Stampin' With Michelle

This is a gift bag set I made a couple of weeks ago. To the left is a mini backpack which you can put a gift inside and the front pouch holds a little card. The center is a gift bag with a greeting card attached to the front. To the right is a mini purse which can be filled with little goodies.

Here are some side view pictures of the backpack and purse.

Posted by Michelle Singer at 6:28 PM 2 comments  

Labels: 3D, stampin' up

What does a demonstrator do?

Stampin' Up! demonstrators get to share their love for stamping, crafting, and home décor every day, while supplementing their household income. Whether you just love to craft, or you want to grow a successful, thriving business, Stampin' Up! is a great opportunity for you.

If you're thinking "I'm not crafty or creative enough," there's no need to worry. Stampin' Up!'s demonstrators come at all expertise levels, and with the many resources that Stampin' Up! provides, anyone who has a passion for crafting can find success as a demonstrator.

What are the benefits of being a demonstrator?

Demonstrators enjoy many benefits, including

• Product discount. Demonstrators get a 20% discount on all Stampin' Up! products, including stamp sets, paper, and accessories. It's a great way to support your love of stamping and paper crafting.
• Extra income. You'll earn extra income based on your sales and recruiting--how much extra income is up to you. Maybe you just want enough income to pay the electric bill every month, or maybe your goal is bigger--the monthly payment for your new car--it's up to you! See the Compensation Table for more information.
• Flexible schedule. This is your business, so you can put as much (or as little) time into it as you'd like!
• Support from Stampin' Up! We love our demonstrators and it shows through our demonstrator support materials, including a monthly magazine, workshop ideas, and audio and video trainings on all kinds of topics on our Demonstrator Web Site.
• Free stamp set (through March 31). During our annual Sale-A-Bration promotion, new demonstrators receive a free stamp set--valued up to $56.95!

What do I need to become a demonstrator?

The Starter Kit, created exclusively for new demonstrators, contains Stampin' Up! essentials you'll need to get started in your new business, including

• Four complete stamp sets
• A Stampin' Around wheel, handle, and ink cartridge
• Stampin' Pastels
• Card stock
• Parisian Damask Décor Elements and applicator tool
• Five Classic Stampin' Pads
• VersaMark Pad
• Stampin' Scrub and Mist
• Blender pens
• Business forms and tools

The Starter Kit is valued at more than $410, but is specially priced at only $249! Plus, through March 31, the Starter Kit is discounted an additional 15 percent, making it only $209! If you're concerned about the up-front cost of the Starter Kit, ask me about our Three Easy Payments option, available for a limited time. With just one partial initial payment, you can get your Starter Kit right away and get your business up and running. Two subsequent monthly payments will take care of the rest. Contact her today and you can take advantage of both the discounted Sale-A-Bration Starter Kit price and the Three Easy Payments option!

Payments Breakdown for the Sale-A-Bration Starter Kit Price (March 13-31, 2009)

Starter Kit Payment	Payment Charged*	Payment with Stampin' Memories Add-On*
Payment 1 (charged at time kit is entered)	$69.68 (+ sales tax)	$129.68 (+ sales tax)
Payment 2 (charged around April 15th)	$69.66	$69.66
Payment 3 (charged around May 15th)	$69.66	$69.66
Total Payment	$209.00	$269.00

*Payments indicated are for the cost of the Starter Kit, and, if selected, the Stampin' Memories add-on, including shipping. They do not include and any applicable state taxes. (Please note that any applicable taxes for the total amount of the Starter Kit and, if selected, Stampin' Memories add-on, price will be added to the first payment.)

Payments Breakdown for the Regular Starter Kit Price (April 1-31, 2009)

Starter Kit Payment	Payment Charged*	Payment with Stampin' Memories Add-On*
Payment 1 (charged at time kit is entered)	$83.00 (+ sales tax)	$143.00 (+ sales tax)
Payment 2 (charged around May 15th)	$83.00	$83.00
Payment 3 (charged around June 15th)	$83.00	$83.00
Total Payment	$249.00	$309.00

*Payments indicated are for the cost of the Starter Kit, and, if selected, the Stampin' Memories add-on, including shipping. They do not include any applicable taxes. (Please note that any applicable taxes for the total amount of the Starter Kit and, if selected, Stampin' Memories add-on, price will be added to the first payment.)

	Benefits of the Three Easy Payments Option During Sale-A-Bration (through March 31, 2009) Step One Step Two Step Three Step Four Commit to becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator during Sale-A-Bration. Sign up for the Three Easy Payments Option, and make the first payment of $69.68 (plus sales tax). Host your first workshop within one month of your start date. Have a goal to reach $525 in sales. Use booking statements during your first workshop to schedule two additional workshops for the next month. Reach $525 in sales at both of your second month workshops. Benefits Benefits Benefits Benefits By signing up for the Starter Kit Three Easy Payments Option during Sale-A-Bration: You get 15% off the regular Starter Kit price. You receive a free stamp set of your choice valued up to $56.95 from the Spring-Summer 2009 Idea Book & Catalogue. By placing a $525 workshop order within the first month of becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, you: Receive an extra 10% instant income in addition to your normal 20%. On a $525 workshop, that is $157.50! Qualify for a 5% volume rebate, bringing your total earnings up to $183.75. Recover the money you spent on your original investment. Earn the $69.66 for your second Starter Kit payment. Have over $40 cash left to pay a bill or to pamper yourself! By acting as hostess for your first workshop, you also receive hostess benefits to help build your business, including: Two free hostess stamp sets $60 in Stampin' Up! merchandise By booking two new workshops: You have one workshop to match the income from last month. You have a second workshop planned to grow your business and your customer base. You earned $183.75, two hostess sets, and $60 in Stampin' Up! merchandise by hosting just one workshop. Holding two workshops in your second month will add significantly to your income. With $1050 in sales your second month, you will: Receive $210 in instant income. Increase your volume rebate to 7%, earning you an additional $73.50. Cover your final Starter Kit payment of $69.66 with your volume rebate alone. In just two months, you have: Completely earned back your original investment and paid for the remaining Starter Kit cost. Earned almost $250 in cash plus free stamp sets and merchandise! Benefits of the Three Easy Payments Option for the Regular Starter Kit Price (April 1-30, 2009) Step One Step Two Step Three Step Four Commit to becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator. Sign up for the Three Easy Payment Option, and make the first payment of $83.00. Host your first workshop within one month of your start date. Have a goal to reach $252 in sales. Use booking statements during your first workshop to schedule two additional workshops for the next month. Reach $525 in sales at both of your second month workshops. Benefits Benefits Benefits Benefits By signing up to be demonstrator now, you: Take advantage of the limited-time Three Easy Payment Option. Receive $410 of Stampin' Up! merchandise for only $249. By placing a $525 workshop order within the first month of becoming a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, you: Receive an extra 10% instant income in addition to your normal 20%. On a $525 workshop, that is $157.50! Qualify for a 5% volume rebate, bringing your total earnings up to $183.75. Recover the money you spent on your original investment. Earn the $83.00 for your second Starter Kit payment. By acting as hostess for your first workshop, you also receive hostess benefits to help build your business, including: Two free hostess stamp sets $60 in Stampin' Up! merchandise By booking two new workshops: You have one workshop to match the income from last month. You have a second workshop planned to grow your business and your customer base. You earned $183.75, two hostess sets, and $60 in Stampin' Up! merchandise by hosting just one workshop. Holding two workshops in your second month will add significantly to your income. With $1050 in sales your second month, you will: Receive $210 in instant income. Increase your volume rebate to 7%, earning you an additional $73.50. Make enough money for your final Starter Kit payment of $83.00, and still have plenty to pay a bill or to pamper yourself! In just two months, you have: Completely earned back your original investment and paid for the remaining Starter Kit cost. Earned over $200 in cash plus free stamp sets and merchandise!

Posted by Michelle Singer at 7:34 AM 2 comments  

At my last Stampin' Up! meeting I did a demonstration on glitter brads. Imagine me, one of the shyest people in the world doing a presentation in front of about 80 people. I was so nervous I didn't think I would be able to do it but once I got started it wasn't that bad. I will definitely share more ideas this way. Anyhoo, this is one of the samples I prepared for my presentation. The glitter brad is holding the ribbon on the card and is a build-a-brad with a pop up glue dot and fine glitter. The picture doesn't do it justice, it is so pretty. Leave a comment and let me know what you think.....

Stamps: Happy Heart Day, Flight of the Butterfly
Paper: Taken with Teal, Regal Rose, Whisper White
Ink: Basic Black, Taken, with Teal, Regal Rose, Rose Red
Accessories: Rose Red Ribbon, Build-a-brad, pop-up glue dot, fine cosmo glitter, stampin' dimensionals

Posted by Michelle Singer at 10:34 AM 1 comments  

Labels: build a brad, cards, glitter brads, happy heart day, stampin' up

This is the finished card for my little chick. I think it is just too cute. I made it an Easter card because it just seemed to fit. I hope you like it.

Stamps: All Holidays
Paper: Chocolate Chip, Bashful Blue, So Saffron, Whisper White, Summer Sun, Kraft, Delicate Dots DSP
Ink: Cocolate Chip, Summer Sun, Basic Black Marker
Accessories: Brad, Fine Cosmo Glitter, Mini Glue Dot, Stampin' Dimensionals, Bashful Blue Grosgrain Ribbon
Punches: 1-3/4" circle, 1" circle, Boho Blossoms, 3/4" circle, small oval, star, 3/16" circle, designer label, 1-3/8" circle, key tag, photo corner, trio flower

Posted by Michelle Singer at 12:33 AM 0 comments  

Labels: cards, glitter brads, punched art, stampin' up

I've been really busy making swaps for my Stampin' Up! meeting tomorrow. Here is a sneak peek at one of the cards I am making. I will post the finished product tomorrow. The chick is made using all Stampin' Up! punches and is cased from Heather Summers.

Posted by Michelle Singer at 4:09 PM 1 comments  

I did this 12x12 page at a workshop last year. It uses a retired stamp set and retired designer series paper but I really like this layout. I will probably recreate it in the near future using a different color scheme and die cut letters from the BigShot. This page could be for any special occasion like birthdays, winning the big game or any type of award.

Stamps: Well Worn Alphabet
Paper: Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Bashful Blue, Summer Picnic DSP, Whisper White
Ink: Bashful Blue
Accessories: Large Star Punch, Star Punch, Chipboard Star, Vintage Brads

Posted by Michelle Singer at 12:01 AM 1 comments  

Labels: scrapbooking, stampin' up

This is the second 12x12 layout I did with pictures of the Melia Caribe Resort. I did a lot of stamping on these two pages which I quite enjoyed.

Stamps: Balmy Breezes
Paper: Mellow Moss, Always Artichoke, Whisper White, Retired DSP
Ink: Basic Black, Close to Cocoa
Accessories: Tag Corner Punch, Hemp Twine

Posted by Michelle Singer at 12:01 AM 0 comments  

Labels: scrapbooking, stampin' up

OK...I decided to post some pictures of my messy craft room. I was hoping to be finished organizing by the end of the day but I think that might have been a little too ambitious. I am making progress but I still have about 6 or so boxes in Allan's woodworking room that needs to be put away. The bonus part is that I am finding a lot of things that I thought I lost or forgot I had. Or maybe I've just got too much stuff.

Posted by Michelle Singer at 12:01 AM 0 comments