Last Day for 2X Rewards & Glass Mat Studio Update

 

Hello and happy weekend!  I just wanted to update you on something I discovered today.  Our awesome Glass Mat Studio bundle is NOT in the new 2025-2026 Annual Catalog.  I looked in the index, as well as through the catalog, and I do not see it. This is sad...because this craft room tool is one of the most awesome tools ever! I will say that I am not sure if this item will be on the Online Exclusives category or not, but  with today being the LAST DAY to earn 2X Rewards for your order, you may want to consider checking this bundle out.  It is listed at $ 60 (and that is a bit pricey I know), but today you will earn back $ 12.00 to use on your next order.  In addition, ANY size order from my online store will get you TWO great gifts from me.  I can promise you that the 2 gifts I send will be worth approximately $ 20 retail.

This Glass Mat Studio is an often overlooked tool, but let me tell you, I love mine.   Here's what's included and some general information.

The Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio is a paper crafter’s dream! The heavy-duty glass mat comes printed with a ruler and grid lines for easy measuring, while the large surface space gives ample room for spreading out while paper crafting. The safety-tempered glass has a heat and scratch resistant surface that wipes clean with the included cloth and water—no chemicals needed. The reusable cloth also cleans ink off your stamps! The nonslip, heat resistant, waterproof silicone mat features four palette squares for mixing custom ink colors or for holding small ink spots in place while crafting. Each component can be used separately, or you can use all three items together for a multipurpose paper crafting studio that’s both functional and elegant.  The larger square on the silicone mat holds an ink pad without moving. This is great if you're doing ink blending on your project.

The Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio (# 163987) includes: 

 GLASS MAT
* 5 mm thick
* 17" x 14" (43.2 x 35.6 cm)
* Safety-tempered
* Heat and scratch resistant
* Wipes clean with water or alcohol

SILICONE MAT
* 8-3/8" x 6" (21.3 x 15.2 cm)
* Multi Use, non slip
* Waterproof, heat resistant
* 4 palette squares for custom-color mixing or holding Stampin’ Spots
* Product color: white

CLEANING CLOTH
* 8-1/4" x 8-1/4" (21 x 21 cm)
* Durable, reusable
* Lint free
* Cleans stamps and other surfaces with only water
* Product color: dark gray

Since today is the last day for 2X Rewards when you shop, I wanted to remind you of that, and also let you know about this wonderful crafting tool.  If you would like to place an order, please click on the shopping link to the right.

Enjoy your weekend!  Hope you get to do something fun! 😍

NEW Stampin' Up! News !

Hello,

Our NEW 2025-2026 Annual Catalog goes live on May 6th. By now, if you are on my mailing list, your catalog should have arrived. If not, please let me know. 

This post is all about updates from our home office. I'll start with one of our new In Colors named Cloud Cover. Cloud Cover is still not meeting our expectations, and a decision has been made by the home office. Read on to learn more:

The Latest on Cloud Cover Ink 

The clouds have parted, and we have more to share about our new In Color, Cloud Cover. On March 18, we announced we wouldn’t release the Cloud Cover Classic Stampin’ Pad (165284) and Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill (165279) with our 2025–2026 Annual Catalog preorder. This was due to unforeseen quality issues—the ink color was shifting beyond our quality parameters.  Since our initial announcement, we’ve been hard at work researching the matter. Here’s what we know: 

• A chemical reaction between our Cloud Cover ink formula and the chemical makeup of the firm foam used in our Classic Stampin’ Pads has been determined to be the cause of the color shift.  
• Such a reaction is rare, but the chemistry can play tricks, even after development and our rigorous quality testing.  
• Because this was an unforeseen issue, we are unable to predict when the shift in color will occur. In one batch of pads, the color accuracy met quality standards. In another, the shift is too significant to pass our tests. Because we pride ourselves on offering beautiful coordinating colors, this inconsistency simply won’t do. Therefore, we will not release Cloud Cover Classic Stampin’ Pads to customers.  However, we will release it to Demonstrators, with the following criteria:

We’ve decided to make the Cloud Cover Classic Stampin’ Pads available to demonstrators ONLY, at least while current inventory lasts. All items will be sold AS IS, and all sales will be final.  We realize this response is far from typical, but we’ve found many reasons why it makes sense. So is there an option for customers?  Absolutely!  We offer smaller "Stampin' Spots" in our catalogs. These are about 1 inch square and the pads on the spots are not the same pads used for our regular size ink pads. Therefore, we WILL offer our new Cloud Cover Ink in a Stampin' Spot for everyone, including customers.

