You Make Life Better - Pop-Up Petals

Hi friends! Today I’m sharing another project from this week’s Weekly Card Class using the Pop-Up Petals Bundle, and this one has a really fun surprise inside. At first glance, it looks like a sweet, simple card… but when you open it up, the little pop-out box filled with flowers appears in the center. Are you kidding me?! It’s such a fun detail and makes the card feel extra special.

I started with a Crumb Cake card base, and before decorating the front I used the largest pop-out die from the Pop-Up Petals dies to create the pop-out mechanism right in the center of the card. This die makes the interactive element so easy, and it’s always a fun little surprise when someone opens the card.

To decorate the inside pop-out box, I used the filler image from the sunflower center and stamped it repeatedly to create that cute polka-dot texture on the little box. It adds just enough detail without overwhelming the flowers popping out of it.

For the vase image on the front, I stamped it with Secret Sea ink and stamped off first to create a softer look. The flowers and leaves were stamped with Early Espresso ink, which gives everything a nice crisp outline.

Then came the fun part—coloring the flowers! I used Calypso Coral, Petal Pink, and Lemon Lolly ink to bring the blooms to life, and colored the leaves with Old Olive ink. The mix of colors gives the arrangement a soft, cheerful look that pairs perfectly with the designer paper.

Speaking of that paper… I used a 3" x 5 1/4" piece of Brush With Beauty Designer Series Paper to cover the spine of the card base. I love how that brush-stroke pattern adds a bold splash of color and texture to the design.

For the main focal panel, I layered Calypso Coral cardstock with Basic White cardstock, then stamped the sentiment in Early Espresso ink at the bottom of the panel. The vase and flower image were added with Stampin’ Dimensionals for a little dimension.

Before attaching the panel to the card front, I wrapped linen thread around the piece and tied a bow. It’s a small detail, but it adds that soft, handmade touch that I always love.

Once everything was in place, I popped the entire panel up on the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals and finished the card with a sprinkle of embellishments for just a little sparkle.

And of course, the real star of the show is when you open the card and see that little pop-out box of flowers in the center. Stop it… It’s so cute!

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If you’d like to make this card along with the rest of this week’s projects, you can receive the class kit for free with a $50 purchase from my online store.

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And if you already have the products and just want the prepared kit, you can purchase the card kit for $30.

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I’ll be sharing more projects from this week’s class soon, and they’re all so fun using the Pop-Up Petals Bundle.

Happy Stamping,

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TUESDAY CARD CLASS | POP-UP PETALS

 Hi friends!

This sweet little sunflower card is Project #1 from this week’s Weekly Card Class, and I have to tell you… I’m kind of in love with how it turned out. Sometimes a card just comes together in that simple, happy way—and this one definitely did.

When I was planning the projects for this week's class using the Pop-Up Petals Bundle, I was browsing the samples on my website, and one caught my eye right away. The layout was just so good! I decided to use it as my starting point and then change a few things to make it my own. That’s one of my favorite things about crafting—you can take an idea that inspires you and give it your own little twist.

I started with a Crumb Cake card base, which gives the card such a warm, natural feel. Then I layered on a piece of Country Woods Designer Series Paper. That woodgrain texture is amazing and works perfectly with the sunflower theme.

For the focal layers, I used the Perennial Postage Dies to cut two panels—one from Crumb Cake cardstock and one from Basic White. The Crumb Cake panel was embossed with the Everyday Plaid Embossing Folder, and oh my goodness… that texture behind the focal panel is so good. It adds interest without taking attention away from the flowers.

The sunflowers are stamped with Basic Gray ink and colored using a mix of Lemon Lolly and Crumb Cake ink, along with Daffodil Delight, Pecan Pie, and Old Olive Stampin’ Blends. I love the warmth those colors give the flowers. The vase is stamped with Lost Lagoon, which adds the perfect soft pop of color.

And can we talk about those little butterflies for a second? Stop it. They’re so cute! I colored them with Petal Pink, Lemon Lolly, and Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Blends and scattered them around the flowers to make the whole scene feel light and happy.

Once everything was finished, I popped up the Basic White panel with Stampin’ Dimensionals to give the card a little depth and added a simple linen thread bow around the vase. The sentiment—“Thanks for being there”—is stamped in Basic Gray, keeping the whole design soft and cohesive.

Of course, I didn’t forget the inside! I added a layer of Basic White cardstock and stamped a small sunflower in the lower right corner. It’s colored with Lemon Lolly and Crumb Cake ink along with Lemon Lolly and Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends for a sweet little finishing touch. Supplies for this card can be found here!

🌟FREE CARD CLASS KIT!

If you’d like to make this card along with the rest of this week’s projects, you can receive the class kit for free with a $50 purchase from my online store.

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And if you already have the products and just want the prepared kit, you can purchase the card kit for $30.

