# Card n Mum

> Paper Crafting Happiness by Jen Morgano


## Posts

- [November 2025 Paper Pumpkin Alternative Gift Card Holder](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/28/november-2025-paper-pumpkin-alternative-gift-card-holder/): I hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful and you got to spend it together with those you love! I’m finishing out the week with my Paper Pumpkin alternatives with a fun little gift card. I haven’t made this type of gift card in a while – I first saw it made by Dawn Griffith. It’s a great way to use your DSP. This card base starts off with a 5 1/2″ x 12″ piece of DSP. I used the North Pole Delivery Designer Series Paper. Score that paper at 4″ and 8″. Fold the right corner down to just inside the […]
- [November 2025 Paper Pumpkin Alternative Tag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/26/november-2025-paper-pumpkin-alternative-tag/): I could not pass up making a gift tag with the stamp set from the November Paper Pumpkin kit. This time, I paired up the stamp set with the dies from the Creative Haven bundle. I went with some bold traditional Christmas colors – Cherry Cobbler, Garden Green, and Crushed Curry. I cut two tags using the Creative Haven dies: I cut an oval out with the die and heat-embossed ‘Merry Christmas’ with gold powder. Some green sprigs finished the tag off. Quick and easy – haha. Here are the products that I used: Product List Creative Haven Dies [167208] […]
- [November 2025 Paper Pumpkin Alternative](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/25/november-2025-paper-pumpkin-alternative/): The stamp sets from Paper Pumpkins are truly a gift that keeps on giving. I’ve been subscribed to Paper Pumpkin for about 10 years and I have saved all the stamp sets from those kits. They are really useful – you’ll never run out of holiday, thank you, or birthday stamps – that’s for sure. I paired this month’s stamp set with some of that beautiful Traditions of Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper. I added some ink and I had a quick but pretty card made in a flash. I started with a card base of Thick Basic White that […]
- [November Paper Pumpkin - Wrapped in Cheer](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/24/november-paper-pumpkin-wrapped-in-cheer/): I think I say it every year but I’ll say it again – October and November Paper Pumpkin kits are pretty much my favorites every year. It’s because they are usually Christmas-themed and one of them is usually great for gift-giving. This year’s November kit is call Wrapped in Cheer and the treat boxes they made were so pretty. Take a look: They are big enough to hold a gift card or few cookies (they’re lined so they are food safe). I think I’d use these for gift cards. How about you? I hope I’ve sparked your interest in Paper […]
- [Cute Winter Hat Tag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/21/cute-winter-hat-tag/): Here is a tag that was probably the easiest to make during my Tag-a-palooza class. It uses the Everyday Arches dies, a corner rounder, and a ‘splat’ from the new Cake Day dies. I used the Bright Collection as my color palette and we made 5 different colored tags (Coastal Cabana, Poppy Parade, Granny Apple Green, Melon Mambo, and Flirty Flamingo). Here are the measurements for the tag: After scoring the cardstock at 3″ and burnishing the score line, cut the tag using the appropriate-sized arch die. In order to make it a tag, keep the die just over the […]
- [Christmas Words Collage Tag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/20/christmas-words-collage-tag/): Here is a third tag we made at my tag class this past weekend. This one used the Patterned Tags Dies and the Christmas Words Hybrid Embossing Folder. I used Very Vanilla and Misty Moonlight for my colors: The Christmas Words Collage Hybrid Embossing Folder will give you so many sentiment cutouts that you’ll be crafting for a while: Here are the products that I used to make this quick tag: Product List Christmas Words Collage Hybrid Embossing Folder (English) [165912] Traditional Labels Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [165854] Patterned Tags Dies [165910] Very Vanilla 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166784] […]
- [Traditional Wreath Gift Tag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/19/traditional-wreath-gift-tag/): Here is another tag made at my Tag-a-palooza get together this past weekend. We made it using the Traditional Wreath 3D Embossing Folder, the Jolly Delivery Photopolymer Stamp Set, and some of those cute Delightful Decorative Dots! The 3D Embossing folder made blending some color on the tag so easy! And the look is awesome (in my opinion). After laying down some color on the ‘wreath’, I stamped and fussy cut the sentiment. The words went onto the tag using Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals. Dots and Real Red ribbon finished it off. Here are the products that we used to make […]
- [Festive Friends Snowman Tag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/18/festive-friends-snowman-tag/): Do you use tags for your holiday gift-giving? Or do you test your mental strength by trying to remember which bow you put on who’s gift? I held my Tag-a-palooza event this past weekend and my attendees left with 25 handmade tags. The best part – we had a lot of fun! Here is the tag we made using the Festive Friends bundle: I gave my attendees the choice of Santa, the elf, or the snowman for their tags (or a mix of all). The winner was the snowman for sure – he’s pretty cute, isn’t he? Here are the […]
- [CardNMum's 12 Tutorials for the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/15/cardnmums-12-tutorials-for-the-12-days-of-crafting-advent-calendar/): Have you purchased the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar from Stampin’ Up!? If you have, have you opened it yet? (I did – I just couldn’t wait until December!!) It’s full of great Stampin’ Up! products to craft into the new year. And it’s an all-occasion type of bundle – it’s perfect for so many different crafting needs. I’d love to help get you started crafting so I’ve created a 12-tutorial PDF to help you get started: This downloadable-PDF includes a complete supply list needed for all of the projects and detailed instructions. The cost of the tutorial is […]
- [Pop-Up Petals ... Pop-Up Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/14/pop-up-petals-pop-up-card/): One more card for the week using the Pop-Up Petals Bundle from Stampin’ Up! And this time, I used the dies that help make cards even more fun by creating a pop-up mechanism. If you take a look at the picture of the bundle above, note the two dies on the lower left that are shaped like rectangles. Those dies help make a pop-up mechanism in the center fold of your card. Take a look: Here are the measurements for the paper that you’ll need: I used a Basic Beige insert to help with the pop-up action. I used the […]
- [Pop-Up Petals InColor Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/12/pop-up-petals-incolor-card/): Today, I’d like to share a fun card made with the Pop-Up Petals Bundle from Stampin’ Up! This card is a little more work than the previous one I shared – but I absolutely love all of the colors and how they work together. I used the 2024-2026 InColors – and aren’t they fun! I started with a Peach Pie card base (4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″). I stamped the butterfly image from the stamp set randomly on the card front using matching ink. I stamped my sentiment and tiny flower image on a piece of Basic […]
- [Pop-Up Petals Simple Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/11/pop-up-petals-simple-card/): One of the new Online Exclusives that became available in November is the Pop-Up Petals Bundle. Take a look: The stamp set has some great floral images and provides the option of stamping to color in those images. The dies coordinate with the images and also help you create fun interactive cards. I’ll get to one of those later in the week. Today, I wanted to with simple. Sometimes when I make a card, I want to use all the stamps, dies, and products I can get my hands on. But there is truly something satisfying about a simple stamped […]
- [Creatively Connected with CardNMum - November 2025](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/10/create-with-cardnmum-november-2025/): Hello and happy Monday! Last Monday, I gave you some measurements for paper cuts to be used for creating a card during this month’s Create with CardNMum. It was originally scheduled for Friday night but life, well – ‘lifed’, and I had to reschedule to Saturday. I’ll post the replay below. Here were the measurements: Watch how I put everything together: Here are the samples I made using the fun-fold: This one I made during the live and it uses products from the Brushed with Beauty Suite Collection: Here it is open: Here is a sample I made using products […]
- [Holiday Round Up! Tag Edition](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/06/holiday-round-up-tag-edition/): Today, I’m bringing you some tag designs. Gift tags, wine tags – all the tags! I hope you can use them! The basic wine tag A nice simple gift tag This tag made by cutting one layer in half This double label tag I hope these inspire you!
