Mar 22, 2026 | Gallery, More Friend Cards |
There’s just something about a garden theme that feels like a breath of fresh air—don’t you think? 🌿 This card came together during my most recent Facebook Live, and it’s one of those designs that feels equal parts sweet, simple, and just a little bit special.
The Help Me Grow Bundle really does all the heavy lifting here. I mean…how cute are those gardening tools?! I paired them with some soft patterned paper for the tool handles to give them a little personality—because even garden tools deserve a glow-up every now and then.
The layout is clean and classic, starting with that stitched white panel layered over a soft neutral card base. It creates the perfect “garden bed” to build on. From there, I tucked in some bright green foliage (because more leaves = more happy 🌱), and added a few tiny flowers for pops of color that feel like they just bloomed into place.
And let’s talk about that sentiment for a second…
Simple. Straightforward. Perfect.
Sometimes a little “hello” is all you need.
To finish it off, I added a bit of twine for texture and just a hint of rustic charm—it ties everything together without stealing the spotlight.
Why I love this card:
- It’s easy to recreate with scraps and dies you already have
- The layers add interest without feeling fussy
- It works for so many occasions—hello, thinking of you, or just because
If you missed the live, be sure to catch the replay—I walk through all the steps and share a few tips along the way to help you get those layers just right.
And if you’ve got the Help Me Grow Bundle in your craft room, consider this your sign to pull it out and play. 🌼
Happy stamping!
Laura 💛
How to Get the March 2026 Filled with Sweetness Tutorial
You’ve got two easy options to get your hands on this tutorial:
Option 1: Earn It FREE
Place a $50 order (before tax and shipping) with me, and you’ll receive the Filled with Sweetness Tutorial Bundle for FREE. (a link to the tutorial will be emailed to you within 24-48 hours after you place your order).
• Available to U.S. residents only
• Orders must be placed through me
Option 2: Purchase the Tutorial
Not shopping right now or live outside the U.S.? No problem.
• Purchase the tutorial for $20
• Available to anyone, anywhere
This tutorial is perfect if you love fresh card ideas, thoughtful layouts, and projects that feel polished but totally doable.
Mar 5, 2026 | Gallery, More Friend Cards |
During my most recent Facebook Live on my I’d Rather Bee Stampin’ page, we spent an hour playing with the Filled with Sweetness Bundle and the coordinating Homemade Sweetness Suite from Stampin’ Up! — and let me tell you… it was a berry good time.
These three cards are proof that when you mix adorable images, cheerful designer paper, and just the right embossing detail, you get projects that practically smile back at you.
Card #1 – Clean, Sweet & Embossed
For this first card, I let texture do the talking. The embossed background adds that soft, bakery-window charm, while the little honey bear and jam jars steal the show. The oval sentiment layered over a strip of patterned paper gives it just enough contrast without overpowering the design. A few dots and a tied ribbon bow finish it off perfectly. It’s simple, sweet, and would be darling for a thank you, encouragement, or just because.
Card #2 – Jam Jar Cutie
How fun is this jar-shaped card?! This one really lets the dies shine. The bold yellow base makes it feel bright and happy, and that blueberry accent adds the perfect pop of color. I love how the twine bow at the top makes it look like a freshly sealed jar straight from the kitchen. It’s unexpected, playful, and guaranteed to stand out in someone’s mailbox.
Card #3 – Love You Berry Much
This card is packed with personality! Layering different “flavors” of jars across the front creates such a fun little lineup. The honey bear front and center ties everything together, and the patterned paper background adds that cozy kitchen vibe. And can we talk about that “Love You Berry Much” sentiment? It’s punny perfection.
How to Get the March 2026 Filled with Sweetness Tutorial
You’ve got two easy options to get your hands on this tutorial:
Option 1: Earn It FREE
Place a $50 order (before tax and shipping) with me, and you’ll receive the Filled with Sweetness Tutorial Bundle for FREE. (a link to the tutorial will be emailed to you within 24-48 hours after you place your order).
• Available to U.S. residents only
• Orders must be placed through me
Option 2: Purchase the Tutorial
Not shopping right now or live outside the U.S.? No problem.
• Purchase the tutorial for $20
• Available to anyone, anywhere
This tutorial is perfect if you love fresh card ideas, thoughtful layouts, and projects that feel polished but totally doable.
Feb 12, 2026 | Gallery, More Friend Cards |
How cute is this berry jar card?! This project uses the Filled With Sweetness Bundle, part of the Homemade Sweetness Suite Collection coming March 3 from Stampin’ Up!
