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.

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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. 

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.

Creating with Scenic Coast

Love the versatility of the Scenic Coast Suite? Stampin’ Up! is hosting a virtual Scenic Coast Craft Class on June 18 where you’ll explore four different paper crafting styles — shabby chic, artful, traditional, and modern — while creating beautiful projects with guidance from a Stampin’ Up! product expert.

Can’t attend live? No worries! The class is recorded so you can watch and create at your own pace.

Purchase the Scenic Coast 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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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

What are you waiting for?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions? Contact me today at wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials 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 

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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.

This might be exactly what you’ve been needing…

More creative time.
More inspiration.
More connection.

And this month, there’s a pretty amazing bonus when you join.

May offer available for a limited time. U.S. residents only.

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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials 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.

There’s something extra special about a card that surprises you when it opens.

Today’s butterfly fun fold combines rich floral patterns, layered butterflies, and interactive details to create a card that feels elegant and impressive — while still being simple enough to recreate at home.

One of my favorite things about this design is the movement. By layering multiple butterflies with dimensionals and adding touches of Wink of Stella, the card almost feels alive in your hands when the light catches all the sparkle.

Projects like this are wonderful when you want your handmade cards to feel a little more meaningful and memorable for the person receiving them. The interactive fold and dimensional details instantly make the design feel more special without requiring complicated techniques or hours at your craft table.

And the best part?

You can easily recreate this same idea using different papers, colors, and stamped images from your own stash to create completely different looks.

I also love how the rich Secret Sea cardstock grounds the design and allows the floral papers and butterflies to really stand out. Small details like layering, contrast, sparkle, and movement can completely change the feel of a handmade card — and this project is a great example of how those little touches work together to create something that feels polished and intentional.

Love projects with interactive details like this?

My next CreativeLee Yours Bingo event is packed with inspiration, creative projects, prizes, and crafty fun — and projects like this are exactly the kind of creativity we’ll be celebrating together.

Registration is now open, and recent events have filled VERY quickly!

See Details HERE

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 8-1/2” x 5-1/2” score 2-1/8” & 4-1/4” Secret Sea CS
• 4” x 5-1/4” DSP
• 1-7/8” x 5-1/4” DSP
• 5-1/2” x 2-3/4” score 2-3/4” Secret Sea CS
• 2-1/2” x 2-1/2” DSP
• (2) 2-1/2” x 2-1/2” Basic White CS
• (3) 3” x 3” Basic White CS- punch
• 2-1/2” x 2-1/4” Soft Sea Foam CS- die cut
• 2” x 1-1/2” Basic White CS
• Approx. 15” 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 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)

I hope this project inspires you to play with layers, movement, and interactive details in your own crafting

Sometimes the smallest touches — like dimension, sparkle, or an unexpected fold — are what make a handmade card feel truly memorable.

Did this layout spark any ideas for your next card? Do you prefer simple designs—or ones with more layers and detail? I’d love to hear what you’re working on.

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 

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Soft Sea Foam 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Moonlit Flora 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

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

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Dewdrops Embellishments

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Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad

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Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad

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Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

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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 might be exactly what you’ve been needing…

More creative time.
More inspiration.
More connection.

And this month, there’s a pretty amazing bonus when you join.

May offer available for a limited time. U.S. residents only.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

The fun begins Saturday June 27, 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 June 13, 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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Elegant Butterfly Fun Fold Card Tutorial with Moonlit Flora DSP (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

The new colors are here… and I couldn’t wait to start creating with them.

But if you’re anything like me (or many of my customers), you might love the new colors…

and still find yourself wondering:

“I love them… but how do I use them?”

you’re not alone.

That’s exactly what today’s project is designed to solve.

WHY THIS PROJECT WORKS

Instead of trying to come up with a brand-new design for every card…

this project uses one simple layout that you can repeat again and again.

That means:

• less overthinking
• more finished cards
• better use of your supplies

Just a clean, elegant card you can recreate again and again.

PROJECT DESIGN BREAKDOWN

These cards all start with:

• A clean white card base
• A layered square panel for structure
• Soft color added to the background using blending on specialty paper

Then I added:

• A small ribbon + embellishment for a finished look
• A black & white focal image (fussy cut vases) for contrast
• A simple sentiment in black

DON’T FORGET THE INSIDE

I kept the inside simple by adding:

• A small strip of coordinating paper
• A clean white writing space
• Just enough detail to tie everything together.

