An AMAZING DEAL!

As you've heard by now Stampin' Up! is offering the Standard Starter Kit and the Digital+Starter Kit at 50% off! For $87.50. I haven't seen an offer this fabulous at any time during the 5 years I've been a demo.

Just in case you aren't convinced this is the right time, here are the number's:Here's what is in the CUSTOMIZABLE Standard Kit and the value of each:
1. Any $33.95 or lower Stamp Set

2. Any $28.95 or lower Stamp Set

3. Any $18.95 or lower Stamp Set

4. Any $9.95 or lower Stamp Set

Before we go on, note that the $87.50 kit cost has already paid for the 4 sets above valued at $91.80. That means EVERYTHING BELOW THIS LINE IS FREE!!!!!!

5. $19.95 Brights Patterns Designer Series paper stack (OR color of your choice) FREE

6. $16.95 Stampin' Scrub® FREE

7. $8.95 Whisper White 5/8" satin ribbon (OR ribbon at the same or lower price) FREE

8. $8.95 VersaMark® pad (OR ink pad at the same or lower price) FREE

9. $8.50 Card stock 8-1/2" x 11" (Whisper White OR color of your choice) FREE

10. $7.95 Small Chocolate Songbird Tile Décor Elements® (OR Décor Elements item at the same or lower price) FREE

11. $6.95 Assorted color card stock 8-1/2" x 11" (Getting Started OR assortment of your choice) FREE

12. $6.95 Clear Block C (OR clear block at the same or lower price) FREE

13. $6.95 SNAIL Adhesive® (OR adhesive at the same or lower price) FREE

14. $6.50 Fast Flowers Stampin' Around® wheel (OR standard wheel of your choice) FREE

15. $5.95 Stampin' Around Self Inking Handle (standard) FREE

16. $5.95 Classic Stampin' Pad® (color of your choice) FREE

17. $5.95 Classic Stampin' Pad® (color of your choice) FREE

18. $5.95 Classic Stampin' Pad® (color of your choice) FREE

19. $5.95 Classic Stampin' Pad® (color of your choice) FREE

20. $5.25 Uninked Cartridge (standard) FREE

21. $4.50 Stampin' Mist® (OR StazOn® Cleaner) FREE

22. $3.95 Stampin' Dimensionals® FREE

23. $3.50 Stampin' Write® marker (color of your choice) FREE

24. $3.50 Stampin' Write® marker (color of your choice) FREE

25. $3.32 Blender pen (single) FREE

26. $2.95 Marina Mist Classic Ink Refill (OR color of your choice) FREE

27. $1.95 Décor Elements Applicator Tool FREE

28. $1.17 Stamping sponge (single) FREE

29. Catalogs ($29.95 for 8), business forms, and other printed materials to get your business off to a great start! FREE

And were you thinking about getting My Digital Studio, maybe for Christmas?

Here's what is in the CUSTOMIZABLE Digital + Kit and the value of each:1. $79.95 My Digital Studio™ software* (see description of this product below)

2. $8.50 Card stock 8-1/2" x 11" (Whisper White OR color of your choice)

Before we go on, note that the $87.50 kit cost has paid for the My Digital Studio software & card stock above. That means EVERYTHING BELOW THIS LINE IS FREE!!!!!!
3. Any $26.95 or lower Stamp Set FREE

4. Any $18.95 or lower Stamp Set FREE

5. Any $7.95 or lower Stamp Set FREE

6. $16.95 Stampin' Scrub® FREE

7. $8.95 Brights Designer buttons FREE

8. $7.95 Small Chocolate Songbird Tile Décor Elements® (OR Décor Elements item at the same or lower price) FREE

9. $6.95 Clear Block C (OR clear block at the same or lower price) FREE

10. $6.95 Assorted color card stock 8-1/2" x 11" (Getting Started OR assortment of your choice) FREE

11. $6.95 SNAIL Adhesive® (OR adhesive at the same or lower price FREE

12. $5.95 Classic Stampin' Pad® (color of your choice) FREE

13. $5.95 Classic Stampin' Pad® (color of your choice) FREE

14. $5.95 Classic Stampin' Pad® (color of your choice) FREE

15. $5.95 Classic Stampin' Pad® (color of your choice) FREE

16. $4.95 Real Red 1/4" grosgrain ribbon (OR ribbon at the same or lower price) FREE

17. $4.95 Glue Dots® FREE

18. $4.50 Stampin' Mist® (OR StazOn® Cleaner) FREE

19. $3.95 Stampin' Dimensionals® FREE

20. $3.50 Stampin' Write® marker (color of your choice) FREE

21. $3.50 Stampin' Write® marker (color of your choice) FREE

22. $1.95 Décor Elements Applicator Tool FREE

23. Catalogs ($29.95 for 8), business forms, and other printed materials to get your business off to a great start! FREE


If you know someone who would love this AMAZING deal, please share this email with them.
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Results from Tuesday's Blitz

Taken directly from the SU! demo website:

Book-a-thon Buzz
October 13, 2010
The Workshop Book-a-Thon was a tremendous success! We exceeded our goal of 5,000 bookings with a whopping 5,511. We congratulate and thank every demonstrator who participated, and commend your hard work.

The names of all participants will be featured in a future current update. Participants will also receive the Candy Cane Lane Photo Card Kit and the new Buttons Buttons Set from the Occasions Mini. Stay tuned for details about collecting your award. In that current update, we'll also announce winners of several $100 catalog shopping sprees.

Again, we are thrilled with the results of our first-ever book-a-thon. We look forward to hearing about your upcoming workshops!


So cool! Thanks to everyone who responded to my personal plea. I'm really looking forward to your workshops!

MEGA Clearance Rack!

Over 200 new items have been added to the Clearance Rack this morning!
Big Shot dies for $7.99.
Spools of ribbon for $2.99
Designer Series Paper packs!
Cardstock. Ink Pads. Brads, eyelets---it's takes almost 20 pages!
Supplies are limited. The best way to make sure you get what you'd like is to shop directly through my website at www.monicagargac.stampinup.net

Going to the dogs...

Our neighbors totally saved the vacation when they agreed to watch Max for us after the unfortunate cat-astrophe.

Such a cute set and it's so easy to use! Thanks to SU! for offering catalog sets during SAB earlier this year.

Accents and Elements Card Class

Accents and Elements Die-cut Card Class
Sept. 14 7pm at Donato's on Norton Rd.
$18, includes envelopes
Bring adhesive

Only 6 spots left. RSVP today.

Greenhouse Gala Crafting Tote to New Recruits

Dates: September 1-October 18, 2010, or while supplies last

Details
New recruits who join the Stampin' Up! family as a demonstrator during the promotion period will receive a FREE craft tote (valued at $39.95) with the purchase of their Starter Kit.

Greenhouse Gala Craft Tote Description
100% twill nylon exterior; 100% nylon interior
Dimensions: 15-3/4" x 7-5/8" x 8-7/8"
Includes attachable shoulder strap for easy transport
Center section fits 12" x 12" card stock, Craft Keepers, and Paper Cutter
Outside pockets fit extra-large punches perfectly
Outside flap pockets offer secure spot for accessories
Back zipper pocket holds up to seven Stampin' Pads
Some of the benefits of being a SU! demo:
** The value of the Starter Kit--Valued at over $310, the Starter Kit is a steal at only $175! The kit is customizable to suit your personal crafting style.
20 percent discount on all products.
See and purchase new Stampin' Up! products first.
Access to myriad of project ideas on the Demonstrator Web Site and in the monthly Stampin' Success magazine.
Invitation to Stampin' Up! events, where you can learn from fellow successful demonstrators and Stampin' Up! staff.
Become part of a world-wide stamping family!
An additional 10% off your fist qualifying order if placed within 45 days of joining.
Low minimums each quarter
Opportunities to earn FREE PRODUCT

Season's Greetings Stash Class #1 rescheduled!

Sept. 7 6:30-8:30 at my house.

12 cards/envelopes for $18, prepaid. $60 if you prepay for all 4 classes. $9.00 will be applied to any purchases made the night of class.

Spots are limited to 6 for this class.

Upcoming Season's Greeting Stash Classes are Sept. 28, Oct. 26 and Nov. 30.

The Stamp Sauna and a three-week update

Yep, that was the temp in my stamp room this afternoon. I haven't been in my room for more than three weeks (gasp! I know!) and this is what greeted me when I finally got up there earlier.

