In this month’s Making the Cut for Simon Says Stamp, I’m sharing how to create a sweet Easter basket card using layered die cuts. By combining multiple die collections, adding soft inking to die-cut elements, and using an embossing folder for subtle texture, you can create beautiful dimension while keeping the design soft and cohesive….
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DIY Floral Heart Pocket Decor | Words of Love Wall Hanging
For the February 2026 edition of Making the Cut, my monthly die-cutting series for Simon Says Stamp, I’m sharing a fun home décor idea perfect for Valentine’s Day and easy to enjoy all year long. This Words of Love Heart Pocket Decor features a die-cut heart pocket filled with beautiful paper florals and showcases many…
Building the Perfect Snowman Card with Layered Backgrounds
In the January 2026 edition of Making the Cut, my monthly series for Simon Says Stamp, we’re creating the most adorable snowman card while diving deep into layered background techniques. This project explores ink blending, ink smooshing, background stamping, silver splatter, and even an acetate window with additional stamping to build dimension and visual interest….
Step-by-Step Songbird Wreath Gift Tag—Adorable Results!
Looking for a festive tag with extra wow? Meet the Songbird Wreath Gift Tag from my December Making the Cut video! This sweet design has texture, layering, and charm: so fun to make and perfect for gift-giving (or hanging on your tree!). Click to watch the full step-by–step tutorial! Affiliate links are used throughout this…
Perfect Tags For Gift Giving
Happy Wednesday, friends! It’s time for another episode of Making the Cut—my monthly die-cutting series with Simon Says Stamp! This month, I’m sharing a trio of adorable triangle-shaped tag ornaments that are perfect for gift-giving or holiday décor. These clever new dies from the Simon Says Stamp and Everything Else release make quick, easy, and…
Haunting Halloween Card with Postage Collage and Die Cuts (October 2025 Making the Cut)
It’s time for some spooky-cute crafting magic! Today I’m sharing a die-cut Halloween card featuring Simon Says Stamp Halloween dies and the Waffle Flower A7 Postage Collage Dies and Stencils. This 5×7 card combines a postage-style background with miniature Halloween vignettes in each frame. I mixed and matched several of my favorite Simon Says Stamp…
Create Easy Flower Backgrounds with Die Cuts
Welcome to the August 2025 edition of Making the Cut! This is my monthly series over on the Simon Says Stamp YouTube channel where we dive into all things die cutting. This month, we’re creating easy flower backgrounds using one of my favorite techniques: repeating die cuts! In addition to the groovy flower design on…
Design a BREATHTAKING Floral Card That Blooms with Style! (Simon Says Stamp July 2025 Making the Cut)
Learn how to create a breathtaking floral bouquet die-cut card with this easy-to-follow tutorial! In this Simon Says Stamp Making the Cut series video, I’ll show you how to craft a stunning floral arrangement using dies and cardstock. From selecting the perfect flowers to assembling the bouquet, we’ll cover all the steps to create a…
COLOR Your Embossed Die Cut Pencils with MARKERS! (June 2025 Making the Cut)
Welcome to the June 2025 edition of Making the Cut for Simon Says Stamp! In this easy DIY tutorial, I’ll show you how to use markers to color your die-cut and embossed pencils and give them a vibrant makeover. Perfect for teachers, students, or even crafty enthusiasts, this simple technique is a great way to…
MAGICAL Cardmaking Secrets with Vellum! (Simon Says Stamp May 2025 Making the Cut)
Unlock the secrets to creating stunning card with vellum in this May 2025 edition of Making the Cut for Simon Says Stamp. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, you won’t want to miss these vellum cardmaking secrets revealed! Get ready to elevate your cardmaking game and create breathtaking cards that will impress anyone….