Blenabilities Update

I have sad news from Stampin'Up! about Blendabilities.

There has been quality issues with the Stampin' Blendabilities Marker line. Due to the nature of the defect, Stampin' Up! has concluded that difficulties, dissatisfaction, and product returns will only become more widespread. The manufacturer is unable to correct the problem in a manner that Stampin' Up! is certain would meet our high quality standards and provide us with a stable, long-term solution. Therefore, after a great deal of deliberation and in order to prevent further disappointment, the Blendabilities product line has been discontinued.

Blendabilities Q & A

Q: Will the Tuxedo Black Memento Pad (item #132708) and the Tuxedo Black Memento Pad Refill (item #133456) still be available for purchase?

A: Yes. These items will continue to be available for purchase.  (The Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad is my personal favorite black ink.)

Q: What are the quality problems with this product?
A: When the tip is welded to the barrel, the welding process can leave microscopic (invisible) holes in the marker tip. This leads to accelerated evaporation of the alcohol in the ink.

Q: Are all Blendabilities markers defective?
A: No. Most Blendabilities markers work as intended.  For me, I've only experience a couple of markers drying out, and a few customers have experienced that as well.    

Q: What if I have Blendabilities markers that are defective?  
A: If you ordered them with me, please contact me and I will take care of you!

Personal Note:  As disappointed as I am that Stampin' Up! will no longer be carrying this product, I'm proud to be associated with a company that is brave enough to pull a popular product.  Many of you have expressed your happiness with these markers, and like me I know this will sadden you.  But I think it was the right thing to do.  

Contact me with any questions or to order, plus you can order online HERE.  

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Happy Stamping!

 ~ Tammie

Happy New Year Card

You may think it's a little early to start showing New Year's cards, but I had to share this one, and maybe it will get you thinking about other holiday crafting too. I love the Stampin'Up! Holiday catalog, it's filled with fun products and ideas.  I also love the Making Spirits Bright stamp set, here's another card using this set.  This one is from a demonstrator swap we did using products from the Holiday catalog. 

I thought it would be great to make a fun New Year's card for the holiday swap.  I love how well the Blendabilities markers work to color the drink glasses.  I used the Daffodil Delight Assortment, the light, medium and dark shades were perfect for blending. 

Stampin' Blendabilities Markers are alcohol markers made for blending and shading.  Use them with the Memento Pad, a great black ink pad that's perfect for these markers, or anytime you need a good black ink. See all the Blendabilities products on the Stampin'Up! website, and watch the video with filled with tips on how to use these wonderful markers.  

Here are all the cards from the swap.  I loved all the fun ideas.  I can't wait to share more of them soon.

Happy New Years Card Supplies:
Making Spirits Bright (holiday catalog) and Something to Say stamp sets, Whisper White and Basic Black card stock, Brushed Gold card stock, Memento ink pad Tuxedo Black, Blendabilities Daffodil Delight Assortments, Big Shot, Lucky Stars Embossing Folder (Holiday catalog), and Dimensionals

Making Spirits Bright (available in Wood 135086 $27.95 or Clear 135089 $19.95) includes a variety of sentiments to welcome the season.  These great images and saying are fun for the holidays and anytime! 

Making Spirits Bright Stamp set from Stampin'Up!

If you have not gotten your Holiday catalog yet, contact me.  I would be happy to get one to you. 

Shop online to see all the great products from the Holiday catalog and the annual catalog too!  Shop online HERE.

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Any time is a great time to order Stampin'Up! supplies 

or host a party!  Shop Online HERE for all your holiday crafts.

Contact me anytime with questions.  Happy Stamping!

 ~ Tammie

Blendabilites Flower Card

I really like using the Blendabilities markers from Stampin'Up!  Here's another fun card using Blendabilities.  The Blended Bloom stamp is so fun and perfect for showing off the colors.  

