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DieCember® 2025 Bouncy Happy Birthday Die | Trifold Fun Fold Winter Card
There’s something so fun about taking a classic birthday design and giving it a winter twist, and today’s project does exactly that! This trifold window fun fold comes together beautifully with the Bouncy Happy Birthday Die Se t from the Simon Says Stamp DieCember® 2025 Release . I paired it with a few tried-and-true favorites— Under Water Layering Stencils , Modern Teardrops Wafer Dies , and the Twinkle Snowflakes Embossing Folder —to build a cool, layered look that peeks

Rick Adkins
3 hours ago


Cozy Winter Charm | Square Snugglebuck Card with Ink Blending & Embossing
There’s just something magical about mixing soft winter hues with a sweet little reindeer, and today’s square card brings all that cozy charm to life. I started by stamping the adorable Snugglebuck image onto Neenah Classic Crest Solar White and coloring him with my Triblend Markers —those warm browns and that bright red nose make him instantly irresistible. Once everything was dry, I used circle dies to cut out both the image and the “Stay Cozy My Dear” sentiment, giving e

Rick Adkins
5 days ago


Holly Jolly Christmas Card with the Simon Says Stamp And Everything Nice Release
Hey crafty friends! I’m so excited to share this cheerful holiday card that’s bursting with festive layers, texture, and a little sparkle. This design came together using some of my favorite products from Simon Says Stamp’s And Everything Nice Release —and let me tell you, it’s one of those projects that looks delightfully detailed but is surprisingly easy to create once you break it down. I wanted something playful yet polished, and the combination of the Holly Jolly Stamp S

Rick Adkins
Nov 6


Case Me A Christmas Card | 2025 Video Hop
The Case Me A Christmas Card Video Hop has quickly become one of my favorite holiday traditions, and I’m so excited to be part of the 2025 edition — especially since this is the last one for the year! Every designer in the hop was challenged to CASE (which stands for Copy and Share Everything ) a card from another creator in the lineup, and this time, I had the pleasure of CASE-ing a beautiful design from the incredibly talented Therese Calvird of Lost in Paper . Her style a

Rick Adkins
Oct 29


Easy Christmas Card Idea | Featuring Pixi Dust Designs Snowman & Santa Sock Dies
Hey crafty friends! Today I’m sharing a cheerful and slightly humorous Christmas card design that’s all about bringing a little sparkle and a lot of personality to your holiday crafting. This card was inspired by the Pixi Dust Designs Card Sketch for October 2025 , and it features two of my favorite things—fun dies and playful pattern paper! I used the Snowman and Santa Sock Die Set and the Christmas 6x6 Pattern Paper Pad from Pixi Dust Designs to create this lighthearted

Rick Adkins
Oct 23


Sneak Peek! Clean & Simple Christmas Cards with C.C. Designs Misfits & Red Nose
It’s that time of year again—sneak peek season! The October 2025 release from C.C. Designs is full of festive fun, and today I’m sharing...

Rick Adkins
Oct 7


Four No Line Watercolor Christmas Cards with The Rabbit Hole Designs October 2025 Mini Release
Hi friends, Rick here! I’m so excited to be sharing a fresh batch of holiday inspiration with you today. I recently got my hands on The...

Rick Adkins
Oct 4


Handmade Christmas Card Idea | Gingerbread Greetings Series
One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is making cards that feel playful and unexpected. Sure, I love a classic wreath or tree...

Rick Adkins
Sep 26


Festive and Easy Clean and Layered Christmas Card | Candy Christmas Dies | Spellbinders
When it comes to Christmas cards, I love creating designs that feel special without requiring hours of fussing over tiny details. This...

Rick Adkins
Sep 21


Quadruple Z Fold Christmas Card with Paper Rose Studio
Every holiday season, I look for a card design that makes people stop, tilt their head, and say, “How did you make that?” This year, I...

Rick Adkins
Aug 15


You Light Up My Life: Easy Lighthouse Card Featuring High Tide from The Rabbit Hole Designs!
Some of my favorite cards are the ones that come together quickly but still feel thoughtful and finished—and this one checks all those...

Rick Adkins
Aug 5


Create Classic Holiday Cards with These Festive Etched Dies
There’s something about making holiday cards that brings out the magic of the season. Maybe it’s the sparkle, maybe it’s the tradition,...

Rick Adkins
Jul 23


Adorable Dragon Card: Sorry for Roaring at You – Featuring Dragon Fun Stamp Set
Hello, my crafty friends! Today, I’m sharing a sweet and fun card featuring the Dragon Fun Bundle from The Rabbit Hole Designs. This...

Rick Adkins
Jun 1


Thanks for All the Kelp! CAS Thank You Card with Fin-Tastic from The Rabbit Hole Designs!
Hello, crafty friends! I’m back today with my last Mer-May card of the month, and I’m absolutely swimming with excitement about this one....

Rick Adkins
May 30


Ride the Waves: A Clean and Simple Mermaid Card with High Tide!
Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m diving deep into a whimsical ocean adventure with the High Tide Stamp Set and coordinating High Tide...

Rick Adkins
May 30


You Mermaid It! Fun Congrats Card Featuring Salty Air from The Rabbit Hole Designs!
A Splashy Way to Say “Congrats!” There’s something about mermaids that just makes everything feel magical, right? Lately, I’ve been...

Rick Adkins
May 18


Easy Embossed Backgrounds with Floral Elements: Paper Rose Studio
Every now and then, I get completely swept up in the joy of creating backgrounds—and when I say swept up, I mean the desk disappears...

Rick Adkins
May 15


Through High Tide and Low Tide: Simple Friendship Card Featuring Fin-Tastic!
Hey friends! Today I’m sharing a friendship card that’s full of charm, texture, and a little underwater whimsy. The best part? It’s built...

Rick Adkins
May 14


Swimming By With a Smile: Clean and Simple Card Featuring Fin-Tastic!
Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m excited to share a sweet and simple card project that’s all about adding a little charm and texture...

Rick Adkins
May 8


Three Easy Pattern Paper Cards: Afternoon in the Park Collection | Paper Rose Studio
You know that feeling when you open up a brand-new paper pack and instantly feel inspired by the colors, textures, and all the little...

Rick Adkins
Apr 15
