Hello from very sunny Utah! 

After a very long couple of flights we arrived in Salt Lake City to find flags all over the place welcoming almost 6000 people to the Stampin' Up convention.

I still can't believe I'm here!

Check out the crowd at general session.

They had giant screens so we all got great views.

So much to see here ......

This was a big display celebrating Stampin' Up's 25 year history.  Each stand had a photo of a catalogue cover and several stamps from that year plus a photo of Shelli and her family.

The make and take area was huge!

Tons of gorgeous displays ...

There were TONS of cards on display plus some simply stunning 3d items.  Here's just a couple ...

If all the hustle and bustle got too much there was a recognition room where award achievers could go.  Isn't it pretty.  Had free chocolates and soft drink too.

Plus you could have your photo taken and write a message ...

Here is one just for you. 

It was fun sharing the experience with some team mates. Here's my friends Kathryn and Genna.

The stage presentations were wonderful.  Here's a card I liked from our founder Shelli Gardner.  (Sorry about the head in the pic.)

The front was nice then you open it up and .....

If you were feeling inclined you could even get your nails done in this year's in colours.  

I'll share some more convention pics another day when I get them a little more organised.  That's just a little taste of Stampin' Up US Convention.  What an experience.

We're having a ball here in Salt Lake City.  Here's the view from our hotel...

Tonight we found an outdoor free folk festival. 

Plus the shopping is quite good.  40% off sales all over the place. I'm not usually much of a shopper but did quite enjoy an afternoon of exploring.

Signing off for today.  I hope you enjoyed a little snippet of Convention Salt Lake City 2013.

Back another day with some news from our Grand Vacation to St Regis Resort, Deer Valley, Utah.  That kicks off tomorrow and should be heaps of fun with lots of demonstrators from Australia, New Zealand and Europe and their guests. 

Take care and happy stamping,

Sue