Last time I checked, your life, just like everyone else's, is YOURS and you get to make your business what you want it to be. Never beholden to anyone else's opinion. Thanks for taking the time for this. I am 100% sure you are not alone. I dropped about 4 years ago after 10 years as a demo, because that was right for ME. People were all weird about it, for some strange reason. I still love making cards! My stamp collection is downright irresponsible. But now I feel no hesitation or guilt to use snarky greetings or funny images. I can choose from a huge variety of artists' work. It's a great position to be in. All the very best wishes to you as you pivot in your own direction! ❤🎨

I was an SU demo for over 17 years. I quit about 5 years ago when I felt their product was stale and just a repeat of the same old thing. My creativity and joy has returned as I discovered the vast papercrafting world outside of Stampin Up. There is SO more innovation waiting for you. Sending you huge hugs!

I have quit SU after 25 years.  I will not help pay for Shanna's defense.  Shelli is keeping those kids from Jared's family.  Shame on them!  No more SU.  No support.

Wow!!! It's so awesome to hear somebody tell it like it is. When every demo in the country is featuring the same bundle during the same period of time, it's no coincidence. When everyone offers "free card kits" with an order of a certain amount, it's not a coincidence. I have still not recovered creatively from SU. I feel like I spent thousands of dollars on products that I rarely use, some I don't even like. I have subscribed to this channel. You are refreshing, and you didn't "sugar-coat" what needed to be said. You've got my respect!

I was honestly and literally brought to tears hearing you share how poorly you've been treated on so many fronts. I commend you for your very fair and, frankly, kind, explanation. I suspect that this whole process wasn't anywhere near as easy as you made it sound.

I have been a fan of yours for all the years you went from a new demo to one of the people with the highest social media presence representing your company. I am shocked that they would allow someone of your considerable talent and influence to not be supported and while I am sad for them, I am THRILLED for you!

Thank you for your honesty and know that there are ZILLIONS of us out here who are EAGERLY awaiting to see All The Things from you!

I quit SU for a health issue. While undergoing chemotherapy and surgery and stuff, I laid in bed alot and browsed websites.  I love SU carstock and ink but I love Soellbinders, Tonic, Diamond Press, etc. I will never stop looking at other stuff. I love it. It is so much better, more creative, and less expensive than SU. And when SU did their thing with Close to my Heart, I was done with even the appearance of loyalty.   It’s a wide open field out there with many fabulous creative people and I am healthy now so I’m going to enjoy it all. SU can go fly a kite with their over-priced Temu products. My classes are well attended and crafting is fun again and discovering new stuff is good for the growth of my crafting abilities. God bless your awakening and congratulations for acquiring your joy!

Thank you for your honesty. You are the first STAMPIN UP demonstrator I have heard finally talk about this.  I have never been a fan of multilevel businesses. STAMPIN  UP has always been so expensive because of that.  I like their products but buy them at thrift stores mostly. That is just me. I have been following this case and I personally think it is worth evaluating supporting this company because of it. However the hate that has been thrown at you is absolutely disgusting and shameful. I’m so sorry you have had to endure such behavior. I truly look forward to what you will be teaching all of us as you explore all that is out there in this crafting world. I wish you the best. GOD bless you my dear. ❤️

I am so excited for you….there is so much more beyond Stampin Up. I stopped being a demonstrator 5 years ago and it was the best decision I ever made.  I look forward to seeing you bloom and grow in your new journey.❤

Stampin Up is one of the few companies that is NOT supportive of other stamp companies.  When you follow some of the other content  makers they use a variety of products and they are supportive of each other.  Good luck, and I subscribe to your channel today!!

I was doing Stampin Up last year and people commented on my posts “murderer” and other hate, and I had no idea why they were doing this! I’m in Canada so I did not know about this case. I looked it up and was so surprised. Needless to say I deleted everything that had to do with Stampin Up and I quit. So I understand and am sorry you had to go through this. 💕

OH, Meg! I do not even know where to begin. I noticed the different products in your recent videos, but that was what I liked about you. You never insisted that we had to use one particular product line. I follow other demonstrators who do just that. One even criticized me during a live video for using a different company's product and posting a photo to her FB page. I was humiliated even though I was by myself in my craft room. I did not know that was a thing at the time. I started following you years ago because I loved your attitude, personality, and craft style. I am so sorry you received the hate mail and the difficulties you had trying to quit SU. You (nobody does) do not deserve that!!!!  Hopefully, you can put it all behind you. It will not be easy.  I have slowed down my own cardmaking because of my age and abilities, but I will continue watching your videos!   Have fun!

I've been a demo for over 20 years - I have collected "contraband" crafting items for probably the past 8 years.  I couldn't afford to branch out to other brands until then.  The last few catalogs from SU have been hugely disappointing.  I'm contemplating dropping my demoship....  but I love the paper and matching ink......  as soon as I stock up - I'm out......  Best of everything to you!  You are a joy to listen to.  Don't let the haters get you down........

I will always be grateful for Stampin' Up! because it introduced me to cardmaking, way back in 2000. But over time, I found that the products didn't match my style at all. I had always used stamps from other companies but found myself buying fewer and fewer from SU. I always hated the MLM model, especially because other companies have products of equal or better quality but at a better price point because they aren't paying commissions. I also hated how frequently things get retired, especially colors. The In Style colors, in particular. I hate when a color I love goes away. I finally abandoned SU around the time the original blendabilities came out. They were so bad, and  I quickly ditched them and bought copic markers. I also found quality ink and cardstock from brands that don't constantly retire colors. And there are a number of companies making stamps that fit my vibe perfectly. If you never leave the SU bubble, you will have no idea how much great stuff is out there.

As a 20+ year customer of SU! and a former demonstrator, I’ve been feeling for years as though their innovation had stalled out, and I was getting tired of seeing every set come from the same limited number of artists. I started branching out into different products despite the unhappiness of my demonstrator (and best friend) that I was “taking money away” from her by spending it with other companies. I acknowledged her unhappiness, but told her that ultimately I was going to buy what made me happy, since that was my reason for card making and stamping. I still bought some product from SU!, but it gradually became less and less as I saw nothing in the catalogs I wanted. I don’t know what the future holds for SU!, but I’m glad your world has opened up, and I wish you much joy in your new journey.

Good for you! We all should stand up for our principles.  We are all accountable one day.
I find these statements refreshing and admirable. ❤

I have been with SU for only 2 years as a hobby demonstrator and am leaving the end of this year.  So many things have changed in these two years, but one constant is that their shipping is so out of line that I made sure to purchase only when shipping was free, and it worked for me in many cases for these two years.  I went to SU classes many years ago, and I could not believe how many demonstrators were still in it for so many years.  I wish you the best and plan to follow you to see how you have branched out.  I follow so many vendors and have learned so much from them and I believe there is plenty of room to share new products.

I’m so happy for you!  I was part of SU family, and you are an AMAZING teacher. But I grew tired of SU products.  There are so many wonderful products out there, inks, papers, stamps, etc.   SU just got old for me.   I saw some videos you made with other products recently, and I was sooooo happy that you branched out.  You have a good heart, and it showed as you never pushed products on us.  May you throughly enjoy your new journey!  This is a hobby to enjoy and let creativity flow, and we can always learn from others.

Thank you for coloring outside the lines. It shows your creativity.  Don’t stop teaching

I applaud you and your openness about your journey.  I respect you for following your heart and what feels right for you.  Thank you for your honesty, and most of all, for continuing to share your creativity with us. ❤

Well done. Very brave video to make. I left Stampin’ Up! Years ago due to the control factor. I have loved your videos although I haven’t kept up for a while. Crafting for me has been a healing since the death of my son. Your calmness as you crafted was mesmerising. Keep crafting and heal from this experience. I’m sorry people have treated you so unkindly.