Congrats Pup

 

WT1086 - New Beginnings

For this card, I created a design inspired by the New Beginnings challenge, using a new die cut to craft a playful dog theme. The bone and bow pieces were cut, then enhanced with sponging and white highlights to bring depth and detail. The bow was raised with dimensionals, adding extra interest to the layered elements.

The focal panel is set against paw print paper, while the "Congratulations" sentiment was die cut and layered in red cardstock to provide a bold pop of color.

To finish, I added a few gold sequin hearts from my stash, giving the card a touch of sparkle and helping me use up some of those treasured embellishments.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Congrats Pup

Welcome Pup

SC1095 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For today’s card, I chose an adorable image from Hunkydory and framed it with a cheerful yellow border. The image was layered onto pawprint designer paper to enhance the playful theme.

The “welcome” sentiment was raised on dimensionals for added depth, and the design was finished with a few die‑cut balls accented with white highlights to mirror the tennis balls in the image.

This will be another pet donation card.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Welcome Pup

Time to Party

 

CAS879 - Clocks

This might be the easiest card I have ever made. I used two scrap black strips, snipping the edges to resemble arrows for the clock face. They were raised on dimensionals and finished with a single gold Nuvo Drop for a simple yet striking detail.

The design was completed with a sentiment from Altenew, adding a crisp finishing touch to the layout.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Time to Party

Thinking of You

FS986 - This week's very talented Featured Stamper is Tracy, also known as Garden Crafts. I found this INSPIRATION.

The inspiration piece featured a three‑panel designer paper layout, and that became the starting point for my card. Instead of using three different papers, I chose one bold black‑and‑white pattern and trimmed it into three coordinated panels, layering each one on black cardstock for definition. To complete the layout, I selected two additional black‑and‑white patterns from my stash and layered those on black as well, creating a cohesive and striking monochromatic design.

The Thinking of You sentiment is stamped in black Memento ink on white cardstock, framed with black, and popped up on dimensionals for added lift.

A few white candy dots provide a simple finishing touch.

Thank you for stopping by to see my card today. Your thoughtful comments are always appreciated. If you leave a note, a visit to your blog will follow.

Thinking of You

Valentine Heart

 

IC1045 - Little Obsessed and Pinterest - INSPIRATION

For this card, I drew inspiration from the colors on a trivia box and selected patterned papers that echoed its palette. The layers were accented with white and bold pink, while the heart was raised on dimensionals and paired with a Valentine’s sentiment.

To complete the design, I added punched flowers and leaves around the heart, finishing them with Nuvo Drops for a touch of shine and dimension.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Valentine's Heart

Merry & Bright

F4A827 - Snowy

MIX674 - Snowmen

For today's card, I reached for this charming Deep Red snowman and stamped him on Kraft cardstock, then brought him to life with colored pencils.

To finish the design, I added a Unity sentiment beneath the image, trimmed the panel for a clean fit, and mounted it on a crisp white card base for a simple, cozy winter look.

Thank you for stopping by to see my card today. Your thoughtful comments are always appreciated. If you leave a note, a visit to your blog will follow.

Merry & Bright

Thanks a Latte

Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas. May your holiday season be filled with joy, peace, and creativity.

Thank you for visiting today and taking the time to check out my card. I truly hope this season brings you wonderful moments to celebrate and cherish.

WT1085 - Light Entertainment

For this card, I gathered several scrap papers to build the layout, adding touches of white to the layers for framing and contrast. This gave the design a balanced, layered look while making good use of leftover pieces.

The coffee cup and sentiment from Fiskars were both raised on dimensionals to add depth. The card is finished with a scattering of candy dots for a playful accent.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Thanks a Latte

Love You to the Moon

 

SC1094 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I used distress inks to create the base, blending the colors so that the center remained the lightest. To add shimmer, I sprayed the panel with gold spray from Heidi Swapp.

The moon was stamped with an image from Altenew using several shades of grey distress inks, then die cut and raised on dimensionals. The design is finished with scattered die‑cut gold stars and a sentiment placed at the bottom of the panel.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Love You to the Moon

Grumpy Kitty

 

CAS878 - Santa is Coming

For this card, I chose a playful retired Grumpy Kitty image from Impression Obsession. It was stamped onto Kraft cardstock and colored with pencils to bring out its character and charm.

