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Getting Your Sale-A-Bration Free Stamps

When you place an order of $50 or more, you get to select a free stamp set for every $50 of merchandise you've ordered.  That's the beauty of Sale-A-Bration!  You need to remember to order your free stamps or accessories (or both) using the item numbers in the Sale-A-Bration Mini Catalog.  This is particularly important when you're getting the stamp sets that are also in the regular catalog free.  The numbers are different!

Be sure to order your Sale-A-Bration sets before you complete check-out.  I believe you do get a reminder, but it doesn't tell you how many you have left to order, as far as I know.  Please let me know if your experience is different by either leaving comments or e-mailing me at mary@3amstamper.com.

To order and browse the Sale-A-Bration free items, click on the Order Online button at right, then click "Shop Now" to get to the online store.  If you have questions, feel free to email me at mary@3amstamper.com or call (707) 695-3571, And you may always leave comments below.

Latest Downloads for My Digital Studio

The latest batch of downloads for My Digital Studio (#118108) include Satin Ribbon, Mini Project Boxes and Shades of Spring Designer Series Paper.  You can see the complete list of add-ons for your My Digital Studio program here.

To see the images, browse the catalog here.  You can easily search for the images by using the product number from the list.  To order, click on the Order Online button at right, then click "Shop Now" to get to my online store.  If you have questions, feel free to email me at mary@3amstamper.com or call (707) 695-3571.  And you may always leave comments below.

Help Bring Back Crafter's Tool Kit - Ways to Comment

Stampin' Up! is asking for comments on their Facebook page about what is your favorite tool in the current Idea Book & Catalog.  This would be a good place to post a message that we need the retired Crafter's Tool Kit back.  I use mine every day!

You can go here http://www.facebook.com/stampinupfanpage and post your comments and suggestions.  Not a member of Facebook?  It's easy to join and you can get there by clicking on my Facebook link.  It's free!  (Don't forget to become a fan of 3am Stamper, too!)

If you prefer to e-mail, send to marketing@stampinup.com.  Many thanks!!

Help! We Need the Crafter's Tool Kit Back!!

I've been working on a lot of projects since this lovely product was retired last June and I'm really sad that it's no longer available to you.  The Crafter's Tool Kit had elastic loops that held the tools (see articles between April, 2009 and June 2009 for details and pictures - just search this site for "crafter's tool kit") plus pockets that held what's now in the Mat Pack (#105826).  There was also a front pouch that was the perfect size to hold the Cutter Kit (#106958).  The only other tool left is the Paper-Piercing Tool (#116631).  I miss the hammer, the long needles, the pliers with wire cutter and especially the Anywhere Punches (1/4" & 1/8") and Eyelet Setter.

I'd like you to help me bring this great tool kit back.  Take a look at the articles:

Crafter's Tool Kit - Anywhere Punch

Crafter's Tool Kit - Eyelet Setter

Crafters' Tool Kit - Tweezers & Accessory Pockets

Crafter's Tool Kit - Piercing Template

Crafters' Tool Kit - Long Needles

I see I didn't get around to discussing the pliers before the Tool Kit was retired, so that's another reason to bring it back!

Then, if you think it would be a good idea, send an e-mail to: marketing@stampinup.com and ask them to please bring back the Crafter's Tool Kit.  I really appreciate your help!

By the way, the zipper case could be stamped just like luggage!

Help for Haiti Results

Congratulations to those of you enjoying the I {Heart} Hearts (#117010 wood-mount or #118571 clear-mount) stamp set!  Your purchase helped Stampin' Up! contribute over $27,000 to the Red Cross’ Haiti Relief and Development Fund!  Thank you so much for your help!!

Free Stuff for Sharing

Did you know you can earn gift certificates good for Stampin' Up! products or any of my classes and events just for sharing with your friends?  Take advantage of my Referral Program and see what it can do for you!  Best of all, your friends can get in on it too!  See the full details here.

Simply Adorned Large Charm Is Here

At last the Simply Adorned 1-1/2" x 2" Rectangle Charm (#116799) is available... starting today!

I think it's going to be my favorite for pendants and think of how great it'll look as an ornament!

