Five masks, also known as stencils, create these gorgeous roses from Layers of Beauty Decorative Masks #163517. I tried something different: each card uses only one color for the roses. It's just the intensity of the application of color that makes the shading. I used Stampin' Up!'s Blending Brushes and these ink pads: Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger and Gorgeous Grape.

The roses were die cut with Layers of Beauty Dies #163518 and mounted at different angles for each card. Any direction works with this versatile image! 

My favorite might be the Strawberry Slush on Black from the Botanical Textures 12X12" Designer Series Paper #165545. It's an online exclusive. Did you notice the address label? It's from the Foiled Frames & Labels Ephemera Pack #165616. What a lovely card to send. It's appropriate for so many occasions! You really should try this detailed Mask Technique! I love it!

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The stately Gallery Blooms Bundle #165213 has an entirely different feel when paired with the old favorite Country Woods 12X12" Designer Series Paper #163393. The flowers are colored with Pretty in Pink Blends.

Did you notice the flowers are layered onto Everyday Arches Dies #164629? These cards use lots of my favorite products: Gallery Blooms, Arches Dies and Country Woods Papers! Happiness for me! Do you like them?

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Would you like to create soft multi-colored blooms for your handmade cards?? Here is how:

Select three colors. These are Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger and Darling Duckling. Sponge small area of color onto Basic White Card Stock in a random pattern. Cover the entire card stock. I wanted a pastel look so I sponged very lightly. 

Die cut lots of flower images. I used the Impressions Abloom Dies #165610, an online exclusive. Next start your card creations!! You will be able to create four or more cards!

I love this look of several soft colors! Try darker sponging, too! Whatever look you like because YOU are the creator!

The OVAL die cut layer is included in this bundle, too. I makes the perfect frame!!

Suite Promotion till June 30, 2025!!

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Do you know about my CARD CLUB??

What do I receive:

1. Get 2 handmade cards from Nancy each month via US Mail, featuring new Stampin’ Up! products!
2. A Project Sheet via email listing products used and any needed construction tips.
3. 10% Automatic Rewards from Stampin’ Up! on your product purchase total, posted to your SU account dashboard to use on future orders.
4. Receive 1 STAR from Nancy for each $50 of product purchased per order when you purchase more than the minimum. Ten STARS equals a free stamp set!
5. After EACH 6 consecutive months in Card Club, receive a surprise goodie bag in your mailbox valued at $25 as Nancy’s Thank You!

That’s LOTS of REWARDS coming to YOU!!

Your commitment:

1. Sign up any month for Card Club via email: [email protected]
2. Place a min. $25 monthly order with Nancy. NO code needed.

Club Dates:

• Sign up period is 1^st thru 15^th of every month. You remain in club until you email me to opt out by the 15^th of any month. On the 16^th, I start creating your cards. Your club cards will arrive in your mailbox about the beginning of the month.
• Place your club order anytime in the month following your sign up.

Details of this OPEN Club:

Yes, you can join Card Club and also attend my local classes! Opt out anytime by emailing Nancy before the 15^th of the month. Cards will NOT have a signature stamp, so use them as your own. When redeeming SU Rewards, the net product after redemption must be $25. Rewards are your free GIFT, not a purchase. Membership is NOT transferable. USA only.

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I love every sheet of the Beautiful Gallery 6X6" Designer Series Paper #165196 .......EXCEPT one. I don't like the sheet pictured on the right. I challenged myself to use it. Here is the result:

I interrupted the design by die cutting it with a die that has thin lines! I LOVE the results!! It's really like a magic trick!

The die I chose is from the Mixed Florals Dies #164641. It turns the paper into textures instead of a design. You no longer see the design on the paper!

Try this magic with designer papers you may not be in love with! You will be amazed!!

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Die Cut a bunch of flowers using the Impressions Abloom Dies #165610. Then start playing with floral arrangements! The base cards are Crumb Cake color with sponging. The "oval" die is included in this awesome bunch of dies!

The background is the online exclusive, Elements of Text #164774. It adds a nice subtle background!!

The die details are so interesting! These dies also have a fun coordinating stamp set, Impressions Abloom Stamp Set of 17 images, #165605. So many options await YOU!

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June 3-30, 2025

Buy any suite or item from a suite, then get one item from any suite at 50% off. This includes all suites and suite products from the 2025-2026 Annual Catalog, Online Exclusives and Last Chance List. The lower priced item is 50% off. Available while supplies last, so order early.

