Be a BIG SHOT!!!

Join my team by October 31 and receive a FREE Big Shot or $125 worth of product of your choice!  What is not to love about this great promotion and this great company!

Also, why not dress up your holiday baking with these awesome new Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamps?  They are $20.95 for 3 prints and the wooden handle and they even come with 2 recipes.  Order yours today!

Happy August!

I cannot believe that today is the first day of August.  July just flew by and I know that August will too!  Stampin' Up! has a great special running for the month of August.  For every 3 packages of Designer Series Paper you buy, you can chose another one for FREE.  There are sooo many beautiful paper choices in the catalogue that I am positive you will be able to pick 4 with no problem!  You can also order the dsp in the Summer Mini.

I'd Love to Have You!

Everything is more fun when you are surrounded by great friends! Stamping is no exception--it's an art, a creative outlet, and a fun way to bring people together. Now, it's easier than ever to participate in Stampin' Up's +One Campaign and get friends stamping with you because both you and I will each get a free Christmas Keepsake Box project kit--a $50 value--to work on together (if you choose, or you are welcome to do it in the comfort of your own home in your Pj's if you'd like:) This project kit isn't offered anywhere else, so be sure to take advantage of this special offer.

With the $119 Starter Kit, it's a great time to take advantage and get ahold of a Kit--valued at more than $200--which is full of product favourites, including items from the brand-new Idea Book & Catalogue.

Here are some of the great perks of becoming a demonstrator, like:

• A 20% product discount!
• A free monthly issue of Stampin' Success, Stampin' Up!'s demonstrator-only magazine!
• Sneak peeks at brand-new products!
• Invitations to exclusive Stampin' Up! events!
• Regular get-togethers to stamp!
• Free access to a community of 30,000+ crafters/stampers and creative artists, as well as 160,000+ project samples!

In addition, you will be eligible for TWO FREE months of Demonstrator Business Web Services (DBWS)--including your own business website and Online Store, access to a blog, calendar, a monthly e-newsletter, project gallery, and e-cards--if you sign up within 21 days of becoming a demonstrator.

The Christmas Keepsake Box Project Kit--a $50 value--contains the following products (quantities are 1 unless otherwise noted):

• Pines & Poinsettias Set *(wood-mount)
• Keepsake box
• Scallop borders (cut from Tasteful Trim Bigz XL Die)
  • First Edition Designer Series Paper (3)
  • Holly Berry Designer Series Paper (6)
• First Edition Specialty Designer Series Paper strip (2)
• Holly Berry Designer Series Paper piece*
• Real Red Top Note (cut from Top Note Bigz Die)
• Real Red Decorative Label (cut from Matchbook Bigz XL Die)
• Wild Wasabi Card Stock strips (3)
• Naturals Ivory Card Stock piece
• Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Fabric*
• Real Red 1-1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon
• Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon
• Victoria 5/8" Crochet Trim
• Linen Thread
• Champagne Fine Galaxy Stampin' Glitter
• Vanilla Pearl 1/2" Simply Adorned Bauble
• Pearl Basic Jewels (1 pkg.)
• Holly Berry Bouquet Designer Buttons*
  • Large Wild Wasabi
  • Small Real Red
• Mini Vintage Tags

Here is video of Shelli Gardner, CEO and founder of Stampin' Up! showing the real keepsake box.  Please note that the kit in Canada is $119.  Contact me today to join my Dare to Stamp team and have lots of fun!

I'm Back

So in the past when I have been at convention, I have posted fairly frequently and when I get home, I have shared lots of pictures.  This time, I guess that didn't happen.  I flew into Toronto on Sunday July 17 and drove to Kitchener to spend a couple of days at my sister's while Scott was working there.  Gavin and I came home on Tuesday evening.  When we got home, we were busy watering flowers and getting sprinklers on when I promptly stepped on the garden cultivator and ended up at emerg with a bit hole in my toe that needed glued back together.  Last week I was not very mobile at all but this week has been much better and I am able to drive and walk somewhat normally.  I hope to share lots of inspiring pictures with you this week.
But first, I have some exciting news to share with you.  On Thursday, I will have been a Stampin' Up! demonstrator for 5 years!!!!  I got to walk across the stage at convention and I will receive my 5 year pin soon.  In commemoration of the this exciting milestone, I am offering a super special for you.  Place an order between today and Sunday July 31 and I will give you FREE shipping.  To take advantage of this, you will need to email or call me with your order.  I also am going to have a draw so for every $25 order you place, you name will go into the draw.  I will let you know what the prize is in a later post!

