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Colour Me Happy – IDEAS Bundle

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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 tutorialsmeasurements 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.

To order or request the tutorial bundle, simply email me at stamps@simonebartrum.com.

Want more sneak peeks?


Join our blog hop by clicking on the links below!

Happy stamping, 

Simone Bartrum, Stampin' Up! demonstrator Australia, Victoria
Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/StampingWithSimone/

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IDEAS May 2025 Fast & Fabulous Ephemera Cards

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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.

Want more sneak peeks?

Join our blog hop by clicking on the links below!

Happy stamping, 

Simone Bartrum, Stampin' Up! demonstrator Australia, Victoria
Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/StampingWithSimone/

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April IDEAS: Fun Fold Shadow Box Card Featuring Textured Notes

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Welcome to our April IDEAS blog hop! This month, we’re bringing you a whole collection of Fun Fold projects that will surprise and delight. Whether you’re looking to add a little wow to your next card or trying something new, we’ve got you covered with a bundle full of exciting tutorials.

My contribution this month is a Shadow Box Card, featuring the Textured Notes stamp set and coordinating dies. I just love the dimensional look of this style – it folds flat for posting but pops open to reveal a beautiful layered scene. And believe it or not it’s not overly complicated, which is always a win in my books!

Here’s a little sneak peek of the front:

I used Woven Textures Designer Series PaperLost Lagoon and Moody Mauve cardstock, and added lots of depth with collage-style stamping, die cuts, and fussy cutting. The shadow box frame gives a gorgeous 3D effect that really makes the design pop.

-> A quick reminder: Moody Mauve is one of the retiring In Colors this month! If you love it as much as I do, now is the perfect time to stock up on cardstock, ink pads, and refills before they sell out. These In Colors are only available while supplies last – and they often go quickly once the retirement list is announced.

As always, this is just one of many fabulous projects included in our April 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 Fun Folds theme.

Would you like a copy of the April 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.
  • Or, you can purchase the bundle outright for just $14 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

Want more sneak peeks?

Join our blog hop by clicking on the links below!

Happy stamping, 

Simone Bartrum, Stampin' Up! demonstrator Australia, Victoria
Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/StampingWithSimone/

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