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  • 🦋 Create Beautiful Cards with the Butterfly Garden Kit

    If you joined me on Facebook Live today, you’ll have seen just how gorgeous and easy the Butterfly Garden Kit is from the Stampin’ Up! Kits Collection!

    This all-inclusive kit is perfect for those days when you want to create something beautiful without pulling out your entire craft room. Everything you need comes right in the box — making it ideal for beginners, busy crafters, or anyone who simply loves a quick and satisfying creative session.

    What’s Included in the Butterfly Garden Kit?

    This kit creates 9 cards in total —
    ✨ 3 different designs
    ✨ 3 of each design

    Inside the box you’ll find:

    • Pre-cut card bases
    • Coordinating die-cut pieces
    • Embellishments
    • Adhesive
    • Step-by-step instructions

    It’s truly a “grab and craft” experience. No stamping, no measuring, no guessing — just relaxing creativity.

    Perfect for Quick Crafting

    One of the things I love most about the Kits Collection is how convenient they are. Whether you’re crafting at the kitchen table, taking supplies away on retreat, or fitting in a little creative time between life’s busy moments, this kit makes it simple.

    The butterfly imagery is soft, fresh and uplifting — making these cards perfect for birthdays, thank you cards, or just sending a little happy mail to someone special.

    Stepping It Up – Simple Changes, Big Impact

    During my Facebook Live, I also shared how you can easily change up one of each card design to make it your own — even with an all-inclusive kit.

    Here are a few ideas I demonstrated:

    • Rearranging the die-cut elements for a different layout
    • Adding extra dimension with foam adhesive
    • Layering elements in a new way
    • Swapping sentiment placements

    It just goes to show that even when everything is provided for you, there’s still room to let your creativity shine!

    If you already have a few extra supplies in your craft room, you can easily step these up even further — but you absolutely don’t need to. The kit is beautiful exactly as designed.

    Who Is This Kit For?

    🦋 New crafters who want everything ready to go
    🦋 Busy creatives who love convenience
    🦋 Anyone wanting a thoughtful handmade card stash
    🦋 A lovely gift idea for a friend

    It’s also a wonderful way to introduce someone to papercrafting without overwhelming them.

    If you missed my Facebook Live, make sure you head over and watch the replay to see the alternative versions I created. I love showing how you can take something simple and add your own little twist!

    If you’d like to get your hands on the Butterfly Garden Kit, you can order it through my online store and have it delivered straight to your door.

    Happy crafting! 🦋✨

    Product List
    Butterfly Garden Kit (English) [ 167266 ]
    $42.00
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Secret Sea A4 Cardstock [ 165296 ]
    $25.00
    Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad [ 153118 ]
    $15.75

  • Lots to Love Kit

    The Lots to Love kit is a fabulous kit in Stampin’ Up!’s Kit Collection.

    If you’re looking for a quick, beautiful, and completely stress-free crafting experience, the Lots to Love Kit is such a joy to create with! I went live on Facebook on Friday to put this kit together — and let’s just say it was a little more “creative” than usual in more ways than one.

    With my internet down, I had to stream the live using my phone instead of my normal streaming system. But you know what? Crafting is all about adapting and getting creative — and this kit made that part easy!

    One of the things I absolutely love about the Lots to Love Kit is that it’s a non-stamping kit. That means:

    • ✔ No stamps
    • ✔ No ink
    • ✔ No stamping blocks
    • ✔ No prior experience needed

    Everything is ready to go right out of the box. The pieces are pre-printed, pre-cut, and beautifully coordinated — all you need to do is assemble.

    This makes it perfect for:

    • Beginner cardmakers
    • Crafting with kids or friends
    • Taking to a retreat or away on holidays
    • A quick creative session when time is short

    It’s truly cardmaking made simple — but still stunning.

    Why I Love the Lots to Love Kit

    The designs in the Lots to Love Kit are fresh, modern, and full of warmth. The layering pieces create dimension without needing any special tools, and the colour palette is beautifully balanced.

    What I especially enjoyed during today’s Facebook Live was how relaxing it felt to just assemble. No measuring. No die cutting. No decision fatigue. Just opening the box and creating.

    Even though my setup wasn’t my usual polished system, the kit really shone on camera because the designs are already so thoughtfully put together.

    Perfect for Busy Crafters

    As someone who juggles a full schedule, I truly appreciate having something in my craft space that I can pull out and complete in one sitting. The Lots to Love Kit gives you that instant creative satisfaction without the prep work.

    It would also make a beautiful gift — either assembled cards ready to give, or the kit itself for a crafty friend.

    Watch the Replay

    If you missed the Facebook Live, you can catch the replay over on my YouTube Channel but I’ve also listed the video below for you.

    If you’d like to add the Lots to Love Kit to your collection, you can shop it through my online store. It’s a wonderful addition to your craft stash — especially if you love quick, coordinated, no-stamp projects.

    Let me know in the comments — do you enjoy non-stamping kits, or are you a stamping-is-a-must kind of crafter? 💕

    Product List
    Lots To Love Kit [ 167263 ]
    $27.00

  • Textured Cardmaking with Hobby Haven Specialty DSP

    One of my favourite things about this paper pack is the built-in texture, and this card really highlights that. These Hobby Haven Specialty DSP ideas are perfect if you want your cards to look detailed without complicated steps.

