Gift made for a Special Friend..

Each year my girlfriend and I try to give something homemade to each other,well we have in years gone by. This year I made a little scrap book of our time together in Bris, The idea came from a project we did at Convention a few years back, I just changed the colours etc, plus I also found this great idea, it looks like a coffee cup when you open it up, it has a seed packet inside for the person to plant, then when they flower or grow they think of you..  I think I will try making some of these over the holidays, a nice gift for someone hard to buy for. What do you think??
Happy New Year to you all, Hope it is successful, and that you are also happy and healthy.
Genevra

Christmas Card made by my Son

Each year my middle child ( 13years boy) makes his teacher from his last school in Melbourne a Xmas card, plus they keep in touch via email throughout the year which is lovely too. Last year you may remember he made the snowman card with a broken arm, this year he has gone for an easy look, he designed then made the card, his younger sister had made one similar the day before for her teacher but with a yellow background ( great minds think alike). Enjoy and hope you all have a fantastic Christmas, hope Santa is good to you.
Genevra

Avairy Stamp Set..

I borrowed the Avairy stamp set from a friend to have a play with and so unlike me I left it to the last day to play with it, due to work and making xmas cards, anyhow I cased these cards mainly from Stampin'Connections, I am happy how they turned out, I will keep them for displays at workshops, however I did stamp an extra few so I can use for cards through out the year.
Also with the December frenzy the Every Moment stamp set is back to full price. Get your orders in quick if you want others at the cheaper price.
Have a great weekend
Genevra

Extended Bon Bon..

As most of my family live on the other side of Australia, I wanted to give something that was homemade and could be packaged easily, so these bon bons were a bonus for my brother and family, plus they got a voucher as well. The little one is for niece filled with choccy's plus she got another gift, google extended bon bon and you will find it in U tube. It was so much easier than I thought, plus my brain didn't have to do the hard yards. The longer one fits a shower gel bottle, or little bottles of Alcohol and a chocolate, you could think of lots of ways to fill it.Enjoy...

Handmade 40th birthday cards..

Apologies for not updating more regularly, its a busy time of year..
A couple of weeks ago I celebrated my 40th birthday, these are all the handmade cards I recieved, you can see a stack of others to the side, my cards ladies took me out to lunch on the wednesday and again this past Saturday( 2 lots of different people) I was thoroughly spoiled and loved it...
Have a great day...

Genevra

My 2011 Christmas Cards

Well I have pretty well made and sent most of my Christmas cards this year, I made approx 70. I chose 2 designs, one was from a class this year and the other just one I came up with, casing from the mini..

Enjoy..
Genevra

Mini Launch last night

Last night I had my mini launch. These are the projects we made..

We also did a KK everyone that attended had to bring a gift handmade and wrapped for swapping, it also had to be under $5. I forgot to take a photo of these however they were wonderful, there was a washer made to look like a rabbit holding a candy cane, a bath bomb wrapped in a washer to look like a bon bon, and an oragami box with candle inside, another was a stiched bag with a very cute owl inside , and box with choccy's and a sleigh with choccy's and a keyring ( I made this)

And  lastly these cute santa's. 1 for each attendee.

Things are starting to slow down...

Classes have finished for the year,only 1 more event to go - mini launch on this Thurs night. So then I can start getting more organised for xmas, only the odd day at work also, this all helps, so now to plan my time to be productive. I have started my xmas cards and sent out quite a few so am happy with that. Todays card is one that I have seen floating around the web and wanted to try, I don't own the scallop square die so I've used the scallop edge punch to get a similar effect. The tree is 3D although you can't tell by photo sorry. I am loving the Lace Ribbon Border punch I just need to use it on more projects. I've tried it with the glimmer paper and it is so sparkly...

I had two lovely ladies join Stampin'Up! in September.This is the card I made them to Welcome them to this fabulous company, I also gave them a little goodies bag of different products to try, cause you can't get everything at once...
I did case this card from Stampin' Connections our online forum/gallery..

Engagement Card

One of my lovely customers got engaged  a month or so back, her boyfriend proposed overseas.. How romantic!! Anyway this is the card that I made them, Its a different style but same idea as my Regional swap card. Congratulations Amanda, Here's to a long and Happy life together.

Card made by my 13 Year old Son

This card my son Lachlan made for his friend Lachlan for his 14th Birthday a couple of weeks back. The other Lachlan plays Soccer and these are his teams colours, on the back of the card is a number 5 for the position he plays, I think he has done a great job.. What do you think?

