Hi

Some of you know my husband and I recently bought a winter home in Tucson.  We drove from Minnesota to Tucson, Arizona last week for a quick trip to start furnishing the place.  Our granddaughter graduated from college in Phoenix, so the trip had a dual purpose. On the long drive home, we hit a pothole going 70 miles an hour.  When we stopped for lunch, my husband noticed a bulge in our front tire.  It was hard to find any businesses that were open on a Sunday afternoon.  But Costco saved the day!!  We backtracked a half an hour to Albuquerque, New Mexico and they replaced our tire so we could continue our trip. We were so grateful we didn’t have to spend the night there. 

Spending the night making cards with others would be a lot more fun than sitting in a hotel room in New Mexico with nothing to do.  Stampin’ Up! has created a couple card making kits that I wanted to bring to your attention.  Why not order a couple kits and plan a “kit” together event?  How fun would that be!  

The first kit is called Colorful Kaleidoscope Kit.  I recently posted a video of me opening the kit that you can watch over on my YouTube channel by clicking here.   Do you remember playing with a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, the cards in this kit do not disappoint and wait until you see the matching envelopes!  They will take your breath away.  I knew I would be ordering it as soon as I saw it. 

The second card making kit is the all-inclusive Confetti Birthday Kit which comes with everything you need to create 9 birthday cards in 3 great designs.  But the best part is they make shaker cards!!! How exciting is that!  Shaker cards are my all-time favorite things to make.  So, I will definitely be ordering this kit very soon.   Here is the link to check out this kit and add it to your cart.  

Lastly, I wanted to send the monthly creative idea calendar for the month of May. I am a little late sending it out because of my trip to Arizona but I hope you find it helpful. You can download the PDF attachment, print it and post it in your crafting space.  The creative calendar of ideas is an exclusive perk just for my newsletter subscribers.  It can be used to get you out of a creative rut if you are wondering what to make.  It can also be used to stretch you and get you to try some new technique you have never tried before.  You can also check out my tutorials on my website if you want to try a new fun fold technique. 

Couple reminders:

First, Paper Pumpkin for the month of May is called Exploring In Color.  You must subscribe by May 10^th if you want this nature themed kit that makes 9 cards using the new In Colors and includes free stickers.  Here is the link

Second, remember to check out the Clearance Rack link periodically for discounted craft supplies. 

Happy Stamping and God Bless,.

Tammy