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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Kits Are Cool!!

Kits by Stampin’ Up! are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. They are quick, fun, easy and economical too.  All-inclusive project kits have everything you need in one box! Give as a gift or try them yourself. Kits are while supplies last. Order today!"

Here are a few of my favorites:

Painted Wishes   $15.00   #163235   click here to order



If you're looking for a way to spread love and kindness around you then the Painted Wishes Kit is what you need! Rich in watercolor designs, colorful florals, and heartfelt greetings, this kit includes the supplies to create nine all-occasion greeting cards that will make kind words flourish all around you! It also includes printed sentiments.

Kit includes:

  • Predesigned projects
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
  • Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
  • Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
  • 9 preprinted envelopes
  • Gold & Pretty Peacock foiled labels
  • Pretty Peacock sequins
  • Gold cord
  • Enough adhesive to complete projects
Product colors: Garden Green, Lemon Lime Twist, Moody Mauve, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock, Wild Wheat

Heirloom Arrangements   $23.00   #165007   click here to order



 With detailed vintage designs, eight card options, and loosely choreographed instructions, you can let your creativity shine and still have everything you need for your projects right at your fingertips.

DETAILS
- Makes 8 cards: 1 each of 8 designs
- Folded card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.5 x 14.9 cm)
- Colors: Basic Black, Blueberry Bushel, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Garden Green, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Pretty in Pink, Pretty Peacock
- Also available in French

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Heirloom Arrangements Photopolymer Stamp Set
- Clear stamp block
- Pecan Pie Classic Stampin’ Spot
- Basic instructions
- 8 printed envelopes
- Precut elements
- Specialty vellum
- Adhesive
- A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed box for storage or crafting on the go

Welcoming Garden $24.00   #165661   click here to order 




Create your own charming, garden-themed cards with the Welcoming Garden Kit. Featuring precut, colorful flowers and unique garden gates, this all-inclusive kit is perfect for crafting a heartfelt thank-you card or a note to say a friendly hello.


DETAILS
- Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
- Folded card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.5 x 14.9 cm)
- Colors: Basic Black, Berry Burst, Calypso Coral, Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Garden Green, Granny Apple Green, Gray Granite, Highland Heather, Lemon Lime Twist, Pecan Pie, Pool Party
- Also available in French.

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Welcoming Garden Photopolymer Stamp Set
- Clear stamp block
- Crumb Cake Classic Stampin’ Spot
- Step-by-step instructions
- 9 printed envelopes
- Adhesive
- A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed box for storage or crafting on the go



Bunch of Thanks  $23.00   #166212  click here to order




Brighten someone’s day with handmade floral cards from the Bunch of Thanks Kit. With hand-drawn designs, heartfelt gratitude sentiments, and preprinted pieces, this all-inclusive card making kit helps you craft stunning cards in minutes—no extra supplies needed.

DETAILS
- Makes 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs
- Folded card size: approx. 3-3/4" x 5-1/2" (9.5 x 14 cm)
- Colors: Bubble Bath, Coastal Cabana, Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Early Espresso, Old Olive, Mossy Meadow, Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger
- Also available in French

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Bunch of Thanks Photopolymer Stamp Set
- Clear stamp block
- Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Spot
- Step-by-step instructions
- 8 printed envelopes
- Adhesive

Beautiful Blues $23.00  #165658   click here to order




Craft timeless handmade cards for sharing messages of friendship, support, and sympathy with the Beautiful Blues Kit. This all-inclusive crafting kit comes with everything you need to create nine lovely cards featuring hand-painted floral designs and a palette of soothing blues.

DETAILS
- Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
- Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
- Colors: Basic White, Blueberry Bushel, Night of Navy
- Also available in French

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
- Beautiful Blues Photopolymer Stamp Set
- Clear stamp block
- Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot™
- Step-by-step instructions
- 9 printed card bases
- 9 printed envelopes
- Precut paper pieces, dot embellishments
- Adhesive










Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Still Blooming in September

 Flowers are still blooming all over our yard here in South Carolina. Love the colors in this patterned paper! Petunia Pop is the bomb! You know when I was a teenager my comforter was a large colorful floral and the main color was very close to Petunia Pop:) My Mom was thrilled because I had some pink in my room lol! I was a tomboy who loved blue and she was always trying to subtly make a girl out of me.

Notice the sentiments on the inside? They are from a retired set. As all card makers do, I look for just the right sentiment for card to send to someone. Thanks to my Sentiments Binder, I can quickly and easily find just the right one out of my huge collection of stamps. A blog post and pictures are here: https://scmagnolia.blogspot.com/2025/09/craft-room-mini-make-over.html



Stamps

Pretty Florals bundle, Wisteria Wishes (retired)

Paper

Petunia Pop, Secret Sea,  Basic White, Old Olive, Garden Green, Florals in Bloom Designer Series Paper

Ink

Petunia Pop, Old Olive, Secret Sea, Pretty in Pink

Tools

Sweet Blooms Dies, Stylish Shapes Dies





Monday, September 8, 2025

Craft Room Mini Make Over

 Since Stampin' Up! is changing the stamp packaging to envelopes instead of the CD cases, I decided to retro fit my stamp sets. Come watch the video and take a look at the photos. The Avery Elle Envelopes I used are from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Avery-Elle-SS-5001-Storage-PkgLarge/dp/B01LVVB59K/ref=sr_1_1_pp?sr=8-1




This is a kind of before photo of my stamp storage, I had just decided to convert to envelopes & bought the hot pink cratess to put envelopes in. After putting a few in the crates, I thought there's no way I want to take down an entire crate full of stamps to look through them for the one I want.


Before storage table. I looked over here and began thinking how else I could store the crates of stamps.




After: I moved the crates of stamps now stored in envelopes, to this taple top. This is right next to the basket of cards.



After: I moved the file box of current Patterned Paper to the storage cube where the CD storage case full of stamps was. I like this because now all my papers are in one spot. Current patterned paper on the left, then two file boxes of current cardstock. On the shelf below is a box of retired cardstock and one of retired patterned paper.




The diecutting and computer area didn't change.


My desk area did not change either, even Tesla is at home in her spot! I love having my childhood furniture in my craft space. My parents died when I was a young adult and this comforts me more than I can say. Besides, why shell out the big money to install cabinets and countertops when that money can be used for MORE ART AND CRAFT MATERIALS! lol Besides, I am my Scottish parents daughter, very practical; reuse instead of buying new.

Sentiments Binder


I have always copied the stamp insert page and filed each one in my Sentiments Binder. That way when looking for a sentiment and greeting for a card, I can easily see what I have available. After the mini makeover of my craft room, I wanted to make my binder more efficient. So I stamped all the sentiments and greeting in alllll of my stamps sets. I then wrote the name of the stamp set, drew a line then added the next one. I have dividers labeled with occasions such as: birthdays, thinking of you, thank you, baby, wedding/anniversary, etc.





Sunday, August 31, 2025

Sneak Peak Holiday Catalog

 Isn't this pretty? I love, love LOVE this patterned paper!! This bundle is from the new Sept. to Dec. Mini Catalog, which will be available to customers on Sept. 5. That's only five days away... next Friday:) Yay!

This bundle is called Christmas Greenery and the coordinating  patterned paper is called Traditions of Christmas Designer Series Paper. There is also a coordinating package of embellishments called Traditional Sparkling Sequins which is gorgeous! My package will be here in a couple of days, then I will add some bling to this card. Oh the card design! I got this idea from fellow Demo Tara Carpenter. I couldn't resist casing her beautiful design!

  • Christmas Greenery Bundle
  • Spotlight On Nature Dies (largest dotted line circle)
  • Stylish Shapes Dies
  • Traditions of Christmas DSP
  • Nature's Sweetness DSP
  • Cardstocks: Old Olive, Cherry Cobbler, Secret Sea, Basic White
  • Ink Pads: Secret Sea, Cherry Cobbler, Memento Tuxedo Black
  • Stampin' Blends: Cherry Cobbler, Secret Sea, Old Olive, Pretty In Pink

Card Base: Secret Sea 5-1/2" x 11" score@ 1-3/4", 3-3/8", 7*5/8", and 9-3/4"

Belly Band: Secret Sea 1-1/4" x 11"

Circle Diecut: Secret Sea 4" x 4"

Inside Panel: Cherry Cobbler 5-3/8" x 4-1/8"

Inside Panel: Basic White 5-1/4" x 4"

Pine Branch Dies: Old Olive 3" x 2" (cut 3) 

Circle Diecut:  Nature's Sweetness DSP 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" 

Card Front Panels: Plaid Traditions of Christmas 5-3/8" x 2" (cut 2)

Card Front Panels: Red Polka Dots Traditions of Christmas 5-3/8" x 1-1/8" (cut 2)









Monday, August 25, 2025

Product of the Month Program Replaces Sale-A-Bration


Something amazing is in the works! After months of planning (and years of discussion!), Stampin’ Up! is rolling out a brand-new promotion: the Product of the Month! As with Sale-A-Bration, this promotion incentivizes reaching a purchasing threshold—and that can mean additional sales for you! 


The Product of the Month is a GREAT deal! Here’s how it works: with a spend of $75 USD, you will be able to unlock the Product of the Month and purchase it for only $5 USD. Please note: customers will only be eligible for one of each Product of the Month offering.


These will be unique, exclusive products like Designer Series Paper, stamp sets, and more. When does it start? December! This gives you plenty of time to plan and strategize how you will use this new promotion to build your business. 

https://su-media.s3.amazonaws.com/media/weekly-updates/2025/PRODUCT_OF_THE_MONTH_Q%26A_NA-en.pdf

Three New Kits Available

https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/other-products/kits-collection



Sunday, August 24, 2025

Pop Out Tri-Fold

 I have another fun fold for you this week! This is pretty easy to make too. I've used the Florals in Bloom patterned paper and Strawberry Slush cardstock. Video and PDF tutorial are found below. Enjoy:)





PDF Tutorial HERE



Friday, August 22, 2025

Product Changes

 

New and Improved Stamp and Die Packaging

As part of our transition away from cling stamps, we’re excited to introduce updated packaging for stamps and dies! Because photopolymer stamps are thinner, we’re able to offer sleeker, slimmer packaging that saves space. Both stamps and dies will now come in the same size and style of packaging, making it easier than ever to store bundles and coordinating products together. The new packaging is similar to our current die packaging—durable, clear plastic envelopes—but with an exciting improvement: Die packaging will now feature printed artwork for quick and easy identification! Stamp packaging will continue to display artwork as well.

Stampin’ Write Markers
We have also decided to discontinue Stampin’ Write Markers. With the growing popularity of Stampin’ Blends, we’ve seen a steady decline in sales of Stampin’ Write Markers. One of the primary techniques unique to Stampin’ Write Markers is coloring directly on cling stamps—a technique that will become less relevant as we transition away from cling.

I'm here to answer any questions you may have and provide personalized support.


  • Although cling stamps are being phased out, great designs and stamping experiences will continue with photopolymer options.

  • I want to encourage those of you who love cling stamps or Stampin’ Write Markers to grab your favorites while supplies last.

  • The new packaging is a space-saving, organizing-friendly update that makes it easier to store stamps and dies together. New packaging measures 5-5/8" x 9"

  • Stamps and dies will now come in the same size and style of packaging, making it easy to store bundles and coordinating products together.

  • Packaging is clear with an insert that displays stamp or die artwork for quick and easy identification—yes, both stamp and die packaging will now show artwork!

  • Larger packaging dimensions allow us to showcase more stamp artwork at 100% on the insert. Sleek, slim design will help you store more in less space.

  • Envelope closure includes a tuck-in flap for quick and easy opening and closing. Packaging is sized to fit a variety of organization systems.

  • Die packaging will now include printed artwork for quick and easy identification, and stamp packaging will continue to show artwork as well.

  • All new stamps and dies starting with November Online Exclusives will come in the new packaging.

  • Photopolymer stamps released prior to November will transition to the new packaging with a rolling change. During this time, you may receive some stamps in old packaging and some in new. Transition will vary across markets based on inventory levels.





Q: Will you offer empty packaging so I can transfer my current photopolymer stamps and dies to the new packaging?

A: Yes. Empty Stamp & Die Organizers (167772) will be available in packs of 10 as part of the November 2025 Online Exclusives starting on November
Stamp & Die Organizers (167772)
* $16
* 10-pack
* 5-5/8" x 9"


Q: Will bundled stamps and dies come in the same package?

A: No. Bundled stamps and dies will come in separate packages, but their packages are the same size and style, making it easier for you to store them together.


Q: How will hybrid embossing folders be packaged?

A: Hybrid embossing folders will still include the embossing folder and coordinating die packaged together in a basic cello bag. No changes are being made to the embossing folder packaging. The die portion, however, will come in the new die packaging with printed artwork. In rare cases, due to the size or shape of certain dies, slightly larger packaging may be used.


Q: Will embossing folders come in new packaging?

A: No. Embossing folder packaging is not changing at this time.


Q: Will I still be able to order the Standard Stamp Cases (119105)?

A: Yes! We plan to continue offering this product and will evaluate its availability as part of our regular product lifecycle reviews.


Q: Can I use the new Stamp & Die Organizers (167772) to store other Stampin’ Up! products?

A: Absolutely! They’re a great space-saving solution for storing a variety of crafting essentials—embellishments, ephemera packs, and more!