HSS #479 | Nature Walk Thank You Card + Nature Walk Mega Stamp Camp

Leave a comment January 6, 2026 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

The first Hand Stamped Sentiments challenge of 2026 is here, and I couldn’t think of a better way to kick off the year than with the timeless elegance of the Nature Walk Suite from Stampin’ Up! 💙🌿

For HSS #479, I created a clean and layered thank you card that highlights the soft, organic beauty of this suite. The Nature Walk Designer Series Paper and Natural Hues 12X12 Textured Specialty Paper adds subtle texture and warmth, while the coordinating leaf die cut brings gentle movement and balance to the design. I kept the colour palette calm and classic, letting the details shine without overwhelming the layout.

This card design is perfect for everyday gratitude cards, sympathy cards, or even thinking-of-you projects. Simple layouts like this are wonderful to keep on hand—and the Nature Walk Suite makes it easy to create something beautiful every time.

Be sure to check out the card recipe so you can easily recreate this project in your own craft room.

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Huge Thanks — Hand Stamped Sentiments Sketch Challenge #HSS476

Leave a comment November 11, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Stampin’ Up!’s brand new Big Little Things Stamp Set (released November 4th, 2025) is full of charm and heart. I couldn’t resist using the sweet manatee image for this week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments Sketch Challenge. It’s perfect for thank-you cards, birthdays, or just-because notes — and it pairs beautifully with subtle seaside tones.

Design Tip 💡

To get this soft ombré look on your background, lightly blend Lost Lagoon ink over your embossed panel using a Blending Brush. It highlights the raised areas and brings the waves to life.

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I’d love for you to join this week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments Sketch Challenge! Use the sketch as your starting point and share your creation with us. Whether you go bold or subtle, it’s all about having fun and getting creative.

Here’s a full list of supplies used as well as a printable card recipe.

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780]	Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [122924]	Lemon Lime Twist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144245]	Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133679]
Subtles 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [165306]	Big Little Things Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [167111]	Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad [165285]	Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad [161678]	Blending Brushes [153611]
Charming Shimmer Faceted Dots [166139]	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]	Soft Waves 3 D Embossing Folder [164695]	Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236]
Take Your Pick [144107]	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]

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HSS Sketch Challenge – Gingerbreadman Bundle

Leave a comment September 30, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

I’m so excited to share my project for this week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments Sketch Challenge #473. For this card, I featured the Gingerbreadman Bundle from Stampin’ Up! to create a whimsical holiday design.

This card is full of sweet details:

A gingerbreadman, heat embossed in white on Pecan Pie cardstock.
A bold red banner stamped with “Season’s Eatings”.
Bright, cheerful die cut gumdrops.
Candy stripes from the Turtle-y Cute DSP for extra festive fun.

This project combines playful colors with holiday cheer and is a perfect way to spread smiles this season!

Here’s a full list of supplies used as well as a printable card recipe.

Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119793]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780]	Pecan Pie 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161717]	Turtle Y Cute 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [165221]	Gingerbread Man Bundle (English) [165785]
Versamark Pad [102283]	Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad [147050]	Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad [147105]	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad [147094]	Bubble Bath Classic Stampin' Pad [161664]
Basics Wow! Embossing Powder [165679]	Embossing Additions Tool Kit [159971]	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053]	Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]	Real Red & White Adhesive Backed Peppermints [164050]
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108]	Paper Trimmer [152392]	Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236]

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This cheerful card is perfect for holiday giving—and so much fun to create!

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Hand Stamped Sentiments #470 – Sketch Challenge with Terrific Toadstools

2 Comments August 19, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

I love when a sketch challenge comes together easily, and this week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge is one of those! The layout was perfect for showing off the Terrific Toadstools bundle—a current set that’s just right for fall cards. 🍂

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How to Make This Card

Card base & mats
- Gray Granite card base (5-1/2″ × 8-1/2″, score at 4-1/4″).
- Add a large Country Woods DSP panel (4″ × 5-1/4″) in the Basic Beige design.
- Layer a second coordinating DSP rectangle (2-5/8″ X 4-7/8″”) onto a Gray Granite CS (2-3/4″ x 5″) and then to the left side of the cardfront.
Leafy backdrop
- On Basic Beige (2-1/4″ × 3-1/2″, matted with a Petal Pink CS – 2-3/8″ X 3-5/8″), stamp greenery in 2nd-generation Old Olive to keep it light and layered.
Mushrooms (Terrific Toadstools)
- Caps: stamp in 2nd-generation Calypso Coral and 2nd-generation Early Espresso.
- Stems: stamp in full-strength Gray Granite.
- Use a sponge dauber with Memento Black to softly ink the edges for depth.
- Fussy cut and pop up with Dimensionals.
Sentiment & assembly
- Stamp a sentiment using Memento Black Ink on a slim strip (1/2″ X 1-1/2″) and adhere beside the focal panel.
Finishing touches
- Sprinkle Muted Palette Dots to balance the corners and add a soft sheen.

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HSS467 Sketch Challenge | Featuring Coneflower Celebration

Leave a comment July 8, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

It’s time for another Hand Stamped Sentiments challenge—this week is a sketch challenge and I absolutely loved working with it! I chose the stunning Coneflower Celebration bundle (currently out of stock—but more on that below!) to build my card around.

I paired it with elements from the Country Woods 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper for a warm and earthy base, then added a beautiful pop of colour with the Strawberry Slush 3/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon. This ribbon is so pretty, ties beautifully, and the colour is truly exquisite.

🌼 Card Details:

Stamping: The coneflower was stamped in Early Espresso Ink and coloured using Stampin’ Blends in Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger, and Pecan Pie.
Stem: Stamped in Early Espresso and coloured with Old Olive Stampin’ Blends.
Layering: The background includes a Textured Notes die-cut panel and Country Woods DSP.
Details: I added some Early Espresso ink speckling, a trio of Adhesive-backed Textured Dots, and layered everything with dimension for a card that really pops.

💡 Tips & Tricks:

Speckling Technique: Use an empty Water Painter or stiff bristle brush to flick diluted Early Espresso ink lightly across your background for organic splatter effects. Sometimes I use the reinkers to get a richer colour.

Blending Colours: For a soft ombré petal effect, start with the darkest colour at the petal base and blend out using the lighter tone in small circular motions. For these petals I also combined Strawberry Slush with Timid Tiger. The coneflower center is Timid Tiger combined with Pecan Pie.

Here is a full list of the supplies I used:

Basic White 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Thick Cardstock [166782]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780]	Country Woods 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [163393]	Coneflower Celebration Bundle (English) [165251]	Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [147114]
Strawberry Slush Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [165290]	Timid Tiger Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [165291]	Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161674]	Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154892]	Strawberry Slush 3/8" (1 Cm) Faux Linen Ribbon [165274]
Adhesive Backed Textured Dots [163338]	Textured Notes Dies [165555]	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236]

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As of today, the Coneflower Celebration bundle is currently unavailable. However, Stampin’ Up! now has a fantastic “Notify Me” feature on all product pages!
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📌 Ready to get inspired? Head over to the HSS467 Challenge Page to see more interpretations of this fun sketch!

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Sweet Jar Birthday Card – HSS464 Sketch Challenge

Leave a comment May 27, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

This week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge is a sketch challenge (HSS464) and I’m excited to share my interpretation using some of the newest and sweetest products from Stampin’ Up!

I’ve used the Sweet Jar bundle along with the Florals in Bloom 12×12 Designer Series Paper to create a playful birthday card full of charm—and hearts!

Here’s my design for the challenge:

🌸 Project Details:

Card base: Secret Sea cardstock (8½” x 5½”, scored at 4¼”)
DSP strips: I layered two coordinating pieces from the Florals in Bloom DSP—one vertical strip with a bold Strawberry Slush cross pattern and a shorter Cloud Cover stripe across the jar for visual balance.
Jar & hearts: I stamped the jar outline in Secret Sea and filled it with layered heart stamps in Strawberry Slush full strength and 2nd generation inks. The lid was also stamped in Sweet Sorbet. Both parts were punched out using the coordinating punch.
Sentiment: “Happy Birthday” is stamped in Secret Sea on a stitched banner die-cut (from the Stylish Shapes dies).
Embellishments: I finished the card with three Strawberry Slush 2025–2027 In Color Flat Pearls, adding the perfect pop of coordinating colour.

The circle, banner and jar are mounted with Stampin’ Dimensionals to give that fun layered look that really makes the jar pop!

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A Big Welcome for HSS461 – Sketch Challenge with the Cutest Onesie

Leave a comment April 15, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

This week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge #461 is a sketch challenge, and I couldn’t resist reaching for the Cutest Onesie stamp set to create this sweet baby card!

Here’s the card I created:

I started with a Lost Lagoon card base and built up the layers inspired by the sketch. I combined two fun paper textures for interest: a strip of Timeless Plaid 6″x6″ Designer Series Paper on the right side, and a piece of Old Olive cardstock embossed with the Mini Corrugated Embossing Folder. I love how the plaid and corrugation add warmth and a cozy texture—perfect for a baby card!

The background panel is stamped with sweet star doodles from the Cutest Onesie set, and I popped up a white onesie, also from the set, stamped and die-cut to sit center stage. The tiny hanger adds such an adorable detail, don’t you think?

I finished it off with a welcoming sentiment stamped in Old Olive Ink and a few coordinating embellishments (Adhesive-backed Rainbow Dots).

Whether you’re welcoming a new bundle of joy or just want to stock your stash of baby cards, this sketch was a great inspiration point. Join us over at Hand Stamped Sentiments and share what you make!

Here is a full list of the supplies I used:

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$12.25	$12.25	$15.00	$12.25	$43.00	$15.00
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Hand Stamped Sentiments 458: Sketch Challenge with Birthday Celebration Bundle

Leave a comment March 4, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

This week at Hand Stamped Sentiments, we’re excited to bring you a sketch challenge! Challenge #458 is all about creativity and interpretation, and I’m using the Birthday Celebration Bundle along with the Wildflower Birthday Designer Series Paper (DSP) to bring this sketch to life.

Here’s the Sketch for This Week’s Challenge:

Here’s the card I created:

A Closer Look at My Card Design

For this festive birthday card, I followed the sketch layout and added my own creative twist using the Birthday Celebration Bundle and Wildflower Birthday DSP. Here are the details:

Card Base: I started with a Blueberry Bushel cardstock base, which complements the floral tones in the DSP beautifully.

Layered Elements: The background is a vibrant piece of Wildflower Birthday DSP, with a Pool Party banner added horizontally across the card and Pretty In Pink die cut flowers on the sentiment label.

Banner Detail: The banner was textured using the brand-new Online Exclusive Corrugated 3D Embossing Folder, adding beautiful dimension to the design.

Focal Point: The “Make a Wish” sentiment from the Birthday Celebration stamp set is stamped in Blueberry Bushel ink on a stitched square die-cut. The square was created by double cutting the large banner from the Birthday Celebration dies.

Embellishments: Behind the sentiment, I added a bow made with Gold Trim, giving the card an elegant touch. To complete the look, I accented the card with Blueberry Bushel gems from the Tinsel Gem 4-Pack for extra sparkle.

I hope this inspires you to get crafty and play along with this week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments Sketch Challenge. Let me know in the comments – how will you interpret this sketch? 😊🎉

Here is a full list of the supplies I used:

Blueberry Bushel 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $18.00	Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Pretty In Pink 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Soft Sea Foam 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Wildflower Birthday 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper & Sticker Sheet (English) $29.25
Birthday Celebration Bundle (English) $56.50	Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Gold & Silver 1/8" (3.2 Mm) Trim Combo Pack $12.25	Tinsel Gems Four Pack $11.00	Stampin' Dimensionals $6.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $8.25
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $177.00

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