1/29/26

Definitions of Love

Hi All! I am back today with a Valentine's Day card with products from Papertrey Ink. The products are from the December Release which is filled with products for Valentine's Day, Weddings, or just sending love! 


I went with a red, black, and white color combo. I cut a piece of True Black Cardstock for the card front and foiled with the From the Heart Hot Foil Plate and red foil. 


The hearts are die cut with the Heirloom Hearts Die. This is a set of five dies to die cut hearts in varying sizes and details. So pretty! I added twine around the card for added detail. 


The sentiment is from the This is Big Sentiments: Definitions of Love and die cut with the This is Big Sentiments: Definitions of Love Die. 

Supplies:

Stamps: This is Big Sentiments: Definitions of Love
Dies: This is Big Sentiments: Definitions of Love, Heirloom Hearts
Ink: True Black, Pure Poppy
Paper: Stamper's Select White, True Black, Pure Poppy
Other: Twine, Red Foil, From the Heart Hot Foil Plate, Open Your Heart Stencil Collection, Blender Brushes

Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!

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1/27/26

Trendy Tiles

Today I am sharing the first Taylored Expressions Cardmaking Kit for the 2026, Trendy Tiles.  This kit is filled with playful patterns and timeless designs you’ll love reaching for again and again. The kit will work for so many styles and occasions! 

Kit Includes:
Trendy Tiles 6x6 Background Stamp
Quatrefoil Cutting Plate Die
Trendy Hellos Stamp & Die Combo
The Insiders - Trendy Tiles


Available for Purchase Outside of the Kit (Add-ons):
Envelope Seals - Trendy Tiles
The Insiders - Trendy Tiles
Quatrefoil Stacklets Die Set
Foil It - Trendy Tiles
Quatrefoil Stencil


When I had my first look at the kit I immediately thought about Italian and Mexican tile work, so that is what I used for inspiration for my two cards. On my first card I wanted the feel of colorful tiles and terracotta. I started by foiling one of the Foil It - Trendy Tiles with TE Copper Foil. 


Then I stenciled with the Quatrefoil Stencil using a mix of Sweet Potato and Cinnamon Inks to give the feel of Terracotta. Next I stamped the tile with the Trendy Tiles 6x6 Background Stamp in Rock Candy, Blueberry, Peapod, and Mango Inks and die cut with the Quatrefoil Cutting Plate Die.


The sentiments are from the Trendy Hellos Stamp & Die Combo, which is part of the kit. I brushed Latte Ink on the edges of my die cut to give a more worn look.



I took my inspiration from Italian tiles on my second card. There is something about blue and white tiles I love. I stamped tiles on Sugar Cube Cardstock with Blueberry Ink and then Versamark Ink on Blueberry Cardstock and embossed with TE White Embossing Powder. Then I die cut with the Quatrefoil Cutting Plate Die. 


To create the background I die cut a piece of Sea Salt Cardstock with the Quatrefoil Cutting Plate Die and inlaid the dies back into the card front. I added the lemons with the Fresh Squeezed Die Set. 


The sentiments are also from the Trendy Hellos Stamp & Die Combo.  I added the center border strip with the More Easy Edges Die. 

  • Trendy Tiles 6x6 Background Stamp
  • Quatrefoil Cutting Plate Die
  • Trendy Hellos Stamp & Die Combo
  • The Insiders - Trendy Tiles
  • Taylored Tutorial
  • Early access to an exclusive step-by-step video tutorial
Kits go fast and most items are not available to purchase outside the kit. Plus, each cardmaking kit includes a Taylored Tutorial and exclusive video tutorial!

Pair your kit with these coordinating products to take your projects even further:
Want it all? We totally understand and have made it easy for you to get everything in one click! Get the Tiled & Styled Big Bundle that includes the kit along with each of the additional coordinating products ensuring you have one of everything.

Stop by the TE Blog for all the details and more inspiration from the team. 

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1/13/26

The Interactive Release at Taylored Expressions

Hi and thanks for stopping by today. I have some fun cards to share with you today that are created with new, innovative products from Taylored Expressions. All the new products are available now in the TE Store. 


This a long post with lots of information! Let's start with a look at the Lightbulb Moment Die Set and the Pear Blossom Press EZ-Light 2 Pack.


There are three dies that create the lightbulb and three different options for the filament die in the center of the lightbulb, along with the die that cuts the place to put the Pear Bloosom Light under. Beside the filament die I used there is a heart and a lighting bolt.

I die cut the center lightbulb from Sugar Cube cardstock, blended Banana Cream Ink over the white, a then some glitter. The outside lightbulb is die cut from Banana Cream Cardstock. I used black glittered cardstock for the screw in portion of the lightbulb. 


Once I had my lightbulb assembled I added vellum under the cut for the light and then a Pear Blossom Press EZ-Light under the vellum. Behind I lightbulb I added foam tape to make room for the EZ-Light. 

The sentiments are from the Light It Up Stamps Set and die cut with the coordinating Light It Up Dies. The stamp set also included the small stamp that stamps Press. So fun! 


I used the Here Comes the Sun Stencil with Banana Cream, Potato Chip, and Cupcake inks to create the background. 


Next let's take a look at the On the Curvy Track Die. There are four dies in the die set giving you different options for the shape of the track. I decide to create a card with Gus & Gertie swimming in the ocean with the Gus & Gertie Stamp & Die Combo - Make a Splash.


First I created the water by blending Confetti Cake, Rock Candy, Blueberry, and Blue Corn Inks. I stamped the fish with the fish stamp in the Turtle-y Awesome Stamp & Die Combo in Blue Corn Ink and splattered the background with white ink. Next I die cut the track. Be sure to keep the die cut to layer back into the card. 


I wanted to show how I added the tape. You will add a On the Track - Spinners and Sliders Discs. I used a slider disc which fits between the two sides of the die cut. You need to be sure you leave enough room for the disc to move. 


I created the sky with Salt Water Taffy Ink and the Set the Scene - Rolling Clouds Stencil Strips. I added the sun with the Circle Stacklets. I used Toffee Cardstock for the sand, ripping the top edge and blending Toffee Ink. 


The card front is die cut with the Squiggle Stacklets. 

My final project features the Pout & Polish Die Set. I went with a non-interactive card on this one. You could make the card interactive by using the On the Curvy Track Die and have the brush come out of the bottle. But I wanted to give you ides for using the dies on a standard card. There is also a sentiment set that coordinates with Pout & Polish Dies, the Glow Big Stamp Set. 


I used Confetti Cake, Fruit Punch, and Lavender Glaze Cardstock with TE Happy Medium - Iridescent Glitter for the bottles of polish. I added the border at the bottom with the More Easy Edgers Die St. I used the Arched Stacklets Dies and Petite Scallop Arched Stacklets Dies to create the background to add the polish bottles. The flowers are die cut with the Garden Variety 1 & 2 Die Sets. 


I used Black Licorice Cardstock for the card front and stenciled with the Take Two - Pretty Polka Stencil with Sugar Cube Ink. 


Explore the captivating cards release to find tools to help you add interactive elements to your projects! From cards that light up, move, squish, tear, and more, you'll have endless ways to surprise and delight your recipients.

https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/whats-new/captivating-cards/

Every Taylored Expressions order includes a little something extra—our way of saying thank you for shopping with us! This year, you'll get a new adorable animal friend each month with every order.
 
Make your Every Order Freebie stamps more versatile with the new Critter Crew coordinating products! These additions to your growing collection will make crafting with your critter pals even more exciting. You’ll find new ways to use them with each Critter Crew stamp you collect!

Plus, get a FREE Critter Crew Collection Card with any purchase using code: CRITTERCARD this week only. This perfectly-sized collection card is a great way to keep your Critter Crew organized.

Limit 1 per customer, must be logged in. Valid Tuesday, January 13, 2025 through Tuesday, January 20, 2025 at 8:59AM CT.

https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/whats-new/critter-crew/


The New OLO Marker Collection is here! What better way to color your new Critter Crew companions than with OLO Markers?! With 96 new OLO Marker colors, it’s easier than ever to round out your collection and bring your ideas to life.

Shop all 96 new OLO Marker colors individually or grab one of our limited-time bundles to get them all in one click. Bundles are available while supplies last. All 96 new individual markers are part of our permanent catalog and will be restocked.


Stop by the TE Blog for all the details and inspiration for the team! 







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1/12/26

Build-A-Bouquet

Hi All! I am kicking off the week with a new project with products from Papertrey Ink. The love themed project is perfect for Valentine's Day, Wedding, or just sending love! 


This is a no stamping card. My card features the This is Big Sentiments: Definitions of Love Die,  Build-A-Bouquet Die, and the Heirloom Hearts Die. 


My first step was to die cut all the dies in the Build-A-Bouquet Die from Stamper's Select White Cardstock and then use my blending brushes to add the color. I have listed the colors of inks I used below. 


My bouquet is arranged on a pretty heart die cut with the Heirloom Hearts Die. The are three different edged dies in the set, along with a die to add a center to the larger heart. I used a glossy black cardstock to die cut the love sentiment from the  This is Big Sentiments: Definitions of Love Die. I die cut the sentiment two more times with True Black Cardstock and glued the layers together to add dimension to the sentiment. 


I used a piece of striped paper from the Bitty Big Collection: Sweet Blush for the card front. I die cut the bottom edge of the card with the Elegant Edges: Fresh Cuts Die. I finished off the card with a few clay hearts. 

Supplies:

Dies: Build-A-Bouquet, This is Big Sentiments: Definitions of Love, Heirloom Hearts, Elegant Edges: Fresh Cuts Die
Ink: Pale Peony, Sweet Blush, Raspberry Fizz, Aqua Mist, Lemon Tart, Summer Sunrise, Plum Pudding, Green Parakeet, New Leaf, Pinefeather
Paper: Stamper's Select White, True Black, Sweet Blush, Aqua Mist, Bitty Big Collection: Sweet Blush
Other: Yellow Gems, Heart Embellishments, Blender Brushes

I hope you have A good week! You can find off the new products HERE. 


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1/7/26

Forever Love Story

I am back today with a project from the Papertrey Ink December Release. I will be sharing more projects throughout the week. I was out of town when the release became available so I am happy to be back in my craft room playing with the new products. 


My first card showcases the Wedding Classics Stamp Set and coordinating Dies, the Big Inside Greetings Stamp Set and Dies, and the pretty Baby's Breath Stencil.


I chose three of stamps to build my card around. I stamped each icon and added a few highlights with Olo Markers. I added PTI Gems to the dress and the buttons on the jacket. I stamped the inside of the ring with Versamark Ink and embossed with gold embossing powder. The sentiment is from the new Big Inside Greetings Stamp Set .


I used the new Love to Layer: Polished Points Dies to create the center panel, using Sweet Blush and Gold Cardstock and Vellum. 


I created the background with the new  Baby's Breath Stencil. This is a set of three stencils. This is a 5 x 7 card. The card is framed with the new In Frames: Big & Tall Dies. There are two dies in the set, one for a 5 x 7 card and on for Slimline Card. 

Supplies:

Stamps: Wedding Classics, Big Inside Greetings
Dies: Wedding Classics, Big Inside Greetings, Love to Layer: Polished Points, In Frames: Big & Tall Rectangles
Ink: Sweet Blush, Pale Peony, Mint Julep, Versamark
Paper: Stamper's Select White, Sweet Blush, True Black, Gold, Vellum
Other: Baby's Breath Stencil, Ribbon, Gold Paint, Gold Embossing Powder, Blender Brushes

Thanks for stopping by today! I will be sharing more projects with the new release throughout the week. 


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1/6/26

The Valentine Release from Taylored Expressions

Hi and thanks for stopping by today! I hope you had a wonderful Holiday Season and a Happy New Year. I took a break from crafting over the holidays and am kicking off 2026 with the Valentine's Release from Taylored Expressions. All the new products are available now in the TE Store. 


Let's start with some fun Valentine Tags. First I foiled the Foil It - Simple Tags Valentine with TE Gold Shimmer Fun Foil using my Minc Hot Foil Machine. Then I stenciled with the Simple Tags Valentine Design Duo Stencil. I used a combination of Rose Water, Guava, Raspberry Sorbet, and Mulled Wine Inks. 


Next I die cut my stenciled tags with the Simple Tags Dies and backed the tags with the Simple Tags Backer Die. This a such an easy way to mass produce tags. 


I added sentiments to some of my tags with the new Mini to Mighty - Valentine Stamps and die cut with the coordinating dies. There are three different sentiments in three different sizes in the stamp set. I also added a few Gold Glittered Drops. 


TE is also releasing a new treat box die, the Giftables Die - Petite Parcel. You die cut the Petite Parcel Die twice and then assemble the box and use twine or ribbon to tie it close. I used the Sweet Heart Scribble 6 x 6 Rubber Stamp to stamp the pattern on the box on the left. The Sweetheart Scribbles Die is free with the purchase of $200 in product. On the right I embossed the box with the Lots of Love 3D Embossing Folder. 


Next I created a 5 x 7 card with the new Chocolate Factory Die Set along with the Full Heart Stacklets and the Petite Scallop Full Heart Stacklets. The Chocolate Factory Die Set creates the cutest chocolate candies. I love all the topping options. 


Here's a closer look. I added glitter and glossy accents to some of the candies. Then I arranged the chocolates on the hearts to look like a box of candy. The background is embossed with the Lots of Love 3D Embossing Folder. 


The card front is matted with the new A7 Large Scallop Stacklets Die Set. I am excited by the larger scallop edges. I think I will get a lot of used out of the die! The sentiment is from the new Sweet Talk Stamp Set. 


My third card features the Mega Message Die Set - Love, which is free with the purchase of $100 or more.  I created the background of the card with the Postmarked - Love Stencil, the Foil It - Postmarked Love, and the Postmarked - Love Embossing Folder. 


Here's a closer look. First I foiled with TE Gold Shimmer Fun Foil. Next I stenciled with the Postmarked - Love Stencil using Cherry Pop, Cupcake, and Guava Inks. Then I embossed the card front with the Postmarked - Love Embossing Folder. 


I used Cupcake and Cherry Pop Cardstocks for the Love Sentiment. The smaller sentiment is from the previously released Mini Strips - Valentine Stamp Set. 

We have three bundles designed to help you create unique, memorable cards:
  • Heart to Heart Bundle
  • Postmarked – With Love Bundle
  • Sweet Talk Bundle
Plus, a variety of other goodies to mix and match with this release and collections beyond this release. This week only, we also have an exclusive $100 and $200 Gift with Purchase!

Offer valid Tuesday, January, 6, 2025 at 9 AM CT through Tuesday, January 13, 2025 at 8:59 AM CT or while supplies last.

Thanks for stopping by! Stop by the TE Blog for all the details and more inspiration from the team. 




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