I continue to play with Stampin’ Up!’s April Product of the Month: the Eyelet Blooms Die. Purchase this exclusive product for just $5 when your online shopping cart total reaches $75 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards). Limit one per customer. Available while supplies last. Click here to start shopping from my online store.
For today’s card, I used the die as intended, as a die. In another post, I transformed this die into an embossed piece. See that video and card by clicking here.
Measurements and Details
Crumb Cake cardstock base measuring 11 x 4 1/4, scored at 5 1/2
With a water painter and Secret Sea ink refill, I splattered ink onto the Crumb Cake cardstock front card panel–Just to add a little interest.
Bubble Bath Two-Tone Cardstock die cut with the Eyelet Blooms Die. Cut down to a 3 x 3 square.
Secret Sea cardstock die cut with two largest squares from the Stylish Shapes Dies. I placed both of the dies on a 4 x 4 piece of cardstock and created a frame.
Glue the Bubble Bath die cut to the back side of the window made by the square die cuts. Pop up on card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
Stamped the sentiment (Forever Florals) in Secret Sea ink.
Rhinestone Basic Jewels
Bubble Bath 1/8-inch Faux Linen Ribbon
April Ordering Special
Place a minimum order of $75 or more (before tax,shipping and any redeemed rewards) from my online store and I’ll send you a padded Priority Mail envelope filled with retired Stampin’ Up! product from my personal stash. Click here to shop the online store. Please contact me if you have questions about product or shopping. Offer valid through April 2026 or while supplies last. Note: When your order reaches $75 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), you’re able to add the Product of the Month to your cart for just $5.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoy this card using the Product of the Month. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other stamping-related projects.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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I just love getting Stampin’ Up!’s Product of the Month each month; I enjoy the challenge of creating with a brand-new product! This month is no different. The Eyelet Blooms Die is a stunner!
Remember: You can purchase the Product of the Month for just $5 when your online shopping cart totals $75 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards). Available while supplies last. Limited to one per customer.
I appreciate all of the possibilities this large background die offers. See my first creation here. I used Stampin’ Up!’s Silicone Craft Sheet to emboss my paper instead of die cutting. Be sure to watch this video to see how it’s done.
Measurements and Details
Thick Basic White cardstock base measuring 11 x 4 1/4, scored and folded at 5 1/2
Crumb Cake cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4, die cut with the Eyelet Blooms Die. (Tip: Place the die cut side up on your die cutting platform, add the paper, and then the clear plate. This helps the die cut all of the smaller pieces so you don’t have to spend time poking the pieces out.)
Basic White cardstock piece measuring 4 x 1 7/8
Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper (Crumb Cake and white flower pattern) measuring 4 x 1 3/4
Basic White cardstock die cut with die from Forever Florals Dies — small label
Sentiment from Beach Time Photopolymer Stamp Set stamped in Crumb Cake ink. Note: This stamp set is on the Last Chance list. You can easily substitute something already in your collection.
Yay! My Stampin’ Up! box arrived containing the April Product of the Month: the Eyelet Blooms Die. This die, measuring 6 x 4 3/8, gives your card fronts and crafts a dainty touch, a hand-stitched look.
What is the Product of the Month? It’s an exclusive product released by Stampin’ Up! available while supplies last. One per customer. When your online shopping cart total reaches $75 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), you can purchase this die for just $5.
Here’s a picture of what the die looks like when it’s used as a die cut. Notice the dainty flowers?
However, I decided to use this die in a different way for today’s card. I used it as an embossing folder. Be sure to watch the video below to see the steps to take to use it as an embossed element. It’s really fun! And, using Stampin’ Up!’s two-tone cardstock gives it even more texture. The possibilities are many!
Measurements and Details
Cloud Cover cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Secret Sea Two-Tone Cardstock base measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper measuring 1 x 5
Cloud Cover Two-Tone Cardstock measuring 5 x 2 1/2, “embossed” with the Eyelet Blooms Die. Sand to reveal white core center and accentuate the blooms.
Secret Sea Two-Tone Cardstock die cut with large label from Forever Florals Dies.
Cloud Cover Two-Tone Cardstock die cut with second-largest label from Forever Florals Dies.
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions for creating this card. I demonstrate how to “emboss” with the Eyelet Blooms Die, giving this die a lot of versatility.
Click here to start shopping from my Online Store.
I hope you like this card and this fun technique. Please let me know if you have questions about this handmade card or any other stamping projects. I’m happy to help.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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As a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I love that we get the opportunity to preorder products from upcoming catalogs before they go live. You could say I have a terrible case of FOMO (fear of missing out). If that’s you, read to the end of the post, and I tell you how you can get the same privileges.
This last week, I’ve been sharing cards I’ve created with the modified z fold fun fold. See those posts here and here. So today, I combine this fun fold with a couple of brand -new products that will be available in the May-August 2026 Mini Catalog. It goes live for customer May 5, 2026.
Flirty Flamingo cardstock measuring 7 3/4 x 5 1/2, scored at 2 1/2 and 4 1/4
Pool Party cardstock measuring 2 1/4 x 5 1/4 and 3 1/4 x 5 1/4 and 1 x 2 1/2 (for sentiment)
Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper measuring 2 x 5
Basic White cardstock measuring 3 x 5
Beautiful Ordinary Life DSP measuring 5 x 3 1/2 for balloon die cut
Flirty Flamingo ink
Sentiment and star image from Balloon Festoon Photopolymer Stamp Set
Sentiment die cut with Stylish Shapes Dies
Array of Dots embellishments
White baker’s twine colored with Pool Party Stampin’ Blends
View of the open card below:
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step directions for creating a modified z fold. Note: The products used in the video are different than the card featured here. However, the fun fold concept remains the same.
Early Access to Products
At the beginning of this post, I mentioned that I love to get early access to Stampin’ Up! products before they are released to the general public. You can, too. Purchase Stampin’ Up!’s Starter Kit for just $99 + tax (shipping is included), and choose $125 of any current product of your choice. Yes, whatever YOU want to purchase. And that includes items from the new catalog and online exclusives. Once you purchase the Starter Kit, you receive a 20 percent discount on your future purchases. Click here to start the process. Or contact me to discuss the possibilities!
April Ordering Offer
Place a minimum order of $75 or more (before tax,shipping and any redeemed rewards) from my online store and I’ll send you a padded Priority Mail envelope filled with retired Stampin’ Up! product from my personal stash.
Each envelope is different. It’s a mystery, right?
Each package will include a variety of retired (gently used) items such as a bundle, at least one stamp set, 20 sheets of miscellanous 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper and specialty paper, and either ribbon, gems, and other fun crafting items. All products are “as is.”
Once you place your order via my online store, I’ll mail your package through Pirate Ship. I’ll even pay the postage costs!
No refunds or exchanges.
Shipping in US only. Offer valid only through me, Kim Quade.
Happy stamping!
Clickhere to shop the online store. Please contact me if you have questions about product or shopping. Offer valid through April 2026 or while supplies last. Note: When your order reaches $75 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), you’re able to add the Product of the Month to your cart for just $5.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other stamping project.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
Supply List
Click on any of the graphics to shop from my online store. Please note: Some of the products used in today’s card become available May 5.
In just a few weeks, you’ll be able to shop for brand-new paper crafting products from Stampin’ Up!’s May-August 2026 Mini Catalog. It goes live Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Look for new stamp sets, dies, embossing folders, ribbons, embellishments, and, of course, Designer Series Paper.
What is a Paper Share?
In this paper share, you receive 6 x 6 samples of the gorgeous paper included in Stampin’ Up!’s May-August 2026 Mini Catalog. The share gives you an opportunity to look at and touch the designs so you can decide which ones you’d like to order more of.
I’m offering three different options. See all of the options listed below.
1. Basic Share
Cost: $45
Artisan Sketched Garden 12 x 12: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs.
Beautiful Ordinary Life 12 x 12: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs.
Bloom Boutique 12 x 12 Specialty; 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
Everyday Essentials Mix and Match 12 x 12: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
Moonlit Flora 12 x 12: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
Paper Medley 12 x 12 Mix-In: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
Scenic Coast 6 x 6 Specialty: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
Valley Bloom 12 x 12: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
Velvet Meadow 12 x 12 Specialty: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
Waterside Retreat 12 x 12: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
2. Basic Share + Specialty
All of the above patterned papers + specialty papers listed below: $58
2026-2028 In Color 12 x 12 Pearlized Specialty: 1 each of 5 designs
Luxe White 12 x 12 Specialty: 2 each of 3 double-sided designs
Sunset Shimmer Vellum 12 x 12 Specialty Paper: 2 each of 3 designs
Velveteen Assortment 12 x 12 Specialty: 1 each of 3 designs
3. Basic Share + Specialty + Painted Patterns
All of the above + samples of the Painted Patterns 12 x 12 papers: $91
Subtles Painted Patterns 12 x 12: 2 each of 10 double-sided designs. (Balmy Blue, Bubble Bath, Calypso Coral, Fresh Freesia, Highland Heather, Lemon Lolly, Lost Lagoon, Petal Pink, Pool Party, Soft Sea Foam)
Brights Painted Patterns 12 x 12: 2 each of 10 double-sided designs. (Azure Afternoon, Berry Burst, Coastal Cabana, Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, Granny Apple Green, Lemon Lime Twist, Melon Mambo, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie)
Regals Painted Patterns 12 x 12: 2 each of 10 double-sided designs (Blueberry Bushel, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Gorgeous Grape, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock, Real Red, and Shaded Spruce)
Neutrals Painted Patterns 12 x 12: 2 each of 10 double-sided designs (Basic Gray, Blackberry Bliss, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Pecan Pie, and Smoky Slate)
Basics Painted Patterns 12 x 12: 2 each of 3 double-side designs (Basic Beige, Basic Black, Very Vanilla)
2026-2028 In Color Painted Patterns 12 x 12: 4 each of 5 double-sided designs (Barely Blush, Crisp Cantaloupe, Golden Glow, Hydrangea Hue, Peaceful Pine)
Paper is individually labeled with name and coordinating colors. Add $10 for Priority Shipping via Pirate Ship. Contact me if you’re local to Mesa, Arizona, and wish to porch pick up.
When you purchase any part of this share, receive FREE a sampler of the Silly Old Bear Designer Series Paper.
How Does the Mini Catalog Paper Share Work?
Complete this Google form with your contact information. Please reserve your paper share by Saturday, May 2, 2026.
I’ll send you a PayPal payment request one to two days before I order the DSP. (Please contact me directly to discuss other payment options.)
I’ll place the order for the paper from Stampin’ Up! When it arrives, I’ll send you your shares as soon as possible. Please note: Product backorders or shipping delays may delay the delivery of your share.
Please let me know if you have questions by emailing me at: [email protected].
Thank you so much for your interest.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, Mesa, Arizona
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