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Stretching Your Hoodie Shaped Card Dies for Layered Mouse-Themed Cards
Sometimes the best way to stretch your supplies isn’t by buying something new… it’s by looking at what you already own a little differently. For today’s project, I created two handmade hoodie mouse-themed cards using the same layout and the same die sets — just changing the colorway from red to pink. My goal was simple: show how one strong design can do the heavy lifting for you. When you remove the pressure to reinvent the wheel every time, cardmaking becomes a lot more enj

Rick Adkins
2 days ago


A Little Bit Quirky and a lot of Squawk | The Rabbit Hole Designs | February 2026 New Release
There is something so refreshing about a clean and simple design that still feels full of personality, and that is exactly what I leaned into with these three cards featuring the new release from The Rabbit Hole Designs. The shaker card showcases the Quirky Bird 2x3 Stamp & Die Set with a bright, open layout that keeps the focus right on that adorably offbeat bird. A crisp white background allows the soft ink blending and sparkling shaker elements to really shine without ove

Rick Adkins
Feb 20


A Look Back at Retiring Scrappy Boy Stamps Products I’ve Used (and Loved!)
Hi crafty friends! Today’s post is a little bit nostalgic and a whole lot inspiring. Scrappy Boy Stamps has announced a retiring list , which means several stamp sets, dies, stencils, and papers are heading out to make room for new releases. While it’s always bittersweet to say goodbye to favorites, I love using moments like this to look back at the projects that made these products so special. I’m sharing the retiring Scrappy Boy Stamps products I’ve personally used in my

Rick Adkins
Feb 6


All the New My Sweet Petunia Tools Put to the Test
I recently had the chance to unbox and test several of the newest tools from My Sweet Petunia , including the MISTI LITE , Petunia Platform , Power Mag , and Mini Pawn Magnets , and I couldn’t wait to put them through their paces using supplies from my own stash. I tested the MISTI LITE with both clear and red rubber stamps and tried stamping on card fronts, envelopes, inside a book, and even paired it with stencils to see how versatile it really is. I love testing tools in

Rick Adkins
Dec 27, 2025


Hotu 50 Alcohol Markers Set: My First Impressions | Coloring Tips for Limited Sets
I finally got the chance to sit down with the Hotucolor 50-Color Alcohol Markers Set (Brush + Fine Tips) , and I was genuinely impressed by how easy they were to work with right out of the box. The brush tips felt smooth, the colors blended nicely, and the set offers a solid range for a limited palette—though creating color combos does take a little getting used to. Your swatch sheet will quickly become your best friend! I recommend filling out the one Hotucolor provides an

Rick Adkins
Dec 4, 2025


Gratitude & Gatherings: Fall Cardmaking PDF Tutorial with Lawn Fawn Stamps
There’s just something magical about crafting in the fall. Maybe it’s the cooler air that makes you want to cozy up with a cup of...

Rick Adkins
Sep 20, 2025


Clean & Simple Fall & Halloween Cards with the C.C. Designs September Release
Fall is in full swing here in Alabama, and I have to admit—it’s one of my favorite times of the year to create cards. The cooler weather...

Rick Adkins
Sep 17, 2025


Top 5 Budget-Friendly Coloring Tools for Card Makers: My Go-To Picks
When I first started card making, I was overwhelmed by the sheer number of coloring tools out there. From alcohol markers to colored...

Rick Adkins
Aug 17, 2024
