Need a sweet little Thank You card? Blooming Phrases Stamp Set #165523 offers 8 sentiments and flowers! These colors are the NEW In Colors Darling Duckling and Timid Tiger, a cheerful pairing.
While you're stamping, make more than one card. In the future, you will be happy to have cards on hand!
Card Swaps are FUN!! I mail the swap coordinator 12 identical handmade cards. I get back 11 DIFFERENT handmade cards! This helps me expand my designs and color combinations! All stampers have a "style" and that's what is FUN!! If you'd like to be part of our craft-crazy community, you can join my team this month and get $60 of EXTRA product in your Starter Kit. Just ask me for details: [email protected]
This adorable collection is Paper Tags Bundle #165462, a new online exclusive!! The sentiments are AWESOME! I love them! They will be used over and over!
Sunshine and Laughter, what a great day! Check out this FUN bundle of products!! Go directly to the Paper Tags Bundle HERE.
Monochromatic cards are easy - just pick one color! This card features shades of black in the NEW Botanical Textures 12X12" Designer Series Paper #165545.
If you don't enjoy coloring, this idea is for YOU! Let the image stand alone. It has very interesting details.
This pretty coneflower image is from Mixed Floral Stamp Set of 7 images, #164639. Black and White is very easy to use and you could add a POP of ANY color. The lovely curved die cuts are Everyday Arches Dies #164629, a nested collection of TEN dies. These items are Online Exclusives. The link below will take you directly to that section of my online store! ENJOY creating and make sure to MAIL!
What a sweet heart card you can easily create using two Everyday Arches Dies #164629 overlapped! SO cute and easy! Check out the quick video at the end of this post for more ARCHES DIES ideas!!
This very sweet Bloom Impressions 12X12" Designer Series Paper is a FREE item with a $60 purchase during Sale-A-Bration Promo which ends Feb. 28, 2025. It's a great mix of tiny florals that are very easy to use!!
The white background is embossed with another FREE Sale-A-Bration item, the Starstruck Embossing Folder. A perfect pairing! Here is my video for even MORE ideas in just 10 minutes!!
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It's Sale-A-Bration Time at Stampin' Up! This adorable Fruit Salad 6X6" Designer Series Paper is FREE with a $60 purchase of any products in the USA!! This is an easy Tower Fancy Fold card!!
The Tower card folds flat for mailing! Cut a base card 8-1/2 X 5-1/2" and score at 1/2", 1-3/4", 3" and 4-1/4". SIMPLE! Build the tower and decorate with this YUMMY paper!!
This is a top view showing the tower. Write your message on the backside.
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Too CUTE!! We all know about Sea Gulls stealing food!!
Water is represented by torn Pretty Peacock card stock. This was splattered with Pretty Peacock for color and Wink of Stella #141897 for splashing water!! You can earn this FREE Sale-A-Bration item with a $60 order (USA.) Check it out!! When ordering, go to MENU/WHAT's NEW to see all the great product that were just released this month!!
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Check out these exquisite butterflies from the Beautiful Butterflies Bundle #164615! The wing background is created using the Full of Life 6X6" Designer Series Paper #163357. It gives a stained glass look to the wings.
This bundle includes a Hybrid Embossing Folder and Dies for maximum versatility! You can find these products in the 2025 Jan.- April Mini Catalog by Stampin' Up! Do you need a demonstrator and catalog? I'm happy to help you. Simply send me an email: [email protected] .
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Snowy Scenes 12X12" Designer Series Paper #164333
Sparkling Snowflakes Stamp Set #162158
This nostalgic Sentimental Christmas 12X12" Designer Paper #164209 is easy to LOVE!! Stampin' Up! makes a $3 donation to children for each purchase of this pretty paper! Another reason to LOVE it!!
This is an easy "Z" Fancy Fold. The base card is 4-1/4 X 11", scored at 2-3/4" and 5-1/2".
This is the opened Z Fold. The sentiment is the pretty Christmas Labels Bundle #164101 die cut with Gold Foil.
Are you working on your holiday cards?? Don't wait till the last minute, create NOW and ENJOY it!! Shop my online store for all your stamping needs and desires!
Try a lantern for a unique Holiday card. This is the Light the Year Bundle #164092 combined with the Birch Wood 3D Embossing Folder #164069 sized 6 X 8-1/2".
This stamp set of 13 images has lovely sentiments.
Have you started making your Holiday cards? It's time!
