The new seasonal Stampin' Up Mini Catalog is out and I've been busy playing with new products, creating cards and different kinds of packaging for small gifts. In addition to the new Mini Catalog, Stampin' Up has also released several new Online Exclusives. These are new products that are available in the Online Store and are not featured in a printed paper catalog.

If you have never stamped before or would consider yourself "new" to stamping, you might consider starting out with a kit. My personal favorite is the Expressions of Kindness kit which can be made into birthday cards or notes for all occasions. The colors are soft and inviting with a look of watercoloring. Add additional stamped images to create your cards with a written guide, or create your own combinations with the stamps, coordinating ink and embellishments included in the kit. Kits are on sale through October 31 and make for fun gifts. To see the whole Kit Collection, visit www.heatherwalker.stampinup.net and click on the menu which will bring you to the Kits.

With an additional stamp and a die on hand, I created an anniversary card adding dimension to one of the flowers and the gold ephemera.

If you're interested in trying your hand at a stamping class to make some cards, you are welcome to join us at our next session on Wednesday, November 6 from 10-noon or on Friday evening, November 8 from 7-9 pm. We'll make two cards each, complete with envelopes. The cost for participation is $10. All class materials will be prepared for you. Please RSVP by November 5 to reserve your spot at which time I'll forward you directions to my home where the class will be held.