I'm Leaving Stampin Up and Why

[@sueyB123]

Don’t blame you for leaving SU at all! Used to be a demonstrator for the very same reasons and always thought the quality very good. However, they have become very expensive and postage is ridiculous if you just want to stock up on accessories. More than anything though, SU just seem to be reinventing many of the old stamps and like me, people I talk to in the UK really don’t like the accompanying sentiments. Far too “ sugary” - we prefer plain and simple sentiments. Really don’t like the increase in Card Kits either. Have always loved your Scan n Cut tutorials so thank you so much for those!

[@applelover53]

Thank you, i will still be posting SNC videos i have several already scheduled as normal, but sometimes if i am test cutting or needing product to make a project, especially for my cutting files, i need to make samples so will still need product to use, or just even to make my general cards for family etc, but I know there are new products coming to the market all the time from here in the UK that are cheaper and just as good quality so im looking forward to seeing what i can find to use with my crafting and the SNC of course.

[@barbaraharty3506]

Hi Ashley…personally I think you’ve done the right thing. What I have bought from SU is good quality , but like you I’m not tempted by the majority of their designs etc. besides which there is so much choice out there at cheaper prices. I don’t think you will look back…just keep crafting and sewing. Much love and luck. 💐❣️

[@applelover53]

Thank you I didnt realise how much lovely stuff there is out there and at better prices, I guess we get stuck in a rut and dont think to look elsewhere.

[@susanwash5220]

Will be happy to see the old Applelover53 back, always watched your channel for your scan n cut demo's as you are the best at that.

[@applelover53]

Thank you but I do still need to use product in many of my SNC videos, especially if I am needing to test cut or show how something will look once cut.

[@MsTigerlily9]

I don’t blame you, Ashley. Just letting you know that most of what I’ve learnt about SnC I learned from you, and I recommend your beginners playlist to many new users. So glad you are still doing videos. Thank you! ❤

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much

[@MsTigerlily9]

@@applelover53 ❤️

[@juliebrumbaugh4782]

I think what you’re doing is wise. I left Stampin’ Up years ago myself. I felt like the demonstrator discounts/benefits were very low, especially for the price they charge for things. One year they discontinued every stamp set I had and I couldn’t afford to replace them with stamps I could demonstrate with so I stopped. I loved the quality of their products though and will still buy every so often. Best wishes to you going forward.

[@JuanettesCraftingCorner]

I left Stampin Up about six months ago for the same reason. Their stuff is just too juvenile or kid related. I’m glad to hear you might be doing some videos going back to basics on the scan and cut. I know there’s so many things that I still need to learn about mine. Thanks so much.

[@applelover53]

Thank you, let me know if there is anything specific and i will see if ive either got it covered or if i can make a video. I do have a few scheduled covering past projects or functions.

[@JuanettesCraftingCorner]

@@applelover53 I would like to know how to cut the inside of a frame of something. I know how to cut the outside of things but I can't figure out how to cut the inside out. Thank you so much.

[@applelover53]

Hi im not sure what you mean, by how to cut the inside of a frame? do you mean you want to cut a shape from within another shape, or you have scanned a shape and want to know how to cut both its inside and outside?

[@JuanettesCraftingCorner]

@@applelover53 Yes, how to cut both the inside and outside of an oval shape.

[@bethglenmaddie]

I'm a hobby demo and I completely get what you are saying. The last couple catalogs just haven't resonated with me. I joined mainly to get the ink pads, markers and paper at a discount. I will probably drop at some point once I get a good supply of paper in, I just can't afford the minimums and the stamps are way too expensive, even with the discount, plus there is not much I want. Thanks for sharing and good luck to you in the future!!

[@applelover53]

Hi thank you I was luck that customers made my minimums all the time for me, but if the products don't inspire there has to come a time when you just have to walk away. There are companies out there that sell equally as good quality of card and stamps that are a lot cheaper.