TIP:

Search: SUITES. Those are the products on special. Your BIGGEST savings will be buying 2 Suites because the lower priced one will be half price!

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One of the many things I love about NEW stamps, is playing with different colors. I finish creating a card and then think, "What would that look like in another color??" These two colors are Pretty in Pink and Daffodil Delight BLENDS on the NEW Coneflower Celebrations Stamp Set of 13 images, #165247.

Colors: Pretty in Pretty, Daffodil Delight, Highland Heather, and Melon Mambo BLENDS. I loved this line up so much that I made it the Header for my FaceBook Business Page! What color do you love the most? I know, it's difficult to decide! Color play is FUN!

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If you love to play with pretty papers and create cards or scrapbooks, come join my TEAM, North Star Stampers, for LOTS of benefits:

  *You join an established, international, creative community

  *Demonstrator-only website stuffed with resources to guide you

  *Base commission/discount of 20%, which increasing with sales

  *Early purchase opportunity for all new products

  *Flexibility of your time

  *Lots of incentives to earn

  *Free Paper Pumpkin Kit

  *Build a big business or a little business, your choice

  *No obligation, so take a test drive!

  * I have 28 years of experience to guide you, if you wish

QUESTIONS: [email protected]

During May 2025, get $166 of products in your Starter Kit for only $99. That's $66 MORE than normal and you select products you want! Ships FREE! I'd love to have you on my TEAM! Share your Paper Passion!

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Do you need a quick card with no die cutting or coloring?? This card is so simple. The Coneflower is stamped in Secret Sea ink pad on Cloud Cover card stock. Then a blender pen or wet paint brush drags the ink color down the petals. Since the ink is dye ink and water soluble, it will bleed. Use this property to your advantage by using it as a "coloring technique!" EASY!

This Coneflower Celebrations Stamp Set of 13 images #165247, has sentiments for Birthdays and Belated Birthdays.

This card also uses Textured Notes Dies #165555. It creates unique edged rectangles!

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Who: Crafters who love to scrapbook!

When: July 16–18, 2025, 2:00–10:30 p.m. (MT)

Where: Private Facebook Group

Registration: There is no registration for this event! By purchasing the Month by Month Album Retreat 2025 kit, you’ll get access to an exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream.

Price of Month by Month Album Retreat 2025 kit: $250 includes 12 two-page spreads!!

ORDER your kit beginning May 28th!!

After the Event: You can access the recorded event videos on the Virtual Album Retreat Facebook group page.

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This is an unbelievably EASY card!! WHY? It uses Celebration Expressions Memories & More Card Pack of 54 double-sided card layers, #165307.  Choose two layers and stamp your sentiment, then MAIL! WOW! The entire pack coordinates in a million ways! It really is cheating!! LOL Check out MORE ideas from the same pack:

See how cool the coordination is....SO EASY and FAST!

This wonderful bold greeting is NEW: Layered Thoughts Stamp Set of 7 images, #165346. See more ways to use this card pack on page 31 of the new 2025-26 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog!

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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!

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I know you have felt over designer paper strips! DON'T throw them out!! They make great cards, like this one. The strips of Woven Textures 12X12" Designer Series Paper #165560 create a fast, handsome guy card!! These strips are 1/2" X 5-1/4". The wide can be varied. 

This wonderful sentiment is from the new The Right Words Stamp Set of 14 images #165316! It's my current favorite new sentiment set!

This card design is from my recent class that featured the Woven Textures Designer Series Papers! It's a GREAT design collection for nature, guy and floral cards! SO FUN and Versatile!

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I know we all need masculine card ideas! This one is for the guys and features the NEW Layered Thoughts Stamp Set #165346. It's big and easy to read! This base card is Gray Granite with Misty Moonlight, a nice color combo for men! 

This card uses the very cool Textured Notes Bundle #165548. See it HERE.  The dies are nested rectangles with edge interest!! VERY practical for any card design!

This card was a class project and enjoyed by all. If you are in the Godfrey/Alton, Illinois area, check out my monthly classes for stamping inspiration! Email me and I'll send you the current class list! [email protected]  Come one, Come all. We have fun!

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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.

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Review these tips for your NEW 2025-2027 In Color Ink Pads!! View my YouTube channel for lots of stamping videos that are 10 minutes - short and to the point!

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It's HERE and full of NEW products for your greeting card and scrapbooking needs!! Remember, the first time you order, OPT IN so you will automatically earn Stampin' Rewards of 10% on all orders of $20 or more! COOL!!

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The start of a NEW Annual Catalog is the perfect time to join my demonstrator team, North Star Stampers! This offer is $66 MORE in value than normal and has Free Shipping! Get lots of demonstrator perks:

20-25% or more commission based on sales

Brand NEW Rewards Program

VIP early access to products

Fantastic Demo Website

Corporate Events like national OnStage

Sell anywhere in the USA

Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle

Demonstrator Facebook Pages

A wonderful craft-minded community

 I have 28 year of experience as a demonstrator to guide you, if you desire.  Ask me questions: [email protected]

(This offer is good in the USA only.)

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May 6, 2025 Stampin' Up! will release the NEW 2025 Annual Catalog and May Online Exclusives!! WOW!! This sweet floral is Impressions Abloom Bundle! It contains lots of fun floral images to create spring and summer cards for any occasion!! The black oval pops all the colors. The base card is Fresh Freesia color. The background script is Elements of Text #164774.

I love this sentiment from the new Impressions Abloom Stamp Set #165605.

If you would like to purchase through me, I'd be happy to mail you a free catalog. (USA only) Just email me: [email protected]

In honor of National Scrapbooking Day, earn DOUBLE Stampin' Rewards on all orders of $20 or more May 2 & 3, 2025!! Hooray for MORE REWARDS for YOU!! Make sure you "opt in" the first time you order so that you will automatically earn rewards that post on your dashboard. It's a GREAT thank you gift!!

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I can't get enough of this gorgeous Layers of Beauty Stamp Set #163514 with coordinating dies and masks (stencils.) Look closely...I flipped this image! It looks perfect in ANY direction!! What great design!!

The background is the NEW Florals in Bloom 12X12" Designer Series Paper #165175, available beginning May 6, 2025! It features the NEW In Color, Strawberry Slush!! It's such a lovely pink!!

This cheery card would be appropriate for many happy occasions! 

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Oh what FUN!! Layers of Beauty #163514 is a joy to create images!! These samples are stamped, stenciled and then die cut. It gives such an elegant result. The image is so versatile to use vertically or horizontally. 

The outline is stamped in a soft Basic Grey. Colors are the NEW Timid Tiger and Real Red. Play with lots of color combos!

The Woven Textures 12X12" Designer Series Paper #165560 adds lots of interest!

I personally recommend this detailed and realistic stamp set, coordinating dies and decorative mask! It's a WOW!

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Time for a GREAT DEAL: order $75 or more and earn Stampin' Up! Rewards AND Nancy's Star Shopper Rewards, BOTH!! There are DEALS on the Last Chance List, formerly known as the Clearance Rack!! Supplies are limited!

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These NEW 2025-2027 In Colors by Stampin' Up! begin May 6, 2025. The base card is Secret Sea, a very dark rich navy blue. The layers feature Cloud Cover, a barely there blue. Timid Tiger, an orange. Strawberry Slush, a returning color. And Darling Duckling, a medium yellow. 

This design features a new 2025 Annual Catalog Stamp Set called Paper Tags of 7 images, #165454.

Enjoy this pattern from Stampin' Up!'s 2025 On Stage Event, formerly known as Convention. These new colors will be released May 6, 2025 when the NEW 2025 Annual  Catalog launches!! New colors refresh all your current stamp images!! What are your favorites?

Please enjoy REWARDS on EVERY order of $20 or more from my online store!! "Double Dip" by using my personal Shopper Rewards, too! Request the form from me: [email protected]

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NEW Stampin' Rewards

start today!!

The Stampin' Up! ordering site will be down this morning for transition. Later today, you can start ordering with the NEW REWARDS of 10% that automatically reward purchases of $20 or more!! The FIRST time you sign in, be sure to OPT IN so you will earn REWARDS! All Rewards will automatically post to your customer account DASHBOARD! 

Hostess Rewards and Host Codes are GONE. EVERYONE earns under the NEW plan! HOORAY for YOU!!

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The ADORABLE Paper Bouquet Kit #165636 is NEW!! This sweet kit makes 23 paper flowers and 11 leaves that NEVER need watering! Bring spring into your home or to someone you love!! You will need a hot glue gun to complete these flowers, but I'm betting you already own one! Order SOON!!

