The Candles Are Lit by Rachel Duong

The candles are lit and we're ready to eat! Hello, it's Rachel here with a birthday card featuring Poppystamps latest release "Basic Birthday Candles" and "Happy Birthday Streamer Script" die sets. You might wonder where the cake is-- thats for another day. 

To create this card I chose three coordinating papers in shades of green from the "Birthday Fun Pack" printed paper for the Poppystamps "Basic Birthday Candles".  I die cut the flames with 2 shades of gold glitter.  (The paper is listed below.) I reinforced each piece with another layer underneath.

Next I die cut the "Scallop Pinpoint Rings" in a heavy vellum and white cardstock. Then I trimmed the patterned green paper slightly smaller than an A2 size and glued it onto a white cardbase. 

I arranged the candles to look as if i just set them down. I glued the flames to the candles.  I die cut the birthday sentiment out of white paper and then the outline in heavy vellum. I used dimensionals under the sentiment to pop it up.I adhered the sentiment covering the lower portion of the candles.

Finally I placed Fairy drops randomly on the card. They look like bubbles! The clear embellishments enhance the design without competition. 

This card is somewhat of a monochromatic style. The various shades of green and the neutral white makes it fit into the category minus the flames on the candles. 

Birthday cards are the most popular cards to make, and such a happy occasion too! It's fun to experiment with color and unplanned, slightly scattered arrangements. Until next time, have a fantastic day with all the things you love to do! Don't forget to check out the Poppystamps birthday release full of sweet treats and goodies.

 

 

Supplies

 

2671 Basic Birthday Candles

2668 Happy Birthday Streamer Script

2609 Scallop Pinpoint Rings

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

DRP101 Fairy Drops

GP1006 Festive Glitter Pad

The Candles Are Lit by Rachel Duong

The candles are lit and we're ready to eat! Hello, it's Rachel here with a birthday card featuring Poppystamps latest release "Basic Birthday Candles" and "Happy Birthday Streamer Script" die sets. You might wonder where the cake is-- thats for another day. 

To create this card I chose three coordinating papers in shades of green from the "Birthday Fun Pack" printed paper for the Poppystamps "Basic Birthday Candles".  I die cut the flames with 2 shades of gold glitter.  (The paper is listed below.) I reinforced each piece with another layer underneath.

Next I die cut the "Scallop Pinpoint Rings" in a heavy vellum and white cardstock. Then I trimmed the patterned green paper slightly smaller than an A2 size and glued it onto a white cardbase. 

I arranged the candles to look as if i just set them down. I glued the flames to the candles.  I die cut the birthday sentiment out of white paper and then the outline in heavy vellum. I used dimensionals under the sentiment to pop it up.I adhered the sentiment covering the lower portion of the candles.

Finally I placed Fairy drops randomly on the card. They look like bubbles! The clear embellishments enhance the design without competition. 

This card is somewhat of a monochromatic style. The various shades of green and the neutral white makes it fit into the category minus the flames on the candles. 

Birthday cards are the most popular cards to make, and such a happy occasion too! It's fun to experiment with color and unplanned, slightly scattered arrangements. Until next time, have a fantastic day with all the things you love to do! Don't forget to check out the Poppystamps birthday release full of sweet treats and goodies.

 

 

Supplies

 

2671 Basic Birthday Candles

2668 Happy Birthday Streamer Script

2609 Scallop Pinpoint Rings

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

DRP101 Fairy Drops

GP1006 Festive Glitter Pad

Great Day for a Birthday by Allison Frazier

Hello, Poppystamps friends! I am excited to be back on the blog today sharing some products from the new Birthday Love Release. This is an amazing release, and although it was hard to choose what to use first, these Celebration Banners won my heart. 

As soon as I came up with the idea for the birds holding the banners, I knew that I wanted this to be very clean, simple and sweet. I started by choosing a paper from the new Birthday Fun Paper Pack. I trimmed it down and adhered it to an A2 sized card base. I then came up with my color palette by using the blue and yellow from the paper and adding in the pink. I cut the main piece of the banner set from gold card stock (the piece that has the string). I then cut the banner pieces from the three colors and glued those onto the gold piece.

I cut two of the birds from the Nordic Bird Bunch, one in yellow tones and one in turquoise tones. I adhered all of the pieces with liquid glue. I colored the pieces for the beak with a black marker so that I didn't need to cut it again from black card stock. I cut a white piece of card stock to 4.75" x 3.5" and heat embossed my sentiment with gold embossing powder. I adhered this white panel to the card base and then adhered my die cuts with liquid glue. I finished up with a few pastel jewels. 

I think this card is so sweet, and I love how it turned out. I actually think this would make a great baby card! I hope it brings a smile to your face. Thanks so much for joining us today.

 

 

SUPPLIES

 

2676 Celebration Banner

cl518 Balloon Celebrations clear stamp set

pp2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

2601 Nordic Bird Bunch

 

 

jwl002 Pastel Jewels

sp1010 Lagoon 6x6 pack

sp1012 Blush 6x6 pack

sp1013 Sunrise 6x6 pack

Great Day for a Birthday by Allison Frazier

Hello, Poppystamps friends! I am excited to be back on the blog today sharing some products from the new Birthday Love Release. This is an amazing release, and although it was hard to choose what to use first, these Celebration Banners won my heart. 

As soon as I came up with the idea for the birds holding the banners, I knew that I wanted this to be very clean, simple and sweet. I started by choosing a paper from the new Birthday Fun Paper Pack. I trimmed it down and adhered it to an A2 sized card base. I then came up with my color palette by using the blue and yellow from the paper and adding in the pink. I cut the main piece of the banner set from gold card stock (the piece that has the string). I then cut the banner pieces from the three colors and glued those onto the gold piece.

I cut two of the birds from the Nordic Bird Bunch, one in yellow tones and one in turquoise tones. I adhered all of the pieces with liquid glue. I colored the pieces for the beak with a black marker so that I didn't need to cut it again from black card stock. I cut a white piece of card stock to 4.75" x 3.5" and heat embossed my sentiment with gold embossing powder. I adhered this white panel to the card base and then adhered my die cuts with liquid glue. I finished up with a few pastel jewels. 

I think this card is so sweet, and I love how it turned out. I actually think this would make a great baby card! I hope it brings a smile to your face. Thanks so much for joining us today.

 

 

SUPPLIES

 

2676 Celebration Banner

cl518 Balloon Celebrations clear stamp set

pp2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

2601 Nordic Bird Bunch

 

 

jwl002 Pastel Jewels

sp1010 Lagoon 6x6 pack

sp1012 Blush 6x6 pack

sp1013 Sunrise 6x6 pack

You Really Know How To Shine! by Rachel Duong

You really know how to shine! Hi there, it's Rachel here with a Poppystamps congratulations card.  I used the brand new release along with tons of metallic paper! The "Congrats Streamer Script" dies, "Brilliant Birthday Balloons" dies and the "Balloons Celebrations" stamp set make up this fantastic card. 

To create this card I die cut the "Brilliant Birthday Balloons" using shiny gold, silver, copper, red, fuschia and magenta metallic paper from the Memory Box "Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad". 

Next I cut red cardstock to an A2 size and glued it to a white cardbase. I chose patterned paper from The "Birthday Fun" double sided paper pad. I trimmed and glued white paper with gold dots leaving approximately a quarter inch of red border.

I arranged the balloons and when I found a display pleasing to my eye, I adhered them to the cardfront. I started with the large balloons and then placed the small ones so that they overlapped and the colors were balanced and easy to see. I also glued tails to each balloon.

I die cut the "Congrats Streamer Script" --red for the border and the patterned paper for the congrats. I added a few layers to make the word show dimension. I just love this font! Then I stamped the sentiment on red paper and embossed it in gold. I cut out each individual word. I arranged the words in a wonky column configuration and glued it down.

Here is the card almost complete. Did  you see the words fell off the card? Tip--when glueing your pieces onto the metallic papers, make sure to allow extra time to secure and dry. This is the card before the last step. Some of us might want to stop here. 

To complete the card I splattered bright gold metallic acrylic paint concentrating on the area above congrats". I covered the all the words before splattering and then removed the mask to add a few small specks of paint. 

I love the brilliant shine when the balloons are illuminated with a light source. The effects make this card extra special!

Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope you feel inspired to make a bright and shiny card! Check out the new release by Poppystamps. It is full of balloons, treats and gorgeous flowers. May your day be radiant, brilliant and extra special!

 

Supplies

 

2672 Brilliant Birthday Balloons

2669 Congrats Streamer Script

CL518 Balloon Celebrations clear stamp set

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

FP1003 Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

You Really Know How To Shine! by Rachel Duong

You really know how to shine! Hi there, it's Rachel here with a Poppystamps congratulations card.  I used the brand new release along with tons of metallic paper! The "Congrats Streamer Script" dies, "Brilliant Birthday Balloons" dies and the "Balloons Celebrations" stamp set make up this fantastic card. 

To create this card I die cut the "Brilliant Birthday Balloons" using shiny gold, silver, copper, red, fuschia and magenta metallic paper from the Memory Box "Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad". 

Next I cut red cardstock to an A2 size and glued it to a white cardbase. I chose patterned paper from The "Birthday Fun" double sided paper pad. I trimmed and glued white paper with gold dots leaving approximately a quarter inch of red border.

I arranged the balloons and when I found a display pleasing to my eye, I adhered them to the cardfront. I started with the large balloons and then placed the small ones so that they overlapped and the colors were balanced and easy to see. I also glued tails to each balloon.

I die cut the "Congrats Streamer Script" --red for the border and the patterned paper for the congrats. I added a few layers to make the word show dimension. I just love this font! Then I stamped the sentiment on red paper and embossed it in gold. I cut out each individual word. I arranged the words in a wonky column configuration and glued it down.

Here is the card almost complete. Did  you see the words fell off the card? Tip--when glueing your pieces onto the metallic papers, make sure to allow extra time to secure and dry. This is the card before the last step. Some of us might want to stop here. 

To complete the card I splattered bright gold metallic acrylic paint concentrating on the area above congrats". I covered the all the words before splattering and then removed the mask to add a few small specks of paint. 

I love the brilliant shine when the balloons are illuminated with a light source. The effects make this card extra special!

Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope you feel inspired to make a bright and shiny card! Check out the new release by Poppystamps. It is full of balloons, treats and gorgeous flowers. May your day be radiant, brilliant and extra special!

 

Supplies

 

2672 Brilliant Birthday Balloons

2669 Congrats Streamer Script

CL518 Balloon Celebrations clear stamp set

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

FP1003 Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

Cake Time by Tricia Barber

Happy New Year, everyone! It's Tricia here, and I'm excited to share a delightful shabby chic birthday card with you today! I had a vision of creating a charming dollhouse birthday scene, and I decided to use some lovely Christmas patterned paper that I still had on hand.

For the card panel, I chose the Memory Box Poinsettia Garland, which adds a beautiful touch. To create the playhouse, I used the Poinsettia Plaid paper alongside the adorable Large Mushroom House. To complete the scene, I incorporated a grassy border using the Nordic Delicate Border set, giving the card a whimsical and festive feel. I hope you enjoy this creative project!

To bring the birthday scene to life, I die cut delightful balloons and candles using the Corner Shoppe Birthday Celebrations die. For the cake, cupcakes, cake stand, and banner, I utilized the entire set of die cuts from the Corner Shoppe Birthday Treats. All the elements were cut from white cardstock and then brought to life with my alcohol markers. To add a touch of whimsy, I included the adorable Whittle Mouse, perfectly sized for the Mushroom House. This charming addition really completes the festive atmosphere of the card!

To complete my card, I add a happy birthday sentiment and banner from the Birthday Banners stamp and die set. For a bit of magic, I sprinkled Fairy Jewels to mimic smoke and add a little sparkle to the scene. Thank you for stopping by, and happy crafting!

 

 

 

 

Supplies

 

CB514 Birthday Banners clear stamp and die set

2618 Corner Shoppe Birthday Treats

2620 Corner Shoppe Birthday Celebrations

2655 Large Mushroom House

2630 Nordic Delicate Border Set

2153 Whittle Mouse

JWL002 Pastel Jewels

Cake Time by Tricia Barber

Happy New Year, everyone! It's Tricia here, and I'm excited to share a delightful shabby chic birthday card with you today! I had a vision of creating a charming dollhouse birthday scene, and I decided to use some lovely Christmas patterned paper that I still had on hand.

For the card panel, I chose the Memory Box Poinsettia Garland, which adds a beautiful touch. To create the playhouse, I used the Poinsettia Plaid paper alongside the adorable Large Mushroom House. To complete the scene, I incorporated a grassy border using the Nordic Delicate Border set, giving the card a whimsical and festive feel. I hope you enjoy this creative project!

To bring the birthday scene to life, I die cut delightful balloons and candles using the Corner Shoppe Birthday Celebrations die. For the cake, cupcakes, cake stand, and banner, I utilized the entire set of die cuts from the Corner Shoppe Birthday Treats. All the elements were cut from white cardstock and then brought to life with my alcohol markers. To add a touch of whimsy, I included the adorable Whittle Mouse, perfectly sized for the Mushroom House. This charming addition really completes the festive atmosphere of the card!

To complete my card, I add a happy birthday sentiment and banner from the Birthday Banners stamp and die set. For a bit of magic, I sprinkled Fairy Jewels to mimic smoke and add a little sparkle to the scene. Thank you for stopping by, and happy crafting!

 

 

 

 

Supplies

 

CB514 Birthday Banners clear stamp and die set

2618 Corner Shoppe Birthday Treats

2620 Corner Shoppe Birthday Celebrations

2655 Large Mushroom House

2630 Nordic Delicate Border Set

2153 Whittle Mouse

JWL002 Pastel Jewels

Happy New Year! by Rachel Duong

It's almost 2025! An early "Happy New Year" is in order. Looking ahead, I thought I would create a card to celebrate. The Poppystamps "Nordic Happy Snowman" is so cheerful and why not bling him out with all the confetti and sparkles I could find?!

First I chose a fun confetti patterned paper. I used the bits of color for my color scheme. I cut it down to an A2 size cardfront.

Next I cut the entire "Nordic Happy Snowman" die set out of plain white cardstock. The snowman is a beautiful glitter paper with specks of pale green and pink. I colored the carrot nose with orange watercolor paint and the stick arms in brown. I used a black Sharpie marker for the eyes on the bottom layer of the head. The remainder of the pieces were from patterned plaid and gold glitter paper. I assembled and glued the snowman together. 

I saved all the pieces to make another card. I try not to waste any of the beautiful papers by Memory Box. As you can see I have a lot of pieces to work with!

Next I stamped the sentiment from the "Say it Big" stamp set on the same paper as the snowman's hat and top.  I stamped it again on a light pink patterned paper with gold swirls. The swirls make the sentiment harder to read, but I love the effect when the light hits it. I cut out the second part of the sentiment(yet to come) and glued it onto the green one(the best is). This stamp set is a wonderful collection of large sentiments with inspiring messages. It also comes with matching dies.

I die cut a frame to ground the images. I used the largest of the three "Double Scalloped Stitched Frames" in gold glitter paper, using the outer piece.

Then I stamped the "Happy New Year" from the "Christmas Banners" stamp and die set. I used the same paper as the background and cut it out with the straight banner die. The "Word Balloons" I stamped on the matching plaid paper from the snowman's scarf. I adhered the sentiment onto the balloon allowing the banner to extend off the edge.

