Made With Love – Birthday Card Design.

Made With Love – Birthday Card Design. Mini Alphabet Dies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Made With Love – Birthday Card Design. Mini Alphabet Dies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Creating handmade birthday cards is such a lovely way to show someone you care, and today I’m sharing a simple but eye-catching Made With Love – Birthday Card Design. This design is clean, bold, and easy to adapt, making it perfect for batch card making or when you want something stylish without lots of layers.

Both cards use the same layout but with the colours swapped around, proving just how versatile this design can be.

Made With Love - Birthday Card Design. Mini Alphabet Dies - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Made With Love – Birthday Card Design. Mini Alphabet Dies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Mini Alphabet Die Sentiment

The “Happy Birthday” sentiment on both cards is created using mini alphabet dies, which add a fun, modern look to the card front. I love how alphabet dies allow you to customise your cards and create sentiments that really stand out.

For the first card, the base is Strawberry Slush, with the sentiment die cut in Real Red. The large heart is also cut from Strawberry Slush, keeping the look coordinated while still allowing the sentiment to pop.

On the second card, the colours are reversed. This time, the Real Red card base creates a bold frame, with the sentiment cut from Strawberry Slush. The heart is cut in Real Red, tying everything together beautifully. Swapping the colours gives a completely different feel while using exactly the same layout.

Made With Love - Birthday Card Design. Mini Alphabet Dies - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Made With Love – Birthday Card Design. Mini Alphabet Dies – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Made with Love Designer Series Paper

The patterned strips at the top and bottom of each card are cut from the Made with Love Designer Series Paper. This DSP is perfect for birthday cards, especially when you want something cheerful, bright, and full of heart. The repeating heart patterns add interest without overpowering the focal sentiment.

Using DSP in narrow strips like this is a great way to use up smaller pieces while still making a big impact on your card design.

Finishing Touches

To finish off each card, I added shiny red heart confetti from my stash. These tiny embellishments add just the right amount of sparkle and dimension, catching the light beautifully without distracting from the main design.

This is a great reminder that you don’t always need fancy embellishments—sometimes those little leftover pieces in your stash are exactly what a card needs.

A Versatile Birthday Card Layout

This layout is one you’ll want to save and use again. It works brilliantly with different colour combinations, sentiments, and patterned papers, making it a go-to design for birthdays throughout the year. You could easily change the colours to suit the recipient or swap the sentiment for another occasion.

If you enjoy clean designs with bold sentiments and a touch of pattern, this card style is definitely one to try.

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

Just a Note Bundle – Easy and Fun Card.

Just a Note Bundle – Easy and Fun Card. – With you in Mind. Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

Just a Note Bundle – Easy and Fun Card. – With you in Mind. Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

If you’re looking for a quick and creative way to make cards with a playful twist, the Just a Note Bundle is perfect! These cards are easy to put together and so much fun to make. Today, I’ve combined three stamp sets – With You In Mind, Just a Note and Elements of Text – to create a notebook-inspired design that is simple yet eye-catching.

Notebook Effect with Stamping and Dies

To achieve the torn notebook paper look, I stamped on Basic Beige cardstock using the Just a Note stamp set and Basic Beige ink. This creates a subtle lined effect that resembles a sheet of notepaper. The coordinating dies take it one step further with the torn-edge detail, making it look like it’s been ripped from a notebook.

Just a Note Bundle - Easy and Fun Card. - With you in Mind. Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Just a Note Bundle – Easy and Fun Card. – With you in Mind. Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

Colour Inspiration

I made two variations of this card to show how easy it is to change the feel by simply switching the colours. One version uses Blueberry Bushell paired with a bold blue patterned background, while the other card features Strawberry Slush with a softer pink design. Both give a fresh and fun look, perfect for any occasion.

Just a Note Bundle - Easy and Fun Card. - With you in Mind. Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK.
Just a Note Bundle – Easy and Fun Card. – With you in Mind. Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

measurements

  • Blueberry Bushell / Strawberry Slush Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • Basic Beige Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm.
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm.
  • Blueberry Bushell / Strawberry Slush designer series paper (DSP) – 13.85cm X 9.5cm

Finishing Touches

The finishing detail is the little gold clip, die cut from the Just a Note dies using Gold Foil Sheets. It adds a polished touch to the design and makes the notepaper look as if it’s held in place. A few tiny gold accents complete the look, tying everything together beautifully.

