Stamping in the Woods

FREE 30-Day Trial Of My Digital Studio Express!

I am excited to announce a special promotion being offered by Stampin' Up! - a FREE 30-day trial of My Digital Studio Express.  This state-of-the-art paper-crafting software can be used to make greeting cards, scrapbook pages, memory books, and more. Following are some Q and A's about this fabulous promotion.

Q: What digital content comes with the My Digital Studio Express Trial?
A: My Digital Studio Express comes with the same functionality as My Digital Studio, but with less digital content.  Included with MDS Express is one stamp brush set, 12 Designer Series Paper patterns, 81 embellishments, 26 punches, and 5 designer templates.

Q: How do you order the My Digital Studio Express Trial?
A: You can order the MDS Express Trial through my online store at www.donnabagwell.stampinup.net. by using item #129600. You can order the free trial by itself, or you can add it to an order with stamping supplies or digital downloads.  If the MDS Express Trial is the only item you order, you will not be asked for any credit card or payment information.  If you are a new online customer, you will need to set up an account.

Q: How do you install the My Digital Studio Express Trial software after you have ordered it?
A:You can access your MDS Express Trial download through the Downloads section of your account.  Be sure to select Mac or Windows, and the download & install wizards will walk you through the rest of the process.

Q: Can I place a print order with the trial version?
A: Yes.  You will have full access to everything you can do in My Digital Studio for a full 30 days.  This includes full designing functionality, printing, and the ability to order downloads (new downloads are available every Tuesday).

Q: Will the trial last 30 days even if you order it in the middle or end of the month?
A: You can order the MDS Trial at any time.  The trial period is not tied to the calendar.  The trial period will begin as soon as you launch the program, and you will be able to use it for the next 30 days.

Q: What happens after the 30-day trial period is over?
A: When you launch the software after the 30-day trial is over, you will be prompted to enter a product key.  You will not be able to use the software again until you have entered a product key.  You can get a product key by purchasing My Digital Studio or My Digital Studio Express.  The product key prompt will include a link to the software page of MyDigitalStudio.net, which will tell you where to order the software (which will be through my online store at www.donnabagwell.stampinup.net).

Other important points:

• To purchase MDS after the trial period is over, go to my online store and use product code 118108 for MDS, or, product code 124483 for MDS Express.  If you purchase the disc version of MDS, you will need to use the installation disc in order to access the included digital content.  
• You will have continued access to any downloads you purchase during the trial period.  If you choose to purchase the software, you will simply need to enter a product key to be able to use all your downloads like normal.  If you do not purchase the software, you will still have access to your downloads through your download manager, and you will be able to load them to the digital design software of your choice.
• If you don't want to purchase the software at the end of the trial period you can uninstall the software at any time.
• Stampin' Up! has several videos and resources available for you on the Training Section of MyDigitalStudio.net.  I have found this resource extremely helpful when I have questions about the functionality of the software.  

I am so excited that Stampin' Up! is offering you the change to try this fabulous digital paper-crafting software for FREE.  I hope you decide to take advantage of this offer.  If you have any questions, please contact me at donna@idahobagwells.net, or Stampin' Up! at 1-800-STAMP UP. 

RUE DES FLEURS CARD

Here is another photo of a card I saw at Leadership in San Antonio.  It is made with the Rue Des Fleurs stamp set from the 2012 Occasions Mini, page 22, #125487 $23.95 clear mount, #125485 $29.95 wood mount.  The paper used is the Attic Boutique Designer Series Paper from the Occasions mini, page 23, #125407.  This stamp set and Designer Series Paper are so romantic and vintage-looking.  The strips of DSP were adhered to a piece of cardstock, then run through the Big Shot with the Top Note Die.  Then the images were stamped directly onto the DSP - SOOOOO pretty!

Click on the appropriate icons at the left of this page to view the Occasions Mini Catalog, and to place an online order.  Thank for looking.

SEND ME SOARING CARD

One of the highlights of any Stampin' Up! event is all of the cards made by demonstrators that are on display. There is always a huge crowd of demonstrators trying to take photos to use for inspiration when they get home.

