John put out a video on "Should I charge for my Workshops?".  Here's the link if you are interested in viewing it: http://stampingismybusiness.typepad.com/blog/2012/03/video-should-i-charge-for-workshops.html A follow up message from John that you may also be interested in reading ~~Rachel A Heartbreaking E-Mail (Video Follow-Up) Well, yesterday's video on 'Should I Charge For Workshops?' struck a nerve with many of you. I received a lot of e-mails from stamping business owners who… Read More »

Only 8 days left!

Hi Stampers Don't forget about my blog candy – it ends Friday, 23 March 2012.  All you have to do is leave a comment on any post regarding your best St Patrick's Day memory and your name will be entered to win a $25.00 gift certificate from me for Stampin' Up! products. Speaking of Stampin' Up! products – How would you like to enjoy access to exclusive papercrafting resources, the… Read More »

Upcoming Webinar: Fundraisers with Sherri PetersMarch 22, 2012 Join Sherri Peters and Carrie Cudney on Wednesday, March 28 at 6:00 PM (MT) for an exciting webinar! Sherri has discovered something that works great for her business–fundraisers! She'll share her tips, and you'll have the opportunity to ask your questions. Fresh from a presentation at Leadership 2012, Sherri is excited to share her knowledge and enthusiasm with you. Click here to… Read More »

You’re My Type

Hi Stampers I made today's card for our Real Estate Agent.  He gave us a beautiful set of monogram towels as a housewarming gift.  I used the You're My Type Stamp Brush Set for this card.  Vintage typewriters are hip–and so is this retro-themed, seven-piece stamp set. Sentiments rendered in a classic, typewriter font fit perfectly on the typewriter "page." Coordinates with our nostalgiac Attic Boutique product suite. The DSP… Read More »

Shoguns

Hi Stampers Last night we took a break from unpacking and took my daughter and her son to dinner at Shoguns for making straight A's during the last semester. I am so proud of both of them.  My daughter is married with 3 children, works and is attending college.  I don't know how she can keep up with everything someone in her position has to do and still make straight… Read More »

Petite Purse Bigz Die: How do you keep the patterned DSP Straight?

This information is from Sandy Hancock.  I thought you might be interested in how to place the DSP on the die to get the pattern straight! ~~Rachel This new product will be available to the general public on April 1-31st. This adorable little purse/ favor is about 2 1/2" wide at the bottom x 2" high. I couldn't wait until then to give other demonstrators the "how to" on getting… Read More »

Chateau Bella

Hi stampers   I love the name of this stamp brush set -  It's called Chateau Bella!  Our lovely 20-piece Chateau Bella Stamp Brush Set conjures a soft countryside feel. The beautiful artwork is perfect for accents, borders, or frames on cards or pages. Also includes pieces perfect for tags. Based on retired Chateau Bella Rub-Ons.   I paired it with the Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper from the Sale-a-bration Mini… Read More »

It’s time for some blog candy!

Hi stampers! It's time for some more blog candy!  I'm giving away a $25.00 gift certificate for Stampin' Up! Products.  I'll pay shipping and taxes.  All you have to do is leave a comment on any blog post until 23 March 2012.  Tell me your favorite or memorable St Patrick's Day experience. My first date with my husband was on 17 March 1972 – 40 years ago.  Though we dated… Read More »

Only Two Weeks Left to Sale-A-Brate! March 15, 2012 The first eight weeks of Sale-A-Bration have been a great success, and we've already heard from many of you that your customers are loving this year's Sale-A-Bration offering, including a FREE package of Designer Series Paper or digital download each month for the rest of 2012 for joining Stampin' Up! But remember, Sale-A-Bration isn't just for your customers and hostesses–it's for… Read More »

Girl’s Night Out!

Join a Stamping C-L-U-B It’s already March, and New Year’s eve (and maybe your resolutions) is quickly becoming a distant memory. But don’t despair! What better time to rededicate yourself to a new start than spring – the epitome of fresh starts! And what better way to get yourself back into stamping then by starting a club. Get your girl friends together once a month and make a commitment to… Read More »