Looking For A Little Christmas

Is it ever too early to get excited for Christmas? Not when this mischievous little fox is already on holiday watch! Just look at him peeking around the Christmas garland like he’s checking to see who’s been naughty, nice, or hiding the cookies. He’s from the new Christmas Peeks stamp set by Pajama Crafter Stamps, and a peek-a-boo card was absolutely the perfect way to show off this curious little cutie.

I also have a YouTube video up on my channel showing exactly how this festive little card came together. Pop on over, grab a cozy drink, and come see all the Christmas cardmaking magic in action!

I used Copic markers to color him in the following colors:

• E13, E09, E18 - cinnamon sticks
• R27, R39 - berries
• YG61, G82 -    lighter green foliage
• YG91, BG93, BG98 - pine
• YR30, YR23, YR24, YR27 - fox head and body
• E0000, YR0000, E40 - fox muzzle, belly and inner ear
• T0, T2, T3, T7 - foot and additional shading for the muzzle, belly and inner ear

The sentiment on this card is included in the stamp set.  I added it to a little piece burlap to enhance the woodland feel of this card.

This was such a fun card to make.  Make sure you check out the video to see how I cut out the card front.

Thank you for stopping by and I hope you have been inspired to create this little gal!

Sandy

Festivi-Cheese Pantry Box Christmas Card

Hello, festive pun-lovers! Here’s my merry little take on the Crafty Pantry Box Die Set by Trinity Stamps. Just look at those cheese and crackers, all dressed up like they’re headed to the North Pole potluck. With silly puns, a delightfully cheesy background, and enough holiday spirit to make a fruitcake blush, this might just be the most unexpected Christmas card on the snack table. It’s perfect for the punny person in your life—or anyone who believes Christmas could use a little more cheddar.

Follow along on my YouTube channel, as I build this festive pantry box—no elves required, but snacks are strongly encouraged.  https://youtu.be/ItnM1RqN7Oo

Supplies: 

Crafty Pantry Box Die Set

Pantry Box Basics Stamp Set

Cheesy Background Stencil

Festivi-Cheese Stamp Set

Festivi-Cheese Coordinating Die Set

Extra Cheese Stamp Set

Extra Cheese Coordinating Die Set

Tiny Christmas Tree Die Set

Simply Sentimental: Merry

Simply Sentimental: Christmas

Merry & Bright Sentiment Die Set

If you purchase through the links above, I may earn a small commission from Trinity Stamps at no additional cost to you. Thank you—your support helps me continue creating content for this blog.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Sandy

Halloween Candy Bowl

Look at all the goodies spilling out of this pumpkin candy bowl! This card is packed with bright color, spooky fun, and just the right amount of Halloween mischief. The bold sentiment is ready to wish everyone a day filled with delicious treats, creepy-cute surprises, and maybe only a few tricks along the way. I created this card with one of my favorite die sets, the Crafty Pantry Box Die Set by Trinity Stamps, and I love how it turned into a festive little bowl of Halloween goodness.

I stamped the Pantry Box Greeting on a piece of white cardstock, then cut it out with the coordinating die set.  I wanted it to blend with the purple cardstock background, so I colored it in with a matching marker.  I think doing this really made the lettering pop.  What do you think?

I used the bowl from the Tiny Whisk and Wish Die Set.  To decorate the bowl, I used a face cut out from the Pumpkin Head Coordinating Die Set.  All of the yummy candy is from the Pumpkin Candy Bucket Die Set.  To make the application of the bowl and candies easier, I like to apply a piece of Trinity Rip and Stick 6" x 9" Adhesive Sheet to the cardstock before I die cut it, so all I have to do is peel off the protective tape and apply it where I want it.  

The small words were stamped using the Simply Sentimental: Halloween Stamp Set, to step it up a bit.  I used this stamp set for the inside sentiment also.

I also, used bats cut from black cardstock using the bats from Spooky Silhouettes Coordinating Die Set.

