Craft Shows I'll be at for 2026

 Hi everyone,

I hope you're all doing well and are getting ready for the holidays to come!  

If you're interested in shopping for some handmade crafts and enjoy browsing at local boutiques, here are some that I'll be at this year.  Come on by to say hello and enjoy the seasonal Christmas atmosphere.      

Sat. Nov. 7, ​10am - 3pm: Dublin Holiday Craft Boutique (Dublin Senior Center)

7600 Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin

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Sat. Nov. 14, ​10am - 3pm: Pleasant Hill Holiday Boutique (Pleasant Hill Senior Center). 

233 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill

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Sat. Nov. 28, 10am - 4pm: Mistletoe Madness (Veterans Memorial Building)

1105 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro​​

Sat. Dec. 7, 9am - 3pm: Believe Holiday Boutique (American High School)

36300 Fremont Blvd, Fremont

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Sat. Nov. 28 - Sun. Dec. 13, 10am - 4pm: Holiday Faire at  Shadelands (Shadelands Museum)

2660 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek.

If you're interested in the 3-course Victorian Tea they have exclusively for the holidays, be sure to call 925-935-7871 soon to book tickets as they sell out very quickly. These are hosted annually by the Walnut Creek Historical Society inside the historic 1903 Hiram Penniman home/Shadelands Ranch Museum.   ​

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Last Chance Product Updated!

Hi Stampin' friends,

FYI, the Last Chance Products rack has just been updated with some new items, which will only be available as supply lasts.  Take a quick look before they're gone! 

Try to stay cool!

15% off Flash Sale!

From September 16–18, you can get select stamp sets at 15% off  that might  have been on your wish list, or use this opportunity to explore new stamp styles!

Act fast—this stamp-tacular sale only lasts for three days! (Only available while supplies last.) 

THREE DAYS ONLY: FREE SHIPPING!

It's almost time for one of my favorite Stampin' Up promotions!  For ​​THREE DAYS ONLY, Thurs. June 11 through Sat. 13, you can get FREE SHIPPING from on orders of $75 or more.  That's like getting a 10% discount on your order, and don't forget to add any Stampin' Rewards to improve your savings!  

With the latest Last Chance Products refresh and the newest catalog release, it should be easy to get all of those goodies you've been looking at for less!

Set up your summer for some creative fun!

Flash Sale May 2nd, new product of the month for May

Hi All,

Two updates for you to get ready for May!

1. On Sat. May 2, you can celebrate National Scrapbooking Day the right way with 20% off select memory keeping products! Of course, many items are also useful for cardmaking or other crafts, so it's a win-win! Here are the details:

• 24 hours only
• 20% off select memory keeping products
• Items available while supplies last

2. Here's a sneak peak at the next Product of the Month for May, Berry Botanical Vellum 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper, available for only $5 with any $75 order! ​ Or you can choose any other Product of the Month that's still available with your minimum order. 

Earn Double Stampin’ Rewards!

 

• For three days only, starting on April 15, earn double rewards (2x rewards = 20% for your next order instead of 10%, good for up to 1 year) for on ALL products, excluding existing Paper Pumpkin subscriptions.
• All orders qualify once the rewards threshold of $20 USD is met.
• (You must have a Stampin’ Up! account and be opted in to Stampin’ Rewards to receive it,  so complete this before the offer begins.)

Especially if you have a larger order to place, this could earn you big bucks on your future order, so it could be almost as if it was "free"!  

Be sure to have your wish list ready to order on the first day, as the most popular items often get sold out first. 

Two more changes at Stampin' Up!

Along with the new SU catalog issues (see the previous post), here are two other changes coming up soon:

Ink pad design to begin gradually over the next two years.  

The new design features a felt (not foam) ink pad in a magnet-based, stackable case; it’s thoughtfully engineered, beautifully functional, and completely top of the line. With an easy, mess-free open and a snap-tight closure, and it holds more ink!  (It's the same design previously produced by  Close to My Heart) 

The rollout won’t happen for the entire ink pad line until 2027, and there is no rush to replace what you already own. The first pads will be available in May 2026, starting with the 2026–2028  In-Colors. Here's a sneak peek video of these new colors and pads in action!

Product Pricing Changes

As you have probably all noticed, prices of everything have gone up these days: food, clothing, etc., and craft supplies are certainly no exception. SU has been delaying increases as long as possible, however due to higher production costs, please expect price increases in the following product categories:

• Select Paper products: Envelopes, Basic White Notecards & Envelopes, and Masking Paper
• Designer Series Paper
• Classic Stampin’ Ink Pads and Refills
• Stampin’ Blends
• Select Embellishments, Twines, and Linen Thread
• Select Stampin’ Cut & Emboss products
• Heat Tool
• Cutting & Scoring Blades Multipacks
• Select Coloring Tools
• Storage
• Select Adhesives
• Paper Pumpkin subscriptions will also see an upcoming price increase. 

More details about Paper Pumpkin will be shared on March 3, 2026.New pricing will apply to the May–August 2026 Catalog.  

So my word of advice: if you have anything on your wish list that is included in the list above, order them soon, before May, to get the current pricing before it goes up.  

Happy to answer any questions, take care.

Big News! A Simpler Catalog Experience—Now Three Times a Year

Starting in May, Stampin’ Up! is refreshing how they share products in print, with a new, streamlined catalog strategy.  Instead of an annual catalog and multiple minis, they will offer  three beautifully designed catalogs per year—each one complete, current, and easy to use on its own. No more overlapping catalogs!

Each catalog will introduce new products alongside a selection of customer-favorite staples (core products)—such as stamps, ink, paper, tools, and adhesives—bringing the feel of a mini catalog and an annual catalog together in one place. This balanced approach creates a well-rounded, easy-to-shop print experience that supports confident ordering, all within one catalog released every four months:

• January–April
• May–August
• September–December

These seasonal catalogs are designed to put products front and center, making it easy for you to  browse, discover, and shop by product category. They also highlight the different ways people enjoy crafting, with products and project ideas organized around three crafting experiences—Step-by-Step, Quick & Easy, and Creativity Your Way—so you can quickly find what fits your needs, time, and creative style.

As long as I'm your SU Demonstrator, I will send you a year's worth of catalogs (3) when it's available (at no cost to you) after you place a minimum order of $75 during the year.  

Thanks for your continued support! 

SU Bonus Days are here!

When you shop between Jan. 6 and Feb. 2, for each $50 spent, you will earn a $5 coupon! Make sure you save all your coupons because you can redeem all of them between Feb. 3 and 28. And don’t forget—each purchase ALSO earns you Stampin’ Rewards*, so that’s even more bang for your buck! 

There’s no limit to how many coupons you can earn, so along with the new Jan. - April Mini catalog, it's a great time to stock up!

Details:

• Earn a $5 coupon for every $50 spent (before shipping and tax).
• All coupon codes will be emailed right after a qualifying purchase has been made.
• You must have a customer account with a valid email address to earn coupons when you  shop. 
• If you earn multiple codes from a single order, you will receive one email with multiple codes. If you earn multiple codes from multiple orders, you will receive separate emails for each code earned.
• There is no limit to the number of coupon codes you can earn per order or throughout the duration of the earning period.
• All Coupon Codes must be redeemed Feb.3–28, 2026. 
• Don't lose the email(s) with your codes!  Neither SU nor I have access to those numbers once they are sent to you. 

*Stampin' Up Rewards: Get 10% of your order's value back in rewards for every online order of $20 or more (before tax/shipping). Rewards are automatically added to your online account, and are valid for 12 months from the date they are earned.

Don't forget to check out SU's Product of the Month each month, an exclusive item available for only $5.00 when you order $75 or more. This month it's the FABULOUS SAYINGS PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET, 11 stamps which are so useful! (Remember, once it's sold out, it's gone. )

Contact me if you have any questions, take care!