The Red Haired Stamper

Fall Retreat - last call for the Early Bird Price!

Hello Creative Folks!

I am already so excited about the Fall Retreat at Rosemary Heights Retreat Center in beautiful Sunny Surrey, BC.

DATE: November 7,8,9th 2014

We have had the best response ever so far for this event and it is filling fast! If you wish to attend I do recommend booking now.  Augsut 31st is the last chance to get the early bird price of $295. After the 31st the regular price of $310 will be in effect.

If you wish to attend please email me at theredhairedstamper@gmail.com

Please note I will be on the road a few times during the month of August so if you do not hear back from me immediately please bear with me. I will get back to you as soon as I have WiFi.

Here are some details of what is included:

 

• • A private room complete with linens and towels (some shared rooms available on a first requested basis
  • Six full, delicious meals (dinner Friday to lunch Sunday)
  • Delightful daily pillow gifts
  • A fabulous goodie bag valued at over $50! 
  • Door prizes
  • The BIG Raffle
  • 50/50 draws
  • Use of your very own 6' long table including plenty of space around your chair for totes, etc.
  • Optional classes
  • Inspiration station
  • Tool Bar inluding Big Shot station with tons of dies, all my punches and all my stamps and inks!
  • Guaranteed FUN!
  • HUGE BOGO Garage sale!

  Optional Class list will be posted in September! I just recieved the new Holiday Catalogue and trust me...the classes will be awesome!

Hope you can join us!

Sue, The Red Haired Stamper

Hostess Club Cards

Had a lovely day stamping with my Club Ladies in May. We made four cards and they got a sneak peek at some of the new toys.

Here are two of the cards we made in May.:

A lovely vintage take using the stamp set "Blooming with Kindness"

Cardstock: Crumb Cake; Chocolate Chip; Very Vanilla

Inks: Crumbcake; Chocolate Chip

Stamps: French Script; Blooming with Kindness

Misc: Basic Pearls; Stampin' Sponges

The next card used the masking and sponging technique. You tear some scrap paper and stick it down on your cardstock base and then spong the open areas of the card. Before we took the mask off we then stamped the patterned trellis on the same area.

Punched and sponged the edges of the butterflies and flowers and adhered with glue dots and added lots of bling. Add whatever greeting you like and voila! Easy and quick card that looks like you put lots more effort into it than it required!

TIP: Use our Paper Piercing Tool to lift and place your diamonds, pearls and candy dots. They won't go flying!

Cardstock: Whisper White; Pool Party

Inks: Whisper White; Pool Party and Tempting Tourquoise (the trellis)

Stamps: Summer Silhouette (trellis); Blooming With Kindness (Greeting)

Misc: Stampin' Sponges; Elegant Butterfly Punch; Bitty Butterfly Punch; Petite Petals       Punch; Rhinestone Basic Jewels. Paper Piercing Tool

 

My next round of Club Classes starts on June 14th. I would love to invite you to come and see what it is all about. RSVP on my website

You can commit to the Club for 12 months with a monthly order of $33 and enjoy all the benefits including earning FREE hostess benefits once during the commitment period and you get a Technique page each month to take home with you. Not sure the commitment is for you? How about just joining us for the class, we make 4 cards each month, and the cost is $15 or FREE with a $33 order places on the day.

If you don't live close to me and would like to be a part of the club I will make the cards for you each month and mail them out and you will enjoy the benefits of the club like hostess freebies and technique pages.

Contact me for all the information!

Sue

The Red Haired Stamper!

 

 

 

 

Last Call for The Paper Angels Retreat - 25-27 April, 2014

I'm thrilled to be bringing you another  weekend packed with creativity, friendship, sharing and FUN! Please consider joining us at our Spring Paper Angels Crafting Retreat on April 25-27th 2014!

This crafting retreat is offered semi-annually and is in it's fifth consectutive year!  The Spring event is very popular so don't delay in registering.  You can bring your latest card, scrapbooking, digital creations - or anything crafty - you've been working on and get them finished while enjoying a stress free, pampered and inspirational weekend with other crafters! Knitters and other crafters are welcome. The location is so beautiful!

 The event is held at Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre in beautiful South Surrey, BC - even though it's located in a large municipality it truly is nestled away in a wonderful, tranquil setting - you would think you were away in the country. The number one comment we get is how amazing the location is and how fabulous the food is too!

 Earlybird price up to Feb 28th is $275pp / After is $310pp (mention this post and you will get it for $295). Refer a friend and get a $20 class credit!

