Kim Plays with Paper

10/27/2026

Our first grandson was born a little more than three weeks ago. This past week we traveled to Minnesota to meet and spend time with him. Before we left, I wanted to create a little photo book that included pictures of his first two weeks. I thought it would be fun for his parents to remember those first moments. Now that I gave the first book away, I have to make one for my hubby and me. In this video, I give step-by-step instructions for creating a fun photo memory book.

I'm so excited to announce I'm a first-time grandma! Our grandson w...

10/22/2026

Another Flash Sale favorite: Stampin' Up!'s Spotlight on Nature Dies (the circles on the featured). Get this die set at a 15 percent discount through Friday, October 23. Comment below for a link to the online store.

10/21/2026

Flash Sale: Select Stampin’ Up! dies 15 percent off — including these Party Banners Dies! Through Friday, October 23. Comment below if you want a link to the online sale page!

10/20/2026

Learn how to use the decorative masks that are included in Stampin' Up!'s Lustrous Leaves Hot Foil Bundle. In this video, from my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I give step-by-step instructions for this technique and create a card.

Learn how to use the decorative masks that are included in Stampin'...

10/17/2026

So many possibilities with Stampin’ Up!’s Product of the Month: Shining Stars Dies. Purchase them for just $5 when you spend $75 (before tax, shipping and any redeemed rewards). While supplies last. Here are some of my card samples.

10/13/2026

I'm so excited about Stampin' Up!'s October Product of the Month: the Shining Stars Dies. It's a robust set of dies containing 23 different stars. Remember, you can purchase the Product of the Month for just $5 when your online purchase totals $75 or more before tax, shipping and any redeemed rewards. In today's video, from my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I share a bunch of samples using these dies and show you how to create one of them.

10/12/2026

First time grandma here! Our son and his wife had a baby boy last week! What advice do you have for me?

(Card design inspired by Stacey Cogswell and uses Stampin’ Up!’s Stitched Stockings Dies and Little Milestones stamp set.)

10/11/2026

There’s still time to make and send Halloween cards! Here are a few samples to help inspire you!

10/09/2026

I’m ready for fall here in my craft room! I’ve created these three beautiful cards using products from Stampin’ Up!’s Hot Foil system. In October, make an online purchase of $50 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards) and I’ll send you the ingredients to create one each of the three projects pictured above.

Make a $75 purchase (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), and you’ll receive the card kit and a full package of the Gold Adhesive-Backed Dots. (In addition, when you make a $75 purchase, you earn the opportunity to purchase Stampin’ Up!’s Product of the Month--the Shining Stars Dies--for just $5 offered by Stampin’ Up!)

Kits include envelopes, all cut card stock and die cut pieces, and linen thread. To complete the card kits as shown, you’ll just need your own adhesives.

10/08/2026

Carol Miller and I hosted our third Cards for Soldiers event! We so appreciate everyone who came to create cards and write special messages to our service members! Each year, we surpass our goal!