Here are 2 pictures from convention that will hopefully inspire you with some ideas other than cards and scrapbook pages.

New Ribbon Shares

Even in you are unable to attend my New Catalogue Reveal Party, I have a special for you.  Place an order between now and Thursday July 7 at 5:00pm and receive FREE shipping.  (This only applies if you do not want your order shipped to your door).

I also have 3 new ribbon shares for you.

3/8" Ruffled Ribbon Share: For $17 you will get 2 yards each of the 5 new In Colours - Calypso Coral, Island Indigo, Lucky Limeade, Pool Party, and Wisteria Wonder







3/8" Denim Jean Ribbon share: For $5 you will get 2 yards of the artichocke denim and the blue denim

1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon Share: For $27 you will get 2 yards each of 10 colours - Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler, Chocolate Chip, Elegant Eggplant, Marina Mist, Melon Mambo, More Mustard, Old Olive, Pretty in Pink, Tangerine Tango

Bright and Cheery

I want to remind you that the National Scrapbooking Month promotion is still running until May 31.  You can check out the link on the right hand side for more info.

Also, be sure to enter my  Retiring Stamp Set contest.  This is SUCH an easy contest to enter and I only have a couple of entries so far...what are you waiting for?  Get out your catalogue and send me a list of 10 stamp sets you think will be retiring and you could win a $25 stamp set of your choice.  For all the details, click here.

This next card is one we made for the make 'n take at my Dare to Stamp team meeting last week.  We used the new stamp set Flower Fest and the new embossing powders.  So bright and cheery.  Let's hope that perhaps we will get some sun to make us all bright and cherry!

A Whole Month....

I cannot believe that is has been a whole month since I last posted..eeek!  I am sorry about my lack of writing.  It has been a very busy time for me.  Since March break, I have been back to work almost full time as well as taking an online course which has lots of assignments.  Stampin' Up! also has invited me to be a part of a business coaching group so I am really looking forward to doing that and getting back into posting more for you.
The Summer Mini came out yesterday and it is fabulous!  There are lots of new products in there that you won't want to miss out on.
Also, May is National Scrapbooking month and Stampin' Up! is offering 30% off some items. 
Click below to view the mini and the promo.

Extended...

If you missed my announcement yesterday, I am giving you another chance.  I am extending my 20% off sale until today at 6pm.  Today is also the last day to take advantage of Sale-a-Bration until 2012.  Get your orders into me asap!!

Surprise Time!!

It's here.  The super duper surprise that you won't want to miss out on.
I am offering 20% off any order placed today until midnight Wednesday March 30.  This can be on items from the big catalogue or the Occasions mini catalogue.  You will receive a Sale-a-Bration set for free with every $60 order.  If you place a $200 order, you will receive hostess benefits.  You can email me or call me with your order.  Remember that you only have until midnight tonight to get me your order.  I have never offered a sale this huge so take advantage of it now!

Here are the links to the catalogues if you need them.
Big Catalogue
Occasions Mini
Sale-a-Bration Brochure

Here is another card using SAB items.  The cardstock colours are Melon Mambo, Whisper White, Old Olive, and Pacific Point.  The image is from the Simply Said set.  The buttons and ribbon are from the Ice Cream Parlour which is the free SAB item.

Be sure to get your orders to me!

