Nutz about Stamping

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. 

Want to know which beautiful bundle will help make your crafting bloom?

Hello fellow crafters! My new catalog order has arrived and so today I am going to introduce 2 new products and show you how to use them to create a fun fold technique that I just learned. This idea would be perfect as a Mother's Day idea. Shall we get started?

Introducing the Cheerful Daisies bundle! 

Stamp a happy garden or bouquet of daisies with the Cheerful Daisies stamp set. You'll love everything you can do with this set. Do you like bold and simple stamping? 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.

Cut out a garden of happy daisies in seconds with the Cheerful Daisies dies. The flowers, stems, and leaves are all separate so you can create a single stemmed flower or fill a landscape with a bed of flowers and greenery. There's also a label die so you can cut out a stamped sentiment and add it to your cards. These dies are the easiest way to make your crafting bloom!

 

Get inspired with the charming blue-and-white countryside designs in the Countryside Inn 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!

 

Here's my first idea using these 2 products - an Envelope Flap fun fold: 

 

 

Here's what it looks like inside: 

 

 

And here's what you need to  make it - be sure to watch my video below for step by step instructions for the fun fold.

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Cheerful Daisies (bundle 161297); Color & Contour (154994)

 

Ink: Boho Blue; Versamark

 

Paper and cutting dimensions
        Countryside Inn: 5" x 5 1/4" (score at 1" on the 5" side) 
        Boho Blue (161733): 10 1/2" x 4"; 1 1/4" x 1"; 2 1/2" square
        Night of Navy: 5 1/2" x 4"; 2" x 1 1/4"; 2 1/4" square
        Basic White: 5" x 3 3/4"; 2" square

 

Misc: Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper (161467); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Tear & Tape Adhesive; 2023-25 In Color Dots (161620)

 

Here's my video, thanks for watching! 

Introducing an exciting set of New Colors to the Stampin' Up! World

This week is such an exciting time in the Stampin' Up! world! On 2 May (two more sleeps!) the next Annual Catalog goes live and, alongside of this launch a new set of 5 In Colors are revealed. Today I am going unveil these new colors and show you a fun card that can be easily multiplied. 

 

And here they are! Which one is your fave? Leave me a comment under this post - I would love to hear which one caught your eye straight away! 

 

 

The In Color 12" x 12" Cardstock Assortment is great for handmade cards and other paper crafts. It’s high quality, acid free, and lignin free, making it a favorite scrapbook paper, too. Here's my tip: when new IN Colors are introduced I always buy an assorted pack of 12x12 cardstock. I can then use my Paper Trimmer to create card bases, strips or keep a sheet whole for memory pages. It's like a color sampler that goes a long way.

In my video below I show you how to create this super cute gift tag AND I also show you a different layout along with the gift tag in all 5 new In Colors! 

Here are the gift tags I created:

And did you know that Stampin' Up! has 3" x 3" envelopes that are perfect for these gift tags? And what if we decorated the envelopes as well? 

Wild Wheat

 

Boho Blue

Copper Clay

Pebbled Path

Moody Mauve

Here's what you need to make these gift cards:

Supplies:

Stamp set: none

Ink: none

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 6" x 3"; 2 1/4" square
        Boho Blue DSP: 2 6/8" square
        Boho Blue: 2 3/4" square; (2) 2 1/4" squares

Misc: Medium Daisy punch (149517); 2023-25 In Color Dots (161620); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Basic White 3" x 3" Envelopes (159233); 12" x 12" In Color Assorted Cardstock (161712); In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper (161646); 2023-25 In Color Dots (161620); Layering Circles Dies (151770); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Here's my video: enjoy! 

These delicate flowers will help you to create a simple, elegant look

Are you looking to say it all with flowers that last? Say it all and more with the Framed Florets stamp set. These delicate flowers can be used alone for a simple, elegant look. Or put them together in a variety of ways for a fancy floral bouquet—it’s up to you! And the best part? The open, line art images can be custom colored using your favorite Stampin’ Up! coloring technique! Pick your favorite florals, then add one of six heartfelt sentiments for a handcrafted card that says it all! 

Spring is finally in the air and what comes to mind? Bright colors and flowers! Today's project is a triple fun fold using my Framed Florets stamp set and In Color Designer series paper. Once you learn this fun fold technique the possibilities are endless!

Here's my card closed:

And open:

Here's what you need to make this card at home. Be sure to watch my video below for step-by-step instructions.

Supplies

Stamp set: Framed Florets (161815)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper and cutting dimensions: 

        Tahitian Tide: 11” x 5-1/2” (score at: 3/16", 4" and 6 3/4"); 11" x 1"; 3" square
        In Color Designer Paper: 4” x 5-1/4”, 5-1/4” x 2-1/2”;  5-1/4” x 1
        Basic White: 5-1/4” x 2 1/2”; 
        Parakeet Party: 3 1/4" square

Stampin' Blends: Daffodil Delight (dark); Tahitian Tide (light and dark); Parakeet Party (light and dark)

Misc: 2022-24 In Color Designer Series Paper (159253); Paper Trimmer (for scoring); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Brushed Brass Butterflies (1568136), Heart Pearls (159190)

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

1 simple wildflower can create this beautiful effect on your card

Today's project was requested by one of my YouTube followers. She requested a card that uses Watercolor Pencils so that's what I am going to show you today - how to create a beautiful watercolor wash background for your cards. I will be using a single wildflower from the Quiet Meadow bundle to create a simple, beautiful element for my card. You don't want to miss this one!

 

The Quiet Meadow stamp set includes flowers, background patterns, and greetings. Choose one greeting, flower, and pattern or bring several of them together for a collage effect and to convey a positive message.

 

 

Use the dies to create the look of a meadow with wildflowers and beautiful blossoms. Mix and match the pieces or use a single wildflower for a stunning effect which is what I did for today's card.

Note: this bundle is retiring soon so if you love it as much as I do you need to order it right away at my online store. Once it is sold out it is gone for good. 

To create my watercolor background I am going to mix and match my 2 packs of Watercolor Pencils - both of these Assortments are retiring because Stampin' Up! is doing a color refresh in the upcoming catalog. But don't worry, the next Annual Catalog will have Watercolor Pencils that coordinate the color refresh that is taking place. 

 

This pack of watercolor pencils has 13 High-quality, smooth colors. There are many techniques using watercolor pencils and I am going to show you one of my faves.

 

Colors in this assortment: Basic Black, Basic Gray, Bermuda Bay, Calypso Coral, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Melon Mambo, Old Olive, Pacific Point, Pumpkin Pie,Real Red, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White

 

Here's my card - don't miss my video below showing you how to create the wash effect. 

 

 

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

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Quiet Meadow (155082)

 

Ink: Pacific Point

 

Watercolor Pencils: Balmy Blue; Pacific Point; Night of Navy

 

Paper and cutting dimensions: 
        Pacific Point: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" 
        Fluid 100 watercolor paper: 3 3/4" x 5" 
        Basic White: 5 1/2" x 3/4"; 1 1/2" square' 3 1/4" x 1" 

 

Misc: Fluid 100 Watercolor paper (149612); Watercolor Pencils (Assortment 1: 141709, Assortment 2 149014); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Hearts Pearls (159190); Water Painters (151298), Meadow Dies (155582); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

 

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

Try this easy double door interlocking fold technique the next time you craft

I have shown you so many ideas using the Irresistible Blooms bundle in the past couple of weeks (scroll back through my blog to see all these projects!) and today I have a unique interlocking fun fold idea to share using them once more. 

The phrase for my card, and a fun element that I added inside, comes from the Irresistible Blooms bundle. The set features gorgeous floral designs and sentiments in an elegant font, and is  perfect for all-occasion projects to say hello or thank you and to make someone happy.

 

 

I am also using the Hello Irresistible Designer Series Paper as a standout feature on my fun fold card.  This paper was hand drawn digitally to give it a natural, artistic flair that will complement any project. Cut out some of the designs and use them on card fronts or use the paper as background for all-occasion projects.

 

Here's what I am going to show you how to create in the video tutorial below:

 

 

And here's what the card looks like open:

 

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

Supplies

Stamp set: Irresistible Blooms (bundle 161150)

Ink: Pretty Peacock (returning in May!)

Card stock and cutting dimension:
            Pretty Peacock: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2”; (2) 3 1/4" squares
            Hello, Irresistible: (2) 1 7/8" x 5 1/4"
            Basic White: (2) 2 1/2" square; 4" x 5 1/4" 

Misc: Hello, Irresistible Designer Series Paper (161139); Layering Circles dies (151170); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; pencil; Loose Frosted Dots (161153); Two-way Glue Pen

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

Do you want to bring the delicate beauty of the desert to your crafting?

Today I am excited to show you another fun fold idea, one that is perfect for using up leftover strips of designer paper. I am going to use my Desert Details bundle and some left over Delicate Desert paper. This is a fun one, and super easy too!

 

Now you can bring the delicate beauty of the desert to your crafting with this lovely bundle. The artwork is reminiscent of the American Southwest but will look beautiful on any project that calls for flowers, patterns, or warm thoughts. Stamp, then die cut labels, borders, accents, and more!

Let the warmth of the desert sun permeate your crafting with desert flowers, pottery patterns, and cheerful sentiments! The Desert Details Stamp Set has four sentiments perfect for brightening anyone’s day; no occasion needed. Add even more beauty with a desert flower or two with the matching dies. Don’t forget to use the long images! They’re great as borders or frames, or you can stamp multiples to create a longer image or background.

The soft patterns in the Delicate Desert paper have a Southwestern feel with warm greens, yellows, reds, and oranges in boho-style designs. One sheet even has an abstract desert sunset. Stamp on the paper, use them as backgrounds, or cut them into smaller pieces for accents. 

SAD NEWS: Both the bundle and the paper are retiring at the end of April - don't wait and miss out on this fab combo! Order it now before it is gone for good. (click on the product photos above to head straight to my online store)

To make my fun fold I used up a strip of the abstract desert sunset sheet. The rest was super easy to put together. Here's my card! 

After my video below ended, I decided on an additional die-cut element inside my fun fold card:

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

Supplies

Stamp set: Desert Details (bundle 160532)

Ink: Flirty Flamingo

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic Black: 5 1/2" x 4"; 6" x 5" (score at 2 1/4")
        Basic White: 3 1/4" square; 3" square; 2 3/4" square
        Delicate Desert: 4 7/8" x 2 1/8"
        Pale Papaya: 3 1/4" square; 5 1/4" x 4"; 3 3/4" x 4 3/4"; 1" x 4 3/4" (optional element inside) 

Misc: Layering Circles dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Dimensionals; Brushed Metallic Adhesive Backed Dots (156506); Delicate Desert Designer Series Paper (160521); Tear & Tape Adhesive

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

Do you want to see a fun fold card that has a nice surprise inside?

Today I am excited to show you another fun fold idea, one that impress with its double doors. I am going to be using the Hello Irresistible Suite Collection product suite that became available in March and is ONLY available through an online order rather than being offered in a catalog. 

I am going to feature the Hello, Irresistible Designer Series Paper, both on the outside and inside of my fun fold card:

From elegant botanical and floral designs to beautiful color washes, the Hello, Irresistible designer series paper was hand drawn digitally to give it a natural, artistic flair that will complement any project. Cut out some of the designs and use them on card fronts or use the paper as background for all-occasion projects.

The phrase for my card, and a fun element that I added inside, comes from the Irresistible Blooms bundle:

The Irresistible Blooms set features gorgeous floral designs and sentiments in an elegant font, and is  perfect for all-occasion projects to say hello or thank you and to make smiles bloom. Combine the images as you wish on your project—pair the flower image with a greeting on a card front, add the stamped leaf image for a fuller and more detailed image, or use the leaf image repeatedly as to frame one of the greetings. The set is also great for coloring opportunities like the emboss resist technique. 

Here's the card I am going to show you how to create in the video below:

Supplies

Stamp set: Irresistible Blooms (bundle, 161150)

Ink: Flirty Flamingo

Paper and cutting dimensions:

• So Saffron (base): 8 1/2″ x 11″, score at 2 1/8" and 6 3/8" (see video for pieces to cut off)
• Hello Irresistible: 4" x 5 1/4"; (2) 5 3/8" x 1 7/8"; (scrap for inside element)
• Basic White: 4″ x 5 1/4″; 3/4" x 4"

Misc: Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Loose Frosted Dots (161153); Hello Irresistible Designer Series Paper (161239)

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

Here's how to impress everyone with this cool and unique fun fold

Today I have a very unique fun fold idea to share with you, one that will be fun to send to close friends  and family members. I will be using my Irresistible Blooms bundle and matching Hello, Irresistible paper:

The Irresistible Blooms set features gorgeous floral designs and sentiments in an elegant font, and is  perfect for all-occasion projects to say hello or thank you and to make smiles bloom. Combine the images as you wish on your project—pair the flower image with a greeting on a card front, add the stamped leaf image for a fuller and more detailed image, or use the leaf image repeatedly as to frame one of the greetings. The set is also great for coloring opportunities like the emboss resist technique. 

From elegant botanical and floral designs to beautiful color washes, the Hello, Irresistible designer series paper was hand drawn digitally to give it a natural, artistic flair that will complement any project. Cut out some of the designs and use them on card fronts or use the paper as background for all-occasion projects.

Here's the fun fold (called Curtain Call) I am going to show you how to create:

 

Another view: 

Here's what you need to make this card - and don't miss my video tutorial below, showing you how!

Supplies

Stamp set: Irresistible Blooms (bundle and save #161150)

Ink: Pretty Peacock

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 10 3/4" x 5 1/2" 
        Hello, Irresistible: 
                (2) 6/8" x 5 3/8"
                (2) 1 3/8" x 5 3/8"
                (2) 7/8" x 5 3/8"
                (1) 2 7/8" x 5 3/8" 
        So Saffron: 3" x 2" 

Misc: Hello, Irresistible Designer Series Paper (161139); All That Dies (159058); Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Loose Frosted Dots (161153); Fine Tip Glue; Simply Scored (122234); Bone Folder

Here's my video - I hope you will try this new fun fold idea!

Here's the perfect fun fold to brighten someone's day

Today I want to show you another fun fold idea - this card features a unique design twist on the popular easel card. I will be using my Desert Details bundle and Delicate Desert designer series paper. Shall we get started?

Add the warmth of the desert sun to you cards using the desert flowers, pottery patterns, and cheerful sentiments in the stamp set. It has four fun sentiments perfect for brightening anyone’s day; no occasion needed. Add even more beauty with a desert flower or two. The long images are great as borders or frames, or you can stamp multiples to create a longer image or background. 

 

Although the background layer could be plain and then decorated, I decided to go for something different and use my Delicate Desert paper: 

 

The soft patterns have a Southwestern feel with warm greens, yellows, reds, and oranges in boho-style designs. One sheet even has an abstract desert sunset. Stamp on the paper, use them as backgrounds, or cut them into smaller pieces for accents. 

Here's my card - top view and side view! Don't miss my video tutorial underneath the supplies list - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

 

Stamp sets:  Desert Details (bundle 160532)

Ink: Petal Pink; Calypso Coral

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Delicate Desert: 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″

        Basic White: 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″; 2 3/4" square; 2 3/4" x 2"

        Calypso Coral: 3″ x 4 1/2″ scored at 2″ and 4″; scrap piece at least 4" long and 1" wide
        Petal Pink: (2) scrap pieces at least 4" long and 1" wide

      

Misc: Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Stampin' Dimensionals; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Simply Scored; Brushed Metallic Dots (156506); Something Fancy Dies (160424) 

 

Here's my video: enjoy! 

This fun fold is easy for anyone to create using this 1 tool

Today I have another fun fold card idea to share, one that creates a fun door to open. I will be using my Daisy Delight stamp set and elegant Dainty Flowers paper which is retiring this coming week (sob). Shall we get started?

 

The main feature on my fun fold comes from the Dainty Delight stamp set.

 

Sure, these flowers are dainty, but they’ll send a powerful message of hope, thanks, celebration, and more on all your paper crafting projects. The line art images can be custom colored using your favorite Stampin’ Up! coloring technique. Stamp a single stem for a clean, minimalist look, or mix and match the images for a lovely field of dainty delights. As you can see, the set is bundled with coordinating dies but I won't be using them on today's fun fold.

To coordinate the colors on today's fun fold, I used the whimsical and versatile Dainty Flowers paper.

On one side of each sheet you can choose from a variety of elegant floral designs in different sizes and shapes. Or use the opposite side of each pattern for more pastel background layering pieces. This is a stunning set of papers that you won't want to miss out on! But as I said, this pack is only available until 28 February. Click here to hop over to my online store and with pack free with a $50 or €60 product order.

Here's my card - and don't miss my video tutorial below!

 

I added a little detail to the inside of my card using the coordinating dies: 

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

Supplies

Stamp set: Dainty Delight (bundle: 160675)

Ink: Fresh Freesia; Memento Tuxedo Black 

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 4" x 5 1/4"; 2 1/4" x 4" ; 2 1/4" x 1" 
        Dainty Flowers: 2 1/2" x 4" 
        Fresh Freesia: 8 1/2" z 5 1/2" 

Misc: Paper Trimmer (152392); Stampin' Seal; Watercolor Pencils Assortment 2 (149014); Blender Pens (102845), Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels (1658987); Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper (160834)

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

 

Try this clever fun fold with its 2 additional elements

Yes, I have another fun fold card idea to share today - this one has 2 additional elements to it which makes it fun (and easy) to create. I decided to use my Decorative Borders stamp set for the main element. Did you even see this stamp set in the catalog? I overlooked it at first so maybe you did too:

Arthur Wesley Dow said, "Great art should come from the harmony of two lines." You’ll certainly find harmony in the lines of the Decorative Borders set. It includes flowers, leaves, and lines that you can use as borders, corners, and more. Stamp them in black to make a bold statement, then add colour with your favourite colouring technique - which is what I will be doing today.  You’ll love the look of these delicate line-art flowers on your cards and other creations.

As I am in a 'Spring' mood right now I right away gravitated towards my Dandy Designs paper pack - remember this pack will retire forever on 28 February! Learn more about how to earn this paper pack for free here. 

 

Need patterned paper that can be used for any season or occasion? The Dandy Designs Designer Series Paper is the one for you. It includes versatile patterns such as plaids, polka dots, and stripes. Make this paper the background for a card or scrapbook page. Or cut it into strips or accent pieces. However you use this paper, it will make any creation look 'dandy' (ha). 

Here's what you need to make today's card. 

Stamp set: Decorative Borders (160153); Framed Florets (161815)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper and cutting dimensions: 

• Balmy Blue: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″; 1 1/8" x 2 7/8"  score at 2-3/4″ and 6-3/4″
• Dandy Designs: 5-1/4″ x 2-1/2″; 5 1/4" x 1" 
• Basic White (in pocket): 4-3/4″ x 3-1/2″; 2 3/4" x 1"; 5 1/4" x 1 1/2"

Misc: Dandy Designs designer series paper (160836); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends; Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends; Simply Scored; Tear & Tape Adhesive; Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels (158987)

Here's my fun fold card - and don't miss my video below! 

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

2 score lines and an interesting twist inside, how easy is that

Today I have another fun fold card idea to share, one with a clever twist inside. I will be using my Delicate Desert paper

 

 

and my Desert Details bundle. 

 

Infuse your crafting with desert serenity with the Delicate Desert Designer Series Paper. The soft patterns have a Southwestern feel with warm greens, yellows, reds, and oranges in boho-style designs. One sheet even has an abstract desert sunset. Stamp on the paper, use the patterns as backgrounds, or cut them into smaller pieces for accents. This paper will warm your crafting hehe!

Product colors: Cajun Craze, Calypso Coral, Gray Granite, Pale Papaya, Petal Pink, Soft Succulent

The Desert Details stamp set contains four messages to cheer everyone up, on any occasion or just because. Let the warm desert sun shine through your creations with these desert flowers, special patterns and uplifting messages!  With a desert flower or two your creation will be even more beautiful! The long motifs will certainly come in handy too! They work great as borders or frames, or stamp them several times to create a background, for example.

My one big tip for today's card layout is to be careful choosing your paper pattern so that the layout matches the design. I explain more in my video below. 

Here's my card and see below to a complete listing of supplies, measurements and ordering numbers, along with a video tutorial showing you how to make this lovely card. 

 

Supplies

Stamp Set: Desert Details (bundle, 160532)

Ink: Calypso Coral

Paper and cutting dimensions: 
        Calypso Coral: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" 
        Delicate Desert: 5 1/4″ x 12″, scored at 4″ and 8″
        Basic White: 5 3/8" x 4 1/8"; 1 1/4" square' 1" x 3 3/4"; 4 6/8" x 3 3/8" 
        Petal Pink: (2) 5 1/4" x 1" ; 4 3/4" x 3 1/2" 

Misc: Simply Scored, Paper Trimmer, Delicate Desert Designer Series Paper (1760521); Bone Folder; Gold Faceted Adhesive-backed Sequins (160536); Tear & Tape Adhesive; Stampin' Dimensionals

Here's my video: enjoy! 

 

 

 

 

Learn how to make this beautiful mini fun fold card

Today I want to show you how 4 simple score lines can create a beautiful MINI fun fold card. I will be using my Dainty Delight bundle and Dainty Flowers designer series paper. This mini fun fold is perfect to tuck into a gift basket, bag or the lunch box of someone special. 

The main feature on today's fun fold idea is the whimsical and versatile Dainty Flowers paper:

This paper is only available (as supplies last) through the end of this month and they will retire forever. It was my first Sale-a-bration choice and will help add such a lovely touch to my card. 

The Dainty Delight bundle is the perfect compliment for the paper pack: 

Little flowers send a big message when you use this Dainty Delight stamp set. Sure, they're dainty, but they’ll send a powerful message of hope, thanks, celebration, and more on all your paper crafting projects. The line art images can be custom colored using your favorite Stampin’ Up! coloring technique. Stamp a single stem for a clean, minimalist look, or mix and match the images for a lovely field of dainty delights—no matter how you style them, you can’t go wrong with these delicate beauties!

 

Here's the card 'closed' and open. Underneath you will find a video tutorial with bonus tips and design ideas. 

Supplies

Stamp set: Dainty Delight (Bundle #160675)

Paper and cutting dimension:
    Fresh Freesia: 11" x 4 1/4" 
    Dainty Flowers: 1 1/4" x 4"; 2 1/4" x 4" ; 2 3/4" x 4"
    Soft Suede: (3) 1" squares
    Crushed Curry: (5) 1 1/4" squares
    Basic White: 2 1/2" x 1 3/4"

Misc: Simply Scored; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Rectangle Stitched Dies (148551); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper (160834 - FREE with a $50 order)

Here's my video - enjoy!

 

These 3 different coloring tools will make your cards beautiful

This week I want to show you three different ways to add color to your cards, using my top 3 coloring tools! Each of these tools will add a different look to my card and the result is fabulous. 

I decided to use my Dainty Delight bundle for the floral image on my card: 

 

And to color the larger stamped image I will be using my top three coloring tools: 

1. Stampin' Blends:
   Stampin' Blends are alcohol markers and when you use them to color stamped images, they give you beautiful, rich, saturated smooth colors. The ink from Stampin' Blends will bleed through you paper so be sure to have grid or scrap paper underneath your card stock to protect your work surface.
   
   
   
   
2. Stampin' Write Markers - Blushing Bride
   Stampin’ Write dual-tipped markers have a broad tip for coloring and achieving unique color effects and a fine tip for writing. I use these for a lighter look on my projects. You can color your images before stamping on card stock or use them to color images stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black ink, my permanent ink of choice.
   
   
   
   
3. Blending Brushes - you need to see the smaller brushes now available in the Mini Catalog (Yippee!) 

The small tip helps you apply ink with precision. The velvety soft bristles blend ink perfectly. Of course I had to get a pack of the smaller brushes to go with the larger set I already own. 

And as I am going to use a design from the Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper pack, I let the colors in this pack be the feature on my stamped image. 

Did you know you can earn this paper pack with a $50 (€60) product order? Yes, you can, but only until 28 February 2023. This paper is so popular it may not last until the end of Feb so don't wait and be disappointed! 

Although my card may look complicated, it is not - it just takes a bit of time to color the image. Here's my card, and don't miss my video below showing you how to make this card, step-by-step, along with bonus tips and design ideas! 

Supplies

Stamp Set: Dainty Delight (bundle: 160675)

Ink: Daffodil Delight; Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 5 1/2" x 2 3/4" 
        Dainty Flowers: (2) 1 1/2"
        Daffodil Delight: 1 1/4" x 2"  
        Fresh Freesia: scrap

Misc: Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends (154883); Old Olive Stampin' Blends (154892); Fresh Freesia Stampin' Blends (155518); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Blushing Bride Stampin' Write Marker; Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Small Blending Brushes (160518); Enamel Dot Essentials (160751)

Here's my video - enjoy! 

12 sheets of elegant floral designs that will make your cards shine

If you are like me, 2023 has kicked off with a bang and I already have so many things going on. Paper crafting is still an important part of my week because I know how important it is for my wellbeing so I make time to craft and unwind from all that busy-ness. Today I am going to show you how to make a beautiful card idea that features the elegant Dainty Flowers paper - these patterns and colors make make your cards sing - and today's layout will only take minutes to make.

What a clever idea to offer a pack of coordinating designer paper and to make it a FREE offer with a qualifying order! 

 

Enhance your paper collection with the whimsical and versatile Dainty Flowers 12" x 12" designer series paper. Choose from a variety of elegant floral designs in different sizes and shapes. Or use the opposite side for more pastel background layering pieces. This is a stunning set of papers that you won't want to miss out on!

* 12 sheets of patterned paper: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Blushing Bride, Crushed Curry, Fresh Freesia, Old Olive, Rich Razzleberry, Starry Sky

 

As I wrote above, this paper pack coordinates perfectly with the new Dainty Delight bundle - bonus!

 

 

Expand the horizons of your delicate designs with the coordinating stamp set and dies in this bundle -  use these products to create beautiful, cohesive layered paper craft projects.

Here's a simple but elegant card idea - change the phrase to suit the occasion you need. be sure to watch my video below for my bonus tips and design ideas!

 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Dainty Delight (bundle #160675)

Ink: Starry Sky

Paper and cutting dimensions:
         Basic White: 11" x 4 1/4"; 2 1/8" x 1" 
         Old Olive: 1 1/2" x 4 1/4" 
         Dainty Flowers: 5 1/2" x 4 1/2"; 2 1/4" x 3"

Misc: Night of Navy Bordered Ribbon (160581); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Something Fancy Dies (160424), Mini Glue Dots; Dainty Flowers Designer Series Paper (160834); Tear & Tape Adhesive; Enamel Dot Essentials (160751)

 

Here's my video - enjoy!