READY FOR EASTER!

I always like to take something for my family at our holiday get togethers - something cute, usually involves a treat and something homemade. I love the idea of this little decorated paper cup with lid - I received it from a fellow demonstrator - Nora Hampton

But sometimes I run out of time to come up with a cute idea like this - and thats why I LOVE the Stampin' Up! Paper Pumpkin kits - the March kit was perfect to help me put together cute gifts for family and friends - check it out:

In this kit - I received all the supplies to make 9 bunny bags and and 9 mini cards.

How cute are they! I just added some of my favourite treats inside - super easy!

I did add some fun little eyes on a few from supplies I had on hand.

And I used Peekaboo Peach, Sweet Sugarplum and Dapper Denim ink on the tags to match.

Stampin' Up! also provides great ideas on what else you can make with the supplies in the kit.

You can read more about these projects here.

Also there is a GREAT Facebook Group dedicated to Paper Pumpkin ideas 

You can check it out here.

And each month Stampin' Up! provides a video for how to put together the kit.

Here is March's Video

And since I've been a little behind on posting about the Paper Pumpkin kits (and because it goes along with this months theme of birthdays) I thought I would also share the February kit

MANY HAPPY BIRTHDAYS 

In this kit we received the supplies to make 9 of these unique cards that are perfect to hold a gift card or to be used as a party invite.

Here are three that I put together:

I also used Night of Navy ink and my balloon punch and balloon adventures stamp set.

And since its hard to show how these cards work - here is a quick video

The April Paper Pumpkin kit should be arriving any day to those who were luckily enough to subscribe by April 10th! I had a chance to see a sneak peak at the kit and I know you will have fun putting it together! Plus I'm excited to see the FREE gift included! 

If you don't want to miss out on getting the May kit - click here to subscribe - its easy!

You can either sign up for one to give it a try, do a 1, 3, 6, or 12 month subscription or subscribe for the automatic monthly delivery (and cancel at any time).

Here is one more video to explain what Paper Pumpkin is all about!

I hope you will give Paper Pumpkin a try - its so much fun!

TODAY IS THE DAY!

Today is my birthday - so lets celebrate! First I wanted to share with you some beautiful cards I have received from loved ones:

 My best friend April Watt created this beautiful card!

My Stampin' Up! Team Member - Amanda Farlinger (www.facebook.com/FromWhereIStamp)

My mom, Linda McCann, created this amazing card - she is just new at creating cards and is doing awesome!!! She also made me this gorgeous bed runner and pillow set - she is incredibly talented!

I'm so excited to offer today only FREE SHIPPING on all $50 and up orders emailed (amy.grendel@gmail.com) to me (by 8pm)! Just my way of extending the celebration of my birthday to you! And as a thank you - all orders placed over the month you will receive a free gift and a free birthday card from me :)

PLUS - later today I will be emailing details about the retiring products - so you may want to get your order in right away if something catches your eye...be aware that its only while supplies last. I will try my best to keep an updated list available for you to review each week, as products do go fast - especially the retiring 2015-2017 In Colours...

AND Today is the last day to sign-up and get the special Sara kit that includes 12 cards, a new colour; Lemon-Lime Twist, and a stamp set with words written in Sara’s actual handwriting! Don’t forget to tell your friends to sign up too! 

I actually got a sneak peak of this kit on the weekend and I know you will love it. I can't wait to see what the free gift is that is included in each box! To order either email me or sign up by clicking here!

And finally as explained at the beginning of the month, we have a prize for EACH WEEK this month and the winner of the FIRST WEEK APRIL PRIZE (Love You Lots stamp set) is....

This weeks prize is:

PARTY ANIMAL DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PACK

Each sheet is double sided for double the creative options

12 - 12x12 sheets, 2 each of 6 double-sided designs

To enter - be sure to post your latest creation (our theme this month is birthday cards!) on the FB Group page, add someone to the FB Group page, comment, share posts and comment on blog posts. 

Can't wait to see who is our next winner!

BIRTHDAY CARDS & FREE SHIPPING!

We are almost at the end of our first week of April - have you had a chance to enter in to win this weeks prize? Check out my last post for all the details - the draw will happen on Monday!

Also I wanted to share with you some projects I have been making for friends and family celebrating birthdays this month....

I love the Succulent Garden Suite!

