Tuesday, January 13, 2009

You Rock!

Well last week my baby brother turned the big 2-4. Here is the card I made for him:





For those of you that don't know him, this is just his style!

Ingredients
All supplies are SU! unless otherwise noted.
  • Just Jawing
  • Skin Deep (Technique Tuesday)
  • Whirly Gigs (Technique Tuesday)
  • Basic Black Cardstock
  • Basic Grey Cardstock
  • Whisper White Cardstock
  • Basic Grey Classic Ink

Today is also my parents 36th wedding anniversary. Happy anniversary Mom and Dad! Here is the card I sent them:



Ingredients

All supplies are SU! unless otherwise noted.

  • Fabulous Flowers
  • Baroque Motifs
  • Hugs & Wishes
  • Sage Shadow Cardstock
  • Chocolate Chip Cardstock
  • Whisper White Cardstock
  • Chocolate Chip Satin Ribbon (retired)
  • Pretties Kit
  • Sage Shadow Classic Ink
  • Chocolate Chip Classic Ink


Let's Start Blogging

Well I finally caved and joined the blogging world. Welcome to my Stampin' blog! I would like to start of by sharing Stampin' Up!s current promotions with you:



The Love You Much bundle contains the perfect products to create fun and fanciful Valentine’s Day projects that say "Ilove you" from the heart. And from December 23, 2008, through January 31, 2009, you can purchase the Love You Much Bundle at 20% off the retail value! Complete with Love You Much stamp set, Heart to Heart punch, and Candy Lane Designer Series paper, this bundle is full of love! If you are interested in ordering this, you can order online via my website or contact me via email.

In addition, Stampin' Up! is having an Inventory Blowout sale. From January 5-18, get select current, retiring, and retired products up to 50% off. But don’t wait—because this sale is good only while supplies last! Click here for the blowout list.

Next up is the current Sampler Promotion. From December 1, 2008 – January 18, 2009, in celebration of Stampin’ Up!’s twentieth anniversary, spend $20 on any Stampin’ Up! products and get 20 percent off any stamp set from the Fall-Winter Sampler—no limit! Check out the Promotions page of my Stampin' Up! website for more info.

And lastly, lets not forget about the Stampin' Up! retired list. The Fall-Winter 2008 retiring stamp sets and accessories are available for purchase December 9, 2008 – January 18, 2009. Buy your favorites today before they’re gone! Click here for the current list.

For those of you who might be local to the Morgan Hill/San Jose area, I am having my monthly Stampin' Up! technique class this Saturday at 1:00. Contact me if you are interested in attending. Everyone who attends gets a free copy of the new Spring/Summer catalog. Speaking of which, my shipment of new catties is scheduled to be delivered today! Let me know if you would like a copy! In addition, please don't hesitate to contact me if you are interested in hosting a workshop or if you would like to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator yourself.

Well, I guess that is it for now. Check back later as I plan to post some pictures of what we are making in class this weekend as well as some other current projects!

Thursday, January 1, 2009

Big Shot Starter Kit Contents

The Big Shot Starter Kit is featured in Stampin' Up!'s 2008-2009 Idea Book & Catalog, valid through June 30, 2009. Here's what's included in the Big Shot Starter Kit, #116314 - $195.95:


Big Shot

Top Note Die


Scallop Envelope Die

Birds & Blooms Sizzlits Dies

Decorative Strip Billboard Die

Decorative Strip Cutting Pads & Extended Spacer Platform (both for cutting Decorative Strips)

Stampin' Up! Starter Kit

SAVE 40% ($335 value) on supplies with the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit for $199 and get FREE Shipping.

Here's what is included in the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit (substitution options in bold):



Rubber Stamp Sets
  • Big Bold Birthday (p.40) or your choice up to $27.95
  • Fun & Fast Notes (p. 54) or your choice up to $30.95
  • Eastern Blooms (p. 94) or your choice up to $21.95
  • Fundamental Phrases (p.139) or your choice up to $35.95

Stampin' Around Wheel (Fast Flowers, p. 54) or your choice of a regular sized wheel

Stampin Around Wheel Handle (regular size)

Stampin' Around Ink Cartridge (Pixie Pink or your color choice/uninked)

Stampin' Pastels (51 Stampin' Up! colors, 6 applicators, 1 eraser)

2 Packages Bold Brights Assorted Color Card Stock (8.5 x 11") or any color family (including In Colors). Both packs must be identical.

Whisper White Card Stock (8.5 x 11") or your choice up to $7.50

SNAIL Adhesive

Décor Elements Large Kraft Parisian Damask or your choice up to $17.95

Décor Elements Applicator Tool

Stampin' Scrub

Stampin' Mist

VersaMark Pad

Blender Pens

5 Classic Stampin' Pads (Basic Black, Real Red, Brilliant Blue, Green Galore, Pixie Pink or your choice of any five Stampin' Up! Classic ink colors)

8 Catalogs, Business Forms and Tools to Help You Get Started

SHIPPING IS INCLUDED!!! (Sales tax is additional)


OPTIONAL STAMPIN' MEMORIES SCRAPBOOKING ADD-ON: $50




Linen Post Album w/ Page Protectors (6" x 6")

Linen Post Brag Book Natural OR 6" x 6" brag book of your choice, $19.95 or less)

1 Package Bold Brights or your choice Assorted 12 x 12 Colored Card Stock

Schoolbook Serif or your choice of Alphabet Stamp Set Up to $42.95

Simply Scrappin’ Petal Party (p. 175) or your choice of Kit

Craft Stampin’ Ink Pad Whisper White or your choice of Craft ink color

Stampin’ Write Journaler Basic Black or your choice of color

SHIPPING IS INCLUDED!!! (Sales tax is additional)

NOTE: Stampin’ Memories Add-On must be ordered in conjunction with the starter kit

Click here to join now! (Note - you will need to call or email me for the password prior to signing up.)

Stampin' Start. Earn Free Stamps Fast!

Join Stampin' Up! and My Team!

Indulge in the art of stamping! The Starter Kit (valued at over $330) is offered at $175 and ships free! Customize it with your favorite stamps (within specific price points), inks and card stock.
Click here to view the starter kit options.

There's no obligation to do workshops and no penalty to drop! If you wish to maintain benefits beyond the first full quarter, a $300 sales and/or personal purchase minimum is required.

FREE CRAFT TOTE BONUS! Sept. 1 thru October 18, 2010 get this fantastic craft tote FREE with the Starter Kit. Click for details.

STAMPIN' UP! DEMONSTRATOR BENEFITS:

  • Receive 30% off your first order of $150 or more (or keep it as "instant income" from sales). Redeem in the first 45 days.
  • Get 20% off Stampin' Up! products or keep it as "instant income."
  • Earn additional income (called a volume rebate) on your monthly product sales of $400 or more. Together, your instant income and volume rebate can reach up to 40% of your personal sales.
  • Pre-order select Stampin' Up! stamps, tools and embellishments a month (or more) before the customers sales period.
  • Earn free stamps with Stampin' Start, Sale-A-Bration and other promotions.
  • Qualify for cash bonuses, product bonuses, incentive trips and other awards.
  • Recruit and receive downline overrides based on your recruits' sales.
  • Earn free hostess sets and merchandise
  • Receive Stampin' Up!'s exclusive monthly demonstrator magazine, Stampin' Success.
  • Enjoy 2 free months of a personal demonstrator business web site
  • Be inspired by video tutorials and project ideas on the Stampin' Up! demonstrator web site

MY TEAM:

  • Join our friendly group of enthusiastic stampers.
  • Share in monthly team meetings and swaps/challenges.
  • Free business planning and personalized coaching offered for career demos.
  • Benefits begin instantly with my on-line demonstrator sign up. Please email me for the required password.

Stampin' Up! Hostess Benefits & Stampin' Up! Rewards Program

Pamper yourself with a personal Stampin' Up! party or team up and order with a few friends. Stampin' Up!'s Stampin' Rewards and Hostess Benefits programs instantly kick in with a minimum product order of $150 and increase in $50 increments. See Benefits Chart below!
  • Individual orders (including on-line orders) earn full benefits.
  • All free hostess gifts and merchandise awards are available instantly with qualifying on-line orders.
  • Stampin' Rewards and Hostess Benefits are the same. When you place an on-line order, Stampin' Up! refers to these benefits as Stampin' Rewards. When you host a workshop, they are referred to as Hostess Benefits.
  • Please contact me with any questions about Stampin' Rewards, either by email or phone. I'm happy assist you in determining your freebies (before you place an order).

(Click to enlarge)

EXAMPLES: If you place a product order totaling $150 to $200, you may choose any Hostess Level 1 set AND receive $15 in free Stampin' Up! merchandise.

If you place an order totaling $300 up to $350, you may choose either a Hostess Level 1 gift OR a Hostess Level 2 gift. PLUS, you earn $35 in free merchandise.

If you place an order totaling $500 up to $550, you may choose either three Hostess Level 1 gifts OR two Level 1 and one Level 2 gift OR a Level 1 and a Level 3 gift. PLUS, you earn $50 in free merchandise.

Stampin' Up! Gift Certificates

How about giving the perfect gift to those who have a passion for stamping? I offer Stampin' Up! gift certificates for any amount (redeemable only through me).



Need something last minute? I can create a virtual e-Card gift certificate within (see sample below) as long as the recipient has email. Usually within 24 hours!

Contact me via phone or email to place your order.

Better yet, suggest a Stampin' Up! gift certificate to your friends, family, spouse or significant other. They can give YOU something you're guaranteed to love on your next birthday, favorite holiday or anniversary.

e-Card Example:


Shipping and Policies

What are Stampin' Up!'s shipping and handling charges?

  • Flat $6.95 on product orders up to $69.50
  • 10% on product orders over $69.50
  • Expedited shipping:
    UPS 2nd Day Air is $20 additional (on top of costs above) per $500 product order.
    UPS Overnight is $40 additional per $500 product order.

How long does it take for my products to be delivered?

Orders are delivered by UPS, typically within 8 to 10 business days. I watch the UPS delivery site regularly and will notify you by email when I receive a firm ship date.

What types of payment do you accept?

Cash, Check, Money Order, Visa, Mastercard and Discover credit or debit cards.

Is my order subject to sales tax?

Yes. State laws require companies to collect sales tax from residents when shipping merchandise to states where the company has an established business presence. Customers are responsible for all applicable sales tax, and in some states, tax is required on the value of free hostess merchandise.

Is there a minimum order?

Orders may be placed for any amount.

When I order on-line, am I eligible for Stampin' Up!'s FREE hostess stamps and merchandise?

Beginning with a minimum product order of $150, you are entitled to all hostess benefits--referred to as Stampin' Rewards when ordering on-line.

When I tried to order a Stampin' Up! product on-line, I received a message that it's on back order. What are my options?

Back ordered items cannot be ordered using Stampin' Up!'s on-line shopping cart (it's a legal thing). As a demonstrator, I have a solution to get you in line to receive your product once it becomes available (as long as it hasn't been discontinued). Simply send me your order via email or call me with your order. I will place your order via our standard ordering system and your product will ship once it is back in stock.

What happens after I submit my order?

Upon payment, your order will be processed and shipped directly from Stampin' Up! (Riverton, Utah). I monitor the UPS site daily and will update you when I get a firm delivery date.

Can I order a gift certificate?

Absolutely! Simply email or call me and let me know the amount you would like it for. I will send it directly to the recipient for you!

Why would I want to order on-line through you?

I want your Stampin' Up! on-line shopping experience to be unique and informative. On-line ordering provides a seamless, one-step purchase of Stampin' Up!'s quality products, any time of day or night.

As your demonstrator and adviser, I'm here to help take the guesswork out of trying new products and ensure that you'll purchase the right products for your stamping projects. I respond to email promptly and am willing to help you with whatever you may need.

When you place an order, I'll contact you by email regarding your purchase and shipping date. I'll also make certain you learn about any special promotions and hostess benefit options through my blog updates, email updates, and email postcards.

Is my contact and payment information safe?

Neither Stampin' Up! nor I will ever share, sell, or rent individual personal information (your address, email, credit card information, etc.) with anyone without your advance permission or unless ordered by a court of law.

Are Stampin' Up! products guaranteed?

Stampin' Up! guarantees their products to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of 90 days after the shipping date. Missing items, incorrect shipments, and defective or damaged merchandise must be reported to us within 90 days of the shipping date to obtain a replacement. This guarantee does not cover merchandise damaged through accident or misuse. Any questions should be directed to jenniferjtalley@gmail.com.

How are exchanges and refunds handled? New, unused, unmounted merchandise may be exchanged at no charge within 90 days of the shipping date. The merchandise must be in the current catalog and in original shipping condition. Stamps that have been assembled cannot be exchanged. Sorry, we do not offer cash refunds. Should you need any assistance, please contact jenniferjtalley@gmail.com.

Stampin' Up!'s Notice of Cancellation:

You may CANCEL this transaction without any penalty or obligation, within THREE BUSINESS DAYS from the date of the transaction. If you cancel, any payments made by you under the contract or sale will be returned within TEN BUSINESS DAYS following receipt by the seller of your cancellation notice.

If you cancel, you must make available to the seller at your residence, in substantially as good condition as when received, any goods delivered to you under this contract or sale, or you may, if you wish, comply with the instructions of the seller regarding the return shipment of the goods at the seller's expense and risk.

If you do make the goods available to the seller and the seller does not pick them up within 20 days of the date of your Notice of Cancellation, you may retain or dispose of the goods without any further obligation. If you fail to make the goods available to the seller, or if you agree to return the goods to the seller and fail to do so, then you remain liable for the performance of all obligations under the contract.

To cancel a transaction, mail or deliver a signed and dated copy of this Notice of Cancellation or any other written notice, or send a telegram, to the independent Stampin' Up! demonstrator (Jennifer Talley, 538 Via Sorrento, Morgan Hill, CA 95037) NOT LATER THAN MIDNIGHT of the third business day after the order date.

Stampin' Up! Starter Kit

Our Starter Kits, created exclusively for new demonstrators, contain Stampin' Up! essentials you'll need to get started in your new business. You can choose between the standard Starter Kit and the Digital+ Starter Kit. Both Starter Kits are customizable allowing you to choose products that you want to run your business your way.

STARTER KIT OPTIONS: $175 (Valued at more than $330)

The standard Starter Kit includes:

  • Five complete stamp sets (including a clear-mount set and clear-mount block)

  • A Stampin' Around wheel, handle, and ink cartridge

  • Assortment of Designer Series paper and card stock

  • Four Classic Stampin' Pads

  • Two Stampin' Write markers

  • VersaMark Pad

  • Whisper White 5/8" satin ribbon

  • Songbird Décor Elements and applicator

  • Adhesives

  • Blender pen

  • Stamping sponge

  • Stampin' Scrub and Mist

  • Box of Idea Book & Catalogs

  • Business forms and tools
The Digital+ Starter Kit includes:

  • My Digital Studio software suite

  • Three complete stamp sets (including a clear-mount set and clear-mount block)

  • Assortment of card stock

  • Four Classic Stampin' Pads

  • Two Stampin' Write markers

  • Real Red 1/4" grosgrain ribbon

  • Brights Designer buttons

  • Songbird Décor Elements and applicator

  • Adhesives

  • Stampin' Scrub and Mist

  • Box of Idea Book & Catalogs

  • Business forms and tools
Choose the Starter Kit that best matches your stamping and paper-crafting interests, and get over $330 of Stampin' Up!'s high-quality products for just $175!

OPTIONAL STAMPIN' MEMORIES SCRAPBOOKING ADD-ON: $50 (Valued at more than $75)




1 stamp set
1 card stock pack
1 Designer Series paper pack
1 Quick Accents pack (self-adhesive die cuts)
1 Designer Printed 12" x 12" album


OPTIONAL DEFINITELY DECORATIVE ADD-ON: $40 (Valued at more than $60)


1 Décor Stencil
1 Décor Elements vinyl
3 Décor Elements chalkboard labels
8 Décor Elements flower vinyl pieces—perfect to demonstrate to customers
8 Definitely Decorative brochures


SHIPPING IS INCLUDED!!! (Sales tax is additional)
NOTE: You may order one or both of the optional add-ons, however they must be ordered in conjunction with the starter kit.

To sign up, click here. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.