Bobbi's Paper Trail

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Team Cards

Hello friends,

As you may know, every month my team in Arizona and here in Missouri meet online to attend stamp camp. In May, Kathy was our host and she created 5 awesome cards for us to create together. Here's her cards:

Kathy used the beautiful new Velvet Meadow designer paper and the 2026-2028 In Color Butterflies. The sentiment is stamped in Peaceful Pine ink and is from the Words & Wishes stamp set.

This darling "cute as a bug" card uses the designer paper of the same name. The Sweet Bugs bundle (stamps and dies) and a piece of the Specialty Rickrack ribbon highlights those cute bugs so well. And that ladybug? The Ladybug Garden epoxy shapes is perfect as an embellishment.

Gears & Textures bundle is a perfect and easy way to create a masculine card. The dies are easy to cut out and the "smoosh" of Secret Sea ink is a perfect way to show added texture. The Faux Bronze pentagons finish this card off nicely.

The Friendly Foliage stamp set teamed up with a piece of the Brushed with Beauty designer paper are a perfect match for this pretty card. The background is made with the Lasting Linen stamp, and the white panel was cut out using the Textured Notes dies. Iridescent Rhinestones are a nice added touch.

Garden Poetry designer papers do most of the work on this card. I love how the contrast of the folded edge just makes the sentiment pop, and the use of the Nested Essentials dies makes a perfect focal point for the sentiment. Natural Matte dots highlight the white on the paper.

Some of the products used on Kathy's card have since retired but don't let that worry you. You can create these cards using supplies you already have on hand. I will list the products below that are still available and if you wish to purchase them just click on the product and you will be taken directly to my online store.

I am celebrating my 16th year as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator this month (I can't believe it) and I have a really great ordering bonus for you. Be sure to check out the tab above "Ordering Bonus" to see what you can get FREE with an order this month.

As always, feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I hope you have a wonderful day and happy stamping!

Product List

Words & Wishes Bundle (English)

[167897]

$56.50

Words & Wishes Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[167889]

$25.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Velvet Meadow 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[167904]

$17.00

Peaceful Pine 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[167691]

$14.00

Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin Pad

[167679]

$14.00

2026–2028 In Color™ Butterflies

[167656]

$10.00

Sweet Bugs Bundle (English)

[167002]

$46.75

Sweet Bugs Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[166995]

$20.00

Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119793]

$14.00

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133676]

$14.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$8.00

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad

[147111]

$9.00

Ladybug Garden Epoxy Shapes

[167005]

$8.00

Gears & Textures Bundle (English)

[166854]

$45.00

Secret Sea 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165624]

$14.00

Pecan Pie 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[161717]

$14.00

Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[164511]

$14.00

Faux Bronze Pentagons

[166931]

$9.50

Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad

[165285]

$11.00

Very Vanilla 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166784]

$14.00

Friendly Foliage Bundle (English)

[167308]

$38.50

Lasting Linen Photopolymer Stamp Set

[167107]

$23.00

Brushed With Beauty 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[167082]

$12.50

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad

[147050]

$9.00

Textured Notes Dies

[165555]

$31.00

Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels

[158130]

$7.50

Garden Poetry 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[167113]

$12.50

Timid Tiger 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165626]

$14.00

Nested Essentials Dies

[161597]

$34.00

Natural Matte Dots

[167510]

$8.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Cards by Friends

Every Wednesday, a group of gals I met here in Jefferson City, meet at Panera for lunch then we have a day of sharing what we've made during the week, and then craft for a few hours. It's a time that I really look forward to.

Today I'm sharing two cards that were made using a long-ago retired stamp set. It's fun to see them again and then I remember "Oh I have that set" and then I can add that to my list of things I need to bring out again and create something pretty.

These two cards were made by Marsha, and she used the Flowering Cactus stamp and die bundle. Here's a picture of what this set looks like.

When this set came out, I was living in Arizona so of course, it had to get it. The set came with the most awesome paper pack and some really cute felt embellishments. You can see some of those on Marsha's card.

Aren't these cards amazing? She's inspired me to go down to my craft room and dust off this set and make some fun cards to share with others. There's nothing like creating something pretty and sharing it with a friend. A great way to give a paper hug and a quick "pick me up".

Thanks for stopping by today. Don't forget! This is my Stampin' Up! anniversary month and I'm giving away some really nice prizes for your order this month. Check it all out on my Ordering Bonus page.

Enjoy your day!

Thursday, June 11, 2026

FREE SHIPPING TODAY !

Hello friends,

FREE SHIPPING on June 11 - 13. So, if you're planning an order to take advantage of my special June Ordering Bonus, wait until June 11 - 13. Please note! FREE SHIPPING will ONLY work if your order is $ 75 or more before tax. Here's the scoop:

Make sure you have plenty of cardstock, pretty papers, adhesives, tapes, inks, refills, last chance selections, spritzers, water brushes, blending brushes, etc.