- [Holiday Round Up! Treat Holder Edition](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/05/holiday-round-up-treat-holder-edition/): Today’s post brings you some of my favorite treat holders. I love paper – and I love chocolate – so combining them is pretty much the best thing ever! Here we go! The Santa in the Chimney Hershey Bar Holder The ever-popular Hershey Nugget Holder – (I will always make these!!!) The elaborate Hershey Nugget Holder Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Holder The Kit Kat Holder – I think I’ve covered most of the Hershey spectrum with these – haha! I hope that you find this post a great way to get crafting –
- [Holiday Round Up! Gift Card Edition](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/04/holiday-round-up-gift-card-edition/): I am busy this week – you know the drill. Family, work, family, work – haha! I thought I’d share some of my favorite types of holiday projects with you this week. I’ve gone through my projects and have gathered up a bunch of them. Today, I give you some of my favorite gift card holders. The Pop-Up Bag Gift Card Holder The Pop-Up Gift Box Gift Card Holder This simple Pop-Up Gift Card Holder This stand up gift card holder The first-ever gift card holder I even made – and keep coming back to!! I know I’ll be using […]
- [Create with CardNMum - Mystery Stamping](https://cardnmum.com/2025/11/03/create-with-cardnmum-mystery-stamping/): A big thank you to those of you who hung in there with me during my first-ever ‘mystery stamping’ – I thought the card was nice, but the technical difficulties were a bit much – haha! Well – you can’t be perfect all the time – lol! I’m going to give it another try – and instead of giving you clues, it’ll be more of a craft-together event. Here are the measurements of paper and basic supplies you will need: I will go live this Friday, November 7th, to make a card along with you – here is the event […]
- [CardNMum Sketch Challenge #33](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/30/cardnmum-sketch-challenge-33/): Here’s CardNMum Sketch Challenge #33 – I hope it gets you into your craft area and creating! Here are some measurements to help you get started – but remember, a sketch is a jumping off point, so feel free to make this your own! Here is the Halloween card I made with this the sketch: I extended the black label behind the sentiment by cutting it in half and gluing it to the back of the white sentiment. That’s one of my favorite techniques. Here are the products that I used to make this quick card: Product List Spooky Halloween […]
- [Spooky Sweet Kit Kat Treat](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/29/spooky-sweet-kit-kat-treat/): It’s almost Halloween – yay! We always have fun around here with Halloween. Are you dressing up? What are you going to be? Let’s celebrate the holiday with a quick treat holder: This treat holder is super easy and combines products from the Spooky Sweet Suite Collection and the Fright Night Bundle. Those iridescent bags make anything look great and the punch-out images from the Designer Series Paper pack make quick work of decoration. I hope you like it – and I hope you have a spooky sweet Halloween!
- [Traditions of Christmas Craft Class](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/27/traditions-of-christmas-craft-class/): In case you missed the news (and shame on me if so), a new offering from Stampin’ Up! is a virtual Craft Class. This class consists of downloadable instructions, access to a private Facebook group where a live stream class will take place, and so many tips for paper-crafting that you are going to need a notebook to write them all down!! Now, as you see, the live class already happened. But don’t worry!!! You can still purchase the class and watch the video on demand. I watched the video just this past weekend because my pesky job got in […]
- [Sweet Jar Birthday Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/24/sweet-jar-birthday-card/): Who needs a birthday card? Here’s a cute one to make using Last Chance products from the On the Go Suite Collection: The measurements for the paper are: Adhere two strips of cardstock (colors are your choice) diagonally on the front of the DSP panel – they can butt up against each other but should not go all the way to the end. This will allow a space to adhere other strips at a right angle. Use glue so you have some wiggle room. Trim the parts of the cardstock that extend past the edges of the DSP and adhere […]
- [Brushed Beauty Birthday Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/23/brushed-beauty-birthday-card/): As a Stampin’ Up! Independent Demonstrator, I was able to get my hands on a new November Online Exclusive Suite Collection early (just one of the many perks). It’s called the Brushed Beauty Suite Collectino and it sure is a beauty – take a look: Here is the birthday card we made: I love all of the colors in the suite and the combination of stamps and intricate dies – they are lovely. This suite is available starting in November, but if you join my team as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator you can get it early. And if you join […]
- [Gathering Moments Thank You Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/22/gathering-moments-thank-you-card/): Today, let’s look at the thank you card we made at my Stamp-A-Stack class. It uses products from the Gathering Moments Suite Collection. Here is the card – The measurements for the paper needed are: I made a video to show some of the cool techniques we used to make this card – take a look: Have you tried sanding Stampin’ Up!’s Two-Tone paper yet? You should give it a try – it’s super fun and the results are always interesting! Here are the products that I used to make this card: Product List Gathering Together Suite Collection (English) [165987] […]
- [Right Words Sympathy Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/20/right-words-sympathy-card/): This past weekend, I held my Stamp-A-Stack class at my home. We had quite the fun time (if you’re local, you should check it out!) My Stamp-A-Stack class includes 10 cards, 2 each of 5 designs. This particular one was a multi-occasion class. We made sympathy, birthday, holiday, and thank you cards. Here’s the sympathy card we made. This card has a base of Thick Basic White (8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). The layers of card stock on the front are as follows: We embossed the Basic White Panel using the Joined Together 3D Embossing Folder […]
- [Festive Friends Elf Tag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/17/festive-friends-elf-tag/): Here is a cute little tag that I made using the Festive Friends bundle. I paired it up with the second largest rectangle from the Nested Essentials Dies and I absolutely love it! I stamped the snowy background using the Falling Snow background stamp – that stamp is going to get its use for sure: Here are all of the products that I used to make this adorable tag: Product List Festive Friends Bundle (English) [166039] Falling Snow Cling Stamp Set [164312] Nested Essentials Dies [161597] Garden Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102584] Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102482] […]
- [Festive Friends Santa Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/15/festive-friends-santa-card/): Here is another card made with the Festive Friends bundle. This was features the Santa image standing atop some drifts of snow. I love those abstract trees that the dies cut. I created the snow banks by tearing strips of White Willow and then layering them on top of one another. I snuck one of the Shaded Spruce trees behind one of the layers to give it a bit more depth. I blended the sky a little bit with Balmy Blue and Night of Navy to give that a little more interest- to break away from the flat sort of […]
- [Festive Friends Christmas Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/13/festive-friends-christmas-card/): This week, I am going to be showing you projects I made using the adorable Festive Friends bundle. This one is pretty simple: a Thick Basic White cardstock base with a Poppy Parade and Basic White panel on top of that. I blended some Balmy Blue ink on the Basic White panel and then adhered the adorable snowman image on top of the blue patch. Simple and clean but I love it! Do you? Here are the products that I used to make this card: Product List Festive Friends Bundle (English) [166039] Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock […]
- [CardNMum Sketch Challenge #32](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/09/cardnmum-sketch-challenge-32/): Here’s Sketch Challenge #32 – not to hard but definitely not simple! Here is the sample I made with this sketch: The measurements are: These are the measurements that I used but they are general measurements – you can take these and run with it! And I’d love to see what you make, so please, send them to me at jen@cardnmum.com. Thanks for looking and I hope you get to do something crafty today!
