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About Stamp with Jini

My name is Jini Merck and I'm a Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator. I love being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, not only do I get to be creative every day, I also get to be a creative coach, offering fresh project ideas and encouragement to my customers and friends. For me, helping someone create that perfect project for a special occasion is the best feeling in the entire world. After all, creating cards, scrapbook pages, and gift items is about more than just stamps and ink—it’s about sharing a part of yourself with the people in your life. I live in Clarkesville which is in the North Georgia Mountains with my husband and two children. Although my family keeps me busy I enjoy the creativity of stamping and crafts and the fellowship stamping brings into my life. Spending time creativing cards and gifts for friends and family has been one of my favorite hobbies over the years.

Handsomely Suited & 2021 Catalog Sneak Peek

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If you have a hard time creating for the guys in your life the Well Suited Suite might be just the thing you need to have for creating great cards. While the Handsomely Suited stamp set (154444) is great for the guys the Suit & Tie Dies (154322) that are part of the Bundle (156240) are great for creating all kinds of projects – the choices are endless simply by mixing and matching.

Today I’ll be sharing some cards for the guys in our lives using this suite. This first one uses the fun Well Suited Designer Series Paper (154562) for a fun fold birthday card.

And this next one creates a great card for Father’s Day that’s been done in the classic color combination of red and black.

And this final card uses the Classic Label Punch (Retiring 141491) for the sentiment. Can you see the added texture in the background?

The Absolutely Argyle 3D Embossing Folder (Retiring 151590) was used to create some texture. Choose the Suite Collection (155983) and you’ll get everything in the suite in one easy number that includes a 10% discount on the Handsomely Suited Bundle too.

Why not stop by my online store and check it out? And of course while you are there you can stop by the Clearance Rack and the Last Chance List for the 2020 Annual Catalog too. There are some great discounts right now.

2021 Annual Catalog Sneak Peek

The NEW Annual Catalogs are in the mail and are starting to arrive. If you are a current customer of mine you’ll be getting yours soon. So today I thought I’d share my unboxing for some of the great items I was able to PreOrder from the Annual Catalog.

2021 Annual Catalog PreOrder Sneak Peek Video

Of course, the In Colors are always my favorite place to start looking when I get the catalog – nothing like new colors! And this is the first year I think I’ve LOVE them all, typically there is one color that takes me a bit to fall in love with, but not this year. Here is a preview.

Fresh Freesia, Polished Pink, Soft Succulent, Evening Evergreen, and Pale Papaya!!!

There is nothing like them in our color families – so over the next few days I thought I’d share some color comparisons with you. Today I’ll be highlighting Fresh Freesia and Polished Pink for you.

Fresh Freesia is a lovely shade of purple that will bring a smile to your face – I just love purple and am so happy we have this option. I’ve included the retiring Purple Posy for you in this first comparison so you can see its nothing like the Purple Posy that is retiring.

And Polished Pink is cheerful and a perfect shade of pink! A bit softer feeling than our Magenta Madness and Melon Mambo, but bolder and more of a true pink feeling than our Flirty Flamingo

So what do you think? Like the new colors?

Don’t forget and make sure to stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing the 2021-2023 In Colors Evening Evergreen and Soft Succulent with you and some more comparisons too.

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Team Fun & Butterfly Brilliance

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I love getting together with my Team everyone month, we stamp, share, and enjoy catching up. Part of our meeting is sharing projects and seeing what everyone has been stamping. This month our swap theme was the Butterfly Brilliance Bundle (155821), so I thought I’d share the wonderful projects everyone brought.

These first cards I’ll be sharing with you use the Butterfly Brilliance Bundle and some fun folds. I can’t pick a favorite? Can you? This fun fold is called a stand up card and is created with some quick score lines. Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends (154883) were used to color the butterfly and then a Basic Black (121045) die cut piece was added on top.

Our Blending Brushes were used on this next card to create a lovely soft background for the butterflies and the Story Label Punch (Retiring 150076) was used to highlight the sentiment.

And finally this lovely card done using a variety of our Stampin’ Blends. Butterflies peak out from behind the card front sentiment layer.

