Welcome to our July IDEAS blog hop! This month’s theme is Holidays… a very broad topic that we can interpret any way we like! Some of the team are doing trips away (on holidays), Christmas in July, summer projects and more. I’ve chosen to do Christmas in July as my theme, and I’m bringing you plenty of early festive cheer to inspire your next creative session. With the release of brand new Online Exclusives this month, you’ll even see some lovely products in action for the first time.
My project features the new Long Time No See stamp set, and I couldn’t resist making a fun expanding card and matching treat holder — both starring a very dapper dachshund in a festive jumper.
Here’s a sneak peek:
The card has a surprise inside — as it unfolds, the dog stretches across the full length of the panel! I used the paper piecing technique to decorate the sweater with strips of designer paper, and coloured the lights with Darling Duckling Stampin’ Blends for a sweet pop of festive colour. The matching matchbook treat holder is a simple fold that holds a small chocolate, perfect for table favours or little gifts.
You’ll find step-by-step instructions, full measurements (in metric and imperial), and colour photos in this month’s tutorial — along with a whole collection of projects from demonstrators around the world.
Want the July IDEAS Tutorial Bundle? There are a couple of ways to get it:
Place an order of $50 or more (AUD) in my online store and I’ll send it to you for free as a thank you.
Or, you can purchase the bundle outright for just $14 AUD.
Welcome to our June IDEAS blog hop! This month we’re embracing the Colour Me Happy theme – and you’re in for a real treat. You’ll find everything from creative colour combos and projects with new In Colors™ to colouring techniques, altered papers, and fresh ways to add colour to your crafting.
For my project, I focused on the idea of adding colour to resist paper – an ink-blending technique using Lost Lagoon ink and a blending brush, applied to the Irresistible Designs Specialty Designer Series Paper.
Here’s a sneak peek of my project:
This month’s IDEAS Tutorial Bundle is packed with colourful creativity. You’ll receive step-by-step tutorials, measurements in centimetres and inches, and full-colour photos to guide you through each of the projects. And with demonstrators from all over the world contributing, you’ll get a wonderfully diverse mix of styles and techniques.
Bonus Reminders:
The Last Chance List was updated just yesterday, and even more products are now discounted – some even further than before!
Our amazing Buy One, Get One Half Price Suite Sale is on now too! This applies to any suites or suite products from the annual catalogue or Online Exclusives. -> Hot tip: Your least expensive item will be the one that’s half price, so double check your cart before checking out!
Would you like a copy of the June IDEAS Tutorial Bundle? There are a couple of ways to get it:
Place an order of $50 or more (AUD) in my online store and I’ll send it to you for free as a thank you.
Or, you can purchase the bundle outright for just $14 AUD.
Hello friends! It’s time for another IDEAS tutorial bundle, and this month our theme is all about quick, fabulous projects – perfect for any time you want to craft without a lot of fuss!
For my contribution, I focused on creating cards using the Mix & Match Ephemera Packs from Stampin’ Up!.
No stamps or dies needed – just beautiful pre-printed pieces ready to go! I’ve shared two versions: one featuring the Spring Celebrations ephemera pack and another using the Birthday Treats Ephemera Pack for a completely different look.
If you love crafting but are short on time, these ephemera cards are a wonderful way to create stunning results quickly.
Here’s a little sneak peek of my projects:
As always, this is just one of many projects included in this month’s IDEAS Tutorial Bundle. You’ll find step-by-step instructions, measurements, and clear photos to guide you through making this card yourself. Plus, you’ll get tutorials from talented Stampin’ Up! demonstrators from around the world – all following the same Fast & Fabulous theme.
Would you like a copy of the May IDEAS Tutorial Bundle?
There are a few ways to get it:
Simply place an order of $50 or more (AUD) in my online store and I’ll send it to you for free as a thank you (as well as earning 10% in Stampin’ Rewards).
Or, you can purchase the bundle outright for just $15 AUD
Team members and stamp club members will always access it for free.
To order or request the tutorial bundle, simply email me at stamps@simonebartrum.com.
* Legal disclaimer: I have achieved the awards and recognition listed above, but this is not representative of typical Stampin’ Up! demonstrators. The level of sales to achieve this result requires significant work and is accomplished by a substantially small percentage of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators.
