A happy hello, a sad goodbye, weekly deals and a fun new product!

I have a lot to share with you today.  First the good news!  We have a new photopolymer stamp set available called Just Kidding.  I've already ordered this set, so we'll be using it soon.

Just Kidding Photopolymer Stamp Set 140667 Price: $15.95 This funny new set is just what you need for laughs that will last. It's so versatile, you'll find yourself using it over and over again. Recommended clear block sizes are D, G (not included in the set). Our photopolymer stamps offer a versatile all-clear stamping option. You'll find that our photopolymer is top-quality and gives a perfectly stamped image every time. The stamps stick amazingly well to our clear blocks and are easy to place just where you want them. And best of all, you get to enjoy tons of images for a great price! Set Quantity: 15

We also have new weekly deals available through next Monday.  For more details, click here!

ALL ABLOOM DESIGNER SERIES PAPER STACK  Price: $6.95 $5.21	GOLD STAMPIN' GLITTER Price: $3.95 $2.96	MARINA MIST 1/4" COTTON RIBBON  Price: $5.95 $4.46	OLD OLIVE BAKER'S TWINE  Price: $2.95 $2.21
TANGERINE TANGO BAKER'S TWINE  Price: $2.95 $2.21	WILDFLOWER MEADOW CLEAR-MOUNT STAMP SET  Price: $13.95 $10.46	WILDFLOWER MEADOW TEXTURED IMPRESSIONS EMBOSSING FOLDER  Price: $7.95 $5.96

Now for the sad news.  

BLENDABILITIES UPDATE:  There have been continued quality issues with the Blendabilities Markers product line.  Due to the nature of the defect (see below), 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 their high quality standards and provide them 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.  

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 and I haven't personally encountered this problem.   

Q:  What if I have Blendabilities markers that are defective?  If you ordered them through me, please email me for assistance.  

Today's project is a fun card we made in our workshops last month and features our new Chalkboard Paper and Chalk inks.

For the card base, I stamped the Hardwood background stamp in Smoky Slate ink on the card front and used a square framelit to cut the bottom out to create legs for the chalkboard stand.  

I used the Rose Coral Chalk Ink pad for the words and embellished with a clip, twine and sequins.  

Supplies used:
Big Day (SAB) and Hardwood stamp sets
Smoky Slate, Calypso Coral card stock and Chalkboard Paper
Smoky Slate and Rose Coral Chalk inks
Basics Hodgepodge Clips, Tangerine Tango Baker's Twine, Gold Sequin Trim
Squares Collection Framelits

Hardwood Clear-Mount Stamp Set 133035 Price: $13.95 When you walk into a house and see beautiful hardwood floors, you instantly drool. Get that same reaction to your cards with this clear mount background stamp. Set Quantity: 1. First appeared in 2014-2015 Annual Catalog.

Big Day Wood Stamp Set 139109 Price: $0.00 Help someone celebrate their big day with a card filled with your biggest birthday wishes. Set quantity: 5. First appeared in 2015 Sale-a-bration brochure.

Chalkboard Paper 137786 Price: $7.95 One side of this heavy paper has a smooth grain that pairs perfectly with ColorBox Chalk Ink Pads; the other is perfect for Craft Stampin' Ink or Chalk Markers. 10 sheets: 6" x 12" (30.5 x 15.2 cm).

Rose Coral Colorbox Chalk Ink Pad 138091 Price: $5.95 Permanent ink creates realistic chalk effect. Use with Chalkboard Paper to create distinctive designs.