Spring Stamp Camp 2024

Spring Stamp Camp 2024, Hermon Maine

Taking time to make handmade cards and gifts that you will share with family and friends makes the life so much better. Come to my Spring Stamp Camp and make your upcoming all occasion cards, with ideas that you can use over and over again.

I am so excited to share the details of this with you. While I am keeping the cards we will be making and day’s event schedule a secret for now (oh the anticipation…), please know that I put a lot of thought and creativity in unique and clever items for you to paper craft with. I would love to see you at this Spring Stamp Camp to join in on all the fun!

Saturday, April 13, 9:30-4:30

The Spring Stamp Camp will be held at the Lynde Lodge #174, 2500 Route 2, in Hermon Maine. The Lodge is next door to the Hermon Baptist Church. There is limited seating for this Spring Stamp Camp, so reserve your spot while it remains available.

Bring your basic card making kit and plenty of adhesive. But if you run out of sticky stuff, I will have more available for you to purchase!

Creativity Session Like No Other

Upon arrival at the Spring Stamp Camp, pick up your adorably crafted Swag Bag with a keepsake element. In it you will find a decorative magnetic name tag, a booklet with printed PDF project tutorials, your Make & Take packets for 10 do-it-yourself handmade cards (envelopes included), and door prize and grand prize raffle tickets.

Pick a spot to unpack and relax, supply baskets for each project will come to you as you are ready for them. You will have samples and your booklet as guidance in creating (plus me!).

At your seat, welcome gifts await! There is nothing as wonderful as surprise and delight…

Stamp, Play, Win: At The Spring Stamp Camp

Socialize and mingle as you go to separate stations for die cutting and embossing.

Enjoy a light lunch and snacks (included) on your time.

As your name is announced, choose from a variety of stamping door prizes.

Play along with some fun, interactive stamping games for even more prizes.

Peruse my collection of Cash & Carry Kits and Retired DSP selections for sale.

Shop in my Online Stamping Store for Retreat Ordering Specials.

Earn extra Grand Prize Raffle entries and increase your odds of winning.

Make Beautiful Art, Make Beautiful Memories

This Spring Stamp Camp will be so special, and it will be even more special if I get to see you there! Plan to spend the day with me, stamping and chatting, for this very rare event.

Reply and let me know if you (and your friends!) are coming. Grab the EARLY BIRD EVENT PRICE at $60 per person, paid in full by April 2. Or pay the regular event price, $65 per person, in full by April 9. Seating is limited and accepted in order of completed payment.

If you are unable to attend the event after payment is made, your full Swag Bag, pillow gifts, and a door prize will be available for pick up from my Carmel Maine home, or mailed to you at your cost after April 14. And if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out with them at any point.

Hope to see you for this fantastic stamping opportunity!

Spring Stamp Camp Details

Saturday, April 13, 9:30-4:30

Lynde Lodge, Hermon Maine

LAST DAY TO REGISTER/PAY IS APRIL 9

Early Bird Price $60 by April 2

Regular Price $65 by April 9

March (Kits & More) Madness

Join Me For A March (Kits & More) Madness Party

You don’t have to be “mad” for Stampin’ Up! Kits to join me for this fun filled event on Saturday, March 9, at the Lynde Lodge in Hermon, Maine. Our kit-together festivities will run from Noon to 4pm. Bring your basic cardmaking kit (adhesive, scissors, etc.) and plan to have an amazing Craft-ernoon!

Kits And More

There will be numerous fully assembled Stampin’ Up! papercrafting kits on display for you to view. Your first decision is choosing your own kit to craft with for your $30 entry fee. Along with your selected kit, you will receive a Mystery Goodie Bag for additional card making fun. Each “kit and more” comes with a complimentary raffle ticket to the Grand Prize Drawing!

But don’t stop at just one kit….try out other kits, with Mystery Goodie Bags and raffle tickets, for $25 each. There is no limit to the number of kits you may purchase, but styles may be limited based on kit popularity (first come, first served)! If you run out of assembly time, take your kits home to play at your leisure. Or, use a kit as the perfect gift for someone else!

March Madness Games & Prizes

Plan to play some games while you craft away! We will enjoy a couple of easy and fun basketball and bracket themed activities. Of course there will be prizes…what are games without winning, after all?!?

Cash in your token for the Basketball Toss Game, gym sneakers not required. Take your best guess with the Kit Bracket Game, choosing which kit you think will be slam dunked as most popular. And there is nothing but luck involved for the Grand Prize Drawing, may luck be with you on this day!

