Lucky to Have You: A Gambling-Themed Shaker Card | Honey Bee Stamps

Today, I am beyond excited to share a sneak peek of the Honey Bee Stamps Perfect Match Release, featuring this playful gambling-themed shaker card! This flat shaker design is a combination of vibrant colors, glittering gold, and clever techniques—perfect for showcasing the new Jackpot Layering Stencil and other fantastic products from this collection. Please note some links will not be active until the release goes live after the Live Release Party on Jan 15 on YouTube at 8 pm EST.

The background was created using the Jackpot Layering Stencil, an absolute showstopper! I blended the layers with InkOn3 inks and Honey Bee Blender Brushes to achieve a bright, casino-inspired look. The vivid pinks, reds, and greens bring out the charm of playing cards, poker chips, dice, and more. The stencil design sets the perfect tone for the card, radiating all the fun of a jackpot moment!

Watch this come together in my latest IG Reel 👉 HERE - after the Live Release Party on Jan 15 on YouTube at 8 pm EST.

For the shake feature, I used the Honey Bee A2 Shaker Pockets, which are a game-changer for flat shaker cards. Here’s a helpful TIP to avoid the "pillow effect" caused by the natural spring of acetate: once you’ve glued the acetate flaps to the card panel, apply heat to the flaps to flatten them completely. This technique ensures the pocket stays flat and doesn’t puff up.

Before sealing the final flap of the shaker pocket, I added a generous amount of gold confetti, representing glittering gold coins—a nod to the casino theme. The flat shaker design makes it easy to mail, while still providing dynamic movement and sparkle.

SUPPLIES

Jackpot Layering Stencil

Lucky to Have You Sentiment Die

Lovely Layers: Roll the Dice

Honey Bee A2 Shaker Pockets

Honey Bee Blender Brushes

Gold Confetti

Bee Creative Clear Embossing Ink

Inkon3 Inks

Clear Embossing Powder

Vellum

White Gel Pen

Adhesive

Foam Dots

Heat Tool

The sentiment, "Lucky to Have You," was crafted using the Lucky to Have You sentiment die from the release. To give it dimension and shine, I:

1. Die-cut the sentiment once from black cardstock.

2. Coated the top layer with Bee Creative Clear Embossing Ink.

3. Added a couple of coats of clear embossing powder and heat set them for a glossy, professional finish.

The sentiment was adhered to a vellum shadow layer, adding a soft yet elegant touch that helps it stand out against the vibrant background.

To complete the design, I embellished the card front with poker chips and dice cutouts from the Lovely Layers: Roll the Dice set. For added detail, I used a white gel pen to draw highlights on the poker chips and dice before gluing them down. These small details bring the entire design to life and tie the gambling theme together seamlessly.

This shaker card was an absolute joy to create, and I hope it inspires you to dive into the Honey Bee Stamps Perfect Match Release! Whether you're crafting for a casino-loving friend or simply looking to try your hand at a flat shaker design, this project is full of tips and techniques to elevate your card-making game.

Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!

Ilda 🃏

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If You Were a Carrot: A Charming Piggie-Themed Card | Picket Fence Studios

Welcome to the blog! Today, I’m sharing an adorable handmade card featuring the Big Piggie Hugs Stamp and Die Set from the January Release by Picket Fence Studios. This playful and heartfelt design is perfect for brightening someone’s day with a sweet and creative sentiment: "If you were a carrot, I’d always pick you!"

Before we dive into the details, make sure you head over to my 👉Instagram and join the HOP, for the MEGA giveaway celebrating the first Hop of the Year!

Let’s dive into how this card came to life and highlight the fantastic products and techniques used.

CARD RECIPE

1. Stamp and Die Set: Big Piggie Hugs Stamps and coordinating dies
2. Stencil Set: Scene Building A2 Stencil Set: Layers of Adventure
3. Sequin Mix: Blissful Beauties
4. Other Essentials:
   • Picket Fence Studios Black Hybrid Ink (for crisp stamping)
   • Frame: Beyond Basics Vintage Rectangles and Coverplate Dies
   • Life-Changing Blender Brushes (for seamless ink blending)
   • Copic Markers (for vibrant image coloring)
   • White Gel Pen (for highlight details)
   • Distress Oxide Inks (for the blended background)
   • Chunky Glitter (for the sparkly cloud details)

The cute piggie image from the Big Piggie Hugs Stamp Set is the star of this card. I stamped it using the PFS Black Hybrid Ink, colored it with Copic Markers, and added finishing highlights using a white gel pen. The basket of vegetables and oversized carrot bring the scene to life with their bright, playful colors.

The sky was ink-blended with soft pastel tones using Distress Oxide Inks and the Life-Changing Blender Brushes. I used the Scene Building A2 Stencil Set to shape the fluffy clouds, which were embellished with Chunky Glitter for added sparkle. This touch gives the card a whimsical and dreamy vibe.