WHY THIS COLOR STRATEGY WORKS

If you’re unsure how to use new colors, this is one of the easiest approaches:

• keep your base neutral
• let the color shine in the background
• use black & white for contrast

This keeps your cards looking polished without needing to figure out complicated color combinations.

CREATE MULTIPLE CARDS WITH ONE IDEA

One of my favorite parts of this project?

Every card you see here uses the same layout.

The only thing that changed:

• the color
• the paper
• the small details

And yet… each one feels completely different.

THIS IS HOW YOU GET MORE FROM YOUR SUPPLIES

Instead of using a piece of paper once and moving on…

this method helps you:

• use more of your DSP
• create multiple cards quickly
• build confidence in your designs

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Thick Basic White CS
• 3″ x 3″ Specialty Paper
• 3-3/8″ x 3-3/8″ DSP
• 2″ x 1/2″ Specialty Paper
• 2″ x 3/4″ DSP
• 3-3/8″ x 4-5/8″ Basic White CS
• Scrap DSP
• Approx. 3-1/2″ 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 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? Do you prefer simple designs—or ones with more layers and detail? I’d love to hear what you’re working on.

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 

Balloon Festoon Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[167602]

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

[159229]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

Irresistible Designs 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[165305]

2026–2028 In Color 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Pearlized Specialty Paper

[167766]

Artisan Sketched Garden 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[167752]

Crisp Cantaloupe Classic Stampin Pad

[167680]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Crisp Cantaloupe 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon

[167552]

2026–2028 In Color Dots

[167546]

Blending Brushes

[153611]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

This might be exactly what you’ve been needing…

More creative time.
More inspiration.
More connection.

And this month, there’s a pretty amazing bonus when you join.

May offer available for a limited time. U.S. residents only.

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy Cardmaking Idea with New In Colors-Simple Layout You’ll Use Again & Again (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

Simple Doesn’t Have to Mean Boring. If you’ve ever sat down to create and thought…

“I want something simple… but I don’t want it to look plain…”

you’re not alone.

It’s one of the most common struggles I hear. And it’s exactly why I love this project.

WHY THIS WORKS

This design gives you:

• a clean, elegant look
• a layout you can repeat
• and just enough detail to make it feel special

Without adding extra time or complexity.

And if you’ve ever needed to make a lot of cards at once…

this is the kind of design that saves you.

(I’ll be making 192 of these for my upcoming kits)

Let’s Talk About the Layers

This card may look detailed—but it’s built on simple pieces:

• A clean white card base
• A strip of pearlized paper for soft shimmer
• A 3″ x 4″ piece of designer series paper (DSP)
• A stamped + heat embossed vellum overlay

That vellum layer is what really elevates the design. It softens the pattern underneath and gives it that polished, finished look.

The Trick That Makes This Work

If you’ve ever used vellum before, you know the struggle…

adhesive showing through.

So in this project, I show you how to use an adhesive sheet behind your DSP so the vellum adheres cleanly—without any visible glue.

It’s one of those small changes that makes a big difference.

Same Layout… Endless Possibilities

One of my favorite parts of this design?

You can use this same layout with:

• different patterns
• different colors
• different sentiments

And it feels like a completely new card every time.

That means:

• less overthinking
• more creating
• better use of your supplies

Why You’ll Love This

This project is perfect if you:

• want to create without overthinking every detail
• need a design you can repeat easily
• want simple cards that still feel beautiful and thoughtful

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 11” Thick Basic White CS
• 3-1/2” x ½” Basic White CS
• 1” x 1-1/2” Peaceful Pine CS-die cut
• (2) 4” x ¾” Pearlized Specialty Paper
• 1” x 1” Pearlized Specialty Paper-die cut
• (2) 3-3/4” x 5” Vellum
• 3” x 4” DSP
• 3” x 4-1/4” Basic White CS

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—including the vellum adhesive trick and ways to switch up the design.. 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? Do you prefer simple designs—or ones with more layers and detail? I’d love to hear what you’re working on.

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 White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[159229]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

Vellum 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper

[167099]

Versamark Pad

[102283]

Basics Wow! Embossing Powder

[165679]

Pearlized Faceted Circles

[166978]

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

[129053]

Embossing Additions Tool Kit

[159971]

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[150673]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

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.

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!

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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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

What are you waiting for?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions? Contact me today at wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Simple Elegant Handmade Card You Can Mass Produce Without It Looking Basic (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.

