Buy the Starter Kit

Ask yourself these questions -

Is crafting part of your life?
Do you love discounted products?
Do you want to earn money while doing something you love?
How about the convenience of setting your own hours?


If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then Stampin' Up! is the perfect opportunity for you.
I joined Stampin’ Up! during Sale-a-bration 2016 because it was such a good deal, AND I would get discount on all of my future purchases. But little did I know at the time that those incentives were not the greatest thing that I got out of joining this amazing company. The friendships that I have formed with customers and demo’s and the lovely ladies that attend my classes, blow the financial benefits right out of the water. Knowing all of these people has enriched my life in ways I had never imagined and for that I am truly thankful.


Being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator means different things to different people. It could mean simply enjoying a discount on products that you already love for your hobby. But it could also mean getting together with other crafters in an exclusive club, where you get all the new product news first. And it could also mean running your own business. Whatever suits you. There is no pressure for it to be anything apart from what you want it to be.
The Stampin' Up!' Demonstrator Starter Kit is completely customisable! You build your Starter Kit your way! For just £99, you get -

  • Your choice of up to £130 worth of any current Stampin' Up! products
  • A business supply pack valued at £45
  • A free gift and a welcome pack from me
  • Free shipping on your starter kit
  • And at certain times, Stampin' Up! offer even more rewards for joining.
Being a Demonstrator:
·          Can earn you extra money
·          Gives you at least 20% discount on all products
·          Gets you meeting new people
·          Means you’ll be part of a team
·          There is no contract or commitment required (many of my friends have simply signed up for the discount and have done nothing more.

I would love you to join Stampin’ Up! and become a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, but if you’re like me, you’ll have lots of questions and won’t want to rush into anything without all the facts.

I hope this list of FAQ’s helps, but please get in touch if you need to talk through things with me to see if the opportunity is right for you.

Who can join?
Anyone, as long as you are over 18 years of age, and live in the UK, France, Germany, The Netherlands or Austria

How much does it cost to join?

£99 and you can simply choose any current catalogue products to the value of £130. You will also receive a business supplies kit  which includes catalogues, order forms and everything needed to get your business started, if running a small business is what you choose to do. The starter kit is shipped direct to your home address within approx. 3-4 working days of signing up and there is no postage to pay.

What discounts do I get?
On all orders placed you receive 20% discount off the net product total. You can earn more commission the more sales you make in a month and any extra commission payments are calculated at the end of the month and paid direct in the bank account of your choice mid-way through the following month. You also get the chance to pre-order products a month earlier than the general release as well as very generous offers and discounts including hostess benefits on all eligible orders.


When you sign up as a demo, you receive the title of Bronze.  As you build your business, you can advance to subsequent titles and if/when you reach the next title of Bronze Elite you will receive 25% discount on your future orders/sales. And if you build up a team, there is extra earning potential there too.


Do I have to demonstrate?
We would love you to but you don’t have to. If you can reach the manageable quarterly minimums with your own purchases you can simply join and benefit from the discounts and deals. There is no pressure from me as your up line or from Stampin’ Up! but if you change your mind and want to start a class or two or sell to friends or customers you can. You are in charge and you set your own targets and goals. It is so easy to share what you are passionate about and Stampin’ Up! offers some great incentives to get you sharing and earning so there is lots of scope to earn, promote and be rewarded simply by sharing what you love and the fantastic products.


 What is the quarterly minimum and when are the quarters?


It is £270 catalogue price which is £225 net cost to you as a demo The quarters are January - March, April-June, July-September, October-December

When you join Stampin’ Up!, you are already within a calendar quarter, so Stampin’ Up! allows you that first part quarter as a ‘grace’ period. A sort of settling in period for you to find your feet. So therefore, your first quarterly minimums don’t need to be met until the quarter after. For example, I joined in February, but I had all the way through until the end of June to meet my minimums, and anything I bought/sold during February also counted.

What happens if I don’t meet my minimums?

