New Card Clubs . . . forming now!!!

We had the final Stampin' Up! card club for 2011 tonight. . . this means new card clubs start in January!!!

Right now I have ONLY 3 spots open. . . . choose from the 2nd Wednesday or 2nd Thursday of the month club. Each month you make 5 cards which I have designed for you (you do NOT have to be an experience stamper to join us) . . . the only obligation is to purchase $25 from the Stampin' Up! catalog(s) for your personal use.

Clubs will run from January-June so at the end of the club you will have made 30 cards.

One month you will get hostess benefits!!!

Let me know if you are interested in joining us. :o)

georgia@mustainlaw.com or 221-9288

The Online Extravaganza SALE starts MONDAY!!!

The Online Extravaganza 24-hour-only sale items will be available MONDAY November 21, from 12:01 AM - 11:59 PM (MT). These are extremely limited-time deals! Visit: http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/ to check them out!!!  Because these are EXTREMELY LIMITED I suggest you order ONLINE as to not miss any of the deals!

Happy Shopping!

Georgia

Scentsy Christmas Cut Off Date!!!

I just wanted to let you know that Scentsy has announced the ordering cut off date for Christmas. . . December 19th is the magic day.  However, I suggest ordering by at least December 15th to ensure it's here.  You never know what the weather will do!

View the catalog and holiday collection at http://www.georgiacaulkins.scentsy.us/  and shop 24/7!

I have several orderings going in this month, so if you'd like to save in shipping, (and live close to me) call or e-mail me your order!

Happy Shopping!

Georgia

221-9288 or georgia@mustainlaw.com

Online Extravaganza Is Coming!

Online Extravaganza, our annual sale to kick off the holiday shopping season, will begin Monday, November 21, 2011, and run through Wednesday, November 30, 2011.

Log in to my Online Store on Monday, November 21, to take advantage of great savings, like FREE digital downloads valued at $40 when you buy My Digital Studio Express, 60 percent off select Designer Fabrics, and 30 percent off an exclusive ribbon bundle!

In addition, there will be two items on sale for 24 hours only (November 21, 12:01 AM - 11:59 PM [MT])-so make sure you don't miss the first 24 hours of Online Extravaganza!

Happy Shopping @ http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/

~ Georgia



Get Your 5th FREE Download Today!

We had a wildly successful Digital Scrapbooking Day with our four-day online event on MyDigitalStudio.net. People far and wide came to visit the site and get their free My Digital Studio downloads. Thanks to your efforts in sharing the word, we exceeded our goal of giving the downloads to at least 5,000 people!

And as promised, since you helped us hit that mark, we're excited to share the fifth FREE download with you. Get it here!

This download will be available until November 20, 2011.

Digital Scrapbooking Day Online Event!

Dates: November 4-7, 2011

Details: Celebrate Digital Scrapbooking Day with Stampin' Up! for a four-day online event designed to introduce more of our demonstrators and customers to our digital content. Digital Scrapbooking Day is November 5, but we'll keep the celebration going from November 4-7! The event will include free downloads, blog posts with exciting project ideas all weekend long, and the announcement of the 2011 My Digital Studio Contest winners.

Get the FREE Downloads: Access the free downloads from MyDigitalStudio.net November 4-7, after completing a quick survey.

Brand-new, never seen before FREE downloads include:
•So Typefelt Stamp Brush Set
•Neutral Delightful Digital Tape
•Home for the Holidays Ensemble
•Delight in the Day Photobook Template


PLEASE NOTE - you do NOT have to have My Digital Studio to download and use these images.

Let me know if you have any questions!

Georgia

Happy Halloween

Hi Stampers,

I hope everyone had a safe and Happy Halloween.  Our kids had so much fun this year trick-or-treating, and Blake really enjoyed his Halloween party at school.

For the treat bags you can bet I had to make them using my big shot!  The boys had pumpkins and the girls got witches.

The kids loved them!  Here is a picture of Blake with his teacher, Mrs. K.

For Halloween Blake was a lego and Callie Ann was a puppy!

And here's the whole family on Halloween Night. . . .

Thanks for stopping by!
Georgia

Tanner's

Hi Stampers,

Today our family went to Tanner's Orchard. . . using My Digital Studio I put together a simple picture to have printed to give to the family.

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

btw - card clubs meet THIS WEEK!!!