Click here to reserve your card kit!

I’ll be sharing the rest of the projects from this week’s class soon, and they are so beautiful using the Pop-Up Petals Bundle. I can’t wait to show you the rest!

Happy Stamping,

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Painted Illusions Fun-Fold

 Hi friend!

Today I am sharing the second card we created during Thursday’s live class. I think this is the easiest fun fold ever!

If you couldn’t join me live, you can always watch the replay here!

This card features February’s Product of the Month, Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper. The color combination in this paper is so pretty, and the designs are perfect for any occasion.

For this card, I started with a Pretty Peacock card base and layered a piece of the Painted Illusions DSP inside and onto the right flap.

 I cut two pieces of Pretty Peacock cardstock to use as mats for the Basic White cardstock on the inside and outside of the card.

I used the January Product of the Month, Fabulous Sayings, to stamp the sentiment in Pretty Peacock ink. Then I popped the sentiment panel to the card front layer with Stampin' Dimensionals. This card is so easy to duplicate. I hope you give it a try.

Measurements & Details:

Pretty Peacock card base: 4-1/4" " x 8-1/4"", scored at 2-3/4"

Pretty Peacok (mat pieces): (2) 2-3/4" x 4-1/4"

Painted Illusions DSP: 4” x 5-1/4” & 2-1/2" x 4"

Basic White cardstock: (2) 2-1/2" x 4"

If you’d like to recreate this card, the Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper can be added to any $75 order for just $5. 

I’ll also send you the Product of the Month Creative Inspiration PDF Tutorial free with any $75 order. It includes 12 projects created by six talented Stampin’ Up! demonstrators, all featuring this month’s product.  

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February Product of the Month: Painted Illusions 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper

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Painted Illusions and Rainbows

Hi friends! 

Today I’m sharing one of the cards we created during this Thursday’s live card class. It was such a fun project to make together.  If you couldn’t join me live, you can always watch the replay here!

This card features February’s Product of the Month, Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper. Oooh my goodness... the colors and patterns in this paper are so beautiful. They work for so many different occasions, and I love how bold and artistic they feel.

For this card, I started with a Pretty Peacock card base and layered a piece of the Painted Illusions DSP right on the front. That paper really does most of the work for you.

Next, I took a piece of Basic White cardstock and used the Sunshine Vibes Dies to create the rainbow cut-out. I absolutely love how the colors from the DSP peek through the rainbow opening. It’s such a simple detail, but it makes the whole card feel special.

For the sentiment, I used January’s Product of the Month, Fabulous Sayings, and stamped it in Secret Sea ink just below the rainbow. A few Stampin’ Dimensionals gave the panel a little lift and finished it off perfectly.

This card reminds me of God’s promise in the rainbow, and every time I see it, I think of Philippians 4:13 — “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” There’s something so encouraging about combining creativity and faith. It’s just a sweet reminder that we’re never creating (or living) alone.

Measurements & Details:

Pretty Peacock card base: 8-1/2" x 5-1/2", scored at 4-1/4"

Painted Illusions DSP: 4” x 5-1/4”

Basic White cardstock (die-cut rainbow):3-3/4” x 5”

Basic White cardstock (inside layer):3-3/4” x 5”

If you’d like to recreate this card, the Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper can be added to any $75 order for just $5. And today is the last day for FREE Shipping, which makes it an even better time to grab your favorites.

I’ll also send you the Product of the Month Creative Inspiration PDF Tutorial free with any $75 order. It includes 12 projects created by six talented Stampin’ Up! demonstrators, all featuring this month’s product.  

Shop my Online Store Here.

February Product of the Month: Painted Illusions 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper

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Easter Basket Pocket Card

Hi friends! Today I'm sharing another adorable card using the Easter Basket Bundle! I am so in love with the images in this bundle are so sweet and can be used for any springtime project. 

You can watch the replay of the live class where I show you how to create this card. 

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I used the Easter Basket Bundle and Mixed Up Patterns Designer Paper to create this sweet pocket card. I shaded the bunny with smoky slate blends and colored his ears and cheeks with Pretty in Pink Blends. I used the Color Lifter Blend to blend all the colors into the cardstock, giving it a smooth finish. 

I used Balmy Blue, Bubble Bath, Old Olive, and Daffodil Delight Blends to color the flowers and little chickie. I layered all of them onto a Vellum circlewith Stampin' Dimensionals. 

You can find all the supplies for this week's cards HERE!

Weekly Class Kit to go! 

Place a $50 order (before rewards, tax & shipping) in my online store, and I’ll send you this week’s class kit FREE as my way of thanking you for supporting my small business.

Each kit will include supplies to create four cards (1 ea. of 4 designs) 

and a PDF Project Sheet.

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Easy & Quick Easter Basket Card

Hi friends! This week I'm showing some love to the Easter Basket Bundle. I love this bundle and the sweet little bunnies OMGEE!

You can watch the replay video of this week’s Tuesday at 10 live card class, where we created this card.  Just click the link at the bottom of this post to watch!

For this card, I started with a Thick Basic White Card base and added a layer of the Mixed Up Designer Series Paper. I think this is my new favorite stand-alone paper pack. 

I used a Blending Brush and Balmy Blue ink to add a little shadow effect in the middle of the die-cut Stylish Shapes Square and popped it up onto the card front with Stampin' Dimensionals. 

I stamped the "Hello Spring" sentiment onto a die-cut Stylish Shapes Banner in Memento Black ink and layered it over the die-cut square.

I stamped the sweet Bunny in Memento Black ink and added a little shading over his body with Smoky Slate Blends and blended the lines with a Color Lifter. I die cut the bunny with the Easter Basket dies, added some dimensionals, and placed him on the card front, just to the left of the die-cut square. 

 Isn't this card just so adorable? This set doesn't just have to be for Spring or Easter. You simply change the sentiment, and it could be for any occasion. 

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Tuesday at 10  Weekly Card Class Replay!

Weekly Class Kit to go! 

Place a $50 order (before rewards, tax & shipping) in my online store, and I’ll send you this week’s class kit FREE as my way of thanking you for supporting my small business.

Each kit will include supplies to create four cards (1 ea. of 4 designs) 

and a PDF Project Sheet.

Click here to shop this week’s supplies!

👉🏻Reserve Your Box Here - Now through Feb. 19, 2026

Register Here - Spots are filling up fast!

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Cute as a Bug Mega Class

Hi friends!

I am so excited to share something really fun with you. I’ve teamed up with my sweet friend Lisa Hardin from The Stamping Zoo to bring you a brand-new creative event — the Cute as a Bug Mega Class!

We’re featuring the Cute as a Bug Suite from Stampin’ Up!, and let me just say… this suite is absolutely adorable. The bright colors, the playful patterns, and those sweet little bugs make it so much fun to create with.

👉🏻Click Here to Register!

For this Mega Class, we’ve designed exclusive projects that really show off the versatility of the suite. You’ll see creative layouts, fun layering ideas, and sweet sentiments like “love you lots” used in fresh ways.

The sample cards I’ve been sharing on social media are just a peek at what you can do with the Cute as a Bug Suite — but the projects in this Mega Class are brand new designs created especially for this event.

This class is perfect if you:

• Love cute and cheerful card designs
• Want structured, step-by-step projects
• Enjoy seeing multiple ways to use one coordinating suite
• Like learning alongside other creative friends

Whether you’re joining us live or watching the replay and creating your own projects with your supplies, you’ll walk away with finished cards and tons of inspiration.

We are excited about this collaboration, and I believe you will love these projects.

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Lots of Love | Valentine Kisses | Weekly Card Class

Hi Friends! Today I’m sharing the sweetest card created with the Valentime Kisses Bundle from Stampin’ Up! If you missed the Live Card Class where we made this sweet card, you can watch the replay anytime here on my YouTube Weekly Card Class Playlist.

For this card, I started with a Real Red cardstock base and added a layer of Basic White cardstock, embossed with the new Hearts of Love 3D embossing folder.  

I cut three strips of the Endless Love designer paper and layered them over the embossed layer. I used a Periennial Postage Die to cut a Vellum rectangle and add it to the top. 

I stamped and colored the sweet bear and flowers with Memento ink in Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, and Real Red blends.  Aren't they just the cutest? I added them to the card front with Stampin' Dimensionals.

I stamped the sentiment onto a piece of scrap Basic White cardstock, added a bow to the back, and popped it up under the bear with Stampin' Dimensionals.

 Measurements & Details:

Real Red card base: 4-1/4" x 11", scored at 5-1/2"

Basic White cardstock (embossed layer): 4” x 5-1/4”

Basic White cardstock (sentiment):1/2" x 3"

Patterned Paper: (3 strips) 1" x 4"

Vellumn: 2" x 2-3/4"

Supplies Used Include: Endless Love Bundle, Thick & Basic White Cardstock, Velum, Hearts of Love 3D Embossing Folder, linen thread, Perinnial Postage Dies, Memento Black Ink, Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight & Real Red blends.

Registration is now open for the Cute as a Bug Mega Class.

REGISTER HERE!

January Product of the Month:

We have a new Product of the Month for January: a stamp set called Fabulous Sayings. You can add it to your order for only $5 when you spend $75 or more. 

See it here.

Bonus Days are Here: Jan. 6 - Feb. 2, 2026

Bonus Days have begun! For every $50 you spend, you will receive a $5 coupon to use Feb. 3- 28. These coupons are “stackable,” which means you can use ALL of them on one purchase in February! Make sure to check the email that comes after your order for your coupon codes. Make sure to save that email!

Happy Stamping,

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