Stampin’ Up! Petals of Beauty

Posted on November 18, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Tuesday morning stamping friends. I hope you week started off well. Today’s an exciting day for Stampin’ p! demonstrators, we get to preorder products from the January-April 2026 Mini Catalog, January Online Exclusives and we get to order the January-April Mini Catalogs that we can send out to you. I got up bright and early to get my orders in.

My card today uses some of the new November Online Exclusive products. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Petals of Beauty Bundle along with the Stampin’ Up! Words of Beauty Bundle and Whispers of Texture Specialty Paper for my card today.

My design is from the Sunday Stamps To The Side Challenge #373.

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Using the Small Blending Brush, add Soft Sea Foam Ink to the bottom of the Whispers of Texture Paper. Adhere the inked panel to a Garden Green mat. Wrap a piece of the Garden Green & White 1/8″ Chevron Ribbon around the layered panel and tie a bow. Adhere the layered panel to a Misty Moonlight card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Words of Beauty stamp set in Misty Moonlight Ink on a panel of Basic White. Cut the sentiment out using the Words of Beauty Dies. Adhere the sentiment just above the ribbon on the card front.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the large, detailed flower image from the Petals of Beauty stamp set in Petal Pink Ink. Stamp the large, solid flower image from the Petals of Beauty stamp set in Petal Pink Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, over the detailed image. Using the Petals of Beauty Dies, cut the stamped image, cut the leaf dies from panels of Garden Green, Misty Moonlight and Soft Sea Foam and cut the detailed and solid small flower die from a panel of Petal Pink Two-Tone Cardstock. Adhere the die cut images to the card front. Add a few Pearls of Beauty to the flowers and card front.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from the Words of Beauty stamp set in Misty Moonlight Ink. Stamp the large, detailed flower image from the Flowers of Beauty stamp set in Petal Pink Ink on the bottom of the panel. Stamp the large, solid flower image from the Petals of Beauty stamp set in Petal Pink Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, over the detailed image. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Garden Green mat then to the inside of the Misty Moonlight card base.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the large flower image from the Petals of Beauty stamp set in Petal Pink Ink on the envelope front. Add Soft Sea Foam Ink using the Blending Brush to a panel of Whispers of Texture Paper and adhere it 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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Since this is my birthday week, I thought I’d celebrate with all my wonderful customers and give you Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards Sunday November 16th through Saturday November 22. I love to celebrate and who better with then my stamping friends. I’m offering DOUBLE REWARDS 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. Head over to my Online Store and get those orders in early and earn those Double Rewards!!

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Black Friday Sale Coming Soon!!

Announcing our first-ever Black Friday sale! From November 25 to December 1, you can get up to 40% off select products. Don’t forget to mark your calendar so you can save BIG starting November 25! Visit the online store starting November 25 to see all the products that will be on sale.

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January-April 2026 Mini Catalog Coming Soon

The January – April 2026 Mini Catalog is coming soon. I’ll be able to order the new mini catalog starting next week, if you’re one of my customers, you’ll be getting one in the mail just as soon as I receive them. 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.

With the new January – April 2026 Mini Catalog coming out and the new January Online Exclusives, I’ll be offering my Product Shares again. I’ll be offering the DSP, Two-Tone Cardstock, Ribbon & Embellishments. Keep a watch out for what I’ll be offering.

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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock 2 1/4″ x 2 1/4″ (flower), 3/4″ x 3 3/4″(sentiment),, 3 3/4″ x 5″(inner liner)
Garden Green Cardstock 3 3/4″ x 5″(card front mat), 2 1/4″ x 3 1/4″(die cut), 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner mat)
Misty Moonlight Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″), 1″ x 2″(die cut)
Soft Sea Foam Cardstock 1 3/4″ x 5″(die cut)
Petal Pink Two-Tone Cardstock 2″ x 3″(flower)
Whispers of Textures Specialty Paper 3 5/8″ x 4 7/8″(card front), 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope flap)

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Product List

Petals Of Beauty Bundle (English)

[167096]

$49.50

Petals Of Beauty Photopolymer Stamp Set

[167093]

$20.00

Petals Of Beauty Dies

[167095]

$35.00

Words Of Beauty Bundle (English)

[167090]

$45.75

Words Of Beauty Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[167083]

$20.00

Words Of Beauty Dies (English)

[167089]

$31.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Garden Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[102584]

$14.00

Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[153081]

$14.00

Soft Sea Foam 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146988]

$14.00

Petal Pink 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

[166689]

$10.00

Whispers Of Texture 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper

[167106]

$10.00

Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad

[153118]

$9.00

Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad

[147108]

$9.00

Soft Sea Foam Classic Stampin' Pad

[147102]

$9.00

Small Blending Brushes

[160518]

$14.00

Garden Green 1/8" (3.2 Mm) Chevron Ribbon

[167212]

$8.00

Pearls Of Beauty

[167098]

$8.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes

[159236]

$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

$11.50

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Take Your Pick

[144107]

$12.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Stampin’ Up! Winter Scenes CAS

Posted on November 17, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Monday morning stamping friends. How was your weekend? I hope you were able to do something fun.

I have a CAS card today that can be used for any of the holidays coming. If you’d like to see a quick video on 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! Winter Scenes Cling Stamp Set along with the Silent Snowfall Specialty Designer Series Paper, Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper, Stampin’ Up! Delicate Pines Photopolymer Stamp Set and the Stampin’ Up! Branching Out Photopolymer Stamp Set for my card today.

I joined in with The Paper Players for Challenge #764.

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Adhere a panel of Silent Snowfall DSP to a Secret Sea mat. Wrap a piece of Cloud Cover 3/8″ Faux Ribbon around the layered panel. Adhere the layered panel to a Cloud Cover card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the image from the Winter Scenes stamp set in Secret Sea Ink. Brush Clear Wink of Stella over the trees and along the edges of the snow. Adhere the stamped image to a Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper mat. Adhere the layered panel to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from the Delicate Pines stamp set in Secret Sea Ink. Adhere the sentiment to the Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper mat. Adhere the sentiment to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Rhinestones Basic Jewels to the card front.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from the Branching Out stamp set in Secret Sea Ink. Stamp the image from the Winter Scenes stamp set on the bottom of the panel in Secret Sea Ink. Brush the trees and edge of the snow with the Clear Wink of Stella. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Secret Sea mat then to the inside of the Cloud Cover card base.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the image from the Winter Scenes stamp set in Secret Sea Ink on the envelope front. Adhere a panel of Silent Snowfall 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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Black Friday Sale Coming Soon!!

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January-April 2026 Mini Catalog Coming Soon

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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock 1 3/4″ x 1 3/4″(artwork), 5/8″ x 2″(sentiment), 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner)
Cloud Cover Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
Secret Sea Cardstock (2) – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(card front & inner liner mats)
Silent Snowfall Specialty Designer Series Paper 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front), 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope)
Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper – 2″ x 2″(artwork mat), 1/2″x 2″(sentiment mat)

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Product List

Winter Scenes Cling Stamp Set (English)

[166088]

$22.00

Delicate Pines Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[166067]

$24.00

Branching Out Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[169204]

$24.00

Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Cloud Cover 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

[165621]

$14.00

Secret Sea 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

[165624]

$14.00

Silent Snowfall 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[166062]

$10.00

Peaceful Garden 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Glimmer Paper

[165929]

$10.50

Secret Sea Classic Stampin’ Pad

[165285]

$9.00

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

$10.00

Cloud Cover 3/8″ (1 Cm) Faux Linen Ribbon

[165271]

$8.00

Rhinestone Basic Jewels

[144220]

$6.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes

[159236]

$11.00

Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

$11.50

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin’ Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Stampin’ Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Take Your Pick

[144107]

$12.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Double Creative Stamping Designs Reward

Posted on November 16, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Sunday morning stamping friends. I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend and enjoying the fall weather. It’s getting a bit cooler here in NJ and I’m not quite ready for it.

Since this is my birthday week, I thought I’d celebrate with all my wonderful customers and give you Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards starting today, Sunday November 16th through Saturday November 22. I love to celebrate and who better with then my stamping friends. I’m offering DOUBLE REWARDS 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. Head over to my Online Store and get those orders in early and earn those Double Rewards!!

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January-April 2026 Mini Catalog Coming Soon

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Stampin’ Up! Craft Class

The Brushed with Beauty Craft Class will stream live on November 20 and will feature the Brushed with Beauty Suite Collection. The class will be available for purchase before and after the live stream. This is open to everyone. Want to sign up to be a demonstrator and get your discount? Contact me today at creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com and I’ll help you and answer any questions you may have. You can add the suite of products for this class to your starter kit.

You can order the class product and additional supplies needed so you have everything ready to go before you view the class starting November 4th from my Online Store.

Here are the class details:

Available for Purchase: November 4
Price: $30 (Suite not included)
Live Stream: November 20 at 2:00 p.m. (MT)
Where: An exclusive Facebook page
Class: Brushed with Beauty Craft Class (170074)
- You can watch live or view the on-demand recording at your convenience.
Product: Brushed with Beauty Suite Collection (167100)
Language: The class will be presented in English.
Video on Demand: Stampin’ Up! will record this live class, which will be available as a video on demand right after the live stream. Videos with English, French, German, and Dutch captioning will be available through the Facebook page one week after the live stream.

Look for the class in the online store beginning November 4th!! As a little bonus, the class will be considered a regular store item, so you’ll earn Stampin’ Rewards from Stampin’ Up! (if you’ve opted in to the program) when you purchase it and the class fee will count toward your order total for my Creative Stamping Designs Reward Points from me!!

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Black Friday Sale Coming Soon!!

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Coming Soon – Cyber Monday – Paper Pumpkin Sale – December 1 – 9

Starting December 1 at 8 a.m. (MT), Stampin’ Up! is offering big savings on prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscriptions! There’s never been a better time to subscribe to get a new all-inclusive crafting kit delivered to your door each month. Take advantage of this Cyber Monday offer for fantastic deals on 3-, 6-, and 12-month prepaid subscriptions.

Whether you’re looking for a last-minute Christmas present that sparks creativity or resolving to make time to craft in the new year, a Paper Pumpkin subscription is the gift that keeps on giving!

From December 1–9, prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscriptions will be discounted as follows:

3-month prepaid: $61.00 (regular price $81.00)
6-month prepaid: $122.00 (regular price $162.00)
12-month prepaid: $244.00 (regular price $324.00)

Here are the details:

Subscriptions purchased during this promotion start immediately with the December Watercolor in Bloom Kit. This kit cannot be skipped.
Do not purchase multiple subscriptions for the same recipient. The subscriptions will all start with the Watercolor in Bloom Kit, so the recipient will end up receiving duplicates of the same kit each month.
Subscriptions purchased during the promotion will earn reduced rewards compared to full-priced subscriptions due to the discounted price, but they will still qualify for rewards once the threshold is met.

Don’t miss your chance to enjoy months of exciting kits at an incredible value! Stop by the Paper Pumpkin page here for more details about how Paper Pumpkin works and get ready to order your prepaid subscriptions on December 1!

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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.

Everyday Beauty Kit

Create the perfect card for any occasion using the all-inclusive Everyday Beauty Kit. This kit comes with everything you need to make three unique card designs: printed card bases and coordinating envelopes with lovely botanical patterns, precut paper pieces, timeless faux wax seals, shimmering metallic thread, and a versatile stamp set that you can use on countless other projects.

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 Beige, gold, Gray Granite, Lost Lagoon, Night of Navy, Petal Pink
– Also available in French and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Everyday Beauty Photopolymer Stamp Set
– Clear stamp block
– Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot
– Step-by-step instructions
– 9 printed envelopes
– Faux wax seal stickers
– Metallic thread
– Adhesive

#166808

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Adventure Awaits Kit

Let your creativity take the driver’s seat with the Adventure Awaits Kit. Coast in the retro colors and hand-drawn artwork that can be either feminine or masculine. With printed sentiments, precut paper, and vellum details, this kit comes with everything you need to make nine cute cards.

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 Black, Coastal Cabana, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Granny Apple Green, Pecan Pie, Petal Pink, Poppy Parade, Pretty Peacock, Timid Tiger
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Step-by-step instructions
– 9 printed envelopes
– Vellum
– Adhesive

#167235

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Watercolor In Bloom December Paper Pumpkin
Subscribe November 11 – December 10

Show your love and appreciation with rich watercolor hues and elegant botanical flourishes.

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

• Copper foil and copper sequins

• Precut paper and vellum pieces

• Coordinating colors: Copper, Garden Green, Night of Navy (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Pretty Peacock, Secret Sea, Shaded Spruce

Personalize your card greetings with customizable sentiment stamps!

Subscribe to the December Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 November and 10 December by clicking here!

Don’t miss the coordinating
Abundant Joy Dies Add-On!

Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Abundant Joy Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a gift tag, a flower, sprigs of greenery, or the word Joy to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Cozy Christmas Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Wrapped in Cheer Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Watercolor in Bloom Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options!

DETAILS
– 6 dies
– Largest die: 2-7/8″ x 1-1/2″

#167855 $12.00

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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! Coneflower Celebrations for The Card Concepts

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Wednesday morning my stamping friends. How is everyone doing today? We’re halfway through the week and on our way to the weekend already.

Today’s card is for the inspiration challenge from The Card Concepts. The inspiration photo #219 is Blooms & Butterflies. 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! Coneflower Celebration Bundle for my card today. I was inspired by the Butterfly on the Flowers along with the colors for my Clean & Layered card today.

I hope you will take a moment to visit The Card Concepts and join us for our challenge 219. How are you inspired by the photos?

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Stamp the flower, stem and leaf images from the Stampin Up! Coneflower Celebrations Photopolymer Stamp Set in Tuxedo Black Ink on a panel of Basic White. Color the images using Old Olive, Peach Pie, Petal Pink and Deep Combo Pack Stampin’ Blends Markers. Randomly stamp the splatter image from the Coneflower Celebrations stamp set in Cajun Craze Ink on the Basic White panel.

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Adhere the Basic White panel to a Petal Pink mat with Stampin’ Seal. Wrap a piece of the Old Olive Linen Thread around the layered panel 3 times and tie a bow. Adhere the layered panel to a Cajun Craze card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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Stamp the butterfly image from the Coneflower Celebrations stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the sentiment from the Coneflower Celebrations stamp set in Cajun Craze Ink on a panel of Basic White. Color the butterfly using Basic Black, Peach Pie and Petal Pink Stampin’ Blends Markers. Cut the butterfly and the flower center from a panel of Early Espresso, using the Coneflower Celebrations Dies. Adhere the flower center to the top of the flower using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the sentiment over the Linen Thread using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the butterfly to the flower using Glue Dots and Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Cajun Craze & Gold Dots to the card front.

Stampin' Up! Coneflower Celebrations Thank You 5 creativestampingdesigns.com

Stamp the sentiment from the Coneflower Celebrations stamp set in Cajun Craze Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the butterfly image from the Coneflower Celebrations stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink next to the sentiment. Color the image using Basic Black, Peach Pie and Petal Pink Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Petal Pink mat then to the inside of the Cajun Craze card base.

Stampin' Up! Coneflower Celebrations Thank You 6 creativestampingdesigns.com

Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish the card. Stamp the butterfly image from the Coneflower Celebrations stamp set on the envelope front in Tuxedo Black Ink and the coneflower image on the envelope flap. Color the images using Basic Black, Old Olive, Peach Pie, Petal Pink and the Deep Combo Pack Stampin’ Blends Markers.