For this next fun Pop Up Card the Dragonfly Garden Bundle (154411) was used.

The punch was used to cut out the Dragonflies from the Dandy Garden Designer Series Paper (Retiring 154297) for the center’s pop up.

Fun right? And finally a lovely card using the Best Plaid Builder Dies (Retiring 152720) and the Forever Fern Bundle (Retiring 154094).

Laying Circle Dies (151770) were used to highlight the sentiment. I just love the Pretty Peacock (Retiring), Night of Navy, and Just Jade together. How about you?

If you’d like a group of crafters to hang out with the Blue Mountain Stampers might just be the place you are looking for. And did you know right now is a great time to join since you can preorder a selection of items from the NEW 2021 Annual Catalog? Allowing you to get new items first. Yep, it’s one of the things I love about being a demonstrator!

What are the Blue Mountain Stampers?

That’s the name of our stamping community. I enjoy welcoming new members to our group. We’re from all over. If you’re considering joining Stampin’ Up!, you may have questions about how I would support you as part of my team. I do offer a variety of ways to learn, grow and to have FUN as a Blue Mountain Stamper!

  • Exclusive Team Resource Page – videos, PDFs and more
  • Exclusive Face book Group – A great way to share and connect with other team members and share
  • Monthly Creative Challenges
  • Swapping Opportunities
  • Team Retreats
  • Meetings – both local and online/virtual
  • Monthly Crafting Day
  • Monthly Lunch & Learn
  • Recognition & Incentives
  • Training available for workshops, clubs, classes and more!
  • Additional support and business coaching available

We have a very active group that share and answer each other’s questions on our Exclusive face book group.  If you’re looking for fun, a place to grow and share with others…You’ll fit right in!

Hobbyists are welcome!

  • Did you know?  90% of my Blue Mountain Stampers’ are Happy Shoppers – purchasing for themselves, (along with their family and friends.)  That’s right…you can just get a discount on products you love!
  • We welcome the crafter who’s looking to be a “happy shopper” (and save money), as well as those of you that want to build a business (and make money).
  • Everyone is welcome after all there’s room for both and everyone in between.

And there is NO Obligation when you purchase your starter kit – Join the Blue Mountain Stampers and see what it’s all about!

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If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

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Dino Days

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Seems like most children have a fascination with dinosaurs at some point, I know both my kids did. I’m sure that Barney had something to do with that too. LOL But who doesn’t find them fascinating, the mystery and size of them makes one wonder exactly what were they like? And while movies have given us a more “realistic” look in recent years the Dino Days stamp set (149406) is just sooo cute!

and I love the little sentiments in this set, perfect for our little ones. And for those of you who love coordinating Dino dies (149636), we have those too and they are on sale right now since it’s on the Retirement List!

This first card is done in Sahara Sand and So Saffron and the dies has been used to create the back drop using the negative space to allow the color to show through.

And how about this next card done in Night of Navy and Balmy Blue? A Sponge Dauber was used to create the clouds in the back ground

And don’t you love the “coconut” pearls on tree? Cute, right? If you have a little someone who loves dinosaurs this might be just the thing for you!

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code 9TYDDCU7

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Butterfly Brilliance Stamp Set that’s available now as a sneak peek into the 2021 Annual Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

Cute Fruit

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Do love fun colorful cards? If so you will enjoy today’s cards that pack a “punch”. LOL. Get it fruit punch? Bad pun I know but I just couldn’t resist.

The Cute Fruit stamp set (153301) is one that is part of our Cute Fruit Cards & Tag Bundle (154420) of products, making it quick and easy way to create.

While this bundle makes it easy to order with the Bundle number, you can order the items individually if you prefer. Want to see some fun cards made with this set? Such a great tropical feel to it right? Check out these fun cards using this set.

Pineapples – done in shades of Granny Apple Green and Bumblebee. This first card reminds me of my husband who loves pineapple, but never knows when they are ripe enough to cut.

I’d love to take a tour of a pineapple farm (are they called farms?) when in Maui and he’s not overly excited about it. I told him when else can you see them in the fields like that? And after his comment of not knowing when they are ripe, it is a good way to learn how to tell if they are ready to cut. That gave him pause! LOL I may just get to see take the tour now! (Personally I think that is just his excuse not to have to cut it up since he wants me to do it for him, but it sounds good to me since I’m not sure myself.)

