Category Archives: Masculine

90th Birthday Card Tutorial: Elegant Gold & Black Number Dies with Textured Background | Stampin’ Up! Number of Years Bundle

Hello my Stampin’ Friends The Number of Years Bundle has been incredible for adding a personal touch to every celebration in my life. Whether I’m crafting cards for birthdays and anniversaries or documenting milestones like graduations and first days of school, these number dies are essential. I’ve even incorporated them into my scrapbooking projects – they’re so versatile! The quality is outstanding, making each creation look polished and professional. This… Read More »

Happy Birthday Gary with Timeless Plaid Designer Series Paper

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Today’s card is for my son-in-law, Gary. Masculine cards are so hard for me so I usually wait until the last minute to make one. How easy it for you to make a “man” card? The top panel showcases Old Olive cardstock as a textured background frame from the Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder, paired with Boho Blue Timeless Plaid Designer Series Paper creating a stunning… Read More »

Happy Anniversary or Happy Valentine’s Day – which one is it?

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Today’s card includes both a Happy Valentine’s Day and a Happy Anniversary card for my husband of 32 years. I thought I would include how we were married. High in the Colorado Rockies, where the crisp winter air meets the clouds, a uniquely romantic tale unfolded. When our journey began in 1992 with a proposal that came with a choice – I would select the date,… Read More »

Happy Birthday, David Jr

Good Afternoon my Stampin’ Friends! The clearance rack sale yesterday was a big hit – items flew off the shelves! I hope you had a chance to snag some deals before everything sold out. This birthday card is for my son-in-law, David Jr. We have quite a collection of Davids in our close family circle: With so many Davids around, family gatherings can get a bit confusing! This card with… Read More »

Crafting Elegant Masculine Cards: Featuring Stampin’ Up!’s Grove Dies and Thoughtful Journey DSP

Good Afternoon my Stampin’ Friends Create sophisticated masculine cards with ease using Stampin’ Up!’s versatile Grove Dies paired with the nature-inspired Thoughtful Journey Designer Series Paper (DSP). This winning combination offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern design, ideal for crafting cards for the men in your life. The Grove Dies add depth and texture with their intricate tree silhouettes, while the Thoughtful Journey DSP provides a rich,… Read More »

The DSP Sale Begins Tomorrow! Plus, the Loveliest Tree Bundle Card

Good Afternoon my Stampin’ Friends Tomorrow (6 Aug 2024) is the big day! The sale on select Designer Series Papers starts, so stock up and save on your favorite paper for any crafting project. I’ve attached a copy of the DSP Sale Flyer for your convenience. Download here Crafting can be simple! With the Loveliest Tree Stamp Set, you can create beautiful cards for any occasion. The detailed tree imagery… Read More »

Thoughtful Journey – Happy Birthday Tanner

Good Afternoon my Stampin’ Friends Just a reminder – ending 30 June 2023 I’m still struggling with my sinus congestion, but I managed to make a card for my grandson Tanner using the gorgeous Thoughtful Journey Designer Series Paper. It’s always a challenge to make a card for a 29-year-old. Should I add a bow or not? Include embellishments or skip them? In this case, I decided to add some… Read More »

Notes of Nature

This is one of the most difficult cards I’ve ever had to make. My grandson, Tanner, is going through cancer treatment right now and I’m hoping card will let him know how much I care and love him. He is on the west coast andI plan to go see him the end of July. The image depicts a bold, thought-provoking handmade card with the statement “CANCER SUCKS” prominently featured. The… Read More »

In the Grove for today’s masculine card

Good Afternoon my Stampin’ Friends The weather has been crazy this week. I hope you are safe in your area. For today’s post, I used the In the Grove Bundle with the sentiment from In the Moment Stamp Set. The stamps and dies from this bundle were designed to create beautiful mountain, forest, and wildlife card fronts. By using the coordinating dies to cut the detailed stamps, one can layer… Read More »

Happy Birthday Gray Owl on Masculine Monday

Good Afternoon my Stampin’ Friends Time is flying by! Have you looked at the latest last chance products? Make sure to check them out before April 30, 2024, as they’ll be gone once the new catalog comes out. Shop Last Chance Items I’ve sent out all the catalogs for my customers and “requests for catalog”. If you do not receive your copy by the end of the week, please let… Read More »