The best part is taking the elements and deciding where to glue them! I knew where the frame would go so I adhered that first to the patterned paper. I wanted the snowman to overlap the frame so I placed it accordingly. The large sentiment looked best slightly lower than midway down the cardfront with the snowman's hand overlapping. The word balloon at an angle gave character to the cardfront. Finally I added pale green and pink "Fairy Jewels" in random places.
Do you remember the extra snowman dies I cut out of white cardstock? Use them to add strength to the pieces as needed. It isn't necessary to do this step, but if you are like me, I tend to bend and crease paper pieces if they are too thin.

This picture shows the snowman twinkling away in all his beauty! As you probably know, I love sparkle and shine on everything!

I hope you find this card happy and uplifting as we welcome in 2025. I love the Poppystamps "Happy Snowman", he is super adorable. Also a new release is being posted any moment!

Thanks for stopping by and may you enjoy many days of cardmaking in 2025. Happy New Year! 

Supplies

 

2640

2380

2474

CB510

GP1006

GP1001

JWL002

Happy New Year! by Rachel Duong

It's almost 2025! An early "Happy New Year" is in order. Looking ahead, I thought I would create a card to celebrate. The Poppystamps "Nordic Happy Snowman" is so cheerful and why not bling him out with all the confetti and sparkles I could find?!

First I chose a fun confetti patterned paper. I used the bits of color for my color scheme. I cut it down to an A2 size cardfront.

Next I cut the entire "Nordic Happy Snowman" die set out of plain white cardstock. The snowman is a beautiful glitter paper with specks of pale green and pink. I colored the carrot nose with orange watercolor paint and the stick arms in brown. I used a black Sharpie marker for the eyes on the bottom layer of the head. The remainder of the pieces were from patterned plaid and gold glitter paper. I assembled and glued the snowman together. 

I saved all the pieces to make another card. I try not to waste any of the beautiful papers by Memory Box. As you can see I have a lot of pieces to work with!

Next I stamped the sentiment from the "Say it Big" stamp set on the same paper as the snowman's hat and top.  I stamped it again on a light pink patterned paper with gold swirls. The swirls make the sentiment harder to read, but I love the effect when the light hits it. I cut out the second part of the sentiment(yet to come) and glued it onto the green one(the best is). This stamp set is a wonderful collection of large sentiments with inspiring messages. It also comes with matching dies.

I die cut a frame to ground the images. I used the largest of the three "Double Scalloped Stitched Frames" in gold glitter paper, using the outer piece.

Then I stamped the "Happy New Year" from the "Christmas Banners" stamp and die set. I used the same paper as the background and cut it out with the straight banner die. The "Word Balloons" I stamped on the matching plaid paper from the snowman's scarf. I adhered the sentiment onto the balloon allowing the banner to extend off the edge.

The best part is taking the elements and deciding where to glue them! I knew where the frame would go so I adhered that first to the patterned paper. I wanted the snowman to overlap the frame so I placed it accordingly. The large sentiment looked best slightly lower than midway down the cardfront with the snowman's hand overlapping. The word balloon at an angle gave character to the cardfront. Finally I added pale green and pink "Fairy Jewels" in random places.
Do you remember the extra snowman dies I cut out of white cardstock? Use them to add strength to the pieces as needed. It isn't necessary to do this step, but if you are like me, I tend to bend and crease paper pieces if they are too thin.

This picture shows the snowman twinkling away in all his beauty! As you probably know, I love sparkle and shine on everything!

I hope you find this card happy and uplifting as we welcome in 2025. I love the Poppystamps "Happy Snowman", he is super adorable. Also a new release is being posted any moment!

Thanks for stopping by and may you enjoy many days of cardmaking in 2025. Happy New Year! 

