The Card Making Starter Ecosystem

Scout Approved

Coming Summer 2026

Start Your Card Making Journey

Everything you need to get started with die cutting and card making — hand picked, tested, and curated by Andrea at Crafts on the Move. No overwhelm, no wasted money, just everything you need to start making beautiful handmade cards right away! 🎀

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Scout Approved = Stress Free Die Cutting

We will help you start die cutting and making cards without confusion, wasted money, or tools that do not work together.

The Problem We Solve

Getting Started with Card Making Should Not Be This Hard.

If you have ever wanted to try die cutting and card making but felt overwhelmed by where to start, what to buy, or how to use it all — you are not alone. Scout Approved was created specifically to fix all of that and get you creating with confidence from day one.

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Too Overwhelming

Too many products, too many brands, too many options — it is impossible to know where to even begin without spending hours researching.

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Too Expensive

Most die cutting setups cost hundreds of dollars before you even make your first card, and there is no guarantee everything will work together.

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No Guidance

Most kits come with supplies but zero support. You are left to figure it all out alone, and that is exactly where most beginners give up.

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Scout Approved Fixes This

Everything hand picked, tested, and curated by Andrea so you can open the box and start creating with total confidence right away!

What Is Scout Approved?

Your Complete Card Making Starter Ecosystem.

Scout Approved is not just a product — it is a complete journey from your very first die cut to a confident card maker, all in one supportive and knowledgeable community where everything has been figured out for you.

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Spellbinders Platinum Scout Machine

The heart of the Scout Approved program. Compact, lightweight, and specifically chosen as the perfect beginner die cutting machine.

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Scout Approved Card Kits

Three card-making kits — all ship together so you are ready to go from day one! No guesswork, no compatibility issues, no extra shopping.

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Coordinating Cardstock

Premium coordinating cardstock specific to each kit is included so everything matches perfectly — no extra shopping or guessing required.

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Monthly Live Zoom Q&A

Join Andrea live once a month to ask questions, get machine help, and connect with your fellow Scout Approved card makers!

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Step-by-Step Session Videos

Pre-recorded card session videos hosted inside your private community so you can watch, pause, and rewind at your own pace anytime.

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Private Scout Approved Community

Your own private beginner-friendly community — warm, supportive, and built just for you. Share your makes, ask questions, and cheer each other on!

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🎀 Want to see the Scout machine up close? Check out our Scout machine introduction — Meet the Spellbinders Platinum Scout →

Your Scout Approved Path

Your Step-by-Step Path to Confident Card Maker.

Follow this simple four-step path and you will go from unboxing to confident, proud card maker — one step at a time, entirely at your own pace! 🎀

Your Die Cutting Journey — 4 Easy Steps to Card Making Success — Crafts on the Move
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Purchase Your Bundle

Choose the Scout Approved bundle that is right for you and get everything you need to start your card making journey! See All Options →

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Register for Your Membership

Your membership is included with your purchase! Register your machine with Spellbinders to activate your warranty, then get set up in your private Scout Approved community. Register Your Machine →

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Follow the Unboxing to Confident Card Maker Path

Inside your private community you will find your orientation video, all three card session videos, your sandwich chart, and everything else you need — all in one place, available anytime. Watch at your own pace and follow the path from your very first die cut to a confident, proud card maker! 🎀

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Success — Card Maker Accomplished! 🎉

You did it! Share your creations, get inspired by fellow makers, and keep growing your skills inside your private Scout Approved community. You are officially a card maker! 🎀

Your Community Experience

Everything You Need Is Inside the Community.

Once you join Scout Approved your private community becomes your home base. Your orientation video, all three card session videos, resources, and support are waiting for you — watch at your own pace, anytime. Plus join Andrea live once a month for Q&A and machine help! 🎀

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Orientation Video — hosted inside your community so you can watch it the moment you get access, on your schedule.
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Card Session 1 Video — recorded and available anytime. Follow along at your own pace and make your first card with confidence!
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Card Session 2 Video — build on your skills with your second card kit. Pause, rewind, and rewatch whenever you need!
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Card Session 3 Video — complete your three-card journey and celebrate becoming a confident card maker! 🎉
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Monthly Live Q&A Zoom — join Andrea live once a month for machine help, questions, tips, and community connection!
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Private Community Access — share your makes, ask questions, get inspired, and cheer each other on. No judgment, just encouragement!
🗓️ Live Zoom runs once a month — Q&A and machine overview with Andrea. Orientation and card sessions are pre-recorded and hosted in your community so you can access them anytime, at your own pace. No pressure, no rushing — just crafting on your schedule!
Compatible Machines

Already Own a Spellbinders Machine? You Are Already Ahead!

Scout Approved kits and techniques are compatible with all three Spellbinders machines — so if you already own a Platinum, Platinum 6, or Platinum Scout you can jump straight into the program without buying a new machine!

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Recommended
Platinum Scout

The heart of Scout Approved. Compact, lightweight, and the perfect beginner machine.


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Platinum 6

Fully compatible with all Scout Approved kits and techniques. Already own one? Jump right in!

