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Another sample using DSP strips; the pretty Velvet Meadow DSP

July 16, 2026

I shared a card using a strips technique a few days ago and wanted to share the card that inspired it today.

Here are the products I used: Velvet Meadow DSP, Bubble Bath, Berry Burst & Peaceful Pine CS. The greeting is from the Flowering Meadow stamp set and the scalloped tags are from the Scalloped Blooms dies seen here.

When using up your strips you can adhere them diagonally across your card stock, leaving a small space between each. Once this CS is filled in, trim off the excess on the edges.

The Velvet Meadow specialty paper has a fuzzy, flocked feel to the flowers and some leaves. It’s luxurious! Check it out here.
I fussy cut the flower and leaves to add to the greeting.

July Stampin’ Up! specials:

There are new Online Exclusives out this month! They include florals, Fall, Halloween and Christmas! See them all here.

Here are a few links & graphics of two of the suites:

You can see the Spooky Season suite here.

See all of our Christmas products here!

Our newest Product of the Month is this beautiful Begonia Belle stamp set: It’s just $5 once you hit the $75 mark in your shopping cart!
See it here

We have two new kits in our Kit Collection:

The Gilded Gallery card kit can be seen here. It’s $25, makes 10 cards with envelopes and includes a beautiful stamp set and ink spot.

The other kit is a fun scrapbook album called Daisy Days:

See it here. It includes the following:

DETAILS
– Makes 1 album with 28 pages
– Album size: 7-3/4″ x 7″ x 1-7/8″
– Page size: 6.5″ x 6″
– Colors: Blueberry Bushel, Crisp Cantaloupe, Crushed Curry, Granny Apple Green, Pool Party, Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German

– Step-by-step instructions
– Precut images and sentiments
– Printed pockets
– Acetate sheets
– Adhesive

And lastly is the new Welcome box!

This is super exciting news! All first-time demonstrators (beginning July 1, 2026) will receive a surprise Welcome Box—a gesture of appreciation and a warm welcome into the global Stampin’ Up! creative community.

Here is a video that shows what’s inside. But here are the details:

What’s Inside the Welcome Box

A handwritten welcome letter from Sara
Stampin’ Up!-branded swag:
- Pen
- Pop-up pencil case
- Pop-up waste basket
An exclusive card kit including:
- Kit-sized stamp set
- Full-size clear block
- Classic Stampin’ Spot
- Supplies to create eight “hello” cards

Here’s the link to join my Team; it’s just $99 and you can choose up to $125 in products of your choice!

Important Notes

The Welcome Box is exclusive to first-time demonstrators. Beginning July 1, 2026, anyone joining for the first time will receive a Welcome Box.
Current demonstrators have a one-time opportunity to order a Welcome Box after it launches. See below for details.
Rejoining demonstrators will receive all other joining perks (including the coupon code) but not a Welcome Box.

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Stunning cards in the New Horizons card kit to go; or choose the PDF tutorial option

April 4, 2022
I couldn't decide which Designer Paper to feature for my April card kit to go so I did a poll on my Facebook group. The majority asked me to use the New Horizons DSP. I was leaning that way myself but their overwhelming response sealed the deal.

Here's a peak at the cards in this month's kit.

This paper almost makes the card itself! The scenes are so beautiful you don't need much to finish them off. Because of that this month's kit includes an extra set of 2 bonus cards for a total of 12 instead of the usual 10.

This kit is what my monthly kit subscribers will receive. Opt in for the pre-cut kit by April 18th. It's $28 plus shipping.

You'll receive the following in your kit:
- 12 pre-cut cards, die-cut & punched pieces
- 1/2 pkg of the New Horizons 6 X 6" DSP
- a share of Pebbles Enamel Shapes
- a share of 1/8" cotton combo ribbon
- the PDF tutorial with photos, supplies, measurements & step by step directions.
You will need the following to complete the cards:
1. Paper Trimmer, adhesives, Black, Blackberry Bliss & Evening Evergreen inks
2. Stamps – I used the On the Horizon stamp set but you can substitute what you already own. #Add on the stamp set or bundle at 10% off and it will ship with your kit! *message me here to get a total if you want to add on the stamp set or bundle
Click here to get the PDF tutorial.

Click here to get the pre-cut kit to go (best deal)

The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately after payment. The kit will ship out at the end of April, barring any back-orders.

Here's a recent comment from a customer: I just received my kit loved the way you packaged it together I have bought other kits and yours is one of the better ones. The PDF is simple to understand for me and I so appreciate the time it took you to do all this. Many thanks.

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The Last Chance list is out!

Tons of items from the 2021-22 Annual Catalog are retiring and many are deeply discounted from 20-50% off.

Remember that these items are while supplies last and may run out.

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Flowering Tulips Matchbox cards; easy fun-fold cards with video

April 1, 2022
Happy April 1st!!! It even feels a bit like spring is coming here in North Dakota. I've been able to get out for walks again lately without worrying about slipping on ice.

I wish we had real tulips out but it's too early here.

Here are two more Matchbook style cards featuring the Flowering Fields designer paper and Flowering Tulips stamp set. The set includes lots of greetings and many different tulips too.

I made them on a recent FB Live; the link is below.

Measurements:
- Card base 4 1/4" X 6 1/2" scored at 5 1/2"
- DSP 3 3/4" X 5 3/4" scored at 4 5/8", 3/4" X 4" lower strip
- CS layer 4" X 5"
- White inside 3 3/4" X 4 1/2"
Isn't this designer paper pretty?! See the Flowering Fields DSP here. The dies for the greetings include the Layering Circles, Tasteful Labels & Beautiful Shapes.

Here's the Flowering Tulips bundle:

Here's a link to the video; or click on the photo below to watch it.

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How to achieve the Inked Block Technique; you only need 3 things!

March 31, 2022
I shared the Inked Block technique on Tuesday's Facebook Live video. It's fun, easy and you need just 3 things!

I chose to feature the Garden Wishes stamp set & a variety of colors. This first one is Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape & Pacific Point.

You need a clear block, Stampin' Write markers and a spritzer filled with water. Below are the measurements for the cards.

Watch the video here to see how it's done. It's the first of 3 projects I share.

Tips for success:
- Use Stampin' Write 'water based' markers on your block; do not use Blends which are permanent markers.
- Start with the lightest color first so you don't get a dark color on your marker tip
- After filling up the block with ink (I colored on the diagonal) spritz it with water until dots form.
- The more water you add the better the inks blend. But don't do too much or the colors blend too much.
- Press the block directly on your White card stock and hold for a few second.
- Have a tissue or paper towel ready to dab up excess water off the paper.
The Stampin' Write markers I used on this next card are Granny Apple Green, Coastal Cabana and Pacific Point.

The card below has a softer feel. The colors are Pale Papaya, Pumpkin Pie & Polished Pink.

Which one is your favorite?

Click on the photo below to watch the video.

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The Last Chance list is out!

Tons of items from the 2021-22 Annual Catalog are retiring and many are deeply discounted from 20-50% off.

Remember that these items are while supplies last and may run out.

Click here to see it all online along with the discounts.

Host codes: 6QFA66WT

*click here to order

If your order is over $50 you'll receive free Polished Dots or In Color jewels and 3 hand made cards from me.

Don't forget about my loyalty rewards!

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!
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