Christmas Easel Card

Published on November 2, 2025November 7, 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 Easel Card using the Christmas Tags & More 6″ x 6″ Mix & Match Specialty Designer Series Paper by Stampin’ Up!®.

This paper pack includes 32 sheets — 8 each of 4 double-sided designs, plus 4 single-sided sheets of pre-cut designs (2 of each). These are perfect for creating card fronts, tags, and quick festive projects.

This Easel Card is one of the most basic styles, giving you all the fundamentals of how an easel card is created.

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Christmas Tags & More 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Mix & Match Specialty Designer Series Paper

Greetings For You Mix & Match Ephemera Pack (English)

Everyday Arches Dies

Stylish Shapes Dies

Basic White A4 Cardstock

Soft Sea Foam A4 Cardstock

Traditional Sparkling Sequins

Black & White & Gold Baker's Twine

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Nutcracker Tags – Simple, Fun & Festive

Published on October 25, 2025October 25, 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 Christmas Tags and a bonus card using the Nutcracker Tag Kit by Stampin’ Up! ®.

These Nutcracker Tags bring a happy smile to my face!

This tag kit is simple and fun to create — perfect for getting the whole family involved. There’s no stamping required, and everything you need comes right in the box. It’s a great project for crafters of all ages and abilities.

The card I created is just as easy, with only a few added extras. The Christmas Tags & More 6″ x 6″ Mix & Match Specialty Designer Series Paper makes a great card front and coordinates beautifully with the Nutcracker designs.

You can use the sentiments that come with the tags or try something a little different with the Greetings for You Mix & Match Ephemera Pack.

So simple, yet so festive — perfect for adding that handmade touch to your Christmas gifts and cards!

👉 Grab your Nutcracker kit today from my Online Store

Measurements Used…

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base	Real Red	5¼ x 10½”, score 5¼”	13.5 x 27cm, score 13.5cm
Layer 1	Basic White	5 x 5”	13 x 13cm
Layer 2	DSP	4¾ x 4¾”	12.5 x 12.5cm
layer 3	Basic White	3¾ x 3¾”	10.5 x 10.5cm
Layer 4	DSP	3½ x 3¾”	10 x 10cm
Card Insert	Basic White	5 x 5”	13 x 13cm

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Nutcracker Tags Kit

Christmas Tags & More 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Mix & Match Specialty Designer Series Paper

Greetings For You Mix & Match Ephemera Pack (English)

Real Red A4 Card Stock

Basic White A4 Cardstock

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Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop- October

Published on October 4, 2025October 4, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

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!

The challenge this month for the Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop is by Maheswari by Stampin’ Up!®.

The challenge Guide: CASE One of these designs using the Mini Catalogue products and Share it in your version!

CASE-ing a Festive Card with the Traditions of Christmas Suite

The card I chose to CASE today is the bottom right design with the three teacups. I loved the clean and simple layout, so I decided to recreate it using the Traditions of Christmas Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up! ®.

This is a simple card design where the Designer Series Paper (DSP) really does most of the work, with just a few die-cut images to add interest. The only stamping is the sentiment, created with the Traditional Labels stamp set and coordinating dies.

The card I decided to Case is the bottom right card with the 3 tea cups. I am using the Traditions of Christmas Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up! ®.

This is a simple card, made using some Designer Series Paper and a few die cut images. The only stamping was the sentiment from the Traditional Labels with one of the coordinating dies.

Card Details

✨ Card Base & Background
The Cherry Cobbler card base is completely covered with the Cherry Cobbler Dot DSP, running edge to edge. To break it up, I layered a strip of the Poinsettia DSP down the center.

✨ Focal Point
For the poinsettia flower, you have two options: stamp and die cut, or simply cut the flower directly from the DSP. I chose the second option—it’s quick, easy, and still beautiful.

✨ Leaves & Holly
The leaves were die cut from the two-tone cardstock in Mossy Meadow and Old Olive. By flipping the cardstock and cutting from both sides, I was able to create variation in the tones of the holly leaves, giving extra depth and dimension.

✨ Sentiment
The sentiment was stamped in VersaMark Ink and heat embossed with Gold Embossing Powder—a perfect match for the gold foiling that runs through the Poinsettia DSP. To finish, I die cut the sentiment with one of the coordinating Traditional Label Dies.

Card Measurements

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold	Cherry Cobbler	4¼ x 11”, score @ 5½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Card Front	DSP- Cherry Cobbler Dot	4¼ x 5½”	10.5 x 14.8cm
Centre Front	DSP- Poinsettia	3 x 5½”	7.5 x 14.8cm
Card Insert	Basic White	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Insert Strip	DSP- Cherry Cobbler Dot	4 x ¾”	10 x 2cm
Pine Leaf x 2 dark	Mossy Meadow Two-Tone Cardstock	3 x 5½”	7.5 x 14cm
Holly Leaves 2 x dark, 2 x Light	Old Olive Two-Tone Cardstock	3 x 4”	7.5 x 10cm
Sentiment	Basic White	4¼ x 2”	10.5 x 5cm
Floral Bouquet	DSP	Die cut 2

I love how this design turned out—simple yet festive, and perfect for quick Christmas cardmaking. CASE-ing card layouts is a wonderful way to get inspired, and with beautiful paper like the Traditions of Christmas DSP, it doesn’t take much to create something elegant.

