One of the questions I get asked all the time is: โWhich Stampinโ Blends colours am I missing?โ
So Iโve updated my latest Blends Colour Chart to include all the NEW In Colors โ making it even easier to keep track of your collection at a glance.
This handy chart helps you: โจ see which Blends you already own โจ identify the colours youโre missing โจ plan your next order more easily โจ keep a quick reference in your craft room
I know how hard it can be to remember which combinations you already have, especially with all the beautiful new colours being released. Having a printed colour chart nearby makes creating so much easier!
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On Live with Michele, I created this fun fold card using theCute as a Bug Suite Collection. Itโs currently available in the Mini Catalogueโbut only for a few more days!
I went down a bit of a rabbit hole trying to find the official name for this foldโฆ and came up empty. So I first called it a Crossover Shutter Card, then later thought maybe Twisted Shutter Card suited it better. Honestly, whatever you call it, itโs a fantastic fold! It looks quite intricate, but itโs actually really simple to put together.
I absolutely love these mushroomsโtheyโre so easy to cut and colour. To add a little extra detail, I used the new White Gel Pens, which are perfect for highlighting and adding texture. These will be available soon with the release of the MayโAugust Catalogue.
And did you notice those cute scalloped circles behind the mushrooms? Thatโs another little sneak peek of whatโs coming soonโฆ ๐
Watch the YouTube videos linked below and grab your FREE tutorial. If you enjoy it, you can support me by clicking the Buy Me a Coffee button at the end of the post โ
Thank you for stopping by and reading my Blog. I hope you have enjoyed my projects & that you’re inspired to get crafty! ย
If you’re in Australia and need help with your crafting needs and don’t have a Demonstrator, I’d love to assist you. Feel free to reach out to me at 0408868771 or michele@jutrisa.com. Cheers!
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Stampin’ Up! products used in today’s Project
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Welcome to my blog! Today Iโm excited to be taking part in the Product of the Month Blog Hop.
Iโm joining some truly talented Stampinโ Up!ยฎ Demonstrators from around the world. Weโre so happy you could join us and hope youโll find plenty of inspiration to create something of your own.
If you love discovering exclusive Stampinโ Up! products, then Product of the Month is for you. Each month features a brand-new, limited-release item that isnโt found in any catalogue or Online Exclusives. They really are something special and a lot of fun to create with.
Each product is available once per account and while stocks last, so itโs very much a โget it while you canโ release.
I hope you enjoy seeing how Iโve used this monthโs product and that it inspires you to try something new in your own crafting.
Eyelet Blooms Dies & Bloom Boutique
The Eyelet Blooms Dies create such a beautiful background for any floral card or project.
This card also gives you a sneak peek at the NEW 2026โ2028 In Colors, along with a look at one of the suites from the MayโAugust 2026 Catalogue โ the Bloom Boutique Suite Collection. This suite includes two bundles, and Iโve used both on this card.
To create the background, I started with a piece of Basic White cardstock and used a brayer to blend an ombrรฉ effect using Barely Blush Ink from the NEW 2026โ2028 In Colors. I then ran the cardstock through the Cut & Emboss Machine using the Eyelet Blooms Dies. To add texture and dimension, I gently lifted some of the petals.
The Boutique Blooms Bundle features stunning two-step stamp images, which I used to stamp and colour the flowers in Crisp Cantaloupe, Golden Glow, and Hydrangea Hue before die cutting them with the coordinating dies. The leaves were die cut using Peaceful Pine Two-Tone Cardstock.
The sentiment and die-cut shape are from the Scalloped Blooms Bundle โ another gorgeous addition to the Bloom Boutique Suite Collection that I know youโre going to love.
If youโve fallen in love with the Eyelet Blooms Dies as much as I have, now is the perfect time to add them to your collection. With a $125 AUD spend, you can purchase them for just $9 AUD โ an incredible offer you wonโt want to miss!
You may be starting here or have come from another blogโeither way, thereโs a list below to help you hop through all the blogs and discover lots of amazing ideas.
If you’re in Australia and need help with your crafting needs and don’t have a Demonstrator, I’d love to assist you. Feel free to reach out to me at 0408868771 or michele@jutrisa.com. Cheers!