Another photo of bubby

Here is a clearer picture of our new addition, he/she is very cute..Will be back soon with card photo's
Genevra

bubby is 2 weeks old here.

Back in September our daughter got a baby guinea pig for her birthday, well a couple of weeks ago her baby had a baby, this was a huge surprise as we didn't even know she was pregnant, anyway here is a picture of mum ( the black one) and bubby, a friend has said bubby is a girl so we should be able to keep her. Have a great day. White thing in background is a toy..

Genevra

A box made out of the Petite Pocket die...

Here is a box I made for my launch months ago, it shows how versatile the petite Pocket die is, cut several of these to make an Octagonal box, I got this idea from Kitty stamps. Pop a handle on it and fill with soaps or other goodies

November Embossing Class

Back by popular demand... I've had a few requests to run an embossing class again so here it is...
In the class we will be doing 4 projects, 3 embossed cards using white embossing, another technique called polished stone, gold embossing for words and background plus clear embossing on a seed pkt holder.

Dates: Wed 23rd Nov 10 to 12
           Wed 23rd 7.30 to 9.30pm
            Sat 26th 2 to 4pm
Cost: $15 includes all materials and light refreshments.
Where: Swanbourne (address given when you book in)
RSVP: no later than the 18th Nov. Places are limited to 6 per class.
Please contact me by email higgs140@inbox.com or 0429 177 648 to reserve your spot.
Thanks Genevra

Big shot Promotion...

2 classes for November...

I will post the first Class for November - A Gift Making Class

Dates: Wed 9th Nov 10am to 12
           Wed 9th Nov 7.30 to 9.30pm
            Sat 12 th Nov 2 to 4pm
In this class we will be making a Desk Calender with note pad, a Stamped Candle, an Oragami gift box and gift card. You can mix and match the stamps you use and the double sided paper for the lid of the box.

Cost;$15 Includes all materials to make the projects and a light snack.
Where: Address given when you book in
RSVP: no later than the 4th Nov by email higgs140@inbox.com
Thanks Will post the next class in a couple of days.
Genevra ( dates for that are 23rd Nov)

Long time coming.. Projects we made at Regionals back in September.
I dug this photo out of my son when he was 5 being an octopus for dressups at school. He is now 13 1/2. I thought it went well. What do you think??
Have a great day
Genevra

Woke up this morning to the sound of thunder and rain, what a wonderful way to spend the first day of a weekend, lazing around, I intend on doing some craft today, prepping for upcoming classes etc.
Today's card pictures use the new Stocking stamp and punch that is currently available until the end of October, if you miss out on it, you can purchase out of the new Summer Mini due out in December, however you are unlikely to get the product in enough time to get your Christmas cards made, So why not contact me now and order it, so that you can get prepared, its only 8 weeks away....

Have a great weekend
Genevra

October's classes
This month we will be doing some Brayering using the new "Forever Young" stamp set. The other card this month is a Christmas card using the new "Beautiful Season" stamp set, we will be watercolouring this and attaching it to an embossed background using the Big Shot. We will be making 3 each of these 2 designs. The brayered card is a case from a Claire Daly card.
Dates: Tues 25th 7.30 to 9.30pm
           Wed 26th 10am to 12
            Sat 29th 2 to 4pm
COST: $15 ( includes all materials and a light snack/drinks)
Where: Swanbourne( ask for address when you book in)
Rsvp: no later than the 21st Oct either by email higgs140@inbox.com or 0429 177 648
Look forward to seeing you there..
Genevra

I'm back.. Here are the 3D swaps I recieved from Regionals last month. Some great ideas here.
Genevra

hi everyone, just letting you know I am currently away so won't be able to post pictures until the 16th Oct, if you wish to place an order just email me as I am able to check this almost daily.
Genevra

3D swaps I received

As promised, I have finally put the photo's onto the computer, so over the coming days I can finally show them to you. Today's picture is of all the 3D items I recieved, aren't they all gorgeous, I can't wait to make the cylinder one using the inside of ribbon spools.
Hope you enjoy, let me know which one you like best!!!

Also only 2 days to Join stampin'UP! with the mini bundle or 20% off the normal starter kit, scroll down the posts for more details or head over to my business site at http://www.genevra.stampinup.net/
Have a great day...

Sorry I am having trouble loading the photo I will try again this afternoon.
Genevra

I'm back...

Just popping in to say I had a fantastic day at Regionals today, I got a great array of swaps some even had chocolate ( that is long gone). I have yet to photograph them so will get onto that. I've had two lovely ladies join my team in the past week, so I'd like to Welcome both Gail and Joy-Anne to the Stampin'Up! family, may you be inspired by all the great products and projects to try. Enjoy..

