Yes, I know I just popped into your inbox right before Thanksgiving. I don’t normally post twice in one week, but honestly? There is just TOO much happening right now to wait until later in the month.
So, grab your leftover turkey sandwich or a cup of coffee, and let’s dive into everything happening as we turn the calendar page.
Holiday Inspiration: Scrapping It Together
I wanted to share a little creative inspiration. I’ve been busy trying to use up my holiday stash recently. It is amazing what you can create just using leftovers! I did a whole YouTube live video on how I made these first couple of cards and then I kept making more with the rest of my scraps.
Aren’t they fun? It feels so good to turn those little bits and pieces into something beautiful to send out. Pin these ideas to your holiday board so you can find them later!
I used old Picture My Life Cards and Memory & More cards. These were leftovers from my Holiday Ornament project that is part of my YouTube Membership.
I used, 2″ circles, easy sentiment ephemera from the Greetings for You Mix & Match, gold pen and some old gold embellishments.
I did a whole YouTube live video showing how I made these first cards (and how to keep the design simple and repeatable
🎄 12 Days of Stampin’ Up! Advent Calendar – Starts December 1!
From December 1–12, I’ll be posting a daily Advent Calendar reveal on my YouTube channel along with projects you can make using the items from each day’s box.
If you love:
- daily inspiration
- quick, fun projects
- surprises
…you’re going to love this series. Make sure to check back every day—you won’t want to miss any of it!
Head over to my YouTube channel to catch all 12 days of inspiration
Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube so you don’t miss any of the 12 reveals.
🛍️ Last Day for the Stampin’ Up! Black Friday Sale – Don’t Miss It!
December 1 is also the final day of Stampin’ Up!’s first-ever Black Friday sale.
A quick highlight:
✔️ Stampin’ Blends are still available!
If you need to refresh your alcohol markers or want to add new colors to your collection, now is the time before the sale ends.
📦 Paper Pumpkin Subscriptions – 25% Off (Dec 1–9)
From December 1–9, the 3-, 6-, and 12-month Paper Pumpkin prepaid subscriptions are 25% off. This is one of the best deals we see all year!
Paper Pumpkin is Stampin’ Up!’s all-inclusive monthly craft kit for cards and projects.
A little reminder:
You can pause your subscription anytime if you peek at the preview and the kit isn’t your style. So it’s a great low-risk way to save.
The first kit you’ll receive is December’s kit—and it’s a cute one!
These prepaid codes also make great holiday gifts for crafty friends.
⭐ NEW! Product of the Month (POM) – Starting in December
I’m excited to officially announce the 1st Product of the Month starting December 2nd.
Remember the Close To My Heart Stamp of the Month program?? Well Stampin’ Up! is bringing a twist to this and making it a Product of the Month.
Product of the Month!
Each month will focus on a different Stampin’ Up! product—anything from paper packs to stamps, tools to embellishments. Each month, starting the first Tuesday of that month, will be a new surprise offering for $5.00 USD with a qualifying order.
December’s Product of the Month is…
🎁 12×12 Designer Series Paper Pack
This pack is perfect for card makers, scrapbookers, and anyone who loves having a mix of colors ready to go.
Here’s how it works:
- Place a $75+ order (before shipping/tax/discounts) with me on my SU shopping site
- The Product of the Month unlocks for just $5
- Limit of one Product of the Month per month
- Available while supplies last
If a Product of the Month from previous months are still available, you’ll even be able to choose one of those instead of the current month.
Note: Paper Pumpkin prepaid subscriptions don’t qualify toward the $75 minimum for the Product of the Month.
Here is some artwork from the Product of the Month Artisan team.
🎥 New YouTube Membership – Exclusive Projects Every Month
I’m so excited on my launch of brand-new way for us to craft together!
For $4.99/month, you can join my YouTube Channel Membership, which includes:
- 1 exclusive project every month (live or recorded)
- Project sheets and/or Cricut files
- Projects that I cannot share publicly
- A supportive, crafty community
- Access to a growing library of past member projects
If you want a little extra inspiration each month, this is such a fun place to be!
👉 You can join right from my YouTube channel by clicking the “Join” button.
💬 I’d Love to Hear From You
Which scrap-made holiday card is your favorite?
Are you planning to follow along with the Advent Calendar series?
Let me know in the comments—I love hearing what you’re working on!
Phew! I told you it was a lot! December is shaping up to be an incredibly exciting month. Thank you for letting me start your December with this extra post. I can’t wait to get started with the Advent series with you all over on YouTube.
Happy Stampin’!
Liz
Liz's Scrapping Studio 
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