Today I spent some creative time making alternative card designs using the April Lakeside Retreat Paper Pumpkin kit ๐
I love taking whatโs in the box and stretching it even furtherโmixing elements, changing layouts, and creating something a little different each time.
If youโve ever thought about trying Paper Pumpkin, now is a great time to start. Each month is a fun box of creative surprises delivered straight to your doorโperfect for quick crafting or when you just want everything ready to go!
โจ Ready to start your subscription? Click the link below and join the fun! โค๏ธ Paper Pumpkin Subscription
Fun Fold Card 1
At first glance, you see the feature image on the frontโbut the clever part is in the design. Open the card, and that same image is revealed inside, creating a fun and interactive surprise!
The die-cut piece is attached to a hinge on the inside, allowing it to move with the cardโsuch a fun interactive element that gives your design that extra โwowโ factor โจ
Measurements Used…
Please note: All card measurements have been adjusted to fit the envelopes included in the Paper Pumpkin Kit. Only the length has been modifiedโthe width remains unchanged to what is my standard width.
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Colour
Imperial/Letter
Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold
Peaceful Pine
4 ยผ x 11โ, score @ 5 ยฝโ
10.5 x 28cm, score at 14cm
Card Insert Mat
Pecan Pie
4 x 5ยผโ
10 x 13.5cm
Card Insert
Basic White
3โ x 5โ โ
9.7 x 13.2cm
Hinge
Basic White
3 x ยพโ, score ยพ, 1ยฝ, 2ยผโ
8 x 2cm, score 2,4,6cm
Fun Fold Card 2
This is probably one of my favourite fun foldsโฆ and the best part? Itโs so simple to create!
Now, Iโll be completely honestโI had a little โboo booโ during my live when I stamped the inside of this card ๐ Youโll definitely spot that in the video!
For these photos, Iโve cleaned things up a little so you can see how it was meant to look. But if you want a real-life crafting moment (blooper and all!), make sure you check out the YouTube video below ๐
Measurements Used
Before you start, please note that Iโve adjusted the card measurements to suit the envelopes in the Paper Pumpkin Kitโonly the length has been changed, the width remains as is.
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Colour
Imperial/Letter
Metric/A4
Card Base Book Fold
Misty Moonlight
6ยพ x 5ยฝโ, score @ 2ยฝโ
17 x 14cm, score at 6.5cm
Card Base
Misty Moonlight
5ยผ x 3ยพโ, score at 3ยพโ
13.5 x 9.5cm score at 9.5cm
Card Insert
Basic White
4 x 5ยผโ
10 x 13.5cm
DSP (PP Card Base)
Stripe
2ยผ x 5ยผ
6 x 13.5cm
YouTube Video
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Stampin’ Up! products used in today’s Project
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On the weekendโwhen I really should have been doing so many other thingsโI decided to spend some time scrapbooking instead. I have quite a pile of photos sitting in my craft room that Iโve been meaning to do something with, and tucked in amongst them were some โFirst Day of High Schoolโ photos.
There are photos of Aaron and the other boys, but theirs will have to wait for another day.
Today, Iโm sharing Aaronโs FIRST DAY of Year 7โthe start of his high school journey. No longer a little boy, but those very first steps into becoming a young man.
How did this page come together…
This page took me two days to completeโฆ and it definitely challenged me! Sometimes you just need to walk away and come back later, it looked so much better the next day.
Thereโs not a lot of colour in the photosโapart from Joeโs bright shirt, and he isnโt the main focusโso I really wanted to create something bright and bold to bring the page to life. But no matter what I tried, nothing seemed to do the photos justice.
In the end, I decided to pull out some black and white papers from my stash and pair them with a few colourful designs to create a balanced look. The papers I chose are from the Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper (a little sneak peek from the new MayโAugust catalogue), along with a couple of sheets from a recently retired pack Lovely Garden DSP.
At last I worked it out…
I cut five strips measuring 5 x 29cm(2 x 11ยฝ”) and tore some of the edges before inking them with Pecan Pie Ink. Adhering them together first allowed me to move the piece around easily until I found the perfect placement.
From the DSP, I pulled out three key coloursโDaffodil Delight, Lost Lagoon, and Timid Tigerโto build a fun, vibrant background. I added texture using a mask from my stash (from another supplier), which worked perfectly with the overall theme. A few splatters of Pretty Peacock ink helped tie everything together and subtly balance the blue in Joeโs t-shirt.
Each photo was matted in Willow White, with the main focal photo given an additional larger mat. I added a torn edge along the right-hand side for a bit of extra texture and interest, also ink around the edges (lightly).
To embellish the page, I created some playful stars using the Swirled Designs Dies (now in the Last Chance Products) in Basic Black and Pretty Peacock Two-Tone Cardstock, creating 3 embellishment clusters around the page.
For the title, I used my Silhouette Cameo to cut lettering in Basic Black and White Willow. Finally, I added a stamped and die-cut tag using the Border in Beauty Bundle (another sneak peek from the new MayโAugust catalogue ) to highlight the date and complete the layout.
Thank you for stopping by and reading my Blog. I hope you have enjoyed my projects & that you’re inspired to get crafty!
If you’re in Australia and need help with your crafting needs and don’t have a Demonstrator, I’d love to assist you. Feel free to reach out to me at 0408868771 or michele@jutrisa.com. Cheers!
Have you had a chance to play with the Delicate Whispers Suite yet? This is my very first play with it, and Iโve paired it with a brand new product from the upcoming MayโAugust Catalogue. Can you spot that beautiful frame peeking out from behind the flowers and foliage? Itโs from the Phrases & Frames Bundle, and it adds such a lovely layered detail to the design.
If you look closely, youโll also notice the added dimension on the frame. That extra detail comes from the new Impressions Plates that Stampinโ Up!ยฎ is releasing in the new Catalogue. When used with coordinating die-cut images, this plate creates a gorgeous texture and really elevates your projects.
How I created this card
When creating this card, I focused on building up lots of soft, delicate layers to complement the beautiful detail in the Delicate Whispers Suite.
The floral sprays were stamped in Gray Granite to keep the look light and subtle, allowing the finer details of the images to shine. I then added die-cut leavesโsome softly brushed with Soft Seafoam Ink, others cut in Pecan Pie, and a few left crisp white for contrast.
To help the frame stand out, I added just a hint of Petal Pink, giving it a gentle lift from the card front without overpowering the design.
The flowers and foliage were coloured using Stampinโ Blends in Petal Pink, Calypso Coral, Soft Seafoam, and Lost Lagoon, creating a soft, cohesive colour palette.
To finish the card, I added a simple sentiment stamped in Gray Granite along with a couple of pearls in the flower centres for a touch of elegance. Everything was layered onto a matted card front embossed with a (now retired) 3D embossing folder, adding subtle texture to complete the design.
I love how these soft layers and gentle colours come together to create such an elegant card. Itโs a beautiful reminder that sometimes keeping things light and subtle can have the biggest impact.
Thank you for stopping by my blog today. I hope youโve enjoyed my project and feel inspired to get creative! If youโd like to see more, be sure to explore the blog or follow along for more ideas and inspiration.
If you’re in Australia and need help with your crafting needs and don’t have a Demonstrator, I’d love to assist you. Feel free to reach out to me at 0408868771 or michele@jutrisa.com. Cheers!
Welcome to Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop. We are a group of Australian Stampinโ Up!ยฎ Demonstrators that are coming together to share our creative ideas with you. We are happy that you can join us and hope that we can Inspire you to make creations of your own. Each month we will be showing different ideas based around products, themes and challenges.
Our theme this month for the Letโs Craft Together Blog Hop is a Distressing Technique Challenge, hosted by Monique. For my project, Iโm featuring the beautiful Natureโs Walk Suite from the JanuaryโApril Mini Catalogue by Stampinโ Up!ยฎ. This collection is perfect for adding texture and vintage charm, making it ideal for experimenting with distressing techniques.
Nature’s Walk
For this monthโs Distressing Technique Challenge, I wanted to focus on that aged, natural look that works so beautifully with the Natureโs Walk Suite.
Distressing is a simple way to give your cards a vintage, weathered feel, adding texture and depth without needing lots of extra supplies.
Iโve kept the distressing on this card nice and simple. I added distressed edges to the mat layer, used ink blending on the card base and front, and finished with a few ink splatters to create a soft aged look.
The Natureโs Walk Suite also includes some beautiful dies, which Iโve used on the card front to add extra texture. By lightly blending ink over the die-cut areas, it really helps highlight those details and bring the texture to life.
โ๏ธ Techniques I Used
To create this card, I used a few simple techniques to build up that soft, rustic style:
โข Distressed Edges Lightly roughing up the edges removes that clean, sharp finish and gives a more natural, worn look.
โข Ink Blending Blending ink around the edges adds depth and helps each layer stand out while still keeping everything soft and cohesive.
โข Splattering A few ink splatters add to the aged effect, creating those little marks that make the card feel more relaxed and organic.
Thank you for stopping by and reading my Blog. I hope you have enjoyed my projects & that youโre inspired to get crafty!
You may be starting here or have come from someone elseโs blog โ either way there is a list below to help you move around all the different blogs and get many amazing ideas.
Follow the Hop here..
If you’re in Australia and need help with your crafting needs and don’t have a Demonstrator, I’d love to assist you. Feel free to reach out to me at 0408868771 or michele@jutrisa.com. Cheers!
Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escapeโI’m so happy you’ve stopped by.
On Friday’s โLive with Micheleโ I shared a sneak peak of the Lakeside Retreat Paper Pumpkin by Stampinโ Up! ยฎ.
This is a really fun kit to create, featuring designs perfect for the men in your life, all inspired by beautiful, tranquil waterfront scenes.
Do you love receiving a little surprise in the mail each month? ๐ Imagine opening a beautiful box filled with everything you need to create a set of gorgeous cardsโready for you to make and send.
Thatโs exactly what Paper Pumpkin is all about!
Iโll be sharing the experience right along with youโฆ โจ Watch out for my videos where Iโll be opening my kit at the same time as you โจ Then, in the weeks that follow, Iโll show you alternative ways to use your kitโso you can get even more creative with whatโs inside
You can also find inspiration by following Paper Pumpkin on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Pinterest, where youโll see what crafters all over the world are creating.
๐ก Important to know: The subscription window is short to begin withโ Youโll have from 1st to 10th April to subscribe and receive the April kit.
๐ณ How payments work: โ Your first payment is taken as soon as you subscribe โ After that, payments are automatic on the 11th of each month
๐ A little bonus: Youโll earn Stampinโ Rewards with your subscription to use whenever you like!
โจ Pick Your Path
Pay-As-You-Go Subscription Enjoy the flexibility of a monthly subscription with automatic delivery. You can pause or cancel anytime after your first kitโperfect if you like to keep things flexible.
Prepaid Subscription Prefer to plan ahead? Choose from 3, 6, or 12-month options (with shipping included) and enjoy crafting without the monthly reminders.
๐ A Special Welcome Your very first kit is extra specialโitโs called the Welcome Kit and includes a Paper Pumpkin Clear Stamp Block as a gift. Hold onto it, as youโll use it with all your future kits!
It really is such a simple and fun way to make time for creativity each month ๐ I canโt wait to share this journey with you!
YouTube Video
WHAT IS PAPER PUMPKIN?
Itโs a subscription kit program by Stampinโ Up! and your one-stop box for creative success! Imagine everything you love about paper crafting in one fun package, delivered to your door as a surprise each monthโthatโs Paper Pumpkin. Itโs currently available as an English-only product.
WHAT MAKES PAPER PUMPKIN UNIQUE?
Paper Pumpkin subscription kits are designed for anyone who wants to quickly and easily create beautiful, handmade projectsโanytime and anywhere! Subscribers get a new, surprise project every monthโone thatโs great for all types of crafters. And itโs an ongoing crafting experience that will keep you and your customers motivated and engaged.
WHATโS INSIDE?
Each kit includes an exclusive photopolymer stamp set, a Stampinโ Spot, and step-by-step instructions for beautifully designed, precut paper crafting projects. Everything is ready to stamp, assemble, and share for a fun and easy experience.
WHAT ARE THE PERKS OF BEING A PAPER PUMPKIN SUBSCRIBER?
In addition to a surprise project every month, subscribers enjoy extra perks including:
Auto shipment with shipping included. Sign up once and the kit is automatically delivered with no additional shipping charges on a pay-as-you-go and prepaid subscriptions.
Access to exclusive products. Active subscribers can purchase refills, past kits, and add-ons, that are only available to them.
Connect with fellow subscribers, discover alternate samples, and share creative ideas in a fun, supportive space. Take your ideas beyond the box.
FREE gifts and Stampinโ Up! suite coordination. Occasionally, subscribers receive a gift in their box or the kit coordinates with a selection of other products for even more crafting fun.
Stampinโ Rewards with each kit! Earn Stampinโ Rewards each month with the pay-as-you-go subscription or get them all upfront with any prepaid subscription.
Thank you for stopping by and reading my Blog. I hope you have enjoyed my projects & that you’re inspired to get crafty!
If you’re in Australia and need help with your crafting needs and don’t have a Demonstrator, I’d love to assist you. Feel free to reach out to me at 0408868771 or michele@jutrisa.com. Cheers!
Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or simply a creative escapeโIโm so happy youโve stopped by.
I had so much fun creating this super cute card using the Cutest Crew Bundle by Stampinโ Up!ยฎ. Honestlyโฆ who doesnโt love playing with a few adorable kittens?
Over the years, Iโve created several cards using this layout, and this stamp set lends itself perfectly to it. With just one stamp repeated all the way down the page, it creates a fun and eye-catching design.
And the new Stampinโ Up! Stamp Positioner does all the hard work for youโmaking it twice as easy!
You can see the Stampinโ Up! Stamp Positioner in action in my Lovely Blossoms Card & Stampinโ Repositioner post, where I share how this tool helps you achieve perfectly aligned stamped images every timeโespecially when working with repeat stamping techniques like this one.
Measurements Used…
Colour
Imperial/Letter
Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold
Pecan Pie
4 ยผ x 11โ, score @ 5ยฝโ
10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Card Mat
Poppy Parade
4 x 5ยผโ
10 x 14.4cm
Card Front
Crumb Cake
3โ x 5โ โ
9.7 x 14.1cm
Card Insert
Basic Beige
4 x 5 ยผโ
10 x 14.4cm
Card Insert Mat
Poppy Parade
4 x 5ยผโ
10 x 14.4cm
Die cut Circle
Basic Beige
3 x 3โ
7 x 7cm
Die cut Cat
Pecan Pie
1ยผ x 1ยผโ
3 x 3cm
Strip
Poppy Parade
1 x 4ยฝโ
2 x 12cm
Thank you for stopping by and reading my Blog. I hope you have enjoyed my projects & that you’re inspired to get crafty!
If you’re in Australia and need help with your crafting needs and don’t have a Demonstrator, I’d love to assist you. Feel free to reach out to me at 0408868771 or michele@jutrisa.com. Cheers!
Stampin’ Up! products used in today’s Project
All products used are listed below and are linked to my On-Line Store
Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escapeโI’m so happy you’ve stopped by.
On yesterdayโs โLive with Micheleโ I created this fun treat box using the Capturing Smiles Bundle by Stampinโ Up! ยฎ.
This fun little treat box would be perfect for party favours or a sweet thank you giftโฆ but Iโd love to knowโhow would YOU use it? ๐
I created around 50 of these in a rainbow of colours as my โswapโ for last weekโs OnStage 2026 event in Sydney. It was such a special timeโฆ catching up with friends from all around Australia, finally meeting some Iโve only ever chatted with on Facebook, and even spending time with lovely friends visiting from overseasโlike Lorraine and Beth from America.
Thereโs something so special about sitting together, crafting, chatting, and sharing a meal. It really fills your cup ๐ฅฐ
We also got a sneak peek at the NEW catalogue coming in Mayโand thereโs a big change ahead! Stampinโ Up! will be moving away from the Annual Catalogue and Mini Catalogues, replacing them with three seasonal catalogues each year.
Itโs definitely something new, and like any change it might take a little getting used toโbut it also means more flexibility, fresh products, and exciting new releases throughout the year. Iโm really looking forward to seeing how it all unfolds!
Over the coming weeks, Iโll be sharing some sneak peeks of the new productsโand I just know youโre going to love them! ๐ Make sure youโre following along on my blog and Facebook page so you donโt miss a thing.
Thank you for stopping by and reading my Blog. I hope you have enjoyed my projects & that you’re inspired to get crafty!
If you’re in Australia and need help with your crafting needs and don’t have a Demonstrator, I’d love to assist you. Feel free to reach out to me at 0408868771 or michele@jutrisa.com. Cheers!
Stampin’ Up! products used in today’s Project
All products used are listed below and are linked to my On-Line Store