In this post, I share 4 practical tips for holiday cardmaking while featuring Spellbinders’ new Christmas Cracker Die Set and Dimpled 3D Embossing Folder. Tips include using quality cardstock, swatching colors, drawing from color inspiration systems, and adding texture/dimension. With bold non-traditional colors inspired by Color Cubes #252, this festive card shows how simple choices can transform your designs.
Category: Die cutting
Halloween Card | Spellbinders Pupkin
A Halloween card so cute it’s scary! I used Spellbinders’ new Pupkin die set to create an adorable dog in a pumpkin costume carrying a skull-shaped trick-or-treat bucket. Made in memory of my daughter’s lab, Tank, this card is quick and easy to assemble with past club kit dies for mats and ColorWheel cardstock.
A Simple Guide To Using Layering Stencils in Cardmaking
I will walk you through my step-by-step guide for using layering stencils in cardmaking as I create a dreamy purple and orange card using the Sunnyside Manor Layering Stencil,
Spellbinders August 2025 Club Kits: Under the Sea Magic!
This month’s August 2025 Spellbinders Club Kits are a summer splash of color and creativity! I created three fun nautical cards featuring fish, sailboats, stitching, and more. Come see the underwater adventure and grab my tips for working with small dies and stitching too!
Hero Arts August 2025 | Light-Up Tags + Crystal Ball
This month’s Hero Arts August Kits are packed with creativity! I made a light-up Halloween tag with the new Press One Light (so fun!), and a magical crystal ball card using the You Are Magic Stamp & Cut. Halloween vibes, foil details, and mystical layers—these kits are inspiring for spooky season and beyond!
Christmas in July | Candy Canes, Color and Confections
Celebrate Christmas in July with the whimsical Candy Cane Season Collection from Hero Arts! I’m sharing two sweet cards that feature peppermint-themed backgrounds, layered candy canes, and cheeky sentiments using stencils, stamps, and dies. Whether you love traditional red and green or prefer a soft modern twist, this collection has something to get your holiday mojo started early!
One Plate, Two Techniques: BetterPress & Glimmer Cards
I’m sharing five summer cards made with the Hero Arts July 2025 “Summer by the Sea” release! From shimmering foiled shells to soft letterpress textures and a beachy shell wreath, this collection is perfect for carefree creative days.
How to Choose Colors for Handmade Cards
In this post, I explore creative color selection for handmade cards using Spellbinders’ July 2025 Christmas dies. I share two holiday cards—one inspired by Color Cube #255 with bold purples and oranges, and another using the Spellbinders Color Deck Holiday Expansion Pack with soft pastels and glitter. Plus, I share helpful color-picking tips including how to use color wheels, Google image searches, and color sampler tools to bring your card ideas to life.
Spellbinders Club Kits – July 2025
Get a head start on your holiday crafting with the Spellbinders July 2025 Club Kits! This month’s festive collection features colorful cocoa mugs, an adorable penguin mug, elegant stitched diamonds with peppermint flair, and a sweet gingerbread man—all perfect for Christmas in July. I created four unique cards using the Large Die of the Month, Die of the Month, Stitching Die of the Month, and Caboodle Bonus Gift. Whether you're in the mood for cozy, cute, or classic holiday vibes, there’s inspiration here for every style!
Hit the Road with Hero Arts! July 2025 Club Kits Blog Hop
Ready to hit the road—creatively? The Hero Arts July 2025 Club Kits are packed with scenic Heroscapes, playful retro dies, and dreamy backgrounds. I created four cards featuring desert drives, heart-filled backgrounds, and even a retro cassette tape. Stop by the blog for layered stamping, ink smooshing, and summer cardmaking inspiration!
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