Inkin with Val

Hello!! It has been a few years... I was busy going to school. Yes, I graduated from Grant MacEwan University in 2018 and have been working my little touchy off! Recently I have gotten back into my stamping stash. So exciting. I will post some photos shortly but also want to mention that in 2012 2013, I retired as a Stampin' UP! demonstrator. I will be posting a number of my stamp sets for sale and will update you when that happens. I have also delved into more crafting and actually pulled out my sewing machine/serger again. I bought myself a Cricut and have been busy trying to learn how to use it. SCARY!!! I hope to keep you up to date again.. feel free to ask if you have any questions. HAPPY CRAFTING! Val email me: val.lodder@live.ca

Stampin' Up! Just announced that they will be starting their May promotion as of today!!! Aren't we lucky! Have a peek here for the sale items and then let me know before the 30th (early enough, as the order site will be very very busy) and I can add your items to my order that is going in. May is National Scrapbooking Month, and May 7th is National Scrapbooking day... Do you have plans yet for either the month or specifically for the 7th? Have you started Digital Scrapbooking? did you know that Stampin' Up! offers their download products for "other" programs? If you are digital scrapbooking and love the Stampin' Up! products, you can purchase individual items and use them with your current program. A sale on Printing your photo books is also starting today! check the prices here. Please let me know if you have any questions, I will help in any way I can! (and look for the answers if I don't know it ;) ) Happy Scrappin' (and stampin') Val

Are you making plans to Scrapbook? What is your biggest dilemna? Are you having trouble organizing and sharing your Digital Photos? Are you wanting to show off your photos? I have the perfect solution for you. My Digital Studio is a full program that includes everything you need to scrapbook those Digital Photos into a custom book that you can have printed anywhere you like. (HINT: There is a sale coming in May on Stampin' Up!s printing services in honour of National Scrapbooking See the full catalogue of what is included in the Full program here. I am adding a page that I created for the Contest that Stampin' Up! held last year, I completed it but never did enter it. My goal this year is to complete the album of our Cruise/New Orleans trip last year, and to create an album of our recent trip to Belize. I have alot of ideas for both, but just haven't put them to paper yet. Watch for updates as I complete pages. If you don't see anything for a long time, be sure to ask...

Dates: August 1-31, 2009 Details: Spend $45 on stamp sets from the Growing Up section of the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalogue (pages 74-90) and receive a FREE package of Designer buttons--a $10.95 value! Eligible buttons are listed below. Item # Page Description Retail Value 116313 181 Playground Designer buttons $10.95 116312 181 Sherbet Designer buttons $10.95 114333 181 Button Latte Designer buttons $10.95 Rediscover the kid in you! Email me today to place your order or visit my online store - just click Shop Now in the top right hand corner. Happy Stamping, Val

Put some heart into your Valentines this year with the Love You Much Bundle. Containing all new products—a coordinating stamp set, Designer Series paper, and punch—the Love You Much Bundle has what you need to create the perfect Valentines, all at 20 percent off! Love You Much stamp set reg $30.95 Candy Lane Designer Series paper (Close to Cocoa, Pink Pirouette, Riding Hood Red, Very Vanilla) reg $11.95 ea Heart to Heart punch reg $19.95 Bundle Retail Value $62.85 (this is what you normally would pay) Love You Much Bundle (20% off; item 115405) $50.28 (with the 20% off!!!! WOW!!!) you can even order online! Go to my website , click on the shop now button and enter 115405 You can also view the flyer here.

