Bittersweet News From Stampin' UP!

 Big Changes Coming to Stampin' UP! – Here's What You Need to Know! 💕

Hello, crafty friends!

I hope you're having a wonderful day filled with creativity! I wanted to share some important news that came from Stampin' UP! today about upcoming changes to our beloved crafting supplies.

Red Rubber Cling Stamps Are Saying Goodbye

By April 2026, Stampin' UP! will be phasing out their iconic red rubber cling stamps. While this news might feel bittersweet for those of us who've loved these stamps for years, the reasons make sense. More crafters are gravitating toward photopolymer stamps for their convenience and clarity, leading to declining red rubber sales. Additionally, sourcing the materials for red rubber stamps has become increasingly challenging for the company.

Stampin' Write Markers Are Also Retiring

Along with the red rubber stamps, the Stampin' Write Markers will also be discontinued. Since these markers were primarily designed to work with red rubber stamps, and sales have declined alongside them, this change feels like a natural progression. If you're like me and have invested in the complete Stampin' Write marker collection, don't worry – I'll definitely be treasuring mine and continuing to use them in future projects!

Silver Lining: Last Chance Savings!

Here's the exciting part – keep your eyes peeled on the Last Chance page! Many of these retiring items will be appearing there at fantastic discounted prices. It's the perfect opportunity to stock up on any red rubber stamps or Stampin' Write markers you've been wanting to add to your collection. Think of it as a treasure hunt with amazing deals!

Storage Gets a Makeover

There's also a positive change on the horizon! Stampin' UP! is switching from DVD cases to clear plastic envelopes for stamp storage – similar to what die sets currently come in. As someone who's always looking for better organization solutions, I'm genuinely excited about this change. Our stamp storage will be so much more compact and efficient!

Embracing Change Together

While change can feel overwhelming at first, I truly believe these updates will benefit our crafting community in the long run. Stampin' UP! is adapting to what we crafters want and need, which ultimately means better products and experiences for all of us.

What are your thoughts on these changes? Are there any red rubber stamps on your wish list that you'll be hunting for on the Last Chance page?

Keep creating beautiful things, and remember – every ending opens the door to new creative possibilities!

With love and happy crafting, Beth ✨