So how do you get the Cloud Cover Stampin' Spot?  On page 33 of the new catalog, there's a Small Assortment 1 that has Cloud Cover included.  If you don't want to get the assortment, you will be able to purchase the Cloud Cover Ink Refill (#165279) and a package of Un-inked Stampin' Spots (#141822) and create your own spot.  In addition, the Cloud Cover marker is included in the new 2025-2026 In Color Marker set and you can ink your stamps with the brush end of the marker. This technique works well with red rubber cling stamps. The Cloud Cover cardstock is just fine, and we apologize for all the quality issues on this really cool color.  

Get Notified!

Starting now, if an item is out of stock when you order, a box will pop up to ask if you want to be notified when it's back in stock. Your email address would be entered at the prompt and when the item returns, you will receive an email notifying you of this.  If the product goes out of stock again, you will have to sign up again to be notified.

Celebrate National Scrapbooking Day with 2 X Rewards!

The global crafting community will be celebrating National Scrapbooking day on May 3, and we're joining in the fun by offering you 2X Stampin' Rewards for 2 days!  Make sure you have an account set up and that you opted into the receive Rewards. This applies to ALL products except Paper Pumpkin subscriptions. The dates for 2X the Rewards are May 2 and May 3 ONLY. 

BONUS for Ordering!  During the month of May, I am going through my inventory and I'm finding really awesome goodies to share with YOU! I have embellishments, ribbon, stamps, dies and punches, and even some designer series papers to GIVE AWAY. I just can't keep it all and I'm busting at the seams of my craft room.  Place an order in May and I will send you TWO gifts !  I reserve the right to choose what I send but I can guarantee that these items will be new or gently used.  I haven't crafted much since last October, so many of my supplies are still in their original packaging and not used. I hope you take advantage of my special ordering bonus for May; there is no minimum order requirement to receive a bonus gift.

Ready to earn 2X Rewards?  PLUS 2 BONUS GIFTS from me? Click the Shop button to the right.

Join My Team and get MORE FREE STUFF!

Anyone who signs up to be a demonstrator from May 6 to May 31 will get to choose $ 165 in product for just $ 99! Your Starter Kit is what YOU CHOOSE to make it. Pick items from any current catalog, or any of the Online Exclusives or a combination of both.  You do NOT have to hold classes, you can join my team as a hobby demonstrator and earn up to a 25% discount on products you already love.  You might also earn a little extra cash while you're at it.  Your Starter Kit will include a FREE Paper Pumpkin kit as well, and everything is shipped to you absolutely FREE.  You'll get a box of catalogs to share with your friends and who knows? They might decide they want to host a party. I can help you with any questions you have, so don't hesitate to ask.

If you're ready to check out joining my team, click on the JOIN link to the right. Wait until May 6 though, so you will get the extra products in your Starter Kit.  

Soon I'll have some photos of products coming in our new catalog. In the meantime, have a beautiful day and thanks for stopping by.

 

New Kits & Online Exclusives !

 Hello and happy Tuesday friends. A new month is here and at Stampin' Up! not only do we have two new kits, we have some new Online Exclusives too! March is springing into action for those of us that love to create and share what we love with others.  There's no better time than right now to check these new items out and see if you don't agree.

Here's a breakdown of what's happening at Stampin' Up!

Welcoming Garden Kit

Create your own charming, garden-themed cards with the Welcoming Garden Kit. Featuring precut, colorful flowers and unique garden gates, this all-inclusive kit is perfect for crafting a heartfelt thank-you card or a note to say a friendly hello.

