Can you believe we're already starting to think about fall crafting?
If you're anything like me, you love getting ahead on seasonal cards without feeling overwhelmed. That's exactly why I couldn't wait to share the adorable Fun for Fall Bundle from the new July Online Exclusives.
This bundle is filled with charming scarecrows, playful crows, sweet sentiments, and coordinating dies that make creating fall cards surprisingly easy. During this week's Sunday Live, I created three simple cards that are perfect for beginners but still have plenty of personality.
Let's take a closer look!
Card #1: Layering Designer Series Paper Makes a Big Impact
For the first card, I combined two coordinating patterns from the Regals Designer Series Paper with layered black mats and one of my favorite Everyday Arches Dies.
The little scarecrow becomes the star of the card without needing lots of extra embellishments.
A few simple details make all the difference:
- Layer patterned paper with narrow black mats for definition.
- Pop up your focal image with Dimensionals for added depth.
- Finish with a few Rustic Metallic Adhesive Dots for a warm fall feel.
It's clean, cheerful, and comes together quickly.
Card #2: You Don't Have to Use the Whole Stamp
Instead of cutting out the full scarecrow, I only used the upper portion peeking out from behind a stitched circle. It completely changes the look of the image and stretches your supplies even further.
I also added a narrow embossed Balmy Blue strip using one of the new Seasonal Cheer Mini Embossing Folders.
It's a small detail, but it adds beautiful texture without overwhelming the design.
Sometimes thinking outside the box with your stamps gives you even more creative possibilities.
Card #3: Simple Stamping with a Touch of Humor
The sentiment "This is Something to Crow About!" is fun, playful, and perfect for celebrating all kinds of accomplishments.
Instead of leaving the sentiment as one long strip, I cut it apart and layered the pieces over a stitched circle. It's an easy design trick that creates movement and adds interest.
If you've ever hesitated to cut apart a sentiment, don't be afraid! As long as you trim carefully, you can create so many different looks.
My Favorite Coloring Combination
Several viewers asked how I colored the scarecrow, so here are the Stampin' Blends I used:
- Darling Duckling
- Blueberry Bushel
- Cherry Cobbler
- Pecan Pie
- Crumb Cake (or Ivory for skin)
- Mossy Meadow
These warm fall colors bring the scarecrow to life while keeping everything soft and cheerful.
Don't Forget Your Free Tutorial
If you're on my mailing list, your printable PDF tutorial is arriving in your inbox otherwise, you can grab it right here..
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Inside you'll find:
- Complete measurements
- Supply list
- Step-by-step instructions
- Photos of all three cards
And remember...
This month's Fun for Fall class is FREE with a $40 order (before shipping and tax) placed by July 15th. I'll mail you all of the prepared cardstock and consumable supplies so you can recreate these cards at home using your own stamps and inks.
I hope these projects inspire you to start creating for fall a little early!
I'd love to hear from you in the comments: Which card is your favorite—the Hay There scarecrow, the Congratulations card, or the playful crows?
Happy stamping!
– Katrina