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Nutcracker Magic Stamps & Dies + Designer’s Free Space

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Nutcracker Magic Stamps & Dies + Designer’s Free Space

September 22, 2025      Winnie Cate Ignacio      Leave a Comment

Sneak Peek Day 4

 

Penny here! Can you believe we’ve already reached the final day of sneak peeks for our September Release?

We’ve shared so many beautiful products this week, and we’re wrapping things up today with a set that truly brings the magic of the holidays to life. ✨

 

Nutcracker Magic Stamps & Dies

Step into the timeless storybook wonder of the season with the Nutcracker Magic Stamps & Dies. Featuring Clara, her Nutcracker, and elegant ballerinas, this set captures the movement and charm of a holiday classic. Add in festive greenery, sparkling stars, and heartfelt sentiments to design cards that feel as enchanting as the ballet itself. Whether you’re crafting whimsical winter scenes or keepsake-worthy holiday greetings, these stamps and dies will let your creativity dance across the page. 🎄💫

 

🎨 NEW FEATURE

Designer’s Free Space – where inspiration has no boundaries! ✨
In this part, our designers aren’t tied to one product combo, they have the freedom to mix and match favorites from the release in any way their creativity leads. The result? Fresh ideas, playful pairings, and projects that might just spark your next crafty session. ✂️💡

Because sometimes the most magical cards happen when we let our creativity wander. 💖

 

Below, you’ll find stunning inspiration from our design team, who have brought this set to life with imaginative detail and holiday cheer.

 

Tell us in the comments which project has your heart, we love hearing your thoughts and seeing which designs spark your creativity.

 

And don’t forget, our new release goes live on Tuesday, September 23rd at 12PM ET.

Set your reminders now!

💖 Want a chance to win a $50 gift card? 💖

It’s easy! Scroll through the sneak peeks and leave a comment at the bottom telling us which project is your favorite.

Nutcracker Magic Stamps & Dies

Featured designs by Bobbi & Kelly

Bobbi Lemanski

SUPPLIES

Stamps: Nutcracker Magic stamps
Dies: Nutcracker Magic dies, In Frames: Oval Dies
Cardstock: Stampers’ Select White, Soft Stone
Ink: True Black
Other: White Gelly Roll Pen, Foam Tabs, Copic Sketch Markers, Bee Creative Precision Glue

TIPS: 

  • Use the In Frames: Oval Dies to create emphasis on the focal point of the card front.
  • A rounded oval frame is softer and more feminine than a square or rectangle for the feature ballerina on this card.
  • Use the greenery swags in the Nutcracker Magic set to “frame” the design and create a storybook look. 
  • Use a fine-tip black marker to add specks around the tiny sparkle design elements to unite them together.

Kelly Lunceford

SUPPLIES

Stamps: Nutcracker Magic
Ink: Vintage Photo, True Black
Paper: Soft Stone, Stamper’s Select White, Pure Poppy
Dies: Nutcracker Magic, Rounded Corners: Stitched
Other: Cascading Stars Hot Foil Plate, Merry Motifs Hot Foil Plate, champagne foil, white gel pen, glossy accents, adhesive gems, shimmer spray 

TIPS: 

  • Add adhesive gems to Clara’s skirt for sparkle and shine.
  • Don’t hesitate to try using two different hot foil plates on one card! Just keep the scale in mind when choosing your design.

Kelly Lunceford

SUPPLIES

Stamps: Nutcracker Magic
Ink: Vintage Photo, Sweet Blush, Berry Sorbet, True Black
Paper: Pinefeather, Sweet Blush, Stamper’s Select White, Pure Poppy
Dies: Nutcracker Magic, In Frames: Ovals, Rounded Rectangles: Pierced
Other: alcohol markers, Fresh Greens Hot Foil Plate, champagne foil, adhesive pearls, sequins, shimmer spray, Glossy Accents

TIPS: 

  • Use a lighter color of ink for the outline of the line-art images for a softer look.
  • Try adding glossy accents to the berries for extra detail.
  • Use the foliage in the opposite corners for a festive touch.

Kelly Lunceford

SUPPLIES

Stamps: Nutcracker Magic
Ink: Spring Rain, True Black, Versamark 
Paper: Spring Rain, Stamper’s Select White
Dies: Nutcracker Magic, Love to Layer: Playful Scallops
Other: vellum, white embossing powder, alcohol markers, Dotted Lines Stencil Collection, white gel pen, glossy accents, adhesive gems, shimmer spray, Merry Motifs Hot Foil Plate, silver foil

TIPS: 

  • Heat embossing the skirt in white on vellum and trim out to give the illusion of a real tutu.
  • Stencil a pattern lightly behind the ballerina for added detail.
  • Use a white gel pen on the berries once the glossy accent has dried for added interest.
Melissa Phillips

Brenda Noelke

Melody Rupple

Betty Wright

Stephanie Guse
Liane Hodges
Seeka
Catherine Cohen

Designer's Free Space

Liane Hodges

Bobbi Lemanski

Melody Rupple

Brenda Noelke

Kelly Lunceford

We hope today’s sneak peek has you inspired to bring the wonder of the season into your crafting! From graceful ballerinas to timeless Nutcrackers, these new designs are ready to add elegance, whimsy, and joy to your handmade cards. 🌟💃

 

Be sure to scroll down and let us know which project captures your imagination, we love hearing your favorites and celebrating creativity together. 💌

 

And the best part is just around the corner! Tomorrow is Release Day, and you’ll finally get the chance to make the September Collection yours. 🎁✨

 

Click HERE to see our September 2025 Release Winners page!

Winners will be announced on September 23rd at 3PM ET.

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