It’s time for my Holiday Paper, Ribbon & Embellishment Shares!

Aug 11, 2026 | 0 comments

With each new Stampin’ Up catalog, there are SO many pretty papers, ribbons and embellishments –  it can be hard to choose which ones to order!  Shares are a way to get a sample all the new things so you can look at it in person and play before you purchase.   There will also some Online Exclusive (OE)  items released Sept 1 that I’m including also.  My gift to you is free shipping as a thank you for joining in with me!

I can take reservations for the shares now but I cannot take payments until Aug 25th, which is 7 days before the catalog begins on Sept. 1st (per SU rules).  I’ll send you an invoice on August 25th. For now, email me with your mailing address and which shares you would like.  (US addresses only)

94 Sheets (6×6 size) Designer Paper Shares $45 (free shipping)  Option 1
For the papers, I’ll order them all, cut each pack into quarters, 6×6 size sheets, and package in a pretty box for you with a description sheet of colors included.   There are 19 new papers!
(Double 6×12 papers available by request for $80)

HEARTH AND HOME
TEXTURE AND TONE
YULETIDE CAROLS
WHISPERING WOODS
A LITTLE CHRISTMAS
PAINTED PATCH
SUNFLOWER FIELDS
TIMELESS CHRISTMAS
MOSAIC GARDEN
ALL WRAPPED UP
NEUTRAL NOEL
CREATIVE CELEBRATIONS
RADIANT FOILS
METAL EFFECTS
TIMELESS METALLIC
AUTUMN WOODLAND
AUTUMN OPULENCE (OE)
WINTER DREAMS (OE)
ALPINE WINTER (OE)

Embellishments $20  (free shipping)  Option 2
These are split between 5 people, attached to a sturdy cardboard
and packaged in sturdy, crystal clear zip bags.

40 ADHESIVE BACKED SNOWFLAKES (OE)
40 PAINTED PATCH 
30 RADIANT GEMS
36 GLOSSY GARDEN DOTS
30 MATTE GOLD DOTS
40 SPARKLE SEQUINS
4 CHRISTMAS BERRIES
8 CHRISTMAS EPOXY SHAPES

Ribbon  $20 (free shipping)  Option 3 (free shipping)

I split the ribbons/twines between 5 people, carefully wrap and package in a sturdy clear zip!

2 yards SECRET SEA & GOLD RIBBON (OE)
2 yards CALYPSO CORAL W/COPPER BORDER RIBBON
2 yards WHITE 3/8″ TEXTURED RIBBON
2 yards CHERRY COBBLER/WHITE STRIPED RIBBON
2 yards HYDRANGEA HUE 1/4″ BORDERED RIBBON
2 yards MOSSY MEADOW/VANILLA GINGHAM RIBBON
3 YARDS CHRISTMAS BAKER’S TWINE
1 YARD EACH NEUTRALS JUTE (5 COLORS-BASIC BEIGE, CRUMB CAKE,
EARLY ESPRESSO, MOSSY MEADOW, PECAN PIE)

Option 4 is all 3 shares with a $5 Discount  $80 (free shipping on all )
DSP, Ribbon & Embellishments! 

RESERVE YOUR SPOT!  Send an email to Linda@stampingschool.com 
(check the email to be sure it doesn’t go to a do-not-reply blog email)

Let me know which shares you would like. I will reply back with a confirmation same day!

15% off Select Paper and Cardstock, New Kits & More!

Aug 4, 2026 | 0 comments

I counted 26 packs of 12×12 Designer Papers, two 6×6 designer paper packs,  28 colors/ packs of Two Tone 12×12 cardstock (that is the one that is lighter weight and white core, sandable when embossed),   and 30 colors/packs of 8-1/2 x 11 cardstock!!

The best way to see all the papers on sale is to visit the page HERE 
There are too many for me to post individually here but easy to see them all on the sale page

AUGUST PRODUCT OF THE MONTH 
is specialty designer paper!
Only $5 to add on when you have an order of $75 or more

GLOW OF HARVEST 12×12

– 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 single-sided designs 12×12
– Acid and lignin free (this product is photo-safe)
– Includes shimmer
– Colors: Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Golden Glow, Pecan Pie

I can’t wait to see it in person!   Here are some samples from the SU home office: 

NEW KITS!

She’s pretty fabulous!  Grab a hot glue gun and this kit for a fun Halloween decor piece!
Click on photos for more details.

