The Stampin' Grounds

How to Create Your Own Background Papers in MDS

Whew!  The 2 weeks of Spring Break are over and done with.  I have been ITCHING to get back to crafting, let me tell you!  Today I have something special for you - I designed a scrapbook page for my hubby's 40th birthday last year (he got a bass guitar as a group gift from everyone), and I have created a tutorial below for you to learn how to make your own background pages and save them for later use in other projects.  

I had some requests to list the elements of MDS I used so you know what you want to get, so I also did that below to help you out.  This is a super-simple page (even if it looks complex) - I had a lot of fun putting it together, and I think 'black' works so well for his 40th, don't you? ;)

Here's the video tutorial so you can try it yourself - if you have MDS and are in the area, feel free to drop in for tonight's MDS class - it's free and we'll be doing this technique live and in person so you can ask your questions if you run into problems!

The elements of My Digital Studio that I used for this project are:

• Vintage Overlays Stampset, overlays 1, 2, 6, 7, 8
• Modern Label Punch
• Calendar (from the menu on the right)
• Buttons Pack - Neutral
• Flag Punch
• 2012 Modern Prints
• Delightful Digital Tape
• Stitching

Remember - you can try My Digital Studio for FREE for 30 days!  Click here to order it from my online store now, (click on 'shop now' under my name to see the store) and then plan to come to my monthly FREE class to teach you the ins and outs of getting amazing digital designs as you craft!

Who Wants to Try My Digital Studio for FREE for 30 days??

WOW WOW WOW!  I LOVE this deal!  Starting today, you get to try My Digital Studio for FREE for 30 days!!  Not only that, but as of this month, I have changed my My Digital Studio classes to have an intro to the program for the first 1/2 hour of every class, starting this month!  Check this out and sign up to save your spot now!!

You May Want To Sit Down For This!

WOW!  I just saw this come across the wire, and had to share!  I know lots of you are planning to do custom Holiday Cards this year with My Digital Studio, and this bulk pricing is really going to help you out!  WOO HOO!

We've been busy at Stampin' Up! and we're excited to share the newest updates to My Digital Studio that came just in time for the holidays—and all those fantastic holiday cards you’ll need to send and gifts you’ll need to give.

Bulk Pricing

We now have discounts—up to 25 percent—on select print products when you order in bulk. And the bulk pricing is here to stay. Even better, if you’re a demonstrator, you can get your demonstrator discount on top of the bulk discount for extreme savings. (Not a demonstrator? You might want to think about joining.)

My Digital Studio offers the perfect solution for your holiday cards. They are beautiful, personal, and (most importantly) a time-saver in the busiest season of the year. Create one card, and print several in a matter of a few clicks. All our card types (greeting cards, postcards, and trifold cards) come in bulk pricing! You can also get tags to dress up and personalize your gifts, or swatchbooks, for a wonderful, thoughtful present for your extended family members or a group of friends.

New Print Products & Software Updates

With the newest software update, you’ll also see more functionality, including the ability to create customizable calendars, as well as more print options (a board book, different paper options, and more).

You can explore our print products, including the newest additions here or download a PDF with all of our print pricing, including bulk pricing for CAN.  

Update your software today here and start creating your holiday gift designs!

New Limited-time Hostess Option

Get the exclusive hostess-only Savor the Season Ensemble Content CD (127752, $16.00 US/$20 CAN) with your hostess dollars. Available October 3-December 31, 2011. It's perfect for making holiday projects and gifts! Content includes: 36-piece stamp brush set, 10 Designer Series Paper patterns, 8 embellishments, 4 punches, 3 designer templates (2 greeting cards and 1 postcard), 20 decor template pages (use to make paper gift bows, banners, mini boxes, treat labels and more.)

Contact me today to host a workshop!

Hostess-only items are available for purchase with hostess dollars from qualifying workshop orders of $200 CAN or more.

Aren't you glad you sat down for all of these exciting announcements?

--My Digital Studio Team

Look at the 5th Project for Breastcancer Fundraiser!

The 5th project for my HUGE Stamp Out Breastcancer Fundraiser is this scrapbook display - for the life of me, I can't get a good shot of it, as the acrylic pane is distorting the image, but hopefully you can extrapolate from the pic what it's like!

This is such a fun, easy project to make with a big wow factor at the end.  What a great gift to give a friend!  I am holding ONE LAST Fundraiser on September 18th from noon-5pm - make sure you register to get yourself on the list for this FABULOUS cause and incredible deal!

Click here to learn more and to register!