Let's Talk about INK

As you have probably figured out there is a re-vamp not only of the Core Colors for Stampin' Up, but also the styles of the ink pads!  First let's see some Colors!  You will be able to order June 2nd from the NEW catalog for the NEW Colors. 

Love them all!  Nothing is changing with the In Color program.  We have them for 2 years and 5 Retire and another 5 are added. 

Here are the 5 Retiring this year.  These are the Colors you may want to purchase if you want to keep these colors in your Craft Stash!

The retiring 2016-2018 In Colors are:

• Dapper Denim
• Emerald Envy
• Flirty Flamingo*
• Peekaboo Peach
• Sweet Sugar Plum

*Please note that while Flirty Flamingo is retiring as an In Color, it will continue to be available as part of our core color collection.

We are also retiring 13 Core Colors, here they are:

On May 31, 2018, thirteen colors are retiring.

• Always Artichoke
• Chocolate Chip
• Elegant Eggplant
• Island Indigo
• Marina Mist
• Perfect Plum
• Pink Pirouette
• Rose Red
• Soft Sky
• Tangerine Tango
• Tempting Turquoise
• Wild Wasabi
• Wisteria Wonder

So stock up on these Retiring colors while supplies last!!  You can order while Supplies last until May 31st.  Historically the retiring colors, ink, refills and paper sell out, so order as soon as possible for best selection!

And here is how the re-vamped Color Collections will look in the NEW Annual catalog:

There are 6 returning Colors......Mint Macaron, I have missed you!!! And 12 NEW Colors....LOVE all the new names!  Granny Apple Green.....HOW FUN!  See if you can find them and COMMENT with at least 2 more (that I did not mention)for a PRIZE!!!!*******

If you notice Basic Black, Whisper White and Very Vanilla are no longer in any of the groupings, that means we get 3 more COLORS!!  Woo HOO!!!  Bundles will be offered in the NEW Core colors to fill out you Color Collection of stamp pads, card stock and markers and will be available to order on June 1st. 

Now for some Q&A:

Why did we change the case?

The case’s manufacturing mold was about to expire. We can only use a mold a limited number of times before we need to replace it, so we had to decide if we wanted to order more of the same molds or try to improve the design. We chose to improve it!

What’s better about the case?

We wanted the new case to:  

• Be less confusing to open. Opening the new ink pad case is now more simple and intuitive—just insert your thumb in the lip at the front of the case and lift it to open.
• Have a tighter fit between the lid and the base. With the new design, the lid doesn’t accidentally become disconnected, which was a common problem with the old case style. With use, the lid will be easier to slide open and close.
• Be stackable. The ability to stack the cases makes them easier to store and transport. We designed a nub in each bottom corner that fits nicely into the dimple on the top of another case. Tip: Removing the label stickers from the bottom of the case (after applying the needed labels to the case) also makes the ink pads stack a little better.
• How is the ink different?
  We improved our ink formula because we noticed that our old ink would sometimes bubble, especially on new pads and with lighter colors. When this happened, the ink wasn’t as even and smooth when stamped as we’d like to see it.
  The improved ink formula will:
  • Reduce ink bubbles.
  • Help you get a smooth coating of ink on the stamp.
  • Help lay down the ink better.
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Can I use an old ink refill on a new ink pad or a new ink refill on an old ink pad?

Yes! You absolutely can with the exception of the Basic Gray Archival and Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ inks. Archival and Classic inks should not be mixed. All other Classic Stampin’ inks will work fine.

There is actually MORE, but by now I am sure I have LOST you!!  SO stay tuned, BUY your RETIRED Colors NOW and watch my Blog for exciting new projects using NEW Colors!  

Use this HOSTESS  code 7GXVC6SH.  This Hostess Code will close April 30th at 6pm.

If your order is $150 or more DO NOT use the code.  You have qualified for your own Hostess Benefits and can redeem them at the time of your order.  Check out the Hostess only sets on pages 220-223 of the catalog.  The only way to earn these stamps is to have a $150 or more order.  Use your Hostess $$ to purchase the exclusive Hostess sets or purchase other catalog items.

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