Friday, September 26, 2025

Sincere Sympathy

I really like the Peace on Earth stamp set and all the different sentiments that it has, I chose the sympathy one for this card and paired it with the coordinating Peaceful Garden designer series paper.


I used the retired Absolutely Argle embossing folder in the background and a retired die to cut the sentiment layer.


Supplies:
Peace on Earth
Secret Sea ink
Basic White, Secret Sea card stock
Peaceful Garden designer series paper
retired Absolutely Argyle embossing folder
retired die

When you need the right words, reach for the Peace on Earth Stamp Set. With this sentiment-only stamp set, you can create messages for Christmas, thinking of you, and sympathy. Combine two sentiments to make the perfect message for your card, tag, or scrapbook page. You’ll find reasons to use this stamp set throughout the year.

DETAILS
- 9 photopolymer stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, d, h
- 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 cling and photopolymer stamps.
- Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.

Create handcrafted cards and more in soft colors and serene designs. The Peaceful Garden 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper has dove and greenery images on one side of the paper with complementary tone-on-tone washes on the other. It’s perfect for holiday crafting or for crafting projects all year long.

DETAILS
- 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
- 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
- Acid free
- Lignin free
- Colors: Basic Beige, Cloud Cover, Crumb Cake, Misty Moonlight, Pecan Pie, 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.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar


Doesn't this sound like fun? Every day of the calendar will have exclusive products - this would make a great gift for the crafter in your life, but it is only available while supplies last!


Introducing the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar, a brand-new calendar full of products you can craft with all year long! Every day of this calendar contains never-before-seen dies, paper, embellishments, and even more items you won’t find in any of our catalogs or in our online store, so make sure to buy one before they’re all gone. And did we mention that these make the perfect gifts for that friend in your life who loves to craft? After all, there’s nothing better than giving the gift of crafting! We only have a limited number of calendars in store, so don’t wait!



Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Let's Celebrate

This is another card I have used in a Stamp A Stack or two using the Cheers and Sips stamp set and coordinating Celebratory Sips designer series paper.


I love the color combinations in the paper and there are many designs that really don't have any drink images on them so the paper can be used for lots of different cards or projects.
I added a few of the Strawberry Slush and Pretty in Pink Gems for accents.


Supplies:
Cheers and Sips
Memento Black, Coastal Cabana ink
Stampin' Blends
Basic White, Blackberry Bliss card stock
Celebratory Sips dsp
Strawberry Slush and Pretty in Pink Gems

Infuse your crafts with whimsical watercolors, fruity florals, and garnishes galore with the Celebratory Sips 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper! This patterned paper features fruit, flowers, and summer-inspired drink designs.

DETAILS
- 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
- 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
- Acid free
- Lignin free
- Colors: Berry Burst, Blackberry Bliss, Bubble Bath, Cloud Cover, Daffodil Delight, Lemon Lime Twist, Old Olive, Peach Pie, Pretty in Pink, Secret Sea, Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger
- Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products

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.
Clink your glasses together and celebrate with the Cheers & Sips Stamp Set! This stamp set features buildable drink images with two styles of glasses and a variety of garnishes to make a favorite drink! Stamp the images in a single ink, then color with your favorite coloring technique.

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.

DETAILS
- 20 photopolymer stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, d, h
- Two-Step
- Also available in French
- Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products

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 cling and photopolymer stamps.
- Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.


Monday, September 22, 2025

September Paper Pumpkin kit

Below is the unboxing video of the September Paper Pumkin kit - it makes some really beautifully fall themed cards. While you cannot order this one, you can sign up for next month's surprise right here.


Get creativity delivered to you with Paper Pumpkin, Stampin’ Up!’s monthly crafting subscription kit. Each all-inclusive kit comes with everything you need to create fun all-occasion or seasonal handcrafted projects—precut paper pieces, stamps, ink, embellishments, adhesives, and step-by-by-step instructions (contents vary depending on the kit). Kits autoship monthly, but if you need to take a break, you can skip a month. Crafting has never been so fun and convenient!

Plus, as a subscriber, you can buy refills, past kits, and add-ons (when available) and connect with your Paper Pumpkin community to share projects and ideas.

Select the Pay As You Go option to be billed monthly; you can cancel anytime. Or select the Prepay option if you want to receive kits for a specific number of months; you’ll be billed the entire amount now.

