If you’re looking for gift ideas for the crafter in your life—or if you’d simply like to nudge someone in the right direction with your own wish list—this handpicked list is a great place to start. These are the products I love, use, and trust in my stamping studio. Some I’ve used for years, and others are new discoveries that I now wonder how I ever crafted without!

This guide isn’t meant to be overwhelming or all-encompassing. Instead, it reflects the four brands I confidently reach for again and again: Stampin’ Up!®, Glassboard Studio, Stamp-N-Storage, and a few Amazon helpers that make crafting easier and more enjoyable.

Let’s jump in!

🌸 Stampin’ Up!® — My Longtime Favorite for Creativity

If you’ve followed me for a while, you already know my passion for Stampin’ Up!® runs deep. Their artwork is unmatched, the color coordination makes creating effortless, and the product quality is exceptional. Stampin’ Up!® touches every corner of my craft room, and it’s where I find so much joy in papercrafting.

A few standout favorites perfect for gifting:

• Layers of Beauty Bundle: This is my million-sales stamp set*, and I’m incredibly proud of it. The detailed florals and coordinating stencils make it one of the easiest ways to create layered, dimensional blooms without fuss. It’s a beautiful gift for anyone who loves floral designs.
• Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine: A reliable, well-built die-cutting machine that works with all current Stampin’ Up! dies and embossing folders.
• Paper Trimmer: Durable, accurate, and used every single time I craft.
• Heat Tool: Essential for heat embossing and a wide range of techniques that add texture and shine.

These products coordinate seamlessly with the rest of Stampin’ Up!’s offering, making them a joy to give and to receive.

👉 Shop Stampin’ Up!® here: www.shopwithshelly.com

✨ Glassboard Studio — My New Favorite Crafting Surface

This year brought a brand-new discovery into my craft room: the Glassboard Studio Magnetic Glass Craft Mat. I was invited to collaborate with them, and after trying the mat and accessories myself, I can honestly say it completely changed the way I craft.

Here’s why it’s so special:

• The magnetic surface keeps cardstock, stencils, and templates from shifting.
• The non-porous glass means ink, glue, alcohol markers, and embossing powders wipe right off.
• It’s heat-resistant, perfect for heat embossing.
• The crisp white background of the mat helps with color matching and alignment, and I personally chose the black magnetic platform, which makes all the Stampin’ Up!® colors really stand out.
• And the accessories? The MagInk Trays, magnetic pawns, rulers, and CraftCatchers make the whole system work beautifully together.

If you’re gifting to someone who loves techniques—or wants a cleaner, more dependable workspace—this is a “wow” present that will be used constantly.

👉 Shop Glassboard Studio with my link: glassboardstudio.com/STAMPINGSMILES

Use code STAMPINGSMILES to save 15% exclusively for my followers all year long and more during the Black Friday specials.

🗂 Stamp-N-Storage — Craft Room Organization That Truly Works

Before I had custom cabinetry built with my million-sales achievement bonus, my craft room was powered by Stamp-N-Storage. And honestly? For most crafters, it’s still the best option for beautifully organizing stamps, ink pads, dies, punches, ribbon, cardstock, and all the little extras that come with papercrafting.

Their products are sturdy, well-designed, and sized perfectly for Stampin’ Up! supplies.

A few wonderful gift ideas:

• Paper Holder
• Desk Drawer Cabinet
• Ink Pad Holder
• Ribbon Shelf

If your crafter loves a tidy workspace—or desperately needs one—Stamp-N-Storage is the next best thing to custom cabinetry.

👉 Visit Stamp-N-Storage here: stampnstorage.com/#a_aid=stampingsmiles

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🛒 Amazon Favorites — Helpful Extras that Make Crafting Easier

There are a few things I regularly use in my craft room that Stampin’ Up!® doesn’t carry, and Amazon fills in these gaps nicely. These items make wonderful stocking stuffers or helpful additions to a crafting gift bundle.

