Join My Team!

If you are considering the opportunity to become a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, then I would LOVE to welcome you into my team!
It is important when you are weighing up your options to join as a demonstrator that you find the upline and the team that is the right fit for you. Shawnnit'as Stampendipity is made up of a variety of demonstrators, everything from hobby demonstrators to those who are climbing the stampin’career ladder and they are all valued members of my team!

I am the kind of team support who values the family first idea and whatever your stampin’ goals, whether to fund your own stamping habit or to build yourself a successful stamping business, I would love to help you achieve them….all you need to do is ask!

Here is some informatoin  to answer your questions about the demonstrator opportunity, so get started by clicking on the links below:

Why be a demonstrator?

FAQ about becoming a demonstrator

The Starter Kit

If you have any further questions about the demonstrator opportunity, or if you would like me to send you an information pack, be sure to let me know!

Sadie Hawkins Day!

For some of us we celebrate Sadie Hawkins day.

This is for those of you that do!

Reports have it that Sadie Hawkins Day is on February 29th but other reports have it as November 15th.  No matter which day you celebrate it on it's always sure to be a fun time.  For the unwed gal anyway!

So if you celebrate this momentous occasion every year or once every four years this is for you!

Sadie Hawkins Day done in a Lil' Abner Comic 1937

And Facts about Sadie Hawkins Day and Leap Year Here

This Week in History

12 Nov 1815 marks the birth of  Elizabeth Cady Stanton

"Womanhood is the great fact in her life; wifehood and motherhood are but incidental relations"

"Because man and woman are the complement of one another, we need woman's thought in national affairs to make a safe and stable government"
-- Elizabeth Cady Stanton

I found this beautiful hand painted card supporting the Women's Suffrage that Ms Cady Stanton fought for.

To read more about Ms Cady Stanton here is a link

Upcoming Event!

This Friday I will be holding a Christmas Card Making Workshop at the Youth Centre on Bacon Street, Moranbah.

If you'd love to come along, don't hesitate to join in the fun!

Conact me on 0419 410 255 or if you would like to reserve your spot now, click the Paypal link below and you can be sure you've got a spot.






Looking forward to seeing you there!

If I were just starting out, here's what I'd buy!

As a new paper crafter is is really hard to know just WHERE to start!  If your anything like I was, you flip through the Idea Book and Catalogue and wonder just where to start!  Each project looks so gorgeous and you want to make one similar to it with your own flare.

Well I'm here to help!  

Here  is my two bobs worth of advice on what to get your self this Christmas season or better yet what your family and friends can get you this holiday season if you are a beginner scrapbooker or stamper.

Stamping is like using a recipe. There are your basic ingredients and then all the fun "flourishes" you can throw in to add more flavour! All of these items are found in our catalogs:

The Basics:

• a.  Papers: I choose a neutral pack of card stock: either Whisper White or Very Vanilla. Then choose the assorted pack of colored cardstock to match the colors of your markers or ink pads.
• b. Ink: look at the set you chose. If you need to color the images in that set (line images), choose the Basic Black Classic ink pad and a set of Stampin' Write markers. If the set has solid images you can choose 3 to 4 Classic ink pads to match the colour of your coloured cardstock to pull the card together.
• c. Stamps: think about an occasion for cards or scrapbook pages (eg. birthday, travel, growing up) then select a stamp set to match. I advise to get a set that has both images and words.

That Little Bit More:
These items will enhance your Basics:

• a.   Paper Trimmer – great for matting photos or cutting card stock layers and strips
• b.  Adhesive – either Snail or Anywhere Glue Sticks
• c.  Cleaner - Stampin' Scrub & Stampin' Mist
• d.  Envelopes – either Whisper White or Very Vanilla, depending on "a" above

The Spice:

• a.  Accessories – these items add interest to your cards and scrapbook pages, and include brads, ribbon, glitter, and so on
• b.  Punches – makes stamp-and-go a reality!
• c.  Designer Series paper – patterned paper that adds to any project idea
• d.  Our Catalogues – not just a Catalogue but an Idea books that WOWS!
• e.  The Big Shot – the "Creme De La Creme" machine - that makes every project DELICIOUS!

So it's as easy as that!  Start off with the basics and build your master piece from there.


Contact me to get your Beginner's Basics and then check out my Christmas Wish List program to get a few extras under your Christmas tree this year (long distance orders welcome, Australia only).

Adult Christmas Card Making Work Shop!

Adult Workshop

Date:  Friday, November 12th 2010

Time:  9.00am to 11.30am

25 Christmas Cards completed in workshop

Cost:  $50.00 - Includes all materials

10 Places Available Only

Bookings Essential & Workshops Held at Moranbah Youth Centre

Call Shawnnita Fairbairn on 0419 410 255

Or book in using the Paypal to reserve your spot!

Melbourne Cup Day!

Dear Fellow Aussies! 

Happy Melbourne Cup Day!

