I believe this app is only available for iOS devices, so if you have an Android device this app will not be available to you.
How To Calculate:
1. Enter the dimensions of the sheet you will be cutting.
2. Enter the size you want cut.
3. View layout options.
4. Pick your favorite.
If you have an iOS device, check it out! It’s saved me some paper a few times! Happy stamping!
Wendy
XOXO
All of the stamps are manufactured by Stampin’ Up! and packaged in a plastic case with the name of the set and the images on the spine for quick reference.
First up is the Classic Rubber stamp. They are made of high-quality red rubber and are ideal for detailed images and are mounted in two different options. There is the wood-mount that comes with the maple wood blocks for permanent mounting and the clear-mount which mount separately on clear blocks for stamping. The clear blocks come in many different sizes and they are sold separately.
Next is the Photopolymer stamp. These transparent stamps are ideal for precision placement and are also mounted on the clear blocks. When using these stamps it is best to use the Stamping Pierce Mat as a base. The mat provides a cushion underneath your stamp which helps to get a cleaner stamped image. These stamps are great for two-step stamping, repeat patterns, and accurate alignment. You can also have fun with them and position a bunch on a clear block for a fun pattern.
Hope this answers any questions that you may have had about the kinds of stamps that Stampin’ Up! has to offer. If you’d like to see more, or place an order, please click here.
Happy stamping!
Wendy
XOXO
Hope you all have a relaxing Mother’s Day and maybe you’re even lucky enough to get some crafting time!
Wendy
XOXO
I also wanted to share the back of my card with you. Stampin’ Up! is releasing with the new catalog a stamp set called Make a Difference. This stamp set has lots of wonderful letters and small phrases that you can use on the back of your cards. This set will be a definite “go to” for me and is going to have a permanent place on my desk! This is a MUST HAVE stamp set. You will be able to order after June 1st for your own personal collection.
Hope you enjoyed this card and happy stamping!
Wendy
XOXO
My card was inspired by Shelly Godby, a fellow Stampin’ Up! demonstrator using the new Love What You Do stamp set. Thank you, Shelly!
Below is a list of the products I used to create this card.
Happy stamping,
Wendy
XOXO
Happy stamping,
Wendy
XOX
Hello stamping friends! Well, I think we can say that it’s finally spring here in Pennsylvania. It’s been a long winter with snow still coming our way in April. Below is a pic of my calendar page for May. Hope you enjoy and are inspired to get outside and plant some flowers!
As always, happy stamping!
Wendy
XOXO
Stamp Set:
Picture Perfect Birthday (clear 145519)
Ink:
Memento Tuxedo Black (132708)
Lemon Lime Twist (144086)
Daffodil Delight (126944)
Peekaboo Peach (141398)
Bermuda Bay (131171)
Berry Burst (144083)
Paper (including cutting dimensions):
Bermuda Bay Cardstock (131197) cut at 4-1/4” x 11” and scored at 2-3/4” and 5-1/2”
Basic Black Cardstock (121045) cut at 3-1/4” x 10” and scored at 2-3/4” and 5-1/2”;
2 1/8” square (1)
Whisper White Cardstock (100730) 2-1/4” square; 2-1/2” x 3” (2); 3” x 4-1/4”
and scraps.
Picture Perfect Party DSP – 3″ x 2-1/4″
Accessories:
SNAIL Adhesive (104332)
Stampin’ Trimmer (126889)
Bone Folder (102300)
Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)
Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (144108)
Paper Snips (103579)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Hello stamping friends! I have lots of great information below for you explaining why Stampin’ Up! made changes to the ink pad case. As always, message me if you have any questions!
Why is the case being changed?
The case’s manufacturing mold was about to expire. SU can only use a mold a limited number of times before it needs to be replaced, so they decided to improve the case, at the same time of the color revamp, rather than order more of the same molds. This makes the changes in the most cost efficient manner for everyone.
What’s better about the case?
It’s less confusing to open. Opening the new ink pad is now more simple and intuitive. Just insert your thumb in the “lip” at the front of the case and lift it to open.
It will have a tighter fit between the lid and the base. With the new design, the lid doesn’t accidentally become disconnected which was a common problem with the old case style. With use, the lid will be easier to slide open and close.
They will be stackable! The ability to stack the cases makes them easier to store and transport. We designed a “nub” in each bottom corner that fits nicely into the “dimple” on the top of another case.
It will include improved labels and stickers. Such as:
The front label will be a cleaner, bolder design and larger color swatch, making it easier to see the ink’s color.
The case has a new color icon.
The case will continue to have color stickers that you can place on the end of each case to easily identify the ink’s color at a glance.
The case will also include a new color sticker that you can place on the inside of the pad, so you can easily distinguish the ink’s color when the case is open.
Is the ink different?
Yes! There has been a defoamer added to the ink ingredients because some of the old ink would sometimes bubble. This was especially true of the newer pads and with lighter colors. The added defoamer will: reduce ink bubbles, help you get an even coating of ink on the stamp, and help the stamped image have a smoother, solid look.
Another change is that the Archival Ink will no longer be a part of the ink offerings. Basic Gray will now be offered in Classic Ink. Your best options for black ink will be the Tuxedo Black Memento Pad and the Jet Black StazOn Pad.
Will there be a price change?
Yes, there will be a price increase. The pricing for an ink pad was $6.50 and has been increased to $7.50.
Will the updated stamp pad case fit in the Color Caddy?
Yes, it will still fit in the Color Caddy, just not as tightly. If you store the new ink pads in your caddy, you’ll want to be careful when rotating the caddy and not turn it too fast! You may have flying ink pads! Stampin’ Up! is also working on new storage solutions.
Check back here for periodic updates on the new ink pads. I will be sure to share any new information as we get it from Stampin’ Up! as the new ink pads are rolled out.
As always, message me if you have any questions.
Happy stamping!
Wendy
XOXO
Stampin’ Up! revealed over the weekend at OnStage that this is the year for a huge COLOR REVAMP! This means there will be new ink colors coming our way in addition to the new In Colors for 2018-2020 on June 1st. There are still four color collections, each with ten colors. There is also a new color group called Basics.
The new In Colors are pictured below on the left side and the current 2017-2019 In Colors are shown on the right.
We will also be gaining ten NEW colors.
Below is the whole color collection combined and how they will be reorganized. You will see a few familiar colors. There are six previous In Colors that are returning! They are: Mossy Meadow, Poppy Parade, Flirty Flamingo (recent In Color retiree), Coastal Cabana, Mint Macaron and Blackberry Bliss.
On May 31, 2018, these thirteen colors are retiring. If any of these colors are your favorites, I would suggest that you stock up on card stock and order any ink refills if you need them. Do not wait — these will go fast!
In addition to new colors — Stampin’ Up! has also redesigned the ink pads. The case is a new, more intuitive design and the formula of ink has been improved as well. Stay tuned for more details about the case and the ink formula. This is another blog post!
Below is a handy chart to help you budget and plan when to place your orders, so that you don’t miss out.
| PRODUCT | RETIRING COLOR(S) |
| Classic Stampin’ Pads | Guaranteed stock of old ink pad design through May 7, 2018; then, available while supplies last May 7–31, 2018 |
| Classic Stampin’ Pad Collections | While supplies last—through May 31, 2018 |
| Classic Stampin’ Ink Refills | Guaranteed stock through May 7, 2018; then, available while supplies last May 7–31, 2018 |
| Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill Collections | While supplies last—through May 31, 2018 |
| Single Color Cardstock (All sizes and colors) | While supplies last—through May 31, 2018 |
| Cardstock Packs, Collections, etc. (all sizes and colors) | While supplies last—through May 31, 2018 |
| Stampin’ Write Markers (2-pack, Collections, and Many Marvelous Markers) | While supplies last—through May 31, 2018 |
| Color Caddy | While supplies last—through May 31, 2018 |
| Color Embellishments | While supplies last—through May 31, 2018 |
I know this is a lot to take in, please message me if you have any questions about the new colors. I’m happy to answer your questions.
Until tomorrow, happy stamping!
Wendy
XOXO
It’s that time of year when Stampin’ Up! announces which items are retiring so that we can make way for new exciting products!
Below is a PDF of the items retiring from the All Occasion Catalog.
Below is a PDF of the retiring products from the 2017-2018 Annual Catalog.
You will notice that there are ink pads, refills and card stock on these retirement lists. Stampin’ Up! has announced that it is also time for a color revamp, which means there will be certain colors retiring and we will be adding some new colors! More details on the revamp tomorrow! Stay tuned…
FAIR WARNING! Most of the retiring items are WHILE SUPPLIES LAST, so if you see something that you really want, I would not wait. Items sell out quickly during this time. If you would like to place an order, please click here.
Please message me if you have any questions about the retirement list or need assistance placing an order.
Happy stamping!
Wendy
XOXO
Here is a pic of the card that we made this week. This card was CASED (copy and share) from another fellow demonstrator, Brandy Cox. Hope you enjoy!
