I love the Whale Done Set in the new annual catalog. I used the turtle image to create this fun card I sent to my customers who participated in my New Catalog Scavenger Hunt and said they liked the Just Jade color best from all the new In Colors.
Uses Whale Done Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Pool Party Cardstock, Just Jade Cardstock, Just Jade Classic Stampin' Pad, Pretty Peacock Cardstock, Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin' Pad, Whale Of A Time 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Paper Trimmer, Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Take Your Pick, Take Your Pick Die Brush Tip, Paper Snips, Pool Party 3/8" Sheer Ribbon, Fine-Tip Glue Pen or Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Clear Block B, Clear Block G, Stampin' Pierce Mat, 2-1/4" Circle Punch, 2" Circle Punch, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Smooth Sailing Dies, and Seabed 3D Embossing Folder.
You can place an online order for the products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code MQ3NK4UB when you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Kasey Turner. Thanks. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I focused on the Bumblebee color for this fun card made with the Harvest Hellos Set. I sent it to my customers who played along with my New Catalog Scavenger Hunt and said that Bumblebee was their favorite new In Color. Uses Harvest Hellos Cling Stamp Set plus Granny Apple Green Cardstock, Granny Apple Green Classic Stampin' Pad, Soft Suede Cardstock, Bumblebee Cardstock, Bumblebee Classic Stampin' Pad, Flowers For Every Season 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Paper Trimmer, Paper Snips, Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack, Fine-Tip Glue Pen or Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Clear Block A, Clear Block D, Clear Block G, Apple Builder Punch, and Banners Pick A Punch.
You can place an online order for the products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code MQ3NK4UB when you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Kasey Turner. Thanks. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Here's another card I sent out recently to those who participated in my New Catalog Scavenger Hunt back in June. This card highlights the Cinnamon Cider color and the Love Of Leaves Bundle in the Mini Catalog. It went to my customers who indicated that Cinnamon Cider was their favorite new In Color.
Uses Love Of Leaves Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Cajun Craze Cardstock, Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad, Very Vanilla Cardstock, Cinnamon Cider Cardstock, Cinnamon Cider Classic Stampin' Pad, Gilded Autumn Specialty Designer Series Paper, Paper Trimmer, Gilded Gems, Take Your Pick, Paper Snips, Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack, Basket Weave & Metallic Ribbon Combo Pack, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Clear Block B, Grid Paper, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, and Stitched Leaves Dies.
You can place an online order for the products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code MQ3NK4UB when you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Kasey Turner. Thanks. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I'm finally getting the chance to send out coupons to those who participated in my New Catalog Scavenger Hunt back in June. Those who indicated that their favorite new In Color was Magenta Madness got this pretty card featuring the Lovely You Set.
Uses Lovely You Cling Stamp Set plus Old Olive Cardstock, Whisper White Cardstock, Magenta Madness Cardstock, Magenta Madness Classic Stampin' Pad, Regals Stampin' Write Markers Assortment, 2020-2022 In Color Stampin' Write Markers Assortment, Paper Trimmer, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Take Your Pick, Take Your Pick Die Brush Tip, Paper Snips, Ornate Garden Ribbon Combo Pack, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Clear Block A, Clear Block B, Clear Block G, Grid Paper, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, and Birds & More Dies.
You can place an online order for the products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code MQ3NK4UB when you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Kasey Turner. Thanks. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Wooo hooo! The new Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (standard size) shown on page 170 of the annual catalog is now available for anyone to order!
The Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine offers die cutting and embossing options for everyone – from beginning stampers to seasoned crafters. This machine offers the highest quality and makes precise cuts and detailed embossed images every time. It's also simple to store and is easily portable, which makes crafting on the go a cinch! It comes with all the tools needed to get started right away, making it easy to have a fantastic die-cutting and embossing experience from the start.
Here are some of the features of this great new tool:
Durable machine with high-quality results. The solid steel construction frame and rubber feet that securely grip the work surface produce crisp, clean, precise cutting and beautifully detailed embossing. The 6" wide platforms lets you use it with all Stampin' Cut & Emboss Dies and Embossing Folders. The ergonomic carrying handle allows for easy transport and leverage while in use. The handle also flows well and balances the perfect amount of rotation and pressure.
Easy to use. The machine and tools are designed for an intuitive die-cutting and embossing experience. For example, all plates are labeled with a number and are color coded for easy reference and use when building your sandwich. And just like the name suggests, our Magnetic Cutting Plate has a fully-magnetic surface to make it easy to securely position your dies and keep them in place. The platforms are designed to naturally guide products into the rollers for a smooth user experience.
