For this card, I started with a black card base and added a gold heat embossed birthday sentiment along the bottom. I then pulled out a favorite Stampin Up birthday stamp and colored the image with Copics.
To finish the card, I popped the image up on dimensionals and added a few gold sequins to keep the design clean and simple.
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USEIT2026 - Dragonfly & Clouds
For my card, I started by digging into the tote of pieces I am trying to use up and came across this dragonfly along with a set of soft clouds that felt like they had been waiting for the right project. They immediately set the tone for a light and airy design.
I paired them with a sheet of designer paper from my use it up stack, arranged the clouds across the panel, and added the dragonfly on dimensionals to give it lift and movement. The raised wings brought a nice sense of energy to the scene.
To finish the card, I layered the panel on white cardstock and then onto a purple card base to pull out the colors in the patterned paper. I added the sentiment on dimensionals as well, giving the final design a balanced, cohesive look.
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IC1068 - Moda Operandi - INSPIRATION
For my card, I was inspired by the tropical birds in the challenge and reached for this vibrant Heartfelt Creations image. I stamped it, die cut it, and colored it with Copics, letting the bright tones bring out that fun tropical feel.
Next, I pulled out more of the paper pads I am working on using up this year and built a layout using bold, tropical colored patterns. Each panel is layered on white cardstock to give the design clean definition and help the colors stand out.
All of the layers are then mounted on a bright green card base, which ties in beautifully with the greens in both the papers and the image.
To finish the card, I popped the tropical bird up on dimensionals along with the birthday sentiment, then added several mirror candy dots for a shiny, festive touch that completes the design.
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For today's card, I chose to thank an animal caretaker. I pulled out some paw print paper, layered it on light blue cardstock, and then added it to the white card base.
Next, I used my Impression Obsession die cuts and cut all of the pieces from my scraps to create the scrubs, the bandage, and the masks.
To finish the card, I stamped the thank you sentiment and popped it up on dimensionals.
This will be another of my pet donation cards.
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For this card, I pulled out this gorgeous paper from Creek Bank Creations. I cut the layers, added pink framing to each one, and adhered everything to the white cardstock base.
Next, I die cut several flowers using Spellbinders die cuts in coordinating colors to match the paper and added them to the sentiment panel. I finished the card with several green gems for a touch of sparkle.
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For my card, I chose white for my monochromatic color. I used a white card base, die cut these Spellbinders tulips from white, and layered the pieces.
To finish the card, I added the birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals and placed several gems for sparkle and interest.
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USEIT2026 - Bow
I was inspired by the bold flowers in the inspiration piece and started my card by pulling out a floral paper pad from my stash. I trimmed the layers and added green cardstock frames to each one for definition and contrast. Next, I reached for this adorable retired Heartfelt Creations image, colored it with Copics, and popped it up on dimensionals for added lift.
The card is finished with several candy dots, the sentiment popped up on dimensionals, and a coordinating bow from my tote of items I am working to use up.
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I wanted to note that this card originally went live on Saturday 5/16/26, but Blogger was not allowing comments on that version. I removed the affected post and published it again so everything works properly now. I appreciate everyone who let me know Blogger was having issues.
For my card, I started with this adorable House Mouse image and colored it with Copics, letting the soft shading bring the little scene to life. Once the image panel was trimmed down, I framed it with a teal matting layer to give it a crisp, fresh pop of color.
From there, I reached into my stash and pulled out a patterned paper I am working to use up this year. Its tones paired beautifully with the teal, so I layered everything together and set it on a clean white card base to keep the design bright and balanced.
To echo the falling raindrops in the image, I finished the card with several teal gems. They add just the right amount of sparkle and help tie the whole design together.
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For this card, I pulled out a couple of designer papers from my stash and added distressing to the base layers. I added a lace panel along the bottom and then layered two tags, finishing the cross tag with a lace accent.
Next, I added another pair of tags, the clock gears die cut, several flowers from my stash, and the charm. The flowers are finished with gold pearls, and I completed the card with a music themed designer tag and a gold bow to tie in the gold used throughout the design.
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For this card, I pulled out a paper pad that I am trying to use up by the end of the year. I wanted to create a romantic anniversary card, so I paired the patterned papers with a strip of lace to separate the sections. I trimmed the center panel, added white framing to each layer, and die cut The Ton XOXO sentiment.
To finish the card, I popped the Happy Anniversary sentiment up on dimensionals and added a bow made from yarn that I found in my stash. The color matched the bottom designer paper perfectly, so it was a natural final touch for the sentiment panel.
