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.

You can shop all the retiring In Color products in my online store here — and don’t forget, orders of $75+ qualify for my customer rewards!

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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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Festive Friday: Let’s Decorate the Season

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

This week’s Festive Friday card brings together soft winter textures and a heartwarming holiday message using the Sophisticated Sled stamp set. A delicate wreath, charming cardinal, and touches of shimmer make this an easy yet elegant design for the season.

Card Details:

The little cardinal, hand-colored and popped up with dimensionals, adds just the right pop of festive red.

The wreath and sentiment are from the Sophisticated Sled stamp set, stamped in Lost Lagoon and Pebbled Path.

I layered the panel on Timeless Plaid DSP, which gives a cozy, wintery background in soft blues and taupes.

Basic Beige ribbon adds warmth and texture, while Blooming Pearls and Pearlized Enamel Effects give a lovely shimmer to the wreath.

Why You’ll Love This Card:

✔ Clean, classic layout that’s easy to replicate
✔ Subtle sparkle and texture elevate the design
✔ Perfect for winter greetings and holiday cardmaking

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Create this card at home or use it as inspiration for your own wintery twist!

Learner’s Permit Scrapbook Layout – Geared Up to Celebrate!

Leave a comment April 6, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

There’s nothing quite like documenting a milestone moment—and today’s layout celebrates a huge one for our family: Michael’s Learner’s Permit! 🚗🎉

This page features a mix of retired favourites and current staples. I brought out the Geared Up Garage bundle (still one of my all-time faves for masculine pages) along with the Ready to Ride 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper and Vellum Layering Designs for that perfect industrial vibe.

To keep the title clean and crisp, I used the Alphabet à la Mode dies—with adhesive-backed sheets on the back of my cardstock for super easy application. If you haven’t tried that trick yet, it’s a total game-changer for intricate dies and perfect alignment.

A few touches of texture, a bold color combo (love the red pop!), and a photo filled with pride… this page came together with such joy!

👉 I’m hoping to share more scrapbook layouts on Sundays—so check back then! I can’t promise I’ll post every week, but I’m definitely making time to get caught up. The current kits are making it easier and more fun than ever to stay inspired and get those memories documented.

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Thanks for stopping by and celebrating this proud moment with us!

Festive Friday #13 – Merry, Merry, Merry Christmas!

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

Welcome to another Festive Friday! This week’s card is a cheerful and bold Christmas design featuring some incredible Last Chance products. If you’ve had your eye on the More Wishes Stamp Set or the Take a Bow 6″x6″ Designer Series Paper, now is the time to grab them before they’re gone for good!

Card Details:

For this festive design, I combined bright, classic Christmas colors with fun typography and fussy-cut details:

The holly leaves were fussy cut from the DSP, and I added dimension with Cherry Cobbler Pearl Berries to give the card a little extra holiday sparkle!

The sentiment features “merry” from the More Wishes Stamp Set, stamped in Real Red Ink on white die-cut panels.

The bold “CHRISTMAS” is heat embossed in White Embossing Powder on Real Red cardstock, creating a striking contrast.

The beautiful Take a Bow 6″x6″ DSP serves as the background, adding a festive flair with its starry green pattern.

Why You’ll Love This Card:

✔ Simple yet striking layout that makes a big impact

✔ A perfect way to use Last Chance products before they retire

✔ Great for mass-producing Christmas cards with a handmade touch

Don’t Miss Out!

Both the More Wishes Stamp Set and Take a Bow DSP are retiring soon—grab them before they sell out! Shop now and add these must-have items to your holiday crafting stash.

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I hope this card inspires you to get a head start on your Christmas cardmaking. Let me know what you think in the comments! Would you recreate this design?

April Card Class To Go – Get Your Make & Takes!

Leave a comment April 2, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Spring is in the air, and I have a gorgeous floral-themed Card Class To Go for you this month! These three stunning cards showcase a mix of soft pastels and bold blues, layered textures, and intricate die cuts—perfect for celebrating special moments.

How to Get This Class for FREE

When you place an order ($65 minimum before tax and shipping) by Tuesday, April 8th, you’ll receive the Make & Take packets for these three cards for FREE! Your order must be in by the deadline to qualify, and I’ll ship your kit on April 12th, 2025.

Bonus Gift: Orders over $75 will also receive a free embellishment with their kit!

(Please note: Per Stampin’ Up! policy, I cannot send stamped images, but you can substitute supplies you already own!)

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This card combines subtle white embossing with a distressed Country Woods DSP woodgrain panel for a rustic yet elegant look. The Highland Heather hibiscus flowers pop against the textured background, and the soft Pool Party leaves add a fresh, spring-like feel. Perfect for sending a heartfelt thank-you!

This card features a stunning Misty Moonlight embossed background paired with a Country Woods Misty Moonlight woodgrain panel for extra texture. The hibiscus flowers are stamped and die-cut in Fresh Freesia, accented with delicate floral embellishments. A crisp white circle and script sentiment add a touch of elegance!

A light and airy design with a beautiful Petal Pink Country Woods DSP textured background, framed in soft pastels. The large hibiscus flower takes center stage, accented by delicate die-cut leaves and small floral details. A sentiment banner finishes the card beautifully!

Watch the Replay

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Don’t miss out on this stunning card class! Click below to shop now and secure your FREE Make & Take kit! Here are all the supplies you’ll want on hand to recreate the cards at home with your kit:

Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $18.00	Everyday Details Cling Stamp Set (English) $33.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad $11.00	Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad $12.25	Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00
Summer Splash Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Pretty Peacock Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Textured Notes Dies $43.00	Soft Waves 3 D Embossing Folder $15.00	Silver & White 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Sheer Ribbon $12.25	Rhinestone Basic Jewels $8.25
Paper Snips $16.50	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $8.25	Stampin' Dimensionals $6.00	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $177.00

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Special Offers and Upcoming Events

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Everyday Details Card | HSS Colour Challenge #460

Leave a comment April 1, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

This week, I participated in the Hand Stamped Sentiments #460 Colour Challenge, featuring Pecan Pie, Summer Splash, and Pretty Peacock. These rich, bold hues inspired me to create this elegant “Everyday Details” card using the Textured Notes dies to add some special textures to the layers.

Here’s the card I created:

Project Details:

I started with a Pretty Peacock card base and layered it with a tone-on-tone stamped and die cut background for added texture. The detailed nest was stamped in Memento Black, then coloured with Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends, paired beautifully with Summer Splash eggs and Pretty Peacock leaves. The Textured Notes dies added depth, and by double-cutting, I turned the original rectangle shape into a square for added versatility. A Basic White layer embossed with the Soft Waves embossing folder creates even more dimension, while the finishing touches—rhinestones and a white and silver bow—add a bit of shimmer and elegance.

This card is perfect for special occasions – like the arrival of a new baby. Be sure to check out the Hand Stamped Sentiments blog for more colour challenge inspiration and to share your own creation!

Here is a full list of the supplies I used:

Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $18.00	Everyday Details Cling Stamp Set (English) $33.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad $11.00	Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad $12.25	Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00
Summer Splash Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Pretty Peacock Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Textured Notes Dies $43.00	Soft Waves 3 D Embossing Folder $15.00	Silver & White 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Sheer Ribbon $12.25	Rhinestone Basic Jewels $8.25
Paper Snips $16.50	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $8.25	Stampin' Dimensionals $6.00	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $177.00

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Upcoming Card Classes

Looking for more crafting fun? Join my April Card Class to learn new techniques and create beautiful projects. Spots are limited, so reserve yours today!

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

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Catching Up on Scrapbooking with the Autumn to Remember Kit

Leave a comment March 29, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Hey there, memory keepers!

Do you ever find yourself falling a bit behind on your scrapbooking projects? Life gets busy, and sometimes those treasured photos just sit on our phones, waiting to be preserved. I’ve been there! But this week, I finally made some time to dive into my scrapbook stash, and let me tell you—I’m so glad I did.

Using the Autumn to Remember Scrapbooking Kit, I created two beautiful 2-page layouts featuring a fun day out with friends. These pages came together so quickly that it felt effortless, which is exactly what I needed to get back into my scrapbooking groove.

What I loved most about the Autumn to Remember kit is how everything is already coordinated—papers, embellishments, and stickers that just scream cozy fall vibes. The earthy tones and fun designs made it super easy to highlight my photos and capture the joy of that day.

Scrapbooking has this magical way of helping me slow down and truly relive those moments, and thanks to Stampin’ Up!’s memory-keeping kits, I feel like I’m finally getting caught up. These kits are perfect for busy crafters—they give you the tools to create polished layouts without the overwhelm of starting from scratch.

If you’ve been thinking about tackling your scrapbook projects or just want to start preserving your memories, check out the amazing kits and supplies in our Memory Keeping section. They’re a game-changer! Click here to explore the collection!

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Have you tried the Autumn to Remember kit or any of Stampin’ Up!’s other scrapbooking kits? I’d love to hear about your favorite layouts or your go-to tricks for staying on top of your memory keeping! Share your thoughts in the comments below or tag me in your projects on Instagram @StampinWithLeah. Let’s inspire each other to keep those memories alive!

Until next time, happy scrapbooking!

Festive Friday #12 – Celebrate the Season with Last Chance Deals!

Leave a comment March 28, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Happy Festive Friday, crafters! This week, I’m highlighting some incredible Last Chance Items—the Iconic Imagery Stamp Set and Dies, paired beautifully with the brand-new Textured Notes Dies. Plus, these Last Chance Items are on sale for a steal of a deal, so don’t miss out! 🎄✨

How It Came Together:

This card came to life with layers of Textured Notes dies in Pretty Peacock, Lost Lagoon, and Pool Party, creating an ombré look that’s both modern and festive. The Iconic Imagery Stamp Set adds extra charm with its snowflake images, stamped in Pretty Peacock Ink on Pool Party cardstock before being die cut for dimensional details.

The sentiment, “Celebrate the Season,” is heat-embossed in white on Lost Lagoon for a bold, frosty focal point. To tie everything together, I added Pretty Peacock sequins for a touch of holiday sparkle!

Why You’ll Love This Card:

✔ Easy to recreate with bold, geometric details
✔ Perfect for creating modern and elegant holiday cards
✔ Features a sophisticated ombré color palette

🔗 Shop Last Chance Deals and Online Exclusives in MY SHOP or click on the items below:

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock $15.50	Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Iconic Imagery Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) $28.00	Iconic Imagery Dies $32.00
Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad $12.25	Versamark Pad $13.00	Basics Wow! Embossing Powder $29.00	Basics Wow! Embossing Powder $29.00	Embossing Additions Tool Kit $37.00	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) $44.00
Textured Notes Dies $43.00	Adhesive Backed Sequins Trio $11.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $8.25	Stampin' Dimensionals $6.00	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $90.00

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What Do You Think?

💬 Would you try this color palette for your holiday cards? Let me know in the comments!

Cheers to Another Year of You!

Leave a comment March 26, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

I’m so excited to share this vibrant birthday card I created during my recent Facebook Live. It features the Arched Wishes Stamp Set and Everyday Arch Dies, both of which are Online Exclusives. This design was inspired by Loni Spendlove’s gorgeous card, which you can see here.

What makes this card truly special is the masked balloon technique I used to create the colorful blended background. By combining stamped images with a soft ink-blended effect, I added depth and a festive vibe perfect for any celebration.

Card Details:
🎈 Masked balloons and a rainbow blended background
🧁 Bright, cheerful cupcake stamped and fussy cut
🌟 Added embellishments for extra sparkle and fun

Watch the Tutorial! 🎥

Want to see how this card came together? Watch the replay of my Facebook Live on YouTube.

📌 Love this design? Be sure to check out my blog for more inspiration and get my class tutorials! → StampinWithLeah.ca

If you’d like to recreate this design or try your own twist, shop the products used:

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock $15.50	Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $18.00	Arched Wishes Cling Stamp Set (English) $34.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad $11.00	Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25
Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Azure Afternoon Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Versamark Pad $13.00	Melon Mambo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Azure Afternoon Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00
Blending Brushes $21.00	Stampin' Up! Masking Paper $9.75	Embossing Additions Tool Kit $37.00	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) $44.00	Basics Wow! Embossing Powder $29.00	Paper Snips $16.50
Multipurpose Liquid Glue $8.25	Stampin' Dimensionals $6.00	Mini Glue Dots $10.00	Take Your Pick $16.50	Iridescent Adhesive Backed Discs $9.75	Everyday Arches Dies $40.00
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $177.00	Basic White Medium Envelopes $15.00

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March 2025 Online Exclusives PDF

Some of the supplies used on this card are part of the new collection of Online Exclusive products for March 2025, and I have a special PDF guide showcasing all the latest must-have crafting goodies! Grab it here:

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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.
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Register here – next class Apr12th, 2025!

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Festive Friday #11 – Humble Home Bundle Christmas Card

Leave a comment March 21, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

Happy Festive Friday, crafters! This week, I’m featuring the Humble Home Bundle to create a cozy, classic Christmas card with warm gingerbread vibes. If you love simple yet elegant holiday cards, this design is perfect for you!

How It Came Together:

I started by embossing a Basic White 4″ X 5-1/4″ panel with the Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder to create a subtle, textured background. The 1/2″ vertical strips of Take a Bow DSP add a modern yet festive look with their real red design.

The star of the card is the adorable house from the Humble Home Bundle, which I heat embossed in white on Pecan Pie cardstock. This gives it that charming gingerbread house effect! I punched out the image and popped it up on a Stylish Shapes stitched circle die-cut to help it stand out.

To finish it off, I stamped Merry Christmas in Real Red and scattered some tiny Peppermint Dots around the house.

Why You’ll Love This Card:

✔ Quick and easy holiday design
✔ Great way to use DSP scraps
✔ The embossed background adds dimension without bulk
✔ Perfect for mass-producing Christmas cards

Want to recreate this card? I’ve linked all the supplies below! 🎄✨

Print Recipe

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock $15.50	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $18.00	Pecan Pie 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Take A Bow 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper $17.00	Humble Home Bundle (English) $54.75	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25
Versamark Pad $13.00	Basics Wow! Embossing Powder $29.00	Embossing Additions Tool Kit $37.00	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) $44.00	Snowflake Sky 3 D Embossing Folder $15.00	Stylish Shapes Dies $41.00
Real Red & White Adhesive Backed Peppermints $11.75	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $8.25	Stampin' Dimensionals $6.00	Take Your Pick $16.50	Simply Shammy $12.25	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine $90.00