An Extra Jolly Holly-Jolly Christmas Card by Sphoorti

 

Hello, crafty friends! It’s Sphoorti here with a fun, festive shaker card featuring one of my favorite designs from Poppy Stamps. I couldn't resist using their gorgeous Layered Holly Branch craft die to create this cheerful holiday card! I decided to play around with colors and shapes to give the classic holly design a fresh twist, and I think it turned out super fun!

 

 

A Festive and Colorful Shaker

Shaker cards are always such a fun way to add a little interactive magic to your creations, and for this card, I knew I wanted to incorporate some bold, vibrant colors. The Layered Holly Branch die makes for a beautiful background, and by adding seed beads behind the die-cut openings, I created a festive shaker element that's as fun to shake as it is to look at! The seed beads are in various holiday colors—red, green, purple, gold, and silver—giving the card an extra pop of cheer.

 

 

Bold and Playful Color Scheme

For this design, I opted for a bold and playful color palette with jewel tones. The combination of rich reds, vibrant greens, and sparkling purples gives the card a modern take on the traditional holiday colors. I love how the colors work together, creating a festive vibe without being overly traditional. The addition of glossy black splatters around the holly leaves adds a touch of sophistication and gives the card that extra bit of flair!

 

 

A Shaky Experience: The Struggle of Shaker Cards

Now, I’ll be honest—this card came with its own set of challenges. The process of double-layering the foam tape (to give the shaker some height), then carefully filling the skinny, detailed openings of the holly leaves with the seed beads, all without letting them mix together or stick to the foam tape, was *not* easy! It’s definitely a task for those with steady hands, which is not always my case. My hands tend to be a little shaky, so keeping everything in place while trying not to spill the beads was a bit of a juggling act! But despite the challenges, the end result was so worth it. If you're up for a fun challenge, a shaker card like this one will definitely keep you on your toes!

 

 

Custom Sentiment

To complete the look, I used the "Merry" sentiment from Poppy Stamps’ script dies. I kept the sentiment black to contrast against the bright colors and to maintain a clean and modern aesthetic. The sleek and elegant design of the sentiment gives the card a polished finish that lets the shaker elements shine without overwhelming the design.

 

 

Simple Techniques, Big Impact

This card is proof that sometimes the simplest techniques can create the most striking results! The process involved die-cutting the holly leaves, adding seed beads to form the shaker elements, and adding some splatter with black ink. It’s a quick and easy way to make a fun, interactive card that’s sure to bring joy to the recipient.

 

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Would You Try It?

What do you think of this shaker card design? Are you a fan of holiday shaker cards, or do you prefer other types of interactive designs? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

Happy crafting!

 

Love,

Sphoorti

 

Supplies

 

 

2537 Layered Holly Branch

861 Blooming Poinsettia

2390 Evergreen Trio

2100 Seed Snowflake Joy

2596 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script

2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script

2599 Let it Snow Moonlight Script

An Extra Jolly Holly-Jolly Christmas Card by Sphoorti

 

Hello, crafty friends! It’s Sphoorti here with a fun, festive shaker card featuring one of my favorite designs from Poppy Stamps. I couldn't resist using their gorgeous Layered Holly Branch craft die to create this cheerful holiday card! I decided to play around with colors and shapes to give the classic holly design a fresh twist, and I think it turned out super fun!

 

 

A Festive and Colorful Shaker

Shaker cards are always such a fun way to add a little interactive magic to your creations, and for this card, I knew I wanted to incorporate some bold, vibrant colors. The Layered Holly Branch die makes for a beautiful background, and by adding seed beads behind the die-cut openings, I created a festive shaker element that's as fun to shake as it is to look at! The seed beads are in various holiday colors—red, green, purple, gold, and silver—giving the card an extra pop of cheer.