Friday, September 19, 2025

Keeping Traditions

Did you know Stampin Up! has scrapbooking kits to help you record your memories? Below is an example of one of the kits, this one is called Keeping Traditions


There are instructions to recreate three two-page layouts using the items in the kit, or you can do your own thing and make 
it more unique.


All the products have coordinating colors and will also match with all of Stampin' Up!'s other products.


This is just one of the fun kits Stampin' Up! has to offer, you can find the others here.


Aren't these pages fun? 


Relive the joy of the holidays with the Keeping Traditions Scrapbooking Workshop Kit! This kit makes three gorgeous two-page layouts with festive papers, traditional Christmas designs, and charming embellishments. Try the optional glitter brush technique featured in this kit with the additional products listed below!

DETAILS
- Makes three two-page scrapbook spreads
- Page size: 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
- Colors: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Pool Party, Real Red, Secret Sea

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Step-by-step instructions
- 10 sheets of Designer Series Paper
- 5 sheets of Two-Tone Cardstock
- 2 sheets of White Willow Cardstock
- 3 sheets of printed stickers and precut images
- Photo placeholders

ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS NEEDED (sold separately)
- 104430 Stampin’ Dimensionals
- 152813 Stampin' Seal
- 152392 Paper Trimmer
- 103579 Paper Snips Scissors
- 147090 Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad (optional)
- 141897 Wink of Stella Glitter Brush (optional)
- 110755 Multipurpose Liquid Glue (optional)

SCRAPBOOKING WORKSHOP KITS
- Are predesigned projects that come in a range of project types.
- Are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects.
- Are available while supplies last.

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Happy for You

The Cutest Onesie bundle makes it so easy to put together cute baby cards! For this card, I paired the bundle with the retired Linked Together stamp set, Neutrals designer series paper and Beautiful Bokeh designer series paper.


The stamped sentiments are all stamped with Pecan Pie ink and the embellishments are retired.


Supplies:
Linked Together, Cutest Onesie
Basic White cardstock
Pecan Pie ink
Neutrals designer series paper 
Beautiful Bokeh designer series paper
Cutest Onesie dies
retired embellishments


he Cutest Onesie Bundle includes the Cutest Onesie Stamp Set and the Cutest Onesie Dies. Also available in French.

The stamp images and dies coordinate so you can create quick and easy paper onesies elements for all your baby-themed projects like cards, tags, and scrapbook pages. Use the dies to cut out the stamped onesie and layer it with the hanger die-cut element. Or mix and match stamped hearts, stars, and clouds with a die-cut rattle, or 1, 2, 3 numbers. With so much flexibility and creative options, you’ll be able to use this classic baby-themed bundle for years to come!

CUTEST ONESIE PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET
Wish lots of joy to new parents using the Cutest Onesie Stamp Set. This open line-art stamp set is easy to customize! Stamp the onesie image and accessory elements to create a whole wardrobe of adorable babywear! Go for the classic white onesie with the pocket (what do babies put in those pockets anyway?) or go for something with more colors, stars, clouds, or hearts. This onesie is easy to color using your favorite coloring techniques. You can also mix and match the sentiments to customize the message for each recipient. Sentiments can be stamped either stacked or as a longer greeting.
* 12 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): c, h

CUTEST ONESIE DIES
Create quick and easy onesies for paper crafting projects with the Cutest Onesie Dies. Use this sweet baby-inspired die set to wish joy to new parents by making cards and tags or to accessorize baby-themed scrapbook pages. Cut out onesies using cardstock for solid-colored options. For more options and variety, cut onesies out of any of our Designer Series Papers for babywear that’s unique and colorful. Accessorize your onesies using the hanger, rattle, or 1, 2, 3 number dies. You’ll have so much fun creating a full wardrobe of outfits for all your baby projects!
* 5 dies
* Largest die: 1-7/8" x 2" (4.8 x 5.1 cm)
* Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine
* Compatible with the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

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.
ake a look at this paper with florals and artistic wash designs in 10 colors! Our Neutrals 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper comes in small sheets that are ideal for handmade cards, mini scrapbook albums, and colorful accents—cut them with our dies and punches for quick and easy embellishments.

DETAILS
- 40 sheets: 4 each of 2 double-sided designs in 10 colors
- Each sheet is a single color
- 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm)
- Acid free
- Lignin free
- Colors: Basic Gray, Blackberry Bliss, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Pecan Pie, Smoky Slate

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.


