Author Archives: Debra Burgin

Sweetly Scripted: Happy Anniversary

Do you save cards you have been given, even if they are not handmade? I do, especially when the design is so intriguing, and I think, “I could make something like that!” Such was the case with a card that … Continue reading

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Leaf Collection: Happy Birthday

Last week was a whirlwind of new catalog fun as I prepared for the Host AppreciationOpen Houses. Because I didn’t receive the bulk of my items for the gatherings until 7:30 p.m. on Friday, you can believe I did some … Continue reading

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Allow me to introduce …

… the Stampin’ Up! 2024-2025 Annual Catalog! After you pour yourself another cup of coffee or tea, click this cover image to open a pdf version. Then we’ll talk a bit! First, a few tips for enjoying this publication: I … Continue reading

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Starter Kit Special (May 1-31)

Sweet! During the month of May 2024, Stampin’ Up! has a fantastic offer for anyone who becomes a demonstrator! Join my team and receive FOUR brand new In Color products in your Starter Kit at no additional cost. These products … Continue reading

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Bird’s Eye View — is it in the new catalog?

What a birdbrain I am! Somehow I thought Bird’s Eye View was retiring tomorrow. So I made sure to create one more project using this most adorable set of birds: Happily, I was wrong. Here is the card I made … Continue reading

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Zany Zoo: Happy Birthday to You

Stampers at April stamp camps heard me admit that creating this card was the first time I had inked the set. I hate when that happens: I find a set/bundle irresistible, yet somehow I do resist it! Will I ever … Continue reading

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Filled with Happiness: Zesty Birthday

The retiring Filled with Happiness photopolymer stamp set and Modern Oval punch are a match made in stamping heaven! I’m happy the punch is not retiring, as it is so useful as a substitute for a tag (that is, in … Continue reading

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Cheerful Daisies: Brightest Birthday

It’s way past time for me to get back to posting cards, I think, so I have dusted off the spreadsheet I use to manage my blog posts and resumed. It’s not that I haven’t had anything to show (or … Continue reading

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Shop the Clearance Rack!

Stampin’ Up! has just added new items to the online Clearance Rack, with up to 60% off select products. But during this Clearance Rack refresh, there is a unique opportunity for a second chance to add the Favored Flowers and … Continue reading

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Big error in my price increases list!

Wow. I totally overlooked a major price increase for a Stampin’ Up! product I use almost every day: the Medium Basic White Envelopes (#159236). In the current (2023-2024) Annual Catalog, they are $8.50 for 40 envelopes. That price is good … Continue reading

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