Friendly Seagulls Card Class To Go: Create Adorable Projects & Earn a Free Make-and-Take Kit!

Welcome to this month’s card class featuring the adorable Friendly Gulls stamp set! If you love lighthearted and fun designs, this class is perfect for you. Not only will you learn how to create cheerful projects, but you can also earn a FREE Make-and-Take kit to craft along with me! You can see the replay of this month’s class and learn about how to get your make’n’take kit for this class below.

How to Join the Fun

When you place an order of $75 or more (before tax and shipping) by Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, I will send you the Make-and-Take kit for this month’s class completely FREE! These kits include pre-cut cardstock, embellishments, and all the materials you’ll need to create the projects. Simply add your own stamps, ink, and tools to craft your cards as shown.

This month’s class features the Friendly Gulls stamp set—a must-have for fun, summery, coastal vibes. Plus, you can earn this stamp set for FREE during Sale-A-Bration with a $75 order!

What You’ll Need

To complete this month’s projects as designed, you’ll need the following supplies:


Paper Snips
[103579]
$16.50

Important: Due to Stampin’ Up! policy, I cannot provide pre-stamped images in your kit. However, you can substitute any similar items you already own to complete the projects.

Key Dates to Remember

  • Order Deadline: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025
  • Make-and-Take Kit Shipping: Saturday, January 18th, 2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to craft with me and create fun cards using the Friendly Gulls set. Whether you’re a seasoned stamper or just starting out, this class will inspire your creativity and brighten your crafting time.

Don’t live in Canada? You can still get the tutorial for this class from my Crafting Class Tutorials To Go section of my blog. You’ll find this tutorial and many others there for purchase.

Watch the Replay

Couldn’t make it live? No problem! You can watch the replay of the class below and craft along at your own pace. Don’t forget to pause and rewind as needed! 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 Cards We Created Together

This month’s class features three adorable card designs using the Friendly Gulls stamp set! Your Make-and-Take kit will include the pre-cut cardstock, Designer Series Paper (DSP), die-cut shapes, and embellishments you need to create these projects. However, you may want to add the following products to your crafting collection for future projects:


Exciting Updates

New Scrapbooking Line: Expand your creativity with Stampin’ Up!’s brand-new scrapbooking collection.

New Kits: Don’t miss the latest Stampin’ Up! kits—perfect for quick crafting!

Join Me for More Stamping Fun

Looking for more ways to craft? Here’s how you can connect with me:

  • In-Person Events: If you’re local to Port Coquitlam, join me for Coffee and Cards or book your own card class.
  • On-Line Events: Join my Floral Delights Stamp Camp – deadline to register is Jan 10th!
  • Ink Pad Pals Team: Join my team for exclusive perks, discounts, and a supportive crafting community. Plus, there’s an amazing deal on right now!

Get Even More Perks

Orders over $65 (and members of my Ink Pad Pals team) qualify to receive a fantastic 40-project Tutorial Bundle as a thank-you from me. Want to stay updated on all my events and classes? Subscribe to my newsletter!

Shop & Connect

Thank you for crafting with me—I can’t wait to see what you create! Don’t forget to leave a comment below and follow this blog for more inspiration.


Bright & Cheery Hand Stamped Sentiments Colour Challenge

This week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge (#HSS454) is a vibrant Colour Challenge that’s sure to spark your creativity! I couldn’t wait to dive in using the new Terrific Toadstools Stamp Set and Punch Bundle. To add texture, I used the Soft Waves 3D Embossing Folder, along with a beautiful piece of the SAB-exclusive Toadstool Gardens Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up!

The talented Hand Stamped Sentiments Design Team has created stunning projects with this colour palette. Hop over to their page to see all the amazing creations and join the challenge!

My Card Design

Here’s my card inspired by this bright and playful color combination:

The adorable Terrific Toadstools Bundle made it so easy to create this whimsical design. The textured background from the Soft Waves Embossing Folder adds the perfect finishing touch, don’t you think? You can find all these products in my shop beginning Jan 7th, 2025!

Special Offers and Upcoming Events

When you use my host code (QFG6CMDQ) this month, I’ll send you a link to an exclusive 38-Project Tutorial Bundle as a thank-you!

Local or Online Events

  • Coffee and Cards: Join me in Port Coquitlam on February 15th or book your own private class!
  • Floral Delight MEGA Stamp Camp: Join the online stamp camp on Jan 25 & 26th, featuring 12 amazing cards!

