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.
Category: Die cutting
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!
What’s Brewing? A Bold & Graphic Espresso-Themed Card with Hero Arts
If you love coffee (or tea!) and cardmaking, you’ll adore the new What’s Brewing Collection from Hero Arts. I created a vivid espresso-themed thank you card using the Stove Top die set and "Thanks a Latte" sentiment. Come see how I brought my kitchen inspiration to life!
Spellbinders | Lovely Lemons: Die Cutting, Ink Blending & a Touch of Gold
Fresh-picked and full of joy—today’s card features die cut lemons, blossoms, and a gorgeous hydrangea blue script background. It’s finished with a gold-foiled “Ciao Bella” sentiment and inspired by my own backyard lemon trees!
Hero Arts June Club Kits – Coastal Vibes, Picnics & Petals!
The June 2025 Hero Arts Club Kits bring major Coastal Vibes, and I couldn’t resist turning the Beach Bag die into a dreamy die cut picnic basket, complete with wine, wisteria, and baguettes! Plus, don’t miss my hydrangea stenciled card in blues and purples—perfect for all occasions!
Spellbinders | Using Patterned Paper on Die Cut Cards
Celebrate the maker in your life with this charming and clever crafty card! Featuring the new Crafty Babe Collection from Spellbinders and an earthy palette, this die-cut card is perfect for creative friends.
How to Create Mixed Media Backgrounds for Your Cards
If you're looking to master mixed media cardmaking and get the most out of your BetterPress, this guide walks you through each layered, textural step. From letterpress backgrounds to wax seals and distressing, learn how to create artful cards that make a statement.
VIDEO: Quick and Easy Cardmaking
Watch as I create a Quick and extremely easy card on the first-ever Hero Arts Craft Lounge. With rub-on transfers and a clever die set, this card came together in minutes—perfect for a last-minute wow. Three other designers also create different cards on screen at the same time.
Case Closed! An Adorably Crafty Mystery with Hero Arts
Follow the crafty clues in Hero Arts' Case Closed Collection! I'm sharing a sleuth-inspired card featuring Miss Detective, complete with a stenciled plaid cape and a magnifying glass sentiment that says "It's No Mystery, You're Incredible." Join the hop!
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