Greetings from sunny Phoenix!  I am attending Stampin' Up!'s leadership conference.  Can I tell you it is awesome!  Well the weather and the conference!  I can't wait to show you the great things I am bringing back for you! 

Club Nights – there has been some confusion on those nights – and it was pointed out that my calendar is wrong – I sincerely apologize.  We are meeting Tuesday or Wednesday the 12 and 13.  If you are not currently a club member, this would be a great time to check it out. . . . I will be bringing back a TON of Awesome ideas from leadership – PLUS there is the new occasions mini catalog AND it's SALE-A-Bration!  Yippee!

I'll try and upload some great teaser samples when I get a chance to go out an buy a cord to connect my camera to my computer – mine was left at home 

BJ

Do you see the unique use of the ornament punch in this Christmas Flower?  I love this punch and you will too!  Hurry as it is only available for until Jan 1. 

Here’s a quick and easy Halloween decoration.  Isn’t it boootiful!       I used the Scallop square die and the Serif Essentials alphabet.  The finishing touches from the Eat, Drink and be Scary stamp set.   Give me a call if you are interested in making this quick and easy banner!

Do you belong to Twitter or Facebook?  If you do, look for me and follow my posts.  I am "stampinbj" on both of these social networking sites. 

Are you checking the weekly specials from Stampin’ Up!  There are some fantastic deals out there!  This weeks specials are;

• Perfect Setting Die – Sale $25.99
• Flower Burst Embosslet Die – Sale $5.99
• Pop-Up Three Tier Cake Die – $25.49

   

One of my great customers – Betsy Trondson is off to to walk in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society marathon this weekend.  Remember the Stamp a stack fundraiser we did back in August?  We had a great group – and raised a little money for Betsy – well actually for Leukemia and Lymphome research. 

While Betsy is walking this weekend (keep her in your prayers), she has a little fundraising and a little time left.  She is hosting a Stamp a stack on Sunday, Nov 8 from 1-4pm at my home.  10 cards for $20 PLUS I will donate 20% of all orders that day.  I hope you will consider supporting this great cause! 

I have to say that I have the BEARY Best Customers and Blog readers!  I have heard from many of you checking in on my absence of posting.  I Love you guys! 

So, here’s the scoop;

Founders Circle - Sept 16-20  OMG, This was the beary best Stampin’ Up! trip ever!  The details of the planning, the fabulous location (St. George Utah) and the best demonstrators – and new friends I made.  It was the PERFECT experience.  I wish that each of you could have enjoyed it with me. 

Peters Annual Booya - Sept 26 – Jim and I hosted about 150 friends for our annual paty on the 26th.  It was a very fun event but, it takes a lot of work to get ready. . . so, I missed posting for a couple of days.  Then on Monday, my sister in law had a brain aneuysm.  She is doing OK, though she is still in the hospital (prayers appreciated). 

Influenza - most of you know that in my "other" job, I manage the employee health department for a large health system.  With seasonal and H1N1 influenza vaccinations and illness ramping up, I am working long hours.  Oh, I can’t wait for the day that I can stamp, demonstrate and be creative all day long – everyday! 

So, hang in there. . . I’m still here.  I just might not be posting as frequently as I used to!  But, I’ll be back!!!!   

Stampin’ Up! Announced 2 new specials – AND to make it even more exciting – a new special each week throughout October!  Make sure you check back for the next special on October 12.

First Deal!   Punches - one of my favorites!

 #109183  Trio Flower punch (reg. price $15.95)  SALE price $10.99

#109041  5-Petal Flower punch (reg. price $15.95) SALE price $10.99

This awesome growth chart is available until Sept 30!  Here are a couple of examples from my Stampin’ Up! friends.  The first pictures shows the Growth Chart on a painted piece of plywood (my friend was concerned they wouldn’t be in their home the length of time they wanted to use the growth chart).  The third and fourth pictures show another use for it – pretty ingenious! 

If you haven’t yet checked out the Definately Decorative line and the catalog just release on July 1, I would encourage you to check it out.  I love the way I can redecorate quickly and easily – and without the cost or hassle of paint.  They can be removed anytime you desire a different look!  

The Stampin’ Up! family!   There are only 3 days left to make this great choice!  I love what I do.  I love this family. . . and I invite you to join it as well!  It’s a family of Stampin’ Sisters built on fun, relationships, sharing and creativity!   Sound like fun? It is! 

Stampin’ Up! is making it easy with an $85 starter kit filled with the gorgeous new In Colors!  (of course you can customize it if you want!)   I have been demonstrating the fabulouse "For All You Do" stamp set this month and you have been lovin’ it!

If you are looking for the BEST value. . . then consider the regular starter kit and let Stampin’ Up! add on $43 worth of brand new In Color products!   Yes, it ends up that you get about $400 worth of merchandise for 1/2 price!

Be the 3rd, 4th or 5th person to join my team this month and you will receive the awesome new In Color Marker set as a free gift from me!  Call or email me to sign up! Or click the "Join SU" button and use the password; "stampinbj". 

Here’s some exciting news. . . .I was humbled and surprised to learn at convention that I was in the top 100 demonstrators in the United States for  the last Stampin’ Up! year (July 08 to June of 09).  This is called the Founders Circle.  You find out by being handed a new bag at the awards booth during convention.  You can see my bag here with my new Build a Bear.

During the awards night celebration, I found out I was number 83.  This is based on my sales, downline promotions, sales and leadership.  I was VERY excited.  This is the first time and was a goal for me – "someday". 

As a result, I will be traveling to the Founders Circle Retreat Sept 16-20 in St. George Utah.  I am truly honored to have acheived this honor.  Thanks to all of you for your support, encouragement and most of all your friendship. 

I get many questions about how I store my stamps.  Plus, I think most of you think I own it all. . . well, that’s not exactly true but I do store my stamps this way.  It has worked well for me over the years.  The labels my customers like (when I demo a stamp set, the ordering info with page number is right on the stamp set) are on the ends and i store them alphabetically. 

You can see a little piece of how I store my 12 x 12 cardstock off to the side.  I have 6 bins – 1 for each of the colore families, 1 for neutrals and 1 for textured cardstock (one of my favs). 

This weekend – yes!  I can’t wait!  My Dad is coming tonight – a little salsa making going on, then tomorrow I will be at Woodbury Days – booth #65 for Friday and Sunday.  Stop by and see me you never know what the specials are going to be!