• • A private room complete with linens and towels (some shared rooms available on a first requested basis
  • Six full, delicious meals (dinner Friday to lunch Sunday)
  • Delightful daily pillow gifts
  • A fabulous goodie bag valued at over $50! 
  • Door prizes
  • Raffles
  • 50/50 draws
  • Use of your very own 6' long table including plenty of space around your chair for totes, etc.
  • Optional classes
  • Inspiration station
  • Tool Bar inluding Big Shot station with tons of dies, all my punches and all my stamps and inks!
  • Guaranteed FUN!
  • HUGE BOGO Garage sale!
• This is my fourth time offering my retreat at this location and 8th retreat overall! I hope you will join us. Register HERE and I will follow up with you.                                

At this time I am also able to offer a limited amount of one night stays for FRI-SAT and one day events on the Saturday. These spaces are limited so please let me know immediately if you are interested.

Hope you can join us!

Sue, The Red Haired Stamper

This months Hostess Club Creations

This month was a little different. I always have a Christmas luncheon for my Club Ladies. So for our class prior to lunch (yummy curried chicken and lentil soup) we did two technique pages and two samples. Here are the cards we made!
Both samples use re-inkers to color them.

The first is embossed in white..then the petals are painted with white reinker and allowed to dry. You then Paint over the white in the colour of your choice..I use Wisteria Wonder on this one. I also sponged the edges of the top layer of the card and embossed it with white embossing powder. I love this technique!

 

This one was done on Watercolour Paper but you can also use our shimmery white cardstock. You want a paper/cardstock that will be able to be spritzed with water.

Again emboss the image in white. Spritz the image very well with water. Then put the tip of your paint brush into the lighter shade of reinker first and then touch the wet image..it's like magic and totall addictive as the water carries the colour out to the edges of the image. The embossing works like a dam and keeps the colour within the lines. It's such a cool techinique! My nickname for it is Watercolouring for Dummies :-)

(BTW..the script embossing folder is only available until the end of the month! I do have an order going in today if you want me to add it on for you? Just drop me a quick e-mail. Thanks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can join the class as a member and just place a minimum monthly order or you can just drop in and pay a fee. Each class  includes a technique sheet and sample and two other cards.

I would love to have you join us. Classes are usually held on the first Saturday of the month! Cost is $20 or $5 with a minimum $33 order on the day.

Thanks for stopping by!

Sue, The Red Haired Stamper.

 

 

It's HERE!! The class list for our upcoming retreat!

I am sooo excited about these classes! They are available for our retreat attendees but once they have decided what classes they would like to take then we will open any available spots to our customers. So if you are coming to the retreat you will have recieved this info already and if you are not joining us .. WHY NOT??? lol Seriously, you can send me a note and I will put you on the wait list and we will advise you by Sunday evening if we have space! Registration closes on Sunday!! This is FIRM so we can order all the goodies for the classes!

 

 

Rosemary Heights Retreat Classes 3690 152nd Street, Surrey, BC

Register by Sunday, November 24th ‐ spaces are limited

Joy Banner – Friday, November 29th – 7:00 – 9:00 pm ‐ $30

Create a beautiful banner for your mantle or holiday home décor using the Banner kits. You can create any work you’d like – how about Peace, Joy, Brrrr, Winter – anything you want! Class includes nine canvas pennants and the Christmas Banner Simply Created Accessory Kit! What are you going to “say” on your banner?

Festive Mixed Media – Saturday, November 30th – 9:30 am – 12:00 pm ‐ $30

Explore your inner artist with this fun home décor project perfect for the holidays! But be careful these are addictive! Please bring a heat tool to class – all other supplies provided.

 

 

 

 Christmas Stamp A Stack Class – Saturday, November 30th – 2:00 – 4:00 pm ‐ $25

 

Just in time for those last minute cards you will be proud to send to your friends & family. You’ll make 10 cards (5 designs, 2 of each design) in class. Class includes the Season of Style Paper Stack.

Festive Framed Sampler – Saturday, November 30th – 7:00 – 9:00 pm ‐ $30

You’ll be thrilled to display this beautiful framed 12” x 12” sampler during the holidays (frame is not included). It just sparkles in real life!

There is an alternative card option (make nine 3” x 3” cards/envelopes).

Class includes one package of silver glimmer paper, 1⁄2 package of Winter Frost Designer Series Paper and 6 Frosted Finishes Embellishments.

You’ll have lots of product left over to create even more beautiful projects at home!