DETAILS
- Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
- Folded card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.5 x 14.9 cm)
- Colors: Basic Black, Berry Burst, Calypso Coral, Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Garden Green, Granny Apple Green, Gray Granite, Highland Heather, Lemon Lime Twist, Pecan Pie, Pool Party
- Also available in French.

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Welcoming Garden Photopolymer Stamp Set
- Clear stamp block
- Crumb Cake Classic Stampin’ Spot™
- Step-by-step instructions
- 9 printed envelopes
- Adhesive
- A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed box for storage or crafting on the go

 Maritime Moments Kit

Let your creativity set sail with the Maritime Moments Kit. Drift in the soothing watercolors and costal imagery of these cards that can be either feminine or masculine. With printed sentiments, twine, and a stamp set of nautical images, this kit comes with everything you need to make cards for your favorite sailors.

DETAILS
- Makes 6 cards: 2 each of 3 designs
- Folded card size: 4.3" x 5.5" (10.8 x 14 cm)
- Colors: Balmy Blue, Cajun Craze, Garden Green, Granny Apple Green, Gray Granite, Night of Navy, Pecan Pie, Pool Party
- Sentiments printed in Dutch, English, French, and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Maritime Moments Photopolymer Stamp Set
- Clear stamp block
- Gray Granite Classic Stampin’ Spot™
- Step-by-step instructions
- 6 printed envelopes
- Adhesive
- A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed box for storage or crafting on the go

NEW Online Exclusives !   Here's some of my favorites!

  Lovely Garden Suite

 Botanical Textures Suite

 You Are Remarkable Stamp set

If you are placing an order, please use my current MARCH HOST CODE when prompted at checkout.  Y22XF344

ALL orders receive a free gift from me, and I am adding a special BONUS GIFT also.  It will be something really good. 

There are many changes coming up with Stampin' Up! including information of Paper Pumpkin, changes to our Rewards program (for the better) as well as ordering online.  We are in the middle of a new digital platform re-vamp and I'll be sending information on that in a couple of weeks.  In the meantime, please feel free to browse my online store for new kits, new online exclusives and new products.  

If you are not on my mailing list and would like me to reserve your copy of our new 2025-2026 Annual catalog, please click the Request Catalog tab at the top. Send me your contact information and I'll be sure to add you to my catalog mailing list. 

Thanks for stopping by.  I appreciate your support. Enjoy your day!

Sale-a-bration Continues & More !

Hello friends,

Well, the first month of our Sale-a-bration promotion has passed, and we now have 22 days left before it's gone.  Just in time, we have released several MORE products that you can get free with a qualifying order!  That's not all!  We've added some new kits, new online exclusives and, the Clearance Rack has been updated with items that will be (or already are) retired.  Here's the scoop on everything happening at Stampin' Up!

MORE Sale-a-bration freebies!

Just take a peek at all these additional cool items that you can get free with a qualifying order! These items will pop up on the Sale-a-bration section after you've entered your ordered items, so all you need to do is click on whatever you want to choose, and they will be added to your shopping cart. 

Two NEW Kits!

Take a peek at the two new kits we've added!  So Much to Celebrate and Heirloom Arrangements.  

So Much to Celebrate Kit (#165011)

This kit is perfect for a graduation, wedding, or welcoming a new baby. Nothing says "I'm thinking of you" quite like a handmade card, made by you with lots of love! With the all-inclusive So Much to Celebrate Kit featuring gold foil details, precut flowers, and puffy stickers, you can make beautiful cards to celebrate any occasion. The kit makes 9 cards (3 each of 3 designs and 2 different sizes), including printed instructions, 9 printed envelopes, puffy stickers, gold foil and adhesive.

Heirloom Arrangements Kit (#165007)

Do you love the convenience of crafting with an all-inclusive kit but wish it offered a little more wiggle room for creativity? Then the Heirloom Arrangements Kit is perfect for you! With detailed vintage designs, eight card options, and instructions, you can let your creativity shine and still have everything you need for your projects right at your fingertips.  This kit makes 8 cards (one each of 8 designs), including a stamp set, clear block, Pecan Pie Stampin’ Spot, printed instructions, 8 printed envelopes, precut elements, specialty vellum and adhesive. There's so much to love about this kit!