FREE Paper Crafter’s Get Organized Summit | April 24-26, 2026

If your craft space feels more overwhelming than inspiring, this free 3-day event will help you simplify your supplies, find what you need faster, and finally enjoy your creative time again.

Claim your FREE ticket and take the first step toward a calmer, more creative space.

2026 Summer Paper & Ribbon Shares

Can’t wait to dive into all the new Stampin’ Up! spring goodies? My Paper & Ribbon Shares are the perfect way to sample all the new Designer Series Papers and ribbons without breaking the bank. Plus—you’ll get a BONUS Specialty Paper Gift when you grab both!

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

(US residents only).

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials 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.

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

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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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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post How to Make an Embossed Layered Card with Die Cuts-Easy Handmade Card Idea (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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

What are you waiting for?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions? Contact me today at wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Elegant White on White Card with a Pop of Color Using an Inlaid Die Cut Technique (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

Have you ever looked at packaging from your crafting supplies and thought, “I bet I could use that for something!”

In today’s project, I’m sharing a treat and gift card holder that repurposes packaging you might normally toss away. This fun design holds five Merci chocolates and a gift card, making it perfect for spring gifting, teacher appreciation, or a sweet surprise for a friend.

For this project, I combined products from the Cute as a Bug Suite with the Homemade Sweetness Designer Series Paper (DSP) and Filled with Sweetness Dies to create a bright, cheerful design.

Project Inspiration

I originally shared a similar idea at Kevin’s Winter Retreat this past January, and the response was incredible. Many attendees loved the concept of turning everyday packaging into a functional project.

Today I’m showing a new variation using the adorable ladybug paper and bright spring colors.

This version uses:

• A Flirty Flamingo card base
• Layers of Strawberry Slush cardstock
• Homemade Sweetness Designer Series Paper (DSP) with ladybugs and flowers
• Dies from the Sweet Bugs bundle and Filled with Sweetness Dies

What This Project Holds

This design creates a treat and gift card holder in one project.

Inside the cello bag are:

• Five Merci chocolates
• A decorative ribbon belly band to hold everything in place

On the back, a pocket holds a gift card, making it perfect for birthdays, thank-you gifts, or spring celebrations.

Clever Crafty Tip

One of my favorite parts of this project is repurposing the clear packaging from Stampin’ Dimensionals to hold the chocolates.

Instead of tossing it away, it becomes the perfect container for treats inside the card!

Little creative solutions like this help you stretch your supplies and reduce waste while making something beautiful.

I hope this project inspires you to look at everyday packaging in a new way and turn it into something creative.

If you enjoy clever crafting ideas like this, be sure to check out the video tutorial and let me know what you think in the comments!

Project Layers (Imperial)

• 5-1/4” x 3-3/4” Flirty Flamingo CS
• 4-7/8” x 3-3/8” Strawberry Slush CS
• 4-3/4” x 3-1/4” DSP
• 1-1/2” x 1-3/4” Basic White CS- die cut
• 1-1/4” x 2-1/2” Lemon Lime Twist CS- die cut
• 3” x 1” Basic Black CS- die cut
• 2-1/4” x 2-3/4” Strawberry Slush CS- die cut
• 4-7/8” x 4-3/8” score at 3-3/8” Strawberry Slush CS
• 4-3/4” x 2-1/2” DSP
• Approx. 19” Ribbon
• Approx. 12” 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.

Want to give this one a try? I showed how to create this fun project in my Tuesday YouTube PREMIER. Follow along at your own pace, and get inspired to create your Treat & Gift Card Holders!

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:

• A different Designer Series 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!

All-Star Tutorial Bundle

The Cute as a Bug suite is also the featured suite in this month’s All-Star Video Tutorial Bundle.

You can get the full bundle of tutorials:

• FREE with a $50 order in my online store
  or
• Purchase the bundle for $15 in my tutorial store.

These tutorials include multiple project ideas using the suite so you can get even more inspiration from your supplies.

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 Cute As A Bug 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.

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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post DIY Treat & Gift Card Holder | Repurpose Packaging for a Cute Spring Gift (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

If you’ve ever wanted to make a shaped card that feels special but still practical to produce in multiples, this jar shaped card tutorial is for you.

Inside this month’s Cultivated Creativity membership, we’re focusing on efficient die use and stretching your Designer Series Paper (DSP) — and this jar card is our bonus project to reinforce both.

