tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805Thu, 31 May 2012 20:30:45 +0000En FrancaisGifts of ChristmasFright NightAutumn SplendorSummer MiniThree Little WordsSimply Scrappin' Christmas JingleSerene SnowflakesGreat FriendFrench FoliageThe Paper PlayersUncharted TerritoryFor All You DoDefining AlphabetRough TypeVery VersatileHoliday BlitzDasherPetals-A-Plenty Textured Impressions FolderStampin' Up onlyFloralLovely as a Treefaux silkInspired by NatureGod's BeautyManhattan Textured DiePromotionsAutumn DaysBright ChristmasBig Shot EmbossingLattice Bigz DieTree TrimmingsThoughts and PrayersContempo ChristmasSending LoveButterfly PrintsEastern BloomsBe My ValentineRetiring SetsMy FriendHeard from the HeartBlisstechniquesInvitationHoliday Blog HopSt. Patrick's DayBigz XL Flower FoldsWeddingValentineChristmasWinterKing of the GrillGraduationAlways in BloomBaby BundleMojoOn Board EssentialsHappiness SharedCASCreative ElementsDirty DozenFinial Press Embossing FolderOval Scallop FrameThank YouFarm LifeColour QNorthern HeartTropical PartyElements of StyleDelightful DecorationsBeary Best FriendsGrateful GreetingsGratuitous GraffitiDefine Your LifeMedallionscrapbooking video tutorialMasculineSweet Little SentimentsAll-occasion5 in 1 Template BoxWater Color TechniqueNature WalkHouse of HauntsSCFriendshipBranch OutPlant HopeA Little Somethin'Color Spritzer ToolWell ScriptedWandering WordsFalling LeavesBig ShotTutorialButton BuddiesBlog CandyThings I LoveFriends Never FadeMy Digital StudioWonderfully WornWith All My HeartWatercolor TrioStampin' Up Perfect Details Texturz PlateLast Chance ListBuried TreasureDaisies #2Snow BuddiesSPCCTeeny Tiny WishesMatchbox MessagesA Christmas CarolAngelic JoyTags til ChristmasC is for CatStampin' PastelsBells and Boughspaper flowersValentine LoveChic BoutiqueSale-a-brationFifth Avenue FloralEyelet Border Flower TutorialWings of FriendshipIn a WordBecause I CareParty HeartyFun and Fast NotesElements of StylePunch artProud PeacockSail AwayBlissful BridePenny's ChallengesA Good EggSimple Flower EmbosslitWoodgrainThings I Love. Friends Never FadeThe Open SeaTwin TalkStencilsCountry MorningscrapbookingCome to BethlehemTop Note DieGood CheerForest FriendsElegance WheelTiny TagsA Wish for PeaceA Little Bit of MagicFriends 24-7On a PedestalFloral FillersIn WildernessEstablished ElegancePPAFYIAnimal Stories. Circle CircusFox and FriendsJolly Old Saint NickStampin' Up Perfect Polka Dots Embossing FolderDecor ElementsFlowers in SilhouettePDCCFlores SuavesWhimsical WordsStarter KitVideo TutorialTeahousePricelessYou're a GemRub-onsScallop BagPatterned PinesGently FallingBrayeringSweet CentersArtistic Etchingspaper rosestipsPunch PotpourriSummer SolsticeTexturz PlatesVintage VogueGifts of the EarthHello AgainConvention 2011Snow SwirledFrench FiligreeAlwaysWicked CoolTwo Step StampingLexicon of LeavesBackgrounds I Texturz PlatesCircle CircusSizzlits Little LeavesSweet SeasonHerb ExpressionsHave A SeatPerfect PunchesBirthdayXOXORomanticMusic Notes WheelPerfect ChemistryEaster BlossomsNotably OrnateGo GreenRibbon of HopeLook Here Bigz DieGrowing GreenThe More the MerrierBaroque MotifChit-chatElegant Thank YouCinco de MayoValentine DefinedRazzle DazzleEmboss ResistChristmas PunchStampin' RoyaltyDream GardensVintageGreat GradsWelcome ChristmasWinter PostAnimal Stories Teeny Tiny WishesWhimsicalLots of BotsFine FlourishesOCCCA Cute ChristmasLittle FriendsBeary Nice WishesSincere SalutationA Word for YouAwardVery VintageDear FriendFabricSnow Much FunDay of GratitudeFriends RockAnimal StoriesElizabethRecruitingTexture WheelColor Spritzer Tool TutorialA Cardinal ChristmasAwash with FlowersGreenhouse GardenBring on the CakeThoughts of FatherSummer Love Rub-onsStampin' Up Elegant BouquetBella ToileCouragePaisley PrintsBaby BlossomsHoliday BestWindow SheetsFundamental PhrasesNature's NestPony PartyGreeting Card KidsStrength and HopeCherish FriendshipPendant ParkFriends Fur-everPeace WithinBroadsheet AlphabetThank You KindlyClearly for YouGraveyard GalaSpring SongD is for DogGarden from the HeartApple BlossomsScary SkeletonKind and Caring ThoughtsSimply SchachPlease ComeStudio SketchesI {Heart} HeartsFour the HolidaysPaper PlayersGobbleSew SuitePedaling PastSwirls SizzlitChristmas LodgeDream GardenMusic ExpressionsAbundant HopeConvention 2010Fourth of JulyFabulous FloretsStitched StockingsSense of TimeAsian ArtistryHerb ExpressionWedding SweetPeaceful SeasonBigz Scallop Circle DieTwinsPPA Best Dressed ListWorkshopsEchoes of KindnessPlane and SimpleHalloween HootA Peace WithinStampin' Up Perfect Polka Dots Embosslit FolderJust BelieveCrazy 4 ChallengesSoft SummerMatchbox DieKindred SpiritsNot So SeriouslySinceres SalutationsOccasions MiniAnn Schach,a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, specializes in vintage cards. This is a Stampin' Up! only blog offering free tutorials showcasing stamping techniques like distressing and using the color spritzer tool. A Splitcoaststampers Dirty Dozen alum, Ann currently designs for two Stampin' Up! only design teams. Whether it's punches, Stampin'Up! catalogs, new card ideas or cardmaking supplies for which you are searching, this is the blog for you.http://www.stampinchic.com/noreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)Blogger784125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-4158193148182757993Wed, 30 May 2012 12:00:00 +00002012-05-30T10:53:54.141-05:00   Happy Wednesday!  