Give Thanks Floral Cluster w/Stamp Simply

Today it's my day to share on the Stamp Simply Blog as well as here and on my Instagram Page.  Every time I get out my Stamp Simply products, I always know that I'll have lots of fun creating, that I'll find gorgeous stamps to create my card or project, and that the perfect scripture or sentiment will be easy to find.  They carry SO many great images, scriptures and sentiments at Stamp Simply along with all the lovely matching die-cuts.  This week, we're all featuring the Product(s) of the Week which are our four (4) gorgeous Floral Cluster Stamps.  And YES, they're all on SALE this week at 20% off.  Here's a BONUS:  The ONE coordinating Floral Cluster Die Cut perfectly cuts ALL FOUR of the lovely seasonal Floral Cluster Stamps.

My card started with a piece of kraft cardstock that I layered with a piece of Autmun Blessings (retired) patterned paper some cardstock.  I did machine stitch the piece of patterned paper to the other layers, and I tore the edges a bit.  Using the beautiful Fall Floral Cluster Stamp Set, I stamped the big floral cluster you see at the top left.  I used the coordinating Floral Cluster & Sprigs Dies to cut the cluster as well as for the added foliage.  I messed up (smudged) my sentiment stamping directly onto the paper, so I had to stamp it again and place it on a flag cut with a Fishtail Banner Die to cover my mistake.  I really wish that hadn't happened.  But, you've gotta roll with it at this point in the process.  Anyway, this sentiment can be found in the Welcome Fall Pumpkin Stamp Set.

I used the lovely My Church Stamp Set to stamp the church.  The church and floral cluster were embossed with dark brown embossing powder and then painted (floral cluster) or colored (church).  The church was cut using the Country Church Dies.  This die set also includes the trees that are tucked in behind the church.  That just about covers everything I used on this card.  Oh, a bit of Tim Holtz Distress Spritz gave everything a dusting of color and shimmer.  Don't miss out on this fabulous SALE at Stamp Simply.  It's a great time to stock up on some of your favorites.

Thanks so much for your visit here today.  Please stop by the Stamp Simply Blog for loads of great inspiration, as well as on my Instagram Page.  It's always a treat to hear your thoughts, and I look forward to seeing what you're creating this week.

This is a great sale.  You won't want to miss it.  And remember, the ONE Floral Cluster die-cut will cut ALL FOUR of the different Floral Cluster Stamps.

Blessings,

Karen

Autumn Thanks w/Poppystamps

So many super cute die-cuts with so many lovely details.  These lovely layered dies from Poppystamps are SO much fun to use.  The card I'm sharing today features some of the older Poppystamps favorites with some of the NEW Holiday Cheer 2026 Release dies.  All of the dies you'll find at Poppystamps are so sweet and simple to use.  These layered dies will provide you with hours of happy creative crafting.

I used black and cream cardstocks for the base.  I cut all the inner layers using the (2764) Eyelet Frame Dies and I layered some cardstock and patterned paper layers to my base.  This gives my card so much texture.  On the outmost layer, I thread Ivory Baker's Twine through the loops and tied a sweet little bow in the corner.  Using lots of paper layers is something I enjoy.  There's something about layers, depth and texture that really makes me happy.  It's also a great way to use up scraps of patterned paper.

The first thing I cut was that DARLING NEW (2788) Country Pickup Truck Die Set.  I used vellum for the back window, Blueberry Mist for the truck, and grey cardstock for the bumper, lights, etc.  How cute is that truck?  I absolutely love it, and it's SO easy to put together.  Next, I cut several pumpkins using the (2787) Pumpkin Patch Dies.  I inked them and placed them in and around the truck.  Some are raised up with 3-D Foam Tabs.

Can we talk about that darling little fox?  She was put together using the sweet (2786) Nordic Waving Fox Dies.  I used some patterned papers for her dress as well as for the backgrounds and some of the pumpkins so that everything would easily coordinate.  It's easy and fun to combine cardstocks with patterned papers when using Poppystamps Dies.  It's also a great way to use up paper scraps.  Well, I sure do appreciate you stopping by to take a peek at my card today.  Thanks so much and have a great week.

Blessings,

Karen

So Grateful for You w/Stamp Simply

There are so many things for which we can be grateful.  When I really stop and start counting all those blessings, it really is a never-ending list.  God is SO very good to us, and there's always a reason to give Him thanks.  One of the many blessings God gives us are all the wonderful people He sends into our lives.  Telling others how much you appreciate them is an encouragement to them, and it will bless the giver in the process.  Stamp Simply's amazing products always make it easy and fun to send just the right message.

Today's card starts with a basic black cardstock base.  I used Tim Holtz Watercolor Cardstock to paint my fun backgrounds.  Some watercolors, ink splatters, and my messy background was all set.  This is a very simple design.  I wanted to keep the sentiments the focal point of my card.  I used Spellbinders Rectangle Dies to cut the watercolored pieces.  Stamp Simply carries so many wonderful scripture stamps and words of encouragement.....for those in ministry and for everyday folks.  You can always find the perfect sentiment at Stamp Simply.

All the sentiments that I stamped on my card can be found in the Pastor & Ministry Appreciate Greetings Stamp Set.  Again, this set can be used for a pastor card, pastor's wife, or for anyone who has been a blessing to you.  Both this set and the Pastor & Ministry Scripture Stamp Set are ON SALE this week for 20% off.  It's a great time to grab these wonderfully encouraging stamp sets while they're on sale.  Every pastor and servant of God deserves a thank you, and I'm guessing you already have someone in mind who would love to receive a card like this to say thank you for your service.

Whatever you're looking for, I do hope you'll stop by Stamp Simply to look around.  You'll be pleasantly surprised at all the wonderful products that await you there.  You'll also find loads of awesome creativity and ideas on the Stamp Simply Blog.  Thanks so much for your visit here today, and please know that I'm very grateful for YOU.

I'm sharing this card in the following FUN challenges:

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - ANYTHING GOES

TIME OUT Challenges - Challenge #320 - I was inspired by the stained-glass windows, and this is my take on incorporating that feel and all those beautiful colors.

Blessings,

Karen

Sharing a Christmas Coffee

Hurray!  Today is one of those fun days when I get to create and share a card that wasn't created for any Design Teams or anything.  This one was just for FUN, and that's exactly what it was.  I had such a good time creating this sweet and caffeinated Christmas card.  It's not all that often, especially lately, that I have the time (and energy) to create cards just for the fun of it.  When I do get the opportunity to do so, I love to make Christmas cards just to get ahead.  Well, that, and they're also a lot of fun to make.  This card uses a complete mish-mash of products.  I'll try to name them all as we go.

I used a piece of scrap packaging cardboard for the base.  To that, I added some machine stitched October Afternoon and Crate Paper patterned papers.    Next, I added the big red bow which is an old one from The Greetery.  The small piece in the center (from Crate Paper patterned paper) is the Eyelet Frame Die from Pretty Pink Posh.  The two coffee cups were stamped and cut using them Have a Cup on Us Stamp Set and Die Cuts from Stamp Simply.  The Peace & Joy is also from Stamp Simply, and the other stamped images on the coffee cup are from Paper Sweeties.

The cute little cookies that I added are found in the adorable Hug in a Mug Dies from The Greetery.  I think that pretty much covers all the things I added to this busy card.  I've always enjoyed adding lots of pretty paper layers and I tend to pile on a lot when making a card like this.  I even contemplated another sentiment but finally decided that Peace & Joy is quite enough.  Other than that, maybe "yum".

Thanks so much for stopping by to visit me here today.  I'm also sharing this on my Instagram Page where I really hope you'll visit and Follow.  I'm sharing this fun caffeinated Christmas card in a few challenges where I enjoy playing along whenever I possibly can.  Happy crafting, sweet friends.

I'm playing along and sharing my sweet and caffeinated card here:

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - ANYTHING GOES

Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenges - Challenge #2634 - Anything Goes Entry #3/3

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Simon Says LOTS OF LAYERS

The Paper Funday Challenge Blog - Anything Goes - Entry #4

Blessings,

Karen

Layered Candles w/CutCardStock

It's been a real gamechanger for me since I discovered the AWESOME quality cardstocks from CutCardStock.  The weight and thickness of this wonderful cardstock make such a difference in the overall quality and look of all my cards.  When you hold these cardstocks in your hands, you can feel the rich quality and see the vibrant colors.  CutCardStock has SO many wonderful cardstock choices from which to choose.  Here's a look at what I created to share with you today.

This card uses Cougar White Cardstock for the base, top layer, sentiment strip and candle wicks.  The second layer and some of the candles were cut with DCS Plum Cardstock.  The other colors used to cut these darling candles include DCS Raspberry Ice Cardstock, Pop Tone Pink Lemonade, Lessebo Salt Water Blue, Pop Tone Snow Cone, Pop Tone Grapesicle, DCS Orange Zest, and Astrobright Solar Yellow Cardstock.  They're all so pretty together.

The sentiment I used is from Stamp Simply Clear Stamps, as is the Fishtail Banner Die on which it's stamped using a small piece of the wonderful Cougar White Cardstock.  The background piece was cut from it as well using the Dot Dash Nested Rectangle Dies from Brass & Bliss Co.  Those darling Layered Candle Dies are also from Brass & Bliss Co.  These quality cardstocks really make them shine.

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  The next time you're in the market for some really amazing high-qulaity cardstocks, just head on over to CutCardStock to see what you're missing out on.  You really will LOVE the difference these cardstocks will make in your crafting.  Have a wonderfully creative week, everyone.

I'm sharing my card here:

The Paper Funday Challenge Blog - Anything Goes - Entry #3

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - ANYTHING GOES

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - LOTS OF LAYERS

Blessings,

Karen

New Release at Poppystamps

It's time for another FUN card using more of the fabulous NEW Holiday Cheer 2026 Release from Poppystamps.  This awesome new collection includes the sweetest dies including penguins, a fun sled, an old truck, pumpkins, trees and SO much more.  You can see it ALL by popping over to Poppystamps for a quick peek.  I'm having so much fun using these awesome new die-cuts, and you will too.

How CUTE, right?  This card came together easily.  I used black and red cardstocks for my base.  The top white layer was cut using the darling Eyelet Frames, and I ran some Cherry Baker's Twine through the holes for an extra fun touch of dimension.  The red hearts were left over pieces which were cut using the sweet Heartfelt Pinpoint Frame Die.

The sweet trees were cut using two different shades of green cardstock and the AWESOME NEW Trimmed Trees Dies.  They're really awesome trees for all kinds of projects, and I know it's a set I'll use a lot.  Those sweet little penguins can be found in the NEW Santa Penguin Dies and Coffee Penguin Dies.  The gift that penguin (on the right) is holding can also be a heart 💗or a cute little coffee cup.  And finally, they're taking a quick ride on the darling NEW Winter Sled.  How fun.

Be sure to visit Poppystamps to see all these fabulous NEW dies.  You can also find lots of great inspiration and a FUN monthly Challenge on the Poppystamps Blog.  It's always a blessing to have you visit me here, and I want you to know that I really appreciate you for it.  Take care and enjoy your week, everyone.

I'm sharing this card in the following:

Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge - Challenge #2634 - Anything Goes sponsored by Lawn Fawn

Blessings,

Karen

I Thank God for You w/Stamp Simply

It's hard for me to believe that it's already nearing the end of August.  Where has the Summer gone?  Soon, we'll be seeing the changing colors of the leaves and experiencing cooler temperatures.  My husband is happy about this because our A/C bill was outrageous this last month (highest ever).  But this "old lady" needs her A/C, so I praise God for it.  Today I'm sharing a card with you that celebrates the arrival of Autumn using a few lovely products from Stamp Simply.

I used the same design as the card I shared last week (sorry, but I've been travelling and in a time crunch) by using cream cardstock and some pretty Patterned Paper Pads.  I used older paper scraps from October Afternoon that I machine stitched.  I used the Sizzix 3-D Texture Fades Typewriter Embossing Folder.  Using an Embossing Folder gives our cards so much fabulous texture and depth.

I attached all my patterned papers to the embossed cardstock base.  I used the lovely Give Thanks Stamp Set to stamp the leave with acorns and the sweet sentiment.  I cut it with the coordinating Give Thanks Dies.  This sweet Give Thanks Stamp Set is on SALE this week along with the Harvest Stamp Set.  It's always fun sharing an interesting card using just ONE simple stamp set.  Stamp Simply makes it easy to create sweet cards.  The finishing touches were some Burlap String and a button.

We hope you'll stop by Stamp Simply to look around and take advantage of this week's fabulous SALE.  It's a great time to pick up a new stamp set or two.  Thanks so much for stopping by here today to take a peek and leave me your thoughts.  I'd love to hear what's new in your world this week.  Happy crafting, everyone.

I'm sharing my card here:

Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenges - Challenge #2634 - Anything Goes sponsored by Lawn Fawn

Blessings,

Karen