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A Masculine Card Design Using the Nature’s Symphony Bundle
This card is all about the focal point. We used the Nature’s Symphony Bundle and Nature Walk Designer Series Paper to build a bold, circular design that anchors the entire card front. By layering simple shapes and keeping the color palette muted, the details do the work without feeling busy. It’s an easy layout that leans naturally masculine and works well for birthdays, congratulations, or thoughtful everyday cards. Project Details & Inspiration The layered card started off

Nancy & Kayla
Feb 52 min read


Nature’s Symphony Thank You Card Tutorial with Nature Walk Designer Series Paper
We used the Nature’s Symphony Bundle and Nature Walk Designer Series Paper to create this thank you card with a bold, geometric layout and a clean, structured feel. The strong lines and rich, nature-inspired colors make this design stand out while still being easy to recreate. It’s a great example of how we can change up the layout and get a completely different look while using the same coordinating products. Project Details & Inspiration The layered card started off with a

Nancy & Kayla
Feb 32 min read


Thank You Card Tutorial Using the Nature’s Symphony Bundle
This thank you card was inspired by a card we saw Angela Wilson-Meyer create and features the Nature’s Symphony Bundle paired with the Nature Walk Designer Series Paper for a layered design with a calm, natural vibe. The soft neutrals, organic imagery, and subtle texture make this an easy layout to dress up or keep simple—perfect for having on hand when you need a thoughtful card in a pinch. Project Details & Inspiration The layered card started off with a Very Vanilla card b

Nancy & Kayla
Feb 22 min read


Consider Yourself Hugged: A Banner Sayings Card with Splash of Sparkles DSP
This one started with a scrap pile and a “wait… don’t throw that away yet” moment. Using the Banner Sayings Bundle and Splash of Sparkles Designer Series Paper , we leaned into bold panels, warm color contrast, and a sentiment that does exactly what it says on the card. No fancy tricks, no overthinking—just strong layers, a little texture, and enough shine to keep things interesting. This is one of those cards that feels good to make and even better to send, especially when

Nancy & Kayla
Jan 262 min read


Bright & Cheerful Thank You Card with Fabulous Sayings
Thank you cards are one of those things we swear we’ll always have on hand… and then suddenly realize we’re down to one. We love having a few ready that feel cheerful and easy to grab, especially when we want to send a quick note that still feels special! This card hits that sweet spot with bold color, playful imagery, and a layout that keeps things simple. It’s bright, happy, and perfect for so many little moments—tucked into a gift, slipped into an order, or dropped in the

Nancy & Kayla
Jan 192 min read


A Soft & Structured Floral Card with the Lovely Arrangements Bundle
This card is proof that a clean layout can still be a show-off. We put the Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper on the table, and those bold Secret Sea leaves immediately stole the spotlight—so we decided to frame it like the main character it is. The goal was simple: create a polished thank-you card that looks intentional, not overloaded. A few crisp layers, a little texture, a soft ribbon detail, and a sentiment you can use for basically anyone (clients, friends, teachers

Nancy & Kayla
Dec 30, 20253 min read


Northern Lights Thank You Card with the Light & Wonder Bundle
There’s something really satisfying about a thank you card that feels intentional, not just “grabbed from the stack.” This one leans into that idea with a full aurora sky from the Lights of Aurora Designer Series Paper and a layered pine forest cut with the Light & Wonder Bundle . The result is a winter scene that does all the talking before the sentiment even kicks in. We let the paper be the star here. That sweeping Northern Lights print sets the mood right away, and then

Nancy & Kayla
Dec 10, 20253 min read


Grateful Blooms: Handmade Friendship Card Featuring the Pop-Up Petals Bundle
This cheerful card design celebrates everything we love about handmade paper crafting—colorful florals, layered textures, and a sweet sentiment that says it all. Created with the Pop-Up Petals Bundle, this layout combines easy stamping with bold color choices for a look that feels happy, polished, and heartfelt. We chose a mix of Old Olive, Blackberry Bliss, and pops of Timid Tiger for a combination that feels warm and lively. The floral background paper from the Floral Charm

Nancy & Kayla
Nov 6, 20252 min read


Simple Yet Stunning: Handmade Thank You Card Featuring the Pop-Up Petals Bundle
There’s something timeless about a handmade thank-you card, especially one that feels as fresh and polished as this design. We used the Pop-Up Petals Bundle from Stampin’ Up! to create this clean and modern layout that still carries all the warmth of a handmade touch. Soft embossed texture, paired with patterned paper and layered squares, gives this card subtle depth without overcomplicating the design. The mix of floral patterns and solid prints from the Floral Charm Designe

Nancy & Kayla
Nov 5, 20252 min read


Grateful for Friendship: Elegant Floral Card with the Pop-Up Petals Bundle
This project brings together everything we love about handmade cards: beautiful paper, soft florals, and a touch of texture that feels effortless. The Pop-Up Petals Bundle takes center stage, paired with the Floral Charm Designer Series Paper to create an elegant design perfect for celebrating friendship. The layout is a simple fun fold that opens to reveal a warm message, “Grateful for your friendship.” With deep tones of Blackberry Bliss and delicate floral patterns, this c

Nancy & Kayla
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Cozy Fall Pop-Up Card Featuring the Pop-Up Petals Bundle
Okay, let’s talk cozy crafting. You know that sweet spot where a project feels both heartwarming and impressive? That’s exactly what this fall-inspired pop-up card brings to the table. We pulled out the Pop-Up Petals Bundle and paired it with the Gathering Together Designer Series Paper, and honestly, it’s giving total pumpkin patch perfection. The front of the card keeps things classic: warm tones, leafy prints, and a soft bow to tie everything together (literally). But the

Nancy & Kayla
Nov 3, 20252 min read


Elegant Simplicity: Thank You Card Featuring the Perfectly Pears Bundle
Not every card needs layers of die cuts and embellishments to make an impact. Sometimes, it’s the simplest designs that stop you in your tracks like this elegant “Thank You” card created with the Perfectly Pears Bundle and Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up! This design proves that your Designer Series Paper can (and should!) be the star of the show. With just a few well-chosen layers and textures, you can create a card that looks polished, professional, a

Nancy & Kayla
Oct 29, 20252 min read


June 2025 Paper Pumpkin Alternative: Full of Charm
Welcome to our monthly “A Paper Pumpkin Thing” blog hop! Check out this month's Paper Pumpkin alternatives that we created and scroll...

Nancy & Kayla
Jul 9, 20253 min read


Accordion Fun Fold Card Featuring Floral Charm
Whew! We may have been on our summer hours, but this week’s YouTube Live was full of crafting chaos, kitty updates, tornadoes...

Nancy & Kayla
Jun 30, 20252 min read


How to Make an Colorful Fun Fold Card with the Unbounded Beauty Designer Series Paper
Fun folds are the best kind of cards to create, prove us wrong! 😂 But really, they are called fun folds because it really changes up and...

Nancy & Kayla
May 23, 20242 min read


How to Make an Elegant Watercolor Greeting Card using the Poised Peony Stamp Set and the new In Color, Peach Pie
Using the fun technique of embossing some cardstock and using a White Ink Stampin' Pad, we were able to create this GORGEOUS greeting...

Nancy & Kayla
May 16, 20242 min read


How to Make an Easy Eclipse Themed Thank You Card in Minutes
If you've been living under a rock, we'd like to let you know that there's an eclipse happening today! To celebrate this very rare...

Nancy & Kayla
Apr 8, 20242 min read


Make a Rainbow Themed Treat Box
This set is like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day, perfect for sending heartfelt cards that show support and friendship in the most...

Nancy & Kayla
Feb 29, 20242 min read


New Fun Fold Card with the Rock & Roll Designer Series Paper
Oh my stars, this card turned out so cute! Don't you just love a monochromatic card? Black and white never disappoint when creating with...

Nancy & Kayla
Feb 22, 20242 min read


Quick and Easy Handmade Card: Sending Hugs with the Heartfelt Hexagon Stamp Set
Get ready to amp up your crafting game with the Heartfelt Hexagon Stamp Set and its sidekick, the Heartfelt Hexagon Punch! This duo is...

Nancy & Kayla
Jan 15, 20242 min read
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