The Pinkfresh Studio Daydream Edit release is filled with gorgeous florals and versatile sentiments, and today I’m sharing a set of three bold floral birthday cards featuring the Floral Daydream and Celebrate in Blooms products. I started with a subtle black-on-black glimmer background for added texture, layered on a die cut elongated oval frame, and finished the designs with…
Category: Paper Crafting
Farmers Market Card Ideas with the Spellbinders April 2026 Clubs (Live Replay)
This week I went live with the Spellbinders April 2026 Clubs, creating a collection of farmers market–themed cards by mixing and matching elements from the different kits. This release is full of versatile pieces that work beautifully together, and in the live I share tips, ideas, and inspiration for getting the most out of your…
Book-Themed Cards with the Pink & Main April 2026 Release (Friday Live Replay)
The Pink & Main April 2026 release is here, and I had so much fun creating a couple of cozy, book-themed cards during today’s Friday Live! These designs feature stacked books paired with the sweetest critters for a charming, storybook feel. I combined Olo coloring with an embossing folder background using my favorite white pigment…
Rainbow Die Cut Butterfly Canvas + Matching Card (Simon Says Stamp Making the Cut April 2026)
This month’s Making the Cut project features a home décor canvas and coordinating card duo that’s perfect for gift giving or adding a pop of color to your own space. I love transforming inexpensive 11×14 canvases from craft or big box stores using die cuts, stamps, and inks. For this project, I combined two butterfly…
April 2026 My Monthly Hero Kit “Plant Lady Society” | Card Ideas + Live Replay
I’m sharing a full look at the Hero Arts April 2026 My Monthly Hero kits, Plant Lady Society! This fresh, plant-filled release features charming greenery, cozy greenhouse-inspired elements, and playful sentiments perfect for creating modern, nature-inspired cards. In the replay, I walk through the entire kit and create multiple cards, sharing tips and ideas along the…
Glimmer Hot Foiling on my Friday Live!
Happy Saturday, friends! Yesterday I went live on my YouTube channel for a fun, technique-filled crafting session all about glimmer hot foiling. We spent nearly three hours foiling backgrounds, sentiments, and decorative elements before using those pieces to create three finished cards. In the replay, I’m sharing my favorite foiling techniques, tips for getting the…
Creative Masking and Layering with the Simon Says Stamp April 2026 Card Kit
Today’s card features components from the Simon Says Stamp April 2026 Card Kit, where I combined creative masking with stamping, inking, and stenciling to build a layered mixed media design. Even though this card has lots of depth and detail, it remains almost one layer thanks to strategic masking and thoughtful placement of each element….
Hero Arts Layered Lilac set from my February Patreon Live!
Today’s card is all about layering techniques and adding beautiful texture with the Hero Arts Layered Lilac die set. I’m sharing how to create a postage edge stamped and die-cut card base, incorporate ink smooshing with an embossing folder for added depth, and design a sweet wax seal postage frame featuring a rub-on image focal…
Three Sewing Themed Cards made using products from the Waffle Flower Spring Sale!
In today’s video I’m sharing three sewing and quilting-themed handmade cards created with a mix of dies, stencils, and stamps. I love combining these elements to build layered, detailed designs that still feel clean and cohesive, and I’m walking through a few of my favorite tips for making that happen. All of the products featured…
Simon Says Stamp March 2026 Release | Bunny Shaker Card with Spring Florals
Happy Saturday and welcome to the Simon Says Stamp In My Heart Blog Hop! Today’s card features a variety of products from the March 2026 release. I love mixing and matching die cuts and images to build detailed scene cards, and this design is full of spring charm. A sweet bunny dances among layered florals…