Adventure Awaits – A Handmade Card with “On The Go” DSP

Adventure Awaits – A Handmade Card with “On The Go” DSP – Many Messages – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

If you’re dreaming of your next getaway or want to celebrate someone embarking on a new adventure, today’s travel-themed card is just the ticket! I had so much fun creating this vibrant design using the On The Go Designer Series Paper. It’s packed with playful travel icons, and I brought them to life with lots of fussy cutting and layered detail.

Travel in Style with Summer Splash and Strawberry Slush

I chose Summer Splash and Strawberry Slush cardstock as my base layers to echo the cheerful tones of the patterned paper. These bright, bold colours frame the card beautifully and make the images pop. The background is full of holiday vibes—think maps, cameras, luggage, and signposts—perfect for sending off a friend or family member with style.

Fussy Cutting – Free Embellishments

Every decorative element you see here—the suitcases, backpack, tag, passport and umbrella were fussy cut from the On The Go DSP. It’s a bit time-consuming, but it gives a ton of free embellishments to decorate your card. I love how the pieces overlap and interact, like the umbrella tucked into the suitcase or the tag layered with travel-themed embellishments.

A Sentiment Worth Celebrating

The “Time to Celebrate!” sentiment comes from the More Messages stamp set, and I used the coordinating die to get that clean, crisp cut. It’s a perfect phrase for any special moment—new job, big trip, graduation, or retirement—and fits right into the joyful, energetic theme of the card.

Measurements

• Summer Splash Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
• Strawberry Slush Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
• Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
• On The Go designer series paper (DSP) – 13.85cm X 9.5cm

Watch the Tutorial

Want to see how this card came together? Be sure to check out my full YouTube tutorial where I walk you through each step, share my tips for layering and layout, and show you exactly how I used the DSP to tell a story of adventure.

Thank You for Stopping By!

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Ashee xx