Paper Goods Showcase | Newsprint Autumn Ephemera Tiles with Stephanie

Fall may still be a little way off on the calendar, but that hasn't stopped STAMPgirl Stephanie from bringing some autumn color to her cards. For these two projects, she used the Newsprint Autumn Ephemera Tiles in two different ways, showing just how much you can do with a single sheet of paper goods.

Turn One Sheet into Six Card Elements

For her first card, Stephanie cut the Newsprint Autumn Ephemera Tiles into six individual pieces and matted each one before arranging them across a kraft card front. The collection of autumn images and newsprint details creates an instant collage without needing to build each little element from scratch.

For the sentiment, Stephanie stamped one of the sentiments from the Words Of Gratitude stamp set with VersaFine Vintage Sepia ink, then heat embossed it with clear embossing powder. She die cut the sentiment with a Stitched Tags die, added twine, and popped the tag up over the ephemera tiles. The result feels like a little collection of autumn snapshots, with the raised sentiment tag bringing everything together.

Cut the Paper Goods into Something Different

Stephanie's second card takes the same Newsprint Autumn Ephemera Tiles in a very different direction. Instead of using the tiles as individual pieces, she die cut the entire sheet with two Zen Coffee Cup dies. She mounted the patterned coffee cups onto solid die-cut coffee cups in coordinating cardstock, then arranged them on an ivory card base. A few adhesive-backed dots add simple accents, while a foam-backed Cheers word die provides the finishing sentiment.

I particularly love seeing the ephemera tiles used this way. You don't have to use a paper goods sheet exactly as it comes. Die cutting it can turn the artwork into something entirely new.

One Sheet, More Possibilities

These two cards are a great example of the flexibility of paper goods. Stephanie used the same Newsprint Autumn Ephemera Tiles for both projects, but the first card treats the pieces as ready-made collage elements while the second transforms the entire sheet into die-cut shapes.

That's the beauty of having paper goods in your stash. You can use them as focal pieces, cut them apart, layer them, die cut them, or combine them with your stamps and dies to create something that feels completely your own.

Keep Creating with Paper Goods

If you like having creative starting points ready to go, check out our Paper Goods VIP Subscription. You choose any four paper goods products every four weeks for $21, with free U.S. shipping. You can mix and match card fronts, ATCs, collage paper, pocket backdrops, ephemera, and other paper goods instead of receiving a mystery assortment.

Prefer to focus on a particular format? We also have ATC and Card Fronts subscription options, so you can build your stash around the types of paper goods you enjoy using most.

Until next time, keep creating and discovering what's possible with STAMPlorations Paper Goods.

Paper Goods Showcase | Blushing Blooms + Color Me Blooms with Stephanie

Sometimes one project can give you the color inspiration for the next. That's exactly what STAMPgirl Stephanie did with these two cards, starting with an ATC from the Blushing Blooms ATC pack and then using its colors and shading as inspiration for a Color Me Blooms Spring Florals card front.

Together, the cards are a great example why having different kinds of paper goods in your stash can help with creativity. An ATC can become more than a focal piece, and a card front doesn't have to stay exactly as it comes.

Start with an ATC

For her first card, Stephanie used one of the ATCs from the Blushing Blooms ATC pack as the focal point. The painted floral design already brings plenty of color and detail to the card, so she kept the rest of the design focused on supporting it.

Behind the ATC, she created a layered background using the Abstract Oats stencil and Found Fragments #3 stamp. The combination adds pattern and texture without competing with the flowers. She finished the card with a sentiment from the Inspirational #1 clear sticker pack, giving her a quick way to add a meaningful message without taking attention away from the artwork.

Let One Project Inspire the Next

For her second card, Stephanie reached for a Color Me Blooms Spring Florals card front. Instead of treating the printed design as something that needed to be colored from scratch with a completely separate palette, she looked back at the ATC from her first card and used its colors and shading as inspiration.

I love that connection between the two projects. The card front gave her the beautiful floral composition, while the first project gave her a ready-made color direction. The result is a completely different card, but you can still see the relationship between the two.

She finished it with a sentiment from the Hey Sunshine clear sticker pack, another simple way to add a polished sentiment without having to stamp and trim one separately.

One Project Can Inspire Another

Stephanie's two cards are a great reminder that paper goods don't have to be used in isolation. An ATC can offer color inspiration for a card front, while a card front can give a beautiful foundation for your own coloring and creative interpretation.

And that's one of the reasons our paper goods work so well together. You can mix and match different packs, pull ideas and colors from one project into another, and build a stash that gives you plenty of starting points whenever you sit down to create.

Choose the Paper Goods You Want

If you like having a variety of paper goods ready to inspire your next project, there are several ways to build your stash.

With the Paper Goods VIP Subscription, U.S. subscribers choose any four qualifying paper goods products every four weeks for $21, a $28 value, with free U.S. shipping. You can mix and match ATCs, card fronts, collage paper, ephemera, pocket backdrops, and other paper goods instead of receiving a mystery assortment.

Prefer to focus on one type of paper good? The ATC Subscription and Card Fronts VIP Subscription let you build your stash around the formats you enjoy using. The Card Fronts VIP Subscription lets you choose one card fronts pack every four weeks with free worldwide shipping, while our ATC VIP Subscription includes a growing selection of $7 packs such as Blushing Blooms.

Whether you like starting with a colorful ATC, coloring your own card fronts, or mixing several paper goods together, Stephanie's cards show just how much you can do when you have good creative starting points on hand.

Until next time, keep creating and discovering what's possible with STAMPlorations Paper Goods.

Paper Goods Showcase | Pop Art Coffee ATCs with Angy

Sometimes a great focal piece is all you need to get a mixed-media card started. STAMPgirl Angy shows us how with two cards featuring the Pop Art Coffee ATC, building layered backgrounds with stencils, stamped sentiments, and plenty of texture.

Make the Coffee the Star

For her first card, Angy placed a colorful Pop Art Coffee ATC front and center, then built a warm, coffee-themed background around it. She used the Dots 'n Beans stencil along with the Chevron Crazy stencil to add pattern and movement, and finished the card with the Grab a Cup stamp. The bright colors in the ATC stand out against the more muted background, while the stenciled layers keep the rest of the card interesting without competing with the focal piece.

Build Layers Around Your Focal Point

Angy's second card takes the same Pop Art Coffee ATC and creates a different mixed-media setting for it. This time, she used the Dots 'n Beans stencil to build texture into the rich brown background and added the Coffee Always stamp for another coffee-themed detail. The result has that wonderfully layered mixed-media feel, with the ATC providing the colorful focal point while the stenciling creates depth and visual interest around it.

A Simple Formula for Mixed-Media Cards

These cards are a great reminder that you don't need to start with a complicated composition. Choose one piece you really like, make it your focal point, and build the rest of the card around it. 

A colorful ATC, a coordinating stencil, and a few stamped details can be enough to create a card with plenty of personality. The key is letting the focal piece guide your color choices and keeping the supporting layers connected to its theme.

Keep Creating with Paper Goods

The Pop Art Coffee ATC is just one of the many paper goods you can use as a starting point for your next project. With card fronts, ATCs, collage paper, pocket backdrops, and ephemera cut-out sheets to choose from, there are plenty of ways to mix, match, layer, and create.

With our Paper Goods VIP Subscription, you choose any four paper goods products every four weeks for $21, with free U.S. shipping. It's an easy way to keep a variety of creative starting points on hand and choose the ones that fit your projects.

Check out the Paper Goods VIP Subscription and see what catches your eye for your next project.

Until next time, keep creating and discovering what's possible with STAMPlorations Paper Goods.

Paper Goods Showcase | Artsy Abstract #2 + Color Me Spring with Stephanie

I love when a paper goods piece gives you a starting point rather than dictating exactly where a card has to go. STAMPgirl Stephanie's two projects are a great example of that. She used two very different paper goods packs, Artsy Abstract #2 Card Fronts and Color Me Spring ATC, and combined them with Found Fragments and other STAMPlorations products to create two colorful, mixed-media-inspired cards.

What really caught my eye is how the same Found Fragments collection works with both designs. The result is two cards that feel like they belong together while still having completely different personalities.

Build a Birthday Card Around a Colorful Focal Point

For her first card, Stephanie used an Artsy Abstract #2 Card Front as the foundation for a bright birthday design. She layered a colorful floral piece over the abstract background and added the Found Fragments 1, 2, and 3 to bring even more of that mixed-media feel to the design. The HAPPY BIRTHDAY stamping in the upper right adds another layer of pattern, while the sentiment from A Snarky Birthday to You brings in the perfect bit of attitude: “at least you're not as OLD as you will be next year.”

I also love that Stephanie carried the STAMPlorations branding into the back of the card with Makers Mark #1. It's a small detail, but it gives the finished card that extra handmade touch.

