LADYBUGSMILES.COM IS NOW LIVE!!!

 

My new website at Wordpress is now LIVE!  Please visit me at LadybugSmiles.com.  I also have a new email.  Email me at Susan@LadybugSmiles.com.  

I am still new to navigating my new website so bear with me if things don't go perfectly smooth at first.  I'm so excited to share this new website and theme with you!!!

New Name Update

Hello Friends,

This post is a quick update for you.  I am giving my business a face lift and a fresh new name.  This blog will be moving to WordPress in the next week or so and it's new name will be "Ladybug Smiles"!  

You can find me on Facebook under "Ladybug Smiles".  Join my Facebook group "Ladybug Smiles with Susan Byington" for more information about upcoming specials, videos, image posts and connecting with other stampers.  

Search for my videos on YouTube under "Susan Byington".

Last Chance for BOGO!

Buy One, Get One FREE on Facebook Live! 

Celebrate Christmas in July!

Last chance to join the special Facebook Group, Susan Byington's Buy One, Get One FREE Event July 25-27 and rack up the bargains!  This is a first ever event and it's designed just for you!  You will get the chance to claim as many of my retired stamp sets as you like, auction style, (first come, first serve!), then you get to select and purchase an equal value dollar amount from the new catalog, and I will give you the retired sets you chose for FREE!  Because I appreciate you so much, I will also give you a bonus gift for every $50 you spend.  It's a WIN-WIN!  Details are shown on the Facebook group.  Please click on the link above and request to join.  Read all the announcements about participation.

Don't delay!  The event happens this weekend, beginning Live at 1:00 p.m. (CT) Saturday, July 25th, and when the set is gone, it's gone!  If you miss the Live portion, you have until Monday, July 27th, at 11:59 p.m. to shop through the products that remain.  Join the group to find out more.  You must join the group to participate.

BOGO Event this weekend on Facebook!

Buy One, Get One FREE on Facebook Live! 

 

 Join my special Facebook Group, Susan Byington's Buy One, Get One FREE Event July 25-27 and rack up the bargains!  This is a first ever event and it's designed to give you loads of freebies!  You will get the chance to claim as many of my retired stamp sets as you like (first come, first serve!), then you get to select and purchase an equal value dollar amount from the new catalog, and I will give you the retired sets you chose for FREE!  Because I appreciate you so much, I will also give you a bonus gift for every $50 you spend.  It's a WIN-WIN!  Details are shown on the Facebook group.

Don't delay!  The event happens this weekend and when the set is gone, it's gone!  Join the group to find out more.  You must join the group to participate.

Prized Peony and Nothings Better Than Stamp Sets

These are the cards made in Stamp Club this month. Two of them feature the brand new Playing With Patterns DSP, Item #152490. I absolutely love them and thought I would share them with everyone! If you would like to purchase a step-by-step tutorial, including photos, for these projects, please contact me. The written tutorial is just $15. Place an order of $40 or more and I will send you the paper supplies and embellishments to complete all 3 cards. Please use Host Code #TEHZTGTU and place order by Friday, July 24. You may contact me to place the order if you prefer.

Remember every $50 order placed in July earns a $5 coupon to be used in August! You also earn Smiley Rewards for every $50 order. Collect 10 Smileys and I will buy you a stamp set!

Prized Peony and Fancy Phrases Projects

I love how these soft, sweet cards turned out! Most of you know I don't do pastels very often, so this is breaking out of my box a bit! I put a lot of work into these cards and the tutorials so you can easily duplicate them at home. If you would like to purchase the tutorials for these cards that include photos and step-by-step instructions for just $15, please message me. Place an order of $50 or more and receive more bonuses! You get a $5 coupon to spend in August for every $50 you spend, you earn a Smiley Reward from me for every $50 you spend, AND I will provide you all the paper supplies and embellishments to complete these cards as well. It's a WIN-WIN deal! Simply use Host Code TEHZTGTU when you place your order or contact me by Friday when the host code will close.
Thanks to Ronda Wade for the inspiration to create these cards.