Sale-a-Bration Part 2: Become a Demonstrator

It is hard for me to believe that I have been a Stampin' Up! demonstrator for almost 5 years.  I have loved every minute of it and have made some great friends from it.  I have been to 2 Conventions and 1 Leadership and many stamping days.  I look forward to what Stampin' Up! has to offer me in the future. 
I have always been a crafty person and in September of 2005, I attended my first Stampin' Up! workshop.  From there, I was hooked.  I booked my own workshop for February 2006 and attended a few classes and an open house.  I decided at the open house that I wanted to be a demonstrator.  I have met many people who I am happy to call my friends now and I really love sharing what I do and showing people how they can create handmade 'things' and that it isn't really that hard!!! 
During Sale-a-Bration, Stampin' Up! is offering a special on the starter kit to become a demonstrator.  The kit is 15% off ($182.50) and you get a special bundle worth $60 that is somewhat customizable.  I have recently grown my Dare to Stamp team and I know that we would love to have you join us.  If you are interested in attending a team meeting, I have one coming up on February 4 and would love to have you join us.  Just let me know.  If there is anything I can help you with, please do not hesitate to contact me.

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!!!

It's here, it's here.  Sale-a-Bration that is.  This is the beginning of Stampin' Up!'s annual sale and it runs until March 31.  You do not want to miss out on all the fun!!!!
There are two parts to Sale-a-bration which are exciting for YOU the customer (and of course demonstrators you know what's exciting for you!) The first is FREE product the second is an AMAZING recruiting opportunity. I'll touch on the recruiting tomorrow, as I want to talk about the SALE today!


Here are the nuts and bolts of Sale-a-bration: For EVERY $60 you spend before shipping and taxes you will receive FREE product of your choice. There are 6 exclusive Sale-a-bration items...ones you will not be able to purchase and you won't see again after March 31st! There are 3 stamp sets, an embellishment bundle, an MDS CD (with all the Sale-a-bration product on it!) and some home decor! If none of these float your boat.....GUESS WHAT???? There are like 50 stamp sets out of the current catalogue you can choose from! Hello.....isn't that amazing!

You can place an order online or through me or you could even book a workshop with me and earn more free products.

Click here to view the SAB brochure.
Click here to view the 2011 SAB Catalogue choices.

Last Chance

The last chance to take advantage of the Online Spectacular is Tuesday.  There are some amazing deals that you won't want to miss out on.  If you are local, you can email me your order and you will get free shipping.
Click here to view the flyer.

Also, if you are interested in the half price starter kit, then Tuesday is the last day for that as well.  If you want more info, you can find it on my website or contact me directly.

This is on sale!!!

Stampin' Up!'s Online Spectacular is still going on and there are some great deals. As I was looking through the pdf file again, I saw that the Scallop Trim Border Punch is on sale.  Regular price is $22.95 and the sale price is only $16.07.  That is 30% off!!!  There are loads of things for the Big Shot on sale and My Digital Studio software is 50% off!  Now is the time to check out the list and send me your order.  I can bundle them together and you will even get free shipping.  I will be placing an order on Monday so be sure to let me know by then.

If you would like to get an extra 20% off the price of all items in the Online Spectacular sale, then just sign up to purchase the kit that is on sale right now for $107.50.  Let me know if you are interested and I will give you more details.

Dasher

Tonight is my Dasher class where each person will make 4 cards with their own Dasher stamp.  Here is another one of the cards we will be making.  I really like how this card turned out.

The cardstock used is Crumb Cake and Very Vanilla.  Dasher is the greeting are stamped in Chocolate Chip.  The greeting is from the set Bright Christmas from the Holiday mini.  I used the Deck the Halls fabric across the middle and it is tied with a small piece of linen thread.  Dasher also has some glitter under his feet and on his antlers.

Have you checked out the Online Spectacular sale yet?  If not, check out the post below this one.  You don't want to miss out on these sales!

Online Spectacular

Stampin' Up! has just posted an awesome sale.  There are bundles, decor elements, Big Shot dies, ribbon, brads, stamps etc.  Some things are 50% off!!!!  Click here to view the pdf.

If you are a loca customer and would like to place an order you will not only get these amazing prices but you are eligible for free shipping as well.  You can also place an order online and if it is $200 then you will get free shipping also.

These deals only last until November 30 so get looking through your catalogue!!!