Clearance Rack Refresh

Items in the Last Chance list (including Clearance Rack items) continue to stay in the online store until they are gone, but the company will continue to evaluate and reduce prices on select items as needed. Here’s a look at the discounted products added to the Clearance Rack this week:

These are just some of the items that have been added, but it’s a good idea to check out the full list of products in the Last Chance offering to see if your favorites have discounts. To see all of the items in my online store just click on the SHOP button to the right.

If you are placing an order, be sure to use my host code when prompted at checkout: XRCPHUFH  

However, if your order is $ 150 before tax & shipping, do NOT use my host code because you'll get 10% in free product for yourself.

As a reminder, all orders of any amount will receive a free gift. In addition, my referral program started in January so all you need to do to take advantage of that is send this email to a friend and let me know who you sent it to. If that person orders, you will both receive a free gift from me. 

A lot is happening in the Stampin' Up! world, and I'm very happy to show you what's next. Soon, we will have another new annual catalog to share but until then, the Clearance Rack, Last Chance Items, Online Exclusives and FREE Sale-a-bration offerings, along with a special "join my team" offer, there are plenty of things to be excited about.  During Sale-a-bration (ends Feb 28) we are offering an additional 

$ 30 in free product, OR the option to choose TWO Classic Marker sets and a stamp set, which brings your joining offer to over $ 200 in free product instead of the usual $ 125. Call or email me today for details! Or you can click on the JOIN link to the right.

Thank you for supporting me in my small business.  I really appreciate you choosing me as your Stampin' Up demonstrator.  Please contact me with any questions or concerns and enjoy this beautiful day!

 

New Mini Catalog, Sale-a-bration & Scrapbooking Brochure

 The time has arrived!  I'm so excited to share our new Spring Mini, Sale-a-bration promotion as well as our new Scrapbooking brochure!  The scrapbooking brochure is a separate publication now, but our future annual catalog will have all our scrapbooking supplies included. How fun is that?

Be sure to check out all the catalogs on my blog here.  You can easily browse and shop all at the same time. If you are thinking of placing an order, please use my host code (found on the right side panel in red) and insert the host code at checkout.  All January orders will receive a FREE gift from me in February.  

Also, this year I am starting a new Referral Program too! I have several bonuses for those that choose me as their demonstrator, so be sure to read all about them by clicking the appropriate tabs located at the top of this page.

Sale-a-bration is our biggest sale of the year and it starts now and ends on February 28.  With every qualified order (either $ 60 or $ 120 before tax & shipping), you can choose a FREE item from the Sale-a-bration brochure. There's a lot of fun items to choose from too, so be sure to check it out. 

During Sale-a-bration, you can also join my Desert Inkspirations team too!  You'll get a great addtional bonus for signing up. Don't worry, you do not have to hold classes at all; you can join as a hobby demonstrator and just get all the perks and up to a 25% discount on products you love.  Here's how it works:

• OPTION 1 - Get $125 of product for $99 PLUS your choice of TWO marker sets from Stampin' Up!'s Stampin' Write Marker Assortments (Brights, Neutrals, Regals, Subtles) AND an exclusive stamp set design to work with them, OR
• OPTION 2 - $125 of product for $99 PLUS your choice of an additional $30 of free product.

WOW! Two great choices to join my team and get a discount on every order you place. As a demonstrator, you'll get invited to online events, see new catalogs and get to pre-order before anyone else, and be a part of a fun group of ladies who just enjoy crafting! I live in Missouri now, and most of my team is in Arizona. But that doesn't matter because stamp camps are held in person there, and we attend here virtually.  We always have so much fun. I would love to have you be a part of our fun group!  If you think you might be interested, or just have questions, feel free to contact me and I am happy to set aside a time to chat.  I'd love to meet you!

In addition to the new Mini and Scrapbooking brochure, be sure to check out our new Online Exclusives.  These items will never be in any catalog so that we can offer them to you for a longer period, or until they run out. When you click on my Shop button, you'll see the category there.

There's a lot of new and exciting things happening at Stampin' Up!  I can't wait to show you more.  Until then, enjoy your day and thanks for stopping by today.  💖

Happy New Year!

