Saturday, November 29, 2025

Dove New Year wishes card

 Today I wanted to show how the Peace on Earth bundle which is part of the Peaceful Garden suite, can be used to make a New Year's card in case you have finished your Christmas cards or just want to send out a New Year card instead.  This card is fairly quick and easy to replicate.  Let's get started!  You will find a video tutorial on how to make this card over on my YouTube channel by clicking this link.




Supplies and measurements:
Peace on Earth dies 165924
Words For the Season bundle* 165798 (includes stamps & coordinating sentiment dies)
Dotted Circles 3D embossing folder 163789
Stylish Shapes dies 159183 (2nd largest circle die)
2 3/8" Circle punch 161354
Three Banner punch 167050
Hues of Blue Flowers 165930
Peaceful Garden DSP 165917 5 pieces
    (1) 1 1/2" x 1 3/4", (1) 2" x 1 3/4", (1) 1" x 3", (1) 2 1/2" x 3" (1) 1/2" x 3 5/8" for inside (optional)
Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper 165929 (2nd largest Stylish Shapes circle die)
Basic White cardstock for dove & inside piece 3 5/8' x 4 7/8"
Cloud Cover cardstock 3 3/4" x 5" & scraps 
Misty Moonlight for card base 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4" & 2" circle
Ink Pads: Secret Sea

I hope you give this layout a try.  Of course, you can use any stamps you already have on hand for whatever occasion you need a card for.  This layout comes from the Stampin' Up! Sept-Dec 2025 mini catalog sketch templates on page 14.

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.


Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Peaceful Garden Shepherd card

For my product spotlight this week I'm using the Peaceful Garden suite of products and combining today's card with Shepherd's Care.  Just in case you are finished with your holiday card, looking for a sympathy card or something else, this card can be used for multiple occasions.  Let's take a look at how it's made and you can make one along with me!  You can watch the video tutorial over on my YouTube channel by clicking this link.




Supplies and measurements:
Shepherd's Care stamp set 164300
Peaceful Garden Dies 165797 (can be purchased in a bundle* with sentiment stamps)
Hues of Blue Flowers 165930
Peaceful Greenery 3D Embossing Folder 165928
Peaceful Garden Glimmer 165929 3 3/4" x 2" (approx.)
Peaceful Garden DSP 165917, 1 1/4" x 5 1/4"
Cloud Cover cardstock for card base, 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" scored in center at 4 1/4"
Cloud Cover cardstock 4" x 5 1/4", embossed, then trimmed 1/2" each end on the 4" side
4" x 5 1/4" index white card
Black & White & Gold Baker's Twine 166005
Ink Pads: Cloud Cover, Secret Sea

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.

Sunday, November 23, 2025

Gingerbread man cookie 3"x4" reinforced clamshell box

 I have another treat box for you today using the Gingerbread Man bundle by Stampin' Up!  As soon as I saw this set, I knew I wanted to create a box using the Little Debbie Christmas gingerbread cookies.  I thought I might have already designed a box to fit, but that was not the case.  So, I set out to design a box that would fit the large size of the gingerbread man, accommodate the cookie, and also fit a gift card.  This box is the result of that endeavor.  You will find a video tutorial where I walk you through how to make it step-by-step over on my YouTube channel by clicking this link. 





Supplies and Measurements:
Gingerbread Man bundle* 165785 (includes stamps & coordinating dies)
Real Red two-tone cardstock (or regular) 6" x 8"
    score on 6" side at 1/2" & 1" each end
    score on 8" side at 1/2", 1", 4", 4 1/2", 7 1/2"
Christmas Tags & More 6"x6" Specialty DSP, 165097
    2 7/8" x 3 7/8"
Pecan Pie cardstock for gingerbread
Basic White cardstock for stamping/die cutting
Real Red cardstock scraps for die cutting
Ink Pads: VersaMark, Real Red, Garden Green
Basics Wow! embossing powder (white) 165679
Embossing Additions tool kit 159971
Wink of Stella glitter brush 141897
Real Red & White Baker's twine 164051
Ink Pads: Real Red, Pecan Pie, Garden Green, VersaMark watermark ink
heat tool 129053

I hope you will give this box a try.  Of course, you can decorate for any occasion and add a gift card and perhaps some candy 1/2" thick or less like a fun size Hershey bar or Andes mints.  All of your Stampin' Up! supplies can be purchased in my online store by clicking on the shopping cart. Thanks in advance.

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Baking spirits bright gingerbread card

 This week I am featuring the Gingerbread man bundle by Stampin' Up!  For my project today, I've paired it with the Jar of Joy stamps & Sweet Jar builder punch to make this adorable card.  I do love how bright and cheery it turned out, and the two sets work so well together.  To watch the video tutorial over on my YouTube channel click this link.




Supplies and measurements:
Gingerbread Man bundle* 165785 (includes stamps & coordinating dies)
Jar of Joy stamp set 166176
Sweet Jar builder punch 165506 (can be purchased in a bundle with Sweet Jar stamps)
Three Banner Punch 167050 for sentiment label (can be purchased in a bundle* w/sentiment stamps)
Beautiful Patterns embossing folder 167097
Thick Basic White cardstock for card base, 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored in center at 4 1/4"
Lights of Aurora 6"x6" DSP, 4" x 5 1/4" & scrap for bow tie
Pecan Pie cardstock for gingerbread man
Pool Party cardstock scrap
Berry Burst cardstock scrap
Gold Foil scrap
Basic White for stamping & die cutting
Ink Pads: VersaMark, Berry Burst, Pecan Pie, Pool Party
Frosted Iridescent Dots 165766
Basics Wow! embossing powder (white) 165679
Metallics Wow! embossing powder (gold) 165678
Embossing Additions tool kit 159971
Wink of Stella glitter brush 141897

Thanks so much for stopping by.  To purchase any of these (or any other) supplies you might want/need, click the shopping cart in the upper right corner.  It's what helps me to keep this content free for you to enjoy.

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.




Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Standing gingerbread man treat box

I'm so excited about the project I have for you today.  I just knew I needed to make a box using the large gingerbread man and had to figure out how to make one so that the box part only showed on the sides yet stood upright.  This is the design I came up with.  It turned out so cute!  I gave some out to my retired friends at a luncheon and they absolutely loved them!  I might need to make a few more as they make such cute decorations beside holding a little treat!  I hope you will give them a try.  To watch the video tutorial on how to put it all together, click this link, it will take you directly to my YouTube video.





Supplies and measurements:
Gingerbread Man bundle* 165785 (includes stamps & coordinating dies)
Traditional Labels die set 165864 (can be purchased in a bundle* with sentiment stamps)
Pecan Pie cardstock 4" x 4 3/4" for box
    score on 4" side at 1" each end
    score on 4 3/4" at 1 7/8" each end
Pecan Pie cardstock for gingerbread men 5" x 11" will cut all of them.
Basic White cardstock scraps
Garden Green cardstock scraps
Real Red cardstock scraps
Ink Pads: VersaMark, Real Red, Garden Green
Basics Wow! embossing powder (white) 165679
Embossing Additions tool kit 159971
Wink of Stella glitter brush 141897
Garden Green Chevron Ribbon 167212
Real Red & White Baker's Twine 164051

I hope you will make some of these and spread some joy.  I think anyone would love to receive one of these.  To order your Stampin' Up! supplies, click on the shopping cart in the upper right and let's get crafting!

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.

Sunday, November 16, 2025

Snowy Woodland Scenery Winter Wishes

 I’ve really loved working with the Woodland Scenery stamp set this week.  It makes such beautiful cards without a lot of effort, especially when paired with the Lights of Aurora Designer Series Paper which is stunning on its own.  With the northern lights popping in this week in the continental part of the US, it’s especially fitting.  You can see how I’ve created this card and learn how to make one by watching the video tutorial over on my YouTube channel.  You can access it by clicking on this link.



Supplies and measurements:
Woodland Scenery stamp set 166060
More Messages die 165472 (can be purchased in a bundle* with a coordinating sentiment stamp)
Lights of Aurora 6"x6" Designer Series Paper
    4" x 5 1/4"
Basic White cardstock 
    (three pieces for scenery of varying heights approximately 2 1/4", 3" & 2" x 4" wide)
    inside layer 3 5/8" x 4 7/8"
Vellum scrap
Ink Pads: Memento Tuxedo Black, Pool Party, Secret Sea, Early Espresso, Basic Beige, VersaMark
Stampin' Blends markers: Lemon Lolly, Cloud Cover & Pecan Pie
Metallics Wow! Embossing powder (silver) 165678
Embossing Additions tool kit (optional, but very useful) 159971
Wink of Stella glitter brush 141897
blending brush 160518
Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Seal & Mini glue dots for adhesives
sharp scissors for fussy cutting

Thanks so much for looking.  I do appreciate you taking time from your day to spend a little bit with me.  To order your Stampin' Up! supplies, click on the shopping cart in the upper right.  I would love to earn your business.  It allows me to bring you free content.  

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.


Saturday, November 15, 2025

Woodland Scenery ornament gift storage box 2025

 For today, I've created a gift storage box to hold the ornament I posted on Wednesday this week.  You will want to check that out if you haven't already seen it.  I've designed this clamshell box with reinforced sides on the top and bottom so that it won't crush as easily for you to be able to store the ornament, as well as use as gift packaging.  The box is sized to fit a gift card as well.  You can watch the video tutorial for both projects over on my YouTube channel by clicking on this link.





Measurements and supplies:
Woodland Scenery stamp set 166060
Festive Friends for outside sentiment tag 166035
Words For the Season 165716 (or use what you already have on hand for the both sentiments)
Three Banner Punch 167050
Secret Sea two-tone cardstock, 5 5/8" x 9 3/4"
    Score on 5 5/8" side at 1/2" & 1" from each end
    score on 9 3/4" side at 1/2", 1" & 4 5/8" from each end
Basic White cardstock, two pieces    
    (1) 3 1/2" x 3 1/2"
    (1) 3 3/8" x 3 3/8"
    scrap for sentiment tag
Ribbon (I used the retired Silver & White Sheer Ribbon, you use what you have on hand)
Real Red & White Baker's Twine 164051
Ink Pads: Secret Sea, Pool Party, Basic Beige
Wink of Stella Glitter Pen 141897
Blending Brush 160518
Masking paper 155480
small circle punch (I used 3/4") for finger notch to open box

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  If you make one of these boxes and/or the ornaments, please share over on our Facebook stampers group social page.  You will find the page  by clicking this link. 

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Woodland Scenery ornament 2025

I have a really pretty ornament for you today.  It doesn't take a lot of supplies and is fairly easy to make.  It does take a little bit of patience, but I think I've given you some tips and tricks that will make it so much easier for you.  I have a video tutorial over on my YouTube channel.  You can access it by clicking this link. 




Measurements and supplies:
Woodland Scenery stamp set 166060
Spotlight on Nature dies 163580
Lights of Aurora 6"x6" DSP 
    Cut largest of the dot & dash circle 
Secret Sea cardstock 
Basic White cardstock
    two die cut circles approximately 3 1/4" from Spotlight on Nature dies
12" x 12" Vellum scrap for chimney smoke
Large Gold Hoops 166004 (Approx 3 3/8")
Metallic WOW! embossing powder (silver) 165678
Embossing Additions Tool kit (optional but helpful) 159971
Small sharp pointed scissors for fussy cutting
Ink Pads: Secret Sea, Pool Party
Stampin' Blends markers: Cloud Cover, Lemon Lolley (I used the light marker in the combo)
Black & Gold & White Baker's Twine 166005
Mini Glue dots, Stampin' Dimensionals, Tombo Multipurpose Liquid Glue
Wink of Stella Glitter Brush 141897
Blending brush 160518
Masking paper 155480

I do hope you will give these ornaments a try.  Now that I've shown you the basics on how to make them, you can use whatever supplies you have on hand to recreate them for your family and friends!  If you do, I would love to see what you make.  Please share on my Facebook social group.  You will find the private group by clicking this link.  We would love to have you join our little stamping community.

