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A Heartwarming Woodland Horse Card by Jami Steiger

November 23, 2025 No Comments

If you love cozy winter scenes and heartfelt handmade cards, you’ll adore this new Woodland Horse Card by designer Jami Steiger. Using the Art Impressions 6087 – Woodland Horse Scene, Jami crafted a charming snowy vignette inspired by a very special horse from her family’s past. In her post on the Art Impressions Blog, Jami shares that years ago her family owned a horse named Kalem, the sweetest boy with the gentlest personality. When she saw this stamp set, she knew instantly that she wanted to paint the horse to resemble him — and the result is pure holiday magic. To create her scene, Jami stamped the image in black archival ink, then painted it with Tombow markers (969, 947, 977, 856, N65, 723, 526, 177, 565). She finished the piece with snow accents, glitter, rhinestones, and a festive wreath. For extra texture, she added a seam-binding bow, pearls, and…

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Long Stem Florals: Small Stamps, Big Fun!

September 25, 2025 No Comments

Let’s be real—every crafter needs a go-to flower set. The kind you can pull out when you want something quick, cheerful, and super versatile. That’s exactly what you get with Art Impressions Long Stem Florals. These little blooms might look simple, but wow, do they pack a punch! In the Fall issue of Creative Scrapbooker Magazine, Cathie Allan showed off just how handy these stamps can be. She used the Long Stem Florals on both a scrapbook page and a card, and honestly, it’s the kind of set you’ll reach for again and again. Why We’re Loving Long Stem Florals – They play nice with everything – scrapbook layouts, cards, tags—you name it. – Speedy crafting – perfect for those “oops, I need a card NOW” moments. – Sweet and subtle – add just the right touch without taking over your design. Cathie’s Projects from the Fall Issue Scrapbook Layout—“Kickin’…

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Swingin’ Through Retirement | Renee Matarese for Art Impressions

August 21, 2025 No Comments

Swingin’ Through Retirement has never looked this fun! Designer Renee Matarese hit a hole-in-one with her playful Birdie Betty card for Art Impressions. This sassy golfer from the Ai People collection is ready to rule the green—and maybe the 19th hole, too! Renee paired Birdie Betty with bright papers from the Father’s Day and Golf packs, added snazzy details using Copics and die cuts, and sprinkled in cheerful embellishments for extra flair. We love how the Ai People characters always bring a smile (and sometimes a giggle). They’re perfect for retirement, birthdays, or anytime you want to give a card with personality plus. 👉 Don’t stop here—swing over to the Art Impressions Blog for Renee’s full supply list, close-up photos, and all the crafty details. Wishing you all a happy golf season, my friends! Join the Village of Inspired People 🌸 Love crafty inspiration like this? Come join our Village…

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Hello Sunshine Card – Sweet Summer Florals Step-by-Step

July 5, 2025 No Comments

Looking to brighten someone’s day? This Hello Sunshine Card is just what you need! Created with the Sweet Summer Florals Collection from Simply Stated Design. Super Stock from Creative Scrapbooker Magazine, and adhesives from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L, this vibrant project is as sunny as it gets. Let’s dive into the details so you can make your own Hello Sunshine Card at home. Cut a piece measuring 4 ¼” x 5 ½” from Sweet Summer Florals Paper 4 (Simply Stated Design). Cut another measuring 3 ¾” x 5” from Paper 2. Sand the edges of both. Cut a piece measuring 4” x 5 ¼” from Solid Paper 1. Sand the edges. From the Essentials Ephemera, gather the Hello Sunshine sentiment, citrus banner, and citrus tag. Sand the edges of the banner and tag. From the Florals Ephemera, select the large citrus and floral cluster. Choose to keep or fussy cut…

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Dare 2B Artzy Bicycle Card Inspiration with Karla Yungwirth

May 20, 2025 No Comments

Dare 2B Artzy products bring fun and flair to this vibrant spring-inspired bicycle card designed by Karla Yungwirth! This joyful project appears in the Spring issue of Creative Scrapbooker Magazine and bursts with colour, creativity, and cheerful energy—perfect for anyone who adores papercrafting. Build with Dare 2B Artzy Stamps and Dies To create the main focal point, Karla turned to the Dare 2B Artzy Bike Bouquet stamps and coordinating dies. She used Zebra Pen Mildliners for soft, vibrant colouring and stamped the images with Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide inks. Layering the elements added dimension and charm to the card. Dare 2B Artzy Stencils and Patterned Paper Magic For the background, Karla selected a polka dot texture using the Dare 2B Artzy Circle Duo Stencil Set. She combined it with papers from the Countryside Floral Collection to create a beautifully balanced spring palette that’s lighthearted and elegant. Add Pop with…

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Elegant Botanicals with Altenew Leaf Canopy

May 15, 2025 No Comments

Altenew Leaf Canopy is the star of this beautiful cardmaking project by designer Heather Fischer. Featured in the Summer issue of Creative Scrapbooker Magazine, this duo of stunning handmade cards highlights the versatility and elegance of Altenew’s Leaf Canopy Stamp Set, Die Set, and Add-On Die. Whether you’re designing vibrant sentiments like “Have a Good Day” or sending heartfelt thanks, this collection allows you to layer, emboss, and dimensionally elevate your designs with ease. Heather’s supply list includes: Creative Scrapbooker Super Stock Altenew stamps and dies Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink, embossing ink & embossing powder Lisa Horton Crafts embossing folder Elizabeth Craft Designs dies Simple Stories enamel dots Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L E-Z Runner & 3D Foam Adhesive From subtle watercoloured leaves to bold pops of colour, the Altenew Leaf Canopy collection offers timeless design possibilities for all skill levels. 🌿 This project is featured in the Summer…

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Winter Cardmaking Inspiration with Pink & Main and Justin Adkins

November 26, 2024 No Comments

Winter crafting is in full swing, and the Pink & Main Stamps are here to bring your holiday cardmaking to life! Justin Adkins’ latest creation, featured in the Winter issue of Creative Scrapbooker Magazine, perfectly captures the charm of the season. Using adorable critters, sparkling embellishments, and vibrant colors, this card is a wonderful way to celebrate winter. A Closer Look at the Card Justin’s card design features a cheerful seal, fox, and polar bear, all stamped and colored with Copic Markers for bold, eye-catching details. The soft pink background, created using Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink, provides a dreamy, snowy atmosphere. Glitter accents, enamel dots, and touches of foil add extra sparkle, while the sentiment “Warm Winter Wishes” ties the theme together. The use of Pink & Main’s Let it Snow Foilable Kit bring a professional-quality shine to the card. Featured Supplies Here’s what you’ll need to create this…

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How to Create a Stunning Hello Friend Card Using Lindy’s Gang and Penny Black Products | Katelyn Spencer

September 30, 2024 No Comments

Hey Creative Scrapbooker Fans! Today, I’m excited to share with you how to create this Hello Friend Card using a variety of products from Lindy’s Gang, Stampers Anonymous, Penny Black, Ranger, Creative Scrapbooker Magazine’s Super Stock, and Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L. Grab your favorite beverage and follow along to recreate this card! Step 1: Prepare Your Watercolor Paper Start by cutting a piece of Cotton Watercolor Paper from Ranger to 6”x6”. Emboss the paper using the Melody Embossing Folder from Penny Black, then trim it down to 4”x5 ¼”, ensuring the embossed music sheet remains visible. From the Lindy’s Gang collection- Alexandra’s Artist, sprinkle Karin’s Coral, Andrea’s Azalea and Martina’s Marigold pigment powders over the paper as desired. Lightly spritz with water and allow time for the paper to dry completely. Step 2: Add Stamping and Ink Blending Once the paper has dried, grab the circle stamp from the Deconstructed…