Tail Wagger Birthday Card | Pet-Tastic Release Sneak Peek | Honey Bee Stamps

Hello, crafty friends! Today, I'm excited to share a sneak peek at the Pet-Tastic Release from Honey Bee Stamps with this adorable dog-themed card. If you love crafting for pet lovers, this release is a must-have! Please note links will go live after the release party tonight Feb 28, 8 pm EST.

CARD RECIPE

Tail Waggers Rubber Stamps 

Tail Waggers - Coordinating Honey Cuts
Lovely Layers: Dog Beds Honey Cuts
You've Got a Friend Stamp Set

"Free Bee" A2 Card Stock Set
Bee Creative Intense Black Ink
A2 Scallop Frame Set
Simply Spring Sticker Set
Copic Markers

Glossy Accents 

White Gel Pen 

Foam Ball

This card features the Tail Waggers Rubber Stamp Set and Coordinating Dies. I colored the bulldog using Copic markers, giving it a realistic look. To add a little extra shine and dimension, I applied glossy accents to the eyes and nose.

The cozy dog bed and cute bone come from the Lovely Layers: Dog Beds Honey Cuts. The layers add beautiful depth to the design. I also used patterned paper from the "Free Bee" A2 card stock set (free with a qualifying purchase of $100) to create the background.

The sentiment, "Anyone can be cool, awesome takes practice!" is from the You've Got a Friend Stamp Set and is stamped in Bee Creative Intense Black Ink. I framed the design using an A2 Scallop Rectangle Frame, which adds a lovely touch.

For a pop of sparkle, I used gems from the Simply Spring Sticker Set. The party hat was a fun DIY addition—I cut a small triangle from the same colored paper as the bed and added white gel pen dots for decoration. A foam ball tops it off for an extra festive touch!

I hope you love this fun, pet-themed card as much as I do! Stay tuned for more inspiration from the Pet-Tastic Release. Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy crafting!

Ilda 🐾✨

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Lucky Ducky Greetings | Picket Fence Studios

Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m sharing a fun and cheerful handmade card featuring the adorable You Are Quacktastic stamp set from the Picket Fence Studios February Release. This card is packed with dimension, texture, and bright colors, perfect for bringing a smile to someone’s face. It is also part of a 2-Day Instagram Release Hop. So if you would like to be entered to win some fabulous prizes, make sure to HOP along. I also will be sharing a Reel on how this card came together, so don't miss that either :) Now, let’s dive into the details!

CARD RECIPE

Beyond Basics: A2 Scallops, Arches and Window Coverplate Dies - Card base and Panel

You Are Quacktastic Stamps - Duckies

You Are Quacktastic Coordinating Dies - Duckies

Hello 3.0 Word Topper Die - Hello Sentiment

Scene Building: A2 Tall Grass Blades - Grass

On a Cloudy Day Stencil - Shimmery cloud accents

Sparkle - Paper Glitz

Opaque Green Grass Paper Splatter - Green Splatter marks

Ink Palette inside Misti - for stabilizing paper for Stamping

PFS Black Hybrid ink - for stamping

Other Supplies:

Copic Markers - for coloring images

White Gel pen - for highlights

Creating the Card Base

I started with a top-folding A2 card base and die-cut it using the scallop frame die. To ensure the card remained functional, I placed the die slightly over the folded edge to create a hinge. Then, I die-cut another full scallop layer and adhered it to the front for a clean, finished look.

Stamping and Coloring the Images

One of my favorite time-saving tricks for stamping multiple images at once is using the PFS Paper Inking Palette inside my MISTI tool to keep everything perfectly aligned. Instead of peeling each stamp off the carrier sheet, I place the entire set face down onto my cardstock. Then, I carefully close the MISTI lid to pick up the stamps while ensuring they stay in place.

To keep everything secure, I flip the MISTI onto the window, opening it from back to front while holding down the lid. I then tape the edge of the carrier sheet to the window, ensuring it doesn’t shift. With everything locked in place, I ink up the entire set and stamp all the images in one go using PFS Black Hybrid Ink—quick, easy, and perfectly crisp every time!

Pro Tip: Restamping for Crisp Lines

Do not remove the stamped sheet from the MISTI. After coloring the images with Copic markers, I restamped them using the MISTI to enhance the outlines. This simple trick makes the images pop and look polished!

Once everything was colored and crisp, I used the coordinating dies to cut out the images.

Building the Scene

To create a playful and whimsical background:

• I stenciled fluffy clouds using the On a Cloudy Day Stencil and added shimmer with Sparkle Paper Glitz.

• I die-cut A2 Tall Grass Blades in green cardstock and added texture with Opaque Green Grass Paper Splatter.

• The Hello 3.0 Word Topper Die created a bold sentiment, blending seamlessly into the grassy background.

