cardmaking · Supplies

14 Best Cardmaking Products & Supplies for 2026 (Must-Have Craft Room Staples)

Looking ahead to a creative 2026, I’m sharing the 14 cardmaking tools and supplies I use most — from favorite subscription kits and die-cutting machines to cardstock, inks, organization tools, and texture essentials. These are tried-and-true favorites that truly earn their place in my craft room and are perfect for cardmakers looking to stock up wisely this year.

Cardmaking Kit · Die cutting · Mixed Media

Spellbinders December 2025 Die of the Month | Gel Press Print Card Ideas

Today I’m sharing a simple mixed media Valentine using the Spellbinders December 2025 Die of the Month – Better Together. I combined one of the adorable owls with a Polaroid-style frame, a rub-on “love” sentiment, and two of my favorite Gel Press prints for a soft, artistic look full of layered texture and color.

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 Kit · Die cutting

Girly Spa-Themed Die Cut Card | Wrapped in Care – December 2025 Club Kit

The Spellbinders December 2025 Die of the Month – Wrapped in Care creates an adorable spa-day themed girl perfect for feminine cards. I customized mine for my daughter with coordinated pastels from the ColorWheel cardstock range, an embossed spa-inspired background, a simple chipboard sentiment, and included a process photo using my favorite Spellbinders tools.

cardmaking · Die cutting

Spellbinders November 2025 Large Die of the Month – Charmed to Know You

Today I’m sharing two darling purse-themed cards using the Spellbinders November 2025 Large Die of the Month Kit – Charmed to Know You. This set is pure cuteness with so many ways to personalize your bag design. Think mini luxury handbag boutique… but in cardstock form! This die kit creates a fabulous purse with dangling… Continue reading Spellbinders November 2025 Large Die of the Month – Charmed to Know You

Cardmaking Kit · Die cutting · papercrafting

Bold Color Block Brunch Theme Card | Spellbinders November Kit

Spellbinders November 2025 Die of the Month — Let’s Do Brunch — is packed with adorable food elements perfect for playful cards! I created a bold color-block background and added a smiling egg, dancing bacon, bubbly champagne glass, and waffle, complete with tiny stick arms and legs. This graphic brunch-themed thank-you card is cheerful, fun, and perfect for foodie friends.

Cardmaking Kit · stitching

My Favorite Stitching Kit Yet! | Spellbinders November 2025 Stitching Die of the Month

The November 2025 Spellbinders Stitching Die of the Month is pure charm — a sweet Chihuahua in a stitched handbag! I stitched my purse with aqua floss and paired it with soothing neutral browns from the ColorWheel cardstock pack. A “Hello” sentiment and a windowpane background complete the look. Dog lovers, you’ll adore this one!

Cardmaking Kit · stitching

Spellbinders October 2025 Stitching Die of the Month | Peppermint Prancer

This post features a handmade Christmas card using the Spellbinders October 2025 Stitching Die of the Month, Peppermint Prancer. I stitched a red-and-white peppermint candy, turned it into the “O” in JOY, and added a playful Rudolph reindeer sprawled across the peppermint. Stitched on a Cascade blue background, this card is bold, festive, and fun. Includes stitching tips, supply links, and additional inspiration from other October Club Kits.