Colour INKspiration – CI210

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This challenge at Colour INKspiration welcomes the beautiful new 2026–2028 In Colours from Stampin’ Up! — Barely Blush, Crisp Cantaloupe, Golden Glow, Peaceful Pine and Hydrangea Hue. It’s such a lovely collection of colours, with a softness to them that still feels rich and grounded.

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For this challenge, we were invited to showcase two or more of the new In Colours and can team them up with our regular selection of Basics – Basic White, Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake, Basic Beige, Basic Black and Metallics. For my project, I managed to include four of them. Not that I have anything against Hydrangea Hue… it just wasn’t quite the right fit for this particular design!

To bring the palette to life, I paired the colours with the absolutely gorgeous Boutique Blooms Bundle. That full bloom rose is such a standout feature — soft, elegant and impossible to resist.

Rose Packer, Creative Roses, Creative Coach, Stampin' Up!, Boutique Blossoms, 2026 In Colours

For the flowers, I stamped the rose in Barely Blush and Crisp Cantaloupe. One of the things I really love about this set is its versatility. The floral images include an outline stamp designed for colouring, meaning you can use your favourite colouring medium or the coordinating fill stamps for a quicker layered effect — which is the approach I used here.

I also created an additional flower along with several stamped and die-cut leaves in Peaceful Pine, arranging them onto a layer of Basic White cardstock. To soften the background and tie the design together, I lightly blended Barely Blush ink around the edges.

Rose Packer, Creative Roses, Creative Coach, Stampin' Up!, Boutique Blossoms, 2026 In Colours

To finish the card, I added a sentiment stamped in Peaceful Pine onto Barely Blush cardstock, fussy cut and layered over ribbon and a die-cut banner. A sprinkling of butterfly gems completed the project with just the right amount of sparkle.

This card feels soft, fresh and beautifully balanced — the perfect way to welcome a brand-new collection of In Colours.

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More INKspiration is loaded up over in our Facebook Challenge group. Head over and enjoyed all the amazing inspiration from the crew. We will be excited to have you play along with us. This challenge is open until 5pm Monday 8th June. Look forward to seeing you over on the group.

Until next time… Stamp Creatively,

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Colour INKspiration – CI209

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Another Colour INKspiration challenge is here #CI209 — and this time we’re playing with a beautifully earthy palette of Gorgeous Grape, Garden Green, Cloud Cover and Basic Beige. And can we take a moment for that inspiration image? I would happily recreate that dreamy outdoor setting in my own backyard for entertaining… wouldn’t you?

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What first inspired me about this challenge wasn’t actually the colours — it was the feeling of the image. Being surrounded by nature while still sitting within a structured space. I know… slightly random creative thoughts over here 😂 But that idea became the starting point for this card.

To bring that concept to life, I used a frame stamp from the Exciting Times Stamp Set to create the look of windows.

Rose Packer, Creative Roses, Stampin' Up!, Exciting Times stamp set, Greenery Lane bundle

Using the richness of Gorgeous Grape ink also gave me the chance to play with generational stamping — stamping once at full strength, then stamping again without re-inking to create a softer variation of the same colour. It’s such an easy way to add depth while keeping your palette cohesive.

I then fussy cut the centres of the windows, helping to give that inside–outside feel. Before adhering onto Basic Beige cardstock, added an extra layer of Greenery Lane Washi Tape, creating extra depth and enhancing the feeling of peeking beyond nature’s elements. These layers then went onto a Thick Basic White card base.

With my base design complete, this created space to decorate with leafy elements from the Greenery Lane Die Set along with coordinating washi tape.

This is one of the things I love most about Stampin’ Up! — their products are designed to work beautifully together, making the creative process feel simple and enjoyable.

Rose Packer, Creative Roses, Stampin' Up!, Exciting Times stamp set, Greenery Lane bundle

To finish the card, I added some Cloud Cover ribbon for texture, a sentiment stamped in Garden Green onto Cloud Cover cardstock, and a scattering of shimmer flat pearls for a little extra sparkle.

This one feels equal parts earthy, elegant and just a little whimsical — which feels like a pretty fun combination to me.

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More INKspiration is loaded up over in our Facebook Challenge group. Head over and enjoyed all the amazing inspiration from the crew. We will be excited to have you play along with us. This challenge is open until 5pm Monday, May 25th. Look forward to seeing you over on the group.

Until next time… Stamp Creatively,

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Creative Club Online Class

Craft Along with Me: Garden Poetry Online Class

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If you’ve been craving some creative time but can’t always make it to in-person classes, I’m so excited to introduce my next Online Class, featuring Stampin’ Up!’s beautiful Garden Poetry suite.

