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DeNami Bonanza Weekend!
Get ready for 2 full days of cardmaking fun here at Stamp Works!! Kelly has created 4 fantastic classes packed full of classic DeNami designs that you are going to LOVE! Kelly will be using some of the new images along with current favorites. Just wait until you see the new stamps DeNami has come out with! Seating is limited - so sign up early to reserve your spot!

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Saturday, September 25th

DeNami Halloween and Thanksgiving Extravaganza with Kelly

9:00 - 12:00

$25

Welcome to the DeNami weekend opener!!! We are going to mix it up a little in this class by using both fabulous fall-themed stamps and spooktacular Halloween images. We will be making 4 cards and one special Halloween project that will be sure to get your fall season started out right!!!

Delightfully DeNami with Kelly

1:00 - 5:00

$35

Welcome to the whimsical world of DeNami!!! In this blitz class, we will be creating 10 quick and simple (yet SUPER CUTE) cards. Think WHIMSY! Think BLING! Think GLITTERY GLITZ! Remember: Blitz classes are very fast paced so come armed with your basic supplies and ready to work. At the end, you will have 10 wonderful cards to share with your friends and family and you will have had a great time creating them!!!

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Sunday, September 26th

DeNami Christmas Spectacular with Kelly

9:00 - 12:00

$25

Christmas already??? ABSOLUTELY! A stampers we need to get a head start on our holiday cards and here is the perfect chance!!! I will be incorporating some of DeNami's brand new Christmas images in this class. I am so excited to share them with you. Our projects will range from classic to whimsy and elegant Christmas designs that will be sure to match up with everyone on your list!! We will be making 4 cards and one special Christmas giftable item to help get you in the Christmas spirit!!

DeNami Divine with Kelly

1:00 - 5:00

$35

Welcome to the divine world of DeNami Design! In this blitz class, we will be creating 10 quick and simple (yet GORGEOUS) cards. These all occasion cards will be a bit more traditional than those created in the "Delightfully DeNami Blitz" class but still will be in classic DeNami style with a slightly whimsy yet elegant flair. Remember: Blitz classes are very fast paced so come armed with your basic supplies and ready to work. At the end, you will have 10 wonderful cards to share with your friends and family and you will have had a great time creating them!!!

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Please note: These classes will fill up fast and are on a first come first serve basis. All fees must be paid to hold your spot and due to the all the time and hard work it takes to prepare for all these classes they are NON-REFUNDABLE.

Happy Stamping,
Nic

Special Event Tomorrow!

Canon Selphy Printer
Thursday March 4th
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Come on over to the shop tomorrow for a Canon Selphy Printer opportunity with Tricia Samsol. Bring your camera/memory card and she will print out 5 photos to take home for FREE!!!!



This awesome printer prints in black/white, sepia, color, and has some amazing special effects that you can do to pics. You can also crop photos right there on the printer and then print them out!

Stop on by the shop to check it out :)

Happy Stamping,
Nic

HERO ARTS Preview Party this Saturday!!

You're invited to the Hero Arts 2010 Preview Party this Saturday at Stamp Works

I have ordered a sampling of all the new clear cling and wood mounted stamps. I'm so excited to see what HERO will be sending! Come on down to the shop this Saturday and celebrate!!

• FREE Make & Take featuring new stamps - while supplies last.
• ALL HERO Stamps will be 10% OFF.
• For each HERO stamp purchased, you will be entered for a chance to win 7 door prizes!*

Here are a few Wood Mount Stamps that HERO posted for sneak peeks:

...a couple of the new Clear Stamps Sets:

...and a peek at one of the new CLINGS:

Hope you can stop on by the store for the party!

Happy Stamping,

Nic

*1 door prize per person

Vendor Open House

This Saturday - August 15th
11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Come on over to the store this Saturday for some fun! I will be hosting a vendor open house for Hero Arts, Unity Stamp Co., and Spellbinders. Come meet Krista, our rep for these fabulous companies. She will have the current catalogs for you to peruse through and see all the fabulous products these companies just debuted at the Craft and Hobby Association convention in Florida. If you have been interested in checking out the hype about the Nestabilities by Spellbinders, Krista will be happy to show you their unique cutting and embossing system that is all the rage. Unity Stamp Co. is also a unique stamp company that deserves some special attention. Hero Arts is always a classic stamp company. You can also place an order to purchase any products you would like from these companies. And if you pre-pay* when you place your order, you will receive 10%off!

So come meet Krista, check out these great companies, do a make-n-take, and save 10% on some new goodies. It's going to be fun!!!

*All orders must be pre-paid and the 10% off special is just for these companies.






Happy Stamping,
Nic

Vendor Open House Event - Saturday August 15th

HERO ARTS and Unity Stamp Company are coming to Stamp Works!

Mark your calendars - Saturday August 15th for a Vendor Open House here at Stamp Works. More information about this event will be posted shortly. In the meantime -- check out the wonderful stamps from these companies on their websites:

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A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA '09 at Stamp Works!

I am thrilled to be part of A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA again! Almost 50 stores across the country will all be celebrating this stamp extravaganza put on by A Muse Artstamps -- and Stamp Works is one of them! This will be my 2nd year to host this exciting fun fill event.
WOOHOO!!!

On July 10th, A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA stores have the privilege to show you all of the NEW holiday products from A Muse Art Stamps. Not only will you be the 1st to feast your eyes on their biggest release of the year...you will be the 1st to be able to buy them! Yep...that's right! We get them before all other stores AND even before they're available online!

Mark your calendars for this event! There will be some fun classes being taught by our very own Certified A-Muse Instructor, Lori Barnett. Call the store and get registered early...space is limited! I will also have Make-n-Takes that you won't want to miss.

Friday July 10th 1pm - 3pm
Santa’s Toy Box A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA $20
You will be creating a fun little box – along with a dozen gift tags – all decorated with new A Muse holiday images and supplies. This versatile box template is made from 1 piece of 8 ½ x 11 card stock and can be adapted for a variety of projects from a fun pirate chest, to an adorable lunchbox, or an elegant bridal favor! You'll definitely want to add this template to your collection!

Saturday July 11th
FREE A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA Make-n-Take

Tuesday July 14th 1pm - 4pm
A Copic Christmas A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA $25
Let's get out those markers and put 'em to use on 5 fun holiday cards sure to dazzle, while learning a few fun tricks! We’ll be using Spica glitter pens too! For your convenience - a list of marker & pen colors used in this class will be provided. If you have any of these colors please bring them to class along with your basic stamp kit. Having them is very helpful – because you won’t be waiting to share class markers. (Basic blending knowledge helpful, but not required.)

Tuesday July 14th
FREE A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA Make-n-Take

Thursday July 16th 1pm - 4pm
Pretty Little Packages A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA $30
It’s time to have some fun with the Scor-Pal! Create clever gift packaging ideas + fun ways to present gift cards! We'll be using the latest A Muse holiday images during A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA, but the ideas you'll go home with are perfect for any occasion! If you have a Scor-Pal please bring it to class. If you want to get one prior to class at a 20% discount - just let the store know EARLY so one can be ordered for you.

Saturday July 18th 9am - 12:30pm
Winter Stampfest I A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA $40
Bring your holiday spirit and get ready for 3 ½ power hours of stampin’ fun! Using the Think Simple. Think A Muse. style, we will create 10 cards with newly released holiday images from A Muse. This is a great way to get a head start on your Winter holiday cards. Everyone will receive a step-by-step handout to take home…plus 10 envelopes! Please note: This class is designed for seasoned stampers only and moves at a fast pace. (Cards are different from Stampfest II)

Saturday July 18th 1:30pm - 5pm
Winter Stampfest II A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA $40
See description above (Cards are different from Stampfest I)

Saturday July 18th
A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA Make-n-Take

Did you know that the party has already started? Go check it out over on the A Muse News Blog. Also - beginning June 15th on the A Muse News Blog, the countdown to A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA begins with fun challenges, contests, and prizes! (Get all the details from their website HERE.)

June is here!

The June calendar has been posted. Click HERE to see all the wonderful classes to choose from. Class size is limited...so schedule early!



Also - mark your calendars. July 10th - July 18th. A-MUSE-A-PALOOZA is coming! Events and Class information will be posted very soon.

Happy Stamping Everyone :)

Nic

PRICKLEY PEAR TRUNK SHOW IS COMING TO STAMP WORKS!

Join us Saturday, October 18th for the Prickley Pear Trunk Show

Nicole from Prickley Pear will be here showing off all of her fabulous stamps and will have fun and fabulous make-n-takes for you to get your hands on and learn a couple of techniques using Radiant Rain and alcohol inks. This is like having our own private convention right in our own store. The make-n-takes are free. How fun is that!

So come on over on Saturday and join the fun!!!

See you then,
Nic