Get a FREE Stamp Set During June - lots of Reason to Smile!

Well June isn't just about rewarding wonderful hostesses with freebies (for details of how to get an extra $90 in hostess reward dollars in June/July check out the details here) June is also an awesome month for customers - as you can get this super gorgeous stamp set called Reason to Smile for FREE or you can purchase it.

If you don't want to get it FREE by placing a $125 order with me, you can purchase it for $28.95 in clear mount or $35.95 in wood mount. This two step stamp set makes some lovely cards, recently I got my embossing powder and bleach out and made this one with it - I love how Soft Suede card stock bleaches to almost the same colour as So Saffron. The 1" square punch & postage punches are still available from the Summer mini in the carry over flier section and I also used the square punch to create the fish tail flag ends on the sentiment banner.

Stamps: Reason To Smile, Loving Thoughts
Card stock: Soft Suede, So Saffron & Early Expresso
Ink: Versamark
Accessories: White embossing powder, 1" square punch, postage punch, Dimensionals, Aqua painter
Non SU!: bleach

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Autumn-Winter Mini Catalogue is HERE!!!!!!!

Yes! After all the fun and excitement of Sale-a-bration and the Summer mini catalogue I can't believe that I am saying that this new mini catalogue is even MORE exciting!! Fotunately a few of the summer mini items have carried over and are still available for ordering here.  The new Autumn-Winter mini catalogue is so cool........is contains some awesome new items in it, including:

• Simply Scored Scoring Tool & accessories (including a metric plate)
• New dies (including framelits)
• New embossing folders
• New stamps
• New ribbons
• New designer series papers
• New fabric
• New Bakers Twine colours
• New punch
• New scented embossing powders
• New brads
• New roller wheels

If you can't wait you can download a PDF copy right now here or contact me and I can send you a copy in the mail.

Sale-A-Bration Commences

Yay - my favourite time of the year has arrived - Sale-a-bration!!! Yes freebies for all be it customers, hostesses and if you join - even more freebies *happy dance* These stamp sets, paper and accessories are only available as a bonus (i.e. you can not purchase them - well if you are demonstrator you could have purchased them as part of a pre-order perk....) and they are only available until the end of March. To see the brochure, you can either click the link on my sidebar or click here, or email me and I will pop a brochure in the mail to you. 

Sale-a-bration is coming!!!!!!

Are you excited in a little over two weeks Sale-a-bration will be here!!  If this is your first Sale-a-bration you are going to be super excited. This is the most exciting time of year, it's Stampin' Up!s way of kicking off crafting for the New Year and goodness they do it in style as this is the best time of year to be a customer, hostess or new demonstrator! Sale-a-bration commences on January 24th and ends on March 31st.

Customers: during Sale-a-bration for each $100 spent (before shipping and handling) you can choose an exclusive FREE gift from a range of six items including stamps and accessories and there is no limit to the number you chose - for a $200 spend you chose two FREE items on so forth.

Host a party: in addition to the awesome hostess rewards available, a free Idea Book & Catalogue, free make & take for everyone and a gift from me, you also get to chose a FREE item from the Sale-a-bration range with workshop sales over AUD$600. So if you have been thinking of working on reducing that wish list or spending those gift certificates, now is the perfect time to get some friends together for a free workshop and earn yourself some bonus rewards for it! 

Join my team: if you join my team during Sale-a-bration you get TWO extra rewards in addition to the myriad of others! Firstly you can chose an EXTRA FREE stamp set of any value in the current catalogue(s) when you purchase the starter kit - this is in addition to the stamp sets included in the starter kit and can be of any value even the $77.95 alphabet stamps (note there is no shipping charges on the starter kit either!). During Sale-a-bration the price of the starter kit will be reduced by $40 to just $249 - yes that's over $690 worth of Stampin' Up! products for just $249 which is a total bargain!! 

Tempted by any or all of the above offers?? Want me to send you a Sale-a-bration brochure? Want more information about joining my team and all of the benefits associated with it? Contact me today for more information or to book a workshop party and get some gorgeous stuff for FREE!

December Frenzy Sale - Up to 50% off!!!!!!!!!!!

