Sunday, January 4, 2026

Spellbinders | January 2026 Press & Foil of the Month

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A NEW month means NEW CLUB KITS over at Spellbinders! Today I'm sharing the NEW January 2026 Press & Foil of the Month Club Kit. If you didn't hear, the BetterPress and Glimmer Club Kits have merged to create one club that offers you the ability to Press or/and Foil. If you were not already a subscriber of one of these clubs and had your subscription rolled to the new club, the registration window will open on January 6th and can be found HERE.
 
The NEW Press & Foil of the Month is called, Post Card Hello (BPOM-JAN26). This month subscription contain a beautiful vintage postcard plate along with a roll of Polished Brass Foil (GLF-024). Plus if you are a All-Clubs Crate Subscriber you will receive the Post Card Hello Stencil (CLS-JAN26). The stencil is not available for individual purchase.
 
My card features the Post Card Hello Press & Foil of the Month (BPOM-JAN26) foiled with Polished Brass Foil (GLF-024) cut out with Precision Layering A2 A (S5-487) layered on the Postage Edge Panel from Hummingbirds Delight Large Die of the Month (DOML-JAN26). The bird and flowers were colored using the Post Card Hello Stencil (CLS-JAN26) that was part of the All-Clubs Crate Subscription. For embellishments I added a few Gold Mix Color Essential Gems (SCS-129)
 
Card Measurements:
Kraft A2 Card Base: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" (5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored at 4 1/4")
White Postage Edge Panel:  5 1/2" x 4 1/4"
White Glimmered Panel: 5 1/4" x 4"
White Glimmered Sentiment Strip: 3 13/16" x 1/4"
 
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January 2026 Club Kits
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Saturday, January 3, 2026

Spellbinders | January 2026 Stencil of the Month

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A NEW month means NEW CLUB KITS over at Spellbinders! Today I'm sharing the NEW January 2026 Stencil of the Month Club Kit. If you are not already a subscriber of the Stencil of the Month Club, the registration window will open on January 6th and can be found HERE.
 
The NEW Stencil of the Month is called, Poppy Perfection (SOM-JAN26). This is a 6 piece stencil set to create a beautiful poppy field. 
 
For my card sample I combined the Poppy Perfection Stencil of the Month (SOM-JAN26) with a sentiment from the Best Years Sentiments Clear Stamp & Die of the Month (CDOM-JAN26). The Postage Edge Shaped card base was created using the die from the Hummingbirds Delight Large Die of the Month (DOML-JAN26)
 
Card Measurements:
White Postage Edge Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Black Mat: 3 7/8" x 5 1/8"
White Stenciled Panel: 3 3/4" x 5"
Black Sentiment Die Cut: 1 1/4" x 7/8"

How to Create Postage Edge Shaped Card Base:
  • Die Cut 2 Postage Edge Panels using die from Hummingbirds Delight Large Die of the Month (DOML-JAN26) with White card stock. 
  • Take 1 Postage Edge Panel and score across the top 1/2" down from the to create a hinge. Add strong adhesive above score line.
  • Attach the other Postage Edge Panel to to top of the scored panel to create a shaped card base.
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January 2026 Club Kits
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Friday, January 2, 2026

Hero Arts | January 2026 My Monthly Hero & My Month Super Hero

 Happy New Year Friends!
 
Yesterday Hero Arts revealed the return of the My Monthly Hero and My Monthly Super Hero Subscriptions for January 2026. This gives you the option to select a kit that works best for you to create with.
 
January 2026
 
I created three cards to share with you featuring these kits. When I saw the kits I immediately thought they could be stretched and used for Valentine/Love cards along with Springtime cards by changing up the colors. What do you think? 
 
Card #1 - Letters
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White Postage Edge Frame: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (outside), 3 3/4" x 5" (inside)
Fog A2 Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" 
Pomegranate/Poppy Mail Box: 3 1/8" x 3 1/2" (approx)
 
 Card #2 - Hi Friend
 
Card Measurements: 
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11" (scored at 5 1/2")
Fog A2 Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
White Postage Edge Panel: 4" x 5 1/4"
Poppy/Pomegranate Envelopes: 2 1/2" x 2"
White Open Envelope: 2 1/2" x 3 1/4" 
 
Card #3 - Breaking News 
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
Poppy Ink Blended/Splattered A2 Panel: 4 1/4" x5 1/2"
White Newspaper: 3 1/4" x 4 1/2"
Fog/Anchor Puppy: 2 1/2" x 1 7/8"
 
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Hero Arts
January 2026
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

Spellbinders 2026 Club Updates

 Happy New Year Friends! 
 
Spellbinders has made a few updates to their Monthly Club Subscriptions and I thought it would do a quick recap of the changes before I start sharing my monthly inspiration. I also provided links below to all the clubs.
 

 2026 CLUB UPDATES 

The updates include: 
  • A new BetterPress & Foil Club 
  • The retirement of the standalone Glimmer Club 
  • The retirement of the standalone BetterPress Club 
  • The retirement of the Wax Seal Club 
  • The renaming and expansion of All Clubs Crate (formerly Caboodle / Want It All) 

Beginning in January 2026
  • All active BetterPress and Glimmer Club members will be moved into the new BetterPress & Foil Club 
  • Members who were subscribed to both clubs will be moved into one combined subscription, and the second subscription will be automatically cancelled 
  • Members whose clubs are ending or changing will continue to have full club access through January 5, allowing time to explore and select any new club options 
If you prefer not to continue in the new club, you may cancel before the January billing date.  
 
