Jolly Holly & Patterned Tags – Holiday Cardmaking Replay

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If you missed this week’s Facebook and YouTube LIVE, don’t worry — you can still catch all the creative fun! I shared a set of festive projects featuring two unique Stampin’ Up! products: the Jolly Holly stamp set and the Patterned Tags Dies.

These two work together beautifully to create quick, cheerful cards that are perfect for your Christmas crafting! Whether you’re making a few special cards or prepping for a big batch, these ideas will help you add sparkle and dimension to your holiday projects.

📺 Watch the Replay:

💖 Why You’ll Love This Class

  • You’ll learn fresh ideas for using tag dies beyond gift tags — perfect for cards, packaging, and more!
  • The Jolly Holly stamp set offers beautiful sentiments and imagery that blend easily with many DSPs and embellishments.
  • Get step-by-step guidance and design inspiration to make your holiday crafting simple and stress-free.
  • You can craft along with me using your free packet or the PDF tutorial — whichever fits your crafting style!
  • The projects are quick to make but look polished, ideal for sending a handmade touch during the busy holiday season.

💌 How to Join In

🎁 Free Card Packet Offer (Nov 3–7 Only!)

Place a $65+ order with me this week and you’ll receive a FREE card packet featuring the pre-cut Designer Series Paper and sequins I used in my projects.

✨ I only have 5 ready-to-ship packets available!
If those run out, I’ll contact you to see if you’d like:

  • A kit with a coordinating retired DSP substitute, or
  • To wait for your packet when the DSP is back in stock (expected Nov 17).

🛒 Shop here: https://www.stampinup.ca/?demoid=2189587

Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss my next live class!

Here are the 4 unique cards:

I had such a great time creating these projects live — I hope you’ll give them a try and add your own festive twist! If you do, be sure to tag me on social media @StampinWithLeah so I can see your creations. 💕

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Happy Thanksgiving!

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I just wanted to share a heartfelt Happy Thanksgiving to you all! My crafting community means a lot to me and I ‘m so glad you are a part of it!

If you are in Canada I hope you are enjoying a lovely long weekend – I willa ctually be celebrating next weekend with the whole family ( including my sisters new in-laws!). It will be a great time for meeting new family and celebrating with all.

Here is a little card I created to share with my family.

This card was created using all the same products as the cards from my Amber Autumn card class to go.

You can find it in my PDF Shop → Get it here

Here’s a printable PDF for how I created this card:

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Throwback Thursday – Baby Steps

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It’s been a little while with a busy September – but I am back and it’s time for another Throwback Thursday. This week, I couldn’t resist pulling out one of my favorite retired wooden block stamps: Baby Steps! These sweet elephants are timeless, and they pair perfectly with today’s Peach Pie Designer Series Paper, matching ribbon, and a few gems for a subtle sparkle.

The sentiment panel is cut using the Peace on Earth Dies, which adds just the right touch of elegance to this playful design. I love how the pop of color and texture make this card feel fresh while still celebrating a bit of Stampin’ Up! history.

Whether you’re celebrating a new baby, a milestone, or any happy occasion — this card brings a smile every time.

🧡 What’s your favorite retired stamp set that you still reach for? Let me know in the comments below!

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Amber Autumn Card Class To Go – Watch the Replay!

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If you missed my Amber Autumn Card Class To Go this morning on Facebook and YouTube, you can catch the replay below! This class is packed with warm, rustic colour combinations, layered leaves, and heartfelt seasonal sentiments — perfect for your fall crafting sessions.

📺 Watch the Replay:

🍂 Why You’ll Love This Class

  • Perfect for all skill levels — whether you’re crafting solo or sharing time with friends.
  • Features beautiful autumn layering techniques with warm gold, pecan pie, and cajun craze tones.
  • Learn colouring and die-cutting tricks that make your cards pop with texture.
  • Includes 4 full card designs with measurements and step-by-step instructions.

💌 How to Join In

Since Canada Post is currently on strike, I can’t mail physical kits right now.
But you can still enjoy this class two ways:

In Canada:
Place a $60+ order (before tax and shipping) in my online store → Shop Here
and you’ll receive the Amber Autumn Card Class To Go PDF tutorial FREE!

🌍 Outside Canada:
You can purchase the PDF version in my PDF Shop → Get it here

Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss my next live class!

Here are the 4 unique cards:

Here’s a list of supplies you’ll want to have on hand – plus the embellishments I used (which will be in your kit).


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  • Save 20%+ on your orders (including the virtual album and the suite sale items!!)
  • Get free access to my monthly card class tutorials.
  • Enjoy our monthly team meetings with stamping fun and collaboration.
Join Now!

