A Fidget Spinner for Crafters: The Never-Ending Card

Monday I shared a Never-Ending (Infinity) Card, and let me tell you… this is one of those projects I had seen before but was always a little intimidated to try. Turns out? It’s way easier than it looks—especially thanks to a fantastic tutorial I found by Karey Titus.

A Valentine's Day themed card featuring red and pink colors, with designs including hearts, polka dots, and the text 'Happy' and 'Valentine's Day'.
A handmade Valentine's Day card featuring a pop-up design with the text 'Happy Valentine's Day' and decorative elements including hearts in shades of pink and red.
A handcrafted card featuring the text 'SENDING YOU' and 'Hugs & Kisses' on a pink and red background decorated with 'XOXO' patterns.
A handmade card featuring a central design with the words 'We Love Today & Always' and a heart graphic, surrounded by patterned borders of small hearts in pink and red.

For my cards, I featured the Endless Love Stamps & Dies #167062 along with the Made with Love DSP #167054, and I wanted to share a few helpful tips I picked up while making them.

Tips for Making a Never-Ending Card

• Cardstock colors:
You can use two different colors of cardstock or stick with the same color. If you’re worried about keeping track of direction and orientation, I highly recommend using the same color—it makes things much less confusing.

• Practice the folds first:
Before decorating, assemble your base pieces and practice turning the card. This really helps you understand how the card moves and makes it easier to decide what should go on each panel. Keep in mind that if it’s not folding and laying out the way you want try flipping the card as it can change the direction of the fold and cuts.

• Sizing is flexible:
I made two different sizes—a 6″ × 6″ card and then used the leftover 5″ × 5″ pieces to create a smaller version. You can truly make this card in any size, as long as you start with a square.

• Scoring measurements:
You’ll score at ¼ of the measurement from each side.

  • For a 6″ × 6″ card, score at 1-1/2″ and 4-1/2″
  • For a 5″ × 5″ card, score at 1-1/4″ and 3-1/4″

This creates an inside panel that’s half the size of the full card (3″ for the 6″ × 6″ and 2-1/2″ for the 5″ × 5″ .)

A layout design with measurement lines and notes on white paper, detailing scoring and cutting instructions for a crafting project.

• Cutting & assembly:
You’ll need two sheets, both scored and then cut in half in opposite directions.
The trickiest part is placing the adhesive correctly so the card can turn smoothly.

I used Tear & Tape #154031 because it’s strong and easy to work with. Place it on the outside corners (top and bottom) of one sheet. Then take the second sheet, turn it 90 degrees, and attach it to those corners.

If you’re more of a visual learner, be sure to watch the video to see how it’s done—it makes the assembly so much easier to follow.

Decorating the Card

Now for the fun part—decorating!
Most of my panels were cut ¼” smaller than the base pieces. Be mindful of the direction each panel will turn. I laid everything out as I went so I could decide where each piece made the most sense.

I had so much fun making these that I decided to try a few more designs, including the smaller version I mentioned in my video. I stuck with the heart theme and added in:

  • Love Story Stamp Set #167065
  • Darling Dinos Stamp Set #164730 (Last Chance)
  • Sweet Jar Stamp Set #165501 (Last Chance)

These cards are so fun, easy, and interactive—and honestly, they’re a little like a fidget spinner for crafters. You just can’t help but keep flipping them! I hope I’ve inspired you to give a never-ending card a try! I’d love to see what you create—be sure to tag me or give me a shout-out when you share your project or drop it in the comments.

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Soft Florals & Bold Color: A #GDP533 Challenge Card

This week we’re jumping into another color challenge for the Global Design Project challenge #GDP533, featuring Strawberry Slush, Petal Pink, and Pretty Peacock. When I look at these colors together, I love them—they’re soft, fresh, and so pretty. But if I’m being completely honest, once I sat down to actually create with them… I struggled more than I expected.

Perfect timing though, because my most recent Stampin’ Up! order arrived, and inside was the Lovely Florals Stamp Set #166797, which has been sitting on my wish list for quite a while. I was a little sad to realize it’s now on the Last Chance list (along with the Texture Notes Dies #165555), but it turned out to be exactly the inspiration I needed for this card.

A handmade greeting card featuring a pink floral illustration on a white square, accented with blue and coral geometric patterns and a pink ribbon.
Logo for the Global Design Project featuring a globe with a heart, and color swatches labeled Strawberry Slush, Petal Pink, and Pretty Peacock.

