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SENDING LOVE WITH PERENNIAL POSTAGE

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I’m crossing my fingers that the Perennial Postage dies stick around for a while. I especially like the look I get when I mask off the edges. They were perfect for this special Galentine:

  • Stamps: Sending Love
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Memento Black, Petal Pink, Flirty Flamingo, Coastal Cabana
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut & Emboss Machine, Perennial Postage dies, Petal Pink Trim, Masking Paper, Blending Brushes, Low Profile Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals

I masked the edges of the large die cut to create that “postage stamp” look. I also masked off the mailbox and the circle in the middle of the “postmark”. I’ll tell you a secret: masking the mailbox was to make it easier. 😉 I used the Blending Brushes to create the backgrounds, and let me tell you, they are SO forgiving!

The sentiments in Sending Love are perfect. I like to use this one on the back of the envelope, too.

Hope your Valentines’ Day is sweet!

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LAYERS OF BEAUTY: LEMON LOLLY

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Are you ready for one more Layers of Beauty card? I hope so – I find this image irresistible!

  • Stamps: Layers of Beauty, Changing Leaves
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Lemon Lolly, Daffodil Delight, Crushed Curry, Granny Apple Green, Lemon Lime Twist, Memento Black
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Perennial Postage Dies, Layers of Beauty dies, Layers of Beauty Masks, Changing Leaves dies, Blending Brushes, Masking Paper, Iridescent Adhesive Backed Discs, Baker’s Twine Three Color Pack

The sentiment and that sweet oval panel are from Changing Leaves. I’ve recently added that bundle to my stash and find myself reaching for it more often than I expected – especially considering we don’t really have autumn here in the islands. (We DO have seasons, that’s a topic for another day.)

I masked the edges of the smaller Perennial Postage die and gently brushed it with Lemon Lolly ink. It brings a postage stamp to mind, but it also adds a 3rd mat layer without any additional weight or thickness. And I LOVE the Iridescent Discs because they are FLAT FLAT FLAT. (They match much better than it appears in the photo.)

Even though I’ve used the same image from the bundle each time, to my eye, the different color palettes make each one so different from the last. I hope you enjoy Layers of Beauty as much as I do!

Are you ready to take the leap? Shop the Online Store – and don’t forget to pick up a few Blending Brushes while you’re there.

It’s time to redeem your Bonus Days coupons! The code is in an email sent to the same address you used to place your order. You can use multiple codes on a single order – have some fun with it!

Select Designer Series papers are 15% off while supplies last !

The September Paper Pumpkin Kit is Autumn Abundance. It includes everything you need for 9 cards and envelopes, and features copper foil details and a watercolored ephemera pack. Every Celebration, an exclusive set of dies coordinates with all 3 third quarter Paper Pumpkin offerings. Subscribe HERE by September 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

The 24-25 Annual Catalog is filled with inspiration. New stamps, dies, tools, and gorgeous new In Colors are waiting for you!! Shop HERE. And now more than ever, don’t neglect the Online Exclusives – you’ll find more beautiful products that never appear in a catalog.

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LAYERS OF BEAUTY, SHADES OF PURPLE

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Creating a card with masks is such a satisfying project. The Layers of Beauty bundle includes a set of 5 masks that will make you feel oh-so-talented. This version is in shades of purple:

  • Stamps: Layers of Beauty
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Fresh Freesia, Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape, Old Olive, Mossy Meadow, Memento Black
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Layers of Beauty dies and masks, Deckle Rectangle dies, Something Fancy dies, Blending Brushes, paint brush, Ink Refill, Purple Fine Shimmer Gems,Iridescent Striped Trim, Stampin’ Dimensionals, washi tape (pattern doesn’t matter, it’s for securing the mask)

Don’t be put off by that list of supplies! Once you have everything out, this is a very relaxing and enjoyable process. Stamp a stack of that big, beautiful floral and get busy – you’ll love creating new color combinations!

Pro tip: Use a light hand with the blending brush, especially with Old Olive and Highland Heather. I used Highland Heather with masks #2 and 3, but kept it verrrrry light on #2 and was more generous on mask #3. I also added a bit of Gorgeous Grape on mask #3 in the center of the flowers. There’s no rule that says only one color per mask!

