Bridal Shower Decorations

These are a couple of the bridal shower decorations I have been working on lately. Most of the products I used are retired but the Painterly Pears designer series paper and Perfectly Pears stamp set were perfect since the theme is Perfect Pear.

I have some of these wooden cutting boards leftover from a class and thought I would use one for decoration. The stamped letters are from a retired set and the die cut heart is also retired. I used Lemon Lolly, Basic White and Petal Pink card stock colors and ribbon along with some fun letter beads.

These doilies are going to be on the tables with vases or other decorations focusing on pears. The die cuts are made with the Stylish Shapes and Spotlight on Nature dies.

I will have one more decoration to share with you next week. Hope you enjoy them!

Sending Prayers

I used a couple of the new In Colors on this card which are also highlighted in the designer series paper I used called 

Bloom Boutique. 

In the background, I used the Collage Botanicals stamp set with Peaceful Pine and Hydrangea Hue ink. The sentiment is from the Phrases and Frames stamp set and the die cut is from a retired set.

Supplies:

Collage Botanicals, Phrases and Frames

Peaceful Pine, Hydrangea Hue ink

Hydrangea Hut, Evening Evergreen, Misty Moonlight, Basic Whie card stock

Bloom Boutique dsp

Pastels, petals, perfection. That’s the Bloom Boutique 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper. With dainty florals and soft, artistic designs, this paper feels like it was made for a boutique window display. Perfect for card making, memory keeping, and gift packaging, it adds a sweet and timeless touch to every handmade project.

DETAILS
- 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
- 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
- Acid and lignin free (this product is photo-safe)
- Includes gold foil
- Colors: Barely Blush, Crisp Cantaloupe, gold, Golden Glow, Hydrangea Hue, Peaceful Pine

DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
- Can be used for card making, scrapbooking, and other paper crafts!
- Features exclusive designs by in-house Stampin’ Up! artists.
- Complements other Stampin’ Up! products and colors.

The Phrases & Frames Stamp Set is filled with sentiments for birthdays, anniversaries, encouragement, sympathy, and more. With its refined style and broad mix of sentiments, this set is perfectly suited for your most common card-making needs. You’ll want to keep it on hand so you’re always ready to create a card when the occasion arises.

Inspired by Million Sales Achiever Susan Campfield.

DETAILS
- 9 photopolymer stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c, h
- Million Sales Achiever
- Also available in French

PHOTOPOLYMER STAMPS
- Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
- Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
- Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
- Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
- Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your stamps.
- Are packed in a slim, durable envelope for easy storage and lasting protection.

Violet Dreams

I have mentioned before that I love shades of purple and this designer series paper is full of purple! Violet Dreams designer series paper is the collection I used on this Thinking of You card, both patterns on the card are from this collection.

The sentiment is from the Forever Floral stamp set and while it has dies to go with it, I instead used a retired die to make the piece it is stamped on.

Supplies:

Forever Floral

Gorgeous Grape ink

Gorgeous Grape, Hydrangea Hue, Basic White card stock

Violet Dreams dsp

retired die

Brighten hearts and lift spirits with the Forever Florals Stamp Set! Featuring beautiful floral bunches, lush greenery, and elegant sentiments, this set adds a personal, graceful touch to your cards and crafts. It’s perfect for expressing love, comfort, and care in every creation.

DETAILS
- 11 photopolymer stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, d
- Also available in French

PHOTOPOLYMER STAMPS
- Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
- Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
- Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
- Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
- Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your stamps.
- Are packed in a slim, durable envelope for easy storage and lasting protection.

The Violet Dreams 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper is a whole mood: sweet, airy, and instantly eye-catching. With delicate violet florals, polka dots, soft stripes, and coordinating precut pieces of blooms and leaves to layer on cards, scrapbook pages, and other projects, it brings all the soft, dreamy vibes your crafts crave.

