Sometimes the smallest design changes make the biggest difference!

For today’s handmade Christmas card, I created a festive NOEL greeting with a fun little twist—using an ornament in place of the letter “O”!

It’s a simple idea that adds so much personality to the design. And with the combination of patterned paper, texture, and a few finishing touches, the whole card comes together beautifully.

A Little Creative Twist Makes All the Difference

One of my favorite things about cardmaking is finding new ways to use the supplies I already have.

Instead of treating the ornament as a separate embellishment, I made it part of the greeting itself! It becomes the focal point while helping all the other design elements work together.

I also love how the patterned paper, textured background, and greenery add interest without competing with that fun NOEL greeting.

Don’t Forget the Inside!

A handmade card deserves a little love on the inside, too!

I carried the ornament theme through to the interior and added a playful fa la la la la greeting. It’s a small detail, but it makes the finished card feel a little more special without adding complicated cuts, mechanisms or a long list of measurements.

Even More Ideas with Cultivated Creativity

Here’s something else I love about this project: I’m using some of the same products featured in this month’s Cultivated Creativity kit!

This NOEL card isn’t one of the five projects included in the kit. It’s an additional idea I created to show you another way to enjoy those featured products.

And that’s a big part of what I want Cultivated Creativity to inspire—helping you discover new possibilities, build creative confidence, and enjoy making beautiful projects without having to figure everything out on your own.

With Cultivated Creativity, I thoughtfully coordinate the projects and supplies and take care of much of the preparation. You get to spend more of your precious creative time on the part you love most—actually creating!

If you’ve been wishing you had more time to create, I’d love to invite you to explore Cultivated Creativity, my monthly DIY paper crafting kit. October registration is open while kits are available.

You’ll find the project measurements and supply details below so you can create your own version.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 11” Secret Sea CS
• (2) 3-7/8” x 5-1/8” Poppy Parade CS
• (2) 3-3/4” x 1” DSP
• 3-3/4” x 3” Pecan Pie CS- emboss
• 3-1/2” x 3” Peaceful Pine CS- die cut
• 2-3/4” x 2” Basic White CS- die cut
• Scrap Gold Foil- die cut
• 2-3/4” x 1-1/4” Thick Basic White- die cut
• 3” x 4-1/4” Basic White CS
• 1” x 5” DSP

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

Let’s Make This Christmas Card Together!

Want to see how all the pieces come together?

Watch the step-by-step video tutorial below. I’ll walk you through creating this NOEL card and share the little design details that make it special.

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Whether you recreate this design exactly or use it as inspiration for something entirely your own, I hope it encourages you to try a little creative twist on your next handmade card.

Shopping List 

Festive Cheer Bundle (English)

[168133]

Secret Sea 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165624]

Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119793]

Peaceful Pine 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[167691]

Pecan Pie 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[161717]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[159229]

Timeless Christmas 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[168537]

Gold Foil Sheets

[132622]

Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad

[165285]

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad

[147050]

Peaceful Pine Shimmer Brush

[167665]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Textured Tree Ring 3 D Embossing Folder

[168220]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Detail Scissors

[170902]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

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.

More Than a Discount… Join the Diemonds!

Have you ever thought about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator?

Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

And October is an especially fun time to join!

Join October 6–31 and you’ll receive $50 in Stampin’ Rewards in your Stampin’ Up! account immediately after signing up. Those rewards are yours to use within three months of joining.

And that’s on top of the benefits of being a demonstrator:

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

We love offering you the best in paper crafting! To do that and keep our product offering fresh, trendy, and relevant, we regularly evaluate product performance. As demand for a product changes, we’ll move products to our Last Chance Products category in the online store and begin the retiring process to make room for new products. Our Last Chance Products will be an ongoing offer, so you can shop this category at any time throughout the year!

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.

It’s time for my 12 weeks of Holidays project ideas! I am excited to share seasonal sets of projects with you each Wednesday for 12 weeks that I hope will inspire you to create! These ideas are Exclusive to my email subscribers, so if you want to see them all, be sure to subscribe to my list HERE.

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

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There’s something extra fun about a card that has a little surprise built into the design—and this one definitely does!

At first glance, it looks like a pretty fall card with a gate across the front. But that little gate actually opens to reveal the pumpkins tucked behind it! And while it gives the card an interactive WOW factor, the construction itself is surprisingly straightforward.

For today’s project, I’m using the Painted Patch Designer Series Paper (DSP) along with warm fall colors and a few simple details that really bring that little gate to life.

I love projects like this because you don’t necessarily need a complicated fun fold to make a card feel special. Sometimes one unexpected element—like a gate that really opens—is all it takes.

A Little Gate with a Fun Surprise

The gate is definitely the star of this card!

I cut the gate pieces from Golden Glow cardstock with the Painted Pumpkin Dies, but this time I doubled the opening portion of the gate by adhering two die-cut pieces together. That little bit of extra cardstock gives it more stability, especially since this is the part your recipient will be opening and closing. I also die-cut the tiny hardware details from Secret Sea cardstock and added them to the gate. They’re such small pieces, but I love how those little details help bring the whole gate—and the card—to life.

The little Basic White sign hanging from the gate is stamped with Secret Sea ink and attached with White Textured Ribbon, while a small Flirty Flamingo vine adds an unexpected pop of color.

Then open the gate…

…and there are those pumpkins!

I cut the pumpkins directly from the Painted Patch Designer Series Paper with the coordinating dies. If you don’t have the dies, take another look at your patterned papers before ruling out an idea like this. Images such as these pumpkins can often be fussy cut with your Detail Scissors instead.

Don’t Toss That DSP Scrap!

Here’s a little detail I especially love about this card. When I start with a 6″ piece of Designer Series Paper and cut my 3-3/4″ x 5″ front layer, I have a 1″ strip left over. Rather than tossing it into the scrap pile, I cut that strip to 3-3/4″ and used it along the bottom of my inside Basic White layer. It coordinates perfectly because it came from the same paper, adds almost no extra work, and gives that leftover piece an immediate purpose.

I added another pumpkin cut from the Designer Series Paper and stamped my sentiment above it to finish the inside. It’s a simple detail, but I think carrying just a little bit of the design to the inside makes a handmade card feel extra special.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 11” Cajun Craze CS
• 4″ x 5-1/4″ Cajun Craze CS
• 3-3/4″ x 5″ DSP
• Scrap Secret Sea CS- die cut
• 8-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ Golden Glow CS- die cut
• Scrap DSP- fussy cut
• Scrap Flirty Flamingo CS- die cut
• 2″ x 1-1/4″ Basic White CS- die cut
• 3-3/4″ x 1″ DSP
• 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White CS

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.

Watch the Full Cardmaking Tutorial

Want to see exactly how that little gate comes together?

In today’s video, I’ll walk you through the entire project step by step, including how I assembled the gate, added the hardware details, created the hanging sign and positioned those pumpkins so they’re waiting behind the gate when it opens.

I hope this card reminds you that an interactive card doesn’t necessarily have to mean a complicated card. Sometimes one simple moving element is enough to create that little moment of surprise when someone opens your handmade card.

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Loving Painted Patch?

If you’ve been enjoying the Painted Patch Suite, there’s even more inspiration waiting for you in the new October All Star Video Class Bundle!

This month’s bundle features 12 exclusive video tutorials created by demonstrators from around the world, all featuring Painted Patch. It’s a wonderful way to get even more ideas from the products you already love.

You can purchase the October All Star Video Class Bundle in my Tutorial Store, or earn it FREE with a qualifying online order with me.

And if you missed my recent Painted Patch Online Workshop, you can also find that replay on my YouTube channel for even more project inspiration.

I hope today’s card inspires you to add a little unexpected surprise to one of your next projects. And remember—if you love a patterned-paper image but don’t have the coordinating dies, your Detailed Scissors may be all you need!

CreativeLee Yours,
Wendy

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. 

Shopping List 

Painted Pumpkins Bundle (English)

[168439]

Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119684]

Golden Glow 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[167685]

Secret Sea 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165624]

Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[141416]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

Painted Patch 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[168430]

Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad

[165285]

White 3/8" (1 Cm) Textured Ribbon

[168550]

Painted Patch Adhesive Backed Dots

[168443]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Nested Essentials Dies

[161597]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Detail Scissors

[170902]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

We love offering you the best in paper crafting! To do that and keep our product offering fresh, trendy, and relevant, we regularly evaluate product performance. As demand for a product changes, we’ll move products to our Last Chance Products category in the online store and begin the retiring process to make room for new products. Our Last Chance Products will be an ongoing offer, so you can shop this category at any time throughout the year!

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.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

More Than a Discount… Join the Diemonds!

Have you ever thought about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator?

Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

And October is an especially fun time to join!

Join October 6–31 and you’ll receive $50 in Stampin’ Rewards in your Stampin’ Up! account immediately after signing up. Those rewards are yours to use within three months of joining.

And that’s on top of the benefits of being a demonstrator:

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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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CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post This Gate Actually Opens! Easy Fall Card with Painted Patch (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

I love a fun fold that looks like I spent WAY more time figuring it out than I actually did. And today’s card is exactly that kind of project!

At first glance, it may look like a pretty Christmas card with lots of gorgeous texture and layers…

But when you open it, you discover that the card base is intentionally a little shorter, allowing that beautiful patterned paper to become part of both the outside AND inside of the design. And here’s the best part:

This easy Christmas fun fold requires only TWO score lines!

It’s also a fantastic design for showing off your Designer Series Paper (DSP)—and I’ve got a little trick for you if you don’t happen to love both sides of the paper you’re using.

Let’s take a closer look!

