Time Stood Still (and a few pics from Athens)

I’m so surprised that life went on while we were in Greece! It felt like time stood still while we were there! I’ve come home to many new products, promotions, and pre-orders. Let’s take a look at a few….  and then scroll down for a few of my favorite photos from Athens!

BOGO Stampin’ Up! Kits

Beginning June 1, you can buy one kit and get 50% off another!

Ordering information:

• Sale runs through 1–30 June 2022.
• All kits in the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! qualify for this sale.
• Kit selection is based on availability.
• You will need at least two kits in your cart for the discount to automatically apply at checkout.
• There are no order limits on this promotion.

 

Last Chance For Spring Mini Catalog

The January – June 2022 Mini Catalog will be retiring soon! Stock up on your favorite products before they’re gone for good! Save up to 50% on essential craft supplies. Click HERE to see a list of products that are retiring and which ones are marked down.

 

Joining Promotion Ends May 31

Here is an awesome opportunity to join my team of Stampin’ Up! friends, receive 20% off on all your purchases, be the first to know all the upcoming promotions & events, and get a Starter Kit filled with all your favorite picks! You’ll get $125 worth of products for $99, but right now, for just a few more days, you get an amazing bonus pack of new In Color products as well. This promotion ends on May 31st. Email me at karenshallam@gmail.com to find out how you can get in on this special joining bonus!

 

Paper Pumpkin June Kit

PICK OF THE CROP BY PAPER PUMPKIN
SUBSCRIBE BY JUNE 10

There’s still time to renew or confirm your Paper Pumpkin subscription. And trust us—you won’t want to miss this fun summer kit!

This kit includes:

• This month’s 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, adhesive, and more!
• The Pick of the Crop Paper Pumpkin Kit includes a Calypso Coral Classic Stampin’ Spot!
• This kit’s stamp set is perfect for expressing your love, gratitude, and style. With sentiments that say “Love you a whole bunch”, “You’re the pick of the crop”, “You are the sweetest,” and so many more, you’ll be able to use this photopolymer stamp set for all of your summer projects.
• This kit also includes specialty vellum pieces to add a fresh touch to your cards.
• And you’ll get a Mini Shopping Bag (5-3/8″ x 6″) which can be used to hold a couple cards for a unique craft element. (Additional bags available to purchase separately.)
• Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
• Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″
• Coordinating colors: Blackberry Bliss, Cajun Craze, Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Night of Navy, Soft Succulent

 

And Then There is Greece…

Some of you know I just spent most of May with my long-time friend, Terry, in Greece. We visited Athens and 5 of the surrounding islands. If you have ever thought of visiting Greece, I highly recommend it. The beauty and diversity of the country is quite amazing. We only touched the surface of what there is to see. Here are a few of my favorite photos, first in Athens.

The Acropolis overlooking Athens from the street

The Parthenon on top of the Acropolis

It was pretty crowded up there, but nothing compared to the summer months, I hear!

The Erechtheion atop the Acropolis

We saw the original pillars in the Acropolis Museum. These are replicas, replaced to preserve the originals from weather damage.

Greek flag flying atop the Acropolis

Athens was a busy, noisy, gritty city full of history, art, and amazing food! On top of the Acropolis, it felt completely different – quiet, almost reverent, even with the crowds of visitors. The view from up there was unbelievable!

If you’re interested, I’ll post a few more photos in the upcoming days. There is much to share! If you’re here only for the card ideas, I will keep these at the end of the posts so you can view them only if you wish to!

Have a wonderful weekend! Wishing you a good Memorial Day. Now on to creating some new cards to share with you ~