πŸŽ„Quick & Cute: A Pop-Up Gift Card Holder Anyone Will Love

Merry Christmas! πŸŽ„

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday filled with special moments spent with family and friends. πŸ’›

For my Monday Live, I shared an easy pop-up gift card holder that’s perfect for those last-minute giftsβ€”or for anyone who’s just hard to buy for. I also featured this month’s Product of the Month, the True Blue Florals Designer Series Paper (#167970). You can grab this gorgeous paper for just $5 with a $75 purchaseβ€”such a great deal!

I chose to give my project a Christmas feel by using a few holiday sentiments, but this card design and layout work beautifully for any occasion. Simply swap out the greeting and embellishments, and you’re good to go.

During the live, I promised I’d share all the measurements so you can recreate this project at homeβ€”so let’s dive in!


Card Front Measurements & Supplies

A collection of patterned papers in shades of blue and purple, with a completed card featuring layered leaves and a sentiment that reads 'Tis the Season'.
  • Card Base:
    • Balmy Blue Cardstock – 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ (scored at 4-1/4″)
  • Card Front Layers:
    • True Blue Florals DSP – 5-1/4″ x 4″
    • Balmy Blue Cardstock – 5-1/4″ x 4″
      • Embossed with Lovely Striped Embossing Folder (#167179 – available in January)
  • Die Cuts:
    • Leaves cut from Balmy Blue Cardstock and Vellum (#167099)
    • Dies: Nature’s Symphony Dies (#166925 – available in January)
  • Tag:
    • Basic White – 2-1/2″ x 1-1/4″, cut into a tag
    • Stamped with Ornamental Christmas (#165991) in Night of Navy
    • Mat: Balmy Blue – 2-1/4″ x 1-1/2″
  • Embellishments:
    • Flowers fussy-cut from DSP
    • Muted Palette Dots (#165155)
    • White Baker’s Twine (#155475)

Inside Pop-Up Gift Card Holder

  • Cardstock:
    • Two pieces of Night of Navy Cardstock – 5-1/4″ x 5-1/4″
  • Scoring:
    • Score each piece at 1-1/4″
    • This creates a 1-1/4″ section and a 4″ section
  • Assembly:
    • Attach the two 1-1/4″ sections together (top and bottom) using Tear & Tape (#154031)
    • Use a circle punch to punch a small notch in the outer corner of the 1-1/4″ section
      • This makes it easier to slide the gift card in and out
  • Finishing the Inside:
    • Left side: DSP – 3-3/4″ x 5″
    • Right side: Basic White – 3-3/4″ x 5″
      • Stamp with a coordinating greeting to finish the card
      • Attach the the inside of card.
        • Just a note they are cut so the are centered leaving an 1/8″ border. This helps pull the center apart just slightly and make it easier for the gift card to slide in and out.

Final Thoughts

This card really is super easy to make, and once you’ve made one, you’ll want to make several! It’s perfect for holidays, birthdays, thank-you cards, or any time a gift card is the perfect solution.

If you’d like extra help, be sure to check out my step-by-step video for the full walkthrough. And pleaseβ€”share your creations in the comments! I would absolutely love to see what you come up with.


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#GDP527 – Reasons to Celebrate | Cheers & Sips Suite

Three handmade greeting cards featuring drinks. The left card showcases a colorful cocktail with a pineapple garnish, the center card displays champagne flutes with bubbles, and the right card features glasses filled with a cold beverage and ice, all with the word 'Cheers'.

When I saw this week’s Global Design Project challenge, I knew the Cheers & Sips Suite was the perfect choice to grab. I had so much fun creating for multiple occasionsβ€”starting with some bubbly champagne, moving into a simple just because, and wrapping it up with cozy, seasonal hot chocolate.

Such a fun and versatile set! ✨
Heads upβ€”this suite is on the Last Chance List, so be sure to grab it before it’s gone.

For each of my designs, I added a few elements outside of the Cheers & Sips Suiteβ€”things like ribbon, embellishments, and even other stamp sets. Can you spot what they were? πŸ‘€
Before I break down each card, let me first share what is included in the suite.


