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7/24/2013

Can you Spare Some Change - Stampin' Up! Convention Make & Take

Hi Beauties~

There were some great make & takes at this years convention.  When I first saw the Gorgeous Grunge stamp set, it wasn't my favorite, but after using it at the Stampin' Up! Convention Make & Take, I absolutely fell in LOVE with it.  I think this may just be my go to set for a while, so don't be shocked to see splatters on a lot of my cards.  Here is the card that we made at convention.

 
and with a little turn, color, and stamp change, I came up with this. 
 
 
 
It's amazing what just a little change can make.  I think they are both great cards! 
What changes can you make to this card? 
 
 
Gorgeous Grunge 130514
Regular Price: $27.72
Preferred Price: $24.95
                                         
You don't have to live in Seattle to appreciate some gorgeous grunge--use any of the five grunge-inspired elements here to "dirty" up your creation (in a cool way, of course!). Wood-mount.

Set quantity: 5
 
 
Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/22/2013

Day 3 & Post Convention

Hi Beauties~
 
Day 3 of convention was so much fun.  So much in fact that I didn't have time to keep you updated.  The day was filled with great classes.  Then the final general meeting had tons of Prize Patrols.  This year everyone who attended convention won at least one prize patrol.  The last prize patrol was for 25 people who won every stamp set in the upcoming Holiday Catalog... LUCKY!!!  Stampin' Up! sure does know how to throw a great party.  I am so glad I went and look at all the loot I got.

 
There were so many samples throughout the Gathering Place, where all of us met.  I had to snap a few shot of my favorite boards for you to see.  At first I didn't realize there was a hidden meaning.  Can you see it? wink, wink...
 
 
I had so much fun and wish you could have been there with us.  How about next year?  Become part of my team and attend next years event with us.  Click here to join the fun!
 
 
Oh yeah and don't let me forget the best part... SWAPS, SWAPS, SWAPS!!!  I gathered, collected and swapped about 100 cards this year.  They were all so pretty, but I narrowed it down. Here is a video of my top 10, it sure was hard to pick out of all those great swaps.


FYI~ No Grandchild yet, he waited until convention was over.  Such a good boy!  We are home safe & sound and ready for baby Trent to come out and say hello to the world.

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/19/2013

Convention - Day 2 Stampin' Up! Undefined

Holy smokes, today was a busy one.  The best part was hanging out with my weSTAMP group.
I didn't win prize patrol, but I did get a box from a past Paper Pumpkin.  We did some great make & takes.  I didn't think I liked the Grunge stamp set, but we got it free here at convention, so I tried it.  Can I say, this might just be one of my most favorite sets now.  I can't wait to get home and make some videos to show some great things!  I have also finished swapping all the cards I made.  I have picked out the top 10 from all 100 that I ended up swapping, in total.  I will be making a video and will have that on YouTube for you to see very soon.  Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel, so you don't miss it.  Oh man, I almost forgot... Stampin' Up! announced some great new products.  You are going to love it.  I will let you know as soon as I get more information.  See below for one new announcement that just came out.  I can't wait to "make" my first stamp.  Watch the video below to see what I am talking about.

Was that awesome or what!!!  Alright, well time for Awards Night and more picture taking at the Gathering Place.  I will have so much for you in the days and weeks to come.  Thank you for following my blog and being such a great BEAUTY!!!

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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Convention - Day 2

Hi Beauties ~

Have you placed your new Paper Pumpkin order yet?  I sure did, how could I pass up such a great deal. I hope you are liking the updates and pictures from convention.  Oh yes, I did happen to catch a great Kenny Chesney concert last night as well (that was a special reward for my great husband who brings me out to Salt Lake City every year for convention). It doesn't hurt that his Dad, Brother & Grandparents live here :)  So it's not too hard to convince him. 

As promised, here is today's card.


I learned this technique with the mosaic embossing folder and the mosaic punch, from my up-upline Anita during our stamp time together last week.  It was a great time and I would suggest having a random stamping buddy for those days when you just want to get together and stamp.  If you need a stamping buddy, I am here and ready to get together at any time!


Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/18/2013

Convention - Day 1 plus Stampin' Up! Paper Pumpkin Promo Deal

Hi Beauties~
 
It is day one of the Stampin' Up! Annual Convention.  Here is one of the cards I will be swapping.  I have done various cards that I will show you, but I think you will see a color theme between most of them.  I will post one each day. As well as keep you up with the on-goings of convention throughout the week.  I will also be posting on Facebook, Twitter & Vine (Please find me under Jean Piersanti on all social media sites).  And for those of you who are not aware, my YouTube is StampinUpGirl
 
Oh yes, before I forget, check out the Paper Pumpkin Deal that started today.  It is a must buy at this great price!!!  Please use the link below and name me as your demonstrator.  Thanks so much ladies!!!
 