DETAILS
- 12 sheets: 2 each of 5 double-sided designs and 2 precut sheets
- 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
- Acid and lignin free (this product is photo-safe)
- Colors: Darling Duckling, Fresh Freesia, Gorgeous Grape, Hydrangea Hue, Peaceful Pine, Secret Sea

DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
- Can be used for card making, scrapbooking, and other paper crafts!
- Features exclusive designs by in-house Stampin’ Up! artists.
- Complements other Stampin’ Up! products and colors.

Echoes of Detail

I have had a little time to play around with the Hot Foil system and the Echoes of Detail Hot Foil Dies and this is one of the cards I came up with using the Gold Foil.

The die cut was made with the Scalloped Blooms dies and the stamped images with the Collage Botanicals set. The sentiment is from the Balloon Festoon stamp set and all the stamping is done with Secret Sea ink.

Supplies:

Balloon Festoon, Collage Botanicals

Secret Sea ink

Secret Sea, Old Olive, Misty Moonlight, Basic White, Crumb Cake card stock

Echoes of Detail Hot Foil Dies

Gold Foil

Scalloped Blooms dies

Every occasion feels brighter with the Balloon Festoon Stamp Set. Filled with balloons, stars, confetti, and a festive bough, it’s a lively mix of images and sentiments you can use for birthdays, congratulations, or any reason worth celebrating. Perfect for cards, tags, or party-ready projects, this set adds cheerful energy to every design.

DETAILS
- 12 photopolymer stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, h

PHOTOPOLYMER STAMPS
- Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
- Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
- Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
- Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
- Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your stamps.
- Are packed in a slim, durable envelope for easy storage and lasting protection.

Give your crafts the perfect finishing touch with the Echoes of Detail Hot Foil Dies. Featuring patterns like brick and elegant French damask, these hot foil dies add instant texture and shine. Perfect for cards, tags, and paper projects that deserve a little foiled backdrop.

DETAILS
- 3 hot foil dies
- Largest hot foil die: 2-7/8" x 4" (7.3 cm x 10.2 cm)
- Use with Stampin' Hot Foil Rolls (sold separately)
- Use with a Stampin’ Hot Foil System (sold separately)
- Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)

STAMPIN’ HOT FOIL SYSTEM
- Creates metallic foil accents from the comfort of your own home.
- Compatible with our Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine.
- Adds detailed shine with our exclusively designed Hot Foil Dies.
- Gets best results on smooth paper and cardstock.
- Works on many materials, though results may vary. Test what works for you!

Scallops are having their moment, but they’ve always been classic, and the Scalloped Blooms Dies make it easy to see why. With nested scalloped-edge circles sized from full card fronts down to the tiniest details, plus rectangular and arch labels for even more variety, this set is perfect for creating intricate cards and crafts with a refined finish that feels both fresh and classic.

DETAILS
- 14 dies
- Largest die: 5" x 5" (12.7 x 12.7 cm)
- Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)

DIES
- Help you create unique shapes and paper cutouts with just a quick run through your Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine.
- Detailed dies include ejection holes so you can remove the paper easily.

Delicate Dreams

As I have been trying to get back to posting and creating, I have been working on some projects I can't share yet that are for my niece's bridal shower. Those I will share near the end of July...

In the meantime, I will share a few cards I have had time to put together including this one using the Phrases and Frames stamp set.

The Smoky Slate layer is embossed with the Dashing Designs folder and matted on Secret Sea card stock. The designer series paper is from the collection called Delicate Dreams and I pulled the card stock colors from the colors in this design. 

Supplies:

Phrases and Frames

Secret Sea ink

Smoky Slate, Secret Sea, Hydrangea Hue, Basic White card stock

Delicate Dreams dsp

Dashing Designs Embossing folder

Bring a natural touch to your card making with the Delicate Dreams 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper. Featuring soft hues of blue, green, and cream with elegant bronze foil accents, these patterns are sized perfectly for handmade cards. Fussy cut the leafy arrangements or trim the floral designs for easy, eye-catching focal points and layering pieces on any paper craft project.

