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Stampin' Up! Two Tone Card Stock Ideas

7/14/2025

Have you checked out the new Two Tone card stock? We have it in ALL our colors! So many great reasons to add it to your collection:
-light weight
-white core

For this card I showed off the inner white core in two ways. First I sanded the images after I embossed them. This allowed the white to show through. I also added a piece on the side that featured the darker tone and I tore it to expose the white core.

You can check out a video of how I created it on Facebook or Instagram!

thank you card with blue and basic base

Here's a chance to see some of the colors side by side. I love the contrast of the lighter and darker sides.

Also, don't miss this fun stamp set! I love the sayings.

What will you make with two tone card stock?

Product List

Misty Moonlight 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166686 ]

$10.00

Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 164511 ]

$14.00

Misty Moonlight & White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Starter Ribbon Pack [ 165276 ]

$5.00

Beautiful Gallery 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165196 ]

$12.50

Perennial Postage Dies [ 162607 ]

$33.00

Not 29 Anymore Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 166182 ]

$20.00

Poppy Parade 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166692 ]

$10.00

Petal Pink 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [ 166689 ]

$10.00

Stampin' Up! Sunflower 3D folder

7/9/2025

I love the new Sunflower 3-D embossing folder! So many fun ways to use it but I did a lot of what I call the black ice technique. The folder is large so you can do a full 1/2 sheet of paper at once.

These were both made with one piece that I embossed and colored and then cut in half. You can check out how I created them on Facebook or Instagram.

I loved adding the checked ribbon to this one and really thought the black card stock made it pop! And I don't know about you but I seem to need SO many birthday cards. I guess it's a great thing I have so many people to celebrate.

Here's another look at the same piece but on yellow. Which do you like better?

I LOVE how it looks in just black and white. Wow! You can really see the details in the embossed images.

Two shades of yellow--is there a more perfect color for sunflowers?

Do not sleep on this folder. It is so much fun to use.

Product List

Sunflower 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166145 ]

$12.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [ 132708 ]

$8.00

Sponge Daubers [ 133773 ]

$7.50

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147094 ]

$9.00

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147090 ]

$9.00

Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147086 ]

$9.00

Black & Very Vanilla 3/8" (1 Cm) Large Check Ribbon [ 161982 ]

$8.00

Charming Day Cling Stamp Set (English) [ 166126 ]

$23.00

Scenic Adventure Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 165466 ]

$24.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [ 159229 ]

$17.00

Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119683 ]

$14.00

Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 131199 ]

$14.00

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 121045 ]

$14.00

Stampin' Up! Beautiful Blues Kit Alternatives

6/28/2025

This new kit is amazing. Because the cards are printed on both sides I couldn't resist creating alternatives with it. My method is always to start by cutting the card bases into two 4 x 5. 25 pieces. Don't throw away the little strips that are left!

group photo of cards in blues and whites with flowers and vines by emk creations

By cutting six of the nine bases I created 12 cards--doubling the amount I got! All I added was card stock for bases and some scraps for sentiments.

For this one I actually cut one of the flower pieces in half again and used the small piece on a larger piece.

birthday card with blue background on white base with flowers in blue and white

This one uses another of the quarter piece.

thinking of you card in blue and white with twine bow

Remember how I said to not get rid of the scraps? Here's why! Use them to create a fun background.

I did break from my usual cutting on this one. I only cut it on one side to make it 4 x 5.5 so it went the full top to bottom on the card.

Do you have a favorite? Make sure you go get your own kit!

Product List

Beautiful Blues Kit (English) [ 165658 ]

$23.00

June 2025 Full of Charm Paper Pumpkin Alternatives

6/24/2025

Every month the Paper Pumpkin kits get better and better. This one coordinates with the upcoming Floral Charm suite that will be available on July 1.

Each month I cut my card bases so I can create more cards!

I used the coordinating dies and paper from the Floral Charm bundle.

Don't miss another kit! Sign up here by July 10th to get your own.

Stampin' Up! Beautiful Gallery

6/18/2025

The Beautiful Gallery Suite is full of gorgeous papers, fun dies and great stamps. This suite has it all! I had fun designing my monthly suite class with it. Want to join the fun? Order your class to go here by Sunday, June 22nd.

Class includes product to create two cards, a wood decor piece and a 5 x 7 piece you can put in a frame (frame not included). You'll have tons of product leftover to use to make even more great things!

I love the various dies in these bundles. This one creates such a cool look!

In order to complete the to go class you would need the bundles. The great part is you can add them on to your class order and with the sale you can get both for just $76! Be sure to add on when you sign up.

