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Stampin’ Up! Gallery Blooms

Stampin’ Up! Gallery Blooms

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Happy Friday, everyone.  Are you ready for a three-day weekend?  Please remember why you are getting that three-day weekend!  Have fun, and I hope everyone has great weather.  Here in Georgia, we are supposed to have weather we do not want.

The card today is created using one of my favorite pieces of designer series paper in the Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper pack.  I don’t usually like orange and yellow colors, as I am a winter.  It is partnered with one of my colors, Lost Lagoon, and makes a beautiful piece of designer series paper.

These are the card cuts for this card.

  • Cloud Cover cardstockmat
    • cardbase — 4-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″
    • mat card front — 3-1/4″ x 4-3/4″
    • greeting mat — 3/4″ x 1-1/4″
  • Lost Lagoon cardstock
    • mat for DSP —  4-1/8″ x 4-1/8″
    • mat for art piece — 3-1/8″x 4-5/8″
  • Basic White cardstock
    • art piece  — 3″ x 4-1/2″
    • inside panel – 3-1/4″ x 4-1/4″
  • Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper
    • background piece — 4″ x 4″

  1. Using a stamp from Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Motif stamp set and  Lost Lagoon ink, stamped off once each time you stamp, stamp in each corner of the  3-1/8″x 4-1/2″ Lost Lagoon piece.  
  2. Adhere the Lost Lagoon 3-1/8″ x 4-1/2″ stamped piece to the Cloud Cover cardstock piece using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
  3. Adhere the Beautiful 4′ x 4″ Motifs Designer Series Paper piece to the 4-1/8″ x 4-1/8″ Lost Lagoon cardstock piece.
  4. Adhere the two pieces to the card base.
  5. Die-cut the Basic White art piece using a die from Textured Notes Dies.
  6. Stamp in Memento Tuxedo  Black ink a flower from Stampin’ Up! Gallery Blooms Stamp Set on the die-cut Basic White piece.
  7. Stamp an extra flower and color to use as the 3-D pieces.
  8.  Color using Calypso Coral and Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Blends.
  9. After coloring the flowers, fussy cut a section from each of the flowers.
  10. Using pieces of Stampin’ Dimensionals on the three sections cut, pop them over the flowers on the art piece. I’ve marked the spots on each flower where the sections are popped.
  11. The greeting is fussy cut from a greeting stamped using a stamp from Stampin’ Up! Comforting Thoughts Stamp Set.
  12. Pop the art piece over the Lost Lagoon and Cloud Cover mats using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  13. On the 4″ x 4″ piece of Basic White cardstock, stamp flowers from Stampin’ Up! Gallery Blooms Stamp Set in the lower corner of the piece.
  14. Color the flowers using the same colors as used for the flowers on the card front.
  15. Adhere the piece to the card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
  16. Adhere a 2-1/4″ x 6″ piece of Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper to a Basic White envelope flap.

I am happy you stopped by today.  I hope you take the time to linger and look at my other blog posts and cards, and that you will join me on my stamping journey as I share my cards with you each day. I hope and wish you will be inspired to create amazing creations yourself. Feel free to CAS(E) any card. If you have any questions, you know you can always contact me. Have a blessed day!

Questions? You can Contact Me.  I’d love to be your Demonstrator if you need any stamping supplies.  Just click on the Shop Now button on the top right side of the screen to go directly to my online store.  You can Shop in my online store HERE. 

Stampin’ Up!’s BIGGEST Starter Kit Joining Specia l May 6th – 31st

May is an awesome time to join my Stampin’ Up! Team!! Have you ever thought about joining the Stampin’ Up! community? Are you into scrapbooking and have you seen all the new scrapbook products Stampin’ Up! has? Is your wish/want list pretty long and do you order often? Wouldn’t you love to get all these products at a discount? Why not consider joining the Stampin’ Up! community between May 6 and May 31, and save a minimum of 20% off everything you buy? 

Stampin’ Up!’s BIGGEST Starter Kit Special will be available for a limited time! Between May 6–31, anyone who signs up to be a demonstrator can pack their Starter Kit with $165 USD worth of products for only $99 USD. That’s an extra $66 USD in products!

