So, when I was packing for Europe and the Stampin' Up! Mediterranean Cruise three weeks ago, I decided to put in something creative, but what? I certainly didn't want to pack anything heavy or bulky, yet it needed to satisfy any stamping urges I may have while away. The Big Shot was a little to big to include, the airlines frown upon anything pointy and I just couldn't fit all my stamp sets in. The solution... a Stampin' Up! Card Kit. It's compact, light-weight and projects can be completed in small spaces. Problem solved!

I have already given you a sneak peek introduction to the Affectionately Yours product suite coming in the new 2016-2017 Annual Catalogue. Here's another... this one plays on the bright florals and gorgeous copper from the suite against a neutral Crumb Cake background...

Here's a little sneak peek at some new products coming in the 2016-2017 Annual Catalogue on 1 June. It's the Affectionately Yours product suite, which has quickly become a favourite of mine. This gift bag features the floral images from the Love & Affection stamp set, the beautiful copper foil page from the Affectionately Yours Specialty DSP and some gorgeous copper embossing powder...

My nephew turns five and starts school in a couple of weeks. It's such a big deal and I wanted to make him a special card that featured the big "5". I think this card fits the bill...

The Sunburst Thinlits Die is a really versatile die to have in your craft supplies. I have used it so much since the Occasions Catalogue came out in January. I have used it as a bright feature and as part of a fun cluster of elements. Here's a wedding card that uses the Sunburst Thinlits Die in a more subtle way...

This card was for my dearest husband's birthday last month. It uses the Sunburst Thinlits Die to create a burst of colour from behind the sentiment...

Sunburst Mother's Day Card

We recently celebrated my niece's 21st birthday, so that called for something special and a little bit fancy. I used the Birthday Bouquet suite of products to create this birthday card-in-a-box...