I’ve tried all the techniques for splatters, and paint-brush-with-diluted-ink is my favorite. I can control the intensity of the color by changing the ink to water ratio. I also like having control over number and size of the splatters based on how much water I load onto the brush. “Control” is a loose word here: be certain your craft desk is free of anything you don’t want splattered before you start! IYKYK.

Free Shipping has been extended through end of business Mountain Time TODAY, July 24. Shop the Online Store for Layers of Beauty and All The Things 💜 You’ve got just a few more days to earn BONUS coupons for August!

The 24-25 Annual Catalog is filled with inspiration. New stamps, dies, tools, and gorgeous new In Colors are waiting for you!! Shop HERE. And now more than ever, don’t neglect the Online Exclusives – you’ll find more beautiful products that never appear in a catalog.

Stamp + Die bundles are discounted an additional 10% in June. Treat yourself and save – there’s something for everyone. See them HERE.

Time for Cake is the August Paper Pumpkin kit. It includes everything you need for 9 birthday cards and envelopes, and features rose gold accents and a bonus stamp set!. Every Celebration, an exclusive set of dies coordinates with all 3 third quarter Paper Pumpkin offerings. Subscribe HERE by August 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

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VINTAGE DAISIES

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If you’ve been around Stampin’ Up! a verrrrry long time you might remember this gem – it’s called Upsy Daisy:

  • Stamps: Upsy Daisy and Very Versaille (both retired and vintage), Notes of Nature (retired), Under the Moon
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Pebble Path, Pool Party, Lemon Lolly, Lemon Lime Twist
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Tailor Made Tags (retired), Blending Brushes, , Pebble Path Jute Trim, Stampin’ Dimensionals

I used a lot of texture behind the daisies since they’re so bold. Pebble Path felt like the right retro/vintage color, not quite brown and not quite grey. I used the Blending Brushes for the background, and to be honest, I did it after I’d stamped the daisies. Since they’re such a saturated color, I could go right over them. (This is a recurring theme in my crafting: I start something, decide it needs something BEHIND it, and try to retrofit. You might call it poor planning, I call it inspiration.)

I am still mourning the retirement of Tailor Made Tags. I used them quite regularly, and since this card has retired images at the foundation, I don’t feel the least bit guilty for including them here.

When was the last time you pulled out something from deep in your archives? It’s a great way to challenge yourself, to work with new colors and tools. Dig deep, my friends, and discover something new from something vintage! Of course, if you need paper, ink, or anything else for that matter, please shop the Online Store.

The 24-25 Annual Catalog is filled with inspiration. New stamps, dies, tools, and gorgeous new In Colors are waiting for you!! Shop HERE. And now more than ever, don’t neglect the Online Exclusives – you’ll find more beautiful products that never appear in a catalog.

Stamp + Die bundles are discounted an additional 10% in June. Treat yourself and save – there’s something for everyone. See them HERE.

Painted Petals is the July Paper Pumpkin kit. It includes everything you need for 9 cards and envelopes, and features easy-peasy die cuts and a gorgeous floral box. Every Celebration, an exclusive set of dies coordinates with all 3 third quarter Paper Pumpkin offerings. Subscribe HERE by July 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

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JUNE 2024 DIY: SEASIDE WISHES

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I did a happy dance when I saw Seaside Wishes on the demonstrator pre-order offering. It was at the top of my shopping list, and that should come as no surprise. I have lots of plans for these images!

  • Stamps: Seaside Wishes
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Crumb Cake, Pool Party, Flirty Flamingo, Calypso Coral
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Seaside Wishes dies, Blending Brushes, Wink of Stella, Stampin’ Dimensionals

There’s a little Wink of Stella along the shoreline, a bit of sea foam if you like. The pebbled path is stamped-off to keep it subtle. I brushed a light layer of Pool Party above the path and Crumb Cake below it with Stampin’ Brushes.

This calendar page is perfect for the start of summer. To be honest, we don’t really notice summer – June is mango season. Lychee and passionfruit are soon to follow. We have seasons, but they’re different from the traditional ones on the calendar. (Whale season starts anytime late October to early November!)

I’m so glad you’ve visited our calendar mini hop! Please stop by to see what Cheryl and Crystal have created for June. We look forward to hearing what you think each month.

And if you need your own Seaside Wishes, shop the Online Store. There’s a hybrid embossing folder too – but the images were too big for my little calendar. (The embossing folder is currently unavailable, and is anticipated in the warehouse next week.)

The 24-25 Annual Catalog has arrived in the store! New stamps, dies, tools, and gorgeous new In Colors!! Shop HERE. And now more than ever, don’t neglect the Online Exclusives – you’ll find more beautiful products that never appear in a catalog.

The Life is Sweet, the June Paper Pumpkin kit, contains supplies for 9 cards and envelopes and features our new 24-26 In Color Collection. You’ll create with vellum and iridescent accents including die cuts and pearls. An exclusive set of dies coordinates with all 3 second quarter Paper Pumpkin offerings. Subscribe HERE by June 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

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Ice Cream Swirl Tags

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Sometimes I just stare at the dies in a set and try to figure them out. The Ice Cream Swirl dies had me scratching me head for a bit until the proverbial light bulb went on: It’s a tag!!!

  • Stamps: Lovely & Sweet
  • Color Palette: Very Vanilla, Petal Pink, Flirty Flamingo, Pecan Pie
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Ice Cream Swirl dies, Stippled Rose DSP (SAB 24), Blending Brushes, Ombre Matte Decorative Dots

I cut multiple versions of the “swirl” part and played mix and match with the accents. The Petal Pink solid card stock on the darker cone got a little texture from the Lovely & Sweet stamps, but everything else is Stippled Rose DSP from this year’s SAB promotion. (Don’t you love all the DSP options???)

The Ombre Dots are perfect for little sprinkly accents, but if I was putting one of these on a package I’d make a hole at the top and use a coordinating ribbon. (And then maybe I’d add some Ombre Dots anyway!)

This is the tag die – you add the cone part to the top edge when it’s folded over. There’s also an insert piece that creates the cone texture. Quick and easy!

Shop the Online Store for the Ice Cream Swirl bundle or anything else your heart desires – and then be sure to take a look at all the luscious Sale-a-bration options you can choose for free with a qualifying purchase. 💕

The February Paper Pumpkin kit makes 9 projects – cards and gift boxes – that celebrate Easter and Spring. An exclusive coordinating set of dies is available to subscribers and coordinates with all 3 first quarter Paper Pumpkin offerings. Subscribe HERE by February 10th. You can also purchase a fixed term 1, 3, 6 or 12 month subscription in the Online Store, and subscriptions of 3 months or more earn Sale-a-bration rewards. Win-win!

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

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ONE LAST PICK OF THE PATCH

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I’m sad to see Pick of the Patch retire, although I expected it would. There are still a lot of ideas floating around in my head but they are competing with a lot of other stuff that you don’t want to hear about! Enjoy this autumn card instead:

  • Stamps: Pick of the Patch
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Cajun Craze, Copper Clay
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Gorgeous Garden dies, Joy of Christmas Designer Series paper, Pick of the Patch Builder Punch, Adhesive Back Speckled dots, Blending Brushes, Pebble Path and Wild Wheat Jute Trim, Glue, Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals

I wanted stems on the squash, but I didn’t want to fussy cut those curly bits. I separated the strands of the Jute Trim and used glue dots to shape them. I like the way they’re kind of unraveled (there are times you could say the same thing about me).

I fussy cut the sentiment from Pick of the Patch – it’s an easy one to do. And the Gorgeous Garden dies make another appearance with pick of the patch because I love them so much! Blending Brushes make a simple, soft background for the die cuts.

If you have a holiday weekend, I hope you’re cozy and warm. We’re in beautiful Sedona, Arizona this week with my family. It’s one of my favorite places to hike.

As always, if you need any of these products, shop the Online Store.

The Last Chance list has dropped and there are some great deals. To see items Carrying Over, click HERE. To see Last Chance items from the September-December mini, click HERE. Prefer to go straight to shopping? Visit the Online Store.

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Check out the brand new release of Online Exclusives. These limited edition products are sure to delight and inspire you! Shop HERE.

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The December kit contains supplies for 9 beautiful cards and includes an acetate box for gifting. Keep it for yourself or share with your bestie – they’ll be grateful to have a card stash all year long! Subscribe HERE by December 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

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Our September – December Mini Catalog is nearing it’s last days – let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING

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Happy Thanksgiving, friends. For my American friends, may your companions be joyful and your meal be satisfying. For my friends in other countries, I wish you the same even though you may not celebrate this holiday!

  • Stamps: Pick of the Patch, Something Fancy
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, Cajun Craze, Copper Clay, Memento Black
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Aspen Tree dies, Pick of the Patch Punch, Adhesive Back Speckled Dots, Joy of Christmas DSP, Stampn’ Dimensionals, Blending Brushes

I love these little squash! I think pairing them with the Aspen Tree does makes them more Autumn than Halloween.

Some of them are fussy cut, but I don’t mind. I created an ombré look by inking with a light color, then adding the darker tone with a soft touch.

I hope your day, however you celebrate it, is filled with gratitude.

There’s a lot going on, and to keep things interesting, the Last Chance list just dropped! To see items Carrying Over, click HERE. To see Last Chance items from the September-December mini, click HERE.

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The December kit contains supplies for 9 beautiful cards and includes an acetate box for gifting. Keep it for yourself or share with your bestie – they’ll be grateful to have a card stash all year long! Subscribe HERE by December 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

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Our September – December Mini Catalog is nearing it’s last days – let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

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Little Monkey is Bananas (4 U)

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Cute critters are CUTE, but when I go to make a card, as cute as they are, I tend to bypass them. The Little Monkey is an exception: I would send this card to ANYONE!

A handmade card with 2 monkeys, bananas and green leaves
  • Stamps: Little Monkey
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Pecan Pie, Flirty Flamingo, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Shaded Spruce, Memento Black
  • Accessories: Monkey Punch, Joy of Christmas DSP, Blending Brushes (regular & mini), Masking paper, Stampin’ Blends, Stampin’ Write marker, Stampin’ Dimensionals

I LOVE the leaf pattern in the Joy of Christmas DSP and wish I could get a full pack of just that paper! Do you ever feel that way about one design in a pack? There’s always one paper I love more than the rest.

I colored the leaves with Granny Apple Green and Shaded Spruce dark blends. I don’t think there’s a law that you have to use dark and light together, and I think it looks more watercolored this way.

A handmade card with 2 monkeys, bananas and green leaves

The monkeys are colored BEFORE they’re punched out. I masked their faces and used Pecan Pie ink on the Blending Brush like a stipple brush to get more texture. I pulled off the masking paper and lightly brushed their faces with what was left on the Blending Brush, then added a little blush with the Mini Blending Brush and Flirty Flamingo ink.

A handmade card with bananas

The inside has a shower of bananas down the side. I made tiny dots with the Pecan Pie Stampin’ Write marker because I like my bananas a little more ripe.

A handmade card with 2 monkeys, bananas and green leaves

Ready to swing through the jungle? Hurry, the Little Monkey bundle is listed as Low Inventory. Shop the Online Store.

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The December kit contains supplies for 9 beautiful cards and includes an acetate box for gifting. Keep it for yourself or share with your bestie – they’ll be grateful to have a card stash all year long! Subscribe HERE by December 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

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ABUNDANT BEAUTY SNOWFLAKES

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The Abundant Beauty masks include not just fabulous florals, but houndstooth, autumn leaves, and snowflakes. I used the snowflakes mask to create my own version of DSP. I know you’ll be shocked to see I’ve used Pool Party, Lost Lagoon and Pretty Peacock 😆

A handmade card with a snowflake pattern and the text “Merry Christmas”
  • Stamps: More Wishes
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Pool Party, Lost Lagoon, Pretty Peacock
  • Accessories: Abundant Beauty Masks, Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Deckle Rectangle dies, Iridescent Gems, Herringbone Ribbon, Blending Brushes, Stampin’ Dimensionals

Have you followed my Facebook Page? If you have, you might have encountered a LIVE demonstrating the process for making this card. It was a rough day on the interwebs, and after multiple attempts I gave up and just posted a video from my phone. Not my best work, but you’ll get the idea!

A handmade card with a snowflake pattern and the text “Merry Christmas”

To get this layered effect, all you need to do is reposition the mask before you add a new color. Once you have the look that makes you happy (and my friends, card making is ALL about making ourselves happy!!!) just add a little ribbon and a sentiment and you’re done.

A handmade card with a snowflake pattern and the text “Merry Christmas”

Do you have the Abundant Beauty Masks? Which do you use the most? I started with the flowers, but now I’m using the full-page designs more to add texture to my projects.

All the supplies you need for a happy day of card making are in the Online Store..

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Our September – December Mini Catalog is available. Let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

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Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.