Stampin’ Up! Fern & Flora for the Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop

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Good Thursday morning stamping friends welcome to our Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop. If you are starting with me, thank you, I hope you will stop by everyone’s blog to see the awesome projects they have created this week. If you are hopping over from Mary’s blog, thank you for stopping by. This week we have a Theme Challenge to work with. Here is my card using this week’s theme.

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I used the new Stampin’ Up! Fern & Flora Bundle for my card today.

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Adhere the light side of the Secret Sea Tow-Tone cardstock to the front of a Basic White card base. Using the Fern & Flora Dies, cut the flowers from panels of Berry Burst and Golden Glow. Cut the leaf images from panels of Peaceful Pine and Mossy Meadow using the Fern & Flora Dies. Cut the 2 labels from panels of Basic White and Gold Foil Sheet and the flower center from Basic White.

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On the light side of the Secret Sea Tow-Tone cardstock, add Secret Sea Ink using the Blending Brush. Using the Blending Brush, add Mossy Meadow Ink to the Mossy Meadow die cuts in the center. Stamp the small leaf image from the Fern & Flora stamp set in Secret Sea Ink all around the edges of the inked panel. Adhere the die cut leaves around the sides of the panel, letting some hang off the edge.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Fern & Flora stamp set in Secret Sea Ink on the die cut label. Adhere the Basic White label to the Gold Foil Label. Adhere the layered labels to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the flower pieces together then adhere the flowers to the card front randomly with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add Dewdrops Embellishments to the card front.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Fern & Flora stamp set in Secret Sea Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the small leaf image from the Fern & Flora stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink around the top of the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Secret Sea Tow-Tone mat then to the inside of the Basic White card base.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to complete your card. Stamp the small leaf image from the Fern & Flora stamp set in Mossy Meadow Ink on the envelope front and flap full strength and stamped off once.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. Now that you’ve seen my card, let’s get on with the hop! Click the next button below to hop over to see what Tara has created. Happy Hopping

Just in case you get lost along the way, here is a list of the team members involved in the hop today.

Amy Koenders

Mary Deatherage

Karen Ksenzakovic You Are Here

Tara Carpenter

Terry Lynn Bright

Nicole Bloxom

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 4 1/4″ x 11″(card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″), 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner)
  • Berry Burst Cardstock (die cuts)
  • Golden Glow Cardstock (die cuts)
  • Peaceful Pine Cardstock (die cuts)
  • Mossy Meadow Cardstock (die cuts)
  • Secret Sea Two-Tone Cardstock 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″(card front), 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front panel), 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(inner liner mat)
  • Gold Foil Sheets (die cut)

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Product List

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]

[166780]
$14.00

Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 144243 ]

[144243]
$14.00

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 133676 ]

[133676]
$14.00

Secret Sea 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166709 ]

[166709]
$10.00

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147111 ]

[147111]
$9.00

Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad [ 165285 ]

[165285]
$9.00

Gold Foil Sheets [ 132622 ]

[132622]
$5.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes [ 159236 ]

[159236]
$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]

[149653]
$140.00

Mini Glue Dots [ 103683 ]

[103683]
$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]

[110755]
$6.00

Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]

[104430]
$4.25

Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]

[152813]
$8.00

Bone Folder [ 102300 ]

[102300]
$8.00

Take Your Pick [ 144107 ]

[144107]
$12.00

Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]

[152392]
$28.00

Small Blending Brushes [ 160518 ]

[160518]
$14.00

Stampin’ Up! March Online Exclusive Bundles are back in Stock Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards from me Until March 24

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Hi Stamping friends. This is my 2nd post today to let you all know that the March Online Exclusive Bundles that you’ve been waiting for, are back in stock. I offered Double Rewards when the Online Exclusives went live and I know how disappointed a lot of you were that you couldn’t get what you wanted. I decided to offer my Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards again now that they are available.

Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards

The new March Online Exclusives are now available to order.  I’m offering Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards. THAT’S 2X THE REWARDS FOR YOU FROM ME!!!  Starting today March 3 – Monday March 9 for all orders over $50 (before tax & shipping)!! How does this work? For a $50 you’ll earn 2 rewards, $100 you’ll earn 4 rewards, $150 you’ll earn 6 rewards, etc. Hurry over to my Online Store and get those orders in for those March Online Exclusives and earn those Double Rewards!!

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New Basic Black Hybrid Ink Pad Coming in May 2026!

Stampin’ Up! is releasing a new Basic Black Hybrid Stampin’ Pad (166648) and the Basic Black Hybrid Ink Refill (166649)* with the May–August 2026 Catalog!!  The new ink has the ability to work with various coloring techniques.  In fact, it’s called “hybrid” because it has similar characteristics to StāzOn and Memento—you can use this single pad for watercolor techniques AND techniques featuring Stampin’ Blends!  The new hybrid ink will be a coloring go-to.

STĀZON & MEMENTO INK UPDATE:

Something that has us less excited is how increasingly difficult it has become to source StāzOn and Memento ink. The timing of the Hybrid ink is fortunate, as it’s releasing right as Stampin’ Up! will be forced to discontinue the following products once existing inventory is gone:

  • Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad (132708)
  • Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Refill (133456)
  • Jet Black StāzOn Ink Pad (101406)
  • Jet Black StāzOn Ink Refill (102566)
  • Saddle Brown StāzOn Ink Pad (151508)
  • Saddle Brown StāzOn Ink Refill (152820)
  • StāzOn Cleaner (109196)

Here are a few things to note about the ink transition:  

  • All discontinued items listed above will be available while supplies last.  If Stampin’ Up! sells out of items ahead of them being moved to the Last Chance Products list, they will be labeled unavailable and be removed from the online store.
  • * The Basic Black Hybrid Ink Refill (166649) will not be available for several months and will not be listed in the Online Store when the catalog releases to customers.  As soon as Stampin’ Up! provides an update on when the refills are available, I’ll let you know.

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Virtual Album Retreat – Happiness is Here – Now Available

The Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here is now available to order while supplies last. I’ve got a little special just for you. If you purchase the Album Retreat through me, I’m going to give you the Album of your choice absolutely FREE. *The numbers and a link to my Google Form are at the bottom of this post.

Join Stampin’ Up! this April for their Virtual Album Retreat, a three-day, virtual event where you’ll craft along with Stampin’ Up! staff as they go through the step-by-step process of creating a 10-spread scrapbook album using the 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit.  

Mark your calendars now and join in April for this unique event!

You can see the page layouts and more details about the retreat by clicking the image above.

Here are the details for this event:

Who: Crafters who love to scrapbook!

When: April 29–May 1, 2026, from about 2:00–9:00 p.m. (MT)

  • Note: End times may vary.

Where: Private Facebook Group

Registration: There is no registration for this event! When you purchase the 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit, you’ll get access to an exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream.

Price of 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit: $250

Language of Event: This event will be presented in English only.

