Good Thursday morning stamping friends and welcome to our Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop. If you are starting with me, thank you. I hope you will stop by everyone’s blog to see what they have created this week. If you are hopping over from Mary’s blog, thank you for stopping by. We have a new team member joining the hop today. Be sure to stop by Nicole’s blog and say hi. This week we have Color Challenge. If you’d like to see a quick video of how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here is my card using this week’s colors.
I used the Stampin’ Up! Just A Note Bundle along with the Boho Vibes 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper and the Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set for my card today.
These are our colors for this week
Adhere a panel of Boho Vibes DSP to a Secret Sea mat. Adhere the layered panel to a Petal Pink card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
On a panel of Basic White, stamp the line image from the Stampin’ Up! Just A Note Cling Stamp Set in Cloud Cover Ink. Stamp the sentiment from Just A Note stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink on the line image. Cut the line image out with the Just A Note Dies.
Cut the heart clip from the Just A Note Dies out of a panel of Cajun Craze. Brush the die cut with Clear Wink of Stella. Adhere the heart clip to the corner of the notebook page. Adhere the notebook page to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Muted Palette Dots to the card front.
On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from Beautiful Motifs stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink. Adhere 2 panels of Boho Vibes DSP to the top and bottom of the panel. Cut another heart clip from Cajun Craze using the Just A Note Dies. Brush the clip with Clear Wink of Stella. Adhere the clip to the top of the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Secret Sea mat then to the inside of the Petal Pink card base.
Complete your card by decorating a Basic White Medium Envelope. Stamp the sentiment from Just A Note stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink on the envelope front. Adhere a panel of Boho Vibes DSP to the envelope flap.
Thank you for stopping by my blog today. Now that you’ve seen my card, let’s get on with the hop! Click the button below to hop over to see what Tara has created. Happy Hopping.
Just in case you get lost along the way, here is a list of the team members involved in the hop today.
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Good Wednesday morning stamping friends. We’re halfway through the week and on our way to the weekend.
TODAY starts a few different things. Stampin’ Up! is offering Free Shipping on ALL orders of $75 or more before tax. I’m giving you Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards for 3 Days Only. Last, but not least, we’re opening registration for our August Online Class.
All order types qualify for this promotion.
Free shipping is for three days only. Orders must be closed July 25.
Free shipping automatically applies to your cart after the qualifying amount has been met, which is $75 USD (before tax).
Coupon codes and Stampin’ Rewards will lower your order’s retail amount. Orders must meet the qualifying amount to be eligible for free shipping.
The additional cost for expedited shipping is not covered by this promotion.
Prepaid 3-, 6-, and 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions and month-to-month subscriptions do not qualify for free shipping. Refills, past kits and add-ons do qualify toward free shipping, but you must be a subscriber to purchase. Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount ($27.00 USD shipping included) + tax.
To sweeten the deal a little better, I’m going to be giving you Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards for those 3 Days Only. How does this work? For a $50 you’ll earn 2 rewards, $100 you’ll earn 4 rewards, $150 you’ll earn 6 rewards, etc. Head over to my Online Store and get those orders in early. When you are shopping, don’t forget to check out the new Online Exclusive products available in the Online Store. My Double Rewards will end on Friday July 25th when the Free Shipping ends.
Get those orders ready and head over to my Online Store first thing Wednesday morning and place those orders early.
Registration Open for our August Online Technique Class
Tara Carpenter, Nicole Bloxom and I are teaming up to offer a fun Technique Online Zoom Class. We will be creating 6 different cards using 6 different techniques. This class is free with a $50 purchase from my Online Store. We will supply a list of supplies we are going to be using in the next couple days. We decided to open registration early so you can take advantage of the Free Shipping and my Double Rewards and also earn a free class.
The class requirements and What You Will Receive:
Visit my Online Store and place a $50 or more order before tax and shipping.
Zoom class with complete step by step instructions to complete each card as we go.
PDF with detailed directions and photos
A Link to the recorded class after we are done so you can watch it again and make more cards.
A week before the class I will send you the complete PDF of the cards so you can cut all your cardstock and gather your supplies, so you are ready to go. We will NOT be cutting cardstock live. Everyone’s cards will be unique since you will pick which color cardstock and ink you want to use for each card.
