Fabulous Sayings – Product of the Month Blog Hop

Published on January 21, 2026January 16, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa

Welcome to my blog! Today I’m excited to be taking part in the Product of the Month Blog Hop.

I’m joining some truly talented Stampin’ Up!® Demonstrators from around the world. We’re so happy you could join us and hope you’ll find plenty of inspiration to create something of your own.

If you love discovering exclusive Stampin’ Up! products, then Product of the Month is for you. Each month features a brand-new, limited-release item that isn’t 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 it’s very much a “get it while you can” release.

January’s Product of the Month is Fabulous Sayings Stamp Set

I hope you enjoy seeing how I’ve used this month’s product and that it inspires you to try something new in your own crafting.

Fabulous Sayings & Cute as a Bug

This is a WOW sentiment set that truly covers most events. From Happy Birthday and Thank You to a simple Hello, it features two coordinating fonts that can be used together for impact or separately for a clean, simple look.

For this card, I stamped the “Happy Birthday” sentiment diagonally across the card front, starting on the third row down and using the complete sentiment without breaking it up with any other elements. I then filled in the top and bottom sections, staggering the “Happy Birthday” sentiment across the card.

As the sentiment is quite large and the font is a casual script, I simply stamped it across the card, lining everything up by eye.

To give the card a casual feel, I wrapped the gorgeous Poppy Parade Plaid from the Cute as a Bug Suite Collection around the matted card front to the back and wrapped some Baker’s Twine and finished it with a double bow. A simple stitched circle from the Stylish Shapes Dies in Basic White was softly coloured with a Blending Brush and Old Olive ink. I then added a die-cut images and fussy cut image from the Cute as a Bug Designer Series Paper to finish off this clean and simple card.

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog! I hope you’ve enjoyed my projects and that they’ve inspired you to get crafty.

You may be starting here or have come from another blog—either way, there’s 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!

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Gears & Textures- Lets Craft Together Blog Hop

Published on January 4, 2026January 4, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa

We are a group of Australian Stampin’ Up!® Demonstrators who have come together to share our creative ideas with you. We’re so happy you could join us and hope you feel inspired to create something of your own.

Each month, we’ll be showcasing a variety of projects and ideas based on different products, themes, and creative challenges. We hope you enjoy hopping along and gathering plenty of inspiration along the way.

The first challenge for this year’s Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop is a Monochromatic Colour Challenge, created by Julia Quinn. A monochromatic colour challenge means working with just one main colour. Creating interest by using different shades, tones, and textures of that colour. It’s a wonderful way to explore depth and detail while keeping a clean, cohesive look.

Gears & Textures

I chose brown as my main colour and worked with Early Espresso, Pecan Pie, and Crumb Cake in both inks and cardstocks to create a rich, steampunk-inspired design. Using a monochromatic palette allowed the variation in tones to add interest while keeping the overall look cohesive.

To enhance the layered, industrial feel of the card, I incorporated torn cardstock, allowing areas of stamping and die-cut elements to show through beneath the surface. The Gears & Textures Bundle from the Mini Catalogue by Stampin’ Up!® was the perfect addition for this style, with its detailed imagery adding to the aged, mechanical look of the design. Additional depth and dimension were created through layered stamping, intricate die-cut elements, and multiple layers of embossing powder in gold, copper, and clear, bringing subtle shine and metallic highlights to the card.

This project was a wonderful way to explore the monochromatic colour challenge, showing how a single colour family can still create depth, texture, and visual interest.

Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to read my blog. I hope you’ve enjoyed my projects and feel inspired to get crafty!

Whether you’re starting here or hopping over from another blog, be sure to follow the list below and continue the Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop. Each stop is packed with creative inspiration, ideas, and fresh takes on this month’s challenge—you won’t want to miss a thing!

