Tag Archives: Spring Cards

Spring Blooms with the Easter Time Mix & Match Ephemera Pack

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

On Sunday, I shared a sweet little bunny card created with the Easter Time Mix & Match Ephemera Pack, and today I’m back with another simple, spring-inspired design—this time featuring the charming watering can. I love how this pack makes it so easy to create beautiful cards without overthinking every detail. The soft pastels, playful spring imagery, and ready-to-use pieces truly let the ephemera do the work for you, which makes crafting feel relaxing and joyful… just the way it should be.

For today’s card, I paired the watering can ephemera with coordinating patterned paper that instantly says spring is here. The vertical stripes add a cheerful pop of color, while the softer patterned panel balances everything out beautifully. The watering can—filled with delicate spring blooms—becomes the perfect focal point, layered over a subtle die-cut circle for a bit of texture and dimension. A simple “hello, spring” greeting finishes the card without taking away from the artwork, making this a lovely design for birthdays, happy mail, or just because.

I’m sharing the replay of my LIVE demonstration / a step-by-step video that walks you through both cards—the bunny card from Sunday and today’s watering can card. In the video, I share all the measurements, layering tips, and simple tricks I use so you can confidently recreate these designs or use them as inspiration for your own spring cards. Whether you’re brand new to cardmaking or just looking for something quick and stress-free, this project is a great reminder that beautiful cards don’t have to be complicated.

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I hope you enjoy today’s card as much as I enjoyed creating it. I hope you enjoyed the video … soaking in the inspiration, and most of all—have fun crafting.

Thanks so much for stopping by and spending your time with me. 💕

Simply Sunday: Spring Smiles Made Easy

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

If you’re craving a little creative time that feels easy, joyful, and totally stress-free, you’re going to love today’s Simply Sunday card. 🌸 This project highlights the Easter Time Mix & Match Ephemera Pack, and it truly is as quick as a bunny’s hop to put together. If your craft table has been calling your name—or if you just need a moment of calm—this is the perfect place to start.

Springtime creativity comes to life with the Easter Time Mix & Match Ephemera Pack, filled with soft pastel colors and charming imagery that instantly makes you smile. Tulips, sweet bunnies, floral wreaths, classic wicker Easter baskets, and blooming water cans make mixing and matching effortless. For today’s card, I chose one of the floral wreath and an adorable bunny, letting the ephemera do all the heavy lifting while still creating a card that feels thoughtful and handcrafted.

To add texture and visual interest, I used the All in a Row Embossing Folder, which is a favorite when I want subtle structure without overwhelming the design. The beautifully embossed grid pattern includes florals, stripes, and dots with deep texture that gives the card such a lovely tactile feel. It’s one of those details that really shines when you see it in person—and makes a simple layout feel extra special. If texture is something you love in your cards, this folder is definitely one to take a closer look at.

The layers for this card are clean and classic, creating the perfect base for our spring focal point. The A2 card base is Early Espresso, measuring 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ and scored at 4 1/4″. I added a Flirty Flamingo mat cut to 5 1/4″ x 4″, followed by embossed Basic White at 5 1/8″ x 4 7/8″. These simple layers frame the ephemera beautifully and allow the soft spring colors to really stand out. If you enjoy designs that are easy to recreate but still have that “wow” factor, this layout is one you’ll want to save.

Once the wreath and bunny were in place, all that was left was the greeting. I reached for the Exploring Nature Stamp Set, which is intended as a companion to the scrapbook kit—but I absolutely love using it on cards, too. These sentiment-only stamps are all about embracing adventure, soaking in the sunshine, and celebrating the great outdoors. I framed the greeting using the Textured Notes Die, which adds just the right finishing touch without stealing attention from the main elements.

This sweet little card is wonderfully versatile—it works beautifully for Easter, spring greetings, or even a birthday. That’s one of the things I love most about Mix & Match ephemera: it makes creating fast, fun, and flexible projects so easy. If this card inspired you, I’d love for you to try something similar at your own craft table and see how quickly it comes together.

Thanks so much for stopping by for today’s Simply Sunday inspiration. 💕 Be sure to leave a comment and let me know how you would use this card—and don’t forget to check out the supplies if they’ve found their way onto your wish list.

Until next time, happy stampin’ and enjoy every little moment of spring creativity!

The Timeless Allure of Lavender Fields

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’ll be introducing the Perennial Lavender Suite by Stampin’ Up! – a captivating collection designed to infuse your creations with the timeless allure of lavender fields.

At the heart of this suite lies the exquisite Painted Lavender Bundle and the Perennial Postage Bundle… yes, it’s a Mega Suite!! It is accompanied by the stunning 12 x 12 Perennial Lavender Designer Series paper, promising an array of possibilities for your artistic endeavors. You’ll also find the beautiful Paper Butterfly Accents and dazzling Purple Fine Shimmer Gems.

Versatility reigns supreme with the Perennial Lavender Suite, combining the Perennial Postage bundle and coordinating Painted Lavender bundle. This dynamic duo offers an abundance of decorative stamps featuring elegant floral motifs and charming sentiments. The postage-inspired elements add a fun touch to this and other bundles. The precision of the floral dies effortlessly complements the stamps, enabling you to create intricate die-cut designs that add depth and finesse to your projects. The versatility of thess bundles knows no bounds, making it a must-have for both seasoned crafters and novices alike. 

This suite makes even the most simple card designs … Stunning!

One of the standout benefits of the Perennial Lavender Suite is its seamless coordination. The stamps, dies, designer paper, butterfly accents and purple gems harmonize effortlessly, allowing you to mix and match elements with ease. Whether you’re crafting greeting cards, scrapbook layouts, or home decor accents, the cohesive nature of these products ensures a polished and cohesive end result. 

You’ll love how the Perennial Lavender Suite encapsulates versatility, coordination, and quality, elevating your creative journey to new heights. With the Perennial Postage Bundle and the 12 x 12 Perennial Lavender Designer Series paper at your fingertips, your imagination is the only limit to what you can achieve. Embrace the timeless allure of lavender and let your creativity blossom! 

I have the links below for your shopping convenience, and don’t forget …. It’s Sale-a-bration so with each $50 in merchandise, you can choose exclusive products for FREE! 

Thank you for joining me today, enjoy!

Oh Happy Day Card / Rain or Shine!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I have another Rain or Shine card for you, in fact … I’m sharing them all here today. I like to share several samples of the same product so you are inspired to create / play with you goodies and to maximize the value of your purchase. I want to make sure you get your moneys worth!

You will enjoy this little cutie for sure …

Using the same pattern of designer paper as I did yesterday, you’ll want to start with a 3” X 4” and cut at 1” and 3” leaving you with 1” left (and a 2″ center). These are layered onto Basic White and the Mango Melody.

The turtle is die cut from the Rain or Shine designer paper … you want the one that is at the edge, then there is no waste because he looks pretty awesome coming in from the side of your card! The front will be attached to the Balmy Blue card base.

To finish off the card, stamp your greeting with Momento ink and punch from the Dual Oval Punch (Mango Melody from Scallop Oval). Attach 3 of the loose daisy’s using liquid glue to the sentiment on your card front and you are done!

There is so much you can do with this bundle, have you seen these yet?

These two bunnies, above and below have designer paper shirts!! Just stamp the bunny image onto the designer paper and cut it out (the die coordinates with the stamp and designer paper!) Love it!

And then there was yesterday’s card ….

So, are you falling in love yet? I’ll have more to share soon but I will be sharing Sale-a-bration samples with you because time is running out, only 11 more days to Sale-a-brate!

Have an awesome Friday, and I’ll see you tomorrow!