Let the Background Become Part of the Artwork

Stephanie took a different direction with her second card, using a Color Me Spring ATC as the focal point. The butterfly artwork brings plenty of color and detail on its own, but she surrounded it with more layers of pattern and texture using Found Fragments 1, 2, and 3. She added the star stamp from A Snarky Birthday to You and numbers from the retired Mixed Media Elements stamp set, letting those little stamped details become part of the background rather than simply adding a separate embellishment. The Inspirational #1 clear stickers sentiment completes the card with a message about learning to dance in the rain. I especially like how the large butterfly remains the focal point even with all the other visual elements happening around it.

Two Paper Goods Packs, Endless Possibilities

These two cards show just how differently paper goods can be used when you treat them as part of the design rather than the entire design. The Artsy Abstract #2 Card Front creates a colorful foundation for a playful birthday card, while the Color Me Spring ATC becomes the centerpiece of a more inspirational design.

And because Stephanie used Found Fragments on both cards, you can really see how a consistent supporting element can tie very different paper goods pieces together. Add a few stamps, a sentiment, and whatever else catches your eye, and suddenly you have a card that feels completely your own.

Creative Takeaway

Don't be afraid to layer different kinds of paper goods and stamped elements together. A card doesn't have to have one obvious background and one obvious focal point. Pattern, texture, artwork, numbers, and little stamped marks can all become part of the same visual story. Start with the paper goods piece that catches your eye, then look through your stash for elements that repeat its colors, shapes, or overall feel. You may be surprised by how well seemingly unrelated pieces work together.

Keep Creating with Paper Goods

Stephanie's projects are a wonderful reminder of why I love having different types of paper goods in the STAMPlorations lineup. Card fronts, ATCs, ephemera, and other paper goods can all become starting points for something much more personal when you mix them with stamps, stencils, dies, and pieces from your existing stash.

If you want more paper goods to play with, check out our Paper Goods VIP Subscription. You choose the paper goods you want every four weeks, so you can pick the designs that fit your creative style and keep discovering new combinations.

Until next time, keep creating with paper goods!

words that matter | COLLECT + Retro Femme ATC with Vicki Dutcher

Some moments are worth holding onto: A beautiful view. A quiet afternoon. A handmade card from someone you love. COLLECT beautiful moments is a lovely reminder that sometimes the things most worth collecting aren't things at all.

Today, STAMPgirl Vicki brings that sentiment to life with a beautifully layered card pairing the Simple Expressions: COLLECT stamps with one of the vintage-inspired images from our Retro Femme ATC pack.

And this card is also a great example of something every card maker knows: sometimes a design doesn't come together immediately. You keep playing, adding, changing -- and suddenly it starts "talking" to you.

Building the Layers

Vicki started with the beautiful woman from the Retro Femme ATC pack and built the rest of her card around her. For the background, she pulled patterned paper from her stash, stamped it with Blossom Sprays #2, then ran it through the Circles All Over Texture Cover Plate for added texture.

But something was still missing. Vicki reached for the Bloomtangled #2 Cover Plate and cut two panels. She sponged ink onto the top layer, stacked the two together for dimension, and placed them over the patterned background. That's when the design started "talking."

The intricate lavender die-cut creates a beautiful frame around the Retro Femme image while allowing glimpses of the stamped and textured background to show through. Vicki finished the card with COLLECT beautiful moments, creating a wide banner-style sentiment that anchors the focal image and ties the entire design together.

Creative Takeaway

Sometimes more is exactly what a card needs. It's easy to think that if a design isn't working, we need to start over or take something away. Vicki's card shows another possibility: add the layer that's missing.

Her original stamped and textured background wasn't quite giving her the look she wanted. Adding the dimensional Bloomtangled cover plate didn't hide all that earlier work -- it became another layer of it. The stamping, texture, intricate die cutting, and Retro Femme image now work together to create depth without competing for attention.

So when a card isn't quite "talking" to you yet, don't give up on it. Try another layer, introduce a different texture, or simply move things around. Sometimes the card just hasn't told you what it needs yet.

Discover What's Possible

Our Simple Expressions stamps were designed to pair words that matter with the paper goods already in your stash. COLLECT beautiful moments feels especially at home with the nostalgic artwork of the Retro Femme ATCs, but a different image could give those same words an entirely different story.

And when you pair any Simple Expressions stamp with a qualifying Paper Goods Pack, the paper goods are 40% off, making it easy to create your own combinations.

