Catch up after Caught up!

My title says it all.

I've been caught up in Christmas (for quite a while) and now, I'm ready to catch up!  Missing one of my children was the hardest time this Christmas, but we look forward to having her home, or visiting her, one day very soon.  She's half way across the world in a beautiful country and she's with a loving family so that gives us comfort.  Thank you, God, for Skype!!

I'm putting together my calendar of events and if you'd like to host a party to earn free SU products, come craft with me or request a specific demonstration as a class, let me know!

Stampin' Up! has a new Spring Catalog with beautiful products, embellishments, tools and accessories!  Check it out by clicking HERE and don't forget to view the Clearance Rack for some amazing deals before you place your online order!  You can take a look at all the items on the Clearance Rack by going to my website HERE.

I'm always ready to get Inkin' and I look forward to crafting with you soon!

Thanks for Inkin' of me,

Going, Going, Gone Soon.

Time to say "goodbuy" to some beautiful stamp sets.

Click on this image below to see the list.

Stampin' Up! Retired Stamps List

Dates: April 15-May 31, 2012

Details
If you're familiar with Stampin' Up!, you might be thinking...the Stampin' Up! Retired List is early this year. And you'd be right! That's because the NEW 2012/2013 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog will also be early this year too...June 1st.

To make room for all the fresh new stamps on their way, it's time to say goodbye to some of old our favorites. This is your chance to get them before they're gone. (Note: Be sure to stop back on April 25th for the Retired Accessories List)

When you view the retiring stamps list, you may notice it's longer than in years past. During this transition to the new annual catalog, there are a higher number of stamps being refreshed and replaced than usual. While many stamps are going away, most are being replaced so that the breadth of our stamp lines is every bit as broad as ever, making the NEW 2012/2013 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog as exciting as ever!!

Remember, these stamp sets will only be available until May 31st, 2012. Don't miss out on purchasing the stamps you've been wishing for, before they're gone. Click here to place your order.

Thanks for Inkin' of me,

Ribbon of Hope

This is one of my favorite single stamps from the A la Carte collection of Stampin' Up! It's called Ribbon of Hope. Simple is chic!

Thanks for Inkin' of me,

Right on time for Valentines!

Here's another A la Carte single stamp from SU's IBC, called S.W.A.K. It's a powerful little stamp as you can see on this card! Just in time for Valentine's Day! This card also uses the Houndstooth embossing folder and Two Tags Die Cut. Love it!


Thanks for Inkin' of me,

Stampin' Up! Schedule 2011

Happy Fall!

Briefly, here is my list of upcoming classes throughout the fall:

26 October - Christmas Card Stamp-A-Stack (SAS)

9 November - Demo Night (fellow demonstrators get together for a shoebox swap)

11 November - Scrap & Yap Evening

15 November - Monogram Card SAS

17 November - Christmas Card SAS

29 November - All Occasion Card SAS

1 December - All Occasion Card SAS

6 December - Purse-Onally Perfect Purse Class

13 December - Monogram Card SAS

14 December - Demo Night (fellow demonstrators get together for a shoebox swap)

For more details on each class, please visit my Stampin' Up! website: keriout.stampinup.net

If you would like me to demonstrate anything in particular or host a workshop for you, please do not hesitate to contact me!

Don't miss out on the FABULOUS Promotions this month! There are three!!

* Sign up to be a demonstrator on my team, before 10/31/11, and you'll receive a Big Shot for free (or $100 in SU products)!! That means you receive $445 worth of merchandise for $175! WOW!!

** Purchase two Simply Sent Card Kits and receive a coordinating stamp set for FREE!!

*** Check out our new line - Stampin' Up's Cookie Press Stamps!! They are fun and easy to create masterpieces with!

You can get more information on my website for these specials or on my blog: www.inkinalatte.blogspot.com

Be sure to check out the Clearance Rack on my website for some GREAT Deals on quality products!

All the best ~

Keri Blake

Stampin' Up Creative Coach

"Stair" out the window!

I'm not sure if I've ever shared a Stair Step card that I have created before. This one is with the Aviary and Sincere Salutations, two of my favorite stamp sets! I used Bold Brights Designer Series Paper, Poppy Parade & Daffodil Delight cardstock colors! I also used the Decorative Label Punch for the "window"! Doesn't it look like the single birds friends are checking to see how the bird in the window is doing? I love it!


What do you think?
Thanks for Inkin' of me,
Keri Blake
Stampin' Up! demonstrator in the Mitten state!

Happy Birthday Mom!

Here's a card made for my mom with Create a Cupcake stamp set! I love the little hearts, recycled from the punch used on the bottom border! Clever Cupcake, huh? Enjoy.


Thanks for Inkin' of me,
Keri
Go get 'em Tigers!! Roar!

Just Thank You!

Here's another card I made for my All Catalog Swap (which I'm so anxiously awaiting my returns) in the A la Carte category! This is a single stamp called Just Thank You! This card fits in the standard envelope for mailing (it's a 3x6)!



