Spooky Halloween Treats

Hello! Hope this finds you well. Life is still busy for us. I have had time to get back in my craft room. The Stampin' UP!® year is coming to an end on Sept. 30 so I am looking forward to all the new things that the new year will bring. Each year I have a goal to better my best and with the support of my customers and team, I have reached that goal. Ultimately I dream big and would LOVE to earn the Incentive Trip! It is a HUGE goal and means tons of work. The first step is speaking it in to existence so let's make it happen! It will take you and me to get this done. So glad to have you along.

I finally had a time to record a video using the Spooky & Sweet Halloween suite. It is an Online Exclusive so if you haven't seen it, have you been shopping in my Online Store? I wanted to show you how to use the products to make cute Halloween treats. I am going to give mine to the hospital staff that will be taking care of my husband but how fun would it be to give to your office friends or even those trick or treaters? 

Here is the one I gave to the Home Health nurse today. I told her it reminded me of all the dressing changes she has been doing these last three months. It had some candy in that Iridescent Sack. This is such a fun way to say thank you so someone.

The Spooky Sweet Designer Series Paper has two sheets of die cuts that make it super easy to make the little treats. The hard part is deciding which ones to use. There are also two sheets that have tag designs so I cut those apart. 

Can you see the shine on that treat sack? Makes it hard to take pictures but it is pretty in person. And how about that cute scene? No stamping needed when you have a set of dies that will cut all the pieces for you. That house is layered on Daffodil Delight to make it look like the lights are on in the house. The tag is heat embossed so you get to have all the fun! Be sure and check the video out to see how it's done.

Here's one more, it's hard to stop with all the cute pieces offered in this collection! Did you notice the stars? Those are also in the collection and are called Shimmer Star Foam Stickers. I have used them on a Christmas card so you don't have to feel tied to just Halloween. They come in three sizes in black, white and purple and add just a bit of sparkle.

So what do you think? Are you going to make some of these cute treats? Let me know! I would love to see what you make.

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day and

HAPPY STAMPIN'!

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

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Here are the supplies I used to make these cute treats:

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Spooky Sweet Suite Collection (English)

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$88.50

Spooky Halloween Bundle (English)

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$45.00

Spooky Sweet 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[166191]

$16.50

Iridescent Treat Bags

[166204]

$8.00

Petunia Pop 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Iridescent Ribbon

[166203]

$9.50

Shimmer Star Foam Stickers

[166202]

$9.50

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Petunia Pop 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[163801]

$14.00

Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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$14.00

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[121045]

$14.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

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Cozy Christmas Paper Pumpkin for October

 October's Paper Pumpkin is all about Christmas! It's called Cozy Christmas. 

OCTOBER: Cozy Christmas Subscribe September 11–October 10 

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 • Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes 

 • Precut paper pieces with soft, stitched-look flocking 

 • Shiny red sequin embellishments 

 • Cherry Cobbler, Garden Green, Pecan Pie (Classic Stampin’ Spot), Real Red

Make beautiful Christmas cards with this coordinated kit that is all ready to go.

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Have a great day,

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

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Holiday Catalog Walk Thru

Hello, again!

This morning I did a video of the new Holiday Catalog. Nothing fancy, just pointed out a few things and showed a few samples. Lots of prettiness to share. 

SHOP WITH ME: Here

Want to get a discount on your orders? Don't want to have classes or sell anything? Wonderful. Stampin' Up! can do that. No requirement to do anything except shop. There is a quarterly minimum to meet but with all the new items released often, that's easy. Here the Link for MORE INFO

Thanks for stopping by and watching my video. Appreciate you.

Until next time,

Happy Stampin'

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Jar of Joy Card Class To Go

Hello!

So very sorry for the absence but this summer has been spent dealing with my husband's infected knee replacement. He had surgery April 30 and got a brand new knee. All was well until May 31 when he spiked a fever and the knee started draining. The first two weeks of June were spent in the hospital. He is still getting IV antibiotics and has a wound vacuum. To say the least, my time is spent caring for him and all the stuff. There was no time for crafting but things have improved and I can 'play in my craft room' a bit more often. I have boxes and projects waiting for me!

So happy to announce my first Christmas Card Class for this year: Jar of Joy Card Class!! Here are the details about this class: Jar of Joy Class . I did a video showing the cute cards and made one of them so you can see how to make this slant front card. It's not hard, just has a unique cut. 

Here's the Video over on You Tube:

Thanks for stopping by. Ready to get your own class? Here's the Link 

Until next time, Happy Stampin'

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

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Join my Team HERE

September Paper Pumpkin

Craft fall cards with an elegant seasonal touch with the September Paper Pumpkin. It is called Fall for Toile and it coordinates with a suite that will be released on September 5 called Autumn Toile. Beautiful fall colors and images that sets the mood for cooler weather and beautiful fall colors.

