Join Stampin' Up! for only $85!

From now until August 31, you can become a Demonstrator for only $85 with SU!'s new Mini Starter Kit.
Starting your own Stampin' Up! business means free and discounted products, plus a little extra cash--and who couldn't use that?

The special, limited-time Mini Starter Kit shown at right contains many of the items you need to get started in your new business, including:

• For All You Do stamp set
• In Color Classic Stampin' Pads (6)
• Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
• Business forms and tools

Or if you want to buy the standard $199 Starter Kit, in addition to the supplies listed below, you'll get all six of the new In Color Classic Stampin' Pads and one pack of In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")--a $43 value--for free!

The standard Starter Kit includes:

• Five stamp sets
• A Stampin' Around wheel, handle, and ink cartridge
• Stampin' Pastels
• Card stock
• Eastern Blooms Décor Elements and applicator tool
• Five Classic Stampin' Pads
• VersaMark Pad
• Stampin' Scrub and Mist
• Blender pens
• SNAIL
• Business forms and tools

These special offers--the Mini Starter Kit and the In Color add-on to the standard Starter Kit--are only available for a limited time, so you must act fast!

Click here for my FAQ about becoming a demonstrator!

More Cards

Here are a couple of more cards from my demonstrator
swap:

This card by Andrea uses the Kind and Caring Level 3 Hostess Set found on page 16. It also uses the fun oval frame Big Shot die.


This card by Scheli uses the Christmas Punch Level 2 Hostess stamp set. Isn't that snowman adorable? This stamp set coordinates with many of our punches: Large Tag, Boho Blossom, Scallop Oval, Curly Label, Wide Oval, and Scallop Square.

New Stuff--Part 4

More samples from my swapping group:

Oh, this card by Lynn uses lots of new stuff! The stamp set is my favorite level 2 Hostess only set called Wings of Friendship. It's not my typical style, but it must be because I still have love for Stampin' Up's stupid birds! Let me tell you, in real life, I DO NOT LIKE BIRDS! I actually have a bit of a phobia about them. Ask me to tell you about the times (yes, plural!) we had birds in our house and my little walk through the San Diego Animal Park's Lorikeet Landing.
Anywho---this card uses 3 of the new In Colors--Melon Mambo, Rich Razzleberry, and Crushed Curry. Plus, the Rich Razzleberry polka dot ribbon, love it!


This card by LeeAnn uses the Circle Circus stamp set. I love the colors--Melon Mambo, Basic Black, and Basic Grey. Whisper White. I also like how she used the Jumbo Grommet (page 179) in the middle of the scallop circle and tied the ribbon through it.

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New Stuff--Part 3

Here are two more cards from my swapping group:

This card is by Stacey and uses the new Animal Stories stamp set found on page 88. This is a really cute bold image set that has a coordinating pack of Designer Paper call Tall Tales. The stamp set also has a giraffe, elephant, and owl. I saw someone turn the owl into a cute kitty by markering part of the whale's spray to use as a tail. Super cute!

This next card by Tracey uses the new super cute Lots of Bots stamp set found on page 82. It also uses the new In Color Rich Razzleberry. So fun!

Deal of the Week--July 6-12

Here is this week's Deal: almost 30% off the Big Shot Doctor's Bag! Wow! The regular price is $69.95. The sale price is $49.99. I love the Doctor's bag! It holds the Big Shot machine plus some dies. Perfect for storing or taking your Big Shot with you. Remember, you have until 10 minutes until the next deal is announced to order your "deal of the week." So that means 1:50 our time on Monday the 13th.

New Stuff--Part 2

Here are a couple of more cards from my swapping group:

This first card is by Jane and uses the yummy new In Color Soft Suede. Don't you just love the fantastic new polka dotted ribbon?! You can purchase all the In Colors in the polka dotted ribbon. The stamp set used is Asian Artistry which is a level 2 Hostess-only stamp set.


The next card is by Dawn and uses the new Autumn Days stamp set found on page 92 in the new catalog. I love how she used the Top Note die!

New Stuff--Part 1

I've mentioned before that I am part of a group of Stampin' Up! demonstrators who swaps cards periodically. The last swap we had was from our Preview orders (before each catalog begins, SU allows us to order a few select items).

I love swapping with other demonstrators because each of us has our own style and supplies we use. For this past swap, the due date snuck up on me and I was working until 1 in the morning getting my swaps ready! Oops! My swap is below and uses the new Circle Circus stamp set found on page 129 and some of the new In-Colors: Melon Mambo, Bermuda Bay, Rich Razzleberry, & Crushed Curry. The card looks a little funky in the picture, but looks much cuter in person!


