Sunday 10 January 2016

How to join Stampin' Up!

How does an EXTRA $60 worth of product in your Starter Kit Sound?  If your wish list is as long as your arm, why not consider joining Stampin' Up! during Sale-a-Bration?
You will get 20% discount with every order, and there is no penalty if you decide to leave, you still get to keep the kit. Here are some FAQs for you if you are still on the fence.

FAQ about becoming a demonstrator

1. What are the minimum sales requirements?

You only need to submit $400 in sales per quarter. That is less than an average Stampin’ Up!® workshop! Also, you can submit your sales in any increment you wish and still receive your 20 percent discount and commission.

2. What if I want to do this as a hobby and not necessarily a business?

Stampin’ Up! supports all demonstrators, no matter their goals or the level at which they choose to run their business. If you choose not to hold workshops, you can simply place your own orders and/or collect orders from family and friends to equal the $400 quarterly sales minimum.

3. Can I be my own hostess?

Yes, you can be your own hostess anytime you want. Invite your family and friends into your home and have a workshop. You will be the hostess, receiving the hostess benefits, as well as the demonstrator, receiving your instant income and commission.

4. How much does it cost to get started as a demonstrator?

The Starter Kit is only $169 (postage is included), and is fully customisable. You choose up to $235 worth of any current Stampin’ Up! products and you will also receive a business supplies pack, containing materials you need to run your business (valued at $80).

5. How can I make money as a demonstrator?

You can earn money in three ways: instant income (20 percent of each order), monthly volume rebates (4-15 percent of total sales), and monthly downline override commissions (2 to 6.5 percent of your recruits’ sales).

6. Do I have to recruit other demonstrators?

No. If you were to recruit demonstrators, you would be paid override commissions on your downline’s sales, but this is a perk, not a requirement.

7. Where will I get project ideas for my workshops? What kind of training can I expect?

Stampin’ Up! provides dozens of training resources filled with project ideas and tips to help you run every aspect of your business, including a monthly publication called Impressions®, Demonstrator Support agents, a demonstrator-only website, hundreds of samples, annual and seasonal catalogues, a training DVD, the Demonstrator Manual, and a Product Guide.

8. Is Stampin’ Up! a well-known, respected company?

Since 1988, Stampin’ Up! has been selling rubber stamps and paper-crafting supplies. In that time, not only have they won industry awards and accolades, but also the loyalty and admiration of demonstrators and customers alike. And that is a trend that we work hard to maintain. You can rest assured that the reputation of Stampin’ Up! will only continue to improve!

9. What if I decide that I don’t like it once I’ve started? Will I be penalised if I quit?

You may choose to stop at anytime, and you will not be penalized. You simply stop placing orders. However, there are many benefits to remaining an active demonstrator.

                                                      TO JOIN click HERE

Wednesday 6 January 2016

Absolute Best Time of Year To Join Stampin' Up!

It is the best time of year during Sale-A-Bration to join Stampin' Up!
Become a demonstrator for only $169 and choose $295 worth of products in your kit ( that's an extra $60 more product than usual).


The kit is completely customisable, so you can choose these suggested items or make up your own list to the same value.



Get $60 MORE in your starter kit when you join during Sale-A-Bration!
 To quickly and easily sign up online and to become a member of Team Aussie Stampers, our fun, friendly and fabulous group of demonstrators and hobbyists,
If you have any questions, you can  email me at vicki.mccarthy@live.com.au 



You may choose to stop at anytime, and you will not be penalized. You simply stop placing orders. However, there are many benefits to remaining an active demonstrator.

Soaring High. Stampin' Up! Australian Demonstrator.



This card was made using one of the FREE stamp sets in the Sale-A-Bration brochure (with purchase of $90 or more). Sky is the Limit. #141282Wood, #141349Clear.
Here are the supplies you will need to complete this project.


Stamps
• Sky is the Limit Stamp Set

Paper
• Soft Sky and Whisper White Cardstock
• Shine On Specialty Designer Series Paper

Ink
• Bermuda Bay, Crumb Cake, and Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pads® 

Stampin’ Up! Accessories
• Bermuda Bay 1/8” Stitched Ribbon
• Silver Sequin Trim
• Linen Thread
• Stampin’ Dimensionals®
• Handheld Stapler
• Silver Mini Staples
• Stamp-a-ma-jig®

Vellum Glimmer Butterfly Card. New Catalogue. Stampin' Up! Australia



Sometimes a small card can pack a big punch. Bling, pearls, vellum and 4 different ink colours come together beautifully in this tiny gem, which was inspired by a sample on page 10 of the new Occasions Catalogue.
This  3 x 3 card has it's own little vellum envelope, created with one of the free products in the Sale-A Bration catalogue, Botanical Gardens Designer Vellum Stack #141019.
The Number of Years Bundle #140811, and the Blushing Bride Glimmer Paper #140550 are from the new Occasions Catalogue.
Ink colours used were Blushing Bride, Strawberry Slush, Pool Party and Wild Wasabi.
The measurements for the vellum envelope (using the Envelope Punch Board) are, cut your vellum to 5/1/4" x 5 1/4" ( 13.3cm x 13.3cm), use one of the leftover pieces for your card, and your first score line is at 2 5/8" ( 6.7cm ).


Tuesday 5 January 2016

FREE Kit for my customers. Stampin' Up! Australia



I am giving away this free kit for anyone who orders from my store during January.
Remember not to hit the "no contact" button when you place your order, so that I can post your kit out to you.

Monday 4 January 2016

Sale-A-Bration is On! JOIN Stampin' Up! Australia for $60 more product in your starter kit.



 Been thinking of joining my team? Join during Sale-A-Bration and you’ll get even MORE free product credit in your Starter Kit. Click below for details! 

http://su-media.s3.amazonaws.com/media/catalogs/Sale-A-Bration%202016/20151005_SAB16_Core_eng-SP.pdf
                                             



                                                    
                                                      Brand New Occasions Catalogue. See It Now!

Sunday 3 January 2016

Kind Koala Gift Bag.

              This adorable gift bag uses markers to colour the "Colour me irresistible" DSP,
                               and the Kind Koala stamp #134360, both available in the store.

Friday 1 January 2016

Bird on a Wire, Stampin' Up! Style. 2 Versions.


I love finding new ways to use old favourites. I originally made many traditional cards using the bird builder punch, then decided I wanted something modern with a silhouette feel. I bent the Bordering Blooms Photopolymer stamp (it's easy to bend these into different shapes when placing them on your acrylic block)   and used a sentiment from the Tin of Cards stamp set. I cut 2.5cm off the bottom of the card to minimise the negative space, then rounded the bottom corners. Daffodil Delight and Basic black work well together, don't you think?

This card was even simpler, I used melon mambo card and rounded the bottom corners, and used the stamp from Age Awareness . I drew a curved line using the brush tip of a Basic Black marker to sit the little bird on.