At my Catalog Kickoff event I had a display of all the brand new Stampin’ Up! Ribbons, Trims and Twine. I actually bought a roll of every one. And then I thought I should do a video to show them to everyone that couldn’t come to the kickoff or that doesn’t live local to me. They are so much better in real life than they are in the photos in the catalog. And while the video isn’t exactly real life – you can’t touch them – you can see them a little bit better than just looking at the little photo in the catalog.
I took a couple of photos after arranging them in rainbow order – I had all the like styles together while I shared them in the video.
And here is the video. If you are reading this in an email you may need to click through to my blog or YouTube to see the video. And while you are there be sure to sign up for my YouTube channel so you know when I post a new one.
I hope you like seeing all the new ribbon. Which one is your favorite?
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With a new catalog comes new ribbons, new Designer Papers, new basic papers and new Embellishments. Flipping through the pages I always have a long list because I want to see it all and sample it all. So for the past few years I have been offering product shares. This allows you to get a sampling of the new products without having to purchase full packages of everything. I buy them and divide everything amongst a group of people. You can see, feel and play with your samples and then order more of the items you love!
This time I have 6 different choices for you:
Ribbon Share $34 – includes all the new ribbon pg. 158-159
Designer Paper Share $25.50 – includes samples of all the new Designer paper pg. 142 – 144
Color Collections Paper Stack Share $19 – includes samples of all the monochromatic stacks pg. 144
Paper Basics share $9 – includes new items in our basics and base materials pg. 148-149, 151
Embellishments share $8 – includes new embellishments pg. 160-161
Gotta Have it All $95 – includes the 5 shares mentioned above plus the new sequins
Choose any combination that you would like. The shares will be available to pick up at my house or I can mail them to you for the cost of postage. Payments due June 14th for orders going in on the 15th. If you have questions let me know.
The new catalog is live! And it is a beauty of a catalog with lots of fun new products and full of samples and ideas. This new catalog is very user friendly! On my blog there is a link in the right had side bar to the pdf. And if you want one in real life (its always better to have one in hand) then contact me. I have copies here for my Stamp Club, card clubs and regular customers. If you aren’t near me I’ll have to mail it to you so I need to confirm an address with you – so you’ll need to email me.
I wanted to mention a few new things this catalog has –
It’s organized by projects/events – birthday, memory keeping, kids, decor, etc.
sections feature the stamps with coordinating accessories
the first 2/3 of the catalog feature stamps (with coordinating accessories listed with a featured sample or technique) and the accessories section is in the back divided by category.
Kits and bundles are included again. Bundles have coordinating products at a 15% discount!
the catalog has increased by 40 pages
throughout the catalog we have listed supplies with item numbers and prices for a few samples to make it easy to buy what you need to make that sample
samples are either “you can make it” or “everything you need”
some samples are marked as “quick & easy”
in the back is the stamp index with section icons
plus a brand new Greeting & Alphabet index!
and the accessory index is back
don’t miss the Ronald McDonald House Charity stamp set inside the back cover
Hostess sets are still at the back – and I love them!
Enjoy the new catalog! I’m sure you will LOVE it!
I have Ribbon Shares for all the new ribbons. I sent an email this morning to my customer email list. If you are interested and did not receive the email please let me know and I can send it to you.
Ribbon shares are a great way to get some of all the new ribbons without having to purchase fulls rolls of each color. Share the roll and share the cost. See the details below.
Q: What is your favorite ribbon bow technique?A: Well, I’d like to say it’s a natural ability, but that wouldn’t be true! I’ve learned how to make a bunch of great bows through resources from Stampin’ Up! and my fellow demonstrators. Here are 5 of my favorite bows as well as tips for making them.
1. Two Colored Double Bow: Layer two 18” ribbons. Layer ribbons then tie a standard bow. Before pulling the bow loops to tighten the bow, take a moment to twist the ribbon ends so they lay straight. Pull bow loops to tighten, then fan the inside bow loops out from behind the top loops.
2. Elegant Bow: Lay a 5” piece of ribbon out flat. Add a dab of SNAIL to center of ribbon. Fold in right end and adhere to center. Add a dab of SNAIL on top of ribbon end. Fold in left end and adhere to center. Add a dab of SNAIL on top of ribbon end. Place one end of 2” ribbon over center of ribbon, creating a “T” shape. Add a dab of SNAIL on top of 2” ribbon end over folded ribbon. Wrap 2” ribbon around folded ribbon until it overlaps and adheres to itself. Pull ribbon snug so it is flat, but not so tight it causes the folded ribbon to gather. Trim off excess ribbon. Press bow flat or push the ends gently to puff it up a bit. Add to card or layer on top of a ribbon strip.
3. Perfect Double Bow: Select a brad and spread prongs out flat. Begin with 18” ribbon. Use a ruler or estimate the lengths. Fold ribbon 3” from end with 3” section on top. Hold finger over folded layers 1” from fold with loop to left. Fold long end towards your finger to create 1” loop on right. Keep finger over center to hold layers in place. Fold long end back to center to make 1-1/2” loop on left. Fold ribbon back to center again creating 1-1/2” loop to right. Pinch ribbon at center and pick up layers. Set layered ribbon on brad with opened prongs. Fold prongs over ribbon and press flat. Trim ends.
4. Hole Bow: Punch a hole in card stock with 1/8” or 1/4” punch. Thread both ends of a 22” long ribbon up through hole from bottom. Slide ribbon loop around card stock and tighten by pulling ends. Keep ribbon ends the same length. Split ribbon ends so one comes out above ribbon and one comes out below. Make sure ribbon isn’t twisted. Tie a basic bow. Fluff and adjust bow as needed and then trim ribbon ends.
5. Fork Bow: Begin with a standard dinner fork with four tines and a 10” piece of ribbon. Place ribbon across front of fork with 1/3” of ribbon to left of the fork. This end will stay stationary. Wrap right end of the ribbon around behind the fork, around left edge, over the top of the first end. Thread end down through space between the center fork tines below where the first ribbon crosses. Pull ribbon up behind the fork and through the space between center fork tines. Knot the two ribbon ends firmly. Slide ribbon from fork and trim ends.
Go Bow Crazy
Have fun practicing and experimenting with these bows and different types of ribbon. Pretty soon your friends will be asking you how your bows always look so great! We have a number of ribbons retiring this month. Make sure to order your favorites before they are gone!
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