I've been on a Self-Imposed Hiatus and Now It's Time for a Reboot............

You may have noticed that I've been out of the blog loop for a few months now, and wondering why I'm no longer participating in challenges or posting as consistently as I was.  The truth is during the Spring I began rethinking where I am in life and what I personally want to do. 

I realized that while I'm enthusiastic and passionate about stamping and creating, I'm also passionate about my family and friends and how I spend my time with them. Let's face it, it's not easy to golf when your mind is working on a project deadline.  So, I made some tough choices and re-evaluated how I want to spend my time.  

My first step towards change, was saying farewell to the Watercooler Wednesday and Creative Circle Design Teams, I'd participated on for the past two years. While I always tried to meet the team challenges with gusto and make each project special and appealing for my followers and the design team, my over zealousness in completing my assignments and balancing other parts of my life totally drained my time and energy.  

I had an awesome journey designing with these groups, expanded my paper crafting skills and meeting many new and wonderful friends along the way.  Hopefully through my blog and my projects I succeeded in sharing these adventures and growth with you.

So what's next?   Is this the end of Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot Blog?  Definitely not.  It's still my stamping forum and will continue but its currently under construction.

So please hang in there and don't give up on me while I go through this metamorphosis.  And, thanks in advance for your patience, encouragement and support.  As always....

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot 

Guess Who's Going to OnStage Orlando November 2018

Can you see my happy feet dancing?  Well they are  and the reason is clear..........I'm registered to go to Stampin' Up!s 30th Anniversary OnStage Live Event in Orlando Florida this November!  Whoo Hoo!  And, to make it all the more wonderful I'm going with some of my awesome downline and fellow stampers from the Fraser Valley area!  I can't wait. 

For me one of the most exciting parts of registration for an event like this is being able to volunteer my time and services while I'm there.  Stampin' Up! offers lots of opportunities for this from Prize Patrol, Make N' Take Volunteers, Demonstrating on OnStage Live and Display Board Presenters.

I'm up for all of that but I'm choosing to volunteer as a Display Board Presenter and to qualify I have to share the following items I've created:

• 3 cards, 
• two 3-D items 
• 1 scrapbook page

Cards:

Abstract Impressions is one of my favourite sets in the Annual Catalogue this season.  What better way to show it off than with the brand new Incolours and Incolour Designer Papers.  I've also paired it with the Eastern Medallions and Stitch Shapes Die Cuts.

I'm also a huge fan of the Painted Harvest stamp set and have made many cards with it this year.  I was so happy to see this set return in the Annual Catalogue.  This was one of my favourite cards, featuring the Gorgeous Grape and Rich Razzleberry Inks.  

I love versatility and this fun hostess set Hand Delivered from the Annual Catalogue has really been fun to create with.  Here I've paired it with the Tranquil Textures designer series paper and Mint Macaroon card stock to create a calm soothing get well card.   

3-D Items:

I love making 3-Dimensional items and this year one of my proudest accomplishments were my mantle scapes.  Here are some pictures of my Fall one which features the Jar of Love Stamp set and Every Day Jar Framelit dies  and the Seasonal Layers Thinlet Dies and Colourful Seasons Stamp Set.  

This accordion fold center piece measures 18" long and folds up into a small package that is held together when closed with a belly band that is also decorated.  My customers have asked me to do a class on this Thanksgiving Mantle Scape and also a Christmas theme one using some sets from the new Holiday Catalogue. If you would like more information on how this Fall Mantlescape was made click on this link:   

My Second 3-D Item is:

This is part of my colour display that I worked on for the Color Revamp this season.  Each panel represents a core colour family - Brights, Regals, and Subtles.  

Scrapbook Page:

This scrapbook page is a combination of the Under the Mistletoe designer paper in the Annual Catalogue and the Blended Seasons Stamp and Stitched Seasons Dies that are on special during the month of August 2018.  

