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An exclusive holiday card kit from Simon Says Stamp + a blog hop!

November 16, 2018

An exclusive holiday card kit from Simon Says Stamp + a blog hop!

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!

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I really only used a handful of items in the kit for my projects today! It really is packed full of holiday goodness!

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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

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I had fun playing with some of the contents and incorporated the background stamp into all three of my projects.

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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.

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Cathy Zielske—you are here!

Debby Hughes

Nichol Spohr

Shari Carroll

Jessica Frost-Ballas

Suzy Plantamura

Heather Hoffman

Vicky Papaioannou

 

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  1. Pennie says

    November 16, 2018 at 7:17 am

    Love, love, love all the pieces in the kit! Your projects are amazing!

    Reply
    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 7:42 am

      Thank you so much, Pennie!

      Reply
  2. Barbara Chmura says

    November 16, 2018 at 8:30 am

    Love the cards!

    Reply
  3. Lynnea Hollendonner says

    November 16, 2018 at 8:56 am

    I love your projects! Your video is amazing! I can’t get over how pretty the blue and good are!

    Reply
    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 9:04 am

      Thanks so much, Lynnea!

      Reply
  4. Carol R. says

    November 16, 2018 at 9:21 am

    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!

    Reply
  5. Dee Earnshaw says

    November 16, 2018 at 9:27 am

    stunning projects – love the vintage look !!

    Reply
  6. Sarah Williamson says

    November 16, 2018 at 9:31 am

    Beautiful Cards! The embossing makes them so elegant.

    Reply
  7. Nancy Dempsey says

    November 16, 2018 at 9:45 am

    So beautiful and festive! I especially love the background stamp.

    Reply
  8. Denise Kitts-Wadlow says

    November 16, 2018 at 9:46 am

    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!!!

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    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 10:54 am

      I’m really stepping outside the comfort zone! Happy holiday season to you, too!

      Reply
  9. Ann Eslinger says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:04 am

    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. ?

    Reply
    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 10:52 am

      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!

      Reply
  10. Rhodé says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:14 am

    Love your choice for the background with blue and gold. It’s wonderful for a Christmas card!

    Reply
  11. Barbara Smith says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:30 am

    Not only did you make perfectly amazing cards from this outstandingly versatile kit, but you had some GREAT tips in your video! Thanks

    Reply
    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 10:53 am

      Thanks, Barbara!

      Reply
  12. Bonnie Eng says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:41 am

    When I saw that gorgeous blue card – I actually said “Oh wow” – it was stunning. Beautiful job, and I love your tag too.

    Reply
    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 10:53 am

      Really? That is so nice to hear. I felt a bit out of my usual wheelhouse, so… thank you!

      Reply
  13. Kim Faucher says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:53 am

    Gorgeous gorgeous and gorgeous!!!

    Reply
  14. Sabrina Radican says

    November 16, 2018 at 11:02 am

    WOW!! Stunning cards and tag!! So beautiful!!

    Reply
  15. barbara lassiter says

    November 16, 2018 at 11:05 am

    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! 🙂

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    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 1:19 pm

      Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  16. Maureen Reiss says

    November 16, 2018 at 11:16 am

    Beautiful projects!!! Your snowflake card is Stunning!!!

    Reply
  17. Lagene says

    November 16, 2018 at 11:27 am

    Wonderful time of year! Wonderful creations! I especially love the gorgeous blue background card with the gold snowflakes!

    Reply
  18. Karen Hale says

    November 16, 2018 at 11:39 am

    Gorgeous cards, love the blue and gold. So much variety in this kit…awesomeness times two!

    Reply
  19. Michelle Tercha says

    November 16, 2018 at 11:53 am

    Really, really pretty. I love the tag you made, too. Michelle t

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    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 1:21 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  20. Sharon says

    November 16, 2018 at 12:19 pm

    I love both of your cards but the blue card with gild embossed snow flakes is stunning. TFS

    Reply
    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 1:19 pm

      Thank you, Sharon!

      Reply
  21. Debbie P says

    November 16, 2018 at 12:22 pm

    Great cards and tag. Live the kit.

    Reply
  22. Joela Pascoe says

    November 16, 2018 at 12:30 pm

    Loving the flakes, looks amazing.

    Reply
  23. Isabelle says

    November 16, 2018 at 1:13 pm

    Your blue card is fantastic, I love it !!!

    Reply
    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 16, 2018 at 1:19 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  24. Ann Courter says

    November 16, 2018 at 1:33 pm

    I love these projects! They’re unique and beautiful!

    Reply
  25. Laurie says

    November 16, 2018 at 1:36 pm

    Love the blue, gold, and snowflakes!! So pretty! Your cards are gorgeous!

    Reply
  26. Henriëtte says

    November 16, 2018 at 1:37 pm

    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.

    Reply
  27. Melissa SunshineHoneyBee says

    November 16, 2018 at 2:42 pm

    Like the wonderful embossing sparkle/shine.
    Melissa\
    “Sunshine HoneyBee”

    Reply
  28. Jean Fulton says

    November 16, 2018 at 3:00 pm

    What lovely cards. The blue one is so vibrant and the embossing is such a great contrast to it.

    Reply
  29. Michelle Hackett says

    November 16, 2018 at 3:54 pm

    Blue and gold are such wonderful holiday colors, as you’ve shown with this beautiful card.

    Reply
  30. Phyllis says

    November 16, 2018 at 4:27 pm

    Love both cards and your tag! That background stamp is great!

    Reply
  31. Anita Szokol says

    November 16, 2018 at 4:33 pm

    I love your cards! Blue, gold and snowflakes – they are my favorites!

    Reply
  32. Lauryne Cunningham says

    November 16, 2018 at 4:46 pm

    I love all your projects! The gold embossing looks gorgeous on the background and the snowflakes. So simple, but absolutely beautiful!

    Reply
  33. Teresa Doyle says

    November 16, 2018 at 4:51 pm

    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.

    Reply
  34. Karthikha Uday says

    November 16, 2018 at 5:08 pm

    Festive creations! I love the blue and gold <3

    Reply
  35. Cindy Thick says

    November 16, 2018 at 5:43 pm

    Love your cards and tag. They look so elegant. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  36. Tami R says

    November 16, 2018 at 6:14 pm

    Simple but gorgeous, especially the blue card.

    Reply
  37. Brenda L. Kuder says

    November 16, 2018 at 6:57 pm

    Great projects. I love the snowflake card. Really pretty.

    Reply
  38. Barb Housner says

    November 16, 2018 at 7:40 pm

    loved all your projects, enjoyed the video
    thanks for sharing

    Reply
  39. Sharon Gullikson says

    November 16, 2018 at 8:18 pm

    The gold and blue look really nice together. I have never tried that combination before. Great job.

    Reply
  40. Brian Poteraj says

    November 16, 2018 at 8:19 pm

    The star embossed background looks amazing. Such cool cards.

    Reply
  41. Heather Nelson says

    November 16, 2018 at 9:00 pm

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the blue with the gold snowflakes! So pretty!!

    Reply
  42. Charla Everhart says

    November 16, 2018 at 9:26 pm

    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!

    Reply
  43. Tracy Lustick says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:10 pm

    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 !

    Reply
  44. Julie says

    November 16, 2018 at 10:55 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • Cathy Zielske says

      November 17, 2018 at 7:47 am

      My thoughts and heart are with California for sure.

      Reply
  45. Super Stick Chick says

    November 17, 2018 at 12:45 am

    Wonderfully festive cards! Love that background stamp! Stay warm Cathy!

    Reply
  46. NANDINI KARMARKAR says

    November 17, 2018 at 2:17 am

    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.

    Reply
  47. Debbie Siddle says

    November 17, 2018 at 4:52 am

    So many pretty shiny things xx

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  48. Andrea M Hastilow says

    November 17, 2018 at 6:11 am

    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.

    Reply
  49. Johanna T. says

    November 17, 2018 at 8:39 am

    Love these cards and tag. The video was very helpful too. Thanks for the tips and inspiration!

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  50. joy meadows says

    November 17, 2018 at 9:54 am

    Very pretty cards! thanks for a great video, too!

    Reply
  51. Frances Bartholomew says

    November 17, 2018 at 11:03 am

    Love the snowflake card and the tag.

    Reply
  52. Jeanne Beam says

    November 17, 2018 at 12:42 pm

    Beautiful cards and tag. The blue snowflake card is awesome.
    Thanks for sharing…

    Reply
  53. Anne Sturgeon says

    November 17, 2018 at 2:01 pm

    Love your beautiful blue background and gold snowflakes. I also love that poinsettia background stamp. Beautifully done.

    Reply
  54. Migdalia Rodriguez says

    November 17, 2018 at 3:01 pm

    Your cards are absolutely Gorgeous! Love the beautiful tag too! I absolutely ADORE the blue background. It is my sister’s favorite color (blue).

    Reply
  55. Linda Duensing says

    November 17, 2018 at 3:19 pm

    Beautiful cards and thanks for the flicking tip. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

    Reply
  56. MandaLJ says

    November 17, 2018 at 3:59 pm

    All your cards are beautiful – you’ve made wonderful use of the embossing powder!

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  57. Johanne Lacombe says

    November 17, 2018 at 4:10 pm

    Your cards are very beautiful. And I love what you did with the background stamp. The look is amazing.

    Reply
  58. eileen bochsler says

    November 17, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    The blue background with the gold snowflakes… stunning!

    Reply
  59. Kirsty Vittetoe says

    November 17, 2018 at 6:57 pm

    I absolutely LOVE these!!!!!

    Reply
  60. Sue D says

    November 17, 2018 at 9:34 pm

    Very pretty projects you created.

    Reply
  61. Delphine Montano says

    November 18, 2018 at 11:05 pm

    OMG I love your cards and the tag is my favorite God Bless you and your family

    Reply
  62. Denise Bryant says

    November 19, 2018 at 12:55 am

    Gorgeous cards! I especially love the gold snowflakes on blue! Lovely card!

    Reply
  63. lorna willard says

    November 19, 2018 at 11:24 am

    your cards are beautiful, thanks for sharing your techniques.

    Reply
  64. Rebecca RamirezBarnes says

    November 19, 2018 at 11:06 pm

    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.

    Reply
  65. Heather Mills says

    November 20, 2018 at 10:54 am

    GORGEOUS!!! Love that blue card with the gold embossed snowflakes; so elegant!

    Reply
  66. Denise Bryant says

    November 25, 2018 at 12:25 pm

    Gorgeous creations! Love the blue & gold combo!

    Reply

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