If you are ever looking for a quick easy craft to use as part of a handmade gift or to sell at a craft fair, today’s blog post is for you! First up is a covered composition notebook. Click here for a link to the one at Dollar Tree, or if you are like me, stock up when… Read More: How about a fancy note pad? »

Happy Saturday, today I’m on my way to Memphis for a visit to Graceland with a group of girlfriends! First up is a sunburst card. Cut Designer Series Paper to 2″ x 5″, then cut on the diagonal, left top to right bottom. Using a piece of Basic White or colored card stock cut to the desired size,… Read More: Cute as a Bug cards »

Happy Thursday! I’m starting to pack for my long weekend getaway with the girls to Memphis for a visit to Graceland! How about an “Extraordinary Flora” card featuring the Party Banner Dies. Thank you for taking the time to stop by today, hopefully these projects have inspired you to try paper crafting. When you place an order for… Read More: Extraordinary Bundle Card »

One of this month’s Sunday Stamper cards used Raised Strips of designer series paper to create the main focal image on the card front. Specifics about the card: Piece of designer series paper that can be cut into ½” strips, or the width desired for below cards 4″ x 5¼” and 5″ x 3¾” Mat same size as… Read More: new trend – Raised Strips Card »

Hi there, hope your weekend is going well. I’m preparing for my girl’s trip at the end of the week to Memphis to visit Graceland. Looking forward to seeing all the sites with my girls! Today my Sunday Stampers are meeting and here are the cards we will be making. Featured Products: Gears & Textures Bundle April 2026… Read More: Sunday Stamper Cards – Apr26 »

When the Stampin’ Up! May – August 2026 catalog goes live May 5th, five new 2026 – 2028 In-Colors will be available, while the 2024 – 2026 In-Colors go away. Today I’m sharing a card made with each of the new 2026 – 2028 In-Colors along with the upcoming Scalloped Blooms Bundle, Bloom Boutique Specialty Designer Series Paper,… Read More: 2026-2028 In-Colors »

For 3 days only (April 15–17) we’re offering 2x rewards on all purchases! Earn double rewards (2x rewards) for three days only, starting April 15, 2026. This offer applies to ALL products (excluding existing Paper Pumpkin subscriptions). All orders qualify once the rewards threshold of $20 USD. To participate, you must have a Stampin’ Up! account and be… Read More: April 15-17 = 2x Rewards! »

Sometimes you just need to let the designer series paper and dies do the work, today’s card does that. Cute as a Bug is the perfect suite to create this card. All the “bugs” are die cut from the paper using the coordinating dies. If dies still show as unavailable, they should be any day now. Petal card… Read More: Cute Bugs and a Fun Fold »

Today I have a sneak peek for you featuring the new Bloom Boutique Suite Collection from the upcoming Stampin’ Up! May – August 2026 catalog. Some people would call this a mega suite as there are two bundles included. Products in the collection: Bloom Boutique Suite Collection, #167657 – $135.50 Scalloped Blooms Bundle, #167647 – $53.00 Boutique Blossoms… Read More: Sunday Sneak Peek »

Happy April 1st and new Product of the Month! Give your card fronts and crafts a dainty touch with the Eyelet Blooms Die. Create delicate backgrounds with a hand-stitched look or layer pieces for a classic finish that works for any occasion. It’s eyelet magic for every card. The Eyelet Blooms Die is the exclusive Product of the… Read More: April Product of the Month »

Happy April 1st! Today’s card is perfect for using up some of your designer series paper scraps. Here’s what to do: Cut a bunch of paper strips anywhere from 1″ – 2″ wide and 5″ long Then use your trimmer to cut on the diagonal (top left to bottom right) Add to a piece of card stock or… Read More: Let’s use those paper scraps! »

Easter Joy Specialty Patterned Paper is not just for Easter. Spring into stamping with the Notes of Spring Stamp Set! Features adorable springtime animals like a deer, bunny, and duck, plus some delicate river plants.  Set includes a few all-occasion sentiments to complete your handmade cards for birthdays, thank-you, and more. The Notes of Spring Stamp Set is… Read More: Fun card using Easter Joy Specialty Designer Paper »

Frame your favorite memories and adventures with the Capturing Smiles Bundle. Travel photography-inspired stamps and snapshot-style scenes—including a cityscape, beach, and campsite—this set will evoke some serious travel nostalgia. Add a personal touch to cards and scrapbook pages with playful sentiments that complement your photos and make every memory picture perfect. Ready to say cheese and relive those… Read More: Capturing Smiles Bundle »

Currently one of my favorite designer series papers is the Delicate Dreams 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper. While currently out of stock, it’s due back in a few weeks. I’d suggest signing up for email notification when back so you can order some! How about a couple cards made while attending a scrapbook & craft weekend… Read More: Delicate Dreams Specialty DSP »

Happy Saturday, how about four cards featuring the Brushed with Beauty 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper. Share words of faith and encouragement with the Prayers & Promises Stamp Set. It features messages of sympathy, love, and support to help you create comforting cards for those who need them most. First card features a simple layout with a… Read More: Brushed with Beauty Suite »