Am I losing anything if I was in both clubs? 
No. Foiling remains an integral part of the program.  
 
The new BetterPress & Foil Club continues to support foiled designs, with the added flexibility of pressed impressions. 
 
Why is the Wax Seal Club ending? 
Based on member feedback and participation trends, the Wax Seal Club will conclude after the December 2025 shipmentThere will be no future charges    for this club after December. 
 
What is All Clubs Crate? 
All Clubs Crate is the new name for the Caboodle (Want It All) option. 
The updated name reflects what the subscription delivers: every monthly club,        plus exclusive products and premium member benefits. 

What’s included in All Clubs Crate starting January 2026? 
   
All Clubs Crate members will receive: 
  • All monthly club products 
  • A Crate-exclusive die or Press & Foil plate 
  • A coordinating paper pack (10 sheets, 8.5 x 11) 
  • A monthly bonus item 
  • Expanded benefits, including: 
    • 15% everyday discount 
    • One free-shipping coupon per month 
    • Early access to new releases 
    • Priority event registration 
    • Exclusive promotions 
Pricing remains unchanged. 
 
Do I need to do anything to keep my subscription? 
No action is required. Your subscription will transition automatically. 

Members whose clubs are ending or changing will still have access to the club area through January 5, so you can make any new selections before billing occurs.  
 
When do these changes take effect? 
  • Final shipments for BetterPress, Glimmer, and Wax Seal Clubs: December 2025 
  • New BetterPress & Foil Club and All Clubs Crate begin: January 2026 
  • January billing date: January 5, 2026 
Will pricing change? 
No. All club pricing will remain the same. 
 
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 Now it's time to take a look at 
January 2026 Club Kits 
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Happy Stamping!!

The Color Hues Challenge #124 | Cheers to Another Year

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It's time for us to share the next Hues of Color over at the Color Hues Challenge Blog! The colors that have been chosen for you to create with are Gray and Red for the next two weeks! We can't wait to see how you are inspired!
 
My card features Spellbinders NEW Cottage Wall 3D Embossing Folder of the Month (3EOM-JAN26) and Everbloom (CED-JAN26) along with previously released Essential Stylish Ovals (S5-562) and a sentiment from the Birthday Wishes Sentiments (BP-318). The Everbloom die is part of the NEW All Clubs Crate Subscription and not available for individual purchase.
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
Graphite (Retired) A2 Embossed Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Black Essential Stylish Oval: 2 3/4" x 4"
Fog Essential Stylish Oval: 2 1/2" x 3 3/4"
Black Glimmered Sentiment Die Cut: 2 7/16" x 13/16"

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Make sure to head over to the Color Hues Challenge blog to join the fun and see what my talented teammates have created to inspire you!
Happy Stamping!!

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Spellbinders | Ski-Son's Greetings

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 As we get ready to ring in 2026 I thought it would be fun to share how I stretched a winter set and created a few New Years cards. My cards feature Spellbinders recently released Ski-Son's Greetings Collection by Simon Hurley.
 
This set of cards feature the Ski Lodge (S5-717), Hit the Slopes (S3-563), Streamline 3D Embossing Folder (E3D-160), Bold Numbers Mix Numbers (BP-243) and Bold Numbers (S7-269)
 
Card #1 
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White A2 Embossed A2 Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
White Sentiment Strip: 2 7/8" x 1/4"
White Sentiment Die Cut: 2 1/8" x 3/8"

Card #2
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White A2 Embossed A2 Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
White Sentiment Strip: 2 7/8" x 1/4" 
White Sentiment Die Cut: 2 1/8" x 3/8" 
   
Card #3
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White A2 Embossed A2 Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
White Sentiment Strip: 2 7/8" x 1/4"
White Sentiment Die Cut: 2 1/8" x 3/8"
 
 Card #4
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White A2 Embossed A2 Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
White Sentiment Strip: 2 7/8" x 1/4"
White Sentiment Die Cut: 2 1/8" x 3/8" 
 
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Ski-Son's Greetings Collection by Simon Hurley
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Sunday, December 28, 2025

Spellbinders | Beautifully Imperfect

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Today I'm showcasing the Tangled Threads (S4-1481) that was part of the Beautifully Imperfect Collection that was recently released. This set allows us to add faux stitching accents to our card designs.
 
For my card I combined it with the Be Bold Blooms (S5-502) and a sentiment from Birthday Wishes (BP-318) to create a floral Birthday card. The pattern paper used is from the Farm House Market 6x6 pad by Carta Bella.
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
Text Pattern Paper A2 Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
Floral Pattern Paper Panel: 3 3/4" x 5"
Gingham Pattern Paper Strip: 1 1/2" x 5"
White Stitched Strip: 1" x 5"
White Sentiment Die Cut: 2 3/4" x 11/16"
 
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*Also Used Farm House Market 6x6 Pad by Carta Bella 
 
Happy Stamping!!