Stampin ' Up ! Summer Mini 2011 Blog Hop

zoe tant stmapin up demonstrator

Welcome to my blog Stamping Scene.

With the UK Stampin ' Up ! summer mini 2011 now up and running the demonstrators of In Love with Stamping are running several blog hops today to showcase all the fabby new products on offer.  If you're on my link you've come from Anthea's blog  and so welcome to my little offering of Mini Heaven.  Above is an origami pattern I followed in greenhouse gala dsp and it's decorated with a flower made using the new build a blossom stamp set and blossom petals punch.  The daffodil delight taffeta ribbon is really easy to tie into cute little bows which finish off this fun 'dish'. 

This gift set features the use of the big shot, beautiful wings embosslit, beautiful butterflies die, scallop envelope die, decorative label punch and four frames stamp set which are all new products in the MINI!

Here's a closer view of each project.

Finally here's a card I've made specially for my mum for Sunday.  She doesn't 'do'  the internet and so I don't need to worry about sharing it with you. 

Here you can see another example of the build a blossom stamp set, blossom petals punch and bitty buttons which are clear but can be customised by using the co-ordinating punches to add your own colour.

If you like what you've seen and would like a closer look or even a play with some products then why not consider joining my new techniques club starting in May.  Email me for details and you can either be an internet virtual player or visit me for a monthly technique class.  You will earn free product, free catalogues and idea book and hostess spend.  It's great fun and you get to try before you buy. 

If you particularly like the big shot and decide to buy it from me from now through May I'll include in your purchase the standard premium crease pad or an embossing folder of your choice.  You'll also be entered into a prize draw with prizes ranging from stamp sets to ribbon to big shot accessories.

I hope you've enjoyed my mini offering and now I'll pass you over to my lovely team mate Emma who has some other wow samples to share with you.  Emma's also got links to the 3 other blog hops.

Thanks for checking in and see you again soon.

Happy crafting

Party This Way!

stampin up demonstrator zoe tant

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Hi Folks hope all is well out there in blogland.  It's only Monday and I'm exhausted already following a v. busy weekend and today my Stampin' Up! year started for real with a wonderful workshop at Sue's with lots of fun ladies and we had a giggle. 
The weekend was busy as usual ferrying children to their social engagements.  We did manage to have a meal out Saturday night with Charlie as Olivia was at a sleep over with 9 friends at her friend Tia's house. Brave Tia's mum is what I say.  Olivia took handmade card and gift for Tia and I made a gift box similar to this and filled it with Lindt chocolates for Tia's mum. 
Above is the card I made for Tia which combines the fun stamp set Party This Way which I received as a free gift at convention back in November and the gorgeous greenhouse gala designer series papers.  There's a few rhinestones thrown in which 12year olds love and some lovely gathered ribbon in red satin.  I used my crimper to add a little subtle texture in the daffodil delight cardstock beneath the ribbon.  Wow and what a colour combo this is.  Today at the workshop daffodil delight, pumpkin pie and in-colour pear pizzass went down a storm and everyone agreed what a fab combo for the coming spring and to brighten these gloomy days. 
Remember if you indulge in these fab colours you can earn a free stamp set with every multiple of £45 you spend on product during Jan and Feb.  My diary is busy with workshops, but I still have a couple of dates if you'd like to benefit further by hosting a party and earning more free sets.  Just email at martin.tant@homecall.co.uk to find out more.
I'll be back soon with a picture of the Stampin Up journal that I decorated for part of Tia's gift.
Hugs Zx