Autumn is coming!! Check out this cute online exclusive Iconic Celebrations 6X6" Designer Series Paper #164193. The images on the paper are the same as the Autumn Leaves Dies #162185!
This is a Z-Fold design: cut the base card stock 4-1/4 X 11" and score at 2-3/4 and 5-1/2". It's so easy!!
Create for Autumn now!!
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What a stately tree! This handmade card uses the online exclusive, Frosted Forest Bundle #164137. This bundle contains a stamp set, coordinating dies and a decorative mask (stencil.) Because this bundle has MORE parts, it offers MORE ways to be creative. This tree uses ONLY the masks. The grass is the pine tree stamp image.
TIP: before you remove the leaf mask, splatter the tree with a dark green marker! This adds another layer of interest.
The tree image and a gold foil layer were cut with the Countryside Corners Dies #161471. This card would be great for a guy! Be sure to check out the Online Exclusives in my online store's menu. There are lots of fun products there!
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Such a lovely set of dies, Encircled in Nature #163628. This pretty wreath is cut from Blackberry Bliss Card Stock and mounted onto Unbounded Beauty 12X12" Designer Series Paper #163372.
Be sure to used Adhesive Sheets #152334 when cutting narrow shaped dies. This eliminates oozing glue when applying the die cut to the card. It's like magic. Try it!
This beautiful Nests of Winter Bundle is COMING in the Sept-Dec Mini Catalog starting September 4th. This sweet card was created by my friend and team member, Barb Faulkner of Illinois. The layout is an easy fancy fold where the bottom front is cut 1-1/4" short .
These colors pop! Pool Party and Real Red are a great pairing. Thank you Barb, for sharing such a lovely creation!
If you are a regular shopper with me, you will be receiving the NEW 2024 Sept-Dec Mini Catalog full of seasonal and holiday products! Watch for it!!
Make a Card, Mail a Card!!
At our recent Midwest North Star Stamper Gathering, we voted on the best swap. It was a difficult decision because we had outstanding swap cards made by the attendees. The winner was Shari Bocker, 20 year demonstrator!! CONGRATS to Shari who received a NEW Holiday sentiment stamp set for her clever creation!!
Shari used the adorable online exclusive, Garden Meadow Bundle #162741. Her use of the Country Woods 12X12" Designer Series Paper #163393 is SO UNIQUE! She used the multi-colored rustic wood planks sheet and cut into 1/4" strips and staggered when attaching. This technique is BARGELLO, similar to the quilt technique by the same name. SO FUN!!
The base card is the easy-to-use NEW Basic Beige color! EXCELLENT card, Shari! Thanks to everyone else who had VERY lovely cards, also. So glad you all joined us - you are the best!!
Create and Mail!!
Aren't these cards made of scraps cute? They feature scraps from the 2024-2026 In Color Designer Series Paper Assortment #163777 .
I LOVE the 6X6" Designer Series Papers for envelope flaps. Therefore, scraps accumulate!! That's a great opportunity it make some cute SCRAP CARDS!!
These strips are cut 1/2" wide and vary in length. Start near the middle of a 4 X 5-1/4" piece of Basic White Card Stock. Attach the first strip at any angle, then build random strips parallel on one side and perpendicular on the other side of the first strip. Flip the white cardstock and cut off excess beyond the edges. Add any sentiment.
Try this scrap card with any designer papers. If you use just one designer paper package, the colors will flow nicely. This is fun and easy. TRY IT!!
Bonus Days in July
Check out this sweet TAB CARD created with the Something Fancy Dies #160424. The cute little flower die is separate, which allows it to be placed anywhere you desire! The 2024-2026 In Color Glimmer 12X12" Specialty Paper #163771 adds an interesting layer to emphasize the shape.
The card that opens is 8-1/2 X 3-1/4" scored at 4-1/4". The TAB arm is 1" wide but that width is flexible. The base card is Petunia Pop color embossed with the NEW Dashing Design 3D Embossing Folder #163483. The printed paper is Unbounded Beauty 12X12" Designer Series Paper #163372.