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Have you tried any 3D Embossing Folders? They have EXTRA deep imprints and more details!! Be sure to use the #4 Specialty Plate #154711 for your machine's sandwich! These trees were sponge with Shaded Spruce ink using a Sponge Dauber #133773 . WOW, great result quickly!!
The base card is the NEW Basic Beige #164511 card stock color, a wonderful neutral! The sentiment is from the Christmas Labels Bundle #164101 with 12 holiday greetings.
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This is such a peaceful holiday card! It was created by my friend and team member, Barb Faulkner. She used the Yuletide Village Stamp Set #164310 and colored the images with Stampin' Up! BLENDS alcohol markers. There is Wink of Stella #141897 shimmer on the snow!
The Night of Navy background is embossed using the Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder #162026. Thanks for sharing this pretty holiday card, Barb!
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Three dollars from each purchase of this Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper #164209 will go towards children's literacy. Post your finished creations on social media with the hashtag #SUDifferenceMaker.
This clever format shows BOTH sides of the Designer Paper! The Designer Paper is cut 4 X 5-1/4" and becomes the front of the card. The pretty sentiment is from the Christmas Labels Bundle #164101.
It's time to stamp for the Holidays! Check out the latest products for the coming season in the 2024 Sept. - Dec. Mini Catalog by Stampin' Up! There is something for everyone!
Autumn is arriving and the color is beginning!! A realistic tree image is such a staple for every stamp collection! It's perfect for masculine cards, autumn cards and sympathy cards, too. This is Loveliest Tree Stamp Set of six images, #163714.
This image is stamped in Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad #132708 and colored with Daffodil Delight and Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blends alcohol markers. The base card is Pebbled Path card stock, a versatile neutral.
This product also has a bundled option with dies: Loveliest Tree Bundle #163716. Enjoy the beauty of Autumn!
All is bright with this lovely Light the Year Bundle #164092 from Stampin' Up! The lantern image is heat embossed with Gold Embossing Powder to pair perfect with the Season of Elegance 12X12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #164144.
The black base card has been embossed with the new Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder #164049. What's the sentiment?
The sentiment carries through the theme of "light!" All products are from the Stampin' Up! 2024 Sept-Dec Mini Catalog full of seasonal items!!
The dark moody florals of Regal Winter 12X12" Designer Series Paper #164156 are coming in the Sept - Dec Mini Catalog beginning Sept. 4th! These are so pretty for Autumn!! Check out this fancy fold that shows BOTH side of the designer paper!
Cut a base card of Cherry Cobbler color 5-1/2 X 5-1/4" and score at 1" on the short side. For the card front, cut designer paper 5-1/4 x 4". This is an easy card and an efficient designer paper cut. The black strip is 5-1/4 x 3/4" and embossed with the NEW Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder #164049 coming Sept. 4th!
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Sunrise or sunset, it's your choice. These are fun cards to create and each one turns out differently. Select 3 or four sunset colors. Use Sponge Daubers or Blending Brushes to apply bands of colors, fading into each other. There is no wrong way. Bright or soft, smooth or streaked. The sky has infinite displays! Stamp a silhouette on top in black ink. This wonderful tree image is from an online exclusive stamp set called Encircled in Nature #163623.
Did you notice the black black ground?? It's a sneak peek at the NEW Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder #164049 coming in the Sept-Dec. Mini Catalog that begins Sept. 4th!
Today's guest stamper is my friend and team member, Dena Rasmussen from Illinois. Dena demonstrated the Northern Lights Technique at our recent gathering of team members. It's SO IMPRESSIVE! She used the gorgeous online exclusive, Encircled in Nature Bundle #163629.
The tiny stars were created by splattering White Craft Pigment Ink that was diluted with a drop of water. Just lovely! Thanks, for the awesome demonstration and card, Dena!
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Try this calming color combo of NEW Basic Beige and Night of Navy! It's lovely! This card features the Spotlight on Nature Bundle #163581 which includes the fancy circle dies.
The ink pad used is Pebbled Path, a soft neutral. The floral layer has been splatter with the Wink of Stella Glimmer Pen #141897. The background is the NEW Dotted Circles 3D Embossing Folder #163789.
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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!!
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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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Country Birdhouse Bundle #163401
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Check out this fun texture using the NEW Cute Crochet 3D Embossing Folder #163792!! To emphasize the texture try sponging like this:
Use a sticky note to mask each square so you can sponge on color. Use the handy Sponging Brushes #153611 to collect ink from an ink pad. Rub the sponge over the embossed card stock to add color to the raised areas. It's easy and fast!
Here are two samples that use different sides of the embossing folder.
These pretty colors are NEW In Colors: Petunia Pop and Summer Splash.
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My last posted showed you how to use the Painter's Tape Technique for card making. Here is another idea. If you click the photo to enlarge it, you'll get a nice view of the texture created by using Painter's Tape to make the background.
A black base card POPS all the colors!! The sentiment and stars were created using the Wanted to Say Dies #161594. To review this Painter's Tape Technique click HERE. Try this!!
This is called the Painter's Tape Technique - it's easy and unique! Use blue painter's tape because it is LOW tack adhesive. Start with 8 inches of tape for EACH color you intend to use. Lay the tape across a dye ink pad, sticky side down, and lightly rub the tape to pick up the ink.
Apply the inked tape to your card stock and press.
Gently pull off the tape and the ink will remain on the card stock showing a unique texture. It's always different and irregular. Repeat with different colors. Use a different piece of tape for each color.
Here are Peach Pie and Pretty in Pink colors on Basic white cardstock. This is ready to use for a project.
This sample is being die cut with Spotlight on Nature Dies #163580.
Here is the finished card featuring the Wanted to Say Dies #161594 in Basic Black Card Stock. The Painter's Tape background adds a unique ink texture!
I hope you will try this fun and easy Painter's Tape Technique. Check back for the next post using the same technique!
I have really missed creating while we were relocating!! This pretty image is from the NEW Spotlight on Nature Bundle #163581!! It features the NEW In Color, Pretty in Pink - so sweet!!
It's paired with the FUN Dotted Circles 3D Embossing Folder #163789. This embossing folder is an excellent framing for any size circle. The embossing folder is an ex-large size measuring 8-1/2 X 6"!
The flower is lightly sponged with Peach Pie ink applied with a Blending Brush. The flower is painted with Wink of Stella #141897 for shimmer!
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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!
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Here is a wonderful bundle of products that aren't flowers! The textures are fascinating! It's a pleasure to use!
Earthen Elegance Suite #161518
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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.
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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.
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Check out this FUN, happy stripe!
Are you ready for Valentines Day?? It's almost here!
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If you love making cards, this bundle is for YOU!! This is the ADORABLE Sending Love Bundle #162880!
The Sending Love Dies are very detailed and authentic!! Build your own little mailbox to "stuff!" Make Valentines and MUCH more!!
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Oh, what fun you can have sending this sweet mailbox full of love and hugs for so many occasions!!
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Magical Meadow Stamp Set #162134 can create great masculine cards!! This grouping of conifers in positive and negative is very unique!
These colors are Basic White, Basic Black, Shaded Spruce and a touch of Coastal Cabana. No bows for men, just a touch of wide Natural Ribbon #162192. Attach the ribbon with Tear & Tape #154031.
Inside is a sentiment using Biggest Wish Stamp Set #155052.
Are chilly temps creeping into your area? Fall starts next week! Autumn Leaves Bundle #162186 will inspire you to create for the season! This foiled leaf is die cut using the Oxidized Copper 12X12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162190! It's a WOW!
The black base card really POPS this lovely leaf! The Distressed Tile 3D Embossing Folder #162189 adds wonderful texture!
This fall color pallet is Very Vanilla, Copper Clay and Basic Black.
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Here is a different way to use masks, also known as stencils! Using the new Abundant Beauty Decorative Masks #162331, trace around each petal with a fine tip marker. Then use BLENDS to apply your color. Try different colors like: Fresh Freesia, Highland Heather and Smoky Slate. Splatter with Wink of Stella #141897 to add shimmer. This is FUN!!
The base card is a simple "Z" fold, 11 X 4-1/4", scored at 5-1/2 and 2-3/4". The Basics 3D Embossing Folders #161598 was used to emboss the Fresh Freesia and Highland Heather cards stocks. The base is Basic Grey card stock.
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Increase your options with masks by using this easy Blends method! HAVE FUN with colors, too!
Autumn is knocking on the door. Change your stamping colors to reflect it. This simple card is stamped with Inked & Tiled Stamp Set #161158 using Poppy Parade, Crushed Curry and Pumpkin Pie inks. The base card is the NEW Pebbled Path, a wonderful neutral.
The Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder #154317 adds interest to this simple card. For MORE ideas, view my 7 minute YouTube video now.
This card features Stampin' Up!'s new Bubble Bath pink color! It contains a touch of lavender so blends well with the purple family of colors. Textured Floral Stamp Set #161229 has lovely shaded images. This is an easy card with no masking or die cutting.
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Notice the texture created by the Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder #156505. Stamp first, then emboss for interest. This stamp set also comes bundled with dies, Textured Floral Bundle #161232, for more creative options.
Autumn is coming! Season of Chic Stamp Set #158810 has stamp images for all four seasons! Here is an easy, quick, colorful Fall design! The inks used are Real Red, Crushed Curry, Cajun Craze and Early Espresso. The TIPPED framing gives the suggestion of motion for falling leaves.
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The leaves on the envelope flap are created with the Online Exclusive, Leaf Fall Embossing Folder #159847.
Get ready for a colorful Autumn with this year-a-round stamp set, Season of Chic! Coordinating dies are available: Chic Dies #158815
This recent class project features some fun detailed elements. The Earthen Elegance Suite #161518 is a HIT! The two leaf elements are die cut with Distressed Gold 12X12" Specialty Paper #159237 for maximum impact!
The pottery was die cut and then embossed using the Stripes & Splatters 3D Embossing Folders #157980. It adds realistic details! The color of the base card is Pecan Pie.
A simple 1" strip of Earthen Elegance 12X12" Designer Series Paper adds interest.
If you love stamping with florals, you'll love this Earthen Elegance Suite. It's something different in the gardening category
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It's basic and versatile! Circle Saying Bundle #161355 comes with a circle punch. Images and sentiments mix and match for lots of needs. This layout features Brights 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #161643 in Berry Burst! Such a happy color!
Cut off 3" from the front of the base card. Attach a Designer Paper cut 4 X 5-1/4". This easy fancy fold shows off both side of the Designer Paper! Be sure to cover the envelope flap for a GREAT presentation! Send a SMILE!!
Look at what designer papers can do for your images!! These decorative clay pots look so real with the dripping glaze!! This Earthen Elegance 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161503 is ON SALE all month for 15% OFF!! The sale price is only $10.62! Other designs are available.
This earthy combo of colors is Copper Clay, Basic Black, Pecan Pie and Early Espresso. The layer is cut with the Countryside Corners Dies #161471.
Surprise! Inside, is a Very Vanilla layer cut with the same Countryside Corners Dies.
Do you need some non-floral images for your stamp collection?? This Earthen Textures Bundle is a WINNER!!
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This is an extra special greeting for an extra special lady. Little pansy faces always bring a smile!
Both of these sentiments are from the Pansy Patch Stamp Set #154999. I also used the coordinating Pansy Dies #155680.
These colors flow together so well: Bubble Bath, Fresh Freesia, Highland Heather and Gorgeous Grape!
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Nesting dies create lots of varied frames! These blue hue papers are a HIT. Blue is BACK in fashion!! This is an inspirational collection of very pretty products!
Countryside Inn Suite #161474
New stamps in New colors! I'm really enjoying the 15 NEW colors in this 2023-24 Annual Stampin' Up! Catalog that was just released!! These pretty daisies are die cut in NEW Moody Mauve card stock, layered onto black for impact!! The base is Very Vanilla card stock embossed with the Painted Textures 3D Embossing Folder #154317.
This Cheerful Daisies Bundle #161297 is extremely versatile because there are 15 photopolymer stamp images and 14 coordinating dies!! Just scroll down to my previous post to see an entirely different look for this fun bundle!
Everyone loves Daisies, especially in their mailbox!!
This Daisey looks so sweet in the NEW colors of Bubble Bath and Pebbled Path! This Cheerful Daisies Bundle #161297 is already a HIT!! Fifteen photopolymer stamps and 14 dies give you TONS of design options!!
The background is embossed with the new Countryside Blossoms Embossing Folder #161473.
Daisies are timeless! Daisies are classic!
This lovely gold foil die cut and embossed shell makes a wonderful focal point!! It's die cut with Seaside Seashells Dies #156095 and embossed with Seashells 3D Embossing Folder #154309.
The By The Bay 6X6" Specialty Designer Series Paper #160434 compliments the shell PERFECTLY!! The sentiments are from Friends are Like Seashells #158203.
For this fancy fold card, simply cut 1-1/4" off the right front edge. This gives a place to show more designer paper!
Last Chance List ENDS May 1st.
So sorry to see this lovely Art Gallery Stamp Set #158201 and Floral Gallery Dies #154316 retire on May 1st! The Stamparatus #146276, positioning tool, is also retiring.