The minute I saw this bundle, I knew it was going to be a favorite. The jar shape is playful and unique, and it makes such a fun focal point for cards that feel a little extra special.
Measurements:
- Basic White Thick: 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” card base
- Basic White: 4” x 5-1/4” layer + 2” x 5” for stamping and die cutting
- Strawberry Slush: 8 ½” x 4 ½”
- Petal Pink: 2” x 2 ¾”
- Homemade Sweetness DSP: 4 ¼” x 1 ½”
Instructions:
- Score the Basic White Thick card base on the long side at 4 ¼” and fold.
- Emboss the Basic White layer using the Ladybug Picnic 3D Embossing Folder and attach it to the card front using Stampin’ SEAL.
- Using the die for the jar cut out the folding jar card piece using Strawberry Slush cardstock.
- Stamp the outline for the jar using Memento Black ink on one side of the jar die cut. Then, cut on the fold line and save the other jar for another project or card.
- Die-cut the top of the jar using the Homemade Sweetness DSP and glue to the top of the jar using liquid glue.
- Add the jar to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
- Die-cut a label using Petal Pink cardstock for the front of the jar.
- Stamp the sentiment using Memento Black ink and attach the label to the jar using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
- Stamp one of each fruit pieces on the Basic White cardstock leaving room to also die cut the string and bow for the jar lid.
- Die cut all pieces using the coordinating dies. One string, one bow, one strawberry, and one blueberry image.
- Glue the string and bow to the lid using liquid glue.
- Color the fruit with the Stampin’ Blends colors listed. Attach the fruit to the jar using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
- Lastly, add one strawberry embellishment to the bow.
Nov 22, 2025 | Gallery, More Friend Cards, More Thank You Cards |
Some days you just need a card that says it all—and this “Just Because I Appreciate You” card does exactly that. I created it with the Brushed with Beauty Suite Collection from Stampin’ Up!, and I love how soft, layered, and heartfelt it feels.
The suite’s gorgeous florals and gentle textures do a lot of the heavy lifting here. I paired a striped panel with vellum for a bit of softness, then added leafy die-cuts for dimension. The large “because” sentiment is the real focal point—bold enough to stand out, yet still elegant thanks to the coordinating dies.
Little details bring everything together: pearls, linen thread, and that subtle floral background from the designer series paper. It’s one of those cards that’s simple in intention but looks beautifully finished.
The best part? I’ve put together a free tutorial so you can create this card right along with me! Whether you’re new to cardmaking or already love working with the Brushed with Beauty Suite, this project is a great one to try.
DIMENSIONS:
- Very Vanilla Cardstock: 4 1/4 x 11, scored at 5 1/2, 4 x 4 (for all die-cuts)
- Brushed with Beauty Designer Series Paper: 4 x 5 1/4, 3 x 4
- Vellum Specialty Paper: 3 1/2 x 4 1/2, 4 x 2 (die-cut)
- Mossy Meadow Cardstock: 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 (for 2 die-cuts)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Burnish the folds of the card base with a Bone Folder.
- Adhere the Brushed with Beauty Designer Series Paper to the card base with Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
- Adhere the Brushed with Beauty Designer Series Paper to the Vellum with Multipurpose Liquid Glue and to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
- Stamp the two sentiments in Mossy Meadow Ink onto Very Vanilla. Crop each sentiment with the coordinating die-cuts, keeping the “Just” to the right side, then trimming to 2 inches wide.
- Use the “because” dies to crop the Vellum, Very Vanilla and Mossy Meadow. Adhere together with Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
- Crop the remaining Mossy Meadow with the greenery die and adhere as shown with Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
- Adhere all remaining pieces to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
- Adhere a bow of Vanilla Baker’s Twine with a Mini Glue Dot.
- Embellish with Crumb Cake Pearls of Beauty.
FREE TUTORIALS- I send out Weekend Inspiration every weekend that includes a handful of Card Projects with tutorials and supply lists – and yes they are free! The first card on today’s post is one of the project tutorials! I send these out to all who are on my email list. Interested in getting these project sheets? Simply subscribe to my email list click here:
Nov 12, 2025 | Gallery, More Friend Cards |
It’s day 3 of my 25-Year Stampin’ Up! Anniversary Week Long Celebration with another cheerful thank-you card featuring the brand-new Pop-Up Petals Bundle. It’s sweet and simple on the outside—and when you open it, a happy little bouquet pops forward to say, “Thanks for being there.” I love a surprise element that’s easy to make!
