Tag: beautiful butterflies

Eye-Catching Butterfly Card for Birthdays – Quick and Beautiful

Eye-Catching Butterfly Card for Birthdays – Quick and Beautiful – Beautiful Butterflies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK.

Eye-Catching Butterfly Card for Birthdays – Quick and Beautiful – Beautiful Butterflies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK.

Eye-Catching Butterfly Card for Birthdays – Quick and Beautiful - Beautiful Butterflies - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK.
Eye-Catching Butterfly Card for Birthdays – Quick and Beautiful – Beautiful Butterflies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK.

I created two incarnations of this card, the second being the one I love. Sometimes it takes a few goes to get it right. Between these two cards, I have used all the new 25 – 27 incolours. The card above, the second incarnation, features Cloud Cover, Strawberry Slush and Secret Sea. The one below is Darling Duckling and Timid Tiger.

Eye-Catching Butterfly Card for Birthdays – Quick and Beautiful - Beautiful Butterflies - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK.
Eye-Catching Butterfly Card for Birthdays – Quick and Beautiful – Beautiful Butterflies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK.

measurements

  • Cloud Cover / Timid Tiger Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Secret Sea / Darling Duckling designer series paper (DSP) 13.85cm X 9.5cm

Thank You for Stopping By!

I hope you enjoyed this papercrafting project and found it inspiring! Below, you’ll find a supply list linked to my online shop and a video tutorial to guide you step by step. You can also check out my Basic Craft Products, which include the essential tools I use regularly.

Product List

Join the Crafting Fun!
Stay connected and get more creative inspiration by following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram. I also run a Facebook Group where we share projects, exchange ideas, and chat about all things crafty. I’d love for you to join and share your creations!

Online Card Club – Each month in my Facebook Group, we make three beautiful cards and a 3D project. It’s a fun and interactive way to craft together. Click here for all the details.

In-Person Crafting Classes – If you’re in North Lincoln, come craft with me in a friendly, hands-on session. Click here for upcoming dates and details.

Request a Craft Catalogue – Want a copy of the latest catalogue? Simply click the Contact Me button, and I’ll send one your way. And don’t forget—you can shop online 24/7 from the comfort of your home.

I’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or on my YouTube channel—your feedback means the world to me.

Until next time, Enjoy Being Creative!
Ashee xx

Beautiful Butterflies – Heat Emboss for that Wow Factor.

Beautiful Butterflies – Heat Emboss for that Wow Factor. – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

Beautiful Butterflies – Heat Emboss for that Wow Factor. – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

If you’re looking to add instant elegance and a touch of drama to your handmade cards, then heat embossing is the technique for you! In today’s project, I’m showcasing two stunning birthday cards made with the Beautiful Butterflies stamp set, embossing folder, and coordinating dies—all designed to make your butterflies pop with texture and shine.

Beautiful Butterflies - Heat Emboss for that Wow Factor. - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Beautiful Butterflies – Heat Emboss for that Wow Factor. – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

These cards feature a bold heat-embossed butterfly as the centrepiece. I used white embossing powder to create a crisp, raised outline that stands out against the colourful backgrounds.

One card pairs Pretty Peacock with Coastal Cabana for a fresh, vibrant look that’s perfect for anyone who loves rich jewel tones. The second card combines Strawberry Slush and Pretty in Pink—a sweet and cheerful combo that adds a soft, feminine touch. Both colour palettes are enhanced with embossed details in the background, using the coordinating embossing folder to add extra texture and interest.

Beautiful Butterflies - Heat Emboss for that Wow Factor. - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Beautiful Butterflies – Heat Emboss for that Wow Factor. – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

To finish, I added a classic Happy Birthday sentiment and a few pearls to tie everything together. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, heat embossing is an easy way to elevate your cards and impress your recipients.

measurements

  • Pretty Peacock / Berry Burst Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Pretty in Pink / Coastal Cabana – 14.35cm X 10cm

These butterfly cards are sure to make someone’s birthday extra special!

Don’t forget to watch the video tutorial below to see how these cards came together, step by step.

Thank You for Stopping By!

I hope you enjoyed this papercrafting project and found it inspiring! Below, you’ll find a supply list linked to my online shop and a video tutorial to guide you step by step. You can also check out my Basic Craft Products, which include the essential tools I use regularly.

Product List

Join the Crafting Fun!
Stay connected and get more creative inspiration by following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram. I also run a Facebook Group where we share projects, exchange ideas, and chat about all things crafty. I’d love for you to join and share your creations!

Online Card Club – Each month in my Facebook Group, we make three beautiful cards and a 3D project. It’s a fun and interactive way to craft together. Click here for all the details.

In-Person Crafting Classes – If you’re in North Lincoln, come craft with me in a friendly, hands-on session. Click here for upcoming dates and details.

Request a Craft Catalogue – Want a copy of the latest catalogue? Simply click the Contact Me button, and I’ll send one your way. And don’t forget—you can shop online 24/7 from the comfort of your home.

