Sometimes you just need a quick and easy card. But you still want it to be one you’re proud to send. It’s just stamps, ink, and paper, and you could make a stack of these in no time. In today’s post, I share a simple handmade greeting card using Stampin’ Up!’s Layered Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set. Find this on page 34 of Stampin’ Up!’s just-released 2025-2026 Annual Catalog.
I love the large sentiments, making it easy to create a quick card. And, I love that the set includes the sentiments I use the most.
Secret Sea Cardstock measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
One pattern of the Boho Vibes Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Another pattern of the Boho Vibes Designer Series Paper measurign 4 x 3
Basic White Cardstock measuring 4 x 2
Image stamped with Secret Sea Classic Stampin’ Pad
2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls (Secret Sea)
I hope you enjoyed this card. Feel free to swap out the paper and sentiments for something you have in your stash.
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Stampin’ Up!’s new 2025-2026 Annual Catalog offers so many new stamp sets and products. Today, I’m using the Layered Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set. I love the large sentiments, and I appreciate that the set includes my most-used sayings. This “builder” stamp set allows you to say “Happy Birthday,” “Thank You,” “Thinking of You,” and “Love You.”
This simple, classic layout also gives you an opportunity to showcase all of the great patterned papers. I see so many combinations to use with the sentiments.
Measurements and Details
Here are a few directions to help you get started. Be sure to watch the video below to see how these card comes together.
Pretty in Pink Card Stock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Shy Shamrock Card Stock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Florals in Bloom 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper measuring 3 3/4 x 1 1/2
Basic White card stock measuring 4 x 2 1/2, die cut with Textured Notes Die.
Layered Thoughts sentiment stamped in Shy Shamrock ink.
Pretty in Pink 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon
2024-2026 In Color Gems
This next card features the Floral Impressions 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper. Find it as one of Stampin’ Up!’s Online Exclusives.
And, this card uses a sheet from the Boho Vibes 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper, included as an offering in the new annual catalog. Also, notice the Cloud Cover card stock, ink, ribbon, and gems.
And, finally, the following card uses a sheet of patterned paper from Turtley Awesome.
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions for creating a handful of cards using the Layered Thoughts stamp set.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoyed these samples. Please let me know if you have questions about these projects or any others.
Kim
Layered Thoughts Card Samples Supply List
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With the launch of Stampin’ Up!’s brand-new 2025-2026 Annual Catalog, you’ll find a host of great, exclusive products. Look for everything from stamp sets, to coordinating dies, ribbons, gems, and more. As usual, the Designer Series Papers rate among the must-haves.
This new catalog includes some popular patterns from last year, as well as some novel designs for this year’s crafting. In today’s post, I share two cards using the Beautiful Gallery 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper. With moody landscapes, floral sketches, and more, you’ll love this paper’s eclectic collection of dramatic designs and artistic details. Layer the papers in a scrapbook spread or feature your favorites on a card or tag.
The package includes 48 sheets: 4 each of 12 double-sided designs and sells for $12.50. These designs can definitely stand on their own or be used as accompaniments.
Measurements and Details
Secret Sea card stock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Cloud Cover card stock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Three pieces of Beautiful Gallery 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper each measuring 1 1/8 x 5
Sentiment from Beautiful Motifs stamp set heat embossed with white
Die cut from Stylish Shapes Dies
Linen Thread
Secret Sea In Color Flat Pearls
Here’s another sample. This card uses a 5 1/4 x 4 sheet of the Designer Series Paper die with a portion die cut with the Textured Notes Dies and popped up with dimensionals in the middle.
I’ve barely scratched the surface with the creating. You’ll definitely see more samples in the future.
In this blog post, with a coordinating video, I share a handful of samples using the Beautiful Gallery Suite Collection.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Please let me know if you have questions about these projects or any others. I’m happy to help you purchase any of the products.
Kim
Beautiful Gallery Patterned Paper 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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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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