I Need You!

I really love what I do and I want to share the same opportunity with you! Did you know that you don't even have to sell anything to join my team? That's right. You don't have to hold workshops or stamp camps either. It is 100% ok to join just for the discount!

There are many crafters that join the SU! family just for the discount. You can choose to work it as a business, or reap the rewards of being a hobbyist. There are many perks to being a demonstrator besides just the 20% discount. Did you know we get an exclusive magazine every month full of wonderful ideas and inspiration? We also get first look and the ability to pre-order new things before the general population. There are annual events you can attend with fellow demonstrators...it's awesome!

If you do like the idea of a little extra income, you can even set goals and possibly earn an expense paid trip! SU! offers two of them each year. :)

Jan 24 - Mar 31, 2012

Now is an excellent time to sign up as a demonstrator! The Standard Starter Kit contains over $345 worth of stamping and business supplies—only $125 during Sale-A-Bration, and receive an extra bonus every month for the rest of the year, free paper or a digital download!!!

More Details

• FREE package of Designer Series Paper ($10.95 or less) or digital download (any price) begins the month after the new demonstrator joins Stampin' Up! 
• New demonstrator may alternate between Designer Series Paper and digital download each month.   
• Demonstrator must remain active during incentive period to be eligible for free items.
• Quarterly sales minimum $300 (every 3 months).
• I support my team 100% with quarterly meetings, emails, and other crafty get-togethers!
• Visit my website or feel free to call me for more information.        (214) 354-7685

Joyous Folds

It's easy to get caught up in the standard card size and fold so I looked for something I hadn't tried before. Behold the joyfold card. I used our new Labels Collection Framelits to give a new shape to one of the layers and I love the result. It came out fabulous!!!

click on any image to see it full size

Here are the basic instructions for making the joyfold card.
Card base: 4-1/4 x 8-1/2 Score at 5-1/2
Inside layer: 2-3/4 x 4 are the original dimensions. To use Framelits see below:

The 4th frame from the center makes the flap that fold over and tucks under the front sentiment.

The DSP layers are as follows:
2 pieces 2-3/4 x 4 (the flap on the left that's part of the card base)
1 piece 4 x 5-1/4 (inside of card)


Stampin' Supplies
Stamps: Elementary Elegance, Fresh Vintage
Paper: Poppy Parade, Lucky Limeade, Everyday Enchantment DSP
Ink: Early Espresso, Lucky Limeade, Poppy Parade, Tea Stain (Distress Essentials Kit)
Other: Aqua Painters, Curly Label Punch, Jewels Basic Rhinestone, Labels Collection Framelits, Stampin' Dimensionals, 1/2" Seam Binding Ribbon (Baja Breeze)
Sale-a-Bration - Spend $50 and earn any of these items for FREE!

sally.stampinup.net

Crafting with the Kids

I had a fun workshop last Saturday for kids and moms to come and craft valentines. The kids were great, the moms we're great, and the cards were great!

I let Sydney and Natalie make their cards about an hour before guests started to arrive so they could spend their time as my assistants and socialize with the other kids. This worked pretty well. They showed off the Big Shot and how to use the Adorning Accents Embossing Folder (the strip of hearts) with it. And they were pretty good about making sure everyone made their card in the right steps to avoid any mistakes.

I had every intention of taking pictures of the kids making their cards. I asked my teen, who was hiding out in another room (on the 'puter in her pjs) if she would be my paparazzi. She declined and I never thought about it again until everyone was gone.

So, since I couldn't let that stop me I decided to take a picture of my girls with their cards and share some cuteness with you...

Ok Natalie, keep your eyes open this time.

Not you, Sydney, that is a silly face. And Nat, your eyes are still squinty.

OK Nat, close your eyes and I'll say when.

OMG, I give up! LOL

We are currently working on Sydney's Valentine box for school. It's a Valentine Village made from milk cartons! I'll share the photos here or on my Facebook page as soon as we finish!

My Digital Studio Express FREE Trial

Our FREE 30-day trial of My Digital Studio Express* is now available. Make sure to get it, and let your friends in on it too! My Digital Studio Express includes one stamp brush set, 12 Designer Series Paper patterns, 81 embellishments, 26 punches, and 5 designer templates. Your 30 day trial period starts as soon as you launch the program. It does not matter when you download the program, your 30 days will start as soon as you actually launch (open) the program.

How do you get it?
You can download the software and access the free trial (item 129600) just as you would a Stampin' Up! digital download or any online purchase. Just visit my online store and there is even a link to the free trial on the upper right.

 

Online Community!

Did you know that MDS has it's own online community? Check it out and be inspired!!! =)

http://mydigitalstudio.net/

 

What do you do once you try it and like it?
Once the 30-day free trial period is over, you can purchase the downloadable or disc version of the software to continue using it. You'll simply open up the trial version you already have on your computer, and will be prompted to enter the product registration key you received after purchasing the software. (You'll receive this key via e-mail if you purchase the downloadable version, and you'll find it along with your shipped software if you purchase the disc version.)  

 

*MDS Express is not the full product version. Click HERE to see what is included.

 

My Digital Studio Features & Benefits

Exclusive Stampin’ Up! Content

• Stampin’ Up! artwork and accessories available in a digital format.
• Stampin’ Up! colors allow for perfect coordination when embellishing professional print projects with traditional embellishments. Add depth and dimension when you combine digital with handcrafted elements.
• With My Digital Studio, your favorite images and colors do not retire—you can keep using them for years to come!

Software & Content Options

• The full version of My Digital Studio includes nearly 2,000 unique elements—stamps, embellishments, designer and photo templates, punches, Designer Series papers, card stock, and more. If you have the Express version you can purchase a booster pack to add additional content found in the full version.
• Intuitive functionality for easy navigation and project creation.
• Automatic photo fill for effortless design.
• Boxed software comes on two DVDs, making installation quick and simple.
• PC and Mac compatible.
• Training and quick start materials available to help you learn more.
• My Digital Studio can be used as a design tool, allowing you to create projects digitally before crafting them with paper.
• My Digital Studio boxed software is competitively priced at $79.95.
• Download the My Digital Studio End User Software License Agreement.

Digital Downloads

• Download new stamp brush sets, embellishments, kits, punches, Designer Series Paper and templates to My Digital Studio on a regular basis.
• Digital downloads are compatible with other design programs.
• Digital downloads feature exclusive Stampin’ Up! artwork and colors.
• Many embellishments are true to size, making it easier to combine digital projects with paper crafting.
• Download the End User License Agreement for Stampin’ Up! Digital Content.

Print

• Professional print service integrated in software, allowing you to order photo albums, calendars, cards, and individual pages.
• Stampin’ Up!’s professional print services ensure that printed colors match with our traditional products. Because personal printers and other print services use different settings, their prints may not match Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive colors.
• Don’t limit yourself to print projects! You can also create digital projects like DVDs, interactive albums, and e-cards.
• rint your projects from your home printer. (Depending on your printer’s settings, printed colors may not match Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive colors.)
• Stampin’ Up!’s professional print services use only the highest quality products— papers and sewn-reinforced album covers (linen, leather, and photo covers).