What’s in the Cheers & Sips Suite

Just a reminder: the stamps and dies are on the Last Chance List, but the designer paper is still available.

  • Cheers & Sips Stamp Set #165588 (Last Chance)
  • Cheers & Sips Dies #165593 (Last Chance)
  • Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper #165586 (Still Available)

The bundle also includes: (not used on these projects)

  • Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders #165597 (Last Chance)
  • Gold Striped 3/8″ Mesh Ribbon #165599

A Fun Surprise! πŸ₯³

I entered these cards into the Global Design Project challenge and had the best surprise on Monday when I was tagged and notified that one of my designs was chosen as this week’s winner! πŸŽ‰

Can you guess which one?
Here’s a hint… it’s the one where I got a little creative. πŸ˜‰


Card One – Bubbly with a Creative Twist πŸ₯‚

If you look closely at the Cheers & Sips stamp set, you’ll notice there is no stemmed wine or champagne glass. That didn’t stop me!

To create my glass:

  • I used the umbrella image as the base, masking off the top portion.
  • I masked the pin image to create two straight lines for the stem.

While the shape isn’t a perfect champagne flute, I still wanted that bubbly feel. To achieve that:

  • I used the Beautiful Butterflies Stamp Set #164608 (Last Chance) for the tiny dot images to mimic bubbles.

Additional details include:

  • Black Baker’s Twine #155475
  • 2024–2026 In Color Flat Pearls #165266
  • Lasting Linen Stamp Set #167107 for a subtle textured background
  • Wink of Stella #141897 for sparkle (because bubbly needs shimmer!)

I kept the color palette mostly tone-on-tone with a pop of black:

  • Petal Pink Stampin’ Blends #154893 for the champagne
  • Peach Pie cardstock and ink
  • DSP also includes Pumpkin Pie accents

Card Two – Let the DSP Shine βœ‚οΈ

A handmade card featuring two stylized drink glasses, one purple and one orange, with a sprig of greenery, set against a textured, dark purple background and accented with a 'Cheers' message and ribbon.

For this card, I focused on using the suite itself and cut my images directly from the DSP instead of stamping.

The color combination came straight from the paper and was a little outside my comfort zoneβ€”but I loved how it turned out!

Details:

  • Peach Pie card base
  • Blackberry Bliss background embossed with the Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder #161600
  • Old Olive DSP for the striped background
  • White Baker’s Twine
  • Cloud Cover behind the glasses
  • 2025–2027 In Color Flat Pearls #165192

That brick texture adds just the right amount of interest without overpowering the design.


Card Three – Cozy Winter Vibes β˜•

A handmade card featuring two drink images with ice, set against a patterned background, and the word 'Cheers' in stylish typography.

For my final card, I wanted a winter-inspired feel. The Cloud Cover DSP created the perfect backdrop.

I used a similar layout to Card Two but:

  • Flipped it horizontally
  • Varied the widths of the background strips
  • A smaller focal square for balance

Additional elements:

  • Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper #165929 for sparkle
  • Secret Sea for the background and stamping
  • Neutral Stampin’ Blends for the drinks

Instead of stamping the ice cubes inside the drinks, I placed them on top. My goal was marshmallows with a touch of Wink of Stellaβ€”but my daughter said it looked more like iced coffee. β˜•β„οΈ
Honestly… either works!

Finishing touches:

  • Straw from the More Than Autumn Stamp Set #164228 (Last Chance)
  • More Than Autumn Dies #164075 (Last Chance)
  • Secret Sea Bordered Open Weave Ribbon #166932 (available in January)

One Suite – Three Very Different Cards

Three cards.
Three completely different looks.
One versatile suite.

That’s just one more reason to grab the Cheers & Sips Suite before it’s gone. If it’s been sitting on your wish list, this is your sign. πŸ’›


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πŸŒΏβ„οΈ Global Design Project #GDP525 β€” Two Cards, Two Seasons, One Gorgeous Color Combo!

This week’s Global Design Project color challenge (#GDP525) features the stunning trio of Cloud Cover, Lost Lagoon, and Highland Heather. WOWβ€”these colors are absolutely beautiful together! At first glance, they totally gave me winter vibes… but once I started creating, I realized they could go in so many different directions.

And of course, once I made one card, I just couldn’t stop at one.
So today I’m sharing two cards with the same layoutβ€”one floral and one snowman!
Same sketch, two completely different feels. I love when that happens!


🌸 Card 1: Soft & Dreamy Floral Design

Inspired by a lovely card I saw earlier today by StampinFancyFriday.

I started with the challenge colors and decided to step away from the obvious winter theme. Instead, I leaned into how soft and fresh these colors feel together and created a floral card. The muted tones mixed with a pop of Highland Heather gave it such a gentle, uplifting vibe.

What I love about this card:

  • How versatile the colors become outside of winter
  • The soft gradients between Lost Lagoon and Cloud Cover
  • The simple layout that really lets the colors shine
A handmade floral greeting card featuring three purple flowers with green leaves, layered on a soft blue background and bordered by a light purple frame. The card includes a white rectangular label with the text 'dear friend' on it.

Supplies Used:

  • Spotlight on Nature (163579)
  • Exposed Brick Embossing Folder (161600)
  • Misty Moonlight and White Ribbon (165276)
  • Frosted Iridescent Dots (165766)

β›„ Card 2: Snowman Winter Birthday Card

Okay… once the floral card was done, I just couldn’t resist!
I pulled out one of my favorite retired snowman sets because these colors are perfect for a frosty, wintery design.

I kept the exact same layout, but this time swapped the Christmas sentiment β€” making it a winter birthday card. The color combo brought the snowman to life in such a sweet, chilly way.

What makes this version fun:

  • Perfect use of a beloved retired stamp set
  • Great twist on a winter birthday card
  • Proof that one layout can create multiple completely unique cards
A winter birthday card featuring a cheerful snowman wearing a purple hat and scarf, holding a small bird. The card uses soft pastel colors and includes the sentiment 'hope your Birthday is snow much fun!' against a textured background with snowflakes.

✨ Same Layout, Two Moods

One of my favorite parts of cardmaking is seeing just how far a single layout can stretch! With just a few creative shifts, you can take a card from springtime softness to winter whimsyβ€”all using the same sketch and color combo.

I’d love to know:
πŸ‘‰ Which version do you like betterβ€”the floral or the snowman?
πŸ‘‰ Have you tried the #GDP525 challenge yet?

Graphic for the Global Design Project #GDP525 featuring three hearts representing the colors Highland Heather, Cloud Cover, and Lost Lagoon.

Be sure to check out the challenge and share your creations, too!

Thanks so much for stopping by and creating with me today.
Happy stamping! πŸ’œπŸ’™πŸ€


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Scrapped! Episode 30 – Gratitude Mini Album

A Beautiful Way to Celebrate What Matters Most

November always inspires me to slow down and reflect on the things I’m most grateful for. For Scrapped! Episode 30, I wanted to create something that captured those heartfelt moments in a way I could revisit year after year. Instead of a traditional scrapbook page, I designed a Gratitude Mini Albumβ€”a keepsake filled with texture, layers, and interactive elements that make memory keeping both meaningful and fun.

This mini album is built using our Flip Flaps and features gorgeous pull-outs, flaps, pockets, and hidden journaling spots. It’s the perfect way to document gratitude, seasonal reflections, or family traditions during the holidays. And because the album structure is so versatile, you can recreate it for any themeβ€”thankfulness, celebrations, travel, or even a yearly highlight book.

πŸŽ₯ Be sure to watch the episode for a closer look at how the project comes together and ideas for customizing your own album.


About the Album

For this project, I started with chipboard (the kind that comes in Paper Pumpkin kits or many of our other crafting kitsβ€”recycling win!) to create sturdy front and back covers. The inside includes multiple sizes of Flip Flaps, thoughtful fold-outs, a waterfall element, reinforced center pages, and plenty of spaces for photos, journaling, and decorative touches.

Once the structure was built, I decorated the album using the warm, earthy tones of the Gathering Together Suite (165987), which felt absolutely perfect for a gratitude theme. The stamps, dies, textures, and embellishments all came together beautifully to create a heartfelt, cozy design.

Featured Products

Gathering Together Suite (#165987)

  • Gathering Moments Stamp Set (#165970)
  • Gathering Moments Dies (#165979)
  • Gathering Together Designer Series Paper (#165969)
  • Gathering Leaves Embossing Folder (#165983)
  • Early Espresso & Old Olive Baker’s Twine Combo (#165986)
  • Cajun Craze and Gold Dots Embellishments (#165984)

I also pulled sentiments and decorative elements from:

  • Just a Note Stamp Set (#166098) + Dies (#166101)
  • Our Story Stamp Set (#167109)
  • Celebrate Together Stamp Set (#166655)

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The color paletteβ€”Basic Beige, Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Old Olive, and Champagne Foilβ€”set the warm and inviting tone that makes this mini album feel extra special.

I loved this project so much that I’m already working on a Christmas version with a fun twist on the layoutβ€”so stay tuned!


Want to Make This Album Yourself?

You can absolutely create your own version of this Gratitude Mini Albumβ€”and I’ve made it easy!

Gratitude Mini Album Tutorial

$10.00 USD

✨ FULL step-by-step tutorial, including:

  • complete measurements
  • detailed instructions
  • cutting guides
  • photos
  • tips for customizing
  • and a full supply list
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Whether you’re documenting memories for yourself or creating a heartfelt handmade gift, this album is something you’ll treasure year after year.


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Day 29 – Pinecone & Poinsettia Elegance Meets Cocoa & Company

A Floral Favorite + Cozy Cocoa = One Beautiful Winter Card

When I started today’s challenge, I’ll be honestβ€”I had no idea where I was going. The themes Pinecone & Poinsettia Elegance and Cocoa & Company felt so different, and I wasn’t sure how they were going to come together on one card. But poinsettias are one of my absolute favorite holiday flowers (yes, I buy a new one every year!), so I knew I wanted to start with the retired Poinsettia Petals Stamp Set (#153475) and Dies (#153522).

From there… the magic started to grow.

A handmade winter greeting card featuring vibrant poinsettias and holly leaves, a cup of cocoa topped with whipped cream, and a gold circular frame. The sentiment reads 'warm wishes from our home to yours' in red lettering, with colorful sequins adding sparkle.

🌺 Watercolored Poinsettias & Layered Florals

I began by cutting a bunch of pieces from the poinsettia and pinecone dies. I wanted a soft water colored look, so I stamped the poinsettia outlines in the darker shade and then water colored with the Water Painters (#168253) using the lighter shade.

Color Choices:

  • Flowers: Cherry Cobbler + Real Red
  • Flower Centers: Crushed Curry
  • Leaves: Mossy Meadow + Old Olive

I also cut additional small flowers in both Real Red and Cherry Cobbler, layered them together, and added Gold Metallic Enamel Effects for the centers. The dimensional layered look was gorgeous.


🌲 Pinecones & the Perfect Focal Element

For the pinecones, I used:

  • Pecan Pie cardstock
  • Early Espresso cardstock

I was arranging all my pieces when something caught my eye: the retired Large Gold Hoops (#166004). Suddenly, the card clicked into place. The hoop became the perfect wreath-like frame to build my poinsettia cluster around.


β˜•οΈ Bringing in the Cocoa Theme

Next challenge: how do I incorporate cocoa into a poinsettia & pinecone card?

I had two great current product options, and ultimately went with the Weekend Adventures Stamp Set (#167318) for the mug. For the whipped topping, I used the More Than Autumn Stamps (#164228) and Dies (#164075).

Details:

  • Mug stamped in Secret Sea
  • Interior washed with Cloud Cover
  • Whipped topping sparkle added with Wink of Stella

The greeting was stamped in Cherry Cobbler, fussy-cut, layered onto Real Red, and fussy-cut again for a bold double-layered sentiment.

I tied a small Real Red Baker’s Twine Bow (#164051) to the mug for a cozy finishing touch.


🎨 Soft, Vintage-Inspired Background

I didn’t want a stark white background, so I used Watercolor Paper (#149612) and did a soft wash using Cloud Cover and my Aqua Painters. Then I roughed up the edges with my scissors and bent the corners slightly for a worn, distressed look.

This gave the whole card a warm, handmade, winter-cozy feel.


✨ Assembly & Final Touches

With all the pieces ready, I began arranging and adhering everything around the gold hoopβ€”
using lots of Dimensionals and Mini Glue Dots to secure every element and build incredible depth. Bonus water coloring the paper adds automatic depth by warping the paper. I did use a bone folder to add a bit of a curl to the petals.

I finished the front with the Traditional Sparkling Sequins (#165875), using a variety of colors to add softness, shine, and movement.

Since the card base is Cherry Cobbler, I made sure to decorate the inside as well. I added a Merry Christmas sentiment, tucked in a few small poinsettias, sprinkled more sequins, and mounted the whole inside layer onto Old Olive cardstock for balance and contrast.

This is definitely not your typical flat cardβ€”it has layers, depth, movement, and dimension and doesn’t exactly fit within the confines of a standard mailable design. But it is perfect for that special someone you want to hand-deliver a card to… the kind of card that truly shows how much you care. The pictures don’t do it justice. I made a quick video to help showcase the texture and depth to this card.


❀️ Final Thoughts

I love how this card evolved from β€œI have no idea where I’m going” to one of my favorite designs of the entire month. The mix of elegant florals, rustic pinecones, and a warm mug of cocoa created such a charming, heartfelt winter masterpiece.


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A beautifully crafted Christmas card featuring a window scene that displays a peaceful nativity setting on one side, while the inside is adorned with cozy holiday elements like hanging stockings and warm colors.

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Day 28 – Cardinals in Winter with Silent Sparkle

A Peaceful CASE of GDP524 Inspired by Cordula De

Today’s themes were all about the quiet beauty of winterβ€”the hush of falling snow and the peaceful stillness it brings. When I saw the prompt, I immediately thought of the Global Design Project #GDP524, where we were challenged to CASE a gorgeous winter design by Cordula De. It was the perfect layout and technique for today’s soft, serene inspiration.

I’ve admired so many beautiful samples created for this challenge, and I wanted to keep my version simple and close to the original. The result is a calm, snowy design with just a touch of sparkle and one bright, cheerful pop of cardinal red.


❄️ Snowflakes & Soft Winter Hues

For the snowflakes since I don’t have the current set, I reached for the retired Joyful Flurry (#159804) stamp set. It was just the right styleβ€”delicate and elegantβ€”for a peaceful winter card.

Color combo:

  • Pool Party
  • Lost Lagoon

Soft, icy, and perfect for silent snowfall vibes.

To build the background, I used a sneak peek of an upcoming productβ€”
the Lovely Stripes 3D Embossing Folder (#167179).
It added gorgeous texture without overwhelming the design.


πŸŸ₯ Adding a Subtle Cardinal Touch

The cardinal element turned out to be trickier than I expectedβ€”I realized I don’t have many bird stamps! But tucked deep in my stash, I found the perfect tiny cardinal in the very old Jolly Bingo Bits set. It was just the right size for a small pop of color without taking over the card.

I colored the little bird using my Stampin’ Write Markers (hot tip: these are on the Last Chance List, so make sure you grab yours before they’re gone!). I fussy-cut the cardinal and popped it up with a Mini Dimensional.


🎨 Masking, Texturing & Sparkling

For the main technique:

  1. I cut a piece of Masking Paper (#155480) to 1″ Γ— 2-3/4″.
  2. I placed it where I wanted my sentiment to be, then stamped my snowflakes.
  3. For the two larger snowflakes, I stamped off first to soften the look.
  4. The smallest snowflake was stamped full strength for contrast.
  5. A little Wink of Stella added the perfect bit of winter sparkle.

To add texture to the focal panel, I lightly distressed the edges with the side of my scissors. It gives such a soft, handcrafted look.

And while the card didn’t need ribbon… I really loved the gentle touch it added.
I tucked a strip of the retired White Woven Ribbon (#164634) behind the focal piece and tied a tiny knotted embellishment with a Mini Glue Dot.


✨ Quick, Easy, & Peacefully Wintery

This card came together so quicklyβ€”and I absolutely love the gentle, snowy look paired with that tiny burst of cardinal red. It’s amazing how a simple design can carry so much quiet charm.

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