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$100 Shopping Spree for You

Have you heard the news?  Stampin' Up is giving away a $100 shopping spree and a 20% to 30% discount for 6 months just for sharing Stampin' Up with the people you know. 

Here's how it works...

You choose one of the kits below that contain essential products and supplies to help you share Stampin’ Up with others.  (I've given you some ideas of ways to share at the end of this post.)  Then CLICK HERE to order the kit.  The kit will arrive at your doorstep in approximately 10 days along with the items you choose in your $100 shopping spree. 

Then you start sharing.  It's that simple!

The $100 shopping spree and discount are yours...even if you don't share...but the hope is you will use them  to share Stampin' Up with people you know.

From the day you order one of the kits, you are eligible to receive a 20% to 30% discount on anything in the current catalogs. (This discount can also be extended with a minimum purchase.  Ask me for details.)

STANDARD KIT  *  Price $175  (retail $345)

• Four complete stamp sets (including a clear-mount set and clear-mount block)
• A Stampin' Around wheel
• Assortment of Designer Series paper and card stock
• Four Classic Stampin' Pads and one ink refill
• Two Stampin' Write markers
• VersaMark Pad
• Whisper White 5/8" satin ribbon
• Songbird Décor Elements
• Adhesive
• Cupcake punch
• Color Coach
• Box of Idea Book & Catalogs
• Business forms and tools

 DIGITAL + (plus) KIT  *  Price $175  (retail $320)

• My Digital Studio software
• His & Her Collection DVD
• One clear stamp set and and clear-mount block
• Assortment of card stock
• Note cards & envelopes
• Four Classic Stampin' Pads
• Designer buttons
• A spool of 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• Songbird Décor Elements
• Mini glue dots
• Stampin' Mist 
• Box of Idea Book & Catalogs
• Business forms and tools

Optional $50 Stampin’ Memories® Add-On (retail $75)   If you like to scrapbook, you may select this additional product in addition to one of the kits above.

• Assorted card stock
• Alphabet stamp set
• Quick Accents
• Designer Series paper
• Linen Ring Album

 If you're not sure how you can share Stampin' Up, it can be as easy as...

• making cards for the ladies in your social groups
• inviting your friends over some evening to stamp with you
• making a baby themed scrapbook page for that new mom you know  

Or on a larger scale, it could be

• offering to make cards for the soldiers or for your favorite charity

• making party favors for your child's classmates

• stamping with seniors at a local senior center 

 

Just think...with a $100 shopping spree, you could own the most versatile tool in our product line...the Sizzix Big Shot die cut machine.  If you already own it, you know the awesome things you can create with it...imagine $100 worth of new dies or embossing folders to go with it!!

 

Again, CLICK HERE to order the kit of your choice and your $100 shopping spree items.

 

If this just seems too good to be true, I promise you it's for real.  Feel free to contact me with any questions you have, but hurry!  This offer expires October 31, 2011. 

Business Opportunity to Die For

 

Are you looking for an avenue to increase your income?

Are you looking for an affordable way to start your own home-based business?

Are you wanting to find a way to connect with your community?

If you answered "yes" to any of the above, I have a special announcement for you.  During the month of October, Stampin' Up! wants to help you increase your income by giving you an opportunity to start a very affordable home-based business.  All you need to get started is $175 and a desire to succeed.   

When you become a demonstrator during the month of October, you will receive a Starter kit valued at $325, and as a BONUS, you will be able to add

A SIZZIX BIG SHOT OR $100 IN PRODUCT OF YOUR CHOICE TO YOUR KIT

AT NO EXTRA COST.

If you are not familiar with the Big Shot, CLICK HERE to see what this incredible machine is capable of helping you create.  It will be so easy to grow your business using this wonderful resource.

There are hundreds of benefits of becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.  Here are just a few...

