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A handmade winter birthday card with a teal, blue, and green watercolor-style background created using Lindy’s Magical Powders and the Simon Says Stamp Wonderland Snowflakes embossing folder. White snowflake designs are embossed across the panel, and a layered “Happy Birthday” sentiment in white cardstock and vellum sits in the center, giving the card a soft, snowy, elegant look.
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Simon Says Stamp Winter Birthday Card

Hi, card-making friends!  I’m so excited to be joining Simon Says Stamp today for Day 2 of the Heart to Heart Blog Hop.  There is so much beautiful inspiration waiting for you along the hop – plus giveaways and a free gift with purchase, which always makes things even more fun!.

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January 10, 2026 79 Comments
Handmade Valentine shaker card with a white embossed heart background, a lavender and aqua layered heart frame, and a cute blue peacock holding a purple heart in the center. Pink heart sequins fill the shaker, and the sentiment reads, “Proud as a peacock to be your Valentine.”
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Simon Says Stamp Sweet Peacock Valentine

Good evening, crafty friends!  Tonight kicks off the brand-new Simon Says Stamp Heart to Heart release, and it’s bursting with winter charm and Valentine’s Sweetness.  For my first card, I combined four fabulous new products from the release:

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January 7, 2026 10 Comments
Handmade Christmas card featuring bright green embossed holly leaves with raised texture and stenciled details, accented with dimensional pink berries on a white background. Black sentiment strips read “Sending Cheer,” with paint splatter details and a festive pink backdrop.
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Simon Says Stamp Gathering Holly

Wow, December 18th already!  The days are absolutely flying by as we race towards the holidays.  I have another Christmas card to share with you today featuring the Simon Says Stamp Gathering Holly Embossing Folder and coordinating stencil, from the DieCember® release.

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December 18, 2025 5 Comments
Handmade card featuring two adorable panda bear slippers nestled together on a blush pink background embossed with the Sweet Stems Embossing Folder from the Spellbinders December Club kits. Die-cut flowers and leaves decorate the card, with a coordinating sleep mask above the slippers and a black-and-white sentiment that reads “Let’s do nothing together.” Card created using the Spellbinders Deluxe Caboodle Bonus Gift of the Month.
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Spellbinders Dec 2025 Club Cards

Hi cardmaking friends!  Today I have five Spellbinders Dec 2025 Club Cards to share with you.  I spent the weekend cleaning up and organizing all the monthly clubs, and I had so much fun creating these projects.

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December 16, 2025 7 Comments
Handmade Good Fortune Horse card with an ink-blended background in pink, orange, and purple distress oxide inks, embossed with the Distress Mix 3D embossing folder and highlighted with gold and white paint. The horse is die-cut from carrot-orange cardstock with gold mirror mane, tail, and saddle. Card displayed on a pink surface with coordinating dies and a black fountain pen beside it.
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Good Fortune Horse Die Cut Card

Hey card makers – welcome back!  Today I’ve got a quick and super fun project to share:  the Good Fortune Horse Die Cut Card.  This brand-new stamp and die set from Spellbinders launches today, and let me tell you….it’s an absolute blast to create with!

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December 10, 2025 8 Comments
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Resting Dove Die-Cut Christmas Card

Welcome to Day 2 of the Simon Says Stamp DieCember® Blog Hop!  DieCember truly is the most wonderful time of the year – packed with a huge selection of brand-new dies and festive crafting products.  Today, I’m excited to showcase a couple o these fabulous new releases for you!

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December 6, 2025 89 Comments
A handmade Christmas card featuring a large red snowflake die cut from Spellbinders Poppy cardstock layered over an embossed panel of Spellbinders Waterfall cardstock. The card is embellished with a gold “LOVE • PEACE • JOY” label from the Label Slider stamp and die set, tied with shiny gold cord from Simon Says Stamp. The festive color combo pops beautifully against a backdrop of snowy evergreens.
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Simple Large Snowflake Card

Hi cardmaking friends!  I’m back with another Simple Large Snowflake Card – actually, two of them!  These designs are super easy to mass-produce, perfect for the busy holiday season.

