Design Team Tuesday - In Color Madness (Part 2)... and SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFER!!

Daphne Wright, Bella B Design Team Diva

Each month, I will be challenging a different Bella B Design Team Member to use a limited number of supplies and create to their heart's content! Daphne Wright is the July 2009 Bella B Design Team Diva (and my fabulous new downline - welcome to the family, Daphne!!).

DAPHNE'S MISSION:
Create anything you want with the new In Colors only!!! Daphne's design packet included:

• In Color Cardstock: 2 sheets of each color in 8-1/2 x 11; 1 sheet in Crushed Curry and 1 sheet in Melon Mambo of 12x12 textured.
• In Color Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon: Approximately 1 yard each of Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, and Soft Suede Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon.
• In Color Ink: All 6 new In Color Classic Stampin’ Pads.
• Stamp Sets: Pocket Silhouettes.
• Other Cardstock: 2 sheets of Whisper White.
• Embellishments: ½ pack of Build-A-Brad Pewter, Assorted Rhinestone Brads, 2 Crushed Curry Top Note Die Cuts, Assorted In Color Birds and Blooms Die Cuts.

Today, enjoy her final creations and be sure to CHECK BACK TOMORROW FOR A SUPER SPECIAL IN COLOR BUNDLE OFFER YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS!!!

THANK YOU CARD

Recipe - Thank You Card
Cardstock: Soft Suede, Dusty Durango, Whisper White
Ink: Dusty Durango
Stamp set: Upsy Daisy
Ribbon: Soft Suede Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon

BIRTHDAY LAYOUT

Recipe - Birthday Layout
Cardstock: Textured 12x12 Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, Soft Suede, Whisper White
Stamp Set: Upsy Daisy (sentiment), Pocket Silhouettes (for Build A Brads)
Accessories: Build A Brad, Soft Suede Polka Dot Grosgrin Ribbon

MEMO HOLDER

Recipe - Memo Holder
Cardstock: Soft Suede
Accessories: Crushed Curry Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, Assorted Rhinestone Brads, Assorted In Color Birds and Blooms Big Shot Die Cuts

Daphne, thanks for sharing your wonderful creations! You are a true talent!

CHECK BACK TOMORROW FOR THE SUPER SPECIAL IN COLOR BUNDLE OFFER!!!


Katie Burke
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Design Team Tuesday - In Color Madness! (Part 1)

Daphne Wright, Bella B Design Team Diva

Each month, I will be challenging a different Bella B Design Team Member to use a limited number of supplies and create to their heart's content! Daphne Wright is the July 2009 Bella B Design Team Diva (and my fabulous new downline - welcome to the family, Daphne!!).

DAPHNE'S MISSION:
Create anything you want with the new In Colors only!!! Daphne's design packet included:

• In Color Cardstock: 2 sheets of each color in 8-1/2 x 11; 1 sheet in Crushed Curry and 1 sheet in Melon Mambo of 12x12 textured.
• In Color Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon: Approximately 1 yard each of Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, and Soft Suede Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon.
• In Color Ink: All 6 new In Color Classic Stampin’ Pads.
• Stamp Sets: Pocket Silhouettes.
• Other Cardstock: 2 sheets of Whisper White.
• Embellishments: ½ pack of Build-A-Brad Pewter, Assorted Rhinestone Brads, 2 Crushed Curry Top Note Die Cuts, Assorted In Color Birds and Blooms Die Cuts.

Today, we will begin to explore what she created! It is amazing what a little ink, ribbon, and cardstock can do!

HAPPY SCRAPPY PAGE

Happy Scrappy Page Recipe:
Cardstock: 12x12 Textured Melon Mambo, Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Whisper White
Stamps: Upsy Daisy, Pocket Silhouettes
Accessories: Crushed Curry Polka Dot Grosgrain, Build a Brad

PURSE CARD

Purse Card Recipe:
Cardstock: Bermuda Bay, Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry, Whisper White
Stamps: Bella Toile, Upsy Daisy (sentiment)
Ink: Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad and Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad
Accessories: Melon Mambo Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, Assorted Rhinestone Brads, Assorted In Color Birds and Blooms Big Shot Die Cuts

HAPPY CLIP MAGNET

Happy Clip Magnet Recipe:
Accessories: Assorted Birds and Blooms Big Shot Die Cuts from Bermuda Bay, Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry. Melon Mambo Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon.
Miscellaneous: Large clip magnet.