Wednesday, September 17, 2025

One Day Only

Have you ever found yourself staring at multiple stamp sets and stamp tools unable to decide which one to get? Well, we’ve got great news for you! On September 18, you can get all the stamps and stamp tools you’ve been wanting at an amazing 15% discount. Act fast—this stamp-tacular sale only lasts for one day!


Details:

  • This stamp sale only happens once a year!
  • The sale will run for 24 hours.
  • The 15% discount will apply to all stamps and stamp tools.
  • Bundles are not included in this sale.
  • Stamp sets and tools are only available while supplies last.
  • See and shop all qualifying products in the online store.

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

World Card Making Day

Join Stampin' Up!'s free virtual event in celebration of World Card Making Day, our favorite day of the year! During this event you will:

  • Celebrate the art of cardmaking.
  • Learn new stamping techniques.
  • Craft along with the presenters and create beautiful, heartfelt cards that you can send out.
  • Connect with fellow stampers.

You can register for the event here, registration is free and all who sign up will receive a gift after the event is over!


One of the best parts about this event is the opportunity to craft together! This year we’re going to create cards using the Handmade & Heartfelt Kit, an all-inclusive product that comes with everything you need to make 10 lovely, all-occasion cards.

Item: Handmade & Heartfelt Kit (166213)

Includes: A stamp set, 10 cards and envelopes, a card organizer, shaped labels, twine, glitter adhesive, embellishments, a mini–ink pad

Ordering Begins: September 3, 2025

Click here to shop the kit.

Kits are only available while supplies last, so be sure to order ASAP! And you’ll want to order early to make sure you get it in time for the event!




Monday, September 15, 2025

Very Sorry

I always hate to cover up the embossed butterfly images when I made cards with the Beautiful Butterflies hybrid embossing folder. For this card, I used that folder on Soft Sea Foam card stock and then added a piece of Neutrals designer series paper on the corner.


I used a couple of images from the Beautiful Butterflies stamp set on the square piece of designer series paper and added my sentiment from the Prairie Grass stamp set on a die cut made with the Perennial Postage dies. There are also a few Brass Butterflies 
added for accents.


Supplies:
Beautiful Butterflies, Prairie Grass
Boho Blue, Soft Sea Foam, Early Espresso ink
Basic White, Soft Sea Foam card stock
Neutrals designer series paper
Perennial Postage dies
Brass Butterflies
Hybrid Beautiful Butterflies embossing folder

Take a look at this paper with florals and artistic wash designs in 10 colors! Our Neutrals 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper comes in small sheets that are ideal for handmade cards, mini scrapbook albums, and colorful accents—cut them with our dies and punches for quick and easy embellishments.

DETAILS
- 40 sheets: 4 each of 2 double-sided designs in 10 colors
- Each sheet is a single color
- 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm)
- Acid free
- Lignin free
- Colors: Basic Gray, Blackberry Bliss, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Pecan Pie, Smoky Slate

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.
Bring a gentle, heartfelt touch to your projects with the Prairie Grass Stamp Set, featuring delicate prairie grass images and thoughtful sympathy sentiments. Ideal for conveying care and support, these stamps help you create handmade cards that resonate warmth and compassion.

DETAILS
- 8 cling stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, f, h

CLING STAMPS
- Are premium rubber stamps with 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.


The Beautiful Butterflies Hybrid Embossing Folder is a great way to bring fluttery, delicate designs to your paper crafts! With bold butterfly shapes, wings, and label pieces, you can die cut unique butterflies that dance across cards or add butterfly background details to scrapbook pages. One of the dies cuts out a folded butterfly-shaped card. Cut it out, then layer an embossed butterfly on top for depth.

* 1 embossing folder
* Embossing folder size: 6" x 6-1/4" (15.2 x 15.9 cm)
* 12 dies
* Largest die: 4" x 3" (10.2 x 7.6 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.

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Congratulations

The Impressions Abloom stamp set gives you the option to use the two step stamping technique for the flower images. I have done that on this card using lots of different ink colors.


The sentiment is created with the More Messages bundle, and you can see the details of that bundle below. It helps you create many different sentiments at once with one impression and one die cut. I also added a few 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls for accents.


Supplies:
Impressions Abloom, More Messages
Daffodil Delight, Pretty Peacock, Strawberry Slush, Berry Burst, Timid Tiger, Peach Pie, Lemon Lolly, Basic Gray ink
Daffodil Delight, Strawberry Slush, Basic White card stock
More Messages die
2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls

Sometimes the perfect words just don’t come to mind. Our More Messages Bundle is here to help you find the right expression for any occasion. This versatile bundle includes our More Messages Stamp Set with a variety of common greetings and sentiments, along with the coordinating More Messages Dies that create stunning backdrops for your text.