An Easy Fun Fold You’ll Want to Use Again

I’ve actually made another version of this fold recently, and I liked it so much that I said you would probably see me use it again and again. I wasn’t kidding.

The card base starts with a 5-1/2″ x 8″ piece of Secret Sea cardstock, scored at:

• 1″
• 5-1/4″

That’s it!

Those two score lines create the structure of our fun fold.

Because the front portion of the card doesn’t extend all the way across, we get that wonderful opening along the edge where our patterned paper can peek through from inside.

It’s an easy way to make the card feel a little more special without adding complicated cuts, mechanisms or a long list of measurements.

What If You Only Like ONE Side of Your Designer Series Paper?

Here’s one of my favorite things about this fold. It’s designed to let you see both sides of your patterned paper. Normally, that’s fabulous!

But…

What happens when one side of your Designer Series Paper looks perfect with your project and the other one just…doesn’t?

That’s exactly what happened when I chose this pretty snowflake pattern from the A Stitched Season Designer Series Paper. I loved the snowflakes for this card, but the pattern on the reverse wasn’t what I wanted to see when the card was opened.

So I changed the rules!

I used two pieces of Designer Series Paper adhered back-to-back. Now I get the snowflake pattern I wanted on BOTH sides.

That’s your reminder that just because patterned paper is double-sided doesn’t mean your design has to be dictated by what’s printed on the back. If both sides work—fantastic! Let the fold show them off. If they don’t? Make the paper work for YOUR card.

Emboss First…Then Cut!

There’s another little trick happening on the front of this card.

I started with a 3-1/4″ x 5-1/4″ piece of Secret Sea cardstock and embossed the entire piece with the Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder.

One thing I really love about this embossing folder is its size. I could place my cardstock in the folder so the plaid runs straight up and down—or rotate my cardstock and completely change the direction of the pattern. For this card, I rotated it so the plaid runs at an angle.

After embossing, I cut a 3/4″ strip from the panel. That leaves me with:

• 2-1/2″ x 5-1/4″ embossed panel
• 3/4″ x 5-1/4″ embossed strip

Those two pieces decorate the separate sections of the card front.

Why emboss first?

Because I’m creating the texture across one larger piece before dividing it. It’s one less little piece to wrestle with inside the embossing folder, and I know both pieces will have the same texture and orientation. Little things like that can make the assembly process so much easier!

Create a Snowy Layered Focal Point

With all that beautiful Secret Sea happening in the background, I wanted the focal point to feel light and almost snowflake-like.

I used two Scalloped Blooms die cuts, layered them together and rotated one slightly so the scallops were offset.

Doesn’t that give it the prettiest little doily—or maybe even snowflake—effect?

I layered that with Shimmering Stripes Specialty Paper, which brings in a subtle silver sparkle.

Then I created the ornament with the Festive Cheer Bundle, stamping in Secret Sea and adding silver foil for the ornament details.

A Secret Sea ribbon bow and those sparkly little snowflake embellishments finish everything off.

It’s almost entirely a Secret Sea, white and silver palette, but all the different textures keep it from feeling flat.

If you’re like many of my crafty friends, you want the picture AND the measurements handy when you’re ready to recreate a project. Here are the measurements for today’s card project Layers (Imperial):

• 5-1/2″ x 8″, scored at 1″ & 5-1/4″ Secret Sea CS
• 3-1/4″ x 5-1/4″ Secret Sea CS for embossing
• (2) 4″ x 5-1/4″ DSP
• 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White CS
• (2) 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″ Basic White CS- die cut
• 3″ x 3″ Shimmering Stripes- die cut
• 2″ x 2″ Basic White CS- die cut
• scrap Silver Foil- die cut
• Approx. 9″ Ribbon

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

Ready to see how this one works?

In today’s video, I’ll show you how to:

• create the fun fold with just two score lines,
• make the Designer Series Paper visible from the front and inside,
• use my back-to-back DSP trick when you only like one side,
• rotate the Forever Plaid embossing pattern for a different look,
• emboss first and cut afterward,
• build the layered ornament focal point,

(note if viewing this post via email subscription, you may need to click the post name to display the video)

Love Easy Fun Folds? Come Create With Me This Weekend!

The timing for today’s project couldn’t be better because we’re heading into World Card Making Day weekend, and I’m one of the teachers at the Stress-Free Card Making Summit!

And guess what I’m teaching?

More fun folds!

I’ll be teaching on Sunday, with two different fun-fold card projects to share. So if today’s card has you thinking, “Okay, Wendy…I could actually do that!”—come join us!

The Summit is packed with creative inspiration throughout the weekend!

Want More Creative Time with Festive Cheer?

If you spotted the Festive Cheer Bundle on today’s card and thought it looked familiar, there’s a reason. It’s also the featured bundle I’m using for October’s Cultivated Creativity!

If you love making cards but don’t always love all the planning and prep it takes to get started, that’s exactly why I created Cultivated Creativity.

It’s my monthly DIY paper crafting kit where I plan the projects, coordinate the supplies and take care of much of the prep—so you can spend more of your time actually creating.

Each month we’ll create four cards and one notecard, and for October we’re creating with Festive Cheer.

Registration for the October kit is open through October 20, unless it sells out sooner. If you’re not already a member, I’d love to have you join us!

One More Money-Saving Tip…

The Secret Sea ribbon I used on today’s card was on the Last Chance List for just $5.95 when I created this project. If you’re planning to make stacks of Christmas cards, that’s the kind of find that can really help stretch your crafting budget!

Because Last Chance items and pricing can change quickly, be sure to check current availability before planning your projects around it.

Before You Go…

I want to know where you fall on this one:

When you’re using double-sided Designer Series Paper, do you feel like you SHOULD show off both sides?

Or are you perfectly happy covering up a side that doesn’t work for your project? I’m definitely Team “Make the paper work for the card!” Tell me what you do in the comments below.

And if you’re saving today’s project for later, remember: this fold only takes two score lines, so don’t let that fancy-looking opening fool you. This one really is easy!

Shopping List 

Festive Cheer Bundle (English)

[168133]

Secret Sea 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165624]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

A Stitched Season 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[168223]

Shimmering Stripes 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper

[168197]

Silver 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Foil Sheets

[163387]

Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad

[165285]

Secret Sea 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Open Weave Ribbon

[166932]

Adhesive Backed Snowflakes

[168316]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Forever Plaid 3 D Embossing Folder

[164049]

Scalloped Blooms Dies

[167646]

Stylish Shapes Dies

[159183]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Detail Scissors

[170902]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Adhesive Sheets

[152334]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

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.

More Than a Discount… Join the Diemonds!

Have you ever thought about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator?

Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy Christmas Fun Fold Card with a Surprise Inside (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

Who decided pumpkins always have to be orange?

Don’t get me wrong—I love all those beautiful rusts, oranges and golden fall colors. But sometimes one little unexpected choice is exactly what a card needs to feel completely different. For today’s easy fall card, I pulled Pool Party right out of the Painted Patch Designer Series Paper and used it to color our pumpkin.

Yes…a Pool Party pumpkin!

And I absolutely love it.

The cool Pool Party paired with Smoky Slate and Basic White gives us a fresh foundation, while all those warmer colors in the Designer Series Paper (DSP) still bring plenty of fall into the design.

And that’s one of the easiest ways to get yourself out of a color rut:

Let your patterned paper choose the colors for you.

Let’s take a closer look at how this card comes together.

Start with an Unexpected Fall Color Combination

Our card base is Smoky Slate, which gives us a wonderfully neutral starting point. Then I pulled Pool Party from the Painted Patch Designer Series Paper (DSP) for the layer behind our patterned paper.

But instead of stopping there, I repeated Pool Party in the focal point by coloring our stamped pumpkin with Pool Party Stampin’ Blends. That repetition is important.

When you introduce an unexpected color—especially one you might not normally associate with your subject—using it in more than one area helps make the choice feel intentional.

Suddenly our Pool Party pumpkin doesn’t feel out of place. It belongs. And that means you can take this same idea far beyond pumpkins.

The next time you’re creating with patterned paper, look closely at some of its less obvious colors and ask: What would happen if I made THAT color the star? You may find a combination you never would have chosen on your own.

Add Interest Without Adding More “Stuff”

There’s already quite a bit happening in the Painted Patch Designer Series Paper, so I didn’t want every part of the card competing for attention. Instead, I created interest in the large Basic White background with texture.

The 3-3/4″ x 5″ Basic White layer is embossed with the Softly Woven 3D Embossing Folder. Because we’re embossing white cardstock, we’re adding detail without introducing another color or pattern.

That’s a design trick worth remembering:

When your card needs a little more interest, texture may be all it needs.

You don’t necessarily need another piece of patterned paper, another color or another embellishment. Sometimes embossing a simple cardstock layer gives you exactly enough.

Give That Pumpkin a Little Sparkle

After stamping the pumpkin in Secret Sea, I colored it with Pool Party Stampin’ Blends.

And then…I couldn’t resist. I added Wink of Stella over the pumpkin for some beautiful shimmer.

It’s difficult for a still photograph to completely capture Wink of Stella, but when the light hits it, that little bit of sparkle makes the focal point feel extra special. This is also one of those details that doesn’t require you to redesign anything.

Same pumpkin.

Same color.

One quick layer of shimmer—and suddenly it has another dimension.

Don’t Forget the Inside!

You know I don’t like to leave the inside of my cards completely forgotten.