These cards are quick to make and are perfect for sending a cheerful thank you, birthday wish, or just a note to brighten someone’s day.

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

A Fun Way to Use Countryside Corners

A Fun Way to Use Countryside Corners – Seasonal Branches – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

A Fun Way to Use Countryside Corners - Seasonal Branches - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
A Fun Way to Use Countryside Corners – Seasonal Branches – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

This is a lovely tonal birthday card. I’ve used the Countryside Corners stamp set to create these frames. It is one stamp but the dies allow you to cut out each individual frame. I store any spare frames with the stamp set in a little envelope. I’ve popped up everything up on dimensionals. It came out really well I think. Below is a different pattern, which do you prefer?

A Fun Way to Use Countryside Corners - Seasonal Branches - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
A Fun Way to Use Countryside Corners – Seasonal Branches – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper (DSP) / Night of Navy DSP – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

 

£6.75

 

 

Paper Trimmer

 

£25.00

 

 

Stampin' Seal

 

£7.50

 

 

Basic White C6 Envelopes

 

 

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

 

 

Stampin' Dimensionals

 

 

Tear & Tape Adhesive

 

 

Simply Shammy

 

£8.00

 

 

Take Your Pick

 

£10.25

 

 

Basic White A4 Cardstock

 

 

Countryside Corners Bundle

 

 

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Cheerful Daisies – How to Two-Step Stamp

Cheerful Daisies – How to Two-Step Stamp – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Cheerful Daisies - How to Two-Step Stamp - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Cheerful Daisies – How to Two-Step Stamp – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love daisies. My grandmother always had a yellow daisy bush in her garden. I’ve tons of photos of me and the daisy bush. This card reminds me of her, even though she is long gone, I still love her to bits.

This is an easy two-step stamping set. The daisies are easy to line up, even without the now-retired Stamparatus. You just need to make sure you are looking straight down over your stamps. This makes lining up your stamps much easier. I’ve made this card in two different colour combinations. Which do you like better?

Cheerful Daisies - How to Two-Step Stamp - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK
Cheerful Daisies – How to Two-Step Stamp – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

measurements

  • Blueberry Bushell / Gorgeous Grape Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Bright and Beautiful Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Seasonal Branches – One Way to Use It!!

Seasonal Branches – One Way to Use It!! – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

Seasonal Branches - One Way to Use It!! - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln - UK
Seasonal Branches – One Way to Use It!! – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

As you may know, I love floral and nature-related stamp sets. I, therefore, had to get his one on pre-order. I love that the branch can be used not just with the florals as I have done here but with leaves, the apple or even berries. It makes it so versatile for all seasons.

The stamp set has a matching die set which I used here. It means I can stamp the branch and pop up the flowers. This gives added interest to the card as well as creates a shadow so making the scene look more realistic.

Seasonal Branches - One Way to Use It!! - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln - UK
Seasonal Branches – One Way to Use It!! – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln – UK

measurements

  • Gorgeous Grape / Boho Blue Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Gorgeous Grape / Boho Blue Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Bone Folder

[102300]
£6.75

Paper Trimmer

[152392]
£25.00

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

How to Use the Amazing Phrases Stamp Set

How to Use the Amazing Phrases Stamp Set – Create a Border – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

How to Use the Amazing Phrases Stamp Set - Create a Border - Biggest Wish - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - UK
How to Use the Amazing Phrases Stamp Set – Create a Border – Biggest Wish – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

Amazing Phrases is one of the free sets I got during Sale-a-bration. It has lots of sayings but I focused on the two words, amazing and hey. I stamped them around the edge of my paper to create this fun border for my focal sentiment. The card is very tonal but you could have equally stamped in versamark and heat embossed in the colour of your choice.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock A6 Card base. This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Fresh Freesia – 14.35cm X 10cm
  • Basic White Cardstock – 12.35cm X 8cm

other projects

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Stamparatus

£45.75

Bone Folder

£6.75

Paper Trimmer

£24.00

Simply Shammy

£8.00

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Make the Best of Your Scraps – Using Strips

