Stamp, Scrap & Create with Chris

Computer Issues

Yes - I am still having computer issues!!  As a matter of fact, right now,  I don't have a computer at al!!  This couldn't happen at a worse time!!  We have a new catalog right now!!

My DH brought home his laptop home from work, so I can get a couple of things done this weekend!!

If you need to contact me, you can do so the following ways:

Phone: 973-729-1805

Email: chris@stampwithchris.com (thank goodness I got that Blackberrry before Christmas!)

            chrisrlitch@embarqmail.com (alternate email)

I do have the new catty's, and I am trying to plan an Open House.  Unfortunately, I don't even have access to my calendar right now!

Look for the invite, but also check out my website, I'm going to try to update that this weekend as well.

The upside of all of this - I am getting a lot of stamping time - THERE IS NOTHING ELSE FOR ME TO DO!!

Have a great day ~~ Chris

New Catalog is Here!!

The new 2009 Spring/Summer Idea Book and Catalog is here, and of course, it is AMAZING!!

There are lots and lots of great new stamp sets, Designer Series Papers (including TEXTURED DSP's!), fun new accessories, new Big Shot Dies (if you don't have a Big Shot yet, you are definitely going to want one now!), and some really great new Decor Elements (including stencils!)!!

In addition, there are going to be lots of additions and upgrades to our Stampin' Up! websites!  I am still unable to download pictures and files, but you can go to my website to view the catalog now.  I am hoping to have all the necessary information back on the blog by the end of the week.

Have a great day!

~ Chris

Computer Issues & Retired Accessories UPDATE

Good Morning!!

Well - so much for my big "back to work" push!  Early this week, the hard drive on my computer crashed.  I guess not entirely, but it is "failing"!!  I spent the better part of 2 days on the phone with Dell trying my best to get the computer to the point where I could at least save my pictures (of course we had no external hard drive - but we have been talking about it since the summer :))

The short version - the hard drive is on the way.  I can access the internet, but other than Word or Excel, I have lost all other programs!!  I am getting my email on my cell phone, but it's very difficult to read!  I'm going to try to work with the email program via the internet.  As far as the computer availability that I do have - I think I may be living on borrowed time!!

This all should be resolved by early next week, so bear with me until then!!

Retired Accessories Update:

I have updated the Retired Accessories List below.  Remember, these items, as well as all Retiring Stamp sets, are only available until Sunday, January 18.  So hurry if there is any items that you want!!  You can give me a call, but with the current computer problems, go directly to my website and order online.

Don't forget, Monday, January 19, at 2:00, you'll be able to view the new Spring/Summer Idea Book and Catalog online!!

Back to Work Week

After taking much of December off (a relative term really - I actually worked my butt off for most of the month!), I am officially declaring this week my "back to work" week!!

I do need your help though.  I am currently working on my Winter Class List, and I would really like your input!!  If you have any ideas, and would like to share them, just let me know!

Here is some of the input I am looking for:

• What types of classes would you like to have (i.e. product, technique, card, scrapbook, home decor)?
• What time/day of the week is best for you?

• How often would you like to have classes

You can either leave a comment on this post, or send me an email.  All comments are greatly appreciated!!

Thanks ~ Chris

Inventory Blowout Sale!!

I know that it's been a long time since I have posted any updates.  Let's just say it's been a very busy month! 

I made a bunch of my Christmas gifts this year, we had a very nice pre-holiday visit from my sister and her family from Virginia, we had a C-R-A-Z-Y Christmas Day, celebrated my oldest daughter Morgan's Sweet 16, painted the girls bedrooms, SWITCHED the girls bedrooms, visited with family and friends, and managed to watch a bunch of movies!! 

But I'll share more on that later in the week, because I want to get to today's big Stampin' UP! news!

Stampin' Up! released their Retiring Accessories List today.  I know I say this with every catalog, but there are some things that I am sad to see go!!  I know that they are making room for some fabulous new accessories and stamp sets, but sometimes six months just isn't enough time!!

In conjunction with theRetiring Accessories List, Stampin' Up! is holding it's first Inventory Blowout Sale!!  From now until January 18, you can get retired, retiring, and current products at up to 50% off!!

Remember, the supplies are limited, and are only while supplies last.

Give me a call to place your order, or go directly to my website and order there!

Retired Accessories List:

Here's the complete list of retiring accessories.  I'll update as items are no longer available.

Last updated January 14, 4:10pm (MT)

Item #	Product Description	Availability
111377	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS ROOF GARDEN
112012	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS SEASON TO SHARE
112088	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS TRUE ELEGANCE
102782	ALBUM LEATHER BLACK 12X12	Not Available
104188	ALBUM LEATHER BLACK 6X6
105384	ALBUM LINEN POST MELLOW MOSS 6X6*	Not Available
104516	ALBUM LINEN POST NAVY 6X6
105381	ALBUM LINEN POST REAL RED 6X6*	Not Available
103977	BUTTONS BOLD BRIGHTS*
103978	BUTTONS EARTH ELEMENTS
103981	BUTTONS EARTH ELEMENTS & NEUTRALS
105446	BUTTONS RICH REGALS
105445	BUTTONS SOFT SUBTLES
103604	DAYS-TO-REMEMBER CALENDAR 12X12
102174	DAYS-TO-REMEMBER CALENDAR 8 1/2X11
112465	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BANBURY	Not Available
112462	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GEORGIA PEACH
112463	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GHOSTLY GREETINGS
112040	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GREEN TEA
112470	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HAIKU
112460	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HAWAII PAPAYA
112469	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER HOLIDAY TREASURES
112458	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER JUNIOR VARSITY
112459	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MAINE BLUEBERRY
112466	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MUIRFIELD
112149	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PARISIAN SUMMER	Not Available
112467	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PRESTWICK	Not Available
111355	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SUMMER PICNIC
112039	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER WINDSOR KNOT
112963	ELEMENTOS PARA TARJETAS DIAS FESTIVOS HECHOS A MANO SIMPLY SENT
106523	ENVELOPE TEMPLATE FIVE-IN-ONE CARD COVER
104104	ENVELOPE TEMPLATE MINI	Not Available
107298	ENVELOPES CONFETTI WHITE MEDIUM
110695	ENVELOPES OPEN END KRAFT SMALL
109115	ENVELOPES OPEN END VERY VANILLA SMALL
103372	METAL EDGE TAGS ALUMINUM WHITE SQUARE
107925	ON BOARD BITTY BOOK*
109190	ON BOARD CLIPBOARD 9X9*
109180	ON BOARD SIMON UPPER
112086	ON BOARD SOMETHING SEASONAL
107923	PAGE PROTECTORS RING 3.25 X 3.25	Not Available
104942	PUNCH 1/4 INCH CIRCLE	Not Available
104943	PUNCH 1/4 INCH SQUARE
107273	PUNCH 3/4 INCH SQUARE
104389	PUNCH DOUBLE CIRCLE*
100391	PUNCH HANDHELD 1/8 INCH CIRCLE	Not Available
104830	RIBBON GINGHAM CARAMEL
104829	RIBBON GINGHAM LIGHT BLUE
104828	RIBBON GINGHAM LIGHT PINK
104831	RIBBON GINGHAM MOSS
109037	RIBBON GROSGRAIN MORE MUSTARD 1/4 INCH
110282	RUB ON ANCHORED
111806	RUB ON CHILLS & THRILLS
111805	RUB ON SCHOOL DAYS
111417	RUB ON WORD FLURRIES
110283	RUB ONS TAKE NOTE
112193	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN I WISH
112186	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN PINA COLADA
112068	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SUMMER HOME	Not Available
112043	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN U R SWEET
112061	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN WINTER RETREAT	Not Available
112016	SIMPLY SENT CARD ELEMENTS HANDMADE HOLIDAY
109868	SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT LIFELONG NOTES
103647	STAMPIN STORE MINI
105813	WRITE ME A MEMORY FONT CD VOL II
	Retiring Wheels
107212	MATEYS MAP
106749	BRIGHT BULBS
109672	BRONCO	Not Available
104100	MAKING TRACKS
108978	SANDY SHELLS	Not Available
110332	SNOW
101233	SNOWFLAKE
109694	SWEET STARS
111249	TAKE A NUMBER

*This item is discounted and included on the Inventory Blowout.