Lately I’ve noticed a couple of really good sales popping up in the craft world — especially from Spellbinders and Concord & 9th. Both are being framed as holiday sales, but what I actually love is that many of the discounted items are not holiday-specific at all (hello, evergreen staples 👏).
That makes these sales perfect for stocking up on products you’ll genuinely use all year — not just tuck away for one season.
✨ My Top Picks from Spellbinders
Be Bold Blooms Etched Dies
This one instantly caught my eye because I love bold florals that don’t require a million tiny pieces. The scale of these blooms makes them really approachable — you get maximum impact without overcomplicating the process.
They’re perfect for ink blending, simple shading, or even just cutting from solid cardstock when you want a quick but striking card. I also really like that they work just as well for clean designs as they do for layered, more detailed projects.
Honestly, this is exactly the kind of die set I’d recommend to someone building their stash — and yes, it’s already in my basket because I know I’ll reach for it again and again.
Butterfly Swirl Press Plate & Die Set (BetterPress)
I’ve literally just received this in the post and I’m so excited to put it through its paces. The detail on this press plate is even more beautiful in person — elegant, fluid, and not at all fussy, which is exactly my kind of design.
I love that it includes the matching die too, because it gives you options: keep it clean and pressed directly onto the card base, or cut it out and add a little dimension. Butterflies are such a timeless motif, and this one feels like it’ll work for so many occasions without ever feeling dated.
This is very much a treat-yourself kind of product — the sort you reach for when you want a card to feel polished and a bit special… and I already know it’s going to be a favourite.
Pressed Bouquet Press Plate (BetterPress)
This press plate is just chef’s kiss for elegant cardmaking. I’m such a fan of floral imagery that feels soft, detailed, and refined, and this bouquet absolutely hits that mark. It’s perfect for letting the press work shine — no overthinking, just beautiful results.
I love how this kind of design works across so many occasions: birthdays, sympathy cards, thank yous, even weddings. Pair it with a simple sentiment and you’ve got a finished card that feels really high-end.
This is another one I’m planning to order myself while it’s on sale, because I know it’ll be a staple whenever I want something clean, classic, and impactful.
✨ My Top Picks from Concord & 9th
Merry Trees Dies
This is such a clever die set — festive, yes, but not locked into just one look. I love that the trees can be dressed up or kept really clean and modern depending on how you use them. They’re perfect for Christmas cards, winter projects, and even more graphic, non-traditional designs if you play with colour.
What really sold me is how versatile they feel for mass-making cards without everything looking identical. You can mix heights, colours, textures, and sentiments so easily. This is one of those Christmas sets that actually earns its storage space every year.
Red Foil Paper
I’ll be honest — this is a restock for me. Red foil paper is one of those essentials that you don’t think about until you suddenly need it… and then nothing else will do.
It’s perfect for sentiments, accents, die cuts, and small details that instantly elevate a card. I love having this on hand because it works for Christmas, Valentine’s, anniversaries, and even bold birthday cards. It’s practical, reliable, and exactly the kind of thing I always grab during a sale.
Plaid Turnabout™ Stamp
This is such a Concord & 9th classic — and for good reason. Turnabout stamps look impressive, but they’re actually really satisfying to use once you get into the rhythm, and this plaid design is incredibly versatile.
I love how it works across seasons: traditional Christmas plaids, cosy autumn tones, soft neutrals, or even bold modern colour palettes. It’s one of those background stamps that gives you so much mileage because it never feels dated.
This is absolutely a set I’d recommend if you enjoy ink blending, experimenting with colour, or creating backgrounds that do the heavy lifting for you.
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