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!
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Click here to learn more about joining my Ink Pad Pals Team. Get the MOST rewards including a discount on future products!
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Global Design Project #513 – Autumn Colour Challenge Card

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This week I had the honour of being invited as the Guest Designer for the Global Design Project Challenge (#GDP513)! The challenge features a warm and inviting colour palette that instantly made me think of crisp fall days and colourful leaves. I reached for the Amber Autumn Bundle, the Gathering Together 12” x 12” Designer Series Paper, and a mix of rich Stampin’ Blends to create this cozy seasonal card.

The Global Design Project #513 challenge focused on three stunning colours: Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, and Pecan Pie. These earthy tones are perfect for fall cardmaking, especially when combined with warm textures and layered leaves.

Card Details & How-To

✨ Stamping & Colouring

  • I used the Amber Autumn stamp set to create my focal image.
  • The pumpkins and leaves were coloured with Cajun Craze and Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends.
  • To achieve a softer Crushed Curry look, I blended Dark Daffodil Delight with Dark Darling Duckling.

🍂 Die-Cut Leaves

  • On a piece of Basic White cardstock, I blended Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, and Pecan Pie inks using Blending Brushes.
  • Once dry, I die cut the leaves using the coordinating dies from the Amber Autumn Bundle.
  • This gave the leaves a gorgeous mottled, realistic look.

🖤 Designer Series Paper & Accents

I finished the design with a sprinkling of Cajun Craze & Gold Dots for a little extra texture and shine.

The background features the Gathering Together 12” x 12” DSP, which tied the colours together beautifully.

Here’s a full list of the supplies used.


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If you love fall-inspired cards, don’t forget to save this idea to your Pinterest boards for inspiration later.

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Modern Christmas Suite – Wishing You Peace & Joy

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I had so much fun creating this beautiful Christmas card during my Live today! The Modern Christmas Suite is full of timeless holiday images and coordinating dies, making it perfect for elegant cards like this one. Pairing gold with black and white creates a bold, festive look that really shines.

Here’s how you can make this card yourself:

  • Start with a Thick Basic White card base (5-1/2″ X 8-1/2″, scored at 4-1/4″).
  • Adhere the Modern Christmas DSP (tree pattern – 4″ X 5-1/4″) to the card front.
  • Die cut the 4th largest Everyday Arch in both Basic Black cardstock and the 5th largest in Basic White cardstock. Layer the two so the black peeks out slightly behind the white for dimension. Adhere to the cardfront.
  • Fussy cut the three ornament images from the DSP and adhere to the arch using Dimensionals.
  • Stamp the sentiment “Wishing You Peace & Joy” in Versamark and heat emboss with gold on a Basic White strip.
  • Make a large bow from the black-and-gold twine and attach to the back of the sentiment strip.
  • Adhere the sentiment strip and bow across the bottom of the arch with Dimensionals.
  • Add gold sequins for a finishing touch.

Here is a full supply list ( or just scroll down to register for the stamp camp!):


Catch the replay of today’s Live where I walk you through the steps and share extra tips:

Want even more inspiration with this beautiful suite? I’m joining a group of talented demonstrators to bring you the Modern Christmas Mega Stamp Camp! You’ll receive tutorials, projects, and a whole day of creative fun.

See the details and register here – I will order your supplies asap so you can have them on time!

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Throwback Thursday | Mountain Air Meets GDP512

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This week’s Throwback Thursday takes me back to one of my all-time favourite bundles—Mountain Air. Though retired, this set still holds a special place on my shelf, and I couldn’t resist bringing it out for the Global Design Project GDP512 challenge. I paired it with current papers and textures for a fresh twist that feels timeless.

✨Card Details:

  • Stamp Set: Retired Mountain Air Bundle
  • DSP: Need for Tweed 12×12
  • Cardstock: Secret Sea Two-Tone and Basic Beige
  • Extras: Linen Thread, Adhesive Sheets (for the tree die)

How To Make This Card:

  1. Base: Start with a standard card base in Basic Beige.
  2. Layer 1: Emboss the 4″ X 5-1/4″ Secret Sea Two-Tone cardstock with the Need for Tweed 3D Embossing Folder.
  3. Layer 2: Add a 3″ X 4-1/4″ piece of Need for Tweed DSP slightly to the embossed panel.
  4. Focal Panel: Stamp the mountains in Pretty Peacock and the tree line in Secret Sea Ink onto Basic Beige. Add the sentiment “You are seriously the best” in Secret Sea Ink.
  5. Die-Cuts: Cut the tall pine tree from the Mountain Air dies in Secret Sea cardstock and adhere to the focal panel.
  6. Finishing Touches: Wrap Linen Thread around the bottom, tie a bow, and adhere all the layers to the card base with Dimensionals.

This design is a mix of rugged and refined—perfect for outdoor lovers or simply letting someone know how much they mean to you.

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September 2025 Card Class To Go – Happy Place Stamp Set

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I’m so excited to share the September 2025 Card Class To Go, featuring the brand new Happy Place stamp set! 🌴 This set is so much fun to play with, and during this class I showed different coloring and stamping techniques to create vibrant, eye-catching cards for any occasion.

💌 Here’s how the class works:

  • Place a $60 order (before shipping & taxes) in my online store 👉 Shop with Leah and I’ll send you the Card Kit for free.
  • The PDF tutorial is also available for purchase separately in my shop 👉 Card Class PDFs. https://payhip.com/b/I1tPR
  • Orders must be placed using my link above to qualify for the free kit.

📺 Missed the live? No worries! You can catch the full replay right here and stamp along with me at your own pace.

Why You’ll Love These Cards

  • 🌅 Endless Colour Options – Try blending, sponging, or stamping with different palettes to create a whole new look every time.
  • 🎉 Versatility – These designs work for birthdays, celebrations, encouragement, and more.
  • 💡 Creative Techniques – Learn tips to make bold sentiments stand out while keeping your design clean and modern.
  • 💌 Fun to Share – These bright and happy cards are sure to bring a smile to anyone’s mailbox!

This is the perfect class if you’re looking for a little crafty escape – I can’t wait to see how you make these cards your own!

Here are the 4 unique cards:

Here’s a list of supplies you’ll want to have on hand – plus the embellishments I used (which will be in your kit).

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Looking for more ways to stamp with me?

Join my September Card Class to learn new techniques and create beautiful projects. Spots are limited, so reserve yours today!

RSVP now for the Sep 13th class
See the details and register here – I will order your supplies asap so you can have them on time!
  • Save 20%+ on your orders (including the virtual album and the suite sale items!!)
  • Get free access to my monthly card class tutorials.
  • Enjoy our monthly team meetings with stamping fun and collaboration.
Join Now!

Click here to shop my online store.
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Throwback Thursday: Festive Christmas Truck Card

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It’s time for another Throwback Thursday card idea, and this week I’m reaching for a favorite retired set—the Trucking Along stamp set and coordinating Truck Builder Punch. I couldn’t resist pairing this cheerful little truck with the current Nests of Winter 12×12 Designer Series Paper for a rustic, woodgrain background.

I finished the card with a few sparkling rhinestones, and of course, that bold red truck carrying a Christmas tree sets the perfect festive mood. This card is the kind you’ll want to recreate for holiday greetings, gift tags, or even a scrapbook layout.

✨ Why you’ll love this card:

  • Combines a beloved retired Stampin’ Up! set with current designer paper
  • Perfect DIY handmade Christmas card inspiration
  • Quick layers and a simple punch make assembly easy
  • The bright red truck adds timeless festive charm

I was inspired to pull this set out because of a new Stampin’ Up! kit coming September 3rd—it features a similar holiday vibe, and I can’t wait to share it with you! 🎄

👉 Be sure to pop back after the long weekend to see the exciting new Kits Collection, fresh Online Exclusives, and the brand-new September–December Mini Catalogue. There’s so much festive inspiration coming your way!

Before the month is over though – make sure to stock up on your favourite in-colors. The In Color Sale ends Aug 31st! Items include all the usual ink, ribbono, cardstock, but it also has kits, DSP packs and more. You’ll earn Stampin’ Rewards on your purchase too!

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RSVP now for the Sept 13th class

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Stampin’ Up! Product Update

Heads-up: Stampin’ Up! is phasing out red rubber stamps and markers and introducing refreshed packaging as part of ongoing improvements. Contact me for more details.

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Coffee & Cards August 2025 Replay

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Did you miss my August Coffee & Cards class? I’ve got you covered — the replay is now available!

This month, I created four unique cards featuring:
✨ The Jolly Holly Bundle
✨ The Jar of Joy stamp set with the Jar Builder punch
✨ The Encircled with Love stamp set
✨ The Not 29 Anymore stamp set
✨ The Choose Happy stamp set

👉 You can watch the full replay here:

🌟 Why You’ll Love These Cards
✔️ A mix of Christmas, birthday, and everyday designs — perfect for your card stash.
✔️ Fun techniques that are beginner-friendly but still inspiring for seasoned stampers.
✔️ Versatile layouts you’ll use again and again.

Here are the 4 unique cards:

🛍 Get the Card Kit FREE:
Place a $60+ order (before tax/shipping) in my Stampin’ Up! store between Aug 27–Sep 2, 2025, and I’ll send you the full kit to create all four cards.
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📄 PDF Tutorial Only:
Prefer to use your own supplies? Grab the detailed step-by-step PDF tutorial here:
👉 Get the PDF

Looking for more ways to stamp with me?

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RSVP now for the Sep 13th class
See the details and register here – you can still get the kit and watch the replay!
  • Save 20%+ on your orders (including the virtual album and the suite sale items!!)
  • Get free access to my monthly card class tutorials.
  • Enjoy our monthly team meetings with stamping fun and collaboration.
Join Now!

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 🙂