Socialize, Papercraft, Play

Besides crafting your kits and more, and playing March Madness Basketball Games for prizes, there will be a *NEW* Sentiment Stamping Station. This will give you the ability to ink up the perfect phrase for your projects, no matter what your kit has to say.

I will have a vast selection of sentiment stamps with clear blocks and ink for you to get clever with. There will also be a limited selection of basic shaped dies and punches to play with.

March (Kits & More) Madness

Event Date: Saturday, March 9

Event Place: Lynde Lodge, 2500 Route 2, Hermon Maine

Event Time: Noon to 4pm

Event Price: $30 at the door, with additional kits for $25; cash, checks, PayPal or Venmo accepted

RSVP/Questions: email: juliem@themainestamper.com, call or text Julie 207-659-6482

Bring: Basic Cardmaking Kit, snacks if desired, covered beverage, and a good friend (seriously, bring a friend!). See you there!

Stamping and Bingo Event

Join Us For The Fun & Prizes…and Stamping!

SIGN UP EXTENDED THRU DECEMBER 26

Welcome To Bingo

Ready to end this year with a bang? Join me for an awesome and fun afternoon of crafting and winning! Start with your goodie bag of Stampin’ Up! products valued over $25, make 6 cards, play to win 6 games of Quick Bingo and 6 games of Heads or Tails, plus have a chance to win Door Prizes too.

Perfect Post Christmas Activity

You Will Need:

How This Works:

May The Cards Be In Your Favor

Bring A Friend For Even More Fun

EXTENDED Sign Up By December 26 For Your Spot

This event fee is non-refundable once payment is finalized. If you are unable to attend the event, you may make arrangements to pick up your goodie bag and card kits after December 31, or have them shipped to you at an additional cost. Consider asking another attendee to play your Bingo games (and win prizes!) for you, or join us virtually via FaceBook Live.

If winter weather affects travel on December 30, it is at my discretion to reschedule the event for another date.

Black Friday Specials, November 2023

Shop With Me This Holiday Season

When it comes to online shopping, choices can be difficult. I am here to give you some of my very best offers, made with love, full of value.

Below, you’ll find a roundup of my gift go-to’s for the upcoming holiday season. Cross loved ones off your list while you shop with me, or choose to keep your selections for yourself and make this Christmas very merry, indeed!

These offers are available Friday, November 24 thru Monday, November 27, while supplies last. Shipping fees will be added, with combined shipping when applicable. Local pick up is free.

Please wait for an invoice with your total.

Handmade Cards

Christmas Card Variety, $25 plus shipping

Get some festive handmade cards to use this holiday season, or to gift away. These cards will also inspire you in your own creativity. Receive 12 assorted Christmas themed cards, sized A2, selection will vary, quality envelopes included. White inserts will be attached on color cardstock bases, some inside stamping may be included on some cards. Cost $25 plus shipping fee.

All Occasion Card Variety, $25 plus shipping

Want some beautiful handmade cards to gift or send? Looking for inspiration and need samples? Grab this offer and get an assortment of 12 A2 sized cards. Cards and occasion will vary, quality envelopes included. White inserts will be attached on color cardstock bases, some inside stamping may be included on some cards. Cost $25 plus shipping fee.

Adhesive Kits, $40 plus shipping

This gift is perfect for the on-the-go crafter or as an organizer in any craft room! Get a variety of adhesive products in a zipper vinyl case, white or black. Because adhesive is a consumable product, crafters always need more! You will receive Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Mini Glue Dots, Mulitpurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal Tape Runner and Stampin’ Seal Refill. Adhesive Kit, White or Black, $40 plus shipping fee.

Gift Certificate and Free Stampin’ Up! Mug

When you purchase a gift certificate for my Online Stampin’ Up! Store for $50+, you will get a FREE SU Mug too. Your choice of red or white mug, gift box included. Gift Certificate is good only thru Julie Makson, Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. Gift Certificate does not expire. Custom Gift Certificate amounts are available on request. Give the gift of Stampin’ Up! (or get one for yourself!) when you get a Gift Certificate. Gift Certificate cost to be calculated by request, shipping will be added for the mug.

Kits by Stampin’ Up!

