Oct 3, 2026 | Gallery, More Fall Cards, More Friend Cards |
Today, I’m sharing an elegant Christmas card I created using the Luxe Foliage Specialty Designer Series Paper and the Graceful Evergreen Deer Bundle from Stampin’ Up! — and I have been having so much fun with our new Stampin’ Hot Foil System!
Isn’t this paper just gorgeous? The
Luxe Foliage paper is the September Product of the Month, and this design is my favorite of the pack — beautiful gold foiled florals on a rich
Secret Sea background. It does all the work on this card! I layered it over a
Gold Foil mat on a
Basic White card base, and that gold-on-dark contrast is just stunning in person. You really need to see it catch the light!
For my focal point, I hot foiled that beautiful frame in gold using the
Flourish & Frames Hot Foil Dies on the new Smooth Foiling Paper. Then I hot foiled the sweet doe and her little fawn in gold with the
Graceful Evergreen Deer Hot Foil Dies — don’t you just love that little spotted fawn? — and popped them up with
Stampin’ Dimensionals.My
‘Tis the Season sentiment is hot foiled in gold, too, using the
Magical Christmas Hot Foil Dies. I love that all of the foiled pieces come together in one pretty layered label!To finish the card, I wrapped it with a length of
Secret Sea & Gold ribbon and tied a bow — such a pretty finishing touch. And of course, I dressed up my envelope flap with a piece of that same Luxe Foliage paper and a thin strip of Gold Foil. I always love when the envelope matches the card!
If you haven’t snagged the Luxe Foliage paper yet, check the online store — it’s just $5 with a $75 order (after rewards), one per customer, and only while supplies last!
DIMENSIONS:
- Basic White Thick Cardstock: 11 x 4 1/4, scored at 5 1/2
- Gold Foil Sheets: 5 1/4 x 4, 5 3/4 x 1 (envelope flap)
- Secret Sea Two-Tone Cardstock: 5 x 3 3/4
- Luxe Foliage Specialty Designer Series Paper: 5 x 3 3/4; 5 3/4 x 2 (envelope flap)
- Smooth Foiling Specialty Paper: 5 x 7 (all foiled pieces)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Burnish the fold of the card base with a Bone Folder.
- Adhere Designer Series Paper, Two Tone and Gold Foil panels together.
- Wrap with the ribbon, tying a bow on the left side.
- Adhere to the card base with Dimensionals.
- Use a Hot Foil system to foil the frame, deer and sentiment in Gold Hot Foil. Crop with the coordinating dies. Adhere as shown with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
- Add the Gold Foil and Designer Series Paper to the envelope flap.
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:
Oct 1, 2026 | Gallery, More Fall Cards, More Friend Cards |
Sometimes a card comes together with just the right combination of products, colors, and a little bit of shine. This “Just a Little Hello” card is one of those cards!
I combined the Lustrous Leaves Hot Foil Dies, Sweetly Sentimental Hot Foil Dies, and the 2026–2028 In Color Gingham Gallery Designer Series Paper to create a card with a beautiful, rich color combination and just the right amount of shine.
The star of this card is definitely the Lustrous Leaves Hot Foil Dies. I used copper hot foil on Peaceful Pine cardstock to create the beautiful leafy details. The copper really pops against that deep, rich green! I layered several of the foiled leaves together to create a full leafy focal point in the center of the card. I love how the leaves overlap and extend in different directions, creating lots of dimension without making the card feel too busy. For the sentiment, I used the Sweetly Sentimental Hot Foil Dies and the same copper foil. “Just a Little Hello” is one of those sentiments that works for so many occasions.
Sometimes you don’t need a reason to send a card. A little hello in the mailbox is reason enough!
I added a strip of the 2026–2028 In Color Gingham Gallery Designer Series Paper behind the leaves. The gingham adds just the right amount of pattern and coordinates beautifully with the Peaceful Pine cardstock. I love how the gingham gives the card a cozy, casual feel while the copper foil adds a little elegance. A bit of linen thread tied around the leafy arrangement and a few coordinating embellishments finish off the card. Peaceful Pine + gingham + copper foil + linen thread + gorgeous leafy details = a pretty little hello!
I really love how the copper foil stands out against the Peaceful Pine. It’s a great reminder that you don’t need a lot of different colors to make a card interesting. Sometimes a simple color palette with a little metallic shine is all you need. And, of course, the best part is that this design could easily be adapted with a different sentiment for birthdays, thank-yous, thinking of you cards, and more.
DIMENSIONS:
- Crumb Cake Cardstock: 4 1/4 x 11, scored at 5 1/2
- Basic White Cardstock: 4 x 5 1/4
- Peaceful Pine Two-Tone Cardstock: 3 3/4 x 5
- 2026-28 In Color Gingham Gallery Designer Series Paper: 1 1/2 x 5 (large gingham), 1/2 x 5 (small gingham)
- Peaceful Pine Two-Tone Cardstock: 4 x 4 1/2 (leaves), 3 1/2 x 4 1/2 (sentiments)
- 2026-28 In Color Gingham Gallery Designer Series Paper: 5 3/4 x 2 3/8 (envelope flap)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Burnish the fold of the card base with a Bone Folder.
- Adhere the Basic White panel to the card base.
- Adhere the two Designer Series Paper panels together and to the Peaceful Pine panel.
- Double wrap with Crumb Cake Baker’s Twine. Tie a bow to secure. Adhere the card.
- Use a Hot Foil system to foil the leaves and sentiment in Copper Hot Foil. Crop with the coordinating dies. Adhere as shown with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
- Embellish with Copper Adhesive-Backed Metallic Gems.
- Add the Designer Series Paper to the envelope flap.
