Blowout Sale on Retiring Products

Stampin' Up! is saying goodbye to hundreds of retiring products from the 2013-2014 annual catalog. There are major discounts on retiring products!! From now until June 4, 2014, the company is offering a 25%-50% discount on many of the retiring products. Get them before they're gone!  ALL products are only available while supplies last, so be sure to get your orders in as soon as possible!

Here are links to the PDF files on products as of 3:00PM 5/28/14:

Retiring Stamp Sets:
http://su-media.s3.amazonaws.com/media/lastChance/2014_NA_RetiredList/NA/US_Retiring_Stamps.pdf

Retriring Accessories:
http://su-media.s3.amazonaws.com/media/lastChance/2014_NA_RetiredList/NA/US_Retiring_Accessories.pdf

If you'd like to place an order, and make sure the product you've selected from one or both of these lists is still available, please contact me as soon as possible!  While placing your order, I'll be able to immediately tell if an item is available.

Happy Stamping!
Misty

Join & Save

Ever thought about being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - even if it's only for the discount?  Now would be a great time to join!  Feel free to click the link above to learn more, or contact me, and we'll talk it over.

Here's some useful information I've posted in the past, that might help you decide if you'd like to join:

Stampin' Up! has summed it all up in this FAQ about being a demonstrator:

http://www.stampinup.com/us/documents/FAQs_about_Being_a_Demonstrator_US.pdf

FAQs about Being a Demonstrator

1.  What are the minimum sales requirements?

You only need to submit $300 in sales per quarter. That is less than an average
Stampin’ Up!® workshop!  Also, you can submit your sales in any increment you
wish and still receive your 20 percent discount and

commission.

2.  What if I want to do this as a hobby and not necessarily a business?

Stampin’ Up! supports all demonstrators, no matter their goals or the level at
which they choose to run their business. If you choose

not to hold workshops, you can simply place your own orders and/or

collect orders from family and friends to equal the $300 quarterly sales minimum.

3.  Can I be my own hostess?

Yes, you can be your own hostess anytime you want. Invite your family and friends
into your home and have a workshop. You will be the hostess, receiving the hostess
benefits, as well as the demonstrator, receiving your instant income and commission.

4.  How much does it cost to get started as a demonstrator?

The Starter Kit is only $99, and is fully customizable. You choose up to $125 worth
of any current Stampin’ Up! products, and you will also r eceive a business supplies
pack containing materials you need to run your business (valued at $65).

5.  How can I make money as a demonstrator?

You can earn money in three ways: instant income (20 percent of each order),
monthly volume rebates (5 –20 percent of total sales), and monthly downline
override commissions (2–6.5 percent of your recruits’ sales).

6.  Do I have to recruit other demonstrators?

No. If you were to recruit demonstrators, you would be paid override commissions
on your downline’s sales, but this is a perk, not a requirement.

7.  Where will I get project ideas for my workshops? What kind of training can I
expect?

Stampin’ Up! provides dozens of training resources filled with project ideas and tips
to help you run every aspect of your business, including a monthly publication called
Stampin’ Success, Demonstrator Support agents, a demonstrator-only website,
hundreds of samples, annual and seasonal catalogs, a training DVD, the
Demonstrator Manual, and a Product Guide.

8.  Is Stampin’ Up! a well-known, respected company?

Since 1988, Stampin’ Up! has been selling rubber stamps and paper-crafting supplies.
In that time, not only have we won industry awards and accolades, but also the loyalty
and admiration of demonstrators and customers alike. And that is a trend that we work
hard to maintain. You can rest assured that the reputation of Stampin’ Up! will only
continue to improve!

9.  What if I decide that I don’t like it once I’ve started? Will I be penalized if I quit?

You may choose to stop at anytime, and you will not be penalized. You simply stop
placing orders.  However, there are many benefits to remaining an active demonstrator.

