BE INSPIRED | BRIGHT AND BOLD

The Be Inspired Design Team is hopping today, and the theme is Bold and Bright ! I couldn’t resist creating a cheerful rainbow birthday card that really lets the colours do the talking. I’ve used the Alphabet à la Mode Dies to cut the large BIRTHDAY letters in a rainbow of shades from the Stampin' Up! Brights collection of colours, paired with a simple embossed background, to make them pop. A few gold embellishments add the perfect finishing touch without taking away from the bold design. This card is such a happy one to create and I love how the clean layout lets the colours shine. It's the kind of card that's bound to bring a smile to anyone celebrating their special day! Be sure to hop around and see the other Bold and Bright creations, there's so much inspiration waiting for you. Next up in today's hop is my lovely and inspirational friend Annette Elias.  I'm looking forward to seeing what gorgeous creation Annette has to share with us. Be Inspired Design T...

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BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLIES IN COLOR CARD | FACEBOOK LIVE

Bright Butterflies for a Happy Birthday 🦋 You can see exactly how this card came together in my full video tutorial over on YouTube. I’ll guide you through each step and share a few helpful tips along the way—perfect whether you're just starting out or have been crafting for years! Feeling inspired? Click the YouTube button below to watch the tutorial and create along with me! Today I’m sharing a cheerful birthday card featuring colourful butterflies that pop against a crisp white embossed background. I love how the bright shades bring so much life and movement to the design while keeping the layout clean and simple. For the base, I used a butterfly embossing folder to create subtle texture. Then I added three die-cut butterflies in three of the In Colors. A few coordinating In Color Pearl embellishments and a classic Happy Birthday sentiment complete the look. This card is a lovely reminder that sometimes the simplest designs are the most effective — bright colours, a touch of te...

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FLORA BIRTHDAY CARDS | FACEBOOK LIVE

There’s something so timeless about a handmade birthday card — it’s a little gift in itself. For these designs, I paired soft embossed textures with delicate floral die-cuts and a simple “Happy Birthday” sentiment. The combination of white space and gentle colour makes the flowers really pop, while keeping the overall design fresh and elegant. Whether you prefer the clean lines of the embossed background or the layered florals framed in a postage stamp shape, both cards are quick to create and perfect to have on hand for those special birthdays. I love that with just a few thoughtful details — embossing, a touch of dimension, and a sprinkle of embellishments — you can create something truly beautiful. You can see exactly how this card came together in my full video tutorial over on YouTube. I’ll guide you through each step and share a few helpful tips along the way—perfect whether you're just starting out or have been crafting for years! Feeling inspired? Click the YouTube button...

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PERFECTLY PEARS CONGRATULATIONS CARD | FACEBOOK LIVE

Perfectly Pear-fect Congratulations Card This soft and elegant congratulations card combines the delicate pear image with subtle floral stamping for a fresh, modern look. I’ve layered textures with corrugated cardstock in Cloud Cover, Silver Foil leaves, and a touch of embossing to make the sentiment shine. The muted blues and silvers give it a timeless feel, perfect for weddings, engagements, or any special achievement. You can see exactly how this card came together in my full video tutorial over on YouTube. I’ll guide you through each step and share a few helpful tips along the way—perfect whether you're just starting out or have been crafting for years! Feeling inspired? Click the YouTube button below to watch the tutorial and create along with me! STAMPIN' UP! NEWS AND UPDATES For August, select products featuring the new 2025–2027 In Colours are 15% off! This is a great opportunity to purchase new In Color products at a discount, so grab products you love—like ink, two-t...

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