Watch as a September–December Catalog sneak peek meets one of August’s most beautiful papers in this elegant fall card. I used the Painted Pumpkins Bundle that includes the Decorative Masks to create the softly shaded pumpkins, then added a distressed brick design ...
White-on-white cardmaking is anything but plain when every layer earns its place! The Stampin’ Up!® Framed Violets Bundle brings the focal point to life with periwinkle blossoms framed by crisp scalloped ovals, while touches of warm gold and flowing ribbon give ...
Three personality-packed crows are making themselves right at home in this cornfield, turning an already detailed fall card into one you can’t help but smile at. Made with the Stampin’ Up!® Fun for All Bundle, this handmade card layers cornstalks, hay bales, a ...
Flower-filled birthday cards take center stage in this July Paper Pumpkin tutorial, but I’m also opening the door to Christmas with a first look at select Designer Series Paper, ribbon, and embellishments from the Stampin’ Up!® September–December 2026 Catalog. ...
Hot foiling adds the kind of brilliant metallic detail that immediately elevates a handmade card—and the new Stampin’ Up!® Hot Foil System makes the process remarkably approachable. These gleaming gold butterflies were the results of my very first attempt, and I ...
Some cardmaking projects look far more complicated than they really are—and that's exactly what you'll discover with the Gilded Gallery Kit. Featuring soft watercolor florals, a delicate bird, elegant gold accents, and beautifully coordinated layers, this ...
There’s something about a scarecrow card that instantly feels warm, welcoming, and ready for fall cardmaking. Today’s fall scarecrow card tutorial uses the Stampin’ Up! Fun for Fall Bundle with a hand-colored scarecrow, a linen-look paper layer, and a clean layout ...
A well-organized craft room makes cardmaking so much more enjoyable. When your ink pads, cardstock, stamps, dies, markers, and tools are easy to see and easy to reach, you can spend less time searching and more time creating.That’s why I’m excited to ...
Today’s card idea pairs soft florals with a bold black background for a look that feels both sweet and dramatic. In this Stampin' Up!® Framed Violets Bundle card tutorial, I’ll show you how layered patterned paper, die-cut violets, and a simple focal point come ...
A handmade beach card is a wonderful way to send a little sunshine, especially when it feels like the best seat by the water is waiting right there on the front. For this card, I used the Stampin' Up!® Relaxing Waterside Bundle with Scenic Coast Designer Series ...
The July Online Exclusives from Stampin’ Up!® are here, and this release is filled with fresh cardmaking supplies for summer cards, floral handmade cards, fall crafting, Christmas cardmaking, tags, treat packaging, and more. Online Exclusives are not shown in a ...
A quick heads-up for my paper crafting friends: Stamp-N-Storage is offering 2-day free shipping on Magnet Cards and Storage Pockets, and there is no minimum order required! This special is only available June 29–30, so it’s a great time to restock the organizing ...
The June Paper Pumpkin Bikes & Blooms Kit brings together bicycle rides, flower baskets, butterflies, and twine accents for three handmade cards that feel like a fresh summer breeze. In today’s video, I’m making the cards just as designed so you can see ...
One intricate floral die-cut sets the stage for this handmade card, but the smaller details give the design its wonderful depth. Using the Fragrant Layers Bundle, an Online Exclusive from Stampin’ Up!®, I added embossed Peaceful Pine leaves, raised Hydrangea Hue ...
The Shaded Petals Kit from Stampin’ Up!® is one of those floral card kits that becomes even more impressive as you assemble it. At first glance, the soft flowers, gold foil accents, and layered pieces look wonderfully detailed, but after making a second set of ...
Highland cow cards are having a moment, and this handmade Highland cow birthday card is a sweet way to bring that charm into your cardmaking. The Wild Bunch Stamp Set from Stampin’ Up!® makes it easy to create a cheerful greeting card with personality, especially ...
Make a layered handmade Christmas card with plaid, pine, and gold accents using the Stampin’ Up!® Christmas Greenery Bundle—watch the step-by-step tutorial.
Today, Saturday, June 13, is the final day for Stampin’ Up! FREE shipping on orders of $75 or more. It’s a great time to order the cardmaking supplies on your wish list before the special ends tonight, June 13.This is the last day to take advantage of ...
The Washes of Gratitude Kit makes it easy to create soft watercolor thank-you cards without stamping, coloring, or gathering a long list of supplies. This all-inclusive Stampin’ Up!® cardmaking kit includes everything needed to make 8 handmade cards, 4 each of 2 ...
Free shipping is back—just in time to stock up on the crafty must-haves you reach for again and again! From Thursday, June 11, through Saturday, June 13, you’ll get FREE Shipping on orders of $75+ (before tax) when you order with Stampin’ Up!®. No coupon. No code. ...
Butterfly cards are often soft, colorful, and sweet—but this black-and-white butterfly card proves they can also be polished, striking, and beautifully refined. For my Tuesday night live stream, I used the Stampin’ Up!® All Aflutter Bundle to create a ...
Stamp-N-Storage is kicking off its Mega Sale June 9–15, 2026, and it’s a good time to look over your craft room wish list. Whether you need better paper storage, stamp storage, ink organization, or a more functional creative space, this sale gives you several ways ...
The Pretty Party Kit from Stampin’ Up!® takes balloon birthday cards in a softer, prettier direction. Instead of the bright primary colors we often expect with party cards, these designs use pastel balloons, gold accents, and polished details for handmade birthday ...
This delicate handmade floral card is just so pretty with its graceful rose focal point, vellum scallop layer, and soft, polished details. In last night’s video, I demonstrated how the Stampin’ Up!® Boutique Blooms Bundle and Scalloped Blooms Bundle work together ...
Stamp-N-Storage is offering FREE shipping Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30 on all orders shipping within the 48 domestic U.S. states. No code is needed—free shipping will automatically apply at checkout.While the name of the special is “Free ...
During today’s Casual Friday live stream, I demonstrated the three peaceful card designs from the Stampin’ Up!® Serene Scenes Kit, and this kit has such a cool feature—the scenic artwork is printed on watercolor paper. That gives each handmade card the soft look ...
Crafters like to work ahead, especially when holiday paper crafting is on the horizon. The July Online Exclusives from Stampin’ Up!® are arriving at just the right time to help you get a jump start on fall cards, Halloween treats, Christmas tags, holiday cards, ...
Last night’s live stream featured a beautiful handmade card made with the new Stampin’ Up!® Phrases & Frames Bundle and the new Impressions Plate from the May–August 2026 Catalog. I demonstrated how the Impressions Dies work with the plate to add soft, pressed ...
I demonstrated the three cheerful card designs from the May 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit: Sparkling Celebrations during today’s Casual Friday live stream. This festive kit features glowing lanterns, colorful fireworks, and party lights—perfect for birthdays, ...
The Stamp-N-Storage Memorial Day Sale is here, and it’s a great time to save on craft room organization!From May 22–25, 2026, Stamp-N-Storage is offering 15% off storewide, which makes this a smart time to invest in storage pieces that help make your paper ...
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