Happy Tuesday, hope you had an enjoyable long holiday weekend. We had some good meals and pool time, we even washed the dogs – now that was an adventure! Today’s card is a “case” from the annual catalog with products from the Countryside Inn Suite Collection. What is “case” you might ask? Case stands for “Copy and Share… Read More: Countryside Inn Suite »

Happy Sunday! Hope your weekend is going well. Last night was filet mignon with corn on the cob and potatoes on the flattop. We have a Blackstone Griddle and just love it! Today’s card features the Circle Sayings Bundle, along with the colors Balmy Blue and Lemon Lolly for a summer scene. Card specifics: The Balmy Blue card… Read More: Warm Hello »

Hard to believe it’s the start of the last weekend of summer, boy did the time go fast! So, what are your plans for the weekend? It’s going to be in the 90’s here – so pool time for me and some bar-b-que ribs! Today is the perfect time for a bright & cheerful card and why not… Read More: Share a Milkshake »

Don’t forget today is the last day of the Kit Sale (10-30% off) and final day to redeem any $5 coupons earned in July. For the last post this month, I decided on a fun birthday card featuring the following products: Zany Zoo Bundle Zoo Crew 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper Ribbon Duo Combo Pack Nested Essential… Read More: Reminders & Zany Zoo Card »

Happy Tuesday! Today I have a Pinwheel card for you. The card is a fun way to use up some of those small pieces of designer series (patterned) paper or even use card stock and emboss them. Pinwheel Part Measurements: 2 pieces of Coastal Cabana – 2 5/8″ x 2 5/8″ Designer Series Paper – 4 each of 2… Read More: Pinwheel card »

Reminder – can save up to 30% on amazing kits from the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! What are you waiting for? Start shopping, crafting, and selling! This is a limited time offer that ends August 31, 2023. If you are preparing for the Christmas holiday, there are 2 great tag kits: Festive Tags: Love, Santa Then, there… Read More: Kit Sale reminder »

Today I have the cards I’ll be sending any of my Sunday Stampers that placed an order in August. We did not meet this month as I was on vacation in Gatlinburg, TN with 11 other ladies. We all have a wonderful time! Featured Products this Month: 2023-2025 In-Color Card stock, Designer Series Paper, and Dots Double Oval… Read More: Aug23 Sunday Stampers »

Merry Christmas, hard to believe only 4 months until Christmas, where does the time go? Today I have two cards and a tag for you featuring some of the new products from the September – December 2023 Mini Catalog that goes live September 6th. A Walk in the Forest 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper #162377 Merriest Trees… Read More: Merry Christmas in August! »

Let the good times roll with handmade cards and gift tags! There’s something for every season of the year! Use the Trucking Along Stamp Set to build and load a truck with flowers, trees, gifts, and more. This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with… Read More: Summer Trucking . . . »

Express your love and gratitude in elegant style with the September Paper Pumpkin Kit inspired by Shelli! This kit includes eight treat packages (you can also use for small gifts) and eight miniature note cards with matching envelopes and specialty gold foil embellishments. Whether you’re needing a hostess gift, a sweet surprise for dinner guests, or have another… Read More: September Paper Pumpkin »

Today I’m featuring a card using the Natures Print Stamp Set and a new to me watercolor technique. The technique uses one of the Stampin’ Up! Silicone Crafts Mat (pictured below) and a Stampin’ Spritzer filled with water. With this technique: Use ink pads to add ink directly on to the silicone mat. Spritz ink with water. Ink your… Read More: Watercolor Natures Print »

Happy Friday, tomorrow I return from my girl’s trip to Gatlinburg. Wonder if my husband and dogs missed me? Bet there is some cleaning happening right now at home. Thought I would share a 5¼” x 5¼” square fancy looking fun fold card, that has not one, but two 3″ x 6″ cards attached to it. I’ve even… Read More: Square Fun Fold card »

Now doesn’t that envelope look cute. How many times to do remember to stamp your envelope? If you are like me, not enough, so I’m mentioning now! Today I have an easy envelope card for you. Card Basics: Calypso Coral card base – 4¼” x 5½” Petal Pink card stock (inside) – 5¼” x 8″, scored at 4″… Read More: Easy Envelope card »

Happy Monday, hope you had a good weekend. Today I thought I would share with you a card featuring a Designer Series Paper 3″ x 3″ square.  The card can be simple, just add a greeting or add stamped, die cut or punched out elements to jazz up the card front. Basic card specifics: Card base 5½” x… Read More: 3″ x 3″ Focal Square Card »

Happy Saturday! Hope all is well. Today I leave for my weeklong vacation to Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg TN. I’m sharing a house with 5 friends from high school and 6 other girls. There is even a pool and hot tub on the lower level of the house. Current plan is to go to Dollywood and Anakeesta, I’m… Read More: Challenge Fun Fold »

Today I have a fun card for you featuring the Waves of Inspiration stamp set, coordinating Waves Dies and the Holographic Trio Specialty Paper. To create the look: First, stamp the images on a piece of Basic White card stock cut to 3¾” x 5″. I’ve used Azure Afternoon and Smoky Slate ink. I’ve used the Layering Leaves… Read More: Waves of Inspiration »