DETAILS
- 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
- 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
- Acid and lignin free (this product is photo-safe)
- Includes bronze foil
- Colors: Bronze, Crumb Cake, Gray Granite, Hydrangea Hue, Mossy Meadow, Secret Sea

DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
- Can be used for card making, scrapbooking, and other paper crafts!
- Features exclusive designs by in-house Stampin’ Up! artists.
- Complements other Stampin’ Up! products and colors.

The Phrases & Frames Stamp Set is filled with sentiments for birthdays, anniversaries, encouragement, sympathy, and more. With its refined style and broad mix of sentiments, this set is perfectly suited for your most common card-making needs. You’ll want to keep it on hand so you’re always ready to create a card when the occasion arises.

Inspired by Million Sales Achiever Susan Campfield.

DETAILS
- 9 photopolymer stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c, h
- Million Sales Achiever
- Also available in French

PHOTOPOLYMER STAMPS
- Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
- Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
- Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
- Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
- Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your stamps.
- Are packed in a slim, durable envelope for easy storage and lasting protection.

Hot Foil System

Available to purchase July 10th!

Introducing one of the hottest items in crafting—the new Stampin’ Hot Foil System. The metallic magic starts with Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, specially-made Hot Foil dies, and the Stampin’ Hot Foil System that works with our Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately). The heat of the platform transfers the foil using hot foil dies designed specifically for this system, allowing you to add dazzling details to paper and more. (IMPORTANT NOTE: Cutting dies are not designed to be used with hot foiling. You cannot die cut using foiling dies. Doing so risks damaging the dies and the system.)

HOW TO

New to hot foiling? No sweat! We’ve got all the information you need right here. Watch the videos for an introduction to the new system and training on how to use it. And read through the Meet Metallic Magic Stampin’ Hot Foil Brochure for information on what is and isn’t included in the system and simple user instructions. Of course, no project would be complete without a stamped image or two, and this brochure highlights coordinating hot foil dies and stamp set bundles designed specifically to enhance the foil artwork in this product line. We even have a bundle that includes a set of decorative masks so you can add color alongside your shimmering foil for even more dimension.

Foiled Greeting Cards

Start with an embellished metallic accent design and stamp a simple greeting.

Foiled Borders & Frames

Create shiny borders around panels, photos, or journaling spots for scrapbooks.

Gift Tags & Envelopes

Add elegant metallic foil accents to tags and envelope flaps—perfect for weddings, holidays, and birthdays.

Foiled Vellum Overlays

Foil a floral or geometric pattern onto Stampin’ Up! vellum and layer it over colored cardstock for a soft, ethereal effect.

Mixed-Media Art

Combine a hot-foiled image with watercolor backgrounds, stenciling, or embossing paste for texture and shine.

Daisy Days

The Daisy Days album is one of the new kits this month in the Kits Collection. I just love the bright colors and combinations and hope you will too!

Capture your warm-weather memories in a bright sunny album you’ll want to revisit all year long. The Daisy Days Kit comes with all the scrapbooking essentials you'll need for your album, including precut images and sentiments, journaling pieces, and pockets for cherished memorabilia. With vibrant daisies, ice cream cones, and juicy fruit to adorn the pages, this album celebrates everything we love about summer!

DETAILS
- Makes 1 album with 28 pages
- Album size: 7-3/4" x 7" x 1-7/8" (19.7 x 17.8 x 4.8 cm)
- Page size: 6.5" x 6" (16.5 x 15.2 cm)
- Colors: Blueberry Bushel, Crisp Cantaloupe, Crushed Curry, Granny Apple Green, Pool Party, Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger
- Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Step-by-step instructions
- Precut images and sentiments
- Printed pockets
- Acetate sheets
- Adhesive

KITS COLLECTION
- Includes designed projects that come in a range of project types.
- Is perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects.