Stamp Crazy Girl

More Build a Bear Sweetness!

Can you tell I am excited about the new Build a Bear line by Stampin' Up?  As a demonstrator I get to pre-order items, and I think I ordered almost everything from pages 34-37 in the Holiday Mini Catalog.  (Yes - that is the Build a Bear Workshop section!)

Two more sweet samples:

#118052 Beary Best Friends stamp set

 #117977 Stampin' Up Bear Bigz die $23.95, #117978 Stampin Up Beary Essentials Bigz Die $23.95, #118050 Beary Nice Wishes

Ordering period for the Holiday Mini Catalog begins tomorrow!  :)

The Tale of Two Scrapbook Crops

Just wanted to share some information about two upcoming events on Saturday, September 12th.  One crop is at St. Peter's Church in Topeka, KS, and the other is at Hampshire Club House in Shawnee, KS.  And I committed to both groups to attend and offer a free class.  Oops!  I thought one was the 12th and was the 19th, but I was so very wrong.  So I'm going to be at one in the morning and one in the afternoon.  Should work out fine despite the distance between the two - about an hour.  :)

If you are in the Topeka area, you will want to contact Marvene DeVader at 785-986-6685 to register for the Omicron Zeta Sorority Beneft Crop at the St. Peter's United Methodist Church from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.  The fee is $25 and includes food and door prizes.  Plus, I'll have a display and offering a FREE class! 

If you are in the Kansas City area, then you'll want to contact Anita Yarbrough at 913-441-6041to sign up for the Kappa Gamma's Chop, Chop, It's Time to Crop event.  They will be at the Hampshire Club House from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.  Cost is $25 and includes food and door prizes, also.  And you'll see my and my stuff and get to take my free class.  :)

Hope you can make one of these events - both benefit local charities!

Build a Bear Coming September 1st!

The Holiday Mini Catalog will make its debut on September 1st.  If you haven't received your copy in the mail by then, be sure to check it out on my website at www.shellymay.stampinup.net.  You won't be disappointed!  There are three new exciting lines that are showcased in the mini:  Simply Adorned Jewelry, My Digital Studio, and Build a Bear! 

NOTE:  Simply Adorned and My Digital Studio are not yet available.  Please watch for the announcements on their availability.

The Build a Bear line includes:  3 stamp sets!  4 Bigz dies! 2 Sizzlits! 2 Embosslits! and 1 package of Designer Series papers specially designed for Build a Bear clothing and accessories!  My 9 year old daughter and I are already playing with these fun new toys - her favorite is the Big Shot dies.  :)

Check out these fabulous samples:

 #118054 Seal of Pawthenticity $9.95, #117981 Beary Boy Sizzlit $5.95, #118060 Pawsitively Prints Designer Series Papers $9.95, #117977 Bear Bigz Die $23.95, #117978 Beary Essentials $23.95

 #118050 Beary Nice Wishes $16.95, #118060 Pawsitively Prints Designer Series Papers $9.95, #118052 Beary Best Friends $18.95

 

#117977 Bear Bigz Die $23.95, #117978 Beary Essentials $23.95, #118060 Pawsitively Prints Designer Series Papers $9.95

 

#117977 Stampin' Up Bear $23.95, #117978 Beary Essentials $23.95, #117982 Beary Girl Sizzlit

All of these items are available to order on September 1st!  Call or email me with your order or order directly online on my website.  www.shellymay.stampinup.net. 

Spooky Fun with Halloween Frights!

Halloween Frights Mini Stamp Camp

Friday, September 11th

6:30-8:30 PM

10438 Edgehill Drive, Edwardsville

 

v Fee is $20 and includes:

v the Halloween Frights stamp set ($15.95 value)

v 4 stamping projects

v Door prizes!!! 

v Specials!!!

 

Only your payment reserves your spot!  RSVP/payment must be received by August 31^st.  Kits are available for those who cannot attend in person.  Additional shipping charges apply if I need to mail it to you. 

 

Hope you can join me for some spooky Halloween fun!!!  Register a friend and get a special gift box from me!

 

Shelly May, Manager

(913)441-6509

shellyluvsstamps@earthlink.net

www.shellymay.stampinup.net

www.stampcrazygirl.typepad.co

Gettin' Ready for Fall, Y'all!

If you've been following me on Facebook, then you know that I'm still experiencing computer issues.  I know I am struggling with this more than the average person because my goal is to spend less time on the computer.  And lately I feel as if I have been chained to it... ugh!

Soooo... I've decided to post some cards from Stampers Showcase that are very soothing and remind me that we are getting ready for my favorite time of year in Kansas... FALL!  :)  And yes, my favorite Stampin' Up color family is Earth Elements. 

Enjoy!  And if you aren't following me on Facebook yet, go to www.facebook.com/pages/shelly-may-stampin-up-demonstrator/ and become a fan.  I'm getting ready to give away a set of cards to one lucky fan.  :-)

#114312 Peace Within $22.95

 

#115456 Pendant Park $23.95

 

#115452 Autumn Days $23.95

Don't miss my Autumn Days Stamp Camp on Saturday, October 3rd from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Bonner Springs Baptist Church.  Your $30 camp fee includes the Autumn Days Stamp Set, six stamping projects, door prizes, demonstrations, and MORE.  Only your payment reserves your spot and must be received by September 23rd.  Kits are available for those who cannot attend - just contact me for more information. 

More Cuteness from the Just For Kids Campaign

I absolutely love the Growing Up section in our Idea Book & Catalog!  The following samples are from sets featured in this section, pages 74-90 in your catty.  :)

 #115293 Lots of Bots $19.95

 

#115173 Extreme Surfboard $8.95

 

#113810 Greetings, Earthlings $21.95

 

#115181 Extreme Elements $26.95

 

#115179 Extreme Skateboard $8.95

When you purchase $35 in stamp sets from this section of the catalog, you get a package of Designer Buttons for FREE!  (7.95 value)

 

Call or email me with your order or order online 24/7 at www.shellymay.stampinup.net. 

Why I Love Stampin' Up Day 7... The Financial Rewards!

I get asked this question all the time... "do you really make money with stamping?"  My very honest answer is YES!  I really do make money at this.  In fact, I'm not sure I would still be dedicating several nights a week to my Stampin Up business if I wasn't actually earning money.  My time is valuable.  :)

Whether you are want to earn just enough to pay for dance lessons, purchase your own products at a discount or build a full time business/income, you can do it with Stampin' Up.  There are several ways to earn money, too.  You can sell catalog products (instant income, volume rebate, downline commission), collect class fees, sell hand-made products, do custom order invitations and scrapbooks... you name it! 

So what are you waiting for?  You have nothing to lose with the special $85 kit right now.  There is no penalty for going inactive - and you get to keep all these great kit supplies!  And don't forget you get an extra 30% commission/discount off your first order of $150+.

If you sign up during the August special, you have until December 31st to place your first $300 in sales that will allow you to stay active for another quarter.  That's 4 full months to meet your quarterly minimum. 

You can join the Stampin' Up family and my team of demonstrators, The Stamp Crazy Girls, by visiting my website at www.shellymay.stampinup.net.  Simply click on the Join Now button and it will walk you through the sign up process.  My password is bermuda! 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me anytime!  shelly

What I Love About Stampin' Up Day 6... The Products!!!

I had to take a break for a few days because I am still struggling with my computer issues... I am hoping to get back to normal soon.  I am trying a new newsletter service and have heard back from numerous people that they never received anything for August from me.  If you did not receive my newsletter, please send me an email at shellyluvsstamps@earthlink.net.  I'll get you added.  :)

So... back to my 7 days of why I love Stampin' Up.  If any of you have stamped with me, then you know how much I LOVE the quality and value of our products.  We have over 60 colors of ink, cardstock and coordinating accessories!  Having my own "store", being able to place orders whenever I need something and building my collection of crafting supplies at a discount has been wonderful! 

(Don't forget... this is the set I am giving away in August!  Simply place an online order with me at www.shellymay.stampinup.net before August 31st, and you'll automatically be entered in the drawing.  Winner will be announced on my blog on September 1st.)

And Stampin' Up offers a ton of support to their demos so once you purchase something, you actually know what to do with it!  If you have a Stampin' Up item that is sitting in your craft closet because you can't remember why you bought it or how to use it, please call me!  I'd love to dust it off and bring it back to life.  :)

Here's a super-sweet Tea Bag Holder that my convention roommate gave me - Thank you, Jeanine!  She used the Autumn Days stamp set which will be the feature set at our October 3rd Stamp Camp at the Bonner Springs Baptist Church.  Your $30 fee includes the Autumn Days stamp set, six stamping projects, door prizes, demonstrations, and more!  Kits are available for those who cannot attend in person.

Thanks for checking in today!  Have a great week - shelly

Topeka Stamp Club Projects

In the Topeka area and looking for a stamp club?  Join us on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6:00-8:00 PM.  We have plenty of room and lots of fun.  :)  The hostess gets to pick what type of projects we do each month, so we do everything from cards to scrapbook pages to 3-d items.  Our hostess for August was Marvene, and she wanted to make birthday cards.  Here's what we did:

You've seen this one before... we changed the sentiment on the front and made a really fun birthday card.

We used several punches and three Big Shot dies on this card.  I love the color combination of Old Olive and Rich Razzleberry.

Isn't this little guy so cute!  It's the porcupine from Fun & Fast Notes.  There are several great images and greetings in this stamp set, but he's my favorite.  :)

Our next stamp club night will be September 10th.  Please contact me if you'd like to come.  You can come without committing to the club.  The fee is $5.00 or free with a $25 order.  Leslie is our hostess and has requested more Big Shot projects and a 3-d item. 

What I love about Stampin' Up Day 5... Recognition and Self Esteem

Whether it's walking on stage during covention to receive an award or a hand-stamped card or just someone "oohing" and "aahing" at my projects, I love the boost to my self-esteem!  One of the questions I get asked frequently is - how do you find the time to do it all?  The answer is simple for me.  I find the time because I enjoy it so much!  Not just the stamping and creating but also the rewards and affirmations that I receive.  I truly do love what I do!

Here's a hand-stamped card that I received from my up-up-upline, Jill Olsen.  She recognizes her top 30 in sales every month and receiving her cards makes me so happy! 

I love this idea!  I think it would be a really sweet way to present a gift card for someone's birthday or change the patterns to make Christmas gift holders.