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Let It Snow Stamp Set: Winter Hi Card with Colored Pencils
There’s something so magical about pairing soft winter colors with colored pencil coloring, and this Winter Hi Card came together beautifully using the Let It Snow Stamp Set from C. C. Designs . I stamped Elisa onto Neenah Desert Storm Cardstock with Memento Rich Cocoa Ink and colored her with colored pencils, which really brings out the cozy, storybook feel of this sweet winter image. After fussy cutting her out, I created a softly shaped background using Chunky A2 Scall

Rick Adkins
Dec 15, 2025


Soft Ink Blended Spotlight Card featuring Twinkleheart Fairy
There’s just something extra sweet about a clean and simple card that still feels magical, and today’s project brings all those cozy, whimsical vibes together. I started with the adorable fairy from the Twinkleheart Stamp Set by Unity Stamp Company and stamped her onto Kraft 110 lb Smooth Cardstock . Colored pencils were perfect for adding that soft, hand-drawn look, and a quick blend with a colorless blender marker kept everything smooth and dreamy. Her wings absolutely

Rick Adkins
Dec 9, 2025


Simple Puppy Cards on Kraft | One Layer Designs with Unity Stamps
Today I’m sharing a set of simple one layer cards that completely stole my heart. These sweet little pups from the Puppy Paws Stamp Set by Unity Stamps look absolutely adorable on kraft cardstock, and I love how the warm tone makes the colored pencils pop. I started by creating top-folding A2 card bases from 110 lb Kraft Cardstock , then stamped each puppy in Memento Tuxedo Black . A little soft shading with colored pencils brought each image to life, giving them that cozy

Rick Adkins
Dec 2, 2025


Sorry You're Feeling Sluggish: Slugs & Kisses Stamp Set
Today I’m sharing a fun little “pick-me-up” card I created for Miss Ink Stamps, and I couldn’t resist reaching for the Slugs and Kisses Stamp Set , the Slugs and Kisses Outline Dies , and the Cobblestone Stencil for this one. I started with a clean top-fold A2 card base made from Neenah Ultra Thick Cardstock , then masked off a circle using one of the Background Basics Stencils from Penny Black. Inside that masked area, I blended soft gray ink over the Cobblestone Stencil

Rick Adkins
Nov 23, 2025


Unity Stamps' "Biggest Sale of the Year Week 2" Release
Today I am sharing ten different clean and simple cards using new stamps from Unity Stamps. These stamps just came out Thursday as part of their Biggest Sale of the Year for week 2. I stamped and colored all the images using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink and colored them using my Triblend Markers and added some fine details with my colored pencils. In this release you will find a stamps for different occasions, and themes. Some are Winter, some are Christmas and some are a

Rick Adkins
Nov 22, 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


Just a Little Figment of My Imagination Scene Card: Imagine A Dragon Stamp Set | Miss Ink Stamps
One of the things I love most about card making is how it lets you escape into a world of your own—if only for a few hours at a time....

Rick Adkins
Apr 30, 2025


Create Stunning One Layer Cards: With Miss Ink Stamps No Bulk, All WOW!| Video Tutorial
If you're anything like me, you probably love a beautifully layered card—but when it comes time to pop it in the mail, that extra bulk...

Rick Adkins
Apr 19, 2025


New Sentimentally Speaking Holidays Bundle: The Rabbit Hole Designs | March 2025 Release
Spring is in the air, and I couldn’t be more excited to share a new card project featuring some of my favorite products from The Rabbit...

Rick Adkins
Mar 31, 2025


It's Time for Sweater Weather Card: Fall Gnomes | Scrapbook.com
Hello, crafty friends! With the crisp air finally settling in, it’s officially sweater weather, and what better way to celebrate than...

Rick Adkins
Oct 11, 2024


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


Easy Gift Tag DIY with Bella Flowers Paper & Peek A Boo Heart Dies! Video Tutorial
Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m so excited to share a delightful and easy project that will add a touch of magic to your gifts:...

Rick Adkins
Jul 2, 2024


Summer Is In The Air: Water Fun | House-Mouse Summer 2024 Collection | Spellbinders
Hey there, fellow crafters! Are you ready to dive into some summer fun? I'm thrilled to share with you a delightful card design featuring...

Rick Adkins
May 18, 2024


I'm Your Biggest Fan: Stay Cool | House-Mouse Summer 2024 Collection | Spellbinders
Hey there, fellow crafting enthusiasts! Are you ready to dive into a colorful adventure with me? As summer approaches and the sun starts...

Rick Adkins
May 14, 2024


You're Never Too Old For Birthday Cake: Sweet Birthday | House-Mouse Summer 2024 Collection | Spellbinders
Hello and welcome back to my blog; today I am sharing another card using a stamp set from the brand new House-Mouse Summer 2024...

Rick Adkins
May 13, 2024


Good Luck Card: Lady Bug Stamp Set | Checkered Past Stencil | The Rabbit Hole Designs
Hello and welcome to my blog; today I am sharing a card that I have not had time to share with you using products from the Rabbit Hole...

Rick Adkins
May 12, 2024


When Life Gives You Troubles, Blow Bubbles: POP! | House-Mouse Summer 2024 Collection | Spellbinders
Hello and welcome to my blog; today I am sharing one of the cards that I made with the brand new House-Mouse Summer 2024 Collection from...

Rick Adkins
May 10, 2024


Sometimes You Need A Nap | The Rabbit Hole Designs
Hello and welcome to the blog; I have a super cute cards to share with you today. This card makes me think about the one time I played...

Rick Adkins
Mar 24, 2024


Crafting with Love: DIY Hugs Card with Bug You Stamp Set
Hello crafty friends! Welcome to my blog; today I am sharing a super cute little card that I made using the Bug You Stamp Set from The...

Rick Adkins
Mar 17, 2024


Crafting with RubberStamps.com: My March Craft Month Challenge Project
Hello and welcome back to my blog; today I am sharing my March Craft Month Challenge project with supplies that were sent to me from...

Rick Adkins
Mar 16, 2024