Finally, I arranged my ducklings in a neat row, following their stylish mama! Everything was adhered using a mix of foam tape and liquid glue for dimension.

Inside the Card

I kept the inside simple but fun, stamping the sentiment:

“I am so proud that you have all of your ducks in a row. Have a lucky ducky birthday!”

This pun-filled message adds the perfect finishing touch!

This Lucky Ducky Greetings card was a joy to create! With a mix of layering, stenciling, and die-cutting, it’s an eye-catching design that’s surprisingly easy to make. I hope this inspires you to get crafty with the Picket Fence Studios February Release!

Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting and don't forget to join the 2-Day Instagram HOP and enter to win some amazing prizes!

Ilda 🦆✨

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Life is Better with a Furry Friend Card | Picket Fence Studios

Hello, crafty friends! I am so excited to share a delightful card made with some amazing products from Picket Fence Studios' December release. This card combines adorable designs, bright colors, and a touch of sparkle for a truly joyful creation. And guess what? If you'd like to see this card come together step by step, I’ve got a REEL over on my Instagram page—be sure to check it out! Let’s dive into the details!

CARD RECIPE

For this project, I played with the following fabulous Picket Fence Studios products:

• Life is Better with a Furry Friend Stamp (sentiment and pillow)
• Life is Better with a Furry Friend Die Set (sentiment and pillow)
• Happy Paws Stamp  (puppies)
• Happy Paws Die Set (puppies)
• Fetch Layering Stencil Set (rainbow paws and bones)
• Twinkle Lights Clear - Paper Glaze Luxe (bones)
• Basic Die Cutting Set 1 (dome panel)
• Celestial Skies Gems (embellishments)

Staple Products/Tools: 

• Pint-sized Paper Pouncers (blending out the Sentiment)
• Black Hybrid Ink Pad (stamped images)
• Platinum 6 Die Cutting Platform
• Copic Markers
• White Gel Pen
• Gold 1.0 Karin DecoGel Pen
• Misti Tool
• Palette (inside Misti for stamping)
• Palette Knives
• Life Changing Blender Brushes (ink blending)
• Squeezed Lemon, Picked Raspberry, Broken China and Black Soot (Distress Oxide Inks)
• Barely Arts Glue

Creating the Background

The base of the card features a colorful background with paw prints and bones, and here’s how I achieved it:

1. Stenciling the Rainbow Paws: I used Life Changing Blender Brushes with Distress Oxide Inks in Squeezed Lemonade, Picked Raspberry, and Broken China. These blend beautifully to create a cheerful gradient across the paw prints.
2. Adding the Twinkling Bones: Using the bones layer of the Fetch Layering Stencil Set, I applied Twinkle Lights Clear Glaze for a subtle shine. This glaze adds dimension while keeping the background clean and playful.

The Dome Panel

To create the focal point for the card:

1. I die-cut the dome shape using the Basic Die Cutting Set 1.
2. For the shadow under the pillow, I masked the area with a sticky note and blended Black Soot Distress Oxide Ink using a Life Changing Blender Brush.
3. I layered the adorable puppy duo from the Happy Paws Stamp and Die Set on top of the shadow, popping them up with foam for dimension. These sweet friends were colored with Copic markers and enhanced with white and gold gel pens for highlights and tiny details.

Sentiment and Color Coordination

The sentiment, “Life is better with a friend,” perfectly matches the cozy scene. To keep the theme vibrant:

• Once the sentiment was positioned in the Misti, I then added the Squeezed Lemon to the middle of the stamp and diffused the edges of the ink using a Pint-sized Paper Pouncer to blend it out. I then moved on to the Picked Raspberry on top and the Broken China on the bottom. Diffusing each color with the coordinating Pint-sized Paper Pouncer. This colorful sentiment mirrors the rainbow tones from the background.
• This cohesive approach ties the entire design together beautifully!

Crafty Tip: Seamless Die Cuts

When working with multiple die-cut images that have white border edges, you can create the illusion of a seamless join by following this trick:

1. Die-cut your images and arrange them to determine where they overlap.
2. Fussy cut the white edge off one of the images where it overlaps with the other.
3. To clean up the cut edge, run a black marker along it to mimic the stamped outline.
4. Glue the two pieces together, and voilà! Your die-cut images will look like one continuous piece.

This tip works perfectly for the adorable puppy duo on this card!

Finishing Touches

To assemble:

1. I adhered the stenciled background to a card base.
2. The dome panel was popped up with foam tape for added depth.
3. For the final touch, I scattered Celestial Skies Gems around the design, adding a hint of sparkle.

This card is bursting with personality, from the happy pups to the rainbow hues and sparkling details. It’s a heartwarming reminder that life truly is better with friends—especially the furry ones!

Have you tried the new Picket Fence Studios December release yet? Let me know your favorite products and creations in the comments. And don’t forget to watch the reel on Instagram for all the behind-the-scenes crafty fun. Until next time, happy crafting! 

Ilda🐾✨

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Gray Skies Bring Sunny Days - DIY Shaker Card | November Picket Fence Studios Release

Hello, crafty friends! I'm excited to share my latest project, a whimsical shaker card featuring the adorable "Bad Weather Friends" from the brand-new November Picket Fence Studios release. This card is part of an Instagram hop to celebrate the release, where you can hop along for some fantastic inspiration. And there's an extra treat—a $50 Gift Card is up for grabs for one lucky winner chosen from the entire hop! Be sure to head over to Instagram to join in the fun and enter.

CARD RECIPE

• Bad Weather Friends Stamp Set - Critters and Sentiment
• Bad Weather Friends Coordinating Dies - Critter (new)
• Beyond Basics A2 Vintage Rectangles and Cover Plates - Frame and Stone Wall (new)
• Cloudy Day Stencil - Clouds (new)
• Paper Glaze - Twinkle Lights Silver (for the sparkly clouds)
• Mixed Media Spatulas - For applying the Paper Glaze
• PFS Black Hybrid Ink - For crisp stamping of the sentiment and critters
• Distress Oxide Inks - Used for the Stone Wall texture
• Shaker Sheets - DIY Shaker pocket to contain the shaker bits
• Paper Inking Palette 5x6 - For ink blending, used in Misti Tool for paper stabilization
• Life Changing Blender Brushes - For smooth ink blending
• Embellishments:
  • Day and Night Gems - Used as raindrop accents
  • Iridescent Moonshine Sequin Mix - Perfect for the shaker element
• Other Supplies:
  • Misti Tool - For precise stamping
  • Copic Markers - For coloring the critters
  • Double-Sided Tape - For sealing the DIY shaker
  • White Gelly Roller Pen - Adds highlights to image

Background and Clouds: First I added a light layer of grey ink to the sky. I then began by creating a cloudy background using the Cloudy Day Stencil. The clouds are brought to life with a touch of shimmer from the Twinkle Lights Silver Paper Glaze, applied with a Mixed Media Spatula for a smooth, even finish. This glaze adds a perfect touch of sparkle, making the clouds stand out against the rest of the scene. Set aside to dry.

Stone Wall Texture: The stone wall at the bottom was created using the new Beyond Basics A2 Vintage Rectangles and Cover Plates. Distress Oxide Inks helped achieve a realistic stone texture, which grounds the scene and adds a cozy, rainy-day feel. I trimmed the piece and added it to the bottom of the scene.

Critters and Sentiment: The little critters sharing an umbrella are from the Bad Weather Friends Stamp Set. I stamped them with PFS Black Hybrid Ink for a sharp, clear image, then colored them with Copic Markers for a vibrant, cheerful look, and added white gel pen details for highlights. I then used the coordinating dies to cut out the critters. The sentiment "Gray Skies Bring Sunny Days" is stamped to the side, echoing the card’s theme of hope and resilience.

Shaker Elements: To make this a shaker card, I used DIY Shaker Sheets to create the shaker pocket. Inside, I added a mix of Iridescent Moonshine Sequins for a bit of sparkle, and Day and Night Gems to represent raindrops. The result is a dynamic, interactive element that adds extra fun to the card.

Finishing Touches: Glue the critters to the top of the shaker window, and then glue the shaker panel to a Beyond Basics A2 Vintage Rectangle Frame. Finally, attach it to a card base. 

Don’t miss your chance to win a $50 Gift Card from Picket Fence Studios! Head over to Instagram and follow along with the hop for loads of inspiration from the November release. Just leave a comment on each post in the hop to enter. Good luck, and I hope this card brings a little sunshine to your day, even if it's cloudy outside!☔

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

Ilda 🌈

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Rainbow Gladiolus Bouquet Card | Studio Katia | New Release

Hello friends and Happy Sunday!

Today Studio Katia is introducing their latest member to their Mini Slimline Collection. This month it is this beautiful Gladiolus Stamp and Coordinating Die.

Realistically coloring my Gladiolus in rainbow colors doesn't make any sense, but hey I am applying artistic freedom here 😉 Make sure to click the link to the Studio Katia Blog for more inspiration from the Design Team and enter the release giveaway.

CARD RECIPE

Making this card was pretty simple, the hardest part was masking, and even with that it was fairly easy!

• Start by stamping the Gladiolus Stamp in the center of the panel using Copic-friendly ink.
• Using the coordinating Die, die-cut masking paper. You could also fussy cut the stamped image but this is the lazy way for those that don't like fussy cutting like me!
• Shift the edge of the masking paper to line up with the stamped image. If you see the stamped line that is perfect as it will overlap the next stamped image connecting the previous stamped lines.
• Reposition the stamp and repeat stamping the Gladious Stamp to each side of the first stamped image. Reposition the masking before stamping a new area.
• Remove masking.
• Draw in lines if any weren't connected using a Copic-friendly pen, I also extended the stems.
• Color in the Gladiolus using Copic Markers.