And how about this next card using scraps. Fun, and colorful – what a great way to use up your strips of card stock. We’ve all got them in our craft rooms.

Yes, I’ll admit it I’ve got them too. And this simple technique is a great way to use them up! Think of all the possibilities.

And finally this fun little card done in Coastal Cabana, Early Espresso, Granny Apple Green and Bumblebee. How can you not smile when you see that little face?

I’m sad to say that this stamp set will be retiring and no longer available after May 3rd, so if you like it as much as I do and are ready to create, why not order yours today? Or wouldn’t this make a great gift for someone special?

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Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code 9TYDDCU7

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Butterfly Brilliance Stamp Set that’s available now as a sneak peek into the 2021 Annual Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

Have you Saved Your Spot for my April Card Class?

The Right Triangle

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Are you a quilter? Do you love or teach math? If so this stamp set might just peak your interest. The Right Triangle stamp set also works with the Stitched Triangles Dies (152710) which gives you more options with its fun stitching.

Check out these cards made with The Right Tangle Bundle (154079) which is retiring soon. This first card is done in a bright and cheerful color combo.

The bright Daffodil Delight teamed up with our Granny Apple Green gives you a happy feel I think. While this next card gives you a totally different feel with it’s earthy colors.

The Bumblebee and Cinnamon Cider has been used with our Tasteful Textile 3D Embossing Folder (152718) along with the Faux Suede Trim (152472) for a bit more texture. And the sentiment is from the retiring Here’s a Card stamp set (149438).

So what do you think? Want to check it out? You can see this and other Retiring products in my Online Store, simply by clicking on the link below.

Visit my Online Store

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code 9TYDDCU7

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Butterfly Brilliance Stamp Set that’s available now as a sneak peek into the 2021 Annual Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

April’s Card Class Sign Up starts today!

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Make 6 cards with envelopes (you’ll make 2 each of 3 designs)

Choose from my LIVE event or Online Class option – the choice is yours. Either way you’ll get the same great class!

Live Class Date: Thursday, April 22nd

Live Class Time: 10 to noon

FREE Class – Use Host Code 4PRPAJYN, place a qualifying purchase and get the class for FREE!

Class Fee Only $20  (Includes your class PDF & pre-cut supply kit)


Class PDF & Videos $10  (no kit or product included)

RSVP and prepay to hold your spot by Friday, April 9th

It’s simple:

  1. Sign up for class
  2. Let me know if you want to attend the LIVE event or receive an Online Kit
  3. Place your order using my Class Host Code 4PRPAJYN by the RSVP date, April 9th, to receive a free class. If your order is more than $150 do not use the host code instead contact me to let me know you would like the class.
  4. Pay the Paypal invoice I will send you a PayPal Invoice for the Kit’s $8.05 priority postage if you want your kit mailed or $20 if you just want to pay the class fee and not use the Host Code. You do not have to have a PayPal account, simply use your card to pay the invoice by following the instructions. Or you can make arrangements for another payment method.

All Classes come with project PDF and Videos. Class Kit will be mail by Wednesday after LIVE event

What does my Online kit include?

  • Pre-cut supplies to make 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs)
  • Class PDF and Videos showing you how to create these projects
  • Envelopes so you can mail your projects when you are ready

RSVP and prepay: Friday, April 9th


RSVP is a must for all events!

[email protected] or call 706-754-7124

Want the Class for FREE?  

Simply use the Class Host Code 4PRPAJYN to place a minimum qualifying purchase of $35 for any product by the RSVP date of April 9th prior to the class.

Class Supply List:

You’ll need the following supplies to complete the projects as designed if not attending the LIVE event.

  • *Pretty Perennials Stamp Set #154435 $18
  • Basic Gray Classic Ink #149165 $7.50
  • Coastal Cabana Classic Ink #147097 $7.50
  • Flirty Flamingo Classic Ink #147052 $7.50
  • Granny Apple Green Classic Ink #147095 $7.50
  • Highland Heather Classic Ink #147103 $7.50
  • Mango Medley Classic Ink #147093 $7.50

*Pretty Perennials Bundle #156234 $45 (This includes the stamp set and Perennial Petals Dies # $32)

Adhesives are not included in class

Need Adhesives? Let me know and I can have some for you at class or add it to your order when using the Host Code if you are choosing the Online Option.