Where have I been? OMG! August has been crazy around here. After the katalog kick-off party, it was non-stop!

My Father-in-law Ray's 80th birthday party in Pemberville on Sunday, Aug 8.
Drop Reagan off at Kelly's Island for Military Kid's camp on Monday, Aug. 9, drive home.
Wednesday, Aug. 11 Kim and her boy came over for some stamping.
Thursday, packed up for the weekend in Toledo and the week of camping.
Friday, Aug. 13, the kids, Max the dog and I drove to meet Uncle Tony to get life preservers and pick up Reagan at camp. Head to Aunt Kim's for the weekend. Get to Kim's; all is well. Go get ice cream. All is horrible; Max killed one of Kim's cats while we were gone. His welcome mat for staying there during our trip is revoked. I drive home that night with Max; kids stay with Kim. Arrange for dog sitter while on the road.
Saturday, Aug. 14, tidy up the house and finish packing for trip. Coordinate with neighbor girl for Max; head back to Toledo for Mitch's 25th HS reunion. Kim still has the kids. HS reunion is wonderful and we have a great time.
Sunday, Aug. 15, pack up jeep and head north for our camping trip. Camp at a state park around Grayling--it's COLD!
Monday, Aug. 16, we head north and west to Watersmeet, Michigan.
Tuesday, Aug. 17, we canoe into our campsite and remote camp till Saturday. This one sentence doesn't do the trip justice. It was awesome! Mitch wants to move there.
Saturday, Aug. 21, we canoe back, tour a waterfall and start driving home.
We get home late Sunday night and spend Monday Aug. 23 unpacking, doing laundry and putting stuff away.
Monday night, Aug. 23, kids' meet the teacher night at school.
Tuesday, Aug. 24, first day of school for R and B.

Today was the first day I've been able to get to my stamp room. I've been in cleaning mode since I haven't really done anything all summer--I've been too busy playing with the kids!

Getting ready for the Season's Greetings Stash class tomorrow night. Two of the three cards.

Cross Creek Block Watch Community Picnic

I'll be hosting a table at the Cross Creek Block Watch picnic tomorrow evening. It's the third year I've had a table and this year, Beth will be coming also. It's always a great family adventure.

Start with about 500 people. Add in free food from Chick-fil-a and goodies from Target.

Hilliard police and fire departments always put on a great demo. Horses running full speed around the park. Police dogs taking a man down. The fire trucks putting the laddrs way up. The kids have a great time running the sirens ALL NIGHT LONG!

Then the raffle ticket guy starts announcing the winners of the raffle drawings.

All in all, it's a great time. I always have such fun talking with everyone who stops by my table. I do try to take a moment and walk around to the other vendors also and chat.

Stop by and chat for a bit.

Katalog Kick-Off and Stamp sale is today!

I'm not sure I'll have enough room for everything! I have enough super cool swaps and sneaky peeks from Convention to fill a table. Then there are the 4 BOXES full of stamps for sale. Can't forget the DSP, accessories, ribbon, class kits...

Random pictures from Convention

Beth had the Prize Patrol winning band! 3 Conventions and no Prize Patrol for me. If you'd like to win something from the Prize Patrol, then come with me! So far those who come with me are VERY LUCKY!

Check in Day

We picked up our bags and stamp sets, hit Memento Mall (where we can buy SU! products not available anywhere else. I forgot to take a picture before I packed up my new craft tote and a few other way cool things!)


The office and distribution center in Riverton is so beautiful. We had a great tour of SLC then headed south to Riverton for a quick tour of the facility.


Then we headed back to SLC for a dinner with the women behind Class in a Flash, a fanastic resource for people who like unique classes and projects.

It was a full day, leading up to a fun night groovin' with the SU! staff at the Groovy Party.

Convention is over and I made it home!

I have a ton of pictures from my 5 days in Salt Lake City. The internet at the hotel wasn't cooperating AT ALL and I was too lazy to go downstairs to post anything.

OMG! I had the Best time at Convention. Awesome classes, demonstrations, meeting new people from around the country and Canada. So many great ideas that I can't wait to share with you.

I'm still recovering from the trip home, and haven't downloaded the last of the pictures from my camera. But let's see what I did get done....

