Be My Valentine

Hi Stampers Did I not tell you the Occasions Mini was the most fantastic mini catalog to date!  I love the way it's broken down into product suites! Twitterpated Product Suite Attic Bouquet Product Suite (MY FAVORITE!!!!) Sweet Shop Product Suite So which product suite is your favorite? For today's card, I used the Hearts Collection Framelits Dies.  There are six dies that layer together with the largest being 5 1/4" and it coordinates… Read More »

FREE WEBINAR – How To Make 2012 Your Best Year Ever!

 How To Make 2012 Your BEST YEAR EVER! Free Webinar! Have you made any of the following New Year's Resolutions for your stamping business: This is the year I get paid what I deserve! This is the year I really grow my downline! This is the year I make the shift from hobbyist to business owner! This is the year I start to run my business… and stop letting my… Read More »

Occasions Mini is live!

Hi Stampers The 2012 Occasions Mini is live.  There are so many things I love, love in the Occasions Mini Catalog.  to me it screams Shabby Chic and you know how much I love Shabby Chic!  But not only that, with Valentine's Day just around the corner, you'll find many sets and accessories perfect for that occasion.  The PS I Love You, Bordering on Romance, Loving Thoughts and Take It to Hearthave… Read More »

What’s going on in your head?

 First and foremost, HOW you think about recruiting is going to go a long way to how much you actually put into your recruiting efforts. Since the "how much" is the most important consideration… and how you think about recruiting has a direct bearing on that… we have to start here. So, let me put the question to you: What exactly do you think you're doing when you recruit? When… Read More »

Rachel Sweet Valentine & FSOTM Winner!

Hi Stampers I decided to play today with My Digital Studio.  I purchased the Sweetest Ever Valentine's Designer Template last week when it was released by Stampin' UP!.  When I was looking for it on the My Digial Studio, I came across a template that was perfect to convert to a Valentine's Day scrapbook page.  I don't remember purchasing it but it might have been as part of a package.  … Read More »

Sweet Centers Card Kit Tutorial

Hi Stampers It’s fun to celebrate the sweet people in our lives! You can share your love on Valentine’s Day or anytime of the year with these extra sweet cards. Fill the Treat Cups with small candy, punched hearts, mini toys or even jewelry, like our Simply Adorned charms.  Purchase this kit and you’ll have a sweet time making these cards and matchbook treat and have the perfect cards for the… Read More »

Thank You!

Hi Stampers As we close out 2011, I wanted to thank each and everyone for making this year my most successful one to date as a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.  Whether it was to gain inspiration from my blog or purchase from my store or to attend my classes, I appreciate all of you!  I made today's card using My Digital Studio and printed it out on Whisper White Card Stock.  I searched… Read More »

Rue Des Fleurs

Hi Stampers I love the shabby chic look.  I was wondering where the term came from and looked it up on Wikipedia:  Shabby chic is a form of interior design where furniture and furnishings are either chosen for their age and signs of wear and tear or new items are distressed to achieve the appearance of an antique. At the same time, a soft, minimalistic, and feminine feel is emphasized to… Read More »

How To Drive Traffic To Your Blog

So you've got a great blog going now with several articles and killer content. Trouble is, you don't know if anyone is reading it besides your mom. You feel like you're writing to yourself most of the time and that's not what you want. You want to sell an affiliate product or make money on ads or something! Start taking steps now to drive traffic to your blog and soon… Read More »

And the Blitz continues!

Hi Stampers Stampin' UP! has added more items to the clearance rack!  With Valentine's Day just around the corner, these items will get you started on your Valentine projects (and save you money too!) Can you believe the savings? Love Impressions Specialty Designer Series Paper 121780  Price $4.79 – Original Price $11.95 Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon 109052 Price $3.19 – Original Price $7.95 Love Impressions Rub-Ons – 121886 Price… Read More »