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More Fall Themed Cards

Okay, so I'm not quite ready to jump into Christmas yet.  It seems that we go from Halloween to Christmas and bypass the beautiful season of Thanksgiving.  So, in celebration of Autumn, here are 2 more cards I'd like to share with you before the weekend is over.

The first is my favorite for this season.  I LOVE this stamp set and hope that it makes it into the Stampin Up Idea Book and Catalog next July.  It's so beautiful.  I used Rich Razzleberry as the main color here.  It goes well with the other colors of the fall season and makes it all pop.

 
 

The next card uses Cajun Craze.  Another great color for Autumn.  Again, another fantastic stamp set was used called Day of Gratitude, again by Stampin Up.  This card was cased from one that was on the display board at the Baltimore Regionals that Stampin Up put on a while back.  We all got the set for free.  Nice perk for being a demonstrator, eh?

Wouldn't you like to get free stamp sets too?  You can by joining my team, hosting a party or making a qualifying purchase.  There are fantastic specials going on.  Scroll down to see them. 

Contact me for details.  I'm happy to help you out! 

Best always,

Jeannette Swain
 

 

Stampin Up's Starter Kit Goes HALF Price!

 

This special has never been done before!  If you've EVER thought about signing up to be a Stampin Up Demonstrator, this is the time to do it!  Stampin Up has announced an amazing, never seen before offer on the Starter Kit - 50% off!  At regular price, the kit is an excellent value but at this price, they're practically giving it away!  Both the Regular Starter Kit and the Digital Starter Kit are $87.50!  That's $310 worth of wonderful product and business supplies, PLUS there is free shipping!  WOWZA!

For more information on becoming a Stampin Up Demonstrator, click here.

This amazing offer is only available thru November 30, 2010 so don't hesitate!  Questions?  Please ASK. I'm here to help! 

Best to you always!

Jeannette Swain

www.StampsNWhatnot.com

Stampin Up Promotions - Only Available for a Short Time

There are a couple of GREAT promotions going on for those of you who are interested in our versatile jam packed starter kits. 

In addition to the excellent value of the starter kits, if you join prior to the dates below, you'll get these TWO extra gifts.

FREE GREENHOUSE GALA CRAFT TOTE

The first gift is this fabulous craft tote.  I have one and I love it.  I can fit everything I need in it, including my paper trimmer (sideways, without it hanging out the top) and 12 x 12" paper!  It fits more than any other tote of this type that I've seen.

Dates: September 1-October 18, 2010, or while supplies last.

Details
New recruits who join the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator during the promotion period will receive a FREE craft tote (valued at $39.95) with the purchase of their Starter Kit.

Greenhouse Gala Craft Tote Description 100% twill nylon exterior; 100% nylon interior

• Dimensions: 15-3/4" x 7-5/8" x 8-7/8"
• Includes attachable shoulder strap for easy transport
• Center section fits 12" x 12" card stock, Craft Keepers, and Paper Cutter
• Outside pockets fit extra-large punches perfectly
• Outside flap pockets offer secure spot for accessories
• Back zipper pocket holds up to seven Stampin' Pads

Things to Remember:

This incentive is available to all new recruits, including first-time joins, rejoins, etc.

• Free Craft Tote will automatically be added to Starter Kit and shipped at the same time, but in a separate box.
• Free Craft Tote will also be shipped for free.

 

FREE EAT CHOCOLATE STAMP SET

The second FREE gift is a Stampin Up stamp set that will be coming out in the next mini catalog called "Eat Chocolate".  It's being offered to demonstrator who attended Stampin Up's Baltimore Regionals, but only for a short time.  This is how it works.  Anyone who joins my team between now and Oct. 17th will receive this set. (I'll get one too.)

While I'm not allowed to post photos of the actual stamp set, I can show you photos of finished product using the set. The images are small and so cute. 

 

Here are a few closeups for you to peruse.  Please excuse the lighting, it was kind of dark in there.

   

   

Isn't this set just too adorable?  I love how the artists of the cards made some of the images look like little candy bars.

So, are you interested in checking out what Stampin Up has to offer?  Then click the link in the next sentence.  It's an excellent time to join my team.   Feel free to contact me with any questions.  I'm happy to help!

Happy Stampin!

Jeannette Swain

www.StampsNWhatnot.com

 

 

 

 

Have I Got a Creative, Fun, Job for You!

Have you ever wanted a job where you actually enjoyed what you did?

How about a job that not only allows you to be creative, but encourages you to be and teaches you how?

Ever want to work for yourself?

Then check out Stampin Up.  Whether you want to work full time, part time or enough for you to pay for your stamping habit, it's up to you. 

There are two Starter Kits to choose from and YOU can customize them to fit what YOU like and want.

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 $310 of Stampin' Up!'s high-quality products for just $175.

Click here to get more info about becoming a demonstrator.  There's even a video for you to watch.  When you're ready, click here to locate the Join Now button on the left.  My code is "Stampin Up" (without the quotation marks).

I would love to have you join my team!

Best to you always!

Jeannette Swain

www.StampsNWhatnot.com

Stampin Up $99 Starter Kit

$99 Starter Kit Promotion

 

Whether you just love to craft, or you want to grow a successful, thriving business, Stampin' Up! is a great opportunity for you. And from June 1-30, 2010, you can start your own Stampin' Up! business for just $99 with the special Mini Starter Kit! (click to view the flyer)

The Mini Starter Kit--valued at over $180--contains the items listed below; while all items are recommended, you can substitute a like item of equal or lesser value. 

• Watercolor Trio stamp set (wood-mount) $22.95 value
• I {Heart} Hearts stamp set (clear-mount) $18.95 value
• Clear-Mount Block C $6.95 value
• Homemade single stamp* $8.95 value
• Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11") $8.50 value
• Brights Collection assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")* $6.95 value 
• Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95 value
• Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad* $5.95 value
• Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95 value
• Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95 value
• Basic Black 1/8" taffeta ribbon* $6.95 value
• Color Coach* $14.95 value
• SNAIL Adhesive $6.95 value 

*Sneak peek items!

The Mini Starter Kit also includes the same business supplies that are in the standard Starter Kit (please note: no alternative selections can be made for business items). Contents are listed below:

• Getting Started DVD
• Getting Started Guide
• Guest Invitation Postcards (100)
• 2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog (8)*
• Summer Mini Catalog (8)
• To My Hostess Envelopes (10)
• Recruit Folders (5)
• Recruit Brochures (20)
• Hostess Brochures (20)

*New demonstrators who join Stampin' Up! in June, you will receive a free box of 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalogs during the first part of July.

Want to know more?  You can find answers about being a demonstrator here.  You can watch a video about the Stampin Up Opportunity here.  Of course if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.  You can reach me via email or by phone 703.272.7383.  (If I don't answer, leave a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I possibly can.)

Ready to start?  Then go here and sign up.  My password to get started is Stampin Up.

A Birthday Card with "Greenhouse Garden" by Stampin Up - A Blogger's Challenge

I know, I know, it's been forever since I played along in the Blogger's Challenge.  I've missed my creative time but sometimes, life just gets in the way.  I'm glad I've gotten to stamp a couple of times this week.  I've been busy designing classes and camps for you all!  Make sure to check out my upcoming events to see what's in store.

For this challenge, it was an easy one.  The theme was Birthday which is the most popular occasion to send a card according to my poll on the right hand side of this blog.  I chose one of my new stamp sets for this card called "Greenhouse Garden" by Stampin Up.  It's so very pretty and this stamp set really pops because it's a 2 step stampin set.  That means that you stamp one image, then stamp another image on top of it, giving more definition and dimension to the total image.

All product used is Stampin' Up!

Stamp Sets:  Greenhouse Garden #113824, $25.95, pg. 94; Oval All #113790, $16.95, pg. 125; On Your Birthday #111664, $33.95, pg. 139

Inks:  Rich Razzleberry, Ruby Red, Summer Sun, More Mustard, Pumpkin Pie, Really Rust

Cardstock: Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry, Crush Curry

Accessories: Large Oval, Scalloped Oval, Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals.

Hope you like my card.  I'd love to hear your thoughts so feel free to leave a comment!

Need Some Extra Cash? Consider Joining Stampin Up!

Can you use an extra $300, $500, $1000 or more a month?  Need to pay off some of those nagging bills? 

Why not consider joining my team and becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator? 

While anytime is a great time to join the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator, joining during July and August is especially sweet!

Starting your own Stampin' Up! business means free and discounted products, plus a little extra cash--and who couldn't use that?  Plus, from July 15 - August 31, you can become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator for only $85!

