New Product share & video tutorial on how to create sky through aspen trees

January 5, 2026

Last week I shared a video highlighting the new products I pre-ordered from both the 2026 Spring catalog and the newest Online Exclusives. I also shared some swaps using new products including this one I made:

This was made with a new stamp set called Aspen Grove. You might know I have a love for tree and leaf stamp sets so this was a definite ‘yes’ on my list. I made over 20 of these for my swap! But I like making multiples of cards I love.

I chose Old Olive, Black and Balmy Blue as my colors here. I knew I wanted a blue sky between the tree limbs so I had to figure out a way to do that. Mmm…..

Here’s what I did: I stamped the three tree limbs on a post it not and fussy cut around and between them. I then stamped on my White card stock and placed the post it note over the stamped image. Now I can add Balmy Blue ink over it all. Tip: I did add a bit more adhesive on the post it note but the best thing would be to use a post it note that is sticky all over (found at the office stores).

After I added the blue sky with a blending brush I stamped the tree leaves repeatedly at the top using Old Olive ink, stamping in both 1st & 2nd generation inks (stamping off once).
The greeting is from a new stamp set called Prayers & Promises.

Here’s the free project sheet you can download or print. Click here.

As you can see below the images in this set are mostly tree limbs and leaves. It’s what I like to call a ‘builder’ set where you can create your own scenes.

Did you spy the new embossing folder called Lovely Stripes? I placed it in the folder on the angle to add more interest. This folder and the stamp set will be available starting tomorrow – Tuesday, January 6th! Click here to shop.

Below is the video tutorial for this card and the new product shares too. I hope you watch! Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel here.

Bonus days are here!

Get this free PDF with all online orders in January!

The 2026 Spring Catalog is live!

January’s Product of the Month
Fabulous Sayings set
Get it for $5 with any $75 purchase

Check out the newest Kits in our Kit Collection here.

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Holiday Catalog starts today! Check out this Love of Leaves card

August 4, 2020

It's August! And the new 2020 August – December catalog (I'm calling it the 2020 Holiday catalog)

is live!

Click here to see the catalog and here to shop.

I'm hosting my Holiday Catalog Open House Wednesday from 2-6:30 pm. If you're local, stop in and pick up your catalog, browse the displays, check out the ordering specials and of course eat some yummy treats.

I will share the displays in a video on my FB page this week!

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Here's a card I made for an online swap featuring the new Love of Leaves bundle seen here.

I got the idea from a card in the catalog but changed it up quite a bit. I added a piece of the beautiful Gilded Autumn Specialty designer paper behind the die-cut leaf. Can you see the stitching around the stitched Rectangle window? These Stitched Leaves dies stitch on the outside and on the leaf itself! They're amazing!

The colors here are Mint Macaron, Soft Suede & Cajun Craze. I'll post the card I made with the die-cut leaf itself soon.

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Bonus Days are here!

Redeem your $5 coupons now!

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Get a free package of new Iridescent Pearls in August with an online order over $55.

Order online here

Get my Flowers for Every Season pdf tutorial free with all online order in August!

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 12 cards!

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Life is Beautiful stamp set, cards tutorial &/or pre-cut cards kit! Reserve yours now!

August 3, 2020
The new Holiday catalog goes live tomorrow; August 4th!

I'm super excited that in as of tomorrow my Life is Beautiful stamp set is available to order! It's the set I helped design as a perk for achieving a Million Dollars in career sales with Stampin' Up! It's item #154871 and it's just $17.

I've created many cards with this pretty, all seasons set. It's been a blast to work with. I've picked out 8 cards to include in a kit to go option and/or a tutorial. (details below)

There are 3 options for you but the best deal is the pre-cut cards kit along with the stamp set and a share of Linen thread. The pdf tutorial for the 8 cards will also include extra card ideas too!

Here's a peek at them:

The full kit includes the following and costs $28 plus shipping:
- the Life is Beautiful photopolymer stamp set
- an 8 cards pre-cut kit including punched & die-cut pieces
- a share of Linen thread
- the pdf tutorial for the 8 cards shown plus more!
You will need the following to complete your cards:
- White embossing powder, heat tool, sponges, rhinestones, Dimensionals, adhesive,
- Assorted inks (you can easily substitute similar colors) – Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Early Espresso, Magenta Madness, Balmy Blue, Pacific Point, Daffodil Delight, Gorgeous Grape, Calypso Coral, Versmark, Just Jade, Real Red, Black
** There is a glitch in the system on shipping these kit today; I hope to have it fixed soon. Try again in a few days!

There are three options for you. Click on each one to see them in my Shop:
The card kits and stamp sets will be mailed out at the end of August.

This kit is an additional kit from my monthly subscription kit I offer. The other August cards kit will feature the Playful Patterns designer paper. The cards are adorable; bright and fun and great for many occasions. Details later this week!

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Get my Flowers for Every Season pdf tutorial free with all online order in August!

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 12 cards!
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Playful Patterns; Cue the confetti!

July 31, 2020
I was playing around with the Playful Patterns designer paper and came up with this fun, colorful card.

Measurements:
- Calypso Coral 5 1/2" X 8 1/2"
- Playful Patterns DSP 3" square & 2" X 3"
- Night of Navy 3 1/8" square & 2 1/8" X 3 1/8"
- White scrap for Stitched Shape oval die-cut
Check out this colorful, patterned paper here. I am featuring it in one of my August card kits to go. I think it's perfect for summertime, birthdays, kids or any happy events.

I used lots of products in the Playing with Patterns suite on pages 100-102. click on the highlighted words to see them in my store.

Pattern Play stamp set, Playing with Patterns Resin Dots and Playing with Patterns Ribbon combo pack. Many of these products will be included in my August kit to go. I'll share the cards and details next week.

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Bonus Days are here!

For every $50 you spend in July you'll receive a $5 coupon to redeem in August!

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Get a free 2020 card stock sampler with online orders over $60.

If you have trouble telling which color is which, this is what you need!

Order online here

Get my Tasteful Touches pdf tutorial free with any online order in July

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!
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