Offer Dates: July 18, 2013 -August 31, 2013
Offer Details: 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 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 and your customers need to visit my paper pumpkin by clicking here to get more information or to join.
  • 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).

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/17/2013

On the Road Again...

Hi Beauties~

I am on the road to Salt Lake City Utah for the Stampin' Up! Annual Convention.  This year we will be celebrating 25 years of Stampin' Up! Conception.  Congratulations goes out to all the Staff and Demonstrators of Stampin' Up!  If you want to be a part of this great fun next year, sign up to be a demonstrator today because I want to hang out with you next year in SLC UTAH!!!

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/16/2013

Partial Embossing

Hi Beauties ~


Sometimes, don't you just want to have only a portion of your card embossed?  Same here...  So I have done this with a few of my cards and I really like it.  I like that you can easily stamp one end and still have the other end with some dimension.  Best part is, it is still just one piece of paper that is being used.  Here are directions on how this is achieved.  Enjoy!


Wanting to become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator?  I would be happy to have you join my team. Check out the great special that is just for demonstrators who join from now through August 31, 2013.


Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/15/2013

Make a Baseball - EASY using Stampin' Up! Products

Hi Beauties ~



I was making one of my swaps for convention and thought I might quickly show you how I made the baseball in this card using Stampin' Up! Products.  I think this is a perfect card for a child or man (or if you played softball like me, you may like it for a girl as well).



Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/12/2013

Guess the Stamp Set - ANSWER

Did you guess it?  The stamp from Sunday's "Can you spare some change - Guess the Stamp Set" post is none other than the Hot Air Balloon from the You're Amazing Stamp Set.

 
If you order the You're Amazing Stamp Set this weekend
(place order before Midnight on Sunday Pacific Standard Time),
you will receive a rebate of 10% for your cost (before Tax & Shipping).
 
You're Amazing

You're Amazing 132103
Price: $30.95
Step right up and check out this fabulously vintage six-piece stamp set featuring the nostalgic look of old-fashioned circus ephemera. Use it for birthday and friendship paper crafting projects for young and old. Wood-mount.

Set Quantity: 6
Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/11/2013

One Sheet Double Sided Tag - Stampin' Up! Supplies

Hi Beauties ~

I wanted to share how I made this quick and easy tag using just one piece of scrap paper.  Enjoy!

 
 In the 2013-2014 annual catalog, we offer the Stampin' Write Marker New Color Kit (item 130034, page 163) to help you update your Many Marvelous Marker pack. Now, we've sweetened the deal. For a limited time, from June 26 until October 31, you can buy any of the new colors in the pack or on their own! Go ahead, fill in the missing pieces in your collection or buy the whole lot.
 
 
 
 
ITEMPRICEDESCRIPTION
130034$28.95Stampin' Write Marker New Color Kit
Bermuda Bay, Blushing Bride, Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Island Indigo, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party, Smoky Slate, Soft Sky, Wisteria Wonder
131899$3.50Bermuda Bay Stampin' Write Marker
131265$3.50Blushing Bride Stampin' Write Marker
131902$3.50Calypso Coral Stampin' Write Marker
131901$3.50Crushed Curry Stampin' Write Marker
131905$3.50Island Indigo Stampin' Write Marker
131266$3.50Pear Pizzazz Stampin' Write Marker
131904$3.50Pool Party Stampin' Write Marker
131898$3.50Smoky Slate Stampin' Write Marker
131900$3.50Soft Sky Stampin' Write Marker
131903$3.50Wisteria Wonder Stampin' Write Marker
 
Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/10/2013

First Round of my Stampin' Up! Chevron Ribbon Swap

Hi Beauties~

Just a quick note to let you know that I mailed out the first round of the Chevron Ribbon Share (priority mail). 

For those of you who missed the first round, the second round is ready to go.  If you want to order your Chevron Ribbon in every color, check out my Chevron Ribbon Share.



Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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Holiday Sample plus Ink

Hi Beauties~

One of the perks of being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator is getting to try some of the products before they come out.  I got my holiday order yesterday and had to start playing with it ASAP.  Here is the first card I made.  I love the DSP and this Santa looks so cute.  Reminds me of being a kid.  I can't wait to try the rest of my order.

 
If you want to get to become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and get your supplies before the general public, then please feel free to Join My Team. I love what I do and you can, to for only $99.00 
 
Also,  I am looking for new Ink Club Members.  Are you interested in owning every ink color that Stampin' Up! has?  If so, you will want to be a part of this Ink Pad Club
 
 
 
Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/09/2013

A literal paper "Paper" Clip with some Washi Fun

Hi Beauties ~

Just wanted to show you a card I made for my dear friends.  I created a paper clip out of paper.  I really liked the look and will play a little more with it, when I get a chance.  Hope you like it. 