 

Bags & Tags – Sunday, December 1st – 10:00 am – 12:00 noon ‐ $30

 

It’s so funny when you watch little children opening presents because they think the box or packaging is sometimes better than the actual gift! That’s how you’ll feel about our adorable, gorgeous and fun Mini Muslin bags! You’ll receive a full package of the bags (8) and a full bottle of Dazzling Details (wait until you see the magic this creates!!) and you will make four in class in four different styles. You’ll also make two beautiful gift tags! (a surprise!!)

Please bring a basic stamping tool kit to classes – scissors, adhesives (including dimensionals & glue dots) – mark all items with your name.

NOTE:

There is still space left in the Retreat – registrants will receive first chance at the classes and remaining spaces will be offered to customers who are not attending. You can come for the day (Saturday ‐ $95) or the entire weekend (Friday – Sunday $295). Includes all meals, accommodation, goodie bag and more!

 

I hope you will join us!!

 

Sue / The Red Haired Stamper

Paper Angels Craft Retreat

I'm thrilled to be involved with bringing you a weekend packed with creativity, friendship, sharing and FUN! Please consider joining us at our fall Paper Angels Crafting Retreat on November 29 - December 1st!

This crafting retreat is offered semi-annually and is in it's fourth consectutive year!  The fall event always sells out so don't miss out on joining us this year.  You can bring your latest card, scrapbooking, digital creations - or anything crafty - you've been working on and get them finished while enjoying a stress free, pampered and inspirational weekend with other crafters!

The event is held at Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre in Surrey, BC - even though it's located in a large municipality it truly is nestled away in a wonderful, tranquil setting - you would think you were away in the country.  Here's a link to more information about the facility.  The number one comment we get is how amazing the location is and how fabulous the food is too!

 

 

The cost of the entire weekend is $295 and includes:

• a private room complete with linens and towels (some shared rooms available on a first requested basis) 
• six full, delicious meals (dinner Friday to lunch Sunday)
• delightful pillow gifts
• a fabulous goodie bag valued at over $50! 
• door prizes
• raffles
• 50/50 draws
• use of your very own 6' long table including plenty of space around your chair for totes, etc.
• optional classes including a free My Digital Studio class! (details to come)
• inspiration station, tool bar, Big Shot station, punches, and stamps galore
• and FUN, FUN, FUN!

 A $100 deposit secures your spot (refundable to September 30th) with the remaining amount due at that time. REGISTER HERE and i will be in touch with you shortly.

So come get your "Craft On" and hang with some pretty amazing stampers, artists, scrapbookers and more!  

Link to our Blog which will be updated with information as it becomes available - the theme is Holiday and the classes will include lots of Christmas themed projects!

Christmas Stamp Camp!! August 24th..come join the fun!

Hopefully by now you all have the amazing Holiday Catalogue in your hot little hands and have been drooling over the amazing new stamps and products - If you have not recieved it yet please drop me a line or leave a comment and let me know and I'll get one out to you immediately! surich@shaw.ca / 604-614-8264

My friend, Alison Solven and I have been busy creating classes using the Christmas themed products from the new Seasonal Catalogue. Each class at our Stamp Camp will include product that you will use in the class but also have loads of goodies to take home and keep the creative juices flowing long after the day is over!

It will be an all day event filled with four classes for you to pick from - take one, two, three or all four classes!

SPECIAL: *Each class is $30 BUT if you register for all four classes you will pay $100 (that's a $20 savings!)

REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE!

Here are some peeks at the classes we are offering!

Snow Day!

Time: 9:00am - Cost $30*

In ireland we didn't get many 'snow days' while growing up but i do remember pelting our teachers with snowballs one epic year! They were good sports until we threw one in the class room LOL!

In this class we'll use the adorable Snow Day Stamp Set to create four cute cards!  This class includes the Season of Style Designer Series Paper Stack and 1/2 bolt of the Burlap Ribbon – you'll have lots left over to take home to create even more fabulous cards!

 

 

 

To Die For!

Time: 10:45 am - Price :$30*

There are so many amazing new dies available that it seemed like a good idea to play with some of them in class!  The cards will use a variety of embossing folders, framelits and more!  We'll even use the brand new Thinlet Dies that make moving cards easily!  You'll receive the Pretty Print Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (or substitute the Stylish Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder) and one package of Basic Rhinestones with your class fee!  *One more card is being designed with the sizzling new flip card die and I'll update this page asap with it!*

 

 
Baby It's Cold Outside

Time: 1:00 pm - Cost: $30*

Four gorgeous and elegant cards using the Frosted Finishes Embellishments and Silver 1/8" Ribbon – you'll receive the entire package of both products in the class and will have lots to take home for use in future projects!

 You are going to LOVE the Frosted Embellishment. Probably my favourite emblellishment EVER!!

 

 

 

Naughty or Nice??

