Uplifting Umbrella Shaker Card

Do you find that everyone, from time to time, needs a little encouragement and/or reminder that even a rainy, dark day can be turned around? Today I'm  here with my latest CutCardStock project. It is an uplifting umbrella shaker card that is sure to add a little sunshine to a rainy day!

This card features a textured brick background, soft floral accents, and a bold yellow umbrella. This design is full of dimension, movement, shaker bits and an encouraging sentiment that is sure to raise spirits.

Supplies for Uplifting Umbrella Shaker Card

• Classic Crest Solar White Cardstock
• DCS Canvas Textured Rubber Ducky Yellow Cardstock
• Lessebo Salt Water Blue Cardstock
• Bright Foil Silver 10 pt Cardstock
• Brick embossing folder
• Die-cutting machine
• Floral corner die
• Umbrella die
• Shape die (for shaker window)
• Acetate
• Foam adhesive
• Sequins or shaker mix
• Ink blending tools & inks
• Sentiment stamp & black ink
• Liquid adhesive

Step 1: Create the Card Base

Cut a piece of Classic Crest Solar White Cardstock to 7 x 10 inches. Score at 5 inches on the 10 inch side, fold and burnish to create an A7 (5 x7 inch) card base. Set aside.

Step 2: Die Cutting for Uplifting Umbrella Shaker Card

Use a shape die to cut a window from the center of a 4 3/4 x 6 3/4 inch piece of Classic Crest Solar White Cardstock. This will be the focal area for your shaker.

Die cut 2 floral corner pieces out of Classic Crest Solar White Cardstock.

Cut 2 umbrellas. One out of Bright Foil Silver 10 pt Cardstock and one out of DCS Canvas Textured Rubber Ducky Yellow Cardstock. The silver piece serves as the base of the umbrella. Trim the handle and top off of the yellow umbrella. Draw in sections and shading on the yellow piece. See photo for reference.

Step 3: Inking & Stamping Sentiment

Run the shaker window panel through your die-cutting machine using a brick embossing folder to create texture. Add ink with an ink blending tool to the raised areas.

Ink the floral borders to add color and adhere to the embossed panel.

Cut a piece of Lessebo Salt Water Blue Cardstock to 5 x 7 inches for the card background and base of the shaker. Stamp the sentiment so it will be seen through the shaker window. Adhere to the white card base.

Step 4: Build the Shaker

Attach acetate behind the window opening. Add foam adhesive to the back side.

Pour sequins or shaker mix onto the card base.

Adhere the panel to the card base.

Step 5: Finishing the Uplifting Umbrella Shaker Card

Assemble the umbrella pieces and adhere to the card.
Add sequins to complete.

You now have a bright and uplifting umbrella shaker card featuring texture, movement and a pop of sunny color! The combination of embossed detail, soft florals, and interactive elements makes this a standout design for any occasion.

Thanks so much for checking out my project. I hope you’ve enjoyed it.

For more inspiration join us over on the CutCardStock Facebook Page and the Facebook Group Creating with CutCardStock. And check out our CutCardStock YouTube Channel too!

And, find even more inspiration on the CutCardStock Creative Blog!

Create a Scalloped Border Card

 This scalloped border card is such a sweet mix of soft color, pattern, and uplifting sentiment—perfect for spring or just sending a little encouragement! Hey there! Judy V here with a step-by-step tutorial so you can recreate this look.

Stamp and Color the Image

Stamp the birds from Birds of a Feather Stamps onto white cardstock that had been die cut on both the top and lower edges with Scalloped Border Die.

Color them using alcohol markers or colored pencils in a variety of bright, cheerful shades. Prismacolor Pencils are my choice.

Trimming Cardstock

Cut a piece of teal cardstock to 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches. Score at 4 1/4 inches along the 8 1/2 inch side. Fold and burnish. This forms an A2 card base.

A piece of coral cardstock is cut to 3 7/8 x 5 1/8 inches. 

Trim a piece of a plaid pattern paper from the Spring Plaids Paper Pack to approximately 2 7/8 x 3 inches.

Stamp the sentiment from the Birds of a Feather Stamps below the bird image

Die Cut Embellishments

Die cut a small accent using the Scalloped Circle Die out of teal cardstock.