My Digital Studio

This holiday season, give your gifts using My Digital Studio, and then get one for yourself! Enjoy the gorgeous Savor the Season digital hostess holiday ensemble for free when you buy $150 in My Digital Studio (or other Stampin’ Up!) products! Learn more here.

That’s not the only holiday perk. We now have discounts—up to 25 percent—on select print products when you order in bulk. This new bulk pricing is the perfect solution for your holiday cards, gift tags, or gift giving this holiday season. See the details here. To access the bulk pricing, all you need to do is update your software.

With this FREE software update, you’ll also see more functionality, including the ability to create customizable calendars, as well as additional print options (a board book, different paper options, and more).

Start designing with these new print options in mind. Check out the latest downloads here and shop online at http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/ to purchase them today!

Big Shot Recruiting Promotion!!!

Dates: October 1-31, 2011

Promotion Details: The Big Shot is a big deal! And during October, when you join the Stampin' Up! family you will get a FREE Big Shot (or up to $100 in free Stampin' Up! products)!

Things to Remember

Product Bonus

•Any new recruit who signs up during the promotion period will receive a Sizzix Big Shot Machine or $100 in Stampin' Up! products of their choice from any of our current catalogs.

•New recruits who join online at http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/ will be given access to the Promotional Product Bonus order type approximately one hour after they complete their online enrollment form.  . In this order type, they will either enter the item number for the Big Shot (item 113439) or the item numbers for up to $100 in Stampin' Up! products. Products can be chosen from any current catalog and shipping is free!

•New Recruits should ensure that their free total comes as close as possible to $100 without going over since the Promotional Product Bonus order type will not allow items beyond $100 to be added to the order.

•New recruits will have until November 30, 2011, to redeem their product bonus.

•New recruits may purchase the standard or Digital+ Starter Kit, and may add the Stampin' Memories, Definitely Decorative, or My Digital Studio Software Add-On for the regular add-on price.

•New recruits may substitute a Textured Impressions Embossing Folder ($7.95 or less; see pages 218-219) for the Always Bird Décor Elements (p. 233) that comes standard in the Starter Kit.

•New recruits who join Stampin' Up! during this promotion are still eligible for any programs available to a new recruit, including but not limited to the Extra 10% Instant Income offer, Stampin' Start, and the opportunity to purchase a Business Booster Kit.

Starter Kit order form deadlines: Online: Monday, October 31, 2011; 11:50 PM (MT)

Contact me if you have any questions, and to receive my recruiter password at 309-221-9288 or georgia@mustainlaw.com so you can join the family and get a FREE BIG SHOT!!!

Buy Two Simply Sent Kits-Get a Free Stamp

Promotion Details: Buy two Simply Sent Kits and get a FREE coordinating stamp set! Our Simply Sent Kits are the ideal choice for the beginning crafter. The card kits offer a variety of basic themes, so it's easy to create cards for any occasion.

Shop 24/7 @ http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/ or give me a call at 309-343-9356 to place and order!
 
Thanks for stopping by!
Georgia

Halloween Punch Art

Hi Stampers,

Today I  have a card to share with you that club members made this past month.  It's a Halloween card and everything was made using Stampin' Up!'s punches!  It's super cute and it was easy to make.

I used the Owl punch to make both the bat and the ghost.

If you have any questions . . . please ask!

Thanks for stopping by!
Georgia

Scentsy with Georgia!!!

Stampers,

I'm very excited to tell you that not only can you purchase Stampin' Up! items from me you can now get your Scentsy items from me too.

To kick off my new business I'm having an open house in my home next Wednesday from 6:30-8pm.

You can also order 24/7 at http://www.georgiacaulkins.scentsy.us/. 

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Mattoxx's Birthday

Hi Stampers,

Last week was my nephew Mattoxx's 1st birthday and you can bet I had to make him a card.  The theme was Mickey Mouse, so I searched for a Mickey card and found one using "punch art". . . I just knew I wanted to case it and here's what I came up with.

And here's a picture of the birthday boy with his mom and dad.

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Card Club!

Just a reminder that Thursday Card Club is tomorrow, and Wednesday's club is NEXT week.

ALSO . . if you've signed up for the button class Friday's is at 11am and Saturday's is at 1pm.

Happy Stamping!
Georgia

Wilhelmina's Birthday Card

Hi Stampers,

Last night Blake brought home a birthday invitation for Wilhelmina's 6th birthday party . . . she is a girl in his kindergarten class.  Since we will be at the Caulkins' family reunion during party time he can't go.  Bless his heart he wanted to take a birthday card to her, and he wanted it to have a "barbie" on it.

