Hello Reader, Ready for a layout that practically builds itself? This newsletter-exclusive card sketch is all about clean layers, simple shapes, and endless possibilities. Whether you lean bold and modern or soft and subtle, this design gives you a polished focal point for any sentiment you want to spotlight. Use the measurements as a guide, then play with color, texture, and embellishments to make it uniquely yours. Stay tuned—tomorrow I’ll share a full project featuring NEW must-have...
5 days ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, The new Hope Love & Joy Bundle is stepping onto the scene January 6, 2026, and I couldn’t resist giving it an early spotlight. This little notecard shows how easy it is to create something heartfelt with just a few stamps, a touch of color, and a clean layered layout. It’s the kind of project that feels quick, calm, and satisfying, yet still delivers that “made with love” moment when it lands in someone’s mailbox. If you missed yesterday’s sketch, be sure to take another look....
11 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Today’s Stampin’ Pretty newsletter exclusive sketch is all about keeping things clean, simple, and perfectly sized. This note card layout may be small, but it’s packed with versatility. With layered rectangles and a bold sentiment banner front and center, this sketch is ideal for quick cards, thoughtful notes, and using up those favorite scraps of cardstock or Designer Series Paper. Stay tuned—tomorrow I’ll share a full project and a SNEAK PEEK of new products coming soon!...
12 days ago • 2 min read
15 Pretty & Fun Handmade Cards from the Pals Today’s handmade cards and paper crafts come straight from the creative hearts of my Stampin’ Pretty Pals Virtual Stamping Community. The Pals always find fresh ways to surprise me, and I love sharing their beautiful designs with you. Browse, be inspired, and let those creative gears start humming! click for FREE tutorials & card ideas! FREE STAMPIN' PRETTY RESOURCES! Project ideas, tutorials, sketches, color combinations, wow videos, color charts...
15 days ago • 1 min read
9 Cute Snowman Card Ideas Snow much cute inspiration ahead! These 9 DIY snowman card ideas may use retired products, but the layouts are timeless and easy to recreate with stamps and supplies you already have on hand. A cozy little dose of winter cardmaking inspiration you can use again and again. click for FREE tutorials & card ideas! FREE STAMPIN' PRETTY RESOURCES! Project ideas, tutorials, sketches, color combinations, wow videos, color charts and more! Explore ALL of my FREE resources here.
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Today’s card was inspired by a Stampin’ Up! sample created with December's Product of the Month - Designer Series Paper (see below) — and I couldn’t resist giving it a little twist. I CASE’d the Pinwheel Quilt Block layout and recreated it using a sneak peek of the Nature Walk Designer Series Paper, letting those rich patterns and colors take center stage. The result is a clean, geometric design that feels fresh, balanced, and perfect for showcasing any beautiful paper you love....
18 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Today’s Stampin’ Pretty Newsletter Exclusive Sketch is landing in your inbox as a little creative gift. This clean + classic 5" x 5" layout is all about simple shapes, symmetry, and endless possibilities — perfect for using up your favorite patterned paper, scraps, or even a single color family. What makes this sketch extra fun is how easily it transforms. Change the color placement, flip the triangles, mix patterns, or go monochromatic — the structure does the heavy lifting...
19 days ago • 1 min read
9 Lovely Handmade Card Creations from the Pals Today’s lovely handmade card creations and paper crafts were designed by the talented members of my Stampin’ Pretty Pals Virtual Stamping Community. I’m proud to showcase the artful designs of “the Pals” and hope you are as artistically inspired as I am! click for FREE tutorials & card ideas! FREE STAMPIN' PRETTY RESOURCES! Project ideas, tutorials, sketches, color combinations, wow videos, color charts and more! Explore ALL of my FREE resources...
22 days ago • 1 min read
43 DIY Card Ideas Featuring Square Elements Love a good square layout? This new roundup features 43 DIY card ideas using square elements—from clean and simple designs to layered square panels that work for any occasion. Even better, many of the layouts can be recreated with supplies you already have on hand. click for FREE tutorials & card ideas! FREE STAMPIN' PRETTY RESOURCES! Project ideas, tutorials, sketches, color combinations, wow videos, color charts and more! Explore ALL of my FREE...
24 days ago • 1 min read