Thursday, November 21, 2024

Sympathy in Neutrals

For this sympathy card I decided to use neutral colors along with the Something Fancy dies. The card base is Basic Beige card stock, and the designer series paper is from the Neutrals 6" x 6" collection.


The two die cuts are made with the Wildflower Designs Dies and the Greetings of the Season dies. The sentiment is from the Something Fancy stamp set.


Supplies:
Something Fancy
Early Espresso ink
Pebbled Path, Basic Beige card stock
Wildflower Designs Dies
Greetings of the Season Dies
Neutrals 6" x 6" dsp


Mix and match the Wildflower Designs Dies in a variety of ways for your paper crafts! Use one label or frame die for a sentiment or layer multiples for a unique background. Cut out flower images in multiple colors and layer them throughout your cards. This die set is simple to use and works for all project types.

* 7 dies
* Largest die: 5" x 3-7/16" (12.7 x 8.7 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Dies help you create unique die-cut 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.

Enjoy contemporary colors and all-occasion designs with our Neutrals 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper. The smaller sheets are ideal for handmade cards, mini scrapbook albums, and colorful accents—cut them with our dies and punches for quick and easy embellishments! You’ll want to have some on hand for all your paper crafting projects. Get yours today!

* 40 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 2 double-sided designs in 10 colors
* 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Basic Gray, Blackberry Bliss, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Pecan Pie, Smoky Slate

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.
Say everything you want to say with the Something Fancy Stamp Set. This stamp set has all the sentiments you never knew you needed! From classic well wishes to snarky celebratory statements, the Something Fancy Stamp Set says it all in a beautiful modern font combo. Also available in French.

* 10 cling stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, d, g

Cling stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* Are premium rubber stamps.
* Have deeply etched images for excellent detail.
* Are precut so you don’t have to trim them.
* 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 cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.

Make tags, labels, banners, and more with the Greetings of the Season Dies! Stamp directly on these tags with your favorite sentiments for gift tags or card accents. Use one die on its own or layer multiple tags for more dimension. And for even more fun, try layering with different materials like vellum or metallic foiled paper!

* 9 dies
* Largest die: 2-1/2" x 3-3/4" (6.4 x 9.5 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine
* Compatible with the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Dies help you create unique die-cut 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.

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

November Stamp Club Projects

We have some fall and winter themed projects for stamp club this month using several different types of products.


The first card showcases the One-of-a-Kind bundle using the stamp set and die cuts. In the background we used a Blending Brush and Fresh Freesia ink.


The second card uses the Humble Home bundle, Country Woods designer series paper and the Spotlight on Nature dies. The house is stamped on Country Woods designer series paper, and I used a couple Stampin' Write markers to add a little color.


Our layout was created with the Sweet Days of Autumn products - designer series paper, card stock, stickers and embellishments.


We always welcome new members! Contact me for more information.

The Humble Home Bundle includes the Humble Home Stamp Set and the Humble Home Punch. Also available in French.

Build lovely home tags and cards with the Humble Home Bundle. Create unique homes by switching up the colors and textures you use with the stamp images. Then cut out your works of art using the punch. Elevate your card fronts by lifting different punch elements off the page using Stampin’ Dimensionals for a 3D effect.

HUMBLE HOME PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET
Make a little house a little home with the Humble Home Stamp Set! Stamp the house image, then color and decorate until it becomes a home you love. Add it to card fronts for house-warming occasions and thank you cards. Or make it a tag for holiday gifts with the included wreath and Christmas sentiments.
* 14 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, d

HUMBLE HOME BUILDER PUNCH
Make sweet little homes with the Humble Home Builder Punch. Simply punch the designs from cardstock, then color and decorate to make homes for card fronts and gift tags. This punch features multiple images in one punch, including a house, heart, window square, and small circle.
* 1 punch
* Largest image: 1-7/8" x 1-7/8" (4.8 x 4.8 cm)

Our coordinated craft bundles save you time and money! Buy the bundle and save 10% off the price of buying the stamp and tool separately. Plus, bundles will help you quickly cut out stamped images for a single project or create multiples of the same project with ease.


Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Autumn Thoughts

The Sweet Days of Autumn designer series paper from the CTMH collection is perfect for fall themed cards and I have used three of the patterns on this one.


The leaves stamped on the Cajun Craze card stock are from the Autumn Leaves stamp set and the sentiment is from the Best Family Ever set. The sentiment is stamped on a die cut made with the Changing Leaves dies which are part of the Changing Leaves Hybrid embossing folder product.