- [Traditions of Christmas Card #2](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/08/traditions-of-christmas-card-2/): Here is another card I made using products from the Traditions of Christmas Suite Collection. I used the Traditional Wreath 3D Embossing Folder on a piece of Basic White that I shaded using a technique involving Stampin’ Blends, my glass mat, and some alcohol! Here are the measurements for the paper: After I blended my background on the Basic White panel, I embossed it with the Traditional Wreath 3D Embossing folder and adhered it to my Mossy Meadow panel. That piece then went onto my card base. (I added some Cherry Cobbler ink mixed with Wink of Stella to some […]
- [Traditions of Christmas Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/07/traditions-of-christmas-card/): This week I am using products from the Traditions of Christmas Suite Collection: This card is a pretty simple one – I’ll give you the measurements for the paper needed: I stamped some images from the Christmas Greenery set in Cherry Cobbler ink on the card front (to make is less boring). I adhered the DSP to the foil piece with liquid glue and then popped it up on the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I stamped my sentiment (from the Traditional Labels bundle) in Mossy Meadow and cut it out with a coordinating label die. Easy but very pretty. […]
- [Mystery Stamping](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/06/mystery-stamping/): Hello all! I wanted to start something new this week that I have seen a bunch of other demonstrators doing – Mystery Stamping! Have you heard of that before? The idea is that I will give you a list of measurements and score lines needed for some card stock and Designer Series Paper. You’ll prepare that and then join me live on Friday night on my Facebook page, CardNMum by Jen Morgano. Once I go live on Facebook, I’ll give some steps to follow to help create your card. At the end, I’ll reveal my card and you can add […]
- [Bauble Blooms Ornament](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/03/bauble-blooms-ornament/): Here is a fun project for a Friday – and to make it even better – it’s super simple!!! Cut 6 ornaments out of Designer Series Paper using the large ornament die from the Bauble Blooms bundle. Cut 6 gold ornament toppers using the larger topper die from the set. Affix those toppers to the ornaments using glue. Carefully score those six ornaments in half and burnish. Glue them together. Before you glue the last one, make sure to put a piece of twine or ribbon in the middle so that you can hang it. Easy, right? Head over to […]
- [Bauble Blooms 'Fun' Christmas Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/02/bauble-blooms-fun-christmas-card/): Here is another card made using the Bauble Blooms bundle from Stampin’ Up! This is a less traditional Christmas card. It has some fun using a lot of InColors from this and last year. My card base is Thick Basic White cut at 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″ on the long side. The next panel is Pretty in Pink and measures 3 5/8″ x 5 5/8″. The next layer is a Peach Pie panel and measures 3 1/2″ x 5 1/2″. I stamped my images using Timid Tiger (stamped off once) and Pretty in Pink (full […]
- [October 2025 CardNMum to Go](https://cardnmum.com/2025/10/01/october-2025-cardnmum-to-go/): This month’s class will feature products from the North Pole Delivery Suite Collection. Have you seen it? It’s featured on pages 28 through 31 in the September to January Mini Catalog. This class is a virtual class and you can work on it at your own pace. Each option I offer will include a links to both a step-by-step downloadable PDF tutorial and my YouTube video for each project. If you are local, we can arrange a Porch Pickup. If not, I offer shipping for a $10 fee Option 1 (Jen, I have everything I need!) – $15.00 Links to […]
- [Bauble Blooms Christmas Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/29/bauble-blooms-christmas-card/): This week I’m using the Bauble Blooms bundle to throw a little festive fun your way! It’s a cute little bundle from the new mini catalog – take a look: You can go in a lot of different directions with this little set – today I went simple and traditional Christmas. I started with a card base of Thick Basic White (4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″ on the long side). My second panel is a Poppy Parade piece cut at 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″. On top of that is a Basic White panel cut at 4″ […]
- [Gingerbread Man Fun Fold](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/26/gingerbread-man-fun-fold/): Let’s wrap up our Gingerbread Man Bundle week with a quick fun fold! I’ve done this one before and it’s super easy. Start with a card base that is 4 1/4″x 11″ and score at 5 1/2″ on the long side. Insert the card base into your trimming tool with the 4 1/4″ side at the top. Move the edge over to 1″ and cut down to 5 1/2″ (the score line you made). Flip the card horizontally (4 1/4″ side is still at the top) and repeat this cut on the other side. Fold your two 1″ pieces down […]
- [Gingerbread Man Oh Snap Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/25/gingerbread-man-oh-snap-card/): Uh oh! Gingie had an accident – poor guy! Here are the measurements for the card: I stamped my gingerbread cookie outline in Versamark on the Pecan Pie panel and covered in white embossing powder. I heat set it with my Heat Tool and then fussy cut the image out. I used the zig-zag die from the bundle to cut poor Gingie’s leg. I layered the Pecan Pie DSP onto the Early Espresso panel and adhered that to the card front. I placed my cookie pieces on the card front where I wanted them so that I could stamp a […]
- [Gingerbread Man Banner](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/24/gingerbread-man-banner/): Growing up, I remember making banners and decorations for my classrooms during the holiday season. Who else remembers cutting snowflake designs our of white paper and making crepe paper rings? That is what sort of inspired me to make this fun banner out of gingerbread cookies: I chose the Brights color collection for this project and I think it looks snazzy. (If I’m going back to my elementary school days, I might as well use the same slang – haha) I cut 3 sets of gingerbread cookies out of Crumb Cake cardstock using the dies from the set. I cut […]
- [Gingerbread Man Tag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/22/gingerbread-man-tag/): Have you checked out the Gingerbread Man Bundle from Stampin’ Up! yet? It has a lot of elements to help you with your holiday crafting – take a look at the set: So many ideas popped into my head when I opened this set up – and I’ll be sharing them with you all week. First up, a quick tag that is perfect for attaching to those homemade goodies some of you might give as gifts. (I’d probably use this as a regular gift tag without the inside sentiment – as some of you know, I cannot bake to save […]
