Hello Reader, Today’s clean and simple card brings yesterday’s sketch to life with a fresh mix of bold contrast and soft detail. I’m sharing a sneak peek of the upcoming Garden Gatherings Bundle, paired with two of the NEW In Colors—Golden Glow and Hydrangea Hue—for a modern, eye-catching combination. Crisp layers, a touch of black for definition, and those delicate botanical images make this design feel both polished and playful. Best of all, everything you see here will be available...
7 days ago • 5 min read
Hello Reader, If you love clean and simple with a touch of polish, this exclusive sketch #148 is a must-save. The layered background creates instant structure, while the vertical elements draw the eye and make your focal point shine. Add a sentiment strip and a bit of ribbon, and you have a design that feels both effortless and elevated—perfect for any occasion. Watch your inbox tomorrow—I’ll be sharing a card inspired by this sketch that showcases SNEAK PEEK Products! save or print this...
8 days ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, Bold color meets effortless design in today’s cards featuring a sneak peek of the upcoming Scenic Coast Suite Collection. The painterly seaside scenes do all the heavy lifting, making it easy to create striking, layered cards in minutes. The Iridescent Foil on the Designer Series Paper is STUNNING! Photos do not do it justice. I paired the artwork with the warm, golden tones of the NEW In Color Golden Glow for a fresh, sunlit finish that feels both vibrant and versatile. SNEAK...
11 days ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, SNEAK PEEK product spotlight: Exciting Times Bundle - 167881 - $39.50 Valley in Bloom Designer Series Paper - 167935 - $13.00 Old Olive Two-Tone Cardstock - 166683 - $10.00 Dewdrops Embellishments - 167748 - $9.00 measure & cut (from bottom to top): card base: Basic White Thick Cardstock: 4 1/4 X 11, scored at 5 1/2 layers (before die-cutting): Old Olive Two-Tone Cardstock - 4 x 5 1/4 Old Olive Two-Tone Cardstock - 3 3/4 x 5 Valley in Bloom Designer Series Paper - 4 to 6 cropped...
14 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, This week’s exclusive sketch is all about balance and bold structure. With a mix of layered panels and clean lines, it’s a versatile layout that lets your Designer Series Paper do the talking while still leaving room for a standout sentiment. Whether you go soft and subtle or high contrast, this design makes it easy to create something striking. Watch your inbox tomorrow—I’ll be sharing a card inspired by this sketch that showcases SNEAK PEEK Products! save or print this sketch!...
15 days ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, This fresh, garden-inspired sample from Stampin’ Up! immediately caught my eye—and it’s even better when you break it down into simple, doable steps. The layered die-cut tools, soft watercolor wash, and pops of patterned detail come together for a clean, balanced design that looks impressive but is surprisingly easy to recreate. I’m sharing a step-by-step tutorial so you can confidently build this card from the ground up and use the layout as a springboard for your own color...
18 days ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, Freshly restocked and ready to shine—the Delicate Dreams Specialty Designer Series Paper takes center stage in today’s clean and simple card. Soft blue florals paired with warm neutral textures create an effortlessly elegant look, while a few layered details add just the right amount of depth. I’m sharing a FREE step-by-step tutorial so you can easily recreate this "You get me” card in under 10 min! product spotlight: Pop Up Petals Stamp Set -167041 Delicate Dreams Specialty...
21 days ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, Fresh, cheerful, and full of pattern play—today’s slimline card brings yesterday’s sketch to life with a banner-style design that’s both simple and striking. I mixed prints from the Lovely & Beautiful Specialty Designer Series Paper (now restocked!) to create a soft, coordinated backdrop, then layered bold die-cut letters using the Alphabet À la Mode Dies (last chance at a great price!) to spell out a friendly “HELLO.” The Party Banners Dies and Three Banner Punch make it easy...
28 days ago • 6 min read
Hello Reader, Today’s exclusive sketch is all about movement and layers—perfect for creating a striking slimline card with effortless style. The angled banners add energy while still keeping the design clean, making it easy to mix patterns, textures, and color for a polished finish. Watch your inbox tomorrow—I’ll be sharing a fun card inspired by this sketch! save or print this sketch! 100+ FREE Stampin' Pretty card sketch ideas you can print or save! These sketches are designed to spark...
29 days ago • 3 min read
