Weighted Spinner Hamster Wheel Card | Honey Bee Stamps

Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m excited to share an adorable interactive card featuring the Lovely Layers: Hamster House Dies, the Lovely Layers: Hamster, and a fun sentiment from the You’ve Got a Friend Stamp Set—all part of Honey Bee Stamps’ brand-new Pet-tastic Release!

This card is extra special because it has a spinning hamster wheel, bringing a playful, interactive element to the design. I used the Sweet Stacks: Circles to create the spinning mechanism and a clever trick to add weight, ensuring the wheel returns to its neutral position when not in motion. Want to watch this card come together? Check out my Reels HERE

CARD RECIPE

Lovely Layers: Hamster House Dies (Honey Bee Stamps)

Lovely Layers: Hamster (Honey Bee Stamps)

You’ve Got a Friend Stamp Set (Honey Bee Stamps)

Sweet Stacks: Circles Dies (Honey Bee Stamps)

Simply Spring Sticker Set (Honey Bee Stamps)

Cardstock (white and assorted colors for die-cut elements)

Acetate (for transparent wheel effect)

Foam dots/foam tape

Button (for spinner mechanism)

Dime (for added weight)

Black pen (for splatter effect)

Ink (for sentiment)

Die-cutting machine

Glue or strong adhesive

Creating the Spinning Mechanism

To achieve this fun effect, I followed these steps:

• Die-cut the front panel – I cut a circle in the top layer of the card using the Sweet Stacks: Circles Dies.
• Die-cut and assemble the hamster and wheel – I used the Lovely Layers: Hamster and Lovely Layers: Hamster House Dies to piece together the adorable hamster and its wheel.
• Make the wheel transparent – To add a realistic effect, I used Acetate as the top layer of the wheel. Since the glue dries clear, it remains unnoticeable.
• Build the spinner base – glue a button to a larger circle, set aside to dry. This will be used in the next step.
• Layer the card front – Add foam tape behind the front panel, and place the button layer behind the opening so it peeks through the die cut circle opening. Glue to the card base. The foam layer will allow for smooth movement.
• Balance the movement – To help the wheel return to its neutral position after spinning, I glued a dime to the bottom of the hamster wheel, adding just enough weight.
• Attach the wheel – Add a foam dot to the top of the button and then attach the hamster wheel on top, slightly elevating it.
• Adjust the spin – If you want less movement, use a button slightly smaller than the opening. To allow freer spinning, add foam behind the front panel for elevation.

This interactive hamster wheel card is such a fun way to bring life to your paper crafts! The Pet-tastic Release from Honey Bee Stamps is full of adorable elements perfect for animal lovers. I hope this tutorial inspires you to try making your own spinning creations!

Would you give this a spin? Let me know in the comments! Happy crafting!
Ilda 🐹✨

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Quacktastic Wheel Spinner Card | Picket Fence Studios

Hello, crafty friends! Today, I am thrilled to share a super fun interactive card featuring the February release from Picket Fence Studios. This Quacktastic Wheel Spinner Card brings an extra touch of whimsy with adorable ducklings that spin around a central sentiment.

For a detailed guide on how I stamp multiple images efficiently, be sure to check out my previous blog post: Lucky Ducky Greetings with Picket Fence Studios. I used the leftover stamped images from that project to create this one! To watch this card in action head on over to my Instagram Reels for the latest video.

CARD RECIPE

You are Quacktastic Stamps - Stamped images

You are Quacktastic Coordinating Dies - Die-cut images

Scene Building A2 Stencil Set: Layers of Adventures - Background

2.0" Connected Circles Shaker Creator Die - To create rings/top circle for the Spinner wheel

2.5" Connected Circles Shaker Creator Die - To create rings for the Spinner wheel

Picket Fence Studio Black Hybrid Ink Pad - Ink

Ink Pallets - For stabilizing paper while stamping/ink blending

Life Changing Blender Brushes - Blending inks

Other Supplies
Button

Circle Die - slightly larger then the button

T Square Ruler

White 1.0 Karin DecoGel Pen 

Glue

Creating the Spinner Wheel

• Blending the Background – Using the Scene Building A2 Stencil Set, I blended out the background to create a soft sky effect with fluffy clouds and grassy fields using Distress Oxide Inks.
• Marking the Center – I used a T-Square Ruler to find the center of my card, ensuring smooth spinning action. 
• Adding the Button – The button acts as the pivot point where the rings spin. Use a small circle die (slightly bigger than the button) to die-cut the opening. Glue the background to the card base. Then glue the button to the opening, and set aside to dry completely.
• Cutting the Circles & Rings – I die-cut two rings using the same smaller circle die from the previous step and a couple of large circle dies, the 2.0" and the 2.5" Connected Circles Shaker Creator Die. The larger ring is what the Duckies are Glued to and the smaller ring is to elevate the spinner mechanism. In hindsight, they could have been the same size.

• Layering the Ducklings – Once I glued the Duckies to the larger ring, I then die-cut and adhered a blank coordinating die behind each duck to add strength and rigidity. This helps them spin smoothly without bending.
• Assembling the Spinner – Glue the smaller ring behind the duck layer to lift the spinner mechanism, allowing for a seamless rotation. Place the spinner opening over the button.
• Hiding the Button – To cover the center button, I die-cut a final circle, decorated it with stamped elements, and added the sentiment, "You Are Quacktastic" and glued it to the button.

Inside the card, I stamped the phrase "Have a Lucky Ducky Birthday" to complement the cheerful front. This makes for a delightful interactive birthday card that is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face!

I absolutely love how this Quacktastic Wheel Spinner Card turned out! The interactive spinning motion adds such a fun element to the design, and these adorable ducklings make it even more special.

I hope you enjoyed this walkthrough! Let me know in the comments if you try making your own spinner card. 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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Googly Eye Ghost Cards | Picket Fence Studios

Hello my friends!

Today's cards are part of the Picket Fence Studios August Release and Instagram Hop. So make sure to join me on Instagram for a chance to win some amazing prizes! Adding googly eyes to critters on cards gives characters an instant personality, making them more lively and expressive. They also add a touch of humor and whimsy, making your cards more playful and fun for the recipient.

CARD RECIPE #1

New PFS Products

Sentiment - Trick or Treat Halloween Word Dies

Stencil - Friendly Ghost Stencils

Inside Card - Fabulous Foiling Festive Halloween A2 Card Fronts

Background Glaze - Paper Glaze Luxe -  Slime Green

Older PFS Products

Ghost Glaze - Paper Glaze Luxe - Arctic Fox

Bats and Sentiment Glaze - Paper Glaze Luxe - Black Eyeliner

Tools - Mixed Media Spatulas 

Inside Toner Foil - Fabulous Toner Foil - Pitch Black

Tip: If your glaze/paste has lost moisture from not being used in a while, remove the needed amount from the container, add water, and mix well to reactivate it. I like to transfer the glaze into a plastic shot cup for mixing. Add small amounts of water at a time until you achieve the desired consistency.

To add dimension to the sentiment, I die-cut the words three times, glued, and stacked them before applying the sparkly glaze layer.

I used one of the Fabulous Foiling Festive Halloween A2 Card Fronts on the inside of the card. This should leave enough room to add a personalized message.

CARD RECIPE #2

New PFS Products

Pattern Paper

• Haunted Halloween Gingham - Fabulously Glossy A2 Card Fronts
• Halloween Cottages - Fabulously Glossy A2 Card Fronts

Die Cut Sentiment - Trick or Treat Halloween Word Dies

Ghost - Nibbles: Santa Claus Dies

Stars - Hi Boo! Sequin Mix

Older PFS Products 

Happy - Swanky Sentiments: Birthday & Swanky Sentiments: Birthday Dies

Window - Basic Die Cutting Die Set 1

To add another layer of fun and interaction, I added a Mini Action WOBBLES Spring to the cute Orange Googly-eyed ghost.

I hope you were inspired by these fun Googly Eye Ghost Cards. Remember to join me on Instagram and Hop along, and as a BONUS today I will also be sharing a REEL of the first card. Until next time... Happy Crafting!

Ilda👀

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