Did you know Stampin’ Up! offers two sizes of ink pads? The full-size Classic Stampin’ Pad is perhaps the most common. Stampin’ Up! sells these pads in about 50 different colors. The second option includes the Stampin’ Spots. Find these in Paper Pumpkin kits as well as select kits from the Kits Collection.
In the new 2025-2026 Annual Catalog (which debuts May 6, 2025), the Classic Stampin’ Spots assortment comes with two options:
Assortment 1 includes Real Red, Petal Pink, Garden Green, Cloud Cover, and Early Espresso.
Assort 2 includes Melon Mambo, Darling Duckling, Granny Apple Green, Fresh Freesia, and Basic Grey.
You may also purchase a set of uninked spots (six pads for $10) to create your own mini pad. Just fill with any of Stampin’ Up!’s refills and you’re good to go.
A couple of tips regarding using the Stampin’ Spots:
- Wrap a rubber band around the little container. This keeps the lid from falling off and drying out the pad.
- Store the spots upside down to keep the ink toward the top of the pad.
In today’s post, I share two cards I created using the Classic Stampin’ Spots. The first card features the large Simple Birthday sentiment. The second card showcases the Thanking You Photopolymer Stamp set. Be sure to watch the video below to see how this technique works.
Measurements and Details (Birthday)
- Gorgeous Grape card stock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
- Gorgeous Grape card stock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4, embossed with the Dotted Circles 3D Embossing Folder
- Basic White panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4, die cut with the Textured Notes Dies
- With the stamp facing up on your craft table, apply ink from the spots directly onto the stamp. Start with the lighter color first. Then add your second color. Stamp on Basic White Card Stock panel. I used Gorgeous Grape and Flirty Flamingo.
- Use Stampin’ Dimensionals to pop up the birthday sentiment.
- Add coordinating gems: Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots
Here’s a thank you card using the same technique. This card uses Daffodil Delight and Coastal Cabana ink spots. Check out the cute background: The Pattern of Friendship Die.
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step visual instructions to create this card at home:
I hope you enjoy today’s cards. This is a great way to use those Stampin’ Spots. Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Please let me know if you have questions about this project or any others.
Kim
Ink Spot Birthday Card Supply List
Click on any of the graphics below to shop for the products to create this card at home:
