Tuesday, July 14, 2026

NEW Stampin’ Up! Kits Collection for July: Gilded Gallery Card Kit & Daisy Days Scrapbook Kit

If you're looking for quick, beautiful, and beginner-friendly paper crafting projects, you're going to love the two newest additions to the Stampin' Up! Kits Collection. πŸŽ‰

Whether you enjoy making elegant handmade cards or preserving your favorite memories in a beautiful scrapbook album, there's a new kit designed just for you.

The best part? Everything you need is included, making these kits perfect for beginners, experienced crafters, busy schedules, gifts, travel crafting, or anyone who wants to enjoy some creative "me time."

Let’s take a closer look . . . πŸ‘‡

🌸 Gilded Gallery Kit . . .


If elegant florals, soft watercolor artwork, and luxurious gold foil details make your heart happy, the Gilded Gallery Kit is calling your name.

This stunning all-inclusive card kit features delicate birds, beautiful blooms, ornate gilded frames, and rich artistic details that create cards worthy of being displayed in a frame. You'll create 10 gorgeous handmade cards (5 each of 2 beautiful designs) perfect for birthdays, thank you cards, thinking of you, or simply sending a little love through the mail.




Everything is included:
✨ Exclusive stamp set
✨ Clear stamp block
✨ Peaceful Pine Stampin' Spot
✨ Printed card bases & envelopes
✨ Adhesive
✨ Step-by-step instructions

It's an effortless way to create professional-looking handmade cards . . . even if you've never stamped before.





☀️ Daisy Days Kit . . .

Summer memories deserve a special place, and the Daisy Days Kit makes preserving them easier than ever.

This cheerful all-inclusive scrapbook kit creates a beautiful 28-page keepsake album filled with bright daisies, juicy fruit, sweet ice cream accents, journaling pieces, pockets for memorabilia, and colorful embellishments that perfectly capture all the fun of summertime.

Whether you're documenting vacations, family adventures, backyard BBQs, pool days, or everyday moments, this album is designed to help you tell your story in a fun and creative way.


Inside you'll find:
🌼 Precut images and sentiments
🌼 Printed pockets
🌼 Acetate sheets
🌼 Adhesive
🌼 Easy step-by-step instructions

Simply add your favorite photos and memories.






Why You'll Love the Stampin' Up! Kits Collection . . .

The Kits Collection continues to be one of my favorite ways to introduce people to papercrafting because everything is designed to make creativity simple and stress-free.

These kits are perfect for:

πŸ’– Beginning crafters
πŸ’– Busy families
πŸ’– Travel crafting
πŸ’– Creative gifts
πŸ’– Craft nights with friends
πŸ’– Anyone wanting a relaxing creative escape

No cutting machines.
No measuring.
No guessing.

Just open the box and start creating.

If you'd like to add either of these beautiful July Kits Collection projects to your crafting space, I'd love to help you get yours.

At this time there are over 30 kits available for purchase which vary from greeting cards, to gift tags, to home decor items and more. WOW! That's a LOT.

These Kits provide an opportunity to create with a limited amount of supplies; perfect for creating on the go or when you just are focused on the joy of finished projects.

These are also the kits that we use at my Girls Night Out (GNO) Events held twice a month at the Hyatt Place in Verona, WI. Come Join Us.



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Friday, July 10, 2026

3 Elegant Scrapbook Layouts Featuring Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper



There are some paper collections that immediately spark creativity, and the Beautiful Gallery 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper from Stampin' Up! is definitely one of them. Inspired by the timeless beauty of an old-world art gallery, this collection features dramatic landscapes, delicate floral sketches, rich textures, and sophisticated color combinations that feel both artistic and elegant.

For this week's I Made This Myself Monday, I created three double-page scrapbook layouts using the Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper, paired with the coordinating Gallery Blooms Photopolymer Stamp Set and Basic Beige Classic Ribbon.


One of my favorite things about this collection is its versatility. The floral imagery works beautifully for family photos, garden memories, celebrations, and everyday moments, while the landscape-inspired designs add depth and visual interest without overwhelming your photographs.

The Gallery Blooms Stamp Set complements the paper perfectly. The hand-drawn floral images add texture and artistic detail, making it easy to build custom embellishments and layered focal points. Meanwhile, the Basic Beige Classic Ribbon brings everything together with a soft, neutral finish that enhances the sophisticated feel of each layout.

Throughout these three layouts, I focused on highlighting the artwork already found within the Designer Series Paper while creating plenty of space for photos and journaling. The result is a collection of pages that feel cohesive, elegant, and timeless.

