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We had our new 2015-2016 Catalog Kick off workshop earlier this month, so I thought I'd share some photos and the projects we made.  Here are all the attendees:

I almost felt like it was a mini Hostess Tea.  I thought it would be fun to make some In Color (and a couple other colors) themed snacks for the event.

Everyone who attended received their new 2015-2016 Catalog and a bookmark with the new In Colors.

Here are the 5 projects we made using new colors, stamps and products from the catalog.

Although we used some retired DSP and ribbon, the bag was made using the new Gift Bag Punch Board.  This bag was made using a 6" x 12" pieces of DSP.  Adorable!

This card used our new Layered Letters Alphabet stamp set (also used on the bookmarks).  The card base is made with Mint Macaron card stock.  

This card used Watermelon Wonder for the ink & card stock.  The You've Got This stamp set is new, along with 2015-2017 In Color Envelope Paper.  

Cucumber Crush ink and card stock are one of my new favs and we got to try out the new Sprinkles of Life RMHC stamp set and the coordinating Tree Builder Punch - woohoo!

We also tried out the "kissing" technique using the new stamp set I Think You're Great.  The new Delightful Dijon card stock and ink go well with Chocolate Chip.  

2015-2017 In Color 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock & Classic Stampin’ Pads Kit 138358 Price: $32.50 Get the 2015-2017 In Color essentials in one bundle! The ultrasmooth cardstock is ideal for stamping, so you get clean, crisp images. And the innovative ink pad design has a patented flip-top lid and a firm foam pad to give you a superior stamping experience. Kit contents * 20 sheets cardstock, 4 each in 5 colors: Cucumber Crush, Delightful Dijon, Mint Macaron, Tip Top Taupe, Watermelon Wonder * 5 Classic Stampin' Pads, 1 each in 5 colors: Cucumber Crush, Delightful Dijon, Mint Macaron, Tip Top Taupe, Watermelon Wonder Cardstock * 8-1/2" x 11" * 80-lb. weight * Acid free * Lignin free Ink * Fast drying, dye-based ink * Acid free * Flip top for upside-down storage: pads stay inked during storage * Firm foam pad lasts longer than felt pads and provides exceptional ink coverage, especially with solid-image stamps * Can be re-inked with matching Classic Stampin' Ink Refills * Coordinates with Stampin' Up! cardstock, markers, and embellishments * 3-1/2" x 4-1/2"

Gift Bag Punch Board 135862 Price: $20.00 Instead of buying bags for small treats and gifts, create them in a variety of sizes using the cardstock or Designer Series Paper of your choice. The Gift Bag Punch Board makes it super simple to create gift bags in varying sizes. All you have to do is punch, score, and adhere. * Makes bags 2" deep in heights from 4" to 10" tall * Makes bags in 3 widths: 2-5/8", 3-1/8", 3-5/8" * Lightweight and portable * Has a fold-away score extender and a scoring tool that tucks into a convenient storage slot * Measurements printed on the board * Instructions included

Layered Letters Alphabet Photopolymer Stamp 138692 Price: $27.00 Create your own messages, personalize cards, and more. Use the letters alone or stamp them over the rectangle and circle solid shapes. This is a set you'll use over and over again. Our top-quality photopolymer stamps have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. They're entirely transparent for perfect image placement, and they adhere well to our clear blocks. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 34 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear block (sold separately): b

You've Got This Clear-Mount Stamp Set 139575 Price: $28.00 Send your support and show you care. Lift and encourage friends and family with cards you make with this stamp set. Our clear-mount stamps are made of the same high-quality red rubber as our wood-mount stamps, but they're repositionable. They're precut and ready to go. Temporarily mount these stamps on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for space-saving storage. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). Our premium red rubber will last for years and give a superior stamped impression each time. The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 5 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, e

Sprinkles Of Life Photopolymer Stamp Set 139971 Price: $21.00 Sprinkle positive thoughts wherever you want. This set is chock-full of positivity that you'll want to share with everyone. Stampin' Up! donates time and money to support Ronald McDonald House Charities. To date we've contributed over $1,000,000 to RHMC and their network of local RMHC Chapters. When you buy the Sprinkles of Life Stamp Set, we donate a portion of the proceeds to RMHC. Our top-quality photopolymer stamps have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time. They're entirely transparent for perfect image placement, and they adhere well to our clear blocks. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your photopolymer stamps (blocks sold separately). The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 22 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, c, g

Tree Builder Punch 138295 Price: $18.00 Crafting without punches? Inconceivable! Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest and depth to your projects. And there's no better way to cut out stamped images—many of our stamp sets have coordinating punches. Our punches are high quality, affordable, and easy to use. The Tree Builder Punch has multiple shapes so you can layer them to create a tree, or you can use the shapes separately to create clouds, flowers, and more. * Punch size: 5" x 3" * Tree top approximate size: 1-7/8" x 1-1/8" * Sleek body style * Large surface area offers precise cutting and leverage * Locks to store * Slim and stackable

I Think You're Great Clear-Mount Stamp Set 139868 Price: $18.00 Way to go! You've chosen a great set for showing off your creative skills. Try the kissing technique with this set: Ink a solid stamp, then stamp it on a patterned stamp to transfer the pattern. Then stamp your project using the solid stamp. Our clear-mount stamps are made of the same high-quality red rubber as our wood-mount stamps, but they're repositionable. They're precut and ready to go. Temporarily mount these stamps on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for space-saving storage. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). Our premium red rubber will last for years and give a superior stamped impression each time. The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 5 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, d