Creating a Bright Encouragement Card

 Sometimes the encouragement someone needs most 

is a gentle reminder of the strength they already possess. 

Today’s card combines bright colors, sunny details, and 

the sentiment “You Are Strong” to deliver that uplifting message.

Let me show you how to create this card with products from Pajama Crafter Stamps.

To begin, stamp the sweet Flower Child Stamps image and color it with Prismacolor Pencils. 

Soft shading and vibrant colors bring this character to life while adding plenty of personality and charm.

For the background, use the Sunburst Stencil to create a sunny focal point. 

The sunburst draws the eye directly to the image. 

The radiating rays add energy and movement, making the card feel bright and uplifting.

Add a narrow mat to the stenciled background with a piece of pink cardstock. 

Layer orange and pink polka dot patterned paper from 

the Spooky Sorbet Halloween Paper Pack behind. 

Even though it comes from a Halloween collection, the pattern paper

 coordinates perfectly with the Flower Child image.

Add the background panel to an orange card base.

Fussy cut the image. 

Stamp the sentiment “You Are Strong” from Awareness Stamps onto white card stock. 

Die cut the sentiment with a circle die. 

Take a piece of pink card stock and die cut using the Scalloped Circle Die. 

Cut a piece of the polka dot pattern paper for layering.

Add the pattern paper strip to the background near the bottom.

Adhere the image with foam tape to the left side of the card.

The sentiment goes on the right side.

To finish the design, I scattered a few Ballet Slipper Confetti Embellishments around the card. This adds a bit of sparkle and extra interest.

I love how the pink and orange colors create a fun retro-inspired feel that perfectly complements the Flower Child image.

Products Used:

Pajama Crafter Stamps Flower Child Stamps

Pajama Crafter Stamps Awareness Stamps

Pajama Crafter Stamps Sunburst Stencil

Pajama Crafter Stamps Scalloped Circle Die

Pajama Crafter Stamps Spooky Sorbet Halloween Paper Pack

Pajama Crafter Stamps Ballet Slipper Confetti Embellishments

Prismacolor Pencils

Orange, pink and white card stock

When someone needs a little extra sunshine in their day, 

a handmade card filled with cheerful color and 

heartfelt encouragement can make all the difference.

Until next time,

Judy 

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Linking up to:

613 Avenue Create - playing ATG

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG

Crafty Catz - ATG

Creative Fingers - ATG

Just Us Girls - ATG w/stencils

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - ATG

Addicted to Stamps and More - Die Cuts and/or Stencils

Cupcake Inspirations - ATG

Ally's Angels - ATG

Classic Design Challenge - ATG option

Tackle Box Pop Up Card Tutorial

 Looking for a fun and unexpected way to celebrate a fishing enthusiast’s birthday? 

 This Tackle Box Pop-Up Card is packed with personality and plenty of dimensional details! 

Created with colorful cardstock from CutCardStock with no special equipment needed. 

This fun design is the perfect handmade card for anglers of all ages.

Cardstock

Lessebo Taupe Cardstock

DCS Canvas Textured Mantis Green Cardstock

DCS Textured Indigo Blue Cardstock 

Cougar White Smooth CardStock

Other Supplies

Paper trimmer

Scoring tool

Adhesive (glue, double sided tape, foam tape)

Fishing themed clip art

Computer

Oval & square dies

Acetate

Getting Started

Start by cutting the cardstock pieces for constructing the tackle box.

Lessebo Taupe Cardstock – cut 2 pieces for card base

2 x 10 inches (1)

5 x 5 inches (1)

DCS Canvas Textured Mantis Green Cardstock – cut 2 pieces for tackle box trays; 3 decorative pieces

1 3/4 x 8 1/2 inches (1)

1 1/4 x 7 inches (1)

1 x 5 inches (1)

1/2 x 2 inches (2)

DCS Textured Indigo Blue Cardstock – cut 3 pieces for front & side of tackle box

4 3/4 x 1 3/4 inches (1)

1 3/4 x 1 3/4 inches (2)

Assembling Box

Score the 2 x 10 inch piece of Lessebo Taupe Cardstock at 1/2, 2 1/2, 7 1/2, 9 1/2 & 10 inches.