Amazing job, Daphne!! Thanks for your hard work and we can't wait to see what you come up with for next week!

Be sure and check back next Tuesday for Daphne's newest creations and a SUPER SPECIAL IN COLOR BUNDLE OFFER!!!


Katie Burke
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Friday Wrap Up (On Wednesday) 06/24/2009

Happy Wednesday! I have missed a Friday Wrap Up or 2 in the past couple of weeks and wanted to take the time to fill you in on some happenings!

It is an exciting time in the Stampin' Up! year! The current catalog is winding down and the new catalog starts on 07/01/2009! Please see below for special offers and events information! I hope to see you all this weekend for Friday PMS Night and Super Saturday!!

KATIE'S PETAL PARTY BUNDLE!
Click HERE for details on a great bundle with FREEBIE!

BIG SHOT STARTER KIT RETIRING:
Click HERE for details on this great bundle of products (products will be available in the new catalog, but not as a kit).

BELLA B DESIGNS T-SHIRTS!
Click HERE to find out how you can get $2 off of every PMS Night!!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• June 26th: Friday PMS Night 4-10 p.m. at PGUMC. Part of 2-day event.
• June 27th: Super Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at PGUMC. Part of 2-day event. ADULTS ONLY.
• June 30th: Last day to order from current catalog! Bella B Designs T-Shirt sales end (see attached graphic and description below).
• July 1st: Customer sales period begins for the new Stampin' UP! Idea Book and Catalog.
• July 10th: Friday PMS Night 4-10 pm at PGUMC (part of 2-day event).
• July 11th: Super Saturday & “Out with the Old Sale” ** ADULTS ONLY - 10 am to 10 pm (part of 2-day event).
• July 17th: Happy Hostess 7-9 pm*
• July 20th: Happy Hostess 7-9 pm*

*HAPPY HOSTESS WORKSHOPS INFORMATION

• Location: Pleasant Grove UMC Fellowship Hall.
• Cost: FREE (donations to PGUMC welcome).
• Just like in-home workshops, but hostesses won't have to make snacks OR clean the house!
• 4 hostess slots each month.
• Walk-ins welcomed (PRIOR to the start of the workshop). Assigned to established hostess groups.
• 2 hostesses meet at same time (hostess group A and hostess group B).
• Participants each take home a scrapbooking make and take, a card make and take, and Big Shot item.
• Light refreshments available.
• Each hostess earns all hostess benefits from orders received from guests in own hostess group (A or B respectively).
• 10% of my profit will go to Pleasant Grove UMC.

LOOKING FOR HAPPY HOSTESSES!! CONTACT ME ASAP TO SIGN UP!

EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT PMS NIGHTS

• Location: Pleasant Grove UMC Fellowship Hall.
• Cost: $10.00 per person OR $5 each when you bring a (new to my events) friend.
• Popcorn, Music, and "Scramping!" Enjoy getting away from it all and work on your scrapbooking/stamping ("scramping") projects. Ample table space to spread out and get creative.
• Make and Take project.
• My tools and professional assistance will be available.
• "Kelsie's Korner"
  Fee: $3 fee per child for the 8-12 year olds. Make and Take project, refreshments, and cropping space at "Kelsie's Korner" (table set up for younger folks). Attendees 13+ (or who sit at regular tables and/or do adult make and takes) considered adults.
  Important Information: Requirements are that children be 8+, able to sit at the table for an extended period of time without being disruptive, and they must respect the products they are invited to use, as well as the adults that are trying to work quietly along with them. I will remind the children of the rules at beginning of evening. Please bring enough for your child to work for entire night (“scramping” projects, coloring books, quiet games, small craft projects to share, whatever they can work on independently and quietly), as they will not be allowed on the playground or at the foosball table. Feel free to bring items to add to a “community craft bucket” if you wish.

JUNE AND JULY 2-DAY EVENTS INFORMATION:

FRIDAY PMS NIGHTS: Same as regular PMS Nights except:

• You may leave your supplies overnight . Only unload your car once! Disclaimer: Pleasant Grove UMC, nor I, will be responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.