I started by stamping the floral image in Black StazOn Ink #101406, then pulled out my Water Painters #168253. I dipped them directly into my ink pads and watercolor-painted the image, which allowed me to control the intensity of each color while still keeping that soft, artsy feel.

For the background, I stamped the grid image onto white cardstock and used my water painter to flick ink onto the paper, creating a fun speckled effect. I then went back in with a Blending Brush #160518 to add more color. This technique was such a win—I could leave some of the white showing and create multiple shades of color, essentially making my own custom DSP.

Close-up of a handmade card featuring a pink flower illustration with green leaves, placed on a textured pink background and accented with a pink ribbon.
A close-up view of a metal cutting die positioned over a pink cardstock, with an embossed texture visible beneath the die. The setup appears to be on a craft table, including a clear base plate.

One of my favorite little tricks on this card came from a happy workaround. I wanted a square layer behind my focal image, but the dies I had were rectangular. Instead of cutting the full die, I partially ran it through the machine so it only cut part of the image. Then I lined it up and cut the opposite side. The result? A square cut with that same cool patterned edge—problem solved!

To finish things off, I added Adhesive-Backed Gems #165615 and Faux Linen Ribbon #165274 for a bit of texture and sparkle.

You’ll notice there’s no sentiment on this card—and yes, that was intentional. I originally planned to add a “hello,” but in the end I decided to leave it off. Sometimes it’s nice to have a card ready to go, so you can add the perfect sentiment when the moment calls for it.

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Cut, Shake & Share: Valentine Treat Ideas with Heart Gusseted Treat Bags

Last week on my live, I shared several fun ideas using the Heart Gusseted Treat Bags (#167073). I posted about the project I created during the live, but then realized I never shared the other projects—so today I’m fixing that!

A variety of decorated gift bags with heart designs, featuring messages like 'Hugs & Kisses' and 'I Adore You'. The bags are embellished with red and pink colors, and some contain chocolates and other small gifts.

These four additional projects all feature cutting a window into the treat bags using the Endless Love Dies (#167061), then using the die-cut heart from the bag on a coordinating project. It’s such a fun way to stretch your supplies and get multiple projects from one idea.

Helpful Tips Before You Cut

A handmade greeting card featuring three red heart cutouts with a transparent background, displaying colorful sequins inside, and the text 'Hugs & Kisses' on a pink ribbon.

Be sure to watch the video where I share tips on how to avoid cutting through the sides of the bag. For this technique, you’ll want to use the Mini Cutting Plates (#151004) and place one inside the bag, so you’re only cutting through a single layer.

If you’d like your bag to stand up like mine, score the bottom of the bag at 1/2″, then fold that section to the inside to create a flat base.

Project One – Large Heart Window Shaker

For my first project, I used the large heart die to cut a window in the bag. I then cut a smaller heart from Real Red cardstock and embossed it with the Hearts of Love 3D Embossing Folder (#167071).

To create the shaker:

  • I used a 3″ x 3″ Flip Flap (#166514)
  • Filled it with the Loose Valentines Assortment (#167074)
  • Attached it to the back of the embossed red heart
  • Then adhered everything to the inside of the bag behind the window
A handcrafted gift box featuring red and white hearts with an arrow design, embellished with an 'XO' motif and colorful ribbons, presented on a textured background.
A decorative Valentine's Day card featuring layered hearts, one red with a black outline, and the text 'XO' on a white heart background with small red hearts.
A decorative treat bag featuring a large red heart with an arrow, a transparent heart-shaped window filled with confetti, and a string bow. The background is white with small red hearts.

I finished the bag with additional die cuts and Real Red Baker’s Twine (#164051).

For the coordinating project, I used the heart cut from the treat bag along with extra die cuts and twine then attached them to an Iridescent Treat Bag (#166204)—quick, easy, and adorable.

Project Two – Filigree Hearts & Shimmery Window

For the second project, I cut the smaller hearts and layered them with the filigree heart dies.

A decorated packaging with red hearts and the text 'Hugs & Kisses' holding colorful candies, next to a chocolate bar wrapped in pink paper with a tag that says 'I Adore You'.
A decorative white bag with red hearts and the phrase 'Hugs & Kisses' printed on a pink ribbon.
A handmade card featuring three red heart cutouts with iridescent backgrounds, accompanied by a pink 'Hugs & Kisses' sentiment and adorned with a pink ribbon.

