There is a brand spankin’ new holiday card kit from Simon Says Stamp out today. This is an exclusive release that is not part of the regular Simon Says Stamp kit subscription, and when it’s gone, baby, you know the drill. Today, we’ve got a blog hop to share lots of fun ideas for how to play with it!
I really only used a handful of items in the kit for my projects today! It really is packed full of holiday goodness!
The kit contains clear stamps, ephemera, patterned paper, tags, envelopes, cardstock, Stickles, a cool freaking red rubber cling background stamp—OH, and a full size embossing pad and a full size container of Simon’s Antique Gold embossing powder. Long story short: it’s stacked, people.
Here is a list of what’s inside: (many items are also available for purchase separately)
- Simon Says Stamp Comfort & Joy 6×8 clear stamp set
- Simon Says Stamp Poinsettia Background 6×6 cling stamp
- Simon Says Stamp Clear embossing ink pad
- Simon Says Stamp Antique Gold embossing powder
- Darice Sparkle Tape Gold
- Tim Holtz Idea-ology Salvaged Santas
- Tim Holtz Idea-ology Christmas ephemera pack
- Ranger Joyful Stickles
- Ranger Festive Stickles
- Ranger Tidings Stickles
- 1 yard of May Arts Green ribbon
- Echo Park Celebrate Christmas 6×6 sheets
- Simon Says Stamp Red gift card envelope
- Simon Says Stamp Clear gift card envelope
- Simon Says Stamp White gift card envelope
- Simon Says Stamp Schoolhouse Red envelope
- Simon Says Stamp Metallic Green Leaf envelope
- Simon Says Stamp Ivory envelope
- 2 large Kraft tags
- 2 large White tags
- 2 medium White tags
- 2 Kraft tags
- 2 4-bar envelopes
- Neenah Desert Storm 80lb paper 8.5×11
- Simon Says Stamp Ivory cardstock 8.5×11
- Simon Says Stamp Green Leaf cardstock 8.5×11
- Simon Says Stamp Schoolhouse Red cardstock 8.5×11
I had fun playing with some of the contents and incorporated the background stamp into all three of my projects.
And that tag above? Look at me… stamping and fussy cutting. I am a beast now. That is all.
I have a video showing you how I created the first card with the pretty blue background! Enjoy:
Thanks fo much for watching and stopping by. If you want this kit, order pronto! If it sells out, it’s gone! And check out the rest of the blog hop today to see how many ways people are creating with this kit.
Cathy Zielske—you are here!
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Pennie says
Love, love, love all the pieces in the kit! Your projects are amazing!
Cathy Zielske says
Thank you so much, Pennie!
Barbara Chmura says
Love the cards!
Lynnea Hollendonner says
I love your projects! Your video is amazing! I can’t get over how pretty the blue and good are!
Cathy Zielske says
Thanks so much, Lynnea!
Carol R. says
Beautiful projects, Cathy! And thank you for sharing your awesome tips for stamping a background panel in the MISTI, embossing the panel and aligning the panel on the card!
Dee Earnshaw says
stunning projects – love the vintage look !!
Sarah Williamson says
Beautiful Cards! The embossing makes them so elegant.
Nancy Dempsey says
So beautiful and festive! I especially love the background stamp.
Denise Kitts-Wadlow says
Well, look at your big bad self Cathy!!! All of your projects are just beautiful! And this kit is amazing. I ordered mine as soon as it hit my inbox and now I’m super excited for it to arrive in my mailbox! TFS and all the FAB inspiration. Wishing you and yours a very blessed holiday season. Hugs!!!
Cathy Zielske says
I’m really stepping outside the comfort zone! Happy holiday season to you, too!
Ann Eslinger says
True story…your using your MISTI (or score buddy) to help you line up your card panel and card is one of my favorite tips for card making, like ever. Just thought you should know. ?
Cathy Zielske says
Well that just makes me happy! I really only just recently realized you could use the ScorBuddy for the same thing! I’m all for lining things up easier!
Rhodé says
Love your choice for the background with blue and gold. It’s wonderful for a Christmas card!
Barbara Smith says
Not only did you make perfectly amazing cards from this outstandingly versatile kit, but you had some GREAT tips in your video! Thanks
Cathy Zielske says
Thanks, Barbara!
Bonnie Eng says
When I saw that gorgeous blue card – I actually said “Oh wow” – it was stunning. Beautiful job, and I love your tag too.
Cathy Zielske says
Really? That is so nice to hear. I felt a bit out of my usual wheelhouse, so… thank you!
Kim Faucher says
Gorgeous gorgeous and gorgeous!!!
Sabrina Radican says
WOW!! Stunning cards and tag!! So beautiful!!
barbara lassiter says
I love this kit stamp set because of the versatility of the designs! Thanks for sharing these gorgeous cards and the tips for creating with the Misti and the score board. To learn something new each day is a good thing! 🙂
Cathy Zielske says
Thanks for stopping by!
Maureen Reiss says
Beautiful projects!!! Your snowflake card is Stunning!!!
Lagene says
Wonderful time of year! Wonderful creations! I especially love the gorgeous blue background card with the gold snowflakes!
Karen Hale says
Gorgeous cards, love the blue and gold. So much variety in this kit…awesomeness times two!