Crafting is even more fun with community, and there’s never been a better time to join then with Stampin’ Up!’s BIGGEST Starter Kit Special. Become a demonstrator and enjoy all the perks that come with that, like a 20–25% product discount, exclusive early access to new products, the chance to attend incredible training and crafting events like Stampin’ Up!’s OnStage and Creativity Now, and so much more!

  • Ready to Join our team?  Click HERE  for more information. One of the perks of being a demonstrator is to pre-order before a new catalog launches, and the Online Exclusives we get to order before they are released to customers.  You will also be getting at least a 20% discount on purchases. If you love card-making as a hobby, you can still be a demonstrator and get that discount to help get more card-making items,  or you can be like I was and buy Stampin’ Up! products for 10 years before I became wise enough to become a demonstrator to get the discount.  When I think of all the stamping products that 20% would have brought over those 10 years, I cringe.

  Being a part of the Stampin’ Up! Community is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.  Are you new to papercrafting and cardmaking and don’t know where to start, but would like to join to save?  As I said earlier in this post, I’m here to assist you in any way I can.  Ask me!

Still unsure about this and want to talk more.  Contact me at shirleygentryis@gmail.com.

Full of Charm

Subscribe May 11 – June 10

Send your loved ones elevated cards with heartfelt sentiments!
• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes
• Envelopes and card bases with decorative gold foil
• Precut paper pieces and unique sentiment labels
• Coordinating colors: Berry Burst, Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Mossy Meadow,
Pretty Peacock (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Timid Tiger
Coordinates with the Floral Charm Suite Collection (item 166141)

Subscribe to the June Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 May and 10 June by clicking here!

Don’t miss the coordinating
Hugs Abloom Dies Add-On!

 

Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Hugs Abloom Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a flower, leaf sprig, sentiment label, or Hugs sentiment to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Mountain Majesties Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Full of Charm Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options!

DETAILS
– 4 dies
– Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm)
– Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)

You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.

Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.

#166238 $12

Stampin’ Up! Products Used In This Project

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Blue Balloons For Grandpa

This heartwarming story explores loss, love, and the healing power of remembrance. Through the voice of young Octavia, Blue Balloons for Grandpa offers comfort and inspiration to young readers, showing that love never truly fades — it simply changes shape and floats on in our hearts. As each balloon drifts into the sky, Octavia finds comfort, sending her love, wishes, and special memories up high.

Perfect for those looking for creative ways to celebrate cherished memories.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stampin’ Up! Lovely Lavender with Spotlight On Nature

Stampin’ Up! Lovely Lavender with Spotlight On Nature

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The card I am sharing today is created using Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature Stamp Set and Perennial Lavender Designer Series Paper.  The Perennial Lavender Designer Series Paper enhances the card and the lovely lavender colors.

Card Cuts This Card

  • Highland Heather cardstock
    • card base — 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″  scored at 4-1/4″
    • mat for art piece — 3-1/2′ x 3-1/2″
    • mats for the 3 strips — 7/8″ x 4-7/8″
  • Basic White cardstock
    • art piece — 3-1/4′ x 3-1/4″
    • embossed panel — 4″ x 5-1/4″
    • inside panel – 4- 5-1/4″
  • Perennial Lavender Designer Series Paper
    • 3 strips – 3/4″ x 4-3/4″
    • envelope flap – 2-1/4″ x 6″

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  1. Emboss the 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White cardstock panel using Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder
  2. Adhere the three Perennial Lavender strips to the Highland Heather strips using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
  3. Adhere the three strips onto the embossed Basic White panel using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
  4. Adhere the embossed panel to the card base.
  5. Using a stamp from Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature, stamp the image on the 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″ Basic White piece using Memento Black ink.
  6. Color the image using Fresh Freesia, Highland Heather, and Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends.
  7. Fussy cut the flowers.
  8. Adhere the flowers to the Basic White piece using Stampin’ Dimensionals and Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
  9. Stamp the greeting in the right lower corner of the art panel beside the flower stems.
  10. Using a light Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends color over the greeting.
  11. Wrap a length of ribbon around the art panel and create a faux bow.
  12. Pop embellishment on the art piece.
  13. Die-cut a butterfly using a die from butterfly dies.
  14. Using a Blending Brush and Highland Heather ink, brush the butterfly, making part light and part dark color.
  15. Pop the butterfly on the art piece using Glue Dots.
  16. Stamp butterflies on the 4″ x 5-1/4″ piece of Basic White cardstock using Memento Black ink.
  17. Color the butterflies
  18. Adhere the panel to the inside of the card base.
  19. Adhere the piece of Perennial Lavender Designer Series Paper measuring 2-1/4″ x 6″ to the envelope flap using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

I am happy you stopped by today.  I hope you take the time to linger and look at my other blog posts and cards, and that you will join me on my stamping journey as I share my cards with you each day. I hope and wish you will be inspired to create amazing creations yourself. Feel free to CAS(E) any card. If you have any questions, you know you can always contact me. Have a blessed day!

