CASE-ing Tuesday #536 with the Branching Out Bundle 🌿

 Hi everyone!

I’m excited to share my latest projects for the CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch Challenge #536! If you’re not familiar, CASE-ing Tuesday is a fun Facebook challenge group that chooses a Stampin’ Up!® sample sketch every two weeks—complete with measurements—to inspire your creativity.

This week, I used the beautiful Branching Out Bundle to create two nature-inspired cards, both with slightly different takes on the sketch (I even flipped the design for my second one!).

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🍃 Card One – Nests of Winter & Birch Texture

For my first card, I started with a background layer from the Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper Pack, which I embossed using the Birch Embossing Folder for a subtle woodland texture.

The little bird was carefully cut from one of the DSP sheets—it adds such a sweet, natural touch!

I stamped the branch in Early Espresso, the fir tufts in Shaded Spruce, and added pinecones die-cut from Pecan Pie cardstock. The berries are in Real Red, and the pine tufts are Shaded Spruce for that rich, wintery depth.

This card feels cozy and festive—perfect for the upcoming holiday season!

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🌲 Card Two – Peaceful Greenery with a Twist

For my second card, I decided to invert the sketch for a fresh look. The background layer is embossed with the Peaceful Greenery Embossing Folder on Mossy Meadow cardstock, which gives such gorgeous texture and tone-on-tone elegance.

I used Mossy Meadow and Pecan Pie to stamp the images directly on the Basic Beige die-cut from the Branching Out Dies—a perfect neutral for highlighting stamped details.

The sentiment banner features two brand-new Online Exclusive products available starting November 4th:

• 🏷️ Banner Sayings Stamp Set

• 🎉 Three Banner Punch

Both are absolute must-haves! I can already tell these will become regulars in my craft lineup—you’ll be seeing them again soon.

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💌 Join the Fun!

If you haven’t joined the CASE-ing Tuesday Facebook group, I highly recommend it! The sketches are inspiring, the community is welcoming, and it’s a great way to stretch your creative muscles.

Thanks for stopping by today! I’d love to know—which card do you like best, the embossed Winterly Bird or the peaceful greenery version? Drop a comment below and let me know!

Until next time, happy stamping!
💚
Jean Addis

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Sweet & Simple CASE-ing Tuesday #532 with Paper Pumpkin

This week I joined in the fun over at the CASE-ing Tuesday Facebook group, using their Sketch #532 as inspiration. One of the things I love about this challenge group is that they always include measurements with their sketches—it makes creating so much easier!

For my take on the sketch, I pulled out my September Fall For Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. The six 1 1/2" squares came from one of the linen card bases that I had already cut into for another project. I stamped with four images from this kit, and added in two more from a past Paper Pumpkin kit. The Cajun Craze Ink included this month was perfect for the fall theme.

The card base, envelope, and sentiment are also from the kit. To finish it off, I added a little Linen Thread and three gold embellishments for just the right touch.

This card really reflects my Sweet & Simple signature style, and once again shows how versatile the Paper Pumpkin kits are for creating fun alternative projects.

 

CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch #523 – A Fall-Inspired Hello Card

 🍂 CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch #523 – A Fall-Inspired Hello Card 🍂

Hi friends!

Today I’m sharing a card I made for CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch #523 over on Facebook. If you haven’t checked out the group yet, it’s a wonderful way to spark your creativity — they post a new sketch every other week along with suggested measurements and the Stampin’ Up! catalog page it was inspired by. So helpful!

Here’s my take on this week’s sketch:

🧡 Card Details:

• Card Base: Cajun Craze cardstock – a warm, earthy color that always makes me think of fall.

• Designer Series Paper: I followed the sketch measurements and cut a 3 1/2" x 5" piece of Timeless Plaid DSP for the background. The mix of textures and tones adds a classic seasonal touch.

• Frame: I die cut a Cajun Craze frame using the Gallery Blooms Dies. The detail in this die set is so pretty and really anchors the layout.

• Florals: The charming floral elements come from the Impressions Abloom stamp set. I love how these images add a soft contrast to the bold frame.