Michelle Tercha says
Really, really pretty. I love the tag you made, too. Michelle t
Cathy Zielske says
Thank you!
Sharon says
I love both of your cards but the blue card with gild embossed snow flakes is stunning. TFS
Cathy Zielske says
Thank you, Sharon!
Debbie P says
Great cards and tag. Live the kit.
Joela Pascoe says
Loving the flakes, looks amazing.
Isabelle says
Your blue card is fantastic, I love it !!!
Cathy Zielske says
Thank you so much!
Ann Courter says
I love these projects! They’re unique and beautiful!
Laurie says
Love the blue, gold, and snowflakes!! So pretty! Your cards are gorgeous!
Henriëtte says
Awesome cards Cathy, I love the blue card, never used such a vibrant colour of blue for my Christmas cards but after I’ve seen this I certainly go using it. The stamp set with among other things the gorgeous snowflakes and that stunning background stamp are enough to fall in love with this great kit. Thank you for showing and have a nice weekend.
Melissa SunshineHoneyBee says
Like the wonderful embossing sparkle/shine.
Melissa\
“Sunshine HoneyBee”
Jean Fulton says
What lovely cards. The blue one is so vibrant and the embossing is such a great contrast to it.
Michelle Hackett says
Blue and gold are such wonderful holiday colors, as you’ve shown with this beautiful card.
Phyllis says
Love both cards and your tag! That background stamp is great!
Anita Szokol says
I love your cards! Blue, gold and snowflakes – they are my favorites!
Lauryne Cunningham says
I love all your projects! The gold embossing looks gorgeous on the background and the snowflakes. So simple, but absolutely beautiful!
Teresa Doyle says
WOWZERS Cathy, these are ALL showstoppers! Holy smokes that background looks amazing in gold EP on the kraft! You have nailed this beautiful kit, thanks for sharing your amazing ideas and your great cards and tag.
Karthikha Uday says
Festive creations! I love the blue and gold <3
Cindy Thick says
Love your cards and tag. They look so elegant. Thanks for sharing.
Tami R says
Simple but gorgeous, especially the blue card.
Brenda L. Kuder says
Great projects. I love the snowflake card. Really pretty.
Barb Housner says
loved all your projects, enjoyed the video
thanks for sharing
Sharon Gullikson says
The gold and blue look really nice together. I have never tried that combination before. Great job.
Brian Poteraj says
The star embossed background looks amazing. Such cool cards.
Heather Nelson says
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the blue with the gold snowflakes! So pretty!!
Charla Everhart says
Oh my, did I pick up some awesome tips from your video. I loved all your projects, but I love vintage, so that was my favorite. This is a great kit!
Tracy Lustick says
I make Christmas cards for our church family , so I need all the ideas I can get . These latest kits from Simon should do the trick !
Julie says
Loved all 3 projects. Background stamp so pretty. Thanks for a bit of calm during a difficult time here in Butte county. Prayers for Paradise.
Cathy Zielske says
My thoughts and heart are with California for sure.
Super Stick Chick says
Wonderfully festive cards! Love that background stamp! Stay warm Cathy!
NANDINI KARMARKAR says
Wow! Beautiful creations! Love the gorgeous blue card. The gold snowflakes look so pretty and festive. And the absolute favourite product in this release is the gorgeous Poinsettia background stamp.
Debbie Siddle says
So many pretty shiny things xx
Andrea M Hastilow says
Gorgeous trio of cards, thanks for the tip with the clothing peg & vellum & also the card to Misti door trick, will definitely be having a trial run with those.
Johanna T. says
Love these cards and tag. The video was very helpful too. Thanks for the tips and inspiration!
joy meadows says
Very pretty cards! thanks for a great video, too!
Frances Bartholomew says
Love the snowflake card and the tag.
Jeanne Beam says
Beautiful cards and tag. The blue snowflake card is awesome.
Thanks for sharing…
Anne Sturgeon says
Love your beautiful blue background and gold snowflakes. I also love that poinsettia background stamp. Beautifully done.
Migdalia Rodriguez says
Your cards are absolutely Gorgeous! Love the beautiful tag too! I absolutely ADORE the blue background. It is my sister’s favorite color (blue).
Linda Duensing says
Beautiful cards and thanks for the flicking tip. Thanks for sharing.
Linda D.
MandaLJ says
All your cards are beautiful – you’ve made wonderful use of the embossing powder!
Johanne Lacombe says
Your cards are very beautiful. And I love what you did with the background stamp. The look is amazing.
eileen bochsler says
The blue background with the gold snowflakes… stunning!
Kirsty Vittetoe says
I absolutely LOVE these!!!!!
Sue D says
Very pretty projects you created.
Delphine Montano says
OMG I love your cards and the tag is my favorite God Bless you and your family
Denise Bryant says
Gorgeous cards! I especially love the gold snowflakes on blue! Lovely card!
lorna willard says
your cards are beautiful, thanks for sharing your techniques.
Rebecca RamirezBarnes says
I cannot decide which of your cards is my favorite. The gold embossing on blue and red are equally beautiful and I also love the retro look of the christmas tree card. Thanks for sharing.
Heather Mills says
GORGEOUS!!! Love that blue card with the gold embossed snowflakes; so elegant!
Denise Bryant says
Gorgeous creations! Love the blue & gold combo!