June and July Classes

2013-2014 Stampin’ Up! Catalog

The 2013-2014 Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog is now available in paperback and on-line at http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/.  Contact me today to get your FREE paperback copy.

 

2013 Marker Club

Join the 2013 Marker Club and enjoy all 38 colors in our color collections (except Whisper White and Very Vanilla) in one sturdy case, with extra space for In Color markers.  Each month, a set of Stampin’ Up!’s Many Marvelous Markers (pg. 163) is purchased by the Club with the cost ($130) split equally between its members. Each Marker Club Member receives an equal amount of markers every month with the storage case going to the current month’s Hostess.  The Marker Club Hostess will have the option of hosting a workshop, catalog party or bringing the workshop total up to $150 in merchandise to receive Hostess Benefits during their appointed month as Hostess.  Club Members receive a free 2013-2014 Catalog and will be invited to attend my Hostess Appreciation Party in May of 2014.  At this party you will make 4 cards and 1 3-d item for free as well as receive the upcoming 2014-2015 Catalog prior to its release to the general public.  This is a great way to get all of the Many Marvelous Markers without feeling the cost crunch all at once.  Contact me today to become a member of the 2013 Marker Club.

  

~~ CLASSES ~~

~~ June ~~

 June 23 – Tin & Card Class - $20 - 1pm-3:30pm

The Stamp Shack

 

We will be making 4 cards with matching envelopes and decorating a coordinating storage tin.  Give this tin and cards as a gift or keep it for yourself.  Space limited to 9.  All ages welcome.  Please bring scissors/adhesive.  Please RSVP by Saturday, June 22^nd.

 

June 28 - Stamp-A-Stack Card Making Class - $20 - 10am-8pm

The Stamp Shack

 

Come join me for some stamping good fun!  While here you will be making 12 cards, 3 each of 4 different designs.  This is a "drop in" class.  You may show up anytime between 10am and 5:30pm to start the class.  All ages welcome.  Please bring scissors/adhesive.  Please RSVP by Thursday, June 27^th.

 

~~ July ~~

 

July 12 – 6x6 Folding Scrapbook Class - $30 – 12:30pm-4:30pm

The Stamp Shack

 

Make a delightful 6” x 6” folding scrapbook.  Give this scrapbook as a gift or keep it for yourself and display it on a table.  We will be using Quatrefancy Specialty Designer Series Paper (pg 150), Mosaic Madness stamp set (pg. 123), Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder (pg. 191) and more.  Class is $30 at the door.  If you RSVP “yes” and do not show up, you are still responsible for the class fee and will receive the class kit.  All ages welcome.  Please bring scissors and your favorite adhesive.  Class size is limited to 7.  Please RSVP by July 11^th. 

 

July 26 - Stamp-A-Stack Card Making Class - $20 - 10am-8pm

The Stamp Shack

 

Come join me for some stamping good fun!  While here you will be making 12 cards, 3 each of 4 different designs.  This is a "drop in" class.  You may show up anytime between 10am and 5:30pm to start the class.  All ages welcome.  Please bring scissors/adhesive.  Please RSVP by Thursday, July 25^th.

 

July 28 – Christmas in July - $20 – 1pm

The Stamp Shack

 

It’s that time of year again; it’s time to start thinking about Christmas.  Only 5 more months go to.  Are you ready to get a head start on Christmas?  Here is your chance to do so!  We will be making 3 Christmas projects/gifts and 1 Christmas card.  All ages welcome, please bring scissors and adhesive.  Please RSVP by July 27^th.

North State Parent Magazine

So I know I haven't posted here in quite a while (2 1/2 months to be exact) but I have been having trouble posting.  I would do all of the work and hit "save" and everything would disappear.  Ugh!  So frustrating!  Well, I think I have finally fixed it.  Don't know what I did or who I did it, but it's fixed and that's all I care about.  Woohoo!

