New Sale A Bration Freebies coming in late February,

http://su-media.s3.amazonaws.com/media/catalogs/Sale-A-Bration_2017/SAB_2017_2nd%20Release_SP.pdf

Do you love new product? Do you love getting it first?

Did you know that tomorrow Stampin' UP! is releasing 3 new awesome Sale-a-Bbration products?

Did you know that as a demonstrator I get to preorder them without the $90 requirement.

Ready to enjoy a minimum 20% savings on personal purchases?

Ready to join my team?

Contact me so I can:
a. Give you some great kit suggestions
b. Answer any questions you have 
c. Give you direct links to join with me 
d. Help you maximize this exciting offer.

Join!

It’s the best time of year to join Stampin’ Up! During Sale-A-Bration, you can become a demonstrator for just $169 AUD/$189 NZD and choose TWO additional stamp sets for your Starter Kit—any stamp set, any price! (Excludes project kits, bundles, and Sale-A-Bration sets.) Plus, the kit ships for free!

To date we have two lovely ladies who have joined during this the best time ever to join stampin' Up! They will benefit from my expertise where Stampin' UP! and their business is concerned, as well as learning from both myself and Leanne on all the tips and tricks of crafting, running workshops and being a part of a very large "Paper Bells" team. 

They saw the benefits of joining during the time when Stampin' Up! offer incentives to good to miss.

This is soo me

Stampin" Up! inks, what we use each different ink for.

AHH it's raining in Townsville for a change, so nice to see it coming down. I have spent the morning in the craft room doing cards ready for the open house thisThursday. To date, we have 7 of us for the morning session but no one for the evening session. There is still time for people to join us or request a more suitable time frame for you to attend.

Here is a useful video by Ann the Happy Stamper on our inks that I thought I'd share as I take a wee break from the craft room.
https://youtu.be/ST7OjgWrBI0

a beaut saying for today

Open House this Thursday

   OPEN HOUSE

Welcoming in the newest catalogue sale. "Occasions and Sale A Bration".

Where: 9 New England Court Douglas. 

When: Thursday 3rd February.

Times: 9.30 - 1230   or 7.30 - 9.30pm.

What can u bring: adhesive of your choice for technique/project making.

Door Prize:  one or two lucky people will win a prize on the day.

RSVP REQUIRED PLEASE:

Email:  rpgmillican@gmail.com

Phone: (07) 47791342 / 0400031235

       Light refreshments provided.

Not crafty but a handy conversion chart that I found and thought to share with you.

Here are some basic conversions, rounded off

1 teaspoon = 5ml = 0.2 oz
1 tablespoon = 20ml = 0.7 oz
1 cup = 250ml = 8.4 oz
1/2 cup = 125ml = 4.2 oz
1/4 cup = 60ml = 2.1 oz
1/8 cup = 30ml = 1 oz
Other (roughly rounded) amounts:
2 oz = 60ml = 3 tbsp = 1/4 cup
4 oz = 120ml = 1/2 cup = 6 tbsp
6 oz = 175ml = 3/4 cup
8 oz = 235ml = 1 cup less 1 tbsp
10 oz = 300ml = 1 cup plus 2 tbsp
12 oz = 350ml = 1 & 1/2 cups less 1 tbsp
14 oz = 415 ml = 1 & 3/4 cups less 2 tsp
16 oz = 475 ml = 1 & 7/8 cups
18 oz = 530 ml = 2 & 1/8 cups
20 oz = 590ml = 2 & 3/8 cups

Oven temps- We use ºCelsius for temperature 
100ºC = 212ºF
110ºC = 230ºF
120ºC = 248ºF 
130ºC = 266ºF 
140ºC = 284ºF
150ºC = 302ºF Slow
160ºC = 320ºF
170ºC = 338ºF
180ºC = 356ºF Moderate
190ºC = 374ºF 
200ºC = 392º,

Handy tip- you need 3 tsp of powdered gelatine to set 500ml of liquid ,

A crafters message and a update from me.

Love it!!!
Hi guys, sorry but I have been away for a few days with the better half and our beautiful shitzu Ewok. We went glamping with our caravan for a few days at Alva Beach Caravan Park just out of Ayr, totally recommend them. $35 night powered site with the 4th night free, we can never stay the distance so take up the free night but it's great that they don't increase their price for Fri and Sat night like Rollingstone cAravan Park Its not on the beach and u do need midgee spray if its not windy but hey small price to pay for peace and tranquility.


But I was not slack whilst away, I learnt a totally new card design and had a lot of fun playing with it. Sorry I cannot show any of my creations until after the OPEN HOUSE this Thursday

If for some reason you cannot make it on Thursday morning/night session, I am happy to do another day or night if you let me know. The weekend may suit you better and if I open it up to everyone you might just have few others to share the new Occasions and Sale A Bration Cattie. Of course, a door prize will also be offered as well.

