A reason to CELEBRATE!!!!

Hi Everyone!

I am so excited!  Today my blog is being featured to on the Yahoo Group Late Night Stampers as a Blog Find of the Day! 

Welcome to everyone who is visiting my blog for the first time and thank you for stopping by.  I post every day with a new project or announcement, so please come back and visit!  Speaking of announcements...

To celebrate this very exciting moment I am doing a special promotion!  Place an online order of $25 or more (excluding shipping & taxes) and I will send you this adorable selection of holiday ribbons for FREE! 

1 yard of each of 4 ribbons = 4 yards (12 feet) of FREE ribbon!

Free ribbon with online orders of $25 or more (excluding shipping & taxes) October 28th - 31st

Visit http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/allisonokamitsu/
to shop online now (Canadian residents only). 

Please leave me a comment!  I'd love your feedback!

Happy Stampin'
Allison

Sweet (and Spooky) Treats

Hi Everyone!

Halloween is almost here!  Whoo hoo! 

I had to drop something off at my neighbor's house last night and they have two little ones that I think will get a real kick out of these fun Halloween treats.  I've used the Sweet Centers stamp set with the co-ordinating Sweet Treat Cups.  This stamp set is awesome! 

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Pop-up Cake Die...not just for birthdays!

Hi Everyone!

My friend Rachel bought the BIG SHOT recently so tonight she came over to play with her new toys!  We had such a blast together!  I've got to make time for my girlfriends more often! 

So one of the dies Rachel got for her BIG SHOT is the Pop-up Cake Die.  I just love this one!  At first it may not seem very versitile, but believe you me, this can be made into any occasion!  We used the Cast-a-Spell Designer Series Paper for the layers of the cake and Pumpkin Pie Cardstock for the base.  Then we decorated the whole thing with embossed little bats from the Batty for You stamp set and made a moon out of punches.  I am really happy with what we came up with.  Sometimes the best projects are collaborations!  Thanks for a great night Rach!

Happy Stampin'

Allison

P.S.  If you are visiting this project via the Yahoo Group Late Night Stampers thank you so much for coming!  I am so thrilled to be included with this fabulous bunch!  Visit http://www.nicepeoplestamp.blogspot.com/ for todays current post.  There's something special waiting for you!  (Unless you don't like free stuff...)

Long Distance Gifts

Hi Everyone!

Christmas is sneaking up upon us and it will be here before we know it, so I'm getting started on my holiday gift holders.  I have family all across Canada, so this is a beautiful way to send a gift and keep the postage rate low.  This year I'm decorating the Silver Skinny Tins so I can place a gift card in the pocket or even better, some hockey or ballet tickets!  Once the tickets or gift card is removed the recipient has a beautifully decorated tin to keep!

The stamp set I've used here is called Serene Snowflakes from the Holiday Mini Catalogue.  I also used the Yuletide Christmas stamp set for the lovely Merry Christmas saying on the front.  Because I'm not particularly fond of my handwriting I used the Calendar Alphabet & Numbers stamp set for my message, something I do quite often.  I've used Kraft and Close to Cocoa Cardstock.  My ink choices are Mellow Moss, Close to Cocoa, and Certainly Celery.  I've also jazzed it up with some Mini Library Clips and Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon.  I had such a blast creating this lovely little tin that I'm going to make up a few kits that will be available for purchase at my November craft events.  I'll be making a bunch of different kits to choose from!  Cost will be $10. 

Happy Stampin'

Allison

P.S.  If you have your heart set on purchasing one of these kits, please let me know to have one ready for you.  I wouldn't want to leave anyone disappointed when they sell out.

A NEW LOOK!

Hi Everyone!

So it is officially fall here in Calgary (ok, it's been fall for a while, I've just been in denial!).  I woke up to rain this morning and just looked out the window and it is snowing like crazy! 

So with the coming of the season I decided to change the look of my blog.  Let me know what you think! 

Happy Stampin'
Allison

The Nutcracker

Hi Everyone!

