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One Layout, Two Cards – Stretch Your Supplies! (Free Cardmaking Class)
Hey there, crafty friend! If you’ve ever looked at your stash and thought, “I should really use what I already have,” then you are going...

Rick Adkins
Jun 4


Hello Sunshine! A Bright Summer Card with Lovely Bunches
One of the most common questions I get from fellow card makers is, “How do you know what colors to use?” And let me tell you—I’ve been...

Rick Adkins
May 27


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


Create Fast Cards With Pixi Dust Designs In Just 5 Minutes! Video Tutorial
If you’ve ever found yourself short on time but still really wanting to get a card made—maybe you forgot a birthday (guilty), or maybe...

Rick Adkins
Apr 25


Using Gel Pens To Add Details To Your Cards: Video Tutorial
Hey, crafty friends! Today I’m sharing one of my favorite ways to take your coloring to the next level— using gel pens to add those...

Rick Adkins
Apr 24


Spring Double Pillar Column Card: Bees & Butterflies Collection | Paper Rose Studio
Spring is the perfect time to bring out cheerful colors, intricate layers, and interactive designs, and today’s card is all about that!...

Rick Adkins
Mar 31


Easy Easter Card with Caffeinated Critters & Stencils!
Easter is right around the corner, and I’ve been having so much fun creating spring-themed cards! Today, I’m excited to share a cheerful...

Rick Adkins
Mar 22


Easy Easter Card with Scrapbook.com Dies – Peek-a-Boo Bunny and Florals!
Spring is in the air, and Easter is right around the corner! I always love this time of year—everything feels fresh and new, and it’s the...

Rick Adkins
Mar 21


Dollar Tree's Stamp Sets: Distressed Floral Card | Video Tutorial
Hey, crafty friends! Today, I’m excited to share a unique card featuring stamp sets from an unexpected place—Dollar Tree! If you’ve ever...

Rick Adkins
Mar 6


Spring Wildflowers Watercolor Card: Video Tutorial | Miss Ink Stamps
Spring is just around the corner, and what better way to welcome it than with a delicate watercolor floral card? Today, I’m sharing a...

Rick Adkins
Mar 2


Four Lovely Lilies Cards: Lovely Lilies Stamp Set & Dies | The Rabbit Hole Designs
One of the things I love most about floral stamp sets is their versatility. Whether you’re creating something soft and elegant or bold...

Rick Adkins
Feb 17


Curtain Call Fun Fold Card: Rainbow Garden Collection | Paper Rose Studio
There’s something so satisfying about a fun fold card. Not only does it add an unexpected interactive element, but it’s also a fantastic...

Rick Adkins
Feb 12


Easiest Way to Pick a Color Palette: Mindful Magnolia | TRHD
Have you ever sat down to make a card and felt completely stuck when it came to choosing colors? I know I have! Color selection can be...

Rick Adkins
Feb 6


Fabulous Fuchsias Missing You Card: The Rabbit Hole Designs
There’s something special about sending a handmade card just because. No birthday, no holiday—just a little note to let someone know...

Rick Adkins
Feb 1


With Sympathy Card: Fabulous Fuchsias Bundle | TRHD
Sympathy cards are never easy to make, but they’re some of the most meaningful cards we can create. Today, I’m sharing a project...

Rick Adkins
Jan 27


Simple Hello Card: Fabulous Fuchsias Bundle | OLO Markers
Creating cards that bring a smile to someone's face is one of the joys of card making. Today, I want to share a delightful project...

Rick Adkins
Jan 16


Best Wishes Fabulous Fuchsias: New Release | TRHD
Hey there, crafty friends! Today, I'm excited to share a special project featuring the brand-new Fabulous Fuchsias Bundle from The...

Rick Adkins
Jan 6


Have a Holly Jolly Christmas: Holiday Card Series 2024 Day 13
Hello, crafty friends! As the holiday season approaches, I find myself diving deeper into the festive spirit, and what better way to channel that energy than through card making? Today, I’m thrilled to share my latest design for Day 13 of the Holiday Card Series 2024. This card combines elegant die-cut layering, ink blending, and just a touch of sparkle, featuring the Lovely Layers Poinsettia Dies , St. Nick Stamp Set , and coordinating dies from Honeybee Stamps. Let’s get i

Rick Adkins
Dec 16, 2024


Autumn Watercolor Thank You Card!
Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m diving into one of my favorite seasonal projects—an autumn-themed watercolor thank you card. There’s...

Rick Adkins
Oct 29, 2024


Two Fall Floral Cards: Autumn Vibes Bundle | Brutus Monroe
Hello, crafty friends! As we dive into fall, I’m all about those cozy autumn vibes—especially when it comes to cardmaking. Today, I have...

Rick Adkins
Oct 22, 2024
