Stampin With Alex

Goodbye Stampin' Up

2010-03-25T02:50:00.001-07:00

Well the time has come to leave Stampin' Up and concentrate my crafting efforts elsewhere. The Mini Launch mentioned below will be one of my very last Stampin' Up activities before my Demonstratorship gets cancelled on April 16th.

Thank you to all my friends and customers who supported me in my endeavours with Stampin' Up. I really appreciate your support and I am so glad that I met the amazing amount of papercrafters that I did during my journey.

If you have any questions or NEED (it's always a need isn't it??) anything from the current catalogues before the 15th April please contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com.

I can now be found here at www.alexhughescraft.blogspot.com and I work at www.pages2scrap.com.au where I am teaching scrapbooking, stamping and cardmaking. I love this craft and want to continue sharing it with you.

Thank you.

Bye

Autumn Mini Catalogue Launch

2010-02-28T03:53:00.000-08:00

We are holding another Mini Catalogue Launch for the new one that begins on 1 April 2010.

How exciting!!

This catalogue is gorgeous and features some new and exciting products and options. I am so excited about these and I would love to share them with you at the Launch. So if you are local to me on the Central Coast, NSW and are free on Monday 29th March at 7pm then book to come along. Contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com and book your spot.

I hope to see you there!

Cheers

Alex

Sale-a-Bration

2010-02-09T12:42:00.000-08:00

I have received my first Sale-a-Bration stamp set. Of course I could find $100 worth of product to buy to receive it.........couldn't anyone????

I picked the set called Vintage Labels. Love this set.

But I also love the little bird cage in Happy Moments, and the little houses you can build in Good Neighbours. Or even the sentiments in Whimsical Words. Ahhh, love them all actually. Maybe I need to go and find some more product to buy.

If you want to check out these sets, you can here. And then if you want to order your own $100 (or more) worth of product to pick your own Sale-a-Bration set (or two) then contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com I will be only too happy to help.

Bye for now,

Alex

Valentines Day

2010-02-08T03:38:00.001-08:00

Yep, this Sunday. Time to show the ones you love, how much you do.

On this card I borrowed the Butterfly Prints from a friend, along with the matching punch from the Summer Mini catalogue. Add some pearls and some Dazzling Diamonds and Voila!!

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Apologies and Promises

2010-01-11T04:15:00.001-08:00

No excuses, I have just been slack and focusing elsewhere lately. Mmm, mainly Christmas and school holidays have taken my attention lately. I also have a new job that a lot of you know about, I am finding it very exciting and lots of fun.

But I promise to update here a little bit more often. Promise!!

Here is two masculine cards I whipped up the other day. I struggle, like most of you, to make a manly card. But here are my attempts.

This first one was for my nephew and my first play with the grommets in the Summer Mini Catalogue. Love them!!

And this one I used the corduroy button from the main catalogue. Love these too!

Now don't forget about the Stampin' Up Clearance Sale. It is still available and finishes very soon. Click on the link to check out the list and prices. I will be placing an order in the next couple of days so don't miss out. Email me or call me with your order.

Thanks so much for coming back after such a stupidly long absence. I will bring you more crafting goodness very soon (I promised, remember)

Bye,

Alex

HUGE STAMPIN' UP INVENTORY SALE

2009-12-14T03:20:00.001-08:00

Yep, that's right. Stampin' Up are having an inventory sale and giving up to a HUGE 50% off certain stamp sets and products.

Check them out here.

If you would like to order anything, the sale starts tomorrow so contact me by email at scrapalley@gmail.com or call me on 0414 444 150.

Now, off to write my own list of sale stamps, ribbons, hardware, glitter etc.

Bye,

Alex

Summer Mini Catalogue

2009-12-13T02:06:00.000-08:00

The new catalogue for Summer is here and packed full of yummy new Stampin' Up products.

If you would like a copy, contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com and I will organise to get one to you.

Here is a cute little card we created at Stamp Club with a new stamp set from the mini. It is called Animal Stories and has four very cute animals in it. We also used the matching paper.

Have a fabulous start to the week and thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Hello, is anybody out there????

2009-11-26T04:20:00.001-08:00

Oh my gosh!!

How long has it been??? I refuse to believe that is has been over a month.

Life has been EXTREMELY hectic and I have let my blog here slide a little. My apologies to those of you that take the time to check my little cyber space here. Thank you for dropping by again.

Here is a little Christmas card to share with you as the season is now upon us. I have used the Tree Trimmings set from the Spring Mini catalogue on this card. The catalogue finishes on Monday, so if there is anything you would like to order please contact me before Monday to place your order.

I have been super slack on taking photos and my crafting efforts have been concentrated elsewhere at the moment. So to make up for having no projects to show you, I am very excited to share two projects made by some fabulous girls I know.

The first is a Random Act of Kindness gift I received in the post a couple of weeks ago. From the talented Pam Godfrey. I was so surprised to receive it....................and super happy. It looks fabulous on my cabinet in the lounge room.

See the details of the flower pots. Love it!

Then this project.....................it just makes me sigh with happiness. I received this from my gorgeous downline, Erin Crowther for my house warming.

See the sparkly glittering detail on the little house at the top of the hill.

And see the long path that represents my new looooong driveway. Love it.

Thank you so much to Pam and Erin for my gorgeous gifts. I really appreciate the efforts you have put into these items. They are treasured.

Thanks again for stopping by. Will be back next week after my crafting weekend with some more projects to share with you.

Bye,

Alex

A Little Christmas Cheer

2009-10-22T05:27:00.000-07:00

I have been working on some Christmas cards lately.

And will be back to share some more with you over the next few days.

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

MIA

2009-10-17T03:58:00.000-07:00

So sorry for being Missing in Action. Life has been SUPER hectic at the moment and my focus has been all over the place.

We had our fundraiser last night for Sids and Kids and had a FANTASTIC night. With over 60 ladies attending we raised a whopping $3000+. How great is that!!!!!

Thank you to everyone who attended, I had a great night and hope you did too.

Thank you also to my fabulous team of Stampin' Up demonstrators. You girls are fabulous and worked so hard on last night to make is such a great success. Hope you all have a nice rest this weekend :)

Thanks for stopping by and I will share some new creations soon, I promise.

Bye

Alex

Just for You

2009-09-25T04:20:00.001-07:00

Just a little share today. Simple but pretty.

Don't forget to contact me if you would like to book into our 'Close to my Heart' night. (see below)

Have a great weekend.

Bye

Alex

Close to My Heart - Sids and Kids

2009-09-21T07:17:00.001-07:00

If you are local to the Central Coast and want to have a night out crafting, then we would love you to join us at our fundraising event. It is for Sids and Kids and here are the details:

You may not realise but stillbirth is still quite common, and in our group of 7 Stampin Up demonstrators 2 of the Mums have had a still born. I can't imagine what it must be like and my SU team want to help in raising money for research into this problem.

SIDS and Kids isn't just about stillbirth, SIDS and Kids is dedicated to saving the lives of babies and children during pregnancy, birth, infancy and childhood and to supporting bereaved families. A cause well worth supporting! Bookings are essential and places are limited so get in early and email me at scrapalley@gmail.com or phone on 0414 444 150.

I would love you to join us if you can.

Bye

Alex

Have a Fabulous Weekend

2009-09-18T04:40:00.000-07:00

I hope you fit some crafting in.

Thanks

2009-09-15T16:33:00.000-07:00

Just a quick card to show you what we created in the Shabby Chic class recently.

Love that striped ribbon (available from the Spring Mini Cataglogue - let me know if you want some).

Bye

Alex

Can you hear the Jingle Bells?

2009-09-13T18:25:00.000-07:00

They are not too far away! Does that make you smile or cringe? Makes me smile because I love Christmas.

This weekend Georgina and I spent the day at the Erina markests again and this time we took our own crafting tools to create while we sat. (Not much selling or workshop bookings went on sadly). We decided to get into the Christmas spirit and started planning our Stamp-a-Stacks. Want to see what we created? Thought you might :)

Here is one I made borrowing Georgina's "Spotlight on Christmas" which I think I need to buy now. See that background stamp with the swirls and stars...............LOVE IT!!!!

And then I cased this one from Georgina (who I think cased someone else). Again using Spotlight on Christmas.

Then I got all vintage (as I always seem to) and created some tags for my pressies.

I am holding a Stamp-a-Stack on Monday 21st September at 10am and still have a couple of spots left. So if you want to come along and get a jump start on your Christmas cards, contact me to book your spot. Christmas is just around the corner you know! :)

Bye for now,

Alex

Shabby Chic class in Lisarow

2009-09-05T05:04:00.000-07:00

Hi there

Hope you are having a lovely weekend. I just wanted to share with you one of the projects for my Shabby Chic classes that are on this week.

Isn’t it cute? I love this box template from Lauren Meader and this paper has to be my favourite in this years catalogue. So if you would like to make one of these along with two Shabby Chic cards then I have a couple of spots left in both classes. I have a Monday daytime class at 10.30am or Tuesday night at 7.30pm.

Would love to see you here and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to email me at scrapalley@gmail.com. If you are local give me a call to book in J

Bye,

Alex

Just sharin' my boy

2009-09-04T05:52:00.000-07:00

I love this photo that my friend Liz took of my little one. I just had a really quick play with it and loved how it ended up and wanted to share.