Using the Filled with Sweetness dies from the Homemade Sweetness suite, I created a full jar shaped card base from solid cardstock. Then I layered a second jar front cut from Designer Series Paper (DSP) to add pattern and interest without complicating the design.

The lid is die cut from a coordinating DSP print and wrapped with twine for texture. A simple white die-cut label holds the stamped sentiment and heart detail, finished with Frosted Dots for dimension and Wink of Stella sparkle.

On the inside, I kept it clean:
• A punched circle
• Coordinating sentiment
• A subtle strip of DSP
• A touch of shimmer on the hearts

Why This Design Works

This jar shaped card tutorial isn’t just about making something cute.

It’s about:
• Planning your DSP cuts strategically
• Using multiple label dies to speed up production
• Designing a card that can be batch created efficiently

I made 192 of these cards — and the key was working smarter, not harder.

Inside Cultivated Creativity, we build that kind of skill month by month. Not just pretty projects — but intentional growth.

A Confidence Tip

If Designer Series Paper ever makes you hesitate, try this:

Commit to one layout and change only the paper.

When you remove the pressure of “designing from scratch,” you give yourself permission to create freely — and that’s where confidence grows.

Whether you’re making one card or a whole stack, this project proves that simple layouts + beautiful paper = cards you’ll love every time.

If you’ve been holding onto your patterned paper waiting for the “perfect” project — this is it.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Misty Moonlight or Strawberry Slush CS- die cut
• 4″ x 4-1/2″ DSP- die-cut
• 4-1/2″ x 1-1/2″ DSP- die cut
• 3″ x 2-1/4″ Basic White CS- die cut
• 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″ Basic White CS-punch
• Approx. 16″ twine

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!

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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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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

What are you waiting for?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions? Contact me today at wendy@creativeleeyours.com

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Jar Shaped Card Tutorial | How to Make a DSP Layered Jar Card with Dies (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

If you’ve ever searched for a vellum card base tutorial and felt intimidated, you’re not alone. Vellum creates a soft, elegant look — but knowing how to use it without adhesive showing through makes all the difference.

Today I’m sharing how to create a vellum card base the easy way — with smart layering that hides adhesive while keeping the design clean and polished.

This card features the Nature Walk Designer Series Paper and Natural Hues Textured Specialty Paper, layered simply for an elegant, masculine-friendly look.

Why Use a Vellum Card Base?

• Adds softness without extra bulk
• Creates a high-end, boutique feel
• Works beautifully for simple, neutral designs
• Makes your card feel “different” without complicated folds

If you love clean and classic projects, this is a technique worth mastering.

The Layering Strategy

Here’s the key:

Instead of placing adhesive randomly and hoping for the best, we intentionally place adhesive:

• Behind layered Designer Series Paper (DSP)
• Under the die-cut sentiment banner
• Behind embellishments

That way, nothing shows through the vellum.

Simple shift. Big difference.

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

Thinking About Becoming a Demonstrator?

Demonstrators get early access to new products, team inspiration projects, and monthly creative challenges like this one.

If you’ve ever considered joining, this is a great time to explore it.

Learn more here

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 8-1/2” x 5-1/2” Vellum
• 4-1/2” x 3-1/2” Basic White CS
• 4” x 5-1/4” DSP
• 2-3/4” x 3-3/4” Basic White CS
• ¾” x 3-3/4” Textured Specialty Paper
• 3” x 4” Basic White CS
• 1-7/8” x 3-3/4” DSP
• 3” x 4” Basic White CS
• 3” x 1” Basic White CS-die cut
•  1” x 1-3/4” Pecan Pie CS-die cut
• Approx. 2” of 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 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? This simple vellum card base technique works beautifully with layered Designer Series Paper. 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 

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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.

It’s Time to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons!

If you earned Bonus Days coupons in January, now’s the fun part — you can redeem them through February 28!

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.

Online Bingo Card Class Fun

Have you given my Bingo event a try yet? Don’t miss all the fun, fellowship and prizes…grab a friend (or several) and join us for an afternoon of creativity, laughter, and celebration. This is not your typical Card Class- this is a whole lot more fun! Click HERE to learn more.

Registration Closes March 7, 2026 (while spots last)

This might be exactly what you’ve been needing…

More creative time.
More inspiration.
More connection.

And this month, there’s a pretty amazing bonus when you join.

May offer available for a limited time. U.S. residents only.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

FREE Paper Crafter’s Get Organized Summit | April 24-26, 2026

If your craft space feels more overwhelming than inspiring, this free 3-day event will help you simplify your supplies, find what you need faster, and finally enjoy your creative time again.

Claim your FREE ticket and take the first step toward a calmer, more creative space.

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Vellum Card Base Tutorial: How to Create an Elegant Nature Walk Card (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

There’s something special about getting your hands on new products before anyone else.

Today’s card is a sneak peek of the beautiful Garden Poetry Suite — and it’s also a glimpse into what we’ll be creating together at my upcoming March Bingo event.

This card starts with a clean, thick white base and layers in rich color, texture, and dimension. By adding a narrower folded panel to the front, we create a subtle “fun fold” feel without making the card complicated. It’s interactive, but still elegant and easy to mail.

The combination of:

• Garden Poetry Designer Series Paper
• Garden Textured Specialty Paper
• The Paradise Garden bundle
• A bold banner sentiment
• Layered geometric die cuts

creates a focal point that feels thoughtful and polished without being fussy.

What I love most about this design is how approachable it is.

There are no difficult techniques.
No complicated measurements.
No overwhelming steps.

Just smart layering, intentional placement, and letting beautiful paper do the work.

And that’s the heart of what I teach.

Why You’ll Want to Recreate This Card

You’ll love this layout if:

• You want a card that feels interactive without being complicated
• You enjoy layering without bulk
• You like mixing geometric shapes with florals
• You want something polished but totally doable

This is also a layout you can adapt easily:

• Change the sentiment
• Swap colors
• Use what you already own

It’s versatile and confidence-building.

March Bingo Registration Is Now Open

These are the exact products we’ll be featuring during March Bingo Card Class.

If you’ve never joined one of my Bingo events before, here’s what you can expect:

• Guided cardmaking
• Prizes
• Community
• Creative momentum
• An afternoon that feels like you needed it

Spots are limited and my Bingo events have consistently sold out.

If this sounds like your kind of creative experience, I encourage you to register early.

These Garden Poetry products are currently available on demonstrator pre-order.

If getting early access to new products sounds exciting, joining my team is one way to do exactly that.

No pressure. Just an option.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4” x 5-1/2” Thick Basic White CS
• 3-1/4” x 11” Crushed Curry CS
• 3” x 5-1/2” DSP
• 3” x 5-1/2” Basic White CS
• 3” x ½” DSP
• 2-1/4” x 6” Specialty Paper- die cut 3
• 4” x 1-1/2” Basic White CS- die cut banner
• 5” x 3-1/4” Basic White CS- stamp/die cut
• Approx. 7” 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 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 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!

Shopping List 

Additional Stampin’ Up! supplies coming March 3, 2026:

• 167121 Paradise Garden Bundle
• 167125 Garden Textures Specialty Paper
• 167113 Garden Poetry DSP

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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.

It’s Time to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons!

If you earned Bonus Days coupons in January, now’s the fun part — you can redeem them through February 28!

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.

Online Bingo Card Class Fun

Have you given my Bingo event a try yet? Don’t miss all the fun, fellowship and prizes…grab a friend (or several) and join us for an afternoon of creativity, laughter, and celebration. This is not your typical Card Class- this is a whole lot more fun! Click HERE to learn more.

Registration Closes March 7, 2026 (while spots last)

This might be exactly what you’ve been needing…

More creative time.
More inspiration.
More connection.

And this month, there’s a pretty amazing bonus when you join.

May offer available for a limited time. U.S. residents only.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

FREE Paper Crafter’s Get Organized Summit | April 24-26, 2026

If your craft space feels more overwhelming than inspiring, this free 3-day event will help you simplify your supplies, find what you need faster, and finally enjoy your creative time again.

Claim your FREE ticket and take the first step toward a calmer, more creative space.

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post How to Make a Garden Poetry Fun Fold Card (Sneak Peek + Bingo Reveal!) (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

Sometimes the hardest part of cardmaking isn’t the cutting or stamping —
it’s deciding which paper to use and trusting that it will all come together.

This week’s project is a perfect reminder that great design doesn’t require complicated steps. With one simple layout and the Easter Joy Designer Series Paper, I created six different peekaboo cards — each one a little different, and each one just as charming as the next.

Why This Design Works

This peekaboo card layout is intentionally simple:

• One thick white card base
• One embossed color layer for subtle texture
• One square of patterned paper with a circle cut from the center

By flipping and repositioning the circle, you let the paper do the work for you. The result feels polished, playful, and balanced — without overthinking placement or color choices.

