The new SU! Catalogue is here!

Just in case you hadn't noticed already!  Contact me if you would like a copy of your own, or you can click  here, or on the link over there on the sidebar, to view it online.  In addition to some exciting new products I was also pleased to see some of my favourites from recent mini catalogues are returning, in addition to some of the most popular products from last years catalogue that have been carried over.

The biggest change, and the one that will take me a bit of getting used to, is the colours in this new catalogue.  With the launch of this new catalogue we also get the introduction of the new Stampin' Up! colour range.  Remembering that a lot (a LOT!) of colours have just been retired, the new range includes some brand new core colours, some 'in colors' from previous years that have come out of retirement and are also now part of the core colour range, and of course the new in color range for this year.  Lots of exciting new colours for us to play with, and SU have put together some great value kits to help us get out hands on them.  Click here, or on the colour kit link also over on the sidebar, for more information about those kits.

SU! also have a special offer for new demonstrators available this month.  If you sign up to become a demonstrator not only will you get the usual fantastic deal on your starter kit ($590 worth of product for just $339), but this month only, you will also get the new In Color kit (inkpads and cardstock) worth  $100.90, completely free of charge.  I think that is the best new demonstrator deal SU have ever offered.  If you want more details about that, please contact me, or I can put you in touch with one of my talented team members.

SU mini catalogue and promo news

I have some projects waiting to share, but technical difficulties mean I cannot get to the photos again, and the posts just won't be the same without the photos - so, while I wait for Peter to come home and figure it out for me, I thought I would make a quick public service announcement instead.

The Stampin' Up! NZ/Aust Spring Mini Catalogue is coming to a close.  You can click on the link over in the side bar (to the right) to view this mini catalogue online, or contact me ASAP if you prefer a paper copy - I think there may still be a couple floating around.

November 30 is the last day to order product from this mini catalogue, and I can tell you that nothing from this mini has been carried over to the new summer mini that will be available from December 1.   This includes the very popular scalloped oval punch, the handy white StazOn ink, and the even handier StazOn Cleaner.  It is possible they may return in future catalogues, but your guess is as good as mine on that one - I do know they are not in the upcoming Summer mini.

As for the Summer Mini - I can tell you that there is some fun, fun stuff in there - stamps, punches, papers, embellishments - and if you are a fan of circles you are in for a treat!  I will have the online link available here on December 1 so you can see what I am talking about.

While I'm talking SU stuff I should also mention the promotions that are running at the moment.  Firstly a great Christmas one.  SU have put out a Christmas Gift Giving Guide  that includes a variety of products.  As an added bonus, when you spend $105 on product from the guide you get to choose a free punch - either the scalloped square punch, or the boho blossoms punch - FREE.  This promotion is available until December 14.  If you are wanting product for Christmas gifts I would recommend ordering ASAP though.

 The second promotion - The SU Breast Cancer Awareness Programme, is one for new demonstrators. 

For every new demonstrator who signs up before 31 December Stampin' Up! will donate $5 to the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation.  In addition, you will receive FREE a pack of Raspberry Tart papers, and a Pretty in Pink Classic Ink Pad.  For more information about what is involved in becoming an SU demonstrator you can check here or contact me.

Promo #2 - $175 SU starter Kit!

If you have thought about becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator in the past, now is a good time to think about it again. For the month of May, SU are offering a 'scrapbooking starter kit' for just $175 (valued over $220). A sample of a kit is shown below (of course you are welcome to exchange colours, and the stampset for another that you prefer) and includes:

• Any stamp set valued up to $91.95 (schoolbook serif alphabet pictured)
• A Simply Scrappin pack (petal party pictured)
• A 12 x 12 Textured Card Stock Pack (bold brights pictured, but should have been earth elements I think!)
• A classic Stampin' Pad (Pumpkin Pie pictured)
• Craft and Rubber Scissors.
  

In addition you will receive all the business supplies you need to get your business up and running:

• The Getting Started DVD and Guide, and a project sample sheet.
• 100 x Guest Invitation Postcards
• 8 x Idea Book And Catalogues
• 10 x 'To my Hostess' envelopes
• 20 x Hostess Brochures
• 10 x hostess benefit forms
• 50 x customer order forms
• 20 x recruit brochures

This streamlined starter kit is particularly good for people who have already purchased SU product, and don't necessarily need everything the standard kit includes, or those who would like to build their supplies a little more slowly. Of course, throughout the month the standard kit will still be available for the usual price of $379 - click here to see what that includes.

So, a couple of questions...

What are the benefits of becoming a demonstrator?

As a demonstrator you will enjoy many benefits, including discounted purchases for yourself, and the opportunity to earn free product. You also have the opportunity to turn this into a business if you want, and make money from SU. Then of course, there is the wonderful opportunity to meet others with similar interests, and a good excuse to get creating - this could be just the kick in the pants you need! One of the things I found was I nolonger felt guilty for spending time scrapping - it was my job after all!

Do I have to take workshops and/or classes?

Only if you want to. I consider there to be three main types of demonstrator.

1. Discount Demonstrators - those who join primarily for the discount, buying for themselves, and perhaps selling to a few friends and family.
2. Hobby demonstrators (this is where I see myself) - doing occasional classes or workshops, but only when it fits in with life (!), and having my hobby pay for itself.
3. and Business demonstrators - those people who see it as a part time/full time job, and who are creating hugely successful businesses (money in the bank).

What support will I receive as a demonstrator?

As a demonstrator you will receive access to the demonstrator part of the SU website (a great source of ideas and inspiration), as well as a monthly 'magazine' sent out by SU. You also will have the opportunity to attend optional training days put on by SU, and of course the annual convention (next year in Sydney?). You also become a member of a fantastically talented, and supportive team of demonstrators (many of whom have just recieved top honours at convention), having the opportunity to participate in team swaps, trainings, events, and an online forum, for advice, guidance (and just chatting!)

What's the fine print?

click here to see a copy of the demonstrator agreement.

More questions? Please contact me and I am happy to answer any questions you may have. I can definitely recommend becoming a demonstrator. I know I love SU product - and so do a LOT of other people! As an added bonus, because I love my punches so much, if you sign up as a demonstrator with me this month (either with this limited time $175 scrapbooking starter kit, or the standard $379 starter kit) I will throw in the punch of your choice from the current catalogue.

SO, let me know if you have questions, or are interested, please contact me - tracee.creates@gmail.com or traceeandpete@xtra.co.nz I look forward to welcoming you onto the team!

Free Designer Patterned Papers - promo #1

Who doesn't love free patterned papers?

So, in a celebration of scrapbooking, Stampin' Up! have a couple of fantastic promotions for the month of May. First up, free papers. When you purchase three packs of selected Designer Series papers (19.95 + pp) you will get one more pack for free. There is no limit on how many free packs you can get - so if you bought six packs you would get two free....

The paper packs that are included in the promotion include a wide variety of colours and patterns...

• 112042 Urban Garden Designer Series (see photo above)
• 112470 Haiku Designer Series
• 113976 Pink Flamingo Designer Series
• 112468 Sweet Always Designer Series
• 113992 Tea Party Designer Series
• 113975 Raspberry Tart Designer Series
• 113966 Good Morning Sunshine Designer Series
• 112469 Holiday Treasures Designer Series
• 112041 Bella Rose Designer Series
• 113974 Bella Bleu Designer Series
• 113978 Urban Oasis Designer Series
• 112461 Washington Apple Designer Series
• 112039 Windsor Knot Designer Series
• 113980 Candy Lane Designer Series
  

All of these papers can be seen on pages 132 - 135 of the catalogue. If you don't have a catalogue you can view them online - see the link on the sidebar, or click here.

If you would like to take advantage of this promotion please contact me. The free papers are available until 31 May. Tracee.creates@gmail.com

Keep an eye out for another post coming soon - the second promotion for the month sees the cheapest ever offer of an SU starter kit - is it time for you to start your own business, doing what you love?