 

 

Bold and Playful Color Scheme

For this design, I opted for a bold and playful color palette with jewel tones. The combination of rich reds, vibrant greens, and sparkling purples gives the card a modern take on the traditional holiday colors. I love how the colors work together, creating a festive vibe without being overly traditional. The addition of glossy black splatters around the holly leaves adds a touch of sophistication and gives the card that extra bit of flair!

 

 

A Shaky Experience: The Struggle of Shaker Cards

Now, I’ll be honest—this card came with its own set of challenges. The process of double-layering the foam tape (to give the shaker some height), then carefully filling the skinny, detailed openings of the holly leaves with the seed beads, all without letting them mix together or stick to the foam tape, was *not* easy! It’s definitely a task for those with steady hands, which is not always my case. My hands tend to be a little shaky, so keeping everything in place while trying not to spill the beads was a bit of a juggling act! But despite the challenges, the end result was so worth it. If you're up for a fun challenge, a shaker card like this one will definitely keep you on your toes!

 

 

Custom Sentiment

To complete the look, I used the "Merry" sentiment from Poppy Stamps’ script dies. I kept the sentiment black to contrast against the bright colors and to maintain a clean and modern aesthetic. The sleek and elegant design of the sentiment gives the card a polished finish that lets the shaker elements shine without overwhelming the design.

 

 

Simple Techniques, Big Impact

This card is proof that sometimes the simplest techniques can create the most striking results! The process involved die-cutting the holly leaves, adding seed beads to form the shaker elements, and adding some splatter with black ink. It’s a quick and easy way to make a fun, interactive card that’s sure to bring joy to the recipient.

 

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Would You Try It?

What do you think of this shaker card design? Are you a fan of holiday shaker cards, or do you prefer other types of interactive designs? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

Happy crafting!

 

Love,

Sphoorti

 

Supplies

 

 

2537 Layered Holly Branch

861 Blooming Poinsettia

2390 Evergreen Trio

2100 Seed Snowflake Joy

2596 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script

2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script

2599 Let it Snow Moonlight Script

Gilded Elegance: A Monochromatic Green Christmas Card with Stunning Gold Foil Details by Sphoorti

 

Hello, crafty friends! Sphoorti here with a monochromatic holiday card that features a lovely green ombre effect and a touch of gilded elegance. This card was a real game-changer for me, as it brought my crafty mojo back to life after a little creative lull. The addition of gold foil details really takes the design to the next level and adds that special festive touch!

 

 

Dry Embossing the Background with the Nordic Lacy Plate

To begin this card, I used the beautiful 2615 Nordic Lacy Plate craft die for the background. This intricate design really sets the stage for the entire card, giving it a textured, lacy feel that feels both modern and timeless. The details in the die cut allow for the ink and foil to really shine through!

 

 

Creating the Ombre Effect

Once I had the background die cut, I used a combination of Lucky Clover, Mowed Lawn, and Twisted Citron distress inks to create a smooth ombre effect. 

 

 

Adding Gilded Foil Details with Sakura Quickie Glue Pen

This panel had been sitting on my desk for a few months, but one day, as I was searching for a way to bring it to life, I spotted my Sakura Quickie Glue pen. I decided to get a little creative and started dotting the dots and filling in the little ovals of the design with the glue. Once the glue was dry, I used some gold DecoFoil to foil those spots, which added a gorgeous gilded effect. It was this small decision that ended up bringing me my mojo back, and I’m so happy I gave it that extra shine! The gold foil really makes the details pop and truly was worth the meticulous effort. Here's the panel with the gilding in action! 

 

 

Sentiment & Frame

For the sentiment, I used the Merry Christmas Moonlight Script die, which unfortunately is no longer available. However, there are still other holiday-themed moonlight script dies available that work just as well. I recommend the 2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script craft die as a great alternative. 

 

 

The frame in the middle of the card was created using the Scalloped Stitch Frames Die Set, which was also discontinued. But no worries! You can substitute with any frame dies you have on hand. I used this frame to highlight the sentiment and give the design a bit of structure without overwhelming the delicate background.