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Here's another post about what kind of demonstrator you might like to be:

Hobby Demonstrator: Most that fall into this category hold occasional workshops to make a little
extra money, but they don't plan on making Stampin' Up! a career for themselves.

Discount Demonstrator: You are mainly a demonstrator just for the fabulous benefit of receiving
20% off each order to fund your Stampin' addiction.  You still might sell to friends, family, and
neighbors, but you are in the demonstratorship for yourself and your personal pursuits of
happiness in the Stampin' Up! world.

Seasonal Demonstrator:  Works fantastically hard to earn specific amounts of money and to meet
certain goals for themselves for part of the year, then kicks back and makes sure to meet the
minimum quarterly orders for the rest of the year with no pressure.

Career Demonstrator: You pursue your demonstratorship as your career.  You hold regular
workshops, stamp classes, recruit new demonstrators, and want to further yourself within the
company, as far as you can go.

Of course, these aren't Stampin' Up!'s official descriptions - I embellished a little into how I see
the normal four demonstratorships go.  However, I think you get the point.  This is a fabulous
deal - to become an Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator at this time. 

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Take care and Happy Stamping!
Misty

June 2014 Class Dates

Hope everyone had a safe and Happy Memorial Day weekend!

Just wanted to give everyone a list of my upcoming card classes.  You can find these listed on my calendar on my Stampin' Up! blog at mistykulik.stampinup.net, and can RSVP to attend them there.

If you are interested in hosting a workshop (I do all the work - and you earn all the goodies!), please contact me to let me know what would be a good time for you.  We can throw the party at my house, or yours.  Invite friends and family to make 2 quick projects for absolutely no charge.  Get crafty today!

Happy Stamping!
Misty

June 1, 2014 (Sunday) 2-4 PM – Coffee & Tea Card Holder Class (Date 1 of 1)
Description: Make 4 cards to give to friends, holding packets of your favorite coffees or teas (not included).  You will be taught everything you need to know for this event, so no prior knowledge of card creation is necessary.
Fee: $25 minimum catalog order to make 4 special projects
Bring:

• REQUIRED: Your preferred adhesive (Tombo Liquid Glue is best and may be purchased at catalog price at class.)
• RECOMMENDED:
  • Clear-mount blocks
  • Personal cutter and bone folder
  • Paper snips/scissors
  • A friend new to me and to stamping!

For every one of the above items you bring to class, you'll get 1 ticket in a raffle drawing to be held during class for a free gift. If you bring a friend new to me and my classes, you get 10 tickets in the pot! Sign up for a workshop equaling at least $150 in sales during the month of June, July, and August, and you'll get another 10 tickets in another drawing to be held at the end of August for a free stamp set!

June 11, 2014 (Wednesday) 6:30-8:30 PM – Brayer Card Class (Date 1 of 1)
Description: Make 3 unique cards using the brayering technique.  You will be taught everything you need to know for this event, so no prior knowledge of card creation is necessary.
Fee: $25 minimum catalog order to make 3 special projects
Bring:

• REQUIRED: Your preferred adhesive (Tombo Liquid Glue is best and may be purchased at catalog price at class.)
• RECOMMENDED:
  • Clear-mount blocks
  • Brayer
  • Personal cutter and bone folder
  • Paper snips/scissors
  • A friend new to me and to stamping!

For every one of the above items you bring to class, you'll get 1 ticket in a raffle drawing to be held during class for a free gift. If you bring a friend new to me and my classes, you get 10 tickets in the pot! Sign up for a workshop equaling at least $150 in sales during the month of June, July, and August, and you'll get another 10 tickets in another drawing to be held at the end of August for a free stamp set!