For this one, I added a Basic White layer and brought a little of the Painted Patch Designer Series Paper inside with a strip along the bottom. It’s simple, but it carries the design from the front of the card to the inside—and it’s a great way to use another small strip of your patterned paper.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 11” Smoky Slate CS
• (2) 3-3/4” x 5” Basic White CS-emboss one
• 2-7/8” x 4” DSP
• 3” x 4-1/8” Pool Party CS
• 2-1/2” x 2-1/2” Basic White CS die-cut
• 3-1/2” x ¾” Basic White CS
• 2” x 2” Basic White CS stamp/die-cut
• 3-1/2” x ¾” DSP
• Approx. 12” Ribbon

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

Ready to see how everything comes together?

In today’s video, I’ll show you how I:

• build the layers,
• add embossed texture,
• use the DSP to guide the color palette,
• color that unexpected Pool Party pumpkin,
• add a little Wink of Stella shimmer,
• and bring the design to the inside of the card.

Come create it with me!

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Don’t Put Away Your Painted Patch Supplies Yet!

If you enjoyed creating with Painted Patch today, we’re not finished!

I’m pulling these supplies right back out on Friday, September 25 for my FREE Online Workshop, and I’ve designed three completely different cards to share with you.

We’ll explore different layouts, different ways to use the patterned paper, and I’ll even show you how I’ve taken some of these design ideas and recreated them with completely different products.

That’s something I especially want you to see. Because a good card design shouldn’t necessarily work with only one collection.

Once you understand what’s making the design work, you can start looking through the supplies you already own and asking:

“What could I use instead?”

And one of Friday’s cards has a little surprise built right into the design that I’m not showing you quite yet.

Whether you already own Painted Patch, have been considering it, or simply want some new card ideas you can adapt to your own supplies, I’d love to have you join me.

FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP

Friday, September 25 at 11:30 AM ET

Can’t join me at 11:30? Be sure to register/join the workshop group so you can catch the replay.

Before You Go…

I’m curious:

What’s a color you’ve used on a project that surprised you?

Maybe you’ve made a blue pumpkin, a pink Christmas card, purple leaves—or something else completely unexpected.

Tell me in the comments!

And the next time you’re staring at your patterned paper wondering which colors to use, don’t automatically reach for the obvious choice.

Take another look at the paper.

There may be a color hiding in there that’s about to become the star of your whole card.

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It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

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.

Love learning new card-making ideas? Come craft with me!

I’m excited to be teaching TWO fun folds at the FREE Stress-Free Cardmaking Summit, happening October 2–4!

Join 12 cardmakers for three days of creative inspiration featuring 14 card-making tutorials, with projects designed using five main supplies or less. I’ll be joining the fun on Sunday with my Vertical Z-Fold and Triple Panel Pop-Up—two impressive folds that are easier to make than they look!

Your free ticket really is FREE and gives you access to all 14 prerecorded video tutorials during their free viewing periods. You’ll also have the option to upgrade to the Ultimate Cardmaking Bundle if you’d like lifetime access, live classes, bonuses and more.

GRAB YOUR FREE TICKET

More Than a Discount… Join the Diemonds!

Have you ever thought about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator?

Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy Fall Card with an Unexpected Pumpkin Color (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

Seasonal cardmaking doesn’t always have to mean traditional Christmas colors, Christmas greetings, or a design you’ll only use once a year.

Today’s elegant pinecone card is a perfect example.

I combined the Frosted Pinecones Bundle with Neutral Noel Designer Series Paper, deep Secret Sea and touches of gold to create a card that feels warm, sophisticated and seasonal—without being limited to Christmas.

And that’s one of the things I love most about this project.

With the right colors and sentiment, a seasonal product can give you so many more creative possibilities than you may initially see.

In today’s project, you’ll see:

• Another idea for creating with the Frosted Pinecones products we’re using at my upcoming virtual Bingo event
• How to combine deep neutrals and metallic accents for an elegant look
• An easy way to add beautiful gold detail without making the card overly complicated
• How layering ribbon, greenery and die cuts creates dimension and interest
• How to use seasonal products beyond traditional Christmas cardmaking
• A simple way to carry the design from the card front to the inside

Let Your Color Combination Do Some of the Work

One reason this card looks so striking is the contrast.

Instead of reaching for traditional holiday colors, I started with a light neutral card base and added the deep Secret Sea cardstock. Against that dark background, the gold details really have a chance to shine.

The Neutral Noel Designer Series Paper brings in another layer of pattern without competing with the focal point. That’s something worth remembering when you’re designing your own cards: Not every element needs to be the star. A quieter patterned paper can provide just enough interest in the background while allowing a beautiful stamped image, die cut or sentiment to become the focal point.

And if you’re someone who sometimes struggles with choosing coordinating colors and patterns, try starting with your Designer Series Paper (DSP). Let the colors in the paper help make some of those decisions for you.

Add a Little Gold for a Lot of Impact

The gold is what takes this card from pretty to something that feels extra special.

I added the beautiful pine imagery against the Secret Sea cardstock and created that gorgeous dimensional pinecone for the focal point. Then I repeated the metallic detail with small gold accents around the card.

You don’t need gold everywhere. In fact, using it selectively allows those details to stand out even more. The combination of the metallic gold, deep Secret Sea and softer patterned background gives us plenty of visual interest while still keeping the overall design elegant.

Add the greenery, layered ribbon and sentiment label, and suddenly we have lots of texture and dimension without needing a complicated card layout.

That’s the kind of card design I love—one that looks impressive when you give it, but is completely doable when you sit down to create it.

Pinecones Aren’t Just for Christmas Cards

I think it’s easy to see pinecones and immediately think Christmas. But take another look at this project.

The sentiment on the front reads: Sending warmth & light your way

And inside I’ve used: May the beauty of the season fill your heart

Neither limits this card to Christmas. This could become a beautiful winter card, thinking-of-you card, seasonal greeting or simply a card sent to brighten someone’s day. Change the sentiment and you could take the same basic design in another direction altogether.

That’s one of my favorite ways to get more from the products in my craft room. Instead of asking, What one card can I make with this? I like to ask: How many different reasons can I find to use it?

The more possibilities you can see in the supplies you already own, the easier it becomes to sit down and create.

Don’t Forget the Inside!

One of my favorite finishing touches is carrying a little of the card-front design to the inside.

For this card, I brought that beautiful Secret Sea and gold combination inside with a coordinating corner detail alongside the seasonal sentiment.

It doesn’t require recreating the entire front of the card.

Just one small repeated element can make the inside feel intentionally connected to the outside—and give the recipient one more little surprise when they open it.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” Basic Beige CS
• 5-1/4” x 4” DSP
• 5” x 3-3/4” Secret Sea CS
• 2-1/4” x 2” Mossy Meadow CS-die cut
• 3” x 1-3/4” Basic Beige CS- die cut
• 2-3/4” x 3-1/4” Pecan Pie CS- die cut
• 2-1/2” x 3” Gold Foil- die cut
• Approx. 11” Ribbon

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.

Ready to Create This Project?

Watch the video below as I walk you through this elegant pinecone card step by step.

I’ll show you how the layers come together, how I created the gold details and dimensional pinecone, and how I carried the design through to the inside of the card.

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Love the Frosted Pinecones Bundle?

Today’s card is actually an alternate project I created while designing with the products featured at one of my virtual Bingo events. I love taking the same products and finding completely different ways to use them!

Be sure to sign up for my emails so you’ll be among the first to hear about upcoming classes, events and new creative inspiration.Your support helps more cardmakers discover CreativeLee Yours, and I truly appreciate it.

One More Peek at Neutral Noel

The Neutral Noel Designer Series Paper used on today’s project is also one of the new paper collections included in my Holiday Designer Series Paper Share.

A Paper Share is a fun way to get a sampling of the newest papers without purchasing every full package—so you can see, touch and create with the designs before deciding which ones you may want more of.

If you love patterned paper but have a hard time choosing which packages to buy, this is a great way to enjoy a little of everything.

Registration closes August 30.

 Be sure to check out all the details and register HERE.

(US residents only. Shares ship late September.).

What Would You Create?

Now I’d love to know what you see when you look at Frosted Pinecones.

Would you use it mostly for Christmas cards—or can you already imagine using it for fall, winter and thinking-of-you cards, too?

Leave me a comment below and tell me. I always love seeing where a product takes someone else’s creativity!

And remember: sometimes getting more from your craft supplies isn’t about learning another complicated technique. It’s simply about looking at what you already have and asking, “What else could this become?”

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. 

Shopping List 

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Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

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Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

The fun begins Saturday September 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET for our next virtual BINGO event where we will play Bingo and then create our cards. You have to join us LIVE on Zoom to play BINGO. If you cant join us LIVE, you will still get to enjoy the card class.

The $35 event registration pre-payment is due by September 5, 2026 (OR until all 40 seats are gone — whichever comes first) to reserve your spot (includes the supplies to be shipped to you early so you can create your projects along with us PLUS a swag bag of supplies and the chance to play bingo and win door prizes!)

Register For BINGO Card Class

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.

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Elegant Pinecone Card with Gorgeous Gold Details (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

Have you ever run a beautiful piece of cardstock through an embossing folder only to realize that some of that gorgeous detail seems to disappear once you add it to your card?

Embossing folders can add incredible texture without adding a lot of extra work—but sometimes that texture needs just a little help to really stand out.

For today’s handmade card, I’m sharing an easy embossing folder technique using white craft ink that brings all that beautiful detail to life. And because there is more than one way to use it, we’re also going to experiment with the embossed AND debossed sides to see how completely different the results can be.

The finished card is soft, elegant and almost entirely Barely Blush, proving that a tone-on-tone card can still have plenty of interest when you layer different textures and finishes.

