by Tracy | May 9, 2025 | Birthday Card
The card I’m sharing with you today was created using The Right Words Stamp Set, Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper (this paper is an Online Exclusive), Nested Essentials Dies, Pressed Flowers Embossing Folder (an Online Exclusive), and Regal Foiled Adhesive-Backed Dots (which are currently on the Last Chance List and on sale).
Please, if the links don’t work, please click again a second or third time. You shouldn’t get an “Out With the Old, In With the New” with the exception of the Regal Foiled Adhesive-Backed Dots but I clicked the link above for the Regal Foiled Adhesive-Backed Dots and I got an “Out With the Old, In With the New” and when I clicked it again, it showed up. I just sent an email to Stampin’ Up! alerting them to the problem.
I started with a piece of Blackberry Bliss for the base of my card. I embossed a piece of Basic White cardstock using the new Pressed Flowers Embossing Folder. Then, I adhered the embossed piece to the front of the card (I used Multipurpose Glue to adhere it to the front of the card).
I cut two more pieces of Blackberry Bliss cardstock and layered them with Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper and then adhered them to the front of the card. I stamped the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using Blackberry Bliss ink and the stamp set, The Right Words. I cut the sentiment out using the Nested Essentials Dies and then cut a larger shape out of Blackberry Bliss cardstock. I adhered the sentiment to the Blackberry Bliss cardstock, added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered the sentiment to the front of the card.
To complete my card, I added three Regal Foiled Adhesive-Backed Dots in Blackberry Bliss to the front of the card (these are a Last Chance product). I also added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
Measurements
- Blackberry Bliss cardstock: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″
- Blackberry Bliss cardstock: 2-1/4″ x 3-3/4″
- Blackberry Bliss cardstock: 1-3/4″ x 3-1/4″
- Blackberry Bliss cardstock (under sentiment): approximately 2-5/8″ x 1-7/8″
- Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper: 2″ x 3-1/2″
- Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper: 1-1/2″ x 3″
- Basic White cardstock (embossed and inside card): (2) 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approximately 2-1/4″ x 1-1/2″
Information About the Cloud Cover Classic Stampin’ Pad
Stampin’ Up! has strict guidelines for all of their products. An unforeseen, rare chemical reaction occurs when Cloud Cover ink is paired with the firm foam used in our Classic Stampin’ Pads resulting in a shift of color of the ink. Because of this Stampin’ Up! won’t be be releasing a Classic Ink Pad in Cloud Cover, although it’s in the catalog.
Because the actual Cloud Cover ink formula performs well before it’s added to a foam pad, our Stampin’ Spots are made with felt and Stampin’ Up! has not seen this unpredictable chemical response with felt. There are several options for you if you want to add Cloud Cover to your supply of ink pads:
Purchase the Classic Stampin’ Spot Small Assortment 1 (which includes Cloud Cover)
or
Purchase a set of five Uninked Stampin’ Spots and the Cloud Cover Stampin’ Ink Refill.
Starter Kit Special
Starting May 6 and ending on May 31st, you can purchase the Starter Kit for $99. You will receive $165 in Stampin’ Up! product! That’s $66 more in product! You choose products you want! The Starter Kit ships free and you’ll receive a 20% discount on the products you purchase. Did I mention you’ll also receive a Paper Pumpkin Kit, too!
Commonly Asked Questions
- If I purchase the Starter Kit, do I have to sell Stampin’ Up! products to my family and friends? No, you are under NO obligation to sell. You can be your only customer. Of course once your friends see the cute cards you’re making, they’ll want to buy their stamping supplies from you.
- Will I receive a discount on any products I buy? Yes!! This is the best part! You’ll receive at least a 20% discount on all your purchases.
- Do I have to buy/sell a certain amount of product? The quarterly minimum is $300 in product (which is only $240 after your discount!) that can be from personal orders, online orders or ones from family and friends. The quarters are January – March, April – June, July – September, October – December. Once you join, your quarterly minimum begins during your first FULL quarter.
- What if I can’t make the quarterly minimum? You’ll simply be dropped. No one will hassle you. No one will bother you. It truly is risk free to purchase the Starter Kit!
Are there other perks to purchasing the Starter Kit? Yes! Here are just a few:
- The Starter Kit ships FREE!
- Approximately a month before new products are released, you’ll be able to participate in a preorder and purchase brand new products ahead of the public
- Attend Stampin’ Up! events like OnStage
- Personal purchases of $20 are eligible to receive Stampin’ Rewards. Yes, demonstrators can also receive Stampin’ Rewards!
- Complimentary copy of each current catalog from Stampin’ Up! Once the preorder begins, a complimentary copy will be included in your order. If no preorder is made, the catalog will be included in the first order placed during the catalog sales period.
- Free access to my Card Sampler PDF tutorials
If you have more questions, please reach out to me sending an email to me (you can send me an email on the sidebar of my blog)
The New Stampin’ Rewards Program
The New Stampin’ Rewards Program was rolled out on April 15th. You will receive 10% in rewards when your order is $20 or more but you have to opt in to get the rewards. The more you shop, the more you earn!
Last Chance Products
Click here to go straight to the Last Chance Products page on the Stampin’ Up! site!
Two New Stampin’ Up! Kits
Click each graphic below for more information about the kit. These kits can be found in the Online Exclusives part of the Stampin’ Up! website.
Mountain Majesties Paper Pumpkin Kit
Did you know that Paper Pumpkin has moved to the Stampin’ Up! website? You can now order subscriptions and manage your subscription on the Stampin’ Up! website! If you’d like to subscribe, please click the graphic below.
An additional coordinating add-on is available but only for Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Click the image below for more information.
Thanks for stopping by today! Enjoy your weekend!
by Tracy | Apr 15, 2025 | Birthday Card
My card today was created using the Pattern of Friendship Stamp Set, Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper, the Textured Notes Dies, Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder and the Starburst Sequins.
I’ve mentioned this before, but if the links don’t work click them again! I had to click a link three times before it brought me to the right page.
Stampin’ Up! will be offline today, April 15th at 8:00 am (Mountain Time) for six hours. Visitors to the site will be redirected to a message about the planned downtime. Once the transition is complete the website will be available with the new Stampin’ Rewards program. The new Stampin’ Rewards program will reward customers with an order of $20 or more and you will now receive 10% in rewards. This new Rewards program will begin on April 15th once the Stampin’ Up! website is back up.
I started with a piece of Crushed Curry cardstock for the base of my card. I embossed a piece of Basic White cardstock using the Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder and my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Then, I adhered it to the front of the card.
I cut two more pieces of Crushed Curry cardstock (you can find all the measurements I used below the Supply List) and two pieces of Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper and adhered them to the Crushed Curry cardstock. Then, I adhered them both to the front my card.
I stamped the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using the Pattern of Friendship Stamp Set in Garden Green ink. I cut it out using the Textured Notes Dies. Then, I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card.
To complete my card, I added three large Starburst Sequins to the front in Crushed Curry and added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside of the card.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store. The Specialty Plate is used with 3D Embossing Folders and Hybrid Embossing Folders.
Bundle Alert: The Pattern of Friendship Bundle is available with a 10% discount rather than buying the products separately.
Bundle Alert: The Textured Notes Bundle is available with a 10% discount rather than buying the products separately.
Measurements for Today’s Card
- Crushed Curry cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ score at 4-1/4″
- Crushed Curry cardstock: 2-1/4″ x 3-3/4″
- Crushed Curry cardstock: 1-3/4″ x 3-1/4″
- Basic White cardstock (embossed and inside card): (2) 4″ x 5-1/4″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 3-1/2″ x 2″
- Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper: 2″ x 3-1/2″
- Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper: 1-1/2″ x 3″
Last Chance Products
Click here to go straight to the Last Chance Products page on the Stampin’ Up! site!
Three New Stampin’ Up! Kits
Click each graphic below for more information about the kit.
Mountain Majesties Paper Pumpkin Kit
Did you know that Paper Pumpkin has moved to the Stampin’ Up! website? You can now order subscriptions and manage your subscription on the Stampin’ Up! website! If you’d like to subscribe, please click the graphic below.
An additional coordinating add-on is available but only for Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Click the image below for more information.
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Apr 14, 2025 | Birthday Card
Changes Are Coming to the Stampin’ Up! Website
Stampin’ Up! will be offline on Tuesday, April 15th at 8:00 am (Mountain Time) for six hours. Visitors to the site will be redirected to a message about the planned downtime. Once the transition is complete the website will be available with the new Stampin’ Rewards program. The new Stampin’ Rewards program will reward customers with an order of $20 or more and you will now receive 10% in rewards. This new Rewards program will begin on April 15th once the Stampin’ Up! website is back up.
Changes to the ordering system are also coming on Tuesday, April 15th. All customers will need an online account that they must set up and must opt in to participate in the new Stampin’ Rewards Program. This won’t go into effect until April 15th, after the Stampin’ Up! website is back up.
Some customers have me place the orders for them. I will no longer be able to enter your credit card number for you. As my understanding is, I can place the order for you and then send it off to you where you can enter your credit card information. This change won’t go into effect until Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Now Onto My Card
The card I’m sharing with you today was created using the Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder, Beautiful Butterflies stamp set, Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper, Stylish Shapes Dies and Starburst Sequins.
I started with a piece of Fresh Freesia cardstock for the base of my card. Next, I embossed a piece of Basic White cardstock using the Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder and my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. I then adhered the embossed cardstock to the front of the card.
I layered two pieces of Fresh Freesia cardstock with Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper (just be sure the DSP design on the horizontal piece is going horizontal). I adhered the vertical piece down with Multipurpose Glue and with the horizontal piece, I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card.
I stamped the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using the Beautiful Butterflies stamp set in Fresh Freesia ink. I cut it out using the Stylish Shapes Dies. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the horizontal piece.
To complete my card, I added three large Starburst Sequins in Fresh Freesia to the card front and added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store. The Specialty Plate is used with 3D Embossing Folders and Hybrid Embossing Folders.
Bundle Alert: The Beautiful Butterflies Bundle is available with a 10% discount. It includes the Beautiful Butterflies stamp set and the Beautiful Butterflies Hybrid Embossing Folder.
Measurements
- Fresh Freesia cardstock: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ score at 4-1/4″
- Fresh Freesia cardstock: (2) 2″ x 3-3/4″
- Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper: 1-3/4″ x 3-1/2″
- Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper: 3-1/2″ x 1-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approximately 3-1/4″ x 1″
- Basic White cardstock (embossed & inside card): (2) 4″ x 5-1/4″
Retiring In Colors 2023-2025
These colors are retiring. Some products have already sold out in these colors.
Last Chance Products
Click here to go straight to the Last Chance Products page on the Stampin’ Up! site!
Three New Stampin’ Up! Kits
Click each graphic below for more information about the kit.
Mountain Majesties Paper Pumpkin Kit
Did you know that Paper Pumpkin has moved to the Stampin’ Up! website? You can now order subscriptions and manage your subscription on the Stampin’ Up! website! If you’d like to subscribe, please click the graphic below.
An additional coordinating add-on is available but only for Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Click the image below for more information.
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Apr 7, 2025 | Birthday Card
The card I’m sharing with you today was made using the Pattern of Friendship stamp set, Wildflower Birthday Specialty Paper, Textured Notes Dies, Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder and the retiring Tinsel Gems Four Pack.
I started with a piece of Blueberry Bushel cardstock for the base of my card. I embossed Pretty in Pink cardstock using the Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder and my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Then, I adhered the embossed cardstock to the front of my card.
Next, I used the Textured Notes Dies to cut a rectangle out of Basic White cardstock. Then, I stamped “Happy Birthday” in Blueberry Bushel ink onto the rectangle using the Pattern of Friendship stamp set. I selected the cake (it’s a die cut) in the Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper and then adhered it to the left of the sentiment. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card.
To complete my card, I added three Blueberry Bushel Tinsel Gems below the sentiment and added two more to the rectangle. I also added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store. The Specialty Plate is used with 3D Embossing Folders and Hybrid Embossing Folders.
Measurements
- Blueberry Bushel cardstock: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ score at 4-1/4″
- Pretty in Pink cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock (rectangle): approx. 3-1/4″ x 4-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (inside): 4″ x 5-1/4″
- Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper: birthday cake die cut
Today is the Last Day for Mediterranean Blooms Card Sampler
My Mediterranean Blooms Card Sampler #2 is now available! When you use the special host code 2ESWNNPT and your order is a minimum of $60 (before shipping/tax), I’ll send you two each of three cards. To create this card sampler, I used Mediterranean Blooms Designer Series Paper and the stamp set, Simply Said.
Here’s What You’ll Receive:
- All the paper and embellishments needed to make six cards. Envelopes will also be provided. For this sampler you only need to provide a stamp set, ink and adhesive (see below for what you’ll need).
- A PDF Tutorial with instructions, pictures, cutting measurements and a complete supply list of all the products used.
- Earn at least one Bradley Point (earn ten Bradley Points and redeem them for free product) when your order is $50 or more.
- If your order is over $150, please do not use the host code or you won’t receive your Stampin’ Rewards. After you place your order, simply email me and let me know that you’d like the Mediterranean Blooms Card Sampler #2 (you only need to do this if your order is over $150). You can send me an email on the sidebar.
All the Other Important Information:
- Your Mediterranean Blooms Card Sampler will be shipped first-class mail approximately April 17, 2025 and will be mailed to the address used on your online order.
- You’ll receive an email when I mail your Card Sampler and the PDF Tutorial will be included in that email.
- When using the Mediterranean Blooms Card Sampler host code to place your order, you will not qualify for other current host code rewards.
- Per Stampin’ Up! policy, card samplers can only be mailed within the United States.
You’ll receive all the materials to make six cards. You’ll quickly have beautiful cards ready to be mailed out to someone special. If you can’t make the cards once they arrive, no worries, each card is labeled in its own clear envelope which makes it easy to come back to later. Once you’ve made all the cards in the Sampler, you’ll be able to easily replicate each card by following the easy to follow directions in the PDF (pictures are included as well).
The special Mediterranean Blooms Card Sampler HOST CODE will close at the end of the day on April 7, 2025 and after that date, the Card Sampler will no longer be available.
Approximate ship date of the Card Sampler is April 17, 2025.
Click here to place an order
Supplies Needed To Create the Card Sampler
Listed below are the supplies you’ll need to complete the cards exactly as shown (or you can use what you already own). Simply click any of the products and you’ll be taken to my Stampin’ Up! online store. When placing your order, don’t forget to use the special Card Sampler Host Code (please do not use host code if your order is over $150 – see above).
Retiring In Colors 2023-2025
These colors are retiring. Some products have already sold out in these colors.
Last Chance Products
Click here to go straight to the Last Chance Products page on the Stampin’ Up! site!
Three New Stampin’ Up! Kits
Click each graphic below for more information about the kit.
Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit
Did you know that Paper Pumpkin has moved to the Stampin’ Up! website? You can now order subscriptions and manage your subscription on the Stampin’ Up! website! If you’d like to subscribe, please click the graphic below.
If you have a current subscription to Paper Pumpkin, you will need to claim your subscription. You can follow written directions, here or you can watch a video, here.
An additional coordinating add-on is available but only for Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Click the image below for more information.
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Mar 26, 2025 | Birthday Card
The card I’m sharing with you today was made using Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper (one of the ready-to-use die cuts), the Hearts & Hugs Bundle, the Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder and our Glossy Dots Assortment.
This was a very easy card to make! I started with Pool Party cardstock for the base of my card. Then, I cut another piece of Pool Party cardstock (you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List) and I embossed it using the Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder and my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Next, I adhered it using Multipurpose Glue to the front of the card.
I adhered the balloon (pre made die cut) to the front of the card using Multipurpose Glue. Then, I stamped the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using the Hearts & Hugs stamp set in Pool Party ink. Next, I cut it out using one of the dies in the Hearts & Hugs Dies. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card.
To complete my card, I added Pool Party dots to each end of the sentiment and three larger ones to the card front. Then, I cut a piece of Basic White cardstock and adhered it to the inside of the card.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store. The Specialty Plate is used with 3D Embossing Folders and Hybrid Embossing Folders.
Measurements
- Pool Party cardstock: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ score @ 4-1/4″
- Pool Party cardstock (first layer): 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): scrap
- Basic White cardstock (inside card): 4″ x 5-1/4″
- Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper: premade ready-to-use die cut
Last Chance Products
Click here to go straight to the Last Chance Products page on the Stampin’ Up! site!
Two New Stampin’ Up! Kits
Click each graphic below for more information about the kit.
Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit
Did you know that Paper Pumpkin has moved to the Stampin’ Up! website? You can now order subscriptions and manage your subscription on the Stampin’ Up! website! If you’d like to subscribe, please click the graphic below.
If you have a current subscription to Paper Pumpkin, you will need to claim your subscription. You can follow written directions, here or you can watch a video, here.
An additional coordinating add-on is available but only for Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Click the image below for more information.
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Feb 19, 2025 | Birthday Card
Today I’m sharing a card I made using Stampin’ Up! products: Beautiful Butterflies stamp set (a free gift you can earn with a $60 order during Sale-a-Bration*), Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper (only two cupcakes come in one package, so you’ll need two packs of this paper), Stylish Shapes Dies and Purple Adhesive-Backed Sequins (a free gift you can earn with a $60 order during Sale-a-Bration!). *Please note: If you choose the Beautiful Butterflies stamp set as your free gift, it has a special Sale-a-Bration product number, it’s not the regular item number.
I started with a piece of Pretty in Pink cardstock for the base of my card. Then, I added a strip of Wildflower Birthday DSP to the bottom of my card front.
I cut three Basic White cardstock circles using the Stylish Shapes Dies. Next, I adhered three cupcakes die cuts images to each circle. In case you didn’t see my message at the top, only two cupcakes come in a package of Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper so you’ll need two packages to make this card.
I stamped the sentiment in Pool Party ink onto Basic White cardstock and then cut it out using the Stylish Shapes Dies. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the top of the card. Then, I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to each cupcake circle and then added them to the front of the card.
I added two white Purple Adhesive-Backed Sequins to the front of the card. To complete my card, I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside of the card.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store. Please note: I’ve added the free Sale-a-Bration Beautiful Butterflies stamp set in my Supply List. It’s the second product.
Measurements
- Pretty in Pink cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ score at 4-1/4″
- Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper: 5-1/2″ x 2″
- Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper: premade die cuts (cupcakes)
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): scrap
- Basic White cardstock (inside card): 5-1/4″ x 4″
Sale-a-Bration
Click the graphic below to see what free products you can earn, then scroll down and click the different categories. On February 4th many more items were added to the $60 category! Please note: On the recently added products, these are products from the Mini and Annual Catalogs. You must use the Sale-a-Bration special item number, not the normal product number. Sale-a-Bration ends on February 28th!
Become a Demonstrator and Purchase the Starter Kit During Sale-a-Bration
Stampin’ Up! always has a really good join offer during Sale-a-Bration and this year is no different! You have two options this year:
Option #1:
- $125 worth of products for $99
- Two Free Marker Sets
- A Free Stamp Set – Handmade Designs Cling Stamp Set
- Free Shipping
- That’s a $216 value for $99
Option #2
- $125 worth of products for $99
- Plus and additional $30 to spend on Stampin’ Up! products
- Free Shipping
- That’s a $155 value for $99
You can join the Stampin’ Up! family of demonstrators! There’s no pressure at all to sell or hold workshops! You can join for the incredible value and for the fun! You’ll get an ongoing discount on all products and early access to all product launches! If you have more questions, you can look here, and if I don’t address your questions, just shoot me an email (look on the sidebar). If you’re ready to join the Stampin’ Up! family, you can click here.
Last Chance Products
Click here to go straight to the Last Chance Products page on the Stampin’ Up! site!
Two New Stampin’ Up! Kits
Click each graphic below for more information about the kit.
Paper Pumpkin Kit – Daisy Daydream
An additional coordinating add-on is available but only for Paper Pumpkin subscribers. Click the image below for more information.
Thanks for stopping by today!
