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Wow, I just took a few minutes to look through the Retiring Accessories list in more detail, and I wanted to share a few of my favs. These are items that I have LOVED!
Definitely take a look at these, as they are available only while supplies last (learn more about the retiring lists & discount) plus the ones I’m showing here are discounted, so who knows how long they will last.
For each item, I’ve shared some samples from my blog, so be sure to click on the project ideas for each one!
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Build A Bear Bigz Die: (see it online) It’s available while supplies last at 25% off. Check out some project ideas on my blog |
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Triple Layer Blossom Bouquet Punch: (see it online) It’s available while supplies last at a discount! Check out some project ideas on my blog |
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Small Cello Bags: (see them online) They are available at a discount while supplies last Really, I use these ALL the time! They’re my favorite bag for all kinds of “Candy Projects”. I have MANY project ideas on my blog for these. |
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Sweetheart Treat Cups: (see them online) They’re available at a discount while supplies last. I know Valentine’s is a long way away, but if you see yourself making fun treats for friends, neighbors or family, you’ll want to grab these while they’re on sale! There are several fun project ideas on my blog Plus you’ll want to see if the Full Heart Punch in the old style is still available on the Clearance Rack (check now)! If not, the punch you’ll need to match these is the new style Full Heart Punch (see it online). |
Whew! What a whirlwind! I have to admit that I put in my own ‘retiring items’ order. I can’t imagine not having some of these on hand for projects that I’ve loved.
Remember that your order with me online in April will also get you a FREE copy of the NEW Stampin’ Up! Catalog (due out June 1st), delivered to your doorstep! (learn more)
And if you’re looking for more Retiring Stamp & Accessory Project Ideas, you can browse them on my blog!
Happy Stamping!
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Subscribe to the comments for this postDiscounted Retiring Accessories: Up to 70% Off
Get them before they are gone! The retired accessories and Definitely Decorative (including Décor Elements) lists are now available and won’t stay around for long–these items are only available while supplies last!
When you look at the retired accessories list, you’ll note that all of the Stampin’ Pads are listed. This is for two reasons: (1) Craft Stampin’ Pads will now only be available in black and white; and (2) we are introducing a new Firm Foam pad in our Classic Stampin’ Pads with the 2012-2013 annual catalog. The Firm Foam pads offer better ink coverage and, in turn, better stamped images.
In addition, please note the following about the new catalog:
- Only select Stampin’ Write Markers will be available individually (Stampin’ Write Markers in color collections will continue to be offered)
- 12″ x 12″ Textured Card Stock will no longer be offered
- 12″ x 12″ Smooth Card Stock will only be available in select individual colors and color collections
Stampin’ Up! has announced the stamp sets & accessories that will be retiring on May 31st:
Available April 15 – May 31, 2012 |
Coming Soon! Available April 25 – May 31, 2012, or while supplies last |
Coming Soon! Available April 25 – May 31, 2012, or while supplies last
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Plus don’t miss my Customer Appreciation BONUS:
Be the FIRST to get your NEW CATALOG!
When you order online through my store from April 1-30, I will send you the NEW 2012-2013 Stampin’ Up! Catalog for FREE as soon as they are available.
Everyone who orders through my website will get one shipped directly to them for FREE as soon as available!
So be sure to check out the lists (links above) and get your order placed soon.
Remember that the 2010-2012 In Colors will be retiring — card stock, reinkers, pads and markers and ribbons. Don’t wait to order these, since they will be available ONLY WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. You don’t want to miss out!
Looking for some ideas? Continue to watch my blog over the next couple of weeks for lots of ideas with stamps and accessories from the Retiring 2012 List.
Are you a My Digital Studio Fan?
You are going to be SO EXCITED! The DVD Collections from the catalog are listed on the retiring accessories list — at 40% off!! These are a terrific bargain, since they contain stamps, Designer Series Paper and more. If you even *think* that you might like to use MDS more, definitely add these to your order!
Happy Stamping!
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Loads of Love: Slider Cards
Ever think about how cute it would be if the little pick-up truck from the Loads of Love stamp set would move? It can! Here’s a fun card that features the Word Window Punch to make a track for the truck to “drive”.
