Have you ever looked at a card kit and wondered whether you should follow the instructions exactly or add your own creative touch? In my Facebook and YouTube Live on 21st May, I shared the May Sparkling Celebrations Paper Pumpkin Kit and showed how you can enjoy it either way. The kit was designed to… Read More: Sparkling Celebrations Paper Pumpkin Kit: Original Cards and Creative Alternatives »
Sunset Coast Stamp Set Cards are a wonderful option when you need a card that is quick to make but still looks polished and thoughtful. In my Facebook and YouTube Live on 4th June, I shared how to create a simple coastal scene using just a few stamps and ink colours, making it suitable for… Read More: Sunset Coast Stamp Set Cards | Quick & Simple Coastal… »
Do you enjoy finding simple ways to add depth and interest to your handmade cards? In my Facebook and YouTube Live on 28th May, I shared how to create Masking Technique Cards using the beautiful Opulent Oasis stamp set. This technique looks impressive, but it’s surprisingly easy and only requires a little extra preparation. One… Read More: Masking Technique Cards with Opulent Oasis Stamp Set »
Die cut negative stencil technique cards are such a fun way to stretch your supplies and create soft blended backgrounds without needing extra stencils. In my Live on 14th May, I shared how to use the leftover pieces from your die cutting as masks and stencils to create these elegant fern-inspired cards using the beautiful… Read More: Die Cut Negative Stencil Technique with Fern & Flora Cards »
The Bikes & Blooms Paper Pumpkin June 2026 kit is the next Paper Pumpkin kit coming to New Zealand, and it looks full of cheerful florals, bright colours, and fun silver details. If you enjoy quick and coordinated cardmaking projects, this kit is a lovely way to create beautiful cards without needing lots of supplies… Read More: Paper Pumpkin New Zealand | Bikes & Blooms June 2026 »
Book binding card ideas are a wonderful way to make your handmade cards feel a little more special while still keeping the design simple and achievable. This fold creates the look of a book spine along the side of the card and is a great way to show off beautiful Designer Series Paper. In my… Read More: Book Binding Card Ideas with Designer Series Paper »
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to be a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator? Many people are surprised to discover that you don’t need to run classes or a business to join. Some people simply join for the discount, the community, and the early access to products. As a demonstrator, you can enjoy: One… Read More: May 2026 Join Offer | Extra Value This Month »
The Opulent Oasis In Colors were the focus of my Facebook and YouTube Live on 16th April, where I shared a sneak peek of the brand new 2026–2028 In Colors and created a set of monochromatic cards using the lovely new Opulent Oasis bundle. If you enjoy seeing new products in action and getting fresh… Read More: Opulent Oasis Cards with the New 2026–2028 In Colors »
Paper Pumpkin New Zealand is a fun monthly crafting subscription from Stampin’ Up! that delivers a creative surprise to your door each month. If you enjoy card making, papercrafting, or simply having everything ready to create, Paper Pumpkin is a wonderful option. May Kit: Sparkling Celebrations Subscribe by 10th May to receive the May Paper… Read More: Paper Pumpkin New Zealand | Sparkling Celebrations May 2026 »
Would you like to sample the beautiful new Designer Series Papers from the May–August Mini Catalogue without purchasing every full pack? My May 2026 Paper & Cardstock Shares are now open and are a wonderful way to enjoy a variety of the new papers, along with coordinating cardstock to match. Shares are perfect if you… Read More: May 2026 Paper & Cardstock Shares Now Open »
Would you like to enjoy the beautiful new 2026 In Colors without needing to purchase everything at once? My In Color Club is a lovely way to build your collection over five months. Each month you will receive one featured colour with coordinating products, and by the end of the club you will have all… Read More: New 2026 In Color Club | Collect the New Colours… »
Gears & Textures swap cards were such a highlight to receive, and I wanted to share them with you as there is so much inspiration in these designs. If you’ve ever wondered how one stamp set can be used in different ways, this is a perfect example. These cards came from a recent team swap,… Read More: Gears & Textures Swap Cards Inspiration from My Team »
Masculine simple stamping cards can sometimes feel a little tricky, but in this week’s Facebook and YouTube live I shared just how easy it can be using the Gears & Textures stamp set. If you’ve ever wondered how to create cards for the men in your life without lots of layers or complicated techniques, this… Read More: Gears & Textures Masculine Simple Stamping Cards Made Easy »
If you’re ever short on inspiration, these case the catalogue card ideas are such a helpful place to start—and that’s exactly what I shared in this week’s Facebook and YouTube Live using the Beautifully Adorned Ephemera. In this week’s live, I kept things simple and shared two versions of the same card design. Both were… Read More: Case the Catalogue Card Ideas with Beautifully Adorned Ephemera »
After a lot of anticipation, Paper Pumpkin is finally here—and I am so pleased we can now access it in New Zealand. If you’ve ever wished crafting could feel simpler, quicker, and still beautifully coordinated, this is exactly what Paper Pumpkin offers. It’s a monthly subscription box delivered to your door, with everything you need… Read More: Paper Pumpkin Has Arrived in New Zealand »