- [Branching Out Holiday Lantern](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/17/branching-out-holiday-lantern/): The first project I wanted to make, surprisingly, when I got my new Branching Out Bundle was a ….lantern. I thought the dies in the set would make a great ‘window’ for a lantern. Check out the bundle: The dies are awesome!! I saw StampinWithAmore make a similar lantern but I needed to make mine larger so I came up with some different measurements. Here they are: You’ll burnish these score lines well. As far as the directions, I don’t often like to just say “watch my video” but …. watch my video. It’s a lot and I think visuals […]
- [Traditions of Christmas Fun Fold](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/15/traditions-of-christmas-fun-fold/): This past weekend, I had the great opportunity to attend a retreat led by fellow demonstrator, Michelle Halleen. It’s always the best time and she makes sure our creative cups are overflowing by the time the end of the day rolls around. I participated in a swap with the other attendees – take a look at what I got: So much talent – and so inspiring. I am definitely going to try a few of those layouts! I made my swap fun fold which I modified from a card I saw by Sam Calcott (Mixed Up Craft). Her card was […]
- [Sketch Challenge #31 with CardNMum](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/11/sketch-challenge-31-with-cardnmum/): It’s been a bit since I published a sketch challenge. That whole end-of-summer/back-to-school crazy period took over our lives over here – haha! So here is edition #31 – it’s a great way to use up scraps you have laying around – you have those, right? Here is the card I made from this sketch: How cool is that? I can’t wait to make more (stay tuned for my Christmas version next week). Here are the products that I used to make this card: Product List Beautiful Gallery Suite Collection (English) [165217] Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780] […]
- [One Layer Spotlight Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/10/one-layer-spotlight-card/): This card is inspired by the below card that I made for my swap group: This technique is called a one-layer spotlight. To get this effect, a shape has to be cut out of a piece of paper (I used copy paper) and placed over your main image. You use blending tools to lay down some ink in the open space. I think it’s very pretty and simple! Here are the measurements: Here are the products that I used to make this card: Product List Thankful Garden Bundle (English) [165534] Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780] Lovely Garden […]
- [Quick Post-It Holder](https://cardnmum.com/2025/09/08/quick-post-it-holder/): I have seen and received Post-It Note Holders since I began my paper crafting journey years ago. I don’t think I have ever made one. I signed up to make one for my swap group that I participate in and wow – how easy are these. I based mine on this video from StampinWithAmore. I used Shy Shamrock and the Just a Note bundle to make mine. Here are the measurements: Shy Shamrock cardstock for holder: 3 1/4″ x 7″; scored at 3 1/4″ and 3 3/4″ on the long side Shy Shamrock cardstock for bellyband: 1″ x 8 1/2″; […]
- [Sign Design Merry & Bright Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/29/sign-design-merry-bright-card/): Everyone loves a punch – I mean, dies are awesome, too – but punches are so much quicker! Check out the new Sign Design bundle that will be available next week in the September Mini Catalog: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years – it covers all the ‘ber’ holidays. Here is the card I made with it: Pretty simple and I love the traditional Christmas colors.
- [Words for the Season Christmas Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/28/words-for-the-season-christmas-card/): One of the new bundles in the September Mini Catalog is the Words for the Season bundle. Take a look and count the ways you can use this – haha: I paired this set with the Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper for a quick and easy card: I embossed a Shaded Spruce card base with an older embossing folder for some snowy background. For my DSP, I cut a 4″ x 4 1/4″ piece. On the left side, I made a tick mark 1″ down from the top. I then lined up the tick mark and the upper right […]
- [Puzzle Piece Christmas Tree Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/27/puzzle-piece-christmas-tree-card/): I came across this fun fold in my paper-crafting travels and just knew that I had to share it with you! It’s called the Puzzle Piece fold – take a look. Here it is closed: And here it is open: Isn’t it fun?! I have a video that goes through how to put it together but here are the important measurements: I used the new Pine Tree Trimmings bundle – so cute!
- [Branching Out Tag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/25/branching-out-tag/): One of the new bundles in the September Mini Catalog is called the Branching Out bundle – and I think your are going to want it! Look at all those gorgeous stitched dies! They were definitely the inspiration for a tag we made at my “Christmas in August” stamp class: I used the largest, third-largest, and smallest nesting die to cut out pieces of Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, and Crumb Cake. I ran the Night of Navy piece through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine with the Mini Corrugated Embossing Folder. I did some stamping and die cutting to […]
- [Etched Autumn Watercolor Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/22/etched-autumn-watercolor-card/): I’m giving you a break from the Gathering Together Suite Collection today (but don’t worry, there will be more projects coming your way soon . . . .) and am using the great background stamp, Etched Autumn. Isn’t it pretty? There are so many ways this can be used – I went with heat embossing the image and then using a variety of colors to watercolor the leaves. I am not going to lie – I really love how this came out. My husband caught me staring at the pretty shine and colors – haha! I used a Crumb Cake […]
- [Sketch Challenge #30 with CardNMum](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/21/sketch-challenge-30-with-cardnmum/): It feels like it has been a bit since I have last put out a sketch. So here is #30 in the series – And here is the card I made using that sketch: I used the Gathering Together Suite Collection (again – I know) to pull this card together.
