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Friday, June 19, 2026

Double Feature Friday- Birthday Cards

 


Double Feature Friday with Birthday Cards! 
Today is my Dad's Birthday! He would have been 69, but passed early this month. 
Sending him cards was one of my favorite things! 


This was my Dad from a couple of years ago...look at that smile! 
Make cards, but more importantly, don't forget to send them. It is like sending a smile! 

Below are two fabulous cards from the Stamp & Share Crew! 
These cards would be sure to make anyone smile! 




Relaxing Waterside

All images © 1990-2026 Stampin’ Up!®

 

Supplies:

 

·       Stamp Sets: Relaxing Waterside Bundle (167928)

·       Cardstock and Paper: Peaceful Pine CS (167691); Basic White CS (166780); Waterside Retreat DSP (167920)

·       Stamp Pads: Peaceful Pine Ink (167679); Basic Beige Ink (163806)

·       Tools: Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653); 1-3/4” Circle Punch (119850); Nested Essentials dies (161597); Linen Thread (104199); Natural Matte Dots (167510)

·       Miscellaneous: Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Stampin’ Seal Adhesive (152813)

 

Measurements:

 

·       Peaceful Pine Card Stock : 8 1/2” x 5 1/2”, 2” x 3” scrap

·       Basic White Card Stock: 4-1/2” x 3-1/2”; 3-1/2” x 5”; 2” scrap (circle punch)

·       DSP: 4” x 5-1/4”, 3-1/4” x 4-1/4” (focal image)

·       Linen Thread: 14”

 

Instructions:

 

1.     Score Peaceful Pine CS at 4-1/4”. Fold in half and burnish with bone folder.

2.     Adhere DSP of choice to Peaceful Pine CS.

3.     Diecut Peaceful Pine scrap using banner die from Nested Essentials.

4.     Adhere focal point DSP to Basic White CS mat.

5.     Cut banner in half and adhere 1/2 to each end of the Basic White CS mat. (This gives the appearance that the banner is longer.)

6.     Adhere banner/mat to card base using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

7.     Stamp seagrass image using Basic Beige ink on Basic White scrap. Stamp sentiment using Peaceful Pine ink over seagrass image. Punch out with 1-3/4” circle punch.

8.     Tie Linen Thread bow and adhere to circle.

9.     Adhere circle/bow to card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

10. Embellish as desired with Natural Matte Dots.

11. Adhere 3-1/2” x 5” Basic White cardstock to inside of card in order to write message.

 


Birthday Song

All images © 1990-2026 Stampin’ Up!®

 

Supplies:

·       Stamp Sets: Birthday Song (168251)

·       Cardstock and Paper: Crisp Cantaloupe (167693); Basic White (166780); Crisp Cantaloupe Two-Tone (167699); Shimmering Stripes Specialty Designer Series Paper (DSP) (168197)

·       Stamp Pads: Basic Black Hybrid (166648); Crisp Cantaloupe (167680)

·       Miscellaneous: Swirls of Magic Embossing Folder (EF) (168179); 2026-2028 In Color Dots (167546); Barely Blush Stampin’ Blends (167667); Flirty Flamingo Stampin’ Blends (154884); Crisp Cantaloupe Stampin’ Blends (167669); Blending Brushes (153611); Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Stampin’ Seal Adhesive (152813); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755)

 

Measurements:

·       Crisp Cantaloupe CS: 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”, scored at 4 1/4"

·       Basic White CS: 3 3/4” x 5”; 3 1/2” x 3 1/2"; 1/2” x 3 1/2”

·       Crisp Cantaloupe Two-Tone: 3 1/2” x 4 3/4"; 4” x 5 1/4" (inside layer)

·       Shimmering Stripes DSP: 2" x 5”

 

Instructions:

1.     Fold Crisp Cantaloupe Card Stock (CS) on score line to form base.

2.     Emboss Crisp Cantaloupe Two-Tone Card Stock (CS) with Swirls of Magic EF.  Adhere to Basic White CS then adhere to card front.

3.     Adhere Shimmering Stripes DSP across card front as shown.

4.     Stamp “clap” image on DSP with Black Hybrid ink in middle as shown.

5.     Stamp flamingos on Basic White CS with Black Hybrid ink. Color with Flirty Flamingo (body, wings), Crisp Cantaloupe (legs, feet) and Barely Blush (beaks) Stampin’ Blends.  Fussy cut out and add to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

6.     Stamp sentiment on Basic White CS with Black Hybrid ink.  Banner the right side then stamp “Hey” on remaining piece and reverse banner cut the left side.  Add both to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

7.     Add 2026-2028 In Color Dots to card front.


Happy Stampin' Everyone!!!





