Masculine Anniversary

 

WT1121 - Wood of Faux Wood

For my card, I began with a warm brown card base and layered a soft cream panel over it to create a gentle, neutral foundation. To add a bold metallic element, I adhered aluminum foil to white cardstock and ran it through a Tim Holtz metal embossing folder. The embossed foil brings in a rugged, industrial texture that contrasts beautifully with the smooth cardstock layers.

Next, I reached for a favorite Tim Holtz heart die and cut the pieces from a mix of brown and tan cardstock. A bit of sponging on each layer added depth and warmth, giving the hearts a worn, masculine feel that works perfectly with the metal background. I die cut the Happy Anniversary sentiment from black cardstock and layered it directly across the hearts to create a strong focal point.

To reinforce the masculine theme, I added small screw die cuts from Impression Obsession, tucking them around the hearts for extra detail. The heart cluster is popped up on dimensionals, and I finished the design by adding several leaves from my scrap leaf drawer, nestling them around the hearts to soften the edges and complete the arrangement.

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Masculine Anniversary

Napkin Leaf Birthday

 

SC1130 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I began with a deep black card base and masked off a portion to create a clean, defined area for added texture. Once the mask was in place, I used Heidi Swapp white spray to add a soft splatter across the exposed section. The contrast between the crisp black and the delicate white speckles gives the background a bold, artistic feel that sets the stage for the rest of the design.

For the leaves, I reached for a simple stack of white napkins and die cut them with a Simon Says die. The napkin layers create a wonderfully delicate texture, and adding watercolor brought gentle, organic color that feels light and airy against the dramatic card base. The soft wash of color on the napkins adds a handmade charm that pairs beautifully with the splattered background.

To finish the card, I added a birthday sentiment and popped it up on dimensionals. The raised sentiment creates a crisp focal point and adds just the right amount of lift to complete the design.

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Napkin Leaf Birthday

Life with You is a Picnic

 

CAS914 - Eat Outside Day

For my card, I pulled out this adorable Pink and Main image, stamped it on white cardstock, and colored it with Copics. The bright colors give the little character such a cheerful look, and adding the sentiment right under the image keeps everything clean and nicely centered.

I cut the white panel rather large so the image would have plenty of breathing room, but I left just enough space around it to layer it on a green designer paper that looks a bit like lettuce. The fun pattern adds a playful touch and frames the focal panel beautifully. Everything is then layered on a white card base for a crisp finish.

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Life with You is a Picnic

Congratulations Grad

 

FS1021 - A Blast from the Past... I chose this INSPIRATION from Tracy (whoistracy).

I was immediately drawn to the books image, and it reminded me of the dimensional sticker set my sister gave me for Christmas. My nephew’s girlfriend will be graduating this upcoming year, and since she is also my son's sister-in-law, I decided to work ahead and create several cards so I will be ready for her celebration.

For this design, I started with a black cardstock base, added a bright red layer, and topped it with graduation caps designer paper to set a bold and festive tone. I built the focal point with a black center panel layered with white cardstock, then placed the dimensional graduation gown so it would stand out with a crisp and polished look.

To finish the card, I added the books and the success banner. Both pieces are dimensional, which gives the card wonderful depth and a cheerful sense of accomplishment that ties the whole design together.

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Congratulations Grad

Hogs N Kisses

 

IC1082 - Jean Haines Watercolour - INSPIRATION

That pig painting is amazing, and it immediately reminded me of this adorable image from Whipper Snapper Designs that I had tucked away in my stash. He was absolutely perfect for the challenge. I stamped the image, colored him with Copics, and added a Valentine sentiment beneath him to complete the focal panel.

Once the coloring was finished, I trimmed the panel and layered it on bright pink cardstock for a cheerful pop of color. I paired it with this lively lip patterned paper that reflects the playful lipstick marks on the hog. To add a bit more interest and texture, I tore the edge of the lip paper and tucked a coordinating plaid piece underneath. Both layers were then mounted on a bright pink card base to tie the entire design together.

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Hogs and Kisses

Farm Life

 

WT1120 - Fences

For my card, I pulled out this adorable Spellbinders die cut from my collection of pieces I have not yet used. I cut all the layers from various cardstock, mixing in many small scraps to build this cheerful farm scene. The different textures and colors came together so nicely and gave the design a lively, playful feel.

To finish the card, I stamped the Happy Birthday sentiment on one of the clouds and popped it up on dimensionals. The raised sentiment adds a sweet touch and helps draw the eye to the top of the scene.

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Farm Life

Welcome Dalmatian

 

SC1129 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For today's card, I began by cutting the layers and choosing a sweet Hunkydory image as the focal point. The soft colors in the image paired beautifully with the blue matting, which added a crisp frame and helped each layer stand out.

The sentiment is popped up on dimensionals for a little lift, and I finished the card with a strip of blue rickrack along the bottom. A tiny paperclip dog bone adds a playful touch and ties in perfectly with the pet theme.

This will be another card for my pet donations.

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Welcome Dalmatian

Peachy Birthday

 

CAS913 - Peaches

For my card, I pulled out this adorable Penny Black image, stamped her on white cardstock, and colored her with Copics. The soft shading and bright tones give her such a sweet and cheerful look, so I decided to keep the overall design clean and simple to let the image shine.

To finish the card, I added a small birthday sentiment just beneath the image. The minimal layout keeps the focus right where it belongs and gives the card a fresh, uncluttered feel.

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Peachy Birthday

Birthday Balloons

 

FS1020 - this week's incredibly talented, featured stamper on splitcoaststampers.com is Keri known here as msdixon. I found this INSPIRATION.

I drew inspiration from the balloons, stripes, and dots, and pulled several papers from a collection I am working to use up this year. To create the layout, I used a mix of coordinating scraps from the collection, layered them on pink cardstock, and then mounted the panel on a white card base for a clean finish.

Next, I punched three balloons from matching scrap papers, with one balloon cut from gold to echo the gold in the striped paper. I added baker’s twine for the strings and popped the two front balloons up on dimensionals to give the design a bit of playful lift.

To finish the card, I stamped a Happy Birthday sentiment and popped it up on dimensionals over the baker's twine, tying the whole design together.

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Birthday Balloons

Thank You

IC1081 - McGee & Co - INSPIRATION

For todays card, I drew inspiration from the soft tan and white pattern in the pillow, which immediately reminded me of a square piece of designer paper in the stash I am working through. It made a perfect starting point, and I paired it with a couple of coordinating papers from the same pad to build the layout. To give the design a bit more elegance, I added thin gold layers between the panels, which brought a warm glow to the card and tied everything together. The entire arrangement is placed on a white card base to echo the white in the patterned paper.

Next, I added the Thank you sentiment, layering it on gold and popping it up on dimensionals so it would stand out against the soft neutral tones of the background.

To finish the card, I added a few punched flowers and twigs from my stash, arranging them around the sentiment for a gentle decorative touch. A bit of gold Nuvo Drops in the flower centers added just the right amount of sparkle to complete the design.

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Thank you

80th Birthday Celebration

 

F4A861 - National Senior Citizens Day

USEIT2026 - Flowers & Leaves

For this special milestone birthday card, I began by reaching into my tote of items I am working to use up this year. I pulled out several of the floral pieces that have been waiting for just the right project, and they felt perfect for celebrating an 80th birthday. Their soft colors and layered petals bring such a lovely touch to a card meant for an important occasion. I also selected more of the gorgeous designer paper from my stash that coordinates beautifully with these flowers, giving the entire card a gentle and elegant feel.

I layered the patterned paper on white cardstock and then placed it on a light blue card base to create a clean and fresh foundation. Down the center of the card, I added a length of vintage cording, which brings a bit of texture and a charming handmade detail. Next, I die cut the scalloped blue layers and stamped the birthday sentiment in matching blue ink. The sentiment is cut with a Tim Holtz oval die and popped up on dimensionals so it becomes the focal point of the design.

For the number eighty, I die cut the numerals three times in white and once in the same blue as the sentiment layers. Stacking them together gives the numbers wonderful dimension and helps them stand out without overwhelming the rest of the card.

To finish the design, I framed the sentiment with several flowers and leaves from my tote. Their placement adds a soft, celebratory feel and ties together all the colors and textures. It is always satisfying when saved pieces come together so beautifully on a finished card.

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80th Birthday Celebration

Ready for a Swim

 

WT1119 - Last Days of Summer

For my card, I pulled out this really fun image from Art Impressions, stamped her on white cardstock, and colored her with Copics to bring out all her personality. She has such a lively feel, and the bright colors make her the perfect focal point.

