January 2017 Bloom Box - Fun Stampers Journey Sneak Peek

Happy Mail for the subscribers of the monthly subscription Fun Stampers Journey Bloom Box kit.    It will be billed to your credit card on the 1st of January and shipped shortly thereafter. 

Here's the sneak peek of the kitted cards (four to the box) and the full stamp set called My World:

Subscription is $24.95 a month plus tax and shipping.   The subscription is for six months and start in the month you sign up in.   If you sign up now, you will receive the December Bloom Box Kit now and then on the 1st you will be billed for the January Kit (your 2nd kit).   So if you want to wait to start with the My World - January 2017 Bloom Box, please sign up via my business website no earlier than the first of January.  

I really enjoy the kits.   Each one includes everything I need to make 4 beautiful cards with the exception of the inks and the adhesives needed.

Hal and I are on vacation this week (staying home and doing things here that need to be done including some much needed R&R for both of us).   I'm still responding to e-mails and helping with orders, so please don't hesitate to contact me if you have questions.    The brand new mini catalog went out in the mail today to my customers (anyone who has placed a minimum of $50 order through me during the last six months).  It was so nice, there was no line at the post office.

Looking forward to the new year and all the new products in our new mini catalog along with this wonderful Bloom Box kit.  

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Sneak Peek of the New Mini Catalog

I know many of you watched the video I posted the other day from Richard Garay where he shows the new Bloom This Way Inspiration and Mini Catalog.   But I thought, like me, you might want to take a bit more time and view this great new catalog on-line at your own pace.

Click Here to View Catalog On-line

All new items will be available as of January 1, 2017.    The Magical Journey Collection that is in the last half of the catalog is available now as it is part of our current catalog also.

Reminders:

Fun Stampers Journey Holiday Hours:

Journey Station Holiday Schedule
In observance of the holidays, the Journey Station will be closed Jan. 2. Please note that Coach Support will not be available on this day. The Journey Crew will be spending time with family and resting up to be ready for an amazing 2017 for you!

Warehouse Year-End Inventory Schedule
The warehouse crew will be busy with year-end inventory and quality management efforts on Dec. 28-30. Orders will not be shipped on these days. All orders placed on Tuesday, Dec. 27 by 3:00 p.m. CST will be processed immediately. The Journey Station and Coach Support are open to assist you with other needs.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

News and a Sneak Peek From the New Mini Catalog

First I will do the Sneak Peek .... love our new Sparkle Tape (self adhesive back/sparkle front) to the tape.   It can be torn or cut to the length you need.

Card front using:

Journey Brushed Gold Card Stock   CS- 0134

Pomegranate Splash Card Stock   CS-0027

Licorice Sparkle Tape  AC-0257

Lemon Sparkle Tape AC-0256

Whip Cream Sparkle Tape AC-0258   (NEW) 

Heart Strip Die DI-0267  (NEW)

(die was on my blog Wednesday)

Close up of the 3 Sparkle Tapes.

So much sparkle and color - photo doesn't do it justice.

NEW items available as of January 1, 2017 through my business website. 

Richard Garay did a live feed on Facebook and shows the new Bloom This Way Inspiration and Trends Mini Catalog page by page that premieres January 1, 2017.   Lots of fun ideas and samples too in the feed.    Click here to view it on Facebook. 

Fun Stampers Journey Holiday Hours:

Journey Station Holiday Schedule
In observance of the holidays, the Journey Station will be closed on Dec. 23, 26 and Jan. 2. Please note that Coach Support will not be available on these days. The Journey Crew will be spending time with family and resting up to be ready for an amazing 2017 for you!

Warehouse Year-End Inventory Schedule
The warehouse crew will be busy with year-end inventory and quality management efforts on Dec. 28-30. Orders will not be shipped on these days. All orders placed on Tuesday, Dec. 27 by 3:00 p.m. CST will be processed immediately. The Journey Station and Coach Support are open to assist you with other needs.

There won't be a blog post from me on Monday.   Going to spend the 3 day weekend with my hubby and enjoy some wonderful R&R with him here at home. 

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Sneak Peek: Sweet Spring Printed Paper

Another sneak peek for you from the new Fun Stampers Journey Mini Catalog that will premiere on January 1, 2017.    Link will be available to view the catalog on-line as of the 1st also.

The Sweet Spring Printed Paper pack is 24 double-sided sheets.   The sheets are 6" x 6".   There are six designs, 4 pages of each.
        Item # PP-0039

 Cover Sheet of the paper pack.

The following photos are just a couple of samples of what is in the pack.

This will go perfectly with the stamp set (Dino Love SS-0417) that was 

designed by David Garay.

David is Richard & Gabby Garay's 2nd to the oldest son.

This sheet will go perfectly with the Campfire Friends Stamp Set SS-0410.

Matching dies:   Campfire Friends Dies DI-0287

OR purchase as a bundle (stamp & die set):   BD-0208

This pattern will be perfect for any Valentine, Anniversary, or card for someone special.  

There are many more patterns/designs in the pack.   These are just a few of my favorites in it.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Sneak Peek Heart Strip Die Set From Fun Stampers Journey

Don't you just love to see "sneak peeks" to get an idea of what is new and exciting from Fun Stampers Journey!!!

We have a brand new mini catalog premiering on January 1, 2017.    This is just one of the many wonderful new products in it.    As a Journey Coach, I was able to order just a couple new items to share with you from this catalog.

The first Sneak Peek is of the Heart Strip Die Set DI-0267.   It is a set of 2 dies.

 This is the die.

Top:   Cut out with the design die only.  Perfect for a card front.

Center:   Easy way to make your own confetti.

Bottom:  Cut out using both the outline and the design pieces of the die.

Die cut design is 5 1/2 x 2 inches.   Perfect for a card front.

In the new catalog (link will be available on January 1, 2017), there are 3 other of these strip style dies:   (all 5 1/2 x 2 inches)

   Stripe Band DI-0264   set of 2 dies

   Hexi Strip DI-0265  set of 2 dies

   Fun Triangles DI-0266   set of 2 dies

These dies are flat/thin dies so will fit in your Fun Stampers Journey Platinum or Amaze Die Cutting Machines.   

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Hanukkah Cards Using Fun Stampers Journey Products - Day 2 of 2

 Front of card

Inside of card

Stamp set used.

I decided on this card to emboss the Journey Brushed Silver Card Stock.   I love how it changes the look and adds to the beauty of the card itself. 

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:

Happy Hanukkah Stamp Set   SS-0129   Set of 8 stamps

Any color blue card stock from Fun Stampers Journey

Journey Brush Silver Card Stock  CS-0135

Whip Cream Card Stock  CS-0040

Black Licorice Ink Pad   IP-0041

Journey Silver Silks IP-0090
Ink Splash Embossing Folder  EF-0008

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Hanukah Cards Using Fun Stampers Journey Products - Day 1 of 2

 Front of card

 Inside of card

Stamp set used

What a crazy week it was last week.   Blogger was having issues (or should I say I was) uploading photos for most of the week.   It really has put me a bit behind.  

I always make Hanukkah cards using blue, silver, and white.   The Journey Silver Silks added a nice touch to the card front too. 

Thank you for checking out my blog.   

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:

Happy Hanukkah Stamp Set   SS-0129   Set of 8 stamps

Any color blue card stock from Fun Stampers Journey

Journey Brush Silver Card Stock  CS-0135

Whip Cream Card Stock  CS-0040

Black Licorice Ink Pad   IP-0041

Journey Silver Silks IP-0090 

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Blogger Issues

Hi ... just a quick note ... Blogger is having issues right now so I am unable to upload any photos to my blog. 

I will post as soon as possible. 

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Sneak Peek Fun Stampers Journey Bloom This Way Inspiration & Trends Mini Catalog

Sneak Peek Fun Stampers Journey Bloom This Way Inspiration & TrendsMini Catalog is valid from January 1, 2017 through March 31, 2017.

I will be mailing copies of this catalog to my customers (anyone who has placed a minimum $50 order through my business website from June 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016).   First mailing will go out right after Christmas and will be sent first class mail.   Catalog link to view on-line will be posted as of January 1, 2017.

The catalog is GREAT.   Wait till you see all of the new items, including a stamp set designed by Richard & Gabby Garay's son, David, who is 17.  The set is called Dino Love (SS-0417) and is on page 14 of the new catalog.   I think it will be a big hit with everyone.

The Magical Journey Collection (Disney Inspired) will continue on through the end of June and is also shown in this new catalog.   I actually worked on two cards from this collection yesterday.   Will post very soon.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Fun Stampers Journey December 2016 Bloom Box Kit (Remaining 2 of 4 cards)

Yesterday and today I am showing you two of the four cards I made using the Fun Stampers Journey December 2016 Bloom Box Kit.

Remember with the monthly kit you get everything you need to make four beautiful cards PLUS a full stamp set.   You just supply the adhesive and inks.

There is a layer of vellum over the stamped background.

Remember that you don't have to follow any of the instructions to the letter.   Want to switch a sentiment out or a color, do it.   The cards kits are yours and being creative with them is part of the fun.

Just a reminder that when you subscribe to Bloom Box it is a 6 month subscription (billed monthly on the 1st and our first kit is the same kit as that month).   So if you sign up now you would receive the December 2016 Bloom Box Kit.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Fun Stampers Journey Bloom Box Cards for December 2016 (2 of 4 cards)

Today and tomorrow I am showing you two of the four cards I made using the Fun Stampers Journey December 2016 Bloom Box Kit.

Remember with the monthly kit you get everything you need to make four beautiful cards PLUS a full stamp set.   You just supply the adhesive and inks.

Remember that you don't have to follow any of the instructions to the letter.   Want to switch a sentiment out or a color, do it.   The cards kits are yours and being creative with them is part of the fun.

Just a reminder that when you subscribe to Bloom Box it is a 6 month subscription (billed monthly on the 1st and our first kit is the same kit as that month).   So if you sign up now you would receive the December 2016 Bloom Box Kit.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Candy Ball Tutorial - Great for any Special Event

This is one of my favorite holiday projects to do, but could be done for any special occasion that you want to serve candy at.

Items needed:

1 sundae cup (or short open vase) to hold the Styrofoam ball
1 Styrofoam ball (usually 5 or 6 inch round ... but will depend on the size that will fit our base)
1 ornament or topper
Hot glue gun
Straight pins with misc color heads to them
3 to 5 lbs of individually wrapped candy (again depends on the size of the ball)
NOTE:   Candy needs to be individually wrapped with the twisted ends.  Usually found in bulk candy bins or candy by the bag.  

Directions:
1,  Fill the base with wrapped candy, ribbon, buttons, ... anything that will match your theme.
2.  Hot glue the Styrofoam ball in place.
3.  Now work from the bottom and work around each row and then start a new row fitting the pieces into place.
          Put a drop of hot glue on one of the twisted ends.
          Hold it up against the ball and pin into place.
          Keep doing this until ball is filled in except for the space on the top.
         Hot glue the ornament top on.  You want it secure.

When finished, add a bow to the base if you would like.

AND don't forget to make a card using Fun Stampers Journey products.

To eat a piece of the candy.   Just twist the end sticking out (wrapper stays attached to the ball because of the hot glue and pin.

Not advisable for homes with small children because of the pins.

Just a bit of holiday tradition from me today.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

TIP: Fun Stampers Journey "Journey Silks" And Gift Ideas

As you may be aware the Journey Silks have a small steel ball inside to help mix up the color.   Always mix well before using.

Some of the Silks (such as the Dark Roast) are a thicker medium.   If you find that the Silks have become too thick, Richard Garay stated that by adding just a few drops of water to the bottle you can thin the Silk.   Be sure to shake well after adding the water.

Christmas Orders:

You still have time to place an order as a Christmas gift. Remember we have beautiful jewelry, planners, pencil sets, and so many craft supplies.   If you have questions or need help picking out the perfect gift, just drop me an e-mail.   I will be glad to help.  

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Some Samples of Our Finished Christmas Cards

The other day I showed you what I was using to make some of our Christmas cards this year.   We have created a couple of different styles this time inside of making all the cards alike.   So there will be Santa Suits, Cocoa Mugs, Rustic and MORE!!!!   These are the cocoa mug ones.

I apologize for the poor lighting on these.   My light box is currently dismantled.   It will be up and running again hopefully by next weekend.   We have been moving things around to make things easier for me to get to.

Added some red color using the Color Burst Pencils to the mug. 

Also added a Pretty Flakes Accent to the center of the mug.

I removed the adhesive back to it and then using craft glue, glued to the mug.

Both versions have the cocoa colored in with Color Burst Pencils.

 There are 3 layers to the sentiment that is placed on the inside of the card.

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:

Christmas Mug Stamp Set AT-0224 (Bloom Benefit)

Christmas Mug Die DI-0234 (Bloom Benefit)

Pretty Flakes Accents AC-0240 (Bloom Benefit) 

Happy Holidays Embossing Folder EF-0009

Journey Rectangles Die Set DI-0041 set of 12 dies

Journey Color Burst Pencils JM-0077

Black Licorice Ink Pad IP-0041

Green Olive Card Stock CS-0113

Whip Cream Card Stock CS-0040

Pomegranate Splash Card Stock CS-0027

Journey Brush Silver Card Stock CS-0135

Craft Glue AD-0111

Journey Foam Squares AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium

Journey Platinum Die Cutting Machine TO=0090 

    OR  Amaze Die Cutting Machine TO-0134

NOTE:  

Since the holidays are such a busy time of the year I may not be posting to my blog 5 days a week this month.   I am checking e-mail daily, so please let me know if you have questions or need help with an order.  

New Mini Catalog - January 2017

I have just ordered the new mini catalog for each of my customers.   They will be shipped to me in a couple of weeks and I will mail them out to you towards the end of the month.   Anyone who has placed a minimum of a $50 order with me during the last six months will automatically receive one at no charge.  Anyone that is new to me as a customer and places a minimum $50 order this month will automatically receive a catalog from me.

As of 1 January 2017, the new mini catalog will be available to view on-line also via my blog and my business website.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Video Tutorial for the December Bloom Box Kit - Fun Stampers Journey

Each month Richard Garay gives us a video of tips and techniques to use while making our cards in the Bloom Box Kit.

Here are the finished cards from the kit for December 2016:

If you are reading this post via e-mail, the direct link to the video is:   https://youtu.be/SfLVjqSzm6I



If you would like to subscribe to the monthly Bloom Box Kit, you may order through my business website (link in my signature).   $24.95 per month plus tax and shipping ... you are billed monthly for each kit .  Includes everything to need to make four beautiful cards.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Christmas Card Sneak Peek

This week has been super busy.   Spent a great deal of the day yesterday making cards, but still have more to go. 

Today I am just going to share a SNEAK PEEK of the card elements we are using for some of our cards this year.   I promise to show the finished product very soon.

Can you visualize what it will look like?   All products used are from Fun Stampers Journey.

Will share soon.   Hope you are having a great week.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Executive Leader
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available