Great choices include:

• Magnetic Platform for die-cutting with a Stamp-N-Cut & Emboss Machine or Big Shot
• Embossing pen for highlights and handwriting
• Rectangle, circle, and square stencils for easy backgrounds
• Recoil scissors that are easy to hold and use
• Temporary adhesive to make decisions while designing handmade cards

Your Amazon purchases made using my links provide a small commission, at no additional cost to you, and help support my free stamping tutorials. Thank you for that sweet blessing.

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🎄 I Hope This Guide Helps You Find Something Wonderful!

Whether you’re shopping for a crafter, building your own wish list, or hunting for the perfect Black Friday deals, I hope this curated list makes your holiday shopping a little easier and a lot more fun.

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Thank you for supporting my small business, my tutorials, and this crafting community I love so much. 💗

Save or pin the image below so you can come back to this Crafting Gift Guide anytime you’re ready to shop, browse, or compare options. It’s a handy reference to all my favorite tools, supplies, and organization pieces this holiday season.

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Less than a quarter percent of all Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators reach one million in career sales.

Stampin’ Up!® Black Friday Sale

November 25–December 1, 2025

Save BIG with Stampin’ Up!®’s annual Black Friday sale! Enjoy:

• 40% off select products
• 25% off select adhesive
• 15% off select cardstock

Shop early—popular items may sell out or skip the discount altogether.

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Glassboard Studio Black Friday Sale – Happening Now

The Black Friday Event has officially begun! From November 21–December 1, enjoy 20% off sitewide on Glassboard Studio’s magnetic glass craft mats and accessories.

To receive the 20% savings, please use my link or enter the code STAMPINGSMILES at checkout. The discount does not apply when browsing directly on the website.

Free Gifts with $150+ (stacked on top of your 20% savings):

📅 Nov 21–23
✔️ 20% off sitewide
✔️ Free set of 2 MagInk Trays with $150+

📅 Nov 24–27
✔️ 20% off sitewide
✔️ Free set of 3 Super Strong Pawn Magnets with $150+

📅 Nov 28–Dec 1
✔️ 20% off sitewide
✔️ Free set of 3 CraftCatchers with $150+

If you saw my unboxing on Tuesday, you already know why I’m excited about this sale. The quality, brightness, and magnetic system make crafting cleaner, easier—and honestly, more fun.

Save 20% November 21–December 1

Stamp-N-Storage Holiday Sale

Now through December 1, 2025

15% OFF storewide on premium storage solutions for your craft room. Every punch, paper, ink pad, marker, and tool finally gets a dedicated space! Discount is automatically applied at checkout.

FREE Shipping* on orders $150+ in the 48 Domestic U.S.
*Excludes Craft Island, Stamp Case Tower, Desk Storage Tower, and Die Cutting & Embossing Station.

Plus: Black Friday Doorbusters – November 28 Only

⏰ 12AM–6AM CT – 20% OFF Craft Island, Die Cutting & Embossing Station

⏰ 10AM–3PM CT – 25% OFF
Paper Holders (12×12, 8.5×11, 6×6, Three-Tier)
Punch Holders (Mega, CM, Border Maker, Lock-Down, Whale-Tail)

⏰ 3PM–6PM CT – 20% OFF
Stamp Case Tower, Desk Storage Tower

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🎄 Cyber Monday Paper Pumpkin Sale

December 1–9

Starting December 1 at 8 a.m. MT, enjoy huge savings on prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscriptions! A perfect last-minute Christmas gift—or a beautiful way to treat yourself to creative time each month.

Sale Prices (December 1–9)
3-month prepaid — $61 (reg. $81)
6-month prepaid — $122 (reg. $162)
12-month prepaid — $244 (reg. $324)

Your subscription will begin immediately with the December Watercolor in Bloom Kit—a gorgeous, all-inclusive project to start crafting right away.

A Few Helpful Notes:
• Prepaid subscriptions always begin with the current month’s kit (December).
• Buying more than one subscription for the same person = duplicate December kits.
• Sale pricing ends December 9 at 11:59 p.m. MT.

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