Throwback Thursday: A Sweet Elephant Surprise

Leave a comment June 20, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

This week’s Throwback Thursday card brings all the heartwarming feels with a gentle nod to the past. I used the retired Wildly Happy stamp set—one of my all-time favourites for baby cards. Those adorable elephants are stamped in Basic Gray and softly coloured with Smoky Slate Blends, making them the perfect centrepiece for this new baby design.

To keep the card fresh and on-trend, I paired the stamped panel with the cheerful floral print from the 2025–2027 In Color 6×6 Designer Series Paper. The soft Timid Tiger background gives just the right pop of warmth and coordinates beautifully with the sweet Lost Lagoon sentiment:

“So tiny…so small…so loved by all.”

The finishing touch? Sparkle! I added a trio of the new Strawberry Slush and Pretty in Pink Gems—they catch the light and add just a bit of shimmer without overwhelming the soft colour palette.

🌟 Design Details:

Stamp Set: Retired Wildly Happy
Ink: Basic Gray and Lost Lagoon
Colouring: Smoky Slate Blends
DSP: 2025–2027 In Color 6×6 Designer Series Paper
Embellishments: Strawberry Slush and Pretty in Pink Gems
Cardstock: Basic White, Lost Lagoon (layering strip)

💡 Tip: When using DSP as a card panel, cut your layering cardstock and DSP into strips and layer them behind the elephants. It saves paper and nobody will ever know!

✨ Whether you’re making cards to welcome a little one or simply revisiting favourite stamp sets, blending retired treasures with current supplies is a fun and budget-friendly way to craft.

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Welcome a Little One in Style with This Handmade Baby Card!

Leave a comment April 16, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Looking for the perfect card to celebrate a new arrival? Today’s project is a sweet and simple handmade baby card featuring the adorable Cutest Onesie Bundle from Stampin’ Up!®. This easy card idea is perfect for new baby gifts, baby showers, or to tuck into a handmade baby gift basket.

Here’s a closer look at what I used to create this project:

Cardstock Base: Lost Lagoon
Designer Series Paper (DSP): Timeless Plaid (on the Last Chance List—grab it while supplies last!)
Accent Strip: Pebbled Path cardstock
Focal Image: Onesie die cut from the Cutest Onesie Bundle, stamped with a sweet star image and tucked perfectly into the coordinating hanger die cut—the die even cuts the collar so you can slip the hanger inside!
Embellishments: Adhesive-backed Textured Dots for a simple, gender-neutral shine

This baby card came together during one of my Facebook Live crafting sessions—you can watch the replay here and craft along with me!

Here is a list of all the supplies I used:

$15.75	$15.75	$20.00	$17.00	$37.75	$12.25
$12.25	$15.00	$11.00	$41.00	$8.25	$6.00

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Stampin’ Up!® just launched a brand-new way for you to earn perks while you shop—introducing the Stampin’ Rewards Program!

Here’s how it works:
✔️ Place a qualifying order ($25+ canadian) and opt in to the rewards program
✔️ Earn Stampin’ Rewards (10%) automatically—no codes or tracking needed
✔️ Redeem those rewards on future orders for even more fun crafty goodies!

🛑 Important: You must be logged into your customer account and opted into the rewards program to start earning. If you check out as a guest, you won’t collect rewards.

💡 Need help getting started or want a personalized cart built for you? Just reach out—I’d be happy to help!

🎨 Design Tips:

Switch up the color palette for a baby girl or gender-neutral look—try Soft Sea Foam, Petal Pink, or Crumb Cake!
Add a sentiment inside like “Welcome, little one” or “So tiny, so loved.”
Pair with a handmade baby blanket or onesie for the ultimate personalized gift!

Don’t miss out on the Timeless Plaid DSP—it’s on the retiring list and only available while supplies last!

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Thanks for visiting the blog today! Drop a comment if you loved this ocean-themed card, and don’t forget to pin it or share it with a crafty friend. Until next week –

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Coast to Coast Creators Blog Hop – April 2025

Leave a comment April 14, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Welcome to the April edition of the Coast to Coast Creators Blog Hop! We’re a group of talented Stampin’ Up! demonstrators from across Canada, and we hop together on the 14th of every month to share creative inspiration and celebrate the art of stamping.

This month, we’re spotlighting the stunning 2023–2025 In Colors, which are retiring soon. If you’ve been holding out on these trendy shades—now’s the time to stock up before they’re gone! *Boho Blue cardstock and ink are already gone!

💗 My Project: Moody Mauve Baby Card

For this hop, I chose to go monochromatic with Moody Mauve, a warm, rich mauve tone that’s perfect for baby cards, floral themes, and soft romantic projects. It’s one of my all-time favorite In Colors, and I’m sad to see it go!

Supplies Used:

Cutest Onesie Stamp Set & Dies
Painted Stripes Background Stamp (Online Exclusive!)
Moody Mauve Cardstock, Stampin Blends & Ink
Stylish Shapes Dies (for the stitched circle)
Gold Twisted Thread
Iridescent Foil Gems

The soft striped background was stamped with the Painted Stripes background stamp in Moody Mauve ink, adding a bold but gentle pattern. I layered a stitched circle from the Stylish Shapes Dies, added the adorable onesie from the Cutest Onesie bundle, and finished it off with gold trim and sequins for a bit of sparkle. 💫

The sentiment, “A big welcome to your new baby,” is perfect for welcoming a sweet little one—and the scattered heart details add an extra dose of love.

💙 Hop Along With Us!

You won’t want to miss what the rest of the Coast to Coast Creators have made this month! These demonstrators are so creative and bring a wide range of styles and techniques to inspire you:

👉 Click the link below to visit each blog and leave a little love 💕

📌 Why Now’s the Time to Shop the 2023–2025 In Colors

These beautiful In Colors—Moody Mauve, Pebbled Path, Wild Wheat, Boho Blue, and Copper Clay—are retiring soon! That means:

Cardstock, ink pads, refills, ribbon, and DSP are only available while supplies last.
These shades won’t be coming back, so don’t miss out!
They’re perfect for coordinating with current and upcoming bundles.

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Thanks for stopping by my blog today! Whether you’re welcoming a new baby or just saying goodbye to a favorite color, I hope you found a little inspiration. Don’t forget to check out the rest of the blog hop for more ideas using the retiring 2023–2025 In Colors!

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SAB Sunday – Adorable Owls

4 Comments January 8, 2023 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Today (and every Sunday during Sale-a-bration Jan 5 – Feb 28) I am going to post a video sharing a Sale-a-bration product and show you items you can purchase to earn it for FREE! This morning’s card featured the Adorable Owls combined with the Enjoy the Journey DSP and Greatest Journey stamp set. This card was created using a Sketch Challenge from Freshly Made Sketches. My favourite way to start a crafting session is to use a sketch – really gets the creativity flowing.

Want to get these Adorable Owls for yourself – for FREE? There are two quick ways to do that – that even get you some bonus stamping.

You can use my host code link: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=K93B3Y6W and get my weekly card class make’n’take featuring the Adorable Owls. See all the class details here: https://stampinwithleah.ca/2023/01/04/adorable-owls-alphabet-a-la-mode-card-class-to-go

You can register for my Enjoy the Journey Stamp Camp by purchasing the suite (I used the DSP and stamp set to create todays’ card) and you will earn at least one FREE SAB item. https://form.jotform.com/leahdixon41/enjoy-the-journey-mega-stamp-camp

You can view the replay of this card class here. Make sure to subscribe to my You Tube channel while you are there so you don’t miss any of my other crafty creations.

Want to know more about Sale-a-bration? Did you LOVE the Boho Blue Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine I used in the video?

There are 3 ways you can get in on the Sale-a-bration fun.

SHOP HERE: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=K93B3Y6W

Email me to host a party! leahdixon41@gmail.com

For every $60 or $120 purchase you make ( before shipping and taxes) you can earn FREE product from the Sale-a-bration catalogue. When you host (or shop) a party that is over $375 (before shipping and taxes) you earn additional FREE Stampin’ Up! exclusive product. Or you can join my team ( the Ink Pad Pals) for JUST $130 or $175 depending on the option you choose.

Option 1: The exclusive Boho Blue Mini Machine ($85 value) + your choice of $225 of Stampin’ Up! products for only $175 (no shipping!).
Option 2: The original white Mini Machine ($85 value) + your choice of $225 of Stampin’ Up! products for only $175 (no shipping!).
Option 3: Your choice of $225 of Stampin’ Up! products for only $135 (no shipping!).

Looking for some more fun stamping experiences in person or online? If you are local to Port Coquitlam, join me in person for Coffee and Cards or contact me to book your own card class. If you are not local, I have an upcoming online Stamp Camp. See the details for both events below, you can also always check out my calendar of events at my website.

See the details and register here: https://form.jotform.com/leahdixon41/coffee–cards—jan-28th

See the details & register here: https://form.jotform.com/leahdixon41/enjoy-the-journey-mega-stamp-camp

Orders over $65 will also receive a special thank you PDF Tutorial Bundle.

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Adorable Owls & Alphabet A La Mode Card Class To Go

Leave a comment January 4, 2023 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Join me every Wednesday morning for a FREE with purchase Card Class To Go. This week I featured Stampin’ Up!’s Alphabet A La Mode dies paired with the FREE (with a $60 purchase) Sale-a-bration stamp set Adorable Owls. You can see the replay of this week’s class below as well as more information about Sale-a-bration.

When you place an order ($50 minimum before tax and shipping) by the end of the day on Sunday, January 1st, I will send you the Make and Takes for this week’s class FREE! If you’d like the Make and Takes for this week’s class, make sure to use host code K93B3Y6W.

For this week’s projects, you’ll want the following items to complete the projects as instructed:

STAMPS/DIES: Adorable Owls stamp set (these can be earned beginning Jan 5th, 2023 with a $60 purchase)
INK: Memento Black Ink, Bermuda Bay
STAMPIN’ BLENDS: Smoky Slate, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Pool Party, Calypso Coral, Highland Heather
ADHESIVES: Liquid Glue, Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots
EXTRAS: Blending Brush

I don’t send any prestamped images per Stampin’ Up! policy. You can substitute the items listed for supplies you already own as well.

Your order must be in by the end of the day on Sunday, January 8th, 2023 to get these Make and Takes. I will ship packets on January 11th, 2023.

Click here to order and get these Make and Takes for FREE!

Orders of $70 or more: Get the 6 card kits AND a pack of Heart Pearls!

You can view the replay of this card class here. Make sure to subscribe to my You Tube channel while you are there so you don’t miss any of my other crafty creations.

Here are the three cards I created for you:

Want to know more about Sale-a-bration? There are 3 ways you can get in on the fun.

Option 1: The exclusive Boho Blue Mini Machine ($85 value) + your choice of $225 of Stampin’ Up! products for only $175 (no shipping!).
Option 2: The original white Mini Machine ($85 value) + your choice of $225 of Stampin’ Up! products for only $175 (no shipping!).
Option 3: Your choice of $225 of Stampin’ Up! products for only $135 (no shipping!).

Orders over $65 will also receive a special thank you PDF Tutorial Bundle.

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Wildly Happy Baby Card

3 Comments April 6, 2021 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

I LOVE having a reason to create and when I created this card I actually had 3 reasons to make it!

Most importantly – my cousin and his wife just welcomed their first child into the world – Welcome Harriet Batchelor!

Secondly I wanted to participate in two different challenges. The Global Design Project (#GDP286) and the Hand Stamped Sentiments Inspiration Challenge (#HSSIC361).

My third reason to create this card was to highlight some of our soon to be retiring products from Stampin Up! I don’t want to miss out on a minute of playing with some of my favourite supplies. I also don’t want you to miss out on grabbing these while you still can! See below for a full list of supplies used ( and click the links to purchase – some even have sale pricing right now!)

For all the details on how I created this card check out my video below or pop over to my Facebook page. Will you are there, make sure to follow or subscribe to my page so you get notified every Tuesday when I post a new project.

Product List

Blushing Bride 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131198] $12.00	Ice Cream Corner Designer Series Paper [154567] $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $13.25	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $12.00	Stitched Shapes Dies [152323] $41.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $8.25	Flirty Flamingo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154884] $12.00	Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154882] $12.00	Versamark Pad [102283] $13.00	White Stampin' Emboss Powder [109132] $8.25
Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053] $41.00	Simply Shammy [147042] $11.00	Ornate Garden Ribbon Combo Pack [152479] $9.50	Gold Glitter Enamel Dots [152155] $11.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $14.00
Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $5.50	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $5.50	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stampin' Seal+ [149699] $16.25	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $5.50
Paper Snips [103579] $13.50	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673] $82.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780]	Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133679]	2025–2027 In Color™ 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [165300]	Wildly Happy Cling Stamp Set [149408]
Basic Gray Classic Stampin' Pad [149165]	Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad [161678]	Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154904]	Strawberry Slush & Pretty In Pink Gems [165615]	Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236]
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

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