Thursday, October 25, 2012

Last day and reveal!



It's our last day and you know what that means? Our Big Reveal! 

But, before we get to that - you should be arriving here from the uber talented 

If not, you'll wanna start at the beginning because there is prizes involved! 


Ok wanna see my sneak peeks before I give it all away and show off the sets? 


You know the little guy below? From Happy Bugs?! 


But, you haven't seen the sentiment - it goes perfect!! 



I'm so happy with these new sets - I think you're going to love using them as much as we have! 


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The release for October... 









Don't forget to enter to win one of these sets! 

AND AND AND - for a limited time these sets are $10! 

Head over to the shop to start --- shopping! 


See you back here soon! 
Hugs and Happy Stamping!
N. 


Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Sweet Peeks Day Two!



Day two is here! If this is your first glance 
at the hop - you'll wanna go back and catch up 
because we've got some good prizes in store! 

Today you should be arriving here from the lovely and talented


If not, you'll wanna start at the beginning


Ok, so today I've got a cool trick to show you using 
a tool you probably have in your stash - (and if you don't you could 
just take out handy ol' scissors too!) 


First, I should show you the cards! 

I'm a big fan of simple and geometric! (mostly b/c I think 
I'm a glitter and excess kind of crafter - so thinking clean and simple 
is ALWAYS hard for me) 


I love sewing on my cards - although you know that! 
But, what I also love is to give my beautiful paper front stage! 

Yep, this stamper loves to put a spotlight on paper every once in a while! Sentiments are a great way to help you say what you want AND keep the spot light on the paper! 


You know what's huge right now - chevrons! AND all things Geometric! 

Wanna learn how to create these geometric favorites with what you've got in your craft stash?! Ok here we go.... 

You'll need - Paper and a Square Punch 
(or scissors would work just fine too!)


Here's how to make the first border  -- 


- Grab that punch! 
(any size square will work - it's up to you!) 


Punch out a square (or if you don't have a square punch just use your straight cutter to make 1x1 or 2x2 squares) 


Then, simply, cut the square in half at one of the edges. 

Do this with a couple different patterns - and then attach them to your 
card how ever you fancy! 

This is what I ended up with! 



Next up is the Chevron border - 

You'll need the punch again



and you'll need a piece of paper about 1.5 inches (or smaller - again this is just size preference) 


Then you'll wanna stick the end in the punch just far enough
for one corner to punch out - see picture --


Punch that out and you'll have a piece of paper like this 


Stick this end back into the punch less than .25 inch
and punch out again- see below


You'll end up with your first little shape and you'll 
be ready to cut your next! 


The end product is this ... 




How easy was that? AND the paper is taking the spotlight the 
whole time! LOVE LOVE that! 

See you all back here tomorrow for another sneak peek and 
I'll be revealing the new sets in all their glory --- AND you'll 
be able to BUY!!! 

See you tomorrow :) 
N. 

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Sweeeet Release Oct. - Day 1


You should be arriving here from the lovely and talented 



If not, you'll wanna start at the beginning - there are prizes involved!! 



Ready to see the last of the peeks for today? 


I love the mini periodic table stamp! It's so much fun to use 
and I can't wait for you all to take a crack at it! 


Isn't this so much fun! AND perfect for our challenge 
this go around - check out our challenge HERE

Can't wait to see everyone back here tomorrow for 
another big peek at one of our new sets! 

Happy Crafting! 
N. 

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Local Classes


I know things have been pretty silent around Nicole's Class Schedule BUT- I'm happy to tell you all that Sweet Stamp Shop has taken off! We're happy to offer over 50 products and we're sold all around the world...and...  we're getting busy with classes all around San Diego.

But, you've been asking for some time now for some home classes and I've finally got my act together (and my schedule lined up) to offer a couple classes in the coming months. 

To sign up for classes simply email me (nicolehrixon@gmail.com)
with your name and phone number and which class you'll be attending. Seats are limited, so sign up early! As classes are added to the calendar, I will update the email and send off the updates to you! 

Class take place at my home class room - 

(in East County El Cajon) 
When you contact me I'll share the address 
and directions :) 

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Can't wait to see all of you 

Here are the first two classes scheduled for October and November


Wednesday October 24th 6:30pm - 8:00pm 
Card Design Basics
Class Fee: $10 - includes 3 completed cards 
Seats Available: 12 

Learn some basics in card design while completing three holiday themed cards - Nicole will talk about using one basic design to create several unique and fun cards. This class is perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike! 

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Friday November 9th 6:00pm-8:00pm 
2013 Desktop Calendar 
Class Fee: $10 - includes one completed calendar (extra calendar kits will be sold for $5) 
Seats Available: 8 

This desktop calendar is super easy to make (and customize!) for yourself OR would make an awesome gift! You'll learn, step by step, how to make the calendar so that you can recreate it at home for gifts. There will be lots of customizing options (different paper choices and embellishment choices) so no two calendars will be alike! 

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Friday, October 5, 2012

World Card Making Day!

Happy World Card Making Day!



SALE SALE SALE 
at Sweet Stamp Shop!!

Halloween Clearance AND
25% off your total order 
(excluding the halloween clearance) 

Coupon Code: WCD12
(no code needed for halloween clearance - prices marked 
down in shop) 

Head over to the shop to grab your favorite sets 
before they're sold out! 



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What better way to celebrate than to participate in some 
challenges! 

I participated in three today --- here are my cards and 
the awesome challenges that they're for!

First up is the Sweet Stamp Shop challenge
(it's a sketch challenge this week!) 


Here is the sketch --- and my take on it below 



Love my 'Out in Space' stamp set - I reach for it ALL the time! 


Check it out in the Sweet  Stamp Shop HERE



I love that challenge! 

Here was the inspirational picture for the challenge


And here is my card


Clean simple lines - mustard and blues (whites and greys) 
I really like this card and I love the Runway Inspired Challenge. 

I used the 'Jars of Sweets' stamp set - I really like how versatile it is. 


Check it out in the shop HERE 


Lastly - I made a card for the CASE study Challenge 

They had this amazing card for inspiration 


And here is my take on it -- 



I used lots of glitz - butterflies - 



Thank you all so much for stopping in and saying hello! 

Make sure to stop by Sweet Stamp Shop for the sale and lots 
of fun card making inspiration! 

Hugs, 
N.