Boxes, Baskets & Treat Containers—Oh My! | Easter Joy Suite Gift Packaging

Boxes, Baskets, Treat Containers… Oh My!

This is my third post featuring the Easter Joy Suite, and I’m still not done sharing all the fun projects you can create with it! After showing the versatility of this suite with baby cards and spring cards, I moved on to one of my favorite things to make—treat containers. Because really… who doesn’t love a cute little box or basket for the holidays?

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Sour Cream Container Carrot

I started with an old favorite—the sour cream container—and turned it into this adorable carrot-shaped treat holder. I used Pleasant Patterns 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper, which worked perfectly for this project. It’s just the right size for jellybeans or a small Easter treat.

To make a sour cream container:

• Roll a 4¼" x 5½" piece of cardstock into a tube

• Seal the ends with Tear & Tape, going in opposite directions

• Tuck a piece of green cardstock into the top and snip strips to create a cute carrot top

Simple, fun, and always a crowd favorite!

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DIY Easter Basket Box

If you’ve looked closely at the mini catalog, you may have noticed a basket/box shown with this suite—but it felt a little too skinny for what I had in mind. So, I decided to design my own box, making it as roomy as possible for Easter treats.

I created a custom box and added baskets to the front and back for extra detail. Now I’m ready to fill these sweet little baskets with goodies for the kids on Easter morning!

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Monogrammed Treat Boxes

Another fun option—especially if you want the DSP to really shine—is these monogrammed treat boxes. You can make them in almost any size, and the Party Alphabet Dies make it easy to personalize them for someone special. These are perfect for gifting a small treat with a big impact.

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Windowed Boxes (Because I Wasn’t Done Yet!)

After finishing the monogrammed boxes, I still had my window sheets out… so I kept going! I used the basket die to create a fun window detail and made a box with the lid attached.

Once the window sheet is attached to the inside, you can decorate the top just like the monogrammed boxes. I designed two sizes:

• One snug and adorable (a tight fit for the basket)

• One slightly larger, making assembly easier—and leaving room for more treats!

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This suite just keeps on giving, and I still have more ideas to share. Stay tuned—because I’m not done yet! 💛

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Let the Paper Do the Work: Easter Cards with the Easter Joy Suite

Did you see my last post? I shared some baby cards and spring cards I created with the Easter Joy Suite, showing just how versatile this set can be well beyond Easter.
But today, I’m leaning fully into Easter cards—and especially the paper.

The Easter Joy Specialty Designer Series Paper is absolutely amazing. Each sheet has a shiny, glossy side and a more subtle matte design on the back, giving you lots of options depending on the look you want. One of the standout sheets includes six cut-apart scenic backgrounds, and I made it my goal to use all six in a card or project.

These first two cards were a breeze to make thanks to those adorable scenic backgrounds. I simply added a bunny, a basket, and a few eggs, and the card was practically finished for me.

This little bunny is pretty cute on his own, but I couldn’t help thinking of the Easter song “Hippity, hoppity, Easter’s on its way,” so I had to make another version using the Mini Alphabet Dies to bring that playful phrase to life.

For the next two cards, I trimmed the scenic panels down slightly to use them as backgrounds, but I wanted to try something a little different. One card is an Easter Double Easel Card, with Easter Joy Specialty Designer Series Paper added to the background for extra interest. The other is a Side Panel Column Card, featuring the Pleasant Patterns 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper.

I really love cards like these for sending to someone special because they stand up and display on their own—almost like a little piece of home décor.

If you’d like to try these folds yourself, I have a video that walks you through creating a Double Easel Card, and another video that shows how to make a Side Panel Column Card step by step.

I hope you enjoyed these Easter projects using the Easter Joy Suite. Please check back soon for the next post in this series—I still have more ideas to share!

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Stretch Your Supplies: Spring and Baby Cards with Easter Joy

Last weekend I had the pleasure of doing a demonstration for Vacation Stamping School, a virtual event with my stamping friends, and I spotlighted the Easter Joy Suite. I wanted to go beyond Easter and really show how versatile and usable this beautiful suite can be all season long—and even beyond spring.

I borrowed a congratulations sentiment from another set and paired it with those adorable little bunnies to create some sweet baby cards. That’s one of the things I really appreciate about the Easter Basket Bundle—the images are specific enough to feel special, but flexible enough to work for many different occasions.

For the twin bunnies card, I used the mirror image technique, which is a fun way to get your images facing each other without needing a second stamp.

Here’s how I did it:

1. Stamp your image onto a silicone craft sheet.

2. Flip the craft sheet over and press it onto your cardstock to transfer the image.

3. If you’d like to die cut the image, hold the cardstock up to the light and die cut from the backside for perfect placement.