Shop My Selection of Available Kits

Kits make great gifts! They are all in one creativity sessions for beginners or pros. Shop from my stash, cross off that hard to shop for person, and save! There are a great variety of kits, sure to please your loved ones with a crafting experience. Kits will be shipped in a cello bag, ready to pop into your own Christmas gift bag. Kits listed below are limited in quantity (some are sold out from Stampin’ Up! completely). If your kit selection is no longer available, I will contact you for a possible substitution. Each kit is $25 plus shipping.

A Million Thanks Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Say “thank you” in style and dazzle with layers of dimensions with the versatile A Million Thanks Kit!

This kit has everything you need to create beautiful, all-occasion cards to express your gratitude.

Mix and match card bases, sentiments, pre-cut die pieces, and embellishments to create expertly crafted cards with ease. It’s never been so easy to show how seriously grateful you are!

Boho Beach Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Sit back, relax, and take family and friends to the beach from the comfort of your home with the Boho Beach Kit! It comes with everything you need to make eight beach-inspired cards, evoking peace and relaxation in mere minutes!

The acrylic-poured-paintart style used in this kit creates a dazzling marbled color effect. Create your own cards with boho beach style and send a friendly note to the people you love today!

Christmas Everywhere Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Share the joy of Christmas effortlessly with those you love wherever they are around the world with the Christmas Everywhere Kit.

Featuring trees from all places in the world and warm Christmas greetings, mix and match designs and sentiments to customize your cards, and send friends and family some holiday cheer their way!

Christmas Gifting Tag Kit, $25 plus shipping

You’ll love the ease of gift gifting this year with the Christmas Gifting Kit! This tag and gift card holder kit is a simple way to enhance the Christmas gifting experience for you and your loved ones.

Create gorgeous gift tags with attached gift cards holders so you can give your friends and family gift cards to the places they love while adding a handmade touch.Makes 9 sets: 3 each of 3 designs.

Christmas Whimsy Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Christmas Whimsy is an adorably fun Christmas card kit with a modern design!

Santa’s elves might be hard at work at the North Pole, but with this all-inclusive kit, the hard work is done for you! All pieces are printed, die cut, and ready for you to craft. The simplicity of this card kit makes it perfect for beginner crafters and kids, too! Grab a kit or two and gather around for a simple holiday season activity that everyone will enjoy. Makes 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs.

Colorful Kaleidoscope Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Dive into geometric possibilities with the Colorful Kaleidoscope Kit! With unique coordinating colors and special laser cuts, it’s the perfect addition to your collection to make eye-popping crafts all year long.

This is an all-occasion stamping kit: the stamp set is filled with sentiments you can use for birthdays, to express love, to send thanks, and more. It comes with peek-through die cuts that are easily layered to create a kaleidoscopic effect on your cards. It also has precut paper pieces edged with gold foil ready to use for your stamped sentiments, and gold brushed metallic embellishments to finish off your card.

No matter what the occasion is, this kit will help you make a memorable card that all your recipients will love.

Confetti Birthday Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Put the happy in happy birthday with handmade shaker cards you create with the all-inclusive Confetti Birthday Kit! This DIY card making kit walks you through a simplified shaker technique, so you can easily create fun, festive cards to celebrate someone special.

The kit comes with everything you need to create 9 birthday cards featuring bright, bold colors, confetti shakers, and holographic accents. It’s the perfect way send happy birthday wishes in exceptional style!

Cozy & Bright Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Celebrate the season with a card kit that has everything you need to make 12 festive cards. Wish those you love a merry Christmas and a joyous New Year with classic pine, cinnamon, and orange designs that will warm any heart.

And the gold foil details add that special something to these seasonal designs.

Don’t let the holidays overwhelm you–get your all-inclusive kit and make quick multiples everyone will love!

For the Guys Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Celebrate the men in your life with the For the Guys All Inclusive Card Kit. Create DIY outdoor-themed cards that celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and express gratitude.

Customize cards for the recipients with people-themed sentiments like brother, uncle, nephew, etc.

All greetings are interchangeable on the printed and die-cut card elements so you can create the kind of card you need when you need it. Once your kit is complete, keep the stamp set for future creative projects.

Forever Friends Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Celebrate friendship with the Forever Friends Card Kit! Included is everything you need to create eight beautifully floral all-occasion friendship cards, detailed with Old Olive foil.

This card making kit includes sentiment stamps that will help you send kind words of support, appreciation, and encouragement to those you hold dear.

This kit also makes a great gift, which means friends both near and far can join in on the card making fun!

Light the Candles Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Give a big “Hip Hip Hooray!” for the Light the Candles Kit! This is a beginner-friendly DIY birthday card kit that’ll make you want to party and eat cake at the same time!

You’ll get enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs—and 8 coordinating envelopes with party-ready designs of birthday cake, candles, and all the wishes.

The cards in this kit also make great invitations for a fun birthday bash!

Love, Santa Tag Kit, $25 plus shipping

Santa Claus is coming to town in the Love, Santa Tag Kit! This tag kit features oversized Christmas tags in festive, whimsical designs. Dress up your gifts this year and make them the “Santa” of attention!

Kit includes: Love, Santa Photopolymer Stamp Set, Acrylic stamp block, Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot, Designed projects, Step-by-step instructions, Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting), Adhesive-backed sequins, Adhesive to complete projects.

Makes 12 tags: 3 each of 4 designs, Finished tag size: approximately 2-1/2″ x 4-3/4″,

No Matter The Weather Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Create sunny projects for rainy days with the No Matter the Weather All-Inclusive Card Kit.

Kit includes soft, watercolored imagery in bright colors. Make cute DIY cards with rain galoshes, umbrellas, springtime blooms, and a sweet white bunny. Mix and match friendship and love-themed greetings to customize your projects.

Included stamp set also has cloud and texture images that can be used to customize your projects. Follow the step-by-step instructions or customize as your creativity flows. Kits make a great gift for crafters or aspiring crafters.

Robot Buddies Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Take a byte out of the Robot Buddies Card Kit! This kit is programmed with kids in mind, making it a great kit to create with children. With precut pieces and simple instructions, this friendship-themed robot card kit will make your crafting experience a breeze!

The quirky robot imagery and birthday sentiments will help your child get excited to gift their handmade card to a friend. You’ll go nuts and bolts over this kit! Makes 9 cards.

Rustic Christmas Countdown Kit, $25 plus shipping

Capture the spirit of Christmas with the Rustic Christmas Countdown Kit! This craft kit includes everything you need to make 25 individual paper envelopes to help you count down the days until Christmas.

With beautiful paper greenery, bows, holiday flowers, gems, and more, you have all the supplies you need to create some unique envelope designs. Then, simply fill them up with a small treat or a sweet note!

Whether you keep the kit for yourself or gift it to a friend, this advent calendar will add a charming touch to your home during the Christmas season.

Sentimental Rose Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Create all-occasion cards to use or give as a gift with the Sentimental Rose All-Inclusive Card Kit.

The kit has everything you need to make handmade cards to say thank you, happy birthday, or best wishes. Stamp your projects with the included delicate floral stamp set.

The rose image can be stamped monochromatically or can be shaded using a variety of coloring techniques. Stamp up cards and use the stamp set on future creative projects.

Follow our step-by-step instructions or customize the cards as you choose. Kits make a great gift for crafters or aspiring crafters.

The Best Remedy Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

We all know that sometimes life stinks. When it does, there’s a simple solution: The Best Remedy Kit!

Make one of the adorable, under-the-weather animals the focal point of your card. Then customize your project with the stamp set and embellishments.

The stamp set includes cute images and fun phrases that are sure to deliver a smile. When someone you love needs a pick-me-up, this kit offers the perfect remedy!

Timeless Greetings Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

It’s time to celebrate the people who mean the world to you with the Timeless Greetings Kit!

The kit includes everything you need to create eight all-occasion cards with coordinating envelopes that you can use all year long. The imagery features an elegant pocket watch and globe in neutral colors, along with heartfelt sentiments that are sure to inspire lasting memories.

These cards are perfect for wishing happy birthday, saying thank you, or sending a friendship note in style. Make sure to let family and friends know just how special they are!

You Are My Anchor Card Kit, $25 plus shipping

Create mini all-occasion cards with the You Are My Anchor All-Inclusive Card Kit. Create the mini cards to fill out and give away yourself, or stamp up a set and enclose them into the included gift boxes to give as a gift.

Stamp set greetings include a variety of options including a few whimsical nautical themed sentiments like You Are My Anchor and all-occasion sentiments like Thanks and For You. The stamp set also includes several seaside images that you can use to customize your projects, or use it on future creative projects.

Makes 10 mini cards: 2 each of 5 designs, folded card size: 3″ x 3″.

Also makes 4 boxes with bands, finished box size: 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 3/4″.