Whether you're documenting family memories, vacations, special celebrations, or everyday moments, the Beautiful Gallery collection provides endless opportunities to create scrapbook layouts that truly feel like works of art.

Watch the Fun Video . . . 

Want to see the process in action?

Check out my YouTube video for a walkthrough of this project.




* The products used in this project were available for purchase while filming the video and/or writing this post. If something does not show in the list, it is no longer available.


CLICK HERE for the FULL Workshop.
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πŸ‚πŸ–Ό️ Moments in Time πŸ–Ό️πŸ‚

Some memories deserve more than just a spot in a photo album . . . they deserve to be showcased like a work of art. ✨

For the first layout in this week's I Made This Myself Monday, I combined the stunning Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper with soft vintage tones, layered florals, and elegant details to create a layout that feels like stepping into a timeless art gallery. 🎨🌿

I absolutely love the oversized "Moments in Time" title that becomes the focal point of the page while still leaving plenty of room to tell your story through photos and journaling. The beautiful floral clusters and rich color palette add just the right amount of sophistication without overwhelming your memories.

Whether you're documenting family moments, heritage photos, vacations, or everyday memories, this layout reminds us that the little moments often become the ones we treasure most. πŸ’›





πŸ–€πŸŒΏ Legacy of Love πŸŒΏπŸ–€

Some stories are too important to be forgotten. Some memories become gifts that are passed from one generation to the next. πŸ’•

For this elegant double-page scrapbook layout, I wanted to create a design that felt timeless, sophisticated, and worthy of preserving life's most treasured memories. The striking floral imagery from the Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper paired beautifully with soft layered florals, delicate die cuts, and dramatic contrasts to create a layout that truly celebrates a Legacy of Love. ✨

I can easily picture this layout holding heritage photos, wedding memories, anniversary celebrations, family portraits, or those special moments that remind us where we came from and who helped shape our lives. πŸ“Έ

The monochromatic floral palette gives this layout a classic gallery-inspired feel, while the layered embellishments add texture and depth without distracting from the photographs you'll add later.






🧳🌍 Bucket List Moments 🌍🧳

Some adventures start with a dream, a destination, and a list of places you've always wanted to see. ✨

This third double-page layout from my I Made This Myself Monday series was inspired by those unforgettable experiences that deserve a place at the very top of your memory album. Featuring the beautiful artistic details from the Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper, this layout combines vintage map imagery, scenic artwork, elegant textures, and timeless neutral tones to create the perfect backdrop for documenting your travels and adventures. πŸ—Ί️πŸ“Έ

I love how the oversized "Bucket List Moments" title immediately tells the story while the multiple photo spaces provide plenty of room to showcase everything from dream vacations and road trips to once-in-a-lifetime experiences and everyday adventures. 🌿

The subtle map patterns, layered ribbon detail, and sophisticated embossed accents give this layout a classic travel journal feel that works beautifully for both recent trips and memories you've been meaning to scrapbook for years.


Thank you so much for stopping by and exploring these Beautiful Gallery scrapbook layouts with me. I hope these projects inspire you to look at your Designer Series Paper in new ways and to let the artwork itself become part of your storytelling. Sometimes the most beautiful layouts come from allowing gorgeous papers, thoughtful embellishments, and treasured photographs to work together naturally. The Beautiful Gallery collection makes that easy with its rich artistic details, elegant color palette, and timeless designs. As you continue creating and preserving your memories, remember that every scrapbook page tells a story worth sharing and every photo deserves a beautiful place to be remembered. I can't wait to share more scrapbook inspiration with you in next week's edition of I Made This Myself Monday.

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Hot Foiling Made Simple with Stampin' Up! | Your Complete Beginner's Guide

Have you ever looked at a handmade card or scrapbook layout with gorgeous metallic shine and wondered, "How did they do that?"

The answer might just be the brand-new Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System.

Whether you're a card maker, scrapbooker, or paper crafter who loves creating beautiful handmade projects, the Hot Foil System is an exciting new tool that lets you add elegant metallic accents with ease.

If you're wondering whether hot foiling is right for you, you're in the right place.



What Is the Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System?

The Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System is designed to create stunning metallic designs using heat, pressure, and specialty foil.

Think of it as adding the perfect finishing touch to the projects you're already creating. Beautiful sentiments, delicate florals, elegant backgrounds, butterflies, borders, and more can all be transformed with brilliant foil that catches the light and makes your handmade creations truly stand out.

