Belinda Ellsworth

Here I am, a bit behind on my posts!  I have been very busy restructuring things in the Stamp Sell-er, preparing for my Hostess Luncheon & Open house.  Now that they are finished, it's time to catch up!

On Saturday June 12th I attended a seminar by one of my favorite speakers on direct sales, Belinda Ellsworth.  She was taping an update of one of her audio training CD's so it was a longer than a normal event.  It was interesting to watch the process.  Although she rarely needed to 'back up' for the tape, there were a few times when the recording needed to be reset, or a new one started, whatever the correct term is.  Anyway, that was when she would just chat freely about things.  I even got her to do here famous "clip and clip and clip" infomercial that will not be included on the new recording....but it's sooo funny!

Here's a photo of myself, Belinda, and another Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, Donna Schaffer.

Because we purchased this seminar at a very inexpensive price, Belinda's office asked for donations of our products to be raffled off at the event. I donated a bag of Thanks.  Considering we are all in the business of direct sales, I thought anyone could use the cards and goodies as little gifts for their clients.

And Inside:

There were other SU demonstrator's there, including one of my downline (Julie Gill) as well as consultants from many other direct sales companies.  I even ran into my 2nd cousin, Kim, who I had not seen for years.  It turns out she sells jewelry.  I love direct sales, and the people involved in it.  No other business seems as quick to share ideas as this one.  Want to try it for yourself?  Email me today to learn more about the Stampin' Up! opportunity ....there's a new kit starting today!

Sneak Peak

...Of The New Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog.

Stampin' Up! give demonstrators some really Awesome Ideas we can use to create projects for you.  However, over the weekend I decided to challenge myself to use those samples and CASE them into my own version.  I hope you enjoy them!

This one shows a NEW PUNCH...it's a BIG SCALLOP CIRCLE!  So Cool!

I used the Pillow Box Sizzix Die, and some new Designer Series Paper (DSP), & 2 NEW Stamp Sets!

This Card is 3" x 4" and uses the Scallop Heart Punch (back from the Occasions Mini), NEW card stock colors, new DSP, and a New Stamp Set. I really smudged this one to make it more manly.

My husband tells me he wants to send it to his father for Father's Day.

This sample shows a New Stamp Set, some NEW 1/4" ribbon (on top of our Taffeta Ribbon), some new colors, and Smooch Spray (hard to see it on the white flower).  This is prettier in person and it is also the card I am sending as my Hostess Luncheon Invitation.

I know what you are looking at ....

The NEW Sizzix Embossing Folder!  YEP, it's pretty cool

...and there is another one coming that is totally cool too!

I used the new Scallop Punch and the new 1/4" Ribbon

New Hostess Stamp Set, New Colors, New Ribbon!

This one is actually my favorite one!  It uses new DSP,

New Colors, New Stamp Set, New Clearlit Die, New Markers.

The ribbon is Twill Tape I colored with Markers.

Actually, I didn't like this piece of DSP and forced myself to use it.  WOW!

Like I said....it's my favorite!

I hope you enjoyed this Sneak Peak.  Remember to attend my

Customers Appreciation Event

Saturday, June 26, 2010

3 PM

The Stamp Sell-er

Until Next Time....

Hugs, Karie B.

NEW IB&C & Me!

The NEW Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog 

is almost here ...Officially.  

A few demonstrators were invited to join a special group to help them learn how to be leaders.  Although my title with the company is too high for me to join, a few of my team did.  One of their challenges earned them the privilege of being the first to receive their copy of the new catalog.  Two of my team earned this, Way To Go Sue & Jackie!!

When I got the call yesterday evening that one had received her copy we all made quick work of calling other MemoryINKers team members for an impromptu meeting at that demonstrator's home.  We ordered pizza and although everyone was eating, it was my turn to look at the catalog and I couldn't eat greasy pizza and touch Sue's new book.  Below you can see just how that problem was solved for me.  Another demonstrator, Laurie, helped me eat my pizza while it was still hot!  As you can see, I didn't let eating interfere with this exciting opportunity, most of us didn't even take time to change from our casual clothes (I didn't have on any make-up either...hope I don't scare of anyone!)

You Gotta Love Team Work!

If you are wondering why the book looks so strange, it is because Stampin' Up! has asked that those who earned the book early do not post any photos of it, or it's contents, before it is officially released on July 1, 2010.  So, in order to comply with that I did use my Photoshop program to quickly cover the front and back of the catalog.

