Hi, friends! I am SO excited to share today’s project with you! I’ve been having such a blast playing with our watercolor pencils and I’ve been anxious to share some stunning techniques using the brand-new “Happy Hibiscus” stamp set! ? This vintage-style card has a LOT going on—heat embossing, soft watercolor washes, and blended shading […] The post Watercolor Pencil Techniques with Heat Embossing appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Well, hello, my friends! I know it’s been a little while since my last post, and if you’ve been wondering where I’ve been—well, life has been busy! Between working (and learning) on my other businesses, and a few exciting new projects, the days have been flying by. But don’t worry, I’m still here, and I’ve […] The post Framed Scenes Lighthouse Card – Watercolour Pencils appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Watercolor pencils have been around forever, and I’ve been using them for over 20 years—but I just discovered some brand-new techniques that blew my mind! I’ve always loved the soft, blended effects that watercolor pencils create, but recently, I started experimenting and found some creative and unexpected ways to use them. In the first part […] The post Surprising Watercolor Pencil Techniques You Need to Try! appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Hi friends! Today, I’m excited to share two awesome techniques that will add a whole new level of creativity to your cardmaking. Whether you’re an experienced stamper or just starting out, these ideas are simple, fun, and yield stunning results. Featured Stamp Sets: Ocean Friends & Beauty of the Deep To demonstrate these techniques, I […] The post Heat Embossed Kissing Technique + DIY Stamps | Ocean Friends & Beauty of the Deep appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Today, I used the Ocean Friends Bundle for the first time (it’s in our new mini catalogue), and of course, I love it! The coordinating DSP is absolutely awesome, too. This bundle, which is part of a suite, feels so perfect for me living on the East Coast. I can’t wait to make more cards […] The post Hello Friend (Ocean Friends Bundle) appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Hello friends! I’m so thrilled to share that the January–April 2025 Mini Catalogue is finally here, and so is the much-anticipated Sale-A-Bration (SAB) promotion! It’s time to celebrate all the incredible new products, kits, and FREE goodies available now! Click here to view the Mini Catalogue online! Click here to view the Sale-A-Bration brochure! Click […] The post The New Mini Catalogue & Sale-A-Bration Have Arrived! ? appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Hi Friends!?✨ I’m thrilled to share something super special with you! Whether you’re an avid stamper or just love exploring new crafting ideas, I think you’re going to adore my brand-new 6-Project Colour Tutorial Bundle! ? This exclusive PDF tutorial bundle is packed with six beautifully designed projects to spark your creativity and make your […] The post New! “The Creativity Files” Tutorials! appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Hello, friends! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas filled with joy, love, and all the little things that make the season special. As we step into the New Year, I’m excited to share a fabulous cardmaking tutorial with you! Using scrap strips of patterned paper is one of my favourite ways to create quick […] The post Step Up Your Scrap Strip Backgrounds with Embossing! appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Hello, my friends! ?Are you in a pinch to finish your Christmas cards? Today I’m going to show how I created 14 beautiful cards with unique background layers and a mix of current, retired, and upcoming Stampin’ Up! products! A few days ago, I decided to revisit some embossing folder techniques I hadn’t tried in […] The post Last-Minute Christmas Cards: Background Techniques & 14 Card Ideas appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more

Hi Friends! For this month’s “Leader’s Project Sheet” tutorial, I created an easy birthday card with a classic versamark and “Soft Pastels” (chalk) technique. Using a combination of textured stamping, heat embossing, and layered details, this card features the beautiful Sketched Butterflies Bundle, paired with Textured Floral and Tune In stamp sets. Here’s everything you […] The post Soft Pastels Birthday Card appeared first on Tina Zinck, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ..read more