[@gailthecrafter]

I’ve watched and enjoyed your videos since 2012. I’m one of your viewers that uses the scanncut. I also make clothes and quilts. My next sewing machine will embroider. I look forward to many more years of inspiration.

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much, I do love my embroidery machine, my only regret is i wasnt able to get one when Hannah was little i could have made her so many great things when she was younger.

[@gailthecrafter]

@@applelover53 right that was my same thought. My granddaughter could have been the best decorated person in school. See great creative minds do think alike.

[@mandyg657]

Totally understand your decision Ashley, I've never purchased from Stampin Up mainly due to the cost but love anything crafty, scan and cut, sewing and machine embroidery. Focus on what makes you happy I say. Your Sunday lives during lockdown were a life saver, we're still here and not going anywhere so looking forward to what you bring to us in the future. Fab as always.x 😄👍

[@applelover53]

Hi thank you so much.

[@dianekayser7207]

Hi thank you for doing what you do. So easy to follow. I have never bought any su products as i find them expensive and to be honest I got fed up of hearing people. Say design series paper it makes my teeth itch to hear that. Stay doing what you do really appreciate what you do love to watch you. So keep doing. Stay safe. regards Di

[@dianekayser7207]

Colours lovely really nice project thanks

[@cariwade3484]

Thank you for sharing your decision to leave Stamping up. Best of luck always and please continue sharing your knowledge and creations💐👏🏽

[@applelover53]

Thank you! I Will do!

[@paulwilliamford6789]

Hi Ashley, to be honest, that's why I started to watch your channel, really because your knowledge of Scan n cut is amazing, I'm not really a big stampin up fan (sorry) and I love your tutorials. Your instructions for the shadow box frame is my go to file for those projects.

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much!

[@paulwilliamford6789]

What I meant to say earlier was, that was my first file taught to me by you and it's still my go to file today. 🙄😁

[@deejohnston3666]

Your the reason I bought scan n cut yrs ago..still love it...still enjoy you when I can

[@applelover53]

Thank you

[@annbell9777]

It is useful to know that you are revisiting older videos. I regularly recommend your channel to people on facebook. Good luck with future projects.

[@applelover53]

Hi yes i have been doing some on and off for a few months, but because i schedule so far in advance they are not all live yet. Thank you so much

[@shiba_inu_mom]

Thank you so much for your candor! It's rare, because most of the ex demos tell you they left for other reasons than those mentioned by you. I resigned also because I was not able to find so many products to love any more and totally get you. I was a demo in germany for almost 5 years. In the beginning I loved very many items and their desings very much but over the years it became redundant, not much inventive. And the sample designs in the publications went uninspired flat to often ugly to me. Maybe that's because me and my creative drive evolved and I somewhat outgrew the SU product line. The major color change and some other business decisions (the postage increase and the waiting line installment for demos on ordering times when traffic was to be expected high) "was the straw that broke the camel's back".

[@applelover53]

Thank you I find their products to be very repetitive and in recent years very uninspiring.

[@Lindazaworski]

I wish you well and will continue to watch. I bought my SNC because of your videos and one other SU demo. You are an excellent teacher!!!

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much

[@jillclaydon]

You are my Stampin Up demonstrator but I haven’t purchased in a while due to the postage costs now. I enjoy the scan n cut stuff you do so will carry on subscribing and supporting your channel regardless of your decision. Keep up the good work.

[@applelover53]

Hi yes thank you the postage costs did get to high, sometimes when i am doing a SNC video i need product, thats how I started using SU stuff, but I know I can buy card just as good quality cheaper elsewhere.

[@marywaddell8927]

Thankyou Ashley for letting us know of your decision to step back from SU. I too have not been keen on the SU products for some time and think I've enough of thier products to keep me busy for a while. I started watching your channel when I bought my 1st Scan n Cut and learned so much from you which gave me confidence to make cards etc. for family, friends and charities. Your background card is simple, vibrant and can be used for many projects. Good luck. 🍀

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much

[@evesderek8459]

Thank you for being so honest, I have always found stamping up products very expensive, thanks again

[@applelover53]

Hi, just felt i needed to explain especially to anyone who supported me over the years, thank you for your support.

