In my last post, I experimented with heat embossing the large branch image from Stampin’ Up!’s Nature’s Symphony stamp set in white. I just love the outcome. So why not heat emboss the branch image in gold? It’s equally stunning.
Find Nature’s Symphony Photopolymer Stamp Set in Stampin’ Up!’s January-April 2026 Mini Catalog. Purchase it in a bundle with the dies and save 10 percent.
Measurements and Details
Pretty Peacock cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Nature Walk 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper (Pretty Peacock pattern) measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Gold Foil sheet measuring 5 x 3 3/4
Nature Walk 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper (Pretty Peacock pattern) measuring 4 3/4 x 3 1/2
Wow! Gold Embossing on the small and sentiment
Sentiment die cut from Lovely Arrangements Bundle
Adhesive-Backed Metallic Gems
How to Heat Emboss
Rub the Embossing Buddy across the surface of the paper you are wishing to emboss.
Ink the stamp with Versamark Ink.
Press the stamp on to the paper.
Pour the Wow! Embossing Powder on top of the image. Shake off the excess.
Use the Heat Tool to heat the image. In some cases, you get a sharper image when you apply the heat to the back of the paper.
Do not over heat.
This technique, especially when applied to the Designer Series Paper, really packs a punch.
I hope you enjoy this card. Please let me know if you have any questions about this or any other stamping-related project.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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I’ve been working with Stampin’ Up!’s Nature’s Symphony Bundle for more than a month. And, for me, it’s a bundle that just keeps giving and giving. Just when I think I’ve exhausted most of the possibilities, I find more.
In today’s card, I combine the large image from the stamp set with the heat embossing technique. And, the result is striking.
Measurements and Details
Pretty in Pink cardstock measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
2024-2026 In Color Designer Series Paper pack (Pretty in Pink) measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Stampin’ Up!’s Nature Walk Suite Collection was designed with nature in mind. The Nature Walk 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper contains a more neutral color palette, and the bundle lends itself to creating masculine cards.
I wanted to change the look a little bit. And for today’s card, I created something with color in it using a simple ink blending technique. (Inspired by Pam Dolan.) Be sure to watch the video below to see all of the details.
Measurements and Details
Thick Basic White cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 `/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4.
Secret Sea cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Basic White cardstock panel measuring 3 3/4 x 5 die cut with the largest circle from the Stylish Shapes Dies
Basic White cardstock panel measuring 3 3/4 x 5
Used small blending brushes to adhere colors of Daffodil Delight, Balmy Blue, and Fresh Freesia to the inside of the circle
Stamped image and sentiment in Secret Sea
Moody Palette Glossy Dots
Think about changing the colors to suit your interests and/or occasion. I feel this card also lends itself to a number of other sentiments. It works as an Easter and spring card, a birthday card, and even a sympathy card.
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions for creating this handmade card using Stampin’ Up!’s Nature’s Symphony stamp set and an easy blending technique.
This simple card was easy to create, and you can make a lot of them at the same time. I hope you like it as much as I do. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other stamping project.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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If you’re like me, you often struggle to make cards for the guys. Stampin’ Up!’s Nature’s Symphony Bundle fills that need. Find it in Stampin’ Up!’s January-April 2026 Mini Catalog. The nature-themed elements and the sentiments make it easy to create cards for the men in your life.
Measurements and Details
Old Olive cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Crumb Cake Two-Tone cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4. I used the lighter side.
Stamp the “bark” image with Crumb Cake ink across the top of the Crumb Cake panel, making two rows.
Crumb Cake Two-Tone cardstock piece measuring 1 3/4 x 5 1/4. I used the darker side.
Nature’s Walk Designer Series Paper measuring 1 1/2 x 5 1/4.
Sentiment stamped in Old Olive ink
Branch image stamped in Old Olive ink and die cut with coordinating die
Linen Thread
Moody Palette Glossy Dots
I hope this card inspires you in some way! This design lets you exchange the greeting for anything that fits your needs. For my personal use, I’ve added “thinking of you,” happy birthday,” and even “with sympathy.”
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other stamping related project.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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Welcome to Team Stamp It’s February Blog Hop! Thanks so much for joining us! Today, we feature handmade cards and projects showcasing theme of spring. Be sure to visit all of the blogs on the hop. Leave a comment for your chance to win a Pop-Up Pals Kits.
Today, I share two spring-themed cards using Stampin’ Up!’s Easter Joy 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper with the February 2026 Paper Pumpkin stamp set. The large greeting is perfect for this card! I made one card (above) featuring Pretty in Pink and one card (below) featuring Peach Pie. Which do you like best?
One quick note: Pretty in Pink and Peach Pie are part of the 2024-2026 In Color collection (along with Summer Splash, Shy Shamrock, and Petunia Pop). These colors ae set to expire at the end of April. If you need the ink pad, refill, paper, ribbons, or embellishments, be sure to order earlier rather than later. Click here to shop the 2024-2026 In Colors.
Measurements and Details (Pretty in Pink)
Balmy Blue cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 scored and folded at 4 1/4
Lasting Linen stamp inked with Balmy Blue
Pretty in Pink cardstock measuring 5 1/2 x 3 1/2 die cut with the Party Banners Dies
Easter Joy 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper measuring 3 1/4 x 4 1/3, die cut with the Party Banner Dies
Pretty in Pink cardstock die cut with Stylish Shapes Circle
Heat emboss sentiment in white
Balmy Blue 1/4-inch Gingham Ribbon
Moody Palette Glossy Dots (white)
Here’s another card featuring Peach Pie instead of Pretty in Pink
Aren’t they just bright and cheery?
Remember to check out all of the participating stampers. Gain a host of inspiration for your spring crafting. Comment on each blog and be entered to win a free Pop-Up Pals crafting kit.
Congratulations to last month’s winner: Sue Banes
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! Please let me know if you have questions about this project or any other card creation.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
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