Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Sue Craig Stampin’ Up January 2025 Newsletter

 

Happy New Year! 

January 1, 2025

Hi Ladies,

 Happy New Year!   I hope your 2025 is off to a fabulous start. As we step into a fresh year of creativity and inspiration, I’m excited to share what is coming this month.

From a new catalog for stamping and scrapbooking to Sale-a-Bration, lots to see. If you need a catalog, let me know.

Blessings,

Sue

Sale-a-bration
Stampin' Up’s Biggest Event of the Year!

 

Mark your calendars for January 7 because everything amazing begins then:

·  Free gift with every $60 purchase! Lot's to pick from - from stamps, to Designer Series Paper, embossing folders to ribbons and embellishments!

·  Additional $30 in Stampin' Rewards when you spend $300

Lots of NEW PRODUCTS Coming January 7




Beginning in April, Stampin' Up! is rolling out a brand-new Stampin' Rewards Program designed to give you even more value from your crafting purchases.

 

What's Changing?

·  Earn 10% Back on Purchases!  Every order of $20 or more will automatically earn 10% back in rewards on the product total purchased.

·  No More Host Codes or Tracking Forms: Points will automatically accumulate in your online Stampin' Up! account

·  Flexibility & Freedom: Redeem your rewards on any products you choose, and you'll have a whole year to use them!

·  The More You Spend, the More You Earn! Save up your rewards for something big or use them on your next order - it's up to you!  You can even use them to purchase the Starter Kit and join the Klompen Stampers!

I’m excited about these updates and think you'll love the added convenience and flexibility of the new program.

 

Get $117 in FREE PRODUCTS!

You read that right! Join Stampin' Up! and my team during Sale-a-bration for just $99 and you select $125 in products of your choice, PLUS receive the Handmade Designs Stamp Set and two sets of Markers as an added bonus!

 The total value is over $250 – when you consider all the free products plus free shipping!

 Whether you are looking to have a crafting business or just love to craft and it is all about your hobby and saving money, this is a fantastic time to join Stampin’ Up!

 If you are not sure if joining Stampin' Up! is for you and would like to talk about it, let me know. I’m here to help.

 


Paper Pumpkin

This month is all about the Hearts for You kit! Create romantic cards for Valentine’s Day and beyond with this kit featuring precut paper hearts, elegant champagne foil, and heart-shaped gem embellishments.

 

Make sure to subscribe by January 10.



 

166237

SPRING IS IN THE AIR DIES

$12.00



 
This exclusive add-on coordinates with the January, February, and March kits! As a Paper Pumpkin subscriber, you can purchase it now. Remember, this add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early! Reach out to your demonstrator to learn more
.

I’ve posted the class schedule for 2025 here on my blog. You can add dates to your calendar so you won’t miss a class.

You can also invite friends to class knowing the schedule for the whole year. 

 If you have a few friends that would like to come to a class let me know and we’ll schedule a special class for you.

 

January Classes

Monday Jan 13th at 10 a.m.  2 spots open

Tuesday Jan 14th at 1 p.m.    1 spot open

Thursday Jan 16th at 10 a.m.   1 spot open

Friday Jan 17th at 7 p.m.           2 spots open











Thursday, December 26, 2024

Back to Basics-Ink

 Stampin' Up! has so many different kinds of inks. I thought it might help to show you what they are and what they are used for. I have provided links in the name and image to the Stampin' Up Website so you can see further descriptions of each ink.  Happy Stamping.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Blessings,

Sue

Classic Stampin' Pad

  • 54 colors to choose from
  • Use for general stamping on any color of cardstock
  • Water based
  • Dries quickly
  • Use with Stampin' Blends, Aqua Painters filled with alcohol, and Blender Pens
  • Refills available

  • Color: Black
  • Use for general stamping on any color of cardstock
  • Waterbased
  • Dries quickly
  • Use with Stampin' Blends, Aqua Painters filled with alcohol and Blender Pens
  • Refill Available
Staz-On Ink Pads
        
Tuxedo Black Ink Pad  Saddle Brown Ink Pad    Saddle Brown refill  Tuxedo Black refill

StazOn Ink Pads are permanent ink that is great for stamping images you want to watercolor or for stamping on Window Sheets (acetate), cellophane bags, and other nonporous surfaces. You can also use it to add a distressed look to your projects. Clean stamps with StazOn Cleaner after using StazOn ink. To protect the adhesive on cling stamp labels, rinse cling stamps with water immediately after using 
* Acid free
* Refill available

  
  • Color Clear
  • Pigment Ink
  • Perfect for adding the look of a soft watermark on colored cardstock
  • Add Clear of Colored Embossing Powder for a shiny look
  • Refill available
  • Color White
  • Pigment Ink-Permanent Ink
  • Created white on dark colored cardstock or the chalkboard technique or the whitewashing technique.
  • Add Clear or White embossing powder for a shiny look
  • Allow Image to dry before handling or heat set
  • Rinse excess ink with water or use baby wipe to avoid contaminating your Stamp Scrub or Shammy
  • Refill available
  •  Use it on wood, fabric, and other materials. 
  • The Whisper White Craft Stampin’ Pad comes uninked with a Whisper White Craft Ink Refill you can use to ink the pad before use.










Tuesday, December 24, 2024

White Washing Technique

 Hey everyone,

I have a technique for you today. I know you are busy with holiday preparations but I hope you take time for yourself. This is an easy technique with a pretty result.

Check it out here.

I hope you give this technique a try. Let me know if you do. Have a blessed and safe holiday.
Blessings,
Sue


Monday, December 16, 2024

January Paper Pumpkin-Hearts For You

 

January Paper Pumpkin: Hearts for You

Subscribe by January 10 to receive this fun kit. Create heartfelt cards for Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, and beyond!
 

Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 envelopes

Heart-shaped precut pieces and stickers

Twine and heart gem embellishments

Coordinating colors: Flirty Flamingo, Petal Pink, Real Red (Classic Stampin’ Spot)

Champagne foil adds shine to these elegant handmade cards!


Click here to subscribe.


And don’t miss the special add-on that coordinates with all three months: the Spring is in the Air Dies Add-On (item 166237)—available while supplies last to Paper Pumpkin subscribers.



Sunday, December 15, 2024

December 2024 Class Follow-Up

 Here we are again the end of another year of card making classes. This year seemed to fly by. Here is the December Class Follow-up along with the January Class Schedule.  Links to products are in bold type.

Have a safe and blessed Christmas. You have blessed me more than you know.

Hugs,

Sue

December 2024  Class Follow-Up     Sue Craig                         AC=Annual    HC=Holiday Catalog

On=Online Exclusives found here

Stampin’ Up now has a blog full of great information and ideas. Here is the link.

Products Discussed In Some Classes:

·        New Ideas: 

·         Use a piece of computer paper the size you need when placing squares onto a 9 patch pattern.

Use reverse tweezers to hold ribbon so you can tie a knot or bow.

·        Make some Notecards with envelopes to have on hand in case you need a small gift to make someone’s day.  Note Cards and envelopes come 20 to a pack for $10. A set of 4 cards and envelopes costs $2.00.  You could make several sets at a time and have these small gifts ready  to surprise someone with.

These are great for senior citizens especially if you add stamps! It's a simple way to bless someone and make their day.

Cards made with Regal Flora Stamp set.



·        Use a pair of tweezers in the center of a flower petal and twist away from you. Do this to each petal. This will give your flowers more texture.



·        Samples of uses for Keeping Tabs stamps/punch  and gift card/cash giving

Here’s a link

Here’s a link

Here is a link.

Stamping Opportunity:

     Southwest Hospital

      can use Holiday cards, Thinking of you, Get Well, and Hang in There.  (no envelopes)

They place cards on meal trays especially for the holidays.

           Give them to Sue and she’ll make sure Nancy Carpenter (Monday 10 a.m. class) gets them.  Thank you to those who made cards this month for Southwest Hospital. They are so grateful for sharing your talents and love with them.