What You’ll Learn

In today’s video, I’ll show you:

• How to highlight embossed cardstock using white craft ink
• What happens when you use the technique on the embossed versus debossed side
• How the same embossing folder can give you two very different looks
• Another way to reveal embossed detail by sanding cardstock with a white core
• How to add interest to a tone-on-tone card without introducing lots of additional colors
• How combining subtle patterns, texture and finishes can give a simple color palette plenty of dimension

And best of all, this isn’t a technique that’s limited to the embossing folder I’m using today. Once you see how it works, start looking through the embossing folders you already own and imagine what a little ink could do to bring out those designs!

One Color Doesn’t Have to Mean One-Dimensional

I love playing with color, but sometimes limiting your palette actually gives you more freedom to notice the little details.

For this card, I stayed primarily with Barely Blush but used several different textures and finishes to keep the design interesting.

The card base and embossed background create our foundation. A piece of Barely Blush Gingham adds a subtle pattern, while the pearlized specialty paper gives us a completely different finish.

Then we add that beautiful Floral Spray 3D embossed design.

Instead of relying on additional colors to separate all those Barely Blush elements, the texture does the work for us.

That’s a great idea to tuck away for the next time you want to create an elegant tone-on-tone card. You don’t necessarily need more colors—you may simply need more contrast in your texture, pattern or finish.

Make That Beautiful Embossing Stand Out

Here’s where this card gets really fun.

After embossing the Barely Blush pearlized specialty paper with the Floral Spray 3D Embossing Folder, I lightly dragged a White Craft ink pad across the surface.

The ink catches the raised portions of the embossed design and suddenly those beautiful flowers and leaves become much more noticeable.

You aren’t covering the Barely Blush cardstock or changing its overall color. You’re simply emphasizing the texture that’s already there.

And because craft ink is a pigment ink, remember that it takes longer to dry than our classic dye inks. Give it some time before handling your piece so you don’t accidentally smear your beautiful background.

Don’t Forget About the OTHER Side!

Here’s something I always encourage you to do with your embossing folders: Turn the cardstock over. We tend to automatically think of the raised, embossed side as the “front,” but the debossed side can be every bit as interesting.

In today’s video, I flip the Floral Spray embossed piece over and apply the same white craft ink technique to the debossed side. Now the ink catches more of the background while the recessed floral design remains Barely Blush.

Same cardstock.

Same embossing folder.

Same ink.

Completely different effect!

Neither one is right or wrong. It’s simply another creative option—and one more way to get additional looks from the embossing folders you already own.

One More Way to Reveal the Design

I also experimented with another technique using cardstock with a white core.

Instead of adding ink, you can gently sand across the embossed surface to remove some of the color and expose the white core underneath.

Does it work? Absolutely.

Was it my favorite method for this particular project? Not really!

I found the sanding a little more tedious than simply dragging the White Craft ink pad across the surface. But I wanted to show you the result because you may love the look—or you may have another project where sanding creates exactly the distressed effect you’re after.

Sometimes experimenting isn’t about finding the one “correct” technique. It’s about discovering which method gives YOU the result you want.

With so much texture happening in the background, I kept the remaining elements fairly simple.

I heat embossed the sentiment from the Botanical Expressions stamp set in white on a dark gray label. That deeper color gives the eye a strong focal point against all of the soft Barely Blush.

A little white twine and a few delicate white butterflies add those final details without competing with the embossed floral design.

And, of course, I couldn’t leave the inside completely plain!

I added a Basic White layer with a coordinating sentiment and a strip of Barely Blush Gingham paper along the bottom. It’s a simple way to carry the design from the front of the card to the inside without adding a lot of extra work.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 11” Barely Blush CS
• 4” x 5-1/4” Barely Blush CS- emboss
• 1-3/4” x 5-1/2” DSP
• 2-3/4” x 5” Pearlized Specialty
• 1-1/4” x 2-1/4” Smoky Slate CS- die cut
• 4” x 5-1/4” Basic White CS
• 3-1/2” x 7/8” DSP
• Approx. 9” Twine

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.

Ready to Try This Embossing Folder Technique?

Watch the video below as I walk you through creating the card and show you the different ways I experimented with the Floral Spray 3D Embossing Folder.

You’ll see the difference between adding White Craft ink to the embossed and debossed sides, plus my experiment with sanding the cardstock to reveal the white core.

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Once you’ve watched, pull out an embossing folder from your own collection and give it another look.

What happens if you flip the embossed piece over?

Could you highlight the design with white ink? A coordinating ink? A metallic ink?

Sometimes one little experiment is all it takes to discover a completely new way to use something you already have.

Leave me a comment below—I always enjoy hearing what inspires you most!

And if you found today’s tutorial helpful, I’d love it if you would:

• Subscribe to my YouTube channel
• Share this project with a crafty friend
• Leave a comment on the video

Your support helps more cardmakers discover CreativeLee Yours, and I truly appreciate it.

Want Even More Valley in Bloom Inspiration?

This card is just one idea featuring products that coordinate beautifully with this month’s Valley in Bloom All Star Video Class Tutorial Bundle.

If you love having fresh ideas ready when it’s time to craft, the All Star bundle gives you even more inspiration without having to figure out what to make next.

You’ll receive 12 exclusive video classes from 12 different designers, along with the coordinating PDF tutorial with measurements in both imperial and metric.

You can purchase this month’s tutorial bundle for $15, or receive it FREE with a qualifying $50 order through me.

Before You Go…

I’d love for you to try today’s technique with something you already have in your craft room.

Pull out one embossing folder and experiment with BOTH sides before deciding which one belongs on your next project.

Then tell me in the comments:

Which look do you usually prefer—the raised embossed design or the recessed debossed design?

You may discover you’ve been overlooking half the possibilities hiding inside your embossing folder collection!

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. 

Shopping List 

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Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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2026–2028 In Color Gingham Gallery 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

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Bordered In Beauty Dies

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Take Your Pick

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Paper Trimmer

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Detail Scissors

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This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

2026 Holiday Paper & Ribbon Shares Are Open!

Love the new papers but don’t want to commit to full packs before you know which ones you’ll use most?

My Holiday Paper Share lets you sample 68 sheets from 15 new paper packs—giving you plenty of fresh creative possibilities without buying them all.

Want even more variety? Add the Ribbon Share for 24 yards of new ribbon and you’ll also unlock a BONUS Specialty Papers Gift!

• Paper Share: $50
• Ribbon Add-On: $27
• USPS shipping included
• Registration closes August 30

 Be sure to check out all the details and register HERE.

(US residents only. Shares ship late September.).

The fun begins Saturday September 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET for our next virtual BINGO event where we will play Bingo and then create our cards. You have to join us LIVE on Zoom to play BINGO. If you cant join us LIVE, you will still get to enjoy the card class.

The $35 event registration pre-payment is due by September 5, 2026 (OR until all 40 seats are gone — whichever comes first) to reserve your spot (includes the supplies to be shipped to you early so you can create your projects along with us PLUS a swag bag of supplies and the chance to play bingo and win door prizes!)

Register For BINGO Card Class

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

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Whenever Stampin’ Up! releases a brand-new crafting tool, I always like to spend some time using it before I recommend it.

I want to understand not only how it works…but who I think will genuinely enjoy it.

When I first heard about the new Hot Foil System, I honestly wasn’t sure it would be something I’d use very often.

After watching the included training, reading through the instructions, and creating my first project…I came away pleasantly surprised.

Not because I suddenly think every cardmaker needs a Hot Foil System. But because I realized it was much easier to learn than I expected.

Today’s project gave me the perfect opportunity to explore a new technique while creating a beautiful butterfly card featuring elegant metallic accents.

What is Hot Foiling?

If you’ve never tried hot foiling before, you’re probably wondering…What exactly is it?

Hot foiling is a technique that uses heat and pressure to transfer metallic foil onto cardstock, creating beautiful shiny designs that simply can’t be achieved with traditional stamping.

Unlike heat embossing, where you stamp with ink, add embossing powder, and melt it with a heat tool, hot foiling transfers a thin layer of metallic foil using specially designed hot foil plates and a die-cutting machine.

The result is crisp, elegant metallic details that add a beautiful touch of shine and sophistication to your handmade cards.

Think of it as another creative tool in your paper crafting toolbox.

It’s not meant to replace stamping or embossing—it’s simply another technique you can use when you want to create something a little extra special.

What surprised me

I’ll be honest…

I wondered if hot foiling would be complicated to learn or require a lot of trial and error. The process was actually much more straightforward than I expected.

The machine was easy to use, the instructions were clear, and seeing that first foiled image transfer perfectly onto the cardstock was incredibly satisfying.

One thing I especially appreciated was that I didn’t feel like I had to figure everything out on my own. Instead, I was able to focus on learning the technique and enjoying the creative process.

I also realized this is what I would consider a specialty technique. It’s probably not something I’ll use on every project, and I already know it won’t become part of my monthly Cultivated Creativity kits simply because producing foiled elements in large quantities wouldn’t be practical.

But for special cards, classes, and crafters who enjoy learning new techniques, I think it offers a beautiful new creative option.

Who I Think Will Enjoy This Technique

You might enjoy Hot Foiling if you:

• Love trying new techniques.
• Enjoy elegant metallic details.
• Like taking your time creating special cards.

It may not be the best fit if you:

• Mostly create large batches of cards.
• Prefer very quick projects.
• Are happy with the techniques you already use.

Why I Like the Included Craft Class

One of the things that impressed me most wasn’t actually the Hot Foil System itself. It was that Stampin’ Up! included the Metallic Magic Craft Class to help people learn how to use it.