This is for you:

Melbourne Cup Magic

By Paul McCann

It's a horse race called the Melbourne Cup.

The first Tuesday in November is the date that has been set.

It's the horse race that stops Australia.

It's that very same race when millions are laid out for a bet.

Flemington racecourse is where it's at.

You'll find the punters jumping for joy as good odds come their way.

The bookmakers put up their prices .

You can't hear a thing but the crowd roaring its Melbourne Cup day.

There are the dead runners and long shots.

Some may loose their shirt a four-legged fancy of their own.

Melbourne Cup has a special magic.

The fashions come out to see how it wears as the punters roam .

All the flowers are softly blooming .

It's a colourful show for the cup.

Somewhere in the throng of it all horses go a giddy-up .

Jockeys are on their mounts and it's on .

Lips quiver , all eyes are fixed for the race is about to start .

The barriers open, off they go.

Around the turn they come there's a flutter in every heart .

The front few race for the winning post .

The excitement has been, the winners are seen to be leaping.

There are always the hard luck stories .

The magic about is all is there are no losers weeping

Relay for Life

Today my darling son and I will be heading down to our local football club to be involved in the Relay for Life. 

For the last three years we have taken part in this event.  It's a way for us to remember those that we have loved and lost and to remember those who are battling. 

This year we remembered my sister who passed away two years ago and my father in law who passed away who passed away some 35 years ago.  We remember countless family, friends and loved ones.

Today we remember and keep them closer to our hearts than ever.

If you would like to be involved, please go to the websites below and become involved today.
Australia    USA

Keep you and yours safe and well.

Cricket Lovers Celebrate!

If you love Cricket as much as we do then today is a day to celebrate!

Happy Birthday goes out to Matthew Hayden!

If you'd like to learn more about his fantastic achievements then read here

Have a great weekend and enjoy your family!

It's Child's Play

I love sharing crafts with my boys even though it's not always the guy thing to do.  But my youngest lovely son enjoyed my recently stamped candle so much that he wanted to make one himself.

So without further ado, here is his fine lovely creation.

I love how he has put his own spin on the candle adding baubles and making the star himself.

If you or your children would like to make a candle like this don't hesitate to email me or give me a ring on 0419 410 255

Children & Youth Workshop (Ages 10 Years +)

Saturday, November 6th
Venue: Moranbah Youth Centre - Bacon Street

Time:  10.00am - 12.30pm

25 Christmas Cards completed in workshop

$50.00 - Includes all materials

If possible please bring along a glue stick

10 Places Available Only

Sign up online to reserve your spot or alternatively you can email or ring me on 0419 410 255 to reserve your spot!

What Can Stampin' Up!© and I Offer You?

Why not give me a ring today and let's organise something fun and exciting for you!

Christmas Candles in the Making!

I've been seeing some gorgeous yet simple candles around and I thought, "I CAN DO THAT!"  So I thought I would give it a go!  Using an ordinary candle I picked up from the cheap shop, some stamps and a special technique I found online I was able to create this:

Using the Lovely as a Tree stamp set as well as the Perfect Punches stamp set I was able to create this simple but effective candle.

If you would enjoy learning this technique or you love these stamp sets please give me a ring 

on 0419 410 255 or email me!

Fun with Clouds!

I have fallen in love with the cloud technique that I have seen several other demonstrators demonstrate and I thought I would give it a go.  I loved the rich vibrant colours of Pumpkin Pie, Rich Razzleberry, and Real Red ink pads that I used here to try out the cloud technique.  It was fun and easy!   I also paired this technique with the Elegant Eggplant and Water Colour paper.  The stamps used were Inspired by Nature and Perfect Punches.


If you would like to try out this technique or if your interested in making this very simple yet gorgeous card please contact me on 0419 410 255 or email me!

Free Ribbon!

Create beautiful packaging to fit any Christmas gift with exclusive products from Stampin' Up! From 16 October-30 November*, there are two ways to get FREE ribbon:

Get an exclusive package of ribbon for FREE when you purchase a Christmas gift-giving bundle!
Get an exclusive packages of ribbon for FREE when you host a $550 workshop!
Choose from these bundles:

Choose from the following limited-time ribbons when you purchase a Christmas gift-giving bundle or host a qualifying workshop:

Today's the Day!

Are you still thinking about it?  LOL!  That's Ok! 


Today is the day! 
This is the final video, discussing the business opportunities and just like Shannon I wish I could join all over again to get all these yummy goodies!!!


If your ready or even if your not you can always contact me by email or on 0419 410 255

Still Thinking???

That's Great!  Did you enjoy the first Starter Kit Techniques videos?


While your still thinking about it here’s another one using another technique.



Did you know that our new starter kit has a new price? It’s now only $289!  With that you get a complete set of In Colors – that’s Classic Stampin’ Pads™, Stampin’ Write™ Markers, and an assortment of card stock – completely FREE along with your demonstrator Starter Kit

But this is only until the 15th October.

