Category: Handmade Cards

Clean & Simple Embossed “Just for You” Card

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G’Day Friends,

If you love the look of white-on-white layers with touches of colour, texture and style, this embossed “Just for You” card is the perfect project to try!  It combines elegant simplicity with just enough detail to make it feel special — ideal for birthdays, thank-yous or any thoughtful gesture.

 Supplies Used

  • White cardstock – for base and embossed layer – Paper Rose Studio Basic White Smooth Cardstock
  • Coloured layers – Paper Rose Studio Midnight Navy Smooth Cardstock
  • Embossing folder (your choice of texture – floral, geometric, or dots) – Linen Embossing Folder
  • Patterned paper (soft or neutral tones work best) – 49 & Market Vintage Artisty Serenity Collection
  • Rub-ons or sentiment transfer (butterflies & misc) – 49 & Market Vintage Artisty Serenity Collection
  • Sentiment stamp – Paper Rose Studio
  • Foam tape or adhesive dots (for dimension)
  • Paper trimmer and bone folder

Design Tip

White layers make any card feel clean and modern.  Mixing textures — like embossing with smooth patterned paper — adds visual depth without cluttering the design.

Perfect For

This card is great for:

  • Thoughtful gifts or thank-you cards

  • Simple but elegant stationery sets

  • Quick makes for card swaps or craft fairs

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky
Inspiring Heartfelt Creations, One Beautiful Layer at a Time

The Paper Funday Challenge | November

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G’Day Friends,

Spring has arrived down under — and with it, a fresh Paper Funday Challenge!  This is our last challenge for the year as we have a rest during December before hitting it again in January.

Our sponsors for November are Altenew & Picket Fence Studios.  The Twist is Merry & Bright!

This month, I reached for the Spring Daisy Stamp Set & Dies by Altenew to create a cluster of lovely daisies bursting with sunny warmth.  Think cheerful oranges, soft yellows, gentle greens and earthy browns — the perfect palette for that early spring glow.  I wanted a design that felt light and airy — like that first warm breeze after winter fades away.

The Process

  1. Card Base: 5 1/4″ x 5 1/4″ white cardstock for a crisp, square shape.
  2. Focal Point: Stamp & create a cluster of daisies in soft yellows, oranges, browns and leaves with greens, die-cut them for a touch of dimension.
  3. Layering: Adhere white cardstock onto an earthy brown cardstock before arranging & layering the daisy cluster.
  4. Sentiment: A simple “Hello Gorgeous” stamped in coordinating colour.
  5. Finishing Touch: A sprinkle of enamel dots.

The Inspiration

I wanted to capture that moment when winter’s chill gives way to sunlight and new blooms peek through the soil.  The daisies set felt like the perfect way to celebrate that quiet but colourful transition.

Join the fun!

  1. Create your project using product from either Altenew or Pick Fence Studios.  Don’t forget, there is always the twist – Merry & bright!

  2. Upload your entry before the deadline

So grab your supplies & let’s get creating.  We can’t wait to see what you make!

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky
Inspiring Heartfelt Creations, One Beautiful Layer at a Time

Handmade Christmas Card with Rub-Ons | Timeless Red & Gold Design

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G’Day Friends,

Christmas is the perfect time to get creative and share a bit of handmade joy.  Today I’m showing you how to make an easy Christmas card using Christmas rub-ons — a quick and elegant way to add beautiful details without any mess or complicated tools.

This project is inspired by traditional Christmas red tones and features pretty bauble designs, perfect for a classic festive look.

Each Saturday, Robbie & myself share a project over on our YouTube Channels with what we have in our stash.  Be sure to check out what she has created.

Video Available:
You can watch the full tutorial HERE to see each step in action!

 Why You’ll Love This Project

  • Super easy and beginner-friendly

  • Uses minimal supplies

  • Perfect for last-minute cards or a cozy afternoon of crafting

  • Gives a traditional Christmas feel — red, gold, and baubles never go out of style!