The design is completed with a bold Merry Christmas sentiment, raised on dimensionals to add depth and emphasis.

Grumpy Kitty

Skateboard Birthday

 

FS985 - this week's very talented featured stamper is kraftykateloset aka Cathy. Here is my INSPIRATION.

The neutral palette and strong center focal point inspired this card. I selected a silhouette image from Flonz Craft, stamped it in black, and layered it on a black frame.

Next, I stamped an additional skateboard image and added a very light blue tint so it would stand out on the sentiment strip. The sentiment strip is also framed in black for a cohesive look.

A neutral designer paper panel is layered on black cardstock and then placed on a white card base. A few gems provide a simple finishing touch.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Skateboard Birthday

Hi Bee

 

IC1046 - Lucuma Gallery & Pinterest - INSPIRATION

For this card, I selected a playful die cut from Spellbinders and cut the pieces from a variety of scraps. The mix of colors and textures gave the design a lively, patchwork feel.

I am especially enjoying these new die cuts because they make it easy to use leftover scraps in fresh ways, turning them into fun and unique cards.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Hi Bee

Sunflower Thanks

F4A826 - Favorite Color

USEIT2025 - Sunflower

Anyone who has followed my cardmaking journey knows that my all-time favorite color is blue. It is a color that pairs beautifully with every shade.

For today’s card, a small piece of blue designer paper inspired the entire design. It was too lovely to discard, so it became the foundation for a playful layout on the sentiment panel. After assembling the layers, the sentiment was stamped in coordinating blue ink.

A search through the magic tote revealed a dimensional sunflower gifted by my mom, and it added the perfect touch of texture and interest. The sentiment panel and sunflower are layered on yellow cardstock, framed with navy cardstock, and the completed panel is set on a crisp white card base.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Sunflower Thanks

Paul Klee Inspired

WT1084 - Paul Klee's Birthday - be inspired by any of his creations

I was immediately drawn to the distinctive style of Paul Klee, which inspired the design of this card. Using watercolor paper, I created the panel with watercolors to capture a playful, painterly effect.

The finished panel is layered onto a bold black card base for striking contrast, and the birthday sentiment is elevated on dimensionals to add depth and focus.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Paul Klee Inspired

Bucket List

 

SC1093 - This week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I selected a playful stamp from Riley and Company. It was stamped onto white cardstock, colored with Copics, and set within a gold frame to highlight the golden accents in the image.

To complete the design, I incorporated additional touches of gold for extra interest, raised the sentiment on dimensionals, and finished the card with a satin bow.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Bucket List

Christmas Presents

 

CAS877 - Presents

For this card, I chose a beautiful stamp from The Ton and brought it to life using watercolor brush markers. To frame the design, I added a striking black border around the panel and completed the look with a bold Merry Christmas sentiment.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Christmas Presents

Purple Birthday

 

FS984 - this week's incredibly talented featured stamper is iluvpaper2. I found this amazing INSPIRATION.

I was inspired by the background in the inspiration piece and immediately thought of this Spellbinders die cut. I die cut the panel, stitched it with purple DMC floss, and layered it onto coordinating purple cardstock.

Since the inspiration featured a beautiful flower, I carried that theme forward by adding several small purple flowers, shaped with a stylist, along with green leaves. I finished them with purple pearls for added detail. These elements frame the birthday sentiment, which is elevated on dimensionals for extra depth.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Purple Birthday

Pugtastic

 

IC1045 - Society Social & Pinterest - INSPIRATION

For this card, I was inspired by the cheerful colors. I used the adorable pug die‑cut set from Spellbinders and cut all the layers.

The design was mounted on patterned paper from Honey Bee Stamps, then finished with scattered hearts and a sentiment from Gina Marie Stamps.

This will be another of my pet donation cards.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Pugtastic

Peace

 

F4A824 - Birds

F4A825 - Music

MIX672 - Snowflakes

I began with the background, using a retired DRS Designs snowflake stamp. The image was white heat‑embossed to create a crisp resist, and then I blended two shades of distress oxide ink over the embossed snowflakes to add depth and variation in color.