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Have you checked out the Last Chance List? That's the new name for the Clearance Rack. DON'T miss the bargains!! This Chantilly Lace Stamp Set #163683 makes lovely quick cards and looks great in any color!! This color is Petunia Pop.

I made a coordinating Envelope and you can, too. Check out my short video at the end of this post and create envelopes in ANY COLOR you need!!

This color is Shy Shamrock. Go to the Last Chance List HERE. Supplies are limited so don't delay!

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Card Club with Nancy

What do I receive:

1. Get 2 handmade cards from Nancy each month via US Mail, featuring new Stampin’ Up! products!
2. A Project Sheet via email listing products used and any needed construction tips.
3. 10% Automatic Rewards from Stampin’ Up! on your product purchase total, posted to your SU account dashboard to use on future orders.
4. Receive 1 STAR from Nancy for each $50 of product purchased per order when you purchase more than the minimum. Ten STARS equals a free stamp set!
5. After EACH 6 consecutive months in Card Club, receive a surprise goodie bag in your mailbox valued at $25 as Nancy’s Thank You!

That’s LOTS of REWARDS coming to YOU!!

Your commitment:

1. Sign up any month for Card Club via email: [email protected]
2. Place a min. $25 monthly order with Nancy. NO code needed.

Club Dates:

• Sign up period is 1^st thru 15^th of every month. You remain in club until you email me to opt out by the 15^th of any month. On the 16^th, I start creating your cards. Your club cards will arrive in your mailbox about the beginning of the month.
• Place your club order anytime in the month following your sign up.

Details of this OPEN Club:

Yes, you can join Card Club and also attend my local classes! Opt out anytime by emailing Nancy before the 15^th of the month. Cards will NOT have a signature stamp, so use them as your own. When redeeming SU Rewards, the net product after redemption must be $25. Rewards are your free GIFT, not a purchase. Membership is NOT transferable. USA only.

JOIN for EXCITING mail & high-quality products!! It’s FUN!!

NEW Annual Catalog begins May 6, 2025!

This really handy Card Keeper Kit #164377 is retiring! It contains 10 cards with envelopes and a printed Designer Box with dividers to store your cards! All this for the reduced price of $22.50. The quantities are limited so order soon. NEW retiring items were added to the Last Chance List on April 1st, so see what is on the list. I know you love bargains so do not delay!

LAST CHANCE LINK:

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The Birthday Drawing winner is....

KATHY S. from Brussels, Illinois!!

Kathy will receive $75 in products of her choice! CONGRATS, to Kathy. Please enjoy your new products! Thanks to all who entered! You are each very appreciate!!

This three panel Fancy Fold card starts with 12X12 Basic White card stock cut 4X12" and scored at 4" and 8". SO EASY!! When you apply the the arches make sure the height stays under 5-1/4" so it fits in the envelope!

This is the view from above. You can see the zig-zag.

This designer paper is Botanical Textures 12X12" Designer Series Paper #165545 all in black and white. Black and white is sooo very easy to use!! Use ANY color for an accent. This accent color is Lemon Lime Twist. It POPS! I REALLY enjoy using the Everyday Arches Dies because they are so versatile!

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Paper Pumpkin has a NEW HOME on the Stampin' Up! Site!

Ask if you have questions: [email protected]

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These 2023-2025 In Colors will retire May 5th and be gone forever! It's time to make sure you own reinkers and extra card stock and Blends in these specific colors!! Please order now so you aren't disappointed later.

Heads up: card stock prices will be increasing in the next Annual Catalog, beginning May 6th. Stock up now.

You can enter my Birthday Drawing in MARCH with each $40 you order and use the CODE: SPV4XAAM

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I had a GREAT OnStage with my good friend and top team member, Michelle Miller from Rockford, Illinois! This event was for Demonstrators only.

The city of Raleigh, NC gave us a warm and friendly WELCOME!! We had a very nice room at the Residence Inn, beside the convention center. It was very handy!

Cool convention center stairs!

We chatted with CEO, Sara Douglas in the exclusive Leader's Lounge!

This is waiting for General Session with 2200 of my stampin' sisters! The event was sold out.

SOOOO happy for my friend Michelle Miller to be recognized on stage for her $400,00 Sales Milestone!! It's a WONDERFUL achievement!