And now, on to what I wanted to post...

I am featured in the January 2013 issue of North State Parent Magazine regarding crafting.  I'm so excited and feel blessed that they chose me to be in the article along with a very talented gal from Redding, CA.

I have pasted the article below.  Hope you enjoy it!  Here is a link to their web site:   http://northstateparent.com/

I have also written a couple of artices for them.  If you feel so inclined, go a head and check them out.  Currently, there are 2 posted from 2011 in Arts & Crafts,  http://northstateparent.com/category/arts-crafts/

Okay, and now on to the article...

    

Creating & Preserving Memories – Women in the North State Learn the Art of Card Making and Scrapbooking while Having Fun!

December 29, 2012 by Darla Greb Mazariegos Leave a Comment

Getting creative at Chico Scrapbooks.

For a lot of women, especially moms, it’s important to find some free time in daily life for socializing. Finding a hobby where they can develop creativity and socialize at the same time is ideal. For women in the North State, classes are available for both scrapbooking and card making, two popular hobbies where women can tap their creative spirit while enjoying each others’ company.

A great way to learn how to make personalized greeting cards is to attend a Stamp-A-Stack Card Class. Sharon Lyons of Chico, California is an independent demonstrator and senior supervisor for Stampin’ Up!, a rubber stamp/craft-making company. Sharon offers monthly classes in her home, each class focusing on a theme or holiday using a variety of stamps for every occasion so that participants come away with easy-to-make yet personalized cards.

At each class, Sharon sets up four tables. Each features a different card design she has created, and offers three variations of each design, along with the necessary materials cut specifically for the card projects. Class attendees can use her model, or vary their cards using the rubber stamps provided. At the end of the class, there is the satisfaction of having created something that is useful while enjoying time learning a new craft. I attended one of Sharon’s classes and came away with 12 personalized holidays cards which I sent to family and friends for Christmas.

Denise Smith enjoys taking creative classes with Sharon Lyons of Cards by Sharon in Chico.

 

 

Participating in a card-making class is also a great way to meet and socialize with other women, and many form friendships that go beyond the class. Roseanne Anderson and two friends met at one of Sharon’s classes and now go out to movies, and have craft nights and dinner together regularly. Another customer, Denise Smith, loves Sharon’s classes and remarks enthusiastically, “It’s instant satisfaction. It’s therapy!”

Stampin’ Up! has a catalog of hundreds of rubber stamps and tools to create cards and other projects. René Boyes-Murdo is one of Sharon’s enthusiastic card-makers and is impressed with the cards. “It’s a very versatile and high-quality product,” says René.

As a demonstrator, Sharon also enjoys the social aspect of her job as she is able to socialize with her customers and form friendships. “I’ve met a lot of different ladies that I normally would never meet,” states Sharon. “Now I consider them friends instead of customers.”

If you have an interest in scrapbooking, She’s Crafty in Redding, CA is a store where you can find all the supplies and ideas you need for this popular hobby. Owner Jenny Gannon offers regular classes where participants learn how to create seasonal projects and albums, such as recipe albums and “thankful” mini-albums. “I love that I can create a work of art of such quality, and often learn something new at the same time,” says customer Andrea Campbell.

Jenny offers regular Crop Nights, a time when scrapbook enthusiasts can come in and work on their latest scrapbooking projects for extended periods of time. The class is usually offered on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at least two times per month, and attendees can socialize with a potluck.

Jenny Gannon, owner of She’s Crafty in Redding.

 

Adele Beckman is a foster parent who makes photo books for the children in her care. Adele states enthusiastically, “I love being able to scrapbook in a fun environment with friends. We talk, laugh, eat and share our photos. I have made lots of friends through scrapbooking.”

Kim Faires, who compares Crop Night to the old-fashioned quilting bee of the past, explains that scrapbooking is not just a hobby; it is “people gathering to work on something for their families while chatting, sharing and spending a bit of time together.”

