Hi Stamping Friends! I had so much fun at OnStage in Long Beach a couple weeks ago that I wanted to share some of the top moments including news of great things to come in the Stampin’ Up! world. It was such a whirlwind of activity with presentations, sneak peeks from the new May-August Catalog, catching up with new and old demonstrator friends, and more! (Pictured above are some of my good artisan friends Melissa Seplowitz, Tammy Wilson, Anja Beckman and I all holding our new catalogs.)
My favorite thing about OnStage is going with my sweet mom! We have attended every one since we joined. It’s a great way to share our mutual love of art and crafting. xxx
Another highlight was celebrating $100,000 in sales by walking across stage.
I always look forward to seeing the new In Colors and I really LOVE them!!! There’s an old favorite – Crisp Cantaloupe, as well as Barely Blush, Golden Glow, Hydrangea Hue (love, love, love), and Peaceful Pine. Peaceful Pine is going to be perfect for the holidays!!! I made the sampler below during the Product Playground, including squares of cardstock, stamped images, and squiggles of Stampin’ Blends Markers.
We also got to try the new Stampin’ Positioner and play with the new white gel pens and In Color Shimmer Brushes (WOW!!!), as well as existing watercolor pencils, Stampin’ Blend Color Lifter, and brayer!!!
Then, there were the Make & Takes! We got to play with some of the new 12″ x 12″ stencils and color the black and white printed Artisan Sketched Garden 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper with Stampin’ Blends Markers. So fun!!! I have to say these are some of my favorite Make & Takes to date!
OnStage always includes Prize Patrol! New products are the best, especially free ones. I received two sentiment stamp sets, an ephemera pack, pretty Adhesive-backed Metallic Gems, and a pack of designer series paper.
We also got to play with the new Impression Dies and Plate. This plate results in precise die-cut images and detailed embossing.
Pictured below in the new Paper Medley Designer Series Paper. This is going to be a great staple!
Finally, I participated in an Artisan swap as well as swapping with a few new friends. Here are the beautiful cards I received in exchange!
Catalog News:
One of the big announcements was that Stampin’ Up! is moving to three catalogs a year rather than an annual and two minis. (SU! will also continue to have its regularly scheduled Online Exclusives.) This simplifies matters so there’s only one active catalog at a time. Each one will include staples such as ink, paper, and adhesives, and the new catalogs are well organized with lots of product photos and inspirational projects. Each catalog will have some products (at least one suite and bundle) that are guaranteed to stick around for a year. I think you’re going to love the May-August Catalog and the new format. There are so many products that I love that it’s hard to choose what to order first. Here are a few things I’m dying to try out:
- 2026-2028 In Colors including ink pads, cardstock, Stampin’ Blends, and Shimmer Brushes.
- Hybrid Black Stamp Pad – good for both watercoloring and Stampin’ Blends Markers
- White Gel Pen – I’m so excited they’re back!
- Waterside Retreat Suite Collection – Adirondack chairs and beautiful beach and lakeside scenic DSP
- Scenic Coast Suite Collection – Lighthouse and sailboat silhouettes and colorful, gorgeous background DSP
If you’ve placed orders of $50 or more with me over the past year, I’ve already ordered you a catalog that will arrive in April. Otherwise, you can leave me a comment below if you’d like to request one.
And if that’s not enough great news, there are new May Online Exclusives coming as well!
Have a great day!
Purchase products from my online store to qualify to receive free exclusive project tutorials. This month’s PDF includes 12 tutorials designed by my demonstrator friends and I that are sure to inspire your paper crafting hobby! The projects feature products from the 2025 Annual Catalog, Online Exclusives, and January-April Mini Catalog. Enjoy!