A Confidence Tip

If Designer Series Paper ever makes you hesitate, try this:

Commit to one layout and change only the paper.

When you remove the pressure of “designing from scratch,” you give yourself permission to create freely — and that’s where confidence grows.

A Little Bonus for My Cultivated Creativity Members

This project is extra special to me because it’s also the bonus project for my Cultivated Creativity members for the February kit.

Cultivated Creativity is my monthly cardmaking program where we focus on simple layouts, beautiful details, and stress-free creativity. Each month includes curated projects designed to help you create more confidently—without feeling overwhelmed or short on time.

This bonus card was created to show how one layout can stretch beautifully across different papers and color palettes, giving you multiple looks without extra work.

If you love projects like this and want more creative inspiration delivered to you each month, February registration is open now, with limited spots available.

(And if now isn’t the right time, that’s okay too—just enjoy the inspiration here and tuck the idea away for later)

Whether you’re making one card or a whole stack, this project proves that simple layouts + beautiful paper = cards you’ll love every time.

If you’ve been holding onto your patterned paper waiting for the “perfect” project — this is it.

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 4-1/4″ x 11″ Thick Basic White CS
• 4″ x 5-1/4″ Coordinating CS
• 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ DSP
• 3″ x 3″ Basic White CS
• 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White CS
• 3-1/2″ x 5/8″ 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.

Ready to get started? Check out the full video tutorial to see the card come together step by step and explore all six variations. 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 

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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.

It’s Time to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons!

If you earned Bonus Days coupons in January, now’s the fun part — you can redeem them through February 28!

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 might be exactly what you’ve been needing…

More creative time.
More inspiration.
More connection.

And this month, there’s a pretty amazing bonus when you join.

May offer available for a limited time. U.S. residents only.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

FREE Paper Crafter’s Get Organized Summit | April 24-26, 2026

If your craft space feels more overwhelming than inspiring, this free 3-day event will help you simplify your supplies, find what you need faster, and finally enjoy your creative time again.

Claim your FREE ticket and take the first step toward a calmer, more creative space.

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post How to Create a Peekaboo Card Using Designer Series Paper (6 Easy Variations) (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

Fun fold cards don’t have to be complicated to feel special — and today’s project is proof of that.

This Pretty Peacock fun fold card keeps the outside clean and classic, but once you open it, you’ll find a hidden pocket that’s perfect for holding a gift card, cash, or even an extra note. It’s one of those designs that looks polished and intentional, yet comes together easily with simple layers and smart folds.

If you enjoy cards that feel thoughtful, flexible, and practical, this is a layout you’ll want to save and recreate.

Why You’ll Love This Card Design

This fun fold is especially great because:

• It works for many occasions — birthdays, thank you, encouragement, or gifting
• The front stays clean while the inside delivers the “wow”
• The pocket adds function without bulk
• You can easily swap Designer Series Paper (DSP) to change the look and mood

It’s also a fantastic way to use patterned paper without overwhelming the design.

Project Overview

For today’s project, I used:

• A Pretty Peacock card base
• A strip of Designer Series Paper on the front for visual balance
• A stamped focal layer wrapped with twine for soft texture
• A die-cut circle sentiment using the Stylish Shapes Dies
• A folded interior panel that creates a pocket for a gift card or money

The fold itself is simple, but the finished card feels elevated — making it perfect for both casual and special occasions.

Want to Try This Layout Yourself?

This is one of those card designs you can make once — and then use again and again with different papers, colors, and sentiments.

If you’re short on time but still want your cards to feel meaningful, this layout is a keeper.

Thanks so much for crafting along with me today. I hope this project inspires you to look at fun folds in a fresh, approachable way.

Project Layers (Imperial)

• 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Pretty Peacock CS
• 1-3/4″ x 5-1/2″ DSP
• (2) 3-1/4″ x 4-1/2″ Lost Lagoon CS
• (2) 3″ x 4-1/4″ Basic White CS
• 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″ Basic White CS- die cut
• 9-1/2″ x 5-1/4″ DSP

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 gorgeous project in my Tuesday YouTube PREMIER. Follow along at your own pace, and get inspired to create your Hidden Pocket fun fold 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:

• A different Designer Series Paper you’d love to try
• A sentiment swap you’re already imagining
• Or an occasion this layout 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!

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 Nature Walk 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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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.

It’s Time to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons!