It’s such a simple technique, but it really adds something special to a card—especially for baby or friendship designs where symmetry feels just right.

I also created a few spring-themed cards using the “Hello, Spring” sentiment included in the stamp set. So of course, I had to include daffodils. They’re my absolute favorite, so this card was an easy choice for me! I love that the daffodil die includes two separate pieces, which adds dimension and makes the flowers feel even more realistic.

But I think my favorite card of the bunch might be the simplest one—the single daffodil. Sometimes less really is more. The Pleasant Patterns 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper included in this suite is stunning, and that shinny green pattern made the most beautiful background. It lets the daffodil shine without overwhelming the design.

This is the first in a series of posts where I’ll be sharing projects from my Easter Joy Suite demonstration. If you love seeing how one suite can stretch in lots of creative directions, you’re going to enjoy what’s coming next!

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Curious About Scrapbook Club?, Step Inside My Scrapbooking Setup

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to come to Scrapbook Club? 

Maybe you love scrapbooking but don’t always make the time… or maybe you’ve thought, I’d love to scrapbook, but I don’t have all the stuff.

Today I’m sharing a peek into my kitchen setup for Scrapbook Club tonight so you can imagine yourself right here—scrapbooking memories, enjoying fun conversation, and creating beautiful layouts alongside a great group of women who gather every month to craft together.

When you come to Scrapbook Club, you’ll have your own 4-foot workspace, ready and waiting for you. At each spot you’ll find the monthly flyer with measurements and a sample 2-page 12x12 layout, with that same sample displayed on the wall for easy reference as you work.

You’ll also have access to my die-cutting machine, and not just the alphabet used in the sample—all of my alphabet dies are available for you to use, so you can customize your pages with names, dates, and titles that matter to you.

One of my favorite parts? Choices! I keep two tubs of retired Designer Series Paper, which means plenty of options—and no trying to “make” your photos work with the wrong paper.

Working on seasonal memories? I also have a dedicated “holiday” paper tub, perfect for Christmas, fall, or other special occasions when you want just the right feel.

And of course, there’s cardstock—lots of it. I have an extensive selection of 12x12 and 8½x11 cardstock in all current Stampin’ Up! colors, plus many past favorites that longtime stampers still love.

You’re always welcome to bring your own papers if you have something specific in mind, but many ladies love not having to haul everything with them. Just bring your photos (and adhesive) and enjoy the process.

Scrapbook Club is about more than layouts—it’s about making time for your memories, being creative without pressure, and spending a little time with people who enjoy the same things you do. If you’ve been on the fence, I hope these photos help you picture yourself joining us. Every month, there’s a seat waiting for you.

One of the things I hear most is, “I love this idea, but I’m not sure I can commit every month.”

Scrapbook Club is designed to be flexible. There’s no long-term commitment—you can join month-to-month, whenever it works for you.

If coming to my house isn’t your thing, your schedule is full, or you live too far away, there’s also a virtual option. You’ll receive the same layout, measurements, supply list, and a video tutorial so you can create on your own time.

To participate, simply place a $25 product order or pay a $20 class fee for that month. That’s it—easy and pressure-free. 

If you’ve been curious but hesitant, consider this your invitation to try it once and see how it feels.

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January INK and Go Card Kit: Easy Cards You’ll Love Sending

With Christmas—and an early-month demonstration—behind me, I was excited to turn my attention to the January INK and Go Card Kit.

Because Stampin’ Up! policy doesn’t allow pre-stamped images, I’m always looking closely at my dies and Designer Series Paper to create cards that are quick, beautiful, and still feel special. January’s kit came together nicely using just that approach.

I like to include a Valentine’s Day card in the January kit, and the Endless Love bundle was the perfect choice. I used the Hearts of Love Embossing Folder, a couple of die cuts, and a few Loose Valentine's Assortment embellishments. All you need to do is add your favorite Valentine’s greeting to the large heart, and you’ll have cards ready to drop in the mail come February.

The Sunshine and Tulips die is ideal for a “to-go” card kit—it features one large, dramatic die cut that really does all the work. To keep things quick and simple, I stuck with a single background color, but can you imagine this card with different colored tulips? So many possibilities!

The Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper (currently on the Last Chance list) is so striking on its own that it hardly needs anything extra. I added a greeting and just a couple of embellishments, and voilà—the card was finished.

I’m also loving Friendly Foliage. It makes a beautiful stamped card, but I was especially happy that it translated so well into an INK and Go style design. It has a completely different look than the stamped version, which makes the bundle feel even more versatile.

I put these kits together each month for porch pick-up, or I’m happy to drop one in the mail. You can message me directly or find them in my Payhip store.

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Endless Love Tutorial Inspiration

Looking for a little Valentine’s Day inspiration? 💕 You’re going to love this month’s exclusive digital tutorial featuring the Endless Love Bundle.  You can purchase it here!

