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Surfin' Santa Diorama Box (Doubles As a Gift Card Holder Too!)
Create a festive Hawaiian-themed holiday project using the Stampin' Up! Surfin' Santa stamp set! This unique diorama box doubles as a charming gift card holder, perfect for your tropical Christmas crafting.<br><br></br>
Make an Award-Winning Magical Light-Up Paper House Ornament
Create a charming light-up paper house ornament that brings the magic of a snowy Christmas evening to your tree...<br><br></br>
Something is enchanting about a warmly lit house on a snowy winter's evening. Today, I'm thrilled to share a craft project that captures that cozy magic in miniature – a light-up paper house ornament that won hearts (and awards!) at a recent holiday gathering.<br><br></br>
Many of you have asked for instructions, so I've created a detailed video tutorial showing every step. <br><br></br>
Make a Splash with a Surfin' Santa Diorama Card
Tired of the same old Christmas cards? Get ready to make a splash with this fun and festive Surfin’ Santa Diorama card! Today, I will show you how to create this one-of-a-kind card, and although there are a lot of steps, it’s actually pretty easy to make. <br><br></br>
This beach-themed Surfin’ Santa card will impress your friends and family with its unique and creative design. Let's dive into some crafting fun!<br><br></br>
DIY Treat Pouch Tutorial + Happy Adventure
When I created my DIY Treat Pouch, I had a purpose in mind. I was heading on an adventure to Italy to do some hiking and I wanted to bring a useful gift for my friend. Here is the pouch I made for her.<br><br></br>
Garden Of Thanks DIY Box: Store 4 Cards & Envelopes
Are you looking to add a touch of elegance to your handmade thank-you cards? This coordinating gift box is the perfect finishing touch. Using pieces from the Garden of Thanks Kit, you can create a beautifully decorated box to hold your cards and envelopes. It's a wonderful way to showcase your crafting skills and make your gifts even more special<br><br></br>
For a hands-on demonstration, check out the video tutorial<br><br></br>
Garden Of Thanks: 4 Alternative Cards
Expressing gratitude has never looked so beautiful! The Garden of Thanks Kit from Stampin' Up! is a floral-filled treasure trove for crafting stunning thank-you and appreciation cards. However, I wanted to take this kit to new heights. Inspired by the kit's vibrant watercolor blooms, I've created four unique card designs that go beyond the ordinary. From intricate die cuts to unexpected color combinations, these cards showcase how creativity can transform a kit into a personalized masterpiece. Let me inspire you to create your garden of thanks!<br><br></br>
Want to make these cards along with me? Follow the video and pause as you need to between each step. By the end of the video, you’ll have four beautiful cards to send off!<br><br></br>
Make A Holiday Gift Card Holder The Easy Way
If you’re like me, you love giving gift cards for the holidays, so why not make a festive and extra special holiday gift card holder? Your presentation will be beautiful and memorable!<br><br></br>
Today, I’ve featured some lovely products in the Online Exclusive store: Season of Green and Gold item #164324, Sophisticated Sled Bundle item #164134, and Golden Greenery Bundle item #164117. These versatile stamps will add a touch of holiday magic to your gift-giving. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this easy-to-follow tutorial! <br><br></br>
Make 2 Beautiful Front-Flap Christmas Cards!
Get ready to sleigh the holiday card-making session and DIY these 2 beautiful front-flap Christmas cards! This festive project features several new products from Stampin’ Up! including the Sophisticated Sled Bundle, Golden Greenery Bundle, Greetings of the Season Dies, and Seasons of Green and Gold designer series paper. <br><br></br>
If you love creating eye-catching Christmas cards, this tutorial is one you’ll want to use this holiday season. Get your friends together and have a Christmas craft party! <br><br></br>
How To Make A Card Folder: Perfect For Gift Giving Too!