Card 1   Christmas Present Card-Angie Juda Video


Stamps- SketchedButterflies Annual Catalog p. 68

Keeping Tabs- Annual Catalog p.59

Paper – Thick white cardstock 5 ½” x 8 ½”

Regal Winter designer series paper Holiday Catalog p.35

Navy strips- ½” x 1 ¾”,  ½” x 3 ¼”

Blackberry ½” x 2 ½”

White scrap 1” x 4 ½” sentiment

Ink-  Night of Navy

Blackberry Bliss

Accessories- CuteCrochet embossing folder Annual Catalog p.129

Navy and gold ribbon-Annual Catalog p.113

Keeping Tabs Punch-Annual Catalog p.59


Card 2-  Gift Bag in a Card by Sue Craig-Video


Bag in a Card Video


Bag in a Card Template




Stamps – Greetings of the Season-Online Exclusive

Paper- White 4” x 5” inside

Real Red base 4 ¼” x 11” Score at 1 ¾” and 7”

Real Red circle 2 ½”

Reindeer Days designer series paper 2 ¼” circle-Holiday Catalog p.27

Reindeer Days designer series paper need 2 of 1 ½” x 4”,   1 of 3 ¾” x 4

Reindeer Days designer series paper (use a non-directional pattern for the bag)

3 ½” x 9 ½”   on 9 ½” side score at ½”, 1”, 4 ½”, 5”, 5 ½”, 9”

On the 3 ½” side score at ½” and 3”

InkReal Red

Garden Green

Accessories – Real Red Ribbon 2 pieces that are 6” long


Card 3  - Nine Square Card by Sue Craig-video 



9-Square Christmas Card


   Stamps -Greetings of the Season -Online Exclusive

Paper –  White 5 ½” x 8 ½”

Pretty Peacock 4 ¼” x 5 ½”

Real Red 4” x 4”

Computer Paper 3 ¾” x 3 ¾”

White scrap-sentiment

Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper Holiday Catalog p.29 (Discontinued)

 Ink- Real Red

Pretty Peacock

Accessories- Gold Twisted Thread-Online Exclusive

Labeled With Love Punch- Annual Catalog p.58  You can order a punch or die.


Card 4 -  Mini Card-Sue Craig Video


Mini Slide-in Card



Stamps- Hope You Know Annual Catalog p. 85

Paper- Shy Shamrock base 4 ¼” x 5 ½”

Shamrock 3 ¼” square cut diagonally

Bloom Impressions Designer Series Paper-January Sale-a-Bration Catalog

4” x 5 ¼,  2 ¾” x 4”,  3” x 3” cut this diagonally in half to go on top of Shy Shamrock triangle.

 1 ¾” White circle for sentiment

12" white/silver ribbon p. 113 Annual Catalog

Inks –  Blackberry Bliss

 Accessories – Happy Hibiscus Dies with hybrid folder

Bough Punch p.77 Annual Catalog

Petal Park Punch p.123 Annual Catalog

reverse tweezers

2024-2026 Shimmer Gems p.115


January Classes -Check out classes for the year and sign up here.

Monday   January 13th @ 10 a.m.  2 spots available

Tuesday  January 14th @ 1 p.m.     1 spot available

Thursday  January 16th @10 a.m.   1 spot available

Friday        January 17th @ 7 p.m.    2 spots available










Saturday, December 14, 2024

Mini Slide-In Card

 This is a quick, easy card to make. Check out the video below.




Stamps- Hope You Know Annual Catalog p. 85

Paper- Shy Shamrock base 4 ¼” x 5 ½”

Shamrock 3 ¼” square cut diagonally

Bloom Impressions Designer Series Paper-January Sale-a-Bration Catalog

4” x 5 ¼,  2 ¾” x 4”,  3” x 3” cut this diagonally in half to go on top of Shy Shamrock triangle.

 1 ¾” White circle for sentiment

12" white/silver ribbon p. 113 Annual Catalog

Inks –  Blackberry Bliss

 Accessories – Happy Hibiscus Dies with hybrid folder

Bough Punch p.77 Annual Catalog

Petal Park Punch p.123 Annual Catalog

reverse tweezers

2024-2026 Shimmer Gems p.115


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