Stampin' Blendabilities Markers are alcohol markers made for blending and shading.  Use them with the Memento Pad, a great black ink pad that's perfect for these markers, or anytime you need a good black ink.

Tips for using Blendabilties Markers:

• Use Memento Ink Pad so the markers do not make your stamped image bleed.
• Let the Memento ink dry for 30 seconds before using Blendabilities Markers on your image.
• Work dark to light or light to dark with your markers.
• Use a light touch! Don't push on the marker to blend your colors, instead use gentle strokes and go over the line you want to blend a few times lightly.  The tips are fragile and you do not want to "mash" the tips as you work.
• Be sure to close each marker very tightly, they dry out quickly if left open.
• Do not leave markers open when you change colors, cap each pen before changing to a different color on your image. 
• Want more tips?  Watch the video to learn more about Blendabilities Basic Techniques.

Blended Bloom, And Many More stamp sets, Daffodil Delight, Tangelo Twist, and Whisper White card stock, Memento Pad Tuxedo Black, Blendabilities Pumpkin Pie Assortment, Daffodil Delight Assortment, Large Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Big Shot, Modern Label Punch, Word Window Punch and Dimensionals

Stampin'Up! Blendabilities Markers come in 3 markers per assortment: light, medium, dark.  Have you see the video from Stampin'Up! on Blendabilities?  It's the perfect way to find out more about this great product. Contact me with any questions.

Shop online to see all the great products from the Holiday catalog and the annual catalog too!  Shop online HERE.
Ordering Online?   --   Use Hostess Code:  AQM7JSMT 
Use this code with your online order of $30 or more and receive a free gift from me, Candy Dots (you pick the color).   This code is good through September 30th.  Contact me with any question.

Here are the stamps I used for this card…

The Blended Bloom stamp is a wood-mount stamp.  This flower is gorgeous on its own, but put watercolors or bendabilities markers with it and you'll have a bloom as beautiful as the real thing.

You will love the mix of greetings and fun fonts in this stamp set, And Many More. The sayings are small enough to be an accent but large enough to stand on their own. Some of the sayings fit perfectly in the Word Window Punch, and they are all fun!

Current Stampin'Up! SPECIAL OFFERS & PROMOTIONS

Any time is a great time to order Stampin'Up! supplies 

or host a party!  Shop Online HERE for all your holiday crafts.

Contact me anytime with questions.  Happy Stamping!

 ~ Tammie

Blendabilities Cards

Here's another card from my card class.  I wanted some fall colors and I love working with the Blendabilities markers.  So this card was perfect.

Stampin' Blendabilities Markers are alcohol ink markers made for blending and shading.  Use them with the Memento Pad, a great black ink pad that's perfect for these markers.

Bloom with Hope (hostess) stamp set, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, and Whisper White card stock, Memento Pad Tuxedo Black, Blendabilities Pumpkin Pie Assortment, Daffodil Delight Assortment, Old Olive Assortment, Jewels - Rhinestones, and Dimensionals

Stampin'Up! Blendabilities Markers come in 3 markers per assortment: light, medium, dark.  Have you see the video from Stampin'Up! on Blendabilities?  It's the perfect way to find out more about this great product. You can also see it on the Stampin'Up! website HERE with information about Blendabilities.  Contact me with any questions.

Shop online to see all the great products from the Holiday catalog and the annual catalog too!  Shop online HERE.
Ordering Online?   --   Use Hostess Code:  AQM7JSMT 
Use this code with your online order of $30 or more and receive a free gift from me, Candy Dots (you pick the color).   This code is good through September 30th.  Contact me with any question.

Attend a card class if you are in the Denver area.  I would love to see you at class.  It's lots of fun making cards with friends.  Contact me to attend a class, and bring a friend too (or make one at class), RSVP from my calendar online HERE.  We make fun cards like this every month.  

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Any time is a great time to order Stampin'Up! supplies 

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Contact me anytime with questions.  Happy Stamping!
 ~ Tammie