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Traditions Of Christmas Suite Collection (English)

Cherry Cobbler A4 Card Stock

Basic White A4 Cardstock

Mossy Meadow 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

Old Olive 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

Metallics Wow! Embossing Powder

Versamark Pad

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Festive Friends

Published on September 27, 2025September 27, 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 Festive Friends Bundle by Stampin’ Up! ®.

If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to get creative this Christmas, the Festive Friends Bundle is a perfect place to start. The simple, cheerful images are wonderful for learning colour blending with the Stampin’ Blends—you only need a couple of colours to bring these cute designs to life.

But the magic really happens when you pair the stamps with the Festive Friends Dies. Not only can you cut out your stamped images, but you can also build playful backgrounds using the star and tree dies. There’s even a versatile tag die, making it quick and easy to create personalised gift tags for all your holiday presents.

Whether you’re making cards, tags, or festive décor, Festive Friends gives you endless creative possibilities this season. 🎄✨

Measurements Used…

	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	Pool Party	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Card Front Support	Pool Party	3⅝ x 4⅞	9.5 x 13.9
Insert Mat	Pool Party	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Insert	Basic White	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Stamping	Basic White	4 x 4¼”	10 x 10.5cm
Trees	Old Olive	3½ x 4¼”	9 x 10.5cm

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Modern Christmas -Pop-Up Card

Published on September 20, 2025September 20, 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 Modern Christmas Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up!® — available now in the Online Exclusives section of my Online Store.

I absolutely love the black, white, and gold papers in this collection. One side of the Modern Christmas Designer Series Paper features modern black and white designs, while the other side includes stunning gold foiling. Add a dramatic pop of bold colour to the black and white, and it truly makes your project shine! ✨

This particular card design was inspired by one I saw on Instagram, originally created by Sonja Mehl. I’ve adapted her measurements slightly to suit our standard card sizes.

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Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop – September

Published on September 4, 2025September 4, 2025 by Michele Jutrisa

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!

The challenge this month for the Let’s Craft Together Blog Hop is by Nancy and I am using the Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper by Stampin’ Up!®.

The challenge Guide: Use products from your stash (maybe ones that are feeling a bit neglected) and create something new and on trend by combining it with a select few new items. The aim of this challenge is to show you can create exciting cards with old products

Nests of Winter

The Nest of Winter Designer Series Paper first appeared in last year’s Mini Catalogue, and I was so happy to see it carried over into the current Annual Catalogue. Since this challenge is all about using products that may be retired or sometimes forgotten, I thought it was the perfect excuse to pull it out of my stash and create a card with it.

The challenge was to combine something from your stash that maybe a little forgotten with something NEW! ✨ For my card, I paired the Nest of Winter DSP with the pine tree branches from the Christmas Greenery Bundle and a label from the Traditional Labels Bundle—both are part of the Traditions of Christmas Suite Collection. To finish it off, I added a sentiment from the Greetings For You Mix & Match Ephemera, which tied everything together beautifully.

These new products will be available in the September–December Mini Catalogue, open for orders from 3rd September.

Other Products and Tips

Sentiment has an adhesive backing- remove the sticky by pouncing the Embossing Buddy on the sticky side. Then add mini dimensionals to adhere to your card front and give lift over the branches.
Bird was fussy cut from the DSP and added with dimensionals.
To give some some bling to the finished card I added the clear & gold gems from the Strawberry Slush & Pretty in Pink Gems

Cutting Measurements

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold	Gray Granite	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Card Mat	Misty Moonlight	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Front	DSP	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Insert Mat	Misty Moonlight	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Insert	Basic White	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Insert Strip	DSP	3⅞ x ¾”	9.7 x 2cm
Label	Gray Granite	2½ x 4”	6.5 x 10cm
Pine Branches	Mossy Meadow Shaded Spruce	2½ x 5” 2½ x 5”	5 x 12.5cm 5 x 12.5cm

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Traditions Of Christmas Suite Collection (English)

Greetings For You Mix & Match Ephemera Pack (English)

Nests Of Winter 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

Basic White A4 Cardstock

Gray Granite A4 Cardstock

Misty Moonlight A4 Cardstock

Mossy Meadow A4 Cardstock

Shaded Spruce A4 Cardstock

Strawberry Slush & Pretty In Pink Gems

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Jolly Holly

Published on July 11, 2025July 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.

On ‘Live with Michele’ I created another card using the Jolly Holly Bundle by Stampin’ Up! ®.

Having another play with the Jolly Holly Bundle!
For this card, I used the coordinating die from the bundle that partially cuts the holly, allowing the petals to be lifted and layered over the frame for added dimension. The holly is coloured with Stampin’ Up!® Watercolor Pencils and blended using the Colour Lifter from the Blends range. The frame is from the Beautiful Motifs die set and perfectly highlights the holly detail.

Measurements Used…

Cutting Measurements

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base	Crumb Cake	4 ¼ x 11”, score @ 5 ½”	10.5 x 29.9cm, score at 14.9cm
Die Cut Panel	Crumb Cake	4¼ x 5½”	10.5 x 14.9cm
Frame	Early Espresso	4¼ x 5½”	10.5 x 14.9cm
Card Insert Mat	Early Espresso	4 x 5 ¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Insert	Basic White	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm

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Holly Jolly

Published on July 5, 2025July 5, 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 festive card using the Holly Jolly Bundle by Stampin’ Up!®.
It’s full of classic Christmas charm—with just the right touch of sparkle to make it shine!

To add a bit of festive shimmer, I used Metallic Enamel Effects, lightly applied to the embossed holly using a dauber. This gave the card subtle texture and a gorgeous glimmer that catches the light beautifully.

I also used the coordinating dies to cut out the stamped images and added some dimension to bring everything to life.

📺 Missed the live? No worries—you can catch the replay and see the step-by-step process!
🛍️ Love this bundle? You can shop the Holly Jolly Bundle now in the Online Exclusives section.

Measurements Used…

Cutting Measurements

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base Tent Fold	Real Red	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	Mossy Meadow	4 x 5⅛”	10 x 14cm
Sentiment	Basic White	2½ x 4¼”	7.5 x 10.5cm
Sentiment Mat	Real Red	2½ x 4¼”	7.5 x 10.5cm
Card Insert	Basic White	3¾ x 5⅛”	9.5 x 14cm
Card Insert Strip	DSP	¼ x 5⅛”	.75 x 14cm
Card Insert Strip	Mossy Meadow left over from Card Front
Holly	Basic White	3 x 1½”	7.5 x 4cm

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Reindeer Memories

Published on December 14, 2024December 14, 2024 by Michele Jutrisa

On my Live today I created a scrapbook layout using the Stampin’ Up!® Reindeer Memories Scrapbooking Workshop Kit. The base to my layout was cased from Jennifer Smith. I really Love her work and loved the layers she used.

Reindeer Memories Scrapbooking Workshop Kit is in the Last Chance Products and is reduced to $29.75 AU$….so grab it NOW!

Other products I used also in the Last Chance Products are

All the measurements are what I have guesstimated…Also the elements I have used are left overs from other projects I had created.

Measurements Used…

Cutting Measurements

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Stock	Basic Black	12 x 12”	30.5 x 30.5cm
DSP	Trees	4 x 11”	10 x 28cm
DSP	Lights	7 x 11”	18 x 28cm
DSP	Check	4 x 5” 3 x 4”	10 x 13 7.5 x 10cm
DSP	Pool Party Snowflakes	3 x 4” 4 x 5”	7.5 x 10cm 10 x 13cm
DSP	Real Red Bells	4 x 7¼”	10 x 18.5cm

All the Reindeer’s, Holly, sentiments were left overs from other projects.

Reindeer’s
- Cardstock used – Pecan Pie, Basic White & Early Espresso
Wreaths – garden Green and Granny apple Green
Silver Foil Bells die cut using the Reindeer Fun Bundle.
Holly
- Basic White coloured with Granny Apple Green with a Blending Brush
- Berrys – Cherry Cobbler
Sentiment
- Christmas die cut using the Peaceful Seasons Dies
- Merry stamp from the Reindeer Fun Stamps and stamped in Real Red, die cut with die from the Stylish Shapes
Spot Light on Nature circle in Cherry Cobbler
Added after video had finished are ‘Merry’ sentiment and Bows from the Real Red & White Bakers Twine.

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Decorative Trees

Published on November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 by Michele Jutrisa

On Tuesday’s Live I have created a simple Step Card using the Stampin’ Up!® Decorative Trees Bundle. I took the inspiration for this card from Julie Davison, Julies Stamping Spot.

Below you will find measurements and my video for this card.

Measurements Used…

Cutting Measurements

	Colour	Imperial/Letter	Metric/A4
Card Base	Coastal Cabana	4 ¼ x 10”, score @ 1½, 3, 6½ 2¾ x 8½”, score @ 5½”	10.5 x 26cm, score @ 4, 8, 17cm 7 x 24cm, score @ 14.9cm
DSP	Nest of Winter DSP	1¼ x 4” 3¼ x 4”	3.5 x 10cm 8.5 x 10cm
Card Front	Basic White	2½ x 5¼”	7 x 24cm
Card Insert	Basic White	3¼ x 4”	8.5 x 10cm
Trees & sentiment	Basic White	Half sheet Card stock
Trees DSP	Boho Blue, Peach Pie & Pretty in Pink	2½ x 4” x 3 pieces	6 x 10cm x 3 pieces

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