- [Gathering Together Gather Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/20/gathering-together-gather-card/): I know that I have watched videos of other demonstrators making wreaths by outlining a circle in light pencil and then stamping leaves along that outline. I may have even made one – haha! I can’t remember – too many cards made! I decided to give it a go again because let’s face it – the Gathering Moments bundle has so many awesome leaf images: Here’s the card: My card base in Mossy Meadow and measures 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″. The Designer Series Paper is 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″. I stamped my wreath on a […]
- [Gathering Together In Color Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/18/gathering-together-in-color-card/): I was able to get my hands on some of the new products that will be available to you starting on September 5th. One of my favorites is the new Gathering Together Suite Collection. It is the essence of autumn – take a look: While I was using this collection and letting my creativity run around, I thought I’d make a card using our In Colors. I chose Timid Tiger and Secret Sea – here it is: My card base is Secret Sea and measures 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″. My Timid Tiger Panel if 4″ […]
- [Sweet Jar Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/15/sweet-jar-card/): Another set that I purchased immediately upon release and then…didn’t use it! Why, I can’t tell you because it’s super cut. The Sweet Jar stamp set and matching jar punch. I even bought the Christmas stamp set that goes with the punch (I used that). Look at those images – hearts, shamrocks, cookies, and candles. You can use this bundle for some much. Here is the card I made: I used a Pretty in Pink card base (8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). I then cut a piece of DSP down to 3 3/4″ x 5″. I […]
- [Stripes & Dots In Color Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/14/stripes-dots-in-color-card/): I’m using another product that I purchased but have not used yet – the Stripes & Dots Cling Stamp Set: I paired the set with my favorite, Layered Thoughts – and came up with this card. This stamp set can be used as one stamp (as I did here) or can be broken into 4 different stamps. I love that!! I used Versamark and white embossing powder on a piece of Basic White and heat set that with my heat tool. I then used blending brushes to lay some color down. I used the In Colors that are new this […]
- [Most Wonderful Christmas Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/13/most-wonderful-christmas-card/): Here is another item that I purchased and have yet to use – the Most Wonderful Cling Stamp Set: It is a really pretty stamp and it has a great secret! It can be used as a complete stamp but it also breaks into 4 separate stamps so you can customize your cards the way you’d like. Here’s my card – I used the two innermost stamps: My card base is 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″ on the long side. I stamped the wreath image in Shaded Spruce ink and the sentiment in Cherry Cobbler. I […]
- [Metallic Textures Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/12/metallic-textures-card/): With the fun of a new pre-order for the September Mini Catalog tempting me, I decided that this week, I am going to use the items I have purchased and have yet to use. Do you have any of those? I chose the Metallic Textures Rub-Ons – the pack contains 8 sheets, 4 designs (2 pages of gold and 2 of silver for each): They are so much fun to use – and super simple! You cut out the design or designs you want, peel the backing, place down on your cardstock and apply pressure. I used my finger but […]
- [Fun Fold - Swap Edition](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/08/fun-fold-swap-edition/): This was a indeed a fun fold to make! For this swap, we were directed to a video on YouTube by Patti Dolan that demonstrates the 2-4-6-8 fold. Use that paper!!!!!!!
- [One Sheet Wonder - Swap Edition](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/07/one-sheet-wonder-swap-edition/): Another day, another card from my swaps – haha! For this swap, we were directed to this blog post by Patricia from Pat’s Card Corner. Here are my two cards made from her directions: I’ve done other One Sheet Wonders before – they are so great at using up paper and churning out cards. Check out this one that I used a few years ago for Christmas Cards.
- [Card Sketch - Swap Edition](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/06/card-sketch-swap-edition/): I think by now that you know I love a good card sketch! It takes the worry of planning a card away and let’s you run free! Just be careful not to trip over any supplies you may have left lying around. Here is what I created based on the sketch the swap group provided. I used my favorite technique of coloring white pearls with a Stampin’ Blend (in this case, Poppy Parade) to help match my color choices on the card. Have you ever done that? If you want to see some more sketches, I have a page of […]
- [Combing Dry and Heat Embossing](https://cardnmum.com/2025/08/05/combing-dry-and-heat-embossing/): I recently joined a swap group online and I signed up for a bunch. Each month, there are different types to choose from – techniques, CASEs, sketches, themes, etc. I’m going to be sharing the cards I made for this month’s swaps with you all week. Here is the technique swap. It combines dry and heat embossing and the end result is so awesome! What embossing folder would you use for this technique? Let me know in the comments – I’d love to hear from you!
- [Wildflower Birthday Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/30/wildflower-birthday-card/): I’ve been on a birthday kick this week. The Wildflower Birthday Suite Collection is great for that! Yesterday, on my social media, I shared this cute card. I used the Party Dies Bundle to help with this card. Today, I’m sharing this card: I used a card base of Pretty in Pink (5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). I used a 2″ x 4 1/4″ piece of DSP with a mat of Basic White cut at 2 1/8″ x 4 3/8″. I then cut 4 pieces of DSP into 1″ squares. I used mats of 1 1/8″ […]
- [Kintsugi Inspirations Suite Collection Inspiration Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/25/kintsugi-inspirations-suite-collection-inspiration-card/): Here is my final card made using the Kintsugi Inspirations Suite Collection. It’s a perfect way to lift some up and make there day better! I started with a Thick Basic White card base (5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). I took two pieces of the Kintsugi DSP (4″ x 2″ and 4″ x 2 1/2″) and adhered them to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. I cut a bunch of those detailed pieces using the dies from the set from pieces of Mossy Meadow, Petal Pink, and Misty Moonlight cardstock. I adhered these using liquid glue […]
- [July 2025 Paper Pumpkin Alternative](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/24/july-2025-paper-pumpkin-alternative/): All of the cards in the July 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit were really adorable. Something about strawberries always makes me grin. Take a look at the cards I made from the kit following the instructions: I did notice a strawberry stamp in the included stamp set that was not used on the cards. So I sprang into Paper Pumpkin Alternative Action!! Here is my card: I used a Strawberry Slush card base (4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″). I embossed a 3 3/4″ x 5″ piece of Two Tone Garden Green and sanded the surface a bit to […]
