Judy's Stamp Studio

I'm so excited about the new cabinets and drawers in my stamp studio.  I have the most awesome sisters and brothers-in-law.  The first phase started this past weekend...the new cabinets.  This allows me to keep duplicate items in the studio so I don't have to "haul" things from the house to the studio when I have classes.  The next phase is going to be new entry doors (the old ones are rotting)!  I'm excited to share these pictures with you.  The first to use the counter top when using the Big Shot, Wet Embossing, Cutting, Scoring, Etc. was my Tuesday Girls Day Out Card Club.  They are as excited as I am!!



Thanks for indulging me by looking at my pictures.  If you are in the SW area of Fort Worth and want to spend time with new friends stamping, join us.  E-mail me for complete information and check out my "calendar of events."  'Til next time!!!
 

BETSY'S BLOSSOM

I've picked "Betsy's Blossom" (126004w or 126006c) as one of my number favorite stamp sets from the new 2012/2013 Annual Catalog.  The possibilities are endless in creating beautiful cards...especially when coupled with the Blossom Punch (125603), the Bitty Banners Framelits (129267), and Apothecary Accents Framelits (127003).  It is a versitile set and should be in your collection.  Floral District DSP (126919) is another favorite.  I can't wait to introduce this set to my "girls!!!"

  I would love for you to join us for club.  Please check out my calendar of events for June and RSVP.  Shopping at my website store is easy at www.jhogan.stampinup.net.  Thanks for stopping by. 

June the FUN Month

Stampin' Up! has introduced the customized "Starter Kit" at the low, low price of $99.  But look what you can get to go with the kit during the month of June!

FOR FREE

The brand-new Patio Party Suite and the Patio Party Digital Collection DVD

Here is what it includes

126740 Make a Cake Set (wood-mount) Retails for $14.95

126742 Make a Cake Set (clear-mount) Retails for $11.95

page 44 of the new 2012-2013 Annual Catalog

plus

126916 Patio Party Designer Series Paper - Retails for 10.95

page 165 of teh new 2012-2013 Annual Catalog 

plus

127215 Patio Party Digital Collection DVD - Retails for $22.95

page 199 of the new 2012-2013 Annual Catalog

This is up to $48 in additional FREE product!!

Joining my Bluebonnet Stampers Team is so easy, just sign up online through my Demonstrator Business Website @

www.jhogan.stampinup.net

I would love for you to be a part of this great team!!!



New Catalog Open House & Last Chance Sale

Saturday was my New Catalog Open House and Big Sale of retired SU products!  Here are a few pictures.  It was a fun day and now I have room for NEW products!!!

                  Everyone received a special "thank-you" at check-out.

                 Samples of products from the 2012-2013 Annual Catalog.

The "Early Bird" shoppers!!!

If you missed the sale and would like to have another chance to get in on the bargains, contact me for time and place. 

Summer Smooches

It's always fun to get a "sneak" peek at items in the new catalog.  Summer Smooches gives us that opportunity.  We will play with several of the "new toys" you will find in the new 2012-2013 Annual Catalog.  I giggled as I put these projects together for club next week.  They are too, too cute. 

Here is a list of the items used in these samples

Simply Scored Scoring Plate Diagonal and Simply Scor Pad

Paper Sesigner Series Summer Smooches

Brads Designer Fabric Summer Smooches

Bright Blossoms Stamp Set

Short & Sweet Stamp Set

Big Shot Die Bigz I. Petite Purse

Coordinating Card Stock - Indigo Blue

Whisper White card stock

Real Red, Lucky Limeade, & Indigo Blue Inks

Boho Blossoms Punch

Basic Pearls

If you are in the Fort Worth area, come join us to make these adorable projects.  Want to order the materials and make them on your own?  Visit my on-line store at www.jhogan.stampinup.net and place an order 24/7.  Or contact me and I will place it for you.  Either way take advantage of this great opportunity.  The preorder only last until April 30th.  Then you will have to wait until the new catalog is released.



Easter Punch Art Jelly Bean Treat

The order bags are filled and here are the cutest ever Jelly Bean treat they will find in their bag!  I love including a "thank-you" in each order bag ... letting my customers know how much I appreciate their support.  If you are the talented person who inspired these cuties...THANKS!

    These are the SU products you will need to make these adorable chicks:
124134   Cellophane Bag 1"x8"                                             
119855   Extra-Large Oval Punch                                          
119854   Scallop Circle Punch 1-3/4"                                     
119858   Boho Blossoms Punch                                             
              Small Oval Punch (retired)
119873   Circle Punch 3/4"                                                    
120906   Circle Punch 2-1/2"                                                
117335   Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folders                        
119706   Smooth Card Stock Brights Assortment                      
              (used Pumpkin Pie and Daffodil Delight)
119797   Smooth Card Stock 2011-2012 In Color Assortment    
                    (used Pear Pizzazz)
119707   Smooth Card Stock Neutrals Assortment                     
                    (used Black)
105021   uni-ball Signo Gel Pen

If you have any questions on how to put these adorable treat bags together, please feel free to contact me. 

Easter Card Projects

I can't wait to share these Easter card projects with my club members this week.  The 2011-2012 In-Colors are leaving us in a couple of months so I'm taking this opportunity to use them up to the 'last drop'!!!  I've grown to love several of these colors and hate to see them go. 

The bunny has such personality and I can't wait to see how the girls will put theirs together. And decorating the Easter eggs is such fun ... not nearly as messy as real eggs!!! The side step card technique is perfect for this style card. I know they will love making it!!!

 Bunnies are cute but Easter has a much deeper meaning. This card sums it up with the "He Is Risen" stamp set. The simplicity of this card makes it beautiful and sends a message of hope. 

I can't wait to share these cards with my friends this week.  Stamping together with friends is the BEST!!!  If you live in the Fort Worth area and want to be part of a great group of talented women, contact me for all the details.  

JUST ADD CAKE BIRTHDAY STAMP A STACK

The annual Birthday Party Stamp-A-Stack is on Saturday, February 25th.  All the cards will feature the "Just Add Cake DSP." 

Stamp Set:  You're My Type 125650 (c) 125564 (w)

Card Stock:  Early Expresso 119686 and Poppy Parade 119793

DSP:  Just Add Cake 124339

Stamp Set: Create A Cupcake 121982 (c) 121915 (w)

Card Stock:  Wild Wasabi 108641

DSP:  Just Add Cake 124339

Accessories:  Cupcake Builder 121807, 2-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch 118874, 

2-1/2" Circle Punch 120906, and Paper-Piercing Tool 116631

Stamp Set:  Happiest Birthday Wishes 122617(c) 122615 (w), Pennant Parade 122742 (c) 122740 (w), Short and Sweet 115060

Card Stock: Poppy Parade 119794, Whisper White 100730, Wild Wasabi108641, Baja Breeze 111352,

DSP: Just Add Cake 124339

Accessories: Petite Pennants Builder 122361, 1/2" Circle Punch 119869, 1/2" Stitched-Poly Ribbon Poppy Parade 119263

 

Stamp Set: Pennant Parade 122742 (c) 122740 (w) and Happiest Birthday Wishes 122617 (c) 122615 (w)

Card Stock: So Saffron 105114, Poppy Parade 119793, Baja Breeze 111352, Crumb Cake 120953, Regal Rose 105130, Whisper White 100730, and Eary Expresso 119686

DSP:  Just Add Cake 124339

Accessories:  1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon Chocolate Chip 124142, Scallop Edge Punch 119882, Petite Pennants Builder 122361, Cupcake Builder 121807, Crystal Effects 101055

Stamp Set:  Bring On The Cake 121958 (c) 121899 (w) and Happiest Birthday Wishes 122617 (c) 122615 (w)

Card Stock:  Peach Parfait 119794, Poppy Parade 119793, Wild Wasabi 108641, and Whisper White 100730

DSP: Just Add Cake 124339

Accessories:  Cupcake Builder 121807, Tasteful Trim Bigz XL Die 120893, and Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder 123128

These cards were inspired by the talented demonstrators who posted on Stampin' Connection.  If you are interested in card kits, please leave a comment along with your E-mail address.  Or you can order these supplies from my on-line store at http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/. 

