I'm Back...with Lots to Share!

Hi everyone!  Since it's been so long, I've got lots of goodies to share with you!

Merry Moments Scrapbook Class 
You're going to LOVE this class!  We will be using a the Merry Moments Simply Scrappin' Kit and all you have to do is some quick assembly.  These kits are fantastic because just about all of the work is done.  This scrapbook can be completed by you in about 2 hours!  It doesn't get much easier than that.

These make excellent Christmas presents for your friends and family!
    
When: Sunday, December 2, 1pm
Where: Angie's Too Cool Stamping Studio, SW Fort Wayne, IN
What: Create 20 12x12" holiday scrapbook pages using the Merry Moments Simply Scrappin' Kit and new Divided Page Protectors.
Kit Includes—All supplies are pre-cut. You keep the leftovers!

• Pack of Divided Page Protectors ($7.00 value)
• Merry Moments Simply Scrappin' Kit ($25.84 value)
• Pearl Jewels ($5.83 value)

Supplies To Bring: Class attendees will need to bring their own adhesive (I recommend SNAIL - Tombow Monoadhesive, and you'll likely need a couple cartridges).  I will have SNAIL refill cartridges on hand to purchase, if needed.  Everything else will be supplied!

Cost: $45 pre-paid, plus receive a $10 rebate if you place an order at the event!*
 
12x12" Linen Album Option: Add $30 if you would like to purchase a beautiful 12x12" Linen Album to hold your scrapbook pages!  Choose from Crumb Cake or Early Espresso ($35.26 value).


 

Examples of More Scrapbook Pages We'll Create...


Click photos to see enlarged pages.

RSVP: Contact me by November 20 to sign up.  Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!


*To receive your rebate, order must be placed on or before event night through me via email, phone or in person.  Online, Club, other class, and workshop orders do not qualify. No refunds.


Merry Moments Scrapbook To Go
Can't attend the class?  Order a kit to go!  I'll include all the supplies to make the 20 pages, including a full pack of Pearl Jewels to embellish them! 

To Go Cost: Use the same fees as above for local pickup, or I'll add actual shipping costs by Priority Mail to ship to you outside of Fort Wayne, IN.  Kits will be shipped on Demember 3.
Contact me by November 20 with your payment to sign up! 
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 Stampin' Up! has two promotions to bring us into the holiday crafting season, and both are Ink-redible!

Hostesses—Receive 10 FREE Ink Pads!
As a hostess, you can earn an entire Collection of Firm Foam Classic Ink Pads for your $450 workshop in November!  That's 10 full-sized ink pads—a $49.95 value!  Choose from the Brights, Subtles, or Regals Collections of colors! 

Buy A $99 Starter Kit—Receive 10 FREE Ink Pads!
Hostesses aren't the only ones getting this special bonus!  When you purchase a completely customizable $99 Starter Kit, you'll also be able to select a full Collection of Brights, Subtles, or Regals Ink Pads! 

Plus, you'll receive all of the special benefits and perks of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.  This includes: receiving a 20% or more discount on all merchandise, the ability to pre-order new items right away, the access to exclusive stamping resources, and the opportunity to earn awards and incentives...and much more!  Purchase a $99 Starter Kit today to receive your FREE Ink Pads!

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Next up...Embossing!  We all love embossing, right?  I know many of my customers buy the Big Shot just so they can emboss.  Of course, that's a pretty big investment.  For those of you who haven't purchased a Big Shot yet, here's a more affordable way for you to emboss.

Sizzix Texture Boutique Embossing Machine

Stampin' Up has partnered with Sizzix and we are pleased to be able to offer a test run of the Texture Boutique Embossing Machine in our North American markets. There are only 4,000 available to be sold only while supplies last. The Texture Boutique works with Textured Impressions Embossing Folders to transform ordinary cardstock, paper, metallic foil, or vellum into an embossed, textured masterpiece. This machine embosses only; it does not die cut.

'Tis the season of giving, and the Texture Boutique makes a wonderful gift for anyone who wants to create their own elegant embossed art. To help you with your gift-giving needs, we're offering a special value bundle that saves you $5.90. If you prefer, you can also purchase the Texture Boutique alone. Looking for stocking stuffers? Pick up some additional embossing folders.

Texture Boutique Bundle
$39.95 (a $45.85 value)
Includes:

• Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 Pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim
• Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive
• Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder-Stampin' Up! exclusive

Texture Boutique Embossing Machine
$29.95
Includes:

• Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, 1 pair of Standard Embossing Pads, 1 Mylar Shim

 

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Ok, I have one more new product to share with you.  It's the NEW Stampin' Trimmer and it's finally available!  

Here are just a few of the reasons you will want this trimmer:

• Remember how frustrating it was to try and cut regular-sized cards on the old paper trimmer? With the new trimmer, the base has been extended so you can make most of your common cuts and measurements without even extending the ruler!"
• "So many features of this tool make it the best on the market. The precision tip on the cutting blade allows you to pinpoint precisely where you're cutting. The handle shows you exactly where the blade will cut, making it easy to see exactly where your cuts and scores will begin and end. And, with the specially-designed insertion point, the handles snap into the track easily without bending or bowing the track itself-which helps to keep the track straight and rigid."
• "Have you ever thought you were getting a straight cut, but it turned out to be bowed? The new handles and cutting track are so stable, your cuts will be perfectly straight!"
• "This tool is all about ease-the cutting track is longer than 12" making it so easy to cut or score a full sheet of cardstock without having to remove any of the blades!"

Here's a quick video with more information.

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Boy, that was a lot of information to take in all at once!  Be sure to visit my webiste for more information and to place your online orders!

Don't forget that it's not too late to schedule your own workshop or private class for the holidays.  There really isn't a better time to get together with your friends and family and enjoy some stamping!  Here are just a few holiday cards to inspire you.  These are the cards that we made this year at my Holiday Card Stamp-a-Stack.

Thanks for stopping by!

Michelle

New Catalog Product Shares!

You've been asking...and now it's ready.  I have three different 2012-2013 NEW Product Share Offerings!

What better way to experience the 2012-2013 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog's new Designer Series Paper, Ribbon and Embellishments, than sharing the cost with others?  That's exactly what a product share is.  As you reserve your share, I save a spot for you.  Each share needs four (4) participants.  When a share fills up, I collect your payment, then order the product and split it up between the share participants and send it right to you.

To reserve a spot in my Product Shares, please EMAIL ME directly at hooversdamstamping@gmail.com.

Please include the following information in your email:

1. Full Name
2. Which share(s) you would like to reserve (1, 2, and/or 3 -- see choices below)  
3. Email address for Paypal invoicing
4. Mailing address for non-local orders (United States addresses only)

Out-of-Town Shipping of Orders—Local Fort Wayne, IN, residents can make arrangements to pick up their orders.  Or, if you are out of the area, I can ship your orders Priority Mail at a cost of $5.15.  For multiple shares - contact me for a shipping quote (a Priority Mailing Envelope can hold quite a bit).

When your shares fill, I will email a Paypal (*) invoice to you to complete the payment process.  I will then place my order with Stampin' Up!  Upon it's arrival, I will sort, cut, wrap/assemble, package and mail. This can take upwards to 10 business days.

(*) I use Paypal for all my billing needs.  However, a paypal account is not required to make your payment.  Just an email address and credit or debit card is all you need.  When you receive my paypal invoice, you can choose to pay using your paypal account funds or by credit/debit card.  Just follow their SUPER EASY instructions to make your payment via the method that is most convenient for you. 

Here are my 2012-2013 Product Share Offerings...

1.  NEW 2012-2013 Designer Series PAPER SHARE: $34.99 (+5.15 shipping if not a local pickup).  

 

This share includes (72) 6x12 pieces of paper including:

•  Natural Composition Specialty
• Comfort Cafe
• World Spectacular
• Floral District
• Storytime
• Polka Dot Parade
• International Bazaar
• Be of Good Cheer
• Birds of a Feather
• Patio Party
• Fan Fair
• Summer Smooches 

      

            

 If you purchased all of these papers yourself your cost would be $155.14!  That's a savings of $120.15!!  I've also discounted this an additional 10%! 

2.   NEW 2012-2013 ACCESSORIES SHARE: $24.99 (+5.15 shipping if not a local pickup).

This share includes all of the new ribbon and Dahlias.  You will receive two (2) yards of each of the ribbons, six (6) Naturals Designer Buttons (2 of each design), six (6) Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons (2 of each design), and five (5) of the In Color Dahlias (1 of each color).

This share  includes:

• 2 yards of each of the 2012-2014 In Color 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon (10 yards total)
• 2 yards of each of the 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon (20 yards total)
• 5 In Color Dahlias (1 of each color)
• 6 Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons (2 of each design)
• 6 Naturals Designer Buttons (2 of each design)

Gumball Green

Midnight Muse

Primrose Pink

   

  

Raspberry Ripple

Summer Starfruit

Basic Gray

Daffodil Delight

 

Early Espresso

Night of Navy

Pacific Point

Pretty in Pink

Real Red

Rich Razzleberry

Whisper White

Wild Wasabi

In Color Dahlias

Naturals Designer Buttons

Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons

If you purchased all of these items yourself it would cost you $110.72!  That's a savings of $85.73.  I've also discounted this an additional 10%! 

3.   NEW 2012-2013 "I WANT IT ALL" SHARE: $54.99 (+5.15 shipping if not a local pickup).
Do you want it all?  Well then this is the share for you!  This share includes everything from the Designer Series Paper Share and the Accessories Share.

This share includes (72) 6x12 pieces of paper including:

•  Natural Composition Specialty
• Comfort Cafe
• World Spectacular
• Floral District
• Storytime
• Polka Dot Parade
• International Bazaar
• Be of Good Cheer
• Birds of a Feather
• Patio Party
• Fan Fair
• Summer Smooches  

 Plus you also get:

• 2 yards of each of the 2012-2014 In Color 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon (10 yards total)
• 2 yards of each of the 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon (20 yards total)
• 5 In Color Dahlias (1 of each color)
• 6 Vintage Faceted Designer Buttons (2 of each design)
• 6 Naturals Designer Buttons (2 of each design) 

If you purchased all of these items yourself it would cost you $288.78!  By participating in the share, you get a little bit of all of it and save $233.79!  I've also discounted this an additional 15%!

Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.  Email me today to get your spot reserved!  Once your share is full I will send you a Paypal invoice.

Michelle

New Catalog and More!

It's here!  The new 2012-2013 Stampin' Up Annual Catalog is now available.  It's full of new products that you are going to LOVE!

 

• View the NEW 2012-2013 Annual Catalog Online (Flash)
• View the NEW 2012-2013 Annual Catalog PDF
• View the New Catalog Stampin' Supplies (supplies used to create catalog samples)
• Browse New Catalog products at my Online Store

Receive A FREE 2012-2013 Annual Catalog!

Here's how you can receive one for FREE (with no shipping charge), effective immediately!

• Stamp Club Members—Will automatically receive one.  If you have not received yours yet, you will get it at our June club.
• Become A Hostess—Schedule a workshop or private class with me!
• $50 Minimum Orders—Local and non-local customers, place a $50 minimum single order (before shipping & tax) via email or at my Online Store! 

Stampin' Up Promotions & Events For June!

As if the brand-spanking-new 2012-2013 Annual Catalog isn't enough, Stampin' Up! is also offering two spectacular promotions during the month of June!  One is an amazing incentive for Hostesses and the other is a cool bonus for New Demonstrators!  Here are the details...

We {Heart} Our Hostesses Promotion—June 1 thru July 31, 2012
Hostesses!  You'll earn an additional $50 in Hostess Rewards when you have workshop sales of $450 or more.  That's on top of the already amazing Hostess Benefits you would earn at that level, meaning you would earn at least $115 in Hostess Dollars to spend, plus one 50% off item.
Take a look at how the Rewards add up as your sales increase:

Do you realize how easy that number is to hit when there is a new catalog release?!  Your stamping friends are going to want to get as much on their wishlist as possible!  It's a great opportunity to play with the new stuff, have fun stamping with friends and GET LOTS OF FREE STUFF!  Oh yeah!
Let's get your new catalog workshop or private, customizable class on the calendar!  Contact me today!



Take The Cake Starter Kit Promotion—June 1 thru June 30, 2012
Join the Stampin' Up! family during June, and not only will you get to choose up to $125 worth of products from the brand new catalog for your fully customizable Starter Kit, but you'll also get select products from our brand-new Patio Party Suite-all for the low price of $99! Plus, it still ships for FREE!
Free products include the following coordination products:
  Patio Party Designer Series Paper
  Make A Cake stamp set

 
Patio Party Digital Collection DVD—A digital version of the Make a Cake Stamp Set and Patio Party Designer Series Paper, plus a digital-exclusive ensemble: thank you postcard, invitation greeting card, favor box, labels, treat flags, pennants/banner, and more!

That's over $45 in additional FREE products! 

• Learn about the benefits of Joining My Team
• Details on the fully customizable $99 Starter Kit
• Join My Team now!

Fond Farewell to Flower Fest

I'm still in shock that the Flower Fest stamp set is retiring!  This is one of my favorites and I'm sad to see it going away.  This project was one that we did at my Paper Flower class last summer.  We made 12 different projects (mostly cards) using 12 different flower techniques. I called it a "paper" flower class, but in reality 2 of the 12 flower techniques used ribbon...oh well!

 

The card base Daffodil Delight card stock layered with Whisper White card stock and a piece of Flirtatious Specialty Designer Series Paper.  The Flirtatious paper is currently available at a 25% DISCOUNT.  The original retail price was $12.95, but now you can purchase it for $9.71!  The Melon Mambo doily is also from the Flirtatious Specialty DSP.  Just a reminder that all retiring accessories are available only while supplies last! 

The background was created by randomly stamping images from the Flower Fest stamp set in VersaMark ink and then heat embossing with Tangerine Tango, Melon Mambo, and Wild Wasabi Stampin' Emboss Powders.  A couple of rhinestones were placed in the centers for just a little bling.  I added a piece of Wild Wasabi that was punched using the Lace Ribbon Border Punch...also retiring and currently available at a 25% DISCOUNT!  The original retail price was $19.95, but now you can purchase it for $14.96!  The sentiment is from the Tiny Tags stamp set and was stamped in Wild Wasabi Classic Ink and also embellished with a couple of rhinestones.  Sorry... the oval punch used for the sentiment is longer available.

Here's a close up of the Melon Mambo doily from the Flirtatious Specialty DSP.  The ribbon flower is made from Daffodil Delight 1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon.  All of the 1 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon is also retiring.  I used a Whisper White brad from the 5/8" Neutrals Jumbo Brads assortment for the center.  These brads are also retiring and are currently available at a 40% DISCOUNT!  The original retail price was $7.95, but now you can purchase them for $4.77!  I punched one of the little flowers out of the Flirtatious Specialty DSP, adhered it to the brad, and topped it off with a Basic Rhinestone.  This flower is really fun and easy to make.  Would you like to learn how?  Contact me to schedule your own private class or workshop and I'll teach you!  

You can visit my Online Store to order these items before they are gone for good!  Here are the links to the items from this card that are retiring:

• Flower Fest stamp set
• Flirtatious Specialty Designer Series Paper  (25% discount)
• Lace Ribbon Border Punch (25% discount)
• Daffodil Delight 1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon 
• Neutrals 5/8" Jumbo Brads  (40% discount)

    

   

    

Thanks for stopping by,

Michelle

New $99 Starter Kit and Occassion Mini Catalog Carry Over List

Your starter kit, your way!