After the Event: You can access the recorded event videos on the exclusive Facebook group. Videos with English, French, German, and Dutch captioning will be available through the Facebook group within two weeks after the live stream.

Here is what’s included in the kit:

Item: 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit (168051)

Includes: Two stamp sets; Designer Series Paper and Two-Tone Cardstock with cut guidelines printed on the back; single-sided Designer Series Paper; printed precut images and stickers; embellishments; Linen Thread; Golden Glow Shimmer Brush; White Gel Pen; Memory Protectors™; Flip Flaps™; and photo placeholders.*

Price: $250 

Language: The stamp set and all kit components are English only. The kit instructions will be translated into English, French, German, and Dutch.

Ordering Begins: March 18, 2026 (Order yours early to get it in time for the event!)

Head over to my Online Store and order yours today!!

*Albums sold separately. Consider purchasing the 1-1/2″ Post 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Album (166515) or the D-Ring 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Album (166516).There are some additional products that you’ll need to create the pages, you can find that list right here (click to open this as a full page, printable document):

Click Here to fill out the Google Form for your Free Album.

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Poetry Garden Online Class Registration Open

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer a fun online class using Stampin’ Up! March Online Exclusive Poetry Garden Suite.  We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 Fun Fold Cards.  Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

  • Stampin’ Up! Garden Epoxy Dots (full pack)
  • Stampin’ Up! Berry Burst 1/4″ Shiny Ribbon (full pack)
  • Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
  • Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
  • PDF with detailed directions

During sign up you will have the option to add additional items to your order that you can take advantage of at no additional shipping cost.  These items are optional, however if you want to recreate the cards you will need them. If you’ve attended a previous class, you were given a discount code, there is a spot to put that code on the form and the discount only applies to the products that you check off that you wish to purchase, not the class.  Since the Bundles are already discounted, the discount does not apply to them either.

The class will be held Sunday April 26th from 1 to 4 pm Eastern Time via Zoom.  This allows anyone in the United States to participate live!  Can’t join us live… no worries, we will record the session so it can be replayed at any time.

I will email written directions that will include directions, cardstock cuts as well as photos to help you create each card.

The bundles are not included in the price of the class.  You can purchase the bundle through me at an additional 10% discount of the Online Exclusive price (see below).

Class Cost $40 + $10 (Shipping) 

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price.  I will invoice you through PayPal and invoices must be paid by April 5th to insure I can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.  

Deadline: Sunday April 5th 

Click Here to register for the class now!! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Stampin’ Up! May-August 2026 Catalog Coming Soon!!

The Stampin’ Up! May-August 2026 Catalog is coming soon. I’ll be ordering the new catalog next week and shipped them out to my customers, if you’re one of my customers, you should’ve received one in the mail. To be a customer of mine, you need to have placed an order with me within the last year, and you will automatically receive the catalog. If you would like a copy of the catalog from me, just go to my Online Store and place an order and you will be on my list to receive the new catalog.

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

Stampin’ Up! 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here Now Available and a Special Offer From Me to You

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Good Wednesday morning stamping friends. We’re halfway through the week and halfway through the month already. This month is flying by. We’re back to being cold here in NJ, we got that little tease last week of warm air now it’s back to wearing my winter coat. I do have daffodils popping up, so that’s a sure sign that spring is coming.

Who are all my Scrapbookers? The Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here is now available to order while supplies last. I’ve got a little special just for you. If you purchase the Album Retreat through me, I’m going to give you the Album of your choice absolutely FREE. *The numbers and a link to my Google Form are at the bottom of this post.

Join Stampin’ Up! this April for their Virtual Album Retreat, a three-day, virtual event where you’ll craft along with Stampin’ Up! staff as they go through the step-by-step process of creating a 10-spread scrapbook album using the 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit.  

Mark your calendars now and join in April for this unique event!

You can see the page layouts and more details about the retreat by clicking the image above.

Here are the details for this event:

Who: Crafters who love to scrapbook!

When: April 29–May 1, 2026, from about 2:00–9:00 p.m. (MT)

  • Note: End times may vary.

Where: Private Facebook Group

Registration: There is no registration for this event! When you purchase the 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit, you’ll get access to an exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream.

Price of 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit: $250

Language of Event: This event will be presented in English only.

After the Event: You can access the recorded event videos on the exclusive Facebook group. Videos with English, French, German, and Dutch captioning will be available through the Facebook group within two weeks after the live stream.

Here is what’s included in the kit:

Item: 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit (168051)

Includes: Two stamp sets; Designer Series Paper and Two-Tone Cardstock with cut guidelines printed on the back; single-sided Designer Series Paper; printed precut images and stickers; embellishments; Linen Thread; Golden Glow Shimmer Brush; White Gel Pen; Memory Protectors™; Flip Flaps™; and photo placeholders.*

Price: $250 

Language: The stamp set and all kit components are English only. The kit instructions will be translated into English, French, German, and Dutch.

Ordering Begins: March 18, 2026 (Order yours early to get it in time for the event!)

Head over to my Online Store and order yours today!!

*Albums sold separately. Consider purchasing the 1-1/2″ Post 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Album (166515) or the D-Ring 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Album (166516).There are some additional products that you’ll need to create the pages, you can find that list right here (click to open this as a full page, printable document):

Click Here to fill out the Google Form for your Free Album.

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Poetry Garden Online Class Registration Open

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer a fun online class using Stampin’ Up! March Online Exclusive Poetry Garden Suite.  We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 Fun Fold Cards.  Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

  • Stampin’ Up! Garden Epoxy Dots (full pack)
  • Stampin’ Up! Berry Burst 1/4″ Shiny Ribbon (full pack)
  • Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
  • Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
  • PDF with detailed directions

During sign up you will have the option to add additional items to your order that you can take advantage of at no additional shipping cost.  These items are optional, however if you want to recreate the cards you will need them. If you’ve attended a previous class, you were given a discount code, there is a spot to put that code on the form and the discount only applies to the products that you check off that you wish to purchase, not the class.  Since the Bundles are already discounted, the discount does not apply to them either.

The class will be held Sunday April 26th from 1 to 4 pm Eastern Time via Zoom.  This allows anyone in the United States to participate live!  Can’t join us live… no worries, we will record the session so it can be replayed at any time.

I will email written directions that will include directions, cardstock cuts as well as photos to help you create each card.

The bundles are not included in the price of the class.  You can purchase the bundle through me at an additional 10% discount of the Online Exclusive price (see below).

Class Cost $40 + $10 (Shipping) 

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price.  I will invoice you through PayPal and invoices must be paid by April 5th to insure I can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.  

Deadline: Sunday April 5th 

Click Here to register for the class now!! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Stampin’ Up! May-August 2026 Catalog Coming Soon!!

