Coast to Coast Creators Blog Hop – Aug 2025 Sketch Challenge

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It’s time for another round of creative inspiration from talented Stampin’ Up!® demonstrators across Canada! Each month we share our unique take on a theme or challenge, and this time we’re working from a sketch challenge—a perfect way to spark creativity and help you try a fresh layout.

For my card, I reached for the Coneflower Celebrations bundle and combined it with the beautiful Country Woods 12×12 Designer Series Paper. I love the contrast of the bright, bold coneflower against the weathered, woodgrain background—it creates a rustic-yet-fresh summer vibe.

Card Details:

  • Base: Crumb Cake cardstock for a warm, neutral foundation.
  • DSP: Country Woods 12×12 DSP for the bottom panel and a coordinating textured strip.
  • Focal Image: Coneflower from Coneflower Celebrations, coloured in vibrant Strawberry Slush for a bold pop.
  • Sentiment: “Celebrating You!”—perfect for birthdays, achievements, or just because.
  • Accents: A soft splatter background, stitched edge details on the Everyday Arch, and Pressed Flower Motif embellishments for texture and interest.

Hop Along!

I hope my take on this sketch has inspired you! Be sure to check out the other amazing creations from my fellow Coast to Coast Creators by clicking the links below—you’re bound to find something that sparks your creativity.


Want to make this card?

You can! I have a full list of supplies below and a printable recipe card – or keep scrolling to find out more about my Coneflower Celebrations where you will make 4 other cards using the same materials!

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Here is a printable recipe card – with supplies and instrcutions:

C2C Aug 2025 – Coneflower CelebrationsDownload

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Make sure to watch my You Tube live each Wednesday – this week my card class to go features the Coneflower Celebrations Bundle as well – you can find me on You Tube and FB!

Coneflower Celebrations Card Class to Go, available from August 13–19, 2025. The class includes a video replay, PDF instructions, and options for a full kit or PDF-only version.
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Coast to Coast Creators Blog Hop – June 2025 Featuring the Boho Vibes Suite

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Welcome back, friends! It’s time for another Coast to Coast Creators Blog Hop, and this month we’re celebrating our favourite new products from the 2025–2026 Annual Catalogue. I chose to feature the Boho Vibes Suite, paired with the versatile Everyday Details Arches Dies, to create a vibrant, feel-good card.

🌟 Card Details:

  • Card base: Secret Sea cardstock
  • Rainbow: Cut using the Sunshine Vibes Dies in Berry Burst, Timid Tiger, Darling Duckling, and Strawberry Slush
  • Sentiment: Stamped in Secret Sea ink
  • Embellishments: Muted Pallette Dots from the suite
  • Layout: The rainbow is layered inside the stitched arch from the Everyday Details dies. The background DSP (also from the suite) brings a bold graphic flair that contrasts beautifully with the soft whites and vibrant rainbow.

I love how this colour palette and die combo brings instant joy and positivity—just perfect for sending good vibes!

💡 Design Tip:
Apply Adhesive Sheets to your cardstock before die-cutting the rainbow pieces. This makes it so much easier to assemble the design—no liquid glue, no sticky fingers, and perfectly clean placement every time!

🌈Hop Along With Us!

Be sure to hop along with us and see what the rest of the Coast to Coast team has created using new Annual Catalogue products. So much inspiration ahead!

🛍️ Don’t Miss This!
During June, the BOGO Suite Sale is on! All available suites and suite products from the 2025–2026 Annual Catalog and Online Exclusives are buy one, get one 50% off! If you’ve had your eye on a new suite from the annual catalog or you really like the look of a stamp set from an Online Exclusives suite, you don’t have to choose—you can get both!

See the Suites here!

🛒 Ready to shop the current supplies? Head to my store: https://www.stampinup.ca/?demoid=2189587 or use the items links below:


Don’t forget – you’ll earn Stampin’ Rewards on your purchase too!

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👉 Looking for other ways to stamp with me?

Sweet Jar Bundle Card Class! 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs!)

See the details and register here

Make sure to watch my You Tube live each Wednesday – this week was my monthly card class to go – you can still grab the tutorial in my Card Class To Go section on my blog!

See details and get your kit here!

If you are local – join my in person card class!

RSVP now for the July 26th class
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Festive Friday Week 7 – Nests of Winter with Everyday Arches Dies

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Welcome back to Festive Friday! This week’s card features the Everyday Arches Dies, Greetings of the Season Stamp Set, and the Nests of Winter DSP for a soft, wintery holiday look. ❄️ The background, embossed with the Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder and brushed with White Craft Ink, adds the perfect snowy effect. Plus, I’ve added a touch of shimmer using the FREE Sale-A-Bration Night of Navy & Gold Glittered Ribbon! ✨

Let’s take a closer look at this week’s festive design! 🎄

The Card Design

This design showcases elegant winter birds, layered with the Everyday Arches Dies to frame the delicate branches from the Nests of Winter DSP. The cool tones and subtle texture create a calm and cozy holiday feel—perfect for sending warm winter wishes!

Card Highlights:

  • Dies & Stamps: Everyday Arches Dies & Greetings of the Season Stamp Set
  • Designer Series Paper: Nests of Winter DSP
  • Embossing: Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder (with White Craft Ink for added depth)
  • Color Palette: Gray Granite, Night of Navy, Basic White
  • Embellishments: Neutrals Adhesive-backed Sequins & FREE Night of Navy & Gold Glittered Ribbon

Supplies Used

Here’s what I used to create this card:


Gray Granite 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[146983]
$15.75
Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[100867]
$15.75
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[159276]
$18.00
Nests Of Winter 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
[164183]
$17.00
Greetings Of The Season Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)
[164325]
$34.00
Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad
[147110]
$12.25
Snowflake Sky 3 D Embossing Folder
[162026]
$15.00
Whisper White Craft Stampin' Ink Refill
[101780]
$9.75
Stylish Shapes Dies
[159183]
$41.00
Neutrals Adhesive Backed Sequins
[161627]
$10.25
Night Of Navy & Gold 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Glittered Ribbon
[162011]
$12.25
Multipurpose Liquid Glue
[110755]
$8.25
Mini Glue Dots
[103683]
$10.00
Paper Snips
[103579]
$16.50
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
[149653]
$177.00
Add All to Cart

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Create the Card Base: Cut Gray Granite cardstock to 5-1/2” x 8-1/2”, score at 4-1/4”, and fold.
  2. Emboss the Background: Run a 4″ X 5-1/4″ Gray Granite panel through the Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder, then lightly brush with White Craft Ink for contrast.
  3. Die-Cut the Arch Frame: Use the Everyday Arches Dies (3rd and 4th largest) to cut Night of Navy and DSP layers, adhere together and attach to the embosssed layer.
  4. Tie it all together: Tie a Night of Navy & Gold Glittered Ribbon around the embossed layer and make a bow on the right side. Adhere this layer to the card base.
  5. Stamp the Sentiment: Stamp “Merry” and “Christmas” in Night of Navy ink on the left side of the largest Basic White Stylish Shapes banner. Use Mini Dimensionals to attach to the card front, then trim the right edge off of the label.
  6. Embellish: Attach 3 white Neutrals Adhesive-backed Sequins for a snowy finish!

Why I Love This Design

This card has sophisticated elegance with minimal effort! The Everyday Arches Dies create a beautiful frame, and the embossed snowflake background gives a subtle, frosty effect. Plus, the Nests of Winter DSP provides a soft and serene winter scene, making this card perfect for the holidays!

Love this look? Don’t miss out on the FREE Night of Navy & Gold Glittered Ribbon—available during Sale-A-Bration with a qualifying purchase! 🎁

📌 Pin this post for inspiration & share it with your crafty friends!

See you next week for another Festive Friday creation! 🎄✨

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Card Class To Go Replay – Pick A Season & Everyday Arches

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Are you ready to craft stunning seasonal cards? 🎨 If you missed my latest Card Class To Go live session, don’t worry! You can catch the full replay below and join the fun at your own pace.

👉 Watch the Replay Here:

This class features the versatile Pick A Season Stamp Set from Sale-A-Bration and the Everyday Arches Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’s Online Exclusives. These products are a match made in crafting heaven, and I loved showcasing how to use them with beautiful Designer Series Paper.

What’s in This Card Class?

In this video, I’ll walk you through:
✨ Tips for layering your cards beautifully with DSP.
✨ How to pair soft, seasonal colors for an elegant look.
✨ Step-by-step instructions to create three gorgeous card designs.

Want to Craft Along?

Get your own FREE Make and Take Kit by placing a $75 order (before tax and shipping) by Tuesday, January 21st, 2025. Use Host Code QFG6CMDQ at checkout, and I’ll send you everything you need to create these cards, including:
✅ Pre-cut cardstock
✅ Embellishments
✅ Detailed instructions

Due to Stampin’ Up! policy, I cannot include pre-stamped images, but you can use the stamps and tools you already own or add them to your order.

Supplies Used in This Class

To recreate the cards as designed, you’ll need:


Pick A Season Photopolymer Stamp Set
[164969]
$24.00
Everyday Arches Bundle (English)
[164630]
$62.00
Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad
[147095]
$12.25
Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad
[147110]
$12.25
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
[147114]
$12.25
Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
[147105]
$12.25
Pretty In Pink Classic Stampin Pad
[163807]
$12.25
Versamark Pad
[102283]
$13.00
Metallics Wow! Embossing Powder
[165678]
$29.00
Embossing Additions Tool Kit
[159971]
$37.00
Heat Tool (Us And Canada)
[129053]
$44.00
Paper Snips
[103579]
$16.50
Multipurpose Liquid Glue
[110755]
$8.25
Stampin' Dimensionals
[104430]
$6.00
Mini Glue Dots
[103683]
$10.00
Blending Brushes
[153611]
$21.00
Add All to Cart

Important Dates

🗓️ Order Deadline: Tuesday, January 21st, 2025
📤 Kits Ship By: Saturday, January 25th, 2025

Ready to Create?

🛒 Shop Here: https://www.stampinup.ca/?hostcode=QFG6CMDQ

I hope you love this class as much as I enjoyed designing it! Don’t forget to share your completed cards with me on social media or via email—I’d love to see your creations.

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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.

Here Are the Cards We Created Together

This month’s class features three card designs using the FREE SAB Pick A Season 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:


Everyday Skies 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
[164622]
$17.00
Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[100867]
$15.75
Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[122924]
$15.75
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock
[159229]
$15.50
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
[159276]
$18.00
Natural Tones Linen Thread
[164071]
$12.25
Adhesive Backed Dragonflies & Birds
[162743]
$11.75
Pretty In Pink 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon
[163784]
$10.25
Stylish Shapes Dies
[159183]
$41.00
Add All to Cart

Exciting Updates

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

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