Stampin with Sharon

Tag: paper crafting

  • 15% off Select Designer Series Paper & Cardstock

    A collage showing several of the discounted Designer Series Paper packs alongside coordinating cardstock with a "15% OFF" banner.

    If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to stock up on your favourite crafting papers, now is the time!

    From 4 August to 31 August, Stampin’ Up! is offering 15% off select Designer Series Paper and coordinating cardstock. Whether you’re making cards, creating scrapbook layouts or planning ahead for Christmas crafting, this promotion is a fantastic opportunity to add to your craft stash while saving money.

    Why I Love Designer Series Paper

    Designer Series Paper is one of the quickest ways to add beautiful colour and pattern to your handmade projects. With so many gorgeous designs available, it’s easy to create professional-looking cards without spending hours choosing colour combinations.

    Many of the papers coordinate perfectly with Stampin’ Up! colours, stamps and dies, making project planning simple and enjoyable.

    Don’t Forget the Cardstock

    To make the most of your Designer Series Paper, it’s the perfect opportunity to stock up on coordinating cardstock too.

    Having matching cardstock on hand means you’ll always have the perfect card bases, layers and die-cut pieces ready to complement your favourite paper designs.

    Perfect for Every Crafter

    Whether you’re:

    • Making birthday cards
    • Creating scrapbook pages
    • Preparing Christmas projects
    • Joining one of my classes or retreats
    • Building your craft collection

    this sale is a wonderful opportunity to save on products you’ll use again and again.

    Shop Before Your Favourites Sell Out

    Some of the most popular Designer Series Papers can sell quickly during promotions, so I recommend shopping early to avoid disappointment.

    Browse the sale, choose your favourites and enjoy 15% savings throughout August.

    All the items below are on sale. check them out now!

    Product List

  • Splash of Sparkle Designer Series Paper

    Today I’m sharing another fun set of handmade cards featuring the beautiful Splash of Sparkle Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up!.

    For these projects, I created 6 cards in total — 2 each of 3 different designs. This is such a great way to make the most of your designer series paper while creating multiple cards quickly and easily.

    The Splash of Sparkle Designer Series Paper adds so much colour, texture and interest to your projects, making it perfect for simple card layouts that still look stunning. I love how easy these designs are to recreate while still giving you plenty of opportunities to customise them with your favourite sentiments and embellishments.

    I also created two video options for these projects:

    • A detailed full-length tutorial with measurements, tips and step-by-step instructions
    • A shorter sped-up version if you’d prefer a quick overview and fast inspiration

    If you’d like all the details, you can watch the full tutorial below.

    Watch the Full Video Tutorial

    In the full video tutorial, I demonstrate all 6 cards and share how I used the Splash of Sparkle Designer Series Paper across the three designs.

    If you’re after a quicker version, you can also watch the sped-up process video here.

    Project Photos

    Splash of Sparkle DSP | 6 Easy Handmade Card Ideas

    These cards were so enjoyable to make and are a great reminder that designer series paper can do most of the work for you. By using coordinated papers and simple layouts, you can quickly create a beautiful set of handmade cards ready for your stash or to gift to friends and family.

    I hope these projects inspire you to pull out your patterned paper and create some quick and easy cards of your own.

    I’d love to know which of the three designs is your favourite!

    Happy crafting,

    Sharon

    Product List
    Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin Pad [ 167679 ]
    $25.00
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [ 132708 ]
    $14.00
    Baker's Twine Essentials Pack [ 155475 ]
    $19.25
    Linen Thread [ 104199 ]
    $8.75
    Cloud Cover 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Textured Ribbon [ 167182 ]
    $16.75
    Splash Of Sparkles 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 167200 ]
    $29.00
    Basic Black Hybrid Stampin' Pad [ 166648 ]
    $21.00

  • Velvet Meadow Designer Series Specialty Paper

    Today I’m sharing six handmade card ideas featuring the gorgeous Stampin’ Up! Velvet Meadow Designer Series Specialty Paper. This paper is absolutely stunning and does so much of the work for you with its beautiful designs and specialty finishes.

    In this tutorial, I created six different cards showing how versatile this paper pack can be. Whether you prefer simple card designs or enjoy adding extra layers and embellishments, these projects are a wonderful way to make the most of your designer series paper.

    One of the things I love most about the Velvet Meadow Designer Series Specialty Paper is how elegant it looks on cards for so many different occasions. The textures and patterns create beautiful backgrounds and focal points with very little effort, making it perfect for quick and easy crafting.

    I have two video options available for these projects:

    • A detailed full-length tutorial where I share measurements, tips and cardmaking techniques
    • A shorter sped-up version if you’d like quick inspiration and a fast overview of the cards

    If you’d like all the details, be sure to watch the full tutorial below.

    Watch the Full Video Tutorial

    You can watch the complete tutorial where I demonstrate all six cards and share the products and techniques used throughout the projects.

    If you’re short on time, I’ve also created a quick sped-up version of the process which you can watch here

    Project Photos

    These cards were so much fun to create and really highlight how easy it is to create beautiful projects with specialty designer paper. The Velvet Meadow Designer Series Specialty Paper works beautifully for elegant cards, masculine cards, sympathy cards or everyday all-occasion designs.

    I hope these projects inspire you to pull out your patterned paper and start creating. Sometimes all you need is beautiful paper, a simple layout and a little crafty time.

    If you have a favourite card from the six designs, I’d love to hear which one you liked most!

    Happy crafting,

    Sharon

    Product List
    Velvet Meadow 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 167904 ]
    $30.00
    Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin Pad [ 167679 ]
    $25.00
    Boutique Blossoms Dies [ 167653 ]
    $56.00
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [ 132708 ]
    $14.00
    Baker's Twine Essentials Pack [ 155475 ]
    $19.25
    Linen Thread [ 104199 ]
    $8.75
    Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147143 ]
    $15.75
    Paradise Garden Hybrid Embossing Folder [ 167120 ]
    $77.00
    Forever Plaid 3 D Embossing Folder [ 164049 ]
    $21.00
    Berry Burst A4 Cardstock [ 144249 ]
    $25.00
    Rounded Rectangle Punch [ 167880 ]
    $44.00
    Peaceful Pine A4 Cardstock [ 167692 ]
    $25.00
    Cloud Cover 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Textured Ribbon [ 167182 ]
    $16.75