To create a shimmery window:

  • I cut open an Iridescent Treat Bag (#166204)
  • Adhered it to the inside of the gusseted treat bag

For the greeting, I used the Three Banner Punch (#167050) for a quick and easy sentiment. The final touch was Bubble Bath 1/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon (#167075)—the perfect delicate accent.

Coordinating Candy Bar Treat

To coordinate, I layered one of the hearts cut from the treat bag onto additional die cuts. I embossed Bubble Bath cardstock, wrapped it around a candy bar, and added:

  • A strip of Real Red cardstock stamped with XO in black
  • A big, beautiful bow made from the Bubble Bath Faux Linen Ribbon

Quick, easy, and super cute!

A wrapped chocolate bar decorated with a pink and red heart-shaped tag that says 'I ADORE YOU', resting on a textured surface.
A wrapped chocolate bar with a pink embossed cover featuring small hearts, a red band displaying the word 'XOXO' in black, and a decorative ribbon.
A decorative gift wrapper featuring hearts and the phrase 'I Adore You', on top of a chocolate bar.

Any of these projects would make a perfect Valentine treat for someone special, and they’re a great way to get even more value from your Heart Gusseted Treat Bags.

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Creative Card Making with Happy Place Stamp Set

Last night’s project was so much fun to share! 💕 I’ll admit—I had a couple of little mishaps along the way, but hopefully if you watched, you still loved this fun and creative idea. Sometimes those little hiccups make crafting even more real and relatable. 😊

I shared several projects using the Happy Place stamp set #165966, and I loved exploring different ways to bring this set to life.

Three handmade greeting cards featuring colorful designs. One card says 'HAPPY place' with a beach scene in the letters, another card features the phrase 'HAPPY days' with a similar theme, and the third card has a black and white pattern of palm trees.

✨ Project 1:
I showed how to color the images using Watercolor Pencils #149014 with Water Painters #168253. Quick tip: I first tried this on watercolor paper, but I don’t recommend it for this technique. I got a much clearer stamped image when I used white cardstock instead.

A colorful handmade card featuring the text 'HAPPY place' in a vibrant design with palm trees. The card has a pink border and a light blue ribbon.
A colorful card featuring the words 'HAPPY place' with a sunset and palm tree design in the letters, set against a vibrant background.

✨ Project 2:
For the second card, I kept things super simple by stamping directly onto the Beach Boardwalk DSP #166820. This made for an easy, clean design with very little effort.

A greeting card featuring the word 'HAPPY' in a stylized font, surrounded by palm tree and beach imagery with a gradient background.
A birthday card with the word 'BIRTHDAY' in bold letters on a light blue background, featuring a white butterfly and the name 'Candice Anderson' along with the website 'www.stampinwithcandice.com' printed below.

✨ Project 3 (Step-by-Step):
For my final card, I walked through the process of creating a multicolor background using paper instead of coloring.
Here’s how it came together:

  • I applied Adhesive Sheets #152334 to cardstock
  • Cut ¼” strips of different colors and lined them up
    • Highland Heather
    • Flirty Flamingo
    • Peach Pie
    • Pool Party
    • Summer Splash
    • Azure Afternoon
  • Trimmed the panel to size and stamped the image in black
  • Used the 2″ Circle Punch #133782 for the “days” sentiment
  • Finished it off with the So Swirly Embossing Folder #163791, Black Baker’s Twine #155475, and Muted Palette Dots #165155

This technique gives a similar look to coloring—but without picking up a pencil!

I hope these projects inspire you to take another look at the Happy Place stamp set and try something new.

A handmade greeting card featuring a gradient sunset with palm trees, adorned with the text 'HAPPY days' and a circular yellow element. The card has a textured blue background and is bordered with a pink frame.
A colorful handmade card featuring the word 'HAPPY' in bold lettering with a gradient background of sunset colors and palm trees. The word 'days' is written in a cursive style on a circular yellow embellishment, with black twine tied around the card.

To see how I created it check out the full video.

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Celebrate National Polka Dot Day with a Simple Stamping Technique

At work, I usually kick off our morning stand-up meetings by sharing fun things to celebrate—and did you know today is National Polka Dot Day? 🎉 That little fact got my creative wheels turning and inspired me to celebrate with a hand-stamped card.