Next, I chose a cheerful floral paper from the stack of designer papers I am working to use up this year. I added teal cardstock behind each layer to give the patterns extra definition and help the colors pop. The teal frames everything so nicely and ties the whole design together.

To finish the card, I added a birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals with a bright pink shadow layer for a playful touch. A few scattered orange sequins add sparkle and balance without overwhelming the layout.

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Ready for a Swim

Birthday Flowers

 SC1128 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I pulled out several designer paper scraps from the collection I am working to use up this year. I paired each pattern with brown, white, and kraft cardstock to give the layers extra definition and help the colors stand out. The mix of tones creates a warm and cozy foundation for the rest of the design.

Next, I die cut the birthday sentiment panel and added a brown die cut layer behind it. The stacked layers give the greeting a nice bit of dimension and help it anchor the card.

To finish the design, I die cut a few orange flowers to echo the colors in the patterned papers, then added die cut leaves for contrast. The flower centers are completed with small gems that add just the right touch of sparkle.

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Birthday Flowers

When Life Gives You Lemons...

 

CAS912 - Lemons

For this card, I pulled out a few designer paper scraps from the collection I am working to use up this year. I chose one pattern to layer on black cardstock and added the banner strip on yellow cardstock for a bright contrast. Both pieces are then placed on a white card base, creating a clean foundation for the focal point.

Next, I reached for this fun Spellbinders glass die cut and assembled the layers using several scraps. The glass itself is cut from vellum, which gives it a soft, frosted look. Once the pieces were together, I added a die cut lemon to the top of the glass for a cheerful pop of color. The finished glass is layered on a white cardstock circle and then mounted on a black circle to frame it nicely.

To finish the card, I added a birthday sentiment and a few gold sequins for a touch of sparkle.

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When Life Gives You Lemons...

Herringbone Get Well

FS1019 - this week's featured stamper is tredden also known as Tisa. I found this INSPIRATION.

One of my favorite ways to use paper scraps is the herringbone technique, and this card is a perfect example of how those little cut offs can come together to create something warm and full of charm. I keep a small stack of designer paper strips on my table from trimming down larger sheets, and when I feel I have gathered enough to build a full panel, I assemble a herringbone base and set it aside for a future card for my MIL. She is a quilter, and this style always delights her because it feels like a tiny paper quilt that she can share with her quilting friends.

For this card, I selected one of the finished herringbone panels and layered it on a soft green cardstock, then placed the entire piece on a crisp white card base to let the colors shine. To bring in a bit of extra interest, I wrapped blue and yellow bakers twine around the panel, which adds a cheerful touch and a little texture. The Get Well sentiment is mounted on the same green cardstock and popped up on dimensionals to give it a gentle lift.

I finished the card with scattered gold sequins that echo the gold accents in the herringbone pattern, adding just the right amount of sparkle to complete the design.

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Herringbone Get Well

Gnomie Christmas

 

IC1080 - Connecting Threads - Inspiration

CCC26AUG - Enchanting

I took my inspiration from the classic Argyle Quilt Pattern and carried that cozy, stitched‑together feel into my card design. While flipping through my Christmas paper stash, I found this cheerful plaid that instantly felt perfect for a playful holiday card base. I layered it on red for a crisp frame and then mounted everything onto a clean white card base to let the pattern shine.

To echo the layered look of the plaid, I added a strip of green and white polka‑dot paper another happy find from my scrap pile and framed it in red so it ties seamlessly into the overall design.

For the focal point, I pulled out this adorable gnome image from Rubbernecker, colored him with Copics in festive shades, and used the coordinating die to cut him out. He is popped up on dimensionals for a bit of whimsy and depth. To finish the card, I added the Merry Christmas sentiment, also popped up, and sprinkled a few green gems around the panel for just the right touch of sparkle.

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Gnomie Christmas

Howdy

 

F4A860 - Grass

For my card, I started with this cheerful Unity Stamp Co image and brought it to life with copics. I added a few extra blades of grass to fill out the scene and give it a little more personality. It is such a fun image, and it was enjoyable to sit down and color it.

I finally put that Howdy die cut to use after it sat on my desk for months. It felt good to give it a home on a project and clear a bit of space at the same time. The playful look of the sentiment fit the image perfectly, so it was an easy choice once I started assembling the card.