Today we got sneak peaks of products coming in the new summer mini, I was also lucky enough to win a new stamp set (can't show you this yet), learnt great new ideas which I hope to try some in the next few days, plus many items I now need to purchase.
If you are interested in Joining the Stampin'Up! family, whether for the discount or to build a business, drop me a line and I can send you out the information,
Have a great weekend
Genevra

Perth regional Training Tomorrow...

HI all, Tomorrow is our Stampin'UP! training day in Perth tomorrow. I think there expecting approx 300 excited demonstrators, We recieve a stamp set to create with on the day, business talks, sneak peaks of upcoming mini( I hope) plus the chance to get to know other demo's and swap card fronts etc - can you tell I am a tad excited...
This year I have only made 20 swap cards, I have collected so many over my 4 1/2 years as a demonstrator, I haven't thrown any of them out and I am running out of places to put them. My new downline is coming too so I am quite excited about that, plus we will be catching up with others we know, so looking forward to a fun day of stamping. Anyway here is my swap card, I will be back on the weekend to show you the ones I recieved....Its the birdie one on the right ( inlaid embossing)
Genevra

This card is a CASE of Dianne Gibbs in the US, I am really loving this set, whenever I need to make a special card I reach for this set, cards come together so easily. This Set can be found on pg 89 of the new catalogue...
Have a great day
Genevra

Where has the week gone...

Hi Everyone,

this week has pretty much dissappeared before my eyes, usually when I do several days at the local childcare centre, I run behind at home with my craft, business stuff and housework of course, this week however I've not worked mon or tues and really I still don't have anything to show for it, I must make myself achieve more..
The above card is a case from the Catty pg22 " Beautiful Season" Stamp set, clear $33.95 or wood $41.95. I found the watercolouring quite relaxing. Have a good, what's left of it, week
Happy Stamping
Genevra

Here is another card using the Creative Elements on pg 89. Now I have cased this from Somewhere but forgive me I can't remember where or from whom, so if it is yours please leave me a message or let me know so I can acknowledge you. Love the colours and the lace trim...

Have a great week
Genevra

September Classes

Hi all, i am a bit slow getting this out this month, All my customers have recieved this, just not posted it to here...
Dates: Wed 14th Sept 10am to 12 ( places still available)
           Wed 14thSept 7.30 to9.30 ( places still available)
            Sat 17th Sept 2 to 4pm (places still avaialble)
Cost $15 (includes all materials to make 6 cards plus light snack/drinks)
Where: Address given when you book in (Swanbourne WA)
RSVP no later than the 10thSept on 0429 177 648 or via email higgs140@inbox.com
Look forward to seeing you
Genevra

Flyer hard to read..

$169 Starter Kit (item 127499)
Contains over $310 in products and business supplies-including new products from the 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalogue! All items below are recommended, but a new demonstrator can substitute a similar item of equal or lesser value.

Page	Item	Description
37	125012	Pennant Parade Wood-Mount Set*
40	123225	Easy Events Clear-Mount Set*
121	121698	A4 Smooth Card Stock Assortment
121	102277	Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad
121	105216	Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad
121	103133	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
124	101179	Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad
126	107311	Whisper White Note Cards (20)
129	124339	Just Add Cake Designer Series Paper*
139	124142	Chocolate Chip 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon*
144	104332	SNAIL Adhesive
147	122129	Blender Pen (1)
163	118486	Clear-Mount Block C

*New to the 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalogue!
Business Supplies
The business supplies in this promotional mini kit will be the same business supplies that are in the existing starter kit; no alternative selections can be made for business items.

Getting Started DVD Getting Started Guide Guest Invitation postcards (100) 2011-2012 Idea Book & Catalogue (8) Stampin' Up! logo vinyl

Décor Elements applicator To My Hostess envelopes (10) Recruit folders (5) Recruit Brochures (10) Customer order forms (50)

Things to Remember

• Prospective recruits may still purchase the standard Starter Kit at a 20 percent discount instead of the promotional $169 Starter Kit. 
• Recommended catalogue products are included in the $169 Starter Kit. However, just like our standard Starter Kit, new recruits can select alternate items. For example:
  • An alternate stamp set of equal or lesser value.
  • An alternate colour assortment of card stock of equal or lesser value.
  • Alternate colours of Classic Stampin' Pads of equal or lesser value.
• Recruits can still add the Stampin' Memories Add-On to their $169 Starter Kit for the regular price.
• Recruits who join Stampin' Up! by purchasing the $169 Starter Kit are still eligible for any programs available to new recruits. This includes, but is not limited to, the Extra 10% Instant Income offer and the newly refreshed Stampin Start program.

