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Caly used different ink colors and ink blending on stencils for these colorful mushrooms. She put them in a trendy terrarium die with a heat embossed sentiment and die cut pierced background. Watch her video tutorial on the Simon Says … Read More ...
Carly added color the this darling birthday card by using colored cardstock for the die cut sentiment. Just a touch of color was added with markers to the party hats of the cute critters for this simple card. Visit the … Read More ...
If you want to go all out and stamp something outstanding for a very special someone’s birthday then check out this amazing Birthday Pocket Folio Journal project by Lisa. She created this darling die cut journal that has several different … Read More ...
This stunning Peony floral card from Emily is so elegant with gold embossing for the stamps and soft watercolor to color them in, she even added a wash of color to the background. An embossed sentiment and gold gems complete … Read More ...
Julissa used stencils and Distress Inks to create this stunning beach with crashing waves card. She even added tiny real starfish around the stamped sentiment. Learn more at the Unity Stamps blog.
When I was growing up we almost always … Read More ...
The wonderful Once Upon a Dream stamp set from Simon Says Stamp is inspired by some of our favorite Disney Princesses. You’ll find Cinderella, Jasmine, Aroura (with her fairy godmothers), Ariel, Snow White and Pocahontas stamps to create cards that … Read More ...
Amy R. used new stamps and dies with coordinating stencils from Waffle Flower to color and created these adorable Llama cards for the Holidays. You can watch her video tutorial over on the Prairie Paper and Ink blog.
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This week it’s the 4th of July in the USA, since our flag colors are red, white and blue I thought today would be a perfect time to share handmade card ideas using that color combination. These colors … Read More ...
The flowers are blooming and the fruit and veggies are growing so it’s a wonderful time to incorporate The Garden in your handmade cards. There are so many different garden related stamps, dies, stencils and pattern papers you can … Read More ...
It’s getting hot, summer is in full swing so it’s a great time to incorporate a Tropical theme into your handmade cards. This bold, colorful style features images like palm trees, colorful blooms, beachy scenes and jungle animals and … Read More ...
If you’re looking to create a detailed card for someone special then you need to download this amazing interactive Jellyfish Card! It’s perfect for anyone who loves swimming, snorkeling, the ocean or the beach. This deep shadow box style card … Read More ...
Let Dad know how truly special he is with an over the top card for Father’s Day or for a birthday. Grace has used stamps and dies from Lawn Fawn to create this amazing interactive Sub Shop card. The front … Read More ...
Some of us might still be working on cards for Father’s Day or maybe you need a masculine card for a birthday or other special occasion? I know many struggle with card ideas for guys and I think a Nautical … Read More ...
Each year on Instagram artists, creators and crafters participate in MerMay, sharing their creations that feature Mermaids along with the hashtag #mermay. I love all things fantasy and Mermaids are a personal favorite of mine so I look … Read More ...
If you’re looking to created an amazing card for your Mom for Mother’s Day then check out this wonderful card from Marine! She used stencils, stamps and dies from Lawn Fawn to create a long slimline style card with a … Read More ...