Hello My Friend Card | Picket Fence Studios October Release

Hello Friends, yes I am back with another card today! 2 posts in one day... feast or famine around here, lol!

This time I’m excited to share this sweet friendship card I made using some of the fabulous products from the new Picket Fence Studios October 2024 Release! This card is also part of an Instagram hop, where TWO lucky winners will be chosen! One winner will receive a $50 Gift Card, and the other will win a Paper Pouncers Bundle! 🎁 

It was a joy combining these new and older items to create a heartfelt “hello, my friend” card, perfect for sending love and connection to a dear friend.

CARD RECIPE

Quilted Heart Frame - Beyond Basics A2 Rectangle and Cover Plate Dies

My Friend Dies - Cheers My Friend Word Die Set

Hello - Hello To You Word Die Set

Stamped Cuties - Baby Critters Stamps and Dies

Largest background panel -Yellow Primerose Paper Glaze

Second Panel - Huckleberry Paper Glaze

Bling - Thunderstorm Gems

Card Details:

Heart Cover Plate Background:
To start, I used the Beyond Basics A2 Rectangle and Cover Plate Dies, choosing the heart cover plate layer for the background. The delicate, repeated heart pattern adds a whimsical and heartwarming touch to the card. For a pop of color, I die-cut this layer in white cardstock and backed it with a beautiful blue panel created with Huckleberry Paper Glaze. This contrast of blue with white really highlights the hearts!

Adorable Critters:

The sweet little critters are from the Baby Critters Stamps and Dies set (an older Picket Fence Studios product). I stamped and colored these cuties, giving them soft, warm tones with Copic markers to add extra cuteness. I adhered them to the card with foam adhesive for dimension, placing them above the sentiment. To make the critters even more lovable, I added a tiny pink heart die-cut between them, fitting perfectly into one of the heart openings from the cover plate.

Lovely Sentiment Layers:
For the sentiment, I used two different die sets to create a layered greeting. The bold "hello" is from the Hello To You Word Die Set (older product), cut in black and adhered to a layer of vellum for softness. Below that, I added "my friend" using the Cheers My Friend Word Die Set from this new release. The combination of these two word dies makes for a friendly and inviting sentiment that anchors the card.

Background Layers:
For the base layer, I used Yellow Primerose Paper Glaze, which brings in a soft, glowing yellow hue. It gives a cheerful, sunny vibe to the card and plays nicely with the Huckleberry Paper Glaze. I love how the paper glazes create a smooth and polished look while offering rich, bold color.

Sparkling Finishing Touches:
No card is complete without a little sparkle! I used Thunderstorm Gems scattered around the cover plate layer to add a bit of shine and bling. These gems catch the light beautifully, enhancing the overall card design without overpowering the sentiment or critters.

This card is a sweet way to send a heartfelt greeting, and the new products from the Picket Fence Studios October Release made it easy and fun to create! I hope this card inspires you to craft your own projects and connect with friends through the art of cardmaking.

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

Ilda 💙

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Batty For You Spinner Card | Honey Bee Stamps

Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m excited to share a fun and whimsical Halloween card featuring the adorable Lovely Layers: Bat Dies from Honey Bee Stamps Falloween Release. This "Batty for You" spinner card is part of an exciting Instagram hop, where you can find even more spooky inspiration from fellow DT Members. It's the perfect way to send some Halloween cheer to your loved ones!

Click the photo below to join me on Instagram for a chance to win some prizes!

CARD RECIPE

Bat - Lovely Layers: Bat Dies

Pattern Paper - Sweet & Spooky Paper Pad

Window - Sweet Stacks Ovals

Sentiment - Sweet Halloween Stamps and Dies

Ink - Bee Creative Intense Black Ink Pad

Gems - Sweet & Spooky Gem Stickers

Cutting the Bat: 

Start by die-cutting the pieces for the bat using the Lovely Layers: Bat Dies. I chose a mix of dark gray and black cardstock to give the bat a spooky yet cute look. You will have to cut two of each piece to finish off both sides of the bat. Attach a clear thread down the center of the front bat before gluing on the back die-cut pieces. You will have to use the bad side of the die cuts so that the die cuts line up with the front. Trim anything that doesn't line up if necessary.

Background Design: 

For the background, I selected a skull-and-heart pattern from the Sweet & Spooky Paper Pad. The contrast of the soft pink hearts against the dark skulls gives the card a perfect Halloween vibe while keeping it playful.

Spinner Element: The spinner aspect of this card is what makes it extra fun! I used the Sweet Stacks Ovals to create an oval window in the center of the card. To assemble the spinner, I attached the clear thread to the top and bottom of the card base, securing it tightly with tape. For added stability, I pulled the thread ends to another area of the card base, secured them again with tape, and then trimmed off any excess. Finally, I adhered the top panel to the card front, sandwiching the thread between two layers of cardstock. This clever construction allows the bat to spin freely when the card is opened, adding a playful, interactive element that’s sure to delight!

