Category Archives: Gallery

DIY Floral Card Making: Beautiful Thinking of You Card

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Today is a beautiful day in our area, and it has inspired me to create a lovely card featuring the warm fall colors of Cajun Craze, Old Olive, and Pecan Pie. Instructions: Layer the largest roses first, then add the leaves and smaller flowers around them to create a full bouquet look. Use Stampin’ Dimensionals behind the large image to add dimension and make them pop… Read More »

Watercolor Pears Friend Card Tutorial: Easy Mixed Media Cardmaking

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! BIG NEWS is coming October 1st from Stampin’ Up! Stay tuned to this blog for all the exciting details! There’s something as delightful as biting into a juicy pear – and that’s creating with our Perfectly Pears Stamp Set! This versatile collection features everything you need: whole and sliced pears, blossoms, stems, leaves, and delicate flowers, plus heartfelt sentiments that pair beautifully together. Whether you’re making… Read More »

Handmade with Love: Why Personal Birthday Cards Make All the Difference

In an age of instant everything, receiving something tangible that I made by hand feels special and rare. It breaks through the noise of countless digital messages. That’s why I make personal (and not necessarily Stampin’ Up! images) for my immediate family. Sydney is my granddaughter and she is very special to me. I printed this digital image (non-SU) directly from my computer for the main focal point. The patterned… Read More »

Autumn Gratitude: A Pumpkin-Perfect Thank You Card

Hello my Stampin’ Friends You can create stunning autumn projects with the Beautiful Pumpkins Bundle, featuring coordinating stamps and dies for creating dimensional pumpkins, leaves, and greenery. This versatile Two-Step Stampin’ set lets you layer multiple images for rich texture and depth, while the Distinktive stamp technology adds photo-realistic detail in a single step. Perfect for cards, scrapbook pages, and seasonal décor that captures the beauty of fall! This gorgeous… Read More »

Don’t Miss This! 24-Hour Stamp Sale – 15% Off Stamps and Stamping Tools September 18th

Have you ever stood there staring at a bunch of stamp sets and tools, completely torn about which ones to buy? Well, do we have some fantastic news for you! This Wednesday, September 18th, you can snag all those stamps and stamping tools you’ve been eyeing at an incredible 15% off. But here’s the catch—you’ll need to move quickly because this stamp-tacular deal is only around for one day! Shop… Read More »

Dimensional Die-Cutting Meets Watercolor Art

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! I finally got around to using this stamp set bundle, and I don’t know why I waited so long!” Indulge your creative side with our Perfectly Pears Bundle—a harmonious blend of vintage elegance and modern design. This exquisite set includes stamps featuring delicate pear blossoms, luscious fruits, graceful leaves, and timeless sentiments, paired with intricate pear-inspire I love how this watercolor pear just pops off the… Read More »

DIY Thanksgiving Cards: Expressing Heartfelt Gratitude Through Paper Crafting

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! In this season of giving, you can create beautiful fall-themed cards, tags, and handmade gifts using the Gathering Moments Bundle. This versatile collection features harvest-inspired images paired with heartfelt sentiments—perfect for sharing gratitude and joy with your loved ones. While working with this stamp set bundle, inspiration struck for another fall card. I find myself gravitating toward the simple, elegant look these stamps naturally produce. Card… Read More »

Autumn Card Making: Create Stunning Thanksgiving Thank You Cards

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Fall has finally arrived, even if the calendar doesn’t officially say so yet. The evenings are cooler, and my morning walks with Sophie have become absolutely delightful! Today’s featured card showcases the Gathering Moments Bundle – the same project I began earlier this week but had to set aside. Taking inspiration from Artisan Team member Kelly McGinnis, I made a few modifications to put my own… Read More »

DIY Greeting Cards: How to Create Dimensional Floral Designs

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! I actually started with a completely different card today – something autumn-themed that just wasn’t working for me. You know how that goes, right? Sometimes a project just fights you every step of the way. So I scrapped that idea and made this one instead. It was such a gorgeous day outside, and I was feeling all warm and happy. This sweet little design just felt… Read More »

How to Make a Handmade Birthday Card with Distressed Wood Background

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! We finally got some much-needed rain in our area! Are you in the path of this large front that’s moving through? I’m so glad this DSP carried over! The Country Woods 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper (DSP) lets you create rustic yet sophisticated paper crafts that work for any occasion. These beautiful wood designs are incredibly versatile – you can dress them up for elegant… Read More »