To build the layers, I pulled out a bright blue cardstock to echo the blue in the image. I added a crisp white layer for contrast, then reached into my scrap drawer for a piece of designer paper that paired beautifully with the western feel of the sentiment. The Howdy die cut is set on a stitched white panel, which gives it a polished look and helps it stand out as the finishing touch.

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Howdy

Purdue Pete

 

WT1118 - use stripes, Doodle lines, linewash technique

For my card, I chose the strips option and reached for a few black designer paper scraps from the pile I am working to use up this year. I arranged them on a bold yellow cardstock panel, letting the contrast do most of the visual work. That panel is layered on white cardstock and then placed on a black card base, creating a clean and striking foundation.

Once the layout was set, I pulled out this fun Purdue Pete image. He is stamped on white cardstock and colored with copics to give him plenty of personality. I framed him with black cardstock for a crisp finish and popped him up on dimensionals so he stands out against the background.

To complete the card, I added a few scattered black gems for just a touch of shine.

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Purdue Pete

Sweet Birthday Wishes

SC1127 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I started by looking through the stack of papers I am working to use up this year and found several wonderfully fun pieces. I trimmed the top two designs and layered them on white cardstock, then cut down the base layer and mounted it on kraft cardstock before placing everything on a white card base. The mix of patterns creates such a cheerful backdrop.

Next, I pulled out the playful Spellbinders pie die cut and assembled the pieces, adding a touch of shading with a sponge dauber to give the pie a warm, crispy look. The pie is popped up on dimensionals for extra lift and finished with a sweet little flower accent.

To complete the card, I added a sentiment banner, also popped up on dimensionals, and scattered several gems across the design for a bit of sparkle.

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Sweet Birthday Wishes

Thanks Very Much

 

CAS911 - Add Gems

For this card, I began with a green floral designer cardstock from the collection I am working to use up this year. While looking through my pieces, I found a gorgeous floral panel that paired beautifully with the soft greens, so I decided to let the two work together as the main focus of the design.

I cut the Thanks Very Much sentiment from the same green floral paper, then layered the floral panel over it and mounted everything on a white cardstock base for a clean and bright finish. To give the sentiment more presence, I die cut it three times from white cardstock, stacked the layers for dimension, and added the green die cut on top.

To complete the card, I scattered a few green gems across the design, adding just a touch of sparkle without overwhelming the florals.

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Thanks Very Much

Coffee Birthday

 

FS1018 - This week's Featured Stamper is Christine (cmesinden) - I found this INSPIRATION.

For this card, I stayed with the coffee birthday theme but gave it a fresh look by choosing a different designer paper and shifting the layout. I began with a rich brown cardstock base, which sets a warm foundation for the design. On top of that, I added a patterned paper from my stash, part of the collection I am steadily working through this year, and its colors and textures create a pleasant backdrop for the focal image.

I stamped the Tim Holtz coffee cup and colored it with copics, letting the warm browns and soft shading bring the image to life. Once it was trimmed, I sponged brown ink around the edges to add depth and then layered it on matching brown cardstock to echo the card base and tie the elements together. To finish the card, I popped the image up on dimensionals, giving it a touch of lift and adding a bit of extra interest to the overall design.

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Coffee Birthday

On This Special Occasion

 

IC1079 - Rifel Paper Co - INSPIRATION

For this card, I had the pleasure of working with some beautiful Anne Griffith pieces that came to me in a very unexpected way. My aunt recently helped a friend downsize her craft room for a move, and she arrived with several boxes of supplies that felt like a treasure hunt. Tucked inside were these gorgeous Anne Griffith die cut papers, and I knew immediately that they needed to be the focus of a project.

I selected a couple of the die cut layers and built them up with dimensionals to give the delicate designs more presence on the card front. The soft raised effect brought out all of the intricate details and created a lovely foundation for the rest of the layout.

Next, I added a sentiment, also lifted on dimensionals, and set it on a square designer layer that framed it perfectly. The extra bit of pattern added a nice contrast to the elegant die cuts and helped balance the overall design.

To finish the card, I found a set of dimensional stickers in the boxes that fit the scene beautifully. Their subtle shine and gentle lift added just the right touch, bringing the whole card together with a sweet and polished look.

