Happy Wednesday, friends! It’s time for another episode of Making the Cut—my monthly die-cutting series with Simon Says Stamp! This month, I’m sharing a trio of adorable triangle-shaped tag ornaments that are perfect for gift-giving or holiday décor. These clever new dies from the Simon Says Stamp and Everything Else release make quick, easy, and…
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Haunting Halloween Card with Postage Collage and Die Cuts (October 2025 Making the Cut)
It’s time for some spooky-cute crafting magic! Today I’m sharing a die-cut Halloween card featuring Simon Says Stamp Halloween dies and the Waffle Flower A7 Postage Collage Dies and Stencils. This 5×7 card combines a postage-style background with miniature Halloween vignettes in each frame. I mixed and matched several of my favorite Simon Says Stamp…
Create Easy Flower Backgrounds with Die Cuts
Welcome to the August 2025 edition of Making the Cut! This is my monthly series over on the Simon Says Stamp YouTube channel where we dive into all things die cutting. This month, we’re creating easy flower backgrounds using one of my favorite techniques: repeating die cuts! In addition to the groovy flower design on…
Design a BREATHTAKING Floral Card That Blooms with Style! (Simon Says Stamp July 2025 Making the Cut)
Learn how to create a breathtaking floral bouquet die-cut card with this easy-to-follow tutorial! In this Simon Says Stamp Making the Cut series video, I’ll show you how to craft a stunning floral arrangement using dies and cardstock. From selecting the perfect flowers to assembling the bouquet, we’ll cover all the steps to create a…
COLOR Your Embossed Die Cut Pencils with MARKERS! (June 2025 Making the Cut)
Welcome to the June 2025 edition of Making the Cut for Simon Says Stamp! In this easy DIY tutorial, I’ll show you how to use markers to color your die-cut and embossed pencils and give them a vibrant makeover. Perfect for teachers, students, or even crafty enthusiasts, this simple technique is a great way to…
MAGICAL Cardmaking Secrets with Vellum! (Simon Says Stamp May 2025 Making the Cut)
Unlock the secrets to creating stunning card with vellum in this May 2025 edition of Making the Cut for Simon Says Stamp. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, you won’t want to miss these vellum cardmaking secrets revealed! Get ready to elevate your cardmaking game and create breathtaking cards that will impress anyone….
Repetitive Elements for Impact! (April 2025 Making the Cut)
Welcome to the April 2025 Edition of Making the Cut! Making the Cut is my monthly series for Simon Says Stamp where we focus on all things die cutting. This month learn how to make a bigger impact with repetitive elements in your design, visuals, and storytelling! Repetitive elements are a powerful tool to create…
Create An Elegant Easter Egg Nest Handmade Card (Making the Cut March 2025)
Learn how to create a stunning and elegant Easter egg nest handmade card for your loved ones this Easter season featuring lots of gorgeous Simon Says Stamp dies! In this tutorial, I’ll show you a step-by-step guide on how to craft a beautiful and unique Easter card that will surely impress your friends and family….
Die Cutting MADE EASY with Unique Floral Tips! (Simon Says Stamp February 2025 Making the Cut)
Learn how to create beautiful and intricate floral card designs with Simon Says Stamp die cuts, stencils, stamps, and inks! With these easy-to-follow tips and tricks, you’ll be able to create stunning die-cut flowers and designs that will elevate your craft projects. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, this video is packed with…
Make a Trio of Gift Boxes + Unboxing [Tips + Tricks!] of the Intri-Cut from Gina K Designs
Cute packaging for chocolates and gift cards is easy with the darling Sweethearts Box from Simon Says Stamp! Join me for the January 2025 edition of my monthly Making the Cut series where I share all the details on how I created this adorable gift boxes and die cut and embossed everything with the Gina…