Stamps, Memories and Me

Next Step with Copic

admin — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:02:53 +0000

Have you already attended our Introduction to Copic Class and want to learn more? If so we are running the NEXT STEP WITH COPIC CLASS in Leicestershire on Sunday 28th November.

The first Next Step Class was run in Berkshire and proved to be a fantastic success - everyone enjoyed the class and learnt lots too. Check out all the customers comments on my previous blog entry here http://www.stampsandmemories.co.uk/blog/?p=817

The class was designed by Wendy Kadzidlo - Copic Certified Regional Instructor for the UK and includes:

using Copics with your rubber stamps
Wide Markers
How to use your blender pen and blender solution to create unique backgrounds
Colouring different colour hair
Colouring different colour skin
Basic Shadowing techniques

Places are limited so early booking is recommended. Either book online at http://www.stampsandmemories.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=218_317_319&products_id=3309 or by calling our office on 01488 658728

We offer classes nationwide. New dates and venues for our various classes and Copic Retreat for 2011 will be announced soon. Check our website and blog for further details, or contact Wendy on 01488 658728.

Hope to see you soon

Wendy

Harrogate Show & New Nikki Stamps

admin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 07:00:58 +0000

Like the stamp above? If so it has just been added to our website together with the remaining new range of Nikki and Ruby designs!

If you are coming to the Great Northern Papercrafting show at the weekend, don’t miss a visit to our stand (Stamps & Memories) as we’ll be demonstrating with these gorgeous new christmas Nikki stamps (as shown above) together with the fabulous COPIC Markers. We’ll be showing the new Cover a Card stamps from Impression Obsession and have lots of new stock too for the festive season and beyond!

Hope to see you there!

Wendy

Calling West Sussex!!

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 09:32:29 +0000

I’m sure you’re aware but I just wanted to remind you that it is the South Stamp Show this Saturday - 4th September at the Charmandean Centre, Worthing, West Sussex BN14 9HS. The show starts at 10:30 and closes at 4:30pm. You can buy tickets on the door so don’t worry that you’re too late to book!

We have lots of lovely new stamps to show you and will of course be demonstrating with the fantastic Copic markers.

Wendy is running various Copic Classes nationwide including:-

NATIONWIDE COPIC CLASSES COMING SOON

Introduction to Copic Ciao Class at Hilton Avisford Park, Yapton Lane, Walberton, Arundel,

BN18 0LS (Easy Access from A27)

on Sunday 3^rd October 2010 from 10:30-3:30

CLASS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED

The class costs £42.00 and this includes the day tuition, 4 Copic Ciao markers and tea/coffee on arrival. The venue is located just off the A27 making it easy access whether you are coming from Portsmouth/Chicester, Worthing/Brighton or East Grinstead/Horsham direction. If you wish to book this class or receive further details please either email Wendy at wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk or call 01488 658728

Copic Classes

admin — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:10:56 +0000

Another busy weekend… Yesterday was the Kintbury Summer show and Introduction to Copic Class; whilst today was the first Next Step class. I designed this class for the people who wanted more information following the Introduction class. Here’s a photo of the Next Step delegates enjoying themselves with Copics.

And here’s what they had to say at the end of the course:

“Great course, informative, fun and great for old and new users. Keep up the good work” - Nikola

“Excellent course, the information was invaluable and both Karen and Wendy were great teachers and hosts. Thank You” - Jo

“Fantastic course! Went away feeling confident and able to use copics much better than when I started” - Caroline

Another brilliant day, great company and brilliant tutors. If you need to think about attending, don’t just book it!” - Ruby

Fantastic course, so informative and I can finally understand shading more. Wendy and Karen have been amazing tutors and i have had a brilliant weekend” - Sarah

Another fantastic dat! Thanks Karen and Wendy - Jo

Details on our various Copic Classes can be found online at http://www.stampsandmemories.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=281_306. Other new dates and venues will be added for later 2010 - 2011 soon.

Any questions please contact Wendy on 01488 658728 or email wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk

I would like to Thank everyone who attended and gave such wonderful comments.

Have fun, Wendyx

UK Copic Certification

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:43:36 +0000

Our first UK Copic Certification event will be held on Sunday 21st November 2010 at the Elcot Park Hotel, Newbury, Berkshire. If you would like any further information please contact Wendy on 01488 658728 or email me at wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk.

Shows

admin — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:48:33 +0000

Just a reminder that it is our local Summer Extravagenza show on Saturday 21st August in the Kintbury Coronation Hall (between Newbury and Hungerford in Berkshire). Admission is FREE and we’ll have demonstrations plus a hall filled with crafting goodies.

