Thursday, July 2, 2026

Framed Violets Card

Good Morning---it was hard to decide which card to do first--too many choices from the July Online Exclusives.  I settled on this card (inspired by Susan Campfield) because it's a bit different.  Besides, it uses Secret Sea as its base--one of my favorite colors; an almost blackish-blue.  

The card base is  4 x 5-1/2". Then 2 strips of 1 x 4" Violet Dreams DSP are adhered to each side. For the center of the card, fold a 3 x 8-1/2" piece of white card stock in half; layer a 2-7/8" x 4" piece Secret Sea on the white; then add a 2-3/4 x 3-7/8" of Violet Dreams DSP on the Secret Sea.  Add a 1 x 3" strip of Shimmering Stripes DSP;  put it in the best place to show off the flowers.  Stamp sentiment in Secret Sea on a 1 x 3 white strip; layer on a Secret Sea strip that is just a bit bigger; add to front of card with dimensionals.  Add an Adhesive Back Blooms as an embellishment.

For the inside, die cut a frame in Shimmering Stripes from Phrases & Framers Dies; adhere to the inside; stamp sentiment in Secret Sea. Lastly, Tie Secret Sea Bordered Open Weave Ribbon to the card and you are done!

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026

It's July!!! Lots of NEWS

Stampin’ UP! is Now LIVE: July POTM, 2026 Online Exclusives, TWO New Kits, and a NEW Way to Join!

It's the 1st of July---and there's a bunch going on today, so have a seat and enjoy!
First--Every month Stampin’ Up! releases a new item that is only available for purchase ONCE per account. NOTE: These items will be limited quantity and are likely to sell out quickly—once they’re sold out, they’re gone for good!

AND – here’s our NEXT Product of The Month – for July 2026!  Meet the Begonia Belle Stamp Set!

Craft lovely cards and tags adorned with graceful flowers using the Begonia Belle Stamp Set.  The two begonias can be stamped together to build a flower with depth or used on their own to create different perspectives.  A bud stamp is sized to rest loosely over the stem image for another option, and leafy accents help complete the flower.  Finish your project with one of the sweet sentiments, performed for sending a warm thanks or a heartfelt wish.
     
NOTE:  Last month’s Product of the Month – the Wild Bunch stamp set – sold out FAST FAST FAST!  So…if you want this stamp set – get your $75+ orders in SOON and don’t forget to add it to your cart!!

NEXT---The July 2026 Online Exclusives
If you'd like a hard copy, just click HERE to download a copy. It's full of beautiful new products that you're going to want.
--OR--go right to my online store to start shopping.
This is also the day that we get TWO NEW kits in the Kits Collection!!
    Our first kit for July is the gorgeous Gilded Gallery Kit!
Cards so beautiful they look like they belong on the wall, the Gilded Gallery Kit creates designs that feel truly frame-worthy.  Soft lavender and coral tones, water-color style florals and birds, and gilded paper frames paired with gold foil give every card an upscale, fine-art look.  This makes it easy to create polished cards for birthdays, thanks and sending love.

What’s in the box:
– 10 cards (5 each of 2 designs) and 10 printed envelopes. Finished cards are 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″
– Gilded Gallery Stamp Set

– Acrylic Stamp Block
– Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin’ Spot
– Step-by-step instructions
– Adhesive

Featured colors: Blackberry Bliss, Crisp Cantaloupe, gold, Golden Glow, Gray Granite, Hydrangea Hue, Misty Moonlight, Peaceful Pine, Pecan Pie

    The second NEW kit for the month is Daisy Days Kit

Capture your warm-weather memories in a bright sunny album you'll want to revisit all year long. The Daisy Days Kit comes with all the scrapbooking essentials you'll need for your album, including precut images and sentiments, journaling pieces, and pockets for cherished memorabilia.  With vibrant daisies, ice cream cones, and juicy fruit to adorn the pages, this album celebrates everything we love about summer!

What’s in the box:

– Makes 1 album with 28 pages
– Album size: 7-3/4″ x 7″ x 1-7/8″
– Page size: 6.5″ x 6″
– Sentiments printed in English, French, and German
– Step-by-step instructions
– Precut images and sentiments
– Printed pockets
– Acetate sheets
– Adhesive

Featured colors: Blueberry Bushel, Crisp Cantaloupe, Crushed Curry, Granny Apple Green, Pool Party, Strawberry Slush, Timid Tiger

Finally--I know you've thought a time or two about joining the Stampin' Up! team and taking advantage of all the perks that go along with being a demonstrator!  We've had a great joining process for a long time, but ..... now SU has made it even better!!  Check it out!

As part of our new, more streamlined and easy to join process, all first time demonstrators will receive a surprise Welcome Box--a gesture of appreciation and a warm welcome into the global Stampin' Up! community!

How the New Process Works

Step 1: Join Click HERE to Join

New demonstrators will:

  1. choose a team leader.
  2. accept required agreements.
  3. enter a few personal details.
  4. pay the $100 join fee.
  5. click submit.

Step 2: Shop

Once their information has been reviewed and approved (usually very quickly), their Welcome Box ships, and the new demonstrator receives an email with:

  • their demonstrator ID.
  • a coupon code to begin shopping.

About the Coupon Code

  • Valued at $125.
  • Coupon code can be applied to any demonstrator order.
  • Order CAN exceed the coupon code value (I got asked all the time if new folks demos could go over $125 for their Starter Kit and I hated having to say “no”!).  
  • Got a list LONGER than $125?  Easy peasy! Any amount above the coupon code value:
    • receives the demonstrator discount.
    • counts toward the quarterly sales minimum.
    • earns Stampin’ Rewards if it meets the qualifying purchase amount (as long as you’ve opted into the Stampin’ Rewards program).
  • Let me know if you have any questions about the new joining process.  This is a great new way to join - I like that you're now going to be able to go over that $125 amount AND that it will automatically count towards your sales!
  • WOW!! That was a lot of info!  Enjoy July 4th!!
  • ~~Susie

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Friday, June 26, 2026

Flowering Meadow + July Product + Summer Classes

Happy Friday!!!  It's hot here in the desert and summer has arrived.  I try go out early in the morning or evening.  With the wind blowing, it feels like you're walking into an oven!!  Stamping is a great distraction to the heat and it keeps me cool in the house (with the ceiling fan, of course).

Product of the Month for July--available for $5 with $75 purchase

Summer Class Dates:  
Mon. 7/6 @ 5:30 and Tues., 7/7 @ 9:30
Mon. 7/20 @ 5:30 and Tues. 7/21 @ 9:30
Mon 8/3 @ 5:30 and Tues., 8/4 @ 9:30
Mon. 8/17 @ 5:30 and Tues., 8/18 @ 9:30

This card (thanks Barb Brimhall) gives me the feeling of a cool morning with everything in bloom.  Love our purples and they go well with the new In Color, Peaceful Pine.  Using strips from the Velvet Meadow Designer Series Paper as the background adds to the beauty of the card.  

These stamps use the Two-Step Stamping Process that allows the flowers to look layered and dimensional that easily fit together to create a finished image. This set has great details that show up beautifully.

Tips--when stamping the larger flowers, stamp onto scrap paper first before stamping onto the card--creates lighter image.

Card Stock Sizes

  • Highland Heather Cardstock: 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" (scored at 4-1/4"_
  • Basic White Cardstock: 4" x 5-1/4" (inside card)
  • Velvet Meadow Designer Paper: 3/4" x 4-1/4" (3 different patterns)
  • Velvet Meadow Designer Paper: 1/2" x 4-1/4" (different pattern from other 3)
  • Gorgeous Grape Cardstock: 2-3/4" x 4-1/2"
  • Basic White Cardstock: 2-1/2" x 4-1/4"


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Friday, June 19, 2026

Easy Sunset Coast Card

It's Friday, so let's have an easy-peasy card.  The Sunset Coast dies offer a Lighthouse cut-out and a Sailboat cut-out.  Stamp a sentiment and layer onto colorful DSP that you've got on hand.  Add a bit of ribbon and you end up with an easy and colorful card for any occasion.  

I had leftover Berry Botanical Garden Vellum (Product of the Month from May) and it looked wonderful with the die cuts.
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Friday, June 12, 2026

FREE Shipping + Life in Bloom

 JUST A REMINDER---FREE SHIPPING ENDS SATURDAY!!

Shop at inkyfingers.stampinup.net.  Order must be $75 or more.  Your order will cover cost of stamp class next Mon/Tues, if your coming.

Life in Bloom---ready to use the NEW Impressions Plate?  This card uses it and the result is a beautiful card.  Thanks to Marcie Besecker for the idea!


Look at the frame and you'll see that not only was it die cut, but it also has texture added to it.  First you die cut the frame, then you run it through your machine using the impressions plate.  Phrases & Frames Dies works perfectly for this.  In Color DSP is added to the back of the frame; The sentiment was stamped in black and then cut apart (it's a BIG saying); mount it onto cardstock; stamp the vase with flowers; color with Stampin' Blends and die cut it out; add the die cut bow and some embellishments and you've got a card.  Be sure to have lots of dimensionals on hand!  I used a bunch on the frame with DSP--good thing to add to your shopping list with FREE Shipping.

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