 

 

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Would You Try It?

If you’ve been looking for an easy way to add gilded elements to your designs, I highly recommend using a glue pen and foil to create custom accents. It’s a simple technique that adds so much personality and shine to any project. Let me know if you’ve ever tried foiling or creating ombre effects, and I’d love to hear how it worked for you!

Happy crafting, and I hope this card brings some inspiration for your holiday projects!

Love,

Sphoorti

 

Supplies

 

2615 Nordic Lacy Plate

2583 Nordic Floral Plate

2588 Nordic Flourish Background

2628 Nordic Fancy Background

2727 Nordic Floral Burst Background

2478 Scalloped Stitch Frames

2474 Double Scalloped Stitched Frames

2600 Hugs Moonlight Script

2509 Hello Moonlight Script

2525 Miss You Moonlight Script

2507 Thank You Moonlight Script

2597 Happy Fall Moonlight Script

2599 Let it Snow Moonlight Script

2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script

2523 Birthday Wishes Moonlight Script

2596 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script

GP1007 Glitzy Glitter Pad

GP1006 Festive Glitter Pad

FP1002 Vintage Pastel Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

GP1008 Majestic Hues Glitter Pad

GP1001 Delicate Pastel Glitter Pad

GP1002 Graceful Garden Glitter Pad

GP1003 Twinkling Jewel Glitter Pad

FP1003 Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

Gilded Elegance: A Monochromatic Green Christmas Card with Stunning Gold Foil Details by Sphoorti

 

Hello, crafty friends! Sphoorti here with a monochromatic holiday card that features a lovely green ombre effect and a touch of gilded elegance. This card was a real game-changer for me, as it brought my crafty mojo back to life after a little creative lull. The addition of gold foil details really takes the design to the next level and adds that special festive touch!

 

 

Dry Embossing the Background with the Nordic Lacy Plate

To begin this card, I used the beautiful 2615 Nordic Lacy Plate craft die for the background. This intricate design really sets the stage for the entire card, giving it a textured, lacy feel that feels both modern and timeless. The details in the die cut allow for the ink and foil to really shine through!

 

 

Creating the Ombre Effect

Once I had the background die cut, I used a combination of Lucky Clover, Mowed Lawn, and Twisted Citron distress inks to create a smooth ombre effect. 

 

 

Adding Gilded Foil Details with Sakura Quickie Glue Pen

This panel had been sitting on my desk for a few months, but one day, as I was searching for a way to bring it to life, I spotted my Sakura Quickie Glue pen. I decided to get a little creative and started dotting the dots and filling in the little ovals of the design with the glue. Once the glue was dry, I used some gold DecoFoil to foil those spots, which added a gorgeous gilded effect. It was this small decision that ended up bringing me my mojo back, and I’m so happy I gave it that extra shine! The gold foil really makes the details pop and truly was worth the meticulous effort. Here's the panel with the gilding in action! 

 

 

Sentiment & Frame

For the sentiment, I used the Merry Christmas Moonlight Script die, which unfortunately is no longer available. However, there are still other holiday-themed moonlight script dies available that work just as well. I recommend the 2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script craft die as a great alternative. 

 

 

The frame in the middle of the card was created using the Scalloped Stitch Frames Die Set, which was also discontinued. But no worries! You can substitute with any frame dies you have on hand. I used this frame to highlight the sentiment and give the design a bit of structure without overwhelming the delicate background.

 

 

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Would You Try It?

If you’ve been looking for an easy way to add gilded elements to your designs, I highly recommend using a glue pen and foil to create custom accents. It’s a simple technique that adds so much personality and shine to any project. Let me know if you’ve ever tried foiling or creating ombre effects, and I’d love to hear how it worked for you!

Happy crafting, and I hope this card brings some inspiration for your holiday projects!

