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You need to try this easy torn paper technique

Hello fellow crafters! Today I want to show you an easy technique that will make you look like a paper crafting pro. This technique is perfect for using up coordinating paper scraps. 

 

I started off my card by creating a Cheerful Daisies element that will become a layer on the front of my card. Although you can purchase the bundle (click below) my card today will only use the stamp set. 

 

You'll love everything you can do with this set. Use the solid images, perfect for quick stamping in one color which is what we are going to do or you can use the open line-art images, perfect for watercoloring.

I also used my Tailor Made Tags Dies to make my stamped image stand out: 

Easily add die-cut tags to your next paper crafting project; mix, match, and layer tags in different sizes and colors. Create tags for any occasion you need: birthday cards, goodie bags, gift packages. Stamp sentiments from your favorite stamp sets, then cut out. It’s that easy to create custom tags!

What adds to the ease of this card is that I kept it pretty monochromatic in tone, using my 2023-25 In Color designer series paper. The pattern in this pack are super fun to craft with. I chose Wild Wheat but my idea can easily be used with your favorite In Color. 

Here's my torn paper technique card: 

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

Supplies

Stamp set: Cheerful Daisies (161290)

Ink: Wild Wheat, Pebbled Path

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Wild Wheat: 8" x 4"; (3 or 4) 1 1/4" x 4"
        2023-25 In color: (2) 1" x 4"
        Basic White: 2" x 2 3/4"; scrap for phrase

Misc: Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Paper Snips; Baker's Twine Essentials Pack (155475); Brushed Metallic Dots (156506); 2023-25 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper (161646); Tailor Made Tags Dies (155563); Mini Glue Dots

Here's my video tutorial - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

 

Want to see another Cheerful Daisies card idea? Here's one featuring another technique. 

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This is a great time to stock up on gorgeous paper

Woohooooooo! The sale begins today! 

We all love beautiful Designer Series Paper, and in June, you can enjoy a 15% discount on select Designer Series Papers from our new 2023–2024 Annual Catalog and Online Exclusives. Whether you’re a scrapbooker, a card maker or simply a paper lover, this is a great time to stock up and save on gorgeous paper so you have artistic and versatile paper designs on hand for your next projects!

Want to see which packs are discounted? 

Now is the time to stock up on your faves for months of crafting fun! Here are my faves:

• Zoo Crew (perfect for babies and black/white themes
• Countryside Inn (blue/white theme, masculine and feminine, coordinates with June Paper Pumpkin kit)
• Fresh as a Daisy (perfect for summer and feminine cards, coordinates beautifully with Cheerful Daisies bundle, one sheet can be cut apart to create several cards)
• Earthenware Elegance (getting ready for fall cards)

 

** Click here to download the Sale Flyer and then click below to order your faves today! 

What will you create for Father's day this year?

With Father's Day just around the corner I thought it would be fun to create a Masculine Paper Craft Crew card challenge. So I did! 

I have the He's All That stamp set and knew right away that it would fit the bill perfectly.

Combine these vintage images and versatile greetings to make creations for Father's Day, birthdays, and just because. This set gives you stamps that you can stamp and be done plus a few line art images perfect for your favorite coloring technique. 

For my card layers I chose some of the Countryside Inn paper. When I first saw the collection in the Annual Catalog I wasn't taken by the stamp set and dies but loved, loved, loved (!) the paper because I knew that it could be used for so many occasions, including masculine and baby cards: 

I haven't tried the torn paper technique for a long time and thought it would be perfect for my card. And here it is: 

What will you create for this week's challenge? If you want to see what the other design crew members created, click here to hop over to the Paper Craft Crew website. 

What will you do with this beautiful floral paper?

When I saw the Cheerful Daisies bundle, I love the fact Stampin’ Up! created the Fresh as a Daisy Designer Series Paper that could be added to cardstock. One of the sheets in the paper pack has a patchwork of different panels you can cut apart and use on your cards.  

Daisies make any day feel brighter. This paper is loaded with happy flowers. One side of each sheet is abloom with daisies; the other side has a subtle wash design that complements any project. Plus, one sheet includes multiple individual pieces that you can cut out and use on card fronts, so creating cards is quick and easy. 

Here's one easy card idea using this paper:

Below is another idea using a different design in the Fresh as a Dais paper pack.  to really show off the card. The sentiments are sweet, and the two-step stamps coordinate with the dies.  I love the versatility in how they can be used.   

 

Here's an idea for the inside: 

Supplies for this card:

Stamp set: Cheerful Daisy Bundle, Something Fancy

Paper: Fresh as a Daisy DSP, Basic White, Crushed Curry, Garden Green

Ink: Garden Green, Crushed Curry

Accessories: Cheery Daisy Dies, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Stampin Cut & Emboss Machine, Silicone pad, Brushed Brass Butterflies, Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels

Measurements:

        Basic White – 4” x 5-1/4”, 3-1/4” x 4-5/8”, Scrap paper for Flowers and sentiment
        Crushed Curry – 4-1/4” x 11” scored at 5-1/2”.   (This is a Landscape card)
        Garden Green – 4-1/8’ x 5-3/8”
        Fresh as a Daisy DSP – 4” x 3”, Cut into stripes of 1” x 3” (Cut 4)

Instructions

1. Fold Crush Curry in half, burnish the card base
2. Place your DSP in the trimmer and cut four 1” stripes
3. Bring out the smaller piece of Basic White and adhere the 1” x 3” stripes across the cardstock. (My suggestion would be to only attach one corner of the stripes to the cardstock incase you want to move the stripe for better placement.)
4. Take your Basic White scrap pieces and stamp the bunch of small daisies with Crushed Curry Ink and then die cut the flowers with the small boss machine
5. Ink the sentiment with Garden Green, center the label die over the sentiment and run it through the small boss machine
6. Stamping he inside of card, using the birthday stamp from Something Fancy, stamp the sentiment in the center of the Basic White with Garden Green.
7. Stamp the daisy in the right corner of the same cardstock using Crush Curry on the small Daisy. Stamp the center of the flower with Early Espresso.  (Please use the Silicone pad under the cardstock.)
8. Adhere the of the Basic White and to the Crushed Curry card base
9. Add Dimensionals to the die cut sentiment and bunch of flowers
10. Adhere Butterflies and Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels to the front of the card.

Be sure to check out the Fresh as a Daisy Suite Collection (#161310) in the new 2023-2024 Annual Catalog and add it to your gotta-have-now list! (order today using the shopping card image on the right side of my blog)

 

These countryside designs make a beautiful easy fun fold

Hello fellow crafters! This week I learned a new fun fold card idea that I am going to share with you today. This idea would make a great birthday card but can be adapted for many other occasions as well. 

For my card idea, I am using the Countryside Inn designer series paper. I am so excited about the charming blue-and-white countryside designs in this paper. Inspired by fine china and wallpaper patterns, this paper includes gorgeous florals, woodland animals, nature, and ceramic designs. Use it on all-occasion cards and other paper crafting projects to add a perfect pastoral touch. Make blue and white the new trend on your projects!

For my card I also used the Irresistible Blooms bundle: 

and one of the Scalloped Contours dies to frame my stamped and die-cut flower. 

Here's my Twisted Easel card closed: 

And here it is open: (photo was tough to take!):

Here's what you need to make this card at home. And to watch how to make it step-by-step, watch my video below.

Supplies

Stamp set: Irresistible Blooms (161140 or bundle 161150)

Ink: Night of Navy, Boho Blue

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 2 1/4" x 3 1/2"; 2 1/2" x 2 1/4"; 2" x 3 1/4"; 3" x 3/4"
        Night of Navy: 2 3/4" x 4"; 3 1/8" x 6/8" 
        Boho Blue: 8 1/2" x 4 1/4"
        Countryside Inn: (2) 4" squares

Misc: Paper Trimmer (with scoring blade); Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper (161467); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Scalloped Contours Dies (155560); Stampin' Dimensionals; Tear & Tape Adhesive; Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels (158987)

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

 

Here's how to welcome your loved one in a fun way

This month’s Paper Pumpkin kit is all about hospitality!

Whether you want to invite guests over, turn your home into a hosting retreat, or welcome loved ones, the Welcome Inn Paper Pumpkin Kit is just what you need! With gorgeous colors, and fun precut borders, banners, and vases, you can send anyone elegant and sophisticated cards.

And get ready, because this kit coordinates with the Countryside Inn Suite from the 2023–2024 Annual Catalog! It’s the perfect way to take your cards from ordinary to extraordinary!

ABOUT THE KIT

Name: Welcome Inn

This kit includes:

• All the supplies you’ll need to create 9 elegant and sophisticated cards—3 each of 3 designs—and 9 coordinating envelopes.
• A coordinating photopolymer stamp set with floral designs and friendly, hospitality-themed sentiments.
• A Night of Navy Stampin’ Spot and beautiful embellishments
• Lovely floral details and precut vases

Finished card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.8 x 14 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Balmy Blue, Boho Blue, Calypso Coral, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Misty Moonlight, Night of Navy, Old Olive

Don’t forget! This kit perfectly coordinates with the Countryside Inn Suite Collection (Item number: 161474).

Looking for something extra? The dies are sure to add cute details to all your cards and will make your crafting quicker and more precise. Easily layer all your die cuts to enhance your paper craft! 

Do you like bold and simple stamping? I sure do

Today I have a fun card challenge for you! 

 

And this saying is pretty true too, at least where I live. I knew right away that I wanted to use my Cheerful Daisies bundle to help me with my card design. 

Stamp a happy garden or create bouquet of daisies with the Cheerful Daisies bundle. Use the solid images, perfect for quick stamping in one color. Do you want to add detailed color? Use the open line-art images, perfect for watercoloring. The flowers, flower centers, leaves, and stems are on separate stamps so you can create customized flowers. Finish with a sentiment—birthday, thanks, thinking of you, sorry—for unique cards for many occasions.

For my card design I spotted a pattern in the Countryside Inn paper that would be perfect:

This pattern has tiny flowers on it so I knew right away that it would be my background layer on my card. And to add visual interest for my daisies I used some left over Gold paper and some tiny Brushed Brass Butterflies embellishments. 

Here's my card. So simple thanks to the dies in the Cheerful Daisies Dies pack:

And now it's your turn: what will you create with this week's challenge? If you want to see what the other design crew members created this week, click here to hop over to the Paper Craft Crew website. 

These cute animals are playful focal points

 

 

The NEW Zany Zoo Collection is composed of the cling Zany Zoo Stamp Set (1613050), Zany Zoo Dies (161314), Zoo Crew Designer Series Paper (161304) and Ribbon Duo Combo Pack (161318).  The stamp set and dies are also available in a bundle (161315). 

Use this whimsical collection to create adorable handmade projects for young and old. This set includes playful animals in many different activities that you can use as a focal point or to embellish your cards.  

 

The die set cuts out many of the images in the designer series paper as well as trees, balloons, flowers, clouds and other fun embellishments.

Here's  a fun idea to try using this cute collection:

Zany Zoo Birthday Card

Can you figure out how to make it at home? 

These beautiful designs make this fun fold a hit

Hello fellow crafters! Today I have a super easy fun fold card idea, one that is perfect for featuring the beautiful designs in the Countryside Inn designer series paper. From the moment I spotted this pack in the new Annual Catalog I knew I just had to have it. I bet you will too! 

 

 

Get inspired with the charming blue-and-white countryside designs in the Countryside Inn paper pack. Inspired by fine china and wallpaper patterns, this paper includes gorgeous florals, woodland animals, nature, and ceramic designs. Use it on all-occasion cards and other paper crafting projects to add a perfect pastoral touch. Make blue and white is the new trend for all your projects!

 

 

The Irresistible Blooms stamp set is perfect for sending family and friends heartfelt cards to say hello or thank you. What is unique about this bundle is that it is only available through an exclusive online order which means it will never appear in any of our catalogs. I will add the link for ordering this bundle in the description box below.

 

 

Here's my fun fold idea - simple but sophisticated too!

 

 

And open:

 

 

Here's how to make it at home.

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Irresistible Blooms (bundle 161150)

 

Ink: Night of Navy

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:
            Boho Blue: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
            Basic White: 2 3/4" x 5 1/4"; (2) 2 1/2" square
            Countryside Inn: (2) 1" x 5 1/2"; (2) 2 3/4" x 5 1/4" 

 

Misc: Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper (161467); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; 2023-25 In Color Dots (161620); Stripes & Splatter Embossing Folders (157980); Paper Trimmer; Stampin' Dimensionals

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas: https://youtu.be/d7KZPq2Z48k

 

 

Who would want 176 pages of amazing crafting ideas? Me!

And who wouldn't, right! Introducing the 2023-24 Annual Catalog! (drum roll please) 

Here's all the juicy details that you will find inside!

• 176 pages of crafting ideas
• 10 new product suites (my fave is on pages 70-71)
• 5 new In Colors
• 24 new bundles
• 7 new unique die packs
• 4 new punches
• 8 new ribbons
• 12 new embellishments
• new Memories & More pack (and matching envelopes!)
• 14 new designer series paper packs
• 1 new speciality designer series paper 
• 1 new vellum paper pack
• 1 new scalloped gift card boxes pack
• 1 new treat bags set
• 1 Color Refresh = 4 brand new colors + 7 returning colors!
• 5 new embossing folders
• 3 new background stamps
• and soooooo many samples to copy or adapt

If you want a digital copy of this new catalog, click the catalog image on the right side of my blog or click on the catalog cover above.  If you prefer a paper copy, email me at [email protected]  and I will tell you how to earn a catalog for FREE! 

Have you forgotten about these exclusive products?

Two months ago Stampin' Up! has launched a brand new idea: Online Exclusive product releases throughout the year!

And there’s no end date for the sales period! Some products will be reordered when inventory is low, and others will only be available while supplies last. This way we can offer you even more new products throughout the year. New products mean new inspiration and new ways to express your creativity!

The best way to see what is available is to view my online store. 

Here's a peek at the gorgeous Irresistible Blooms collection - I definitely had to have it all! 

And here's page 2 of the promotion flyer - click on the photo below to download the entire PDF to your device.

Tip: use the QR code on the flyer to see even MORE new products - yippee! 

Returning Colors

You may notice in the Hello, Irresistible Suite Collection some returning colors - now part of Stampin' Up!s color refresh in the 2023 - 24 Annual Catalog. 

Here are the coordinating colors in the Hello, Irresistible Suite Collection:

• Hello, Irresistible 6" x 6" (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper: Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, Lost Lagoon, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock, Soft Sea Foam
• Loose Frosted Dots: Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, Pretty Peacock

Use this link to see these new exclusive products! 

It's time to have fun with another challenge

Are you ready for another Paper Craft Crew card sketch challenge? This one is super easy and you can lots of fun using the product you have on hand. 

 

At first I thought about using my Dots & Spots die and then I remembered the fun patterns in the 2023-25 In Color Designer Series Paper: 

When every new Annual Catalog comes out, I always buy a pack of the In Color 6" x 6" paper. It has sooooo many uses and backgrounds, layers, strips, etc. It is also a fun way to play with the new colors. 

Today's card is a monochromatic design, using the He's All That stamp set: 

I  love that there are so many masculine choices in this set! 

Here's my card: 

And now it's your turn - see what you can create using this week's card sketch challenge. Masculine? Feminine? Non-gender? It's all up to you!

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

Celebrate something great with this unique stamp set

Let your creativity go wild with the Zany Zoo bundle!

 

These fun stamps feature a variety of animals showcasing unique talents—a dancing cheetah, a bicycling alligator, and a singing tortoise. You can create cards, gift tags, and other crafts to share with your special someone and celebrate their unique talents too! The open line-art style means there’s plenty of room to customize and color using your favorite coloring technique. And the three sentiments in this set are perfect for celebrating birthdays, talents, and more! So celebrate something great with this unique stamp set. tip: click on the stamp set image above to order it at my online store!

And aren't the dies super fun too? 

Here's just one of a bazillion ideas you can create: 

And here's how to make it: 

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Zany Zoo* (161305)
• Cardstock – Basic White (159276), Basic Black (121045), Zoo Crew Designer Series Paper (161304)
• Stamp Pads – Tuxedo Black Memento Ink (132708)
• Misc. –Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653), Stylish Shapes Dies (159183), Paper Trimmer (152392), Basics 3D Embossing Folders (161598), Zany Zoo Dies (161314), Ribbon Duo Combo Pack (161318), Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends (154904), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (144108), Stampin’ Seal (152813)

*Get the Zany Zoo bundle (161315), stamp set and dies, for 10% off

Measurements: 

• Basic White (Base): 8 ½” x 5 ½”; scored at 4 ¼”
• Basic White (layer): 3 ¾” x 5”
• Basic Black: 3 ½” x 3 ½”
• Designer Series Paper: 3 ¼” x 2”
• Basic White (die cut circle): 2” x 2”
• Ribbon: 7 ½”

Instructions:

1. Fold the Basic White cardstock in half to form the card base.
2. Place Basic Black cardstock in the polka dot pattern embossing folder and emboss using the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine.
3. Cut the black embossed card with a paper trimmer at an angle creating two triangles.
4. Attach to the 3 ¾” x 5” Basic White layer as shown in the photo.
5. Stamp the confetti image with Black ink on the white layer. Attach to the card base.
6. Die cut a racoon from Zany Zoo Designer Series Paper. Color the racoon with Stampin’ Blends. Attach to the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
7. Die cut a stitched circle from Basic White card stock using the Stylish Shapes dies,
8. Stamp the sentiment with Black ink.
9. Add adhesive to the back of the sentiment and attach the ribbon.
10. Attach to the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.