In May, make an online purchase of $50 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards) and I’ll send you the ingredients (excluding stamped elements and gems), to create one each of the four projects (three cards and a gift card holder) pictured above. Make a $75 purchase (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), and you’ll receive the card kit and a full package of the Array of Dots gems. (In addition, when you make a $75 purchase, you earn the opportunity to purchase Stampin’ Up!’s Product of the Month for just $5 offered by Stampin’ Up!)
Kits include envelopes, all cut card stock and die cut pieces, linen thread, and ribbon. Sorry, no stamped images as per Stampin’ Up! policy.
When the kits ship, I’ll email you a link to an unlisted YouTube video tutorial.
These cards feature Stampin’ Up!’s Balloon Festoon Bundle and the Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper.
To complete the card kits as shown, you’ll need the Balloon Festoon Bundle, Pool Party ink pad, Flirty Flamingo ink pad, Pretty Peacock ink pads, Daffodil Delight ink pad, and Basic Black ink pad. Or feel free to just use what you have in your stash. In addition, you’ll need your favorite adhesives including Stampin’ Dimensionals, Glue Dots, and Tear ‘n Tape. Or feel free to just use what you have in your stash.
Click here to shop. Be sure you’re enrolled in the rewards program and opt in for contact so I can send you the kit.
(Note: Offer not valid with BOGO sale or orders associated with class attendance.)
Happy stamping!
Thank you for visiting my blog and choosing me as your Stampin’ Up! demonstrator.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
Supply List
Click on any of the graphics below to shop for the products to create this card at home:
Stampin’ Up!’s brand-new May-August 2026 Mini Catalog will be live soon! It debuts May 5, 2026. It’s filled with lots of new products, including stamp sets, bundles, colors, ink pads, embossing folder, paper, ribbon, and more. As a demonstrator, I was able to preorder some products, and I chose the Balloon Festoon Bundle.
You receive seven balloon dies, the largest of which is about 5 3/4 x 4 3/16. Today, I share a free, card-making tutorial using this bundle. Enjoy!
PAPER – Hydrangea Hue Cardstock (167687), Basic White Cardstock (166780), 2026-2028 In Color Painted Patterns 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper (167755)
INK – Hydrangea Hue (167677)
OTHER – Hydrangea Hue 3/8-inch Bordered Ribbon (167549), 2026-2028 In Color Dots (167546), Stampin’ Seal (152813), Mini Glue Dots (103683), Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (144108), Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755), Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653)
Cutting & Scoring:
Hydrangea Hue Cardstock – 7 ½” x 5 ½”, scored and folded at 3 ¼”
DSP – One piece (Hydrangea Hue striped pattern) 5” x 2 ¾” and one 5 ¼” x 1”
DSP – One piece (Hydrangea Hue small dotted pattern) 4 ½” x 3 ½”
Basic White Cardstock – 5 ¼” x 4”, 5 ¼” x 3”, 3 ¼” x ½”
Ribbon – 5”
Instructions:
Fold the card at the score line.
Layer the 5” x 2 ¾” Hydrangea Hue striped DSP onto the 5 ¼” x 3” Basic White panel. Add all to the front card base panel.
Die cut the 4 ½” x 3 ½” Hydrangea Hue small dotted DSP with the third largest balloon.
Add balloon to card front, being sure to put adhesive on the front flap only, so you don’t glue the card shut.
Stamp the “Enjoy Your Day” sentiment with Hydrangea Hue ink on the 3 ¼” x ½” Basic White Cardstock. Trim off each end at a slant. Add to card front.
Adhere the 5 ¼” x 1” Hydrangea Hue striped DSP to the right-hand side of the 5 ¼” x 4” Basic White panel, leaving a small border around the top, bottom, and right side.
Glue to the inside of the card.
Tie a knot in the ribbon and add to balloon with a Glue Dot.
Add three Hydrangea Hue dots to the card front.
Here’s what the card looks like when it’s open:
Thanks so much for visiting my blog! I hope you enjoyed this free tutorial. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other stamping project.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
May Free Card Kit Offer
If you love Stampin’ Up!’s Balloon Festoon Bundle, this free card kit offer is for you. Click here to read all of the details on a blog post.
Supply List
Click on any of the pictures below to shop from the online store for the products to create this card at home:
Raise your hand if you like new colors? Do you look forward to the release of Stampin’ Up!’s new In Colors each year? In just a week, you’ll be able to get your hands on these new colors in a variety of coordinating products.
Our new colors are: Barely Blush, Crisp Cantaloupe, Golden Glow, Hydrangea Hue, and Peaceful Pine.
In addition to the new colors, you’ll notice a difference in the pads. No longer difficult to open, they are magnetic — the lids come off easily and close easily. Be sure to watch the video below for a demonstration.
Some of the additional 2026-2028 In Color products include: ink refills, 8 1/2 x 11 Cardstock, 12 x 12 Two-Tone Cardstock, 12 x 12 Pearlized Cardstock, In Color Dots, In Color Butterflies, In Color 12 x 12 Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper, Stampin’ Blends Combo Packs, 3/8-inch Bordered Ribbon, and shimmer pens (coming soon).
For today’s card, I combined the colors in a very quick and easy card. The video also shows samples in all of the new 2026-2028 In Colors. (If you don’t want to wait until May 5, consider purchasing Stampin’ Up!’s Starter Kit; you can add these new items to you kit. Ask me for details. Or click here to join.)
Measurements and Details
Crisp Cantaloupe cardstock base measuring 8 12 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Basic White cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Strips measuring 3 3/4 x 3/4 — one of each from the 12 x 12 Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper
Balloon from Balloon Festoon die cut from the Crisp Cantaloupe Pearlized Cardstock
Heat embossed sentiment and dots in Wow! white
Crisp Cantaloupe dots
Crisp Cantaloupe 3/8-inch Bordered Ribbon
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I introduce all of the brand-new In Colors, show coordinating products, and give step-by-step directions for creating the featured card.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! Please let me know if you have questions about this project, the In Colors, or getting your hands on these products early.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa Arizona
May Free Card Kit Offer
If you love Stampin’ Up!’s Balloon Festoon Bundle, then this free card kit offer is for you. Click here to read all of the details.
Supply List
Click on any of the graphics below to shop the online store for the products to create this card at home:
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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