Cards | - Part 5

Make a Simply Fabulous Wreath Card

Ok you guys, here’s my second Tutorial Tuesday! I used my Stamparatus, a stamp placement tool, and the Simply Fabulous stamp set to make this cheerful card. This was too fun and too easy to resist sharing.

I created the Simply Fabulous card using this sketch for my inspiration. Sketches are great for an inspiration boost, seeing the big picture, and easy placement and measuring.

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To make my card, I stamped a wreath onto a 3-1/8″ x 3-1/8″ piece of Basic White cardstock using images from the Simply Fabulous stamp set then cut the wreath out with a circle die from the Stylish Shapes Dies; both from Stampin’ Up! To stamp the wreath I used this DIY template with my Stamparatus. I shared how to create your own wreath template in the video below.

Here are a few more cards I made using the wreath template:

Product List

Simply Fabulous Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)	Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin’ Pad	Parakeet Party Classic Stampin’ Pad	Orchid Oasis Classic Stampin’ Pad	Versamark Pad
Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock	Orchid Oasis 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock	2022–2024 In Color™ 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper	2022–2024 In Color Baker’s Twine Pack
White Stampin’ Emboss Powder	Stylish Shapes Dies	Stamparatus	Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine	Heat Tool (Us And Canada)
Stampin’ Seal	Stampin’ Dimensionals

Make a Welcoming Window Card

I shared these cards today during my Coffee & a Card Facebook Live. They are made using the Welcoming Window Bundle from Stampin’ Up!. The bundle is discounted 20% during the month of March along with 12 other bundles.

Product List

Welcoming Window Bundle	Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad	Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad	Cinnamon Cider Classic Stampin' Pad	Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Pacific Point 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Painted Texture 3 D Embossing Folder	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
Stampin' Seal	Multipurpose Liquid Glue	Stampin' Dimensionals

Make a Rainbow Inspired Card using Paper Scraps

The card I’m sharing with you today is so stinkin’ cute! I’ve been wanting to make this card ever since I purchased the Cloud Punch from Stampin’ Up! The rainbow-inspired card is quick and easy to make and features a blending technique as well as some heat embossing on the sentiment.

I cut a stencil using one of the dies from the Basic Borders Dies then used it to blend Balmy Blue ink onto a 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ piece of Basic White cardstock to create the cloudy background. I have a few different brands of blending brushes but the ones from Stampin’ Up! are so bougie and have become my favorites to use.

For all the tips and tricks I used to make this card watch this video replay from today’s Coffee & a Card Facebook Live.

Product List

Sharing Sunshine Photopolymer Stamp Set	Art Gallery Photopolymer Stamp Set	Basic Borders Dies	Cloud Punch	Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad	Versamark Pad	Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Blending Brushes	White Stampin' Emboss Powder	Heat Tool (Us And Canada)	Paper Trimmer	Stampin' Pierce Mat
Multipurpose Liquid Glue	Stampin' Seal	Stampin' Dimensionals

March Madness Card Class

I’m happy to announce my first live, in-person class in over two years! If you’re local to the Kansas City area this is your invitation to attend! The Class will be held on Thursday, March 24th at 6:30 pm in Lee’s Summit, MO.

During the class, you will receive personal instruction to complete the six multi-layer cards shown below. Your March Madness Card Class kit will contain:

Six Card Bases
Die-cuts & embellishments to create six multi-layer cards
12 sheets of the beautiful Abstract Beauty Specialty Designer Series Paper
Six Basic White envelopes
$5 off coupon toward Stampin’ Up! order placed during class

The cost for the class is $25 and includes a $5 off coupon toward Stampin’ Up! order placed during class. Your spot in class is reserved when payment is received. Hurry though registration for this class closes this Friday, March 11th unless spots fill up prior. Payment is accepted through PayPal but you may use any credit/debit card to make payment. Click on the “Buy Now” button below to register!

