Stampin’ Up! has just released the last chance lists – here’s the list of products that will be retiring from the Annual Catalogue. Please note that in some cases, bundles of products will be discontinued, but the components will still be available individually in the next catalogue.
Download the pdf version (warning – super small print!)
Download the sortable spreadsheet version
Did you know that the national flower for Ukraine is the sunflower? Some crafty friends on Facebook are using the hashtag #cardsforUkraine to share images of cards made with blue and yellow or sunflowers as a way to put some light into the darkness, using creativity to cope.
For me, I’m also going to donate my income from sales of the Celebrate Sunflowers stamp sets (English or French) and the Sunflowers Dies. The charity I’ve chosen is the Canadian Red Cross’s Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal. I chose this charity because the Canadian Government announced that they will match funds up to $10million! They will match up until 18 March, but I will continue my donations until the end of the Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalogue period – 3 May 2022.
Please note this offer is the sole responsibility of myself – Linda Yamamoto, Independent Stampin’ Up! Canada Demonstrator.
In the meantime, if you create something with blue and yellow or sunflowers, consider sharing it on social media with the hashtag #cardsforUkraine.
I’m putting the finishing touches on my new online class, and Early Bird Pricing is on right now! This one is to help Stretch Your Stash! If you’re drowning in paper scraps, or are guilty of hoarding that pretty paper because you can’t bear to use it – this class will help! The Paper Strips online class focuses on using paper strips in a variety of ways to make focal elements for your paper crafting projects.
Early Bird Pricing is on right now – for just $20CAD you’ll get lifetime access to class content. Price will go up when the class officially opens on Thursday, 10 February 2022 – so don’t miss out! Click here to get more information and to register for the Paper Strips class. You’ll be taken to the registration page after your payment has processed, and you’ll receive an email with the class links after you’ve registered (check your spam folder if you don’t see anything in your inbox).
Come to class to see how small pieces of paper can make a big impression!
The Early Bird Pricing is on right now for the Watercolour 201 Online Class! Register now at a discount, and be one of the first to check out the class videos when the class site officially opens this Thursday, 13 January!
You don’t have to be a watercolouring expert for this class! If you’ve taken the Watercolour 101 Online Class, you’ll have the basics for this one. If you haven’t taken it, no worries. This class focuses on adding textures to watercolour wash backgrounds. The first class video quickly covers a watercolour wash, and then moves right into how to make your wash backgrounds even more fantastic.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Do I have to know how to watercolour to take this class?
A: While watercolouring knowledge is helpful, because this is a technique based class on adding textures to watercolour wash backgrounds, you don’t need a lot of skill. (Trust me, I’m not a professional watercolour painter!) See below for level of painting skill required….
Q: Do I need a lot of equipment to take the Watercolour 201 online class?
A: This is an online class with pre-recorded videos, so you can watch them whenever you have the chance to learn the techniques, and use supplies you have on hand. You’ll need a device capable of showing video and an internet connection for this.
Basic Craft Essentials: Watercolour Paper, a paint brush, and a source of colour. I used the Fluid 100 Watercolour Paper that Stampin’ Up! carries, cut in half, the Water Painters, and ReInkers like this one. You’ll get a list of what’s required for the techniques in the class site when it opens. (Hey, have to have some mystery involved, still, right?!) They’re things you likely have in your home, so don’t worry. Plus you have lifetime access to the videos, so you can watch whenever it suits your schedule!
Helpful to have: painters tape/washi tape and a surface to tape your work onto – I used a Stamparatus Deluxe Foam Mat; you could also use a Silicone Craft Mat or any flat clean surface that can be wiped/washed afterwards – like a cutting board or clipboard. Also nice to have but not mandatory – Stampin’ Spritzers but you could use your brush with water or an empty spritz bottle filled with water.
You’ll have lifetime access to the videos once you’ve registered. Please note that class videos are for the personal use of paid students only.
You can find out more about the Watercolour 201 class here and take advantage of Early Bird Pricing! Save $5 until the class launches Thursday 13 January. You can also contact me if you have any other questions. Otherwise, I hope to “see” you in class!
ONE DAY ONLY! Wednesday 8 December 2021 until 11:59pm Mountain Time (10:59pm Pacific time, 159 AM Thursday if you’re on Eastern Time). Orders of $65CAD product (or more) will qualify for free shipping! Shop online at yamstamps.com/shop. You can message me if you’d like to pay by etransfer or want assistance placing your order – or if you’re worried you’ll forget! Email me now and I’ll place the order for you on Wednesday. Happy Free Shipping Day!
Stampin’ Up! has just let us know that they’re having a flash sale on selected stamp sets this Wednesday, October 20th. Starting at midnight Mountain Time (2am if you’re on Eastern time like me), you can get 15% off certain sets. Click on the image to download the flyer.
You can shop online – shortcut is https://yamstamps.com/shop or message me if you’d like to pay by etransfer or can’t do an online order Wednesday (I can place it for you). Happy Shopping!
