Hello friends, I hope you’ve had a lovely start to the new year and that January is easing you back into routine.

Here in our little patch of Victoria, we’re right in the middle of a pretty intense heat wave and fire warnings, which always feels a little unsettling when you’re surrounded by forest. It’s very different from last week, when we were enjoying time at the beach.

We’re keeping a close eye on things, staying cool where we can, and doing lots of quiet, indoor activities. Perfect weather for crafting, really.

Despite the heat, it’s an exciting start to the year in the Stampin’ Up! world, because January brings a whole stack of new releases all at once. It can feel like a lot, so I wanted to pop everything in one place and give you a simple overview of what’s new.

January–April Mini Catalogue is now live

The January–April Mini Catalogue has new stamps, dies, papers and accessories to inspire us through the first part of the year.

If you’re an existing customer you’ve probably already got yours in the mail and may have even circled a few favourites.

If you don’t have a copy, you can grab it here or reach out and I’ll be happy to send you a hard copy in the mail.

You can also jump straight to the online store and browse the Mini Catalogue products in their own category. I actually prefer doing it this way now, because you can click around on the products, see more samples and ideas, and it really helps me decide what to get.

At the moment, my favourites include the Lovely & Beautiful Suite, especially the papers with gold foil accents. I also love Nature Walk, Greenery Lane, and Cute as a Bug which seems to be a popular one already.

January Online Exclusives

Alongside the Mini Catalogue, we also have new January Online Exclusives. These are products that don’t appear in a printed catalogue and are only available through the online store. You’ll spot them as you browse, and there are some really lovely additions this month.

Online Exclusives are a great option if you enjoy adding something a little different to your collection.

If you prefer to download your own five-page flyer, you can find it here.

Or you can browse the Online Exclusives category directly in the online store.

My favourite from this release is the Lovely Blossoms Suite.  In fact, we’ll be highlighting this one in our upcoming cardmaking classes at CraftAlive Shepparton and CraftAlive Wodonga.

New Kits Collection additions

There are also three new all-inclusive kits joining the Kits Collection this month. I predict the Adopt A Pet kit is going to be especially popular for anyone with little people in their life. It includes everything you need to make a paper puppy, kitten, guinea pig and bird, plus an adoption certificate. Absolutely adorable.

Kits are perfect if you want something quick, portable, or completely all-inclusive. No big decisions, no extra supplies needed. Just open the box and start creating.

Product of the Month

We’re now in the second month of this new program. Last month featured a lovely pack of paper, and this month’s Product of the Month is a sentiment stamp set called Fabulous Sayings.

It’s one of those practical, versatile sets you’ll reach for again and again. If you like having good sentiments on hand for all occasions, this one is definitely worth a look.

The stamp set is $9 and can be added to your order when you place a qualifying order of $125 or more.

Bonus Days promotion

On top of all the new products, Bonus Days has returned.

To sum it up, for every $90 AUD you spend between now and February 2, you’ll earn a $9 voucher to use on a future order in February. You can earn multiple vouchers, and yes, you still earn Stampin’ Rewards as normal too.

I love that we can enjoy the new catalogue and releases now, and have something to look forward to using next month. And maybe that $9 coupon could even pay for next month’s Product of the Month!

Where to start

A good place to begin is the online store. Using the sort button to bring the newest items to the top makes it easy to see everything that’s just been released.

Here’s a handy summary to help you keep track:

• Orders over $35 earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards when you’re opted in
• Orders of $50 or more also receive my monthly IDEAS tutorial bundle
• Orders of $90+ also earn a $9 Bonus Days voucher
• Orders of $125 or more are also eligible to add this month’s Product of the Month

Thanks so much for supporting my small business and for crafting alongside me. If you’re also dealing with this heat, take care and stay safe.

[By the way, I share regular updates and crafty inspiration over on my Facebook page – come and hang out with me there!]

Happy stamping, 

Welcome to the January IDEAS Tutorial Bundle Blog Hop.
This month’s theme is “Anything But Flowers” – how fun! Now I did use foliage on mine, but we decided that leaves were ok seeing they weren’t actually flowers lol

 The IDEAS Tutorial Bundle is a collaborative project created by a group of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators from around the world. Each contributor has designed a project inspired by this month’s theme, and the tutorials are written so you can recreate the projects at home with confidence.

For my project, the focus is on texture, layers, and organic shapes rather than traditional florals. Using the Nature Walk Designer Series Paper and Petals of Beauty Dies, this card highlights foliage, subtle pattern, and soft colour combinations to create a calm, nature-inspired design without a single flower in sight.

One of my favourite elements of this card is the wrap-style side strip. It adds interest and movement while still keeping the card practical and easy to post. Layered panels, embossed texture, and a simple leaf cluster work together to create depth without overwhelming the design.

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How to Get the January IDEAS Tutorial Bundle

The IDEAS Tutorial Bundle is a premium collection of creative projects that international Stampin’ Up! demonstrators create each month. This month, January’s edition offers projects from 10 contributors, each inspired by our theme Anything But Flowers.

There are two easy ways to get your copy:

• First, place a $50+ AUD order in my online Stampin’ Up! store during January and you’ll receive the entire bundle free as my gift to you.

• Or, if you prefer, you can purchase the bundle for personal use or classes for $14 – simply contact me here.

Each month, the tutorials include step-by-step instructions, measurements in both metric and imperial, and photos to help you recreate the projects with ease.

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Thank you so much for visiting today. I hope my project inspires you this month. Enjoy exploring sneak peeks from the rest of the design team.

Happy stamping, 

Tags: cards, stampin' up!

Welcome to the December IDEAS Tutorial Bundle Blog Hop.
This month’s theme is We’re Cut Out To Be Friends, with every designer creating projects that highlight die cutting, trimming or snipping in creative and clever ways.

For my contribution, I created a coordinating pair using the Friendly Foliage stamps and dies. To start, the first project features a soft, colourful Get Well note card. I cut a window right through the front panel and added a vellum layer behind it for a soft, frosted look. The dies in this set really are very clever!

In addition, the second project is an embossed vellum treat holder. When paired together, they make a simple but elegant gift set that works for so many occasions.

Here’s a look at the Friendly Foliage card:

The December IDEAS Tutorial Bundle includes full instructions, measurements and photos for all the projects created by the design team. Overall, it is a wonderful resource for inspiration and crafting ideas.

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How to Get the December IDEAS Tutorial Bundle

The IDEAS Tutorial Bundle is a premium collection of creative projects that international Stampin’ Up! demonstrators create each month. This month, December’s edition offers several full-colour tutorials, each inspired by our theme We’re Cut Out to Be Friends.

There are two easy ways to get your copy:

• First, place a $50+ AUD order in my online Stampin’ Up! store during December and you’ll receive the entire bundle free as my gift to you.

• Or, if you prefer, you can purchase the bundle for personal use or classes for $14 – simply contact me here.

Each month, the tutorials include step-by-step instructions, measurements in both metric and imperial, and photos to help you recreate the projects with ease.

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Thank you so much for visiting today. I hope my Friendly Foliage projects spark some ideas for your own crafting. Enjoy exploring sneak peeks from the rest of the design team.

Happy stamping, 

Tags: cards, stampin' up!