And, as always, if I can answer any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at Leslie@theplaidpoodle.com

Punch Art Cards using Hello Ladybug Bundle

One of the things I consider before purchasing a paper crafting tool is how versatile it is. Other times I don’t consider anything but the cuteness factor. The Hello Ladybug Bundle from Stampin’ Up! was just so stinkin’ cute that I had to have it. Little did I know all the adorable critters that could be created from one punch.

Who doesn’t love a bunny rabbit? It can be an actual, living rabbit, a fluffy stuffed animal, or a chocolate bunny; they’re all the best! The love of bunnies and the upcoming Easter holiday inspired me to create this card. I added die-cut clouds and images from the Friends of the Forest stamp set to this sweet trio of bunnies.

Here’s another whimsical card using the Hello Ladybug Bundle. I used the Punch to create the flower, the butterfly, and the ladybug.

Product List

Hello Ladybug Bundle (English)	Hello Ladybug Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)	Ladybug Builder Punch	Friends Of The Forest Photopolymer Stamp Set
Medium Daisy Punch	Give It A Whirl Dies	Layering Circles Dies	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad	Polished Pink Classic Stampin' Pad	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad	Abstract Beauty 4" X 6" (10.2 X 15.2 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper
Sunshine & Rainbows 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper	Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine	Stampin' Seal	Stampin' Dimensionals
Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Make an Amazing Silhouettes Pocket Card

Remember the Always in My Heart pocket card I made here? It was so much fun to make that I decided to explore other types of pocket cards I could create. The card I’m sharing today has a side pocket. My favorite part of this card is the sweet heart-shaped pull tab.

The stamped images on this monochromatic card are from the Amazing Silhouettes stamp set from Stampin’ Up! I stamped the butterfly image onto the card insert but left off any sentiment. This card is can be used for many occasions so I will add the sentiment when the need arises. I love that kind of versatility!

Make sure to watch my video tutorial below to see my tip for how I changed the color of the baker’s twine on the card from white to Fresh Fresia.

Cutting Guide

Card Base = 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″ on the 8-1/2″ side
Designer Series Paper = 4″ x 5-1/4″ and a scrap for heart die-cut
Fresh Fresia Cardstock = 5″ x 3-1/2″, 5-1/4″ x 2-5/8″, and a scrap for heart die-cut
Basic White Cardstock = 5″ x 2-3/8″, 3-1/4″ x 4-3/4″

Product List

Amazing Silhouettes Cling Stamp Set	Penned Flowers Dies	Give It A Whirl Dies	Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad	Pansy Petals 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Baker's Twine Essentials Pack	Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush
Stampin' Seal	Multipurpose Liquid Glue	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine	Stamparatus	Paper Trimmer

Make a Simple New Horizons Card

The project I’m sharing with you today is so simple to make! All you need to put this card together is paper, stamps, and ink. It’s a great card for beginning card makers and for those of us that are pressed for time. The New Horizons Designer Series Paper does all the work for you to create a beautiful card.

Product List

Friends Of The Forest Photopolymer Stamp Set	Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad	New Horizons 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock	Evening Evergreen 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Paper Trimmer
Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Make an Always in My Heart Valentine Pocket Card

It’s Valentine’s Week and time is running out for me to share all my heart love projects! The card I’m sharing today is, like most Valentine cards are, over-the-top with lots of layers, patterns, frills, and glitter.

I used the Always in My Heart stamp set along with the coordinating Floral Heart dies from Stampin’ Up! to create this pocket card. The stars of the show are the fun Sweet Talk Designer Series Paper and that lovely floral heart die-cut. The sentiment tag that tucks inside the pocket makes a sweet bookmark.

Product List

Always In My Heart Photopolymer Stamp Set	Dies Floral Heart	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad	Highland Heather 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Sweet Talk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
Blushing Bride 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Playful Alphabet Dies	Layering Circles Dies
Highland Heather 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Grosgrain Ribbon	Stampin' Seal	Foam Adhesive Sheets	Stampin' Dimensionals	Multipurpose Liquid Glue
Mini Glue Dots	Paper Trimmer	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Pocket Card Cutting Guide

Card base = 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″

First Layer = 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″

Pocket Layer = 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″

Make a Friends of the Forest Shaker Card

Today’s project is a 4″ x 4″ shaker card. I used images from the Friends of the Forest stamp set and colored them in with Stampin’ Blend Markers. Just like the card I shared on Monday, I decided to heat emboss the “Glad You’re My Friend” sentiment using White Stampin’ Emboss Powder.

Product List

Friends Of The Forest Photopolymer Stamp Set	Give It A Whirl Dies	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad	Versamark Pad	Calypso Coral Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
Soft Suede Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Flirty Flamingo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Polished Pink 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	White Stampin' Emboss Powder	Heat Tool (Us And Canada)	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine	Ice Cream Corner Sprinkles
Foam Adhesive Strips	Stampin' Seal

Make a Driving By Sunshine & Rainbows Card

You don’t have to be an expert on cars to love the versatile images and phrases in the Driving By Stamp Set. The festive balloons and gifts make this a great set for celebrations such as Christmas and birthdays. But the phrases can turn your project into a celebration of friendship, a message that’s timeless.

Don’t those images remind you of simpler times full of fun-in-the-sun? I couldn’t pick a favorite for the card I’m sharing with you today so I used them all!

I colored the stamped images using Stampin’ Blends and pulled the colors from the cheery Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper. I love this paper so much that it almost made me sad to cut the windows from it.

Cutting & Scoring Guide

Card Base measures 5-5/8″ x 8-5/8″ and is scored at 4-3/8″ on the 8-5/8″ side.
Stamped layer measures 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″
Die-cut layer measures 5-3/8″ x 4-1/8″

Product List

Driving By Cling Stamp Set (English)	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad	Sunshine & Rainbows 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper	Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Magenta Madness 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Pool Party Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Flirty Flamingo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Basic Black Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
Mango Melody Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Magenta Madness Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	So Saffron Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Stitched Rectangles Dies	Layering Circles Dies
Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine	Foam Adhesive Strips	Stampin' Seal	Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Make a 3-Dimensional Flowering Tulips Mother’s Day Card

Are you ready for Spring? I sure am! One of the first signs of spring is the tulips and daffodils poking their heads out of the ground. My card today has two gorgeous 3-dimensional tulips popping up on it. I used the Flowering Tulips Bundle from Stampin’ Up! The bundle includes the Flowering Tulips Stamp Set and the Tulips Dies. Use the stamp set and dies together to create detailed tulips or use the dies on their own for a minimalist tulip design.

The Tulips Dies are a must-have for any floral enthusiast. Not only can you create layered tulip fields, but you can also create three types of layered tulip blossoms, perfect for creating a tulip bouquet! Simply die cut the coordinating dies with contrasting cardstock colors, and then fold the pieces together to make beautiful tulip blossoms. These dies are sized perfectly for the front of a card.

Product List

Flowering Tulips Bundle (English)	Flowering Tulips Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)	Tulips Dies	Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad
Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad	Versamark Pad	Pear Pizzazz 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Black & White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Gingham Ribbon	White Stampin' Emboss Powder	Heat Tool (Us And Canada)
Stampin' Seal	Mini Glue Dots	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals	Bone Folder
Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Make an Always in My Heart Valentine Card

I can’t believe we’re already halfway through January, 2022! Time just needs to stand still for a minute. Am I right? With Valentine’s Day coming at us quickly I needed to focus on the cards I want to send this year. I have the Always in My Heart stamp set and coordinating Floral Heart Dies from Stampin’ Up! sitting on the shelf in my craft room and they were calling out to me, “use us, use us”, so that is what I did.

The heartfelt sentiments in the stamp set make them perfect for Valentine’s Day, wedding, and anniversary projects. This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with extra texture and dimension in the colors you want.

Here is another card that I made using the piece left after die-cutting the heart from the Flowering Fields Designer Series Paper.

Product List

Always In My Heart Photopolymer Stamp Set [154337]	Dies Floral Heart [154306]	Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad [147050]	Flowering Fields 12” X 12” (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [157670]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]	Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119793]	Blushing Bride 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131198]	Soft Succulent 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155776]	Genial Gems [155500]
Pastel Pearls [154571]	Silicone Craft Sheet [127853]	Take Your Pick [144107]	Take Your Pick Die Brush Tip [149655]	Stampin' Pierce Mat [126199]
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

Make a Penguin Place Penny Slider Card

The project I’m sharing with you today is a penny slider card.

I used Thick Basic White card stock for the card base. It measures 8-1/2″ x 11″ and is scored at 4-1/4″ on the 11″ side. The first layer of Pool Party card stock measures 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″. The Sweet Stockings Designer Series Paper layer measures 5-1/4″ x 4″. The final layer on the card with the slider mechanism measures 5-1/4″ x 3-1/4″ before the snow bank is cut from it.

Product List

Penguin Place Bundle (English)	Penguin Place Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)	Penguin Builder Punch	All Dressed Up Dies	Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad
Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock	Sweet Stockings 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Subtle Shimmer Sequins	Foam Adhesive Strips	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals
Multipurpose Liquid Glue	Stampin' Pierce Mat	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Make Sweet Little Stockings Gift Tags

I love making tags! I guess it’s because tags are very quick and easy to make. Instant creative gratification! I thought the Stitched So Sweetly rectangle dies folded in half would make great bases for the tags I’m sharing with you today. I used products from the Sweet Stockings Suite by Stampin’ Up! to embellish the tags. Here are the three tags I created.

Product List

Sweet Stockings Suite Collection (English)	Sweet Little Stockings Bundle (English)	Sweet Little Stockings Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)	Stockings Dies	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Sweet Stockings 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper	Jolly Felt	Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blends Combo Pack	Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack
Real Red 3/8" (1 Cm) Sheer Ribbon	Paper Trimmer	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine	Stampin' Pierce Mat	Stampin' Seal
Multipurpose Liquid Glue	Stampin' Dimensionals	Mini Glue Dots

Book Binding Fun-Fold Christmas Card

I’ve been seeing book binding fun-fold cards all over social media lately and wanted to give it a try. Stampin’ Up! is offering 20% off dies from their annual catalog starting tomorrow so I decided to showcase a couple of them in today’s project. I chose two great stand alone die sets; the Basic Borders Die Set and the Stitched So Sweetly Die Set.

I love all the stitched layers on this book binding fun-fold card. To embellish the card I used the 3/8″ Chevron Weave Ribbon on the book binding and the Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels on the holly leaves die-cuts.

Cutting/Scoring Guide

Card Base = 4-1/4″ x 11″ piece of Evening Everygreen Cardstock scored at 5-1/2″ and 6-3/4″ on the 11″ side
Cherry Cobbler Cardstock = 4-1/8″ x 4-1/8″ piece and 4″ x 2-1/2″ piece
Tidings of Christmas Designer Series Paper = 4-1/8″ x 1-1/8″ piece and 3-3/4″ x 4-1/2″ piece
Basic White Cardstock = 3″ x 2-1/4″
Evening Evergreen Cardstock = scrap for holly leaves

Video Tutorial

Product List

Perfectly Plaid Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)	Christmas Trimmings Dies	Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad	Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad	Evening Evergreen 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Tidings Of Christmas 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock	Basic Borders Dies	Stitched So Sweetly Dies
Evening Evergreen (3/8" 1 Cm) Chevron Weave Ribbon	Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels	Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine	Multipurpose Liquid Glue	Stampin' Dimensionals
Stampin' Pierce Mat	Paper Trimmer	Bone Folder	Take Your Pick