Nov 8, 2026 |

I had a request to use the A Christmas Wish die set, so here it is!
Although this metal die is designed for hot foiling, you can also use it with ink…no hot foil required!
In this video, I’ll show you both ways so you can see the different looks you can create with the same die set.

View/Print Recipe PDF with measurements HERE

A Christmas Wish Hot Foil Dies #170591 $30
I do like that the hot foil dies do not cut because there are more techniques we can do with them!
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I just got my set – will play a bit and share what I make!
This stamp set is only $5 when you have $75 or more in your order before tax/shipping/rewards.
Nov 2, 2026 |

So far, Stamin’ Up has been releasing the new Product of the Month on the first Tuesday, which will be November 3rd!
I like this stamp set – looks versatile and could even go for holiday cards. I especially like the mixed font for With Love.
For the Product of the Month, you can add it to your order when you reach $75 or more before tax, coupons and rewards.

ALSO ON NOVEMBER 3RD….
There is a new drop of Online Exclusives (which simply means not in print)
You can view/download the PDF with the products HERE
(opens in new tab) Tomorrow the Online Exclusives store page will be Live – you can see it here
If you want a little sampling of all the new papers and accessories, my shares are still open!
Only $30…see my post HERE
I did order some new things to play with, even though I’m not done with the holiday cards yet!
I ordered the 2 new embossing folders, the knitting stamp set for a friend for Christmas, and the birthday candles because I need more birthday. The gold stripe vellum and the Truly Timeless gold foil prints are gorgeous!
And the playing card bundle because it will make really fun cards for birthdays, too. The Chunky Florals was nostalgic for me – I used to have a wood block stamp set that was similar years ago!
Oct 30, 2026 |
I had a few requests for a paper share for the Online Exclusives coming out November 3rd.
I imagine many of you are prepping holiday cards but there are some very pretty papers!
Lovely gold foil designs and vellums, shiny metallics, mulberry papers (one in Secret Sea – love)
The 3 embellishments and 2 ribbons coordinate with the papers and suites coming out.
I’m offering 8 of the new papers (33 sheets, 6×6 size), 2 ribbons and 3 embellies in one share for $30 (with free shipping)
To reserve your shares by November 2nd, email me at Linda@stampingschool.com

6 sheets Country Cottage Designer Series Paper
3 Sheets Spring Textured Metallic Specialty
3 sheets Old Olive & Secret Sea Mulberry Specialty
6 sheets Painted Collage Designer Series Paper
3 Sheets Textured Canvas Specialty
6 sheets Somewhere in Time Designer Series Paper
3 Sheets Truly Timeless Specialty
3 Sheets Gold Striped Vellum Specialty
2 yards Basic Black 1/4″ Satin Ribbon
2 yards Crumb Cake 1/4″ Lacelet Trim
24 Cottage Charm Adhesive-Backed Sequins
24 Mosaic Adhesive-Backed Dots
24 Pearl Faceted Adhesive-Backed Dots
US only – If you want to send a check or Venmo instead of PayPal, let me know in your email!
Please include your mailing address in your email
To reserve your shares by November 2nd, email me at Linda@stampingschool.com
Oct 25, 2026 |

Hi all! By request, I’m reviewing two new Christmas Card kits from Stampin’ Up! I actually enjoyed making them all.
The dogs and cats are cute! The Pop Out cards/tags are double fun, too.

(no measurements for this video since these are all precut kits)
You can see these kits and all the others HERE
I added a few extra kit additions to my shopping list below
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Oct 21, 2026 |

For 3 days, select dies and tools are on sale for 15% off!
Sometimes it’s better to buy the whole bundle if you want both – so be sure to do the math as bundles are 10% off stamps/dies.
BUT if you have your eye on some shapes for example, this is a good time to grab them!
To see ALL the items on sale, there is not a flyer but you can see them on the web page HERE
Here are a few of my favorites:
I’ll be traveling today but you can still reach me on email and phone if you need help ordering:)

Oct 18, 2026 |

Hi all! This week I used the Thinking of You die, it’s a 2 step die and an optional stamp set to go with it, too.
I really like the die! Cutting it in white really pops, even on a simple card like the trees.

It’s a nice bundle for $36.75 #168263
or you can order separately:
Thinking of You Dies: $22 #168260
Photopolymer Stamp Set #168254 $19
Here is my video!

VIEW/PRINT RECIPE PDF WITH MEASUREMENTS HERE
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Oct 11, 2026 |
It’s that time of the year…as soon as the weather cools down a bit, the leaves begin to turn and I start thinking about making holiday cards. In my dream world, I get them done in November but that rarely happens:) Yesterday I made these 10 cards in a short time! I really like the SU holiday ephemera this season. Each of the pop-out designs are thick and adhesive backed, super easy to make a bunch of cards in a snap!
Watch my video below to see the 10 cards and tips for putting them together – (printable recipe PDF is linked below the video)

VIEW/PRINT RECIPES WITH MEASUREMENTS HERE
Here are the supplies I used for the cards:

The Product of the Month for October is fantastic! It is a 23 piece set of star dies and is still available for only $5 with your $75 or more order! You can see it HERE

Oct 6, 2026 |

It’s October 6th! We can order the new October Product of the Month!
Only $5 to add on to your $75 or more order

SHINING STARS DIES
Item #168600
whiles supplies last (I have a feeling these will go quickly)
23 dies! Largest die: 5-1/4″ x 5-1/4″
TWO NEW KITS FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
CHRISTMAS COMPANIONS KIT (ENGLISH) #168678 $24

Create adorable cards featuring festive pet-centered scenes.
– Makes 10 cards: 5 each of 2 designs
– Includes red foil accents
– Colors: Basic Black, Crumb Cake, Golden Glow, Peaceful Pine, Pecan Pie, Petal Pink, Pool Party, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red
Oct 3, 2026 |

As a demonstrator, I get a weekly newsletter from Stampin’ Up with updates and sometimes a technique idea. I really liked this card layout or sketch – the colors and the simplicity. (Timid Tiger, Crisp Cantaloupe and White.)
I tried it first with my Simply Leaves punch bundle, then I changed up the colors to a muted Cloud Cover/Secret Sea combo. One more as a holiday card, adding a few more layers.
Here is my video – I hope you give the sketch a try and make it your own!

VIEW / PRINT RECIPE WITH MEASUREMENTS HERE
I definitely like the SU sample better….but I do like how easy the punched leaves are, too.
Same Timid Tiger Card base but theirs looks brighter and more Pumpkin Pie. I like that too.

This one is my favorite – Cloud Cover and Secret Sea are a calm color combo.

This was the first time using the Frosted Pinecones bundle – looking forward to playing with it more!
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