Sad to say, this sweet stamp set is soon to drive away, too! I’ll miss this stamp set after it retires on May 31st! (see it online)
I designed this card four years ago, along with a matching Video Tutorial. Since the set includes greetings for birthday, christmas, etc, it’s a great one to have on hand, even 4 years later. This stamp set EXTRA flexible, especially with the Loads of Love Accessories, which are also retiring (see them online)!
I think if I were making this card again now, I’d put a Christmas tree in the truck bed… or maybe a pile of presents from the Accessories set and call it a birthday card. Too cute! This is a total guy card, or a great kid card, too.
We’re going to be saying goodbye to these stamp sets on May 31st (learn about the retiring stamp sets & how to get the new catalog for free)
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Medallion: The Kissing Technique
Here’s a project that showcases 2 of the great stamp sets that are available only until May 31st: Medallion (see it online) and On Your Birthday (see it online). The message on the front of the card is easily the most-requested birthday stamp that I have.
The card is created from two pieces cut with the Scallop Square Die. Just attach them with a brad at the corner, and you’re set!
This card uses the Kissing Technique, and as I mention in the video, there is NO INAPPROPRIATE CONTENT in this tutorial. If you found my blog by Googling “kissing tutorials”, I think you’re going to be disappointed.
The Polka Dot and Sanded stamps that were shown in the video are already retired…but this card would be GREAT with the soon-to-be-retired Wonderfully Worn stamp (see it online). We’re going to be saying goodbye to all these stamp sets on May 31st (learn about the retiring stamp sets & how to get the new catalog for free)
Happy Stamping!
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Stamps: Polka Dot (109276), Medallion (115223) or Sanded (109294)
Ink: Pretty in Pink, Melon Mambo
Paper: Pretty in Pink, Melon Mambo, Whisper White
Accessories: Big Shot (113439), Scallop Square Clear Die (115950), Sticky Strip (104294), Fine Supernova Glitter Stack (114287), Clear Rhinestone Brads (113144)
Awash with Flowers: a springtime gift project
Need a fun hostess gift this spring? Want to use a fabulous stamp set? Here’s a project from my blog that features the Awash with Flowers stamp set (see it online) and ceramic tiles for a cheery gift idea. We’re going to be saying goodbye to this stamp set on May 31st (learn about the retiring stamp sets & how to get the new catalog for free)
You can learn the technique for the flower tile here on my blog.
Or looking for another style of ceramic tile stamping? The popular Season of Friendship stamp set (see it online) will also be retiring on May 31st, and it’s PERFECT for a set of ceramic tiles (learn the technique here on my blog).
Looking for more project ideas for these sets before adding them to your Retiring Stamp Set order? Here you go!
- Awash with Flowers (project ideas)
- Season of Friendship (project ideas)
- Retiring May 31 (project ideas)
Happy Stamping!
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Inspired By Nature: a reinker technique
Another of my favorite stamp sets, one that I pull out whenever I need a special card – Inspired By Nature (see it online). We’re going to be saying goodbye to this stamp set on May 31st (learn about the retiring stamp sets & how to get the new catalog for free)
Want to learn how to make this card? Here’s the technique tutorial for the Felt Pad Technique on my blog.
And looking for more project ideas for Inspired By Nature? Here are a few on my blog!
Happy Stamping!
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What Will You Miss Most? Upsy Daisy?
While I’m excited for NEW stamps in the Stampin’ Up! Catalog that comes out on June 1st (yes, Demonstrators get to see it early!!), I am of course going to miss some of my favorite stamps from the past. I’ve been making a list, and I think Upsy Daisy (see it online) is at the top.
Remember that Upsy Daisy retires on May 31st, and that when you place an online order in my store during April, you’ll be getting your copy of the new catalog mailed to you for free!
This is an idea shared at the Stampin’ Up! Convention in 2008…a blast from the past!
Instead of inking the stamp with an ink pad, the presenter used Sponge Daubers to apply the ink colors, in Pink Pirouette, Real Red and Tangerine Tango.
What a great technique to use on bold stamp sets like Inspired By Nature (see it online) and Upsy Daisy (sniff, sniff, both are retiring!). Be sure to check the lists of retiring stamp sets for favs from your Wish List!
