Nutz about Stamping

When was the last time you tried clean & simple cards?

It has certainly been a long time for me. So that's why this week's Paper Craft Crew challenge is so fun! 

I knew that I wanted to create a card to mail to my son and thought I would stick to a fall color scheme too. Then suddenly things just started falling into place. 

I decided on a white-on-white theme for my card layers, then to add a pop of color by using a die-cut scrap of In Color 6"x6" designer paper. 

I added an embellishment from the Earthen Textures dies: 

 

My phrase comes from the Irresistible Blooms stamp set:

And in just a few short seconds, my card was done: 

 

I LOVE how my card turned out and know that my son will too. 

Now it's your turn. What #cleanandsimple card will you create this week? If you want to see what the other design crew members created, click here to head over to the Paper Craft Crew website. 

Have you tried the cut & shuffle technique? It's fun!

Are you looking for a quick way to show off some patterns in a designer series pack? Is it hard for you to choose which one to use? Then look no longer.

Give this Cut & Shuffle technique a try. You will become addicted!

Supplies

Stamp Set – Merriest Trees (photopolymer 162043)

Ink – Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin’ Pad (147138)

Paper including cutting measurements –

    Blueberry Bushel Cardstock [CS] (146968) 3 pieces 8 ½” x 5 ½” scored and folded at 4 ¼” (card  bases),   8” x 3”

    Basic White Cardstock [CS] (159276) 3 pieces 5 ¼” x 4” for inside card, 7” x 2 ¼”

    Winter Meadow Designer Series Paper [DSP] (162133)

    Berry design and all over leaf design one piece 5 ¼” X 4” of each design

    Magic Specialty Designer Series Paper [SDSP] (162147)

    White speckled design 5 ¼” x 4”

Misc - Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels (158130); Deckled Circles Dies (162286) third and fourth from smallest; Take Your Pick (144107); Paper Trimmer (152392); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Bone Folder (102300); Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653) or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (150673)

Instructions

1. Score and fold the three card bases. Burnish the folds with the bone folder.
2. Stack the two pieces of DSP and the SDSP, lining them up carefully. Cut from some place along the top of the rectangle to some place along the right side. 
   
   
   
   
   
3. Now cut from the diagonal just created down to near the bottom on the left side. See photo again. You now have three pieces of each pattern.
4. Lay the pieces out so that a piece of each design is with the other pieces. 
   
   
   
   
   
5. Adhere these down to the card bases with Multipurpose Liquid Glue so you can briefly move them into place. See finished card samples.
6. Die-cut three circles from the Blueberry Bushel CS with the fourth largest Deckled Circles die.
7. Stamp the greeting three times spaced out on the strip of Basic White CS with Blueberry Bushel ink. Die-cut out with the third from the smallest die.
8. Adhere these circles to the Blueberry Bushel circles and then mount to your card fronts with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
9. Use the Take Your Pick tool to apply three Iridescent Rhinestones to each of the Basic White labels.
10. Stamp a message on the 5 ¼” X 4” pieces of Basic White CS if desired and adhere to inside of card.
    
    
    
    
    

See how easy it was to make three beautiful cards? Try this technique again with your other favorite designer series papers. 

Here's how to use bold designer series paper designs

Let's have fun with this simple Paper Craft Crew card sketch challenge for the week:

What I like about this sketch is that it opens up so many possibilities for your product choices.

I decided to use a leftover piece of Countryside Inn designer series paper on the card base and then match colors for the other layers. 

Inspired by fine china and wallpaper patterns, this paper includes gorgeous florals, woodland animals, nature, and ceramic designs. I chose a bold design as my main card layer because I wanted to keep that as the feature. The rest was easy! 

The phrase comes from the Earthen Textures stamp set:

 

Again, I kept the phrase simple and added a few embellishments to complete my card.

Super cute, right? As an afterthought I added the bow element and think that it is the perfect final touch. I love how my card turned out and can't wait to mail it to the person who places the next order at my online store. 

What will you make this week using this card sketch challenge? If you want to see what the other crew members created, click here to head over to the Paper Craft Crew site.

