Merry Wishes Penguin Shaker Card with Pretty Pink Posh

I’m so excited to share a fun wintery interactive card with you today, featuring some of my favorite stamps - the adorable Penguin Pals Stamp Set. For this card, I’m combining a layered snowflake stencil background with a shaker element and some cute penguins making snow angels. To start, I created a soft, snowy background using the Pierced Snowflakes Die on light blue cardstock. For the stenciling, I used three layers: first, a soft blue (Tumbled Glass Distress Oxide), then a darker blue (Blueprint Sketch Distress Oxide), and finally, a pop of green (Twisted Citron Distress Oxide) inspired by the Evergreen State Shaker Beads I planned to use in my shaker. The combination of tones in the snowflakes looks so beautiful and wintery, and adding some white splatters with opaque watercolor really made the background feel like a snowy scene.

Next, I stamped the penguins from the Penguin Pals Stamp Set and colored them with my Olo markers. I kept their color scheme simple, using warm grays for their bodies and bright yellow-orange for their beaks and feet. To tie in with the background, I gave each penguin a colorful scarf in shades of blue and green. After cutting them out with the Penguin Pals Coordinating Dies, I started planning my card layout, placing the penguins around my embossed sentiment on a shimmery blue label cut from the Easter Sentiments Coordinating Dies. To turn this card into a shaker, I used a frame from the Fancy Cake Dies and added acetate to the back. I carefully applied foam adhesive to create a space for the shaker elements, making sure there were no gaps where the beads and confetti could fall out.

For the shaker filling, I used a mix of Evergreen State Shaker Beads, Blue Shimmer Confetti Mix, and Aqua Shimmer Confetti Mix, which added lots of sparkle and movement to the design. Once everything was securely in place, I attached the shaker to a top-folding A2 card base. I couldn’t resist adding the adorable penguins around the sentiment, making it feel extra festive and full of winter cheer. I absolutely love how this card turned out—it’s fun and full of sparkle without being overly glittery. I hope this tutorial inspires you to create your own shaker cards this new year season, and if you love penguins as much as I do, this stamp set is a must-have! Thanks for stopping by, and I can't wait to share more creative inspiration with you soon!

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Pretty Insects Birthday Cards with Spellbinders January 2025 Clubs

Hi friends! I’m so excited to share a couple of card ideas using the January 2025 club kits from Spellbinders. This month’s kits are packed with beautiful products and designs that will inspire your creativity. From the intricate Glimmer Hot Foil Plate of the Month to the Clear Stamp and Die Set, there’s something for every card maker to enjoy. For my first card, I combined elements like the BetterPress, Glimmer Hot Foil, Aura Glimmer Foil, and the Clear Stamp Set to create a unique "ZoyFold" card. This design blends a Z-fold with a joyfold, offering a creative twist for a fun and interactive card structure.

To match the Craft Roulette challenge theme of elegance, I chose a soft color palette featuring blues, oranges, and florals. I used a charming patterned paper pad and enhanced the design with hot foiling for the "front door" of my ZoyFold card. Tiny magnets help keep the card securely closed, adding both functionality and a bit of hidden charm. I incorporated additional details like the BetterPress butterfly, which I watercolored in coordinating hues, and layered the die cut sentiment to give the card extra dimension. I love how the combination of elegant blues and warm orange accents turned out—it’s a perfect balance of subtle and striking!

For my second card, I highlighted the Small Die and Stencil of the Month kits. Using a blend of Pinkfresh Studio inks and Simon Hurley Astro Paste, I created a vibrant floral background with layered stencils. The centerpiece of the card is a delicate dragonfly with pearlescent vellum wings and metallic gold accents, paired with a bold "Hello" sentiment. This card captures a different kind of elegance, with rich purples and golds complementing the intricate floral details. I hope you’re as inspired by these designs as I was creating them! Let me know in the comments if you’d like a closer look at using magnets in your cards, and don’t forget to check out my live video for even more ideas. Happy crafting, friends!