Cut two small banners using the Pennant Dies (one coral, one teal).

Assemble the Card

Adhere the pattern paper panel to the lower portion of the coral piece. This adds a soft, colorful foundation and balances the brighter top section.

Add the white scalloped piece over the plaid paper leaving to top of the coral panel bare.

Then adhere this assembled panel to the card base.

Finishing touches

Cut the scalloped circle die cut in half. Tuck under the white scalloped panel on the upper left side.

Add the 2 pennant pieces up under the lower left side.

Opalescence Confetti Embellishments are added randomly to the top half of the card to complete the design.

Final Thoughts

This design is a great way to combine patterned paper with clean stamping and soft die-cut details. The bright birds paired with the encouraging sentiment make it perfect for sending a little happiness through the mail.

Feel free to switch up the color palette or papers to match different seasons or occasions!

Supplies Used

• Pajama Crafter Stamps:
  • Birds of a Feather Stamps
  •  Scalloped Circle Die
  •  Scalloped Circle Die
  • Pennant Dies
  • Spring Plaids Paper Pack
  • Opalescence Confetti Embellishments
• Cardstock (teal, coral, white)
• Alcohol markers or colored pencils
• Black ink
• Adhesive 
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Cut It Up Challenge - Colors of Spring

CRAFT Challenge - ATG

Word Art Wednesday - ATG

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Ally's Angels - ATG

Classic Design Challenge - ATG/Furry Friends Twist

Crafty Animals - ATG w/animals

Critter Crazy - ATG/w featured critters

A Cut Above - ATG with Die Cut

A Place to Start - playing ATG

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Bright & Cheerful

613 Avenue Create - playing ATG

Home Sweet Home Jar Decor

 There’s something so special about creating decor pieces that bring a warm, handmade touch to your space—and today’s project does just that! Judy here sharing this adorable altered mason jar featuring beautiful Clear Scraps chipboard embellishments and a soft, homey color palette.

This project is perfect for spring decorating or as a thoughtful handmade gift for someone special.

Project Details

I started with a simple plastic jar and transformed it into a charming décor piece using patterned paper, soft florals, and layered chipboard elements.

Using: Home Chipboard Punchout Embellishments, Mason Jar Wooden Covers

Lid Assembly

Let’s start by assembling the lid cover.

Layer and glue 3 of the included rings together. 

Next, add the piece with the hole in the middle.

Finish with the last ring and paint.

Next, choose chipboard pieces for the lid tops.

Paint the tops white and add color to the chipboard pieces.

Adhere chipboard to the tops and embellish with mini flowers.

Front Design

I cut a piece of patterned paper to add to the jar.

Color is added to 2 more chipboard pieces for the front of the jar.

The focal point of the jar is the “Home Sweet Home” chipboard embellishment. I love how dimension from chipboard instantly elevates a project! I layered the piece onto a white die cut circle to make the sentiment stand out against the patterned background.

To bring everything together, I added a mix of dimensional flowers in soft blues, creams, and peaches along the bottom. These little details add texture and make the design feel cozy and inviting.

Why I Love This Project

What I love most about this piece is how versatile it is. You can:

• Use it as home décor
• Turn it into a gift container
• Fill it with seasonal items
• Display it on a shelf or craft space

Clear Scraps chipboard elements make it so easy to customize and layer for a polished, dimensional look.

Final Thoughts

This “Home Sweet Home” mason jar is a simple project with a big impact. With just a few supplies and some creative layering, you can turn an everyday item into something truly special.

If you give this project a try, I’d love to see how you make it your own!

Spring Garden Card

Happy Friday!

The Pajama Crafter Stamps Design Team is showcasing projects

with a Spring Garden theme for our Inspiration Hop this month over on Instagram.

There are projects created with this month's New Release products as well as

projects created with older products.

My inspiration card is great for sending a little sunshine your way! 🌸💖

It features a sweet wheelbarrow overflowing with bright florals, paired with soft spring plaid and a pop of pink for that perfect happy hello! 

I added a stitched circle frame, fluttering butterflies, and a sprinkle of rhinestones to bring it all to life.

