Stellar Stamps

How many international corporate president's would send you a handmade, hand-written card? Answer = one. Stampin' Up!

I really can't believe how cool this is. I have represented Stampin' Up! for almost 11 wonderful years. At its helm is president Rich Jutkins. He is a hoot and has been at the helm only about 3-4 years though with SU much longer. They are expanding globally like crazy, the company is celebrating its 25th anniversary, they are and always have been in the black, they are the nicest people ever and amidst all that, this guy has the time to send me a handwritten note of congrats. So impressed.

In March, I reached a milestone of $300,000 in career sales. To recognize me, the company gave me $3000 cash. Awesome benefit of being a demonstrator! Almost as exciting as the cash bonus was the card from Rich. Did he make it? Likely not but he did write the most thoughtful and kind sentiment evidencing his class and the wonderful relationship he has with our company's demonstrators. Thank you Rich and thanks to Stampin' Up! for all the amazing opportunities I have had to learn and grow and be! Number one is the relationships I now have because of SU. Can you see why?

 

Ho - ho - ho.... Stampin' Up! releases the holiday "carry-over" set list

With the release of the retired list, some of you may be wondering which Christmas stamps will still be available. Don't cry or pout, we've gotcha covered!

• Evergreen Stamp Set (available in French)
• Greetings of the Season Stamp Set (available in French)
• Jewish Celebrations Stamp Set
• More Merry Messages Stamp Set (available in French)
• Ornament Keepsakes Stamp Set
• Snowflake Soiree Stamp Set (available in French and Spanish)

Can you handle more good news? These sets will still be available during the 2013-2014 catalog year. They will not be featured in the catalog, but will be available in my Online Store.

The Stampin' Up! retired stamp and accessories lists are here! Some items up to 60% off and "while supplies last"

See the list of retiring stamps here and order by May 31:  Download Retired_List_stamps_en-US

The accessories SELL OUT and are WHILE SUPPLIES LAST (seriously):  Download Retiredlist-sort_en-US

SOME ACCESSORIES UP TO 60% OFF

Order by linking to my online store HERE

Stampin' Up! introduces "Dolled-Up Birthday Kit"

The Dolled-Up Birthday kit includes the following:

• Dolled-Up Birthday Clear-Mount Stamp (1)
• 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" Crumb Cake Cardstock (6 pieces)
• 2" x 4-1/4" Very Vanilla Cardstock (6 pieces)
• Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes (6)
• Tea Lace Paper Doilies (6)
• Dress Up die-cuts (6)
• Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Spot (1)
• Vanilla 5/8" Flower Trim (6 pieces)
• Sponge Dauber (1)

Get everything you need to make six cards for only $15.95 (item 133913)!*

To assemble one card, follow the instructions below:

1. Place the stamp rubber side up and ink with the Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Spot.
2. Stamp "Happy Birthday" at the bottom of the card front.
3. Ink the Sponge Dauber with Soft Suede ink and gently antique the doily and the edges of the dress form.
4. Adhere the pieces to the card front in this order:
   
   • Doily
   • Very Vanilla Cardstock
   • Dress form
   • Flower

*Adhesive not included

Order now in my online store here. Simply enter the item number in the search box = 133913

Results of the April 6-8 Hostess Raffle - Four Winners who each get $40 in free product and one 50%-off item!!!

I have a Hostess Code Raffle where if you use a specific code I provide when you place your online order, you get 1 entry into a hostess freebies raffle for every $50 that you order. (Note that if you order $150+ you get your own hostess benefits and you do not use my code).

I made an error in not saying "minimum $50" the 2nd time I sent a notice about this and via a different database. So, for this raffle only, the entries are 1 per $25 as it wouldn't be fair to exclude those who ordered less than $50 but used the code due to my mistake in forgetting to say "minimum $50". If you spent $50, you now have double the entries. And, I can add those smaller orders to the qualifying orders to create more winners as the total gets larger.

Also, some of you forgot your code and Stampin' Up! is graciously allowing an exception to link them all together.  This may be the last time they make this exception for me.

The total of all orders is $1355.94. We have 47 entries reflecting the purchases of 25 customers. That's huge! This is the table that shows how much each order amount yields in freebies:

• $150-199 = $25 free product for 1 customer
• $200-249 = $30 free for 1
• $250-299 = $40 free for 1
• $300-399 = $50 free for 1
• $400-499 = $65 free for 1
• $500-599 = $80 split by 2 + each chooses 1 item at 50% off
• $600-699 = $100 split by 2 + each chooses 1 item at 50% off
• $700-799 = $115 split by 3 + each chooses 1 item at 50% off
• $800-899 = $130 split by 3 + each chooses 1 item at 50% off
• $900-999 = $145 split by 3 + each chooses 1 item at 50% off - I'll draw a 4th name for the 4th item at 50% off
• $1000+ = $160 split by 4 + each chooses 1 item at 50% off

So, with a total over $1000, we will have 4 winners who each receive $40 in the product of their choice AND one item at 50% off (you pay tax and shipping).