This next card was made by LeAnn Greff and uses the new For All You Do stamp set found on page 118 in the new catalog. I just love the color combination she used: Perfect Plum, Pale Plum, and Garden Green.


I will post a couple of cards each day for the next couple of days. Enjoy!

Summer Fun Continues!

Today is the official start of the new 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog! You can find the links to the new catalogs in the righthand sidebar. New stamp sets, ribbons, designer papers, Big Shot dies . . . I'm in heaven! But the fun doesn't stop there! Stampin' Up! is continuing the Summer Fun with some great new offers:

1. Deal of the Week: Each week in July, SU will offer a new special. The special will be released on my website at 10 am MT, which is NOON our time each Monday. I will try to post as soon as I can here on my blog, but you will be able to find it first on my website. Each deal lasts until the following Monday---10 minutes before the next deal is announced. No minimum order required.

With the exception of the first deal, I will not know the product ahead of time, but I will tell you the first one:

Period	Item #	Page #	Description	Regular Price	Special Price
July 1-5, 2009	112091	187	Scallop Edge punch	$15.95	$10.99

Obviously, this deal begins on a Wednesday! The next deal will be released on Monday, July 6. If you wish to take advantage of this deal, but want to save on shipping costs, I can add it to my order that I will be placing on Friday, July 3. You must email me your order by Friday at 5:oo PM.

2. New Mini Starter Kit: July 15 - August 31

Become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator with the limited-time $85 Mini Starter Kit. The Mini Starter Kit contains the following products:

Item Code	Page #*	Description	Retail Value**
115360	118	For All You Do stamp set	$28.95
115658	155	Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.95
115656	155	Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.95
115659	155	Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.95
115654	155	Dusty Durango Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.95
115655	155	Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.95
115657	155	Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad	$5.95
100730	155	Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")	$7.50
115315	155	In Color assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")	$7.95

*All page numbers refer to the 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog
**All products may be substituted for like items; see Mini Starter Kit order form for details.

Contact me with any questions!

Out with the Old, In with the New!

Today is the last day to order from the Spring Summer 2009 Catalog and the Occasions Mini catalog. You can place your orders through my website: www.carrieclary.stampinup.net. Click on the "SHOP NOW" button in the top right corner.

You can begin ordering from the NEW Idea Book & Catalog at 2:00 PM July 1. This new catalog is filled with fantastic new stamp sets, accessories (finally polka dot ribbon!), and a ton of new BIG SHOT dies. Wait until you see the new IN COLORS: Rich Razzleberry, Soft Suede, Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry, Melon Mambo, & Dusty Durango. They are really bold, rich, and gorgeous! And this year, Stampin' Up! is offering Stampin' Write Markers in the In Colors! How perfect is that?!


Need a catalog? If you have ordered from me in the past 6 months or attended my Super Stampin' Weekend, I will give you a free catalog. You can pick up your catalog at your convenience. Email me that you would like to pick one up, so that I have have it ready for you. If you would like your catalog mailed to you, please send $5 to cover Priority Mail shipping.

If you have not ordered from me in the past 6 months, you can purchase a catalog at my cost of $5. If you need your catalog mailed to you, it will cost a total of $10 and go out Priority Mail. Those of you who purchase a catalog will receive a $5 credit on your first order of $30 or more!

I am in Florida until July 6, so I won't be able to mail catalogs out until I return. However, if you wish to pick up a catalog, I can have my husband put one in the tub for you. Just be sure to EMAIL me first and wait for me to respond before you venture over to my house!

Last Chance Special--Ends this Friday!

Okay, ladies! I have a fantastic special for you. All orders placed with me (not through my online store) will receive catalog price from now until Friday at 5:00 PM. That means NO SHIPPING and NO TAX---a savings of 17%! Order whatever you want.

All orders will be shipped to me and you will pick them up from my Miamisburg home when they arrive. Hostess orders do not qualify for this discount.

Yes, I know this is a short time period--but I might be leaving on vacation on Saturday. So, the best way to do this is to call me with your order and pay with a credit card. Or, you can drop off a check before 5:00 PM on Friday.

I have updated the Last Chance Accessory List with sold out items. I will be placing the order on Friday before I go to dinner, so don't wait until the last minute!

Contact me with any questions.

Last Chance Lists

Yes, it's that time of year---the Retiring Lists are out! Each year Stampin' Up! must retire some products to make way for new ones. This year, SU! has released both the Stamp Set and Accessory Lists at the same time! Please be aware that the items on the Accessory Lists are available while supplies last. Often, many of these items sell out quickly, so don't wait too long to place your order!