Although October 4th has come and gone, you can still take part in World Card Making Day and open up a world of possibilities! Celebrate the creativity of handcrafted cards and the personal connection that they forge between friends and family. Participate with Stampin' Up! in making and keeping personal connections by Enjoying 20% off a wide variety of fun and colourful Simply Sent Card Elements and easy-to-use Simply Sent card kits.* Join the world in making a card, and celebrate your unique creativity! See pgs. 176-177 of the Fall-Winter catalogue; discount valid October 4-11

I am so excited to have received my "preview" order. I got busy late last night using some of the goodies. I think I really like the new "In Colors" now that I have seen them in real . These cards were made using a template that I came across, I think from sheetload of cards . The red paper is a bit like Ruby Red, but it is actually Riding Hood Red. The patterned papers are from one of the new designer series papers, Bella Rose. In the photo you can also see the new Scallop Border Punch....really cool to play with too! I hope you enjoyed these, I hope to have another something to share with you tomorrow...oh wait, I can show you what the cover of the new catalog looks like... no, I don't have it yet but someone at convention shared it.

Online ordering 24/7 is coming! How it will work: if you go to the main SU website and start your order, you will be paying 10% more and shipping will be higher. HOWEVER!!! If you order through my online site, you will get all the regular benefits AND save those extra fees. I am really excited about this as it will give you all the chance to order what you want when you want, especially if I am out of town or at work. This does not mean you can't have workshop orders through me, my classes and stamper's groups will continue! Please, let me know your thoughts on this, good or bad! http://inkinwithval.stampinup.net/ will be your ordering site. I believe this will begin sometime this fall.

Here is a sneek peek at the coming year's "NEW IN COLORS!". These are not available until August 11th but you can start choosing which, if not all, the colors you would love to have!! The current 2007-2008 "IN COLORS" are only available until August 10th. So if you are wanting to stock up you only have a little over a month left before these wonderful colors are gone!! Contact me today if you are interested in purchasing the 2007-2008 "IN COLORS" and watch for samples made with the 2008-2009 "IN COLORS" to come in a few weeks!! Enjoy!!

The *NEW* Decor Elements are here! Starting July 1st you can order your very own set of Stampin' Up!'s *NEW* wall decor. Create a space just for you!! I have a set on order and will soon be putting it up in my stamping room. When I do, I will be sure to post a photo, better yet, stop by and check it out in person! Check under the tab on your right for a link to the brochure. Please let me know if I can help you in any way. Interested in hosting a show? I would love to come and share with your family and friends this wonderful new line!! Ask me how! Click here to go to the brochure. These are a great addition to Stampin' Up!'s product line and coordinate with many of their wonderful images!! Enjoy!!

When it comes to quality stamp sets, Stampin' Up! has been an industry leader for several years. Our original, exclusive stamps have earned the prestigious Creating Keepsakes Readers' Choice Award for best rubber stamps eight years in a row, and every year we work to make them even better! We're excited to announce that all new stamp sets in the Fall-Winter 2008 Idea Book & Catalog (including new hostess sets) will be die cut for your convenience! We know you enjoy the flexibility of custom mounting your stamps, and with these die-cut sets, all you'll need to do is pop, peel, and place before you begin stamping. Only our new stamps will be die cut; sets carried over from the last catalog and those on the dormant list will still require trimming. But, each new set will feature a die cut icon so you will have no problems identifying die-cut sets. Is this exciting or what?

At long last. I have finally figured out a date for this class. It will be July 8th at 7:30pm at my place. It is very important that you RSVP for the correct class. If you would like to include the stamp set, it must be ordered prior to June 30th. This class features Tart and Tangy Stamps as well as the Summer Picnic designer series paper from the Mini catalog which ends on June 30th. Class includes: Optional stamp set (if you chose this option) 2 each of 4 cards custom envelopes Fun Just working setting the following options up so they are not working currently. Class Only Class with Stamp Set

Well, here it is... You can download the list from here and print it out. I will be putting in orders still on a regular basis so if you would like something, just email me. Don't forget, we now take credit cards so you can phone me with your CC # and we will put the order in immediately.

