Ok, one more card using this versatile layout. (Now that it’s the beginning of August, I’ve moved on from Christmas in July. Not to worry, I’ll resume sharing the holiday cards again soon.)
I’ve had Stampin’ Up!’s Cheers Sips Bundle for awhile, and I haven’t had a chance to dig into it. I love how the layout works for this card, too. (See this post for the original card and layout.)
I think this is just a fun, upbeat, and celebratory bundle. Find it as one of Stampin’ Up!’s Online Exclusives.
Measurements and Details
Below, I offer some information to help you create this card at home:
Strawberry Slush cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Basic White cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4. Emboss the top with the “glass” folder from the Glass & Garden Embossing Folders.
Secret Sea card stock panel measuring 4 x 2 1/4
Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper measuring 4 x 2
Secret Sea circle die cut with Spotlight on Nature Dies.
Glass image die cut from Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper. Fun tip: I covered the image in Versamark ink, covered in clear embossing powder, and heated. It gives the glass a shiny look.
Sentiment from the Cheers & Sips stamp set stamped with Secret Sea ink.
Strawberry Slush bakers twine (Pack Your Bags Twine Three Pack)
2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls
Thanks so much for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoyed this handmade card. Please let me know if you have questions about this creation or any other paper crafting project.
Kim Quade/Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, Mesa, Arizona
Project Supply List
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When I purchase a stamp set, I try to get as much out of it as I can. Last week, I shared a variety of holiday cards using Stampin’ Up!’s Jar of Joy Photopolymer Stamp Set. It’s one of Stampin’ Up!’s brand-new Online Exclusives. Click here to see the other Online Exclusive offerings. Or, click here to see a flyer sharing the most recent releases.
In today’s post, I feature a handmade Christmas card that uses a fun fold: Rectangle Column Fold. This design allows the card to stand up so you — and your recipient — can display your creation.
Measurements and Details
Below, I provide some basic information to help you make this card at home. Be sure to watch the video to see how this card comes together.
Very Vanilla Cardstock base measuring 8 1/4 x 5 1/2. Score at 1/2, 2, 2 1/2, and 4
Very Vanilla Cardstock measuring 4 1/4 x 3 and 2 3/4 x 4
Designer Series Paper (Regal Distressed Patterns 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper) measuring 5 1/4 x 1 1/4 (2), 3/8 x 5 1/4, 4 x 2 3/4, and 3 3/4 x 5 1/4
Gold Foil die cut with Spotlight on Nature Dies
Image stamped with Cherry Cobbler ink. Punch image and lid with coordinating Sweet Jar Builder Punch.
Adhesive-Backed Metallic Gems
How-To Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step directions for creating this Rectangle Colum Fold.
I hope you enjoy today’s project. Later this week, look for two other cards that use this same layout.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other paper crafting projects. I’m happy to help.
Kim Quade/Stampin’ Up! demonstrator Mesa, Arizona
Jar of Joy Fun Fold Supply List
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Have you seen the Stampin’ Spots? The mini ink pads that come in the Stampin’ Up! Paper Pumpkin kits and the Kits Collection? Be sure to keep them and use them for other projects.
Though small in size, they lend themselves to a variety of techniques. Today, I showcase a handmade greeting card where I used the spots to create a fun background.
Measurements and Details
Coastal Cabana card stock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Basic White card stock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Randomly stamp Basic White card stock panel with different colors of Stampin’ Spots. I used Daffodil Delight, Basic Grey, and Coastal Cabana.
Heat emboss the sentiments from Simply Said and add to card front.
Add Neutral Matte Dots.
Click here to see a blog post and video for another technique using the Stampin’ Spots.
In the new 2025-2026 Annual Catalog (which debuts May 6, 2025), the Classic Stampin’ Spots assortment comes with two options:
Assortment 1 includes Real Red, Petal Pink, Garden Green, Cloud Cover, and Early Espresso.
Assort 2 includes Melon Mambo, Darling Duckling, Granny Apple Green, Fresh Freesia, and Basic Grey.
You may also purchase a set of uninked spots (six pads for $10) to create your own mini pad. Just fill with any of Stampin’ Up!’s refills and you’re good to go. Choose from any of Stampin’ Up!’s fifty ink colors.
A couple of tips regarding using the Stampin’ Spots:
Wrap a rubber band around the little container. This keeps the lid from falling off and drying out the pad.
Store the spots upside down to keep the ink toward the top of the pad.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoy this project. Please let me know if you have questions about this project or any others.
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Kim
Ink Spot Background Technique Supply List
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Did you know Stampin’ Up! offers two sizes of ink pads? The full-size Classic Stampin’ Pad is perhaps the most common. Stampin’ Up! sells these pads in about 50 different colors. The second option includes the Stampin’ Spots. Find these in Paper Pumpkin kits as well as select kits from the Kits Collection.
In the new 2025-2026 Annual Catalog (which debuts May 6, 2025), the Classic Stampin’ Spots assortment comes with two options:
Assortment 1 includes Real Red, Petal Pink, Garden Green, Cloud Cover, and Early Espresso.
Assort 2 includes Melon Mambo, Darling Duckling, Granny Apple Green, Fresh Freesia, and Basic Grey.
You may also purchase a set of uninked spots (six pads for $10) to create your own mini pad. Just fill with any of Stampin’ Up!’s refills and you’re good to go.
A couple of tips regarding using the Stampin’ Spots:
Wrap a rubber band around the little container. This keeps the lid from falling off and drying out the pad.
Store the spots upside down to keep the ink toward the top of the pad.
In today’s post, I share two cards I created using the Classic Stampin’ Spots. The first card features the large Simple Birthday sentiment. The second card showcases the Thanking You Photopolymer Stamp set. Be sure to watch the video below to see how this technique works.
Measurements and Details (Birthday)
Gorgeous Grape card stock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Gorgeous Grape card stock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4, embossed with the Dotted Circles 3D Embossing Folder
Basic White panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4, die cut with the Textured Notes Dies
With the stamp facing up on your craft table, apply ink from the spots directly onto the stamp. Start with the lighter color first. Then add your second color. Stamp on Basic White Card Stock panel. I used Gorgeous Grape and Flirty Flamingo.
Use Stampin’ Dimensionals to pop up the birthday sentiment.
Here’s a thank you card using the same technique. This card uses Daffodil Delight and Coastal Cabana ink spots. Check out the cute background: The Pattern of Friendship Die.
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step visual instructions to create this card at home:
I hope you enjoy today’s cards. This is a great way to use those Stampin’ Spots. Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Please let me know if you have questions about this project or any others.
Kim
Ink Spot Birthday Card Supply List
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Welcome to Team Stamp It’s April Blog Hop! Thanks so much for joining us! This month, we share handmade greeting cards and projects that focus on Mother’s Day. Be sure to visit all of the blogs on the hop to gain a host of paper crafting inspiration. Leave a comment on each. You have a chance to win the Birthday Sparkle Kit.
Do you ever need a quick card like yesterday? You need the easy button! For me, that’s Stampin’ Up!’s Memories & More Card Packs. For today’s Mother’s Day card, I use the Mixed Media Florals Memories & More Card Pack with just a few add ons. The card pack includes 50 double-sided printed cards for quick card fronts and pocket scrapbooks plus 4 sheets of stickers to embellish your projects.
The cards and the stickers allow you to create a variety of cards — everything from birthday to thank you to thinking of you and even this Mother’s Day card with the “You’re Amazing” sticker.
Measurements and Details
From the stack of cards, choose the card with the grid in the middle surrounded by Shy Shamrock stripes. With your paper trimmer, cut this piece to 5 1/4 x 4.
Adhere to a Shy Shamrock card stock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Select the larger tulip image from the sticker sheet and place on card front, as shown in the photos.
Find the “You’re Amazing” sticker sentiment, and layer it on the card.
Include a couple of flower stickers and a ladybug.
Tie a bow with 8 inches of the Shy Shamrock 3/8-inch Bordered Ribbon and place on card front with a Glue Dot.
Place a 5 1/4 x 4 piece of Basic White card stock to the inside of the card. Write a nice message!
The sentiments and images in the pack work well for quick and easy cards that you’re proud to send out.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. I hope you enjoyed this “easy button” project.
Need more inspiration? Look for the list near the end of this post. Leave a comment on each for a chance to win the Birthday Sparkle Kit.
Congratulations to last month’s winner: Michele Deschenes
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Memories & More Mother’s Day Supply List
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