Whenever I’m learning a new technique, I appreciate having someone walk me through the process instead of trying to figure it out completely on my own. That’s exactly what this class will provide. Rather than simply opening the box and hoping everything works, you have guided instruction that helps build confidence from the very beginning.

As someone who teaches cardmaking for a living, I know how much easier it is to learn a new technique when someone explains not just how to do it, but also shares helpful tips along the way. I think that’s one of the smartest parts of this release. It makes hot foiling feel much more approachable for someone trying it for the first time.

If you’ve been curious about hot foiling but weren’t sure where to begin, I believe the included class will remove much of that initial intimidation and helps you start creating with confidence.

My Biggest Takeaway

Not every tool belongs in every craft room.

But every technique is worth understanding.

That’s exactly how I feel about Hot Foiling.

I’m excited to use it in classes where everyone gets to experience the process for themselves. Whether you decide hot foiling belongs in your craft room or not, I hope today’s project helped you understand the technique a little better and gave you the confidence to decide if it’s something you’d enjoy exploring.

Project Layers (Imperial)

• 4-1/4” x 11” Secret Sea CS
• 1″ x 5-1/2” DSP
• 1″ x 5-1/2” Peaceful Pine CS
• 3-1/2″ x 4-3/4″ Basic White CS
• 4-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Basic White CS
• 3-1/2″ x 1″ Basic White CS
• 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White CS

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.

Watch the video below, and if you enjoy the project, I’d love for you to leave a comment and let me know how you would customize this design. And if you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss future cardmaking tutorials, crafty secrets, and creative inspiration.

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I’d love to know…

When you see a new crafting technique…are you someone who loves trying it right away, or do you prefer waiting until you’ve seen someone else demonstrate it first?

Leave me a comment below—I think it’ll be fun to see where everyone falls!

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. 

Shopping List 

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This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

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.

This month, you can subscribe to the 6-month All-Star bundle and receive:

• 12 exclusive tutorials each month
• A wide variety of card styles, techniques, and layouts
• One month FREE when you subscribe (pay for 5, get 6)

It’s the best value if you enjoy having a steady stream of fresh ideas ready whenever you want to craft.

Creative Experiences from Stampin’ Up!

Get a head start on your holiday crafting with the Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class! During this virtual class, you’ll create beautiful Christmas projects featuring the Pretty Poinsettia Bundle while learning tips and techniques for adding stunning detail and dimension with the coordinating Impressions Dies.

Can’t watch live? No problem! The class recording will be available so you can craft whenever it’s convenient for you.

Purchase the Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class HERE

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

More Than a Discount… Join the Diemonds!

Have you ever thought about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator?

Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

Looking for an Easy Way to Make Time for Creativity?

If you’ve been thinking about trying Paper Pumpkin, now is the perfect time!

From July 11–August 10, new subscribers can receive 25% OFF their first Paper Pumpkin kit when they start a pay-as-you-go subscription.*

Paper Pumpkin is an all-inclusive monthly crafting kit delivered right to your door. Every kit includes everything you need to create beautiful projects—no shopping, measuring, or planning required.

Why so many crafters love Paper Pumpkin:

• Everything is included (except scissors)
• Beginner friendly
• New exclusive projects every month
• A creative break from everyday life
• Convenient monthly delivery

As one of my subscribers, you’ll also receive access to my exclusive bonus inspiration and creative community.

The August Kindred Greetings kit is a beautiful all-occasion collection that’s perfect for birthdays, thinking of you, thank you cards, and more.

Start your subscription and save 25% on your first kit!

*Offer valid for new subscribers who have not had an active Paper Pumpkin subscription within the past 18 months. Promotion ends August 10.

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

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Have you ever noticed how it’s often the little details that make a handmade card feel extra special?

• A fun fold that surprises the recipient.
• Designer paper that flows perfectly across the front.
• A little shimmer catching the light.
• Soft layers of color that create depth without making the project feel complicated.

Today’s project combines all of those simple details into one elegant card that’s easier to create than you might think.

Using the All Aflutter Bundle and beautiful Moonlit Flora Suite products, we’re creating a Vertical Z Fold card that opens with a fun surprise while highlighting one of my favorite butterfly images.

Whether you’re making cards for birthdays, thinking-of-you notes, or simply because someone could use a smile, this layout can easily be adapted for almost any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Card

One of my favorite things about this project is that it teaches several techniques you can use again and again.

During today’s tutorial you’ll learn how to:

• Create an easy Vertical Z Fold card
• Stamp butterfly images using two shades of the same ink by stamping off
• Add subtle shimmer using the Golden Glow Shimmer Brush
• Keep your Designer Series Paper pattern flowing continuously across the fold
• Add layers that create interest without overwhelming the design

These are the little design choices that make handmade cards feel polished while still being simple enough to recreate with supplies you already own.

A Little Design Tip

One of my favorite details on this card isn’t actually the fold. It’s the Designer Series Paper (DSP).

Instead of cutting random pieces, I lined up the paper so the beautiful floral scene continues across both panels when the card is closed.

It’s a tiny change…but it makes the finished card feel much more intentional.

Those small details are often what elevate a card from “pretty” to “wow.”

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 11” score 4-1/4” & 7” Secret Sea CS
• 4” x 4” Old Olive CS- emboss
• 4” x 3-3/4” Basic White CS
• 3″ x 1″ Secret Sea CS- punch
• 4-1/4” x 5” Basic White stamp/die-cut/punch
• 4″ x 5-1/2″ DSP- cut strips
• Approx. 22″ Ribbon

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.

Ready to create your own?

In today’s video I’ll walk you through the entire project step by step while sharing tips for creating the fold, adding shimmer without overdoing it, and making your Designer Series Paper work even harder for you.

Watch the full tutorial below, then let me know what you think!

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Before You Go…I’d love to hear from you.

Which little design detail do you think makes the biggest difference on a handmade card?

• Fun folds
• Designer paper
• Ribbon
• Embossing

Leave me a comment below—I always enjoy hearing what inspires you most!

And if you found today’s tutorial helpful, I’d love it if you would:

• Subscribe to my YouTube channel
• Share this project with a crafty friend
• Leave a comment on the video

Your support helps more cardmakers discover CreativeLee Yours, and I truly appreciate it.

Want More Projects Like This?

If you loved this design, you’ll definitely want to check out the All-Star Video Class Tutorial Bundle.

This month, you can subscribe to the 6-month All-Star bundle and receive:

• 12 exclusive tutorials each month
• A wide variety of card styles, techniques, and layouts
• One month FREE when you subscribe (pay for 5, get 6)

It’s the best value if you enjoy having a steady stream of fresh ideas ready whenever you want to craft.

Prefer to start smaller?
You can also purchase this tutorial individually, which is a great option if you want to try one project at a time.

Check out the sneak peek of my project in this month’s Video Class! All the tutorials in this month’s Video Class will use the Moonlit Flora Suite Collection of products. Love this!

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. 

Shopping List 

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This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

Creative Experiences from Stampin’ Up!

Get a head start on your holiday crafting with the Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class! During this virtual class, you’ll create beautiful Christmas projects featuring the Pretty Poinsettia Bundle while learning tips and techniques for adding stunning detail and dimension with the coordinating Impressions Dies.

Can’t watch live? No problem! The class recording will be available so you can craft whenever it’s convenient for you.

Purchase the Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class HERE

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

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Have you ever received a handmade card and immediately thought, “I need to try that idea”?

That’s exactly what happened when I received a beautiful swap card from my friend Melanie Hockin.

One of my favorite things about being part of the stamping community is seeing creative ideas from other demonstrators and then putting my own spin on them using supplies I already have on hand.

For this project, I recreated Melanie’s design using the Wild Bunch stamp set, Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper (DSP), Shimmer Pens, and a few favorite dies from my crafty stash.

The result is a fun card that looks like a standard greeting card on the outside but opens to reveal a hidden gift card holder inside!

Why You’ll Love This Project

One of the questions I hear most often is:

“What can I do with the designer paper I already own?”

This project is a great example of how a few small pieces of designer paper can become the star of your card design.

You’ll also learn how to:

• Stamp directly on designer paper
• Color stamped images with Shimmer Pens
• Layer die-cuts for added dimension
• Create a hidden gift card holder
• Turn leftover paper into a practical design element

Whether you’re making a birthday card, thank-you card, appreciation gift, or just-because card, this design can easily be customized for the occasion.

A Hidden Surprise Inside

While the outside of the card features an adorable snail image and layered focal point, the real surprise is on the inside.

A simple pocket created from leftover designer paper transforms this card into a gift card holder. It’s a great way to make a gift card feel more personal and thoughtful without adding a lot of extra work.

I especially love projects that help us stretch our supplies and get more value from every sheet of paper.

One of My Favorite Demonstrator Perks

This card also reminds me why I love participating in demonstrator swaps.

Not only do I receive beautiful handmade cards from talented stampers around the world, but those projects often spark completely new ideas. This card started with inspiration from Melanie’s swap and evolved into something uniquely my own.

Sometimes all it takes is seeing an idea through someone else’s eyes to unlock new possibilities with the supplies sitting on your craft table.

Project Layers (Imperial)

• 4-1/4” x 5-1/2” Thick Basic White CS
• (2) ¾” x 5-1/2” DSP
• 3-1/4” x 11” Pool Party CS
• 3” x 5-1/2” DSP
• 2-1/4” x 2-1/4” Strawberry Slush CS-die cut
• 2-1/4” x 2-1/4” Basic White CS- die cut
• 3” x 1” Pool Party CS- punch
• 3” x 1-1/2” DSP
• Approx. 10” Twine

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.

Ready to see how this card comes together?

Watch the video tutorial below where I’ll walk you through the project step-by-step, including how to create the hidden gift card holder pocket, stamp directly on designer paper, and add shimmer and dimension for a finished look.

If you enjoy the project, I’d love for you to leave a comment and let me know how you would customize this design. And if you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss future cardmaking tutorials, crafty secrets, and creative inspiration.

(note if viewing this post via email subscription, you may need to click the post name to display the video)

Before you go, I’d love to hear from you. What’s your favorite way to make a gift card feel more personal—a handmade card, a special gift holder, a handwritten note, or something else entirely? Leave a comment below and let me know!

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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This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

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.

We love offering you the best in paper crafting! To do that and keep our product offering fresh, trendy, and relevant, we regularly evaluate product performance. As demand for a product changes, we’ll move products to our Last Chance Products category in the online store and begin the retiring process to make room for new products. Our Last Chance Products will be an ongoing offer, so you can shop this category at any time throughout the year!

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.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

More Than a Discount… Join the Diemonds!

Have you ever thought about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator?

Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy Gift Card Holder Card Tutorial Using Designer Paper Scraps (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

One of the most common things I hear from cardmakers is:

“I love beautiful cards, but I don’t want projects that take all afternoon.”

I completely understand.

Most of us started crafting because we enjoy the creative process—not because we wanted another complicated project added to our to-do list.

That’s exactly why I love today’s card.

This card combines the gorgeous Scenic Coast Designer Series Paper with a simple inlaid die-cut technique to create a card that looks impressive without requiring advanced skills or a long list of supplies.

The specialty paper creates the stunning sunset scene while the die-cut details add depth and interest. Together, they create a card that feels special and polished but is surprisingly easy to recreate.

Whether you’re making a birthday card, congratulations card, encouragement card, or simply sending a note to brighten someone’s day, this design can easily be adapted for a variety of occasions.

Why This Card Works

One of my favorite design principles is letting your supplies do the heavy lifting.

Instead of covering up beautiful designer paper with lots of layers, this project allows the Scenic Coast Designer Series Paper (DSP) to become the star of the show.

The inlaid die-cut sun rays add texture and dimension without making the design feel bulky or overwhelming.

The result is:

• A card that looks detailed without being difficult

• A design that works for multiple occasions

• A project that’s easy to recreate with your own favorite papers

• A great way to showcase specialty designer paper

If you’ve ever hesitated to cut into your pretty paper because you were afraid of wasting it, this project is a great reminder that beautiful paper was meant to be used and enjoyed.

A Simple Design Tip

One of the easiest ways to elevate a card is to repeat design elements throughout the project.

Notice how the sunset colors appear on the card front and again on the inside.

This simple touch creates visual continuity and makes the card feel more intentional and professionally designed.

Love This Suite?

If you enjoy today’s project, be sure to join me for my Online Workshop this Friday.

We’ll be using the same Scenic Coast Suite to create three additional cards that showcase different layouts, design ideas, and ways to use these beautiful products.

It’s a great opportunity to get even more inspiration from the suite and discover additional ways to use your supplies.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 11 Night of Navy CS
• 4” x 5-1/4” Shimmer
• 3-1/2” x 4-3/4” DSP
• (2) 3” x 3” Adhesive Sheet
• 3-1/4” x 3-1/4” Crush Curry CS die-cut
• 2” x 2” Night of Navy CS die-cut
• 2” x 2” Balmy Blue CS die-cut
• 3-1/2” x 4-3/4” Basic White CS
• 3-1/2” x 1-1/4” DSP
• Scrap DSP die-cut

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

Ready to see how this card comes together?

Watch the video tutorial below where I’ll walk you through the entire project step-by-step, including how the inlaid die-cut technique works and how you can adapt this design for birthdays, encouragement cards, congratulations cards, and more.

If you enjoy the tutorial, I’d love for you to leave a comment and let me know what you would create using this beautiful suite.

And if you’re looking for more cardmaking inspiration each week, be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss future projects, tips, and Crafty Secrets.

(note if viewing this post via email subscription, you may need to click the post name to display the video)

Did this project spark ideas for your own handmade cards? I’d love to hear how you would customize a project like this using your own favorite papers and colors.

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This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

Creative Experiences from Stampin’ Up!

Get a head start on your holiday crafting with the Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class! During this virtual class, you’ll create beautiful Christmas projects featuring the Pretty Poinsettia Bundle while learning tips and techniques for adding stunning detail and dimension with the coordinating Impressions Dies.

Can’t watch live? No problem! The class recording will be available so you can craft whenever it’s convenient for you.

Purchase the Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class HERE

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.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

We love offering you the best in paper crafting! To do that and keep our product offering fresh, trendy, and relevant, we regularly evaluate product performance. As demand for a product changes, we’ll move products to our Last Chance Products category in the online store and begin the retiring process to make room for new products. Our Last Chance Products will be an ongoing offer, so you can shop this category at any time throughout the year!

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.

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Sunset Coast Card Tutorial: Let Your Designer Paper Do the Work (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

There’s something extra special about a handmade card that feels interactive the moment someone picks it up.

Today’s project features a simple cut away front design with a hidden magnetic closure that adds just enough surprise to make the card feel unique and memorable — without requiring complicated techniques or difficult folds.

One of my favorite things about this style of card is how polished it looks while still being very approachable to recreate. The scenic sunset paper from the Scenic Coast Suite does so much of the work for you, making it easy to create a card with beautiful color, movement, and visual interest without needing lots of layers or complicated stamping.

If you’ve ever struggled with masculine cards or wondered how to make your handmade cards feel a little more special without becoming overwhelming, this is a wonderful layout to try.

This project is also a great reminder that small design choices can completely change the overall feel of a card. The offset layout and cut away front create natural movement that helps guide your eye across the design while keeping the card feeling modern and balanced.

That’s one of the things I love most about cardmaking — tiny creative decisions like placement, spacing, and layering can completely transform the emotional feel of a project.

And the best part?

Layouts like this are incredibly easy to customize using papers and colors you already own. You could easily recreate this same idea for birthdays, encouragement cards, masculine cards, retirement cards, graduation cards, and so much more simply by changing the sentiment and paper choices.

Projects like this are a wonderful reminder that creative layouts and design ideas are often more valuable than any single product collection. Great card sketches and layouts can be recreated again and again using supplies already sitting in your craft room.

That’s exactly why I love sharing projects designed to help you create with more confidence and less overwhelm — because once you understand simple design concepts, it becomes SO much easier to sit down and actually enjoy the creative process.

Project Layers (Imperial)

• 7-1/4” x 5-1/2” score at 4-1/4” Basic Beige CS
• 3” x 5-1/2” Shimmer
• 3-1/4” x 4-1/2” Highland Heather CS
• 3” x 4-1/4” DSP
• 3-1/2” x 1” score at 3” Basic Beige CS
• 2-3/4” x ¾” Basic White CS
• 3” x 1” Strawberry Slush CS- punch
• 2-7/8” x 7/8” DSP
• 3/8” x 5-1/8” DSP
• 4” x 5-1/4” Basic White CS

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.

Ready to see the project come together step by step?

Be sure to watch the full video tutorial below where I’ll walk you through creating the cut away front design, adding the hidden magnetic closure, and assembling the layered coastal details.

If you enjoy approachable cardmaking ideas that feel polished without becoming complicated, I would love for you to subscribe to my YouTube channel and join me live every Tuesday at 12:30 PM ET for a new papercrafting tutorial.

(note if viewing this post via email subscription, you may need to click the post name to display the video)

Did this project inspire you to try more interactive card layouts? Do you tend to prefer centered balanced designs or layouts with a little more movement and offset detail? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

Want More Projects Like This?

If you loved this design, you’ll definitely want to check out this months All-Star Video Class Tutorial Bundle.

Check out the sneak peek of my project in this month’s Video Class! All the tutorials in this month’s Video Class will use the Scenic Coast Suite Collection of products. Love this!

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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This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

Creative Experiences from Stampin’ Up!

Get a head start on your holiday crafting with the Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class! During this virtual class, you’ll create beautiful Christmas projects featuring the Pretty Poinsettia Bundle while learning tips and techniques for adding stunning detail and dimension with the coordinating Impressions Dies.

Can’t watch live? No problem! The class recording will be available so you can craft whenever it’s convenient for you.

Purchase the Pretty Poinsettia Craft Class HERE

We love offering you the best in paper crafting! To do that and keep our product offering fresh, trendy, and relevant, we regularly evaluate product performance. As demand for a product changes, we’ll move products to our Last Chance Products category in the online store and begin the retiring process to make room for new products. Our Last Chance Products will be an ongoing offer, so you can shop this category at any time throughout the year!

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.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

More Than a Discount… Join the Diemonds!

Have you ever thought about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator?

Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy Cut Away Front Card with Magnetic Closure (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

There’s something relaxing about coastal-inspired cards… and today’s project is a wonderful reminder that masculine cards don’t have to feel difficult or complicated to create.

This slimline card combines soft beach-inspired colors, layered Adirondack chairs, and simple details to create a polished handmade card that feels thoughtful without requiring complicated techniques.

One of my favorite things about this design is how the repeated chair elements create movement across the card front while still keeping the layout calm and balanced. The soft coastal color palette gives the card a relaxed feel that works beautifully for Father’s Day, birthdays, encouragement cards, retirement cards, and so much more.

Masculine cards are something many cardmakers struggle with because it can feel challenging to create a card that still feels interesting without relying heavily on florals or embellishments. Projects like this are a great reminder that patterned paper, layering, repetition, and color choices can do much of the work for you.

