There’s just something about squirrels that makes us smile—especially when they’re cute, fluffy, and holding tiny acorns or presents. This week during Stampin’ Sundays with Katrina, I featured the Fluffy Squirrel Stamp & Punch Bundle, and let me tell you—it’s stinkin’ adorable! Whether you’re crafting for fall, birthdays, or just because, these little critters bring a playful touch to any handmade card.
Today, I’m sharing three simple but oh-so-cute card ideas that you can recreate with this bundle. Grab your pecan pie ink, a little Early Espresso, and let’s get stamping!
🍂 Card One: “May You Gather Happiness”
This first card sets the tone for cozy fall crafting.
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Base & Layers: I started with a Basic Beige card base and layered on gold-foiled paper from the Gathering Together Designer Series Paper pack.
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Accents: Two bannered strips of coordinating DSP added texture, topped with a stitched circle die cut.
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The Star: Our sweet squirrel was stamped in Early Espresso with a Pecan Pie filler, then punched out and popped up with dimensionals. His acorn was colored with Stampin’ Blends (light and dark Pecan Pie) for realistic shading.
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Finishing Touch: A sprinkle of Cajun Craze and gold gems brought in just the right autumn sparkle.
This card is quick, easy, and perfect for sending warm wishes during the fall season.
🎁 Card Two: “Go Nuts, It’s Your Birthday!”
Who says squirrels are just for autumn? This birthday card proves otherwise!
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Base & Layers: Thick Basic White with a fun patterned DSP panel. I layered on a postage die cut piece for stamping.
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Squirrel Story: The first squirrel sits perched on a stamped and shaded tree stump, while a second squirrel (punched out this time) holds a fussy-cut present. The gift was colored in Cherry Cobbler and Darling Duckling Blends for a festive pop.
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Technique Spotlight: The sentiment, “Go Nuts, It’s Your Birthday,” was heat embossed in white on Early Espresso cardstock, then die-cut into an arched banner.
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Sparkle Factor: Coordinating gems added just the right birthday shine.
This card is playful, cheerful, and guaranteed to make someone smile!
🐿️ Card Three: The Fuzzy Velvet Squirrel
This last design might just be my favorite—because who doesn’t love a fuzzy squirrel you can actually pet?
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Base & Layers: Early Espresso card base with an embossed plaid white panel, topped with a DSP strip. A diamond-shaped Darling Duckling cardstock layer gave it some bold contrast.
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Texture Magic: I stamped the squirrel on specialty flocked velvet paper, punched him out, and let the texture do the talking. (Tip: the ink takes longer to dry on velvet paper, so you may want to heat set it on low.)
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Sentiment: A simple banner strip stamped with “Can’t wait to see you again” tied the design together.
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Finishing Touch: A trio of embellishments brought balance and shine.
This card shows how easy it is to elevate your designs with texture—perfect for when you want to wow without a lot of extra effort.
Tips for Working with the Fluffy Squirrel Bundle
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Layering DSP: Mix foiled and patterned papers for instant dimension.
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Heat Embossing: Always preheat your heat tool for smoother results.
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Velvet Paper: Be patient with drying times or give it a quick blast with the low heat setting.
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Punching Strategy: Stamp first, then punch for perfect alignment every time.
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Closing
I hope these three projects have given you some fresh ideas for using the Fluffy Squirrel Stamp & Punch Bundle. Whether you’re crafting for fall, birthdays, or just to bring a smile, this bundle is sure to become a favorite in your stash.
👉 Tell me in the comments—which card is YOUR favorite? The happy fall squirrel, the birthday squirrel, or the fuzzy velvet squirrel? Don’t forget to pin these ideas to save for later, and be sure to check out my YouTube channel if you’d like to watch the full tutorial replay.