Until next time, keep creating with words that matter.

words that matter | BELIEVE + Watercolor ATC with Chris Dring

Some words encourage us to look outward. Others remind us to look inward.

When I designed BELIEVE, I wanted it to be a gentle reminder that confidence doesn't begin with what others think of us -- it begins with recognizing our own worth. Sometimes the most important thing we can do is believe in ourselves before anyone else does.

Today, STAMPgirl Chris pairs BELIEVE with our Watercolor ATCs, creating two thoughtful cards that beautifully reinforce that message.

For her first card, Chris combined one of the Watercolor ATCs with a colorful strip from the Industrial Patchwork Collage Paper collection. She added a die-cut trio of perched birds* atop the softly textured watercolor background, enhanced with the Circles All Over Texture Plate Die. The layered elements create wonderful depth while keeping the design clean and balanced.

I especially like the symbolism of the birds perched together. Paired with the sentiment, Believe in your worth, they quietly suggest encouragement, companionship, and the confidence to keep moving forward.

(*The bird die Chris used is sold out, but our Perched Bird Die makes a wonderful substitute.)

Her second card takes a softer, more understated approach. Chris die-cut one of the Watercolor ATCs using a Curly Labels/Tags Nesting Die, making it the perfect focal point for the sentiment. Behind it, she created a kraft panel stenciled with Christmas Tree #1, then framed everything with stitched layering before mounting it onto the card base.

Although the stencil was originally designed as a Christmas pattern, the repeating trees become a simple geometric background here -- proof that many crafting supplies can be used far beyond their intended season.

Creative Takeaway

One of my favorite things about paper crafting is discovering unexpected ways to use the supplies already in our collection. For example, a holiday stencil can become an everyday background. Or an ATC can become a sentiment panel. And a collage paper strip can add just the right amount of color and texture without overwhelming a design.

Chris' cards are wonderful reminders that creativity often comes from looking at familiar products in new ways. When we stop thinking about what a product was designed for and start thinking about what it could become, our creative possibilities grow dramatically.

Perhaps that's another way to think about today's word: Believe -- not only in your worth, but also in your creativity.

Discover What's Possible

Pair any Simple Expressions stamp set with one of our qualifying Paper Goods collections -- including Card Fronts, Artist Trading Cards (ATCs), Collage Sheets, Pocket Backdrops, or Ephemera Cut-Out Sheets -- and discover how effortlessly they work together.

Right now, purchase any Simple Expressions stamp set and add one qualifying Paper Goods pack to your order for 40% off. It's the perfect opportunity to build your collection while discovering combinations that inspire your own creative style.

Until next time, keep creating with words that matter.

Whimsical Homes Take Flight | More Creative Ideas with Craftyfield

One of the things I enjoy most about featuring our STAMPgirls is seeing how they interpret the same products in completely different ways. In Sunday's post, STAMPgirl Craftyfield showed us how the Whimsical Homes ATC Pack could become the focal point of beautifully layered cards. Today, she's back with two more creative ideas -- one whimsical and one interactive -- that show just how versatile these little homes can be.

For her first project, Craftyfield imagined a growing family in a bigger and better home. She created a softly blended sky using Distress Inks, giving the background a subtle cloud effect that perfectly complements the whimsical scene.

The balloons, stamped with the A Snarky Birthday to You stamp set and colored with pencils, create the illusion of the house floating upward. A simple computer-generated sentiment, "Movin' Up!", completes the story while keeping the focus on the charming Whimsical Homes image.

It's a sweet, imaginative design that proves a card can tell a story with just a few thoughtfully chosen elements.

 

Craftyfield's second project is an interactive flip card designed to showcase not one, but two Whimsical Homes ATCs.

She matted each ATC with coordinating cardstock, then incorporated Faded Botanicals Collage Papers and Old Letters Pocket Backdrops to decorate the remaining panels. As the card opens, the design flips to reveal another charming home, giving the recipient a delightful interactive surprise. It's a clever reminder that ATCs aren't limited to single-panel cards—they can easily become the centerpiece of fun folds and interactive designs.

Creative Takeaway

One of the easiest ways to stretch your paper crafting supplies is to think beyond the obvious. In these two cards, the same Whimsical Homes ATCs tell two completely different stories. One creates the illusion of a house floating into the sky, while the other becomes part of an interactive flip card that reveals a second scene. Neither project required complicated techniques -- just a willingness to look at the images a little differently.

