tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-59847154905011069452024-02-20T01:54:45.432-05:00Stamp New EnglandAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13050278803435355215noreply@blogger.comBlogger62125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-80225647901770366762009-07-13T08:35:00.003-04:002009-07-13T09:18:29.589-04:00We've Moved!!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUFWmgsXoz5stu66OOL4pjfL_QCntanA7mZ3cllmhTxmgeTTUb4ud3aGMV7Y-w_JOMUiEQ4_XaIWeay2KVXD8rTAXQwLFgK3yoEroDJHVXTadGghnawNUTmDi2r7ftjB0yLT_vZsR6cdYx/s1600-h/moving-day.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 226px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUFWmgsXoz5stu66OOL4pjfL_QCntanA7mZ3cllmhTxmgeTTUb4ud3aGMV7Y-w_JOMUiEQ4_XaIWeay2KVXD8rTAXQwLFgK3yoEroDJHVXTadGghnawNUTmDi2r7ftjB0yLT_vZsR6cdYx/s320/moving-day.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357933471406804370" border="0" /></a>The day is finally here!! After many weeks and months of planning and much hard work by our designer <a href="http://tweaksanddesigns.blogspot.com/">Sara Williams</a>, our new "home" on the web is ready to move in to! Please visit us now at <a href="http://stampingaround.com/">StampingAround.com</a>. Don't forget to change your bookmarks, add yourself as a follower and subscribe to the new site (you'll find all those widgets on the sidebars).<br /><br />This blog will still be available but all new postings and information will now be on <a href="http://stampingaround.com/">StampingAround.com</a>. See you there!! :)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-68885906635124743072009-07-11T22:39:00.003-04:002009-07-12T20:48:45.941-04:00Day One in Connecticut<a href="http://stampinwithjulie.blogspot.com/">Julie </a>and I are safe and sound in Connecticut and are just back from our very first "Stamping in your PJs" class! It was a blast and wonderful to meet our attendees and catch up with old friends! Check out the cute welcome sign the hotel put out for us! Here's my best Vanna impersonation...while sporting my "in public" PJs!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR3hkNHKZ8P7bTbhCU4jsQh_hnLEWYHgjaURYPOM770_PKXKOqz7poW1Fo15MOAiNqlZUrFeGykM-rIYfp9vEj_Q2PCYWwnb1X8RKwW6LI2UhkJBSdNtYS0y-176_A91GteST3Rs4yHKPB/s1600-h/kimatsign.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR3hkNHKZ8P7bTbhCU4jsQh_hnLEWYHgjaURYPOM770_PKXKOqz7poW1Fo15MOAiNqlZUrFeGykM-rIYfp9vEj_Q2PCYWwnb1X8RKwW6LI2UhkJBSdNtYS0y-176_A91GteST3Rs4yHKPB/s400/kimatsign.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357397859165925858" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://createwithjulia.blogspot.com/">Julia Aston</a> taught our first class and she created these simply adorable birdhouses...aren't they just fabulous! The pattern is from <a href="http://www.papertreyink.com/">Papertrey Ink</a> (it's one of Nichole's free downloads!) as well as the paper and ribbon. Can you see how Julia created a clapboard front on the larger birdhouse? Darling!<br /><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXFwERc9mDvPPpf7Lbp5cxtFgicmnwXHOJpNhsrN5LMS-9dwoVtIhFCvqvVv82ilkfHWV9iO2wczOjI2WRbIWo_d5_EivNqhKfUvWT8cp0rrOgtDE4Fg3WIK9VTzxmRJzhzQ_t6v0bUoA/s1600-h/juliasclass.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357033109525364834" style="width: 400px; height: 272px;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXFwERc9mDvPPpf7Lbp5cxtFgicmnwXHOJpNhsrN5LMS-9dwoVtIhFCvqvVv82ilkfHWV9iO2wczOjI2WRbIWo_d5_EivNqhKfUvWT8cp0rrOgtDE4Fg3WIK9VTzxmRJzhzQ_t6v0bUoA/s400/juliasclass.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><br />Oh, and here's what I was sporting on my feet...of course ladies, had to work the bunny slippers... :-)<br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsdXgUjLJyO7H6PsBRTARG-vj71d3ruOrohys-lq2cltGVY6ldvK_R7V6pKpRriZikAHm27r1ggsOTdCLM3SrUeGba7kWpYGPiECP6RhgsjwcVcUO2SHud-MhQK6BZZFTSX-HKJEuXDgI/s1600-h/bunnyslippers.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357033112173110946" style="width: 278px; height: 400px;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsdXgUjLJyO7H6PsBRTARG-vj71d3ruOrohys-lq2cltGVY6ldvK_R7V6pKpRriZikAHm27r1ggsOTdCLM3SrUeGba7kWpYGPiECP6RhgsjwcVcUO2SHud-MhQK6BZZFTSX-HKJEuXDgI/s400/bunnyslippers.jpg" border="0" /></a></p>Stay tuned for more pictures from our classes tomorrow...WooHoo, we are having a blast, which you were here!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-77505538740222917782009-07-09T23:18:00.003-04:002009-07-09T23:20:33.398-04:00SUPPLY UPDATESorry to scream at you - lol!! But in preparing my class I realized that I forgot 3 ink colors for you to bring along! Here they are:<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 153); font-weight: bold;">Brocade Blue, Ballet Blue, Night of Navy</span><br /><br />Can't wait to see you all tomorrow!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-43672444937703798272009-07-08T13:54:00.003-04:002009-07-08T20:43:24.974-04:00Friday Evening Festivities!<span style="color:#cc0000;">EDITED: If you are not staying at the hotel, please check your email in boxes for a message that was sent today regarding the Friday evening schedule. Contact us ASAP if you did not receive the email! Thank you!<br /></span><br />Are you ladies ready to stamp!! We're are busy prepping for classes, packing up all of our fantastic door prizes, and our luggage!<br /><br />We wanted to let everyone know that we made a slight alteration to Friday evening's schedule because we're thowing a pajama party! WooHoo!<br /><br />Please plan to arrive at the hotel by 4:00 pm to check in and then you are free to grab dinner at the restaurant of your choice. (We're working on putting together a list of area restaurants) After dinner, dash back to your room, and change into those PJ's and fuzzy slippers and meet us in the stamping room at 7:30 pm for our first class! We'll have munchies and drinks for everyone to enjoy along with Julia Aston's AMAZING class!!<br /><br />Please leave us a comment or shot us an email with any other questions!Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05971317642726987703noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-79733510598928219962009-07-06T06:00:00.000-04:002009-07-06T06:00:25.213-04:00CT: Supply ListThis is the week - so exciting!! Here is your supply list. Where inks were needed we tried to stay with Stampin' Up! colors since we figured that's what most people have, but if you have another brand we'd be happy to try to find similar colors for you!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Please make sure that all supplies you bring are labeled with your name or initials.</span> The list is long . . .<br /><br />Camera<br />Acrylic Blocks<br />Paper Trimmer &/or Scor-Pal (if you have one)<br />Adhesive - LOTS of it!