Just give me a email rpgmillican@gmail.com
or a call on 47791342/0400031235

We have a brand new video featuring the Designer Tee Stamp Set

http://email.stampinup.com/t?r=4085&c=696&l=2&ctl=32C7:1874A43229C941C128A1F4093B427A93&

My new exercise regime.

My new Prayer

Watercolour Pencils

https://youtu.be/HYJbjDT--hY


Watercolour Pencils

On the short video Shannon shares some great tips on how to use them.

Stampin’ Up! Video: Sale-A-Bration Any Occasion Stamp

https://youtu.be/pb7-twhW03I

Images © Stampin’ Up!

Good morning my crafty friends

He forgot the hotpack at full speed that I am currently sitting with due to OH HUM back pain.
But I hope to craft later today if improves, if not watch out for new tips and tricks and or videos.

a top tip for you

https://www.facebook.com/ThePamperedStamper/videos/1443844852312198/


This is my first time on the computer today due to vomiting all morning and sleeping all afternoon. Not sure if it was a bug or some chicken I had last night. Greg had steak and I had chicken so that's all I can put it down to. Finally eating dry biscuits and drinking lemonade so must be on the mend.  But this tip appeared on my facebook so I thought I'd share.

How to Use a Ruler by Connie Stewart

https://youtu.be/Z8kXSVNytJo

Simply Simple 2-MINUTE TUESDAY TIP - How to Use a Ruler by Connie Stewart

Quick & Easy 2-Step Stamping by Connie Stewart

https://youtu.be/bhLo01yoAsY



Simply Simple 2-MINUTE TUESDAY TIP - Quick & Easy 2-Step Stamping by Connie Stewart

Create a Unique Design with Border Stamps

https://youtu.be/yAcNijV7Bhs

Simply Simple 2-MINUTE TUESDAY TIP - Create a Unique Design with Border Stamps by Connie Stewart

 

Connie Stewart

A new way of extending your Stitched Framlits

https://youtu.be/ClKg3frWdZ8

Hi guys, just returned from having an MRI for my lower back as it has been giving me hell for a long while and changes have occurred in pain and discomfort. So I will know soon what is causing the increased pain levels. Has impacted on my crafting ability as only spending short time and not really enjoying it when I do.

Anyway, at least I can keep everyone up to date with the latest and greatest in the Stampin' Up! world whilst sitting with hot pack and browsing the web.

Thanks to Debbie Henderson yet again, she has come up with a brilliant technique to make better use of our products and has graciously shared them with us all. Don't you just love Stampin' Up's! policy of sharing is caring and crafting should be shared by all.
Enjoy!

In- colour combinations courtesy of Patty Bennett.

Receive a Free Handmade Card

Everyone who places an order in my Online Store during the month of January and uses the Hostess Code  "Y9UK2SWR"* will receive a handmade card created by me.  I'll leave it blank on the inside, so you can either keep it for inspiration or turn around and send it off to a loved one.  Your order will be shipped directly to your door, and I'll send the card to you soon thereafter.  

YOU MUST USE THE  HOSTESS CODE Y9UK2SWR *

TO RECEIVE YOUR CARD.

* PLEASE NOTE: If your order exceeds $300 before s&h and tax, don't use the Hostess Code and you'll qualify for FREE Hostess Rewards.  Collect enough orders to reach $450 and you'll receive an additional $25 in Hostess Rewards.  

Plus you'll still receive your free handmade card from me.

But remember to tick “LET DEMONSTRATOR KNOW” so I get you email address to contact you I can personally for a mailing address. I am only given your email address and what you purchase so I can support you if there are any issues as your demonstrator.

I will not invade your privacy once I have your email address, I use my blog as my communication to all my customers, friends and family. I firmly believe Stampin’ Up! products sell themselves and as a demonstrator, I am there only if you need my support or of course if you would like an in- your home workshop or to come to classes.

Sale A Bration watercolour designer series paper card and instructions.

Supplies

• 3 7/8 x 5 1/8” Inside the Lines Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 143830
• Watercolour Pencils – 141709
• Aqua Painters – 103954
• 4 ¼ x 11 & 1 ¼ x 3 Whisper White Cardstock – 100730
• 4 x 5 ¼ & 1 ½ x 3 ¼ Rich Razzleberry Cardstock – 115316
• Dragonfly Dreams Stamp Set – 142924
• Bundle – 144728
• Memento Pad – 132708
• Refill – 133456
• Stampin’ Dimensionals – 104430

Directions

• Colour DSP using watercolour pencils and aqua painter (Stampin’ Write markers also work)
• Score 4 ¼ x 11 Whisper White cardstock at 5 ½”, fold and burnish
• Layer DSP on top of Rich Razzleberry cardstock
• Stamp saying from Dragonfly Dreams in Memento on small Whisper White cardstock
• Layer small Whisper White cardstock on small Rich Razzleberry cardstock
• Add dimensionals to back of all Rich Razzleberry cardstock
• Layer large Rich Razzleberry on top of Whisper White cardstock
• Layer smaller Rich Razzleberry in middle of DSP
• DONE!!!

Supplies

• 3 7/8 x 5 1/8” Inside the Lines Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 143830
• Watercolour Pencils – 141709
• Aqua Painters – 103954
• 4 ¼ x 11 & 1 ¼ x 3 Whisper White Cardstock – 100730
• 4 x 5 ¼ & 1 ½ x 3 ¼ Rich Razzleberry Cardstock – 115316
• Dragonfly Dreams Stamp Set – 142924
• Bundle – 144728
• Memento Pad – 132708
• Refill – 133456
• Stampin’ Dimensionals – 104430

Directions

• Colour DSP using watercolour pencils and aqua painter (Stampin’ Write markers also work)
• Score 4 ¼ x 11 Whisper White cardstock at 5 ½”, fold and burnish
• Layer DSP on top of Rich Razzleberry cardstock
• Stamp saying from Dragonfly Dreams in Memento on small Whisper White cardstock
• Layer small Whisper White cardstock on small Rich Razzleberry cardstock
• Add dimensionals to back of all Rich Razzleberry cardstock
• Layer large Rich Razzleberry on top of Whisper White cardstock
• Layer smaller Rich Razzleberry in middle of DSP
• DONE!!!

This was cased from Melissa Newberg - thanks for sharing Melissa.

To get this DSP ou only need to spend $90 in my 24/7 online store and you can have 12 of these 12x12 papers to colour for "Free".

click on link below to go to store.

http://www3.stampinup.com/ECWeb/CategoryPage.aspx?categoryid=120700&dbwsdemoid=4012322

Inside the lines designer series paper video

https://youtu.be/cSrrRQ-lQCw

Open House for Occasions and Sale A Bration Catalogues.

      OPEN HOUSE

Welcoming in the newest catalogue sale. "Occasions and Sale A Bration".

Where: 9 New England Court Douglas. 

When: Thursday 3rd February.

Times: 9.30 - 1230   or 7.30 - 9.30pm.

What can u bring: adhesive of your choice for technique/project making.

Door Prize:  one or two lucky people will win a prize on the day.

RSVP REQUIRED PLEASE:

Email:  rpgmillican@gmail.com

Phone: (07) 47791342 / 0400031235

       Light refreshments provided.

A good statement for us crafty people this morning.

One for the men in our lives

Congrats Leanne and welcome Pam

A belated congrats to my down-line Leanne for recruiting Pam during Sale A Bration (SAB) time. Pam was to join back in November but we advised her that the best time to join was during SAB as you receive the most amazing amount of extras for your starter kit.  Pam waited and not only did she get TWO stamps to the value of $79 (max) she got a SAB free product for every $90 she spent. What a way to start 2017 hey.

Now Pam may not wish to be anything more than a hobbist and just have great products and a 20% discount on all her purchases, or she may wish to be an active demonstrator and enjoy sharing her love of craft with others.  Pam lives in Charters Towers so all the crafty people there will benefit from having a Stampin' Up! demonstrator in their town. Even as a hobbist Pam can still sell Stampin' Up! products to her customers to assist with her quarterly requirements of $300 in purchases to stay a demonstrator and all the benefits.


So welcome Pam to our lovely crafty family and to my team.

My motto for 2017

and always remember that mistakes are just chances to embellish or be creative.

Tool Time - Trimmer & Adhesive Remover Libby Dyson

https://youtu.be/SPWO9wNHGrk

Thanks to Libby Dyson for sharing this excellent technique video on how to look after our stampin' Up! trimmer.

Chill out day doing craft

Of course, that does not include craft, my plan for today is to make as many cards as I can do without interruptions.
House is clean, washing up-to-date, too hot to garden so no obstacles to stop me. Opps forgot, back will not tolerate me doing more than a few hours in the craft room and need breaks, but I will do as much as it allows me to. Now just need to have Hubby not to want to go out or come up with ideas that include me in the plan, hopefully, he just wants to chill out.

reposting "Join My Team" with corrections

Join my team during Sale A Bration and you get extra for your outlay.

Just click on the below link to join, it's that easy.

http://www.stampinup.net/esuite/home/uniquelyraye/jointhefun

Flyer:
https://my.stampinup.com/portal/docs/default-source/business-resources/print-lab/recruiting-and-team-leading/south-pacific-english/starter-kit-flyer-au.pdf?sfvrsn=10

Q & A to Join my team/Stampin'Up!

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

(Join my team)

·        What am I getting for my $169.00

o   $235.00 in merchandise of your choice from any of the active catalogues

·        No shipping charges, it will be ship to you for free 10% saving

During “Sale A Bration” 4/1/2017 – 31sr March 2017  you will also receive TWO EXTRA STAMP SET/S  up to the value of $179.00 “FREE”.  *bundles cannot be included as free stamp sets.

You also receive one “FREE” item from the Sale A Bration catalogue for every $90.00 purchase and these will be included in your kit so free shipping will apply.

VERY IMPORTANT: IF YOU DO JOIN, MY TEAM, YOU NEED TO KNOW THAT YOU MUST NOT GO OVER THE AGREED AMOUNT OF $169.00 WHEN YOU PURCHASE YOUR STARTER KIT – GO AS CLOSE TO IT AS YOU CAN BUT NEVER OVER $169.00 (NOT EVEN 1 CENT OVER).

·        Stay Active or Not?

o   $300 is all it takes to stay active on a calendar quarter

§  Ie: if you sign up in December/2016, this quarter does not count. Your first quarter does not end until March/31/2017.

·        Do I have to host workshops?

·        No you do not have to host workshops

·        Do I have to sell to other people?

No you do not have to sell to other people, you can be your own best customer

·        What is my discount/instant income

·        Always starts at 20% and can be as high as 38% (instant income)

·        New products

o   Be the first to try new products in the new catalogues. *Annual catalogues pre-order 1^st May for demonstrators  and customers is 1^st June

·        You can pre-order from the new catalogues, Occasions, Holiday catalogues one month in advance as well.

·        Stamping rewards Benefits

·        If your order qualifies for Stamping rewards benefits, you will receive them in addition to your 20% instant income

·        Business or Hobby?

o   that decision is entirely up to you.

·        A great way to make additional income doing what you love

Demonstrator  Business Web-site  (DBWS)

·        Cost : $19.95 per month

·        Easiest way of ordering products and maintaining your business.

·        New customers can find you and order through your web-site without having any contact with you personally.

·        They are able to shop via your site 24/7 from their own lounge room.  They can also notify you that they would like to have a workshop etc via this site.

·        Best way of keeping Up-to-Date with Stampin’ Up! and what is happening on a day to day basis.

·        What if I do not meet the quarterly minimum?

o   You will be dropped as a demonstrator and you become my customer again

o   The merchandise is yours to keep!

·        Were you a demonstrator and want to re-join Stamping Up?

o   If you were a demonstrator under me and dropped you may rejoin my team immediately.

·        If you were a demonstrator under another upline and want to join my team you will need to wait 90 days after you dropped. So if you became inactive last Sept you can join NOW. Team Leader is inactive you do not need to wait the 90 days period.

What does it mean to be a demonstrator? 

Anything you want it to. 

You can enjoy the discount for your hobby, have a class or two and make a little money or make it a full-time business. 

It's up to you! 

And joining my team gives you all the support and friendship you could ever ask for!  My team is nationwide so no worries if you are not local to me.

I will support you as much as I can and am happy to walk you through your first few weeks/months as a Demonstrator if you need assistance.

Join my team by clicking on the “Join my Team” link (new) on my blog, or via the link at the top of this page  or alternatively: 
by contacting me personally via email: rpgmillican@gmail.com

Ph:  07  47791342  

       0400031235

A funny pic when we have so much sadness in our world today.

Just sitting with coffee reading all the day's headlines on Nine.com and needed a pick me up when saw this on FB so just had to share.

Question for you.

Hi all my crafting family and friends. I am considering having a facebook party where we all do small crafting tasks that I set, and I offer incentives and prize patrols over a weekend period. I would be posting lots of ideas, videos etc over the weekend as well and generally having a good crafting party in our PJ's in the comfort of our own homes.

This is a new way of getting together and crafting, both to me and in today's high-tec world. I understand people are too busy to hold parties or come to my workshops so this may suit you. However, I would like a show of hands as this will take a bit of effort on my part to undertake as it is SCARY and FUN at the same time and I would hate to do it alone. I would post a Hostess Code that you may use to make a purchase from my on-line Stampin' Up! store (24/7) and everyone that makes a purchase will get a card from me (post address privately in the FB  message section).

This will be a closed group once I work out how to do that so that only myself and you and anyone you invite to the group can see what we are up to and be the only ones to get the free card recipes that I intend to post.

I would really like to set this up as it is a great way to get together without any effort for you guys except crafting +++ and maybe a game or two.

Either comment on this page or email me on rpgmillican@mail.com
ph 07 47791342        0400031235

Restricted to Australian residents only I'm sorry.

Coloured Pencil Storage

Thanks to my Upline Shannean for posting this excellent suggestion on facebook. I really liked it and thought you guys might too.Definitely how I will be storing mine now.