Saturday, May 30, 2026

Magical Card with Lavinia & Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our brand focus is on Lavinia! It's always fun to mix and match the stamps to build a scene. The background is blended Lavinia Elements inks with a little Lindy's Magical Shakers powder sprinkled on for some sparkle.


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps


Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

Lindy's Stamp Gang Magical Shakers - Under the Sea #2
Lavinia Elements ink pads - Violet Chalk, Lime Punch, Soft Cygnet
VersaFine Clair ink pad - Nocturne










Wednesday, May 27, 2026

New Sizzix Collection from Eileen Hull

Get ready — the new Eileen Hull Sizzix Collection is here, and we’re celebrating!
If you missed the live Sizzix Release Party be sure to catch the replay. Eileen broadcast from the Creativations show, bringing together her amazing creative team from all around the world. You got an up-close look at the fabulous project samples created by the team so you don't want to miss out.


The May release includes seven exciting new products:
• The fan-favorite Garden Gate Album die — brought back by popular request
• Five brand-new Thinlits sets
• A beautiful new embossing folder
We can’t wait to see what YOU create with the new collection! Be sure to share your projects in the Eileen Hull Fan Club so we can continue inspiring each other and celebrating creativity together.
Thank you for being part of this amazing journey with us!



Here is what Eileen has to say about her new collection:
The May 2026 release from Sizzix designer Eileen Hull is filled with vintage charm, florals, and creative possibilities for makers of all kinds. This exciting collection features seven new products, including the return of the beloved Garden Gate Album die by popular demand, five new Thinlits die sets, and a beautiful new embossing folder inspired by watercolor florals. Designed for journaling, cardmaking, mixed media, and dimensional projects, the collection blends Eileen’s signature style of storytelling, texture, and interactive design with endless opportunities for customization and creativity.

My Projects!

I had so much fun creating with this new collection…
I used the Stitched Hearts and Nora Numbers Die Sets to create these cute little felt hearts to use as filler for this mason jar.



Number two is a card made using the new Watercolour Bouquet embossing folder, plus Stitched Hearts and Page Edges Die Sets.

Using the Ephemera Pocket & Tags Die Set, I created a little gift package to house a pair of earrings. (Embellished using the 
Stitched Hearts and Page Edges Die Sets.)



The Scoreboards Garden Gate Album Die is a classic that is being re-released! I made this little album with blank pages inside and a removable signature.

Finally, I also used the Garden Gate Album Die to make this card that is perfect to send to a gardening friend.


Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the
Release Party!

Get connected with Eileen:

Find it on the Sizzix Website - the Eileen Hull Hub! Besides inspiration, you will also find die assembly videos and exclusive content. Check it out today and watch it grow!

Are you a member of the Eileen Hull Fan Club? Join the 8700 other members to share ideas, inspiration, sources, challenges and make some fabulous friends. Above all, make sure to answer the questions so we know you are legit! Watch her Lives at Eileen Hull Designs Facebook or her YouTube on Tuesdays at 6:00 Eastern for project ideas, techniques, inspiration and creative community. Additionally, you can also find Eileen on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.

Tune into Eileen’s live videos! (You can watch the replays on her YouTube channel or Eileen Hull Designs Facebook.)






Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Chou & Flowers Mushroom Card with Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our theme is Anything Goes! I got this super cute little Chou & Flowers Mini Mushroom stamp and the 6" x 6" Craft Consortium paper pad, The Collector and I think they worked well together.


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps


Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

Chou & Flowers stamp - Mini Mushroom
AALL & Create stamp set - Everyday Sentiments
AALL & Create die set - Holey Fun
Craft Consortium paper pad - The Collector
Lindy's Stamp Gang Starburst Sprays - Industrial Chic
VersaFine Clair ink pad - Nocturne
watercolors









Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Colorful Card with Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our brand focus is on Chou & Flowers! I created a colorful card that will hopefully brighten someone's day.


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps


The base layer is a gel print. Over that I layered a Quirky Post die cut that I stenciled using the Kaleidoscope stencil and Autumn Leaves Lindy's spray. The pre-printed Chou & Flowers Vibrations Artist die cuts were easy to add and look so cute!

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

Chou & Flowers stencil - Kaleidoscope
Chou & Flowers die cuts - Vibrations Artist
AALL & Create die set - Quirky Post
AALL & Create stamp set - Everyday Sentiments
Lindy's Stamp Gang Starburst Sprays - Autumn Leaves
Gel Press print








Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Anything Goes! PaperArtsy Mixed Media Card with Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our theme is Anything Goes! My sewing machine is out so I thought I'd make a mixed media card with a scrappy fabric base.


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps


First I sprayed some strips of plain muslin fabric using Lindy's Stamp Gang Moon Shadow Mist - Smoky Sapphire. When it was dry, I tore it into strips and stitched them onto the card base. I also stenciled onto the background with Parisian blue paint, then stitched on my focal image from the Lynne Perrella 71 stamp set.

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

PaperArtsy stamp set - Lynne Perrella 71
Studio Light Mask - X Background
AALL & Create stencil - Microscope Views #62
Lindy's Stamp Gang Moon Shadow Mist - Smoky Sapphire
VersaFine Clair ink pad - Nocturne
Lavinia paint - Parisian
watercolors
black texture paste








Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Fresh Fish Card with PaperArtsy & Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our brand focus is on PaperArtsy! I chose to use two cool sets from designer Gwen Lafleur, EGL28 and EGL15.

Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps


First I spritzed a sheet of Dura-Lar acetate film with Lindy's Time Travel Teal spray and water and let it dry overnight. Then I cut a base layer from a blue Gel Press print and stamped on with the EGL28 stamp set. I layered cut pieces of the Dura-Lar over the background with the fussy cut fish. I used my sewing machine and a long stitch to sew it all together.

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

PaperArtsy Gwen Lafleur stamp set - EGL28
PaperArtsy Gwen Lafleur stamp set - EGL15
Lindy's Stamp Gang Starburst Sprays - Industrial Chic (Time Travel Teal)
Creative Expressions Wordies Sentiment Sheets - Happy Birthday
Gel Press print
Grafix Dura-lar plastic sheets
colored pencils







Wednesday, April 22, 2026

AALL & Create Wedding Card with Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our theme is Anything Goes! I decided this was a great opportunity to make my son's wedding card.


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps


First I created a soft background using Lindy's Stamp Gang Moon Shadow Mist - Gossamer Gold. I went light on the mist and used lots of water so it would be a subtle background. It still has plenty of glimmer though and catches the light nicely! I stamped the flowers (Petal Therapy #684) over it with waterproof ink and then added some watercolor.

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

Visible Image stamp set - Go To Words
AALL & Create stamp set - Petal Therapy #684
Lindy's Stamp Gang Moon Shadow Mist - Gossamer Gold
VersaFine Clair ink pad - Nocturne
watercolors








Monday, April 20, 2026

"Let's Get Sewing" with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies

The theme for this month is “Let's Get Sewing” and I am totally on board for that! I love incorporating sewing and embroidering in my Eileen projects. For this month, I made two decorative pillows that Eileen will be able to use in her new vintage trailer.


Lisa Hoel for Eileen Hull - Let's Get Sewing  decorative pillows#creativejuicefreshsqueezed #EileenHull  #eileenhulldesigns  #sizzix #mymakingstory #TeamEileen #mysizzixstory

These are covers made for 12 and 8 inch pillow forms. For the larger pillow, I made a pieced quilt block strip to applique onto the base fabric.

Lisa Hoel for Eileen Hull - Let's Get Sewing  decorative pillows#creativejuicefreshsqueezed #EileenHull  #eileenhulldesigns  #sizzix #mymakingstory #TeamEileen #mysizzixstory


On the 8 inch pillow, I was inspired by Madeline Arendt to make a woven heart applique using two cuts from the Tunnel Arches Die Set. I first ironed light interfacing on to the fabric pieces to give them more support and to keep the edges from fraying. Then I cut the arches shapes with the die set. After marking the lines with an erasable fabric pen, I cut the "weave" strips carefully with scissors and then interwove them together before sewing it onto my pillow cover base.


Lisa Hoel for Eileen Hull - Let's Get Sewing  decorative pillows#creativejuicefreshsqueezed #EileenHull  #eileenhulldesigns  #sizzix #mymakingstory #TeamEileen #mysizzixstory

The tongues on the side were cut from felt using the Tunnel Arches Die Set. I used several of Eileen's retired flower dies to cut shapes from felt with I embroidered and stitched onto the pillow cover.

Lisa Hoel for Eileen Hull - Let's Get Sewing  decorative pillows#creativejuicefreshsqueezed #EileenHull  #eileenhulldesigns  #sizzix #mymakingstory #TeamEileen #mysizzixstory


Thanks for stopping by! Be sure to 
check out what my fellow designers have making for the month.

Supplies Used:

Eileen Hull Tunnel Arches Die Set
Eileen Hull Stitchy Flowers Die Set
Eileen Hull Flower, Layers w/ Heart Petals Die
Eileen Hull Flower, Heart & Soul Die
Eileen Hull Flower, Romance Die
Eileen Hull Spring Leaves Die

Get connected with Eileen:

Find it on the Sizzix Website - the Eileen Hull Hub! Besides inspiration, you will also find die assembly videos and exclusive content. Check it out today and watch it grow!

Are you a member of the Eileen Hull Fan Club? Join the 8700 other members to share ideas, inspiration, sources, challenges and make some fabulous friends. Above all, make sure to answer the questions so we know you are legit! Watch her Lives at Eileen Hull Designs Facebook or her YouTube on Tuesdays at 6:00 Eastern for project ideas, techniques, inspiration and creative community. Additionally, you can also find Eileen on FacebookInstagram and Pinterest.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Mother's Day Cards with Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our theme is "Mother's Day/Spring".  I decided to make cards for my Mom and Mother-in-law. I'm all set now for May 10th!


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps

For the background I used a Lindy's Stamp Gang Magical Shakers set - Under the Sea #2. (I wanted to play with them more, so pretty!) I stamped over the backgrounds and colored in the flowers with paint pens.

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

PaperArtsy Stamp Set - Tracy Scott TS007
Hobby Art Stamp Seet - Greetings
Lindy's Stamp Gang Magical Shakers - Under the Sea #2
VersaFine Clair Ink - Nocturne

paint pens









Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Mixed Media Bridal Shower Card with Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our theme is Anything Goes! I made a card for my future daughter-in-law's bridal shower.


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps


I started off with a Gel Press print from my stash. I added some extra layers of paint over it with a brayer and Lavinia Chalk Paint (Parisian). Next I stenciled over the top with Snow White paint using the Craft Emotions The Cook stencil. Finally I used the Let's Eat stamp set to stamp over everything with black ink.

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

Craft Emotions stencil - The Cook
Craft Emotions stamp set - Let's Eat
AALL & Create stamp set - Everyday Sentiments
Gel Press print
Lavinia Chalk Paint - Parisian, Snow White







Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Mixed Media Happy Birthday Card with Topflight Stamps

This week at Topflight Stamps our theme is "Media"! That means we get to play with inks, paints, sprays and all the mixed media goodies. Fun! I created a cheerful birthday card…


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps

I made the background using Lindy's Stamp Gang sprays and Magical Shakers (ink crystals). I love the colors and bit of glimmer in them. I cut the clouds out of a Gel Press print from my stash and the fussy cut PaperArtsy bird stamp has been watercolored.

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!

Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

PaperArtsy Zinis stamp - ZN22
Hobby Art stamp set - Greetings
AALL & Create die set - Regency Bunting #44
AALL & Create die set - Garden Grace #55
Crealies die set - Small Clouds
Lindy's Stamp Gang Magical Shakers - Under the Sea #2 (Octopus Eyes Aqua)
Lindy's Stamp Gang Starburst Sprays - Industrial Chic (Time Travel Teal)
watercolors








Saturday, March 28, 2026

Still Hopping & Celebrating Topflight Stamps' 9th Birthday

This week at Topflight Stamps we're celebrating our 9th Birthday with two Hops and lots of birthday inspiration! You can comment on our blog hop post and Instagram Hop post until March 31st for a chance to win $50 to shop in the store. 


Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps


Here's a closer look at the cards I made for the Hops. The background was created using Lindy's Stamp Gang Magical Shakers – Under the Sea #2 set. I wet watercolor paper and then sprinkled on the powders. Very cool! The festive birthday washi tape is from AALL & Create as is the die set I used (Skycrossed Paradise).

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the Topflight Stamps store for a wide selection of different and hard to find stamps, stencils and other paper crafting supplies from all around the world! Also keep an eye on the Topflight Stamps blog. There is new inspiration posted often!



Topflight Stamps Supplies Used:

AALL & Create die set - Skycrosssed Paradise
AALL & Create washi tape - HBD2U, Blush
Lindy's Stamp Gang Magical Shakers - Under the Sea #2

Creative Expressions Wordies Sentiment Sheets - Birthday









Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Celebrate With a Topflight Stamps Birthday Hop!

 


It's Topflight Stamps 9th birthday and to celebrate, I’ve teamed up with some great designers to showcase celebratory projects using the unique products available at Topflight Stamps. Please hop along with us and see all the inspiring talent from this group of amazing designers! There is a master list of Hop stops on the Topflight Stamps blog! We are also Hopping on Instagram! You can start at the Topflight Stamps account @topflightstamps .

Did we mention there will be prizes?

GIVEAWAY DETAILS
Of course, it wouldn’t be a birthday celebration without prizes! Topflight Stamps is giving four lucky winners $50 Gift Certificates to the store. Two winners will be chosen from commenters on the blog hop and two will be chosen from commenters on the IG hop. For a chance to win, make sure to visit the stops on the hop and leave a comment by March 31st. Winners will be announced on the Topflight Stamps blog on Thursday, April 2nd. U.S.A winners only due to shipping issues. Good Luck!

Let's take a look at the cards I made for our Hop:

Lisa Hoel for Topflight Stamps #creativejuicefreshsqueezed #topflightstamps

I started off making the big one but had lots of pieces and background left so I made another smaller one too. =) The background was created using Lindy's Stamp Gang Magical Shakers – Under the Sea #2 set. I wet watercolor paper and then sprinkled on the powders. Very cool! The festive birthday washi tape is from AALL & Create as is the die set I used (Skycrossed Paradise).


Don't miss the sale also going on over at Topflight Stamps! There is a wide selection of fab stamps and products sourced from all over the world.