Using Up Retiring Supplies

 When we hear about stamps, colours or other products which are about to retire, it's natural to feel just a little sad. 

What will I do when I can't get that paper anymore? But that's my most-used colour - what will I do without it?

I remember the first time Stampin' Up! did a colour refresh a couple of years after I joined as a demonstrator. I was so anxious I bought up card in my favourite colours, but then found I wasn't really using it once I had the new colours in my hand.

This time I have felt nothing but excitement as we await the changes. My box was delivered today with new inkpads and multi-packs of new card. They have just a few sheets of each colour in the pack, but its a good way to get a 'feel' for particular colours.

At this time I also try to use designer series paper, and stamp with favourite retiring sets. These cards used Jar of Flowers, which I have enjoyed using for a couple of years. The roses and tulips are my favourites, and I love colouring them with Stampin' Blends.

As I've cleared stamp sets soon to retire, I have found stamped and die cut sentiments which I am happy to use on these cards. "You've been on my mind" is from Simply Succulents. Extra time over the long Easter break meant I was able to finish the insides and envelopes as well.

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