For More Information about Paper Pumpkin or to get subscribed: Click HERE

Need Help? Have questions? Please reach out. 

Thanks for stopping by,

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator

Floral Impressions Suite is Blooming!

Hello!! Back with a pretty floral card that features some of the new In Colors. Flowers are my favorite. I enjoy gardening and blooming things. There is so much inspiration in nature and color combos is one of those things that we can take inspiration from. The brand new Floral Impressions Suite is perfect for flower-lovers.

Today's card uses Floral Impressions designer series paper as my starting point. Here are the colors listed that this paper coordinates with:  Crushed Curry, Darling Duckling, Fresh Freesia, Garden Green, Misty Moonlight, Old Olive, Peach Pie, Pecan Pie, Pool Party, Pretty in Pink, and Strawberry Slush. 

Which color would you pick to use first? My goal was to use all five In Colors. I started with Timid Tiger. The piece of DSP has all the colors so it didn't matter how it was cut, it would look good. My flowers were chosen from the list of coordinating colors, too. Timid Tiger, Pool Party, Fresh Freesia, and Strawberry Slush on these cards. Which is your favorite?

I matted the DSP on Garden Green. The oval is one of the dies in the Impressions Abloom Dies. There are two so you could layer them, too! On a whim, I added the ribbon tied in bows and the In Color pearls.  The 'thank you' is from My Small Business stamp set and is stamped in Pecan Pie. 

Here's the link for the VIDEO that shows how to make this card. 

Cutting Instructions:

Card Base: Cut 4 1/4" x 11, scored at 5 1/2"

Mat Layer: 4" x 5 1/4"

DSP Layer: 3 3/4" x 5"

Basic White piece to die cut and stamp flower

Thanks for stopping by. Let me know if you have any questions or need any help. I am here to serve you.

Happy stampin',

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

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Product List

Floral Impressions Suite Collection (English)

[165617]

$88.50

Floral Impressions 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[165603]

$12.50

Impressions Abloom Bundle (English)

[165611]

$48.50

Impressions Abloom Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[165605]

$20.00

Impressions Abloom Dies

[165610]

$34.00

My Small Business Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[163720]

$19.00

Layering Leaves Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[161277]

$24.00

Timid Tiger 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165626]

$14.00

Garden Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[102584]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$9.00

Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad

[147089]

$9.00

Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad

[161665]

$9.00

Timid Tiger Classic Stampin' Pad

[165278]

$9.00

Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad

[165286]

$9.00

Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad

[147107]

$9.00

2025–2027 In Color™ Flat Pearls

[165192]

$8.50

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

$9.00

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July Club Create announced

 Hello, My Stampin' Friends,

Welcome, July. June is a blur for me, how about you? Summer is in full swing and I have just the thing to keep you cool-a card class delivered right to your door.

July's Card Club Create features the Inspiring Imperfections bundle. This beautiful set is inspired by the Japanese tradition of Kintsugi. It is a traditional technique of repairing broken pottery with gold lacquer. The mended gold veins become a celebration of imperfection instead of hiding it. What a great philosophy.

Register now to get this beautiful packet of card kits and be sure and add on the bundle. If you add the bundle to your card kit when you register, you save the shipping and tax! Deadline to register for this class delivered right to your door is Sunday, July 20.

Kits are mailed this month on Monday, July 28. These cards are stunning in real life!

More Info about my Club Create can be found HERE

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Stampin',

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up! ® Demonstrator

June Club Create is Ready for You!

 Have you seen the really cute Storybook Garden Patch bundle? It is an Online Exclusive and is part of a mega suite. When you click on the link, be sure and notice the drop down box that has other items in this suite. We'll be using the Storybook Garden Patch bundle with some sentiments from other sets. You may notice this stamp set doesn't have any words, just images. Don't let that stop you! Plenty of options for customizing your cards for the specific need. 

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Here is the pretty paper these cards will use:

It's called Timeless Plaid. Don't you just love the colors?

I would love to have you be part of my crafty friends. Please reach out if you have any questions. 

Thanks for stopping by,

Mary Lou

Your Independent Stampin' Up!® demonstrator

MY ONLINE STORE is HERE

Scrapbooking Virtual Album Retreat

Have you ever taken a retreat? Cardmaking or scrapbooking? I have done both and it's the best fun ever! This brand new opportunity offered by Stampin' Up!® is over the top. Let me tell you about it.

