CIRCLE SAYINGS: USING UP BITS AND PIECES

I have a basket on my craft desk filled with odds and ends. It’s larger than it used to be – or should be – but I’m doing my best to clear it out. This card is almost ALL bits and pieces, and I hope you’ll forgive me for using retired products. There are current replacements for nearly all of this!

  • Stamps: Circle Sayings, Hippest Hippos (retired)
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Basic Grey, Sweet Sorbet
  • Accessories: 2 3/8″ Circle Punch, Vellum card stock, Stampin’ Blends, Big Boss, Stylish Shapes dies, Brick Embossing Folder (retired), Stampin’ Dimensionals, Country Gingham DSP (retired), Red Rhinestone jewels (retired)

Zany Zoo stamps and Designer Series Papers has an entire zoo filled with critters to stand in for that hippo, and our new Exposed Brick Embossing folder is even better than the old brick one! But there are two reasons I’ve shared this card.

First is that you can have a lot of fun with bits and pieces. I still have a bunch of circles left to play with, and it’s a great challenge to create a design with circles. Second is that when a project catches your eye, while you may WANT to duplicate it exactly, with a little looking about, you might discover that you have what you need to create your own version!

Stampin’ Blends bring this hippo to life with simple shading and only one color! Basic Grey and white are a variation of my favorite Black & White & POP of color combo.

Adding a little “something” to the inside of the card personalizes it, and shucks, isn’t that why we make cards? I needed another cupcake, and the Happy Birthday just the icing on top. <wink>

Do you keep a stash of odds and ends? How do you use them? I’d love to hear your tips, because I just *might* have a few left to use. You might find that Circle Sayings is just the right set to use those circles! Shop the Online Store.

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Hello Harvest with a Charming Sentiment

Hello Harvest stamps lend themselves to the masking technique, and today I’ve placed the floral image on top of that big juicy pumpkin with the help of our masking paper. It’s a great card to reproduce, as once you’ve cut the mask it’s good for many repetitions.

  • Stamps: Hello Harvest, Charming Sentiments
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Memento Black, Cajun Craze, Pumpkin Pie, Crushed Curry, Old Olive
  • Accessories: Big Boss, Sentiment Silhouettes dies, Deckle Rectangle dies, Masking Paper, Rustic Harvest DSP, Leaf Labels and Amber Gems, Stampin’ Blends, Dimensionals

I created a mask with the floral image by stamping it on our new masking paper and cutting it out with my snips. (The die would have been much faster, but my brain wasn’t working very well that morning.) You could use a sticky note instead of masking paper, but the beauty of masking paper is that the entire page is sticky, so you don’t have lifted edges. It’s also quite thin, so your layered image doesn’t have gaps.

I stamped the flowers first, then covered them with the mask and stamped the pumpkin. The next step was coloring, and oh, I do love to color, especially with Stampin’ Blends! I chose a sentiment from the Charming Sentiments bundle, inked it in Cajun Craze, and cut it out with the matching die. Both the sentiment and the focal point panel are mounted on Stampin’ Dimensionals.

On the inside, I came up with a little trick to expand the interior panel. I cut a strip of DSP about 1 1/4″ wide and placed it on the long edge of the Basic White panel. I ran both pieces through the Big Boss together using the Deckle Rectangle dies. I’ve actually skooched (highly technical stamping term) the DSP to the right a bit so I could get a wider interior panel.

This card could be a birthday card, thinking of you, or any number of other sentiments. I like to keep a few of these in my card stash without the sentiment – it just takes a moment to stamp and cut what you need and attach it to the front with dimensionals.

The leaves and amber gems are not available but are expected the week of November 7th. In the meantime, you can put together this entire card and add the gems later or substitute something you already have. Don’t wait on the Rustic Harvest DSP – it’s on the Low Inventory list! Shop today!

