Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Your're Inspiring from Stampin' Up! makes great Mother's Day Card

  • You're Inspiring stamp set from Stampin' Up!
  • A Mother's Day Card
  • Before you order, learn about upcoming Color Changes

You're Inspiring from the Occasions catalog


With Mother's Day approaching, I wanted to create cards early to ensure I had plenty of cards on hand to send.  While I lost my mother last year, I have many aunts, sisters and friends who are mothers that I want to honor.  Today's card is bitter sweet.  Sweet, because it uses the You're Inspiring stamp set, which will carry over from the Occasions catalog to the new catalog in June.  Bitter, because we're loosing Wisteria Wonder from the core colors with the Color Revamp I talked about in yesterday's post. However, the Color Revamp has two new beautiful purple shades, called Highland Heather and Gorgeous Grape.  Check out these new colors and other changes in yesterday's post.
               






Today's card uses a Thick Whisper White basecard, then a layer of Pear Pizzazz and then a layer of Wisteria Wonder.  The Wisteria Wonder layer is dry embossed with the Basket Weave Embossing folder, which will be available in the June catalog, but you may already have it if you earned it as a free gift during Sale-A_Bration, which ended March 31.  It's a beautiful embossing folder, and I'm so happy it will be available to everyone on June 2.     







The 3/8" Pear Pizzazz Shimmer Ribbon is from the current Annual Catalog, and it too will carry over to the new catalog. It is such a soft ribbon, which makes it very easy to tie.   

The Decorative Ribbon Border punch was used to create the border out of Pear Pizzazz cardstock on the top and bottom of the daffodil image.  I used Blends to color the stems and flowers.  I actually had an old Blendability in Wisteria Wonder that I used with the new Old Olive Blends to complete this image. However, you can use your your Stampin' Write Marker or one of your Watercolor Pencils.



I used the Dark Old Olive Blends to color one of the gold Metallic Enamel Heart Shapes and added it in front of the sentiment.

The sentiment is from the A Mother's Flair stamp set from the Occasions catalog.      


       
Recipe:

Stamps:  You're Inspiring, A Mother's Flair(Occasions)
Ink:   Tuxedo Black Memento Pad   
Paper:  Thick Whisper White, Whisper White, Pear Pizzazz, Wisteria Wonder     
Accessories:  Basket Weave Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Gold Metallic Enamel Shapes, 3/8" Pear Pizzazz Shimmer Ribbon, Decorative Ribbon Border Punch, Big Shot, Big Shot Platform, Standard Cutting Pads, Paper Snips, Bone Folder, Silicone Craft Sheet, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Trimmer, Multipurpose Glue, Dimensionals


Click on the products below for more information and close ups any of the supplies used in today's projects.   Or, go directly to my Stampin' Up! store.

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Color Revamp


Planning upcoming purchases?  You'll want to read about the Stampin' Up! Color Revamp to know which colors are retiring, which colors will be added, and there are even a few colors that will return to the core colors.  Read about all the Color Revamp changes here.   





You'll also want to read about the changes to the Stampin' Up! stamp pads as well.  Don't miss all of these changes planned for the June catalog.  


Download the Last-Chance Products Lists


With the new Annual Catalog coming June 2, you'll want to know which current products will retire and which will carry over.  Download copies of the Last-Chance Product Lists and start marking up your current catalog.

To view all of the retiring products, visit my online store.  This is your best source to see if the product you want is still available.  As items sell out, they will no longer be listed in my online store.  

To download the .pdf versions click the links below each image below.  


Don't miss your favorites.  Most items are only available until they are gone.  Stamp sets will be available until May 25.  Bundles that carry over to the new catalog are on the retired list because they will no longer receive special bundle pricing.  They will only be priced as individual items.  If you want a bundle, purchase it from the current catalogs to ensure the 10% savings listed.



To Order  


1.  Orders over $150 (not including tax and shipping), qualify for shopping rewards. This is free merchandise you select from the current catalogs and add to your order.

