13 April 2014 Pics of the Week

Hello Everyone, another busy week over and the school holidays to look forward to.  I hope you all enjoy the Easter Break and spend time with family and friends.

Welcome to Marilyn Meadows, Andrea Schweer and Bev Poultney who have joined us on NZSU Blog. Take the opportunity to visit Andrea, Bev and Marilyn's blogs and welcome them.

Top Row: Angela Palmer   Debbie Lamb   Delys Cram

2nd Row: Julie Calkin   Linda Scott   Narell Hoggard

3rd Row:  Marilyn Meadows   Paula Dobson   Paula Reid

Pics of the Week 6 April 2014

Hi dee Ho Stampers, I hope you have all been enjoying the extended summer this weekend, lets hope it lasts for the Easter break and school Holidays.

Congratulations to Jacque Williams and Patrice Halliday-Larson for achieving the Caribbean Cruise 2014 well done ladies, have a wonderful time.

***Congratulations should also go to Helen McEwen who also earned the Grand Vacation Caribbean Cruise!

Top Row: Alison Hydes   Debbie Lamb   Delys Cram

2nd Row:  Julia Leece   Lisa Bullock   Paula Dobson

3rd Row:  Sally Williams   Sharlene Meyer  Susan Wong

Pics of the Week 30 March 2014

Hi Everyone, tomorrow is the last day of SAB, I hope you have all enjoyed this promotion as much as I have, some wonderful products on offer accompanied by some awsome freebies, what's not to like!!

Last night I had the pleasure of attending the SOL3 MIO concert at the Vector Arena, Wow, what a fabulous night, I am constantly amazed by the talent that New Zealand produces for such a small country. These young men are amazing, not only do they have the most beautiful and powerful voices they are talented and quick witted comedians, as well as being humble, respectful and thankful for all the help they have received.

Top Row: Barbz Bicknell   Debbie Lamb   Delys Cram

2nd Row: Heather Stewart  Keryn Campbell   Paula Dobson

3rd Row:  Sally Williams   Rhonda Fawcett   Paula Reid

Pics of the Week 23 March 2014

Earlier this evening I took the opportunity to join Jacque Williams' Webinar, what a great experience, so easy to participate and the content was extremely useful. I'll definitely make sure I register for the next one. Jacque does so well talking for an hour, at one point her poor voice showed signs of strain and as she pointed out the Auckland Extravaganza was yesterday which  also required a lot of talking. We're really lucky to have such a committed leader, Thank you Jacque - from your Team. 
Have a good week everyone.

Top Row: Alison Hydes   Barbz Bicknell   Delys Cram

2nd Row:  Julia Leece   Keryn Campbell   Narelle Hoggard

3rd Row:  Paula Dobson   Paula Reid   Susan Wong

Pics of the Week 16th March 2014

I hope everyone managed to enjoy their weekend despite the weather.  Excellent weather for staying indoors and crafting. I've been in Christchurch for the weekend visiting one of my sons and grandson, delightful in spite of the weather.

Congratulations to Alison Hyde's daughter Jessica, for winning first prize for her card at the Methven  show on the weekend. Here is her entry, the Owl photo in this week's Pics is also one of Jessica's.

Have a great week everyone.

Top Row: Jessica Hyde   Angela Palmer   Barbz Bicknell

2nd Row: Debbie Lamb   Delys Cram   Jacque Williams

3rd Row:  Keryn Campbell  Lisa Bullock  Paula Dobson

Pics of the Week 9 March

Good Evening, I hope you all had an enjoyable weekend, we've had a great weekend, yesterday I crafted for a good part of the day and today was coffee this morning with my niece visiting from Melbourne and some old family friends, then a wonderful lunch at the "Urban Soul" with my youngest son and his partner.

This weeks pics

Top Row: Alison Hydes  Helen Williams   Delys Cram

2nd Row:  Heather Stewart   Jacque Williams   Julia Leece

3rd Row:   Paula Dobson   Sally Williams   Tee-Jay Horrell

Pics of the week 2 March 2014

It's hard to believe we are into the third month of the year already, for those of you who are going to Convention this year you will definitely be starting to count the weeks until you can head off on another "Stampin' Up" adventure.

Susan Wong must be a "Super Woman" she is still managing to post on her blog with a brand new baby, Rupert born last Friday; Congratulations Susan and family. Check out the lovely photo of Rupert on Susan's blog, totally gorgeous!

This weeks pics.