Free shipping is for three days only. You must place your orders between June 11 and 13 to qualify.
Free shipping automatically applies to the shopper’s cart after the qualifying amount has been met, which is $75 USD
All orders must meet the qualifying amount to be eligible for free shipping. Coupon codes and Stampin’ Rewards will lower the total amount of an order, so please make sure if you use Rewards, that your cart total is at least $ 75 before tax.
Craft Classes do not have shipping charges. Purchasing a Craft Class will increase the total cart amount but will not contribute to the free shipping qualifying amount.
The additional cost for expedited shipping is NOT covered by this promotion.
Prepaid 3-, 6-, and 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions and month-to-month subscriptions do not qualify for free shipping. Refills, past kits, and add-ons do qualify toward free shipping, but you must be a subscriber to purchase. Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount + tax.

So be sure to stop back here and click on my Shop button, or you can save this link and use it to order: https://www.stampinup.com/?demoid=2065981

Be sure to check out my Ordering Bonus tab to see what I'm giving away this month. Celebrate my 16th year Stampin' Up! anniversary with me and get FREE gifts!

Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy your day. 😊

Monday, June 8, 2026

Celebrate with Me!

🎈🎉🎈🎉

June 24, 2010 - That's the day I decided to join Stampin' Up! as a "hobby" demonstrator. I joined because I was invited to a stamp camp and I fell in love with the people, the products and the coordinating colors. I am still at it, 16 years later! It's hard to believe that I had NO intentions of making it this far. But to be honest, the people that I met, they are truly life-long friends now. The Stampin' Up! events I've attended led me to even more people to meet, also friends now.

When I started stamping, I had no idea what I was doing. I just knew that I had fun learning, and trust me when I say, my card making has developed from little ink spots where they shouldn't be and slightly crooked layers on my cards, to more cohesive designs that sometimes I even surprise myself. I've gone from making one or two cards, to designing 5 different cards for up to 16 people at my stamp camps that I held in Arizona before moving to Missouri.

Art in any form is what makes me happy. I love to take walks around the lake at the park near my home, and sometimes I just sit there, letting the sun warm me, watching the geese and ducks. I find inspiration there and even as I sit on my front porch, listening to the birds, as a far away lawn mower buzzes in the distance.

Since it's my anniversary month, I am offering some really great bonuses for your order. Here's the scoop:

Place any size order and receive a free gift
Place a minimum order of $ 50 before tax & shipping, get the gift above PLUS get a complete set of 2 Stampin' Blends; I choose the color in both Light and Dark shades. These could also be retired colors.
Place a minimum order of $ 75 before tax & shipping, get the 2 gifts above PLUS I will add in a pack of 6x6 designer papers. These will be papers from retired packs that I will put together. Each pack will contain at least 40 sheets.
Place an order of at least $ 100 before tax & shipping, get the 3 gifts above PLUS I will send you $ 16 in Rewards credits to use on any future order.

Here's the fine print:

Orders must be placed at my online store starting today through June 30.
You must have an online account at Stampinup.com in order for me to send you the Rewards credit of $ 16. If you are unsure how to do that, let me know. It's easy.
Anyone can win! Even if you are a demonstrator, you can still win if you order during the month of June.
All items you win will be shipped within the first 2 weeks of July. Rewards credits will be emailed to you.

I am honored to receive any orders, and I thank you for reading my post today. I really appreciate your stopping by. I hope your day is as special as you are!

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Kits Are Kool - Painted Skies

Be still my heart! I am absolutely in LOVE with this kit. Painted Skies is right up my alley. I love anything that has to do with water (I'm a Pisces girl). Did you know that this kit coordinates with some products in our latest catalog? The Scenic Coast 6x6 designer paper is gorgeous, and the papers in this kit are very similar.

There is "no stamping" in this kit. There are little sentiment labels that you just attach with the included dimensionals. I made one birthday card because I wanted to send it to my brother. He is also a water sign, and he misses his time in Florida.

What do you think? Isn't this kit awesome? We have a lot of kits to choose from that don't require a subscription like our Paper Pumpkin. If you want to try our kits, just click on the shop button and during the month of June, you can add our Product of the Month to your qualifying order for just $ 5.

Thanks for stopping by today. I appreciate your visit!

Product List

Painted Skies Kit

[167822]

$18.00

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

[147110]

$9.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Kits Are Kool - Butterfly Garden

I know it's been a while since I posted, but life gets in the way sometimes and some things have to move to the back burner. I am back though, and today I'd like to share a really pretty kit called Butterfly Garden.

This kit makes a total of 9 cards; 3 of each design. I always make at least 3 cards the way they were designed.

And I usually make some extras using stamps I have on hand. I always need birthday cards.

We have so many great kits to choose from. Each one contains all the supplies you need to make the entire kit, plus you'll usually have left over pieces to create more from supplies you have on hand.

If the card base has a pretty design on the front and the back, you can cut those down and use your own cardstock to make double the amount in the kit! Such fun.

I'll have more kits soon. I hope you enjoy my Kits are Kool series. Until next time, enjoy your day!

Product List