The class will be held on Sunday August 24th from 1pm – 5pm Eastern Time via Zoom. This will allow everyone all over the United States to participate live!
I will email you the Zoom link to the class a few days before the event.
Twelve states and Puerto Rico are having Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays this year and some Stampin’ Up! items qualify for the tax break in those states!
The states with upcoming tax holidays are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. So if you live in one of those states or Puerto Rico, take a second to download the spreadsheet below and mark your calendar!
Here is the list of states having sales tax holidays, what the dates are and what supplies will be tax free during the holiday (click on the image to download a full-size printable page):
Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in your state in order to receive these items tax-free (which is midnight on the first day to midnight on the last day of the tax holiday). Also, keep in mind that this is a state sales tax holiday; the state statute may not apply to county, city, and special jurisdiction taxes.
For those wondering about Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday this year.
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Good Tuesday morning stamping friends. How did your week start off? After my busy weekend and start of a new week, I’m hoping to play catch up today since I have off.
I played with the Blending Brushes today and an Embossing Folder. Here’s my card for today.
I used the Stampin’ Up! Sunrise Sailing Bundle for my card today.
Emboss a Basic White panel using the Sunrise Sailing Hybrid Embossing Folder. Using the Blending Brushes, add Summer Splash Ink to the bottom of the panel. On the top portion, add Lemon Lolly, fresh Freesia and Highland Heather Inks with the Blending Brushes. Adhere the colored embossed panel to a Highland Heather card base.
On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sailboat image from the Stampin’ Up! Sunrise Sailing Photopolymer Stamp Set in Secret Sea Ink. cut the sailboat out using the Sunrise Sailing Dies and Hybrid EF. Adhere the sailboat to the card front, over the embossed sailboat, with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
Stamp the sentiment from the Sunrise Sailing stamp set in Secret Sea Ink on a panel of Basic White. Adhere the sentiment to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Riverside Irregular Pearls to the card front.
On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from the Sunrise Sailing stamp set in Secret Sea Ink. Stamp the sailboat image from the Sunrise Sailing stamp set in Secret Sea Ink, stamping off 3 times on scrap paper, over the sentiment. Stamp the water image from the Sunrise Sailing stamp set in Summer Splash Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, under the sailboat image. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Highland Heather mat then to the inside of the Highland Heather card base.
Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the sailboat image from the Sunrise Sailing stamp set in Secret Sea Ink on the envelope front. Stamp the water image in Summer Splash Ink below the sailboat. Stamp the seagull image on the envelope flap in Secret Sea.
Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like the card and will give it a try. Happy Stamping!!
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Starting Tomorrow, Wednesday July 23 – Friday July 25, 3 DAYS ONLY!!
All order types qualify for this promotion.
Free shipping is for three days only. Orders must be closed July 25.
Free shipping automatically applies to your cart after the qualifying amount has been met, which is $75 USD (before tax).
Coupon codes and Stampin’ Rewards will lower your order’s retail amount. Orders must meet the qualifying amount to be eligible for free shipping.
The additional cost for expedited shipping is not covered by this promotion.
Prepaid 3-, 6-, and 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions and month-to-month subscriptions do not qualify for free shipping. Refills, past kits and add-ons do qualify toward free shipping, but you must be a subscriber to purchase. Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount ($27.00 USD shipping included) + tax.
To sweeten the deal a little better, I’m going to be giving you Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards for those 3 Days Only. How does this work? For a $50 you’ll earn 2 rewards, $100 you’ll earn 4 rewards, $150 you’ll earn 6 rewards, etc. Head over to my Online Store and get those orders in early. When you are shopping, don’t forget to check out the new Online Exclusive products available in the Online Store. My Double Rewards will end on Friday July 25th when the Free Shipping ends.
Get those orders ready and head over to my Online Store first thing Wednesday morning and place those orders early.
Twelve states and Puerto Rico are having Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays this year and some Stampin’ Up! items qualify for the tax break in those states!
The states with upcoming tax holidays are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. So if you live in one of those states or Puerto Rico, take a second to download the spreadsheet below and mark your calendar!
Here is the list of states having sales tax holidays, what the dates are and what supplies will be tax free during the holiday (click on the image to download a full-size printable page):
Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in your state in order to receive these items tax-free (which is midnight on the first day to midnight on the last day of the tax holiday). Also, keep in mind that this is a state sales tax holiday; the state statute may not apply to county, city, and special jurisdiction taxes.
For those wondering about Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday this year.
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
Hi stamping friends!! Stampin’ Up! just let us know that they will be having FREE SHIPPING July 23 – July 25 on orders of $75 or more before tax.
All order types qualify for this promotion.
Free shipping is for three days only. Orders must be closed July 25.
Free shipping automatically applies to your cart after the qualifying amount has been met, which is $75 USD (before tax).
Coupon codes and Stampin’ Rewards will lower your order’s retail amount. Orders must meet the qualifying amount to be eligible for free shipping.
The additional cost for expedited shipping is not covered by this promotion.
Prepaid 3-, 6-, and 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions and month-to-month subscriptions do not qualify for free shipping. Refills, past kits and add-ons do qualify toward free shipping, but you must be a subscriber to purchase. Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount ($27.00 USD shipping included) + tax.
To sweeten the deal a little better, I’m going to be giving you Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards for those 3 Days Only. How does this work? For a $50 you’ll earn 2 rewards, $100 you’ll earn 4 rewards, $150 you’ll earn 6 rewards, etc. Head over to my Online Store and get those orders in early. When you are shopping, don’t forget to check out the new Online Exclusive products available in the Online Store. My Double Rewards will end on Friday July 25th when the Free Shipping ends.
Get those orders ready and head over to my Online Store first thing Wednesday morning and place those orders early.
Twelve states and Puerto Rico are having Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays this year and some Stampin’ Up! items qualify for the tax break in those states!
The states with upcoming tax holidays are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. So if you live in one of those states or Puerto Rico, take a second to download the spreadsheet below and mark your calendar!
Here is the list of states having sales tax holidays, what the dates are and what supplies will be tax free during the holiday (click on the image to download a full-size printable page):
Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in your state in order to receive these items tax-free (which is midnight on the first day to midnight on the last day of the tax holiday). Also, keep in mind that this is a state sales tax holiday; the state statute may not apply to county, city, and special jurisdiction taxes.
For those wondering about Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday this year.
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Good Sunday morning stamping friends. I hope you weekend is going well. Yesterday was a long day, but a very enjoyable one celebrating my son’s engagement. By the time I got home, I just wanted to crash.
Before I get started with my card, I want to thank all that participated in my fundraiser. Unfortunately, we did not make the goal of $500, but we did donate $235. Thank you so very much for being a part of raising money for the Texas flooding.
I did a fun technique for today’s card called the Spotlight Technique. I love doing this technique, it’s so easy and it brings your eye to one focal point. If you’d like to see a quick video of how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here is my card for today.
I used the Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set along with the Stampin’ Up! Gallery Blooms Photopolymer Stamp Set, Beautiful Gallery 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper and the 1 7/8″ & 2″ Circle Punches for my card today.
Using the 1 7/8″ Circle Punch, punch out a section of the Beautiful Gallery DSP card front. Using the 2″ Circle Punch, punch out a section of the Secret Sea mat. Adhere the Beautiful Gallery DSP card front to the Secret Sea mat. Adhere the layered panel to the Basic Beige card base with Liquid glue.
Color the punched-out section of the Beautiful Gallery DSP with Cloud Cover, Old Olive and Pretty in Pink Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the colored panel to the 2″ Secret Sea mat. Adhere the layered panel to the card front where you punched out the panel, lining up the flowers and stems, with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
On the pane of Basic Beige, stamp the sentiment from the Beautiful Motifs stamp set in Secret Sea Ink. Adhere a piece of Secret Sea 3/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon to the card front. Adhere the sentiment over the ribbon with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a Pressed Flower Motifs to the sentiment.