I’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or on my YouTube channel—your feedback means the world to me.

Until next time, Enjoy Being Creative!
Ashee xx

Beautiful Butterflies – How I Created a Stunning Art Journal Page.

Beautiful Butterflies – How I Created a Stunning Art Journal Page. – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Beautiful Butterflies – How I Created a Stunning Art Journal Page. – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Beautiful Butterflies - How I Created a Stunning Art Journal Page. - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Beautiful Butterflies – How I Created a Stunning Art Journal Page. – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

There’s something so magical about butterflies, and I couldn’t resist bringing that magic to my art journal! Today, I’m sharing how I created this vibrant butterfly-themed page using the Beautiful Butterflies stamp set from Stampin’ Up!

The Inspiration

Butterflies symbolise transformation, hope, and beauty, making them a perfect subject for an uplifting and celebratory art journal page. I wanted a bright, airy background with bold butterfly images that pop off the page.

Materials Used:

  • Beautiful Butterflies Stamp Set (Stampin’ Up!)
  • Elements of Text Stamp Set (Stampin’ Up!)
  • Fluid 100 Watercolour Paper
  • Stampin’ Up! Ink Pads (used as watercolour paint)
  • Blending brushes
  • Black Stazon Ink
  • White gel pen
  • Matching dies from the Beautiful Butterflies set

Step-by-Step Process

  1. Creating the Background I started with a piece of Fluid 100 watercolour paper and used Stampin’ Up! ink pads as my watercolour paint to create a dreamy sky effect. A wet-on-wet technique helped blend the colours seamlessly. Once dry, I added some subtle script stamping from the Elements of Text set to give it a vintage touch.
  2. Stamping and Colouring the Butterflies The butterflies were stamped on Fluid 100 watercolour paper using black Stazon ink. I then coloured them using a watercolour technique with Stampin’ Up! ink pads, creating a gradient of yellow and orange tones for a glowing effect. A touch of white gel pen highlights added extra dimension.
  3. Die Cutting and Arranging After the butterflies were coloured, I die-cut them using the matching dies from the Beautiful Butterflies set and arranged them on my page.
  4. Adding Details To frame the composition, I hand-doodled a whimsical border with a fine-tip black pen and added a few cross marks for a sketchy effect.
  5. Final Touch – The Sentiment I stamped “Time to Celebrate” from the Beautiful Butterflies stamp set in black ink to complete the page with an uplifting message.

Final Thoughts

This art journal page turned out exactly how I envisioned—full of life, movement, and inspiration! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, this project is a fun way to experiment with colour and texture.

I’d love to see your butterfly-themed creations! Share your work in the comments or tag me on social media using #craftingwithashee.

Thank You for Stopping By!

I hope you enjoyed this papercrafting project and found it inspiring! Below, you’ll find a supply list linked to my online shop and a video tutorial to guide you step by step. You can also check out my Basic Craft Products, which include the essential tools I use regularly.

Product List

Join the Crafting Fun!
Stay connected and get more creative inspiration by following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram. I also run a Facebook Group where we share projects, exchange ideas, and chat about all things crafty. I’d love for you to join and share your creations!

Online Card Club – Each month in my Facebook Group, we make three beautiful cards and a 3D project. It’s a fun and interactive way to craft together. Click here for all the details.

In-Person Crafting Classes – If you’re in North Lincoln, come craft with me in a friendly, hands-on session. Click here for upcoming dates and details.

Request a Craft Catalogue – Want a copy of the latest catalogue? Simply click the Contact Me button, and I’ll send one your way. And don’t forget—you can shop online 24/7 from the comfort of your home.

I’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment below or on my YouTube channel—your feedback means the world to me.

Until next time, Enjoy Being Creative!
Ashee xx

Make a Stunning Butterfly Die Cut Birthday Card With Me

Make a Stunning Butterfly Die Cut Birthday Card With Me – Beautiful Birthdays – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Make a Stunning Butterfly Die Cut Birthday Card With Me - Beautiful Birthdays - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Stunning Butterfly Die Cut Birthday Card With Me – Beautiful Birthdays – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I have this stunning birthday card to share featuring the Beautiful Butterflies bundle. This bundle includes a hybrid embossing folder, dies and a gorgeous stamp set. The embossing folder matches the dies. I’ve layered the die-cut butterfly over the embossed image. I love the effect.

Make a Stunning Butterfly Die Cut Birthday Card With Me - Beautiful Birthdays - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Make a Stunning Butterfly Die Cut Birthday Card With Me – Beautiful Birthdays – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Blackberry Bliss / Azure Afternoon Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Bubble Bath / Balmy Blue Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm.

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. You can find my Basic Craft Products that I regularly use here.

Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

You can follow me on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram. I also have a Facebook Group where we share crafty projects and chat about all things crafty. I would love you to join and share your creation with us.

I’ve run an online card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make three cards and a 3D project each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

I also run in-person classes in North Lincoln. Click here for details to attend the next club.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.