Here is another home decor kit – The Crafted Blooms Kit.  Add to a clip board, shadowbox frame or make large, over the top card for someone special!

 To see all the New Arrivals, click here

I’m off to shop!

August Product of the Month and a Designer Paper Sale coming….

Aug 2, 2026 | 0 comments

Hi all! I am in the airport in NY, coming back from a wonderful vacation in New Hampshire.
It’s hard to say goodbye to friends and family but looking forward to home, too!
I don’t have a video for you today  – just a few announcements:

Stampin’ Up will have a sale on Selected Designer papers from August 4th to August 31st!
15% off but we won’t know which ones until August 4th  – I’ll come back and post the list that morning.
If you place an order of $50 with me this month, I’ll send a 6×6 sampler with a few assorted card bases and a coordinating yard of ribbon!

AUGUST PRODUCT OF THE MONTH BEGINS TUESDAY, AUGUST 4th

This looks like a pretty one!  (They had me at shimmer….

If you missed this LIVE video from Stampin’ Up, it is fun to see all the new July releases up close!

I’ll be back on August 4th with the Designer paper sale list!

For those that like halloween projects – Here is a video from the SU home office for the
Frightfully Fun Suite.  some good inspiration!
Video will open in new tab  HERE

New Foiling Machine Today and Your Questions Answered….

Jul 10, 2026 | 0 comments

Stampin’ Up added a new machine to their tools for hot foiling, which is unique to us but has been out for years.  I had a foiling gadget for sentiments and stickers (I think it was called Minc) and anything shiny or sparkly, I’m ready to try!

I was delighted to hear MANY of you here already have a foiling machine – that is AWESOME!  
Now you can add our exclusive stamps and dies to your collection:)

#170009  $160 and includes a FREE $30 class to learn tips and tricks!

Everyone who purchases the Stampin’ Hot Foil System & Craft Class (170009) until January 4, 2027, will automatically get access to the Metallic Magic Craft Class. However, this class is available for purchase on its own without purchasing the system, which is a great offer for those who may already have a system for hot foiling but want ideas for elevating their creativity.  #171482 $30

 Here are a few things to know before you invest: 

Stampin’ Up did not create or invent this system and is not exclusive to us.  It is a Spellbinders system and Stampin’ Up has partnered with them to add to our offering.  This new foiling system will be also be offered by Spellbinders on their website and works with their die cutting machine also.   Stampin’ Up’s core business is to create stamps/dies and foiling is a new way to use their exclusive designs.

The dies needed to hot foil are different than our regular cutting dies!  The new foiling dies will not cut paper, although they can emboss designs with your rubbery plates, which is cool.

Spellbinders created this new system to fit their larger die cutting machine (which is basically the same as ours)  so you will need to have a machine that has an opening of 6-1/2″ wide- like our current white machine
(Stampin’ Cut & Emboss) 

Many have a BIG SHOT that SU sold years ago and this foiling platform will be about 1/2″ too wide to fit in there. HOWEVER Good news!  If you really want to get into foiling, Spellbinders still has their original Glimmer System  which is compatible with many machines like the Big Shot with the 6″ opening.
If you are happy with your Big Shot, great!  You still have options if you want to get into foiling!

(and some Big Shot machines and other companies have the wider opening so just measure yours to see)

Here is a video of how the new foiling machine works from the SU home office – click here to view

There is a brochure to introduce the products:  Click here to view the 6 pages 

The inventory is smaller for the first release and may sell out this month but they will be getting more in.
I bought one and will be firing it up this weekend to play!
There is a one year warranty on the machine.

What Stamps/Dies are available to Hot Foil? 
Stampin’ Up has created about 10 new bundles and some stand alone dies to get us started!

Here is a quick link to the store to see them all!

I bought the sentiments, because I love the look of metallic words!
This die set has the words to foil and then the dies to cut out all the words at once:

SWEETLY SENTIMENTAL HOT FOIL DIES  #170052

I also bought the leaf bundle below because I like the idea of being able to use the stamps alone, the foiling die alone or both together

Botanical Glow Bundle 170057  $52

More later on it after I play and give it some testing!

Video: Split Negative Technique

Jul 6, 2026 | 0 comments

This week I’m going old school this week with a cool technique called Split Negative.
Whether you emboss black and white like I did or use 2 colors, it’s a fun way to use your stamps and dies in a fresh way.

VIEW/PRINT RECIPE PDF WITH MEASUREMENTS HERE

I hope you give it a try!

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