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Clean & Simple Fairy Birthday Card with Masked Ink Blending
There’s just something so magical about fairy images, and this Clean & Simple birthday card came together beautifully using the Twinkleheart Stamp Set from Unity Stamps Company . I stamped the fairy image twice onto Kraft 110 lb smooth cardstock , which instantly adds warmth and softness to the design. The images were colored with my TriBlend markers , then enhanced with colored pencils to add a bit more depth and detail—especially in the hair and wings. Keeping the colorin

Rick Adkins
Dec 17, 2025


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


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


Oh Holy Night Nativity Card | 5x7 Christmas Card with Holly Jolly Stamps
Today I’m sharing a sweet and peaceful 5x7 nativity Christmas card created with the Holly Jolly Stamp Set , Holly Jolly Pixi Cuts , and the Oh Holy Night Sentiment Die from Pixi Dust Designs. I started by stamping the manger image onto Hammermill Smooth Cardstock and coloring everything with my Ohuhu Brush Markers to give the scene a soft, warm glow. Once everything was cut out with the coordinating Pixi Cuts, I moved on to the background—my favorite part. A fresh panel of

Rick Adkins
Nov 27, 2025


Make a Whimsical Snowman Card Using There's Snow-one Like You Dies
I had so much fun putting together this clean and layered winter card featuring the There’s Snow-one Like You Stamp & Die Set from Pixi Dust Designs! I started by cutting all the sweet little pieces for my snow-girl—her cozy hat, gloves, and scarf—from two soft shades of pink cardstock, while her body was cut from crisp Hammermill Smooth Cardstock . A touch of ink blending with Tumbled Glass and Shaded Lilac Distress Oxides gave her a frosty glow, and the tiniest bits of

Rick Adkins
Nov 26, 2025


Quick & Easy Christmas Card with the Holiday Lane Stamp Set
During the busy holiday season, I’m all about finding simple ways to make handmade cards that still look special and heartfelt. There’s just something about sending a card that feels warm and personal — especially when it looks like it took hours but really came together in a fraction of the time. Today’s card is the perfect example of that balance. I used the Holiday Lane Stamp Set and North Pole Collection Paper Pack from Unity Stamp Company to create a cozy little neigh

Rick Adkins
Oct 26, 2025


Festive Hot Air Balloon Christmas Card | Pixi Dust Designs
Every year when I sit down to start my Christmas cards, I like to challenge myself to create at least one design that feels completely...

Rick Adkins
Oct 8, 2025


Spooky Night Sky Halloween Card with the Boo Crew Stamp Set | Miss Ink Stamps
Halloween is one of my favorite times to create cards because it gives me the perfect excuse to mix spooky with sweet. I love that...

Rick Adkins
Sep 20, 2025


Halloween Slimline Card Tutorial | Featuring C.C. Designs We Fly Stamp Set
Halloween crafting always brings out the most playful side of me, and this card is no exception. The We Fly Stamp Set from C.C. Designs...

Rick Adkins
Sep 15, 2025


Spooky Slimline Halloween Card with Monster Bubu & Pixi Dust Designs Dies
Halloween has always been one of my favorite times to create cards. There’s just something about the playful mix of spooky and cute that...

Rick Adkins
Sep 10, 2025


Scared Sheetless! Cute & Spooky Halloween Card with Boo Sheets Stamps
Halloween is one of my favorite times to craft because it gives us the chance to play with both spooky and silly. For this card, I wanted...

Rick Adkins
Sep 6, 2025


Spooky Cute Halloween Card with the Vampy Friends Stamp Set
Halloween cards are some of my favorites to make because they let me mix spooky details with playful, lighthearted designs. I love the...

Rick Adkins
Sep 1, 2025


Celebrate with a Dragon-Sized Birthday Surprise!
Hello crafty friends! Today I’m sharing a birthday card project that truly feels like a celebration on paper — full of color, texture,...

Rick Adkins
Jul 27, 2025


Make A Splash Summer Card Idea: C. C. Designs New July Release
Every time summer rolls around, I find myself reaching for stamps that bring a little sunshine into the craft room. You know the...

Rick Adkins
Jul 11, 2025


Sneak Peek: Sugarplum Summer Stamp Set from C.C. Designs | Beachy Card Idea
Hey crafty friends! Rick here, and I’ve got a fun beachy card to share with you today as part of Release Week over at C.C. Designs! If...

Rick Adkins
Jul 8, 2025


Coffee The Vodka of Mornings Happy Pride!
Have you ever made a card that made you smile the entire time you were working on it? That was exactly how I felt when I sat down to...

Rick Adkins
Jun 22, 2025


Too Much Monday Not Enough: Caffeinated Critters Release | The Rabbit Hole Designs
You know that feeling when Monday hits, and it’s like the universe just expects you to function? That’s exactly the vibe I had in mind...

Rick Adkins
Feb 24, 2025


Can’t Wait To Sea You: Salty Air Stamp Set | Square Card Design | The Rabbit Hole Designs
Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m thrilled to share a delightful card project that will transport you to the serene seaside. We’ll be...

Rick Adkins
May 27, 2024


Picking Colors With Ease | Video Tutorial | Easter Bunnies Stamp Set | The Rabbit Hole Designs
Hey there, crafty peeps! Today, we're diving into one of the most exciting aspects of card crafting: color selection. If you're anything...

Rick Adkins
Feb 6, 2024


Creating Backgrounds with a Gel Press
Creating unique backgrounds for your paper crafts is a fun and exciting way to add character and personality to your projects. One...

Rick Adkins
May 19, 2023