Blossoms in Bloom Bundle

The Blossoms in Bloom Bundle is one of my very favorites in the new Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog!  It has such beautiful watercolor images and offers a variety of ways to create with them.

You can just stamp a simple watercolor layer, add 1 or more layers of stamping and/or dies to create a truly original masterpiece!  This bundle is on page 51 in your new Annual Catalog.  The bundle item number is #154123 and with a 10% discount at $60.25, you get additional savings!  Order yours today and see what you can create!

July Bonus Days are Here!

July Bonus Days are here!  For every $50 placed in July you will receive a coupon to use on an order in August.  This is a once-a-year offer, so be sure to make the most of it.  Place an order of $50 or more with me online or you may contact me directly and I will place it for you.  You will receive an email from Stampin' Up! with a code(s) to be used on an order in August.  This may be done through my online store or by emailing or texting me your order.  You will receive a coupon for every $50 increment on one order and the coupons can be stacked and used all at once next month, or spread out.  It's your choice.

Be sure to print out a copy of the email and keep it in a safe place, as well as saving it to a computer file or in saved emails.  If the code is lost, it cannot be replaced.  

New Catalog Premier Part 4

Part 4 and final portion of Annual Catalog Premier. Place your order using Host Code SMSQSQSA by midnight tomorrow, June 22nd, and I will send you a special thank-you gift. I extended the date through Monday for ordering because, although the video was finished, I didn't get it posted earlier in the day. Please let me know if you need any assistance with ordering! Enjoy!

New Catalog Premier Part 3

Join me as I continue with Part 3 of my New Catalog Premier. This video features the In Good Taste Suite #154147 (p.122), Ornate Garden Suite #154153 (p.64), and Forever Greenery Suite #154143 (p. 108). Cover image was CASED from a card made by Sue Poile at creativedesignsbysue.com. My version is slightly more simplified. You may order supplies through SmilesAcrossTheMiles.stampinup.net. Use Host Code SMSQSQSA and receive a FREE gift on orders placed June 15 - 21. Thanks for watching! Please leave me a comment and "like" the video.

New Catalog Premier Part 2

Premier of new catalog items continues with a Father's Day card made from the World of Good Suite. Although this suite was featured previously, this time we make a card. Place an order through my online store at SmilesAcrossTheMiles.stampinup.net using Host Code SMSQSQSA between June 15 - 22, and I will send you a special thank-you gift. Stamps & Dies: Beautiful World Bundle #154091. Cardstock: Soft Suede #115318, Basic Black #121045, Very Vanilla #101650, Crumb Cake #120953, Brass Foil #153057. Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black #132708, Crumb Cake #147116, Soft Suede #147115. Other: Old World 3D Embossing Folder #153200, Stamping Sponges #141337. Thanks for watching! Be sure to "like" the video and leave a comment. Subscribe for future videos and share it with your friends please!

New Catalog Premier Part 1A and 1B

Place an order using Host Code SMSQSQSA between June 15 - 21 and I will send you a FREE gift!  Please share the videos with your friends!  Watch for more videos this week.

New Catalog Live Today!

The new 2020-2021 Annual Catalog is now LIVE!  Click the link in the sidebar to see all the gorgeous new products and LOTS of new product bundles!  Contact me today to receive your own copy of the catalog if you did not receive one from me.  Please join me for my Virtual Annual Catalog Launch Zoom Event on Saturday, June 13th, at 1 p.m.  Register in my online store for the event by clicking on this link.  Those who register will receive the Zoom invitation and be entered into the door prize drawing.  I will be showcasing some of the new products and demonstrating multiple cards.  Place an order using Host Code JAAZ3W7V for $50 or more and I will send you a project kit to complete at home.

New In Colors!

Here's a quick peek at the new In Colors premiering June 3rd!  Cinnamon Cider, Bumblebee, Just Jade, Magenta Madness, and Misty Moonlight.  Which is your favorite? 

Honey Bee Card

I love the great contrast between the Gold Foil and Basic Black on this cute bumblebee card.  These products are retiring June 2nd, so be sure to order yours today before they are gone forever!  Watch the video and please give it a "like" and share it with your friends.  Shop at SmilesAcrossTheMiles.stampinup.net and use the Host Code JAAZ3W7V shown on the right.

