It’s time for another Throwback Thursday! Today, I’m bringing back the adorable Pun Fun stamp set—a true classic filled with playful and punny images perfect for all occasions. I had so much fun pairing this retired favorite with the Bright & Beautiful 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper for a fresh and cheerful look!
Card Details:
The adorable cat and hippo images were stamped in Memento Black Ink and colored with Stampin’ Blends for a soft, blended look.
The backgrounds feature Bright & Beautiful 6″ x 6″ DSP, adding a bright and happy feel.
I used the Stylish Shapes Dies to create the cardstock frame around the stamped images, giving them a polished and layered look.
A few sequins add the perfect touch of shimmer.
This set may be retired, but its charm is timeless! Have you ever used Pun Fun in your cardmaking? Let me know in the comments!
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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!)
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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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!
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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!
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!
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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
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💬 Would you try this color palette for your holiday cards? Let me know in the comments!
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This week’s Throwback Thursday is all about bringing bold birthday vibes back! I dusted off the retired Picture Perfect Party 6×6 DSP, which is full of bright colors and festive designs like confetti and gift bows. ✨ These patterns scream celebration and were so fun to revisit!
To give these cards a modern twist, I paired the DSP with the current Labeled With Love Bundle, stamping the sentiment in Berry Burst ink. The label shape adds just the right touch of elegance to balance the playful background. For embellishments, I used the Adhesive-backed Sequins Trio and tied it all together (literally!) with some Black Baker’s Twine.
These cards are perfect for any birthday and prove that blending retired favorites with new tools keeps creativity alive and thriving!
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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! 🎥
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In-Person Events: If you’re local to Port Coquitlam, join me for Coffee and Cards or book your own card class.
Online Events: Birthday Celebrations Card Class (you can still register – although packages may arrive late)
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This week’s Global Design Project colour challenge (#GDP489) inspired me to create a birthday card with the soft, pastel hues of Bubble Bath, Soft Sea Foam, and Lemon Lolly. These delicate colours are perfect for a celebratory and cheerful design.
Here’s the card I created:
I started with the Textured Notes Dies, using the eyelet die to create a custom mask. With a blending brush and Bubble Bath Ink, I blended a soft background onto the die-cut base for a lovely textured look.
For the floral accents, I swiped Soft Sea Foam Cardstock with Soft Sea Foam Ink and repeated the process with Lemon Lolly Ink on Lemon Lolly Cardstock. These inked layers were used to cut the smaller accent pieces for the flowers and leaves, while the bases were die-cut from uninked cardstock to create contrast. The flowers were assembled with Liquid Glue and then attached to the card front with Dimensionals, and the leaves glued together, then they were tucked under with Mini Glue Dots for a layered effect.
The sentiment took center stage with a die-cut “wishing” from Soft Sea Foam Cardstock backed with adhesive sheets. To complete the sentiment, I stamped “you the happiest birthday” onto Bubble Bath Cardstock using Versamark Ink, then heat embossed it with white embossing powder for a clean elegant look. This was die-cut with the label die from the Delightful Wishes Bundle and adhered with Mini Dimensionals.
Finally, I added a sprinkle of Bubble Bath Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots for a polished and celebratory finish. This birthday card showcases the dreamy pastel palette beautifully and is perfect for sharing warm wishes!
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I’d love to hear what you think about this card or see your creations inspired by #GDP489. Let’s celebrate creativity together!
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I’m thrilled to share all the details about my upcoming Spring Retired Stamp BOGO Sale! 🌸 This is your chance to grab some amazing retired Stampin’ Up! products for FREE while refreshing your crafting stash with new items.
What is a BOGO Sale? BOGO stands for Buy One, Get One! Here’s how it works:
Get your retired items FREE—just cover the cost of shipping for the retired products (or arrange for pickup if you’re local).
Shop from my retired Stampin’ Up! collection and choose your favorite items.
Track the total value of your retired product selections.
Place an order of new products through my online Stampin’ Up! store for the same value (before shipping and tax).
Event Details
🌸 In-Person BOGO Sale
📍 Location: My home at 1252 Ellis Drive, Port Coquitlam, BC
📅 Date: Saturday, April 12th, 2025
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM (No early birds, please—I have a class that morning!)
🌸 Online BOGO Sale
📅 Date: Starts Sunday, April 13th, 2025, at 9:00 AM
🌎 Open to all Stampin’ Up! fans across Canada!
How to Participate in the Online Sale Request to join my BOGO Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/springbogosale. While you can join the group now, new members will be approved starting at 9:00 AM on April 13th.
Shipping & Pickup Details
All items will be shipped using prepaid boxes through Canada Post.
Local customers can arrange to pick up their retired items in Port Coquitlam.
Why Join the BOGO Sale? This is your opportunity to snag retired favorites you may have missed while stocking up on new products to inspire your next project. Whether you’re joining me in person or online, it’s a win-win deal!
Mark your calendar, gather your wish lists, and get ready for some amazing deals. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—I’m here to help!
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Are you ready for some crafting fun? The next three Paper Pumpkin kits are packed with stunning designs, gorgeous colours, and exciting embellishments to make your card-making experience even more delightful! Plus, there’s a special add-on die set that coordinates with all three kits. Let’s take a look at what’s coming:
April Paper Pumpkin: Inked Occasions
Subscribe: March 11–April 10
April’s Inked Occasions kit features hand-painted alcohol ink designs that will add a beautiful artistic touch to your cards. This kit is perfect for all occasions and includes:
✔️ 9 cards (3 each of 3 designs) with 9 coordinating envelopes ✔️ Textured gold foil accents on the card bases and sentiments ✔️ Precut paper pieces and butterfly embellishments ✔️ Coordinating colors: Berry Burst (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Flirty Flamingo, Fresh Freesia, Gorgeous Grape, Peach Pie, Pool Party
This is a great kit to have on hand for birthdays, thank yous, and more!
May Paper Pumpkin: Mountain Majesties
Subscribe: April 11–May 10
If you love nature-inspired designs, the Mountain Majesties kit is for you! Create stunning Father’s Day cards and other masculine-themed projects with gorgeous mountain landscapes.
✔️ 9 cards (3 each of 3 designs) with 9 coordinating envelopes ✔️ Precut vellum and paper pieces ✔️ Watercolor card bases for an artistic touch ✔️ Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Lost Lagoon, Misty Moonlight (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Mossy Meadow, Pecan Pie, Petal Pink ✔️ Vellum layering pieces and sentiments tailored for men
These nature-inspired cards will be a hit with the outdoor lovers in your life!
June Paper Pumpkin: Full of Charm
Subscribe: May 11–June 10
June’s kit, Full of Charm, brings elegance and heartfelt sentiments to your handmade cards. This elevated kit features:
✔️ 9 cards (3 each of 3 designs) with 9 coordinating envelopes ✔️ Decorative gold foil accents on card bases and envelopes ✔️ Precut paper pieces and unique sentiment labels✔️ Coordinates with the Floral Charm Suite Collection (Item 166141) ✔️ Coordinating colors: Berry Burst, Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Mossy Meadow, Pretty Peacock (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Timid Tiger (a new In Color!)
✔️ Coordinates with the Floral Charm Suite Collection (Item 166141) Send a little extra charm to your friends and family with these sophisticated designs!
Hugs Abloom Dies Add-On – Available While Supplies Last!
Want even more crafting possibilities? The Hugs Abloom Dies (166238) coordinate with all three Paper Pumpkin kits and will allow you to create even more beautiful projects. Don’t wait too long—these dies are only available while supplies last!
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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 Pinterest, YouTube, 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 🙂
