Snowmen & Snowflakes

by Bonnie Hershfeldt, November 22, 2021

What - it's already the week of Thanksgiving?  My clock is spinning as fast as it can and I'm working hard to keep up with it!  How about you - are the days just zipping by?  Are you ready for Thanksgiving?  I realized that I hadn't taken the turkey out to thaw until yesterday afternoon - I may have to help it along a bit before Thrusday.  Are you counting down the days until the next holiday?  34 more days until 12/25.  I have a couple of other milestones that I am counting down.  16 more days until we leave for Fort Lauderdale for our 10 day Southern Caribbean cruise - woohoo!  And the biggest one, 17 more work days and retirement here I come!  I am sure this is why the days are just spinning for me!  

I made it through my 1st craft fair - Yippee!!!  It was a lot of work to get there, but I did it!  Another item checked off my list.  I am now better prepared for next year's craft fair as I learned a number of tricks/tips.  I may even try to apply for a few more since once I had all the items packed up, they are ready the next fair.  I was so excited to meet so many paper crafters at the craft fair.  I'm hopeful to meet again soon for a future crafting event.   It's always more fun to craft with others!  

Between the craft fair, may crazy day job and finishing up a few custom requests, I really got behind on prepping for this weekend's Snowmen and Snowflakes Card Class.  My sincere apologies.  I'm hopeful it's not too late for my crafting friends to sign up for these adorable snowmen and stunning snowflake cards.  Perfect for sending to that someone special to let them know that you are thinking about them over the holidays!     


The Snowmen & Snowflakes card class consists of 6 cards - 3 snowmen and 3 snowflakes.  Since I was so late in getting out the registration, this will be a card only class - no additional products with the kit.  The cost of the class, kit and PDF is $15.00. 

The 1st card in the Snowman series is made with the Snowman Season Photopolymer Stamp Set.  Doesn't he just make you smile!  


The next card is a fun fold card using a Double Z-fold design.  This is another adorable Snowman from the Snowman Season Photopolymer Stamps.  He just makes me giggle!  


The next card is a vintage Snowman - who doesn't like a good vintage card?  I cased this from page 21 from the 2021 July - December Mini Catalog.  I changed this up a bit by using the Wintry 3D embossing Folder, Stampin' Blend markers and Rhinestones to dress up the snowman.  


The next card begins the Snowflakes series.  I cased this from page 12 from the 2021 July - December Mini Catalog.  The Pool Party and Grey color scheme called to me!  I changed mine up by using Silver Foil, Silver Metallic Ribbon and Rhinestones.  

Merry Snowflakes Bundle


The next snowflake card is a fun shaker card using the So Many Snowflakes Dies.  I cased this from page 90 in the 2021 Annual catalog.  I changed up the color scheme and oriented the card in portrait mode.  I used Subtle Shimmer Sequins from the Peaceful Place Collection as the filler for the shaker.  

The last and final Snowflake card uses my favorite blending brushes and the So Many Snowflakes dies.  I cased the card from page 90 of the 2021 Annual Catalog but changed it up a bit.  I created a blended background of blues and purples, and by mistake cut out the medium snowflake from the background.  I think I recovered fairly well by using a snowflake of Highland Heather to fill in the open spot left from the die.  


Click Here to register for the class by Wednesday, 11/24.  I hope to see you on Saturday, 11/27 from 10 am - 2pm.  



Wow - this is an amazing promotion during the month of November for anyone that's been thinking of joining my team.  For only a $75 investment, you receive $125 in product!  That's anything that you have on your wish list from both of the current catalogs.  You can totally customize your Starter Kit.  Did I say Wow?  

What an excellent opportunity to jump on!  What are the advantages of joining my team:  1) 20% discount on all of your purchases, 2) early access to pre-order from the new catalogs and early release products, 3) and making new friends with other creative crafters on my team!    

If you have any questions, please feel free to call me, email me, messenger me, text me and I would love answer your questions and help you sign up!  Please note that you are not required to demonstrate - but you never know - this may open up an opportunity that you didn't even dream of!  



I am itching to get back to my project for Eden's Garden.  I received a stunning gift card holder using this collection.  I'll get a photo of it and share with you late this week.  

Please note:  The Garden Gems, the Eden's Garden Specialty DSP, and the Ever Eden's Cotton Paper from this beautiful suite are only available through January 3, 2022.  The Bundle will carry over into the new 2022 January - June Mini Catalog debuting on 1/3/22.  Please do not miss out on this stunning collection!  



Reminder our next Monthly Kit Gathering has been rescheduled to Friday, 12/3 due to the Thanksgiving holiday.  

The last class for 2021 will be Gift Bags, Gift Card Holders and Gift Boxes on 12/4.  If you need some fun ways to gift your family and loved ones - this is the class for you!   Sadly, I'm behind on making a couple of more projects for this class.  I'll post this weekend!  

I shared my new upcoming class schedule for 1st quarter at the Carbon Valley Craft Fair.  I haven't quite determined what we will be doing yet for all the classes listed as I hadn't yet received my new 2022 January - June Mini Catalog/Sale-a-Bration brochure.  I did get my new catalog and brochure late last week with my small preorder of brand new amazing products that were available from OnStage.  

OnStage is a 2 1/2 day Stampin' Up! demonstator event packed full of new product demonstrations and business training - all full of excitement and energy!  I wasn't able to attend in person as it conflicted with the craft fair.  I'm slowly making my way through all of the recorded content and enjoying the demos of the upcoming new products!  Stampin' Up! has done it again with yet another beautiful catalog showcasing some amazing new products.  Preorder for more product starts on December 1 for demonstrators - I have my wish list put together!  

I'll be preparing for my Catalog Launch Openhouse on Saturday, January 15.  Mark your calendars to come by and see projects showcasing the new products and have fun with Make-n-Take's, door prizes and retired product sale!   


Sadly, the 2021 July - December Mini Catalog will be retiring a number of products (many are favorites) on January 3.  Click Here to see which products are retiring on 1/3/2022.  Discounted prices are listed for some of the products.  Start making your wish list so you are ready to place your order on 12/1.  Once they are gone, they are gone.  Ordering period from the Last Chance Sale will be 12/1/2021 - 1/3/22. 

Click Here if you are interested in seeing what will carry over into next year's catalog.  I'm glad to see many of my favorites on this list - whew!     



Lots of Pun December 2021 Paper Pumpkin

What’s not to “loaf” about a punny joke? It never hurts to have a little laughter, light-heartedness, and humor sprinkled into your schedule. If you’re a fan of fun, get a kick out of clever crafts, and can’t keep it together when you hear a classic knee-slapper, you’ll go bananas over this month’s cute ‘n’ quirky kit!

The Lots of Pun Paper Pumpkin Kit includes enough egg-citing elements to create nine cards and coordinating envelopes. From giddy gingham to splatters and stripes, this playful Paper Pumpkin kit features a fun and fresh look with one-of-a-kind patterns and designs! Egg-cellent for any occasion, reason, or season throughout the year, the kit’s pun-packed stamp set provides completely customizable characters for a very versatile crafting experience. Pair each stamp with its matching die-cut snack, then mix up the faces and accessories for an absolutely adorable accent!

Pick up your friends and family with pun-filled projects. December’s delightful kit is sure to make ‘em smile!

The kit contains enough elements to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and 9 coordinating envelopes. This all-inclusive kit includes printed card bases, die-cut paper pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!

The Lots of Pun Stamp Set is a builder stamp set! This means the included images can be mixed and matched to build a variety of unique characters with different looks and features.

Coordinating colors: Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Granny Apple Green, Pool Party, Poppy Parade. 

If you haven't yet tried a Paper Pumpkin kit, Lots of Pun would be a perfect start to your Paper Pumpkin adventure!  Paper Pumpkin is a monthly subscription kit that you can purchase as a 1-month, 3-month, 6-month or 12-month subscription.  You can place your subscription on hold if you would like.  Just a reminder to take off hold before the 10th of the month to order your next month's kit.  

Order your Lots of Pun Kit by December 10th.  This will make a great kit to bring to our January Monthly Kit Gathering on 1/28/22!   




Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving.  I hope you have an enjoyable long weekend with loved ones and friends - connecting, sharing and being so thankful for each other.   

Keep on Crafting!  

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