I'm excited to be playing along with the latest Hand Stamped Sentiments Color Challenge! This challenge features a beautiful soft and elegant color combination of Misty Moonlight, Cloud Cover, and Soft Sea Foam. These colors work so well together for a fresh, calming design.

For my card, I reached for the Sweet Blooms Bundle, which is quickly becoming one of my favorite bundles for creating layered floral cards. I love how the dies create gorgeous dimension that really makes the flowers stand out.

I started with a Cloud Cover card base, then added a textured white panel that gives the background subtle interest without overpowering the design. To bring in the Misty Moonlight, I added a vertical embossed strip that anchors the layout and provides a nice contrast against the lighter colors.

The floral elements from the Sweet Blooms dies were cut using Cloud Cover and Misty Moonlight, layering them to create depth and softness. I tucked in a few delicate leaf sprigs in Soft Sea Foam to frame the flowers and add movement to the arrangement.

For the sentiment, I combined a bold die-cut script with smaller stamped words to create the phrase “have a lovely day.” The layered sentiment helps it stand out while still blending beautifully with the overall design.

I love how this card turned out — the mix of soft florals, texture, and layered elements makes it feel elegant yet simple.

Be sure to head over to the Hand Stamped Sentiments challenge blog to see the amazing inspiration from the rest of the design team and play along with this beautiful color combination!

Thanks so much for stopping by, and have a lovely day!

Happy Stamping!

Around The World On Wednesday - Use Your Stash

 

Welcome to this month’s Around The World on Wednesday Blog Hop! I’m so glad you’re here.

Our theme this month is “Use Your Stash.” I love this challenge because it encourages us to pull out those beautiful supplies we already own and give them some creative love again.

For my project, I reached into my stash and pulled out the Bloom Where You Are Planted Designer Series Paper along with the Plentiful Plants stamp set. These have always been favorites of mine, and the lush greenery patterns were perfect for today’s card.

We are also CAS(e)ing Kim Gibbons Fee this month. I really enjoyed studying Kim’s style and pulling inspiration from her design. For my card, I was inspired by her clean layout and the way she layers focal elements to create depth while still keeping the overall look simple and balanced.

To create my card, I started with a Gray Granite card base and added the brick-style patterned paper to give the look of a wall behind the plants. I then layered several fussy-cut plant images from the Bloom Where You Are Planted DSP, arranging them in different heights to create a little indoor garden scene.

Using a few dimensionals helped lift the plants and add dimension, making the arrangement feel more natural and full. I also tucked in a small strip of patterned paper behind the focal cluster for a pop of warm color and contrast.

The sentiment, “Thank You So Very Much,” comes from the Plentiful Plants stamp set and fits perfectly with the garden theme. To finish the card, I added a few enamel dots for a bit of shine and texture.

This project was such a great reminder that we often have amazing supplies already in our craft rooms—sometimes they just need to be rediscovered!

Thanks so much for stopping by today. Be sure to continue around the hop to see how the rest of the design team used their stash and how they were inspired by Kim Gibbons Fee.

Next up is Cheryl Hamilton.  I can't wait to see what she has created!

See the full lineup below:

Jan Clothier - NZ

Leonie Stuart - AU

Rochelle Laird-Smith - AU

Cheryll Miller - AU

Marga Bultena - DE

Ximena Morales - DE

Aurélie Fabre - FR

Annette Ball - CA

Angie McKenzie - US

Kelly Taranto - US

Bree Renwick - US

Cheryl Hamilton - US

Rustic Florals

Today I’m sharing a card I created for the latest TGIF Challenges Color Challenge featuring the beautiful combination of Fresh Freesia, Pool Party, and Lemon Lolly. These soft, cheerful colors felt perfect for a fresh floral “Thank You” card.

For the focal point, I used the Petals of Beauty Bundle to create the delicate layered flowers in Fresh Freesia. The detailed die layer adds such a lovely lacy effect over the soft petals, and I finished the centers with small Lemon Lolly accents to tie in the challenge colors.

The background features a strip of Country Woods Designer Series Paper in Pool Party, which gives the card a rustic, weathered texture. I love how the distressed wood look contrasts with the soft florals and really helps the flowers stand out.

To add even more texture, I embossed the white background panel using the Lazy Days Embossing Folder. The subtle floral pattern complements the main image without overpowering it, creating a nice layered look across the card.

