A fabulous event that I will remember forever!

After dinner with my downline,Shelli and Sara we headed out to Golf Club La Cite for an event that I had organized for my downline,sister sidelines and uplines and for my dear customers who could not attend the workshop during the day!  It was out of this world!  I wanted to share this opportunity with the people that are dear to me! 

My husband came with the kids and sat with 140ish ladies!  He commented: "wow Shelli is a star, look at all these women taking pictures and having autographs!" He has been very supportive since the first day I became a demonstrator. But he also commented that Shelli and Sara and the many demonstrators that he has met were so wonderful. He also understands why I do this and why I love it so much.

After thanking Shelli and Sara for attending this event, I recognized the many leaders, new demonstrators.  I was honored to host for all the demonstrators, some came from so far, Kitchener, Victoriaville and even Newfoundland. WOW! I asked Shelli to talk on 3 different things:  the importance of workshops, recruiting and convention, a wonderful event Stampin’Up! has annually.  Can’t wait to attend in July, in Utah!  Then we had a question and answer period with Shelli.  The demonstrators loved that!

Many demonstrators brought samples of their creations!  We have a very creative Canadian bunch of demonstrators!  From swaps, door prizes to great food, the positive energy in the hall yesterday was contagious and I am grateful for this opportunity.

 And last but not the least, there were 4 Make & Takes!  Can’t have an event without the make and takes, Right!

I will be posting them soon!

I will quote my friend Claudine: "The event that you have prepared so hard for and looked forward to so anxiously has come and gone in a heartbeat."  I was sad that this day had to end, but knew that these fabulous ladies, Shelli and Sara wanted to get to the hotel to find hopefully their lost luggage!! Which they did (smile).  I wanted them to remember their visit to Canada so I thanked them with Maple products and some of our local Cheese "St-Albert"  which people across Canada, the States and Europe come to purchase. 

I guess some were more exhausted then others! See picture below, (wink).  To my husband and children thank you for being so supportive, Sara and Shelli thank you for caring so much, for taking the time to be away from work and especially your families. I will cherish your friendship forever.  I am proud to be part of a wonderful company called Stampin’Up!

Here is my daughter Jordan, who insisted on staying almost to the end!

 By the way, when I got home at 10ish my girls woke up and said where is Shelli and Sara? I thought they were going to sleep over? (laugh…)

Stay tune, I will share pictures of my stamp studio that Shelli talked about on her blog!
 

Workshop of a lifetime, Today I’m on cloud nine!  I am so excited to share with you my 9hrs with Shelli Gardner and her daughter Sara.  When I first woke up yesterday, I went directly to my laptop to see what Shelli had written on her blog about her flight to Canada.  When I read the Sara and Shelli had lost there luggage I thought to myself I better help them get ready with the workshop.  Kellene Adams is Shelli’s assistant, she called me at 12h30 eastern time and said:  Shelli lost her luggage and she doesn’t have everything for the workshop.  I told her I knew about it and said what I had prep.  for them and she was in relief.

12h55  Door bell rang!  it was Shelli, cute as can be with the most stylish hat.  I had been nervous but in the first 5 sec, she put me at ease.  She was the most amazing, down to earth and kind women I had ever met.  Sara stepped out of the car and we chatted about the luggage and what our plan was going to be.  Despite the luggage being lost, they were so organized!  In 5 min everything was cut and ready to go.  I have never seen paper chopped so fast!  Still I looked at them and had to pinch my self a few times!! Was this real!!!!

My guests arrived and Shelli and Sara greated them, we talked about their adventure and about Shanna’s wedding plans.  Shelli talked about her family with such pride.  How fortunate for her girls to have such a wonderful mom!

Shelli’s workshop was about stencils.  How ironic, I was suppose to present at the Regional in Seracuse, but sadly it was cancelled because of bad weather.  My theme was also stencils.  I just loved them.  I have been using them for numerous techniques but Shelli amazed me with her technique.  Something I hadn’t done with my customers…

This card was her demo card:  love it…..

She used Basic gray cardstock, sage shadow and natural white. 

Designer paper was: Nouveau Chic  (got to order that!), and love the new satin ribbons from the mini.  She used the basic gray ribbon. and embellished with a clear rhinestone.

She placed one of her Elegant trio stencil from the definitely decorative insert on the natural white cardstock and used a dauber to add sage shadow ink.  Shelli left the stencil on and stamped the gratitude stamp from the stamp set define your life, which you can have for FREE if you buy the demonstrator starter kit before the end of Sale-a-bration(March 31st).  For the final touch she spritz black ink with the spritzer tool and the basic black marker.  Voila, tres chic!

 Make and Take # 1

While Shelli was getting ready, Sara "wowed" my guests with the first make and take. It was a adorable pen with a little tag that they had designed with the modern label punch and the trio flower punch.

Then came Make and Take #2

Shelli used the Note cards (you get 20 with envelops for $7.95 canadian).  She cut about half an inch and added the groom specialty paper.  She placed one of her Elegant trio stencil from the definitely decorative insert on the note card and used a dauber to add the orchid opulence ink  (one of Sara’s favorites) Shelli added. The stylish basic black image is called Vintage labels, one of many stamp sets you get for free when you purchase for 65$.  Embellishment with circle ice lilac brads and basic black satin ribbon.  So elegant!

Shelli also made this cute box which I don’t have a picture  for our BOOK TO LOOK.  I guess I got caught in the moment!  But inside was 4 little cards like you see here.  Anyone who booked a workshop that day got one of these cards with a little incentive inside.  We got 3 bookings!! Wooo Ohh for us… Sherry, Therese and Julie get to have a similar stampin party of their own to get lots of great products…For FREE

She used the in color cardstock which will retire in July…

Hostess Gift -how cute is that

Shelli taught of everything.  Look at my cute boxe.  Filled with chocolate (by the way)  We all need a taste of chocolate….  She stamped in french just for me.  "Tu es exceptionnelle" It’s the one of a kind stamp but in french.  I also loved the kaleidoscope designer paper she used. 

Ok I have lots of Stampin up products in my stamp room but Shelli did you know what I don’t have.  Now I have to make another wish list with all these wonderful projects.

When you demonstrated these products, I thought to myself they are so me!  It is like if you knew what I liked.  I am so into vintage…

Anyway this concluded the workshop, my sales are not final but I have to say 3 bookings, 1 recruit and 2 potential recruits is the best workshop ever.  Why?  because I got to spend it with Shelli and Sara.  Thank you!!

Downline Dinner

Top row:  Melissa Lalonde,Melissa Nadeau, Michelle Nadeau, Manon Parent, Roxanne Sauve, Chantale Assaly, Paula Assaly

Bottom row:  Danielle Drouin, Shelli Gardner, me, Sara Gardner and Jennifer Inskip

Some of my downline couldn’t attend but I will give them the scoop at my next team meeting at the end of the month.

Because I live in this little town, Shelli had to drive an hour and she could not drive back to her hotel room before the downline meeting so my husband and I decided to invite Shelli and Sara for dinner.  But then had the brilliant idea of having my downline, my girls attend also.  Shelli was kind enough to agree.  So we had this delicious meal in my home.  It was so much fun!

Thank you again for the wonderful day yesterday. I am in aw mode today! I walked in my stamp room this morning and it felt different! The memories from yesterday’s event, I will treasure forever. The best part was to see the reaction of all the demonstrators during the evening event. (Which I will post about tomorrow)

I am blessed to have met you and Sara and will cherish your friendship forever. My family has been touched by your visit yesterday.  I cannot thank you enough!! I will see you on the Stampin up! cruise in April…

Kim

xxx

Do you want Shelli’s story of her visit to L’Orignal?  Go to Shelli’s blog:  www.soshelli.com

http://www.soshelli.com/so-shelli-blog/2010/3/11/stamping-on-the-rivers-edge.html

Check out tomorrow for the evening event!!!

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!

 Well I loved my first quilted bag that I decided to do a bigger purse that fits my personal taste!  I was inspired to create in the tones of the bag that I received at leadership. (One of the purkes of being a demonstrator) You can view it  here.  My challenge was to take a picture of this bag since I made it bigger to fit in all my nic nacs that I usually bring in my purse.  The bigger the better!

 Here is a close up.  Thank you Paula for the expertise in haute couture!

The flower folds were different this time.  I decided to add lots of layers without crossing them over.  I just love the fluff, makes it so feminine!

This is my favorite pic.  You can see all the layers here!

If you are interested in signing up for a class on how to do these gorgeous bags, please email me!  I have so many ideas since I started using the Big shot to cut fabrics with all the sizzix dies!  Thank you stampin up. What next!

Have a wonderful monday! Bon lundi tout le monde!

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!

What is my Holiday Scrappin’Retreat?

It is a fun filled day, where you will create 12 double page spread (12×12) . Every 2 page spread will represent an event of every month of the year. (A  YEAR IN A ALBUM) Therefore you will leave my home with 24 pages in a 12 x 12 decorated linen album.  All with Stampin’ Up! products!

This retreat includes a 12×12 linen album,page protectors inserts, supplies & a goodie bag full of accessories.

There will be door prizes, gifts and products for sale.  Also Mary’s Country’s Kitchen will have great catered gifts for your loved ones! 

What a great gift for a family member, friend or even a downline!  A handmade stamped gift is a gift from the heart! 

You will not want to miss this fun event in the ambiance of Christmas in the comfort of my home.  There will be Christmas music, decorations and a yummy catered buffet.  There will also be cupcakes ‘big shot’ style!  SEE MENU BELOW

BRING:  Your own adhesive and refill, scissors.  Make sure all of your supplies are labeled with your name.

When:  Saturday, December 5th, 2009

Registration:  8:30 am

Class:  9:00 to 4:00

Where:  Kim’s Stampin’Studio

750 Front Rd West

L’Orignal, Ontario

K0B 1K0

(1 hr between Montreal and Ottawa)

There will be one hour break where you can enjoy Mary’s country kitchen catered lunch, shop or chat!

Muffins,tea, coffee and water will be provided

Your registration fees includes:

A 12×12 linen album

Page protector inserts

    An goodie bag full of accessories

Registration fee is 99$  or 114$ including a catered meal

Complete details click HERE

Hope you can make it to my home Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Kim

To see all the products on sale go to SHOP NOW on my website, and click Online Extravaganza on the left.
Orders can be placed ONLINE .  Or EMAIL ME or call and I can place your order for you!

And don’t forget!  If you spend over $200 net, you also qualify for Hostess Benefits so, it’s a great time to contact your friends to see if they need anything too!

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

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!