DIMENSIONS:
- Darling Duckling Cardstock: 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 4 1/4 (card base), scraps for box tops
- Basic White Cardstock: 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 (card front), 2 3/4 x 4, 2 1/4 x 5/8 (sentiment), 8 1/4 x 5 1/4, scored at 4 1/8, 5 x 5 (stamped die-cuts)
- Cajun Craze Cardstock: 4 x 5 1/4, 3 x 4 1/4
- Floral Impressions Designer Series Paper: 3 3/4 x 5, 2 3/4 x 1, 2 1/4 x 1 1/8, 1 3/4 x 1 1/8
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Burnish the folds of the card base with a Bone Folder.
- Adhere the Designer Series Paper, Cajun Craze and Basic White front panels together and to the card as shown.
- Stamp the vase in Cajun Craze. Stamp the sentiments, flowers and butterflies in Tuxedo Black Memento Ink.
- Crop the stamped images with the coordinating dies (interior sentiment cropped with Traditional Labels die, optional)
- Color the images with the following Stampin’ Blends: Darling Duckling, Cajun Craze and Mossy Meadow
- Crop the 8 1/4 x 5 1/4 with the two pop-up dies as shown, lining up the two points of the die with the fold.
- Crop the two “box folds” from the scrap of Darling Duckling.
- Adhere all pieces as shown with Liquid glue.
- Embellish with three Cajun Craze Earthy Matte Dots.
If you need to see the dies in action, you can catch the replay for yesterday’s card on my I’d Rather Bee Stampin’ Facebook Page or on YouTube below.
This week marks my 25th Stampin’ Up! Anniversary, and I’m so grateful for the customers and friends who have made this journey so meaningful. To celebrate, I’m giving away Stampin’ Rewards & daily prizes — and you could win!
- Every $25 ordered (before tax & shipping) from Nov. 10–15 = 1 entry
No limit — the more you order, the more entries you earn!
- Every comment left here on my blog or Facebook Page
will have a chance to win from a daily prize drawing (no purchase necessary).
Prize Drawings Include:
- Daily Prizes (for leaving a comment)
- (2) $25 Stampin’ Rewards winners
- (1) $100 Stampin’ Rewards grand prize winner
FREE TUTORIALS- I send out Weekend Inspiration every weekend that includes a handful of Card Projects with tutorials and supply lists – and yes they are free! The first card on today’s post is one of the project tutorials! I send these out to all who are on my email list. Interested in getting these project sheets? Simply subscribe to my email list click here:
Nov 11, 2025 | Gallery, More Friend Cards |
During my most recent Facebook Live on my I’d Rather Bee Stampin’ page, I shared this sweet card featuring the brand-new Pop of Petals Bundle from Stampin’ Up! This bundle is bursting with charm — and I couldn’t resist creating a cheerful, pop-up surprise inside!
The front of the card showcases a simple bouquet in soft, happy colors — a little vase of joy tied with linen thread and a touch of patterned paper. But when you open it… surprise! A tiny pop-up box of flowers appears, paired with the heartfelt sentiment.
Isn’t that such a lovely way to tell someone how much they mean to you? This design is perfect for a special friend — a beautiful reminder of how our creativity connects us.
Missed the Live? You can catch the replay on my I’d Rather Bee Stampin’ Facebook Page or on YouTube below.
This project is especially meaningful to me because I’m celebrating my 25th Anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator! 🎉
What an amazing journey it’s been — filled with creativity, friendship, and so much joy! I’m so grateful for every single one of YOU who has stamped, crafted, and shared this adventure with me.
To celebrate, I’m hosting a week-long 25th Anniversary Celebration!
✨ Watch for special offers, free gifts, and surprises all week long — it’s my way of saying thank you for making these 25 years so wonderful!
This week marks my 25th Stampin’ Up! Anniversary, and I’m so grateful for the customers and friends who have made this journey so meaningful. To celebrate, I’m giving away Stampin’ Rewards & daily prizes — and you could win!
- Every $25 ordered (before tax & shipping) from Nov. 10–15 = 1 entry
No limit — the more you order, the more entries you earn!
- Every comment left here on my blog or Facebook Page
will have a chance to win from a daily prize drawing (no purchase necessary).
Prize Drawings Include:
- Daily Prizes (for leaving a comment)
- (2) $25 Stampin’ Rewards winners
- (1) $100 Stampin’ Rewards grand prize winner
FREE TUTORIALS- I send out Weekend Inspiration every weekend that includes a handful of Card Projects with tutorials and supply lists – and yes they are free! The first card on today’s post is one of the project tutorials! I send these out to all who are on my email list. Interested in getting these project sheets? Simply subscribe to my email list click here:
