Happy SUMMER! Make a SPLASH card!

 

Same sketch, new card!

Need a card idea quickly?  Use a SKETCH (a.k.a. card template)!  I wanted to celebrate the first day of summer, but was short on time to design.  So why not copy the last card template as inspiration?

This time I used the Splash & Relax Bundle paired with the Everyday Essentials Designer Series Paper.  A little bit of stamping, some die-cutting, and extra sparkles and this card sure makes a splash!

While the inner tube is stamped with Bubble Bath and Fresh Freesia ink, the other fun elements are die-cut from the versatile Everyday Essentials DSP...a great way to use scraps if I must say!  And when you need some color inspiration, start with some Designer Series Paper and use those colors as your guide.

And SCROLL DOWN to see the list of supplies!

#SimplySheStamps #CardSketches #DesignerSeriesPaperRocks #SplashandRelaxBundle #HandmadeCards

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Product List

Splash & Relax Bundle [167903]	Everyday Essentials Mix & Match 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [167702]	Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad [161678]
Bubble Bath Classic Stampin' Pad [161664]	Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad [155611]	Lost Lagoon 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133679]
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]	Secret Sea 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [165624]	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [120953]
Sunset Sparkle Sequins [167785]	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

Suite Sketch for Velvet Meadow!

 

Sometimes the simplest sketches create the prettiest cards!

For this card, I used Velvet Meadow Designer Series Paper for the background and as the 3” x 4” layer to anchor my sentiment and floral images. This one is such an easy layout to recreate with any favorite paper in your stash!  Pro TIP: pair a busy pattern with one that is subtle so they don’t compete! 

Featured Products:
Phrases & Frames Stamp Set
Velvet Meadow Designer Series Paper
NEW In Color: Peaceful Pine

And can we talk about this paper for a minute? The Velvet Meadow DSP has gorgeous velvet accents already built into the design. It adds beautiful TEXTURE and dimension without any extra work!  The question is...can you feel it through the screen? 

I love how the soft florals pop against the Peaceful Pine banner and how this simple sketch lets the paper do most of the work.  I fussy-cut those flowers from the DSP!  And another TIP: Use those images that are cut off on the edges of your paper!  Just strategically place the straight edge on your project!

Save this sketch for your next crafting session and let me know…are you a fan of textured paper?  You know I LOVE DSP and when it has something SPECIAL added, it totally ROCKS!  

And SCROLL DOWN to see the list of supplies!

#SimplySheStamps #SuitesAndSketches #DesignerSeriesPaperRocks #VelvetMeadow #HandmadeCards

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Product List

Phrases & Frames Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [167581]	Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin Pad [167679]	Velvet Meadow 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [167904]
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]	Peaceful Pine 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [167691]	2026–2028 In Color™ Butterflies [167656]
Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	Stampin' Seal [152813]

Barely Blush is just right for Mom!

 

In Color Celebration complete!

2026-2028 In Color Barely Blush is a beautiful, bright ballet pink perfect for Mother's Day, baby cards or when you need a soft, true pink. I love it as a subtle backdrop for the bold black flower pots fussy cut from the new Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper! I love how this DSP is Black & White, just waiting for you to add your favorite colors! I used Stampin' Blends this time. I CASE'd this card from the new May-August 2026 Catalog (page 54)...just swapped out the stitched DSP for the Barely Blush Cardstock stamped tone-on-tone with the Flowers Fair stamp set...and it doesn't overpower the texture from the Fern & Flora Embossing Folder.

And there you have the 5th day of my In Color Celebration...all FIVE new 2026-2028 In Colors featured in a card of their own! Don't forget that the newest In Colors drop May 5, and you can even get all 5 newly designed ink pads for FREE! You can choose to receive the ink pads in addition to $125 of products of your choice for just $99 starting May 5 through 31.

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Product List

2026–2028 In Color™ Classic Stampin' Pads [167675]	Flowers Fair Photopolymer Stamp Set [167217]	A Family Celebration Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [167790]
Artisan Sketched Garden 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [167752]	Fern & Flora 3 D Embossing Folder [167744]	Barely Blush 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [167689]
Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780]	Peaceful Pine Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [167668]
Barely Blush Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [167667]	Crisp Cantaloupe Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [167669]	Gray Granite Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [149537]
Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack [144601]	Stampin' Positioner [167768]

One Sheet Wonder from page 42!

The One Sheet Wonder has been around for years!  This is another take on it with some added techniques!  Fussy cutting, coloring with markers & Stampin' Blends, adding ink with Blending Brushes and more!  Scroll down to see ALL of the samples I made during my Tuesday Lunch & Learn Live and the supplies I used!

More information about the Gathering Together Suite Escape Tutorial at the end of the post!

WATCH Tuesday's Lunch & Learn HERE!

Here are my six cards using the Gathering Together 

Suite of products!  And a closer look at each one!

 

CLICK HERE for a copy of the Cutting Guide & Templates for page 42 OSW!

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Do you like the GATHERING TOGETHER SUITE showcased in this post?

You can get 12 more card ideas with my Suite Escape Tutorial this month!  You'll get a PDF with a list of supplies, measurements, step-by-step instructions, and color photos of each card!  Purchase the Gathering Together Suite from my online store, and I'll email you the PDF for FREE!  If you just want the tutorial, you can purchase it for $15 (message me!).

Be sure to sign up for my EMAIL NEWSLETTER to stay up to date on events and specials!  SUBSCRIBE on the right side of this page!

You can follow me on my Facebook Page to be notified when I post Live videos.  If you do not already have a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, I would LOVE to be yours. Would you like to enjoy the demonstrator discount? Be part of The INK Crowd! Click here for details.

All the supplies used to create these projects can be ordered through my online store here. You earn Stampin' Rewards....which means FREE product for you... starting with a $20 order!

Julia Mazur @ SimplySheStamps

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When you place an order with me, you get a special PDF 
with instructions & photos for FOUR cards! 

Product List

Gathering Together Suite Collection (English) [165987]	Gathering Together 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [165969]	Gathering Moments Bundle (English) [165980]
Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [164511]	Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131199]	Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119684]
Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100702]	Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad [147087]	Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad [147085]
Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad [147090]	Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [147114]	Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]
Old Olive Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack [144597]	Darling Duckling Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [165288]	Regals Stampin' Write Markers [161699]