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.

United Through Creativity Digital Download—Now Available & It’s FREE!

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Yep, you heard me – It’s digital and it’s FREE! Stampin’ Up! is celebrating card sending around the world with this NEW Digital Download that you can get for FREE! I love the fact that Stampin’ Up! Statement of the Heart is about sharing and bringing people together and they show it in many different ways. Today it is with the spirit of World Diversity Day.

Here is what they say about this download:

The first Stampin’ Up! value statement is this: we care about people first. What does that look like? Caring about people first means treating others with kindness, respect, and equal consideration. It means working together towards a common goal, helping each other through life’s challenges, and celebrating one another’s accomplishments. It means including others, even when we disagree, have contrasting life experiences, or simply see things differently. Caring about people first is our greatest strength!

In honor of this value—and in the spirit of World Diversity Day—Stampin’ Up! wants to celebrate what makes us unique through what brings us together: creativity! The United Through Creativity Digital Download features inclusive, multicultural, and multilingual sentiments and illustrations that represent the multiple markets Stampin’ Up! engages with. And, it’s free for all!

Feel free to download it and then why not share your projects on social media? Use the hashtags #UnitedThroughCreativity and #DiversityDay!

United Through Creativity Digital Download PDF Click HERE

The elements featured in the United Through Creativity Digital Download were created in the spirit of World Diversity Day—a day for each of us to join together and understand the value of cultural diversity throughout the world. And, to celebrate our unique community of crafters!
We celebrate the diversity of the Stampin’ Up! family every day! In the United Through Creativity Digital Download, you’ll see a variety of illustrations, sentiments, and other elements that represent each of our marvelous markets and more.
Print your favorite pieces and use them to create cards, scrapbook pages, and other paper projects! We hope you’ll enjoy celebrating diversity, connection, community, and creativity with this sweet selection of inclusive, multicultural, and multilingual elements.
Don’t be shy—share what you’ve made! When sharing to social media, use the hashtags #UnitedThroughCreativity and #DiversityDay. We can’t wait to see your creations!
Speaking of sharing, spread the word! Let your friends and fellow crafters know about this free collection of crafting elements. Let’s celebrate what makes us unique through what brings us together: creativity!

It’s Simple:

Print them out & Create! Here are some great samples that Stampin’ Up! Shared with us on the Maui Incentive Trip.

The line art images are so much fun to color and are perfect for our Stampin’ Blends or any of your favorite coloring methods!

On a personal note: I’m still trying to readjust to the 6 hour time change after getting home late on Monday afternoon. I’ll be sharing some photos of things over the next week or so here and on my StampwithJini facebook page as I sort through things and catch up.

Today I thought I’d share a couple of them with you to start. Here we are ready to head to the airport, our little dog Chewie knowing that something was up. Little did we know that this would be our last time seeing her. We unexpectedly lost her on Sunday afternoon while getting ready to leave the resort. Here is one of my favorite photos of her.

Needless to say, our homecoming was a quiet one, but I’m thankful our son Johnathan was with her while we were away.

Needless to say we took hundreds of photos! Here we are getting ready to land. I think we saw a rainbow every day.

Maui was amazing and I feel so blessed to have been able to earn this trip. Stampin’ Up! definitely made it special! A fun pillow gift to start the trip.

The Grand Wailea was amazing with it’s views, gardens, and water features. Here is the view from our room.

And of course the sunsets!

Our first night of the Incentive trip we had a Carnival to welcome everyone with yummy little treats.

Thank you to each and everyone of you who have supported me and my Stampin’ Up! business! I truly appreciate you and the fact you allow me to share what I love with you! Without you I never would have earned this truly amazing trip!

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Highlight on our NEW 2021 In Color Polished Pink

Posted on May 20, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

If you are pink person you’re going to love Polished Pink with its deep hue.

I’ve got some Monochromatic cards for you today that are sure to please. This first card is not what you think of when you think pink – but it’s a great card showing off just how fun monochromatic cards can be. And the Polished Pink makes it perfect for giving a young lady as a graduation card.

The card uses our Friends are Like Seashells stamp set (158203) and Seashells 3D Embossing Folder (154309). The die cut image is from the Smooth Sailing Dies (149576). I just love how our products coordinate!

