The cat is out of the bag!  Yes it has been a very emotional week for me.  I was a little sick two weekends ago and had to miss a stampin event to rest. (Which I never do) I always bring my daughter Megan skating in Montreal ( 1hrs drive to and 1hrs back) for skating on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays.  It is her passion!  Since I had been sick, my husband offered to take her last Wednesday so I could rest.  Well it was the best thing I ever done.  At 8h17pm eastern time, I received a call from my new SAM, Becky. She said guess what! Kim Assaly, you have won Shelli’s challenge!! I almost fell of the sofa!

Sorry Josee and all the others  who called or emailed to see if I had won the challenge, but I was told I couldn’t share my news or else… lol Actually I didn’t lie because everyone who contacted me asked if Shelli called, and she didn’t but my SAM did with this unbelievable news.  So it wasn’t a lie! Right!

If you would have seen me, I was pacing in the house.  I think I told her about 20 times really really.  I was shaking.  The bug I had caught during the weekend was over.  I was recharged.  Full of energy.  So fully recharged that I had trouble sleeping that very night.  Then everything made sense to me.

On January 31st, when the challenge finished, I had recruited 6, my goal was 10.  I still do have a few potential recruits but didn’t want to pressure anyone.   When the time is right, they will sign up!  On February 1st, I woke up at 6am ( I usually have trouble getting out of bed in the morning, I’m an night owl.) with one thing on my mind:  I had won the challenge…  Then I said to myself it can’t be true.  I had spoken to one demonstrator who said she knew a few that had recruited 8.  So my  chances were over.  That is what I taught then.  Surprise!  My vision from February 1st  told me that I had won this challenge and I did.  Now that I think of it, it is kind of freeky… 

Anyway I couldn’t tell a soul except my SAM said I could share with my husband.  So I called him on his cell and said babe I have a secret to share but you can’t tell anyone.  Then I paused and started crying.  Which scared the jeepers out of him.  He taught it was bad news.  Then I said chéri, I won the recruiting challenge, Shelli Gardner, co-founder and CEO of Stampin’Up! is coming home.  He was so proud of me,  had a few tears…  (sorry for sharing honey)  A sensitive man is very sexxy!  He got home and kissed me and I knew and felt he was truly proud of me.  It was a very emotional time!

It’s been a week now, I think I called my SAM probably three times,  Sorry Becky,  wanting more details which I didn’t receive yet.  They were waiting to post the information on the site.  Longest week everrrrrrrrr.

Sorry Marlayne and Jo-Ann that I didn’t attend your events!  Anthony and I have a few things to take care of before Shelli comes home.  Also, my SAM suggested I stay away from demonstrators so I would’nt spill the beans.  Which you would have seen as I am glowing right now!

I so wanted a picture with her at leadership but missed my chance, but now I will get more than a picture…

Thank you Ronda, fellow demonstrators and especially to my customers, for your support. 

I will have more details to share as soon as I know when she is coming.  It could be in a week or so.  I have been checking the Stampin’Up! web site about 10 times a day.  What a way to get some hits….Hey!(Proud to be Canadian!)lol…

Happy Tuesday!

What is Leadership Conference?

When Stampin’up! demonstrators gather, great things happen. That’s certainly the case at leadership conference. Demonstrators with growing  downlines are invited to attend a two-day event filled with ideas. Sessions focus on leadership skills, management methods, and opportunities to build your business.

As with any Stampin’ Up! event, attendees participate in swaps, sharing ideas, and stamping! In addition to the priceless information and motivation, leadership conference participants receive a conference program, an exclusive designer bag, lunch both days, and an exclusive stamp set that will be available in our latest catalogue + more surprises….

So if this sounds appealing to you, check out my blog.  I will be sharing lots of ideas from this leadership convention.  And if you would like to join me next year, there has never been a better time to join my team.  During Sale-a-bration, I have a fabulous promotion for you!  You can get the Got it all package which includes:  5 stamp sets, 5 stamp pads, 3 packages of cardstock(112 sheets), stampin’scrub, stampin’mist, versamark, snail adhesive, stampin’pastels, 3 blender pens, stampin’around handle, stampin’around wheel, stampin’around cartridge, décor Elements, 8 catalogues, and all business supplies.  VALUE: over 400$ of products. PLUS FOR FREE:  ANY stamp set of your choice (valued up to 56.95)! ONLY  225$ plus 8% tax.  NO SHIPPING!  You can become a demonstrator for the ideas and discounts, to make money to pay your morgage,buy a new laptop, redesign you stampin just like I did… Or join to meet new friends and become part of this wonderful family.