So What IS New?  Well, I am not allowed to share much, but I can tell you there is a LOT of New Stuff that will THRILL YOU!!  The New Hostess sets are AWESOME!  Each Level has something to please everyone.  I want almost all of them!  The new set up of some of the standard layouts for items seems a bit easier to use so I think all of you will appreciate that too.  There are lots of new stamp sets, new designer papers and scrap kits, and many new accessories...you're gonna LOVE it!

If you want to see the New Idea Book & Catalog for yourself, plan now to attend my

Customer Appreciation Event 

on Saturday, June 26, 2010

at 3 PM.  

You Can View The New Products on Display, 

Create A Free Make & Take, 

WIN PRIZES,

Buy Retired Products,

Place Orders, and more!

HOSTESSES (that held a workshop, or book party, between July '09 & June '10) ...that is the same date as your Luncheon!  Watch for your Invitation Only information via USPS to be mailed to you in about a week or so.  I have some way cool Projects for you this year!

Speaking of Hostess Workshops....If you choose a date for your workshop (to be held between in July or August  of 2010) at this event and I will add a FREE PACKAGE of the NEW IN-COLOR card stock to qualifying workshops.  If you contact me to pick your date BEFORE the June 26th event, I will add in one FREE INK PAD!  But don't wait....My summer schedule is filling up fast!

Have a Fabulous Memorial Day Weekend!

Hugs, Karie B.

Stampin' Up! booth at the Scrapbook Mega Meet

What Fun We Had! 

My son, Adam, worked the cash area, 

while my husband, Michael, helped you with the Free Make & Take.  

That left me available for your questions!

So many of you stopped by my booth just to say hello, create a FREE Make & Take, or to shop!  It was so wonderful to see you again, or meet you for the first time!  I am always on such a high during the day and totally exhausted each night.  But, knowing you will be there the next morning makes me wake up with a smile on my face....even if I barely slept at all.

Here are the photos I promised you.  Are you in any of them?  If so, email me and let me know who you are & where you are in the photo, include your address and I will send you a free gift too!

Adam & Me (he single ladies!!)  & Pat Schultz, who didn't want a photo...oops!

Michael prefers to stand at the M&T

Here's a rare shot where he actually sat down!

LOTS OF SHOPPERS

Michael teaches with a line waiting for a seat.

I love watching him and couldn't resist a peak while I handed out

drawing slips and my class brochures. 

YES! As you can see; Men DO Attend Scrapbook Events!

They even make the Make & Takes!!

CONGRATULATIONS TO 
THE DRAWING WINNERS!!

GRAND PRIZE $50 Product Basket

Joanie Peltzer, Grand Blanc, MI

$10 Product Winners:
Annie Walters, Waterford, MI
Julianna Smith, Southgate, MI
Brenda Yardley, Franklin, MI

Now You Have A Choice!

Wood Mount or Clear Mount Stamps!

If you tried the Make & Take you had the chance to use the 

same stamp set, Elements of Style, in both versions, 

Wood (Item # 118611 $27.95) or Clear (Item #120045 $19.95)

Shown above the flower stamp is on the clear, and the sentiment on wood.

Or perhaps you had the chance to use the opposite set up.

The Acrylic block shown above is the largest currently available;

Block F (Item #118483 $16.95)

Below is a photo of the smallest block that I wore on a necklace.

Block A (Item #118487 $3.95)

I am already making plans for next years Great Lakes Mega Meet (May 6, 7, & 8, 2011).  I will have more scrap kits, more card kits, more embellishments and another Loyalty Gift!  Be sure to watch your emails for that one!.  Plus, naturally, another FREE Make & Take with a matching 12" 2-page spread at a great price!  In the mean time, check my schedule for upcoming classes at the Stamp Sell-er (the craft room in my basement). 

Brochure Typos Challenge

I am getting many email on the contest to find the typos in my brochure.  Some of you have found a few I didn't see, watch for your extra special gift, many more found ones I knew about. However, a few of you picked some that are not typos, but a play on words.  The word Base-Meant is not basement it is 'a base meant for' hyphenated to indicate a basement....because I did this on purpose, it is not spelled wrong.  And Sell-er is not celler or seller, for the same reason...So if you picked one of those two....send in another one via email for a free gift!

Watch my blog for the update  

ABC Class 

(Anything But Cards) 

info that many of you asked about. 

 The next one is the round Scrapbook in a Box

that you saw on display and it will be held on June 16th at 6:30 PM.

Hope to see you in The Stamp Sell-er Soon!

Hugs, Karie B.