Click HERE to see my complete Calendar of Events

I’ve tried to design classes with pricing that allows you flexible options. Please let me know if you have any questions.

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Let’s say goodbye to the Boho Indigo Product Medley

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Do you love shades of blue? If so this Product Medley might be something you’ll enjoy crafting with. What is a Product Medley? It’s a group of coordinating products including stamps and dies all wrapped up in one kit. If you haven’t noticed it in the past you’ll want to be sure to check it out since it is part of our retiring products that will be gone for good on May 3rd.

And great news there is a Refill Kit (153925) option that is 40% off too so you can stock up on these wonderful consumables for even more crafting!

Check out these lovely cards using the product found in the Medley (153132).

So what do you think? Love the Boho Indigo Product Medley too? Why not stop by my Online Store and see all the Retiring items today? There are discounts up to 75%.

And if you would like to mark your catalog I’ve done a walk through of the catalog yesterday sharing the way I mark my catalog so that I can see all the items on the list. You can check it out HERE.

https://www.stampinup.com/?dbwsdemoid=2048121

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Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code 9TYDDCU7

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Let’s Walk Through the 2020 Annual Retirement List Together!

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Walk through the catalog with me in my 2020 Annual Catalog Retirement list video walk through.

We are visual folks, right? So let me walk you through the Catalog and I’ll help you mark the items that are retiring on May 3rd so you have a quick easy visual so you can see things at a glance while you create your shopping list!    

Here is what you’ll want to have:  

  • Highlighters
  • Printed lists (if you want one)
  • A comfy place with space to spread out

If you’d like to print the list to have while we mark our catalogs, I’ve provided them in the links below.  

  • Retired Stamps & Accessories List PDF

Then Shop with me Online

Make sure that you are shopping with me

You’ll find my name, Jini Merck in the bar across the top of the screen or you can choose me while checking out.  

When you shop with me regularly you’ll continue to receive free catalogs and promotions, etc.

What do I need to know To Get My FREE Gift?

Use my Host Code 9TYDDCU7 and get a free gift from me!

The 2021 Annual Catalog is right around the corner and I won’t be able to mail you one if you have chosen no contact.

Are you eligible for a FREE Stampin’ Up! 2021 Annual Catalog? I’m currently working on my mailing list for shipping the 2021 Annual Catalogs (and will be finalizing it by March 28th)

You’ll be the first to get one (around late April) if:

Are you a frequent customer of mine?

If you ordered a minimum of $50 from me in the last three months (or 90 days) you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up!Catalogs.

Have you hosted a Private Party? If you have gathered with friends in the last 3 months (or 30 days) you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up! Catalogs.

Haven’t ordered from me for awhile or are new? Place an $50 order with me during March and you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up!Catalogs. (If you are placing an Online Order make sure your information is up to date, the mailing address is correct, and you’ve allowed me to contact you. if you didn’t choose the contact option I can’t mail you a catalog. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! directly at 1-800-782-6787 if something needs to be corrected in your Online Store profile).

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code 9TYDDCU7

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Butterfly Brilliance Stamp Set that’s available now as a sneak peek into the 2021 Annual Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

It’s the right time for a World of Good

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Spring always turns our eyes to graduation and the World of Good Suite of products is a great place to start for those graduation, retirement or masculine cards that you need to create.

Check out these lovely cards made using this Retiring suite of products. They have lots of texture, rich color that will make an impression.

So what do you think? If you love this wonderful suite of products that is part of the Retirement List you’ll want to get them before they are gone!

Our Retirement List is while Supplies Last and these items will be gone for good on May 3rd.

Stop back by later today when I’ll be doing a video walking you through the 2020 Annual Catalog, so you can quickly and easily mark which items are retiring. It’s always helpful to see things easily in the catalog so you can get your shopping list for the things you’re wanting.