• Rubber stamping is an already established and very popular industry with yearly sales in the United States exceeding $500,000 a year.
• Stampin' Up! is a debt free company and is a solid establishment to partner with.  Their products have received many awards in the Top 10 category from top crafting magazines.
• The uniqueness of this business allows you to generate sales through private home parties, stamping clubs and classes, fundraisers, craft shows, catalog shows and personal purchases.
• Personal purchases and class supplies count towards our low quarterly minimums making it easy to stay active while enjoying the personal discounts.
• No prior experience necessary.  When you join my team, I offer free training including our Stampin' Start program to help you experience immediate success.
• You do not need to be creative.  Stampin' Up offers excellent training and support that includes thousands of samples and ideas for demonstrators to use.
• You have the opportunity to earn free and discounted product as well as increased commission based on your monthly sales. 
• You will have an opportunity to attend Convention and Leadership conferences for advanced training.  You will also be able to attend local events for support and ideas.
• You can customize your Starter Kit with stamps and other supplies that are comparable in price with the original kit contents.  Business supplies are included in your kit to help you get started.
• You will be entitled to several business related deductions on your taxes.
• You will be starting this business at the best time of the year...in time to be on board for the Holiday buying season and for our biggest promotion that runs during the Winter months.
• You will enjoy the BEST JOB EVER!

It's easy to get started.  CLICK HERE to download a list of everything you will receive in the Starter Kit.  Then decide if you would like to substitute any of these items and make note of those items.  This will help you complete the online Starter Kit form in a timely basis so it does not time out.

Once you have customized your Starter Kit, CLICK HERE to access the online order form.  When you complete the enrollment, you will receive a link via email to order your choice of a Big Shot (Item # 113439) or $100 in product or your choice.  You will need items numbers if you choose product.  Items can be chosen from any current catalog and shipping is FREE!

Stampin' Up! is proud to belong to the Direct Selling Association (DSA), a Washington, D.C. based national trade association of the leading companies that distribute goods and services directly to customers.  If at any time in the next year you decide to change your mind, any unused kit contents can be returned for a full 100% refund when received in its original packaging.

For more information, please feel free to contact me at oh2bstampin@yahoo.com or 410-479-4348 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.  If you reach my answering machine, please leave me a message that includes the best time to reach you and I will return your call.

Stampers Club Christmas Projects

 

This little gift bag was so fun to make.  I used the single Snowglobe stamp, snowflakes from Serene Snowflakes, Top Note Big Shot die, Shimmer Paint mixed with alcohol to spray (doesn't show up well in photo), Cherry Cobbler and Old Olive markers, Dazzling Diamonds, Early Espresso ink and cardstock, Crumb Cake cardstock, and sponges. 

 

 

In this project, I used the Finial Press embossing folder, brayer, Cherry Cobbler ink and cardstock, Very Vanilla cardstock,  Curly Label Big Shot die with the Holiday Windows, small pearl jewel, Chantilly Lace and Deck the Halls Designer Fabric.  On the inside, the card is stamped with Peace on Earth using the Level 2 Hostess exclusive stamp set Peaceful Seasons.   
This project is so fun to make.  It uses the Matchbox Big Shot die, the Snowflake, 3/4" circle and Wide Oval punches.  I stamped and sponged the greeting in Baja Breeze.  The sentiment is from Grateful Greetings and the designs on the center of the snowflakes is from the Delightful Decorations stamp set.  The Designer Paper is Candy Cane and the cardstock is Real Red, Whisper White and Garde Green.  The wrapper was made freehand and trimmed with the Scallop Border punch.  I also added a small jewel to the center of one of the snowflakes.

 This is what the inside of the box looks like.  I thought it would be fun to fill it with different Christmas tags but as you can see, the boxes aren't filled yet. 

The small boxes are made with the just the box portion of the Matchbox die.  The drawer pulls were some retired brads I had but you could use any brad of your choice.

If you don't own a Big Shot, you should.  It is so fun and you can make soooo many projects.  Ask Santa to call the Big Shot Hot Line at 410-479-4348 to order yours just in for Christmas.

Christmas Creations

I had so much fun doing my Christmas Creations classes this year.  Sometimes I wish Christmas lasted all year so I would have a good excuse to make more Christmas projects!

Here's a few of the items we made from the class on Monday night...

This was the candle holder we made using the Big Shot and chimney flashing!  I love the way the metal flower petals multiply the glow of the candle. 

The Flower Folds die was used to make the flowers and Mini glue dots and Pop Up dots were used to assemble.

The tin was filled with 5 note cards and matching stamped envelopes.  The inside was also decorated with the Always Artichoke cardstock and a matching mini reindeer tag on the inside front cover.  All the cards used a Vintage style.  The reindeer was from Winter Post and the sentiment from Elements of Style.  The fabric wrapper was from the Deck the Halls Designer Fabric series and the large button was from the Deck the Halls Big Designer Button collection.   
  

I think this was my favorite project of the night...easy yet elegant.

I used Lovely Letters and Gold Embossing Powder to create the letters.  I also used the Baroque Motifs stamp set, the Ornament Punch and two size circle punches.  Old Olive and Real Red Craft inks were used to create the design on Very Vanilla cardstock.  The cord was retired product from a few years ago but can be purchased in any major craft store to complete the project.

 

Some of the ladies that attended the class chose to use their last names in place of "BELIEVE".

Check back on Friday to see even more Christmas projects perfect for gift giving.

It's Turkey Time!

It's that time of the year when families and friends get ready to gather together and celebrate Thanksgiving.  If you have guests coming to your home this year, you will love what I have planned to help you set your dining room table. 

 

  The Napkin Ring and coordinating Rosette, the Place Card and the Thank You tag were all made using the Table Setting die (#116819 - pg 208) and the Big Shot die cut machine (#113439 - pg 204).

 

The tag was made using the Day of Gratitude stamp set (#120835 wood or #121148 clear) in the Holiday mini catalog on page 12.  This stamp set includes 7 stamps and is especially ideal for Fall cards but can also be used all year for Thank You cards.  The ink color used is Cajun Craze...beautiful and rich...coordinates well with More Mustard and Old Olive.  The Designer Paper used is Autumn Spice (#120808 - pg 13 Holiday Mini) which is a double sided heavy-weight cardstock making it perfect for creating those beautiful 3-D items.

 

The "thank U" stamp is from the Petal Card Punch Level 2 Hostess Exclusive stamp set found on page 13 of the Idea Book & Catalog.  This set contains 9 small stamps specifically designed to be used with the Petal Card Punch found on page 202.  If you would like to earn this stamp set for free, just give me a call and let's set up a Ladies Night Out.  You invite the friends...I bring the fun!

 

The element on the right side of this card is actually the napkin ring folded in half!!  When you untie the ribbon and open the flap, it reveals a special message for the guest.  The punch used on this card is the new Decorative Label punch found on page 25 of the Holiday Mini catalog.

 

Delight your guests with a little token of thanks for joining you on this special day.  The gift wrapper can be filled with a gift of your choice...a bag of pumpkin spice potpourri, a votive candle or bag of Fall colored candies. 

Purchase the Day of Gratitude stamp set or the Table Setting die by November 25, 2010 and I will send you directions for making this cute gift wrapper.

Order online 24/7 at www.oh2bstampin.stampinup.net.  Click on the SHOP NOW link.  If you have never placed an online order with me, please be sure to complete your online profile showing me as your demonstrator.  (Thanks!)

If you do not have the Idea Book & Catalog or the Holiday Mini catalog, look in the left column for links to download your copy or call me today to schedule a Ladies Night Out and receive your catalog, Hostess Rewards and more absolutely FREE!

Check back in a few days to see more projects using the Days of Gratitude stamp set!

CHRISTMAS CREATIONS CLASS #2

I absolutely LOVE Christmas and making Christmas projects.  Just thinking about Christmas gets my creative juices flowing.  This past Monday I held my Christmas Creations class (2nd in the series) and I think I enjoyed the class as much or more than my customers.  Here are some of the projects we made:

  

Some of the materials I used in the class are retired but very similar product is available either in the Clearance Rack on my website (click on Shop Now and then Clearance Rack in the left column), the current Idea Book & Catalog or the current Holiday Mini Catalog.  You can view the catalogs by clicking on the appropriate links in the left hand column here on my blog.

 
  

I am going to fill this little memory book with Christmas pictures from my past.  The inside has six 5"x5" pages but you could fill it with lots more.  The center of the snowflake and the curlique on the "R" features our new stick-on jewels but it's hard to see them in the picture.  Love the bling!

This little goodie box can be filled with sweet treats, small cosmetics, votive candles or bath soaps.  The possibilities are endless.  Both of these projects were made using the Big Shot die cut machine...my absolutely FAVORITE product that we carry. 

The Felt Snowflakes, Corduroy Buttons and Chocolate Chip Satin ribbon are available at the Clearance Rack (link in the previous paragraph) while supplies last for a fraction of the original price.   Please be sure to indicate me as your personal demonstrator when ordering...thanks!

This picture does not do the card justice AT ALL!!  The entire surface is covered with Shimmery Paint Mist and is totally sparkling!!  The stamp set is Come to Bethlehem...my favorite Christmas stamp set  in the Idea Book.  Quick and easy embossed card.  Also uses the Top Note Sizzix die cut for the More Mustard accent.

The next Christmas Creations class will be held on Monday, September 20th at 6:30 p.m. and there are only five seats available.  If you want to make some fun Christmas projects but are unable to attend the class, all you have to do is gather up 5 friends and I will bring the class to you.  The class fee is $25 (must be paid 15 days in advance for Class on the Go; 7 days in advance for class in my home) and will include 4 to 5 projects.  Checks in the mail or credit card by PayPal or cash are accepted.  Check back in the next few days to see a preview of some of the projects we will be making at the next Christmas Creations class.

For more information on additional classes, click HERE.

 

Day at Disney & Spirit of Success Retreat

Last week I attended a Direct Sales Retreat in Orlando with my friends, Janet and Deanne.  The theme of the event was "Get in the Game" so opening night we were asked to dress up in baseball attire. We all put our Big Shots to work to design the Remarkable Stampers Uniform.   Jan made the t-shirts (notice the ruffle at the bottom made using the cupcake wrap from the Perfect Setting die), I made the Build a Bear ball players that are attached to our pennants and Deanne made the black and white Flower Pins on our shirts using the Flower Folds die. 

As part of the package, we were treated to a 1/2 day pass at Disneyworld.  We had such an awesome time and enjoyed taking fun pictures of each other so I wanted to share some with you.

 

I realize now that most of the "silly" pictures that I was in are on Jan & Deanne's cameras. 

As we walked around Disney, each site that was under construction had these fun quotes from Walt Disney.  As our team name is Remarkable Dreambuilders, it was fun to read them all.  The funny part was as we were taking pictures of the Dream Builder signs, people kept looking at us clueless as to why we would want pics of Disney quotes.  Little did they realize, we were the DREAMBUILDERS! 

 

Celebrations

Try as I might, I am not very good at keeping my blog up to date.  For those who come back here on a regular basis...THANK YOU and please accept my apologies.  You deserve so much more than I seem to be able to give you.  I love blogging but life gets so busy sometimes that blogging falls down my list of things I have to get done.  Today I will try to make up for my absence with some fun ideas for Celebrations!

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I was recently invited to a very special party...Becky Armstrong's 13th Birthday Celebration!!  Nine of her friends and family made this celebration so much fun.  This group of girls were delightful and I thoroughly enjoyed my time with them.  The birthday girl is front and center in the photo above. 

 

In this picture, you can see all the girls going around to the different stations to create the first project.

The first project was a "Friend Book" made for the girls to collect autographs of their BFF's.  I remember how much fun I had doing this when I was in Junior High School.  Each friend could write a little something in your book and sign their name.  It made a great keepsake to cherish.

 

In addition to the supplies below, I used one large metal ring and "chipboard" included in the pack of Designer Paper to make the front and back cover.  I applied adhesive using the Anywhere Glue Stick (pg 192 in the Idea Book & Catalog) on the chipboard and then added the Designer Paper before running it through the Big Shot.  If you don't own the Big Shot, be sure to check out my Payment Plan options found HERE.

Supplies:

Stamp Set:  Spring Song - IBC* pg 102

Ink:  Melon Mambo - IBC pg 155

Designer Paper:  Razzleberry Lemonade - IBC pg 162

Cardstock:  Whisper White - IBC pg 155

Accessories:  Big Shot Top Note die, IBC pg 192, 1/2" Polka-Dot Grosgrain ribbon - IBC pg 182,3/4" circle punch - IBC pg 186, Extra Large Fancy Flower punch - Occasions Mini pg 13

*IBC = Idea Book & Catalog

 

 

The girls also made this super cute Mini Post It Note project.  One of my favorite new products in the Occasions Mini Catalog is the Beautiful Wings Embosslit die.  It cuts out 4 different sized embossed butterflies that adds just the right amount of WOW to your projects!

The post it notes inside matched the color of the ribbon.

 

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Fine Flourish - Occasions Mini pg 42

Paper:  Whisper White, Rose Red, Tempting Turquoise, YoYo Yellow, Only Orange

Ink:  Basic Black, Rose Red, Tempting Turquoise, Only Orange

Accessories:  Bella Blooms wheel, Stampin' Around handle, Rose Red, Only Orange and Very Vanilla 1/4" grosgrain ribbon

 

This was one of the mother's projects...a magnetic pad for keeping track of grocery lists, cards to send for upcoming birthdays, anniversaries, etc. or a simple list of things to do.

The second project was a masculine Valentine card but being Valentine's Day is long gone, I won't post it here.

The stamp set used in this project was Dreams du Jour - page 199 in the IBC.  The paper and ink was Gable Green and Taken with Teal.  They used blender pens and ink to color.

 

I love doing projects with teens and pre-teens and would love to help plan some special projects to include in your teenager's special events.   I can be reached at carolyn@oh2bstampin.com.

The Big Shot Meets the Sewing Machine

 

One of the awesome displays at our Leadership Conference this year featured Quilts and more all made using the Big Shot & Big Shot dies. 

I was so impressed with these projects, I am highly considering dusting off my sewing machine and trying my hand at creating with fabric and my Big Shot.  If you are quilter or love to combine your sewing skills with your imagination, I would love to meet with you and learn more about how the Big Shot could meet your quilting/sewing needs.

If you would be interested in a class this summer...I need some time to make some samples...I would love to talk to you.  Please call me at 410-479-4348 or email me at carolyn@oh2bstampin.com.

There are so many ideas that were presented.  Here are just a few to get you excited:

Wall hangings, aprons, purses, placemats or table runners, flowers to wear on your coats or headbands, embellish baby clothes, curtains and more

Enjoy the samples below and please contact me if this is an area of interest to you. 

Keep in mind that during February and March 2010, you receive a free Sale-a-Bration gift for every $50 purchase you make.

Also check out the Lay-a-Way Payment plan for the Big Shot posted HERE.

Some of the Big Shot dies used in this quilt are the 5 Point 3D Star, the Pennant XL die and the Clear Circle Bigz Clear die.   

Additional fun dies to use:

Flower Bigz Clear die

Flower Layers with Leaf Bigz die

Scallop Square

Flower Folds XL die

Beautiful Butterflies

Check out our entire collection of Big Shot products on pages 194-195 of our Big Idea Book and Catalog.  Don't have one?  It's available to download...just look for the section titled Current Catalogs in the left column and click on the one that's flashing "Just Released" or contact me to purchase one.

You can also click HERE to view our Big Shot collection online.  Just click SHOP NOW and type Big Shot in the Search Box.  Have questions?  Please feel free to contact me.

Spread the Love Class

Do you have a special love in your life?  These "LOVE" banners make excellent gifts to share with that special someone this Valentine's Day or anytime.  Want to make one for that someone special in your life? 

You are invited to attend my Spread the Love Class on Monday, February 8th at 3:30 pm or Thursday, February 11th at 6:30 p.m.  First banner is $12...each additional banner is $10.  Bring a friend (new to me) and get $5 off the price of your class.  If you have your own personal Big Shot, please feel free to bring it along. RSVP and payment due by Wednesday, February 3rd.

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 

 

 

     
 

I love the Big Shot and enjoyed making these "Love" Banners.  The pink one does use one retired stamp, Painted Posies, that says "All you need is..." but you could substitute is or leave it out.  You could also make a sentiment on your computer or here's a few additional suggestions:

 

How about attaching a glassine envelope and Sending Love Note on the back of each circle with special messages to the recipient telling them the special reasons that you love  them.  Then you could type a sentiment "What I ... LOVE ... about you".

 

The banner could say "LOVE is spoken here"  and be hung in an entrance way.

 

Or "LOVE bears all" and add a Build a Bear to the banner.  With this idea maybe you could create the banner horizontally and put bears on a circle at each end.

 

How about "Life Happens...LOVE helps."  You get the idea...use your imagination to make it personal to you.