February 2023

You are the light of the World-Sunday Wisdom

Sunday Wisdom / February 5, 2023

Being in the dark can be scary, right? The last time the lights went out in a storm, I bet the first thing you reached for was a candle. I think in today’s gospel Jesus wants us to be a candle in the dark. That single source of light that can transform a dark room.

In today’s first reading from Isaiah, God gives us a clue on how to be the light in the dark. We can glorify Him by serving others. We do this through the corporal works of mercy; feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, clothing the naked and giving to the poor. This is when people see and experience God’s love. This is how we allow God’s grace to shine before others.

When we put away our pride and humble ourselves to help others, everyone wins and our unselfish act becomes the light in a dark world. God not only wants us to give Him the glory, but he wants all of us to share in that glory. Trust me He notices and people will also notice your kindness. Then slowly your generosity will overcome the darkness.

So today, reflect on those people in your life to whom God is calling you to shine His light. Ask the Lord to reveal to you who is in need of an act of charity, mercy, compassion or forgiveness. Ask Him for the grace to be the light in their darkness. Ponder those times in your life when God’s light was revealed to you, perhaps by a friend, loved one or even a stranger. I know when someone lifts me up I am filled with gratitude. And gratitude always leads to kindness.

So today, be there for those who dwell in darkness. Put on the light of Christ and be the light of the world glorifying Christ by your light.

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Everybunny’s Favorite Spring!-Favorite Things Friday

Well even though Punxsutawney Phil predicts 6 more weeks of winter, here is another fun card created using the Easter Bunny and the Thanks a Bunch set. Spring is that favorite time of year where everything blooms and those adorable little bunnies seem to pop up everywhere.

I colored my bunny with Crumb Cake and Flirty Flamingo Blend Combos. The carrots are stamped with Pumpkin Pie and carrot tops, Garden Green. The carrots and the bunny are fussy cut using Paper Snips.

Project Measurements

Basic White CS- 5½ x 8½, (card base), 4¼ x 5½
Gingham Cottage DSP- 4 x 5¼
Easter Bunny Stamp Set
Thanks a Bunch Stamp Set
Pumpkin Pie Ink
Garden Green Ink
Memento Black Ink
Crumb Cake Blend Combo
Flirty Flamingo Blend Combo
Paper Snips
Stampin’ Seal Adhesive/Liquid Glue

I hope this card puts you in the mood for spring! Have a Blessed week!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Let’s Sale-A-Brate!

Sales and Announcements / February 2, 2023

Sale-a-Bration is such a fun time of the year and Stampin’ Up! went all out this year. Stampin’ Up! has added additional products you can earn free. Click Here for additional products pdf and then check out the ways you can celebrate Sale-A-Brations!

Earn Free Stamping Toys

During Sale-a-Bration, you can earn exclusive items from the Sale-a-Bration brochure for purchases of any Stampin’ Up! products from the Annual Catalog, the new Mini Catalog and even from the Clearance Rack (amounts are before shipping and taxes) Right now during Sale-a-Brations Stampin’ Up! is offering two levels of Sale-a-Bration products! Yay!

LEVEL ONE – Free w/ $50 Purchase. For every $50 you spend, you choose one Level One item to add to your order. Just look at all of your choices.

Adorable Owls Cling Stamp Set (#160269)
Thanks a Bunch Photopolymer Stamp Set (#160816)
Dainty Flowers 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper (#160834)
Day at the Farm 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper (#160835)
Sending Support Cling Stamp Set (#160822)
Favored Flowers 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper (#160833)
In the Country Cling Stamp Set (#160828)

LEVEL TWO – Free w/ $100 Purchase. For every $100 you spend, you choose one Level Two item to add to your order. Check these out and add them to your list!

Beautifully Happy Photopolymer Stamp Set (#160804)
Dandy Designs 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper (#160836)

Now what if you want to SHOP BIG?

Then be the Host! You can host an in-person event or an online catalog event. Either way once you hit $300 in sales, (now thru February 28, 2023) you will earn the exclusive Sale-a-bration Host stamp set. Now that is Big! If you want to set up an online party, just let me know and I will create a code for you and your friends! The exclusive Host set is Scenic Garden. Here is a closer look:

What if you want it ALL?

Simple……..Just Join My Team

OPTION 1 – For just $129, you get your choice of $175 (your choice) of Stampin’ Up! products and a Boho Blue Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (a $63 value).
OPTION 2 – Not really that wild about blue? I get it, then for $129, you get your choice of $175 (your choice) of Stampin’ Up! products and a white Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (a $63 value).
OPTION 3 – Already have a Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine? Then for $99, you get your choice of $175 (your choice) of Stampin’ Up! Products!

What’s More to love about during Sale-A-Bration month?

Your Starter Kit is shipped with FREE SHIPPING!
You will earn a 20% discount on all purchases immediately after joining and for as long as you are a demonstrator.
There is never an obligation to sell or share with anyone (although one you start creating it will be hard not to share with everyone!)
When you join my team today, you will be invited to my Upline’s private Facebook group where you will find some amazing projects, plus some super fun and talented people.
So what are you waiting for, Let the Fun Begin- CLICK HERE to Join Today.

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Thanks A Bunch-Sale-A-Bration!

Sale-a-Bration, Thank You / February 1, 2023

Yesterday’s bunny card got me in the mood for some carrots! LOL Today’s card features one of the Free Sale-a-bration sets, Thanks A Bunch! It is available free to anyone who places a $50 order, so if you don’t have a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, feel free to order here! Just click on the Shop Now Button at the end of this post.

Don’t forget if you join my team, you can also take advantage of the free stampin’ cut n emboss machine, as well as, an extra $50 in free product added to your starter kit! You choose the products for your starter kit. Kit cost is only $129, but do not delay because this special offer ends on February 28, 2023. Just click on the Join My Team button below to get started!

So now back to my carrot card. I stamped the carrots in Pumpkin Pie and the accent on carrots, along with the leaves are stamped in Garden Green. The Thanks a Bunch is stamped with Memento Black ink, but any black ink will do. It was so simple and quick, just a few layers and presto you are finished.

Project Mesurements

Garden Green CS: 8½ x 5½ (card base)
Pumpkin Pie CS: 4 x 5¼
Basic White CS: 3 ¾ x 5, 4 x 5¼ , 1½ x 3¾
Thanks A Bunch Stamp Set
Memento Black Ink
Garden Green Ink
Pumpkin Pie Ink
Stampin’ Adhesive/Liquid Glue
Stampin’ Dimensionals
Paper Snips

I hope you enjoyed this super simple card! Be sure to create something beautiful and be a blessings to someone this week.

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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You are the light of the World-Sunday Wisdom

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae