Fun Handmade Card Design with Patterned Paper and a Card Sketch

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Have you used a card sketch before? They are perfect for creating cards quickly and easily because the basic layout is already done for you. Here is a great card sketch that is a little fancy - but still easy to make.

If you missed this week's Stamp with Me Tuesday, you can find the replay below where I walked you through step-by-step how to make a card using this card sketch. And, if you want the Quick Reference guide for this card sketch, it will be in this week's email. 

​Ok, on y go! Let's get stamping.

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Video Tutorial for Using this Card Sketch

If you missed this week's Stamp with Me Tuesday, I shared exactly how to make a card with this card sketch. You can watch the replay right here. 

Check out this card sketch! It has patterned paper strips in the background and a spot for a focal image. But what really sets this card sketch apart is the little banner under the focal image. This is a great place to pop a small sentiment for your card front. 

I had so much fun with this card sketch, that I went a little overboard with the sample card designs. You'll find the samples below using the new Translucent Florals, Bird's Eye View, Botanical Layers, and Circle Sayings stamp sets. Plus, I have the complete supply list for each card!

Translucent Florals Birthday Card

This first handmade card sample uses the new Translucent Florals stamp set. These rubber stamps will be available in the September to December Mini Catalog. (But, if you want to get it sooner, you should become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator!)

​This fun birthday card also uses the Brights 6"x6" Designer Series Paper for the background.

Supply List for this Floral Birthday Card

Sweet Bird's Eye View Card

I just can't get enough of these artsy birds from the Bird's Eye View stamp set. So of course I had to use it with this card sketch!

For the banner, I used the Nested Essentials dies. I LOVE these dies - seriously - I use them all the time. You need them in your craft stash if you don't have them already.

I used the Inked Botanicals Designer Series Paper for the background on this card. 

Supply List for this Bird Card

Thinking of You Card

If you've been hanging out with me for a while, you know that I love bright colors. Lately, that's been the fabulous new Lemon Lime Twist. It's so gorgeous! Especially combined with the Pretty Peacock color. 

The Masterfully Made Designer Series Paper uses both of these colors, so it was perfect for the background. Then, I created the focal point with the Botanical Layers stamp set. 

Supply List for this Bright Card

Sweet Handmade Birthday Card

You've seen the Circle Sayings bundle, right? Maybe your thinking that your cards with it have to have circles. I mean, it's right there in the name. But no my friend, you do not need to have a circle when using the Circle Sayings stamp set.

I used the adorable cupcakes to create this sweet birthday card using the same card sketch. And, I accented it with the Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper. Ok, there are circles on the patterned paper. But you know what I mean!

Supply List for this Birthday Card

Need cardmaking supplies?

If you need anything to create these handmade cards, simply click the buttons above to see the complete supply list for the card. Then, uncheck the items you don't need and click "Add to Cart."

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