Hi Everyone,

Welcome to the perfect post today. It's the most wonderful time of the year with Stampin' Up! June is a great creative kick-off time as we look forward to those holidays right around the corner. Stampin' Up! knows that demonstrator rewards are the most appreciated by demonstrators, so Stampin' Up! decided to reward customers with more rewards when joining the Stampin' Up! family. 

When I became a demonstrator, I didn't think about what I should get. I didn't have many stamps, inks, or papers. We also didn't have the fabulous die-cutting systems there are now. Stampin' Up! also had suggested kit selections, so I just picked one that I liked. 

Today, you can customize and choose any products you wish. I'll talk about that in a bit. Let's look at the benefits of being a demonstrator.

DEMONSTRATOR BENEFITS

• Get 20%–25% off all Stampin’ Up! products.
• No “Selling” necessary…. unless you want to
• Earn additional income based on your sales and recruiting–just how much extra income is up to you.
• Set your own schedule and put in as much (or as little) time as you’d like.
• Get support through online training resources, a quarterly magazine, events, and a demonstrator-only online community with thousands of project ideas.
• Access to regular promotions, giving you an opportunity to contact customers.
• Opportunity to earn incentive trips.
• Chance to learn creative tips and techniques, share ideas, and meet new friends who love paper crafting as much as you do!

Now, what can I suggest for your starter kit? You have $155 of merchandise to choose and will pay j$99. That's free shipping too!

Starter Kit 1: Novice with very little stamping supplies 

Starting off with a stamp bundle with a punch is a great way for a beginning stamper. One that has sentiments for many occasions is best. It allows you to stamp a great card, and then step up your card with the coordinating punch. An assortment or cardstock, 5 must have colors, and some adhesives makes this a perfect beginner's kit.   

The bundle I would suggest is the Circle Saying Bundle. This is such a great beginning and all occasions stamp set. You can use stamp, ink, and paper, or step it up by using the punch. Add some coloring and you have created a wonderful card. Add a little sparkle too with the wonderful assortment of embellishments.

Starter Kit 2 : Has attending some classes and has some stamps and other supplies. Wants to do die-cutting and more challenging things. 

For this 2nd starter kit idea, since the stamper has gone to some classes and knows the basics and has some stamps and other supplies, it's time for more getting to be more confident. Stampin' Up! has 2 fabulous die-cutting machines. I really like to have customers begin with the Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine. So many of the dies and embossing folders fit through the Mini and it's easy to store and is portable. The Nested Essentails Dies are a perfect way to begin using the die-cutting machines more. Another die set that is perfect for many occasions is the Wanted to Say die set. This has wonderful sentiments and the shadow die to go with it.

Starter Kit 3 : Is an avid stamper and has stamped and attended classes. Has the die-cutting system, lots of stamps and things.

For this starter kit idea, It's time to really dig deeper into die-cutting with some beautiful dies that aren't coordinated with a stamp set, but are stand alone dies that can really take your card from nice to WOW!

There are a few die sets that you will want to add to your collection. The Petal Patterns dies are so cool. The Gorgeouse Garden dies will keep you crafting all day! Don't miss out on the Brilliant Backgrounds dies for fabulous textures. And don't forget to add Adhesive Sheets to your starter kit. This is a must when working with detailed dies!

Starter Kit 4 : Is in Avid stamper and just wants it all for coloring

I decided to focus on the Stampin' Write Markers. These are water-based markers and have many uses. You can simply color open line images, or step it up a little and use them to color the rubber stamps to get a variation of colors. Stampin' Blends are another popular way to color. Stampin' Up! has over 40 color pairs to choose from. You may also create a wonderful collection of Stampin' Blends. These alcohol markers are fabulous for coloring and blending.

There are no wrong choices to choosing what is best for you and where you are in your stamping journey. I didn't mention the acryllic blocks that are needed for the photopolymer stamps, so those could be part of your first order as a demonstrator. I hope you like my starter kit ideas.

By joining my Café Team, you will join a wonderful group of paper crafters. I will support you at any level you choose to participate in too. Most of my friends are hobby demonstrators and love to get their personal discount. My team can attend some events free and I have a Café team gathering each quarter (virtually and In-Person). I can support all levels of demonstrators. Contact me today to answer any questions or help you with the joining process. Maybe you are all ready to join. If so, join my Cafe' Team.

Happy Stamping,

Mary Blocher

Mary's Stampin' Café