by Joanne James4. November 2013 20:01Today is Day 4 of Digital Scrapbooking Days Offer Week and today it's the turn of the Modern Medleys overlay kit for the 50% offer - here it is:
This is a set of papers that are available as 'traditional' DSP and come in a black/vanilla colourway, but don't forget as a digital download they can be recoloured so that you can create your own custom DSP if you like - check out today's post over at MyDigitalStudio.net to see what the designers have created using this staple set of background overlays.
Remember - 50% off for today only, so don't miss out - if you like the look of this paper set, click on the picture and pop over to my online store to download it today!
Back shortly with today's creative post - and a video for you too!
by Joanne James3. November 2013 15:47There will be a creative post today, I promise, but firstly a quick post with today's digital download offer. Today is Day 3 of Digital Scrapbooking Days and for today only you can order the All Time Fave Photobook at 50% off. Here's a picture of some of the things in this great kit - if you'd like to buy it, just click on the image and it will take you directly to my online store.
Check back tomorrow for the next Digital Scrapbooking deal! Back in a bit with today's creative post.
by Joanne James2. November 2013 21:52Today is officially Digital Scrapbooking Day and today there are two ways to celebrate! Today's 50% off set is the Hello There Kit:
This is a really versatile set. If you would like to see some great projects made with this set, then go to today's post at MyDigitalStudio.net to see what some of the designers have created with this kit - and just for today you can purchase it by clicking on the image above for just £3.48. And if that wasn't enough, there is a TOTALLY FREE digital download kit available to everyone for one day only! Here it is - the Moments Ago stamp brush set:
This set of handwritten phrases would be great for cards and scrapbook projects alike and I can think of lots of uses for them. If you haven't already, go and download your copy - only a couple more hours to go! Don't forget to check back tomorrow for another set with 50% off - tomorrow it's the turn of the All Time Favourite Photobook template.
That's my digital post for today; back soon with another fun project, but until then, happy stampin'!
by Joanne James1. November 2013 20:38Tomorrow 2nd November is Digital Scrapbooking Day over at Mydigitalstudio.net, but Stampin' Up! is celebrating not just tomorrow but for eight days, starting today!

Every day from today until the 8th November, Stampin' Up! is offering a digital download at 50% off - here's the full list if you would like to check them out:
- 11/1 Amped Up Ampersands Kit
- 11/2 Hello There Kit + FREE Moments Ago Stamp Brush Set
- 11/3 All Time Fave Photobook Template
- 11/4 Modern Medley Overlays Kit
- 11/5 Be Brave Pocket Cards
- 11/6 Nobody’s Business Photobook Template
- 11/7 Autumn Traditions Kit
- 11/8 Afternoon Daydream Kit
I'll feature a link to each of the discounted sets via my blog every day, but remember - they are valid for one day only; don't delay in visiting my online store to purchase yours!
Here's the link to today's kit set, the 'Amped Up Ampersands' kit - so useful for both cards and scrapbooking:
If you'd like to see some great projects made using this set, hop on over to mydigitalstudio.net to see what the designers there have been creating. Pop back tomorrow when there will be a FREE download to celebrate Digital Scrapbooking Day, in addition to another 50% off deal.
Until then, happy stampin!
by Joanne James1. November 2013 19:57Two more posts with business news today - the first and most important is that at last the envelope punch board is here!
Lots of my customers will have heard me extol it's virtues, since as a demo I've had one for a couple of weeks now and I can honestly say that it is one of the best bits of kit we've had since the magnetic platform (and you all know how much I love that!!)

The board enables you to create customisable envelopes in up to 66 different sizes and with the many different paper options, the possibilities really are endless. The board is small and lightweight, with an integrated punch for both your envelope indents and to round the flap points and it also has a scorer that slots into the back of the board for storage when not in use. You can also use it for more than just envelopes: boxes, envelope liners and other items can be created with the board. Watch this short video from Stampin' Up! to see the board in action:
At just £17.95, this versatile tool is great value too. If you would like to order one, I recommend you get your order in sooner rather than later, as Stampin' Up! seem to be having a hard time anticipating just how much we will all love these new products, so they end up on backorder in next to no time. I'll be sharing lots of makes, both envelopes and lots of other fun things, hopefully with a few videos too, in the coming weeks, so stay tuned.
Back shortly with some exciting digital news; until then, happy stampin'!
Order your Envelope Punch Board in my online store now:
by Joanne James30. October 2013 21:14My second post today with the second new offer of the week:

Stampin' Up! are offering a fantastic 30% off selected holiday digital downloads from now until 30th November. There's a wide variety of downloads that are reduced, everything from cards to tags, from pictures to frameables.
With downloads starting at as little as £1.05, it's never been a better time to embrace the digital festivities!
Lastly, here's the link for this week's new digital downloads:

If digital is your thing, keep watching my blog for more news later this week to coincide with Digital Scrapbooking Day!
That's me caught up with all the news! If you need any more information on either of this week's new offers, do get in touch. Back tomorrow with a creative project. Until then, happy stampin'!
by Joanne James30. October 2013 20:36Good evening to you blog readers! I'm having a catch up this evening, since in addition to it being MDS Weekly Download Day I have another two fantastic offers to share with you this week. The first of this week's new offers is perfect for personalised packaging with minimum fuss and maximum convenience and impact:

There are 2 separate bundles available:
Bundle 1 - Holiday Tag It Extra Large Box Bundle at £16.95, comprising:
- a Stamp A Tag Kit
- 3 Extra Large Gift Boxes
- a 9.1m roll of Cherry Cobbler 1" (2.5cm) Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon
Bundle 2 - Holiday Tag It Decorative Box Bundle at £17.95, comprising:
- a Stamp A Tag Kit
- 6 Decorative Window Gift Boxes
- a 9.1m roll of Cherry Cobbler 1" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon
Both of these bundles represent a 20% saving on the individual prices, so now there's no excuse for every parcel to be packaged with the hand-finished touch. This offer is valid until 30th November, so if you would like to order either click on either of the above pictures to go straight to my online store or contact me to add to a local order today!
Back shortly with an MDS Offers post; until then, happy stampin!
by Joanne James22. October 2013 20:58For my second post today, I am delighted to announce that the new Thinlit Card Dies are here and available in my online store NOW! If you've ever made a 'flip' card the long way, you will love these new framelit dies - they make making cards like this a breeze!
Here's one made by one of Stampin' Up!'s designers:

This is how it opens ...

The whole thing can be created in minutes by running your chosen cardstock through the Big Shot with the Thinlit layout of your choice - there is both a circle and label layout to choose from. Both sets come with a variety of additional pieces to add to your creativity, either on your flip cards or can be used separately with other cards and projects - this is what they look like:

Stampin' Up have produced a great video showing the Thinlits in action; take a look:
Aren't they great? I'm looking forward to sharing some of my creations with you in the coming days and weeks; if you can't wait and need to order either of the framelit sets now, then pop along to my online store or give me a call today - at only £29.95 they are great value and offer endless possibilities!
I'll be back tomorrow with a card to share; until then, happy stampin'!
by Joanne James7. October 2013 22:11Another busy day today with the first of this week's card classes. I will share some 'makes' tomorrow - meanwhile, I have a fantastic offer to share with you today. As part of Stampin' Up's 25th anniversary celebrations, there is an amazing sign up offer: for 2 weeks only, you can become a Stampin' Up demonstrator for only £25!

Key facts about this deal are as follows:
- The starter kit will be £25 and includes products of your choice up to the value of £26.95 (kit value must be more than £25 but less than £26.95)
- You will also receive a business supplies pack including annual and seasonal catalogues, with free p&p
- You will receive a 20% discount on every order you place
- You will also receive a 30% discount on the first order you place over £150 within the first 30 days of sign up and a free stamp set of your choice from the 2013-14 Annual Catalogue
- You will receive 2 free months of Demonstrator Web Services
- If you reach £225 sales within the first quarter (ending 31st March 2014), you will maintain your demonstrator status until 30th June. If you don't, your demonstrator status will lapse, but without penalty; you have no obligation to purchase anything other than your starter kit if you don't want to.
- If you join my growing team, you will get to benefit from my knowledge, help and support in addition to that of one of the UK's most successful teams of demonstrators and the considerable resources provided by Stampin' Up itself.
Whether you want to feed your own crafting habit by having access to discounted craft supplies, or would like to earn a little (or a lot!) extra income and run your own business, I am here to support you in any way I can.
Remember, this offer is valid for 2 weeks only (the £99 starter kit will not be available during this time) until 21st October; contact me on 07773 421446 if you would like to know more or alternatively sign up here today!
Back tomorrow with a project; meanwhile, I look forward to hearing from you!
by Joanne James1. October 2013 12:06
Great news party go-ers: as Stampin' Up! continues to celebrate its 25th birthday, there is a great hostess benefit offer this month: for anyone who hosts a party during the month of October and has qualifying sales of £250, you will earn an extra £25 worth of hostess credits to spend on any items in the current catalogue - so £65 of free products, instead of the usual £40.
In addition to hostess benefits, you and your guests have fun and get to make a lovely 'make and take' card each and the hostess receives a gift for hosting - suitably festive themed!
So if you live in or around Northampton, text your friends and give me a call on 07773 421446 to book your party today!
Online orders this month will also qualify for the additional hostess credits, so if you don't have time for a party, but would like to place an order, make sure you use this month's hostess code 4DS9WR2Q when placing an order in my online store to ensure you benefit.