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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Just a few days left both kits to go!!

July 17, 2020
There is just a few days left to get the striking Artistry Blooms cards kit to go! They are gorgeous!

Here are two of the fun fold cards included among the 5 different designs.

I used the Happiest of Birthdays stamp set on most of the cards in the kit.

There are so many colors in the Artistry Blooms DSP and they're perfect for all styles of stampers.

I created 5 cards and made two of each for a total of 10 eye catching cards including two unique fun-fold designs. Here's how my kits to go work:
- Opt in to get yours by July 20th here.
- Choose to add on the optional stamp set (click here) that I used.
- I will order the products, prep the kits and mail them out to you via Priority mail at the end of July.
- You'll receive the pdf tutorial via email.
The kit includes $20 in Stampin' Up! products:
- 1/2 pkg. of Artistry Blooms designer paper (6" X 12")
- 1/2" pkg Rainbow Glimmer paper (two pieces at 6" X 12")
- 1 pkg. Artistry Blooms adhesive backed sequins
- a share of White Crinkled Seam Binding ribbon
- The 10 pre-cut card pieces including die-cuts and punched pieces
- a pdf tutorial with photos, directions, measurements & supplies list
With tax & shipping you're getting the pre-cut kit for just $4.00!

Be sure to opt in for this kit by July 20th!
- click here to order the kit to go mentioned above
- click here to order the kit to go with the accitional Happiest of Birthday's stamp set
- Click here to order the pdf tutorial only
The second kit option available in July is the Four Seasons Floral kit. This is a 12 cards kit (2 full size and 10 note cards) with envelopes plus product.

It includes the Four Seasons Floral stamp set, two ink spots and a share of clear rhinestones.

All you need to complete the kit is adhesive, a clear block and optional sponges. No need to cut or prep anything either! It's all done for you.

I'll send you the tutorial with photos and directions.

This kit is perfect for stamping on vacation, with the kids or for yourself!
- click here to get the Four Seasons Floral card kit; a quick & easy cards kit.
- *If you want both July kits, email me at lagreff60@gmail.com for a combined shipping price.
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For every $50 you spend in July you'll receive a $5 coupon to redeem in August!

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

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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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3 cards with my ‘Life is Beautiful’ MDA stamp set!

July 16, 2020

You may have spied my stamp set in a previous post, but I haven't shared much yet! You can be sure I will be posting quite a few projects with it.

If you didn't know, it's a stamp set I helped create as a perk of achieving a Million Dollars in sales in my career with Stampin' Up! It's so cool to have my name posted under the stamp set in the upcoming 2020 August – December Stampin' Up! catalog!

I shared three technique cards using the Life is Beautiful stamp set on FB live last week. I did upload it to YouTube so everyone can watch. *see below

The top left card is created by stamping and heat embossing the leaves with White embossing powder. Then coloring over with Blends alcohol markers. Such a cool effect and actually fun to color too. The dark card stock covers most mistakes if you go off the image a bit.

The colors are Bermuda Bay, Black and Mango Melody. The pretty label tags are die-cuts from the Tasteful Labels dies seen here.

I wanted to have a play with a rainbow style card using the distinktive dots in the set.

I used Gorgeous Grape, Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Bermuda Bay and Pacific Point here. The greeting is from another MDA set called Ridiculously Awesome.

Next is a simple baby wipe technique.

I stamped the tree twice to create a wider trunk and more branches. The colors here are Coastal Cabana, Soft Suede with Granny Apple Green and Pretty Peacock dots.

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It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

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Accordion Style Fun-Fold card with video

July 15, 2020

Here's another easy fun fold card that shows off all sides of your designer series paper. And uses up thin strips too!

I made them during my weekly 'Stamp With Me' Facebook Live last week.

I chose to use the Brights 6 X 6" designer paper pack and the Many Mates stamp set.

Aren't they fun? The back is flat and does not open. You could include a full card base on it instead of a flat piece if you'd like. I will write or sign the inside on the larger White part.

You might notice there are dots around some of the punched pieces. I used my Blends markers to add that fun detail. I also colored in some of the words on the greetings too. This stamp set is fun!

When you adhere the greeting on the front add adhesive to just the very top flap.

Measurements:

Card base: 5 1/2" X 4 1/4"

next layer 5 1/4" X 4", textured

White accordion fold 4 1/4" X 9" scored at 1", 2", 4" and 6"

Designer paper – 3 pieces 4" tall. 3/4", 1 1/4" and 2 3/4"

Supplies:

Stamps – Many Mates

Ink – Gorgeous Grape, Pacific Point, Bermuda Bay, Flirty Flamingo, Black Memento

Card stock – Brights DSP, Gorgeous Grape, Bermuda Bay, Flirty Flamingo, Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point, Black

Punches – Tailored Tag, Label Me Lovely, 2" circle, Lovely You Pick a Punch, Banner Triple

Other – Blends markers, rhinestone jewels, Dimensionals

Below is the video for you. Enjoy!

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Bonus Days!



Get a $5 coupon to use in August with each $50 you spend in July!

Get a free 2020 card stock sampler with online orders over $60 that use the above host code. This is so helpful to really know your Stampin' Up! colors!

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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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