Hmmm, here we go. We had delays getting out of Cincinnati due to some thunderstorms so we were really late getting into SLC. Grabbed some dinner, then crashed. But couldn't sleep on Weds. morning. Woke up early and watched the sun rise over the mountains.



We headed to the Salt Palace (which Beth thought was a palace made out of salt! Ha!Ha!) to pick up our bags and stamp sets.


So much went on, so I'll spread them out a bit!

Last one before I head out for Salt Lake City!

I had about 20 of the embossed ovals in my scrap bin from another project that I can't remember why I did them, but I used these up for some general swaps to have on hand in SLC. I used the color coach for the cards with the Going Gray backgrounds and I had those cardfronts in the scrapb in also. Add some rhinestone brads and 5/8" grosgrain ribbon and it was done. I did a few on Old Olive backgrounds (which I like more, but I'm not keeping the GG ones!)

I've been to the bank, the library and the post office. I am (mostly) packed. Swaps are finished. And my kids and my sister know the plan for the rest of the week. I will NOT be up till the wee hours in my stamp sauna tonight! It's a record!

I have about 35 more swaps in various stages that I'll take along and put together on the plane.

A few more Convention swaps!

Here's another technique swap. This one is brayered background.


I made these fabric flowers using the Blossom Party Die and various fabrics I found in the clearance bin. Bowling Green colors, baby! Can't go wrong.

Getting Ready for Convention!

Everyone gets the same bag. Now, it's cool to see thousands of people carrying the same bag, but sometimes it's hard not to pick up the wrong one. So I made these for my roommate gifts.

2010 Convention technique swaps

I signed up for a few organized swaps during Convention. I like this kind of swap because I know exactly how many swaps to make and that I'll get quality examples back.

I choose Faux Paper lantern, Wax Resist, Embossed Reinker Spread and Brayered Background Sky.

So far I have these finished:
Embossed Reinker Spread

Faux paper lantern

Wax paper resist:

I should have warned you-----

That once school is out, I go into a summer slow-down. Well, a slow-down in certain areas. Posting seems to be an area that has fallen into that tomorrow category. My SU! newsletters are also in that category--but that's another story.

At the beginning of the summer, we didn't have much on the calendar. That has quickly changed! With the kids a bit older, we seem to split our time between the pool, the movies and bowling. I have to say it's a better gig than going to an office everyday!

The last weekend in June we took the kids out to Scott Air Force Base in Illinois to visit an old family friend who was retiring with 20 years service. I've been to many Army retirements over the years and Steve's Air Force group totally outdid themselves! It was amazing! Then we spent some time sight-seeing in St. Louis. We toured the Arch and the Anheiser-Busch Brewery before heading home.


Then it was the annual Gargac Backyard Camp-out over the 4th of July weekend. We headed up to Toledo and set up camp on Friday. Our hosts, BIL Matt and SIL Jill, sure know how to hold a party. Over the course of the weekend, 76 people visited and 44 camped out at least one night. It was so much fun! I had my camera, but didn't take a single picture during the weekend, but I took this one of the kids on the way home.

Reagan's birthday was next. She seems to get a week of birthday fun.

Yesterday we went to the Madison County Fair. It's a tradition. The kids and I have been every year--even when Mitch was in Iraq. Again, with the kids a bit older, it was so much fun! They rode every ride they could! Aunt Cici went and was the "adult" when the kids weren't quite tall enough to go on their own.

I'll post my stamping projects that I'm working on for Convention tomorrow.

PMS Night is on!

After a 9-month hiatus from my monthly PMS Night at Donato's on Norton Rd, we are back on for this Sunday! I'm so excited to be doing this again! Come and make this sweet gift bag. All supplies and an instruction sheet provided for $3.00. Patterns of Designer Series Paper will vary. No need to RSVP for PMS Night, unless you are making the bag.

End of the Year Gifts

Using the fabulous (but retiring) Cottage Wall DSP I made up a set of cards and a little gift bag for the kids' teachers and the bus driver.

The cards used the one sheet wonder philosphy using the Butterfly punch, Beautiful Butterflies BS die and the Circle Fire Rhinestone brads as accents.

I used the template found on Lyssa Zwolanek's blog

Come to PMS Night this Sunday at Donato's on Norton and make one of these sweet bags.