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How to Make a Textured Masculine Card Using Tim Holtz Idea-ology – Sea Life

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Hello there, crafty cardmaking friends! Let’s face it: making a card for the guys in our lives can feel like trying to solve a math problem in another language. We are channeling our inner mad scientist and getting our hands slightly messy—but in a highly sophisticated way. We are assembling a rugged, ocean-themed card using … Continue reading How to Make a Textured Masculine Card Using Tim Holtz Idea-ology – Sea Life

Tim Holtz Stamps and Simon Says Stamp Coordinating Dies Blog Hop

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Easy Watercolor Cardmaking: Featuring Floral Elements & Tiny Text It's exciting to be part the Simon Says Stamp Blog Hop, celebrating the incredible Tim Holtz Cling Stamps and their NEW Coordinating dies. My latest card features the fantastic "Floral Elements" and the "Tiny Text" stamp sets. ans some quick and easy watercoloring with Pawsitively Saturated ionks. … Continue reading Tim Holtz Stamps and Simon Says Stamp Coordinating Dies Blog Hop

A 5 Step Formula Card with the Simon Says Stamp June 2026 Card Kit

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Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - Cards & Coffee Time - May 31, 2026 Grab your ticket and your crafting snacks, because today we are stepping right up to the circus! I have another card to share with you using the Simon Says Stamp June 2026 "Step Right Up" Card Kit and it is literally … Continue reading A 5 Step Formula Card with the Simon Says Stamp June 2026 Card Kit

Simon Says Stamp – Always There Blog Hop – Day 2

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Hello there, amazing cardmakers! Glad you stopped by the blog today. We are rolling right into Day 2 of the new Simon Says Stamp "Always There" release celebration, and I have a fun double-feature for you. oday's main project features the Luna Flower Wafer Die as my centerpiece. I also used the Simon Says Stamp … Continue reading Simon Says Stamp – Always There Blog Hop – Day 2

Three County Fair Style Cards with the Simon Says Stamp June 2026 Card Kit

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Hey, lovely cardmakers! Step right up because the June 2026 Simon Says Stamp Card Kit is officially here, and it is a total carnival of fun! This month’s kit is called Step Right Up, and I am completely obsessed with the playful, nostalgic county fair/carnival vibe of this kit. I created three super fun notecards … Continue reading Three County Fair Style Cards with the Simon Says Stamp June 2026 Card Kit

A Mixed Media 5 Step Card with the Simon Says Stamp May 2026 Card Kit

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Hi, creative cardmakers! Sharing some mixed media love today using the Simon Says Stamp May 2026 Card Kit! If mixed media feels overwhelming to you, you aren't alone—that's why I rely on my 5-step formula to build layers and design with ease. I love how these textures came together. Hopefully, this 'Just for you' project … Continue reading A Mixed Media 5 Step Card with the Simon Says Stamp May 2026 Card Kit

Three 5 Step Mixed Media Cards with the Simon Says Stamp May 2026 Card Kit

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Hey, crafty cardmakers! Ready to get messy? We’re playing with the Simon Says Stamp May 2026 Card Kit to make three mixed media cards! I’m a big fan of keeping things simple so you can jump right in and create along with me. We’re putting my 5-step formula to work to finish all three cards … Continue reading Three 5 Step Mixed Media Cards with the Simon Says Stamp May 2026 Card Kit

Level Up Pre-Designed Cards! Simple Stories – Rustic Legend Card Kit

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Hello there, crafty friends! Let’s sprinkle some masculine magic on these already-fabulous Rustic Legend cards! We’re starting with 8 amazing pre-designed cards from the Simple Stories Rustic Legend Kit and giving them a major face-lift with extra texture, special brads, and custom borders. Since the "heavy lifting" is already finished, we get to jump straight … Continue reading Level Up Pre-Designed Cards! Simple Stories – Rustic Legend Card Kit

A Mixed Media Butterfly Card with the Simon Says Stamp April 2026 Card Kit

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Hi, creative cardmakers! I’m so happy to share this fluttery mixed media card I made using the Simon Says Stamp April 2026 Card Kit. I had such a lovely time creating lots of flat layers from the kit to build up the background. I really love mixed media because of all the beautiful layers and textures … Continue reading A Mixed Media Butterfly Card with the Simon Says Stamp April 2026 Card Kit