My Mom and I both have large collections of Christmas nutcrackers so when I saw this stamp set I just had to have it!  This is the Yuletide Christmas set from the holiday mini and it's just adorable.  I just thought my little nutcracker would be so cute all coloured in, so I used my Stampin' Write Markers to add a bunch of colour.  The papers I've used here are Garden Green, Summer Sun, Real Red, and Whisper White.  I also used an embossing folder and my BIG SHOT to make the lovely raised swirly background.  The nutcrackers are stamped in Chocolate Chip Ink.  Enjoy your Friday everyone! 

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Advent Calendar

Hi Everyone!

The month of December is going to be here before we know it and what better way to prepare for its arrival that make this cute Advent Calendar.  I made this using the Matchbox Die and the BIG SHOT.  The colours I've used are Real Red, Garden Green, Night of Navy, and Summer Sun.  Of course my favourite stamp set this season, Delightful Decorations with its matching Ornament Punch. 

I can't wait to fill this full of treats and gifts!  I'm sure my husband will love it!

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Deals of the Week!

Hi Everyone!

Stampin' Up! has just released the details of the 'deal' this week, and it's totally AWESOME!  I love love love these items.  I think they made these deals just for me!  ;)

1/2" Library Clips

Reg $9.75 Sale $5.49

Basic Jumbo Grommets

Reg $9.50 Sale $6.49

Circle Designer Brads
Reg $8.50 Sale $5.49


 
 
 

 

 

Mini Library Clips

Reg $ 18.95 Sale $12.99

 
 
 
 
 
If you'd like to take advantage of these great deals you can shop online here:  http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/allisonokamitsu/
 
Happy Shoppin'
Allison

My Fabulously Creative Friend

Hi Everyone!

So isn't this card the cutest darn thing?!  My very wonderful and very creative friend Kristine Burns hosted a card buffet on Saturday and this is one of the cards we made.  She taught me a new technique too!  We misted the Night of Navy Cardstock with Shimmer Paint that had been diluted with rubbing alcohol and put in a spritzer bottle.  She's one smart cookie!  Thanks Kristine for sharing your talent!

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Exploding Box Kits

Hi Everyone!

Today I have been working on this adorable Exploding Box that is just way too cute to keep all to myself, so I've decided to offer kits for $25 each.  It looks like a cute paper box from the outside, but open the lid....

and it explodes into a beautiful keepsake that would make a great Christmas gift!

In each kit you receive:

-  All the paper pieces needed for the box.  Cut, scored, and ready   to be assembled.

-  6 rhinestone brads.  3 mini, 3 large

-  3 yards of whisper white taffeta ribbon

-  1 yard of silver elastic cord

-  8 felt flurries.  5 small, 3 medium

-  10 chipboard die cuts with co-ordinating paper pieces

-  1 piece 8 1/2 x 11 whisper white cardstock

-  1 piece 8 1/2 x 11 old olive cardstock

-  pictures of my box for layout ideas and embellishment placement

**  This kit is currently only available to Calgary & Edmonton, Alberta residents.  I will personally deliver Calgary kits as orders come in.  Edmonton kits will all be delivered November 7th & 8th **

SOLD OUT

Please note:  I have a limited supply of the items to make this kit and they are now retired.  Once these kits are gone they are truly gone!  Don't miss out!
 
Happy Stampin'
Allison

CONGRATULATIONS NIKI!!!

Hi Everyone!

Time for another fabulous give away!  A week ago I put up a post asking for feedback.  Thanks to everyone who left me a message.  CONGRATULATIONS to Niki, who has won the give away!  She's won the adorable Big Felt Flurries and a jar of the beautiful Dazzling Diamonds Glitter.  I can't wait to see what she makes with these two fantastic products!!!

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Holiday Home Decor

Hi Everyone!
I am busy working like a little elf getting all my projects ready for the remainder of my Christmas classes.  We will be making these beautiful wood home decor blocks on Saturday November 7th from 1pm-4pm in Edmonton and on Monday November 30th from 5pm-9pm in Calgary.  Edmonton registration ends October 21st at noon.  Calgary registration ends November 16th at noon. Class fee is $30 and is due upon registration.  Email nicepeoplestamp@hotmail.com to register! 

