Craftyduckydoodah! July Updates

Hello and welcome to July.  Wasn't June hot?  It was so hot that I had to put my adhesives in the fridge! I was very pleased when the temperature dropped so I could get back to crafting.  I have been toying with the tricky question of what colour should a penguin's beak and feet be - yellow or orange?  Its a tricky question - if you know please let me know!

There is so much happening in the world of Stampin' Up! right now so, here are all the details you need in one place.

New Joining Process

The current join process (circa 2012) has served us well - in fact, more than 16,000 new demonstrators joined in October 2025 alone!  But, even a successful system can be improved.  Beginning 1 July 2026,As part of the new join process, we’re introducing an elevated onboarding experience. All first-time demonstrators will receive a surprise Welcome Box

You can have a look via the link below to see what is in the Welcome Box.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HExg2RgdLoI

I will do a separate post shortly with full details of how you can join.

July Product Of The Month (POTM)

Craft lovely cards and tags adorned with graceful flowers using the Begonia Belle Stamp Set. The two begonia images can be stamped together to build a flower with depth or used on their own to create different perspectives. A bud stamp is sized to rest loosely over the stem image for another option, and leafy accents help complete the flower. Finish your project with one of the sweet sentiments, perfect for sending a warm thank-you or a heartfelt wish.

This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with extra texture and dimension in the colours you want.

The Begonia Belle Stamp Set is the exclusive Product of the Month for July 2026! Only available until stocks run out, don’t wait to get yours!

If you love exclusive products you will love the POTM all for the bargain price of just £5 when you place a qualifying order of £70 or more.  (Available whilst supplies last).

New Kits

Each month SU release two new kits that include pre designed projects that come in a range of project types.  They are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters or, crafters who want quick and easy projects.

Shaded Petals Kit - £25

Want your floral projects to look effortlessly hand-painted? The Shaded Petals Kit is ready to work its magic! Layer pre-cut petals, add soft shaded colour with Sponge Daubers, and finish with coordinating sentiments that pull everything together. From cards to tags to sweet giftables, it turns simple ink blending into petals that look beautifully handcrafted.

Details:

• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
• Folded card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.8 x 14 cm)
• Colours: Calypso Coral, Daffodil Delight, Garden Green, gold, Highland Heather
• Sentiments printed in Dutch, English, French, and German

Kit includes:

• Calypso Coral and Highland Heather Stampin’ Spots
• Step-by-step instructions
• 9 printed envelopes
• Pre-cut paper pieces
• Foil sentiments
• Embellishments
• Sponge Daubers
• Adhesive

Washes of Gratitude - £18

Craft thoughtful thank-you cards featuring gorgeous watercolour designs with the Washes of Gratitude Kit. Heartfelt sentiments of gratitude help you express your appreciation, while pre-cut floral and greenery pieces add delicate dimension. The envelopes include a coordinating printed inner flap for a beautifully finished look.

Details:

• Makes 10 cards: 5 each of 2 designs
• Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
• Colours: Calypso Coral, Darling Duckling, Flirty Flamingo, Peaceful Pine, Secret Sea
• Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.

• Step-by-step instructions
• 10 printed envelopes
• 10 printed card bases
• Printed pre-cut paper and vellum pieces
• Sequin embellishments
• Adhesive

You can view all the kits that are currently available HERE.

New Online Exclusive Products!

Lots of exciting new products available from today. Online Exclusives products are only offered through our online storefront and include a wide variety of items that fit almost any crafting need.  Halloween and Christmas items galore after all, it is never too early to start crafting for Christmas is it?

You can view all the exciting new products HERE.

Coffee & Cards

During June we used lots of new products for our projects.  I had a special request from two of the regular crafty ladies for a card for a special birthday.  I saw a project on facebook designed by Michel Jutrisa from Australia.  A few tweaks and changes and this is what I came up with.

A card as special as this needs a box doesn't it?  So we made one of those too!

We will be using lots of exciting new products during July and, there will be my annual Christmas in July class too!

Sessions take place every Tuesday, 10.30 - 12.30pm in Godmanchester and cost just £18 - all materials, tuition, equipment and light refreshments are included.  If you have a paper trimmer and basic tools (scissors, bone folder etc) please bring with you along with your preferred adhesives.  A limited supply of adhesives are available to purchase if you forget or run out.  Classes are suitable for all level of crafters from absolute beginners to more advanced crafters.  Keep an eye on my facebook page for further details.  

If there is a project you particularly want to create and you are unable to attend the regular morning session, drop me a message as I may be able to offer either an afternoon or evening session for you.

Workshops

For our June workshop we used the Springtime Scenes bundle for our projects.  Three pretty projects; one of them had a spinning element too!  

For our July workshops we will be using a new suite called Valley In Bloom.

Keep an eye on my Craftyducky facebook page for some sneaky peaks of the projects (one project is a pretty fabulous fancy fold)!

Cost: £37 - includes all materials, tuition and light refreshments.  Workshop attendees will also receive a pack of these lovely Shimmering Dots (£8).

When:     Tuesday 28th July 10:30 - 1pm

or

When:    Tuesday 28th July 7pm - 9:30pm (this is a repeat of the morning class)

Booking is essential to avoid disappointment.  Please bring basic craft kit with you (scissors, bone folder, poky tool) paper trimmer and your preferred adhesives.

A limited selection of adhesives will be available for purchase on the day should you forget or run out.

Classes are achievable by beginners and experienced crafters alike.

Have a crafty month, if there is anything I can help you with just let me know!

Susan xx

PS - don't forget to keep an eye out for my next post with full details of the New Join Offer!

Thank you so much for looking at my Blog today, if you don't have a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and you live in the UK, I would love to be yours!  

If you need to order any supplies, simply use my “shop with me” button or click on the catalogue links on the right of my BLOG. Alternatively, contact me and I would be happy to place an order for you.

Orders placed either in my online store or directly with for me £25+ (excluding P & P) will receive a handmade card and a gift as a thank you from me.

Would you like to save on postage costs for your SU orders?

Keep an eye on my Craftyducky facebook page - I usually post when I am about to place an order.  if you are local to me and can collect you can piggyback my orders to save on postage for just £1 per order (any size of order welcome).

If you would like a copy of the upcoming May - August Catalogue,  let me know and I will pop one in the post for you if you are unable to collect. If you prefer, you can view an online version by clicking the links to the left of this post or click HERE.