Next, score DCS Canvas Textured Mantis Green Cardstock larger piece at 1/2, 1 3/4, 6 3/4. 8 inches. Score the smaller piece at 1/2, 1, 6, 6 1/2 inches. The 1 x 5 inch piece is scored length wise at 1/2 inch.

Take the 5 x 5 inch taupe piece and adhere to the tabs of the scored piece to form box. 

See photo

Tuck in the green pieces and adhere the tabs to the back piece.

Next, add the DCS Textured Indigo Blue Cardstock pieces to the box.

Cut a 1 3/4 inch square out of the green cardstock and a 1 3/8 inch square frame from taupe. Fold the frame in half.

Adhere to the center of the 1 x 5 inch green piece as seen in photo below.

Adhere the 1 x 5 inch piece to the inside of the box with the fold on the upper edge. 

Apply foam tape to the back of the green square piece and adhere to box. 

Glue the two 1/2 x 2 inch pieces to the upper edges on the sides.

Adding the Final Touches

Print fishing lures, worms, hooks, etc onto Cougar White Smooth CardStock. 

Fussy cut.

Add the fussy cut clip art pieces to the box randomly. 

Wet glue and foam tape work good for this. 

Also add acetate with double side tape to some pieces to give a little “lift”.

Print a fish image and sentiment onto Cougar White Smooth CardStock. 

Die cut the sentiment with an oval die. 

Adhere both pieces to the back of the box.

Also, if desired, add a piece of the white cardstock measuring 4 3/4 x 4 3/4 inches to

 the very back of the box for adding a message to recipient.

The finished card measures 5 x 7 inches and folds flat to fit in an envelope.

Perfect for Any Fishing Fan

Whether you’re creating a birthday card for Dad, Grandpa, a friend, or a young fishing enthusiast, this tackle box pop-up card is sure to make a splash. 

The playful arrangement of fishing gear and colorful details creates a card 

that’s both fun and memorable.

Handmade cards become even more special when they reflect the recipient’s 

hobbies and interests, and this fishing-themed design does exactly that.

Thanks for checking out my project and let me know if you try one for yourself!

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Linking up to:

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Ally's Angels - ATG

Classic Design Challenge - ATG w/Summer Fun Twist

Sparkles Forum Challenge - Masculine

613 Avenue Create - ATG w/Craft or Hobby Twist

Dragonfly Dreams - Masculine

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG

Creative Creases - ATG w/fun fold

Creative Fingers - ATG

Crafty Catz - ATG

We're Meant to Bee! | Mixing Card Making Techniques

Happy Monday!

I'm starting out this week with a card I created for my 

Craft Roulette Episode #324 submission.

All products used are from from Pajama Crafter Stamps, except the solid card stocks and inks.

 I had so much fun putting this card together using several techniques.

To start, I had the parameters to meet.

Easel project is easy enough. I enjoy making easel cards!

The colors are easy. Endless really!

But I wasn't quite sure what to do with table & bug(s) or inscrts.

So I perused my Pajama Crafter Stamps supplies and a light bulb went off!!!

I would create an outdoor scene with the 2 bears from

Bruno Bee Keeper Stamps!

This set also has bees, of course, so the insect parameter is met.

And, it's fairly easy to make a table out of cardstock, right?

So, with a plan in mind, I got to work!

I stamped the bears, bees, flowers and honey pot and jar from the stamp set,

colored them up with pencils and fussy cut.

Now, to create my scene, I first die cut the background panel out of

white cardstock and a layering panel in yellow.

The Sunburst Stencil is great to use for an outdoor scene, so

I stenciled the upper right corner with yellow and blue.