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Stampin’ Up! products used in today’s Project

Product List

Banner Sayings Bundle (English) [ 167051 ]

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147116 ]

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147114 ]

Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161665 ]

Metallics Wow! Embossing Powder [ 165678 ]

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True Blue Florals

Published on December 14, 2025December 14, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

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

On this week’s Live with Michele, I created this beautiful card using the Product of the Month – True Blue Florals by Stampin’ Up!®. If you love exclusive products, you’re going to love Product of the Month—a special promotion featuring a brand-new, limited-release item every month. These products are some of the best Stampin’ Up! has to offer and aren’t available in any catalogue or in the Online Exclusives.

Each month, a new product is released and is available only once per account. Quantities are limited, so when they’re gone, they’re gone for good!

✨ December’s Product of the Month: True Blue Florals

This is a very simple layout, not too complicated, as the focus is on showcasing the fussy-cut florals. While fussy cutting does take a little extra time and patience, it is well worth the effort for the beautiful finished result.

The contrast of Night of Navy, Balmy Blue, and white, combined with the mix of textures from cardstock and vellum, gives this card a soft, elegant feel while allowing the florals to truly shine.

Tutorial

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Charming Day Water Colouring

Published on August 30, 2025August 30, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

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 card using the Charming Day Bundle from the Floral Charm Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up! ®.

It’s been a while since I last did any water colouring, and I’d forgotten just how much fun it is! I know a lot of people feel a little hesitant to give it a try, but honestly—it’s all about experimenting and playing. If you’re new to it, I recommend grabbing a simple, inexpensive pad of watercolour paper and just having a go. Test out different techniques, see how the colours move, and find what feels right for you.

In the video below, you’ll see my favourite way to water colour and the effects I love to achieve. I’d love to know if you give it a try—let me know in the comments what technique you enjoyed most!

Measurements Used…

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold	Basic Beige	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Card Mat	DSP	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Front	Basic Beige	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Insert Mat	DSP	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Insert	Basic Beige	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Die Cut Leaves	Mossy Meadow	4¼ x 3”	10.5 x 7.5cm

Tip: make sure to use Stazon Ink to create a perfect image for water colouring.

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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!

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Floral Charm Suite Collection (English)

Impressions Abloom Dies

Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper

Basic Beige A4 Cardstock

Mossy Meadow A4 Cardstock

Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

Peach Pie Classic Stampin Pad

Jet Black Stāzon Ink Pad

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Painterly Pears Z-Fold Card Part 3

Published on August 11, 2025August 11, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

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

This is the third installment in our Z-Fold Card series. On Friday’s Live with Michele, I created this card using the Painterly Pears Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up! ®.

I first spotted this design on YouTube by Annette Green — a Unique Z-Fold — and adapted the measurements to suit standard envelopes for both US Letter and A4 sizes.

What I love about this card is how unassuming it looks at first glance. But once you open it, the clever fold really showcases the stunning Designer Series Paper at its very best.

Printable Tutorial

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Product List

Painterly Pears Suite Collection (English)

Textured Notes Dies

Basic White A4 Cardstock

Darling Duckling A4 Cardstock

Petal Pink A4 Cardstock

Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad

Darling Duckling Classic Stampin' Pad

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

Metallic Textures Rub Ons

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Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop- August

Published on August 4, 2025August 2, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

Welcome to the Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop!

We’re a group of Australian Stampin’ Up!® Demonstrators who have joined forces to share our passion for papercraft and inspire creativity in your craft space.

Whether you’re a seasoned stamper or just starting out, we’re so glad you’re here—and we hope you’ll find fresh ideas and creative sparks to fuel your next project!

What to Expect

Each month, we explore a new creative theme or fun challenge, bringing you a variety of styles and techniques to try. There’s always something new to learn and love!

This month’s theme is:
🎉 Masculine Birthday Cards 🎉
Hosted by the talented Monique, this challenge is all about celebrating the men in our lives with handcrafted cards that are bold, stylish, and thoughtful.

Boho Vibes

For this month’s challenge, I decided to create a Masculine Birthday Card using the Boho Vibes Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up!®.

I had fun playing with a layered design—this card features two cards of different sizes, each opening in opposite directions and overlapping one another for a unique and interactive layout. The earthy tones and bold patterns from the Boho Vibes Suite made it perfect for a masculine look with plenty of style!

The simple black and white sentiment comes from the Greetings for All Mix & Match Ephemera pack.

The card was then finished of with a few white Matte Dots from the Neutral Matte Dots.

Cutting Measurements…

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base 1	Secret Sea	5½ x 7”, score @ 2¾”	14.9 x 17cm, score at 6.5cm
Card Front Left 1	Secret Sea	2½ x 5¼”	6 x 14.4cm
Card Insert Mat 1	Cloud Cover	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Insert 1	DSP	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Card Base 2	Cloud Cover	6 x 4”, score at 3”	16 x 10.5cm, score at 8cm
Card Front 2	DSP	2¾ x 3¾”	7.5 x 10cm
Card Insert 2	Basic White	2¾ x 3¾”	7.5 x 10cm
Insert Strip 2	DSP	½ x 3¾”	1.4 x 10cm
Sentiment	Basic White	½ x 2¾”	1.4 x 7.5cm

Thank you for stopping by and reading my Blog. I hope you have enjoyed my projects & that you’re inspired to get crafty!

You may be starting here or have come from someone else’s blog – either way there is a list below to help you move around all the different blogs and get many amazing ideas.

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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!

Stampin’ Up! products used in today’s Project

Product List

Boho Vibes Suite Collection (English)

Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders

Greetings For All Mix & Match Ephemera Pack (English)

Secret Sea A4 Cardstock

Cloud Cover A4 Cardstock

Basic White A4 Cardstock

Neutral Matte Dots

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Floral Charm

Published on June 29, 2025June 29, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

In this episode of Live with Michele, I’m giving you a another look at the brand-new Floral Charm Suite Collection—coming 1st July 2025 from Stampin’ Up!®! I also used the Party Banners Dies to finish off my card with a playful twist. Watch along for tips, inspiration, and a sneak peek at this beautiful new release!

Measurements Used…

Cutting Measurements

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold	Night of Navy	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Card Front	DSP	4 x 5¼”	10 x 13 cm
Card Insert	Basic White	4 x 5¼”	10 x 13cm
Die Cut Flowers	Basic White	3 x 4¼”	7.5 x 10.5cm
Die Cut Circle	Basic White	3½ x 3½”	9 x 9cm
Sentiment	Basic White	1½ x 4¼”	3.5 x 10.5
Leaves	Night of Navy	3 x 4¼”	7.5 x 10.5cm

Flowers

The flowers were coloured using Stampin’ Ink Pads and Blending Brushes, allowing me to create soft, beautifully blended shades that bring the floral elements to life. This technique adds depth and dimension, perfect for highlighting the details in the Floral Charming Suite.

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I hope you’ve enjoyed today’s projects and feel inspired to get crafty and create something beautiful. 💖
Happy crafting,
Michele ✂️🌸

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Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop- May

Published on May 4, 2025May 3, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

Welcome to Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop. We are a group of Australian Stampin’ Up!® 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 Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop is using the New ‘2025-2027 In-Color Challenge’ by Cheryl Hurst. I have also chosen to use a new Online Exclusives suite called Floral Impressions Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up!®. Both the 2025-2027 In-Colors and the Floral Impressions Suite Collection will be available to order from the 6th May… not long now until you can order.

Impressions Abloom

This Fun Fold Card is called ‘Tired Hexagon Pop Up Card, I saw this card one day flicking through my Facebook page. I researched the card and found a tutorial by Sam Calcott and just had to give it a go. I did adjust my measurements to suit the correct size for the C6 Envelopes.

It’s like a box of flowers you don’t need to water….

How to make this card…

The Card Base was created with Cloud Cover Cardstock and the inside panels embossed with the Pressed Flowers Embossing Folder. Each layer has a piece of Window Sheet to attach the diecuts.

The Dies from the Impressions Abloom Bundle works really well for this card. The flowers were all die cut in Basic White cardstock and was then coloured with Darling Duckling, Srawberry Slush and Timid Tiger Ink Pads with a blending brush.

The Flower Centers and leaves were all die cut from Secret Sea Cardstock….TIP: be very gentle separating the dies and Cardstock. The Leaf dies leave fine cut lines in the leaves which can easily ripe, if not careful.

The sentiment is also from a new Stamp Set – The Right Words, this set are pairings of sentiments for the front of cards as well as the card inserts.

Thank you for stopping by and reading my Blog. I hope you have enjoyed my projects & that you’re inspired to get crafty!

You may be starting here or have come from someone else’s blog – 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!

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AS these products are not avalable until 6th May, there is no product List at present.

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Floral Delight

Published on March 1, 2025March 1, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

Last week on ‘Live with Michele’ I created this card using the Floral Delight Suite by Stampin’ Up! ®.

Measurements Used…

Cutting Measurements

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold	Pool Party	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Card Mat	Basic White	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Front	Gingham Vellum	2¼ x 5⅛”	6 x 14.1cm
Card Insert	Basic White	4 x 5 ¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Insert Strip	Gingham Vellum	½ x 5 ¼”	1.5 x 14.4cm
Die Cutting and Stamping	Basic White	3¼ x 4½” 2 x 4” 1½ x 4” 2½ x 6” 2 x 4”	8 x 11cm – Everyday Details die 5 x 10cm – 3 x 10cm 6 x 15cm 4.5 x 10cm
Die cut branch	Pecan Pie	2½ x 6”	6 x 15cm

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Floral Delight Suite Collection (English)

Eyelet 3 D Embossing Folder

Everyday Details Dies

Pool Party A4 Card Stock

Basic White A4 Cardstock

Pecan Pie A4 Cardstock

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad

Lemon Lolly Classic Stampin' Pad

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

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Layers of Beauty

Published on September 15, 2024September 15, 2024 by Michele Jutrisa

In Friday’s ‘Live with Michele’ I created these two cards using the Layers of Beauty Bundle by Stampin’ Up!®. This Bundle includes stamps, dies and masks, which can be coloured in using different methods. Here I am showing two methods and creating 2 different cards.

The first card is using the same layout from last Fridays live card with one small change…the DSP is only 5cm wide instead of 6cm. This was only because I was trying to get more from the 6 x 6″ DSP.

This layout is CASED from Patty Bennett.

Measurements Used…

Card 1

Stamping
- Stamp image with Early Espresso Stampin’ Pad.
Flowers Only
- Use a Blender Pen to go over the stamped Rose images spreading the ink to add a shaded effect. Smaller daisy flowers are coloured in by spreading the ink from the stamped images.
Trim away leaf images as per the video.

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base	Basic Beige	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score @ 14.9cm
Card Front	DSP	2 x 5 ½” ⅝ x 5 ½”	5 x 14.8cm 1.5 x 14.8cm
Sentiment	Basic Beige	4 x 4“	10 x 10cm
Layers of Beauty	Basic Beige	4¼ x 5½	10.5 x 14.9cm

Card 2

Stamp full image twice if you need the daisies to line up the masks.
Flowers, Only need to colour large rose and 3 leaves
- Layer 1 and 2 – Bubble Bath Stampin Pad
- Layer 3 – Pretty in Pink Stampin Pad
Leaves
- Layer 4 – Lemon Lime Twist Stampin Pad
- Layer 5 – Old Olive Stampin Pad
Die cut with single flower die

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base	Basic White	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score @ 14.9cm
Card Front	Pretty in Pink	3 x 5 ½”	8 x 14.4cm
Sentiment Panel	Basic White	3 x 4½”	7 x 11cm
Layers of Beauty Stamping	Basic White	4 ¼ x 11”	10.5 x 29.9cm
Die Cut Leaves	Old Olive	2 x 4” or scraps	7 x 10cm or scraps

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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’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!