Simply Cards & Papercraft 259 – On Sale 27th June

Who doesn't love a bright and beautiful sunflower? So, I hopethis issue's Sunflower Collection stack brings you as much joy as it brings us here at Practical Publishing HQ.
The right colour palette, sophisticated papers, foiled detail and handy toppers are really the perfect go-to products to help create all-occasion cards.

It goes without saying that our Design Team were on hand to share a ton if design ideas to help inspire you – first up on page 8 we have a range of cards that push you try varied card shapes, that really will leave the recipient with the wow factor! Sarah Jackman Read is over on page 30 to encourage you to test off-the-page crafting with her clever gift wrap ideas, If you're after quick and easy cards though, visit page 60 to find Jenn's stylish creations.

As always, we've got a round-up of some of the latest craft products – with impressive 3D embossing folders from Creative Craft Products (page 16), Spellbinders botanical-inspired stunners (page 55) and Sam Poole's Nature Compendium stamps from Creative Expressions (page 74).

But that's not all, we've also got a Tried & Tested feature focussing on the brand-new Stamp & Spin tool from Sizzix, this clever add-on to the Stencil & Stamp Accessory opens up new crafting ideas that will have you in a spin! Turn to page 20 to find out more.

We also can't resist bringing you a range of technique-filled features – from creating your own embossing paste (page 42) and mastering spinning easel cards (page 50) to working with foam (page 77), we're really bringing you the expert know-how to help you boost your skills.

If all of that isn't enough, you'll also find a behind-the-scenes glimps with Sam Calcott, the face of Made To Surprise, fabulous downloads for you to use tonight (page 58) and even a guide to electronic die-cutting machines from Graphtec (page 66).