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Want to Join the Fun?

Stampin’ Up!® is much more than stamps, ink, and paper.

We’re a worldwide community dedicated to building meaningful relationships, inspiring creativity and confidence, and making a difference in people’s lives!

If this interests you, scroll down to learn more about what it means to “join” Stampin’ Up!

Benefits of Joining Stampin' Up!
Build Your Own Business

Stampin’ Up! gives you the opportunity to build your own business while enjoying creativity and fellowship. You can host classes, workshops, share online, craft fairs or simply sell your cards. Your business is unique to you!!

Enjoy the Discount

Whether you are looking to build a business (Career) or just an avid crafter (hobbyist) looking to get an extra discount, Stampin’ Up! and Brandy’s Cards supports all demonstrators.

Lots of Resources

Along with the Stampin’ Up! home office, I’m excited to provide the support you need to run a successful business. You’ll find plenty of training through the Stampin’Up! Portal, Team Website, Facebook Page, Creativate Live Training, Team Events and more.

Community

Through Stampin’ Up!, I’ve met some of my best friends and made lasting memories. We have a wonderful team of talented stampers who support, encourage and celebrate one another. We are like family!!

The Starter Kit

Customize your starter kit to fit your crafting needs. Pick out a few things from your wish list or select items for your first class or workshop. Either way, this is your chance to purchase additional crafting supplies while getting some items for FREE!

Frequently Asked Questions

The thought of becoming a demonstrator for Stampin’ Up! comes with a lot of questions.  This list of frequently asked questions or FAQ’s is our attempt to answer many of these questions.

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No Matter Your Reason!

No matter why you decide to join us, there is a place for you on the Blooms and Butterflies Demonstrator Team!

We welcome “discount shoppers” as well as those looking to earn some money and have so much fun with everyone!!! There is a place for you and we’d love to have you! There is NEVER any pressure, obligation or commitment! As a demonstrator, YOU decide what you want to do!!!

What You Get With Joining?
The Starter Kit Details

Becoming one of the Blooms and Butterflies team members is as simple as purchasing the Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit through me. It’s the Ultimate Stampin’ Up! Product Bundle!

It’s our 35th anniversary and we want to celebrate! From January 4th – February 29th, you can choose one of the following options for your Starter Kit when you sign up as a new Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator.

The Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit is customizable!

  • Option 1: Choose the exclusive Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio ($60 value) + your choice of $125 of Stampin’ Up! products for only $99 plus tax. Shipping is FREE!!
  • Option 2: Your choice of an additional $30 in FREE products to add to your Starter Kit. Enjoy $155 of Stampin’ Up! products for only $99 plus tax. Shipping is FREE!!

Both options get you:

  • FREE SHIPPING on this starter kit (that’s a $13.75 savings)
  • Stampin’ Up! Business Supplies
  • A FREE Paper Pumpkin Kit ($24.50 value)
  • Stampin’ Up! Logo Merchandise gift from Brandy
  • Team Training (available for those that want it)
  • Winter Creativate Retreat for FREE!!
  • And LOTS of fun with our crafty family of stampers!!

Note: When joining you can select items from the 2023 Annual Catalog, 2024 Spring Catalog, Clearance Rack and Online Exclusives.

Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio ($60 Value)

  • Glass Mat: 17″ x 14″, Heavy-duty, safety-tempered glass crafting mat with raised nonslip rubber feet.  Features a white background printed with a gray grid. Wipes clean with water or alcohol.
  • Silicone Mat: 8-3/8″ x 6″, Nonslip, multi-use mat.  Waterproof and heat resistant. Features 4 palette squares for customer color mixing.
  • Cleaning Cloth: 8-1/4″ x 8-1/4″, Reusable cleaning cloth makes chemical-free cleaning easy; just add water and wipe.  It’s Durable, thick, and lint-free.
Blooms and Butterflies Resources

Once you join under me you’ll become a Blooms and Butterflies team member. We are a fun, passionate team of demonstrators who enjoy what we do and sharing what we love.

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BLOOMS (hobby demonstrators)

If you are a bloom you are a team member who is enjoying the Stampin’ Up! products, discounts, pre-orders all while creating and sharing with friends and family.

BUTTERFLIES (career demonstrators)

If you are a butterfly you are a team member who is sharing actively selling and sharing Stampin’ Up! products. You have spread your wings and are sharing, teaching and inspiring others.

Creativate Team

Over the past few years the Creativate Team has built a library of training videos. Together we are able to provide all the training and information you need to be successful. Whether you are a hobby demonstrator or maybe ready to transition into a business demonstrator. We are ALL here to help you!

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Team Facebook Page

Connect with us virtually or just enjoy the activity quietly. The team facebook page is private community of Blooms and Butterfly Demonstrators. We share ideas, inspiration, ask questions, guide and support one another. We are one big family!!

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Team Website

Our team website is a private website available to only Blooms and Butterflies. You’ll find motivational videos, challenges, training, tutorials and more. There is a lot of information for you to soak up and enjoy!

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Team & Stampin’ Up! Events

I love our team events!! These events are hosted at various locations and all are welcome. We enjoy getting to know one another, participating in challenges, training as well as creating and sharing. I hope you will consider joining us!!

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Creativate Team
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Let me introduce you to the CREATIVATE TEAM….and why this is another reason crafters join Stampin’ Up! and my Blooms and Butterflies Demonstrator Team.

Creativate is four top performing demonstrators as well as my closest stamping friends.  We have all been stamp for thirteen plus years and we’ve each achieved recognition for being named in Stampin’ Up! Top 100 Demonstrators. Together, we have a wealth of knowledge to share with you and support you in your efforts.