This class is designed for crafters who love learning new ideas, trying fresh techniques, and crafting with someone, even when life is busy. You’ll be guided through a complete creative experience from the comfort of your own home, with the flexibility to craft at your own pace.

About the Garden Poetry Suite

Lush botanical imagery meets rich, vibrant colour with the Garden Poetry Suite Collection. Whether you’re layering floral elements, accenting with delicate greenery, or finishing with a pop of colour or shine, every piece works together to create bold, nature-inspired designs. This suite is perfect for creating stunning handmade cards, with thoughtful sentiment stamps that deliver messages of gratitude, appreciation, and positivity.

What You’ll Create

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In this class, you’ll make SIX handmade cards in total.

Each project has been carefully designed to help you explore the suite while learning new layout ideas and design techniques.

What’s Included

When you join the class, you’ll receive:

  • generous kit of consumable supplies delivered to your door
  • Access to private class videos
  • A detailed PDF tutorial to support your crafting

This means you can watch, pause, rewind, and craft whenever it suits you — no pressure, no rushing, just relaxed learning.

Is This Class for You?

This class is ideal if you: Love guided creative sessions but need flexibility; Want to improve your cardmaking skills; Enjoy crafting with others, even online; Appreciate thoughtful design and quality materials

It’s especially perfect for busy crafters who still want that feeling of connection and shared creativity.

Important Dates and Details

  • Class video released: 30 April – Current
  • Class Cost: $55 – includes Video tuition, consumable supplies and delivery.
  • Class kits: Registrations close – April 16th.
  • Class posted: Will be mailed out, week beginning – April 27th.

NOTE: Additional supplies required: These additional supplies are required to complete the projects:

  • Paradise Garden Hybrid Bundle (stamps, dies and embossing folder – or substitute similar);
  • Paper Trimmer (with scoring blade);
  • Classic Ink pads in these colours: Berry Burst, Lemon Lime Twist, Garden Green, Crushed Curry;
  • Paper Scissors;
  • Adhesives: Tear & Tape, Multipurpose Liquid glue and Dimensionals.

Ready to Join Me?

If you’d love to enjoy a creative session that fits into your life, learn new skills, and craft along with me from home, I’d absolutely love to have you join this class.

Additional Supplies: This link will take you to a landing page featuring additional supplies required to complete the class. Pick and choose the supplies you need, click add to cart and sign into your account to complete the order.

Colour INKspiration – CI206

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Sometimes, you just need to craft.
Not just because you love it (which we all do), but because you need to.

It’s been a tough week for me, and sitting down to create felt like exactly what I needed. So I turned to the latest Colour INKspiration challenge — and honestly, it was the perfect reset.

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This palette is such a fun one, inspired by a playful image and featuring Pumpkin Pie, Shaded Spruce and Gray Granite. What I love about colours with this depth is how easily they can be extended — by lightening or layering, you naturally create a broader, more versatile palette.

For this project, I kept things relatively simple but aimed for high impact — something uplifting and satisfying to make. The Layers of Beauty bundle never fails to deliver on that.

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I started by stamping the floral outline in Gray Granite. It’s a warm grey that adds definition without overpowering the design. From there, I used the coordinating five-piece stencil set to build up the colour — a wonderfully low-stress way to add depth and detail. I chose Pumpkin Pie for the flowers and Shaded Spruce for the leaves.

But the real star of this card is the background.

I wanted to soften the stark white of the card base and introduce a loose, streaky texture. To achieve this, I began by lightly spritzing Basic White cardstock (a little unconventional, but worth it!). Then I added a few drops of Gray Granite ink refill to my glass mat, diluted it with water, and painted directly onto the cardstock.


Technique Tip:
Keep your brushstrokes moving in a consistent direction to create that soft, linear texture. Use a light hand so the strokes remain visible rather than blending away.


Once I was happy with the effect, I thoroughly dried the cardstock with my heat tool — flipping it over and drying from both sides to help minimise warping.

From there, the card came together quite simply. I adhered the layers with Tear & Tape, then used liquid glue to position the floral element. To add a little extra detail, I included leaf die cuts in green foil (the sparkle is subtle in photos, but beautiful in real life).

I finished the card with a sentiment and a few holographic gems for a final touch of shine.

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This was one of those projects that felt as good to make as it does to share — a small creative moment that made a big difference.

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More INKspiration is loaded up over in our Facebook Challenge group. Head over and enjoyed all the amazing inspiration from the crew. We will be excited to have you play along with us. This challenge is open until 5pm, Monday, April 6th. Look forward to seeing you over on the group.

Until next time… Stamp Creatively,

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