Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

It feels so good to be back creating and sharing with you again—and today I’ve got two beautiful cards to show you, featuring the Sunflower 3-D Embossing Folder. I have to tell you, this folder is pure magic. My head is spinning with all the ideas and techniques I want to try using it—seriously, it’s a creative goldmine!

For both of today’s cards, I started with one of my favorite and super simple techniques: inking directly onto the embossing folder. Yep, you heard that right! I tapped my Misty Moonlight ink pad directly onto the side of the folder where the image is concave. Once your paper is inside and you run it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, the ink hugs all the right places and leaves you with the most amazing textured print. And that’s just the beginning!

My first card design takes that embossed and inked background and cuts it into three panels (from a 5″ x 3 3/4″ piece). I mounted the panels onto a Misty Moonlight mat cut to 5 1/4″ x 4″, creating a striking visual with just a bit of white space between the strips. Then, to add a touch of softness and extra texture, I tied a simple bow with linen ribbon. The greeting? It’s from the Full of Charm Paper Pumpkin Kit—a great reminder of why I love and keep subscribing to Paper Pumpkin each month. Those exclusive stamp sets are treasures I reach for again and again!

Now, the second card… is what happens when you stamp with a friend and she has colorful ideas!! Wow, and does it pop with color! After embossing the image, I used a sponge dauber to lightly apply Crushed Curry over the sunflower petals. Then I went a bit bolder, deepening the flower centers with more intense color. To really bring out the detail, I used a flat paintbrush to tap on a bit of Pecan Pie ink—and the result is absolutely gorgeous! I framed this beauty using the Textured Notes Dies (just trim your embossed panel slightly smaller than the frame), then mounted it to a Misty Moonlight card base.

To finish it off, I used one of my go-to greetings from The Right Words stamp set—perfect sentiments for just about any occasion. I die-cut it using the Stylish Shapes Dies, which always seem to give my cards that polished look.

These two cards are just a peek at what’s possible with this Sunflower 3-D folder—and trust me, you’re going to want it in your collection. It’s a staple for any season and pairs beautifully with your favorite inks and techniques. So go ahead—treat yourself to a little creative joy!

And if you’re not already subscribed to Paper Pumpkin, now’s the perfect time to jump in. The stamps alone are worth it, and the kits offer fresh ideas every month. (Not to mention, they coordinate beautifully with products you already love.)

As always, I hope today’s projects spark a little inspiration in your heart. If you need any of the supplies mentioned—or have questions—I’m here to help. Happy stamping, friends!

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