Crafting with Purpose: Dutch Door Fold Card Inspired by Craft Roulette

Hello, crafting friends!

Today, I’m excited to walk you through the steps of creating a delightful Dutch door fold card that I recently submitted for the Craft Roulette challenge! Inspired by the improv card-making show on YouTube, Craft Roulette, this project allowed me to showcase my creativity while entering for a chance to win fantastic prizes from beloved sponsors. I made sure to get my card submitted just in time—thanks to the amazing Flashcards from Pajama Crafters Stamps, which made the whole process a breeze!

What is a Dutch Door Fold?

Before we dive into the step-by-step process, let’s talk about the unique Dutch door fold design. This fun fold technique typically allows the top half of the card to open like a door, while the bottom half remains closed by adhering down. I cut away the top “door” and left the bottom door to move freely. I then added the layered square with colored image as focal point. It creates a charming layered effect and adds an interesting twist to your card-making repertoire.

Steps to Create My Dutch Door Fold Card:

Gather Your Materials:

Flashcards – Autumn/Thanksgiving from Pajama Crafters Stamps.
Coordinating paper from your stash.
Enamel dots for embellishing.
Scissors and adhesive.

Cut Your Card Base:

Start with a standard A2 card size (4.25” x 5.5”).
On the top fold, measure about 2 inches down from the top and make a cut from the fold to the 2-inch mark. This will create the “door” effect. Then cut away just the top door.
Prepare Your Flashcard Panel:

Choose a panel from the Autumn/Thanksgiving Flashcards set and cut it into a square that fits the bottom half of your card beautifully. Mu square measures 2.25 inches. Mat if you wish.

Separate the Sentiment:

Cut out the sentiment that you wish to feature. I created a fishtail cut at the end for added style to give it some flair.

Assemble Your Card:

Adhere the flashcard panel to the bottom half of your card base. You can center it or off-set it.
Attach your sentiment strip to the bottom left of the flashcard panel, ensuring it aligns with the Dutch door fold.

Add Embellishments:

Finish your card by adding some enamel dots for a touch of whimsy.

Using Pajama Crafters Stamps’ Flashcards truly streamlined my process, allowing me to focus on creativity rather than get bogged down by excessive cutting or designing. Their variety of themes makes it perfect for any occasion and can really elevate your card-making game!

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Also, I’d love for you to join in the conversation! Please consider liking, commenting, or sharing what you’re creating. Don’t forget to follow me @stampedbykelly to see what I’ll be crafting for World Fussy Cutting Day on Saturday, October 26th, where I’ll be showcasing a new release from Pajama Crafters Stamps you won’t want to miss!

Here is the panel I will be fussy-cutting in honor of WORLD FUSSY CUTTING DAY and final project will be posted on Saturday during Pajama Crafter Stamps’ Instagram Hop.

Happy crafting, everyone!

Warmly,
Kelly

Mix-n-Match Monday featuring Scrappy Boy Stamps

I’m absolutely thrilled to share my latest card projects featuring the October release from Scrappy Boy Stamps! Each project highlights just how versatile these products can be when paired with older release dies and new goodies.

Unique Creations: Stretching My Crafting Stash

Creating unique projects is my passion, and I love pairing unlikely sets together to come up with alternative ways to use my supplies. This approach not only stimulates my creativity but helps others stretch their stash too! Here’s a closer look at some of the projects I’ve crafted in preparation for this month’s release!

SCRAPPY BOY Supplies Used:

CHRISTMAS CAROL Stamps & Outline Dies
Scrappy Boy Stamps card-making die A2 NESTED STITCHED RECTANGLES
Background 6×6 Patterned Paper Pack

SCRAPPY BOY Supplies Used:

CUTE KIDS – I LOVE SPORTS stamps & coordinating outline dies
YARN BALL MINI ALBUM CARD DIE
STITCHED RECTANGLES A2 NESTING DIES
6×6 COORDINATING PAPER PACK

SCRAPPY BOY Supplies Used:

MOUSE PIZZA DIE SET
MAGIC MIRROR MINI ALBUM CARD DIE
6X6 Paper Pack – miscellaneous from prior release

