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STAMPtember® 2025 is here, and it’s an exciting month-long celebration of stamping hosted by Simon Says Stamp! This year marks their 16th anniversary, making it an even more special occasion for card makers and crafting enthusiasts. Throughout September, you can expect a wide range of new product releases, exclusive collaborations, giveaways, and plenty of creative inspiration from talented designers around the world. Whether you’re looking for unique stamp sets, fun dies, or fresh project ideas, STAMPtember® is the perfect opportunity to explore your creativity and try out new techniques. It’s a month dedicated to celebrating the joy of stamping in all its forms!

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Today I’m excited to share a fun and easy card-making project using the Highland Cows stamp set from the latest STAMPtember® release. I created three clean and simple card designs that are perfect for birthdays, thank-you notes, or just sending a thoughtful message. These cards showcase how you can create stunning designs using minimal supplies and a few clever techniques.

For the first card, I stamped the main sentiment in Lumberjack Plaid Distress Ink, adding a small sub-sentiment for a playful touch: “I herd it’s your birthday.” The focal image is a large Highland cow stamped in Mocha Positively Saturated Ink, left uncolored for a rustic, clean look. To finish, I added small stars from the stamp set in red to frame the sentiment and balance the composition.

The second card follows a similar layout but with a slight variation. I stamped two cows facing each other in Mocha ink to create a different focal point. For the sentiment, I layered “Thank you” and “Friend” using black and red inks. Masking with a Post-it note helped me achieve precise placement. I also added a few stars in black and red to complement the sentiment and create visual balance.

For the third card, I switched the focal point to a tiny Highland calf stamped in the center. Instead of using the smaller stars, I incorporated a star-and-line element from the stamp set to add visual interest. I paired it with a sentiment from the Birthday Blitz Stamp Set, stamping it in red beneath the black line for a cohesive layered look. This card demonstrates how easily you can mix and match stamps from your stash to create unique designs.

To finish the cards, I framed each panel using the A2 Postage Rectangle Dies. Two panels were adhered using liquid glue, while the third panel was layered with foam tape for added dimension. All panels were then attached to white top-folding A2 card bases, keeping the overall design clean and polished.

I’m so happy with how these three cards turned out! The combination of brown, red, and black inks creates a warm and cohesive color palette, while the simple layouts keep the focus on the adorable Highland cows. STAMPtember® is the perfect time to try new products, mix and match stamps from your stash, and find inspiration from the incredible creations shared by talented designers.

The Simon Says Stamp YouTube channel will have a lot of interesting video content for you! Many industry makers will be posting on their own blogs and social media accounts. Simon Says Stamp’s social media channels will be bubbling with excitement. Follow our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest accounts. Look for the hashtag #STAMPtember2025 and #SSSStamptember and #STAMPtember to discover it all, and be sure to use the hashtags when posting projects you make with STAMPtember® products!

For more details about this big event, check the SSS Blog page – https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/

Here’s a little surprise for all you beautiful people. I have coupon code for you guys. Get this SSS Exclusive Words Of Gratitude Embossing Folder FREE WITH ANY PURCHASE. All you have to do is search for SF527 in the store, add 1 to your card and enter the code THXEF at checkout to this item for free. This offer is valid until 9/3 at 11:59 pm ET.

If you would like to see a video tutorial of how I created this card, check out the link below –

Do check out fun pictures of the project on my Instagram page (@rp_shutterbug). Do tag me on Instagram with pictures of your projects.

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Thank you so much for joining me today. Until next time, stay safe!

Happy STAMPtember®