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Boy You're Getting Old Fandom Birthday Card

One of my favorite things about card making is the way it allows me to bring little scenes to life on paper. This week, I found myself inspired by a rustic countryside theme, and I couldn’t wait to use the Farmland background stamp from Hello Bluebird and the adorable Rooster stamp set from The Sassy Club. With my trusty Blackout Ink from InkOn3, Olo markers, and Onyx Black Versafine ink pad, I set out to create a charming farmyard card. Wishing all my friends a happy Sassy Saturday as I dive into this fun project!

To start, I stamped the Farmland background with Blackout Ink and brought the scene to life by coloring it with my Olo markers. The rich, vibrant hues made the rolling fields and barn pop beautifully. After trimming the background down to 4” x 5-1/4”, I glued it onto the center of an A2 card base. Next, I turned to the stars of the show—the rooster and other cute, cranky bird from the stamp set. After stamping and coloring them in, I carefully fussy cut each piece, along with the sentiment, which I stamped in Onyx Black. Finally, I used foam adhesive to arrange the elements on the card, giving the scene dimension and a playful touch. I love how the finished card turned out; it’s a perfect slice of country charm! If you’re inspired to give this a try, I’d love to see your creations—happy crafting and happy Sassy Saturday!

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Heart Melt Fandom Birthday Card with Kindred Stamps

Hey friends, it's Fandom Friday! This week, I’m diving into a super fun card-making project featuring a magical ice castle and an adorable snowman. I used Kindred Stamps' retired Snow Friends stamp set (don’t worry, I’ve linked a similar option in my supply list) and the Park Cuties castle stamp to create this frosty scene. Plus, I was inspired by the very first “Show Us Your SheetLoad” sketch from Call Me Crafty Al—such a fun throwback!

To bring my ice castle to life, I stamped it on opalescent ivory cardstock using Warm Breeze VersaFine Clair ink, which paired beautifully with my patterned paper. After stamping, I added holographic embossing powder for a shiny, icy finish. For a pop of dimension, I used a distressed crayon in the shade Wonderland to add subtle shadows and depth. I love how easy it was to blend the crayon with just my finger, creating a snowy texture that feels effortless yet striking.

The snowman stamp was next! I used InkOn3 Blackout ink on alcohol marker-friendly cardstock and colored it with a mix of Ohuhu markers and one trusty Copic. To give him character, I added rosy cheeks, a carrot nose, and cute coal buttons. After fussy-cutting both the snowman and the castle, I assembled my card using double-sided adhesive and foam squares for added dimension.

I included a tag-inspired sentiment strip (crafted for last Friday's Craft Roulette challenge) and finished the design with baker's twine from my stash. This card became part of a set I made for New Year’s greetings and thank-you notes—because what better way to start the year than with handmade cards? Let me know if you’re inspired to try this design, and be sure to check out my YouTube video for the full tutorial. Happy crafting!

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Valentine House Treat Box with Scrapbook.com

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and I’ve been busy crafting something extra special using supplies from Scrapbook.com and a few essentials from my stash. I’m thrilled to share my latest project: an adorable Valentine House Treat Box that’s perfect for gifting sweet treats or small surprises. With the Celebrate Expressions Stamp Set, House Treat Box Die Set, Fall and Valentine Add-Ons, and the Valentine 6x8 Patterned Paper Pad, this little box came together beautifully. Of course, my trusty Nocturne VersaFine Clair Ink Pad was the perfect finishing touch for stamping a sentiment.

To make the treat box, I started by die-cutting all the house pieces from a variety of Valentine-themed patterned papers. Once I had my pieces, I glued on the adorable decorative elements while the house was still flat, which made everything so much easier. For a sweet personal touch, I stamped "Happy Valentine's Day" on the back of the house in crisp black ink. Assembling the box was a breeze with a double-sided adhesive roll—it holds the sides and bottom securely. The end result? A charming little treat box that’s as fun to make as it is to give. I hope this inspires you to get crafty for Valentine’s Day!