And the 4 winners are... using Random.org:

Congratulations Marie Mc, Patty K, Nancy P and Colleen L! What's cool is that they all had a different number of entries: 1, 2, 4 and 5. Anyone can win!    

Winners - please email me {StellarStamps@comcast.net} the following:

• $40 in the product of your choice with item codes
• Item you want at 50% off with code # - you pay tax and shipping from SU to me. I pay from me to you.
• If you do not want your 50% off item, I will offer it to #5 on the list then #6 and so on...
• Payment for 50% off item must be by check or Pay Pal transfer. You may use a credit card on Pay Pal but I can't take one directly from you on this type of hostess freebie order.
• Expect all items at your door by mid-May
• Deadline to reply to me with your selection is Monday, April 15
• I will finalize the order Tuesday, April 16.

Congratulations!!

The Hostess Code valid now through Friday, April 19 is:

EVGZCPJ3

Final Day: Free shipping on all Stampin' Up! products for three days

April 6, 7 and 8 = FREE SHIPPING on everything!!!!!!!!! Link to my store by clicking HERE.

 

 

 

via www.stellarstamps.com

Petite Label Curly Punch by Stampin' Up! now available

The Petite Curly Label Punch (#129405) that you saw in the Sale-A-Bration brochure is now available for purchase! You may buy it through May 31, and it will also be available in the new 2013-2014 annual catalog.

Click on the white button in the right column of this blog to enter my online store.

Stella's Stampin' Up! Hostess Code raffle - code valid thru April 8

If you order $150 or more, you trigger your own hostess benefits (free products).

If your order is less, you can use the code 6KPDBT7R when ordering and I will give away all the hostess benefits that trigger based on the total of ALL customer orders. Last week, the total was about $650 and two customers split $100 in a shopping spree AND they each chose one item at 50% off. It can be you!

Earn 1 entry for every $50 you order through my online store now through April 8. You might want to consider shopping April 6, 7 or 8 because Stampin' Up! is offering FREE shipping on everything with no minimum.

Be sure to enter your orders on your Loyalty Form to earn points towards a free stamp set of any value.  Download Stella's Star Rewards Loyalty Form

Where to insert the hostess code? See diagram below - you enter it while in your shopping bag before you checkout.

Also, you MUST see my name in the upper right of your screen. If you don't, you're not ordering in the right place. Link to my online store by clicking on the white ordering button on the right side of my blog here.

 

I will draw the winner/s names on April 10 and post here on that day.

Good luck!

Stampin' Up! is mixing up its colors for a Color Refresh

What the Refresh looks like.

Q: What are the new core colors, and what are the In Colors that are returning as core colors?

A: The one new color is called Smoky Slate. The nine returning In Colors as core colors are Bermuda Bay, Blushing Bride, Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Island Indigo, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party, Soft Sky, and Wisteria Wonder. Check out these colors displayed in their new collections!

• Beginning today (April 4, 2013), all retiring/discontinued color products (i.e. ink, paper, ribbon, accessories, etc.) will be available only while supplies last. This means that some products will not be available through the retired list period which begins April 24.

• And also announced today, free shipping is going on April 6-8, 2013, which would be a great time for you to get your favorites before they are gone!

 

Order any time by visiting my online store HERE.

Free shipping on all Stampin' Up! products for three days

April 6, 7 and 8 = FREE SHIPPING on everything!!!!!!!!! Link to my store by clicking HERE.

 

 

 

Fabric Frenzy this week only! 50% off all Stampin' Up! fabric

All fabric 50% off now through Sunday, the 31st! See fabric swatches and order by clicking HERE. Remember, quantities are limited at this price.

Click video below for 2+ minutes of great fabric ideas.

 

 

Final week for two assortments of limited-release "single stamps" by Stampin' Up!

Deadline to order = March 31

 

 Download Single_Flyers_Assortment3_US and image below.

Download Single_Flyers_Assortment4_US and image below.

Order 24/7 by clicking on the white ordering button on the right of this blog OR click HERE.

