Gears & Textures – Masculine

Recently on my Facebook Live I created with the Gears & Textures Stamp Set. You can see other cards I created with this set here. I chose to create some simple stamping cards which can be easily duplicated. I had used the inspiration from Crafty Rootes in the UK to create my first card. That was enough of a spring board to get me doing the next card and then the next and so on. It was great to be able to just create and to continue to get the creatively flowing so easily just with copying one card but changing up the colours.

Changing up the colours from the original design that I saw, I created the first card with the long images stamped diagonally on the page alternating the colours. On the insert I stamped the long images again on an angle which helped me jump to the next card. Having the images diagonally from either end and then stamping in the centre changes the card. And on the insert I stamped the images up and down which led me to my third card in this set. I chose to stamp the images from top to bottom on one side with the sentiment stamped at he bottom right of the card. Then layer each card front onto coordinating card stock. Really #simplestamping cards for you to recreate.

Gears & Textures – Masculine

Below is the quick version from my Facebook live, but you can also check out my long version with measurements here.

Product List
Gears & Textures Photopolymer Stamp Set [ 166851 ]
$35.00
Gears & Textures Dies [ 166853 ]
$53.00
Gears & Textures Bundle (English) [ 166854 ]
$79.00
Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad [ 153118 ]
$15.75
Misty Moonlight A4 Cardstock [ 153086 ]
$25.00
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147090 ]
$15.75
Old Olive A4 Card Stock [ 106576 ]
$25.00
Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147085 ]
$15.75
Cajun Craze A4 Card Stock [ 121683 ]
$25.00
Blending Brushes [ 153611 ]
$27.00
Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]
$14.00
Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
$49.00

Gears & Textures – Part 2

For my third & forth Stamp-a-Stack cards using the Gears & Textures Stamp Set, I kept with the same layout but changed up the embossing folders and switched the colours to keep things fairly clean and simple while still letting the textures and layers do the talking. I love cards that look detailed but are actually very achievable to recreate — perfect for a class setting. The embossing folders I used were Exposed Brick & the Beautiful Pattern 3D Embossing folders

One of my favourite things about this design is how easily it could be adapted. Change the sentiment, swap out the colours, or add a little embellishment, and you suddenly have a card suitable for lots of different occasions. This is exactly the kind of versatile design I love including in a Stamp-a-Stack — something you can confidently recreate again and again at home.

All the products I used for these cards are listed below, along with a photo so you can see the details up close.

Gears & Textures

Product List
Gears & Textures Photopolymer Stamp Set [ 166851 ]
$35.00
Gears & Textures Dies [ 166853 ]
$53.00
Gears & Textures Bundle (English) [ 166854 ]
$79.00
Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]
$14.00
Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
$49.00
Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147145 ]
$15.75
Lemon Lime Twist A4 Cardstock [ 144250 ]
$25.00
Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147138 ]
$15.75
Blueberry Bushel A4 Cardstock [ 146991 ]
$25.00
Summer Splash Classic Stampin Pad [ 163809 ]
$15.75
Summer Splash A4 Cardstock [ 163798 ]
$25.00
Three Banner Punch [ 167050 ]
$46.00
Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
$25.00

Gears & Textures

I have finally sat down to do some fun creating with brand new products. Pulling out the Gears & Textures stamp set from the brand new January to April Mini Catalogue, I got to searching for inspiration. The place I normally go for inspiration is to Marelle Taylor, my lovely upline. She ran Stamp a stack classes for years and years till Covid hit. So I go and check out her projects to see how I can use the layout or colours or both to create new projects using current product.

I chose this post of Marelle’s from March 2018. I had to change up the colours to current ones as a couple had retired. So I used Summer Splash to replace Bermuda Bay & then chose Blueberry Bushel to replace Pacific Point.

I used the Forever Plaid 3D embossing folder and the Dotted Circles 3D embossing folder for the background layer – one on each card. And then used the Three Banner Punch and the Wishing You Joy stamp set for the sentiment. The Lemon Lime Twist sentiment was punched out of the Lemon Lime Twist layer that is under the stamped images to save on cardstock. Its a great trick on using card without it impacting the visual of the card as the punched out part is completely covered. Rotating each card adds a different look to the cards as well.

Gears & Textures – first two cards

Product List
Wishing You Joy Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 169232 ]
$32.00
Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147138 ]
$15.75
Blueberry Bushel A4 Cardstock [ 146991 ]
$25.00
Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147145 ]
$15.75
Lemon Lime Twist A4 Cardstock [ 144250 ]
$25.00
Summer Splash Classic Stampin Pad [ 163809 ]
$15.75
Summer Splash A4 Cardstock [ 163798 ]
$25.00
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
$244.00
Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]
$14.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]
$10.50
Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
$49.00
Beautiful Pattern 3 D Embossing Folder [ 167097 ]
$18.50
Forever Plaid 3 D Embossing Folder [ 164049 ]
$21.00
Dotted Circles 3 D Embossing Folder [ 163789 ]
$21.00
Exposed Brick 3 D Embossing Folder [ 161600 ]
$19.25
Three Banner Punch [ 167050 ]
$46.00

January Classes

I have a few classes planned in January. If you live in Sydney I’d love to see you. Beginners are more than welcome. Email me to book in.

January Classes

Stamp a Stack & Sip Class – Gears & Textures

Come along and stamp a stack of cards, so you’ll always have a card ready when you need one. We’ll be using products from the January-April Mini Catalogue that will be released on the 6th January, 2026.

This month’s cards feature the Gears & Textures stamp set. We will be featuring some embossing folders and I’ve be showing you ways that you can use card stock wisely. You’ll make 8 cards (bonus card this month!) for $40 (if you BYO Stampin’ Up! adhesive and Dimensionals), or 8 cards for $50 (if you use my adhesive). Or you can earn this class for free with a $60 online order with me.

2nd Wednesday of the Month
Wednesday 14th 10am OR 7.30pm

This set of cards was inspired by the lovely Marelle Taylor. The cards that I was inspired by was way back in March 2018. Check out the originals here. I created this set of cards for a stamp a stack from last year that was again inspired by Marelle.

Just phone or email me to reserve your place. Places are limited to 8 people per class. All materials provided, unless stated otherwise. If the above times and dates don’t suit you, feel free to get a group of friends together, and arrange an alternative time!

Product List
Wishing You Joy Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 169232 ]
$32.00
Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147138 ]
$15.75
Blueberry Bushel A4 Cardstock [ 146991 ]
$25.00
Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147145 ]
$15.75
Lemon Lime Twist A4 Cardstock [ 144250 ]
$25.00
Summer Splash Classic Stampin Pad [ 163809 ]
$15.75
Summer Splash A4 Cardstock [ 163798 ]
$25.00
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
$244.00
Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]
$14.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]
$10.50
Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
$49.00
Beautiful Pattern 3 D Embossing Folder [ 167097 ]
$18.50
Forever Plaid 3 D Embossing Folder [ 164049 ]
$21.00
Dotted Circles 3 D Embossing Folder [ 163789 ]
$21.00
Exposed Brick 3 D Embossing Folder [ 161600 ]
$19.25

Stamp a Stack & Sip Class

I am starting up my Stamp a Stack & Sip Classes again and my first ones are this coming weekend.

🎄 Let’s get festive and crafty!
Join me for a Stamp-a-Stack cardmaking class where we’ll create 8 beautiful Christmas cards using the Ornamental Christmas stamp set.

 When: Friday 17th October from 7.30pm
OR
 When: Saturday 18th October from 10-12pm
🎨 Cost: $45 — or FREE with a $60 Stampin’ Up! order!
Bring along your favourite wine or drink.
Tea, coffee, hot chocolate available.
BYO your own Adhesives or purchase some at the class.

It’s the perfect way to get a head start on your Christmas cards while having a fun, creative night out!
Spots are limited — book your seat today!

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Gathering Moments Christmas

Last week I decided to play with the Gathering Moments Stamp set like I did the week before on my Facebook Live. However this time I wanted to create some Christmas cards instead. I decided to do similar to last week creating a 4 Square project. Stamping in the shape of a cross on an A4 Card stock piece and then chopped it down from there. I then started creating with some blues as well.

What do you think? Which card do you like the best?

Gathering Moments Christmas cards

Below is the video that I created on my Facebook Live last week. This is my quick video so if you’d like to see how I created these cards with some more details, you’ll need to go to my youtube channel and then check out the longer video.

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12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar

Introducing the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar, a brand-new calendar full of products you and your customers can craft with all year long! Every day of this calendar contains never-before-seen dies, paper, embellishments, and even more items you won’t find in any of our catalogues or in our online store, so make sure to buy one before they’re all gone. And did we mention that these make the perfect gifts for that friend in your life who loves to craft? After all, there’s nothing better than giving the gift of crafting! We only have a limited number of calendars in store, so don’t wait—click the image to start shopping now!

Count down to Christmas with Stampin’ Up!’s 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar, a festive favourite that you will want to enjoy as part of your seasonal celebrations.

Unboxing Videos

If you want to wait until December to open your calendar, we totally understand. But if you can’t stand the suspense and want to see what’s inside right now, we’ve got you covered! Click the link below to watch us unbox the calendar, one day at a time. We’ll show you everything the advent calendar has to offer, plus some sneak peeks and project inspiration! But don’t watch yet if you don’t want to spoil the surprise!

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