And this next card teams up the Polished Pink with Basic Gray.

A rich elegant combination of colors. This card uses the Hand-Penned Bundle (155492) found on page 105 of the Annual Catalog. The sentiment has been punched our using our Lovely Labels Pick a Punch (152883) and some pearls (144219) have been added on each end to accentuate the little flowers.

So what do you think? Are you liking this new color as much as I am? Why not stop by my Online Store and check out this and the other NEW In Colors for 2021-2023?

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Brilliant Wings Easel Sticky Note Holder

Posted on May 19, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Need a quick and easy gift? Love to create 3d projects? If so you’re going to love this quick and easy sticky note holder that I created for my Maui Incentive Trip swap. Pop it into one of our little cello bags, add a pen and wrapped it up with some ribbon. Voila!

This cute little project uses our NEW Hand-Penned Designer Series Paper and it’s soft subtles shades perfect for spring! And of course the very popular Brilliant Wings Dies. I just love this die set since you cut multiple butterflies at one time. Makes things quick and easy. I did a trips and tricks video for this die to help you get the best results. You can see that video HERE.

Want to see how I made them? Why not check out my video tutorial? I’ll warn you they are a lot of fun to make and so easy, once you get started you may not want to stop. lol

Brilliant Wings Easel Sticky Note Holder Video Tutorial

And here is a PDF that contains measurements, supply list and step by step directions. As always I’ve included the video link on the PDF so you have everything you need once you get your supplies.

Brilliant Wings Easel Sticky Note Holder Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Enjoy the Moment (155523)

Inks: Basic Gray Classic Ink (149165/149166)

Paper: Hand Penned Designer Series Paper (155499), Mint Macaron (138337), Basic Gray (121044), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Double Oval Punch (154242), Brilliant Wings Dies (*155523), and Genial Gems (155500)

Other: 2 x 1 1/2″ sticky note pad

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Sweet as a Peach

Posted on May 18, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card uses one of the Suites from the Annual Catalog, It immediately drew my attention with it’s wonderful color pallet. After all I live in Georgia, so how could I resist a set great sentiments and images of peaches? We are the peach state after all.

I think you’re going to really like this Suite, so much so I’m going to be doing a class with it in August! I made today’s card for the Maui Incentive Trip card swap that I will be participating in this week. And really love the way it turned out using a simple sponging technique to create a two tone effect on the fruit and branches.

And it’s a fun fold too! So why not check out my video tutorial and see what you think?

Sweet as a Peach Joy Fold Card Video Tutorial

And of course I’ve whipped up a PDF tutorial for you with the complete supply list, measurements, and step by step directions too.

Sweet as a Peach Joy Fold Card Tutorial PDF

Pinch me… I can’t believe we’re in Maui!

And on a personal note since today is the first day of the Maui Incentive Trip I wanted to share the little package that I received last month with our travel documents.

This little package contained a Maui pin, along with our name tags, luggage tags, travel wallet with paperwork, and masks since Maui has a mask mandate still in place.

I can’t tell you how excited we are to be in Maui, courtesy of Stampin’ Up! And we wouldn’t be going if it weren’t for my amazing team, The Blue Mountain Stampers and my wonderful stampers, and customers. This will truly be a trip of a life time for us. So thank you again and stop back by, as I’ll be sharing some photos will you both here and on my facebook page with you as I’m able.

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing the cute little 3D project I made for the swap with you.

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Sweet as a Peach (*155050)

Inks: Pale Papaya (155670/155671), Calypso Coral (147101/122934), Pear Pizzazz (147104/131160), and Old Olive Classic Ink (147090/100531)

Paper: You’re a Peach Designer Series Paper (155686), Pale Papaya (155686), Balmy Blue Card stock (146982), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Layering Circle Dies (141705), Banner Pick a Punch (153608), Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels (151193), Sponge Daubers (133773)

*Sweet as a Peach Bundle (155823)

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Party Puffin Pop Up Box Card Tutorial

Posted on May 14, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

I just love this little set, it has such cute images and sentiments for all kinds of projects. Today’s card uses our NEW In Color, Polished Pink, and it’s a very popular color, so it makes it a great choice to add to your collection of colors. I’ve teamed it up with one of my favorites, Coastal Cabana for a fun summer time feel.