A colorful greeting card featuring a central yellow circle with the text 'HELLO Sunshine', set against a patterned background of pastel circles and small black flowers.

I wanted to keep this project super simple, but still include a fun and easy technique. I paired two unlikely stamp sets—Exploring Nature (Hello Sunshine) #166913 and Love Story (small flower) #167065.

I used the small flower from Love Story to create a playful polka dot background by stamping the image in black on white cardstock. To add color, I inked sponge daubers #133773 in Coastal Cabana, Daffodil Delight, and Melon Mambo and stamped over the flowers—quick, easy, and so cheerful!

For the focal element, I added a Coastal Cabana tag embossed with the Mini Corrugated 3D Embossing Folder #165559, finished it off with a big baker’s twine bow, and cut my Hello Sunshine sentiment using the Stylish Shapes Dies #159183 out of Daffodil Delight cardstock and stamped in black. I mounted the finished piece on Melon Mambo cardstock to tie it all together.

Quick, simple, and oh so cute! 💕

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From Treat Bag to Box: My Favorite Heart Gusseted Treat Bag Project

Monday night on my live, I shared multiple projects using the Heart Gusseted Treat Bags (#167073), and I had so much fun playing with these bags and seeing just how many ideas I could come up with. 💕

My live video featured my favorite project.. This little box is relatively simple to make, and I love how versatile it is—plus, one bag makes TWO boxes, which is always a win!

A handmade greeting card featuring a heart design with 'Hugs & Kisses' text on a colorful background, alongside a blank card with a heart pattern and similar text.
A decorative card featuring a lace-like red heart design with multiple smaller hearts, embellished with a pink and white striped heart that says 'Hugs & Kisses'.

Box Instructions

Start with one Heart Gusseted Treat Bag:

  1. Cut off the top folded portion of the bag.
    • Measure 9-1/4″ up from the bottom and cut.
  2. Trim the bottom so the bag measures 9″ total.
  3. Cut the bag in half at 4-1/2″.
  4. Score the bottom at 3/4″.
    • Be sure to flip the piece so you get a good score on both sides.
  5. Cut the corners on the bottom of each piece up to the 3/4″ score line.
    • You should now have two red sections and two white sections.
A handmade greeting card featuring layered hearts, a decorative doily, and a mix of red and pink colors, with a white background adorned with small hearts.
Two green-topped bottles of adhesive glue stored in a decorative holder with a pink and red design, featuring hearts.

Box Base (for Support)

  • Cut a piece of chipboard to 4″ x 1-1/4″
    • I used chipboard from my Paper Pumpkin kits.
  • Cover with Real Red cardstock, also 4″ x 1-1/4″.
  • Adhere to the bottom of the inside of the box for extra stability.

Decorating Details

A close-up view of a decorative Valentine's Day card featuring layered hearts in shades of pink and red, with a ribbon that reads 'Hugs & Kisses'. The background includes a lace-like doily pattern.

Decorate your box as desired! For my sample, I used:

  • Lovely Doilies #167104
  • Endless Love Stamp Set #167055
  • Endless Love Dies #167061
  • Bubble Bath Ribbon #167075
  • Real Red Baker’s Twine #164051

Colors: Real Red, White, & Bubble Bath

✨ Perfect Fit: This box fits our Note Cards (#159232) perfectly, making it ideal for a sweet Valentine note or gift enclosure.

The simple card design tucked inside the box was inspired by Heidi Collins, keeping the look clean, classic, and easy to recreate.

Two handmade greeting cards featuring red striped hearts and the phrase 'Hugs & Kisses'. One card has the text 'I adore you' repeated in the background.
A greeting card design featuring a large striped heart, the words 'I adore you' repeated in the background, and 'Hugs & Kisses' written prominently at the bottom.
Global Design Project logo with a globe and heart symbol, featuring the text 'GLOBAL DESIGN PROJECT #GDP531' and three heart-themed icons below.

✨ Bonus: This project is the perfect fit for this week’s Global Design Project challenge – Hearts #GDP531! 💖

Be sure to check out my video to see just how easy this project is to create, along with the other fun ideas I shared. I’ll be posting more details on the remaining projects later this week, so be sure to tune back in! 💕

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