Sentiment: 

The sentiment "I'm batty about you" was stamped using the Bee Creative Intense Black Ink onto a piece of pink cardstock. I then die-cut it using the coordinating Sweet Halloween Dies and adhered it below the spinner window.

Finishing Touches: 

To add a bit of sparkle, I embellished the card with the Sweet & Spooky Gem Stickers from the new Falloween Release. These stickers add just the right amount of shine to make the card pop.

This "Batty for You" spinner card is a delightful way to celebrate the Halloween season, and it’s sure to bring a smile to anyone who receives it. I hope this inspires you to create your own spooky-cute spinner card!

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

Ilda 🦇

SUPPLIES

Lovely Layers: Bat Dies Shop at: SB | HBS	Sweet & Spooky Paper Pad Shop at: SB | HBS	Sweet Halloween Stamps Shop at: SB | HBS	Sweet Halloween Dies Shop at: SB | HBS
Sweet Stacks Ovals Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Sweet & Spooky Gem Stickers Shop at: SB | HBS	Bee Creative Intense Black Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Platinum 6 Die Cutting Platform Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS
New Mini Misti Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Clear Nylon Invisible Thread Shop at: AMZ	Bearly Art Precision Glue Shop at: SSS | AMZ | HBS	White Gelly Roller Pen Shop at: SSS | AMZ | SB | HBS

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Vintage Mailbox Gift Card, Card | Honey Bee Stamps

Hello friends and Happy Monday!

Today's card features the super cool Mailbox Card Base from the Vintage Love Release from Honey Bee Stamps which I magically turned into a mailbox for a Gift card, so keep reading to see how I did that.

CARD RECIPE

Mailbox - A2 Vintage Mailbox Card Base Dies

Gift Card Post Card- Mini Postcard Die

Frame - Lovely Layouts Posted Dies

Inside sentiment - Mailbox Memos Stamp Set

Background Stamps - Postmarked Stamp Set

Gems - Vintage Love Gem Stickers

To create the space for the Gift Card, I added a thin piece of foam tape along the edge of the top layer of the mailbox and then glued it to the bottom layer. 

To hold the gift card I simply used a tape runner and applied low tack tape to the back of the gift card I then attached it to the Mini Postcard Die that I had stamped using images from the Postmarked Stamp Set.

To keep the mailbox door closed I cut a thin strip of magnetic material and attached it to the door and the inside of the mailbox.

On the inside, I stamped a sentiment from the Mailbox Memos Stamp Set.

Once the recipient removes the gift card they will also see another little message that I stamped from the Mailbox Memos Stamp Set.

Hope this Vintage Mailbox Gift Card inspired you to use your supplies creatively! Hidden surprises are always fun for the recipient, making this card extra thoughtful!

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

Ilda 📬

SUPPLIES

Mailbox - A2 Vintage Mailbox Card Base Dies Shop at: SSS | HBS	Lovely Layouts: Posted - Dies Shop at: SSS | HBS	Mini Postcard Die Shop at: SSS | HBS	Postmarked Stamp Set Shop at: SSS | HBS
Postmarked Dies Shop at: SSS | HBS	Mailbox Memos Stamp Set Shop at: SSS | HBS	Mailbox Memos Dies Shop at: SSS | HBS	Background Blender Brushes Shop at: SSS | HBS
Bee Creative Intense Black Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Stamping Pressure Tool Shop at: HBS	Bee Creative Bitty Buzz Cutter Shop at: HBS	Vintage Love Gem Stickers Shop at: SSS | HBS
Bee Creative Glue Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Platinum 6 Die Cutting Platform Shop at: SSS | SB | SB	New Mini Misti Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Oxide Ink Pad VINTAGE PHOTO Shop at: SSS | SB
Oxide Ink Pad BLACK SOOT Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	White Gelly Roller Pen Shop at: SSS | AMZ | SB | HBS

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Bake a Cookie Gift Card | Picket Fence Studios

Hello friends! 

I have another post to share with you today, this time featuring some new goodies from Picket Fence Studios and I think this one is pretty sweet 😉 yes, pun intended. The simple technique I am sharing is a great way to give a gift card to someone and this fun Bake a Cookie A2 Layering Stencil Set makes the perfect backdrop to gift a sweet treat.

CARD RECIPE

Background - Bake a Cookie A2 Layering Stencil Set

Sentiment - Lick the Bowl

Stencil Stabilizer  - Paper Inking Palette - 4x9

Stencil Paste - Paper Glitz - Buttercream

Stencil Paste - Paper Glaze Luxe - Chocolate Frosting

Inside ink - Black Hybrid Ink Pad

To start, I used the bottom cookie layer stencil from the Bake a Cookie A2 Layering Stencil Set and applied a thin layer of Paper Glitz - Buttercream. While that layer was drying I stamped out the sentiment from the Lick the Bowl stamp set using white pigment ink that I then heat set with white embossing powder. I then trimmed out the sentiment strip with a paper trimmer. 