This will be the centerpiece of my upcoming Creating Keepsake Jewelry class.  In this class, you'll be making a pendant with 4 inserts (add your own photos if you want) that you can interchange.  Watch for the details to be posted in the next month or so.

 

Help for Haiti Promotion Ending Sunday

There's still time to get the I {Heart} Hearts Stamp Set (#117010-wood mount or #118571-clear mount, uses Clear-Mount Block C #118486 and optional Clear-Mount Block A #118487) and help out with Haitian Disaster Relief!  Over 11,000 of you have ordered these sets, which means over $20,000 to the fund!  But hurry, the last day to help Stampin' Up! help out Haiti is Sunday, Feb. 28th.  You can read more about it here.

If you think heart images are only useful for Valentine's Day, think again!  This quick & easy St. Patrick's Day card went together in a jiffy!

Supplies Used:

Stamp Sets & Wheels:

• 118571 I {Heart} Hearts Clear-Mount Stamp Set
• 118486 Clear-Mount Block C
• 115370 Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set

Card Stock & Paper:

• 101768 Green Galore Card Stock
• 105117 Pumpkin Pie Card Stock
• 100730 Whisper White Card Stock
• 101976 Glorious Green Card Stock

Ink & Color:

• 103040 Glorious Green Classic Stampin' Pad
• 100047 Glorious Green Stampin' Write Marker

Accessories & Tools:

• 118402 Scallop Trim Border Punch (free with $50 order druing Sale-A-Bration)
• 118870 Scallop Trim Corner Punch
• 105090 Word Window Punch
• 116630 Modern Label Punch
• 101049 Stamp-A-Ma-Jig
• 109030 Pumpkin Pie 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon
• 104332 SNAIL
• 103683 Mini Glue Dots

To order your own I {Heart} Hearts Stamp Set and help out Haiti (as well as get what you need to complete this project), click on the Order Online button at right, then click "Shop Now" to get to the online store.  If you have questions, feel free to email me at mary@3amstamper.com or call (707) 695-3571.  And you may always leave comments below.

Note: the I {Heart} Hearts Stamp Set will continue to be available through April 30th.  The $2 donation from Stampin' Up! for each set purchase ends Sunday.

Streamlining In Process

I'm evaluating my 3am Stamping Pad site and looking to make it easier to get around.  This process will take me several weeks with my crazy schedule.

I am very open to suggestions that you would like to see.  Feel free to leave them in comments below or email me at mary@3amstamper.com.

Hearts for Haiti

There's still time to get the I {Heart} Hearts Stamp Set (#117010-wood mount or #118571-clear mount, uses Clear-Mount Block C #118486 and optional Clear-Mount Block A #118487) and help out with Haitian Disaster Relief!  Over 7,000 of you have ordered these sets, which means $14,000 to the fund!  You can read more about it here.

Here is just one of the ideas you can do with this great collection of hearts for all occasions:

 

Supplies Used:

Stamps & Wheels:

• 118571 I {Heart} Hearts (clear-mount)
• 118486 Clear-Mount Block C
• 115370 Teeny Tiny Wishes

Card Stock & Paper:

• 105130 Regal Rose Card Stock
• 115316 Rich Razzleberry Card Stock
• 101650 Very Vanilla Card Stock
• 115675 Razzleberry Lemonade Designer Series Paper

Ink & Color:

• 115658 Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad
• 102283 VersaMark Pad
• 105542 Stampin' Pastels

Accessories & Tools:

• 113694 Heart to Heart Punch
• 116630 Modern Label Punch
• 105090 Word Window Punch
• 117649 Pinking Hearts Border Punch
• 102892 Sponge Daubers
• 101049 Stamp-A-Ma-Jig
• 103179 Craft & Rubber Scissors
• 104332 SNAIL
• 104430 Stampin' Dimensionals
• 100425 2-Way Glue Pen

To order what you need to complete this project, and help out the ARC Haitian Disaster Relief Fund, click on the Order Online button at right, then click "Shop Now" to get to the online store.  If you have questions, feel free to email me at mary@3amstamper.com or call (707) 695-3571.  And you may always leave comments below.

New Downloads for My Digital Studio

These latest downloads include Corduroy Buttons and Sending Love Epoxy Brads added to the embellishments!  Check them out in person during my demonstration on Saturday, February 13, from 9am to 10:30am or 10:30am to Noon.  Watch for your invitation coming soon!

If you can't make it, you can preview them in the online store.

Help for Haitian Disaster

From now until February 28, 2010, Stampin' Up! will donate $2 from every I {Heart} Hearts stamp set you buy to the American Red Cross’ Haiti Relief and Development Fund. This money will be used to provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need.

Product Name                                    Item # 

• I {Heart} Hearts – clear-mount    118571

• Clear-Mount Block D         118485 (you will need this to use the clear-mount stamps)
  

• I {Heart} Hearts – wood-mount    117010

To order, click on the Order Online button at right, then click "Shop Now" to get to the online store.  If you have questions, feel free to email me at mary@3amstamper.com or call (707) 542-3696.  And you may always leave comments below.

New Products Now Online

It's the season for Sale-A-Bration AND the new Occasions Mini Catalog.  Check out the exciting new product lines:

Occasions 2010 Mini Catalog:

New Clear-Mount stamp sets!  You get the advantages of a clear block with the quality of a deep-burn rubber stamp image, plus the stamp storage case saves space!!

The Simply Adorned line is now available, except for the 1-1/2" x 2" Rectangle Charm (I'll keep you posted).  See pages 32 & 33 of the Holiday 2009 Mini Catalog for the images.   Also, the Charming stamp set on page 32 is still available-its images are perfect for the charms.

Additions to the Build-A-Bear Workshop Collection!  Both stamp sets and dies!  The complete line is available, but not all images are shown.  You can see them on pages 34 through 37 of the Holiday Mini.

New Punches in an easier-to-use, space-saving style!  My 4-year-old grandson has tested these, so I know it's true!

And much more!

Also available from the Holiday 2009 Mini Catalog are all 3 Shimmer Paints shown on page 27.

Sale-A-Bration:

Everything listed in this brochure is FREE with an order of $50 in product.  There is no limit!  If you order $100, you get to pick 2 free items, $150 = 3 free items, and so on!

For the first time, catalog merchandise is ALSO available for free with a $50 order.  You must use the special numbers in the Sale-A-Bration brochure to order your free items.  If you order online and a dollar amount other than zero shows up on your SAB item, delete it and refer to the brochure for the correct number.

Definitely Decorative Additions:

The Definitely Decorative Catalog Insert adds a Chalkboard vinyl to the Decor Elements line.  You may have gotten a sneak peek of this with the 12 Days of Holidays sale that included Chalkboard and colored Decor Elements Vinyl Sheets.  The sheets are available in the On-line Store under Die-Cutting > Raw Materials.

Click on the buttons at the right under "Catalogs" and see what's new!  If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with me by phone at (707) 695-3571 or email to mary@3amstamper.com.

Getting Ready for the New Year-Class Ideas Contest

The Holidays this year have been especially hectic, and are continuing in that vein for at least another week.  I'm behind on getting my classes scheduled, so I wanted some help from you.

What type of classes are you interested in? Please post your suggestions in the comments section below between now and January 5th.  I will enter your name in a drawing for a selection of exclusively colored eyelets from Stampin' Up!'s retired accessory line.  Please post one suggestion per comment.  There is no limit on the number of comments you may post and each one counts as an entry.

I am preparing Classes by Mail and Classes On-line in addition to in-person classes, so you won't have to miss out!

New Contests Coming

Keep checking back here - I'm going to be posting some contests periodically and you'll have a chance to win some neat prizes!

Newsletter Subscribers: The monthly papercrafting contest will continue, plus keep checking back on the Subscribers Only page (link in your newsletter) for special offers.  Not a subscriber?  Sign up in the box at left - it's free!

Facebook Fans: I will be posting contests just for you shortly.  Not a Facebook Fan?  Click on the link at left and sign up.

