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MOTIVATION MONDAY WITH VIOLET DREAMS

August 17, 2026 · Comments Off

Start your crafting week with a little inspiration! A card template makes it easy to get started, and the Violet Dreams Suite Collection does the rest with its beautiful florals and coordinating details. Sometimes all you need is a simple layout and a gorgeous suite to create a card you’ll be proud to share.

Template Measurements:

· Basic Black Cardstock – 8 ½ “ x 5 ½ “, scored at 4 ¼ “ (cardbase); 4 ¼” x 3”; 3” x 2 ½”

· Basic Gray Cardstock – 5 ¼” x 4”; 2 ¾” x 2 ¼”

· Smoky Slate Cardstock- 4” x 2 ¾”

· Basic White Cardstock – 3” x ¾”

Supplies Used:

· Violet Dreams 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper

· Gorgeous Grape Cardstock

· Highland Heather Cardstock

· Basic White Cardstock

· Framed Violets Photopolymer Stamp Set

· Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin’ Pad

· Lazy Daisy 3D embossing folder

· Adhesive-Backed Blooms

This Week’s Product Showcase: Violet Dreams Suite Collection

August 17, 2026 · Comments Off

Get ready to create something beautifully floral with the Violet Dreams Suite Collection! This gorgeous collection brings together coordinating stamps, dies, designer paper, and elegant embellishments to make creating stunning floral projects easier than ever.

· Create beautiful, frame-worthy florals

· Add a little sparkle with striped glitter paper

· Finish your projects with soft floral embellishments and satin ribbon

· Mix and match the coordinating products to create cards and projects that feel polished, personal, and uniquely yours.

I’ll be showcasing the Violet Dreams Suite all week and sharing ideas to help you see just how much you can create with this beautiful collection!

Be sure to follow along with Carolina Craftin’ to see what I make!

SCRAP CARD SATURDAY

August 15, 2026 · Comments Off

Your little scraps can be perfect for creating beautiful card elements with your dies! Instead of reaching for a whole sheet of cardstock, use those leftover pieces to cut flowers, leaves, labels, shapes, and other fun details. It’s a great way to use up your scraps, stretch your cardstock, and add pops of color to your projects. Plus, having a little container of die-cut pieces ready to go can make creating your next card even quicker!

I was looking for ways to use up some of my blue cardstock scraps. I decided to make flowers with the Heirloom Boutique Dies. I love how the layered look of the flowers turned out.

Supplies and Measurements:

· Night of Navy Cardstock – 8 ½ “ x 5 ½ “, scored at 4 ¼ “ (cardbase); scraps for die cutting

· Balmy Blue Cardstock – 5 ¼” x 4”; scraps for die cutting

· Azure Afternoon Cardstock – scraps for die cutting

· Blueberry Bushel Cardstock – scraps for die cutting

· Basic White Cardstock – 3” x 3 ¾ “(front); 5 ¼” x 4” (inside)

· Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad

· Scalloped Blooms Photopolymer Stamp Set

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August 15, 2026 · Comments Off

CLEAN AND ELEGANT

August 15, 2026 · Comments Off

This clean yet elegant floral card features the Heirloom Boutique Dies (which are a Last Chance item). The main feature is the large dimensional flower. Overall, it has that lovely “less is more” style—very few colors, but lots of dimension and detail.

Supplies and measurements:

Barely Blush Cardstock – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″; scored at 4-1/4″ (cardbase)
Basic White Cardstock – 3-5/8″ x 4-7/8″ (front); 4″ x 5-1/4″ (inside); scraps to die cut floral layers
Peaceful Pine Cardstock – 3-3/4″ x 5″; scraps to die cut leaves
Smokey Slate Classic Stampin’ Pad
Barely Blush Classic Stampin’ Pad
Blending Brush
Adhesive Backed Blooms

HEIRLOOM BOUTIQUE BIRTHDAY CARD

August 13, 2026 · Comments Off

I love how versatile the Heirloom Boutique Bundle can be when paired with other products! For this birthday card, I combined it with the Words & Wishes stamps to create a sweet and simple birthday sentiment. This combination shows how easy it is to mix and match products to create a card that feels completely your own!