The best part?

You don't have to learn an entirely new crafting hobby.

You simply add one extra step to the cards, scrapbook layouts, gift tags, mini albums, and paper crafting projects you already love making.


Is Hot Foiling Right for You?

Hot foiling may be the perfect addition to your craft room if you:

  • Love making handmade cards
  • Enjoy scrapbooking and memory keeping
  • Want to add elegant metallic details to your projects
  • Already own (or have been considering) the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
  • Enjoy trying new crafting techniques
  • Appreciate quality tools you'll use for years

If you're brand new to stamping and paper crafting, I always recommend becoming comfortable with the basics first. Once you've discovered how much fun stamping can be, hot foiling is a wonderful next step that adds even more creativity to your projects.


What Makes the Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System Different?

One of my favorite things about this system is how naturally it fits into the products we already know and love.

The Hot Foil System is designed to work with the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, so if you already own one, you're well on your way.

Instead of replacing your stamps, dies, embossing folders, or Designer Series Paper, the Hot Foil System enhances them.

Imagine adding:

  • Gold foil greetings
  • Silver floral images
  • Copper backgrounds
  • Elegant borders
  • Metallic accents on scrapbook layouts
  • Foiled titles for memory keeping
  • Shimmering embellishments for special occasions

It's the same style of crafting you already enjoy . . . with a little extra sparkle.


What's Included?

The Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System comes with everything you need to begin foiling.

From there, you'll choose the foil plates, coordinating dies, and foil colors that best fit your creative style.

The first collection includes beautiful:

  • Floral designs
  • Sentiments
  • Backgrounds
  • Butterflies
  • Coordinating dies
  • Gorgeous metallic foils

And this is only the beginning. Stampin' Up! has already shared that many more hot foil products and coordinating collections are planned for future releases.

Bonus . . . When you purchase the Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Stampin’ Up! also includes a FREE online craft class filled with techniques, project ideas, and creative inspiration to help you get the most from your new machine.

Coming July 10!!

Do I Need the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine?

YES.

The Hot Foil System is designed to be used with the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine.

If you already own one, you're ready to start foiling.

If not, I highly recommend adding it to your craft room. It isn't just for hot foiling . . . you'll also use it with dies and embossing folders for countless future projects.

It's truly one of the hardest-working tools in my craft room.



New to hot foiling? Start here.

This short introductory video from Stampin’ Up! gives you a great overview of how the Hot Foil System works and what you’ll need to get started. It’s the perfect first step before creating your first project.



Why I'm Excited

I'll be honest . . .

My Hot Foil System arrived while I was in Colorado with Morgan for softball, so I haven't had the opportunity to dive in just yet.

That means we'll be learning together.

Over the coming weeks and months, I'll be sharing my first projects, favorite tips, beginner-friendly tutorials, product reviews, scrapbook layouts, handmade cards, and plenty of inspiration as I explore everything this amazing new tool can do.

I can't wait to take you along for the journey.


Ready to see everything?
Browse the complete Hot Foiling Product Brochure to explore the full collection and find the products that inspire you.



Ready to Add a Little Shine?

The Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System officially launches July 10, and I couldn't be more excited to share this new crafting adventure with you.

Whether you're creating elegant handmade cards, preserving precious memories in scrapbook layouts, or making one-of-a-kind gifts, hot foiling is a beautiful way to add professional-looking metallic accents that will truly make your projects shine.

I'm so glad you're here, and I hope you'll join me as we discover all the creative possibilities together.

Happy crafting!

– Keeley

Explore More Hot Foiling Resources

As I continue creating with the Stampin' Up! Hot Foil System, I'll keep adding new tutorials, videos, project inspiration, product recommendations, and helpful tips.

πŸ“Œ Bookmark this page so you can easily find the latest Hot Foiling ideas whenever you need a little creative inspiration.

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Begonia Belle Stamp Set | July 2026 Stampin' Up! Product of the Month

If you're anything like me, you can never have too many beautiful floral stamp sets . . . and the Begonia Belle Stamp Set may be one of my favorites yet.

The July 2026 Product of the Month features this elegant floral set that's perfect for creating handmade cards, scrapbook pages, gift tags, memory keeping projects, and so much more.

Create Beautiful Layered Flowers

The Begonia Belle Stamp Set is a Two-Step Stampin' set, meaning you layer multiple stamped images together to create flowers with amazing texture, depth, and dimension.