Twitter Followers: You will be receiving a special tweet soon with links to the details of a contest just for you.  Retweet to your friends!  Not following me yet?  Click on the link at left and you'll be right there!  Not on Twitter?  Click on the link at left and you'll get to sign up, then follow me!

Yes, you may enter all the contests!

Update for My Digital Studio Software

There is now a software update available for your My Digital Studio software.  This update resolves some of the issues we discovered after the initial software release.  This update also provides some enhancements to make the software even easier to use.  Please note, once you download and install the update, your My Digital Studio software will display as “My Digital Studio 1.0.1.611” in the About My Digital Studio screen under the Help menu.

You can download this update within My Digital Studio by checking for software updates under the Help menu, or click on the links under Our Products>Product Lines>My Digital Studio>Updates, or use the links below.

To update your My Digital Studio software, simply click on the appropriate link.

• Download the My Digital Studio update for a PC.
• Download the My Digital Studio update for a MAC.

See the fixes and enhancements included in this update.

If you don't have My Digital Studio yet, click on the My Digital Studio button at right, then sign in to receive preferred pricing.  Click here to see the list of additional downloads available that are not included in the complete program.  If you have questions, feel free to email me at mary@3amstamper.com or call (707) 542-3696.  And you may always leave comments below.

Last Chance for Favorite Sets

Stampin' Up! announced today that these stamp sets are retiring as of January 4th:

Item Number	Stamp Set
113407	Back Woods
114492	Beautiful Baby
114486	Birthday Wish
113200	Branch Out
114496	Celebrations
113732	Central Park
113206	Classic Sketches
113226	Classy & Fabulous
114498	Flowers in Silhouette
113405	Font of You
113216	For the Bride
114494	Forever
109425	Friend by Definition
114488	Fun Flowers
113716	Garden Greetings
114490	Glad Friends
111580	Grand Soiree
113242	Hit the Road
113710	Lexicon of Leaves
113236	Man's Best Friend
114423	Ocean Commotion
113728	Playful Petals
109276	Polka Dot
111544	Putt Putt
113240	Quilt Quips
113754	Really Retro
113403	Sip by Sip
113726	Sweet Stems
113250	That's Funny
113688	Wonderful Watercolors
114028	Para la novia
114032	Acuarelas Maravillosas

If you have these on your wish list, now's the time to order. You can drop a hint to your loved ones and have them call me direct at (707) 542-3696.

If you want to see the images, give me a call and we can get together and look at them.

Free Shipping Ends Today

Until 10:00 pm PST tonight, you will receive free shipping on any order placed directly with me.  Take advantage of the Online Extravaganza Specials (which also end tonight) AND get free shipping, too!

Sorry, but this offer does not apply to orders placed online, only to orders placed by phone at (707) 542-3696,  (707) 695-3571 or by e-mail at mary@3amstamper.com.  Free shipping orders also do not count for the Frequent Stamper Program, but orders of $50 or more in merchandise DO qualify for a spot on my 50/50 Board for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate!

I will be contacting you for payment information before I can put in your order, but you'll get free shipping on any order you get to me by tonight.  Note that payment information must accompany Online Extravaganza orders so I can place your order immediately and you can receive the special price as well as free shipping.  Call your order in to (707) 542-3696.

Free Shipping Today

From now through 10:00 pm PST on Monday, 11/30, you will receive free shipping on any order placed directly with me.  Take advantage of the Online Extravaganza Specials AND get free shipping, too!

Sorry, but this offer does not apply to orders placed online, only to orders placed by phone at (707) 542-3696, (707) 695-3571 or by e-mail at mary@3amstamper.com.  Free shipping orders also do not count for the Frequent Stamper Program, but orders of $50 or more in merchandise DO qualify for a spot on my 50/50 Board (for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate)!

I will be contacting you for payment information before I can put in your order, but you'll get free shipping on any order you get to me by the deadline.  Note that payment information must accompany Online Extravaganza orders so I can place your order immediately and you can receive the special price as well as free shipping.  Call your order in to (707) 542-3696.

Happy Thanksgiving

I'm thankful for my family, my friends, the troops fighting overseas to protect my country, and for you, my readers.  Celebrate well and give thanks for all your blessings.