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July 2013

July 31st Last Day Reminders: Single Stamps, DSP Sale

Today is the last day to save with Stampin' Up! Designer Series Sale AND for the latest Single Stamp offerings.  Check them out below:

Buy 3, Get one FREE Sale!

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Offer Dates: July 1-31, 2013

Offer Details: Buy three packs of select Designer Series Paper and get one for free!

  • No limits. Order six? You'll get two for free. Nine? You'll get three for free.
  • Check out our Designer Series Papers in the annual catalog pages 151, 153, and 154.
  • These items don't qualify for the offer:  Designer Series Paper Stacks, Specialty Designer Series Paper, Designer Series Paper ordered through hostess benefits

Learn more here.

Stampin' Up!'s Buy Three, Get One Free DSP sale

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Single Stamps

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Ten more never-before-seen images available as single stamps only available through March 31, 2013...extended to July 31st - woohoo!!

Check out a couple Single Stamp card samples:

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August's Mystery Hostess Code is now active!

HOSTESS CODE:  ZHU726HZ

  • You'll find the hostess code box/field in your shopping bag, lower left corner.  Enter and apply code before checking out.

 


Paper Pumpkin: Get TWO months for the price of ONE!

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Print: Paper Pumpkin Promo Flyer

Offer Dates: now through August 31, 2013

Offer Details: Sign up here and use the promotion code PUMPKINDEAL to join Paper Pumpkin before August 31, 2013, and pay only $10 a month* for the first two months.
*plus tax, where applicable. Shipping is included!

The Fine Print:

  • For new subscribers only
  • Promotion applies only to the first two months of a new subscription. After receiving two month's worth, the price for each month's kit will go to the regular price: $19.95
  • You must click "Add Promo Code" and then enter the promo code PUMPKINDEAL in the "Promo Code" field when you sign up on the mypaperpumpkin.com website to take advantage of this promotion.
  • You must join by Saturday, August 31, 2013; 11:50 PM (MT).

FAQ's:

  • Q: If the offer is only for new subscriptions, can't I just cancel my existing membership and re-sign up using the special code?
    A: No. When you cancel and try to re-sign up with the same e-mail address, the system will recognize you and reinstate your former membership. The promo code will not work.
  • Q: Can I just cancel and re-sign up using a different e-mail address and use the promo code?
    A: Yes, this option will work, but keep in mind you will receive the Welcome Kit on your first month. That means you will miss the actual kit of that month and you will really only get one new discounted kit in the end.
  • Q: How do my I redeem the special offer?
    A: Visit mypaperpumpkin.com click on "Join Now" and enter all of their information. Make sure you select "1" as the quantity for kits and enter the coupon code PUMPKINDEAL in the promo code box which is located just below the kit quantity. You will then finish with payment information and click "Submit." You should  receive a confirmation email and a request to set up a password. You can return and do that at any time.

Check out a couple of videos:

WATCH a Paper Pumpkin Kit in action...

  

 

WATCH:  Stampin' Up! Convention Commercial Contest-4th Place

 

What's Paper Pumpkin all about?  Learn more here.

Ready to Subscribe?  Visit mypaperpumpkin.com today your first 2 months for only $10 ea

Thanks~Dawn O

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August's Mystery Hostess Code is now active!

HOSTESS CODE:  ZHU726HZ

  • You'll find the hostess code box/field in your shopping bag, lower left corner.  Enter and apply code before checking out.

 


Starburst, Sunburst Card Video

The Starbust (or Sunburst) cards are really hot right now!  And if you've taken advantage of Stampin' Up!'s Buy Three, Get One Free DSP sale (ending July 31st!!) - then you might be wondering what to do with all of your fabulous Designer Series Paper.  No problem...Starburst Cards!

Here's a few samples for you:

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Afternoon Picnic Designer Series Paper 131390

 

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Gingham Garden Designer Series Paper 129310

 

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Modern Medley Designer Series Paper 126926

 

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Venetian Romance Designer Series Paper 130144

To create the Starburst effect, all you need is FOUR 1-1/2" x 4" pieces of paper.  Be sure to check out my short How'd She DO that? video below.

WATCH VIDEO:  Starburst (Sunburst) Card Technique

 

Enjoy~Dawn O

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Need some Designer Series Paper?  

Get yours today... sale ends 7/31/2013!

Buy3Get1Free

Offer Dates: July 1-31, 2013
Offer Details: Buy three packs of select Designer Series Paper and get one for free!
  • No limits. Order six? You'll get two for free. Nine? You'll get three for free.
  • Check out our Designer Series Papers in the annual catalog pages 151, 153, and 154.
  • These items don't qualify for the offer:  Designer Series Paper Stacks, Specialty Designer Series Paper, Designer Series Paper ordered through hostess benefits

Stock up on these Designer Series Paper packs for savings!

