Stampin’ Up! Hearts & Hugs for The Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop

Good Thursday morning stamping friends and 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 Theme Challenge. If you’d like to see a quick video of how I made this card, Click Here to go to my Instagram Reels. Here is my card using this week’s theme.

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I used the Stampin’ Up! Hearts & Hugs Bundle along with the 2024-2026 In-Color 6 C 6 Designer Series Paper and Online Exclusive Deckled Rectangle Dies for my card today.

This is our theme for this week.

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Adhere a panel of 2024-2026 DSP to a Basic Black mat using Stampin’ Seal. Color a piece of Black & Very Vanilla 3/8″ Large Check Ribbon using the Dark Pretty in Pink Stampin’ Blends Marker. Wrap the ribbon around the bottom of the layered panel and tie a bow. Adhere the layered panel to a Pretty in Pink card base using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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Cut a panel of Basic White using the 5th largest Deckled Rectangle Die. Adhere the rectangle to a Basic Black mat using Stampin’ Seal. Using the Hearts & Hugs Dies, cut the flowers from a panel of Pretty in Pink and the stems from a panel Shy Shamrock. On a panel of Basic White, stamp the mouse image from the Stampin’ Up! Hearts & Hugs Cling Stamp Set in Tuxedo Black Ink. Color the image using Pretty in Pink and Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends Markers. Cut the mouse using the Hearts & Hugs Dies. Adhere the stems to the rectangle using Liquid Glue. Adhere the flowers on top of the stems using Glue Dots. Adhere the mouse using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the artwork to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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On a strip of Basic White, stamp the sentiment from the Hearts & Hugs stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink. Cut the sentiment using the Hearts & Hugs Dies. Trim the sentiment using Paper Snips. Adhere the sentiment to the card front over the ribbon using Glue Dots. Color a few Rhinestones Basic Jewels using the Dark Basic Black Stampin’ Blends Marker. Adhere the Rhinestones to the flower centers.

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On the inside, stamp the sentiment from the Hearts & Hugs stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink on a panel of Basic White. Adhere a panel of 2024-2026 In-Color DSP to the bottom of the panel. Stamp the mouse image from the Hearts & Hugs stamp set in Tuxedo Black Ink above the DSP. Color the image using Pretty in Pink and Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere the Basic White panel to a Basic Black mat then to the inside of the Pretty in Pink card base.

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To complete the card, decorate a Basic White Medium Envelope. Stamp the mouse image from the Hearts & Hugs stamp set on the envelope front in Tuxedo Black Ink. Color the image using Pretty in Pink and Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends Markers. Adhere a panel of 2024-2026 In-Color DSP to the envelope flap,

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

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

Amy Koenders

Mary Deatherage

Jaimie Babarczy

Karen Finkle

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:   KFUKW3ZY

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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Time to Start Redeeming Those Coupons

Redemption Period: August 1-31, 2024
Ordering Deadline:  August 31, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • There is no limit to the number of coupon codes you can redeem on an order during the redemption period. If using multiple codes, they must be separated by a space. 
  • Coupon codes may be redeemed one time only. They cannot be redeemed after the August 31. 
  • Coupon codes may be redeemed for any product (excluding Starter Kits). They cannot be used on exchanges.
  • Bonus Days coupon codes can be applied to month-to-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions and new prepaid subscriptions.

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Designer Series Paper Sale Going On – 15% off August 6th -August 31st

Designer Series Paper Sale Details:

  • Sales Period:  August 6-31, 2024
  • Ordering Deadlines:  August 31 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)
  • The fourteen paper packs included in the sale can be found listed in This Flyer.
  • Only the select packs of papers listed on the flyer are included in the sale. 
  • You CAN redeem your Bonus Days coupons when you order the sale papers!
  • You must open and close the order during the allotted dates to receive the discount. 
  • There are NO limits on ordering. However, product is only available while supplies last. 
  • Designer Series Paper purchased with Stampin’ Rewards or as part of a Starter Kit WILL qualify for the discount

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Sales Tax Holiday

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

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

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

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Time for Cake

Subscribe July 11 – August 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 August Paper Pumpkin, Time for Cake, bring on a birthday bash with elegant birthday cards made with rose gold details!


• Makes 9 cards, 3 each of 3 designs
• Project includes printed card bases, coordinating envelopes, and labels
• Embellishments and rose gold cord
• Coordinating colors: Moody Mauve, Night of Navy (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Petal Pink,
Pecan Pie, Pretty in Pink, Wild Wheat

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 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 Black Cardstock 2 – 4 1/8″ X 5 3/8″ (card front & inner liner mats), 2 1/4″ X 3 5/8″(artwork mat)
  • Basic White Cardstock 3″ X 4″(rectangle), 1 1/2″ X 2 1/2″(critter), 3/4″ X 4″(sentiment), 4″ X 5 1/4″(inner liner)
  • Pretty in Pink Cardstock 4 1/4″ X 11″(card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″), 1″ X 4 1/4″(flowers)
  • Shy Shamrock Cardstock 1 3/4″ X 2 3/4″(stems)
  • 2024-2026 In-Color 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 4″: X 5 1/4″(card front), 3/4″ X 4″(inner liner), 2 1/4″ X 6″(envelope)

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Product List

Stampin’ Up! Hearts & Hugs CAS

Good Sunday morning stamping friends and Happy Mother’s Day!!! I hope you are all enjoying your weekend and have some plans for today. My plan is to spend some time in my craft studio doing with I love to do. Usually on Mother’s Day I’m outside planting flowers of plants, but it’s going to be a very rainy day and crafting seemed like a better idea.

I have a quick card for you today playing with a new bundle and a new In-Color. Here’s my card for today.

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I used the new Stampin’ Up! Hearts & Hugs Bundle along with the 2024-2026 In-Color 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper for my card today.

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I started by adhering a panel of 2024-2026 In-Color DSP to a Summer Splash card base using Liquid Glue. Using the Hearts & Hugs Dies, I cut the hearts from a panel of Petal Pink. I adhered the Petal Pink panel to a Calypso Coral mat using Liquid Glue. I adhered the layered panel to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

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On a panel of Basic White, I stamped the hamster image from the Stampin’ Up! Hearts & Hugs Cling Stamp Set in Early Espresso Ink. I colored the image using Crumb Cake and Petal Pink Stampin’ Blends Markers. I cut the image out using the Hearts & Hugs Dies.

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I stamped the sentiment from the Hearts & Hugs stamp set in Summer Splash Ink on a panel of Basic White. I cut the image out using the Hearts & Hugs Dies. I adhered the hamster image to the Petal Pink panel below the die cut hearts, using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I adhered the sentiment banner across the hamster using Stampin’ Dimensionals on the ends and a Glue Dot in the center. I added some of the die cut hearts to the banner using Liquid Glue.

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On the inside, I stamped the sentiment from the Hearts & Hugs stamp set in Summer Splash Ink on a panel of Basic White. I adhered some of the die cut hearts on either side of the sentiment using Liquid Glue. I adhered the Basic White panel to a Calypso Coral mat then to the inside of the Summer Splash card base.

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To finish my card, I decorated a Basic White Medium Envelope. I stamped the heart image from the Hearts & Hugs stamp set in Calyp0so Coral Ink on the envelope front. I adhered a panel of 2024-2026 In-Color DSP to the envelope flap.

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Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope you like the cards 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:   6C44QBJA

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, the January-April 2024 Mini 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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New Starter Kit Special

If you’re going to be placing an order of $125 or more, you might want to consider this Starter Kit Joining Special.

Exciting News! Between 1–31 May, anyone who becomes a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator will receive four 2024–2026 In Color products in their Starter Kit for FREE!

In addition to the 2024-2026 In-Color products, new demonstrators will pick $125 USD worth of products of their choice. That’s $207 in products for only $99 and it all ships for FREE. You will also receive free business supplies in case you want to make this a business. Not to mention all the fun that comes with being a part of our wonderful crafting community.

When you join as a new demonstrator, all In Color products will be automatically added to their Starter Kit.  Click Here for a PDF printable flyer of all the products you’ll get.

STARTER KIT SPECIAL DETAILS

  • Promotion Start Date:  May 1, 2024
  • Deadline to Join:  May 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM MT
  • In addition to the regular $125 worth of products of your choice for just $99, new demonstrators will receive the following products (an $82 value!!) in their Starter Kit at no additional cost:
    • 2024–2026 In Color Classic Stampin’ Pad Bundle
    • 2024–2026 In Color 8-1/2″ x 11″ Card Stock
    • 2024–2026 In Color 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper
    • 2024–2026 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers
  • All Starter Kits ship for FREE!!

If you’d like to join our team, we’d love to have you!  Once you join, you’ll get at least a 20% discount on all of your Stampin’ Up! purchases and you can preorder from the upcoming catalogs!

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 those anywhere in between!  We’re a relaxed group that loves to stamp with no pressure to sell!

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!

There is no commitment and no penalty if you decide that being a Demonstrator isn’t right for you.  Why not give it a try?  We have a fun Facebook page where we chat a lot and we do virtual meetings monthly and in-person meetings quarterly.

What a great time to join and get all the new 2024-2026 In-Color products. Contact me @ creativestampingdesigns@gmail.com. I would love to have you on my team. Contact me today about joining May 1st.

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Stampin’ Up! has 2 New Kits Available to Order

Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! is all about making crafting fun, accessible, and inclusive! We’re always working hard to design a collection full of different product options to allow you oodles of options when it comes to finding that perfect project or gift.  Kits by Stampin’ Up! are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. All-inclusive project kits have everything you need in one box! Give as a gift or try them yourself. Kits are while supplies last. Order today!

Hello Hollycock Kit

You’re sure to bright up someone’s day with the Hello Hollyhocks Kit! With colorful hollyhock designs, this kit’s all-occasion cards can help you send a friendly hello or a note of thanks to flower-loving friends and loved ones. Pair the desired sentiment, designed die cuts, and images from the kit to quickly create timeless cards. The printed sentiments are available in English, French, German, and Dutch.

Kit includes:
* Predesigned projects
* Step-by-step instructions
* Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
* Make 9 cards
* 9 printed card bases
* 9 printed envelopes
* Folded card: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
* Printed die-cut images and labels
* Adhesive-backed sparkle gems
* Enough adhesive to complete projects

Product colors: Calypso Coral, Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock

164458 $14.00

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City Sights Kit

Make all-occasion cards with the City Sights Kit. Featuring artistic cityscape designs in neutral colors, this kit has a masculine charm, and is great to anyone dreaming of big city skylines. Craft like an artist using the different elements from this kit. It’s easy to wish a happy birthday or send a friendly note to a special someone! The printed sentiments are available in English, French, German, and Dutch.

Kit includes:
* City Sights Photopolymer Stamp Set
* Pebbled Path Stampin’ Spot
* Predesigned projects
* Step-by-step instructions
* Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
* Make 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs
* 8 printed card bases
* 8 printed envelopes
* Folded card: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
* Printed shaped die cuts and printed sentiments
* Corrugated cardstock accent pieces
* Copper metallic embellishments
* Enough adhesive to complete projects

Product colors: Basic Beige, Basic Black, Boho Blue, Copper Clay, Misty Moonlight, Pebbled Path

163885 $21.00

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Life Is Sweet

Subscribe May 11 – June 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!

Celebrate the sweet things in life with textured, artistic cards. Featuring the new 2024–2026 In Colors!

  • Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes
  • Iridescent glimmer sentiments and precut paper pieces
  • Vellum accents, iridescent pearls, and linen thread
  • Coordinating colors: Poppy Parade, Peach Pie, Lemon Lolly, Shy Shamrock
    (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Pool Party, Pretty In Pink

Thanks and Beyond Add On Dies

Dies #164397 Price $12.00

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

Subscribe to the April Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 March and 10 April 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 1″ X 4″ (sentiment), 2 1/4″ X 2 1/4″(critter), 3 7/8″ X 5 1/8″(inner liner)
  • Calypso Coral Cardstock 3 1/4″ X 3 1/4″(artwork mat), 4″ X 5 1/4″(inner liner mat)
  • Petal Pink Cardstock 3″ X 3″ (artwork panel)
  • Summer Splash Cardstock 4 1/4″ X 11″(card base scored & folded at 5 1/2″)
  • 2024-2026 In-Color 6 X 6 Designer Series Paper 4 1/4″ X 5 1/2″(card front), 1/2″ X 4″(inner liner strip), 2 1/4″ X 6″(envelope flap)

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Product List

Hearts & Hugs Bundle (English)

$49.50

Hearts & Hugs Cling Stamp Set (English)

$25.00

Hearts & Hugs Dies

$30.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$13.00

Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$11.50

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

$11.50

Summer Splash 8 1/2" X 11 Cardstock

$11.50

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

$12.50

Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad

$9.00

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

$9.00

Summer Splash Classic Stampin Pad

$9.00

Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

$11.00

Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

$11.00

Basic White Medium Envelopes

$11.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

$130.00

Adhesive Sheets

$11.50

Mini Glue Dots

$7.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.25

Stampin' Seal

$8.00

Bone Folder

$8.00

Paper Snips

$12.00

Paper Trimmer

$28.00