Thoughtful Octopus

Posted on August 5, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card uses the fun little Thoughtful Octopus Stamp set (Online Exclusive 167955)

This fun little set contains cute little two step images and all occasions sentiments.

Today’s card is also done using our very popular In Color Hydrangea Hue and highlights the fun patterns that are part of the 2026-2028 In Color Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper (167755) which has fun bold patterns. The Stylish Shapes Dies (159183) that were used to cut out this fellow are perfect for this project and repeat the circle images from the Designer Series Paper. A great basic die set I reach for all the time!

A bit of our Hydrangea Hue 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon (167549) adds some texture and the fun little Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels (158987) add some shine.

I have a soft spot in my heart for these little guys after getting a chance to learn about them and interact with them during a trip a few years ago.

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NEW Kits, Product of the Month AND Designer Series Paper & Card Stock Sale Now Live

Posted on August 4, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

Woo hoo! Lots of choices today and for the best selection you’ll want to order early and stock up on those things that you’ll need for this fall’s crafting needs.

First the Designer Series Paper & Card stock Sale – there is a wide selection of patterns, 8 1/2″ x 11″ and even Two Tone Card stock! A winner for sure. Be sure to check out the selection included for this Sale in my Online Store.

Two NEW Kits Collection Kits for August

Choose from two new Kits! And if you love decor items you enjoy these two new kits.

https://www.stampinup.com/products/glow-of-harvest-12-x-12-30-5-x-30-5-cm-specialty-designer-series-paper?demoid=2048121The Crafty Blooms Kit Collection (168671) works with our fun Clipboard Standing Trio Kit (Kit Collection 167889). This makes a great gift or you can use them to refresh your current decor.

The Witchy Whimsy Hat Kit Collection (168672) is a full sized decor element made that will make a great addition to your Halloween decor!

NEW Product of the Month for August!!!

You’ll love this special Glow of Specialty Harvest Designer Series Paper for just $5 when you order. And of course if you missed a Product of the Month from past months that are still available you can choose from those too.

Want more than one month’s Product of the Month and have a big order? Why not create two different orders and get both? It’s an extra step, but when you place two orders you can use the Rewards on your second order from the first order you placed if you’d like. That makes it a win win situation and doesn’t cost any more in postage either!

And of course our selection of products found in our Last Chance section has been updated too! Get your favorites before they are gone!

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Sunset Coast Torn Edge Technique Card Tutorial

Posted on July 31, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

I’ve got another fun card using the Sunset Coast Dies (167780) for you today this time using a quick and simple technique.

The torn edge – I love this technique since it always gives you a little different look based on how you tear the card stock. Now, when I was new to stamping this really bothered me as I wanted all my cards to look the same, but once you embrace the inconstancy you’ll find yourself tearing away!

Want to see the card? Here you go

I really like the way it turned out since the torn edge feels very natural to me.

Want to see how I created this card? I’ve got a little video tutorial for you. And of course, a PDF too!

Sunset Coast Torn Edge Technique Card PDF

Enjoy!

And great news starting Tuesday, August 4th we’ve got a sale starting along with our NEW August Product of the month too!

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Fun Fold All Aflutter Card

Posted on July 30, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card uses a simple fun fold to create a fun little card.

Done in cheerful Crisp Cantaloupe, Lemon Lime Twist and Granny Apple this card swings open on the top and bottom allowing the inside sentiment to peek out. The sweet little butterflies from the All Aflutter Bundle (167570) have been stamped onto the 2026-2028 In Color Pearlized Specialty Paper (167766) for a bit of shine and the Dewdrop Embellishments (167748) add a bit more shine.

The Spotlight on Nature Dies (163580) not only serve as a focal point but also allow you to write a message on the inside too.

Sound like a fun fold to try? The base for this card is 5 1/2″ x 7 3/4″ and has been scored at 1 3/4″ and 6″ along the long side. The inside panel is your standard 5 1/4″ x 4″ one.

Why not give this fun fold a try?

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Happiest Birthday Wishes with Phrases & Frames

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

Wow, what a crazy storm last night. The lightning and thunder went on for hours lighting up the sky for miles. We were under a tornado warning here at my house like so many have been lately. While the power companies work to restore the outages I count us among the lucky. Since our internet just came back up I thought I’d share with you a fun card with a little extra ump today.

Clean and simple, this card uses a pattern from the Everyday Essentials Mix & Match Designer Series Paper (167702). The way this card uses this pattern it has a masculine feel to me, how about you? Done in Misty Moonlight and Pool Part the extra ump comes from the Phrases & Frames Impression Dies (167586).