Product List

Oh So Succulent Photopolymer Bundle [145184] $63.00	Succulent Garden Designer Series Paper [142778] $14.50	Tip Top Taupe 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138336] $10.00	2016-2018 In Color Enamel Shapes [141410] $12.00
Sweet Sugarplum Classic Stampin' Pad [141395] $8.50	Mint Macaron Classic Stampin' Pad [138326] $8.50	Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [126953] $8.50

I also continue to go back to the Lift Me Up bundle (the papers are no longer available as Sale-A-Bration is done, but if you want to play around with them and the stamps and die set come out to my Open Studio on April 21st)

Here I made a z-fold card and a matching gift bag:

Product List

Lift Me Up Clear-Mount Bundle [144712] $59.25	Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138337] $10.00	Peekaboo Peach 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [141417] $10.00	Watermelon Wonder 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138334] $10.00	Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100867] $10.00
Mint Macaron Classic Stampin' Pad [138326] $8.50	Peekaboo Peach Classic Stampin' Pad [141398] $8.50	Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [126970] $8.50	Watermelon Wonder Classic Stampin' Pad [138323] $8.50

I was also requested to do a gift certificate for my friend and made this cute card holder for her to match - gift certificates are the perfect, they can either purchase product or sign up for a class with the gift certificate. Email me for more details on how to get a gift certificate for someone on your list!

Product List

Peekaboo Peach 3/8" (1 Cm) Ruched Ribbon [141427] $10.75

Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies [145372] $40.00

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [140272] $9.25

Just a reminder that some of the above projects are made using the 2015-2017 In Colours and those will be retiring at the end of May, but as supplies run low they might not be available much longer so make sure to order your ink pads, refills, papers and ribbons now before they are gone!

Also my birthday is just around the corner 

so I thought that I would offer:

FREE SHIPPING on all $50 orders or more  

EMAILED to me on April 10th (my birthday)

If you have any questions feel free to email me - amy.grendel@gmail.com

Also I love that Stampin' Up! is also celebrating big on my birthday with a special 

Paper Pumpkin kit - sign up by April 10th to get the specially designed, all in one kit. 

It also comes with a free gift! 

Check out this video from Sara as she explains more about this months kit:

APRIL MEANS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!!!

I'm so excited for this month at Create & Share - because I have a birthday this month (and so many of my family and friends do too) I thought I would party all month long here too with some great giveaways and prizes! Are you up for some birthday fun?!?!

APRIL CLASS

For this months card class we will be making 3 different cards - 2 of each for a total of 6 cards. Plus if you place a qualifying order the class is FREE!

We will be doing a Mother's Day card, a Father's Day card and a fun birthday card. If you don't need one of these - I'm making it simple to switch out the sentiment to make it for anyone! 

There are 6 seats remaining so please email to reserve your spot. And if you reserve a spot for a friend you'll get a special surprise form me!

Check out the details here:

APRIL OPEN STUDIEO

I also have an Open Studio evening on Friday, April 21 from 6-9pm. Cost is $15 or Free with an order and includes access to my Big Shot, punches and select stamps and ink. There will also be one Make and Take project provided if you wish to do one. Light snacks provided. There are 4 seats remaining if you would like to reserve your spot please email me.

WEEKLY GIVEAWAY (THIS MONTHLY ONLY)

If you attend a Create & Share event, participate in online challenges or discussions, sign up for a class or place an order with me in person, via email or online using the code HOST CODE you will be entered to win one of the WEEKLY prizes this month - in honour of it being my birthday month! 

Our first weeks prize is the - 

Love You Lots Clear-Mount Stamp Set -Take a cute animal, add a heartfelt sentiment, and you have a one-of-a-kind, handmade-from-the-heart card. The animal images are also adorable on cards and scrapbook pages for children. This set is certain to become a go-to for your card making.

Make sure to check out my Giveaway tab at the top to find out about all the upcoming/current giveaways!

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

I just sent out my April newsletter (check your junk folder) - if you wish to receive it in your inbox on the first of each month please let me know by sending me an email or signing up here.

MONTHLY CHALLENGE

So lets kick the month off with our monthly creative challenge. For each card you share your name will be added to the Monthly Giveaway! 

BIRTHDAY CARDS!

I would love to encourage you to make one or more birthday cards this month - keep it as simple or as creative you like. Make sure to take a picture of it and share in the Create & Share Facebook Group. Don't forget to decorate the envelope! 

Need some more ideas.... check out this video from Stampin' Up!