Happy Sunday! Today my Sunday Stampers are meeting and I’m sharing their cards with you today. Featured products: Cutest Crew Bundle Forever Florals Bundle Delicate Dreams Specialty Designer Series Paper Delicate Designs Specialty Designer Series Paper Sweet Bug Bundle Cut as a Bug Designer Series Paper Ladybug Picnic 3D Embossing Folder First up is a card featuring the… Read More: March Sunday Stampers »

One of my favorite new bundles, Cutest Crew. The Cutest Crew Bundle brings together a cheerful cast of cats, dogs, and birds, ready to add charm to your handmade cards and paper crafts. Pair sweet sentiments with adorable line art critters to create playful scenes that brighten someone’s day. This bundle is all about sweet vibes, happy designs,… Read More: Dogs, Cats, Birds, oh my! »

Today I’m featuring cards using the Lovely & Beautiful Suite Collection. Featured Products include: Beautifully Celebrated Bundle (stamps and dies) Simply Beautiful Bundle (stamps and dies) Lovely & Beautiful Specialty 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper (due back in stock end of April) Beautifully Adorned Ephemera Pack (these are a nice thick vellum) The first card features the… Read More: Lovely & Beautiful Suite »

Today I’m featuring a few more cards using the Cute as a Bug Suite of products, which I’ll be using for one of my Sunday Stamper cards this month. Next Sunday those cards will be posted. Here are some additional ideas for cards using mainly the Cute as a Bug Designer Series Paper and Sweet Bugs Bundle (stamps… Read More: Cute as a Bug – part 2 »

Looking for a simple card to use up some designer series paper? Then today’s card is for you! Today’s card features the Hobby Haven Designer Series Paper and the Banner Sayings Punch Bundle. With the Hobby Haven 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper, you can bring your favorite pastimes to life. Charming illustrations inspired by baking, sewing,… Read More: Hobby Haven layered card »

Have you seen the Easter Joy Specialty 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper? This delightful patterned paper brings the charm of spring to your handmade cards and paper crafting projects. Features playful bunnies, Easter eggs, blooming flowers, and festive baskets, all with a hint of metallic foil shine. Paper Details: 12 – 12″ x 12″ sheets: 2 each… Read More: Easter Joy Specialty DSP »

Today Stampin’ Up! released a bunch of new On-Line Exclusive products and some new kits. Two of my favorites are the Forever Floral Bundle (stamps and dies) and the Delicate Dreams 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper (due back in stock in April). Don’t forget to sign up to be notified when the paper is back in… Read More: New On-line Exclusives! »

Welcome to March! After such a nice day here yesterday (over 60 degrees) it’s not expected to be over 37 degrees today! Today I’m featuring the Cute as a Bug Suite Collection of products. Create charming projects with picnic patterns and friendly bugs in a warm, garden-inspired color palette. Products include: Cute as a Bug 12″ x 12″… Read More: Cute as a Bug Suite – part 1 »

Happy Friday! Today I start my three-day weekend going to a local Scrapbook/Craft Event. I’m even going to stay at the hotel so I can enjoy the events with the ladies and the indoor pool! Yesterday a special group of us ladies got together for a Galentine’s Day! We had a lot of fun, and I took a… Read More: Galentine Day Card ! »

The Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper is the exclusive Product of the Month for February 2026! New exclusive products are released each month. With orders over $75 (after discounts and rewards) the product is $5.  There is a limit of one per customer. Colors in the paper include Darling Duckling, Flirty Flamingo, Granny Apple Green, Lost Lagoon, Misty… Read More: Feb26 Product of the Month »

Good morning & Happy Sunday!  Today my Sunday Stampers are meeting and I’m sharing their cards with you. Featured products: Pop-Up Petals Bundle (stamps and dies) Banner Sayings Bundle (stamps and punch) Words of Beauty Bundle (stamps and dies) Simply Beautiful Bundle (stamps and dies) Easter Joy 12” x 12” Specialty Designer Series Paper Lovely & Beautiful 12″… Read More: Feb26 Sunday Stampers »

Today I have three Z-Fold cards for you featuring products from the Turtle-y Cute Suite Collection of products. All of the cards are for a birthday for the kid at any age! First up is a Z-Fold card with a 2¼” strip used. There is relaxing turtle on the back, just waiting for you to write a note… Read More: Turtle-y Cute Suite Collection »

Happy Friday! Today here’s a quick card idea using the Square Snippets 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper. With all the patterns in this paper there are so many possibilities! Here’s a look at the paper.     Cut the 3″ x 3″ squares apart with a trimmer. Next, die cut the squares with a die from the… Read More: Square Snippets Designer Paper »

What is a book binding card you ask? Well, let me tell you. Specifics about the card: Card stock base 4 ¼” x 11″, scored at 4 ¼” and 5 ½” Mat for card front layer Designer Series Paper layer Greeting and decorations of your choice For the cards being shared today, the new Square Snippets Designer Series Paper… Read More: Book Binding Cards »

Did you get the January 2026 Product of the Month?  If so, here are a couple ideas for cards, if not think about it. Product of the Month is a new promotion Stampin’ Up! rolled out. Spend $75 USD in products in one order and for $5 you can purchase the product of the month. For January, product… Read More: Product of the Month – Jan26 »