03/12/2026
Oh dear, what happened? It is almost the middle of March and here I am posting my monthly blog. I have completely lost all track of time. This weather has been so CRAZY. As I write this, it is cold outside, snowing and the sun is shining. Go figure. I have been a little busy so I’ll use that as an excuse for being late! I’m using the horrible weather to start redecorating the inside of my home. I can’t do anything outside yet so I decided that I was tired of the previous owners decor. Sunroom was first as I had to do some repairs to a wall. I’m waiting to hear from professional painters to have the ceilings in my sunroom, kitchen and hallway painted and then I will be starting to paint the walls in those three areas. All the trim has been done and I’ve purchased blinds for my windows in the sunroom - I need the privacy because you can see right through to my kitchen from the road when you come into the subdivision. I’m excited about the changes that are going to be happening. It’ll bring some newness and freshness to the house - a good coat of paint always does that don’t you think?
I received a surprise in the mail from Stampin’Up. They sent me a 10 year anniversary pin. I guess they’ve been keeping track so if you are interested in purchasing anything, I’m still your demonstrator. On Stampin’Up’s note, I thought I’d bring to your attention some news.
1. Effective May 1 there will be no annual catalogue. Stampin’Up has decided to go with 3 catalogues - May to August, September to December, January to April. I will not be ordering any catalogues so if you are interested in perusing the new one when it’s released in May, you’ll have to do so online.
2. As I’ve mentioned in previous blogs, SU purchased products from Close to My Heart when they went out of business. Over the past year and a half they have brought in a lot of scrapbooking kits into their lineup and effective in May when the new in colours are introduced (the new in colours are very pastel. One is a returning color, Crisp Cantaloupe and one is a periwinkle, called Hydrangea Hue. I’ll leave the other three as a surprise for my April blog!) they will be introducing new stamp pads at the same time. These will be in the format of what Close to My Heart stamp pads were - instead of foam they will be felt, and the cases will be magnetic. This means they will be easier to open. They will also be easier to stack and easier to use. When SU does their next colour refresh, all the colours will then be offered in the new ink pad format
3. There will be a price increase in most products come May, so if there is anything you need, I would suggest you order before then. Stock up, for example, on your blends, reinkers (especially the In Colours that are leaving in May: 2024/2026), cardstock favourites and designer paper. Also, most adhesive and some tools will be having an increase in price.
4. Remember, as far as I know, SU is the only company that colour coordinates their card stock, designer paper, ink pads, blends, gems, and even their ephemera - perfect for cardmakers and scrapbookers. They also offer 12x12 two tone card stock which is perfect for scrapbooking. They have a wide variety of kits available, including scrapbooking kits. And don’t forget about our paper pumpkin subscription (note: there will be an increase in price on our paper pumpkin so if in interested, sign up now before the price increase).
I am looking forward to being out in my garden. I have so many plans now that my decks are almost finished. I’ve got new gardens to plant. I’ve got seed to put on my lawn and I need to have a campfire to get rid of all the odds and ends of wood left over from building the front porch and fallen tree branches and logs from the fall. It’s going to be a busy spring, but I’m excited for it. I think we all need some warmth and sunshine and open windows. What do you have planned for spring?
I hope you’re all well, please be safe, and always be kind. You don’t know what the person in front of you is going through so also show patience.
Hugs,
Cathi