Sometimes the prettiest Designer Series Paper deserves to be more than just a layer on your card! For this birthday card, I used Valley in Bloom Designer Series Paper to make the actual card base—there’s no cardstock underneath it. One of my favorite things about Stampin’ Up! … [Read more...] about Designer Series Paper Card Base – Show Off Both Sides of Your Paper
DIY Calendar Blog Hop for September
Welcome to the DIY Calendar Blog Hop! This month I’m sharing my September calendar page featuring one of my favorite characters—Eeyore. I’ve always loved Winnie the Pooh, and I have a soft spot for Eeyore. He always seems like he could use a little cheering up! That’s why I … [Read more...] about DIY Calendar Blog Hop for September
Halloween BOO Banner – Island Style Stampers Mini Hop 👻
Aloha Stampers! Welcome to our Island Style Stampers Mini Hop! This is a small monthly hop between my daughter Malia and me, and this month we’re having some Halloween fun! I decided to make something other than a card—a BOO banner to hang on the wall or a door. I love finding … [Read more...] about Halloween BOO Banner – Island Style Stampers Mini Hop 👻
Paper Pumpkin Possibilities Hop – Kindred Greetings
Aloha & welcome to another Paper Pumpkin Possibilities Blog Hop! KINDRED GREETINGS (AUGUST 2026 PAPER PUMPKIN) This month's kit comes with supplies to make 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs. One of my favorite things about Paper Pumpkin is discovering different ways to use the … [Read more...] about Paper Pumpkin Possibilities Hop – Kindred Greetings
Let the Designer Series Paper Do the Work
Aloha Stampers! I had some visitors at my home last week who wanted to buy a few of my handmade cards. Instead, I had a better idea—I suggested they make their own! We sat down at my craft table and had such a fun time making cards together. Even my cat decided to … [Read more...] about Let the Designer Series Paper Do the Work
🎄 Make a Christmas JOY Banner
Aloha Stampers! How cute would this little JOY banner be hanging on a door, mantel, or anywhere you want to add a little handmade Christmas cheer? I used Real Red and Granny Apple Green cardstock along with the A Stitched Season Designer Series Paper for that traditional … [Read more...] about 🎄 Make a Christmas JOY Banner
Soft & Pretty Lily of the Valley Anniversary Card
Aloha Stampers! Today’s card is all about soft colors, pretty paper, and a few special details that add just the right amount of elegance. I started with the Valley in Bloom Designer Series Paper over Barely Blush cardstock for the background. This paper is so pretty that it … [Read more...] about Soft & Pretty Lily of the Valley Anniversary Card
🌈 Weekly Color Inspiration: Industrial Chic
Aloha Stampers! Each week I’m sharing a favorite color combination to give you a little inspiration for your next card. Sometimes the colors come from Designer Series Paper, and sometimes—as with this week's combination—they come together while I’m working on a project. For … [Read more...] about 🌈 Weekly Color Inspiration: Industrial Chic
Embossing Folder Challenge: Island Style Stampers Inspiration 🌺
Aloha Stampers! One of my favorite things about being part of the Island Style Stampers Team is seeing how creative everyone is! Each month, we have a fun challenge to encourage us to try something new, share ideas, and inspire one another. Last month's challenge was to create … [Read more...] about Embossing Folder Challenge: Island Style Stampers Inspiration 🌺
August Mini Calendar Blog Hop
There's something fun about turning the calendar to a brand-new month! It's the perfect excuse to create something handmade that's both pretty and practical. Welcome to our monthly Mini Calendar Blog Hop! Each month, three of us share a different calendar design to spark your … [Read more...] about August Mini Calendar Blog Hop
TODAY: LAST DAY TO GET YOUR FREE MONTHLY CARD KIT!
I'm excited to try something NEW this month - 🌺 Create With Cheryl's Monthly Card Kit! Each month I'll feature a different Stampin' Up! suite and design four exclusive cards that you can create at home. My goal is to inspire you with fresh ideas while helping you build your … [Read more...] about TODAY: LAST DAY TO GET YOUR FREE MONTHLY CARD KIT!
Dutch Door Card Using Friendly Foliage
Aloha Stampers! Today I'm sharing a simple fun fold card called the Dutch Door Card. This is such a fun design because the lower front panel opens independently, revealing the inside of the card where you can write your personal message. It's a unique fold that's surprisingly … [Read more...] about Dutch Door Card Using Friendly Foliage