Looking for more ways to enjoy stamping? Join my Stampin’ Up! Ink Pad Pals team!

  • Save 20%+ on your orders.
  • Get free access to my monthly card class tutorials.
  • Enjoy our monthly team meetings with stamping fun and collaboration.

During Sale-a-bration there are even more perks to joining.

  • Option 1 – Join our crafting community as a new demonstrator and you can get $165 CAD worth of products PLUS a choice of two Stampin’ Write Marker Assortments AND the Handmade Designs Cling Stamp Set, an exclusive stamp set designed to work with the markers. That’s a $294 CAD value all for just $135 CAD!
  • Option 2 – Join Stampin’ Up! during Sale-A-Bration and get $165 CAD worth of product PLUS an additional $41 CAD worth of product of your choice when you join for $135 CAD. That’s a $206 CAD value!

Contact me to find out more or see the details on my website.

Join now!

Stay Connected

Want to stay in the loop for all upcoming events, sales, and inspiration?

Live in Canada and don’t have a demonstrator? Contact me to get a catalog and find out why now is the perfect time to join my team!

Leave a comment below and don’t forget to subscribe to this blog for more crafty inspiration!

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A Happy Hibiscus Card Tutorial!

Hi, friends!

I wanted to let you know there won’t be a live video today as I’m spending time with family. Thank you for your understanding! I’ll be back soon to share more crafty inspiration and fun projects with you.

In the meantime, I’m excited to share this beautiful card I created using the online-exclusive Happy Hibiscus stamp set and hybrid embossing folder. This set is packed with tropical vibes and stunning details, perfect for adding a touch of sunshine to your projects!

Card Details

Here’s a closer look at the card:

The vibrant hibiscus flower is the star of this card, complemented by the intricate embossed background created with the hybrid embossing folder. I used a bright color palette to bring the tropical theme to life, but you can customize it to fit your style!

You can find a full list of materials used below. You can order any of these supplies from me here: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=X7VTGRN4


Paper Snips
[103579]
$16.50

To create this card – emboss a 4″ X 5-1/4″ piece of Basic White with the Happy Hibiscus embossing folder and a ttach to the Thick Basic White cardbase. Then die cut and emboss two of the flowers using the hybrid dies. Add Daffodil Delight and Flirty Flamingo Ink to the cut outs using sponge daubers and/or blending brushes.

Then use a blending brush to add Balmy Blue Ink to a Greetings of the Season tag die cut. Stamp the sentiment in Balmy Blue and attach the flowers around it. Add the twine to the top and use Dimensionals to attach the tag to the card front. Finally, embellish with Iridescent Pearls. This is a simple card to create and you can have so much fun switching up the colours.

When you place a $65 order this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 29 project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you!

I hope this card inspires you to get creative! Let me know in the comments if you’ve tried these fabulous products yet or if you have any questions about the process. I’d love to see what you’re making!

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Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge # 453- Inspiration Challenge

This week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments challenge is a festive Inspiration Challenge. I used the very fun Humble Home stamp set and punch bundle, from Stampin’ Up! The rest of the design team have also created beautiful cards using the inspiration collage below. Hop over to the Hand Stamped Sentiments page to view them all and then join the challenge.

Here is my card created using this inspiration collage. You could have fun switching up the DSP and colour schemes too.

You can find a full list of materials used below, as well as a printable recipe card for making this Humble Home card. You can order any of these supplies from me here: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=X7VTGRN4


In addition, when you use my host code this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 29 project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you!

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 on Jan 4th or contact me to book your own card class. Check out my calendar of events at my website.

I also have a Kit Night (register below) and a New Mini Catalogue Launch (details coming up soon).

Yet another FABULOUS way to stamp with me is to join my team. It is a great deal on your supplies, plus you get 20%+ off your future orders. The best part though is that you get free access to my monthly card class to go tutorials, my crafty collaborations MEGA tutorial each month and we have monthly team meetings where we stamp together. So much fun!

To make sure you learn about all my upcoming events and don’t miss any sales join my newsletter or check out everything at linktr.ee/stampinwithleah. You can also sign up for my newsletter (link below) so you don’t miss out on any of my events.

Live in Canada, don’t have a demonstrator? Contact me to get a catalogue or find out why right now is a great time to join my team.

Please leave a comment below and make sure to follow this blog for more great inspiration!

Click here to shop my online store.
Click here to access & view the current catalogs.
Click here to subscribe to those fun Paper Pumpkin kits of creativity!
Click here for more information about joining my Online Monthly Technique Club. Earn even more goodies by joining a club!
Click here to learn more about joining my Ink Pad Pals Team. Get the MOST rewards including a discount on future products!
Follow me on social media! I share regularly on PinterestYouTube, and Facebook!
Please subscribe to my newsletter, too! Click here and enter your email. When you include your birthday you will even be added to my birthday card mailing list 🙂


Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge # 452- Sketch Challenge

This week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments challenge is a fantastic Sketch Challenge. I used the Winterly Treetops stamp set and dies bundle, from Stampin’ Up! The rest of the design team have also created beautiful cards using the lovely sketch below. Hop over to the Hand Stamped Sentiments page to view them all and then join the challenge.

Here is my card created using this great sketch. I created a thank you card, but this could easily be turned into a Christmas card or a card for any other occasion.

You can find a full list of materials used below, as well as a printable recipe card for making this Winterly Treetops card. You can order any of these supplies from me here: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=NJWTYMDG


In addition, when you use my host code this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 36 project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you!

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 on December 7th or contact me to book your own card class. Check out my calendar of events at my website.

I also have a BRAND NEW EVENT being offered. We will create 4 cards and play BINGO online – so you can join from ANYWHERE in Canada!

Yet another FABULOUS way to stamp with me is to join my team. It is a great deal on your supplies, plus you get 20%+ off your future orders. The best part though is that you get free access to my monthly card class to go tutorials, my crafty collaborations MEGA tutorial each month and we have monthly team meetings where we stamp together. So much fun!

To make sure you learn about all my upcoming events and don’t miss any sales join my newsletter or check out everything at linktr.ee/stampinwithleah. You can also sign up for my newsletter (link below) so you don’t miss out on any of my events.

Live in Canada, don’t have a demonstrator? Contact me to get a catalogue or find out why right now is a great time to join my team.

Please leave a comment below and make sure to follow this blog for more great inspiration!

Click here to shop my online store.
Click here to access & view the current catalogs.
Click here to subscribe to those fun Paper Pumpkin kits of creativity!
Click here for more information about joining my Online Monthly Technique Club. Earn even more goodies by joining a club!
Click here to learn more about joining my Ink Pad Pals Team. Get the MOST rewards including a discount on future products!
Follow me on social media! I share regularly on PinterestYouTube, and Facebook!
Please subscribe to my newsletter, too! Click here and enter your email. When you include your birthday you will even be added to my birthday card mailing list 🙂


Winter Meadow Gift Card Holder

Every week I go live on my FB – this week I featured the Winter Meadow DSP from the annual catalogue and the Christmas Labels bundle from the Sep – Dec Mini Catalogue to create a fast and beautiful gift card holder.

Here are some other gift card holders using the same design, just decorated differently.

You can find a full list of materials used below, as well as a printable recipe card for making this gift card holder. You can order any of these supplies from me here: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=NJWTYMDG


Winter Meadow 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$17.00
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
$18.00
Christmas Labels Bundle (English)
$64.75
Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad
$12.25
1-3/4" (4.4 Cm) Circle Punch
$32.00
Nested Essentials Dies
$47.00
Paper Trimmer
$39.00
Tear & Tape Adhesive
$9.50
Stampin' Dimensionals
$6.00

Here is the replay of the video where I created this quick and easy gift card holder.

When you place a $65 order this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 36 project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you! I am also offering a FREE Mystery Embellishment for order over $75 this month using my host code!

Looking for some more fun stamping experiences in person or online?

Check out my Weekly LIVE videos on Wednesdays at 9am Pacific Time. ( Facebook and You Tube)

If you are local to Port Coquitlam, join me in person for Coffee and Cards on December 7th (my November class sold out – but you can still get the PDF from my card classes to go page) or contact me to book your own card class. Check out my calendar of events at my website.

I am also offering an ONLINE Bingo night Dec 30th. We will create 4 cards and play some Bingo. See all the details below.

To make sure you learn about all my upcoming events and don’t miss any sales join my newsletter or check out everything at linktr.ee/stampinwithleah. You can also sign up for my newsletter (link below) so you don’t miss out on any of my events.

Live in Canada, don’t have a demonstrator? Contact me to get a catalogue or find out why right now is a great time to join my team.

Please leave a comment below and make sure to follow this blog for more great inspiration!

