Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Simply Amazing Starter Kit - Last Day to Order!

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Today is the last day of this simply amazing offer from Stampin' up!  This is the best offer on the Starter Kit that Stampin' Up! has ever offered. With such a great price and the same great products why wouldn't anyone take advantage of this wonderful offer, if nothing else than to get more stampin' supplies for less! Click here to check out the full details. Please email me if you have any questions.

Monday, November 29, 2010

Online Spectacular - Last 2 Days!!!!


During this one week only, you can get incredible discounts--up to 50 percent--saving big on your favorite products, as well as qualifying for FREE SHIPPING with online orders of $150 or more.Click here to see everything that is on sale! 


Things to RememberDiscounted Products
  • Discounted digital downloads are only available on online order.
  • There is no minimum purchase required to participate in the discounted products promotion.
  • For product bundles, you must use the bundle item numbers provided. Bundle discounts will not be applied if individual item numbers are used.
  • Additional products from current catalogs may be purchased on the same order.
  • Discounts range between 20 and 50 percent.
  • Deadlines:
    • Online Store:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)
Free Shipping
  • In order to receive free shipping, orders must be $150 or more before tax and shipping.
  • Free shipping is available for qualifying online orders only.
  • Deadlines:
    • Online Store:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)




Sunday, November 28, 2010

12 Weeks of Christmas - Week 8


This week I would like to share one of the cards that we made at my Christmas Stamp A Stack. This card is a playful Christmas card which would be very easy to mass produce. We embossed the ornament and used the ornament punch to punch it out. Then we used the Big Shot machine to emboss the Bashfull Blue background and the cut the Top Notes. The card is finished with a basic rhinestone and a Real Red 1/8th Taffeta Ribbon bow.



Supplies.....................................................
Big Shot Machine # 113439
Top Note Die #113463
Pefect Polka Dots Embossing Folder #117335
Delightful Decorations W#116517
Many Merry Messages W#116586
Silver Stampin' Embossing Powder #109131
Heat Tool #100005
VersaMark Pad #102283
Stampin' Dimensionals #104430
Glue Dots #103683
Ornament Extra Large Punch #119847
Real Red 1/8th Taffeta Ribbon #119251
Basic Rhinestones #119246
Real Red, Bashfull Blue, Whisper White Card Stock





Blog Candy Winner

And the winner is..............

"I totally love your blog!! It gives me great ideas and ways to use my stuff and you always have fun stuff to share!! Keep up the good work! Lisa M."

Thank you Lisa, please email me to receive your Cherry Cobbler Ink Pad & Christmas Greetings stamp set!



Friday, November 26, 2010

Starter Kit Questions

Questions about becoming a Demonstrator........
Good morning.  I have been fielding a lot of questions about becoming a Demonstrator, so I thought there might be others of you out there that had similar questions.  Let's go through a few of them.

1. What are the minimum sales requirements?
You only need to submit $300 in sales per quarter or $100 per month less your 20% discount. Submit your sales in any increment you wish and still receive your 20 % discount and commission.

2. What if I want to do this as a hobby and not necessarily a business?
Stampin’ Up! supports all demonstrators, no matter their goals or the level at which they choose to run their business. If you choose not to hold workshops, you can simply place your own orders and/or collect orders from family and
friends to equal the $300 quarterly sales minimum.

3. Can I be my own hostess?
Yes, you can be your own hostess anytime you want. Invite your family and friends into your home and have a workshop, or place your own order equalling $150 or higher to receive these benefits.

4. Explain to me how the 30% Discount on my first  order works?
Once you sign up, you have 45 days from that date to place a $150 or higher order and receive a 30% discount on the entire order (plus hostess benefits).  If you need a small amount of supplies before you are ready to place this order, you can order then without forfieting this Special Offer.

5. How much does it cost to get started as a demonstrator?
The Starter Kit is only normally $175.00, and it includes everything you will need to get your business up and running, including stamp sets, ink, paper, catalogs, order forms, a training video, and more ($310 value). You have your choice between the Standar Starter Kit
or the My Digital Studio Starter Kit, and if you’re interested in scrapbooking, you can also select the Stampin’ Memories Add-On for an additional $50 ($80 value).
UNTIL NOVEMBER 30th, both of these kits are available for $87.50!
FREE SHIPPING ON THIS STARTER KIT TOO

6. How can I make money as a demonstrator?
You can earn money in three ways: instant income (20 percent of each order), monthly volume rebates (5–20 percent of total sales), and monthly downline override commissions (2–6 percent of your recruits’ sales).

7. Do I have to recruit other demonstrators?
No, if you were to recruit demonstrators, you would be paid override commissions on your downline’s sales, but this is a perk, not a requirement.