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Platinum

Fully compatible with all Scout Approved kits and techniques. Already own one? Jump right in!

Purchase Options

Get Started with Scout Approved.

Every option must be purchased through Crafts on the Move — that is the only way to access the full Scout Approved ecosystem including the community, session videos, and monthly live Zoom with Andrea!

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Starter Kit
Available Summer 2026
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3 Scout Approved Card Kits
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Coordinating cardstock
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3-month private community access
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Monthly live Zoom Q&A with Andrea
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Step-by-step session videos

Must be purchased through Crafts on the Move to access the Scout Approved ecosystem.

All-In Bundle
Available Summer 2026
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Everything in the Starter Kit
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Paper trimmer with scoring tool
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Scissors
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Tape runner & adhesive
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Spellbinders Crafty Handy Tool Set
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3D foam tape — large & small squares

Open the box and start creating immediately. Nothing else needed!

Community Only
Available Summer 2026
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For Scout, Platinum, or Platinum 6 owners
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3 Scout Approved card kits for white machine
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3-month private community access
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Monthly live Zoom Q&A with Andrea
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Step-by-step session videos

Already have a machine? Jump straight into the Scout Approved community! Kits for other machines coming soon. 🎀

Membership Program

Scout Approved — The Membership Is Coming! 🎉

We are building something really exciting — a full Scout Approved membership program designed to take you from your very first card to a confident, proud card maker. Details are coming soon but here is a sneak peek at what is on the way!

🎀 Announcing Soon

Your Die Cutting Journey,
Month by Month.

Scout Approved is growing into a three-month beginner membership — the machine, card kits, session videos, a private community, and monthly live Q&A Zooms with Andrea. Everything you need to go from zero to confident, all in one place.

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3 Card-Making Kits

All three kits ship together so you can hit the ground running!

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Session Videos

Step-by-step card sessions in your private community — watch anytime!

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Private Community

A warm, beginner-friendly space to share your makes and get support.

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Monthly Live Q&A

Live Zoom with Andrea every month — ask questions, make cards, celebrate progress!

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Surprise Prize Drawings

Show your completed card on the live Zoom and get entered to win!

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Extend your membership

Need more time to complete the program? Extensions will be available!

Be the first to know when enrollment opens — get on the list and you will hear about it before anyone else! 🎀

Starter Bundle

Scout machine + 3 kits + 3-month community access + monthly Zoom

Coming Summer 2026

All-In Bundle

Everything in Starter plus paper trimmer, adhesive, scissors, foam tape & more!

Coming Summer 2026

Already Have a Machine?

Join the community, get cardstock mailed to you, and access the monthly live Zoom!

Coming Summer 2026
Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions? We Have Answers!

Do I need any experience to start Scout Approved?
Not at all! Scout Approved is specifically designed for complete beginners. No experience, no special tools, and no prior knowledge required. If you can turn a handle you can die cut! 🎀
What machine do I need?
The Spellbinders Platinum Scout is the heart of the Scout Approved program. However all Scout Approved kits and techniques are also compatible with the Spellbinders Platinum and Platinum 6 machines — so if you already own one you can jump right in!
What is included in the membership?
The Scout Approved membership includes three months of access to your private Scout Approved community, three card-making kits (all ship together!), an orientation video, three pre-recorded card session videos you can watch anytime, coordinating cardstock, and a monthly live Q&A Zoom with Andrea for machine help and questions. It is everything you need to go from zero to confident card maker — all on your own schedule! Details and pricing are coming Summer 2026. 🎀
What if I miss the monthly Zoom?
No worries! The live Q&A Zoom runs once a month and is your chance to ask Andrea questions and get machine help live. If you miss it, just join the next one! And remember — all your card sessions and your orientation video are pre-recorded and waiting for you inside the community anytime, so you never fall behind. 🎀
Is the Zoom recorded?
The monthly live Q&A Zoom is a live only event — this keeps it intimate, interactive, and genuinely community focused. However your card sessions and orientation video are all pre-recorded and hosted inside your community so you can watch and rewatch them anytime! 🎀
Why do I need to purchase through Crafts on the Move?
Purchasing through Crafts on the Move is the only way to access the full Scout Approved ecosystem — including the community, session videos, Zoom Q&As, and all the resources inside. It is what makes this program unique!
Is Scout Approved still growing?
Absolutely! Scout Approved is a growing program with exciting new additions coming — including the Scout Approved Passport Tag Book Coming Soon and the full membership program launching Summer 2026!
Where can I see the Scout machine up close before I buy?
Check out our Scout machine introduction post — Meet the Spellbinders Platinum Scout → — get a closer look at the machine before you get started! 🎀
Where can I find the sandwich chart and plate system guide?
We have two great resources for you! Download our Sandwich Plate Building Guide and visit the Spellbinders Universal Plate System Guide → — keep both handy near your machine! 🎀

Ready to Start Your Card Making Journey?

There has never been a better time to get started with die cutting and card making. With Scout Approved everything has been figured out for you — just show up and create!

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