Happy Stampin'
Allison

Christmas Wish Lists

Hi Everyone!

I have a very exciting Christmas Wish List registry that I'll be rolling out this week. 

Simply make a wish list of your favourite Stampin' Up! items and email them to me.  I'll take your list and compose a fun and funky web page where your friends and family can view your list, shop online, and have items delivered in plenty of time before the holidays.  Won't it be nice for all those husbands and boyfriends, Moms and sisters to get their Christmas shopping done from the comfort of their office or home...oh, and they can be confidant you'll love their gift, because you picked it out! 

Email me your wish list today so I can help you receive all the Stampin' Up! stuff you've been wishing for!

Happy Wishin'
Allison

Christmas Favour Box

Hi Everyone!

Sorry about the lack of posts on Sunday and Monday, but I took the oppourtunity to spend some much needed time with my husband.  We had a lovely Thanksgiving dinner together on Sunday and I hosted my Stamp-a-Stack Christmas Card Bonanza on Monday night, which was a total blast!  I had such a fabulous weekend!

I have an AMAZING promotion for the BIG SHOT this week, so I thought I'd show you one of the many projects that the BIG SHOT makes so quick and easy.  This box is made using the Box #2 Die as well as the Sparkly & Bright stamp set.  I love the combination of the Always Artichoke and Real Red cardstock. 

So here's the the details on the the best BIG SHOT promotion out there! 

There’s never been a better time to buy...

the BIG SHOT!!!


This is a special you are not going to want to miss! This week only, October 12th-17th I am offering a SMOKIN’ deal on the BIG SHOT and some of the fantastic dies. For only $263.10 (tax & shipping included!) you get all of the items pictured below! This is a value of $375.03, so you save over $110!!!!

BIG SHOT machine $132.95 value

Extended cutting pads $28.95 value

Big Bold Cupcake 4-Pack Dies $29.95 value

Pop-up Cake Die $53.95 value

Movers & Shapers Curly Label Die $57.95 value

Birthday Bliss Stamp Set $20.95 value








This is a great item to purchase for someone for Christmas, or better yet, have someone buy YOU for Christmas.  Contact me for more details!  (This promotion not available on my Stampin' Up! website)

Happy Stampin'
Allison

Trendy Trees

Hi Everyone!

Happy Saturday!  This is a small little card that I made with some scraps I had leftover from some other projects.  No scrap is too small for me to save...I think I have a paper hoarding problem! 

So the stamp set I used for the trees is called Trendy Trees.  This is one of those stamp sets that I turn to when I need something cute and 'trendy' or something masculine.  The colours you use really dictate the feel of it.  I just love sets like this one that are so versatile.  I've used a saying from the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set and punched it out with the Modern Label Punch, a must have for anyone who has the stamp set I think!  The colours I've used are Garden Green, Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla, and Close to Cocoa. 

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Christmas is Coming!

Hi Everyone,

I think it's no secret that I totally love Christmas.  It probably has a lot to do with all the crafting possibilities!  ;)

Not everyone is into the really traditional red and green Christmas, so I decided to try to make a Christmas card using colours that are far from traditional!  I used the Tree Trimmings stamp set for the adorable ornaments, and the Short & Sweet stamp set for the saying.  My not so traditional colours for the ornaments are Taken with Teal and Perfect Plum.  I really liked how this turned out and I hope you do to!

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Looking for feedback...FREE STUFF

Hi Everyone,

So it's been about a month that I've been doing the blog thing and now I want to know what you think.  Leave me some feedback on what you like, what you don't like, and what you want to see more of. 

What's in it for you?  FREE STUFF!!!!  It pays off to have an opinion!  Can't wait to read your thoughts...

Happy Stampin'
Allison

BYE BYE SUMMER....

Hi Everyone,

So it's already snowed in Calgary this season and tonight the wind is blowing so hard I think it might take the siding right off the house!  It really feels like summer is totally over. 

So I was sitting here remembering the summer and all the great things the warm weather brings, like gardening.  My Nanna and Poppa have played a huge role in making me appreciate the value of a pretty landscape.  (Although, they may wonder if I ever payed attention to anything they said from the state of my rose bushes this summer!)  Anyways, get on with it right?  Well, as I was thinking about summer I remembered this card I made and I thought I would share it with you.  I made these invitations for an open house I had this past July.  The little pot is Chocolate Chip Cardstock and I used the Scallop Edge Punch for some added detail around the rim.  The saying is from the Family Phrases stamp set and flowers from the Petal Pizazzz stamp set.  I've stamped the flowers in the beautiful colours from the Soft Subtles colour family. 

I miss summer already...

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Sparkly Beaded Pen

Hi Everyone!

Here's the cool sparkly beaded pen that will be included in the Christmas Suitcase Class.  (Sorry about not having it in the photo yesterday.)  This is such an awesome technique because you can make these pens with any of the awesome Stampin' Up! designer series papers, so they'll match any project!  I just love em!  Have a great day everyone and I'll be back tomorrow.

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Christmas Suitcase - All Packed Up for the Holidays!

Hi Everyone!

Yesterday I showed you this cute little Christmas Suitcase, so today I've let the contents spill out all over the place so you can see what's inside!  It's got 10 Christmas Cards, 10 Christmas Tags, a Christmas Post-It Note Holder, and a matching sparkly beaded pen (which somehow didn't make it into this picture).  I've got two upcoming classes to make this adorble holiday gift.  November 7th-8th in Edmonton and November 16th in Calgary.  Email me at nicepeoplestamp@hotmail.com to get all the details and register.  I can't wait to show you how to make this!!!

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Christmas Suitcase!!

Hi Everyone!

Today I'm giving you a sneak peak at a project I'll be doing at two upcoming classes.  One is in Edmonton on November 7th-8th and the other one is in Calgary, November 16th.  I hope you can join me at one of these events!  Email nicepeoplestamp@hotmail.com for details. 

So I think this is just the CUTEST suitcase ever!  It's got some beautiful papers from the Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin' Kit and the most cuddly and soft felt ribbon for accents.  The inside has lots of different sections, so check back tomorrow to see what's going to go inside!

Happy Stampin'

Allison

I LOVE Punches!!!

Hi Everyone!

So how cute is this little VW bug made with punches!?!  I just love it!  I learned how to make this from Heather Summers, thank you Heather. 

And what better time to show you something made with punches than now, because....STAMPIN UP HAS ANOTHER SALE, AND IT'S PUNCHES!  Can you tell I like punches??? 

Today and until the morning of October 12th, you can take advantage of the following deals:

109183 Trio Flower Punch for $15.99 (reg. $22.95)

109041 5-Petal Flower Punch for $15.99 (reg. $22.95)

110709 My Way Punch for $16.99 (reg. $22.95)

If you'd like to take advantage of this great deal please contact me at nicepeoplestamp@hotmail.com or shop online here:  http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/allisonokamitsu

Happy Stampin'

Allison

Delightful Christmas Tags

Hi Everyone!

I have been having a blast this week creating projects for my upcoming Crazy for Christmas Event in Edmonton, November 7th & 8th.  All those who attend will be receiving these cute gift tags to adorn their holiday projects as a special gift from me for attending!  Would you like to come?  Email me at nicepeoplestamp@hotmail.com for details.

The stamp set I used here is called Delightful Decorations.  It's my favourite this year because it has a punch!  If you know me...you know how much I love punches!  This punch is called Ornament.  Both of these products can be found in the Holiday Mini Catalogue, as well as the Shimmer Paint that I've used to make these shiny. 

I hope you can join me in Edmonton November 7th & 8th for two amazing days of crafting!

Happy Stampin'

Allison