Heartfelt Inkspiration

… 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:

• You can use your phone to scan a QR (quick response) code to get more information about a product or topic. I just aim my phone’s camera at the code and it gives me a little “go to” window with a link I can tap. You can see a QR code on page 8 for the Kits Collection.
• The little icon that looks like a shopping bag with a heart on it (see one next to the Scalloped Gift Card Boxes on page 28) tells you that product details and artwork are available online. Typing the product name or item number in the Search box in the online store will get you there. You won’t find anything more in the catalog for these products.
• There are some “anomalies” that I have found (and probably others I haven’t yet). For example, the Everyday Details stamp set and dies did not retire; the item information for the stamp set appears on page 110 of the new catalog but the dies seem to have evaporated unless you search for them online. I am sure Stampin’ Up! will issue corrections and clarification.

I was wondering if we’d ever make it to May 1 so I could start sharing some of my favorite things with you about this catalog, and that will be happening soon! Meanwhile:

• The 22 card templates at the bottom of page 22 are wonderful! If I tried just one of these each week, design paralysis would be a thing of the past! The Stampin’ Up! concept artists interpreted these templates on page 23 — amazing for the color choices, too.
• The Color Theory section (beginning on 132), with its stunning color wheel, is fabulous. Stampin’ Up! knows color, and the new 2024-2026 In Colors prove it.
• There are many stamp sets I love, like Choose Happy (below, page 24). Only a few were available to demonstrators during the pre-order period, so I added some to my order very, very early this morning. I can hardly wait till my Host Appreciation Open House this weekend to show you!

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 include:

• 2024–2026 In Color Classic Stampin’ Pad Bundle
• 2024–2026 In Color 8-1/2″ x 11″ Cardstock
• 2024–2026 In Color 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper
• 2024–2026 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers

Altogether, you’ll get the four In Color products (a value of $80!), your choice of $125 worth of products, free shipping, and free business supplies for just $99! Being a part of Stampin’ Up!’s creative community also comes with several perks, including early access to products, special discounts, earned product credits, exclusive training, demonstrator-only events, and so much more!

As a demonstrator, I am here to help you throughout the joining process and beyond. If becoming a demonstrator is something that you are interested in, either as a business builder or a “happy shopper” for yourself, please reach out! I am excited to answer all your questions and help get you started on your creative journey. Find out more here.