Now back to the background, add the top layer of the cookies using the other stencil from the Bake a Cookie A2 Layering Stencil Set this time using Paper Glaze Luxe - Chocolate Frosting. Once that is dry it is time to assemble the card.

Add foam dots behind the sentiment strip, the width of the foam placement should match the width of the gift card, snug enough to secure the card in place, but not too tight that it is hard to remove it. Once that is figured out center it onto the card front and stick the strip in place. Snip off any excess paper that hangs off the edge of the card. I then added some gems to the strip for extra sparkle. Here is another look at the card without the gift card in place.

On the inside, I stamped another sentiment from the Lick the Bowl using a Black Hybrid Ink Pad.

Well, I hope you enjoyed this simple gift card technique, and for those of you who want to see my debut Reel for Picket Fence Studios, make sure you are following along on Instagram.

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

Ilda 🍪

SUPPLIES

Bake a Cookie A2 Layering Stencil Set Shop at: SSS | SB | PFS	Paper Inking Palette - 4x9 Shop at: SSS | SB | PFS	Lick the Bowl Shop at: SSS | SB | PFS	Paper Glitz - Buttercream Shop at: SSS | SB | PFS
Paper Glaze Luxe - Chocolate Frosting Shop at: SSS | SB | PFS	The Stamp Scrubber Shop at: SSS | SB | PFS	Black Hybrid Ink Pad Shop at: PFS	Stamp Pressure Tool Shop at: SSS | SB | PFS
Bearly Art Precision Glue Shop at: SSS | AMZ | HBS	Shark Tooth White Atelier Ink Shop at: SSS | IO3	Arctic White Emb.Pwd. Shop at: SSS | IO3	Neenah Solar White 110lbs Shop at: SSS | AMZ | HBS
New Mini Misti Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS

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Lovely Layers Anniversary Card | Honey Bee Stamps

Hello Friends, 

I hope you can join me today on Instagram as the Honey Bee Stamps DT celebrates the Vintage Love Release with an Instagram Hop. Whenever there is a Hop there are prizes, so make sure you don't miss out!

This Anniversary card is all about the Layers! Absolutely love how easy it was and how it all came together. The finished card measures 6.5x5 inches. This release is not only great for Valentine's but all year round as the pieces are timeless.

CARD RECIPE

Embossed Heart - Floral Heart 3D Embossing Folder and Die Set

Frames - Lace Heart Layering Frames Dies

Sentiment base Die - Lovely Layouts: Posted - Dies

Patter Paper - Textiles and Texture Vintage Paper Pad

Sentiment - Mini Messages Stamps 

White Sentiment layer - Mini Messages Dies

Embellishments - Vintage Love Gem Stickers

White Ink - Bee Creative Brilliant White Pigment Ink

Black Ink - Bee Creative Intense Black Ink Pad

Besides, die cutting and stamping the sentiment this card is not complicated at all. Like I said earlier, it is all about the layers.

The hardest part was embossing the large heart using the Floral Heart 3D Embossing Folder and then Die-cutting it with the coordinating heart. I then used the Bee Creative Brilliant White Pigment Ink and rubbed it over the embossed raised areas.

Let me know if you have any questions. Feel free to ask in the comments below! Hope to see you all over on Instagram and until then, thank you for stopping by ... Happy Crafting!

Ilda 💖

SUPPLIES

Floral Heart 3D Embossing Folder and Die Set Shop at: HBS	Lace Heart Layering Frames Dies Shop at: HBS	Lovely Layouts: Posted - Dies Shop at: HBS	Textiles and Texture Vintage Paper Pad Shop at: HBS
Mini Messages Stamps Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Mini Messages Dies Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Vintage Love Gem Stickers Shop at: HBS	Bee Creative Intense Black Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS
Bee Creative Brilliant White Pigment Ink Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Stamping Pressure Tool Shop at: HBS	Bee Creative Bitty Buzz Cutter Shop at: HBS	White Foam Dots Shop at: HBS
Bee Creative Glue Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Neenah Solar White 110lbs Shop at: SSS | AMZ | HBS	Platinum 6 Die Cutting Platform Shop at: SSS | SB | SB	New Mini Misti Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS

To make supplies easy for you to find, I have linked them above. If something is no longer available I will link to a similar product. Affiliate links may be used depending on the product linked. Please help support my blog by using these links while shopping at no additional cost to you. For more information about the affiliates I use, please visit my disclaimer here. Thanks so much for all your support!

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