tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18807726054601211052024-02-21T08:48:37.808-07:00Chalk it Up w/ the Travelin' CrafterI'm the Traveling Crafter. I'm a wife, a mom, a care-giver and a crafter.
I'm a Designer with Chalk Couture and I've been a crafting my entire life!
I love what I do, and I do what I love - share my love of crafting, everywhere I go - DIY projects and gifts, papercrafting, Pinterest inspirations and more!
I help people discover their creativity and create beautiful DIY projects and gifts using Chalk Couture! Join the adventure!
Contact me at 775-750-7809 to learn more.Roberta Staffordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04417045009626135177noreply@blogger.comBlogger412125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1880772605460121105.post-86423460079845450022019-09-04T09:00:00.000-06:002019-09-04T09:00:01.719-06:00BIG UPDATE!It comes with a heavy heart to announce I will no longer be maintaining my Blog. It will not be deleted... at least for now; however, I will no longer be posting regularly updates on classes, tips, information or videos.<br />
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I've been blogging for years, and I've decided that I need to work smarter, not harder.<br />
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I get so much more engagement and foot traffic through my Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chalkitupwithroberta/">Business Page</a> and my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/394814834303843/">VIP Group</a>, that I would prefer to devote my energy where I can achieve more and gain success more efficiently and effectively.</div>
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If you are not already following my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chalkitupwithroberta/">Business Page</a>, or are not a part of my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/394814834303843/">VIP Group</a>, you can head over and stay up to date as you Chalk it Up with Roberta. I promise... you won't want to miss out!</div>
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<a href="https://www.chalkcouture.com/chalkitupwithroberta">My Chalk Shop</a> of course, will also remain open for your shopping pleasure for all your Chalk Couture supply needs.</div>
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If you have questions about Chalk Couture or how you can <a href="mailto:rstafford828@gmail.com">Chalk it Up with Roberta</a>, feel free to reach out to me. I'd be happy to help.</div>
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<br />Roberta Staffordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04417045009626135177noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1880772605460121105.post-72685918084970507942019-08-28T08:30:00.000-06:002019-08-28T08:30:12.904-06:00TODAY is a BIG day!If you follow me with any regularity, you know that <b>TODAY</b> is a <b>BIG</b> day! <br />
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It's my birthday for one! Woo Hoo! and because of that, I am offering a <b>VERY</b> special offer to all my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/394814834303843/">VIP members </a>over on Facebook. Not a VIP-er? <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/394814834303843/">Head over and request to join</a>, so you can take advantage of this once per year offer. You won't want to miss out... I promise!<br />
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Next, it is also my Chalk-aversary. Yep. 2 years ago today, I made the crazy decision to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/197420010963093/">become a Chalk Couture Designer,</a> and I have <b>NEVER</b> looked back. It takes work, determination and commitment to have a Network Marketing/Direct Sales business. It is <b>NOT</b> a get-rich-quick scheme, nor is it a Pyramid scheme. It's a business that has allowed me to work a business and provide additional income for my family, while working around doctors' appointments, hospital stays, travel, life's circumstances, etc. I am supported by some <b>AMAZING</b> people who are not just friends, but family, and because of them, I don't regret my decision to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/197420010963093/">become a Designer</a> for one minute. <br />
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Lastly, on this day, 10 years ago, I started talking to my <b>NOW</b> husband, Russell. We met online. He asked me for phone number, and when I gave it to him, he called me immediately to make sure I hadn't given him a bogus number. LOL! (I worried I had just given my number to a crazy stalker!!! -- Little did I know, I'd marry that stalker!)<br />
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So, today is a special day on <b>MANY</b> levels.<br />
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Thanks for sharing in my special day, even if it is just in some small way.<br />
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Be sure to follow these step by step instructions, so you can get the most use of transfers.</div>
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Roberta Staffordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04417045009626135177noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1880772605460121105.post-57469481920083384062019-08-07T09:00:00.000-06:002019-08-07T09:00:05.252-06:004 Easy Steps<div class="_2cuy _3dgx _2vxa" style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; direction: ltr; font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;">
Tip of the Week: 4 easy steps to Chalk it Up!</div>
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Roberta Staffordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04417045009626135177noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1880772605460121105.post-18887270817993279102019-07-31T09:00:00.000-06:002019-07-31T09:00:01.054-06:00August is HUGE!August is a HUGE month in my life.<br />
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First, it's my birthday month. Yes, you read that right. I have a birthday coming up. Another year older. Another year wiser. Another grey hair or two... LOL!<br />
I have never been one to dread my birthday. I look forward to the future and all that is in store for me and my family. I'm looking forward to more travel in year 51. More adventures and more experiences. I know it will be EPIC!<br />
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August is also the month in which I met my hubby. Yep. Russell and I will be together 10 years this month! HUGE!!! I couldn't have found a better partner in life, spouse, friend, and soul mate. He picks me up when I am down, comforts me, kicks me in the butt when I need it and is my biggest cheerleader in ALL THINGS! I wouldn't want to do life with anyone else.<br />
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Lastly, August is the month my life changed and I became a Chalk Couture Designer. Two years ago, I signed up for something new. I had been in Direct Sales for 8 years prior and I was bored. I needed something new and thought <i>"Why, not? This looks fun!"</i> -- without even trying it! Look at me NOW! Growing my team across North America, traveling the world on Incentive Trips I've earned and Chalkin' it Up as I go. It's been an AMAZING adventure and I wouldn't change it for ANYTHING!!!<br />
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You never know where life is going to take you. Enjoy the journey. Say yes to new experiences. Try new things. Get out there and live life. You can sleep when you are dead! LOL!<br />
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I look forward to all that is in store and can't wait to celebrate with you throughout August! 😊<br />
