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Continue reading →: Christmas in July with Spellbinders
Christmas in July is here, and if you’re like me, you probably start collecting ideas or even get started making your cards. In this post, you’ll find four festive projects that are cozy, cute, and totally craft-worthy! You’ll learn how to make a gingerbread man, a cocoa-filled penguin mug, and…
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Continue reading →: 5 Patterned Paper Card Ideas You MUST Try Today
If you love patterned paper as much as I do, and enjoy making the most of your paper scraps—you’re going to have so much fun with this set of patterned paper, or any other set from your stash! In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make five handmade cards using…
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Continue reading →: Spellbinders “Cheerful Chirps” Collection
In this blog post, I’m showing you how to make a couple of adorable cockatoo card—complete with layered wings, tropical foliage, and a 3D background. I’ll share my favourite ink blending tricks, and assembly tips for tiny die-cut pieces. And in the second card, I’ll even show how to flip…
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Continue reading →: 15 Basic Paper Crafting Tools Everyone Actually Needs (Affordable Too!!)
Have you ever sat down to start a paper crafting project, only to realize you’re missing a tool or using something that just doesn’t work the way you want? Or maybe you’ve wasted money buying fancy tools that end up sitting in a drawer because they don’t actually make your…
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Continue reading →: How to Make Elegant Floral Gift Card Holders for Any Occasion
Need a cute way to give a gift card that doesn’t scream ‘I forgot to shop’? We’ve got you covered! In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make two stunning floral gift card holders using super simple techniques – seriously, they look like they came from a fancy boutique, but…
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Continue reading →: How to Make a Kokeshi Doll Side Stepper Card – Step-by-Step Tutorial
Looking to create a dimensional card that combines elegant design with a pop-up twist? This Kokeshi Doll Side Stepper Card is not only adorable but also folds flat to fit into an A2 envelope! In this post, I’ll walk you through all the steps—from cutting the base to assembling intricate…
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Continue reading →: 11 Creative DIY Laminator Projects You NEED to Try in 2025!
A laminator is a versatile tool that can elevate your crafting projects beyond typical office tasks, offering a range of possibilities from custom embellishments to clever organization hacks. This blog post will guide you through 11 exciting laminator hacks, transforming your craft room and helping you create stunning handmade cards…
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Continue reading →: How to Make Easy Fun Fold Cards | Creative DIY Ideas Using Patterned Papers
Got a card kit full of pattern paper and not sure what to do with it? In this video, I’m showing you how to turn those supplies into stunning but easy fun fold cards and you don’t need any fancy tools! These folds look impressive but are super easy to make,…
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Continue reading →: 13 Ways to Improve Your Cards | Ultimate Vellum Guide
Looking for fresh ways to use vellum in your cardmaking? Whether you love soft overlays or intricate textures, these vellum techniques will take your handmade cards to the next level. You can watch the detailed YouTube tutorial here. I’ve included a list of supplies for each technique, but a complete…
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Continue reading →: 13 Genius DIY Card Making Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
If you’re ready to level up your card-making game, you’re in for a treat! I’m sharing 13 clever card-making hacks that will help you get more mileage out of your tools and supplies—and have more fun in the process. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just love learning new techniques,…
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I’m Toni
Welcome to my blog and thank you for visiting! I enjoy creating card projects and sharing how-to videos and tutorials about various crafting techniques, space organization, hacks, showcasing craft brands, and card projects. I firmly believe that everyone has a creative side that they want to use to feel good about themselves. I find crafting, especially card making, to be extremely beneficial in managing my depression and mental health. You can find tips and inspiration for your own crafty projects here and visit again for more.
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