So did you enjoy the blog hop yesterday? December not only heralded the arrival of the new Summer mini Catalogue (you can see the PDF of it here or email me and I'll post one to you), but it also was the first day of the December Frenzy sale! Lots of lovely products, some up to 50% off, so if you are looking for a bargain or a last minute gift for a crafty friend or yourself (yes I am happy to gift wrap items for you) contact me with your order today! To guarantee delivery before Christmas I would have to have your order before the 11th of December to allow for shipping time.


Please note that the warehouse has a limited number of these awesome items available for this promotion.  Once that number has been exhausted, the products WILL return to normal catalogue price.  Be in quick if something you love is in the discount list! 

Welcome Christmas                                               pg 22  (W)  50% off            NOW   $24.98
Welcome Christmas                                               pg 22  (C)   50% off            NOW   $19.98
I {Heart} Hearts                                                       pg 28  (W)  40% off            NOW   $25.77 
Got Treats                                                              pg 35   (W)  40% off           NOW   $24.57
Something Sweet                                                    pg 42  (W)  40% off            NOW   $26.97
For Everything                                                        pg 46  (W)  40% off            NOW   $28.77
Cottage Garden                                                      pg 67  (W)  50% off             NOW   $16.48
Every Moment                                                        pg 72  (W)  40% off             NOW    $19.17
Awash with Flowers                                                pg 74   (W) 40% off             NOW   $43.17
Friends Never Fade                                                 pg 75   (W) 50% off             NOW   $15.98
Friends Never Fade                                                pg 75   (C)  50% off             NOW   $15.57
Ornate Blossoms                                                   pg 75   (W)  40% off            NOW   $11.97
Clearly For You                                                      pg 88   (W)  40% off            NOW   $28.77
Chloe Stampin' Around Builder Wheel                     pg 96  40% off                      NOW   $5.97
Padded Envelopes                                                 pg 126  30% off                    NOW $3.90
Poppy Parade 1/2" (1.3cm) Stitched-Poly ribbon      pg 138  30% off                   NOW $11.87
Blushing Bride 1/2" (1.3cm) Stitched-Poly ribbon     pg 138  30% off                   NOW $11.87
Regals Flower Brads                                             pg 143  30% off                   NOW  $11.87
Neutrals Flower Brads                                           pg 143  30% off                   NOW $11.87
Distressing Essentials                                           pg 147  30% off                   NOW $26.57
Craft and Rubber Scissors                                     pg 149  30% off                   NOW $26.57
Circle Scissor Plus Glass Mat                                pg 149  30% off                   NOW $26.57

BIG Big Shot Savings

Ever been tempted to buy a Big Shot or some of the gorgeous dies for it??? This super versatile machine can cut over 50 different materials (list here). This month is a good month to cross it off your wish list (or I'll be happy to gift wrap it for putting under the Christmas tree so someone else can cross it off their list!). All the details can be found here or are listed below - make sure you read all the way to the bottom as there are TWO more offers exclusive to me available!

During November, get 10% off select Big Shot dies. Use these exclusive dies to create fabulous shapes for scrapbooking and card making, dry embossing card stock or making sensational gifts.

Page	Item	Description	Retail Price	10% Off Price
156	117332	Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslits Die	$21.95	$19.75
156	114515	Flower Burst Embosslits Die	$21.95	$19.75
157	114517	Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Embossing Folder	$14.95	$13.45
157	116824	Petals-a-Plenty Textured Impressions Embossing Folder	$14.95	$13.45
157	119277	Elegant Lines Textured Impressions Embossing Folder	$14.95	$13.45
158	113440	Buttons #5 Sizzlits® Die	$9.95	$8.95
159	113466	Pillow Box BigzT Die	$36.95	$33.25
159	114507	Beautiful Butterflies Bigz Die	$39.95	$35.95
159	120903	Scallop Square Duo Bigz Die	$39.95	$35.95
160	115953	Mover & Shapers Punch Windows	$54.95	$49.45
160	120893	Tasteful Trim Bigz XL Die	$69.95	$62.95
160	121810	Petal Cone Bigz L Die	$59.95	$53.95

Click to the right of my blog menu under categories and select 'Big Shot" and you will see some of the things that I've made with it.

If you don't have a Big Shot machine you can either take advantage of the super special offer below or you could get your Big Shot for half price at just $74.98 plus S&H by simply hosting a $600 workshop. You can get your machine for the 50% off and use your Hostess Dollars you earn to purchase the discounted dies - which based on a $600 workshop would be $100 how cool is that!

Page	Description	Retail Value	10% Off Price	Item
155	Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine	$186.85	$168.16	128944
156	Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslits Die
157	Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Now here's my personal offer #1: For any purchase of a Big Shot machine I will buy you a Textured Impressions Embossing Folder of your choice (see page 157 of the current catalogue RRP$14.95).

If you are not sure how to get the maximum amount of versatility out of the Big Shot why not come along to the Big Shot techniques class next week, where you can learn some tricks of the trade, test the machine out and ask lots of questions.

Personal Offer #2: place any order over $50 with me on the weekend of the 5th & 6th of November 2011 and you will go in the draw to win a $40 voucher to spend on SU! products (to be used before the 31st of March 2012, order total still attracts the 5% postage charges, i.e. I will take $40 off the total amount owing)

Of course if you want a permanent discount on all of your Stampin' Up! products and a host of other great benefits, check out page 169 of the IB&C for details about the Starter Kit or contact me for more details.

So if you want Big Shot savings, to host a workshop, join in a class or just take advantage of any of the special offers listed above why not contact me today.

Last Chance List Released!

Yes it's that time of year again............the Last Chance List is out................some things have to be moved out of the catalogue to make room for the new stuff that is coming soon! Some items are up to 40% off RRP so grab a bargain, or grab that stamp set and/or accessory you've been debating about now - as once items run out - they will not be coming back! I will be posting regularly what has run out so contact me sooner rather than later to place an order for the Last Chance List. 

Craft Sale Results

Well I've had a very busy weekend, but I'm really happy with what I've accomplished so yay! It started with the craft sale yesterday, went to drawing the raffle this morning and entertaining some children this morning to spending some quality time with friends that it's been way too long between visits this afternoon.

The craft sale, just wouldn't have happened without some wonderful friends who just arrived without my even asking and helped clear the area and set it all up for the sale (massive thanks to Heather, Graeme & Catherine) and then Heather continued to spend the rest of the day in the kitchen doing all the refreshments with another friend Susie (who felt the need to bake some amazing scones), before all feeling the need to help clean up and put everything back at the end of the day - love your work guys - I owe you!

This is what the day looked like (yes I even forgot to take a camera so thanks again to a friend who took some via her phone for me!). Between the rain breaks we had lots of lovely people stop by and visit.

We were all safely snug indoors so we were fine. There were lots of bargain boxes to rummage through and many awesome bargains to be had!

This was one lovely lady (right) filling in her details after buying raffle tickets - thanks so much to Stampin' Up! for donating 90% of the raffle prizes such a great company that I'm very proud to be involved with as their charity work is fantastic - massive thanks to everyone who bought tickets - you're all wonderful. The raffle and refreshments mean that I will be able to donate the fantastic total to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation of:

$736.93

Thanks everyone! You're all fantastic and I truly appreciate all of your support. Now for the exciting bit......the raffle results were drawn this morning by people who had no vested interest in the outcome, witnessed by four independent adults - so starting with a bonus raffle prize which was donated by the ever generous Deb from Little Design Farm so congratulations to Natalie for winning this prize

the fourth prize which was this awesome pack worth over $270 ....

was won by Annette who I think bought enough raffle tickets to almost buy the pack - thanks for your support, hope you enjoy your prize! Third prize was another awesome pack

won by Melissa - thanks for making such a great effort to support the cause. Second prize was a pack also worth over $270 was this one.....

and won by Heather - congratulations! The first prize pack valued at over $650 was won by a virgin stamper.............

who is open to being corrupted! Congratulations Belinda - I'm sure you are going to have a lot of fun with that pack! 

Thank you again to everyone who helped out on the day, came along as a seller, a buyer or just for moral support. Rumour has it I'll be organising another one for next year - thinking mid March - any thoughts as I'd appreciate all feedback on the day as there was lots of good bits, but also areas for improvement! Have a good weekend and I'll be back to regular blogging tomorrow with the Last Chance List - yes not long now until we get our new catalogue!!!!

July Purchase Bonus

From the 1st - 31st of July for every $100 order (not including postage) you can earn a FREE bundle with a RRP of $31.95! The bundle consists of 13.7m of 1/4" wide white grosgrain ribbon with a repeating flower design and 48 flower shaped buttons, 16 each of 3 colours approximately 1.3cm in diameter (Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo & Pacific Point).

So if you want some terrific accessories for FREE, put your order with me during July to take advantage of this awesome offer!