On a panel of Basic Beige, stamp the sentiment from Beautiful Motifs stamp set in Secret Sea Ink. Stamp the swish image from Beautiful Motifs stamp set in Pretty in Pink Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, over the sentiment. Stamp the small flower image from Gallery Blooms stamp set in Secret Sea In on the bottom of the panel. Color the image with Old Olive and Pretty in Pink Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere a panel of Beautiful Gallery DSP to the side of the panel, coloring one of the flower images with Pretty in Pink Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the Basic Beige panel to a Secret Sea mat then to the inside of the Basic Beige card base.
Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the large floral image from Gallery Blooms stamp set in Secret Sea Ink on the envelope front. Color one of the flowers with Pretty in Pink Stampin’ Blends Markers and the leaves with Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere a panel of Beautiful Gallery DSP to the envelope flap coloring 1 image on the DSP with Old Olive and Pretty in Pink Stampin’ Blends Markers.
Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like the card and will give it a try. Happy Stamping!!
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Twelve states and Puerto Rico are having Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays this year and some Stampin’ Up! items qualify for the tax break in those states!
The states with upcoming tax holidays are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. So if you live in one of those states or Puerto Rico, take a second to download the spreadsheet below and mark your calendar!
Here is the list of states having sales tax holidays, what the dates are and what supplies will be tax free during the holiday (click on the image to download a full-size printable page):
Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in your state in order to receive these items tax-free (which is midnight on the first day to midnight on the last day of the tax holiday). Also, keep in mind that this is a state sales tax holiday; the state statute may not apply to county, city, and special jurisdiction taxes.
For those wondering about Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday this year.
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
Good Saturday morning stamping friends and welcome to the weekend. I hope you have some plans for the weekend in the work. I actually have off today. I’ll be spending the day celebrating my son and his fiancé at their engagement party. They are making a whole day of it at this quaint brewery. They wanted to keep it simple since that’s who they are. It will be a whole day of everyone coming and going and just getting together to celebrate and meet each other. We took care of ordering A LOT of pizzas. My daughter made about 80 cupcakes yesterday and they came out beautiful. I made caprese appetizer bites using my home-grown tomatoes and basil with a balsamic glaze. I’m looking forward to a fun day meeting everyone and it looks like the weather is going to cooperate with us.
So, since we have an engagement party, my daughter asked me if I would make a card for her to give them. That’s today’s card in the theme colors of the party. If you’d like to see a quick video of how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here is my card for today.
I used the Stampin’ Up! Lifetime of Love Cling Stamp Set along with the Lifetime of Love Dies, Party Banner Dies, Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder and Beautiful Bokeh 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper for my card today.
Adhere a panel of Beautiful Bokeh DSP to a Lemon Lolly card base. Stamp the sentiment from Lifetime of Love stamp set in Early Espresso Ink on the bottom center of the panel.
From a panel of Basic White, cut the Party Banner Die and emboss it using the Exposed Brick EF. Wrap a piece of 1/4″ White Ribbon around the top and tie a bow. Adhere the banner to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. On the panel of Basic White, stamp the small flower image from Lifetime of Love stamp set in early Espresso Ink. Color the image with Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Lemon Lolly and Shaded Spruce Stampin’ Blends Markers.
Using the Lifetime of Love Dies, cut the flower image, the small leaf die from a panel of Shaded Spruce and the circle leaf die and tall leaf die from a panel of Soft Sea Foam. Adhere the circle leaf die cut to the banner. Adhere the flower die cut inside the circle with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the tall leaf and small leaf die cuts under the flower with Glue Dots. Add a few Two-Tone Sparkle Gems to the card front.
Stamp the sentiment from Lifetime of Love stamp set in Early Espresso Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the flower image from the Lifetime of Love stamp set towards the bottom of the panel in early Espresso Ink. Color the image with Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Lemon Lolly and Shaded Spruce Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere a panel of Beautiful Bokeh DSP to the bottom of the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Balmy Blue mat then to the inside of the Lemon Lolly card base.
Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the small flower image from the Lifetime of Love stamp set in Early Espresso Ink on the envelope front. Color the image the same as for the card. Adhere a panel of Beautiful Bokeh DSP to the envelope flap.
Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like the card and will give it a try. Happy Stamping!!
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Together Let’s Raise Some Money for the Floods in Texas from July 4th
As of last night, July 18th, we’re at $180 of the $500 to be donated. We can Do this!!!