Click on Got it all package deal !

 Here is the show room of memento mall! At special stampin up event you can purchase logo items for demonstrators only!  If you join one of my stamp club groups, you receive one of these bags for your monthly orders.  contact me and ask me how at kim@riverfrontstampin.com

This was worn by our fellow demonstrator Cindy Major.  She was choosen to be a make & take helper at leadership.  Another purk to be part of the stampin up family.  I was chosen to be a helper 2 times and it was so much fun.  I did the leadership in California, the Regional in Montreal!!

Come to my new Catalog event tomorrow! 

Friday January 22nd from 9 to 21hrs. 

Come and see my pictures and swaps from leadership and bring your camera.  Come and see the NEW 2010 Spring/Summer Collection!  SPECIAL  EVENT!! 

Purchase ANY retired stamp sets/accessories and paper and get FREE equal dollars to spend out of the NEW catalog!  One DAY  only! 

First come first serve basis!  more than 10 stamp sets and accessories!

Bring a friend a get an extra raffle ticket!

Ask me all the details kim@riverfrontstampin.com

Just wanted to say Hi, I’m in Phoenix Arizona at leadership.  It’s an event Stampin’up hosts for demonstrators who have earned a specific level in there business.  I am having an awesome time.  Tonight I just got back from Managers reception.  We went to a Mexicain Ranch.  The Food was delicious, decorations and entertainment were very "colorful".  But what I appreciated most was spending time with the friends I have bonded with since I decided to be part of the Stampin’up Family!  If you are considering becoming a demonstrator Sale-a-bration is the best time to sign up.  You get special deals! I will try to post again, bare with me I just bought myself a new MacBook with my stampin’up incentive money and I need to adjust to the settings.  lol!  Good thing I have my roomie Marlayne that is coaching me along the way.  She just helped me create my Riverfront Stampin’ facebook page!  Love you Marlayne!

Tonight my daughter Megan was skating in Montreal (45min) from my home and when we came out of the arena it was dark already!!  8 o’clock and it was pitch black!  It made me think that the holidays are fast approaching.  So when I got home, I decided to make these quick cards.  It took me 2 minutes…. Really!

Are you getting ready for the holidays?

I have a few suggestions for you:

1.  Use this Simply Sent Card kit (Holiday Photo card Kit) It holds a 4×6 photo.  You can create 12 cards. It includes all the cardstock, envelopes and self adhesive die cuts.  I stamped my greeting with the new stamp set from the mini FOUR THE HOLIDAYS in real red classic ink.  And I had to add dazzling diamonds to my die cuts!  There is never enough glitter!

2.  Call me to attend one of my Holiday card classes in my studio.  I am having one event per month.

3.  Book your own party in your home so we can create with your friends the best cards ever!  Hurry my dates have already start filling. 

4.  Invite your coworkers to stamp with me during their lunch time.  If you book early, I will organize a fun time lunch and learn Christmas extravaganza!

Here are my daughters in their naughty phase!

And here is the nice…

Actually got to say I prefer the nice!

 I am so excited that September is here!!!  Why? because I’m happy to present you with the best mini catalogue ever….Stampin’up has made me very proud to be part of their family.  If you haven’t received one from me, stop by my studio or view it here.

Here are a few  Highlights: 

p.6-7 they have gorgeous new Sweet Treat Cups and Sweet Centers stamp set.  Best of all they coordinate with the 1 3/4" punch.  Do you want to hand out the cuttest treats for Halloween?  You can fill the cups with candies, spiders (what ever your imagination desires)  The cups are only $3.95 for 12 … what a great deal!

on p. 12-13 it’ s fall extravaganza!  Autumn Splendor  coordinates to perfection with Autumn Meadows designer series paper.  And the Big Shot Dies  Table Setting will have your home decorated with elegance for thanksgiving! You can view one of my sample cards here.

p. 20-21 Stampinup textured Impressions folder Petals-A-Plenty is one of my favorite folders.  Check out my card here

Again I get super excited when products coordinate. They really got me with the Ornament Punch & Delightful Decorations stamp set on pages 24-36. How fun and easy, my kids have been creating Christmas cards already! 

But what my kids were really excited about is the BUILD-A-BEAR products on pages 34-37. You can purchase the stamps, the Big Shot Dies, the designer papers…send me your kids wish list or even your own! 

There’s so much more I could say….you will be seeing lots of samples on my blog. 

