by Tracy | Jan 17, 2025 | Thank You Card
Before sharing my card with you today, I want to take some time to explain Sale-a-Bration.

With every $60 or $120 order you spend on Stampin’ Up! products (before tax/shipping), you get to choose a FREE Sale-a-Bration product. For instance, if your order before tax and shipping is $60, you can choose one item in the $60 category. If your order is $120 before tax and shipping, you can choose two products in the $60 category or one in the $120 category. There’s no limit to how many free products you can earn! If you click the graphic above, it will take you to a page where you can see the Sale-a-Bration products. Scroll down and click the $60 category and the $120 category. You’ll be able to choose your free Sale-a-Bration product(s) at check out.
The card I’m sharing with you today was made using the Memorable Blooms Bundle, Toadstool Gardens Designer Series Paper (it’s FREE with a $60 order during Sale-a-Bration), Nested Essentials Dies, and Purple Adhesive-Backed Sequins (this is also FREE with a $60 order during Sale-a-Bration).


I started with a piece of Fresh Freesia cardstock for the base of my card. Then I took a piece of Basic White cardstock (you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List) and put the octagon on it and ran it through my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. There will be an inner piece when you run the octagon through your die cutting machine. We won’t use this piece for today’s card. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card. I had to cut some dimensionals along the inner edge of the Stampin’ Dimensionals to fit along the sides. I hope that makes sense.


I cut a piece of Toadstool Gardens Designer Series Paper using the octagon. You will need the inner piece for the card today. I added adhesive to the back and then placed it in the octagon shape.
I stamped the flowers on Basic White cardstock using Memento Ink and the stamp set, Memorable Blooms. I colored it with these Stampin’ Blends: Fresh Freesia and Lemon Lime Twist. I then cut it out using the Memorable Blooms Dies.
I used the Memorable Blooms Dies to cut a piece of Lemon Lime Twist cardstock to cut the leaves. I then added the leaves to the front using Mini Glue Dots. I then added Mini Glue Dots to the flowers and adhered them to the front of the card.


I stamped the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using Fresh Freesia ink and the stamp set, Memorable Blooms. I cut it out using the Nested Essentials Dies, added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card. To complete my card, I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside and added three Purple Adhesive-Backed Gems to the Toadstool Gardens DSP.


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
- Fresh Freesia cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ scored at 5-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock (inside card): 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): scrap
- Basic White cardstock (flowers): scrap
- Lemon Lime Twist (leaves): scrap
- Toadstool Gardens Designer Series Paper: scrap


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!
Three New Stampin’ Up! Kits
Click each graphic below for more information about the kit.



Paper Pumpkin Kit – Hello Spring

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 day!
by Tracy | Jan 13, 2025 | You're the Best
I have two cards to share with you today. One was created using the Darling Dinos Bundle, Floral Delight Designer Series Paper, and Stylish Shapes Dies. The other one was created using all the same products but I also used Beautiful Bokeh 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper. This bundle wasn’t on my radar at all but once I saw all the cute cards made with it, I had to have it!


I started with a piece of Thick Basic White cardstock for the base of my card (you can find all the measurements I used below the Supply List). Next, I cut two pieces of Pool Party cardstock and two pieces of Floral Delight Designer Series Paper (DSP). I adhered the DSP to the Pool Party cardstock and then adhered the larger one to the front of the card and the other to the inside.


I cut a Basic White cardstock square and a Pool Party cardstock square using the Stylish Shapes Dies. I stamped the sentiment onto the Basic White square using Memento Ink and the Darling Dinos stamp set. I then adhered the Basic White square to the Pool Party square.


I stamped the dinosaur in Memento Ink and then colored him with Pool Party Stampin’ Blends (both light & dark) and Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends (just dark). I cut the dinosaur out using the Darling Dinos Dies, added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered him to the Basic White Square. On the back of the Pool Party square, I added Stampin’ Dimensionals on the right side only and then adhered it to the front flap.
To complete my card, I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside and added three Glossy Dots in Pool Party around the dinosaur.


Here’s another variation using Beautiful Bokeh 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper and Daffodil Delight cardstock.



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
- Thick Basic White cardstock or Daffodil Delight cardstock: 9″x 4-1/4″ scored at 3-1/2″
- Pool Party cardstock: 4″ x 3-1/4″
- Pool Party cardstock: 4″ x 1-3/4″
- Pool Party cardstock (square): approximately. 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″
- Floral Delight Designer Series Paper or Beautiful Bokeh Designer Series Paper: 3-3/4″ x 3″
- Floral Delight Designer Series Paper or Beautiful Bokeh Designer Series Paper: 3-3/4″ x 1-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (inside): 4″ x 3-1/4″
- Basic White cardstock (square): approx. 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (dinosaur): scrap
Floral Delight Card Sampler – Today’s the Last Day

My Floral Delight Card Sampler is now available! When you use the host code 9GYPS93M 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 Floral Delight Designer Series Paper and the With You in Mind stamp set to create this card sampler.
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 Floral Delight Card Sampler (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 Floral Delight Card Sampler will be shipped first-class mail approximately January 23, 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 Floral Delight 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 Floral Delight Card Sampler HOST CODE will close at the end of the day on January 13, 2025 and after that date, the Card Sampler will no longer be available.
Approximate ship date of the Card Sampler is January 23, 2025.
For more information about the Card Sampler and the supplies you’ll need to complete it, please click here.


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!
Three New Stampin’ Up! Kits
Click each graphic below for more information about the kit.



Paper Pumpkin Kit – Hello Spring

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 day!
by Tracy | Nov 7, 2024 | Christmas Card
The card I’m sharing today was made using the Stampin’ Up! Christmas Friends Bundle, the Painted Trees 3D Embossing Folder, Stampin’ Blends and the Nested Essentials Dies.


I started with a piece of Real Red cardstock for the base of my card. Then, I embossed a piece of Basic White cardstock using the Painted Trees 3D Embossing Folder and my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and adhered it to the card base.


I stamped the bear in Memento Ink onto Basic White cardstock using the Christmas Friends stamp set and then colored him with Stampin’ Blends. The colors I used were Real Red (dark) and Granny Apple Green (dark). Once I had the bear colored, I then cut him out using the Animal Friends Dies. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of the bear and then set him aside.


I stamped the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using Real Red ink and the Christmas Friends stamp set. Then, I cut the sentiment out using the second smallest banner in the Nested Essentials Dies. I figured out where I wanted the bear to be and the sentiment and then glued the sentiment onto the front of the card and then placed the bear on top of the sentiment being sure to cover the banner openings. To complete my card, I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside of the card. This card came together quickly!
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.
Measurements
- Real Red cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 5-1/2″
- Basic White (embossed): 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White (inside): 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock (bear): scrap
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 2-1/4″ x 1-1/2″
New Online Exclusives
New Online Exclusives went live this week. Click here to see what’s new!

Two New Stampin’ Up! Kits!
Click each graphic for more information!


November Paper Pumpkin Kit

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 | May 31, 2024 | Thinking of You Card
Happy Friday! Today’s card was created using the Hearts & Hugs Bundle. This bundle wasn’t one of my first purchases and I didn’t think I wanted it until I saw so many cute cards made with it! I also used 2024-2026 In Color Designer Series Paper, the Stylish Shapes Dies, the Dashing Designs 3D Embossing Folder and my Stampin’ Blends.


I started with a piece of Thick Basic White cardstock for the base of my card. Then, I added a layer of Petunia Pop cardstock and Basic White cardstock to the front of my card.
Next, I added a piece of 2024-2026 In Color Designer Series Paper to the front. I added a piece of Petunia Pop cardstock that I embossed using the Dashing Designs 3D Embossing Folder and then adhered it to the front of the card.


I used the Stylish Shapes Dies to cut two squares out of Basic White cardstock and then adhered the smaller square to the larger one. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of the larger square and placed it on the front of the card.


I stamped the mouse from the Hearts & Hugs stamp set onto Basic White cardstock using Memento Ink. I colored the cute mouse (I don’t think mice are cute in person but this one is) using Petal Pink, Gray Granite and Petunia Pop Stampin’ Blends. I then cut the mouse out using the Hearts & Hugs Dies.
I stamped the sentiment in Memento Ink onto a piece of Basic White cardstock using the Hearts & Hugs stamp set and then cut it out using the Stylish Shapes Dies. I cut the end off of the sentiment, otherwise it would stick out on the other side of the mouse. I adhered the sentiment to the mouse using Mini Glue Dots and then added more Mini Glue Dots to the mouse and adhered it to the smaller square.


To complete my card, I cut three hearts out of Petunia Pop cardstock using the Hearts & Hugs Dies, added Mini Glue Dots to the back of each one and adhered them to the front of the card. I’m so glad I purchased this bundle because I really enjoyed making this card! You can find the measurements I used below the Supply List.
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.
Measurements
- Thick Basic White cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″
- Petunia Pop cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Petunia Pop cardstock (embossed): 3-1/4″ x 2″
- Petunia Pop cardstock (hearts): scraps
- Basic White cardstock: 5″ x 3-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (larger square): approx. 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (smaller square): approx. 2-1/4″ x 2-1/4″
- 2024-2026 In Color Designer Series Paper: 4-3/4″ x 2″
Two New Kits Released This Month by Stampin’ Up!
Every month Stampin’ Up! releases two new kits and these two are for the month of May! Click the images below to get more information about the kits. I recently made the cards in the Hello Hollyhocks Kit and you can see them in this post.


Today’s The Last Day to Purchase the Starter Kit Special!!!

Stampin’ Up! is offering a Starter Kit special for the month of May 2024! This is one of the best Starter Kit specials I’ve seen. You’ll receive the following products in your Starter Kit at no additional cost (these products are an $82 value):
- 2024-2026 In Color Classic Stampin’ Pad Bundle (all five new In Color ink pads)
- 2024-2026 In Color 8-1/2″ x 11″ cardstock in each of the five colors
- 2024-2026 In Color 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper
- 2024-2026 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers
The Starter Kit is $99 but you’ll get to pick out $125 in Stampin’ Up! products of your choice and don’t forget the In Color products with a value of $82! The Starter Kit always ships FREE! Being a part of Stampin’ Up!’s creative community also comes with several perks, including early access to products, special discounts, earning product credit, exclusive trainings, demonstrator-only events, and so much more!
Click here for a flyer of the Starter Kit Special!
Click here to purchase the Starter Kit!
For some commonly asked questions about the Starter Kit, click here and then, scroll down.
Mystery Boxes

What’s a Mystery Box?
A Mystery Box is filled with retired products that I’d like to give to a new home. I’ve been a demonstrator for almost 15 years so you can just imagine how much I have! I have Medium Rate Flat Rate USPS shipping boxes stuffed with retired Stampin’ Up! product.The boxes contain stamps, dies, ribbon, embellishments and more! The boxes are already sealed and every box will be different and a mystery as to what’s inside! The value of each box is well over $200.
All of the products in the Mystery Boxes have retired but some have never been used, some are used and all are “as is”. Some of the stamp sets are wood mount.
You can place an order HERE.

There are two ways to get a Mystery Box
- Place a $125 or more order (before shipping/tax) at my Stampin’ Up! online store using the host code KQB3BP3Q and I will send a Mystery Box to you as a free gift and I’ll even pay the postage! Using the host code will alert me that you want a Mystery Box. If your order is $150 or more, please DO NOT use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product) directly from Stampin’ Up!. After you’ve placed your order (only if your order is $150 or more), please email me that you’d like a Mystery Box (click “Email Me” on the sidebar).
- If you don’t want to place an order, you can purchase a Mystery Box for $80 plus $15.00 postage. Email me that you want a box and I’ll send you a PayPal invoice (click “Email Me” on the sidebar).
More Information
- You must use the host code KQB3BP3Q when placing your order (if your order is over $150, do not use the host code – see above)
- $125 order must be before tax/shipping amount
- One box per order
- Using the host code will let me know you want a Mystery Box
- You’ll receive at least TWO Bradley Points with your order
- No refunds or exchanges.
- Each box will be different and a mystery! The boxes are already sealed up and I’m unable to take requests for the contents of the boxes.
- All of the original Mystery Boxes are gone but I’m boxing up more!
- Feel free to email me before placing an order to see if I have boxes available.

Life is Sweet Paper Pumpkin Kit – Subscribe by June 10th


Click here to learn about Paper Pumpkin and you can subscribe here too!
Thank you for stopping by today. Enjoy your weekend!
by Tracy | May 3, 2024 | Sending Love
Today I’m sharing several new products from the new Annual Catalog. I used the Country Flowers Bundle (which includes the Country Flowers stamp set and Country Flowers Dies), Country Lace Designer Series Paper, Deckled Circles Dies and Adhesive-Backed Sparkle Gems.



I started off with a piece of Smoky Slate cardstock for the base of my card. Then, I layered a piece of Country Lace Designer Series Paper with a piece of Basic White cardstock and adhered the layer to the front of the card.



Next, I used the Deckled Circles Dies to cut a circle out of Basic White cardstock and then the next larger size out of Smoky Slate cardstock. I stamped the sentiment in Memento ink at the bottom of the Basic White circle and then adhered the Basic White circle to the Smoky Slate circle.
I stamped the leaves and pot onto a piece of Basic White cardstock using Memento Ink. I colored the leaves using Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends and the pot was colored with Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends.

I used the Country Flowers Dies to cut the leaves and pot out. I adhered the pot above the sentiment and then added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the leaves and adhered them to the pot.

To complete my card I added three Adhesive-Backed Sparkle Gems around the pot of leaves and I adhered a piece of Basic White 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.
Measurements
- Smoky Slate cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ scored at 5-1/2″
- Smoky Slate cardstock: approx. 4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock: approx. 3-3/4″ x 3-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock: scrap for pot
- Basic White cardstock: scrap for leaves
- Country Lace Designer Series Paper: 5″ x 3-3/4
Starter Kit Special

Stampin’ Up! is now offering a Starter Kit special! New demonstrators will receive the following products in their Starter Kit at no additional cost (these products are an $82 value):
- 2024-2026 In Color Classic Stampin’ Pad Bundle (all five new In Color ink pads)
- 2024-2026 In Color 8-1/2″ x 11″ cardstock in each of the five colors
- 2024-2026 In Color 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper
- 2024-2026 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers
The Starter Kit is $99 but you’ll get to pick out $125 in Stampin’ Up! products of your choice and don’t forget the In Color products with a value of $82! The Starter Kit always ships FREE! Being a part of Stampin’ Up!’s creative community also comes with several perks, including early access to products, special discounts, earning product credit, exclusive trainings, demonstrator-only events, and so much more!
Click here for a flyer of the Starter Kit Special!
Click here to purchase the Starter Kit!
Mystery Boxes Are Still Available with a New Host Code

What’s a Mystery Box?
I offered Mystery Boxes last year but I still have SO MUCH retired Stampin’ Up! product in my home and I’d like to give it all to a new home. I’ve been a demonstrator for almost 15 years so you can just imagine how much I have! I have Medium Rate Flat Rate USPS shipping boxes stuffed with retired Stampin’ Up! product.The boxes contain Designer Series Paper, stamps, dies, ribbon, embellishments and more! The boxes are already sealed and every box will be different and a mystery as to what’s inside! The value of each box is well over $200.
All of the products in the Mystery Boxes have retired but some have never been used, some are used and all are “as is”. Some of the stamp sets are wood mount.
You can place an order HERE.
PLEASE NOTE: I won’t be able to mail any Mystery Boxes until Monday, May 6th but one will be set aside for you!

There are two ways to get a Mystery Box
- Place a $125 or more order (before shipping/tax) at my Stampin’ Up! online store using the host code VCQST97K. I will send a Mystery Box to you as a free gift and I’ll even pay the postage! Using the host code will alert me that you want a Mystery Box. If your order is $150 or more, please DO NOT use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product) directly from Stampin’ Up!. After you’ve placed your order (only if your order is $150 or more), please email me that you’d like a Mystery Box (click “Email Me” on the sidebar).
- If you don’t want to place an order, you can purchase a Mystery Box for $80 plus $15.00 postage. Email me that you want a box and I’ll send you a PayPal invoice (click “Email Me” on the sidebar).
More Information
- You must use the host code VCQST97K when placing your order (if your order is over $150, do not use the host code – see above)
- $125 order must be before tax/shipping amount
- One box per order
- Using the host code will let me know you want a Mystery Box
- You’ll receive at least TWO Bradley Points with your order
- No refunds or exchanges.
- All boxes have two Designer Series Paper packages, at least three die bundles, an additional four stamp sets and other goodies added in.
- Each box will be different and a mystery! The boxes are already sealed up and I’m unable to take requests for the contents of the boxes.
- Once all the boxes are gone, I’ll update this page.
- Feel free to email me before placing an order to see if I have boxes available.
- Only available while supplies last.
PLEASE NOTE: I won’t be able to mail any Mystery Boxes until Monday, May 6th but one will be set aside for you!

The Best There Is Paper Pumpkin Kit

Click here to purchase The Best There Is Paper Pumpkin Kit!
Purchase the coordinating Thanks & Beyond Dies (only available to active Paper Pumpkin subscribers).

Thanks for stopping by today!