$25 Special Starter Kit available for 4 more days

If you have been considering the $25 Special Starter Kit, this is just a reminder that you have 4 more days to purchase it.

Here is some information for you on the reasons it may work for you:

Dates: October 7-21, 2013

The Fine Print:

• This offer is only good for two weeks, so take advantage of it right away!
• During this offer, only the special $25 starter kit will be available; the regular $125  starter kit will not be available. The $25 Starter Kit includes
  • $26.95 worth of Stampin' Up! product (it must be more than $25, but not more than $26.95 before tax)
  • Business pack which includes
    • A box of annual catalogues
    • A package of the current seasonal catalogue
    • Getting Started DVD
    • Order Forms
    • Customer postcards

First Order Perks

If you place your first order of at least $200 within 30 days of your start date, you can:

• choose any stamp set from the 2013-2014 annual catalogue (redeemable with your first demonstrator order in December).**This perk is only available to those who sign up between October 7-21.
• receive 30% instant income (discount) on your first order and all eligible hostess benefits.

This is a very good deal for those of you who have a big wish list.  After you get this inexpensive starter kit, you will be able to plan your first order, on which you will save 30% (instead of the regular 20% discount).  That's a great thing since we're coming up to the holiday season and you can plan your projects and even gifts for people!  

You sign up ONLINE for the Starter Kit.  Just follow the link above to my Demonstrator Website.  Once there you will click on JOIN NOW and then just follow the steps and you're done.  It's quick and easy!  

I have already had quite a number of people take advantage of this offer.  Have fun making your wish list!  

$25 Starter Kit!

Hi everyone,

For the next two weeks, you can purchase a SPECIAL Starter Kit for only $25!

You can select between $25 and $26.95 worth of products for only $25.  You get business supplies for free.

Your first order (of at least $200) after signing up is 30% off so it's a great way to plan some upcoming holiday projects and save some money!  That $200 order also gets you $35 of FREE Hostess picks, so it's an awesome deal!!!

Guess what else?  (This extra deal is ONLY for people who sign up during this two week period...)  When you place your first order of $200, you will earn a FREE stamp set of your choice from the Annual Catalogue.  You redeem this free set with your first order placed in December (that order can be less than $200 but that's when you get to redeem the free set).

I can help you figure all that out, but it's a great way to get the Starter Kit and then plan your 30% off order!  :)

You sign up ONLINE through my Demonstrator Website (link above).  It's quick and easy!

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions and want to sign up!
Andra

September "Best of 25 Years" Stamp Set

Best of...Autumn!

Autumn is my favourite season.  Stampin' Up! put a great set together for us this month!  I especially love that little image with the rake learning against the tree.  That was from "A Tree for All Seasons".  So sweet!

I am placing my next order on September 5 if you want to purchase anything!

Enjoy your day,
Andra

ps - This is the LAST day for the Starter Kit +Pick a Kit promotion AND the Paper Pumpkin promotion.  Don't miss out if you are interested in them!!

Another Thank You and...a stamp camp!!!

Good morning everyone!

Here is the latest "Simply See-Through" Photopolymer Stamp set from Stampin' Up!  It is a very useful set and because of the Photopolymer, you'll get perfect placement when you stamp these greetings!

Scroll down for more info about a (gasp!) stamp camp coming up soon!

And now, some very big news!  I'm going to have a Stamp Camp!  Yep, you read that correctly!  I know I haven't had one in a very long time, but I've decided it's time.  Actually, I have plans for two classes in September, but I'll start with this one:


"Magnificent Maple and More" Stamp Camp
- Friday, September 13 - starting at 6:30
- cost is $22 (could be $25 if we make 5 cards instead of 4 - I'll update this when I decide)
- You will make 4 (or 5) autumn-ish cards AND you will receive the Magnificent Maple stamp from the Holiday Catalogue (you will use it for 2 (or 3) of the cards the Class)
- I will provide refreshments!
- It will be fun!  :)

Pre-payment is not necessary, but if you need to cancel, I ask that you still buy the Magnificent Maple stamp from me ($14.00) since I have to pre-order them.  You may pay for the class with cash, cheque or an instant bank transfer.