If you earned Bonus Days coupons in January, now’s the fun part — you can redeem them through February 28!

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.

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Easy Fun Fold Card with a Hidden Pocket (Perfect for Gift Cards!) (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

Some cards just make people smile the moment they open them — and this Valentine Bear card is one of those projects.

What I love most about this design is that it looks playful and layered, but it’s built from simple steps that feel relaxing, not overwhelming. It’s the kind of card you can make when you want to enjoy the process and end with something meaningful to give.

Why You’ll Love This Card

• Uses small patterned paper strips for visual interest without overwhelm
• Shows how to layer without making the card bulky
• Perfect for Valentines when you want something heartfelt, not fussy
• Easy to recreate with scraps or favorite DSP
• Great example of balanced, confidence-building card design

This Valentine Bear card is part of a one sheet wonder style layout, which means you can create multiple coordinating cards from the same paper selection — without complicated math or measuring stress.

In the video, I walk you through the full assembly, share spacing tips, and show how small design choices (like panel placement and image overlap) make a big difference.

This project — along with the other coordinating cards you see — is part of my upcoming Valentine Kisses Online Workshop.

These designs are also my Diemonds team make-n-takes, which means they’re created with teaching, sharing, and crafting together in mind. It’s one of my favorite parts of being a demonstrator — designing projects that are fun to make and fun to teach.

Want to Create Along With Me?

This style of project is exactly the kind of card we love creating together during my classes and workshops—approachable, adaptable, and full of creative possibilities.

Whether you’re crafting for fun, building confidence, or looking to stretch your supplies, projects like this are a great place to start.

If you love cards that are simple, textured, and easy to personalize, I think you’re going to really enjoy this one.

Project Layers (Imperial)

• 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” Real Red cardstock
• Doily
• 5” x 3-3/4” Basic White cardstock
• (3) 1” x 2” DSP strips
• 3-1/2” x 2-1/4” Basic White cardstock
• 2-3/4” x 1-1/2” Basic White cardstock
• 1-3/4” x 3” Pecan Pie cardstock
• 5” x 3-3/4” Basic White cardstock

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 adorable project in my Tuesday YouTube PREMIER. Follow along at your own pace, while I walk you through how this card comes together and share tips for working with layered textures so everything stays clean and cohesive.

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?
Tell me in the comments below — What would you change if you made this card your own—the occasion, the critter, or the colors?

I can’t wait to hear your ideas!

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.

It’s Time to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons!

If you earned Bonus Days coupons in January, now’s the fun part — you can redeem them through February 28!

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.

All Star Video Class Tutorial Bundle

Each month’s Video Class Bundle will focus on a collection of the latest Stampin’ Up! products and includes TWELVE projects, with a how to video tutorial for each project, as well as photos, measurements and product lists. We even have measurements in both imperial and metric so anyone can create them. Yes, you’ll be able to create these projects right along with us for continuous crafting joy and inspiration!

What a great way to gain new & creative ideas and ALSO make the most of your products especially if you own the items in those collections.

The next subscription period is now open. See Full Details HERE

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

The post Valentine Bear Card That’s Cute, Layered, and Easy to Make (Video) appeared first on Creativelee Yours.

There’s something about Easter cards that just feels hopeful — soft colors, playful details, and that fresh-start feeling we all love this time of year.

But let’s be honest…
sometimes layered cards look intimidating before you even start.

This project is a great reminder that beautiful doesn’t have to mean complicated. With a few intentional layers and a simple layout, you can create a card that feels polished, cheerful, and fun — without overthinking every step.

In today’s project, I’m sharing a layered Easter card that comes together more easily than you might expect, while still delivering that “wow, I made this” feeling.

Why You’ll Love Re-Creating This Card

This card is perfect if you:

• Love layered designs but don’t want the stress
• Want to use Designer Series Paper (DSP) without it feeling busy
• Enjoy projects that look detailed but are very approachable
• Like having flexibility to swap colors or patterns later

It’s also a great example of how layering is less about adding more and more about placing elements with intention.

Design Highlights

Here’s what makes this project work so well:

• Simple base + structured layers
  The card starts with a clean base and builds outward, so each layer has a purpose.
• Designer Series Paper as the star
  Instead of competing patterns, the paper choices work together to add interest without overwhelm.
• A focal image that grounds the design
  The bunny image brings everything together and keeps the card feeling playful and light.
• Small embellishments for balance
  A few subtle accents finish the card without stealing attention from the main design.

This is the kind of layout you can return to again and again — just by changing the papers or focal image.

A Peek Behind the Scenes (Demonstrator Life)

Projects like this are exactly why I love being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator.

Having early access to new products means I get to:

• Experiment with layouts ahead of time
• Play with color and pattern combinations
• Create projects that feel fresh, current, and inspiring

It’s not just about making cards — it’s about having the space to create, explore, and grow creatively.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like behind the scenes, this project is a great example of that creative process in action.

This Easter card is a reminder that:

• You don’t need complicated techniques to create something special
• Layering can be simple and satisfying
• And crafting should feel fun — not overwhelming

If you decide to recreate this project, I’d love to see what you make!

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” Thick Basic White CS
• (2) 5-1/8” x 3-7/8” Shy Shamrock CS
• 5” x 3-3/4” Balmy Blue CS
• (3) 5” x 5/8” DSP
• (3) 5/8” x 3-3/4” DSP
• Scrap DSP
• 2” x 2-1/2” Basic White CS
• 5” x 3-3/4” Basic White CS
• Approx. 8” 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 get started? I walk through the full process step-by-step in today’s YouTube video, sharing tips along the way to help you feel confident recreating this card on your own. 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 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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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.

All Star Video Class Tutorial Bundle

Each month’s Video Class Bundle will focus on a collection of the latest Stampin’ Up! products and includes TWELVE projects, with a how to video tutorial for each project, as well as photos, measurements and product lists. We even have measurements in both imperial and metric so anyone can create them. Yes, you’ll be able to create these projects right along with us for continuous crafting joy and inspiration!

What a great way to gain new & creative ideas and ALSO make the most of your products especially if you own the items in those collections.

The next subscription period is now open. See Full Details HERE

It’s Time to Redeem Your Bonus Days Coupons!

If you earned Bonus Days coupons in January, now’s the fun part — you can redeem them through February 28!

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

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

The June 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the

Relaxing Waterside Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — Slow down, get creative, and add beautiful texture to your handmade cards without complicated techniques.

This month’s kit combines peaceful lakeside-inspired projects with simple distressing, sanding, layering, and creative texture techniques that make your cards feel artistic and unique — while still feeling completely doable.

• Relaxing masculine & family-friendly designs
• Simple fun folds & layered details
• Creative texture techniques made easy
• Surprise giftable project included

Designed to help you create with confidence and actually enjoy the process.

Ready to craft? Register no later than June 20, 2026 (while supplies last) to have this relaxing kit mailed to you!

Get Started

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

What are you waiting for?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions? Contact me today at wendy@creativeleeyours.com

Creating with Scenic Coast

Love the versatility of the Scenic Coast Suite? Stampin’ Up! is hosting a virtual Scenic Coast Craft Class on June 18 where you’ll explore four different paper crafting styles — shabby chic, artful, traditional, and modern — while creating beautiful projects with guidance from a Stampin’ Up! product expert.

Can’t attend live? No worries! The class is recorded so you can watch and create at your own pace.

Purchase the Scenic Coast 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.
• Follow my blog by email and receive a FREE Exclusive monthly PDF tutorial bundle when you subscribe to email list HERE.
• Join Paper Pumpkin and get FREE PDF Tutorials with alternate projects each month.
• Shop my Tutorials to spark your creativity as I guide you through creating beautiful projects HERE.
• Earn Exclusive BONUS tutorials with my rewards program. CLICK HERE for details.

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Some cards aren’t about fancy embellishments or sparkle — they’re about layers, texture, and letting the paper do the work. This week’s project is exactly that.

This card uses a combination of cardstock layers, textured specialty paper, and Designer Series Paper to create depth and interest, all while keeping the overall look calm, neutral, and versatile. It’s the kind of card that feels grounding to make and meaningful to give.

If you love cards with visual interest without visual clutter, this one’s for you.

Why You’ll Love Recreating This Card

Here’s why this design works so well — especially when you want a relaxing creative session:

• Texture does the heavy lifting – layered papers, embossing, and torn edges add depth without extra embellishments
• A neutral, masculine-leaning design that works for sympathy, thinking of you, encouragement, or support
• Simple construction with a polished finish — impressive results without complicated steps
• Easy to adapt with different sentiments or papers while keeping the same layout

This is a layout you can come back to again and again when you want something that feels thoughtful, calm, and complete.

About the Design

For this card, I focused on building interest through layering and contrast: