Meant To Be – #simplestamping Saturday. In case you have not realised, I am loving this series of posts. I think #simplestamping is something for everyone and should not only be considered as being for new, or Beginner stampers. We all need quick cards every now and again, so why not #simplestamping? But, I also am having great fun stepping up my #simplestamping projects so that they are aimed more towards the casual and avid crafter. What do I mean by ‘beginner’, ‘casual’ and ‘avid’? Check back tomorrow for more on that.

When I was putting today’s projects together I worked in a slightly different way. I started with the #simplestamping project, which is the usual place I start. This uses a note card and envelope, one ink pad, some watercolour pencils and a Blender Pen (which is optional). Oh, ad of course the stamp set!! This is such a great time to shop with me because, if you were to order these items, even without the Blender Pen, you would qualify for a FREE Sale-a-Bration item. Just think, that could be a second stamp set to play with, or maybe some patterned paper.

I am digressing. As I said, I started by designing the #simplestamping project and then went straight to the Avid project. This uses the full Meant to Be Bundle (10% off the Stamps and Dies if bought as a Bundle using the Bundle code!). It also uses the fantastic Grapefruit Grove & Lovely Lipstick Foil Sheets from the Sale-a-Bration Brochure. This foil coordinates with both the All My Love AND Floral Romance papers and has 4, yes 4, full 12 x 12 sheets of each colour.

Having designed the Avid project I then went about designing the Casual project. This is true cross between the #simplestamping, and Avid versions. I used the Designer Series Paper and Ribbon to replace the heart die cut band and then hand cut the stamped heart. Instead of watercolour pencils, I used Blends to colour the image. Blends are great for all levels of stamper, and I do use them with my new crafters at class, but….They bleed through the front of the note card and show on the inside of the card. You can resolve this by using a mat of Whisper White card and adding this to the front of the note card, but that is not what this #simplestamping Saturday series is about.

I have listed the supplies I used for each of the projects below and noted how many Sale-a-Bration items you would get if you were to buy them. For the Avid version I have included the FREE Foils in the supply list, after all, if you want to make this card you will need them!

#simplestamping Shopping List

Buy everything on the list and qualify for a Level 1 Sale-a-Bration item. If you don’t want the Blender Pens, you still get your FREE Sale-a-Bration item!

I love that you choose me as your demonstrator. Remember, when you shop with me online, use the monthly Host Code to share the Host Rewards. And for every £30 you spend in one order AND use the Host Code, you will earn a Sunflower Reward. Spend £60 in one order and earn 2 Sunflower Rewards. Earn 10 Sunflower Rewards and you can choose £30 of product of your choice. Full details are on the Hostess Code Club Page. This month’s Host Code is:

9BJDBTUA

If your order is over £150 (plus P&P), please don’t use the Hostess Code as you will get to pick your own rewards, but don’t worry, you will still become a VIP Member.

Sale-a-Bration EXTRA FREE PRODUCTS

Remember that until 31st March you get EXTRA FREE PRODUCTS depending on whether you Shop, Host or Join my Team.

Shop – There are Level 1 and Level 2 Items. If you spend multiples you can choose additional items for every £45 or £90 you Spend.

Host – In ADDITION to getting FREE Sale-a-Bration Items, you may also be able to ‘earn’ additional Product FREE if you host a party, or place a larger order.

BUY THE STARTER KIT AND SAVE EVEN MORE!!

During Sale-a-Bration, the Starter Kit is EVEN BETTER and this year you get 2 Options.

Sale-a-Bration Starter Kit Option 1

Instead of £130 (175€), until 31st March 2019 you will be able to include £170 (230€) of product of YOUR choice still for only £99 (129€)

Sale-a-Bration Starter Kit Option 2

To include the exclusive Craft & Carry Tote (valued at £47/61€) just pay and extra £26 (31€), making a total of £125 (160€) for an amazing £196 (261€) of Products. That is almost half price!!

As a Member of this great Family, you get a minimum of 20% net discount on your future purchases. You also get income from sales you make to other people if you want to use this as a business. Win,Win Right?

Whether you are in the UK, France, Germany, The Netherlands or Austria, just click on the picture to join the Team. If you decide that being part of the Stampin’ Up! Family is not for you, then just stop buying and you will revert to being a customer. Easy, simple, no quibbles!

Dimensions

Standard A6 Cardbase
First Mat – 5-5/8 x 3-7/8” (14.25 x 9.75cm)