Thanks for Inkin' of me,
Keri
Praying for all those affected by the tornado that hit Ferndale, MI.

Swappin' Season!

Once I finished my schooling and state exams, it was back to creating! I joined an Idea Book & Catalog swap for the New IBC 2011-2012! This swap was for every stamp set in the new catalog! Our swap hostess broke down the catalog into categories and listed each stamp set in that particular category. I selected seven different stamps sets in seven categories and got busy preparing my creations for each set. In all, I should be receiving 105 different cards in return! I can't wait! Meanwhile, here's a look at one of the swap cards I made for the first category, Hostess Stamp Sets. I used Array of Sunshine stamp set. Let me know what you think!


Please note, I receive inspiration from many different demonstrators. Although I do not yet have a watermark for my own, I do want to give credit for the CASE (copy and share everthing) from the original artist. I believe this card was inspired by the all talented Mary Brown.

Thanks for Inkin' of me,
Keri Blake
Loving the last of summer in Michigan

Licensed & Ready!

I'm back! After six weeks of school, studying every night and working as well, I've passed my class test (with flying colors) and sat for my State Licensing Exam and passed! I'm officially a licensed Real Estate Salesperson!! WOO HOO! Those of you who know me, know that I haven't been in school for a few years. So, can I share with you how hard it was to develop good study habits when you have a family of six and a job outside of the home? Phew... so glad to move on and learn more, but without the exams! I know what you're thinking, "life is one big exam after another!" right? I couldn't agree more!

I'm ready to get back to stampin'! Earlier this month, I signed up to be an seven different swaps in the new catalog! I am fired up to finish up my cards and get back 100+ cards, each made with a different stamp set out of the New Idea Book & Catalog (2011-2012)!! I'll be showing these off on a daily basis. Stay tuned in early September for some major sharing!! Meanwhile, I'll be sharing along the way, too.

Thank you for your patience and understanding,
Keri
Happy stamper in Michigan!

National Scrapbook Promotion!

May is National Scrapbooking month, and to celebrate, Stampin' Up! is offering this great promotion from May 1st - May 31st!

• Select stamp sets are 30% off.
• Select digital download bundles are 30% off.
• Select My Digital Studio print products are 30% off.
• The Digital+ Starter kit is 30% off

CLICK HERE TO SEE ALL PROMOTION DETAILS

My Big Shot Cabinet!

A while back, someone posted how they purchased a tool caddy, the seriously expensive Tool Chest - red metal - rolling - with many drawers, and turned it into a Big Shot table. Not only did it work well with all the dies in the drawers, the Big Shot sat on top AND they decorated the sides with the Serif Alphabet punched out and some designs from the Decor Elements sheets! It was sweet! I was jealous and certainly didn't have $459 to purchase a new one (here it is in pink from Sears, and they have it in a lime green too (my favorite color=green))!So, I pouted a little then asked my husband to make me something! He asked for the dimensions that I wanted and VOILA, it's perfect! It may not be decorated nor is it my favorite color green, but it's GREAT! I had to label the XL dies so that I could see what each one was without pulling them all out to find the one I was looking for. The other dies would stand on their ends with their labels facing out, so it worked perfect!


The green basket is holding all my embossing folders. You can see my smaller dies in the storage box that SU sells along with all my cutting pads, on the top shelf! It keeps me organized and it's so functional! Isn't this wonderful? I'm blessed with a wonderful husband!

If you have ideas on decorating it, I'm all ears! Until then, I'm keeping it simple and clean!

Thanks for Inkin' of me,
Keri
(cheering for the Detroit Red Wings!)
visit me on my facebook page: Inkin' a Latte

Still hoping for spring!

It's been raining here in Michigan for over a week now. I love rain and thunder storms, but not for 10 days straight and with dogs who LOVE water! It's all worth it though! Here's a beauty of a card inspired by another demonstrator (if it's you, let me know and I'll give you credit) although I changed it some to make it my own.
With all these April showers, there better be some GREAT FLOWERS this May! : )
Thanks for Inkin' of me!
Keri

Wishing Spring Would Stay!

Here are two more beautiful card purses made from the new Paisley Petal DSP and Sweet & Sour DSP for you review! My downline made these and used the Fun Flower Die Cut from the Occasions Mini Catalog. Ordering from the Occasions Mini ends April 30th. Don't miss out on any items in this wonderful catalog!
Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks for Inkin' of me,
Keri (turning the heat back on in Michigan)

Today is the last day of Sale-a-bration!

Today, March 31st, is the last day of Sale-a-bration time! Don't miss out on FREE items and there are many to chose from... stamp sets, digital software, designer series papers with matching sticker sheets, ribbon & buttons!
Here's a pretty card made using one of the FREE selections from the Sale-a-bration catalog!

This is made with the Punch Bunch stamp set. It's one of four exclusive Sale-a-bration stamp sets that you won't be able to purchase at any time.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Inkin' a latte ~
Keri
(really shiverin' in Michigan tonight as the motor on our furnace died)

Hey Michigan, East siders, come support your local crafters!

Want to find some great Easter & Mother's Day gift items and ideas or something special for yourself or a friend? Join me at the Strolling Shopping Spree on Friday ~ 25 March, 2011 from 5:30 - 8:30pm.
South Lake Middle School / 21621 California in St. Clair Shores

I'll have a 3 tiered table loaded with great items for gifts or for yourself! Please stop by and say hello!

Support your local crafters!

Sale-A-Bration: Bliss Project Video

Here's yet another way I receive inspiration! Stampin' Up! is continuously motivating demonstrators and sharing great ideas to pass on to our customers/stampin' friends!
Don't miss out on making this card with the Bliss stamp set that you can select for FREE!! During the Sale-a-bration time, every time you purchase $50 in merchandise, you can select one of 78+ items in the Sale-a-Bration mini catalog for FREE!!
See my website to view the SAB catalog and to place your order. Click HERE!

Thanks for Inkin' of me!
Keri
(Inkin' & chillin' in 12" of fresh snow in Michigan tonight!)

Job offer!

NOW IS A TREMENDOUS TIME TO JOIN STAMIPN' UP!

Love all your Stampin' Up! products, but feel your habbit is getting a little too expensive? Well, here is your ticket to big savings! Become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator during Sale-A-Bration and save 15% on your starter kit. You can pick either the Standard Starter Kit (valued at over $310) or the Digital Starter Kit (valued at over $310) for only $148.75! AND when you become a demonstrator during Sale-A-Bration, you will receive this bonus bundle (valued at $50) for FREE!

PLUS you can "customize" either Starter Kit to fit your stamping needs and inventory!

When you become a Demonstrator, you will save 30% on your first product order of $150 or more (placed within 45 days of joining) AND you will earn hostess benefits AND receive a minimum of three Sale-A-Bration items (one for every $50 in product purchased)!

Just want to try it out? Well, that's just fine! There is no penalty to drop, AND you get to keep your Starter Kit AND everything you purchased at a discount! Join now and enjoy all the Demonstrator benefits and privileges through March 31, 2011. Once you've tried being a Demonstrator and loved it (I know you will), to stay active beyond June 30, 2011, $300 in product sales (including your own purchases) is required.

JOIN MY STAMPIN' UP! DEMONSTRATOR FAMILY, AND YOU GET TO ENJOY EVEN MORE DEMONSTRATOR BENEFITS!

Don't delay, join today and start enjoying a great deal and some great benefits!
As always, should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me!

JOIN TODAY! just click here to go directly to my website and start your own business and making money doing what you love!!

Thanks for Inkin' of me!

Keri

(Inkin' & chillin' in Michigan)

Sale-A-Bration is here!!

Are you ready to Sale-A-Brate?? Stampin' Up!'s Sale-A-Bration is going on now! This is my all-time favorite Stampin' Up! promotion and I know you will all love it as well! Here's the details of how Sale-A-Bration (SAB) works.

There are three ways to earn FREE products during Sale-A-Bration:

1.) You'll earn a free SAB product for each $50 you spend (before tax and shipping and handling). For example, if you order $100 of merchandise, you'll get two free SAB products.
2.) Host a workshop of at least $300 during Sale-A-Bration and earn one free Sale-A-Bration product in addition to the hostess benefits you normally earn.
3.) Join Stampin' Up! by becoming a demonstrator and get 15% off your Starter Kit. Plus, you'll get a bonus bundle filled with over $50 in free products! Please see my Join Stampin' Up! page for more details on this great opportunity!

Stampin' Up! releases a special brochure for this promotion with NEW products that you can select as your FREE SAB products! There is also a list of products from the current Idea Book and Catalog that you can choose as your free products. Just click on the image below to check it out.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Thanks for Inkin' of me! : )
Keri
(Inkin' & chillin' in Michigan)

Smile!

That's what this card tells me! I ♥ the color combo and CASEd (Copy-And-Share-Everything) this card from another paper crafter's blog, using all Stampin' Up products! I popped up the tree using the Stampin' Dimensionals to give it the 3d that adds so much to your "work of heart!" ☺


You'll find the "recipe" for this card (list of ingredients/products I used to make this card) below and you can order these products online, through my website by just clicking HERE!


Stamp Sets:
Valentine Defined #121941
Cardstock:
Soft Suede #115318
Old Olive (my FAV) #100702
Tempting Turquoise #102067
Melon Mambo #115320
Inks:
Always Artichoke #105219
Early Espresso #119670
Rose Red #101778
Accessories:
Heart to Heart XL Punch #119881
Eyelet Border Punch #119853
Melon Mambo Pompom Trim #123322
Rose Red Seam Binding #121884
Dimensionals #104430
Paper Snips #103579

As always, let me know if you have any questions!

Thank you for checking it out! I hope this makes you smile!
Keri Blake
(Inkin' & chillin' in Michigan)