2.  If the purchases on your Wish List are over $100, the $99 Starter Kit is one way to save on your purchase today.  And save even more on future orders.  You can order $125 worth of product for $99.  After your initial $99 order for merchandise you select from anything in the current catalogs, place an order for the remainder of your Wish List as a demonstrator, and save 20% on your purchases as a demonstrator.  Need help building your shopping list? Contact me, and we'll work through your starter kit order together. 

3.  Place an on-line order through my Stampin' Up! store - 24/7 Shopping.  I would love to be your Stampin' Up! demonstrator if you don't already have one.  Let me know if you need an Occasions Catalog. 

4.  Clearance Rack items - while quantities last.


5.  Order current or previous Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits. 


Enjoy!



Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

Private Classes for 1 or a small group of friends:  http://cardmaking.meetup.com/71/

Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Stampin' Up! Color Revamp coming with June 1 New Catalog


Stampin' Up! Color Revamp




Stampin' Up last updated its core colors in 2013.  They plan to update colors every three to five years to keep our colors fresh and current.  Colors will be updated with the release of the 2018-2019 annual catalog, and we thought you would like to know now.

Future color up dates will continue to include the In Color offering, which updates five new In Colors each year and the new In Colors are available for two years.

Color revamp in a nutshell

  - Keeping 27 of the existing core colors
  - 13 core colors are going away
  - adding 10 new core colors
  - adding 6 returning In Colors that will now be core colors (colors offered in the past that will now be available again)

One additional change coming:  New ink pad & cases.  Why would we change the cases?  The cases manufacturing mold was about to expire.  We can only use a mold a limited number of times before we need to replace it, so we had to decide if we wanted to order more of the same molds or try to improve the design.  Stampin' Up! choose to improve it.  Choosing to do this at the same times as the color revamp means stampers only need to invest in changes once -- especially demonstrators who want to stay current.  

What's better about the new stamp pad case?  Less confusing to open.  Tighter fit between the lid and the base, which helps insure the lid doesn't accidentally become disconnected.  Stackable, which means they are easier to store and transport.  And, improved labels and stickers.  The pads will still fit in the color caddy, just not as tightly as the previously ink pad style.  The ink is being improved as well.  A defoamer will be added to reduce ink bubbles and more evenly coat ink on the stamp giving you a smoother, solid look.  Additionally Archival Ink will no longer be part of our ink offering.  Basic Gray will now be offered in Classic Ink.  Your best options for black ink are the Tuxedo Black Memento Pad and Jet Black StazOn Pad.  

Colors Going Away


Turning to the Color Revamp, Stampin' Up! is replacing these core colors.  




These 2016-2018 In Colors will also retire May 31.  These are the colors that Stampin' Up! replaces every two years to keep the colors fresh. 




New Colors 


When the June catalog is released Stampin' Up! is adding 5 new In Colors, as expected.  The color revamp will add ten new core colors, and 6 colors are returning and are being added to the core colors.  Also, Whisper White, Very Vanilla and Basic Black are a new color category called Basics, giving us space for three more colors.  Take a look at the new lineup of colors planned with the release of the Annual Catalog.  For a larger image, click the image.    

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The ten new core colors are being added include:


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The 6 returning colors that will become new Core Colors include:


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I'm thrilled with these returning new Core Colors.  Mint Macaron was one of my all-time favorite In Colors and I was terribly sad when it retired.  I love that I can use it again!  

Start your wish list today and plan to add these new colors to your order when the June catalog is released.  The new catalog is right around the corner and if you're like me, you'll want time to look through your retired stash to see if you have any of these returning Core Colors, and start to budget for new items we know we all need.  

Last-Chance Product Lists



To view all of the retiring products, visit my online store.  This is your best source to see if the product you want is still available.  As items sell out, they will no longer be listed in my online store.  

To download the .pdf versions click the links below each image below.  



To Order  


1.  Orders over $150 (not including tax and shipping), qualify for shopping rewards. This is free merchandise you select from the current catalogs and add to your order.  Retiring items are eligible for Stampin' Rewards with qualifying $150+ orders.

2.  If the purchases on your Wish List are over $100, the $99 Starter Kit is one way to save on your purchase today.  And save even more on future orders.  You can order $125 worth of product for $99. 

