handmade greeting cards – Klompen Stampers

5 Card Designs Using Sending Smiles Stamp Set

September 21, 2022September 20, 2022 by Jackie

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!

Waves Of Inspiration: The Awesome Bundle That Inspired 3 Simple Greeting Cards

March 1, 2022March 1, 2022 by Jackie

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Want to make 3 simple greeting cards? I’ve got Waves of Inspiration–Stampin’ Up!’s new bundle that makes card making a breeze!

Sometimes it is all about simple…other times you want to do make a card that has a little more. In today’s ‘Wave of Inspiration,’ I’ll show you how to take your cards from simple to stepped up!

Plus, we’re using the Stamparatus –learn how to use this awesome stamp positioner to add multiple colors to your stamped image!

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All you “beachy” people? You are going to love the WAVES OF INSPIRATION and all the goodies in the ‘Waves of the Ocean’ Collection.

Here’s A Quick Way To Make A Super Fun Double Z-Fold Card

November 17, 2021 by Jackie

How do you make a double z-fold card you ask? It’s easy when you follow this video tutorial! You’ll love this creative fun fold card!

This card may look like it has a lot of parts and pieces, but it truly is simple to make. You can most certainly use fewer layers too if you prefer!

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Seasonal Sale Happening Now

Before we get into today’s project, I just want to remind you (in case you do not get my email newsletter, that today through Thursday, Nov 18th, you can SAVE 10% on card stock, 15% on Stampin’ Pads, and 20% on dies!

SHOP THE SALE

Back to Our Double Z-Fold Card

The video contains lots of tips on how to make a double z-fold card, especially on how to put the final card together. I think you will love this fold and hopefully give it a try with the stamps and products you have.

You may also really like this bundle that I am using; it’s called ‘Season’s Blessings’ and is a hidden gem in the annual catalog.

What’s The Best Thing About Stampin’ Up! Gorgeous Leaves? Handmade Greeting Cards!

November 10, 2021 by Jackie

Want to make a beautiful fall card? Grab the Stampin’ Up! Gorgeous Leaves stamp, a few inks, and I’ll show you how to make this card. This card is all about easy and all occasions.

You can add any greeting to it, use any colors, and even use different stamps. It’s just an easy layout that can be super versatile.

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Fall is coming to a close here in Michigan, so I just had to use these gorgeous leaves one more time as I say goodbye.

I finally got my hubby to take a little trip up to Northern Michigan to see some truly gorgeous leaves. Oh my, it was so beautiful! I think this might be a yearly road trip.

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Homemade Christmas Card Idea That Is Easy To Make | Easy Fun Fold Card

October 29, 2021 by Jackie

This do-it-yourself homemade Christmas card idea is easy to make & packs a WOW. It’s a fun fold card too. These stamps are so beautiful and you can put together these scene cards very easily with the dies.

This stamp set is not only perfect for Christmas Cards, but it’s also great for masculine cards. You could easily make these into birthday, thank you, or ???

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I am sure you will like this quick and easy fun fold layout. Don’t forget, you can change your stamps, inks and papers and use this idea with anything.

Make a Thank You Card for Customers or Friends

July 8, 2021July 7, 2021 by Jackie

The Stampin’ Up! Plentiful Plants is perfect to make a thank you card. Whether you need a thank you card for customers or friends this design will work great!

And, if you are anything like me, these are the one kind of plants I can “grow” and keep alive! I have had so much fun with this bundle or products can I can’t wait to show you how to make these thank you cards.

Make a thank you card with Stampin' Up! Plentiful Plants

Stamped Greeting Cards You Can Make from Simple to Wow

April 22, 2023May 26, 2021 by Jackie

Let’s make stamped greeting cards you can make from simple to wow! These are homemade cards that will be adored and are perfect for any occasion.

In my video I will make 2 different cards–one that is a SIP card (only uses stamps, ink & paper) plus another that “steps” it up by using the dies.

These are stamped greeting cards you can make by hand with Hydrangea Haven.

2 Simple Ideas for Cards to Make That Are Trendy and Beautiful

August 12, 2022April 23, 2021 by Jackie

Today I have 2 simple ideas for cards that you can make quickly using the SIP method of card making. STAMPS, INK and PAPER-that’s all you need! These cards are trendy and beautiful.

We are using the To a Wild Rose stamp set that is very versatile and the ideas are endless. After my featured projects & video for today, I share several other simple ideas for cards from a blog post a couple years ago. Make sure to check that post out for lots of ideas with this stamp set & coordinating dies.

These are simple ideas for cards using the Stampin' Up! To a Wild Rose stamp set.

This Stamp Set is Retiring May 3, 2021

I was super sad to see this stamp set on the retiring list. It is only available through May 3, so if you love it and want it, make sure to order soon.

A Delightful Fun Fold Card That’s Actually Simple to Make

April 30, 2021March 26, 2021 by Jackie

Ready to see a delightful fun fold card that’s actually simple to make? I’ve got a butterfly creative fold you won’t want to miss. This is the perfect easy fun fold card that you can make with any stamps, papers & inks.

Make sure to watch the whole video because at the end I share several other cards made just like this with different stamps and papers to give you more ideas.

Make this delightful fun fold card with Butterfly Brilliance

Please note–this video was filmed prior to today and since then, the Butterfly Bijou has SOLD OUT. This fun fold card design however, will work with any stamps and any papers–just use your favorites!

Stamping Cards With a Simple Layout Idea You’ll Love

April 21, 2023March 17, 2021 by Jackie

We’re stamping cards with a simple layout idea you’ll love. These fun slim line cards are simple and you can use whatever stamps you have. I am using the Gorgeous Posies stamp set and the Happy Thoughts stamp set, but the whole idea is to show you how you can use any stamps, ink and paper.

For those who follow me–this is another SIP card–stamps, ink & paper!

Stamping cards can be quick, simple and beautiful.

Snazzy Cards for Men that are Well Suited and Will be Loved!

March 5, 2021 by Jackie

Ready to make some snazzy cards for men that are well suited and will be loved? I’ve got stylish creative handmade cards to share.

Whether you need a card for Dad, or you want to make a handmade card for a boyfriend…this card is Well Suited for all the guys. These dies are so fun to play with and you can use them to create many different “outfits” for the men!

You'll love making these snazzy cards for men; they are stylish for sure!

Easy Card Making to Show Life is Beautiful in All 4 Seasons

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020 by Jackie

I’m excited to share easy card making to show life is beautiful in all 4 seasons!! These are 4 handmade cards you can stamp in minutes and use year round!

We’re also using the Stamparatus today and I’ll show you how to get multi-color images with markers. Quick easy card making for sure!

The ‘Life is Beautiful’ stamp set by Stampin’ Up! works for all seasons–winter, spring, summer and fall. I simply created one layout, then just changed the colors for the various seasons! Now you see why they are such easy cards.