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AMAZING YEAR meets the Scrap File

I took my paper snips to Amazing Year to create the focal point for this card. I colored the bouquet with my Stampin’ Blends and rummaged through the bits and pieces on my craft desk to pull a card together:

Maui Stamper Stampin' Up! Amazing Year Timeworn Type Awash in Beauty DSP
  • Stamps: Amazing Year
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Memento Black, Pale Papaya, Granny Apple Green, Flirty Flamingo
  • Accessories: Big Boss, Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder, Deckled Rectangle dies, Stampin’ Blends, Awash with Beauty DSP, Perfectly Penciled DSP, White Frayed Ribbon, White Bakers Twine, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Paper Snips

I had such fun preparing the Deckled Rectangle for this bouquet. A little watercolor wash, a few flicks from my Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Write marker (flick the brush against the cap – try it!) and that white panel is elevated to something special.

Maui Stamper Stampin' Up! Amazing Year Timeworn Type Awash in Beauty DSP Perfectly Penciled DSP

The two different pieces of DSP were scraps just begging to be used. In the photo, that green panel looks like it’s been embossed, but it’s just the design of the DSP popping off the page. It worked really well with the Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder.

Maui Stamper Stampin' Up! Amazing Year Timeworn Type Awash in Beauty DSP Perfectly Penciled DSP

A little bakers twine, pulled apart and tied into a soft bow, accents the bouquet. I trimmed the “Enjoy Your Day” tag off the stem and attached it separately because 1) the connection was too thin and it would be wonky and 2) I wanted it tucked almost underneath the bouquet. It’s a great sentiment because it covers a lot of occasions.

Try this yourself! Pull together some scraps of DSP and color an image you love, then play mix and match. It’s gratifying to use up those bits and pieces! Shop for supplies HERE.

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Be sure to subscribe by October 10th for your Craft Escape in a box! The October kit is perfect to get ready for (dare I say it??) Christmas. It makes 9 festive cards and envelopes so you’ll be ready. But wait, there’s more: the November kit will make tags that coordinate with these cards!

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Our Mini Catalog is packed with new designs and products to inspire and delight. There’s something for everyone, and one of my favorite Do-Not-Miss-This products is our Embossing Additions Tool Kit with all the tools you’ll need for perfect results.

The 2023 DIY Template is now available! It’s just $5 and you may use it to make as many calendars as you like. It includes a page of covers, 12 monthly calendar blocks (4 to a page), and a set of cutting instructions. The blocks are designed to be cut to 3 1/2″ square.

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Natural Prints meet Hues of Happiness

Hues of Happiness Designer Series Papers are colorful, but they’re not chaotic. They make a perfect backdrop for a single image. Here they highlight the Maidenhair Fern from Natural Prints:

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  • Stamps: Natural Prints, Amazing Year
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Fresh Freesia, Granny Apple Green, Highland Heather
  • Accessories: Big Boss, Natural Prints dies, Timeworn Type 3D EF, Hues of Happiness DSP, Metallic Trim, Stampin’ Dimensionals

I chose Fresh Freesia out of that DSP to offset the brilliant green of Granny Apple. I like that they’re similar intensities, and emotionally those two colors almost vibrate together. I think that makes “the message really “To a wonderful friend” really resonate.

I flicked the edge of my Highland Heather Stampin’ Write marker against the cap to get that fine spatter. It’s hard to see in photos but in your hand, it softens the Basic White card stock.

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The Timeworn Type 3D embossing folder is my current favorite. Does that happen to you? For a while I was all about the Fern EF, and then I got hooked on the Tropical Hideaway background stamp. Now it’s Timeworn Type, but don’t hold your breath – I’m pretty fickle.

The 2023 DIY Template is now available! It’s just $5 and you may use it to make as many calendars as you like. It includes a page of covers, 12 monthly calendar blocks (4 to a page), and a set of cutting instructions. The blocks are designed to be cut to 3 1/2″ square.

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Do you LOVE coordinating dies? I know I do – and only in September, you can purchase dies to coordinate with your Apple Harvest, Fresh Cut Flowers, This Birthday Piggy, Trimming the Tree, Waterfall Canyon and Yeti to Party stamp sets. Don’t have the stamps yet? Well, lucky you – you can get them and save in a bundle. While Supplies Last!! Available only in September. Shop HERE.

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Be sure to subscribe by September 10th for your Craft Escape in a box! The September kit is perfect to get ready for Trick or Treat. It makes 18 treat boxes for your favorite little ghosties and goblins.

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Another Tropical Hideaway

I’ve been exploring different ways to color the Tropical Hideaway large format stamp. I have to confess: this is not my favorite. I’m happy with the card layout, but the watercolor technique I used made the images blur. That’s how you learn!

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  • Stamps: Tropical Hideaway, Happiness Abounds
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Mint Macaron, Soft Succulent
  • Accessories: Big Boss, Stylish Shapes dies, Brick & Mortar 3D Embossing Folder, White Crinkle Ribbon, Water Painter, Blending Brushes, Iridescent Rhinestone Jewels

I stamped the Tropical Hideway stamp on a Basic White panel using Soft Succulent Ink. I used more Soft Succulent Ink with my Water Painters to add color to the leaves. It was a fun experiment, but it’s not one I expect to repeat. The water caused the outlines to blur too much for my taste.

I enjoyed the process, and the total effect is soft and a little romantic. I added that White Crinkle Ribbon to soften it even more (oh my goodness, I love that ribbon!).

I’ll bet you already have ideas about how to make this work better! Try them out and let me know – I’m still creating with this image! You can have your own Tropical Hideaway shopping HERE.

Maui Stamper 2023 DIY Easel Calendar template $5

The 2023 DIY Template is now available! It’s just $5 and you may use it to make as many calendars as you like. It includes a page of covers, 12 monthly calendar blocks (4 to a page), and a set of cutting instructions. The blocks are designed to be cut to 3 1/2″ square.

Contact me to make your payment – I use Square to invoice, and you don’t need an account to use it.

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Be sure to subscribe by September 10th for your Craft Escape in a box! The September kit is perfect to get ready for Trick or Treat. It makes 18 treat boxes for your favorite little ghosties and goblins.

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. Don’t miss this kit!

Sale-a-bration 22v2 is up and running! Whether your tastes are whimsical, romantic, or outdoorsy, everyone will find stamps to enjoy for free! But wait – there’s more! Designer series paper and dies that coordinate with our stamps are options when you spend $50 usd. On August 2nd an fresh set of products was added to the rewards offerings. Time to go shopping! See the choices HERE.

Our Mini Catalog is packed with new designs and products to inspire and delight. There’s something for everyone, and one of my favorite Do Not Miss This products is our Embossing Additions Tool Kit with all the tools you’ll need for perfect results. Shop the Mini Catalog and then choose your Sale-a-bration reward!

Stampin’ Up! always has a bonus joining offer during Sale-a-bration, and this one is really special! You’ll receive a gorgeous planner, 3 coordinating notebooks, and an exclusive stamp set to help organize your projects, your priorities, and your plans! You don’t need to make a business out of this to enjoy your new planner.

Becoming a demonstrator is ALWAYS a great value – the kit itself includes $125 of product (you choose every bit of it) for $99. It also includes catalogs and other business supplies should you choose to share what you love doing. But the icing on the cake is the discount that every demonstrator earns on every single order. There’s no long-term commitment – let’s chat and see if this makes sense for you! Contact me to learn more. Ready to sign up? JOIN HERE.

A Little Trailer in the Trees

If you weren’t able to pick up the Tree Lot dies as a Sale-a-bration reward, they’ve sold out. I’m so sorry, because everyone should have the chance to craft this little trailer!

MauiStamper Stampin' Up! Trees for Sale Paradise Palms Tree Lot dies Sale-a-bration DIY handmade card
  • Stamps: Trees for Sale, Paradise Palms, Art Gallery
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Crumb Cake, Old Olive, Pear Pizazz, Coastal Cabana, Basic Black, Pool Party
  • Accessories: Big Boss, Tree Lot dies (no longer available), Vellum card stock, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Black Sharpie pen

I mixed and matched the Old Olive and Pear Pizazz ink when I stamped the trees, and I’m not sure if I have a favorite. After all, trees are unique, and the fact that each of these are a little different is pretty true to life. I used a small piece of vellum in the “windows” and then placed the die cuts behind them so you didn’t see through the window to the trees.

