Yesterday Stampin' Up! had it's local OnStage event here in Milwaukee.  It's a special event that they have typically two times a year throughout the world.  It's their version of a convention that is totally awesome.  There are numerous OnStage events going on the same day, multiple in the US and all over the world.  Isn't that impressive?

Probably one of the reasons that it was fabulous was because Shelli, the Founder of Stampin' Up! was at our OnStage.  She is a wonderful person.  She was our hostess for the day and I loved listening to her.  She was very energetic, humerous and overall a joy to listen to.  She even delivered something to our table!  Yes, she was handing out product just like all the other help.  I'll get into what we got in a second.  A highlight was getting my picture taken with her.  I didn't think that would happen to little me.

So, at OnStage the day is filled with demonstrations, both in person and via video, talks about recruiting, make 'n takes, and first peaks at the new catalog.  Yes, that is what Shelli actually delivered to our table!  I have the brand spanking new catalog in my hands.  I'm dying to show all you, but I can't yet.  Not until after Tuesday at 1:00 MT when the retirement list comes out!  There are sooo many new goodies.  I honestly really like this catalog and think you will too.  I already have 4 new stamp sets and I will show them when I can. It's hard keeping secrets.  

These were the wonderful ladies I share the table with.  I thought it was a great idea to get a table picture.  This photo area was in good use all day.  

One thing that many, many demos do is swaps.  There are some organize swaps that you have to "belong"  in order to swap.  But in the main aisles, there are many people with their swaps in hand, just asking around if you want to swap with them.  There is never a lack of swappers.  Some even came to our table and asked.  Of course, you never know what you are going to get in return.  Some swaps are just beautiful.  Others, well let just say they need a bit of a touch up.  But it's all in fun.  Look at all the swaps I received!  I couldn't lay them side by side because there were too many, over 50 of them.  The only rule you need to follow is that all the product should be current.  No problem for me!

Sorry about the glare. Many were in the clear envelopes and that is what caused it.  Out of all these swaps, only two are similar.  Or that's what I have noticed.  These I'll be bringing to my club meeting Tuesday to share with them.  I made two different swaps and will post those in the next several days.  Too many cards to post, not enough time to do the posts.  I guess that a good thing.

I have more pictures share, but I'm done for the night.  More to follow tomorrow.

Until next time...Stampin' Always,

Cheryl, HomeStyle Stamper