Hello Crafters!
I can hardly believe I’m writing these words: my last blog post went live in January 2024. Nearly three years have slipped by, and it feels both like yesterday and a lifetime ago. So much has happened in that time, and I wanted to take a moment to reconnect before sharing some exciting news.
Just recently I celebrated my 10-year anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. Ten years! It still feels a little surreal. In that decade I have gained so many wonderful Stampin’ Up! friends—people who have become a true part of my creative journey. I am grateful for every single one of you.
As I look back, my heart also turns to my dear friend Deborah. We became Demonstrators around the same time, on the same team. At first we simply noticed each other’s posts. Then one day she reached out, and that was the beginning of a beautiful friendship. We leaned on each other as we built our teams, shared ideas, and celebrated the creative process together. Deborah was incredibly talented and full of heart. She passed away in 2024, and I miss her deeply. Stampin’ Up! brought her into my life, and for that gift I will always be thankful.
Through every season—joyful and difficult—Stampin’ Up! has been a genuine blessing. Crafting remains my happy place. On stressful or hectic days, I still find myself heading to the craft room, pulling out paper, ink, and stamps, and letting the creativity restore me. There is something deeply satisfying about making something with my hands and then watching someone’s face light up when they receive a handmade gift. That joy never gets old.
I hope you, too, are finding moments to create and to enjoy life fully.
Unlock Extra Creative Goodies: Stampin’ Up!’s Limited-Time October Join Offer
If you’ve been eyeing those gorgeous Stampin’ Up! stamps, dies, papers, and inks (and who hasn’t?), October is the perfect time to take the leap and become an independent demonstrator. Stampin’ Up! is running a special join promotion from October 6–31, 2026, that makes an already strong offer even sweeter.
What’s Included When You Join Right Now
For a $100 join fee, you receive:
- A $125 coupon code to spend on the Stampin’ Up! products you choose
- An extra $50 in Stampin’ Rewards (the limited-time October bonus)
- That’s effectively $175 in product value for $100
First-time demonstrators also receive a Welcome Box packed with goodies. Expect a handwritten welcome letter, Stampin’ Up!-branded swag, and an exclusive card kit (complete with a kit-sized stamp set, clear block, Stampin’ Spot, and supplies to make eight “hello” cards). You’ll also be able to add complimentary catalogs to share.
The process is straightforward: choose a team leader, complete a few details, accept the agreements, and pay the $100 fee. Once approved (usually quickly), you get your demonstrator ID, coupon code, and the Welcome Box ships. Then you shop with your $125 code (and apply the extra $50 Rewards) for whatever you love most. Orders can exceed the coupon value—the excess receives your demonstrator discount and counts toward activity requirements.
Ongoing Perks of Being a Demonstrator
Beyond the sign-up bonuses, demonstrators enjoy:
- A 15% product discount to start (Bronze title), with opportunities to increase it
- Early/VIP access to new products, catalogs, and pre-orders
- The chance to earn modest commissions if you choose to share products with others
- Access to demonstrator-only resources, training (like Stampin’ University), events, and a supportive global community
- Stampin’ Rewards on qualifying personal orders (on top of your discount)
You set the pace. Many people join simply to enjoy the discount and early access for their own crafting. Others host workshops, build a small customer base, or grow a team. There’s no requirement to sell or hold parties—your own purchases count toward the quarterly activity minimum.
To stay active and keep the discount and perks, you need to submit $300 in sales per quarter (personal purchases + customer orders). Sales can be in any combination of smaller orders. If life gets busy and you don’t meet it, you simply return to customer status—no long-term commitment or penalties.
Why This Offer Stands Out
Stampin’ Up! updated its join experience earlier in 2026. Instead of a fixed Starter Kit you select all at once, you now get flexible product credit to apply to your first demonstrator order. The October bonus layers on an extra $50 in Rewards (these bonus Rewards have a shorter expiration window than regular ones). Combined with the Welcome Box for first-timers, it’s one of the more generous entry points in recent memory.
Whether you’re a hobby crafter looking for better pricing and first dibs on new releases, or you’re curious about sharing the creative joy with friends, this is a low-risk way to dive in.
The October 6–31 window is limited, so if the timing works for you, head to the official join page on stampinup.com (or through a demonstrator you already know and like) to get started. You’ll be creating, connecting, and belonging in no time.
If you have questions or would simply like to chat about what the Demonstrator experience looks like, I would be delighted to hear from you.
Thank you for still being here after all this time. It means more than you know.
Happy Crafting
Chris