With a price of just $99, the new, completely customizable Starter Kit can be as unique as your own creativity! It’s the perfect way to get your business off to a great start—your way. The new Starter Kit comes with:

Each kit contains a business supplies pack (valued at $65)—everything you'll need to get started with your business right away.

After that, you select ANY of our high-quality products to create the perfect Starter Kit for you. You can choose $125 worth of any traditional or digital supplies to create a kit valued at over $190 that still ships for free!

The photo is just a sample of what you could select to get started, but it's really all up to you!  If you're having trouble deciding what to choose, Stampin' Up! has even provided a few suggestions based on whether you enjoy cardmaking, using the Big Shot, or digital designing.  HERE is the PDF of suggested Starter Kit items.


Q & A

What if I don't want to do workshops or sell the products?

No problem!  You're encouraged to do your business Your Way!  If you simply want to enjoy the 20% demonstrator discount without selling or having events, you can!  (That's what I did for many years!).  But, if you do want to earn a flexible income, we'll be there to support you with lots of resources to help you build your business.

Is there a minimum sales requirement needed to stay active?

Yes. To remain an active demonstrator, you would need to have $300 in sales every quarter.  You can reach this sales goal with any combination of customer orders or personal orders.

What if I can't meet the minimum requirements to stay active?

No problem.  There is NO penalty for dropping if you do not meet the requirements.  You simply become inactive and lose your demonstrator discount and benefits.

If I know I won't meet my minimums, would it still make sense to sign up?

YES!  Whenever you sign up, the requirement will go into effect during your first full quarter.  So, if you signed up today, for example, your first full quarter would be July - September.  That means that you will have until September 30 to meet the $300 requirement.  So, during all of those months, you can enjoy the discounts and benefits of being a demo!
If you do not meet the minimum by September 30, you will have one month of pending (until October 31), to correct any shortfall you had the previous quarter.  So, essentially, you'll have a discount during all those months, including during the release of the new Annual Catalog and Holiday Seasonal Catalog!  Even if you drop after that, it's still worthwhile to take advantage of the opportunity while you can!

Are you ready to join my team?  Please don't hesitate to contact me with addition questions you have and to discuss this incredible opportunity.  I'd love to help you get your business started today!  You can find more information HERE and click on the Join the Fun button in the upper right corner.


In addition to the new Starter Kit, Stampin' Up! also has announced the items from the recent Occasions Mini Catalog that are still available and will be in the new catalog coming out on June 1st.  I'm not quite sure why this information came out in 2 separate announcements and consequently 2 different formats.  The first list came out in a PDF document and you can view it HERE.  The second announcement included additional items in this table...

Stamp Set Name	Item Number
	Wood-Mount	Clear-Mount
Baby Prints	125470	125472
Love & Laughter	125475	125477
Bordering on Romance	125480	125482
Apothecary Art	125525	125527
Mixed Bunch	125535	125537
Tea Shoppe	125545	125547
Mouthwatering	125675	125677
Loving Thoughts	125843	125845
Salon de thé	125934	125936
Etiquetas florales	--	125941
Art floral	125964	125966

I'm so excited that Apothecary Art, Mixed Bunch, and Loving Thoughts are still available and going to be in the new catalog!  Speaking of the new catalog, another benefit of being a demonstrator is that you get to see new products before everyone else!  I've had the opportunity to get a "sneak peek" at some of the new stuff coming in the new catalog.  I've seen some really cool new stamp sets, framelits, the new In Colors, and some new Designer Series Paper.  I think you're going to like it.  Plus, I'll get to see the entire new catalog on Monday...I can't wait!  Do you want to see it too?  Take advantage of the new Starter Kit and you can!

In the meantime, don't forget to place your order for all of the retiring items before they are gone!  Here are the links for stamp sets and accessories.  Remember that all of the accessories are only available while supplies last!

• Retired Stamp Sets
• Retired Accessories

You can place your order NOW in my Online Store!

Thanks for stopping by,
Michelle