Category Archives: Dies

Handmade with Love: Why Personal Birthday Cards Make All the Difference

In an age of instant everything, receiving something tangible that I made by hand feels special and rare. It breaks through the noise of countless digital messages. That’s why I make personal (and not necessarily Stampin’ Up! images) for my immediate family. Sydney is my granddaughter and she is very special to me. I printed this digital image (non-SU) directly from my computer for the main focal point. The patterned… Read More »

Autumn Gratitude: A Pumpkin-Perfect Thank You Card

Hello my Stampin’ Friends You can create stunning autumn projects with the Beautiful Pumpkins Bundle, featuring coordinating stamps and dies for creating dimensional pumpkins, leaves, and greenery. This versatile Two-Step Stampin’ set lets you layer multiple images for rich texture and depth, while the Distinktive stamp technology adds photo-realistic detail in a single step. Perfect for cards, scrapbook pages, and seasonal décor that captures the beauty of fall! This gorgeous… Read More »

DIY Thanksgiving Cards: Expressing Heartfelt Gratitude Through Paper Crafting

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! In this season of giving, you can create beautiful fall-themed cards, tags, and handmade gifts using the Gathering Moments Bundle. This versatile collection features harvest-inspired images paired with heartfelt sentiments—perfect for sharing gratitude and joy with your loved ones. While working with this stamp set bundle, inspiration struck for another fall card. I find myself gravitating toward the simple, elegant look these stamps naturally produce. Card… Read More »

DIY Greeting Cards: How to Create Dimensional Floral Designs

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! I actually started with a completely different card today – something autumn-themed that just wasn’t working for me. You know how that goes, right? Sometimes a project just fights you every step of the way. So I scrapped that idea and made this one instead. It was such a gorgeous day outside, and I was feeling all warm and happy. This sweet little design just felt… Read More »

How to Make a Handmade Birthday Card with Distressed Wood Background

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! We finally got some much-needed rain in our area! Are you in the path of this large front that’s moving through? I’m so glad this DSP carried over! The Country Woods 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper (DSP) lets you create rustic yet sophisticated paper crafts that work for any occasion. These beautiful wood designs are incredibly versatile – you can dress them up for elegant… Read More »

DIY Thank You Card Tutorial: Creating Dimensional Floral Cards with Paper Layering

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Transition your florals from summer to fall with the Charming Day Bundle. These hand-drawn rose and anemone designs feature open line art perfect for coloring. The set includes versatile sentiments for birthday cards, thank-you notes, and more! Instructions and card measurements below signature. These three panels showcase elegant fun fold card with variations of the same layered arch design. The left features a “Thanks for Being… Read More »

Friends Are Flowers in the Garden of Life Card

Hello my Stampin’ Friends Show the remarkable people in your life how much they mean to you with the You Are Remarkable Stamp Set. This elegant floral design pairs beautifully with any of the included friendship sentiments, which complement the flower’s tall shape and fit perfectly on vertical cards or scrapbook layouts. This stunning friendship card showcases the perfect blend of elegant design and heartfelt sentiment. The centerpiece features a… Read More »

Vintage Floral Birthday Card Tutorial: Combining Pattern Papers and Die Cuts

Charming Day Bundle

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Gracefully transition your florals from summer to autumn with the Charming Day Stamp Set. These exquisite rose and anemone designs feature hand-drawn, calligraphy pen artwork that creates open line art perfect for coloring. Complete with versatile all-occasion sentiments, this set lets you craft beautiful handmade birthday cards, thank-you notes, and so much more! I’ll be honest before we begin the card instructions: it was genuinely difficult… Read More »

From Garden to Card: Watercolor Woodland Scenes

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Step into a charming world of folk tales and garden adventures with the Storybook Moments 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper! Perfect for springtime, Easter, or baby announcement cards, this collection features delightful neighborly critters, gardening accessories, and countryside cottages that are ideal for fussy cutting. The ornate frame patterns, flora, and hearty vegetables make beautiful scrapbook page accents. With its hand-painted characters and soft… Read More »

No Drama, Just Llama Love: Sweet Floral Hug Card

Hi Stampin’ Friends Take your crafting to the next level with our Long Time No See Stamp Set! This delightful collection features a sweet dachshund sporting a stretched sweater and an adorable llama. The innovative design lets you stamp across multiple surfaces to build complete, layered images. Card Instructions: Create the base card using Basic White Thick Cardstock cut to 11″ x 4 1/4″. Fold in half with a Bone… Read More »