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March 2, 2026

3 Quick & Cute Holiday Cards with the Seasonal Celebrations Stamp Set

 If you’ve ever needed one stamp set that covers multiple occasions without taking up half your craft room… this is it.

This week on Stampin’ Sunday, I featured the Seasonal Celebrations Stamp Set — and we created three simple but adorable cards:
• A sweet Easter bunny
• A lucky shamrock
• A bright and cheerful birthday card

And let me tell you… these are beginner-friendly, quick to assemble, and perfect for using up your designer series paper.

Let’s break them down.

🐰 Sweet & Simple Easter Card


This little bunny makes me smile every time I see it.

For this card, I layered two 3” x 4” pieces of Fresh Freesia DSP from the Subtles 6x6 paper pack onto a Thick Basic White card base. The overlap gives visual interest without complicated layering.

The bunny was stamped in Petunia Pop (stamped off once for softness) and paired with Secret Sea for the facial details. Using an Everyday Arches die gave it that polished stitched look.

Why this works:

  • Soft monochromatic background

  • Simple focal point

  • Clean sentiment strip with angled cut

Sometimes the cutest cards are the simplest ones.

🍀 Sending a Little Luck Your Way


St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and I couldn’t resist that shamrock.

This card features:

  • A 5 ¼” x 4” plaid DSP panel

  • A large circle die cut from Basic White

  • Shamrock stamped in Old Olive

  • “Sending a little luck your way” layered sentiment

Adding a smaller circle for the sentiment creates dimension without bulk. And those sparkle dots? Just enough shine to make it festive.

Quick Tip:
If you ever discover your DSP retired mid-design (ask me how I know 😉), just swap in a similar color palette. The layout still works beautifully.

🎉 Bright Birthday Book Fold Card


This might be my favorite of the three.

The book fold design always looks fancy, but it’s surprisingly easy:

  • Card base scored at 3 ¼” and 4 ¼”

  • Adhere the narrow flap down to create the “binding”

  • Add ribbon before sealing for a finished look

The birthday hat was stamped in Azure Afternoon with a Lemon Lime Twist pom-pom for a pop of brightness. A vellum circle softens the background and makes the focal point stand out.

Why book folds are great:

  • Perfect for special birthdays

  • Looks impressive

  • Still mails easily

And honestly… that little party hat is just happy.



Why I Love This Stamp Set

Seasonal Celebrations includes:

  • Easter bunny

  • Shamrock

  • Birthday hat

  • Daffodil

  • Graduation cap

  • Confetti, stars, and borders

That’s spring, birthdays, St. Patrick’s Day, and graduations covered in one compact set.

If you like versatile stamping, this one earns its spot.

Free With Purchase Class

Because this was our first Sunday of the month, this class is FREE with a $35 online store purchase (before shipping and tax) through March 15.

Place your order →
I ship the pre-cut kit on March 20 →
You create these at home with whatever stamps you own.

It’s simple. It’s fun. And it keeps your card stash stocked.

I’d love to know — which card is your favorite?
The bunny? The shamrock? The book fold birthday?

Drop a comment, save this layout idea, or join my email list so you never miss a free tutorial.

Happy crafting, friend 💙

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February 9, 2026

3 Easy Card Ideas Using the Good Luck Stamp Set (Including a Fun Fold!)

Some weeks call for complicated techniques and layers on layers… and some weeks just call for cute, quick, and confidence-boosting cards. This week’s Stampin’ Sunday was definitely the second kind—and honestly, I think we all need more of those.

I featured the Good Luck stamp set and created three easy cards that come together fast, look polished, and work for lots of occasions. One of them is even a simple fun fold that looks fancy but is totally beginner-friendly.

If you’re short on time, crafting mojo, or patience (no judgment here 😉), these ideas are for you.

Card #1: “You’re Gold” (Simple With Texture)



This first card is all about clean layers and texture. The pot of gold image does the heavy lifting, while the background adds interest without overwhelming the design.

Why I love this card:

  • The embossed panel adds instant texture with zero extra effort

  • Fussy cutting is minimal and totally manageable

  • Works great for encouragement, congratulations, or appreciation

This is one of those designs you can mass-produce without getting bored.

Card #2: “Good Luck” (Quick & Classic)



This card is fast, cheerful, and perfect when you need a go-to good luck card on hand.

Key design elements:

  • Designer Series Paper does most of the work

  • A simple sentiment strip layered over ribbon adds dimension

  • Repeating horseshoes keep the layout balanced and playful

If you’re someone who likes having a stack of ready-made cards in your stash, this one’s a winner.

Card #3: “Lucky to Be Friends” (Easy Double Gatefold)



Let’s talk about the fun fold—because this one looks impressive but is surprisingly easy.

This double gatefold card opens beautifully and gives you extra space to decorate without making things complicated.

Why this fun fold works:

  • Straight scoring (no fancy measuring tricks)

  • Panels make it perfect for patterned paper

  • Opens flat for mailing—always a bonus

If fun folds usually intimidate you, this is a great place to start.





A Note on Color Choices

All of the colors for these cards came straight from the Designer Series Paper color lists. If you ever feel stuck choosing colors, this is your permission slip to let the paper do the thinking for you.

Less stress. Better results.

Free Class-to-Go Details

Because this was the first class of the month, it’s available FREE with a $35 order (before shipping and tax) in my online store by 2/15/26.

You’ll receive:

  • All the pre-cut cardstock

  • Designer Series Paper pieces

  • Embellishments

  • Instructions to create all three cards

It’s a great way to craft without pulling out your entire stash. Kits will ship on 2/20/26

If you’d like to recreate these cards, scroll back up and save this post, or drop a comment and tell me which card is your favorite—I love hearing from you!

Happy stamping,
Katrina

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November 23, 2025

Elegant Christmas Cards with the Traditions of Christmas Suite (Plus HUGE Black Friday Deals!)

 **Elegant Christmas Cards with the Traditions of Christmas Suite

3 Simple Designs + Black Friday Savings You Don’t Want to Miss**

If you love fast, elegant Christmas cards, the Traditions of Christmas Suite is going to be your new best friend. This suite is loaded — two bundles, stunning paper, sparkling sequins, and ribbon with the prettiest shimmer. I used all of it in my live this week to create three simple-but-stunning cards you can recreate in no time.

And before we jump in… heads up. Black Friday is coming with some SERIOUS savings on crafting essentials — including Stampin’ Blends, ink bundles, trimmers, adhesives, cardstock, and more. Keep scrolling for full details plus my own Mystery Box special running Black Friday through Cyber Monday!

Let’s dive into the projects.

Card 1: Merry & Bright (Bubble Bath + Classic Red)

This first card shows off two of my favorite things: a non-traditional Christmas color and paper that does all the work for you.

I paired Bubble Bath with the rich reds in the DSP, wrapped a Real Red ribbon around the panel, and popped on a die-cut sentiment from the Traditional Labels dies. A few of the gold Traditional Sparkling Sequins finish the whole thing.

Why this card works:

Minimal measuring

Paper does the heavy lifting

Ribbon hides the seam (love that trick!)

Card 2: Seasons Greetings Floral Spray

This one looks fancy — but it’s just stamped, filled in with coordinating stamps, and die-cut. No complicated coloring, unless you want to pull out your Blends.

The Forever Plaid 3D embossing folder adds texture, the Christmas Greenery dies give you the perfect sprigs, and the gold Mix & Match ephemera sentiment ties it all together.

Quick Tip:

If the die-cut sprigs are too long, give them a haircut. No one will know but us.

Card 3: Layered Floral Season’s Greetings (Featuring Vellum!)

If you missed it — yes, vellum is back! And it's now 12×12 and it is perfect for softening busy patterned paper.

I used the bouquet images straight from the DSP (thank you, Stampin’ Up! for matching dies to paper!) and layered the vellum behind it for a soft glow. A big Season’s Greetings banner and a few sequins make this one feel special without any extra work.

What I love here:

Zero stamping for the main image

Vellum instantly elevates your layout

Die-cutting from the DSP = fast cards

**Stampin’ Up! Black Friday Sale

🗓️ 11/25/25–12/1/25**

This year, Stampin’ Up! is dropping one of the biggest Black Friday sales I’ve seen in a while. Get ready to stock up:

🔥 40% OFF

Stampin’ Blends

Paper Trimmer + Replacement Blades

Ink Bundles

✨ 25% OFF

Select adhesives

📦 15% OFF

Select cardstock

This is the time to refresh your basics, build your blend collection, and grab those pricey tools you’ve been eyeing.

**Katrina’s Mystery Box Black Friday Special

🗓️ 11/28/25–12/1/25**

And now for my Black Friday deal — because I love spoiling my community.

For four days only:

Spend $50 → Get a Mystery Box worth $75

Spend $75 → Get a Mystery Box worth $100

Spend $100 → Get a Mystery Box worth $125

And it keeps climbing in $25 increments

The product inside is my gift to you — you just cover shipping for the box. These go fast every year, so don’t wait.


Before You Go…

Which card are you going to try first?

Drop a comment, pin this for later, or come hang out next Sunday night so we can craft together. Wishing you a cozy week and a beautiful start to your holiday season. ❤️

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November 9, 2025

Quick & Easy Christmas Cards with the Christmas Tags & More DSP

 If you’ve been procrastinating on your Christmas cards (no judgment—we’ve all been there!), then tonight’s project is exactly what you need. I’m featuring the Christmas Tags & More 6” x 6” Designer Series Paper paired with the Traditional Labels Bundle, and friends, these cards practically make themselves! They’re cute, festive, and—best of all—fast.

Between the hustle of the holidays, work, and everyday life, sometimes the creative mojo just doesn’t show up when you need it. That’s when simple, pre-coordinated paper like this becomes your best friend.

The Secret to Stress-Free Christmas Cards

The Christmas Tags & More DSP comes with beautiful patterns—greens, reds, plaids, and holly—that make it easy to whip up cards without overthinking. You’ll also find laser-cut elements like stockings, candy canes, and ornaments that are perfect for quick layers and accents.

Each sheet is 6x6, so cutting is simple—just trim a few pieces, add a stamped sentiment, a touch of bling, and you’re done. Let’s take a look at the three designs I created in no time flat.

Card 1: Season’s Greetings



For this card, I started with a Soft Sea Foam base (8½" x 5½", scored at 4¼"). A layer of Garden Green cardstock frames a plaid piece of DSP beautifully, and a simple tree image from the paper takes center stage.

The sentiment “Season’s Greetings” is stamped in Cherry Cobbler ink and cut using one of the dies from the Traditional Labels set. I finished it off with Cherry Cobbler & Pearl Adhesive-Backed Berries for just the right amount of sparkle.

Tip: When you’re not feeling particularly creative, reach for DSP that does the work for you. Designer paper can give you instant inspiration when your creative spark needs a boost.

Card 2: Merry and Bright



Nothing says Christmas like stockings hung in a row! This card uses a Thick Basic White base with a narrow strip of patterned paper along the left side for contrast. The focal image—a trio of stockings—comes right from the DSP, layered on with dimensionals.

The sentiment “Merry and Bright” is stamped in Garden Green ink, pairing a bold serif font with a script for a bit of playful charm. Add a cluster of Cherry Cobbler berries, and you’ve got a festive, modern look that comes together in minutes.

Quick Tip: When stamping sentiments near the bottom of your card, start with the bottom word first (“and Bright”) and then build upward so everything fits perfectly.

Card 3: Christmas Wishes



This one looks elegant but takes only minutes! The base is Soft Sea Foam, with a Garden Green mat and a leafy DSP layer. The sentiment “Christmas Wishes” is stamped in Cherry Cobbler onto a die-cut label from the Traditional Labels bundle.

A single embellishment between the two words adds the perfect finishing touch. This is proof that sometimes, less really is more.

Why You’ll Love These

Each of these cards is proof that quick doesn’t have to mean boring. Using the Christmas Tags & More DSP, you can easily make a dozen cards in an evening—perfect for those last-minute holiday mailings.

And if you’re short on time (or energy), this kind of project is a lifesaver. You’ll still get that handmade, heartfelt look without spending hours at your craft table.



Final Thoughts

If your creativity feels tapped or your holiday to-do list is too long, reach for your favorite Designer Series Paper and let it do the work for you. Mix in a few versatile sentiments, some simple die cuts, and a sprinkle of embellishments, and you’ll be amazed at how quickly those cards come together.

So go grab that paper and get crafting—you’ve got this!

Want to make these cards with me? Watch the full replay on my YouTube Channel and see just how easy they are to put together. Don’t forget to subscribe to my email list for upcoming class announcements, promotions, and crafty inspiration all season long.


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