Get Your Gifts Now, November 24 – 27, 2023

Shop with me for these amazing deals for a limited time! Fill out the form with your selections, and I will email you an invoice with combined shipping (this will help you save money on postage!).

Orders will ship the week of November 27, via USPS first class mail.

Thank you for letting me help you with your gift giving needs this holiday season!

Christmas Stamp Camp 2023

Christmas Stamp Camp 2023, Hermon Maine

Taking time to make handmade cards and gifts that you will share with family and friends makes the holiday season so much better. Come to my Christmas Stamp Camp and get a head start on your creations with ideas that you can use over and over again.

I am so excited to share the details of this with you. While I am keeping the cards and projects we will be making a secret for now (oh the anticipation…), please know that I put a lot of thought and creativity in unique and clever items for you to paper craft with. I would love to see you at this Christmas Stamp Camp to join in on all the fun!

Saturday, October 28, 9:30-4:30

The Christmas Stamp Camp will be held at the Lynde Lodge #174, 2500 Route 2, in Hermon Maine. The Lodge is next door to the Hermon Baptist Church. There is limited seating for this Christmas Stamp Camp, so reserve your spot while it remains available.

Bring your basic card making kit and plenty of adhesive. But if you run out of sticky stuff, I will have more available for you to purchase!

Creativity Session Like No Other

Upon arrival at the Christmas Stamp Camp, pick up your adorably crafted Swag Bag with a keepsake element. In it you will find a decorative magnetic name tag, a booklet with printed PDF project tutorials, your Make & Take packets for 10 handmade items (8 cards and 2 projects), and door prize and grand prize raffle tickets.

Pick a spot to unpack and relax, supply baskets for each project will come to you as you are ready for them. You will have samples and your booklet as guidance in creating (plus me!).

At your seat, welcome gifts await! There is nothing as wonderful as surprise and delight…

Stamp, Play, Win: At The Christmas Stamp Camp

Socialize and mingle as you go to separate stations for die cutting and embossing.

Enjoy a light lunch and snacks (included) on your time.

As your name is announced, choose from a variety of stamping door prizes.

Play along with some fun, interactive stamping games for even more prizes.

Peruse my collection of Cash & Carry Kits and Retired DSP selections for sale.

Shop in my Online Stamping Store for Retreat Ordering Specials.

Earn extra Grand Prize Raffle entries and increase your odds of winning.

Grand Prize Raffle: Merriest Trees & More Bundle

Make your upcoming holiday even merrier with the Merriest Trees Bundle, Brushed Gold Cards & Envelopes, and Joyful 12 x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper! All of these items are bundled together for my Grand Prize Drawing, designed to help you elevate your cardmaking projects.

Some very lucky participant will be leaving the Christmas Stamp Camp with this amazing collection, valued at $79.75 before tax and shipping! Will these be yours???

Make Beautiful Art, Make Beautiful Memories

This Christmas Stamp Camp will be so special, and it will be even more special if I get to see you there! Plan to spend the day with me, stamping and chatting, for this very rare event.

Reply and let me know if you (and your friends!) are coming. The event price is $60 per person, and payment is due on or before October 20 by mailed check, PayPal or Venmo. Please contact me for stamp camp availability and payment arrangement. Seating is limited and accepted in order of completed payment.

If you are unable to attend the event after payment is made, your full Swag Bag, pillow gifts, and a door prize will be available for pick up from my Carmel Maine home, or mailed to you at your cost after October 29. And if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out with them at any point.

Hope to see you for this festive stamping opportunity!

Real Reviews From My NY Summer Stamping Retreat, 2023

“An amazing day with wonderful positive people! I so appreciate all of the hard work that was put into todays camp. Alisa was an awesome assistant!” ~ Melissa S.

“A wonderful day today. So many creative women. Julie and her helpers put in a lot of hard work to put this retreat together. I appreciate it. Had a great time. Hope to do it again someday….” ~ Jen V.

“It was a great day! Lots of fantastic cards and lots of fun with a great group of stampers! Thanks Julie for a fun filled day!” ~ Janice H.

“Thank you so much Julie for everything!! This was an amazing day! You thought of everything and made it a beautiful day to remember!!!!” ~ Gwen W.

“Once again…an awesome day spent with awesome friends and stampers! As always…amazing job Julie and helpers!” ~ Jane R.

“Amazing day with so many wonderful women!! Julie Everything was amazing!! So organized and fun. You, Alisa and Isabella did such a wonderful job having everything so organized!!” ~ Sarah S.