cardmaking · Tutorial

1 Die Set, 2 Moods: Coffee Shop Chalkboards & a Lemonade Easel Card

Looking for a die set you’ll use again and again? Today I’m sharing two very different looks using the Spellbinders Lemonade Stand Collection—a trio of dramatic black chalkboard thank-you cards with heat embossing, plus a bright, cheerful lemonade easel card that’s made to be displayed. Along the way, I’m sharing a reliable heat embossing tutorial, easel card tips, and ideas to help you get the most from this versatile die set.

Best Of · cardmaking

Top 5 Hero Arts Cards of 2025 (Fan Favorites & Personal Picks)

A roundup of the best and most popular Hero Arts cards of 2025, including fan favorites, personal picks, and standout techniques. Featuring Valentine cards, clever themed designs, coffee-inspired projects, letterpress and foil cards, and bold floral die cutting—with links to each original tutorial.

cardmaking · Stamping

Cute Coffee Theme Thank You Card Featuring House Mouse

Today I’m sharing a cute and easy House Mouse thank you card using the Brew-tiful Day rubber stamp from Spellbinders. I colored everything with Copic markers and used a fun coffee-themed sentiment—because who doesn’t love a latte pun? House Mouse cards always make people smile and this one is quick to create!

cardmaking · Cardmaking Kit · Die cutting

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.

Cardmaking Kit · Die cutting · stitching

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!