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La Dolce Vita and my Final Two Cards

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Hi card-making friends! I’m excited to share more of La Dolce Vita and my final Two Cards today. I’m revisiting this release to create with the Deckside Dreams die set, which is perfect for crafting a detailed ship and ocean scene. AND, I completely forgot about the stunning Lemon Fresco 3D Embossing Folder with its beautifully deep etching. I’ve absolutely loved working with this entire La Dolce Vita release—the Caribbean vibe, warm summer colors, and precise die cuts make card-making a true delight. I hope you enjoy these last two La Dolce Vita cards and feel inspired to create your own summertime designs!

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Handmade greeting card featuring layered die-cut lemons accented with pink and white flowers, green leaves, and purple flower buds. The lemons are placed on a white embossed background with a subtle floral pattern and framed with a bright green card base.

Supplies used for today’s La Dolce Vita and my Final Two Cards:

Handmade greeting card featuring layered die-cut lemons accented with pink and white flowers, green leaves, and purple flower buds. The lemons are placed on a white embossed background with a subtle floral pattern and framed with a bright green card base.

La Dolce Vita and my Final Two Cards – Lemon Fresco 3D Embossing Folder card:

  • To create this bright and cheerful handmade card, start with a white A2-sized card base, 4-1/4″ x 11″, score and fold at 5-1/2″.  Over that, attach a Rain Forest green card front cut at 4.25″ x 5.5″.
  • Next, cut a piece of white cardstock 4″ x 5.25″ and emboss his panel using the Spellbinders Lemon Fresco 3D Embossing Folder.  This folder adds a beautifully detailed, deeply etched citrus pattern that instantly brings texture and dimension to your card background.
  • Then, using the Citrus Spritz die set from the La Dolce Vita release, die-cut the lemons, leaves, and blossoms from colored cardstock. Lightly ink blend the edges of the lemons with Wild Honey and Mustard Seed Distress Oxide Inks to create depth and a more realistic look. Add Rustic Wilderness Ink to the green leaves a and Picked Raspberry and Wilted Violet ink to the florals.  Then arrange them in a cluster on the embossed background.
  • Finally, use the BetterPress plate and La Dolce Vita Sentiments to create the sentiment panels.  Cut them apart with the coordinating dies and attach below the lemons using foam squares for extra dimension.
  • Embellish with a few Peridot Color Essential Gems for a subtle touch of sparkle and cohesion.

This La Dolce Vita lemon card is perfect for sending warm wishes and a cheerful hello. The combination of the fresh citrus theme, 3D embossing, and detailed die cuts makes this design stand out beautifully.

Handmade nautical greeting card featuring a layered die-cut cruise ship in red, blue, and black with smoke coming from the smokestack. The ship sails on layered ocean wave die cuts in shades of blue, set against a light blue sky background. The card includes an “AHOY” sentiment on the ship’s bow and is photographed with red and blue envelopes on a white embossed floral backdrop.

La Dolce Vita and my Final Two Cards – Deckside Dreams Card:

  • To create this fun handmade cruise ship card, start with a white,  A2 card base.  For extra dimension, use a slightly darker blue panel for layering the ocean waves.
  • Next, die-cut the ship pieces using the Spellbinders La Dolce Vita Deckside Dreams die set. Cut the ship’s hull from black cardstock, the smokestack from black and white cardstock, and the ship’s body from red and blue cardstock for a classic nautical color palette. Layer and adhere the pieces together to build your detailed ship.
  • Then, for the ocean, die-cut wave shapes from various shades of blue cardstock and layer them across the 4.25″ x 5.5″ light blue card front to create depth and movement. Tuck the ship into the bottom wave so it looks like it’s sailing across the sea.
  • Finally, add a die-cut sentiment—here, a small metallic “AHOY” sign on the ship’s bow completes the nautical theme.  Created from the June 2025 Stitched Die of the month, Ahoy Matey!.
  • Finish by attaching your card front to the base and pair it with a bold red or blue envelope for a vibrant, summery look.

This La Dolce Vita Deckside Dreams nautical card is perfect for summer greetings, bon voyage wishes, or any ocean-themed handmade card project!

I hope you enjoyed these final two cards in my La Dolce Vita Series.  You can view the entire release here.

Here are the rest of the cards from this series:
Handmade summer card featuring a die-cut sunbather in a floral swimsuit lounging on a striped beach towel, created with the Spellbinders La Dolce Vita collection. Embellished with tropical leaves, pink and white flowers, and the sentiment “Ciao Bella – Sending Sunshine Just For You” on a vibrant yellow card base.handmade card featuring a stylized yellow sun face with geometric rays, created using Spellbinders La Dolce Vita collection. The sun is layered over a textured turquoise background with an embossed mosaic pattern.Handmade birthday card featuring die-cut lemons, vibrant green leaves, and pink and white blossoms, created with Spellbinders La Dolce Vita collection.view these three cards here

Handmade thank you card using the Spellbinders Beyond the Door die set from the La Dolce Vita release. The design features an arched aqua door opening to a scenic ocean view with clouds, stone steps, and detailed die-cut elements including vibrant pink flowers, lush cascading vines, and blue flower pots. A "Thank You" sentiment adds a personal touch, perfect for card makers who love dimensional die-cutting and scene building.and this card here.

 

 

Card Making Supplies used for the Spellbinders La Dolce Vita and my Final Two Cards:

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7 thoughts on “La Dolce Vita and my Final Two Cards”

  1. Amy Koenders

    Oh my goodness…I love that embossing folder and the lemon die cuts are fantastic! Such a pretty card!

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  4. Lisa Tilson

    both are so good! the lemons are just so pretty with all the floral accents but the boat is a super cool design.

    Reply

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