Hope this helps with any questions you may have
Genevra

Join Stampin'Up! for Just $169

Always wanted to get your Stampin'Up! product at a discount but could never afford to buy the starter kit, well now they have a mini stamper kit for Just $169 for the month of September(value over $310)

It is so easy to join, you can join up online by going to http://www.genevra.stampinup.net/ clicking the join button and fill it in, you should then have your kit within a week, you can start ordering once you have a demo number and begin getting 20% off. Your 1st order over $300 ( within 45 days of joining) you recieve 30% off.
Also during September you can get the Full starter kit for 20% off instead of paying $289you pay $231.20 remember Stampin'Up! pays the postage on these two kits for you.
What's stopping you, Join up with me today.Whether you are joining for discount or to build a business Stampin'Up! supports everyone and so do I. I joined purely for the discount and after 4 years I now run classes and workshops and the people I have met are wonderful.
Contact me today for more information or Just join up and surprise me...
Genevra

Some photo's from Launch night...

Here are some photo's from Launch night, I've had some great feedback from the night, so I feel everyone had fun..

2nd make and take

My Catalogue Launch..

I held my New Catalogue Launch last Wed evening, 11 Lovely ladies attended, I am hoping they all had a fun night, I have had a few contact me and say they had a great night, there were prizes to win with games and lucky chair, A free Hostess set ( in a draw after spending $50) this set was won by Kim. The stamp sets we used were Creative Elements which I love so much use for it, cards, scrapping and other projects. The other set we used was button buddies, this was a popular set with most purchasing it on the night. Who doesn't have a stash of old buttons at home, and what a great way to use them up...

I can't for the life of me find the other card we made, so will take a photo of that today and load it up another day. Have a great weekend.

Genevra

A Sneak Peak...

Here is a banner we made at Convention this year it uses quite a few new products including 2 new dies, the flower one is definetly on my wish list...
Only  2 sleeps to go...
Genevra

Sorry for the lack of posts...

Hi everyone, Sorry for the lack of posts its been very busy around here for me. Prepping for the new Catty launch, mine is this WED NIGHT and I have a list a mile long that I want to make/achieve to show some of our great new products.
In the last post you can see a sneak peak of a new ribbon and a new colour. Can you guess what they were?
Only 3 days left of our current catalogue, better get in quick if there is anything you wish to get!

This is another set that is retiring.

Have a grea day

Genevra

Challenge photo

This is another fun set that is retiring, I sure will miss these little guys, great for baby's cards  etc.
Remember there is still time to order but only 9 days, get those orders in before you miss out...Trendy trees are staying.
Genevra

Some product already sold out...

Some items are gone forever including, 12x12 Cardstock in choc chip,night of navy, marina mist, very vanilla, crumb cake and rich razzleberry.
Stamp sets gone are Choo choo, Garden Whimsy, Calender, Sanded.
Accessories that are gone include - Antique brass Jumbo eyelets, Metallic Eyelets, Perwter Jumbo Eyelets, Star Punch, Spiral punch, 13/8" x5/8" punch, and photo corner punch.

If there is anything on your wish list that is retiring please place your orders soon to avoid disappointment. Only 2 weeks left of the current catalogue...

Father's Day Class

HI There, Hope you are all well.
I am running another class this month for Father's Day, last years class was quite popular.
In this class we will make a tool box, wallet card, origami shirt card and a chocolate pull treat holder, if you don't have a dad you can always change the wording to happy birthday, I will have these stamps available also. The Happy Fathers Day stamp is from the Occasionals greetings stamp set that retires at the end of this month, I use this set often.

Dates: Wed 24th Aug 10 to 12am
           Wed 24th Aug 7.30 to 9.30pm
            Sat 27th Aug 2 to 4pm
Cost $15 ( includes all materials plus a light snack)
Where: Swanbourne, will give address when you book in.
RSVP: AS soon as possible or by the 19th Aug. Thanks

At a workshop I did yesterday, this is the card we all made, nice and early for Father's Day. For those that didn't have fathers, they could change the wording at the top for Happy birthday. The Fathers day stamp is from the Occasional Greetings stamp set found on pg19, this set will be retiring at the end of August - I sure love this set, I won't be parting with mine. The other set used is Lovely as a Tree, also a great all rounder you can find this on pg 83 of the current catalogue.
Have a great day.
Genevra