Oh, and I stamped “Happy Birthday” just a little bit crooked on purpose. That’s so you know it’s made by hand 🤩

There are a lot of options for creating this card with other focal points. Try the tent from Campology, or the deer from Grassy Grove. You might just have something perfect in your stash! Shop HERE, and if there’s a Sale-a-bration reward you’ve got your eye on, maybe today would be a good day to add it to your cart!

Maui Stamper 2023 DIY Easel Calendar template $5

The 2023 DIY Template is now available! It’s just $5 and you may use it to make as many calendars as you like. It includes a page of covers, 12 monthly calendar blocks (4 to a page), and a set of cutting instructions. The blocks are designed to be cut to 3 1/2″ square.

Contact me to make your payment – I use Square to invoice, and you don’t need an account to use it.

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Be sure to subscribe by September 10th for your Craft Escape in a box! This kit makes 18 Halloween treats. You’ll be all set for the ghosties and goblins in your life!

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. Don’t miss this kit!

Sale-a-bration 22v2 is up and running! Whether your tastes are whimsical, romantic, or outdoorsy, everyone will find stamps to enjoy for free! But wait – there’s more! Designer series paper and dies that coordinate with our stamps are options when you spend $50 usd. On August 2nd an fresh set of products was added to the rewards offerings. Time to go shopping! See the choices HERE.

Our Mini Catalog is packed with new designs and products to inspire and delight. There’s something for everyone, and one of my favorite Do Not Miss This products is our Embossing Additions Tool Kit with all the tools you’ll need for perfect results. Shop the Mini Catalog and then choose your Sale-a-bration reward!

Stampin’ Up! always has a bonus joining offer during Sale-a-bration, and this one is really special! You’ll receive a gorgeous planner, 3 coordinating notebooks, and an exclusive stamp set to help organize your projects, your priorities, and your plans! You don’t need to make a business out of this to enjoy your new planner.

Becoming a demonstrator is ALWAYS a great value – the kit itself includes $125 of product (you choose every bit of it) for $99. It also includes catalogs and other business supplies should you choose to share what you love doing. But the icing on the cake is the discount that every demonstrator earns on every single order. There’s no long-term commitment – let’s chat and see if this makes sense for you! Contact me to learn more. Ready to sign up? JOIN HERE.

My Hippie Hippo 2.0

Last month I created a card combining Hippest Hippo from Sale-a-bration with Spiral Dye, and I loved it so much I did it again!

MauiStamper Stampin' Up! Hippest Hippos Spiral Dye DIY handmade card
  • Stamps: Hippest Hippos, Spiral Dye
  • Color Palette: Melon Mambo, Tahitian Tide, Parakeet Party, Gray Granite, Basic White
  • Accessories: Big Boss, Hippo Dies, Stylish Shapes Dies, Stamparatus, Blending Brush, Stampin’ Blends, Metallic Woven Ribbon,Take Your Pick tool, Stampin’ Dimensionals

I used the Stamparatus with that big Spiral Dye stamp. It helps me position the image straight on the card stock, and it’s easier to thoroughly press on all parts of the stamp. If it doesn’t cover perfectly, the Stamparatus lets me stamp again in the exact same spot! Love it.

I only used 3 colors this time instead of the 4 I used in the First Version. It looks like there’s a little Gorgeous Grape in there, but that’s just the wonder of color blending: Pink + Blue = Purple!

I chose a different hippo and another greeting, but the part I love best is the Metallic Woven Ribbon. I hardly ever use it as a ribbon! In this case I cut a few inches of Sweet Sorbet and Parakeet Party and tied a knot in the center. Using the Take Your Pick tool, I pulled the threads out and then tucked the knot under the hippo. Instant fringe!

Either the Hippest Hippo stamps or the Hippo dies can be your bonus when you spend $50 usd in the Online Store. Spend $100 and you can have them both! But hurry, all Sale-a-bration options are while supplies last.

Maui Stamper 2023 DIY Easel Calendar template $5

The 2023 DIY Template is now available! It’s just $5 and you may use it to make as many calendars as you like. It includes a page of covers, 12 monthly calendar blocks (4 to a page), and a set of cutting instructions. The blocks are designed to be cut to 3 1/2″ square.

Contact me to make your payment – I use Square to invoice, and you don’t need an account to use it.

Be sure to subscribe by August 10th for your Craft Escape in a box! The August kit is awash with sunflowers, and includes bonus shimmy gold honeycomb embellishments for your crafting delight. 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. Don’t miss this kit!

Sale-a-bration 22v2 is up and running! Whether your tastes are whimsical, romantic, or outdoorsy, everyone will find stamps to enjoy for free! But wait – there’s more! Designer series paper and dies that coordinate with our stamps are options when you spend $50 usd. On August 2nd an fresh set of products was added to the rewards offerings. Time to go shopping! See the choices HERE.

Our Mini Catalog is packed with new designs and products to inspire and delight. There’s something for everyone, and one of my favorite Do Not Miss This products is our Embossing Additions Tool Kit with all the tools you’ll need for perfect results. Shop the Mini Catalog and then choose your Sale-a-bration reward!

Stampin’ Up! always has a bonus joining offer during Sale-a-bration, and this one is really special! You’ll receive a gorgeous planner, 3 coordinating notebooks, and an exclusive stamp set to help organize your projects, your priorities, and your plans! You don’t need to make a business out of this to enjoy your new planner.

Becoming a demonstrator is ALWAYS a great value – the kit itself includes $125 of product (you choose every bit of it) for $99. It also includes catalogs and other business supplies should you choose to share what you love doing. But the icing on the cake is the discount that every demonstrator earns on every single order. There’s no long-term commitment – let’s chat and see if this makes sense for you! Contact me to learn more. Ready to sign up? JOIN HERE.

Hippo Loves You a TON

I hope you’re lovin’ this Hippo – as you can tell, I surely am! I especially love combining the Hippo with other stamps – today it’s Paradise Palms:

Maui Stamper Stampin' Up! Hippest Hippo Paradise Palms Sale-a-bration SAB 2202
  • Stamps: Hippest Hippo (SAB 2022), Paradise Palms
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Memento Black, Coastal Cabana, Bermuda Bay, Pool Party, Soft Suede
  • Accessories: Big/Baby Boss, Hippo dies, Palms dies, Beautiful Shapes, Artistic Mix Decorative masks, Blending Brush, Pool Party Sheer Ribbon, Stampin’ Write Markers, Stampin’ Dimensionals, 21-23 In Color Gems (oopsie, retired!), Vellum

My favorite part of the Hippo dies is all the accessories – I’m not sure if these are supposed to be sunglasses or part of the snorkel, but I love them as regular glasses! The heart is part of those bonus images as well.

Maui Stamper Stampin' Up! Hippest Hippo Paradise Palms Sale-a-bration SAB 2202

The Artistic Mix Decorative Masks are designed so that they can be used together – I’ve just used one here, but it’s addictive to layer them and see what you get.

Making your own cards allows you options you don’t find in the store. I love to add images to the inside of my card as well as the envelope. I layer a 4″ x 5 1/4″ piece of Basic White or Very Vanilla (depending on the card colors) on the inside of every colored card base. It’s a perfect way to dress up the inside of the card, especially when you add palms! (Everything is better with palm trees.)


Have you shopped Sale-a-bration 2022 v2 yet? The SAB products are a great way to stretch your crafting dollars – it’s almost a BOGO! I predict this Hippo will be hot, so get it now. Shop HERE. You’ll be glad you did.

The July December mini catalog brings a charming new product with a purpose. Our Nourish and Flourish kit includes card making supplies for 9 delightful cards + an insulated canvas lunch bag to make meals on the go that much sweeter. Every Nourish and Flourish kit sold will generate a $3usd/ $4cad donation to organizations working to end food insecurity. It’s a win-win! See it HERE.

Be sure to subscribe by July 10th for your Craft Escape in a box! This month features a nautical theme. 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.

Sale-a-bration 22v2 is up and running! Whether your tastes are whimsical, romantic, or outdoorsy, everyone will find stamps to enjoy for free! But wait – there’s more! Designer series paper, dies, and a printed card base and envelope combo are all options when you spend $50usd. There’s lots of coordination here too. Time to go shopping! See the choices HERE.

Our Mini Catalog is packed with new designs and products to inspire and delight. There’s something for everyone, and one of my favorite Do Not Miss This products is our Embossing Additions Tool Kit with all the tools you’ll need for perfect results. Shop the Mini Catalog and then choose your Sale-a-bration reward!

Stampin’ Up! always has a bonus joining offer during Sale-a-bration, and this one is really special! You’ll receive a gorgeous planner, 3 coordinating notebooks, and an exclusive stamp set to help organize your projects, your priorities, and your plans! Becoming a demonstrator is ALWAYS a great value – the kit itself includes $125 of product (you choose every bit of it) for $99. It also includes catalogs and other business supplies should you choose to share what you love doing. But the icing on the cake is the discount that every demonstrator earns on every single order. There’s no long-term commitment – let’s chat and see if this makes sense for you! Ready to sign up? JOIN HERE.

Hippo in Wonderland

“Hippo, whoooo are youuuuu?” said the Caterpillar (apologies to Lewis Carroll). There’s no caterpillar here, but that winking Hippo is pretty sassy all the same!

  • Stamps: Hippest Hippo, Kindest Gnomes, Paradise Palms
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Memento Black, Pale Papaya, Pool Party, Poppy Parade, Granny Apple Green, Garden Green, Naturals 200, 400 & 600
  • Accessories: Big/Mini Boss, Hippos dies, Storybook Gnomes DSP, Stampin’ Blends, Pool Party Sheer Ribbon, Stampin’ Dimensionals

I experimented with a lot of Hippo colors, but ultimately decided that my card looked best if the Hippo shared the same colors as the wooden door on the mushroom. I used our new Naturals line of Stampin’ Blends to color them both.

The Storybook Gnomes DSP is a real find! Great colors, great images, and it really makes a card pop. It also helped direct my color choices for this card, and I don’t think I would have used Pale Papaya without that inspiration.

Maui Stamper Stampin' Up! Hippest Hippos Kindest Gnomes Stampin' Blends handmade card DIY

I used a teeny splash of pool party on this Hippo’s eyes and in the window panes. I considered putting a little smooch on that kisser, but decided that would just be lipstick on a…well, you know.

Those Hippo stamps and dies are available as Sale-a-bration 2022 v2 choices, but I wouldn’t wait too long to place an order. We’ve been reminded by Stampin’ Up! that all Sale-a-bration selections are WHILE SUPPLIES LAST, and you know what that means! Skedaddle on over to the Online Store and get yours today! Both the Hippos stamps and dies are available with your $50 purchase: you’ll need to spend $100 to get them both, but it won’t cost you a penny to add them to your order!

The July December mini catalog brings a charming new product with a purpose. Our Nourish and Flourish kit includes card making supplies for 9 delightful cards + an insulated canvas lunch bag to make meals on the go that much sweeter. Every Nourish and Flourish kit sold will generate a $3usd/ $4cad donation to organizations working to end food insecurity. It’s a win-win! See it HERE.

Be sure to subscribe by July 10th for your Craft Escape in a box! This month features a nautical theme. 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.

Sale-a-bration 22v2 is up and running! Whether your tastes are whimsical, romantic, or outdoorsy, everyone will find stamps to enjoy for free! But wait – there’s more! Designer series paper, dies, and a printed card base and envelope combo are all options when you spend $50usd. There’s lots of coordination here too. Time to go shopping! See the choices HERE.

Our Mini Catalog is packed with new designs and products to inspire and delight. There’s something for everyone, and one of my favorite Do Not Miss This products is our Embossing Additions Tool Kit with all the tools you’ll need for perfect results. Shop the Mini Catalog and then choose your Sale-a-bration reward!

Stampin’ Up! always has a bonus joining offer during Sale-a-bration, and this one is really special! You’ll receive a gorgeous planner, 3 coordinating notebooks, and an exclusive stamp set to help organize your projects, your priorities, and your plans! Becoming a demonstrator is ALWAYS a great value – the kit itself includes $125 of product (you choose every bit of it) for $99. It also includes catalogs and other business supplies should you choose to share what you love doing. But the icing on the cake is the discount that every demonstrator earns on every single order. There’s no long-term commitment – let’s chat and see if this makes sense for you! Ready to sign up? JOIN HERE.

My Hippie Hippo

Can you say GROOOOVY??? As soon as I started stamping the Hippo (2202 v2 Sale-a-bration) I saw this card in my mind, and it turned out EXACTLY as I imagined it. How often does that happen??

A card with a purple hippo and a colorful tie dyed swirl
  • Stamps: Hippest Hippos (Sale-a-bration 2022 v2), Spiral Dye
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Highland Heather, Parakeet Party, Tahitian Tide, Daffodil Delight, Memento Black
  • Accessories: Big/Baby Boss, Hippo dies, Fine Sparkle Adhesive Backed Gems, Stylish Shapes, Stampin’ Blends, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Daubers, Wink of Stella

Do you see that flag? I got crafty with the Stylish Shapes dies. I stamped the sentiment and cut it out with the small banner, then used the larger one to cut off one end:

Ooooo, I was feelin’ groooovy 🎶 (da da da dah dah dah da, feelin’ groovy)

A card with a purple hippo and a colorful tie dyed swirl

I wanted this purple hippo to have a little pizazz, and it was Wink of Stella to the rescue. Well, that and Parakeet Party nails. The little hearts are some of the accessories that come with the Hippos dies, and trust me, you will be reaching for those dies again and again with all of their fun coordinating shapes.

A card with a purple hippo and a colorful tie dyed swirl

I used daubers to ink up the Spiral Dye stamp (see what they did there?) and I can’t wait to do this again with another set of colors. When I showed this card to my Maui Stamper team, they all said I needed to make a video – so stay tuned, I may just have a YouTube debut!

If you’re inspired, all the supplies are available in my Online Store – and if you spend $50, you’ll earn free Sale-a-bration product like the Hippo! What are you waiting for?

The July December mini catalog brings a charming new product with a purpose. Our Nourish and Flourish kit includes card making supplies for 9 delightful cards + an insulated canvas lunch bag to make meals on the go that much sweeter. Every Nourish and Flourish kit sold will generate a $3usd/ $4cad donation to organizations working to end food insecurity. It’s a win-win! See it HERE.

Be sure to subscribe by July 10th for your Craft Escape in a box! This month features a nautical theme. 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.

Sale-a-bration 22v2 is up and running! Whether your tastes are whimsical, romantic, or outdoorsy, everyone will find stamps to enjoy for free! But wait – there’s more! Designer series paper, dies, and a printed card base and envelope combo are all options when you spend $50usd. There’s lots of coordination here too. Time to go shopping! See the choices HERE.

Our Mini Catalog is packed with new designs and products to inspire and delight. There’s something for everyone, and one of my favorite Do Not Miss This products is our Embossing Bundle with all the tools you’ll need for perfect results. Shop the Mini Catalog and then choose your Sale-a-bration reward!

Stampin’ Up! always has a bonus joining offer during Sale-a-bration, and this one is really special! You’ll receive a gorgeous planner, 3 coordinating notebooks, and an exclusive stamp set to help organize your projects, your priorities, and your plans! Becoming a demonstrator is ALWAYS a great value – the kit itself includes $125 of product (you choose every bit of it) for $99. It also includes catalogs and other business supplies should you choose to share what you love doing. But the icing on the cake is the discount that every demonstrator earns on every single order. There’s no long-term commitment – let’s chat and see if this makes sense for you! Ready to sign up? JOIN HERE.