Should you need to purchase Stampin' Up! supplies, I would love it if you would purchase through my online store.  Simply click on the shopping cart in the upper right.  Thanks so much for supporting my small business and allowing me to keep these free tutorials coming your way.

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa


Sunday, November 9, 2025

Season's Greetings banner cocoa & cookie gift card box

 Today is all about a quick and easy banner die box made to fit a cookie, cocoa, gift card and candy cane.  Who wouldn't want to receive one?  I love using the different banner dies to make boxes.  They're all so wonderfully easy to put together and, depending on the decorations you choose, quick!  You can watch the video tutorial over on my YouTube channel by clicking this link.  This one doesn't take a lot of supplies to make.  




Supplies and measurements:
Traditional Labels stamp set 165854 (can be purchased in a bundle* with coordinating label dies)
Label Me Grateful dies 166111 (can be purchased in a bundle* with a coordinating sentiment set)
Party Banner dies 165264 (can be purchased in a bundle* with Party Alphabet dies)
Real Red two-tone cardstock for box base 6" x 7 3/8"
    score on 6" side at 1 3/8" each end
    score on 7 3/8" side at 3" each end
Real Red cardstock (cut two of the 7th largest Party Banner dies)
Pretty in Pink two-tone cardstock scrap
Pool Party cardstock scrap
Traditions of Christmas Designer Series Paper (cut one of the 7th largest Party Banner dies)
Real Red ink pad
sponge dauber 133773
Real Red & White Baker's Twine 164051
Real Red & White adhesive-backed Peppermints 164050

I hope you like this box and will give it a try.  It would make a wonderful gift for a co-worker, teacher, friend or family member.  Let's spread a little joy.  If you prefer, you could also put hot spiced cider packets in the box.  They will fit.

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.

Saturday, November 8, 2025

I'm so grateful sunflower bouquet pop-up card

For my card today, I'm continuing on with some of the newly released Online Exclusives products by Stampin' Up!  Pop-Up Petals bundle is the featured product.  To see how easy it is to make pop-up cards with this bundle, be sure to watch the video tutorial over on my YouTube channel where I show tips and tricks on how to use the dies.  You can watch the video by clicking this link.




Supplies and measurements:
Pop-Up Petals bundle* 168010 (includes stamps & coordinating dies)
Banner Sayings bundle* 167051 (includes stamps & Three Banner punch)
Creative Haven dies 167208 (can be purchased in a bundle with coordinating stamps)
Autumn Toile Designer Series paper 165882
    4" x 5 1/4" & two pieces each 1" square
Vellum 12 x 12" Specialty Paper 167099 (approximately 2" x 3")
Early Espresso & Old Olive linen thread pack 165986
Basic White cardstock for stamping
    inside layer 5" x 8", scored in center at 4"
Early Espresso cardstock for card base 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored in center at 4 1/4"
Ink Pads: Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Pecan Pie
Stampin' Blends markers: Old Olive
Earthy Matte Dots 167213

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Click on the shopping cart to the right.  It will take you to my online store where you can purchase all of your Stampin' Up! supplies.  I appreciate you so much.

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Merry Christmas and happy wishes card

Today is the November Online Exclusives release by Stampin' Up!  I wanted to do a mash up of some holiday mini products and the new release products.  I love how it turned out and I hope you do too.  Some of the new release products work so well with lots of products previously released.  I always like to see what I can come up with mixing them together for unique looks.  You can see how to put this card together by watching the video tutorial over on my YouTube channel by clicking this link.




Supplies and measurements:
Jolly Delivery bundle* 165845 (includes stamps & coordinating dies)
Lasting Linen background stamp 167107
Creative Haven dies 167208 (can be purchased in a bundle with stamps)
Swirled Designs 167030 (can be purchased in a bundle with loosely coordinating dies)
Real Red & White Baker's Twine 164051
Real Red & White Adhesive-backed Peppermints 164050
Ink Pads: Pool Party, Secret Sea, Cherry Cobbler, Memento Tuxedo Black, VersaMark watermark ink
Stampin' Blends markers: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Secret Sea, Lt Gray Granite, Lt Basic Black, Pool Party, & Color Lifter
Blending Brush 160518
Cherry Cobbler cardstock for card base 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored in center at 4 1/4"
Basic White cardstock
    Base Layer 4" x 5 1/4", Inside layer 3 5/8' x 4 7/8"
    Snow drifts 1 1/2" x 4", 3/4" x 4" after tearing top
    Pieces for stamping & die cutting 
Basics Wow! embossing powders 165679 (white)
Embossing Additions Tool kit 159971 (optional but very helpful)
heat tool 129053

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  To shop for these products or any other Stampin' Up! supplies, click on the shopping cart to the right.  I would love to earn your business!  

