Happy Birthday Taylor!

We are celebrating Taylor's Birthday this week at Taylored Expressions with some fun birthday products! I have two project to share with you, a birthday themed addition to the Postmarked Collection and some cute birthday hats. All the products are available now in the TE Store. 

Let's start with a look at the new Postmarked - Birthday. I have been trying to experiment with new ink combos. Here I used Cupcake, Bubblegum, Spearmint, and Gumdrop Inks. I used a Foil It - Postmarked Birthday Sheet, foiled with Champagne Foil, stenciled and then die cut with the Postmarked Cutting Plate Die. 

The mail box is created with the You're Got Mail Die Set. I used a gold brad to attach the gold foil flag so it can be moved up and down. For the card front I cut a piece of Sugar Cube Cardstock with the Postage Stamp Stacklets. I blended the background with Banana Cream Ink, lightly stenciled clouds with Cupcake Ink, and added the grass with the Set the Scene - Grass Stencil Strips. 

The sentiment is from the new Bold Birthday Greetings Stamp Set.

Next let's celebrate the Birthday Girl! Of course there is Birthday Boy Die being released too! 

To create the hat I used the new Hooray Hat Die with Banana Cream, Mint Julep, Pink Champagne, Papaya, and Tiki Mule Cardstocks and Inks. I also used TE Felt to die cut the top for the hat. 

I used the Birthday Girl Die with Papaya Cardstock and die cut the backing from Pink Champagne Cardstock. The smaller sentiment is from the Big Birthday Hugs Stamp Set. 

The background is die cut with the Squiggle Stacklets and embossed with the Tiny Twinkles Embossing Folder. I blended the background with Banana Cream, Pink Charmpagne, and Papaya Inks. I finished off with some colorful enamel dot. 

Taylor's Birthday Release is Here! 🎉🎂

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.

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.

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!

Important Links

• Shop Taylor's Birthday Collection: https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/whats-new/taylors-birthday/
• Register for Stamp Joy 2026: https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/stamp-joy/
• Learn More About Stamp Joy & Staycation: https://tayloredexpressions.regfox.com/stamp-joy-2026
• View the TE Blog for Additional Inspiration: https://blog.tayloredexpressions.com/blog/2026/06/16/birthday-card-ideas-for-every-celebration/
• Watch the Release Reveal Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MA7GL1zf1bU&t=5s

Happy crafting! Stop by the TE Blog for all the details on the new products, and more inspiration from the team. 

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Happy Birthday Taylor!

It's the Summer Release at Taylored Expressions

There is a new release at Taylored Expressions today and it is all about Summer. There are two bundles to choose from, Beach Bound and Coastal Collage. All the new products are available now in the TE Store. 

My first card features products from the Beach Bound Bundle. The new Beach Bound Die Set creates this cute beach bag along with the flip flops, sunglasses, and hat. The florals are die cut with the new Garden Variety - Tropical Blooms. I listed the ink and cardstock colors I used below. 

I just love the new Wave Edges Dies. There are two dies in the set that die cut the ocean foam and waves. I love the look! I used the Here Comes the Sun Stencil to add the sun filled sky. 

The sentiment if from the Endless Summer Stamp Set and die cut with the coordinating dies. 

Next is a look at the Coastal Collage Bundle. First I stamped the Gallery Wall Background Stamp on Sugar Cube Cardstock with Sour Gummy Ink.

Next I used the Coastal Vibe Stamp Set and coordinating Coastal Vibe Dies to add the images inside each frame. Some of the images are stamped and some of the images are stamped and die cut. This add some fun dimension to the card. 

The sentiment is from the Sunny Saying Stamp Set. I stamped Versamark Ink on Sour Gummy Cardstock and embossed with TE White Embossing Powder. I finished off the card with a few Tiki Mule Enamel Dots. 

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.

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.

Be sure to visit Taylored Expressions to explore the full Sunkissed Summer Collection and discover even more inspiration for sharing joy through handmade cards.

Links:
TE: https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/
Category: https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/whats-new/sunkissed-summer/
Bundles: https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/coastal-collage-bundle/
https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/beach-bound-bundle/

Happy crafting! Stop by the TE Blog for all the details on the new products, and more inspiration from the team. 

 

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It's the Summer Release at Taylored Expressions

Across the Miles

Hi All! Have you ever wanted a die of your home state or maybe a die for your bestie's how state? Well today Taylored Expressions is releasing state die and stamp combos for all the states! Whether you’re sending birthday wishes across the country, encouragement from afar, or a simple “thinking of you,” this release is filled with creative ways to bridge the distance with handmade kindness.