Top Row: Angela Palmer   Debbie Lamb   Jacque Williams

2nd Row:  Kathryn Tyrell   Lisa Bullock    Paula Dobson

3rd Row:   Susan Wong   Sharon de Vos   Julia Leece

Pics of the Week 23 Feb 2014

Many thanks to Paula Dobson, Vicky-Lee Mueller and Bev Richards, who I've been working with over the past three days. We had a very successful stand at the Craft and Quilt Fair in Palmerston North. 

Some of the Items we had on the stand.

I hope that all of you who attended "Stamp Camp" in Rotorua this weekend had a fabulous time!!

Pics of the Week.

Top Row: Alison Hydes   Delys Cram   Heather Stewart

2nd Row:  Helen Williams  Keryn Campbell  Julia Leece

Bottom Row:  Lisa Bullock  Paula Dobson   Susan Wong

Pics of the week 16 Feb 2014

This weekend I have worked on the "Stampin' Up" stand at the Franklin A & P show. Thanks to Emma and "Stampin' Up" and to the wonderful Demos I worked with, Jacque Williams Bev Millar, Denise Ibbett and Julia Leece. This gave us a great opportunity to connect with our local community as well as get to know our fellow demos a little more.

1st Row: Paula Dobson   Sharon de Vos    Julia Leece

2nd Row: Paula Reid    Alison Hyde   Barbz Bicknell

3rd Row Lisa Bullock   Sally Williams  Delys Cram

Apologies to Rhonda

My apologies to Rhonda Fawcett, I made a big mistake when I posted the "Pics of the Week" on Sunday and listed the Knight card (below) as being created by Debbie Lamb instead of Rhonda.

Rhonda Fawcett

Pics of the Week 9 Feb 2014

I hope you all enjoyed having an extra day off this week and it meant it eased the kids back into school with just a four day week.
I've often been in awe watching the Winter Olympics over the last few days, there seems to be a lot more risk involved in most of the events in comparison to the summer Olympics and the scenery is magnificent.
Have a good week everyone.

This weeks Pics

Top Row: Sharlene Meyer   Alison Hydes   Susan Wong
2nd Row:  Barbz Bicknell    Julia Leece    Rhonda Fawcett
3rd Row:   Paula Reid    Lisa Bullock       Angela Palmer

Pics of the Week 2 Feb 2014

It's all happening this month Sale-A-Bration, new Occasions Catalogue, new Texture Boutique Embossing Machine, Stamp Camp, a great way to start the year off. 

I'm disappointed not to be able to join you at Stamp Camp as I will be at the Palmerston North Craft and Quilt Show that weekend, I am so looking forward to working with Paula Dobson, Vicky-Lee Mueller and Bev Richards at the show.

Enjoy your week.

Top Row: Alison Hydes  Paula Reid   Keryn Campbell
2nd Row: Jacque Williams   Julia Leece   Paula Dobson
3rd Row:  Delys Cram   Angela Palmer   Rachael Knight

Pics of the Week 27 January 2014

I hope you have all enjoyed your weekend, here in Auckland we celebrate Anniversary day this Monday so we still have an extra day to enjoy.

This week I received a pre-order from "Stampin Up" which included Watercolor Wonder designer cards, I normally don't go for card kits, however these base cards are absolutely beautiful, (the card stock is fabulous quality), giving you the option to add embellishments, stamps or whatever else you might choose to add. There are 20 cards and envelopes in a pack for $27.95, making it very cost effective and could be a great way to introduce new stampers to card making.

Have a wonderful week and enjoy the last week of the school holidays, if you have children or grandchildren.

Top Row: Alison Hydes   Angela Palmer   Jacque Williams

2nd Row: Julia Leece   Linda Scott   Louisa TC

3rd Row:  Paula Dobson   Paula Reid   Sally Williams

Pics of the Week IE: 19 Jan 2014

At last I'm posting the "Pics of the Week W/E 19th January 2014 Sorry for the delay. I hope all of you who were affected by the earthquake are faring well.

Top Row: Alison Hyde  Barbara Bicknell   Debbie Lamb

2nd Row: Delys Cram  Heather Stewart     Lisa Bullock

Sunday 19 January - Pics of the week delayed

 

We have been in Melbourne since Monday this week experiencing the extreme temperatures of up to 44 degrees, thank goodness for air conditioning! My husband, Brian has spent three days at the Australian Open as he has done for at least the last six years and luckily enjoys the hot weather.


I placed my pre-order before we left for Australia, so I can't wait to start trying out the new products, I have already seen some of the wonderful projects fellow demo's have created, it's always so exciting to get a new range of products.

Unfortunately the computer I'm using in Melbourne doesn't have a program to enable me to showcase the "Pics of the week" so I will post them on Tuesday 21st Jan my apologies for the delay.


