Play Ball

 Opening Day was a COLD one!  But this Bundle is HOT!  Use for all your Sports themed occasions.

Your Biggest Fan is a great Suite of Products.  Little League, Birthdays, Fathers Day and many more!

Misty Moonlight card base, a Strip of Crumb Cake tickets, and Stars accenting the Sentiment.

Perfect card to slip some Tickets in or a Gift Card!

Your Biggest Fan Bundle  157893  $40.50

Hey Sports 12X12 paper 157882  $11.50

Resin Star Embellishments  158144  $8.00

April  SPECIALS  and Events

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Last-Chance Products Sale! From 23 March 2022–2 May 2022

Grab your favorite annual catalog items at a deep discount. This offer is valid while supplies last only.  Check my website for all the Details!

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  • • Name: Change Is Beautiful

      This kit includes:

      • Change is Beautiful Photopolymer Stamp Set
        
      • Melon Mambo Classic Stampin’ Spot®
        
      • Printed card bases
        
      • Printed envelopes
        
      • Printed, shaped die cuts
        
      • Iridescent sea glass
        
      • Dimensionals

      Card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.8 x 14 cm)

      Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Balmy Blue, Basic Black, Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Evening Evergreen, Granny Apple Green, Melon Mambo
  
  
  
  
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Saturday April 30th  Garden Faire  Independence Uptown Market 8am-2pm

• Watch this space!! Events coming SOON!           




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New Hostess code for April is 6GKY9VVK .  This Hostess code will close Saturday April 30th at 6pm.





if your order is $150 or more DO NOT use the code.  You have qualified for your own Hostess Benefits and can redeem them at the time of your order.  Check out the Hostess only sets on pages 170-171 of the new catalog.  The only way to earn these stamps is to have a $150 or more order.  Use your Hostess $$ to purchase the exclusive Hostess sets or purchase other catalog items.



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Last Day at the "K" 2021

 21 years working at Kauffman Stadium as a ticketseller and every year is a bit bittersweet.  This last Homestand has been beautiful and the Salvy Home Run watch has been exciting.  In the ticket booth I can HEAR the crowd reaction before my screen updates.  I knew it was #48!

Hopeful for #49 and #50 but so happy for The Royals, Salvy and Mike Swanson retiring! (no relation dang!)  Lots of fans out this weekend for the HOME RUN watch.  Sonic slam has been a favorite place for tickets!

Bark at the Park was Tuesday night and SOLD OUT.  Theme tickets enter Gate A, so I snapped a few pics.

Lassie Twins!!!

Royals Attire!

Such a GOOD DOG!!  The Best Crew at Gate A are the BEST!!

Friday night Sunset, my usual view out the ticket window!  So Blessed to have spent 21 years with the Royals.  This year has been different....but still helping fans enjoy America's game is very rewarding!

I hope to get the newsletter out Sunday evening and save the Date:

 Friday October 8th!!  

FALL Make & Take in the driveway and Retired items will be out at BARGAIN prices!!

October SPECIALS  and Events

Pick up these NEW catalogs at the Independence Uptown Market...... ALL 5 Saturdays in October!

8am-1pm    

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• The kit contains enough elements to create 10 Christmas cards—5 each of 2 designs—and coordinating envelopes. This all-inclusive kit includes printed card bases, die-cut paper pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!
• October’s kit arrives in a cute collectible box covered with enchanting evergreen trees. Use this special, limited-edition box to store your holiday handicrafts, or transform it into a well-wrapped package for a present!
• The kit’s contents pair perfectly with the Peaceful Cabin Bundle 156816 and the rest of the Peaceful Place Suite in the Mini Catalog pages 36-37 . To continue your Christmas crafting, combine the kit’s components with the suite’s patterned paper, shimmery sequins, and more!
• Card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.8 x 14 cm)
• Envelope size: 4-1/2" x 5-3/4" (11.4 x 14.6 cm)
• Coordinating colors: Basic Gray, Real Red, Shaded Spruce, silver foil

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  • every Saturday!  I'll be there.....Independence Uptown Market    8AM-1PM

     

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Blue Moon

I know I have been MIA for a few days.....life happens and sometimes Crafting has to take a back seat.  I will be back at it this week as the Royals are almost over.  Another Season in the books, 20 years as a Ticket Seller.  My night off with pay was Friday the 13th, LUCKY me!!  I took a couple of shots during the game....wanted to share!

