It's been a great productive week.  The more I create, more ideas keep flowing.  I love it.  Our Creative Escape retreat is in exactly two weeks.  I have accomplished lots and still have more to do.  I can't wait to share with you after the retreat.  If you aren't attending this one, I hope you can just us next time. 

A few days back I had posted my first Sneak Peek of one of the classes I was offering at our Creative Escape Retreat.  It was a Fall Wow scrapbook.  You can view it HERE.  I have given my guest the option to do the Fall version or a Holiday Version.  Here is my share of my Holiday Wow tag scrapbook.  I can't wait to add more than 24 Family Pictures in this album.

I'm loving the cherry cobbler embossing powder, another must on your wish list to create all those Holiday projects.

Below is what it looks when you open the album.  All I have to do is add my pics.

Have a great long weekend, Happy thanksgiving to all us Canadians! Eh!

Supplies used to make my Wow Tag Scrapbook :

Stamp set:  Early Hand-Penned Holidays #124310 (w) #124312 (c), Notes manuscrites #125359(w), #125361(c)

Ink:  Early Espresso #119670,

Card stock and paper: Early Espresso #119686, Cherry Cobbler #119685, Garden Green #102584, Whisper White #100730 and Frostwood Lodge Designer Series Paper #124002

Accessories and tools:  Mini Jingle Bells #124116, 3/8" Quilted Satin Ribbon in Cherry Cobbler #124105, Early Espresso 3/8" quilted satin Ribbon #124104, Cherry cobbler 1/2" scallop dots ribbon #124138, 1/4" grosgrain ribbon in whisper white #109025 and Garden Green #124321, Linen Thread #104199 Basic rhinestones Jewels #119246, versamark #102283, Cherry cobbler embossing powder #122949, embossing tool #100005, Antique brads #117273, Embossing Buddy #103083, Powder Pals Tray #102197, Big shot #113439, Decorative Strip Cutting Pads #113479, Decorative Strip Spacer Platform #113477, Northern Frost Decorative Strip Die #120901, Scallop Square #115950, Shimmer Paint Frost White #116854, Holly Berry Bouquet designer buttons #125636.

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I love background stamps.  They make a card so beautiful and you don't really need to add much to a project.  When I saw the Hello, Doily background stamp set I was over the moon.  A stamp set like Hello, Doily speaks for itself.  Last night at my Christmas class one of my guest made a beautiful page with it.  It wasn't a Christmas Page but it inspired me to make a card for today's share.  I love how this stamp is so versatile, from simply elegant to holiday projects, this baby is a must in your stamp space.  You probably can't see very well but this card is 5×5, therefore it is a large stamp set.

I used the scallop square die with the Frostwood lodge designer paper.  Another great die to use with your big shot.  And you can get your own big shot or 125$ of free products when you sign up as a demonstrator.   Ask me how or join HERE.

If you are recreating a 5 x 5 card, don't forget the Medium Square envelopes #107289

Hello Doily background stamp #122845

Supplies used to make my Hello, doily card :

Stamp set: Hello, Doily #122845

Ink:  Whisper White Craft ink

Card stock and paper:  Cherry Cobbler #119685, Whisper White #100730 and Frostwood Lodge Designer Series Paper

Accessories and tools:   3/8" Quilted Satin Ribbon in Cherry Cobbler #124105, white embossing powder #109132, embossing tool #100005, Antique brads #117273, Embossing Buddy #103083, Powder Pals Tray #102197, Big shot #113439, Scallop Square #115950, Paper-piercing Tool #116631, Medium Square envelopes #107289

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Let the countdown begin.  In 16 days, Marlayne and I are hosting our 3rd Creative Escape Retreat.  We host in Spring and Fall.  I get especially excited in the Fall because I get to make Holiday projects for our guests.  I am honored to host 2 classes at the retreat.  The first one was my Fall Wow scrapbook which you can view HERE and now you get a sneak peek of the second class. 

I have always wanted to make an Advent calendar and didn't know where to start.  This year I am amazed that Stampin up! came up with products in the Holiday Mini to make one.  The Stamp set 25 & Counting or in french J-25 and the new Peekaboo Frame Bigz Die are the perfect and easy way to create one.  I could not pass up this opportunity:)  I was going to make it on a canvas so my guests could make one at a reasonable price.  But then Stampin up! came up with great products on the clearance rack, which included the Chunky Frame.  It's been one of my favorite products and I was sad when stampin up retired the frame.  So now that it's back for limited quantities and at a cheap price, I jumped on the occasion.  And suddenly I thought to myself, I will use the chunky frame to make my advent calendar.

And voila! the outcome:

I loved how easy it was to create the opening frames, the peekaboo Frame Bigz L die was perfect for that.  And now until the end of October, Stampin up has offered the Big Shot for FREE or 125$ of FREE product, when you join my family of demonstrators in October.  Learn how to get this sweet deal HERE

The chunky frames are great to work with because you can add any designer paper to decorate the frame.  It's simple you just cut your paper and glue it to the frame.   I used Frostwood Lodge Designer Paper.

I am truly grateful of this beauty and will display it every year during the Holidays.  I especially love Day 25, which is our family picture and wishes Happy Holidays.

You can view or purchase the Chunky Frame on my clearance rack by clicking HERE and selecting clearance rack on the left.  This item has limited quantities and you might want to get one asap.

If you are attending our Creative Escape Retreat then this is a class you don't want to miss, email me.

Supplies used to make my Advent Calendar :

Clearance Rack:  Chunky Frame # 117599

Stamp set: 25 & Counting #123792(w) #123794(c) or en Français J-25 #125346(w) #125346, Christmas Lodge #123767(w) #123769(c) or en Français Chalet enchanté #125349(w) #125351

Ink:  Early Espresso #119670, Cherry Cobbler #119669, Garden Green #102272 ink pads, Early Espresso #119680, Cherry Cobbler #119681, Garden Green #100080 stampin'write markers,

Card stock and paper: Early Espresso #119686, Cherry Cobbler #119685, Garden Green #102584, Whisper White #100730 and Frostwood Lodge Designer Series Paper

Accessories and tools:   For the punches let me tel you that I just used lots of them and they are in the Idea Book & Catalogue p 209-213, Stitched Felt #124108, Mini Jingle Bells #124116, 3/8" Quilted Satin Ribbon in Cherry Cobbler #124105, Linen Thread #104199 Basic rhinestones Jewels #119246

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Ok this is the last time you will read about my birthday calendar.  I intended to post last night but we finished a little bit late:)  I am overwhelmed by your response to add your name to my birthday organizer and let me tell you, I need to start making the cards this weekend, as I do have birthday cards to send out on Monday, so it can hopefully make it on time for your early birthdays.  But I did want to share with you a few of my favorite months.  I used stamps sets that were dear to me and also that coordinated with the months.  Some we added ribbon, designer paper and other embellishments.  I guess my favorites were the simple ones.  I don't know why because normally I don't do good with simple.

March's Featured stamp set: Forever Young #122570 (w) #122572(c)

April's Featured Stamp set:  Up, Up & Away #122755(w) #122757(c)

June's Featured Stamp set:  The Open Sea #123030(w) #123032(c)

July, my birthday month's Featured stamp set: Creative Elements #122645(w) #122647(c)

And November's Featured stamp set:  Gently Falling #123802 (w) #123804(c)

You can view my cover album:  HERE and HERE

Class to go is also available but does not include shipping, shipping cost is additional. Available in English or Français.

I should have posted them last night but again, we did finish a little late and I did need to recharge my batteries on my camera.  It would have been a great night to post as I did not go to bed until 1h30 am.  Why?  Because my hostess brought lots of treats and we attacked them all like children that had never eaten candy before.  Note to self, do not eat the candy!  It got me so hyper!

On a side note, I did receive your requests for the Christmas in September pdf and there are two ways for your to get my class:

NEW! for October: PDF Class FREE with a 40$ order before taxes or flat fee of 20$

Happy Shopping and don't forget to check out the clearance rack!

Order HERE with me 24/7 online and get benefits from my online VIP club!(shipping anywhere in Canada).

Local to eastern Ontario or Quebec? I'm a short drive from Ottawa, Montreal and Surroundings.  I'm bilingual, French and English and I'd love to stamp with You in the language of your choice!

Home Sweet Home!  This Founder's trip rocked my world.  I was spoiled like I have never been all week long, Stampin up! surely takes care of us demonstrators & most of all, I met the best of friends and miss them already.  Although our flight was seriously delayed, I got home at 3 am.  My husband is the best, he cooked meals for the week and did all the laundry.  I think it's safe to say that I could leave on another trip.  I had nothing to do today, so blessed to have him, love that he is so understanding & that he supports my business.

Some of you had voted a card from my Christmas in September class for my Swaps For Founder's.  Thanks to my daughters and helper Lysanne, we were able to make 125 full cards.  I have received some emails about the class to go or pdf.  I will respond to you early this week.  Pdf will be available on Monday and I will email you full details.  If you live close and missed the first opportunity, this similar class will be available on two occasion:

October 7th at 9h30 or November 17th at 19h30.  You can email me to register.

Here is the card you voted I pick for my swaps

Class includes:  8 cards and envelops and decorated box and mica flakes.

When: October 7th at 9h30 am or November 17th at 19h30 pm

Where: Kim's studio

Cost:  25$ or 1/2 price with a 50$ order or FREE with a 75$ order

RSVP:  to save your spot

Class to go is also available but does not include shipping, shipping cost is additional.

Happy Shopping and don't forget to check out the clearance rack!

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Christmas Card Club:

I LOVE starting my Christmas cards early, and September is the best time of all! Enjoy making them over the next 4 months, having fun, 12 at a time, so when December hits here, you'll be ALL ready to go!! Just address the envelopes (which are included!!!), and you are all set!!   If you want to join the club, you have FUN benefits: *FREE new 2011-2012 catalog  *A raffle each month for JUST club members! * A chance to win ALL the hostess benefits that night! * Even if you can't come, we can make your projects for you!   You don't have to join the club to come each month, but if you want the fun benefits, you only need to commit to coming all 6 months. (if you miss a month, not a big deal, we'll make the cards for you!)   The cost is ONLY 25.00 per month, AND it includes a bolt of ribbon, or another embellishment, this month it includes Mica Flakes, AND all 12 cards, AND all 12 envelopes!! What a DEAL!  Plus…I'll have a special ordering deal JUST for class attendees!

COST: 25.00

Upcoming dates:  (First Wednesday of the Month)  September 7th, October 5th, November 2nd & December 7th, January and February are reserved for special card classes!

MICA FLAKES #124115

Today is our first class and you still have time to join, I have a few spots left, here is just a teaser!  Can't make it because your long distance from me?  Then ask me about my class in the mail or my new September PDF Tutorial.  Classe disponible en français.

Christmas in September Class

Class includes:  Mica Flakes and Envelopes

When:  Wednesday, September 7th at 7h30pm

Where: Kim's studio

Cost:  25$ or 1/2 price with a 50$ order or FREE with a 75$ order

Stamp sets used:    From the Christmas mini, my favorite:  Christmas Lodge #123767(w) #123769(c) ou disponible en français Chalet enchanté #125349(w) #125351, Christmas Collage Background stamp #121279 and Serene Snowflakes #115438

Have a great Wednesday!

Happy Shopping and don't forget to check out the clearance rack!

Order HERE with me 24/7 online and get benefits from my online VIP club!(shipping anywhere in Canada).

Local to eastern Ontario or Quebec? I'm a short drive from Ottawa, Montreal and Surroundings.  I'm bilingual, French and English and I'd love to stamp with You in the language of your choice!

Well it's been a quiet December for me:(  I have been sick the last two weeks of December which explains why there was little stamping.  I must have slept more in those two weeks than in the last couple of months.  Sometimes life throws you a curve ball!  Jordan, my youngest daughter is still not at her best, even if I am also a nurse, I suck at it when it comes to my kids! What I truly mean is that it breaks my heart in two when they are, and wish I could take Jordan's pain away. 

On the bright side, it is my family tradition to take some pictures of the girls with a professional yearly.  My focus was on the kids but we took a few family pictures too.  I always use the same company but this year decided differently since My two oldest daughters are getting a bit old for the matching outfits!  I had this amazing photograph come into my home to take pictures of the girls.  Sadly Jordan started spiking her fever at that point but I must say Genevieve Albert did get lot's of amazing shots.  There is a french saying that goes:  "Ma perle rare"  which sort of means, my gem.  Well Genevieve is one of the most talented photograph that I have ever met, MY GEM since she gave me great memories of my family for December 2010.  Merci Genevieve!  Here is one of my favorite family picture.

Ok I am reading my post and you probably thing, is Kim "sappy" today?  We did have fun during the holidays, even though we did not ski like we planned.  Here is one of the best pictures of the girls to prove it!  As I said on my facebook page, I am truly blessed to have beautiful healthy girls.  And I love them very much, even when they play in my jewelry:)

Well before I post my project for the day, from the bottom of my heart I would like to wish all of my customers, demonstrator friends, team members and my blog readers a very 2011 Happy New Year, with health, love, happiness and whatever your heart desires. xoxox  Bonne Année à tous!xoxoxo

You have until tomorrow January 3rd to order from the Holiday mini, and starting January 4th it's time for the Occasion mini.  wohoooo!  Ladies, book your party today as you will want most of the entire mini catalogue!  Email me if you haven't received your copy in the mail yet!

Here is my little project for the day.  We love cooking in this house, my kitchen is one of my favorite room of the entire house.  I decided to make a few albums with my favorite recipes and keep them close to me in the kitchen and found the perfect spot for them.  These albums are from the Holiday mini which end tomorrow.  Item code:  #120885 and there is a matching designer paper #120808.  Adding decor element to the album with ribbon just creates that special touch!

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Happy Shopping and don't forget to check out the clearance rack!

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How would you like to receive this purse filled with Holiday cards?  This has been a very popular class of mine.  So many of you have enjoyed making this.  But wait,  you won't want to miss Thursday's post for my new version.  It will be a sweet treat for you:)

By this time, you probably finished making your Christmas cards, if you didn't, I still have a few more events in December.  Click HERE to view my events.

Comment aimerais tu recevoir cette petite bourse remplie de cartes des Fêtes?  Cette classe était "super" populaire ces derniers temps.  Plusieurs, on profité  de cette classe.  Mais, attendez, ne manquez pas mon site ce jeudi.  J'ai une nouvelle version.  Une "petite traite" pour vous:)

Par ce temps, vous avez problablement fini de confectionner vos cartes de Noël, sinon, Vous avez encore la chance de profiter de certains de mes événements de Décembre.  Cliquez ici pour voir les différentes classes.

How to receive this card class?  Order 50$ of products (before tax and shipping) with me online and receive this class for FREE! Offer ends December 31st.

Comment recevoir cette classe de cartes?  Commandez pour 50$ de produits avec moi en ligne (avant les tax et frais de livraison) et recevez cette classe GRATUITEMENT!  Cette offre incroyable se termine le 31 décembre.

I still have 4 spots for this class so if you love Scrapbooking like I do, Join me for a Stamp-A-Rama Day in your pyjas on Dec 19th. Bring a friend I never met and receive a surprise gift from me. Details HERE

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Happy Shopping and don't forget to check out the clearance rack!

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Well we are already in October!  This past weekend, I held my first weekend retreat- Creative Escape Weekend Retreat.  Marlayne and I hosted for a bunch of fabulous ladies.  The best part for me about being a demonstrator is to create (we all have creation deep in ourselves)  but some of us just don't know it, giving to others and spoiling them too & most of all, the friendships…  Well this weekend was all about that, a mini founder's circle for our customers, demonstrators & friends.  I took so many pictures and will share a few highlights.  But the first thing I wanted to share was my Fabric Journal Class.  Here is a sneak peek!  You will get more pictures this week.  I am so not a sewer but after attending convention and listening to Shelli & Sara's presentation on fabric, I realized, I do not need to be a sewer to use Stampin up's amazing fabric.

Here is the fabric Christmas Organizer that I created.

I actually have two:  This is "the Shelli"  version since Shelli presented Deck the halls fabric at convention. 

The other one is "the Sara" version which I will show you soon, it is made using the Candy Cane Christmas fabric.

This month:  With a 50$ online order in October with me only, you get this adorable class for FREE from me.  Yes that is written instructions and video of the Christmas organizer.  What a great gift to give to that special someone, you can add your favorite recipes,  family wish list etc. 

If you missed our retreat & want to come to my next class on October 28th.  We will be making these journals in Stampin up Fabric of your choice ( Deck the halls #121716) or (Candy Cane Christmas #121715)

Happy stamping!

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Look at Sara's video to get inspired:

Here are a few pics from the weekend

Outside spa

Swapping

Pj contest, Michelle and Manon are part of my team, cupcake cuties.  Michelle made her pj, I love it & it was my favorite.  Love these girls!

Delicious Food, Mmmm!

Classes, and much much more…

Yesterday I held my first Big shot class.  This is an event that I will host monthly.  You may have noticed that when I post projects, I almost use the big shot everytime.  The big shot is so amazing, do you have this & want new ideas to use with your big shot?  There are 1000 of things you can do with your Big Shot machine!! 

I am showing you samples from last night. 

The first one is Paula's samples

The second one is Manon 's samples.

Completely two different looks but the two sets of samples are beautiful.

Thanks ladies for sharing your projects with all of us.

Come to next months big shot class: 

Come learn and make 5 different projects every month!  Even if you don’t own the big shot, but hope to someday, or just want to get out for a night of fun! RSVP by October 1st. Make 5 awesome projects! Boxes, bags, books, cards and more!  Cost: 20.00 or FREE with a min. of a 25.00 order or more that night. Next class is October 14th (always the second Tuesday of the month)

***Want a free stamp set, take advantage of my Online VIP club!  + BONUS gift = free tutorial included!

Happy Shopping and don't forget to check out the clearance rack!

Order HERE with me 24/7 online and get benefits from my online VIP club!(shipping anywhere in Canada) .