Hey Y’all! With all the busyness of life, it’s nice to take a break and create something beautiful. That’s one of the reasons I love paper crafting—it gives us a chance to slow down, be creative, and make something that brings a smile to someone else. I hope you’ll find a little inspiration in this week’s updates!

Save 15% on Designer Series Paper & Cardstock—Starting August 4, it’s time to stock up! Whether you’re making cards, scrapbook layouts, gift packaging, or home décor, beautiful paper is the foundation of every project. If you’ve had your eye on a favorite paper collection or need to replenish your cardstock stash, now’s the perfect time to save. The sale runs through August 31, while supplies last.

Demonstrator Preorder Continues—The September–December 2026 Catalog and September Online Exclusives preorder is still underway for demonstrators. If you’ve been thinking about joining Stampin’ Up!, now is a wonderful time to jump in and enjoy early access to all the holiday products before customer ordering begins on September 1.

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September–December Catalogs Are On Their Way!—If you’ve placed an order with Christie Crafts during the past six months and opted in to receive mailings, your new catalog should be arriving soon! If you don’t receive yours over the next couple of weeks and would like a copy, just let me know—I’ll be happy to pop one in the mail for you.

Paper Pumpkin Promotion Ends Soon—There’s still time to save! Through August 10, new Paper Pumpkin subscribers can receive 25% off their first pay-as-you-go kit. It’s an easy and fun way to enjoy a creative surprise delivered right to your doorstep each month.

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This Week’s Featured Project—Before you go, be sure to check out my latest creative project featuring the adorable Woodland Wishes Stamp Set! You’ll find festive Christmas card ideas, including my very first triangle-shaped card, plus a FREE downloadable Triangle Treat Box Tutorial that’s perfect for holiday gift-giving.

A festive greeting card featuring a stacked arrangement of cheerful woodland animals including a fox, deer, bear, squirrel, and bird, surrounded by holiday decorations and the text 'HOLIDAY GREETINGS'. The card has a decorative border with holly leaves.

A festive holiday card featuring a whimsical illustration of woodland animals, including a deer, fox, bear, squirrel, and rabbit, with a decorative star and ornaments, and the text 'HOLIDAY GREETINGS' at the bottom.

A hand-drawn illustration features a stack of animals including a fox, reindeer, bear, and smaller creatures, topped with a decorated Christmas tree. The text 'HOLIDAY GREETINGS' is displayed at the bottom. The design is set against a textured background with subtle white snowflakes.

Thank you so much for spending a little time with me this week. I truly appreciate your support and love having you as part of the Christie Crafts community. Until next time, I hope you find a little time to create something beautiful. Happy Crafting!

Radiance Awaits—New Hot Foil Dies Coming Soon

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Get ready to add some sparkle to your holiday crafting! Beginning August 4, demonstrators can preorder the exciting new Radiance Awaits Stampin’ Hot Foil Collection, featuring beautiful coordinating dies, stamps, decorative masks, and innovative new products like Smooth Foiling Specialty Paper and the Reverse Hot Foil Die for even more creative possibilities. Customer ordering begins September 1.

Plus, everyone who purchases the Stampin’ Hot Foil System before January 4, 2027, will receive the FREE Metallic Magic Craft Class, packed with techniques and inspiration to help you make the most of your new system.

I can’t wait to start creating with these gorgeous new products and share even more ideas with you!

August Product of the Month Coming

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Glow of Harvest Specialty Designer Series Paper

A new Product of the Month arrives August 4, and it’s gorgeous! This month’s exclusive features the stunning Glow of Harvest Specialty Designer Series Paper, filled with beautiful fall-inspired patterns and a pearlized shimmer that’s perfect for cards, scrapbook pages, and all your seasonal projects.

You can add it to your order for just $5 with a qualifying $75 purchase. I have a feeling this one is going to sell out fast, so if it’s on your wish list, don’t wait too long—once these exclusive Product of the Month items are gone, they’re gone for good!

Fern & Flora Online Class—Free with Any Purchase During July

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Nature never goes out of style, and neither will the beautiful Fern & Flora Collection! Filled with lush ferns, delicate florals, butterflies, and rich botanical details, these projects are perfect for creating elegant cards you’ll be proud to send. As my thank-you for shopping with me, you’ll receive the July Fern & Flora Online Class PDF FREE with any purchase from my ONLINE STORE during July. Inside you’ll find detailed step-by-step tutorials, full-color photos, measurements, and plenty of creative inspiration to help you confidently recreate each project or use the ideas as a starting point for your own unique designs. I think you’re going to love crafting with this gorgeous collection!

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Calendar Updates

August 4th: Kit Day and New Product of the Month
August 4th: Demonstrator Launch Radiance Awaits Stampin’ Hot Foil Collection
August 8th: Creativity Now Demonstrator Event
August 10th: Last Day to subscribe for the Kindred Greetings Paper Pumpkin
September 1st: Customer Launch September-December 2026 Catalog
September 1st: Kit Day and New Product of the Month
September 1st: Customer Launch Radiance Awaits Stampin’ Hot Foil Collection
September 1st: 2026 Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat – October Card Retreat Kit Launch
September 22nd: Demonstrator Launch November Online Exclusives
October 6th: Kit Day and New Product of the Month
November 3rd: Customer Launch November Online Exclusives
November 3rd: Kit Day and New Product of the Month

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Joining Stampin’ Up! is now simpler than ever and includes a surprise Welcome Box filled with exclusive goodies for first-time demonstrators. Plus, new demonstrators will receive a $125 shopping credit, eight free catalogs, and all the amazing perks that come with being part of the Stampin’ Up! community.

Flat lay of holiday-themed crafting materials including wrapped gifts, decorative ribbons, and various hot foil rolls in gold, green, and copper, with a text overlay that reads 'Radiance Awaits' and a call to discover the latest in Stampin' Up!'s Hot Foil Line.

Add some shimmer to every project with the Stampin’ Hot Foil System. With this system and the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (sold separately), you can add dazzling details to all your projects and create stunning crafts using specially-made foil and hot foil dies. Plus, everyone who purchases the Hot Foil System between now and January 4, 2027, will get access to the Metallic Magic Craft Class!

From now through August 10, new Paper Pumpkin subscribers can enjoy 25% OFF their first monthly kit when they sign up for a pay-as-you-go subscription. It’s one of the best offers of the year and a wonderful way to experience the fun of having creativity delivered right to your mailbox each month.

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Christie Cares—a simple way to spread a little joy through happy mail. If you’d love to receive a handcrafted card from me every once in a while, just sign up for FREE! It’s my small way of adding a little kindness to the world.