Time: 2:45pm / Priced: $30

This class will use the Santa's List stamp set (included in your class fee / Clear Mount style) to create four deliciously vintage Santa themed cards.  Don't worry we won't tell Santa if your naughty.

 

 

 

SPECIAL: Here's what's included in the $100, all day, all classes option:

16 beautiful, over the top cards using all new product from the Holiday Catalogue. 

1 1/4" Burlap Ribbon - 2.5 yards - value $6

Season of Style DSP Stack - value $10.50

Santa's List Stamp Set (clear mount) value $20

Silver 1/8" Ribbon - value $8.50

Frosted Finishes Embellishments - value $11

Pretty Print Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (or substitute Stylish Stripes Folder) - value $12.25

Basic Jewels Rhinestones - value $8

Coffee, tea, water and light refreshments.  Please bring your own lunch if you plan to stay all day!

So let's recap:

16 gorgeous card & envelopes!

Over $75 in product to take home!

Smiles & Light Refreshments!

You pay $100
Full Day of Crafting with other Stampers - PRICELESS!

Just bring yourself, your basic tool kit and adhesives of choice (we recommend Snail and can happily provide one for you on the day from our mini store)

Location - Salvation Army, 3403 49 Avenue East, Vancouver (entrance at rear of building off 48th!)

Phew...that's a lot to take in but you won't be sorry if you join us for one class or more on this wonderful day of crafting and sharing...we'll also have some fabulous displays showing you the other product from the Holiday Catalogue too! So be sure to have your camera handy!

REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE!

Stamp-A-Stack Classes

Do you ever get caught with no cards on hand for the last minute birthday? anniversary? Thank you? Sympathy?

Well my Stamp-a-Stack class is just what you need! Never be caught again without a card when you need it!

In my Stamp-a-Stack classes you will make 15 cards, 3 each of 5 designs. The class cost includes envelopes! I hold one each month and they are usually pretty popular so don't delay and book soon! I am also happy to bring them to you and your friends (Minimum 5 people) in your home or my studio as a private class. Just contact me for a date that suits!

My complete list of classes and events is available under the "My Events" button ... over there on the right! Would love to have you join us!

Here are the cards we made this month.

I saw a similar card online and just had to try it. I am so in love with this emboss resist technique! My Hostess Club will be making a similar one at our club class on June 1st! You can attend the class if you wish. Just RSVP to let me know you would like to attend.

This one includes a sneek peek of some of the new designer series paper coming up in the new catalgue (which is vailable now..contact me to get your copy!)

This paper will be retired at the end of the month but the good news is that it is coming back in a changed colour family!! It's such a popular package of DSP...so happy we are not totally loosing it!

This card was designed by my good friend and Stampanions team member Jo West .

Last but not least another design I found online and totally love...does not get much quicker and easier than this...and you know how I love clean and simple cards?

I always like to have lots of 'word" stamps available at my class so that everyone can customise the greeting they want to put on the card. This last card uses the word set Curley Cute (Clearr Mount #120510). This set is retiring at the end of the month and I am going to be sooo very sad as it is my GoTo set! Five perfect greetings, Thank You, Season's Greetings, Happy Birthday, Congratulations and Thinking of You. If you just realised that you MUST have this set let me know and I'll be happy to add it to my end of month order. Last chance to have it...once it's gone it will be gone forever!

Thank for stopping by today! I appreciate the visit and love comments! Come back soon for a BLOG CANDY GIVE AWAY!!!

Happy Stampin'

The Red Haired Stamper

 

Upcoming events!

Hello Stampies! I just wanted to update you on some of my upcoming events. There have been a few changes to the dates I sent out in my recent newsletter.

For all classes please bring your own adhesive. Thank you.

Scrapbooking: Wednesday 22nd at 5:00pm. 

$15 / $10 with a $30 order. RSVP by May 21st at noon.

2 12x12 SB Layouts, in this class you will create two beautiful layouts. Includes everything you need to create the layouts.

Stamp-A-Stack: Wednesday 22nd at 6:30pm.

$25 ( $10 with a $40 order at the class). RSVP by May 21st at noon.

15 cards (3 each of 5 different designs) with envelopes. This class is great so that you will always have a card onhand for any occaision. Join us monthly and keep that stack of cards full!

New Catalogue Stamp Camp June 15th 10:15am-1:45pm

3677 Kensington Avenue, Burnaby. (Sports Complex)

REGISTER HERE

Thanks! I hope you can join us!

Check out all my events by clicking on the link of the right. ---->

The Red Haired Stamper!

