Author Archives: Tami Hewlett

#TGIFC244 — Fancy Foil

The TGIF Challenge this week is a product spotlight focusing on Fancy Foil! Stampin’ Up! carries several colors of metallic foil sheets, which are very reasonably priced at only $5.00 for a pack of two 12″ x 12″ sheets. In addition, you can purchase the beautiful Noble Peacock Foil Sheets pack (149495) for $10.00, which… Read More: #TGIFC244 — Fancy Foil »

Holiday Table Decorations

On Christmas Eve, we spent a wonderful evening at my sister-in-law’s house. We fondly call her “Martha Stewart,” because she ALWAYS has a gorgeously decorated table and cooks dishes that would rival any Master Chef. I’m afraid to admit that by comparison, my talents are sorely lacking, OR you could just say that my talents… Read More: Holiday Table Decorations »

Control Freaks — Technique Junkies

Hello and welcome to the Control Freaks Blog Hop for December! You may have just come from the blog of our fabulous leader, Wendy Weixler. I’m sure you enjoyed her amazing creativity. Be sure to continue on through the blog hop using the button at the bottom of this post. This month, we are showcasing… Read More: Control Freaks — Technique Junkies »

2020 Desktop Calendars – It’s a Wrap!

Another year of desktop calendars finished!!! Yippee! Last week, I promised to share my method for wrapping up the 12 individual calendar pages, so here we go. I’m also giving you another sneak peek of one of the new products available to purchase from the new Mini Catalog on January 3, 2020 … the AWESOME… Read More: 2020 Desktop Calendars – It’s a Wrap! »

Stamping Sunday Blog Hop – Holiday Favorite

Welcome to the Stamping Sunday Blog Hop! This month, the design team is focusing on our Holiday Favorites. Favorites??? Oh my gosh, it’s so hard to choose … there are so many! However, when I look back at all my holiday projects, one suite really stands out … the Peaceful Boughs Cling Stamp Set and… Read More: Stamping Sunday Blog Hop – Holiday Favorite »

#TGIFC242 – Sketch Challenge

Happy Friday! Welcome to a new TGIF Sketch Challenge!!! When I first saw this sketch, I was drawn to the pretty filigree in the background. In fact, the whole sketch looked very elegant to me, so I decided to stick with that theme and create an entire card just using white and gold. I used… Read More: #TGIFC242 – Sketch Challenge »

Free Shipping Today!

Today is Free Shipping at Stampin’ Up! on all orders of $50 or more (before tax).  Be sure to take advantage of this great offer! And what’s even better? Stampin’ Up! is also having its Year-End Closeout Sale! Check out all the bargins at my Online Store. This is a great opportunity to: Buy holiday… Read More: Free Shipping Today! »

Color Fusers Blog Hop for December 2019

Welcome to the December Color Fusers Blog Hop! You may have just come from the talented Bonnie O’Neill. Be sure to continue on using the links at the bottom of this post. This month, we have a “frosty” color combination that includes Silver, Seaside Spray, and Blueberry Bushel. These cool colors are perfect for holiday… Read More: Color Fusers Blog Hop for December 2019 »

#TGIFC240 – Autumn Leaves

Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! Hope you enjoyed a great celebration yesterday with friends and family and are recovering from too much turkey and pumpkin pie. It’s Black Friday here in the states. I’m not much of a shopper … honestly, I’d rather shop online and stay in my craft room away from all the crowds. Ha!… Read More: #TGIFC240 – Autumn Leaves »

Sneak Peek – New Breathtaking Bouquet

I have something fun to share today! It’s a preview of one of the new stamp sets from the upcoming Mini Catalog (products available to purchase January 3 to June 2, 2020!!!) I won this stamp set indirectly through prize patrol. The actual winner, Kimberly Morris, received two stamp sets and was instructed to pick… Read More: Sneak Peek – New Breathtaking Bouquet »

Online Extravaganza!

Stampin’ Up!’s 3-day Online Extravaganza starts today!!! For full details, download the flyer HERE: The sale includes 15% off ink pads and cardstock in: Neutrals Collection, Regals Collection, 2018–2020 In Colors, and 2019–2021 In Colors (except Purple Posy). Take an additional 5% off the original 10% discount: 8 bundles, Neutrals Classic Stampin’ Pads Assortment, Regals… Read More: Online Extravaganza! »

Control Freaks — Winter Wonderland

Hello and welcome to Swimming In Stamps. I’m Tami Hewlett, an independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator from California, and I’m so excited to be a new member of the Control Freaks Blog Hop! This is a long-standing blog hop that includes some really talented designers, so I felt very honored when they asked me to join… Read More: Control Freaks — Winter Wonderland »

#TGIFC238 – So Grateful

Hello Stampers and TGIF!!! Today, a bunch of the designers from the TGIF Challenges Blog Design Team are in Las Vegas hosting our big VIP Pre-Party Event! (Tomorrow is Stampin’ Up!’s OnStage Event.) I’m so excited to see these wonderful ladies in person, as well as to meet many of my demonstrator friends from all… Read More: #TGIFC238 – So Grateful »

Stamping Sunday Blog Hop – Brightly Gleaming Suite

Hello, and welcome to the November Stamping Sunday Blog Hop hosted by Sara Levin! I’m Tami Hewlett from Central California, and I’m so glad you stopped by today. This month, the theme of the blog hop is the Brightly Gleaming Suite of products starting on page 30 of the Holiday Catalog. I decided to focus… Read More: Stamping Sunday Blog Hop – Brightly Gleaming Suite »