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August 2024

A Card for Your Sweetheart -Video Tutorial with More Than Autumn

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Today's project video tutorial features another card with this week's featured product, the More Than Autumn Bundle [164076], from the Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog.  Don't let the name lead you astray! With the right color combination and/or patterned paper, you can use this versatile combination of products for many occasions and any time of year.

When you are looking for a card that will go together quickly, see how you can make your punches work for you!  For this card, the Heartfelt Hexagon Punch [162888] andBee Builder Punch [162553] did just that.

Take a look at the video tutorial below so you can see how easily this card comes together!

 

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Get your hands on the versatile stamp set  and die combo, More Than Autumn Bundle [164076], today in the Online Store and start creating for every season!


Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice with Stampin' Up! More Than Autumn

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September is here, and you know what that means… it's officially pumpkin spice season! Whether you’re someone who eagerly awaits your first pumpkin spice latte or prefer to stick with your regular brew, there’s no denying that pumpkin spice always brings a festive feeling to this time of year. It’s a playful debate – to sip or not to sip – but one thing we can all agree on is how much fun this theme can be in our crafting projects!

Stampin' Up! is right on trend with their adorable More Than Autumn Bundle [164076] from the new Mini Catalog. This bundle includes a stamp set with seasonal images and coordinating dies that will help you create projects that bring warmth and style to the fall and holiday seasons. Whether you’re planning a cozy autumn greeting or prepping for your holiday cards, these designs will carry you right through all the festive parts of the year.

This week on Ink and Inspirations, I’ll be sharing a variety of projects featuring the More Than Autumn stamp set and dies. I hope to inspire you with all the creative ways to use this bundle!

Today’s project is a pumpkin spice-themed card decked out in autumn colors. It’s perfect for sending a sweet note to a friend who loves this season as much as you do (or to someone who might need a little convincing about the pumpkin spice craze!).  It’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.

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Stay tuned for the rest of the week as we dive into even more projects using this versatile bundle. The More Than Autumn Bundle [164076] has everything you need to craft beautiful creations for the season.

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Be sure to visit my online store to get your hands on the More Than Autumn Bundle [164076] and start creating those special fall projects! With these sweet images and coordinating dies, you can make every card feel  warm and comforting!


2024 Halloween Gift for Teachers, Friends, or Neighbors

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I’m super excited to share today’s project with you—it’s one of my  favorite gift ideas for teachers, friends, or anyone who deserves a little extra appreciation this Halloween season. We’re using some of the new products from the Stampin’ Up! scrapbooking line to a seasonal touch to a simple yet thoughtful gift: holiday hand towels or tea towels.

If you’re like me, you love finding festive towels for different seasons and holidays. Pairing these with your paper crafting supplies turns them into a beautifully wrapped gift that’s both fun and functional. Whether it's for a teacher, a friend, or even a neighbor, this is one gift they’ll not only love but also find useful!

In this week’s LIVE video stream, I shared how to make these gifts extra special using the Halloween Spells Designer Series Paper and Sticker Sheet, paired with the Halloween Memories Two-Tone Cardstock. These products are perfect for adding that Halloween touch to your wrapping and gift tags, making your presentation just as special as the gift itself.

Watch the recording of the video below to see the new products and instructions.

Want to recreate this project for yourself? You can grab all the supplies you need, including the Halloween Spells Designer Series Paper and Sticker Sheet and Halloween Memories Two-Tone Cardstock, in my online store. These products are perfect for all your seasonal crafting, whether you’re making gifts, packaging, or preserving memories!

 


2024 Halloween Treat Box with Stampin' Up! Playful Ghosts

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With Halloween coming up next month, I’ve got a fun and simple project you’ll love! Using the adorable Playful Ghosts stamp set from Stampin’ Up!, you can create this charming treat box featuring the cutest little ghost that I thought should be named Frankie. Perfect for handing out to your grandkids, neighbors, or friends, this treat box is sure to be a hit!

To make it easy for you, here's a video tutorial with step-by-step instructions so you can follow along as I create this spooky little box. You don’t need a ton of supplies—just the Playful Ghosts stamp set and a few basic crafting essentials, and you’ll have this fun project completed in no time.

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Watch the Video Tutorial Here!

If you need any additional instructions, leave a comment below this post!
Ready to make your own? Head over to my online store to grab the Playful Ghosts stamp set and start crafting your Halloween treats today!

 


2024 Stampin' Up! Christmas Cards with A Little Bit Festive

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On Day 4 of our Stampin' Up! Holiday Mini Launch, we used something new and fun to create Christmas cards that are A Little Bit Festive.  With some ready made die cuts and coordinating papers, you can add your own card stock and stamped sentiments to make some great holiday cards and tags!

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Let's take a look at the design process below...


Here are a few tips for these two cards...

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  • Card base is Real Red cut 5 1/2" x 8 1/2".
  • Garden Green strips are cut 1/2" x 4" and 1/2" x 5 1/4".
  • You will need Basic White for your sentiment and a piece cut 4" x 5 1/4" for the inside of the card.
  • Designer Paper for card front bottom is cut 2 1/2" x 4".

Be Merry Card

  • Card base is Thick Basic White cut 5 1/2" x 8 1/2".
  • Real Red Layer is cut 4" x 5 1/4".
  • Basic White for inside is cut 4" x 5 1/4" and you will need some for your sentiment piece.

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Get A Little Bit Festive to make your holiday crafting fast and fun!  And, to see more from the new Mini Catalog from Stampin' Up!, see Day 1, Day 2, and Day 3 of our catalog launch.


Fall Themed Card with Autumn Expressions

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There is a touch of fall in our neck of the woods this weekend and today's card project is appropriate for the weather.  The Autumn Expressions Bundle is new from Stampin' Up! and was featured on Day 3 of our Ink and Inspirations Mini Catalog Launch.  

The coordinating Splendid Autumn Designer Series Paper is a collection of  autumn scenes that were hand-painted in an impressionist art style.  Add a simple sentiment and you'll have a beautiful card!

Here's the recording of our card project below.

As mentioned in the video, those beautiful Woven Leaves in gold can be colored with your Stampin' Blends alcohol markers to customize your project.   These new autumn themed products are perfect for your fall crafting.

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If you missed the new product reveal of our first two launch videos, be sure to check those out our "Hey Pumpkin" card and a sweet Christmas card HERE. Then stay tuned for more Christmas fun tomorrow with a fun new product to make your holiday cards easy!


Stampin' Up! 2024 Christmas Card with Christmas Labels

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The Stampin' Up! Christmas Labels stamp set and coordinating dies was the first on my list to purchase from the new Mini Catalog featuring lots of crafty goodness for the holidays.  The seasonal and holiday sentiments combined with the classy looking labels are sure to be a favorite.

For Day 2 of our Ink and Inspirations Mini Catalog Launch, this combination of stamps and dies (a bundle) was featured on this Christmas card in our video.   A nostalgic print from the beautiful Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper was the perfect backdrop.

If you missed the video, you can take a look at the recording below.

Here are the products used for this card in the video...

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You'll find lots of goodies to create for the upcoming season in the new Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog.  Be sure to check out yesterday's video featuring the Warms My Heart stamp set and tune in again tomorrow at 4 PM ET, 3 PM CT, 2 PM MT, 1 PM PT on YouTube or Facebook!


Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog Launch Day 1- Warms My Heart

Launch-warms-my-heart-pumpkinThe new Warms My Heart Cling Stamp Set (English) [164267] was featured on yesterday's Mini Catalog Launch Premiere video.  

If you missed it, you can find the recording below.

Be sure to tune in today on YouTube for our launch Day 2 featuring the Christmas Labels Bundle (English) [164101]!  See you then...4 PM ET, 3 PM CT, 2 PM MT, 1 PM ET!


New for Scrapbooking from Stampin' Up!

By now, you may have heard the exciting news about the new line of scrapbooking products from Stampin' Up!  We believe you will be inspired to use these in your memory keeping, revisit scrapbooking, or even try it for the first time!  Whether you're preserving the memories of your grandchildren’s first steps or their first semester at college, a recent family gathering, or simply those everyday moments that make life sweet, this new scrapbooking line has everything you need to make it easy and fun.

I am super excited about their new Two-Tone Cardstock. Just imagine—each sheet offers two shades of the same color! It’s perfect for adding that extra dimension and depth to your layouts without much effort. 

And, the new Scrapbooking Workshop Kits are a plus!  Each kit is designed to help you create beautiful pages that highlight treasured memories. These kits contain most of what you need  to create three-two page layouts with step by step instructions!  

Watch the videos below to learn more about these new products!

 

I'll be excited to order some of these fabulous products, how about you?
You can see the Stampin' Up! Scrapbooking Brochure HERE. All the products will be available beginning tomorrow, September 4th, in the Online Store. and stay tuned for more in the months to come!

 


So Much to Share!

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The new Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog is going LIVE tomorrow, September 4th, and I can’t wait to share some fabulous project ideas with you!

Join our Ink and Inspirations community by subscribing to our weekly emails, where you'll find lots of creativity and inspiration.  

And here's a little something special just for you—when you sign up, you’ll receive a FREE online card class!  It's my way of saying welcome and helping you dive right into the creative possibilities with the new catalog.

Stay in the loop with all the latest specials, promotions, and brand-new goodies from Stampin' Up! You’ll be the first to know about everything that's coming up.

So, why wait? Subscribe today, and let’s enjoy this creative journey together! I’m so excited to share more with you!