Happy Fathers Day

2009-09-03T05:27:00.000-07:00

I hope you have a fabulous weekend with your family and loved ones. Here is the card that we will be giving to the special man in our family (just got to come up with a perfect gift???)

Maybe a notepad (LOL). Not too sure that is his style, so am thinking maybe a chainsaw so that he can cut wood for my open fire :)

Have a great weekend and thanks for stopping by,

Alex

All things vintage & shabby

2009-08-29T04:01:00.000-07:00

I am loving all things vintage and shabby at the moment. Rough it up, stain it, spritz it and sponge it.

I have used the Friends 24/7 bird stamp on this card and stained some white crochet lace with plain old coffee. I love this effect. What do you think? A bit vintagey? (I know, that isn't really a word). I have also embossed along the bottom in white embossing powder. Love that stuff too.

I hope you are having a fabulous weekend, it is really windy here and the big trees on our new property are quite noisy. Perfect weather for crafting (or painting walls, which is what I am starting tomorrow I think :).

Bye,

Alex

Father's Day Sneak Peek

2009-08-26T15:09:00.000-07:00

I promised you a sneak peek and here it is.

I still have a couple of spots left if you would like to come along and make your Father's Day card ready for next weekend. If you don't need Father's Day cards, you can make them into birthday cards or anything else you need. Contact me on scrapalley@gmail.com

Bye for now,

Alex

Day Card Classes @ Lisarow

2009-08-23T23:11:00.000-07:00

Well, today I was joined by some gorgeous girls to stamp a whole stack of cards for their stash. It was my first day time class and we had a great time. We stamped a bit, had some yummy lunch (including Choc Raspberry Brownie that I made from scratch this morning!!) and then stamped some more. Want to see some of the cards that were made?

They all use the new Christmas Paper from the Spring Mini Catalogue called Ski Slope. I just love it because while it is perfect for Christmas it can be used for birthdays and other occasions too. (This next one was inspired by Marelle Taylor, thanks for the inspiration Marelle)

We also predominantly used the Party Hearty set. It is a very versatile set for girls and boys featuring party hats, cupcake, candle and sentiments.

I really like the cupcake. It looks so cute covered in Dazzling Diamonds.

Thanks for stopping by. I will share a sneak peek of Fathers Day projects later in the week (if you want to join in the Fathers Day class it is on this Friday night and I have a couple of spots left).

Bye,

Alex

Stamp-a-Stack Q & A

2009-08-22T04:51:00.000-07:00

I have had a few questions over the last week about what a Stamp-a-Stack is. So I thought I would clear it up for you in case you wanted to know.

A stamp-a-stack is where you come along and make a stack of cards to keep in your stash for when you need them. Everything is included in the class price, you need to bring nothing. You make 6 cards (3 each of 2 designs) and they are in the theme of the class. So here is a sneak peek of one of the cards for Monday's Stamp-a-Stack:

The theme for Monday is birthdays and we will using the Party Hearty stamp set. Plus we will be using some new patterned paper from the Spring Mini. (Doesn't look a bit like Christmas does it?).

I still have two spots left for Monday's class, so if you would like to come along and make three of the above card (or a different configuration of that card) plus three more, then email me at scrapalley@gmail.com or call me on 0414 444 150 to book your spot. Details are over on the side there.

Have a great Sunday tomorrow,

Bye

Alex

Quick card to share

2009-08-20T03:29:00.001-07:00

The kids are in bed, the hubby is out and I have a hankering for scrapping. So here is a quick share for you today.

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Fancy flowers.....

2009-08-18T04:35:00.000-07:00

very frustrating!!!

For me, I find fiddly things difficult to concentrate through. So when I had a bunch of my favourite customers want to re-create the flowers in the Spring Mini Catalogue, I said "Sure, let's give it a go!" Arghhhhh! Let's just say I didn't enjoy this class as much as I thought I would. Single petal flower creating is not for me!

Here is what we made:

I used the Tucked Away Timeless Template from Lauren Meader again because I just love this little box. They all looked good when finished but I don't think this will be a repeat class :)

Bye,

Alex

Teachers Gifts

2009-08-16T21:39:00.000-07:00

The boys went off to school today with these for their teachers.

When we made mention to Sam's teachers on Friday that we were making Cookies & Cream cupcakes on the weekend. They wanted to know if they were coming to school with him on Monday. So we made them yesterday and I bought this gorgeous Timeless Template last night and made the cute little boxes to put them in.

Arn't they just the sweetest? I hope they like them (and I hope they are not left in the bottom of school bags for me to find this afternoon.....eeeeek!)

Keep watch here on the blog as I will be doing a class on these boxes really soon. (Not the cupcakes I'm afraid, while they are really yummy I have no desire to be a cooking teacher!! Am sure that I can pass on the recipe though!!)

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Changes to Class Schedule

2009-08-15T16:13:00.001-07:00

Just wanted to let you know that I have made a couple of changes to my class schedule posted below.

One class has been postponed (the beauty of being you own boss, you can do that :) and two others have moved to Wednesday night because I have had some customer requests for Wednesday night classes. Hopefully it might suit you better also.

And to leave you with a little eye candy, here is a frame I have shabbied up and used the Great Friend stamp set to decorate. I have also used the new papers from the Spring Mini catalogue and some gorgeous double stitched ribbon in Rose Red. Hope you enjoy!

Thanks for stopping by and if you are local don't forget to contact me to book into a class - they are good fun.

Bye

Alex

Stampin Up Classes @ Lisarow

2009-08-12T18:50:00.000-07:00

Well, you asked for it and here it is. My new class schedule. I have been asked lately when my classes will be starting again and I am now finally settled enough (will all those boxes EVER be

unpacked???) I have held two Stamp Clubs here so far and we had a great time. Want to see what we made? This gorgeous little magazine holder:

I found this pattern here at Inking Idaho and my gorgeous upline Georgina was so clever and altered the pattern to fit our cards and envelopes into it (Thanks Georgina). It is just so cute. Do you want to make one? Here are the details:

When: {Postponed to a later date}

Time: 7.30pm

Where: Lisarow - email or phone to book in and I will give you the address

Cost: $15.00

I know a few of you out there are unable to come to night time classes so as of this month I will be holding Monday 'daytime' classes. The first one is a Stamp-a-Stack where you will make 6 cards (3 each of 2 designs). These are perfect classes to get your stash of cards up.

Here are the details:

Stamp-A-Stack

When: Monday 24th August

Time: 10.30am - 1.30pm

Where: Lisarow - email or phone to book in and I will give you the address

Cost: $20 - includes lunch

Father's Day is just around the corner and do you have your cards organised? If not, then come along to this class and make some Father's Day goodies. (Sneak Peek coming soon!)

Fathers Day Craft

When: Friday 28th August

Time: 7.30pm

Where: Lisarow - email or phone to book in and I will give you the address

Cost: $15

Have you ever wanted to know how to utilise your computer in your cardmaking and scrapbooking? Then the next class is for you. Come along and learn some techniques to use your computer for journalling and sentiments on cards, learn a little about digital scrapbooking by putting words directly onto your photo and a few other tips. (Sneak Peek coming soon!) Here are the details:

Computers & Crafting

When: Wednesday 2nd September

Time: 7.30pm

Where: Lisarow - email or phone to book in and I will give you the address

Cost: $20

We all know that I love shabby chic, but do you?

If you do, you won't want to miss out on this class where we will play with some vintage techniques to create some beautiful cards. I will be running this class both during the day and at night time so that you can come when it suits you best.

Shabby Chic Cards

When: Monday 7th September

Time: 10.30am - 1.30pm

Where: Lisarow - email or phone to book in and I will give you the address

Cost: $20 - including lunch

Shabby Chic Cards

When: Tuesday 8th September

Time: 7.30pm

Where: Lisarow - email or phone to book in and I will give you the address

Cost: $15 (sorry, no dinner with this one. LOL!! :)

And last of all for this set of classes is my Parisian Breeze Friends Album. I love, love, love this new cardstock paper in the Spring Mini Catalogue. It is BEAUTIFUL. Come along and make this fun little album with cardstock pages and gorgeous embellishments.

It can be created with any title and would make a fun gift or keepsake for someone (or keep it for yourself like I have). Here are the details:

Parisian Breeze Album

When: Wednesday 16th September

Time: 7.30pm

Where: Lisarow - email or phone to book in and I will give you the address

Cost: $20

Phew!! That is huge isn't it? I can't wait to get started back into classes and create with you all. All class fees include all the materials you need. You might like to bring along your own trimmer to use (don't worry if you don't have one, I have spares). Please email me at scrapalley@gmail.com or phone me on 0414 444 150 to book your spot into any (or all!!) of the above classes. I would love to see you here.

Bye

Alex

Baby Beauties

2009-08-07T05:26:00.000-07:00

Just a couple of baby cards to share with you:

They both use the Bundle of Joy stamp from the Level 1 Hostess set - Punches Three. It coordinates with the new Wide Oval punch.

I just love the new Parisian Breeze Cardstock Patterned Paper. It is divine to work with and just gorgeous patterns in some of my favourite colours - Baja Breeze, Choc Chip and Kraft.

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Come see us at Erina

2009-08-05T16:32:00.000-07:00

Erina Fair are starting their markets back up again this weekend and Georgina & I will be there with our Stampin' Up stall. Come along and say hello, do a make & take or stock up on your handmade cards. We will be down in the hive (near the library where the old info booth used to be), be sure to check out everyone there and say hello to us.

When: Sunday

Where: Erina Fair - The Hive

See you there!!

Two more sleeps.....

2009-07-30T05:12:00.000-07:00

till the new Spring Mini Catalogue is active. Yippee!

I am nearly all set for our Launch night tomorrow and am really looking forward to a room full of friends stamping, chatting and having a good time. If you are coming, I can't wait to see you there.

Here is a card I made with two stamp sets from the Mini and some new papers:

If you would like to get your hands on a catalogue please contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com and I will get one to you.

Bye for now,

Alex

Sneak Peek

2009-07-12T22:38:00.000-07:00

There is a new catalogue coming - a new Mini catalogue. It is gorgeous!!!!

Here is a sneak peek:

Want to be one of the first to play with some new product??????

Well, then you better book your spot at our Spring Mini Catalogue Launch.

When? Friday 31st July 2009 @ 7.30pm

Where? Lisarow

Cost? $10.00

You will get to make three projects using new goodies and tea/coffee & supper is provided. It is a fun night and a great chance to see and order from the new catalogue first.

Email or call me if you would like to book a seat, numbers are limited so contact me ASAP.

scrapalley@gmail.com

Bye

Alex

Wrap Around

2009-07-08T03:33:00.000-07:00

Last month was my friend and upline's birthday. I love making presents for my friends and family, it's like you are giving a little piece of you. I made Linda this cute little project called a Wrap Around designed by Lauren Meader for Papertrey Ink. It is a handy project too, she can record peoples birthday in it so that she can be on top of her card giving (mmmm, maybe I need one too).

I borrowed the Fifth Ave Floral stamp set to create this and have decided that I NEEEED that set. So I am hoping to earn it for free by the end of this month (SU is so good at promos to give you things for free - gotta love free!) You too can earn stuff for free by holding a workshop, just contact me if you are interested.

Bye for now,

Alex

Whoooo's a Cutie?

2009-06-29T04:48:00.000-07:00

A couple of weeks ago I held a class on chipboard. We inked, glued, coloured and glittered a bunch of Stampin' Up Chipboard shapes (my kitchen floor was very sparkly by the end of the night).

Here is a scrapbook page where I used the branch and owl from the On Board So Tweet set:

I got inspiration for the owl from somewhere on my blogging searches and would love to give credit, but my brain won't seem to retain anything at the moment. He wasn't my idea but I love him anyway.

And here is a card we created with the chipboard pear.

We ran it through the Cuttlebug with an embossing folder to create the polka dots.

We got good news today, it seems that our new house has a few little building issues but nothing major. Yay! Just need a plumbers report on Monday and everything hopefully will be a 'GO'. I cannot wait to get my family into our new property.

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

I'm Back

2009-06-29T04:21:00.000-07:00

Phew.....the last couple of weeks have been a whirl wind of stress and house inspections. But I think the search is nearly at an end. We have found a house, had our offer accepted and as long as it isn't about to fall down upon building inspection.......we should be moving in within three weeks. Yay!!!!!!

I realise that it has been a little while since I posted anything here, so I wanted to share with you pic's from my last class I held in my studio last week. We had a great night and everyone went home with a little chipboard booklet to decorate. Here is mine:

I used the Bella Rose papers, which are one of my favourite packs this year.

This is me when I was a Bubba. Arn't I cute!?!?

We used the Bind-it-All to put the book all together.

I will be holding this class again when I get settled in my new home, so if you like this little book and want one of your own then keep an eye on my blog here for new classes coming up.

Will be back with more soon.

Thanks for stopping by.

Alex

Love this quote.......

2009-06-17T07:16:00.000-07:00

I found it on Ali Edwards blog and it really speaks to me just now.

Your time is limited, don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma, which is living the result of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of other's opinion drown out your own inner voice. Most imporant, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition, they somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary. ~ Steve Jobs

Think about it, it is so true.

Will share some more craft soon. We have sold our house and are in the process of trying to find something to live in (either buy or rent). Time is running out, so crafting has taken a back seat at the moment. Must find a new nest for my little family!

Thanks for stopping by, and remember to listen to your own inner voice and forget the noise!

Bye,

Alex

A Little Bit of Sympathy....

2009-06-08T04:51:00.001-07:00

..........for a dear friend.

Crazy for Stampin' Up Cupcakes

2009-06-03T23:05:00.000-07:00

I was so excited to see soooo many cupcake goodies in the new catalogue this year. This is the card I have been doing at a couple of classes lately using the Crazy for Cupcakes stamp set.

We have watercoloured the cupcakes on the stand with SU Watercolor crayons and an Aqua brush. I never thought I liked watercolouring.................until I found the Stampin' Up Watercolor Crayons. They are DIVINE and just heavenly to colour with. Let me know if you would like to have a workshop to try them out. I would love to show you how to use them.

Bye for now,

Alex

Always Stamp Set

2009-06-02T03:55:00.000-07:00

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this stamp set. I held off buying it from the Summer Mini catalogue last year, wondering whether I would use it much. Then when it made it into the new catalogue for 2009/2010 I borrowed it from Liz to play with. Well, I didn't want to give it back did I? So of course, I had to get my own set. And I love it!!!!

This card uses the Bella Rose papers.

And this card uses the Bella Bleu papers.

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Stampin' Up June Promo

2009-05-31T14:21:00.000-07:00

It's a great time to host a workshop (click on picture to read all the details). Contact me to book a time that I can come and paper play with you and your friends - scrapalley@gmail.com

It will be fun!!

Alex

Published

2009-05-30T17:02:00.000-07:00

I always get so excited when I open a magazine and see my work in there. Here is my contribution to the newest Cardmaking, Stamping & Papercraft magazine.

These stamps are not SU but I just love them. I bought these stamps last year when we went on a trip to Bowral from a very cute little shop called My Place.

And the chipboard shapes on the cards were a present from a special friend for Christmas. She knows me well obviously! Thanks Debbie.

Alex

Classes for June

2009-05-29T02:44:00.000-07:00

Thursday 11th June - 7.30pm

Create some beautiful cards with Stampin' Up goodies (sneak peeks coming soon)

$15.00 - everything included

Wednesday 17th June - 7.30pm

Working with Chipboard - learn how to embellish with chipboard

$15.00 - everything included

Friday 19th June - 7.30pm

Scrapbooking - create a gorgeous fold-out scrapbooking page that would be perfect for a gift

$15.00 - everything included

Spaces are limited so be sure to contact me quick and book your spot. Email me at scrapalley@gmail.com or call me on 4362 7209. I would love to see you here.

Bye

Alex

Hostess Gift

2009-05-27T22:52:00.000-07:00

Thought I would share a picture of one of my Hostess Gifts. It is a covered note pad for her to use. (Hi Sharyn - hope you liked it!)

Love, love, love the Bella Rose papers. They are just gorgeous. And 'Live with Passion' comes from the Inspired by Nature set.

And this one uses an old favourite......the Weathered Background stamp. The papers used here are from the Raspberry Tart set (great name huh!?)

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Meet Shelli

2009-05-22T05:04:00.000-07:00

Remember I said down here that Shelli Garnder inspires me and I admire what she has created. Want to know a little more about her story? Then be sure to spend a few minutes to watch this video to see how she created Stampin' Up.

Central Coast Craft & Quilt Expo - 24th May

2009-05-17T19:06:00.000-07:00

Come along to the charity event for a great day out - Central Coast Craft, Quilt, Dolls & Bear Expo at Wyong Race Course on Sunday 24th May. Support the Cancer Care Services for Gosford and Wyong while enjoying the wonderful eye candy available for all us crafty ladies.

Guess what!? I'm going to be there. With papercraft displays, products to purchase and demonstrations it is worth the visit. Come and spend a Sunday supporting a worthwhile charity while having fun yourself, and make sure you drop by our stall to say hi (and maybe take home a card or two!!).

Where: Wyong Race Club

When: Sunday 24th May 2009

Time: 9.30am - 4.00pm

Admission: Adults $6 and children $2

I look forward to seeing you.

Alex

Have a Fabulous Day!!!!

2009-05-09T15:48:00.000-07:00

Happy Mothers Day to all my wonderful friends and customers. I hope you all have a fabulous day and that you get spoilt.

I have started the morning by doing my job.........yep, a sick little boy to look after. But on top of that I have been spoilt with lots of gifts from the school Mothers Day Stall, a Singstar (love a bit of closet karaoke) and been dished up a gorgeous breakfast of croissants and fresh fruit. My Mum is along side me enjoying it too.

Here is the card I made for Mum:

We made this in the Mothers Day class last week. The flower is called a Dahlia Fold Flower and is quite easy to create once you get the hang of the fold.

The flower pops out for you to write on the card.

I also made her a scrapbook page fold-out which I will try to photograph today before she takes it home.

Again, have a fabulous day.

Bye

Alex

Happy Mothers Day with Stampin Up

2009-05-06T16:24:00.000-07:00

4 More sleeps and it is the time to celebrate being a Mother. I love this job, not all the time but the majority of it I love. Nothing brings me more joy than my three boys.

Stamping.............now I love that too! Did I need to tell you that though?? Combining the two is just perfect. So if your other-half and kiddies need something that you will enjoy for a Mothers Day gift, why not a Gift Certificate. Give hubby my email address (scrapalley@gmail.com) and I can make him up something like this to give you on Sunday morning:

Inside is a Gift Certificate to the value of his choice. Then you can browse the catalogue while you eat your breakfast in bed and choose what you are going to spend it on.

Need a gift for YOUR Mum. Why not get her one too?

Have a fabulous day.

Bye

Alex

Miss You!!

2009-05-06T00:57:00.000-07:00

Card inspired from Splitcoast Stampers

I know I have been really slack lately with blogging some pretty things to look at. Life has been very hectic and I am loving every minute of it.

This last weekend I travelled down to Canberra for the Stampin' Up Convention and had an absolute blast. Liz, Georgina and I shared a room at the Novotel and had the best time (including a reeeeeally long breakfast). The convention included Make & Takes and business talks, along with swaps and presentations. Including a few from Shelli Gardner, the CEO and Co-Founder for Stampin' Up. We are really lucky here in Australia because we are so new to Stampin' Up, the attendance at the convention was not too big. Therefore, Shelli gets to meet and greet the demonstrators and she is so gracious at having her photo taken with us. She made comment while doing so that in the US she can't do this because they have over 7000 attendees. I did the groupie thing and had my photo taken with her. Her story and gentle nature inspire me and I took great joy in meeting her.

I have been totally inspired and look forward to sharing so many more photos of my work with you. Thanks for stopping by.

Alex

Come & Join my Stampin' Up Team

2009-05-03T04:25:00.000-07:00

How good is this?

In celebration of National Scrapbooking Month, join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator for only $150 with our limited-time Scrapbooking Starter Kit. The Scrapbooking Starter Kit contains the following:

Schoolbook Serif Alphabet stamp set* $77.95
Simply Scrappin' Petal Party $36.95
Earth Elements Assorted textured card stock (12" x 12") $21.95
Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad $11.95
Craft & Rubber Scissors $37.95
*Substitutable for any stamp set up to $77.95 value.

Please note: Each of the products listed above may be substituted for like items. Please see the Scrapbooking Starter Kit Order Form for details.

The Scrapbooking Starter Kit also contains all the business supplies contained in the standard Starter Kit:

Getting Started DVD
Getting Started Guide
Guest Invitation Postcard (100)
Idea Book & Catalogue (8)
To My Hostess Envelope (10)
Project Sample Sheet
Recruit Brochures (20)
Hostess Brochure (20)
Hostess Benefits Form (10)
Customer Order Form (50)

If you would like more information of starting your own Stampin' Up business with my continual support and help, then email me now and I will get an information pack to you.

Bye

Alex

Wanna join the club?

2009-04-22T02:38:00.000-07:00

A creative, fun and inspirational club.

Want to meet with a bunch of lovely people every second month for a social night out?

Want to learn new techniques and build up your card stash?

Want to gradually add to your craft tools from the gorgeous new Stampin' Up catalogue?

Well, do I have a proposition for you. I am running a Stampin' Up stamp club here at my place and I would like to invite you to join. If you are local and said yes to all (or most) of the questions above, then STAMP CLUB is for you.

How does it work?

There are six members to the Club and we meet every second month over the period of a year. Each month you are required to spend $50 minimum on Stampin' Up products (before p&h). This allows for the sales to reach $300 and allows for hostess benefits. Here's the good part: once during the year YOU are the hostess (yep, without hosting your own show) and receive a free stamp set plus free product. You also get to bring along a friend when you are the hostess (and if they purchase product, you get the benefits).

It is a heap of fun and such a nice retreat away from daily life stresses. If you would like to join or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com

Stamp Club will begin once I have filled all 6 positions, a couple of positions have already been filled so get in quick.

Would love to hear from you.

Bye

Alex

Friendly Words

2009-04-20T15:12:00.000-07:00

The Friendly Words Stampin' Around Wheel is one of my favourite new products from this years catalogue. So easy and simple to decorate cards and scrapbooking pages.

On this card I have used a whole stack of tools. Colour Spritzer, Stampin' Around Wheel, Sponges, Eyelet Border punch, Crop-A-Dile and paper piercer. Lots of fun to play with tools, I love it. If you have any questions about these tools or the card above, please do not hesitate to leave a comment or contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com.

Bye

Alex

Pocket Shilouettes

2009-04-19T03:09:00.000-07:00

I just love this little stamp set. Pocket Shilouettes has some really cute little flower images that are dainty and gorgeous.

Enjoy!

Alex

Mum's Workshop at Medowie

2009-04-17T04:18:00.000-07:00

My gorgeous Mum has a bunch of friends who come to her place every week to learn how to make porcelain dolls. She teaches them to paint their faces and put their bodies together among whatever else you have to do to create a doll. She is forever showing them the little booklets I make for her and her handmade cards, having a pigeon chest moment about her 'talented' daughter (apparently she shares that my housework suffers because of it!) A few friends asked if I could come and teach them how to make cards too. Could I!!!!????

It snowballed from a couple of ladies into 9 and we had a lovely day that included a yummy lunch made by our host - MUM. It was quite funny for me to watch her actually. She decided not to make cards (because that is not her thing) and watch the children. But I noticed her helping a number of ladies with what to do next and passing tools around for them. She obviously takes notice of what I do when she watches me. She is also very talented craft-wise too.

Anyway, here are the cards that we made the other day:

This one uses Upsy Daisy and was inspired by a card I saw on Splitcoast Stampers. That is a fabulous place for inspiration.

And this one uses the new Birthday Greetings set - On Your Birthday, Pocket Silhouettes and Urban Garden paper.

This one is a favourite thanks to the colours. New In-Colors Riding Hood Red and Pink Pirouette. Stamp sets On Your Birthday, Friends 24-7 and Friendly Words wheel.

I had a fabulous time with Mums friends and I hope that we get to do it again.

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Classes Coming Up!

2009-04-16T03:33:00.000-07:00

Mothers Day Class

When: Tuesday 5th May

Time: 7.30pm

Where: My Studio

Cost: $15 (all materials supplied)

Projects: 2 x Mothers Day Cards (can be altered to other occasions) + 1 adorable gift project

How: Book in now by emailing me at scrapalley@gmail.com or calling 4362 7209. Places are limited so get in quick.

Technique Class

When: Wednesday 13th May

Time: 7.30pm

Where: My Studio

Cost: $15 (all materials supplied)

Projects: This class will take advantage of new ideas and techniques I learn at the Stampin' Up Convention - Yippee!!

How: Book in now by emailing me at scrapalley@gmail.com or calling 4362 7209. Places are limited so get in quick.

Stamp-a-Stack

When: Wednesday 20th May

Time: 7.30pm

Where: My Studio

Cost: $15 (all materials supplied)

Projects: Create 6 cards - 3 each of 2 designs. These will be birthday cards, one masculine and one feminine. Perfect to keep your handmade stash supplied.

How: Book in now by emailing me at scrapalley@gmail.com or calling 4362 7209. Places are limited so get in quick.

I love teaching these classes and would love to see you here. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.

Bye,

Alex

Heaps to Share

2009-04-09T03:09:00.000-07:00

Our launch night was great and I hope our customers had a fabulous time. We had a room of nearly 40 people experimenting with new Stampin' Up products. I loved it :)

These were the projects we created:

Cherish Card

Fresh Cuts Stamp Set and Warm Words

Chocolate Bar Wrapper - this is so easy and such a cute treat

Occasional Greeting Stamp Set and Good Morning Sunshine Patterned Paper

Thank you Card

All Scallops Stamp Set and Good Morning Sunshine Patterned Paper

Last night I held an Easter class here at home to create a few gift ideas for the next weekend (you know, when the bunny with the floppy ears comes). I had a lovely group of crafters who went home with the cutest little boxes that they don't want to hand on to anyone else. LOL! Oh well, they will have to make some more then. I am going to be busy tomorrow creating a whole bunch of them to give out to my family. And of course I have three little boys who would all like one too.

And we made this little pouch for eggs.

And this sweet card with the Oval Punch.

Also this week, I received a bunch of new stamps and papers. Sigh!! If only I had more hours in the day to play. Here I have played with a Simply Scrappin kit (Sweet Nothings) and the Sweet Sticky Cuts with the Fine Supanova glitter (mmmmm, love it!).

And an acetate card using Good Morning Sunshine patterned paper. I love playing with acetate. It's a medium that gives your cards a different element and I like that.

Thanks for dropping by. If you have any questions about any of the Stampin' Up products I have used, please email me at scrapalley@gmail.com. I am only too happy to help. I will be sure to share more with you over the next few days.

Bye

Alex

Displays for our Launch

2009-04-02T02:58:00.000-07:00

One more sleep until I get to have fun at our Catalogue Launch. Yipee!

So............because it is tomorrow, I thought I would share some samples I have made.

This is a frame I had from my old gifts and homewares business and the glass had broken in transit. So it has been sitting in my drawer waiting for some action.

I have used the Always stamp set and the new Three Little Words set on this project. Colours are Chocolate Chip and Pink Pirouette (be prepared to see that colour ALOT here this year :)

This next project is a cute little acetate box that will be one of the prizes for the night. Isn't it cute?

This will be one of the projects for next weeks Easter Class (sorry, class is full but if you would like to make one of these keep an eye out for more class coming soon). They would be great for any occasion.

And lastly, my lolly pot. Mmmm, picture this filled to overflowing with gorgeous pink & white marshmellows. Sorry, I really should have done that for the picture shouldn't I? That is how it will be presented tomorrow night. Filled to the brim with yummy goodness.

Thanks for stopping by, I will be back to share more really soon.

