Chic' n Scratch

Quick Update

I'm headed to bed but I thought I'd fill you in for tomorrow.  I plan on getting up early and posting the Last Chance List as soon as possible.  I'll also post the link to order a copy of the New 2009/2010 Idea Book & Catalog.   And, I'll announce the winner of the Last Chance List Contest.

Thanks for all the really nice emails over the past few days!!  My head is somewhat better...and my voice is returning....but it still sounds rough :) 

See ya tomorrow!

p.s. I stamped one little card today so I could post on my blog and after I took the picture & went to edit it......... it looked just like a card I made two months ago :)

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

Chic n Scratch Bloopers #2

It's perfect timing for my Chic' n Scratch Bloopers #2!!  

Why?  I've lost my voice.... I've had lots of sinus infections but I've never had this happen.   I sound like a frog one minute...and then my voice is gone..........that reminds me that would make a good blooper itself ...and a frog would be a good choice for my Punch Book. 

Okay back to the Bloopers....it's ready and posted on my Stampin' Academy.  Click here to go there now. I hope you enjoy them!!

I'm not sure I'll get a chance to post over the next few days. I'm going to try to wrap up my Punch Pages and get the instructions typed & posted.  

 Have a great weekend & thanks for stopping by!!

Animal Punch Pages

Hi, I spent many hours reading all the emails I received regarding my Punch Book and with a little help from my friends we decided that I had to offer several choices (based on the feedback). 

Here's the details......please make sure you read all the details before you click to order.

Animal Punch Pages - Option #1 - Instructions that include the Punch Page $4 each animal (see button on the left side bar of my Chic' n Scratch Shack).

Purchase the instructions for each animal and the final page of the instructions will include a photo of my Punch Page.  You can print that last page on Whisper White Cardstock, cut it and slide it right into your Punch Book.

If you've already purchased my instructions I will send you the additional pages asap.

Currently I have 3 completed  and if you look on the left side bar of my Chic' n Scratch Shack you'll see the links to the Hippo, Lion & Ladybug Instructions.  I'll continue to add the rest of the Instructions there because that option will remain open for a while (options 2 through 4 are limited).  Plus that's where I'll post future instructions when they're available.

Make sure you check out Option #3. If you purchase the Instructions you can add on the animal pieces.

 

Animal Punch Pages -Option #2 - Ten Completed Punch Pages

With this option you will get 10 pages with 10 animals & their parts (It will look just like my punch page) for $25.  The only thing missing from the page will be the writing and I'll provide you with a picture to complete it (it will be sent as a pdf file).

  

The list of animals include:  Hippo, Lion, Ladybug, Horse, Alligator, Bear & Reindeer.  The final three will be chosen soon!

I'll start taking orders now and will start shipping the 2nd week of June (could be earlier).

Please read the Fine Print before you purchase.

Fine Print: The pages do not include an album or page protectors. You have a few choices, you can check out my "Gotta have it all Kit" or you can order the album (we sell the albums in our Stampin' Up! catalog).  The album is the 6 x 6 Linen 3 Ring.   Please check all four options before you purchase.

 

Animal Punches - Option #3 - Animal Parts

This option is only available if you're purchased the instructions listed in Option #1.  The animal pieces can be purchased for $2 each.  If you purchase the Hippo instructions you can purchase the Hippo parts, please do not mix and match, that option is not available.

If you've already purchased the instructions (last week) you're welcome to order them.

They'll be shipped 1st class mail and you can expect shipment fairly quickly.

1.  Hippo  

2.  Lion   

3.  Ladybug  

4.  Bear   

5.  Reindeer 

The rest of them will be posted soon....my goal is to get more added on Saturday

 

Animal Punch Pages Kit - Option #4 - "Gotta have it all Kit"

This kit includes everything you need to complete your own album for $50.  (except the glue & the black marker....you have those right?)

Here's what comes in your kit: A 6 x 6 Linen Album - color of your choice, 10 Pages, 10 animal packets & all 10 instructions (each animal has 4 pages and will be sent as a pdf file). Animal list includes:  Hippo, Lion, Bear, Ladybug, Alligator, Reindeer & Horse (the final three will be revealed next week).

I'll start taking orders now and once I receive all the orders I will place my order with Stampin' Up! for the albums. Your deadline to order this kit is June 10th.  (If I get a huge response I may open it up for another round in June or July.)

Special note:  As a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator we are not allowed to cash & carry items.  That means I will collect the orders & then place my order with Stampin' Up!  Shipment of this kit should be around the June 20th(could be a little sooner depending on shipping from Stampin' Up!).