Simple card for today using the Cheerful Daisies Photopolymer Stamp set, part of the Cheerful Daisies bundle. I’ve teamed the stamp set up with the 2022-2024 In-Colors, along with the Holographic Trio Specialty Paper for my card. 2022 – 2024 In-Colors: Tahitian Tide Sweet Sorbet Orchid Oasis Starry Sky Parakeet Party Card base is Tahitian Tide and the… Read More: 2022-2024 In-Color Daisies »

Today I’m featuring a Monochromatic Card, everything is in the same color – have you ever made one? The hardest part for the card was deciding on a color, so I picked my favorite new 2023-2025 In-Color – Boho Blue. Card specifics: Boho Blue card stock base – 5½” x 8½” scored at 4¼” Designer Series Paper cut… Read More: Monochromatic Card »

Today I have a Triple Layer Fun Fold card for you. Card basics: Thick Basic White card stock base 4¼” x 11″, scored at 2½”, 3¾”, 6¾” and 8¼” 2 pieces of Copper Clay card stock 4″ x 4″, layered with 2 pieces of Designer Series Paper 3¾” x 3¾” 2 pieces of Copper Clay card stock 2½” x… Read More: Triple Layer Fun Fold Card »

Happy Wednesday, halfway through the week and preorder day for demonstrators! For the new September – December Mini Catalog, demonstrators get to preorder products early, just one of the perks of being a demonstrator. Look for some sneak peeks later in the month before the catalog goes live September 6, 2023. This past weekend I saw a few… Read More: Zoo Crew Gate Fold Flap Card »

Starting today from August 1 – 31, 2023 save up to 30% on amazing kits from the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! Stampin’ Up! paper crafting kits come with everything you need to create artistically designed handmade projects, including step-by-step instructions, precut pieces, and more. Choose the kit that’s right for you from an assortment of options designed… Read More: Stampin’ Up! Kits Sale »

Today is the last day to earn $5 coupons for every $50 product purchased in July, which are then redeemable in August 2023. Thought a new to me fun fold was perfect for today. Here are the card specifics: Card base 4¼” x 11″, scored at 5½” (top fold card) Cut 2¾” off of one of the sides.… Read More: New to me Fun Fold »

So, how’s your weekend going? I’ve tried twice to get some pool time in and out of know where the sky turned dark again, and it rains. That was a sign, and I did some crafting instead. Today’s card features the 2023-2025 In-Color Moody Mauve along with Gray Granite, but you could use Basic Gray or Smoky Slate… Read More: Natures Prints Stamp Set »

Happy Friday! Here is the northeast it’s hot and humid, perfect pool weather, if even the water is warm.  I thought a seashell card would make me think of the beach! Season of Chic Photopolymer Stamp Set and Chic Dies, along with the Deckled Rectangle Dies make this card easy to create. Any color combination will work, here… Read More: Season of Chic – Summer »

Merry Christmas in July! Today I’m featuring three cards made with the One Horse Open Sleigh 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper.  A mix of double-sided images, both scenic and patterned, make it ideal for layering, die cutting, and for setting the scene on a card front. First up is a card featuring a 3″ x 4½” piece… Read More: Merry Christmas in July! »

Hard to believe five months from now is Christmas Eve 2023! Where has the time gone? Today I have a fun card for you featuring the Celebrate with Tags Stamp Set. Card features three of my favorite colors: Pool Party Lost Lagoon Pretty Peacock Just start in the middle and randomly stamp away, twisting the turning the stamp… Read More: Merry Christmas Eve in July! »

Looking for a bright and cheerful birthday card? Today I’m sharing a quick and easy fun fold birthday card featuring products from the Bright & Beautiful Suite. Card specifics: Lemon Lime Twist card base 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 2 1/8″ and 4 1/4″ (or just fold the card in half, then fold one of the… Read More: Beautiful Balloons »

Discover messages of friendship and loyalty in the flowers from the August Paper Pumpkin Kit! This kit includes 8 cards, 4 each of 2 designs, and 8 coordinating envelopes. The kit is special because of the way it uses the meaning of flowers. On each card, you’ll find a small inscription of what the flowers represent. As you… Read More: August 2023 Paper Pumpkin »

Find yourself staring at multiple stamp sets from the 2023–2024 Annual Catalog and can’t decide which ones to get? You won’t have to stare for much longer because today you can get those stamp sets you’ve been wanting at a 15% discount! This is definitely a deal you don’t want to miss out on. Sale specifics: Sale will… Read More: 24 Hour Stamp Sale! »

Today I have something different for you, packaging. Stampin’ Up! Designer Series Paper is wonderful to either decorate an existing box or to make your own packaging. First up is a designer paper wrap for a package of chocolate covered pretzels. Measured the pretzels, cut a piece of designer paper, wrapped around for placement, sealed the bottom then… Read More: How about packaging ideas? »