Well as you know Stampin' Up! does not have any barbie stamps since they are trademarked. . . but we have a stamp set called, Little Princess, that I knew would work!

Since it was for a girl I had to go with Pretty in Pink for the main color. . . add a little ribbon and rhinestones for bling and it was done!

What do you think?  I think it turned out so cute that card club members might be making one just like it this month!

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful weekend!

Georgia



Holiday Mini

Hi Stampers,

The Holiday Mini starts TODAY. . . . be the first to view the catalog HERE.

Don't forget you can order online at http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/.

Final Call!!!

Final Call for Friday & Saturday's Button Bracelet class. . . . I'm ordering supplies tonight, so please let me know BEFORE 5pm if you are coming and what color of buttons you want: Brights, Subtles, Regals or Neutrals. :o)

Here's the link for all of the details!
 
Attn: SU Demos. . . I have a couple attending. . . if you'd like to come and make a bracelet with us let me know. :o)

BAB Onesie

Hi Stampers,

Last summer I decorated some onesie for the stamp fair. . . well just the other day I put Callie Ann into one of them.  She was so cute!

First here's a picture from the original post. You can see the original post HERE and the others I decorated.

Now a picture of Miss Callie Ann. . . She has almost out grown this outfit. . . . who knows. . . maybe #3 will be wearing it next year. :o)

And there she goes. . . it was hard to get a good picture of her, but that's what happens when you have a 14 month old running around. :o)

Thanks for stopping by!

~ Georgia ~

Hello, Doily!

Hi Stampers,

Just a reminder that the mini catalog goes until August 31st, so if you have something on your wish list you'll want to get it before then.  You can view the mini catalog at the top left side of my blog.

ALSO  The deadline for the Super Cute Button Bracelet class is August 30th. . . you can view all of the details HERE. (Please note demos are welcome to attend. . . just sent me an e-mail at georgia@mustainlaw.com for those details.)

Today I'd like to share with you a card made using the stamp Hello, Doily.  Better than the real thing, this intricate doily design comes in all colors since you can stamp it in any of our inks! Use this gorgeous artwork with other coordinating products from our Flirtatious suite.

The stamp was embossed with clear embossing powder then I used a sponge dauber to make it "pop"!

The birthday phrase comes from the Hostess Set, Happiest Birthday Wishes!

Let me know if you have any questions, and thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

p.s.  Before I go I almost forgot to share with you a couple of pictures from the weekend.  My family took a road trip up to "Chicagoland" to see and ride on Thomas the Train!  Even though it rained on us for about 1 1/2 hours we still had a great time!

Here's Blake with Thomas the Train . . . he was excited to wear a rain coat.

And here's our wet family on the train. . . . we all had rain coats, but Rocky was the only one who didn't take his off on the ride.

And here's a picture after the rain came to a stop . . .

Homemade

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you a card sample using the stamp Homemade.  I just love using Chocolate Chip card stock with Pretty in Pink.  The stamp Homemade is perfect with the new Scallop Punch.

I also wanted to share with you a picture of my little guy. . . this is how you look when your face meets the gravel at the playground on the 2nd day of school. :o(

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful weekend.
~Georgia

2011 Holiday Stamp Fair

Hi Stampers,

Are you ready for the most exciting Stampin' Up! Event of the YEAR?? If so, you won't want to miss this event!

Stampin' Up! Holiday Stamp Fair!

Date: Saturday, October 15th

Times: Session 1: 9am - Noon

           Session 2: 1pm - 4pm

(Please note that session 1 has limited space, so e-mail me today to ensure your spot!)

Location: Knox County Agri Center (180 S. Soangetaha Road, Galesburg, IL 61401)

**Retired Stamp Store*

**Four Make and Take Projects**

**Door Prizes**

**Demonstration using New Products from the Holiday Mini**

**Lots of Samples, so bring your camera!**

Please bring your scissors, adhesive and sticky strip. I will have extra snail refills and sticky strip for purchase.

Cost: Pre-registered Guests $15
At the Door $20 (limited number available)
For Additional Information: georgia@mustainlaw.com or 309-221-9288

On average we have about 100 ladies attend this awesome stamping event. Space for session 1 is limited to around 50 stampers, so if you want session 1, which is 9am-noon, you'll want to e-mail me TODAY to save the spot.