If you have any questions, please send an email to angie@chicstand.com.

Thanks!

 

Alligator video is ready :)

Good morning!   The video on how to assemble the Alligator is ready, click here to watch it on my Stampin' Academy.

I'll be back later today with the details on how I'll be selling my Punch Book/Pages.

Have a great day!

p.s.  girlfriends....I'm going to the doc today.....it's 8am and I'm dressed and ready to head to the walk in clinic.

Animal Punch Pages

Hey,  my internet & phone is working again (insert happy dance).

Thanks for all the really nice feedback you all gave me over the weekend regarding my Punch Pages!! I've made a decision & you'll have four options.  If all goes well....... I'll post the details tomorrow.

 You do not want to hear that I'm sick and I've had a fever all day...do you? as well as no phone and no internet service..... when it rains ....it not only pours..... it floods!   I'm thinking I could write a book. I know, that was a poor choice of language....I'm trying to laugh instead of cry :)

Congrats to Patti P!! You've won my 5 Animal Punch Pages :)  I've sent you an email. I've also started a new area on my blog to announce winners to my Contest.  I've been offering lots of goodies lately and I needed a spot to list the winners.  I always ask the winner if I can post their name (some have chosen not to and I respect that).  In the future I'll just keep adding the names to this list, click here to view it.   ( Patti's name is the only one listed now, instead of going backwards we'll go forward.)

Thanks for stopping by...see ya tomorrow!

Alligator Punch

Check back on Wednesday for more details on my Alligator Punch Page.... and lots more :)     

8am update....My phone service and internet service is down (has been since yesterday evening).  Time Warner will be here at 2pm to look at my problem.  As soon as they get me reconnected I'll get busy. 

 I'm using my Sprint card to update you just in case you've tried to call or email.  Downline & my dear customers..... if you have a question  that you need an answser right away, email my personal account at angiejuda@aol.com.  Otherwise I'll update again around 3pm (if all goes well...pray that it does!!)

Sense of Time stamp set

Hi!

I was really happy to get this card in the mail from one of my uplines (thanks Jill)!!   I bought the Sense of Time stamp set from the Occasions Mini Catalog and I haven't had a chance to use it yet.  But, Father's Day is around the corner and I'm thinking I may use this set. 

I have several things to share this week  & I'll start with one today.  Are you considering becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator?   I ask because next week is a super exciting time for Stampin' Up! demonstrators.  You  can join next week....but right now, in May we have a special kit for $75.  (Ask me for details on the Scrapbook kit.)

Next week we'll get to pre-order the new In-Colors as well as some new sets and the New Idea Book & Catalog will be included with our first order placed in June. That's as much info as I can give you, the details for it will be posted on our Stampin'  Up! website June 1st.

Okay, I said I was only going to mention one thing but I can't resist. If you're needing ink refills or cardstock or ribbon for the current In-Colors, please order them asap!!  Every year we run out of those supplies really fast.

Thanks for stopping by!!

 

Change in Plans

I always have the best intentions ......but I've fallen short again.  I think maybe I should be learning something from this but I'm not sure what.  Oh well, moving on.  My plan was to offer some major blog candy this weekend.  But between Dave being sick and everything else I've not been able to post the details. So, we'll improvise.

If you'd like to win a copy of the five pages (Hippo, Lion, Ladybug, Reindeer & Bear) of my punch book leave a comment on this post.  I'll draw a name on Tuesday.   And, I have a small favor....I need some testimonials for my Chic Stand.  I've gotten hundreds of emails about how much you all love it.  But, when I get a comment that says "It just looks like foam" or "whats the big deal" ...it throws me for a loop.  So, if you have the Chic Stand and want to post your comment about that it would be great.  I'm going to compile them and create a spot on my blog for them.

Have a wonderful weekend and I'll see ya on Tuesday.

Teddy Bear is ready :)

Hi,  the video is ready for the Bear. Click here if you'd like to go watch it on my Stampin' Academy.

Good night!

Punch Book??

Quick question...I've heard from so many of you that you're interested in my purchasing my Punch Book.  But I need your help.....here are some of my concerns.

1.  My book has 5 pages completed but I have three more that are almost done for a total of 8 animals.

2.  Are you interested in buying the completed pages or the supplies to make your own?

3.  Are you wanting all 8 pages now or how about we start a Punch Club?   Any ideas?  Do you want to make just the animals or is the pages you want? Do you want me to make the pages or do you want the kit?  

