Stampin’ Up! Arched Wishes Fun Fold

Good Saturday morning stamping friends and welcome to the weekend. I hope you have some fun plans in the works. I’ll be working all day today. It’s supposed to be a beautiful day, a little cold, but sunny, so that means busy day.

Today’s card I played with a new Online Exclusive set along with some DSP from the Annual Catalog that will be retiring soon. 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 Arched Wishes Cling Stamp Set and Everyday Arches Dies along with the Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper for my card today.

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Cut the top 2 3/4″ off the front of a Berry Burst card base using Paper Trimmer. Adhere a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the card front using Stampin’ Seal.

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On a panel of Basic White, stamp the cupcake image from Arched Wishes stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink. color the image using Azure Afternoon, Bubble Bath and Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Blends Markers. Fussy cut the image using Paper Snips.

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Stamp the sentiment from Arched Wishes stamp set in Azure Afternoon Ink on a panel of Basic White. Stamp the starburst image from Arched Wishes stamp set in Lemon Lolly Ink on the panel. Cut the sentiment out using the 6th from the largest Everyday Arches Dies. Cut a panel of Azure Afternoon using the 3rd largest Everyday Arches Dies. Cut a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP using the 4th largest Everyday Arches Dies. Adhere the Bright & Beautiful DSP die cut to the Azure Afternoon die cut using Stampin’ Seal. Adhere the sentiment to the front of the DSP die cut using Stampin’ Seal. Adhere the layered panel to the bottom front of the Berry Burst card base using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the cupcake image to the sentiment panel using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a few Adhesive-Backed Sequins Trio to the card front.

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Cut a panel of Basic White using the 6th largest Everyday Arches Die. Stamp the sentiment from Arched Wishes stamp set in Azure Afternoon Ink on the Basic White die cut panel. Adhere a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to an Azure Afternoon mat. Adhere the sentiment panel to the layered panel. Adhere the layered panel to the inside of the Berry Burst card base. Add a few Adhesive-Backed Sequins Trio around the sentiment.

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Decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope to finish the card. Stamp the cupcake image from the Arched Wishes stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the envelope front. Color the image using Azure Afternoon, Bubble Bath and Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like my 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. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   RSQGVJPH

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2024 – 2025 Annual Catalog, January – April 2025 Mini Catalog or from the Online Exclusives!  For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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Tara and I are teaming up to do a Masculine Online Zoom Class on Sunday April 27th featuring the Stampin’ Up! Framed Scenes Bundle. I always seem to struggle with masculine cards, and I know a lot of others do too. We will be making 6 different cards featuring the bundle which is pictured below. I will be adding graphics in the next couple days once we are both done designing the cards.

The class will be held on Zoom on Sunday April 27th from 1pm – 5pm ET.

The class fee includes:

  • 6 complete Pre-Cut card kits with envelopes so they are ready to mail when you’re done.
  • Full pack of Natural Matte Dots
  • Full pack of Linen Thread
  • 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.

When you sign up for the class, you will see that you can add additional items needed to make the cards in the class if you do not already have them. These items are optional to add on, but we will be using the items to create the cards. We are offering the Stampin’ Up! Online Exclusive Framed Scenes Bundle at an additional 10% discount when you order it through me during sign up.

The class will be held on Zoom and anyone in the United States is welcome to purchase the class and join us! If you are unable to join us for the live event, but would still like to participate in the class, we will be recording the session so you can watch the replay any time and make the cards. We will also be emailing written tutorials with instructions and cardstock cuts so that you will have a reference too.

Class Cost: $35.00 + $9.00 priority shipping (additional products will be added to the cost for the products) and invoices will be sent out by March 27th.

Class Sign up Deadline: Tuesday March 25th at 5pm ET

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

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Daisy Daydream

Subscribe February 11 – March 10

Send sweet greetings with gorgeous cards featuring bees, honeycomb, and daisies.
• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes
• Specialty gold foil and precut vellum accents
• Unique precut paper pieces
• Coordinating colors: Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Lemon Lime Twist, Lost Lagoon
(Classic Stampin’ Spot), Mossy Meadow, Very Vanilla

Kit comes in a beautiful box with a FREE additional stamp set!

Subscribe to the February Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 January and 10 February by clicking here!

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Don’t miss the coordinating
Spring is in The Air Dies Add-On!

Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Spring Is in the Air Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a heart frame, flowering chive, honeycomb, or tiny bumblebee to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Hearts for You Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Spring Is in the Air Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Daisy Daydream Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options!

DETAILS
– 5 dies
– Largest die: 3″ x 3″ (7.6 x 7.6 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 paperpumpkin.com.

#166237 $12

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Azure Afternoon Cardstock 3 1/2″ X 5″(artwork mat), 4 1/8″ X 5 3/8″(inner liner mat)
  • Basic White Cardstock 2 3/4″ X 4″(sentiment), 3″ X 3″ (artwork), 3 1/2″ X 5″(inner liner)
  • Berry Burst Cardstock 5 1/2″ X 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 2 5/8″ X 4 1/8″(card front), 3 1/2″ X 4 1/2″(sentiment mat), 4″X 5 1/4″(inner liner), 2 1/4″ X 6″(envelope flap)

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Stampin’ Up! Seaside Wishes for The Card Concepts

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

Today’s card is for the inspiration challenge from The Card Concepts   We are doing month-long challenges now, so you have all month to enter multiple times.  The inspiration photo #208 is Hello Summer. If you’d like to see a quick video on how I made this card, Click Here for my Instagram Reels. Here is my card that was inspired from the challenge photo.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Seaside Wishes Bundle along with the Stampin’ Up! Sea turtle Photopolymer Stamp Set, Bright & Beautiful 6X 6 Designer Series Paper, So Swirly Embossing Folder and Deckled Circles Dies for my Clean & Layered Card today. The starfish caught my eye as soon as I saw the inspiration photo, so that is what inspired me, and I worked around that.

I hope you will take a moment to visit The Card Concepts and join us for our challenge 208.  How are you inspired by the photos?

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I started by stamping the bubble image from the Sea Turtle stamp set in Azure Afternoon Ink multiple times, stamping off once on scrap paper, on a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP. I embossed the DSP panel using the So Swirly EF. I adhered the embossed panel to a Basic Black mat using Liquid Glue. I adhered the layered panel to an Azure Afternoon card base using Liquid Glue.

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Using the Deckled Circle Dies, I cut a panel of Basic White. I stamped the sand image from the Stampin’ Up! Seaside Wishes Photopolymer Stamp Set in Basic Beige Ink on the bottom of the circle. On the panel of Basic White, I stamped the large and small starfish images in Basic Beige Ink. I cut the images out using the Seaside Wishes Dies. I adhered a piece of Linen Thread to the card front using Stampin’ Seal. I adhered the circle over the thread using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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I adhered the larger starfish to the circle using Stampin’ Dimensionals and the smaller ones using Glue Dots. On a strip of Basic White, I stamped the sentiment from the Seaside Wishes stamp set in Azure Afternoon Ink. I cut the ends on an angle using Paper Snips. I adhered the sentiment to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals on the ends and Glue Dots in the center. I added a few Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels to the card front.

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On the inside, I stamped the sentiment from the Seaside Wishes stamp set in Azure Afternoon Ink on a panel of Basic White. I stamped the starfish and sand images from the Seaside Wishes stamp set in Basic Beige Ink around the sentiment. I stamped the bubble image from the Sea Turtle stamp set on a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP, stamping off once on scrap paper, in Azure Afternoon Ink. I adhered the panel to the bottom of the Basic White panel. I adhered the Basic White panel to a Basic Black mat then to the inside of the Azure Afternoon card base.

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To finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the starfish and sand images from the Seaside Wishes stamp set in Basic Beige Ink on the envelope front. I stamped the bubble image from the Sea Turtle stamp set in Azure Afternoon Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper, on a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP. I adhered the panel to the envelope flap.

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

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

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   PKXMFP73

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2024-2025Annual Catalog, or from the Online Exclusives!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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10% Off Stamp & Die Set Bundles and

Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machines June 5-30!!

Everyone loves a good deal, which is why Stampin’ Up! is offering an additional 10% off all stamp and die bundles!  Between June 5-30, take advantage of the sale and add some new bundles to your collection!!  Plus, save 10% on the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine!!  These machines make the perfect crafting partner for stamp and die bundles!

PROMOTION DETAILS

Sales Period: June 5-30, 2024
Ordering Deadline:  June 30, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • Get an additional 10% discount on stamp and die bundles only. This excludes suite collections, stamp and punch bundles, bundles not yet released to customers, and any other bundles*.
  • Save 10% on Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (white and Boho Blue).
  • The 10% discount applies automatically to stamp and die bundles in all orders including Starter Kit orders placed between June 5-30, 2024.

*Please note Close to My Heart products are not included in this promotion.

YAY for a great sale!!  You can see the stamp and die set bundles in the online store right Here and the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machines Here (note that the machines only will be on sale, the accessories are note included).  Get your orders ready and save beginning June 5!

***As an added bonus, Demonstrators get the additional 10% discount on bundles and machines too!  So purchase the Starter Kit in May and get the free In Color items (see the details above) and then get the additional 10% discount on top of your Demonstrator discount on bundles and machines from June 5-30!!

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Painted Petals

Subscribe June 11 – July 10

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


With the July Paper Pumpkin, Painted Petals, you can craft beautiful cards with unique watercolor designs and pretty layers!


• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
• Project includes printed cards and coordinating envelopes
• Precut paper pieces and embellishments
• Coordinating colors: Calypso Coral, Gray Granite (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Melon
Mambo, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive
Kit comes in a beautiful coordinating box

Don’t miss the coordinating
Every Celebration Dies Add-On!

This exclusive add-on (item 164991) coordinates with the three upcoming kits! Paper Pumpkin subscribers can purchase it beginning 11 July. The add-on is available only while supplies last, so it’s best to shop early!

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

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Azure Afternoon Cardstock 5 1/2″ X 8 1/2″(card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
  • Basic Black Cardstock 2 – 4″ X 5 1/4″(card front & inner liner mats)
  • Basic White Cardstock 4″ X 5 1/4″ (artwork), 3 3/4″ X 5″(inner liner)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 3 3/4″ X 5″ (card front), 1″ X 3 3/4″ (inner liner), 2 1/4″ X 6″ (envelope flap)

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Stampin’ Up! Simply Sparkling for Fun Fold Friday

Good Friday morning stamping friends and welcome to my Fun Fold Friday. Did you all have a nice Thanksgiving? How many of you went into a food coma after dinner? My puppy definitely did. I bought her one of the Barksgiving dinners that we make at the Hungry Hound and gave her part of it. She was out cold afterwards lol. We had a relaxing day starting off with watching the Macy’s Parade like we always do. I’ve been to NYC a couple times to watch the parade, now I enjoy watching it in the warmth of my home. I was able to get all my normal decorations packed up and put in the attic, I cleaned and moved furniture around getting ready to decorate for Christmas today. Luckily, I have off on Sunday, and I’ll be able to finish whatever I don’t get done today then. Is anyone heading out for Black Friday shopping today? Maybe taking advantage of some good deals.

Today’s card I made on YouTube Live on Wednesday. If you were able to join me or watched the replay, thank you. If you’d like to watch my video and stamp along, the measurements are below, just above the supply list, along with the link to my YouTube channel. Here is my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Simply Sparkling Bundle along with the Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper, Glorious Gingham 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper, Holographic Trio Specialty Paper and the Basics 3D Embossing Folder for my card today.

The colors for my card are from Global Design Project Challenge #421.

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I started by adhering the panels of Glorious Gingham DSP to Basic White mats. I adhered the layered panels to the Poppy Parade card base using Liquid Glue.

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On a panel of Pool Party, I stamped the can image from the Stampin’ Up! Simply Sparkling Photopolymer Stamp Set in Pool Party Ink. I cut the image out using the Simply Sparkling Dies. I stamped the sentiment from the Simply Sparkling stamp set in Versamark Ink on the can. I sprinkled it with Silver Embossing Powder and set it using the Heat Tool. Using the Simply Sparkling Dies, I cut the cherries from a scrap of Poppy Parade, the lime and leaves from a panel of Lemon Lime Twist and the can top, bottom, tab and bubbles from a panel of Holographic Trio spec paper. I adhered the can top, bottom and tab to the can using Liquid Glue. I colored the leaves for the lime using Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Blends Markers. I adhered the stems and leaves to the cherries and lime using Liquid Glue. I adhered the cherries and lime to the can using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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Using the Small Blending Brush I added Pool Party Ink to the center of a Basic White panel. I embossed the panel using the Basics 3D EF. I adhered the embossed panel to the front of the small Poppy Parade card base using Liquid Glue. I adhered the bubble to the panel using Liquid Glue. I adhered the can to the embossed panel using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I added a few Iridescent Adhesive-Backed Discs to the card front.

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I adhered the small Poppy Parade to the card base using Tear & Tape. On another Basic White panel, I used the Small Blending Brush and added a little Pool Party Ink to the center. I stamped the sentiment from the Simply Sparkling stamp set in Pool Party Ink on an angle. I stamped the cherries and lime images from the Simply Sparkling stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink, by the sentiment. I colored the images in using Lemon Lime Twist and Poppy Parade Stampin’ Blends Markers. On the last Basic White panel, I stamped the sentiments from the Simply Sparkling stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink. I stamped the bubble image from the Simply Sparkling stamp set in Pool Party Ink next to the sentiments. I adhered the Basic White panel to a Poppy Parade mat using Stampin’ Seal. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to a Basic White mat. I adhered the layered panel to the inside back panel of the Poppy Parade card base using Liquid Glue. I adhered the layered sentiment panel to the inside back of the card base using Liquid Glue.

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Toi finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the cherries and lime images from the Simply Sparkling stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the envelope front. I colored the images using Lemon Lime Twist and Poppy Parade Stampin’ Blends Markers. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you liked my card and will give it a try. I hope you will CASE this card and please feel free to post it in the comments of my Facebook page under my post. I’d love to see your take on the card. The list of measurements are below if you’d like to stamp along while watching the video. You can watch my video on my YouTube Channel Here.

If you watch this on my YouTube channel, please remember to subscribe so that you will get notified when a new video goes live. Thank you to those that have subscribed already. 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. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   BX4UV6HE

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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Stampin’ Up! September-December 2023 Mini Catalog Retiring List and

Last Chance Products Sale Going On

The September -December 2023 Mini Catalog will be coming to an end soon. It’s always a bittersweet time when a catalog ends and we have to say goodbye to items we love. It’s also an exciting time because a new catalog will be starting.

Starting November 21, 2023 through January 3, 2024 some of your favorite Stampin’ Up! products from the mini catalog will be on sale for up to 60% off. Click Here to view the Last Chance Products in a printable PDF.

You can find the items that will be carrying over from the September -December 2023 Mini Catalog by Clicking Here.

Get those shopping lists ready and start shopping early so you don’t miss out on items you’ve been wanting. Don’t forget the retiring items are only available While Supplies Last!!

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New Online Exclusives Now Available

Go check out my Online Store for the NEW Online Exclusive products available. Get those orders placed early so you don’t miss out on the pretty new suite and new bundles.

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All The Best

Subscribe November 11 – December 10

Send a wish to all your loved ones with the December Paper Pumpkin Kit! It comes with nine card fronts, three each of three designs, and nine coordinating envelopes. It has paper pieces detailed with gold foil, embellishments, an all-occasion stamp set, and an acetate box where you can store your finished cards! You can gift the kit itself or the finished product in the acetate box; either way, it’s the perfect last-minute gift for any occasion. 

The paper pieces in the December Paper Pumpkin kit have gold foil detailing. Whether it’s an elegant boarder, or woven into the floral artwork, it’s a detail that will surely catch your recipient’s eye! It’s the perfect way to take any paper craft to the next level. 

The beauty of the December Paper Pumpkin Kit lies in the hand drawn artwork. The bright blue skies and elegant yellow flowers compliment the different design elements perfectly. It’s a simple yet sophisticated design that will catch any recipient’s eye! 

This kit includes:

  • 9 cards; 3 each of 3 designs.
  • 9 coordinating envelopes.
  • 1 Acetate box to fit cards and envelopes from the kit.
  • 1 Pebbled Path Stampin’ Spot.
  • 1 photopolymer stamp set.
  • Embellishments.
  • Specialty gold foil die cuts.
  • Enough adhesive to finish the project.
  • Finished card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
  • Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Balmy Blue, Crushed Curry, gold foil, Old Olive, Pebbled Path

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

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 4 – 1 5/8″ X 5 3/8″ (dsp mats), 3 7/8″ X 5 3/8″ (dsp mat), 3 – 2 7/8″ x 2 7/8″ (card front & inner liners)
  • Lemon Lime Twist Cardstock 2″ X 2″ (lime and leaves)
  • Pool Party Cardstock 2″ X 4″ (soda can)
  • Poppy Parade Cardstock 5 1/2″ x 11″ (card base scored & folded at 1 3/4″, 3 1/2″, 5 1/4′ & 7″), 3″ X 6″ (small card base scored & folded at 3″) scrap for cherries
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 3 3/4″ X 5 1/4″ (inside back panel), 2 1/4″ X 6″ (envelope flap)
  • Glorious Gingham 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 4 – 1 1/2″ X 5 1/4″ (card base panels)
  • Holographic Trio Specialty Paper 1 1/4″ X 2″ (can top and bottom), 2″ X 3″ (bubbles)

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Product List

Simply Sparkling Bundle (English)

$43.00

Simply Sparkling Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

$20.00

Simply Sparkling Dies

$28.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$10.50

Lemon Lime Twist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$10.00

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

$10.00

Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$8.75

Bright & Beautiful 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

$12.50

Glorious Gingham 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

$10.50

 Holographic Trio 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper

$10.00

Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad

$9.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

$6.50

Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

$10.00

Poppy Parade Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

$10.00

Small Blending Brushes

$12.00

Versamark Pad

$9.50

Metallics Embossing Powders

$18.00

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

$31.00

Basics 3 D Embossing Folders

$30.00

Iridescent Adhesive Backed Discs

$7.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes

$8.50

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

$128.00

Mini Glue Dots

$5.75

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

$5.50

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.25

Stampin' Seal

$8.00

Bone Folder

$7.00

Paper Snips

$11.00

Paper Trimmer

$26.00

Clear Block Bundle

$80.75

Stampin’ Up! Circle Sayings Smile

Good Sunday morning stamping friends. How is everyone doing today? I hope your weekend plans are working out. It’s supposed to be a little nicer here in NJ today. I’m off and I’ll be attending our monthly meeting via zoom.

