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A new Look for my blog + Blog Candy

I have been updating my blog with some fun new things. Have you noticed? Let me sing the praises of Michelle Laycock again. She designed my banner more than a year ago, and brought me into the blogging world. So, you might could call her my blogging mother. ( She's younger than I am- but isn't everybody? ) She has been developing her graphics talents and making the blog world a more beautiful place.  I just discovered that she offers code and buttons of upcoming Stampin' Up promotions and projects absolutely free to other Stampin' Up demonstrators. What a wonderful way to pay it forward. SO the really neat - makes me look amazing - sidebar items, are a gift from her. Thank you so much Michelle!

Now, I would like to pay it forward with Blog candy.  Leave a comment with this post and convince someone else to do the same, and I will draw a lucky winner for a card paper sampler pack of the new Stampin" Up in colors. Thanks for stopping by to visit.

A quick digital page to share -

 

I found this digital Quickpage here.

Country Living Special Edition Stamp Set

This is a great value and a way to simplify the Holidays. To order this set visit my website.

Invite the warmth and coziness of the holidays into your home with Stampin’ Up!’s Country Living Holiday Collection Stampin’ Kit. This kit has everything you need to create beautiful handcrafted ornaments.

• Holiday Collection stamp set
• Die-cut chipboard and Designer Series paper
• Card stock
• Ribbon and cord
• Pretties Kit brads
• Dazzling Diamonds Stampin’ Glitter
• Adhesives
• Classic Stampin’ Spots

Create dazzling ornaments and memories that will last a lifetime!  Click on the photo (above) for full details!

Birthday party Stampin' Up style

Only a few days left - 4 actually to take advantage of this sale!

Download 20thBirthday_US_1008-1.pdf

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Stampin' Up is having a birthday!

And they are celebrating with a party and a sale on....  birthday stamp sets. This sample was done by artisan award winner Michelle Fischer.

Stamps Little Flowers Party Hearty Stem Sayings Paper Pixie Pink card stock Whisper White card stock Pink Pirouette textured card stock Sweet Always Designer Series paper Ink Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin' Pad Tangerine Tango Classic Stampin' Pad Accessories Chocolate Chip 1/4" grosgrain ribbon Tangerine Tango 1/4" grosgrain ribbon Stampin' Dimensionals Scallop Circle punch 1/2" Circle punch 3/4" Circle punch

Birthday Promotion

Dates: October 1-31, 2008

Promotion Details:

Spend $20 in regular catalog merchandise and qualify to purchase any preselected birthday/celebration stamp sets at 20 percent off.

Item #	Page #	Description	Retail Price	20% Off Price
109439	62	Big Bold Birthday	$27.95	$22.36
112895	62	Cumpleaños genial y divertido (Spanish Big Bold Birthday)*	$27.95	$22.36
111532	63	Party Hearty*	$26.95	$21.56
110994	64	Bitty Birthday	$12.95	$10.36
111618	64	Crazy for Cupcakes*	$23.95	$19.16
111546	65	Simple Birthday Thanks*	$17.95	$14.36
111702	65	Time to Party*	$16.95	$13.56
108559	68	Crab & Company	$27.95	$22.36

*Stamp sets are die cut.

The Energy Bus

I have recently read the book "The Energy Bus" . I thought it was helpful to rekindle feelings of interest and motivation in my Stampin'Up business. The author, John Gordon,  suggests 10 rules to follow to help move in the direction of your dreams.

• You are the driver of your bus
• Desire, Vision, and focus move your bus in the right direction
• Fuel your ride with positive energy
• Invite people on your bus and share your vision for the road ahead
• Don't waste your energy on those who don't get on your bus
• Post a sign that says No energy vampires allowed on your bus
• Enthusiasm attracts more passengers and energizes them during the ride
• Love your passengers
• Drive with purpose
• Have fun and enjoy the ride

I would recommend this book as a quick read with some inspiration.
I am always inspired by the enthusiasm of my customers.

Terri's great workshop

This is why i love stampin' up. I was invited to demo at an in home workshop Saturday, and had a great time with great women. They each made 2 terrific cards , and had reason to be proud of their accomplishment. I love to see them have a good time and accomplish something at the same time. If they choose to send these cards to someone, it will most certainly brighten someone's day!  Thanks Terri - it was a great workshop!