I think this is just the cutest Halloween card, but then again, I am partial to any card made with the Crafty Pantry Box Die Set.  If you want some other pantry box ideas, check out some of my earlier posts.  

Thanks so much for stopping by the blog today! I hope this spooky-sweet project inspires you to create a fun Crafty Pantry box of your own—filled with treats, tricks, and plenty of Halloween charm.

Sandy

If you purchase through the links above, I may earn a small commission from Trinity Stamps at no additional cost to you. Thank you—your support helps me continue creating content for this blog.

Happy Halloween From the Boo Crew!

The Boo Crew has floated in to wish you a frightfully fun Happy Halloween! If this ghostly gang makes you shake, rattle, and roll, then this shaker card is definitely calling your name.

For the spooky background, I blended Twisted Citron, Peacock Feathers, Wilted Violet, and Villain Potion Distress Oxide inks to create a bright, eerie Halloween glow.

These little haunters were a scream to color! I used the following Copic markers:

• C0, C1, C3, C5, C7 – gray
• Y00, Y08 – yellow
• Y17, YR16, YR18 – orange
• V15, V17 – violet
• B0000, B00, B04 – blue

I placed these friendly ghosts on a shaker pouch, which makes the whole card quick, easy, and extra fun—just give it a shake and let the spooky magic swirl! The sentiment is included with the set, so I stamped it on cardstock and trimmed it down to fit.

Thanks so much for stopping by—I hope your day is full of treats, sparkle, and maybe even a friendly little ghost or two!

Sandy

Happy BOO-thday!

 

I’m not totally sure if ghosts have birthdays… but I am very sure they have Boo-days! This adorable trio showed up ready to celebrate with cupcakes, flowers, presents, and plenty of spooky-sweet party vibes. I created this card using the Happy Boo-day Stamp Set.

These little friends are partying on a cake-inspired background filled with sprinkles and sparkle—because every Boo-day bash needs a little extra magic! I arranged the sentiment lettering to look like a banner, which makes the whole card feel even more festive.

These party-ready pals were so much fun to color. I used the following Copic markers:

• RV10, RV02 – pink
• B0000, B000 – blue
• V01, V12, V04 – lavender
• Y00, Y02, Y08 – yellow
• E31, E33, E55 – Brown

I don’t know about you, but I’m definitely hoping my invitation to this Boo-day party doesn’t get lost in the haunted mail!

Thanks so much for stopping by—I hope your day is full of treats, sparkle, and maybe even a friendly little ghost or two!

Sandy

Supplies:

Happy Booday Stamp Set - Gerda Steiner Designs
Sweet Stack Layers - Trinity Stamps
Funfetti Alphabetti - Trinity Stamps
Simply Sentimental Stamp Set: Happy
Simply Sentimental Stamp Set: Birthday

Here To Boo-gie

 

Panic at the Disco? Nope… these ghouls came to party! I created this card with the new Faboolous Birthday Stamp Set, and it is bringing all the spooky sparkle—from the disco ball to the girls shaking their boo-things.

For the background, I blended Wilted Violet and Mermaid Lagoon Distress Oxide Ink through a stencil, then gave it an extra dose of shine with silver hot foil. Because if ghouls are going to the disco, they deserve a little sparkle!

The sentiment is made from a mix of different letter dies, and I added shadows behind the letters so they really jump off the card.

Coloring this card was quick, easy, and totally fun. Here are the Copic markers I used:

• ·       B00, B04
• ·       B63, FV2
• ·       RV10

I don’t know about you, but I would absolutely dance the night away with this boo crew!

Thanks so much for stopping by the blog—now go shake your groove thing!