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On This Special Occasion

Wiper Card

WT1117 - Wiper Card

I fell in love with the Wiper Card die set from Creek Bank Creations the moment I saw it at the local craft fair, so it was an easy decision to bring it home. For this card, I cut all the wiper pieces from a soft light peach cardstock and assembled the mechanism, which creates such a fun interactive surprise.

Next, I added the floral print panels, letting the pretty pattern dress up the structure of the card. For the wiper element itself, I die cut a gorgeous Spellbinders butterfly and placed it on the pop‑up flag, pairing it with a smaller gold glitter butterfly for a touch of sparkle and movement.

On the front of the card, I finished the design with a double layered happy birthday sentiment. The bottom layer is the same light peach cardstock, and the top layer is cut from gold glitter paper, giving the greeting a bright and celebratory shine.

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Wiper Card

Wintery Christmas

SC1126 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I started by pulling out the wonderful die cut house from Poppy and cutting all the layers from a mix of scrap pieces. Once the house was assembled, I added sparkle and texture with stickles on the snowy roof, windows, and chimney. A single Nuvo Drop on the door gives the house a charming finishing touch.

Next, I die cut the tree and placed it beside the house to build a simple winter scene. Both elements are layered on a snowy patterned paper, then mounted on kraft cardstock and finally on a clean white card base, which keeps the whole design crisp and bright.

To complete the card, I added a Merry Christmas sentiment popped up on dimensionals for a bit of lift and balance.

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Wintery Christmas

Birthday Friend

 

CAS910 - #bff

When I think of the theme bff, my mind goes straight to mans best friend, so I reached for this charming Whimsy Stamps image. I stamped it on kraft cardstock, which gives such a warm and natural base, then brought the scene to life with colored pencils. The soft texture of the kraft really lets the shading stand out.

To finish the design, I added a playful birthday sentiment from Stampin Up at the top. It balances the image nicely and keeps the whole card feeling lighthearted and fun.

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Birthday Friend

Bear Thinking of You

 

FS1017 - this week's incredibly talented, featured stamper is NuSu. I found this INSPIRATION.

For my card, I pulled out this adorable teddy bear image from Stampin Up and colored it with copics, letting the soft blends and warm tones give the bear a sweet cozy feel. The image set the mood right away, so I leaned into those gentle colors as I planned the rest of the design.

I die cut the circles and gathered a mix of playful patterned papers that coordinated with the shades in the bear, adding touches of red and tan to the layers to echo those colors and create a nice balanced look. To finish the card, I added a few red punched hearts, giving the whole piece a cheerful little pop that ties everything together with a touch of charm.

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Bear Thinking of You

Black and Gold Congratulations

IC1078 - Wrapables - INSPIRATION

I was inspired by the gorgeous selection of tissue paper and remembered that I had a lovely piece of gold and white tissue tucked into my scrap drawer waiting for the right project. I glued the tissue paper to a white card base, trimmed it down, and layered it on black cardstock before mounting everything on a gold card base. The combination created a rich and elegant foundation for the rest of the design.

Next, I pulled out a couple of coordinating paper scraps that paired beautifully with the tissue paper. With the addition of black matting, the layout came together with a balanced and polished look that let the gold accents shine.

To finish the card, I die cut two hearts, one in black and one in gold. I heat embossed the congratulations sentiment in white on the black heart, then added both hearts to the front of the card for a striking focal point.

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Black and Gold Congratulations

Congratulations to the Happy Couple

 

WT1116 - Edge Treatments

For my card, I pulled out one of my favorite Heartfelt Creations die sets and used it to create the arched card base from a beautiful white shimmer paper. I continued building the structure with several blue and white shimmer arched layers, giving the card a soft, elegant stacked effect.

Next, I die cut the Congratulations sentiment panel from the same blue cardstock and added dimensionals to lift the layers and create depth. For the floral accents, I die cut all the flower pieces, sponged them with shades of blue and purple, shaped and layered them, and then moved on to the leaves, adding touches of yellow and green before shaping those as well. Each flower was hot glued to the card for a sturdy hold, and I tucked in a few white twigs before finishing the blooms with Stickles for a lovely shimmer.

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Congratulations to the Happy Couple

Garden Birthday

 

SC1125 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I pulled out a wood‑themed paper pad I am working to use up this year and trimmed the base layers, stacking them on white cardstock and then a brown card base for a warm, rustic foundation. Next, I cut several rust‑colored pieces for the layout and added white panels with hand‑drawn dashing to give those layers a little extra charm and texture.

To finish the card, I die cut several Spellbinders garden pieces using the same rust tones along with a touch of silver mirror cardstock. I added dimensionals to a few of the elements for depth, then shaped the flowers and topped them with Nuvo Drops for a soft, polished finish.

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Garden Birthday

With Sympathy

 

CAS909 - Dog Days of Summer- Dogs or Summer Fun 

I love a good dog challenge because it always gives me the chance to create another pet donation card. For this one, I started with a watercolor panel and brushed on a soft rainbow wash for the background. Once it dried, I die cut the paw prints from black cardstock and layered the watercolor panel behind them so the colors peek through each opening.

To finish the card, I die cut a white poodle and popped it up on dimensionals along with the With Sympathy sentiment, giving the design a gentle lift.

This will be another of my pet donation cards.

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With Sympathy

Lively Ties

 

FS1016 - this week's very talented, featured stamper is MN_Stamper also known here as Patti. I found this INSPIRATION.

Inspired by the cheerful row of colorful boots, I decided to switch the idea to a playful row of colorful ties using this classic Stampin Up stamp that features a full line of ties. I set the stamp and cardstock in place with my Misti, then masked and unmasked each tie so I could ink and stamp them one at a time, choosing a different bright color for each to create a lively rainbow effect. After the ties were finished, I added the birthday sentiment and trimmed the panel for a clean look.

The ties are popped up on dimensionals and set over a piece of designer paper from my stash that I am working to use up this year, then mounted on a white cardstock base. A single red pearl on the center tie adds a simple finishing touch and a bit of sparkle.

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Lively Ties

Flamingo Birthday

 

IC1077 - Artful Home - INSPIRATION

For my card, I was inspired by this wonderful flamingo image and knew it needed a bright, cheerful setting. I pulled out this cute Heartfelt Creations stamp, colored it with Copics, and die cut it to give it a clean, finished look.

From there, I dug into the stack of papers I’m trying to use up and found a couple of fun, vibrant patterns that felt perfect for the playful feel of the image. I added coordinating layering papers behind each piece to give everything a bit more definition.

To tie the design together, I stamped the birthday sentiment in pink to echo the pinks in the papers, then popped the flamingo up on dimensionals to make it stand out on the panel. A few gold mirror candy dots add just the right touch of shine to finish the card.

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Flamingo Birthday

Dream Big

 

F4A857 - Me Time - What makes me happy creating is being inspired by something.

MIX704 - Sky's the Limit

For this card, the whole idea started with my hubby. He bought a beer from a company called Pax Beer, and after finishing one, he handed me the can with a grin and said, "Could you make a card with this?" Well of course, babe. The label was so fun, and I knew immediately it needed to be the star of a project.

A few days later, while sorting my craft room for what feels like the thousandth time, I came across a paper pad from Michaels that hubby had picked out. I held the label next to the paper and thought, "Self, that is a perfect match." Sometimes the best pairings happen by accident.

I carefully removed the label from the can and mounted it onto cardstock for stability. After trimming it down, I rounded the top corners to soften the look and give it a more finished feel.

Next, I cut the designer paper and layered it on black cardstock to echo the black elements in the label. The whole panel is mounted on a purple card base, which pulls out the rich tones in the artwork and gives the card a bold, striking foundation.

The birthday sentiment is popped up on dimensionals for a bit of lift, and the "Dream Big" sentiment part of the designer paper pad was trimmed down and layered on black as well. It adds a fun, inspirational touch that complements the label beautifully.

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Dream Big

Cowboy Birthday

 

WT1115 - Lets go Faux, any if the faux techniques on SCS or from your own repertoire. I chose Faux Stamped Leather

For my card, I pulled out this great leaf image from DRS Designs and used it to create the Faux Stamped Leather technique, which gives such a rich, textured look. Once the panel was finished, I die cut the layer and paired it with a wonderful silhouette image from Impression Obsession. I stamped the cowboy on white cardstock, then die cut both the image and the black mat using stitched dies for a clean, finished edge.

To complete the design, I added a double‑banner birthday sentiment and tucked it under the cowboy silhouette panels for a subtle layered detail. The finished pieces are mounted on a simple black card base, giving the earthy tones and strong silhouettes a bold, striking punch.

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Cowboy Birthday

Time to Celebrate Your new Dog

 

SC1124 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I pulled out my trusty paw print paper and layered it on red cardstock before mounting it on the white card base. Next, I die cut the Hunkydory dog and placed it on a coordinating red die cut layer. I added a couple of hearts in red and white, then popped up a silhouette dog for a playful touch and a bit of extra dimension.

To finish the card, I found a fun sentiment in my bag of dog embellishments, and it was the perfect final detail to pull everything together.

This will be another of my pet donation cards.

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Time to Celebrate Your New Dog

Butterfly Birthday

 

CAS908 - Moths or Butterflies

For my card, I pulled out this fantastic Tattered Angels image, stamped it on watercolor paper, and heat embossed it with gold glitter embossing for a rich, elegant shine. I added color to the butterfly using a blend of orange and yellow, letting the warm tones glow against the embossed lines.

To finish the card, I added a simple birthday sentiment.

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Butterfly Birthday

At Least You Don't Have to Wear a Cone

FS1015 - this week's very talented Featured Stamper is Barbara aka Lady Bugum. I found this INSPIRATION.

When I saw Barbaras card, the cheerful polka dot paper immediately caught my eye. I remembered this playful print tucked in the paper pad I am working through this year, and it felt like the perfect moment to bring it out. I adjusted the layout a bit to suit my supplies and added a floral strip for a touch of color and movement. The sweet dog image from Impression Obsession paired with the uplifting sentiment creates a bright and happy focal point that feels ideal for someone who could use a little encouragement.

The image is colored with copics and layered on soft blue to keep the look light. The floral panel is trimmed with orange for contrast, and the polka dot base is set on blue before everything is mounted on the white card panel. To finish the design, I scattered a few orange sequins for sparkle and a playful finishing touch.

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At Least You Don't Have to Wear a Cone

80th Birthday Celebration

 

IC1076 - Ginger Blue Decor - INSPIRATION

USEIT2026 - Flowers

I had such a lovely time creating this special birthday card. I began by digging into my tote of items I am trying to use up, and I found a generous stack of flowers and leaves that felt perfect for a milestone celebration. It is always satisfying to give those saved pieces a new life, especially when they come together so beautifully on a finished card.

My inspiration featured lovely flowers, and I used that idea as the starting point for my own design. I arranged the blooms and greenery around the birthday greeting, adjusting the placement until everything felt balanced and full. The soft colors and layered petals created a gentle frame that draws the eye right to the sentiment, while the added number element gives the card a personal touch for this special 80th birthday.

Once the floral cluster was in place, the rest of the card came together naturally. The layered background papers add depth without overwhelming the design, and the dimension from the raised elements gives the whole piece a polished, finished look. It is always fun when inspiration and leftover supplies blend into something that feels both thoughtful and celebratory.

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80th Birthday Celebration

Sunny Birthday

 

F4A856 - Heat

These last few days have been brutally hot here, and the sun feels as if it is determined to shine straight down on us. With that in mind, I reached for a cheerful paper pad I am trying to use up and trimmed one of the patterns so it would resemble a bright sun rising over my little scene. The layers are framed with a soft blue that gives everything a gentle glow and then mounted on a crisp white card base.

Next, I pulled out a wonderful Spellbinders die set and cut the pieces from colors that mirror the shades in the designer paper. A bit of shading on several of the elements adds depth and helps them stand out against the background. Once the pieces were ready, I arranged them across the sunny designer paper, letting the colors play together.

To finish the card, I added a birthday sentiment and a few candy dots for a touch of playful texture. It feels like a happy little moment captured on paper, perfect for a warm summer day.

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Sunny Birthday

Dancing Chicks

 

WT1114 - Dancing/Movement (Ginger Rogers's Birthday)

For my card, I pulled out this fantastic, fun image from Art Impressions and colored it with Copics to bring out all her personality. I wanted a designer paper that would complement her perfectly, and I found just the right piece in the stack of papers I am working to use up this year. I did an out‑of‑the‑box cut so the image could stay a bit smaller while still letting more of that great patterned paper show through.

To finish the card, I added a simple birthday sentiment and popped it up on dimensionals for a clean, cheerful touch.