If you have not been to a stamp fair before let me assure you that it is awesome. . . we do 4 make and take projects and this year we will have one demonstration. She will be showcasing the new Holiday Mini Catalog.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Flight of the Butterfly

Hi Stampers,

As I blog today Miss Callie Ann and I are outside on the porch enjoying the wonderful weather.  Blake is at school (the 1st full day) and we are looking forward to a girl's morning.  I'm hoping Blake has a great day at school, as it did not start off very well.  He took a very nasty fall off of the spider web at school face first down into the rocks. . . . it broke my heart. :o(

Today I'd like to share with you a card using the stamp set Flight of the Butterfly.  It is a card my club members made this past month.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Georgia

1st day of Kindergarten

Hi Stampers,

Blake had an AWESOME first day at school.  I just had a couple of pictures I wanted to share with you.

Thanks for stopping by!
Georgia

Super Cute Button Bracelet Class

Hi Stampers,

School Starts today for Blake. . . he's so excited that he was up at 6am this morning.  Of course I'm gonna take a bunch of pictures today and if I don't forget I'll post some later.

Today I'd like to share with you the details of my Super Cute Button Bracelet Class.

How would you like to learn how to make a super cute button bracelet? if so, you'll want to attend one of the two classes I'm offering.


Option A: Friday, September 9th at 11AM
Option B: Saturday, September 10th at TBA*
(* Class will be at either 10am or 2pm; I'm waiting on Blake's soccer/football schedules.)

Cost is $15  You will have enough supplies to make two button bracelets. :o)

Please RSVP and send payment by August 30th.

When RSVPing let me know which pack of buttons you would like: Brights, Neutrals, Regals or Subtles.

If you have questions, or if you would like me to send you a flyer about this class with all of the details call 309-221-9288 or send me an e-mail: georgia@mustainlaw.com.

Little Princess

Hi Stampers and Happy Monday!

I'm so excited for my son today, because school starts tomorrow!!!  Tonight we get to take some supplies to school, and he can meet his teacher and find his desk.  He is in Mrs. K's class at Gale Grade School.

However, today's sample is all about a Little Princess and is uses the stamp set, Little Princess, from the new 2011-2012 Idea Book and Catalog.

This would make a perfect birthday card for anyone's little princess.  Don't you just love the sparkle on her crown?

Let me know if you have any questions, and THANKS for stopping by today!

Enjoy your day!

Georgia

Shop 24/7 @ http://www.georgiacaulkins.stampinup.net/

Button Bracelet . . .SUPER CUTE!!!

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you the button bracelet I made this past week.  It is super cute, and not hard to make once you get your first one done.  For this bracelet I used 30 buttons from Stampin's Up! bright family.  You can make two bracelets from one package of buttons.

And here's how they turned out.

Here is a smaller version I made for Callie Ann.  I tired to take a picture with it on her, but she did not want to sit still.

Let me know if you are interested in attending a class to make the button bracelets. . . I would love to put that on my calendar.

If you have any questions, please ask!

Thanks for stopping by!

Georgia

Family Update

Hi Stampers,

I feel so bad that I can't blog more often, but family comes first.  Today I'd like to just give you a little family updated. 

Tuesday my oldest child, Blake starts kindergarten.  He is so very excited and LOVES his Scooby Doo Lunch box. . . it's the Mystery Machine, and it is pretty awesome.  It does not seem possible that he is going to be in grade school.  I'm sure before I know it he'll be entering his senior year. . . . sniff . . . sniff! I better get started on those scrapbooks for his graduation open house. LOL!

Little Miss Callie Ann is now 14 months old and into EVERYTHING!!!  She also LOVES to climb.  It is a daily event to take her down from the dinning room table, as she's pulled out a chair and is standing on the table.  I did bring up a little tykes slide, in hopes of turning all of her attention to climbing on that.  Sometimes it works, and other times the table is where you'll find her.

Just this past week I took the kids to Niabi Zoo for the morning.  We had a nice cool day for it and the animals were out and the lions were roaring!  Here are a few of pictures from our outting!

I have exciting news!!!  Next February Callie Ann will no longer be the baby of the family. . . #3 is due February 15th!  There are LOTS of things that we need to get figured out before then. . . but I keep telling myself we have time. :o)

Thanks for taking time to read about my children. . . Rocky and I think they are pretty special!

~ Georgia

P.S.  As you can see from my post a couple of days ago I'm starting a Marker Club, let me know if you are interested.  I also have plans to start a scrapbook club,  which will meet once a month at my home to make a two page 12x12 layout.  Details will follow soon!

2011-2012 In Color Ruffled Ribbon Divy!

How would you like to have each color of the 5 new 3/8" In Color Ruffled Ribbons without spending $60 to purchase each spool?
This is a one time purchase and for ONLY $ 6 you will receive 5 yards of ribbon, which breaks down to 1 yards of each of the 5 2011-2012 In Colors.

Space is limited so reserve your spot today!

There is no limit to the number of spots you can have, so if you’d like two yards of each for a total of 10 yards $12 let me know.

Join the Marker Club!

Would you like to have the complete set of 48 dual tipped markers plus the Blush Blossom Marker, VersaMarker and White Gel Pen? For four months and $37.50 a month (plus shipping and tax) you'll get the complete set of markers and the carrying case plus $25.00 of Stampin’ Up! merchandise.

How it works:

The Club works on a 4-member basis. Each member commits to pay $37.50 (plus shipping/handling and tax = $44.91) per month for four months. You can either invite three buddies to join the club or be willing to wait until three others sign up independently.

Each month you will receive a set of 10 makers. The 4th month you will receive the Marker Carrying Case and your choice of $25 in merchandise from the Stampin’ UP! Catalog, which you will need to give me during the first month.

You DO NOT have to attend or host a workshop, but this does require a commitment from each member.

To join the club fill out the form and return to me at the address listed below, or shoot me an e-mail with your information: georgia@mustainlaw.com

**Georgia's Marker Club Sign Up Form**

 

Name: _______________________________________

Address:______________________________________

The best way to contact me is: _______ Phone ______ E-mail
Phone Number: ______________________________________
E-Mail Address: ______________________________________

Please list below the $25 in merchandise you would like to receive. Please note you can also choose from the hostess items. . . . Get Excited!!!

Return form to: Georgia Caulkins, 789 Jefferson Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
 
Please call with questions and/or to sign up! Georgia's Cell Phone: 309-221-9288

Karley Nell

Hi Stampers,

On my birthday my sister gave birth to a precious baby girl, Karley Nell!  I'm very excited to share August 3rd with her. :o)

First here's a picture of Miss Karley Nell.  She was born at 9:41am and was 8lbs 5ozs 20 inches long.

And here's the card I made for Karley Nell

Of course I couldn't show up at the hospital without a gift, so I got her a few cute outfits and put them in a bucket.

Thanks for stopping by!
Georgia

Buy 3 Get 1 Free

During August, you will get a FREE package of Designer Series Paper when you buy three! This is a limited-time offer to stock up on all of your favorites, including brand-new designs from the 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalog.

There is no limit to the number of free packages of Designer Series Paper a customer can earn.

Specialty Designer Series Paper, Hostess Designer Series Paper, and 2011 Holiday Mini Designer Series Paper are not part of this promotion and cannot be redeemed through this offer.

Sunny Fun ~ Summer Mini Catalog

Hi Stampers,

If you live in the Midwest . . . you know it's HOT outside!! So why not stay indoors, where hopefully it is cool, and shop for Summer items!!



Today I'd like to share a sample using the Sunny Fun stamp set from the Summer Mini Catalog. . . remember you have until August 31st to order from the Summer Mini!

The designer paper comes from the Brights collection as do the markers I used. :o)

Thanks for stopping by and treat yourself to a popsicle today to cool off!

Georgia

Engraved Greetings

Engraved Greetings has retired, but I couldn't not share this sample with you. . . also I have my retired engraved greetings for sale along with many other retired stamp sets. . . let me know if you'd like to see the price list. :o)

Convention 2011 Highlights

The past few days thousands of demonstrators have been in Salt Lake City, Utah at the Stampin' Up! convention. . . since little Callie Ann is still nursing I was not among them. . . maybe next year!


Here's the official Convention video . . check it out!

$99 Starter Kit and Free Project Kit Promotion

Dates: July 1-31, 2011


Promotion Details: It's always more fun to stamp with friends! The limited-time $99 Starter Kit is the perfect choice for the lover of Stampin' Up! products.


When you join you will get a Christmas Keepsake project kit absolutely FREE--a $40 value! This exclusive kit contains everything you need to create a beautiful Christmas Keepsake Box to hold your most treasured Christmas memories.


See below for details on the limited-time $99 Starter Kit.

$99 Starter Kit

Contains over $180 in products and business supplies--including new products from the 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalog! All items below are recommended, but a new demonstrator can substitute a similar item of equal or lesser value.