Check out this cute little 3d card I made using a fun fold to create card with tons of dimension.

It has a signature panel on the back of the box

And it will fold flat for mailing. Cool, right?

Here is a quick video tutorial for you that shows you how I made this bright, colorful card.

Party Puffin Pop Up Box Card Video Tutorial

And of course, a PDF with a complete supply list, the measurements, and step by step insturctions too.

Party Puffin Pop Up Box Card Tutorial PDF

If you love this set as much as I do, you’ll be happy to know that I’ll be highlighting this set in my July Card Class. Did you know you can get my classes for free each month when you place a minimum order using my Host Code? Check out my calendar of events HERE to learn more about my classes.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Party Puffin (155054)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black (132708/133456) and Coastal Cabana Classic Ink (147097/131164), Polished Pink (155520), Pool Party (154894), Pumpkin Pie (154897) and Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends (154883)

Paper: 2021-2023 In Color Designer Series Paper (155641), Coastal Cabana (122925), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories:

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Bold, dramatic & fabulous Evening Evergreen

Posted on May 13, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card are monochromatic cards that have been made using our NEW 2021-2023 In Color Evening Evergreen. Monochromatic cards are wonderful since they can use limited supplies and make an impact.

This first card was stamped with the Very Versailles stamp set (149275) found on page 101 of the Annual Catalog.

The sentiment was punched out using the Lovely Labels Pick a Punch (152883) and mounted on a piece of card stock. and the ribbon on the sentiment is our Evening Evergreen Open Weave Ribbon (155573) that has been trimmed down so that just the solid edge has been used. More detail was added using the Detail Trio Punch (146320) and the Brilliant Wings Die (155523).

And how about the holidays? Here is a wonderful card that has been made using the Perfectly Plaid stamp set (158335) and Pine Tree Punch (149521).

The Treasured Tags Pick a Punch (154425) was used to punch out the sentiment and of course that Open Weave Ribbon (155573) was used as a band of color behind the sentiment. Recognize the Evergreen Forest 3D Embossing folder(153576) in the background? Such a great folder that is easy to sponge so that all the detail pops!

So what do you think of our newest In Color, Early Evergreen? I love that this years In Colors come with total coordination – Ink, Card stock, Stampin’ Blends, Ribbon, and even Jewels. Making it a great place to start building your collection. Why not stop by my online store and check out the New 2021-2023 In Colors today?

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Paper Pumpkin & the NEW In Colors

Posted on May 12, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

I really like kits. They make crafting on the go so simple since everything you need is right there in the box. They also make great gifts and a fun break from the stresses of life. After all creating feels good, right?

Dream and discover In Color! With the Expressions In Color Paper Pumpkin Kit, you’ll be introduced to our intriguing collection of In Colors for 2021–2023—and, you’ll find a familiar shade from our 2020–2022 In Color selection. This month’s ink-credible kit contains enough elements to create nine cards—and coordinating envelopes—including ink-stained paper pieces, an exclusive stamp set, and not one, but two Classic Stampin’ Spots! And, it all comes in a cute, colorful, and collectible box.

What are In Colors, anyway? In Colors consist of a limited-edition collection of colors. We come up with a new collection every year. In each In Color collections, we’ll offer ink, paper, markers, and more. The catch? They’re only available to purchase for a period of two years, so stock up on your favorite In Color supplies while you can!

With the Expressions In Color kit, you can explore and experiment with our 2020–2022 and 2021–2023 In Color collections. Make a splash with awe-inspiring, ink-stained artistry!

Isn’t this alcohol ink technique mesmerizing?? Stampin’ Up! used these beautiful 2021-2023 In Colors to make an amazing kit to wow your loved ones. Subscribe to get your kit today at paperpumpkin.com!

What is Paper Pumpkin? Paper Pumpkin is our monthly One-Stop Box™ that offers a unique variety of paper projects for subscribers of any skill level to enjoy! These thoughtfully-themed and all-inclusive craft kits allow you to explore your creativity and try new techniques.