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October 31, 2025 8 Comments
Handmade Christmas card featuring the Simon Says Stamp Festive Wreath Embossing Folder, ink-blended with soft green and pink hues to highlight the raised holly leaves and berries. The card is finished with a bold pink “merry” die-cut sentiment from the Holiday Duo Die Set and accented with a sheer pink ribbon bow tied around the panel. Layered on red and green cardstock for a festive, elegant presentation.
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Simply Elegant Festive Wreath Christmas Card

Hi cardmaking friends!  I’m back with another Simply Elegant Festive Wreath Christmas Card.  This one is super simple and easy to make using the beautiful Festive Wreath 3D embossing folder from Simon Says Stamp.

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October 29, 2025 8 Comments
Handmade holiday card created by Sandi MacIver using the Spellbinders To You and Yours Clear Stamp and Die of the Month and the 3D Embossing Folder of the Month. The design features a blue ombré ink-blended background embossed with a brick pattern, overlaid with a white embossed Christmas tree-shaped sentiment that reads “A Very Merry Christmas to You.” The card is accented with white paint splatters and small clear gems for sparkle, layered over teal and navy blue cardstock panels.
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Spellbinders To You and Yours Holiday Card

Hi cardmaking friends – welcome back!   Today I’m sharing my Spellbinders To You and Yours Holiday Card, created with Spellbinders Clear Stamp and Die of the Month and the 3D Embossing Folder of the Month. 

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October 16, 2025 4 Comments
Handmade Christmas card created with the Spellbinders October Large Die of the Month – Window Wonderland. The design features a teal bay window with white snow on the roof, colorful holiday lights, and a decorated Christmas tree visible inside. A child in winter clothing pulls a sled stacked with bright gift packages across a snowy ground in front of a black embossed brick wall background.
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Spellbinders Window Wonderland

Hi crafty friends! Welcome Back!.  It’s the 6th of the month, and you know what that means –  NEW SPELLBINDERS CLUBS are here!  Today, I’m sharing the Spellbinders Window Wonderland, the Large Die of the Month.

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October 6, 2025 9 Comments
Handmade Halloween card created with the Simon Says Stamp My Boo stamp and die set. The card features a cute copic-colored ghost framed on a black panel with the sentiment “boo.” The background is embossed with the Dotted Spiral embossing folder on soft pink cardstock, adding texture and dimension. Playful ghost and pumpkin accents complete this cheerful Halloween design.
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Two More Pink Halloween Cards

I have Two More Pink Halloween cards to share with you today!  I’ve been having so much fun creating in this non-traditional color palette, and clearly, the trend continues, haha. 

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September 26, 2025 5 Comments
Handmade card featuring stamped and die-cut images from the Simon Says Stamp Pumpkin Pals set, colored with Copic markers. The design includes a cute gray bunny hugging an orange pumpkin, surrounded by additional pumpkins with green leaves. The background is embossed with the Dotted Spiral embossing folder on bright turquoise cardstock, adding texture and dimension.
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Simon Says Stamp Pumpkin Pals

Hi cardmaking friends!  I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend.   Today, I’m excited to share a card made with the Simon Says Stamp Pumpkin Pals set from the regular September release. 

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September 7, 2025 12 Comments
Handmade fall-themed greeting card created with the Spellbinders September Clear Stamp, Die, and Embossing Folder Clubs. The background features a rich green embossed panel with a leafy vine pattern. At the center, there’s a cluster of colorful stamped and die-cut images including a sunflower, acorn, gourd, and teal pumpkin, along with a sentiment strip reading “A LITTLE FALL CHARM, JUST FOR YOU.” Small golden gems accent the design, adding sparkle.
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Spellbinders Autumn Clubs

Hey card-making friends, welcome back!  The 6th of the month means it’s time for NEW SPELLBINDERS CLUBS.  This month’s theme is all about cozy fall vibes-think sunflowers, autumn leaves, pumpkins, playful cats, and even a few goblins.

