About Stamp with Jini

My name is Jini Merck and I'm a Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator. I love being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, not only do I get to be creative every day, I also get to be a creative coach, offering fresh project ideas and encouragement to my customers and friends. For me, helping someone create that perfect project for a special occasion is the best feeling in the entire world. After all, creating cards, scrapbook pages, and gift items is about more than just stamps and ink—it’s about sharing a part of yourself with the people in your life. I live in Clarkesville which is in the North Georgia Mountains with my husband and two children. Although my family keeps me busy I enjoy the creativity of stamping and crafts and the fellowship stamping brings into my life. Spending time creativing cards and gifts for friends and family has been one of my favorite hobbies over the years.

Thinking of You Note Card Tutorial

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

Basic White Note Cards (159232), I love the fact that these little cards a handy to create and have on hand. And since they come with both the card base and envelope they are a great way to create since you’ve got the basics. Add a stamp set, ink and card stock and get started.

Today’s card uses the lovely image sent Pretty Florals Stamp set (165177) and a wonderful sentiment set, The Right Words stamp set (165316). These two have been some of my favorites to work with from the 2025 Annual Catalog.

The Right Words stamp set (165316) contains all occasions sentiments so it’s a great way to get started stamping too.

Want to see what I created with these two stamp sets? Well here you go-

This card was done in our 2025-2027 In Colors, Darling Duckling and Secret Sea that are part of our August promotion. I’ve teamed up the Darling Duckling with our Garden Green Classic Ink which will work lovely will all the new In Colors.

Check out today’s video tutorial to see how I create this little note card.

Thinking of You Note Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! and then stop back by next week when I’ll be sharing some more cards using this lovely floral stamp set.

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Sweet Blooms

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

I love sentiment sets that can be used year round that a big and bold. The Sweet Blooms Stamp set (165181) doesn’t disappoint and it has a set of fun coordinating dies too.

Today’s card uses the the stamp set with it’s lovely sentiment along with some other products in the Florals in Bloom Suite (165193).

And great news, this Suite uses our 2025-2027 In Colors so it’s part of this month’s sale. The Florals in Bloom Designer Series Paper (165175) has some beautiful floral images on one side and great patterns on the back. The color combinations just make me smile – after all how can you not smile with these bright cheerful colors?

The 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls (165192) are a very popular product. So if they aren’t in stock when you go to order, did you know you can ask the system to let you know when they are back in? The other accessory used is our Basic Beige 3/8″ Classic Ribbon (165216). This ribbon is a great neutral that ties easily and has a soft texture to it so it goes well with a project like this.

So what do you think? Can you see using this sentiment set for your next project? Why not stop by my store and check it today?

It’s a great time to take a look!

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NEW Kits & Last Chance List updated

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

You’ll want to be sure to check out these 3 wonderful kits. Cards, home decor, and some wonderful 3 d cards to say thank you

And great news since the Bunch of Thanks Kit includes 2025-2027 In Colors it’s part of our In Color Sale! So be sure to check that out today too since it just went live.

Last Chance Products updated – Remember these items are while supplies last.

Click HERE to see all the Last Chance products today!

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Strawberry Slush Thinking of You Card Tutorial

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card is a monochromatic one that I created using the 2025-2027 In Color, Strawberry Slush. Bright & Bold Strawberry Slush teams up well with another In Color, Pretty in Pink.

Did you know monochromatic cards are a wonderful way to create with our In Color Collection since there is an assortment option you can purchase that includes embellishments, card stock, and Designer Series Paper.

Choose a favorite sentiment set, like The Right Words stamp set (165316) and team it up with the color of your choice.

Here is a quick video, supply list, and PDF for you so you can make one too!

In Color Thinking of You Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

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Encircled with Love

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

Do you love quick and easy cards and punches? If so the Encircled with Love Stamp Set (165338) might be just the thing you are looking for.

This stamp set has some wonderful all occasion sentiments for year round use AND it coordinates with the 1 7/8″ Circle Punch (165259) making it a easy way to create!

Today’s card uses this fun set along with the 2025-2027 In Colors and Florals in Bloom Designer Series Paper (165175) to set the color pallet which is a easy way to do that when your first learning to stamp.

This card also highlights the way these colors (Secret Sea, Strawberry Slush, and Cloud Cover) work so well together, so if you are a beginning stamper it is a wonderful way to start building your color collection.

A bit of texture was added to the background with the Soft Waves 3D Embossing Folder (164695) and a bit of shine by adding a few Rhinestones Basic Jewels (144220). Rhinestones are another wonderful versatile products that can be used all kinds of ways.