The Stampin’ Up! May-August 2026 Catalog is coming soon. I’ll be ordering the new catalog next week and shipped them out to my customers, if you’re one of my customers, you should’ve received one in the mail. To be a customer of mine, you need to have placed an order with me within the last year, and you will automatically receive the catalog. If you would like a copy of the catalog from me, just go to my Online Store and place an order and you will be on my list to receive the new catalog.

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Don’t forget to Check out my Retired List

I’ve updated my Retired List. I’ve added a LOT more items that have been retired by Stampin’ Up! at a discounted price. Check out my list, there might be something that you missed out on and really wanted. You can find it by Clicking Here.

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Lakeside Retreat April Paper Pumpkin
Subscribe March 11 – April 10

PAPER PUMPKIN
– Is our monthly One-Stop Box that offers a unique variety of paper projects for crafters of any skill level to enjoy!
– Thoughtfully themed and all-inclusive craft kits encourage you to explore your creativity, try new techniques, and discover your potential in paper crafting.

Show your appreciation for the men in your life with cards inspired by tranquil waterside scenes.

• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes

• Precut paper pieces and enamel pebble embellishments

• Stamp set tailored to male recipients

• Coordinating colors: Balmy Blue, Misty Moonlight, Old Olive, Peaceful Pine (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Pecan Pie, Pool Party

Coordinates with the Waterside Retreat Suite Collection (item 167932)

Subscribe to the April Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 March

and 10 April by clicking here!

Don’t miss the coordinating
Wonderful Scenes Dies Add-On!

Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Wonderful Scenes Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a detailed sign post, a sparkling firework, butterflies, flowers, or the word Wonderful to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Lakeside Retreat Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Sparkling Celebrations Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Bikes & Blooms Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options!

DETAILS
– 5 dies
– Largest die: 2 1/4” x 3”

#168665 $13.00

You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. Become a subscriber, by clicking here!

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

Stampin’ Up! OnStage Sneak Peeks

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Good Tuesday morning stamping friends. HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!!! How many Irish friends do I have out there? I don’t have a stitch of Irish in me, but my mom would make corned beef and cabbage every year on St. Patrick’s Day with a loaf of Italian bread. No one in my family likes it, so I haven’t had it in years.

OnStage 2026 is in the books. I arrived home around 10pm Sunday night, it was so good to get home to my own bed and pillow. My girls went crazy when I walked in the house and stayed by my side the rest of the night, following me room to room. My intention was to post this yesterday, but there were technology issues with my computer and phone, so it had to wait until today.

There’s a lot of photos here from Sunny California’s OnStage. Here we go.

First thing we all did was registered and received out swag. After picking it up we had a little bit of time before our first session started.

After the first session, a group of us went to Tequilla Jack’s for a delicious dinner together. Others went to the Welcome party they had.

Friday morning Amy, Mary, Tara and I got to go to OnStage+ which was a breakfast for leaders. We each received a small bag to match our large bag. After breakfast, our sessions began. Once everything was over, a group of us headed out for an Italian dinner, which was delicious.

After dinner it was time for After Hours for those who signed up. We received a bundle along with some DSP and cardstock and got to create some cards (I’ll be showing those tomorrow).

This is one of the new bundles coming in May.

Jo, Sue, LeAnne and Carole are hard at work creating. This is really a beautiful suite, and I can’t wait to get the rest of it.

We even got to play with a couple of the new Stamp Pads in the 2026-2028 In-Colors. Afterwards we all headed to our rooms to rest up for Saturday.

Here are some peeks at some of the new DSP coming in May

Here are some peeks at some new suite and bundles coming in May.

They held off until Saturday to give us our catalogs.

Stampin’ Up! does a lot of celebrating by having us walk across the stage and waving. I had to go up a few times, once for becoming Silver Elite and once for hitting my 100K in career to date sales. Mary, Amy and I went up on stage together to celebrate earning the 2026 Incentive trip.

Every year we try to take a group picture at one of their props they have set up.

Every year after it’s all over, we all gather for a pizza party. This year we gathered in Mary’s room to eat pizza and salad, chat and laugh.

Hope you enjoyed seeing the pictures from the weekend. We all had such a great time together, chatting, laughing and getting to know one another and we’re already excited about getting together again next year. Pictured here from the left are Mary’s feet, Pete, Tara on the floor, Jo, Myself, LeAnne, Lynn, Debra, Carole and Sue. Amy was taking the picture.

Stampin’ Up! incentive trip disclaimer: Typically, only the top 1% of demonstrators earn the trip. These achievements represent my individual accomplishments, and do not reflect those of the typical Stampin’ Up! demonstrator. Please be aware that fewer than 1% of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators earn the incentive trip and there is no guarantee of similar results.

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

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Poetry Garden Online Class Registration Open

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer a fun online class using Stampin’ Up! March Online Exclusive Poetry Garden Suite.  We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 Fun Fold Cards.  Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

  • Stampin’ Up! Garden Epoxy Dots (full pack)
  • Stampin’ Up! Berry Burst 1/4″ Shiny Ribbon (full pack)
  • Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
  • Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
  • PDF with detailed directions

During sign up you will have the option to add additional items to your order that you can take advantage of at no additional shipping cost.  These items are optional, however if you want to recreate the cards you will need them. If you’ve attended a previous class, you were given a discount code, there is a spot to put that code on the form and the discount only applies to the products that you check off that you wish to purchase, not the class.  Since the Bundles are already discounted, the discount does not apply to them either.

The class will be held Sunday April 26th from 1 to 4 pm Eastern Time via Zoom.  This allows anyone in the United States to participate live!  Can’t join us live… no worries, we will record the session so it can be replayed at any time.

I will email written directions that will include directions, cardstock cuts as well as photos to help you create each card.

The bundles are not included in the price of the class.  You can purchase the bundle through me at an additional 10% discount of the Online Exclusive price (see below).

Class Cost $40 + $10 (Shipping) 

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price.  I will invoice you through PayPal and invoices must be paid by April 5th to insure I can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.  

Deadline: Sunday April 5th 

Click Here to register for the class now!! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Stampin’ Up! May-August 2026 Catalog Coming Soon!!

The Stampin’ Up! May-August 2026 Catalog is coming soon. I’ll be ordering the new catalog next week and shipped them out to my customers, if you’re one of my customers, you should’ve received one in the mail. To be a customer of mine, you need to have placed an order with me within the last year, and you will automatically receive the catalog. If you would like a copy of the catalog from me, just go to my Online Store and place an order and you will be on my list to receive the new catalog.

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Reminder!!! 2024 – 2026 In-Colors Soon to Retire

Do you LOVE the 2024-2026 In-Colors. May 5th the 2026-2028 In-Colors will be available, which means that the 2024-2026 In-Colors will be gone. Don’t wait until they go out of stock, grab your favorites now!

Head over to my Online Store and Stock Up on all your favorite colors HERE!!

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Don’t forget to Check out my Retired List

I’ve updated my Retired List. I’ve added a LOT more items that have been retired by Stampin’ Up! at a discounted price. Check out my list, there might be something that you missed out on and really wanted. You can find it by Clicking Here.

Stampin’ Up! Paradise Garden You Are Appreciated

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Good Saturday morning stamping friends and welcome to the weekend. We’re having such a great time here in Long Beach at OnStage. The weather is beautiful, even though we’re inside most of the day. We’ve had a couple team dinners that always have a lot of laughing and chatting going on. We’ve been on the go since Thursday afternoon. Getting to see the new catalog was awesome and all the new products coming. I just love the new layout of the catalogs that we’re going to have.

Today’s card is one that we made during our Stamping Studio with Jaimie Tuesday night for mystery stamping. Jaimie sent us measurements and walked us through putting the card together. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Paradise Garden Bundle along with the Garden Poetry Designer Series Paper and Garden Textures Specialty Foil Sheets for my card today.

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Emboss a panel of Shaded Spruce using the Paradise Garden Hybrid Embossing Folder. Adhere the embossed panel to the card front.

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Adhere the panel of Garden Poetry DSP to the panel of Garden Textures Foil Paper. Wrap a piece of Linen Thread around the panel and tie a bow. Adhere the layered panel to the left edge of the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. On a panel of Basic White, stamp the leaf image from the Paradise Garden stamp set in Shaded Spruce Ink. Stamp the small flower image from the Paradise Garden stamp set in Flirty Flamingo Ink 2 times. Cut the images out using the Paradise Garden Dies. Adhere the small flowers to the leaf image. Adhere the leaf image to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Paradise Garden stamp set on the Basic White panel in Blueberry Bushel Ink. Cut the sentiment out using the Paradise Garden Dies. Adhere the sentiment to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Garden Epoxy Dots to the card front.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Paradise Garden stamp set in Blueberry Bushel Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the leaf image from the Paradise Grden stamp set in Shaded Spruce Ink, stamping off 2 times on scrap paper, on the top of the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Blueberry Bushel mat then to the inside of the Shaded Spruce card base.

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Decorate a Basic Whtie Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the leaf image from the Paradise Garden stamp set in Shaded Spruce Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, on the envelope front. Stamp the small flower image from the Paradise Garden stamp set in Flirty Flamingo Ink around the leaf image. Adhere a panel of Garden Poetry DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like the card and will give it a try. Happy Stamping!!

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

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Poetry Garden Online Class Registration Open

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer a fun online class using Stampin’ Up! March Online Exclusive Poetry Garden Suite.  We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 Fun Fold Cards.  Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

  • Stampin’ Up! Garden Epoxy Dots (full pack)
  • Stampin’ Up! Berry Burst 1/4″ Shiny Ribbon (full pack)
  • Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
  • Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
  • PDF with detailed directions

During sign up you will have the option to add additional items to your order that you can take advantage of at no additional shipping cost.  These items are optional, however if you want to recreate the cards you will need them. If you’ve attended a previous class, you were given a discount code, there is a spot to put that code on the form and the discount only applies to the products that you check off that you wish to purchase, not the class.  Since the Bundles are already discounted, the discount does not apply to them either.

The class will be held Sunday April 26th from 1 to 4 pm Eastern Time via Zoom.  This allows anyone in the United States to participate live!  Can’t join us live… no worries, we will record the session so it can be replayed at any time.

I will email written directions that will include directions, cardstock cuts as well as photos to help you create each card.

The bundles are not included in the price of the class.  You can purchase the bundle through me at an additional 10% discount of the Online Exclusive price (see below).

Class Cost $40 + $10 (Shipping) 

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price.  I will invoice you through PayPal and invoices must be paid by April 5th to insure I can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.  

Deadline: Sunday April 5th 

Click Here to register for the class now!! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Don’t forget to Check out my Retired List

I’ve updated my Retired List. I’ve added a LOT more items that have been retired by Stampin’ Up! at a discounted price. Check out my list, there might be something that you missed out on and really wanted. You can find it by Clicking Here.

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 3″ x 4″ (die cuts and sentiment), 3 3/4″ x 5″(inner linr)
  • Blueberry Bushel Cardstock 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner mat)
  • Shaded Spruce Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″), 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″(card front)
  • Garden Poetry Designer Series Paper 1″ x 5 1/2″(card front panel), 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope)
  • Garden Textures Specialty Foil Sheets 1 1/16″ x 5 1/2″(card front panel mat)

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Product List

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]

[166780]
$14.00

Blueberry Bushel 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146968 ]

[146968]
$14.00

Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146981 ]

[146981]
$14.00

Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147138 ]

[147138]
$9.00

Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147052 ]

[147052]
$9.00

Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147088 ]

[147088]
$9.00

Linen Thread [ 104199 ]

[104199]
$5.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes [ 159236 ]

[159236]
$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]

[149653]
$140.00

Mini Glue Dots [ 103683 ]

[103683]
$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]

[110755]
$6.00

Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]

[104430]
$4.25

Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]

[152813]
$8.00

Bone Folder [ 102300 ]

[102300]
$8.00

Take Your Pick [ 144107 ]

[144107]
$12.00

Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]

[152392]
$28.00

Stampin’ Up! Banner Sayings Bendy Front for Fun Fold Friday

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Good Friday the 13th morning stamping friends. How was your week? We arrived in Long Beach yesterday afternoon and have been very busy since we arrived. That’s one thing about OnStage that I love, we’re on the go constantly. It was great getting together with the team members last night, seeing people that we’ve only seen online and chatting. We all went out to dinner together and had a great time. We’ve got lots planned for today already, can’t wait to get all the sneak peeks.

Today I have a quick fun fold card that looks a lot harder than it actually is. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Banner Sayings Bundle along with the Hobby Haven Specialty Designer Series Paper for my card today.

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Using the punch out pieces from the Hobby Haven DSP, put together a small collage adhering them together with Glue Dots and Tear & Tape on the back. Set aside. Stamp the sentiment from Banner Sayings stamp set in Lost Lagoon Ink on a panel of Basic White. Using the Three Banner Punch, cut out the sentiment and set on the side.

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Adhere the panel of Hobby Haven DSP to the Lost Lagoon card base. Put panel in Paper Trimmer and score in the center, lining up the score line on the card base in the track. Fold card base & DSP slightly forward. Adhere a panel of Hobby Haven DSP to the Lost Lagoon bridge panel. Use your bone folder to curve the panel from the back. Put tear & tape on the scored ends. Adhere the bridge to the card base lining up the bottom and sides. Adhere the sentiment to the center of the bridge with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the smaller panel of Hobby Haven DSP to the panel of Lost Lagoon. Line up the center score line in Paper Trimmer in the track and score over the DSP. Fold the panel slightly back. Put Tear & Tape on the 2 scored sides. Lining up the score line from the card base and the score line from the layered panel, adhere to card base.

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Fold the 2 small square pieces in half. Put Tear & Tape on both sides of the fold. With folded sides in, adhere the pieces to the small, folded panel with folded sides lined up with the score line. Adhere the collage that you created to the other side of the small, folded squares.

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On the 2 Basic White panels, stamp the sentiments from the Banner Sayings stamp set in Lost Lagoon Ink. Adhere some of the punch out pieces from the Hobby Haven DSP to the bottom of the panels. Adhere the Basic White panels to Petal Pink mats then to the back of the Lost Lagoon card base.

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Decorate a Basic Whtie Medium Envelope to finish your card. Adhere a strip of Hobby Haven DSP to the envelope front and a panel to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like the card and will give it a try. Happy Stamping!!

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

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Poetry Garden Online Class Registration Open

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer a fun online class using Stampin’ Up! March Online Exclusive Poetry Garden Suite.  We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 Fun Fold Cards.  Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

  • Stampin’ Up! Garden Epoxy Dots (full pack)
  • Stampin’ Up! Berry Burst 1/4″ Shiny Ribbon (full pack)
  • Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
  • Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
  • PDF with detailed directions

During sign up you will have the option to add additional items to your order that you can take advantage of at no additional shipping cost.  These items are optional, however if you want to recreate the cards you will need them. If you’ve attended a previous class, you were given a discount code, there is a spot to put that code on the form and the discount only applies to the products that you check off that you wish to purchase, not the class.  Since the Bundles are already discounted, the discount does not apply to them either.

The class will be held Sunday April 26th from 1 to 4 pm Eastern Time via Zoom.  This allows anyone in the United States to participate live!  Can’t join us live… no worries, we will record the session so it can be replayed at any time.

I will email written directions that will include directions, cardstock cuts as well as photos to help you create each card.

The bundles are not included in the price of the class.  You can purchase the bundle through me at an additional 10% discount of the Online Exclusive price (see below).

Class Cost $40 + $10 (Shipping) 

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price.  I will invoice you through PayPal and invoices must be paid by April 5th to insure I can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.  

Deadline: Sunday April 5th 

Click Here to register for the class now!! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock (2) – 2 1/2″ x 4″ panels, 1″ x 3″(sentiment)
  • Lost Lagoon Cardstock 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″(card base scored @ 2 3/4″), 1 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ (bridge scored & folded at 1/2″ 7 6″), 2 1/2″ x 4″ (artwork panel scored & folded at 1/2″, 2″ & 3 1/2″), (2) – 1″ x 1″ (pop-up scored & folded at 1/2″)
  • Petal Pink Cardstock (2) – 2 5/8″ x 4 1/8″ panels
  • Hobby Haven Designer Series Paper 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front), 2 1/4″ x 2 3/4″ (artwork), 1 1/4″ x 5 1/4″(bridge), 2 1/4″ x 6″ & 1/2″ x 6″ (envelope), Cut out Pieces

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Product List

Banner Sayings Bundle (English) [ 167051 ]

[167051]
$38.50

Banner Sayings Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 167044 ]

[167044]
$17.00

Three Banner Punch [ 167050 ]

[167050]
$26.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]

[166780]
$14.00

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 133679 ]

[133679]
$14.00

Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146985 ]

[146985]
$14.00

Hobby Haven 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 167201 ]

[167201]
$16.50

Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161678 ]

[161678]
$9.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes [ 159236 ]

[159236]
$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]

[149653]
$140.00

Mini Glue Dots [ 103683 ]

[103683]
$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]

[110755]
$6.00

Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]

[104430]
$4.25

Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]

[152813]
$8.00

Bone Folder [ 102300 ]

[102300]
$8.00

Take Your Pick [ 144107 ]

[144107]
$12.00

Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]

[152392]
$28.00

Register for our Poetry Garden Online Class, Virtual Album Retreat Available March 18 & 2024-2026 In-Colors Retiring Soon

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Hi stamping friends, this is my 2nd post today. If you are looking for my card, click Here.

Poetry Garden Online Class Registration Open

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer a fun online class using Stampin’ Up! March Online Exclusive Poetry Garden Suite.  We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 Fun Fold Cards.  Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

  • Stampin’ Up! Garden Epoxy Dots (full pack)
  • Stampin’ Up! Berry Burst 1/4″ Shiny Ribbon (full pack)
  • Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
  • Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
  • PDF with detailed directions

During sign up you will have the option to add additional items to your order that you can take advantage of at no additional shipping cost.  These items are optional, however if you want to recreate the cards you will need them. If you’ve attended a previous class, you were given a discount code, there is a spot to put that code on the form and the discount only applies to the products that you check off that you wish to purchase, not the class.  Since the Bundles are already discounted, the discount does not apply to them either.

The class will be held Sunday April 26th from 1 to 4 pm Eastern Time via Zoom.  This allows anyone in the United States to participate live!  Can’t join us live… no worries, we will record the session so it can be replayed at any time.

I will email written directions that will include directions, cardstock cuts as well as photos to help you create each card.

The bundles are not included in the price of the class.  You can purchase the bundle through me at an additional 10% discount of the Online Exclusive price (see below).

Class Cost $40 + $10 (Shipping)

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price.  I will invoice you through PayPal and invoices must be paid by April 5th to insure I can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.  

Deadline: Sunday April 5th

Click Here to register for the class now!! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Join Stampin’ Up! this April for their Virtual Album Retreat, a three-day, virtual event where you’ll craft along with Stampin’ Up! staff as they go through the step-by-step process of creating a 10-spread scrapbook album using the 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit.  

Mark your calendars now and join in April for this unique event!

You can see the page layouts and more details about the retreat by clicking the image above.

Here are the details for this event:

Who: Crafters who love to scrapbook!

When: April 29–May 1, 2026, from about 2:00–9:00 p.m. (MT)

  • Note: End times may vary.

Where: Private Facebook Group

Registration: There is no registration for this event! When you purchase the 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit, you’ll get access to an exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream.

Price of 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit: $250

Language of Event: This event will be presented in English only.

After the Event: You can access the recorded event videos on the exclusive Facebook group. Videos with English, French, German, and Dutch captioning will be available through the Facebook group within two weeks after the live stream.

Here is what’s included in the kit:

Item: 2026 Virtual Album Retreat Happiness is Here kit (168051)

Includes: Two stamp sets; Designer Series Paper and Two-Tone Cardstock with cut guidelines printed on the back; single-sided Designer Series Paper; printed precut images and stickers; embellishments; Linen Thread; Golden Glow Shimmer Brush; White Gel Pen; Memory Protectors™; Flip Flaps™; and photo placeholders.*

Price: $250 

Language: The stamp set and all kit components are English only. The kit instructions will be translated into English, French, German, and Dutch.

Ordering Begins: March 18, 2026 (Order yours early to get it in time for the event!)

*Albums sold separately. Consider purchasing the 1-1/2″ Post 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Album (166515) or the D-Ring 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Album (166516).

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Lakeside Retreat April Paper Pumpkin
Subscribe March 11 – April 10

PAPER PUMPKIN
– Is our monthly One-Stop Box that offers a unique variety of paper projects for crafters of any skill level to enjoy!
– Thoughtfully themed and all-inclusive craft kits encourage you to explore your creativity, try new techniques, and discover your potential in paper crafting.

Show your appreciation for the men in your life with cards inspired by tranquil waterside scenes.

• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes

• Precut paper pieces and enamel pebble embellishments

• Stamp set tailored to male recipients

• Coordinating colors: Balmy Blue, Misty Moonlight, Old Olive, Peaceful Pine (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Pecan Pie, Pool Party

Coordinates with the Waterside Retreat Suite Collection (item 167932)

Subscribe to the April Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 March

and 10 April by clicking here!

Don’t miss the coordinating
Wonderful Scenes Dies Add-On!

Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Wonderful Scenes Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a detailed sign post, a sparkling firework, butterflies, flowers, or the word Wonderful to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Lakeside Retreat Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Sparkling Celebrations Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Bikes & Blooms Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options!

DETAILS
– 5 dies
– Largest die: 2 1/4” x 3”

#168665 $13.00

You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. Become a subscriber, by clicking here!

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Reminder!!! 2024 – 2026 In-Colors Soon to Retire

Do you LOVE the 2024-2026 In-Colors. This is a perfect time to stock up on the Ink Pads, DSP, Cardstock, Blends and Embellishments especially with Free Shipping Wednesday-Friday. Next month I will get to see the new catalog with the 2026-2028 In-Colors, which means that the 2024-2026 In-Colors will be retiring. Don’t wait until they go out of stock, stock up now so you don’t miss out.

Head over to my Online Store and Stock Up on all your favorite colors HERE!!

Product List

Pretty In Pink Classic Stampin Pad [ 163807 ]

[163807]
$9.00

Pretty In Pink Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill [ 163816 ]

[163816]
$5.50

Pretty In Pink 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 163793 ]

[163793]
$14.00

Pretty In Pink 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166693 ]

[166693]
$10.00

Pretty In Pink Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [ 163824 ]

[163824]
$11.00

Pretty In Pink 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon [ 163784 ]

[163784]
$7.50

Peach Pie Classic Stampin Pad [ 163810 ]

[163810]
$9.00

Peach Pie Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill [ 163819 ]

[163819]
$5.50

Peach Pie 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 163799 ]

[163799]
$14.00

Peach Pie 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166657 ]

[166657]
$10.00

Peach Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [ 163827 ]

[163827]
$11.00

Peach Pie 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon [ 163783 ]

[163783]
$7.50

Petunia Pop Classic Stampin Pad [ 163811 ]

[163811]
$9.00

Petunia Pop Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill [ 163820 ]

[163820]
$5.50

Petunia Pop 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 163801 ]

[163801]
$14.00

Petunia Pop 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166690 ]

[166690]
$10.00

Petunia Pop Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [ 163828 ]

[163828]
$11.00

Petunia Pop 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon [ 163785 ]

[163785]
$7.50

Shy Shamrock Classic Stampin Pad [ 163808 ]

[163808]
$9.00

Shy Shamrock Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill [ 163817 ]

[163817]
$5.50

Shy Shamrock 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 163795 ]

[163795]
$14.00

Shy Shamrock 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166698 ]

[166698]
$10.00

Shy Shamrock Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [ 163825 ]

[163825]
$11.00

Shy Shamrock 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon [ 163787 ]

[163787]
$7.50

Summer Splash Classic Stampin Pad [ 163809 ]

[163809]
$9.00

Summer Splash Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill [ 163818 ]

[163818]
$5.50

Summer Splash 8 1/2" X 11 Cardstock [ 163797 ]

[163797]
$14.00

Summer Splash 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166701 ]

[166701]
$10.00

Summer Splash Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [ 163826 ]

[163826]
$11.00

Summer Splash 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon [ 163786 ]

[163786]
$7.50

2024–2026 In Color™ 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165299 ]

[165299]
$12.50

2024 2026 In Color™ Flat Pearls [ 165266 ]

[165266]
$8.50

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New Magnetic Ink Pads – 2026-2028 In-Colors

With the 2024-2026 In-Colors retiring soon, we will be getting a new beautiful set of colors. Introducing the 2026-2028 In-Colors. We will get to play with these colors here at OnStage.

Beginning in May 2026, Stampin’ Up! will introduce new felt ink pads in a magnetic, stackable case design.

  • In 2026, only the new In Colors will be offered in the new magnetic felt pads.
  • In 2027, all ink colors will transition to the new magnetic felt pad as part of a planned color revamp, and the current pad style will be phased out.

Importantly, existing ink pads will remain usable throughout this transition—there is no immediate need to replace what you already own. Please be aware, however, that once the transition takes place, the old ink pad design will only be available while supplies last.

The photo is an early peek at the new 2026-2028 In Colors!  And they look beautiful!!  The new Magnetic Ink Pads in the new In Colors will be available to order May 5!  The colors are a little hard to read in the image, but here they are (from left to right):

  • Crisp Cantaloupe
  • Barely Blush
  • Golden Glow
  • Peaceful Pine
  • Hydrangea Hue

They’re all so soft and pretty!  Looking forward to being able to preorder these soon!!

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Stampin’ Up! Product of The Month

Spring into stamping with the Notes of Spring Stamp Set! Featuring adorable springtime animals like a deer, bunny, and duck, plus some delicate river plants, this stamp set makes it easy to create layered, watercolor-style images. Includes a few all-occasion sentiments to complete your handmade cards for birthdays, thank-you’s, and more.

The Notes of Spring Stamp Set is the exclusive Product of the Month for March 2026! Only available until stocks run out—don’t wait to get yours! This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with extra texture and dimension in the colors you want. This is a Distinktive stamp set; it has a special texture that gives added depth and dimension in a single step, creating photo-realistic images.
DETAILS
– March 2026 Product of the Month
– 15 photopolymer stamps
– Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): b, c
– Two-Step
– Distinktive
PHOTOPOLYMER STAMPS
– Are clear stamps that make image placement easy.
– Have just enough give to create a perfectly stamped image every time.
– Cling to clear blocks without slipping.
– Are repositionable—temporarily mount on clear blocks to stamp, then remove to store.
– Save space—one set of blocks (sold separately) works for all your stamps.
– Are packed in a slim, durable envelope for easy storage and lasting protection.

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The New March Online Exclusives are now available to order

You can finally order the new March Online Exclusives that you’ve been seeing projects made with. If you would like a hard copy of the booklet (like I do), you can click on the image below so you can get your hands on it. There are some awesome new products in it, and you can start ordering them NOW!!  Just head over to my Online Store to order them and while you’re there, check out the new Kits too.  Click on the image below or Click Here for a printable flyer.

Click Here to head over to the online store to see what’s available in the Online Exclusives now!   There are some awesome new products available. Contact me if you have any questions.

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I’ve updated my Retired List. I’ve added a LOT more items that have been retired by Stampin’ Up! at a discounted price. Check out my list, there might be something that you missed out on and really wanted. You can find it by Clicking Here.

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

Stampin’ Up! Filled with Sweetness for The Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop

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Good Thursday morning stamping friends welcome to our Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop. By the time you read this I’ll be flying across the states to OnStage in Long Beach CA (my 1st time heading west). I’m so excited to be able to see the new catalog and products coming out in May along with the new In-Colors and Stamp Pads. I can’t wait to share everything with you.

If you are starting with me, thank you, I hope you will stop by everyone’s blog to see the awesome projects they have created this week. If you are hopping over from Mary’s blog, thank you for stopping by. This week we have a Sketch Challenge to work with. If you’d like to see a quick video on how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here is my card using this week’s Sketch.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Filled With Sweetness Bundle along with the Homemade Sweetness Designer Series Paper for my card today.

This is our sketch for this week.

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Adhere a panel of Homemade Sweetness DSP to a Misty Moonlight card base.

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Adhere a smaller panel of Homemade Sweetness DSP to a Granny Apple Green mat. Adhere the layered panel to the card front.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from Filled With Sweetness stamp set in Misty Moonlight Ink. Cut the sentiment out using the Filled With Sweetness Dies. Adhere the sentiment with Stampin’ Dimensionals to the card front. On a panel of Basic White, stamp the strawberry and blueberry images from the Filled With Sweetness stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink. Color the images with Blueberry Bushel, Granny Apple Green and Strawberry Slush Stampin’ Blends Markers. Cut the images out with Filled With Sweetness Dies. Adhere the strawberry and blueberries to the sentiment. Add a few Strawberry & Dots. to the card front.

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Stamp the sentiment and scroll image from the Filled With Sweetness stamp set in Misty Moonlight Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the strawberry and blueberry images from the Filled With Sweetness stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the bottom of the panel. Color the images with Blueberry Bushel, Granny Apple Green and Strawberry Slush Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Granny Apple Green mat then to the inside of the Misty Moonlight card base.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to complete your card. Stamp the strawberry and blueberry images from the Filled With Sweetness stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the envelope front. Color the images with Blueberry Bushel, Granny Apple Green and Strawberry Slush Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere a panel of Homemade Sweetness DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. Now that you’ve seen my card, let’s get on with the hop! Click the next button below to hop over to see what Tara has created. Happy Hopping

Just in case you get lost along the way, here is a list of the team members involved in the hop today.

Amy Koenders

Mary Deatherage

Karen Ksenzakovic You Are Here

Tara Carpenter

Terry Lynn Bright

Nicole Bloxom

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 2 1/4″ x 3″(sentiment), 1 1/4″ x 3 3/4″(die cuts), 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner)
  • Granny Apple Green Cardstock 4 1/4″ x 4 1/2″(card front mat), 1 1/4″ x 1 3/4″(die cuts), 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(inner liner mat)
  • Misty Moonlight Cardstock 5 1/12″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
  • Homemade Sweetness Designer Series Paper 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″(card front), 4 1/4″ x 4 3/8″(card front panel), 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope flap)

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Product List

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]

[166780]
$14.00

Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146990 ]

[146990]
$14.00

Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 153081 ]

[153081]
$14.00

Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad [ 153118 ]

[153118]
$9.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [ 132708 ]

[132708]
$8.00

Blueberry Bushel Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [ 161679 ]

[161679]
$11.00

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154885 ]

[154885]
$11.00

Strawberry Slush Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [ 165290 ]

[165290]
$11.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes [ 159236 ]

[159236]
$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]

[149653]
$140.00

Mini Glue Dots [ 103683 ]

[103683]
$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]

[110755]
$6.00

Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]

[104430]
$4.25

Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]

[152813]
$8.00

Bone Folder [ 102300 ]

[102300]
$8.00

Take Your Pick [ 144107 ]

[144107]
$12.00

Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]

[152392]
$28.00

Stampin’ Up! Sunshine & Tulips Springtime Scenes for The Card Concepts

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Good Wednesday morning stamping friends. I hope you are all having a wonderful week. We’re halfway through and on our way to the weekend. Tomorrow this time I’ll be flying out to Long Beach CA for OnStage. I’m so excited to get my hands on the new catalog and see the new products coming in May.

Today’s card is for the inspiration challenge from The Card Concepts. The inspiration photo #225 is April Flowers. I used lots of layered on my card again, since that is one of my favorite kinds of cards to make. If you’d like to see a quick video of how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Sunshine & Tulips Stamp Set along with the Stampin’ Up! Springtime Scenes Stamp Set and Lovely Stripes 3D Embossing Folder for my card today. I was inspired by the tulips in the photo along with the colors for my Clean & Layered card.

I hope you will take a moment to visit The Card Concepts and join us for our challenge 225.  How are you inspired by the photos?

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Emboss a panel of Basic White using the Lovely Stripes EF. Adhere the embossed panel to a Basic White Thick card base.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from Springtime Scenes stamp set in Strawberry Slush Ink. Stamp the leaf image from Sunshine & Tulips stamp set above the sentiment in Granny Apple Green Ink. Stamp the outside tulip image from Sunshine & Tulips stamp set in Timid Tiger Ink above the leaf image. Stamp the inside tulip image from the Sunshine & Tulips stamp set in Lemon Lolly Ink over the outside image.

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Adhere the artwork panel to a Basic White mat. Adhere the layered panel to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots to the card front.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from the Springtime Scenes stamp set in Strawberry Slush Ink. Stamp the leaf image from the Sunshine & Tulips stamp set in Granny Apple Green Ink on the bottom of the panel. Stamp the outside tulip image from Sunshine & Tulips stamp set in Timid Tiger Ink. Stamp the inside tulip image from the Sunshine & Tulips stamp set in Lemon Lolly Ink over the outside images. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Basic White mat then to the inside of the Basic White thick card base.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the leaf image from the Sunshine & Tulips stamp set in Granny Apple Green Ink on the envelope front. Stamp the outside tulip image from the Sunshine & Tulips stamp set in Timid Tiger Ink and the inside tulip image in Lemon Lolly Ink. Adhere a panel of 2025-2027 In-Color DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like the card and will give it a try. Happy Stamping!!

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

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Poetry Garden Online Class Registration Open

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer a fun online class using Stampin’ Up! March Online Exclusive Poetry Garden Suite.  We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 Fun Fold Cards.  Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

  • Stampin’ Up! Garden Epoxy Dots (full pack)
  • Stampin’ Up! Berry Burst 1/4″ Shiny Ribbon (full pack)
  • Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
  • Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
  • PDF with detailed directions

During sign up you will have the option to add additional items to your order that you can take advantage of at no additional shipping cost.  These items are optional, however if you want to recreate the cards you will need them. If you’ve attended a previous class, you were given a discount code, there is a spot to put that code on the form and the discount only applies to the products that you check off that you wish to purchase, not the class.  Since the Bundles are already discounted, the discount does not apply to them either.

The class will be held Sunday April 26th from 1 to 4 pm Eastern Time via Zoom.  This allows anyone in the United States to participate live!  Can’t join us live… no worries, we will record the session so it can be replayed at any time.

I will email written directions that will include directions, cardstock cuts as well as photos to help you create each card.

The bundles are not included in the price of the class.  You can purchase the bundle through me at an additional 10% discount of the Online Exclusive price (see below).

Class Cost $40 + $10 (Shipping) 

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price.  I will invoice you through PayPal and invoices must be paid by April 5th to insure I can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.  

Deadline: Sunday April 5th 

Click Here to register for the class now!! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock (2) – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(card front & inner liner mats), (2) – 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front & inner liner), 2 7/8″ x 4 1/8″ (artwork), 3″ x 4 1/4″(artwork mat)
  • Basic Whtie Thick Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
  • 2025-2027 6 x 6 In-Color Designer Series Paper 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope flap)

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Product List

Sunshine & Tulips Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 166859 ]

[166859]
$18.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]

[166780]
$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [ 159229 ]

[159229]
$17.00

2025–2027 In Color™ 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165300 ]

[165300]
$12.50

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad [ 147095 ]

[147095]
$9.00

Lemon Lolly Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161666 ]

[161666]
$9.00

Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad [ 165286 ]

[165286]
$9.00

Timid Tiger Classic Stampin' Pad [ 165278 ]

[165278]
$9.00

Lovely Stripes 3 D Embossing Folder [ 167179 ]

[167179]
$11.00

Rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots [ 162758 ]

[162758]
$9.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes [ 159236 ]

[159236]
$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]

[149653]
$140.00

Mini Glue Dots [ 103683 ]

[103683]
$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]

[110755]
$6.00

Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]

[104430]
$4.25

Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]

[152813]
$8.00

Bone Folder [ 102300 ]

[102300]
$8.00

Take Your Pick [ 144107 ]

[144107]
$12.00

Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]

[152392]
$28.00

Stampin’ Up! Help Me Grow for Amy’s Inkin’ Krew Team Blog Hop

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Good Tuesday morning my stamping friends welcome to Amy’s Inkin’ Krew Team Blog Hop. It’s the 2nd Tuesday of the month so that means Blog Hop Day!! If you are starting with me, be sure to hop around to see everyone’s beautiful projects. If you’ve hopped over from Amy’s blog, welcome to my blog and thank you for stopping by. The theme this month is “Celebrate Spring”. I had so much fun playing with this bundle and it’s perfect for those that like to garden. I think everyone needs this set to create with. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Help Me Grow Bundle, Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder and the Stampin’ Up! Paradise Garden Stamp Set for my fun card today.

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emboss a panel of Crumb Cake Two-Tone cardstock using the Exposed Brick EF. Use a sanding block to go over the embossed panel. Adhere the embossed panel to the top of a Crumb Cak card base. Cut a panel of Early Espresso Two-Tone cardstock using the dirt edge die from the Help Me Grow Dies multiple times. Layer the panels on the bottom of the card base, not putting glue in the centers.

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From panels of the Two-Tone cardstock listed below, die cut the flowerpots, greenery and flowers using the Help Me Grow Dies. Go over some of the die cut images with the Sanding Block. Cut the tool handles from a panel of Boho Vibes DSP along with the larger flowers. Cut the tools from a panel of the new Lunar Lustre Paper.

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Adhere the die cut pieces on the card front adhering them with Glue Dots and Stampin’ Dimensionals. From a panel of Cloud Cover, cut the sign die using the Help Me Grow Dies. Stamp the sentiment from Help Me Grow stamp set on the sign in Secret Sea Ink. Adhere the sign to the card front, tucking it in the dirt, with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from the Paradise Garden stamp set in Secret Sea Ink. Stamp the small flower image from the Help Me Grow stamp set in Petal Pink Ink on the corners of the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to an Early Espresso mat then to the inside of the Crumb Cake card base.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to complete your card. Stamp the small flower image from the Help Me Grow stamp set in Petal Pink Ink on the envelope front and flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today.  Now that you’ve seen my card, let’s get on with the hop!  Click on the Next Blog button to move on to AnnLouise’s project. Happy Hopping.

Just in case you get lost along the way, here is a list of the team members involved in the hop today.

  1. Karen Ksenzakovic You Are Here
  2. Ann Louise Fodgaard
  3. Mary Deatherage
  4. Karen Finkle
  5. Tara Carpenter
  6. Charlene Tackvic
  7. Terry Lynn Bright
  8. Nicole Bloxom
  9. Christie King
  10. Amy Koenders

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If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your Demonstrator. Just click HERE to go directly to my online store or drop me an email if you have any questions. 

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 3 3/4″ x 5″(inner liner)
  • Cloud Cover Cardstock 1 1/2″ x 2″(sentiment)
  • Crumb Cake Cardstock 4 1/4″ x 11″(card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″)
  • Early Espresso Cardstock 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner mat)
  • Cajun Craze Two-Tone Cardstock 2″ x 5″
  • Crumb Cake Two-Tone Cardstock 3 1/2″ x 4 1/4″
  • Early Espresso Two-Tone Cardstock 3 1/2″ x 6″
  • Flirty Flamingo Two-Tone Cardstock
  • Garden Green Two-Tone Cardstock
  • Granny Apple Green Two-Tone Cardstock
  • Old Olive Two-Tone Cardstock
  • Boho Vibes 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper (die cuts)
  • Lunar Lustre Specialty Paper 1 1/4″ x 4″ (die cuts)

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Product List

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]

[166780]
$14.00

Cloud Cover 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 165621 ]

[165621]
$14.00

Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 120953 ]

[120953]
$14.00

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119686 ]

[119686]
$14.00

Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147108 ]

[147108]
$9.00

Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad [ 165285 ]

[165285]
$9.00

Cajun Craze 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166675 ]

[166675]
$10.00

Crumb Cake 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166671 ]

[166671]
$10.00

Early Espresso 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166668 ]

[166668]
$10.00

Flirty Flamingo 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166667 ]

[166667]
$10.00

Garden Green 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166665 ]

[166665]
$10.00

Granny Apple Green 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166663 ]

[166663]
$10.00

Old Olive 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166683 ]

[166683]
$10.00

Boho Vibes 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165144 ]

[165144]
$12.50

Exposed Brick 3 D Embossing Folder [ 161600 ]

[161600]
$11.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes [ 159236 ]

[159236]
$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]

[149653]
$140.00

Mini Glue Dots [ 103683 ]

[103683]
$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]

[110755]
$6.00

Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]

[104430]
$4.25

Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]

[152813]
$8.00

Bone Folder [ 102300 ]

[102300]
$8.00

Take Your Pick [ 144107 ]

[144107]
$12.00

Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]

[152392]
$28.00