Below is a list of the Stampin’ Up! products that I used for this card. If you’d like to make this card yourself and need any of the below products, head on over to here for shopping.
April is upon us and hopefully spring is around the corner. It snowed here yesterday in the northeast! Yes, it snowed! Like I said, hopefully spring is coming very very soon! Today I am sharing my April News with you all. Enjoy!!
This coming weekend, I will be attending Stampin’ Up!’s spring convention in Hartford, CT where I will get a sneak peek at the new 2018-2019 Annual Catalog! When I get back, and after they tell us we can share what we learned, I will be able to share it all with you!
While at the convention we will get to see the new In-Colors for 2018-2020. However, this means we are losing the 2016-2018 In-Colors (Dapper Denim, Emerald Envy, Flirty Flamingo, Peekaboo Peach and Sweet Sugarplum). If any of these colors are your favorites, consider stocking up on the card stock and especially the re-inkers for the ink pads. Once we get close to them retiring (which is the end of May), the card stock, ink pads, and re-inkers will go quickly. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND ordering them sooner rather than later if you need anything.
BIRTHDAY CLUB!
Are you on my birthday list? If not, you should be! I will send you a birthday card, with a special surprise! Send an email to me at wendymakes@gmail.com with your birth date and month to get on the list!
WATERFRONT CLASS!
I am offering a product based class featuring the Waterfront Stamp Set (on page 48 of the Occasions Catalog) Saturday, April 21st. This class will be product based, which means you will purchase the Waterfront stamp set, and we will get together (or if you’re not from this area, I will send you pdf instruction sheets) to make four projects that I have created with this set. The cost of class will be $27. This includes the stamp set, plus the supplies for the four projects that we will create. If you are out of the area, I will be happy to mail your package to you via priority mail for an additional $8. DEADLINE to register is April 14th.
UPCOMING CLASSES
04/03 – Mini-card class at Elizabethtown Library (9-10:30)
04/06 – OnStage/Hartford, CT – Stampin’ Up! Convention
04/10 – Mini-card class at Elizabethtown Library (9-10:30)
04/12 – DEADLINE to register for Card Class @ Mt. Gretna Craft Brewery
04/14 – Mini card Class at Alexander Family Library/Hummelstown (10:30-12:00)
04/14 – DEADLINE to register for Waterfront Stamp Set Class
04/15 – Card Class at Mt. Gretna Craft Brewery (1:00-3:00)
04/17 – Mini-card Class at Elizabethtown Library (9-10:30)
04/21 – Waterfront Stamp Set Class @ Hummelstown Library (10:30-2:30)
04/22 – Monthly Stamp Club #6 (2-4:30)
04/24 – Mini-card Class at Elizabethtown Library (9-10:30)
Have you tried Paper Pumpkin yet? What is it, you ask? Paper Pumpkin by Stampin’ Up! is a crafting subscription kit that delivers creativity to your door every month. Each box includes everything you need to make a stunning project. Stampin’ Up! surprises you with projects like cards, gift packaging, home décor, and more for just $19.95 a month (shipping included). Talk about happy mail!
Every kit includes an exclusive stamp set, ink spot, and embellishments to create a predesigned project. At least six times a year, we send an all card kit with eight or more cards. Sometimes the kit includes cards plus gift bags, banners, treat bags, or boxes. Other times, it’s home décor, giftables, or just treat packaging. No matter what it is—we promise you’ll love it, or we’ll make it right! Treat yourself to a crafting surprise every month.
Because sometimes the best way to get creative is inside the box—the little red box that arrives at your door around the 20th of the month. The kit makes it fast, easy, and fun for you to enjoy your favorite hobby—creating! Subscribe by the 10th of any month to get your first kit delivered that month. As a crafter, creative, and maker, you want to be “that person” who always has cards and gifts on hand for every occasion. You’ll always be ready—armed with lots of pretty, perfectly put together projects. In other words, Stampin’ Up! does the hard part, they leave the fun to you, and make you look good.
If you’ve been on the fence about trying it, now is a good time to sign up and give it a try! All new customers who sign up before May10th will receive 50% off your first two months! Click on over here to sign up today! I think you’ll love it!
Happy stamping!
Wendy
XOXO
Hello stamping friends and happy April! Hopefully the showers are on their way and no more snow here in Pennsylvania. Today I am sharing with you my mini 2018 April calendar page made with Stampin’ Up! products. I make theses mini calendars for all of my friends and family at Christmas time. Plus, they’re always a hit at the craft shows too. This page was made with the Weather Together stamp from Stampin’ Up! Enjoy!
Wendy
XOXO
