NZSU Pics of the Week 26 April 2015

Along with many other New Zealanders and Australians I had the privilege of attending an Anzac Dawn Parade yesterday, if it wasn't for the many Serviceman and Women who left our shores to fight, many of whom did not return, we wouldn't have the freedom to attend these commemorations. I attended Dawn services with my three sons as they grew up and now I attend with my Grandsons, another privilege I may not have had except for the bravery of these men and women. 
Lest We Forget.

Please send prayers and thoughts to all those poor souls affected by the terrible earthquake in Nepal.

All you wonderful ladies who are flying off to Convention, have a fabulous time and log lots of posts for us.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde   Angela Palmer   Kathryn Tyrrell

2nd Row:   Lisa Bullock   Marilyn Meadows   Paula Reid

3rd Row:   Sally Robertson   Sharlene Meyer   Angela Palmer

NZSU Pics of the Week 19 April 2015

I think we're finally into Autumn weather and many will think it's winter, especially those in the South after this week's cold blast. I hope those of you who've had children home for the school holidays have enjoyed your time. 

Only about 10 days until convention now so many will be busy getting ready for the last convention as we know it, which I'm sure will be very special. I hope as many as possible share your experiences through your blogs, I know I for one will be looking forward to seeing all your news.

Have a fabulous week.

Top Row:   Debbie Lamb   Jackie Noble   Lisa Bullock

2nd Row:   Michelle Pepper   Paula Dobson   Paula Reid

3rd Row:   Sally Robertson   Rhonda Fawcett   Susan Wong

AWOL.

Good afternoon all, please accept my apologies for the lack of a post on Sunday, I have been away with two of my grandsons and was unable to connect to the internet, although I tried on several occasions. We got back home yesterday afternoon and given that it is now Wednesday afternoon, I've decided not to post "Pics of the Week" until this coming Sunday 19th April 2015, instead I'm sharing a couple of photos of our trip.

NZSU Pics of the Week 5 April 2015

Happy Easter everyone, I hope you have enjoyed Easter and celebrated in your usual tradition. I'm sure that family and friends have figured in your celebrations and or holiday, as this weekend marks the beginning of the school holidays and many may have ventured off for one more summer break before the winter starts. 

I have noticed a definite decline in the number of projects being posted to Demo blogs that are linked to the NZSU Blog, is this because that many people are using Facebook in particular and/or Pinterest, to showcase their work and Stampin' Up products? Some weeks I am struggling to choose 9 projects as "NZSU Pics of the week" simply because of the lack of posts. This past week for instance 10 Demo's have posted projects. I have done a little research on the blog which started in 2007 and the format of the blog has changed several times during that period, it was in July 2010 that the choosing of 9 projects began. Is it time for a bit of tweaking of the format again?  Let me know your thoughts. email me here Janet

Keep safe if you are travelling and enjoy the lovely weather we're still having.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde   Angela Palmer   Debbie Lamb

2nd Row:   Kathryn Tyrrell   Keryn Campbell   Marilyn Meadows   Susan Wong

3rd Row:    Michelle Pepper   Paula Reid   Rhonda Fawcett

NZSU Pics 29 March 2015

First things first much love and hugs to Barbz Bicknell, who many of you know.  Barbz is in hospital after having two heart attacks. Take care Barbz and rest, we will all be sending you prayers and positive thoughts.

Well this week I'm writing up our blog while the final of the cricket is still being played and I'm a nervous wreck, so far tonight's game seems as though it will be a lot more difficult to win. 
I've been visiting one of our sons and a grandson in Christchurch this weekend, we've had a great weekend, it's wonderful to spend time with our youngest grandson he is an absolute pet.
I hope you all have a fabulous week heading up to Easter, the beginning of the School holidays and the last week of "Sale-A Bration".
If you're travelling next weekend be careful on the roads and stay safe.

Top Row:   Angela Palmer   Delys Cram   Jacque Williams

2nd Row:   Kathryn Tyrrell   Miss 8 Meyer   Paula Dobson

3rd Row:   Sharlene Meyer   Sharon de Vos   Susan Wong

NZSU Pics Of the Week 22 Mar 15

What a fabulous weekend for NZ sport, Congratulations to the Black Caps, especially Martin Guptill, a huge win.
We're now into the last week of the month and the final days of Sale-A-Bration, it has been a great promotion with some terrific products. Enjoy your week and don't forget to get those last orders in for Sale-A-Bration.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde   Angela Palmer   Jackie Noble
2nd Row:   Jacque Williams   Paula Dobson   Paula Reid
3rd Row:   Sally Robertson   Sharlene Meyer   Susan Wong

NZSU Pics 15 March 2015

Hi Stampers, I hope those of you experiencing the beginning of the storm in the North Island are safely tucked up indoors with your family. As I write this blog the wind is whistling around our house making quite a commotion and I understand that the worst won't hit us here in Auckland until midnight or later, so batten down the hatches people. Send good thoughts and prayers to all those affected in the Pacific Islands especially Vanuatu.

I hope your week goes well.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde   Heather Stewart   Sharlene Meyer

2nd Row:   Marilyn Meadows   Rhonda Fawcett   Sally Robertson

3rd Row:   Jacque Williams   Sharlene Meyer   Tee-Jay Horrell

NZSU Pics of the Week 8 March 2015

What a beautiful day we've had here in Auckland, I hope wherever you are your day has been just as glorious. 
I love the extra Sale-A-Bration products that have been released this week, especially the Vellum stack and the "For Being You" stamp set, check out these additional products Here.
Have a wonderful week and keep on stamping.

Top Row:   Angela Palmer   Jacque Williams   Keryn Campbell

2nd Row:   Paula Dobson   Rhonda Fawcett   Sharlene Meyer

3rd Row:   Tee-Jay Horrell   Susan Wong   Angela Palmer

NZSU Pics of the Week 1 March 2015

I hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful weekend we've just had, making the most of our summer as it draws to an end. Yikes it's the 1st of March, the last month of Sale-A-Bration, isn't it a fabulous promotion? I love everything in the SAB catalogue and I'm rapt with the new SAB free products that have just been released for March. If you haven't done so yet check out the flyer Here
Have a good week and happy stamping, until next time.

Top Row: Alison Hyde   Angela Palmer    Heather Stewart

2nd Row:   Helen Williams   Jacque Williams   Kathryn Tyrrell

3rd Row:   Sally Williams   Sharlene Meyer   Tee-Jay Horrell

NZSU Pics of the Week 22 Feb 2015

I hope you've all enjoyed your weekend, especially those of you who attended the Team Stamp Camp in Rotorua.

As we continue to enjoy our Summer, spare a thought for our fellow Stampin' Up Demo's in Queensland and the USA who are experiencing extremely harsh weather at the moment. If you follow any blogs/web sites in these parts of the world, send a wee message of support.

Have a wonderful week, Happy Stamping.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde   Angela Palmer   Heather Stewart

2nd Row:   Helen Williams   Paula Dobson   Paula Reid

3rd Row:   Susan Wong   Sally Robertson   Tee-Jay Horrell

NZSU Pics of the Week 15 Feb 2015

Many of you will be looking forward to "Stamp Camp" next weekend; looking at the agenda I see that as usual it's going to be an exciting time for everyone. 

Julia Leece has put a great spreadsheet on the forum to cover all the supplies that we would need to take if possible, don't forget to name everything you take and it's always a good idea to bring your checklist along so that you are sure to take everything home at the end of the weekend.

Looking forward to seeing many of you next weekend.

Top Row: Alison Hyde   Helen Williams   Keryn Campbell
2nd Row: Lisa Bullock   Narelle Hoggard   Paula Dobson
3rd Row:  Sharlene Meyer   Susan Wong   Tee-Jay Horrell

NZSU Pics of the Week 8 February 2015

I hope you have enjoyed the long Weekend and found some time to craft.

We have had a great time with family and friends over the weekend. Today we had a fabulous lunch of homemade lasagna, beetroot and feta salad and a green salad accompanied by freshly baked bread, all prepared by my husband Brian and shared with 11 family and friends, lots of laughs and story telling. 

Have a wonderful week everyone.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde   Heather Stewart   Jackie Noble

2nd Row:   Jacque Williams   Paula Dobson   Paula Reid

3rd Row:   Sally Robertson   Sharlene Meyer   Susan Wong

NZSU Pics of the Week 1 Feb 2015

The 1st of February, oh my goodness the first month of the year has already whizzed by! Along with that another fabulous Creative Inkers Occasions Catalogue Blog Hop, check it out STARTING HERE I know you are going to love all these creations using the amazing new products available from the Occasions Catalogue. Thanks to everyone who contributed to this blog hop, at this busy time of the Stampin' Up year it's wonderful that you have taken the time to add your project.

I have added a new Challenge link Case-ing the Catty Challenges to our blog tonight at the request of Nikki Sadler.

Have a great Stampin' Up week everyone.

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Top Row:   Delys Cram   Heather Stewart   Jacque Williams
2nd Row:   Kathyrn Tyrrell   Keryn Campbell   Marilyn Meadows
3rd Row:    Paula Reid   Sally Williams    Tee-Jay Horrell

NZSU Pics of the Week 25 January 2015

Wow what a busy time you have all had, so many great creations posted this week, everyone has been inspired by the fabulous new products. If you haven't already make sure you check out the Creative Inkers Sale-A-Bration blog hop HERE. 
We are still in Melbourne, Brian has been enjoying the Australian Open Tennis this weekend. We'll head back to my sister's in Pakenham tomorrow and leave for NZ on Thursday. I'm looking forward to getting back into my craft room.
Enjoy your week and Happy Stamping.

Top Row:   Angela Palmer   Delys Cram   Helen Williams

2nd Row:   Jacque Williams   Paula Dobson   Paula Reid

3rd Row:   Sally Williams   Tee-Jay Horrell   Vanessa Baker

NZSU Pics of the Week 18 Jan 2015

I hope you've all had a good week and enjoyed some stamping. Just about all of the "Pics" this week are using the fabulous new products we have available from "Stampin' Up" Wonderful work Ladies, it's great to see so many gorgeous creations.

Some of you may have been to AP & I show in Wellington this weekend and visited Paula Dobson and Vicki at their stand, I hope you had a very productive weekend Ladies.

Have a wonderful week everyone.

Top Row: Alison Hyde   Helen Williams   Jacque Williams

2nd Row: Keryn Campbell   Paula Dobson   Michelle Pepper

3rd Row: Marilyn Meadows   Angela Palmer   Susan Wong

NZSU Pics of the Week 11 January 2015

An exciting week for Stampin' Up demonstrators and customers, it's always a fabulous way to start the stamping year; Sale-A-Bration and the new "Occasions" Catalogue. Both these promotions have surpassed themselves again this year, I don't know how Stampin' Up keep doing it! 

I'm in Melbourne for the next three weeks, it is my sister's 60th Birthday today and although she is in hospital having just has a hip replacement we are heading up to the hospital shortly to give her a little party; her husband my nieces and nephews and great niece as well as her dear friend who also traveled over from NZ, will all be dancing attendance around her bedside this afternoon. 

Have a fantastic inky week.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde   Kathryn Tyrrell   Lisa Bullock

2nd Row:   Michelle Pepper   Paula Dobson   Paula Reid

3rd Row:   Tee-Jay Horrell   Alison Hyde   Paula Dobson

NZSU Pics of the Week 4th Jan 2015

I hope you are all enjoying the holidays and the great weather. We have had a busy time with the last of our visitors leaving this Tuesday. We've had a wonderful time with family, especially as our youngest grandson and his dad were here from Christchurch for a week. 

Hopefully now I will have time this week to place an order and get some of the new exciting products.

Enjoy your week, Happy Stamping.

Top Row:   Angela Palmer   Michelle Pepper   Paula Dobson

2nd Row:   Paula Reid   Sally Robertson   Sally Williams

3rd Row:   Angela Palmer   Paula Dobson   Paula Reid

NZSU Pics of the Week 28 Dec 2014

Happy Hogmanay to all. I hope 2014 had more high points than low points for you. 2015 promises to be another exciting year with Stampin' Up, it's wonderful to be a part of such a great community of paper crafters. 

A huge thanks to everyone who has linked their blogs to the NZSU blog and generously contributed posts throughout the year, sharing their projects and ideas.

Enjoy the holidays with family and friends and keep safe.  

Top Row:   Angela Palmer   Debbie Lamb   Heather Stewart

2nd Row:   Rhonda Fawcett   Keryn Campbell   Paula Dobson

3rd Row:    Paula Reid   Jacque Williams

NZSU Pics of the Week 21 Dec 2014

I am writing this from Miranda park, which is about an hour south of Auckland.  Three of my Grandsons and I are spending 3 nights here before Christmas day, it gives their parents a break and hopefully gives the boys something else to focus on besides Christmas day and the thought of what presents they may be getting. So far today I have been beaten in trivial pursuit, connect four and dominoes.
I hope you are all nearly finished with your Christmas planning and ready to enjoy the Christmas and New Year holidays with family and friends.
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all who have contributed to our NZSU Stampin' Up blog this year, it's a fabulous resource for many crafters.
I wish each of you and yours a great Christmas and a wonderful 2015.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde    Angela Palmer   Debbie Lamb

2nd Row:   Julie Calkin   Kathryn Tyrell   Keryn Campbell

3rd Row:   Marilyn Meadows   Sharlene Meyer   Susan Wong

NZSU Pics of the Week 14 Dec 2014

Oh oh!! only 11 Days to go I hope you're on the way to ticking off everything on your list. Last Night I was lucky enough to have the time to wrap most of my Christmas presents. I need to be organised, as will many of you as well, with the school holidays about to begin. I have 3 grandsons in Auckland that I care for after school and during the holidays and next Sunday I'm taking them away for 3 days before Christmas, it helps to keep them busy before the "Big Day"

In this weeks post I have included the work of a guest artist; "Miss 4 Year old Wong", check out her project in the centre of the 2nd Row.

Have a super week.

Top Row:   Alison Hyde   Keryn Campbell   Lisa Bullock

2nd Row    Marilyn Meadows   Miss Wong   Michelle Pepper

3rd row:    Paula Reid   Sally Robertson   Sally Williams