Supply List

Here’s what you’ll need to make your own festive Christmas card:

  • Christmas Rub-Ons  – Spellbinders Joyful Wishes Rub-Ons

  • Cardstock / Ink – Stampin’ Up Cherry Cobbler

  • White cardstock for layering & base card – Paper Rose Studio Smooth White

  • Adhesive or foam tape

  • Bone folder or craft stick (for applying rub-ons)

  • Embellishment – Clear Rhinestones

  • Paper trimmer or scissors

Finishing Touches

This easy card is perfect to pair with handmade gifts, tuck into a gift bag or mail to loved ones.  The classic red, white and gold combination makes it timeless — and the rub-ons make it effortless!

Don’t forget to watch the video tutorial by clicking on the graphic below for the full step-by-step process.

Thanks for visiting & happy crafting!

Vicky
Inspiring Heartfelt Creations, One Beautiful Layer at a Time

Christmas Tag Featuring Home for Christmas Collection | Across the Waves

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G’Day Friends,

This month’s theme is all about Tags!

Be sure to check out what Robbie has created by clicking HERE!

Now, I don’t have much use for tags, although I do love creating them!  So, I decided to take my tag a little step further & create an easy Christmas card but letting the tag be the star of the show!

Instead of a sentiment, I’ve used numbers to mark the Christmas season — a fun alternative that adds a modern touch while keeping the tag clean and elegant.

You can watch the full video tutorial on my YouTube channel to see how it all comes together — from cutting the tag die to layering the patterned paper and finishing it off with some subtle embellishments.

This project is perfect if you:

  • Love patterned paper and want to use it as the main feature

  • Prefer minimalist designs without traditional greetings

  • Enjoy mixing natural Australian elements into your festive crafting

Whether you use these tags for gifts, journals or cards, this tag will bring a warm, earthy Australian feel to your Christmas season.

Materials Used for both the tag & card:

  • Home for Christmas Collection – Uniquely Creative
  • Stitched Tag Die – Uniquely Creative
  • Stitched Rectangle Die – Paper Rose Studio
  • Smooth White Cardstock – Paper Rose Studio
  • Cherry Cobbler / Crumb Cake Cardstock – Stampin’ Up!
  • Ribbon / Twine – Uniquely Creative
  • Embossing Folder – Stampin’ Up!
  • Punch – Stampin’ Up!
  • Stylish Shapes Dies – Stampin’ Up!
  • Number Dies – Memory Box

Watch the Video:

Click here or below to view the full tutorial on YouTube!

Thanks for visiting & happy crafting!

Vicky
Inspiring Heartfelt Creations, One Beautiful Layer at a Time

World Card Making Day 2025 | Merry & Joy

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G’Day Friends,

Today I’m sharing Project #5 which I created especially for  World Card Making Day.  I am so late in sharing this with you.  This day was a Christmas Edition where we dived into the festive spirit early with a Christmas Edition celebration — because it’s never too soon for a little merry & joy!

For this project, I created with the Mintay Merry & Joy collection and I have to say, these Christmas papers are absolutely stunning — think rich reds, cozy green and just the right touch of sparkle.  Perfect for those heartfelt handmade cards that make the season extra special.

Whether you’re crafting for family, friends or planning to gift a handmade card set, this design makes it easy to spread cheer.  Add a few embellishments, a dash of glitter and you’re ready to make someone’s mailbox very merry indeed!

VIDEO AVAILABLE:
Be sure to check out the cardmaking video tutorial below — I’ll walk you through how to layer your Christmas papers, add dimension and finish your cards with festive flair.

PDF Tutorial & Sketch Layout Book

Want to recreate this design?  We’ve created a PDF tutorial that walks you through the process step by step.  It also includes a sketch layout book, packed with ideas to help you design cards quickly and confidently.

Purchase the PDF Tutorial HERE.

Thanks for visiting & happy crafting!

Vicky
Inspiring Heartfelt Creations, One Beautiful Layer at a Time