Appropriate name for this outfield bar.......sorry for the netting support in the picture, but to capture the Bar Sign it was inevitable!

And this shot is my favorite....love this place and so Blessed to be part of this Royals Family,

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*Need a NEW ANNUAL or Holiday Catalog?  Visit me at the Independence Uptown Market to pick up a copy or Email me and I will get one in the mail to you.  kswanson46@comcast.net

*Uptown Market Dates:  September 14th, 21st, 28th  7AM-1PM.



Paper Pumpkin sign up here!   Sneak peak of the Boxes!!  These make perfect GIFTS!!!

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Designer Paper sale starts September 4th!!!

  www.kathyswanson.stampinup.net

Use this Hostess Code 6WBHXVNV  and receive samples in your Thank You card!!

This Hostess code will close  Sunday SEP. 29th at 6pm.

if your order is $150 or more DO NOT use the code.  You have qualified for your own Hostess Benefits and can redeem them at the time of your order.  Check out the Hostess only sets on pages 205-207 of the new catalog.  The only way to earn these stamps is to have a $150 or more order.  Use your Hostess $$ to purchase the exclusive Hostess sets or purchase other catalog items.

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KC is the WINNER!

Actually there are 3 winners.  TWO comments on FaceBook and ONE on the Blog.  I love it when you guys give me feedback on the Posts.  It's so nice to know someone is reading.  I have been missing for a few days, I must admit this weekly Market is keeping me busy!  Only a few more days to get some retiring items so get those orders in if you want something from the Retiring list.  Just enter the number and if the item is no longer available you will know!

Here is the Front side of these adorable Sweet Cups!

And now of course that I made these I found a better stamp to use for stitching......Needle and Thread.  Love how you can bend Photopolymer stamps to create a curve!

And the Large Letters are a MUST HAVE!!  Get them while you still can!

Large Letters Framelits  141712 $99.00

Sweet Treat cups  148573  $8.50  Food Safe  10 cups  Great for table favors at Showers, Birthdays, Place holders.

Needle & Thread Bundle  150526 $45.75  GREAT stitching options in this Bundle!!  This Bundle, Letters and IN Color paper are while supplies LAST!!!

IN Color 6X6 paper stack  146963  $11.00  same pattern in ALL 5 colors 48 sheets

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 *Need a Occasions Catalog?  This catalog continues until June 3rd or while supplies last.  Email me and I will get one in the mail to you.  kswanson46@comcast.net

4 Bundles are SOLD OUT.  Birthday Cheer, Dear Doily, Wonderful Romance and Climbing Roses.  The Stamps can still be purchased but the Framelit supply has been depleted.

Paper Pumpkin sign up here!  June's kit is going to be adorable!!  Here is a Sneak peek...

*Check out My Calendar for May Classes and RSVP.   www.kathyswanson.stampinup.net

Use this Hostess Code RAEESV4D  and receive samples in your Thank You card!!

This Hostess code will close MAY 31st at 6pm.

if your order is $150 or more DO NOT use the code.  You have qualified for your own Hostess Benefits and can redeem them at the time of your order.  Check out the Hostess only sets on pages 226-229 of the new catalog.  The only way to earn these stamps is to have a $150 or more order.  Use your Hostess $$ to purchase the exclusive Hostess sets or purchase other catalog items.

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Is it Saturday Already?

Wow that week went fast....Royals Games, Rain, Royals Games, MORE Rain, Water in the basement, Snoopy has the Sneezes and the Grass needs cut something awful......But that will not detain me from being at Independence Farmer's market today!  7AM-1PM.

Come on by for Mother's Day, Graduation cards and some gift items.  Here is a Sneak peak of some more Coasters for a Special order.  The basement is so damp it is making my Blends Bleed a bit.  We need to dry out for a few days.  Everyone have a GREAT weekend! These Coasters were stamped with a Retired Stamp Set.  Look around and find some Flower stamps and give this a try,

Lilies and Daisies

And a new place with water in my basement?  Seeping in at the bottom of the stairs and running over towards the bathroom.  No more rain please!!

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  *  I will be at the Independence Uptown Market 7AM-1PM.  Saturday May 4th, 11th and 18th

*Need a Occasions Catalog?  This catalog continues until June 3rd or while supplies last.  Email me and I will get one in the mail to you.  kswanson46@comcast.net

4 Bundles are SOLD OUT.  Birthday Cheer, Dear Doily, Wonderful Romance and Climbing Roses.  The Stamps can still be purchased but the Framelit supply has been depleted.


May Paper Pumpkin kit      Paper Pumpkin sign up here!
12 cards and Envelopes in the MAY KIT!!

*Check out My Calendar for May Classes and RSVP.   www.kathyswanson.stampinup.net

Use this Hostess Code RAEESV4D  and receive samples in your Thank You card!!

This Hostess code will close MAY 31st at 6pm.

if your order is $150 or more DO NOT use the code.  You have qualified for your own Hostess Benefits and can redeem them at the time of your order.  Check out the Hostess only sets on pages 226-229 of the new catalog.  The only way to earn these stamps is to have a $150 or more order.  Use your Hostess $$ to purchase the exclusive Hostess sets or purchase other catalog items.

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Billy Joel

WOW what a concert!!  And to start off I purchased this little GEM with a Royal's ticket!!

I figure, I am OLD and he is OLDER so it is now or never if I am going to see the Piano Man!!  And for the Concert to be at the Stadium is icing on the cake!  Many of my co-workers are working and making the BIG BUCKS.  So will see them tonight too!

Here are some snaps......

We had lights on overhead, so it was hard to get a good picture.  But great seats on the Lexus Level, not many stairs, less crowded and were were out and to my house in 15 minutes...no joke!

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*Bonus Days  Redemption!!! Time to Spend in September and Redeem your codes!  Check your email for codes earned in August.

*Holiday Catalog starts September 5th If you need a copy of the Holiday catalog email me your info and I will mail you one!!  kswanson46@comcast.net

* Dashing Along Hostess Designer paper promo  Sep 1-30, Host a $250 party and earn this paper!!

*Purchase your Stamparatus from my Online Store and receive a FREE class on the use of this tool and a Circle and Square Template.  

Class will be scheduled for Local Customers at a mutually decided date and time.

Out of Town Customers?  I'll send you a Circle and Square Template and a Surprise with your Thank you card!

Stamparatus  146276  $49.00

Use this Hostess Code  CBQMUF2F  and receive samples in your Thank You card!!

This Hostess code will close September 30th at 6pm.

if your order is $150 or more DO NOT use the code.  You have qualified for your own Hostess Benefits and can redeem them at the time of your order.  Check out the Hostess only sets on pages 226-229 of the new catalog.  The only way to earn these stamps is to have a $150 or more order.  Use your Hostess $$ to purchase the exclusive Hostess sets or purchase other catalog items.

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Dandelion Wishes

This stamp set has been on my WISH list and it finally arrived!  You want it, trust me!! It also makes amazing Fireworks, I am late for that party, but hey you can Celebrate with Fireworks all year long!  The KC Royals have Fireworks every Friday Home game in the Summer and on the 4th!

My card today is a Wedding card in another NEW Color, Petal Pink!

I started with a Whisper White card base and a Petal Pink 5 1/4 X 4 inch mat.  I stamped the Sentiment and some random Dandelion fluff in Black ink.