We have teamed to help and support, not only each other, but to also support all our teams’ of demonstrators.  If you are looking for training and support as a demonstrator… we have you covered.  We work together to provide ideas, inspiration, challenges, training and more!!

Creativate Team

The Creativate Team pictured above includes(from left to right): Jackie Bolhuis, Connie Stewart, Sharon Armstrong and Brandy Cox.
Together, we have over 100 years of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator Experience!!

Weekly Business Tips

If you are open to new ideas and want to grow your business… then these business tips are for you. Our goal is to share various business tips, articles, product information and tutorials. These tips are shared by a Creativate Team Leader on the Blooms and Butterflies Team page.

Online Creativate Retreats

To reward our team for making their sales goals we offer a quarterly Online Creativate Retreat. This is a private online retreat where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other Creativate Team Members as well as receive LOTS of ideas, inspiration and tutorials.

Creativate Facebook Page

As a team, we conduct weekly Facebook Lives via a joint facebook group. We share creative ideas, business training, announcements, tips and more. As a member of Blooms and Butterflies you’ll have access to all of these live training (or watch them later via recorded video).

Training Videos

On Creativate Live you’ll training via videos and Facebook Lives. The Creativate Team Leaders all have different strength and things that are personal or unique to their businesses. We are each excited to share with you what has worked for us. We are stronger together, right!!

Joint Events (OnStage)

At the Stampin’ Up! OnStage Event, in Orlando, Fl, the Creativate Leaders hosted a Creativate Team event. This event had demonstrators from all five teams. We had 220 Creativate Team Members join us for a day of fun, fellowship and training.

Resource Library

You’ll have access to all new and old documents, tips, tutorials, creative and training videos shared by the Creativate Leaders.

Join the Community of Stampers
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Creativate Live Facebook Community

Becoming a Demonstrator - FAQ's

What are the minimum sales requirements?

You only need to submit 300 CSV (Commissionable Sales Volume) in sales per quarter. That is less than an average Stampin’ Up! workshop! Also, you can submit your sales in any increment you wish and still receive your 20 percent discount and commission (or 25 percent if you become a bronze elite title or above).

What requirements are there to be a Demonstrator?

The only requirement to remain active is to make your quarterly minimum. If you can’t make your quarterly minimum you’ll go into pending. If you are unable to pull out of pending Stampin’ Up! will turn off your demo id. You are always welcome to join again!

What if I want to do this as a hobby and not necessarily a business?

Stampin’ Up! supports all demonstrators, no matter their goals or the level at which they choose to run their business. If you choose not to hold workshops, you can simply place your own orders and/or collect orders from family and friends to equal the quarterly sales minimum.

Can I join Stampin' Up! and enjoy it as a Hobby Demonstrator?

Yes, Absolutely!! I welcome hobby stampers!! Joining Stampin’ Up! will give you the opportunity to meet other stampers, pre-order new products and receive discounts on products.

Do I have to sell Stampin' Up! Products?

No, you can join as a hobby demonstrator.

Do I have to host classes or do workshops?

No, you are joining as an Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator; therefore, you can decide how you want to run your business.

Can I be my own host?

Yes, you can be your own host anytime you want. Invite your family and friends into your home and have a workshop. You will be the host, receiving the Stampin’ Rewards, as well as the demonstrator, receiving your instant income and commission.

How much does it cost to get started as a demonstrator?

The Starter Kit is only $99 USD and is fully customizable. You choose up to $125 USD worth of any current Stampin’ Up! products, and you will also receive a business supplies pack containing materials you need to run your business (valued at least $35 USD).

How can I make money as a demonstrator?

You can earn money in three ways: instant or deferred income (20 or 25 percent of each order), monthly volume rebates (4-13 percent of total monthly sales), and monthly team commissions (1–6.5 percent of your recruits’ sales).

Do I have to recruit other demonstrators?

No. If you were to recruit demonstrators, you would be paid team commissions on your team’s sales, but this is a perk, not a requirement.

Where will I get project ideas for my workshops? What kind of training can I expect?

Stampin’ Up! provides dozens of training resources filled with project ideas and tips to help you run every aspect of your business, including a quarterly publication called Stampin’ Success, Demonstrator Support agents, a demonstrator-only website, and annual and seasonal catalogs.

Is Stampin’ Up! a well-known, respected company?

Since 1988, Stampin’ Up! has been selling stamps and papercrafting supplies. In that time, not only have we won industry awards and accolades, but also the loyalty and admiration of demonstrators and customers alike. And that is a trend that we work hard to maintain. You can rest assured that the reputation of Stampin’ Up! will only continue to improve!

What if I decide that I don’t like it once I’ve started? Will I be penalized if I quit?

You may choose to stop at anytime, and you will not be penalized. You simply stop placing orders. However, there are many benefits to remaining an active demonstrator. If you have any questions about Stampin’ Up! or becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, please contact your demonstrator.

Do I have to do a website, facebook etc.?

No, you don’t have to do any social media. As an Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator you might decide to share on one of these platforms but it is not a requirement.

Can I participate in Creativate Live Training?

Yes, absolutely! If you are on my team you will be invited to join Creativate Live Training. It’s a great way to connect with other demonstrators while having the opportunity to learn from those who have Stampin’ Up! Businesses.

Can I use other products, not Stampin' Up! products?

Yes, absolutely!  It’s Ok to love and enjoy all crafting products.  However, if you are wanting to sell Stampin’ Up! products I would encourage you to purchase their products and share them.