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March 15, 2026

Faith-Inspired Easter Cards & a Sweet Candy Basket Gift Idea

 There’s something special about handmade cards that share a message of faith. As we move closer to Easter, it feels like the perfect time to create projects that celebrate hope, love, and the meaning of the season.

During this week’s Stampin’ Sundays with Katrina, I pulled out a bundle that I absolutely love — the Faith Collection. It’s one of those timeless sets that works beautifully for Easter, encouragement cards, sympathy cards, or simply sharing a meaningful sentiment with someone you care about.

Tonight we made two beautiful cards and a simple candy basket that would be perfect for an Easter table setting, a small gift, or a thoughtful note to someone special.

You can download the step-by-step project sheets for all three projects here:
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Let’s take a closer look at the projects and a few creative tips along the way.

A Beautiful Easter Fun Fold Card

One of my favorite projects from the live was this fun fold card featuring the “He Is Risen” sentiment.

Fun folds are a great way to add interest to your cards without making them complicated. This particular design uses a unique card base with an extra panel that creates dimension when the card is displayed.

I layered Everyday Happiness Designer Series Paper with Pretty Peacock cardstock to create a soft, calming background. The wooden-style die-cut cross becomes the focal point and pairs beautifully with the faith-based sentiment.

Tip:
When layering intricate die cuts like the wooden cross, apply glue sparingly using a silicone brush or scrap paper. It keeps the adhesive neat and prevents the delicate pieces from tearing.

This card is elegant but still simple enough to make multiples if you’re creating Easter cards for friends or church members.

A Quick and Meaningful “God Is Love” Card


If you’re looking for something quick, beautiful, and meaningful, this card is perfect.

The design starts with a soft watercolor style DSP background layered onto a basic white card base. A Crushed Curry oval frames the focal point and adds a pop of color.

The stamped greenery behind the cross creates the look of palm branches — a subtle nod to Palm Sunday and the Easter season.

The sentiment “God is Love” sits across the center, bringing the entire design together.

Tip:
Adding a few rhinestones or embellishments around your focal point creates movement and catches the light without overwhelming the design.

Simple layouts like this are perfect for beginners or anyone looking to create beautiful cards without a lot of complicated steps.

A Sweet Easter Candy Basket


Last but definitely not least, we created a tiny Easter candy basket that makes an adorable table favor.

These little baskets are surprisingly easy to make using a small piece of cardstock and a few score lines. Once folded and adhered, the oval cross design is added to the front as decoration.

I stamped palm fronds around the cross and colored the lilies with Lemon Lolly Stampin’ Blends for a soft spring look.

Then of course — we filled it with chocolate. Because let’s be honest… every craft project is better when it includes candy!

Tip:
If your basket tilts slightly after assembling, trim the bottom tabs just a bit. That small adjustment helps the basket sit flat and stand up nicely.

These would be perfect for:

  • Easter dinner place settings

  • Sunday school treats

  • Small gifts for neighbors

  • Church events

Crafting with Meaning

One of the things I love most about paper crafting is how it allows us to share encouragement and faith in a tangible way.

A handmade card that says “He Is Risen” or “God is Love” can be a beautiful reminder of hope for someone who needs it.

And the best part? You don’t need complicated supplies to create something meaningful.

A Few Quick Updates from the Craft Room

✉️ New Card Class Released

I just released a new card class featuring the Words of Beauty Bundle!

In this class you’ll create four gorgeous handmade cards, and the kit includes:

  • Pre-cut card kits

  • Pearls of Beauty embellishments

  • White with Gold ribbon

  • Full PDF tutorial

  • Shipping to your door

Registration is open now and closes soon.

Register HERE 👉 https://forms.gle/VJe8hgGRir1PK57c6

📦 New Catalogs Coming Soon

The brand new Stampin’ Up! catalogs launch in May, and I’ll be mailing them to everyone on my catalog mailing list in mid-April.

If you’re already on my list, keep an eye on your mailbox!

Want the Instructions?

You can download the free project sheets for all three projects here:

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They include measurements, supplies, and step-by-step instructions so you can recreate them in your own craft room.

Which Project Was Your Favorite?

Was it the fun fold cross card, the God Is Love card, or the sweet Easter candy basket?

Leave a comment and let me know — I love hearing which projects inspire you the most.

And if you make one of these projects, be sure to save the tutorial and share your creation!

Happy crafting,
Katrina 💙



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February 9, 2026

3 Easy Card Ideas Using the Good Luck Stamp Set (Including a Fun Fold!)

Some weeks call for complicated techniques and layers on layers… and some weeks just call for cute, quick, and confidence-boosting cards. This week’s Stampin’ Sunday was definitely the second kind—and honestly, I think we all need more of those.

I featured the Good Luck stamp set and created three easy cards that come together fast, look polished, and work for lots of occasions. One of them is even a simple fun fold that looks fancy but is totally beginner-friendly.

If you’re short on time, crafting mojo, or patience (no judgment here 😉), these ideas are for you.

Card #1: “You’re Gold” (Simple With Texture)



This first card is all about clean layers and texture. The pot of gold image does the heavy lifting, while the background adds interest without overwhelming the design.

Why I love this card:

  • The embossed panel adds instant texture with zero extra effort

  • Fussy cutting is minimal and totally manageable

  • Works great for encouragement, congratulations, or appreciation

This is one of those designs you can mass-produce without getting bored.

Card #2: “Good Luck” (Quick & Classic)



This card is fast, cheerful, and perfect when you need a go-to good luck card on hand.

Key design elements:

  • Designer Series Paper does most of the work

  • A simple sentiment strip layered over ribbon adds dimension

  • Repeating horseshoes keep the layout balanced and playful

If you’re someone who likes having a stack of ready-made cards in your stash, this one’s a winner.

Card #3: “Lucky to Be Friends” (Easy Double Gatefold)



Let’s talk about the fun fold—because this one looks impressive but is surprisingly easy.

This double gatefold card opens beautifully and gives you extra space to decorate without making things complicated.

Why this fun fold works:

  • Straight scoring (no fancy measuring tricks)

  • Panels make it perfect for patterned paper

  • Opens flat for mailing—always a bonus

If fun folds usually intimidate you, this is a great place to start.





A Note on Color Choices

All of the colors for these cards came straight from the Designer Series Paper color lists. If you ever feel stuck choosing colors, this is your permission slip to let the paper do the thinking for you.

Less stress. Better results.

Free Class-to-Go Details

Because this was the first class of the month, it’s available FREE with a $35 order (before shipping and tax) in my online store by 2/15/26.

You’ll receive:

  • All the pre-cut cardstock

  • Designer Series Paper pieces

  • Embellishments

  • Instructions to create all three cards

It’s a great way to craft without pulling out your entire stash. Kits will ship on 2/20/26

If you’d like to recreate these cards, scroll back up and save this post, or drop a comment and tell me which card is your favorite—I love hearing from you!

Happy stamping,
Katrina

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