You will be given an extra month to try and achieve them, but if you don’t, you are not required to return anything to Stampin’ Up!, you aren’t obliged to do anything more, and aren’t tied in to anything. You will simply go into an ‘inactive’ state, and no longer be able to sell or buy at the 20% discount. However, should you want to rejoin, you can join the same upline immediately by buying a fresh starter kit. But should you wish to go to another upline, you must wait 90 days. You get to keep everything that you purchased and revert back to being a customer.
Do my personal purchases count towards the quarterly minimums?

Yes! Stampin’ Up!  doesn’t mind who does the buying, whether it’s you, your neighbour, or someone else. They will just look at your total figures.
I only want to buy products for myself. Is that okay?

Of course! I welcome all people to my team, whether they want to make a business, or get a discount for their own hobby, or anything in between.
Do I have to recruit other demonstrators?

Of course not!! Having a team is not a requirement, it is a perk and we have the opportunity to earn a commission based on our team’s sales! However it is also a responsibility, you will need to support your team and give them training to help them achieve their goals.

Do I have to hold stocks of product?

No. You will only order items when someone places an order and pays you in advance, so you won’t need to keep stock of products.

Do I have to pay tax?

This depends on how much you sell, versus how much you buy.
Always check with a professional to clarify the details.
I think I might want to make this a business in the future, but at this stage, I just want to buy a few things for me, is it okay to change my mind as to what demo I want to be at a later date?

Yes! We are all called demonstrators, even those who don’t actively demonstrate. However you choose to enjoy your SU benefits is up to you, and should you head down one ‘path’ and want to move in another direction, then I will fully support you along the way.
What training/support will I receive?
I have a few years’ experience and knowledge as a demo (plus the wider demo community), as well as many years’ experience as a customer of Stampin Up, and can help you as little or as much as you need.
All the information you need is also located on the demo website. We have a dedicated demo support helpline who are amazing.

And there are a number of excellent, private Stampin’ Up! Groups on Facebook that I can add you to after you sign up if you would like me to. They are a fantastic wealth of advice, support and inspiration.

Should I choose a local demo as my upline?
You need to make the right choice for you as once you sign up you are unable to change your upline without resigning and rejoining 3 months later. Everyone is different and I would encourage you to do your research, don’t just look on-line pick up the phone and talk to the demo direct. Your upline does not necessarily need to be local to you and you need to consider what it is that is most important to you and make your decision based on that. Some questions you may wish to consider are –
 Do you want a local upline to meet up with for support and ideas?

·         Do you want business support or help to get your business off the ground?

·         Do you want to be left alone?

·         Do you want to be part of a community/team?

·         Are you on Facebook?

·         Are you willing to travel to training/events?

Once you have decided what you want from an upline, call for a chat as it is really important that you get along and that your upline can give you what you need. You may not need training or be interested in meeting up but are happy to chat with other team members on Facebook. One of the best things about Stampin’ Up! are the people.  You can choose to be part of the team/community or you can choose not to be, no pressure but you are free to choose.

Do I have to have a blog?

No! Having a blog is beneficial, but not essential. You can have a successful business without any online interaction whatsoever. Blogs and social networking are still only a few years old, yet Stampin’ Up! is 30 years old…
How do I join?
To join, all you need to do is complete these quick and simple steps –
·       Click the ‘Buy the Starter Kit’ button in the sidebar of the page

·         Read the demo agreement and agree to the terms and conditions

·         Add £130 worth of any products to the online starter kit order. 

Once Stampin’ Up! receive your online application they will email you a login for the Stampin’ Up! website (usually the same day) and you will be able to access the demo website and explore all the useful resources and information as well as the opportunity to place your own orders and see your commissions etc.

Your kit is shipped direct to you within 3-4 working days

You cannot place your first order within 7 days of joining.

You will need to enter your bank info when visiting the Stampin’ Up! demo website for the first time. It is the bank account that Stampin’ Up! will pay any extra commission you have earned back into and you will need your IBAN and SWIFT code. This can be found on your bank statement or your online banking info. If in doubt call your bank for your unique identifier.




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