Both Sharon and Jenny express their passions about their chosen careers in craftmaking. “Being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator is so rewarding,” says Sharon. “For me, helping someone create that perfect project for a special occasion is the best feeling in the world.” And Jenny states, “We’re here for your heart.”

Contact Info
Jenny and Sharon both write regular blogs where you can check for events, updates, schedules and projects.
Cards by Sharon
Sharon Lyons, Stampin’ Up! Independent Demonstrator, Senior Supervisor.
Chico
(530) 899-7126
www.sharonlyons.stampinup.net
She’s Crafty
Jenny Gannon
2620 Larkspur Lane, Suite A, Redding
(530) 722-9200
www.shescraftyscrapbook.blogspot.com

Stamp-A-Stack Card Making Class

Stamp-A-Stack Card Making Class

Stamp-A-Stack Card Making Class

Explosion Box Class

February 10 @ 6pm, $20

All ages, Room for 7

RSVP by February 9th

The Stamp Shack, 472 Southbury Ln, Chico

Make & decorate a delightful box with a little surprise inside.

Once you open the lid the box will “explode” with photos.

A great gift for your special someone on Valentine’s Day.

To register for this class go to:

http://www.sharonlyons.stampinup.net/

530-899-7126

Stamp-A-Stack Card Making Class

Tin & Sizzix Class

SU! Big Shot Contest Winner

Hello Everyone!  So I am going to start this new year by tooting my own horn!  Yes, I know that is bragging but I can't help it!  So here are the details:


Stampin' Up! had a contest for their Demonstrators.  To enter the contest you had to make an item using the Sizzix Big Shot die cut machine and post a photo of it to to Stampin' Connection (a SU! Demo only web site).  Stampin' Up! then selected 10 winners to receive a $50 SU! shopping spree.  This contest was open to all demonstrators in the US and Canada.  There were a total of 1,128 entries in the contest.


I just happen to be 1 of the 10 winners!!!  Woooohooooooo! 


The photo that I submitted was for my Big Shot Boxing Class.  In this class we made themed boxes for September (sunflower), October (Frankie & pumpkin), November (turkey) and December (Frosty & Rudolf). 


Sorry this photo is not very good but it is the only one I have.  I would take another photo but I have already given half of them away. 

I haven't taken advantage of my shopping spree yet.  There is so much to choose from.  Should I get items from the new Occasions Mini Catalog?  A couple new stamp sets from the 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalog that I wouldn't normally purchase?  Or do I get supplies that I need such as Whisper White card stock and SNAIL adhesive?  So many decisions, I can't decide. 

What do you think I should do?  What is your favorite item that you haven't gotten yet?  Leave me a note with what you would do. 

Happy Stamping!
~  Sharon

12/30/2011 Stamp-A-Stack Card Making Class

8/20 Clipboard & Note Pad Class

Clipboard & Note Pad Class 

August 20 - 6pm-8pm 

$20 - The Stamp Shack 

We will be decorating a clipboard, note pad, pen, binder clip, paper clips and making a paper clip holder. 

This decorative set will be great as a back to school gift for a teacher, a team mom thank you gift, Christmas gift or take it to the office and be the envy of your co-workers.

There are 5 different kit designs to choose from, 

with 3 kits available in each design. 

Sign up early to reserve the kit you want.  

 

 

 Kit A - 1 available - 1 Nancy, 1 Cindy
Kit B - 3 available
Kit C - 2 available - 1 Leona

Kit D - 1 available - 1 Rosanne, 1 Denise

Kit E - 2 available – 1 Judy

RSVP by Aug 19 by clicking here.

I will  then contact you to get

your kit request. 

Class is only $20 at the door. 

There is room for 9 more.

Out With the Old...In With the New! Woo Hoo!

In order to make room for all the new products coming in July, hundreds of stamp sets, accessories, and home décor products are retiring! These last-chance items are only available June 1-30, so click the links below to get your favorites before they’re gone.

• Shop last-chance Wood-Mount Stamps
• Shop last-chance Clear-Mount Stamps
• Download the last-chance stamps PDF
• Shop last-chance Accessories
• Shop last-chance Definitely Decorative
• Download the last-chance Definitely Decorative PDF
• Shop ALL discounted last-chance items

6" x 6" Folding Scrapbook Class

Check out this delightful 6" x 6" Folding Scrapbook.  The base of the book is made by folding 12" x 12" card stock. 

Would you like to learn how to make this scrapbook?

Join me on Sunday, May 22 @ 1pm, $20 at the door.  Bring scissors and your favorite adhesive. 

All supplies provided, class size is limited to7.  RSVP by May 12, 2011 by clicking here.  Click on the RSVP button to register. 

Give this scrapbook as a gift or keep it for yourself and display it on a table. We will be using Love Letter Designer Series Paper.

 Hope to see you here. 

Stamp-A-Stack March 25, 2011

Once again, Stamp-A-Stack was a hit!  I had 8 wonderful ladies show up for the class.  2 of them were new to SAS.  I met Donna B and Judy S one week after my last SAS and they were disappointed that they had just missed the class.  Another two were Cindy and her daughter, Amber C.  Amber is a sophomore in college and comes to my classes whenever she is home on a break.  It was so great to see her.  Amber starting attending my SAS classes with her mom when she was a Junior in high school!

 Easter Wishes Card

Stamp Set

All Holidays (114916, $34.95)

Ink Pad

Bashful Blue (105209, $5.95)

Card Stock

Bashful Blue (105120, $6.95)

Daffodil Delight (119683, $6.95)

Whisper White (101780, $8.50)

Peach Parfait (119794, $6.95)

Early Espresso (119686, $6.95)

Sizzix

Big Shot Die Cut Machine

(113439, $99.95)

Framed Tulips Embossing Folder

(121809,  $7.95)

Elegant Boutique Embossing Folder

 (115964, $7.95)

Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder

(117335, $7.95)

 

Tulip Card 

Card Stock

So Saffron (105118, $6.95)

Pink Pirouette (120969, $6.95)

Certainly Celery (105106, $6.95)

Whisper White (100730, $8.50)

Ink Pads

So Saffron (105213, $5.95)

Pink Pirouette (111838, $5.95)

Punches

Scallop Trim Corner (118870, $9.95)

Two-Step Bird Extra-Large (117191, $16.95)

Miscellaneous

5/8" Jumbo Brads Neutrals (112533, $6.95)

Bee Card

Ink Pads

Perfect Plum (101437, $5.95)

Old Olive (102277, $5.95)

Daffodil Delight (119667, $5.95)

Basic Black (101179, $5.95)

Card Stock

Perfect Plum (101889, $6.95)

Old Olive (100702, $6.95)

Whisper White (100730, $8.50)



Miscellaneous

Heat & Stick Powder (100625, $4.50)

Heat Tool (100005, $29.95)

Powder Pals (102197, $19.95)

Fine Cosmo Glitter (108796, $15.95)

2-Way Glue Pen (104425, $3.50)

1" Circle Medium Punch (119868, $10.95)

Stampin' Dimensionals (104430, $3.95)

Stamp Sets

Sweet Summer

(Sale-A-Bration Stamp Set)

Button, Button (wood - 122026, $25.95)

(clear - 122040, $18.95) 

 

Get Well Wishes

Card Stock

Whisper White (100730, $8.50)

Ink Pads

Melon Mango (115656, $5.95)

Rich Razzleberry (115658, $5.95)

Old Olive (102277, $5.95)

Miscellaneous

Stamp-A-Ma-Jig (101049, $11.95)

2-Way Glue Pen (100425, $3.50)

Dazzling Diamonds Glitter (102023, $4.50)

Stamp-A-Stack Card Making Class, all day starting @10am,  The Stamp Shack - Come join me for some stamping good fun!  Stamp 12 cards, 3 each of 4 different designs, for $20.  Complete the $2 bonus item if you wish. 

