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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Welcome to Team Stamp It’s May Blog Hop! Thanks so much for joining us! This month we feature handmade cards and projects celebrating dads. Be sure to visit each blog on the hop to gain a host of paper crafting inspiration. Comment on each for a chance to win a Hooray for Honeycomb Kit.
Today’s card uses a product brand new to Stampin’ Up!’s new 2025-2026 Annual Catalog: the Party Alphabet Dies. This package of 36 dies includes letters from A to Z to create the words you want for cards, scrapbook pages, banners, and more. The dies are almost 3 inches in height. I can just imagine all of the uses I’ll have for them.
Measurements and Details
Here are some details to help you get started:
Early Espresso Card Stock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Pool Party Card Stock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Country Woods 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper measuring 5 x 3 3/4, run through the Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder. I gently sanded the surface with a sanding block to achieve a more rugged look.
Die cut the letters D A D with the Party Alphabet Dies with Country Woods Designer Series Paper
Sentiment from Textured Notes Stamp Set stamped in Early Espresso Ink on Basic Beige Card Stock. Die cut with Textured Notes Die.
Linen Thread.
Metallic Gems.
I hope you enjoyed today’s creation! Please let me know if you have questions about this project or any others. Remember, visit all of the participating stampers and leave a comment for a chance to win a free card kit.
Congrats to last month’s winner: Karen Kozleski
Thanks so much for visiting!
Kim
List of Participating Stampers
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Party Alphabet Father’s Day Card Supply List
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PAPER – Peach Pie Cardstock (163799), Basic Beige Cardstock (164511), Basic White Cardstock (166780)
INK – Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad (132708)
OTHER – Basic Beige 3/8” Classic Ribbon (165216), Pressed Flower Motifs (165215), Beautiful Butterfly Bundle (164615), Damask Designs Embossing Folder (165214), Meant to Bee Dies (166582), Peach Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (163827), Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (161860), Stampin’ Seal (152813), Mini Glue Dots (103683), Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755), Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653)
Cutting & Scoring:
Peach Pie Cardstock – 8 ½” x 5 ½”, scored and folded at 4 ¼”; ¾” x 4”
Basic Beige Cardstock – 4” x 3 ½”
Basic White Cardstock – 5 ¼” x 4”, 3” x 4 ½”
DSP – 5 ¼” x 4”
Ribbon – 9”
Instructions:
Stamp the flower image with Memento ink on the 3” x 4 ½” Basic White Cardstock. Die cut with coordinating die from the Gallery Blooms Bundle.
Color the image with the Peach Pie and Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack.
Die cut the Basic Beige Cardstock with the third largest hexagon die from the Meant to Bee Dies.
Emboss the hexagon with the Damask Designs Embossing Folder.
Stamp the “Thinking of You” sentiment for the Beautiful Motifs stamp set on the ¾” x 4” Peach Pie Cardstock. Stamp this closer to the right-hand side. Die cut with the large label from the Beautiful Butterflies Bundle.
Adhere the DSP to the Peach Pie Cardstock base.
Layer the Basic Beige hexagon on top.
Adhere flower on top of this.
Pop up sentiment with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
Tie a bow with ribbon and add to the sentiment label on the left-hand side.
Add three Pressed Flower Motifs gems.
Place remaining Basic White Cardstock in the middle of the card.
Click here to see a post (with a video included) that offers more samples using this awesome suite.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or other projects. I’m happy to help.
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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