Dec 7, 2020 | August-December 2020 Mini Catalog, Christmas, Kim's Creations |

Year-End Closeout Starts Tuesday
Tuesday, December 8, 2020, marks the beginning of Stampin’ Up!’s Year-End Closeout. The attached list includes the items that will be retired from Stampin’ Up!’s. Look for discounts of up to 50 percent off from items in the August-December 2020 Mini Catalog.
A few of the 50 percent off items include: the
Christmas Countdown Project Kit,
Tag Buffet Project Kit, Wrapped in Texture Embossing Folders, Plush Poinsettia Specialty Paper, Poinsettia Place Designer Series Paper, Gleaming Ornaments Punch Pack, Wonder of the Season Specialty Designer Series Paper, and more. (Shopping site will reflect price changes when the sale begins.)
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Sale begins at 12:01 a.m. Mountain Time on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, and runs through 11:50 p.m. Mountain Time on January 4, 2021, or while supplies last.
Before placing your order, be sure to check the
Clearance Rack. I hear the elves may have restocked it! (Beginning at 12:01 a.m. Mountain Time, December 8.)
Did You Know?
Did you know you can add these sale items to your Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit to get more bang for your buck? Yes, you can. Choose $125 worth of ANY product and pay just $99 + tax (shipping is included). You are even able to add preorder items from the upcoming January-June 2020 Mini Catalog! Click
here to start the process. You’ll be joining the awesome team of Kim’s Paper Krafters and Stampin’ Up!
Please let me know if I can help in any way. I am happy to try to place your order for you. Just understand, the sale is first come, first serve and I may not be able to grab it while it’s available. But I’ll do my best! Yo
Kim
Please note: With the timing of the sale and shipping issues nationwide, your order may not arrive by Christmas.
Coming Soon January-June 2021 Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration Brochure
If you’ve purchased from me during the last year, you’ll be receiving a copy of Stampin’ Up!’s January-June 2021 Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration brochure. If you’re not currently working with a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I’d love to help you with your paper crafting journey. Please contact me if you would like catalogs. PDFs of both catalogs go live Tuesday, January 5.
Here are some card examples made with retiring products.




Dec 6, 2019 | #simplestamping, 2019-2020 Annual Catalog, 3D Projects, Annual Catalog |
Hello Stampers! It’s almost time to dig out your ugly sweater, pour a glass of egg nog, and enjoy the festive traditions of the season with those you love. If you have last-minute gifts to find, I have some quick and easy suggestions for the creative folks on your list. - Paper Pumpkin craft kits in the mail are one-size-fits-all and come pre-wrapped in a pretty box. Available in 1-, 3-, 6-, and 12-month pre-paid subscription or month-to-month subscriptions.The December kit is called Something for Everything and includes a 13-piece stamp set and the ingredients to create 12 full-size greeting cards. Be sure to subscribe by December 10 to get your hands on this all-occasions card kit.
- Stampin’ Up!’s all-inclusive kits are perfect for the crafter on your list. The three kits include a stamp set, ink spot, and the ingredients to create cards. I’d be happy to help you select the perfect kit.
- Looking for something you can wrap? Here are 25 items under $25 dollars!
- Last, but not least, contact me for gift cards for Stampin’ Up! products and classes – available in any amount!
Did you know gift cards are a $127 billion market* and 73 percent of shoppers plan to purchase gift cards this season? That’s a lot of gift cards! Those gift cards will be much more fun to give and receive if they are in a pretty package! So, it makes sense that this month’s tutorial is lovely packaging perfect for gift cards and other small treats! (Unfortunately, the Brightly Gleaming Designer Series Paper is sold out, but any of Stampin’ Up!’s paper can be substituted for this project.) Year-End Closeout is Happening Now Stampin’ Up! is making room for great new products! Check the Year-End Closeout for a selection of discounted and retiring products at kimquade.stampinup.net. Also, remember to check the Clearance Rack. You never know what deals you might find! Sale-A-Bration is on the Way Sale-A-Bration, Stampin’ Up!’s biggest promotion of the year is almost here. Beginning January 3, 2020, you’ll be able to earn free product with purchases of $50 and $100. Look for exclusive stamp sets, Designer Series Paper, framelits, and more. I will be sending both the January-June Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration catalogs to those who have ordered from me in the last year. If you don’t currently work with a demonstrator, I’d be happy to get a set in the mail to you. Just contact me with your address. Thank you so much for your support during the last year! I appreciate you! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year! Happy stamping!
