I am a quasi-hobby independent Stampin' Up! demonstrator. I do not book parties but I specialize in one on one instruction plus I still wanted a space to show off my cards and share advice about stamping and papercraft. Enjoy! All stamped images and paper are (c) Stampin' Up.

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Sunday 29 March 2020

March Stamping Project: Introducing Wonderful Watercolour!

Many cardmakers have watercolours of some sort in the stash, but never quite get around to using them. There's so much to love about watercolour--the transparent look, artsy splash or vibrant hues. However...watercolour can be intimidating!

Many people first experience watercolours as children and remember soggy paper, colours that turned brown instead of beautiful and the sheer difficulty of getting the look right. Here's a simple truth--you don't have to be your childhood.

Watercolour pencils and aqua painters are a good first step in reclaiming your creativity or overcoming your fear. Recently I brainstormed three techniques for watercolour pencils. It's a lot of information, so I'll spread them out over a few posts and maybe some videos. For now, here are some supplies you may want to stock up on. Remember, Sale-A-Bration ends March 31st, so now's time to make a qualifying order and get a freebie or two!

Watercolour Supply List

Watercolour samples
Here are a few samples to inspire you!




Your Friend, Christine


Tuesday 17 March 2020

Beware Counterfeit Stampin' Up! Products

Usually when people hear the word "counterfeit", they think of funny money or luxury handbags that look a little off. Would you believe that the crafting world is plagued by counterfeits too?

Believe it!

You may have come across Stampin' Up! stamps and dies for sale on online shopping venues that look like, but are not Stampin' Up!. Not only do counterfeits hurt demonstrators and infringe on Stampin' Up!'s intellectual property, but customers may receive an inferior product.

Counterfeiting is time consuming to combat and Stampin' Up! works hard to keep on top of it. If you spot SU! items that you think might be counterfeit, you can send an email to Infringements@stampinup.com with:
  • A link to the webpage where counterfeit products are shown or listed (direct links are preferred over screenshots)
  • Name of the stamp set/product (if known)
  • Any other relevant details

OK, now that the serious part is over, did you know that Stampin' Up!'s stamps and inks are made in the United States? Superstar seller Tami White was fortunate to visit the Kenab, Utah facility and kindly posted a video of her tour online!



Your Friend, Christine