For the focal point, I stamped the Stampendous bird image and heat embossed it in gold for a rich, metallic finish. After fussy cutting the bird, I sponged the edges with tan distress oxide ink to soften the cut lines and give the piece more definition.

To complete the design, I adhered the bird with dimensionals, allowing it to stand out against the snowy background and adding texture and lift to the overall composition.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Peace

Twine Inlay Christmas

 

WT1083 - Pine

CCC25DEC - Danger Get Them Done

For today’s card, I die cut a tree shape from white cardstock and filled it using the Twine Inlay technique with festive red and green twine. The texture and color made the tree stand out beautifully.  

I stamped a Christmas sentiment in bright red beneath the design, keeping the look crisp and cheerful. The finished panel was then layered onto a green card base, tying the whole piece together with a classic holiday feel.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Twine Inlay Christmas

80th Birthday

 

SC1092 - This week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For today’s card, I reached for a favorite retired set from Heartfelt Creations. I stamped the flowers, sponged color into the centers, then shaped them and added popped‑up centers for extra dimension.  

The birthday sentiment is from Karen Burniston, cut from green and yellow cardstock. Those same colors were mirrored as accent layers beneath the designer paper to tie the palette together.  

To highlight the milestone, I die cut the number 80 several times from white cardstock, topping it with a bold red glitter layer. The finished number was then mounted on white and green layers for added depth.  

I completed the design with the birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals and a few stamped buttons, also shaped and raised, to bring playful texture and balance to the card.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

80th Birthday

Snowy

 

CAS876 - Do You Want to Build a Snowman

CCC25DEC - Danger Get Them Done

For today’s card, I pulled out one of my all‑time favorite snowmen, Penny Black’s “Snowy.” I stamped him on white cardstock and brought him to life with Copics, adding cheerful shading to highlight his personality.  

To build texture, I ran the background through a retired Stampin’ Up snowflake embossing folder, which adds a subtle wintery dimension behind the image.  

I finished the design by layering everything onto a green card base that echoes the colors in Snowy’s outfit. A “Merry Christmas” sentiment, stamped in green and popped up on dimensionals, completes the card with festive depth and balance.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Snowy

Paint Birthday

FS983 - this week's incredibly talented Featured Stamper is Laura aka stampjournal. I found this INSPIRATION.

I was inspired by the rainbow of crayons and chose to create a rainbow of paint instead. Each paint element is stitched with silver DMC floss, adding a touch of shimmer and texture.

The paintbrush handle is crafted from birch bark collected from a tree on my aunt's property, giving the design a natural and personal touch. The brush itself is popped up on dimensionals for added depth, and the card is finished with a cheerful birthday sentiment.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Paint Birthday

Warm Cocoa Wishes

 

IC1044 - The Paper Mill & Pinterest - INSPIRATION

I was inspired by the single snowflake on the drink glass and thought this Spellbinders die‑cut set was the perfect choice.

I cut all the layers and assembled them, adding a few dimensionals to create depth and interest. Once complete, the design was mounted onto Christmas tree patterned paper for a festive backdrop.

To finish the card, I added the sentiment, raised on dimensionals, and scattered a few gems for sparkle.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Warm Cocoa Wishes

Dragon Birthday

 

WT1082 - Pencil Me In

USEIT2025 - Image and sentiment

For today’s card, I dug into my tote of supplies I’m working through and came across this adorable dragon with its egg. It felt like the perfect find to feature.  

I colored the image with pencils, adding soft shading and gentle highlights to enhance its whimsical charm. Once finished, I used a stitched die to cut both the dragon panel and the sentiment, giving them a crisp, polished edge.  

To complete the design, I layered everything over a playful patterned paper that echoed the fantasy feel. For the finishing touch, I added an extra birthday sentiment, popping it up on dimensionals to create depth and emphasize the celebratory mood.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Dragon Birthday

Welcome Dog Bones

 

SC1091 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For today’s card, I pulled out a playful patterned paper from Whimsy Stamps. It’s one of my favorites, and I decided it was time to finally put it to use.  

Using the day’s sketch as inspiration, I created another pet donation card and incorporated a few dog bone accents to fit the theme.  