Sometimes creativity isn't about adding more. It's about discovering a new way to present what you already have.

Discover What's Possible

The Whimsical Homes ATC Pack is filled with charming illustrated homes that work beautifully as focal points for cards, journals, tags, mixed media projects, and interactive designs.

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Until next time, keep experimenting, keep creating, and keep discovering what's possible.

Charming Cottage Cards | Craftyfield with the Whimsical Homes ATC Pack

There's something undeniably charming about little cottages. They evoke warmth, comfort, and stories waiting to be told. Today, STAMPgirl Craftyfield brings that feeling to life with two delightful cards featuring our Whimsical Homes ATC pack, each showcasing a different approach to layering while allowing the artwork to remain the focal point.

Both cards have a soft, inviting feel, yet each tells its own visual story through color, texture, and thoughtfully chosen embellishments. If you'd like an even closer look at how these projects came together, be sure to visit Craftyfield's blog, where she shares more about her creative process behind each card.

For her first card, Craftyfield paired one of the Whimsical Homes ATCs with beautifully layered patterned papers, lace, ribbon, and softly stamped foliage using the Healing Herbs stamp set. The light blue botanical images echo the cool tones of the cottage, while the pink patterned papers add warmth and sweetness without overwhelming the focal image.

The layered papers and embellishments frame the ATC beautifully, allowing the charming illustration to remain the centerpiece of the design. It's a lovely example of how a small focal image can become the heart of an elegant, thoughtfully composed card.

Her second card takes on a more vintage-inspired mixed media feel. Here, Craftyfield combined Old Letters Pocket Backdrops, Faded Botanicals Collage Papers, Stitched Spring Landscape Die, Nostalgic #1 Clear Stickers, and the Life Is Sweeter stamp set to build a beautifully layered background for another Whimsical Homes ATC.

One of my favorite details is the stitched frame surrounding the focal image. It adds a tactile quality that makes the little cottage feel almost nestled into the card rather than simply adhered to the front. The small stamped sentiment and layered background details add interest while keeping the ATC front and center.

Creative Takeaway

These two cards are a wonderful reminder that a small focal image can inspire an entire design. Rather than filling every inch of the card, Craftyfield surrounds each Whimsical Homes ATC with coordinating papers, stamped textures, stitching, ribbons, and subtle embellishments that support the artwork without competing with it. Each layer serves a purpose, adding depth and personality while allowing the beautiful cottage illustrations to shine.

These projects also demonstrate how products from different STAMPlorations collections can work together seamlessly. Paper goods, stamps, dies, and clear stickers each contribute something unique, proving that thoughtful layering -- not complicated techniques -- is often what gives a handmade card its charm.

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It's a fun and flexible way to grow your collection with the designs you love.

Happy crafting!

Retro Femme ATCs Take Center Stage with Craftyfield

One of the things I love most about our paper goods is that they're designed to work beautifully together. An ATC can become the focal point of a card. Ephemera can add storytelling. A stencil can build atmosphere. Add a die cut or a clear sticker, and suddenly you've created something that's uniquely your own. STAMPgirl Craftyfield's two cards are wonderful examples of how a single Retro Femme ATC can inspire completely different designs.

For her first card, Craftyfield paired one of the Retro Femme ATCs with elements from the Nostalgia #1 Ephemera Cut-Outs collection, creating a nostalgic, vintage-inspired composition. I love how she layered the pieces over warm yellow and red cardstock, allowing the portrait to remain the star while the soda bottle and patterned strip add charm and personality. The tiny "moments in time" clear sticker is the perfect finishing touch - subtle, yet it beautifully reinforces the overall theme.

Her second card takes a more artsy mixed-media approach. Using the Strung Lights stencil to create an energetic background, she framed another Retro Femme ATC and added layered butterflies from the Flutter Zen and Bloomdala Bliss Felicity dies. What I especially love is how the butterfly echoes the bow in the portrait, creating a visual connection that ties the entire design together. The bold "you rock!" clear sticker finishes the card perfectly without distracting from the beautiful focal image.

These two cards show just how versatile our Retro Femme ATC can be. Whether your style leans toward clean layering or colorful mixed media, they're an easy way to create a strong focal point while leaving plenty of room to make each card your own.

Creative Takeaway

When building a card around a focal image, think beyond simply adding embellishments. Instead, choose supporting elements that reinforce your story or repeat shapes and colors already found in the focal point. On the first card, the layered ephemera builds a nostalgic scene. On the second, the butterfly repeats the curves and movement found in the portrait, creating a design that feels cohesive from top to bottom.

