Handmade Cards

Stamp Layering & Color Combos To Create Beautiful Pansies

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Stamp Layering & Inking Techniques for Realistic Flowers

Pansies come in all different beautiful colors, and you will have so much fun stamping them using the Pansy Patch stamp set and the fun color combos I have for you. Stamp layering allows you to really play with colors and create so many different looks. No two will ever be the same. Grab any … Read more

A Play on Words: The History of Klompen Stampers

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Have you ever wondered why my Website/Blog is called Klompen Stampers?  Or I use “Klompen Stampers” on everything I do??? Today’s post is not my usual type of post and I don’t have any stamping ideas for you today….but I just thought it would be fun to explain the name Klompen Stampers for those of … Read more

Use Layered Circles For a Fun Look On Handmade Cards

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I have something fun to share with you today! We are going to use layered circles in all different ways to create some fun cards. The options are endless, and you can use any sized circles. Cut these layered circles with punches or dies, you just need several different sizes. The magic happens when you … Read more

Guide to Card Making Stamps

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Today we are talking all about card making stamps! I have the complete guide to help you have success in your card making no matter what kind of stamps you use. Some stamps are “clear” while others are “red rubber.” Each type has its own unique things about them that you will want to know … Read more

How To Make Beautiful & Easy Handmade Christmas Cards

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Want to make easy handmade Christmas cards this year? I have the perfect stamp set and instructions to help you to make your cards. This is the perfect design if you like to make quite a few, as there is not a lot of cutting and layering, yet, they look fantastic! Another reason I love … Read more

Fun Fold Cards Vol 5 | Time To Make This Month’s Templates!

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Are you ready for Fun Fold Cards Vol 5? I have 4 more fun fold templates that you can add to your collection. If you have been joining us each month, this will give you 20 fun fold card templates! Fun Fold Cards Vol 5 will definitely have you sending smiles in the mail! You can create these 4 card templates as a guide and use them over and over with any stamps, paper, and ink.

We design all the templates to be used with any stamps, paper, and inks you have. Plus, each month I love sharing my versions with one of my favorite stamp sets. This month I am using the Stampin’ Up! Sending Smiles stamp and coordinating dies. And since it is fall, I am using some great fall shades of colors.

picture of the 4 fun fold cards that were designed from the templates created in Fun Fold Cards Vol 5 - a monthly fun fold card template making class


And since you all love having Dave be my helper, he is here again with us! I think I have him hooked now and he has to do all of these fun fold template videos with me. And yes, I have him engineering his own unique fun fold…. you’ll have to continue watching the series to see it!

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How to Use A Hybrid Embossing Folder to Make Christmas Cards

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If you haven’t tried a hybrid embossing folder you are going to love this new concept and all the versatility. Emboss, cut, and create beautiful cards with this simple tutorial. And, it’s the first Christmas cards that I am sharing this year. We are using the Merriest Moments stamp set and the Merriest Frames Hybrid … Read more

Baby Wipe Technique Tutorial + a Fun Fold Card Idea

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Today I am sharing 2 different ways to use the Baby Wipe Technique on your cards to achieve some beautiful results rather easily. I am also super excited to have my daughter Jesi home to help me with this video. The baby wipe technique has been around for years but it’s always so fun to … Read more

5 Card Designs Using Sending Smiles Stamp Set

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Are you ready for some super fun fall-looking cards? I have several projects for you, starting with a SIP card, then stepping it up. The Sending Smiles stamp set was featured a lot with bright summer colors, but change the colors and you have gorgeous cards for the fall.

Today I have one of my Klompen Stampers team members as a guest stamper! Heidi Collins has been a part of our awesome stamping group for many years and her cards are amazing! You are absolutely going to love Heidi and the projects she has to share with you.

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Heidi has a video filled with tips using the Sending Smiles stamp set. You are going to learn so many things! After watching, you’ll want to visit her blog for more great card making ideas. She truly is one of my very favorite stampers!

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Easy to Create Simple Card Design Ideas

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I can’t wait to share these simple card design ideas that you can use over and over. All you need is a few paper strips, a basic shape, and 1 focal point. Your card will always look great with this layout and it’s a design that you can use with any stamps, paper, and ink!

Are you someone who struggles to think of simple card design ideas? My best advice is to take a basic design and use it with your stamps. Each card does not have to be unique or have a completely different layout!

I hope you love this simple card design and give it a try.

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This layout is super easy and the possibilities are endless. Need any tips for putting on the diagonal pieces? Be sure and watch the entire video where you can also see the cards up close– pictures just don’t do them justice.

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Embossing Folder Card Ideas | Will This Be YOUR New Favorite to Make?

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What I love about embossing folder card ideas is that they are a quick and easy way to make elegant or simple greeting cards. Let the embossing folder do all the work, and then just add a greeting! Keep it simple and make many cards to share with friends and family!

These embossing folder card ideas allow for such simple card making! There are so many gorgeous folders that it’s hard to pick a favorite. In today’s video, I have tips for using embossing folders as well as tips for adding the greeting to your card. Give this idea a try!

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Are you ready to see how fun these embossing folder card ideas are to make? Scroll down, watch the video for all the tips, then keep scrolling for all the measurements.

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Background Collage Stamping: Your Guide To Make a Fantastic Card 

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Have you ever tried background collage stamping? If not, today is the day to learn how easy it is. And we have lots of fantastic cards for you featuring the Nature’s Prints bundle.

It’s time again for a Klompen Stampers Featured Stamper and she is going to show you how easy it is to create background collage stamping. Juli Baca is a fantastic stamper and I love everything she makes. She is a member of my demonstrator team and I wanted to share her with you today! I know you will love Juli and her background collage stamping.

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This is the card that Juli will show you how to make. I am so excited to share her with you!

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