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Use your <a href="https://www.chalkcouture.com/chalkitupwithroberta/product/T191104">Fine Mist Sprayer </a>to clean your Chalk Couture surfaces. (Be sure to fill it with Distilled Water to prevent clogging.)</div>
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Roberta Staffordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04417045009626135177noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1880772605460121105.post-25256987577089689992019-06-05T08:00:00.000-06:002019-06-05T08:00:06.620-06:00Tip of the Week: Ruler TrickEver work with a large transfer that's difficult to peel and reveal because you feel like you need another set of hands?<br />
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The Summer season has begun. The kids are out of school, sports and their other activities. There are only so many chores you can assign, times you can say <i>"Go out and play."</i> or <i>"Turn off the TV." </i> Before... Hold on... It's coming... Wait for it... <i>"I'm bored!" </i> <br />
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Why not <a href="https://www.chalkcouture.com/chalkitupwithroberta">share the Chalk Love</a> with your kids?<br />
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Take and Make Kits are affordable <b>(ONLY $5!!!)</b>, easy to use, washable projects that will give the kids something to do on those hot summer days, when you need them occupied for just a moment or two so you can fold the laundry. (Can you tell I'm a mom of 5 kids? Been there, done that. LOL!!!)<br />
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Take and Make Kits come with everything needed to Chalk it Up! -- Cut apart transfer, Chalkable Chip, Paste Packet, and a mini Squeegee, as well as easy How-To Instructions. All for $5 per kit (plus S/H) and <a href="mailto:rstafford828@gmail.com">offered <b>DIRECTLY</b> from me</a>.<br />
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Using Couture Inks is very similar to using Chalkology Pastes, with a few exceptions:</div>
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<li class="_2cuy _509q _2vxa" style="clear: both; direction: ltr; line-height: 18px; list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 20px; padding-bottom: 3px; text-align: left; white-space: pre-wrap;">To avoid bleeding under the transfer, use a small amount of Ink and start your swipe outside, working your way into the open areas.</li>
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<br />Roberta Staffordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04417045009626135177noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1880772605460121105.post-34124446270690158742019-04-24T08:00:00.000-06:002019-04-24T08:00:01.939-06:00Tip of the Week: Paper Clips<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After you have cleaned your transfer and it is dry, return it to its carrier sheet and use a few paper clips to flatten it out while being stored in your sheet protectors. This will help to smooth it our again for future use. 😃</div>
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When Chalkin' it Up, work quickly, as the Chalkology Paste dries in less than 5 minutes, or use this quick tip to buy yourself some time while creating your work of art.<br />
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This week's Tip of the Week is an All-in One for Chalkin' it Up. Feel free to save it, print it and refer to it when needed. <br />
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I think God is teaching me a lesson.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-size: 14px; white-space: pre-wrap;">You see, Russell suffers from chronic pain in his back. He has had 6 surgeries. He has nerve damage with no feeling in his left leg and only limited feeling in his right. Because of him, I am wildly familiar with pain and how debilitating it can be. But watching it happen to someone is not the same as having it happen to you.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-size: 14px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I'm not moving nearly as fast as I usually do. I wince just trying to stand or pick up a sock. I continue to work through the pain, but it's taking longer than usual, and there are somethings I just don't feel up to doing, because it would physically hurt if I did. (I probably won't go live on my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chalkitupwithroberta/">Business Page</a> today because of it. I don't think I can sit in my chair down stairs for more than 2 minutes.)</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-size: 14px; white-space: pre-wrap;">That's one reason I absolutely LOVE the Direct Sales Industry. I can work when I want and from where I want. Some times that's from Cancun or the Caribbean when I've earned an Incentive Trip. Other times, like today, it's from the recliner, because I don't have a choice, even though I'd prefer to be anywhere else but the recliner.😖</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-size: 14px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Direct Sales and Chalk Couture enables people just like you, and just like me, to work our business the way we need to. It rewards us for sharing with other people who have common interests in the product we have. It allows us to schedule our day around doctors' appointments, physical therapy, surgeries, kids activities, work requirements, unexpected emergencies, etc.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-size: 14px; white-space: pre-wrap;">It's flexible. But... you still have to work your business. It takes perseverance and determination to work a business where you don't have a boss to tell you what to do. You have to have an entrepreneurial spirit, be organized and be a self-starter. You have to have a positive attitude, because not everything will go your way. It takes work... lots of work. But the rewards are countless!</span></span></span><br />
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<li>The weather couldn't have better!</li>
<li>The food was great!</li>
<li>The drinks flowed and the company couldn't have been better with 40 of my closest Chalk brothers and sisters!</li>
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Yes, you read that right -- a trip with 40 of my closest friends!</div>
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We had tons of pool and/or beach time to just soak up the sun, catch up with old friends and make new ones, and as you can probably tell, some antics to sum it all up!<br />
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My friend, Tia, who accompanied me and I also took and adventurous excursion to Xcaret, a bio-park where we were able to float an inlet salt water river through caves and cenotes. It was AMAZING and such a bucket list item!</div>
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Do you have a job, where you can earn a FREE vacation for you and a guest? I do.</div>
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That's only 1 of the MANY reasons I love Chalk Couture -- plus they spoil us! Each night, while we were there, we received a new gift!</div>
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If you'd like more information about how you can join me NEXT year in Punta Cana, Domincan Republic, on a similar trip, <a href="mailto:rstafford828@gmail.com">contact me</a>. I'd love to share my experience with you and how YOU can can join me for both fun and sun!<br />
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Until next time,<br />
<i>Roberta</i><br />
The Travelin' CrafterRoberta Staffordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04417045009626135177noreply@blogger.com0