JUNE AND JULY SUPER SATURDAYS: Same as regular PMS Nights except:

• ADULTS ONLY!
• 12 uninterrupted hours of "scramping" time!
• Bring your own sack lunch/dinner. (Dominos delivers; not included in entry fee)
• July Super Saturday “Out with the Old and In with the New” sale**: Bring your old craft supplies and sell them yardsale-style! All proceeds will be converted into a credit toward BRAND NEW merchandise in the newly-released catalog with 10% of my profit going to Pleasant Grove UMC. Please RSVP early if you intend to sell so that ample space is available!

Have a great rest of your week and let's have some SCRAMPIN' FUN this weekend!

Katie Burke
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Design Team Tuesday - Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit (part 4) and SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFER!

Victoria Martin
Bella B Design Team Diva

Each month, I will be challenging a different Bella B Design Team Member to use a limited number of supplies and create to their heart's content! June's Design Team Diva is Victoria Martin .

VICTORIA'S MISSION: Create anything you want with:

• Only 1/2 of a Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit
• 1 yard each of Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, and Old Olive 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• A few Rhinestone Brads

Today is the final installment in this series! Be sure to scroll all the way down for a SPECIAL OFFER!

ALL AROUND FLOWER 12x12 LAYOUT:

Recipe – All Around Flower 12x12 Layout
Stamp Sets: Itty Bitty Backgrounds (retired)
Ink: Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
Cardstock: Old Olive, So Saffron
Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit, Build-A-Brads, Scallop Border Punch, Stampin' Dimensionals
Tools: 1/2" Circle Punch
Miscellaneous:


FLOWERS UP 12x12 LAYOUT

Recipe – Flowers Up 12x12 Layout
Stamp Sets:
Ink: Pixie Pink Classic Stampin' Pad
Cardstock: Pixie Pink, Whisper White
Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit, Rhinestone Brads,
Tools:
Miscellaneous:

ENTIRE GROUP OF PROJECTS:



Look at all you can create with just 1/2 of the Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit.... and look at what you STILL have leftover from that 1/2 of a kit:

Victoria did a great job showing how versatile the products from this kit are! Not only are they beautiful projects, she still has the leftovers in the photo above PLUS an entire additional 1/2 kit!!

SPECIAL OFFER: KATIE'S PETAL PARTY BUNDLE

When you purchase:

• Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit (item 113059) at $19.95
  AND
• Circle Fire Rhinestone Brads (item 109110) at $10.95

Choose for FREE:

• Your choice of coordinating Pumpkin Pie (item 109030), Whisper White (109025), or Old Olive (item 111368) 1/4" grosgrain ribbon for FREE!

Offer valid through 06/30/2009. Order must be placed with me in person or via phone/email. You cannot get this offer when ordering online, as it is a special offered by me and not Stampin' Up!

Victoria, thanks for your hard work on these beautiful projects! All of these creations will be on display during my 2-day event this weekend, so don't miss out!

WHEN:

• Friday PMS Night 06/26/2009 from 4 pm to 10 pm
• Super Saturday 06/27/2009 (adults only) from 10 am to 10 pm

LOCATION:
Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.

COST: $10 per event or $15 if you choose to attend both!

I hope to see you all there!

Thanks for stopping by.... and have a happy day!


Katie Burke
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Design Team Tuesday - Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit (part 3)

Victoria Martin
Bella B Design Team Diva

Each month, I will be challenging a different Bella B Design Team Member to use a limited number of supplies and create to their heart's content! June's Design Team Diva is Victoria Martin .

VICTORIA'S MISSION: Create anything you want with:

• Only 1/2 of a Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit
• 1 yard each of Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, and Old Olive 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• A few Rhinestone Brads

Today, you can enjoy the third installment in this series!

HELLO CARD:

Recipe - Hello Card
Stamp Sets: None.
Ink: None.
Cardstock: Pumpkin Pie Cardstock.
Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit, Old Olive 1/4" grosgrain ribbon, Pumpkin Pie 1/4" grosgrain ribbon, Rhinestone Brads, Chipboard.
Tools: Scallop Border Punch.
Miscellaneous: Staples, stapler.

LITTLE SOMETHING CARD:

Recipe - Little Something Card
Stamp Sets: Yummy Sale-A-Bration Stamp Set.
Ink: Pixie Pink Classic Stampin' Pad.
Cardstock: Whisper White Cardstock. Pixie Pink Cardstock.
Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit, Whisper White 1/4" grosgrain ribbon, Hodge Podge Hardware, Stampin' Dimensionals, glue dots.
Tools: Tag Punch.
Miscellaneous: Staples. Stapler.

ACRYLIC FRAME:

Recipe - Acrylic Frame:
Stamp Sets: None.
Ink: None.
Cardstock: So Saffron Cardstock.
Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit. Pumpkin Pie 1/4" grosgrain ribbon.
Tools: None.
Miscellaneous: 4x6 Acrylic Frame.

YUMMY CARD:

Recipe - Yummy Card:
Stamp Sets: None.
Ink: Pixie Pink Classic Stampin' Pad.
Cardstock: Pumpkin Pie Cardstock. Whisper White Cardstock.
Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit. Rhinestone Brads.
Tools: Corner Rounder. Scallop Border Punch.

Check back next Tuesday for the final installment in the Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit Series... and a SPECIAL OFFER!!!

Again, thanks for your hard work Victoria!!

Thanks for stopping by... and have a happy day!!

Katie Burke
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Design Team Tuesday - Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit (part 2)

Victoria Martin
Bella B Design Team Diva

Each month, I will be challenging a different Bella B Design Team Member to use a limited number of supplies and create to their heart's content! June's Design Team Diva is Victoria Martin .

VICTORIA'S MISSION: Create anything you want with:

• Only 1/2 of a Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit
• 1 yard each of Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, and Old Olive 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• A few Rhinestone Brads

Today, we will continue to explore what she has created!

MINI YUMMY NOTE:

RECIPE - Mini Yummy Note

• Stamp Sets: Yummy Stamp Set (Sale-A-Bration Set 2009); Itty Bitty Backgrounds (retired)
• Ink: Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
• Cardstock: See Accessories
• Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit, Stampin' Dimensionals, SNAIL Adhesive; 3" square envelope
• Tools: Scallop Circle Punch

MINI KEYCHAIN NOTEPADS:













RECIPE - Mini Keychain Note Pads

• Stamp Sets: None
• Ink: Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
• Cardstock: See Accessories
• Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit, 1/4" Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon, 1/4" Pumpkin Pie Grosgrain Ribbon, 1/4" Whisper White Grosgrain Ribbon, SNAIL Adhesive, White Gel Pen
• Tools: None
• Miscellaneous: 1/2 of Post-It Notepad; 3/4" Jump Ring
  

Victoria, thank you so much for your hard work! If you like what you see, please leave a comment for Victoria below and check back next Tuesday for more from this series of creations!

Have a Happy Day!!!


Katie Burke
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Design Team Tuesday - Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit Challenge (part 1)

Victoria Martin,
Bella B Design Team Diva

Each month, I will be challenging a different Bella B Design Team Member to use a limited number of supplies and create to their heart's content! For the month of June 2009, Victoria Martin is the Bella B Design Team Diva of the Month.

VICTORIA'S MISSION: Create anything you want with:

• Only 1/2 of a Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit
• 1 yard each of Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White, and Old Olive 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• A few Rhinestone Brads

Today, we will begin to explore what she created! She and I both were surprised by just how much she could do with 1/2 of the kit!

PRETTY PENCIL KEEPER:

RECIPE - Pretty Pencil Keeper

• Stamp Sets: None
• Ink: None
• Cardstock: See Accessories
• Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit, Stampin' Dimensionals, 1/4" Old Olive Grosgrain Ribbon, SNAIL Adhesive
• Tools: Scallop Circle Punch, 1-1/4" Circle Punch
• Miscellaneous: Empty clean can
  

FLOWER MAGNET:

Recipe - Flower Magnet

• Stamp Sets: None
• Ink: Pixie Pink Classic Stampin' Pad
• Cardstock: See Accessories
• Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit
• Tools: Scallop Circle Punch, 1" Circle Punch, White Gel Pen
• Miscellaneous: Magnet
  

BIRTHDAY GEM:

RECIPE - Birthday Gem

• Stamp Sets: None
• Ink: None
• Cardstock: See Accessories
• Accessories: 1/2 of Petal Party Simply Scrappin Kit, White Gel Pen, Stampin' Dimensionals, 1/4" Pumpkin Pie Grosgrain Ribbon
• Tools: Scallop Circle Punch
• Miscellaneous: Large gem clip, Magnet (optional)

I hope you enjoyed a peek at the new Bella B Design Team! Victoria, thank you so much for your hard work!