 

Paper Angels Retreat and Class List

 

Yay! Our third Paper Angels Retreat is almost here and we have some exciting news! First I would like to share that my good friend Alison Solven will be joining me in presenting this retreat along with her assistant Barb. ALSO....drum roll...we are offering a one day option this year to see how it goes over and if it works for us and you! Details are below!

Friday, April  26th 1pm - Sunday, April 28th 3pm

Registration:

FULL WEEKEND
Register by March 31st  for the special Early Bird fee of $265.

Register April 1st - 12th and the fee is $295.  (April 12th is the final day of registration.)

This glorious weekend of crafting includes:

• a private room complete with linens and towels (some shared rooms available on a first requested basis) 
• six full, delicious meals (dinner Friday to lunch Sunday)
• delightful pillow gifts
• a fabulous goodie bag valued at over $50! 
• WOW stamping demos  
• door prizes
• raffles
• 50/50 draws
• use of your very own 6 foot long table including plenty of space around your chair for totes, etc.
• optional classes(see details below)
• tool bar, Big Shot station, punches, and stamps galore
• and best of all, FUN, time to complete your crafting projects, and companionship of other like-minded crafters!

So come, create fabulous things, eat delicious food, browse the inspiration tables, learn new things, laugh, and enjoy your crafting time. :)

ONE DAY ONLY 
If you can't make it for the entire weekend, but would like to join us for one day you are welcome to join us on Saturday, April 27th from 9am - 10pm.  The fee for one day is $85 and includes your lunch, dinner, 1/2 of a 6' table, a welcome gift, the fab goody bag (valued over $50!), and access to all of the other events taking place on Saturday.

You can register with me by e-mail.

Contact me at surich@shaw.ca or call (604) 614-8264.

Your registration will be confirmed once payment has been made.

About Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre:

Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre is located on 30 acres of forested grandeur on the banks of the Nicomekl River,in south Surrey, so there are acres of beautiful serene property to wander around on.  There is plenty of shopping nearby, lounge areas in each residence, and a fridge & microwave will be available.

All meals are absolutely fabulous! Special dietary needs will be catered where possible, so please inform us of any requirements. Feel free to bring your own snacks, but please refrain from ordering/bringing meals from outside as it is not permitted..

The facility is wheelchair accessible. It truely is a beautiful spot and you will feel like you are far far away from the city and hussel and bussel of life.

Classes:

Printer's Tray $40

Instructor:  Joanne West

Friday, 7pm

In this class you will create this beautiful, seasonally themed Printers Tray. All supplies will be provided and you will go home with a truly exquisite piece to decorate your home. Bring your camera to this event! We will have alternative themed displays for you to take pictures of so you will have inspiration to  switch out the theme for the seasons! Yes..this is interchangeable and so easy to change as you feel through the year, come to the class and find out just how easy this is!

Limited to just 10 spots in this class. Don't delay!

Pimp My Kit $25

Instructor: Sue Farrant

Saturday, 9:30am

Back by popular demand! In this class we will take the "For the Record" Scrapbooking Kit and "pimp" it up!

Adding beautiful metallic accents and colourful co-ordinating cardstock and ribbons we will recreate the layout and make it even better! At the end of this class you will have two pages completed ready to just add your photos!

Sweet Swallowtail Card Class $30

Instructor: Barb Baker

Saturday, 2:30pm 

In this class we will make four cards and a box for storing the cards, making it a fabulous gift for someone special. Each card will feature the gorgeous Swallowtail stamp found in Stampin' Up's Spring Catalogue.  You will also get your very own clear-mount Swallowtail stamp with your class fee!  If you already own the Swallowtail stamp, you may choose another stamp set valued at $16.95 or less, but be sure to bring your Swallowtail with you!

Think Outside the Boxes! $25

Instructor: Sue Farrant

Saturday, 7:30pm

In this class you will use the contents of the Designer Boxes Kit and "Think Outside the Boxes". There is nothing Sue like more that to take a kit and play with it and see where it leads her. This one led her to a whole lot of fun and creativity!

In this class you will create a 2-page 12x12 layout, 2 cards, 1 decorated box with gift cards, 1 decorated peek-a-boo window box with candy.

12 Things Mini Album, $30

Instructor: Joanne West

Sunday, 9:30am 

Made from scratch you will complete a beautiful, colourful, and fun mini album. 12 6x6 pocket pages with lovely accents and details. Using our beautiful International Bazaar Designer Series Papers Jo will take you through the steps of creating this great little book. 12 things, 12 months, 12 anything! Choose your theme. Papers are really versatile and can be used for a male or female themed book.
   
I really home you can join us!

The Red Haired Stamper