Have a good week and hopefully find some time for crafting. 

 

Pics of the week

Thanks to everyone who has found the time to blog this week, many are still on holiday or in holiday mode and haven't had the opportunity to craft. 

How many have placed pre-orders yet? I've had my 4 grandsons for the last week so no time to place an order or indeed do any crafting, but I'm hoping to place an order tonight.

Brian and I are off to Melbourne tomorrow until the 21st Jan, Brian loves going to the Australian Open while I visit with my sister (who is a hobby demo), she and I will manage to do some crafting while I'm there.

Don't forget to use the Pic of the week logo if your project is chosen, it is featured on the left hand side of this blog.

Top Row: Alison Hyde Angela Palmer Tee-Jay Horrell

2nd Row: Narelle Hoggard Paula Dobson Paula Reid 

1st Blog for 2014

Happy 2014 one and all.

I hope you have all enjoyed a wonderful and safe Christmas and New Year with family and friends.

We have had a lot family staying with us since before Christmas, my Mother-In-Law and her partner will be the last to leave on Monday, so it has been a very busy household with much laughter and fun over the last couple of weeks. 

This is my first post as the NZSU administrator and because I am not as skilled in this area as Callena, I hope you will be patient with me as I become more acquainted with the role.

My husband gave me a combined birthday and Christmas present; a beautiful custom made unit and desk for my craft room, each time I walk into the room it puts a smile on my face, I still have a little work to finish setting it up but I will post a photo of it as it is now.

Please flick me an email if there is anything you would like to see added to the NZSU Blog or if I have ommited to do something that should have been included.

Now onto the first pics for 2014. As there haven't been many posts over the last week I have chosen 6 this week.

Top Row: Delys Cram, Heather Stewart, Angela Palmer

2nd Row: Keryn Campbell, Paula Dobson, Paula Reid

MERRY CHRISTMAS...

Hi All,

MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone for tomorrow, I hope you all have a fantastic day spending it with your loved ones.

I'm not going to select "pics of the week" this week, but leave you all a Christmas Message from me instead.

But don't worry next week I'll make it a double banger and select double the amount for the New Year.

So from me and our beloved dog Charlie...

 

 

MDS all the way...

Hi Crafters,

Every week so far I've generated and adjusted the pictures on Photoshop before blogging, but not everyone has this programme where as most demonstrators have MDS, so with only 2 more post until the lovely Janet Mills takes over from me on the NZSU blog I thought I'd generate this weeks "pics of the week" on MDS.

Not only does this programme allow you to select a size you want your project to be, it also allows you to adjust the photos and adds a drop shadow on all images at once, I'm quite impressed by the result so why not give it a go yourself.

Now onto this weeks pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Keryn Campbell, Debbie Lamb, Paula Reid.

Middle Row L-R: Sally Williams, Jacquelyn Williams, Kathryn Tyrrell.

Bottom Row L-R: Paula Dobson, Tee-Jay Horrell, Alison Hydes.

What has been your favourite received gift?

Hi Crafters,

Well only 13 days till Christmas and my kids are getting more and more excited, I'm not sure why because we don't even have our tree up yet...lol.

I'm the type of person that LOVES! giving gifts more than receiving, the thought of someone enjoying the item you selected is fantastic.
What was the one gift you remember enjoying the most? one that sticks in your mind as a fun memory? The one present that I remember even to this day still makes me smile. It was when I was a young girl and I received my very first bike, it was pink with pink tassels on the handle bars and I just loved it. I couldn't of been any older than 10 but even now I still think about that bike :)

Well ponder that question, it might bring back some great memories from your past Christmas's.

Now onto this weeks pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Paula Reid, Julia Leece, Paula Dobson.

Middle Row L-R: Rhonda Fawcett, Alison Hydes, Janet Mills.

Bottom Row L-R: Delys Cram, Angela Palmer, Carol-Ann Torrie 

 

Have a great week everyone!

 

Woops and 20 days to go and counting...

Hi Crafters,

By golly the week has gone fast, here I was thinking it was Tuesday but in fact it was Wednesday and I've missed posting by one day for the week, some could get excited by the fact the week is that much closer to the weekend, however for me it's NOOO I still have so much to do, and where did my Tuesday go... gotta laugh old age creeping in :)

Without further adieu please find below this weeks pics, I must say they are looking very Christmassy, ow I do love this time of year...

 

Top Row L-R: Alison Hydes, Julie Butler, Paula Dobson.

Middle Row L-R: Sharlene Meyer, Julia Leece, Jaquelyn Williams.

Bottom Row L-R: Judy Beetson, Angela Palmer, Roz Begbie.