DETAILS
- Includes the More Messages Stamp Set and More Messages Die
- 1 photopolymer stamp
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): f
- 1 die: 4-3/16" x 6" (10.6 x 15.2 cm)
- Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)

BUNDLES
- Save you time and 10% off the price of buying the stamp and tool separately!
- Quickly cut out stamped images for a single project.
- Make creating multiples of the same project easy!
Say it with flowers and a touch of creativity using the Impressions Abloom Stamp Set. This charming collection features vibrant flowers, lush greenery, and heartfelt sentiments for creating beautiful handmade cards and crafts. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and thank-you notes, this versatile stamp set will inspire you to let your creativity bloom.

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.

DETAILS
- 17 photopolymer stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, d, h
- Also available in French
- Two-Step
- Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products

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 cling and photopolymer stamps.
- Have images on the spine of the case for easy storage and quick reference.


Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Make A Wish

This card has been in the rotation of my last couple of Stamp A Stacks using the Birthday Celebrations stamp set.


We used the coordinating Wildflower Birthday designer series paper as well as a retired embossing folder. The die cut is made with the Stylish Shapes dies and the embellishments are the Rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots.


Supplies:
Birthday Celebrations
Coastal Cabana ink
Basic White, Night of Navy, Bubble Bath card stock
Stylish Shapes dies
Retired embossing folder
Rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots

The Wildflower Birthday 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper is full of designs that are ready to party! You get 10 sheets of double-sided designs, some with party designs, some with all-purpose designs, and some with tags. You also get 2 sheets of ready-to-use die cuts. This paper is perfect for card making, scrapbooking, and other crafting.

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 5 double-sided designs, 2 each of 1 single-sided sheet of die cuts
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Blueberry Bushel, gold, Old Olive, Peach Pie, Pool Party, Pretty in Pink, Soft Sea Foam

This paper crafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more! Ask your demonstrator about coordinating products.
ay happy birthday in the most wonderful way with the Birthday Celebration Stamp Set! Combine images to create customized ages and messages. Finish with festive banners or flowers stamped in multiple hues for colorful cards and scrapbook pages. Also available in French.

* 19 photopolymer stamps
* Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, 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.


Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Love and Courage

Stampin' Up! always has a stamp set for which they donate money to charitable organizations for each product purchased. Right now, it is the Love and Courage stamp set and for every set purchased, Stampin' Up! will donate $3 to breast cancer organizations.



The Love & Courage Stamp Set is made for those affected by breast cancer. For moments when words matter most, these stamps help you create cards that honor both the fighters and the friends who stand by them. Express love, support, encouragement, solidarity, gratitude, and appreciation in a meaningful way with the breast cancer sentiments and images in this stamp set.

With each purchase of the Love & Courage Stamp Set, we’ll donate $3 to support the fight against breast cancer around the world. We hope you’ll join us in making a difference this holiday season.

DETAILS
- 8 cling stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, e, h
- Also available in French

CLING STAMPS
- Are premium rubber stamps with 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.

Monday, September 8, 2025

Not Alone

In addition to some great background images, the Prairie Grass stamp set has some really good sentiments as well. I have used the stamp set on this card pairing it with a couple different designer series paper collections.


The grass image is stamped on a piece of designer series paper from the Beautiful Gallery collection and the two other patterns on the card are from the Woven Textures collection. 


Supplies:
Prairie Grass
Pecan Pie ink
Basic Beige, Pecan Pie, Early Espresso card stock
Woven Textures dsp
Beautiful Gallery dsp

Weave natural elements and organic textures into your crafts with the Woven Textures 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper! This paper set features a variety of woven materials and designs in different natural hues. Use entire sheets as backgrounds for scrapbook layouts or cut apart the designs for card making elements.

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 3 each of 4 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Basic Beige, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Gray Granite, Pecan Pie

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

Bring a gentle, heartfelt touch to your projects with the Prairie Grass Stamp Set, featuring delicate prairie grass images and thoughtful sympathy sentiments. Ideal for conveying care and support, these stamps help you create handmade cards that resonate warmth and compassion.

DETAILS
- 8 cling stamps
- Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, f, h

CLING STAMPS
- Are premium rubber stamps with 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.



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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!