Last Chance Stamp Set List---numerical

Last Chance Decor Elements List

Last Chance Accessory List---I will try to update the availability each day. Updated 6/24

Item #	Product Description	Price	Sale Price	Availability
112735	RUB ONS HIDDEN GARDEN	10.95	5.48	Available
112970	LO MEJOR DE TODO	19.95	9.98	Available
105143	DAYS TO REMEMBER 6X6 FR	9.95	4.98	SOLD OUT
113888	RUB ONS MANY OCCASIONS	10.95	5.48	Available
109044	PUNCH SNOW BLOSSOM	10.95	5.48	Available
111364	RIBBON POLY TWILL SO SAFFRON 7/8"	8.95	4.48	Available
106961	STAZON REFILL WHITE	4.95	2.48	SOLD OUT
114341	COURDUROY BUTTONS PACIFIC POINT	9.95	4.98	Available
114316	RIBBON ORIGINALS PIG TAILS	13.95	6.98	Available
111414	RUB ONS HIDDEN GARDEN	10.95	5.48	Available
114351	DESIGNER HARDWARE HOORAY	4.95	2.48	Available
114338	COURDUROY BUTTONS KIWI KISS	9.95	4.98	Available
114019	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS FLEURETTES	9.95	4.98	Available
114317	RIBBON ORIGINALS DRESS UP	12.95	6.48	Available
102875	HEMP TWINE RED	2.95	1.48	Available
101259	HEMP TWINE BLACK	2.95	1.48	Available
113979	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS CANVAS CUTS	7.95	3.98	Available
114350	DESIGNER HARDWARE SOHO	4.95	2.48	Available
111363	RIBBON GROSGRAIN PINK PIROUETTE 1 1/4"	7.95	5.96	Available
111365	RIBBON TAFFETA RIDING HOOD RED	6.95	5.21	Available
111847	RIBBON DOUBLE STITICHED BAJA BREEZE 1"	8.95	6.71	Available
111371	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED TANGERINE TANGO 5/8"	9.95	7.46	Available
111373	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED PINK PIROUETTE 5/8"	9.95	7.46	Available
111372	RIBBON GROSGRIAN STRIPED KIWI KISS 5/8"	9.95	7.46	Available
113884	RUB ONS FASHION DISTRICT	10.95	8.21	SOLD OUT
114318	RIBBON ORIGINALS VALET	12.95	9.71	Available
111374	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED RIDING HOOD RED 5/8"	9.95	7.46	Available
111370	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED PACIFIC POINT 5/8"	9.95	7.46	Available
111415	RUB ONS GREATEST MOMENTS	10.95	8.21	Available
113887	RUB ONS BRIGHT DELIGHTS	11.95	8.96	Available
111416	RUB ONS CHATEAU BELLA	10.95	8.21	Available
111338	NOTES TEXTURED LOVE ASSORTMENT II	12.95	9.71	Available
111879	RIBBON SATIN KIWI KISS VERY VANILLA	7.95	5.96	Available
111277	RUB ONS A PERFECT DAY	10.95	8.21	Available
110730	DIE CUTS POCKETS & PIECES	8.95	6.71	Available
107272	PUNCH KEY TAG	15.95	11.96	SOLD OUT
113980	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER CANDY LANE	9.95	7.46	Available
111375	RIBBON GROSGRAIN STRIPED BAJA BREEZE 5/8"	9.95	7.46	SOLD OUT
112010	DIE CUTS BLOOMS AGAIN	8.95	6.71	SOLD OUT
113991	TASTE OF TEXTILES	9.95	7.46	Available
101399	STIPPLE BRUSHES	6.95	5.21	SOLD OUT
112092	BUTTON BOUQUET	7.95	5.96	SOLD OUT
112139	NOTES CAROUSEL II	11.95	8.96	SOLD OUT
111336	NOTES SCALLOP II	11.95	8.96	SOLD OUT
111840	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL PACIFIC POINT	2.95		Available
111841	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL TANGEIRNE TANGO	2.95		Available
111843	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL PINK PIROUETTE	2.95		Available
111839	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL RIDING HOOD RED	2.95		SOLD OUT
111842	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL KIWI KISS	2.95		SOLD OUT
112161	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS KIWI KISS	9.95		SOLD OUT
112042	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER URBAN GARDEN	9.95		Available
112156	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS PINK PIROUETTE	9.95		Available
112150	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS PACIFIC POINT	9.95		SOLD OUT
112153	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS TANGERINE TANGO	9.95		SOLD OUT
111844	CLASSIC STAMPIN INK REFILL BAJA BREEZE	2.95		SOLD OUT
111836	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD RIDINGHOOD RED	5.95		SOLD OUT
111838	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD PINK PIROUETTE	5.95		Available
113966	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE	9.95		Available