Just a note: I’m working on my 2021 Annual Catalog mailing now and will finalize it March 28th. If you have placed an order with me during the last 3 months you’ll automatically get a copy. (Just a note if you place your orders in my Online Store please make sure your mailing address is up to date.)

If you haven’t ordered with me recently, you can place an order with me now so you’ll be included in my mailing. Or if you prefer you can email me ([email protected]) and request a 2021 Annual Catalog. If you are not a customer that shops with me, the Catalog is still FREE and you’ll simply pay the postage. After I receive your email I’ll send you an invoice for the postage to be paid by PayPal.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Beautiful World (*152994 Retiring)

Paper: World of Good Specialty Designer Series Paper (152491 Retiring) and Brass Foil Sheets (153057 Retiring)

Accessories: World Map Dies (152712 Retiring), Old World Paper 3D Embossing Folder (153200 Retiring), Misty Moonlight (153624 Retiring) and Cinnamon Cider 1/4″ In Color Ribbon (152482 Retiring)

*Beautiful World Bundle (Retiring 154091)

Online Store Cinnamon Cider

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code 9TYDDCU7

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to send you your free gift, a FREE Class using the Butterfly Brilliance Stamp Set that’s available now as a sneak peek into the 2021 Annual Catalog.

If your Online order is $150 or more make sure not to use the host code so that you can take advantage of the Host Benefits yourself – No worries, I’ll still send you your free gift. It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

Last Chance List for the 2020 Annual Catalog is here!

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The Retirement List is now LIVE

I’m going to keep this short and sweet because I know you want to see the lists! Many products are only available while supplies last, so be sure to get your orders in early! (And remember that some items having amazing discounts!)

Sooo….Here are the Retirement Lists that have just been announced by Stampin’ Up!

You can always go to my Online Store and look at the Retiring Items there to see everything and see it easily.

A couple of important things to note as you go thru the lists

  • Bundles may being listed as Retired BUT that doesn’t mean the Stamp set and Dies are. However, the 10% Discount is going away. Please look for the stamp set and die to be on the list listed separately if it is being Retired,

2020 Annual Catalog

Retired Stamps & Accessories List PDF

Retired Stamps & Accessories Excel File

Please remember that its While Supplies Last (this includes: stamps, Ink, Reinkers, Card Stock, Designer Series Papers, Ribbon, Dies, etc.).

Make sure you have got your favorite 2019-2021 In Colors that are being affected by the Retirement List in the 2020 Annual Catalog – Your favorite colors are sure to go fast!

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.   And of course you can stop by my Online Store to SEE all the products on the list – just look for the Retirement Category in the drop down menu The fine print:

  • Only select items in the 2020–2021 Annual Catalog will be discounted.
  • No minimum purchase is required.
  • Retiring items are available while supplies last.
  • Items and discounts may vary by market (depending on inventory levels).
  • Exclusions apply: Carryover items and some retiring items will not be discounted.
  • Items carrying over from a mini catalog into another mini catalog will not be available until that catalog is released.
  • Items carrying over from the annual catalog to another catalog will be available continuously.
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Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code 9TYDDCU7

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to contact you (If you chose no contact in the past you’ll need to call 1-800-Stamp Up to have them change your profile for you.)

The 2021 Annual Catalog is right around the corner and I won’t be able to mail you one if you have chosen no contact.  

Are you eligible for a FREE Stampin’ Up! 2021 Annual Catalog? I’m currently working on my mailing list for shipping the 2021 Annual Catalogs (and will be finalizing it by March 28th)

You’ll be the first to get one (around late April) if: Are you a frequent customer of mine?

If you ordered a minimum of $50 from me in the last three months (or 90 days) you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up! Catalogs.

Have you hosted a Private Party? If you have gathered with friends in the last 3 months (or 30 days) you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up! Catalogs.

Haven’t ordered from me for awhile or are new? Place an $50 order with me during March and you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up! Catalogs. (If you are placing an Online Order make sure your information is up to date, the mailing address is correct, and you’ve allowed me to contact you. if you didn’t choose the contact option I can’t mail you a catalog. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! directly at 1-800-782-6787 if something needs to be corrected in your Online Store profile).