4.  How much to charge?  This one bothers me the most because punching all those pieces are very time consuming and to be honest they hurt my hands after a while.  I have a lady that I can pay to help me (the key word being "pay") so I would need to come up with a fee that's reasonable for all of us.

So, what you are thoughts?  I usually make all the decisions about my kits but I really need help with this one.  Instead of posting comments here, please send an email to MYCHICNSCRATCH@AOL.COM.  On Tuesday I will draw a name for something free (does that drive you crazy not knowing what it is?).  In the past I've taken the responses from all my emails but this time I'll draw the name only from the email mychicnscratch@aol.com.   Thanks!!

 p.s.  This is not the Blog candy I spoke of......that's around the corner.

 

New Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog

Oops, I made a mistake.  Yesterday I posted that I was pre-selling the 2009/2010 Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog and I just found out that I need to wait until June 1st.

If you're interested in getting an Idea Book & Catalog  as soon as they're available, please send me an email and I'll add you to my waiting list.  Or check back on June 1st and click on the "Add to Cart" button.

 Send an email to chicnscratchmail@aol.com to add your name to my waiting list.

Thanks!!

Bear Punch :)

 

Good afternoon!

This is what I worked on this morning...the Bear Punch.

I've made the video and I'm in the process of editing it now.  10pm update....The video is ready.  Click here if you'd like to go watch it.  

The punches used were:  Scallop Circle, 1", 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8" Circles and the cardstock is Close to Cocoa, Creamy Caramel, Black & Whisper White.

One important note...I'm going to offer Blog Candy over the Memorial Day weekend so make sure you check in once so you can register to win!!  I'll post the details just as soon as I get them finalized....I'm thinking I may have to offer some of my Punch Pages!

 If you're tired of seeing these animals I'm sorry and I'll try to make it up to you next week.  Making them has been perfect this week with Dave home sick.  I work a few hours and then the rest of my time is dealing with my family (his coughing all night is keeping both of us awake).

Thanks for stopping by!!

p.s. I'm so thrilled that you're excited about my Last Chance Contest.  You never know when you offer something if it's a good idea or a bad idea and I'm excited that you are excited!  (Don't you agree it's the little things in life that make us happy?)

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

Free Stampin' Up! Product!

 Let's have some fun!!

 Stampin' Up! announced this week that the retiring list will be available June 1st and they've changed the name to the "Last Chance List".  I love the name change....catchy isn't it?

How would you like to win to win $30 in free product from the brand new catalog?   Here's the details:

Send me an email with your list of 10 stamp sets that you think will be on the Last Chance List (only list 10).  You must email me the list. Do not post it on this blog for every one to see.  email angie@chicstand.com by May 27th to enter to win.

On June 1st look for an email with the  Last Chance List & the name of the winner.  The winner will be the person that gets the most right.  If there's a tie I'll have to draw a name from the hat.  If you get all 10 right you'll get an additional $10 in free product.

Good luck!

p.s. This special is for my customers only. If you've placed an order with me online or in person within the last year you are a customer.  Chic' n Scratch Shack orders do not count towards this contest.

Click here if you'd like to Pre-order your copy of the 2009/2010 Idea Book & Catalog.

Ladybug is ready!

Good morning!

The Ladybug punch video is ready to watch on my Stampin' Academy.  Click here if you'd like to go watch it.  I've posted all the supplies & details over there.   Thanks!

p.s. thanks for all the well wishes for Dave....he's still home sick.  Maybe the doctor can fit him in today....yesterday he was told next Wednesday.

Ladybug Punch

 

Good afternoon!

I'm working on the video for this ladybug right this minute. It's filmed..... but I need to edit it & load it on You Tube.  I'll share all the details when it's ready. 

The Stampin' Up! punches you'll need are 1 3/4 Circle, 1" Circle and a Crop a dile (it has the 3/16th circle).

My hubby's home and he's really sick...I'm starting to get really worried!  Two weeks ago he was home sick for a week....then he left for New York and was gone for a week and now he's home and sick again.

I'll try to get the video finished today.....Thanks for stopping by!

Lion Punch

 

Hi, the video on how to make this Lion with our Stampin' Up! punches is ready on my Stampin' Academy.  Click here to go watch it.  The supply list is over there too.

I've had several requests for typed instructions and I've decided to make them available.  But.....everything that's on the instructions are on my videos.  Not to worry..... my videos are staying free to everyone!!  The reason I'm offering the instructions are because I've had some requests......my theory is ..... it never hurts to try.  Due to the time it requires to make the instructions I need to charge a small fee.  

If you'd like to purchase a 3 page pdf file with instructions & picture, it will be available on my Chic n Scratch Shack tomorrow (Monday)  The instructions are sent electronically when payment is made and they can be found on the left side bar of my Chic n Scratch Shack under "Other items for Sale". Over the next week or so I'll be slowly adding some of my past instructions.  Just remember, the information that's on my instructions are available free on my videos. 

If you're looking for the PDF file on the Hippo it's loaded and ready to go. Click here to go there now.  Click here if you'd like to purchase the Lion Instructions.

Congrats Jennymorlan (screen name on You Tube)  & Kadie Labadie you won the PDF file for the Lion.  Please send me an email and I'll send you the file (angie@chicstand.com). 

Have a great day! 

p.s. Over the next few months you're going to start seeing misc. items for sale on my Chic n Scratch Shack...past card kits, left over 3-D kits, retired stamps.  I'm cleaning out my office and you never know what I might post over there (I'm a pack rat).

p.s.s.  The little tool I used to assemble the animals is called a QuickStik and you can find them online.  Just google QuickStik by Quickutz.  I bought mine from our local scrapbook store and they sold them right by the reigster.

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

Hippo Punch

Hi!  After making the boxes with all the animals I couldn't resist making them for a kids bookmark.  Isn't that a great idea?  I can't wait to make a ton of them!!! 

 I choose to make the Hippo Punch first because that was the one most requested...I've filmed two so far and hope to get the other two tomorrow.

Do you remember the ribbon bookmark idea that I got from the Stampin' Up! Convention last year (Eastern Bloom Bookmark that I'm selling on my Chic' n Scratch Shack)?   Wouldn't this be darling on that too?  I'll show you one in a couple days.

I've made a video for the Hippo and loaded it on my Stampin' Academy.  Click here if you'd like to watch it. 

I've also posted all the details over there....the list of supplies & everything. 

If you'd like to purchase a pdf file with the instructions, send me an email and I'll direct you to the link. (Link will be available after noon on Sunday). 

Thanks for joining me!

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

Animal Punches

 

Hi!  Aren't these the cutest things ever?   I wish I could take credit for creating them but I can not.  A friend (hey Julie) and I got together and we madethese animals from a variety of sources (mainly splitcoasters.....I think).  The day we made them was a blast!  I swear we laughed so hard...especially when we made the horse.  You had to be there!!  Let me tell you.... you start to talk to this guys once you've made a few. 

Each animal is made with our Stampin' Up! punches and when I saw the Matchbox Die I knew that would make the cutest little gift for a child.  Do you remember the Bunny Face box I made with the nugget box?

 To add some texture I used the Big Shot Texture Plate #4 and I sponged the edges on all of them to give it some depth (is that the right word?).

Now for the good news....I'm working on the videos this weekend but because of the process I'm not sure if I will have one ready by Saturday.  I'll try.... but I have Card Class tomorrow, 3-D kits to mail and Stamp Club on Monday & Tuesday. 
That means I need to also clean my stamp room (oh dear!!!). 

Have a good night and thanks for stopping by!!

p.s. When I make the videos I promise I'll have the list of all the punches needed.   I found some of the animals, not all of them and who knows where I put the list.  But when I make the video you'll see each and every punch I used and I'll put it on the screen and on my blog. 

Click here if you'd like to place a Stampin' Up! order.

Card Class & Stamp Club Reminder

Hey Ladies, three  quick notes.....

1.  Card Class is tomorrow evening .... don't forget to bring your adhesive. 

2.  Club Girls - You have your choice of Monday 11am - 12 pm or Monday 7pm - 8pm or Tuesday 12pm - 1pm.  You know the drill ......all you bring is yourself :)  Can't wait to see you all...seems like it's been forever!!

3.  3-D Kit Club members- If you placed your order by the 10th your kit will be mailed tomorrow (if you placed it after the 10th your kit will mail on Monday). A new password to the website will be emailed to you over the weekend.

See ya later!

Matchbox

 

The video is ready for the Matchbox and you can see all the details on my Stampin' Academy.  Click here to head there now.

Have a great day!

p.s. Club members this is one of your May projects.

Supply list:  Great Friend stamp set & Lovely Letters Alphabet.  Big Shot Die Cut Machine, Matchbox Die & Circles #2 Die.  Scallop Circle Punch & 1 3/8 Circle Punch.  Walk in the Park Designer Paper, Whisper White Cardstock & Basic Gray cardstock.  Chic Stand & Paper Piercer.