Love,

Sphoorti

 

Supplies

 

2615 Nordic Lacy Plate

2583 Nordic Floral Plate

2588 Nordic Flourish Background

2628 Nordic Fancy Background

2727 Nordic Floral Burst Background

2478 Scalloped Stitch Frames

2474 Double Scalloped Stitched Frames

2600 Hugs Moonlight Script

2509 Hello Moonlight Script

2525 Miss You Moonlight Script

2507 Thank You Moonlight Script

2597 Happy Fall Moonlight Script

2599 Let it Snow Moonlight Script

2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script

2523 Birthday Wishes Moonlight Script

2596 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script

GP1007 Glitzy Glitter Pad

GP1006 Festive Glitter Pad

FP1002 Vintage Pastel Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

GP1008 Majestic Hues Glitter Pad

GP1001 Delicate Pastel Glitter Pad

GP1002 Graceful Garden Glitter Pad

GP1003 Twinkling Jewel Glitter Pad

FP1003 Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

Frog Party! by Rachel Duong

Hooray--from all of us! It's Rachel here with a frog-filled card. Can you count them all? There are 5, and one is peeking out behind the double O's. The Poppystamps "Lily Pad Frog" die is light-hearted, fun, easy to put together and versatile. 

To create this card, I die cut five frogs and three lily pads from the Poppystamps "Lily Pad Frog" die. I used heavy white cardstock and loosely blended cool green distress inks over the pieces. A black sharpie fills in the area for the eyes. 

I die cut the confetti paper slightly smaller than a standard A2 card. The "Birthday Fun" patterned paper is fitting for these busy frogs. The gold metallic bits are festive and fun. I glued the card front onto a pale blue-green card stock.

Then I stamped the "hooray" sentiment in a light coral pink and cut it out with the coordinating die. I cut a few more sentiments and glued them together to add height and laid it in the center of my card. I arranged the frogs around the "Hooray" making sure one frog was upside down and another peeking out! I popped up the pieces with foam squares, glued it down, and the card is complete! 

I love the soft, light, pastel color scheme of this card. The Poppystamps "Lily Pad Frog" die is great on cards for all ages and celebrations. Thanks for stopping by, I hope you get a chance to see the Poppystamps newest release. Have a wonderful day!

Supplies

 

2691 Lily Pad Frog

CL520 Hooray clear stamp set

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

Frog Party! by Rachel Duong

Hooray--from all of us! It's Rachel here with a frog-filled card. Can you count them all? There are 5, and one is peeking out behind the double O's. The Poppystamps "Lily Pad Frog" die is light-hearted, fun, easy to put together and versatile. 

To create this card, I die cut five frogs and three lily pads from the Poppystamps "Lily Pad Frog" die. I used heavy white cardstock and loosely blended cool green distress inks over the pieces. A black sharpie fills in the area for the eyes. 

I die cut the confetti paper slightly smaller than a standard A2 card. The "Birthday Fun" patterned paper is fitting for these busy frogs. The gold metallic bits are festive and fun. I glued the card front onto a pale blue-green card stock.

Then I stamped the "hooray" sentiment in a light coral pink and cut it out with the coordinating die. I cut a few more sentiments and glued them together to add height and laid it in the center of my card. I arranged the frogs around the "Hooray" making sure one frog was upside down and another peeking out! I popped up the pieces with foam squares, glued it down, and the card is complete! 

I love the soft, light, pastel color scheme of this card. The Poppystamps "Lily Pad Frog" die is great on cards for all ages and celebrations. Thanks for stopping by, I hope you get a chance to see the Poppystamps newest release. Have a wonderful day!

Supplies

 

2691 Lily Pad Frog

CL520 Hooray clear stamp set

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

A Holly Jolly Shaker Card! by Sphoorti

 

 

Hello, Poppy Peeps! It’s Sphoorti here, bringing you a festive and elegant holly-themed shaker card—because who doesn’t love a little interactive holiday magic?

 

A Holly-Leaf Shaker with Extra Dimension

I used the 2537 Layered Holly Branch craft die to create this intricate, nature-inspired design. The delicate die-cut holly leaves form an organic shape, and instead of just layering them onto the card, I turned it into a shaker element by filling the cutout spaces with seed beads. This gives the illusion of softly falling snow behind the leaves—simple but so effective!

 

 

Coloring the Leaves with Alcohol Inks

The leaves were die-cut from Neenah Solar White 110 lb cardstock, but I didn’t stop there—I colored them using alcohol inks to get that beautiful depth and variation in shades of green. The texture and details pop, making them look almost real!

 

 

Glossy, Lifelike Berries (With Easy Substitutes!)

The holly berries were cut using a die from a set that has sadly been discontinued, but don’t worry—you can easily substitute them by cutting small circles from cardstock or even using flat sequins for a little extra shine! To give them that plump, juicy look, I coated them with Glossy Accents, making them stand out beautifully on the card.

 

 

The Perfect Holiday Greeting (With a Twist!)

The "Happy Holidays" sentiment comes from the ST018 Holiday Wishes Foil Greetings White Tabs set, but I wanted it to blend seamlessly with the design. So, I inked over it with Distress Inks to soften the look and make it match the color scheme. Who says you can’t customize pre-printed elements?

 

 

A Little Controlled Splatter for That Extra Touch

You might notice the golden specks around the holly leaves—that’s not just any splatter! I used a Sakura glue pen and coated them with Decofoil once dry to create a controlled splatter effect, adding an elegant shimmer without the mess of traditional paint splatters. The shine brings everything together, making the card feel even more festive and luxurious.

 

 

Want to Make Your Own Shaker Card?

If you love this shaker effect, I’m linking to other dies that work great for creating shaker elements like this! Whether you want to do holiday foliage, geometric cutouts, or intricate patterns, there are plenty of die options that can help you achieve the same effect with a unique twist. Check them out and see what inspires you!

 

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Would You Try It?

Do you love making shaker cards or working with alcohol inks? Let me know in the comments! Hope this card brings you some holly jolly inspiration!

Love,

Sphoorti

 

Supplies

 

2537 Layered Holly Branch

861 Blooming Poinsettia

2390 Evergreen Trio

2100 Seed Snowflake Joy

2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script

2599 Let it Snow Moonlight Script

ST018 Holiday Wishes Foil Greetings White Tabs

ST019 Holiday Wishes Foil Greetings Black Tabs

ST012 Merry Christmas Foil Greetings White Circle Tabs

ST013 Merry Christmas Foil Greetings Black Circle Tabs

ST014 Merry Christmas Foil Banners White Tabs

ST015 Merry Christmas Foil Banners Black Tabs

ST016 Merry and Bright Foil Banners White Tabs

ST017 Merry and Bright Foil Banners Black Tabs

A Holly Jolly Shaker Card! by Sphoorti

 

 

Hello, Poppy Peeps! It’s Sphoorti here, bringing you a festive and elegant holly-themed shaker card—because who doesn’t love a little interactive holiday magic?

 

A Holly-Leaf Shaker with Extra Dimension

I used the 2537 Layered Holly Branch craft die to create this intricate, nature-inspired design. The delicate die-cut holly leaves form an organic shape, and instead of just layering them onto the card, I turned it into a shaker element by filling the cutout spaces with seed beads. This gives the illusion of softly falling snow behind the leaves—simple but so effective!

 

 

Coloring the Leaves with Alcohol Inks

The leaves were die-cut from Neenah Solar White 110 lb cardstock, but I didn’t stop there—I colored them using alcohol inks to get that beautiful depth and variation in shades of green. The texture and details pop, making them look almost real!

 

 

Glossy, Lifelike Berries (With Easy Substitutes!)

The holly berries were cut using a die from a set that has sadly been discontinued, but don’t worry—you can easily substitute them by cutting small circles from cardstock or even using flat sequins for a little extra shine! To give them that plump, juicy look, I coated them with Glossy Accents, making them stand out beautifully on the card.

 

 

The Perfect Holiday Greeting (With a Twist!)

The "Happy Holidays" sentiment comes from the ST018 Holiday Wishes Foil Greetings White Tabs set, but I wanted it to blend seamlessly with the design. So, I inked over it with Distress Inks to soften the look and make it match the color scheme. Who says you can’t customize pre-printed elements?

 

 

A Little Controlled Splatter for That Extra Touch

You might notice the golden specks around the holly leaves—that’s not just any splatter! I used a Sakura glue pen and coated them with Decofoil once dry to create a controlled splatter effect, adding an elegant shimmer without the mess of traditional paint splatters. The shine brings everything together, making the card feel even more festive and luxurious.

 

 

Want to Make Your Own Shaker Card?

If you love this shaker effect, I’m linking to other dies that work great for creating shaker elements like this! Whether you want to do holiday foliage, geometric cutouts, or intricate patterns, there are plenty of die options that can help you achieve the same effect with a unique twist. Check them out and see what inspires you!

 

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Would You Try It?

Do you love making shaker cards or working with alcohol inks? Let me know in the comments! Hope this card brings you some holly jolly inspiration!

Love,

Sphoorti

 

Supplies

 

2537 Layered Holly Branch

861 Blooming Poinsettia

2390 Evergreen Trio

2100 Seed Snowflake Joy

2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script

2599 Let it Snow Moonlight Script

ST018 Holiday Wishes Foil Greetings White Tabs

ST019 Holiday Wishes Foil Greetings Black Tabs

ST012 Merry Christmas Foil Greetings White Circle Tabs

ST013 Merry Christmas Foil Greetings Black Circle Tabs

ST014 Merry Christmas Foil Banners White Tabs

ST015 Merry Christmas Foil Banners Black Tabs

ST016 Merry and Bright Foil Banners White Tabs

ST017 Merry and Bright Foil Banners Black Tabs

Hot Foiled Magic in No Time! by Sphoorti

 

Hello, Poppy Peeps! It’s Sphoorti here, bringing you a quick, vibrant, and mass-producible rainbow hugs card that’s all about color, shine, and a little bit of crafty magic!

 

The Magic of Hot Foiling (With a Twist!)

 

This card may look like I spent forever on it, but honestly, it was super quick and easy! If you’re looking for a design that’s perfect for mass production, this is it!

 

I started with Neenah Solar White 110 lb cardstock and hot foiled a Nordic Cover Plate design (which is sadly discontinued, but a very similar option is the 2583 Nordic Floral Plate craft die). But here’s the fun part: this is the negative foil!

 

If you’re not familiar, hot foiling leaves a positive image on your cardstock, but instead of wasting the leftover foil, I used a solid hot foil plate to get the negative version, making the most out of my supplies! The result? A crisp, delicate, and intricate design that absolutely shines—all with minimal effort!

 

 

The Best Part? You Can Do This With Almost ANY Die!

 

Here’s a little secret: you don’t even need a hot foil plate for this technique! Any regular die, letterpress-style die, or intricate cutting die will work with a hot foil machine! So if you’ve got a stash of dies just waiting for some love, this is a great way to stretch your supplies and get a whole new look from them. I've linked to a bunch of dies you can use to get a similar effect, scroll to the supply list for more information! 

 

 

A Sentiment That Stands Out

The Hugs sentiment (cut using the 2600 Hugs Moonlight Script craft die) has some extra dimension! Here’s how I made it pop:

1️⃣ I die-cut four layers of Neenah Solar White 110 lb cardstock and stacked them for thickness.
2️⃣ I then die-cut one more layer using glitter cardstock and adhered it on top for a sparkly, high-end look!

 

Layering the sentiment this way adds beautiful dimension and durability, making it stand out perfectly against the bold background.

 

 

Quick, Easy & Perfect for Mass Production!

 

• No complicated techniques – just hot foiling and die-cutting!
• Works with almost ANY die – no need for special hot foil plates!
• Minimal assembly – you can prep multiple backgrounds and sentiments at once.
• Bold impact with little effort – perfect for when you need a batch of cards in no time!

 

 

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Would You Try It?

Have you experimented with negative foiling before? And do you enjoy making mass-producible cards? Let me know in the comments! Hope this inspires you to create something quick, easy, and stunning!

 

Sending you all rainbow-colored, sparkly hugs! 💖💛💚💙💜✨

 

Sphoorti

 

 

Supplies

 

2583 Nordic Floral Plate

2595 Nordic Border Set

2588 Nordic Flourish Background

2615 Nordic Lacy Plate

2628 Nordic Fancy Background

2631 Nordic Lavish Border Set

2630 Nordic Delicate Border Set

2600 Hugs Moonlight Script

GP1002 Graceful Garden Glitter Pad

GP1006 Festive Glitter Pad

GP1007 Glitzy Glitter Pad

GP1008 Majestic Hues Glitter Pad

PSF801 Criss Cross Heart Hot Foil Plate

PSF803 Deco Diamond Hot Foil Plate

PSF805 Deco Shells Hot Foil Plate

2569 Cortina Pinpoint Plate

2558 Pointy Lattice Plate

2510 Penelope Pinpoint Frame

2436 Double Diamond Lattice Plate

2427 Lattice Plate

2412 Gilded Plate

2404 Pinpoint Half Ring Plate

Hot Foiled Magic in No Time! by Sphoorti

 

Hello, Poppy Peeps! It’s Sphoorti here, bringing you a quick, vibrant, and mass-producible rainbow hugs card that’s all about color, shine, and a little bit of crafty magic!

 

The Magic of Hot Foiling (With a Twist!)

 

This card may look like I spent forever on it, but honestly, it was super quick and easy! If you’re looking for a design that’s perfect for mass production, this is it!

 

I started with Neenah Solar White 110 lb cardstock and hot foiled a Nordic Cover Plate design (which is sadly discontinued, but a very similar option is the 2583 Nordic Floral Plate craft die). But here’s the fun part: this is the negative foil!

 

If you’re not familiar, hot foiling leaves a positive image on your cardstock, but instead of wasting the leftover foil, I used a solid hot foil plate to get the negative version, making the most out of my supplies! The result? A crisp, delicate, and intricate design that absolutely shines—all with minimal effort!

 

 

The Best Part? You Can Do This With Almost ANY Die!

 

Here’s a little secret: you don’t even need a hot foil plate for this technique! Any regular die, letterpress-style die, or intricate cutting die will work with a hot foil machine! So if you’ve got a stash of dies just waiting for some love, this is a great way to stretch your supplies and get a whole new look from them. I've linked to a bunch of dies you can use to get a similar effect, scroll to the supply list for more information! 

 

 

A Sentiment That Stands Out

The Hugs sentiment (cut using the 2600 Hugs Moonlight Script craft die) has some extra dimension! Here’s how I made it pop:

1️⃣ I die-cut four layers of Neenah Solar White 110 lb cardstock and stacked them for thickness.
2️⃣ I then die-cut one more layer using glitter cardstock and adhered it on top for a sparkly, high-end look!

 

Layering the sentiment this way adds beautiful dimension and durability, making it stand out perfectly against the bold background.

 

 

Quick, Easy & Perfect for Mass Production!

 

• No complicated techniques – just hot foiling and die-cutting!
• Works with almost ANY die – no need for special hot foil plates!
• Minimal assembly – you can prep multiple backgrounds and sentiments at once.
• Bold impact with little effort – perfect for when you need a batch of cards in no time!

 

 

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Would You Try It?

Have you experimented with negative foiling before? And do you enjoy making mass-producible cards? Let me know in the comments! Hope this inspires you to create something quick, easy, and stunning!

 

Sending you all rainbow-colored, sparkly hugs! 💖💛💚💙💜✨

 

Sphoorti

 

 

Supplies

 

2583 Nordic Floral Plate

2595 Nordic Border Set

2588 Nordic Flourish Background

2615 Nordic Lacy Plate

2628 Nordic Fancy Background

2631 Nordic Lavish Border Set

2630 Nordic Delicate Border Set

2600 Hugs Moonlight Script

GP1002 Graceful Garden Glitter Pad

GP1006 Festive Glitter Pad

GP1007 Glitzy Glitter Pad

GP1008 Majestic Hues Glitter Pad

PSF801 Criss Cross Heart Hot Foil Plate

PSF803 Deco Diamond Hot Foil Plate

PSF805 Deco Shells Hot Foil Plate

2569 Cortina Pinpoint Plate

2558 Pointy Lattice Plate

2510 Penelope Pinpoint Frame

2436 Double Diamond Lattice Plate

2427 Lattice Plate

2412 Gilded Plate

2404 Pinpoint Half Ring Plate

Best Birthday Ever by Tricia Barber

Hello!  Tricia here today to share with you a birthday card made with the Basic Birthday Candles die and the Balloon Celebrations stamp and die set. I had so much fun creating these candles for a sparkly birthday card.  I started out die cutting the Basic Birthday Candle from pastel cardstock to match the paper pad called Birthday Fun.   I flipped through the paper pack and gathered some inspiration from the sherbert colors in this paper pad.   I ended up using a white with gold dots but I just loved the soft colors in this collection.   

I added details to the candles with alcohol markers and a white gel pen.  I used a black marker to darken the candle wick to mimic a burning candle.  I die cut the candle flame using gold and gold glimmer cardstock.   I adhere the candles directly to a card base that I covered with the Birthday Fun white and gold paper.  I trimmed off the excess of the candles at the bottom of the cardstock.   I added some clear glitter over several of the candles for a little more sparkle.   

I stamped a sentiment from the Balloon Celebrations stamp and die set.   I die cut this with a scalloped circle using the Scallop Pinpoint Rings die set. I layered the white circle with some foam adhesive.   Such a fun and happy birthday card for my stash!  I finished it off with another sentiment from the Balloon Celebrations set on the inside of the card.   I hope you have a wonderful crafty day! 

 

Supplies

cl518 Balloon Celebrations clear stamp set

2671 Basic Birthday Candles

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

Best Birthday Ever by Tricia Barber

Hello!  Tricia here today to share with you a birthday card made with the Basic Birthday Candles die and the Balloon Celebrations stamp and die set. I had so much fun creating these candles for a sparkly birthday card.  I started out die cutting the Basic Birthday Candle from pastel cardstock to match the paper pad called Birthday Fun.   I flipped through the paper pack and gathered some inspiration from the sherbert colors in this paper pad.   I ended up using a white with gold dots but I just loved the soft colors in this collection.   

I added details to the candles with alcohol markers and a white gel pen.  I used a black marker to darken the candle wick to mimic a burning candle.  I die cut the candle flame using gold and gold glimmer cardstock.   I adhere the candles directly to a card base that I covered with the Birthday Fun white and gold paper.  I trimmed off the excess of the candles at the bottom of the cardstock.   I added some clear glitter over several of the candles for a little more sparkle.   

I stamped a sentiment from the Balloon Celebrations stamp and die set.   I die cut this with a scalloped circle using the Scallop Pinpoint Rings die set. I layered the white circle with some foam adhesive.   Such a fun and happy birthday card for my stash!  I finished it off with another sentiment from the Balloon Celebrations set on the inside of the card.   I hope you have a wonderful crafty day! 

 

Supplies

cl518 Balloon Celebrations clear stamp set

2671 Basic Birthday Candles

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack