Nov 23, 2025 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards |
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Do you need a masculine birthday card? I had fun using four die sets to create today’s card for a Fall birthday, which you can see in my Product List below. I began with the largest, and second largest, Branching Out Dies to cut two patterns of Woven Textures Designer Paper. These layers were glued to a Basic Beige card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
Masculine Birthday Card
Next, I used a Gathering Moments Die to cut a large leaf from Crumb Cake Cardstock, and attached it with Dimensionals. How do you like the smooth leaf against the texture? The bird, and envelope, were cut with Peace On Earth Dies from Basic Beige Cardstock and Basic White Cardstock. After gluing the envelope to the bird, I attached them with Dimensionals.
“Happy Birthday” is from The Right Words Stamp Set. I stamped it in Early Espresso Ink on Basic Beige Cardstock, used a Perfectly Pears Die for cutting, and attached it with Dimensionals. I completed the card with subtle sparkle from Iridescent Foil Gems.
Black Friday Sale Begins Tuesday, November 25!
From November 25 to December 1, we can get up to 40% off select products. Click the link to my store to see all the products that are on sale.
- 40% off
- Stampin’ Blends
- Paper Trimmer and blades
- Ink bundles
- 25% off
- 15% off
- Shop the full selection of discounted products online.
- Products are available while supplies last.
- Orders will likely arrive in time for the holidays.
Happy Holidays!
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Nov 21, 2025 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards |
Today’s card features the Elegant Pine Snowflakes Designer Paper and Delicate Pines die-cuts. I began with a beautiful pattern of the designer paper, 4″ X 5 1/4″, glued to a Lost Lagoon card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″. Then, I cut Lost Lagoon Cardstock 3″ X 4 1/4″, and topped it with Basic White Cardstock 1/8″ smaller. After gluing the two together, I embossed it with the Beautiful Pattern Embossing Folder, and glued it to the center of the card front.
Elegant Pine Snowflakes
Next, I used a Delicate Pines Stamp and Garden Green Ink to stamp pine branches on Basic White Cardstock. Then, I used Delicate Pines Dies for cutting, along with leaves from Elegant Pine Snowflakes DSP. I used two more Delicate Pines Dies to cut berries from Cherry Cobbler Cardstock, and a white, pine snowflake from Basic White Cardstock.
After preparing the pieces above, I arranged them beneath a sentiment label, cut from Basic White Cardstock with a Stylish Shapes Die. “Merry Christmas” is from the Jolly Holly Stamp Set, stamped in Cherry Cobbler Ink, and the label is attached with Dimensionals.
My design ended up looking much like Jennifer Brum’s at Freshly Made Sketches. Thank you for the inspiration, Jen!
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Happy Holidays!
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Nov 19, 2025 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards, TGIF |
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This beautiful dove, from the Peace On Earth Bundle, is making another appearance. She is carrying an envelope, and both were cut with Peace On Earth Dies from Basic White Cardstock. After cutting, I attached the dove with Dimensionals to Peaceful Garden Designer Paper (Cloud Cover), cut with the smallest, square, Perennial Postage Die. Then, I turned the square, and glued it to another pattern of Peaceful Garden Designer Paper (Crumb Cake), cut with a long, narrow, Textured Notes Die.
Sending Love
The background was cut with the third largest, Textured Notes Die from Peaceful Garden Designer Paper (Cloud Cover). Then, I stamped “sending love,” from the Peace On Earth Stamp Set, in Secret Sea Ink. After layering for thickness, I attached it with Dimensionals to a layer of Peaceful Garden Designer Paper (Crumb Cake), cut with the largest Perennial Postage Die. This layer was glued to a Thick Basic White card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
To complete my design, I added three, Neutral Matte Dots in white.
I was inspired by TGIF.
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Happy Holidays!
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Nov 17, 2025 | Gallery, Global Design Project, Hand-Crafted Cards |
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This week’s Global Design Project is a theme: “Brrr,cold.” Please join in the fun, and create a winter themed project. Then, post it on social media, and tag it #gdp523, so everyone can see it.
I began my winter card by stamping snowflakes, from the Delicate Pines Stamp Set, on Beautiful Bokeh Designer paper. I used two colors of ink: Fresh Freesia for the larger stamp, and Bubble Bath for the smaller stamp. After stamping, the largest Branching Out Die was used for cutting, which I layered with Bubble Bath Cardstock for thickness. Then, I used the So Swirly Embossing Folder to give it texture.
Next, I used a Delicate Pines Die to cut the middle, stamped, snowflake. Prior to re-attaching the snowflake with Dimensionals, I added pine branches to the back. These were cut with a Delicate Pines Die from Basic White Cardstock. Then, I used a Branching Out Die to cut sprigs from Silver Foil, and glued them in place.
Warmest Winter Wishes
“Warmest Winter Wishes” is from the Delicate Pines Stamp Set, stamped in Fresh Freesia Ink, cut with a Textured Notes Die, and glued on top of the snowflake. After attaching the art piece to a Thick Basic White card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″, I added three Purple Fine Shimmer Gems, as a final touch.
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Nov 16, 2025 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards |
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I named today’s card “Circles of Beauty,” designed with Brushed With Beauty Designer Paper and Spotlight On Nature Dies. I began by using the largest of the three circle dies to cut a pattern of Brushed With Beauty DSP. The circle was glued to Basic White Cardstock, 41/8″ X 5 3/8″, after I gave the white layer texture with the Gathering Leaves Embossing Folder. The card base is Thick Basic White Cardstock, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
Circles of Beauty
Next, I used the medium circle die to cut a pattern of Petal Pink, layered it for thickness, and placed it on Dimensionals.The smallest of the three circle dies was used to cut the flowers. I was delighted that the flowers from the designer paper fit within the circle perfectly. This will make those opposed to fussy cutting very happy. After layering the flower circle for thickness, I attached it to the medium circle with Dimensionals.
“Just” and “because” are from the Words Of Beauty Bundle. I used a die to cut “Just” from Petal Pink DSP, and “because” was stamped in Crumb Cake Ink on the same DSP. Then, I used a label die for cutting, and attached it with Dimensionals. To complete my design, I dotted the “j” with a Pearl Of Beauty, and added two more by the word “because.”
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Nov 14, 2025 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards |
Today’s card features the wonderful, Joyful Days Memories & More Card Pack. Due to its popularity it’s out of stock now, but scheduled to return around November 24th. You should attempt to order it now, because a message will pop up asking if you would like to be given notice when it’s available. It’s perfect for “quick & easy” Christmas cards. I fussy cut the Christmas tree, placed it on Dimensionals, and cut the plaid 3″ X 4″.
Joyful Days Christmas Tree
Next, I cut Basic White Cardstock, 5 1/4″ X 4″, and embossed the left side with a Glass & Gardens Embossing Folder. After gluing the plaid to the white layer, I put Tear & Tape down the dividing line, and placed Mossy Meadow & Gold Trim on top, adhering it to the back. Then, I glued the layer to an Old Olive card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″, and attached the Christmas tree.
“Merry Christmas” is from the Jolly Holly Stamp Set, stamped in Real Red Ink. I used a retired, Happy Little Things Die for cutting, and attached the label with Dimensionals. After attaching Peppermint Embellishments, my Joyful Days Christmas Tree card was complete.
I was inspired by Freshly made Sketches.
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Stampin’ Up! Craft Class coming November 20. Order the Brushed With Beauty Suite, and the class to craft along!
Happy Holidays!
Product List
![The Right Words Cling Stamp Set (English) [ 165316 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165316s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "The Right Words Cling Stamp Set (English) [ 165316 ]")
![Branching Out Dies [ 165775 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165775s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Branching Out Dies [ 165775 ]")
![Peace On Earth Dies [ 165924 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165924s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Peace On Earth Dies [ 165924 ]")
![Gathering Moments Dies [ 165979 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165979s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Gathering Moments Dies [ 165979 ]")
![Perfectly Pears Dies [ 166153 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166153s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Perfectly Pears Dies [ 166153 ]")
![Woven Textures 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165560 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165560s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Woven Textures 12\" X 12\" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165560 ]")
![Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 164511 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164511s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Basic Beige 8 1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 164511 ]")
![Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 120953 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/120953s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Crumb Cake 8-1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 120953 ]")
![Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166780s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Basic White 8 1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 166780 ]")
![Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147114 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/147114s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147114 ]")
![Iridescent Foil Gems [ 162842 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/162842s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Iridescent Foil Gems [ 162842 ]")
![Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/104430s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]")
![Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/149653s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]")
![Jolly Holly Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 166117 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166117s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Jolly Holly Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 166117 ]")
![Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/159183s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]")
![Beautiful Pattern 3 D Embossing Folder [ 167097 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/167097s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Beautiful Pattern 3 D Embossing Folder [ 167097 ]")
![Elegant Pine Snowflakes 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166066 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166066s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Elegant Pine Snowflakes 12\" X 12\" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166066 ]")
![Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 133679 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/133679s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Lost Lagoon 8-1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 133679 ]")
![Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119685 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/119685s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 119685 ]")
![Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147083 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/147083s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147083 ]")
![Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147089 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/147089s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147089 ]")
![Peace On Earth Bundle (English) [ 165925 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165925s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Peace On Earth Bundle (English) [ 165925 ]")
![Perennial Postage Dies [ 162607 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/162607s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Perennial Postage Dies [ 162607 ]")
![Textured Notes Dies [ 165555 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165555s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Textured Notes Dies [ 165555 ]")
![Peaceful Garden 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165917 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165917s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Peaceful Garden 12\" X 12\" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 165917 ]")
![Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [ 159229 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/159229s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Basic White 8 1/2\" X 11\" Thick Cardstock [ 159229 ]")
![Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad [ 165285 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165285s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad [ 165285 ]")
![Neutral Matte Dots [ 165561 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165561s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Neutral Matte Dots [ 165561 ]")
![Delicate Pines Bundle (English) [ 166074 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166074s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Delicate Pines Bundle (English) [ 166074 ]")
![So Swirly Embossing Folder [ 163791 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/163791s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "So Swirly Embossing Folder [ 163791 ]")
![Beautiful Bokeh 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 164607 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164607s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Beautiful Bokeh 6\" X 6\" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 164607 ]")
![Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad [ 155611 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/155611s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad [ 155611 ]")
![Bubble Bath Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161664 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/161664s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Bubble Bath Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161664 ]")
![Purple Fine Shimmer Gems [ 162611 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/162611s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Purple Fine Shimmer Gems [ 162611 ]")
![Silver Foil 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Pack [ 163096 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/163096s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Silver Foil 12\" X 12\" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Pack [ 163096 ]")
![Words Of Beauty Bundle (English) [ 167090 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/167090s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Words Of Beauty Bundle (English) [ 167090 ]")
![Spotlight On Nature Dies [ 163580 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/163580s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Spotlight On Nature Dies [ 163580 ]")
![Gathering Leaves Embossing Folder [ 165983 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165983s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Gathering Leaves Embossing Folder [ 165983 ]")
![Brushed With Beauty 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 167082 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/167082s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Brushed With Beauty 12\" X 12\" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 167082 ]")
![Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147116 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/147116s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147116 ]")
![Pearls Of Beauty [ 167098 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/167098s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Pearls Of Beauty [ 167098 ]")
![Joyful Days Memories & More Card Pack [ 165822 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165822s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Joyful Days Memories & More Card Pack [ 165822 ]")
![Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders [ 165597 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165597s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders [ 165597 ]")
![Happy Little Things Dies [ 163709 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/163709s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Happy Little Things Dies [ 163709 ]")
![Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 100702 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/100702s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Old Olive 8-1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 100702 ]")
![Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147084 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/147084s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147084 ]")
![Mossy Meadow & Gold 1/4" (6.4 Mm) [ 166158 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166158s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Mossy Meadow & Gold 1/4\" (6.4 Mm) [ 166158 ]")
![Real Red & White Adhesive Backed Peppermints [ 164050 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164050s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Real Red & White Adhesive Backed Peppermints [ 164050 ]")
![Tear & Tape Adhesive [ 154031 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/154031s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Tear & Tape Adhesive [ 154031 ]")
![Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [ 144108 ]](https://i0.wp.com/assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/144108s.jpg?w=140&ssl=1 "Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [ 144108 ]")