What 3 colors inspire you for this week's challenge?

I love a good color challenge and this week's Paper Craft Crew challenge feels all about fall colors to me: 

 

 

I immediately chose Wild Wheat, Mossy Meadow and Copper Clay for my choices and decided to create an unusual layout (for me). I chose to use up some paper scraps which is always a good thing and create some elements for the front of my card using the All That dies. 

From the first time I saw this pack of dies I was intrigued by the shapes and style. I wish I could say I use these dies all the time but I don't and am a bit sad to admit that. So today I dusted them off and chose the top 2 elements for my card. 

The phrase for my card comes from the Around the Bend stamp set:

And the splatter stamp comes from Color & Contour:

 

 

Here's my card: 

My son just started a new job and so my card will be perfect to mail to him - with the congrats message from this set. I think my card looks pretty cool and know my son will love it too.

What will you create using this week's color challenge? Let me know in the comments below which colors you chose. 

If you want to see what the other design crew members created this week, click here to head over to the Paper Craft Crew website. 

 

Did you know that this awesome bundle exists?

On my first few passes through the catalog, the Heartfelt Hexagon bundle didn't catch my eye - or my heart. How about you? 

But over time, I can now see the benefits! You can stamp a sentiment, then frame it with a pretty border. The set has images for stamping labels, tags, and focal points. The sentiments are great for many life events and occasions, from birthdays and weddings to support and sympathy. The fonts and designs are timeless so they look beautiful on any project.

The set pairs beautifully with the Garden Walk designer series paper:

With the Garden Walk paper of (6" x 6") you always have modern paper full of flowers at hand for all your creative projects. This paper contains floral designs from small to large and is versatile enough for all your paper creations: cards, scrapbook sheets, gift wrapping and much more! Use it as a background or cut out some of the larger flowers and use them as an accent.

If you own Heartfelt Hexagon, here's a pretty card idea to try: 

And here's how to make it at home. Tip: if you want to purchase Garden Walk or Heartfelt Hexagon, click on the photos above - that will link you over to my online store. 

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Heartfelt Hexagon (162886); Bundle with Punch (162889)
• Card Stock – Mossy Meadow (133676); Petal Pink (146985)
• Stamp Pads – Versa Mark (102283)
• Misc. – Garden Walk Designer Series Paper (DSP) (162227); Hexagon Punch (162888); Basics Stampin’ Emboss Powders (155554); Heat Tool (129053); Adhesive-Backed Glitter Sequins (162029); Linen Thread (104199); Paper Snips (103579); Mini Glue Dots (103683); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755)

Measurements: 

• Card Stock 1 Card Base: Mossy Meadow- 11” x 4 ¼” and 2 ½” x 2 ½”
• Card Stock 2: Petal Pink- 3 ¼” x ½”
• Garden Walk DSP: 2 ½” x 5 ½”

Instructions:

1. Score card base on the long side at 5 ½” and fold.
2. Using Versa Mark ink stamp the small flower on the right side of the card front randomly.
3. Tear off about ¼” off the right side of the DSP tearing towards you. Then, attach the DSP to the left side of the card front using liquid glue.
4. Stamp the sentiment on the other Mossy Meadow piece of cardstock using Versa Mark ink. Sprinkle with white embossing powder and tap of excess. Heat emboss the sentiment and punch it out using the Hexagon Punch.
5. Take the strip of Petal Pink cardstock and flag both ends using your paper snips. Add it to the center of the card front using liquid glue.
6. Add the sentiment over the top of the Petal Pink strip using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
7. Lastly, add a Linen Thread bow with a mini glue dot and 3 Adhesive-Backed Glitter Sequins.

You need to see these thoughtful design details

Create unique handmade cards with a vintage feel using the Bottled Happiness stamp set.

The set includes vintage bottles and floral imagery as well as heartfelt sentiments, perfect for showing a special someone you care or to wish a loved one congratulations! Make sure to use the thoughtful design details in your projects for more versatility—the cork fits both jars, and the floral pieces can be used coming out of the bottle or as a background piece. Also available in French.

