EMK Creations

Stampin' UP! Cute as a Bug Card

1/14/2026

I am in love the with the adorable Cute as a Bug suite that Stampin' Up! just released in the new mini catalog. From the paper to the coordinating stamps and dies it's all so cute!

I created this fun card as one of the Make a Takes for my Open House this past weekend. This layout is a great one to copy and use over and over!

I used 1" x 4 3/4" strips and my Poppy Parade strip is 1" x 4".

You can check out a reel of how I put this together on Facebook or Instagram.

two greeting cards with strips of paper depicting bugs, plaid and flowers

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Why join my Stampin' Up! Team?

10/1/2025

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Although joining Stampin' Up! is always an amazing deal it's even better during the month of October!

You choose which deal is best for you! I'd actually suggest considering the $35 order and then placing an order right away for the rest of your wish list because you'll
1. Get your 20% discount
2. Earn your 10% in Stampin' Rewards AND
3. Have it count towards your $300 quarterly minimums to stay active.

I love adding new team members whether you are looking for a discount for yourself or want to build a business.

Here are some of the other top reasons I encourage you to join:

You can receive/earn a 20%-25% discount on all your orders/income on sales (this includes your own Paper Pumpkin subscription).
You do not have to sell anything. MANY demonstrators join simple for the discount and this is absolutely fine. You can purchase for yourself only. These demonstrators are often referred to as “hobby demonstrators”. In fact, nearly all my current team members are hobby demonstrators.
To stay active you must have $300 in sales every quarter. If you do not meet this, you have one month to make it up or you are dropped. There are NO penalties to dropping. You also have extra time when you first join. You have the current quarter as well as the next full quarter for your first $300.
You get access to the catalogs early including options to order product early! A copy of each catalog is mailed to you at no cost.
As a team perk I offer a discount on my catalog product shares.
Access to a private Facebook group for my team—I keep you up to date on what is going on and we meet (some in person, some virtual) most months for a fun crafting time. These are always completely optional.
Stampin’ Up! events and trainings. There can be both regional one or two day events as well as a larger multi day convention.
Me! I am always here if you have questions or if you want to build a business. I am happy to offer encouragement and goal setting as well as share class ideas. I will never pressure you to sell or to participate in any team activities. That is all up to you!
If you want to build a business there are many opportunities to earn more income and free product as well.

Ask me questions or go here to learn more and sign up. I've love to have you join me.
Although joining Stampin' Up! is always an amazing deal it's even better this month.

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Stampin' Up! Product Changes Coming

9/17/2025

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Per Stampim;

We have some updates about cling stamps and Stampin’ Write Markers, as well as some exciting news about new coordinating packaging for stamps and dies. Here’s a quick snapshot:

Cling Stamps (Red Rubber)
We’ve decided to discontinue our cling stamp line due to key raw materials becoming increasingly difficult to source, with some no longer being manufactured at all. We will continue to offer a wide range of photopolymer stamps to support various artistic styles and techniques.

Stampin’ Write Markers
We have also decided to discontinue Stampin’ Write Markers. With the growing popularity of Stampin’ Blends, we’ve seen a steady decline in sales of Stampin’ Write Markers. One of the primary techniques unique to Stampin’ Write Markers is coloring directly on cling stamps—a technique that will become less relevant as we transition away from cling.

New and Improved Stamp and Die Packaging
As part of our transition away from cling stamps, we’re excited to introduce updated packaging for stamps and dies! Because photopolymer stamps are thinner, we’re able to offer sleeker, slimmer packaging that saves space. Both stamps and dies will now come in the same size and style of packaging, making it easier than ever to store bundles and coordinating products together. The new packaging is similar to our current die packaging—durable, clear plastic envelopes—but with an exciting improvement: Die packaging will now feature printed artwork for quick and easy identification! Stamp packaging will continue to display artwork as well.

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Creative Collab Crew Sketch Challenge August 2025

8/28/2025

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I loved this week's Creative Collab Crew Sketch Challenge. It's an easy layout but looks so great!

If you enjoy watching videos check this out!

The version I shared on our weekly video was using the Painterly Pears suite. I don't usually go for pears om my cards but this suite has won me over!

Here is a PDF with measurements.

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This version we made in my monthly card class. It features the Kintsugi paper and gold foil.

This is the version I showed being created in my video. I featured the Floral Charm suite on this card. Don't miss the fun stamp set either! It's called Motherhood Mottos and is an online exclusive set.

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Weekend Adventures Scrapbook Kit

8/17/2025

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Have you checked out the new Scrapbooking kits being offered by Stampin' Up!? They are so great! I have gotten away from scrapbooking the past few years but these kits have made it so easy to get back into it.

I actually created these pages with the Designer Series Paper Pack and Sticker Sheet. I host a quarterly retreat/crop with my friend Kristy and each time we provide both scrapbooking and card ideas for our participants. These were my samples

Remembering these great family days through creating these pages was fun. What have you scrapbooked lately?

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Floral Charm Suite Ideas

8/15/2025

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Every month I do a suite class where participants receive 1/2 a pack of Designer Series Paper and other coordinating product as part of the class. In class they use their own pack of paper to create four projects. In July I used the Floral Charm suite which is a new Stampin' Up! Online Exclusive.

Our first card was a fun fold card that also featured the Arched Dies. The full card fits in a standard A2 envelope.

This card is so fun to make. It uses a full sheet of 12 x 12 paper to make the envelope and the card.

Every class we make a 5 x 7 piece that can be changed out of a frame to display.

Have you gotten the Floral Charms suite yet? Stay tuned for a coordinating Scrapbook Kit coming on September 3rd!

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Stampin' Up! Two Tone Card Stock Ideas

7/14/2025

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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!

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?

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Stampin' Up! Sunflower 3D folder

7/9/2025

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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.

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Stampin' Up! Beautiful Blues Kit Alternatives

6/28/2025

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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!

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June 2025 Full of Charm Paper Pumpkin Alternatives

6/24/2025

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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!