I cut the Largest Scalloped Square and embossed with the NEW Tufted Embossing folder.  Stamped the Dandelions in Black on a Stitched Whisper White Square.  Sponged both layers with Petal Pink ink.  Then added some Rose Metallic Thread and the Petal Pink Sequins.  Romance at its finest! Perfect for an Anniversary also!

Dandelion Wishes  146744 Wood $28.00  146747 Clear $20.00

Tufted Embossing folder  146335  $9.00

Rose Metallic Thread  146915  $3.50

Basic Sequins  146933  $7.00

Petal Pink ink   147108  $7.50
Petal Pink card stock  146985 $8.50

JULY SPECIALS!!!

Buy 3 designer paper packs and get 1 FREE!!!  See list of papers at my store.  

www.kathyswanson.stampinup.net


Don't forget the $99 Join my Team Special!!  Get $125 in Product, FREE shipping and your Choice of an INK PAD collection. That's 10 ink pads for FREE a $75 value!!!  Choose from the IN Colors, Brights, Subtles, Regals or Neutrals.  10 FREE ink pads!!  And I will throw in a 6X6 Designer paper stack to match the ink collection you choose!!  

You NEVER have to sell anything, you can BUY at a discount and enjoy all the Pre-orders and Demo benefits!

Purchase your Stamparatus from my Online Store and receive a FREE class on the use of this tool and a Circle and Square Template.  

Class will be scheduled for Local Customers at a mutually decided date and time.

Out of Town Customers?  I'll send you a Circle and Square Template and a Surprise with your Thank you card!

Stamparatus  146276  $49.00

Use this HOSTESS  VCQMRRP4 code .  This Hostess Code will close July 14th at 6pm.

if your order is $150 or more DO NOT use the code.  You have qualified for your own Hostess Benefits and can redeem them at the time of your order.  Check out the Hostess only sets on pages 226-229 of the new catalog.  The only way to earn these stamps is to have a $150 or more order.  Use your Hostess $$ to purchase the exclusive Hostess sets or purchase other catalog items.

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The 4th at the K.

Beautiful Day

Wow and the last few days have been Beautiful!!  My Trees are in bloom, Birds are singing, Royals are winning......Life is Good!  Mint Macaron is BACK as a core color.....HAPPY DANCE!!!

The more I cut into this paper, the more I love the patterns and ALL the Luscious colors!! Today's card uses BOTH sides of the paper.  I saw this idea on the Demo Face Book page, thought I took a picture of the creator and of course now I cannot find her name. 

Pretty Simple concept.  Cut the Designer paper 4 1/4 X 5 1/2, normal card front size.  Cut your card base 5 1/2 X 5.  Score at 4 1/4.  The 3/4 piece will be your Border for the front of the card! Adhere your Designer paper to this Border.......and OPEN........

What a WOW to open the card and have MORE Designer paper!!!  This is very THICK paper, so perfect for a card front and you do not cover up all this loveliness!!  This Script pattern is in the NEW IN Color Grapefruit Grove.

The Sentiment from "Love What You Do" stamp set was cut out with the Layering Circles Framelits, backed with Mint Macaron.  A few of the Colored Pearls and Velvet Ribbon from the "Gotta Have it All" bundle and some Silver Sequins for Sparkle!!  This card will make Anyone's Day Beautiful!!!

Gotta Have it All Bundle  149526  $127.50  see the individual items in this Bundle when you visit my website!  AND you get 3 FREE items when you order this Bundle!!

Layering Circles Framelits  141705  $35.00

Mini Silver Sequins Trim  144230  $6.00

Use this HOSTESS  code RAZHADQ2.  This Hostess Code will close May 30th at 6pm.

If your order is $150 or more DO NOT use the code.  You have qualified for your own Hostess Benefits and can redeem them at the time of your order.  Check out the Hostess only sets on pages 220-223 of the catalog.  The only way to earn these stamps is to have a $150 or more order.  Use your Hostess $$ to purchase the exclusive Hostess sets or purchase other catalog items.

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