Wednesday, June 10, 2026

What's Up Wednesday ~ Scenic Coast Cards

 Today I'm sharing two cards I made using our new Scenic Coast DSP with the Sunset Coast Dies. The DSP is incredibly beautiful and you'll be seeing a lot more of it in future posts!

I love sunsets and these designs do not disappoint! Rich colors are all over and there is part of the design that has a shimmer to it! 

Scenic Coast DSP

Both of these product as also available in a bundle or suite! Take a look at the other products that coordinate with the. DSP and Dies. See the link at the end of this post.

Sunset Coast Dies

Card 1: 


I chose the darker, moodier design for this card. The photo really doesn't do the colors justice. After trimming the DSP for the card front I die cut the lighthouse silhouette in black. It's trimmed down to a smaller size to let more color in around the edges. The Sunset Sparkle Sequins are perfectly matched in color to go with the DSP. I chose the orange sequins to bring that color to the bottom of the card and stand out against the ark blue.

CARD 2:


For this card I used the same DSP pack but chose a different color tone. The lighter colors of purple, blue and orange create a beautiful look with the silhouette. I used the same die cut but this time trimmed off the edges to end up with just the lighthouse and rocks. 

Everyday Arches Dies creates a nice look to shape the scene. This layer is also popped up with Stampin' Dimensionals. A strip of back card stock anchors the die cut layer to the card front so it doesn't look like it's floating in air. A few die cut seagulls and a few more sequins finished the look. 

There you go. Two cards using the same DSP and Die cut images but in different ways for very different looks! It's another good example how changing colors can make a big difference and make your products more versatile.

I can't wait to create with the other designs in these products!

Michelle Loncar
Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 
MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026

June Product of the Month: Wild Bunch

 


Send smiles with the Wild Bunch Stamp Set! With hand-drawn animals like a koala, penguin, snail, and highland cow, plus versatile sentiments for birthdays, thank-yous, or just because, this set can help brighten anyone’s day. Add hearts, party hats, presents, or scribbled patterns to make each card or scrapbook page even more fun.

The Wild Bunch Stamp Set is the exclusive Product of the Month for June 2026! Only available until stocks run out—don’t wait to get yours!

The Product of the Month:
- Is a new exclusive product released each month!
- Can be unlocked for just $5 with orders over $75 (after discounts and rewards).
- Is only available while supplies last—they can sell out quickly!
- Is limited to one per customer (including language versions).

Click here to shop for your Wild Bunch set now!

Michelle Loncar
Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 
MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net
Images©Stampin' Up!

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Monday, June 8, 2026

Velvet Meadow Card ~ Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge #685

Sometimes all of us crafters need a little help getting the creativity going. Our sketch challenge can be just what you need! Every Monday we give you a sketch to create with. You can do what you like with it: flip, flop, twist, turn, etc. We just need to be able to see the sketch in your design. 

The sketch goes like n Monday and our blog opens for entries on Wednesday. Let your creativity go as you use our sketch. We love seeing what you create! Have fun!  

My project is a card and it stayed pretty true to the sketch. Ad I got out the Velvet Meadow DSP pack I came across this pattern. Sometime you can let the beautiful papers do the "heavy lifting" for you! 

This paper is gorgeous! Parts of the design are flocked which adds a wonderful texture to your project. The tiny white flowers in the main layer are flocked and in the background the white leaf outlines are flocked. I love that about this paper pack!


I trimmed a section of the DSP to mimic the sketch focal layer. The Peaceful Pine mat works well as a mat and give dimension. 

For the sentiment I stamped on DSP. It didn't stand out enough so I used a marker to ink the edges and popped it up on Dimensionals. The ribbon knot was just enough of an accent and I could easily keep it small. 


I added some sparkle to the flower center using Wink of Stella. It's hard to photograph but you can kind of see it on the flower in the upper left. As I mentioned, the tiny white flowers are flocked and you get a bit more of an idea how it looks in this photo. 


Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge

Here is our sketch for this week. You can change the images and shapes if you like. Just have fun with it and see where it leads you! We can't wait to find out!

Michelle Loncar
Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 
MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net
Images©Stampin' Up®

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Friday, June 5, 2026

Flowers Flair ~ Color Dare #707

Are you in the mood for a color challenge? Our Design Team at Color Dare will get your creativity going with this color palette seen below. You must use at least 3 of the colors shown in the graphic. There are Free colors you can also use either the challenge colors, but don't add any extra colors beyond that. 

Make any paper craft you like. When you're ready to join our challenge use the direct link below the graphic.

This color palette whispered "flowers" in my ear when I sat down to create. One of my favorite stamps to use for a floral card is the Flowers Fair stamp. It's one large stamp that can create a big and beautiful look or die cut the image like I did here to use part of the image.


After stamping in Memento Black ink I used our Blends to color the image and background. My colors are Bubble Bath, Melon Mambo, Pretty Peacock and Azure Afternoon. I used the light Blend of each color.

Once I had the flowers colored I die cut to get the image then colored the background. It looks like a pretty blue sky surrounding the flowers. 

The Forever Plaid Embossing Folder created a nice texture for the white layer and it's all counted on a Bubble Bath card base. 


Splatters of Wink of Stella added a pretty sparkle to the design. Tiny butterflies seemed a perfect accent to the theme, too, as well as a small bo for the upper corner.


I always like to bring the design to the inside of the card, too. Just a small portion of the image is all that was needed for the lower corner. Link of Stella splatters add a nice sparkle on the inside ad well. When I use the card I'll customize it by adding a sentiment for the occasion. 
Direct link to Color Dare #707

Here are the colors for this challenge. Please make a very close match either your colors. Most of all, have fun creating!

Michelle Loncar
Independent Stampn' Up!® Demonstrator 
MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net
Images©Stampin' Up!®

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Thursday, June 4, 2026

Painted Skies Card Kit


If beautiful sunsets are your thing, the Painted Skies Kit is calling your name. Create vibrant, hand-painted–style skies with scenes featuring lighthouses, palm trees, and rolling ocean waves as your artistic focal points. Friendly greetings, gratitude themes, and celebratory sentiments add just the right finishing touch.

DETAILS 
- Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs 
- Folded card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.8 x 14 cm)
- Colors: Balmy Blue, Blueberry Bushel, Crushed Curry, Flirty Flamingo, Gorgeous Grape, Highland Heather, Hydrangea Hue, Melon Mambo, Night of Navy, Petal Pink, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Strawberry Slush, white
- Sentiments printed in Dutch, English, French, and German 

Kit includes the items listed below.
- Step-by-step instructions 
- 9 printed envelopes 
- Precut paper pieces, printed labels
- Sequins
- Adhesive 

KITS COLLECTION 
- Includes designed projects that come in a range of project types. 
- Is perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects

CLICK HERE to order your Painted Skies Kit!


Michelle Loncar
Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 
MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net
Images©Stampin' Up!®

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Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Painted Wishes Card Kit



PRODUCT DETAIL

If you're looking for a way to spread love and kindness around you then the Painted Wishes Kit is what you need! Rich in watercolor designs, colorful florals, and heartfelt greetings, this kit includes the supplies to create nine all-occasion greeting cards that will make kind words flourish all around you! It also includes printed sentiments in English, French, German, and Dutch.

Kit includes:
* Predesigned projects 
* Step-by-step instructions
* Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
* Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
* Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
* 9 preprinted envelopes
* Gold & Pretty Peacock foiled labels
* Pretty Peacock sequins
* Gold cord
* Enough adhesive to complete projects

Product colors: Garden Green, Lemon Lime Twist, Moody Mauve, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock, Wild Wheat

Kits by Stampin’ Up! are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. All-inclusive project kits have everything you need in one box! Give as a gift or try them yourself. Kits are while supplies last. Order today!

CLICK HERE  to order your Painted Wishes kit!

Michelle Loncar
Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 
MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net
Images©Stampin' Up!®
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Friday, May 29, 2026

Summer Fun Layout ~ Color Dare #706

 Welcome to a new color challenge from our Design Team at Color Dare! Each Friday we give you a new set of colors to create with. Make any project you like using the colors in the graphic below. Make sure your colors are a very close match to those shown. There are free colors you can also use with the challenge colors. See the graphic below for more information.

Our challenge this week gives you 2 colors with 1 color of your choice. My color of choice is the bright green. My free colors are black and white.

I felt like creating a simple design today and the Scalloped Bloom Dies were sitting. on my desk. Layering the 3 smallest dies is perfect for making flowers. Using these colors and making the flowers reminded me of the 60's. Yes, I'm that old. ha ha ha.


Just a scattering of the flowers along the bottom as a wide border was all it took. I had a few leftovers over to use at the top as well. The title was done in the same 3 colors. I'm not good at stamping straight lines so it was our New Stampin' Positioner to the rescue. I tilted the letters because it fit the feeling of the layout but they are in a straight line! Some Rhinestone Jewels for flower centers and accents finished the look.


Direct link to Color Dare #706

How will YOU use our colors? What will your color of choice be? We can't wait to see what you create! Have fun!


Michelle Loncar
Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 
Michelle Loncar.stampinup.net
Images©Stampin' Up!®

#showandtellwithmichelle #scrapbooking #colordare #colorchallenge

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What's Up Wednesday ~ Scenic Coast Cards

  Today I'm sharing two cards I made using our new Scenic Coast DSP with the Sunset Coast Dies. The DSP is incredibly beautiful and you...