This is my 2nd post today. This news just couldn’t wait till tomorrow to tell you.

Stampin’ Up! just announced that they’ll be offering DOUBLE Stampin’ Rewards on all orders of $20+ placed between April 15-17!!  Here are the details:

• Earn double rewards (2x rewards) for three days only, starting April 15, 2026.
  • Sales Period:  April 15–17
  • Offer begins April 15, 2026 at 12:01 AM (MT)
  • Offer ends April 17, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)
• This offer applies to ALL products (excluding existing Paper Pumpkin subscriptions).
• All orders qualify once the rewards threshold of $20 is met.
• To participate, you must have a Stampin’ Up! account and be opted in to Stampin’ Rewards.

Let me know if you have any questions.  Get your lists ready and get your orders placed from April 15-17 to earn double Stampin’ Rewards from Stampin’ Up!!

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May-August 2026 Catalog & May 2026 Online Exclusive Product Shares Open for Ordering

It’s that time again. The new May -August 2026 Catalog will be arriving in your mailbox real soon and you’re going to want all that beautiful Designer Series Paper, Ribbon and/or Embellishments. My May – August 2026 Catalog and May Online Exclusive Product Shares are open for ordering. You can order just the DSP share, just the Two-Tone cardstock share, just the Ribbon share or just the Embellishment share, or you can have it all!! Click Here to order.

I’m offering a Designer Series Paper Share, Two-Tone Cardstock Share, Ribbon Share & Embellishment Share from the May – August 2026 Catalog, along with the upcoming May 2026 Online Exclusives and I’d love to have you join!!  I’m placing my share order early on May 5th and I’m going to use the expedited shipping option so I should be able to have the shares cut, bundled and back out to you during the week of May 11th. Wouldn’t you love to have all of the gorgeous new Designer Series Papers in the Stampin’ Up! May-August 2026 Catalog and the upcoming May 2026 Online Exclusives?  What is a Paper Share you ask? It’s a sample of each of the new Designer Series Papers from the Catalog and Online Exclusives. Shares give you a good working sample of all of the papers so that you can decide which ones to order in full packs!  If you were to purchase all of the DSP in the new Catalog and Online Exclusives, it would cost you over $300.00 plus shipping.

New Designer Series Paper Share – $50.00 plus $10.00 for Priority Mail Shipping

How my shares work:  I order full packs of all of the Designer Series Papers listed below, I cut them into 6″ X 6″ pieces (or 6″ X 12″ pieces for double shares) and give you one panel of each design from each pack on the list.  I pack up the paper in a cellophane bag with labels listing the Name, Item # and Colors in the pack and mail it back out to you just as quickly as I can!  

New Designer Series Paper Share – $50.00 plus $10.00 for Priority Mail shipping

You will receive one 6×6 sheet of each design from the following DSP packs (the number after the name indicates how many 6×6 sheets of that paper pack you will receive):

• Artisan Sketched Garden (6)
• Basics Painted Patterns (6)
• Beautiful Ordinary Life (6)
• Bloom Boutique Specialty (6)
• Brights Painted patterns (20)
• Everyday Essentials Mix & Match (6)
• Luxe White Specialty (3)
• Moonlit Flora (6)
• Neutrals Painted Patterns (20)
• Paper Medley Mix Ins (6)
• Regals Painted Patterns (20)
• Scenic Coast 6×6 Specialty (8)
• Subtle Painted Patterns (20)
• Vally in Bloom (6)
• Velvet Meadow Specialty (6)
• Waterside Retreat (6)
• 2026-2028 In-Color Painted Patterns (10)
• 2026-2028 In-Color Pearlized (5)
• Sunset Shimmer Vellum (3)
• Velveteen Assortment (3)
• Silly Old Bear OLE (6)

In all, you’ll receive 178 – 6” x 6” sheets of designer or specialty paper!

Double Designer Series Paper Share – $100.00 Plus $10.00 Priority Mail Shipping

As a gift from me for ordering a Double Share of Designer Series Paper, I will include a Meant To Be Mix & Match Ephemera Pack #167700. This gift is only for ordering a Double DSP Share.

Two-Tone Cardstock Share

Do you likethe Two-Tone Cardstock but don’t want to buy a whole pack? You can add a share of the 3 different Two-Tone Cardstock packs for an additional $4.50 or purchase them separately for $4.50 + $10 Priority Shipping

You will receive one 6×6 sheet of each color from each of the packs (the number after the name indicates how many 6×6 sheets of that paper pack you will receive):

• Extraordinary Life (6)
• Heirloom Boutique (6)
• Life In Bloom (6)

In all, you’ll receive 18 – 6” x 6” sheets of cardstock!

Double Share of the Two-Tone Cardstock – $9.00 plus $10.00 Priority Mail Shipping

If you’d like double shares of the designer paper or cardstock, I’m offering those too!  I’ll cut the 12″ x 12″ sheets into 6″ × 12″ so that you’ll be able to get 3 full A2 size card fronts from each sheet and you’ll get double sheets of the 6″ x 6″ since they’re already precut.

Ribbon Share – $11.25 plus $10.00 Priority Mail Shipping

All ribbons will come individually wrapped and labeled with the name and number of the product.

One-Fourth of a Roll of each:

• Barely Blush 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon
• Crisp Cantaloupe 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon
• Golden Glow 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon
• Hydrangea Hue 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon
• Peaceful Pine 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon

Double Ribbon Share – $22.50 Plus $10.00 Priority Mail Shipping and you will be getting 1/2 of the roll or each ribbon.