MIXED BUNCH CLUB PROJECTS

A mild winter gives way to thoughts of spring ... the inspiration for this month's club projects.  Mixed Bunch stamp set, Calypso Coral, and Everyday Enchantment DSP make a perfect combination.  As usual the weather has suddenly changed and the feel of winter is back but still thinking spring!!! 

Thanks to Cindy Peterson and Becky Roberts for the their inspiration. 

Sale-A-Bration is in it's second month.  Take full advantage of this great promotional.  Get a FREE item from the Sale-A-Bration Catalog for every $50.00 spent on SU products from the 2011-2012 Big Idea Book & Catalog or Occasions Mini Catalog.  

You can shop 24/7 at my on-line store by going to my website http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/ 

Need a catalog...leave a comment to find out how to receive one. 

January Club Projects

Here are the three club projects we will be doing during club week.  We will use a variety of techniques using punches and the Big Shot (love that).  The projects will feature several items from the new Occasions Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration Catalog!  Ooooh so cute.  

                                         TAKE IT TO HEART

PUNCH ART - HUGS AND FISHES

PEEK-A-BOO FRAMES AND PUNCH ART

I can't wait to share these Valentine cards with my "girls."  All the cards were inspired from several talented demonstrators who post on LNS and Stampin' Connection.  Thanks ladies for sharing your talents.

Sale-A-Bration begins Tuesday, January 24th.  This is a great time to get FREE Stampin' Up! products.  From now until March 31st, for every $50 you sp 

Thank You Gift

Not only did I make some New Year Resolutions for my personal life but I also made a few for my business.  One of them is to send a little "thank-you" gift to customers who place on-line orders.  I really appreciate their support and want to express my thanks in a small way.  Here is the first one I sent this year! 

Inside the bag she will find a Stampin' Up! pen and magnetic bookmark and a  2012 matchbook calendar and mini note pad.  I hope she enjoys it. 

I do love being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and I would love to be yours.  I have a 24/7 store at http://www.jhogan.stampinup.net/ so stop by any time and place an order and you too will find a small appreciation gift in your mailbox!!!  Thanks for stopping by....and feel free to leave a comment...I love hearing from you.

Packed for Mom

It's so exciting when a new catalog is introduced.  This month our area demonstrator group are participating in a swap using something from the new Occasions Mini Catalog.  Over the next few days I will share some of the ones I receive.  This is my swap.  I used the "Packed for Mom" stamp set.
 

Stamp Sets:  Packed for Mom and Heard from the Heart
Card Stock:  Very Vanilla, Soft Suede, and Blushing Bride
Ink:  Blushing Bride, Soft Suede, and Certainly Celery
Accessories:  Edgelits Dies, Paper Stack 2010-2012 In Color Blushing Bride, and Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder

HAPPY NEW YEAR

It was glorious to have a few weeks off to focus on family and friends but I'm excited about gearing up for the new year.  Along with my stamp clubs, I'm offering some exciting classes and workshops during the first quarter of the year!  Check on the 'Calendar of Events' icon on the side bar and see all the events offered now.  I'm sure I will add more classes during February and March (as ideas "pop" into my head). 

I know the "Junk Journal" is one class I have in mind but I haven't set a date yet.  I love mine and have added so many cool things to it during the holidays (mostly wonderful recipes).  I also put many of my vintage recipes cut from old newspapers and magazines in the pocket pages.  So I know you are going to want to create one for your own small treasures!

So be sure to check back often to see club projects and more.  Remember don't forget to check out the Calendar of Events.  I would love for you to join me in the special classes and workshops if you live in the area. 

Thanks for dropping by and I would love for you to leave a comment.  Also stop by my on-line store and shop day or night...I'm open 24/7!!! 

 Occasions Mini Catalog begins on Wednesday, January 4 - April 30th

Sale-A-Bration starts Tuesday, January 24th 

Blake's 6th Grade Band Concert

Am I a proud Grammy???  Oh yes I am!!!  Here are a few pics of my precious Blake playing his trombone in his FIRST ever Christmas Concert.  Never has he picked up an instrument until he enrolled in the 6th grade band in August.  They were awesome and adorably funny.  Yes, I was on the FRONT row.  Had to take pics with my phone though so not too great but I wanted to share with my friends what I enjoy most when NOT stamping!!!

The director gave permission to take close up pics before the concert started.

I wish you could see how red his face was while blowing that horn.  He was playing his heart out!!!

Another great surprise...my blog has just passed the 1000 hit mark!!! 

YEA!!!

Merry, Merry Christmas friends and

thanks for all your support this year!!!

Become a Demonstrator Today!

Today only!!!

Stampin' Up! is offering demonstrators attending the Leadership Conference the opportunity to share the upcoming Sale-a-Bration Starter Kit Special and BONUS for just TWO DAYS (December 13 & 14). That's over one month before it's regular offering of January 24 to March 31st!

       Early Bird Starter Kit Details

Only available December 13 & 14 Today!!!

Starter Kit for ONLY $125 (regularly $175 - for over $340 of Stampin' Up! product and business supplies)

You can choose the Standard Starter Kit or the Digital Starter Kit

And the BONUS is...from February through December 2012, you'll get to choose either a FREE Designer Series Paper Pack or FREE MDS Digital Download each month! That means for each month (11 months) you can choose one or the other. (Shipping not included)

When you join now, you'll have access to the Sneak Peak pre-order going on right now for the upcoming 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog.

Once you join, when you place a demonstrator order between now and January 3rd, you'll qualify for FREE Sale-a-Bration products for every $50 you spend!!

Joining the Bluebonnet Stampers Team is as easy as E-mailing me at

gram0210@sbcglobal.net

Don't miss out on this opportunity!!!



Christmas Scrapbook Workshop

Need a place to put your special Christmas pictures?  This is the workshop for you.  Join us in January with pictures in hand and make this adorable 6x6 scrapbook.  What a treasure to display each year. 

The Album Cover

Preview of a few pages

 The project is so much cuter in person.  But it will give you an idea of what to expect.  The album and all supplies for inside pages are furnished.  You are responsible for adhesives.  The class fee is $30.00.  Supplies must be ordered soon.  The cut-off date to sign up for this workshop is Monday, December 12th.  E-mail me at gram0210@sbcglobal.net today!!!

Last Club Orders Delivered for 2011

Yes, all the club orders have been delivered or picked up for 2011!!!  And look what they found inside.  Becky Roberts is such an inspiration to me and many, many others.  Because of her inspiration, I have been putting little "happy" thank-yous in each of my orders this year.  It's such a great way to let my friends how much I appreciate their support each month.  Thanks Becky for the tip--I've loved doing it and I think my girls have loved it too!!

This is great way to use the Peekaboo Frames Die Cut.  This is a "must" have in your die cut collection.  Contact me to get yours today!!

THANKSGIVING DAY

I hope all of of you had as lovely a Thanksgiving as the Hogans!!!  Here are a few pictures to share.  How blessed Jim and I are to have two wonderful boys and their families.  We spent two days with Jim and Meredith and 5 precious boys (not quiet!) while John, Rhonda, Seth, and Bella visited her family in Fort Smith, Arkansas. 



Filling the bowls with all the yummy food

It's almost time!

Someone's ready!!

Waiting to be called to the table.

Perfect ending to a perfect day...S'mores!!!

Is this too crispy???

Whoooy Goooy and Yummy Yummy for my Tummy!!!

...WHAT A WONDERFUL DAY...

All About Christmas

November clubs will be working on some lovely Christmas cards.  These will surely brighten anyone's holidays.  If you are in the Fort Worth area, please give us a try.  E-mail me for complete details. 

All About Christmas

Christmas Ornaments

Hang The Stockings With Care

Welcome Christmas In Your Heart

I love what I do and I love sharing it with you.  Hope you will enjoy making these cards as much as I enjoyed preparing them. Check out the calendar of events located on the left hand side bar to see upcoming events.