And if you are as excited about the mini than me and want it all !!!  then just book a party:

Host a workshop totaling $330 or more and choose any one item* from the 2009 Holiday Mini Catalogue for only $14!

       (Offer excludes hostess sets and My Digital Studio.)

Stampin’ Up!’s My Digital Studio Software will be available for customers on Oct. 1st!!! 

Demonstrators were able to order theirs starting yesterday…and of course mine is on it’s way!  I just can’t wait to see the UPS man at my door so I can show you samples on my blog.  

I know many of you wanted MY DIGITAL STUDIO for a long time and I have been saying wait it’s coming!  If you want it in September… just sign up to be a demonstrator and you can take advantage of the pre-order! 

I’m planning a HOLIDAY MINI CATALOGUE and MY DIGITAL STUDIO event…I’ll let you know the date as soon as it’s finalized!  

October 1, when My Digital Studio is released to customers, this offer will become even sweeter:

Host a workshop of at least $525 and get My Digital Studio for 50 percent off the retail price (retail price: $106.95; promotional price: $53.47)!

Since My Digital Studio is not available in Quebec, hostesses can choose to purchase a Loads of Love/Loads of Fun stamp bundle at 50% off. Hostesses may choose one of the following in place of My Digital Studio:

KIM’S EXCLUSIVE SWEET DEAL

Place an online order with me for $75 or more in product by Thursday, September 10th, and receive your choice of a FREE roll of Ribbon. (up to $13.50 value).

Spend $150 or more in product and receive two rolls of Ribbon. : Additional hostess benefits begin at $200.

• Click here to ORDER ONLINE. Look for the Shop Now button.

• Product total must be $75 or more. (before taxes and shipping)

• E-mail me your choice of ribbon by Friday, September 11th. (*pg. 182-183 of the Stampin’ Up! Idea Book and Catalog, value of each spool up to $13.50)

• Your free ribbon will arrive separately from your order at the end of September.

Well it’s 1o’clock in the morning.  Just can’t sleep.  I went with my 3 girls and my husband to the movies and we saw G-Force, a Walt Disney movie.  Then we went the chapters to look at some books, card magazines and scrapbooking magazines.  Can you believe that the Halloween stuff is out already! I made a mistake by having a starbucks Chai latte. (which I know if I drink it past 3pm that I can’t sleep)  But I couldn’t resist!  Anyway, I am participating in a holiday mini catalogue swap and I just can’t decide which card to do.  I started playing with products from the mini.  It’s the best mini ever!!!  Help me to decide!

I just wanted to create a classy simple card for Sherida Giddings’ swap.  I used the Stampin’up! petals-a-plenty folder and four the holidays stamp set from the mini catalogue.  I also used the stamp set tree trimmings, the specialty paper bride, whisper white paper.  I dazzled it up with the pretties kit and whisper white taffetas ribbon.  My images were stamped in soft suede.

Here is a close up of my ornaments (these are only stamped in soft suede)

On this card, the ornaments look lighter because I stamped my ornament with soft suede then I added shimmer paint in champagne mist with my dauber on my stamped cardstock.  I just love the new shimmer paint in the holiday mini!

I know it is kind of hard to see.  It is much better when you look at it in person but I need to make a decision before monday.  Also my husband is very good at making compliments and adjustments about the projects I stamp but he would be very critical if I wake him up. lol

Help me out!  With the shimmer paint or without??

In June 2006, I was a full time nurse & mother of 3 beautiful girls.  I wanted to spend more time at home with my children and create my own working hours!

I joined Stampin’ up and it changed my life!  I am now a part-time nurse in the community and a part-time nurse at home.  I rescue family pictures out of their shoe boxes by scrapbooking and card making!

Not only have I met numerous new friends through my classes, workshops and Stampin’up events, but I also get discounts on my scrapbooking supplies.  I am paid to do what I truly love.

If you love stamping, there are many reasons to attend one of my stamping events, or host a workshop or even join the Stampin’up family.  Contact me to get your free information packets.

I am located in Eastern Ontario, 10 minutes from the Quebec borders.  I am bilingual.

I have won numerous awards:  This year earn the Southern Carribean Boat Cruise, I was 2nd in recruiting out of 600 ladies and 12th in sales. 

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CONTACT ME CLICK HERE

Stampin’ Up! announced an awesome Mini Starter Kit and the best part is it includes the NEW IN COLORS!

Dates: July 15 – August 31, 2009

The first 5 demonstrators to join my team in August will receive a FREE PACKAGE OF IN COLOR MARKERS!