Deal of the Week - Week 4 - last one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Week 4 and it's the final week for super special deals up to 40% off a selection of incredible products from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue!

There are no limits to the number of Deals of the Week you can purchase and no minimum purchase is required. Contact me before 5pm on Tuesday 31st May to place your order for these super special deals as they won't be offered again at this price! 

This week’s deals:

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Sale Price
113838	62	Right On Track Stampin' Around Wheel	$11.95	$8.37
115619	62	Retro Remix Stampin' Around Wheel	$11.95	$8.37
119975	134	Vintage Type Rub-Ons	$15.95	$11.17
118760	134	Play Date Rub-Ons (see image below)	$16.95	$11.87

Awesome Hostess Rewards!

There us a wonderful, never seen in Australia before, opportunity to earn some awesome hostess rewards for hosting a party in the next few weeks. If you hold a workshop with sales of $450 (including GST and shipping) between 23rd May and 30th June 2011, instead of the normal level 1 hostess reward and $40 to spend in the catalogues - you will earn an EXTRA$70 in hostess rewards to spend on any catalogue merchandise - that's right for a workshop totaling $450 you would get a level 1 hostess reward and $110 in hostess dollars to spend in the current catalogues!

So if your wish list is LONG or you have been saving for a Big Shot machine there is no better time than NOW to host a party and earn those amazing hostess bonus $$$. Don't forget I do all sorts of workshops: it could be a traditional demo and free make & take item at a party with friends; a mini class where we would make 3 items and a fee is charged to cover the materials cost; a catalogue party between friends or work colleagues or of course you could just go super nuts and melt the plastic fantastic for some super retail therapy!

So stop hesitating, contact me now to schedule your party and earn yourself some fantastic rewards just in time to chase away the winter blues!

Deal of the Week - Week 3

Week 3 and the deals for this week are yummy!!! There are new deals every Wednesday in May, check my website each week and get up to 40% off a selection of incredible products from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue!

There are no limits to the number of Deals of the Week you can purchase and no minimum purchase is required. Contact me before 5pm on Tuesday 24th May to place your order for these super special deals as they won't be offered again at this price! 

This week’s deals:

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Sale Price
119750	137	Daffodil Delight 5/8" Satin Ribbon	$16.95	$11.87
119963	137	Certainly Celery 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon	$12.95	$9.07
109112	139	Square Fire Rhinestone Brads	$19.95	$13.97
109113	139	Square Ice Rhinestone Brads	$19.95	$13.97

Deal of the Week - Week 2!

Yes May is speeding away and after a lovely scrapbook class yesterday it's time for the Deals of the Week 2! There are new deals every Wednesday in May, check my website each week and get up to 40% off a selection of incredible products from the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalogue! There are no limits to the number of Deals of the Week you can purchase and no minimum purchase is required. Contact me before 5pm on Tuesday 17th May to place your order for these super special deals as they won't be offered again at this price!  This week’s deals:

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Sale Price
120963	142	Stampin Pastels New Color Kit (19)	$28.50	$22.80
115957	151	Thanks Embosslits Die	$21.95	$17.56
114513	151	Sweetest Stem Embosslits Die	$21.95	$17.56
113483	155	Pennant Bigz XL Die	$74.95	$59.96

Week One - Deal of the Week!

Love a Bargain - want to get some awesome Stampin' Up! products at up to 40% off - then keep an eye out either here or on my Facebook page during May for updates. There will be four different lots of products on sale each week from Wednesday until Tuesday - I'll be placed orders on the Tuesday evening so if you want anything contact me BEFORE 5pm on the Tuesday. 

Small print: items still attract normal postage charges and if demand for an item is very high, they may revert to their regular price before the end of the week - so place orders early to ensure you don't miss out on the great deal!

This Week’s Deals (1-10 May 2011)

Item	Page	Description	Regular Price	Sale Price
121578	37	Tag Alongs Wood-Mount Set	$31.95	$19.17
120468	59	More Monkey Accessories Clear-Mount Set	$23.95	$14.37
121550	59	More Monkey Accessories Wood-Mount Set	$29.95	$17.97
120003	75	Cottage Garden Clear-Mount Set	$24.95	$14.97
119163	75	Cottage Garden Wood-Mount Set	$32.95	$19.77
121494	98	Compliments to the Chef Wood-Mount Set	$35.95	$21.57