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Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat – October 2023
November 1, 2023 /I just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to all who came to our Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat last week/ weekend.
The purpose of the retreat is to provide a pleasant and creative getaway for everyone who attends.
What a wonderful time we had together; sharing, caring, laughing, crying, eating drinking, crafting and recharging our batteries.
Here’s some photos to share our wonderful experience with you.
There’s a lot of behind the scenes work that goes into preparing these events. I always have amazing helpers which make the job more fun and much faster!
Thank you Maree for helping me design the bag and place tags, the pillow gift decorations and make and takes.
Thank you Robyn C, Janet, Jackie M and Jackie D for all of your help with prepping before the event!
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This is a little thank you from me.
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Here’s a few behind the scenes photos of packing and the contents of the goodie bags.
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I try to fit as much as possible in without squashing anything!
I don’t like things sliding around so every nook and cranny is filled, mostly due to necessity.
Bornhoffen is in the beautiful, serene Numinbah Valley and everyone enjoys the surrounds.
There’s just something so relaxing about stopping and looking at the beautiful valley, seeing and listening to all the different birds and enjoying the nature. It’s so peaceful.
I received some feedback over the weekend which sums it up perfectly:
"The food is amazing, the company is fantastic, the scenery is sensational and having the opportunity to relax and focus is very healing for the mind, body and soul".Janet KStamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Stamping with aMac Craft Retreat October 2023Helping me set up was my childhood friend Jackie and cousin Mariann, who both came all the way from Sydney for the retreat, along with my Dazzling Divas team member Elaine.
Setting up was a breeze! Thank you ladies 😊
I always hold a fundraiser for a worthy cause and this time, together with our amazing group of craft ladies we raised an incredible total $1,072 to support Black Dog Institute.
The Black Dog Institute is dedicated to understanding, preventing and treating mental illness.
We had a majority of the prizes kindly donated by Jackie McGee as well as additional prizes donated by Wendy L, Kylie-Jean M, Robyn C, Leanne C and thanks to anyone else I may have missed.
My Dazzling Divas Team Member Jan organised an additional raffle raising $95 and Kylie-Jean had a clearance pile for gold coin donations and raised $57 which was all added to the fundraiser.
The beautiful display board full of Stampin’ Up! goodness.
This retreat has the specific purpose of:
- Togetherness – gathering with like-minded people
- Mindfulness – ‘running away’ from home to recharge your batteries
- Joy – providing a positive, fun and relaxing experience
- Giving – sharing ideas, making connections and supporting a charity
We always have a wonderful time catching up at our retreats!
It’s amazing how small the world is. We had a few ladies discover that they lived in the same street in Canberra while they were growing up.
We also had a purple theme on Saturday in case you are wondering why so many are dressed in purple.
Here’s a few photo’s capturing the togetherness and joy we shared.
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Lots of crafters leave feeling very inspired and wanting to do more.
Enjoy the project pics and video 😊
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What can I say about the food?
I had so many ladies comment how good the food is, how much there is and how satisfied they are with it! We are so well looked after, especially the dietary requirements.
The GF and DF range was so amazing.
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Notice the addition of purple in the decorations?
Here’s some of the thank you gifts I received.
All my Dazzling Divas Team Members receive a bonus gift from me for attending and I always make a few gifts for my helpers too.
I hope you can join us next year!
Save the dates:
- 7-10 March 2024
- 17-20 October 2024
You are all amazing!
THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart ❤️
Happy Stamping,
Angela x
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Come and Celebrate with us!!!
October 26, 2023 /This is an offer not to miss…
- Do you love Stampin’ Up! products?
- Do you love an amazing deal?
- Do you have a big wish list?
- Do you want to join a fun crafting community?
Stampin’ Up! wants to celebrate our 35th anniversary in style!
If you join my fun crafting Dazzling Divas Team, you have until 31 October to choose either 35% OFF the cost of your Starter Kit OR get 35% MORE product with your Starter Kit!
What a deal!
YOU can choose one of the following options for your Starter Kit:
Option 1
Get 35% OFF the normal cost of a Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit.
- If you select this option, you will receive $235 worth of product for only $109.85!
Option 2
Get 35% MORE product with your Starter Kit.
- If you select this option will receive $317.25 worth of product of your choice for only $169!
No matter which option you choose, both will include:
- Free business supplies, and
- FREE SHIPPING…
…not to mention all the FUN that comes with being part of our Stampin’ Up!
Bonus
FREE OnStage@Home Registration
It gets better!
When you sign up for a Starter Kit during this offer you will also be automatically registered for FREE* to our virtual OnStage event on 11 November – a $123 value.
- Those who sign up for this offer have the opportunity to watch the event independently, gathered together with other demonstrators, or with their Team Leader.
- Demonstrators who join during this promotion will be automatically added to the OnStage attendees; they do not need to register separately.
- Demonstrators who join during this promotion will also receive an email with all the information about this event.
* Please note that free registration will not include the gift box.
I would love for you to join my growing Dazzling Divas Team!
I’m happy to talk you through the joining process please call or email me.
Happy Stamping
Angela
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NEW Mini Catalogue goes live today!
September 6, 2023 /Hello Crafters!
Did you hear the news? The NEW September–December 2023 Mini Catalogue is finally here!
It may be mini, but it’s packed with amazing and fun new products!
Get a head start on your Christmas cards and projects!
This catalogue is the perfect way to ensure successful crafting during the festive season. So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get creative!
You can download it on the button below or contact me for a paper copy.
Happy Stamping,
Angela
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Kits – up to 30% OFF
August 2, 2023 /Save big on the Kits Collection for a limited time only!
Each paper crafting kit comes with everything you need to create artistically designed handmade projects. From birthday cards to festive tags, cute treat packaging to floral wreaths, you can try something new at a great discount.
Craft with friends, buy as gifts, or simply stock up on your favourites – just don’t miss out on this great deal!
Explore the fabulous kits!
The sale only applies to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up!
- There is no limit to how many kits may be purchased.
- The kits will be up to 30% off as indicated on the website.
- No discount code necessary – the discount will be applied automatically.
If you’d like to take advantage of this fabulous deal, I’m happy to help you with your orders.
Please contact me.
Happy shopping,
Angela x
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Bonus Days are coming!
July 6, 2023 /Just a quick post to let you know that Stampin’ Up! has announced BONUS DAYS are coming… from today Thursday 6-31 July.
Its a VERY simple offer …
- Place an order for $90 and you will receive a $9 voucher to spend in August.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you, please save the email.
- Every $90 spend = 1 x $9 credit voucher, with no limits!
- Redeem you voucher from 1-31 August!
Use Host Code: WU2FABSD for orders under $250 for a bonus gift from me!
If you’d like to take advantage of this fabulous deal, I’m happy to help you with your orders.
Please contact me.
Happy shopping,
Angela x