Poinsettia Petals

The idea for a Christmas card came up when I was sorting out last year’s DSP and getting it ready for sale. I had forgotten I had the the Poinsettia Place Designer Series Paper (one of my all time favorites). In looking for ideas on Pinterest, I came across one I was inspired by and took out everything to make the that card. Somehow I got off track and came… Read More »

Nature’s Beauty for a masculine card

I hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving. We had a great one that was so much different from last year’s Thanksgiving. I made personalized napkin holders using the Detailed Pumpkins Dies (see below). My favorite item from the dinner was coconut pie – yes, you heard that right! My son-in-law is a former chef and he makes the most amazing and delicious pies. What is your favorite dish from Thanksgiving?… Read More »

Poinsettia Petals in Misty Moonlight!

The Poinsettia Petals Stamp Set and coordinating Poinsettia Dies include a fantastic collection of poinsettias, holly leaves, branches, and berries to make beautiful decorations for your holiday projects. For today’s card, I decided to go with a monochromatic look that would be perfect for a masculine Christmas card. Stamping: Stamp all 3 poinsettia petals with Misty Moonlight Ink on Basic White Thick Cardstock. Using the coordinating stamp (this is a… Read More »

Christmas Season

I am loving all of the new Christmas products in the July – December 2021 Mini Catalog, but this Christmas Season stamp set in particular is absolutely beautiful. This stamp set contains 14 stamps and all of them are pieces and parts of pine cones, twigs, berries, holly leaves and pine branches. Card Measurements: 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ Real Red Base Card (fold in half) 5 3/8″ x 4… Read More »

Angels of Peace

This card was made with love; not perfection!😊 I made a couple of mistakes on this card but decided to share it anyway. Can you spot the mistakes? Anyhoo, the stamp set I used for this card is the Angels of Peace Stamp Set. With the greetings “You’re an Angel”, this stamp set is not just for Christmas. You can use it to show your appreciation to those who mean… Read More »

Eden’s Garden – Give into Temptation!

How’s that for a title (ha, ha). But seriously, for today’s card, I’m using the Eden’s Garden Collection which contains exclusive products you can order today! The Stampin’ Up! Eden’s Garden Bundle will be available in the January-June 2022 Stampin’ Up! Mini Catalog but NOT the coordinating accessories that make up the Eden’s Garden Collection.  The below coordinating accessories will be available only while supplies last! Ever Eden Designer Series Paper (DSP)… Read More »

Seasonal Sale – coming soon!

Have you heard the news? The rumors are true! The Seasonal Sale is starting soon. If you have your heart set on a handful of supplies, there’s no better time to buy! Between 16 and 18 November, you can stock up and save 10% on cardstock, 15% on ink pads, and 20% on dies from the 2021–2022 Annual Catalog. This sale is for everyone! Beginning Crafter? Stock up on the… Read More »

Nuts about Squirrels – a cute card for you

Who doesn’t love these cute adorable whimsical squirrels from Stampin’ Up! I do, I do! I happen to love all the whimsical images in this year’s annual catalog and mini catalogs! I absolutely adored the Counting Sheet Stamp Set and dies from the Sale-a-Bration Brochure and I hope they bring it back for next year’s annual catalog. For today’s card, I’m using the Nuts About Squirrels Stamp Set. I still… Read More »

The Happy-go-Lucky Pansy Patch

Who can resist the charming face of a pansy? These happy-go-lucky annual flowers almost seem to smile back at you😊. For today’s card, I’m working with the Pansy Petals Designer Series Paper (DSP). After making fall cards a lot lately, I thought I’d throw in a subtle light color flower card for a breath of fresh air. Did you know that a couple of dies in the Pansy Dies fit… Read More »

Pretty Pumpkins with a Homestyle Look

Yep, that’s exactly what we have when you pair the Pretty Pumpkins Bundle with the retired gingham pattern from the Brights 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper (DSP) 2019-2020 Stampin’ Up! catalog. I’ve always loved gingham which is why I’ll keep this DSP and use it every now and then. The base card is the Basic White Thick Cardstock. The background layer is Basic White Cardstock which was embossed with… Read More »