Use the flower images individually for a soft artistic look, or combine them to create stunning realistic blooms. Add leafy accents, the sweet flower bud, and the coordinating background texture to build endless floral designs. 

Whether you're creating:

  • Thank You Cards
  • Birthday Cards
  • Thinking of You Cards
  • Scrapbook Layouts
  • Gift Tags
  • Paper Craft Projects

. . . this stamp set is incredibly versatile.

Heartfelt Sentiments Included

The set also includes thoughtful greetings such as:

🌸 Best Wishes

☀️ You Are My Sunshine

πŸ’– Thank You For Everything You Do

😊 Sending Lots of Happiness Your Way

They're perfect for celebrating life's special moments and letting someone know you're thinking about them.

Why You'll Love Photopolymer Stamps

The Begonia Belle Stamp Set is made with Stampin' Up!'s high-quality photopolymer stamps, making it easy to:

  • See exactly where you're stamping
  • Align Two-Step images with confidence
  • Achieve crisp impressions
Store your stamps in a slim envelope that saves crafting space


Exclusive July Product of the Month

One of the most exciting things about this release is that it's available exclusively as the July Product of the Month.

Here's how it works:

✨ Add it to your order for just $5 when your merchandise total reaches $75 (after discounts and rewards).

Please remember:

  • Available during July 2026 only
  • While supplies last
  • Limited to one per customer
  • Once it's gone, it's gone.

If you enjoy floral stamping, layered images, and creating heartfelt handmade projects, I think you'll absolutely love the Begonia Belle Stamp Set.

Don't wait too long . . . exclusive Product of the Month releases have a habit of disappearing quickly.

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Thursday, July 2, 2026

Everything You Need to Know About Stampin' Up! Online Exclusives and the New Product Lists


JULY ONLINE EXCLUSIVES ARE HERE.

One of the questions I hear most often from customers is:

"Where did you find that product? I don't see it in the catalog!"

The answer is often simple . . . it's an Online Exclusive. πŸŽ‰

Stampin' Up! Online Exclusives have completely changed the way we discover new products. Instead of waiting for the next catalog release, Stampin' Up! can introduce exciting new stamps, dies, Designer Series Papers, scrapbooking products, kits, embellishments, and more throughout the year.

One of the biggest differences between Online Exclusives and catalog products is that there is no fixed end date. Some products may be reordered when inventory gets low, while others may only be available while supplies last. This flexibility allows Stampin' Up! to bring us even more fresh and exciting products throughout the year.


To make shopping easier, Stampin' Up! has introduced Online Exclusive Product Lists. These downloadable lists include:

πŸ“‹ Item Numbers
πŸ“‹ Product Names
πŸ“‹ Prices
πŸ“‹ Product Images
πŸ“‹ Coordinating Products Organized Together

To View the July Online Exclusives click the graphic above.

These lists make it much easier to browse all the products released during a particular Online Exclusive launch and quickly identify coordinating items for your next project.

It's important to note that these product lists are not updated when items go out of stock. They serve as a reference guide, while the online store remains the best place to check current availability.

Another helpful feature on the Stampin' Up! website is the ability to filter by suite. This allows you to see coordinating products grouped together and makes planning projects much easier.

The traditional Online Exclusive flyers aren't going anywhere either. Those flyers remain an excellent marketing resource for highlighting newly released products and inspiring your wish list.

Because some Online Exclusive products are only available while supplies last, I always encourage customers to purchase their "must-have" items sooner rather than later. If a product is at the top of your wish list, waiting may mean missing out entirely.

The Online Exclusive program continues to grow and evolve, giving us access to more creative possibilities than ever before. Whether you're a card maker, scrapbooker, memory keeper, or paper crafting enthusiast, there is always something new to discover.


Wanting to here what I have to say about it? Check out my YouTube Video.



One of the things I love most about being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator is helping crafters discover products they may not have found on their own. Online Exclusives are filled with hidden gems, incredible coordinating collections, and fresh creative inspiration that often never make it into a catalog. By checking the Online Exclusives section regularly and reviewing the new product lists, you'll always be among the first to see the latest stamps, dies, papers, embellishments, scrapbooking products, and kits. Whether you're looking for your next favorite crafting tool or simply want to stay up-to-date on the newest releases, Online Exclusives are a wonderful place to explore. Be sure to bookmark the section, keep your wish list handy, and remember . . . when you find a product you absolutely love, don't wait too long because some of these treasures may only be available while supplies last. Happy crafting, and I can't wait to see what inspires your next creative project. πŸ’•

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