Have you finished creating your adorable Friends for Life cards? Fantastic! Now let's give them a stylish and protective home. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to make a card folder to perfectly store your handmade creations and coordinating envelopes. This elegant folder not only keeps your cards safe but also makes a wonderful, personalized gift. Let’s get started!<br><br></br>
How to Make 4 Intriguing Fancy Fold Cards for Any Occasion
It's a great day when you can make four intriguing fancy fold cards in one crafting session. This class was super fun, and I think you'll love having a fold that is visually appealing and different from traditional cards, yet still super easy to make! <br><br></br>
For this class project, I featured a variety of Stampin’ Up! Bundles and stamp sets, creating cards for different occasions. I aimed to inspire and showcase some of the great craft supplies available in my online store.<br><br></br>
Expressions of Kindness-25th Anniversary Celebration Class
I am thrilled to celebrate my 25th anniversary as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator with Missy Shipman! This milestone is a testament to the joy, creativity, and community that Stampin' Up! has brought into our lives! To mark this special occasion, Missy Shipman, and I are bringing you some exciting alternate projects using the Stampin' Up! Expressions of Kindness Kit.<br><br></br>
I'll guide you through creating a beautiful gift card holder using some of the supplies in this kit. It’s more than just a craft, it's a way to infuse your personality into your gift-giving. Meanwhile, Missy will show you how to make a charming gift box to store your handmade gift cards or small treats in style!<br><br></br>
Let's dive in and start crafting together!<br><br></br>
My friend Oreo: Defying ALS with Resilience
David DuBois has ALS, but ALS doesn’t have David. <br></br>
In May 2024, I surprised David with a visit. To make the occasion special, I crafted a round-shaped card to match an Oreo cap I had bought as a gift. You might wonder, why Oreo? Is it something David loves? I don’t know if David loves Oreos, but I do know that I love David. I gave him the nickname "Oreo" after witnessing his resilience during a sticky situation several years ago. It's that same resilience I see him living with today as he battles ALS.<br></br>
So let me tell you the story…<br></br>
Punch Art Graduation Cards: How To Make Personalized Cards
How could I combine my love for punch art with my desire to create graduation cards? I happily pursued this challenge because I wanted each graduate in my life to feel celebrated and cherished! Grab the Stampin’ Up! Cap and Gown stamp set and join me for some creative fun! <br><br></br>
The video showcases several cap and gown design variations, so you can find the perfect style for your graduate. Plus, I teach you how to take a craft punch and alter the shapes; I promise it will give you a new way of viewing the punches in your craft room! Watch for inspiration… <br><br></br>
How You Can Get Creative With The Panda Friends Kit
Wouldn’t you love to have some Panda Friends alternate craft projects to make so you can go beyond the basics?! The Stampin’ Up! The Panda Friends kit has so much potential, and even more so when you add a few extra cardstock colors and some adorable treat boxes! <br><br></br>
Let me show you the 4 cards I made, along with coordinating treat boxes that were perfect for the cookies and card class that I held. <br><br></br>
Make A Tea Bag Wallet + A Card | Fun Positivi-TEA!
Embrace Positivi-TEA with a DIY Tea Bag Wallet and Card! <br><br></br>
Forget January blues! Instead, brew a cup of cheer with this easy-to-make tea bag wallet that is perfect for spreading positivi-tea. <br><br></br>
Missy Shipman of Glad Heart Stampers and I are celebrating a milestone—25 years of crafting magic with Stampin’ Up! Missy is one of the most positive people I know, which makes today’s project even more special! <br><br></br>
I LOVE the start of a new year, and I had lots of plans that I couldn’t wait to dive into. Life throws curveballs, and sometimes, like me when I ruptured both eardrums on January 2nd, it disrupts even the best-laid plans. But instead of getting bogged down, I chose to steep myself in gratitude and positivity. It's a mindset dear friends! <br><br></br>
Missy and I teamed up to kick off 2024 with a tea-riffic paper share class, offering this adorable tea bag wallet and card as a bonus for anyone who placed orders during the class.<br><br></br>
Check out the bonus too…
How To Make A Punch Art Moose Box | Easy Treat Box
I love coming up with punch art treat boxes, and this one is sure to bring some smiles and a tasty treat too! I created a punch art Moose box that holds two small Hershey’s Chocolate bars, and I can’t wait to teach you how to make these. <br></br>