Questions? You can Contact Me.  I’d love to be your Demonstrator if you need any stamping supplies.  Just click on the Shop Now button on the top right side of the screen to go directly to my online store.  You can Shop in my online store HERE. 

Stampin’ Up!’s BIGGEST Starter Kit Joining Specia l May 6th – 31st

May is an awesome time to join my Stampin’ Up! Team!! Have you ever thought about joining the Stampin’ Up! community? Are you into scrapbooking and have you seen all the new scrapbook products Stampin’ Up! has? Is your wish/want list pretty long and do you order often? Wouldn’t you love to get all these products at a discount? Why not consider joining the Stampin’ Up! community between May 6 and May 31, and save a minimum of 20% off everything you buy? 

Stampin’ Up!’s BIGGEST Starter Kit Special will be available for a limited time! Between May 6–31, anyone who signs up to be a demonstrator can pack their Starter Kit with $165 USD worth of products for only $99 USD. That’s an extra $66 USD in products!

Crafting is even more fun with community, and there’s never been a better time to join then with Stampin’ Up!’s BIGGEST Starter Kit Special. Become a demonstrator and enjoy all the perks that come with that, like a 20–25% product discount, exclusive early access to new products, the chance to attend incredible training and crafting events like Stampin’ Up!’s OnStage and Creativity Now, and so much more!

  • Ready to Join our team?  Click HERE  for more information. One of the perks of being a demonstrator is to pre-order before a new catalog launches, and the Online Exclusives we get to order before they are released to customers.  You will also be getting at least a 20% discount on purchases. If you love card-making as a hobby, you can still be a demonstrator and get that discount to help get more card-making items,  or you can be like I was and buy Stampin’ Up! products for 10 years before I became wise enough to become a demonstrator to get the discount.  When I think of all the stamping products that 20% would have brought over those 10 years, I cringe.

  Being a part of the Stampin’ Up! Community is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.  Are you new to papercrafting and cardmaking and don’t know where to start, but would like to join to save?  As I said earlier in this post, I’m here to assist you in any way I can.  Ask me!

Still unsure about this and want to talk more.  Contact me at shirleygentryis@gmail.com.

Full of Charm

Subscribe May 11 – June 10

Send your loved ones elevated cards with heartfelt sentiments!
• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes
• Envelopes and card bases with decorative gold foil
• Precut paper pieces and unique sentiment labels
• Coordinating colors: Berry Burst, Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Mossy Meadow,
Pretty Peacock (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Timid Tiger
Coordinates with the Floral Charm Suite Collection (item 166141)

Subscribe to the June Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 May and 10 June by clicking here!

Don’t miss the coordinating
Hugs Abloom Dies Add-On!

 

Make the most of your Paper Pumpkin kits with the Hugs Abloom Dies add-on! Quickly and cleanly cut out a flower, leaf sprig, sentiment label, or Hugs sentiment to elevate your crafting projects. These additional dies are designed to work with THREE Paper Pumpkin Kits: the Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit, the Mountain Majesties Paper Pumpkin Kit, and the Full of Charm Paper Pumpkin Kit. Pair these dies with other Stampin’ Up! products for even more creative options!

DETAILS
– 4 dies
– Largest die: 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ (6.4 x 3.2 cm)
– Use with a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately)

You must be a current Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase this item. To become a subscriber, visit www.stampinup.com/paperpumpkin.

Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.

#166238 $12

Stampin’ Up! Products Used In This Project

Add All to Cart

Blue Balloons For Grandpa

This heartwarming story explores loss, love, and the healing power of remembrance. Through the voice of young Octavia, Blue Balloons for Grandpa offers comfort and inspiration to young readers, showing that love never truly fades — it simply changes shape and floats on in our hearts. As each balloon drifts into the sky, Octavia finds comfort, sending her love, wishes, and special memories up high.