Give this adorable Fancy Fold a try. It's quick and cute!!
BONUS DAYS
Let the designer paper SPEAK!! Full of Life 6X6" Designer Series Paper #163357 is FUN and geometric!! This is an easy TAB Fancy Fold card!
Here is the layout of this fancy fold. The opening card is 3-1/4 X 8-1/2", scored at 4-1/4". The tab is 7/8" wide, but can vary. The base circle is 2".
Check out the Full of Life Suite #163369 for MORE items to coordinate with these playful papers! It's happy and colorful! Try it!
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Additional 10% off Bundles of Stamps & Dies
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Here is my FAVORITE Bundle...
Country Birdhouse Bundle #163401
Such a fun bundle and it's on sale!
Additional 10% OFF Stamp/Die Bundles in June 2024
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Everyone has birthdays, so keep cards ready! This Birthday wish features the Wanted to Say Dies #161594 which are bold and easy to read! The background is the pretty Unbounded Beauty 12X12" Designer Series Paper #163372 paired with NEW Peach Pie colored card stock.
This eye catching ribbon treatment is called RUCHING, pronounced ROOSH-ING. It means to make a ripple-like effect with fabric. Try it!! Place a strip of Tear & Tape where you want the ribbon. Using your thumb, slightly fold the ribbon back and forth while pressing it onto the sticky tape.
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The NEW color Petunia Pop is a wonderful companion to Blackberry Bliss!! This Country Birdhouse Bundle #163401 is my VERY favorite bundle in Stampin' Up!'s new 2024-2025 Annual Catalog!! There are LOTS of options for creating darling birdhouses!!
The birdhouse is die cut from the 2024-2026 In Color 6X6" Designer Series Paper #163777.
The background is created with the new Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder #163414.
I'll be posting many more ideas for this very sweet Country Birdhouse Bundle!
When you order at my online store, be sure to check the ONLINE EXCLUSIVES and CLEARANCE RACK!!
This stamp set is designed to create any citrus fruits - orange, lemon or grapefruit! COOL!! Sweet Citrus Stamp Set #160641 has coordinating Sweet Citrus Hybrid Embossing Folder and Dies #160644. This card is a Gate Fold, fancy fold. Colors are Starry Sky and Pumpkin Pie papers with Crushed Curry ink.
What a FUN sentiment!! These products retire April 30, 2024 and supplies are limited.
Here is an easy handmade card for a Birthday. This Brewed for You Stamp Set #159087 has coordinating Brewed Dies #159092 for increased creativity! Cut 2-1/4"off the right front of the card base to make this easy fancy fold. SIMPLE!!
These adorable products are retiring April 30th, so purchase soon! They'd be a great addition to your stamp collection!
Cherry Builder Punch #158716 coordinates with this Sweetest Cherries Stamp Set #158711. It creates a happy, colorful Birthday card!
These colors are Pretty Peacock, Cherry Cobbler, and Shaded Spruce. The cute check is Glorious Gingham 6X6" Designer Series Paper #163170.
Even the sentiment is "sweet!!" LOL The stamp set, punch and gingham paper are all on the Last Chance List!! Both current catalogs expire April 30, 2024.
Spring pastels from the Lighter Than Air 6 x 6" Designer Series Paper #162747 create the perfect layer for this sweet tea cup. The Everyday Details Bundle with Dies #162865 is the source of the image and die cuts.
Did you notice the vellum circle behind the tea cup? The flower is colored with Stampin' Up! BLENDS, alcohol markers.
The bundle has this lovely versatile sentiment appropriate for any "special day!"
Nothing says SPRINGTIME like a sweet bird's nest! This is a very realistic nest from the Everyday Details Bundle #162865.
The card base is Lost Lagoon with a layer of Pool Party. The egg's color is Pool Party to look like Robin eggs. HELLO Spring!
This sweet Z-Fold card was a recent class favorite! It pairs the Everyday Details Bundle #162865 with the Delightfully Eclectic 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161640. Pink and Green are simply a charming duo!
To create this Fancy Fold, cut a base card 4-1/4 X 11". Score at 2-1/2 and 5-1/2". This displays designer paper so nicely!
The Tea Cup is colored with Stampin' Up! BLENDS, alcohol markers: Bubble Bath, Lemon Lolly and Old Olive.
Get lost in MONET-LIKE scenery! This Meandering Meadows 6X6" Designer Series Paper #162735 demands center stage! Simply frame it and add a sentiment for a lovely card!
This is the Scalloped Contours Dies #155560 and Balmy Blue Textured 12X12" Shimmer Paper #160838. The base card is Night of Navy color.
Here is another card created with the same products that has a totally different feeling. These scenic designer papers are so versatile!! Meandering Meadows #162735 is an Online Exclusive.
This card is a tropical delight featuring big colorful leaves like Caladium and Elephant Ears! This is the Online Exclusive Tropical Leaf Bundle with Punch #161249! These actual leaves come in an abundance of colorful greens, pinks and reds!! Just google "caladium" to see all the varieties!
These are the real thing! See how the arrow shaped leaves point downward.
This is a gate fold card and the colors are Garden Green and Petal Pink. The pottery is Rose Gold Foil #159139 die cut with Earthen Textures Dies #161513.
Inside this gate fold card.
Be sure to check out Stampin' Up!'s online exclusives!! They are not in any publication.
LAST CHANCE to earn Sale-A-Bration FREE items with purchase is Thursday, Feb. 29th, 11:50 pm MT!!
Watercolor Melon Stamp Set
FREE S-A-B item! YUM!
We love handmade cards in the mail!! This mailbox is so cute, create with the Textured 12 X 12" Shimmer Paper #160838! It gives a corrugated texture. The Sending Love Bundle #162880 is all about mail!
This clever die cut mailbox can be open or closed. Did you notice the subtle background that was created with the Artistic Mix Masks #159178 and a Blending Brush #160518? The base color is Soft Sea Form, stenciled with the same color ink for softness.
You would have so much fun using this Sending Love Bundle! My recent class loved it!
during Sale-A-Bration
This BIG 12 X 12" Designer Paper Pack of 48 sheets is a $30 retail value, BUT....you can earn it FREE during Sale-A-Bration with a $50 product purchase!! This item is by far the very best value of all the free items offered during Sale-A-Bration!! Order today because Sale-A-Bration ENDS Feb. 29th!!
This adorable card features the Delightfully Eclectic 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper!
You can earn these cute papers FREE with purchase during Stampin' Up!'s Sale-A-Bration Promo!! This adorable recent class project features Sunny Days 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #162974. The color of the card base is Pool Party.
This lovely sentiment is from the Pansy Patch Stamp Set #154999.
Did you notice how nicely the Cloud Punch #157749 features the sentiment?? Perfect pairings make me happy!!
during Sale-A-Bration!!
So far, Flight & Airy 12X12" Designer Series Paper #162977 has been the MOST selected free Sale-A-Bration item from my customers! You can see why! It's lovely, springy and versatile!!
This is a recent class project. These are 2X2" Designer Paper squares, layered on top of basic white card stock embossed with Merry Melody 3D Embossing Folder #156392.
Order today and earn a FREE item for each and every $50 or $100 purchased! (USA) It's a perfect time to stock up on essentials!
Sale-A-Bration Promo!
This is a SWEET deal!! Purchase $50 (in USA) and this Watercolor Melon Stamp Set of nine images is yours FREE!! Bonus: it coordinates with the Modern Oval Punch #162234!!
This is a great gender neutral card!! The sentiments on the front and inside are Wanted to Say Dies #161594. It's fun to create summertime cards in winter!!
These colors are Black, Real Red, and Garden Green. The background is the handy Neutrals 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #161641. Purchase now because this Sale-A-Bration DEAL will not last forever!!
OH WHAT FUN you can have with tiny envelopes!! This envelope die comes from the ADORABLE Sending Love Bundle #162880. This is just one of 15 dies that create "mail" themed shapes! These cute, pastel papers are Lighter Than Air 6X6" Designer Series Papers #162747.
The base card is Gorgeous Grape color with a layer of Fresh Freesia. The tiny hearts are Highland Heather.
INSIDE
Check out this FUN, happy stripe!
Are you ready for Valentines Day?? It's almost here!
during Sale-A-Bration Promo!
When you are shopping in my online store, be sure to check the ONLINE EXCLUSIVES!! They are not in any catalog, and I don't want you to miss them. This is the LOVELY, relaxing Meandering Meadows 6X6" Design Series Paper #162735. It has beautiful Monet-like scenes.
There is no sentiment in this card... yet. It would make a quiet sympathy card or an encouraging get well greeting. The scenes are so easy to use and create quick, easy cards.
It's SALE-A-Bration time!!
FREE Watercolor Melon Stamp Set #162962 with a $50 purchase during Sale-A-Bration Promo!! Such a FUN bunch of images!! And there is a coordinating punch - Modern Oval Punch #162234!! These colors are Real Red and Garden Green. The drips are easily created with the "seed" image and sparkled up with Wink of Stella Glitter Pen #141897.
The perfect greeting is from the Ice Cream Swirl Stamp Set #162764.
There are even MORE great items to choose from during the FANTASTIC Sale-A-Bration Promo that runs through Feb. 2024!! Order early for the best selection!
You may not recognize this card without the BEE image! Yep, this is the adorable BEE My Valentine Bundle #162554. This sweet flower proudly stands alone with a Valentine wish!!
Front layers and inside are die cut using the Deckled Rectangles Dies #159173.
Bee My Valentine Bundle #162554 is sweet and versatile! You will love it!! Try it!
It's everyone's favorite promotion time - SALE-A-BRATION!! Select free items for each and every $50 or $100 you purchase!
Coming Thursday, in the NEW Jan.-April Mini Catalog!! This is the cute reversible Planted Paradise Stamp Set #162925. Each stamp image can be used on either side so you are getting twice the images!!
Inside
Build different plant arrangements with an option to hang the pots by using macrame images! Too FUN! Who remembers macrame??
Check the Last Chance List, it ends 1-3-2024!
Are you smiling? This sassy, happy BEE makes an adorable note card!! BEE My Valentine Bundle with Punch #162554 is so versatile! It goes way beyond Valentines Day!!
The BEE's black stripes are shimmering with Wink of Stella Glitter Brush #141897! The Note Cards & Envelopes #159232 are so handy to have on hand!
These products will be available in the Jan. - April Mini Catalog beginning Jan. 4th! Order early!
This cute old truck can transport anything you can think of!! This blue truck has a load of FISH, for the fisherman!!
The fish were fussy cut from the Let's Go Fishing 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161534. The scale make them look like WHOPPERS!! So fun!!
This is the fun and versatile Trucking Along Bundle with Punch #162306!! Find this in my online store under Online Exclusives!! Get it while it's available!
This ADORABLE little BEE is coming Jan. 4th in Stampin' Up!'s new Jan. - April Mini Catalog!! It's the BEE My Valentine Bundle with Punch #162554. Did you notice that the bee body shape doubles as a conversation bubble? SO clever and cute!!
The black stripes of the bee have Wink of Stella Glitter Pen for SPARKLE! If you are a regular purchaser from me, watch your mailbox. The NEW Mini Catalog will be arriving anytime. It's filled with exciting new creative products!! GET READY!!
This is super easy! Try it!
If you are attending my Christmas Card Class this Saturday, you will make this FESTIVE Christmas card and coordinating envelope!! LUCKY YOU!!
This gorgeous cherry cobbler card features Joyful 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #161980 and More Dazzle 6 X 6" Specialty Designer Series Paper #161749.
You can create this fancy fold at home: cut base 11 X 4-1/4". Score at 1-1/2" and 7". EASY!
This is the same format as the previous post. Scroll down to get dimensions. This card features a dark paper, Delightfully Eclectic 12S12" Designer Series Paper #161640, and gives a totally different look!
This sentiment is a go to favorite, Go To Greetings Stamp Set #158763. The cardstock colors are Night of Navy and Bubble Bath.
I met a really nice demonstrator, Kathy Hilden of Michigan, at Stampin' Up!'s BackStage/Leadership Event in Las Vegas. Her swap was just the BEST idea and sweetly created. Isn't this just ADORABLE!! Well, it's super easy! Just start with Designer Series Paper cut 3 X 3". Cut it in half at a slight angle. Spread the cut and put your sentiment there. Trading swaps with other demonstrators is just the BEST!! We all have different styles.
The base card is Pool Party with a layer of Pretty Peacock. This Garden Walk 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #161945 is just CHARMING!! What a sweet card, Kathy!! Thanks for swapping with me!!
This is the Fractured Card Technique using the lovely watercolored Joy of Christmas 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161958.
The tall narrow Alphabet a la Mode Dies #160750 create the perfect JOY!
Here is a different format for NOEL. Watch my video to learn this very easy technique!!
TRY IT!!
Navy and Gold are elegant! The Shining Brightly 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162378 is die cut with the versatile Timeless Arrangements Dies #161525 for striking results!!
The large bold sentiment, Joy to You Stamp Set #162090, is easy to read!
The base card is Night of Navy. Try it!
The Winter Meadow 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #162133 is breath-taking!! So lovely and peaceful!
This is a class card in an easy Fancy Fold. Base card is 11 X 4-1/4", scored at 4" and 9-1/2". So simple!
This bold and easy to read sentiment is Joy To You Stamp Set #162090.
This lovely Fancy Fold is 4-1/4" square to maximize the use of the pretty Winter Meadow 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #162133. The Timeless Arrangements Dies #161525 create these dainty sprigs which are painted with Wink of Stella Glitter Brush #141897.
Cut the designer paper 11-1/2 X 4". Score at 3-1/2 and 7-1/2". Mount onto a Misty Moonlight base cut 4-1/4" square. EASY, and a great way to show off designer papers!
Use the medium Stampin' Up! envelope. A square envelope is an extra postage charge in the USA.
A peaceful nature Christmas card. This is the lovely Winter Meadow 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #162133. Click this image for a larger view. Then you can see the Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush #141897.
The Blackberry Bliss frame is cut with the online exclusive, Radiating Stitches Dies #161595. The base card is Smoky Slate, a very useful neutral.
Inside is a large, easy to read sentiment from Joy to You Stamp Set #162090.
Classic! Have you seen the Tartan Foil 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162332? It's an online exclusive and not in any Stampin' Up! publication. The bold, easy to read sentiment is the classic Joy to You Stamp Set #162090.
The sentiment is framed with the Countryside Corners Dies #161471. Colors are Lost lagoon and Pretty Peacock.
Here is a fun and festive Holiday card using Stampin' Up!'s Merry & Bright Bundle #161951. The coordinating Merry Bold & Bright 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161945 has lots of primary colors to work with!!
This is a standard 4-1/4 X 5-1/2" base card. The striped/starred flap is 4 X 4", scored at 1/2". The 1/2" folds and attaches to the back of the base card. This cute Fancy Fold really shows off the colorful designer paper!
Try this JOLLY greeting!!
Sympathy cards are important to have on hand. Here is a beauty. The Aspen Trees Dies #159798 create a perfect forest to look into and see the lovely, peaceful sunset view from All About Autumn 6X6" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162178. The Trees Die is cut from the front of the card and is not a layer.
The sentiment is from Kindest Expressions Stamp Set #161415.
Inside the card, you see the pretty geometric foil design on the backside of the All About Autumn paper.
Try this peaceful design.
This is a colorful, festive class project that could be a Christmas or winter Birthday card! The ADORABLE mitten is from the versatile Celebrate with Tags Stamp Set #159974.
The fun colorful paper is Merry Bold & Bright 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161945. Such a CHEERFUL card!!
This card was a recent class favorite. It's the Fractured Card Technique using the Shining Brightly 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162378. It pairs perfectly with the Night of Navy & Gold 1/2" Glittered Ribbon #162011.
Scroll down to my previous post of the Fractured Card Technique VIDEO! It's easier than you think! Try it!!