• Add the die-cut frame from the Darling Ribbons and Frames to frame the colored panel.
• Using white pigment ink, stamp and heat emboss the sentiment from the Gladioulus Stamp set.
• Die cut the sentiment using a Die from the Peony Trimmings Set, and add foam to pop it up, trim any excess.

• Finish by gluing on some coordinating colored pearls. These came from the Satin Pearls Mix.
• For extra highlights and details use a white gel pen.

I hope this beautiful Rainbow Gladiolus Bouquet Card brightened your day. I love how this one turned out and hope it inspired you as well.

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

Ilda 🌈🎕

SUPPLIES

Gladiolus Shop at: SK	Gladiolus Die Shop at: SK	Darling Ribbons and Frames Shop at: SK	Peony Trimmings Dies Shop at: SK
Satin Pearls Mix Shop at: SK	Black Triangle Tray Shop at: SSS | SK	Embellishment Wand Shop at: SSS | SK	SK Glue Shop at: SSS | SK
BLACK FOAM TAPE Shop at: SSS | SK	Blackout Ink Shop at: SSS | HBS | IO3	Neenah Solar White 110lbs Shop at: SSS | AMZ | HBS	Masking Paper Shop at: SSS | ALTN
Platinum 6 Die Cutting Platform Shop at: SSS | SB | SB	New Mini Misti Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Copic Sketch Markers Shop at: SSS | AMZ	Shark Tooth White Atelier Ink Shop at: SSS | IO3
Arctic White Emb.Pwd. Shop at: SSS | IO3	Heat Gun Shop at: AMZ	White Gelly Roller Pen Shop at: SSS | AMZ | SB | HBS

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Happy Bee Day Card | Honey Bee Stamps

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Hello, dear friends, and Happy Easter Monday to those who celebrate Easter 🕇 I hope you all had a lovely weekend. I had to work but was able to enjoy Easter Sunday Dinner with the family.

Today's card features the darling bee from the Lovely Layers: Bugs | Honey Cuts. I love this realistic-looking bee only because I know it is paper, lol! This card could either be used as I intended, as a "b-day" card, or it could just be a Happy Day card too.

CARD RECIPE

To begin, I actually started by die-cutting the pieces for the bee. This time I cut out 2 layers of the wings from vellum, not for realistic purposes but for an artistic one. I just thought it would give it more interest and added dimension. I then colored the layers using Copic Markers and added pen details for that extra layer of detail. To give the wings some sparkle I added a layer of liquid pixie dust.

Next, I die cut the honeycomb, using the HEXAGON BUNCHES Die. To give it the thickness I needed I glued 6 layers together and set it aside. I then worked on the card base. To the front of the card base panel, I used the Spring Leaves A2 Pierced Cover Plate to emboss it. I then ran the card front through the die machine using the HEXAGON BUNCHES Die which created a window. Behind the opening, I used a piece of Gold Mirror Cardstock to close up the window and then glued the finished honeycomb in place. You could also use an acetate piece here if you wanted to leave the card center transparent.

To add all the sparkly bling, I used the Bee Creative Glue to fill in the wells of the honeycomb and then poured the gold glitter on top while the glue was still wet.

For the sentiment, I used a couple of the dies from the BITTY BUZZWORDS Die set, the happy and birthday. Since I only wanted to use the day from birth"day" I cut off the birth part. I stacked and glued 3 black cardstock layers and then topped it off with the same gold mirror paper for both words and then added it to the black shadow layer. 

To finish, I used a few of the gold pearls from the Warm Pearls Sticker set. 

I really love how this card turned out and I hope it inspired you too. Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!

Ilda 🐝

SUPPLIES

Lovely Layers: Bugs | Honey Cuts Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Honey Bee HEXAGON BUNCHES Die Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Spring Leaves A2 Pierced Cover Plate Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	BITTY BUZZWORDS DIES Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Warm Pearls Stickers Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS
Bee Creative Glue Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Black Foam Dots 1/4" Shop at: HBS	Honey Bee Reverse Tweezers Shop at: SSS | HBS	Die Release Tool Shop at: SSS | HBS	Gemini Jr. Die-Cutter Shop at: SSS | SB
Neenah Solar White 110lbs Shop at: SSS | AMZ | HBS	Vellum Value Pack Shop at: SSS | AMZ	Gold Mirror Cardstock Shop at: SSS | HBS	ZIG Glue Pen Shop at: SSS | HBS	Liquid Pixie Dust Shop at: SSS | IO3
GOLD FEVER GLITTER Shop at: SSS | SK

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