Our convention loot! We got the NEW 2025-2026 Annual Catalog that launches May 6th!! Attendees were able to pre-order products!! YEA!! My order arrives Saturday!! I LOVE NEW PRODUCTS!! The catalog has some nice improvements.

This is product I purchased for a special EXTRA Make & Take! I'm home and ready for the NEW!! The next OnStage will be Long Beach, CA in March 2026. Would you like to join my team, North Star Stampers?? Just shoot me an email: [email protected] We have lot of FUN and Friendship to share!!

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OnStage is Stampin' Up!'s term for Demonstrator Convention. I have been to many! I'm now in Raleigh, NC thru Saturday with some of my committed North Star Stamper team members! We will get our NEW 2025-2026 Annual Catalog which starts May !! Can't wait!!

I invite you to subscribe to this blog and get every post delivered to you! You will get all the promos and see NEW products! Find the box that says "Never miss Nancy's posts!" On a laptop: subscribe is in the right column above my photo. On a mobile screen: scroll to the bottom.

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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!

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TRY Stampin' Up!'s FUN card KITS!! These two are brand new! There are lots of styles to choose from - something for everyone. Create easily!

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Did you know Stampin' Up! released lots of NEW product yesterday? My FAVORITE item is the realistic Woven Textures 12X12" Designer Series Paper #165560! So COOL! Here is a monochromatic design in browns. The base card and ink color is Pecan Pie! The pretty flowers are the Mixed Floral Stamp Set #164639. 

The stamp set contains cute little bugs!

Now you see why I love this Designer Paper! It would create great masculine cards, too! Check out all the NEW items NOW, by clicking below!!

REMEMBER: it's Nancy's Birthday Contest this month!!

GO to my online store, NEW ARRIVALS here.

Roses are appropriate for so many occasions! This lovely Layers of Beauty Bundle #163519 saves you 10% for stamps, dies and masks! These cards were colored by using the MASKS, also known as stencils. The masks are numbered and have a notch to line up each layer of color. It's fun to use different color combos! What a difference color makes.

Both cards were die cut after coloring. The images can also be colored with Blends or watercoloring - whatever is your favor technique. These sweet flowers are a wonderful bundle to own.

Sale-A-Bration ENDS Feb. 28, 2025!

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Dreams of summer with flowers and butterflies....it gets me through the winter! The Beautiful Butterflies Bundle #164615 creates LOTS of card design possibilities!! This bundle will help you make a "shaped" card! The bundle contains stamps, dies, and hybrid embossing folder! 

This view shows the card opened flat with the hinge at the wing tips. Cut the card base in white card stock by placing the large butterfly die slightly beyond the fold of the folded card at the wing tips and die cut. Then die cut a single layer of designer paper to attach to the front of the card. Place a black small butterfly die cut on top for detail!

Sale-A-Bration ENDS Feb. 28, 2025! Order soon to earn free products with qualifying purchases. Check the Last Chance List, formerly the clearance rack, for bargains!

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I love purple. It's so regal. The Perennial Lavender 12X12" Designer Series Paper #162593 is a long time favorite of mine. I had fun pairing this favorite with the NEW Everyday Arches Dies #164629 which contain TEN nested dies!

Each card contains 3 arches which are so easy to layer! They have an interesting stitched detail, too.

The envelope flap features Fancy Borders Dies #165380 which continue the design element of curves. This die set will be available March 4, 2025, as a new Online Exclusive! Watch for it.

Wouldn't you love to receive this handmade card? Make a special card TODAY and mail it soon.

I am planning a SPECIAL for March!! Don't miss it.

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This winter I'm dreaming of spring and summer! This is Stampin' Up!'s Beautiful Butterflies Bundle #164615. It creates very unique cards. Check this out....

The shaped opening is made with the clever hybrid embossing folder!! So many fun possibilities await you!!

The base card is Calypso Coral. Sale-A-Bration Promo ends next week. Order soon and earn free items of your choice during this BIGGEST PROMO of the year! It's AWESOME!!

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When winter is chilly, I love to create for SPRINGTIME!! These soft cards are created using Mixed Florals Stamp Set #164639.

This card base color is the soft Lemon Lolly with a Highland Heather layer. Yellow and purple are SO SPRING and EASTER!

This card uses the same color combo, just reversed. The color source is Stampin' Up! Watercolor Pencils #161700. Think Spring. Stamp for Spring!

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