So if your still thinking about joining, why not get intouch with me for some more information?

You can email me or give me a call on 0419 410 255

Are you Tempted? Still Thinking about it?

Remember on Sunday when I asked "What I Would Do With An Extra $300?! "  Well, when you read that post you would know that Stampin' Up! has some fantastic tools and supplies going on!  If you're like me you couldn't help dreaming about what it would be like to be a demonstrator, even if it was for a fleeting moment.
You may think that you are lacking in creativity, or confidence, but believe me, if I can do it, so can you! I’m a self taught stamper!!

Stampin’ Up! has release 3 great videos’ to show you what you can create with your new Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit. They are full of techniques that will be sure to make great cards and gifts.

Here's the first one, check it out!  Even I get excited all over again!



Now remember, we have a fantastic promotion that runs until the 15th October. That's only TWO days!  All new demonstrators will receive 5 brand new InColor Inkpads, Markers and an assorted InColor card pack.

So if your still thinking about joining, why not get intouch with me for some more information?

You can email me or give me a call on 0419 410 255

A little more on getting Organized

Since talking about Organization earlier this week I thought that I'd share an article that I found at Bukisa

Is your craft room a disorganized disaster? Here's how to quickly get it organized so you can better express your creativity.

If you're like me, you've had moments where your craft room was a complete disaster! When this occurs, it can really zap your creative energy making it difficult to start or complete a craft project. Plus, right brained, creative crafters aren't exactly known for their organizational skills! If you find it's taking you an eternity to sift through the stacks of craft materials you have piled high in every corner to find what you need, it's may be time to organize your craft room!

But, where do you start? If you craft room has been in chaos for awhile, it may be difficult to know how to start organizing. Here are some ideas:

1. Plan ahead!
A little planning goes a long way towards making organizing a craft room a pleasant task. Go through all of your boxes and sort craft items by category. Plan to buy a storage box for each category so all similar items can be conveniently stored together. I like plastic see-though boxes for craft storage since you can see exactly what you have without opening the box.

2. Separate your craft area from the rest of your home.
If your craft area should become messy, at least you're not exposing other members of your household to the chaos. Plus, psychologically it helps to be able have your craft room exist as a special place where you can retreat at day's end. If you can't move your crafts into a separate room, consider using a room divider to wall off your craft area.

3. Invest in a large, comfortable table to use as a workstation.
A large work space will allow you to spread your projects out so you can see what you have to work with. You'll waste less time fumbling around to find a particular item you need to complete a project. Make sure your table is sturdy and rugged and not so valuable that you're going to mind getting a little glue or paint on it. You may even want to consider getting a table at a secondhand store. Functionality is the key here!

4. Create an easily accessible tool rack.
It's important to have your tools accessible and in easy view. Take a long piece off wood from the craft store, add hooks to it, and mount it on the wall, You can now hang your tools from the hooks and keep them in easy view.

5. Consider installing shelving to organize your crafts.
Shelving that extends up the side of your walls is a great space saver. You can use the shelves to hold your clear, rubber storage containers containing your projects. It also helps to have your shelf space labeled so you can see where everything is.

6. Clear away any items that aren't relevant to your craft projects.
Make your newly designed craft area strictly for craft supplies. Don't confuse the issue by bringing in extraneous items that aren't suitable for your craft projects.

7. Clear off your workstation every night.
Don't allow craft materials to accumulate on your work table. This is almost always the first step towards developing a disorganized craft room. Clean up every evening, no matter how tired you are. If you need to, give yourself a reward for doing it.

8. Donate items you don't use.
We all have craft materials we no longer use. Don't leave them lying around your workstation to cause confusion. Donate unused items to a charity such as your local Salvation Army so another crafter can get the opportunity to use them and you can free up the space!

9. When you use a tool, put it back in its proper place.
There's nothing more frustrating and time consuming than not being able to find a craft tool when you need it! Be diligent about returning items to their proper places right after you use it. Stop telling yourself you'll do it later.

Now that you know how to organize a craft room, you can get back to your creative projects and enjoy them all the more!

At Stampin' Up we have great little caddies to store your stamping wheels as well as your Ink Pads!  If you would like to have a look feel free to email me or contact me on 0419 410 255!

What I Would Do With An Extra $300?!

Wow an extra $300! Times are hard these days and having that extra $300 is likely to make a person want to go a little bit crazy! How exciting would it be to have $300 to go to anything you want!

For me it would be an easy decision, I would have to choose having freedom with mine, being my own boss and doing something creative with mine.

Stampin' Up! is offering a great opportunity to do just that, become your own CEO and enjoy the chance to be creative!

From Septemer 1 until October 15, you will get a complete set of In Colors completely FREE—that’s Classic Stampin’ Pads, Stampin’ Write Markers, and an assortment of card stock—when you purchase the demonstrator Starter Kit for only $289!

With the change you can go celebrate your new business with a delicious coffee and chocolate cake from the Bakery!