Also remember that if you sign up to join my team, you can take advantage of these deals and you will also get an additional 20% off!!!  The starter kit is half price right now so just sign up!!!  I can help you with all the details.

Because I Care

This was a card that I had made as part of the shoebox swap at the Friday night event of the Hamilton Regional.  I recently gave it to a friend.  The cardstock colours are Marina Mist and Whisper White.  The set is called Because I Care and it is a level 1 hostess set.

Remember that the half price starter kit special is still on.  I would love to have you join my team or you can just order the kit for your own use.  Come join us at my Dare to Stamp group!

Tonight

Tonight is my Customer Appreciation Event.  Come on over anytime between 7-10pm.  There will be snacks and make 'n takes as well as a chance to spin the prize wheel.  You can also check out my sample board and see what is included in the Starter Kit that Stampin' Up! is having a half price sale on right now!!!  I look forward to seeing you.

WOW: Half Price Starter Kit!!!!

Well, Stampin' Up! has done it again! What do you call it when you get over $375 in crafting and business supplies for only $107.50? You can call it an amazing deal, but we're calling it an amazing opportunity! From November 15-30, you can purchase either our Standard or Digital+ Starter Kits at 50 percent off the regular retail price of $215 (plus free shipping!), and enjoy these great benefits as a Stampin' Up!® demonstrator.


(Food for thought: If you've ever toyed with purchasing My Digital Studio, the starter kit is actually CHEAPER than the program itself!!! How amazing is that??? And if you love MDS, each $1.25 download (or more) and all your printing go toward your quarterly minimums!)

THIS IRRESISTIBLE OFFER IS ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL NOVEMBER 30, 2010, SO CONTACT ME BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE!

If you decide you'd like to give this a try, there is no obligation! You can simply enjoy the amazing products at a HUGELY reduced rate and never do anything beyond this. You can make personal purchases and enjoy the constant 20% discount (and 30% off your first order!). You can give the business opportunity a shot and earn a bit of extra income to help cover your purchases. Or you can give it your all and make this a full time business. Stampin' Up! has room for ALL kinds of demonstrators!

You may be asking yourself, what are some of the benefits to being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. Here are just a few of the many perks:
· Earn additional income while sharing creativity.
· Make new and lasting friendships.
· Enjoy access to nearly unlimited creative ideas.
· Receive a free subscription to an exclusive monthly magazine.
· Receive two free months subscription to your own business website.
· Opportunity to earn free products and incentive trips.

You may also be wondering, what does it take to remain a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. If you decide to join our team and it isn't for you, no big deal! You'll never have to have anything sent back, or return anything or pay anything! After you "drop" you simply won't get access to the Stampin' Up! website and you'll no longer get the magazines mailed to you:) So, here's what it takes:
•You have to sell (or buy:) $400 per quarter. This can be done in one order or a 100! If you're considering this, $400 is typically one workshop or one class every three months!
•Your first quarter doesn't end until March (which means you have about 4 months to reach this minimum!)
•Signing up now will allow you to partake in the Sale-a-bration perks of being a demonstrator....who doesn't love free stamps!!!
•Signing up now also allows you to participate in the preorder of our next mini catalogue and Sale-a-bration preorders!!!

I encourage you to take advantage of this never before seen special.  You can sign up anytime beginning November 15 by going to my website and clicking 'join now'.  My password is stampinshilo.  If you want to chat more, then feel free to call or email me. 

You are Invited...

to my Customer Appreciation Event.  I would love to have you come and join me on the evening of Tuesday November 16 anytime between 7-10pm.  I will have lots of prizes, snacks, and make 'n takes.  If you bring a friend I don't know,  you will get an extra ballot for the door prize.  You can drop in for 5 mins or stay for an hour and check out my samples and talk about Stampin' Up!  Please RSVP.

Tags Til Christmas

(My November newsletter was sent out last night.  Please let me know if you didn't receive it.)

The Tags Til Christmas stamp set is perfect for making your own tags as well as some cute Christmas cards.  This set is is part of one of the Handmade Holiday bundles that Stampin' Up! is offering right now.

To view the flyer with the bundles, click here.