I got to choose two states to work with and I choose California and Ohio. I am native Californian and my husband is originally from Ohio so we have relatives there. 

I die cut the California Clear Stamp & Die Combo from Royal Icing Cardstock and Ohio from Brussels Sprout and blended the edges of each state with the coordinating inks. The background is stamped with the previously released Roadmap 6 x 6 Background Stamps. I used Honeydew Melon ink on Honeydew Melon Cardstock. 

To add the dashed line between the states and stamp the sentiment I used stamps in the new Close at Heart Stamp Set and coordinating dies. The small travel icons are included in the Across the Miles Dies. 

Next up is a look at the new Across the Miles Stamp Set and Dies. I stamped the Across the Miles Map with Toffee Ink on Toffee Cardstock and die cut with the coordinating die. To send birthday wishes from California I die the my state from Royal Icing Cardstock and blended Sour Gummy Ink on the edges. Next I brushed the edges with Versamark Ink and embossed with TE White Embossing Powder. To add to the vibe I added sunglasses, die cut with the Little Bits - Sunglasses Die, and an umbrella die cut with the Under My Umbrella Stamp Set. 

The card front is die cut with the Postage Stacklets from Royal Icing Cardstock and embossed with the Halftone Dots Embossing Folder. The sentiments are from both the Acoss the Miles and Close to My Heart Stamp Sets and Dies. 

Happy crafting! Stop by the TE Blog for all the details on the new products, and more inspiration from the team. 

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Across the Miles

Adventure Awaits

It's the last Tuesday of the Month and time for a new Taylored Expressions Cardmaking Kit! This month's kit is all about travel, making it perfect for both card makers and scrapbookers. The kit is available now in the TE Store. 

I have two card inspired by the new kit. 

Kit Contents:

• Adventure Awaits Layering Stencil 
• Adventure Awaits Coordinating Dies
• All Together Adventure Icons Stamp & Die Combo
• The Insiders - Adventure Awaits

Add-Ons:

• Road Map 6x6 Background Stamp
• Going Places Stamp Set
• Going Places Coordinating Dies
• Sticker to It - Adventure Awaits

The Adventure Awaits Layering Stencil creates five images, the plane, luggage, camera, car, and suitcases. I used all five images between the two cards. I used a color combo of Tiki Mule, Sour Gummy, Cilantro, and Poppy Seed along with VersaFine Clair - Nocturne Ink. 

For the card front I stamped Road Map 6x6 Background Stamp with VersaFine Clair - Nocturne Ink on Salt Water Taffy Cardstock. 

I used the Going Places Stamp Set and Dies to added the sentiments to my cards using Sour Gummy Ink on Sugar Cube Cardstock. I stamped the All Together Adventure Icons Stamp & Die Combo to create the smaller icons. 

For my second card I stamped Versamark Ink on Licorice cardstock with the Road Map 6x6 Background Stamp and embossed with white embossing powder. 

The card front is embossed with the Swiss Dots Embossing Folder. 

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.

Shop the full Adventure Awaits Collection now at Taylored Expressions and find all the supplies used in today’s projects linked below!

Link:
https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/whats-new/adventure-awaits-cardmaking-kit/

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.

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!

Link: 
https://www.tayloredexpressions.com/exclusive-gift-with-100-purchase/

Happy crafting! Stop by the TE Blog for all the details on the new products, and more inspiration from the team. 

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Adventure Awaits

It's Day 2 of the Papertrey Ink May Release Countdown!

Hi and welcome to the Day 1 of the Papertrey Ink May Release Countdown! Today my cards are all about welcoming new babies in the world.  All the new products will be available on May 26th at 12 PM EDT. 

My first two cards today feature the Quilt-It-Baby Die Set and the This is Big Sentiments: Welcome. I really like the idea of quilt squares. There are two different size options for the quilt squares. This is the smaller one. I have listed the cardstocks and ink colors I used below. 

I created the star pattern and die cut the quilt squares from white cardstock. Then I blended Spring Rain Ink to help highlight the stitching. I used Blueberry Sky Cardstock for the card front and used the previously release Cover Plate: Handmade Quilt Die to add the pattern. 

The sentiments are from the new This is Big Sentiments: Welcome. The hat is die cut with dies in the new Build-A-Bear Dies Set. 

Supplies:

Stamps: Quilt-It-Baby, This is Big Sentiments: Welcome
Dies: Quilt-It-Baby, This is Big Sentiments: Welcome, Cover Plate: Handmade Quilt Die, Build-A-Bear, On the Edge: Scallops Collection Die
Ink: Spring Rain, Blueberry Sky, Enchanted Evening, Lemon Tart, Summer Sunrise, New Leaf, Pinefeather, Versamark
Paper: Stamper's Select White, Blueberry Sky, Enchanted Evening, Spring Rain, Lemon Tart, New Leaf, Pure Poppy, Bitty Big Collection: Blueberry Sky
Other: White Embossing Powder, Blending Brushes, Foam Tape

This is the larger option for the quilt square. I stamped the patterns on colored cardstock, colors listed below. After I stamped the pattern I stamped the stitching. I used the Cover Plate: Handmade Quilt Die to add the pattern to the quilt square. 

I added the clouds with the new In Stitches: Starry Skies. There are dies for clouds and stars in this set. 

I used a mix of the Bitty Big Collection: Pale Peony and the Bitty Big Collection: Spring Moss patterned paper for the card front. These are more sentiments from the This is Big Sentiments: Welcome. 

Supplies: 

Stamps: Quilt-It Baby, This is Big Sentiments: Welcome, 
Dies: Quilt-It Baby, This is Big Sentiments: Welcome, In Stitches: Starry Skies, Cover Plate: Handmade Quilt Die
Ink: Summer Sunrise, Hibiscus Burst, Raspberry Fizz, New Leaf, Berry Sorbet, Pure Black, Sweet Blush
Cardstock: Stamper's Select White, Hibiscus Burst, Bitty Big Collection: Pale Peony, Bitty Big Collection: Spring Moss
Other: Button, Twine, Lace, Blending Brushes, Foam Squares

Next up is a look at the cute new Build-A-Bear Dies Set. There are many options for dressing up your bear including some patriotic options. I am going to a baby shower soon so I went with the baby girl option. 

I die cut the bear from white cardstock and then used Distress Inks in Antique Linen and Brushed Corduroy to add the color. I added the flower and leaves with the Into the Blooms: Pressed Flowers Die. 

The sentiment is from the This is Big Sentiments: Welcome. The card front is die cut with the Cover Plate: Gathering Florals. 

Supplies: 

Stamps: This is Big Sentiments: Welcome
Dies: Build-A-Bear, This is Big Sentiments: Welcome, Cover Plate: Gathering Florals, Into the Blooms: Pressed Flowers
Ink: Sweet Blush, Hibiscus Burst, Raspberry Fizz, Simply Chartreuse
Paper: Stamper's Select White, Sweet Blush, Raspberry Fizz, Simply Chartreuse, Cocoa Bean, True Black, Bitty Big Collection: Raspberry Fizz
Other: Distress Inks in Antique Linen and Brushed Corduroy, Pink Gems, Lace

Thanks for stopping by! I will be back tomorrow with more projects to share with the new release. Stop by the PTI Blog for all the details and more inspiration from the team. 

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It's Day 2 of the Papertrey Ink May Release Countdown!

It's Day 1 of the Papertrey Ink May Release Countdown!

Hi and welcome to the Day 1 of the Papertrey Ink May Release Countdown! This month is all about the red, white, and blue, summer get togethers, and new babies! All the new products will be available on May 26th at 12 PM EDT. 

Today I have a fun take on a patriotic card with some floral designs. I used the new Freedom in Bloom Stamp Set and coordinating Freedom in Bloom Dies to create this pretty floral inspired flag. The sentiment I used is also included in the stamp set. 

I created the background with the Cover Plate: Gathering Florals Die. I used Pure Poppy Cardstock and added Stamper's Select White Cardstock behind the die cuts. 

I added vellum across the center of the card and then added the leaves that are die cut with the previously released Into the Blooms: Pressed Flowers Die behind the flag. 

I added a few gold gems to finish off the card. 

Supplies:

Stamps: Freedom in Bloom
Dies: Freedom in Bloom, Cover Plate: Gathering Florals, Into the Blooms: Pressed Flowers Die
Ink: Blueberry Sky, Green Parakeet, Cherry Pop, New Leaf
Paper: Pure Poppy, Stamper's Select White, Gold, Vellum
Other: Gold Gems, Blending Brushes

Thanks for stopping by! I will be back tomorrow with more projects to share with the new release. Stop by the PTI Blog for all the details and more inspiration from the team. 

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It's Day 1 of the Papertrey Ink May Release Countdown!