Alaska Achievers Blog Hop

Welcome to the Alaska Achiever's Blog Hop for the month of November!  Those hopping today are Stampin' Up!® Demonstrators from all around the world that have achieved the prestigious Stampin' Up! Incentive trip that only a limited number around the world achieve. This month theme is “Anything Goes”

So when I was thinking about what to do…I immediately  went to  my Stampin’ Blends!!  I am over the moon about these markers!  I have tons of samples to share with you today!!  
They are sold individually, groups of 2..light and dark or as a whole set as shown below.
STAMPIN' BLENDS MARKERS COLLECTION
Price: $121.50


There is also a matching Kit and Stamp Set called Color Me Happy.  You can purchase just the Stamp Set….


or just the Color Me Happy Kit…..LOVE LOVE LOVE!!


This kit is stunning!!   Or you can get them both in a bundle!   And this is how the cards will look if you make them exactly like the kit!!!  So cute!
 
COLOR ME HAPPY CLEAR-MOUNT BUNDLE
Price: $39.50

Now onto what I did…..I love just the Stamp Set….so here are some samples I made using just the Stamp Set Color Me Happy!
The first sample is a CASE from Pinterest (sorry I don't have a name…but the red birds are so darn cute)

Next is a quick thank you card…perfect for all your Holiday Thank You cards!

Another thank you card using that darling flower….and my favorite black and white Buffalo Plaid from the Merry Little Christmas DSP.
MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
Price: $11.00

And finally the lanterns…perfect for any occasion!


Now I didn’t stop there….because I LOVE the kit  and wanted to showcase it using other Stamp Sets besides the Color Me Happy Set.  It is sooo versatile!!
Here are ideas that I made using the Christmas In The Making Stamp Set and the Color Me Happy Kit!


CHRISTMAS IN THE MAKING CLEAR-MOUNT STAMP SET
Price: $18.00

  

Check out the Lined envelopes edged with Gold Foil…so pretty!!
Here's another…..


She is so cute….and not just for Christmas….this would make a great Birthday Card!
But I didn't stop there…….here are two more ideas using the Color Me Happy Kit and an adorable stamp set from the Holiday Catalog…..

WONDERFUL LIFE PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET
Price: $17.00

First a cute little Christmas card……


All paper products from the kit!!
And finally a Wedding Card……using the kit and this stamp set….




This is the display I have in my Water City Stamping Studio!! (Sorry for the glare on some of the samples!)


So cute and so much fun!  All colored in with the Stampin’ Blends!!!  They are truly a must have!!! 
But first,  I want to thank you for joining us today - we are so happy that you are taking part in our blog hop. Make sure that you don't miss out on one blog as there are some incredible designs you are going to see today to inspire you.
You are currently at my blog – Renee Kohnke, so check the list below to see who is after me and follow all the blogs around.  Enjoy!!

Now if anything I have shown you today “must have” for you too…..CLICK HERE TO SHOP MY ONLINE STORE! and get a FREE gift with a $50 order!

Here are the details……
PLACE A PRODUCT ORDER OF $50 or more (before shipping and tax) in my ONLINE STORE this month of NOVEMBER and you can earn the GREEN SPRIGS for FREE!
HOW TO EARN MY FREE BONUS GIFT THIS MONTH:

• $50 – $149.99 ORDER:  ADD HOST CODE, 9S3CHNHX for orders over $50 and under $150 (before tax and shipping). To claim your bonus gift from me, you MUST include this host code when checking out!!
• $150+ ORDER:  PLEASE DO NOT ADD THE HOST CODE. You will automatically qualify for the free bonus gift, The GREEN SPRIGS , as well as earn Water City Stamping Rewards
  DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 29th.
  IMPORTANT NOTE: My FREE bonus gift giveaways are mailed separately from any order. Look for some Happy Mail!!
  Watch for new and different offer each month!!!
• And as  always…thank you so much for all your orders…..I do so appreciate it!!!

until next time……

FREE SHIPPING! ONE DAY ONLY!

