Taylored Expressions / Second Chance Release

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It's Second Chance season here at Taylored Expressions and we are very excited to add some of our previous GWP items to our collection and add some extras to make them extra fun!  If you missed any of these GWP items during the year, this is your chance to add them now!

Whether you’ve loved these products from the very beginning or you’re discovering them for the first time, this release is designed to help you make the most of every crafty purchase and build a stash you’ll reach for again and again.

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I've used Sweetheart Blooms Layering Stencil on a block of white cardstock using the colors Papaya, Guava, Persimmon, Honeydew Melon, Green Tea inks.

Once this panel was done, it was die cut using the Quilted Cutting Plate Die and the All Planned Out 6 Die.  A frame done in Guava cardstock was done using the Frame in Frame 2 Cutting Plate.  Sentiment was done in black ink using the set Simply Stated Stamp Set.

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My next card uses the Silly Goose stamp set along with the coordinating dies.

The Gingham Background was stamped onto Gumball Cardstock using Sno Cone Ink.  The Silly Goose was colored in using the coordinating stencils using Pink Champagne and Peaches 'n Cream inks.  The Silly Goose was added to a Arch Stacklet that was embossed with the Cloud 9 3D Embossing Folder.  As a final touch, Holographic Stars were added.

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My next card uses the new Porch Goose Die Set to create this colorful card.  The goose was diecut and assembled and added to a ink blended background using Cherry Pop, Candy Corn, Pineapple, Honeydew Melon, and Sprinkles Inks.

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Next up is this new Sunkissed Shores Layering Stencil done with Pink Champagne, Papays, Sprinkles, and Tropical Inks using blender brushes.  These images were paired with a new die set called Petite Scallop Diamond Stacklets along with the Diamond Stacklet Die Set.  The diamonds were arranged over a background done by using the Geo Blooms Embossing Folder.  Sentiment was done in black ink using the set Simply Stated Stamp Set.

Make sure to check out the TE Blog or the website for all the details about the release!  

--Amy ♥

Pinkfresh Studio “Quiet Moments” Release Blog Hop

WELCOME to the Pinkfresh Studio "Quite Moments" Release Blog Hop!

I'm honored to be here to share a beautiful release filled with fun new imagery as well as some florals that Pinkfresh is known for!

I fell in the love with Soft Meadow Stamp and coordinating Soft Meadow Stencil.  I used Sunkissed and Mango Sorbet inks for the oranges on the florals as well as Sunkissed for the background "wave".....LOVE this feature!!  I added some pink to the blooms using Raspberry Bliss Ink.  The leaves were done using Blue Jay and Stargazer inks.  The bold flowers really pop from the soft background of the Sunkissed Ink.  

The panel was die cut using the new Dotted Nested Deckled Rectangles.  A sentiment from Lush Elegance was gold heat embossed and added to a thick almost opaque vellum Dotted Nested Deckled Rectangle.  Some twine and gold pearls were added to finish this card.

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

GIVEAWAYS:

-We will give away the full release on the Pinkfresh blog and YouTube channel. 

-We will give away TEN $50 gift cards along the hop. The winners will be randomly selected from the comments.

Winners will be posted on July 22, 2026, on the Pinkfresh Studio GIVEAWAY PAGE. You must check that page and claim your prize within two weeks.

--Amy ♥

Taylored Expressions / Sweet Stack Cardmaking Kit

Create birthday cards that become part of the celebration with the new Sweet Stack Cardmaking Kit from Taylored Expressions!

This all-inclusive kit makes it easy to craft interactive birthday cards featuring a delightful pop-up surprise. Choose between building a festive four-tier birthday cake or a cheerful stack of presents, then customize your colors to create a card that's perfectly suited for every birthday on your list. The dimensional pop-up design is sure to wow family and friends—and may even earn a special place on the mantel long after the candles have been blown out.

For a limited time, save 15% on the Party Pop Up Die when you purchase the Sweet Stack Cardmaking Kit, giving you even more ways to create interactive birthday cards they'll love.

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My first card uses the main kit PLUS some previously released celebration products.

I used the Sweet Squares Embossing Folder for the front of this card along with the Birthday Girl die in shades of Sweet Potato Pie, Raspberry Sorbet, and Cupcake inks and cardstocks.  

For the inside pop up panel, I used the new Party Pop Up Die to create my pop up cake!  (but this can also be used to make a present stack too!)