The long slimline layout also gives your focal elements room to breathe, helping the design feel open and uncluttered while still creating plenty of visual interest. And because the overall layout is fairly simple, you can easily recreate this design using different colors, sentiments, or die cuts from your own collection.

I also love that this project feels polished and creative without becoming overwhelming. Sometimes the most effective cards are simply built from thoughtful layering, cohesive colors, and repeating elements that guide the eye naturally across the design.

This week’s project also ties beautifully into this month’s All Star Tutorial Bundle featuring the Waterside Retreat Suite. If you enjoy projects with relaxing coastal inspiration, layered details, and creative cardmaking ideas, you are going to LOVE this month’s collection of tutorials.

Project Layers (Imperial)

• 8-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ Thick Basic White CS
• 8-1/8″ x 6-1/4″ Gray Granite CS
• 8″ x 3″ DSP
• 8″ x 1″ DSP
• 3″ x 1″ Gray Granite CS-punch/die-cut
• Scrap DSP-die-cut
• Misty Moonlight-die cut
• Crisp Cantaloupe-die cut
• Balmy Blue- die cut
• 8″ x 3″ Basic White CS
• 8″ x 1/2″ DSP
• Approx. 10″ Twine

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.

Ready to get started? Watch the full video tutorial below and craft along with me step-by-step.

If you enjoy approachable cardmaking ideas that help you create polished handmade cards with confidence, be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel and join me live every Tuesday at 12:30 PM ET for weekly papercrafting inspiration.

(note if viewing this post via email subscription, you may need to click the post name to display the video)

Did this project inspire you to create a masculine card from your own supplies? I’d love to hear what colors or themes you would use for this layout.

Want More Projects Like This?

If you loved this design, you’ll definitely want to check out this months All-Star Video Class Tutorial Bundle.

Check out the sneak peek of my project in this month’s Video Class! All the tutorials in this month’s Video Class will use the Waterside Retreat Suite Collection of products. Love this!

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. 

Shopping List 

167928

159229

146983

153081

167693

146982

167920

153118

147118

155475

167785

167050

149653

144107

152392

102300

152813

110755

103683

144108

This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

More Than a Discount… Join the Diemonds!

Have you ever thought about becoming a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator?

Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

And October is an especially fun time to join!

Join October 6–31 and you’ll receive $50 in Stampin’ Rewards in your Stampin’ Up! account immediately after signing up. Those rewards are yours to use within three months of joining.

And that’s on top of the benefits of being a demonstrator:

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

We love offering you the best in paper crafting! To do that and keep our product offering fresh, trendy, and relevant, we regularly evaluate product performance. As demand for a product changes, we’ll move products to our Last Chance Products category in the online store and begin the retiring process to make room for new products. Our Last Chance Products will be an ongoing offer, so you can shop this category at any time throughout the year!

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.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

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.

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy Masculine Slimline Card Tutorial with Waterside Retreat | Stampin’ Up! (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

If you love projects that are both pretty and practical…

this one is for you!

Today I’m sharing a simple Post-It note and pen holder that’s perfect for:

• quick gifts
• craft fair ideas
• or adding a little beauty to your own desk

Because sometimes the best projects aren’t just decorative…

they’re useful too.

What I love about this project is how approachable it is.

You don’t need complicated techniques or a long list of supplies.

Just a simple base, a few layers, and thoughtful details that bring it all together.

It’s the kind of project you can:

• recreate easily
• personalize with your own supplies
• and make again and again

I also had a little fun with this one and pulled in some upcoming products…

And if you’re anything like me, getting a sneak peek of what’s coming is always exciting

Projects like this are also a great reminder…

that organization doesn’t have to be boring.

It can be creative, functional, and something you actually enjoy using every day.

And if you’ve been thinking about getting your craft space more organized (without feeling overwhelmed)…

I’ll be sharing more ideas and inspiration at the Paper Crafters Get Organized Summit this weekend and would love you to join me.

Simple projects like this are a great way to:

• create something meaningful
• use what you already have
• and enjoy the process along the way

And this one is definitely worth making again and again.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 3-3/4” x 9-1/2” score 3-1/2”, 7”, 8”, 9” Basic Beige CS
• 5-3/4” x 3” score 3 sides ½” and 1” Basic Beige CS
• 3-5/8” x 3-3/8” DSP
• 3-5/8” x 1-7/8” DSP
• 2-1/2” x 1” Pearlized Specialty Paper-die cut
• 3” x 1-1/4” Cloud Cover CS- die cut
• 2-1/4” x 1-1/4” Basic White CS- die cut
• Approx. 10” and 5”

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

Ready to get started? Check out the full video tutorial to see this project come together step by step. 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.

(note if viewing this post via email subscription, you may need to click the post name to display the video)

Wasn’t that super easy?

Did this project spark any ideas for your next project? I’d love to know—what paper, colors, or theme would you try first? Drop a comment below and tell me what you’d make.

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!

Shopping List 

Upcoming Products (Available May 5, 2026)

• 167647 Scalloped Blooms Bundle
• 167551 Peaceful Pine Ribbon
• 167904 Velvet Meadow Specialty DSP
• 167766 26-28 In Color Pearlized Specialty Paper
• 167916 Dreamy Flowers

Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[164511]

Cloud Cover 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165621]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad

[147143]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

Love learning new card-making ideas? Come craft with me!

I’m excited to be teaching TWO fun folds at the FREE Stress-Free Cardmaking Summit, happening October 2–4!

Join 12 cardmakers for three days of creative inspiration featuring 14 card-making tutorials, with projects designed using five main supplies or less. I’ll be joining the fun on Sunday with my Vertical Z-Fold and Triple Panel Pop-Up—two impressive folds that are easier to make than they look!

Your free ticket really is FREE and gives you access to all 14 prerecorded video tutorials during their free viewing periods. You’ll also have the option to upgrade to the Ultimate Cardmaking Bundle if you’d like lifetime access, live classes, bonuses and more.

GRAB YOUR FREE TICKET

Awesome April is BACK!

For a limited time, you can turn your order into FREE crafting goodies!

When you shop with me April 1–30, you’ll earn FREE retired Stampin’ Up! products from my personal stash (and yes… bundles are included ).

• Spend $35 → Choose 1 FREE item
• Spend $70 → Choose 2 FREE items
• Spend $105 → Choose 3 FREE items
• Spend $140 → Choose 4 FREE items
• Spend $150+ → Get 5 FREE items (includes BONUS!)

No limits—the more you shop, the more you earn!

But don’t wait…

This is first come, first served, and the most popular items (especially bundles!) go FAST every year.

• Step 1: Shop your favorites HERE
• Step 2: Browse the stash + details HERE

Once you place your order, simply email me at wendy@creativeleeyours.com your wishlist and I’ll take care of the rest!

2026 Holiday Paper & Ribbon Shares Are Open!

Love the new papers but don’t want to commit to full packs before you know which ones you’ll use most?

My Holiday Paper Share lets you sample 68 sheets from 15 new paper packs—giving you plenty of fresh creative possibilities without buying them all.

Want even more variety? Add the Ribbon Share for 24 yards of new ribbon and you’ll also unlock a BONUS Specialty Papers Gift!

• Paper Share: $50
• Ribbon Add-On: $27
• USPS shipping included
• Registration closes August 30

 Be sure to check out all the details and register HERE.

(US residents only. Shares ship late September.).

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.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy DIY Post-It Note & Pen Holder – Cute Giftable Craft Idea (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

If you’ve ever looked at your pile of scrap paper and thought…

“I should use this… but I don’t know how”—

you’re not alone.

One of the biggest frustrations in card making isn’t not having enough supplies…

it’s not knowing how to use what you already have.

And that’s exactly what today’s project is going to help you with.

This card is designed to help you:

• use up your scrap paper
• create something beautiful without overthinking
• add interest without adding bulk

Instead of covering your entire layer with pattern paper…

we’re using smaller strips and leaving intentional white space.

That one small shift makes a BIG difference.

In this project, I’m also adding a simple detail that elevates the design: scoring

It’s subtle… but it adds texture and draws your eye exactly where you want it.

And it’s one of the easiest ways to make a card feel more finished—without adding extra layers.

And if you love projects like this…

I’ll be teaching 3 more layouts using this same bundle in my FREE online workshop this Friday!

PLUS — with the double rewards happening this week…

it’s the perfect time to grab what you need and get rewarded for it.

• Every $35 = FREE item (Awesome April)
• Double rewards (limited time!)

It’s the best time to order.

You don’t need more supplies.

You just need a better way to use what you already have.

And this is a great place to start.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 8-1/2” x 5-1/2” Peach Pie CS
• 4” x 5-1/4” DSP
• 3-1/2” x 4-3/4” Fresh Freesia CS- die cut
• 3” x 4-1/4” Basic White CS
• (2) 2-7/8” x 1-1/2” DSP
• Scrap Lunar Lustre- die cut
• Scrap Wood Grain Wonders- die cut
• 4” x 5-1/4” Basic White CS
• Scrap DSP
• Approx. 10” Linen Thread

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

Ready to get started? Check out the full video tutorial to see the card come together step by step. 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.

(note if viewing this post via email subscription, you may need to click the post name to display the video)

Wasn’t that super easy?

Did this layout spark any ideas for your next card? I’d love to know—what paper, colors, or theme would you try first? Drop a comment below and tell me what you’d make.

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!

Shopping List 

Help Me Grow Bundle (English)

[167167]

Peach Pie 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[163799]

Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155613]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

Lovely & Beautiful 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[166957]

Lunar Lustre 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper

[167199]

Wood Grain Wonders 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[167428]

Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad

[155611]

Linen Thread

[104199]

Pearlized Faceted Circles

[166978]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Perennial Postage Dies

[162607]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Simply Scored

[122334]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Double Rewards — Limited Time!

From April 15–17, you’ll earn 2x Stampin’ Rewards on your order.

If your wish list has been growing, this is a great time to place your order and earn even more rewards to use later.

Shop here

Rewards apply to qualifying orders. Offer ends April 17.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

Awesome April is BACK!

For a limited time, you can turn your order into FREE crafting goodies!

When you shop with me April 1–30, you’ll earn FREE retired Stampin’ Up! products from my personal stash (and yes… bundles are included ).

• Spend $35 → Choose 1 FREE item
• Spend $70 → Choose 2 FREE items
• Spend $105 → Choose 3 FREE items
• Spend $140 → Choose 4 FREE items
• Spend $150+ → Get 5 FREE items (includes BONUS!)

No limits—the more you shop, the more you earn!

But don’t wait…

This is first come, first served, and the most popular items (especially bundles!) go FAST every year.

• Step 1: Shop your favorites HERE
• Step 2: Browse the stash + details HERE

Once you place your order, simply email me at wendy@creativeleeyours.com your wishlist and I’ll take care of the rest!

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.

Love learning new card-making ideas? Come craft with me!

I’m excited to be teaching TWO fun folds at the FREE Stress-Free Cardmaking Summit, happening October 2–4!

Join 12 cardmakers for three days of creative inspiration featuring 14 card-making tutorials, with projects designed using five main supplies or less. I’ll be joining the fun on Sunday with my Vertical Z-Fold and Triple Panel Pop-Up—two impressive folds that are easier to make than they look!

Your free ticket really is FREE and gives you access to all 14 prerecorded video tutorials during their free viewing periods. You’ll also have the option to upgrade to the Ultimate Cardmaking Bundle if you’d like lifetime access, live classes, bonuses and more.

GRAB YOUR FREE TICKET

2026 Holiday Paper & Ribbon Shares Are Open!

Love the new papers but don’t want to commit to full packs before you know which ones you’ll use most?

My Holiday Paper Share lets you sample 68 sheets from 15 new paper packs—giving you plenty of fresh creative possibilities without buying them all.

Want even more variety? Add the Ribbon Share for 24 yards of new ribbon and you’ll also unlock a BONUS Specialty Papers Gift!

• Paper Share: $50
• Ribbon Add-On: $27
• USPS shipping included
• Registration closes August 30

 Be sure to check out all the details and register HERE.

(US residents only. Shares ship late September.).

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

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

*****

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

-Kathleen L

*****

“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

CreativeLee Yours,

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.
• Keep up to date with all my upcoming events by JOINING MY EMAIL LIST. You receive a FREE PDF tutorial when you subscribe as my gift 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 with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy Scrap Paper Card Idea That Looks Beautiful (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

If you love cards with lots of texture and detail, this one is going to catch your eye.

At first glance, it looks like there are a lot of pieces and layers involved — but once you break it down, it’s actually very manageable and fun to create.

For this card, I started with a neutral base and built up layers using embossed die-cut banners. The texture from the Lazy Daisy 3D Embossing Folder adds just the right amount of interest without overwhelming the design.

From there, I added die-cut flowers and stems using the Sweet Bugs dies, along with a simple stamped sentiment to bring everything together.

One of my favorite parts of this design is how the layers work together to create a polished look — while still keeping the process approachable.

And the inside ties everything together with a coordinating embossed strip and a simple sentiment, making it feel complete without adding extra complexity.

If you’ve ever looked at a card like this and thought:

“I love it… but I don’t know if I could make it”

You’re not alone.

The key is breaking it down into simple steps and building one layer at a time.

And if you’d rather not figure it out on your own…

Join Me Live This Friday

This card is one of this month’s Diemonds team make-n-takes.

I’ll be teaching the other three projects during my Online Workshop this Friday at 11:30am ET inside my Private Facebook Group.

You’re invited to create with us live — or catch the replay.

Join me Here

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 11” Basic Beige CS
• 4” x 4-1/4” Basic Beige CS- die cut/emboss
• 3-7/8” x 5-1/8” Basic Beige CS
• 3” x 2-1/4” Basic White CS- die cut
• 2-3/4” x 3-1/2” Old Olive CS- die cut
• 2-1/8” x 1” Peach Pie CS- die cut
• 2-3/4” x 1” Daffodil Delight CS- die cut
• Scrap Early Espresso CS-die cut
• 1-1/2” x 1-3/4” Basic White CS- stamp/die cut
• 4” x 5-1/4” Basic White CS
• 4” x ¾” Basic Beige CS- emboss

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

Ready to get started? Check out the full video tutorial to see the card come together step by step. 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 layout spark any ideas for your next card? I’d love to know—what paper, colors, or theme would you try first? Drop a comment below and tell me what you’d make.

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!

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Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

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Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

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.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

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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!

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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!

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White on white cards are one of my favorite styles for creating elegant handmade cards. By layering shades of white cardstock and adding just a small pop of color, you can create a design that feels both clean and eye-catching. Do you happen to recognize this layout?

Today’s project is actually a reimagined version of a card (pictured on right) I originally shared in April of 2024 (see the original post HERE). The dies I used for that card have since retired, but I’ve recreated the same beautiful effect using an inlaid die cut technique with the Pretty Florals Dies.

The result is a white on white card with a pop of Petunia Pop color showing through the design — and the technique can easily be recreated using dies you already own.

Why This Technique is Useful

One question I hear often from cardmakers is:

“What do I do when the dies used in a project are no longer available?”

Instead of recreating the card exactly the same way, sometimes the solution is to recreate the appearance using a different technique.

In this case, the inlaid die cut technique allows us to create the illusion of a detailed cut-out design while still using dies that are currently available.

This approach is a great way to:

• stretch the supplies you already own
• recreate looks you love
• build your creative problem-solving skills

Card Design Details

For this version of the project, I kept the same elegant layered look but made a few changes.

The card features:

• layered white cardstock panels
• a soft vellum layer for added texture
• a bold Petunia Pop color showing through the floral design
• an inlaid floral die cut for dimension and detail

The result is a clean and elegant card design that works for many occasions.

White on white cards are a beautiful way to create elegant handmade cards without needing a lot of supplies.

By adding just a small pop of color behind the design, the card instantly becomes more eye-catching while still keeping the soft layered look.

I hope this project inspires you to look at your dies in new ways and experiment with techniques that help you stretch your supplies.

Project Layers (Imperial)

• 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” Thick Basic White CS
• (2) 4-3/4” x 3-1/2” Vellum
• (2) 4-1/4” x 3” Basic White CS
• 4” x 2-3/4” Basic White CS- die cut
• 2” x 6-1/2” Thick Basic White CS
• 2-5/8” x 2-5/8” Petunia Pop CS

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 stunning project in my Tuesday YouTube PREMIER. Follow along at your own pace, and get inspired to create your own white on whote cards!

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.

(note if viewing this post via email subscription, you may need to click the post name to display the video)

Did this spark new ideas for your next project?
Maybe:

• Maybe a Specialty Paper you’d love to try
• A sentiment swap you’re already imagining
• Or an occasion this project would be perfect for

I’d love to hear what you would create with this design—leave a comment below and tell me what caught your eye.

Don’t forget to join me for some 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 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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This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase.

Live in the US…CLICK HERE to shop my online store and have your Stampin’ Up! supplies shipped straight to your door!

Don’t forget: Orders of $20 or more now earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards—just make sure you’re logged into your account and have opted into the rewards program at checkout. Stampin’ Up! tracks your rewards for you!

Need some assistance placing your order? No problem!

Call/text me at 336-671-1959 or send me a message on Facebook. I am happy to help.

Grab This Month’s $5 Product of the Month!

Want a fun bonus with your order? When you spend $75+, Stampin’ Up! lets you add this month’s Product of the Month for just $5 — and it’s an item you can’t get anywhere else!

It’s limited, exclusive, and the perfect little extra to treat yourself while you craft.

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.

Make Time to Create—Without Having to Plan It All First

You love making beautiful cards. But sometimes the hardest part isn’t the creating—it’s finding the time, choosing a project, gathering all the right supplies, cutting everything and figuring out where to begin.

Cultivated Creativity takes care of the planning and prep so you can get to the part you actually love: creating.

A Little Winter Wonder. A Lot of Creative Joy.

November’s creative escape features the Winter Adventures Bundle from Stampin’ Up!, with beautiful winter-inspired projects that bring soft textures, thoughtful layers, and a little sparkle together.

We’ll create 4 handmade cards + 1 giftable project, including an easy Z-fold. You’ll discover creative ways to use mulberry paper, add soft, feathery edges, and build beautiful dimension with simple design choices—ideas you can carry into your own crafting long after winter.

Everything is thoughtfully designed and much of the prep work is already done for you, so you can spend less time figuring out what to make and more time enjoying the creative process and making each project your own.

Registration: October 21–November 20, 2026
While supplies last.

JOIN CULTIVATED CREATIVITY

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Whether you’re looking to save on the products you already love, be the first to see new releases, or simply become part of a welcoming creative community, becoming a Diemond might be exactly what you’re looking for.

• Shop at a discount
• Early access to new products
• Exclusive demonstrator resources
• A supportive community that encourages you every step of the way

Whether you’re a hobby stamper or dreaming of building a business, there’s a place for you here.

Join the Diemonds and enjoy the benefits of being part of the Stampin’ Up! family. Discover what it’s really like to be part of the Diemonds.

Questions? I’d love to help! wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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

*****

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