          CYBER MONDAY ONLY!!
          SHOP ONLINE MONDAY NOV 27TH 
          24 HOURS ONLY MIDNIGHT TO MIDNIGHT (MT)
          FREE SHIPPING ON EVERYTHING!!

• No minimum purchase required. 

• Order as much or as often as you want ALL DAY.  Shipping is FREE!
• STOCK UP!  Fill your wish list and stock up on basics like card stock, envelopes, stamps and ink! 
• It's the perfect time to indulge in the new Stampin' Blends Markers!
• Don't miss out on additional savings with 10% OFF Bundles and the Stampin' Up! clearance rack.
• FREE products!  Earn Stampin' Rewards when you spend $150 or more (total before shipping and tax)
• Please note that the On-Line Extravaganza Sale ends Nov. 26 and is not part of this free Shipping promotion.

• Free shipping runs from November 27 12:00 AM to November 27 11:59 PM MT.

But let's sweeten this AWESOME deal!!  Use the HOSTESS CODE  9S3CHNHX

and you can have your CHOICE of either of two items FREE from me!!  Here are the details....
PLACE A PRODUCT ORDER OF $50 or more (before shipping and tax) in my ONLINE STORE on Nov 27th you can earn either the GREEN SPRIGS or the  WINK OF STELLA for FREE plus you will receive Water City Reward Points!!   Your choice!!  This offer cannot be combined with other offers except Water City Rewards....good for online orders only...hostess code must be used ....thank you!                                                                                                                                       
                                      Wink of Stella OR Green Sprigs!!







HOW TO EARN MY FREE BONUS GIFT THIS MONTH:

• $50 - $149.99 ORDER:  ADD HOST CODE, 9S3CHNHX for orders over $50 and under $150 (before tax and shipping). To claim your bonus gift from me, you MUST include this host code when checking out!!
• $150+ ORDER:  PLEASE DO NOT ADD THE HOST CODE. You will automatically qualify for the free bonus gift, The GREEN SPRIGS or WINK OF STELLA and the HOSTESS REWARDS , as well as earn Water City Stamping Rewards...WOW!! 
• CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW!

DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 27th.
IMPORTANT NOTE: My FREE bonus gift giveaways are mailed separately from any order. I will email you and you can let me know of your choice.  And then....Look for some Happy Mail!!
until next time....Take Care and Happy Stamping!!

Renee

Online Extravaganza Time!!

It's the most wonderful time of year!!!  Time for our Online Extravaganza!!!
Online Extravaganza is starting November 20 - 26! During this promotion, there will be exclusive deals and sales available for limited times.
Deals end November 26 11:59 PM. (MT)

CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE EXTRAVAGANZA!!

But the first day will be an incredible offering of this promotion with the 24-hour stamp sale. Select stamp sets will be 20% off for the first 24 hours of Online Extravaganza. See the list below*.

Stamp Sale starts November 20 12:00 AM (MT) and ends November 20 11:59 PM. (MT)
But there is so much more….here is the rest of the sale which goes through Nov 26th…while supplies last!

To close out Online Extravaganza with a bang, there will be a special 24-hour flash sale on November 27th, after other Online Extravaganza deals end on the 26th. I will provide more information on the flash sale as I learn more about it. Make sure to check back here for the announcement and more details!

*Items offered may vary by market, based on inventory and availability.
Here is the Online Extravaganza PDF that shows all the other sales.

But let's sweeten this AWESOME deal!! 
Use the HOSTESS CODE  9S3CHNHX
and you can have your CHOICE of either of two items FREE from me!!  Here are the details....

PLACE A PRODUCT ORDER OF $50 or more (before shipping and tax) in my ONLINE STORE from November 20th -Nov 27th you can earn either the GREEN SPRIGS or the  WINK OF STELLA for FREE plus you will receive Water City Reward Points!!   Your choice!!  This offer cannot be combined with other offers except Water City Rewards....good for online orders only...hostess code must be used....thank you!                                                                                                                                                                    

Wink of Stella OR Green Sprigs!!