Embellishment Share – $14.00 plus $10.00 Priority Mail Shipping

I’m also offering an Embellishment Share. I will divide the embellishments up and package them in a cello bag with the name and number for easy ordering, just like I do with the paper and ribbon.

You will receive (approximate # listed:

• Array of Dots (24)
• Dewdrops Embellishments (36)
• Dreamy Flowers (24)
• Loose Anchor Trinkets (4)
• Shimmer Dots (36)
• Sunset Sparkle Sequins (40)
• 2026-2028 In-Color Butterflies (36)
• 2026-2028 In-Color Dots (20)

Double Share of the Embellishments – $28.00 plus $10.00 Priority Mail Shipping

Anyone is welcome to join in my shares (please note, I can only ship to addresses within the US).  To make ordering the shares a little easier, I have created a form for you to submit, that way you can order any combination of shares you want. Click Here for the form. I will send out PayPal Invoices by May 3rd.

Deadline to sign up for my share is Saturday May 3rd at 5:00 PM ET.

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Final Hours for Creative Stamping Designs BOGO Sale!!

Ends tonight Monday April 13 – you’ll get to pick some of my retired items for FREE with an order on my Online Store. There’s no limit to how much you can order or get for free.

Here’s How it Works:

• You place your order in my Online Store Here
• Once your order is placed and you get a confirmation you will need to visit my blog Here and click on Retirement Sale List
• You can pick Stamp Set Bundles, Stamp Sets, Dies, Embossing Folders or DSP that total the Sub Total or less of your order before tax and after any discounts.
• Fill out my Google Form with your full name and address and list the products you would like. The forms come to me in time order so it will be first come first serve. I will pull the products that you would like, and I’ll email you if something is gone. I’m going to try to remove them from the list as quickly as possible
• Once I pull everything, I will send you a PayPal invoice for $8 shipping fee for shipping of the free products. 8 or more products there will be a shipping charge of $13.
• I will try to get as much as possible shipped out by the weekend.

Feel free to contact me with any questions. Please note that the free items are gently used and may have stains. If you are not sure what the sets are, you can do a Google search or search my blog for cards that I made with them.

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New Stampin’ Up! Product of The Month

Every month Stampin’ Up! will release a new item that is only available for purchase once per account. These items will be limited quantity and are likely to sell out quickly—once they’re sold out, they’re gone for good!

Stampin’ Up! April Product of The Month is the Eyelet Blooms Die!  

Give your card fronts and crafts a dainty touch with the Eyelet Blooms Die. Create delicate backgrounds with a hand-stitched look or layer pieces for a classic finish that works for any occasion. It’s eyelet magic for every card.

This die will be available beginning April 1 for $5 with an order of $75+ while supplies last!

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2 New Kits Available

Kits Collections include designed projects that come in a range of project types. They are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects.

Painted Skys Kit

If beautiful sunsets are your thing, the Painted Skies Kit is calling your name. Create vibrant, hand-painted–style skies with scenes featuring lighthouses, palm trees, and rolling ocean waves as your artistic focal points. Friendly greetings, gratitude themes, and celebratory sentiments add just the right finishing touch.

Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
– Colors: Balmy Blue, Blueberry Bushel, Crushed Curry, Flirty Flamingo, Gorgeous Grape, Highland Heather, Hydrangea Hue, Melon Mambo, Night of Navy, Petal Pink, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Strawberry Slush, white
– Sentiments printed in Dutch, English, French, and German

Kit includes the items listed below.
– Step-by-step instructions
– 9 printed envelopes
– Precut paper pieces, printed labels
– Sequins
– Adhesive

#167822

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Sunniest Stories Scrapbook Kit

Think of the Sunniest Stories Scrapbooking Kit as a little treasure box for your memories. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to create six meaningful spreads, including pockets, photo frames, printed sentiments, lined pages for your stories, and plenty of fun accents. This kit is full of creative possibilities and the perfect place to honor the moments that make your heart feel full!

– Makes six two-page scrapbook spreads
– Page size: 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
– Colors: Azure Afternoon, Basic Beige, Basic Black, Calypso Coral, Darling Duckling, Night of Navy, Petal Pink, Shaded Spruce
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Step-by-step instructions
– 12 sheets of single-sided Designer Series Paper
– 4 sheets of precut images and phrases
– 4 sheets of cut-apart designs
– 20 colored and patterned 4″ x 6″ cards
– 1 sheet of printed stickers
– 8 yards (7.3 m) of Tear & Tape Adhesive
– 100 Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals
– 50 Mini Glue Dots

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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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Sparkling Celebrations May Paper Pumpkin
Subscribe April 11 – May 10

Subscribe to Paper Pumpkin for a monthly, all-inclusive crafting kit that’s a fun surprise! Each kit includes a photopolymer stamp set, Classic Stampin’ Spot™, and step-by-step instructions to complete exclusive paper craft projects, including cards, tags, and gift packaging. Keep reading for a sneak peek of our upcoming kits. And don’t miss the special add-on that coordinates with all three months

Create bold, celebratory cards perfect for invitations, congratulations, and
special occasions.

Coordinating colors: Blackberry Bliss, Coastal Cabana, Daffodil Delight,
Melon Mambo, Misty Moonlight (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Night of Navy, Pumpkin Pie
Silver foil gives cards an eye-catching finish

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

Precut paper pieces with silver foil

Gem embellishments

Subscribe to the April Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 April

and 10 May 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 signpost, 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.