SCRAPPY BOY Supplies Used:

BUTT-CRACKER SUITE stamps and coordinating outline dies
A2 DOME MINI ALBUM & CARD DIE
WREATH ADD-ON ENVELOPE POP-UP DIE
Sentiment from NICE LIST Stamps.
INK ON 3 -NO LINE WATERCOLORING INK

This month, I’ve utilized a no line coloring technique on the Butt Cracker Suite images, transforming them into adorable figures lounging in inner tubes! Who knew a ballerina tutu could double as a swimming tube? And one of the images was a perfect fit to create a Santa in a peppermint-colored inner tube, making it ideal for a holiday ornament—especially fun for those crafty friends celebrating the holidays in warmer climates! 😂🌴

Together, let’s get creative and explore new crafting possibilities with our supplies! Follow along for more inspiration! Follow me @stampedbykelly on Social Media. Ask me questions and let’s inspire each other together!

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Create with Polar Pals: Crafty Tag Inspiration!

Hello, crafty friends! 🌟

I’m excited to share a fun project featuring one of the newly released stamps from Pajama Crafter Stamps called Polar Pals! This adorable stamp set is perfect for the cozy holiday season, and I’ve paired it with some dies from my stash to create a layered tag that adds a special touch to any gift. 🎁✨

This layered tag isn’t just a pretty addition to gifts; you can also think outside the box! Here are a few more creative ways to use tags:

Elements on a Scrapbook Page: Incorporate your tags as decorative elements on your scrapbook pages. They make great titles or embellishments!
Christmas Tree Ornaments: Use your tags as ornaments for your Christmas tree, adding a personal and handmade touch to your holiday decor.
Banners & Garlands: Create a beautiful banner with tags strung together to celebrate special occasions or to decorate your craft space.
Bulletin Board Décor: Jazz up your bulletin boards with themed tags that can be changed out seasonally to keep things fresh.

There’s so much to do with tags, and I hope this project inspires you to get crafty!

And if you’re interested, there’s a fantastic hop going on right now, where you can participate for a chance to earn a prize! The magic all starts at Pajama Crafter Stamps’ Instagram page.

Be sure to check out the latest releases at Pajama Crafter Stamps; I promise you won’t be disappointed.

Featuring Woodland Christmas Eve Stamps from PCS

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Also, to see my completed projects using these colored up images from the previous WORK IN PROGRESS post, please follow me on Social Media @StampedbyKelly

Thank you so much, and I hope you all have a wonderful weekend filled with joy and creativity! 💖

Happy Crafting!

Crafting a Spooktacular Halloween Card: Unleash the Magic! 🎉✨

Hello, fellow crafters! As we embrace the autumn season, I couldn’t resist diving into the fun world of Halloween crafting! Today, I want to share a whimsical card idea that combines some fabulous products I adore: the Mason Jar Mini Album Die, Ghost Mouse Die Set, the Farm Truck Envelope Add-On Die Set and Marquee Die Set from Scrappy Boy Stamps. Get ready to brew up some enchanting creations! 🌙👻✨

🪄 Here’s How I Crafted This Card:

Jar Full of Magic:
I started by using the Mason Jar Die to create a spooky container that perfectly fits my theme. This jar will be the home for the cutest little pet ghosts, making it not just a card but a magical keepsake! 🐾💀
Adorable Ghost Friends:
Next up, I pulled out the Ghost Mouse Die Set to cut out some charming little ghosts. Their playful expressions are simply irresistible and add a delightful touch to the card! 😻👻
Perfectly Styled Tags:
Now, let’s talk about the Marquee Die Set! I used it to create smaller font letters to add to my tag that accentuate my jar beautifully. You can personalize them with your pet ghost’s name or just label it as “Pet Ghost!” These little details make the card feel even more special. Tie it on with some Bakers Twine! 💖🗒️
Embellishments Galore:
To finish off my card, I added fun embellishments like fall leaves and pumpkins from the Farm Truck Envelope Add On Set. I created a shaker, so this set was perfect to make custom fillers to shake around. The goal is to make this card truly one-of-a-kind, full of the season’s magic! 🎃✨

Share the Love!
As a member of the Scrappy Boy Stamps’ Design Team, I truly enjoy exploring my creativity and sharing it with all of you. Let’s toast to a spooktacular crafting session together, where every pet ghost shines as bright as the autumn moon! I can’t wait to see your ghostly creations—share them with me @stampedbykelly and tag #scrappyboy with your projects! 🌟

👻🖌️ What’s your favorite spooky craft combo? I’m eager to hear your ideas. Happy crafting and happy haunting! 🎉 #CraftyHalloween #PetGhosts #MasonJarMagic #ScrappyBoyStamps #StampedByKelly

Join me in this festive crafting adventure, and let the spirit of Halloween inspire your creativity! 🎨✨

Celebrate World Card Making Day with an Instagram Hop!

🎉 Happy World Card Making Day, crafters! 🎉

Today, we’re uniting to honor creativity and the beauty of handmade cards! In celebration, I’m excited to invite you to join an Instagram hop over at Pajama Crafter Stamps for a chance to win a $25 gift card to their amazing store! 🛍️💖

My Creative Adventure

For my card, I experimented with no-line watercoloring using the enchanting Christmas Village Stamp Set. I paired it with a mirror card spatula die cut from the Baked With Love Die Set, adding a touch of flair and fun! The base of the A2 is a FLASH CARD panel I stamped on directly and colored up using my Copic markers. 🍪🏡✨ The result is a whimsical piece that perfectly captures the holiday spirit.

Join the Hop!

Here’s how to participate and get inspired:

Follow along on the Instagram hop at @pajamacrafterstamps.
Leave a comment and a like on each stop for your chance to win that fabulous $25 gift card!
The winner will be announced soon, so make sure you don’t miss out!

Let’s celebrate our love for card making together! I can’t wait to see all the wonderful creations. Head over to Instagram now and let’s get hopping! 🐇💌

Happy crafting!

#WorldCardMakingDay #InstagramHop #PajamaCrafterStamps #HandmadeWithLove #WCMD #handmadekindness #stampedbykelly

Celebrating Love: Anniversary & Valentine’s Day Card Inspiration

💕✨ Hello Crafty Friends!

Featuring Retiring Pajama Crafter Stamps Set

As we dive into the holiday spirit, I’m not only excited about the upcoming festivities, but I’m also preparing to celebrate my 35th wedding anniversary! 🎉 In the spirit of love and creativity, I recently dusted off an adorable stamp set from Pajama Crafters that caught my eye. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to share love and encouragement through our crafting.

A Special Celebration Card

For my anniversary card, I colored a cute image that represents my hubby and me, pairing it with the stunning heart locket die set. ❤️✨ To add an extra touch of warmth, I created an ink-blended background featuring embossed hearts. It truly captures the essence of our love story.

Perfect for Valentine’s Day!

Even if you’re not celebrating an anniversary, this set is perfect for crafting heartfelt cards for Valentine’s Day or any occasion to spread joy! I particularly love these cute, smaller images as they fit perfectly in those postage stamp layouts.

Retiring Stamp Sets — Don’t Miss Out!

The best part? This lovely set is retiring soon! You can grab the stamp and die bundle for just $5.99, or snag the Heart Key Crown Die for only $1. 🎉 These deals won’t last long, so make sure to get your hands on them while they are still available!

Join in the Celebration!

Let’s embrace this beautiful season of love together! How are your holiday card plans coming along? I’d love for you to share your creations in the comments below. Let’s inspire one another and create something magical!

👉 Shop the Sets Here: Retiring Stamp Set & Die Bundle (https://pajamacrafterstamps.com/STAMPEDBYKELLYBLOG)

Happy crafting! 🖌️❤️

#PajamaCrafterStamp #HolidayCards #ValentinesDay #StampedbyKelly #anniversary #retirementsale

Unleashing Creativity: Merging Stamped Images for Whimsical Creations

Hey, fellow crafters! 🌟

Today, let’s dive into the magical world of stamping and explore how we can transform our stamped images into whimsical scenes that tell entirely new stories. The beauty of crafting lies in its endless possibilities, and merging different stamp sets allows us to stretch our imaginations beyond the original designs!

Why Mix and Mash?

Often, we get caught up in using our stamps exactly as intended. But what if we dare to break that mold? By mixing and mashing our favorite stamped images, we can create unique narratives that are both fun and unexpected! Think about taking a flower from one set and placing it alongside a character from another—suddenly, you’ve got a new scene full of life and creativity! 🌈✨

Embrace the Joy of Creation

One of the best parts of crafting is enjoying the process itself. Don’t worry about strict rules or expected outcomes. Allow your instincts to guide you! Even if things don’t turn out as planned, each creation is a step on your artistic journey.

Right now, I have a fun project on my desk that’s in the works. I can’t wait to see how it evolves! Let’s inspire one another with fresh ideas and push our boundaries together.

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So, grab your favorite stamps, cut them out, and start mixing! Let’s stamp our way to creativity and make this journey colorful and fun. Don’t forget to share your creations with me @stampedbykelly I’m always looking for new inspiration!

Happy stamping! 🖌️✨

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Crafting with Nostalgia: A Dude Card Inspired by a Classic TV Show 🎨

Craft Roulette Submission featuring Scrappy Boy Stamps

This week’s Craft Roulette challenge has me reminiscing about a timeless TV series that bridges generations. My son enjoys streaming the show now, just as much as I did when it was first run, and I couldn’t help but let that nostalgia inspire my latest card project! If you’re not familiar with Craft Roulette, be sure to check it out for endless inspiration!

Parameters:

Project Type: Dude Card
Colors: Sunflower Field 🌻
Element: Bird or Birds 🐦
Random Element: Soot
Personal Touch: Products from Scrappy Boy Stamps

With these parameters in mind, I decided to create a fun card that can definitely appeal to the guys in our lives. Here’s how I tackled it:

Dude Card Theme: To keep the card gender-neutral yet engaging, I drew inspiration from the iconic Etch-A-Sketch, a classic toy that ties the card back to the nostalgic theme of the TV show. Boys love toys, right? It’s the perfect motif! Season 3, The Pen. Coincidentally, one if the very few episodes only featuring 2 of the characters.
Soot Element: I incorporated the random element of soot by using Ranger Ink in the color Black Soot. This added a dramatic flair to my design, using a mini-ink blender and focused on edges and highlighting details.
Birds in the Sky: To fulfill the bird element, I etched playful birds in the sky. I created a panel featuring a stunning skyline that reflects the urban setting associated with the show. I impressed the New York Skyline die into the panel and then ink blended the Black Soot into the lines, allowing them to really pop. I connected the lines impressed into the paper, just like they had to connect when using the actual toy.🎉
Sunflower Field Colors: To capture the sunflower field theme, I used vibrant yellow and golden shades throughout the card to create a sunny backdrop featuring some patterned paper from The New Yorkers’ Collection. I also googled the color pallet and included in my images.
Scrappy Boy Stamps: I made sure to incorporate products from Scrappy Boy Stamps to personalize the card further. The details I added really brought the design to life and aligned perfectly with the memories that inspired it.

In summary, my completed card features a sky filled with etched birds, a dynamic skyline backdrop in a minimalist design, to emulate the results an Etch-A-Sketch would give. I used Gilded Embossing Powder to embossed my sentiment on the Etch-a-Sketch. The toy is the focal point, on top of splashes of sunflower yellows in the variety of patterned paper in the New Yorkers’ Collection.

The Etch-a-Sketch was made using elements from a variety of dies available at Scrappy Boy Stamps, but you may already have these simple shapes in your collection, including older Scrappy Boy releases.

Game Controller Card Die – knobs & arrows
Etched A2 Rectangle Card Dies
New York Skyline

If you’re also looking for creative card designs, don’t forget to check out Craft Roulette on YouTube!

Follow me on @stampedbykelly

Happy crafting, and may your projects overflow with inspiration! 🖌️✨

Crafting for your Health – Card Projects to Spark Your Creativity

Hello, fellow crafters! 🌼✨ Today, I want to share 3 card projects with you, all of which brought me so much joy and a sense of calm while creating. Crafting is such a wonderful way to relieve stress and express your creativity, and I hope my projects can encourage you to create your own.

Project 1: The New Yorkers Stamp Set 🌇

For my first project, I played with the New Yorkers stamp set along with the coordinating outline dies and some lovely pattern paper that adds character to my design.

My next project is a celebration of New York. Adding details with white gel pen and variety of Sharpies Acrylic Paint Brush Pens to give them depth and texture. It was a real joy to capture the essence of New York City, and I love how the colors came together.

My goal was to showcase the iconic skyline and capture the city’s spirit while reminding myself how versatile these products can be.

Project 2: Sneak Peek – Different Techniques with the Same Set 👀 Of you love The Mouse, consider following me @stampedbykelly on Social Media.

I’m excited to share a little sneak peek of my second project, which also features the New York Die Set. This time, I took a different approach with my techniques, and I was surprised at how refreshing felt to experiment while using the same set. It’s amazing how changing colors and methods can lead to such different outcomes! I look forward to sharing the full project in the coming week and I hope it encourages you to look at your supplies in a new light.

Project 3: Cute Kids Military Set 🎖️

Lastly, I want to introduce you to the adorable Cute Kids Military stamp set from Scrappy Boy. Honoring those who protect our freedoms, this sweet set showcases charming designs in the Cute Kids’ style representing different branches of the military. It truly warms my heart! ❤️

I enjoyed using the coordinating pattern papers that reflect patriotism and complement the playful illustrations. The sentiments in this set are heartfelt, and I hope they inspire others to create cards that celebrate our heroes in a meaningful way.

Conclusion 🎉

Crafting is not just about creating—it’s about the journey and the joy it brings to our lives. I hope my projects inspire you to use what you have, explore new techniques, and look at products differently than they were originally intended. Remember, it’s completely okay to be yourself in your craft, and there’s no right or wrong way to create. Happy crafting, friends! ✂️🌟

🍂 September Release Alert! 🍂

Hello, crafty friends!

I’m excited to invite you to join us for the Harvest & Hope Inspiration Hop hosted by Pajama Crafter Stamps starting at Pajama Crafter Stamps’ Instagram Page. We’re celebrating their wonderful new September release filled with cozy fall vibes, heartfelt creativity, and a sprinkle of hope for the future. 🎉

September New Release from Pajama Crafter Stamps

This month, Pajama Crafter Stamps is thrilled to unveil:

5 New Stamp Sets
2 New Stencils
Plus, a few surprises along the way! 🎁

My Featured Project: A2 Card featuring “You Are”

For my project, I used the new stamp set called “You Are.” You can check it out here: https://pajamacrafterstamps.com/STAMPEDBYKELLYBLOG

In my design, I incorporated some pink small polkadot patterned paper that I ran through an embossing folder. To bring out the intricate details of the embossing, I dragged a white pigment ink pad over the raised areas. This technique beautifully highlights the texture and makes the design pop!

Next, I layered the circle stamped image using ink blending with distressed ink in pale pink, giving it a soft, dreamy look. To add some dimension, I used dimensional foam tape to pop it up, creating an eye-catching focal point on my card. This is just one of the new sets released.

“You Are Stamps” from Pajama Crafter Stamps

🌟✨ Unleash the Power of Positivity with the “You Are” Stamp Set! ✨🌟

Dive into a world of encouraging sentiments that uplift and inspire!

It’s Fine, I’m Fine Everything’s Fine!
YOU Got This!
YOU ARE Amazing! Remember That
And so much more…

Whether you’re celebrating a friend’s achievement, sending love, or just spreading kindness, this stamp set has the perfect words for every occasion. Let your creativity shine as you craft heartfelt messages that make a difference!

Join me, @StampedbyKelly, for more inspiration and joyful crafting tips! Please know all are welcome in this creative community. Let’s spread some love together! ❤️