Sometimes, a stamp set and a background stamp meet and you just know they were made for each other. That’s exactly how I felt when the Painted Stripes background stamp crossed paths with the Delightful Wishes bundle. Add a few blending brushes, some ink in bold happy colors, and a little creative playtime, and suddenly I had three cards that make my heart happy.
These cards all started with the same basic supplies, but each one has its own personality.
Setting the Stage: Supplies and Prep
Before diving into the card-by-card details, here’s what I used for the three cards.
Berry Burst Stampin’ Blend for coloring the Antique Pearls
Cardstock and ink in Berry Burst, Lemon Lime Twist, and Bubble Bath
Basic White cardstock
Pro tip: When working with a large background stamp like Painted Stripes, lay the stamp face up and press the cardstock down onto it. It give a more even impression.
Card 1: Berry Burst Blossom Branch
For the first card, I stamped the Painted Stripes background in Bubble Bath ink for a subtle, little less structured option.
The real star here is the branch of blossoms, die-cut from the Delightful Wishes bundle. The branch itself is in Early Espresso, and the flowers are stamped in Berry Burst and Bubble Bath, with small Lemon Lime Twist leaves for contrast.
I placed the “wishing” die-cut sentiment across the bottom, layered in Berry Burst and Bubble Bath, and added the “You a Happy Birthday” greeting. Three custom-colored pearls, colored with the Berry Burst Dark Blends marker, balance the design and draw the eye toward the sentiment.
Small detail, big impact: Using an darker color like Early Espresso for the branch grounds the design and makes the flowers pop.
Card 2: Bold in Lemon Lime
The second card is all about letting one color take the spotlight. Lemon Lime Twist is the star here, paired with crisp Basic White and just a pop of Berry Burst.
I started with the Painted Stripes background stamp again, this time keeping it monochromatic. On the right-hand side of the Basic White panel, I stamped the smaller floral outline from Delightful Wishes in Lemon Lime Twist for a subtle tone-on-tone pattern.
The “wishing” sentiment was die-cut in Bubble Bath and layered over Lemon Lime Twist, giving it a bold shadow effect. “You a Happy Birthday” was stamped in Berry Burst on a narrow die-cut label.
To finish, I added two stamped and die-cut flowers in Berry Burst and Bubble Bath, accented with those same custom-colored pearls.
Tip to steal: I used adhesive sheets on the back of my cardstock before die cutting the “wishing” sentimentd. This turns the die cut into a peel-and-stick sticker, making it so much easier to attach those delicate letters without glue mess or shifting.
Card 3: All the Colors Blended
For this card, I started by inking the Painted Stripes background stamp in Bubble Bath. I used a blending brush to add Berry Burst and Lemon Lime inks to highlight the colors on the square.
Once my striped background was ready, I layered it on Berry Burst cardstock for a bold frame, then added a smaller Basic White panel matted with Lemon Lime Twist.
The flowers were die-cut from the Delightful Wishes bundle. The bottom piece is colored cardstock and the top piece is Basic White colored with ink and Blending Brushes. I love that you can create depth just by blending in shades of the pink and berry. The leafy accents are Lemon Lime Twist — also cardstock and ink layers – bright and cheerful against the pinks.
I finished with the large “wishing” die cut, layered for extra dimension, and the sentiment “You All the Best” stamped in Berry Burst. A few antique pearls, colored with my Berry Burst Stampin’ Blend, tied everything together.
Tip to steal: Coloring pearls with your Stampin’ Blends gives you custom embellishments in any color you need.
Why Painted Stripes and Delightful Wishes Play So Well Together
The Painted Stripes background stamp gives you an instant base for your design. You can make it bold, soft, or multicolored, and it’s always going to add visual interest without overwhelming your focal point. The Delightful Wishes bundle brings in the detail — layered die cuts, mix-and-match florals, and sentiments that work for birthdays, celebrations, and just-because cards.
Together, they’re a match made in crafting heaven. You can easily batch-make a set of cards using this pairing, just by switching up colors and flower arrangements.
Try It Yourself
If you’ve been looking for a way to stretch your background stamps beyond a single look, grab a blending brush and play with layered inking. Pair it with a versatile bundle like Delightful Wishes, and you can create a whole range of cards in one sitting.
