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?

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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!

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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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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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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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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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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

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1 Layout, 3 Cards – March 2025 Replay!

Leave a comment March 19, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

In today’s 1 Layout, 3 Cards episode, I showcased how a single card sketch can inspire three distinct designs. This month, I used the sketch from page 22 of the Annual Catalogue and had so much fun bringing it to life with different themes!

Here’s a closer look at the three cards I created:

✨ Lemon Lime Twist Birthday Card – I paired the One More Year stamp set with a Pastel Ombre Glimmer Paper banner for a pop of shimmer. The background is fully stamped with a repeating birthday sentiment for a bold and festive look! Watch the replay for tips on stamping the sentiment and colouring the Antique Pearls.

✨ Storybook Easter Card – A sweet, vintage-style card featuring the Storybook Moments DSP critters and a sentiment from Storybook Friends. The soft plaid background adds the perfect cozy touch for spring!

✨ Striped Birthday Card – This one has a softer, more elegant feel with the Painted Stripes background stamp (stamped in Boho Blue, which is retiring soon!). The floral elements come from the Delightful Wishes bundle, stamped in Flirty Flamingo and Granny Apple Green.

All three cards include:
🎀 A banner die-cut from the largest Nested Essentials banner
🎀 Coordinating Baker’s Twine from the Three Color Pack
🎀 Finished with Antique Pearls

💡 If you missed the Live, you can watch the replay here:

I’ve linked all the supplies used in these cards below. Click the images to shop and add them to your cart! You will also find a printable copy of the templates from the Annual Catalogue.

Supplies Used:

Print Recipe

Lemon Lime Twist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $18.00	Pastel Ombre Glimmer 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper $16.50	Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Soft Sea Foam 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75
Timeless Plaid 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper $17.00	Storybook Moments 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper $23.00	Boho Blue 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	One More Year Cling Stamp Set (English) $33.00	Storybook Friends Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) $34.00	Delightful Wishes Bundle (English) $68.25
Painted Stripes Cling Stamp Set $28.00	Nested Essentials Dies $47.00	Baker's Twine Three Color Pack $11.00	Antique Pearls $11.75	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad $11.00	Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00
Summer Splash Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Bubble Bath Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Basic Black Stampin' Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin’ Pad $8.50	Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25
Pebbled Path Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad $12.25	Boho Blue Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $8.25	Stampin' Dimensionals $6.00
Mini Glue Dots $10.00	Take Your Pick $16.50	Paper Snips $16.50

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March 2025 – Paper Pumpkin – Daisy Daydream ( and alternative cards)

Leave a comment March 18, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

🌼 The March 2025 Daisy Daydream Paper Pumpkin Kit is here, and it’s full of bright florals and fresh spring vibes! During my Live, I created one alternative project—but I didn’t stop there! I made three more after the video, and I can’t wait to share them with you.

📺 Missed the Live? Watch the replay here:

Check out the photos below for all four alternative card designs!

Want to make these yourself? I’ve put together a full supplies list with clickable links so you can easily shop for the materials I used.

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $18.00	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad $11.00	Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25
Wild Wheat Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Mossy Meadow Stampin' Blends Combo Pack $15.00	Gold Twisted Thread $10.25	Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels $10.25	Multipurpose Liquid Glue $8.25
Take Your Pick $16.50	Simply Shammy $12.25	Paper Snips $16.50

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I’d love to see what you create with this kit! Tag me on social media or leave a comment below with your favorite design.

Don’t Forget! 🌼

The Spring Is In The Air Add-On Dies are on the Stampin Up website. After the 21st of the month you will also be able to find refill kits for this Paper Pumpkin!

The April 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Inked Occasions is available to order until April 10th! This special kit comes in a beautiful decorative box—you won’t want to miss it! You can also grab the Hugs Abloom Add-on Dies (166238) that coordinate with the April, May and June kits.

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• Textured gold foil on the card bases and sentiments
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• Coordinating colours: Berry Burst (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Flirty Flamingo,
Fresh Freesia, Gorgeous Grape, Peach Pie, Pool Party

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When you use my host code this month I will also send you the link to a fantastic 34 project Tutorial Bundle as a thank you! And if you use the host code this week I will include the PDF tutorial for my alternate paper pumpkin cards too!

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Please leave a comment below and make sure to follow this blog for more great inspiration! ✨ Let me know in the comments which alternative design is your favorite!

Hand Stamped Sentiments Inspiration Challenge #459

Leave a comment March 18, 2025 Leah Dixon - Stampin Up! Demonstrator

It’s time for a new Hand Stamped Sentiments Inspiration Challenge (#HSS459), and this one is full of dreamy pastels, elegant florals, and soft natural textures! The colour palette of Lost Lagoon, Petal Pink, and Peach Pie creates the perfect delicate, nature-inspired design.

For this challenge, I created a Bandstand Fold Card, a fun interactive design I learned from Dawn Griffith. This fold adds an elegant touch, making it perfect for showcasing beautiful layers of Designer Series Paper.

Here’s the Inspiration Image for This Week’s Challenge:

Here’s the card I created:

Project Details:

The soft floral design from Perennial Lavender DSP combined with the stunning Thoughtful Designs Specialty DSP creates a layered, ethereal effect, mirroring the inspiration challenge perfectly. The Labelled With Love Bundle adds the perfect focal point with a sentiment framed by delicate stamped florals and soft pastel butterflies.

Want to create this card? I’m including a full list of supplies below as well as a printable instruction sheet with full measurements and step-by-step details so you can recreate this Bandstand Fold yourself!

Here is a full list of the supplies I used:

Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock $15.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock $18.00	Thoughtful Designs 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper $15.00	Perennial Lavender 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper $17.00	Labeled With Love Dies Bundle (English) $54.75	Everyday Arches Dies $40.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad $11.00	Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad $12.25	Peach Pie Classic Stampin Pad $12.25	Blending Brushes $21.00	Petal Pink & Pretty Peacock Foiled Gems $11.00
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