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There’s something so calming about crafting during Ramadan. Even if you’re not observing, the soft moon motifs, lantern silhouettes, and gentle geometric patterns have a way of bringing a little peace to the craft table. And this set of free … Read More ...
How stinkin’ adorable are these easter cards from Amy R.!!?? Using products from Waffle Flower she combined several popular card making techniques like stenciling, stamping and die cutting to create them. She created both cards in one sitting, using similar … Read More ...
If you’ve ever downloaded a set of digital stamps for cardmaking and then felt unsure what to do next, you’re absolutely not alone. I’ve been blogging in the stamping world for over 20 years, and I can tell you this … Read More ...
Ok, I know at first glance these don’t look like die cut files for card making but these beautiful 3D flowers are perfect for making interactive pop up designs. Cut the flowers from cardstock, score along the centers, assemble … Read More ...
I can’t wait for Spring to get here, it’s been a very cold Winter with snow and ice and I’m ready to see some flowers bloom and enjoy some warmer weather! Another thing I love to see in the Spring … Read More ...
There’s something wonderfully uplifting about St Patrick’s Day crafting. Maybe it’s the cheerful shades of green, maybe it’s the hint of gold that makes every project feel a little magical, or maybe it’s just the delight of working with patterns … Read More ...
Vicky created an adorable group of 10 different cards using the brand new Family Collection from Stamperia. This collection includes background patterned and scene papers, stickers, rub-ons, punch outs and printed die cut images featuring a sweet little mouse family. … Read More ...
If you want to create cards for St. Patrick’s Day but don’t have any supplies, no worries because here’s a wonderful little collection of digital stamps that you can download for FREE! There’s 4 different designs, each one says “Happy … Read More ...
Every March we see shamrocks everywhere — in shop windows, on cupcakes, in classroom crafts. But what if those little green clovers could travel across the country carrying kindness?
Shamrocks Across America is a simple, meaningful St. Patrick’s Day initiative … Read More ...
Amy R. made a beautiful shaker card for St. Patrick’s Day with a golden horseshoe as the shaker element, filled with hole-less beads. The background has stenciled words and Shamrocks, there’s pretty die cut florals and a heat embossed sentiment … Read More ...
The African Glamour coloring book published by Dover Publication features silhouetted figures in beautiful dresses and head wraps that capture the elegance and patterns of traditional African arts and crafts. Artist Marjorie Sarnat collaborated with fashion designer Cia Slater to … Read More ...
Lynn create this darling easel card to welcome a new baby, isn’t it just so precious!? She created a scene with stamped images of a bear, sheep and giraffe plushies, baby booties, a rattle, basket of flowers and stack of … Read More ...
I love an interactive card! They are so much fun to create and even more fun for the recipient to engage with. One of the easiest types of interactive cards to make is a shaker card, there’s no fancy … Read More ...
Let’s be honest for a moment — if you’ve been married or partnered for more than five minutes, you probably don’t need another Valentine’s card covered in pink glitter declaring undying passion and eternal romance. Real love usually looks more … Read More ...
There’s just something about vintage Valentine imagery that feels extra special. Maybe it’s the old-fashioned charm, the soft romance, or the reminder of a time when Valentine’s cards were carefully chosen, handwritten, and kept in drawers long after February had … Read More ...