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Happy Handmade Cards through Rain or Shine

2/8/2023

Are you ready to bring the beauty of a rainy day to your handmade cards? Introducing Playing in the Rain stamp set from Stampin' Up! and Rain or Shine patterned paper – two fantastic supplies that will let you create lovely designs featuring a cozy atmosphere of rain showers. With bright and bold colors, these products are guaranteed to make your cards shine – rain or shine.

You know, when I first saw the Playing in the Rain stamp set and the Rain or Shine Suite in the January-April 2023 Mini Catalog, I wasn't very excited about it. Boy, I'm glad that I got it anyway, because I think it is my favorite stamp set right now! I just can't get over how cute these little critters are. They make me so happy!

And, can we take a minute to talk about this patterned paper? It is gorgeous! One side is the rain and the other is the shine. It's also a specialty paper, so one side of each sheet has embossed areas either the umbrellas, the raindrops, or something else.

I've more info for you below and a video tutorial, so click the Read More button. Ok, on y go! Let's get stamping.

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New Twist on a Fun Fold Card - Double Easel Card with a Ledge

2/7/2023

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Are you looking for something special to give your friends and family? Why not craft a unique and elegant Double Easel With A Ledge Fun Fold Card that will make your thoughtful gift even more special? With a few simple materials, like stamps, ink, and patterned paper, you can easily make handmade cards that will delight the lucky recipient. Check out our selection of sample card designs for inspiration and get crafting today!

Here is a new twist on a double easel fun fold card design! I've added an extra flap in the front of this fun fold card that holds the front flap. You can even add design elements to this flap to create a 3D look to your card when it is standing up.

I shared how to make this card during this week's Stamp with Me Tuesday live event. If you missed it, click "Read More" below to see the replay.

Want the Quick Reference Guide with all the measurements for this fun fold card? You can get it in a bundle with all of my other Stamp with Me Tuesday guides from January-March 2023.

If you missed any of the Quick Reference Guides that I shared in 2022 for fun folds, rubber stamping techniques, and card sketches, you can get them all as a bundle in my tutorial store.

I have more samples of this card to share! So, on y go! Let's get stamping.

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Share a Milkshake and a Handmade Card with your Valentine

2/2/2023

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Are you looking for a unique way to show your Valentine how much you care this year? Check out the Share a Milkshake stamp set from Stampin' Up! This stamp set is perfect for showing your loved ones just how much they mean to you. With its playful mix of images, it's sure to make the perfect card for your special someone. See the video tutorial now to find out how to make your own handmade Valentine's Day card!

Nothing says love like the nostalgia of the soda fountain and a milkshake to share. Recreate that moment on your handmade Valentine's Day cards with the Share a Milkshake stamp set from Stampin' Up!® But these fun ice cream images aren't just for Valentines, they're perfect for handmade birthday cards too!

I made this root beer float card for my YouTube live this week. If you missed it, click "Read More" below to find the replay. You'll also find more photos of the sample cards and the supply list for these fun Valentines.

So, on y go! Let's get stamping.

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