Product List

Beautiful Gallery Suite Collection (English) [ 165217 ]

$139.25

Beautiful Gallery 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165196 ]

$12.50

Gallery Blooms Bundle [ 165213 ]

$53.00

Beautiful Motifs Bundle (English) [ 165206 ]

$45.75

Basic Beige 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon [ 163788 ]

$7.50

Pressed Flower Motifs [ 165215 ]

$9.00

Creative Collab Crew Coneflower Celebrations Product Spotlight

6/17/2025

I could not stop creating with the Coneflower Celebrations bundle. I loved that we picked it for our Creative Collab Challenge Spotlight.

This bold card was my project for the week. I combined Granny Apple Green and Melon Mambo with classic black and white. I love how it turned out.

pink coneflower with black and white background

These next two were my weekly "this or that" social media post and gave me some Andy Warhol vibes.

pink coneflower card

two tone purple coneflower happy birthday card

Yellow always brings a smile to my face.

yellow coneflower card

I used Pecan Pie ink on Crumb Cake paper for this card.

Want to see how I made the fun accent with the ribbon and die cut? Check out my video on Facebook or Instagram.

coneflower card with crumb cake

Which project with the Coneflower Celebrations is your favorite?

Be sure to go see what Kathy and Melissa are up to as well.

Product List

Coneflower Celebration Bundle (English) [ 165251 ]

$53.00

Stampin' Up! Irresistible Designs Specialty Paper Techniques and Ideas

6/12/2025

I love embossed images and words but have to admit I'm too lazy to create it sometimes. Here is where the new Irresistible Designs Specialty Paper is a miracle. It's already embossed! You get to add color any way you want and enjoy the amazing looks.

Check out my Facebook or Instagram reels to see how I added the ink,

Don't overlook the fun ephemera word packs too. It makes it so easy to add a sentiment!

Have you tried this fun paper?

Product List

Irresistible Designs 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 165305 ]

$10.00

Blending Brushes [ 153611 ]

$15.00

Small Blending Brushes [ 160518 ]

$14.00

Gold & Silver 1/8" (3.2 Mm) Trim Combo Pack [ 161633 ]

$9.00

Greetings For All Mix & Match Ephemera Pack (English) [ 164862 ]

$7.00

Stampin' Up! Coneflower Celebration

6/1/2025

I am in love with the Coneflower Celebration bundle! I know we all probably think we can't possibly need another flower set but this one is amazing! I'm pretty sure I always say that but wait until you see what I've created.

For this first card I stamped directly on my Designer Series Paper. I love the soft color of Peral Pink and the new scalloped ribbon is so nice.

coneflower stamped on pink and white striped paper with white embossed it's your day mesage

I love a good monochromatic card. Especially one in blue! My favorite color.

This card actually came about because I glued the pieces upside down on the first card I was trying to make. Shake my head! So I cut the front off and played around with it. I decided to cut it in half and only use one piece. The "thank you" is from a retired set. The piece was laying on my desk and I thought it worked perfectly!

The original blue pieces were each 4 1/4 x 2 1/2 mounted on white card stock.

blue monochromatic thank you card with coneflowers

Product List

Coneflower Celebration Bundle (English) [ 165251 ]

$53.00

Mixed Media Florals 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 164638 ]

$12.50

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [ 159229 ]

$17.00

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 121045 ]

$14.00

Basics Wow! Embossing Powder [ 165679 ]

$21.00

Petal Pink 3/8” (1 Cm) Scalloped Ribbon [ 164680 ]

$12.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [ 132708 ]

$8.00

Azure Afternoon 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 161719 ]

$14.00

Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146982 ]

$14.00

Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 100867 ]

$14.00

Misty Moonlight & White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Starter Ribbon Pack [ 165276 ]

$5.00

Stampin' Up! Virtual Album Retreat

5/29/2025

Stampin' Up! is offering it's first Virtual Album Retreat and I am so excited! I haven't done much scrapbooking since Covid and I'm hoping this gets me back into it. I love that it's all pre cut and ready to be assembled.

Here's a look at all that is included. All packaged and ready to create with!

You can go here to sign up. Purchase through me and I'll send you a swag bag to make it even better!

May '25 Paper Pumpkin Mountain Majesties Alternatives

5/26/2025

The May 2025 Paper Pumpkin kit was fabulous. I loved the colors and the nature scenes. As usual, I cut up the bases which let me double the number of cards I could make. I created tons of thank you, birthday and masculine cards.

Stack of cards created with paper pumpkin kit

The bases are so pretty with great muted colors and flowing designs.

thank you card with blues and browns

Card with waves of browns and blues

Masculine birthday cards are harder for me because I always go for flowers and sparkly stuff! This kit was great for creating more neutral cards.

birthday card

For this card I cut one of the card fronts to 3 3/4 x 5 1/4 and then cut the panel into three 1 1/4 pieces.

For the next two I couldn't decide If I liked the white base or the crumb cake base better.

Remember to use your scraps! I save the pieces I cut off the bases and then create a striped background with them.

Want to see all of them in a video? Check out my reel.

Don't wait to sign up for your own Paper Pumpkin subscription. You don't want to miss another month!
Join here!