Perfect for those looking for creative ways to celebrate cherished memories.

Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature

Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature

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Here I am using the same stamp set and Paper Pumpkin pieces that I used for another card this week, only this time it is a fun fold.  As I have said before I believe this is my favorite stamp set other than Lovely As A Tree.  It would be nice if Lovely As A Tree made a comeback.  I know there are many others who love the stamp set Lovely As A Tree.  This time it could have dies with it.  In the meantime, I will continue using Spotlight On Nature.

Card Cuts:

  • Fresh Freesia cardstock
    • card base — 4-1/4″ x 11″ scored at 2-3/4″ and 5-1/2″
    • small card — 3″ x 8″ scored @ 4″
    • embossed background paleftnel — 3-3/4″ 5″
  • Gold  Foil 
    • mat for embossed panel — 4″ x 5-1/4″
    • mat for front flap and sentiment panel — 2-7/8″ x 3-7/8″
    • mat for left front panel —  2-7/8″ x 3-7/8″
  • Basic White cardstock
    • sentiment panel — 2-3/4″ x 3-3/4″
    • flowers — 4″ x 5″
  • Iced Occasions Paper Pumpkin
    • front flap — 2-3/4″ x 3-3/4″
    • left front panel  —  2-1/2″ x  3-3/4″
  • Old Olive cardstock
    • leaves — 4″ x 5″
  • Vellum  4″ x 5″ for circle

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Emboss the background piece using the Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder.  Adhere all the pieces to their mat Goil Foil mats, using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.  After adhering to the mats, adhere the pieces to the card base.  Using Glue Dots where they will not show, glue the circle die cut from Vellum using a die from Spotlight On Nature Dies to the front flap.  On Basic White cardstock stamp the flowers from Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature Stamp Set.  Color the flowers using Fresh Freesia, Granny Apple Green, Lemon Lolly and Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Blends.  Fussy cut the flowers.  On Old Olive cardstock stamp in Mossy Meadow ink a leaf image from Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature Stamp Set.  Die cut the leaves using the matching die from Spotlight On Nature Dies.  Arrange the flowers and leaves over the Vellum  adhering using Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Glue Dots and Stampin’ Dimensionals.  Make a loopy bow, adhering the bow over the flowers with a Glue Dot.  Stamp a greeting from Stampin’ Up! Sentimental Frames Stamp Set on a scrap of Basic White cardstock using Memento Black ink.  Pop the sentiment in the lower left corner.  Pop three butterflies from Brass Butterflies among the flowers.

Stamp a sentiment on the sentiment panel in Memento Black ink using a stamp from Stampin’ Up! Beach Day Stamp Set.  Stamp before you adhere the panel to the mat for easier stamping.

The same flowers as the card front are stamped and colored on the Basic White envelope flap.

I am happy you stopped by today.  I hope you take the time to linger and look at my other blog posts and cards, and that you will join me on my stamping journey as I share my cards with you each day. I hope and wish you will be inspired to create amazing creations yourself. Feel free to CAS(E) any card. If you have any questions, you know you can always contact me. Have a blessed day!

Challenges Entered

Can You Handle The Pressure

Pammies Inky Pinkies Challenge  

Creative Creases Challenge  

Questions? You can Contact Me.  I’d love to be your Demonstrator if you need any stamping supplies.  Just click on the Shop Now button on the top right side of the screen to go directly to my online store.  You can Shop in my online store HERE. 

  • Ready to Join our team?  Click HERE  for more information. One of the perks of being a demonstrator is to pre-order before a new catalog launches, so you can show your customers what they can look forward to having when the new catalog comes out.  You will also be getting at least a 20% discount on purchases. If you love card-making as a hobby, you can still be a demonstrator and get that discount to help get more card-making items,  or you can be like I was and buy Stampin’ Up! products for 10 years before I became wise enough to become a demonstrator to get the discount.  When I think of all the stamping products that 20% would have brought over those 10 years, I cringe.

Stampin’ Up! has some Online Exclusive items that are available to order now!!  You won’t find these products in any catalog, they’ll only be listed in the online store.  They’re also only available while supplies last, so order early for the best selection!