I have room for 14 people to attend this class.  I will make a wait list in case people cancel.

Please email me at adonbrook@mac.com to register for the class.  Registration deadline is August 31 so I have time to order the stamps for you!  :)


* The other class I am planning is a fabulous project-based class and I'll give you details soon! *


Oh yes, a few other reminders:

1) You have until August 31 to take advantage of the Starter Kit +KIT add on deal.  Great new products!  Check out the Holiday Catalogue - if your wish list is big, consider the Starter Kit as a way to save some money!

2) You have until August 31 to take advantage of the 1/2 price Paper Pumpkin deal.  It's so much fun to get the kits in the mail each month!  I know you'll enjoy them!

Scroll down through my website to see details on both of these deals.

Have a delightful day!
Andra

Starter Kit gift from ME!

Hi friends,

I know people sometimes like to SEE a free gift before they get it, so here's a sneak peek at a few of the items I have FOR THE NEXT PERSON WHO PURCHASES THE STARTER KIT!

There is a Starter Kit promotion right now.  You get to choose a FREE extra "kit" along with your Starter Kit!  Check out my recent blog entry by clicking here.

As an added bonus, I bought a few extras of some exclusive Stampin' Up! merchandise.  Here are some of the items that I will give to the next person who purchases the Starter Kit:

A beautiful keychain, commemorating Stampin' Up!'s 25th Anniversary!!

One of these fun charm bracelets!

1 bottle of IN COLOUR nail polish (your choice!)!!

This fabulous cell phone cover (or you can put other stuff like your glasses in it if you want...)

Contact me if you're interested in purchasing the Starter Kit!  It's a GREAT price and there is no "catch" - I promise!

Have a lovely day,
Andra

ps - my next order date is August 5 if you're interested in purchasing anything (the Holiday Catalogue is in effect tomorrow - August 1!!!)

Starter Kit + Pick a Kit offer!

Hiya,

Between now and August 31 there is a special offer if you'd like to purchase the Starter Kit...you get to choose a FREE bundle of products to go with your kit!!!  Yay!!

The Starter Kit is only $125 and you get SO MUCH with it!  You get to choose $155 worth of product for that price (so you're already getting a big discount) and from now until August 31, you get to choose a free kit of products!!

I have a special gift for the first person who signs up with this promotion... special, exclusive Stampin' Up! Convention goodies JUST FOR YOU!!

You can purchase the Starter Kit through my Demonstrator Website.  Just follow the link (look above!!) to that site.  It's quick, easy and an inexpensive way for you to get new products from the new catalogue!  PLUS, three of the four kits are from the UPCOMING Holiday Catalogue so you can get brand spankin' new products too!

There is only 1 tax (not both!) on the kit and NO SHIPPING Fee!  There is no other way to save so much money so if you're interested, do contact me!

If you purchase the kit now, you can choose from the regular catalogue and the clearance rack, but if you wait until August 1, you can also choose from the Holiday Catalogue!  It all depends on your wish list.  If you want a copy of the Holiday Catalogue, let me know - I have lots on hand!

I have ideas from Convention for each of the kits (really great one with the Thanksgiving kit!!) that I will share with you, so you just can't go wrong!!

Check out the flyer below, but you can also see the information on my Business website (link ABOVE!)

Have a perfect day,
Andra

ps - my next order is July 30.  Contact me by 6:00 if you want to place an order!

More Photopolymer Stamp Sets!

Stampin' Up! has released two more Photopolymer Stamp Sets.  People seem to be having so much fun with these since they are completely clear and are flexible - so you can curve the shapes a bit if you want.
Here are the most recent two Photopolymer Stamp Sets, Show & Tell 1 and 2:

Stampin' Up! has designed an online class that you can purchase either as a bundle with these two stamp sets (save 15% on the purchase of all three) or on it's own to show the versatility of using Photopolymer Stamps.  Please see the information below:

Information from the website:

Our online class-Seeing the Possibilities (item 134532 or as a bundle with the two stamp sets 134533)-provides all the basics you need to make the most of our newest photopolymer stamp offerings: Show & Tell 1 and 2 Stamp Sets. Take this class to discover how quickly and easily you can line up the stamped images for precision placement, achieve just the right ink coverage, combine images together exactly where you want them.well you get the idea. The possibilities are endless!