[@carmenbyrne4088]

Thankyou Ashley! I must be honest with you, I haven’t watched much of your videos lately as I’ve missed your Scan and cut tutorials which for me I learnt a lot and still need to learn more! Also you need to be happy with what you want to do so Thankyou ❤

[@applelover53]

Thank you, what do you need to learn maybe that can be another recap video i can do

[@carmenbyrne4088]

@@applelover53 I really need to learn how to use the Print and cut . Thankyou

[@applelover53]

Ok I have covered that before I think but I will see what I can do

[@Donna-qg1me]

Hi, I’m new to SNC and used your channel to make my first card on it. Then life got in the way of crafting. Now I’m hoping to get back into some crafting time and last night started scrolling through your channel to learn what I can do with my SNC. I have so many stamps, card & paper stock that I’ve inherited, gone through, kept what I love, donated what I didn’t, now looking forward to using my supplies. I love your design for this project and the colours used. It looks lovely and fresh.

[@applelover53]

It can get overwhelming i had a big clear out of craft supplies a few years ago and its so freeing. I found things i had had for many many years and never used. Its good to clear out and reduce stuff i find it makes crafting easier.

[@melissab9209]

I watch you for the SnC content. I've never been interested in SU (or any other MLMs). I've learned a lot from you and will continue to watch your SnC vids! ❤

[@applelover53]

I appreciate that! Thank you

[@pennydouphinett4545]

I was just told about your channel. I put my scan n cut in the closet to make room for my sewing machine. I was so excited to get it, but then couldn't find how to use it beyond the basics. Looking forward to going back and watching your videos from the beginning. I stopped buying from SU with rare exceptions years ago. The prices are outrageous and quality is now easy to match or exceed with other companies.

[@applelover53]

Thank you glad you have found me. I totally agree about SU far to expensive now and as good a quality can be purchased elsewhere.

[@davinahardy7195]

Hi, I love your paper, the colour is lovely. Well done and thank you for all your inspiration.

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much!

[@suecartwright6794]

Love your cutting files

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much

[@brendamorgan3881]

Lovely to see you back, it was you in the beginning that got me into the ScanNcut. I love it, but was never into stamping, it sound like the right decision for you. I look forward to your videos coming up, you explain things so easily and over the years I have learnt a lot from you, so a BIG THANK YOU X

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much

[@shellyt9620]

I left SU 2 years ago and never looked back. They retire WAY too many products and the new catalogs just didn’t resonate. They are behind the times…so many wonderful products to choose from and competition allows you to promote other products. The demonstrators are the heartbeat of the business and they are far too restrictive. They charge far too much for shipping, too slow, out of stock constantly and honestly their customer service isn’t that great. I wish you crafty joy and freedom now! I’m very happy shopping at the competition- many pro new products- also designed to work together as well. I hope they change their ways for the demonstrators. I’m also considering the brother, dies are a fortune and I’d love to stop buying the dies. 😘

[@valeriematthews3245]

I have loved SU for years. Came close to joining the same year you did as there was more than usual that I wanted. Then 2020 hit and I realised I needed to use up all the product I had and quit buying. Then, like you began to find there was nothing I wanted or liked. Prices are high, along with the shipping. Certainly understand your decision. That being said, your title caught my eye and now I have learned you do scan n cut. Yeah! My husband purchased one for me for Christmas a few years ago. I used it a bit and now it just sits. I actually wanted it to save on the cost of the SU dies. Maybe your channel will motivate me to once again learn to create with it. I will check your videos out. Thanks for sharing.

[@applelover53]

Hi thank you, yes ive been posting SNC video projects/tutorials for about 8/9 years here on youtube and my website has SNC cutting files a help section and lots of other information. www.applelover53.co.uk

[@pattyh2410]

Understandable. MLMs make it hard to be a profitable business for demonstrators. I have been a subscriber for a long time. Your designs are great!