- [Kintsugi Inspirations Suite Collection Thank You Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/23/kintsugi-inspirations-suite-collection-thank-you-card/): I am continuing on using the Kintsugi Inspirations Suite Collection – here is a thank you card I made: I used a bit of paper from that gorgeous DSP pack but I let the Joined Together embossing folder do the work on this one: I started with a card base of Thick Basic White (5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4). I embossed a 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ piece of Lost Lagoon with this beautiful embossing folder. I then went over the texture with a blending brush and craft white ink to give it a little bit […]
- [Kintsugi Inspiration](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/21/kintsugi-inspiration/): This week, I am using the Kintsugi Inspiration Suite Collection – and I hope it …inspires you! Kinstugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with lacquer mixed with gold. And this suite certainly captures all of those elements: Here is the first card I made using this collection: Simply and beautiful – the paper makes such a beautiful background. Take a look at the patterns included in the 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Pack: I used a card base of Cloud Cover ( 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). I adhered a 4″ x 5 […]
- [Spooky Sweet Treat Holder](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/18/spooky-sweet-treat-holder/): Have you checked out the July Online Exclusive, Spooky Sweet Suite Collection, yet? It’s super cute – I had to make a treat holder with it. You’ll need the following: Isn’t that fun? What would you put in the treat bag? Here are the products that I used to make this great little treat holder: Product List 166205 121044 166780 146986 132708 154885 154897 154887 154883 154904 110755 104430 152392 149653 118485
- [Fright Night Surprise Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/17/fright-night-surprise-card/): Boo! I used the July Online Exclusive Fright Night Bundle to make this fun Halloween card! I created the card front using various sized strips of card stock (between 1/2″ to 1″) applied at diagonals. I glued these strips down to a 4″ x 5 1/4″ piece of Basic Black card stock and then trimmed the sides. I glued this panel down to a Basic Black card base ( 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″ on the long side). I created the labels using the dies from the bundle. I heat embossed with white powder on Basic […]
- [Peaceful Garden Christmas Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/16/peaceful-garden-christmas-card/): Here is another card we made at my stamp class this pas weekend. We used the Peaceful Garden collection that will be coming out in September. As a demonstrator, I was able to get this collection early. We used it during the Creativity Now Virtual Event. Even though these particular products are not available now, the basic layout is one you can use with products you have in your stash. Here are the measurements: Here is the inside: This card was heavily inspired by the Creativity Now event. A great way to use a white cut out on a white […]
- [Jar of Joy Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/14/jar-of-joy-card/): What a fun card we made at my stamp class this past weekend using the Sweet Jar Builder Punch and the Jar of Joy Stamp Set! And it was super easy – which in my opinion, makes it even better. Here are the measurements of paper: I used the Mini Corrugated 3D Embossing Folder to add a little fun to the Shaded Spruce panel. I glued that panel to the card front. I adhered the DSP to the rectangle panel of Basic White and then glued that combination to the card front. I stamped the jar outline on a piece […]
- [Floral Charm Suite Collection Thank You Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/11/floral-charm-suite-collection-thank-you-card/): I decided to do a little ‘water coloring’ on this card I made using the new Floral Charm Suite Collection. I should say, rather, some “Wink-of-Stella” coloring – haha! My card base is Soft Sea Foam and is the standard 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″ on the long side. On the card front, I have a panel of Mossy Meadow (3 5/8″ square) with a Basic White panel (3 1/2″ square). I used a 1″ tall piece of Basic White and Mossy Meadow for my sentiment. For that awesome floral image, I stamped in Versamark, covered […]
- [Floral Charm Suite Collection Friend Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/09/floral-charm-suite-collection-friend-card/): Here is another card I made using the Floral Charm Suite Collection – a new Online Exclusive. The card base is Blackberry Bliss cut at 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″ on the long side. I stamped a floral image in Blackberry Bliss randomly on the front – just to break it up a bit. I adhered a strip of the Floral Charm Designer Series Paper on the left side of the card front. The piece measures 1 3/4″ x 5 1/2″. I stamped my sentiment in Versamakr on a 7/8″ x 2 7/8″ piece of Timid […]
- [Floral Charm Birthday Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/07/floral-charm-birthday-card/): I think the Floral Charm Suite Collection was such a popular Online Exclusive that it immediately went out of stock! Hopefully it will be back soon. Click here if you’d like an email when it’s back in stock – I made this card using an embossed piece of Designer Series Paper. I cut two circles using my favorite Stylish Shapes Dies. I cut out 3 floral shapes using the dies from the Floral Charm Suite and glued their stems to the layered circles. I gave them some dimension by placing Dimensionals behind the petals. I then used a banner die […]
- [Celebratory Sips in a Peaceful Garden (Part 2)](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/03/celebratory-sips-in-a-peaceful-garden-part-2/): Here is the second card I made while watching the replay of Stampin’ Up!’s Creativity Now. (Might be my favorite but we’ll see). Look at that matching envelope!! This card using some of that beautiful glimmer paper (Secret Sea, Cloud Cover, and Azure Afternoon are the colors), a bunch of the dies, that gorgeous ribbon and almost a whole sheet of the DSP from the suite: Here’s a closer look at the detail on the card: I had to make another card using this layout – it’s just that awesome.Here is my take on the Creativity Now card using the […]
- [Celebratory Sips in a Peaceful Garden](https://cardnmum.com/2025/07/02/celebratory-sips-in-a-peaceful-garden/): About two weeks ago, Stampin’ Up! held its virtual Creativity Now event. I was unable to attend during the initial broadcast of the session but because I had registered for the event, I was able to watch the replay. Creativity Now is an online event for demonstrators. Three or four projects are shown and participants are able to craft along with the presenters. You can pre-order the new collection used (in this case, the Peaceful Garden Collection) or use whatever sets you have on hand. I love a good winter set of stamps and papers (especially collections that focus on […]
- [Easy Hershey Bar Holder](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/27/easy-hershey-bar-holder/): You know that I love to package chocolate in fun and creative ways. This full-size Hershey bar holder is simple; it gives you the perfect base to customize your treats in any way that you want! You’ll start with a piece of card stuck cut at 6 1/2″ x 5 1/2″. With the 6 1/2″ long side at the top of your scoring tool, score at 3/8″ in from either side. Rotate clockwise and with the 5 1/2″ long side at the top of your scoring tool, score at 1″, 1 3/8″, 3 5/8″ and 4″. Then you cut and […]
- [Sketch Challenge #28 with CardNMum](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/25/sketch-challenge-28-with-cardnmum/): Here is my 28th card sketch coming to you this fine Wednesday. This sketch consists of some banners, a large floral image, and a sentiment panel. It’s a loose guide – so let it take you where it may. Here is what I created using this sketch: I used the Party Banner Dies and the products from the Beautiful Gallery Collection to make this card. And don’t you love those little Drusy Embellishments – the texture on those are great! Here are the items I used – remember from now until Monday, bundles and suites are buy one, get one […]