Supplies and Measurements:

· Thick Basic White Cardstock – 8 ½ “ x 5 ½ “, scored at 4 ¼ “ (cardbase); ½ inch scrap for greeting; 4 ¼” x 3” to die cut arch

· Hydrangea Hue Cardstock – 4 ½” x 3 ¼” to die cut arch

· Stampin’ Blends – Hydrangea Hue, Highland Heather, Old Olive

· Hydrangea Hue Classic Stampin’ Pad

· Blending Brush

· Heirloom Boutique Bundle

· Everyday Arches Dies

· Stone & Vine 3D Embossing Folder

· 2026 – 2028 In Color Dots

Motivation Monday and Bundle of the Week

August 10, 2026 · Comments Off

This week, I’m showcasing the Heirloom Boutique Bundle, and what better way to start the week than with a little Motivation Monday inspiration? Sometimes all it takes is one card idea to get your creativity going. The goal this week is to show you how you can use the Heirloom Boutique Bundle in different ways and hopefully give you some ideas you can try with the products you already have in your craft room.

For today’s Motivation Monday card, I’m keeping things simple and letting the beautiful die cuts and colors do the work. As we continue through the week, I’ll be sharing more ideas using this bundle to show just how versatile it can be!

Supplies and Measurements:

· Fresh Freesia Cardstock – 8 ½ “ x 5 ½ “, scored at 4 ¼ “ (cardbase); scraps for die cutting

· Blackberry Bliss Cardstock – 4 ¼” x 2 ½”, scraps for die cutting

· Basic White Cardstock – 4 ¼” x 2 ¼”; 5 ¼” x 4 “ (inside of card); scraps for die cutting

· Heirloom Boutique Bundle (stamps and dies)

· Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin’ Pad

· Small Blending Brushes

· Rustic Check 3D Embossing Folder (brand new – available in September)

· Shimmering Dots

SCRAP CARD SATURDAY

August 8, 2026 · Comments Off

I used a simple circle punch to punch out the playful cats from the Frightfully Fun DSP, then added them to a card for a quick and easy design. It’s a great way to use those leftover pieces from your paper pack—and those cute little cats deserve to be showcased!

Measurements and Supplies:

· Basic Black Cardstock – 8 ½” x 5 ½”, scored at 4 ¼”; 3 circles from the 1 7/8” circle punch

· Very Vanilla Cardstock – circle using the 1 ¾” circle punch

· Frightfully Fun 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper – 3 of the cats punched out using the 1 ¾” circle punch; 4” x 2” from the Timid Tiger with spider webs

· Oh My Fright Photopolymer Stamps

· Adhesive-Backed Bats Ghosts & Dots

TWO NEW KITS AVAILABLE

August 6, 2026 · Comments Off

Witchy Whimsey Hat Kit

Create a playful Halloween display with the Witchy Whimsy Hat Kit, designed to make a decorative witch’s hat that adds festive flair to your home. This kit combines classic spooky elements—spiders, spider webs, black cats, and eyeballs in Halloween colors—with delightful accents like rosettes, flowers, ribbons, and lace. It’s everything you need to craft a standout Halloween decor piece.

Crafted Blooms Kit

There’s nothing like handcrafted decor to spruce up your home or office! With the Crafted Blooms Kit, you’ll make three-dimensional art featuring eye-catching florals and uplifting sentiments. Showcase the finished product on a clipboard or cork board, or in your favorite deep-set frame, to make any space feel special.

MOTIVATION MONDAY

August 3, 2026 · Comments Off

Sometimes all it takes is a simple card template to spark your creativity! Instead of wondering where to begin, let the layout guide you and make it your own with different papers, colors, and embellishments. You might be surprised at how many unique cards can come from one simple design. I used products from the Frightfully Fun Suite Collection that I am showcasing this week to create this Halloween card. Remember with template cards the shapes are just place holders. You can choose to keep the measurements exact or substitute in what you’d like. The creativity is endless!

Template measurements:

· Basic White Cardstock – 8 ½ “ x 5 ½”, scored at 4 ¼” (cardbase); 1 7/8” circle

· Basic Black Cardstock – 3 ½” x 3 ½”, 3” x ¾”

· Smoky Slate 1 ½” x 1 ½” (x 4)