• Sentiment: I stamped “Hello” from the Simply Said stamp set directly onto a cut strip — clean and simple, just like the sketch called for.

• Embellishments: To finish it off, I added three gold Low Profile Dots for just a touch of shine and elegance.

🌻 Why I Love This Card:
This card reminds me that fall is on its way — and not a moment too soon! It’s been so hot here in North Carolina lately, and I’ve been more than happy to stay indoors and spend time at my craft table. There’s nothing like a cozy creative session to help you forget the heat outside!

💡 Join the Fun:
If you’re ever stuck for ideas or just want a fun challenge, give CASE-ing Tuesday a try! It’s a great way to stretch your creativity, use what you have, and get inspiration from others. Plus, it’s always fun to see how everyone interprets the same sketch differently!

Thanks for stopping by! Let me know if you’ve tried this week’s sketch — I’d love to see your take. 🍁

Happy Stamping!
– Jean

A “Pear-fect” Card with the Painterly Pears Suite – CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch #514

A “Pear-fect” Card with the Painterly Pears Suite – CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch #514

If you love crafting quick, beautiful cards that pack a punch, today’s card featuring the Painterly Pears Suite is just what you need. This charming suite is part of the newly released Online Exclusives from Stampin’ Up! and is absolutely bursting with soft, painterly beauty.

Painterly Pears Suite Notecard Idea

For this project, I used one of the handy Basic White Notecards & Envelopes (Item #159232). These notecards measure 3 1/2" x 5" and come in a 20-pack for just $10—perfect for sending a sweet pick-me-up to someone special.

CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch Inspiration

This design was inspired by CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch #514. I love using this Facebook group because they include actual measurements with each sketch, making it easy to recreate and adapt to your favorite Stampin’ Up! products.

Design Details:

• Designer Series Paper: The pears and flowers are fussy-cut directly from the Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper. They provide such a soft, organic look and make a stunning focal point.

• Spotlight on Nature Dies: The pear cluster is mounted on a Basic White circle cut with one of the Spotlight on Nature Dies.

• 2 3/8" Circle Punch: I layered the die cut on a piece of Petal Pink punched with the 2 3/8" Circle Punch to add warmth and contrast.

• Perfectly Pears Dies: The sweet little “Hello” sentiment fits perfectly on the smallest die in the Perfectly Pears Die Set—such a thoughtful detail.

• Embossing: I used a small strip of Darling Duckling cardstock embossed with the Corrugated Embossing Folderto add texture and dimension.

• Finishing Touches: Three Low Profile Glimmer Gems add just the right amount of sparkle, and I finished the envelope with a matching strip of the Designer Series Paper.

Why You'll Love the Painterly Pears Suite

Whether you're a beginner or seasoned paper crafter, the Painterly Pears Suite Collection is perfect for making elegant cards that come together quickly. With coordinating dies, punch, paper, and sentiments, this suite gives you everything you need to create "pear-fect" projects for every occasion.

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✨ Products Used:

• Painterly Pears Suite Collection (Online Exclusive)

• Basic White Notecards & Envelopes – Item #159232

• Spotlight On Nature Dies

• 2 3/8" Circle Punch

• Perfectly Pears Dies

• Low Profile Glimmer Gems

• Corrugated Embossing Folder

• Darling Duckling Cardstock

• Petal Pink Cardstock

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Ready to start creating with the Painterly Pears Suite? Head over to my Online Store to shop these exclusive products and bring a little handmade joy into your day. Don’t forget to check out the CASE-ing Tuesday group for weekly card sketches and measurements!

Let me know what you think in the comments. Until next time—stay crafty, friends!

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Floral Delight with CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch #512

Hey there, crafty friends!

I had so much fun working with Sketch #512 from the Facebook group, CASE-ing Tuesday this week! If you're not familiar, CASE-ing Tuesday is a fantastic challenge where we use sketches based on samples from the Stampin’ Up! catalogs—complete with measurements. It’s such a great way to get inspired and jumpstart your creativity!

