Card Making Ideas
New Impressions Abloom with Cutest Onesie for a Sweet Baby Card
I'm still working on a collection of baby cards with many of my friends becoming grandmothers soon! I've been working with the Cutest Onesie bundle, but the brand-new Impressions Abloom dies are perfect to help accent the design. My Quick Class this week focused on...
Sneak Peek to Scenic Adventure Bundle with Everyday Skies DSP
When I first purchased the Everyday Skies DSP, all I could think was that it was pretty, but what would I possibly do with it? But then along came the Scenic Adventure Bundle (launching on 5/6) and now I can't get enough of it! I had seen other cards made much more...
New Catalog & Online Exclusive Paper Share!
Exciting news—Stampin’ Up!’s 2025-2026 Annual Catalog goes live on Tuesday, May 4, 2025, and it’s packed with fabulous new products like fresh Designer Series Paper (DSP) to stamps, dies, and embellishments. This catalog is brimming with inspiration for...
Baby Cards!
It's been a while since I've needed some baby cards, but I happily find myself in that position today! And since I was going to make both a boy and girl card, I figured I'd incorporate it into my weekly Quick Class Live....
A Journey Through the Linked Together Bundle and Thoughtful Journey DSP
This week in my Quick Class, I explored the Linked Together bundle, a must-have for anyone serious about their crafting. This bundle provides a seamless way to add intricate designs and personal flair to your projects. With great stamps, intricate dies and fantastic...
Discover the Magic of the Stampin’ Up! 2025-2026 Catalog: Sneak Peek Video
I'm thrilled to share something truly special with all of you: my sneak peek video! If you missed my recent live session, you're in for a treat because I showcased the upcoming Stampin' Up! 2025-2026 Annual Catalog and the May Online Exclusives. Trust me, these new...
A Creative Adventure at Stampin’ Up!’s On Stage Event: Card Swaps and Inspiration Galore!
This past weekend, I had the pleasure of attending Stampin’ Up!’s On Stage event – an exhilarating convention exclusively for Stampin’ Up! demonstrators. Imagine a creative wonderland where like-minded individuals gather to share ideas, explore new products, and, of...
Blog Hop: Shades of Green for Stamper’s Dozen
This month's blog hop theme is Shades of Green. Now, I'm sure this them was chosen to honor St. Patrick's Day which is celebrated on Monday, March 17th. But I'll admit, while I am a big fan of St. Patrick's Day and wear my green for days (even though I'm NOT Irish -...
Creating an Everyday Card with the Hearts of Elegance Bundle
While on the hunt for card ideas that would be ideal for my Valentine's Day class using the Hearts of Elegance bundle, I stumbled upon a stunning card designed by the talented Mary Bush. Her design instantly resonated with me—not just for Valentine’s Day, but as a...
Create Beautiful Handmade Cards with the Stampin’ Up! Spring Corners Bundle
If you love crafting and enjoy making handmade cards, the Stampin' Up! Spring Corners Bundle is a must-have for your collection. This stunning stamp set is designed to bring a fresh, elegant touch to your creations with intricate floral and seasonal designs perfect...
Quick & Easy Sale-a-Bration Cards for Stampers’ Dozen Blog Hop
Time for another Stampers' Dozen Blog Hop! This month, we are continuing our celebration of Sale-a-Bration 2025. There are so many fantastic options for you to earn with every $60 in orders! I was lucky enough to get a bunch of Sale-a-Bration (SAB) products. My...
Keeping Tabs with Flowers
If you love crafting, organizing, and adding a personal touch to everything you do, then Stampin’ Up!’s Keeping Tabs Bundle is a must-have addition to your collection! This versatile bundle is designed to help you keep your notes, planners, and scrapbooks beautifully...
Ocean Friends for a Friendly Hello
If you love ocean-themed crafts, then you’re going to adore this handmade card featuring the Ocean Friends bundle from Stampin’ Up! With its stunning sea-inspired elements, this card is perfect for birthdays, thank-you notes, or just because. The Ocean Friends bundle...
Celebrate Love Ephemera Pack
Love is in the air, and whether you’re making Valentine’s Day cards, anniversary keepsakes, or heartfelt notes for any occasion, the Stampin’ Up! Celebrate Love Ephemera Mix & Match Pack is your go-to for quick, stunning, and stress-free crafting! This gorgeous...