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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

New at SU Blog Hop- Two Tone Summer Memories

 


Welcome to the NEW AT SU! Blog hop! We are a group of Stampin’ Up! Independent Demonstrators from around the world who are full of creative paper crafting ideas to share with you and help get you crafting! This month we are sharing Two Tone Cardstock creations that help make quick and fun Summer projects!


I'm featuring the Made with Sweetness Scrapbooking Workshop Kit, but you could use ANY of the Scrapbook Kits and create a similar experience. 
Almost every Scrapbooking Workshop Kit comes with Two Tone Cardstock and that is one of the reasons I instantly thought of it. I am currently in Colorado, spending time with family after the passing of my father, and did not bring any of my Stampin' UP! supplies. So, I didn't want to order anything that I already have at home that isn't a consumable (like my Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, etc.) 

Stampin' UP! kits for the SUMMER win! 
They are quick and easy because they come with well written directions. No "thinking" needed. For me designing takes up like 80% of my stamping time. 
Summer is also fresh fruit season, which makes this set perfect! 

*This kit is a Last Chance item and is discounted right now and only while supplies last. 
**This is my first time using a Scrapbooking Workshop Kit (think beginner level) and had a great first time experience!



This kit comes with 6 different layouts, but here is just 2 of their designs. I stayed pretty true to the kit design, but will share with you some of my small changes. 
*Photos of are my Dad, who just passed, with my oldest son over the years. 


Page 1

First, can you see the Two Tone cardstock in this photo above? 
Light side of the Misty Moonlight is the page base, and the mattes are in the darker side. 
The die cut circles were precut (nice) and are just a shade lighter then both sides of the Two Tone.
The circles were supposed to be embossed (I have the embossing folder at home) but I changed it up. 



I can pull out my circles and emboss later or I might use them to journal on. 




When creating slide out pockets, just make sure you create a gap for the adhesive. I used a pencil (a pencil is your best friend in the scrapbooking world) and lightly traced the circle, so I would know where not to place glue. 

Page 2


Here is the second layout without pictures. Again it uses the lighter side of the Misty Moonlight for the page base. 


The darker side of the Two Tone cardstock really make the photos stand out. 


This layout taught me how to create a pull out for the hugging pictures. Top hug was his last hug to his grandpa and the bottom one was a hug from almost 10 years ago. 
I am so grateful for this AMAZING kit to help me "preserve" these memories to last for years to come. 


The Scrapbooking Workshop Kits is just one of fun ways to use Stampin' UP!'s Two Tone Cardstock! 
See even more ideas as you hop from one blog to the next...

 




I am happy to answer any questions about the techniques shown here! Please contact your Stampin’ Up! demonstrator to make a product purchase. If you do not have a demonstrator, you can use the links below to order products from me or join my team.

Here are all of the currently Scrapbooking Workshop Kits you can find at my online store.
 *While supplies last.

Product List



Paper Pumpkin

Paper Pumpkin Kits are just $29 in the US and include everything but scissors. 
July's Kit, Hooray for Birthdays, is all about the FUN FOLDS! You can pick 1 month, 3 month, 6 month or 12 months. Use the image below to pick your personal Paper Pumpkin Subscription. 

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Stampin' UP! Craft Classes


Join a Craft Class with Stampin' UP! for just $35 to get the full tutorial and video. 
Supplies you order as an add on. 

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Coming in July...



TNT Summer Retreat-In-A-Box: Techniques & Templates
Ready to take your card making to the next level this summer?
Join me for a creative escape with this all-in-one retreat experience—right from the comfort of your home!
In this class, you’ll create 6 beautiful cards, each designed to teach you a different technique while building your confidence and skills.
✨ You’ll learn:
  • Masking for layered designs
  • Brayer techniques for smooth color blending
  • Using the Impressions Mat for added texture
  • Water Painter techniques for soft, artistic coloring
  • Two-Tone Cardstock techniques for dimension
  • Chalk techniques for subtle shading and highlights
 PLUS! You’ll receive 6 exclusive card sketch templates
Use them again and again to create dozens of future designs with your own supplies!
💡 Whether you’re looking to learn new techniques or just want a fun creative retreat, this class gives you both skills AND inspiration. 
                                                            For USA Friends Only 
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Happy Stampin' Everyone!!!









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Double Feature Friday- Birthday Cards

  Double Feature Friday with Birthday Cards!  Today is my Dad's Birthday! He would have been 69, but passed early this month.  Sending h...