Did you know that these 2025-2027 In Colors will be on Sale during our August promotion that starts August 5th? You can find more information about this promotion in yesterday’s post and begin your shopping list now.

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Are you Ready for an In Color Sale?

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

Just announced and coming on August 5th is a 15% off discount on products for the In Colors.

Here is the fine print:

Sale starts Tuesday, August 5th and ends on Sunday,August 31th
Sale includes select inks, card stock, Designer Series Paper, embellishments, and other products that include these new In Colors. Only products featured on the 2025–2027 In Colors page are included in this promotion.
Products are available only while supplies last.

Click on the link above to see the page where these products will be found with the discount on Tuesday, August 5th.

Then get your shopping list ready – it’s a great time to fill in colors or get NEW colors that are fun and trendy! Go ahead and place them in your cart – Sale prices will update on Tuesday, so you’ll be able to see the discount before you place your order on the 5th!

Got questions? Just send me an email to info@stampwithjini.com and I’ll be happy to help!

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Peaceful Pier

Posted on July 29, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

It’s the dog days of summer here in Georgia and the heat it relentless, but that doesn’t stop the summer time fun, it just slows it down and allows us to enjoy the little things. Like nature.

The Peaceful Pier stamp set (165331) catches this feel perfectly with it’s images.

And the set has some lovely sentiments letting someone know you’re thinking about them. Check out today’s card using this set. Done in warm tones of Early Espresso, Cajun Craze, and Crushed Curry.

A simple masking technique using our Blending Brushes and Daffodil Delight and Crushed Curry create the sun. Simply punch out the 2 3/8″ Circle Punch (161354) from our Masking Paper (155480) A bit of classic ink and our Clear Wink of Stella (141897) adds some color and sparkle to the ground below.

Quite striking, right?

Why not stop by my Online Store and check out this set today we’ve got some lovely nature inspired options to choose from?

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Mixed Labels Fun Fold Card Tutorial

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

It’s Friday and I’ve got a quick and easy fun fold card to share with you today using a sentiment set called Mixed Labels Stamp Set (Online Exclusive 164643) along with the Mixed Media Florals Designer Series Paper (Online Exclusive 164638).

This paper is filled with lovely images and fun impressionistic patterns perfect for mixing and matching on projects.

Check out today’s fun fold using these products.

I’ve whipped up a quick tutorial and pdf for you too.

Mixed Labels Fun Fold Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

And don’t forget today is the last day to take advantage of our FREE Shipping promotion!

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Make sure your Online Account profile is up to date with your address, email and phone number. I’ll be finalizing my catalog mailing for the September-December Mini first thing next week. Have you placed an order with me in the last 90 days? If so you’ll be on my list and be the first to get your catalog in the mail.

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Textured Notes

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

The Textured Notes Bundle (Online Exclusive 165556) is one of those bundles that has great images that have lots of depth and a fun set of versatile dies.

Today’s card is done in shades of Midnight Muse and Gray Granite.

The texture is carried though out the card since the Textured Notes (Online Exclusive 165555) also have some texture around the outer edges that is built in. The Country Woods Designer Series Paper (163393) gives this background a worn natural feel that works perfectly with the images, Pressed Flower Motifs (165215), and Cloud Cover 3/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon (165271).

What do you think? Love the texture in this project? Why not stop by my Online Store and check out this fun bundle? It’s part of our Online Exclusives and right now we have free shipping for qualifying orders too!

Making it a great time to get those items on your shopping list!

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Stepping it up with Peaceful View

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s cards use the lovely Peaceful View Stamp (165310) and a simple technique using our Blending Brushes (153611 or 160518) to add color.

Today’s first card has been stamped using our Memento Tuxedo Black (132708/133456) onto Basic White card stock.

Some Cajun Craze was added to be image using the Blending Brush. The sentiment was stamped and punched our using the Labeled with Love Punch (163569) and a second piece was punched out using Basic Black card stock to layer it on. It has a Basic Black card base .

Stepping it up – This next card adds a some additional layers of color. This time the image was stamped using Secret Sea Classic Ink onto Very Vanilla Card stock giving it a warmer feel.

Crushed Curry, Darling Duckling, Strawberry Slush, and Timid Tiger have been used and blended to create a dramatic sky with lots of depth. Layers of Timid Tiger and Darling Duckling have been used to mat the image on the Secret Sea Card base and some of the clear gems from the Strawberry Slush & Pretty in Pink Gems (Online Exclusive 165615) have been added for a bit of shine and sparkle.

Same image different color choices and layers. Whether you like to keep it simple or step it up this stamp is a fun one to work with it’s landscape image. What do you think?