To add dimension, I popped up both the bones and the “Welcome” sentiment with foam adhesives. For the finishing touch, I added sequins that echo the colors in the patterned paper, tying the whole design together with a cheerful sparkle.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Welcome Dog Bones

Thinking of You Pup

 

MMTPT906 - White Paws & Gentle Breezes

For today’s card, I chose an adorable dog image that was gifted to me by Denise (Card Crazy). She knows how much I enjoy using dog designs for my donation cards, and this one was perfect.  

I stamped the image and brought it to life with Copics, adding depth and warmth through the coloring. Beneath the design, I stamped a simple “Thinking of You” sentiment to complete the focal point.  

To frame the panel, I added a bright green mat that makes the colors pop. For extra texture and charm, I layered two different paw‑print patterned papers, each accented with the same green framing, to tie the whole design together.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Thinking of You Pup

Friendship is the Greatest

 

CAS875 - card for a friend

For today’s card, I reached for a sweet freebie from Honey Bee Stamps that came with my last order. The image was already stamped, making it quick and easy to dive straight into coloring.  

I used my Copics to add rich shading and pops of color, letting the design come alive on the page. Once finished, I trimmed it down and attached it to a crisp white card base, keeping the overall look clean and simple so the artwork could shine.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Friendship is the Greatest

Christmas Bauble

FS982 (FS83) - Blast from the past (I chose card crazy) - INSPIRATION

I have long admired Denise’s gallery, and for this project I was inspired by her Christmas Bauble design. I selected a beautiful die cut from Spellbinders, cut the pieces, and stitched them with DMC floss. I also prepared the base layer and added stitching for extra detail.

After completing the stitching, I layered all the die cut elements together, trimmed the bauble with a ribbon, and finished the poinsettia with a touch of Nuvo Drops.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Christmas Bauble

Dragon Father's Day

 

IC1043 - Musubi Kiln and Pinterest - INSPIRATION

For this card, I was inspired by the dragon. I used a beer label from my husband's favorite brew, which has a beautiful shimmer. I layered it onto gold mat cardstock, then die cut the dragon from the same gold mat.

While the dragon was still in the die, I applied VersaMark through the openings and added black heat embossing to create detailed accents.

Both the dragon and the sentiment are popped up on dimensionals to add depth and dimension.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Dragon Father's Day

Christmas Mittens

 

WT1081 - Use Something that Someone Else Gave You

USEIT2025 - Ephemera

My friend Jan (Precious Kitty) gave me these ephemera mittens, and they have been tucked in my tote for quite some time. This challenge was the perfect opportunity to finally use them.

I trimmed down some festive papers to build the layout, popped the mittens up on dimensionals, and finished the card with a raised sentiment and a scattering of sequins.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Christmas Mittens

Merry Christmas

 

SC1090 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I selected a festive Christmas paper for the base layer, added a bold holiday sentiment, and accented the design with several layered snowflakes arranged in a scattered pattern.

The sentiment is elevated with dimensionals to add depth and visual interest.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Merry Christmas

Fridge Magnets

 

CAS874 - Unique Talent

I am a list maker. I make lists for work, for home, and for crafting. I enjoy working through each one to get things done. For this card, I added three different lists to the front of the fridge.

I began with the cute fridge die cut from Spellbinders and cut it from white cardstock. I die cut the sentiment using various scrap papers and added several other die cut pieces to decorate the front.

My new DIL loves ducks, so I asked if I could create this card for her, pairing it with a fun pun that felt just right.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Fridge Magnets

Scrappy Thank U

 

FS981 - This week's very talented Featured Stamper whitetigers aka Michelle - INSPIRATION I was inspired by Michelle’s use of paper strips and decided to pull from my own stash of designer papers. I found a set of strips in one pack that worked perfectly for the card front. They are mounted on white with a black mat beneath. A black ribbon wraps across the panel, and the sentiment is stamped on an oval layer and popped up with dimensionals. To finish, a few scattered gems add sparkle and interest. Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit. Scrappy Thank U

2025 Christmas Bus

IC1042 - Callisters Christmas - INSPIRATION

I’ve lost count of how many years I’ve made school bus Christmas cards for my sister, but it’s become a cherished tradition. Each year, I create a fresh stack featuring this beloved school bus die cut, perfect for her to share with co-workers. Today’s inspiration gave me the perfect excuse to pull it out again and begin this year’s batch.

I started by die cutting the bus and adding black trim around the window for contrast. To give the design more dimension, I carefully cut the bus apart and popped the front section up with foam tape. The sentiment on the bumper “Pike” was custom ordered this past year from Magnuson Custom Stamps and is white heat embossed for a crisp finish.

It’s subtle, but the tires are also heat embossed in clear to give them a bit of tread texture. This year’s version is completed with a “Merry Christmas” sentiment, layered on red matting for a festive pop, and accented with die cut holly and glossy red Nuvo Drops.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

2025 Christmas Bus

Challenges:

52 Christmas Card Throwdown - Stamps (3 used on this card, Tires, School name & Sentiment)
A Place to Start - ATG (Something New) New stamp for tires and new stamp for the school name used

Allsorts - ATG

As You Like It - Favorite Embellishment (I don't have an exact favorite embellishment however I do love using Nuvo Drops. They add just a bit to the projects and if making cards, they don't add too much bulk so no additional postage is needed.

Soccer Birthday

 

WT1080 - World Children's Day

For this card, I used a fantastic die cut set from Spellbinders to create the shirt and soccer ball elements. I die cut the number 13 from silver mirror paper for a bold, celebratory touch, and popped both the birthday banner and soccer ball up on dimensionals to add depth. All the die cuts were layered over a leafy tree designer paper, which adds a fresh, outdoorsy feel that complements the sporty theme.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Soccer Birthday

Thank You So Much Pup

 

SC1089 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I trimmed several layers of designer paper to build the layout, creating a playful yet polished foundation. The top layer features an adorable Hunkydory dog image that adds charm and personality. I popped up the “thank you” sentiment on dimensionals for added depth and finished the card with a few scattered gems for a touch of sparkle.

This will be another of my pet donation cards.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Thank You So Much Pup

Thank You

 

CAS873 - What are you thankful for?

I am thankful for so many things, and a large Thank You card felt like the perfect way to express that for the challenge.

I used a Spellbinders die cut, first cutting it from black cardstock and then from white to create two distinct cards. For the word "You," I layered three white die cuts and topped them with one cut from silver glitter paper to give it extra dimension and sparkle.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Thank You

Challenges:

613 Avenue - Thank You

Thanks Pup

FS980 - this week's featured stamper Linda, is better known as Lindam530 - INSPIRATION

I adapted the theme into a dog card so it could be included with my pet donations. Using Tim Holtz images, I colored them with Copics and then cut them out with the coordinating dies. To finish the design, I added a plaid banner and layered it over coordinating designer paper for a cohesive look.

The card was finished with the "Thanks" sentiment.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Thanks Pup

Challenges:

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Ally's Angels - ATG

North Pole News

 

IC1041 - Rubylane - INSPIRATION

For my card, I was inspired by the adorable Santa Cup. I pulled out this cute Spellbinders Santa die cut and cut the layers adding glitter to the top.

The die cut was layered on a red oval then layered on the North Pole News designer paper.

The card was finished with several stacked snowflakes with the top layer also out of the same glitter paper as was used on Santa's top.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

North Pole News

Cheers for Valentine's Day

 

F4A821 - For the Boys

MIX668 - Highlights

For my card, I used a fabulous die cut set from Spellbinders. I cut the individual pieces, sponged the drink for added depth, and layered everything together. The arrow is die cut from gold glitter paper, and I repurposed the negative space as one of the background layers to add extra sparkle. The drink glass is positioned over a half doily for a touch of texture and elegance.

To accent the hearts, I added white highlights using a gel pen.

The sentiment is stamped in red ink and popped up on dimensionals for added dimension and focus.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Cheers for Valentine's Day

Scrappy Birthday Flower

 

WT1079 - Old and Dusty

For my card, I reached into a bin filled with premade flowers, brads, gems, and other fun embellishments, many of which I purchased years ago when Archivers was still around. These were some of my very first cardmaking supplies, and it was a joy to revisit them.

