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Tina Zinck, Stamping Artist & Creative Educator

Teaching others the art of stamping and paper crafting. Let me show you how to use paper crafting tools and all the different ways you can create with them!

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Beautiful Washi Tape Cards + Easy Pop-Up Mini Album

November 20, 2025 Leave a Comment

HI Friends! If you’ve been following me for a while, you already know I’m a stamper at heart… but today, I fell headfirst into a whole new creative rabbit hole — washi and PET tapes from The Washi Tape Shop. And friends… I’m smitten! Holey … [Read more...] about Beautiful Washi Tape Cards + Easy Pop-Up Mini Album

Filed Under: Card Fold, Handmade Gifts, Holiday, Technique, Video Tagged With: mini album, Quick cards, Washi Tape

How to Make a Star Fun Fold Card (Easy Wow-Factor Design!)

November 8, 2025 57 Comments

Hi Friends! Today I’m excited to share a really fun fold that’s a definite wow: the Star Funfold Card! I’ve made eight different versions, each with a slightly different twist, and they all look amazing. Whether you prefer larger 5" x 7" cards or the … [Read more...] about How to Make a Star Fun Fold Card (Easy Wow-Factor Design!)

Filed Under: Card Fold, Miscellaneous, Video Tagged With: Christmas cards, fancy fold, Grassy Grove, Greetings of the Season, horse and sleigh, Leaves of holly, peaceful boughs, regal reindeer, retired stampin up, ringed of nature, star cards, star fun fold, trees for sale

Ink Drip Technique Cardmaking Tutorial

October 25, 2025 2 Comments

Hi friends! I’ve got another great video to share with you today, and yet another technique inspired by the fabulous Andy Skinner. If you recall, my last video was the Stamp on Paint Technique — and I’m still blown away by all the kind comments on … [Read more...] about Ink Drip Technique Cardmaking Tutorial

Filed Under: Class, DIGITAL PRODUCT, Technique, Video Tagged With: andy skinner, beside me, Countryside, easy cards, enjoy every moment, ink drip, ink technique, Online Class, Quick Card, umbrella days, video

Ink-Over-Paint Technique — Make Stunning and Easy Cards!

October 20, 2025 2 Comments

Hi Friends! Today I’m excited to share a beautiful Ink-Over-Paint Technique that is so simple and so elegant, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you can create a real WOW card. If you enjoy techniques that look like you spent hours in your craft … [Read more...] about Ink-Over-Paint Technique — Make Stunning and Easy Cards!

Filed Under: Technique, Video Tagged With: Christmas cards, christmas tags, fond of autumn, graceful deer, ink on paint technique, ink over paint technique, mass produce, paint technique, Spirited Snowmen, stamp on paint, videos, wizard of oz

23 Years of Memories – My Journey with Stampin’ Up!

October 11, 2025 Leave a Comment

It’s hard to believe it’s been 23 years since I first joined Stampin’ Up! – and oh my goodness, what an incredible journey it’s been! From my very first workshop in 2002 to countless classes, retreats, swaps, and handmade cards, I’ve cherished every … [Read more...] about 23 Years of Memories – My Journey with Stampin’ Up!

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A Heartfelt Farewell After 23 Wonderful Years – A New Chapter Begins

September 26, 2025 8 Comments

Hi Friends. Today’s post is one of the most bittersweet I’ve ever written. After more than 23 wonderful years as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I’ve made the decision to step away at the end of this month. It’s a choice that’s been tugging at my heart … [Read more...] about A Heartfelt Farewell After 23 Wonderful Years – A New Chapter Begins

Filed Under: Miscellaneous Tagged With: beautiful world stamp set, High Tide, ink technique, lovely as a tree, new chapter, peaceful view stamp set, resignation, stamping technique, video

DIY Embossing Folders | Using Dies & Punches

September 23, 2025 Leave a Comment

Hi friends! Today I’ve got something different and super fun to share with you - DIY embossing folders! Have you ever wished you could design your own? Well, I gave this technique a try over the weekend and let me tell you, it’s pretty cool! Of … [Read more...] about DIY Embossing Folders | Using Dies & Punches

Filed Under: Miscellaneous, Technique, Video Tagged With: bookmarks, diy embossing folder, embossing folder, just a note, tags to go, techniques

Easy Ink-Swipe Technique | DIY Autumn Cards with Stamping & Die Cutting

September 13, 2025 Leave a Comment

Hi friends! Today I’m sharing a batch of autumn-themed cards I recently created for my customers and team members. There’s just something about cozy fall colours - warm oranges, golden yellows, deep reds, and earthy greens - that makes cardmaking … [Read more...] about Easy Ink-Swipe Technique | DIY Autumn Cards with Stamping & Die Cutting

Filed Under: Technique, Video Tagged With: autumn trees, easy cards, fall cards, ink swipe, ink-swipe leaf technique, serene stamper sentiment sheets, Technique

9 Cards Made with 3D Embossing Folders

August 23, 2025 2 Comments

Hi Friends! Today I thought it would be fun to just play with my 3D embossing folders and see what I could come up with. I ended up making nine different cards through lots of experimenting, and I thought you’d enjoy seeing the process. I … [Read more...] about 9 Cards Made with 3D Embossing Folders

Filed Under: Technique, Video Tagged With: changing leaves, embossing folder paper piecing, embossing folder technique, exposed brick embossing folder, sunflower embossing folder, videos

Sunflowers, Salsa & Celebrations: A Little Life Lately + A Special Card

August 18, 2025 Leave a Comment

Hi Friends! I hope you've been enjoying summer. As always, it's seems to go by faster and faster every year. I must say, it’s been a whirlwind around here lately! Between canning up a storm in the kitchen, trying to keep the garden alive … [Read more...] about Sunflowers, Salsa & Celebrations: A Little Life Lately + A Special Card

Filed Under: Miscellaneous, Tutorial Tagged With: Free Tutorials, sunflower embossing folder

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Hi! I’m Tina - I’ve been teaching and sharing my love of stamping and paper crafts for more than 20 years. Though I’m no longer a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, my passion for creativity is stronger than ever. I’ll continue sharing ideas, tutorials, and inspiration here on my blog and on my YouTube channel - and I’m so happy to have you along for this new chapter!

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Proud, Grateful & Thankful — A Few Milestones Along My Creative Journey ~ From my Stampin’ Up! years (2002–2025)

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