Today’s card was one I made a week ago Saturday for World Card Making Day. I attended the virtual Stampin’ Up! event and this was one of the sets they used. I kind of did my own thing with it. If you’d like to see a quick video of how I made the card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Circle Sayings Bundle along with the Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper and Banner Pick A Punch for my card today.

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I started by adhering a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to an Azure Afternoon mat using Stampin’ Seal. I adhered the layered panel to a Lemon Lolly card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

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On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the sentiment from Stampin’ Up! Circle Sayings Photopolymer Stamp Set in Blueberry Bushel Ink. I punched the sentiment out using the 2 3/8″ Circle Punch. I only needed the top of the circle, so I didn’t punch the whole circle. I adhered the half circle to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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On a scored strip of Azure Afternoon cardstock, I stamped the sentiment from the Circle Sayings stamp set in Blueberry Bushel Ink. I cut both ends of the strip using the Banner Pick A Punch. I folded the strip on the score lines and adhered it to my card front over the bottom of the half circle using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I added a few Tinsel Gems Four Pack to the card front.

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On the inside, I stamped the sentiment from the Circle Sayings stamp set in Blueberry Bushel Ink on a panel of Basic White. I stamped the sun ray image from the Circle Sayings stamp set in Lemon Lolly Ink above the sentiment. I adhred teh Basic White panel to an Azure Afternoon mat then to the inside of the Lemon Lolly card base.

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To finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the sun ray image from the Circle Sayings tsamp set in Lemon Lolly Ink on the envelope front. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the envleope 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. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   WRAGYZRS

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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Joining Special October 3 – October 31

If you’ve been thinking about joining the Stampin’ Up! community October is the perfect time. If you saw my card from World Card Making Day (you can see it Here), I used some new Online Exclusive products and products from the new January-April 2024 Mini Catalog. You can add those Online Exclusive products to your Starter Kit, and still have more money to spend. This is really an awesome deal and I’d love to have you on my team. The added free registration to OnStage is a great bonus and then you can order the Be Mine Suite collection for your 1st order.

We want to celebrate our 35th anniversary in style! From October 3 – October 31, anyone who joins our fun crafting community as a new demonstrator can choose either 35% OFF the cost of their Starter Kit or get 35% MORE product with their Starter Kit! What a deal!

Promotion Period: 3–31 October

New demonstrators can choose one of the following options for your Starter Kit:

Option 1: Get 35% OFF the normal cost of a Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit. Those who select this option will receive $125 USD worth of product for only $64.35 USD!

Option 2: Get 35% MORE product with their Starter Kit. Those who select this option will receive $168.75 USD worth of product by spending $99 USD!

No matter which option you choose for your Starter Kit, both provide free business supplies and free shipping on your Starter Kit—not to mention all the fun that comes with being part of Stampin’ Up!

FREE OnStage @Home Registration

It gets better! Those who sign up for a Starter Kit during this offer will also be automatically registered for FREE* to our virtual OnStage event on 11 Novembera $77 USD value!

  • Those who sign up for this offer have the opportunity to watch the event independently, gathered together with other demonstrators, or with their Team Leader.
  • Demonstrators who join during this promotion will be automatically added to the OnStage attendees; they do not need to register separately.
  • Demonstrators who join during this promotion will also receive an email with all the information about this event.

*Please note that free registration will not include the gift box.

Stampin’ Up! events are always SO much fun!!  Bonus that you can join and attend your first even for free!!

Come join my team.

We welcome all types of Demonstrators from those only purchasing to get the discount for themselves to those who want to run a business and anywhere in between!  There’s never any pressure to sell! We’re a group that loves to stamp and share what you create. Demonstrators get lots of perks including at least a 20% discount on all orders that you place as a Demonstrator, invitations to Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator events and preordering from upcoming catalogs and promotions (like the new Online Exclusives coming in November!!)!  The new Online Exclusive items ARE available to pick as part of your Starter Kit (or you can order them later and get your 20% discount!). 

I broke it down a little for you. If you choose the 35% off, you get $125 in product for $64.35. If you add the Meandering Meadows Suite for $82.50 you still get to add another $42.50 in product of your choice to pick.

If you choose to get an additional 35% of product, you get $168.75 of product for $99. If you choose the Meandering Meadows Suite for $82.50 and the Fluffiest Friends Bundle for $54, you will still have another $32.50 in product of your choice to pick.

Then Stampin’ Up is adding FREE registration to our OnStage@Home Event in November, a $77 value, you can preorder the Bee Mine Suite Collection in a Demonstrator order and get 20% off the suite!!

What are you waiting for? If you have been back and forth about joining, drop me a note at creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com and we can talk about you joining. This is an awesome deal that you won’t want to pass up.

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Warm Wishes

Subscribe October 11 – November 10

Light up the Christmas season with this month’s Paper Pumpkin kit! With traditional Christmas home designs and warm Christmas wishes, spread the light of Christmas with a gift box. Plus, you can get the Warm Wishes Cards & Envelopes Add-On to take your Christmas crafting even further (available while supplies last). This month’s kit coordinates with the October Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit! If you can’t get enough of this traditional Christmas scene and need more cozy crafts, then make sure to check the October Refill’s availability and spend more time crafting this holiday season!

This month’s kit comes with everything you need to make traditional Christmas treat packaging boxes that you can fill up with all sorts of small goodies, treats, gifts, and more. Subscribe today so you can take part in spreading the light of Christmas around you!

This kit includes:

  • 8 boxes; 4 each of 2 designs
  • 1 Mossy Meadow Stampin’ Spot
  • Iridescent glitter accents on paper
  • Precut paper pieces
  • Linen thread
  • Treat bags
  • Warm Wishes photopolymer stamp set
  • Completed box size: 4-1/4″ x 4-1/2″ x 1-1/2″ (10.8 x 11.4 x 3.8 cm) and 4/1/4″ x 3-3/4″ x 1-1/2″ (10.8 x 9.5 x 3.8 cm)
  • Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Balmy Blue, Blueberry Bushel, Cherry Cobbler, Crushed Curry, Daffodil Delight, Lemon Lolly, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Real Red

ADD-ON DETAILS

Warm Wishes Cards & Envelopes
Available for purchase starting 11 October; only while supplies last.
Item number: 163985
$14.00 USD

This add-on includes:
• 20 Cards & Envelopes 
• Iridescent glitter accents on paper
• Folded card size: 5″ x 7″ (12.7 x 17.8 cm)

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

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Azure Afternoon Cardstock 4″ X 5 1/4″ (card front mat), 4 1/8″ X 5 3/8″(inner liner mat), 1″ X 5 1/2″ (banner scored and folded at 1″ & 1 1/2″ on each side)
  • Basic White Cardstock 2″ X 3″ (sentiment), 4″ X 5 1/4″ (inner liner)
  • Lemon Lolly Cardstock 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″ (card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 3 3/4″ X 5″ (card front), 2 1/4″ X 6″ (envelope flap)

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Stampin’ Up! Circle Sayings for The Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop

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

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Circle Sayings Bundle along with the Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper, Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Balloons Photopolymer Stamp Set and the Cheery Patterns Embossing Folder (available Sept 6) for my card today.

These are out colors for this week.

I played along with the Tic, Tasc Toe Challenge #222. I went right down the center using Patterned Paper and Birthday

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I started by adhering a Bright & Beautiful DSP card front to a Blueberry Bushel card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I adhered 2 more panels of Bright & Beautiful DSP to Blueberry Bushel mat using Stampin’ Seal. I adhered the layered panels to the card front using Multipurpose Liqiud Glue.

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I embossed a panel of Pretty Peacock using the new Cheery Patterns Embossing Folder (available Sept 6th). I adhered the embossed panel to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the circle sentiment from the Stampin’ Up! Circle Sayings Photopolymer Stamp Set in Blueberry Bushel Ink. I stamped the cupcake image from the Circle Saying stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink in the center of the sentiment. I colored the image using Azure Afternoon, Bubble Bath and Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Markers. I cut the sentiment out using the 2 3/8″ Circle Punch. I adhered the artwork to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I added a few Adhesive-Backed Sequins Trio to the card front.

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On the inside, I stamped the sentiments from the Beautiful Balloons stamp set in Blueberry Bushel Ink on a panel of Basic White. I adhered a strip of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the bottom of the panel. I stamped the cupcake image from the Circle Sayings stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the bottom of the panel. I colored the image using Azure Afternoon, Bubble Bath and Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Markers. I adhered the Basic White panel to a Bubble Bath mat then to the inside of the Blueberry Bushel card base.

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To complete my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I adhered a strip of the Bright & Beautiful DSP to the envelope front and a panel to the envelope flap. I stamped the cupcake image from the Circle Sayings stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on the envelope front. I colored the image using Azure Afternoon, Bubble Bath and Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Markers.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you liked my card and will give it a try. Now that you’ve seen my card, take a minute to hop through and see everyone’s projects today. If you click on the Next Blog button, you’ll go to Tara’s page. Or you can just click on the names below to go directly to all their blogs! Happy Hopping!

Amy Koenders

Mary Deatherage

Akiko Sudano

Karen Ksenzakovic You Are Here

Tara Carpenter

Terry Lynn Bright

Carol Buckalew

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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. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   4G2N3MDT

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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Time To Redeem Bonus Days Coupons!!!

You can start redeeming your Bonus Days Coupons, August 1 – August 31st. Redeem 1 coupon code or all your codes on an order.

Ordering Deadlines

Redemption Period: August1– August 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can redeem on an order during the redemption period. If using multiple codes, they must be separated by a space.
  • Coupons may be redeemed one time only.
  • Coupon codes may be redeemed for any product (excluding Starter Kits, demonstrator supply items, and Paper Pumpkin month-to-month subscriptions).
  • New prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes may be discounted using Bonus Days coupon codes.

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Sales Tax Holiday Going On!!!

Thirteen states 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, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia.  So, if you live in one of those states, take a second to download the spreadsheet Click Here and mark your calendar! New Jersey is the last state for the Sales Tax Holiday starting on August 26th.

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, Louisiana, Virginia, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday again this year.

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With Love & Gratitude

Subscribe August 11 – September 10

Express your love and gratitude in elegant style with the September Paper Pumpkin Kit inspired by Shelli! This kit includes eight treat packages (you can also use for small gifts) and eight miniature note cards with matching envelopes and specialty gold foil embellishments. Whether you’re needing a hostess gift, a sweet surprise for dinner guests, or have another reason to give love and thanks, this kit has you covered.

The With Love & Gratitude Paper Pumpkin Kit offers the perfect way to give thanks to the special people in your life. The kit design is an elegant representation of the blessings of autumn and the gratitude that comes along with the season. The combination of graceful pumpkin designs and elegant colors, plus specialty gold foil embellishments make this kit a stand-out offering with Shelli written all over it! Subscribe by 10 September to get your kit full of iconic autumn images, love, and gratitude!

What’s better than a box full of crafts you can use to express your love and gratitude? How about the kit packaged in a custom, matching box that’s just as beautiful? The With Love & Gratitude comes with a custom box you can use to store all kinds of things: your finished treat packages and cards, crafting supplies, or you can fill it individual notes with all the reasons you have to be grateful—write each one down and fill up the box, then pull out a note of inspiration whenever you it!

This kit includes:

  • 8 treat packages
  • 8 note cards
  • 8 coordinating envelopes
  • 1 photopolymer stamp set
  • 1 Lost Lagoon Ink Stampin’ Spot
  • Specialty gold foil, precut embellishments
  • Adhesives
  • Finished treat packaging: 3-1/2″ x 5″ x 2″ (8.9 x 12.7 x 5.1 cm)
  • Final card size: 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ (8.9 x 8.9 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Copper Clay, Crumb Cake, gold foil, Lost Lagoon, Mossy Meadow, Pebbled Path

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

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

Plus, don’t miss the Thoughts of Thanks Journal! It matches both the design and intent of the kit, giving you an even more personal way to document and express your gratitude. It’s available as an add-on, but only while supplies last!

ADD-ON DETAILS

Thoughts of Thanks Journal
Available starting: 11 August, while supplies last

Price: $15.00 USD | $21.00 CAD

Item number: 163270

This add-on includes:

  • 8″ x 10″ (20.3 x 25.4 cm) journal
  • 2 specialty gold foil sticker sheets
  • Gold-clip page marker

Available for purchase separately on the online store starting 11 August, while supplies last.

Paper Pumpkin add-ons are cash-and-carry items, like retired Paper Pumpkin kits. See the Cash-and-Carry Sales Policy in the Policies Document for more information. 

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 2 3/4″ X 4″ (artwork), 4″ X 5 1/4″ (inner liner)
  • Blueberry Bushel Cardstock 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″ (card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″), 3 1/8″ X 4 5/8″ & 2 1/8″ X 4 1/8″ (card front panels mats)
  • Bubble Bath Cardstock 4 1/8″ X 5 3/8″ (inner liner mat)
  • Pretty Peacock Cardstock 2 1/4″ X 3″ (embossed panel)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 4 1/8″ X 5 3/8″ (card front), 3″ X 4 1/2″ & 2″ X 4″ (card front panels), 1/2″ X 5 1/4″ (inner liner strip), 1/2″ X 6″ & 2 1/4″ x 6″ (envelope)

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Stampin’ Up! Gorgeously Made Thank You

Good Monday morning stamping friends. I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. It was warm here, but not unbearable. I actually went on multiple walks yesterday, mainly because my puppy wanted to LOL.

I have a quick card for you today which I played along with a challenge with. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Gorgeously Made Bundle along with the Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder and the Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper for my card today.

My colors are from Just Add Ink Colour Challenge #664.

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I started by randomly stamping the script image from the Stampin’ Up! Gorgeously Made Cling Stamp Set in Fresh Freesia Ink on a Fresh Freesia card front. I embossed the card front using the Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder. I cut a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP using the torn edge die from the Gorgeously Made Dies. I adhered the panel to the card front using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I adhered the layered panel to a Fresh Freesia card front using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

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Using the Gorgeously Made Dies, I cut a panel of Basic White and the leaf from a panel of Lost Lagoon. On the die cut panel of Basic White, I stamped the floral image from the Gorgeously Made stamp set in Pool Party Ink. I adhered the panel to the card front using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I adhered the leaf die to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the sentiment from the Gorgeously Made stamp set in Lost Lagoon Ink. I cut the sentiment out using the Gorgeously Made Dies. I adhered the sentiment to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I added a few Tinsel Gems Three Pack to the card front.

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On the inside, I stamped the sentiment from the Gorgeously Made stamp set in Lost Lagoon Ink on a Basic White panel, I stamped the floral image from the Gorgeously Made stamp set in Pool Party Ink, stamping off once on scrap paper. I adhered the scrap piece of Bright & Beautiful DSP, from the card front to the side of the panel. I adhered the Basic White panel to a Lost Lagoon mat then to the inside of the Fresh Freesia card base.

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To finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the floral image from the Gorgeously Made stamp set in Pool Party Ink on the envelope front, once full strength and once stamped off on scrap paper. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful 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. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   4G2N3MDT

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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You can start redeeming your Bonus Days Coupons today, August 1 – August 31st. Redeem 1 coupon code or all your codes on an order.

Ordering Deadlines

Redemption Period: August1– August 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can redeem on an order during the redemption period. If using multiple codes, they must be separated by a space.
  • Coupons may be redeemed one time only.
  • Coupon codes may be redeemed for any product (excluding Starter Kits, demonstrator supply items, and Paper Pumpkin month-to-month subscriptions).
  • New prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes may be discounted using Bonus Days coupon codes.

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Festive Tags Kit Now Available

’Tis the season to start your holiday crafting! It’s so simple with this all-inclusive kit. Adhere the die cuts and embellishments, then tie the tag to a gift with a twine bow. You’ll have handmade tags in minutes!

The Festive Tags Kit includes:

  • Predesigned projects
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
  • Makes 15 tags: 3 each of 5 designs
  • Size range: 1-1/2″ x 2″–2-1/2″ x 3″
  • Enough adhesive to complete projects
  • Die cut stickers and accents
  • Peel-and-stick gold dots
  • Baker’s twine
  • A 9-7/8″ x 6-1/2″ x 2-3/4″  printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go
  • Product colors: Basic Black, Flirty Flamingo, Garden Green, Lost Lagoon, Pool Party, Real Red
  • Item number:  162485
  • Kit Price:  $13.00  $11.70 (on sale!!)

Check out everything comes in the kit!

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Kits Collection Up To 30% Off Now through August 31

If you are new to stamping and don’t know where to start or if you are even going to like it, the Kits Collections is a perfect place to start. These all-inclusive kits are the perfect solution to get your feet wet. What better time to try it than when they are on sale. Click Here to head over to the Kits Collection in the online store to see all of the kits that are available now!  And get your orders placed early in August, the Kits Collection kits are available while supplies last!

You can save up to 30% on amazing kits from the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! This is a limited time offer you won’t want to miss.

Kits Collection Sale Details:

  • Sales Period: August 1-31
  • Ordering Deadline:  August 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)
  • The sale only applies to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! (it does not include Paper Pumpkin kits).
  • There is no limit to how many kits may be purchased.
  • The kits will be up to 30% off, sale prices will be reflected in the online store.
  • No discount code necessary—the discount will be applied automatically.

Head over to my online store during August and pick up some of those awesome kits at a great deal!

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Sales Tax Holiday Going On!!!

Thirteen states 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, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia.  So, if you live in one of those states, take a second to download the spreadsheet Click Here and mark your calendar! West Virginia ends today. Texas starts on Friday August 11 and Massachusetts starts on Saturday August 12.

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, Louisiana, Virginia, and Wisconsin, those states have suspended the sales tax holiday again this year.

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September-December 2023 Mini Catalog Paper Shares Ordering Is Open

Do you want all of the gorgeous new designer papers in the Stampin’ Up! September-December 2023 Mini Catalog but can’t afford everything?  I’m doing a Designer Series Paper Share! What is a Paper Share you ask? It’s a sample of each of the new Designer Series Papers from the Stampin’ Up! September-December 2023 Minil Catalog.  If you were to purchase all of the DSP in the new Annual Catalog, it would cost you over $170.00 plus shipping.

New Designer Series Paper Share – $30.00 plus $8.50 for Priority Mail Shipping

I’m offering a Designer Series Paper share from the Stampin’ Up! September-December 2023 Mini Catalog and I’d love to have you join!!  I’m placing my share order early on September 6th and I’m going to use the expedited shipping option so I should be able to have the shares cut, bundled and back out to you during the week of September 11th.

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

Here are the Designer Series Paper Shares that I am offering from the new Mini Catalog!

New Designer Series Paper Share – $30.00 plus $8.50 for Priority Mail shipping

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

  • A Walk In The Forest – 6
  • All About Autumn 6″ X 6″ – 12
  • Beary Christmas – 6
  • Melon Mambo & Granny Apple Green Foil Sheets – 2
  • Garden Walk 6″ X 6″ – 8
  • Glow-In-The Dark 6″ X 6″ Specialty Paper – 1
  • Joy Of Christmas – 6
  • Joyful Specialty Paper – 4
  • Merry Bold & Bright – 6
  • O Holy Night – 6
  • Oxidized Copper Specialty Paper – 2
  • Shining Brightly Specialty Paper – 6
  • Snowflake Magic Specialty Paper – 3
  • Them Bones – 6
  • Winter Meadow – 6

In all, you’ll receive 80 – 6” x 6” sheets of designer or specialty paper!

Double DSP Share – $60 + $8.50 Shipping by Priority Mail – if you’d like double shares of the designer paper, I’m offering those too!  I’ll cut the 12″ x 12″ designer paper sheets into 6″ × 12″ so that you’ll be able to get 3 full A2 size card fronts from each sheet and you’ll get double sheets of the 6″ x 6″ since they’re already precut.

Anyone is welcome to join in my share (please note, I can only ship to addresses within the US).  If you’d like to join, email the following information to creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com

  • Your first and last name
  • The email address that is connected to your PayPal account. I only accept PayPal for payment.  ***You do not need to have a PayPal account to pay the invoice, you can choose to pay by credit card without having a PayPal account.

Deadline to sign up for my share is Monday, September 4th at 5:00 PM ET.

Let me know if you have any questions.  Thanks!

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Meaningful Flowers

Subscribe Julu 11 – August 10

Discover messages of friendship and loyalty in the flowers from the August Paper Pumpkin Kit! This kit includes 8 cards, 4 each of 2 designs, and 8 coordinating envelopes. The kit is special because of the way it uses the meaning of flowers. On each card, you’ll find a small inscription of what the flowers represent. As you craft with the included vellum and watercolor paper pieces, you’ll know you’re sending a message of encouragement and loyalty to your recipients. The Meaningful Flowers Paper Pumpkin Kit is full of florals that are meant to spread hope, encouragement, and remind you of your favorite memories. The kit focuses specifically on forget-me-nots and lotuses. Their meaning is enscripted on the back of each card. Subscribe by 10 August to send beautiful paper crafts with thoughtful messages to those you love. 

And don’t wait, because anyone who subscribes to this month’s kit will get a FREE stamp set! This Distinktive stamp set is perfect for a variety of occasions! 

This kit includes:

  • 8 cards; 4 each of 2 designs
  • 8 coordinating envelopes
  • 1 photopolymer stamp set
  • 1 Pretty Peacock Ink Spot
  • Linen thread
  • Vellum and precut paper pieces
  • FREE Distinktive stamp set
  • Adhesives
  • Final card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Bubble Bath, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Melon Mambo, Misty Moonlight, Orchid Oasis, Pretty Peacock, Tahitian Tide

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

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 3 1/4″ X 4 1/4″ (artwork), 1″ X 3″ (sentiment), 4″ X 5 1/4″ (inner liner)
  • Fresh Freesia Cardstock 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″ (card base scored & folded at 4 1/4″), 4 1/4″ X 5 1/2″ (card front)
  • Lost Lagoon Cardstock 3″ X 4″ (leaf die), 4 1/8″ X 5 3/8″ (inner liner mat)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series paper 2″ X 5 1/2″ (card front panel), 2 1/4″ X 6″ (envelope flap)

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Stampin’ Up! Around The Bend & 24 Hour Sale Going On

Good Wednesday morning stamping friends. We’re halfway through the week and heading to the weekend. It’s finally cooled off a bit here in NJ, the humidity is still up there, but the temps are only in the 80’s.

Today I have an easy card for you that uses mostly dies and just a little stamping. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Around The Bend Photopolymer Stamp Set along with the Gorgeously Made Dies, Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper and the Online Exclusives Basics 3D Embossing Folder for my card today.

My colors are from Sunday Stamps Challenge #313, Summer Days.

I also played along with Global Design Project Theme Challenge #403, Stripes.

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I started by embossing a Basic White card front using the Basics 3D Embossing Folder. I adhered the Layered panel to an Azure Afternoon card base using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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I cut the sides of a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP using the Gorgeously Made Dies. I stamped the sentiment from the Around The Bend stamp set in Azure Afternoon Ink on the top of the panel. I adhered the die cut DSP to the card front using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

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On a panel of Basic White, using my Balmy Blue and Grann Apple Green Stampin’ Blends Markers, I colored the panel with the light on the top and dark on the bottom. Using the Gorgeously Made Dies, I cut the 2 leafy dies from the colored panel of Basic White. I adhered the Balmy Blue die cut using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I adhered the Granny Apple Green leafy die using Stamping Dimensionals. I tied a small bot using the Balmy Blue 1/2″ Variegated Ribbon and adhered it to the stems using a Glue Dot. I added a few Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins to the card front.

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On the inside I stamped the sentiment from the Around The Bend stamp set in Azure Afternoon Ink on a panel of Basic White. I stamped the corner leaf image from Around The Bend stamp set in granny Apple Green Ink on the top corner. I adhered the panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP that I cut off from the card front panel to the bottom of the Basic White panel. I adhered the Basic White panel to a Lemon Lolly mat then to the inside of the Azure Afternoon card base.

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To finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the corner leaf image from the Around The Bend stamp set in Granny Apple Green Ink on the envelope front. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like my 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. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   MHTQEVEX

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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I’m planning on going live today on my YouTube Channel at 4pm ET. I hope you can join me for today’s card.

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Stampin’ Up! 24 Hour Stamp Sale TODAY, Wednesday, July 19 only!  You’ll get 15% off all stamp sets from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog (excluding the host exclusive stamp sets) when you order on July 19!!!

Here are the details:

  • Sales Period:  July 19, 2023 from 12:00 a.m. (MT) until 11:59 p.m. (MT)
  • The sale will run for 24 hours.
  • There is no limit to how many stamp sets may be purchased.
  • The 15% discount will apply to all stamp sets from the 2023–2024 Annual Catalog (excluding host stamp sets).
  • No discount code necessary—the 15% off discount will be applied automatically.
  • Order Deadline:  July 19, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

Get your shopping list ready and get your order placed on the 19th to save 15% on all Annual Catalog stamp sets!! Click Here to go to my Online Store and get those shopping lists ready!! Don’t forget to use my Current Host Code MHTQEVEX for ALL orders under $150. If your order is $50 or more you’ll get a free gift from me AND BONUS DAYS COUPONS.

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Bonus Days Going On NOW!!!

We’re bringing back one of our favorite promotions—BONUS DAYS! Because do you know what’s a great deal? Getting rewarded for all the crafting supplies you’re already going to buy! When you shop between 6–31 July and spend $50 USD you will earn a $5 USD coupon! Make sure you save all your coupons because you can redeem them (and we mean ALL of them) between 1–31 August. There’s no limit to how many coupons you can earn! So, get your ready to earn and redeem coupons!

Ordering Deadlines

Earning Period: July 6th – July 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • Earn a $5 USD coupon for every $50 USD spent (before shipping and tax).
  • All coupon codes will be emailed right after a qualifying purchase has been made.
  • If a participant earns multiple codes from a single order, they will receive one email with multiple codes. If they earn multiple codes from multiple orders, they will receive separate emails for each code earned.
  • All order types qualify for this promotion. Phone and email orders still require an email address.
  • Orders that are started before the promotion begins will not count toward earning coupon codes. For example, if you add items to your cart before 6 July and wait to purchase until that date or later, then those items will not qualify towards earning coupons. You must add items to your cart and complete your purchase during the earning period.
  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can earn per order or throughout the duration of the earning period.

Ordering Deadlines

Redemption Period: August1– August 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can redeem on an order during the redemption period. If using multiple codes, they must be separated by a space.
  • Coupons may be redeemed one time only.
  • Coupon codes may be redeemed for any product (excluding Starter Kits, demonstrator supply items, and Paper Pumpkin month-to-month subscriptions).
  • New prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes may be discounted using Bonus Days coupon codes.

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Blossom Wishes Kit Now Available

Introducing the newest addition to the Stampin’ Up! Kit’s Collection: Blossom Wishes! This kit is special for its trendy, slimline card design, and includes all the precut paper pieces for a fun card for a friend!

This kit includes: 

  • Enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs
  • 8 coordinating envelopes.
  • Embossed card bases, printed die cuts, vellum blossoms, adhesive, and embellishments.
  • Precut sentiments in Dutch, English, French, and German.
  • Finished card size: 8-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ (21.6 x 8.9 cm), 6-1/4″ x 3-1/4″ (15.9 x 8.3 cm)
  • Coordinating colors: Lemon Lolly, Orchid Oasis, Petal Pink, Starry Sky, Sweet Sorbet, Wild Wheat

162431 $13.00 USD

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New Online Exclusives Now Available

Stampin’ Up! has some new Online Exclusive items that are available to order now!!  You won’t find these products in any catalog, they’ll only be listed in the online store.

The Online Exclusive product releases will continue throughout the year so there will be new products to shop from, in addition to new catalogs!

We got some new Online Exclusive items on July 6. Click HERE and head over to my Online Store to see the Online Exclusives Now.

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Meaningful Flowers

Subscribe Julu 11 – August 10

Discover messages of friendship and loyalty in the flowers from the August Paper Pumpkin Kit! This kit includes 8 cards, 4 each of 2 designs, and 8 coordinating envelopes. The kit is special because of the way it uses the meaning of flowers. On each card, you’ll find a small inscription of what the flowers represent. As you craft with the included vellum and watercolor paper pieces, you’ll know you’re sending a message of encouragement and loyalty to your recipients. The Meaningful Flowers Paper Pumpkin Kit is full of florals that are meant to spread hope, encouragement, and remind you of your favorite memories. The kit focuses specifically on forget-me-nots and lotuses. Their meaning is enscripted on the back of each card. Subscribe by 10 August to send beautiful paper crafts with thoughtful messages to those you love. 

And don’t wait, because anyone who subscribes to this month’s kit will get a FREE stamp set! This Distinktive stamp set is perfect for a variety of occasions! 

This kit includes:

  • 8 cards; 4 each of 2 designs
  • 8 coordinating envelopes
  • 1 photopolymer stamp set
  • 1 Pretty Peacock Ink Spot
  • Linen thread
  • Vellum and precut paper pieces
  • FREE Distinktive stamp set
  • Adhesives
  • Final card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Bubble Bath, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Melon Mambo, Misty Moonlight, Orchid Oasis, Pretty Peacock, Tahitian Tide

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

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 3 – 4″ X 5 1/4″ (card front panel, die cuts & inner liner)
  • Azure Afternoon Cardstock 4 1/4″ X 11″ (card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″)
  • Lemon Lolly Cardstock 2 – 4 1/8″ X 5 3/8″ (card front & inner liner mats)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 3 3/4″ X 4 3/4″ (card front panel), 2 1/4″{ X 6′ (envelope flap)

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Stampin’ Up! Bold Bouquet for Amy’s Inkin’ Krew Team Blog Hop

Good Tuesday morning my stamping friends welcome to Amy’s Inkin’ Krew Team Blog Hop. It’s the 2nd Tuesday of the month so that means Blog Hop Day!! If you are starting with me, be sure to hop around to see everyone’s beautiful projects. If you’ve hopped over from Tara’s blog, welcome to my blog and thank you for stopping by. The theme this month is “Fun Fold”. We can interpret this however we want. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Bold Bouquet Bundle along with the Inked Botanicals 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper, Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper and Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder for my card today.

My colors are from the Paper Players Color Challenge #648.

My design is from the Paper Craft Crew Vertical Sketch Challenge # 525.

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I embossed a Basic White card front using the Exposed Brick 3 D Embossing Folder. I adhered the embossed panel to a Basic Black mat using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the large flower from the Stampin’ Up! Bold Bouquet Photopolymer Stamp Set in Bubble Bath Ink. I stamped the smaller flowers from the Bold Bouquet stamp set in Berry Burst Ink. I cut the images out using the Bold Boquet Dies. From a panel of Lost lagoon, I cut the leaf pieces from the Bold Bouquet Dies.

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I adhered the leaf dies to the card front using Glue Dots. I adhered the large die cut flower using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I adhered the smaller flowers under the large flower using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. On a strip of Basic White, I stamped the sentiment from the Bold Bouquet stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink. I adhered the sentiment to the top of the panel using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I added a few Adhesive-Backed Sparkle Gems to the card front.

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I scored and folded the Basic White card base as listed below. I adhered a panel of Inked Botanicals DSP to the Basic White card back using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I adhered the card base to the center of the card back using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I adhered the card front to the left outside panel of the card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

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On the inside, I adhered 2 thinner panels of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the 2 inside panels of the card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I adhered another panel of the Bright & Beautiful DSP to the outside right panel of the card base. I stamped the sentiment from Bold Bouquet stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on a panel of Basic White. I stamped the medium flower image from the Bold Bouquet stamp set on the bottom of the panel in Bubble Bath Ink. I stamped the leaves in Lost Lagoon Ink and the small flowers in Berry Burst Ink. I adhered the Basic White panel to a Basic Black mat then to the inside of the Basic White card base.

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To complete my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the medium flower image from the Bold Bouquet stamp set in Bubble Bath Ink on the envelope front. I stamped the leaves in Lost Lagoon Ink and the smaller flowers in Berry Burst Ink. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for visiting by my blog today, I hope you liked my card and will give it a try. Now that you’ve seen my card, be sure to hop around to see everyone’s beautiful projects. Hit Previous to hop back to Tara’s blog or hit Next to head over to Akiko’s blog. You can also click on each of the names and hop around that way. I hope you enjoy seeing everyone’s projects. Happy Hopping!!

  1. Tara Carpenter
  2. Karen Ksenzakovic You Are Here
  3. Akiko Sudano
  4. Mary Deatherage
  5. Carol Buckalew
  6. Karen Finkle
  7. Ann Louise Fodgaard
  8. Terry Lynn Bright
  9. Amy Koenders

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

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   MHTQEVEX

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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Bonus Days Going On NOW!!!

We’re bringing back one of our favorite promotions—BONUS DAYS! Because do you know what’s a great deal? Getting rewarded for all the crafting supplies you’re already going to buy! When you shop between 6–31 July and spend $50 USD you will earn a $5 USD coupon! Make sure you save all your coupons because you can redeem them (and we mean ALL of them) between 1–31 August. There’s no limit to how many coupons you can earn! So, get your ready to earn and redeem coupons!

Ordering Deadlines

Earning Period: July 6th – July 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • Earn a $5 USD coupon for every $50 USD spent (before shipping and tax).
  • All coupon codes will be emailed right after a qualifying purchase has been made.
  • If a participant earns multiple codes from a single order, they will receive one email with multiple codes. If they earn multiple codes from multiple orders, they will receive separate emails for each code earned.
  • All order types qualify for this promotion. Phone and email orders still require an email address.
  • Orders that are started before the promotion begins will not count toward earning coupon codes. For example, if you add items to your cart before 6 July and wait to purchase until that date or later, then those items will not qualify towards earning coupons. You must add items to your cart and complete your purchase during the earning period.
  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can earn per order or throughout the duration of the earning period.

Ordering Deadlines

Redemption Period: August1– August 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can redeem on an order during the redemption period. If using multiple codes, they must be separated by a space.
  • Coupons may be redeemed one time only.
  • Coupon codes may be redeemed for any product (excluding Starter Kits, demonstrator supply items, and Paper Pumpkin month-to-month subscriptions).
  • New prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes may be discounted using Bonus Days coupon codes.

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Blossom Wishes Kit Now Available

Introducing the newest addition to the Stampin’ Up! Kit’s Collection: Blossom Wishes! This kit is special for its trendy, slimline card design, and includes all the precut paper pieces for a fun card for a friend!

This kit includes: 

  • Enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs
  • 8 coordinating envelopes.
  • Embossed card bases, printed die cuts, vellum blossoms, adhesive, and embellishments.
  • Precut sentiments in Dutch, English, French, and German.
  • Finished card size: 8-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ (21.6 x 8.9 cm), 6-1/4″ x 3-1/4″ (15.9 x 8.3 cm)
  • Coordinating colors: Lemon Lolly, Orchid Oasis, Petal Pink, Starry Sky, Sweet Sorbet, Wild Wheat

162431 $13.00 USD

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Stampin’ Up! has updating the Clearance Rack with a few new goodies! 

Head over there quickly and get your hands on some great deals.  But hurry!!  Clearance Rack deals are only while supplies last!

Click Here to head over to my Online Store.

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New Online Exclusives Now Available

Stampin’ Up! has some new Online Exclusive items that are available to order now!!  You won’t find these products in any catalog, they’ll only be listed in the online store.

The Online Exclusive product releases will continue throughout the year so there will be new products to shop from, in addition to new catalogs!

We’ll be getting some new Online Exclusive items beginning July 6 so keep an eye out in the online store for the new items coming soon!

Click HERE and head over to my Online Store to see the Online Exclusives Now.

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Meaningful Flowers

Subscribe Julu 11 – August 10

Discover messages of friendship and loyalty in the flowers from the August Paper Pumpkin Kit! This kit includes 8 cards, 4 each of 2 designs, and 8 coordinating envelopes. The kit is special because of the way it uses the meaning of flowers. On each card, you’ll find a small inscription of what the flowers represent. As you craft with the included vellum and watercolor paper pieces, you’ll know you’re sending a message of encouragement and loyalty to your recipients. The Meaningful Flowers Paper Pumpkin Kit is full of florals that are meant to spread hope, encouragement, and remind you of your favorite memories. The kit focuses specifically on forget-me-nots and lotuses. Their meaning is enscripted on the back of each card. Subscribe by 10 August to send beautiful paper crafts with thoughtful messages to those you love. 

And don’t wait, because anyone who subscribes to this month’s kit will get a FREE stamp set! This Distinktive stamp set is perfect for a variety of occasions! 

This kit includes:

  • 8 cards; 4 each of 2 designs
  • 8 coordinating envelopes
  • 1 photopolymer stamp set
  • 1 Pretty Peacock Ink Spot
  • Linen thread
  • Vellum and precut paper pieces
  • FREE Distinktive stamp set
  • Adhesives
  • Final card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Bubble Bath, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Melon Mambo, Misty Moonlight, Orchid Oasis, Pretty Peacock, Tahitian Tide

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

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 8″ X 5 1/2″ (card based scored & folded at 1 1/2″, 2 3/4″, 5 1/4″ & 6 1/2″), 4 1/4″ X 5 1/2″ (card back), 3 3/8″ X 5 3/8″ (card front), 2 1/4″ x 5 1/4″ (inner liner), 2 1/2″ X 4 1/4″ (flowers), 3/8″ X 4″ (sentiment)
  • Basic Black Cardstock 3 1/2″ X 5 1/2″ (card front mat), 2 3/8″ x 5 3/8″ (inner liner mat)
  • Lost Lagoon Cardstock 3″ X 5 1/2″ (leaves)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 2 – 1 1/8″ x 5 3/8″ (inside card base panels), 1 3/8″ X 5 3/8″ (outside card base panel), 2 1/4″ X 6″ (envelope flap)
  • Inked Botanicals 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 4 1/4″ X 5 1/2″ (card back panel)

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Stampin’ Up! Hope You Know Thank You

Good Sunday morning stamping friends. How is everyone’s weekend going? We had such a great time last night at the baseball game. Lots of socializing, laughter and eating, ending with a great fireworks display. It’s really great how everyone getting together is just like a big family gathering.

Today’s card I played along with a color challenge. I also played with a new set that I just received. I always seem to have a shortage of sentiments when I’m making cards and feel like I use the same ones over and over. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Hope You Know Cling Stamp Set along with the Stampin’ Up! Online Exclusive Timeless Charm Cling Stamp Set, Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper, Painted Posies 3D Embossing Folder and Online Exclusive Designer Tags Dies for my card today.

My colors are from the Global Design Project Color Challenge #401.

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I started by randomly stamping the leaf images from the Timeless Charm stamp set on a Lemon Lolly card front in Lemon Lolly Ink. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the card front using Stampin’ Seal. I adhered the layered card front to a Basic White Thick card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I adhered a strip of Parakeet Party cardstock on the card front using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

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I embossed a panel of Bubble Bath cardstock using the Painted Posies 3D Embossing Folder. I adhered the embossed panel to the card front using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the sentiment from the Hope You Know stamp set in Gray Granite Ink. I cut the sentiment out using the Designer Tags Dies.

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I adhered the sentiment to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Using the Designer Tags Dies, I cut 2 of the leafy pieces from a panel of Parakeet Party. I adhered the die cut pieces under the sentiment using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I added a few 2022-2024 In-Color Pearls to the card front.

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On the inside I stamped the sentiment from the Hope You Know stamp set in Gray Granite Ink on a panel of Basic White. I stamped the leaf images from the Timeless Charm stamp set around the sides in Bubble Bath, Lemon Lolly and Parakeet Party Inks. I adhered the Basic White panel to a Lemon Lolly mat then to the inside of the Basic White Thick card base.

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To finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the leaf images from the Timeless Charm stamp set on the envelope front in Bubble Bath, Lemon Lolly and Parakeet Party Inks. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like my 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. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   MHTQEVEX

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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Bonus Days Going On NOW!!!

We’re bringing back one of our favorite promotions—BONUS DAYS! Because do you know what’s a great deal? Getting rewarded for all the crafting supplies you’re already going to buy! When you shop between 6–31 July and spend $50 USD you will earn a $5 USD coupon! Make sure you save all your coupons because you can redeem them (and we mean ALL of them) between 1–31 August. There’s no limit to how many coupons you can earn! So, get your ready to earn and redeem coupons!

Ordering Deadlines

Earning Period: July 6th – July 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • Earn a $5 USD coupon for every $50 USD spent (before shipping and tax).
  • All coupon codes will be emailed right after a qualifying purchase has been made.
  • If a participant earns multiple codes from a single order, they will receive one email with multiple codes. If they earn multiple codes from multiple orders, they will receive separate emails for each code earned.
  • All order types qualify for this promotion. Phone and email orders still require an email address.
  • Orders that are started before the promotion begins will not count toward earning coupon codes. For example, if you add items to your cart before 6 July and wait to purchase until that date or later, then those items will not qualify towards earning coupons. You must add items to your cart and complete your purchase during the earning period.
  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can earn per order or throughout the duration of the earning period.

Ordering Deadlines

Redemption Period: August1– August 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes participants can redeem on an order during the redemption period. If using multiple codes, they must be separated by a space.
  • Coupons may be redeemed one time only.
  • Coupon codes may be redeemed for any product (excluding Starter Kits, demonstrator supply items, and Paper Pumpkin month-to-month subscriptions).
  • New prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes may be discounted using Bonus Days coupon codes.

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Blossom Wishes Kit Now Available

Introducing the newest addition to the Stampin’ Up! Kit’s Collection: Blossom Wishes! This kit is special for its trendy, slimline card design, and includes all the precut paper pieces for a fun card for a friend!

This kit includes: 

  • Enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs
  • 8 coordinating envelopes.
  • Embossed card bases, printed die cuts, vellum blossoms, adhesive, and embellishments.
  • Precut sentiments in Dutch, English, French, and German.
  • Finished card size: 8-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ (21.6 x 8.9 cm), 6-1/4″ x 3-1/4″ (15.9 x 8.3 cm)
  • Coordinating colors: Lemon Lolly, Orchid Oasis, Petal Pink, Starry Sky, Sweet Sorbet, Wild Wheat

162431 $13.00 USD

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Stampin’ Up! has updating the Clearance Rack with a few new goodies! 

Head over there quickly and get your hands on some great deals.  But hurry!!  Clearance Rack deals are only while supplies last!

Click Here to head over to my Online Store.

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New Online Exclusives Now Available

Stampin’ Up! has some new Online Exclusive items that are available to order now!!  You won’t find these products in any catalog, they’ll only be listed in the online store.

The Online Exclusive product releases will continue throughout the year so there will be new products to shop from, in addition to new catalogs!

We’ll be getting some new Online Exclusive items beginning July 6 so keep an eye out in the online store for the new items coming soon!

Click HERE and head over to my Online Store to see the Online Exclusives Now.

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Fun In The Sun

Subscribe June 11 – July 10

Say hello to summer and get crafting under the sun with this month’s kit! With beach designs, fun accordion-fold cards, along with sentiments to support, encourage, say hello, and more, wave at those you love through uplifting cards and send family and friends oceans of kind words all summer long!

This kit includes:

  • All the supplies you need to create 9 cards with fun accordion folds: 3 each of 3 designs; and coordinating envelopes.
  • An all-occasion stamp set to send friends and family words of encouragement, support and kindness.
  • Iridescent Sequin Embellishments.
  • 1 Classic Stampin’ Spot: Daffodil Delight.
  • Summertime Ephemera pieces, labels, and paper pieces.
  • Adhesive Dots and Tear & Tape Adhesive.

Completed card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Azure Afternoon, Basic Gray, Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, Granny Apple Green, Melon Mambo, Pool Party

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

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 3″ X 2″ (sentiment), 4″ X 5 1/4″ (inner liner)
  • Basic White Thick Cardstock 4 1/4″ X 11″ (card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″)
  • Bubble Bath Cardstock 2 1/2″ X 3″ (embossed panel)
  • Lemon Lolly Cardstock 2 – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″ (card front & inner liner mat)
  • Parakeet Party Cardstock 2″ X 2 1/2″ (leaf dies), 1/2″ x 4 1/8″ (card front panel)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 2″ X 5 3/8″ (card front panel), 2 1/4″ x 6″ (envelope flap)

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Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Balloons for Fun Fold Friday

Good Friday morning my stamping friends welcome to my fun fold Friday. How was everyone’s week? I hope you are ready for the weekend. I’ll be working all day tomorrow, this time at the Dog Bakery. I don’t usually work there on Saturday, but it seems like everyone needed the same weekend off so I told her I would make myself available to work. I believe I may have Sunday off, which will be nice. It’s supposed to be a very rainy weekend here, so I really don’t mind working.

Today’s card I made on YouTube Live on Wednesday. I have figured out how to see comments while I’m live, but my computer was across the table so I could read them. I will get this all figured out soon. This is a card similar to one that we made last week at our mystery stamping after our Stamping Studio meeting. I had a comment on my Instagram page asking if I made a video of the card, so I thought I would make it live. If you were able to join me or watched the replay, thank you. If you’d like to watch my video and stamp along, the measurements are below along with the link to my YouTube channel. Here is my card for today.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Balloons Bundle along with the Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper, Countryside Corners Dies and Gold Celebration Specialty Designer Series Paper for my tissue box fun fold card today.

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I started by scoring and folding the 2 panels of Lemon Lime Twist on the 5″ side every 1″. I folded each panel into a box and adhered them together using Tear & Tape. I adhered the 2 boxes together, only on the ends leaving the center open to insert card, using Tear & Tape.

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I adhered the 4 panels of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the 2 sides and top using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the 3 balloon images from the Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Balloons Photopolymer Stamp Set in Lemon Lime Twist and Lemon Lolly Inks. I cut the images out using the Beautiful Balloons Dies. I cut the streamers using the Beautiful Balloons Dies from panels of Lemon Lime Twist and Lemon Lolly cardstock. On the large Lemon Lolly balloon, I stamped the sentiment from the Beautiful Balloons stamp set in Pretty Peacock Ink. From a panel of Basic White, I cut 2 of the 3rd largest Countryside Corners Dies. I embossed one of them using the Basics 3D Embossing Folder. From a panel of Gold Celebration DSP I cut the same size of the Countryside Corners Die.

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I adhered the balloons and streamers to the Gold Celebration DSP die cut panel using Stampin’ Dimensionals and Glue Dots. I adhered the Gold Celebration die cut to the Basic White embossed die cut panel using Glue Dots under where the balloons and streamers are. I added a few Adhesive-Backed Sequins Trio to the balloon. I wrapped a piece of Lemon Lolly Sheer Ribbon from the 3/8″ Sheer Ribbon Combo Pack around the front box and tied a knot.

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On the other Basic White die cut panel, I stamped the sentiment from the Beautiful Balloons stamp set in Pretty Peacock Ink. I stamped the medium balloon from the Beautiful Balloons stamp set in Lemon Lolly Ink under the sentiment. I stamped the balloon string in Pretty Peacock Ink and the streamers in Lemon Lime Twist Ink under the balloon. I adhered the panel to the back of the layered Gold Celebration panel using Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I put Multipurpose Liquid Glue on the bottom front and back of the layered panel and slipped it in between the 2 boxes.

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To finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the balloon and streamer images from the Beautiful Balloons stamp set in Lemon Lime Twist and Lemon Lolly Ink on the envelope front. I stamped the strings and sentiment from the Beautiful Balloons stamp set in Pretty Peacock. I adhered a panel of Bright & Beautiful DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you liked my card and will give it a try. I hope you will CASE this card and please feel free to post it in the comments of my Facebook page under my post. I’d love to see your take on the card. The list of measurements are below if you’d like to stamp along while watching the video. You can watch my video on my YouTube Channel Here.

If you watch this on my YouTube channel, please remember to subscribe so that you will get notified when a new video goes live. Thank you to those that have subscribed already. 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. 

MY CURRENT HOST CODE IS:   GVEBWYZ6

Use this host code when placing an order with me. When you order $50 or greater you will receive a free gift from me! If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift. The free gift is your choice of any 1 item valued up to $10.00 from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!  Unfortunately, packs of cardstock are no longer an option for a free gift. Shipping has become too expensive to ship and it’s costing me as much to ship as the cardstock costs. For any orders $50 or more I will also send you my monthly class tutorials.  Click HERE or go to my Customer Rewards for more details and to see what this month’s tutorials are.

Please remember to use my current Host Code and make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me, and you’ll get my rewards! 

Happy Stamping, Karen

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In response to changing policies at Stampin’ Up – I’m adjusting my Ordering Gift policy as well.  I’m having to get a little more tough on the adding of Host codes when you place your order thru my Online Store.

Not to worry – you’re still going to get that $10 ordering gift for orders of $50 (before shipping & tax) or greater.  And the gift is still any 1 SU! product up to that $10 value – which includes some of our fun Host Sets!

But – if you DO NOT use the Host code for your orders of less than $150 (this is the RETAIL total before Shipping & Handling), then you’ll have two options:

  1. You’ll need to call Stampin’ Up! (1-800-Stamp-Up) and ask them to add it for you. They’re very helpful and will get it done quickly!  OR….
  2. If your order was over the $50 threshold but under $150, then…you’ll forfeit that $10 ordering gift and rewards – this is the Bummer Option – and I REALLY don’t want to do this, SO please remember to add my Current Host Code.

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SAVE 15% ON SELECT DESIGNER SERIES PAPERS!

We all love beautiful Designer Series Paper, and in June, you can enjoy a 15% discount on select Designer Series Papers from our new 2023–2024 Annual Catalog and Online Exclusives. Whether you’re a scrapbooker, a card maker or simply a paper lover, this is a great time to stock up and save on gorgeous paper, so you have artistic and versatile paper designs on hand for your next projects! Click HERE for a printable PDF flyer.

Designer Series Paper Sale Details:
  • Sale Dates:  June 1-30, 2023
  • There is no limit to how many packages of Designer Series Paper may be purchased during this promotion.
  • Only select Designer Series Papers are available at a 15% discount during this promotion.
  • Orders must be placed—and closed—during the promotion period for the 15% discount to apply.
  • Designer Series Paper ordered as part of a Starter Kit or with Stampin’ Rewards qualify for the 15% discount.
  • Designer Series Papers are from the new 2023–2024 Annual Catalog (p. 129–132) and Online Exclusives.

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Stampin’ Up! Awesome Joining Promotion going on NOW!!

June 1st through June 30th, we have an amazing joining special going on. June is a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up! You will get even more FREE products in your customizable Starter Kit! If you sign up between 1–30 June, you can get $125 USD | $165 CAD $155 USD worth of products for only $99 USD + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up!

STARTER KIT+ PROMOTION DETAILS:

  • When you purchase you Starter Kit, you will be able to redeem $155 of Starter Kit eligible products for just  $99.
  • New demonstrators who submit their Independent Demonstrator Agreement (IDA) before June 1 or after June 30 will not  be eligible for this offer.
  • This offer begins June 1, 2023 and ends at 11:50 PM MT on June 30, 2023.

There is Never an Obligation to sell, you do NOT have to use this as a business, you can join just to enjoy the discount for yourself. I would LOVE to have you on my team. Join as a hobby demonstrator and enjoy all the benefits. All your future orders will be eligible for at least a 20% discount on products ordered. PLUS if you are a demonstrator and there is a special, like the upcoming 15% discount on Designer Series Paper, you will get your 20% discount on top of the 15%. Now that’s an awesome deal. This is a great way to get everything you want on your wish list at a discounted price. Enjoy at least a 20% discount on the future products you purchase. Join now and start enjoying that discount right away!!! Contact me at creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com and we can talk about you joining. We have people on our team from all over the United States. We get together monthly via Zoom; we have team Facebook pages where we share what we make and ask questions. This was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, I’ve made a lot of new friends from all over.

Joining Stampin’ Up! as a demonstrator offers some fabulous opportunities, including:

  • Becoming part of our wonderful community
  • Attending exclusive demonstrator-only events
  • Having early access to products
  • Receiving a copy of our catalogs early
  • Getting a 20% discount on our magnificent coordinating products
  • Joining our exclusive demonstrator-only Facebook group
  • Having the opportunity to earn a supplemental income if you choose to make it a business.
  • Accessing our demonstrator-only weekly newsletter: Succeed Weekly
  • Receiving training information and accessing resources to help you through your first year and beyond.

I would LOVE to have you on my team!!! Don’t wait until the last minute, contact me today and we can talk about signing you up!

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Fun In The Sun

Subscribe June 11 – July 10

Say hello to summer and get crafting under the sun with this month’s kit! With beach designs, fun accordion-fold cards, along with sentiments to support, encourage, say hello, and more, wave at those you love through uplifting cards and send family and friends oceans of kind words all summer long!

This kit includes:

  • All the supplies you need to create 9 cards with fun accordion folds: 3 each of 3 designs; and coordinating envelopes.
  • An all-occasion stamp set to send friends and family words of encouragement, support and kindness.
  • Iridescent Sequin Embellishments.
  • 1 Classic Stampin’ Spot: Daffodil Delight.
  • Summertime Ephemera pieces, labels, and paper pieces.
  • Adhesive Dots and Tear & Tape Adhesive.

Completed card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Azure Afternoon, Basic Gray, Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, Granny Apple Green, Melon Mambo, Pool Party

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

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

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Card stock cuts for this project:

  • Basic White Cardstock 41/4″ X 5 1/2″ (die cut backings), 4″ X 4″ (balloons)
  • Lemon Lime Twist Cardstock 2 – 4 1/4″ X 5″ (box panels scored & folded at 1″, 2″, 3″ & 4″)
  • Bright & Beautiful 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 4 – 7/8″ X 4 1/8″ (side & top panels), 2 1/4″ X 6″ (envelope flap)
  • Gold Celebrations Specialty Designer Series Paper 4 1/4″ X 2 3/4″(card front)

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