109123	STAMPIN WRITE JOURNALER BASIC BROWN	3.25		SOLD OUT
113981	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BELLA BIRDS	9.95		Available
112157	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS BAJA BREEZE	9.95		SOLD OUT
113975	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER RASPBERRY TART	9.95		Available
114037	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY SWEET SLUMBER	11.95		Available
113978	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER URBAN OASIS	9.95		Available
112041	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER BELLA ROSE	9.95		SOLD OUT
112468	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SWEET ALWAYS	9.95		SOLD OUT
111834	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD TANGERINE TANGO	5.95		Available
114039	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY ROCKABILLY	11.95		Available
108590	CARD STOCK NATURALS ASST 12X12	8.95		SOLD OUT
111337	NOTES GIFT ASSORTMENT II	9.95		Available
112471	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER RAINBOW SHERBET	9.95		SOLD OUT
112464	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER MANCHESTER	9.95		Available
112006	ACCENTS & ELEMENTS FLOWER FUSION II	14.95		Available
111837	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD PACIFIC POINT	5.95		Available
112461	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER WASHINGTON APPLE	9.95		SOLD OUT
113993	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SPECIALTY PARISIAN BREEZE	11.95		Available
112155	DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PATTERNS RIDING HOOD RED	9.95		SOLD OUT
111353	CARD STOCK KIWI KISS 8-1/2 X 11	5.5		SOLD OUT
111348	CARD STOCK RIDING HOOD RED 8-1/2 X 11	5.5		SOLD OUT
112172	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN ROCK A BYE BOY	19.95		SOLD OUT
100900	GIFT SACKS WHITE	2.95		SOLD OUT
114605	SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT MORE THOUGHTS	42.95		SOLD OUT
102264	COLUZZLE STARTER KIT	19.95		SOLD OUT
111346	CARD STOCK IN COLOR 12 X 12	8.95		SOLD OUT
111835	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD KIWI KISS	5.95		SOLD OUT
111350	CARD STOCK PACIFIC POINT 8-1/2 X 11	5.5		SOLD OUT
105668	TATTOO KIT I	13.95		SOLD OUT
111349	CARD STOCK TANGERINE TANGO 8-1/2 X 11	5.5		SOLD OUT
109231	SIMPLY SENT CARD KIT SENDING HAPPY THOUGHTS	54.95		Available
111351	CARD STOCK PINK PIROUETTE 8-1/2 X 11	5.5		Available
112165	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN ROCK A BYE GIRL	19.95		SOLD OUT
113950	DIE CUTS BUILD-A-FAIRYTALE	8.95		SOLD OUT
111345	CARD STOCK TEXTURED IN COLOR 12 X 12	11.95		SOLD OUT
105669	TATTOO KIT II	13.95		SOLD OUT
111833	CLASSIC STAMPIN PAD BAJA BREEZE	5.95		SOLD OUT
113936	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN HOPPY MEMORIES	19.95		SOLD OUT
111347	CARD STOCK IN COLOR 8-1/2 X 11	7.95		SOLD OUT
107288	ENVELOPE WHISPER WHITE EXTRA LARGE	5.5		SOLD OUT
104310	CRAFTERS TOOL KIT	39.95		Available
111352	CARD STOCK BAJA BREEZE 8-12 X 11	5.5		SOLD OUT
113943	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN 2 SWEET	19.95		Available
113925	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SWEET NOTHINGS	19.95		Available
112179	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN LOVE STORIES	19.95		Available
113911	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN SUNSHINE GARDEN	19.95		SOLD OUT
112054	SIMPLY SCRAPPIN BEST EVER	19.95		SOLD OUT
111253	Blooms & Bulbs	6.5		SOLD OUT
109684	Doodle	8.5		SOLD OUT
111257	Happy, Happy Birthday	8.5		Available
109692	Love	6.5		Available
109568	My ABCs	6.5		SOLD OUT
109682	Perfectly Pretty	6.5		SOLD OUT
109687	See You Around	8.5		Available
109683	So Swirly	8.5		Available
111260	Something Fishy	8.5		Available
111262	Stems & Silhouettes	8.5		Available
105516	Watercolor Joy	6.5		Available

Sunshine Garden Card Class

Make these 10 beautiful cards using a sheet of designer paper and self-adhesive die cuts from the Sunshine Garden Simply Scrappin' Kit. We will make our cards using the Note Card sets (which includes envelopes!).

