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Easy Spring Shaker Card Tutorial for Beautiful Handmade Cards
There’s something about a shaker card that instantly makes a project feel extra special. The movement, the sparkle, and the little surprise inside all add a fun interactive element that catches the eye right away. But if you’ve ever felt intimidated by shaker cards, you’re definitely not alone. They often look much more complicated than they really are, and that can make them feel out of reach—especially if you’re newer to cardmaking. For this Spring Hey Shaker Card, I wanted

Rick Adkins
May 1
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Easter Card Parade: 15 Creative Card Ideas & One Cute Treat Box
There’s something about Easter crafting that just feels extra joyful—maybe it’s the soft spring colors, the sweet little characters, or the excuse to pull out all the pastels! Over the last few months, I’ve been creating and sharing a variety of Easter projects, and today I thought it would be fun to bring them all together in one place. Think of this as a little Easter card parade—full of inspiration, ideas, and hopefully a spark to get you creating with what you already hav

Rick Adkins
Mar 31
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Stretch Your Dies: Little Pig Backpack Shaker Card Idea
Sometimes the best cardmaking ideas come from looking at your supplies a little differently. That was exactly my goal with this project—I wanted to see how far I could stretch a few die sets and turn them into something completely new. Instead of using each set as intended, I mixed elements together to create a shaped shaker card… and this adorable little pig backpack design came to life.

Rick Adkins
Mar 30
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Bee Shaker Card Cardmaking Tutorial | Die Cutting, Stamping & Copic Coloring Tips
There’s something about spring that makes me reach for bright colors, playful images, and interactive card designs. After the gray days of winter, I always feel inspired to create projects that feel cheerful and a little whimsical. Shaker cards are perfect for that—they add movement, texture, and just a bit of surprise when someone opens the envelope. For this card, I wanted to combine a fun spring theme with a layout that lets the focal image really shine. The adorable bee f

Rick Adkins
Mar 12
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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
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How to Make Valentine Shaker Cards with Ink Blending and Faux Bleaching
Shaker cards are one of those cardmaking styles that many crafters love to look at—but hesitate to make. Between the foam tape, alignment, and fear of things shifting, it can feel like a lot. For this Valentine’s Day project, my goal was to create a borderless shaker card that feels polished and playful, without the usual stress that comes with shaker construction. I wanted this card to focus on design decisions rather than complicated assembly. Ink blending, faux bleaching,

Rick Adkins
Feb 7
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Dragons and Shaker Windows: Have an Unbelievable Day! – The Rabbit Hole Designs New Release
Hello, crafty friends! I’m so excited to share today’s project featuring the brand new Dragon Fun Bundle from The Rabbit Hole Designs...

Rick Adkins
May 31, 2025
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STRETCH Your Stamps with Just 1 SET and Make 4 Cards!
Hello crafty friends! Today, I’m so excited to share a fun and creative way to stretch your supplies and get the most out of just one...

Rick Adkins
Apr 29, 2025
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Same Stamp Set Three Totally Different Cards: Video Tutorial | C. C. Designs
I don’t know about you, but I love a stamp set that works hard . You know the kind—you reach for it again and again, not just because...

Rick Adkins
Apr 21, 2025
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Shake Up Your Craft Game: Video Tutorial | Pixi Dust Designs
Hi, crafty friends! Today, I’m excited to share a fun and playful card that’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. I created a...

Rick Adkins
Mar 15, 2025
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A2 Dome Shaker Card: Video Tutorial | Scrappy Boy Stamps
There’s something so magical about a shaker card. Maybe it’s the way the sequins sparkle or the satisfying sound when you give it a...

Rick Adkins
Jan 29, 2025
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Love Themed Shaker Cards: Video Tutorial | Valentine Day Cards
Hello, crafty friends! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to share the love than with a handmade card? Today,...

Rick Adkins
Jan 21, 2025
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Fall See Through Shaker Card: with WOW Embossing
Today, I’m thrilled to share a card design that's just as unique as it is fun—my Fall See-Through Shaker Card, featuring the incredible...

Rick Adkins
Nov 3, 2024
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