The rest of the sky was filled in with blue as well.

I added green inking to the bottom.

 Awesome Sauce was used to help with smooth blending.

I had a left over piece of patterned paper from the

Spring Plaids Paper Pad that I used as a mat for my die cut background.

And, I thought it would make a great table cloth for my table.

That piece was cut with an oval die on the lower edge and 

all I had to do was add some card stock strips for legs.

I also had a piece of left over patterned paper from 

Savanna Neutrals Paper Pad and decided to dress the bears in outfits with it.

I put my little table scene together beneath the sun and added bees and flowers.

For the easel card stopper, I stamped the "Happy Anniverary" sentiment from

Mix & Match Celebration Sentiments and die cut with Banner Die Set.

The banner was layered with a solid strip of card stock and a patterned paper strip.

Dimension was achieved with foam tape.

I also added a decorative element cut with the Scalloped Circle Die.

So, I used stamping, coloring, die cutting, stenciling, inking and paper piecing

all together with the Craft Roulette parameters for this one of a kind card!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

I hope I've provided a little bit of inspiration for you.

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A Cut Above - ATG w/ a die cut

Make My Monday Challenge - Use a Stencil

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Ally's Angels - ATG

Classic Design Challenge - ATG w/Summer Fun Twist

Crafts Galore Encore - ATG

Crafty Animals - ATG w/animals

Critter Crazy Challenges - ATG w/featured animal

Die Cut Divas - ATG w/a die cut

Hearts Quest Celebrations of Love - BEWAS

The Creative Crafters - ATG

613 Avenue Create - ATG w/Craft or Hobby Twist

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG

Patriotic Canvas Project

 Looking for a fun and creative way to add some red, white, and blue décor to your home this summer? Today I’m sharing a patriotic canvas created with several fabulous products from Clear Scraps!

This festive project combines shaker elements, stenciling, and die cuts to create a home décor piece perfect for Memorial Day, Independence Day, or any patriotic celebration.

The stars of this project are the Mini Shaker Flag, Mini Shaker Top Hat, and the   6″ Fireworks Splash Stencil from Clear Scraps. Together they create a vibrant design full of texture, sparkle, and patriotic charm.

Supplies Used

• Clear Scraps Mini Shaker Flag
• Clear Scraps Mini Shaker Top Hat
• Clear Scraps 6″ Fireworks Splash Stencil

• 9 x 12 inch Canvas 
• Dark blue sparkle pen
• Glitter gel pens
• Shaker sequins 
• Red, white & blue card stock
• Adhesive

Creating the Background

I began by covering the canvas with layers of red and blue card stock.

A piece of white card stock is cut as the top layer which is decorated with the Fireworks Splash Stencil. Glitter gel pens are used to trace the open areas of the stencil.

Stars punched with red glitter card stock are applied to the firework centers.

Building the Shaker Elements 

Next, I assembled the Mini Shaker Flag and Mini Shaker Top Hat following the standard Clear Scraps shaker construction process.

For both shakers, I added red and white card stock and filled the shaker compartment with blue star sequins. The clear shaker window allows the sparkling contents to move freely, creating lots of interactive fun.

Adding the Finishing Touches

Once the shaker pieces were complete, I adhered them to the canvas using strong adhesive.

The fireworks background provides the perfect backdrop for the shaker elements while reinforcing the patriotic theme.

To complete I cut letters for USA and Numbers for 1776 out of red glitter card stock and adhered to the canvas.

Project Inspiration

This patriotic canvas is a wonderful decoration for:

• Fourth of July celebrations
• Memorial Day gatherings
• Summer BBQs
• Entryway décor
• Mantel displays
• Holiday gifts
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Thank you for stopping by today! I hope this patriotic canvas inspires you to create your own red, white, and blue home décor using the Mini Shaker Flag, Mini Shaker Top Hat, and Fireworks Splash Stencil from Clear Scraps.

Happy crafting!