Hey there! I am finally back! My last post was about heading up to Springfield to see my brother before he was to have open heart surgery. Unfortunately, they discovered he had too many blockages and an aortic valve that would need replaced. With all of the health problems, including diabetes, the doctors concluded he probably wouldn't live through the surgery. They also found out through their tests that his kidneys were failing, so he made the decision to go on comfort care. He passed away a few days later. We've been to the funeral in Decatur and now I  am dealing with the reality that my brother is gone. I'm thankful he wasn't in much pain and didn't linger very long, but to say that it has been easy would be a lie. But I am clinging to God and He is the true Comforter.

I haven't been doing much stamping since the funeral, but I am hoping to get back to it soon. Stamping is good therapy, and I really enjoy creating, so I know I can't stay away long.

Today I have some Valentine cards I should have shared with you sooner that were created with the Love Cats stamp set. Although these cards are Valentine-themed, each one could be turned into a birthday or other occasion simply by changing the sentiments.

First, a simple fun-fold by Janace Charbonneau. The designer paper is Dandy Designs, a Sale-a-bration freebie choice when you spend $100!

Next, a pop-out fun-fold by Laura Barto. Laura used the Heart Punch Pack, Country Bouquet Punch (currently unavailable to order until after 4/17),and Country Bouquet Designer Paper.

By Kathy Morgan. Kathy used Stylish Shapes Dies and Country Gingham 6 x 6 Designer Paper.

Finally, Jenna Roby embossed the Basic Black background layer with the Gingham Embossing folder and highlighted the greeting with Conversation Bubbles Dies.

Use any of these clickable links to find the products I used in my online store:

Love Cats Cling Stamp Set (English) [160410]	Dandy Designs 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [160836]	Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [122925]
Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985]	Mango Melody Classic Stampin' Pad [147093]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [141897]	Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146982]
Sweet Sorbet 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159268]	Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146981]	Country Bouquet Punch [160382]
Heart Punch Pack [151292]	Country Floral Lane 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [160375]	Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]
Layering Circles Dies [151770]	Cane Weave 3 D Embossing Folder [160580]	Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102482]
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]	Simply Elegant Trim [155766]	Country Gingham 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [160388]
Festive Pearls [159963]	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045]	Conversation Bubbles Dies [160636]
Gingham Embossing Folder [157627]	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]

Shop with the Host Code: www.carolpayne.stampinup.net

Here's the box where you put the Host Code in my online store during check out in my online store.  Simply click on "ADD HOST CODE", then type in the code I've provided for the current month shown above. Contact me if you have any problems or questions!

Order any amount online in February, receive a Card-of-the-Month!

Order at least $50 online in February, receive a surprise package of embellishments free from me!

Order at least $50 online and use the current Host Code (posted above) receive 10 Blue Sox Rewards Point for every $50 increment! Redeem 50 points for $25 in free merchandise. Get all the details and download the form to keep track of your points HERE!

Have you seen the new Mini Catalog?

You can click on this link to my online store to find the new Mini Catalog:

www.carolpayne.stampinup.net

Or click on this link to download the catalog to your computer:

January/April 2023 Mini Catalog

All products are available today, but some may sell out fast. All are available while supplies last. Some products may become temporarily unavailable to order but will be back in stock in a few weeks. Others will sell out and be gone for good, so don't delay placing your order!

NOTE: the Lucky Clover Punch is now SOLD OUT for good, the Easter Bunny Punch will not be available to order again until after May 15th, and the Country Bouquet Punch will not be available to order again until after April 17th.

If you need a copy of the new Mini Catalog and don't have a demonstrator you normally place orders with, just send me an email and I will pop one into the mail to you for free! [email protected]

To make ordering through the end of February sweeter, Sale-a-bration is also going on now! You get to choose a free gift of a stamp set or designer paper pack with every $50 order you place!

You can click on this link to my online store to find the new Sale-a-bration Brochure:

www.carolpayne.stampinup.net

Or click on this link to download the catalog to your computer:

Stampin' Up! 2023 Sale-a-bration Brochure

Here is a graphic of the additional Sale-a-bration items added for this month:

If you need a copy of the new Sale-a-bration brochure and don't have a demonstrator you normally place orders with, just send me an email and I will pop one into the mail to you for free! [email protected]

Purchase the Starter Kit just to get the great deal or to join my team, no obligation to sell unless you want to!

20% discount through April 2023!

Option #1: Choose $175 worth of products PLUS get the Boho Blue Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, pay only $129!

Option #2: Choose $175 worth of products PLUS get the White Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, pay only $129!

Option #3: Choose $175 worth of products, pay only $99!

Contact me for help signing up or with any questions!

 Check out this graphic for a sampling of the many kits available to order in my online store:

Call me:  618-237-6281
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Until tomorrow, have a Stampingrox! day!

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