I tucked in a few die-cut leaves for extra dimension and added tiny Lemon Lolly floral accents around the bouquet for a pop of brightness. The simple “Thank You” sentiment keeps the focus on the beautiful color combination and layered details.

This was such a fun color palette to work with, and I love how soft and spring-like the finished card feels!

Happy Stamping!

Wintery Blues

It's time to join in the latest Hand Stamped Sentiments Inspiration Challenge fun! This month's inspiration photos are full of soft wintery blues.

Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper really did most of the work for this card—just look at that gorgeous floral image! The rich navy background paired with the crisp white blooms makes such a striking combination.

The only stamping I added was the sweet “Sending Smiles” sentiment from Lovely Arrangements, keeping the design clean and letting the paper shine.

This week’s Sketch-n-Share sketch made it easy to bring everything together. I love how a good sketch helps orchestrate the layout and takes the guesswork out of designing!

Who will you be sending smiles to this week?

Happy Stamping!

Celebrate Spring

Hi crafty friends!

I’m so excited to be playing along with this week’s TGIF Challenges Product Challenge! For this challenge, I featured elements from this month’s Celebrate Spring Paper Pumpkin kit to create a sweet and simple Easter card.

When I opened this kit, I immediately fell in love with the soft spring colors and the adorable bunny image. The clean lines and pastel colors just scream springtime happiness!

For my card base, I layered a bright, springy Shy Shamrock mat with the soft Balmy Blue panel to really let the focal elements shine. I wanted the card to feel fresh and light—just like the beginning of spring.

The star of the card is that darling bunny framed inside the basket. I popped the bunny layer up with dimensionals to give it a little extra depth. The soft brown basket adds warmth while still keeping everything light and airy.

I added two of the pretty die-cut flowers from the kit to the left side for balance, then tucked in the banner sentiment across the middle. “Happy Easter” fits perfectly across the wreath and creates a natural focal point.

To finish it off, I clustered the pastel eggs at the bottom right and added the sweet pink bow embellishment for a soft, feminine touch. A few enamel dots complete the design and add just the right amount of texture and shine.

Happy Stamping!

Hello, Spring

We may still have a few weeks of winter to get through, but spring is on the way with this weeks TGIF Challenges Inspiration Challenge!

Inspired by the pretty pinks, I just had to create this adorable little Easter Basket full of pink flowers...Pretty In Pink, Bubble Bath and Flirty Flamingo to be exact!

Isn't this woven Easter Basket the best?  I love that you can weave any colors into the basket to fit all of your spring time needs!

Be sure to join in the fun over at TGIF Challenges this week!

Happy Stamping!

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Perfectly Pear(ed) Thank You

Happy Tuesday stampers!  It's time for an all new Hand Stamped Sentiments Sketch Challenge.  I hope you'll join along in the fun!

I pulled out the beautiful Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper to play along with this sketch.  After fussy cutting 4 sets of juicy pears, I added them to a Petal Pink die-cut circle, tucking a little lattice and flowers behind each one.

Some Secret Sea Faux Linen Ribbon added just the right amount of texture behind the simple Thank You sentiment.

Be sure to see what the rest of the team has created for this week's sketch and don't forget to play along!

Happy Stamping!

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Sweet As Jelly Thank You

We're playing along with a sweet new sketch challenge over at TGIF Challenges. 

I had some scraps on my desk left over from my previous card using the Homemade Sweetness Designer Series Paper that worked out perfectly for this sketch.  These little jelly jars are the cutest!

Can we take a moment to notice how sweet the spoon pattern is?  And the teeny-tiny flowers?  So CUTE!  And don't get me started on the Strawberries & Dots embellishments and Misty Moonlight Checkered Trim.  

Around The World On Wednesday - February 2026

Welcome to the February edition of Around the World on Wednesday Blog Hop!  We are so excited to share our projects CAS(e)ing our fellow team member, Teri West of Alaska Stamper.

Teri loves to do alternate designs for the Paper Pumpkin kits, some of which you will see this year in the Paper Pumpkin lives as she celebrates another year as one of our fabulous Artisan Design Team members.  We're also mashing this month up with a catalog CAS(e) as well!

I loved Teri's project using the May 2021 Paper Pumpkin Kit, Batter Up!  Creating a card and a coordinating tag seemed like the perfect way to try out the new Help Me Grow Bundle.

Look how cute these gardens tools are! In addition to my love of stamping, I love working in my flower garden just as much.  I knew I needed this set as soon as I saw it in the pre-order.  I love that you can stamp the tool handles in this pretty floral pattern.

I created a cheerful pot of flowers to go on the tag.  This little tag would be the perfect way to dress up a little plant to gift to someone special!

My card and tag were also inspired by the sweet Mix & Match samples seen on page 16 of the January-April 2026 Mini Catalog.  I've got to get these Mix & Match products added to my next order!

Next up is Cheryl Hamilton of Create with Cheryl. You are going to love what she has created this month!

See the full line up below:

Jan Clothier - NZ

Leonie Stuart - AU

Rochelle Laird-Smith - AU

Cheryll Miller - AU

Marga Bultena - DE

Kim Gibbons Fee - UK

Angie McKenzie - US

Kelly Taranto - US

Bree Renwick - US

Cheryl Hamilton - US

Pink Bird Crew

The Hand Stamped Sentiments crew is back with a pretty pink Color Challenge, and we'd love for you to play along!

The Cutest Crew bundle is coming soon, and trust me… you’re going to want to add this one to your collection. Those little birds are just the sweetest!

I colored each bird using the challenge colors, with just a touch of Lemon Lime Twist for a fresh pop. The sentiment was stamped in Strawberry Slush, and the Textured Notes dies were perfect for adding a bit of subtle texture to each layer of cardstock.

 I even pulled out some Lemon Lime Twist Baker’s Twine from my stash, which turned out to be the perfect finishing touch.

Be sure to join in on the fun—we can’t wait to see what you create!

Happy Stamping!

Bear Hugs & Kisses

I'm spreading some Bear Hugs & Kisses for this weeks TGIF Challenges Theme Challenge.  As soon as I saw that cute little bear, I knew I had to create a card with the Valentine Kisses bundle!

I used Bee My Valentine to create a pretty field of flowers for the bears to frolic through...so cute!

Be sure to join in the fun this week and share what you've been inspired to create!

Happy Stamping!

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On Display

Happy Monday friends!  The Monday Montage crew is hopping again over on Instagram. Be sure to check out all of the fabulous creations we all have to share!

A dear friend let me borrow the On Display bundle and I had SO MUCH fun with it!  There are so many fun and adorable stamped images and die cuts to play with...the possibilities are endless.

I CAS(e)d one of the project samples online for the first card, adding my own twist with some of my favorite colors.  From coloring the die cut books, to stamping the cuddly kitty - I was in creative heaven!

I kept things a bit more simple with this next card, creating a shelf from the ornate topper for the cabinet.  Adorned with books and plants, I can just picture it in my favorite reading corner.

These cards are truly a work of art...they are not quick and easy cards, but so much fun in the long run!

Happy Stamping!

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Key to my Heart

Happy Sunday friends!  We've had beautiful sunshine the past two days, but it is FREEZING...the perfect excuse to stay inside and stamp the day away!

Today I'm sharing another card using the Country Woods Designer Series Paper and Endless Love bundle.  This card was inspired by the latest Global Design Project Theme Challenge and Freshly Made Sketches Challenge.

I added the cute little key from the Tags To Go dies...the key to my heart!

A simple sentiment could make this a Valentine card, an anniversary card or even a wedding card.

I hope you are having a wonderful weekend and are staying safe and warm...where ever you are!

Happy Stamping!

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Boardwalk Fun

It's Friday and you all know what that means...it's time for an all new Product Challenge!  This time we are focusing on heat embossing...do you love it or or is it not for you?

I am a fan of heat embossing, but typically only use it for sentiments.  But today I've heat embossed these fabulous Boardwalk Fun palm trees on the Beach Boardwalk Designer Series Paper.  I love how shiny they are!

A colorful ferris wheel and ocean waves...I can almost feel the warm sunshine on my face!  

I heat embossed the sentiment as well on a super cute die-cut ticket. Isn't it fun?

I hope you'll join in the heat embossing fun this week!

Happy Stamping!

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Gears & Textures Birthday

It's time for an all new Hand Stamped Sentiments Inspiration Challenge. There is a little bit of everything to pull some creative inspiration from here!

The Gears & Textures bundled just arrived in my craft room and was just right to play along with this challenge!  I love sets that allow for random stamping, especially when I can put some fun colors together.

Lemon Lime Twist, Secret Sea, Cloud Cover and Coastal Cabana are so much fun! From splatters and gears to light bulbs and swirls, this bundle is full of so many possibilities.

The sentiment comes from this month's Product of the Month, Fabulous Sayings.  The sentiments and fonts are so good!

Happy Stamping!

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