Kim
*Statistics from CardCash.com |
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| WHAT’S HAPPENING
| Upcoming EventsSaturday, December 7, 11 to 4 p.m., Gilbert Classical Academy Craft Show, 1016 N Burk St., Gilbert, Arizona. Thursday, December 12, 10 a.m., Stampin’ Up! Coffee and Cards, QC Junction Cafe, 20275 E Rittenshouse, Queen Creek, Arizona. Join me as we create two greeting cards. Cost is $10 and includes a $5 QC Junction gift card with which to purchase a snack or drink of your choice. Please RSVP. Friday, January 3. January-June Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration catalog go live. Look for a amazing new products in these catalogs. Thursday, January 9, 10 a.m., Stampin’ Up! Coffee and Cards, QC Junction Cafe, 20275 E Rittenshouse, Queen Creek, Arizona. Join me as we create two greeting cards. Cost is $10 and includes a $5 QC Junction gift card with which to purchase a snack or drink of your choice. Please RSVP. |
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Our Acetate Card Boxes (#144628) are handy to have around any time of the year. You can easily give handmade cards as gifts with these clear card boxes. Each box holds five to eight standard cards plus envelopes and you receive ten boxes in each package. Today I want to show you how you can completely change the look and purpose with one cut! |
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1. Cut BoxCut un-assembled Acetate Card Box in half at 4″ along the 8″ side using scissors or a strong guillotine-style cutter. |
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2. Score PaperScore 4-7/16″ x 5″ Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper at 2-7/8″ and 3-1/2″ along the 5″ side. Fold the Brightly Gleaming Paper along the score lines so the star pattern is on the outside. |
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3. Build BoxAssemble one Acetate Card Box half. The finished box is open on one side. Add Glue Dots to back corners of largest scored section of Brightly Gleaming Paper, the side with stars. Slide into box, the smaller scored sections create the top flap. |
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4. Die Cut & PunchDie cut scrap Very Vanilla cardstock with largest circle from the Stitched Shapes Framelits. Punch 1″ circle from scrap Night of Navy cardstock. |
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5. Add FoilCut Copper Foil Sheet to 3/4″ x 4-7/8″. Add Tear & Tape along one long edge of the Copper side. Adhere under the edge of the Brightly Gleaming box flap. Add Tear & Tape towards left edge of flap. |
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6. Copper TrimPinch edges of Copper Trim and pull sideways to stretch the metallic mesh ribbon. It will hold in the shape it is stretched to. Repeat pinching and pulling to create two 4″ pieces. |
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7. Copper StarsAdd tiny dots of Multipurpose Liquid Glue to the back of a large Brightly Gleaming Foil star. Adhere to Very Vanilla circle. Add self-adhesive Star Designer Element to center of small Brightly Gleaming Foil Star. Add to 1″ Night of Navy Circle with a Glue Dot. Adhere to large star with a Stampin’ Dimensional. Add large circle to box flap with Tear & Tape. |
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8. Add FastenersCreate a fastener to hold the box flap closed by adding a self-adhesive hook and loop closure. Adhere one half of the 1/2″ hook and loop dot to the inside of the flap. Close flap to adhere the other half to the box front. |
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9. Fill BoxFill the box with candy, gift cards, or other small gifts. Close flap and this beautiful box is sure to bring a bright, happy gleam to the eyes of whoever you give it to! |
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Acetate Card Boxes#144628 | |
Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper#150429 |
Brightly Gleaming Foil Elements (On Sale)#150431 |
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Kim Quade
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ContactStampin’ Up! Demonstrator
Mesa, Arizona
402-617-7955
kimqskards@gmail.com
www.kimplayswithpaper.com | |
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