Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Changing To New Stamp Organizers ...

For a variety of reasons, I have decided to transfer my current stamp set to the new Stamp & Die Organizers #167772.  My reasoning is space with hubby "considering" retirement in a year or two.  He has been saying retirement in 2 years for a few years so unsure when a year or two actually is :) 

While the new stamp sets & dies moving forward with new products will arrive to you in the new Organizers, I did a little "thing" for changing from the current "DVD" style to the new "envelope" style organizer.

I wanted to have a description insert with stamp/die images so I "copied" the current insert from the "DVD" style onto 8-½" x 11" paper.  While not a "perfect" insert and not exact to the new inserts this does the trick for me.


#1 - After I copied, I placed the copy on my Trimmer with the 11" side against the top. Since this is regular copy/printer paper I very carefully ran the score piece over the paper about 4 times.

#2 - I then found the score line and proceeded to make the fold in half.

#3 - Next I placed the folder copy onto the Trimmer & looking from left to right, with the raw edge at about the 1st "tick" mark on the "inches" line.  You can see in the photo #3 where I have it aligned.  It is just over the valley on the Trimmer - on the right side of the valley.

#4 - You may want to trim this small amount off of that raw edge for an easier fit into the new "Organizer".  I found trimming just shy of ¼" made the fit nice and easy to slide into the "Organizer".

#5 - I have placed my insert into the new Stamp Organizer with the stamp set between the folded piece.

The new stamp sets & dies will have an insert that is folded at the top but this works for me. I could have used the current inserts from the "DVD" style cases but I wanted full coverage inside the new storage.

The new "Stamp & Die Organizers" will be available November 4th.  They will come 10 to a pack for $16.00 USD.  If you prefer the current "DVD" style they will also be offered online for purchase.

Please let me know if you have any questions :) 

Happy creating,





Monday, October 27, 2025

Let's Use Current & Retired Products ...

With so many choices we always have Retired Products on hand so let's use some along with some current products to create a fun fold card.

The Retired products I used are Regal Flora Cling Stamp Set #164152, Regal Winter 12"x12" DSP #164155 & Stampin' Write Markers with the following colors, Bubble Bath, Pretty in Pink, Highland Heather & Gorgeous Grape.

The Stampin' Write Markers are available as of the date of this post in the Last Chance category.  I love these markers are there is a "brush" tip and a "nib" tip.  I use the "nib" tip for journaling and addressing envelopes.  The "brush" tip is perfect for placing color on the Cling (red rubber) stamps.  I will post a clickable link for the Stampin' Write markers at the end of this post.  I have been using them for a couple years and have not had any go dry.  They are the same ink formula as the Classic Stampin' Pad and a perfect match to those.

Current products used as listed below with clickable links.

Let's make this card and here are the measurements & directions.

* Cardbase: 5-½" x 11" ~ Score @ 2", 3-¾", 7-¼" & 9"
* Greeting tab: cut for your specific greeting (3 pieces - ¼" border)
   (ie: mine are 1-¼" x 3-⅛", 1-¾" x 3-⅝" & 2-¼" x 4-⅛")
* DSP: 2 @ 1-¾" x 5-¼" & 2 @ 1-½" x 5-¼" 
* Inside: 3-¼" x 5-¼"

After folding the score lines, attach pieces as follows.

* Adhere the 2 larger DSP "mats" to the far left & far right panels as shown
* Adhere the 2 smaller DSP "mats" to the inside panels as shown
* Adhere the 3-¼" x 5-¼" to the inside, center of the card for sentiment
*The sentiment piece should be adhered to the left most panels only

I used the Stampin' Write markers mentioned in the beginning of this post on my cling (red rubber) stamp for the image placed on the inside.

Brushed Brass Butterflies are placed on the front panels & sentiment.

Please reach out if any questions and Happy creating,


Last Chance Stampin' Write Markers
2024-2026 In Color https://bit.ly/4cky2bh
2025-2027 In Color https://bit.ly/4czcjxa

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Regarding October Newsletter & Current Events ...

Hi everyone,

I won't be putting out a Newsletter this month as I have been away on vacation and prepping for my husband's foot surgery that is happening in a couple of day.  I appreciate your understanding so much.

However, there are a lot of thing happening right now with Stampin' Up! 

Currently there is an awesome KITS SALE happening.  I will post the link for the KITS PAGE at the end of this post.  Remember, this sale is from today, October 6th through October 8th.  Products are available while supplies last so if you have something on your Wish List or in your cart don't delay.


Also, something new are CRAFT CLASSES.  The upcoming class, Traditions of Christmas #170073 is available to purchase now.  The class will be Live streamed in an exclusive FB group at 2PM (MT).  It will also be available with Video on Demand if you are unable to catch the event Live.  There will be tips and tricks for cardmaking, memory keeping and more.  The product that will be used for the event is Traditions of Christmas Suite Collection #165877 but you are not required to purchase this Suite for the class.  You may want parts of the Suite or have a collection you wish to use as you follow along learning those tips and tricks.  I will post links at the end of this post.


       

And, don't forget the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar.  I have seen the products and they are quite nice an fun.  Link posted at the end of this post along with the others.


Also, don't forget you also earn 10% of your product paid subtotal on every order in Stampin' Rewards.  Be sure you are signed up to earn - it costs you nothing to join.

Please reach out to me with any questions as I am always happy to help.  

Happy creating,







Kits Sale Oct 6 - OCT 8, 2025: https://bit.ly/3IWsXMG

Traditions of Christmas Class: https://bit.ly/46VvBdL
Traditions of Christmas Suite Collection: https://bit.ly/4gWvH9u 
Traditional Labels Bundle: https://bit.ly/4mPEcED
Christmas Greenery Bundle: https://bit.ly/3WpNVXt
Traditional Labels Stamp Set: https://bit.ly/46UxXth
Traditional Labels Die Set: https://bit.ly/4nCiHbB
Christmas Greenery Stamp Set: https://bit.ly/42Y0OvC
Christmas Greenery Die Set: https://bit.ly/3IOSDeo
Traditions of Christmas 12"x12" DSP: https://bit.ly/4pQc9aS
Traditions of Christmas 12"x12" Specialty DSP + Sticker Sheet: https://bit.ly/4oeIIOl 
Traditional Sparkling Sequins: https://bit.ly/3VV3Blw
Traditional Wreath 3D Embossing Folder: https://bit.ly/48Ostms
Real Red Shiny Ribbon: https://bit.ly/3VWr5GP  
Keeping Traditions Christmas Scrapbooking Workshop: https://bit.ly/4miDvEA 

12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar: https://bit.ly/46EqApM