This set of dies uses a fun Impressions Plate (167767) that really makes the special impressions dies pop! And the pop is built right in to them. When you use them as always the extra detail is subtle, but when you use them with the Impressions Plate, wow! You can sure see the difference.

I love layouts like this – clean and simple and the surprise is all the texture of this little die set. A card sure to please that special birthday boy.

So if you’re looking for something fun to add to your Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and Dies this might be just the add on your looking for. Why not stop by my Online store and check it out today?

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Scalloped Blooms

Posted on July 28, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card is a quick and simple card that has been created with the focus on Hydrangea Hue, one of our most popular In Colors.

It uses the Scalloped Blooms Bundle (167467) found in the Bloom Boutique Suite (167657)

Teamed up with some cute little flowers using the Bloom Boutique Specialty Designer Series Paper (167637) it’s a sweet little card. And of course who doesn’t enjoy a bit of shine and texture that has been created with the 2026-2028 In Color Dots (167546) and Hydrangea Hue 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon (167549)?

If you love this color why not check out this fun Suite of product that highlights all 5 of our New In Colors beautifully?

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Lily of the Valley Flip Flop Card Tutorial

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

Love cards with movement? I know I do and this card uses just a few score lines and cuts to create this fun motion card.

I’ve used Barely Blush to create a soft friendship card for a special friend who has been stamping with me for years and is having some health challenges.

The Lily of the Valley Stamp set (167937) set is part of the Valley in Bloom Suite (167951) which has lots of options for stepping up your crafting. But today I’ve used some simple stamping for this card since I wanted to make the focal point really stand out.

Want to see how I created this flip flop card? I’ve got a video tutorial for you and a PDF with the video link, measurements, and supply list.

First the video and then the PDF below

Lily of the Valley Flip Flop Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

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Striking Fern & Flora

Posted on July 23, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

Have you seen the Moonlit Flora Suite (167749)?

This very popular Suite packs a color pallet that deep & bold making it a very striking option. And the botanical images are perfect for all kinds of projects.

Check out today’s card using this Suite.

Today’s card pulls the beautiful In Color Golden Glow found in the Moonlit Flora Designer Series Paper (167737) to highlight and create the backdrop for the lovely little floral image. This focal point has been punched out with a 2 3/8″ Circle Punch (161354) and the flowers used our Blender Pens (102845) and Classic Ink Pads to color the flowers.

A bit of shine has been added using the Dewdrop Embellishments (167748).

Love options? Suites like this are great for us since they have everything includes from stamps, dies, paper, embellishments, and even Embossing Folders. Giving you tons of options for creating! The Suite allows you to order with just one click of an item number if you want it all, but also allows you to choose the different parts of the suite individually if you prefer to.

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Clean & Simple Extraordinary Life

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

I love the look of today’s card since it uses simple blocks of color created with strips of the Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper (167553).

This is a clean and simple design for quick and easy cards that has a visual impact.

The stamp set Extraordinary Life stamp set (167713) has been used as the focal point for this card and pulls it’s color pallet right off the paper used as a back drop. Done in a soft color pallet of Crisp Cantaloupe, Petal Pink, Pool Party, and Daffodil Delight. Cute little 2026-2028 In Color Butterflies (167656) add a bit of shine and texture.

These little butterflies have been extremely popular and can be added to almost any project making them a must have for creating projects. No worries, if they are on back order you can enter your email to be notified when they are back in stock again.

What do you think of this layout? Do you like the linear lines as much as I do? I can see using this layout all kinds of ways. And since this pack of paper has tons of patterns to choose from you can create all kinds of looks with just this one paper pack too!

The stamp set has a great set of dies to work with and the stamp set covers all kinds of things.

So why not check it out today and see how it inspires you?

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Sunset Coast Birthday Card Tutorial

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Stamp with Jini

Love the ocean or lakes? If so today’s card is inspired by those every day summer scenes you see while at the waterside. Sail boats majestically sailing on the water or silhouetted by the sunset. Today’s card was inspired by just that my love of those peaceful moments and watching the waves roll in during that magical time.

This card background was created with a simple Blending Brush technique and Classic Ink Pads.

This card was created with the Sunset Coast Dies (167780) which is part of the Scenic Coast Suite (167786). And since I wanted a birthday sentiment I chose the Phrases & Frames Stamp set (167581). I love how we can mix and match Stampin’ Up! products!