Swatching cardstock. Spellbinders’ 48 colors of cardstock turned out to be both a creative and relaxing process! Using the Color Swatch Petal Dies and color stamps, I organized my swatches in rainbow order and discovered both old favorites and exciting new shades. I documented the entire process—die-cutting, stamping, and assembling my swatches on a ring—and even created a reel to show how it all came together.
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Bursting with Smiles: Celebrating with the Hero Arts Starburst LetterPress Plates
2 bright and festive Starbursts BetterPress Letterpress handmade cards perfect for birthdays, graduations and any celebratory occasion.
Spellbinders | Yana’s Daisies
Yana Smakula’s latest Spellbinders collection, Yana’s Daisies, is floral perfection! I created two cards using the Daisy Trio Etched Dies and BetterPress Plates—one with a soft, layered wildflower look and another with a bold, graphic letterpress style. Whether you love delicate details or high-contrast designs, this collection has something for you!
Spellbinders April Club Kit Release – Snail Mail, Vintage Letterboxes & Stitched Stationery!
The April 2025 Spellbinders Club Kit Release is full of charming details! This month, I created three cards: a vintage farmhouse letterbox with watercolored die cuts, a whimsical snail delivering happy mail, and a stitched notebook page card with colorful die-cut page tabs. Each kit brings a unique design opportunity—whether you love classic elegance, playful themes, or nostalgic stationery. Come check them out!
Elegant Wedding Cards | Spellbinders Copperplate on Your Wedding Day Collection
Looking for elegant wedding card inspiration? The Spellbinders Copperplate on Your Wedding Day Collection by master calligrapher Paul Antonio is pure romance! I used BetterPress plates with my Glimmer System to create beautifully foiled cards in a soft monochromatic peach color scheme. With embossed backgrounds, delicate die-cut flowers, and scripty sentiments, these designs feel timeless and sophisticated. Plus, I’m sharing foiling tips to help you get that flawless finish!
Spellbinders: Healing Thoughts – A House Mouse Get Well Card
Need a little Get Well card inspiration? My latest House Mouse creation, "Healing Thoughts," features an adorable scene of a juvenile mouse signing a cast with a giant purple crayon! This clean and simple design keeps the focus on the heartwarming stamped image, enhanced with soft monochromatic coloring and a soothing lavender card base. House Mouse cards always bring a smile, making them the perfect choice for cheerful, heartfelt greetings. Plus, find links to my other House Mouse designs!
Spellbinders March 2025 Club Kits – Two Cards, Endless Creativity!
The Spellbinders March 2025 Release is here, and I couldn’t wait to create with these new kits! My first card, made with the Fairways and Fish Tales Die of the Month, is a fun fishing-themed design perfect for the men in your life. My second card combines the Stitching Club of the Month with the Large Die of the Month, featuring a stunning gold-stitched background and floral die cuts in pink, orange, and white. Whether you're crafting for a nature lover or a fan of intricate stitched designs, this release has something for everyone!
Vintage Flower Shoppe Cart | Spellbinders
Step into a world of floral charm with this handmade card featuring the Flower Cart die set from Spellbinders’ Vintage Flower Shoppe collection! Ink-blended details, baskets of coral and pink blooms, and a charming “Fresh Flowers” sign bring this square card to life. See how I added unique touches—like black enamel dot wheel nuts—and get inspired to create your own market-fresh design!
Ranch-Themed BetterPress Art Projects: Meet Clover and Cotton Ball
Bring a touch of farm ranch charm into your home with these BetterPress animal theme art projects featuring Clover the cow and Cotton Ball the lamb. These letterpressed, watercolored, and beautifully framed prints are rustic art pieces you’ll love. Discover the process and get inspired to create your own!
Spellbinders | Club Kit Cards | February 2025
Craft with charm and creativity using the Spellbinders February 2025 Club Kits! This month, I’ve created two whimsical scene cards—one featuring an adorable stitched bunny in a green dress, framed with delicate stitching, and another showcasing a pair of stylish die-cut shoes filled with fresh spring flowers. Both designs are packed with intricate die-cut details and soft, spring-inspired colors. Kits used: Large Die of the Month, Small Die of the Month and Stitching DOM.