 Hello friends!  This is my first post for 2025.  I sure hope you all had a fantastic Christmas with loving family and friends.  I also wish for each and every one of you a very healthy and happy New Year. It seems to some, that 2024 was filled with a lot of uncertainty, and questions arose for a multitude of things. Personally, for me, 2024 was okay until October when my husband Dale had two strokes.  He's been through so much and he just recently came home two days after Christmas.  Having him home is a blessing for sure, but he still has a very long way to go.  He has in home health care now, and it's just the beginning of many more questions and concerns, with more things happening that have nothing to do with his strokes.  Our lives have changed; I will now be taking on the role of full-time care giver.  Needless to say, I will do my very best but I'm learning that one cannot take this role too lightly.  You change the time you get to shower, do laundry, talk to friends and as you can tell, I have not posted here since December 14th. It's going to be online shopping for items needed like groceries, with those being delivered since I can't leave the house much.  I thank God every day for my neighbors; I've had to call them once already and I'm learning it's ok to ask for help.  That's hard for me but I'm learning. I also thank God for my daughter and grand daughter, who took time out of their lives to come stay with us when he first came home. I don't know what I would have done had I been alone those first few days. God's blessings and grace are amazing! I am looking forward to Dale's healing and therapy progress and mysteries answered so he can enjoy his life. Here's to a safe, healthy New Year for everyone!

I also want to take this opportunity to let you know that this year, I am starting a Referral Program. I have written emails to all my customers explaining the program and I have created a tab above with all the details. With 2024 having so many costs go up for many items (most items I would imagine), I felt the need to start this program to help keep my Stampin' Up! business fruitful for both me and my customers (new and current).  Everyone wins with this program, so I hope you decide to try it.

Starting January 7, we will also have a new Mini catalog and our best promotion of the year!  Our Sale-a-bration promotion begins with the new catalog.  The annual catalog is still current as well, so any order from either the annual or the new mini, gets you a FREE item from the Sale-a-bration catalog with a qualifying order.  For an order of $ 60 (before tax and shippng), you get to choose a FREE item from the Sale-a-bration catalog.  If your order is $ 120, you get to choose TWO FREE items (or choose a more expensive free item).  I will have the new mini and Sale-a-bration catalogs here on my blog for you to see and shop from, once January 7 arrives.  If you would like a copy of the two new catalogs, please click the tab "Request catalogs" above and I'll get them to you right away.

Be sure to also check out the other tabs including Ordering Bonus and Rewards Program. These specials allow you to shop and earn free stamps and my bonuses.

Thank you for your support. I am honored and blessed to know you and I wish you the best in 2025.

Team Challenge Cards Part 2

Hello and happy day to you!  Today I am sharing my team challenge card from our December team meeting.  I have not yet received the rest of the cards to show you, so today I'll share mine:

Here's my card:

My inspiration came from Dawn at DOstamping with Dawn, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.  Her card had a square instead of circles, but my challenge was to use circles, metallic and ribbon or twine.  I love how this card turned out. It's almost exactly like Dawn's except for the circles, but in stamping it's great that we can "case" (copy and share everything) when we see a design we love. 

I've listed the supplies below. Feel free to click on any items to add them to your shopping cart if you like.  My current Host Code is to the right in red, and I'm still giving away a few FREE GIFTS for any size order this month.  I'd love it if you would place an order to help me reach my goal.

Next month we will have a new Mini Catalog along with our yearly Sale-a-bration promotion.  You get to choose FREE items with qualifying orders.  More on that soon, but if you want to get yourself a catalog, be sure to click on the "request a catalog" tab at the top of my page.  When I can order them, I can order a set for you as well.  

Thank you for stopping by today.  I hope you have a fantastic weekend!

Product List

Peaceful Evergreens Bundle

[164025]

$59.25

Shepherd's Care Cling Stamp Set (English)

[164300]

$26.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$13.00

Season Of Elegance 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[164144]

$16.50

Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[150880]

$11.50

Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150083]

$9.00

Brushed Gold 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

[102935]

$7.95

Blooming Pearls

[162238]

$8.00

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