Make the Best of Your Scraps – Using Strips – Peaceful Moments – Focus Friday – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Make the Best of Your Scraps - Using Strips - Peaceful Moments - Focus Friday - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin Up Demo - Lincoln UK
Make the Best of Your Scraps – Using Strips – Peaceful Moments – Focus Friday – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin Up Demo – Lincoln UK

I’m back today with another Focus Friday card. During the month of June, I’m looking at different ways to use our designer series paper (DSP). Today I used scraps to create these cards. These are small strips that would otherwise go unused and stay in my stash forever.

I pulled the card together with a heat embossed sentiment from Peaceful Moments. I heat embossed the cardstock mat so that everything would match.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Stamparatus

£45.75

Bone Folder

£6.75

Paper Trimmer

£24.00

Simply Shammy

£8.00

Versamark Pad

£9.00

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

How To Make a Card with Multiple Shaker Pockets

How To Make a Card with Multiple Shaker Pockets – Sweet Strawberry – Focus Friday – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin Up! Demo – UK

How To Make a Card with Multiple Shaker Pockets - Sweet Strawberry - Focus Friday - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin Up! Demo - UK
How To Make a Card with Multiple Shaker Pockets – Sweet Strawberry – Focus Friday – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin Up! Demo – UK

Welcome to this Focus Friday post. For the month of April, we have been looking at all things shaker cards. Today the focus has been on multiple shaker pockets on one card.

I used the layering circle dies to create these three windows. You could of course do any shape you wanted but I stuck to circles here. One tip is to remove the backing on the foam strips before you apply them as they are much easier to manipulate then. Also, mark where your windows will fall on the background before you apply any adhesive. It will make your life so much easier. I didn’t and yes I still managed, but learn from my mistakes.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Coastal Cabana Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 13.35cm X 9cm
  • Bermuda Bay DSP – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Stamparatus

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

Window Sheets

£4.75

Shaker Shapes

£6.50

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

Make an Easy Ladybird Birthday Card

Make an Easy Ladybird Birthday Card – Hello Ladybug – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Make an Easy Ladybird Birthday Card - Hello Ladybug - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demo - Lincoln UK
Make an Easy Ladybird Birthday Card – Hello Ladybug – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demo – Lincoln UK

Look at these adorable ladybirds. I found out that in North America they say Ladbug but we in the UK of course say Ladybird. It really is amazing how many differences they are between proper English and American English.

The Hello Ladybug stamp set comes with a matching punch which I haven’t used here. This is just the same stamp repeat stamped. It is a two step stamping set and really easy to line by hand. I didn’t use the stamparatus and these ladybirds came out great.

measurements

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Real Red – Regals Pack – Designer Series Paper – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Stamparatus

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.

How to White Heat Emboss on Black Card

How to White Heat Emboss on Black Card – Happiest of Birthdays – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

How to White Heat Emboss on Black Card - Happiest of Birthdays - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator - Lincoln UK.
How to White Heat Emboss on Black Card – Happiest of Birthdays – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up Demonstrator – Lincoln UK.

This is a really simple card but so effective. I always love the magic of heat embossing. The dull powder becomes glossy and beautiful. The only real way to get the sentiment to show bright white on dark cardstock is to white heat emboss it.

I’ve matted the black on a lovely piece of patterned paper from the Sunshine & Rainbows stack. I love the bright and saturated colours.

measurements

  • Basic Black Cardstock – A6 Cardbase- This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
  • Basic White – 14.35cm X 10cm X 2 pieces
  • Sunshine & Rainbows designer series paper –
    • 13.85cm X 9.5cm
    • 14.35cm X 1.5cm

other heat embosssed projects

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. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Stamparatus

£46.00

Bone Folder

£6.50

Paper Trimmer

£23.00

Simply Shammy

£7.50

Versamark Pad

£8.75

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 started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

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.