3.  Place an order through my Stampin' Up store - 24/7.  Items that have already sold out will not display on the on-line store.

To stay up-to-date with card ideas, subscribe to my blog, register on my Meetup site or follow me on Instagram.

Enjoy!



Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

Private Classes for 1 or a small group of friends:  http://cardmaking.meetup.com/71/

Monday, April 09, 2018

Announcing the Stampin' Up! Last Chance List for the 2017-2018 annual catalog and Occasions Catalog


Stampin' Up! Last Chance List


It's here!  The Stampin' Up! Last-Chance lists are now available for you to download.  Through May 31 or until supplies last.  Why do you care?  In preparation for the new Stampin' Up! catalog coming out June 1, you'll want to know which items will not be carried over in the new catalog so you have time to plan your purchases before these wonderful items are gone.  That list is now here!  Scroll down to see.                






But don't delay!  There are items that tend to sell out as quickly.  Most of the items on the Last-Chance list are only available until they are gone. Retiring items may be added to any order or as a stand-alone order.  Due to high demand for retiring stamp sets, retiring stamp sets will be guaranteed available until May 25; all other products are not guaranteed and are only available while supplies last. 


Last-Chance Product Lists



To view all of the retiring products, visit my online store.

If you would like to download the retired lists, I've added the .pdf versions for download on my BOX account.  If you do not have a BOX account, you can sign up for a free account.  Download the lists at the links below each photo.





Retiring In Colors  Usually the first items to sell out are any items in the 2016-2018 In Colors:  Stamp pads, reinkers, cardstock, Stampin' Write Markers, and coordinating embellishments.  These are the colors Stampin' Up! carries for only 2 years to keep the color line fresh.  Order these items fast as they go first.  Jump on line and order now if you want any items in the retiring In Color list before they sell out.  



Color Refresh:  Stampin' Up is refreshing its colors and retiring, not only the 2016-1018 In Colors, but these colors, which you'll see on the retired product list.  That means, the cardstock, ink pads, reinkers and coordinating accessories are retiring.  Order your favorites ink pads, reinkers and cardstock before they're gone. 

Retiring colors:

  • Always Artichoke
  • Chocolate Chip
  • Elegant Eggplant
  • Island Indigo
  • Marina Mist
  • Perfect Plum
  • Pink Pirouette
  • Rose Red
  • Soft Sky
  • Tangerine Tango
  • Tempting Turquoise
  • Wild Wasabi
  • Wisteria Wonder
Along with 4 retiring in-colors
  • Dapper Denim
  • Emerald Envy
  • Flirty Flamingo (will be staying and moving to one of the color families)
  • Peekaboo Peach
  • Sweet Sugarplum

As always, some of your favorite colors from past years might return to the refreshed color list, so you might want to hang on to your favorites from past years.  There will be more announcements about the color refresh when the new catalog is available to customers June 2, but look over the Last-Chance list for clues.  This will affect the assortment bundles these retiring colors are part of as well, such as ink pads & reinkers, Stampin' Write Markers, and paper packs.

Bundles:  Other common items to sell out are bundles.  Bundles of stamp set and coordinating dies, which sell for 10% off in the current catalogs, will not carry that discount to the new catalog released June 1.  View all current bundles here, and get your favorite before they sell out.



To Order  


1.  Orders over $150 (not including tax and shipping), qualify for shopping rewards. This is free merchandise you select from the current catalogs and add to your order.  Retiring items are eligible for Stampin' Rewards with qualifying $150+ orders.

2.  If the purchases on your Wish List are over $100, the $99 Starter Kit is one way to save on your purchase today.  And save even more on future orders.  You can order $125 worth of product for $99. 

3.  Place an order through my Stampin' Up store - 24/7.  Items that have already sold out will not display on the on-line store.

To stay up-to-date with card ideas, subscribe to my blog, register on my Meetup site or follow me on Instagram.

Enjoy!



Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

Private Classes for 1 or a small group of friends:  http://cardmaking.meetup.com/71/