The Introduction to the World of Copic Class is now just about full on Saturday but we still have some space on the Next Step with Copic Class on Sunday. If you are interested or would like any details please contact Wendy on 01488 658728 or by email to wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk. Hope to see you there!

Our new class schedules both local and Copic are now available so if you’d like details please email me for a listing.

If you are in the Stevenage area on Sunday I hope to see you at the Stamperama Show, Stevenage Leisure Centre. The show runs from 10:00 to 4:00 approx.

See you soon

Wendy

New Christmas Stamps

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:23:24 +0000

I’ve just seen the Christmas catalogues from Impression Obsession and Stampavie and love them both. I’m waiting for images from Impression Obsession but the new Stampavie ones have been added to my website for pre-order - they are soooo cute!! The image shown above is from Laurence a new designer for Stampavie. I cannot wait to play with the new stamps when they arrive - I’ve ordered lots but will there be any left for me?!! More info will follow re Impression Obsession’s offering…

NEW COPIC CLASSES

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:30:17 +0000

I am pleased to announce new dates and venues for Copic Classes Autumn 2010 with other dates for 2010- 2011 coming soon…

Saturday 21^st August – Introduction to Copic Class – Kintbury, Berkshire

Sunday 22nd August – Next Step with Copic – Kintbury, Berkshire NEW CLASS

Sunday 3^rd October – Introduction to Copic Class – Arundel, West Sussex NEW VENUE

Sunday 24^th October – Introduction to Copic Class – Stevenage, Herts

Sunday 14^th November – Introduction to Copic Class – Warrington, NW NEW VENUE

Details of the COPICific Retreat weekend details will be announced as soon as we have found a suitable venue for Spring 2011. The weekend will be a great time for all Copic enthusiast as we will cover all the various techniques in classes, playtime, shopping and evening entertainment at a delightful hotel.

The Copic Certification programme for 2011 details will be announced asap. I am currently working on the Certification manual, which will be available to all delegates attending the class. To attend the class you will have to complete an application form which will be available for you to download shortly.

Classes can be booked online or by calling Wendy on 01488 658728. If you have any questions please email wendy@stampsandmemories or ring the above number,

Hope to see you soon,

Wendy

Copic Certified and Regional Instructor

Summer Strawberries

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:38:14 +0000

This is a preview of what I’m teaching tonight at my local Stamping Friends club. Guess the lovely Strawberries growing in a pot by my shop inspired me!!

This card was quick and easy to make but has a surprise within - ideal for a secret message!!

Here’s the inside, when the ribbon is opened the message explodes open!!

All supplies are available from the Stamps & Memories website including:

Strawberry stamp D2200 from Leigh Hannan Designs http://www.stampsandmemories.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=3243

Pink papers are from the Make a Wish, Rita Marie Collection (NEW 6×6 packs just £1.99)

Coloured with Copic Ciaos RV10, RV13, R85 and YG63.

Ribbon (99p - call if you wish to order as it is not on my website yet!)

Hope you like it,

Happy Stamping,
Wendy

Stamping Bella Stamps

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:23:48 +0000

We currently have the following stamps in stock from Stamping Bella. Unfortunately Stamping Bella’s terms mean I cannot show the stamp images here as retailers are not permitted to show images on the web! You will see some cards we have completed using the Gardenia Greenthumb and Patricia birthdaycake on our blog. Another card will be uploaded later this week to celebrate my friend Yvonne’s birthday! If you are local and would like to pop into the shop (by appointment please) or you would like to receive images by post please let me know.

If you would like to purchase any of these stamps please contact Wendy on 01488 658728 or by email wendy@stampsandmemories.co.uk (please provide a telephone number so i can phone you back from payment details).

Matilda Muffinbread £6.99

Baby Buttercup reduced to £5.95

Cherryblossom Bittibloom £6.29

Bluebell Bittibloom £6.29

Poppy bittibloom £6.29

Rosy Bittibloom £6.29

Peony Bittibloom reduced to £5.95

I wish i looked so good on a bike ABELLA £7.99

Partygirlabella £8.99

Flowahbella £5.29

Daisyabella reduced to £5.99

Curly Surprisabella £5.99

Groovy Bridalbellas reduced to £5.99

Shopabellas reduced to £5.99

Georgina Glamourpuss £6.99

Betty Bombshell reduced to £4.99

Gardenia Greenthumb £7.99

Patricia Birthdaycake £7.99

Lottie & Gussie Galalot £7.99

Bettina buttercream reduced to £5.99

Halobella £7.99

Polly packages reduced to £4.75

Merryabella £5.99

Wreathabella reduced to £5.00

Daisyboardabella reduced to £5.00

Santa’s clothes a dryin’ reduced to £5.00

Happy Stamping, Wendy