Here's a fun and colorful idea to try at home, using the Masking technique. 

Supplies

Stamp set:  Bottled Happiness (158684), Charming Sentiments (159985), Zany Zoo (161305)

Ink: Azure Afternoon #161663, Berry Burst #147143, Lemon Lime Twist # 147145, Pumpkin Pie #105216, Memento Black, Azure Afternoon Stampin’ Blends #161672

Paper with cutting measurements: 

        Misty Moonlight #1530815 ½ X 8 ½ sc 4 ¼
        Azure Afternoon #161719 1 X 2 ¼
        Bright & Beautiful DSP #161449 4 X 5 ¼, ¾ X 4
        Basic White #159276 (2) 3 ¾ X 5, ¾ X 2 1/8.

Accessories:  Stampin’ Trimmer (152392), Paper Snips (103579), Bone Folder (102300), Silicone Craft Sheet (127853), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), Rhinestone Basic Jewels (144220), Masking Paper (155480), Multipurpose Glue (110755)

 

Instructions:

1. Cut all cardstock as stated above.
2. Stamp the largest bottle twice on a piece of Masking Paper and fussy cut along the lines of the bottle. (Color doesn’t matter).
3. Using the Lemon Lime Twist ink and the large bottle stamp, stamp the image towards the bottom left corner of the Basic White CS.
4. Using one of the Mask, remove the backing and cover the bottle with the bottle lines slightly showing. If need to trim Masking Paper do so.
5. Once covered, stamp the next bottle in Berry Burst with the left side slightly overlapping the first bottle. Remove Mask and set aside.
6. Stamp the third bottle to the right using Azure Afternoon ink.
7. Using both Masks cover the Lemon Lime Twist and Berry Burst bottles. Stamp the bottle over the Lemon Lime Twist using Pumpkin Pie.
8. Using the confetti stamp from the Zany Zoo, stamp random colors towards top left and right of card top.
9. Remove Mask and discard. Stamp sentiment from the Charming Sentiments in Memento Ink on Basic White scrap. Using your Paper Snips cut each end at a slant. Set aside.
10. Cut the Azure Afternoon CS and cut the ends at a slant.
11. Adhere the Basic White Sentiment to the above using your adhesive.
12. Stamp confetti on the above,
13. Using the Azure Dark Stampin’ Blend color two Rhinestones and attach to sentiment.
14. Add SU Dimensionals to the above and attach towards the top right.
15. Adhere the completed Basic White CS to the Bright & Beautiful DSP using adhesive, then attach to card front.
16. Add the strip of DSP to Basic White using adhesive and then attach it to the inside of card.

How to create stunning cards With the Abundant Beauty Masks!

The new Mini Catalog is now live and there is a product in there that you just have to see. I will use this product to create a colorful technique that is easy and fun to make.

 

 

The Abundant Beauty Decorative Masks are a new product in the Sept-Dec Mini. The set has 7 masks and here's a unique feature: 4 of the masks layer to create lovely sunflowers. I am going to use one of the single masks for today's technique.

 

For my phrase I chose one that I have not used yet, from the Something Fancy stamp set:

 

This stamp set has all the sentiments you never knew you needed! From classic well wishes to snarky (hehe) celebratory statements, the Something Fancy stamp set says it all in a beautiful modern font combo.

 

I think the phrase matches the card technique perfectly, don't you? 

 

 

You are also going to need your Blending Brushes (either size) and 5 colors of ink! Here are some more products to gather together:

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Something Fancy (160416)

 

Ink: Real Red; Pumpkin Pie; Crushed Curry; Parakeet Party; Tahitian Tide; Orchid Oasis; Memento Tuxedo Black 

 

Misc: Abundant Beauty Decorative Masks (162331); Blending Brushes (153611); Glitter Sequins (162029); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Washi Tape (optional) 

 

Here's how to make this fun card - be sure to watch all the way through my video for my bonus tips and design ideas!

 

Jazz up your cards with these outstanding masks

Here's a playful Paper Craft Crew card challenge for the week! 

 

Funny (or not?), but I don't have any sets with pumpkins. So I decided to go with the colors in the photo for my inspiration and I immediately thought of using my Abundant Beauty Decorative Masks. 

Jazz up your paper crafts with the Abundant Beauty Decorative Masks! Each of the masks has fun and detailed all-occasion designs that will add depth and color to your paper crafting projects, whether it’s cards, gift tags, or gift packaging. The flower and petal masks can help you wish a sunny salutation. Use the argyle patterned mask to create a card that’s cozy and cute for fall. You could also use the masking technique to combine a couple of the masks to create your own unique designs.

To create my card I used my Blending Brushes to apply color and then chose a phrase from the Cottage Wreaths stamp set:

Note: the stamp set and dies are now sold separately. 

And here's my fall card idea: 

What will you create using the challenge photo for inspiration? If you want to see what the other design crew members created this week, click here to hop over to the Paper Craft Crew site. 

Here's everything you need to send heartfelt thoughts

The Layering Leaves stamp set has everything you need to send heartfelt thoughts to a friend!

 

You can create naturescapes with a simple message to show how much you care. Winter or spring, the Two-Step stamped leaves allow you to add unique texture by layering the images. The sentiments also look great when cut with punches or dies. This set is refreshing, just like the great outdoors. Also available in French.

Here's one lovely idea you can create using this stamp set: 

 

Here's what you need to make this card at home.

Supplies

Stamp Set: Layering Leaves Stamp Set 161277

Bough Punch 157711

Something Fancy Dies 160424

Ink: Petal Pink 147108; Granny Apple Green 147095; Soft Sea Foam 147102

Cardstock/Paper:
        Petal Pink 146985
        Basic White Cardstock 159276
        Dry Brushed Metallic DSP 160837

Markers: Calypso Coral Blends 154881

Misc: Exposed Brick 3D EF 161600; Rhinestone Basic Jewels 144220; Stampin’ Seal 152813; Multipurpose Liquid Glue 110755; Stampin' Dimensionals 104430; Bone Folder 102300; Paper Trimmer 152392; Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine 149653

Instructions:

1. Cut a piece of Petal Pink cardstock 5 ½” x 8 1/2”. Score at 4 1/4” and fold for card base.

2. Cut a panel of Basic White 4”x5 ¼”. Stamp sprinkles across panel using Petal Pink ink, then emboss panel with Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder. Attach to card base.

3. Cut a ½”x4” strip of Brushed Metallic Specialty DSP and attach across white embossed panel.

4. Stamp greeting in Petal Pink ink on white scrap and cut with Something Fancy die. Adhere to DSP strip with single Dimensional.

5. Stamp solid leaves and outline leaves on white scraps with Granny Apple Green ink. Color outline leaves with filler stamp in Soft Sea Foam and punch with coordinating Bough Punch.

6. Stamp flowers in Petal Pink on white scrap and punch with Bough Punch. Attach leaves and flowers to card with glue, tucking them under the sentiment.

7. Embellish with rhinestones colored with Calypso Coral Blends.

See the bundle that gives you abundant creative options

This bundle gives you so many options to use all year long!

 

Say what you feel in the most beautiful way with the Around the Bend set. The sentiments can be used for almost any occasion. Birthday? "You are a blessing." Congrats? "I'm just so happy for you." Thinking of you? "Hello there." And there's always a reason to say, "Just wanted to say thanks."

But this set isn't just about words. Add some flourish to your cards with flowing lines and dots, flowers and greenery, even a leafy image to fill a corner or create a frame. Stamp a line image several times to create a longer border on scrapbook pages or stamp the dots image multiple times to create a larger background. 

Here's just one option for using the bundle, along with instructions on how to make this card:

Supplies:           

• Stamps: Around the Bend (160648)
• Ink: Pebbled Path (161648)
• Cardstock: Thick Basic White (159229); Basic White (159276); Pebbled Path (161722)
• Tools: Around the Bend Dies (160649); Something Fancy Dies (160424); Basics 3D Embossing Folders (161598)
• Extras: 2023-2025 In Color Dots (161620); 3/8” Textures Ribbon – Pebbled Path (161632); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755);  Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)

Measurements:

• Thick Basic White: 5 ½” x 8 ½”, scored at 4 ¼”
• Basic White: 4” x 2 ¾”; 1 ¾” square; 2 ¾” x 1 ¾”
• Pebbled Path: 4” x 5 ¼”; 1” square

Instructions:

1. Burnish card base along score line.
2. Use Pebbled Path Ink to stamp the corner stamp image as shown in photo.
3. Stamp the words onto the Basic White word panel, also with Pebbled Path ink.
4. Use Around the Bend Dies to crop a Basic White flower and a Pebbled Path flower center. Adhere center to flower with glue. 
5. Use one of the 3D Basics Embossing Folders to emboss the Pebbled Path panel and adhere to card base with glue.
6. Attach the Basic White stamped panel to card front with dimensionals.
7. Create a swirl of ribbon and adhere as shown.
8. Use dimensionals to adhere the word panel to card front. Attach flower to word panel.
9. Embellish with Pebbled Path In Color Dots.

Why not give this idea a try? 

Have you seen this clever fun fold card idea yet?

Today's Paper Craft Crew card challenge makes my heart sing. I have been focusing on fun folds over on my YouTube channel for several months now and so when I saw this challenge I knew I had to find an idea to share with you - one that I could learn myself. 

And BINGO! I found a new and super fun fold idea to learn. 

This fun fold requires a 6" x 6" piece of designer series paper and although this product is running low in my online store, I love it so much that I decided to use one of the designs on my card.

From elegant botanical and floral designs to beautiful color washes, the Hello Irresistible paper was hand drawn digitally to give it a natural, artistic flair that will complement any project. Cut out some of the designs and use them on card fronts or use the paper as background for all-occasion projects—I did both! 

Here's the fun fold I created for our challenge:

And here's a fun surprise when you open it up!

 

If you want a video showing you how to make this card at home, leave me a comment and I will post a video over on YouTube. 

What fun fold card will you try this week? If you want to see what the other design crew members created this week, click here to head over to the Paper Craft Crew site. 

You don't want to miss this stunning vellum technique

Thanks to all your requests, I am back with another vellum card idea, this one is a special technique that you will definitely want to try.

 

To create the stamped images for this technique,  I will be using the Irresistible Blooms stamp set, which features gorgeous floral designs and sentiments in an elegant font. 

 

 

The set is also great for coloring opportunities like you will see with today's technique.

 

The Scalloped Contours Dies include dies to cut out your floral shapes and gorgeous scalloped border dies for your cards. 

 

 

The scalloped edge borders in this set range in size, allowing you to decorate a card front or create scalloped labels for your sentiments. I chose one of these dies to add an elegant feel to my card. 

 

To see how to create the vellum technique, watch the video below. Here's my card:

 

 

 

Here's what you need to make this card yourself.

Supplies

Stamp set: Cheerful Daisies (bundle, 162197) 

Ink: Versamark; Parakeet Party; Fresh Freesia; Dark Fresh Freesia Stampin' Blend

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Vellum: 5" x 3 3/4" 
        Basic White: 2 1/4 x 6/8"; 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"
        Fresh Freesia: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"       

Misc: Cardstock Vellum (101856); Basics Embossing Powders (155554); Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Scalloped Contours Dies (155560); Mini Glue Dots; Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels (158987)

Be sure to watch all the way through my video for bonus tips and design ideas.

Use your beautiful paper scraps for this easy technique

Last week a fellow demonstrator showed this cool paper technique, one that doesn't have a name yet. Why not watch all the way through my video and then name this technique by leaving a comment under this blog post.

 

I am going to use some leftover pieces of the Countryside Inn designer series paper for today's card.

 

 

I have shown you a few card ideas using this gorgeous pack of paper. Inspired by fine china and wallpaper patterns, this paper includes gorgeous florals, woodland animals, nature, and ceramic designs. And I love the blue and white motifs, don't you?

 

I am also going to use the Something Fancy stamp set: 

 

This set has so many useful phrases as you can see.  (Tip: click the set image or paper image above to order them at my online store)

 

This technique is super easy to create and is lovely to look at. Here's my card. Underneath I will post my video so you can follow along and give this technique a try. 

 

 

Here's what you need to make this card at home. 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Something Fancy (160416)

 

Ink: Night of Navy

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Night of Navy: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Basic White: 2" square
        Countryside Inn: (4) at least 4" x 3"
        Boho Blue: (4) 5 1/4" x 1/4"

 

Misc: Multipurpose Liquid Glue; 2023-25 In Color Dots (161620); Paper Snips Scissors

 

And here's my video: be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas! 

 

 

Here's A New And Easy Card Technique To Try

Today I have a super easy card technique to introduce to you - it looks complicated but is super easy. And even better - this technique will help you use up leftover designer paper. 

This card features the Coffee with Friends stamp set (tip: click on the set image to order it at my online store):

Send a latte love (hehe) in cards you make using the Coffee with Friends set. It’s the perfect blend of sentiments and images for creations for your coffee-loving friends. The sentiments put into words what you’re feeling—friendship, thinking of you, encouragement. And the open line-art images are designed for coloring so you can create a custom card in the colors you want. Whether you want to perk someone up or espresso your feelings, you’ll love what you can do with this set!

Here's how to create this technique, step by step! 

Supplies:

Stamp set: Coffee with Friends (161389)

Paper: Azure Afternoon Cardstock (161719); Basic White Cardstock (159276)

Ink: Tuxedo Black (132708)

Paper and cutting measurements:

Azure Afternoon Card Base 8 ½” x 5 ½” scored at 4 ¼”; 4 pieces 5” x ¼”

Basic White Cardstock 5 ¼” x 4” 2 pieces; 2” x 2”; small scrap for sentiment

Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper 2 pieces 3” x 3”; 2 pieces 3 ¾ x 3”

Misc: Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper (161449); Stylish Shapes Dies (159183); Tinsel Gems Four-Pack (161623); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Azure Afternoon Blends (161672); Bubble Bath Blends (161675); Wild Wheat Blends (161661)

Instructions

• Cut the next to the largest Stylish Shapes Dies Square in Basic White.
• Stamp the girl with the coffee cup on the above piece making it a diamond. Color her using the Azure Afternoon Blends, Bubble Bath Blends and Wild Wheat Blends.
• Adhere it to the center of the Basic White piece 5 ¼” x 4” with adhesive
  
  
  
  
• Add a bead of multipurpose glue from the top of the piece to the edge of the card 
  
  
  
  
• Adhere one of the 5” x ¼” pieces of Azure Afternoon. Butt it up to the square – it will go off the end of the paper – that’s okay – you’ll be cutting it off. 
  
  
  
  
• Do the same with the other three pieces, butting each one up to the previous one 
  
  
  
• Turn over the piece and cut off the excess strips
• Add the Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper to the white. You will notice two opposite sides are smaller and use the 3” x 3” on those and the larger ones on the other two “squares” 
  
  
  
  
• Turn it over the cut off the excess (Coffee with Friends 7)
  
  
  
  
• Adhere this to the Azure Afternoon card base
• Add the Tinsel Gems
• Stamp the coffee/croissants to the Basic White 5 ¼” x 4” in Tuxedo Black Memento ink, and adhere to the inside of the card. Color as desired
  
  
  
  

Here's 1 easy way to add softness to your cards

Are you looking for a way to add easy elegance to your cards? If you answered yes, then I will show you how.

 

Last week I showed you 2 ways to use cardstock vellum to add visual interest on your cards. This week I want to introduce the Vellum Basics specialty designer series paper pack and show you a card idea that is both visually soft and romantic.

I think that using vellum on cards adds instant elegance. The Vellum Basics pack introduces patterns such as stripes and polka dots which suitable for any occasion. Vellum lends a touch of softness to any creation. Whether you use it alone or stamp on it, you’ll love the results.

To add visual interest to my card base I added an embossed layer using the Basics 3D Embossing Folders: 

The three embossing folders in this pack have basic designs that complement any project. Choose from flowers, hobnail-glass dots, and crosshatch designs. Tip: use a whole embossed piece of cardstock as a card background (which I did on today's card) or cut small pieces to use as accents. 

The main accents for my card were created using the Meadow Dies: 

Mix and match the different pieces like I did to get the right look for your creation.

In the video below I show you, step by step, how to create my card: 

 

Here's what you need to make my card at home. 

Supplies

Stamp set: Around the Bend (160649)

Ink: Soft Sea Foam

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Soft Sea Foam: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 4" x 5 1/4"; 4 1/4" x 2 1/2"; scrap for butterfly; 1/2" x 3 1/2"
        Cardstock Vellum: (2) 5 1/2" x 1/4" 

Misc: Vellum Basics Specialty Designer Series Paper (160839); Meadow Dies (155852); Scalloped Contours Dies (155560); Mini Glue Dots; Basic Essentials; Baker's Twine Essentials Pack (155475); Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels (158987)

And here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas: 

 

You need to try this easy technique with stunning results

If you are looking to create a unique background that coordinates perfectly with your card elements, then try this Cardstock Vellum technique. Each time you try it your vellum layer will look completely different from the previous time and will add a wow factor to all your cards. Even better: this technique is not time intensive!

For my technique card idea, I used the Earthen Textures dies:

Supplies

Stamp set: Earthen Textures bundle (161514)

Ink: Starry Sky

Stampin’ Blends:

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Starry Sky: 8 ½” x 5 1/2”; 4 ½” x 2 ¾” 

        Basic White: 5” x 4 ½”; 2 1/8” x 1”; 4 ½” x 2 ¾” 

        Cardstock Vellum: 3 ¾” x 5”

Misc: Cardstock Vellum (101856); Starry Sky Stampin’ Blends (159222); Balmy Blue Stampin’ Blends (154830); Orchid Oasis Stampin’ Blends (159223); Tahitian Tide Stampin’ Blends (159221); Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels (158987); Mini Glue Dots (103683); Bakers Twine Essentials Pack (154475); Isopropyl Alcohol 99.9%; Water Painters (151298); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (144108)

Instructions:

1. Fold Starry Sky cardstock in half and crease to create card base.
2. Using Multipurpose Liquid Glue, adhere Basic White layer to Starry Sky card base.
3. Using Balmy Blue Stampin’ Blend (light), scribble several lines of color onto Cardstock Vellum.
   
   
   
   
4. Using Tahitian Tide Stampin’ Blend (light), scribble several lines of color onto Cardstock Vellum.
   
   
   
   
   
5. Using Orchid Oasis Stampin’ Blend (light), scribble several lines of color onto Cardstock Vellum.
   
   
   
   
6. Using Starry Sky Stampin’ Blend (light), scribble several lines of color onto Cardstock Vellum.
   
   
   
   
   Note: if your Cardstock Vellum starts to curl, adhere flat using Washi Tape.
   
   
7. Dip Water Painter into Isopropyl Alcohol and add drops randomly onto Cardstock Vellum. As paint runs and ‘bubbles’ add more drops as desired. Let dry.
   
   
   
   
8. Die-cut Starry Sky and Basic White elements using Earthen Textures dies. Adhere together using Multipurpose Liquid Glue, then adhere to Cardstock Vellum.
9. Ink phrase using Starry Sky ink and stamp onto Basic White cardstock. Trim around phrase. Attach phrase to Cardstock Vellum layer using Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals.
10. Adhere an Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewel to the corner of the Cardstock Vellum layer.
11. Adhere Cardstock Vellum to card base, using Multipurpose Liquid Glue only on back side of Basic White element.
12. Attach a Mini Glue Dot on the backside of the Vellum layer, under each Pearl. Adhere Cardstock Vellum layer to card base.
13. Attach White Baker’s Twine bow to Starry Sky element using Mini Glue Dot.

And here's the final card: