Falled Themed Mixed Media Tags

 Fall is the perfect season for creating richly layered mixed media projects, and these tags are filled with warm autumn colors, beautiful textures, and plenty of dimension.

By combining Clear Scraps Chipboard Angle Tags, Vintage Frames Chipboard Embellishments, and the 6″ Swirl Stencil with printed clip art, it’s easy to create one-of-a-kind tags that are perfect for gift packaging, junk journals, seasonal décor, or even framed as miniature works of art.

Begin by covering each Chipboard Angle Tag with solid color cardstock.

Apply acrylic paint randomly to the cardstock for some texture.

Place the 6″ Swirl Stencil over portions of each tag and apply texture paste using a palette knife. Allow the texture to dry completely.

Apply gilding wax to the edges of the tags for a distressed, vintage appearance.

Add gilding wax to the Vintage Frames Chipboard Embellishments.

Print and cut out fall themed clip art.

Complete the tags by adhering the clip art, adding the Vintage frames and ribbons.

These tags are a wonderful reminder that mixed media doesn’t have to be complicated to be beautiful. A few layers of texture, warm autumn colors, vintage imagery, and dimensional chipboard pieces come together to create projects full of seasonal charm. Whether you’re adding them to gifts, displaying them in your home, or tucking them into a journal, these fall-inspired tags are sure to bring a cozy touch to your autumn crafting.

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my Fall Themed Mixed Media Tags!
Judy

Glamorous Birthday Wishes: A Pink & Gold Fashionista Handmade Card

It's time for this month's challenge at Crafty Gals Corner!

The theme for this challenge is: 

~ Anything Goes w/optional twist "Summer Vibes" ~

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There’s something extra special about creating a card that 

feels as glamorous as the person receiving it! 

This pink and gold birthday card combines elegant textures, sparkle, and a beautifully colored fashionista image to create a show-stopping handmade birthday greeting.

The focal point of this card is the Julie Nutting Doll Lorena, in her fabulous pink gown.  

Her dress is colored in vibrant shades of pink using the pointillism technique, 

giving the gown the look of a glamorous sequined evening dress. 

A coordinating “Happy Birthday” sentiment adds the perfect finishing touch.

Creating the Card

I started with a rich pink A9 card base, which provides the perfect backdrop for 

all the sparkle and glamour. A layer of gold glitter cardstock was added next, 

creating a luxurious border around the white focal panel.

For the center panel, I used white cardstock and added an elegant floral/scroll embossed texture. Keeping the background primarily white allows the colorful image and 

sentiment to really stand out while the subtle embossing adds beautiful dimension.

The Fashionista Focal Point

The fashionista image was stamped and colored with markers using 

a combination of soft skin tones, golden blond hair, and several shades of pink.

Her dress is the star of the show! 

The contrast between the lighter pink bodice and the deep, 

vibrant pink skirt helps emphasize the flowing folds of the gown.

Adding the Sentiment

The “Happy Birthday” sentiment was die cut from coordinating pink cardstock and positioned to the right of the fashionista. The script-style lettering complements the elegant theme of the card while the darker pink provides enough contrast against the white background to make the greeting easy to read.

To finish the design, I scattered a few pink sequins/confetti pieces across the embossed background. 

These little touches of sparkle tie the entire card together without overwhelming the focal image.

A Little More Sparkle!

The combination of hot pink, soft pink, white, and gold gives this card a glamorous yet feminine feel. 

The glitter cardstock, sparkling dress, embossed background, and scattered embellishments all 

work together to create lots of texture and visual interest.

This design would be perfect for celebrating a milestone birthday, a fashion-loving friend, 

or anyone who deserves a little extra glamour on their special day!

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Won't you join in this month's challenge? 

We'd love to see wehat you create!

Craft Roulette Inspired Card | Pajama Crafter Stamps Date Night

Happy Monday!

Sharing my latest creation today, once again, inspired by Craft Roulette.

I think I've become obsessed with making cards each week with

inspiration from the parameters chosen by the spin of a wheel!

They are often items I would never have thought of putting together and

I love it because it really makes me think outside the box.

Something that I think all of us as crafters need, at least every once in a while.

Here's my project created with products from

Pajama Crafter Stamps.

The parameters for Episode #331

My project is a 4 x 8 inch side folding card.

The colors I used are exciting, in my mind as they come from

the stripes on the patterned paper I used from

Birthday Bash 6 x 6 Paper Pack.

Element cold or chilly is fulfilled by the cold drink which is

part of my focal image from Date Night Stamps.

Random parameter, stitches, is found in my white stitched circle die cut.

All parameters met! Mission accomplished!

The other items on my card, the 2 sentiments, film and ticket images

are also from the Date Night Stamps.

I also used 2 dies  from Pajama Crafter Stamps,

Circle Peek A Boo Die & Banner Die Set.

All the stamped images were colored with Ohuhu markers and fussy cut.

Thanks for stopping by and taking a look at todays project and

have a great week ahead!

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Linking up to:

A Place to Start - playing ATG

Neglected Stuff Challenge - ATG (Date Night Stamp Set - neglected item used)

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Classic Design Challenge - ATG option

Crafts Galore Encore - ATG

First Cup Challenges - ATG w/hot or cold drink

Sweet Stampin' - Stripes or Chevrons

613 Avenue Create - ATG / Play Time Twist

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG

Creative Fingers Challenge - ATG

Elegant Wedding Card with Stamping, Embossing & Die Cutting

 Handmade wedding cards are always a treasured keepsake, and combining elegant techniques like stamping, heat embossing, dry embossing, and dimensional die cutting creates a design that’s both timeless and sophisticated. 

For today’s CutCardStock project, I paired shimmering cardstock with layered florals, gold accents, and a beautifully embossed bridal image to create a romantic card perfect for celebrating a special couple.

The soft blush palette, pearl embellishments, and quilted embossed background give this card an elegant, luxurious feel while highlighting the beauty of premium cardstock.

Supplies

CutCardStock

• Cougar White 12 x 12 Cardstock
• Stardream Metallic Coral Cardstock
• Stardream Metallic Crystal Cardstock
• Bright Foil Gold Cardstock
• Lessebo Blossom Pink Cardstock
• DCS Canvas Textured Flamingo Cardstock
• DCS Canvas Textured Galax Olive Green Cardstock
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Other Supplies

• Wedding couple stamp
• Gold embossing powder
• Embossing ink
• Heat tool
• Quilted embossing folder
• Heart scalloped dies
• Layered flower dies or flower punches
• Leaf die & berry sprig die
• “Forever” sentiment die
• Die cutting machine
• Pearls
• Foam adhesive
• Liquid glue

Instructions

Step 1

Create a 6″ x 6″ card base from Cougar White 12 x 12 Cardstock. Cut a mat from Bright Foil Gold Cardstock to 6″ x 6″. Also cut a mat from Stardream Metallic Coral Cardstock to 5 3/4″ x 5 3/4″.

Adhere both mats to the card base.

Step 2

Die cut a large scalloped heart from Bright Foil Gold Cardstock and another slightly smaller heart from Stardream Metallic Crystal Cardstock.

Emboss the crystal heart with a quilted embossing folder.

Layer them together and adhere them to the card front.

Step 3

Stamp the wedding couple image onto Cougar White Cardstock using embossing ink. Cover with gold embossing powder, tap away the excess, and heat emboss until smooth and shiny. Die cut or fussy cut the image.

Step 5

Die cut layered flowers using Lessebo Blossom Pink Cardstock and DCS Canvas Textured Flamingo Cardstock. Shape the petals with a shaping tool or your fingers for added dimension.

Step 6

Die cut several leaf sprigs from DCS Canvas Textured Galax Olive Green Cardstock. Cut berry sprigs from DCS Canvas Textured Flamingo Cardstock.

Step 7

Adhere the embossed wedding couple image on the right side of the heart with foam adhesive.

Step 8

Arrange the flowers and leaves in the lower left portion of the heart, building layers with foam adhesive to create depth. Add pearl embellishments to the flower centers.

Step 9

Die cut the “Forever” sentiment from Gold Foil Cardstock and adhere it near the top of the oval.

Step 10

Finish the design by adding pearl embellishments across the quilted background for a soft, elegant sparkle.

Finishing Touches

This card showcases how combining several papercrafting techniques can create a beautifully layered design. The shine of the Bright Foil Gold Cardstock contrasts perfectly with the soft pastel florals, while the embossed bridal image and quilted background add rich texture without overwhelming the focal point. Premium cardstock from CutCardStock makes each layer crisp, clean and professional, helping every detail stand out.

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I hope this project inspires you to combine stamping, embossing, and die cutting to create elegant handmade wedding cards for the special celebrations in your life. Until next time!

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Linking up to:

Just Us Girls Challenge - Die Week

Creative Inspiration Challenges - ATG

Ellibelle's Garden Party - ATG from or in garden

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - Monochrome

Unicorn Challenge - Layer it Up

A Place to Start - ATG / no rectangles twist

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Hearts Quest Celebration of Love Challenges - wedding

613 Avenue Create - playing ATG

Cut it Up - Add a Sentiment

Elegant Just for You Card

Today I'm sharing my latest inspiration card for

Conie Fong Art & Design.

Using Emma Rose

This card came together pretty quickly.

I colored the image with Ohuhu markers and fussy cut.

The plain white cardstock background is double matted.

A gold foil floral die cut is adhered on top of the background.

I popped the image with foam tape and die cut the sentiment, 

which is also adhered with foam tape.

Thanks so much for stopping by and

have a great weekend!

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Linking up to:

Unicorn Challenge - Layer it Up

A Place to Start - playing ATG

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Classic Design Challenge - ATG option

613 Avenue Create - playing ATG

Lil Patch of Crafty Friends - ATG

Cut it Up - Add a Sentiment

Creative Fingers - ATG

 

Think Outside the Die

Who says die cuts have to be used the way they were intended?

For this card project, I'm giving die cuts a creative twist and using them in a completely non-traditional way to add a unique design element to my card. The overall design is inspired by Craft Roulette Episode #330 and

uses products from Pajama Crafter Stamps.

Products from Pajama Crafter Stamps - https://pajamacrafterstamps.com/JUDYV Pennant Dies - https://collabs.shop/pmdgvp Baked with Love Die Set - https://collabs.shop/q63zzh Dang, Whoa Yikes! Word and Shadow Dies - https://collabs.shop/qvtuiv Saving Lives One At A Time Stamps - https://collabs.shop/exth7m Mix & Match Celebration Sentients - https://collabs.shop/8ah9kn Hats Off Stamps - https://collabs.shop/rh1do3 Spooky Sorbet Halloween Paper Pack - https://collabs.shop/xaa7wu Disco Tech Cardstock - https://collabs.shop/f9ivqo Nearly Art Glue - https://collabs.shop/tdeen1

The parameters used are:

Project:  I created a card in the shape of a tag.  

The pocket is on the center of the card and

is a great place to add a gift card or note.

Colors:  orange, black, pink and a little green

Element:  I made my robot with 2 die sets that are really used in a cteative way

Random:  I added 3 strips of paper to the pocket.

Please watch my tutorial on my YouTube channel for all the details!

If you love stretching your supplies, finding new ways to use your dies, and getting more from your crafting stash, this project is packed with inspiration!

✨ Creative die-cut techniques ✨ Handmade card inspiration ✨ Easy way to get more from your supplies ✨ Perfect for cardmakers of all skill levels

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Linking up to:

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Classic Design Challenge - ATG option

613 Avenue Create - ATG / Twist Play Time

Unicorn Challenge - Layer It Up

A Place to Start - ATG /Twist No Rectangles

Vintage Glam Home Decor

 Step back in time and add a touch of vintage elegance to your home with this décor piece featuring the Clear Scraps Medium Heart Pallet Shape. By combining patterned paper, acrylic paint, dimensional embellishments and a glamorous Roaring ’20s focal image, this project transforms a simple wood surface into a beautiful display piece that’s perfect for year-round decorating or gifting.

The Medium Heart Pallet Shape from Clear Scraps provides the perfect foundation for creating customized home décor.

I wanted this project to have a vintage, Art Deco-inspired feel, so I chose patterned papers that included a beautiful Roaring ’20s style image. 

The image was fussy cut as my focal point and built the design around it with elegant embellishments.

To begin, I painted the center section of the pallet with acrylic paint to create a clean backdrop that would keep the focal image front and center.

Then I covered the top and bottom pallet sections with patterned cardstock, allowing the vintage-inspired prints to frame the design while adding visual interest.

Before adhering the Roaring ’20s image to the center panel, I added dimensional details to enhance the overall design. Soft paper flowers create texture and a romantic feel. Delicate feathers perfectly capture the glamorous fashion of the era. A pearl brad was added. I added pearls and ages to the jewelry on the image. ribbon finished off the floral bouquet.

To finish the piece, the focal image is adhered with foam tape. I added the word “Mademoiselle” and incorporated a pearl flourish which ties everything together with a touch of sophistication and sparkle.

Projects like this are a wonderful reminder of how easy it is to personalize unfinished wood surfaces with cardstock and layered embellishments. The combination of paper crafting techniques and home décor creates a unique keepsake that’s perfect for displaying on a shelf, mantel, gallery wall, or craft room.

Clear Scraps Supplies:

• Medium Heart Pallet Shape

Additional Supplies:

• Patterned cardstock
• Acrylic paint
• Decoupage medium
• Roaring ’20s style image
• Paper flowers
• Feathers
• Pearl flourish
• Adhesive
• Foam adhesive (optional for added dimension)
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Whether you love vintage décor or simply enjoy creating one-of-a-kind home accents, the Clear Scraps Medium Heart Pallet Shape offers endless possibilities for bringing your creative vision to life. Mix papers, textures, and embellishments to create a piece that reflects your own personal style.

Until next time…
Judy V