Sandy

Supplies:

Faboolous Birthday Stamp Set
Catchin' Some Rays Stencil - Trinity Stamps
Funfetti Alphabetti - Trinity Stamps
Henry's ABC's - Lawn Fawn

Fabulous Feathered Friends 3-D Box Card

Grab your sunnies and your fanciest feathered fascinators—these three fabulous ladies are ready to ride the waves, soak up the sunshine, and bring all the tropical fun! This interactive box card is packed with playful layers, beachy movement, and bright island charm. I created it with the Fabulous Feathered Friends Stamp Set and Coordinating Dies, by Kat Scrappiness, and I can’t wait to show you how this sassy little scene came together!

Swim on over to my YouTube channel to see how this card comes together - https://youtu.be/9wx_6hqp1gI

Spooky Night Flight!

 

Boo to you, crafty friends! Today I’m sharing a frightfully fun little card featuring the Witchy Boo Crew by Kat Scrappiness. This card is packed with Halloween charm—from the beautifully inked night sky to the spooky trees setting the perfect scene. And just look at these adorable Halloween cuties! They’re all dressed up and ready for tricks, treats, and a whole lot of witchy-cute fun.

For the spooky sky background, I ink blended Wilted Violet, Prize Ribbon, Peacock Feathers and Twisted Citron Distress Ink. 

I used the new All Fenced In Craft Die with a piece of white wood grained cardstock.  To give it the gray color, I used Hickory Smoke Distress Oxide for the main color and then went back in with Black Soot Distress Oxide Ink to dust up the texture on the paper.  

Aren't you just loving those scary trees in the background?  I used the Trio Of Trees Craft Die to cut them out of black cardstock.

I stamped and die cut my friends using the new Witchy Boo Crew Stamp Set and Coordinating Dies.  To color them in, I used Copic markers in the following colors:

• E000, E00, E11 - skin
• Y38, YR16, YR09 - orange
• Y00, Y04, Y08 - yellow
• YG00, YG01, YG05  - green
• V04, V15, V17 - purple
• W1, W3, W5, W7 - black

To finish up this card, I added a few little confetti bits to sparkle up the sky.

I didn't put a sentiment on the front of this card because it was busy enough and I actually left the inside blank for a unique and heartfelt message.

Thank you for stopping by today!  Happy crafting!

Sandy

Have A Meowy Christmas

Oh meow, it looks like these two festive felines are ready to steal the Christmas spotlight! With their sweet little berry headbands and carols at the ready, this adorable pair is bringing plenty of whisker-filled holiday cheer.

They are part of the new Meowy Christmas stamp set by Pajama Crafter Stamps, and this design is purr-fect for a shaker pouch card. I paired it with a bit of Christmas patterned paper in the background, then added sprinkles inside for extra merry movement. With all that sparkle and shake, these kitties may be too busy playing to finish their song!

I colored these little friends with the following Copic markers:

• YR0000, E41, E50, E31 - cream
• Y26, YR24, YR27 - tan
• R01, R11, R20 - inner ears
• T1, T3, T5 - noses

Thanks so much for stopping by the blog today! I hope this cheerful little card inspires you to shake things up and create a meowy magical Christmas shaker card of your own.

Sandy

A Happy Quokka Halloween

A quokka in a witch’s hat? Well, that can only mean one thing… Halloween crafting has officially crept in! This little cutie is perched beside his Halloween treats without a single shiver, even with a spooky tree, jack-o’-lantern, and tombstone nearby. No fright here—he’s just ready to cast a sweet little spell and wish everyone a Happy Halloween!

This card features the new Festive Quokka Craft Die set by Kat Scrappiness, and I paired it with a few other new craft dies to create a scene that is cute, colorful, and just the right amount of spooky fun.

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope this cheerful little quokka has inspired you to brew up a Halloween card of your own.

Cozy Christmas Wishes

 

If cozy Christmas vibes came with wings, this little cutie would be first in line! Just look at that sweet angel all dressed up for the season in her adorable pinecone hat. With her soft mauve-tinted feathers nestled among berries, pine, and holly, she brings the perfect mix of woodland charm and holiday cheer.

She is part of the new Cozy Chirps stamp set by Pajama Crafter Stamps, and I colored her to play beautifully against the light mint plaid background. Add in a little paper lace, and this card turns into a sweet, festive hug in paper form.

I colored her with Copic markers in the following colors:

• E50, E31, E55, E57 - brown on bird
• R81, RV11, R85 - mauve on bird
• R37, R46, R39 - berries
• E31, E34, E35, E37, E59 - pinecone
• YG93, YG95, YG97, YG99 - greenery

Thanks so much for fluttering by my blog today! I hope this Cozy Chickadee inspires you to make something merry, cozy, and completely your own.

Sandy

This Stings

 It is the 20th of the month so it is time for an Oh So Inspired Card.

This month's inspiration card is a card by Tina S. or @cardsandcoffeetime on Instagram.  I liked the background layer she had on her card and the large sentiment.

I don't have many large die cuts, so I decided to use a large shaped die with a stamped and colored image.

The products I used on my card are:

• Paper: Bee Happy by Paper Rose
• Notebook Borders Die Set by Unity Stamp Co
• This Sings Stamp Set by Unity Stamp Co.

I really enjoy participating on the team - it definitely makes you look through your stash.

Thanks for stopping by and I hope to see how you were "Oh So Inspired".

Sandy

Shake Your Tail Feathers!

 Hello, crafty friends! These fabulous flamingos are hitting the beach and shaking their tail feathers in style. I’m using the new Fabulous Feathered Friends Stamp Set and coordinating dies, by Kat Scrappiness to create a bright and cheerful birthday shaker card that’s perfect for a friend who loves sunshine, sand, and living their best beach life. Follow along and let’s make this flamingo-fabulous card together!

YouTube Process Video: https://youtu.be/giebXzRNTdw

I colored my little friends with Copic markers in the following colors:

• RV52, RV55, RV17 - fuschia
• YR16, YR09 - otange
• RV21, RV13, RV04 = pink
• YG21, YG25, YG17 - green
• Y00, Y08 - yellow
• BG32, BG34 - turquoise
• T2, T4, T6, T9 - gray

Kat Scrapiness Products:

• Fabulous Feathered Friends Stamp Set
• Fabulous Feathered Friends Coordinating Dies
• Stitched Scalloped Collage Frame Craft Die
• Flirty Flamingo Sequin Mix

The inside of this card has a birthday sentiment in and I think it would be just perfect for not only a young lady, but a tried and true friend.

Thank you for stopping by and I hope you get a chance to shake your tail feathers.

Sandy

Something Sweet Just Fro-Yo Gift Card Holder

Oh my goodness, how sweet is this little card? It would be such a fun surprise to receive—especially with a gift card tucked inside like a tiny happy bonus! I created this one with the Fro Yo Friends Die Set from Trinity Stamps, and it has all the charm of a frosty yogurt treat on a sunny day. That adorable little face is cute enough on its own, but add in the gift card holder and it becomes an extra-special treat!

Follow along in my video to see how this cheerful little treat of a card comes together!  https://youtu.be/f19wwphqBBs

The products I used for this card are:

• Fro-Yo Friends Die Set - The Carrie Rhoades Collection
• Sentiments Fro-Yo Die Set - The Carrie Rhoades Collection
• Greetings Fro-You Card Stamp Set - Carrie Rhoades Collection
• Dainty Scallops Rectangles (A2) Die Set

Everything about this card is as cute as it can be - even the adorable sentiment on the inside.

If you purchase through the links above, I may earn a small commission from Trinity Stamps at no additional cost to you. Thank you—your support helps me continue creating content for this blog.

Thank you so much for stopping by today and I hope you have enjoyed this card!

Sandy

Crater Than Ever

Hello, crafty friends! Buckle up—we’re blasting off into outer space with Pajama Crafter Stamps’ new stamp set, Such An Asteroid! This adventurous duo is orbiting a gorgeous moon, while a rocket ship zooms through the background on its way to explore a brand-new galaxy.