We’ve all been watching – and crying – as we’ve watched the devastation caused by the flooding of the Guadalupe River in Texas on July 4th. It’s beyond horrible. Since there’s really nothing most of us can do that is hands-on – I try to help financially. I’m coming to you for HELP! So…I’m going to do a fundraiser that’ll start right now. I’ve selected Mercury One as the recipient of our donation.
Mercury One is a 501(c)(3) charity that was founded in 2011 by media personality, entrepreneur, and New York Times best-selling author Glenn Beck. It was created to inspire the world in the same way the United States’ space program shaped America’s national destiny by setting a goal and committing to reach it against all odds. The only limitations to achievement are those we place on ourselves, and we believe in the goodness and power of the individual to overcome any obstacle.
How can you help me help them??
Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!
And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!
I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).
1. – Shop Online:
For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.
OR…
2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK
For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.
OR…
3. – Do Both!!
If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!
Please note: Per Stampin’ Up! rules, I’m only allowed to ship the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine to addresses in the United States or military APO addresses. Only those with US/APO shipping addresses will be eligible to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Anyone outside the US is welcome to donate but will not be eligible to win the machine.
NOTE: Orders and/or Donations must be placed by midnight Eastern Time on Saturday July 19 to be entered to win the machine. One winner of the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine will be randomly chosen on Sunday July 20th from all of the entries received.
Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.
Twelve states and Puerto Rico are having Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays this year and some Stampin’ Up! items qualify for the tax break in those states!
The states with upcoming tax holidays are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. So if you live in one of those states or Puerto Rico, take a second to download the spreadsheet below and mark your calendar!
Here is the list of states having sales tax holidays, what the dates are and what supplies will be tax free during the holiday (click on the image to download a full-size printable page):
Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in your state in order to receive these items tax-free (which is midnight on the first day to midnight on the last day of the tax holiday). Also, keep in mind that this is a state sales tax holiday; the state statute may not apply to county, city, and special jurisdiction taxes.
For those wondering about Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday this year.
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
Good Friday morning stamping friends. How was your week? I spent the entire day yesterday house sitting for my son so that repairs could be done and he could go to work. Of course, I didn’t’ bring anything other than older Paper Pumpkin kits to put together, I figured I’d be home in time to make a card for today. I will do almost anything to help both my son and daughter even if it means putting myself to the side.
Sales Tax Holiday Starting Soon
Twelve states and Puerto Rico are having Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays this year and some Stampin’ Up! items qualify for the tax break in those states!
The states with upcoming tax holidays are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. So if you live in one of those states or Puerto Rico, take a second to download the spreadsheet below and mark your calendar!
Here is the list of states having sales tax holidays, what the dates are and what supplies will be tax free during the holiday (click on the image to download a full-size printable page):
Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in your state in order to receive these items tax-free (which is midnight on the first day to midnight on the last day of the tax holiday). Also, keep in mind that this is a state sales tax holiday; the state statute may not apply to county, city, and special jurisdiction taxes.
For those wondering about Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday this year.
Today and Tomorrow are the last days for my Fundraiser
Currently I will be donating $180 to Mercury Onefor the flood victims. I know you all can help to reach my goal of $500.
We’ve all been watching – and crying – as we’ve watched the devastation caused by the flooding of the Guadalupe River in Texas on July 4th. It’s beyond horrible. Since there’s really nothing most of us can do that is hands-on – I try to help financially. I’m coming to you for HELP! So…I’m going to do a fundraiser that’ll start right now. I’ve selected Mercury One as the recipient of our donation.
Mercury One is a 501(c)(3) charity that was founded in 2011 by media personality, entrepreneur, and New York Times best-selling author Glenn Beck. It was created to inspire the world in the same way the United States’ space program shaped America’s national destiny by setting a goal and committing to reach it against all odds. The only limitations to achievement are those we place on ourselves, and we believe in the goodness and power of the individual to overcome any obstacle.
How can you help me help them??
Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!
And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!
I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).
1. – Shop Online:
For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.
OR…
2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK
For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.
OR…
3. – Do Both!!
If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!
Please note: Per Stampin’ Up! rules, I’m only allowed to ship the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine to addresses in the United States or military APO addresses. Only those with US/APO shipping addresses will be eligible to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Anyone outside the US is welcome to donate but will not be eligible to win the machine.
NOTE: Orders and/or Donations must be placed by midnight Eastern Time on Saturday July 19 to be entered to win the machine. One winner of the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine will be randomly chosen on Sunday July 20th from all of the entries received.
Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.
I was finally able to update my list with products that have retired. The prices listed are at least 50% off the original prices, so my bundles are the original 10% off then my 50% off on top of that. Visit my Retirement Sale Page and grab some of those Bundles, Stamp Sets, Dies and Embossing Folders you missed out on. Click Here to go directly to the page. The list is long, but it’s in alphabetical order to find things easily. Have fun shopping!!
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Hi stamping friends. this is my 2nd post today. If you’re looking for The Happy Thursday Blog Hop card, you can find it Here.
I still have my fundraiser going on. Currently I will be donating $180 to Mercury Onefor the flood victims. I know you all can help me reach my goal of $500.
We’ve all been watching – and crying – as we’ve watched the devastation caused by the flooding of the Guadalupe River in Texas on July 4th. It’s beyond horrible. Since there’s really nothing most of us can do that is hands-on – I try to help financially. I’m coming to you for HELP! So…I’m going to do a fundraiser that’ll start right now. I’ve selected Mercury One as the recipient of our donation.
Mercury One is a 501(c)(3) charity that was founded in 2011 by media personality, entrepreneur, and New York Times best-selling author Glenn Beck. It was created to inspire the world in the same way the United States’ space program shaped America’s national destiny by setting a goal and committing to reach it against all odds. The only limitations to achievement are those we place on ourselves, and we believe in the goodness and power of the individual to overcome any obstacle.
How can you help me help them??
Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!
And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!
I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).
1. – Shop Online:
For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.
OR…
2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK
For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.
OR…
3. – Do Both!!
If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!
Please note: Per Stampin’ Up! rules, I’m only allowed to ship the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine to addresses in the United States or military APO addresses. Only those with US/APO shipping addresses will be eligible to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Anyone outside the US is welcome to donate but will not be eligible to win the machine.
NOTE: Orders and/or Donations must be placed by midnight Eastern Time on Saturday July 19 to be entered to win the machine. One winner of the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine will be randomly chosen on Sunday July 20th from all of the entries received.
Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.
I was finally able to update my list with products that have retired. The prices listed are at least 50% off the original prices, so my bundles are the original 10% off then my 50% off on top of that. Visit my Retirement Sale Page and grab some of those Bundles, Stamp Sets, Dies and Embossing Folders you missed out on. Click Here to go directly to the page. The list is long, but it’s in alphabetical order to find things easily. Have fun shopping!!
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Good Thursday morning stamping friends and welcome to our Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop. If you are starting with me, thank you. I hope you will stop by everyone’s blog to see what they have created this week. If you are hopping over from Mary’s blog, thank you for stopping by. We have a new team member joining the hop today. Be sure to stop by Nicole’s blog and say hi. This week we have Sketch Challenge. If you’d like to see a quick video of how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here is my card using this week’s sketch.
I used the Stampin Up! Perfectly Pears Photopolymer Stamp Set along with the Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper and Stylish Shapes Dies for my card today.
This is our sketch for today.
Adhere a panel of Painterly Pears DSP to a Petal Pink card base. Cut 2 of the largest squares using the Stylish Shapes Dies from a panel of Petal Pink.
Adhere 2 panels of Painterly Pears DSP to the 2 die cut panels. Adhere one of the layered panels to the card front. Adhere the 2nd layered panel over the first one with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
Stamp the sentiment from the Perfectly Pears stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the splatter image from the Perfectly Pears stamp set in Darling Duckling and Petal Pink Inks around the sentiment. Cut the sentiment out using the long narrow Stylish Shapes Dies. Adhere a looped piece of 1/4″ Mossy Meadow & Gold Trim to the card front with a Glue Dot. Adhere the sentiment over the ribbon. Add a few Low-Profile Sparkle Dots to the card front.
Stamp the sentiment from Perfectly Pears stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the large pear and stem/leaf outline images from the Perfectly Pears stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink on the bottom of the panel. Stamp the solid stem/leaf image from the Perfectly Pears stamp set in Old Olive Ink over the outlined image. Ink up the solid per image from the Perfectly Pears stamp set using Blending Brushes, with Darling Duckling and Petal Pink Inks and stamp over the outlined image. Randomly stamp the splatter image from the Perfectly Pears stamp set in Darling Duckling and Petal Pink Inks around the pear and sentiment. Adhere the Basic White panel to an Old Olive mat then to the inside of the Petal Pink card base.
Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to complete your card. Stamp the pear & stem/leaf outlined images from the Perfectly Pears stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink on the envelope front. Stamp the solid stem/leaf image from the Perfectly Pears stamp set in Old Olive Ink over the outlined image. Ink the solid pear image from the Perfectly Pears stamp set using the Blending Brushes, in Darling Duckling and Petal Pink Inks and stamp over the outlined image. Randomly stamp the splatter image in darling Duckling and Petal Pink Inks around the pear. Adhere a panel of Painterly Pears DSP to the envelope flap.
Thank you for stopping by my blog today. Now that you’ve seen my card, let’s get on with the hop! Click the button below to hop over to see what Tara has created. Happy Hopping!
Just in case you get lost along the way, here is a list of the team members involved in the hop today.
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.
Good Wednesday morning stamping friends. We’re halfway through the week and on our way to the weekend.
I played with my favorite older set today and made a CAS card. If you’d like to see a quick video on how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here’s my card for today.
I used the Stampin’ Up! Spotlight on Nature Cling Stamp Set for my card today.
Using Post-it Note Tape, mask off all 4 sides of the Basic Beige card front panel. Using the Blending Brush, add Basic Beige Ink to the center of the card front. Remove the Post-it Note tape.
Stamp the flower image from the Spotlight on Nature stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the panel. Color the image with Highland Heather and Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the Basic Beige panel to a Lost Lagoon mat with Stampin’ Seal.
Adhere the layered panel to a Basic Beige card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Purple Fine Shimmer Gems to the card front.
Stamp the sentiment from Spotlight on Nature stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on a panel of Basic Beige. Stamp the butterfly image from Spotlight on Nature stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink next to the sentiment. Color the image with Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the Basic Beige panel to a Lost Lagoon mat then to the inside of the Basic Beige card base.
Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the butterfly image from the Spotlight on Nature stamp set in tuxedo Black Ink on the envelope front and flap. Color the image with Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends Markers.
Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like the card and will give it a try. Happy Stamping!!
If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions.
Together Let’s Raise Some Money for the Floods in Texas from July 4th
As of last night, July 14th, we’re at $170 of the $500 to be donated. We can Do this!!!
We’ve all been watching – and crying – as we’ve watched the devastation caused by the flooding of the Guadalupe River in Texas on July 4th. It’s beyond horrible. Since there’s really nothing most of us can do that is hands-on – I try to help financially. I’m coming to you for HELP! So…I’m going to do a fundraiser that’ll start right now. I’ve selected Mercury One as the recipient of our donation.
Mercury One is a 501(c)(3) charity that was founded in 2011 by media personality, entrepreneur, and New York Times best-selling author Glenn Beck. It was created to inspire the world in the same way the United States’ space program shaped America’s national destiny by setting a goal and committing to reach it against all odds. The only limitations to achievement are those we place on ourselves, and we believe in the goodness and power of the individual to overcome any obstacle.
How can you help me help them??
Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!
And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!
I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).
1. – Shop Online:
For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.
OR…
2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK
For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.
OR…
3. – Do Both!!
If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!
Please note: Per Stampin’ Up! rules, I’m only allowed to ship the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine to addresses in the United States or military APO addresses. Only those with US/APO shipping addresses will be eligible to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Anyone outside the US is welcome to donate but will not be eligible to win the machine.
NOTE: Orders and/or Donations must be placed by midnight Eastern Time on Saturday July 19 to be entered to win the machine. One winner of the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine will be randomly chosen on Sunday July 20th from all of the entries received.
Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.
Don’t miss the coordinating Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!
Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!
DETAILS – 4 dies – Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm) – Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)
You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.
Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.