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens' Stampin Spot 

Last of my Holiday Sneak Peeks

I'm back today with the final three videos showcasing some exciting products  from the Holiday Catalogue that will be released on September 5th.  

• Timeless Tidings Project Kit by Stampin' Up! 
• Sincerely Santa Project Kit by Stampin' Up!
• Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder by Stampin' Up!

If you missed the previous previews I posted, no worris just click on either of these links to see the exciting new stuff that's coming soon:

• More Holiday Sneak Peeks 
• Sneak Peeks - Holiday Catalogue....It's Coming 

Happy Stamping!

Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot!

Penny's August Promos:

Click here to see what this Promo Is All About.

Click here to see how you can earn Bonus Day Coupons
to apply towards your September orders.

August Hostess Code PJF34FPF

Want to earn some free product but your order is under $200.00 (before shipping & handling)? Don't worry. You can get a small Stampin' Reward from me just by applying my August Hostess Code to the end of your ON-LINE order.* Note: If your order is over $200.00 please don't use this Hostess Code because you already qualify for your own Stampin' Rewards.  *Gift value is based on the total number of orders and amount of accumulated On-line orders using hostess code #PJF34FPF during this month. 

1 Little, 2 Little, 3 Little Stamp Pads.............Need More?

INK is the cornerstone of stamping.  

Without it you just can't stamp.  Simple as that.  

Building your colour families is a good thing to do in the summer.  Having the right ink colours on hand can make or break a project.  As we approach the Holiday Catalogue season in September, you'll want to be ready. 

While there's no special offer or promo on purchasing stamp pads this month, buying them now is a good way to stock up and take advantage of the Bonus Dollar Days event during the month of August.  

These are the 16 new colours that were added to the four colour families during the Color Revamp in June.  Click here to for more inky details.

Think of the color combos that will work for the holiday season.  Personally I'm loving the Merry Merlot and Shaded Spruce for my traditional seasonal cards.  I'm also in love with Poppy Parade and Granny Apple Green for my whimsical card projects.  Oh heck, I love them all.   

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot 

August Hostess Code PJF34FPF 

Want to earn some free product but your order is under $200.00 (before shipping & handling)?  Don't worry.  You can get a small Stampin' Reward from me just by applying my August Hostess Code to the end of your ON-LINE order.*  Note:  If your order is over $200.00 please don't use this Hostess Code , as you already qualify for your own Stampin' Rewards.  

*Gift value is based on the total number of orders and amount of accumulated On-line orders using hostess code #PJF34FPF during this month.  Add caption

Buy six stamp pads for $61.25 (before S&H and Tax) and earn $6 Bonus Dollars 

Click here for details:

More Holiday Sneak Peeks

Did you like the previous sneak peek videos I posted?  I sure hope so.  Today I'm posting a couple of more.  I'd love to hear what you think of these new product views.   I love them both and their on my Wish List.

• Tags & Tidings Bundle by Stampin' Up!
• Winter Woods Bundle by Stampin' Up!

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot

August Hostess Code PJF34FPF 

Want to earn some free product but your order is under $200.00 (before shipping & handling)?  Don't worry.  You can get a small Stampin' Reward from me just by applying my August Hostess Code to the end of your ON-LINE order.*  Note:  If your order is over $200.00 please don't use this Hostess Code , as you already qualify for your own Stampin' Rewards.  

*Gift value is based on the total number of orders and amount of accumulated On-line orders using hostess code #PJF34FPF during this month.  

Click Here to See What Bonus Days Is All About

Click Here to see Details of Colour Your Season Promo

Sneak Peeks ........Holiday Catalogue ..............it's coming!

August really has been an exciting month so far and we are only on day 2!  Our 2018 Holiday Catalogue will be launched on September 5th, which seems like a long time away.  So today I'm going to share some videos of new products that will be available in the 2018 Holiday Catalogue that I know you're going to want to get your hands on

To begin with, how awesome is the 2018 Holiday Catalogue cover?  Do you love it?  I know it had me wanting to flip the pages.  Unfortunately, I can't show you what's inside just yet, even though I know you'll be just as excited as I am to get this cattie in your stampin' hands?  

For all my regular customers near and far don't worry you're already on my mailing selector list and your catties will be delivered to you the last week of August first week of September.  If you're new to me and Stampin' Up!  just connect with me here and I'll put you on a wait list for the new cattie, just click here to contact me.

Okay are you ready.............................. here are some exciting videos to start you off and get those creative ideas flowing.  I'll be doing this all week long, as well as sharing some samples in the weeks to come, so I hope you'll come back often.

·   2018 Holiday (Autumn/Winter) Catalog Designer Series Paper by Stampin' Up!

·   Take Your Pick Tool by Stampin' Up!

·   Beautiful Blizzard Bundle by Stampin' Up!

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot 

August Hostess Code PJF34FPF 

Want to earn some free product but your order is under $200.00 (before shipping & handling)?  Don't worry.  You can get a small Stampin' Reward from me just by applying my August Hostess Code to the end of your ON-LINE order.*  Note:  If your order is over $200.00 please don't use this Hostess Code , as you already qualify for your own Stampin' Rewards.  

*Gift value is based on the total number of orders and amount of accumulated On-line orders using hostess code #PJF34FPF during this month.  

Click Here to see how you can earn Bonus Day Dollars 

Click here for details

Colour Your Season - Limited Time Promo

Stampin' Up has a special offer from August 1st to 31st* that's very exciting.  It's called "Colour Your Season" and is made up of:

Blended Seasons Stamp Set - Wood Mount #149019 $67 or Clear Mount #149016 $53.  This wonderfuls 12 piece rubber stamp set celebrates multiple seasons and has a variety of sentiments that you'll love.  It comes in both English and French.  

Stitched Season Framelit Dies:   Order # 149013 $45. The Stitched Season Framelits Dies, have a coordinating stitched die that includes stitching on both the positive and negative images! And, there are 10 dies included in the set.  The Largest Die in this beautiful set measures 4 7/8" x 3 3/8".

Blended Seasons Bundle:  You can save 10% off the total cost of the Stamp set and Framelits by purchasing them as a bundle.  Wood Mount #149893 $105.00 and Clear Mount #149894 $88.00.

Please note: The bundle includes the stamp set and dies only. It does not include the Watercolor Pencils.You can get just the Blended Seasons stamp set, or just the Stitched Seasons Framelits, or bundle them and save 10%. 

Watercolour Pencils - Assortment #2:  Order #149014 $17. ** 
If you purchased the Watercolour Assortment from our Annual catalogue you're going to want this add on of 10 beautiful Stampin' Up! Colours.  (Balmy Blue, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, Coastal Cabana, Crushed Curry, Flirty Flamingo, Garden Green, Gorgeous Grape, Granny Apple Green and Night of Navy).  

To view the Colour Your Season Flyer just click here.  

Some Additional Information:

• No limits apply during the customer sales period.
• Items may be purchased via demonstrator, customer, workshop, or online order.
• Items may be included as part of a new demonstrator’s Starter Kit.
• Items qualify for Bonus Dollar Day Coupons 
• Deadlines -August 31st or while supplies last
• Phone: August 31, 2018; 6:50 PM (MT)
• Online/OEX: August 31, 2018; 11:50 PM (MT) 

*Products in this special offer will only be available until August 31 or while supplies last, whichever comes first. If a product’s supply is depleted before August 31, it will be made unorderable and will no longer be available for purchase.

** Watercolor Pencils Assortment #2 may be available in a future publication.

Click Here for My On Line Store

Remember, if you're placing an order under $200.00 don't forget to apply the August Hostess Code to the end of your order to qualify for some free Stampin' Up! Rewards through me.  

Hostess Code for August:  PJF34FPF

Happy Stamping! 
Penny Tokens Stampin Spot