This shaker card is packed with cosmic sparkle, featuring a gorgeous ink-blended outer space sky. One brave astronaut has landed on a crater-covered planet and is ready for an out-of-this-world adventure!

Keep reading for the full supply list so you can recreate this stellar, out-of-this-world card!

Pajama Crafter Stamps:

•  Such An Asteroid Stamp Set
•  Fairy Dust Rhinestone Mix

Copic Markers:

• T0, T1, T3, T5
• R14, R17, R29
• E000, E00, E11
• B21
• B0000, B00, B01
• Y00, Y08, Y19, YR09
• E31, E23, E57

Trinity Stamps:

• Crater Layers Stencil Set
• Moon Layers Stencil Set
• Silver Sparkle Spots

Distress Oxide Inks:

• Squeezed Lemonade
• Mustard Seed 
• Fossilized Amber
• Lost Shadow
• Hickory Smoke
• Black Soot
• Salty Ocean
• Blueprint Sketch

I really love how this card turned out—sweet, silly, and totally space-tacular! I hope these little astronauts inspire you to launch into your own crafty adventure with this cute pair.

Thanks so much for floating by the blog today. I hope your day is filled with creativity, color, and a little stardust!

If you purchase through the links above, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you—your support helps me continue creating content for this blog.

Sandy

You're Out Of This World

Hello, crafty friends! Suit up and get ready for a little outer space cuteness, because these brave little astronauts are floating in with all the charm. This adorable new stamp set from Pajama Crafter Stamps is called Such An Asteroid, and that pun has me grinning from one galaxy to the next.

For this card, I went round—like a tiny moon, planet, or crafty little space portal! I used one of my favorite techniques, ink blending, to create a fun galaxy-style background. To keep the theme orbiting along, I tucked the sentiments onto a little planet too.

This cute little pair was colored with Copic Markers using just a handful of colors, which made them quick, easy, and extra fun to bring to life.

I really love how this card turned out—sweet, silly, and totally space-tacular! I hope these little astronauts inspire you to launch into your own crafty adventure with this cute pair.

Thanks so much for floating by the blog today. I hope your day is filled with creativity, color, and a little stardust!

Sandy

Trinity Stamp Products:

• Circle Shaped Card Die Set
• Clean Cut Layers -  Circle Set A Die Set
• Crater Layers Stencil

Rainbow Sprinkles and Unicorn Sparkles

It’s a unicorn slumber party, and Meadow is ready for all the cozy fun! With her unicorn stuffie, rainbow pillows, and plenty of sweet-dream vibes, she is all set for the cutest sleepover ever. I created this card using the Unicorn Slumber Party Stamp Set, which is part of the September 2026 Crafty Crew Kit from Crafty Stamp Co. This magical kit is available to preorder for a limited time, so pop on over to the shop and check out all the fun, whimsical goodness tucked inside!

I used Copic markers in the following colors to create this cozy little scene:

• B0000, B000, B00 - blue
• RV000, RV00, RV10 - pink
• BG10, BG11, BG23 - turquoise
• Y000, Y00, Y02 - yellow
• BV0000, BV00, BV02 - violet
• E000, E00, E11 - skin
• E30, E31, E55, E57 - hair

This will be just the cutest birthday card for a sweet little girl the next time I need on.

Thanks for stopping by!

Sandy

I'll Bring The Snacks

 

I’ll bring the snacks, you bring the sparkle! Just look at sweet little Meadow in her unicorn onesie—she is all dressed up and ready for the coziest slumber party, complete with her favorite magical unicorn treats. This card was created by combining two adorable stamp sets, Unicorn Slumber Party and Unicorn Snacks. Both sets are part of the September 2026 Crafty Crew Kit from Crafty Stamp Co., and the kit is available to preorder for a limited time. Pop on over to the shop to peek at all the cuteness included in this darling kit!

