I am still so proud of the design of my Million Dollar Stamp Set. I was able to show it off with so many ideas in August 2025. I have always called this a Technique Stamp Set, and in the blog post I shared lots of Technique ideas for you. You can see those ideas on my blog HERE. In September 2025, I shared even more ideas HERE

The Scenic Coast Specialty Designer Series Paper was designed for my stamp set! It will be available starting May 5, 2026. It is part of the SCENIC COAST SUITE COLLECTION that you will want to get!

A Beachy Card Using the Happy Place Stamp Set

For this project, I used my Happy Place Stamp Set along with the brand new Scenic Coast Designer Series Paper (coming soon!).

The soft coastal background paired with that bold, shiny embossed sentiment is just the perfect combination. Heat embossing really makes your focal point POP—especially over patterned paper like this.

Looking for more ideas? Visit my complete guide to cardmaking techniques here:
https://txstampin.com/card-making-techniques/

Video Tutorial

Want to see exactly how this card comes together? Watch the full Technique Spotlight class here

My goal is to inspire you and help you with your cardmaking. I invite you to watch me on my YouTube Channel every Monday night at 7:00 PM Central…the live chat community is amazing, and you are invited to be a part of it!

What is Heat Embossing?

Heat embossing is a simple technique where you:

• Stamp with a sticky ink (like VersaMark)
• Sprinkle embossing powder over the image
• Heat it until it melts into a smooth, raised finish

It looks fancy… but I promise—it’s easier than you think. No stress!

My Go-To Heat Embossing Tips

Here are a few of my favorite tips to help you get great results every time:

Use an Anti-Static Tool (Embossing Buddy)

This keeps embossing powder from sticking where you don’t want it (game changer!).

Preheat Your Heat Tool

Let it warm up for a few seconds before you start heating—this helps reduce warping.

Heat from Underneath First

Start heating from the back of your cardstock to keep powder from blowing away.

Watch for the Shine

As soon as the powder turns glossy… STOP. That’s your cue! You can over-emboss!

Clean Up Before Heating

Use a small paintbrush to remove stray powder specks before you heat.

Want the Full Step-by-Step PDF?

If you love having everything in one place…

When you place a $50+ order in April 2026, I’ll send you the Technique Spotlight Class PDF straight to your inbox!

👉 Shop here:
https://www.sharonarmstrong.stampinup.net/

(Be sure to opt in so I can send it to you!)

I am also offering the PDF in my tutorial store along with the other Technique Spotlight classes!

Ideas to Decorate the Inside of Your Cards

Love Learning Techniques?

This class is just one of many!

My Technique Books (Vol. 1 & 2) include 110 cardmaking techniques with step-by-step instructions and video tutorials.

Check them out here: https://txstampin.com/shop/

Shiny Seashells

You may notice that my seashells are shiny…packing tape is the trick. My friend and team member Nicole Spinnato shared this with us during our team meeting, and I loved it!

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