8. Where will I get project ideas for my workshops? What kind of training can I expect?
Stampin’ Up! provides dozens of training resources filled with project ideas and tips to help you run every aspect of your business, including a monthly publication called Stampin’ Success, Demonstrator Support agents, a demonstrator only web site, hundreds of samples, annual and seasonal catalogs, a training DVD, the Demonstrator Manual, and a Product Guide. 
AND - if you join under me, you become a member of my group. We have special Demonstrator only meetings in which I help your with your business, share new techniques, and where you'll get great ideas from other demonstrators to further assist you in your stamping craft - or growing your business.

9. What if I decide that I don’t like it once I’ve started? Will I be penalized if I quit?
You may choose to stop at anytime, and you will not be penalized. You simply stop placing orders. No - you do not have to return your starter kit - it is yours to keep and enjoy!
Additional Perks:
  • When the new Idea Book and Catalog comes out, you receive a FREE copy, AND you are allowed to BUY, one Level 2 and one Level 3 Hostess Set.
  • You get ALL the mini catalogs well before customers do and you get a pre-order one month in advance of the catalog going live. (this is an excellent opportunity to get your classes designed and ready for when the catalog goes live - if you decide to be a Business Builder Demonstrator - or as a Hobby Demonstrator - you get to create with the stamp sets before anyone else even gets to buy them).
  • Periodically Stampin Up will offer additional discounts and incentives to their demonstrators such as discounts on bundled packages, discounts on new stamp releases, etc.
  • You Get to attend Local Regional Events in your area.
  • You get to attend CONVENTION
  • You get almost daily updates on the Demonstrator Homepage of Everything going on in the Stampin Up world.
To get your kit today click here and use my online password "Brandy."

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Online Spectacular!


During this one week only, you can get incredible discounts--up to 50 percent--saving big on your favorite products, as well as qualifying for FREE SHIPPING with online orders of $150 or more.Click here to see everything that is on sale! 


Things to RememberDiscounted Products
  • Discounted digital downloads are only available on online order.
  • There is no minimum purchase required to participate in the discounted products promotion.
  • For product bundles, you must use the bundle item numbers provided. Bundle discounts will not be applied if individual item numbers are used.
  • Additional products from current catalogs may be purchased on the same order.
  • Discounts range between 20 and 50 percent.
  • Deadlines:
    • Online Store:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)
Free Shipping
  • In order to receive free shipping, orders must be $150 or more before tax and shipping.
  • Free shipping is available for qualifying online orders only.
  • Deadlines:
    • Online Store:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)




Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Stampin' Up! Starter Kit Offer!

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The 50% savings on the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit has taken the stamping world by storm! This is the best offer on the Starter Kit that Stampin' Up! has ever offered. With such a great price and the same great products why wouldn't anyone take advantage of this wonderful offer, if nothing else than to get more stampin' supplies for less! Click here to check out the full details. Please email me if you have any questions.

12 Weeks of Christmas - Weeks 5, 6 & 7


I know I'm a little behind on my 12 weeks of Christmas, but I am going to get you caught up today! My first project was a swap I made for my stamp club. I wanted to show how you can use the fabric on a card. This card is so simple yet very elegant. I simply ripped strips from the fabric and tied those around the strips of cardstock. I tied a knot and added a button using hemp twine.


Supplies......................................................
Bright Christmas W#121678 C#121318
Elements of Style W#118611 C#120045
Designer Fabric - Deck the halls #121716
Big Designer Buttons - Deck the Halls #121002
Hemp Twine #100982
Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler, So Saffron, Certainly Celery Card Stock
Always Artichoke Classic Ink




This next card I would like to share with you is one of the cards I made for a Christmas WOW swap I participated in last month. This cards is so fun and is actually pretty simple to make. I used the Big Shot machine to create the diamond background. The snowmen are colored using the Stampin' Write Markers. And the finishing touch is dazzling diamonds all over the card so that it sparkles like snow!


Supples........................................................
Holiday Line Up W#111648
Many Merry Messages W#116586
Big Shot Machine # 113439
Standard Texturz Silicone Rubber # 114615
Backgrounds 1 Texturz Plates #114512
Snowflake Extra Large Punch #119852
Basic Rhinestones #119246
Silver Embossing Powder #109131
Versamark Pad #102283
2-way Glue Pen #100425
Dazzling Diamonds #102023
Dimensionals #104430
Marina Mist, Whisper White, Bashful Blue Card Stock
Bashful Blue, Marina Mist, Only Orange, Blushing Bride Stamin' Write Markers


The last project I would like to share with you is one that we made at my last stamp a stack. This card is supper simple as well and could be used for Christmas, or after the holidays too. The snowflakes are made using the new decorative strip from the Holiday Mini Catalog. And just like the card before I used lots of dazzling diamonds to make is shimmer like snow!


Supplies...............................................................
Bright Christmas W#121678 C#121318
Big Shot Machine #113439
Decorative Strip Spacer Platform #113477
Decorative Strip Cutting Pads #113479
Decorative Strip - Northern Frost #120901
Perfect Polka Dots Embossing Folder # 117335
Dazzling Diamonds #102023
2-Way Glue Pen #100425
Marina Mist, Bashful Blue Card Stock
Marina Mist Classic Ink


Monday, November 22, 2010

Online Spectacular!