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Winner of July's Mystery Hostess Code Shopping Spree...

  • Sandi M from MO, received
    • $80 Stampin' Up! Shopping Spree
    • Two half-priced items

Woohoo Sandi - congratulations!

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August's Mystery Hostess Code is now active!

HOSTESS CODE:  ZHU726HZ

  • You'll find the hostess code box/field in your shopping bag, lower left corner.  Enter and apply code before checking out.

 


July 2013: Control Freaks Tour!

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Welcome to the Control Freaks July 2013 Tour (officially starts July 27th, but should be live by 8:00pm central time July 26th - so be sure to stop back later to take the full tour). We are thrilled to have you join us today. Our tour features some of your favorite Control Freaks Stampers sharing projects made with Stampin' Up! products. In fact, you may have just come from my friend, Barb Mullikin's blog.

Our theme for this month is: "Show off your Swaps".  I made one swap out of the 2013/2014 Annual Catalog and the other from the upcoming, soon-to-be-released 2013 Holiday Catalog (8/1)

 Check out the Control Freaks at the 2013 Stampin' Up! Convention for our annual convention double swap...

2013 Controlfreaks, Stampin' Up! Convention

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Backyard Basics Thanks (Annual Catalog)

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The Million & One stamp set was one of the first new catalog items to go on my wish list.  However, I just have to say...the Backyard Basics Bundle (matching stamp set and framelits) was so NOT on my favorites list.  But...I got to select some free product, so I decided to choose something I wouldn't normally get and push myself a little bit out of my comfort zone.  I'm so glad I did, cuz look at that flower - just gorgeous (and no fussy cutting - yeah!!).

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Dawn's Stamping Supplies:

  • Million & One stamp set (126375w or 126377c)
  • Backyard Basic Bundle (132729w or 132728c) save 15%
  • Smokey Slate, Wisteria Wonder, Pear Pizzazz Inks, w/Daffodil Delight Marker (for coloring flower) and Blender Pen (102845)
  • Whisper White, Wisteria Wonder, Pear Pizzazz cardstock
  • Big Shot (113439) NEW Magnetic Platform (130658)
  • Pear Pizzazz 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon (131208), Rhinestone Basic Jewels (125577)
  • Snail Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals

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Tags 4 You Treat Holder - sneak peek (Holiday Catalog coming 8/1/13)

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Aren't these Chicklet Treat Pouches adorable?!  The greeting is from the NEW Tags 4 You Bundle (stamp set with matching Label Bracket Punch - save 15%).  I can see my grandsons making them for classroom treats this fall.  They are SO simple.  I'll be sharing a video in the coming weeks on how to make one.

eta: How'd She DO That video: Chicklets Treat Pouch

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Dawn's Stamping Supplies:

  • NEW Tags 4 You Bundle  (stamps/punch) (133293w or 133294c) save 15%
  • Pumpkin Pie Ink and Cardstock
  • Basic Black & Very Vanilla Cardstock
  • NEW Witches' Brew Designer Series Paper (132185)
  • Word Window Punch (119857)
  • Simply Scored Tool (122334)
  • Candy Dot Brad Bases (132293), Neutral Candy Dots (130934)
  • Stickly Strip (104294), Snail Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals

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Well, that wraps up this stop of the tour. I hope you enjoyed my Show Off Your Swaps projects!  Now on to more from fabulous freak Jan Tinklenberg

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Dawn's 2013 Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog Shares

I've been receiving inquiries about my Holiday Mini Shares.  Yes - I'm offering them.  See below for details.  (Note: full descriptions will be available around 8/1, with photos coming soon after.) 

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Taking Reservations for...Dawn's 2013 Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog Shares

There's a lot of fun new products in the new 2013 Holiday Catalog.  I have several shares for you to try out.  My first share order will be going in August 1st!  Check out my share offerings below, then email me to get on the list!

(NOTE: The photo is of last year's Holiday Share)

  • I Want It All Share - Holiday Edition is $27.49 (add $5.95 for shipping), includes a sampling of 20 products such as (26 sheets) 6x6 Designer Series Paper/Foil, (5 yards) Ribbon, PLUS lots of accessories including Tags, Clips, Boxes/Bags, (3) Simply Sent/Created Kits and more. 
  • Basic Share: Paper & Ribbon - Holiday Edition is $13.99 (add $5.60 for shipping), includes: (26 sheets) 6x6 Designer Series Paper/Foil, (5 yards) Ribbon
  • 3x6 DSP Swatchbooks - Holiday Edition is $8.99 (add $3.00 for shipping), includes DSP and Specialty Cardstock/Paper swatchbooks for a total of 5 books. What is a swatchbook?  WATCH a short video about my swatchbooks  (Annual Catalog swatchbooks still available too)

I can combine shares to save on shipping costs. 

ALSO: You can combine my Annual Catalog Product Shares too!!  Check them out on my Product Share Page

I am taking sign-ups for the first rounds of shares now.  Email me at [email protected] with your full name, address and paypal email address.  List the shares your interested in.  I will put you on the list and send you a paypal invoice when a round fills.

Thanks~Dawn O

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Dawn's current shopping spree is up to $65 - ending Friday, 7-26-2013. Get your hostess code orders in today to be included in the drawing.

HOSTESS CODE:  VC3QAW66

You'll find the hostess code box/field in your shopping bag, lower left corner.  Enter and apply code before checking out.

 

 


2013 Stampin' Up! Convention Awards

Wow - what an awesome awards night at the 2013 Stampin' Up! Convention!  But before I share that, I want to take a minute to look back in time...(insert dreamy harp music).

2004 Stampin' Up! Convention, Dawn Olchefske, DOstamping

Here's me at my first convention - 10 years ago

As Stampin' Up! recalls and celebrates 25 years, it's moved me to look back to when I started Stampin' Up! and my very first convention 10 years ago. I didn't know anyone at the time, but who knew that 10 years later, some of my dearest friends would be forged from our connection to Stampin' Up!  

Also who knew - as extraordinary women like Mary Polcin from Wi crossed that stage 10 years ago inspiring me to actually build a business, that I too would be crossing that very same stage for extraordinary accomplishments myself.  

Also who knew - that I would be just like Mary and inspire others.  I was stopped by many of you as you thanked me for sharing, inspiring, educating you and more!  I was moved to tears many times with your stories and appreciation for what I do.  (I'm misty-eyed just writing this now)

On a more lighter note - it was fun to walk around with one of my DOstamperSTARS, Gayle Klingelhoets for her very first convention...who told everyone she was my bodyguard and photographer.  What a hoot!

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Finally...onto the awards night.

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back: Connie, Robyn, Jenny
front: Jan, Laurie, Dawn (me), Gayle

First off, thanks to the fast feet of DOstamperSTAR, Jan Carlson...she snagged some front row seats.  Always fun to sit in the front row.

Not only was I celebrating 10 years with Stampin' Up!, $400k career milestone, Acheiver Bonus and Grand Vacation earner (to Western Caribbean), but I acheived some very special awards as well.  Take a look...

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Top 10 in Sales - #5

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Top 10 in Promotion - #7

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Founders Circle Acheiver - Top 100 demonstrators

Thanks to all my awesome customers, DOstamperSTARS, family and friends who supported me this year.  You're all the bestest and I love ya all!!

So here's to the next 10 years...DREAM BIG!  Because with a dream, a plan and action...you can DO anything!

Enjoy~Dawn O

Join Stampin' Up! TODAY and get a FREE BONUS
and attend Stampin' Up! events like this one!

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Dawn's current shopping spree is up to $65 - ending Friday, 7-26-2013. Get your hostess code orders in today to be included in the drawing.

HOSTESS CODE:  VC3QAW66

You'll find the hostess code box/field in your shopping bag, lower left corner.  Enter and apply code before checking out.


NEW: Stampin' Up! Undefined Stamp Carving Kit!

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Have you ever wanted a stamp but couldn't find the perfect image? Maybe you have a special family logo or a sketch you'd like to have as a stamp. Well now you can! Undefined is Stampin' Up!'s new stamp carving product line. You define the rubber stamp any way you want.

When you carve your very own stamp, you have will have an entirely new and different creative experience. And when you're finished, you will have created a one-of-a-kind stamp!

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Included in the Undefined Stamp Carving Kit

  • 2 carving tools
  • 3" x 4" rubber
  • 3" x 4" foam
  • 4 wood blocks (various sizes)
  • 1 Island Indigo Stampin' Write Marker
  • 3 postcards
  • Instruction sheet
  • Stamp image templates

Refill-Kit


Included in the Undefined Refill Kit:

  • 3" x 4" rubber
  • 3" x 4" foam
  • 4 wood blocks (various sizes)
  • Instruction sheet

Download: Undefined Stamp Carving Kit Flyer

How to get it:

*Add a sheet of Clear-Mount Cling Foam to create your own clear-mount stamps. Mounting your stamps on the cling foam allows you to make stamps any size you want, not just what will fit on the blocks that come in the kit.

So...how exactly do you carve a stamp? Good question...

WATCH VIDEO: Undefined-Stamp Carving Kit

 

Express your personality, thoughts, feelings, etc. with a stamp you've carved all on your own! We know you'll have a "look what I made!" moment.

Enjoy~Dawn O

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