    The subtle patterns and specialty elements in the paper do most of the work for you. I’ve paired it with coordinating cardstock and kept the layout clean so the paper can shine. This design would be ideal for beginner cardmakers or anyone short on time. You can see one of my other designs in my previous post.

    Hobby Haven Specialty DSP ideas

    🎥 Watch the card come together on YouTube:

    This is another example of how versatile the Hobby Haven Specialty Designer Series Paper really is.

    Product List
    Hobby Haven 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 167201 ]
    $29.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00
    Lost Lagoon A4 Cardstock [ 133686 ]
    $25.00
    Crumb Cake A4 Card Stock [ 121685 ]
    $25.00
    Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161665 ]
    $15.75
    Blending Brushes [ 153611 ]
    $27.00
    Everyday Arches Dies [ 164629 ]
    $51.00

  • Hobby Haven Specialty DSP card

    If you love creating handmade cards with a slightly masculine feel, you are going to love this Hobby Haven Specialty DSP card. This Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up! is packed with rich textures, tool imagery, and earthy tones that make cardmaking easy and stylish.

    For this card, I let the Hobby Haven Specialty Designer Series Paper take centre stage. The layered background adds instant interest without needing lots of extra embellishment. A simple sentiment and a few coordinating cardstock layers are all that’s needed to finish this card off beautifully.

    This is the kind of card that works perfectly for birthdays, thank-you cards, or even Father’s Day. It’s also a great design if you enjoy creating cards in batches.

    Hobby Haven Specialty DSP card

    🎥 Watch the full process here:

    If you’re looking for more ideas using the Hobby Haven Specialty DSP, make sure to check out the rest of this blog series.

    Product List
    Hobby Haven 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 167201 ]
    $29.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00
    Lost Lagoon A4 Cardstock [ 133686 ]
    $25.00
    Crumb Cake A4 Card Stock [ 121685 ]
    $25.00
    Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161665 ]
    $15.75
    Blending Brushes [ 153611 ]
    $27.00
    Everyday Arches Dies [ 164629 ]
    $51.00

  • Nature’s Symphony Bundle – A Closer Look at All 6 Cards

    To wrap up this little series, here’s a look at all six cards created with the Nature’s Symphony Bundle. Seeing them together really highlights just how versatile and cohesive this bundle is.

    Nature’s Symphony bundle cards

    From soft and subtle designs to bolder, more dramatic looks, these cards show how easily you can mix and match layouts, textures, and colours while still keeping everything beautifully coordinated.

    If you’re looking for a bundle that you’ll reach for again and again, Nature’s Symphony is definitely one worth adding to your collection.

    📺 In the video below, I talk through each card and share ideas for adapting the designs.

    Thanks so much for following along with this series. Let me know which card was your favourite—and if you’d like to see more bundle-focused inspiration like this, I’d love to hear!

    Product List
    Nature's Symphony Bundle (English) [ 166926 ]
    $82.75
    Nature Walk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166912 ]
    $21.75
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock [ 150886 ]
    $25.00
    Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [ 150083 ]
    $15.75
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00

  • Bold Botanicals & Contrast Using Nature’s Symphony Masculine Card

    This card shows a slightly bolder side of the Nature’s Symphony Bundle creating this Masculine Card, with stronger contrast and a deeper colour palette. The layered leaves really pop against the darker background, creating a striking yet still elegant design.

    Nature’s Symphony masculine card

    I love how versatile this bundle is—you can go soft and subtle or rich and dramatic, all with the same stamps and dies. Adding the use of blending brushes always adds a dramatic effect on your designs.

    This card would work beautifully as a masculine card or for anyone who loves strong, nature-inspired designs.

    🎥 Watch the video below to see how I built up the layers and created contrast without overpowering the design.

    Don’t forget to check the supply list below and save this layout for future cardmaking sessions.

    Product List
    Nature's Symphony Bundle (English) [ 166926 ]
    $82.75
    Nature Walk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166912 ]
    $21.75
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock [ 150886 ]
    $25.00
    Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [ 150083 ]
    $15.75
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00

  • Clean and Simple Nature’s Symphony Card

    If you love clean and simple cardmaking with just the right amount of detail, this one’s for you. This card focuses on strong layers, soft colours, and a peaceful botanical feel.

    The leaf images from the Nature’s Symphony Bundle really do all the hard work here. Paired with the squares from the stylish shapes dies layered onto a plain background and a sentiment, this card feels calm, thoughtful, and timeless.

    This is a fantastic design to keep on hand for those moments when you need a card quickly but still want it to feel special.

    🎬 You’ll find the full video tutorial below, including tips for keeping clean designs balanced.

    All supplies are listed below so you can recreate this card or put your own spin on it.

    Product List
    Nature's Symphony Bundle (English) [ 166926 ]
    $82.75
    Nature Walk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166912 ]
    $21.75
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock [ 150886 ]
    $25.00
    Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [ 150083 ]
    $15.75
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00