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:
Sep 10, 2026 | Fall Cards, Gallery, More Friend Cards |
Thank you to everyone who joined me for yesterday’s Facebook Live! I had so much fun creating with the beautiful Sunflower Fields Suite Collection and the Radiant Sunflowers Bundle. If you missed the live, be sure to catch the replay and see these three fall-inspired cards come together.
To thank you for watching, I’m offering a special ordering bonus through Sunday!
- Place a $50 order and receive the card kits to create these three projects. You will need the Radiant Sunflowers Bundle to complete the cards.
- Place a $100 order and receive the three card kits PLUS a pack of Radiant Gems!
This special ends Sunday, so don’t wait too long to place your order. I can’t wait for you to create these beautiful sunflower cards yourself!
The Sunflower Fields Suite Collection is filled with warm, cheerful colors, beautiful floral patterns and coordinating products that make creating for fall—and beyond—so much fun. The Radiant Sunflowers Bundle adds even more creative possibilities with lovely sunflower images and coordinating dies.
For the first card, I paired the gorgeous floral Designer Series Paper with a large layered sunflower and a sweet “Hello, Friend” sentiment. The checked ribbon adds just the right amount of texture and gives the card a warm, homespun feel.
The second card features a fun-fold design with layers of sunflower-patterned paper. A smaller sunflower, leafy accents and an adorable little vase create a pretty focal point alongside the “Thinking of You” sentiment. It’s such a cheerful card to send when someone could use a little sunshine! Be sure to watch the Live to see the fun and cute inside panel of this card!
For the third card, I let the colorful floral paper do most of the work. A bold sunflower, checked ribbon and simple “Enjoy” sentiment finish the card beautifully without covering too much of that gorgeous pattern.
Which card is your favorite? I’d love to know!
Aug 27, 2026 | Gallery, More Birthday Cards, More Friend Cards |
Yesterday on my Id Rather Bee Stampin’ Facebook Page, I had so much fun creating these three beautiful cards featuring the Mosaic Garden Suite Collection!
This suite is filled with gorgeous floral patterns and a lovely color palette that makes it easy to create cards with plenty of interest and dimension. For these three designs, I mixed and matched the coordinating Designer Series Paper, added textured layers, and incorporated some sweet ribbon and embellishment details.
The first card may be my favorite of the bunch! The angled floral panel, textured diamond-shaped layer, ribbon detail, and sweet sentiment all come together for a card that is full of dimension and personality. Sometimes a few extra layers are exactly what a card needs!
The second card features a beautiful floral image paired with a soft bow and a classic Happiest Birthday greeting. I love how the layers frame the focal image and let that gorgeous patterned paper peek through.
For the third card, I had fun creating a more playful mosaic-style layout by combining several pieces of the coordinating paper. The Wishing You Every Good Thing sentiment takes center stage while the different patterns create a beautiful patchwork effect.
Which card is your favorite? I’d love to know!
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Jul 8, 2026 | Gallery, More Friend Cards, More Love Cards |
This week’s Facebook Live was all about creating beautiful floral cards with just a few coordinating supplies. The Inked Floret stamp set paired with the Botanical Expressions sentiments creates cards that are elegant, timeless, and surprisingly easy to make.
Whether you love bold monochromatic florals or soft, subtle backgrounds, these two cards show how versatile the Inked Floret stamp set can be. If you missed the Facebook Live, be sure to catch the replay for all the tips, techniques, and step-by-step instructions. I’d love to know which card is your favorite, the bold blue blooms or the soft blush floral!
The first card takes a softer approach with Barely Blush. The floral image is stamped tone-on-tone to create a delicate background that lets the sentiment shine. A small piece of Crisp Cantaloupe Ribbon tucked beneath the greeting and a coordinating In Color Dot add a simple pop of color without overwhelming the design. It’s a wonderful example of how subtle stamping can create an elegant card in minutes.
For the second card, I featured Hydrangea Hue for a fresh monochromatic design. By stamping the floral image directly onto the card front and adding die-cut blossoms popped up with dimensionals, the card instantly gains depth and interest. A strip of the 2026-2028 Gingham Designer Series Paper, a touch of Hydrangea Hue Ribbon, and a few 2026-2028 In Color Dots finish the card with just the right amount of detail. The result is a heartfelt thank you card that’s both clean and eye-catching.
Jul 1, 2026 | Gallery, More Friend Cards, More Love Cards |
Today’s Facebook Live was all about the beautiful new Simply Leaves Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’s Online Exclusives! This bundle is such a fun combination of soft, organic leaf images – but it’s not just for leaves! I turned the leaves into a flower as the focal point! This makes this bundle super versatile and gives it year round appeal! I paired the bundle with the sweet new gingham patterns and a fresh color palette of Peaceful Pine, Crisp Cantaloupe, and Basic White for a light and cheerful look.
July is bursting with exciting reasons to shop! As we celebrate 250 years of America, I’m kicking off the month with a 4-Day Exclusive just for my customers. From July 1–4, I’ll add a little extra to your Stampin’ Up! rewards:
- Place a $50 order and I’ll gift you $5 in Bonus Rewards.
- Place a $100 order (or more) and I’ll gift you $10 in Bonus Rewards.
- Qualifying order amount is AFTER any Stampin’ rewards are redeemed!
For the first card, I used the detailed stamped leaves and the smaller patterned leaves to create a full, whimsical floral focal point, adding texture with ribbon and a few embellishments. The second card shows just how versatile this bundle can be by letting the beautiful wer take center stage with a clean and elegant design. It’s easy to create this flower because the petals are punched with the Simply Leaves punch! Quick, and easy peasy!
I love how the Simply Leaves Bundle gives you so many creative possibilities, from detailed stamped images to simple layered designs. It’s one of those bundles that will quickly become a favorite for all kinds of occasions, from hello cards to thinking-of-you cards and everything in between!