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Shaped Valentine Food Truck Card with Scrapbook.com

Hi, friends! I’m thrilled to share a project that’s been one of my most detailed and fun creations to date: a shaped Valentine food truck card! This design features a mix of stenciling, shaker elements, and a unique shaped card base—all using amazing products from Scrapbook.com. It’s full of Valentine charm but could easily be adapted for other themes, making it versatile and fun.

For the main focal point, I used the Build and Layer Food Truck Die Set, paired with the Heart Cherries Layered Stencils and the Valentine Patterned Paper Pack in A2 size. To start, I selected a pink striped paper from the pack, which served as the base layer for my food truck. I wanted to add custom texture and interest, so I stenciled the heart cherries onto the food truck using Succulent and Cinnamon Scrapbook.com Hybrid Inks for the stems and leaves. For the cherries, I created a custom stencil paste by mixing Cloud Whip with Cherry Pie Pops of Color, which gave the design a beautiful dimensional effect. The stencil reveal was so satisfying—it created a soft, cotton-candy-like look on the pink paper!

Next, I assembled the truck, adding wheels, an awning, and a fun shaker element. To create tiny shaker windows, I repurposed leftover packaging from a previous Scrapbook.com order. I filled the windows with Sweetheart Sprinklets, which added an extra dose of charm and movement. The process was detailed but well worth the effort, as these shakers added a playful and interactive element to the design.

To finish the card, I decided to turn it into a shaped card. I used the food truck die to cut the card base, allowing the top edge to stay intact for the fold. A matching sentiment, “So Sweet,” cut from the Valentine paper pack, tied the theme together beautifully. After a last-minute decision to swap the patterned door for a bold red one, I was so happy with how everything came together.

This card is packed with techniques—custom stenciling, shaker windows, and a shaped card base—but you can mix and match these ideas to fit your own projects. I’d love to see how you bring your own food truck cards to life, so feel free to tag me on social media! Thank you for stopping by my blog today, and I hope you’re inspired to get creative.

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Sending Love with the New Release from Pretty Pink Posh

Happy release day, everyone! Pretty Pink Posh has just unveiled their newest collection, and I couldn’t wait to get my hands on some of their fabulous new products. Today, I’m sharing a love-filled shaker card featuring the Valentine Greetings stamp set and other gorgeous items from their latest release. I also brought in an older set callee Sending Love stamp set and coordinating dies. Let’s dive into the details of this fun and sparkly project!

I began by die-cutting white cardstock with the largest Eyelet Rectangle die to create the base for my card. Using the new Layered Heart Sprinkles stencils, I built a colorful and textured background. I started by blending Spun Sugar and Kitsch Flamingo Distress Oxides for the first layer. For the second layer, I used Crown Me Lunar Paste to add a pop of shimmer and dimension. This combo created a dreamy, love-themed backdrop that was perfect for my design.

For the focal point, I used the Love Word Shaker dies to create a bold and interactive sentiment. I die-cut the main “LOVE” from purple cardstock, then cut the individual letters from lilac, dark pink, and light pink cardstocks for a vibrant, layered look. The heart-shaped “O” was transformed into a shaker element by cutting it out of the purple base, adhering acetate behind it, and building a frame with foam adhesive. After filling the shaker with Be Mine Shaker Beads, I attached it to the stenciled background, which was mounted onto a light pink A2-sized panel and adhered to a white card base.

To add some extra charm, I stamped and colored images from the Sending Love stamp set using OLO markers and a black alcohol marker-friendly ink pad. Once die-cut with the coordinating dies, I adhered the images to the card using a mix of foam and liquid adhesive for added dimension. As a finishing touch, I stamped a sweet Valentine sentiment from the Valentine Greetings stamp set on the inside of the card. I’m absolutely in love with how this project turned out, and I hope it inspires you to explore Pretty Pink Posh’s new release and create something heartfelt this Valentine’s season!

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