Stamp with Elissa

Stampin' Up! participates in the Today Show Holiday Toy & Gift Drive

At Stampin' Up!, we believe in making a difference in the lives of others--whether they're our demonstrators, our employees, the people who use our products, or children in need of a way to express their creativity.

Since 2005, Stampin' Up! has been honored to participate in the TODAY Show's Annual Holiday Toy & Gift Drive. This year, Stampin' Up! will be donating over $150,000 worth of stamping and paper crafting products to the following organizations:

• Child S.H.A.R.E.
• A Place Called Home
• Alliance for Children's Rights
• Children's Hospital
• El Concilio Del Condado de Ventura
• St. Joseph Center
• Yolo Wayfarer Center Christian Mission
• Metro Atlanta Task Force on the Homeless
• ARC of Bergen and Passaic Counties
• Women in Need
• ARMS
• Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless
• Housing Works
• All Children's House Family Center
• Cathedral Community Cares
• Catholic Big Brothers and Sisters
• Dominican Women's Development Center
• Girls' Vacation Fund (Girls' Quest)
• Partnership with Children
• Project Sunshine
• Little Flower Children's Services of New York
• Domestic Violence Intervention Services
• Texas Head Start Association
• First Place School
• Friendship Project

As I mentioned in a previous post, Stampin' Up! Founder Shelli Gardner will be appearing on NBC's TODAY Show on Friday, December 4th.  While we do not know the exact time, we do know she will be on during the fourth hour (the 10 AM hour on the East Coast). Please note: In some markets the fourth hour of the TODAY Show is not shown directly after the first three hours; we recommend you check your local listings by visiting www.nbc.com/local. 

If you'd like to do some of YOUR holiday shopping through Stampin' Up!, please visit my online ordering page.  Happy Shopping!

Stampin' Up! Founder Shelli Gardner on the Today Show

Exciting news! Shelli Gardner has been invited to appear on NBC’s TODAY Show on December 4th!

Shelli was invited to appear on the TODAY Show in recognition of Stampin’ Up!’s charitable giving over the past few years.  Please check your local listings, and be sure to watch  :-)

Have you made or bought your Christmas cards yet?

Big thanks to Jamie, MariAnn, Cheryl, Becky, & Henriette for bring lots of enthusiasm & fun to my "Twelve Days of Christmas" class yesterday!  We each made twelve beautiful, unique cards similar to the one shown above. 

If you haven't made or purchased your Christmas cards yet, now is the time to get started.  Here are some great options:

• Purchase the "Twelve Days of Christmas" kit to re-create the cards from yesterday's class.  Just $25 for local pick-up or $30 if you need it mailed.  You'll need to provide your own Christmas greeting stamps or rub-ons for the inside, but I'll discount the kit $5 if you purchase an appropriate greeting set from me at the same time.  Must be ordered from me by phone or email no later than 8pm Eastern time on Monday Nov 16th.
• Try our Holiday Photo Card Kit to create your own hand-crafted photo cards, or create your own design with one of our many holiday-themed stamp sets.  Order online anytime, or local customers can add their order to my current workshop order (call or email me by 8pm tomorrow).
• If you just CAN'T find the time to make your own cards this year, you can still send that hand-crafted look by purchasing finished cards from me.  I do not accept online or phone orders, but I will have a large selection of cards & gift packaging available at the Holiday Bazaar on December 5th. 

Regardless of the option you choose, I hope you have a GREAT time with your holiday cards this year--   Call, email, or shop online now to get started!

Holiday Bazaar Dec 5th - Save the Date!

My neighbor Becki Borushko of Keller Williams Realty (Indy Metro North) is hosting a Holiday Bazaar at her home in Noblesville on Saturday December 5th from 6:30-8:30pm.  Vendors will include Stampin' Up!, Pampered Chef, Arbonne, Tastefully Simple, Scentsy Candles & Gift Baskets, Usborne Books, plus purses, jewelry, & more.  As an added bonus, bring your old GOLD and get PAID while you shop!

I'll have a table full of beautiful hand-crafted Christmas items for your shopping pleasure.  Not to mention Stampin' Up! catalogs & gift certificates for the "crafter who has it all".  (Hint: Fill out your Stampin' Up! wish list & send your husband over to shop for you!)

Please email me to be added to the invite list!

Twelve Days of Christmas Class - November 14th

Do you love the look of hand-made Christmas cards, but think you'll never have the time to get them done?  Then join me for "Twelve Days of Christmas", and leave with 12 beautiful hand-crafted cards to send to your nearest & dearest.  This class is simple enough for beginners, but more experienced stampers will have lots of opportunity for creative expression!

Class Date:  Saturday, November 14th, 10am-12pm (3 spots left) OR 7-9pm (Now Full)

Location:  My Home in Noblesville, Indiana

Class Fee:  $25 (Cash or Check)

** Space at the table is limited, so email me today to save your spot! **

If you love new card ideas...

If you love new card ideas, you'll love today's post!  I know it's been quite a while since I've blogged, so I figured I'd make up for it with LOTS of card samples and a reminder about my upcoming class.

First things first, you must ACT NOW if you want a seat at our great Make-N-Take Class on September 26th.  We've been planning for months, and the "super secret special stamping projects" are truly spectacular!  This is a large event, but we are more than 70% full with fewer than 20 seats remaining.  The registration deadline is THIS WEEK, so you need to PRINT & MAIL your registration form & payment ASAP if you want one of the remaining seats.  Click here for the registration form...

And of course, here are the rest of the sample cards that I promised.  (Click on each thumbnail image to see the full-size photo.)  They all feature the "Sunny Day" Simply Scrappin' Kit and the "Sincere Salutations" stamp set.  These were bonus cards that we made at my scrapbooking class last month, in addition to the great Sunny Day Mini Album.  Enjoy!

 

Got Swaps?

 

I couldn't help but share this photo--Isn't this just SOOOO cute?!  These two "Got Swaps?" babies were photographed at Stampin' Up! Convention 2009, which I unfortunately didn't get to go to.  But it's a great reminder of WHY I became a Demonstrator, which is the relationships & sharing that happens between all of us stamp-addicted ladies.  There is nothing better than swapping ideas and making new friends, whether it's with my local demonstrator group or with total-strangers-turned-new-friends at Stampin' Up! events like Regionals & Leadership Conference.

We've got two great Demonstrator Starter Kit options right now, including a Mini Starter Kit that's only $85 and perfect for you if you've already got a lot of SU! products from your time as a customer.  Or, if you purchase the bigger $199 Starter Kit, you'll be rewarded with six FREE In Color ink pads & an assortment pack of In Color card stock!

If you'd like to find out more about becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, please email me or give me a call today.  Or if you'd like to check things out online, you can head straight to my info page to watch our "First Impressions" video & sign up right online (password "Creative Outlet"). 

Either way, I'd love to add you to my team!

Register Now for Upcoming Classes

I've got two great classes coming up, and you'll need to register soon before they fill up!

The first is a small-group scrapbooking class at my home in Noblesville, Indiana.  We'll be using the Sunny Day Simply Scrappin' Kit to make a great two-page 12x12 scrapbook layout OR an 8-page 6x6 mini album. 

• Date:  Saturday, August 15th, 10am-12pm
• Class Fee:  $20 (includes all supplies & instruction)
• To Register:  Email elissa@stampwithelissa.com by August 5th

The second class is the annual "Make & Take" sponsored by a group of local Stampin' Up! Demonstrators.   We're offering 6 top-secret projects, including gorgeous "wow" cards and 3-D gift boxes.  There is space for 70 people, but you'll want to register early because this event ALWAYS sells out!

• Date:  Saturday, September 26th, 10am-3pm
• Location:  Fishers United Methodist Church
• Class Fee:  $40 (included all supplies, instruction, & lunch)
• To Register:  Print the Registration Form and send your check to the address listed.  Then email me so I know that you're coming!

Space is limited, so sign up early to save your seat!  Hope to see you there!

"Sunny Day" Scrapbooking Class on August 15th

It's been a great summer, and you'll want to scrapbook your best photos while the memories are still fresh! 

Join me on Saturday, August 15th from 10am-12pm at my home in Noblesville, Indiana.  We'll create a two-page 12x12 layout with the Sunny Day Simply Scrappin' Kit (shown at left).  For those who want a different twist, you'll also have the option of doing an 8-page 6x6 mini album.

*  Class Fee of $20* includes all materials & small-group instruction.

*  Registration & payment must be received by August 5th.

*  Sign up with a friend and save $5 each!

Space is limited, so email me today to sign up!

* Please Note:  Class materials include approximately 1/3 of the kit shown above.  Anyone who can't make the class can request to have the materials & instructions mailed to them for a flat fee of $25 (US Residents only).

Stamp with me in Noblesville on Saturday!

This is your last chance to RSVP for my New Catalog Premier Workshop!

WHAT:  Stamping & Scrapbooking demonstrations, samples, door prize, make-n-take, & more!
WHEN:  Saturday, July 25th, 7-9pm
WHERE:  My home in Noblesville, IN
RSVP:  Must be received by 6pm on Friday so that I can prepare supplies

Email elissa@stampwithelissa.com now to save your spot and get directions!