This is one of the cards that caught my eye.  Unfortunately, I don't know who made it; if that person sees this post please contact me so I can give you credit.

The colorful diamonds were stamped using the Send Me Soaring stamp set from the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog (page 37, #125442 $18.95 clear mount, #125440 $23.95 wood mount).  I love the color combinations, and clever way the artist used the stamped images.

You can view the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog by clicking on the catalog icon at the left of this page.  To make a purchase click on the Order Online icon at the top left of the page.

Packed For Mom Card

At the annual Leadership Conference there are always lots of "main stage" presentations, by Shelly Gardner herself, Stampin' Up! employees, and demonstrators.  Here is a card from one of these presentations, made with the Packed For Mom stamp that can be found on page 39 of the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog, #125450, $9.95 wood mount.  I think it makes a perfect Mother's Day card.  There are three other "a la carte"  wood-mounted stamps in this series, Packed For Baby #125672, Packed For Birthday #125746, and Packed For Dad #125452.  Each one is is $9.95, and provides a perfect oppportunity for coloring images.

The frame was made using the Curly Label punch.  I will be showing how this is done at a future class, maybe in March.  I also love the colors that were used on this card, as well as the accent at the botton made with the Silver Glimmer paper and the Tasteful Trim die.  Cute, huh?

You can purchase these stamps by clicking on the Order Online icon at the top left of this page.

Some Samples From Leadership

One wonderful thing about attending a Stampin' Up! event is seeing what other demonstrators, as well as members of the Stampin' Up! Corporate office, have created.

Here is a card that was made during a Main Stage presentation.  The card was made with the Just My Type stamp set, which is available in the Occasions 2012 Mini Catalog.  I have seen so many cute cards made with this versatile set.  You can purchase Just My Type, #125564, $17.95 wood mount, or #125650, $13.95 clear mount, through my online store.  Just click on the "Order Online" logo at the top of the left column of this page.

 

COMING SOON - THE SIMPLY SCORED DIAGONAL PLATE

I am excited to tell you about an addition to the Stampin' Up! product line - the Simply Scored Diagonal Plate.  The Simply Scored Diagonal Plate fits nicely on the Simply Scored, and enables you to easily create your own envelopes as well as create backgrounds on your greeting cards and other paper-crafting projects.

The Simply Scored Diagonal Plate was demonstrated at the 2012 Leadership Conference in San Antonio, and we were all thrilled at how easy it is to use.  I have been impatiently waiting for February 20th because today is the day Stampin' Up! demonstrators can pre-order this useful new tool.  Customers can order the Simply Scored Diagonal Plate beginning March 1st.  If you come to my March 17th class you will get to try it out for yourself!

Watch this video to see how the Simply Scored Diagonal Plate works:

 

The Riverwalk, San Antonio - Stampin' Up! Leadership 2012

One nice thing about San Antonio is The Riverwalk.  You can access various area of the Riverwalk by foot - there are steps leading down to it at different places, and there are some beautiful foot bridges so a person can cross to the other side.   I am so glad we had time to explore some of San Antonio and The Riverwalk before the Leadership festivities began!   It is so easy to get around, either by walking or taking a cab.

We took a 45-minute boat tour of the San Antonio River our first afternoon in San Antonio.  Here is a photo I took of my roommate, Reiko, and mutual friend, Anne, as we were beginning the tour.

 

Here is a photo of part of the Riverwalk area.  You can see one of the foot bridges connecting one side of the Riverwalk to the other.  As you can see, The Riverwalk is a very popular area.

 

There are MANY wonderful restaurants that line the Riverwalk.  We made sure to try some of them each night for dinner.

 

There are many amazing sights on the boat tour.  This photo is of tree roots that have surfaced in a very unusual manner.

Leadership In San Antonio

I think it is about time I share some photos I took at Leadership 2012 in San Antonio.  Our first day there we picked up our convention bags, ate lunch at the oldest Mexican restaurant in town, then walked to The Alamo.  This is a photo of me, my roommate Reiko, and Anne standing in front of what is sacred ground to Texans.

 

The next day, Thursday, Leadership events were in full swing.  Here is a photo of the very happy and excited demonstrators in the Lila Cockrell Theatre, which is adjacent to the convention center.  The theme of this year's Leadership event was "My Way".  I overheard many demonstrators saying that this year's Leadership was the best ever - I totally agree.

Happy Valentine's Day!

I want to wish everyone a very Happy Valentine's Day by sharing this card with you.  I got the basic design from a swap card I got at Leadership in San Antonio, but changed up the colors and Designer Series Paper.

This is one of the cards I made for my booth at our local Crafters Mall.  I used some old DSP, Love Letters from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog.  But I also used the new Labels Collection Framelits Die from the current Occasions Mini Catalog.

The recipe:

• Stamp Set: You're My Type, #125650 clear mount, #125564 wood mount
• Paper: Basic Black, Riding Hood Red, So Saffrom, Baja Breeze, retired DSP
• Ink: Basic Black
• Accessories: Big Shot, Labels Collection Framelits Dies, Heart To Heart punch, Basic Rhinestones

I love this new stamp set.  It includes sentiments that can be used for all occasions, not just for Valentine's Day.  Check it out by clicking on the Occasions 2012 Mini Catalog link on the left side of this page.  You can order the stamp set, as well as the new Framelits Dies, by clicking on my online store link at the top of the page.  Remember - because Sale-A-Bration is going on, you can choose a FREE Sale-A-Bration item for every $50 you purchase.  You will also find a link to the Sale-A-Bration catalog on the left side of this page.

 

Take It To Heart card for Margaret

I wanted to make an extra-special Valentine card for my daughter, Margaret.  I chose to use the Take It To Heart stamp set from the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog (#125522 clear mount, #125520 wood mount).

I had so much fun making this card!  I got to play with a new stamp set, and the new Hearts Collection Framelits dies, both from the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog.  There are some incredible new products in the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog - check it out by clicking on the link on the left side of this page.

To make this 5" x 5" card I used the following products:

• Stamp Sets: Take It To Heart, P.S. I Love You (for the sentiment), #125462 clear mount, #125460 wood mount
• Cardstock: Whisper White, Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler
• Ink: Black Stazon, Cherry Cobbler, Baja Breeze, Crumb Cake, Pretty In Pink, Pumpkin Pie, So Saffron, Certainly Celery, Early Espresso
• Accessories: Big Shot, Vintage Wallpaper and Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folders, Hearts Collection Framelit Dies, Fashionable Hearts Embosslits Die, Victoria Crochet Trim, Blender Pen, Sticky Tape, Two-Way Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter

I just love the way this card turned out.  I think Margaret will feel very loved when she opens it.

Valentine For My Grandson

My grandson, David, is 17, which in my mind presented a challenge for creating a Valentine card that wasn't all mushy.  I decided to use the Sprinkled Expressions stamp set from the 2012 Sale-A-Bration catalog.  The set is so versatile, with images of a star, a flower, as well as a heart, plus some sentiments I really like.  You can see the stamp set by clicking on the Sale-A-Bration Catalog link on the left side of this page.

To make this card I also used one of the awesome new products that are introduced in the 2012 Occasions Mini  - the Adorning Accents Textured Impressions Embossing Folders.  There are three different designs; I chose to use the hearts image.  You can view the 2012 Occasions Mini Catalog and the new embossing folders by clicking on the Occasions Mini link on the left side of this page.

I didn't have a "grandson" stamp, so I improvised by using the words, "grand" and "son" from the Family Reunion stamp set (#122712 clear mount, #122710 wood mount) from the 2011/2012 Idea Book & Catalog.  I stamped the word "grand" directly onto the card, then stamped the word "son" on a piece of scrap cardstock, cut out the letters, then adhered them to the card using dimensionals.

The recipe for making this card:

• Stamp Set: Sprinkled Expressions (Sale-A-Bration Catalog), Family Reunion
• Cardstock: Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black
• Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black
• Accessories: Big Shot, Adorning Accents Textured Embossing Folder, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Stampin Dimensionals

Do you think David will like his card?