- [Backpack Gift Card Holder](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/24/backpack-gift-card-holder/): I caught a Paper Pixie Tutorial a bit ago on YouTube where Julie DiMatteo makes this awesome backpack. I thought they’d make a great end-of-year gift for my kiddos’ teachers. I just had to make that front pouch fit a gift card. I used the bulk of Julie’s tutorial but modified it a bit to make that front pouch a bit bigger. Here are the measurements for the paper you’ll need: Cardstock: Designer Series Paper: 1 piece at 1 3/8″ x 3 5/8″, 1 piece at 7/8″ x 3 3/8″ I hope you enjoy this product – the video will […]
- [Layered Thoughts Thank You Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/20/layered-thoughts-thank-you-card/): I will not tell a lie – I totally thought of candy corn when I was making this card. Here is the final card of the week made using the Layered Thoughts stamp set and Celebration Expressions Memories and More Card Pack. I started with a card base of Timid Tiger ( 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4/14″). The first panel on the card front is a 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″ piece of Darling Duckling. I took two 3″ x 4″ pieces from the Celebration Expression card pack and used those as my next layer. I stamped […]
- [Celebration Expression Scrapbook Layout](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/19/celebration-expression-scrapbook-layout/): Here is quite possibly my favorite project made using the Celebration Expressions Memories & More Card Pack. I did not use the Layered Thoughts stamp set with this project. Instead, I used the Birthday Celebration stamp set. I also added a few pieces of the Turtle-y Cute DSP (the colors went great together). I started with a 12″ x 12″ piece of Two-Tone Darling Duckling paper. I cut a 3″ x 4″ piece from the Celebration Expressions Card Pack into 3/4″ x 4″ pieces and adhered them along the bottom of the page using liquid glue. For the ‘picture’ frame […]
- [Layered Thoughts Birthday Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/18/layered-thoughts-birthday-card-2/): Here is another fun and quick card I made using awesome combination of the Layered Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set and the Celebration Expressions Memories & More Card Pack. This card starts with a Balmy Blue base (5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″ on the long side). I took a 4″ x 6″ card from the Celebration Expression Pack and trimmed it down to 4″ x 5 1/4″. I took a length of Petunia Pop ribbon and wrapped it around the center of the horizontal side of this card and secured it behind using some regular ol’ transparent […]
- [Layered Thoughts Thinking of You Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/16/layered-thoughts-thinking-of-you-card/): This week, I’ll be using one of the best combinations out there! The Layered Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set and the Celebration Expressions Memories & More Card Pack. I received these as a little giveaway at OnStage this past March. And while I’ve used the stamp set a few times, I didn’t really explore that Memories & More Card Pack after we made the Make & Takes at convention. I am not sure why because they are perfect for all sorts of crafting needs. Look at these fun colors: These packs contain a variety of double-sided images in both 4″x 6″ […]
- [Boho Vibes Thank You Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/13/boho-vibes-thank-you-card/): I really do like the Boho Vibes Suite Collection. Those colors and that DSP!! Here is another project I made using the collection – a card that expresses gratitude over and over again – haha! I started with a Secret Sea card base (5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). I layered a piece of Cajun Craze Two-Tone cardstock (4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″) on top of that after I dry embossed it using the Modern Herringbone Embossing Folder. You can’t see it, but then a took a 3 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ piece of Mossy Meadow Two-Tone […]
- [Boho Vibes Fun Fold Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/11/boho-vibes-fun-fold-card/): Here is a second card made using the Boho Vibes Suite Collection. I love the 6″x 6″ Designer Series Paper. The patterns are bold and fun and the colors are great. The pieces with the large rainbow patterns were my inspiration for this card, but seriously, all the pieces are nice: So what’s the fun fold, Jen? It’s like a rainbow-filled gatefold: I used two standard card bases ( 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″) and glued them together to create the gate. I did trim a smidge off of the right side so that the card […]
- [Boho Vibes Hello Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/09/boho-vibes-hello-card/): This week, I’ll be using products from the Boho Vibes Suite Collection to make some bright and fun cards. All of the colors in the suite work so well together (shocker, right? haha) and the I love the mix of sentiments and die shapes: There are a lot of great samples using this collection all over the internet – scrapbook layouts, treat holders, you name it. I went with cards for this week. So how did I make this one? I started with a 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ card base of Daffodil Delight, scored down the middle at 4 […]
- [Notes & Totes Relax Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/06/notes-totes-relax-card/): Here is another card made with the Notes & Totes bundle from the Annual catalog. The card base is Balmy Blue (5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). The tote bag is cut from a piece of the Florals in Bloom 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper. The bags trim is cut from Petunia Pop card stock. My little starfish is from a scrap of Daffodil Delight. The sunglasses are made using that cute die from the set and scraps of Basic Black and Bubble Bath. I made the sandy background with two pieces of the Crumb Cake […]
- [Sketch Challenge #27 with CardNMum](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/05/sketch-challenge-27-with-cardnmum/): Here is Sketch Challenge #27 from yours truly. It’s a simple one and can be modified in any which way to suit your needs! Here’s my sample – I used the He’s the Greatest and She’s the Greatest Stamp Sets to create the sentiment. The panels use the Country Woods Designer Series Paper and strips of Basic Beige: Hope this inspires you to make something with your supplies – use those supplies!! Here are the products I used to make my sample – the links will bring you directly to my online store: Product List He's The Greatest Photopolymer Stamp […]
- [Notes & Totes Gift Card Holder](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/04/notes-totes-gift-card-holder/): When we got the chance to see the Notes & Totes Bundle demonstrated at OnStage this March, one of the samples was a pop-up gift card holder. You know I love those, right?! Haha! I had to recreate it – and here’s how. I started with a Lemon Lolly card base of 4 1/4″ x 11″. I scored it 4 1/4″ and 8 1/2″. For the front of the card, I stamped the floral image in Lemon Lolly on a piece of Lemon Lolly DSP cut at 4″ x 4″. I matted that DSP piece to a 4 1/8″ square […]
- [Notes & Totes Scrapbook Layout](https://cardnmum.com/2025/06/02/notes-totes-scrapbook-layout/): I made this single page scrapbook layout using both the Mixed Florals bundle and the Notes & Totes Dies. There are a lot of beautiful cards made with this particular piece of 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper from the Mixed Media Florals Suite. I decided to use it as my page for a scrapbook layout: I created a central ‘square’ image by taking a 7″ x 6″ piece of Two-Tone Petal Pink and ripping the edges. I then made my photo place holder using a 6 1/4″ x 4 1/4″ piece of Mossy Meadow card stock. This layout is […]
- [Turtle-y Awesome Friend Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/30/turtle-y-awesome-friend-card/): I used that Turtle-y Cute Suite Collection and the Around It All Dies to make this sweet encouragement card. I used a Cherry Cobbler card base ( 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). I took a 5 1/4″ x 4″ piece of Crumb Cake and glued some circles I cut from Shaded Spruce, Garden Green, and Granny Apple Green card stock. I used the Around It All Dies to make those circles. Once I had my circles glued down, I dry embossed the panel using the Turtle Textures Embossing Folder. I really do dig the pattern this […]
- [Turtle-y Awesome Fun Fold Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/28/turtle-y-awesome-fun-fold-card/): I love the turtles in the Turtle-y Cute Suite Collection! Whether it’s the stamped images or the little guys on the Designer Series Paper, you cannot go wrong. I fussy cut one of the turtles from the DSP for this card. I also cut out one of the party hats and added it to the turtle for fun. I made that little frame by using two dies from the Textured Noted Dies. I lay them inside of each, secured with some masking paper, and voila! I used a piece of Crushed Curry cardstock (5 1/4″ x 4″) as my main […]
- [May 2025 Paper Pumpkin Alternatives](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/27/may-2025-paper-pumpkin-alternatives/): The May 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit was perfect for masculine cards – check out the 3 cards I made from the kit as designed: Aren’t they simple and elegant? I love them. Of course, I couldn’t let it just be; I had to make some alternatives. So here they are:
- [Sketch Challenge #26 with CardNMum](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/22/sketch-challenge-26-with-cardnmum/): Here is a sketch that I hope inspires you to take out those craft supplies and make something! Two pieces of cardstock on a card front, some twine, and a focal circle is what I went with for this sketch. I used the new Sunrise Sailing bundle to make this sketch sample: I chose Secret Sea and Cloud Cover (I love all the new InColors!) as my colors for this card. The hybrid embossing folder is so cool – the way they make awesome die cuts makes me smile. Here’s the inside (I’ve been trying to focus more on the […]
- [She's the Greatest Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/21/shes-the-greatest-card/): Do you have a favorite new In Color yet? It’s tough, right? This card uses the She’s the Greatest Photopolymer stamp set and 3 of the new colors. The card base is Strawberry Slush (8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″). The Cloud Cover layer is cut from a piece of the Designer Series Paper pack. I cut that down to 5 1/4″ x 4″. I stamped ‘Mom’ in Secret Sea in a staggered pattern all over that Cloud Cover panel. I stamped 3 times each so that I’d have varying degrees of color. I used some lengths […]
- [Stampin' Up! Kits Collection](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/20/stampin-up-kits-collection/): Do you ever want to get your craft on but don’t know where to start? Or you know where to start but only have a half-hour to dedicate to said craftiness? Stampin’ Up! Kits Collection is the solution to these problems. Take a look at the new Beautiful Blues Kit that came out this month – it went together pretty quick. It took me about 25 minutes from start to finish. I ended with nine gorgeous cards (3 each of the below designs): And here’s another kit that I absolutely loved – it’s call Loveliest Wishes – so simply gorgeous: […]
- [Terrific Toadstool Gift Bag](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/19/terrific-toadstool-gift-bag/): We made this little gift bag (one of my favorites!!) at my “Anything But a Card” Class. The bag goes together quickly and only needs two pieces of 6″ x 6″ paper (plus decoration). I’ve made these in the past – a couple of years ago I made a Valentine-themed bag. Here’s the tutorial for building the bag: I used the Terrific Toadstool bundle to decorate the front of the bag along with the To The Point Punch. I did use that retired Sale-A-Bration paper but everything else is current (you gotta use what you have, right?). Product List Terrific […]
- [Thankful Garden Scrapbook Layout](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/16/thankful-garden-scrapbook-layout/): Last Friday, I had my first session of the “Anything But a Card Class.” One of our projects was this easy and quick scrapbook layout. A lot of us are dipping our toes into the scrapbook water so I thought a pretty (but simple) layout was in order. I started with a 12″ x 12″ piece of White Willow. I then cut a piece of Two-Tone cardstock in Garden Green down to 10 1/2″ x 10 1/2″ and adhered that to my Willow White. I cut a piece of Crushed Curry cardstock down to 8 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ and […]
- [Scenic Adventures Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/14/scenic-adventures-card/): If you want a great outdoor scene, the Scenic Adventures bundle should be on your list. Either portrait or landscape, these stamps and dies will help you create the perfect card. I started with a card base of Mossy Meadow cut at 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″. I used a Cloud Cover panel measuring of 5 1/4″ x 4″. I then used pieces of Gray Granite and Old Olive to cut 4″ wide mountains and trees. Here is the video showing the process: I love how those dies make easy work of a great outdoor scene […]
- [Peaceful View Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/12/peaceful-view-card/): I also received the Peaceful View stamp set at OnStage in March – it’s really quite beautiful: It’s a large background stamp. I decided to pair it up with some blending of colors to create a sunset. I also used the Wonderful Thoughts bundle for my sentiment. The card base is Night of Navy cut at 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″. The first panel is Darling Duckling and measures 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″. The Basic White panel is next and measures 5 1/4″ x 4″. You’ll also need a scrap of Basic White for your […]
- [Layered Thoughts Birthday Card](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/09/layered-thoughts-birthday-card/): Here is a card we made at my last Stamp Class – it uses the new Layered Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set. Isn’t it a cutie? It’s a great stamp set to mix and match with to get the sentiments you need. I used the new (and returning) InColor, Strawberry Slush, for my card base. I cut a regular size card base (8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″) but then trimmed an 1 1/2″ from one side (leaving you with 7″ x 5 1/2″). I then cut 3 square out of the trimmed off piece – so 3 […]
- [Sketch Challenge #25 with CardNMum](https://cardnmum.com/2025/05/08/sketch-challenge-25-with-cardnmum/): Here is Sketch #25 to start your crafty Thursday (do you have a crafty Thursday – or is it just plain Thursday?) A portrait card base with one panel askew, one centered, and then a sentiment strip. Here is a quick (and I mean under 3 minute) card I put together using this sketch: I used the Arched Wishes stamp set again – quick and easy. The card base (Bubble Bath) is 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″. The tilted piece of cardstock (Fresh Freesia) is 3″ wide by 4″ long. My centered panel (Petunia Pop) is […]

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