Make-n-Take #3!

Here is yet another lovely sample from Convention! This was done using the Bigz Two Tags Die. I was so thrilled when I completed this make-n-take as I learnt something new about the die. I had bought this die purely based on the longer tag. I loved the shape of it, but I still wasn't sure what exactly I was going to do with it. I never realized that the scallop circle punch fit so perfectly into the end section of it. Nor did I realize that the other tag, the adorable one that folds in half, was going to end up being my favourite! I think that this is one of the things that has definitely made me appreciate being a demonstrator more and more. Not only have I had the opportunity to go to Convention etc. and learn about the new products, but on a very regular basis, Stampin' Up releases tutorials to their demos as well as class samples that make me view products in a whole new light. The stamp set used in this particular make-n-take was Sweet Season from page 29 of the new catty.

Make-n-Take #2!

Here's another one of the cards that we did at the make-n-take session at Convention. I absolutely love this stamp set and I was dying to get it. It definitely would have been in my first order after the catty came out, but as I knew that I would be receiving it at Convention I decided to exercise some patience. I loved the simplicity of this Christmas card that Stampin' Up designed for us to make. The only change that I made was to change up the ribbon for one of the new ones from the Holiday Mini being released on September 1st. I must admit that it was awfully fun to come home from that amazing Convention to multiple boxes of new stamping supplies. Especially after seeing many of them demonstrated on the Main Stage.

Make-n-Take time!

While we're at Convention we get an awesome Make-n-Take session using products from the new catty! The give us the most fabulous ideas... the only problem is that the wish list that we all seem to have grows exponentially! This particular card was done using the Hello Again stamp set from pg 114 of the catty. I will admit that these new In Colours are REALLY growing on me, particularly the Crushed Curry, Rich Razzleberry and Soft Suede! If they're growing on you too check out how you can get them for free by clicking on the Recruiting Promotion in the right side bar!

My dog's uncle!

Okay, this post could be a little confusing so make sure to follow closely. This is a bit of those stories that starts with, "my aunt's, cousin's, dog's friend:). This was a photo that we had taken while at Convention of the Colourful Impressions group that I am part of. Kristina Koch, who is in the far right of the back row, is the leader of our group; I am in her third level downline! Major talent here! She was 6th top demonstrator in Canada this year! Now that I've got you oohing and aahing... check this out, in the front row on the far right is my direct upline Kari Metzger... she was the 7th top demonstrator in Canada this year and the third place Rising Star last year! The best part of the whole process is that by joining my little group you get to part of the West Coast Creators, my group, Sea to Sky Stampers, Kari's group, Created by Design, Ann's group, and Colourful Impressions, Kristina's group. I hope that you all noticed Shelli standing in the middle of all of us! It may as well be Brad Pitt as far as I'm concerned... she is absolutely AMAZING and so real it makes your head spin. If being part of this fabulous team is something that interests you at all, whether for the discount, the business opportunity of the just the friendships, then make sure to contact me and don't forget to check out the fabulous promotion in my right side bar! From August 12th-16th, any people who sign up as part of my West Coast Creators group will receive the stamp set of their choice from the current catty! This is in addition to the fabulous extras that Stampin' Up is offering you!

Build-a-Bear meets Stampin' Up

While at Convention, Stampin' Up has what is called "Memento Mall". It contains a variety of items that we would not normally be able to purchase. This year, with the introduction of Build-a-Bear in the new Holiday Mini, we were able to purchase one of these Special Edition Stampin' Up Build-a-Bears. Check out the bottom of her foot and the adorable apron! The Build-a-Bear products were far more impressive in person than I ever imagined! I can't wait for mine to arrive. You'll be able to check them out when your Holiday Mini arrives this month!

Founder's Circle Bag and Rising Star Necklace

Here's some photos of the beautiful necklace that I received lastnight as well as the adorable backpack that we got for Founder's Circle. The inside of the bag coordinates with my new favourite DSP, Cottage Wall!

Some of My Goodies...

I thought that I'd share with you some of the goodies that I get to take home from Convention! Four of the stamp sets and the wheel were in my Convention bag when I picked it up and the other four stamp sets I received from the awards table for a variety of things from downline promotions to my sales this year. Yes... it is as good as it sounds!

What a Night!

Well, tonight was the big awards ceremony and although I knew that I had won the Rising Star Award for Canada, I wasn't sure of what place I'd come in until tonight. I will admit that I burst into tears when I heard the words," and the number one Rising Star from North Vancouver is..." the rest was a blur! That's me in the teal coloured dress standing next to Shelli! Sorry about the blurry photo:) This was definitely the highlight of Convention! I received a beautiful necklace from Tiffany's as well as a $2000 cash award... talk about spoiled! The other two women with me are so talented and I felt so honoured to be up there with them.

Swap Card #2

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This was the card that I decided on doing for my second set of swap cards. I only did 44 of this particular card and altered it slightly to make use of the supplies that I had on hand. I absolutely love the colours of the new Cottage Wall DSP... watch out for my class on September 1st featuring this DSP! I'll post the details when I arrive home on the 9th:)

I DID IT!

First of all let me start off by saying that Convention is absolutely CRAZY and I now understand why people love coming so much. It is much more than I ever imagined and today made it absolutely AMAZING! This picture is of me at the awards booth today. I received a message when I did my online check-in last week that let me know that I had won an award and that I needed to report to the awards booth. I received 6 new stamp sets on top of the ones that I got in my Convention bag. Then I received the best news ever... I was going to Founder's Circle. For those of you saying "huh?" I'll give you a brief explanation. Every year Stampin' Up sends about 130 demonstrators from across North America to Utah for a 5 day retreat. As a Canadian there are very few opportunities to earn this reward as we only make up about 10% of the demonstrators in North America. We only make up 22 of the roughly 130 demonstrators. I am in that group! We found out at the Awards Booth only when they brought out our Founder's Circle Convention bag which we go in addition to the already adorable convention bag (yes Sabriena, it's too cute!:) Everybody in the area screams when the Founder's Circle Bags come out of the back and makes a huge deal. It was so much fun and my upline Kari, who is also attending Founder's Circle snapped this pic as I was receving my bag. Tomorrow night is that actual awards ceremony and that is where I will find out what place I came in for the Rising Star Award in Canada as they award this to the top three demos in Canada for their first complete year. Can't wait to share more with you! I've got some fabulous swaps to show you over the next little while! Tomorrow morning is the first General Session and apparently we will be hearing some big news tomorrow!