Category: Clubs and Classes

The Excitement!

Hello! I realize it’s been awhile. Yes, I have a real problem with being retired from teaching, loving my cardmaking hobby, having a small business, and everything else I do! I try to get the small business – Stampin’ Up! – going, but my heart is really in keeping it a hobby. I then see all that is happening with Stampin’ Up and get excited! I do have friends and customers who still like to meet to make cards and still order through me. I am so grateful to those individuals as they keep my hobby going. It is important that you all know:

I am still here for you. You may always ask questions or order through me. I am an Independent Demonstrator who can always help you. Please continue to go to my online store – Deniselafave.stampinup.net to check out promotions and what’s new. You may look here on my blog as well. I just updated the catalog page. You can see what’s in the newest catalog by going to my Catalog page.

Our newest catalog – May 2024 to April 2025 Annual Catalog is now live! All past catalogs are no longer valid. The new one is beautiful. Check it out!

Do you want your own?

I have another offer for you! Would you like your own catalog? There’s nothing like having the colorful book in your hands. Not only do you see what products are available for sale, but there are wonderful ideas in the catalog. I will send one to you for the cost of packaging and mailing only. The catalog itself is my gift. I just ask for $5 to be sent by Paypal, Zelle, or Venmo. Once I receive your request and payment, the catalog will be shipped directly to you! Please email HERE with your request, name, and address. I will send the information for payment and everything can be done easily and in a few minutes! If you are local customer in my general area, just ask and I will deliver a catalog for free. The catalogs are always my gift to you!

Online Exclusives and Catalogs

Remember we do have Online Exclusives that begin at certain times and Mini Catalogs that offer more deals. The Online Exclusives are not in a catalog. They are only offered online. See the chart for different product releases.

You will see that our catalogs run from May to April. Online Exclusives are released to customers March, July, and November, with no ending dates. They last as long as we have supplies. Don’t wait, however. Once they are gone, they are really gone. Our mini catalogs with new items sold for a limited time come out twice a year – Jan through April and Sept. thorugh December. Our Sale-a-Bration is now once a year only. The lightly shaded areas are actual releases for Demonstrators only.

Local Card and Paper Swap Group Meeting Coming Up!

Our next Local Card and Paper Swap Group meeting will be Thursday, May 16th, at my home. Please go to the Clubs/Classes/Events tab to see more about this or email HERE. I have room for about five more members. I would love to have you join us!

Lets keep stampin’, friends! it’s fun!

Forever Friends and the Club Start

Yesterday was a great day and a learning experience, all in one. We had our first Local Card and Paper Craft Swap Club Meeting at my home. We managed to make five cards. Most of these girls are beginners and a bit intimidated. I allowed them to use kits to start with as the kits are inclusive and these girls have limited supplies. This gave them a pretty, but basic card project to try and then to share with others. Most kits have eight to nine cards in them, so there is one for everyone. Here is what the girls came up with, along with my own Happy Birthday heat embossed card.

Tutorial Thursday today – July 13, 2023 – was done from a card kit. I chose Forever Friends with eight cards, four of two versions. I love the kits and know my beginner customers do too. I decided to open one and do it for the tutorial to give everyone an idea of how the kits come in the mail and what is included. I then went onto part 2 and did a couple alternative versions. The kit I used is #162363, Forever Friends, and can be ordered HERE.

Go to my YouTube Channel HERE to see the video!

Happy Stamping!

Tutorial Thursday July 6 2023 Countryside Corners Birthday, Bonus Days

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Once again, I cannot seem to add certain links to my YouTube video. I have attached the directions for this card to this post.

July Classes in the Mail

On another note, remember my Classes in the Mail for July. If you would like to order one or both, contact me at Niecylovestostamp@yahoo.com.

#1 Holiday Cottage Wreaths includes Stamps and all card stock additional items to make nine cards, three of three versions. You will also receive envelopes and a PDF file to follow with instructions. This set does not include the dies, so I will cut them out before mailing. Card Classes in the Mail are always sent by Priority Mail. $47.50*

*ink pads, adhesives, and blocks for the stamps are also needed and not included

#2 Little Monkey includes stamps, punch, white gel pen, guts for nine cards, three of three versions for nine total, a PDF with instructions, envelopes, and Priority Mail. $63.50*

*ink pads, adhesives, and blocks for the stamps are also needed and not included

BONUS DAYS

All month you may earn a $5 coupon for every $50 you spend, before tax and shipping, through my online store – HERE. Earning period is July 6th through July 31 and Redeeming period is August 1st through August 31.

Changes Coming

I really do love Stampin’ Up! and creating. I have a mix between being a Hobby Demonstrator and a small business because I love it. I know it takes work, however, to help others find the same enjoyment. So look for these new events coming in July:

Classes in the Mail – One will be Christmas Cards and the other will be different themes. That will give customers the opportunity to buy one or two different sets to add to their collection each time. I design, put all card stock, embellishments, Designer Series Paper, ribbon, etc. together, along with instructional PDFs. The customer buys the package, which includes the stamp set and sometimes matching dies. The customer pays one lump sum and I mail all materials by Priority to you. *The customer will need ink, blends, adhesives, and basic supplies to complete their projects.

Virtual Stamp Club – Customers agree to purchase $25 in products, before shipping and taxes, each month for a set period of time. Everyone in the club will be the hostess monthly through rotation. That hostess will receive the Hostess Rewards of 10% or more, depending on sales, during their hosting month. They will also have a Host Code so their family and friends can order that month, giving them more rewards! It is a great way to build supplies or stamp sets without breaking the bank. In addition, when you are part of the Virtual Stamp Club, you will receive two free cards designed, made, and mailed directly to you each month. This is for everyone in the club each month.

Swapping Stamp Club by mail or in person – Some customers love to design their own cards and swap with others. This is a fantastic way to build a supply of cards with numerous designs. I can do this monthly in my home for a small group of locals and/or a mailing group is possible for others. All I ask is that customers use Stampin’ Up! products for their cards only and they purchase any necessary supplies through me directly.

Thursday Tutorials on YouTube – Yes, I am going to begin my Thursday Tutorials on my YouTube Channel again. These tutorials will be card designs featuring SU! products and different techniques.

Please watch for more specifics and start dates for these very soon. I would love your feedback if any interest you, as well.

**Please check under Classes/Events for club information also.

Happy Stamping!