Want to make your handmade cards pop? I’m sharing five simple design choices I use to create more visual impact—from strong focal points and framing to color, contrast and dimension.
Tag: Die cutting
Best Gifts for Cardmakers | 2026 Buying Guide
Discover the best gifts for cardmakers and papercrafters complete with photos and how each product was chosen.
13 Die Cutting Tips I’ve Learned After Making Thousands of Cards
Want cleaner cuts and an easier die-cutting process? After making thousands of cards, I’m sharing 13 of my favorite die cutting tips—from simple cutting habits and helpful tools to color planning and choosing dies you’ll actually use. Plus, see how I put these tips into practice while creating a dimensional City Holiday townhouse card.
3 Completely Different Cards from One Hero Arts Kit
Can one card kit inspire three completely different designs? This month I challenged myself to find out! From a heart made with tiny die-cuts to a stand-up book card and a layered mixed media design, I'm sharing the creative decisions that helped each project come together—plus plenty of finished card photos, process photos, and beginner-friendly tips along the way.
My Favorite Ways to Batch-Make Christmas Cards | 4 Versions
How to Mass Produce Christmas Cards + tips and tricks with four creative card designs using the same set of Hero Arts products — the Snowflake Stencil, Christmas Sentiment Strips, and more — for easy, coordinated holiday crafting. Perfect for crafters who love efficiency with a handmade touch.
Which Subscription Card Kit Did I Re-Subscribe To? 3 Summer Card Ideas from One Kit
Hero Arts My Monthly Hero July 2026 "You're the Zest" combines citrus-themed dies, stamps, and scene-building elements into one versatile subscription kit. See why I re-subscribed after a six-month break and explore three summery card ideas featuring lemons, a scooter with sidecar, and a relaxing lemon tree scene.
5 Steps I Use on Almost Every Handmade Birthday Card
Learn the 5 practical steps I use on almost every handmade birthday card. This colorful floral birthday card features Spellbinders Whimsical Blooms dies, rainbow colors, die-cutting tips, and simple design principles that help create memorable handmade cards.
3 Quick and Easy Thank You Card Ideas
Create three quick and easy thank you cards using simple die cutting and artistic stamping techniques. These beginner-friendly handmade card ideas feature harmonious color palettes, clean layouts, and versatile products perfect for everyday crafting.
Best Cardmaking Subscription Kits I Actually Use and Recommend
Discover the best cardmaking subscription kits for beginners and experienced crafters alike. This guide shares favorite monthly kits, real card inspiration, and tips for choosing the right subscription for your crafting style and budget.
Is This the Best Value Cardmaking Kit? Here’s What I Created
Discover why the Spellbinders All-Clubs Crate is one of the best values in cardmaking subscriptions. This post features tropical card ideas, design tips, and a full breakdown of what’s included in the June kits.