About the Kit

Name: Expressions In Color

Details:

Kit contains enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and coordinating envelopes. This all-inclusive kit includes printed card bases, die-cut paper pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!
Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″
Coordinating colors: Bumblebee, Evening Evergreen, Fresh Freesia, Polished Pink
As always, this month’s kit features an exclusive stamp set. But, this month’s kit also includes not one, but two Classic Stampin’ Spots!
Comes in a cute, colorful, and collectible box.
Coordinates with products from the Expressions in Ink Suite (item #155459).

There are 2 ways to start your subscription

Subscribe and pay month to month
PrePaid Kit using our 1, 3, 6 and 12 month options

Subscribe to the June 2021 Paper Pumpkin Kit—Expressions In Color—between 11 May and 10 June at paperpumpkin.com!

Note: Supplies may be limited toward the end of the subscription period.

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Sweet Ice Cream Thank You Card

Posted on May 11, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card is one I created to share during our OnTour event. I wanted to show case the NEW 2021 In Colors that I had just received during PreOrder. Here is what I came up with.

I like the way the card turned out. I used the Basic Borders Die to create a “table cloth” since I thought the Soft Succulent gave off a vintage vibe. I’m really loving the Evening Evergreen since it can be used as a neutral color like I did here.

I’ve whipped up a quick video tutorial for you. This is a two step stamp set and so you’ve got all kinds of options.

Sweet Ice Cream Thank You Card Video

Sweet Ice Cream Thank You Card Tutorial PDF

So what do you think? Is this a set that you’d enjoy creating with? Did you know that the Sweet Ice Cream stamp set is being highlighted in my May Card Class? Yep, and you can earn this class for FREE when you place a qualifying order in product. Attend my LIVE event or do the Online version the choice is your. You can click HERE to learn about this fun class option. But you’ll want to hurry since RSVP ends on May 14th.

Maui here we come!

On a personal note I wanted to let you know that Larry and I are getting ready for the Stampin’ Up! Maui Incentive Trip. Since this is a very special trip and we haven’t had a real vacation in many years, we decided to fully immerse ourselves in the experience. Starting this Thursday I plan on having blog posts scheduled for you to enjoy while we are gone, and if everything works correctly you’ll see them like normal. My regular office hours will resume on May 26th. I will check email, but I won’t be able to respond as quickly as I normally would. Stay tuned – I will share on face book group and when here I return.

If you are interested in setting up a Facebook or book party to take advantage of the extra Host Benefits we can get you started tomorrow. Please let me know before the end of the day Wednesday. This way you can have your party ready to go after the first of June if you’d like to gather with friends.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Sweet Ice Cream (*158224)

Inks: Crumb Cake (120953/121029), Fresh Freesia (155611/155612), Evening Evergreen (155576/155577, and Polished Pink Classics Ink (155712/155713), Fresh Freesia (155518), Pale Papaya (155519), Polished Pink (155520) and Evening Evergreen Stampin’ Blends (155517)

Paper: Soft Succulent (131297), Pale Papaya (155668), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Basic Border Dies (155558) and Silver & Clear Epoxy Essentials (155567)

*Sweet Ice Cream Bundle (156244) 10% off until June 30th

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Try Paper Pumpkin for just $5!

Posted on May 7, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Yes, you heard that right! We are having a Paper Pumpkin SUBSCRIBE-A-THON and it starts TODAY!!!

What a great way to start the fun this spring and this kit is great for all ages with it’s fun American past time theme, baseball.

You’ll want to sign up early since supplies are limited.

How it Works:

Paper Pumpkin has a LIMITED SUPPLY of Batter Up! kits to offer at this special SUBSCRIBE-A-THON rate.

The SUBSCRIBE-A-THON will start on today, the 7th of May
The SUBSCRIBE-A-THON promotion price for new subscribers is only $5.00 (shipping included)
The sale will continue until all allocated kits are sold out, or until the May subscription period ends on 10 May—whichever comes first. If the allocated kits are sold out prior to the subscription period, the sale will end and the subscription price will return to normal.
NEW subscribers to enter the code HOMERUN0521 before the sale ends to receive this special introductory price!
This promotion price will only apply to new month-to-month subscriptions; prepaid subscriptions are not eligible for the discount.

About the May Kit

Details

Kit contains enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and coordinating envelopes.
The all-inclusive kit includes printed card bases, die-cut paper pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!
- Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
- Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ (11.4 x 14.6 cm)
Coordinating colors: Basic White, Bumblebee, Night of Navy, Pacific Point, Real Red, Smoky Slate, Soft Suede
Comes with the official bubble gum of the MLB—a ballpark favorite! Chew while you craft, slide a piece into a card, or save it for later.

Don’t forget to enter the Code HOMERUN0521 when signing up

What a great kit for all ages!

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More 2021 Annual Catalog Organizational Items

Posted on May 6, 2021 by Stamp with Jini

Today I’ll be sharing with you my Die Case Inserts for our coordinating dies. I like the fact that these sit on my shelf with the stamp sets and have the same look. All nice and neat!

If the Die set is large I’ll add a second magnetic sheet to the other side of the case so I have plenty of room. The magnetic sheets are vent covers that I picked up at my local hardware store and cut down.

I simply print these Case Inserts off on Whisper White card stock, then trim and insert. Click HERE to learn more about that.

Here are Die Case Inserts for all the Dies found in the 2021 Annual Catalog – If you find an error or there is a problem please let me know so I can correct it for you.

All Dressed Up Dies PDF

Artistic Dies PDF

Baby Clothes Dies PDF

Banner Blooms Dies PDF

Basic Border Dies PDF

Batik Dies PDF

Beautiful Tree Dies PDF

Big Cats Dies PDF

Birds & More Dies PDF

Birthday Chick Dies PDF

Bloom Die & Embossing Folder PDF

Brilliant Wings Dies PDF

Cherry Blossoms Dies PDF

Christmas Trimmings Dies PDF

Cookin’ Dies PDF

Dandy Wishes Dies PDF

Encircled in Beauty Dies PDF

Fabulous Florals Dies PDF

Floral Gallery Dies PDF

Floral Hearts Dies PDF

Floral Squares Dies PDF

Flower Market Die PDF

Forever Flourishing Dies PDF

Give It A Whirl Dies PDF

Grapevine Dies PDF

Hat Builder Dies PDF

Hippo & Friends Dies PDF

Hydrangea Dies PDF

Iconic Dies PDF

In the Tropics Dies PDF

Inspiring Canopy PDF

Layering Circles Dies PDF

Layering Diorama PDF

Layering Hugs Dies PDF

Love You More Than Dies PDF

Majestic Mountain Dies PDF

Many Layered Blossoms Dies PDF

Meadow Dies PDF

Messages Die PDF

Nature’s Thoughts Dies PDF

Ornate Frames Dies PDF

Ornate Layers Dies PDF

Painted Labels Dies PDF

Pansy Dies PDF

Peach Pies PDF

Penned Flowers PDF

Peony Dies PDF

Perfect Plants Dies PDF

Pets Dies PDF

Picture This Dies PDF

Pierced Blooms Dies PDF

Playful Alphabet Dies PDF

Poinsettia Dies PDF

Poppy Moments Dies PDF

Potted Succulents Dies PDF

Scalloped Contours Dies PDF

Sea Life Dies PDF

Seaside Shells Dies PDF

Seasonal Basket Dies PDF

Smooth Sailing Dies PDF

So Many Snowflakes PDF

Stitched Greenery Die PDF

Stitched Leaves PDF

Stitched Rectangle Dies PDF

Stitched So Sweetly Dies PDF

Stitched Stars Dies PDF

Stitched Triangles Dies PDF

Stitched with Whimsy Dies PDF

Suit & Tie Dies PDF

Sunflowers Dies PDF

Tailored Made Tags Dies PDF

Tasteful Labels Dies PDF

Warm Wraps Dies PDF

Window Flower Box Dies PDF

Word Wishes Dies PDF

You’ll need to order the Stamp Cases (#119105) HERE

And if you prefer to keep the dies with your stamp set on your shelf you can check out my double case storage tip HERE that I shared with you earlier – there is even a video to show you how to do yours.