Stampin' Up! 2015 Retiring List--Bargains galore!

One of the biggest changes in our stamping year is when the Retired List comes out; some items are phased out to make room for exciting new ones to come.  This brings the opportunity to order some stamps and accessories one last time, some at great discounts of 15%, 25%, 30% 40% and 50% off before they are gone!

Here is the link for the Retired List in pdf, as well as a sortable Excel spreadsheet file for you to shop through June 2 or while supplies last.  Browse through as soon as you can , since some items may sell out quickly! Also remember to check the Weekly Deals and the Clearance Rack tomorrow 4/22 when new items will be added!
Contact me if you have any questions. :)

FREE shipping ends today!

Last Reminder:  Order anything from Stampin' Up and get FREE SHIPPING until 10:50 tonight (Pacific Time).  Don't miss out, especially if you want to get this month's stamp class for free with your order! See past posts or contact me for more info--hurry !

April Techniques Class Reminder

Just a note that Tuesday, April 7th, is the Deadline  to save your spot for this month's Techniques Stamp Class. It would be fun if you could join us, just let me know!

Today is the first day to get FREE shipping on any order, hooray!  

If you plan on coming to this month's Techniques Class and will order $45 or more to get a FREE class, please be sure to do that with the Hostess Code E3T7H66J by Friday 4/10, 10:50 pm PT.  (If you are coming to the Friday night class and would prefer that I enter it for you, that's okay too, but not for Sunday attendees.) Check the previous post for more details or feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Hope to see you this month!

Blendabilities issues, plus Free Shipping coming up April 6-10th!

 BLENDABILITES INFO:   As some of you may already know, Stampin' Up has found that there is a quality issue with the manufacturing of some of the Blendabilities pens that have been so popular. About 30-40% of the markers have a problem with way the tip is welded to barrel, leaving microscopic (invisible) holes in the marker tip. This leads to accelerated evaporation of the alcohol in the ink. If you have a defective Blendabilities marker, it takes about one to two weeks before it becomes noticeably dry. 
    All sales of the markers has been discontinued.  Please check any markers that you have already purchased, and if you find a dry one and wish to exchange with Stampin' Up for other merchandise or a refund, I can provide a form and more information for you.  No exchanges are possible as the entire inventory has been returned to the manufacturer.  Because of the popularity of this these markers, SU will chart a course for finding a reliable product line that will truly meet the needs of both demonstrators and customers.

And now the good news:  Stampin' UP is offering FREE SHIPPING for all orders for 5 days only, from April 6-10!!  This doesn't happen very often, so it's worth it to check over your stamping supplies and order during this time to save the 10% shipping charge to buy....more stamps!!

Because my April Stamp Class is on 4/10 and 4/12, to get a FREE CLASS with FREE shipping, you will need to place your own order online (for $45 or more)  with the current Hostess Code E3T7H66J by Friday, April 10.  I automatically receive an email whenever you order under my name, so I will know to give you a free class when you come. Your order will be shipped directly to you. Feel free to contact me with any questions.  If you don't order by 4/10, you can still get a FREE class by ordering afterwards and just pay the regular shipping charges.

• Be sure to check out the Weekly Deals, the Big Shot Magnetic Platform and some great dies are on sale this week! 
• Also look at the Clearance Rack, more bargains are there to be grabbed!

Yay, we all love FREE!!

April Techniques and Fancy Folds Class

I love making all kinds of cards, but there's a thrill about creating something that has just a little bit "more" that really makes me excited.  That's why I try to include a "techniques" class at least once a quarter, just to share a few new tricks and  discoveries about card-making with you!

 
     On the top is a Peek-A-Boo card, done up in soft, springy Crisp Cantaloupe shades.  While gorgeous on the front, the surprise happens when you open it up, as the watercolor blooms are covered up by the sentiment page which magically slides into place! I've used this as a Mother's Day card, but there are also many other words available to make this card perfect for different occasions as well.
 
For the "happy" Spring card, I'll show you an easy new way to do the very hand-painted looking watercolor background that you'll just love.  Inside the pocket is a small envelope with its own heart tab to keep the flap closed, perfect for including a gift card or paper money.  This is another card with many word sentiments available in the stamp set Crazy About You, which coordinates so well with the Hello You Thinlits Dies (p. 31 Occasions mini catalog). Instead of "Spring", you could substitute "Mother's Day, Birthday, Graduation, Together", or another instead, your choice!

      The sweet baby card is another magical motion type of card called a Pull Tab Pop-up.  Pulling down on the arrow makes the top layer swing up to reveal the inside, quite a show-stopper.  Once you understand how it's done, you'll want to make up a few more just for fun!

As with all my Techniques Classes, printed instructions with measurements are included.  Be sure to call your stamping buddies and save your spot so you don't miss anything!

Class Dates:
Friday, Apr. 10; 7:00 - 9:30 pm
Sunday, Apr. 12, 2:00 - 4:30 pm (minimum 2)

DEADLINE TO REPLY: Tuesday, Apr. 7

Techniques Class fee = $15, or FREE with any $45 order.
Completed Card set = $18 ( if you miss class or want an extra set!)

Hostess Code = E3T7H66J (See top tab on how to order online and credit towards a FREE class!)

April Accessory Pack:

(Counts towards a FREE class, see top tab for details.)

12" x 12" Lullaby Designer Series Papers - 1 ea. of 6 double sided sheets

16  Sweet Dreams Designer Buttons - 4 ea of 4 designs

1/2 of an Artisan Embellisment Kit (see p. 27 Occasions Mini for details)

Cost = $12.94 (plus shipping and tax)

Contact me today to tell me you can come!