June 7, 2014 (Saturday) 1-4 PM – Multipurpose Card Buffet (DATE 1 of 3)
Description: Make 8 multipurpose (birthday, sympathy, get well soon, etc.) cards of your choice for the base fee! Choose from a selection of 10-15 different designs.
Fee: $25 cash/check to make 8 cards of your choice with envelopes; $2.50 for each additional card over the 8.  Don't have enough time to make all 8 cards?  Choose from a different selection of premade cards to take home.
Bring:

• REQUIRED: Your preferred adhesive (Tombo Liquid Glue is best and may be purchased at catalog price at class.)
• RECOMMENDED:
  • Clear-mount blocks
  • Personal cutter and bone folder
  • Paper snips/scissors
  • A friend new to me and to stamping!

For every one of the above items you bring to class, you'll get 1 ticket in a raffle drawing to be held during class for a free gift. If you bring a friend new to me and my classes, you get 10 tickets in the pot! Sign up for a workshop equaling at least $150 in sales during the month of June, July, or August, and you'll get another 10 tickets in another drawing to be held at the end of August for a free stamp set!

June 16, 2014 (Monday) 6-9 PM – Multipurpose Card Buffet (DATE 2 of 3)

Description: Make 8 multipurpose (birthday, sympathy, get well soon, etc.) cards of your choice for the base fee! Choose from a selection of 10-15 different designs.
Fee: $25 cash/check to make 8 cards of your choice with envelopes; $2.50 for each additional card over the 8.  Don't have enough time to make all 8 cards?  Choose from a different selection of premade cards to take home.
Bring:

• REQUIRED: Your preferred adhesive (Tombo Liquid Glue is best and may be purchased at catalog price at class.)
• RECOMMENDED:
  • Clear-mount blocks
  • Personal cutter and bone folder
  • Paper snips/scissors
  • A friend new to me and to stamping!

For every one of the above items you bring to class, you'll get 1 ticket in a raffle drawing to be held during class for a free gift. If you bring a friend new to me and my classes, you get 10 tickets in the pot! Sign up for a workshop equaling at least $150 in sales during the month of June, July, or August, and you'll get another 10 tickets in another drawing to be held at the end of August for a free stamp set!

June 20, 2014 (Friday) 6-9 PM – Multipurpose Card Buffet (DATE 3 of 3)
Description: Make 8 multipurpose (birthday, sympathy, get well soon, etc.) cards of your choice for the base fee! Choose from a selection of 10-15 different designs.
Fee: $25 cash/check to make 8 cards of your choice with envelopes; $2.50 for each additional card over the 8.  Don't have enough time to make all 8 cards?  Choose from a different selection of premade cards to take home.
Bring:

• REQUIRED: Your preferred adhesive (Tombo Liquid Glue is best and may be purchased at catalog price at class.)
• RECOMMENDED:
  • Clear-mount blocks
  • Personal cutter and bone folder
  • Paper snips/scissors
  • A friend new to me and to stamping!

For every one of the above items you bring to class, you'll get 1 ticket in a raffle drawing to be held during class for a free gift. If you bring a friend new to me and my classes, you get 10 tickets in the pot! Sign up for a workshop equaling at least $150 in sales during the month of June, July, or August, and you'll get another 10 tickets in another drawing to be held at the end of August for a free stamp set!

June 22, 2014 (Sunday) 1-4 PM – Play Day/Open House (Date 1 of 1)
Come to my home, and feel free to use my Stampin' Up! ink pads, stamp sets, embossing folders, and other Big Shot dies/accessories for no charge.  This is a day for us to catch up on our own home projects, cards, and scrapbooks.  Bring your own paper and adhesives.

In case you missed the posting of all of my upcoming events for the next month, here it is in listed form.  Please feel free to check out my website for more details on each class: mistykulik.stampinup.net


June 2014:
Sun. – Jun. 1 – 2-4pm: Coffee & Tea Card Class
Sat. – Jun. 7 – 1-4pm: Multipurpose Card Buffet
Wed. – Jun. 11 – 6:30-8:30pm: Brayer Card Class
Mon. – Jun. 16 – 6-9pm: Multipurpose Card Buffet
Fri. – Jun. 20 - 6-9pm: Multipurpose Card Buffet
Sun. – Jun. 22 – 1-4pm: Play Day