Stampin’ Up! Tax Free Holiday Coming!! 2 more Days for Fundraiser for Texas Floods & Creative Stamping Designs Retirement List Updated

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Friday morning stamping friends. How was your week? I spent the entire day yesterday house sitting for my son so that repairs could be done and he could go to work. Of course, I didn’t’ bring anything other than older Paper Pumpkin kits to put together, I figured I’d be home in time to make a card for today. I will do almost anything to help both my son and daughter even if it means putting myself to the side.

Sales Tax Holiday Starting Soon

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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Today and Tomorrow are the last days for my Fundraiser

Currently I will be donating $180 to Mercury One for the flood victims. I know you all can help to reach my goal of $500.

We’ve all been watching – and crying – as we’ve watched the devastation caused by the flooding of the Guadalupe River in Texas on July 4th. It’s beyond horrible. Since there’s really nothing most of us can do that is hands-on – I try to help financially. I’m coming to you for HELP! So…I’m going to do a fundraiser that’ll start right now. I’ve selected Mercury One as the recipient of our donation.

Mercury One is a 501(c)(3) charity that was founded in 2011 by media personality, entrepreneur, and New York Times best-selling author Glenn Beck. It was created to inspire the world in the same way the United States’ space program shaped America’s national destiny by setting a goal and committing to reach it against all odds. The only limitations to achievement are those we place on ourselves, and we believe in the goodness and power of the individual to overcome any obstacle.

How can you help me help them??

Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!

And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!

I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).

1. – Shop Online:

For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
- You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
- Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.

OR…

2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK

For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.

OR…

3. – Do Both!!

If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

Please note: Per Stampin’ Up! rules, I’m only allowed to ship the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine to addresses in the United States or military APO addresses. Only those with US/APO shipping addresses will be eligible to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Anyone outside the US is welcome to donate but will not be eligible to win the machine.

NOTE: Orders and/or Donations must be placed by midnight Eastern Time on Saturday July 19 to be entered to win the machine. One winner of the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine will be randomly chosen on Sunday July 20th from all of the entries received.

Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.

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I’ve Updated My Retirement List

I was finally able to update my list with products that have retired. The prices listed are at least 50% off the original prices, so my bundles are the original 10% off then my 50% off on top of that. Visit my Retirement Sale Page and grab some of those Bundles, Stamp Sets, Dies and Embossing Folders you missed out on. Click Here to go directly to the page. The list is long, but it’s in alphabetical order to find things easily. Have fun shopping!!

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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.

Stampin’ Up! Spotlight on Nature CAS

Posted on July 16, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Wednesday morning stamping friends. We’re halfway through the week and on our way to the weekend.

I played with my favorite older set today and made a CAS card. 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.

Stampin' Up! Spotlight on Nature CAS 1 creativestampingdesigns.com

I used the Stampin’ Up! Spotlight on Nature Cling Stamp Set for my card today.

Stampin' Up! Spotlight on Nature CAS 2 creativestampingdesigns.com

Using Post-it Note Tape, mask off all 4 sides of the Basic Beige card front panel. Using the Blending Brush, add Basic Beige Ink to the center of the card front. Remove the Post-it Note tape.

Stampin' Up! Spotlight on Nature CAS 3 creativestampingdesigns.com

Stamp the flower image from the Spotlight on Nature stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the panel. Color the image with Highland Heather and Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the Basic Beige panel to a Lost Lagoon mat with Stampin’ Seal.

Stampin' Up! Spotlight on Nature CAS 4 creativestampingdesigns.com

Adhere the layered panel to a Basic Beige card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Purple Fine Shimmer Gems to the card front.

Stampin' Up! Spotlight on Nature CAS 5 creativestampingdesigns.com

Stamp the sentiment from Spotlight on Nature stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on a panel of Basic Beige. Stamp the butterfly image from Spotlight on Nature stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink next to the sentiment. Color the image with Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the Basic Beige panel to a Lost Lagoon mat then to the inside of the Basic Beige card base.

Stampin' Up! Spotlight on Nature CAS 6 creativestampingdesigns.com

Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the butterfly image from the Spotlight on Nature stamp set in tuxedo Black Ink on the envelope front and flap. Color the image with Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends Markers.

Stampin' Up! Spotlight on Nature CAS 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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Together Let’s Raise Some Money for the Floods in Texas from July 4th

As of last night, July 14th, we’re at $170 of the $500 to be donated. We can Do this!!!

How can you help me help them??

Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!

And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!

I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).

1. – Shop Online:

For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
- You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
- Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.

OR…

2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK

For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.

OR…

3. – Do Both!!

If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.

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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!

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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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic Beige Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ (card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″), 3 3/4″ x 5″(card front), 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner)
Lost Lagoon Cardstock 3 7/8″ x 5 1/8″(card front mat), 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(inner liner mat)

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Product List

Spotlight On Nature Cling Stamp Set (English)

[163579]

$23.00

Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[164511]

$14.00

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

[133679]

$14.00

Basic Beige Classic Stampin Pad

[163806]

$9.00

Blending Brushes

[153611]

$15.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$8.00

Highland Heather Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154887]

$11.00

Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[161680]

$11.00

Purple Fine Shimmer Gems

[162611]

$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

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! Pattern of Friendship Birthday

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Tuesday morning stamping friends. Happy middle of July. This month is just flying by. How is everyone doing today? My area of NJ was under water with flash floods last night from all the rain. Even our major highways were flooded. We were ok by my house.

I played with one of my favorite packs of DSP for today’s card. I love the subtles so much. Here’s my card for today.

Stampin' Up! Pattern of Friendship Birthday 1 creativestampingdesigns.com

I used the Stampin’ Up! Pattern of Friendship Photopolymer Stamp Set along with the Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper and the Stampin’ Up! Paper Tags Cling Stamp Set for my card today.

Stampin' Up! Pattern of Friendship Birthday 2 creativestampingdesigns.com

Stamp the sentiment from the Pattern of Friendship stamp set on the panel of Wildflower Birthday DSP in Versamark Ink. Sprinkle the sentiment with Gold Embossing Powder and set it with the Heat Tool. Adhere the embossed panel to the top of the Pretty in Pink panel with Stampin’ Seal.

Stampin' Up! Pattern of Friendship Birthday 3 creativestampingdesigns.com

Cut the panel of Wildflower Birthday DSP down 2″ from the center top. Fold from the cut line to the corners to fan it open. Adhere the panel to the card front with Liquid Glue. Wrap a piece of 3/8″ Gold Striped Mesh Ribbon around the layered panel and tie a bow. Adhere the layered panel to a Soft Sea Foam card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Stampin' Up! Pattern of Friendship Birthday 4 creativestampingdesigns.com

Adhere flowers, leaves and gold sprigs from the Wildflower Birthday DSP to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals and Glue Dots. Add a few Iridescent Foil Gems to the card front.

Stampin' Up! Pattern of Friendship Birthday 5 creativestampingdesigns.com

Stamp the sentiment from Paper Tags stamp set in Versamark Ink on a panel of Basic White. Sprinkle the sentiment with Gold Embossing Powder and set it with the Heat Tool. Adhere 2 strips of Wildflower Birthday DSP to either side of the panel. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Pretty in Pink mat then to the inside of the Soft Sea Foam card base.

Stampin' Up! Pattern of Friendship Birthday 6 creativestampingdesigns.com

Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Adhere a strip of Wildflower Birthday DSP to the envelope front and a panel to the envelope flap.

Stampin' Up! Pattern of Friendship Birthday 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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Together Let’s Raise Some Money for the Floods in Texas from July 4th

As of last night, July 14th, we’re at $170 of the $500 to be donated. We can Do this!!!

How can you help me help them??

Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!

And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!

I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).

1. – Shop Online:

For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
- You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
- Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.

OR…

2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK

For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.

OR…

3. – Do Both!!

If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.

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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!

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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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock 4″ x 5 1/4″(inner liner)
Pretty in Pink Cardstock (2) – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(card front & inner liner mats)
Soft Sea Foam Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
Wildflower Birthday Specialty Designer Series Paper 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front), 2 1/4″ x 5 1/4″(card front panel), (2) – 3/8″ x 4″(inner liner), 1/2″ x 6″ & 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope)

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Stampin’ Up! Artistic Leaves CAS

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Monday morning stamping friends, welcome to a new week. How was your weekend? I got outside for a little while yesterday, deadheading some of my flowers, picking tomatoes and getting the stakes in my tomato plants. They are really taking off and some of them are very top heavy with tomatoes.

I have a CAS card for you today using a new set from the Online Exclusives. I see myself making a lot of fall cards with this set. 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.

Stampin' Up! Artistic Leaves CAS 1 creativestampingdesigns.com

I used the Stampin’ Up! Artistic Leaves Photopolymer Stamp Set for my CAS card today.

My design today came from Freshly Made Sketches Challenge #694.

Stampin' Up! Artistic Leaves CAS 2 creativestampingdesigns.com

Stamp the detailed leaf image from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Granny Apple Green Ink in the center of a Basic White card front. Stamp the detailed leaf image again in the bottom right and top left corners of the panel going off the page.

Stampin' Up! Artistic Leaves CAS 3 creativestampingdesigns.com

Stamp the solid fill leaf image from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Darling Duckling Ink over the center detailed leaf. Stamp the solid fill leaf image from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Lemon Lime Twist Ink over the 2 detailed corner leaf images. Stamp the splatter image from the Artistic Leaves stamp set randomly around the leaf in Night of Navy Ink. Adhere the Basic White card front to a Granny Apple Green mat with Stampin’ Seal. Adhere the layered panel to the Night of Navy card base with Stampin’ Seal.

Stampin' Up! Artistic Leaves CAS 4 creativestampingdesigns.com

On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Night of Navy Ink. Adhere the sentiment to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few 2025-2027 In-Color Flat Pearls to the card front.

Stampin' Up! Artistic Leaves CAS 5 creativestampingdesigns.com

Stamp the sentiment from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Night of Navy Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the detailed leaf image from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Granny Apple Green Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, over the sentiment. Stamp the solid leaf image in Darling Duckling Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, over the detailed leaf image. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Granny Apple Green mat then to the inside of the Night of Navy card base.

Stampin' Up! Artistic Leaves CAS 6 creativestampingdesigns.com

Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish your card. Stamp the detailed leaf image from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Granny Apple Green Ink on the envelope front and flap. Stamp the solid leaf image from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Lemon Lime Twist Ink over the detailed leaf image on the envelope front. Stamp the solid leaf image in darling Duckling Ink over the detailed leaf images on the envelope flap. Stamp the splatter image from the Artistic Leaves stamp set in Night of Navy Ink randomly round the leaves.

Stampin' Up! Artistic Leaves CAS 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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Together Let’s Raise Some Money for the Floods in Texas from July 4th

How can you help me help them??

Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!

And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!

I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).

1. – Shop Online:

For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
- You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
- Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.

OR…

2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK

For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.

OR…

3. – Do Both!!

If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.

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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!

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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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock 2 – 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front & inner liner), 1/2″ x 3″(sentiment)
Granny Apple green Cardstock (2) – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(card front & inner liner mats)
Night of Navy Cardstock 4 1/4″ x 11″(card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″)

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Product List

Artistic Leaves Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[166162]

$20.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

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

[146990]

$14.00

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

[100867]

$14.00

Darling Duckling Classic Stampin' Pad

[165277]

$9.00

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad

[147095]

$9.00

Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad

[147145]

$9.00

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

[147110]

$9.00

2025–2027 In Color™ Flat Pearls

[165192]

$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

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

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Stampin’ Up! Impressions Abloom Thanks

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Sunday morning stamping friends. I hope you are all having a great weekend. Yesterday turned out to be a nice day, once the humidity lifted. I was able to take my 2 pups for a walk after dinner and not work up a sweat.

Today’s card we made at our monthly team meeting on Tuesday night. Jaimie sent us all the measurements and talked us through the process of creating the card. Our cards were all similar but different. Here’s my card for today.

Stampin' Up! Impressions Abloom Thanks 1 creativestampingdesigns.com

I used the Stampin’ Up! Impressions Abloom Bundle along with the Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder, Floral Impressions Designer Series Paper and 1 3/4″ Circle Punch for my card.

Stampin' Up! Impressions Abloom Thanks 2 creativestampingdesigns.com

Emboss a panel of Fresh Freesia using the Eyelet EF. Using your Fresh Freesia stamp pad, swipe across the embossed panel to ink the raised images. Adhere the embossed panel to a Basic White mat with Liquid Glue.

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Adhere a panel of Floral Impressions DSP to the bottom of the embossed panel with Liquid Glue. Wrap a piece of 1/4″ Misty Moonlight 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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Using the Impressions Abloom Dies, cut 2 of the leaf dies from a panel of Pool Party and 6 tiny flowers from a panel of Fresh Freesia. Adhere the die cut leaves to the card front with Glue Dots. Adhere the tiny flowers on the leaves with Glue Dots. On a panel of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from Impressions Abloom stamp set in Misty Moonlight Ink. Cut the sentiment out using the Circle Punch. Adhere the sentiment to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots to the card front.

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Stamp the sentiment from Impressions Abloom stamp set in Misty Moonlight Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the stem and leaf images from Impressions Abloom stamp set in Pool Party Ink on the bottom of the panel. Stamp the small, detailed flower image from Impressions Abloom stamp set in Fresh Freesia Ink on the stems. Stamp the small, solid flower image over the detailed image in Fresh Freesia Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper. Stamp the flower centers in Lemon Lolly Ink. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Fresh Freesia 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 small flower image from the Impressions Abloom stamp set across the envelope front the same as you did for the inside of the card. Adhere a panel of Floral Impressions 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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Together Let’s Raise Some Money for the Floods in Texas from July 4th

How can you help me help them??

Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!

And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!

I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).

1. – Shop Online:

For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
- You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
- Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.

OR…

2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK

For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.

OR…

3. – Do Both!!

If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.

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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!

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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Card stock cuts for this project:

Basic White Cardstock 2 – 4″ x 5 1/4″(card front mat & inner liner), 2 1/4″ x 2 1/4″(sentiment)
Fresh Freesia Cardstock 3 7/8″ x 5 1/8″(card front), 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″(inner liner mat), 1″ x 2″(flowers)
Misty Moonlight Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
Pool Party Cardstock 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″(die cuts)
Floral Impressions Designer Series Paper 1″ x 3 1/2″(card front panel), 2 1/4″ x 6″(envelope)

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Product List

Impressions Abloom Bundle (English)

[165611]

$48.50

Impressions Abloom Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[165605]

$20.00

Impressions Abloom Dies

[165610]

$34.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155613]

$14.00

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

[153081]

$14.00

Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[122924]

$14.00

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

[165603]

$12.50

Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad

[155611]

$9.00

Lemon Lolly Classic Stampin' Pad

[161666]

$9.00

Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad

[153118]

$9.00

Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad

[147107]

$9.00

Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder

[163414]

$10.00

1-3/4" (4.4 Cm) Circle Punch

[119850]

$23.00

Misty Moonlight & White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Starter Ribbon Pack

[165276]

$5.00

Rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots

[162758]

$9.00

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

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

Take Your Pick

[144107]

$12.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Simply Scored

[122334]

$37.00

Creative Stamping Designs Fundraiser for Flood Victims in Texas

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Karen Ksenzakovic

Good Saturday morning stamping friends and welcome to the weekend. I hope you have some plans in the works. I’ll be working all day, which is good since there’s an air quality alert here in NJ again.

How can you help me help them??

Place a Stampin’ Up! Order Thru Me OR Donate Directly!

And – as an added incentive – if we hit our donation goal – $500– I’ll be giving away a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine to one winner!

I’m setting a goal of donating a total of $500 – and here’s how you can help me (and be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine!).

1. – Shop Online:

For any orders placed through my Online Store between now and Saturday July 19,2025, I’ll be making a targeted donation of 20% of your merchandise total to Mercury One for Texas Hill County Flood Victims.
- You’ll earn your Creative Stamping Designs Rewards with all order of $50 or more (before tax & shipping).
- Anyone ordering $50+ (before tax & shipping) will be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to give away on July 20th.

OR…

2. – Make a Donation of $50+ directly to Mercury One at this LINK

For those in the US, send me a screenshot (to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com) of the receipt for your donation of $50+ to Mercury One and you’ll be entered to win a new Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine from me to be give away on July 20th.

OR…

3. – Do Both!!

If you order $50+ through my Stampin’ Up! Online Store AND donate at least $50 directly to Mercury One, then your name will be entered TWICE to win the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!

Any questions, please send me an email to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I appreciate your help more than I can express.

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LAST DAY to register for Sweet Jar of Joy Online Class

Tara Carpenter and I are teaming up to offer a fun online class using Stampin’ Up! Sweet Jar Bundle and the new Stampin’ Up! Jar of Joy set. We will be creating 6 different cards during the class including 2 fun folds. 3 of the cards will be Christmas Cards and 3 will be Birthday Cards. Sign Up now by Clicking Here to reserve your spot.

The class fee includes:

Stampin’ Up! Cherry Cobbler & Pearl Adhesive Backed Berries (full pack)
Stampin’ Up! Mossy Meadow & Gold Trim (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.

The class will be held Sunday July 27th 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.

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

We are 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 + $9 (Priority Shipping)

Additional purchased items will be included in the above shipping price. I will invoice you through PayPal by July 13th to insure we can get the products delivered, packaged up and out to you with enough time.

Deadline: Saturday July 12th (this is so we 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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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!

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.