Sometimes the simplest message—“just a note to say hello”—can mean so much 💌

Products used:

In Full Bloom Stamps

All Occasion Flashcards

Spring Plaid 6x6 Paper Pack

Knock Out Pink Rhinestone Mix Embellishments

Check out the hop for a chance to win a $15 Pajama Crafter Stamps store credit.

Get started at Instagram.

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Beautiful Blossoms - Anything Florals Goes

Classic Design Challenge - ATG option

The Creative Crafters - ATG

The Four Seasons Challenge - Spring

A Place to Start - playing ATG

Simon Says Stamp Monday - Bright and Cheerful

613 Avenue Create - playing ATG

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG

We Love Stamping - Spring

Floral Garden Card

Hello!

I hope everyone is doing well!

It is so hard to believe that we are halfway through another month!

I just can't figure out where time goes.

Today I have an inspiration card created for

Conie Fong Art & Design.

I have used the beautiful digi,

Floral Garden.

 

Flowers are favorites of mine to color.

What about you?

I colored with Prismacolor Pencils, which is probably no surprise.

And fussy cut. Something else that is not surprise if you see much of what I create.

I pulled out a 3D embossing folder for the background.

A seam binding bow was added.

I die cut the sentiment.

Finishing touches were gems.

A little sparkle is always good, right?

Thanks so much for stopping by and have a great week!

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613 Avenue Create - playing ATG

A Place to Start - ATG

Daisy Chain Challenges - No Designer Paper

Love to Craft Challenge - ATG

Love to Scrap Challenge - ATG

The Four Seasons Challenge - Spring

A Place to Start - playing ATG

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG

Creative Knockouts - Embossing Delight

Inspiration Station - photo prompt (colors & flowers)

Party Animals Birthday Card with Creative Die Cutting

Today I’m excited to share a fun and festive party animals birthday card created for Pet Week at Pajama Crafter Stamps. Judy V here to share how this card came together with some creative die cutting.

This cheerful birthday card features an adorable trio of pets, all ready to party in their little hats. I wanted to create a playful scene with lots of movement and color, so I combined bright papers with layered die cuts and stamped images.

Card Details:

I started with a 5 x 6 1/2 inch white card base. Cut a piece of bright blue cardstock same size to cover the base and frame the design for a bold pop of color. For the background, I used patterned paper from the Birthday Bash Paper Pad, trimming it into sections for a fun, slightly whimsical layout.

To create visual interest, I added a white, soft curved layer across the center using the Scalloped Border Die. This helped separate the top and bottom sections while adding a touch of texture. Ink the “Happy Birthday” embossing on the scalloped edge with blue ink.

I die cut 2 areas of the white curved piece with the Scalloped Circle Die. Make another cut in the lower corner of the patterned paper. 

Stamp the sentiment with stamps from the Mix & Match Celebrations Sentimentsand adhere to the yellow pattern paper.

Layer the background onto the blue mat. Then apply to the card base.

Focal Elements

The stars of the card are these sweet pets from My Best Friend Stamps and High Five Stamps. Stamp each image. Color with Prismacolor Pencils and fussy cut.

Finishing Touches

Add the scalloped die cuts into the negative cut outs. The color beneath shows through and adds a little extra touch to the overall design.

Stamp party hats from Hippo Hooray Stamps and confetti elements from Prehistoric Birthday Stamps. Color with glitter gel pens and fussy cut.

Adhere the party animals to the scalloped circle die cut frames with foam tape. To complete add the party hats and confetti elements. These little details help bring everything together and enhance the celebratory theme.

Recap of Pajama Crafter Stamps Products Used

My Best Friend Stamps

High Five Stamps

Hippo Hooray Stamps

Prehistoric Birthday Stamps

Mix & Match Celebration Sentiments

Stitched Scalloped Border Die

Scalloped Circle Die

Birthday Bash Paper Pack

Final Thoughts

This card is perfect for any pet lover’s birthday—or honestly, anyone who appreciates a cute and cheerful design!

Thanks so much for stopping by, and I hope this project inspires you to create something fun for Pet Week! 

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Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG

Creative Fingers Challenge - ATG

Try it on Tuesday - Make it Cute

Unicorn Challenge - Use Dies

A Place to Start - playing ATG

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Crafts Galore Encore - ATG

Crafty Animals - ATG w/ animals

Critter Crazy Challenge - ATG

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