Introducing the Virtual Album Retreat, a brand-new event that’s unlike anything we’ve ever done before! During this three-day, virtual event, you’ll create 12 scrapbook spreads using the Month by Month Album Retreat 2025 kit, craft with friends who love scrapbooking, learn new techniques, and connect on a personal level with fellow crafters and Stampin’ Up! staff. We’ll even have some fun giveaways!

Supplies are limited so it's first come, first served. If you purchase a kit, you will automatically be registered!! No other thing required. There is a list of other supplies you will need but it's easy enough to substitute. Sign up and we'll plan a get-together and you can use my stamps, etc. For more info here is the LINK that goes directly to the page with all the details.

Have questions? Please email me or text me.

Let's make a scrapbook together!

Have a great day,

Mary Lou

Your Independent Stampin' Up! demonstrator

Adventure Together Bundle Card

Today's card is so much fun. It uses the Adventure Together bundle. We have a travel trailer and love to 'glamp' mostly in state parks. When I saw this stamp set, I knew I would need it. We made this card in my monthly card class and my ladies liked it. I took a chance because none of them go camping but I thought maybe they had friends who did and who would love this card.

Don't you love that designer series paper? It's called Thoughtful Journey There are several choices for the background layer, it was hard to decide so I made cards using several options.

Did you notice the shading around the circle? I used a sponge dauber to add Crumb Cake ink around it so it doesn't look so plain. The dies have little circles for the hubcaps and the door! The trees are stamped and die cut, too. This card is so much fun to make.

Here is the VIDEO showing how to make this card. 

Let me know if you make this card. 

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Stampin',

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Shop with me HERE

Brand New 2025-2026 In Colors Introduced this Week

 Hello!

It's an exciting week at Stampin' Up! A brand new catalog was released plus brand new Online Exclusives. Oh my! So much to take in. So let me help. 

INTRODUCING: THE NEW IN COLORS

This Suite of products is called Floral Impressions Suite Collection. It is an online exclusive so you won't see it in a catalog. The designer series paper is called Floral Impressions and coordinates with many colors. I purposely used the new In Colors so showcase them.

Let me name them for you:

Top Left: Secret Sea, Timid Tiger, Darling Ducklin

Bottom Left: Strawberry Slush, Cloud Cover

A note about Cloud Cover ink pad-it will not be released to the public due to an issue with quality. Apparently the ink reacts to the foam and causes the color to not hold true to the standard that Stampin' Up! is known for. So option: purchase the small uninked spots and a bottle of reinker and you can make your own ink pad. Honestly, I started my Stampin' Up! journey with the small ink spots and was happy to ink large and small stamps with them. The other products will be released including the Stampin' Blends and marker.

So tell me? What do you think? If Strawberry Slush looks familiar, it is a returning color! I love Secret Sea, it is a deep, deep blue.

Here is the PDF of the New Annual Catalog

Ready to Shop? Here's the link to my Online Store

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy New Catalog,

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Cutest Onesie Baby Card

Do you ever need a baby card? It's not often depending on your circle but every now and then I need one. Today's card is a baby card that I made for either a boy or a girl. I used retired designer series paper by mistake because I thought it was still available unfortunately, it is not. If you have this paper on hand, you should be good to go  but if not, you will have to substitute. The Cutest Onesie bundle is still available and is in the new catalog! I have seen some adorable cards made with this bundle. Here's my card: 

That Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper has those cute little bunnies but so does the Storybook Moments DSP that is in the Online Store. This particular pack features the retiring Boho Blue cardstock, I am going to miss that color. It also coordinates with Balmy Blue and Misty Moonlight. The dies make this card easy!

The Cutest Onesie bundle  is definitely all baby, isn't it? 

Here is the little girl version. A disclaimer: the Countryside Inn DSP in pinks was a prize offered to demonstrators last April for bettering our best. I earned it! But you probably can't buy it unless a demonstrator is selling on her website or other selling platforms. Search Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper and maybe you can find some.

I made the baby girl version for friends who are expecting any day now. Hope they like it. 

I will post the list of supplies I used but the DSP be an active link. The card layout is pretty universal but I'll post the cutting instructions.

Card Base is cut 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored at 4 1/4"

DSP layer is cut 4" x 5 1/4"

That's all I have for you this week. No video for this card. But I am confident you can figure it out!

Thanks for stopping by,

Until next time,

Mary Lou Foster

Your Independent Demonstrator

My Online Store is Here

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$27.00

161467

$12.50

163580

$35.00

161724

$11.50

166780

$14.00

101856

$10.00

161650

$9.00

132708

$8.00

104430

$4.25

152392

$28.00

152813

$8.00

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