Stampin' Up! Fabric 50% off begins tomorrow - Monday, March 25 thru Sunday, March 31 only!

Seamstress or not--you'll love using our high quality Designer Fabric--especially at 50 percent off! 

Our Designer Fabric is designed to coordinate with Stampin' Up! inks, paper, and other accessories, and is perfect for adding a stylish touch to traditional paper projects. Available in an extra-wide fat quarters (18" x 26"). Use it for quilting, clothing, home décor, and more!

The sale starts Monday - get ready to jump into the spring Fabric Frenzy!

• Promotion dates: Monday, March 25-Sunday, March 31, 2013
• No minimum purchase required to receive the discount
• All items are limited quantity at the discounted price; the discount will be removed once the limit is reached

 

Page	Item	Description	Retail Price	Sale Price
170	126892	Essentials Designer Fabric	$29.95	$14.98
171	126893	Floral District Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
171	126894	Comfort Café Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
171	125411	Summer Smooches Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
171	125412	Twitterpated Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
171	122337	Timeless Portrait Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
171	122336	Beau Chateau Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
171	124066	Spice Cake Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
171	122335	Flirtatious Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
6*	129308	Tea for Two Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98
13*	129307	More Amore Designer Fabric	$9.95	$4.98

*spring catalog

Shop now by linking to my online store HERE AND NOW

And the winners of my first Stampin' Up! Hostess Code Raffle are.....

So those reading this know what was going on this week.... I offered my 1st ever Hostess Code Raffle. Every customer who applied a certain code to an online order of $50 or more would get 1 entry per $50 into a raffle for all the hostess benefits. The orders combined had to be a minimum of $150.

If the orders hit $500, then I'd draw two winners who would split $80 in the product of their choice for FREE plus 1 each any item at 50% off. If the total was $700+ I'd draw 3 names and so on. The contest ended last night and here is how it ended up:

• 11 orders totaling $658.37 - wow and yay!
• That means that size order triggers $100 in free products of her choice and 2 items at 50% off
• Because we were in the $600-699 range, we drew TWO winners who will each choose $50 in the product of her choice and 1 item at 50% off.

We use a very scientific method here at the MacKay home. It involves bits of paper, a Sharpie, a lovely handmade bowl and my teenage son who is an expert at raffle-name-picking (he does it weekly for a demonstrator team activity I have). 

Here are all the names entered - 1 entry for every $50 in orders:

Michael mixes them up vigorously. Note the blurry photo due to his taking this task seriously ;-)

He was to draw two names and the first name is......

And the second winner of $50 in the product of her choice and 1 half-off item is.....

Thanks to ALL who "played". I wish everyone could win :(

Cindy and Robin: you have a few days to get me your $50 in product choices (item numbers and names please) and if you want a 50% off item, let me know what it is and we'll figure out payment. I will order no later than March 31. Please email me at StellarStamps@comcast.net

 

If you want to play? Let's do it again. This time the code is good for all orders through Monday, April 1 (don't want to end it on Easter Sunday) and I'll draw the winner/s on Tuesday, April 2. You will have till that upcoming weekend to get me your order so I can close it on Monday, April 8.

We must have $150 to have a raffle.

The new Hostess Code is: 6VZ9QJJZ

Where do you put the code when you order? See image here:

Stampin' Up! introduces new product "This and That" AND is giving away free trips to San Diego!

Start with this ONE-MINUTE video so you can visualize what I'm about to talk about

  

• We're introducing the line with these five products, but we'll be adding more This and That stuff as time goes on.
• Bundle Dates : March 23-April 30  (note: the items that come in the bundle will be available in the new catalog June 1, but we're only offering the discounted bundled until April 30).
• You can get as many This and That products or bundles as you want.
• You can buy the This and That products separately. But why would you do that when you can get all five together and save 15 percent? 
• Did your spidey eyes see that two of our In Colors (Calypso Coral and Pool Party) are included in the products? Your eyes were right. You'll just have to check out the catalog in June to see what that's all about.

 

Item	Description	Price
131268	Epic Day This and That Journal	$10.95
130814	Epic Day This and That Designer Series Paper	$10.95
130133	Remember This and That Rotary Stamp	$5.95
131271	Epic Day This and That Designer Stickers	$4.95
131269	Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape	$4.95
133350	Epic Day This and That Bundle Includes the five This and That products listed above. Only available in a bundle until April 30.	$32.08  15% Off Retail Value!

As part of this product release, Stampin' Up! is giving away a free trip for two to beautiful San Diego! No obligation to enter. CLICK HERE TO ENTER TO WIN! Good luck!