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much

[@mariasoler7826]

Love your Scan and Cut tutorials. I too was a Stampin Up demonstrator back in the day. I still have lots of product from them. But I pretty much started and left for the same reasons. No regrets. I had no problem you using and demonstrating Stampin up products, but that is not why I tune in or subscribed to your channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge on the Scan and Cut.

[@applelover53]

Thanks so much!

[@annpearson9472]

I gave up on buying SU ages ago. I’ve been watching your scan n cut videos since I bought my DX. You are my “go to” on scan and cut 😊

[@applelover53]

Thank you

[@heatherlorimer6031]

Just to say thank you 😊 you were the 1st person demonstrator I found on you tube when I got my scan and cut. I have since upgraded to an sdx1200. I don't blame you, I have been a bit disillusioned with the stamping up products too but I'm so pleased you are not giving up altogether 😊

[@applelover53]

Hi, no im not giving up youtube i love my scanncut and love to share projects and tutorials with you all, thank you

[@lorettabryant2316]

I am of the same mind...I find the product gets more expensive with each new catalogue...and don't find much in each new catalogue that interests me...Good for you...have a blessed day!

[@applelover53]

Thank you, i agree about the expense and as i said not much has inspired me for a few years so you just have to walk away sometimes and say “at least i tried”

[@rdecook651]

I don't blame you, either. You do what is best for you. I, for one, have always thought their products are over-priced. I'll be watching more of your SNC videos. I need some more lessons. However, I do still have the CM550, and hoping it stays with me for a very long time.

[@applelover53]

Thank you

[@arlenewaddell]

I’m a new subscriber as I have recently bought a ScanNCut and so appreciate all I have learned from you. I need to set aside more time to try things out. I’m happy for you that you made a decision that works for you!

[@applelover53]

Hi welcome and thank you for subscribing, glad the videos are helping

[@jasondeeley797]

Loved your design, still following you, Jason

[@applelover53]

Hi, thank you so much, hope you're ok

[@jasondeeley797]

@@applelover53 thanks Ashley, Yes all ok as selling and buying on top of down sizing to less than half my house now, all to do with my partners health issues, anyway on wards and upwards. Jason

[@lindacrawford5187]

Hello Ashley, I am so happy to hear your going to continue with the BSnC for I have one sitting on my counter and I am so afraid of it for I am a visual person and do not comprehend instructions well. I was like that in school when it came time for test, my mind would go complete blank. Lucky for me, I had a history teacher that had me to stay after the classroom emptied out, he started asking me questions, I answered and when he was done he said I knew you knew the answers, you seem to have a mental block when you read the questions. So from that day on, he would have me to do outlines of the chapters instead of having me to take test. I just wish my other teachers were as smart as he was and understood how some children have mental blocks. Sorry for the long verbiage! I just wanted to say, I still want to continue subscribing to you channel and so happy you will still be around. Blessings to you in your new chapter of life! ❤

[@applelover53]

Hi thank you, i was the same in school, just froze when in an exam kind of setting. Glad the videos help but don't be afraid of it. If it's a CM model and you cut through the mat, just tape it up on the back, if its a DX/SDX auto blade machine you cannot really do anything wrong. Just start with basic shapes from the machine and some card stock and cut, even if its a bunch of circles or squares in various sizes, if you are a paper crafter you will use them. If you work with fabric just look at your card stock shapes as practice for cutting fabric. Its the same with anything its repetition you will get more confident don't give up.

[@snc2010]

I appreciate your honesty. I agree totally on the Stampinup products, prices and not finding much new I want to purchase. So…I need to borrow my sisters scan n cut (she doesn’t use)and go searching for your beginner videos. First video Ive seen of yours and now a new subscriber

[@applelover53]

Thank you, all my videos are in playlist on my youtube channel, you can view by cutting files, canvas workspace for computer, canvas workspace online, scanncut machine only, sewing/machine embroidery etc etc

[@lynnmartin5141]

Good luck Ashley, your knowledge on the scan n cuts are phenomenal. Take care . I know your channel will continue to soar. Xx😃🦋🦋🦋

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much!

