The April 2025 Spellbinders Club Kit Release is full of charming details! This month, I created three cards: a vintage farmhouse letterbox with watercolored die cuts, a whimsical snail delivering happy mail, and a stitched notebook page card with colorful die-cut page tabs. Each kit brings a unique design opportunity—whether you love classic elegance, playful themes, or nostalgic stationery. Come check them out!
Author: Karen Brown
Elegant Wedding Cards | Spellbinders Copperplate on Your Wedding Day Collection
Looking for elegant wedding card inspiration? The Spellbinders Copperplate on Your Wedding Day Collection by master calligrapher Paul Antonio is pure romance! I used BetterPress plates with my Glimmer System to create beautifully foiled cards in a soft monochromatic peach color scheme. With embossed backgrounds, delicate die-cut flowers, and scripty sentiments, these designs feel timeless and sophisticated. Plus, I’m sharing foiling tips to help you get that flawless finish!
Blog Hop: Enchanted Paper Gardens with the Hero Studio April Release!
Step into a paper fairy tale with the Hero Arts April Release & Blog Hop! I’m sharing two whimsical die-cut cards: one featuring a lush, layered terrarium full of mushrooms, leaves, and a fluttering butterfly, and another with bold, hand-painted leaves and a cheerful “hello” sentiment. Both are packed with watercolor magic, intricate details, and playful techniques! Join me on this enchanting adventure and get inspired to create your own magical garden of paper and ink.
Spellbinders: Healing Thoughts – A House Mouse Get Well Card
Need a little Get Well card inspiration? My latest House Mouse creation, "Healing Thoughts," features an adorable scene of a juvenile mouse signing a cast with a giant purple crayon! This clean and simple design keeps the focus on the heartwarming stamped image, enhanced with soft monochromatic coloring and a soothing lavender card base. House Mouse cards always bring a smile, making them the perfect choice for cheerful, heartfelt greetings. Plus, find links to my other House Mouse designs!
Fast, Fun & Fabulous: Cardmaking with Printed Paper & Stickers
Creating layered, dimensional cards doesn’t have to be complicated! With printed paper and chipboard stickers, you can design stunning, multi-layered cards in no time. In this post, I’m sharing three beautiful designs that are perfect for beginners—and a blast to make. Grab your favorite patterned paper, mix and match stickers, and let’s create!
Spring Whimsy with Hero Arts: Bold Colors, Butterflies & Birthday Cheer
Spring is in full bloom, and so is the Hero Arts Spring Whimsy Collection! In this post, I’m sharing four vibrant cards featuring hot foiling, ink blending, heat embossing, and die cutting. From shimmery butterflies to a charming 9-pane birthday window, these designs are packed with color and creativity. Come explore these bold and playful springtime cards with me!
Video Hop | Easy, Fun & Festive Birthday Cardmaking: Color, Shine, Celebrate!
Can you ever have too many birthday cards? I think not! In today’s post, I’m sharing a bright and festive birthday card featuring the Hero Arts Celebrate Stamp & Stencil Set and shimmery Glitz Inks. With bold colors, easy stenciling, and a touch of shimmer, this card is perfect for anyone! Plus, I’ll give you a peek at how I store my stamps and dies using Hero Arts Magnetic Sheets and Storage Sleeves. Join me for this Video Hop and let’s celebrate in style! 🎉
VIDEO | Spring Floral Stenciling & Color Theory: Create with Confidence!
Love playing with color? In this post, we’re diving into floral stenciling three ways using the Hero Arts Friendship Blooms Collection! I’ll share a shimmering Byzantine Green background with a Plum ‘Congrats’ sentiment, a dreamy Mother’s Day card with layered florals, and a refreshing aqua gradient stenciled design. Plus, we’ll chat about color theory and how the color wheel can help you pick bold, eye-catching combos! Join me for some stenciling, die-cutting, and plenty of crafty fun!
Make a Splash: Postage Collage Summer Beach Card
Make a splash with this beachy birthday card featuring stenciled beach balls, ink blending magic, and a fun postage stamp theme! Inspired by a trip to the shore, I combined bright yellow, green, and blue hues with a touch of Glitz Ink shimmer. The Waffle Flower Postage Collage die and stamps add a playful, mail-ready touch, while the crisp white "Happy Birthday" sentiment pops against a bold orange mat. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or new to ink blending, this card is a fun and easy way to send birthday wishes!
Vintage Charm & Soft Elegance: Hero Arts March 2025 Release
The Hero Arts March 2025 Release is here, and I’m bringing you two cards that highlight its versatility! One card features a vintage-inspired suitcase with florals, layered over a textured background of stamped travel elements. The second is a soft pastel circular card with a playful bow pattern, perfect for beginner cardmakers. Whether you love die-cut layering or simple stamping and coloring, this release has something for you!
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