During this one week only, you can get incredible discounts--up to 50 percent--saving big on your favorite products, as well as qualifying for FREE SHIPPING with online orders of $150 or more.Click here to see everything that is on sale! 


Things to Remember
Discounted Products
  • Discounted digital downloads are only available on online order.
  • There is no minimum purchase required to participate in the discounted products promotion.
  • For product bundles, you must use the bundle item numbers provided. Bundle discounts will not be applied if individual item numbers are used.
  • Additional products from current catalogs may be purchased on the same order.
  • Discounts range between 20 and 50 percent.
  • Deadlines:
    • Online Store:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)
Free Shipping
  • In order to receive free shipping, orders must be $150 or more before tax and shipping.
  • Free shipping is available for qualifying online orders only.
  • Deadlines:
    • Online Store:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)




I'm Back with Blog Candy!



Good morning everyone! I am glad to say that I am back will be posting regularly to my blog again. My house is on the market and I am settled into my temporary living arrangements. I've really missed sharing my projects with you as I have been busy with clubs, swaps, and a Stamp Camp during my absence. I will try to get you all caught up this week!  So, I was trying to think of a way to come back with a bang and get you all exciting again, and what better way than to do this with Blog Candy! All you have to do is leave me a comment on this blog with in the next week. On Sunday I will randomly choose some one to receive this little package of Christmas goodies! I will be giving away the Christmas Greetings stamp set along with a pad of Classic Cherry Cobbler Ink!



Sunday, November 21, 2010

Social Saturday Winner

OK, so I've been absent for a couple of weeks but I haven't forgotten that I need to pick a winner for my last Social Saturday post. Congratulations to Darla who commented:

"I love the Deck the Halls designer paper. It looks vintage and elegant. Brings back some OLD Christmas memories. DBrowder "

  
Darla please email me your address by Friday and I will get a special handmade card out in the mail to you! For everyone else please check back on Saturday for another chance to win!

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Social Saturday

I thought it would be fun to start a weekly post in which I can hear from you. I post all week about my thoughts, share my samples, and share with you what I have been working on but this is my opportunity to hear from you. So each week I will post a question and I want to hear your answer. To respond simply add a comment to the post before I randomly choose one comment on Monday. The persons who comment is chosen will receive a special handmade card made by me! Be sure to check back to see if your comment won!

This years Holiday Mini Catalog is absolutely wonderful! There are so many fabulous stamp sets and embellishments offered at a time of year that we probably all make the most cards! I think my favorite item from the Holiday Mini Catalog would have to be the Glass Glitter. I pray and hope that this gets carried over to the new catalog in July, or at least the next Occasions Mini Catalog that will be out in January. What's your favorite item in the current Holiday Mini Catalog, be it a stamp set, embellishment, or Designer Series Paper?

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Temporarily On Break

Hi everyone,

I just wanted to let you all know that I will be slightly absent from my blog for about the next week or so. I am in the process of moving and I'm trying to get it all done by next week. I will have a Social Saturday post this weekend so check in and leave a comment for a chance to win a card. Hopefully this weekend I can post some pictures of my craft room and class area. Rest assure that I will be back in about two weeks to share lots of new projects with you. I recently finished two swaps and received lots of adorable samples. I will also share the projects from my Stamp A Stack in case you missed it! Take care till then!

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Social Saturday Winner

Oops! I forgot to post the Social Saturday winner for this week. Congratulations to Crystal who commented:

"That's a great idea! I hope it works well for you! :) My daughters will be a ballerina and Cinderella this year."

Crystal please email me your address by Friday and I will get a special handmade card out in the mail to you! For everyone else please check back on Saturday for another chance to win!

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Pigments Holiday Stamp Camp - Last Days for Early Registration!

There only a few more days to get the early bird price on registration for the 2nd annual Pigments Holiday Stamp Camp! Once again we will combine creative minds for an afternoon of fun, crafting, and preparation for the Holidays! Our stamp camp will be on November 14th from 2:00-5:00. There will be 6 different projects ranging from cards to gifts for the holidays. The cost for the event is $29.00 if you register by Nov. 5 and $34.00 if you register after this date. This includes all projects AND $10.00 off your order placed that day! This event will be held in one large room where we're all together stamping, with table and chairs, snacks, samples to take pictures of, and PRIZES!!!!!! There will also be "Retired Rubber" for sale so bring some cash for those stamps set that you just love but can no longer buy from Stampin' Up! If you would like to register for this event or would like more information please click here!


Monday, November 1, 2010

True Friend from a True Friend

Today I thought I would share a card I received from a dear friend of mine, Pam. She is the one who took me to my first stamp club meeting and one who I have spent many nights stamping with! She doesn't live close to me anymore so we have become pen pals and I am always anxious to get one of her cards because she is such a talented stamper. This card is a try fold card with a front panel that tucks in under the flower on the right. I can't wait for the next one, but till then enjoy this one!