Put down the phone, turn off the computer, and break free from the 'e'! Remember when you got letters in your mailbox instead of your inbox? On June 25, 2008, Stampin' Up! is taking the day to unplug and unwind, and reconnect on a personal level with friends and loved ones through handmade cards. I invite you to eScape with me throughout the month of June! Purchase eScape Bundle Take advantage of the 25 percent discount by purchasing the eScape bundle and have convenient home delivery. (click on products to view in our online catalogue) Circle of Friendship stamp set p. 143$22.95 Love Notes assortment p. 167 $11.50 Rose Red Classic Stampin' Pad p. 165 $6.75 Very Vanilla 5/8" grosgrain ribbon p. 191 $10.50 Total (non-bundled) $51.70 eBundle Price..... $36.00 Reconnect with your "wireless network" by attending an eScape event or hosting one of your own with your friends. Download the brochure here!

Good Morning! It is such beautiful day here in Vernon, BC. I am so enjoying the sunshine. Saturdays are my cleaning day and I just dread being inside. I plan to hurry everything up a bit so that I can actually spend some time outside. This past week I had a small stamping "Customer Appreciation" evening. I say small because 5 stampers came to join me but boy did we have fun making these cute photo holders. This was my "surprise" craft for the evening. The other item that everyone made were "paper clip bookmarks" as shown in my newsletter and which I will share another day. Tart & Tangy (mini catalog has been extended to the end of June) Warm Words Summer Picnic Designer Series Paper (mini catalog) Real Red Cardstock Accessories: punch, brad, Certainly Celery Grosgrain and Bashful Blue Taffeta ribbon Jumbo Paper clips (Staples) We also placed an order and drew names for who got to have the free hostess set and who got to have the extra $$ to spend on ...

Need to “Schedule” Some Time to Stamp?Hey, we’re ALL busy women, so why is it that the things we enjoy the most always seem to get left out of our busy schedules?It’s important to make time for YOU in between everything you do for your job & your family.Why not schedule one night a month for a fun night out with the girls to learn new Stampin' projects & techniques? Oh, did I mention you can save a bundle, too?It’s Easy to Do:Join my Stampers’ Club!!This group will meet monthly at my place (attendance is optional, of course) where you will get to make FREE projects that night. If your schedule won't allow you to make it to the classes, it's still worth joining the Club for all the other benefits you'll receive … without having to clean house or invite guests to host a workshop! *Your monthly order commitment is only $37.50 of product per month for a 6 month period.Club members receive the new "Fall/Winter Idea Book & Catalogue" on their first night...

It was high time I got these done for my Daughter-in-Law (boy it feels strange to say that instead of son's Girlfriend, but really really cool ) She was able to hand them all out and cross one more thing off her list. I stamped these using bashful blue cardstock ballet blue cardstock bashful blue classic ink bashful blue stampin' write marker Year after Year Stamp set accessories: brads, punches, hemp and gingham ribbon As you can see, the dark faux buttons were created using first the1/16"punch and cutting 2 holes, and then the 1/2" circle punch around them. This created a "button" look to accent the cards. Give it a try, maybe even emboss them first...

Hello everyone, I am finally back after the wedding festivities and preparations. I have been stamping off and on... Last month, this stamp set "Wonderful You" was on special. I wasn't going to indulge in anymore stamp sets until I have sold off some of my "retired" sets first. Well, one of my great clients was more than gracious and allowed me to use her set when it first arrived. I needed a card for my daughter's birthday so this is what I came up with. After that (and a few more card trial and errors) I knew I had to have this set... Enjoy! Oh yes, I also used my cuttlebug on the base of the card.

During the month of May, buy a Cutting Mat and get a Hobby Blade for FREE! The Hobby Blade and Cutting Mat are perfect for cutting Designer Series paper and card stock to layer over Stampin’ Up!’s On Board products!

Stampin’ Up!’s helping you expand your toolbox! For the entire month of May, join Stampin’ Up! as a demonstrator and get 20 percent off the Starter Kit, plus a FREE tin of qualifying Hodgepodge Hardware® (a $35.95 value!).To take advantage of any or all of these very special, limited-time offers, contact me today! If you'd like an information package mailed to you please email me! If you live in Canada I can provide all the support you'll need to make a successful business happen. Please visit my personal website and click on the First Impressions video link to learn more about the company! You can sign up online through the same link but I prefer a more personal approach so please email me so we can chat and I can give you my password for completeing your documents online.