5 Ways to Color the Irresistible Designs Specialty DSP

There’s something extra satisfying about discovering a hidden gem—and this week, I’m putting the spotlight on the Irresistible Designs 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper from the annual catalog. With three beautiful patterns and two sheets of each, this DSP is the perfect canvas for creativity. In fact, I’ve found five fun ways to …

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Gorgeous Embossed Texture

Sometimes it’s the simplest techniques that give the biggest “wow” factor, and sanding Stampin’ Up!’s Two-Tone Cardstock is one of those tricks that never fails to impress. When you emboss this cardstock and then lightly sand over the raised areas, the lighter core peeks through, adding incredible depth, texture, and contrast to your projects. Whether …

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Creating Perfect Card Bases and Layers

Cardmaking is all about the details, and one of the most important steps in creating beautiful handmade cards is knowing how to properly cut and score cardstock. Today, I’m sharing top tips for cutting and scoring card bases and layers to achieve crisp folds and perfect layers every time. Starting with the basics: making a …

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Background Technique To Love

Have you ever had a crafting tool sitting on your shelf just waiting for a second chance to shine? That’s exactly how I felt about my Stampin’ Write Markers—especially all the colors beyond my well-loved black one! So today, I’m bringing them out and pairing them with Stampin’ Up! acrylic blocks to create gorgeous watercolor-style …

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Trim Like a Pro: Tips for the Paper Trimmer

Today I’m sharing one of my all-time favorite tools—my trusty Stampin’ Up! Paper Trimmer. If you’ve ever struggled to get straight cuts, clean scores, or you’ve wondered how to cut through more than one sheet at a time, you’re going to love this. I use this trimmer every day in my cardmaking, and over time, …

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Sweet Jar Punch Magic

This week, I’m highlighting one of my absolute favorite tools in paper crafting—punches—and today’s project features the charming Sweet Jar stamp set and its coordinating punch. I knew I’d enjoy working with it, but I didn’t expect to love it this much! The possibilities truly feel endless. For the video tutorial, I created a gate …

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