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Our paper goods are designed to mix, match, and inspire. With our Artist Trading Cards (ATC) Subscription, you choose your favorite ATC pack each month and enjoy free worldwide shipping.

Or join our Paper Goods VIP Subscription, where you can mix and match any four paper goods packs -- including Card Fronts, ATCs, Collage Paper, Pocket Backdrops, and Ephemera Cut-Out Sheets -- with free US shipping.

It's a fun and flexible way to grow your collection with the designs you love.

Happy crafting!

Artsy Masculine Cards for Father's Day with Stephanie

Happy Father's Day, STAMPfriends! If you're looking for the ultimate inspiration for high-impact, artistic masculine cards, you're in the right place. Today, Stephanie shows easy it is to mix bold artistic prints to create projects that any coffee-loving dad would cherish.

Instead of spending hours painting intricate backgrounds, Stephanie let our heavy-lifting Paper Goods products do all the hard work for her. By pairing vibrant, energetic coffee focal pieces with detailed background textures, she put together two gorgeous cards that are perfect for celebrating today!

Let's dive into Stephanie's beautiful creations:

Pop Art Coffee with Industrial Patchwork Accent Card

Stephanie focused on a beautifully detailed coffee cup focal piece from the Pop Art Coffee ATC pack. She matted the vibrant green and yellow coffee artwork on a bright yellow stitched frame. For the background, she showcased a dynamic, colorful sheet from the Industrial Patchwork Collage Papers collection, featuring striking panels of red, teal, black, and orange. She anchored the layout with clean vertical cardstock strips in teal and red running right behind the main image. To finish the card, she stamped the "Happy Father's Day" sentiment from the Sweet and Sassy Dad stamp set in red ink onto a crisp white strip and added three glossy black embellishments in the upper left corner.

Modern Abstract Coffee Card

Stephanie embraced a bold, modern abstract layout. She used another eye-catching coffee cup focal piece from the Pop Art Coffee ATC pack, featuring a striking teal, black, and orange design with swirls of steaming coffee. She layered this piece over a dramatic black label die-cut silhouette. The entire assembly is beautifully mounted over a full-panel background using the rich, multi-colored textures of the Industrial Patchwork Collage Papers. To keep the theme perfectly cohesive, she applied the clean "Happy Father's Day" sentiment from the Sweet and Sassy Dad stamp set right across tthe coffee mug artwork.

Aren't these cards just the perfect mix of artsy texture and masculine style for Father's Day?

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Don't forget to head over to Stephanie's blog to leave her some love on her post! What are you creating for the dads in your life today? Let us know in the comments below!

Retro Glamour and Interactive Folds: ATC Spotlight with Craftyfield

Hello, STAMPfriends! Craftyfield is back with another ATC spotlight. Today, she is sharing two gorgeous card designs that put a vintage-inspired spin on paper crafting using our Retro Femme ATC set. Whether you love clean panels with textured backgrounds or dynamic, interactive folds, these projects are sure to spark your creativity!

Here is a look at what Craftyfield created for us today:

Radiate Happy Retro

For her first card, Craftyfield designed a striking card featuring a soft pink card base and elegant, textured layers. She used a beautiful portrait from Retro Femme as her focal point. She framed the image on a white panel accented by the intricate geometric cuts of the Art Border #1 die. For the background, she ink-blended soft purple tones through the Shutters mini stencil to add a subtle pattern behind the retro illustration. She stamped the sentiment "radiate happy" along the bottom.

Retro Femme Interactive Waterfall Card

If you love interactive card making, this second project is an absolute showstopper! Craftyfield created a beautiful dark brown waterfall card that reveals a new vintage illustration with every flip. She used a rich chocolate brown card base for this interactive design. The front left panel features a white layer stamped with a heartfelt sentiment from the Thank You Coffee stamp set, accented by gems. On the right, she added a vibrant sunflower-in-a-jar image from Floral Parade Ephemera Cut-Outs. Flipping through the waterfall mechanism sequentially reveals three distinct vintage portraits from Retro Femme -- including one with retro sunglasses, one with bold red earrings, and one with a blue polka-dot hair scarf.

We hope you enjoyed these incredible designs by Craftyfield! Which style is your favorite -- the elegant stenciled panel card or the interactive vintage waterfall card?

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