The special, limited-time $85 Mini Starter Kit 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

**All products may be substituted for like items; see Mini Starter Kit order form for details.

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! WOW WOW WOW!

The Standard Starter Kit includes 

• Four 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
• Business forms and tools

**All products may be substituted for like items; see  the Standard Starter Kit order form for details.

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!

To sign up, just click here and then click the "Join Now" in the upper right hand corner.  My code is - are you ready for this?  It's "Stampin Up" (without the quotation marks). 

Benefits of Becoming a Demonstrator
Whether you just love to stamp, or you want to grow a successful, thriving business, the Stampin' Up! opportunity is the right fit for you. Stampin' Up! demonstrators enjoy many benefits, with just a few listed below:

• Product discount. Demonstrators get a 20 percent discount on all Stampin' Up! products, including stamp sets, paper, and accessories. It's a great way to support your love of stamping and paper crafting.
• Extra income. You'll earn extra income based on your sales and recruiting--how much extra income is up to you. Maybe you just want enough income to pay the electric bill every month, or maybe your goal is bigger--the monthly payment for your new car--it's your decision! See the Compensation Table for more information.
• Flexible schedule. This is YOUR business, so you can put in as much (or as little) time as you'd like. It's whatever fits YOU!
• Support from me and Stampin' Up! We love our demonstrators and it shows through our demonstrator support materials, including a monthly magazine, workshop ideas, and audio and video trainings on all kinds of topics available on our Demonstrator Web Site.

So what are you waiting for? Contact me TODAY to join the Stampin' Up! family!  You'll be glad you did!

Be among the first 10 to sign up and get a very special gift from me!

Announcing the RemARKable Blog Tour Featuring NEW Stampin' Up! Sets

TODAY IS THE DAY!  TAKE TIME TO:

1. Download the Blog Tour Report, fill it out and send it to me for your chance to win $50 Stampin’ UP! Gift certificate

2. Download the 2009/2010 Catalog Scavenger Hunt (Super fun!) for chances to Win Stampin’ UP! product.  Details for submitting the form are on it - Check Back July 8^th to see if your name is posted as a WINNER!!! 

3. VISIT each of the blogs listed to the right. See what we've got to show you

u4. Consider joining my team and the rest of the RemARKables - Now is the time, especially with the Mini Kit at only $85.  WOW!  Details can be found on the right column of this blog. 

 

5. Check back each day of the tour – we will be posting new samples to tempt, tease, teach and take you on a tour of the new catalog! FUN! FUN! FUN!

6. Make sure you own a copy of the 2009/2010 catalog – if you don’t have one – ask me for one today at StampsNWhatnot@aol.com

PACK YOUR BAGS, GRAB YOUR CATALOG, GRAB A PENCIL and YOUR POST-It notes & let’s start the tour!!

Here's what I've got to show you today: 

  

 All products used are Stampin' Up!

Stamp Sets:  Animal Stories #116716, $15.95, pg.88

Inks:  Chocolate Chip Classic Pad

Paper:  Crushed Curry, Whisper White, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip, Tall Tales DSP

Accessories:  Crushed Curry Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, Dimensionals, 1/8 punch, Ticket Corner Punch, Stampin Write Markers

 

 

Make sure to check back tomorrow.  I'll have something else for you to see!

Until then,

Happy Stampin!

Jeannette Swain

(Stop #17 - now hop on over to Dawn's blog)

Stampin' Up! Still Ranks #1

Once again,Stampin' Up! has been chosen best of show!  For the ninth year in a row, Stampin' Up! has won Creative Keepsakes magazine's coveted Readers' Choice Award for our core product - decorative rubber stamps - as well as the categories of Stamping Inks , Software and Idea Books. Creating Keepsakes calls Stampin' Up! results a "sweep" in these respective categories. Woo hoo!  Interested in shopping for these great products?  Click here to go to my website, then click the "Shop Now" button to start shopping.  Don't forget about Sale-A-Bration and those FREE stamp sets!

During the economic downturn, Stampin' Up! has also seen renewed interest in its direct-sales business opportunity.  Now, during Sale-A-Bration, the kit is on sale, PLUS you get any stamp set in the catalog for free! (Up to $47.95)  That makes the Starter Kit even sweeter!  I can't tell you how nice it is having extra income coming in while having fun at the same time.  I love this job!  Questions?  Contact me.  I'm always happy to help!