Supplies:
Honey Bee Stamp Set #151527, Detailed Bee Dies #151527 (Bundled together 10% off #153792), Stamparatus #147276, Wink of Stella #141897, Dimensionals #104430, Mini Dimensionals #144108, Paper: Basic Black #121045, Whisper White #100730, Very Vanilla #101650, Gold Foil #132622, Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black #132708, Crushed Curry #147087, Dark Mango Melody Stampin' Blends Marker #147944, Mini Glue Dots #103683

Peaceful Poppies DSP

The gorgeous Peaceful Poppies DSP is retiring on June 2nd!  Be sure to stock up on it today before it's gone forever!  Here's a lovely card I made using the bold and cheery DSP.  Please watch the video and give it a "like" and share it with your friends!  Shop at SmilesAcrossTheMiles.stampinup.net and use the Host Code JAAZ3W7V shown on the right.

Supplies:
Dressed To Impress Stamp Set #151666, Thanks For The Laughs Stamp Set #151670, Stitched So Sweetly Dies #151690, Paper: Poppy Parade #119793, Basic Black #121045, Whisper White #100730, Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper #151324, Memento Tuxedo Black Ink #132708, Dimensionals #104430, Tear & Tape #138995, 3/8" Glittered Organdy Ribbon #147897, Clear Faceted Gems #144142

Parisian Blossoms Thank You

This is an elegant way to say "Thank You" with a card.  I just love this Parisian Blossoms Designer Series Paper and gorgeous ribbon that is about to retire!  If you don't have it yet, be sure to order soon before it is gone for good!

The Blended Seasons stamp set #149016 is also retiring this month.  It has such wonderful sentiments and leaves, I hate to say goodbye.  😢

Products Used: Pool Party & Petal Pink Cardstock, Parisian Blossoms Specialty Designer Series Paper #151192. Stamps: Blended Seasons #149016, Free As A Bird #149468, Ornate Thanks #149471. Other: Petal Pink 1/4" Metallic Ribbon 151194, Dimensionals #104430, Smoky Slate & Petal Pink ink.

Best Dressed Mother's Day Card

I couldn't decide which card to give my mom this year, so I finally decided to send her both this fun gate fold card and the Parisian Blossoms card posted previously.  One is sweetly elegant and the other is bold and bright.  Both of them will brighten up her home!

Which color belly band do you like best, Mossy Meadow or Blackberry Bliss?

Products used: Blackberry Bliss, Mossy Meadow, Whisper White Cardstock, Best Dressed Designer Series Paper #151319. Stamps: Dressed To Impress #151666. Other: Mossy Meadow ink, Stitched So Sweetly Dies #151690, Light & Dark Blackberry Bliss Stampin' Blends Markers, Light Mossy Meadow Marker.

Annual Catalog Launch Party 2020

I have decided that my Annual Catalog Launch Party will not be a live event this year.  There are still too many unknowns with COVID-19, so out of an abundance of caution, my event will be offered online!  I am still working out the details as to exactly what I am going to offer and how, but more details will be coming soon.  Be sure to visit my newly launched Facebook Group, Sending Smiles Across The Miles with Susan Byington, for more interaction and information.  CLICK HERE to go directly to my Facebook group and request to join.

Parisian Blossoms Mother's Day Card

In honor of all the wonderful mothers out there, Happy Mother's Day!  Here is a quick video showing you how I made one of my Mother's Day cards this year.  It may be too late to make it for this year, but if you make sure you have all the supplies (the DSP is retiring), you can make it for next year or alter the sentiments for any other occasion.

I apologize, I refer to the DSP as Parisian Blooms during the video.  It's correct name is Parisian Blossoms.

Supplies used: Pool Party, Petal Pink, and Whisper White Cardstock, Parisian Blossoms Specialty Designer Series Paper #151192. Stamps: Floral Essence #149450, Free As A Bird #149468, Dressed To Impress #151666. Other: Petal Pink 1/4" Metallic Ribbon #151194, Heart Punch Pack #151292, Dimensionals #104430, 1/8" Hole Punch