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September 6, 2025 10 Comments
Handmade thank you card created with the Simon Says Stamp Blossom Burst embossing folder and Fancy Thank You sentiment die. The background features the blackout technique with Ocean ink, highlighting red and purple flowers with yellow centers against a teal backdrop. A bold layered red and white “thank you” sentiment is centered on the card, adding dimension and contrast.
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Simon Says Stamp Blossom Bursts Thank You Card

Hi cardmaking friends!  I hope you’re enjoying a fabulous long weekend with family and friends.  Today I’m sharing my final card from the Happy Camper release – the Simon Says Stamp Blossom Bursts Thank You Card. 

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August 31, 2025 2 Comments
Handmade “Thinking of You” card featuring two embossed and die-cut butterflies from the Simon Says Stamp Confetti Butterflies embossing folders and dies, part of the Happy Camper Release. The butterflies are shaded in purple with textured wing details, surrounded by dimensional green leafy die cuts and pink gem accents, all arranged on a soft mint green card front. Card is styled on a purple background with greenery and white berry sprigs.
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Simon Says Stamp Confetti Butterflies

Welcome back, cardmaking friends! Today I’m excited to share a project featuring the Simon Says Stamp Confetti Butterflies from the recent Happy Camper release.

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August 11, 2025 9 Comments
Handmade floral card featuring a die-cut teal and aqua bird perched on a leafy branch with red flowers and yellow centers, set against a white embossed floral background with blue gem embellishments – Simon Says Stamp ILYSM collection.
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Simon Says Stamp ILYSM Card | and Happy Camper Blog Hop Day 2

Hey card-making friends, welcome back! I’m thrilled to share this project featuring the Simon Says Stamp ILYSM Card and even more excited to join the team for Day 2 of the Happy Camper Release Blog Hop. There’s loads of inspiration waiting for you—plus a FREE GIFT with purchase!

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August 2, 2025 71 Comments
Handmade floral card created with Simon Says Stamp Happy Camper release products. Features an embossed pink and coral background with leafy floral designs, layered white and yellow die-cut flowers with bright green leaves, and a brown ink-blended tag with a white die-cut “Hello” sentiment. Embellished with sparkling clear gems for added dimension and shine.
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Simon Says Stamp Fantasy Bouquet Card

Hey cardmaking friends! I’m thrilled to share this Simon Says Stamp Fantasy Bouquet Card with you today, created with goodies from the brand-new Happy Camper Release—available tonight at Simon Says Stamp!

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July 30, 2025 10 Comments
Handmade rainbow birthday card featuring a colorful ink-blended background embossed with seashells and sand dollars. White and gold paint splatters add texture and shimmer, while a bold black and white sentiment reads “Make your birthday a splash!” in the bottom right corner. Perfect for summer or beach-themed celebrations.
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Simon Says Stamp Sensational Seashells Rainbowed

Today I’m sharing something a little different—this vibrant Simon Says Stamp Sensational Seashells Rainbowed birthday card. The 3D embossing folder is part of the recent Friend Like You release and includes coordinating dies for many of the shell images.

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July 16, 2025 7 Comments
three hand made greeting cards in Mediterranean colors celebrating la dolce vita
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Spellbinders La Dolce Vita Cards

Hey, card-making friends, welcome back.  Today, I have new Spellbinders La Dolce Vita Cards to share with you.  Over this past weekend, I had the privilege of working with this latest release.

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June 16, 2025 8 Comments
Embossed hand made card with a 3 tone blue background, a salty walrus with a seagull standing on his head
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More Nautical Club Cards

Today I’m playing with the Large Die of the Month, the Stencil of the Month, the Small Die of the Month, and the 3D embossing Folder, all rolled into two fun cards.  I’m having a blast with the nautical theme this month, and these adorable critters are so much fun to create.

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June 5, 2025 6 Comments
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