More Color Combinations with Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper

Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up!, 165586

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If you’ve followed me for any length of time, then you know I love collecting and creating with Stampin’ Up!’s Designer Series Papers. The gorgeous patterns, the thoughtful color combinations, the coordination with other products – it all just works. And every collection brings something new to fall in love with! I was instantly smitten when the Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper was introduced in the Online Exclusives. From the vibrant patterns to the bold,…

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HI for Freshly Made Sketches

Party Dies Bundle, Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up!, Brian King, FMS697

Cards are such a heartfelt way to check in with friends and family – to remind them they’re loved and appreciated. Today’s card does just that with a simple “HI,” dressed up with cheery flowers and other elements to make this card special. I was inspired by Linda’s sketch over at Freshly Made Sketches  – such a fun and flexible layout to work with! Here’s my card: Here’s Linda’s sketch that inspired my card: You…

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Be Inspired by Floral Fun

Sunshine Wishes, Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up!, Brian King

It’s time for another Be Inspired Design Team Blog Hop – what fun! The Be Inspired Design Team is a group of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators from all over the world who are excited to share our themed projects with you. I’m so honored to be a part of this group of talented stampers! For today’s Be Inspired Blog Hop we are creating projects inspired by Floral Fun. I didn’t have to look far and wide…

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Paper Pumpkin Alternative – Sweeter with You (DAY 2)

Paper Pumpkin Alternatives, Sweet with You, July 2025, Stampin' Up!, Brian King

Yesterday I shared two alternative projects I made with Stampin’ Up!’s Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit (July 2025). If you missed those project, I hope you’ll check them out here. Before I share today’s card (also with July’s kit), here’s a look at the finished projects from the Sweeter with You Paper Pumpkin Kit: All four of the designs are great as-is, but it’s always fun to play with the elements to make alternative…

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Paper Pumpkin Alternative – Sweeter with You (July 2025)

Paper Pumpkin Alternatives, Sweet with You, July 2025, Stampin' Up!, Brian King

Before I share today’s projects from July’s Paper Pumpkin kit, I want to remind you that today is the last day to sign up for the Charming Day Super-Awesome Fun Time Card Kit. You’ve been really busy, so I hope I’ve caught you in time. Emma and I have designed some really great projects, and we know you’ll have fun with this one. To learn more and sign up, click on the image below: I…

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Brian’s Week in Review: July 20, 2025

Brian's Week in Review

Welcome to my Week in Review. Today I want to give you a quick rundown of the week (for those who don’t follow me every day) with a little extra background (for those who already tune in daily). But first, I want to tell you a little bit about my week… Twenty years ago I took improv classes at Dad’s Garage, a local theater. I eventually performed in improv shows, hosted competitions and over the…

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Always Here for You with the Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder

Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder, More Messages Bundle, Stampin' Up!, Brian King

Last week I shared a card I made with Stampin’ Up!’s Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder (you can see that card here).  While I loved the embossed panel with its rich, warm colors and used that design on my card, I was intrigued by how the ink bled through to the debossed side, leaving softer colors. In Sunday’s Week in Review post (you can see that here), I showed you the backside of that panel and…

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No Tricks. All Treats.

Spooky Sweet Specialty Designer Series Paper, Spooky Halloween, Stampin' Up!, Brian King, fun Halloween card

Today is the last day of Stampin’ Up!’s FREE SHIPPING promotion. Have you placed your order? Are you planning another? This is a great time to restock on products you need (cardstock, markers, adhesives, cutting plates…giving you more money to spend on the fun things). If you haven’t already placed an order (or want to place another), please do it now. Don’t wake up tomorrow to the news that the promotion is over. To learn…

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Thank You with Need for Tweed

With You in Mind, Need for Tweed Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Up!, Brian King, thank you card

Today is DAY TWO of Stampin’ Up!’s THREE DAY FREE SHIPPING PROMOTION. Stampin’ Up1 is offering FREE SHIPING on all orders over $75 through the end of the day tomorrow (Friday). If you have not yet placed an order to claim your free shipping bonus, now’s a good time. To learn more about this promotion and some products I suggest, click on the photo below: I also want to give a quick plug for the…

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5 Ways to Enjoy Stampin’ Up!’s FREE SHIPPING Promotion Today

Free Shipping - July 23-25

Today’s the day! Stampin’ Up! is offering THREE DAYS OF FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $75 starting today (Wednesday, July 23 and running through Friday, July 25). I hope you have a long wish list (or, at least a $75 wish list) so you can order and save. The FREE SHIPPING promotion lines up with a few events that make the promotion even more exciting: The Annual Catalog is still fresh – I know there…

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