(This offer is valid through KIM only)

Starting July 15th, you’ll  be able to order either kits through my SIGN UP PAGE- PASSWORD: stampingkim

En juin 2006, j’étais mère de famille de 3 belles filles et une infirmière à temps plein.  Je voulais passer plus de temps à la maison avec mes enfants et créer mes propres heures de travail!

Je me suis liée à la compagnie Stampin’up et ma vie fut changé!  Maintenant je suis infirmière à temps partiel en santé publique et infirmière à la maison.  Je soigne les photos et souvenirs de famille des boîtes de souliers en créant des pages de scrapbooking et en confectionnant des cartes etc.!

Non seulement j’ai rencontré plusieurs nouvelles amies lors de mes classes, ateliers et activités avec Stampin’up mais j’ai également des escomptes sur mes articles de scrapbooking.  Je suis payée pour faire ce que j’adore.

Si vous aimez l’art d’estamper, il y a plusieurs raisons pour participer à l’une de mes activités d’estampage ou accueillir un atelier ou même joindre la famille Stampin’up.  Communiquez avec moi pour obtenir gratuitement votre trousse d’information.

Je demeure dans l’Est de l’Ontario, à 10 minutes de la frontière du Québec.  Je suis bilingue.

Je me suis méritée plusieurs prix:  Cette année, la croisière Southern Caribbean, deuxième place en recrutement et 12e pour les ventes sur 600 personnes.

VOUS VOULEZ ME REJOINDRE CLIQUEZ ICI

 Stampin’ Up! a annoncé un magnique spécial, une Mini Trousse de départ Kit, la meilleure partie est qu’elle inclue les NOUVELLES EN-COULEURS!

Dates: 15 juillet - 31 août, 2009

 Les 5 premières démonstratrices qui se joignent à mon équipe en août recevront un paquet de marqueurs en couleurs GRATUIT!

(Cette offre est seulement valide avec Kim)

A partir du 15 juillet, vous allez pouvoir commander l’une des trousses sur ma page d’INSCRIPTION - MOT DE PASSE :  stampingkim

This is one of the techniques I did at my Riverfront stampin’ retreat.  The retreat is over but you can still purchase the 24 technique book.  Details here:  http://riverfrontstampin.com/?page_id=82

Stamp sets used:  sense of time, teeny tiny wishes

Punches: Modern label, horizontal slot

Soot Stampin:  Hold glossy cardstock over lit candle, so that the flame touches it.  Move the carstock around quickly.  Press a stamp onto the soot covered cardstock.   Do not touch the soot-covered part with your fingers.  The soot comes off easily.  Spray your image with acrylic sealer or hairspray to prevent smudging.

***I am currently working on creating a password access for those of you who attended the retreat or have purchased it with instructions in french and english.  I should have it ready in September, once the kids are back to school.

When I attended convention, the make & takes were divided in two separate areas.  In the second area, I created 4 make & takes to die for!

This Hello card was just radiant (in real) Love the new crushed curry.  I’m usually a bleu girl but this yellow is growing on me like a charm.  You have got to challenge yourself and try it.  Stamp set was Hello again which we received in our convention bag.

Then there was this cute :  Things I love Cello Bag of Cards with matching envelops.  We used the things I love stamp set .

What a great hostess gift!  Book a workshop and receive one of these:  Call me 613-675-1555 or email me:  kim@riverfrontstampin.com

Not enough chocolate:  Why not try making one of these cute Hello Box to hide delicious chocolates:  We used the Hello Again set and Retro Remix Stampin’Around wheel.

And here is my favorite make & take this lovely 8.5×8.5 page…  I love scrapbooking and just because I can share my favorite things: for the one’s who know me NEW SHOES ( lol Cindy Major), chocolate, shopping and my girls:  Megan(9),Jordan(4), Lauren(7).  What wonderful memories of convention 2009.  Maybe tomorrow, I will share what I won at convention this year!

pictures taken at convention 2009 (copyright stampin up ! 2009)

Memento Mall is one of the COOLEST things about Stampin’ Up! Conventions… demonstrators wait in line 4 and 5 hours to get in and buy fun things Stampin’ Up! offers ( for attending demonstrators only!!!! )  One of the great purkes of being a demonstrator!

I got a few items for my direct downline, my best sellers and recruiters, can’t wait to give them their gifts at my demonstrators award ceremony!

Every year stampin’up creates clothing out of designer paper!  Just love the creativity