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Tuesday 20 October 2009

...a decision

I just wanted to pop on the the blog to let folks know about something.

I have been very happy about my stamps, I have been using a supplier who makes the most wonderful thick stamps, and they stamp beautifully. But they are not the only clear stamp makers in the field and I would not be doing my duty to my business if I wasn't aware of what else is out there.

My business is starting to grow and the more stamps I design, the more possibilities seem to open up to me, I have quite a lot of notebooks already filled with doodles and sketches of stamps that I need to draw up some day. I find myself thinking about this company having a future!

I constantly check out other suppliers, and for a while I have been drawn to an American supplier who is ahead of the field in certain exciting areas. I have spent some time evaluating the new company in relation to how it could benefit my stamps and I find that it is time for my company to engage this new supplier.

So, beginning from the next release I will be introducing stamps from my new supplier.

Up until now I have designed stamps to suit the production methods from my first supplier, and I see no reason to change these as they are good designs that I am very happy with. I will continue to sell the existing sets as they are. Even if the new supplier takes over production of the existing sets, the designs will not change, the sets will remain exactly as they are.

I know that a lot of you are very fond of the stamps I have been selling up to now, I have received numerous emails praising their thickness and quality. Thank you, and to these customers I say that if you are not equally delighted with the new stamps, you have only to email me directly and I will take care of you. I stand over the new stamps as I do the first stamps.

It is true that the new stamps are slightly different in appearance, they are clearer and fractionally thinner. This is due to the fact that they are made from a different photopolymer compound. There is no difference in their durability and no difference in their stampability. They are a first class stamp and I have no hesitation in recommending them to you. Many of you are already using them! lol, I'm not the only company they make for!!

The sets will remain the same size and the prices will not change.

I do hope everyone will be very happy with the new stamps - I am over the moon! lol, and I can't wait to show you what is coming next!!! I'm waiting on confirmation of a particularly exciting set that you will not be able to see without a password!!! oooooh what fun!!! - don't worry it's nothing 'strange', it's just a little precaution I'm taking...you'll see why!!!!

30 comments:

  1. Sounds so exciting! How will we get this password?? I'm sure the new supplier will be great, as you have such high standards!

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  2. Sounds exciting Claire!! Glad everything is going so well for you.

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  3. Oh, cool! Can't wait to see the new set! Please put me on the list to get a password!

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  4. How exciting for you Claire! Your business has really taken flight!

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  5. I cant wait to see whats new! Your stamp designs are top notch Claire!

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  6. Wow...what a decision to make. I am sure you made the wisest choice for your company. I still haven't had the opportunity to order from you yet...so when I do order, I won't know the difference. LOL!
    Congrats on your compandy doing so well and can't wait to see your next release....Many Blessings!!

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  7. talk about intrigue...you sure have a way Claire :)

    Looking forward to the up and coming changed in your ever-growing company!!

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  8. How exciting, Claire!! I think one of the things that sets you apart from many of the other stamp manufacturers is that you're also one of "us." You were a stamper first, so you understand what stampers need. I am absolutely thrilled to pieces at the Waltzingmouse Stamps that I already own, and know without a doubt that whatever supplier you've chosen for future products will be just as top notch as the first season of Waltzingmouse. I also love the idea of passwords - must be the nosy rosy in me! Can't wait to see what you've got up your sneaky little sleeve for us!! Hugs!

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  9. Oh Claire, what fun!! I am sorry if the password is because someone would borrow your idea!!

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  10. I see a huge future for your company, too, Claire, so it's good to find the best supplier now rather than later. And, oh, you've tantalized with the password-only peek. Can't wait!

    Hugs,
    Lisa

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  11. I'm so glad to hear you have new stamps coming, Claire. And I look forward to the changes up ahead. Knowing you, I know they'll only make your stamps better.

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  12. Oh Claire the password part sounds soooo exciting! Your stamps rock and I know that you wouldn't make changes in the supplier that would harm the quality of your product. I'm so happy that it's all going well!

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  13. Oooh, this sounds so exciting! It's been an exciting journey from the beginning Claire and I expect it'll only get better and better. Thank you so much for taking the time to put your own lovely designs out there for us to share. I can't wait to see what this latest intrigue is all about, I just know it'll be worth the wait in the end...

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  14. Hi Claire, I know you will have made the right decision regarding the suppliers so I'm sure they will be just as perfect as the last. You really know how to get us excited about new releases, in fact I think you enjoy torturing us lol. Can't wait to see what you have in store. Donna x

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  15. Sounds like a good plan to me Claire! I know you're watching out for the best quality for your wonderful designs!

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  16. I trust your decision as I know you will want only the best for your company. Can't wait for your next release. You are being such a tease! LOL.

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  17. How intriguing--can't wait to see what fascinating new thing you have come up with! I know whatever decision you have made regarding the supplier will be great! You have done such a wonderful job with your new little company and your stamp sets have been fantastic!

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  18. Hi Claire,

    I have just spent far too long browsing your wonderful blog - your tutorials are wonderful, your cards are to die for but I really just wanted to wish you every success with your business.
    I'm sure your customers will be more than pleased with the new manufacturer of yor beautiful stamps, as I'm confident you would in no way compromise on quality being a stamper yourself. I am just going to place my first order - can't really afford it but I just HAVE to have some - the only difficulty will be to choose which set as they are all fabulous.
    I've also joined your merry band of followers just so's I don't miss anything LOL!


    Luv'n'Stuff
    Max
    xx

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  19. How misterious and intriguing! I'd like to have the password, I'm so curious!

    I received the plates I bought from you yesterday and they're wonderful, but I'm sure your next ones will be absolutely fine.

    Thank you

    Dani

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  20. We know that you have our best interest at heart and that you are doing the best thing possible for your business. I'm absolutely positive that all is going to continue to be fabulous!!!

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  21. A password!?! *thinking* .. what does she mean??.... a password - Claire, help... what? how? when? where?... I need it in any case.LOL ... looking foreward to test the new supplier with the new sets ;-)

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  22. Hi Claire, I love your stamps and I am sure you know what's best for your company. Really looking forward to your next release!

    Mandy

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  23. Oh, how exciting; you always keep everything so "real" and that's refreshing! I'm looking into finding employment after the 1st of the year, so perhaps I'll finally be able to purchase some of your fabulous stamps! Can't wait to see what else you create; LOVE what I've seen so far!!! ;-)

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  24. Hi claire
    Looking very much forward to the release,with password.....can't wait!
    Holly.

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  25. Looking forward to seeing what is to come in the future. I don't have any of your stamps yet, but will I am sure very soon :o)

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  26. I can't wait to see your new designs - your past ones are sooooo good - it's going to be hard to beat them.

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  27. you know how to keep our attention, i'm having a peek at your blog every day ( sometimes more than one's) so that i don;t miss anything.

    I'm looking forward to see the new stanps so i will be on the look out for that password.

    Hugs Yvon.

    p.s enjoy your stamping, i'm sure we will when we see what you've been making!!!

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  28. I LOVE your business sense. You are quite the business woman, and I have no doubt that you will be so successful! Best, Curt

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  29. My most recently-received order compels me to say "SIGN ME UP, TOO!" Your designs rock, Claire, and you must do whatever it takes to keep it that way. Can't wait to see what else you have been brewing up.

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