Want to see more Upsy Daisy project ideas? Here are a few on my blog, or here’s a link to my Technique Video tutorial featuring Upsy Daisy.
Happy Stamping!
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Saying Goodbye is Hard to Do
Yes, it’s tough to say goodbye, but with stamps, the good news is that you know which ones will go and which ones you can keep on your Wish List for later.
Stampin’ Up! has announced the stamp sets that will be retiring on May 31st:
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Available April 15 – May 31, 2012 |
Coming Soon! Available April 25 – May 31, 2012, or while supplies last |
Coming Soon! Available April 25 – May 31, 2012, or while supplies last
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Plus don’t miss my Customer Appreciation BONUS:
Be the FIRST to get your NEW CATALOG!
When you order online through my store from April 1-30, I will send you the NEW 2012-2013 Stampin’ Up! Catalog for FREE as soon as they are available.
Everyone who orders through my website will get one shipped directly to them for FREE as soon as available!
So be sure to check out the lists (links above) and get your order placed soon.
Remember that the 2010-2012 In Colors will be retiring — card stock, reinkers, pads and markers and ribbons. Don’t wait til April 25th to order these, since they will be available ONLY WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. You don’t want to miss out!
Looking for some ideas? Be sure to watch my blog over the next couple of weeks for lots of ideas with stamps and accessories from the Retiring 2012 List.
Here are a few retiring stamp sets to get you started:
- Triple Treat Flower (project ideas) or (see it online)
- Funky Four (project ideas) or (see it online)
- Trendy Trees (project ideas) or (see it online)
Happy Stamping!
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Eleanor & Elizabeth: Two gals with great stamps
Ever wonder how stamp sets get their names? Maybe there’s some story behind these…but sorry, I don’t know it. But what I do know is that the Elizabeth A La Carte stamp (see it online) is a great ‘staple’ stamp to add to your stamp collection. The Everything Eleanor stamp set is a new set that will be in the upcoming Stampin’ Up! Catalog (due out June 1st). I can’t show you the full set artwork, but I can point out one of the stamps I used here — on the background swirl in Crumb Cake ink. Perfect compliment for Elizabeth! (more Elizabeth ideas)
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The Designer Series Paper on the background is from the Well Worn papers (see it online). Watch for this paper to be on the retiring accessories list later in April — shop early so you don’t miss it. Well Worn is perfect for masculine card ideas — nary a flower or shade of pink to be seen.
Happy Stamping!
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Mixed Techniques: Poppin’ Pastels plus Rock N Roll
Poppin’ Pastels is an OLD technique – and very simple:
- Stamp in Versamark ink
- Swirl a Sponge Dauber in a Stampin’ Pastel color
- Pounce onto the stamped image.
It always used to bother me that the edges of the stamped image ended up a little bit wishy washy. I’m embarrassed to say that when I pulled out my Stampin Pastels (see them online) for this project, they were still sealed! I used to use them all the time, but somehow my new set had at least 2 birthdays before getting opened. (eek!)
But with this NEW twist on Poppin’ Pastels, I think I’m going to be seeing my Pastels much more regularly again. By adding the Rock N Roll technique, I made the edges of the image well-defined and the finished image looks much cleaner. The Tea Shoppe stamp set (see it online) has the perfect stamp for this combo technique, too!
Here are some tips for using Rock N Roll and Poppin’ Pastels together:
- Use a bold image stamp (not great for line art)
- Ink the stamp first with Versamark, then rock the darker ink around the edges to keep your Versamark pad clean.
- Remember to pounce (not wipe) with your Sponge Dauber to keep the ink from smearing.
- If you don’t get enough color on your image, try mooshing (yes, a technical term) the Dauber more in the Stampin’ Pastel.
A couple other things about this card from my April session of Stamp Club with Meg:
- Yes, that’s a tea bag! The piece of Twitterpated Designer Paper makes a little pocket to hold the bag in place. Use Sticky Strip at the two ends to hold it tight.
- I love the Paper Doily Sizzlit (see it online). It helps to have a few tips on making it work easily.
- It’s easier to stamp on the back side of the Mini Vintage Tags (see them online). I used Staz-On ink here to keep the image from smearing.
Happy Stamping (and tea drinking)!
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