May 1 and Stampin’ Up! has published a new annual catalog! This is full of so many fresh ideas. Yes, there are a lot of flower stamps – can we ever have enough of them? But there are so many other types of images – animals and birds, boats and planes, tv’s and food. It goes on and on. Tons of suites – where a whole set of products coordinate with each other – and bundles – where 2 or more products are sold together at a discount. Plenty of occasions – who’s been looking for a graduation stamp set?? Lots and lots of choices. It really is a great catalog.
You may have noticed that the 2024-2025 Annual Catalog is a little smaller than the last ones. That’s because Stampin’ Up! continues to publish more and more product information online. After all, many of us shop online on a regular basis. Online shopping not your thing? Then feel free to contact me for assistance. In time, I won’t be able to place your order for you as I had in the past. However, I’ll here to help you through the process and to help you find your own way.
Regarding how to find your own way, the new catalog has an interesting presentation of products. Stampin’ Up! describes three different crafting experiences:
- Step by Step – Everything you need to complete a project is provided in a kit.
- Quick & Easy Options – Products are provided in small groups, giving you a little more flexibility than a kit, but not resulting in a lot of leftover products and complicated instructions.
- Creativity Your Way – You prefer to collect lots of products for your stash, choosing them yourself. You also want to learn new techniques.
These are not restrictive offerings. Many of us have each of these crafting experiences at different times.
The catalog shows products in terms of these experiences.
It may seem a little abstract as I sit here and talk about it. But have a look. Once you get into it, it all makes sense.
Many of my customers have contacted me to say how much they like the new format.
I hope that you do, too.
Take a look and let me know! In the meantime, take a look at this card. It uses the Country Flowers stamp set and dies (which you can buy together as a bundle and save 10%), as well as some of the new In Colors (specifically, Summer Splash and Pretty in Pink). Like I said, lots of great products to choose!!
Welcome to the new catalog year!