Stampin' Up! Coneflower Celebrations Thank You 7 creativestampingdesigns.com

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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Final Week for our September Online Class

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer an online Fall card class using Stampin’ Up! Online Exclusive Gathering Together Suite. We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 Beginner Stamper cards, 2 Casual Stamper Cards and 2 Advanced Stamper Cards. Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

Stampin’ Up! Cajun Craze & Gold Dots (full pack)
Stampin’ Up! Early Espresso & Old Olive Linen Thread Pack (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.

The class will be held Sunday September 28th from 1 to 5 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.

I am not including the bundle or stamp set 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 $35 + $10 (Priority Shipping)

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price. I will invoice you through PayPal and invoices must be paid by September 14th to insure I can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.

Deadline: Sunday September 14th (this is so I have time to order all the products being used)

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

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Last Day for Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards

The new September – December 2025 Mini Catalog and the new September Online Exclusives are now available to order. Let’s kick off the new catalog and online exclusives with Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards. THAT’S 2X THE REWARDS FOR YOU FROM ME!!! Starting September 3 – September 10 I’m offering DOUBLE REWARDS 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. Head over to my Online Store and get those orders in early and earn those Double Rewards!!

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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock (2) – 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front & inner liner), 2″ x 2″(butterfly), 1/2″ x 3″(sentiment)
Petal Pink Cardstock (2) – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(card front & inner liner mats)
Cajun Craze Cardstock 4 1/4″ x 11″(card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″)
Early Espresso Cardstock 1″ x 2″(die cut)

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Product List

Coneflower Celebration Bundle (English)

[165251]

$53.00

Coneflower Celebrations Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[165247]

$24.00

Coneflower Celebrations Dies

[165250]

$35.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119684]

$14.00

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

$14.00

Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146985]

$14.00

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

[147085]

$9.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$8.00

Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154892]

$11.00

Peach Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[163827]

$11.00

Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154893]

$11.00

Stampin’ Blends Deep Combo Pack

[158152]

$11.00

Cajun Craze & Gold Dots

[165984]

$9.00

Early Espresso & Old Olive Linen Thread Pack

[165986]

$9.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes

[159236]

$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Take Your Pick

[144107]

$12.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Final Week to Register for September Online Class & Double Creative Stamping Designs until September 10th

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Monday morning stamping friends and welcome to a new week. How was your weekend? What fun things did you do? I worked on Saturday and spent all day Sunday cutting up and packaging my product shares. My husband came to my rescue and helped cut up the DSP for me and my daughter helped me cut up the Ribbon. I still have a lot more to cut up today after work or tomorrow. My goal is to get everything to the Post Office by Wednesday at the latest.

Last Week to Register for our September Online Class

The class fee includes:

Stampin’ Up! Cajun Craze & Gold Dots (full pack)
Stampin’ Up! Early Espresso & Old Olive Linen Thread Pack (full pack)
Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
PDF with detailed directions

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

I am not including the bundle or stamp set 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 $35 + $10 (Priority Shipping)

Deadline: Sunday September 14th (this is so I have time to order all the products being used)

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

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Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards Going on Until September 10

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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.

Road To Christmas Kit

Create loads of Christmas cards with the Road to Christmas Kit. This vintage-inspired kit features a nostalgic Christmas truck packed with presents, set against a scenic tree farm backdrop. Add festive stamps and heartfelt sentiments to deliver an extra helping of Christmas happiness in every card you create.

– Makes 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs
– Folded card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
– Colors: Basic Black, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Pool Party, Real Red
– Sentiments printed in Dutch, English, French, and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Step-by-step instructions
– 8 printed card bases
– 8 printed envelopes

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Handmade & Heartfelt Kit

The Handmade & Heartfelt Kit proves that the art of writing a personal card is alive and well. So slow down and enjoy creating with peek-through cards, layering pieces, sentiment stamps, and a built-in organization station to help you make, sort, and send cards with ease. Share handmade joy from one convenient box and turn every card into a heartfelt connection.

– Makes 10 cards: 2 each of 5 designs
– Folded card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
– Colors: Basic Beige, Crumb Cake, Lost Lagoon, Petal Pink, Secret Sea, Very Vanilla

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Handmade & Heartfelt Stamp Set
– Card organizer
– Clear stamp block
– Secret Sea Classic Stampin’ Spot™
– Step-by-step instructions
– 10 printed card bases
– 10 printed envelopes
– Precut pieces, embellishments, and twine
– Adhesive

#166213

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Water Painter Are Back

The Stampin’ Up! Water Painters are back. I love doing techniques with these. They make it so easy with the filled bottom so you don’t have to have a bowl of water handy when you are painting. You can find them in my Online Store under Tools and Storage products!!

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Stampin’ Up! World Card Making Day October 4th

Stampin’ Up! is hosting a World Card Making Day event on Saturday, October 4 from 2:00-3:00 PM MT! Everyone is welcome to attend the event! Be sure to register (I’ll share the registration link in my next newsletter) between September 3 and October 3 so that you get the link to join the event and the gift after the event!

Here are the event details:

Who: Everyone!When: October 4, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. (MT)

Where: Online

Price of Event: Free

Registration Dates: September 3–October 3, 2025, until 2:00 p.m. (MT)

Registration for this event is free. You must register to receive a link to view the event. Also, those who register will receive a gift after the event ends. So everyone should register so they don’t miss out on the event link and a special registration gift.

Language of Event: Most of the event will be presented in English with language interpretation voiceover and subtitles in English, French, German, and Dutch.

Video on Demand: Stampin’ Up! will record this live event. Anyone who has the event link will be able to watch the recorded event after it’s over.

World Card Making Day Event Kit – Optional Craft Along!
One of the best parts about this event is the opportunity to craft together! This year Stampin’ Up! is going to create cards using the Handmade & Heartfelt Kit, an all-inclusive product that comes with everything you need to make 10 lovely, all-occasion cards.

Here are the kit details:
Item: Handmade & Heartfelt Kit (166213)

Includes: A stamp set, 10 cards and envelopes, a card organizer, shaped labels, twine, glitter adhesive, embellishments, a mini ink pad

Kit Ordering Begins: September 3, 2025

Kit Price: $32

NOTE: There is no requirement to purchase the kit in order to attend the event. However, if you’d like to create the card projects shown at the event, you will want to purchase the kit ahead of time so that you’ll be able to join in the fun! It will be available to order in the Kits Collection beginning September 3!

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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! Prairie Grass CAS

Posted on September 7, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Sunday morning stamping friends. I hope your weekend is going well. I’ll be cutting more of my shares up today in hopes to get them shipped out early this week.

Today’s card is another one that we made Wednesday night at my class. I did an ink splatter technique using the Water Painters that are back. 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! Online Exclusive Prairie Grass Cling Stamp Set along with the Stampin’ Up! Amber Autumn Cling Stamp Set and the Traditional Labels Dies for my card today.

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Using a Blending Brush, add Cajun Craze Ink to a Basic White panel. Tap a Water Painter on a Bone Folder to sprinkle water over the inked area.

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Once the paper is dry, stamp the tall grass image from the Prairie Grass stamp set in Versamark Ink on the inked panel. Sprinkle the image with Black Embossing Powder and set it using the Heat Tool. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Petal Pink mat with Stampin’ Seal.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Amber Autumn stamp set on a panel of Basic White. Cut the sentiment out with the small oval Traditional Labels Dies. Cut the larger oval from the Traditional Labels Dies from a panel of Petal Pink. Adhere the sentiment to the mat with Stampin’ Seal. Adhere the sentiment to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Charming Shimmer Faceted Dots to the card front.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Amber Autumn stamp set in Tuxedo Back Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the cattail image from the Prairie Grass stamp set in Cajun Craze ink on the bottom of the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Petal Pink mat then to the inside of the Cajun Craze card base.

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To finish your card, decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope. Stamp the cattail image from the Prairie Grass stamp set in Cajun Craze ink on the envelope front and 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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Registration now Open for our September Online Class

The class fee includes:

Stampin’ Up! Cajun Craze & Gold Dots (full pack)
Stampin’ Up! Early Espresso & Old Olive Linen Thread Pack (full pack)
Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
PDF with detailed directions

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

I am not including the bundle or stamp set 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 $35 + $10 (Priority Shipping)

Deadline: Sunday September 14th (this is so I have time to order all the products being used)

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

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Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards Going on Until Sept 10

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Water Painter Are Back

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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock (2) – 3 3/4″ x 5″(card front & inner liner), 1 1/2″ x 2 1/2″(sentiment)
Cajun Craze Cardstock 4 1/4″ x 11″ (card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″)
Petal Pink Cardstock (2) – 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front & inner liner mats), 2″ x 2 3/4″(sentiment mat)

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Product List

Prairie Grass Cling Stamp Set (English)

[166168]

$26.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119684]

$14.00

Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146985]

$14.00

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

[147085]

$9.00

Versamark Pad

[102283]

$9.50

Basics Wow! Embossing Powder

[165679]

$21.00

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

[129053]

$32.00

Blending Brushes

[153611]

$15.00

Charming Shimmer Faceted Dots

[166139]

$8.50

Basic White Medium Envelopes

[159236]

$11.00

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

$11.50

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Take Your Pick

[144107]

$12.00

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Pumpkins

Posted on September 6, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Saturday morning stamping friends and welcome to the weekend!! I hope you have some fun plans in the works. I’ll be at work all day today.

Today’s card I mixed some older Online Exclusive DSP with a new stamp set. This is one of the cards we made at out class this past Wednesday evening. I’ve done this design many times before but changing up the DSP and focal image changes everything. If you’d like to see a quick video of how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels.

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I used the new Stampin’ Up! Online Exclusive Beautiful Pumpkins Bundle along with the Floral Charm Designer Series paper for my card today.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Pumpkins Photopolymer Stamp Set on the top of the small Basic White panel in Night of Navy Ink. Adhere the sentiment panel to the top of the Timid Tiger mat with Stampin’ Seal. Adhere the panel of Floral Charm DSP to the bottom of the Timid Tiger mat with Stampin’ Seal. Wrap a piece of Mossy Meadow & Gold 1/4″ Trim around the panel and adhere in the back with Stampin’ Seal.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the large-detailed pumpkin image from the Beautiful Pumpkins stamp set in Timid Tiger Ink. Stamp the large-solid pumpkin image from the Beautiful Pumpkins stamp set in Timid Tiger Ink, stamping off once on scarp paper, over the detailed image. Cut the image out using the Beautiful Pumpkins Dies. Using the Beautiful Pumpkins Dies cut the large & small vein dies from a panel of Old Olive and the large stem image from a panel of Pecan Pie.

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Adhere the vein die cut panels and the stem to the die cut pumpkin with Glue Dots. Adhere the die cut pumpkin to the card front over the ribbon with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a Streaked Dot embellishment to the card front.

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Stamp the sentiment from the Beautiful Pumpkins stamp set in Night of Navy Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the small-detailed pumpkin image from the Beautiful Pumpkins stamp set in Timid Tiger Ink on the bottom of the panel. Stamp the small-solid pumpkin image from the Beautiful Pumpkins stamp set in timid Tiger Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, over the detailed image. Stamp the small stem image in Pecan Pie Ink. Stamp the vein image from the Beautiful Pumpkins stamp set in Old Olive Ink around the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Timid Tiger mat then to the inside of the Night of Navy card base.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish the card. Stamp the large details pumpkin image from the Beautiful Pumpkins stamp set in Timid Tiger Ink on the envelope front. Stamp the solid large pumpkin image in Timid Tiger Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, over the detailed image. Stamp the vein image from the Beautiful Pumpkins stamp set in Old Olive Ink and the pumpkin stem image in Pecan Pie Ink. Adhere a panel of Floral Charm 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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Registration now Open for our September Online Class

The class fee includes:

Stampin’ Up! Cajun Craze & Gold Dots (full pack)
Stampin’ Up! Early Espresso & Old Olive Linen Thread Pack (full pack)
Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
PDF with detailed directions

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

I am not including the bundle or stamp set 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 $35 + $10 (Priority Shipping)

Deadline: Sunday September 14th (this is so I have time to order all the products being used)

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

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Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards Going on Until Sept 10

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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock 2 1/2″ x 4″(sentiment), 2 1/2″ x 3″(artwork), 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner)
Night of Navy Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
Old Olive Cardstock 1 1/2″ x 3 1/2″(die cuts)
Pecan Pie Cardstock 1″ x 1″ (die cut)
Timid Tiger Cardstock (2) – 4 18/” X 5 3/8″(card front & inner liner mats)
Floral Charm Designer Series Paper 3 1/4″ x 4″(car front panel), 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope flap)

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Product List

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100867]

$14.00

Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100702]

$14.00

Pecan Pie 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[161717]

$14.00

Timid Tiger 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165626]

$14.00

Floral Charm 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[166125]

$12.50

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

[147110]

$9.00

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

[147090]

$9.00

Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad

[161665]

$9.00

Timid Tiger Classic Stampin' Pad

[165278]

$9.00

Mossy Meadow & Gold 1/4" (6.4 Mm)

[166158]

$9.50

Basic White Medium Envelopes

[159236]

$11.00

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

$11.50

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Take Your Pick

[144107]

$12.00

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Stampin’ Up! Amber Autumn Trees for Fun Fold Friday

Posted on September 5, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Friday morning stamping friends and welcome to my fun fold Friday. I hope you all had a great short week and are looking forward to the weekend ahead. I’ll be starting to cut up all my shares today once my order arrives, so if you ordered a share from me, I’m hoping to be shipping them out by early next week.

I played with a couple new products for today’s card, both in the mini catalog and online exclusives. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Autumn Trees Bundle along with the Stampin’ Up! Amber Autumn Cling Stamp Set, Online Exclusive Gather Leaves Embossing Folder and Gathering Together Specialty Designer Series Paper for my card today.

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Add Misty Moonlight Ink to the Basic Beige card front panel using the Blending Brush. emboss the panel using the Gathering Leaves EF. On a panel of Basic Beige, stamp the large tree image from the Stampin’ Up! Autumn Trees Cling Stamp Set adding color to the tree using Blending Brushes with Old Olive and Pecan Pie Inks. Cut the image out using the Autumn Trees Dies. Using the Autumn Trees Dies cut the detailed leaves die from panels of Cherry Cobbler and Timid Tiger and the deer border from a panel of Early Espresso. Stamp the sentiment from the Amber Autumn stamp set in Versamark Ink on the bottom of the deer die cut. Sprinkle the sentiment with White Embossing Powder and set it using the Heat Tool.

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Adhere the deer die cut to the bottom of the embossed panel with Liquid Glue. Adhere the tree to the embossed panel with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the Cherry Cobbler and Timid Tiger die cut leaves to the tree with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Neutral Matte Dots to the card front panel. Score & fold the Early Espresso card base as listed below in measurements. Image below of how it looks folded. Adhere the 2-larger Gathering Together DSP panels to the Early Espresso card base with Stampin’ Seal. Adhere the embossed card front panel to the left side of the card base with Liquid Glue.

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Adhere the 2-smaller Gathering Together DSP panels to the inside of the Early Espresso card base with Stampin’ Seal. On a panel of Basic Beige, stamp the sentiment from the Amber Autumn stamp set in Early Espresso Ink. Stamp the tree image from the Autumn Trees stamp set on the bottom of the panel in Pecan Pie Ink. Using the Autumn Trees Dies, cut the deer image from a panel of Early Espresso. Snip the 2 deer portion off and adhere it to the bottom. Adhere the Basic Beige panel to the inside of the Early Espresso card base.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the tree image from the Autumn Trees stamp set in Pecan Pie Ink on the envelope front. Adhere a panel of Gathering Together 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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Registration now Open for our September Online Class

The class fee includes:

Stampin’ Up! Cajun Craze & Gold Dots (full pack)
Stampin’ Up! Early Espresso & Old Olive Linen Thread Pack (full pack)
Pre-cut card kits to complete each card
Zoom class with complete instructions to complete each card
PDF with detailed directions

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

I am not including the bundle or stamp set 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 $35 + $10 (Priority Shipping)

Deadline: Sunday September 14th (this is so I have time to order all the products being used)

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 Beige Cardstock 3 1/2″ x 5″ (card front), 4″ x 5 1/4″(tree), 3 3/8″ x 5 3/8″ (inner liner)
Cherry Cobbler Cardstock 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″(die cut)
Early Espresso Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 11″ (card base, scored and folded at 2″ and 3 3/4″ from both long ends), 2 1/2″ x 4 1/4″ (die cut)
Timid Tiger Cardstock 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ (die cut)
Gathering Together Specialty Designer Series Paper (2) – 1 7/8″ x 5 3/8″ (front panels), (2) – 1 5/8″ x 5 3/8″ (inner panels), 2 1/4″ x 6″ (envelope flap)

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Product List

Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[164511]

$14.00

Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119685]

$14.00

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

$14.00

Timid Tiger 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165626]

$14.00

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$9.00

Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad

[153118]

$9.00

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

[147090]

$9.00

Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad

[161665]

$9.00

Versamark Pad

[102283]

$9.50

Basics Wow! Embossing Powder

[165679]

$21.00

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

[129053]

$32.00

Blending Brushes

[153611]

$15.00

Neutral Matte Dots

[165561]

$8.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes

[159236]

$11.00

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

$11.50

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Take Your Pick

[144107]

$12.00

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Stampin’ Up! Inspiring Imperfections Thanks

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Wednesday morning stamping friends. How is your week going? I got my BIG preorder placed yesterday from the upcoming September-December 2025 Mini Catalog and September Online Exclusives. I hope you love everything as much as I do from the new catalog.

I played with one of my favorite sets for my card today. This suite makes the most elegant cards with very little effort. 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! Inspiring Imperfections Bundle along with the Joined Together 3D Embossing Folder and Kintsugi Inspirations Specialty Designer Series Paper for my card today.

My design is from CAS Colours & Sketch Challenge #566

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Stamp the sentiment from the Stampin’ Up! Inspiring Imperfections Photopolymer Stamp Set in Versamark Ink on a Basic White card front. Sprinkle the sentiment with Gold Embossing Powder and set it with the Heat Tool.

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Emboss a panel of Lost Lagoon using the Joined Together EF. Adhere the embossed panel to the bottom of the Basic White card front. Adhere a thin strip of Gold Foil to the top of the embossed panel. Adhere the Basic White card front to a Basic White Thick card base.

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Cut 1 of the vases from a panel of Kintsugi Inspirations DSP using the Inspiring Imperfections Dies. Adhere the vase to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a Flower Accent to the card front.

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Stamp the sentiment from Inspiring Imperfections stamp set in Lost Lagoon Ink on a panel of Basic White. Adhere a strip of Kintsugi Inspirations DSP to the bottom of the panel. Stamp the small bowl vase image from the Inspiring Imperfections stamp set in Petal Pink Ink on the bottom of the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Lost Lagoon mat then to the inside of the Basic White Thick card base.

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Finish the card by decorating a Basic White Medium Envelope. Adhere a strip of Kintsugi Inspirations DSP to the bottom of the envelope front. Stamp the small bowl vase from the Inspiring Imperfections stamp set in Petal Pink Ink on the bottom of the panel. Adhere a panel of Kintsugi Inspirations 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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2025-2027 In-Color Products Sale Going On

Starting August 5, select products that feature the new 2025–2027 In Colors™ are 15% off! This is a great opportunity to purchase new In Color products at a discount, so grab products you love—like ink, two-tone cardstock, and Designer Series Paper—and get everything you need to create projects that showcase Stampin’ Up!’s amazing color coordination!

Promotion Details:

Sales Period: August 5–31
Ordering Deadline: August 31, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (MT)
Sale includes select inks, cardstock, Designer Series Paper, embellishments, and other products that include these new In Colors. Only products featured on the 2025–2027 In Colors page are included in this promotion.
Products are available only while supplies last.

You can find the 2025-2027 In Color sale items that will be on sale beginning August 5 right here! Get your list ready and shop early for the best selection!

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Registration Open for our August Online Technique Class

Tara Carpenter, Nicole Bloxom and I are teaming up to offer a fun Technique Online Zoom Class. We will be creating 6 different cards using 6 different techniques. This class is free with a $50 purchase from my Online Store. We will supply a list of supplies we are going to be using in the next couple days. We decided to open registration early so you can take advantage of the Free Shipping and my Double Rewards and also earn a free class.

The class requirements and What You Will Receive:

Visit my Online Store and place a $50 or more order before tax and shipping.
Once you have made the purchase, fill out this form and submit Click Here for Google Form
Zoom class with complete step by step instructions to complete each card as we go.
PDF with detailed directions and photos
A Link to the recorded class after we are done so you can watch it again and make more cards.

Here is a list of just some of the items that Tara, Nicole and I will be using.

Charming Day Bundle
Elements of Text stamp set
Artistic Leaves Stamp Set
Two-Tone Cardstock
Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper
Iridescent Treat Bags
Stampin’ Spritzer
Wow Basics Embossing Powder
Heat Tool
Floral Charm DSP
Adhesive Sheets
Stylish Shapes Dies

A week before the class I will send you the complete PDF of the cards so you can cut all your cardstock and gather your supplies, so you are ready to go. We will NOT be cutting cardstock live. Everyone’s cards will be unique since you will pick which color cardstock and ink you want to use for each card.

The class will be held on Sunday August 24th from 1pm – 5pm Eastern Time via Zoom. This will allow everyone all over the United States to participate live!

I will email you the Zoom link to the class a few days before the event.

Click Here to Register

Deadline to sign up is Sunday August 17th at 5pm ET

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Sales Tax Holiday

Twelve states and Puerto Rico are having Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays this year and some Stampin’ Up! items qualify for the tax break in those states!

The states with upcoming tax holidays are: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. So if you live in one of those states or Puerto Rico, take a second to download the spreadsheet below and mark your calendar!

Here is the list of states having sales tax holidays, what the dates are and what supplies will be tax free during the holiday (click on the image to download a full-size printable page):

Please note that you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in your state in order to receive these items tax-free (which is midnight on the first day to midnight on the last day of the tax holiday). Also, keep in mind that this is a state sales tax holiday; the state statute may not apply to county, city, and special jurisdiction taxes.

For those wondering about Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday this year.

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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(card front), 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner)
Basic White Thick Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
Lost Lagoon Cardstock 1 3/4″ x 5 3/8″(card front panel), 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(inner liner mat)
Kintsugi Inspirations Specialty Designer Series Paper 1/2″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner), 1/4″ x 6″ & 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope)
Gold Foil 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(card front panel)

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Product List

Inspiring Imperfections Bundle (English)

[165167]

$42.25

Inspiring Imperfections Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[165161]

$19.00

Inspiring Imperfections Dies

[165166]

$28.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[159229]

$17.00

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133679]

$14.00

Kintsugi Inspirations 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[165159]

$16.50

Gold Foil Sheets

[132622]

$5.00

Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad

[161678]

$9.00

Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad

[147108]

$9.00

Versamark Pad

[102283]

$9.50

Metallics Wow! Embossing Powder

[165678]

$21.00

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

[129053]

$32.00

Joined Together 3 D Embossing Folder

[165170]

$10.00

Flower Accents

[165171]

$8.50

Basic White Medium Envelopes

[159236]

$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

$11.50

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Take Your Pick

[144107]

$12.00

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Stampin’ Up! FREE SHIPPING & Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards July 23-25

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Hi stamping friends!! Stampin’ Up! just let us know that they will be having FREE SHIPPING July 23 – July 25 on orders of $75 or more before tax.

All order types qualify for this promotion.
Free shipping is for three days only. Orders must be closed July 25.
Free shipping automatically applies to your cart after the qualifying amount has been met, which is $75 USD (before tax).
Coupon codes and Stampin’ Rewards will lower your order’s retail amount. Orders must meet the qualifying amount to be eligible for free shipping.
The additional cost for expedited shipping is not covered by this promotion.
Prepaid 3-, 6-, and 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions and month-to-month subscriptions do not qualify for free shipping. Refills, past kits and add-ons do qualify toward free shipping, but you must be a subscriber to purchase. Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount ($27.00 USD shipping included) + tax.

To sweeten the deal a little better, I’m going to be giving you Double Creative Stamping Designs Rewards for those 3 Days Only. 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. Head over to my Online Store and get those orders in early. When you are shopping, don’t forget to check out the new Online Exclusive products available in the Online Store. My Double Rewards will end on Friday July 25th when the Free Shipping ends.

Get those orders ready and head over to my Online Store first thing Wednesday morning and place those orders early.

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Sales Tax Holiday

Twelve states and Puerto Rico are having Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays this year and some Stampin’ Up! items qualify for the tax break in those states!

Here is the list of states having sales tax holidays, what the dates are and what supplies will be tax free during the holiday (click on the image to download a full-size printable page):

For those wondering about Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday this year.

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Farmhouse Florals

Subscribe July 11 – August 10

Send whimsical cards featuring flowers nestled in delightfully unexpected places.

Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes
Precut paper pieces and linen thread
Sentiment stamps for the outside and inside of the cards
Coordinating colors: Calypso Coral, Darling Duckling, Gray Granite, Lost Lagoon, Pecan Pie, Secret Sea (Classic Stampin’ Spot)

Subscribe to the August Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 July and 10 August by clicking here!

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Don’t miss the coordinating
Circle of Seasons Dies Add-On!

Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Circle of Seasons Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a strawberry with a blossom, a circle, a leaf, or an acorn to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Farmhouse Florals Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Fall for Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options! This exclusive add-on (item 167277) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning June 11. Add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!

DETAILS
– 4 dies
– Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm)
– Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)

You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.

Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.

#167277 $12

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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.