 
Watch the video if you want to see how I made the paper paper clip.
 
 
 
If you want some more Washi Tape fun, check out the online tutorial
that Stampin' Up! has going on right now or anytime at your convenience!!!
 
 
 
What To Washi Online Class - Digital Download 134742
Price: $14.95
Offering seven different sections of Washi wisdom, this class includes everything you need to know to make the most of one of the hottest crafting trends out there. Washi Tape has taken the crafting world by storm, offering an incredibly quick, easy way to add a fresh, colorful look to any project. Our What to Washi Class explores a myriad of Washi options and provides much more than the basics for you to begin your own Washi adventures. This class includes written instructions, step-out photos, instructional videos, and supply lists for more than 30 projects.

Includes:
* 7 PDF Documents
* 2 Instructional Videos
 
 

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/08/2013

July's Thank you Cards

Hi Beauties,

This weekend I was making July's Thank you cards for everyone who orders from me in the month of July. 

SPECIAL!!! This month I am giving a 1 Point BATS Reward for ANY order placed between July 1-31, 2013 (even for orders under $50.00)

Click below to see the quick video to see how I made the July thank you card.


 
Earn your first BATS Reward now by purchasing a
Cards for Sale - Grab Bag or Chevron Ribbon Share
 
 
Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/07/2013

Christmas in July - Snowman Crunch Tutorial

To celebrate my Christmas in July class, we will be making this Snowman Crunch.  As always, attendees will receive the tutorial with the class project. 

If you would like a copy of the tutorial, please CLICK HERE or visit my Tutorials Page by clicking on the sidebar at any time. 
He is so cute? 
 
 
This is my first tutorial that I am offering for sale. 
Keep your eye out for additional tutorials in the future.

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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Can you spare some change - Guess the stamp set ???

Hi Beauties ~

If you have read my past entries, you know that I like to take an idea and change it up a little to get a different or more advanced look.  I have been staring at this stamp for over a year now, knowing that I could make something different out of this stamp set. I think I accomplished it an out of the box thinking.  What do you think? 


Do you have any stamps that you have changed from it's original state?  If so, please tell me about it and you may be featured on a future "Can you spare some change" post!  Don't you just love to see creativity throughout your days!  I sure do. 

If you know the stamp set, please leave it on my comments.  If you don't know the name of it, look through the catalog to see if you can find it.  Otherwise, you will have to wait until Friday July 12th to find out!  See you then!!!

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/06/2013

Color Glimmer Paper - Part 2

Hi Beauties ~

Yesterday I showed you how to color silver glimmer paper with ink, now I want to show you how to use embossing powder.  Here is a Thank you card I made for my friends that came to my husbands birthday party last week.

 
I just love the glimmer shining through the embossing powder.  Below is three different colors (plain silver, ink colored in Rich Razzleberry and Embossed in Melon Mambo)

 
Here is a video to see how I used the embossing powder, see yesterday's post for ink coloring.
 
 
 
 
 
Best of Shelli Clear-mount Stamp Set
Best of Shelli Clear-mount Stamp Set 133488
Price: $14.95
Who better to pick a “Best of” stamp set than the person who helped start Stampin’ Up! out of her garage 25 years ago? Shelli Gardner, our CEO and Cofounder picked her favorite stamp images from the past 25 years and helped combine them into a single set just for you! Even better, this set includes a never-before-seen flourish image, and the flower image coordinates perfectly with the 3/4” Circle Punch (item 119873).Set Quantity: 7

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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7/05/2013

Color Glimmer Paper - Part 1

Hi Beauties,

Don't you ever have a card that you want to add a little sparkle to, but the color just doesn't seem right.  Well, no fear, you can add color to your silver glimmer paper by using just a little ink.  See the card I made here with a Crisp Cantaloupe butterfly to match with the ink.  I made this card for a young family that is having a hard time battling cancer.  Please pray for the Johnson family.

 
Look at how pretty it is close up!

 
Check out the video below to see just how easy it is to do.
 
 

 
Order your Glimmer Paper Now
 
Silver Glimmer Paper
Silver Glimmer Paper 124005
Price: $4.95
Our Glimmer Paper is a no-mess way to add glitter to any project—now in silver, too! Cover-weight paper covered in Red or Silver glitter that will not brush off. Create festive shapes with Bigz, Bigz L, or Bigz XL, and Originals Dies, or any cutting tool. 2 sheets total. 12" x 12".

Happy Stampin' Beauties!!! ~ Jean Piersanti Stampin' Up! Demonstrator
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