Metallic Magic

Published on July 10, 2026July 10, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Uncategorized

Add Beautiful Foil Accents to Your Handmade Cards

It’s finally here! The brand-new Stampin’ Up! Hot Foil System is now available, making it easier than ever to add elegant metallic shine to your handmade cards, scrapbook pages and paper crafting projects.

Designed to work with the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately), the Hot Foil System lets you create stunning foil details using specially designed hot foil dies and foil sheets. Whether you’re creating clean and simple cards or adding luxurious finishing touches to more detailed projects, you’ll love the professional results.

A Free Craft Class with Every Purchase

There’s even more exciting news!

Purchase the Stampin’ Up! Hot Foil System before 4 January 2027, and you’ll receive an email with access to the exclusive Metallic Magic Craft Class.

This virtual, technique-focused class is packed with creative ideas, helpful tips and inspiring projects that will help you get the most from your new Hot Foil System. It’s the perfect way to build your confidence and discover just how versatile hot foiling can be.

New to Hot Foiling?

If you’ve never tried hot foiling before, don’t worry—it’s much easier than you might think.

Be sure to watch the introductory video below to see how the Hot Foil System works and learn the basics before you get started.

You’ll also want to download the Meet Metallic Magic Stampin’ Hot Foil Brochure, which includes:

User instructions and helpful information
Coordinating Hot Foil Die and Stamp Set Bundles
Product inspiration and project ideas
Details about decorative mask bundles that let you add colour alongside your beautiful foil accents for even more dimension

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Ready to Add Some Shine?

If you’ve been thinking about giving hot foiling a try, there’s never been a better time. I can’t wait for mine to arrive so I can start creating with it—and, of course, I’ll be sharing tips, tutorials and projects with you along the way.

Click the button below to shop the Stampin’ Up! Hot Foil System, earn your Stampin’ Rewards, and start adding gorgeous metallic shine to your next creative project!

Details:

You’ll need a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, and Hot Foil dies to complete the hot foil process. Each of these products is sold separately.
You can foil a variety of products, including cardstock, Designer Series Paper, and more.
Until 4 January 2027, anyone who purchases the Stampin’ Hot Foil System will automatically get access to the Metallic Magic Craft Class. Shortly after checkout, we’ll send an email with a link to the exclusive Facebook group where the class will stream. To learn more about the Metallic Magic Craft Class, click HERE

Question

Q.Can you use the Big Shot?

A. No, the Stampin’ Up! Cut & Emboss Machine is slightly wider and the Hot Foil Machine is made for the Cut & Emboss.

Q. What is hot foiling?

A. Hot foiling is a technique that uses heat and pressure to transfer metallic or coloured foil onto paper, cardstock, and more. The result is a shiny, professional-looking finish, similar to what you see on luxury stationery or packaging. You can experiment foiling on different materials to see what shines.

Q. What tools do I need for hot foiling?

A. You’ll need:

Stampin’ Hot Foil System
Specially-made hot foil dies (IMPORTANT NOTE: Cutting dies are not designed to be used with hot foiling. You cannot die cut using foiling dies. Doing so risks damaging the dies and the system.)
Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls
Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Q. What kind of foil should I use?

A. Use Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, which are specifically made for the Stampin’ Hot Foil System.

Q. What materials can be hot foiled?

A. Hot foiling works best on:

Two-Tone Cardstock
Smooth cardstock (Our Basic White Cardstock works great!)
Stampin’ Up! vellum
Designer Series Paper
Window Sheets
Pearlized Specialty Paper

Always test small samples first. Porous or textured papers can yield inconsistent results.

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If you love what I do and want to support my creativity, you can buy me a coffee ☕ It truly means a lot!

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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Pretty Poinsettia Christmas Card

Published on July 4, 2026July 4, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Christmas, Uncategorized

Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escape, I’m so happy you’ve stopped by.

On yesterday’s Live with Michele, I created this elegant Christmas card using the Pretty Poinsettia Dies and Shimmering Stripes Specialty Designer Series Paper by Stampin’ Up!®. The Pretty Poinsettia Dies are also available as part of a bundle with a coordinating stamp set, both featured in the July Online Exclusives.