Supplies

 

2640

2380

2474

CB510

GP1006

GP1001

JWL002

Nordic Times Three By Lisa Elton

I was in a rush to get some Christmas cards made. You? So I set myself up a little assembly line and cranked out three cards in a jiffy. All three cards started with a vanilla card base, one of our pretty Nordic die cuts and a holiday greeting. I used just one 6x6 sheet of designer paper (MB) for all of them, accenting with a couple more bits and pieces of another. 

First up is this little number featuring the Nordic Layered Ornament, Little String Bow and the very pretty Merry Christmas Moonlight Script. It's topped with two of the Nordic Wintertide Borders, one adorned with coordinating Pastel Jewels. 

I used gold paper from the Vintage Pastel Mirror pad for the sentiment and part of the ornament. It compliments the snippet of patterned paper (MB) making up the first layer on the ornament. The loops in the bow come in two pieces so you can add them to your liking.

The Nordic Bell is the focal point for my second card. This time I cut the center of the decorative paper using the Scallop Pinpoint Rings. I added just the scalloped portion back in leaving the center open for the bell. The Lavish Merry Christmas, backed in vellum, was a good fit for the sentiment.

Once again I used sage cardstock, gold Vintage Pastel Mirror paper and another snippet of designer paper (MB) for the bell. The Nordic dies come with a few layers. You can use them all, as I did, or not. It's up to you!

Remember that Circle left over from the previous card? Well, I added it here cutting another outer scalloped ring in vanilla to frame it. One of the cute Nordic Stockings takes center stage with some festive decorative paper behind it.

I created a neutral stocking so it didn't compete with the big pine pattern in the circle. 

Three cards in no time at all! Do you have a favorite? I know which one is mine! Now, how many more do I need??!!

Supplies

 

2625 Nordic Layered Ornament

2662 Little Bow and String

2596 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script

2633 Nordic Wintertide Border Set

2609 Scallop Pinpoint Rings

2638 Nordic Bell

2590 Lavish Merry Christmas

2636 Nordic Stockings

2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script

FP1002 Vintage Pastel Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

JWL002 Pastel Jewels

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Nordic Times Three By Lisa Elton

I was in a rush to get some Christmas cards made. You? So I set myself up a little assembly line and cranked out three cards in a jiffy. All three cards started with a vanilla card base, one of our pretty Nordic die cuts and a holiday greeting. I used just one 6x6 sheet of designer paper (MB) for all of them, accenting with a couple more bits and pieces of another. 

First up is this little number featuring the Nordic Layered Ornament, Little String Bow and the very pretty Merry Christmas Moonlight Script. It's topped with two of the Nordic Wintertide Borders, one adorned with coordinating Pastel Jewels. 

I used gold paper from the Vintage Pastel Mirror pad for the sentiment and part of the ornament. It compliments the snippet of patterned paper (MB) making up the first layer on the ornament. The loops in the bow come in two pieces so you can add them to your liking.

The Nordic Bell is the focal point for my second card. This time I cut the center of the decorative paper using the Scallop Pinpoint Rings. I added just the scalloped portion back in leaving the center open for the bell. The Lavish Merry Christmas, backed in vellum, was a good fit for the sentiment.

Once again I used sage cardstock, gold Vintage Pastel Mirror paper and another snippet of designer paper (MB) for the bell. The Nordic dies come with a few layers. You can use them all, as I did, or not. It's up to you!

Remember that Circle left over from the previous card? Well, I added it here cutting another outer scalloped ring in vanilla to frame it. One of the cute Nordic Stockings takes center stage with some festive decorative paper behind it.

I created a neutral stocking so it didn't compete with the big pine pattern in the circle. 

Three cards in no time at all! Do you have a favorite? I know which one is mine! Now, how many more do I need??!!

Supplies

 

2625 Nordic Layered Ornament

2662 Little Bow and String

2596 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script

2633 Nordic Wintertide Border Set

2609 Scallop Pinpoint Rings

2638 Nordic Bell

2590 Lavish Merry Christmas

2636 Nordic Stockings

2598 Happy Holidays Moonlight Script

FP1002 Vintage Pastel Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

JWL002 Pastel Jewels

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