<br />Glue Dots<br />Foam adhesive (Dimensionals or similar)<br />Quickie Glue Pen<br />Orange line tape or Scor-Tape<br />Scissors - paper snips<br />3/4" and 1.25" hole punches<br />Crop-a-dile Big Bite - (if you have it) if not we can share! :)<br />Black Ink (Memento Tuxedo Black is best)<br />Brown Ink (Memento Rich Cocoa)<br />White Ink (chalk ink or Papertrey Fresh Snow)<br />White Gel Pen<br />Scallop punch<br />Paper piercer & mat<br /><div>Exacto knife</div> <div>Self-healing cutting mat</div> <div>Metal Ruler</div>clear glitter pen<br /><br />For two of the projects, the instructors will utilize Copic markers for their samples. Now,<span style="font-weight: bold;"> please feel free to bring along your preferred coloring medium as a substitute.</span> Copic markers are NOT a required item. However, if you are looking to start a collection or add to yours and your LSS doesn't happen to carry Copic Markers, our friends over at <a href="http://www.eclecticpaperie.com/">Eclectic Paperie</a> have a great selection and great prices!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Copics:</span> G99, YG95, YG99, YR02, YR04, YR07, YR09, YR23, RV09, R08, R22, R27, R37, E29, E31, E33, E37, BG10, BG15 <span style="font-style: italic;">(or some SU! colors: SU! Marker Colors - Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, More Mustard, Sky Blue, Chocolate Chip, Rosey Red, Pink Passion)</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ink Pads </span>(we will have several but if you have them, bring them along!)<br />SU Colors: Riding Hood Red, Real Red, Cranberry Crisp (or Bravo Burgandy), Kiwi Kiss, Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant, Perfect Plum<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">If you have these:</span><br />Chai dye ink (Papertrey)<br />Papertrey Background Basics Retro stamp set<br />Ranger Adirondack Brights Inks: Watermelon or Sunset Orange<br /><br />PHEW!!! I'll post some details later today about a Name Tag Contest (which is totally optional!). As always, leave a comment or email us with any questions!! Are you excited? :)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-5938799613048081432009-07-01T22:53:00.008-04:002009-07-02T09:20:27.977-04:00Step Right Up and Get Your Hotel Room...in Vermont, that is! Rooms are selling like hotcakes so if you want to head to beautiful Vermont in September for a rip-roaring stamping weekend then book your spot now because we are SOLD OUT of single rooms, triple rooms, and quad rooms! Doubles are all that are left!!<br /><br />Contact us asap (email addresses are on the right) if you would like to book a double room for more than two people. The doubles can be used for more than two, as the remaining rooms all have two beds. However, that means that you'll need to be on very good terms with whoever you're sharing a sleeping spot with....there is always the sleeping bag option! :-)<br /><br />Mark your calendars for September 11-12, pack those PJs and stamp supplies and come join us in Vermont!!Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05971317642726987703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-67170548307077767802009-06-30T11:50:00.003-04:002009-06-30T11:55:40.484-04:00Attention CT AttendeesCan you believe it's less than 2 weeks away!! We're so excited to get to meet all of you and stamp the weekend away! We'll be posting a supply list for you by early next week but I wanted to see if there were any people interested in a swap?! <br /><br />We had a great group of swappers at the NH event in March and we'll follow almost the same pattern. Here are details:<br /><div><br /></div><div>1) No Vendor Requirement - although we'd <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">certainly</span> encourage you to support any one of our numerous amazing sponsors!! </div><div><br /></div><div>2) All swaps should be full cards, not card fronts</div><div><br /></div><div>3) There should be a minimum of three layers, plus embellishments.</div><div><br /></div><div>4) Please be sure to sign or handstamp the back of your cards!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>5) Please do your best work!</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><br />If you are interested please leave a comment on this post. We'll count up how many are interested and I'll send you a final number in one week!<br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span">Let me know if you have any questions</span><span class="Apple-style-span">!<br /></span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-1300847531331223022009-06-27T16:01:00.007-04:002009-06-27T17:54:39.992-04:00Stamping Around Vermont: The Briefing<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizNGJ2JkdZfX82qZULRpT24wvgC7FEoXfw3So58dpogxeW1vUqCXY7eV8hcpq9w0Enfsc44TGEZGW6_S_1No7ngyCnqXrbWM-T8XRPOckrXzn2whDqsoFnCm185NNEa9HYcblMlka4GFVg/s1600-h/activities-fall-center.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 179px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizNGJ2JkdZfX82qZULRpT24wvgC7FEoXfw3So58dpogxeW1vUqCXY7eV8hcpq9w0Enfsc44TGEZGW6_S_1No7ngyCnqXrbWM-T8XRPOckrXzn2whDqsoFnCm185NNEa9HYcblMlka4GFVg/s400/activities-fall-center.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352113519842671410" border="0" /></a>Ok, it's time to change gears here and talk about Stamping Around Vermont!! Remember, the dates are September 11-12 at the <a href="http://www.innatwillowpond.com/index.html">Inn at Willow Pond</a> in Manchester, Vermont. I am so excited we will be in Vermont in early Fall!! Growing up in upstate NY I used to love a leisurely Sunday afternoon drive to Bennington for some antiquing and ice cream - yum! :)<br /><br />I thought I'd share a bit more information about what to expect. You can view the brochure by clicking over on the right sidebar and downloading the pdf. That will give you the tentative schedule and the prices of the different size rooms. Of course, we will be spotlighting each instructor and sponsor individually as we lead up to the event, but here's a brief overview.<br /><br />Instructors:<br /><br /><a href="http://stampedbyhand.blogspot.com/">Joanne Basile</a> - Joanne taught a class in NH and everyone <span style="font-style: italic;">loved </span>it! She's sure to bring her signature cheery style and will be doing a bit with Copic markers - which we get a lot of requests for!!<br /><br /><a href="http://onehappystamper.typepad.com/stamping_inspirations_wit/">Cindy Lawrence</a> - Cindy also taught a class in NH. We made the most beautiful card set - view Cindy's photos of the weekend and her project <a href="http://onehappystamper.typepad.com/stamping_inspirations_wit/2009/03/what-a-wonderful-weekend.html">here</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://stampinmama.typepad.com/stampin_mama_a_mama_that_/">Erika Martin</a> - Erika is a new teacher for us by I'm sure no stranger to most out there! Erika, aka the Stampin' Mama is so talented in a variety of different mediums and is on several design teams. Her project, I think will be something new for most of us to try - something fun! I can't wait!<br /><br /><a href="http://stampinmama.typepad.com/stampin_mama_a_mama_that_/">Julie Masse</a> - that's me! :) My class will focus on multi-step stamps and the depth of color and highlighting that can be achieved with these beautiful stamps (that seem to be daunting for a lot of people but I assure you are tons of fun!)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.jennshurkus.typepad.com/">Jenn Shurkus</a> - We are thrilled to have Jenn join us for the weekend! Anyone who knows the name <a href="http://www.amuseartstamps.com/">A Muse</a> knows Jenn's name- she is so *creative* and ultra talented!! She teaches full-time for <a href="http://www.amuseartstamps.com/">A Muse</a> and manages a papercrafting store on Cape Cod and will be using <span style="font-style: italic;">brand new</span><a href="http://www.amuseartstamps.com/"> A Muse</a> products for her class!<br /><br />We've had some questions about the "level" of these classes and while I definitely would not want to discourage any skill level from attending, I'd say that the classes are geared for the "seasoned" stamper. We figure that most of you out there looking to get away at a stamping weekend have a bit of experience and ask our instructors to design their classes with that in mind. Now that certainly doesn't mean you won't learn anything or that you'd be in over your head! We think the classes are balanced perfectly!! And if you ever have suggestions on what you'd like to see taught at a Stamping Around event please email me (julie@stampingaround.com) or Kim (kim@stampingaround.com) - we love suggestions!!<br /><br />So there you have it - a brief overview of Stamping Around Vermont! It may seem like September is a long way off but I assure you it's not! I'm sure you all know also that Vermont Inns in the Fall books quickly (I remember my parents taking off on a spontaneous road trip to VT one Fall weekend - they ended up sleeping in their car!!). <span style="font-weight: bold;">Therefore, in order to hold rooms at the Inn we need to have you register or indicate your participation ASAP!</span> I'd hate for you to have to sleep in your car or on the couch in the lodge - lol! :)<br /><br />Thank you to all those who have registered already - your rooms are safe! And to everyone else, don't delay!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-37680066505857318492009-06-25T17:37:00.001-04:002009-06-25T17:39:23.474-04:00Last Call!Calling all CT area stampers!! :) We've seen lots of traffic from the surrounding area and some great ladies signed up for a fun weekend but it's time for that FINAL CALL!!! We need to know ASAP if you'll be joining us - what's stopping you? Come join the fun!!<br /><br />Feel free to send me an email if you have any questions regarding classes, class format, etc.! The sun was out today New England - how FABULOUS!!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-83147543983447449072009-06-23T07:19:00.006-04:002009-06-30T14:35:34.840-04:00Instructor Spotlight: Jodi CollinsGood morning all!! Today I'm so excited to bring you another instructor spotlight for Stamping Around Connecticut - <a href="http://stampingalatte.blogspot.com/">Jodi Collins (aka Kharmagirl)</a>!! Everybody knows Jodi right?!! She's one of the nicest, most energetic and talented stampers out there! I've had the great pleasure of working with Jodi on the <a href="http://paperpretties.net/">Paper Pretties</a> Design Team but she is also on the Baker's Dozen, the design team for <a href="http://www.tayloredexpressions.com/">Taylored Expressions Stamps</a>, the Trendsetters - dt for <a href="http://www.thereshegoesclearstamps.com/store/">There She Goes</a> stamps and she is also a <a href="http://splitcoaststamper.com/">Dirty Dozen</a> alumni!! Phew - amazing!! Here's a bit more about Jodi:
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I am SUPER excited to be attending Stamping </span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" >Around CT! I have been stamping for quite some time now. I started in high school but then stopped when I discovered tole </span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" >painting. After attending a Stampin' Up! workshop in 2005 I caught </span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" >the stamping bug all over again. I love to make cards (I am not much of a scrapbooker) and I do not discriminate! I love tons of different stamp companies, </span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" >and I love to find (and hoard!) fun and funky embellishments!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal">
<br /><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" ><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" >My recent addiction are Copic Markers and I find </span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" >myself wanting to color everything in sight! Stamping gives me a relaxing outlet from my </span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" >crazy life as a mom, wife and full time paralegal!!"</span></p></blockquote><p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" ><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:12;" > <o:p></o:p></span></p>We are so excited to have <a href="http://stampingalatte.blogspot.com/">Jodi</a> joining us as a teacher at <span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Stamping Around CT</span>!! She was one of the first people to sign up <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgla7dRVMnoFIEmfWrzsjssVEUBGiXoOGrljhEvuc0OxeWWe8L1PZbOf68Sqho3DtkMYZW2eXrcF5jteIBZvcLHRQ9w3f4QU8vWYehzVvP3lungtBPrXkld-HDoclRWK_RJxtrZh5wvfC35/s1600-h/LSC221+Get+Well%21.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 372px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgla7dRVMnoFIEmfWrzsjssVEUBGiXoOGrljhEvuc0OxeWWe8L1PZbOf68Sqho3DtkMYZW2eXrcF5jteIBZvcLHRQ9w3f4QU8vWYehzVvP3lungtBPrXkld-HDoclRWK_RJxtrZh5wvfC35/s400/LSC221+Get+Well%21.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350483991305198322" border="0" /></a>when we had Stamp New England in March - we had such a blast!! I can't wait to see her again! Jodi's class will be sponsored by <a href="http://www.tayloredexpressions.com/">Taylored Expression</a> stamps so you won't want to miss it - who can resist a cupcake??!!! :) Here's a recent card <a href="http://stampingalatte.blogspot.com/">Jodi</a> made just to give you a "taste" of her talent!
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<br />We've seen lots of activity around here lately - lots of you have been checking out the site!! <span style="font-weight: bold;"> Today </span>is the day to register for <span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Stamping Around Connecticut!!</span> We can't wait to meet you! And stay tuned . . . we'll start spotlight teachers for <span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);">Stamping Around Vermont</span> soon!! :)
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-64195083679760800002009-06-19T22:49:00.005-04:002009-06-30T14:35:34.840-04:00Instructor Spotlight: Debbie CorbariFirst, I wanted to say a <span style="font-style: italic;">huge</span> <span style="color: rgb(153, 51, 153);font-size:180%;" >THANK YOU</span> to Daisy and Joy at <a href="http://eclecticpaperie.com/index.html">Eclectic Paperie</a> for including us in their newsletter as the eP Friend this week! Throughout all of my personal and "professional" contacts with these two amazing ladies they have been nothing short of fabulous! Both are incredibly wonderful to work with and generous with their time and resources. We are so thankful for their generous support and hope that you will help us out and return the favor by supporting <a href="http://eclecticpaperie.com/index.html">Eclectic Paperie</a>!<br /><br />Now, on to the spotlight! I'm thrilled to share our next teacher with you, <a href="http://dbdoodle.blogspot.com/">Debbie Corbari</a> - and she's perfect for this post since her class will be sponsored by <a href="http://eclecticpaperie.com/index.html">Eclectic Paperie</a> and she will be using stamps from <a href="http://www.ourcraftlounge.net/">Our Craft Lounge</a>'s exclusive line of stamps - that she drew! Yup, <a href="http://dbdoodle.blogspot.com/">Debbie</a> is one of the talented illustrators for <a href="http://www.ourcraftlounge.net/">Our Craft Lounge</a>!! Here's a bit about Debbie straight from her:<br /><blockquote style="color: rgb(0, 0, 153);" face="georgia"><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNzmySOkMjbZPuKCG-9kPFHA2bvZOaT3y0eR4ER4zEQrKHq7AYBLN90fa3DX2wck74HMRqt8xUw2JdkMI_yf1ddIBXtV2IZkN-ZSZsi7ysDxEy9WfVgAop1cTIETvF12O3XSN2mVVvRsCT/s1600-h/debbiecloseup.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5349247264825557874" style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; width: 204px; cursor: pointer; height: 220px;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNzmySOkMjbZPuKCG-9kPFHA2bvZOaT3y0eR4ER4zEQrKHq7AYBLN90fa3DX2wck74HMRqt8xUw2JdkMI_yf1ddIBXtV2IZkN-ZSZsi7ysDxEy9WfVgAop1cTIETvF12O3XSN2mVVvRsCT/s400/debbiecloseup.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:100%;">"I grew up with an artistic mom (specializing in pen and ink drawings) and was </span><span style="font-size:100%;">surrounded by arts and crafts at a young age. </span><span style="font-size:100%;">Although it’s nothing I ever studied, it’s always been a major part of my life. In college I illustrated a children’</span><span style="font-size:100%;">s book for a fellow student</span><span style="font-size:100%;">. I have no idea what ever happened with the book. I think she paid me $20 for my illustrations</span><span style="font-size:100%;">, which feels lik</span><span style="font-size:100%;">e $100 to a freshman in college</span> <span style="font-size:100%;">so</span><span style="font-size:100%;">, </span><span style="font-size:100%;">I was happy</span><span style="font-size:100%;">! LOL!</span></p><p style="margin-left: 0pt; margin-right: 0pt;"><span style="font-size:100%;">When I was first introduced to stamping, about 9 years ago, I was hesitant to buy stamps because I felt I could draw the images instead. </span><span style="font-size:100%;">Some time had passed</span><span style="font-size:100%;"> before the instant gratification of stamping won me over and shortly after that, as with most stampers, it became an addiction! Since I started designing my own stamp sets my “crafty” time to stamp has taken a bit of a hit. But I still need to get my “fix” every few days</span><span style="font-size:100%;"> and get inky</span><span style="font-size:100%;">! LOL!"</span></p></blockquote><a href="http://dbdoodle.blogspot.com/">Debbie</a> is a newly Copic Certified Instructor and will be sharing some great Copic tips with us during her class! I can't wait to meet her - she lives in the Albany area of upstate NY which is my hometown!! Small world isn't it?!<br /><br />So how about it folks . . . ready to sign-up for <a href="http://newenglandstampers.blogspot.com/2009/06/connecticut-registration-is-open.html">Stamping Around Connecticut</a>? We are so excited about our wonderful teachers and fabulous location and cannot wait to meet you!! Remember the deadline for registration is coming right up - June 23 - we'd hate for you to miss out!! :)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-2281472312174161462009-06-17T07:00:00.001-04:002009-06-30T14:35:34.841-04:00Instructor Spotlight: Julia AstonAre you all ready for a great time?!! I sure am and I am so excited to present another Instructor Spotlight today for Stamping Around Connecticut! If you ever on <a href="http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/?">Splitcoaststampers</a> (SCS) I'm sure you are familiar with <a href="http://createwithjulia.blogspot.com/">Julia Aston</a> (<a href="http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=93535">artystamper</a>) - she's such a sweet presence there! And talent . . . just take a look at her gallery to see how amazingly talented she is! Here's a bit about Julia "in her own words:"<br /><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span><blockquote face="georgia"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKhpvr0ku2sqDEkamT2g5BwEI9u39pxacGGwtC_HOU5j3WFlf1hxijvun-LzKamDcgFgqAt7_ehG8xw91HwmU0sYjQjGABxnbz7sVyQci6ReUrgyy82hvfXgTyezvv3R7SK_qTQ7prdtLK/s1600-h/Julia+6+080001.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 215px; height: 220px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKhpvr0ku2sqDEkamT2g5BwEI9u39pxacGGwtC_HOU5j3WFlf1hxijvun-LzKamDcgFgqAt7_ehG8xw91HwmU0sYjQjGABxnbz7sVyQci6ReUrgyy82hvfXgTyezvv3R7SK_qTQ7prdtLK/s320/Julia+6+080001.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348275403751721746" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:100%;">Like most people I got hooked on card stamping after attending a Close to My Heart home party followed closely by a Stampin Up Party! Shortly after that I found Split Coast Stampers (I'm artystamper) and started participating in the daily challenges. I work full time as an Admin. Assistant at a Boston Hospital, have a grown son who lives nearby and a wonderful husband who always makes nice comments about all the cards I show him! I have a blog (<a href="http://www.createwithjulia.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">www.createwithjulia.blogspot.<wbr>com</a>) that I post to at least 4 times a week and I teach a stamping class once a month at the Papertree in Manchester, NH. I stamp mostly late into the night after work. I love, love, love, card and craft stamping and I look forward to meeting you all at the weekend workshop!<br /></span></blockquote>Just wait until you see the adorable projects Julia has put together for Stamping Around Connecticut - it will make your heart soar! *wink* *wink*<br /><br />See the <a href="http://newenglandstampers.blogspot.com/2009/06/connecticut-registration-deadline.html">post below</a> for some important information about the registration deadline - can't wait to see you in CT!! :) Oh, and if you haven't already - check out the <a href="http://www.4shared.com/file/111636946/9f0f22d6/VT_Brochure.html">Stamping Around VT Brochure </a>- our teacher line-up is AMazing! :)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-81132431066845826282009-06-16T14:57:00.003-04:002009-06-30T14:35:34.841-04:00Connecticut Registration Deadline<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio5czKsCJq4W6d7jThpSEwHk2CTc4XGGubiaJ8jzjpEx4H1lekRuuD05FcKhyphenhyphen4-YUeGRqs0AXK2B2I5fFi7gKy-xOTRa6zMWuscyzFgwQa4aGRLcHc_fTvERPxUPctSsvM-WjcTpoZ8q3Y/s1600-h/fall_1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348002224008819170" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio5czKsCJq4W6d7jThpSEwHk2CTc4XGGubiaJ8jzjpEx4H1lekRuuD05FcKhyphenhyphen4-YUeGRqs0AXK2B2I5fFi7gKy-xOTRa6zMWuscyzFgwQa4aGRLcHc_fTvERPxUPctSsvM-WjcTpoZ8q3Y/s400/fall_1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />In order to finalize our plans for Connecticut, we need to set a deadline for registration. To hold a place at our CT event, please submit registration forms by Tuesday, June 23, 2009. Feel free to contact Kim or Julie with any questions!<br /><br />Thank you!Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05971317642726987703noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-72160876159535085412009-06-13T18:48:00.007-04:002009-06-30T14:35:48.816-04:00Vermont Registration is Open!!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9kDBS0AcDqQLg60AjsS9_uGR1h9p04ql1mFSqCcWmbMc3TU6uqK1NKogHYeDjO-uTDMlefsavjzopm1Hed-YRVSmiUO-GUmGOp5WtWXuuTQQYqaTTKepSyPlKjpmKDthIrGw9pqZMMFbd/s1600-h/about-inn-center.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 573px; height: 174px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9kDBS0AcDqQLg60AjsS9_uGR1h9p04ql1mFSqCcWmbMc3TU6uqK1NKogHYeDjO-uTDMlefsavjzopm1Hed-YRVSmiUO-GUmGOp5WtWXuuTQQYqaTTKepSyPlKjpmKDthIrGw9pqZMMFbd/s400/about-inn-center.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350608257322779378" border="0" /></a>Welcome to Stamping Around Vermont! Our Vermont event will take place on September 11-12, 2009 at the amazing <a href="http://www.innatwillowpond.com/">Inn at Willow Pond</a>, located in historic Manchester, Vermont!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.innatwillowpond.com/">The Inn at Willow Pond </a>offers idyllic scenery, charming accommodations, fun activities and a chance to get away from it all. The Inn offers wonderfully furnished, spacious inn suites, a grand wood-burning fireplace, and 20 scenic acres with panoramic views of the Green Mountains. The restored 1770’s farmhouse and main lodge are an inspiring setting for conferences, executive retreats and special events.<br /><br />Space is very limited at the Inn so it's imperative that we receive registrations asap! September is a busy month for Vermont as it's a popular vacation spot, therefore our costs are slightly higher and overnight accommodations sell out quickly. However, we know that you'll be thrilled with not only the beautiful location but also with the classes we have planned and the well-known instructors that will be teaching!<br /><br />Registration, via PayPal or downloadable form, can be found on the right side of our site. Feel free to leave us a comment if you plan to attend and want us to hold a spot or email either Kim (<a href="mailto:kim@stampingaround.com">kim@stampingaround.com</a>) or Julie (<a href="mailto:julie@stampingaround.com">julie@stampingaround.com</a>) with questions!<br /><br />Prices and registration deadlines listed below (costs include overnight accommodations, breakfast and lunch, and participation in five fantastic stamping classes)! <strong>*Note*</strong> 1) the rooms at the Inn are suites so all are roomy and comfortable. 2) The amount of single rooms at the Inn was minimal and cost would have been $315, therefore, we're offering all doubles. Please contact us asap if you have a need for a single room.<br /><br /><strong>DEADLINES</strong> - Hotel room registration/confirmation - <strong>June 30, 2009</strong> (We can receive payment <em>after</em> June 30 but we must know if you need a room by this date).<br /><br />Stamping Only - <strong>August 10, 2009. </strong>After August 10, 2009 - space will be reserved based on availability.<br /><br /><strong>**Please note** -</strong> Registration fees are non-refundable after August 10, 2009. However, if we are able to resell your spot, then we will be happy to offer a full refund!<br /><br />Double - $240 - Two to a room (14 rooms available)<br /><br />Triple - $230 - Three to a room (8 rooms available)<br /><br />Quad - $213 - Four to a room (2 rooms available)<br /><br />Stamping Only - $140 - No overnight accommodations<br /><br />We are sooo looking forward to seeing you in Vermont and are looking forward to another amazing stamping weekend getaway! And please feel free to pass the word on to friends and family about our events, your support is truly appreciated! Thank you!Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05971317642726987703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-27598548415370865132009-06-10T08:48:00.009-04:002009-07-02T18:37:50.340-04:00Instructor Spotlight: Donna-Marie CecereI thought we'd start giving you a little sneak peek at the teachers lined up for <a href="http://newenglandstampers.blogspot.com/2009/06/connecticut-registration-is-open.html">Stamping Around CT</a> - have you registered yet??? Remember space is limited so don't wait too long - we'd hate for you to miss this fun weekend! Gather up a few girlfriends and make a girls weekend out of it - or, bring along the hubby and enjoy <a href="http://centennialinn.com/">Inn's</a> beautiful setting and great location!<br /><br />Today's spotlight is on <a href="http://www.donnamarie.typepad.com/">Donna-Marie Cecere</a>. You will be amazed when you see the depth and beautiful layers of Donna-Marie's cards! She has a unique knack for combining elements that just "work" together!! Here's<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9xQ2miA9RFiMbtwY2kMMt0CsAAqE9abBLls1Fuug0GKcCUiz5YantVRi0apzJ0Uhuh2jE4g6k2WXeZ1z-HXFSWHqRTtBr__uf69CuI369DmKeEyukPrpJvB2YOP5lvbuAarBMDjLuizfk/s1600-h/6a0111683bdb6d970c01127901c71728a4-150wi.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345688950680992018" style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; width: 150px; cursor: pointer; height: 201px;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9xQ2miA9RFiMbtwY2kMMt0CsAAqE9abBLls1Fuug0GKcCUiz5YantVRi0apzJ0Uhuh2jE4g6k2WXeZ1z-HXFSWHqRTtBr__uf69CuI369DmKeEyukPrpJvB2YOP5lvbuAarBMDjLuizfk/s320/6a0111683bdb6d970c01127901c71728a4-150wi.jpg" border="0" /></a> a little background info from Donna-Maria:<br /><br /><em>I have spent my entire life being "crafty!" My first scrapbook was when I was a Girl Scout and took a trip to Washington, DC (sometime during the Ice Age! LOL!). With all of this creative energy, I decided to choose a career in design. I chose Fashion Design and graduated from Massachusetts College of Art with a BFA. I woned and operated Donna-Marie's Bridal Designs in Boston for several years. The decision to close i and pursue teaching was a much needed change. I wanted to be a part of my daughter's life on a more full-time basis. I have since then been teaching art and design for over 10 years (both high school and college) and could not be happier! I have also been working, teaching, and designing at </em><a href="http://www.whollyscrap.com/"><em>Wholly Scrap!</em></a><em> in North Hampton, NH for four years. I have taughte at CKU in Manchester and recently started my own blog, </em><a href="http://www.donnamarie.typepad.com/"><em>Donna-Marie</em></a><em>.</em><br /><br />We're thrilled to have Donna-Marie joining us, please stop by her blog and welcome her to our event, and can't wait to see what she has in store for us!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-7337614257075111612009-06-08T08:28:00.006-04:002009-06-23T15:26:16.998-04:00Connecticut Registration is Open!!!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE2_KoNrWSODu5lGHzxywYGHLwPzITn1cRLFMpGzDivmCmqToE2HRnwfOb5Kqbnp68j9hx2srVfyFErHhC5Ny890iFOnMGFDdCXtyszYSufUEWRvgK_io9YbpUQO-PvgsfrTbrVQLC0fPp/s1600-h/summer.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE2_KoNrWSODu5lGHzxywYGHLwPzITn1cRLFMpGzDivmCmqToE2HRnwfOb5Kqbnp68j9hx2srVfyFErHhC5Ny890iFOnMGFDdCXtyszYSufUEWRvgK_io9YbpUQO-PvgsfrTbrVQLC0fPp/s320/summer.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350606524696726210" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">ETA: The links to the Registration Form and the informational brochure have been added to the sidebar. We will add the remainder of the teacher's names once the plans are finalized! </span><br /><br />Good morning all my stamping friends! We're finally ready to open registration for Connecticut! Yippee!! <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 153);">Edited - Oh yeah, the dates of the event!! It's on July 10-11 (first class will be held Friday evening and all other classes on Saturday)<br /></span><br />Our hotel location is The Centennial Inn & Suites in Farmington, CT. The lovely Inn is nestled on 12 beautiful wooded acres in the Farmington River Valley of Connecticut. The perfect New England hotel offering charm, history, spacious rooms, warm, friendly service, outdoor pool, fitness center, meeting space, and so much more. See more about the Inn <a href="http://www.centennialinn.com/">here</a>. It's a beautiful hotel and I can't wait to spend two days there stamping!!<br /><br />For payment, you'll see the Paypal button over on the right hand side with a few options, which I'll explain below: (These rates include all costs and cover room, food, classes, etc.!)<br /><br />1) Single room - $230 - This is a one bedroom suite that you'll have all to yourself (unless you'll be bringing your hubby!)<br /><br />2) Double room - $180 - This is a one bedroom suite with separate living room area that is large enough for two people (either two queens or one king/queen and a queen full out sofa)<br /><br />3) Triple room - $170 - This is a two-bedroom loft that can fit up to four people. For this cost, there would be three to a room. (Two bedrooms and a full out sofa)<br /><br />4) Quad room - $155 - This is the same two-bedroom loft, with four people in the room vs. three<br /><br />5) Classes only - $105 - This is the cost to only attend the classes, no overnight stay at the hotel<br /><br />Since we're a little short on time, we'll need to get our final reservations over to the hotel soon so sign up asap....space is limited!!<br /><br />We'll be sharing our instructor bios and details on our sponsors shortly so be sure to keep checking back for those exciting details!<br /><br />And...we'll have registration open for Vermont soon too! Details on Philadelphia on the horizon...<br /><br />Who is ready for an amazing stamping weekend!?<br /><br />PS - Oh, and feel free to grab our badge for the right hand side of the blog to use on your blog to help us promote the event!Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05971317642726987703noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-26257273307202061362009-06-05T11:37:00.002-04:002009-06-30T14:35:34.841-04:00Connecticut Hotel Location ChangeMorning ladies! I have good news and hopefully more good news! :-) The good news is that we have found a wonderful, quaint location that will less expensive than the chain hotel we were looking at in Trumbull. However, we have had to move a little further away from Trumbull than we had hoped. The new hotel (I'll hold off on the name until I've actually signed the contract!) is in Farmington, CT. About 30 minutes from Hartford, right off of Route 84. For those of you who are already holding a spot, does this still work for you? I hope, hope, hope so! This new location is so much nicer than our original spot and I am so excited!<br /><br />Ohhh....and....We've got a wonderful inn reserved for Vermont as well!! We'll have registration open for both locations shortly...Details on Philadelphia coming soon!<br /><br />Please contact asap if there are any issues with the new CT location and stay tuned for news of the hotel!Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05971317642726987703noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-55163443903376385592009-06-01T15:12:00.003-04:002009-06-30T14:40:38.334-04:00Have You Missed Us?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_UaT2CMBjafghlhvJEr9uLG_0CbjgHHgZods2P4_UkWsQ1uFUNoSQJm1hS4Ur9wo8QEm4pEcCsiboQRda1vsjOkF20Fj2au1ptJWv6o3BJ-7BGlg0BIu4EHxvdzkdkqFSxCSwOR6UQuIt/s1600-h/SABanner.gif"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342440475537161410" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 50px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_UaT2CMBjafghlhvJEr9uLG_0CbjgHHgZods2P4_UkWsQ1uFUNoSQJm1hS4Ur9wo8QEm4pEcCsiboQRda1vsjOkF20Fj2au1ptJWv6o3BJ-7BGlg0BIu4EHxvdzkdkqFSxCSwOR6UQuIt/s400/SABanner.gif" border="0" /></a>Do you all think we've fallen off the face of the earth? :-) We promise, we haven't and we've been hard at work thinking, planning, and prepping for our future events! (Oh, and I've been in the middle of a major house move, which was just completed last week!)<br /><br />The good news is that we've picked at date for our Connecticut event...drum roll please....It's July 10-11!!! We're waiting on the final venue confirmation, which we're hoping will be in Trumbull, CT. If that hotel doesn't work out then our plan to find another location in the same general area.<br /><br />Drop us a line if you want us to hold a space for you at the CT event and we'll share specific details asap!!<br /><br />Oh, and check out our company logo...what do you think? :-) Our new web site should be up and running soon!Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05971317642726987703noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-91369339434017988982009-04-24T10:01:00.002-04:002009-06-30T14:41:01.806-04:00Checking In...Hi all! We wanted to post a quick note to let everyone know that we have received your emails and have penciled in everyone's names for the appropriate Stamping Around locations!! Thank you so much for your interest...we are so excited for our upcoming event in Connecticut! <br /><br />The date we're considering is June 19-20 so block off that weekend in your calendar! Location TBD but we should have more details on that next week!<br /><br />Stay tuned...Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05971317642726987703noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-63179220521952039312009-04-15T07:00:00.003-04:002009-06-30T14:44:45.065-04:00Who's Ready for More??<p>Is there anyone out there?? I hope you all subscribed or are watching this blog because we are working on future events and need your input!!<br /><br />During the Stamp NE event in March, we mentioned that we would host more events throughout the year and we've got four more weekends in the works!! Listed below are the next cities and dates. (We're still working on exact dates but these are the general timeframes)<br /><br />-Connecticut (New Haven/Danbury area) – Late June/early July<br />-Mid-West (St. Louis) - Mid-August<br />-Vermont (Manchester) - Mid-September<br />-Philadelphia – Early November</p>Specific locations, e.g. which hotel, have not been finalized but this is where we need your help! Each event format will be similar to Portsmouth, although we are considering including a full day of exhibits on Friday, if we have an interest from vendors, and we anticipate that the cost would be in the $200-250 price range for double-occupancy. <span style="color: rgb(153, 51, 153); font-weight: bold;">ETA: Just to clarify the total cost for the weekend would be in this price range - not just the room cost. </span>For an example of hotels we're considering, we would like to secure the <a href="http://www.equinoxresort.com/">Equinox Resort </a>in Manchester, VT for our September event. If you are unfamiliar with the area or the Resort, please take a look at their <a href="http://www.equinoxresort.com/">website</a>. This is a superb location and there are many wonderful amenities offered at the resort - what a fabulous girls getaway weekend or a nice time to spend away with your spouse!!<br /><p>After selling out our Portsmouth event in four days we know the interest is high and many of you told us you would definitely attend future events! With each of these events, we must guarantee a minimum number of rooms and would like to open each event to 50-100 attendees. Therefore, we are looking for a response to gauge interest in each city. Please leave a comment here or email us (<a href="julie@stampingaround.com"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">julie@stampingaround.com</span></a>) and indicate if you are interested in more information only or if you would definitely like to attend. We're be more than happy to hold a spot for you!! More information regarding classes, teachers and specific cost and dates will be coming soon so please do check back often!<br /><br />Thanks so much for your interest! </p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-16871751301203327032009-03-19T23:10:00.003-04:002009-06-30T14:42:52.510-04:00Sponsor Spotlight: Our Craft Lounge<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhRSOCKkxs4SqOYy-QF1Z1Ms6xao-4kV0z_BzvwqfyRwsGf_fstZ21uIz7EIxW4tTbx99HeLwjwhA4ilJ8Ztt_JtLKqYJuYpuqggQcgDyFNKx28YuQi2mpeLVpKlq7aDtPb2yMhDDLqWrl/s1600-h/For+the+Love+of+Trees.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhRSOCKkxs4SqOYy-QF1Z1Ms6xao-4kV0z_BzvwqfyRwsGf_fstZ21uIz7EIxW4tTbx99HeLwjwhA4ilJ8Ztt_JtLKqYJuYpuqggQcgDyFNKx28YuQi2mpeLVpKlq7aDtPb2yMhDDLqWrl/s400/For+the+Love+of+Trees.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5315107369071900098" /></a><br />I'm taking a quick break from packing to thank one more sponsor for this weekend's stamping retreat its <a href="http://www.ourcraftlounge.net/">Our Craft Lounge</a>!!<div><br /></div><div>Joy, Cami and Kimberly launched Our Craft Lounge in November and since then, it has taken off in a simply <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">huge</span> way! Did you see that they recently released <a href="http://www.ourcraftlounge.net/2009-Winter-CHA-Release_c_12-1-0.html">twenty eight stamp sets!</a> Just <a href="http://cambriaturnbow.blogspot.com/2009/01/cha-was-awesome.html">take a peek over</a> at Cami's blog at the adorable photos of their booth, I'm so sad I missed it.</div><div><br /></div><div>I just happen to have a *thing* for tree stamps, so this one set "<a href="http://www.ourcraftlounge.net/Crafty-Cling-Rubber-Stamps--Tree-mendous-Love_p_8.htmll">Tree Mendous Love</a>" was a must have for me!</div><div><br /></div><div>In addition to having adorable and fun stamp sets, the owners of OCL are just great people! They were only way too happy to sponsor Stamp New England. They sent Cindy a very sweet, sweet prize package and one of you is going to be going home with some Our Craft Lounge all for yourself!</div><div><br /></div><div>Now, everyone.... back to packing! giggle!</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13050278803435355215noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-84137762742694746952009-03-18T12:40:00.004-04:002009-06-30T14:37:19.173-04:00Its Almost time to STAMP New England!!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:Calibri;font-size:15;" ><div>Hope you're all getting excited for Stamp New England as we're all in our final preparation modes! I went over to Karen's house the other night and we literally cut HUNDREDS of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Nesties</span>. We do have one last sponsor spotlight to write, which I should hopefully have done for you for tomorrow in the meantime, a few final details</div><div><br /></div><div>1) Friday night’s project is a make and take station. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">It will be available from 5:30 to 7:30 pm</span>. We’ll have light snacks available and would love to catch up with you. However, the event will be B.Y.O.B., so if you’d like to bring along a little adult beverage feel free! After 7:30pm, we’ll be packing up the Make and Take and heading into Downtown Portsmouth for a bite to eat. There are several restaurants in the area. Kim is working with the Inn on a list of recommended restaurants and we can designate a post dinner meeting place for anyone interested in meeting up afterwards for cocktails!</div><div><br /></div><div>2) <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 153);">ETA: </span> The Inn does have enough parking spaces for people registered and staying overnight. Those of you coming for Saturday only, however, will need to use the public lots which are within walking distance (there is on-street, metered parking but it is strictly enforced so use this at your own risk!) . Please be sure to <a href="http://www.siseinn.com/location_directions.html">check the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Sise</span> Inn Website for directions</a></div><div><br /></div><div>3) We've been working on updating the Supplies list. Please be sure to <a href="http://newenglandstampers.blogspot.com/2009/02/supplies-to-bring.html">check that post</a> as it has been updated over the last few days. Don't forget your <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">nametag</span> **hint**, I'm off to print out some swaps for Karen's Sketch Swap and buy some chocolate for Lauren's chocolate swap. (yum, note to self, don't eat the candy before the chocolate swap.) </div><div><br /></div><div>4) Swaps! I just noticed that 10 people did sign up for swaps. If you signed up to do the card swap, please don't space on your creations, there are still a few days if you've signed up and forgotten! ;-)</div><div><br /></div><div>5) Most importantly, get ready to have fun and don't forget your camera! Can't wait to see you all! HUGS!! </div></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13050278803435355215noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-28716330118966542622009-03-17T14:00:00.000-04:002009-06-30T14:37:19.173-04:00Sponsor Spotlight: Beacon Adhesives<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDjiFxzZhgdwqK2PWigUyhyGENsNwrxmtd7DuvttOJx8rF6uKgIvCjPaU0cqTcTWIn76chUdLbb7M5VMXyT0TjexH3zRaJhrZn_LYZy6yKp9iDnKQ0JPa8-Uk69acv2JuvnUQ7JFeSiRp-/s1600-h/beacon.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 108px; height: 110px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDjiFxzZhgdwqK2PWigUyhyGENsNwrxmtd7DuvttOJx8rF6uKgIvCjPaU0cqTcTWIn76chUdLbb7M5VMXyT0TjexH3zRaJhrZn_LYZy6yKp9iDnKQ0JPa8-Uk69acv2JuvnUQ7JFeSiRp-/s320/beacon.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313955798758213522" border="0" /></a>What a special treat we have for you ladies!! When I attended CHA Winter 2008 I was able to take a few classes. In one of those classes we were given a bottle of <a href="http://www.beaconcreates.com/cgzip.html">Zip Dry</a> paper glue. Oh my goodness is this stuff amazing!!!! I hope I'm not the only one out there . . . but I am not a patient crafter, I do not like to wait for things to dry!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.beaconcreates.com/cgzip.html">Zip Dry</a> is the best - it works great for paper crafts because it doesn't make the paper pucker and buckle, it dries super fast and clear, it's acid & lignin free and if you get it on your fingers it rolls right off! I love this stuff and I'm super excited to be able to share some of these great benefits with you! <br /><br />The folks at <a href="http://www.beaconcreates.com/index.html">Beacon Adhesives</a> responded so quickly when we requested a donation, and they were amazingly generous! 3 more sleeps!! :)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-33302888932444832082009-03-17T07:00:00.000-04:002009-06-30T14:37:19.174-04:00Sponsor Spotlight: Beth Silaika<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdSaHGODtqrTLiVHdaQgkuDpEFBNFFlRarAswNVw_UAtVE502l2x42GOZ_zPnuVlj4ZiDGglfeS8N6OVMuOjBaVpabgaXaoNot3pykrq1rikBVBAFLJBqWLzsBefVr4jMWRk0qGz8u_1kI/s1600-h/freckledandfunlogo200.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 218px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdSaHGODtqrTLiVHdaQgkuDpEFBNFFlRarAswNVw_UAtVE502l2x42GOZ_zPnuVlj4ZiDGglfeS8N6OVMuOjBaVpabgaXaoNot3pykrq1rikBVBAFLJBqWLzsBefVr4jMWRk0qGz8u_1kI/s320/freckledandfunlogo200.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313949563221566514" border="0" /></a>I have just a few more sponsors to share with you . . . phew it was close to get them all in!! :)<br /><br />Who doesn't know Beth Silaika of <a href="http://freckledandfun.blogspot.com/">Freckled and Fun</a>??! She's everywhere! An amazing designer of web & blog banners and custom watermarks, a brand new stamp designer for <a href="http://papertreyink.com">Papertrey Ink</a>, the host of a weekly challenge on SCS and a design team member of Hanna Stamps and Scor-Pal! Plus, she is the mother of 6 children, how's that for busy!!<br /><br />Beth lives in beautiful upstate NY (in my old "neck of the woods") and we're hoping will be able to attend our next event! She was so sweet to send us a door prize for this event!! Go check out her blog and see the beautiful designs she offers, like <a href="http://freckledandfun.blogspot.com/2009/02/watermark-menu.html">these watermarks</a>, and <a href="http://freckledandfun.blogspot.com/search/label/blog%20banners">blog banners</a>! Thank you so much Beth!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5984715490501106945.post-26580588136552589992009-03-16T16:08:00.004-04:002009-06-30T14:37:19.174-04:00Sponsor Spotlight: Scor-Pal!<div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYSnQRJUlF_7aasCvOUIKdues9jJeN3rCIsX0UmEhEkVIcxSGYtVlcH-Hol59Y9-0LMQs0KkBvoK0UPP20qINd9CpXtaXZAhA1RzDCABjWcbusgpUsmTQ9Ru0rNdn0jv7nA7o6QYVbfxfp/s1600-h/scor-pal-symbol.thumbnail.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: left; cursor: pointer; width: 128px; height: 57px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYSnQRJUlF_7aasCvOUIKdues9jJeN3rCIsX0UmEhEkVIcxSGYtVlcH-Hol59Y9-0LMQs0KkBvoK0UPP20qINd9CpXtaXZAhA1RzDCABjWcbusgpUsmTQ9Ru0rNdn0jv7nA7o6QYVbfxfp/s320/scor-pal-symbol.thumbnail.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313882081081278562" border="0" /></a><br /></div>Yup, you saw that right, the one and only <a href="http://www.scor-pal.com/">Scor-Pal</a> is a sponsor for our event!!! Isn't that cool?! I'm telling you I just love this company! Even though I do not know <a href="http://www.scor-pal.com/aboutus/index.htm">Diana</a> personally, I think she must be one of the nicest, most generous people out there!! I have heard those who know her say this about her and noticed that <a href="http://www.scor-pal.com/">Scor-Pa</a>l is always willing to donate to a good cause (did you all know that on the Stamping cruise last October Scor-Pal donated a <a href="http://www.scor-pal.com/">Scor-Pal</a> for EACH person?! Amazing!!!). Diana was one of the first people to respond willing to donate to our event!<br /><br />Ok, so we know they are generous, but they also have a <span style="font-style: italic;">fabulous</span> product!! I have mine sitting right on my de<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiseeSFTGnJPiB4CLepcj9KLWBmuMOXKKtC04o_eGddJUBbxFYb0bbBdxd-C6awOi7MclcJrGeyOb0CR1UJeGfuuHmrbJHh_q4zDHCOqnwAfotX0vcraJrJ3KbuqQhY_7dMSJL28bGG4mdL/s1600-h/MFTIdol+close.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 248px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiseeSFTGnJPiB4CLepcj9KLWBmuMOXKKtC04o_eGddJUBbxFYb0bbBdxd-C6awOi7MclcJrGeyOb0CR1UJeGfuuHmrbJHh_q4zDHCOqnwAfotX0vcraJrJ3KbuqQhY_7dMSJL28bGG4mdL/s320/MFTIdol+close.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5313882482079853266" border="0" /></a>sk and use it every day! Having perfectly straight cut and scored cardstock is important to me! <a href="http://www.scor-pal.com/">Scor-Pal</a> makes it so easy to add scored embellishments to any project, it makes whipping up one of Lauren's <a href="http://papertreyink.com/timeless_templates.html">My Timeless Templates</a> a breeze and have you seen all the wonderful <a href="http://scor-pal.com/projects.htm">projects</a> they have on their website, complete with instructions? There are so many things that you can do with a Scor-Pal!! Plus, they have Scor-Tape - the best strong adhesive out there!<br /><br />Thank you so much to Scor-Pal for your generous donation to our event!! :)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807616738822587210noreply@blogger.com4