 

Have a fantastic week everyone.

 

29 days and counting...

Hi Crafters,

Only 29 more days until Christmas, yes that's correct 29 days!!.

When I sat and counted the days I can't lie it gave me a shock, I really didn't know it was that close, I'm going to have to put my skates on and work overdrive to finish everything before then.

If you don't know what to ask Santa for, here is a few ideas...

• Stampin Up Stamps
• Stampin Up Embellishments
• Stampin Up MDS
• ow and some more Stampin up Products...

Well I'll be putting in my Christmas List to the Hubby and it will consist of some of the above.

To get your pallet started have a look at the below pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Julia Leece, Tee-Jay Horrell, Sharlene Meyer.

Middle Row L-R: Roz Begbie, Paula Reid, Delys Cram.

Bottom Row L-R: Rhonda Fawcett, Alison Hydes, Sally Williams.

 

Have a great and creative week everyone.

 

We have a new administrator for 2014...

Hi Crafters,

Well another productive week with lots achieved however still lots to do. The best thing is we've found a new NZSU administrator for next year!

The job has been kindly accepted by the lovely Janet Mills. Janet will take over from me on the first week of 2014 and I'm confident she will bring some exciting things to the site.

Now onto this weeks pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Angela Palmer, Paula Dobson, Paula Reid.

Middle Row L-R: Helen Williams, Keryn Campbell, Patrice Haliday-Larsen.

Bottom Row L-R: Janet Mills, Heather Stewart, Debbie Lamb.

 

Have a great crafting week everyone :)

 

Wanted - new blog administrator...

Hi All,

What a great week it's been with lots of Christmas cards being made and lots of great Christmas classes being held. I'm not normally this organised with my cards, but this year I have attended some classes with Judy Beetson and Ann Wills so I'm currently up to date and ready to send them out... wahoo!

Speaking of being organised, please let me know if your'e keen to take over the blog for 2014. The placement of Blog administrator is still open it just needs that special person, is that you?

Speaking of new things, have you seen the new Stampin Up Undefined Stamp Carving set? It is fantastic, I myself cannot wait to get one!!!

Now onto this weeks pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Heather Stewart, Rhonda Fawcett, Lisa Bullock.

Middle Row L-R: Patrice Haliday-Larsen, Allison Hydes, Sharlene Meyer.

Bottom Row L-R: Kathryn Tyrrell, Jacquelyn Williams, Angela Palmer. 

 

Have a great week everyone.

 

New NZSU administrator required for 2014

Hi Crafters,

Well It's almost a year since I took over the NZSU managing of this site from Paula Reid, so it's time for me to pass on the reins to a new administrator for 2014.

The new administrator will be required to manage the site and load new demonstrators wanting to join, through to posting each week something new and fantastic and getting the great job of selecting "pic of the week" The role requires the new person to look after and manage the site from the first week in 2014 through to the last week of 2014.

I have truly enjoyed each week posting something new and creating topics I hope you have all found interesting. I'm sure the next person will also enjoy the fantastic job, so please e-mail me if you are interested in taking over from 2014.

Now onto this weeks pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Barbara Bicknell, Roz Begbie, Debbie Lamb.

Middle Row L-R: Tee-Jay Horrell, Sharlene Meyer, Katrina Criglington.

Bottom Row L-R: Paula Dobson, Karen Lister, Janet Mills.

 

Have a great week everyone.

 

 

Only 8 weeks until Christmas!

Hi Crafters,

It's only 8 weeks till Christmas or in my case 2 paydays... scary!

I hope you've already got your Christmas cards ready to send, your table name cards created and your present tags ready. If not, tomorrow is a great day to start especially being the long weekend!!

I've noticed quite a few fantastic Christmas card posts, so don't forget to look at our NZ and Australian demonstrators for ideas.

Now onto this weeks pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Paula Dobson, Lisa Bullock, Sally Williams.

Middle Row L-R: Alison Hydes, Tee-Jay Horrell, Keryn Campbell.

Bottom Row L-R: Paula Reid, Julia Leece, Carol-Ann Torrie.

 

Happy Stampin everyone :)

 

When caseing other peoples work...

Hi Crafters,
 
Casing what is it, and when is it ok?

Casing is when someone uses someone else's creative work and clones it to their own.
 
You can case someone else's creative work as a demonstrator and there are no rules attached, however it is a moral obligation to include the original designers names and link to their blog or site to acknowledge their creativity. This I consider is a MUST especially if they have included the Copyright ( © ) symbol on their work.
 
The Copyright symbol gives the creator a guarantee that their work is theirs as quoted by Wikipedia "Copyright is a legal concept, enacted by most governments, giving the creator of an original work exclusive rights to it, usually for a limited time. Generally, it is "the right to copy", but also gives the copyright holder the right to be credited for the work, to determine who may adapt the work to other forms, who may perform the work, who may financially benefit from it, and other related rights. It is a form of intellectual property (like the patent, the trademark, and the trade secret) applicable to any expressible form of an idea or information that is substantive and discrete"

With the availability of search engines we can virtually search for anything and the net will provide without giving you much individual control. You might find the person you have cased off has also cased off someone else, which is something to be aware of.

I hope this clears things up for those of you wondering, can I case or not.


Now onto this weeks pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Rhonda Fawcett, Keryn Campbell, Julia Leece.

Middle Row L-R: Alison Hyde, Susan Wong, Angela Palmer.

Bottom Row L-R: Delys Cram, Callena Lewis, Debbie Lamb.

 

Have a great week everyone :)

 

 

What would you do for your customers?

Hi Crafters,

We had another great training morning with the lovely Jacquelyn Williams  this week, based around managing your down line and how you can best help them. Which got me thinking "What would you do for your customers?" and what makes you different from someone else?

Some demonstrators like myself enjoy giving them that little bit extra, like sealing their new wood stamps or adding a hand made "thank you" card with their order, through to following up with a phone call to see if they have any questions about the product.
I love to make my home made fudge and include a few pieces in a sealed bag with their order or a little chocolate fish.

My suggestion is treat others the way you would like to be treated, If that means making that follow up phone call... do it. Or giving them an idea of the product with a Thank you card... do it.
Most people would be happy to see you are happy to receive their order.

Next time you have a customer order, maybe think of something like this;

• Include a Handmade "Thank you" card
• Include a little sweet treat.
• Include a 'How to use' information for the item purchased.
• Include a tips and tricks single Tip.
• Make a follow up phone call.
• Seal wood blocks.
• Mount their clear or wood stamps for them (Check with them before doing this)

Please feel free to let me know what you like to do and I'll mention it. Now onto this week pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Anna Mangnall, Tee-Jay Horrell, Keryn Campbell.

Middle Row L-R: Linda Scott, Paula Dobson, Sharlene Meyer.

Bottom Row L-R: Paula Reid, Janet Mills, Jacquelyn Williams.

I wish you all a great week...

Did you all make a card?

Hi Crafters,

What a fun week, filled with busy Mums, Dads and Caregivers running around entertaining children for the school holidays. I noticed a few of you have been holding kids holiday classes... good on you :) I know my son loves creating cards since I've been a demonstrator, so no doubt there are some very happy children out there.

Speaking of making cards, did you make a card with your Stampin Up! products for the "World Card Making day" ?
If you did create one or more cards and sent them in, good on you! and if you want to see what creations have caught the eye of Stampin Up , go to their pinterest Stampin Up board labelled "World Card Making Day 2013" and have a look, I see the lovely Ann Wills and Keryn Campbell have their cards up, as well as cards from the UK, France, Australia and US.

Speaking of pics here is mine for the week...

 

Top Row L-R: Sally Williams, Rhonda Fawcett, Paula Reid.

Middle Row L-R: Paula Dobson, Lisa Bullock, Julie Calkin.

Bottom Row L-R: Julie Butler, Julia Leece, Jacquelyn Williams.

 

Have a great week everyone!

 

You never know what SU card stock will be used for...

Hi Crafters,

Well I've had quite a busy and emotional 10 days with losing my favourite uncle last week and welcoming my cousins second baby this week. It makes you think that life can make you cry with sorrow and then cry with joy.

I had all the family camp at my house for 8 days leaving no time for blogs so running a bit late - just when I had everything planned for "every" Sunday. But I did find time to make some special cards for those whom I love, which brings me to my topic "You never know what SU card stock will be used for"

I loved my uncle very much and wanted to send him off knowing I'd made something special for him, so asked the family if I could design the order of service which they loved! I ended up designing something for him that I think he would have loved and the WW card stock was perfect for the overall effect with the thickness being perfect.

Then for my new cousin Carter, I made him a beautiful baby blue card using Bermuda Bay CS. So never underestimate the versatility of Stampin Up Card stock and what uses it can have.



Now onto this weeks pics...

 

Top Row L-R: Alison Hyde, Sharlene Meyer, Patrice Haliday-Larsen

Middle Row L-R: Karen Hobbs, Julie Butler, Jacquelyn Williams.

bottom Row L-R: Paula Dobson, Paula Reid, Angela Palmer.

 

Have a great week...