Use Storybook Moments DSP to Create Quick & Easy Cards
Storybook Moments designer series paper (DSP) is a new and unique offering from Stampin' Up! Dress up your springtime, Easter, or baby announcement cards by popping out the laser-cut neighborly critters, gardening accessories, and countryside cottages. Decorate...
6×6 One Sheet Wonder for Stampers Dozen Blog Hop
This month we are focusing on new products for our blog hop! I've chosen to use some of the new designer series paper and embellishments found in the 2025 Sale-a-Bration catalog along with a one-sheet wonder template to create several cards. Here's the cutting...
Brand-new Stamps, Dies & Stencils for Cardmaking and Scrapbooking!
The January-April 2025 Mini Catalog has launched and with it comes brand-new stamps, dies and stencils! I'm always excited for new products, but for whatever reason, stencils just make my heart sing. They make for stunning backgrounds, and then paired with stamps and...
Floral Delight DSP for a Quick and Easy Card
Stampin' Up! has a whole load of new designer series papers (DSP) launching next week, and the gorgeous Floral Delight collection is one of my very favorites! This patterned paper is covered with cheerful flowers in yellows and oranges, ready to be used on cards and...
Bloom Impressions with Beautiful Butterflies
Want to see all the new Designer Series Papers (DSP), like the Bloom Impressions DSP used here? Check out my Quick Class #107! https://youtu.be/iVNSXUJ1w3g I had SO much fun showcasing this gorgeous card made with the brand-new Sale-a-Bration Designer Series Paper...
January-April 2025 Paper Share!
Hello Crafty Friends! Exciting news—Stampin’ Up!’s January–April 2025 Mini Catalog goes live on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, and it’s packed with fabulous new products perfect for Valentine’s Day, Easter, spring, and so much more! From fresh Designer Series Paper (DSP)...
Some Sneak Peeks and a Fun Fold for Stampers Dozen Blog Hop
Oh, the joy of a new blog hop theme, and this month’s “Anything Goes” is right up my alley! One of the best perks of being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator is getting early access to all the fabulous goodies. With the January–April 2025 Mini Catalog on the horizon, you...
A Chanukah (Hanukkah) Card & A Little Lesson
I need to start making my Chanukah cards, although I do have a little more time this year as the holiday doesn't begin until Christmas night! There's a whole long reason for why it's at a different time each year, all having to do with a lunar calendar and other...
My Autumn to Remember Scrapbook Page
I've had the Autumn to Remember scrapbook kit on my desk for several weeks. My latest Quick Class was happening the day before Thanksgiving and I was knee deep in preparing to host a bunch of family. As host, I rarely take photos anymore as I'm just too busy. Not this...
Easy Pop-Up Merriest Tree Card
I began a class last week which featured a pop-up card like this, and right away I saw myself using the Merriest Trees dies to recreate it! Plus, the design was simple and so impressive. I knew it would be perfect for my next Quick Class. Some of the great features of...
Thanksgiving is for Gratitude
Thanks for hopping by for the Stampers Dozen Blog Hop where our theme this month is gratitude. With Thanksgiving coming up, now is a great time to focus on being thankful. I know I make a LOT of thank you cards all year long, but I really do try to focus on gratitude...
Humble Home Christmas Card
So after creating cards using the templates from the annual catalog, I decided to continue on with the theme by turning to the templates on page 16 of the September-December (SD) 2024 catalog. However, there are 20 templates on the page but only about 12 weeks left of...
Nests of Winter with Template #22
I can't believe this is the final template from page 22 of the Stampin' Up! 2024-2025 Annual Catalog! I had to use the Nests of Winter suite to round out the finale as it is really versatile and needs to be highlighted! Here's the template: The suite has a number of...
Pretty in Pink for the Holidays
I know that Pretty in Pink, or any pink, is unusual for a holiday or Christmas card, but every year I seem to find myself using it at least once! This time, I saw a card from Mary Fish which used Pretty in Pink DSP along with the ice skates from the Sophisticated Sled...
Seasonal Cards with Template #20
Template #20 is such a simple template that I couldn't decide what type of seasonal card to feature, so I chose a few! I find I can never have enough seasonal cards, and with all the amazing selections available from Stampin' Up!, I shouldn't have to settle. Here's...
Sweet Countryside Inn Sampler for Template #19
The Countryside Inn DSP has been around for a while, and I just never tire of it! I was playing with it recently and when I saw Template #19 on page 22 of the Stampin' Up! 2024-2025 Annual Catalog, I knew it would be perfect to use with it. I have been tackling each...
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