[@leahgreenwalt1219]

Yay! I need all the basics you can give 😂

[@applelover53]

Great thank you

[@toniahannan8362]

I believe a person has to do what they believe to be in their best interest and not just for the sake of doing something.. I have enjoyed your videos on scan n cut over the years and I look forward to watching many more ❤

[@applelover53]

Thank you

[@sherrilbjalexander2856]

Just in time, just got my machine and that’s how I ended up here. I also signed up almost a year ago and to date, I am my only and best customer 😊 but rethinking as well. I’ll be hanging around here for awhile! 😊

[@applelover53]

Thank you, ive been on YT for about 8/9 years with the SNC and lots of other videos scheduled and ready to film.

[@evesderek8459]

Yes like the paper, I do use can a but I could only print to A4 size, you are inspirational and makes me try more

[@applelover53]

Hi thank you, yes i print to A4 too no fancy big printer here!

[@DonnaJo3452]

I've always enjoyed your SNC videos and learned a lot! I plan to keep watching! And how's Hannah doing with her golf?

[@applelover53]

Hi, thank you. She is doing ok thank you first full year as a professional and has played a few pro events in Europe, shes only young so hopefully will get better and better as she gets older.

[@created2bless322]

Thank you!!! This is amazing🎉Congratulations and I hope to shop your Etsy shop❤

[@applelover53]

Thank you so much!

[@alisond4643]

Stamping Up's Loss but... OUR GAIN XXXXXX😊 WHOOP WHOOP 🥳🍾🥂 Hope to so more of you like the good olde days 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 See you soon, Ashley 😊

[@applelover53]

Thank you, hope you are ok

[@jdcogar180]

Love your created paper as it is one of my favorite colors. Glad we can still find you for SNC help and inspiration. Miss your live videos on Sunday. How is Eddy doing. Hope Hannah is having a great golfing season.

[@applelover53]

Thank you im going to try and start the sunday lives again although they may not be weekly but things just keep getting in the way at the moment. Eddy is great thank you, a rascal at times but adorable and so good but still doesnt like being left o his own. Hannah is fine still struggling with her stomach but not as bad shes in Denmark this week.

[@JoanOrloffDK]

Beautiful gift box Ashley 🥰 I love your color choices, your flowers and your box design. Because of you, I bought a scan'n'cut, years ago 😉 thank you for that. I am from Denmark, so no stampin up here ❤️ thanks for sharing your creativity Hugs xx

[@applelover53]

Thank you, my daughter has just flown to Denmark today, she has an event there starting on Monday

[@paulbailey207]

Long time no see, do what you love is most important ❤️ I am now back in the UK working for BMW after a horrible and unhappy 3 years dealing with covid and the impact on my business in France So hopefully I will be designing for the scan n cut. Take care Paul

[@applelover53]

Hi, lovely to hear from you sorry to hear about the French business, but happy that you are able to work. take care

[@janetgerber3199]

I just happened up this video today! It's funny because I have been debating whether or not to continue on with SU. I am just a hobbyist demonstrator but as you stated, the last few catalogs haven't really excited me. From what I understand, they are leaning towards smaller catalogs with other items as online purchases only. Not sure if that's true or not. I am not sure it's worth what I am having to spend each quarter. (They do make beautiful designer series paper, though!) I will have to check out some more of your videos! I purchased a brother scan 'n cut a few years ago and I have yet to use it because it intimidates me! LOL I got it because I love to sew and wanted to be able to create my own appliques! Maybe if I watch your videos I will feel more comfortable using it!

[@applelover53]

Lots of videos that should help you on my youtube channel, just look through the different playlist

[@susanfiedler9949]

Love your videos Ashley. So miss your lives.

[@applelover53]

Hi thank you, I will try and get back into them but they may not be weekly. Hope you are keeping well.

[@susanfiedler9949]

@@applelover53 yes we are fine thank you. How’s Eddy doing? How did he cope with the hot weather?

[@applelover53]

Hi, he's a little star and was fine with the hot weather, he just looked for shade if at home, he was so good when we went to Scotland recently to watch Hannah too but was so tired each night.

[@susanfiedler9949]

@@applelover53 glad to hear he managed the weather. Funnily enough even though it was really hot here my dog managed extremely well considering he has loads of fur.

[@karenfreeman1230]

Love the file and the colours are great. I had a look at Canva last weekend and can't wait to explore it further. Wouldn't have known it existed if it wasn't for you, so thank you. I am thinking of buying a new printer but not sure what to buy. Can I be cheeky and ask what printer you use, the papers you designed look really good. Can't wait to see what you come up with next 😊

[@applelover53]

Hi yes Canva is good and you can do so much with just the free version which is all I use. My printer is nothing special its a top load feed and its an HP Deskjet had it years I buy my ink refills through the HP monthly plan that i think costs me about £3.50, it just gives piece of mind when printing especially in colour, they send you the ink cartridges through the post automatically, as they can tell your usage through the online app. I used to have to pay about £25 plus every time i needed ink cartridges and im sure they have gone up even more now. I think the system is called something like instant ink but theres info on the printer box and a google search will bring info up for you.

[@GayleRobinson-bu2vt]

I'm not a big Stampin' Up fan myself as their products all look the same. I believe they need a new designer as the "look" hasn't really changed since they started. I do love their solid card stock though as it's dyed all way thru. I want solid colors without a white core. The DSP is okay but I've found other brands that are more my taste. 49th and Market and Graphic 45 are two of my favorites! I've found if I listen to my instincts they're always spot on! I'm confident the same will hold true for you. You have a solid following and I hope nothing but the best for you! hugs

[@applelover53]

Thank you and I totally agree about SU products Ived used Graphic 45 in the past and liked it too.

[@marilynnhartl6129]

very cute

[@applelover53]

Thank you! 😊

[@mariemort2135]

I’m new! Scanncut????? What is it and how do you do it?

[@applelover53]

Its an electronic cutting machine my channel is dedicated to it, of you watch some of the videos you will get to understand what it is and what it can do to help crafters. thank you

[@MOWH4486]

Hi What's happened to your free cutting files from years ago?

[@applelover53]

The only free files I have are on my website thank you. www.applelover53.co.uk

[@KScootz26]

I love your SNC videos. I also was an SU demo. There was a special when I signed up with SU a few years ago. The special was the full set of Regals inkpads which I thought was too good to miss. I was really only a hobby demo as I never pushed sales and as a result I have ended up with heaps of SU products, most of which I haven't even used. I stayed with them for a couple of years or so then dropped out. I do, however, still buy some SU stuff from my previous up-line now and again.

[@applelover53]

Thank you I did like the card stock but there are lots of other companies out there now that sell equal if not better quality a lot cheaper, so I will have to see where this step back from SU takes me.

[@bobbyspapercraft]

I’m done after 12 years. I’m tired of their antics

[@essiefowler9775]

Yes they’re not very exciting at the moment it’s the same old

[@Chitchatwithme24]

I'm glad you're leaving and I hope many many more will leave too, for what they are doing to the kids other grandparents, keeping them from seeing their father;s parents is just evil, F stampin up, they are greedy and do not care about other people period.. I hope God brings them down..

[@applelover53]

It is shocking what is going on with their daughter

[@pattyh2410]

I agree! I feel sorry for their employees and demonstrators. What I have seen is terrible! Shelli’s actions could be detrimental to SU, and the livelihood of so many.

[@paulineburns8446]

We all need to do what is right for us…good luck for the future 😀🐨🇦🇺🦘

[@applelover53]

Thank you