You're Sweet - Inside & Out

It’s the final This or That Hop on Instagram for February, and this week’s themes are Slimline vs. Square! Don’t miss out—join the fun and share your favorite style!

For my card, I chose to create a slimline design featuring Altenew's Zesty Life bundle, which includes the stamp, dies, and coordinating stencil. While the bundle offers multiple coloring options, I decided to use Copic Markers for a vibrant touch.

I started by stamping the images onto alcohol-friendly cardstock and coloring them with Copic Markers for a vibrant finish. Afterward, I used the coordinating dies to cut them out. For the background, I took a panel of watercolor cardstock and used the Stone Wall Stencil, blending blue ink to create a soft, subtle texture that adds just the right amount of depth, allowing the images to stand out beautifully.

I began by adhering the colored panel to a white card base. Then, I cut a slimline scalloped rectangle from white cardstock and attached it to the panel using liquid adhesive for a clean, seamless look. To add some dimension, I adhered the stamped images with a mix of liquid adhesive for flat placement and foam tape for some extra lift, ensuring the images popped against the background.

To complete the card, I added a sweet sentiment that perfectly complemented the design. I then scattered a few yellow iridescent sequins around the card, adding a touch of sparkle and tying in a cheerful pop of color that brings everything together.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with creativity and joy!

Products links:

Altenew Zesty Life 

Altenew Stone Wall Stencil

Affiliate Disclosure:
This post contains affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I truly love and use. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps me keep creating content for you!

CHALLENGES:

SSS Wednesday Challenge - AG

Word Art Wednesday - #689-690

Crafty Catz - #688

Pammies Inky Pinkies - #2508

Classic Design - #2-2025

Double Trouble - #188 3-2-1

Passion for Markers - #777

Just Us Girls - #764

The Perks of Being an Octopus

The day we've all been waiting for is finally here! The Rabbit Hole Designs Caffeinated Critter Limited Edition is in the shop, and it’s overflowing with the most charming little critters—each one in desperate need of their caffeine boost! Grab yours and get ready to meet these coffee-loving cuties!

I began by stamping the image onto alcohol-friendly white cardstock, then colored him in with Copic Markers to bring out all his grumpy charm. Once he was all colored in, I used the coordinating dies to perfectly cut him out and get him ready for his big debut!

For the background, I began with a panel of soft seafoam cardstock and blended Distress Oxide ink in Peacock Feathers along the bottom to create a vibrant gradient. To add texture and dimension, I cut a piece of bubble wrap from an envelope, spritzed it with water, and pressed it onto the inked panel. The result was a fun, bubbly effect that added a playful, underwater feel to the scene, perfectly setting the stage for my grumpy octopus!

Once my background was set, I adhered the panel to a dark teal A2 card base, which really made the seafoam and Peacock Feathers pop! I then popped the grumpy octopus image up on foam tape for added dimension, making sure he stood out as the star of the show. 

For the sentiment, I chose one from The Rabbit Hole Designs Sentiment Sheets, available in both white and black strips, and it was the perfect match for the coffee-loving theme of my card. I adhered it directly to the panel with liquid adhesive for a smooth finish. To add the perfect final touch, I scattered a few dew drop embellishments around the scene, giving the card just the right amount of sparkle and texture to tie it all together!

Thanks a latte for stopping by! I hope this caffeinated critter gave you a little jolt of joy!

CHALLENGES:

Word Art Wednesday - #687-688

SSS Wednesday Challenge - Cute & Cuddly

Allsorts - #817

Pammie's Inky Pinkies - #2507

Di's Digi Challenge - Circle Everywhere

Pixie Dust Memories

Hi friends! I’m so excited to be participating in the "My Favorite Hop" on Instagram, where every Sunday at noon, we create and inspire based on a 'favorite' theme! This week’s theme is all about childhood cartoons, and I couldn’t wait to share my card inspired by one of my all-time favorites. Keep reading to find out which cartoon stole my heart as a kid!

Peter Pan was always my all-time favorite cartoon, but not because of Peter — it was all about the sweet little Tinkerbell! She’s always represented magic and wonder to me. My mom gave me the video tape for my birthday, and I would sit there all day long, watching it over and over again. You could definitely say I was a little obsessed! 

My card features C.C. Designs Tinks Clear Stamp for this card. The sentiment, "Faith, Trust, and a little Pixie Dust," perfectly captures the magic my mom brought into my life. I’m sending this card to her as a way to thank her for filling my childhood with love and imagination.

I began by stamping the image onto alcohol-friendly cardstock, then colored it with Copic Markers. To add some extra sparkle, I applied Wink of Stella to her wings for a shimmering effect. I used my Scan N Cut machine to carefully cut it out. 

For the background, I grabbed a panel of watercolor cardstock and blended Distress Oxide inks in Blueprint Sketch, Peacock Feathers and Twisted Citron to create a beautiful, dreamy night sky that really made the image pop! I spritzed a bit of water onto the panel and gently patted it with a paper towel to create subtle, night-sky textures. 

To enhance the starry effect, I added splatters of white ink and metallic gold using Altenew’s Metallic Watercolor 14 Pan Set. The combination of the splatters and the shimmer from the metallic gold gave the background a dreamy, magical glow that perfectly complemented the image.

To finish the card, I heat embossed the sentiment in gold directly onto the panel, adding a beautiful, elegant shine that perfectly matched the overall theme. I then popped the colored image on foam tape to give it some dimension and make it really stand out against the night-sky background. For the final touch, I scattered a few gold mini stars around the scene, bringing a bit of extra sparkle and whimsy to the design, making it feel even more magical.

Thank you so much for stopping by and letting me share this special memory with you. I hope you enjoyed seeing how this card came together, and I’m so glad I could take a little trip down memory lane with you!

CHALLENGES:

SSS Wednesday Challenge - Cute & Cuddly

Word Art Wednesday - #687-688

Park Hopping My Happy Place - Fairytale Forest of Efteling

Allsorts - #817

Pammie's Inky Pinkies - #2507

Classic Design - #2-2025 AG

I Spy with My Little Eye - #23 No DSP

A Place to Start - February *Things in the sky

Dream Factory - #136 Fairies

Get Well Soon

Hi friends! Today I'm sharing more inspiration featuring the Fabulous Fuchsias Stamp and Die set from @therabbitholedesigns. I created a clean and simple design, allowing the florals to shine and truly showcase their vibrant beauty! 

I started by stamping the images onto a white panel and coloring them with Copic Markers. I used a stitched rectangle die to add some lovely stitched detail to the edges and then trimmed the panel down to 3.75 x 5.5 for a clean, polished look. Next, I stamped the sentiment in purple ink, and finished by adhering the panel to a purple A2 card base with liquid adhesive for a smooth and secure finish.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with creativity and joy!

I Appreciate You Friend

Hi friends! Today, I’m sharing a stunning design featuring the Meadow Burst Stencil Set by Altenew. I had an idea, gave it a try, and I’m thrilled with how it turned out. Let’s take a closer look at the details of this card!

I started with a panel of white cardstock, securing it onto my Stampwheel. I positioned the Meadow Burst Stencil Set at an angle to create a dynamic effect and lightly marked the circle guides with a pencil for accurate placement. Using Blushberry Bliss Fresh Dye Ink and Ruby Red from the Red Cosmos Fresh Dye Ink set, I blended the colors from lightest to darkest through each layering stencil, creating a stunning gradient effect. Once finished, I erased the pencil marks and continued with the next steps.

I then rotated the panel and repositioned the stencil on the opposite side, marking it with a pencil for precision. I blended the same ink shades through the stencil again, creating a smooth, continuous color flow across the panel.

To add a bit more visual interest, I splattered some Blush Rose and black ink for a fun, textured effect that complements the design. 

Next, I blended Dusty Pink and Blush Rose on a white panel and die-cut it using the Timeless Sentiments Die Set. I cut the shadow from vellum and carefully adhered the pieces together for a subtle, layered effect. The sub-sentiment, from the Sincere Sentiments Stamp Set, was heat embossed on black cardstock with white embossing powder for a striking contrast. I then popped the sentiments up with additional die cuts for added dimension. Finally, I adhered it all to a pink card base to complete the design.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with creativity and joy!

CHALLENGES:

Crafting with the Seasons - Spring vibes

Word Art Wednesday - #687-688

Double D - The color red

Let's Craft & Create - #216

I Spy with My Little Eye - #23

Classic Design - #2-2025

Pammie's Inky Pinkies - #2507

Crafty Gals Corner - #264

Product links:

Altenew Meadow Burst Stencil Set

Altenew Blushberry Bliss Fresh Dye Ink

Altenew Red Cosmos Fresh Dye Ink

Altenew Stampwheel

Altenew Sincere Sentiments Stamp Set

Altenew Timeless Sentiments Die Set

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This post contains affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I truly love and use. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps me keep creating content for you!

Pamper Yourself

Hi friends! It’s Thursday, so that means it’s time for the This or That Hop on Instagram! This week’s theme is Clean & Simple or Intricate. 

If you know me, you know I’m all about that Clean & Simple (CAS) life, although sometimes, it might not feel that simple! But what always draws me in is the beauty of clean lines and all that lovely white space. Which style are you drawn to - Clean & Simple or Intricate?

My card showcases the adorable C.C. Designs Bubble Bath Swissie, paired with the fun Miss Ink Stamps Random Dots Stencil.

I began by stamping the image and coloring it with Copic Markers. Afterward, I used my Scan N Cut to carefully cut it out. For the background, I masked a panel of white alcohol-friendly cardstock and placed the Miss Ink Stamps Random Dots Stencil on top. I then used Copic markers to add color to the bubbles, giving them a soft, playful look. 

I cut two strips of glitter cardstock and adhered them to both sides of the bubbles for a pop of sparkle and to add a bit of dimension. I stamped the sentiment in black ink and popped the images on foam tape to give the design some lift and create a clean, finished look.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with creativity and joy!

CHALLENGES:

Word Art Wednesday - #677-678

Allsorts - #817

Di's Digi Challenge - Circles Everywhere

Classic Design - #2-2025

Crafters Cafe - #316 Dots

Unicorn Challenge - #106

We Love Stamping - February CAS

I Spy with My Little Eye - #23 No DSP

Cow's it Going?

Hey friends! I’m back with more inspiration from @artful.angel February release. For this card, I went clean and simple and just couldn’t resist using the super cute cow from the Never Change Your Stripes set - it’s seriously too fun! I paired it with the adorable garden image from the Slow Much set to add a sweet touch. I had such a blast putting this together, and I really hope it brings a little smile to your face today!

I began by stamping and coloring the images with Copic Markers. Next, I cut a stitched circle out of a white panel and blended some blue ink onto a second panel. I adhered the circle panel to the inked one with liquid adhesive. 

For the scene, I carefully tucked the floral image into the circle and then adhered it to a white A2 card base. I then added the cow with foam tape for extra dimension. I finished it off by adding a small butterfly above the floral image for a little extra charm. The sentiment was stamped and die cut with a die and adhered with liquid adhesive.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with creativity and joy!

Trust the Journey

Hello friends! Today, I’m excited to share a card inspired by the Altenew February Inspiration Challenge. I used the beautiful Poppy Arrangement Stamp & Die Bundle and Mosaic Diamonds Stamp Set from Altenew to create this design, and I thoroughly enjoyed putting it together!

I started with a panel of white cardstock, placed it on my Stampwheel, and stamped the images in black ink. Next, I used the coordinating layering stencils to color them in with Fresh Dye Inks in Sweet Dreams and Delectable Delights. Once the coloring was done, I used the coordinating dies to cut them out, giving them a crisp and polished look.

For the background, I took a panel of watercolor cardstock and stamped the Mosaic Diamonds Stamp Set, inking it up with Delectable Delights. I then spritzed it with water and gently pressed it onto the panel, allowing the ink to transfer and create a soft textured watercolor effect. To enhance the texture, I added splatters using milk chocolate and Topaz from the Metallic Watercolor 14 Pan Set, giving the background a beautiful shimmer and depth.

I trimmed the panel to 4 x 5 1/4 inches and cut another panel slightly smaller. I adhered them together with liquid adhesive to give a little added lift, then attached the assembled background to a white card base.

I then adhered the images using foam tape to create a layered 3D effect. The sentiment was heat embossed on brown cardstock with white embossing powder and also popped up with foam tape, adding even more dimension to the design.

To finish the card, I added soft brown sequins for a touch of sparkle and to complement the overall design.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with creativity and joy!

CHALLENGES:

Altenew February 2025 Inspiration Challenge 

Crafting with the Seasons - inspired by my favorite season Autumn

Word Art Wednesday - #687-688

Allsorts - #817

Classic Design - #2-2025

I Spy with my little Eye - #23 

Triple B - February *Blooms

Product links:

Altenew Poppy Arrangement Stamp & Die Bundle

Altenew Mosaic Diamonds Stamp Set

Altenew Sweet Dreams

Altenew Delectable Delights

Altenew Stampwheel

Altenew Metallic Watercolor 14 Pan Set

Affiliate Disclosure:
This post contains affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I truly love and use. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps me keep creating content for you!

Umbrella of Friendship

Hello friends! With all this crazy weather lately, I thought I’d channel my feelings into a card. While it starts off a bit gloomy, this sweet image really brings it to life and makes me smile every time I look at it. It’s funny how a little creativity can turn a gloomy mood around!

Hello friends! Today’s card features the C.C. Designs Umbrella Swissie Clear Stamp Set, which is currently on clearance! 

I started by stamping the image on Neenah Solar White #110 cardstock and coloring it with Copic markers. I used my Scan N Cut machine to cut it out.

For the background, I took a panel of watercolor cardstock and blended Distress Oxide inks in Blueprint Sketch, Faded Blue Jeans, and Broken China to create a gloomy, yet soothing sky effect.

To add texture and depth to the background, I spritzed a bubble envelope with water and pressed it onto the blended panel. Next, I used the Altenew Squiggly Lines Stencil and applied embossing paste with a palette knife to create a rain effect, adding a textured, rainy feel that perfectly complements the image.

Next, I used a Stitched Clouds Border Die from La-La Land Crafts  to create a cute cloud shape and adhered it to the top of the panel using foam tape for added dimension and a playful touch to the scene.

Once the panel was adhered to an A2 white card base, I added the image using foam tape for a bit of dimension. I placed a puddle underneath her for extra detail. For the sentiment, I heat embossed it, die-cut it with a sentiment die, and then popped it up on foam tape, placing it onto the panel to finish off the card.

Thanks so much for stopping by! Wishing you a day filled with sunshine and smiles!

CHALLENGES:

Word Art Wednesday - #687-688

Allsorts - #817

Classic Design - #2-2025 AG

Crafters Cafe - #316 *Stripes

Unicorn Challenge - #106 *Stripes

Just Us Girls - ##762

Happy Easter

Happy Sunday, friends! I hope you're having a wonderful weekend. I’m getting a head start on my Easter cards and couldn’t wait to share this adorable one featuring Simon Says Stamps You Make Me Hoppy.

I began by stamping and coloring all the cute images with my Copic Markers. While I used my Scan N Cut to cut them out, there are coordinating dies available that would work perfectly too!

For the background, I blended Distress Oxide inks in Salty Ocean, Mowed Lawn, and Twisted Citron on a white panel and die-cut it with the Time for Tea Stitched Window Die. For the second panel, I blended the same inks and added Squeezed Lemonade to create a cheerful spring background, spritzed it with water, and adhered it to the first panel. Using the negative pieces, I die-cut some grass and placed it in the open window, then attached the whole panel to a white card base.

I adhered the images using a mix of liquid adhesive and foam tape to add dimension. The sentiment was stamped in black ink, fussy cut, and also popped up with foam tape.

Thanks for hopping by! Hope your day is as sweet as an Easter treat! 

CHALLENGES:

SSS Monday Challenge - Spritz & Splatter

Crafty Catz - #687

Word Art Wednesday - #687-688

Park Hopping My Happy Place - Bunny Hop

Penny's Paper - #590

Classic Design - #2-2025 AG

Creative Moments - #267 *Cute

Birthday Wishes

Hi friends! Today I’m sharing a card featuring the super cute Lili of the Valley Birthday Bumps. This image is absolutely adorable, and I had so much fun bringing it to life! The little characters are just too sweet, and I couldn’t resist coloring them up in cheerful, bright tones to match the fun birthday vibe! 

I printed the adorable image and colored it using Prismacolor pencils. The soft, creamy texture of the pencils made blending the colors so enjoyable, allowing me to create smooth shading and vibrant highlights.

After coloring the image, I cut it out using a stitched square die for a clean, finished look. I then assembled it onto some fun patterned paper from My Favorite Things - Colorful Canvas Paper Pad and Pixi Dust Designs - Puppy Love Paper Pad, which really complemented the vibrant colors and added an extra pop of fun to the design. I love how the paper choices tie everything together perfectly!

The sentiment was stamped in a soft red ink to match the warmth of the card, then trimmed and adhered with liquid adhesive.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with creativity and joy!