You will have your choice of a variety of greetings for the cards.

Date: June 11
Cost: $12
RSVP and Payment: June 8

Butterfly Magnets

I made these adorable butterfly magnets for my clubbers that started this past April. I used my Big Shot, Sticky Pages, Fine Glitter, and some Designer Paper to transform ordinary clothes pins into fun and functional magnets. I used Tombow Multi-Adhesive to adhere the designer paper to the clothes pin and added some strip magnet to the back.

Teacher Gifts

Kyle gave these plants to his preschool teachers. I bought the pots from IKEA (my favorite store!) for @$2 each. I tied some ribbon around the pots and secured them with mini glue dots. I made a tag using the Curly Label punch. The "thank you" stamp is from Wow Flowers and added a Rhinestone brad to the center of the "o". Quick, easy, and cheap!

Simply Scrappin' Kit Classes

I just had my latest Simply Scrappin' Kit Class this past week. The picture above shows just one of the layouts we made using the Sunshine Garden kit.

At these classes, you receive a full Simply Scrappin' kit and make 4 two-page layouts. You keep all the extra paper and die cuts that we don't use. At each class, you receive the directions to make the pages as well as Scrap Maps of the layouts to use for later inspiration.

My next Simply Scrappin' Kit uses the Sweet Nothings kit.

Date: Monday, June 22 at 6:30 PM
RSVP & Payment due: June 8
Cost: $30

Here is one of the layouts we will make using this beautiful kit:

June Hostess Special!

I am so excited to tell you that Stampin' Up! has announced a fabulous hostess special for June:

* Hostesses who hold a $250-$399.99 workshop will receive an additional $20 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

* Hostesses who hold a $400 or more workshop will receive an additional $40 in hostess free merchandise dollars.

Isn't that awesome?!! So, if you have been thinking about being a hostess, June is the month to do it. Call me asap to schedule your date. I have a limited number of days available.

If you would like to do a Virtual party (catalog party), you will qualify for the special, too! Contact me for your hostess information.

I'll Be Back!

Yes, it's been way too long since I've blogged. My main pc started to crash and that is where I upload the pictures from my camera. I have been trying to get the program I need to upload pictures to my laptop, but it's more complicated than I would have thought. Anyway, I promise to work on some things soon. I do have some projects ready to show you, but without the pictures, I'll have to wait. And well, truthfully, I cannot even find my camera right now! I'm pretty sure Kent did something with it, but he insists that he hasn't touched it.

So, here are some things coming up:

June 1: Last Chance list released (used to be called "Retiring" list). This year this list will also include the retiring accessories! I will post the list here as soon as I can access it.

June 30: Last Day to order from the Spring/Summer 2009 catalog and the Occasions Mini catalog

July 1: Noon--MT---can begin ordering from the new catalog--this one will last a year!

Happy Memorial Day!

May is National Scrapbooking Month!

And, of course, Stampin' Up! is offering some great specials to help celebrate!

1. Buy 3 packs of Designer Paper or Textured Cardstock, get 1 FREE!

2. Buy the new Jumble Alphabet at 20% off the regular price of $43.85 for only $35.16! This is a new alphabet that will be available in the new Idea Book & Catalog in July. Click here to see the full alphabet.

3. Join the Stampin' Up! family with a new limited time $75 Scrapbooking starter kit. Included in the starter kit:

Item Code	Description	Retail Value
113510	Schoolbook Serif Alphabet stamp set*	$42.95
113059	Simply Scrappin' Petal Party	$19.95
108697	Earth Elements Assorted textured card stock (12" x 12")	$11.95
105240	Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad	$7.50

*Substitutable for any stamp set up to $43.95 value.

Please note: Each of the products listed above may be substituted for like items. Please see the Scrapbooking Starter Kit Order Form for details.The Scrapbooking Starter Kit also contains all the business supplies contained in the standard Starter Kit:

• Getting Started DVD
• Getting Started Guide
• Guest Invitation Postcard (100)
• Idea Book & Catalog (8)
• Occasions Mini Catalog (8)
• To My Hostess Envelope (10)
• Recruit Folders (5)
• Recruit Brochures (20)
• Hostess Brochure (20)
• Hostess Benefits Form (10)

Contact me with any questions!

More Layouts--again!

Here are some more layouts that I completed at the Super Stampin' Weekeend in March. Both of these were swaps I received from Club. I promise to show something else soon!