Welcome back to the Coast to Coast Creators Blog Hop! This month, our creative team is thrilled to introduce the brand new 2025–2027 In Colors from Stampin’ Up! These fresh and vibrant hues are perfect for spring and beyond. Whether you love bold brights or softer shades, this new lineup offers something for every style:

• Strawberry Slush – a bright, happy pink
• Timid Tiger – a soft, orangey-coral
• Darling Duckling – a warm, sunny yellow
• Cloud Cover – a dreamy, misty blue
• Secret Sea – a deep, mysterious navy

Many of the creators in our hop were inspired by a sketch this month… and while I may have missed including the sketch, I didn’t miss the chance to play with these gorgeous new colours!

My Card Set – Textured Notes + In Color Elegance

For my projects, I created a set of thank you cards using the new Textured Notes Bundle paired with the Heartfelt Hexagon Punch. I love how the leafy image fills the space without overpowering the sentiment — it makes for a simple, elegant focal point.

Each card features one of the new In Colors as the card base, coordinating stamped foliage, and a bold punched sentiment layer. I embellished each one with:

✨ Gold Striped Trim – adds a beautiful bit of shine
✨ 2025–2027 In Color Flat Pearls – the perfect subtle accent

I kept the layout clean and repeated the design to let the colors shine. This is a great way to create a coordinated set of cards or even prep a bunch to have on hand for gifts!

💙 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 💕

Tips for Using Cloud Cover Ink

If you noticed that my Cloud Cover card looks just as soft and dreamy as the other colours—thank the Stampin’ Write Marker! Since a full-sized Cloud Cover Classic Ink Pad isn’t available due to a unique chemical reaction with the firm foam, I used my Stampin’ Write Marker to ink up the stamp directly. This works beautifully, especially with cling stamps like those in the Textured Notes set.

Why no ink pad for Cloud Cover?
Stampin’ Up! discovered that when Cloud Cover ink meets the foam in our classic pads, it causes the colour to shift unpredictably. While they can’t reverse this reaction, there are still great options to enjoy this lovely hue:

• Use the Cloud Cover Stampin’ Write Marker (available in the 2025–2027 Marker Pack – 165292)
• Pair the Cloud Cover Classic Ink Refill l (165279) with Uninked Stampin’ Spots (141822) for consistent results
• Look for the Stampin’ Spot Assortment Pack (166716), which includes a felt-based Cloud Cover spot!

While the 5-colour Classic Ink Pad Bundle won’t be available this year, you can still purchase Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger, Darling Duckling, and Secret Sea ink pads individually. And trust me, Cloud Cover is still just as usable—you’ll simply reach for it a little differently.

2025–2027 In Color™ 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [165623]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780]	Textured Notes Bundle (English) [165556]	Heartfelt Hexagon Punch [162888]	Gold Striped 3/8" (1 Cm) Mesh Ribbon [165599]
2025–2027 In Color™ Flat Pearls [165192]	Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad [165286]	Timid Tiger Classic Stampin' Pad [165278]	Darling Duckling Classic Stampin' Pad [165277]	Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad [165285]
2025–2027 In Color™ Stampin' Write Markers [165292]	Versamark Pad [102283]	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053]	Embossing Additions Tool Kit [159971]	Basics Wow! Embossing Powder [165679]
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

Starter Kit Special – May 2025 Only!

Have you been thinking about joining Stampin’ Up!? Now is the perfect time. In May, you can choose $220 worth of products (including new In Color goodies!) and pay only $135 CAD — and there’s no shipping cost!

Whether you’re looking to save on your own orders or start a small business, the Starter Kit is completely customizable and there’s no obligation to sell. Plus, you’ll be part of my friendly and creative team! In Color products in my online store here — and don’t forget, orders of $75+ qualify for my customer rewards!

Join My In Color Club!

Love the new In Colors but want to collect them gradually? My In Color Club is a fun and affordable way to build your collection over 4 months. Each month, you’ll receive a selection of products in all of the In Colors. See the details and register here: https://form.jotform.com/leahdixon41/in-colour-club-2025

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Thanks for stopping by my blog today! Be sure to hop along and check out what the rest of the Coast to Coast Creators have made with these fabulous new colors — you’re sure to be inspired.

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