Sunday, December 31, 2023

December 2023 Paper Pumpkin Kit

Yesterday was my first stamping day since before Christmas, and it was both productive and enjoyable.  Oh to have quiet time to myself such a blessing!   

I received my December Paper Pumpkin kit, right around Christmas but hadn't had a chance to open it yet.  When I did, I was simply blown away! The kit called "All The Best", truly is one of the best kits I've worked on this year, and I'm so happy I ordered it.  

Here's what was included in the All The Best December 2023  Paper Pumpkin Kit

The All the Best Paper Pumpkin kit came with enough product to make nine cards.  There were three card designs (three each of three designs), and nine absolutely stunning coordinating envelopes. There were three hand drawn gold embossed floral mats and enough yellow floral pieces to decorate all the cards. The twelve labels were trimmed with gold foil and a package of beautiful blue faceted gem embellishments, a stamp set, a Pebbled Path stampin' spot, glue dots, tear n' tape and an acetate box to hold the finished cards and envelopes. 

Before I share the cards I made from this kit, click here to watch the unboxing video from Stampin' Up!

HERE ARE THE CARDS I MADE WITH THIS KIT:

Although the kit contains enough supplies for 9 cards, I was able to make 19 different cards from the supplies provided and some additional materials I had on hand. 

I'm terrible at following directions so I just began by taking apart all the embellishments and then I cut the card bases into 5 1/4 x 4" mats. I couldn't bear to cut up the envelopes, as they were so beautiful and compliment the cards so well, but if I had I probably would have had 25 cards or more.  When I ran out of the pretty yellow flower embellishments I did some embossing with gold embossing powder and some plain stamping to create backgrounds for the pieces that were left. 

I really enjoyed using the stamp set that came with this kit, especially the sentiments which are perfect for birthday or friendship cards.  Here are the extra materials I used for my cards.  

Card Stock:
So Saffron, Daffodil Delight, Balmy Blue, Whisper White and Gold Foil and Whisper White Envelopes. 

Ink:
Old Olive, Balmy Blue, Daffodil Delight, Momento Black, Versa Mark

Embellishments:
Brass Butterflies, Gold Embossing Powder, Spring Flowers embossing folder (retired). 

















As a Paper Pumpkin Subscriber I'm able to order a kit refill, which I've already done, so I can make more cards using these beautiful materials.  That is one of the perks of being a subscriber.  If you want to know more about Paper Pumpkin give me a call or drop me an email and I'll answer any questions you have.  
Thanks for visiting today and I hope you enjoyed these cards as much as I did making them. 

Happy Stamping! 
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot 

Penny Hanuszak, CDN Independent Stampin' Up Demo 
https://pennyhanuszak.stampinup.net 

Sunday, December 17, 2023

Home for the Holidays - October Paper Pumpkin Kit

Christmas is fast approaching, and I'm almost ready.  How about you?  Are your cards in the mail?  Did you make tags this year?  


I made a lot of different Christmas cards again this year, using different stamp sets and products, but the ones I really enjoyed making were from the October Paper Pumpkin kit - Home for the Holidays.  Last year's Paper Pumpkin winter kits were so awesome, I wasn't sure if they could top them this year, but I was sooooo wrong!  






The Home for the Holidays kit came with enough card fronts, card bases, labels, envelopes, ink, dimensionals, glue dots, and sparkle glue to make at nine cards.  It also had this cute little stamp set which I really love. 

By cutting apart the card fonts and envelopes I was able to stretch the supplies so I actually made 24 cards and still have a couple of odds and ends left over. 

I also combined a refill package called Warm Wishes from the November Paper Pumpkin kit with left over products from the Home For the Holidays kit to make twenty more cards.  Paper Pumpkin monthly subscribers can purchase refills for their favourite kits while supplies last at a very reasonable price. 

Warm Wishes Paper Pumpkin refills for the November 2023 Paper Pumpkin Kit.

Here are some additional pictures of cards I made:






I like to change up the bases and use my coloured cardstocks as they have a little more firmness than the card backers in the paper pumpkin kit.  I used Boho Bluem Lemon Lolly and Sweet Sorbet cardstocks for my bases. I also combined different Christmas themed designer papers like the One Horse Open Sleigh paper.  What fun to mix and match. 

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot

Penny Hanuszak, CDN Independent Demonstrator 

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

FREE SHIPPING - ONE DAY ONLY DECEMBER 14 2023


Don't miss out!  One day only (12:00am to 11:59pm MT) December 14th, 2023, get any order over $100.00 before tax and handling costs, and you'll qualify for free shipping.    

Add my December Hostess code to your order at check out and you'll also receive a free appreciation gift and card from me.  


Click here to shop in my 24/7 online store: 



HAPPY STAMPING!
PENNY TOKENS STAMPIN' SPOT

Penny Hanuszak, CDN Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator

Friday, December 1, 2023

 Welcome to December



My Hostess Code for the month of December is 7TFXEBFD and is active from December 1st to December 31st, 2023.  Anytime you place an online order in my Stampin' Up! shop during that time period with a qualifying amount, you'll earn a free gift from me and a thank you card.  

  • Before placing your order check out all the specials for the month including Clearance Rack, New Products, Online Exclusives, Kits and Last Chance Products so you don't miss out on any other special offers.
  • When you place any order on-line your new products will be shipped directly to your front door.  It usually takes between 5-7 days however in December there can be delays due to weather and or volume of sales, so your order could be delayed.
  • To qualify you must place an order valued from $60 to $199.00 (before shipping, tax and handling)and add my December Hostess Code. You'll receive a share of December's workshop order in the form of a FREE stamping gift. The gifts are always a surprise! 
  • If your order totals more than $200, no worries, you'll automatically receive Stampin' Rewards at checkout based on your order total and will be prompted to enter products adding up to the qualifying amount before you proceed to checkout.
  • My December workshop order closes at noon on December 31st and a new Hostess Code will not be available until January 4th, 2024 when the new mini catalogue and Sale-A-Brations begin.  Your free gift and thank you card will be sent to you by the 3rd week in January.
How to Add the Hostess Code to Your Order:
My Hostess Code free gift offer is only available on Online orders, so if you don't already have an account with me, then you'll have to do that first.  Once you've set up your account here's how you add the hostess code to your order:  

Don't forget to add the Hostess Code because once your order has been closed I can't add it for you, and you'll miss out on your free gift.

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot


Penny Hanuszak, CDN Independent Stampin' Up! Demo



Monday, November 13, 2023

Last Chance Promo - September to December 2023 Holiday Mini

 

Last Chance Products for September to December 2023 Mini 

It's always hard to say goodbye to a Stampin’ Up! catalog but all good things must come to an end.  When that happens, there is always a sale or promotion.  This year it's called the "LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS" sale. 

This end of year Last Chance Promotion runs from 21 November 2023 to January 3rd, 2024, while supplies last.  Some items have up to 60% savings so will sell out really fast.   There is a small number of Last Chance Products that will carry over to next year, so get those that are retiring forever, while you can.



Here's What You Need to Know About this Promotion: 

  • All products are available while supplies last, and there are no purchase limits.
  • Discounted items can be added to a Starter Kit and redeemed as a 50% off item or with Stampin’ Rewards.
  • Only orders opened and closed during the promotion period apply.
  • Stamp sets are not guaranteed during this promotion and are while supplies last.
  • Discounts are automatically applied when sale items are added to any order, including Starter Kits.

SALES PERIOD:

Starts: 21 November 2023 at 12:00 a.m. (MT)  

Ends: 3 January 2024 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

ORDERING DEADLINES

Phone: 3 January 2024 at 6:59 p.m. (MT)   

Online: 3 January 2024 at 11:59 p.m. (MT) 

Last Chance Products List: 

This is a list of everything that is retiring or no longer available once the catalogue is gone on January 2nd, 2024. Not all items on the Last Chance Products List are discounted.  Click here.  For the Excel version, click here .

The Carry Over List:  

The carryover list details the products that will be moving to an upcoming catalog or the online exclusive category.  Click here to see what's carrying over.  For the Excel Version click here.  

Browse In My Online Store: 

If you want to see the items on-line, click here to go to my store and choose the Last Chance Products category.


Click here

Don't forget to add my November Hostess Code to your order if it's less than $200 before shipping, handling and tax, and I'll send you a hostess rewards gift at the end of November. 



HAPPY STAMPING!
PENNY TOKENS' STAMPIN' SPOT 

Penny Hanuszak, CDN Stampin' Up! Demo 


Seasonal Sale Starts at Midnight Tonight

 

Between November 14–16, you can order select products from Stampin' Ups! 2023–2024 Annual Catalog and save up to 20% off your purchases.  But act quickly on this limited time only deal so you're not disappointed.

These select products from the 2023-24 Annual Catalogue will be on sale with the following discounts:

  • 10% off ribbons and trims
  • 15% off inks, including pads, refills, markers, and Blends (excludes bundles)
  • 20% off all papers, including cardstock, specialty paper and Designer Series Paper

Sales Period: 14–16 November 2023

Ordering Deadlines

  • Phone: 16 November 2023 at 6:59 p.m. (MT)
  • Online: 16 November 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT) 

You're going to need to be quick if you don't want to miss out on any of these amazing savings, because this three day only sale ends on 16th November, and all items are only available while stocks last.

If you'd like to see all the items in the Seasonal Sale in one place, click here to view the Seasonal Sale page in my online shop. 

Don't forget to add my November Hostess Code if your order is under $200.00 CDN before shipping and handling and I'll send you a thank you hostess gift at the end of the month.  

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot 

Penny Hanuszak, CDN Independent Stampin' Up! Demo 

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Monday, November 6, 2023

NOVEMBER - START OF A NEW HOSTESS CODE

 

Welcome to November the transitional month between fall and winter.  I've just returned from a long vacation in the Southern Hemisphere, so I'm trying to deal with time changes and going from 40 degree to 10 degrees weather. So bear with me, It may take me a few days to get on board with the changes. 

My new monthly Hostess Code for November is 66APU9FM.  My November Hostess Code promo runs from November 6th to 30th, 2023.  All you have to do to earn the Hostess reward is to add my November Hostess Code to any qualifying on-line order you place in my shop during that time period.   Before placing your order, check out all the specials for the month including Clearance Rack, New Products, Online Exclusives and specials, so you don't miss out on any other special offers. 

When you place any order on-line your new products are shipped directly to your front door and generally arrive within 5-7 days of placing your online order. There's no middle man and you can order 24/7 as my shop is always available when you need it. 

By adding my November Hostess Code to any order you place on my web page that's valued from $60 to $199.00 (before shipping, tax and handling), you'll receive a share of this month's workshop order in the form of a FREE stamping gift. It's always a surprise!   Note:  If your order totals more than $200, no worries, you'll already receive Stampin' Rewards at checkout.  

Once you've applied my Hostess Code and placed your order, I'm notified by Stampin' Up! and will add you to my workshop hostess code list for November.    I  place my order for hostess gifts following the end of the month, and distribute them within the next two weeks to qualifying customers. 

How to Add the Hostess Code to Your Order: 

You must have an online account set up with me as your chosen demo:

  • If you haven't already got an on-line account then go ahead and set one up first and choose me as your Stampin' Up! Demonstrator. 
  • Complete your order and proceed to the Shopping Cart checkout page. 
  • Add this month's Hostess Code in the box provided for same.
Don't forget to add the Hostess Code because once your order has been closed I can't add it for you, and you'll miss out on your free gift.

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot


Penny Hanuszak, CDN Independent Stampin' Up! Demo
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Monday, October 9, 2023

 

Time for you to stock up and save on your favorite Stampin’ Up! products! What’s the big occasion? From 9–11 October, Stampin' Up! is offering FREE shipping on orders subtotaling $100 CAD or more. This incredible deal lasts for three days only, so don’t miss out!

Here's What You Need To Know About This Promotion:

Date:         9–11 October

Ordering Deadlines:


Online: 11 October 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • All order types qualify for this promotion (customer, demonstrator, workshop, and online).
  • Free shipping applies after the qualifying amount (per market) has been met.
  • The minimum qualifying amount to receive free shipping is $100 CAD or more (before tax).
  • If you are using a coupon code or product credit, please remember that they will lower the order’s retail amount. The order must still meet the qualifying threshold to be eligible for free shipping.
  • Free shipping only applies during the three-day period the promotion is live in each market; this means that the order must be opened and closed between 9–11 October.
  • With the exception of a one-time monthly Paper Pumpkin subscription, all Stampin’ Up! products qualify for the promotion. Paper Pumpkin subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount $34.00 CAD shipping included) + tax.
  • Prepaid 3, 6, or 12 month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions are eligible for FREE shipping under the same rules as all other Stampin’ Up! items during the promotion.
The free shipping promotion does not cover the additional cost for expedited shipping.

Note:
Please keep in mind that with any product launch, the distribution center may fall behind our typical shipping timeframes. In such cases, we will do all we can to return to our regular service levels as quickly as possible.

HAPPY STAMPING!
PENNY TOKENS STAMPIN' SPOT


Penny Hanuszak, CDN Stampin' Up! Demo

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ADD THE OCTOBER HOSTESS CODE TO ORDERS UNDER $100 TO EARN A FREE GIFT




Sunday, October 1, 2023

OCTOBER HOSTESS CODE 2023


Welcome to October, one of my favourite times of the year.  I'm starting out the month with a brand new Hostess Code.  Make sure you check out all the specials and my calendar of events at my Online Website: 

Apply my October Hostess Code to any order valued between $60 to $199.00 (not including shipping, tax and handling), and you'll receive a share of that month's workshop order in the form of a FREE stamping gift. (see details below).

Your new products are shipped directly to your front door and generally arrive within 5-7 days of placing your online order. There's no middle man.

Note:  If your order is over $200 before shipping, handling and sales tax, you will automatically be rewarded by Stampin' Up and get to choose free products with the Stampin' Reward dollars you've earned.  


Adding the Hostess Code To Your Order:

The monthly Hostess Code is my way of rewarding my customers who place an order valued between $60 to $199.00 before shipping and handling, and don't qualify for Stampin' Rewards.  If your order is in this range, simply add my Hostess Code for the month when you reach the Shopping Cart checkout on your order. *

It's easy, just follow these steps: 

  • If you haven't already got an on-line account then go ahead and set one up first and choose me as your Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.
  • Complete your order and proceed to the Shopping Cart checkout page.
  • Add this month's Hostess Code in the box provided for same.

Don't forget to add the Hostess Code because once your order has been closed I can't add it for you, and you'll miss out on your free gift.


HAPPY STAMPING!
PENNY TOKENS STAMPIN' SPOT 
Penny Hanuszak, CDN Independent Stampin' Up! Demo 



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