Place an order the night of SAS and $5 of your class registration will be applied towards your completed order.  Bring a friend who is "new to me" and both of you get to make the bonus item for free that night. 

Cards & Tin/Frame Class (2 Sessions)

Join me on Friday, April 15th for the Card Tin/Frame Class.  While at this class you will make 4 cards with coordinating envelopes.  You will also decorate the tin storage box to coordinate with the cards.  The tin can be used as a frame once the cards have been used.  Make this wonderful gift for that friend who "has everything" or keep it for yourself!  Great gift idea!  Class details:

Cards & Tin/Frame Class

Friday, April 15

 The Stamp Shack

Session 1: 1:30-3:30pm, $20

Session 2: 6:30-8:30, $20

RSVP by April 14

530.899.7126

chicolyons1@sbcglobal.net

http://www.sharonlyons.stampinup.net/

Items we will use in the class:

 Class Colors: Whisper White, Old Olive, Elegant Eggplant & Perfect Plum

Sizzix: Big Shot (113439, $99.95), Top Note Die (113463, $21.95)

Stamp Set: Vintage Vogue (wood: 117690, $23.95 - clear: 118598, $17.95)

Miscellaneous: Crystal Effects (101055, $6.95), Fine Galaxy Glitter (114286, $13.95)

 



Card Tin/Frame Class
4 Cards & Front of Tin
Using: Whisper White, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry & Orchard Opulence (retired)

  

Card Tin/Frame Class
Inside of Tin



Card Tin/Frame Class
Back of Tin



You are invited to our Spring Fling

*Spring Fling*

March 27th
11am to 2pm
472 Southbury Lane, Chico
The following companies will be participating in this event...

 

   

            

                  

Join us for an afternoon of shopping and fun. 
Snacks, door prizes, & crafts available.

All ages. Drop in between 11am-2pm. Free.

 

Directions: 

Head North on Esplanade (or Head North on HWY 99), Left at Eaton, Right at Rose Wood Estates, Left at Southbury Lane, second house on the right after bend in the road.  Burnt orange door, 2 lions by the door.

Stampin' Up! (Sharon Lyons): 

I need them out of here! Stampin' Up!'s new catalog comes out on July 1st and I need room for new stuff!

Sale-A-Bration is also happening through March 31st.

For every $50 in merchandise purchased you will receive a free item from the Sale-A- Bration catalog.

There will also be a door prize drawing at each table as well as a

Grand Door Prize with an item from each of the companies participating.

Be sure to join us and bring a friend or two!

Below is the information I have received that some of the other ladies are offering at the Spring Fling Open House.

Uppercase Living (Terese Howell): All of my pre-made Uppercase Living items will be marked at clearance price.

I want them gone. I want to make new display items from the new catalog!

I am also offering 20% off of any orders placed that day out of the two current catalogs.

If I receive $200 in orders I will have a drawing for a mystery hostess and they will receive all the free and half off items that a regular hostess would receive without having to clean their house or make snacks.

You will receive a door prize slip for each $25 in orders and another if you bring a friend.

Please help me make this a great event.

I love helping other demonstrators and you can start thinking about

teacher's gifts for the end of school, Easter presents, Mother's Day...

Arbonne (Julie Avalos):Stop by the Spring Fling Open House featuring Arbonne Beauty & Nutrition (with Julie Avalos) and get entered in the FREE drawing for an Arbonne GIFT BASKET and WIN a gift basket featuring products from all our vendors including: Stampin' Up!, Scentsy, My-31, Pampered Chef, Upper-Case Living, Passion Parties & Vault Denim.See you there!


HOPE TO SEE YOU HERE!
~ Sharon