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For this card, I pulled out this really sweet Penny Black image and colored the scene with Copics. I shifted the image slightly off the card front to give the layout more breathing room and keep the design clean and simple.
The card is finished with a birthday sentiment, a few yellow gems, and a yellow cardstock frame that adds a soft pop of color.
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For my card, I drew inspiration from the patriotic theme on Barbara’s design and remembered this stitched panel tucked in my tote of pieces I wanted to finally use. Instead of creating a starry background, I framed the stitched panel with a navy and white Swiss dot designer paper, then layered everything on a bold red panel before mounting it on a crisp white card base.
To finish the design, I added a birthday sentiment and popped it up on dimensionals, giving the card a touch of height and a clear focal point.
I was inspired by the family of elephants and immediately reached for this Altenew die cut set. I cut all of the elephant layers and added gray sponging around the edges to create soft dimension and definition.
Next I cut the designer paper layers from the stack of paper I am working to use up this year, adding green matting to coordinate with the colors in the scene. I placed the elephants on a white mat, added the same green matting, and layered everything onto the designer paper panels.
To finish the card, I stamped the Mother’s Day sentiment, die cut it with a label die, and popped it up on dimensionals for a clean and elevated look.
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The moment I spotted this patterned paper in my use‑it‑up stack, I knew it was destined for this challenge. I trimmed the layers, added a crisp black mat for definition, and arranged everything into a clean, balanced layout.
For the focal point, I reached into my stash and pulled out one of the adorable 3D cat stickers my son gifted me for Christmas. The sweet little kitty is framed with white and then grounded with another black layer so it really pops against the background.
To finish the card, I added a birthday sentiment, popped up on dimensionals and framed in black to tie the whole design together with a polished, cohesive look.
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For my card, I pulled out this adorable Spellbinders die-cut set and cut all the layers, adding a touch of Copic shading to the legs for extra depth.
I die cut the flowers from several scraps and tucked them beneath the birthday sentiment, which is popped up on dimensionals. The whole scene is set over a piece of designer paper from my stash one of the pads I am determined to use up by the end of the year.
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For this card, I pulled out my paw‑print papers and die cut the pieces needed for the sketch. I paired them with this sweet die‑cut dog and added simple framing around the layers to bring in a bit of color.
The dog, one of the hexagons, and the sentiment are all popped up on dimensionals to give the layout some lift and definition.
This will be another of my pet donation cards.
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For my card, I reached for one of my favorite flower stamps a retired Stampin' Up image that has always been special to me. My son and his bride chose this flower for their wedding, so I colored the image in the same shades used in their bouquets.
After the coloring was finished, I added the sentiment, trimmed the panel, and popped it up on dimensionals. The focal piece is layered over an embossed kraft panel from a paper pad I am working to use up this year, and the finished design is mounted on a white card base.
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I was immediately drawn to the three panel layout and it reminded me of the stack of paper strips I have been working through as part of my goal to use up several paper pads this year. I chose three coordinating strips and adhered them to a white cardstock panel, letting the patterns set the tone for the design. From there, I added a layer of gold mirror cardstock for shine and framed everything with a pink card base to pull out the soft tones in the strips.
For the focal point, I selected a playful thank you sentiment from Stampin Up to echo the inspiration card. I stamped the sentiment and image together, then colored the image with shades that match the paper strips so the whole piece feels cohesive.
To finish the card, I added a few pink sticker hearts from my stash of items I am trying to use up. They tie in with the card base and add a sweet final touch to the design.
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I was instantly amused by the idea of vacuuming the tops of the cabinets. I just finished cleaning the tops of my tall bedroom cabinet by hand, and now I realize I could have saved myself a workout with the vacuum. I will file that under lessons learned for next time.
This funny Impression Obsession image of the lady staring down her vacuum was perfect for my inspiration. I stamped her on white cardstock and colored her with Copics, then spotted an animal print in the stack of papers I am determined to use up this year. That print felt too perfect to ignore, so I added a matching animal print pattern to her coat to tie everything together.
I layered the image and the sentiment on red cardstock, tucking the sentiment under the panel for a playful look. To finish the card, I placed everything on the bold animal print designer paper with a blue mat and added a few red gems to echo the red in the image and the sentiment banner.
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Challenges:
A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG
AAA Birthday - ATG (birthday)
Crafts Galore - ATG
DL Art - ATG
Festive Friday - Blue, Brown & Pearls
Krafty Chicks - Color an Image
Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG
Love to Craft - ATG
Love to Scrap - ATG
Polkadoodles - ATG
Seize the Birthday - ATG (Birthday)
Simon says Stamps - Art Impressions
The Sisterhod of Crafters - Make Someone Smile
I can never have enough pet challenges for cards, as they give me the opportunity to create dog cards for my pet donation box.