For my card this week, I featured a stunning gold embossed rose from the new Along These Lines stamp set. Isn't it lovely? The detail really pops against the soft yellow tones I chose, which is a bit of a surprise for me—I don’t usually gravitate toward yellow, but the Floral Delight 12" x 12" paper pack completely won me over. I used just a small scrap for this card, but the print is so pretty it makes a big impact!

Here’s the breakdown:

• Card base: Lemon Lolly

• Accent layer: Daffodil Delight

• DSP: Small scrap from Floral Delight

• Sentiment: From the Saying Something Ephemera Pack

• Stamp: Along These Lines – gold embossed rose

• Extra touch: I added an additional cardstock layer between the base and DSP to give the design a little more definition and dimension.

This sketch layout made it super easy to showcase a few fun elements without overwhelming the card. And I love how the warm yellows give off such a cheerful, summery vibe—maybe I'm becoming a yellow fan after all!

What about you—do you love using yellow in your crafting? Or do you tend to reach for cooler tones?

Thanks for stopping by! I’d love to see what you’re making this week—especially if you’re playing along with CASE-ing Tuesday too. 💛

 

In Color 2025 - 2027 Sneak Peek

Today's card features the Sketched Butterflies stamp set along with four of the new, upcoming In Colors. The card base and small background splatters are Strawberry Slush. The butterflies are Timid Tiger with the wings  colored in with a Blender Pen using Darling Duckling. The embellishments are also Darling Duckling. The sentiment is Secret Sea. This card uses CASING-ing Tuesday Sketch #504. You can follow them on Facebook.

The Sketched Butterflies are on the Last Chance List so they will be retiring. Supplies are only available while they last. The new In Colors go live May 6, 2025. 

There is a quality issue with the Cloud Cover Ink Pad, so it will not be available for a while. The card stock, Stampin' Blends, Ribbon, etc. will be available May 6th. 

Thank you for stopping by!

 

Meandering Meadow Meets CASE-ing Tuesday For Craft Roulette Episode 213

I made this card following the parameters set from Craft Roulette, Episode #213 featuring Amanda Stevens, and her daughter, Kellys as the guests. You can see it on YouTube HERE. I used the Garden Meadow Bundle on one of the new Sunny Springs Cards. I followed CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch #456. They have a Facebook page if you would like to join in.

I also made two more cards using the Sunny Springs Cards following the sketch. The yellow card has a flower from the Fully Flowering Ephemera Pack. I used the beautiful Seaside Wishes Bundle for the green card.

 

These were the parameters:

    1. Project - Hello Card

    2. Colors - Robust 

    3. Element - Workplace

    4. Random - Mixed Media

Craft Roulette airs every Friday evening at 6:30 Central Time on You Tube. You should check it out. It's a fun way to make us step outside our crafty boxes.

 

Halloween Card For Craft Roulette Episode #182

I made this card following the parameters set from Craft Roulette, Episode #182 featuring Mari Clarke as the guest. You can see it on YouTube HERE. I used stamps, and dies from the Tricks & Treats Bundle, and a past Paper Pumpkin stamp for the sentiment. The designer paper is from Them Bones.

I followed a past CASE-ing Tuesday Sketch for the card layout, and measurements. You can find their page on Facebook.

These were the parameters:

    1. Project - Card With Circles

    2. Colors - Vegetable Garden

    3. Element - Screens

    4. Random - Fuzz

Card Measurements and Supplies:

Pumpkin Pie Base: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" scored and folded at 4 1/4" (A2 Size)

Basic Black Layer: 4 1/2" x 3 1/4"  

Designer Series Paper:  4 1/4" x 3"

Very Vanilla Inside Layer: 5 1/4" x 4"

Paper: Basic White, Basic Black, Gorgeous Grape, Vellum Card Stock (Moon), Them Bones 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper

Ink: VersaMark, Tuxedo Black Memento, Starry Sky

Stamps: Tricks & Treats

Accessories:  Tricks & Treats Dies, 2 3/8" Circle Punch, Painted Texture Embossing Folder, White Embossing Powder, Wink Of Stella, Stampin' Dimensionals

Craft Roulette airs every Friday evening at 6:30 Central Time on You Tube. You should check it out. It's a fun way to make us step outside our crafty boxes.