Simple to store. The platform folds for space-saving storage and it looks pretty too – the sleek, clean design suits any crafting space. Overall dimensions when platforms are closed are approximately 5-3/4" x 9-3/8" x 7".
Portable. You can use your machine at home or on the go with its folding platforms and ergonomic carrying handle. The machine only weighs about 8.1 pounds so it is convenient for anyone who likes to attend crops or other crafting get-togethers.
All the accessories are included. All the plates you need to get started are included: 1 Base Plate (Plate 1), 1 Die Plate (Plate 2), 2 Cutting Plates (Plate 3), and 1 Specialty Plate (Plate 4). Of course, you can order extra or replacement plates at any time. The optional Magnetic Cutting Plate and Impression Mats are available separately and are not available at this time. Dies and Embossing Folders are also sold separately.
Here is a quick video pointing out some of the features of the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (standard size):
This quick video shows you how to create the sandwich for die cutting with the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (standard size):
Finally, here's a fast video on how to create the sandwich for embossing with the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (standard size):
Be sure to note that the sandwich is different depending on whether you are using a standard or 3D embossing folder.
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Here are some Q & A about the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (standard size):
A. Yes, it is a fantastic machine! Due to our machine's solid steel construction frame, the tightness and effectiveness of the cutting and embossing will remain intact over time. The precise pressure designed and engineered into the machine also results in crisp, clean, and precise cutting along with beautifully detailed embossing. The new machine has a small footprint, ergonomic carrying handle, easy rotating handle for comfort in use, and strategically designed platforms for superior control. It also includes simple visuals and training for a rapid learning curve. The best part is that all this value is offered at a great price!
A. Yes. There are times that we partner with companies who already offer crafting tools and we rebrand them for Stampin’ Up! This is not the case with the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss machine. It is exclusive to Stampin’ Up! which means the only place you can buy it is through us!
A. The Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine has a three-year limited warranty. To prevent damage to the machine, use as directed and use only with compatible Stampin’ Up! products.
This is what you need for basic die cutting and embossing. Optional plates are sold separately for specialty die cutting and embossing. You can buy replacements for all plates.
A. The Base Plate and Die Plate for the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine include instructions on how to use and sandwich all plates that are included with the machine. Plates that are sold separately come with their own instructions. You can also find instructions at stampinup.com/cut&emboss.
Here are a few of the basics:
The Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine each use a different sandwich. The plates and plate order are not interchangeable. Be sure to reference instructions until you are familiar and confident.
Each plate has a number printed on it. When you build the sandwich, assemble the plates in the order shown in the sandwich diagram for the dies or embossing folders, for each applicable machine.
Colors of similar plates are the same, even though the numbers are not. For example, the Cutting Plates for the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and the Mini Cutting Plates for the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine are the same color. The Specialty Plate and the Mini 3D Embossing Plate (both used to emboss with 3D folders) are the same color.
Sandwich diagrams for the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine are on the plates that come with the machine or inserts for the Magnetic Cutting Plate and Impression Mats.
A. Use the thin, fully Magnetic Cutting Plate in place of your standard Cutting Plate when you want to hold dies securely in place. the Magnetic Cutting Plate is not available for purchase at this time.
A. Use Impression Mats to add more embossed texture to your crafting. Depending on the die, you can cut and emboss or you can use dies for embossing. Use with dies that have decorative ejection holes for additional embossing or use with cutting dies to emboss instead of cut. The Impression Mats are not available for purchase at this time.
A. No. We do not recommend using Stampin’ Cut & Emboss plates in other machines. We designed our plates specifically for our machine, and we have not tested them to work with other machines.
A. No. Because the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine comes with all the plates you need to get started, you don’t need to use accessories from other machines. Our plates are the correct thickness to work with the gap (distance between the rollers) in our machine so you get the best results with the least effort.
Plates designed for non-Stampin’ Up! machines will likely be the wrong thickness. If they are too thick, they’ll make the sandwich too high, which could damage the machine. If they are too thin, you'll need to use shims or run dies through the machine several times to get good results.
To prevent damage to the machine, use the plates that are included with or designed to work with the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. (Compatible products will state that they can be used with the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine in the product description in the catalog and online store.)
A. Yes, but due to differences in product thickness, you might need to use a shim to adjust the sandwich height. However, if the sandwich is too high, don’t force it through the machine—this could damage the machine and void the warranty.