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My second card uses the stencil from the kit to make a present stack in the colors of Huckleberry, Macaroon, Lime Zest, and Blueberry.  I added in a big bow from the Stocking Stuffer Die Set.

I finished card with a sentiment from the Birthday Vibes stamp set.  Everything was adhered to a white background die cut using the Pierced Grid Cutting Plate.  To finish, a frame was created using the Squiggle Stacklets.

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As an added bonus, every Sweet Stack Cardmaking Kit purchase includes exclusive early access to a video tutorial from Creative Team member Theary Chea-Tran, where she'll share creative tips, techniques, and inspiration to help you get even more from your new products.

--Amy ♥

Taylored Expressions / Taylor's Birthday Celebration!

Taylored Expressions is celebrating Owner & Creative Director Taylor Van Bruggen's birthday with a collection of new and returning birthday favorites designed to help cardmakers create personalized birthday cards for the people they love.

Birthdays are one of the most common occasions we create for, and handmade cards have a unique way of making someone feel seen, valued, and celebrated. This release is filled with products that make it easy to customize cards for family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, and everyone else on your birthday card list.

From festive birthday sentiments and celebratory imagery to the new Postmarked Birthday Bundle, you'll find plenty of creative possibilities for crafting cards that are as unique as the people receiving them.

There is a new addition to the "Postmarked" collection......Postmarked - Birthday!!  Let's see how I've used it!!

I had fun with this as I've used the Foil It - Postmarked Birthday with Champagne Fun Foil.  Color palette includes Lime Zest, Mulled Wine, Lollipop, and Cotton Candy inks.  I've created a shaker card using the new Bits & Pieces - Sparkly Dots.  To tie everything together, I've stamped the new background, Party Doodles, in Cotton Candy ink onto Cotton Candy cardstock.

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My next card also uses the new background, Party Doodles, but it's been white heat embossed onto Lollipop Cardstock.

For this one, I used the Hooray Hat Die with Lime Zest, Mulled Wine, Lollipop, and Cotton Candy Cardstocks.  A simple sentiment strip using a sentiment from Big Birthday Hugs.  Silver Glitter Drops were added for some sparkle.

Go check out the Taylored Expressions website for all the details on the celebration happening over there for Taylor's Birthday!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TAYLOR!!!

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Featured Promotion 🎁

To celebrate Taylor's birthday, customers will receive a FREE Bitty Strips Stamp Set – Birthday Wishes when they spend $44 or more from Taylor's Birthday Collection. This versatile sentiment set is packed with birthday greetings that pair perfectly with the new release and will quickly become a staple in any birthday cardmaking collection.

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Stamp Joy 2026 Registration is Open! 🎉

Registration is now open for Stamp Joy 2026, Taylored Expressions' annual crafting event and the most joyful weekend of the year!

Whether attendees join in person or participate through the Staycation experience, Stamp Joy offers a unique opportunity to learn new techniques, create exclusive projects, connect with fellow cardmakers, and enjoy a weekend filled with creativity and inspiration.

From educational classes and special guests to exclusive products, giveaways, and exciting surprises, Stamp Joy is designed to help crafters grow their skills, spark new ideas, and build meaningful connections within the crafting community.

Be sure to check out all the details and secure your spot before registration fills up!

--Amy ♥

Taylored Expressions / Sunkissed Summer

SUMMER is here!!

Welcome to the Taylored Expressions new release called Sunkissed Summer!

This release is divided into 2 bundles--

Coastal Collage

and

Beach Bound

The new Sunkissed Summer Collection from Taylored Expressions is designed to help crafters create meaningful cards for the people who matter most. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, sending a thoughtful thank-you, checking in on a friend, or simply sharing a little encouragement, this release makes it easy to stay connected through handmade cards.

The collection features two curated bundles filled with coastal-inspired creativity. The Coastal Collage Bundle combines coordinating stamps, dies, and sentiments that make creating charming seaside-inspired cards effortless, while the Beach Bound Bundle offers endless opportunities for scene building with tropical foliage, beach accessories, flowers, and playful summer details.

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My first card I went with summery blue using Bleu Cheese ink and cardstock.  This card features the new Sketchy Stripes 6x6 Background Stamp that is a free gift this release!

I created my own background by stamping images from Coastal Collage using Bleu Cheese ink.  Sentiment is from the new sentiment set called Sunny Sayings done in white embossing.

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Next up is a fun colorful beach scene using the new Beach Bound product bundle!

I created this cute beach bag with fun "charms" and some Garden Variety Tropical Blooms dies.

The background was done using the Sandy Shores Split 6x6 Background stamp.  Look how cute this is with the addition of the flip flops and the beach hat!

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As a special release-week promotion, customers who purchase any Sunkissed Summer Bundle will receive the new Sketchy Stripes 6x6 Background Stamp FREE. This versatile background adds texture, movement, and interest to a wide variety of projects and pairs beautifully with the coastal and summer themes found throughout the collection.

The free gift is available with the purchase of any Sunkissed Summer Bundle from June 9 at 9 AM CT through June 16 at 9 AM CT, online and in-store while supplies last. Limit one free gift per customer.

--Amy ♥

Taylored Expressions / Across the Miles

Sending handmade love across the miles from Taylored Expressions!

There is a new release today that features all the states and some other fabulous products to coordinate.  

Let's send some love to connect with those far away!

My first card was made to send some birthday wishes to anyone from Kansas!  I love that I can send a smile to friends and family out of state!

I used the Across the Miles Die of the United States in Oat Milk Cardstock across a panel of rainbow striped Taylored Expressions cardstock (I used up scraps too!).  Sentiment from Close at Heart Stamp Set was stamped in bold black ink VersaFine CLAIR.  I used the Across America - Kansas stamp set and added a layered star for approximately where I live.

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My second card uses the Across America - Colorado along with the Across America - Kansas to send love to a friend there!

I brought in the Around Town Heart Stencil and ink blended with Sprinkles and Pink Champagne Inks.  I added some interest by using the Wavy Stitch Stacklets on the perimeter.  Kansas and Colorado were die cut using Toffee Cardstock.  To finish, I added a few die cut hearts for accents along with a sentiment from Close at Heart stamp set.

I wanted to share the back of my card as well.......what a fun way to share your signature that you made the card!!!

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Two Great Ways to Save on Across America

To celebrate the release, we’re offering Double Crafty Rewards Points on the Across America Die & Clear Stamp Set or 20% off the Across America Bundle, making it the perfect time to add all 50 states to your crafty collection and start creating projects that are uniquely personal.

--Amy ♥

Taylored Expressions / Adventure Awaits Cardmaking Kit

Hello!!

Taylored Expressions' Adventure Awaits Collection is a travel-inspired release designed to help cardmakers celebrate life’s meaningful moments through handmade cards filled with heart and connection. ✈️🌍

Whether you’re sending smiles across the miles, celebrating a special trip, wishing someone well on a new adventure, or reminding loved ones they’re never far away, the Adventure Awaits Cardmaking Kit makes it easy to create thoughtful cards that help people feel remembered and loved.

My first card is meant to send to a loved one or friend that you don't see often.  I love the way you can stencil these icons in whatever colors you want!  

My color palette uses Blueberry, Honey, and Oyster inks.  I added my icons to an embossed background using the Cloud 9 3D Embossing Folder.  The sentiment is from one of the Adventure Awaits Insiders that was die cut using the Stitched A2 Layer Stacklets Die Set.  I added some of the small All Together Adventure Icon Dies done in bold black.

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My second card uses the new Road Map Background stamp in Oyster Ink.  I've added more of the Adventure Awaits stenciled icons.  This time the ink colors are Papaya, Persimmon, Green Tea, and Brussels Sprout.

I added a A2 Postage Stamp Stacklet to frame in my travel icons.  The sentiment is from the new Going Places stamp and die set.

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To help inspire your crafty journey, Taylored Expressions is sharing an exclusive early-access tutorial created just for you! In this special video, Creative Team member Theary Chea-Tran walks you through how to create a heartfelt “Sending Smiles Across the Miles” card using the Adventure Awaits Collection.

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This month, every order qualifies for the adorable Critter Crew - Flamingo stamp FREE with any purchase, bringing a bright pop of playful personality to your crafty projects. When your order reaches $100+, you’ll also receive the Fruit Cocktail Die & Stencil Combo FREE!

Whether you’re shopping the new Adventure Awaits Collection, stocking up on essentials, or grabbing products from your wishlist, now’s the perfect time to treat yourself and pick up a few extra crafty goodies along the way.

Don’t wait too long — these freebies are only available through May 31st while supplies last!

Shop the full Adventure Awaits Collection now at Taylored Expressions!

--Amy ♥