Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Birthday Stars

I'm so tickled with these Shining Stars Dies. They are so fun.





Supplies

Cardstock:
Night of Navy: 8-1/2" X 5-1/2", scored at 4-1/4" on the long side + a small scrap for die cutting stars
Mossy Meadow: 2 pcs 4" X 5-1/4" + small scraps for die cutting star
Basic White: 2 pcs 3-3/4" X 5" (embossed), plus whatever you need for die cutting the large star and creating your sentiment
Pretty Peacock: small scrap for die cutting stars
Earthen Toned Metallic Specialty Paper (retired): Larger scrap for die cutting large star + small stars
Designer Series Paper:
Nature Walk: 1 pc 4" X 1" then tear the edge, 1 pc 4" X 1/2" then tear the edge
Stamp Set & Dies: 
Welcome Noel Dies (smaller dies)
Embossing Folder: 
Lucky Stars (retired)
Ink:
Embellishments:
Brown twine is from Dollar Tree
Other: 

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Monday, October 12, 2026

Amazing Stars

When I saw the October Product of the Month, I knew I'd be pacing an order the day they were available. I LOVE stars. Always have. I have many retired star products from the past and will probably buy whatever comes out in the future. They are so fun and versatile. They work really well for masculine cards, cards for teenagers, Halloween, Christmas, New Year, graduation and so much more. They can pretty well be used for any happy occasion (in my opinion) depending on the vibe your going for. 

I will warn you, I really think these are going to sell out before the month is out this time. Dies are always popular and a set of 23 for $5 is a steal of a deal. You just need to have a qualifying order total of $75 (after all coupons and discounts have been applied) before you can add them to your purchase. Don't wait if you need these!



Supplies

Cardstock:
Secret Sea: 4-1/4" X 11", scored at 5-1/2" on the long side + a small scrap for die cutting stars
Basic White: 2 pcs 3-3/4" X 5" (embossed), plus whatever you need for creating your sentiment
Azure Afternoon: small scrap for die cutting stars
Granny Apple Green: small scrap for die cutting stars
Silver Glimmer (retired): small scrap for die cutting stars
Stamp Set & Dies: 
Embossing Folder: 
So Swirly 3D (retired)
Ink:
Embellishments:
Other: 

My Most Used Tools (Used Almost Daily):


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Sunday, October 11, 2026

Christmas Classics Comfort & Joy

I have had so much fun using a bunch of my retired Christmas product this year. I have new stuff to use that I haven't even touched. I think I'm afraid of it lol. I don't know what to do with it. The retired stuff has been loved and used and I'm familiar with it. I'm gonna have to break into some of my new stuff soon, but for now, enjoy this Christmas Classics card. I CASEd this card from Anne Marie Hile (Stampin' Anne on social media).



Supplies

Cardstock:
Real Red: 8-1/2" X 5-1/2", scored at 4-1/4"" on the long side
2-5/16" X 3-3/8"
Garden Green: 2 pcs 4" X 5-1/4", 1 pc 2-1/2" X 3-5/8" + scrap for holly leaves
Basic White: 2 pcs 3-3/4" X 5" + scrap for holly berries
Gold Glimmer (retired): 2-5/8" X 1/2"
DSP: 
Joy of Christmas (retired): 1 pc 2" X 5", 1 pc 2-3/8" X 5/8"
Stamp Set & Dies: 
Christmas Classics Bundle (retired)
Ink:
Embellishments:
Simply Elegant Trim (retired)
Black & White 1/4" Gingham Ribbon (retired)
Blooming Pearls (retired)
Other: 

My Most Used Tools (Used Almost Daily):

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Friday, October 9, 2026

Good Things Pumpkin Fun Fold Card

I really love how this card turned out. The pumpkins you can create with the masks in the Painted Pumpkins Bundle are so pretty and dimensional, and I really like the look of the garden gate. I'll have to play with that some more. There are more pieces to it too, but I couldn't fit them all on this card.




Supplies

Cardstock:
Cajun Craze: 4-1/4" X 11", scored at 5-1/2" on the long side
2-3/4" X 4-1/4"cut off of one end of the card base--save it for the front panel
3-1/4" X 4-3/4" for inside panel
Basic White: 3" X 4-1/2" for inside panel, plus whatever you need for mask blending your focal point pumpkin images and creating your sentiment
Lost Lagoon (leaves)
Crumb Cake (gate)
Early Espresso (gate hardware)
DSP: 
Painted Patch: 2 pcs 4" X 2-1/2", 1 pc 2-1/2" X 4", 1 pc 4" X 5-1/4", 1 pc 2-1/2" X 2"
Stamp Set & Dies: 
Ink:
Embellishments:
Charming Shimmer Faceted Dots (retired)
Other: 

My Most Used Tools (Used Almost Daily):

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Thursday, October 8, 2026

Gourd-geous Pumpkins

This is another go-to design for using several patterns of paper. I like how the offset sizes add interest too. Check today's blog post for more information on products used and dimensions. Link to my blog is in my bio.




Supplies

Cardstock:
Calypso Coral: 8-1/2" X 5-1/2", scored at 4-1/4" on the long side, also for stamped pumpkin
Basic White: 2 pcs 4" X 5-1/4", whatever scrap you need for your sentiment (Mine started out at 2-3/4" X 1" before I fussy cut it.)
Lost Lagoon (leaves)
Pool Party (pumpkins)
Golden Glow (pumpkin)
Vellum: die cut circle is about 3-1/4" in diameter
DSP: 
Painted Patch: 2 pieces 2-7/16" X 2-7/16", 2 pieces 1-1/4" X 2-7/16", inside piece is 1" X 5-1/4"
Stamp Set & Dies: 
Ink:
Stampin' Blends Markers:
Pecan Pie (pumpkin stems)
Embellishments:
Opaque Faceted Gems (retired)
Other: 

My Most Used Tools (Used Almost Daily):

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Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Hey Pumpkin

This is one of my favorite designs for keeping it simple. Using a few different patterned papers keeps it interesting.




Supplies

Cardstock:
Pretty Peacock: 8-1/2" X 5-1/2", scored at 4-1/4" on the long side
Basic White: 2 pcs 3-3/4" X 5", die cut square is 2-11/16" X 2-11/16"
Secret Sea: 2-7/8" X 2-7/8"
DSP: 
Painted Patch: 3 pcs 1-1/2" X 3-1/2", cut pumpkins for inside if desired
Stamp Set & Dies: 
Ink:
Memento Black (SU no longer carries)
Stampin' Blends Markers:
Embellishments:
Opaque Faceted Gems (retired)
Other: 

My Most Used Tools (Used Almost Daily):



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Tuesday, October 6, 2026

October 2026 Product of the Month!

The October Product of the Month, Shining Stars Dies, is available starting today! You get 23 star dies for just $5 (USD) with a $75 (USD) qualifying purchase. That is a steal! I would estimate these at a $35 value. If you want these dies, I would order sooner rather than later. I have a feeling they will sell out before the month is over. And once they're gone, they will not be restocked.









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Pumpkins and Good Things

I used the light side of Petal Pink Two-Tone Cardstock with the Rustic Check 3D Embossing Folder on this super simple fun fold card. I die cut the pumpkins from the Painted Patch DSP, but you can also just fussy cut them. They aren't too detailed for a quick fussy cut. I added lots of patterned paper on the inside because it just makes it more of a wow card with little effort. And, because I love patterned paper.




Supplies

Cardstock:
Golden Glow: 8-1/2" X 5-1/2", scored at 1-1/2" and 5-3/4"
Basic White: 4" X 5-1/4" (inside), square die cut on front is 3-1/4" X 3-1/4"
Petal Pink Two-Tone: 2-1/2" X 5-1/4" (embossed)
DSP: 
Painted Patch: 2 pcs 1-1/4" X 5-1/4", 1" X 4", 2-1/2" X 5-1/4", cut pumpkins
Stamp Set & Dies: 
Ink:
Pool Party (blending in background)
Pecan Pie (blending in background)
Embellishments:
Opaque Faceted Gems (retired)
Other: 

My Most Used Tools (Used Almost Daily):



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