A. Yes. You can use Stampin’ Cut & Emboss dies and embossing folders with most die-cutting and embossing machines. Use the sandwich recommended by the machine’s manufacturer. Because of variances in machines or products, you might need to use a shim.
A. It’s a thin piece of material that is added to the “sandwich” to increase its thickness. A shim increases the pressure on the die or embossing folder, which results in cleaner cuts and better impressions. A shim can be as thin as a single sheet of cardstock. Whether you’ll need one depends on the die-cutting and embossing machine you’re using as well as what dies and folders you’re using with it. There are no standards for die-cutting and embossing machines, so each has a slightly different gap (distance between the rollers). If your dies don’t cut cleanly on one pass, try adding a shim to improve performance. Also, some machines loosen over time and the gap can change slightly, so if your dies don’t cut as cleanly as they did previously, you might want to add a shim. However, if the sandwich is too high, don’t force it through the machine—this could damage the machine and void the warranty.
A. Yes. You can use dies and embossing folders that you bought previously from Stampin’ Up! with the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. However, accessories such as plates and platforms for other die-cutting and embossing machines are not compatible with the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machines.
A. Lifespans on these plates vary based on usage behavior. Cutting Plates naturally become bowed and scratched over time. Replace them when they no longer give you the results you want, such as if the dies stop cutting cleanly or if the plates leave marks on the paper.
To extend the life of Cutting Plates:
Flip the plates so each side gets equal use.
Place dies in different spots on the plate—don’t always place them in the same spot.
To extend the life of the Magnetic Cutting Plate:
Place dies in different spots on the plate – don’t always place them in the same spot.
A. We love to reward hosts and get them excited to hold events and continue to hold more events in the future! When identifying the perks for these rewards, we do our best to identify rewards that are exciting and worthwhile, while also making fiscal sense to Stampin’ Up! Due to this balance we have some items that we choose to exclude from the 50% off Stampin’ Rewards items because of business practicality (for example, products with low margins or products with high retail values). Even with the few exclusions from the 50% off Stampin’ Rewards items, the offering is strong and appealing in rewarding our hosts!
You can place an online order for the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (standard size) or any replacement plates for the standard size machine by simply clicking on the image of them below. Just remember that the machine does come with all the basic plates you need to get started (except for the Magnetic Cutting Pad and Impression Mats which are only sold separately and are not available at this time) so you don't need to purchase replacement plates unless you just want to have extras on hand. Clicking on these images will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code BT2BZ3DU when you place your order to help out my February Club Host, Linda Baskette. Thanks. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I used just the sentiment from the Celebrate Sunflowers Set and combined it with some pretty flowers cut using the Many Layered Blossoms Dies to make this soft and pretty congratulations card. I sent it out recently to one of my Team Members to congratulate her on having the highest sales on the Team one month.
Uses Celebrate Sunflowers Cling Stamp Set plus Gray Granite Cardstock, Highland Heather Cardstock, Highland Heather Classic Stampin' Pad, Whisper White Cardstock, Purple Posy Cardstock, In Good Taste Designer Series Paper, Paper Trimmer, Playing With Patterns Resin Dots, Take Your Pick, Take Your Pick Die Brush Tip, Paper Snips, Gray Granite 1/4" Shimmer Ribbon, Adhesive Sheets, Fine-Tip Glue Pen or Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Clear Block C, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Many Layered Blossoms Dies, and Painted Labels Dies.
You can place an online order for the products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code MQ3NK4UB when you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Kasey Turner. Thanks. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I needed to send out a couple of thank you cards to friends recently and decided to use the sweet sentiment about friendship found in the So Sentimental Set. I found this fun layout which is even easier to create using the new Banners Pick A Punch in the August-December 2020 Mini Catalog. Which version do you prefer, the yellow or the pink?
Uses So Sentimental Cling Stamp Set plus Whisper White Cardstock, Bumblebee Cardstock, Bumblebee Classic Stampin' Pad, Magenta Madness Cardstock, Magenta Madness Classic Stampin' Pad, Misty Moonlight Cardstock, Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad, 2020-2022 In Color Stampin' Write Marker Assortment, Flowers For Every Season 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Paper Trimmer, 2020-2022 In Color Enamel Dots, Take Your Pick, Paper Snips, Flowers For Every Season Ribbon Combo Pack, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Clear Block A, Clear Block H, Grid Paper, and Banners Pick A Punch.
You can place an online order for the products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code MQ3NK4UB when you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Kasey Turner. Thanks. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