Alex

Stamp Club Projects

2009-03-31T17:32:00.000-07:00

Last night we had Stamp Club and it was so much fun to play with some new products. We created the following cards.

This one used a masking technique to create the oval shape and we used the new In Colors - Kiwi Kiss, Baja Breeze and Pacific Point. And of course the gorgeous trees from Lovely As A Tree. The sentiment comes from the Simply Said set.

This card uses some new Designer Series Paper from the Good Morning Sunshine set and the stamp on the background is from A Good Friend set. Very retro and funky. The "I heart you" comes from A Happy Heart set.

And we added a little bit of sparkle with Dazzling Diamonds and the 2-way glue pen plus embossed the dots with the Crop-o-dile.

Follow any of the links to the new catalogue and have fun perusing the pages. If you would like your own copy of the catalogue to mark, post-it note-it, or dog ear then give me a call or email and I will let you know how I can get one to you. It is certainly worth having, packed full of ideas and products.

Bye for now,

Alex

Making Way for Stampin' Up Changes

2009-03-27T19:22:00.000-07:00

It's time to clear out the good oldies and bring in some new stampin' buddies. So I am having a Retirement Sale so that I will have a whole bunch of new stamps to demonstrate to you at your next workshops or classes. How good is that?

So come along to grab a discounted stamp set, some In Color papers, ribbons etc at a great price. If you need the address please email me at scrapalley@gmail.com and I will let you know. Come along anytime between 7.00-8.30pm. Would love to see you.

Bye

Alex

Makeesha's Challenge

2009-03-27T02:44:00.000-07:00

I decided to take part in a challenge tonight and here are the colours:

Love these colours together. And of course my favourite Purely Pomegranate is involved! Really gonna miss that colour :(And here is the full picture of my card:

I have used the Big Bold Birthday set for this card. I love cupcakes and I love the pearls from the Pretties kit used for 'chunky' sprinkles.

Thanks for the challenge Makeesha, I really enjoyed it. Maybe you all should head on over and take the challenge. It is a great motivator and starting ground for creating.

Bye

Alex

Stampin' Up New Catalogue Launch

2009-03-26T00:56:00.000-07:00

If you are local to the Central Coast of NSW and want to have a fun night out creating with paper, then make sure you book in to our Catalogue Launch Night.

It will be a fun night filled with papercrafting and prizes as well as supper. I love these nights. I used to love them as a customer so much. New catalogue and products to look at, lots of samples on display and like-minded people to surround myself with.

So if you are free next Friday night, come along by yourself or grab a friend and book into our Catalogue Launch Night. It will be held at Lisarow, contact me to book in and for the address. I would love it if you could come.

Bye

Alex

More peeks at Stampin' Up's New Catalogue

2009-03-25T23:11:00.000-07:00

So much for making some things with the retired product. :) I have been having far too much fun creating with the new stuff. Borrowed a new set from my friend Liz to create this card:

Enjoy.

Alex

Introducing my new Stampin' Up friends!

2009-03-22T04:03:00.000-07:00

As you all know the new catalogue is just around the corner, and I would like to introduce you to my new friends for 2009/2010.

Meet (from the top) Kiwi Kiss, Baja Breeze, Pacific Point, Tangerine Tango, Riding Hood Red and Pink Pirouette. Obviously, for those of you that know me you can guess that the last one will be my Best Friend for the year. These are the new In Color range from the new catalogue coming out on 1st April. While I'm sorry about losing Purely Pomegranate and all its' friends, I look forward to playing with the new colours.

In fact, that is just what I have been doing. Along with the patterned paper you can see in the photo above.

These cards use a new set for 2009/2010 called Good Friend. It is very cute.

Can you believe that Easter is only just around the corner. How scary is that?

I will have more to share really soon. Bye for now

Alex

Celebrate

2009-03-14T14:26:00.000-07:00

Just a little card to share:

I have been working at the LSS lately and finding it difficult to get time to create. Next week I will be able to and I need to get into using my sets that are retiring before they finish. I will come and share them with you when I do.

Bye

Alex

Stampin' Up March Madness

2009-03-12T20:45:00.000-07:00

Well, the countdown is well and truly on for the finish of 2008-2009 catalogue. Personally, I wish the month would go a little faster. I LOVE A NEW CATALOGUE (picture me shouting here).

But I know some of you haven't yet got everything you wanted from this catalogue. So I am having a MARCH MADNESS sale exclusive to me. Here are the details:

* Spend $100 and receive 10% discount on product (that means some retiring sets that are discounted by 25% are now 35% cheaper!!)

* Spend $160 and receive 10% discount PLUS FREE SHIPPING

* Spend $200 and receive 10% discount, free shipping plus a FREE STAMP SET from my stash of Sale-a-bration stamp sets.

* These specials are only available through Alex Hughes, Independent SU Demonstrator

Email me with your order and I will have it shipped directly to your door. Why not get a bunch of friends together and order over $300 between you and receive hostess benefits on top of my specials!! Get in quick, the retired products are disappearing at an alarming rate.

Alternatively, call me and I can personally deliver your order if you are local to the Central Coast of NSW.

Email: scrapalley@gmail.com
Phone: 4362 7209

On another similar subject, guess what I received this week?

My preorder from the new catalogue. Yippee! This year Stampin' Up have been so nice to us and let us have a few products before the catalogue is released. That way we can be ready to show you some new goodies straight away on April 1. Speaking of which, stay tuned for details of my catalogue launch party. It is coming up soon.

Be sure to contact me with your March Madness order ASAP.

Bye for now,
Alex

Some Retired Goodies

2009-03-05T03:31:00.000-08:00

I made these cards with the soon-to-be-retired 'ROUND UP' Simply Scrappin' Kit. These are great for all papercrafts, not just scrapbooking.

Grab 'em while they are still available. Contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com if you would like to order.

Bye

Alex

Selling Fast!!!

2009-02-28T21:28:00.001-08:00

Thought I would update you on what has already sold out from the retired list:

*updated on Wednesday 4th March @ 1.48pm

Get in quick if there is anything you really want from the retired list, they are moving out fast.

10756	Flip Flops	Unavailable
109020	Wild Wasabi Classic Ink Refill	Unavailable
109015	Soft Sky Classic Stamin' Ink Refill	Unavailable
109016	River Rock Classic Stampin' Ink Refill	Unavailable
109017	Purely Pomegranite Classic Stampin' Ink Refill	Unavailable
100381	Earth Elements Eyelets	Unavailable
100378	Soft Subtle Eyelets	Unavailable
109019	Groovy Guava Classic Stampin' Ink Refill	Unavailable
108748	Best Friend Numbers	Unavailable
107212	Mateys Map	Unavailable
105320	Basic Eyelets	Unavailable
103195	Gifts Galore	Unavailable
107561	Garden Annuals	Unavailable
109610	Confetti Simply Scrappin'	Unavailable
104279	Leaf Prints	Unavailable
110255	Bundle of Joy	Unavailable
112402	Short Order Numbers	Unavailable
109018	Blue Bayou Classic Stampin' Ink Refill	Unavailable
111852	River Rock A4 card stock	Unavailable
108720	Ahoy, Matey	Unavailable
105316	Rich Regal Eyelets	Low Quantity
101259	Black Hemp Twine	Low Quantity
108740	Bareback	Low Quantity
106662	Dasey Field	Low Quantity
108638	In Color 12"x 12" card stock	Low Quantity
109186	Theater Ribbn Originals	Low Quantity
105445	Soft Subtle buttons	Low Quantity
111850	Wild Wasabi A4 card stock	Low Quantity
106610	Basics Outline	Low Quantity
103981	Earth Elements	Low Quantity
103981	*Earth Elements & Neutrals buttons	Low Quantity
100900	Gift sacks	Low Quantity
108763	By Land	Low Quantity
104065	Fishy	Low Quantity
112253	*Dad's Day	Low Quantity
108849	It's Your Birthday	Low Quantity
105531	Antique Brass Hodgepodge Hardware	Low Quantity
112391	Everything Baby	Low Quantity
112310	Fabulous Flowers	Low Quantity
107464	Rough Texture	Low Quantity
107465	Speckled	Low Quantity
107467	Birthday	Low Quantity
108923	Stipple Rose	Low Quantity
112272	Classic Backgrounds	Low Quantity
108929	Symbols of Solicitude	Low Quantity
112316	Forever in My Heart	Low Quantity
105446	Rich Regal Buttons	Low Quantity
108746	Best Friends Alphabet Lower	Low Quantity
108747	Best Friends Alphabet Upper	Low Quantity

Retired list is here!!

2009-02-28T17:40:00.001-08:00

Today is the day we find out what will be missing from next years catalogue. So if any of the stamps on the retired list are still on your wish list.......................now is the time to get them. They will not be available after April 1st.

Here is the Alphabetical list

Here is the List by Page number

It is an exciting month for Stampin' Up with saying goodbye to these gorgeous sets (I will miss some of them alot!) and we anticipate the new catalogue for 2009-2010.

If you would like to host a workshop this month to take advantage of crossing of items on your wish list (some even at discount!! - this has NEVER happened before) then contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com to book now.

Or if you would simply like to place an order, again email me at scrapalley@gmail .com or call me on 4362 7209.

Bye

Alex

Ribbon Share

2009-02-22T17:42:00.000-08:00

It's time for another ribbon share. I thought I might do a couple of these before the catalogue ends for the year. Yes, it's nearly time for a new catalogue and it is unsure which ribbons will stay for the next one.

So grab these if you want to sample a bunch of ribbons (I am sure these will change because they feature an In-Color). This share is for the Striped Grosgrain in Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Wild Wasabi and Bashful Blue. You will receive a 4th share in each ribbon roll for the amount of $15.70. If you require postage anywhere in Australia, postage will be $3. Ordering and payment can be made with credit card with the Paypal button below (with both pickup and postage options) or alternatively you can email me at scrapalley@gmail.com to order.

On the card above I have created the flowers with the Bashful Blue ribbon and used a Prettys half-pearl for the centre. Here is a close-up view:

Let me know by email if you would like a share in these ribbons. scrapalley@gmail.com

Bye

Alex

Hi......

2009-02-18T02:22:00.000-08:00

Just a little share today. Enjoy!

Alex

Another Happy Heart

2009-02-15T03:19:00.000-08:00

Here is another card using the set mentioned in the last post.

I just love this heart. It is my favourite stamp at the moment. And although this set has a Valentines Day stamp in it, it can be used for soooo much more. You will also see my favourite swirl in the background there, Baroque Motifs. Love it.

Happy Valentines Day by the way. Forgot to mention that yesterday didn't I? We had a lovely day at the Terrigal Markets, my Mum and I. Didn't do very well, the rain kept the customers away. But I spent the day with one of my favourite people so that was good. Here she is with our little stall. Isn't she gorgeous!

We snacked on this (so not good for the diet!):

Mum and I watched a movie in the afternoon while all the boys were busy out in my studio. Mmmm, wonder what they were up to??

We then had a beautiful dinner made by Anthony. Pasta with prawns, yes they are heart shaped pasta pieces. Aren't they cute?

Then the boys disappeared out the front door and then came in one by one to present Mum and I with handmade cards and pale pink roses. Here is Mum with hers (yep, she got teary):

And here are mine:

And here is the card my darling husband created all by himself. Aaah. Gotta love him.

Hope you had a fabulous Valentines Day and received something special. Even if it was the chance to count your blessings.

Have a good Monday tomorrow. Bye for now,

Alex

New Service

2009-02-14T02:06:00.000-08:00

I know alot of my viewers here at my blog are not from close by and may not have access to a Stampin' Up Demonstrator. This has got me thinking, everyone should have access to these fabulous products.

Therefore, I want to add the option of buying Stampin' Up products from me here at my blog. That way anyone, Australia wide, can get these fabulous products shipped directly to their door.

Like the sound of that?

And to make it easy, I am adding Paypal as the option to order and pay. So from now on I will provide the option of purchasing showcased products with the simple click of a button.

So for starters I want to share with you this card I have created. It uses the stamp set "A Happy Heart" from the Summer Mini Catalogue. Isn't it so cute?

Image courtesy Stampin' Up Summer Mini Catalogue

If you would like to purchase this stamp set, click on the paypal button below (Australian residents only). Stamp set is $41.95 for a set of 6 co-ordinating stamps (pictured above), shipped directly to your door plus $5.95 for postage and handling. Your item will be ordered immediately upon receipt of your payment and will be shipped directly to you within 7-14 working days. (This offer only available to Australian residents only)

A Happy Heart Stamp Set with P&H

I am really excited about this new option to you. I hope you are too and take up the opportunity when you see something you would like. And who wouldn't want 'A Happy Heart' ?

Bye

Alex

Bush Fire Appeal with Stampin' Up

2009-02-13T02:28:00.000-08:00

Taken directly from the Stampin' Up website:

To help those victims of the bushfires that have ravaged Victoria, join with us in supporting the Bushfire Appeal.

Here are the details:

From 12 February through 31 March 2009, Stampin' Up! will donate 50 percent of the retail value of all sales from a select group of 10 stamp sets to the Australian Red Cross Victorian Bushfires 2009 Appeal.

Here is a list of the Bushfire Appeal sets:

Stamp Set	Item Number	Page Number in Catalogue	Retail Price
Priceless	112312	105	48.95 AUD/57.95 NZD
Seeing Spots	108909	89	29.95 AUD /35.95 NZD
Baroque Motifs	112380	98	39.95 AUD /46.95 NZD
Live Your Dream	114261	3 (Summer Mini Catalogue)	55.95 AUD /66/95 NZD
Looks Like Spring*	108864	76	58.95 AUD /68.95 NZD
The Snowflake Spot*	108934	27	39.95 AUD /46.95 NZD
Bodacious Boquet*	108756	80	58.95 AUD /68.95 NZD
Polka Dots & Paisley*	110247	46	35.95 AUD /42.95 NZD
G'day Mate*	111973	115	35.95 AUD /42.95 NZD
Be Happy*	108744	51	39.95 AUD /46.95 NZD

*These sets will appear on the upcoming list of retiring products, so they will only be available for the Bushfire Appeal--while supplies last.

So if you find that any of the above sets were ones on your wish list, now is the time to buy them. You can contact me at scrapalley@gmail.com to order.

Thanks

Alex

Congrats - Say it with Scallops

2009-02-11T02:49:00.001-08:00

Quick post today.

This card uses the square scallop punch from the Summer Mini Catalogue with the matching stamp set 'Say it with Scallops'. I love this set. It is so cute and really handy for all types of cards.

Have a great day!

Alex Hughes

Product details:

Say it with Scallops stamp set $31.95

Square Scallop Punch $30-95

Scallop Edge Punch $30-95

Prints Designer Series Paper Certainly Celery $11.95 pack 12

Double Stitched Ribbon Soft Sky $16.95 approx. 13.7m

If you would like any of these products I can take your order and have them shipped directly to you. Please feel free to contact me at scrapalley@aapt.net.au to find out how.

It's nearly Valentines Day

2009-02-06T18:10:00.001-08:00

and I have been a busy bee creating a bunch of goodies for Terrigal Markets. It is on next Saturday - yep, Valentines Day and I am really looking forward to it. Who doesn't love an excuse to papercraft!? I certainly do. I will have lots of cards, boxes etc for sale and also the opportunity for workshop sign-ups. So if you are local to the Central Coast, NSW come to the Terrigal Markets at Terrigal Primary School next Saturday 14th February. I would love you to come and say Hi!

Here is a cute pocket envelope made for Valentines Day - or any day you feel like sharing the love! It uses the 5-in-1 template and some bits from the latest mini catalogue (further details below). I plan on putting a chocolate bar or some sort of goodies in it for Valentines Day. If you would like to make one, how about booking a workshop. Invite a couple of friends over and they could take one of these home that they made themselves. Workshops are heaps of fun with no pressure and goodies to take home. Contact me at scrapalley@aapt.net.au if you want to know more.

Products used

Stamps: A Happy Heart (set of 6 - $41.95)

Hodgepodge Hardware: Styled Silver ($57.95 or Hardware share for $12.20)

Ribbon: Rose Red Double Stitched $19.95 - 9.1m

Punch: Designer Label $30.95

Cardstock: 12x12 Textured In Color pack $17.25

Ink Pad: Rose Red $9.95

Sticky Strip: $12.95

Have a great weekend and I will be back to share some more Valentines cards this week.

Bye

Alex Hughes

For You

2009-01-30T21:57:00.001-08:00

Wanted to share with you a card I made for one of my Stamp Club girls.

This again uses goodies from the current mini catalogue. Ginger Blossom paper (isn't that a gorgeous name?) and Say It With Scallops stamp set along with the Square Scallop punch. In the background I have embossed Baroque Motifs swirl stamp with clear embossing powder. Very Vanilla ribbon added to complete.

Bye the way, keep your eye out here for my next ribbon share.......it will be coming up soon.

Bye

Alex

Enjoy

2009-01-26T21:04:00.000-08:00

................and I do. Enjoy Stampin' Up that is.

Hope you 'Enjoy' this card. I have used the 'Live your Dream' set from the mini catalogue along with the Designer Series Paper to match. All in beautiful Soft Sky and Choc Chip.

Bye

Alex

Stamp Class for February

2009-01-20T02:43:00.000-08:00

That's right! I am getting myself into gear and have planned my first class for 2009.

Where: My place

When: Tuesday 17th February

Time: 7.30pm-9.30pm

Cost: $15

The theme of the class is 'Ink, Spray & Smash'. Mmmm, interesting name huh! It's an interesting technique too. Easy and effective - just the way I like them.

Here is a sample of the cards you can make on the night:

So let me know by email at scrapalley@aapt.net.au if you would like to book in and I will let you know my address if you don't know it already. I am looking forward to getting back into classes and workshops again. I love this job!!

Bye for now,

Alex

Thank you for Blog Award

2009-01-17T17:25:00.000-08:00

Thanks so much Fiona.

Thank you for following my blog Fiona (it's nice to know you are out there - Hi!) and for awarding me the Marie Antoinette blogging award. How exciting! Fiona's new blog can be found here.

Now the rules are that I have to show the award (tick), link to the person who awarded it (tick) and award it to 7 other deserving bloggers. Mmmmm, so many I love how do I narrow it down?

1. Well, because this is a Marie Antoinette award I have to show you Natasha's blog because it is so relevent to what she loves. Lots of pretties to look at here.

2. And this blog I check EVERY day. I am so inspired by Melissa Phillips and just love her style. Yummy shabby chic style scrapping and card making.

3. I also love this blog, although I can't understand a word she writes (lol). I love her shabby chic style also.

4. Love Hilary Kanwischer's scrapping style. Seem to be visiting here alot lately.

5. Janelle Wind......scrapbooking and quilting all in one. Mmmmmm. Her quilting designs are great eye candy for me (who no longer seems to sew anything!) and I love her scrapping style.

6. I have just recently found this blog and it sure does inspire me to scrap more. Be sure to take a look at Nics Nook.

7. And lastly, not a blog but a site that I visit regularly and tell all my friends and customers about it all the time. Split Coast Stampers. Gotta be the best place for ideas, tutorials etc.

Go and take a peek at the above talented people. I seem to draw inspiration from so many places here on the web and these are at the top of my list at the moment. Very addicted I am!! I'm sure you know what I mean!?!?

Here is another card I have created from the mini catalogue to finish up with.

Bye

Alex

Bali Breeze

2009-01-12T13:27:00.000-08:00

I love summer holidays. Sunshine, swimming, lazy days, social meetings and most importantly no 9-3 schedule. I really enjoy not having to be somewhere everyday at 2.45pm. (I also enjoy staying in my PJ's till all hours of the morning too, don't you?)

The Bali Breeze papers are so fresh and bright, not usually my style but I just love these colours together.

This card features the flower cut from a sheet of DSP with felt flower accents in the middle. Of course a bit of bling from the Pretties kit to finish it off. The stamps used are from three different sets (the table was a mess of stamps creating this!) - Friendly Flowers, Eastern Blooms and So Many Sayings. And of course I have used twill and the scallop edge punch.

I hope to create a little more today while the kids amuse themselves with new games we got yesterday. And tonight I have my team meeting with my downlines. I love hanging out with other Stampin' Up fanatics, makes me happy!

Check back tomorrow and I should have something else to share.

Bye,

Alex

Eastern Blooms

2009-01-10T03:33:00.001-08:00

Been having some fun making sample cards this last week and I will share them all with you over the next couple of days. This card uses Eastern Blooms from the Summer mini catalogue.

I have used my favourite glitter, Dazzling Diamonds, in the centre of the flowers for some sparkle.Hope you are having a good weekend.

Bye

Alex

Felt Flowers

2009-01-06T15:37:00.000-08:00

Have you seen the felt flowers in the Summer Mini Catalogue. They are really cute but today I decided they needed 'a little somethin'. Turn your felt flowers from this:

into this:

Simply ink up your background stamp (or any other patterned stamp you like) with Staz On ink and stamp away. Gives them a bit more depth don't you think?

Thanks for checking in,

Bye

Alex

Ribbon Share

2009-01-04T17:00:00.000-08:00

I just LOVE the new Double-Stitched ribbon in our Summer Mini Catalogue and thought that a Ribbon Share would be a good idea. This card shows the width of the ribbon (2.5cm) in Chocolate Chip:

A ribbon share is where you will receive a third of each colour available (chocolate chip, bashful blue & rose red) for the price of one roll. Each roll has approx. 9.1m, so that means you will receive approx. 3 metres of each colour - perfect for cards and scrapbooking.

Let me know if you would like to join the ribbon share by emailing me at scrapalley@aapt.net.au. The cost for the share is $20.00 (which means postage is only 5c!) and you can pay by direct deposit or cash upon delivery. This ribbon is only available for a short time so try it out now, you never know you may LOVE it too and need more!

Bye,

Alex

Woo Hoo!!

2008-12-30T03:52:00.001-08:00

It's nearly New Years Day and in the Stampin' Up world that means HEAPS of excitement. It's SALE-A-BRATION time!! What's that I hear some of you ask? It is your chance to gain FREE stamp sets. Woo Hoo!! Here are the details:

Customers -- Receive a free Sale-A-Bration product for every $100 purchase. {simply email or phone me if you would like to place an order}

Hostesses -- Receive a free Sale-A-Bration stamp set with a $600 or more workshop, in addition to the normal hostess benefits. {workshops are so much fun, would love to have one with you}

Recruits -- Choose any retail stamp set (a value up to $79.95) from the current catalogue when signing up during the promotion. {Ooo, would love to have you join my team}

So now is the best time to book a workshop and buy up those items on your wish list. And you will bag yourself the choice of four gorgeous stamp sets only available for the next two months.

And don't forget that the Summer Mini Catalogue runs for the same period. Mmmm, scallop edge punches and beautiful papers. Here is a little sample for you:

Stamp set used is Eastern Blooms. Isn't it divine? And that pumpkin pie paper, that is from the range called Bali Breeze. Just like a holiday isn't it?

Email me at scrapalley@aapt.net.au if you would like to book a workshop during the next couple of exciting months. I can't wait to get back into it for 2009. See you soon,

Alex

Happy Birthday......

2008-12-19T02:19:00.000-08:00

to me. Yep, I had a birthday this week. Another year older. I had a lovely day with my Mum shopping and then spent the evening at the local Christmas Carols with the family.

Wanna know the best present I got????? (Besides all the gorgeous gifts from friends and family!) I am busting to share it with you all. The day before my birthday I received a magazine in the mailbox. I don't have any subscriptions at the moment and knew that I had a couple of cards coming out in a magazine soon. So I figured that it must be the Cardmaking, Stamping & Papercrafts mag with one of my cards in it.......................well........................I ripped open the packaging to find.......................that my card is on the cover!!!!!

That's it...the scalloped circle card at the top. I know it's not SU stuff but I wanted to share my exciting birthday present with you. "I'm a Cover Girl" hee hee. Of course I encourage you all to go out and get yourself a copy, it has some great ideas in there (and of course more of my creations!).

I have been busy making many Christmas presents this year, most of them for other people to give. Any excuse to create is a good excuse to me. But I seem to be quite organised this year and feeling really relaxed. Hope you are too. I really love this time of year and the kids are finished school today so it's time to sleep in, slouch around in PJ's and hopefully get some more crafting done.

I will post again soon with some new creations from the Summer Mini Catalogue. If you haven't seen it yet, go and check it out. There is some great stuff in there.

Bye for now,

Alex

Christmas Scallops

2008-12-11T22:01:00.000-08:00

I just love the SU Circle Scallop Punch. I seem to be using it on EVERYTHING this Christmas. And the large Star Punch is handy too. Oh, and see that scalloped edge along the top!! That's new from the Summer Mini Cataglogue.

I made these lollie bags for my girlfriends, we are going out to dinner tonight and I always like to give a little something to them.

Have a great weekend!

Box in a Bag

2008-11-21T18:49:00.000-08:00

Created this little beauty the other day. You can find the instructions here. Or maybe book a workshop in January to learn how to make one first hand?

I have used the Apple Cider paper from the Spring Mini Catalogue. Isn't it gorgeous? The Spring Mini finishes at the end of this month, so be sure to grab anything you still have on your wish list..........this may be your last chance.

Punches, punches and more punches for these details.

Bye for now,

Alex

Stampin' Up Hodgepodge - Styled Silver

2008-11-13T02:59:00.000-08:00

Here are my little Hodgepodge swaps all ready to go to some eager papercrafters. I love to package anything and everything and these swaps give me the opportunity to show you some of my packaging ideas. These cute little hot pink bags are from the local packaging place and cost a very small amount for a bundle. They are fantastic to dress up and fill with nice little goodies - especially at this time of year.

Would you like one of these little packages?? Visit this post further down to get all the details and let me know if you want a share of some 'Styled Silver'.

I will leave you with some cards I have made over the last week:

This one uses the 'Emboss Resist' technique with another new tool I bought to try out - the Brayer (thanks to Ness from Regional training, this idea is cased from her demo).

And this one shows what you can do with a few markers. See how the flower has colours fading into each other? All done with markers.

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

New Star Punch

2008-11-07T01:58:00.001-08:00

Yes, I have gone a little bit crazy over the last month and bought myself a whole heap of new goodies. Must be Christmas or something!!

This is a little tag I have made to embellish a pressie for a good friend of mine. I have used my new Star Punch which is going to come in very handy at this time of year. The saying is from one of my very favourite sets from this years catalogue - Short and Sweet. It is very versatile.

Just wanted to let you know that I am having a Stamping Technique class on Tuesday 11th Nov at 7.30pm. We will be playing with the SU Brayer, watercolouring and using the fabulous SU markers. I still have a couple of spots left, so if you want to come on over for a fun night of stamping contact me on 4362 7209 or by email at scrapalley@aapt.net.au.

We will be using the SU Markers because we are having a fantastic special on this month starting on the 10th November. For a short time only you can purchase the markers as a single unit......for only $4.95 each! How good is that? Now you can buy just a few markers or a whole bunch but from different colour families. Gotta be loving that!

Thanks for stopping by,

Alex

Styled Hodgepodge Swap

2008-11-06T02:42:00.000-08:00

Have you seen the Styled Hodgepodge in the Spring Mini Catalogue yet?

I finally purchased some this week and I have to say................I'm impressed! It is gorgeous. I can't wait to create a heap more projects with these but thought I would share this quick card I whipped up today.

Want to get your hands on some of these beauties? Rather than purchase a whole tin, how would you like to purchase just a share of them? Certainly makes it more affordable and gives you the opportunity to play with the pieces. Join in the Styled Hodgepodge Swap and receive 2 pieces of each item plus a bunch of matching brads for only $12.20.

Contact me at scrapalley@aapt.net.au and be quick. I only have 3 shares left.

Bye for now,

Alex

Christmas Cards

2008-10-31T03:57:00.000-07:00

Quick post to share with you the cards we created at a couple of workshops lately.

Seasons of Joy - out of the mini catalogue (pssst, new mini is out on 1st Dec!) This set is available for another month, it is great for Christmas cards and Christmas scrapbooking pages.

All About Christmas Wheel - have you ever used the Stampin' Around Wheels? They are a fast, cheap option for decorating your cards. Want to know more about them? Be sure to contact me and I can let you know how to get your hands on one.

Bye

Alex

New baby in the house and Happy Halloween

2008-10-31T03:32:00.000-07:00

Those of you that know me well and have seen me lately know that I am pretty excited about a new baby to hit my house. Yep, and it's pink!!

It's my new laptop. See since I lost my study during the 'Try to sell the house' period and now have no study, my pay off was a new toy. So I made sure that it was PINK!! So THAT is my new baby. And don't I just love it!! Nothing like surfin' the web while cookin' dinner!

Anyway, also wanted to wish you Happy Halloween and share with you some little surprise tags I put in the boys lunch boxes today.They loved it and it was a great surprise. And it gave me an excuse to use those Halloween stamps that come in some of the Stampin' Up sets. This one is from the Hostess set 'Party Punch' and fits the Tab punch perfectly. Then I used the black Stampin' Write marker to colour just the cats to stamp across the bottom strip. The 'Happy Halloween' at the bottom comes from the 'Occasional Greetings' set.

Also want to wish all my customers that are teachers a Happy World Teachers Day. You are a gift to our children.

Bye for now,
Alex

Hello.....is there anybody out there???

2008-10-15T15:32:00.000-07:00

OMG, it has been so long!! Over a month since my last post. I honestly don't know where the time has gone. But there is a reason for it. Over the last month we decided to try and sell our house and during that process I lost my beloved study. Oh the pain!! My beloved youngest now has his own room and I am 'kicked out' to the 'studio' (it's really my garage but studio sound sooo much nicer don't you think?). My computer was moved into a childs room for the period of trying to sell, therefore I couldn't get onto it of a night time, which is the most common time for me to play on it and update my blogs. It was like having my arms chopped off I tell you!

Well, we have decided to stay put and have taken the house off the market again (the house we really wanted sold and we couldn't find anything else we liked - plus we do love the area we live in), I am unable to get my study back due to a happy little 3 year old and finally I have moved the computer back out to the lounge room. So I will be back to sharing some creations and information with you again.

I have held a couple of stamping classes at home recently and wanted to share with you what we created last night. It is a cute little bauble card cased from Becky Roberts that can be used on your gifts for Christmas or even as tree ornaments. Very sweet!And most of you probably already know of Stampin' Up's birthday special on this month. It's easy - spend $20 on product and have the opportunity to buy one of five stamp sets at 20% off. What a great saving! I have taken advantage of the special and they arrived today. Stay tuned for samples from 'Birthday Best' and 'Big Bold Birthday'.
As you can see the special ends on the 31st October, so if you want to take advantage and purchase any of the following stamp set specials please contact me ASAP.
Will be back to update again in the next few days with my upcoming classes.
Bye
Alex

Christmas Card Stamp-a-Stack

2008-09-12T03:09:00.000-07:00

***edited to add: Stamp-a-Stack is now full. Please keep a look out here for the next one***

What's a Stamp-a-Stack??? Well, it's where you stamp a stack of cards of course!

Want to get started on your Christmas Cards?

Come along to my Christmas Card Stamp-a-Stack on Wednesday 24th September at 7.30pm. Create 6 cards (3 each of 2 designs) to get your Christmas list underway. Cost is $15 and all supplies are included.

Contact me at scrapalley@aapt.net.au to book in. Be quick, spots are limited.

Scrapbooking and Ribbons

2008-09-03T22:54:00.000-07:00

***edited to add: Ribbon swap is now full. Thank you everyone who participated, your ribbons are on their way***

Been working on some older photos lately and here is a page I completed this week.
A couple of weeks ago at a friends workshop I opened up the idea for a Ribbon Swap. It was a big hit and everyone liked the idea. What is a ribbon swap? Stampin' Ribbons are very generous with their ribbon rolls and most of them come with approx. 13.7m on each. That's a LOT of ribbon in one colour. A ribbon swap gives you the opportunity to sample each colour in a range of ribbons without buying all the rolls.

Interested???? Well email me at scrapalley@aapt.net.au and we can get another one started. I will need 5 people to join the swap and this one will be for the Double-Stitched Ribbon. You will only pay $17.80 (one ribbon roll +5% postage) and you will receive 1/6th (approx. 2.25m) of each ribbon roll, sampling 6 different colours. These ribbons are beautiful and look fabulous on your projects. Here is an example using the Purely Pomegranate:
Let me know if you want to join in! Local customers only, thanks)

Happy Father's Day

2008-08-28T05:34:00.000-07:00

Remember the first Sunday of September is coming up real soon. Let's celebrate the men who play a special part in our lives.

I have used the Father's Day stamp from the Occasional Notes set, the Word Window Punch and some new papers and stamps from the Mini Catalogue. Need a copy? Contact me and I can make sure you get one.

Bye,

Smart Storage

2008-08-11T03:22:00.000-07:00

...in the style sense that is! Yesterday the kids got busy crafting in the garage (which is where their stuff now lives) so I sat down with them and covered this little box in the Summer Picnic papers from the Mini Catalogue.Aren't those cherries just the sweetest!? And the die-cuts from the Mini are divine!
These are on the top of the box. This will be my new home for my small Stampin' Up punches. They have out grown this little tine they were hiding in.
I absolutely LOVE the new paper in this Mini Catalogue. And if you like the covered box above, keep your eye on this blog for a class coming up real soon. Numbers will be limited so keep watch!!

Bye,

Spring Mini Catalogue Launch at Narara

2008-08-05T23:05:00.000-07:00

I have been MIA for the last couple of weeks, I know. It has been a very busy time with preparation for the Launch of the Spring Mini Catalogue and I also have some other exciting news that you can read about over here (it involves more papercrafting, yay!)

I wanted to share with you the projects that we did at the Mini Launch at Narara. Nine of my great customers and my new downline (Hi Denise) got busy stamping, sticking and creating and everyone went home with one each of these:

Popsicle Card.

The tutorial for these can be found here at Chic n'Scratch. This idea has been floating around the net for a while and I am unsure as to the original designer. But the tutorial I found is nice and easy to follow and she has some great ideas on her blog.

Takeaway Gift BoxWe used the new Apple Cider papers to cover these takeaway boxes and the new stamp set - True Friend.

We also made a Christmas Gift Card holder, which I have forgotten to photograph so I will share with you the Apple Bucket I created for display.Launch nights are so much fun and I really enjoy sharing the new goodies with everyone.

Don't forget to head on over to my other blog to see what else I have been up to.
Bye for now,

Pinks & Browns

2008-07-22T19:35:00.000-07:00

Yes, more pinks and browns. I love these two colours together - strawberry and chocolate....mmmmm!Here are some up close details:

This card uses the Berry Bliss Designer Series paper and new goodies from the Spring Mini Catalogue. The rub-ons are just divine and really good quality. And good quality rub-ons are always so much easier to use in my opinion.

Speaking of the Mini Catalogue, I am holding a Launch Night with some other demonstrators and if you are local to the Central Coast.....you are invited!

…and you thought the new Stampin’ Up!®

2008 – 2009 Idea Book & Catalogue was FABULOUS!

Just take a look at the

2008 SPRING

MINI CATALOGUE!

Come and join us at our

Spring Mini Launch

It’s going to be lots of fun!

When: 7:30pm - Friday 1^st August 2008

Where: Narara Valley Baptist Church Hall

127 Narara Valley Drive, Narara

Behind the main church building in the hall - just drive on in - plenty of off street parking.

Cost: $10*

(Refundable with your $50 order placed on the night, not including p&h)

v Three Make & Take projects

v Demonstrations of new products and techniques

v Mini Catalogue & Technique Booklet for everyone

v Watch out for the Prize Patrol! Lots of giveaways

v Incentives for booking a workshop on the night

v Light refreshments provided

Call Alex Hughes on 0414 444 150 or email scrapalley@aapt.net.au to RSVP and reserve your place ASAP as numbers are limited.

* Prepayment is required to reserve your place

I still have a few spots left, so contact me now and come along for a fun night. Believe me the new items in the Mini Catalogue are just gorgeous!
Bye,

Something to share.

2008-07-19T05:11:00.000-07:00

This is my new display for my SU cards. Isn't is sweet? It began life as a 'Dorothy the Dinosaur' photo album designed as a handbag. I saw it on the shelf at K-mart and immediately pictured it altered with the delicious Berry Bliss papers from our catalogue. And don't you just love the glittered letters and hat pin?!? And the flowers......sigh! Just love it all really!

Bye for now,

Colour Challenge #16

2008-07-17T06:27:00.000-07:00

Loving these challenges lately. Great for a starting point.Here is the challenge from Kristina Werners blog:

Aren't those shoes just the cutest! Have to go and surf Martha's site now.

Bye,

{Stylish Storage}

2008-07-15T20:52:00.000-07:00

Check out this little number:
No, it is not a handbag. Although it looks suspiciously like one, doesn't it? Look what it holds:

Yes, all my SU cardstock. How cute is that?

Have a great day!