Coffee & Cards North Shore Auckland is a wonderful time to connect with others and enjoy creating together. It’s held at Vero Café in Unsworth Heights and is open to everyone—whether you already attend my classes or if you’re a newcomer. All levels of ability are welcome! Come along and make two handmade cards while… Read More: Coffee & Cards North Shore Auckland – A Creative Break… »
Creating handmade Christmas cards is such a joy, and the Peace on Earth card with the Peaceful Garden Suite is one of those designs that carries a timeless, heartfelt message. In this week’s live, I made two versions of the card to show how small changes in details can give each card a slightly different… Read More: Peace on Earth Card with Peaceful Garden Suite »
Sometimes Christmas card making can feel overwhelming when time is short and the to-do list is long. That’s why I love the Christmas Tags and More Designer Series Paper—it makes creating easy Christmas cards a breeze. With pre-printed designs, mix-and-match die-cuts, and coordinating colours, most of the hard work is already done for you. During… Read More: Easy Christmas Cards with Christmas Tags and More »
Saturday 4th October is World Card Making Day, and Stampin’ Up! are celebrating with a free virtual event from 5–6pm. Here’s the best part: It doesn’t cost you anything to join in, and when you register you’ll also receive a free gift! You can choose how you’d like to take part: 💻 Join from Home… Read More: Celebrate World Card Making Day with Us! »
There’s something timeless about a wreath design at Christmas, and this Joyful Tidings Christmas card captures that perfectly. In this week’s live, I created a simple yet elegant card featuring the Joyful Tidings stamp set, paired with Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, and the warmth of Country Woods Designer Series Paper. By adding a few small… Read More: Joyful Tidings Christmas Card with Traditional Colours »
Do you sometimes struggle to create masculine cards? You’re not alone! Masculine card designs can be tricky, especially when most of our craft supplies lean towards florals, bright colours, and embellishments. In this week’s live, I shared simple masculine card designs with Country Woods Designer Series Paper—perfect for Father’s Day, birthdays, or any occasion where… Read More: Simple Masculine Card Designs with Country Woods DSP »
Exciting! New product has arrived. September – December 2025 Mini Catalogue The new September Mini Catalogue is now here! This is from 3rd September 2025 until 5th January 2026. To download a copy of the new Mini Catalogue click here. To see the new products in the online store, click here. September 2025 Online Exclusives… Read More: What’s New In September 2025? »
Come and join me for a fun and inspiring evening as we celebrate the release of the September–December Mini Catalogue and the brand-new Online Exclusives. When: Friday 5th September, 7:30–9:00pm (online) Here’s what you can look forward to:✨ A walk-through of the new catalogue✨ A look at some creations made with new products✨ A closer… Read More: September Mini Catalogue & Online Exclusives Launch Celebration »
Would you like to try all the gorgeous new papers and ribbons without purchasing every full pack? My new Share gives you a carefully cut selection from the September–December Mini Catalogue and the September Online Exclusives. It’s the perfect way to sample everything at a fraction of the cost! What’s Included in the Share Designer… Read More: September 2025 Paper, Cardstock and Ribbon Share »
Do you sometimes need a quick and easy handmade card? This week I shared a simple DSP card with More Messages sentiments in my Facebook and YouTube Live, and it’s a design you’ll want to try for yourself. Why I Love the More Messages Stamp Set The More Messages stamp set is a great one—it’s… Read More: Simple DSP Card with More Messages »
On 14th August, in my Facebook and YouTube Live, I featured the Sunrise Sailing bundle—but with a twist! The bundle’s embossing folder includes clouds, yet I wanted to take a different direction and add a bright sun instead. I shared two card versions: the first was a simple, one-layer design with just stamping and a… Read More: Masking and Blending with the Sunrise Sailing Bundle »
Last week I shared some monochromatic ways to use the Sunflower Embossing Folder, but this week I decided to bring it to life with colour! I tried two different colouring methods – Stampin’ Blends and daubers – and I love how they each create a completely different look. The folder itself is large (6″ x… Read More: Colouring with Sunflower Embossing Folder – Two Different Looks »
This card features the Faux Linen technique, paired with the Textured Notes stamps and dies and the Forever Plaid 3D embossing folder. I’m loving the versatility of this bundle — I originally bought it for the dies, but I’ve found myself reaching for the stamps just as much, especially for Coffee & Cards. The colours… Read More: Faux Linen Technique with Textured Notes »
Looking for inspiration using the Sunflower Embossing Folder? In this week’s Facebook and YouTube live, I shared a series of monochromatic sunflower embossing folder cards—each with its own colour variation, technique, and texture. This large embossing folder is stunning on its own, but when paired with monochromatic tones, it creates a range of striking designs… Read More: Monochromatic Sunflower Embossing Folder Cards »
Stampin’ Spots—sometimes referred to as ink spots—are such a handy addition to your craft stash. They are like a mini ink pad! They’re perfect when you want to try new colours, craft in a smaller space, or get creative without needing a full-sized ink pad. On my Facebook and YouTube Live on 24th July, I… Read More: Three Creative Stampin’ Spot Techniques You’ll Want to Try »