Nutz about Stamping

Want to see this amazing collection for year-round crafting?

 The new Nests of Winter Suite Collection is the perfect collection for card making and paper crafting goods for winter or year-round use!

The Winterly Tree Tops stamp set, which is part of this collection, features hand-sketched birds perched on branches and friendly sentiments great for winter or all year long.

 

Combine the stamp set, matching dies and coordinating Nests of Winter paper to make gorgeous cards for so many different occasions. Here’s one simple yet pretty idea.

Supplies

Stamp set: Winterly Tree Tops (bundle, 

Ink: Early Espresso; Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper and cutting dimensions:
                        Early Espresso: 8 ½” x 5 ½”
                        Nests of Winter: 4” x 5 ¼”; 2” x 5 ¼”; 2 ½” x 3 ¾”; 1 ¾” x 4”
                        Basic White: 2 ½” x 2 ¼”; 2 ¼” x 1”

Misc: Stampin’ Dimensionals; Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends; Poppy Parade Stampin’ Blends; Copper Clay Stampin’ Blends; Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Instructions:

1. Fold Early Espresso card stock in half and score to create card base.
2. Using Multipurpose Liquid Glue, adhere 3 layers of Nests of Winter designer series paper to card base as in photo.
3. Tear bottom of final strip of Nests of Winter paper and adhere to card base.
4. Ink bird image using Memento Tuxedo Black ink and stamp onto Basic White. Color using Stampin’ Blends. Die-cut.
5. Attach bird to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
6. Ink phrase with Early Espresso ink and stamp onto Basic White. Using paper snips scissors, cut around phrase.
7. Adhere phrase to card front to complete card.

Here's how to let the fall colors inspire your card making

Hello crafty friends! I just got back from a wonderful vacation visiting friends and family in Canada. The weather was amazing for that time of year, with cool mornings and evenings, and warm afternoons. The trees were turning all shades of yellow and red, and now that I am back home I am inspired to create all sorts of fall projects. 

Which made me immediately think of the More than Autumn bundle and the card that I want to share with you today. 

Combine the words to create the sentiment that you want, whether it’s to celebrate autumn, winter, seasonal foods and drinks, or someone in your life. Stamp, then add a personal touch with your favorite colors. You’ll love the possibilities of these stamps!

For my card background I chose a designer series paper pattern from the Autumn to Remember scrapbooking kit:

 

This kit includes supplies to create three predesigned two-page scrapbook spreads. Each page is 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm), allowing lots of space for photos and journaling. With an inviting fall color palette and titles about gathering and gratitude, you'll have so much fun swapping out the included photo placeholders for your own photographed memories. Stay tuned for some scrapbook pages from my vacation, coming soon! 

Here's my card - be sure to watch the video below for my bonus tips and design ideas!

 

Here's the inside of my card, as promised in my video:

 

Here's what you need to make this card at home. 

Supplies

Stamp set: More than Autumn (bundle: 164076)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black; Crumb Cake

Paper and cutting dimensions:
            Pumkin Pie: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3" x 2 1/4" 
            Very Vanilla: 3 1/4" x 5"; 1 3/4" x 2 1/2"; 2" x 1 3/4"; scrap for 'latte' phrase
            More than Autumn (DSP): 4" x 5 1/4" 

Misc: Autumn to Remember Scrapbooking Workshop Kit; Adhesive Sheets; Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blends; Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Crumb Cake Stampin' Write Marker; sponge; Adhesive-backed Swirl Dots (163464)

 

Have fun creating beautiful winter scenes with this bundle

Will you be needing some easy, no coloring Christmas cards this year? The Snowy Wonder bundle combined with that cute Snowy Scenes Designer Series Paper is your answer!

The bundle has dies that will cut out both of the snow globe shapes shown in the DSP, and you can quickly add a fun greeting using one of the Joyful Sayings Mix & Match Ephemera Pack designs. If desired, add an extra layer of Balmy Blue cardstock that's been stamped with the Falling Snow stamp and heat embossed for a snowy background. 

 

Voila!  Merriness accomplished!

Here's what you need to make this card. If you want to order the bundle, click on the image above to hop over to my online store. 

Supplies

Stamp sets: Snowy Wonder Bundle (164125); Falling Snow (164312)

Ink: Versamark Pad (102283); Poppy Parade (147050)

Paper and cutting dimensions:
     Garden Green card base: 8½" x 5½", scored at 4¼"
     Balmy Blue: 4¼" x 3"
     Poppy Parade: ½" x 4¼"
     DSP: 5¼" x 4", place the long side in your trimmer and cut again at 1¾" (flip one piece over to show the alternate side)
     White cardstock: 5¼" x 4"
     DSP scrap: ½" x 4"

Misc: Snowy Scenes Designer Series Paper #164333; Joyful Sayings Mix & Match Ephemera Pack (164109); White Embossing Powder (165679); Heat Tool (129053); Paper Trimmer (152392); Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (149653); Stampin' Dimensionals (104430); Stampin' Seal (152813)

You need to try this beautiful card idea

The Frosted Forest bundle has the tools you need to create elegant wintery cards with a forest feel. 

Stamp a tree, add a die-cut tree trunk, and finish off with embossed snow on the branches. Use the stamps, dies, and decorative masks together or in any combination to create exactly what you want. 

Tip: click on the bundle photo above to link over to my online store. 

I love this bundle for all the different card possibilities that I see in the making! Here's another fun idea. 

 

And here's how to make it too! 

Supplies:

Stamp Sets – Frosted Forest Bundle (164137); Hope You Know (161409)

Paper – Early Espresso (119686); Basic Beige (164511); Thoughtful Journey Designer Series Paper (163303)

Ink: early Espresso (119686)

Mics: Pecan Pie & Clear Ribboned Adhesive-Backed Dots (164204)

           

Measurements: 

        Early Espresso: 8 ½” x 5 ½” score at 4 ¼” card base; ¾ x 5 ¼, 3 ½ x 5 ¼.

        Thoughtful Journey Designer Paper: 4 x 5 ¼, 3 ½ x 5 ¼; ⅝ x 5 ⅛; 1 x 5 ½ inside.

        Basic Beige: 3 ¾ x 5 inside            

           

Instructions:

1.    Out of the 3 ½ x 5 ¼ Early Espresso and Thoughtful Journey paper die cut the strip of the 3 threes.

2.    Adhere the designer paper trees over the Early Espresso offset a little to give the shadow look.

3.    Stamp the greeting using Early Expresso ink onto the ⅝ x 5 ⅛ designer paper strip to the right-hand side and adhere to the ¾ x 5 ¼ Early Expresso strip.

4.     Adhere the following layers to the card front: 4 x 5 ¼ designer paper layer, the tree strips, greeting strip.

5.     Stamp the birds onto the card front using Early Espresso ink.

6.     Add the Pecan Pie embellishment onto the left side of the greeting.

7.     Inside adhere the Basic Beige layer and top with the 1 x 5 ½ designer paper.

Make beautiful, sophisticated Christmas crafts this season

Say it all this Christmas with the Peaceful Season bundle. 

This sentiment-only stamp set includes many greetings to use on a card front. Or arrange them to create inside greetings and alternative options for your Christmas crafts. Personalize your cards even further by pairing with images and embellishments of your choice. 

Here's just one fun card idea for you to play with:

 

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Peaceful Season (164145)
• Card Stock – Thick Basic White (159229); Basic White (159276); Real Red (102482)
• Stamp Pads – Night of Navy (147110); Real Red (147084)
• Misc. – A Little Bit Festive 12x12 Specialty DSP (164107); Natural Tones Linen Thread (164071); Opal Rounds Assortment (163298); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Mini Glue Dots (103683)

 

Measurements: 

• Thick Basic White: 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” scored at 4-1/4”
• Basic White: 1” x 5-1/2” and scrap
• Real Red: ½” x 5-1/2”
• A Little Bit Festive DSP: Navy Plaid Pattern 4” x 5-1/4” and the trio of ornaments die cut piece
• Navy Natural Tones Twine: 8”
• Clear Opal Rounds: x3

Instructions :

1. Add the plaid dsp to the centre of the card front.
2. Stamp ‘Christmas’ from the Peaceful Season stamp set, using real red ink, onto the 1” strip of white, closer to the right side of the card stock.
3. Add the real red strip to the bottom of the white.
4. Add this to the card front using dimensionals.
5. Add the ornament image to the card front using dimensionals.
6. Tie a bow from the twine and add it to the card front.
7. Stamp ‘merry’ using night of navy ink and trim. Add to card front.
8. Finish off with three clear opal rounds.

No time to craft? Try this amazing solution! 🥳

Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! is all about making crafting fun, accessible, and inclusive! They are always working hard to design a collection full of different product options to give you oodles of options when it comes to finding that perfect project or gift. 

And a new month means there are a couple of new kits added to the collection. Here's one of them:

Record memories and worthwhile moments with the A Look Back Kit! This kit includes a variety of precut paper pieces, stickers, paper pockets, and other ephemera for you to decorate the spiral-bound notebook.

 

 

With bright colors, gold details, and fun plant and graphic designs, this kit is perfect for memory keeping, journaling, and more.

DETAILS

 

Makes one 6-3/4" x 8" x 1" (17.2 x 20.3 x 2.5 cm) spiral-bound notebook

Featured colors: Basic Beige, Basic Black, Lost Lagoon, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Pretty in Pink

This kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Predesigned project
- Enough adhesive to complete projects
- 1 spiral-bound notebook with 30 double-sided printed unique pages
- Ephemera pieces and paper pockets for quick decorating
- 4 sticker sheets: gold foil (1), letters (2), sentiments (1)
- A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed box for storage or crafting on the go

How many possibilities can you see with this playful bundle?

Introducing the warm, cozy, and delicious More than Autumn bundle!

There are so many possibilities with this set and matching dies that you will never get bored using it! Combine the words to create the sentiment that you want, whether it’s to celebrate autumn, winter, seasonal foods and drinks, or someone in your life. Stamp, then add a personal touch with your favorite colors. You’ll love the possibilities of these stamps!

And...

I am going to combine this bundle with the new Autumn to Remember scrapbooking workshop kit and make a memory page that will be ready for my upcoming holiday photos!

This Kit includes:

Supplies to make three 12 x 12 two-page scrapbook spreads
Step-by-step instructions
Exclusively designed patterned paper
Two-tone cardstock sheets
Printed stickers and die-cut images
Photo placeholders

Here's my page idea, along with a video showing you how to make it. 

Be sure to watch all the way through my video for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

Which bundle provides hours of fabulous crafting? This one!

Yes, I am back with yet another card idea using the fabulous Changing Leaves bundle!

I 'challenge' you to look back through my blog posts and check out all the unique ideas you can create using this bundle. It's one of the best bundles Stampin' Up! has ever created, in my humble (or not!) opinion!

 

Tip: click on the photo above to order the bundle at my online store. 

Today's card idea uses 2 elements I haven't used before. 

Do you know what a Drusy element is?

They are peel-and-stick embellishments that will add shimmer and shine to cards and gift tags. 

And can you spot the Woven Golden Leaves on the card below? 

 

These 2 embellishments will add visual interest to any cards or scrapbook pages that you will create. 

Here's yet another Changing Leaves card idea: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here's how to make this card. 

Supplies:

• Bundle – Changing Leaves (bundle 164139, online exclusive)
• Cardstock – Very Vanilla (101650); Gold Mercury Vellum 12” x 12” (164142, online)
• Stamp Pad – Wild Wheat (161651)
• Misc. – Drusy Adhesive-Backed Embellishments (164223); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Changing Leaves Hybrid Embossing Folder & Dies (164138, online); Woven Golden Leaves (164059, p 37, Mini Catty); Stylish Shapes Dies (159183); Mini Glue Dots (103683)

Measurements: 

• Very Vanilla base card: 4 ¼” x 11”, scored at 5 ½”
• Very Vanilla layer ~ embossed: 4” x 5 ¼”
• Very Vanilla: scraps for leaves & ‘Thank you’
• Gold Vellum: 2” x 5 ¼”                  

Instructions:

1. Fold Very Vanilla in half and crease to create card base.
2. Emboss Very Vanilla layer using Changing Leaves 3D Embossing folder. Adhere to card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
3. Adhere gold vellum with Glue Dots, two at the top and two at the bottom on to the embossed layer.
4. Die cut leaves using the hybrid embossing folder. Layer two leaves w a Dimensional at the tip of each leaf, add gold foil leaf with a Mini Glue Dot.
5. Stamp ‘thank you’ with the Wild Wheat stamp pad (a great substitute for gold!), die cut and add to the card ~ over the stems of the leaves using a small piece of adhesive strip.
6. Attach two sparkly Drusy embellishments above the thank you banner.

See this fun fall card idea, using some unusual products

I am loving this week's Paper Craft Crew card sketch challenge!

 

I knew immediately what I wanted to use - a brand new product that was not designed for card but certainly can be and I am going to show you how.

 

Introducing a brand new product line for scrapbooking! Yes! Stampin' Up! has come out with a new line of products that are for scrapbooking and are only available online (email me for the link to the scrapbooking mini catalog).

 

And the Autumn to Remember kit is one of these new products:

 

 

This kit includes supplies to create three predesigned two-page scrapbook spreads. Each page is 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm), allowing lots of space for photos and journaling. With an inviting fall color palette and titles about gathering and gratitude, you'll have so much fun swapping out the included photo placeholders for your own photographed memories.

Kit includes:
* Supplies to make three two-page scrapbook spreads
* Step-by-step instructions
* Exclusively designed patterned paper
* Two-tone cardstock sheets
* Printed stickers and die-cut images
* Photo placeholders
* Spread size: 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)

Product colors: Basic Black, Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Gray Granite, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Petal Pink, Pumpkin Pie

 

What is super cool about this kit is that it has a matching stamp set (sold separately):

 

 

Now think back to this week's challenge. I decided to use some of the kit's designer series paper and elements and the leaf and phrase images to create a fall-themed card!

 

Here's my creation:

 

 

What will you make for our challenge this week? If you want to see what the other design crew members created for this week's challenge, click here. 

These christmas ornaments will make every tree beautiful

A new month means that Stampin' Up! Releases 2 new crafting kits and it's always a nice surprise for demonstrators to see them too!  I want to show one of the September kits to you in today's post. 

 

Introducing the very pretty: Christmas Ornaments Kit! (#164378 $25)

 

Get into the Christmas spirit with this Christmas Ornaments Kit! It comes with everything you need to make 9 beautiful Christmas ornaments, including precut paper greenery, pinecones, bright berries, and festive details. Whether you gift it to a friend or keep it for yourself, this kit is the perfect solution for quick and easy Christmas crafting projects.

Kit includes:
* Predesigned projects
* Step-by-step instructions
* Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
* Makes 9 4" (10.2 cm) & 3" (7.6 cm) metal ring ornaments: 3 each of 3 designs
* Enough adhesive to complete projects (or use hot glue for easier assembly; hot glue not included.)
* Plastic pinecones and faux berries
* Pre-tied satin bows
* Metallic string
* A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go

Featured colors: Basic Beige, brown, Cherry Cobbler, gold, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock

 

Here's what the kit looks like once assembled:

 

 

To order your kit(s) today, click here! 

 

Learn how to make cards with a spooky feel

Hi fellow crafters! Today I want to feature the Frosted Forest online exclusive bundle - a stamp set, dies and a set of masks! I am going to use parts of this bundle to create a super easy card idea - one that you will LOVE! 

This bundle has the tools you need to create elegant wintery cards with a forest feel. Stamp a tree, add a die-cut tree trunk, and finish off with embossed snow on the branches. Use the stamps, dies, and decorative masks together or in any combination to create exactly what you want.

For today's card I won't be using the masks but stay tuned because I also want to show you how amazing they are too! 

What makes my card super interesting to look at is the Full of Life paper:

 

Most of the colors and designs in this pack are bright and colorful but if you dig through the pack a bit you will find the design I used - which is perfect for the card mood I wanted to create. 

Here's my card! Watch my video below for all the fun details AND bonus design ideas! 

 

Tip: change the phrase and make this a Halloween card! 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: Frosted Forest (bundle: 164137); Simply Said (163756)

Ink: Tuxedo Memento Jet Black

Paper and cutting dimensions:
            Basic Black: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 5 1/4" x 3 1/4
            Full of Life: 5 1/2" x 4"; scrap

Misc: Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Perennial Postage Dies (162607); Full of Life Designer Series Paper (163357)

Here's my video - enjoy! 

 

This beautiful set will make your paper crafting bloom

The Artful Amaryllis Bundle features the beautiful amaryllis flower. 

The Amaryllis is a stunning flower that grows from a bulb and is easily grown inside. We usually see it around Christmas, but the flower symbolizes love. Therefore, this set can be used to make Christmas, Valentine's, Anniversary, or Birthday cards.

Stamp the open line-art flower and color it with your favorite hues and coloring tools. Or stamp the line-art flower, then stamp it with the filler images for a solid and dimensional look. Even though amaryllis is traditionally seen as a Christmas flower, you can use this one all year long. Just use different colors for the flower for different times of year. 

You can find some beautiful examples on page 48 of the September – December Mini Catalog.  The example below uses Artful Amaryllis to make a birthday card using many items from the mini catalog. 

The card base is Real Red cut at 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”.  Next layer is Old Olive cut to 5” x 3 ¾”. Next comes a Basic White layer, 3 ½” x 4 ¾”, that is die cut with the Deckled Circle Dies. After die cutting the circle, emboss with the Forever Plaid embossing folder.

Before attaching this piece put a 3 ¼” square behind the circle.  This card uses a piece of DSP from the Season of Green & Gold DSP. Next stamp the amaryllis flower on Basic White using Tuxedo Memento Black ink. Use Real Red and Old Olive to stamp the flowers and leaves.  Die cut using the matching die from Artful Amaryllis.  Attach with dimensionals. 

Stamp the sentiment on Basic White using Real Red, die cut with the Deckled Rectangles. Cut a rectangle out of Old Olive to fit behind the sentiment and attach with dimensionals.

 

Make sure to add this beautiful bundle to your next order and start creating.

Here's an affordable way to craft on a budget

Crafting on a budget? Check out these affordable products that don’t compromise on quality and are perfect if you are short on time.

 

Introducing the Fully Flowering Ephemera Pack! These laser-cut floral elements give you the look of hand-colored, detailed, die-cut pieces in a jiff—just remove them from the sheet and adhere to a card base using your favorite adhesive. There are 8 sheets in one pack giving you SO MANY card possibilities.

And to add a further coordinated touch, pair these pack elements with our blank cards and envelopes and Labels & Layers Ephemera Pack to make quick and easy cards with a personal touch!

 

I love that you can also purchase the matching Calming Creek cards and envelopes for a more professional look - yet still on that budget. 

Here are 2 card ideas to help get you started! Simply have a look at the photos to see how to construct each card – no complicated instructions needed! 

Card one: 

Here's the card with a matching envelope:

Card Two: 

And it's matching envelope:

 

Note: pair up the Fully Flowering Ephemera Pack with the Simply Said stamp set.

 

This sentiment-only stamp set is a paper crafting staple you can use all year long, year after year. The set sentiments include birthday, thanks, thinking of you, missing you, celebration, and more!

Are you going to join this week's spooky challenge?

Here's a fun card sketch challenge for those of you who are excited for October to arrive. 

There are so many possibilities for this challenge but I was completely stuck. So I dug into my 'retired' stash and spotted the Cottage Wreaths bundle:

I have used this bundle so much and was so sad when Stampin' Up! retired this bundle. It's always fun to dust off some of our faves and to create a new and different card, isn't it? 

Here's what I created: 

This idea was so fun to create  - and easy too - and a great way to use up left-over paper strips. If you still have Cottage Wreaths laying around, why not try this idea too? 

Tip: I created an Instagram Reel showing you how I created this card - watch for my reel to be posted later today. 

If you want to see what the other Paper Craft Crew design crew members created this week, click here. 

 

 

It's fun to make these self-closing gift bags

It’s fun to give small treats in little bags you have made. These self-closing gift bags open by squeezing the sides together. When you let go of the sides, the box automatically closes. This blog post gives you two sizes of gift bags. You can adjust the height and width of the bag as desired.

 

SUPPLIES

Stamp set – Sentimental Park (160561)

Ink – Tuxedo Black Memento Pad (132708), Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad (147084)

Paper – Meandering Meadows Designer Series Paper (162735) 6” x 5 ½” and Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper (164183) 8 ½” x 6”, scraps of Basic White Cardstock [CS] (159276)

Misc – Paper Trimmer (152392); Spotlight on Nature Dies (163580) *Purchase with stamp set as the Spotlight on Nature Bundle (153581) and save 10%; Tear & Tape Adhesive (154031) or Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Mini Glue Dots (103683); Linen Thread (104199); Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653); Ribbon

INSTRUCTIONS

For Narrow Box

1. Place the 6” side of the 6” x 5 ½” dsp along the top of the paper trimmer and score at 1 ¼”.
2. Turn the dsp 90 degrees so the score line is against the top of the trimmer and score from the right-hand side at 2½” and 5” from top to bottom.
3. Along bottom, again from the right-hand side, score from horizontal score line to edge at 1 ¼” and 3 ¾”.
4. Cut from bottom edge to score line along the vertical score lines. Remove the bottom of the ½” flap as shown. See diagram below.
5. Fold and burnish on the score lines.
6. Apply adhesive to the ½” flap and adhere to other edge.
7. Fold the bottom flaps in and adhere to make a box.
8. Stamp Thanks on scrap of Basic White and cut out with Spotlight on Nature Die.
9. Thread the linen thread through a hole in the tag and tie a bow. Adhere to the box.

Larger Box

1. Place the 6” side of Nests of Winter DSP along the top of the paper trimmer and score at 1” and 5 ¼”.
2. Turn it 90 degrees so the 1” score line is running at the top and score at 4” and 8” from top edge to bottom edge.
3. Then score from the horizontal score line to edge at 2” and 6”. See diagram 2.
4. Continue with steps 4 – 7.
5. Line up the ‘just for’ and ‘YOU’ stamps on an acrylic block and then stamp on scrap Basic White CS with Real Red ink. Cut out with Spotlight on Nature die.
6. Use the next larger size of die to cut a circle from the green striped pattern of the Nests of Winter DSP. Layer the two circles together, punch a hole and string a length of linen thread through it.
7. Adhere a length of red ribbon to the top of the box and tie it in a bow. Add the tag.