Supplies:
Best Family Ever, Autumn Leaves
Cajun Craze ink
Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla, Crushed Curry card stock
Sweet Days of Autumn dsp
Changing Leaves Dies

Family is everything! Create heartfelt cards using the Best Family Ever Stamp Set and let family members know how important they are to you. This sentiment-only stamp set includes family members and greetings to say thank you and congratulations, show appreciation, and even wish happy birthday! Build phrases to customize sentiments and pair with the images of your choice—this set offers countless creative possibilities! Also available in French.

* 34 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, g, h

Photopolymer stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* 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 cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.
You won’t be-leaf how beautiful the Autumn Leaves Stamp Set is! With four highly detailed textured leaves, three leaf vein stamps, and six thankful sentiments, this stamp set will provide you with use for years to come. These stamps work great for card making or scrapbooking, or they can be pressed onto gift packaging. Whether you want to celebrate the fall season, a friendship, or deliver a card just because, each of the sentiments will bring joy and gratitude to any recipient. Simply use the Two-Step images to add beautiful veining to the leaves for another touch of dimension or stamp on a card as a background image. Stamp the leaves in autumn colors or spring greens! These leaves are versatile enough for nearly every season. Also available in French.

This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with extra texture and dimension in the colors you want.

This is a Distinktive stamp set; it has a special texture that gives added depth and dimension in a single step, creating photo-realistic images.

Inspired by Million Sales Achiever Amy Koenders.

* 12 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): d, e, g

Photopolymer stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* 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 cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.
Double the creative possibilities with the Changing Leaves Hybrid Embossing Folder! The dies snap into the embossing folder; add your paper, run it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, and out come die-cut, embossed accents! You can also use the embossing folder without the dies for embossing large pieces or use the dies alone to cut out solid, flat leaves and labels.

* 1 embossing folder
* Embossing folder size: 6" x 6-1/4" (15.2 x 15.9 cm)
* 8 dies
* Largest die: 5-1/2" x 4-1/2" (14 x 11.4 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Our hybrid embossing folders create ornate die-cut pieces with rich texture in one simple pass through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. The dies fit inside special ridges in the embossing folder for easy, one-step cutouts with dimension. Use the dies and embossing folder together or separately for a variety of looks and styles.

Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.

Monday, November 18, 2024

Sunny Thoughts

I made a few masculine cards using the Trucking Along bundle and some specialty paper that is unfortunately retired and out of stock. 


The die cut circle is made with the Spotlight on Nature dies and the happy birthday sentiment is from the Attention Shoppers stamp set.
The truck was stamped on a piece of scrap paper, punched out with the Trucking Along punch and popped up with Stampin' Dimensionals.


Supplies:
Trucking Along Bundle, Attention Shoppers
Memento Black, Cajun Craze, Wild Wheat, Pecan Pie ink
Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake card stock
retired specialty paper

Don’t underestimate the Spotlight on Nature Dies! These circular dies come in a variety of shapes, which you can use to add depth and dimension to your all-occasion cards, turn into gift tags, make frames, or layer for a bold creation. With beautiful detailing around the die perimeter, these basic shapes are a perfect addition to any paper craft, no matter the season, reason, or occasion, and pair well with sentiments and other stamp designs.

* 12 dies
* Largest die: 3-7/8" (9.8 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Dies help you create unique die-cut 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.





Friday, November 15, 2024

Seasonal Sale


It is time to stock up on paper, card stock and inks as well as bundles from the Annual Catalog. This sale will end tonight at 11:59 pm (MT) November 15th...


From the 2024–2025 Annual Catalog:

10% off ink, including pads, refills, markers, and Stampin’ Blends. Ink pad bundles and third-party ink pads are NOT included. 
10% off cardstock. Close To My Heart cardstock is NOT included.
20% total off all stamp and die bundles and stamp and punch bundles. (Stamp bundles are normally 10% off. With this sale you get an additional 10% off.)
20% off all Designer Series Paper.

Important Information:
Shop online to see the full selection of discounted products available; this is a limited time offer.
Products are available while supplies last.
Discounts are automatically applied when sale items are added to any order, including Starter Kits.


Thursday, November 14, 2024

Perfect Pairs


The Perfect Pairs stamp set is fun for cute cards, and it includes salt and pepper shaker images, milk and cookie images and a puzzle piece image. 


I used some Soda Pop paper (retired) which was a CTMH offering through Stampin' Up! and used card stock colors to coordinate with that - Lost Lagoon, Basic White and Night of Navy.
The images are colored in with Stampin' Blends.


Supplies:
Perfect Pairs
Memento Black ink
Stampin' Blends
Night of Navy, Lost Lagoon, Basic White card stock
Soda Pop Paper Pack

Celebrate your better half with the Perfect Pairs Stamp Set! This set comes with several adorable images of the best things that go together. Try different coloring techniques or mix and match the paper you stamp on. It’s the “perfect” stamp set to have for all your love occasions!

* 10 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c, d

Photopolymer stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* 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 cling and photopolymer stamps.
* Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Mediterranean Birthday

I enjoy playing with the shades of blue in the Mediterranean Blooms designer series paper collection and have used a couple of the designs on this birthday card.


The card stock and mat for the top piece of designer series paper is Boho Blue and the mat for the larger piece of designer series paper is Night of Navy. The sentiment is from the Sweetly Scripted stamp set.


Supplies:
Sweetly Scripted
Night of Navy ink
Boho Blue, Night of Navy and Basic Beige card stock
Mediterranean Blooms dsp



Transport yourself to a world of sun-soaked citrus, hand-painted ceramics, and enchanting greenery with the Mediterranean Blooms 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper. Inspired by the captivating beauty of the Mediterranean, it’s the perfect choice for bright and colorful handmade cards, gift tags, packaging, and more. The tilework designs make great card backgrounds, and the blossoming lemons and oranges are a perfect way to add zest and lightness to your creations. Whether you’re creating spring, summer, or Mediterranean-inspired crafts, the symphony of color and exquisite design of this paper will be appreciated by friends and loved ones.

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Balmy Blue, Boho Blue, Cajun Craze, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Garden Green, Lemon Lolly, Night of Navy, Old Olive, Peach Pie, Pumpkin Pie
Have just the right sentiments for your special occasions with the Sweetly Scripted Stamp Set. The decorative script is a cute focal point for any project and works for vertical and horizontal cards! Use the full length of the sentiment or crop as needed for more versatility. With this set, you can celebrate an anniversary or birthday, save the date for a special occasion, or wish someone a swift recovery with greetings that are perfect all year long.

* 6 cling stamps
* Suggested clear block (sold separately): f

Cling stamps from Stampin’ Up!
* Are premium rubber stamps.
* Have deeply etched images for excellent detail.
* Are precut so you don’t have to trim them.
* 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 cling and photopolymer stamps.




Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Happiest of Birthdays

I love pairing patterns from different collections of designer series paper and for this card, I used some Mediterranean Blooms and Winter Meadow designer series paper for the background of this birthday card.


The die cut is made using the Christmas Labels dies and the sentiment is from the Throughout the Year stamp set using Night of Navy ink.


Supplies:
Throughout the Year
Night of Navy ink
Pebbled Path, Basic White card stock
Mediterranean Blooms dsp
Winter Meadow dsp
Christmas Labels dies

Transport yourself to a world of sun-soaked citrus, hand-painted ceramics, and enchanting greenery with the Mediterranean Blooms 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper. Inspired by the captivating beauty of the Mediterranean, it’s the perfect choice for bright and colorful handmade cards, gift tags, packaging, and more. The tilework designs make great card backgrounds, and the blossoming lemons and oranges are a perfect way to add zest and lightness to your creations. Whether you’re creating spring, summer, or Mediterranean-inspired crafts, the symphony of color and exquisite design of this paper will be appreciated by friends and loved ones.

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Balmy Blue, Boho Blue, Cajun Craze, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Garden Green, Lemon Lolly, Night of Navy, Old Olive, Peach Pie, Pumpkin Pie

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.

Make beautiful festive labels with the Christmas Labels Dies. Embellish your Christmas paper crafts with gorgeous die-cut frames. Just pair them with the greetings and designs of your choice and add layers to your cards. Let your creativity take over!

* 4 dies
* Largest die: 2-3/8" x 2-5/8" (6 x 6.7 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine
* Compatible with the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Dies help you create unique die-cut 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.

Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.

Friday, November 8, 2024

Our Thoughts


There are some stamp sets that I decide to get rid of after they retire, and some that I hold on to for a long time. The one used on this card was a Sale-a-bration item in 2019 called Lasting Lily and I plan to keep it around for a while longer.


The designer series paper is from the Thoughtful Journey collection and is mounted on Summer Splash card stock. The first sentiment is stamped on a die cut made with the Everyday Essentials dies and I also added a few Basic Gray and Smoky Slate Pearl Embellishments.


Supplies:
Lasting Lily (retired)
Pebbled Path ink
Basic White, Summer Splash card stock
Thoughtful Journey dsp
Everyday Details Dies
Basic Gray and Smoky Slate Pearls Embellishments


Wow all your card and paper craft recipients with the watercolored wonders of the Thoughtful Journey 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper! These dreamy, ethereal designs are perfect for cards, gift tags, and other paper crafts like boxes and banners. Use the natural, free-flowing flower and field scenes as stunning focal points or turn the more abstract designs into gorgeous layers. Each sheet will bring eye-catching imagery and beautiful detail to your creations.

* 48 sheets of patterned paper: 4 each of 12 double-sided designs
* 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Blackberry Bliss, Boho Blue, Cajun Craze, Calypso Coral, Lost Lagoon, Misty Moonlight, Mossy Meadow, Peach Pie, Petunia Pop, Pool Party, Pretty Peacock, Wild Wheat

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.

Thursday, November 7, 2024

Humble Home

One of the bundles in the Holiday Catalog that has been very popular is the Humble Home bundle which contains a stamp set and a punch. I have used it on a few Christmas cards pairing it with the Country Woods designer series paper collection.


The little houses are mounted on die cuts made with the Spotlight on Nature dies and the sentiment is stamped on a die cut made with the Perennial Postage Dies. 
The embossed background is created with the new online exclusive 3D folder called Modern Herringbone.


Supplies:
Humble Home
Memento Black, Pebbled Path ink
Stampin' Write Markers
Perennial Postage Dies
Spotlight on Nature Dies
Country Woods dsp
Modern Herringbone 3D embossing folder


Create rustic yet sophisticated paper crafts with the Country Woods 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper! The wood designs in this paper are great for all crafting occasions. You can dress it up into something elegant, or dress it down for something shabby and chic. The eye-popping colors matched with the wood designs give a “there’s no place like home” feeling.

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Basic Beige, Basic Gray, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Pecan Pie, Petal Pink, Pool Party, Smoky Slate, Wild Wheat

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.
Don’t underestimate the Spotlight on Nature Dies! These circular dies come in a variety of shapes, which you can use to add depth and dimension to your all-occasion cards, turn into gift tags, make frames, or layer for a bold creation. With beautiful detailing around the die perimeter, these basic shapes are a perfect addition to any paper craft, no matter the season, reason, or occasion, and pair well with sentiments and other stamp designs.

* 12 dies
* Largest die: 3-7/8" (9.8 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Dies help you create unique die-cut 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.
The Humble Home Bundle includes the Humble Home Stamp Set and the Humble Home Punch. Also available in French.

Build lovely home tags and cards with the Humble Home Bundle. Create unique homes by switching up the colors and textures you use with the stamp images. Then cut out your works of art using the punch. Elevate your card fronts by lifting different punch elements off the page using Stampin’ Dimensionals for a 3D effect.

HUMBLE HOME PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET
Make a little house a little home with the Humble Home Stamp Set! Stamp the house image, then color and decorate until it becomes a home you love. Add it to card fronts for house-warming occasions and thank you cards. Or make it a tag for holiday gifts with the included wreath and Christmas sentiments.
* 14 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, d

HUMBLE HOME BUILDER PUNCH
Make sweet little homes with the Humble Home Builder Punch. Simply punch the designs from cardstock, then color and decorate to make homes for card fronts and gift tags. This punch features multiple images in one punch, including a house, heart, window square, and small circle.
* 1 punch
* Largest image: 1-7/8" x 1-7/8" (4.8 x 4.8 cm)

Our coordinated craft bundles save you time and money! Buy the bundle and save 10% off the price of buying the stamp and tool separately. Plus, bundles will help you quickly cut out stamped images for a single project or create multiples of the same project with ease.

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Birthday Wishes

This card uses different patterns from the Iconic Celebrations designer series paper and the Season of Elegance Specialty designer series paper on top of the Wild Wheat card stock base.


The sentiment is from the Seasonal Branches stamp set and the die cut is made with the Stylish Shapes dies. I thought this combination of colors and patterns would make a nice masculine birthday card option.


Supplies:
Seasonal Branches
Cajun Craze ink
Wild Wheat, Pecan Pie, Very Vanilla card stock
Iconic Celebrations dsp
Season of Elegance specialty paper
Stylish Shapes dies

Add a touch of elegance to your crafts with the Season of Elegance 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper. Featuring beautiful gold foil along with textured backgrounds in neutral and Christmas colors, this paper was hand painted to give your projects an artistic look, great for the Christmas season and even beyond! Use it as background on a card front and add the die cuts, images and greetings of your choice to complete your projects.

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Basic Beige, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, gold, Gray Granite, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock, Real Red

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.


Labels and circles and squares, oh my! Layer to your heart's content with the Stylish Shapes Dies. This set has 15 dies with stitched edges that are perfect for sentiments of every size. Take advantage of the negative and positive space and turn these 15 dies into 30! Create interesting borders and layered looks as you mix and match these shapes. Take your cards, tags, and paper crafts to the next level with one simple die set!

* 15 dies
* Largest die: 3" x 3" (7.6 x 7.6 cm)
* Use with a Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
* Compatible with the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Dies help you create unique die-cut 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.

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I am a mom, wife, farmer and Stampin' Up! demonstrator from North Dakota. I love to stamp and scrapbook and share ideas with others so I thought I would try out a blog. Hope you enjoy it!