Gem Show

Morning Stampers.

This weekend I will have a Stampin' Up! display at the Gem Show which is held at the Indoor Stadium, North Street, Caloundra.

If you are in the area either Saturday or Sunday, come in for a look around. It is promised to be a great weekend. There will be fun for the kids, Gem Displays and Arts & Craft Displays, and of course not forgetting the food venues.

Saturday - 9am - 5pm
Sunday - 9am - 3pm

Come & stop by for a chat.

Hope to see you all there!

Vicky

Promotions - September - October

Stampin’ Up! Promotions – September & October

SEPTEMBER 2008
Ready to Start Free Wheelin?
If you haven’t experienced the fun, ease and versatility of our Stampin’ Around Wheels, now is your chance. From 1-30 September, when you buy a preselected stamp set, you will received the coordinating wheel absolutely FREE!
You will be amazed at all the ways you can use wheels to add depth and dimension to your projects – and I’m excited to show you how.
Item # Page # DESCRIPTION AUS Price
113968 29 Merry, Merry Bundle $45.95
(includes Merry, Merry
stamp set and All about
Christmas jumbo wheel)

113969 48 Artfully Asian Bundle $56.95
(includes Artfully Asian
stamp set and Watercolor
Vine jumbo wheel)
113970 59 Nursery Necessities Bundle
(includes Nursery Necessities
stamp set and Nursery Letters jumbo wheel)

113971 80 Bodacious Bouquet Bundle $58.95
(includes Bodacious Bouquet
stamp set and Bodacious jumbo wheel)

113972 94–95 Carte Postale Bundle $48.95
(includes Carte Postale stamp
set and Leaves à la Carte jumbo wheel)

113973 105 Priceless Bundle $48.95
(includes Priceless stamp set
and So Swirly jumbo wheel)

If any of these stamp sets or jumbo wheels are on your “wishlist” then you may like to think about hosting your own workshop during September to participate in this offer and to receive other FREE hostess gifts. Or you may like to simply place an order to receive this “wheely” great deal! If you are interested please contact me.

If you do not have any jumbo wheels then you will also need to purchase a jumbo handle ($10.95) to use the wheel in. You can use these wheels by running over your stamp pads or better still using an inked cartridge ($13.50) of your favourite colour for continuous ink coverage. If your favourite ink colour is not available in a pre-inked cartridge then you can ink your own with an uninked jumbo cartridge ($13.50) and an ink refill ($4.95) of your colour choice!

Stampin' Around™ wheels can quickly add depth and dimension to your projects, both card making and scrapbooking – see attached class schedule for classes!

OCTOBER 1 – 31 2008

It’s our Birthday
What Stampin’ Up! 20th Birthday
When 1-31 October 2008
RSVP Contact me to celebrate with Stampin’ UP! and get 20% off selected Stamp Sets

Item # Page Description Aus 20% off Price*
112594 37 Big Bold Birthday $43.16
108894 38 Pretty Princess $36.76
108753 51 Birthday Best $20.76
110246 55 Crab & Company $42.36
112318 118 Short & Sweet $23.96


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OCTOBER 4 – 11 2008 - Take part in World Card Making Day

And open up a world of possibilities!

Celebrate the creativity of handcrafted cards and the personal connection they forge between friends and family. Participate with Stampin’ Up!® in making and keeping personal connections by -
• Attending a World Card Making Day event and making a card for someone special.
• Enjoying 20% off a wide variety of fun and colourful Simply Sent™ card kits.*
• Doing both!

However you choose to participate, join the world in making a card, and celebrate your unique creativity!

ü Friendly Notes Simply Sent
ü Sending Happy Thoughts Simply Sent

* See pgs. 12-14 of the 2008-2009 catalogue; discount valid 4-11 October

Contact me for more details

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How do I place an order?

Stampin' Up! orders can be placed any time by phone or email. I accept payment by cash, cheque, direct deposit and credit card.

There is a 5% (or $5.95 whichever is greater) Shipping and Handling charge on all orders.
You may also like to host a "Catalogue Party".... simply collect orders on behalf of your friends and you will be eligible to earn free stamps and merchandise as per the Hostess Benefits table on page 11 of the Catalogue.

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Gift Vouchers

If you are not aware of it, I now offer gift vouchers for Stampin' Up! products. If you know someone crafty who would love to go shopping in the Stampin' Up! Catalogue for their birthday or just for them, I will organise a gift voucher which comes in a hand-stamped wallet! I can also organise to have their gift shipped straight to them if they don't live locally.

Maybe your own birthday is coming up, why not tell that special someone (husband, children) in your life what you really want!

Now that Christmas is just around the corner, what better way than to grab some products! Wish lists are available..... Grab some & leave them lying around the house so that your husband and kids get the message!

Until tomorrow

Vicky

Card for Today....

Hi All,

Please find the card for today. I had no idea what I was going to do with the colours when I selected them, but I did know I wanted to do a brown & pink combination - one of my favourite colours.

Recipe -

Cardstock - Chocolate Chip, Close to Cocoa

Ink - Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink

Stamp - Cartle Postale, Baroque Border, Sincere Salutations

Ribbon - Chocolate Chip Grosgrain Ribbon

Accessories - Brad, SU Snail Glue - Permanent

Enjoy

Vicky

Kid's Class

Hi All,

Well, what a day! Jenny & myself held a kid's class this morning, along with a couple of mums & one dad who sat down and had a stamp along with the kid's.

I had the little ones and boy, were they busy! There were stamps, inks, glue, etc flying all over the table, but all having a great time, including myself. Not one card or bookmark were the same, which is great as it lets them use their imagination and creative sides.

The picture is the "Master Plan" as I have always called the original cards, but believe, none come out looking the same. It just goes to show how creative they were.

Some couldn't wait to get home with their card & bookmark to show their mums and dads, while others just left the table & then sat on the floor and played with toys which were everywhere, but hey, that is part of the fun.

Until next time, enjoy!

Vicky & Jenny

Two-Step Stamping

Today we have a Technique called "Two Step Stanping" & of course I have used one of my favourite stamp sets.

Recipe -

Stamp Set - Heartfelt Thanks

Cardstock- Bashful Blue, Whisper White, Not Quite Navy

Ink - Bashful Blue, Not Quite Navy

Accessories - Ribbon, SU Snail Glue

Sorry about the slight orange on the card - I had a small accident with my stamps, about the 4th for the day. The card blew onto the floor & of course "Pumpkin Pie" ink was on the floor. No, of course the card couldn't land anywhere else but smack bang in the middle of the ink on the floor.

Vicky

Kid's Classes

Hi All,

With the school holidays coming up, I thought I would make some cards catered at the smaller members of our Stamping Community - if anyone would like to book a class, please do not hesitate to contact us. All supplies are supplied! The kids just have to do is turn up! It is that easy!

These are using all SU Products - except for the paddle sticks!

In the next couple of days, I will try to post a couple more ideas for the kids....

Enjoy

Vicky & Jenny

September Promotion

Hi All,

Please find a card which has been done especially for the September Promotion. This just shows you how you can use both the wheel & Stamp set together.

Recipe -

Cardstock - Not Quite Navy, Whisper White

Ink - Whisper White, Not Quite Navy

Stamp Set - Cartle Postel

Wheel - Leaves a la Carte

Accessories - Whisper White Ribbon, SU Snail Glue

Hope you enjoy - Will post another tomorrow, just so you can all see how easy they are to use together & to get a couple of ideas.

Vicky

"Simply Sent" Kits

Hi All,

Just arrived in the post - my Kits!!!! I am so excited & can't wait to open them & start stamping. I will post photos when I have made a couple of cards & you will be able to see how the kits are made up of & what is included.

What great presentation.......and I must say they would make georgous gifts, especially for Christmas or the perfect way to start stamping for the beginner!

Until next time - enjoy the great day outside!

Vicky

Jenny's Card

Hi Stampers,

Jenny has been busy making samples for the swap on Wednesday for Training in Brisbane, but will post them on Thursday and tell you more - she has done such a lovely job.

In the meantime, please enjoy this card she made for a friend who is turning 70.....

Recipe:

Cardstock - Whisper White, Bashful Blue and Pretty in Pink
Ink - Bshful Blue, Pretty in Pink and Almost Amythest
Stamp sets -Birthday Whimsy and Heartfelt Thanks
Extras - Brads and embellishments, dazzling diamonds and 70th stamp
Ribbon - Soft Sky stitched grosgrain

Enjoy!

Jenny & Vicky

Card of the Day...

The card for today is very different. This is one of the cards made when our little group get together.

Recipe -

Card Stock - Barely Banana, Whisper White

Stamp Set - Wild About You

Accessories - Scollop Punch, Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, 2-Way Glue, Crystal Effects, Stampin Write - Basic Black, Stampin' Dimensionals & Mat Pack

I have made so many of these cards & everytime I give one, the parents just love it!

Enjoy

Vicky

World Card Day

Take part in World Card Making Day and open up a world of possibilities!

Celebrate the creativity of handcrafted cards and the personal connection that they create between friends and family. Participate with Stampin' Up! in making and keeping personal connections by-

Attending a World Card Making Day event and making a card for someone special. I sometimes use my cards for a quick note to a special friend or relation, not only for birthdays, christmas, etc.

Enjoy 20% off a wide variety of fun and colorful Simply Sent Card Elements and easy-to-use Simply Sent card kits - Pages 12-14 of the Idea Book & Catalogue 2008-2009.

There is not a better way to learn how to make your own individual cards!

However you choose to participate, join the world in making a card, and celebrate your very own creativity!

When - Our first day will be October 4th at my place

What - We will create 4 cards - 2 of each design & a matching box

Who - The card-making community worldwide, including hobbyists, beginning card makers, manufacturers of card-making products, retail sellers of products, educators, and press are invited to come together to celebrate this holiday and creative passion.

Get your friends together & have a couple of hours of fun! We will be having a day at my place to celebrate World Card Day and feel assured that all will have fun. I have only just pre-ordered my stamps, supplies etc to ensure that we have a gteat day. I will post them on the blog in the next couple of weeks & email everyone an invitation!

WHY - It is a great way to connect with fellow card makers both near and far, to applaud the creativity that powers the craft, and to provide an opportunity for card makers to connect and find resources that will empower, inspire, and encourage them in their card making.

HOW - Come to one of the classes to find how easy it is to use the "Start Simply" Kits.

Want to join in on the Fun?

Then ensure to book for your place as rest assured the spaces will fill fast!

Can't make my place but still want to celebrate World Card Making Day in style - then gather 6 or so of your friends/family/neighbours & I will come to you!

Still unable to make it, then let me know & I will have kits made up to post to people. More information about this offer will be posted in the next week!

Gather your fellow card makers and host a party using one of these themes -

- Christmas card making. There’s nothing so satisfying as knowing all of your Christmas cards are made before the hustle and bustle of the season sets in.

-Learn a Technique. Gather friends to learn a new technique or how to use a product in new ways.

- Charitable card making. Make cards to cheer up hospital patients, encourage soldiers, or offer Christmas wishes to nursing home residents. Make a box & 4 cards for a pressie for that someone special.

-Pamper pajama party. Treat your girlfriends to a relaxing evening of card making mixed with comfy PJs and spa treatments. In between creating, offer stations for guests to have homemade facials, manicures and pedicures, and foot massages.

- Hold a pajama/slumber party for the smaller girls & their friends. This is bound to prove a hit. All the kids love craft these days. Get 6 or more together and I will come to you! No supplies necessary - I will bring everything required to make a box & 4 cards...

Please contact me for any more details or if you would like to book your seat at my place or to oganise a group of friends and have it at your place or maybe even in the park. Phone - 0417 796 124 or E-mail - vickyawright@bigpond.com

Vicky

September Promotion

This promotion is proving to be very popular among our customers and already have had many orders. This is a great deal!

So that you don't miss out, please ensure that you order prior to 30th September.

We will be holding classes for this great promotion, for those customers who are not sure on how to use the wheels and stamps together. Phone or email vickyawright@bigpond.com for a class schedule & I will only be too happy to either post or email you a copy.

Vicky

Shelli's New Blog!

Stampin' Up!'s Co-Founder and CEO, Shelli Gardner, recently unveiled her new blog! You can visit it at www.soshelli.com Be sure to visit often to see a more personal side of our lovely leader!

Until next time

Happy Stampin!

Vicky

September Promotion Starts Today!

Good Morning Stampers,

Yahoo, this great promotion starts today!

If you haven’t experienced the fun, ease, and versatility of our Stampin’ Around™ wheels, now is your chance.

From 1-30 September, when you buy a preselected stamp set, you’ll receive the coordinating wheel absolutely FREE!

You’ll be amazed at all the ways you can use wheels to add depth and dimension to your projects—and we’re excited to show you how.

Item # 113968 Page # 29
Merry, Merry Bundle
(includes Merry, Merry stamp set and All about Christmas jumbo wheel) = $45.95

Item # 113969 Page # 48
Artfully Asian Bundle
(includes Artfully Asian stamp set and Watercolor Vine jumbo wheel) = $45.95

Item # 113970 Page # 59
Nursery Necessities Bundle
(includes Nursery Necessities stamp set and Nursery Letters jumbo wheel) = $56.95

Item # 113971 pge # 80
Bodacious Bouquet Bundle
(includes Bodacious Bouquet stamp set and Bodacious jumbo wheel) = $58.95

Item # 113972 Page # 94–95
Carte Postale Bundle
(includes Carte Postale stamp set and Leaves à la Carte jumbo wheel) = $48.95

Item #113973 Page # 105
Priceless Bundle
(includes Priceless stamp set and So Swirly jumbo wheel) = $48.95

If any of these stamp sets or jumbo wheels are on your “wishlist” then you may like to think about hosting your own workshop during September to participate in this offer and to receive other FREE hostess gifts. Or you may like to simply place an order to receive this “wheely” great deal! If you are interested please phone or email Jenny or myself.

If you do not have any jumbo wheels then you will also need to purchase a jumbo handle ($10.95) to use the wheel in. You can use these wheels by running over your stamp pads or better still using an inked cartridge ($13.50) of your favourite colour for continuous ink coverage.

If your favourite ink colour is not available in a pre-inked cartridge then you can ink your own with an uninked jumbo cartridge ($13.50) and an ink refill ($4.95) of your colour choice!

Stampin' Around wheels can quickly add depth and dimension to your projects, both card making and scrapbooking.

In this month's newsletter, you will see the class schedule for this great promotion & we will also include some of our card classes using this primotion!

Happy Stampin!

Vicky & Jenny