HOW TO EARN MY FREE BONUS GIFT THIS MONTH:

• $50 - $149.99 ORDER:  ADD HOST CODE, 9S3CHNHX for orders over $50 and under $150 (before tax and shipping). To claim your bonus gift from me, you MUST include this host code when checking out!!
• $150+ ORDER:  PLEASE DO NOT ADD THE HOST CODE. You will automatically qualify for the free bonus gift, The GREEN SPRIGS or WINK OF STELLA and the HOSTESS REWARDS , as well as earn Water City Stamping Rewards...WOW!! 
• CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW!

DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 27th.
IMPORTANT NOTE: My FREE bonus gift giveaways are mailed separately from any order. I will email you and you can let me know of your choice.  And then....Look for some Happy Mail!!


until next time....

The Stamparatus is Here!!

Well I am so excited to tell you that Stampin' Up! has their own placement tool coming and it is so cool!

I was part of a team (L2L) that helped develop the Stamparatus and I can not wait to get my hands on it!  

INTRODUCING THE STAMPARATUS: A NEW WAY TO STAMP!

The Stamparatus was many years in the making and was conceptualized, designed and produced in collaboration with our amazing, 2000-member L2L (Leader to Leader) team. It is, quite simply, the best tool of its kind on the market today and it will change the way you stamp. In fact, before long you’ll wonder how you crafted without it.

Why do YOU need one? You’ll fall in love with stamping all over again when you learn everything you can do with it!

• Make multiples with ease
• Consistently stamp crisp, clean images
• If you want a darker impression, apply more ink and restamp—no need to start over
• Make fewer mistakes, saving time and money
• Easily create 2-step, 3-step, and 4-step stamped images using reversible plates
• Develop new and specialized stamping techniques with adjustable stamping plates and precision placement

I need product details!

• Compatible with Stampin’ Up!’s red rubber and photopolymer stamp - 
• Foam mat to use with photopolymer stamps
• Rulers and gridlines for quick measuring
• 2 open sides so you can stamp on larger paper
• 2 reversible plates: a total of 4 surfaces to work with
• 2 magnets to hold the paper in place
• Magnet storage areas
• Retail Price–$49.00

OKAY. I’VE GOTTA HAVE ONE. HOW DO I GET IN LINE?

With the launch of this tool, Stampin' Up! is trying something different: testing a new reservation system. It acts like a true preorder: you reserve your spot and they guarantee shipment as soon as the product arrives in the warehouse. Demonstrators and customers will place reservations and receive their product at the same time. This system will allow us to get the product to market as soon as possible while avoiding backorders and efficiently managing inventory.

The global launch will feature three reservation windows. For each window, please note the following:

• Reservation quantities are while supplies last.
• Limit is 1 tool per demonstrator and 1 tool per customer per reservation window. (Note: The Stamparatus is not a Cash-and-Carry item.)
• You may participate in multiple reservation windows.
• In order to reserve your Stamparatus, you are required to provide your credit card information.
• Credit cards will not be charged until the Stamparatus ships from our facility. When you close your order, be sure to verify that your credit card and shipping information is correct.
• 
  

RESERVATION WINDOWS	AVAILABLE TO SHIP
November 16–30, 2017	Approx. February 1, 2018
December 5–30, 2017	Approx. March 19, 2018

Have more questions? We have answers. Keep reading...you could get a coffee perhaps...

 

Customer Stamparatus Launch Q & A

Q: How do I reserve my Stamparatus?
A: Normally you order Stampin’ Up! products through the online store; in this case, you will click the
RESERVE link on the Stamparatus page which will take you to the reservation page. For step-by-step
instructions, please see the How to Reserve Your Stamparatus Tutorial for Customers.

Q: What if I do not have a Stampin’ Up! customer account?
A: To reserve a Stamparatus, you must have a customer account. To create one, click Create Account on The ONLINE STORE. Personally I would go and get an account set up now (if you don't have one already) then you are all set to go.

Q: Why does it take so long for the Stamparatus to ship?
A: We will place an order with the manufacturer based on how many reservations are made during any
given reservation window. Shipping dates depend on how long it takes the order to arrive in our
warehouse after the tools have been manufactured.

Q: Will the available-to-ship dates be the same for all markets?
A: Yes.

Q: Am I billed at the time I reserve my Stamparatus?
A: No. However, a credit card is required to reserve the product.

Q: When will I be charged for the Stamparatus?
A: When inventory arrives in the warehouse, we will add your reservation to a shopping cart. We will
then send you an email notifying you that your Stamparatus order is ready. Once you finalize payment
and close your order, the system will charge your credit card.

Q: Will I be able to add other products to my Stamparatus reservation?
A: No. However, once your reservation is transferred to your shopping cart, you will then be able to add
other items to your order. Important note: Please do not delete the Stamparatus from your order. We
will not be able to add it back and you will lose your reservation.

Q: Will I be able to update my address and credit card information when I open my shopping bag to
complete my order?
A: Yes.

Q: What if I change my mind and want to cancel my reservation?
A: You can cancel your reservation at any time. To cancel, please see the How to Reserve Your
Stamparatus Tutorial for Customers PDF.

Q: Will the tool be available in the 2018–2019 annual catalog?
A: Yes. Once the annual catalog ordering period begins, you will be able to order the Stamparatus as you
would any other product. Reservations will no longer be required, and there will be no limit on the
number of tools you can order.

Q: Once the Stamparatus has been added to my shopping cart, how long will it stay there?
A: Indefinitely. As with all products, it will be subject to temporary interruptions in availability
depending on demand.

Q: When I close my order, can I take advantage of current Stampin’ Up! promotions?
A: Yes.

Q: Can I participate in all three reservation periods?
A: Yes.

Q: How many stamp placement tools can I reserve per reservation window?
A: For customers, there is a limit of 1 per reservation window.

Q: How did we come up with the name Stamparatus?
A: We landed on an innovative name by combining two words that speak to the end use of the tool as
well as Stampin’ Up! branding.

Stamp: To impress a pattern or mark (especially an official one) on a surface, object, or document using an engraved or inked
block or die or other instrument
Apparatus: The technical equipment or machinery needed for a particular activity or purpose
Stamp + Apparatus = Stamparatus

Way cool right?

Let me know if you have any questions.

until next time......

Year of Cheer Beauty!

This past Tuesday, I held my monthly Water City Stampers Team Meeting!   We made 5 make and takes and one of them came from an inspiration from Pinterest, a lovely sponged card from Elizabeth Gross.    I always tell my Team….you don’t need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to card creation….find a card , make it your own and just make sure you give credit to your inspiration!

Using the Year of Cheer Designer Paper from the Holiday Catalog…here is a super easy and quick Christmas card.  Perfect when you need to make a bunch!  Just pull out your favorite Classic Ink Pad and sponge away!!

                                                                                                                             Here I used Night of Navy.

                                                                                                                              Another in Emerald Envy.

                                                                                    And finally…Berry Burst!

I finished the cards of with a greeting from Watercolor Christmas , a strip of Year of Cheer Specialty Washi Tape,  Leaf Punch from Champagne Foil Sheets and of course the Clear Gems colored with the new Stampin’ Blends!

Add a layer of coordinating cardstock , with the base cardstock being Smokey Slate.   Sparkle and shine like no other!!  Which is your favorite???   I can’t decide!!!

As always I truly appreciate all your online orders!!  If you would like to place an order  CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW! or use the carousel below to be directed to a specific product .