If you like what you see, please leave a comment for Victoria below and check back next Tuesday for more from this series of creations!

Katie Burke
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Friday Wrap Up 05/29/2009

Is it Friday already? I did some calculating on the extra hostess benefits for June and was shocked! I want to be a hostess too!!!

LOOK AT WHAT YOU CAN TAKE HOME FOR FREE!!!

$150 workshop receives:

• A free level 1 hostess set
• $15 in free merchandise dollars

$250-$299.99 workshop receives:

• A free level 1 hostess set
• $45 in free merchandise dollars ($25.00 PLUS an additional $20)

$300-$349.99 workshop receives:

• A free level 1 hostess set OR a free level 2 hostess set
• $55 in free merchandise dollars ($35 PLUS an additional $20)

$350-$399.99 workshop receives:

• A free level 1 hostess set OR a free level 2 hostess set
• $60 in free merchandise dollars ($40 PLUS an additional $20)

$400 or more workshop receives:

• 2 free level 1 hostess sets OR 1 free level 1 hostess set AND 1 free level 2 hostess set
• $85 in free merchandise dollars ($45 PLUS an additional $40)

I still have 2 hostess slots open for 06/05/2009! Please notify me if you would like to be a Happy Hostess that night. If not, this date will be cancelled; however, I am available throughout the month of June, so if you have another date in mind - just ask!

Quick reminders:

• Today is the last day for Katie's Good Bye In Colors Sale. Order now so you don't miss out! We can make arrangements to get payment to me. Just LMK!
• May 31st: Last day for Designer Series Paper and Textured Cardstock Sale.
• May 31st: Last day to join Stampin' Up! for $75.
  I only need 1 recruit to promote to Senior Supervisor. Please consider joining!
• June 1st: Last Chance Stamp and Accessories List Released. Bella B Designs T-Shirts on sale.
• June 2nd: Design Team Tuesdays begin on my blog! Sign up for blog updates on the left sidebar of my blog so you don't miss out!! My Design Team has been hard at work and you won't believe the great projects!
• June 5th: Happy Hostess Workshop 7-9 p.m.
  HOSTESS SLOTS STILL AVAILABLE!!
  Will cancel if no hostesses by Friday, 05/29
  ANYBODY INTERESTED? EMAIL ME ASAP! :o)
• June 15th: Happy Hostess Workshop 7-9 p.m. at PGUMC.
  Hostess Slots FULL: Daphne W. and Vicki M. - Thanks ladies!!
• June 26th: Friday PMS Night 4-10 p.m. at PGUMC. Part of 2-day event.
• June 27th: Super Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at PGUMC. Part of 2-day event. ADULTS ONLY.
• June 30th: Last day to order from current catalog! Bella B Designs T-Shirt sales end.
• July 1st: Customer sales period begins for the new Stampin' UP! Idea Book and Catalog.

Be sure to scroll down through the postings on my blog! I have posted a BUNCH of new stuff, including product spotlights, tutorials, etc. You will also want to subscribe to my blog (left sidebar) for Design Team Tuesdays, as well as lots more that I have in store.... don't miss anything!!

Have a safe and happy weekend! I will post the Last Chance List as soon as I have the information!

Katie Burke
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Product Spotlight - Stampin' Up! 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon

1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon
Price: $4.95

Stampin’ Up!’s grosgrain ribbon colors were selected to coordinate with our exclusive color palette. Grosgrain is a quick and inexpensive embellishment for your cards and gift bags.

• 1/4" wide, 100% polyester
• Approximately 15 yards
• Enhances any project
• Coordinates with Stampin’ Up! colors

Whisper White 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon
Item #109025


Pumpkin Pie 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon
Item #109030


Old Olive 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon
Item #111368

LOVE this ribbon! These 3 colors (Whisper White, Pumpkin Pie, and Old Olive) coordinate perfectly with the Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit that will be featured beginning Tuesdays in June in projects created by Bella B Design Team Diva, Victoria Martin. Be sure to subscribe to my blog feed for updates (left sidebar)!





Katie Burke
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