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17/09/2026

EASY GATEFOLD CARD WITH LUXE FOLIAGE SPECIALTY PAPER

Do you enjoy making cards that are a little different but still quick and easy to put together?

In today’s Live, I made two gatefold birthday cards featuring the Luxe Foliage Specialty Designer Series Paper, September’s Product of the Month. This beautiful paper has gold foil designs on Peaceful Pine, Pecan Pie, and Secret Sea backgrounds.

I also used the Tile Garden Dies to create the detailed diamond-shaped layers on the belly band. During the video, I shared how to score the gatefold using either a paper trimmer or the Simply Scored Scoring Tool, along with a helpful tip for running square dies through your die-cutting machine.

CARD MEASUREMENTS

Card base: 14.8 cm x 21 cm
Score: 5.25 cm from each short end
Specialty Designer Series Paper: Two pieces measuring 4.8 cm x 14.3 cm
Belly band: 3 cm wide, wrapped around the finished card to fit

The Luxe Foliage Specialty Designer Series Paper is available during September as the Product of the Month. With a qualifying order of $150, you can add it to your order for just $11, while supplies last.

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY THANK-YOU

Place an order of $100 or more with me during September, before shipping, and you will be invited to an online craft-along session. You will also be included in a prize draw. If you cannot attend live, a recording will be available.

SUPPLIES USED:
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SEPTEMBER PAPER, CARDSTOCK, AND RIBBON SHARES:
https://stampwithangela.co.nz/september-2026-paper-cardstock-ribbon-shares/

The shares are a great way to receive a selection of the new papers without purchasing full packs of everything. Sign-ups close on Sunday.

FLASH STAMP SALE:
https://www.stampinup.nz/shop-products/flash-sale?demoid=4007618

Selected stamp sets are 15% off until Friday 18 September. You can order online or contact me if you would like to add something to my group order and pick it up from me in Albany.

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Have you made a gatefold card before? Which paper do you prefer: Peaceful Pine, Pecan Pie, or Secret Sea?

15/09/2026

Flash Sale – 15% Off Selected Stamp Sets

Save 15% on selected stamp sets from today until Friday 18th September.

Order online using the link in the comments or contact me if you would like help with your order:

If you would like to save on shipping, you are welcome to add your items to my group order and pick them up from me in Albany. Please let me know what you would like to order.

15/09/2026

Do you decorate the inside of your cards as well as the front?

I often add a stamped image inside or, when I’m using Designer Series Paper, add a narrow strip to tie everything together.

One thing I don’t always remember to do is add DSP to the envelope flap, but I think it finishes this one nicely and makes the envelope feel like part of the card too.

This paper was last month’s Product of the Month, but you could use this idea with any patterned paper.

Do you usually stamp inside your cards, add some DSP, or leave them plain?

14/09/2026

Would you have the patience to open just one door each day—or would you want to peek at everything straight away?

The 12 Days of Creativity Advent Calendar is filled with 12 crafting surprises, plus a bonus stamp set. Inside you’ll find dies, paper, colouring tools, cards, envelopes, embellishments and more.

The products are exclusive to the calendar and cannot be purchased separately.

It is $209, with $273 worth of products inside. Only a limited number are available, so if this is on your wish list, I wouldn’t leave it too long.

Would you save yours until December or start opening it now? Let me know below.

Last year’s calendar sold out within a few weeks, so if you would like one, I recommend ordering sooner rather than later.

The ordering link is in the comments, or you’re welcome to message me if you have any questions.

13/09/2026

Would you believe these backgrounds were stamped using rubber bands?

If you missed last week's Live, I shared how to create both striped and checked backgrounds using something you may already have at home. I also demonstrated two different ways to colour the flowers from the Radiant Sunflowers stamp set.

You can watch the replay and see how each card came together. I’ll add the link in the comments.

Which background do you prefer—the stripes or the checks?

11/09/2026

Black-and-white patterned paper gives you so many possibilities!

For this card, I used ink and a blending brush to add colour to the paper before putting the card together. It is an easy way to make patterned paper coordinate with the colours you want to use.

What colour would you choose?

Follow my page for more card-making ideas and inspiration.

11/09/2026

Would you believe these backgrounds were stamped using rubber bands?

If you missed yesterday’s Live, I shared how to create both striped and checked backgrounds using something you may already have at home. I also demonstrated two different ways to colour the flowers from the Radiant Sunflowers stamp set.

You can watch the replay and see how each card came together. I’ll add the link in the comments.

Which background do you prefer—the stripes or the checks?

10/09/2026

EASY SUNFLOWER CARDS WITH A RUBBER BAND BACKGROUND TECHNIQUE

Thank you for joining me for today’s Live. I used the Radiant Sunflowers Stamp Set to create colourful sunflower cards with a fun background made using ordinary rubber bands wrapped around a clear block.

I first created these cards as notecards for Coffee & Cards, then adapted the design to make a standard-sized card during the Live. I demonstrated striped and checked backgrounds and shared two ways to colour the sunflower image: Stampin’ Blends or ink applied with a Water Painter.

You can use this idea with many different stamps and colours. I shared samples in Old Olive, Golden Glow and Hydrangea Hue. Which colour combination is your favourite?

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SEPTEMBER SCAVENGER HUNT
Entries close at midnight tonight, Thursday 10th September. The winner will receive a stamp set of their choice valued at up to $45. Open to New Zealand residents only.
https://stampwithangela.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Scavenger-Hunt-Questions-for-September-2026-Catalogue-and-Online-Exlcusives-.pdf

WATCH THE MINI CATALOGUE AND ONLINE EXCLUSIVES LAUNCH
https://www.youtube.com/live/rTMZ-cjKgRM

SEPTEMBER PAPER, CARDSTOCK AND RIBBON SHARES
https://stampwithangela.co.nz/september-2026-paper-cardstock-ribbon-shares/

SUBSCRIBE TO PAPER PUMPKIN
Today is the final day to subscribe for the September Aspens of Gratitude Paper Pumpkin Kit.
https://www.stampinup.nz/subscriptions/paper-pumpkin-kits?demoid=4007618

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08/09/2026

I had a lovely birthday on Monday and wanted to say thank you for all the kind birthday messages I received.

I’m very grateful for my family and friends, and for the wonderful people I have met through sharing my love of card making. Thank you for being part of my Stamp With Angela community.

What is something you are feeling grateful for this week?

07/09/2026

Would you love to make your own cards, but aren’t quite sure where to start?

Paper Pumpkin is a monthly all-inclusive craft kit from Stampin’ Up!, with everything prepared for you so you can simply sit down and create.

The September Aspens of Gratitude kit has a beautiful soft watercolour and woodland feel, with warm, natural colours.

It makes 10 cards with coordinating envelopes — five each of two designs. Everything you need is included, with prepared pieces and step-by-step instructions.

We only get a sneak peek beforehand, so part of the fun is the surprise of seeing the complete kit when it arrives.

It’s a lovely option whether you’re new to card making and would like an easy place to start, or you already enjoy crafting and would like a ready-to-go project without having to plan it all yourself.

$56 NZD including shipping. It’s a monthly subscription, with the flexibility to cancel if you wish.

If you’d like to receive the September kit, subscribe by Thursday 10th September.

Find out more about Paper Pumpkin and see a sneak peek of this month’s kit here:
https://stampwithangela.co.nz/september-2026-paper-pumpkin-aspens-of-gratitude/

Discover the September 2026 Aspens of Gratitude Paper Pumpkin kit, with hand-painted woodland cards and coordinating supplies.