Why I Love the Pretty Poinsettia Dies

I absolutely love this poinsettia die and know it will be one I’ll reach for year after year—not only for Christmas cards but also for festive scrapbook pages.

One of my favourite features is the incredible detail. The dies have been specially designed to be used with the Impressions Plate. When you add the Impressions Plate to your die-cuts, the result is stunning dimension, with both raised and debossed textures that really bring the poinsettia to life. See video below for all my tips and how to use the Impressions Plate.

Creating a Soft Glowing Background

For the background, I coloured the Shimmering Stripes Specialty Designer Series Paper using a Blending Brush and ink. By concentrating the colour around the edges and leaving the centre lighter, I created a soft glowing effect behind the poinsettia. Combined with the shimmer of the paper, it adds just the right amount of sparkle to this simple yet elegant card design.

Measurements Used…

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold	Basic White	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Card Mat	Peaceful Pine	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Front	Shimmering Stripes Specialty DSP	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Insert Mat	Peaceful Pine	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Insert	Basic White	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Insert Strip	Shimmering Stripes Specialty DSP	3⅞ x ¾”	9.7 x 2cm
Poinsettia, 1 large & 1 small	Real Red	8¼ x 4¼”	21 x 10.5cm
Leaves x 2	Peaceful Pine	5½ x 4¼”	14 x 10.5cm

Watch the Tutorial

If you’d like to see exactly how I created this card, be sure to watch the replay of my Live with Michele. I’ll take you through each step, from creating the glowing background to assembling the finished card.

I hope this project inspires you to give these beautiful products a try. Whether you’re making Christmas cards, gift tags, or scrapbook layouts, the Pretty Poinsettia Dies are sure to become a favourite in your craft room.

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Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class

Celebrate Christmas in July with the beautiful Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class! In this online class, you’ll learn how to use the Pretty Poinsettia Bundle and its unique Impressions Dies to create stunning projects full of intricate detail and dimension.

Class Details

Class Price: $53 AUD | $63 NZD (Bundle not included)
Featured Product: Pretty Poinsettia Bundle (168147)
Who Can Attend: Demonstrators and customers
Available to Purchase: From 1 July
Live Streaming: 17 July at 6:00 a.m. (AEST)
Where: Exclusive Facebook group

Can’t join live? No problem! The class will remain available for purchase both before and after the live event.

What’s Included?

The class will be presented in English, with downloadable supply lists and project instructions available in:

Dutch
English
French
German

A video-on-demand version with captions in Dutch, English, French, and German will also be available shortly after the live event, so you can craft whenever it suits you.

If you love creating elegant Christmas cards and festive paper crafts with beautiful texture and detail, this class is one you won’t want to miss!

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 love what I do and want to support my creativity, you can buy me a coffee ☕ It truly means a lot!

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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A Day to Remember

Published on June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Live with Michele, Scrapbooking, Uncategorized

Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escape—I’m so happy you’ve stopped by.

At the moment, I’m working on an album called “All About Me.” It’s all about digging into your craft stash and using what you already have to create a fun, interactive album that’s full of memories and personality.

So grab your supplies, make yourself a cuppa, and let’s get started. Happy crafting!

Restoring a Precious Childhood Memory

The other day I was sorting through some old photos when I came across a collection that I thought had been lost forever. I was absolutely thrilled to find them! Among them was a faded, tattered photo of me taken at Marineland, Queensland, sometime around 1970 or 1971.

The photo had certainly seen better days, so I scanned it and asked ChatGPT to restore it. I was amazed by the result—it brought the photo back to life while still keeping it looking like the original. I think it did a wonderful job, and I’ll definitely be restoring more of my old damaged photos.

One thing I would recommend is being careful when using photo restoration software. Some programs can over-edit your images, changing facial features or colours so much that they no longer resemble the original photograph. I prefer a restoration that preserves the authenticity and character of the original memory.

Creating the Layout

For this scrapbook page, I went shopping in my own craft stash.

I chose the Everyday Happiness Designer Series Paper and the Everyday You & Me Scrapbook Workshop Kit for the page base. I also found some leftover die cuts from the Seaside Wishes Bundle and another retired bundle whose name escapes me. Then I came across the Waves of Inspiration Bundle, and I simply had to include the pelican—it was the perfect finishing touch for a page about a day by the sea.

For the title, I used a sentiment from the Celebrate Together Stamp Set.

I love projects like this because they’re a wonderful reminder that those leftover embellishments, die cuts and papers can come together to create something truly special.

Preserving More Than Just Photos

While filming my video, I found myself reminiscing about Marineland and all the wonderful childhood memories it brought back. Afterwards, I did a little research online and found some vintage promotional images from the attraction. I printed them at 3″ x 4″ to include alongside my photos, helping to tell more of the story.

I also shared one of my favourite scrapbook tips—adding a slimline interactive page for extra photos and journaling. It’s a great way to include more photos and memories without adding another full page layout, while giving yourself plenty of room to tell the stories behind the photographs.

These extra pages add movement, interest, and space for those little details that might otherwise be forgotten—especially when documenting places that are now long gone.

Below, I’ll show you how easy it is to create your own slimline page to hold additional photos and the memories that go with them. It’s a simple addition that adds so much to your 6 x 8 album.

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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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Wild Bunch Swing Card

Published on June 27, 2026June 27, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Birthday, Fun Fold, Live with Michele, Uncategorized

Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escape—I’m so happy you’ve stopped by.

I’ve wanted to make a Swing Card ever since creating my Swing Easel Card last Christmas, and I’m so glad I finally gave it a try. It was so much fun to make, and I already know I’ll be creating more!

For this interactive card, I used the Stampin’ Up!® Beautiful Ordinary Life Suite Collection along with the June Product of the Month – Wild Bunch. Although the Wild Bunch stamps have now sold out, you can easily recreate this design by substituting another feature element, such as one of the larger butterflies from the Beautiful Ordinary Life Suite.

Gently pull the sides of the card and watch the center panel swing open to reveal the greeting panel hidden on the back. It’s a clever design that’s sure to delight the recipient while still folding to fit inside a standard envelope for both Australian and US card sizes.

Below you’ll find a free printable tutorial, along with links to my YouTube video tutorial, where I guide you through each step of creating this fun Swing Card.

If you enjoy my tutorials and would like to support my work, I’d really appreciate it if you could Like and Share my YouTube channel. You can also support me by using the “Buy Me a Coffee” link below. Every little bit helps me continue creating tutorials and sharing inspiration with you.

Thank you so much for your support, and happy crafting!

Tutorial

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Wild Bunch Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

Beautiful Ordinary Life Suite Collection

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How to Make a Scalloped Blooms Easel Card | Stampin’ Up!®

Published on June 8, 2026June 8, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Fun Fold, Uncategorized

Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escape—I’m so happy you’ve stopped by.

On Friday’s Live with Michele, I created this fun easel card using products from the Bloom Boutique Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up!®.

Golden Glow isn’t a colour I would normally choose for a card base, but I have to admit, it works beautifully for this project. It adds a lovely warmth and pairs perfectly with the floral elements. I think I’ll be reaching for this colour more often!

One of my favourite features of this card is the large Gingham Designer Series Paper. This is actually a Sneak Peek of the NEW 2026–2028 In Color Gingham Gallery 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, which will be available in July. The fresh gingham patterns coordinate beautifully with the floral designs and add a cheerful touch to the card.

Layered Flowers and Foliage Details

I also love the combination of layered cardstock, gingham patterns, and floral Designer Series Papers. The dimensional flowers were created using the Two-Tone Cardstock and the Scalloped Blooms Dies, with the flower centres cut from the coordinating Gingham paper.

To add extra interest and texture, I alternated between the light and dark sides of the Two-Tone Cardstock when creating the flower layers. Each layer was gently scrunched and lightly sanded, allowing the contrasting core colour to show through. This simple technique creates wonderful depth and texture.

The leaves, cut using the Boutique Blossoms Dies, were also created from both sides of the Two-Tone Cardstock and lightly sanded to coordinate with the flowers and enhance the overall design.

To finish the card, I added a sentiment from the Phrases & Frames Stamp Set, stamped with Crisp Cantaloupe Classic Stampin’ Pad, which ties in beautifully with the warm floral colour palette.

Printable Tutorial

Be sure to print a copy of the tutorial and watch the video below so you can create your own version of this delightful easel card.

Scalloped Blooms Easel Card Download

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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 love what I do and want to support my creativity, you can buy me a coffee ☕ It truly means a lot!

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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Scalloped Blooms Dies

Boutique Blossoms Dies

Phrases & Frames Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

Bloom Boutique 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

Heirloom Boutique 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

Golden Glow A4 Cardstock

Basic White A4 Cardstock

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Lets Scrap – Love This

Published on June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Scrapbook, Uncategorized

Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escape—I’m so happy you’ve stopped by.

Today I’m sharing the second double-page layout in my “About Me” album. This spread combines a 6″ x 8″ Memory Protector page with a variety pocket page and features three treasured childhood photographs taken by my father.

The first photo shows me with my mother when I was about 2½ years old. The second captures me sitting on a swing with my favourite doll, Patsy. The swing itself was made from an old tractor seat, something that brings back wonderful memories of growing up in the country.

The final photo, taken around 1971–72, is especially special. It shows me proudly standing beside my decorated bicycle, which my mother adorned with beautiful crepe paper flowers for the Woodburn Central School Centenary Best Dressed Bike competition. And the best part—I won!

My mother was incredibly creative and talented. She made the most amazing costumes for my sisters and me. Some were crafted entirely from crepe paper, while others were created using leftover fabric from garments she had previously sewn and carefully saved for future projects. Nothing went to waste, and her creativity seemed endless.

For this layout, I shopped my stash and combined both retired and current products. I used the Mixed In Patterns Designer Series Paper (January–April 2026 Catalogue, retired), Unforgettable Times Mix & Match Specialty Ephemera Pack, 2026–2028 In Color Two-Tone Cardstock (current), along with the Heirloom Boutique Dies and Bordered in Beauty Dies, both of which are current products.

I love how this page not only preserves precious family memories but also celebrates the creativity and resourcefulness that I learned from my mother.

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A Stitched Season Suite Collection | July Online Exclusives Sneak Peek

Published on May 31, 2026May 31, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Christmas, Uncategorized

On Friday’s Live with Michele, I created this festive Christmas card using the A Stitched Season Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up!®. This beautiful suite is part of the upcoming July Online Exclusives, and I couldn’t wait to have a play and share a little sneak peek with you.

As soon as I opened this suite, I was inspired by the combination of traditional Christmas imagery and beautiful patterned papers. The collection offers plenty of opportunities to create cards, scrapbook pages, and other festive projects.

Now, I know what you’re thinking—Christmas products already? However, as crafters, we know that the holiday season arrives much faster than we expect. Therefore, getting started early means we can enjoy the creative process without the last-minute rush.

Creating the Patchwork Stocking

One of my favourite elements in the suite is the Christmas Stocking Die. Naturally, I couldn’t resist adding my own creative twist. Instead of using the stocking as designed, I decided to create a patchwork-style foot using one of the quilt-inspired patterns from the Stitched Season Designer Series Paper.

To create this effect, I carefully cut individual squares from the designer paper and positioned them over the stocking die before cutting. Although this took a little extra time, the result was well worth the effort. In fact, the paper piecing added texture, interest, and a handmade charm that I absolutely love.

Measurements Used…

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold	Basic White	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Card Mat	Peaceful Pine	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Front	Basic White	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Card Insert Mat	Peaceful Pine	3⅝ x 5⅜”	9.3 x 13.6cm
Card Insert	Basic White	3½ x 5¼”	9 x 13.3cm
Stocking, Holly & Berries	Peaceful Pine	3½ x 5”	9 x 13cm
Stocking, Holly & Berries	Real Red	3 x 4”	8 x 10.5cm
Sentiment	Basic White	3 x 1¾”	8 x 4.5cm

Watch It Come Together

Finally, if you’d like to see exactly how this card came together, be sure to watch the YouTube video below. You’ll see the paper-piecing process in action and pick up a few tips along the way.

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 love what I do and want to support my creativity, you can buy me a coffee ☕ It truly means a lot!

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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Basic White A4 Cardstock

Peaceful Pine A4 Cardstock

Real Red A4 Card Stock

Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin Pad

White Gel Pens

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

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Let’s Scrap: This is me..

Published on May 24, 2026May 24, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Live with Michele, Scrapbooking, Uncategorized

Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escape—I’m so happy you’ve stopped by.

I’ve been thinking about creating an album all about me for quite a while now, and at last I’m finally starting it… and I thought I’d bring you along for the ride.

We spend so much time scrapping about our family and others that sometimes we forget about ourselves. This album will be filled with pages about me, the things I love, and the highlights of my life. I want it to be bright, colourful, joyful, and something that inspires creativity and connection.

As we work our way through my life story, I’ll also be sharing different techniques and ideas along the way.

I’m keeping this project simple by using the 6″ x 8″ Basic Black Album by Stampin’ Up!®, along with the Variety Pack Photo Pocket Pages and the NEW 6″ x 8″ Memory Protectors.

This will also be a wonderful way to use up some of the products we’ve been hoarding away in our craft rooms. I know I have a huge collection of Memories & More Cards, so I’ll be digging through those to find subtitles, wordy bits, and little accents to add to my layouts.

Below is the layout I created for my very first page — “This Is Me…” Over the coming weeks, I’ll be adding more pages. They may not end up in the final order straight away, but we can play with that later.

Will you be joining me on Saturday mornings (please note, it may not be every Saturday) for some scrapping fun?

All About Me Handout

With the help of ChatGPT, I’ve created this great handout filled with tips, prompts, and ideas to help you create your own “All About Me” album.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking for inspiration for your next page, this guide is packed with ideas to help tell your story in a creative and meaningful way.

I hope it inspires you to dig into your memories, celebrate the little moments, and make time to scrapbook you.

All_About_Me_Scrapbook_Prompts Download

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If you love what I do and want to support my creativity, you can buy me a coffee ☕ It truly means a lot!

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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Sparkling Celebrations Paper Pumpkin

Published on May 24, 2026May 24, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Paper Pumpkin, Uncategorized

Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escape—I’m so happy you’ve stopped by.

On Friday we had a play with this month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit, Sparkling Celebrations by Stampin’ Up! ®. To be honest, I’m not sure this is a kit I would normally be drawn to… but sometimes the best creativity happens when we step outside our comfort zones and try something different.

That’s exactly what I love about crafting—it encourages us to experiment, see products in a new way, and sometimes discover unexpected favourites along the way. And after creating with this kit, I have to admit… it really surprised me!

The colours, sparkle, and versatility made it so much fun to work with, and I can already see so many ways these elements could be used beyond the kit itself.

Have you ever tried a product or colour combination that you didn’t think you’d like, only to end up loving it?

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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 love what I do and want to support my creativity, you can buy me a coffee ☕ It truly means a lot!

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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Artisan Sketched Garden

Published on May 16, 2026May 16, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa Category: Live with Michele, Uncategorized

Hi there, and welcome! Whether you’re here for inspiration, ideas, or just a creative escape—I’m so happy you’ve stopped by.

On Friday’s Live with Michele, I created this gorgeous card using the Artisan Sketched Garden collection by Stampin’ Up!. This beautiful Designer Series Paper features elegant black and white floral images on one side, with coordinating patterned designs on the reverse—perfect for mixing, layering, and creating stunning projects.

One of the things I love most about these papers is how versatile they are. The black and white floral images can be coloured in so many ways—use Blends, Watercolour Pencils (without water—try blending with the Colour Lifter instead), or Blender Pens for a softer look.

For today’s card, I used Blender Pens with the gorgeous 2026–2028 In Colors to bring the floral images to life. The soft blended effect works beautifully with these delicate sketches and gives such an elegant finish.

🌸 Tip: Work lightly with your Blender Pens and ink when colouring to avoid the paper pilling and to achieve a soft, blended look.

You’ll find the written tutorial and YouTube video below so you can recreate this project yourself. All the products used for this project can be purchased through my online store using the links below. Thank you so much for supporting my business and my creative journey. 💕

Printable Tutorial

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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 love what I do and want to support my creativity, you can buy me a coffee ☕ It truly means a lot!

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!