Created by The Creative Stamping Collective—a collaboration of 12 Stampin’ Up! demonstrators from across the U.S. and Canada—this tutorial is filled with heartfelt ideas perfect for Valentine’s Day and beyond. Each project showcases creative ways to use the Endless Love Bundle to make cards that celebrate love, friendship, and meaningful connections.

When you purchase this digital download, you’ll receive:

• 12 exclusive project ideas featuring the Endless Love Bundle

• Full-color photos of each project

• Complete materials and measurement lists

• Step-by-step tutorial videos to guide you through every design

The Creative Stamping Collective releases a new tutorial each month, giving you fresh inspiration and exclusive projects you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re creating Valentine cards for loved ones or simply enjoying time in your craft room, this tutorial is a wonderful way to spark your creativity and make something truly special.

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Cute as a Bug Side Panel Column Card

I pre-ordered The Cute as a Bug Suite over a month ago and am playing with it for the first time.  It's so cute, and I love that is uses so many different colors. Like so many Stampin' Up! Designer Series Papers, I can't choose my favorite one. So when I was sitting down to create, I decided I'd do a fun fold that would show off two different papers.  

These same ants are in the Designer Series Paper and can be die cut, but I colored them with my blends to save the DSP for another project. I grabbed some of the colors listed on the back of the DSP and colored my ants.  It wasn't until after I finished coloring that I realized I used the same colors as the paper.  Great minds do INK alike!

I've made column cards before so this is a stepped up version - a Side Panel Column card.  Or you may have also see them called a Side Panel Pillar card. It's another great fun fold that goes together easily, but looks impressive.  This won't be the last Side Panel Column card I make this year!

If you would like to see how I made this card, check out my tutorial here:

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Made with Love Double Easel Card

I have really been getting into fun fold cards that are easy to put together but look impressive.  And a Double Easel card does just that!  It stands up for display and it gives the creator a chance to show off more stamping or Designer Series Paper. It doesn't require any special dies, and the measurements are simple.  

I've only made a couple cards with the Made with Love Suite so I thought it was perfect for a Double Easel. After using so much Real Red the last few months, I was happy to pull out my Flirty Flamingo, Strawberry Slush and Bubble Bath for this card.  

Check out my latest tutorial if you want to make one yourself!

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New Year - New All Occasion Cards

Now that Christmas is over, time to create all occasion cards again.  It was fun to work with new bundles and also an old favorite. If you've stamped with me, you know I try to ask everyone what their favorite card of the night is.  Of course I hope everyone likes them all, but I like hearing everyone's favorites to help me plan for future Stamp-a-Stacks.  I'm happy to say all four cards were chosen as someone's favorite.  

This Z-fold was a great way to show off the versatility of the Pop-Up Petals bundle.  We didn't make a pop-up card this time, but do you recognize the polka dot stamp?  It's the stamp for the center of the flowers!  I borrowed that banner die from Hobby Haven for the front and finished it off with a little ribbon.  

I designed the bee card as a birthday card, but with a couple small tweaks, it could be a valentine card for anyone who needed more than the February valentines we will make at our next Stamp-a-Stack. So happy that Bee My Valentine is still a current stamp set!

This is one of two cards I designed to be a bit more subdued for those stampers asking for sympathy cards.  And this one designed with Lovely Arrangements was great for all occasions - wedding, anniversary, birthday and sympathy.  

This one got a lot of love on Facebook, and I'm so glad everyone liked it.  I was happy to try out the new Lasting Linen background with another new bundle, Friendly Foliage. I think Pretty Peacock and Lost Lagoon were the perfect combination for this thinking of you card.

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Traditions of Christmas Corner Pop-up Fun Fold Card

If you love fun folds that look impressive but are surprisingly easy to create, you’re going to love today’s featured project! This Corner Pop-Up Fun Fold shows off the gorgeous patterns in the Traditions of Christmas Designer Series Paper and gives your a big “wow” factor without complicated steps.

For this version, I used the Traditions of Christmas DSP, and the rich reds, greens, and gold accents really shine. This fold is also a great way to use multiple patterns together while keeping a clean and cohesive look.

I had such a great time making this card, and I think you will too!

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Watch the Step-by-Step Tutorial

Want to see exactly how this fun fold comes together?
You can watch the full video here:

In the video, I walk you through the measurements, folding steps, and finishing touches so you can confidently recreate this design at home.

I didn’t want to stop with just one! Below you’ll find photos of additional Corner Pop-Up cards I made, and the first one is another Traditions of Christmas card.  I also used Jolly Delivery, Autumn Wishes, Wildflower Birthday, and Florals in Bloom.  

Thanks for stopping by—and happy crafting!

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