I colored this little friends with Copic markers in the following colors: 

• B0000, B000, B00 - blue
• RV000, RV00, RV10 - pink
• BG10, BG11, BG23 - turquoise
• Y000, Y00, Y02 - yellow
• BV0000, BV00, BV02 - violet
• E000, E00, E11 - skin
• E30, E31, E55, E57 - hair

I just love how this card turned out and am looking forward to sending it off a little girl just as cute at Meadow.

Thanks for stopping by!

Sandy

Life Is Better With Fabulous Friends

Hello, my crafty friends! Get ready for a little sunshine, sass, and flamingo fabulousness. Take a peek at this unbelievably fun card featuring the new Fabulous Feather Friends Stamp Set and Co-ordinating Dies by Kat Scrappiness. This lovely trio of flamingos are living their very best beach life, and I’ll walk you through every colorful step—from stamping and coloring all the way to the perfect finishing sentiment.

YouTube Process Video:  https://youtu.be/B1GYwrVmPro

I colored these lovely ladies with Copic markers in the following colors:

• Y00, Y08 - yellow
• YG21, YG23, YG17 - green
• YR16, YR09 - orange
• RV21, RV13, RV04 - pink
• BG32, BG34 - turquoise
• T1, T3, T4, T6 - gray

Kat Scrapiness Products:

• Fabulous Feathered Friends Stamp Set
• Fabulous Feathered Friends Coordinating Dies
• Fall Frame Craft Die
• Tangerine Dream Solid Confetti Sequins
• Bubble-licious Pear Mix
• Positively Plaid 6x6 XL Paper Pack - aqua

I didn't put a sentiment inside this card so that it could be customized for any occasion.

Make sure you pop over to my YouTube Channel to see how I created this card and for other card making tips.  

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have an amazing day!

Sandy

You're One In A Milky Way

Whoa—did a flying donut just zoom across the galaxy, or are my crafty eyes playing tricks on me? I may need to search the Milky Way for clues! This bright, colorful card was created with the new I Come In Piece Stamp Set by Pajama Crafter Stamps, and it is packed with out-of-this-world cuteness.

I had an absolute blast creating this card! It gave me the perfect excuse to play with two of my favorite crafty things: ink blending and coloring. The background features seven different ink colors blended together for a dreamy space vibe, and the sweet little alien, stars, and planets were colored with Copic Markers.

And can we talk about that sentiment? It totally steals the show! Bold, beautiful, and impossible to miss, it gives the card just the right amount of cosmic sparkle.

Every little detail on this card makes me smile—from the playful space theme to the cheerful colors. It is pure crafty joy from one galaxy to the next!

I hope this little galactic adventure inspires you to grab your supplies and create a space-tacular card of your own!

Thanks so much for blasting by my blog today!

Sandy

It's Time For Snacks

Aww, just look at these silly little snacks with their tiny unicorn horns! It looks like everything is ready for the sweetest party ever. We’ve got popcorn, cupcakes, donuts, ice cream sodas, and whipped-cream-topped hot chocolate—yum! Their little faces are absolutely adorable, and who wouldn’t want to celebrate with these cuties? I hand-colored all of these little friends and placed them on a beautiful patterned paper for an extra magical touch.

The stamp set, Unicorn Party Snack, and patterned paper are from the September Crafty Crew Kit, which is only available for a limited time.

The Copic markers that I used are:

• B0000, B000, B00 - blue
• RV000, RV00, RV10 - pink
• BG10, BG11, BG23 - turquoise
• Y000, Y00, Y02 - yellow
• BV0000, BV00, BV02 - violet

There is another stamp set in the kit called Unicorn Slumber Party.  Jump on over to the Crafty Stamp Co. Shop to check it out.

Sandy

Let's Flamingle!

 This traveling toucan has his bags packed, his tropical shirt buttoned, and his fancy drink in hand—he is absolutely ready to flamingle! How could anyone resist this cheeky little fellow and his vacation-ready charm?