I layered several designer papers with white matting to build the layout, then finished it off with a flower embellishment secured by a green brad at the center.

To complete the card, I added a birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals for a touch of depth.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Scrappy Birthday Flower

Magical Castle Story

 

SC1088 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I combined two different Spellbinders die cuts to create a layered book scene, then added a die cut dragon from Karen Burniston to bring the story to life.

The scene is set atop designer paper that resembles marble tile, because, of course, castles are full of marble!

To finish it off, I added a birthday sentiment to complete the magical look.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Magical Castle Story

Moonlit Glow

 

CAS872 - Glow of the Autumn Moon

For my card, I sponged a yellow moon glow using Distress Oxide ink, then blended blue around it to create a soft night sky effect. Once the background was complete, I stamped a Stampin' Up image over the panel.

The panel was trimmed down, layered onto black cardstock, and popped up on dimensionals for added depth.

To finish, I heat embossed the sentiment in silver embossing powder for a touch of shine.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Moonlit Glow

Congratulations Boat

 

FS979 - This week's Featured Stamper is ValerieKaye - INSPIRATION For this card, I was inspired by the super cute boat and reached for the Prima Marketing boat stamp. I stamped the image and colored it with Copics, then added a Congratulations sentiment beneath it. To build the layout, I trimmed coordinating designer papers that echoed the colors used on the boat and popped the boat image up on dimensionals for added depth. Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit. Congratulations Boat

Elf Crossing

 

IC1040 - The Permanent Garden - INSPIRATION

USEIT2025 - ephemera

I was inspired by the elf on the shelf. I had been holding onto this ephemera in my tote for quite some time, and when I saw the elf, it sparked the perfect opportunity to finally use it.

I pulled out my Christmas papers, built the layout, and layered in the ephemera to bring the design together.

To finish the card, I popped up the sentiment with dimensionals and added a scattering of sequins for a festive touch.

Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit.

Elf Crossing

Thank You Pie

 

F4A820 - Food/Recipes/Cooking

USEIT2025 - Star Button (From my tote)

For this card, I used the delightful Papertrey Ink pie die set to cut out the pie pieces. I added sponging, white highlights, and a touch of Stickles to give the pie depth and dimension.

To build the background, I layered a few coordinating designer papers and tucked a rickrack trim between the top and bottom panels for added texture. The pie was then popped up on dimensionals to bring it forward.

I finished the card with a thank you banner and a star button from my stash to complete the look.

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Thank You Pie

Party Hat

 

WT1078 - Show Off Your Hats

For this card, I used a fun birthday hat die cut from Honey Bee Stamps and assembled all the layers. Once the hat was complete, I placed it on a birthday-embossed panel and added a few extra layers for more interest.

To finish the design, I decorated the party hat with gems, scattered a few candy dots around the card, and popped up the birthday sentiment on dimensionals for added dimension.

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Party Hat

Party Birthday

 

SC1087 - this week's sketch on splitcoastampers.com

For this card, I used a fun love-themed party paper to create the sketch layout. I layered it on white cardstock and embossed it with hearts for added texture.

The panel was then mounted on coordinating handmade paper to bring out the colors and design.

I finished the card with a birthday sentiment to complete the look.

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Party Birthday

Congratulations Scene

 

CAS871 - Daylight Savings Time Ends

For this card, I started with a black card base. I cut a rectangular panel and sponged it with shades of yellow and orange to create a glowing sun scene. I then stamped the tree image from Stampin’ Up and finished the panel with a “Congratulations” sentiment.

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Congratulations Scene

25th Anniversary

 

FS978 - this week's incredibly talented Featured Stamper is Maria aka maria031767. I found this INSPIRATION. For my card, I pulled out some silver mirror paper and die cut the leaf frame, layering it over a matching silver mirror background. Next, I die cut the sentiment layers, first from silver and then from white, stacking them together and popping both up with dimensionals for added depth. To finish the card, I added the large a"25" die cut from silver mirror paper, also raised with dimensionals and a silver bow. This card was definitely tricky to photograph with all that shine, but in person, it turned out beautifully. Thank you for stopping by to check out my card today. I appreciate the lovely comments. If you leave me a comment, I can stop by your blog for a visit. 25th Anniversary