Mosaic Garden Suite Collection – Sneak Peek

Published on August 11, 2026August 9, 2026 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.

Here’s another Sneak Peek at the gorgeous Mosaic Garden Suite Collection, coming in the September–December Stampin’ Up! Catalogue.

My Two Heroes 💙

There are two standouts for me in this suite:

🌿 Mosaic Garden Designer Series Paper
I love the beautiful small-print designs in this DSP, and of course, there’s plenty of my favourite colour—blue! In this case, it’s the gorgeous Hydrangea Hue.

✨ Tile Garden Dies
These dies are the other hero for me. They feature beautiful square designs and are a wonderful alternative to the much-loved Spotlight on Nature Dies.

My Tip for Using the Dies When Creating a Card Layout

My tip is to die-cut all the Tile Garden Dies in different colours of cardstock and keep the pieces together as your own card layout templates.

You can then move the different shapes and sizes around and layer the pieces in different ways until you find a layout you love. Once you have a design you’re happy with, you can use it as a template to create your next card.

It’s a simple way to play with your dies and plan your card design before you start cutting into your favourite cardstock and Designer Series Paper! 💙

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	Pretty Peacock	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Card Front	DSP	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Insert Mat	Prety Peacock	4 x 5¼”	10 x 14.4cm
Insert	Basic White	3⅞ x 5⅛”	9.7 x 14.1cm
Card Front Strip	Old Olive	4 x ⅝”	10 x 1.5cm
Tile Garden Dies	Basic White	4 x 4”	10 x 10cm
Tile Garden Dies	Basic White	2¾ x 2¾”	7 x 7cm

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Scrapbook Layout with Beautiful Gallery DSP & Simply Beautiful Bundle

Published on August 9, 2026August 9, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa

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A Note About the Products

Before we get started, I should mention that some of the products I’ve used on this page are no longer available. I’m creating this layout using products I already have in my stash, so while some items may still be current, others may have retired or sold out.

Don’t let that stop you from creating, though! You can easily substitute products from your own stash or use the layout as inspiration for your next scrapbook page.

Preserving Family Memories

The photos I’m using today are from my Aunt and Uncle’s wedding in the early 1960s. I don’t have very many details about their wedding, and I only had three photos to work with.

The third photo is tucked under a Flip Flap, and when I find out more details, I’ll be adding the journaling underneath the Flip Flap as well.

These photos have been floating around my craft room for some time, so I thought it was about time they found their way onto a scrapbook page!

How To..

Because these are black-and-white photos, you could really use any colours you like. I decided to use the beautiful Lost Lagoon and Secret Sea Two-Tone Cardstock for my page base.

The Designer Series Paper I used is from the Beautiful Gallery paper pack, now discontinued.

The Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper is 6″ x 6″, which means I needed to create a join in the centre of my 12″ x 12″ page.

To conceal the join a little, I turned one of the papers around until I found a section where the design matched as closely as possible.

Of course, another option would be to add some embellishments across the centre to disguise the join. Sometimes a few strategically placed flowers, leaves or other embellishments are all you need!

For the stamped flowers and leaves, I used the Simply Beautiful Bundle (discontinued). I stamped the images onto Basic Beige Two-Tone Cardstock using Secret Sea Ink.

After cutting the leaves out with the coordinating dies, I used a Blending Brush to add a little more Secret Sea Ink to the leaves, giving them some extra depth and dimension.

The sentiment is from the Beautifully Celebrated Bundle, which I also stamped using Secret Sea Ink.

At the time of writing, the Beautifully Celebrated Bundle is available in the Last Chance section of the Stampin’ Up! Online Store, so if it’s on your wish list, it may be worth checking before it disappears!

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More Details to Come

I love that this page gives these old family photos a place to be enjoyed and remembered.

And once I have more details about my Aunt and Uncle’s wedding, I’ll be able to add the story underneath the Flip Flap — making the page even more meaningful.

Sometimes we don’t have all the information when we first start a scrapbook page, and that’s okay. The important thing is getting those precious photos out of the box, off the computer or, in my case, out of the craft room and onto a page where they can be enjoyed!

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Christmas Mice

Published on August 4, 2026August 2, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa

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On this week’s Live with Michele, I created this sweet Christmas card using the Christmas Mice Bundle from the A Little Christmas Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up!®. This adorable bundle and suite will be available in September as part of the September–December Catalogue.

Last week I coloured these adorable little mice using Stampin’ Blends, but this week I wanted to show you a different look by using Stampin’ Up! Watercolour Pencils, Blender Pens, and Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper.

The design itself is simple, allowing this cute little mouse to take centre stage. I love using Watercolour Pencils because the colours blend so beautifully. With just a Blender Pen or a Water Painter, the pencil lines soften and melt together, creating a lovely hand-painted finish.

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If you use Basic White Cardstock instead of Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper, be sure to use a light touch when blending with a Blender Pen or Water Painter. Basic White Cardstock absorbs moisture much more quickly, and overworking it can cause the paper fibres to break down.

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Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper

Watercolor Pencils Assortment 1

Watercolor Pencils Assortment 2

Blender Pens

Basic White A4 Cardstock

Balmy Blue A4 Cardstock

Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad

Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad

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A Little Christmas

Published on August 2, 2026August 2, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa

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On this week’s Live with Michele, I created this sweet Christmas card using the A Little Christmas Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up!®. This adorable suite is a sneak peek from the upcoming September–December 2026 Catalogue, and it’s packed with festive inspiration for all your Christmas crafting.

I have completely fallen in love with these cute little mice! They’re full of personality and can be coloured using whatever colouring medium you enjoy most. For today’s card, I used Stampin’ Blends in Crumb Cake, Pecan Pie, and Petal Pink to colour the mice, while the gift was brought to life with Cherry Cobbler and a touch of Golden Glow Shimmer Brush for some festive sparkle.

The A Little Christmas Designer Series Paper is incredibly versatile. The “A” sides feature charming Christmas scenes with the adorable mice and festive icons, while the “B” sides offer classic plaids and stripes that will coordinate beautifully with so many Christmas projects throughout the catalogue.

I also couldn’t resist sharing another sneak peek—the Softly Woven 3D Embossing Folder. It creates such a gorgeous woven texture that adds depth and elegance to your card layers without taking attention away from the beautiful designer paper.

If you’re looking to get a head start on your Christmas crafting, this suite is sure to become a favourite!

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Stylish Shapes Dies

Lost Lagoon A4 Cardstock

Basic Beige A4 Cardstock

Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

Golden Glow Shimmer Brush

Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad

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A Wonderful Match | Grand Final Scrapbook Page

Published on July 20, 2026July 20, 2026 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.

I had so much fun creating this scrapbook layout featuring photos of my son’s Mittagong Under 15 Soccer Team after they won the Grand Final in 2016. When Stampin’ Up!® released the A Wonderful Match Suite Collection, I knew it would be perfect for these memories, so I tucked it away until I found the right photos.

To balance the bold patterned papers, I layered three different designs at varying lengths. This creates plenty of white space, allowing the photos to remain the focal point while softening the busy patterns. I also inked the edges of each paper with Memento Black Ink to add definition and help each layer stand out.

The team’s colours were green and gold, so adding a strip of coordinating cardstock across the page ties the whole layout together and reinforces the theme.

Hidden behind Patrick’s photo is a journaling tag that tells the story of the day, the team’s incredible achievement, and the journey that led them to becoming Grand Final winners. It’s a lovely interactive element that preserves the memories without overwhelming the design.

I hope this layout inspires you to pull out those special sports photos and create a page that celebrates not only the victory but also the friendships and memories made along the way.

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Moonlit Flora WV Fun Fold

Published on July 19, 2026July 19, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa

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

In this week’s Live with Michele, I created a WV Fun Fold Card featuring the beautiful Stampin’ Up!® Moonlit Flora Suite Collection.

The card base is made from Solid Core Cardstock, while the decorative layers use Designer Series Paper and Two-Tone Cardstock. Using Two-Tone Cardstock helps keep the overall card lighter, as it’s slightly thinner than standard cardstock while still providing a lovely coordinating layer.

If you’re concerned about the finished card becoming too bulky for posting, simply leave off the mat layers on Card Base A and add mat layers to Card Base B only. You’ll still achieve the beautiful layered look while keeping the card slimmer and easier to mail.

Printable Tutorial

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Moonlit Flora Suite Collection (English)

Old Olive A4 Card Stock

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

Basic Beige 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

Berry Burst 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

Golden Glow Classic Stampin' Pad

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Create Elegant Foiled Butterflies with the NEW Stampin’ Up! Hot Foil System

Published on July 12, 2026July 12, 2026 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.

The wait is finally over! On Friday’s Live with Michele, I introduced the NEW Stampin’ Up! Hot Foil System, and I had so much fun sharing this exciting new addition to our crafting tools.

If you’ve been wondering how the Hot Foil System works, this project is the perfect place to start. We explored just how easy it is to add beautiful metallic shine and elegant details to your handmade cards.

Beautiful Foiled Butterflies

Our first step was creating a collection of gorgeous butterflies using the Butterfly Flight Hot Foil Dies Bundle and the coordinating Masks.

The Hot Foil Dies create stunning foiled designs, while the coordinating Masks make it easy to add colour and dimension. By combining the two, we created butterflies with beautiful shimmer and vibrant colour that are perfect for cards, scrapbook layouts and other paper crafting projects.

Creating the Card

Once our butterflies were complete, we used the Moonlit Flora Suite Collection to create an elegant floral card.

The soft floral elements from the suite paired beautifully with the shimmering butterflies, creating a design that feels both delicate and eye-catching. Sometimes just a touch of foil is all you need to take a project from lovely to truly special.

Why You’ll Love the Hot Foil System

The new Stampin’ Up! Hot Foil System makes it simple to add professional-looking foil accents to your projects. Whether you’re creating cards, scrapbook layouts, gift packaging or home décor, the beautiful foiled finish adds that extra touch of elegance.

With a wide range of Hot Foil Dies and coordinating products becoming available, there are so many creative possibilities to explore.

Tutorial

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Watch the Replay

If you missed Friday’s Live, don’t worry! You can still watch the replay and craft along with me as I demonstrate the Hot Foil System, share my tips for getting great results, and create this beautiful butterfly card from start to finish.

I’d love to hear what you think of the new Hot Foil System. Let me know in the comments—what would you create first?

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Metallic Magic

Published on July 10, 2026July 10, 2026 by Michele Jutrisa

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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Pretty Poinsettia Christmas Card

Published on July 4, 2026July 4, 2026 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 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!

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A Day to Remember

Published on June 28, 2026June 28, 2026 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.

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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