DOstamping with Dawn

Hawaii: Stampin' Up! General Session

As always on the annual incentive trip, Pam Morgan shares the new In-Colors with us.  You'll love them when they are released on July 1st.  But in the meantime - we are sworn to secrecy!  We also saw a couple new stamp sets and Big Shot Dies.  Can't wait to get my hands on them.

Here are some projects I can share that Pam Morgan demonstrated using products from the upcoming Occasions Mini Catalog:

 

Matchbox Die with Window Sheet Cover

 

More Window Sheet Samples

 

New Grommet Samples - the above sample uses the small grommets and the one below uses the Large Grommet.

 

I would love to share Brent Steele's projects, but they were with new products to be released July 1st.  However, I can share a new "manly" tool that he designed...

 

He always has something fun up his sleeve.  This got a big laugh from my husband.

That's it for General Session.  After that we headed off to the tram shuttle to Queen's Marketplace for a little shopping.  Actually - we would have loved to have gone on the Kona Shopping shuttle, but I was in the wheelchair that day and it didn't seem like a good idea.  So we stuck close to the resort that day.

Aloha~Dawn O

Hawaii: A funny thing happened on the way to Breakfast

Actually, it was after breakfast.  I tripped on the last two stairs at the breakfast buffet restaurant and face planted on the stone floor.  I hurt my shin, ankle and foot.  I was able to get up and walked halfway back to the room, but then...oh my, the pain set in.

So security was sent to our room and we called our insurance company.  They advised us to get an x-ray to make sure I hadn't broken my leg.  So off we go to spend the afternoon at the ER.  Since it was Sunday - that was our only option.  A couple hours later - we get the prognosis...it's only a contusion (whatever that is...it hurts!).  I'm instructed to stay off it for 2 days and sent off with crutches.

I have to say - our taxi driver was great.  He used to be a tour guide and gave us a wonderful "tour" on the way to the ER.

The hotel provided us with a wheelchair and security escorted us to various things throughout the resort.  So we got the "underground" tour as they carted me around for a couple of days.  In addition - my husband was a great sport hauling me around too!

Wednesday - I gave up the wheelchair for the crutches only and today (Thursday), I'm walking on my own power.  A bit stiff, but able to walk. 

My friend Kelly got a picture of me with her Sock Monkey.

 

So now you'll know why I'm using crutches in some of my pictures that will be in future posts.  Whew - glad to get that story over with. 

Later I'll share pictures of the tour we took on Tuesday.  Yes - I went with wheelchair and crutches in hand.  I wasn't gonna miss it!

Aloha~Dawn O

Hawaii: Stampin' Up! Welcome Reception

Sunday Night Stampin'  Up! welcomed us with a wonderful poolside/oceanview reception.  We were greeted with Puka Shell Necklaces and flowers for our hair.  Along with Strawberry Lava drinks - they were delicious!

I have to tell you - that in our schedule it mentioned Appetizers and Beverages would be served.  Oh my - there was food everywhere!  There was a Pasta Bar, Stir Fry Station and a Fruit, Vegetable & Cheese station.  Tons to eat!

We had a poolside seat and here was our view!

 

 

Here's me and my husband Gene with our Lava drinks.  It was a wonderful start to our Hawaiian vacation.  Well, actually...I have a story to tell about the "real" start to our trip.  But that will have to wait till the next post.  It's a bit embarrassing - but your gonna see it anyways in the next series of sharing. 

We're off to a late dinner with my Founder Circle Friend, Kelly Acheson and her husband.  She wants lobster!

Aloha~Dawn O

ALOHA - From Hawaii Stampin' Up! Style

  All I can say is WOW!  This is my 3rd incentive trip with Stampin' Up! and they know how to travel!!

My husband and I decided to splurg a little and come a couple days early.  Our room is incredible!  It's huge!  We have an ocean view room.  Plus most days there has been whales to watch as well.   What a way to wake up each morning...very cool.

We're heading off to the beach today - so I'll just share a little peak of our room right now.  Later tonight I'll share lots more!

  

 

 

Our room is in this building - the Ocean Tower.  Next are the views from our room - gorgeous!!

 

Got lots of fun stories to share - to check back later!

Aloha~Dawn O

Three Easy Payments & You're in the Stampin' Up! Business!

Can't beat that!  You read correctly...Stampin' Up! now offers a Three Easy Payment Plan!

If you've been on the fence about signing up to be a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator, starting your own business or saving money on your favorite hobby...well, now is the time to join!