For my card, I pulled out this adorable Simon Says Stamp pug die cut and cut it from two different browns so I could swap the pieces and create a second card at the same time. I paired the pup with more of the brown floss from the back of my chair that I am working to use up, stitching the white layer to add texture and a handmade touch.
The finished panel is layered on a piece of kraft designer cardstock from my stash that I am trying to use up this year, then mounted on a white card base. The pug and the birthday sentiment are both popped up on dimensionals to give the layout a clean lift.
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Birthday Pug
Challenges:
Classic Design - ATG (Furry Friends)
Digi Choosday - ATG
Everybody Art - Birthday
The Creative Crafters - ATG
For my card, I decided to make a fun fold that plays off the Double Gate Fold. I began with two cream panels measuring 8.5 by 5.25 inches and adhered them together so they overlapped in the center at 4.25 by 5.5 inches. I folded each side at 4.25 inches and again at 2.125 inches to form the layered gates.
I trimmed the front panels on an angle, cutting from the 4.25‑inch fold down to 1.5 inches on both sides, then added a lacy edge with a border punch to soften the shape. Once the base was complete, I added festive designer papers to the main panel and both front folds. Inside, I added a cream panel and used the angled pieces I had cut from the front to create coordinating corner accents.
The card front is finished with a belly band cut to 1 inch by 11 inches, wrapped around the card, and folded over itself just snug enough to stay in place. I covered the band with coordinating festive paper and added a few snowflakes to complete the look.
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Fa La La
Challenges:
Avenue 613 - ATG (Water, I have snow)
Creative Knockouts - 2 or more pattern papers
Star Stampz - ATG (Seeing Double - I did a Double Gate Fold)
Sweet Stampin - Christmas in April
The Crafter's Cafe - ATG (No Squares - This is a double gate fold)
For my card, I used this fun Simon Says Stamp die cut, cutting it from white cardstock and layering it over a light blue panel trimmed to fit behind the design.
The sunflower is placed on a white card base with an Inkadinkado thank you sentiment stamped beneath it, and I finished the card with a few scattered clear sequins for a simple, bright touch.
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Challenges:
A Place to Start - ATG
Beautiful Blooms - ATG (floral)
Creative Inspiration - Easter / Spring
Farm Quest - ATG (Country)
The Paper Funday - Dies or Punches
Tic Tac Toe - (CAS, Die Cut, Floral)
I was drawn to the cheerful feel of Heather's card and reached for this upbeat Art Impressions image. I stamped it on white cardstock and colored it with Copics, then chose a piece of patterned paper from the stack I am trying to use up. The bright colors in the paper guided the palette for the image, and each layer was mounted on black cardstock for definition, echoing the black layering in Heather’s design.
Heather tilted both her panel and sentiment, so I added a tilted sentiment of my own, popped it up on dimensionals, and finished the card with a few pearls.
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For my card, I reached for a fun Tim Holtz drink‑glass die set and cut the pieces from white cardstock and silver mirror cardstock. The white elements were colored with Copics to bring the glasses to life. Once assembled, the pair was arranged over a pink‑and‑white designer paper panel pulled from the stash I’m working through this year.
The birthday sentiment tucks neatly beneath the glasses, and the finished panel is layered on silver mirror cardstock and then a white card base for a crisp, bright finish.
Several pink gems add the final touch of sparkle.
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USEIT2026 - Star
For my card, I pulled out the boot and hat die cuts from Spellbinders and cut them from cream cardstock. I kept the paper in the dies and sponged brown ink through the openings, then removed the pieces and added a bit more sponging to deepen the shading and give the images extra interest.
I tied a pink lasso around the boots and popped both the boots and hat up on dimensionals over this fun Whimsy Stamps paper. The panel is layered on a piece of designer paper from my stash that I am working to use up this year and then mounted on a white card base.
To finish the card, I added a star from my tote of items to use up, a few scattered leaves, and the birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals.
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For my card, I pulled out some fun designer paper from Unity and trimmed the layers to build the background. I added the panels to a brown card base to echo the warm tones in the puppies and give the layout a grounded look.
The Congratulations sentiment is popped up on dimensionals for a clean, simple finish that lets the patterned paper shine.
This will be another of my pet donation cards.
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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, changing up the colors I used the first time.
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.
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For my card, the large leaf immediately made me think of this sweet House Mouse image, so I stamped it, colored it with Copics, and trimmed the panels down. Each piece is framed with an orange layer to echo the warm tones in the image. For the background, I pulled out a bold sheet from the stack of designer papers I’m working to use up this year.
To finish the design, I arranged the layout, so the sentiment is flagged off the image, then added several orange candy dots for a simple, coordinated touch.
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USEIT2026 - Scotty Dog
My card was inspired by the black lab dominating the inspiration panel, which immediately reminded me of the wonderful Scotty Dog die cuts gifted to me by Julia (artystamper). Thank you, Julia. I usually work in smaller formats, so I had been saving these dies, and this challenge gave me the perfect nudge to finally use them.
I trimmed the dog so the front portion fit neatly on the card and chose a fun designer paper to layer over the Scotty silhouette. From there, I placed the dog on a bright gingham background, added the coordinating pieces, and finished the focal point with a punched flower.
The card is completed with the sentiment popped up on dimensionals and a touch of Nuvo Drops added to the eye, nose, and flower for extra detail.
This will be another of my pet donation cards.
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For my card, I pulled out this fun Crazy Bird image from Tim Holtz and colored it in teal. I dressed him up with a bowler hat, a patterned tie, and a pair of glasses to give him a quirky personality.
I layered the bird on a playful paper pack my son picked out for me at Christmas, added a white panel for contrast, and then placed everything on a piece of designer paper from my stash that I am working to use up this year. The finished panel is mounted on a white card base.
Both the bird and the birthday sentiment are popped up on dimensionals for extra lift. This one is headed to my son for his birthday, and the little twists in the design feel just right for him.
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For my card, I started with a piece of fish‑themed designer paper and built the layout around its bright colors, adding orange and teal layers to highlight the tones in the pattern.
I die cut the teal panel with scalloped circles, added a white die‑cut layer on top, and then die cut the little mouse and fish bones for the top and bottom circles. For the center circle, I stamped the word Special and added the die‑cut word Meow to tie everything together with a fun cat theme.
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For my card, I pulled out this really cute Penny Black image, stamped it on white cardstock, and colored it with Copics. I added soft red sponging around the edges to frame the image, then popped the panel up on a white card base for a clean, bright finish.
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For my background, I chose a piece from the stack I am working through, and its alcohol ink look brought great movement and color to the design. I added a couple of coordinating scrap papers and gave each layer a crisp white mat for clean definition that helps everything stand out.
Since the Featured Stamper card included a peacock, I reached for this sweet peacock die cut, assembled the layers, and let it take center stage. The sentiment is lifted on dimensionals, and several blue hearts finish the card with a soft pop of color.
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For my card, I was inspired by the stainless steel silverware in the challenge. I have been working through a stack of paper pads this year, and this silverware print was already in my pile of papers to use up. It was the perfect match for this theme. I trimmed the panels, mounted the top layers on black for crisp definition, and centered a Thinking of You sentiment across the three sections.
To finish the design, I layered everything over a black and white gingham background and added dimensionals behind the sentiment for a bit of lift.
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For this challenge, I created a card that features three containers: two small envelopes and a cheerful mailbox. The die cut set from Spellbinders is ideal for a card that will be mailed. I cut the pieces from several papers, layered them, and added dimensionals to a few elements for depth.
I tucked the two envelopes inside the mailbox to complete the little scene. The card is finished with a birthday sentiment that is raised on dimensionals for a simple and pleasing touch.
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For my card, I pulled out an old dictionary a friend passed along when he was downsizing. The aged pages make a wonderful background and felt perfect for a note card. I layered a torn section on cream cardstock, then added a black mat for contrast.
Next, I stamped the Paint Brush Lineup image in black on cream cardstock and layered it on black to match the background panel. I stamped the Just a Note sentiment on cream, added it to the dictionary layer, and popped the paintbrush image up on dimensionals to finish the design with a bit of lift.
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For my card, I pulled out this adorable House Mouse image and colored it with Copics. I paired it with a designer paper pad from my stash that I am working to use up this year, trimming the layers to build the background. While sorting through my supplies, I found a piece of handmade paper that worked perfectly to add texture and to echo the yellow in the cheese the little mouse is holding.
To finish the design, I added a few grey candy dots to tie in with the mouse and the grey layers, giving the card a clean and coordinated look.
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For my card, I reached for an adorable owl stamp from Pink and Main. I stamped the image on white cardstock, colored it with Copics, and popped it up on dimensionals to give it a little lift. The finished panel is set on a green card base, which adds a fresh, cheerful contrast to the soft coloring.
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I am always drawn to a dog‑themed inspiration card. From Claudette’s design, I chose an all‑over dotted background paper in place of an embossed layer, then added a coordinating dotted panel for the next layer. For the sentiment panel, I used a descriptive designer paper that highlights details about the Westie, pairing it with a Westie image from Hunkydory to keep the theme cohesive.
I shifted the horizontal strip downward, widened it, and pulled colors from the descriptive Westie layer to keep everything unified. A thank you banner and a small top banner repeat those colors for balance. Each layer is trimmed in red to echo the tones in the Westie image, and the card is finished with a scattering of pearls for a soft touch.
This will be another of my pet donation cards.
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For my card, I was inspired by the beautiful color combination on the inspiration image and immediately thought of this gorgeous, patterned paper that carries those same hues. I tore the edge for a softer, organic look, then layered it over a bold purple plaid. Those two panels were added to a die‑cut white layer and then mounted on a coordinating purple base.
To finish the design, I added a birthday wishes sentiment, a few delicate die‑cut butterflies, and a paperclip accent from my tote of items I am trying to use up.
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For this card, I wanted to make good use of the small scraps on my desk, and I had a stack of half‑inch by 1.5‑inch designer paper pieces waiting for a project. This punch turned out to be the perfect way to use them, letting me showcase a mix of patterns while clearing out a generous handful of scraps. I punched all the pieces, arranged them on white cardstock, added a gold layer for contrast, and mounted the finished panel on a white card base.
To bring in a focal element, I reached for my Spellbinders stitched butterfly and used some floss from the back of my chair that I am working to use up. I stitched the wings, added dimension, and finished the butterfly with a gold body. Once it was in place, I added the birthday sentiment and a few gold mirror candy dots to complete the design.
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Challenges:
Snippets Playground - ATG w/Scraps
For my card, I pulled out my Hunkydory images and chose this adorable pup for the focal point. I trimmed the pawprint papers, added a yellow cardstock layer to give the panels a bright highlight, and built the layout around the image.
The card is finished with the sentiment popped up on dimensionals and a touch of black Nuvo Drops on the corners of the image for a clean, balanced accent.
This will be another of my pet donation cards.
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For today’s card, I pulled out this great retired Impression Obsession image and stamped it on kraft cardstock. I colored the image with pencils and fussy cut the paws for added dimension.
The paws are popped up on dimensionals over a green and white checkered designer paper, giving the layout a playful lift. The card is finished with a Congratulations sentiment to complete the design.
This will be another of my pet donation cards.
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For my card, I drew inspiration from the large flowers in the challenge and reached for this Honey Bee Stamps peony die. I cut all the layers from white cardstock and blended pinks and yellows onto the petals, with greens and soft yellows on the leaves.
The designer paper was a Christmas gift from my mother‑in‑law, and it felt perfect for creating a Mother’s Day card just for her. I paired it with a grey cardstock layer and a clean white card base, then arranged the peonies across the panel. A scattering of pink gems adds a bit of sparkle, and the Mother’s Day sentiment is popped up on dimensionals to finish the design with a little lift.
My card was inspired by the beautiful bee image surrounded by flowers. I reached for this Spellbinders bee die and cut all the layers from paper scraps, keeping with the scrappy theme. The wings are cut from vellum for a soft, translucent look. After assembling the pieces, I layered the bee onto a die‑cut oval and added the birthday sentiment along the bottom.
To echo the floral inspiration, I placed the focal panel on rose patterned paper and then mounted everything onto a pink cardstock base. A scattering of yellow candy dots finishes the card with a touch of brightness.
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Challenges:
Allsorts - Springtime (thank you, Brenda for letting me know my card fits today's theme. I had not planned on doing much blogging today, but your note made this one a quick challenge. 😀)
For today’s card, I was inspired by the wolf and reached for one of my all‑time favorite Stampin Up sets. I stamped the wolf and the paw print, die cut both images, and added sponging to bring out their details. A touch of yellow was added to highlight the wolf’s eyes.
The images are layered over a pair of kraft designer papers, then mounted on black and white cardstock to add contrast and interest to the layout.
The card is finished with a birthday sentiment popped up on dimensionals and a few scattered candy dots for a simple, balanced touch.
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For today’s card, I pulled out more pawprint paper and used it to build the layout, adding black cardstock to give the layers extra pop. I then die cut the Hunkydory image, layered it on black, and set it in place as the focal point.
The card is finished with a Congratulations sentiment popped up on dimensionals and a few hearts to echo the green in the pawprints.
This will be another of my pet donation cards.
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