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Dancing Chicks

Pet Sympathy

 

SC1123 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my cards, I pulled out some pawprint paper and then spotted this blue gingham piece that felt like it was just waiting to be used. The sketch is perfect for creating two cards at once, and since I am working to build up my pet donation cards, getting a pair out of one design is always a win.

Once I cut all the pieces for the fronts, I swapped the top and bottom panels between the two cards to give each one a slightly different look. I layered everything on black cardstock for contrast and then mounted the panels on white card bases for a clean finish.

Next, I die cut the sentiment panels, added a simple With Sympathy sentiment, and popped them up on dimensionals to give the design a gentle lift.

These will be added to my growing collection of pet donation cards.

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Pet Sympathy

Love You

 

CAS907 - Cleaning Up Your Table

For my card, I glanced at my desk and found a little pile of die cuts practically begging to be used. I had several white love die cuts along with a single red one, so I stacked all the white pieces together to build dimension, then offset the red layer on top to create a bold shadow effect that really makes the sentiment pop.

Next, I die cut the word You from gold glitter paper and layered it over the love stack, giving the whole sentiment a bright, eye-catching finish.

To keep the look striking and modern, I placed the completed die cuts on a black card base, letting the contrast make the red and gold shine even more.

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Love You

Monochromatic Thank You

FS1014 - this week's talented featured stamper is wileyk. I found this INSPIRATION.

I have been slowly working my way through several selected paper pads over the last few weeks, and the inspiration piece today immediately caught my eye. The background behind the card had the same feel as this floral print in one of the pads I am trying to finish, so it was the perfect excuse to pull it out again. I cut the layers in a similar layout and added tan and white accents to give each panel a clean, framed look. Since the inspiration also included a polka dot pattern behind the sentiment, I made sure to echo that detail in my own design.

Once the layout was assembled, I adhered it to a tan card base for a warm foundation. I added the Thank You sentiment on gold glitter paper and popped it up on dimensionals so it would stand out against the patterned layers. To finish the card, I tucked in a few white flowers from my stash along with some delicate twigs, then added Nuvo Drops to the flower centers for a soft, polished touch.

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Monochromatic Thank You

Bee My Valentine

 

IC1075 - Wedgewood Tableware - INSPIRATION

I was inspired by the colors on the plate and used that palette as the jumping off point for my card. I have had a stash of these adorable 3D bee stickers, and they paired perfectly with the gold bee designer paper pulling in the gold and white accents from the inspiration piece. I trimmed the paper to size, layered it on black cardstock for contrast, and mounted everything onto a bold red card base.

For the focal point, I die cut the center arch in black and white and added a bright red heart to echo the Valentine theme. Once the arch was assembled, I stamped the playful "Bee My Valentine" sentiment from DRS Designs beneath the heart. A few dimensional bees buzzing around the focal panel finish the card with just the right amount of charm and movement.

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Bee My Valentine

You Are How Old

 

WT1113 - Candles

I realized I had not used this fun Art Impressions image in years, and she felt absolutely perfect for this challenge. I stamped her on white cardstock and colored her with Copics, letting the bright tones bring out her personality. For the panel, I did an out‑of‑the‑box cut to trim the image back just enough to layer her over a purple and white checkered designer paper. I tore the upper right corner, sponged it with black Distress Oxide, and added a touch of gold Stickles for a playful, distressed sparkle. For even more fun, I stamped the birthday sentiment, tore the edge, and gave it the same black‑and‑gold treatment so everything ties together.

To finish the card, the panel is layered on the purple gingham, then on a coordinating purple cardstock, and finally on a clean white card base for a crisp, polished look.

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You Are How Old?

Birthday Magic

 

SC1122 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For my card, I started with a great piece of designer paper that worked perfectly for both the sketch and the magic theme. From there, I pulled out this terrific stamp and die set from Maker’s Movement. I stamped the bunny, colored it with Copics, and die cut all the pieces before tucking the bunny into the layered top hat, which creates such a fun reveal.

To bring even more movement and interest to the design, I die cut several white pieces to mimic playing cards and floated them around the panel, popping a few up on dimensionals to give the scene a lively, scattered look.

To finish the card, I stamped the birthday sentiment and colored it to match the bright colors in the designer paper. The completed panel is layered on black to echo the black accents in the die cuts and then mounted on a clean white card base for a crisp finish.

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Birthday Magic