This limited time offer allows you to make a partial initial payment and still receive the Starter Kit right away. Read about the Starter Kit HERE (including details on how to join)

See HERE for the Benefits of the Three Easy Payment Plan

3 PAYMENT DETAIL:

• Payment #1 (charged when you order) -$56.34 (+ sales tax)

• Payment #2 (charged April 15) - $56.33

• Payment #3 (charged May 15) -$56.33

IF YOU JOIN BEFORE MARCH 31st ...YOU WILL:

• Save 15% OFF the Starter Kit (regular price is $199 - on sale for $169)
• Choose a FREE stamp set (from Stampin' Up!) - valued up to $47.95
• Choose a second FREE stamp set - (fron Dawn Olchefske) - valued up to $47.95

The three payment plan offer is NOT available online.  If you want to take advantage of the Three Easy Payment Plan (and the current sale price and extra stamp sets), the hard copies must be in Utah before March 31st.  Which means I must receive the completed documents below by no later than March 28th.  Mail to:  401 N Shore Dr, Waverly, MN 55390.  I will then overnight them to Stampin' Up!

DOWNLOAD:  Three Easy Payment & Starter Kit Form

DOWNLOAD:  Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Application

DOWNLOAD:  Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Agreement (you keep for your records)

Looking for more information?  Check out the following links:

Tons of answers to your questions

DOstamperSTARS Team Information

Stampin' Up! Video

Do what you love!  I LOVE my "job"!  And you can too!

Don't need a 3-payment plan - visit my website and JOIN NOW.  My password is:  dostamping

(Be sure the name you use matches the name on your social security card)

 

Fifth Avenue Floral meets Movers & Shapers Curly Label Die!

Here's the last project we did at my Technique Tuesday class this month.  I always like to feature the Big Shot on one of the three projects we do each month.  I couldn't wait to get my hands on the Stampin' Up! Movers & Shapers Curly Label Die (#114506 for $39.95).

This die cuts, scores and creates a window all at the same time!  Woohoo - what a time saver!  The window is a perfect match for the Stampin' Up! Curly Label Punch Bundle (#112966 for $33.95).  The bundle includes the punch and matching 4-stamp set.  I used the Thank You image for this card.

We also used Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set (#113734 for $24.95) with Baja Breeze, Basic Gray and Going Gray.  Added a little Urban Garden Designer Series Paper.  Finished off with Gray Taffeta Ribbon and a Filigree brads - LOVE those brads!

 

 

(This card was inspired by fellow demonstrator Josee) 

Enjoy~Dawn O!

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A Flower for All Seasons: Hinged Card

Each month, when I receive my Stampin' Success Magazine (a perk for Stampin' Up! Demonstrators), I make it a point to implement a tip, technique or business idea from each magazine.  Why not...SU has already done all of the work for me.

So when I saw the hinged card technique, I knew it would be perfect for my Technique Tuesday class.  I just changed up the color combo a little bit and substituted a stamp set I already had on hand and...voila!

It turned out so dang cute!

So you're saying, "what's the deal...where's the hinge?"  Well, here you go...

How unexpected and fun!  Just what I need on this cold morning here in Minnesota - it's four below - ugh!  I'm so ready for spring!

Supplies used:  A Flower for All Seasons, All Holidays, Certainly Celery, So Saffron, Pretty in Pink, Bashful Blue & Almost Amethyst cardstock and markers, Basic Black Ink, Eyelet Border punch, 1 3/8" Square punch, Sale-A-Bration Ribbon Bundle, Soft Subtles Brads.

Enjoy~Dawn O!

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March Technique Tues Class: Dahlia Fold & Delicate Dots

 

Did you get your free Sale-A-Bration Delicate Dots Designer Paper?  Looking for projects to make with it?  Well - here's a great one I did with at my Technique Tuesday Class last week called "Dahlia Fold".  Combine it with the Free Sale-A-Bration "Yummy" stamp set and you have a a fabulous card!

Click here for Dahlia Fold tutorial on Splitcoaststampers!

Supplies used:  Yummy and Polka Dot Punches stamp sets (both Sale-A-Bration), So Saffron, Sahara Sand and Very Vanilla, Big Shot & Top Note Die, 1 1/4" Circle, 1/2" Circle, Ticket Corner & Horizontal Slot punches,  5/16" Jumbo Brad, So Saffron Ribbon (from SAB Bundle)

Enjoy~Dawn O!

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DOdesign Team: Introducing Shari and Game Night (Day #2)

Welcome to Day #2 of DOdesigner Shari Nelson's creations.  Today I'm sharing her 12x12 Scrapbook Page and her adorable 3-D project.

 

 

I love this box idea.  It "explodes" when you open it.  You could fill it with a prize for the winner of your game night!

 

All projects used the Game Night stamp set and Jackpot DSP with coordinating colors:  Basic Black, So Saffron, Real Red & Whisper White, and Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon.

Well that's it for Shari.  Thank you Shari for sharing your talent.  You did a fabulous job!

Enjoy~Dawn

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DOdesign Team: Introducing Shari and Game Night (Day #1)

Today I'm introducing the last DOdesigner Shari Nelson & Game Night   

Here's a little bit about Shari.  She was my second recruit.  I met her at a party I was doing for a neighbor.  She booked a party and soon after became a demonstrator.  Shari is a quilter and home schooled her kids for many years.  I believe her education is in accounting (hmm...I seem to attract accountants.  I wonder why?)  Her daughter is married and has Shari's first grandson, now a year old.  I've always enjoyed Shari's cards and felt she would do a fabulous job creating display samples.  I'm so glad she agreed to do it.   

 

 

I can't decide if the one above or the one below is my favorite.  Which would do you like?

 

All projects used the Game Night stamp set and Jackpot DSP with coordinating colors:  Basic Black, So Saffron, Real Red & Whisper White, and Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon.

Tomorrow I'll share her 12x12 Scrapbook Page and 3-D project.

Enjoy~Dawn

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Sale-A-Bration: Botanical Blooms in Burgundy

Here's a couple of my Leadership Display Samples with the Sale-A-Bration stamp set, Botanical Blooms.  The DSP is Parisian Summer (now retired - boo hoo...it was a beautiful paper pack).   I thought the Blooms flower matched this paper well.  It would look great with the current Specialty Designer Paper - Parisian Breeze!

 

I love the look of the Styled Vanilla Hodgepodge Hardware turned sideways.  I traded out the vanilla brads for silver for more contrast.  Such a cool look!

  

Supplies used:  Botanical Blooms (Sale-A-Bration), Short & Sweet stamp sets, Bravo Burgundy, Sahara Sand, Very Vanilla & Pretty in Pink cardstock &/or ink, 1 1/4" Circle & Designer Label punches and Bravo Burgundy 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon.

Enjoy~Dawn

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Round 2, Big Shot Classes: Top Note, Bird & Scallop Envelope

This past fall I did my first round of Big Shot classes.  They consist of 4 classes - one a month.  The beauty of these classes is, you can start them at any time!  If you start with class #3, then you'll take #4, then #1 & 2.  The objective for completing the classes is that you are more comfortable with the Big Shot machine and have had a chance to most of the different types of dies.

Last week I started my second round of classes for the Big Shot.  I actually had one gal sign up to take all four classes again!  The projects will be different each round due to new products and seasonal projects. 

Class #1 will always focus on the Top Note and Scallop Envelope dies.  These are fabulous dies and have a variety of uses that make them a must have!

 

 

Isn't this gorgeous?  We cut two Top Note Dies and attached them to a mini paper bag.  The Wide Oval punch was used to punch out handles.  The Heart image from the FREE Sale-A-Bration "Polka Dot Punches" set was stamped and punched with the new Full Heart punch.  The greeting is from the FREE "Yummy" Sale-A-Bration stamp set.   The ribbon is the new Organza Ribbon!  (Colors are Whisper White and Sahara Sand on all samples).

   

This is an envelope pouch with 3 Scalloped Envelopes/Gift Cards.  Just cut out your 3 scallop envelopes with the Big Shot using Designer Paper (be sure to use the crease pad with this die).  The DSP is the super cute Delicate Dots, FREEif you place a $50 order during Sale-A-Bration (Feb 1-Mar 31).  Each mini envelope and a gift enclosure card in them.  The pouch is made from a medium envelope sealed and cut in half.  The ribbon is also a FREE Sale-a-Bration choice!

   

I've been wanting to use this bird die as "Love Birds" and when I saw a card on Kay's blog (a fellow demonstrator) - I was inspired.  Again I used the Organza Ribbon (love, love, love this ribbon)!  Plus a couple of punches: Heart to Heart and the new Eyelet Border.  The birds are from the Birds and Blooms Sizzlet 4 pack.  This die comes with the Big Shot starter kit or can be purchased separately.  The greeting on this card is from the FREE Sale-A-Bration stamp set "Congrats".

Join me at my next Big Shot class on March 18th.  Details and fee schedule can be found here.  You do not have to be a club member to attend this class.  It is open to any and all who want to learn more about the Big Shot!  However - if you want to be a Big Shooter Club Member and receive membership privileges - click here!

Enjoy~Dawn

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DOdesign Team: Introducing Cindy and Just Buzzin' By (Day #2)

Welcome to Day #2 of DOdesigner Cindy Vazquez's creations.  Today I'm sharing her 12x12 Scrapbook Page and her 3-D project.

Here's some of Cindy's grandbabies...are they cute?

 

All projects used the Just Buzzing By stamp set and So Saffron Patterns DSP with coordinating colors:  Basic Black, So Saffron & Whisper White, and Black Gingham Ribbon.

Well that's it for Cindy.  Thank you Cindy for sharing your talent.  I had no doubt you would do a great job!

Next week I'll introduce you to DOdesigner Shari Nelson.

Enjoy~Dawn

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Newly Released: Stampin' Up! Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Die

I'm thrilled to announce this fun new Big Shot Die!  It's the Stampin' Up! Manhattan Flower Textured Impressions Die.  It's designed to match our Fifth Avenue Floral Stamp set.  This embossing folder die creates an elegant, embossed card front image.

 

Here's a couple of cards that features the die.  The one of the left has Chocolate Glitter (from the new Fine Supernova glitter stack) added to the raised embossed image.

The cardstock is Bronze Metallic from the "Taste of Textiles" Specialty Paper Pack.  You receive 10 sheets, 2 of 5 designs (in 12x12 size).  Printed Vellum with Not Quite Navy Polka Dots, Coated White Pin Stripe, Black Linen Texture, Bronze Metallic and Close to Cocoa Pin Stripes on Kraft (#113991 for $9.95).

Enjoy~Dawn

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Newly Released: Stampin' Up! Easter Stamp Sets

Are you anxious to see Stampin' Up!'s new Occasions Mini Catalog?  If so - you'll have to wait a little longer...until April 1st.  However, in the meantime, 3 Easter/Spring themed stamp sets and a matching wheel have been released from the upcoming Occasions Mini Catalog and are available to order now!

 

 

 

   

Aren't they cute?!

Enjoy~Dawn

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Technique Tues/Wed: Mar 3rd/4th

Here's a sneak peak at one of the projects we'll be doing at March's Technique Tuesday class

 

Class Dates/Times:  Tuesday, March 3rd, open house style 4:30-9:00pm  OR  Wednesday, March 4th, open house style 6:30-9:00pm  (plan to stay 1.5 hrs)

Fee:  $15.00 (Stamping Club Members and DOstamperSTARS only $5.00)

Projects:

• Dahlia Fold
• Hidden Message Hinged Card
• Big Shot Project:  Curly Label Movers & Shakers Die

RSVP:  To Dawn

Hope to see you there!

 

DOdesign Team: Introducing Cindy and Just Buzzin' By (Day #1)

Today I'm introducing DOdesigner Cindy Vazquez & Just Buzzin' By    

Here's a little bit about Cindy.  She and I are like kindred spirits.  We both are at the same stage in our lives, empty nesters.  We both have similiar stamping styles.  Plus we're both in the accounting professtion.  So I guess it would be a natural to select Cindy to create display samples.  She was a bit nervous.  But I trusted her completely.  See what you think! 

 

This one is my favorite...I just love the dancing bees!

 

Do you see the bee peeking out of the hive?

 

 

All projects used the Just Buzzing By stamp set and So Saffron Patterns DSP with coordinating colors:  Basic Black, So Saffron & Whisper White, and Black Gingham Ribbon.

Tomorrow I'll share her 12x12 Scrapbook Page and 3-D project.

Enjoy~Dawn

DOshopping online...Click HERE!  Current online specials:  FREE Catalog with any purchase, FREE Sale-A-Bration product with $50 purchase!

Sale-A-Bration PMS Stamp Camp: Yummy

One of the most asked questions about being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator is:  How do you come up with your ideas?   There are a ton of resources out there that range from Stampin' Up! to Magazines to Online Resources.  But my favorite resource is...SWAPPING!  I get great ideas and inspiration from swapping with other demonstrators.  Plus it's FUN!

The card below, I recently received from Mary Polcin in a Sale-A-Bration swap.  Both myself and my customers instantly fell in love with it.  So I knew it was a "must-do" project for my PMS camp.  The only change I made was the color which is Sahara Sand.

 

 

 

Supplies used:  Yummy (free with $50 order), To Have & To Hold, Whisper White & Sahara Sand, 2-way glue, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Sponge & Punches: Scallop Edge, 1 3/8" Circle, 1 1/4" & 1 3/8" Squares.

Enjoy~Dawn

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