The Online Exclusive product releases will continue throughout the year so there will be new products to shop from, in addition to new catalogs!

Click here to head over to the online store to see what’s available in the Online Exclusives now!

Paper Pumpkin Price Increase

Beginning April 11, Paper Pumpkin is increasing its subscription prices to accommodate rising manufacturing costs. All new subscriptions purchased on or after April 11 will be at the new price. 
The price increase will go toward product value—which means that demonstrators will earn more on order commissions. In addition, starting Tuesday, April 15, Paper Pumpkin subscriptions will qualify for rewards through the new Stampin’ Rewards program.

The first kit at the new price, the May Mountain Majesties Kit, will bill on May 11 at 12:01 a.m. (MT). 

STAMPIN’ REWARDS CHANGED AS OF  APRIL 15, 2025

Stampin’ Up! updated their Rewards Program beginning mid-April!

The current Stampin’ Rewards program that Stampin’ Up!  had for many years went away on April 15, 2025.
Bottom line? You will now be able to earn Stampin’ Rewards on smaller orders!  
Here’s the details:

  • You will not have to place a large order of $150+ to earn free product, as it was with the previous Stampin’ Rewards system. 
  • On April 15,  2025, and moving forward, you will earn 10% rewards with orders of $20+!! So…for example, when you place an order of $50 you’ll earn a $5 reward to use the next time you shop!
  • You can save your rewards for up to a year! So, you can spend them on a future order all at once or a little at a time.  Boom!
  • Additionally, the “host code” is going away….so, as of April 15, 2025, you will not need to apply my current host code to your order. 

What should you know now to prepare for these changes?
Here are a few things that you can do to make the transition to the new program as smooth as possible:

  • You DO need to have a Stampin’ Up! online store account at stampinup.com so you can earn and redeem rewards.
    • I will NOT be able to create and manage customer accounts. I can still help you with ordering if you need me to, but, because of stricter banking policies and data/privacy laws, you’ll need to officially be in charge of your own customer account for earning & redeeming rewards.  So make sure you’re able to log in at stampinup.com.
  • NOTE! You must “opt in” to the program to earn and redeem Stampin’ Rewards.  When you place your first order after  April 15 – you’ll have the chance to “Opt In”.  That’s a good time to do it so you’ll earn Rewards on THAT order!  But – if you decide NOT to at that point – you can always do it on a future order! 
  • Don’t want a Stampin’ Up! online store account?? You can still have me place your order for you!  You won’t get the Stampin’ Rewards directly – they’ll come to me and I’ll apply them to a future order for you.
  • If you DO NOT want to “Opt in” to the rewards program, you don’t have to – you can still place orders, but be aware that you won’t receive the Stampin’ Rewards for your purchases. 

Again these changes will began  April 15, 2025.  Let me know if you have any questions. 

Stampin’ Up! Products Used In This Project

Add All to Cart

Blue Balloons For Grandpa

This heartwarming story explores loss, love, and the healing power of remembrance. Through the voice of young Octavia, Blue Balloons for Grandpa offers comfort and inspiration to young readers, showing that love never truly fades — it simply changes shape and floats on in our hearts. As each balloon drifts into the sky, Octavia finds comfort, sending her love, wishes, and special memories up high.

Perfect for those looking for creative ways to celebrate cherished memories.

Stampin’ Up! Sentimental Frames With Inked Occasions

Stampin’ Up! Sentimental Frames With Inked Occasions

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Another card created as a Paper Pumpkin alternative.  It is a flap fun fold.  It is very easy to create.  

Card Cuts:

  • Basic White cardstock
  • card base — 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″
  • Gold Foil
  • mats — (2) 1-1/8″ x 4-1/8″;  (2) 2-7/8″ x 4-1/8″
  • card from Inked Occasion Paper Pumpkin
  • focal panels — (2) 1″ x 4″; (2) 2-3/4″ x 4″
  • flowers
  • Basic White cardstock
  • inside flowers — 4″ x 5″

At the score line move the card base over to the 1-1/4″ line, cut from the score line to the card edge.  Do this on both sides.  Adhere these two pieces to the inside of the card base.  Adhere the Gold Foil to the 1-1/4″ sides, to the flap, and to the card inside, you can see the next photo in the post to see where the inside Gold Foil is placed.  Flowers from the Inked Occasion kit are popped over the flap using tiny bits of Stampin’ Dimensionals. A greeting from Stampin’ Up! Sentimential Frames stamp set is stamped in Memento Black in on a Crush Curry scrap, brushed with the ink using a Blending Brush, die cut using a die from Stylish Shapes Dies, then popped on the card flap using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Flowers from Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature Stamp Set are stamped in Memento Black ink on a piece of Basic White cardstock.  The flowers are colored using Highland Heather and Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Blends.  They are fussy cut and adhered to the inside of the flap using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.  A sentiment from Stampin’ Up! Beach Days Stamp Set is stamped in Memento Black ink on a panel of a card from Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin.  The panel is adhered over the Gold Foil mat using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

I used one of the envelopes in the Paper Pumpkin kit instead of adding Designer Series Paper to an envelope flap.

I am happy you stopped by today.  I hope you take the time to linger and look at my other blog posts and cards, and that you will join me on my stamping journey as I share my cards with you each day. I hope and wish you will be inspired to create amazing creations yourself. Feel free to CAS(E) any card. If you have any questions, you know you can always contact me. Have a blessed day!

Questions? You can Contact Me.  I’d love to be your Demonstrator if you need any stamping supplies.  Just click on the Shop Now button on the top right side of the screen to go directly to my online store.  You can Shop in my online store HERE. 

  • Ready to Join our team?  Click HERE  for more information. One of the perks of being a demonstrator is to pre-order before a new catalog launches, so you can show your customers what they can look forward to having when the new catalog comes out.  You will also be getting at least a 20% discount on purchases. If you love card-making as a hobby, you can still be a demonstrator and get that discount to help get more card-making items,  or you can be like I was and buy Stampin’ Up! products for 10 years before I became wise enough to become a demonstrator to get the discount.  When I think of all the stamping products that 20% would have brought over those 10 years, I cringe.

Stampin’ Up! has some Online Exclusive items that are available to order now!!  You won’t find these products in any catalog, they’ll only be listed in the online store.  They’re also only available while supplies last, so order early for the best selection!

The Online Exclusive product releases will continue throughout the year so there will be new products to shop from, in addition to new catalogs!

Click here to head over to the online store to see what’s available in the Online Exclusives now!

Paper Pumpkin Price Increase

Beginning April 11, Paper Pumpkin is increasing its subscription prices to accommodate rising manufacturing costs. All new subscriptions purchased on or after April 11 will be at the new price. 
The price increase will go toward product value—which means that demonstrators will earn more on order commissions. In addition, starting Tuesday, April 15, Paper Pumpkin subscriptions will qualify for rewards through the new Stampin’ Rewards program.

The first kit at the new price, the May Mountain Majesties Kit, will bill on May 11 at 12:01 a.m. (MT). 

STAMPIN’ REWARDS CHANGES AS OF  APRIL 15, 2025

Stampin’ Up! is updating their Rewards Program beginning mid-April!

The current Stampin’ Rewards program that Stampin’ Up! has had for many years will be going away
Bottom line? You’ll be able to earn Stampin’ Rewards on smaller orders!  Whoo-hoo!! 
Here’s the details:

  • You’re not going to have to place a large order of $150+ to earn free product, as it is with the current Stampin’ Rewards system. 
  • Starting  April 15,  2025 at 8 AM MT and moving forward, you’ll earn 10% rewards with orders of $20+!! So…for example, when you place an order of $50 you’ll earn a $5 reward to use the next time you shop!
  • You can save your rewards for up to a year! So, you can spend them on a future order all at once or a little at a time.  Boom!
  • Additionally, the “host code” is going away….so beginning April 15, 2025, you won’t need to apply my current host code to your order. 
    • Please note – this DOES mean that my $10 thank you gifts will also be going away on  April 15, 2025, since I used the host rewards to “purchase” those gifts for everyone.  But – since YOU’LL be earning 10% back in rewards directly from Stampin’ Up! with every order of $20+, then you’re going to be able to cash in those rewards for anything you’d like – on any order you want to use them on!

What should you know now to prepare for these changes?
Here are a few things that you can do to make the transition to the new program as smooth as possible:

  • You DO need to have a Stampin’ Up! online store account at stampinup.com so you can earn and redeem rewards.
    • I will NOT be able to create and manage customer accounts. I can still help you with ordering if you need me to, but, because of stricter banking policies and data/privacy laws, you’ll need to officially be in charge of your own customer account for earning & redeeming rewards.  So make sure you’re able to log in at stampinup.com.
  • NOTE! You must “opt in” to the program to earn and redeem Stampin’ Rewards.  When you place your first order after  April 15 – you’ll have the chance to “Opt In”.  That’s a good time to do it so you’ll earn Rewards on THAT order!  But – if you decide NOT to at that point – you can always do it on a future order! 
  • Don’t want a Stampin’ Up! online store account?? You can still have me place your order for you!  You won’t get the Stampin’ Rewards directly – they’ll come to me and I’ll apply them to a future order for you.
  • If you DO NOT want to “Opt in” to the rewards program, you don’t have to – you can still place orders, but be aware that you won’t receive the Stampin’ Rewards for your purchases. 

Again these changes will begin  April 15, 2025 at 8 AM Mountain Time.  I’m letting you know a little early so that you’re ready for the changes.  Let me know if you have any questions. 

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Blue Balloons For Grandpa

This heartwarming story explores loss, love, and the healing power of remembrance. Through the voice of young Octavia, Blue Balloons for Grandpa offers comfort and inspiration to young readers, showing that love never truly fades — it simply changes shape and floats on in our hearts. As each balloon drifts into the sky, Octavia finds comfort, sending her love, wishes, and special memories up high.

Perfect for those looking for creative ways to celebrate cherished memories.

Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature —

Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature —

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The card I am sharing today is created using one of my favorite stamp sets from the 2024-2025 Annual Catalog, Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature Stamp Set.  I am so happy it will be around a while longer.

Card Cuts:

  • Fresh Freesia cardstock
    • card base — 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″
  • Inked Occassions April 2025 Paper Pumpkin
    • background mat  — 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • Vellum
    • circle behind flowers — 4″ square
  • Basic White cardstock
    • inside panel  — 4″ x 5-1/4″
    • flowers  — 4″ x 5-1/4″
    • greeting — scrap
  • Old Olive cardstock
    • leaves — 4″ x 5-1/4″

Using a card base from Inked Occasions April 2025 Paper Pumpkin  cut in two pieces, I used the half with gold trim. This trim gives the illusion of more layers.  It is adhered to the card base using Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

Flowers from Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature Stamp Set are stamped in Memento Black ink, colored using Fresh Fressia, Daffodil Delight, and Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends.  The flowers are fussy cut.

  A circle is die cut from Vellum using a die from Spotlight On Nature Dies.  The circle is adhered to the card front using Glue Dots.  The flowers and leaves are arranged over the Vellum circle using Stampin’ Dimensionals and Multipurpose Liquid Glue.

A loopy Linen Thread bow is made and adhered behind the greeting using Glue Dots and Stampin’ Dimensionals to adhere to the card base.

I am entering the following card challenges:

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A sentiment from Stampin’ Up! Autumn Expressions Stamp Set is stamped in Memento Black ink on a panel of Basic White cardstock.  A flower is stamped in the lower right corner and colored using the same color Stampin’ Blends as used on the card front.

Basic White envelope gets flowers from Stampin’ Up! Spotlight On Nature Stamp Set, stamped on a Basic  White envelope flap.  The flowers are colored using Fresh Freesia and Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends.

I am happy you stopped by today.  I hope you take the time to linger and look at my other blog posts an cards, and that you will join me on my stamping journey as I share my cards with you each day. I hope and wish you will be inspired to create amazing creations yourself. Feel free to CAS(E) any card. If you have any questions, you know you can always contact me. Have a blessed day!

Questions? You can Contact Me.  I’d love to be your Demonstrator if you need any stamping supplies.  Just click on the Shop Now button on the top right side of the screen to go directly to my online store.  You can Shop in my online store HERE. 

  • Ready to Join our team?  Click HERE  for more information. One of the perks of being a demonstrator is to pre-order before a new catalog launches, so you can show your customers what they can look forward to having when the new catalog comes out.  You will also be getting at least a 20% discount on purchases. If you love card-making as a hobby, you can still be a demonstrator and get that discount to help get more card-making items,  or you can be like I was and buy Stampin’ Up! products for 10 years before I became wise enough to become a demonstrator to get the discount.  When I think of all the stamping products that 20% would have brought over those 10 years, I cringe.

Stampin’ Up! has some Online Exclusive items that are available to order now!!  You won’t find these products in any catalog, they’ll only be listed in the online store.  They’re also only available while supplies last, so order early for the best selection!

The Online Exclusive product releases will continue throughout the year so there will be new products to shop from, in addition to new catalogs!

Click here to head over to the online store to see what’s available in the Online Exclusives now!

Paper Pumpkin Price Increase

Beginning April 11, Paper Pumpkin is increasing its subscription prices to accommodate rising manufacturing costs. All new subscriptions purchased on or after April 11 will be at the new price. 
The price increase will go toward product value—which means that demonstrators will earn more on order commissions. In addition, starting Tuesday, April 15, Paper Pumpkin subscriptions will qualify for rewards through the new Stampin’ Rewards program.

The first kit at the new price, the May Mountain Majesties Kit, will bill on May 11 at 12:01 a.m. (MT). 

STAMPIN’ REWARDS CHANGES AS OF  APRIL 15, 2025

Stampin’ Up! is updating their Rewards Program beginning mid-April!

The current Stampin’ Rewards program that Stampin’ Up! has had for many years will be going away
Bottom line? You’ll be able to earn Stampin’ Rewards on smaller orders!  Whoo-hoo!! 
Here’s the details:

  • You’re not going to have to place a large order of $150+ to earn free product, as it is with the current Stampin’ Rewards system. 
  • Starting  April 15,  2025 at 8 AM MT and moving forward, you’ll earn 10% rewards with orders of $20+!! So…for example, when you place an order of $50 you’ll earn a $5 reward to use the next time you shop!
  • You can save your rewards for up to a year! So, you can spend them on a future order all at once or a little at a time.  Boom!
  • Additionally, the “host code” is going away….so beginning April 15, 2025, you won’t need to apply my current host code to your order. 
    • Please note – this DOES mean that my $10 thank you gifts will also be going away on  April 15, 2025, since I used the host rewards to “purchase” those gifts for everyone.  But – since YOU’LL be earning 10% back in rewards directly from Stampin’ Up! with every order of $20+, then you’re going to be able to cash in those rewards for anything you’d like – on any order you want to use them on!

What should you know now to prepare for these changes?
Here are a few things that you can do to make the transition to the new program as smooth as possible:

  • You DO need to have a Stampin’ Up! online store account at stampinup.com so you can earn and redeem rewards.
    • I will NOT be able to create and manage customer accounts. I can still help you with ordering if you need me to, but, because of stricter banking policies and data/privacy laws, you’ll need to officially be in charge of your own customer account for earning & redeeming rewards.  So make sure you’re able to log in at stampinup.com.
  • NOTE! You must “opt in” to the program to earn and redeem Stampin’ Rewards.  When you place your first order after  April 15 – you’ll have the chance to “Opt In”.  That’s a good time to do it so you’ll earn Rewards on THAT order!  But – if you decide NOT to at that point – you can always do it on a future order! 
  • Don’t want a Stampin’ Up! online store account?? You can still have me place your order for you!  You won’t get the Stampin’ Rewards directly – they’ll come to me and I’ll apply them to a future order for you.
  • If you DO NOT want to “Opt in” to the rewards program, you don’t have to – you can still place orders, but be aware that you won’t receive the Stampin’ Rewards for your purchases. 

Again these changes will begin  April 15, 2025 at 8 AM Mountain Time.  I’m letting you know a little early so that you’re ready for the changes.  Let me know if you have any questions. 

Stampin’ Up! Products Used In This Project

Add All to Cart

Blue Balloons For Grandpa

This heartwarming story explores loss, love, and the healing power of remembrance. Through the voice of young Octavia, Blue Balloons for Grandpa offers comfort and inspiration to young readers, showing that love never truly fades — it simply changes shape and floats on in our hearts. As each balloon drifts into the sky, Octavia finds comfort, sending her love, wishes, and special memories up high.

Perfect for those looking for creative ways to celebrate cherished memories.