base are printed under a plastic cover so your measurements won’t wear off.
  • The base has nonskid feet, which keeps the Stampin’ Trimmer securely in place on your work area.
• A full 30.5 cm cutting and scoring track
  • The extra-long cutting track has space at the top and bottom so you don’t have to take the cutting and scoring blades out when you’re not using them.
  • The track gives you enough space to cut or score a full 30.5 cm without having to remove or switch out handles.
  • The cutting track locks in place for secure storage or transport.
  • The track includes an insertion point for cutting and scoring blade handles so you can easily insert handles into the cutting track.
• Specially designed handles and cutting track to ensure straight cuts
  • The hook on the scoring and cutting blade handles keeps the handles stable so the cuts are as straight as possible.
  • Handles come in two colors: dark for cutting, light for scoring.
  • The precision tip on the cutting blade allows you to pinpoint precisely where you’re cutting.
  • The point on the side of each handle shows you where the blade will cut, making it easy to see exactly where your cuts and scores will begin.
• Storage compartment under base
  • The storage compartment holds scoring and cutting tools such as a Bone Folder, Simply Scored Stylus, extra scoring and cutting blades and even business cards.
  • Separate compartments within the storage compartment keep your tools organized, and the clear cover makes it easy to see what you’ve stored.
• Product details: item 129722; 33,95 €/£25.95

If, like me you feel unable to make your creations without a quality, top notich trimmer, then why not place your order simply by phoning me (08432896848 or 07759587004_ opt email me at kim.tolton@btopenworld.com

Go on ... you know you just want one ... take the plunge today

Tea Shoppe retiring stamp set and 3D project

Well Stampin Up! is on the cusp of the 2013/14 Stampin Up! Catalogue launch, and today they have disclosed the retirement list of stamps and accessories. You can view these lists via my demonstrator website http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/stampinupatthewarren/promotions and you can also browse the catalogues via this link to view the items on the lists.

Be Sure to check out both the Stamps retiring list AND the Accessories (ink pads, cardstock, tools ets) list.

The stamp set that saw me joinging the ranks as a Stampin Up Demonstrator, was the Tea Shoppe stamp set. And yes, you have guessed it, this beautiful set is on the retiring list ... So I thought I would wet your appetite, and encourage you to see just why you too would love this stamp set, I have added the webinar below featuring this stamp set to create a fabulous 3D project. I just know that you will be queing up to purchase your set before the stocks run out ...
 

 

 

So what did you think? Great project and so easy to do when you know how. The webinar is great to follow as you put your own project together ... just remember to order your stamp set first!

 

If you would like to make this project in class or via a virtual class then contact me today to book your place. Why not bring a friend or two along with you?

 

Stampin Up! is still working on the on-line shopping facility so this remains unavailable but you can always place an order by sending me a PM, email: kim.tolton@btopenworld, or phone: 08432896848 or 07759587004

Happy browsing... http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/stampinupatthewarren/promotions

 

Happy Browsing and Happy Stamping

Shop Online with Stampin Up!

Yes, you read that right .... you can now order online direct from my Demonstrator Website

Even Better, you do not need to know the product code as you can browse the products by categories and suites. It is user friendly and  if you spend £150 or more you will qualify for hostess credits ... YES!! I hear you cry.

So I shall say no more than to say .... click on the link below and it will take you straight to the website to begin browsing, shopping, or even make enquiries about becoming a demonstrator.

Just Click Here to start the journey to self fulfillment :)

 

Kim xxx

The Sizzix Big Shot for Stampin' Up!

Are you looking for the paper crafters ultimate guilty pleasure?

If so, here is the perfect Christmas Gift for someone special

I don't know about you but I couldn't!

The Sizzix Big Shot Manual Die Cutter is excellent for those of you who want to widen your horizons when working with card and papercraft. There are die or making small gift/favour boxes. Die to produce lace or doily effects (which are SO on Trend at the moment), you can avoid spending ages scoring card/papers to make rosettes as there is a die for those too .... Even letters allowing you to personalise your makes. Stampin Up has also brought out Thinlets Die that make your card in just a few rotations of the Big Shots handle! (more of that another day).

But not only does the Sizzix Big Shot cut shapes for you, it also embosses by using embossing folders. The different types of die/embossing folders, require different thicknesses of 'plates' to produce beautiful, professional finishes to your creations. To help you, here is a small webinar to help you on your way. If you decide you MUST HAVE one ... then just contact me to place your order (details below).

If you are local to me, then pop along to one of my workshops and get to play with mine before you order ...

 

Do not be anxious about what the Die are and how to use the different plates ... that is what us Demonstrators are here for. I am always happy to accept questions from people on how to use the Big Shot Die Cutting Machine. No question is too small or silly. If you wan to know how to do something, you can bet your bottom dollar that many other people want (or have wanted) to know the very same thing. So be bold and ask away either by adding a comment to this blog (that takes real courage); email me via kim.tolton@btopenworld.com or telephone me on

01245327772 or 07759587004

Alternatively, order online via my Demonstrator Website by clicking here

 

This and That

 

Your life is: Fabulous. Quirky. Exciting. Perfectly messy. And happening really fast. So we’re happy to introduce our newest product line that lets you capture it all on-the-go. This and That will debut in the 2013-2014 annual catalogue, but we’re giving you and everybody else the chance to get it now.

 

 

131268	Epic Day This and That Journal	13.50 €/£9.95
130814	Epic Day This and That Designer Series Paper	13.25 €/£9.95
131463	Remember This and That Rotary Stamp	6.95 €/£5.50
131271	Epic Day This and That Designer Stickers	5.95 €/£4.50
131269	Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape	5.95 €/£4.50
133905	Epic Day This and That Bundle Includes the five This and That products listed above. Only available in a bundle until May 31.	38.76 €/£29.24 15% Off Retail Value!

 

Read On . . .

We’re introducing the line with these five products, but we’ll be adding more This and That products as time goes on.

Bundle Dates: 1–31 May (remember the items that come in the bundle will be available in June and in the new catalogue, but we’re only offering the discounted bundle until 31 May).  

 

I am SO excited and will be ordering my bundle today so my workshop attendees can see the new products and take advantage of the 15% discount during the run up to the launch. I am so pleased to see Washi Tape in there. I love using it to stick notes to scrapbook pages, give an aged look to gift boxes or greetings cards and SO much more ....

 

But you do not need to to attend one of my workshops to place the order. Anyone can order TODAY so contact me to place your order and see for yourself whay we are all so delighted with these new products!

 

Email: kim.tolton@btopenworld.com

Phone: 07759587004 or 08432896848

or pop along in person if you are local to me

The Warren, Woodham Road

Battlesbridge, Essex SS11 7QW

 

Kim

New Cardcraft & Scrapbooking Workshops

Workshop Schedule

 

Here at the Warren HQ we are now offering 4 regular weekly workshops

£10 per session or £18 if you attend 2 sessions per week.

If you introduce a new crafter to our workshops and they attend at least one session, you will receive a free session from any of the 4 weekly classes.

 

The cost includes 2 demonstrations of a combination of products and tequniques that will inspire you to make beautiful scrapbooks, cards, gift boxes, tags etc & all the materials to replicate the demonstration items using our card& paper stash, embelishments etc. If you prefer to have a kit to do, then give us 5 working days notice and we will prepare the kits for you. Workshops are open to all, from novices to the more experienced crafter. The sessions are fun and you make new friends too! and all whilst learning new skills.

 

Tea/Coffee & homemade cakes, bakes or cookies included in the price

 

Whilst I will be demonstrating Stampin Up! products, there is no commitment or requirement to purchase. However, catalogues will be available to browse during the coffee break, or take away with you. If you decide to place an order, you can do so at at the end of class or phone me later in the week with. I place orders weekly on Mondays allowing me to offer free postage  where orders are combined.

You are welcome to place an order any time between my regular orders but there is a postage fee of £5.00 per order (or spread between others who place orders at the same time).

 

The Workshops run as follows:

 

Wednesdays

 

Scrapbooking 10:00 - 13:00hrs

 

Cardcraft 15:00 - 18:00hrs

 

 

Fridays

Cardcraft 10:00 - 13:00hrs

Scrapbooking 19:00 -22:00hrs


 

 

Our Memory Maker & Memory Keeper Scrapbooking sessions run on an ad hoc basis.

 

We also host Kids Scrapbooking, Box Decorating, and Card Making Parties

Suitable for Children of 7 years and over

 

To have a chat about our workshops or to book your place, you can contact us:

 

Phone: 07759587004 or 08432896848

 

Email: kim.tolton@btopenworld.com

 

Or pop along for a chat and a cuppa @ The Warren, Woodham Road, Battlesbridge, SS11 7QW 

Colour Refresh 2013-14 Annual Catalogue

COLOUR REFRESH

In 2010 Stampin Up! did a big colour renovation and they shared their plans for smaller colour refreshes every three to five years to keep their colours on trend. Well it has been three years and they are excited to announce that the upcoming 2013-2014 annual catalogue will include 10 new colours (most of which are returning colours© from previous years)!

Below you will find the changes to the 4 Colour Collections that will be featured in the new catalogue. If you favourite colours are some of the ones that are being discontinued, then you have until 31 May 2013 to stock up on your cardstock, designer series papers, ink pads, ink refils, marker pens, brads, buttons etc.

WHAT THE REFRESH LOOKS LIKE

Q: What are the new core colours, and

what are the In Colors that are returning as core colours?

A: The four new colours are called

Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Smoky Slate, and Soft Sky.

 

The six returning In Colors as core colours are

Blushing Bride, Calypso Coral, Island Indigo, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party,

and Wisteria Wonder.

 

THE REASON FOR THESE CHANGES.

Why are colours being discontinued?

Stampin Up!retired colours based on sales history and focus group feedback.

They also looked at the overall colour offering and determined

what colours were not working with others.

 

They also sent out surveys, looked at trends,

and determined what colours are out of date, etc.

Why have some of the carryover colours changed collections?

With the changes, Stampin Up! found that a few colours fit better

in a different collection.

They have also organised the colours to be more

complementary within each collection.

Check out the colours displayed in their new collections!

 

Brights

 

Melon Mambo

Daffodil Delight

Real Red

Rich Razzleberry

Tempting Turquoise

Pumpkin Pie

Bermuda Bay

Pacific Point

Tangerine Tango

Old Olive

DISCONTINUED

Regal Rose

 

 Subtles

 

Pink Pirouette

Calypso Coral

So Saffron

Wisteria Wonder

Wild Wasabi

Pear Pizzaz

Soft Sky

Pool Party

Blushing Bride

Marina Mist

 

DISCONTINUED

Pretty in Pink

Bashful Blue

Certainly Celery

Baja Breeze

 

 

Regals

 

Cherry Cobbler

Crushed Curry

Night of Navy

Cajun Craze

Rose Red

Elegant Eggplant

Always Artichoke

Perfect Plum

Garden Green

Island Indigo

 

DISCONTINUED

Riding Hood Red

Bravo Burgundy

Not Quite Navy

More Mustard

 

 Neutrals

 

Whisper White

Very Vanilla

Crumb Cake

Early Espresso

Sahara Sand

Soft Suede

Chocolate Chip

basic Grey

Basic Black

Smokey Slate

 

DISCONTINUED

River Rock

 



 

If you would like to place ask any questions, place an order or arrange a workshop,

then contact me via: 

 

Telephone: 07759587004 or 01245327772

email: kim.tolton@btopenworld.com

 

 

Scrapbooking

Introduction to Scrapbooking Workshop 29 March 2013

 

The first in a course of scrapbooking workshops for newcomers to the pastime.

A great fun evening was had with lots of group participation in the various skills demonstrated

Lots of Easter Cake and biscuits too!

 

 

The conservatory set up ready to rock and roll

 

 

and of course I had to have some of my cards on show, to help demonstrate how different colour combinations can work well together. I also made some goodie bags for the guests containing mini creme eggs since it was Good Friday - except the crafters left without taking them. I'll pass them on with their orders

 

 

We spent time talking about what scrapbook is, and how personal it is, by capturing moments in time using a combination of photos or other memorobilia, journalling (either hand written or with the use of rubber stamps), and beautiful papers and embellishments. The other important discussion was about what tools and kit is essential if you want to do scrapbooking as a hobby.

 

 

I had a couple of Stamping Ups scrapbook folders for people to look at. the ring binder 8" comes in 2 neutral colours. The 12" post folder comes in red and navy with limited stocks.

 

 

The demonstration included choosing colour combinations to fit with your theme and photograph colours, demystifying rubber stamping and using the Big Shot Die Cutting machine to make frames and embellishments (we made rossettes and paper roses), which adhesives are used for different uses, and of course the use of Stampin Up!'s amazing punches.

 

 

Then we just HAD to stop for apple pies, biscuits and coffee - and out of nowhere came a Flake Chocolate Cake .... yum!

 

 

Then it was the guests turn to be creative with support from myself (I'm the one in the striped jumper on the right) - do not say a word!

 

 

It is harder than you think, to take your precious memories and then wanting to do them proud. But everyone became brave and even had some cutting up of photographs to make the page say what they wanted. One gem was finding a grocery list written on the back of a photo in their Mums handwriting ... how special

 

 

And another page was made to celebrate the birth and childhood of her first baby daughter! A Goth from the start!!

 

Everyone went away with their page, including a page protector, but not before the orders were taken

 

 

A productive evening with everyone eager to return in 2 weeks to continue. Next time - embossing!

Click on the catalogues below to view the Annual and the Spring Summer Catalogues

 

Stampin Up! 2012/2013 Annual Catalogue

Stampin Up! 2013 Spring/Summer Catalogue

 

Contact me to place your order today

Mobile: 07759587004

Phone: 01245327772

email: kim.tolton@btopenworld.com 

 

The Joy of Crafting

If you cannot wait to order your catalogue(s) then double click

the catalogue photos below to view the flip books for the

2012/13 Annual Catalogue and the

2013 Spring/Summer catalogues

2012/13 Stampin Up! Catalogue   

 

   

Stampin Up 2013 Summer Catalogue

Place your order now!

Tel: 07759587004 or 08432896848

email: kim.tolton@btopenworld.com

We have 10 places available on our next workshop on

Wednesday 17 April 2013 12:00 to 17:00.

£10 per person or free if you place an order of £30 and above.

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Book your place on our Memory Maker Scrapbook Workshop
10 places available for people living with cancer or other life limiting diseases
make memories for you and your family using scrapbooking
11am to 4pm at The Warren HQ
Refreshments provided
Wednesday 24 April 2013

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Book your place on our Memory Keeper Workshop
10 placed available for the bereaved to keep memories of their loved ones
 alive by developing scrapbooking skills
11am to 4pm at The Warren HQ
Refreshments provided
Wednesday 1st May 2013

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See our Events and Classes page for more information

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Scrapbooking Workshop for 29 March 2013 is now fully subscribed

 

Book your place or place your order today!!

email: kim.tolton@btopenworld 

Telephone: 07759587004

Mobile: 07759587004

These deliciousness delights have arrived  in my stampin up! parcel today

now to  get craftiing ... I feel a  scrapbook page coming on ...

  Tea for Two designer series Papers  (129311)

Tea Time Trinkets (129326)

Artisan Embellishments Kit (129328)

Textured Impressions Embossing Folder - Honeycomb (129378)

I have spent a couple of days crafting with my 'Tea Shoppe' Stamp Set

and the 'From the Heart' Stamp Set.

The cards are made from the Regals Collection 12"x12" cardstock

& the co-oordinating Designer Series Paper Stack

The Rosettes are made using the new Designer Rossette Bigs XL Die

The cards were embellished with BasicPearl Jewels, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Linen Thread and New Cherry Cobbler Bakers Twine

I used left over cardstock and backing papers

to make small thank

you cards.

Order your catalogue today

Get in touch NOW to book your party, workshop, class 

or simply send me your order today

kim.tolton@btopenworld.com or 01245327772

If you choose to join Team Warren ...you will be in for a treat as if you join now you not will be earning a discount on your favourite stamps but you will also get an extra choose your own tarter kit of products and just pay £99

Call or email me if you are thinking about joining our Team!

kim.tolton@btopenworld.com or 01245327772

Stampin Up 2012/13 Catalogue £5.00 - order today