Now it’s your turn. Which of these three cards is your favorite? Would you go bold and bright, soft and pretty, or stick with a monochrome look?
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If you’re looking to add a dash of fun to your holiday crafting, the Reindeer Fun Bundle by Stampin’ Up! is your new best friend! Whether you’re making cards, tags, or more, this bundle will have you prancing through your projects.
Now, the bundle is amazing but the Reindeer Days Suite Collections adds a charming paper that centers around—you guessed it—reindeer! Also in the suite are adhesive peppermints, twine and my new fave, the Plaid 3D Embossing Folder. With a mix of playful and classic designs, you can create everything from whimsical holiday cards to sophisticated winter scenes.
View the card tutorial:
Why I Love the Reindeer Days Suite:
Versatile Dies: The coordinating dies make it super easy to cut out those reindeer, along with other pieces like the build a reindeer, wreath and scene stealing greenery frame. No fussy cutting required! (Though if you love fussy cutting, I support you!)
Adorable Reindeer Stamps: The star of the show is the reindeer stamp set, which features various poses of reindeer that are ready to be the focus of your cards and projects! You can stamp the reindeers and bring them to life by coloring them with Stampin’ Blends. Or, use two-step stamping to add accessories.
Cozy, Festive Paper: Don’t forget the patterned paper! The Reindeer Days Suite includes cozy winter patterns in rich colors like soft browns, deep greens, and pops of festive red. Perfect for layering on your cards or cutting out accents.
I love, love, love the way the die cuts layer to build the reindeer. Can you see the whites of the eyes? What a fun feature! And I finished the card with a peppermint nose.
Do you know a coffee lover who thinks every day should start with a little caffeine boost? Or, like me, are you a coffee addict that simply can’t function without that first cup of joe. If so, you’ll want to cozy up with the Latte Love stamp and die bundle!
This adorable collection of stamps is perfect for capturing your love of coffee, whether you’re a die-hard espresso enthusiast, a latte sipper, or someone who enjoys a simple cup of brewed coffee. Imagine making cards that smell like freshly brewed coffee (okay, not really, but the mood is there) with steaming mugs, cute sentiments, and fun coffee-themed images that celebrate our favorite daily ritual.
All of the products in the A Little Latte Suite are adorable and available exclusively online and are not in any catalog.
Measurements:
Early Espresso: 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” for the card base and 1-1/8” x 3-1/8”
Pecan Pie: 4-1/8” x 5-3/8”
Lemon Lolly: 3” x 3”
Basic White: 3-7/8” x 5-1/8” and 1” x 3”
DSP: Lemon Lolly coffee cup
Instructions:
1. Score and fold the Early Espresso card base in half. Adhere the Pecan Pie card stock layer to the card front. With Early Espresso ink, stamp the top view coffee cup image in each corner of the Basic White card stock as well as in the center. Fill in each coffee cup with the feather latte art image in the same color of ink. Adhere to the card front once dry.
2. Cut out a circle from the Lemon Lolly card stock square using the second largest Stylish Shapes die. Add the circle to the card front with adhesive.
3. Stamp the greeting onto the smaller piece of Basic White card stock with Early Espresso ink and trim each edge at an angle. Layer onto the smaller piece of Early Espresso card stock and trim the card stock edges to align with the Basic White. Glue the two pieces together and add to the card with Dimensionals.
4. Cut the Lemon Lolly coffee cup from the DSP and add to the card with additional Dimensionals.
5. To finish the card, add three Adhesive-Backed Swirl Dots as shown./
This little guy is so, so cute! And this Hearts & Hugs hamster card is easy to make. Simple stamp the image from the Hearts & Hugs Bundle and cut out with the coordinating die. Color with Peach Pie and Gray Granite Stampin’ Blends and create your card. What a great way to send love and hugs!
And this bundle has other great furry friend choices for a variety of occasions and styles. Stamp and die bundles are always 10% off but until June 30th, this bundle is an additional 10% off.
Measurements:
Basic White: 8 1/2” x 5 1/2”, 5” x 3-3/4”, ½” x 3” for the greeting and scrap for the hamster
Basic Black: 5-1/8” x 3-7/8” and 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ for the circle
DSP: 3″ x 3″ for the circle and scrap for the hearts
To Make the Card:
Stamp the hamster onto Basic White card stock with Tuxedo Black Memento ink. Color with the Gray Granite and Peach Pie Blends as shown.
With the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, cut out the hamster with the corresponding die from the Hearts & Hugs. Cut the hearts out from the DSP.
Using the Stylish Shapes dies, cut a circle from Basic Black card stock using the largest die. Cut a circle from the DSP, using the second from largest die.
Stamp the greeting onto the strip of Basic White cardstock and use Paper Snips Scissors to cut a fishtail at each end.
With the Dotted Circles 3D Embossing Folder, emboss the Basic White layer.
Fold the card base in half and assemble the card using Dimensionals to add the hamster.
To finish the card, add two Peach Pie embellishments.
This soft color is perfect with Spotlight on Nature Bundle. Pretty in Pink was previously retired but returned this year as one of the 2024-2026 In Colors.
Because the Spotlight on Nature stamps and dies work so well together, you can experiment with different techniques and styles. Today, I stamped with Memento ink and colored the image with Pretty in Pink and Shy Shamrock Blends. You could also try watercoloring your stamped images for a soft, artistic look, or use embossing powders to add some shimmer and shine. Mix and match the stamps and dies to create unique, one-of-a-kind designs that reflect your personal style.
Measurements:
Pretty in Pink 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ folded for the card base
Basic White 4″ x 4″ and 2″ x 2″
Smoky Slate 5–1/4″ x 4″ for the layer
DSP 4-1/4″ x 4-1/4″
To make the card:
Fold the Pretty in Pink card in half to make the card base.
Emboss the Smoky Slate card stock layer with the So Swirly embossing folder and adhere to the card front.
Use the largest circle die to cut the DSP and add to the card front.
With Memento ink, stamp the flowers onto the larger Basic White square and color the flowers with Blends. Cut out with the circle die and attach to the card with Dimensionals.
Stamp the greeting onto the smaller Basic White square, cut out with the circle die and attach to the card with additional Dimensionals.
To finish the card, all three Resin Dots as shown.
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Green has been my favorite color since forever. I love all the greens – forest, mint, chartreuse and more. So you know Shy Shamrock fits right in to my green obsession.
If you’re new to stamping and die-cutting, don’t worry – this bundle is super user-friendly. The stamps are easy to align, and the dies cut cleanly. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crafter, you’ll find this bundle to be the perfect addition to your crafting toolkit.
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This Spotlight on Nature bundle is like having a little piece of the outdoors right at your crafting table. Create a quick and easy card using just the leaves and featuring Shy Shamrock.
Measurements:
Shy Shamrock 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ folded for the card base and 1″ x 4″ for the greeting layer
Basic White 5-1/4″ x 4″ and 7/8″ x 4″ for the greeting
DSP 1″ x 4″ for the greeting layers – two strips with different patterns
To make the card:
Fold the Shy Shamrock card in half to make the card base.
Stamp the leaves onto the Basic White layer with Shy Shamrock ink. Adhere the layer to the card front.
Stamp the greeting onto the strip of Basic White card stock with the Shy Shamrock ink.
Layer the strips of Shy Shamrock, two DSPs and stamped greeting and cut at an angle on the left side.
Offset the strips and adhere together. Add to the card with additional adhesive.
To finish the card, all three Resin Dots as shown.
June Sale Alert – Save an additional 10% on die bundles and machines
Starting June 5, you’ll save an additonal 10% on all stamp and dies bundles as well as the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. These machines make the perfect crafting partner for stamp and die bundles.
Everyone loves a good deal, so take advantage of the June sale and add some new bundles to your collection.
Get an additional 10% discount on stamp and die bundles only (that’s a total of 20% discount on stamp and die bundles!). This excludes suite collections, stamp and punch bundles, bundles not yet released to customers, and any other bundles.
Save 10% on the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (white and Boho Blue).
The 10% discount applies automatically to stamp and die bundles in all orders including Starter Kit orders.
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