Click here to shop my online store.
Click here to access & view the current catalogs.
Click here to subscribe to those fun Paper Pumpkin kits of creativity!
Click here for more information about joining my Online Monthly Technique Club. Earn even more goodies by joining a club!
Click here to learn more about joining my Ink Pad Pals Team. Get the MOST rewards including a discount on future products!
Follow me on social media! I share regularly on PinterestYouTube, and Facebook!
Please subscribe to my newsletter, too! Click here and enter your email. When you include your birthday you will even be added to my birthday card mailing list 🙂


Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge # 451- Colour Challenge

This week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments challenge is a beautiful Colour Challenge. I used the Humble Home stamp set and punch bundle, from Stampin’ Up! The rest of the design team have also created beautiful cards using the wonderful colour combo below. Hop over to the Hand Stamped Sentiments page to view them all and then join the challenge.

Here is my card created using these great colours. I created a Christmas card, but this could easily be turned into a new home card or a thank you card.

You can find a full list of materials used below, as well as a printable recipe card for making this Humble Home card. You can order any of these supplies from me here: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=NJWTYMDG


In addition, when you use my host code this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 36 project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you!

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 on December 7th or contact me to book your own card class. Check out my calendar of events at my website.

I also have a BRAND NEW EVENT being offered. We will create 4 cards and play BINGO online – so you can join from ANYWHERE in Canada!

Yet another FABULOUS way to stamp with me is to join my team. It is a great deal on your supplies, plus you get 20%+ off your future orders. The best part though is that you get free access to my monthly card class to go tutorials, my crafty collaborations MEGA tutorial each month and we have monthly team meetings where we stamp together. So much fun!

Finally, there is a Seasonal Sale going on Nov 13 – 15! This is a great time to restock your stash, do some Christmas shopping for yourself or a friend, or get ready for upcoming events ( like Christmas thank you cards!)

To make sure you learn about all my upcoming events and don’t miss any sales join my newsletter or check out everything at linktr.ee/stampinwithleah. You can also sign up for my newsletter (link below) so you don’t miss out on any of my events.

Live in Canada, don’t have a demonstrator? Contact me to get a catalogue or find out why right now is a great time to join my team.

Please leave a comment below and make sure to follow this blog for more great inspiration!

Click here to shop my online store.
Click here to access & view the current catalogs.
Click here to subscribe to those fun Paper Pumpkin kits of creativity!
Click here for more information about joining my Online Monthly Technique Club. Earn even more goodies by joining a club!
Click here to learn more about joining my Ink Pad Pals Team. Get the MOST rewards including a discount on future products!
Follow me on social media! I share regularly on PinterestYouTube, and Facebook!
Please subscribe to my newsletter, too! Click here and enter your email. When you include your birthday you will even be added to my birthday card mailing list 🙂


Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge # 450- Inspiration Challenge

This week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments challenge is a gorgeous Inpsiration Challenge. I used the One of a Kind stamp set and the Christmas labels bundle, both from Stampin’ Up! The rest of the design team have also created beautiful cards using the inspirational images below. Hop over to the Hand Stamped Sentiments page to view them all and then join the challenge.

Here is my card created using this inspiration. It was a lot of embossing – but the result is stunning. I LOVE non-traditional Christmas colours so had to create with the fabulous Bubble Bath pink.

You can find a full list of materials used below, as well as a printable recipe card for making this One of A Kind snowflake card. You can order any of these supplies from me here: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=NJWTYMDG


Paper Snips
[103579]
$16.50

In addition, when you use my host code this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 39 project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you!

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 on November 9th or contact me to book your own card class. Check out my calendar of events at my website.

Yet another FABULOUS way to stamp with me is to join my team. It is a great deal on your supplies, plus you get 20% off your future orders. The best part though is that you get free access to my monthly card class to go tutorials, my crafty collaborations MEGA tutorial each month and we have monthly team meetings where we stamp together. So much fun!

Finally, there is a great kit sale – and boy do we have some good ones! Check it out on line!

To make sure you learn about all my upcoming events and don’t miss any sales join my newsletter or check out everything at linktr.ee/stampinwithleah. You can also sign up for my newsletter (link below) so you don’t miss out on any of my events.

Live in Canada, don’t have a demonstrator? Contact me to get a catalogue or find out why right now is a great time to join my team.

Please leave a comment below and make sure to follow this blog for more great inspiration!

Click here to shop my online store.
Click here to access & view the current catalogs.
Click here to subscribe to those fun Paper Pumpkin kits of creativity!
Click here for more information about joining my Online Monthly Technique Club. Earn even more goodies by joining a club!
Click here to learn more about joining my Ink Pad Pals Team. Get the MOST rewards including a discount on future products!
Follow me on social media! I share regularly on PinterestYouTube, and Facebook!
Please subscribe to my newsletter, too! Click here and enter your email. When you include your birthday you will even be added to my birthday card mailing list 🙂


Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge # 449- Sketch Challenge

This week’s Hand Stamped Sentiments challenge is a unique Sketch Challenge. I used the Nests of Winter DSP and the Winterly Treetops stamp set, both from Stampin’ Up! The rest of the design team have also created beautiful cards using the sketch below. Hop over to the Hand Stamped Sentiments page to view them all and then join the challenge.

Here is my card created using this sketch. It was so quick to create since the DSP did all the hard work for me.

You can find a full list of materials used below, as well as a printable recipe card for making this Nests of Winter card. You can order any of these supplies from me here: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=A9SH9NWC


In addition, when you use my host code this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 39 project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you!

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 on November 9th or contact me to book your own card class. Check out my calendar of events at my website.

Yet another FABULOUS way to stamp with me is to join my team. It is a great deal on your supplies, plus you get 20% off your future orders. The best part though is that you get free access to my monthly card class to go tutorials, my craty collaborations MEGA tutorial each month and we have monthly team meetings where we stamp together. So much fun!

Finally, there is a great kit sale – and boy do we have some good ones! Check it out on line!

To make sure you learn about all my upcoming events and don’t miss any sales join my newsletter or check out everything at linktr.ee/stampinwithleah. You can also sign up for my newsletter (link below) so you don’t miss out on any of my events.

Live in Canada, don’t have a demonstrator? Contact me to get a catalogue or find out why right now is a great time to join my team.

Please leave a comment below and make sure to follow this blog for more great inspiration!

Click here to shop my online store.
Click here to access & view the current catalogs.
Click here to subscribe to those fun Paper Pumpkin kits of creativity!
Click here for more information about joining my Online Monthly Technique Club. Earn even more goodies by joining a club!
Click here to learn more about joining my Ink Pad Pals Team. Get the MOST rewards including a discount on future products!
Follow me on social media! I share regularly on PinterestYouTube, and Facebook!
Please subscribe to my newsletter, too! Click here and enter your email. When you include your birthday you will even be added to my birthday card mailing list 🙂


Merriest Trees Christmas Card in October

Every week I go live on my FB – this week I featured the annual catalogue Merriest Trees stamp set and dies to create a Christmas Card.

Here is my card that I created live as well as 3 alternate colour combos using the Merreist Trees stamp set by Stampin’ Up!

You can find a full list of materials used below, as well as a printable recipe card for making this card. You can order any of these supplies from me here: https://www.stampinup.ca?hostcode=A9SH9NWC


Here is the replay of the video where I created this cute card.

When you place a $65 order this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 40+ project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you! I am also offering a FREE Mystery Embellishment for order over $65 this month using my host code!

Looking for some more fun stamping experiences in person or online?

Check out my Weekly LIVE videos on Wednesdays at 9am Pacific Time. ( Facebook and You Tube)

If you are local to Port Coquitlam, join me in person for Coffee and Cards on November 9th (my October class sold out – but you can still get the PDF from my card classes to go page) or contact me to book your own card class. Check out my calendar of events at my website.

To make sure you learn about all my upcoming events and don’t miss any sales join my newsletter or check out everything at linktr.ee/stampinwithleah. You can also sign up for my newsletter (link below) so you don’t miss out on any of my events.

Live in Canada, don’t have a demonstrator? Contact me to get a catalogue or find out why right now is a great time to join my team.

Please leave a comment below and make sure to follow this blog for more great inspiration!

Click here to shop my online store.
Click here to access & view the current catalogs.
Click here to subscribe to those fun Paper Pumpkin kits of creativity!
Click here for more information about joining my Online Monthly Technique Club. Earn even more goodies by joining a club!
Click here to learn more about joining my Ink Pad Pals Team. Get the MOST rewards including a discount on future products!
Follow me on social media! I share regularly on PinterestYouTube, and Facebook!
Please subscribe to my newsletter, too! Click here and enter your email. When you include your birthday you will even be added to my birthday card mailing list 🙂