Different Ways to Be A Demonstrator

If you know one or two Stampin' Up! Demonstrators, or representatives from another stamping company, then you may have your own idea of what that means.  Did you know that there are actually many different ways to be a Demonstrator?

  • Business or Career Demonstrator:  You see how the Stampin' Up! demonstrator opportunity can really earn you money doing something you already love – stamping & scrapbooking! Maybe you love doing workshops, meeting new people, teaching others how to be creative… The great thing about being a demonstrator is that it's YOUR business and it can look however you want it to look!
  • Hobby Demonstrator:  Stamping & scrapbooking is your hobby and the demostrator opportunity is a great way to save you money each time you purchase your supplies!  You might only "sell" product to yourself, or you might occasionally sell to friends and family… as long as it doesn't take too much time or effort.
  • Discount or Temporary Demonstrator:  Some people view the "starter kit" as a way to get a lot of Stampin' Up! goodies at once, for a discount.  You might stick with it for a short time, or just let your demonstratorship lapse.

Perhaps you find yourself somewhere in between one of these "types" of demonstrators – that's where I fall!  I love stamping and scrapbooking, and I'm slowly building my business as time permits.  As a stay-at-home mom with a 2 year old, what I love about being a demonstrator is that I work when I can, and only schedule workshops and classes when it is best for me and my family.

If you can see yourself in any of these Stampin' Up! Demonstrator categories, and want to talk to me about the opportunity, then contact me!  I love what I do, and sharing it with others – and I can talk to you about my experiences over the past 4-1/2 years!  I would love to have YOU on my team!

Happy Crafting!

~Elisa

Class Deadline & Save the Date!

The deadline to sign up for the Blossom Petals Class is coming up in 1 day!  Friday, April 8th (midnight) is the last day to register for any of the 3 dates.  I DO have openings for all dates, so register today!

ALSO, Save the DATE! Our local Mulitple-Demonstrator "Craft Garage Sale" is on April 30 from 10-noon.  More details to come, but we will have LOTS of great, retired Stampin' Up! items, as well as other crafting goodies.  I hope you will join us for all the fun and bargains!

Contact me with questions about either announcement!

Happy Crafting!

~Elisa

Blossom Petals Card & Purse Class

As those of you on my mailing list know, I'm having a very fun class later this month…  We will be making these projects in my Blossom Petals Class!

Blossom Petals Class Projects 
I have 3 class dates scheduled, and the first date is already full!  So, if you plan to attend this class, sign up soon to make sure you get in!

Available class dates and times now are Tuesday, April 26 at 7 PM & Saturday, April 30 at 2 PM.  If neither of those dates work for you, I'm willing to offer the class at another date and time that does work for you if you can guarantee 4 – 6 attendees.  All classes are at my home, so if you need directions once you register then let me know!

Visit the class page for more information, and to register by April 8th!

Happy Crafting!

~Elisa

 
 

Playing With Chipboard & My Big Shot

I'm back from my mini-hiatus and ready to show you some really cute projects that my sister and I created over her spring break!

Up first, is my On Board chipboard (114320) project, using the Big Shot  die-cutting machine (113439).  I recently ordered some sheets of the On Board chipboard specifically to try it out on my Big Shot.  I think my project turned out very cute, even though some of the items I used are "retired" items.  I think it is very fitting for spring & spring break!

Tropical door hanger-front Tropical door hanger-back
     
I love the Top Note Die (113463) so much – it's very versatile!  It's beautiful on scrapbook pages & cards, and I've used it to make lovely 3D projects like boxes, bag toppers, and table placecards.  If someone made me choose only one die, then this would be it!

The On Board chipboard pages come in a package of 6, 13-3/4"x5-3/4" sheets, already sized to run through the Big Shot.

Some of the other items I used for this project: Circle Ice Rhinestone Brads (109111), Circle Fire Rhinestone Brads (109110), Billboard Sizzlits Decorative Strip Die (114510), Rose Red, Pumpkin Pie, So Saffron & Old Olive Card Stock. The rest of the items I used are "retired" so if you need to know what they are, just email me or message me in the comments.  Funny story… I had to add the metal pieces on each side of the project because of the big flowers at the top.  It was tipping to the side and the metal balances it so it hangs straight.  It gave me a cute place to tie a ribbon knot, anyway!

I hope you enjoyed this project.  Watch for more very soon.  We created a LOT of cute projects!

Happy Crafting!

~Elisa