There is something rather fun about an Advent calendar filled with crafting surprises, and I couldn’t resist opening Door 1 of the Stampin Up Advent Calendar a little early. A little warning before we go any further: this post contains a spoiler for Door 1! The Advent calendar includes a beautiful floral stamp set, with…
Every now and then, a Stampin’ Up!® kit comes along that immediately catches my attention, and the Crafted Blooms Kit was one of those. The kit is originally designed to create three pretty floral pieces for the Stampin’ Up! clipboards. While they would look lovely displayed that way, I knew I was far more likely…
One Sheet Wonder cards are such a fun way to create multiple cards from one decorated panel, and this week I used that idea with the Stampin Up Begonia Belle stamp set (July Product of the Month), a soft watercolour background and lots of layered florals. This project is a lovely way to play with…
If you love mixing old favourites with brand new colours, this week’s card is a beautiful example of how to make the most of what you already have—while still keeping your projects feeling fresh and current. During my Thursday Live, I sat down to create a layered floral card using the Stampin Up Gallery Blooms…
If you love creating cards that look detailed and layered (without feeling complicated), this week’s Thursday Live project is one you’re going to want to try. I sat down to play with a brand new Colour Inkspiration combination — Daffodil Delight, Pool Party, Coastal Cabana, and Bubble Bath — and paired it with one of…
In this week’s Thursday Live, I created a quick, high-impact card using a simple spotlight-style technique with the Stampin Up Flowers Fair Stamp Set. It’s the perfect solution when you want something that looks detailed and artistic, without spending hours colouring. Why the stampin up flowers fair stamp set Works Perfectly for This Technique The…
If you love clean, cheerful cards that come together quickly but still look thoughtfully designed, this week’s Thursday Live cardmaking session was all about keeping things simple without losing impact. I created a bright, happy card using a brand-new stamping tool (Stampin’ Positioner) and a soon-to-be-released stamp set (Cutest Crew Bundle) that I can already…
If you enjoy cards with texture, movement and a slightly industrial edge, today’s project is going to be right up your alley. In this Thursday Live cardmaking session, I worked with the Stampin Up Gears and Textures Bundle, pairing it with the stunning Nature Walk Designer Series Paper and some subtle embossing techniques to create…
If you love the look of clean, modern home décor, you are going to adore the Stampin Up On Display Bundle. In this week’s Thursday Live I created a clean and simple (CAS) plant shelf card using the On Display stamps and dies – and it has quickly become one of my favourites. Today I’m…
New month, new toys. Today we’re casing a gorgeous sample from the Stampin’ Up! Online Exclusives using the Stampin Up Friendly Foliage Bundle with the Lasting Linen background stamp—and giving it my own spin with copper heat embossing, soft neutrals and a crisp sentiment strip. If you love organic layers, subtle texture and a quick…
If you love tactile interest on your handmade cards, embossing folders are your best friend. In our recent live session, we explored two distinct looks using the Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder: a soft, “subtle” version and a bold, “full-on” version. Both create striking backgrounds, and each can be tailored to your style with the right…
If you’re looking for an easy way to add bold texture and dimension to your card fronts, the Stampin Up Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder is a must-have. In this cardmaking tutorial, I’ll show you how to use a simple ink pad dragging technique to highlight the debossed details—and how I coloured the floral design using…
In this week’s live stream, I crafted a playful yet elegant card featuring the Stampin Up Gallery Blooms Bundle, beautifully combined with the upcoming Stampin Up Feathered Fun Stamp Set. The result? A cheerful layered card where flowers and parrots meet in a whimsical twist—perfect for spring cards, nature lovers, or just a “thinking of…
Stampin Up Gallery Blooms If you love layering large focal flowers and mixing in classic vintage elements, Stampin Up Gallery Blooms is one to watch. This new stamp set (and its coordinating dies) includes a gorgeous large rose, smaller blooms, leaves, and detailed outlines – perfect for colouring or even using as line art. It’s…
As Stampin’ Up! makes room for exciting new additions, some of our beloved favourites are saying their goodbyes—and this week, I decided to revisit two of my most-used stamp sets: Stampin Up Country Birdhouse and Stampin Up Country Flowers. These two charming sets are currently on the Last Chance List, so if you’ve had your…