Are you ready to add a pop of color and fun to your cardmaking projects? In this tutorial, we’re creating a vibrant birthday card perfect for any girl’s celebration. Using the Trusty Tools stamp and die bundle from Stampin’ Up, we’re going beyond the traditional masculine themes to showcase the versatility of this set.

This project is the bonus card included in our April Cultivated Creativity DIY paper crafting kit, and we’re excited to share it with you as a thank you for your support. Watch the video tutorial below to see how you can create this cheerful card at home.

Why You’ll Love This Project:

  1. Versatility: The Trusty Tools bundle isn’t just for masculine cards. This project demonstrates how you can use it to create fun and colorful designs for any occasion.
  2. Creativity: Get inspired to play with colors and designs to create your own unique cards.
  3. Skill-building: Learn new techniques and tips that you can apply to future cardmaking projects.
  4. Personalization: Handmade cards add a personal touch to your greetings, making them even more special for the recipient.
  5. Fun and Relaxation: Crafting is a great way to unwind and express your creativity. Enjoy the process of making something beautiful with your own hands.

Whether you’re an experienced crafter or just starting, this project is sure to spark your creativity and bring a smile to someone’s face. So gather your supplies and let’s get crafting!

For more inspiring projects and exclusive tutorials, consider joining my Cultivated Creativity DIY paper crafting kit subscription program.

See full details and register HERERegistration closes April 20, 2024 (While supplies last, spaces for this kit are limited)

Project Layers (Imperial):

  • 4-1/4” x 11” Pool Party CS
  • 2-5/8” x 4” Coastal Cabana CS- die cut
  • 1-1/8” x 5-1/8” Coastal Cabana CS
  • 2-3/4” x 4” Melon Mambo CS die-cut
  • 2-3/4” x 4-1/8” Basic White CS
  • Scrap Basic White CS stamp/die-cut
  • 3” x 1/2” Basic White CS
  • 5-1/4” x 5-1/4”, score at 4” Basic White CS
  • Scrap Smoky Slate CS stamp/die-cut
  • 4” x 3” DSP
  • Approx. 9” trim

I have created a printable recipe with the complete supply list and cut dimensions for you. Simple click the button below to access the printable file.

Want to give this one a try? I showed how to create this delightful project in my Tuesday YouTube PREMIER. Watch the video replay below and be sure to leave me a comment.

Don’t forget to share the video with your crafty friends! While you are watching, I would appreciate you subscribing to my YouTube channel.

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Wasn’t that super fun? Did this spark new ideas for your next project? Tell me in the comments below the post.

Don’t forget to join me for some LIVE papercrafting every Tuesday at 12:30PM ET on my YouTube Channel where we will play with some new goodies from the current Catalogs! Jump on over and follow me now. Looking forward to seeing you and your crafty friends for our next LIVE papercrafting class!

Hope You Enjoy,

Love this project? Here is your shopping list so you can re-create this idea on your own…just click on the images below to add them to your cart.

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Live in the US…CLICK HERE to order your stamping supplies from my online store and have the products shipped directly to you. Don’t forget to add the HOST CODE 4ETXJDGM to take advantage of all my Rewards!

Prefer me to place your order for you? Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a Facebook message. I am happy to help.

Note: When you ORDER $150+: DO NOT ADD THE HOST CODE.  You will earn Stampin’ Rewards PLUS automatically qualify for the monthly Exclusive All Star Tutorials Bundle when you place your online order with me.

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If you love great deals, our Last-Chance Products Sale is the perfect time to shop. Save up to 60% on essential craft supplies from the January–April 2024 Mini Catalog and the 2023–2024 Annual Catalog from April 9-30, 2024. What are you waiting for? Start shopping! After all, this selection of Last Chance Products is only available while supplies last.

CLICK HERE to see all the retiring goodies in the online store and add them to your shopping cart.


Want to earn EXCLUSIVE video tutorials once a month featuring the latest Stampin’ Up! product suites? Each month you will receive 12 tutorials all bundled together when you place a qualifying $50 or more order with me through my online store for FREE!

You may also purchase individual tutorials HERE.


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I’m sure you agree…papercrafting can bring so much joy. Whether you use it for stress relief, to share your creativity, or have meaningful cards and gifts always at your fingertips, papercrafting has value that goes far beyond the projects.

There’s so much we can give our attention to and spend our time doing today, but what if you had something at your fingertips that allows you to create memories and express yourself instead of watching Netflix? That’s where our paper crafting kits come in!

The December 2024 Cultivated Creativity Kit will feature the

glamorous Hearts of Elegance Stamp Set and coordinating Dies by Stampin’ Up!

Register no later than December 20, 2024 to get this amazing kit mailed to you!


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Want to join us for the next team swap? Do you have a big wish list? Maybe you love to be the first to get your hands on brand new products!  If you love Stampin’ Up! products and would enjoy getting a minimum 20% discount every time you purchase…then purchasing the Starter Kit is just what you need! This is by far the BEST DEAL EVER! Enjoy all the benefits risk FREE (no penalty to drop) when you purchase the ultimate Stampin’ Up! bundle ($99 Starter Kit) HERE!


What are you waiting for?


Not interested in selling? No worries…There are no requirements to sell to others, hold events, create a blog, etc… and no penalty when you drop. You can simply make your purchases and enjoy the product discount as long as you like.

Does the quarterly $300 minimum to remain active concern you? No worries…let’s break this down a bit:

  • You can do this all at once to take advantage of the Host Rewards or in multiple orders (there is no limit). It is approx. $3.41 a day when you break it down.
  • Your personal orders count towards your quarter sales (I am my best customer!-he he)
  • For your first quarter you have from the time you sign up until the end of the first full Stampin’ Up! quarter to meet the min. sales requirement.


Worried about project inspiration? No worries…I am here to help you! I share everything with my team for FREE– yes the Exclusive Project Tutorials, the All Star Video Class Tutorials, the Cultivated Creativity Tutorials, the FMN Club TutorialsClass TutorialsPaper Pumpkin BONUS tutorials and MORE!


I welcome hobby stampers to my team! When you purchase the kit and join thru me you will instantly become a Diemond and earn access to all the benefits.


Why not give it a try? Do it for YOU! Need more info… CLICK HERE for more details on joining my team.


Questions? Contact me today at wendy@creativeleeyours.com


The new 2024-2025 Annual Catalog starts May 1, 2024! Whoo Hoo! Do you want one?

There are several ways to get the new catalog from me…

  • Purchase the Starter kit & Join My Diemonds Team. It’s an exciting time to be demonstrator…you can even choose upcoming products from the New Catalog in your starter kit when you join in April! Yippee!!
  • Have you placed an order with me in the last 6 months? If not, be sure to place an order with me this month to ensure you are on my list and I will be sure to get the new catalogs out to you.
  • Become a Paper Pumpkin subscriber with me HERE.
  • Join Cultivated Creativity HERE.
  • Join the Forget Me Not Club HERE.

Thank you for choosing me as your demonstrator!

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12 EXCLUSIVE tutorials each month for FREE!

I am offering the monthly Exclusive Project Tutorials FREE to my email subscribers. Yes! The Exclusive Projects team is comprised of a talented group of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators sharing great ideas. There will be a wide variety of projects featuring multiple stamp sets each month that you will get for FREE…if you are a subscriber to my newsletter… Whoo Hoo!

Not yet a subscriber? Sign up HERE

What others’ are saying about the Exclusive Tutorial Bundles:

Thank you! Each and every one of your cards are wonderful! I love having the tutorials printed out. I flip through the pages and always find something that would be fun to make! Thanks again!

-Mary D

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“Thank you so much – I always enjoy the fresh design options – you make card making fun again.”

-Kathleen L

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“I LOVE and appreciate this special offer you give to your email subscribers. I always find lots of inspiration from the demonstrators and enjoy replicating their beautiful designs.”

-TY Barbara D

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OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS AND INFORMATION:

  • Join my Stampin’ Up!® Diemonds team and get the awesome customizable starter kit HERE. It’s the best bundle ever!
  • Ready for a fun, monthly craft kit delivered directly to you, so you get all the joy of creating without having to do all the research, design and prep? Cultivated Creativity is for you! Click HERE to get started.
  • Join my Online Forget Me Not (FMN) Card Club and elevate your hand made cards HERE.
  • Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
  • Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
  • Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
  • Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials and FREE stamps with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.
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