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Creative Collab Crew Sketch Challenge August 2025

8/28/2025

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!

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,