Hi Friends. I want to share some important product updates from Stampin’ Up! regarding cling stamps and Stampin’ Write Markers, as well as some exciting news about new coordinating packaging for stamps and dies.
Cling Stamps (Red Rubber)
Stampin’ Up! has decided to discontinue the cling stamp line due to key raw materials becoming increasingly difficult to source, with some no longer being manufactured at all. However, it will continue to offer a wide range of photopolymer stamps to support various artistic styles and techniques.
Stampin’ Write Markers
Stampin’ Up! has also decided to discontinue Stampin’ Write Markers. With the growing popularity of Stampin’ Blends, it has seen a steady decline in sales of Stampin’ Write Markers. One of the primary techniques unique to Stampin’ Write Markers is coloring directly on cling stamps—a technique that will become less relevant as it transitions away from cling.
New and Improved Stamp and Die Packaging
As part of the transition away from cling stamps, Stampin’ Up! is excited to introduce updated packaging for stamps and dies! Because photopolymer stamps are thinner, it’s able to offer sleeker, slimmer packaging that saves space. Both stamps and dies will now come in the same size and style of packaging, making it easier than ever to store bundles and coordinating products together. The new packaging is similar to the current die packaging—durable, clear plastic envelopes—but with an exciting improvement: Die packaging will now feature printed artwork for quick and easy identification! Stamp packaging will continue to display artwork as well. Here’s an example (and a sneak peek of a new product!)
As you can see, the packaging is quite thin. I’m looking forward to freeing up space in my craft room!!!
Packaging Details
- New packaging measures 5-5/8″ x 9″ (14.3 x 22.9 cm).
- Stamps and dies will now come in the same size and style of packaging, making it easy to store bundles and coordinating products together.
- Packaging is clear with an insert that displays stamp or die artwork for quick and easy identification—yes, both stamp and die packaging will now show artwork!
- Larger packaging dimensions allow Stampin’ Up! to showcase more stamp artwork at 100% on the insert.
- Sleek, slim design will help you store more in less space.
- Envelope closure includes a tuck-in flap for quick and easy opening and closing.
- Packaging is sized to fit a variety of organization systems.
Transition
Starting with November 2025 Online Exclusives, all new stamps will be photopolymer. The last printed catalog to include cling stamps is the September-December 2025 Mini Catalog. In December 2025, all cling stamps in the September–December 2025 Mini Catalog will move to Last Chance Products and be available while supplies last. In April 2026, all cling stamps in the 2025–2026 Annual Catalog will move to Last Chance Products and be available while supplies last. In April 2026, all remaining cling stamps across Stampin’ Up!’s offering will move to Last Chance Products and be available while supplies last.
All new stamps and dies starting with the November Online Exclusives will come in the new packaging. Photopolymer stamps released prior to November will transition to the new packaging with a rolling change. During this time, you may receive some stamps in old packaging and some in new. Transition will vary based on inventory levels. Dies released prior to November will not transition to the new packaging. They will be sold in their existing packaging until they are discontinued. No cling stamps will transition to the new packaging.
As always, feel free to ask questions. I will pass along more information as I learn it.
Happy crafting!
Purchase products from my online store to qualify to receive free exclusive project tutorials. This month’s PDF includes 12 beautiful tutorials designed by my demonstrator friends and I to inspire your paper crafting! The projects feature products from the 2025 Annual Catalog, Online Exclusives, and Sept-Dec Mini Catalog. Enjoy!