This fabulous traveler is from the new Kat Scrappiness stamp set called Fabulous Feathered Friends. I colored him with Copic markers and popped him onto a hand-stamped background for a little extra dimension. The scene is framed with the Jungle Craft Die and finished with a few cheerful blooms from the new Tropical Hibiscus FlowersCraft Die.

The Copic marker colors used for this card are:

• N2, N4, N6 - gray
• YG00, YG01, YG25 - green
• RV13, RV04, RV09 - pink
• YR12, YR07, YR16 - orange
• V04, V15, V17 - purple
• Y00, Y02, Y19 - yellow
• B00, B02, BG05 - turquoise

This card is bright, tropical, and packed with personality.

Thanks so much for stopping by today—I hope you have a few fun adventures planned for what’s left of summer!

Sandy

Be Your Own Kind Of Fabulous!

These feathered friends have clearly packed their best beach hats and biggest personalities for a day in the sun! Are they planning their next fabulous get-together, or laughing over memories from their latest feather-filled adventure?

This cheerful crew is from the new Kat Scrappiness stamp set, Fabulous Feathered Friends. I colored them with Copic markers, popped them onto an inked beachy background, and framed the whole scene with the new Jungle Frame Craft Die. A few bright hibiscus flowers from the new Tropical Hibiscus Flowers Craft Die add the perfect tropical touch.

Copic Colors Used:

• RV13, RV04, RV09 - pink
• YR12, YR07, YR16 - orange
• V04, V15, V17 - purple
• Y00, Y02, Y19 - yellow
• B00, B02, BG05 - turquoise

This card is bursting with color, sunshine, and plenty of personality.

Thanks so much for stopping by today—I hope your day is every bit as fabulous as these feathered friends!

Sandy

Peeking Through The Porthole

I think we are definitely in the dog days of summer, but I am always ready to "dive into fun".  I created this card with some new goodies from Trinty Stamps and of course, my favorites, the adventurous gnomes.

This was a really easy shaker card to make because I used the new Porthole Circle Card Add On Die Set to create my well for the little shaker elements.  I did this by using the die to cut out six portholes and then stacked them on top of each other.  I glued the six stacked porthole pieces on top of a circle card that I cut out using the Circle Shaped Card Die Set.

I used one of the center cut outs to ink blend a background with Salty Ocean and Prize Ribbon Distress Oxide Ink.  

To decorate the inside of my porthole, I used the dies that are included with the Porthole Circle Card Add On Die Set for the sand, seaweed and coral.

I thought that I would suspend my gnome up above the background in the shaker card so that the shaker elements would more freely, but it really didn't make a difference at all. So, the next time I make a card similar to this one, I will just glue him to the background. 

My little gnome is from the Gnomies Under The Sea Stamp Set.  I used the coordinating dies to cut him out.  

I colored him with Copic markers in the following colors:

• C1, C3, C5 - beard
• E000, E00, E11 - skin
• RV21, RV04, RV06 - pink
• Y02, Y08 - yellow

I cut the actual porthole from a silver and dark gray shimmery cardstock and glued those pieces to a round piece of acetate.  I used the Clean Cut Layers-Circle Set A to cut the acetate piece along with the sentiment piece for the inside of the card.  Before I sealed up my card, I sprinkled in some Snow Day Confetti.  That mix is just perfect for the inside of this card.  

For the inside sentiment, I used one of the sentiments from the Summer Gnome Fun Stamp Set.  It was just perfect!

I have a process video up on my YouTube channel if you would like to follow along.

I love this new porthole die set and I have a whole bunch of other ideas on how it could be used. Stay tuned!

If you purchase through the links above, I may earn a small commission from Trinity Stamps at no additional cost to you. Thank you—your support helps me continue creating content for this blog.

Thank you for stopping by today and I hope you get the opportunity to dive in to some fun this summer.

Sandy