Stampin' with Brenda

10/24/2026

A little sparkle makes every card more special!
In my latest Weekly Quick Class Live, I featured the Shining Stars Dies, Stampin' Up!'s October Product of the Month.
These dies create beautiful stars in several sizes, and I especially love how they look cut from metallic specialty paper. They add just the right amount of shine to a birthday card, but they're also perfect for Christmas cards and other celebrations.
The Shining Stars Dies include 23 dies and are available for just $5 with a qualifying $75 Stampin' Up! order, while supplies last.
Want to see the complete card and how I put it together? Watch the full tutorial from my most recent Wednesday Live right here on my Stampin' with Brenda FB page, or on my blog at brendamillersu.com.
What would you make with these stars? A birthday card, Christmas card, or something else?

10/23/2026

**LAST DAY! Save 15% on Die-Cutting Favorites!**

If you've had your eye on some new dies or die-cutting tools, today's the day to take another look!

Stampin' Up!'s Die-Cutting Flash Sale ends TONIGHT, October 23, and select dies and die-cutting tools are 15% off.

I love how much die cuts can add to a handmade card, from simple labels and shapes to beautiful detailed designs. And saving a little on the tools we love is always a bonus!

A few things to remember:
- The sale ends tonight, October 23.
- The 15% discount applies to select items.
- Everything is available while supplies last.

Head over to my online store to see what's included and grab your favorites before the sale ends.

**Are there any dies you've had on your wish list?**

10/22/2026

Did you catch my Quick Class yesterday?

This week I used the Shining Stars Dies, October’s Product of the Month, to make a clean black-and-gold birthday card with lots of shine but a very simple layout.
In the video, I’ll show you how I arranged the stars, share a handy tip for working with tiny die cuts, and show how a few metallic accents can finish the card beautifully.

The Shining Stars Dies include 23 dies and can be used for so much more than Christmas. Think birthdays, celebrations, graduations, patriotic cards, tags, and more.
If you missed the class, catch the replay and see how the card comes together.
Watch/read more on my blog - link in bio

And don’t forget, the die-cutting Flash Sale runs through Friday, October 23, with 15% off select dies and die-cutting tools.

10/21/2026

In Quick Class Series #193, I’m creating a clean and simple birthday card with the Shining Stars Dies, October’s Product of the Month.

This set includes 23 star dies in a variety of sizes, so there are lots of ways to use them for birthdays, celebrations, Christmas, winter projects, and more. For this card, I’m keeping the design simple and letting the metallic stars do the work.

I’ll walk you through the project step by step and share ideas for using the different star sizes together to create an easy focal point with lots of shine.
You can get the Shining Stars Dies for just $5 with a qualifying $75 purchase, while supplies last.

If you’re watching the replay, let me know how you’d use these dies on your own projects.

Card Measurements:

• Basic Black Card Base—5 1/2” x 8 ½”, scored at 4 ¼”
• White Willow – 4” x 5 ¼” (2)
• Timeless Metallics – 2” x 4”

10/21/2026

I’m going live today at 5 PM ET for Quick Class Series #193!

This week I’m featuring the new Shining Stars Dies, October’s Product of the Month, and we’ll use them to create this clean and simple birthday card with a little extra sparkle.

The Shining Stars set includes 23 dies in a variety of sizes, so there are lots of possibilities well beyond Christmas cards. I especially like that stars work just as well for birthdays, celebrations, and everyday projects.

You can get the Shining Stars Dies for just $5 with a qualifying $75 purchase, while supplies last.

Join me live on my Stampin' with Brenda page at 5 PM today, or catch the replay afterward.

10/21/2026

The Stampin’ Up! Flash Sale starts TODAY!

From October 21–23, save 15% on select dies and die-cutting tools.

If there are dies you’ve been eyeing or tools you’ve been meaning to add to your craft room, this is a great time to take another look.

The sale is only 3 days, and qualifying items are available while supplies last, so I’d shop early if there’s something you really want.

Shop the Flash Sale at the link in bio

10/20/2026

This week’s newsletter is out, and there are two big things happening right away:
A new Stampin’ Up! Flash Sale starts tomorrow!
From October 21–23, save 15% on select dies and die-cutting tools. If you’ve had anything on your wish list, this is a good time to take another look.
And on Thursday, October 22 at 3 PM, I’m hosting Coffee & Cards / Kit Together at Panera Bread in Long Hill. Bring a Stampin’ Up! kit, grab a drink or snack, and enjoy some relaxed crafting time together.
The newsletter also includes my upcoming class schedule and details about the Ultimate Christmas Card Class.
Read the full newsletter here:
https://conta.cc/4k74HaQ

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10/20/2026

10/19/2026

Here’s another Ultimate Christmas Card Class spotlight. I love the elegant, layered look of this one. The evergreen branches frame the sentiment beautifully, and the touches of gold give it just enough shine for Christmas without making it feel overdone.

This is one of the 10 different designs in the class, and you’ll make 2 of each for a total of 20 Christmas cards. Everything is cut and prepped for you, and you’ll also receive the video tutorials and PDF instructions so you can work through the class at your own pace.

Registration is open now and kits are shipping! See link in bio under Beacons.

10/18/2026

Has this ever happened to you? You're happily crafting along, and suddenly your paper punch gets stuck!
If you've ever struggled with a jammed punch, you know how frustrating it can be. In this clip from my Weekly Quick Class, I'm sharing a couple of ideas for getting a stubborn punch unstuck, including the freezer trick.
And yes, sometimes a little frustration enters the picture!
Have you ever had a paper punch get stuck? Did you manage to rescue it, or did you finally give up? I'd love to hear your stories!