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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!

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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!

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.

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Stampin' Up! Beautiful Gallery

6/18/2025

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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.

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Creative Collab Crew Coneflower Celebrations Product Spotlight

6/17/2025

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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.

two tone purple coneflower happy birthday card

Yellow always brings a smile to my face.

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.

Which project with the Coneflower Celebrations is your favorite?

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

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Stampin' Up! Irresistible Designs Specialty Paper Techniques and Ideas

6/12/2025

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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?

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Stampin' Up! Coneflower Celebration

6/1/2025

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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.