Hey y’all! Fall is in the air here in Middle Tennessee, and I’m loving the cooler weather, pumpkin patches, and craft festivals! I’m especially excited to visit an annual craft fair with my girlfriends this weekend. A little friend time, maybe some sweater weather, and lots of inspiration from talented local artisans—sounds like a perfect fall outing to me!

Meanwhile, there’s plenty of creative inspiration to share this week, so let’s get to it!

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Have you checked out the Stampin’ Up! Special Join Offer? Through October 31, you can get $175 in shopping power for just $99! That’s $125 in products of your choice PLUS $50 in Stampin’ Rewards (valid for three months after joining), along with an exclusive card kit, branded goodies, and catalogs! You’ll also enjoy a 15–20% product discount, early access to new products, and crafting events and training. And there’s no obligation to sell! Join just for the perks or build a business—it’s your choice! Plus, join my Christie Crafts team during this offer and receive a special welcome gift personally from me! Have questions? I’d love to help you decide if joining is right for you! Leave a comment below or email me at christie.king@gmail.com.

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The Stampin’ Up! 2026 Gift Guide is here with great gift ideas for the paper crafters on your Christmas list—and maybe a little something for yourself! Available October 13–December 15, while supplies last.

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Love a little shine? Stampin’ Up! is expanding its Stampin’ Hot Foil Line with new coordinating dies, stamps, and decorative masks! Demonstrators can preorder beginning October 21, with the customer release date still to be confirmed. And don’t forget, purchase the Stampin’ Hot Foil System by January 4, 2027, and receive the Metallic Magic Craft Class, filled with creative tips and techniques!

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Add a handmade touch to your Christmas packages with the Tags of Joy Paper Pumpkin Kit! This all-inclusive kit makes 12 festive gift tags featuring beautiful gold foil accents. Subscribe October 11–November 10! And don’t forget the Layered Tags Dies Add-On, which coordinates with all three fall Paper Pumpkin kits. Available while supplies last!

Various metal cookie cutters in shapes of Christmas trees, a star, a tag, and cloud-like forms.

Speaking of Paper Pumpkin, I’ve been having such fun with the Aspens of Gratitude Kit! I shared the original kit cards, alternative designs, and even a couple of scrapbook pages in this week’s creative post at Christie Crafts.com. Check out all the projects and find inspiration for getting even more from your Paper Pumpkin kits.

A handmade greeting card featuring a circular design with colorful autumn leaves and birch trees. The card includes the phrase 'beyond grateful' and is decorated with gold embellishments. The background is textured with leaf patterns, set against a soft green wall, with autumn-themed decor visible.

A greeting card featuring an autumn landscape with vibrant orange and yellow trees, birch trunks, and a soft blue sky. The card has a rustic frame and a tag that says 'beyond grateful.'

A decorative birthday card featuring watercolor-style trees, autumn leaves, and the text 'Happy Birthday' with a rustic background.

That’s it from my craft table this week! I hope you get a chance to enjoy some beautiful fall weather and a little creative time of your own. I’m looking forward to my weekend with the girls and whatever inspiration I bring home! Thanks so much for stopping by Christie Crafts this week! As always, if you have questions about any of the products or projects I’ve shared, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always happy to help!

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Noel Tidings Online Class—Free with Any Purchase During October

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Celebrate the Christmas season with this month’s Noel Tidings Bundle Online Class! These five festive projects feature charming holiday houses, winter greenery, classic Christmas details, and a beautiful mix of traditional and unexpected colors. As thanks for shopping with me, you’ll receive the Noel Tidings Online Class PDF FREE with any purchase from my ONLINE STORE during October. The PDF includes step-by-step instructions, full-color photos, measurements, and plenty of creative inspiration to help you get a head start on your Christmas crafting. Grab your favorite holiday supplies and let’s make something merry!

Calendar Updates

October 21st: Demonstrator Preorder Dare to Dazzle Stampin’ Hot Foil Brochure
November 3rd: Customer Launch November Online Exclusives
November 3rd: Kit Day and New Product of the Month
November 10th: Last day to subscribe for the Tags of Joy Paper Pumpkin
November 11th: Digital January – April 2027 Catalog available to Demonstrators
November 17th: Demonstrator Launch January – April 2027 Catalog
December 1st: Kit Day and New Product of the Month

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October’s Product of the Month, the Shining Stars Dies (168600), features 23 star-shaped dies in a variety of sizes, perfect for cards, scrapbook pages, tags, and more! Available only while supplies last, so don’t wait to grab yours!

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Stampin’ Up! has two brand-new kits to spark your creativity! From the festive cards and tags in the Festive Plaid Pop-Outs Kit to the adorable pet-themed designs in the Christmas Companions Kit, there’s something fun for everyone. Both kits include everything you need to get crafting!

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Make the countdown to Christmas even more creative with the limited-edition 12 Days of Creativity Advent Calendar (168589)! Behind those 12 doors are 12 never-before-seen, all-occasion crafting products, including dies, patterned paper, embellishments, tools, and more—plus a 15-piece stamp set, all exclusive to the calendar and won’t be found in the catalogs or Online Store. This one is limited edition and available only while supplies last.

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Stampin’ Up! has added more products and discounts to the Last Chance Products category, so it’s worth another look. Remember, these products are available only while supplies last.

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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.