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.

Sunday, November 2, 2025

Noel Clamshell treat box using the Festive Friends tag

Hello everyone!  I'm so glad you've joined me today for this very cute clamshell treat box featuring Festive Friends by Stampin' Up!  Treat boxes and bags are my favorite projects to create, so as soon as I saw this bundle had a tag large enough to make a box, I knew it had to be done.  It doesn't take a lot of supplies, as I ink blended the background to set the scene for my little elf.  To see how I've put this box together, be sure to watch the video tutorial over on my YouTube channel by clicking this link.




Measurements and supplies: 
Festive Friends bundle* 166039 (includes coordinating stamps and dies)
Magic & Hope stamp set 165950 (for sentiment)
Basic White Thick cardstock 4" x 9"
    score on 4" side at 1" each end
    score on 9" side at 1" and 4" each end
Basic White thick cardstock for die cutting two tags
Basic White cardstock for stamping images & sentiment
Faceted Snowflakes 166077
Traditional Sparkling Sequins 165875
Black & Gold & White Baker's Twine 166005
Gold Striped Mesh ribbon 165599
Ink Pads: Memento Tuxedo Black, Pool Party, Real Red, Pretty Peacock
Stampin' Blends alcohol markers: Shy Shamrock, Lt Flirty Flamingo, Ivory, Lt Lemon Lolly, 
Wink of Stella Glitter Brush 141897

I hope you will give this project a try.  The box really is pretty quick and easy and can be used for any occasion.  To purchase your Stampin' Up! supplies, click on the shopping cart to the right.  I would love to earn your business.

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!
Teresa

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.

Saturday, November 1, 2025

We wish you a merry Christmas Festive Friends wreath card

When I started designing this card, I was looking to go a whole different direction.  But then, as I opened up the Delicate Pines stamp case, I spied the curved bough stamp and this card came to mind.  I'm so glad I changed direction, because it turned out so cute in the end.  Do you ever do that?  Start out in one card in your mind and go a completely different direction?  To see how I've put this card together, you can watch the video tutorial over on my YouTube channel by clicking this link. 




Supplies and measurements: 
Festive Friends bundle* 166039 (includes coordinating stamps and dies)
Delicate Pines bundle* 166074 (includes stamps & coordinating dies)
Magic & Hope stamp set (bow) 165950
Triple Banner Punch 167050 **Sneak Peek item releases to customers on November 4th.
Words for the Season stamp set (for inside sentiment) 165716
2025-2027 In Color 6"x6" paper pack 165300
    4" x 5 1/4"
Cloud Cover cardstock for card base 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored in center at 4 1/4"
Basic White cardstock for focal images 3 3/4" x 5"
    scrap piece about 2" x 3 3/4" for snow
    scrap piece about 1" x 3 3/4" for snow 
Basic White for inside 3 5/8" x 4 7/8"
Basic White for stamping & die cutting
Stamp pads: Secret Sea, Cloud Cover, Pretty Peacock, Pretty in Pink, Real Red
Stampin' Blends markers: Pretty in Pink, Lt Pool Party, Dk Peach Pie, Lt Pumpkin Pie
Blending brush 160518
Wink of Stella Glitter Brush 141897
2 1/2" circle punch (optional) I used to trace for wreath shape
Adhesives I used: Stampin' dimensionals, mini Stampin' dimensionals, mini glue dots, Stampin' Seal

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  You can shop my online store for all your Stampin' Up! supplies by clicking on the shopping cart to the right.  Thanks in advance for supporting my small business.

Until next time; be happy, good health to you and happy stamping!

*Purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.