If you’re inspired to create your own piggie-themed card, make sure to check out the latest release from Picket Fence Studios. Their innovative tools and high-quality products make crafting fun and enjoyable. Let your creativity flow and share your unique take on this design!

I hope you enjoyed this card and feel inspired to create your own. Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting! 

Ilda 💖

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Spring-Inspired Valentine’s Window Balcony Scene Card | Honey Bee Stamps

Hello friends!

Looking for a unique way to craft a spring-inspired Valentine’s card? This see-through Window Balcony Scene card is perfect for spreading love and creativity. Using Honey Bee Stamps supplies, I created a detailed, dimensional card featuring a charming springtime balcony. Here’s how you can recreate this beautiful design! For those who want to watch this come together, click HERE to see my latest Instagram REEL.

CARD RECIPE

1. Rustic Brick Wall Embossing Folder: For the soft pink embossed background.

   • Tip: Mist the paper lightly with water before embossing to prevent cracking.

2. Lovely Layers: Window Die Set: For the intricate window, balcony, and greenery.

   • Ink-blend the edges of the greenery with black ink to add depth and shadow.
   • Add pink ink blending to the center of the flowers and top them with pink pearls from the Gingerbread Pearl Sticker Set for a soft touch.

3. Lovely Layers: Pinecone Die Set: For the adorable 3D bow.

4. Heart Hugs Die Set: Add a sweet heart to the bow for a Valentine’s vibe.

5. Lovely Layers: April Showers: The charming bird brings life to the balcony scene.

6. Great Greetings: Everyday Die Set: For the bold “Hello” sentiment, tying the entire card together.

Make It See-Through

• To create the see-through window, die-cut both the top layer and the top of the card base simultaneously using the same die through the die-cut machine. This will ensure both layers are perfectly aligned. If the bottom layer doesn’t cut all the way through, the die’s impression will serve as a guide to easily align and cut it again. I didn't use this method initially because I hadn’t planned to make the window see-through. As a result, it took a little more time to carefully align the top layer with the card base opening.

I love how cute this card turned out. The combination of soft pinks, lush greenery, and intricate details makes this card perfect for spring and Valentine’s Day!

Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!

Ilda 💖

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Easy DIY Birthday Cards with Minimal Supplies - Bibi's Intense Color Collection | Contact Crafts

Hello friends, and Happy New Year! 🎉

If you’re like me, you can never have too many birthday cards in your stash. To kick off the year creatively, I decided to fix that by making some Easy DIY Birthday Cards with Minimal Supplies. These cards are not only vibrant and cheerful but also super simple to create!

For today’s projects, I’m showcasing Bibi Cameron's new Intense Liquid Colors, Sparkle Bases, and Stackable Stamps. These tools made the process a breeze! You can check out my IG Reel HERE to see how these colorful creations came together.

CARD RECIPE

 

Bibi Cameron's Release | Contact Crafts

• Intense Liquid Colors Retro Brights - 8 Pack|SSS 
• Sparkle Base - 4 Pack|SSS
• A,BiBi,C's Alphabet Stamps by Bibi Cameron (Lane Narrow Font with Stackable Blocks)|SSS
• Packaging Stamps by Bibi Cameron (Good Stuff Inside Clear Stamps with Stackable Blocks) |SSS
• Packaging Stamps by Bibi Cameron (Happy Mail Clear Stamps with Stackable Blocks)|SSS

Basic Supplies:

• Watercolor Paper - I used Strathmore Bristol paper
• Paper Trimmer
• Brushes 
• Sequins
• Micron Pen
• Paint palette
• Water for cleaning brushes (2 vessels - one for dirty water and clean water)
• Black Ink 
• Glue
• Black Card Stock is used as a card panel to create the background frame
• Card Bases

Here are some close-ups of the cards I made. Don’t mind the little sequin that slid off the first candle—it’s fixed now, haha! Each card is bursting with bright, happy colors and minimal fuss. Perfect for any birthday celebration. 

Tips & Tricks

1. Layering with Sparkle: The Sparkle Base adds a subtle shimmer that brings the designs to life. Perfect for birthday celebrations!
2. Mix & Match Stamps: The stackable stamp sets are incredibly versatile. Use them to customize each card with unique sentiments. I forgot to take a photo of the back with the personalized stamp and logo. Make sure to watch the video for that!
3. Frame It Up: Adding a black cardstock frame helps make the colors pop against the white base.

If you’re looking for a creative way to stock up on birthday cards or just want to play with some bold, fun supplies, give these a try! I hope this inspires you to dive into your crafting stash and start creating.

Happy crafting, and here’s to a colorful and creative year ahead!

Ilda 🎂✨

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