Welcome to the Rita Wright Surprise Blog Hop! I follow Anne Marie Hile in the list of official hoppers! Rita of Rita's Creations, is one of the talented designers at Freshly Made Sketches.  If you know Rita, you know that she is one of the sweetest people you could ever meet.  Rita will be taking a leave of absence for a few months, as she is taking time off to have a http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/congratulations-rita.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)40tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-6569629626653242929Tue, 29 May 2012 04:38:00 +00002012-05-28T23:38:49.731-05:00The last day to order retiring stamps and accessories is almost upon us...and I don't want any of you to miss out on getting that one set that you never ordered, but really wish you had.  To refresh your memory, here are a few more cards made with retiring sets.  Enjoy this blast from the past! S.W.A.K. (120861) Christmas Collage (121279) Clearly for You (W 121911, C 121976http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/more-good-byes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-7238207074771259368Sun, 27 May 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-05-27T03:00:04.533-05:00  It's Sunday and time to play with The Paper Players! This week the lovely and talented LeAnne has a sketch challenge for us...and what a fabulous sketch it is.  When I saw the central circle, I immediately thought of Stampin' Up!'s new Hostess Set, Four Seasons.  Because I wanted to use the warm tones of the Comfort Cafe Designer Series Paper collection, I selected the Fall image.  I hope http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/falling-for-fall-with-paper-players.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)38tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-7914449410440106323Sat, 26 May 2012 02:35:00 +00002012-05-25T21:35:18.691-05:00  Here is a little peek at this week's The Paper Players card.  It features one of the Hostess Sets from the new Stampin' Up! catalog.  I hope you will join me for the reveal on Sunday! Of course, if you need a FREE copy of the new catalog, don't hesitate to email me! I will drop one in the mail for you right away.   Time is ticking away!  Don't miss out on your favorite retiring stamp set http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/peek-at-paper-players.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-8123808518252417636Thu, 24 May 2012 19:30:00 +00002012-05-24T14:30:16.619-05:00In one week, the 2011 - 2012 Idea Book and Catalog will be old news, as the new catalog will go "live" June 1st.  On this hot, Iowa afternoon, the Twins sat down to take a look at the old catalog and some of the retiring sets. Muffy:  Hey, Brody! Mom left her old catalog here on the floor where we can look at it.  She spends so much time looking at her catalog, I wonder what's so cool about it. http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/twins-say-good-by-to-their-favorite.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)35tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-7442223311574565578Tue, 22 May 2012 04:30:00 +00002012-05-21T23:30:53.966-05:00 Sometimes in the midst of all of the excitement surrounding the new customizable Starter Kit, we lose sight of the important points...so here is the low-down! For $99, you can pick out $125 of ANY products in any current catalog. It is FREE shipping (a 10% savings). You also receive 8 catalogs which you can share with family, friends or potential customers, plus business supplies. You get tohttp://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/heres-scoop-on-new-starter-kit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-5467423916471983987Tue, 22 May 2012 04:04:00 +00002012-05-21T23:04:11.812-05:00Time is ticking away...and it won't be long until the retiring stamp sets will be gone.  Over the next few days, we will be taking a look at some of the sets which will be leaving us.  Today's focus will be on a classic set with images suitable for watercoloring or embossing...Uncharted Territory.  This set is suitable for masculine cards which can be clean and simple in design or even cards withhttp://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/saying-good-bye-touncharted-territory.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-1885550475330734990Sun, 20 May 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-05-20T03:00:03.103-05:00 It's Sunday and time to play with The Paper Players. This week the talented Anne Marie is hosting a Clean and Simple Challenge:  Use Polka Dots on Your Clean and Simple Project!  Wanting to stay clean and simple as requested, I steered away from anything vintage and opted to create a delightful paper-pieced baby card.  I hope you enjoy "Polka Dots and Pearls for Baby! The Stampin' Schach http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/clean-and-simple-polka-dots-and-pearls.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-8279151781592957807Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-05-17T03:00:02.561-05:00 It's Thursday and time to play at Pals Paper Arts! This week the talented Margaret Moody designed a fabulous sketch...which I flipped over.  Literally.  I turned it upside-down and created a quick, vintage-style card using the new Comfort Cafe Designer Series Paper and the new Forever with You stamp set, both of which will be available June 1st.  It uses simple design tricks to achieve the http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/home-is-wherever-for-pals.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)44tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-1437840642748632091Wed, 16 May 2012 05:30:00 +00002012-05-16T23:14:47.646-05:00 It Doesn't Get Any Better Than Free My new 2012 - 2013 Stampin' Up! Catalogs have arrived and are ready to be mailed to my current customers and club members tomorrow.  As of this time, I still have twelve extra ready for immediate delivery.  If you do not currently have a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, and would like to receive a completely FREE catalog, please Email Me.  These should arrive http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/free-catalog-and-peek-at-ppa.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-8758282964394310064Sun, 13 May 2012 05:15:00 +00002012-05-13T00:15:55.683-05:00 It's Sunday, and time to play with The Paper Players! This week we have a spirited color combination consisting of beautiful Baja Breeze, eye-popping Poppy Parade, and delicious Daffodil Delight.  I hope you enjoy this bright and cheery birthday card created with these colors and the new Stampin' Up! set, Make a Cake.  I received this set as a "reward" for having new members join The Schach http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/make-cake-for-paper-players.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)38tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-9123896310931989641Sun, 06 May 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-05-06T12:45:22.309-05:00  It's Sunday and time to play with The Paper Players!  This week, the lovely Nance is hosting a theme challenge:  In Celebration of Mothers.  My mother passed away many, many years ago, but I think she would have liked the card I created for her.  She loved Victoriana, so I tried to incorporate that theme into my design aspects, using the fabulous Layered Labels stamp set, which will be http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/memories-of-mom-for-playerslayered.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)45tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-6148743645800742832Fri, 04 May 2012 23:38:00 +00002012-05-05T09:27:12.479-05:00 Freshly Made Sketches is having a Design Team Call.  Some of you may be familiar with this challenge and their talented group of designers.  They  are looking for clean-lined creations.  Unlike clean and simple challenges, they encourage lots of detail and embellishments, as long as a clean look is maintained. They avoid distressing and torn edges, and create with lots of white space and clean http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/freshly-made-sketches-33betsys-blossoms.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)38tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-8081714301513216977Thu, 03 May 2012 17:42:00 +00002012-05-03T12:42:14.732-05:00(Yikes!  Imagine my surprise this morning when the "Muffy's Puppy" blurb was missing from my post.  I had written two drafts of my post, and published the wrong one.  So...here is the scoop on "Muffy's Puppy"!) Poor Muffy Muffy gave birth to a "puppy" Saturday.  She did not eat her breakfast, so I knew something was up.  Muffy always eats her breakfast...and then tries to eat Brody's, too!  I http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/missing-muffys-puppy-post.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-2489337849976528398Thu, 03 May 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-05-03T08:45:58.235-05:00 It's Thursday, and time to play with the Pals at Pals Paper Arts.  This week we are hosting a cheerful "Color Challenge":  Calypso Coral, Baja Breeze, and So Saffron.  How fun is this! I pulled out one of my favorite stamps, Bordering on Romance, and went to town watercoloring! I hope you enjoy today's card...and that you do indeed "Live in the sunshine". The Stampin' Schach Design Tips:  http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/palslive-in-sunshine-and-muffys-puppy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)47tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-68362844693341235Wed, 02 May 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-05-02T03:00:01.471-05:00 It's time to take a little peek at this week's Pals Paper Arts inspiration card.  I hope you will join me for the reveal on Thursday! And speaking of peeks...my Stampin' Up! new catalog pre-order will be arriving today.  I can't wait to play and share with all of you!  Until next time... http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/peek-at-pals.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-6512611604455313472Tue, 01 May 2012 19:21:00 +00002012-05-01T14:21:14.355-05:00 Brody is always sad when a catalog retires Although we have sadly said good-by to the Occasions Mini Catalog, there is a bright spot that has the Twins dancing for joy!  Yippee! We know what is being carried over from the Occasions Mini! Stampin' Up! will be carrying over selected items! Just check out the flyer! Occasions Mini Carryover List If you have questions, just email me.  http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/occasions-mini-carryover-list.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-8251744016434598967Tue, 01 May 2012 18:52:00 +00002012-05-01T13:52:07.084-05:00 With Stampin' Up!'s announcement of their new entirely customizable Starter Kit, I wanted to share with you my Stampin' Up! story.   I was NOT a stamper at all when I purchased my first set of Stampin' Up! stamps in December of 2008.  It was at one of those December garage sales, where people were trying to earn a little extra money for the holidays.  I saw the pink sign stapled to a http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/05/what-i-like-about-being-stampin-up.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-3589459507176390087Sun, 29 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-04-29T03:00:00.337-05:00 It's Sunday and time to play with The Paper Players.  This week the talented Lesley has an awesome Anything Goes Tic-Tac-Toe challenge for us. My card actually completes several of the rows.  It is square, uses ribbon, and uses Designer Series Paper.  But, it also has flowers, is blue, and springy! Of course, the center square can be anything you wish! In my case, it could be glitter...or http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/04/feminine-and-shabby-chic-for-paper.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-5803936932069664556Sat, 28 Apr 2012 03:05:00 +00002012-04-27T22:05:24.543-05:00 It's Saturday, and time to take a quick peek at this week's The Paper Players Design Team card.  It's feminine and shabby-vintage, with just a touch of glitter! I hope you will join me for its reveal on Sunday! Birthday Blog Candy Winner A big thank you is going out to all who left comments and birthday wishes these past two days! I truly appreciated them and the cards which many of you http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/04/peek-at-players-and-blog-candy-winner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-1554644633413137202Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:00:00 +00002012-04-27T01:00:01.296-05:00 Today's card was designed just for me.  I had no color challenges, themes or sketches in mind.  I just wanted to do the techniques that I love...distressing, water coloring with blender pens, and adding tons of pearls.  Although this card may look difficult to make, it is actually easy.  But in all honesty, it is time-consuming.  I hope you enjoy "Forever and Always". The Stampin' Schach http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/04/easy-vintage-and-blog-candy-continued.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)99tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-8492856046692120096Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:37:00 +00002012-04-25T23:37:06.663-05:00 Yep...it happens to me every year.  My birthday.  At my age, I don't really celebrate it in the traditional sense.  There is certainly nothing that I need, and after adding a few pounds this past winter, I can do without cake.  What would give me the most joy on my special day would be to offer blog candy to you.  I hope that you will enjoy some of my favorite sparkly products! We have:  http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/04/sparkling-blog-candymy-birthday-gift-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)114tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-2958704148265402220Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:06:00 +00002012-04-25T09:06:02.957-05:00   The Stampin' Up! Retiring Accessories List is now available...with HUGE discounts! Can you believe the savings!  Don't be disappointed! Order these items today, since they are only available while supplies last!  Just click this link to view the list:  Stampin' Up! Retiring Accessories List. The Retiring Stamps are available until May 31st. Just click this link to view the list of stamps http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/04/retired-accessories-list.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-871622100419949846Sun, 22 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-04-22T03:00:08.740-05:00 It's Sunday, and time to play with The Paper Players! This week the talented and ever-so-sweet Nance Leedy has a delightful sketch challenge for us.  I opted for a quick and easy card, letting the adorable Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper amp up the cuteness factor for me.  I hope you enjoy today's card.   The Stampin' Schach Design Tips:  Bright and Cute This card measures 4-1/4" http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/04/quick-and-cute-smooches-for-paper.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3187212394901914805.post-4792492070637412840Sat, 21 Apr 2012 08:00:00 +00002012-04-21T03:00:05.775-05:00 Here is a quick peek at this week's The Paper Players inspiration card.  It is bright! It is cheerful! It is easy!  I hope you will join me Sunday for the reveal! Retired List Retrospective I am continuing to say good-byto a few of the sets which will be retiring this year.  Today, the focus is on Dasher.  With his elegant, yet hauntingly beautiful, deco styling, Dasher dashed his way to http://www.stampinchic.com/2012/04/peek-at-players-and-retired-list.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Ann Schach)17