Sometimes the simplest layouts become the ones you reach for over and over again. This week's card sketch is perfect for using those skinny strips of Designer Series Paper that are too pretty to throw away but too small for most projects.

By varying the widths of the strips and tearing them to different lengths, you can create a unique background in just a few minutes. Add a sentiment across the front and your card is finished! Keep reading to see three completely different cards made from the same sketch.
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Be sure to scroll down for the free downloadable project sheet with all of the measurements.

Have you ever made a card that actually moves? This week for Stamp with Me Tuesday, we’re making spinner cards! And while the basic spinner mechanism is pretty simple, there are lots of different ways you can use it.

For the first two cards, I created a traditional circular track using nesting dies. But I didn’t stop there! I also experimented with zigzag and straight tracks to make the focal images move across the card instead of simply around a circle.
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I have four spinner card ideas to share, from cute Halloween ghosts to a masculine milestone birthday card. Once you see how the basic mechanism works, I think you’ll start looking at your dies a little differently!

Sometimes a change of plans turns into a fun cardmaking experiment!

I originally designed this month’s Online Card Class using the Stampin’ Up!® All Aflutter Bundle with the light and pretty Velvet Meadow patterned paper. But when it came time to order supplies for the class, the paper was out of stock.

So... time for Plan B!

I pulled out the Moonlit Flora patterned paper and recreated all three cards with its rich, dark backgrounds. The layouts stayed essentially the same, but the finished handmade cards have a completely different feel.

Below, I’m sharing both versions of all three cards, so you can see just how much changing your patterned paper and color palette can transform a card design. And, of course, one of the projects is a fun fold card!

If you're looking for a fun fold that's a little different but still easy to make, you're going to love this week's project!

Today I'm sharing my brand-new Diamond Bridge Fun Fold, a unique card design that creates beautiful dimension with a floating front panel. The center folds form a diamond shape behind the focal panel, while the front panel is attached only in the center, allowing it to pop forward and appear to float in front of the card.

It's a fun surprise for the recipient, folds flat for mailing, and is a wonderful way to show off your favorite Stampin' Up!® Designer Series Papers.

Since the front panel floats in front of the card instead of opening like a traditional greeting card, you'll simply write your personal message on the back.
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Be sure to scroll down to grab your free downloadable project sheet with all of the measurements and step-by-step instructions.

Have you ever wished you could add gorgeous metallic details to your handmade cards without the fuss of heat embossing? The brand-new Stampin' Hot Foil System makes it easy to create elegant foiled sentiments, detailed images, and stunning backgrounds that look professionally printed.
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To celebrate the launch, I did a live video where I walk you through everything you need to know to get started with the new system. I shoed how the Stampin' Hot Foil System works step-by-step, shared tips for getting the best results, and created a beautiful card while also showing four finished samples that highlight the amazing possibilities of hot foiling. Missed the live? You can watch the replay right here, then keep reading for more details and close-up photos of all four projects.