Beyond the Borders: Helen's 3 Mixed Media Projects with Ephemeral Edges 🕊️✨

If you’ve ever struggled with how to blend your collage papers into your backgrounds, Helen is here to show you how it’s done! 🙌 Using papers from the Ephemeral Edges pack, she created three projects that prove art doesn't have to stay inside the lines. 🖌️🌌

By layering these papers with STAMPlorations stencils and stickers, Helen has achieved a look that is both deeply textured and light as air. Let’s dive into her creative process.

🌿 Vintage Visions: CraftyField Shares Four Ways to Bloom with Faded Botanicals 🦋

There is something deeply satisfying about a project that looks like it has a secret to tell. 📜 Our latest design team showcase features four stunning projects from the talented CraftyField, all centered around the ethereal Faded Botanicals collage paper pack. 🥀

By pairing these organic textures with a few choice STAMPlorations stamps and dies, CraftyField has mastered that elusive balance of "shabby" and "sophisticated." Here’s a closer look at how she brought these vintage visions to life:

🌸 [Paper Goods Showcase] Springing into Creativity with Stephanie! 🌸

Hello, STAMPfriends! We're excited to have the incredibly talented Stephanie Severin back for our Paper Goods Showcase! If you’ve been looking for ways to stretch your stash and create stunning, layered cards without the stress, you are in for a treat.

Today, Stephanie shows us how to perfectly pair our Newsprint Blooms Ephemera Tiles with the Mixed Media Spring ATCs. Her cards are a masterclass in "collage chic," proving that with the right paper goods, a high-end look is just a few snips away! ✨

Edgy Foundations & Retro Vibes with Shirley Bampton! 🛠️✨

Welcome back to the blog! Today, we are shining the spotlight on some incredible inspiration from the talented Shirley Bampton.

If you’ve been wondering how to bridge the gap between "gritty" collage papers and polished card designs, Shirley is showing us exactly how it's done. She used the Analog Grunge pack—one of the standout sets in The Art Journaler's Essentials Trio.

February Winners

 It's time to announce winners of the February ATG challenge, as well as winners drawn from blog posts and IG posts that were published throughout the month. All the winners were randomly chosen by Random.org.

Vintage Dreams & Botanical Blooms: A Mini Book Masterpiece by Monika🌸✨

Hello, STAMPfriends! I (Shery) have been swooning over the latest inspiration from the talented Monika. Her recent mini book project is a masterclass in soft, romantic layering and vintage-inspired design. At the heart of her creation is the Faded Botanicals collage paper pack—a dreamy collection of script, florals, and weathered textures that provides the perfect "old-world" foundation for any mixed-media project. Even better? This stunning paper pack is a lead feature in our curated The Botanical Maker's Trio, making it easier than ever to achieve this cohesive, ethereal look.

Monika's mini scrapbook/journal starts strong with two incredible cover designs that set a beautiful, vintage-inspired tone.

Crafting with The Coffee House: Brew-tiful Inspiration from Chris ☕️✨

If you’re a coffee lover and a paper crafter, you’ve just found your new favorite stash! Today we are shining a spotlight on The Coffee House collage paper pack—a collection that perfectly captures the warmth of a fresh brew and the cozy vibes of a local cafe. Whether you're documenting your morning routine or sending a "latte" love to a friend, these papers provide the perfect caffeine-infused foundation. ☕️📜

Celebrating International Women’s Day & Coffee Lovers!

Hey, STAMPfriends! Thanks for stopping by. I'm proud to be part of the Instagram Hop for International Women's Day! The hop starts here, and you'll find STAMPlorations on IG here. The stop before me is here, and right after me is here. ☕✨

Even though this is an Instagram event, I love sharing projects here on the blog + I am offering a special prize to be won by someone who comments on this blog post! If you want more chances at winning, hop on over to Instagram and follow all the stops. There are so many awesome sponsors (including STAMPlorations, of course!) and almost $400 worth of prizes.

Anyway I had some fun in my studio creating projects that celebrate the strength of women, and, of course, our collective love for a good brew.

{MARCH 2026 CHALLENGE} Anything Goes

Last month’s challenge gallery is full of beautiful projects! A huge thank you to everyone who joined the fun!

Winners will be revealed on the 10th, so mark your calendars and check back to see if you’ve won. 

Didn't play in last month's challenge? You can still win because there will be at least three winners that will be picked from those who left comments on all posts we published here on the blog and on our Instagram account. If you want to increase your odds of winning, simply comment on all posts we published here and on Instagram from February 1. You have until March 8 to leave comments.

Anyway, it’s a brand new month, which means a brand new challenge is officially live!

A New Way to Play: Introducing The Anthology Project Trios!

Over the last two weeks, it's been great to see the response to the new addition to the STAMPlorations Paper Goods line. Your comments and the incredible projects from the STAMPgirls have shown me how much you love these new designs.

I’ve also been listening to your feedback. While many of you loved the idea of the full 9-pack Anthology, I heard that some of you wanted a way to grab the papers that fit your specific crafting style without committing to the full collection just yet.

I’m thrilled to announce that the Anthology is now available in three curated Project Trios—and they are ready to ship!

Instead of waiting for the individual release on March 15, you can now grab a themed bundle of 3 full packs for just $21. This is the perfect way to get the papers you’ll use most at a special bundle price.

🏗️ Grit and Grace: Unveiling Industrial Patchwork with Stephanie Severin ✨

Happy Wednesday, STAMPfriends! We're bursting with excitement to introduce you to the last pack in The Artistic Crafter's Collage Paper Anthology, vol. 1. This stunning collection, available for pre-order until tonight, March 4, is a true mixed-media artist's dream, featuring 9 unique and incredibly textured paper packs.

Today, we're putting the spotlight on Industrial Patchwork—a pack that beautifully blends grit and grace. To show you just how versatile and inspiring these papers are, guest designer Stephanie Severin, has created two gorgeous projects to share with you. Get ready to be inspired. ✨

Industrial Patchwork: Unveiling the Grit and Grace

☕ A Vibe Check, S'il Vous Plaît! Introducing The Parisian Café with Helen

Prepare to be swept away on a wave of vintage charm and effortless sophistication. We're incredibly excited to announce The Artistic Crafter's Collage Paper Anthology, Vol. 1, a curation of nine stunning new paper packs designed to ignite your mixed media and collage adventures. We've brought together a collection of themes that speak to every creative soul, and today, we're spilling the beans (or should we say, the café au lait?) on one of our most coveted packs.

Say bonjour to The Parisian Café. 🥐 This pack is your passport to the cozy corners and sun-dappled tables of a classic Parisian bistro. And we're not just teasing you with beautiful papers—we have the incredibly talented Helen Gullett to show us exactly how these designs come to life. Her projects are a masterclass in combining collage papers with stamps and stickers, and we can't wait for you to see them. But first, let's take a closer look at the stunning pages that inspired it all.

💖 A Love Letter to Leisure: The Parisian Cafe Papers