Stampin Up Craft A Long

Hi everyone, 

Last week, Stampin Up had a Craft A Long where a number of demonstrators and hobbyists created the same cards using different designer series paper but the same measurements.   We tried new techniques, some I liked, some I didn’t.  That’s okay though. 

On page 42 in the new Mini Catalogue, as pictured above, we chose a 12” x 12” sheet of designer series paper.  We were given measurements on Zoom.  We followed along and created the same cards using the sheets that we chose.  I chose ‘Trimming the Town’ Designer Series Paper. 

So below are the cards that I made.  I actually liked this process.  It enable me to chose a sheet that I had no idea what to do with it.  I have a number of 12” x 12” available where I will do this again. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Mixed Floral Suite

Hi everyone, 

These tulips are so lovely.  

This card was created using Mixed Florals Suite which can be found at stampinup.com.au in the Online Store.  If you look closely you can see a hint of designer paper as a layer on the card.  Mixed Media Florals Designer Series Paper is part of the suite.  They can all be purchased together at a discount or separately. 

The corner sentiment is found in Spring Corner Stamp set.  This can be purchased as a bundle, which includes the matching dies or it can be purchased separately. This is also found in the Online Store. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Card Sketch

Hi everyone, 

Here is another cards sketch. 

When creating this card I used the Season of Green and Gold Designer Series Paper which can be found in the Online Store at stampinup.com.au  I also used Spotlight of Nature Dies which is part of the Spotlight on Nature Bundle.  This can be found in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® on page 69.  

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Card sketch

Hi everyone, 

February is nearly over,  Stampin Up has Sale-a-bration going until the end of the month. You can get free items once your sales are more than $100 AUD.  Or if you are interested in joining, you can get more for your money.  

This card was created using a Designer Series Paper that is free for the next two months, if you purchase more that $100 of Stampin Up.  I used Flower of Beauty Dies which can be found in the  Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® on page 54. 

Also within the first few pages of our current catalogues you will find Card Sketches.  This card was made, using a card sketch to begin with. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Card sketches

 Hi everyone,

Time is running out.  During February Stampin Up continues their Sale-a-bration.  You can get free items once your sales are more than $100 AUD.  Or if you are interested in joining, you can get more for your money.  

This card was created using a Designer Series Paper that is free for the rwt of the month.  Spotlight with Nature Stamp and Dies are found in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® on page 69.  

Also within the first few pages of our current catalogues you will find Card Sketches.  This card was made, using a card sketch for inspiration.

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Card Sketch

 Hi everyone, 

Here is another card sketch.  This card sketch is on page 12 in January - April Mini Catalogue ©2025 Stampin‘ Up!®. 

I started playing with this sketch and kept playing and playing.   Sketches are a really good place to start. 

The designer series paper that I have used whilst playing with these cards, is free when you spent more than $100.  

   

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Colour Creations Week 39 Old Olive

 Hi everyone,

This week’s colour for Colour Creations is Old Olive.  This is an old favourite and has been around since  i started nearly 8 years ago.  I would say that Old Olive is a mid green and always a favourite for stems and leaves 

I tried to create something different.  I have several new stamps that I have not used.   I am slowly working through them. 

Today, I used Darling Dino’s Stamp Set and Dies.  It is a cute set that will be loved by little boys and girls.  It can be found in the January to April  Catalogue ©2025  Stampin‘ Up!® commencing on page 51. 

In my first card I created the background of a desert and blue sky.  Each dinosaur has been coloured in with olive green Blenders somewhere..  

This second card I used a retired designer series paper for the background and placed the dinosaurs in a forest. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Card Sketch

Hi everyone, 

Yes, Christmas cards are still being made here.  

This card is inspired by one of the card sketches that you find in the first few pages of each current catalogue. I used Season of Green and Gold Designer series Paper. This particular piece is so beautiful that it speaks for itself. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Card Sketch

Hi everyone,

Here is another card sketch.  These can be found in the first few pages of the current brochures. 

I used Mixed Media Florals Designer Series Paper which can be found in the On Line Store.  I also used Eyelet 3D Embossing folder for this top card which can found in the brochure on page 129.  I also used Wanted To Say Dies.  These can be found in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® on page 85. 

On the horizontal card I changed the colours a little bit and a different embossing folder which is retired. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Colour Creation Week 36 Mossy Meadow

Hi everyone, 

Colour Creations Blog Hop will not continue this year as our host takes a break. 

However I have enjoyed working outside the square and using different colours.  So I might continue with the sequence of colours. 

This week was going to be Mossy Meadows, a dark green.

As you can see I am a little organised and make this card.  I used Take to The Sky Suite which cn be found in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® commencing on page 37. The oval was cut using a retired punch. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you like this blog, and like learning a little about our family traditions or our lives while I inform you about the makings of the cards or quilts that I make, can you indicate by following me, (on the right hand side). 

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Card Sketch

Hi everyone, 

Here is another card sketch.  This card sketch is on page 12 in January - April Mini Catalogue ©2025 Stampin‘ Up!®. 

I started playing with this sketch and kept playing and playing.   Sketches are a really good place to start.    

The designer series paper that I have used whilst playing with these cards, is free when you spent more than $100.  

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Coffee With Friends

Hi everyone, 

Today’s card is another card using Bloom Impressions Designer Series Paper from the current Sale-a-bration Catalogue.  When you purchase more than $100AUD, you can choose a free item.  Hey, it is always good to get something free, isn’t it.

I created this using Coffee with Friends Stamp Set which can be found in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® on page 93.  I also coloured it in with Blends. 

A nice cheery card.

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Flowers of Beauty

Hi everyone, 

Here is another Card Sketch.  These can be found in the first few pages of our current catalogues.  They can be helpful if you are tired with the resources that you use for inspiration. 

I created this card using a free Designer series Paper called Bloom Impressions.  You can receive this free if you spend more that $ 100 AUD.  

I also used Flowers of Beauty Dies from the Unbounded Beauty Suite which can be found in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® commencing on page 52.  The oval was cut put using a retired dies. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Spotlight with Nature

Hi everyone, 

During January and February Stampin Up has Sale-a-bration.  You can get free items once your sales are more than $100 AUD.  Or if you are interested in joining, you can get more for your money.  

This card was created using a Designer Series Paper that is free for the next two months, if you purchase more that $100 of Stampin Up.  Spotlight with Nature Stamp and Dies are found in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® on page 69.  

Also within the first few pages of our current catalogues you will find Card Sketches.  This card was made, using a card sketch to begin with. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Seaso of Green and Gold Suite

 Hi everyone, 

Christmas is over for another year.  

Each Christmas I have a container of cards that I make during the year.  Usually after I have posted my cards out I get inspired to make more.   I find the stress is no longer there.  I have more time and it prolongs Christmas.  You see I love Christmas.  I love giving and seeing the joy of people receiving their gifts.  I love it when the family are together. 

Seasons of Green and Gold Suite is a lovely collection.  I must admit that I love the gold included with this designer series paper.  This suite can be found at stampinuo.com.au in the Online Store. 

On page 22 in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® you will find  some card templates that can give your a little inspiration.  Sometime when you have a creative block, these templates that help. This card below, is a card that came from one of the sketchers. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Mixed Florals Suite

Hi everyone. 

A new brochure and Online Exclusives will be released next week.  It is always exciting as we wait for the new releases.  As a Demonstrator, there is a period prior to these releases where we can purchase them and play with them before they are available to the public. 

Below are 2 cards made with Mixed Florals Suite which can be found at stampinup.com.au in the Online Store.  This suite is available from 7/1/2025.

The suite has a lovely spray of flowers which can be teamed with the Mixed Media Florals, which is part of the suite.  

I stamped the spray of flowers on Basic White and coloured them in using Stampin Blends.  I found that the white background was a bit stark against the rest, so I colours it in with Misty Moonlight.  It makes a big difference.  The same applies to the card below. I used Soft Sea Foam.  I hope the lucky recipient loved her special card. 

 Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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More Than Autumn

 Hi everyone, 

This set is called More than Autumn Stamp Set and Dies.  It can be found September - December Mini Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® on page 49.  I used Basic White card stock, Peach Pie current In colour Designer Series Paper and Stampin Blends. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Country Flowers

 Hi everyone, 

Country Flowers Stamp Set and Dies is such a versatile stamp set.  I seem to used it and use it and use it again. 

I created this card using Country flowers Stamp Set and Dies, Blends, Country Woods Designer Series Paper which is also found on page 51. All of these things make a lovely little card.  

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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Spotlight With Nature

Hi everyone, 

Spotlight of Nature has a simple but lovely spray of flowers. I just love the simplicity of this spray of flowers. 

Spotlight on Nature Stamp Set can be found in the Annual Catalogue ©2024 Stampin‘ Up!® on page 69.   This stamp set can also be bought with Spotlight on Nature Dies, which consists of 12 circles with different border cutouts as found on page 69. 

Full of Life Designer Series Paper is a bright series of paper which adds a dimension to this card.  This can be found on page 43. 

Have you used Stampin Up products before. One of the reasons that I became a demonstrator/hobbyist was because I love the colour combos.  Stampin Up provides cardstock, ribbon, stamp pad, and matching designer series paper and sometimes matching glitz to enhance the cards.  If you are a bit pedantic with colour combinations Stampin Up is your friend. They certainly have my vote.  

The current Annual Catalogue is available on this blog. 

If you live in Australia and you would like to place an order over $250-00 (before shipping) you will 

receive 10% in Stampin Up Rewards.  Or if you would like to place a smaller order please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

If you would like the current brochure, please email me on leanne1982@netspace.net.au.

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