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Have you heard the saying “if it’s not on the calendar- it’s not real”? In our busy lives it’s easy to put things off, even things we really want to do, if they aren’t on our calendars. We have to consciously make time in our schedules for the things we want to do, and that energize us; not just for the things we have to do!
So how do we “make time” in our lives for the want-to-dos? As counterintuitive as it may seem, when you take a little time out to re-energize yourself, you will be better able to accomplish all of those need-to-do things in your life! Some things, like making Christmas cards, can even do double-duty with others like getting together with friends. Set up a reoccurring monthly craft night with your friends. Perhaps on the first Wednesday evening or the third Sunday afternoon of the month. Once you pick a date, stick with it! Get together, chat, create, have fun! Once the holidays are past, don’t stop! Just change your focus to birthday cards, gift items, or your scrapbooking projects. You and your friends will be continually re-energized by taking time to do something creative and relaxing together!
Happy Stamping!

Linda Bartolucci
Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
Your Personal Paper Craft Consultant
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Friend card
Sometimes it's a challenge to find enough superlatives to describe a favorite friend -- so we thought we'd lend a hand with our Fabulous Phrases stamp set. We added a little Summer Starfruit 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon and a beautiful edge using our Large Scallop Edgelits Die for a perfectly lovely card.
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Fabulous Phrases stamp set (#117002) 2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 133
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Summer Starfruit 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon (#126846)
2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 172
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Halloween Favor
Designing fun rosettes is a snap using our Simply Scored tool. It helps you make perfectly-measured score marks for gorgeous rosettes - every time!
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Spooky Bingo Bits stamp set (#123944) 2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 29
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Simply Scored Scoring Tool (#122334)
2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 181
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Happy 30th Birthday card
A stylish mix of Designer Series Paper and ribbon banners help you make a simply beautiful card in minutes! Top it off with a label created using the Labels Collection Framelits Dies and you're done!
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Memorable Moments stamp set (#126680)
2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 139
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Labels Collection Framelits die (#125598)
2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 191
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Happy Birthday candle pouch
There's nothing like a handcrafted birthday surprise. This little pouch can hold a special birthday treat - from candy to jewelry and deliver it in style. Just trim down a brown paper lunch bag, stamp on it, and add a topper! With a little embellishment, you'll have a package worthy of any gift.
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Patterned Party (#123065) 2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 141
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It's a Wrap Occasions (#123590) 2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 163
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Friendship card
French is the language of love, and with this graceful scripting, you'll love the elegant look that a simple background stamp can create. The added butterflies and sentiment are the perfect additions and make this card ready to spread the feeling of friendship.
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Kindness Matters stamp set (#122900) 2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 74
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En Francais background stamp (#109521)
2012-2013 Annual Catalog page 129
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To purchase supplies for any of
the projects highlighted here,
visit my store and enter in the
item number listed in
the search box on the top left.
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September Color Inspiration
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HOW TO ORDER |
You can place an order with me anytime. There is no minimum/maximum amount and orders will be shipped directly to you within 10 business days. Email orders to me at linda@inkstampandscrap.com. I accept MasterCard, VISA, Discover, PayPal, cash and local checks. I will email you a copy of your invoice and totals, and notify you of any freebies you may qualify for. Phone orders 203-913-7049 . If your order is over $150, you'll receive FREE stamps and additional shopping dollars!
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ABOUT ME:
I became a Stampin' Up! demonstrator because we moved to a new state with young children and I wanted some "adult" time. I was already in love with stamping and it seemed like the perfect match. I still love to stamp and have made countless friends through customers and other demonstrator connections. I love being part of a company that pays you to do what you love. If you would like more information about Stampin' Up!'s exciting products and opportunities, please contact me.
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