Divided into six PDF documents, this class includes written instructions, step-out photos, instructional videos, and supply lists for 15 projects.

The following topics are covered in the class:

• Backgrounds
• Building
• Layering
• Versatility
• Gift Giving
• Memory Keeping

Tomorrow I will share some projects made with the four Photopolymer Stamp Sets that Stampin' Up! is currently selling.  They are fun to use!

Have a lovely day,
Andra

ps - don't forget to contact me by THURSDAY at noon with your last order for retiring products and Spring Catalogue products.  That's also the last day of the current Starter Kit promotion.  Also, if you want to purchase any of my New Catalogue shares, May 30 is my preferred order date.  June 5 is the final date to let me know.

May 30 is a big day!

Hi everyone,


I just want to remind you that the current Catalogue will no longer be in effect as of May 31.  My LAST ORDER date with the current catalogue will be THURSDAY, MAY 30. You need to contact me by NOON that day with your order.  That is the LAST iorder date for retiring stamp sets and accessories.  This is ALSO the last order date for the fabulous products in the Spring Catalogue.  Make sure you check through that book to make sure you have purchased the items you love!  (I will be getting more of the bottle caps, Sunshine and Sprinkles DPS and Flower trim for sure!!)

The good news is that I'm giving 20% off everything you order for that order date because it falls during my birthday week!  YAY for you!  I'm happy to share a birthday treat with all of you.  

So, anyone who places an order (no, this does NOT include Shares) between today and NOON on May 30 will receive 20% off their entire order.  :)  Happy shopping!!!

May 30 is ALSO the last day to purchase the Starter Kit for $125 and receive an EXTRA $40 worth of products (so you'll receive $195 of products of YOUR choice for only $125!  (you always get $155 or products for $125, but until May 30 it's $40 MORE!) )  It's a GREAT way to get new products (you'll be able to get the SNEAK PEEK things as part of your starter kit)!  Contact me with any questions you have.  I'm happy to help!

I'm really excited to get this new catalogue into your hands.  I have several boxes of them here and so if you're interested in having one of your own, please contact me!!  It is a wonderful new Catalogue, chocked full of fabulous ideas for you to try!

Have a wonderful day,
Andra

Some of my favourite Retiring items...

Hi everyone,

I've been super busy lately and haven't posted a lot!  Sorry about that!

Well, for today's post, I thought I would list ten of my favourite retiring accessories.  I have checked to make sure that they are all still available in case you want to purchase them before they are gone!

I am placing an order on WEDNESDAY (May 15) so contact me by noon if you want anything.  My next order will be at the end of May.

Click here to view the Retiring Lists via my business website.

In no particular order, here are ten of my favourite retiring accessories:

* Stampin' Up! fabric
I do not sew, nor do I even own a sewing machine, but I have used my Big Shot to cut out fabric flowers to make magnets and pins.  I also used strips of fabric instead of DSP or ribbon on cards.  I LOVE that the Stampin' Up fabric coordinates with our DSP designs and colours.  I love the quality of the fabric and it's a GREAT price because it's all around 40% off right now.

* Shimmer Paint
I love the Shimmer Paint.  The Platinum, Frost White and Champagne are all still available on the retiring list. I use the Frost White a lot.  I mix a few drops of it into a small spray bottle and add some rubbing alcohol to it to make a shimmer spray.  I made the Dressed Up Birthday kit cards (ANOTHER GREAT PRODUCT) the other day and I sprayed them with the same mixture but with Champagne Shimmer paint.  It added a soft, warm vintage-y looking glow to the cards.  Great product!

* Paper holders
You know, I think I like ORGANIZING my craft stuff as much as I like USING it!  I do love the 8 1/2x11 and the 12x12 paper holders.  I bought several more of each size so I could store my retired DSP, my sheets of chipboard, my "kits" and more.  They are very thick plastic and really durable.  I think I might get 2 more of the 12x12 size just in case...  :)

* Holiday Ornaments Framelits Dies
WHAT!?!?  They updated the retired accessories list since the last time I looked and they included the Cannery dies, the Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder and the Holiday Ornaments Framelits dies from the Holiday Catalogue.  I really love all three of those products, but the Holiday Ornaments will be missed. I shall hold on to them and the coordinating stamp set (which is still available to buy right now as a carry over from the Holiday catalogue).

* Fancy Favour BIGZ XL die
I HAD to have this BIGZ XL die as soon as it was released several years ago.  It's a great sized box.  It holds 3x3 card sets, chocolates, little gifties.  You can cut them out of so many different materials!  I do love it.  I will MISS it!

* Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder
I love embossing folders.  I have all of Stampin' Up!'s folders and will NOT be parting with them - even if they retire!  I do love the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder.  It is classy, vintage-y and adds such a lovely accent in seconds!

* Scallop Envelope BIGZ die
I do like this die.  I don't use it often, but I will NOT be parting with it.  It's a sweet little envelope that is perfect for little lunch notes for your children or for adding ticket stubs, journalling, etc to scrapbooks or your "This and That" journal.

* Designer Buttons
I love the current button designs and will miss them.  I love buttons!  I'm happy that buttons do not take up much space because I HOARD them!!!

* Lucky Limeade
This is a retiring colour that I love.  In fact, I wrote in three cards this past weekend - one for my Grandpa's birthday (turned 88 today!), one for my Mom and one for my Grandma for Mother's Day.  ALL THREE cards used Lucky Limeade.  I thought that was kind of funny considering I did not make them all this past week.  I do love this colour and will miss it (although I LOVE the new colours)!!

* Comfort Cafe DSP
I love all DSP, but I really do like this package.  I love Autumn - it is my favourite season.  I love the way this DSP mixes colours like Cajun Craze, Midnight Muse and Summer Starfruit.  I love that it has Masculine designs and super feminine florals.  Some designs are kind of funky, while others are quite traditional.  It's a great pack!  Some of my other favourites are Storytime and Twitterpated.  Stampin' Up! always has great DSP.

Tomorrow I will list ten of my favourite retiring stamp sets.  They don't sell out until the end of May, so you'll be able to get them right until the end.  The accessories, on the other hand, sell out based on availability, so it's always hard to know when that will be.

Have a wonderful night!
Andra

ps - I have product shares coming up - watch for DSP, ribbon and accessory shares for the new catalogue!  It's a GREAT way to test new products without "breaking the bank".  Details will come soon!

ps - don't forget about the amazing starter kit deal on right now!  You get $195 of product for only $125!  Super great deal!  Contact me if you're interested!  :)

More about the Spring Starter Kit deal

Hi,
I have been thinking about the announcement that came out yesterday (scroll down to previous blog entry) about the Spring Starter Kit deal.

The deal began yesterday, but I STRONGLY recommend you wait until at least April 24 to take advantage of it.  WHY???  I'll tell you:

1) On April 24 the retiring stamp set list comes out.  That means you'll either be able to GET or AVOID retiring stamp sets (depending on what you want to do!) as part of your Starter Kit!

2)  On April 24, Demonstrators get a chance to purchase SNEAK PEEK items from the upcoming catalogue!  That means you can get some UPCOMING items as part of your Starter Kit!  That even includes some new colour products!  YAY!

3)  On your first order within the first 60 days of purchasing the Starter Kit, you get an extra 10% discount (30% total) SO that means that you'll be able to use that extra with a NEW catalogue order as of June 1!  That'll be an extra nice discount once the new catalogue begins!

Anyway, that also gives you more time to consider this amazing deal!  There is no pressure to do it, but there really is no downside, so feel free to ask me any questions you have!

Enjoy your evening,
Andra

Spring Starter Kit bonus!

Well, this is nice news!  From today until May 30, the Starter Kit includes $40 MORE product for FREE!  The Starter Kit is only $125 and you'll get $195 worth of Stampin' Up! products!  YAY!

It is a great deal ALWAYS, but this makes it extra good!  Please contact me if you have any questions or want to sign up for the Starter Kit!  It's quick and easy with no catch - I promise!!!  :)

Have a delightful day,
Andra

Ears to you!

Ears to You is a really cute single stamp you can purchase from Stampin' Up!.

It comes in clear mount and costs $8.95 (132659).

I have found so many great projects using this set.  Here are some of them!

You can do so much with these sweet bunnies - you can make them all the same colour, different colours, cut them out, emboss them, sponge around them to make them stand out.  It's amazing how such a simple image can look so different depending on how you play with it.

I'm inspired to go and play!  Hope you are!

By the way - I am on Pinterest and have a few Boards called "card ideas" and "craft ideas" and I do pin a lot of Stampin' Up! projects on them.  You're welcome to check them out.  I'm on Pinterest as Andra McLeod Donbrook, or pinterest.com/adonbrook.  I'm not on Pinterest a lot, but I do find absolutely great ideas on there!

Have a fabulous day!
Andra

ps - Don't forget, there are only 13 days left in Sale-a-Bration 2013.  I'll be placing an order on March 21 as the LAST Sale-a-Bration order date.  Check your wish lists and stock of supplies and let me know if you need anything!

Also, that means the Starter Kit deal is only on until March 22 also - You can get $194 worth of product for only $125! It's a deal that can't be missed!  I've had a few people take advantage of it so far this SAB period and they are very happy with all the products they have received (not to mention MY gift to them - a package of 25 Stampin' Up! products!!!)

March "Best of 25 Years" stamp set

The March "Best of 25 Years" Stamp set will surely get you ready for Spring!

Best of...Flowers!

Please contact me by 6:00 pm on Tuesday, March 5 if you'd like to order this set or anything else in the next little while.  There is so much to remember right now.  Here are some quick reminders of all the new stuff.  You can look back through my website for information about all of these promotions.  

- Best of 25 Years clear mount stamp sets: Birthdays (132929), Love (132987) or Flowers (133342).  

- Brand new "Designer Typeset" Photopolymer Stamp set (132956 - 16.95)

- Sent with Love Stamp set, DSP or bundle (see previous posting)

- Downloadable "The Basics" Stamp Class by Stampin' Up! (133385 - 17.95)

- Single Stamps assortment 3 or 4 (see previous postings)

- Dude!  You're Welcome stamp set and kit (132807 - 30.95)

- Paper Pumpkin (order online through www.mypaperpumpkin.com)

- 25% MORE in the Starter Kit until March 22!  (order online through my business website - link above)

Remember that' it's Sale-a-Bration until March 22, so for every $60 you order, you get a free item!  YAY!!!

Have a lovely day,

Andra

Sale-a-Bration Starter Kit deal!

It's always a great time to take advantage of Stampin' Up!'s Starter Kit.  You can completely customize your kit (choose whatever products you want!) and you order it online (through my business website) and there is NO shipping cost and there is only 1 tax on the price of your kit!

It's a great and inexpensive way to begin stamping or add to supplies you already have.  Although you technically become a "Demonstrator" when you purchase the Starter Kit, there is NO OBLIGATION to continue as an active Demonstrator. There is NO PENALTY if you NEVER place another order.

There is NO DOWNSIDE to getting it!  In fact, right now, during Sale-a-Bration, there is a 25% bonus of product in the Starter Kit at no extra charge!

Usually the Starter Kit costs you $125 and you get to choose $155 of product, however, until March 22, the Starter Kit will still cost $125, but you'll get to choose $194 worth of product!!!  (25% more)

It's a great deal!  Contact me to ask more questions or find out how to take advantage of it!

gift from ME: Anyone who signs up through me by March 22 will receive a gift package of 25 Stampin' Up! products put together by me!  YAY!!

Go through the catalogue and see what your wish list looks like...if it's over $125 worth of products, you may want to consider this option.  There are other great benefits to purchasing the Starter Kit, so please contact me with any questions you have!

Have a great day,
Andra