PLACE A PRODUCT ORDER OF $50 or more (before shipping and tax) in my ONLINE STORE this month of November and you can earn the GREEN SPRIGS for FREE plus you will receive Water City Reward Points!! This offer cannot be combined with other offers except Water City Rewards….good for online orders only…hostess code must be used….thank you!

until next time…..

Quilted Christmas…not just for Christmas!!

How about a little break from Christmas…..even though I am using the Quilted Christmas Bundle!

This Bundle is truly a year round gem!  Here are a few examples…all the same card…just different Designer papers.  

First…Using the Painted Harvest DSP….lovely for all Autumnal cards!

Next is a Quilted Card from the Daisy Delight DSP…..

I absolutely love the soft watercolor look from this DSP!

And finally……my last sample comes from the Bundle of Love DSP.  This paper is gorgeous!!  ….not just for baby!!!

  

So pretty!!!

As always I truly appreciate all your online orders!!  If you would like to place an order  CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW!! or use the carousel below to be directed to a specific product . 

PLACE A PRODUCT ORDER OF $50 or more (before shipping and tax) in my ON-LINE STORE this month of November and you can earn the GREEN SPRIGS for FREE plus you will receive Water City Reward Points!!  This offer cannot be combined with other offers except Water City Rewards….good for online orders only…hostess code must be used….thank you!

until next time…..

Mad for Plaid!!

For those of you that know me….I am all about the plaid!!!  I have loved plaid since my red plaid lunch box back in the 60’s! (I just dated myself!!)

So needless to say…I love all the Plaid Designer Papers that come about throughout the year!!  Right now…some of my favorites come from the Quilted Christmas DSP and the Christmas Around the World!  I cannot get enough of it!!
But a truly fun plaid comes from the Merry Little Designer Paper pack.  In the pack are AWESOME combinations of Old Olive and Basic Black on one side and black and white on the other side.


I love all the patterns…but I especially love the black and white Buffalo plaid.  And did you know you can use a sponge and our Classic Ink and make it a colored Buffalo Plaid!!  Woohoo! 


The technique is super easy…..just sponge Cherry Cobbler Ink onto the black and white check….


                                                       Keep sponging and sponging……

And you will end up with this beautiful red buffalo plaid!!  Perfect to decorate one of our cute little Pizza Boxes found in the Holiday Catalog.

And did you notice the  Green Sprig ( found in the Holiday Catalog) I made it frosty…..another super easy technique!
Using a Palette Knife , add some of our Embossing Paste onto the Green Sprig and sprinkle with some Dazzling Diamonds Glitter.  Dries quick and easy!!

Now you have a lovely embellishment along with a Mini Ornament (Holiday Catalog)and a lovely Silver Trimmed Ribbon.  So cute and festive!!

And check out the inside….mmmm yummmy!!

Do you just love those Green Sprigs…well during the month  of November you can get them for FREE from me!!

Here are the details……
PLACE A PRODUCT ORDER OF $50 or more (before shipping and tax) in my ON-LINE STORE this month of NOVEMBER and you can earn the GREEN SPRIGS for FREE!
HOW TO EARN MY FREE BONUS GIFT THIS MONTH:

• $50 – $149.99 ORDER:  ADD HOST CODE, 9S3CHNHX for orders over $50 and under $150 (before tax and shipping). To claim your bonus gift from me, you MUST include this host code when checking out!!
• $150+ ORDER:  PLEASE DO NOT ADD THE HOST CODE. You will automatically qualify for the free bonus gift, The GREEN SPRIGS , as well as earn Water City Stamping Rewards

Don’t forget to check the Stampin’ Up! CLEARANCE RACK!! and 10% OFF BUNDLES for extra savings.
DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 29th.
IMPORTANT NOTE: My FREE bonus gift giveaways are mailed separately from any order. Look for some Happy Mail!!
Watch for new and different offer each month!!!
CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW!! or use the carousel below to be directed to a specific product .  This offer cannot be combined with other offers except Water City Rewards….good for online orders only…hostess code must be used….thank you!)

until next time……