Quick & Easy Valentine Cards Using Love Notes DSP (No Stamps, No Ink!)

 

When You Want to Craft… But Not Think

Some weeks you want to create, not problem-solve. No complicated layouts. No ink blending. No “what sentiment do I even use?” moments.

This week’s Stampin’ Sunday projects are exactly that kind of crafting — quick, easy Valentine cards made almost entirely from paper. No stamps. No ink. Minimal supplies. Maximum cute.

If you’re short on time, energy, or creative brainpower, these cards are your new best friend.

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The Star of the Show: Love Notes Designer Series Paper

The Love Notes 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper does all the heavy lifting here. Each sheet is double-sided with pre-designed sentiments, icons, and patterns that are ready to cut and go.

Why I love this pack:

• Sentiments already printed (yes please)

• Coordinating designs front and back

• Perfect for mass-producing cards

• Works for Valentine’s and everyday encouragement

Bonus: You get eight sheets of each design, so you can make a lot without running out fast.

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Card #1: Be My Valentine

This card is a simple layered layout that lets the paper shine.

Why it works:

• Full DSP coverage = no thinking

• Offset panels add interest without effort

• A popped-up sentiment gives instant dimension

Pro tip: Use any leftover strips on the inside of the card so nothing goes to waste.

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Card #2: Happy Valentine’s Day

This design uses two 3" x 3" DSP squares layered at an angle for a modern look.

What makes it special:

• Intersecting layers create movement

• A vellum banner softens the sentiment

• Rhinestones add just enough sparkle

If you wanted to change this up, swap the card base to Azure Afternoon for a bold color pop.

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Card #3: Sending Hugs

This one might be my favorite — and it’s not just for Valentine’s Day.

Why this design is so versatile:

• Works for encouragement, thinking-of-you, or sympathy

• Tall sentiment panel draws the eye

• Vellum layer adds softness without bulk

Honestly, “Sending Hugs” is a year-round card. We all need one of those on hand.

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Bonus Card: You’re Amazing

Because sometimes the back side of the paper is just too good not to use.

This bonus card proves:

• Valentine paper doesn’t have to be Valentine-only

• Encouragement cards are always appreciated

• Simple layouts let sentiments shine

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Why These Cards Are Perfect for Busy Women

These projects are ideal if:

• You’re new to cardmaking

• You want fast results

• You need multiple cards quickly

• You don’t want to buy a ton of supplies

All you really need:

• Love Notes DSP

• Cardstock

• Trimmer

• Adhesive

• A little bling ✨

That’s it.

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Final Thoughts

If you’ve been feeling creatively stuck or overwhelmed, this is your permission slip to keep it simple. Let the paper do the work. Enjoy the process. And actually finish your cards.

💬 Tell me in the comments: Which card was your favorite — or are you Team “Bonus Card"?

🐻 Valentine Kisses: A Free Card Class with a $50 Order

 Valentine’s cards don’t have to be complicated to be absolutely adorable — and this week’s projects are proof of that. 💕

During this week’s Stampin’ Sunday, I shared three sweet, playful cards using the Valentine Kisses bundle, and honestly… these little bears might just steal your heart.

This class kicks off our first FREE class of the month, and it’s designed to help you get Valentine-ready without stress, overwhelm, or hours at your craft table.

Let’s break it all down.

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💌 What We Made This Week

We created three handmade Valentine cards, each with its own personality:

1. Bear Hugs & Kisses Card

A classic layered card with embossed hearts, stitched die-cut hearts, and an adorable bear holding a bouquet. Simple, clean, and perfect for mailing.

2. Sweet Bear with Ribbon Accent

This card adds soft color, ribbon detail, and gentle texture for a slightly more elegant Valentine — still cute, but polished.

3. The Kissing Booth Card

This one is pure fun. Two bears, a tiny kissing booth, playful designer paper, and a sentiment that makes everyone smile. This card alone makes the bundle worth it.

Each card is beginner-friendly, but still interesting enough for seasoned stampers. Change the sentiment, and these designs easily work for birthdays, thinking-of-you cards, or just because.

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🎁 How the FREE Card Class Works

This is one of my favorite perks to offer — and it’s simple:

• Place a $50 minimum order (before shipping & tax) in my online Stampin’ Up! store

• Use that order to treat yourself to supplies you actually want

• I’ll send you everything you need to make all 3 Valentine cards

🗓 Order window: Now through the 15th
📦 Kits ship: On the 20th

No guesswork. No prep. Just open your kit and start crafting.

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💕 Why I Love the Valentine Kisses Bundle

This bundle is one of those “quietly versatile” ones. Yes, it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day — but it doesn’t stop there.

• Bears can hold hearts, flowers, honey pots, or even another bear

• Great for anniversaries, kids’ cards, encouragement cards, and birthdays

• Works beautifully with soft pastels or bold reds and pinks

• Cute without being cheesy (and that’s a fine line!)

If you grab the bundle as part of your $50 order, you automatically qualify for the FREE class — easy win.

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✂️ Want Even More Valentine Projects?

If you’re loving these bears and want to keep going, my friend Cyndy from Stamping the Wild Way and I also have a Valentine Kisses Card Class available separately.

That class includes:

• Supplies to make 4 additional cards

• Coordinating ribbon + designer paper

• Two designs from me and two from Cyndy

✨ Combine the FREE class + the Valentine class and you’ll have 7 handmade cards ready to go.

     Register for the Valentine Kisses card class HERE

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❤️ Let’s Get You Crafting

If you’ve been craving something creative, cozy, and fun — this is your sign.

👉 Place your $50 order by the 15th
👉 Get your FREE Valentine Kisses card kit
👉 Make cards that actually get used and loved

Drop a comment and tell me which card is your favorite — I love hearing what you gravitate toward!

Love Cat's Head over Heels by Stampin' Up!

 Hello my friends!

I have another adorable card featuring Stampin' Up! Love Cats. And I am HEAD OVER HEELS for this stamp set! I LOVE Petal Pink paired with Sweet Sorbet. They compliment each other so well here. 

Once again, another super simple card that is sure to make you and your recipient smile. I hope this weeks cards helped you to fall in love with the Stampin' Up! Love Cats stamp set. You can get the card kits to make this weeks cards, by placing an order of $35 or more in my online store before Midnight Saturday 2/11 using the current host code:CYKQGVAJ 

Happy stamping,

Product List

Love Cats Cling Stamp Set (English) [160410] $21.00	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229] $8.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.25	Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985] $9.25	Country Floral Lane 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [160375] $12.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00	Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin' Pad [159216] $8.00	Sweet Sorbet Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [159224] $9.00	Stylish Shapes Dies [159183] $30.00	2022–2024 In Color Baker's Twine Pack [159195] $15.00
Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.25

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More Love Cats - Shelf Sitter Kitty

 Hello again my friends,

Today I bring you another cute card featuring the Love Cats stamp set from Stampin' Up! This card is a smidge more involved than yesterdays' but still pretty simple nonetheless. 

This sweet Valentine calls for a little fussy cutting, not my favorite thing to do, but honestly it wasn't too bad of an image to fussy cut. and ya gotta admit, he's too stinkin' cute! I used a sketch to help me design this card. Sketches are a GREAT way to come up with card ideas when you aren't sure what you want to do or where to begin with a card. 

Pinterest is FULL of sketches. Just search "card sketches" and pages and pages will reveal themselves. I challenge  you to go find a sketch and grab a stamp set and just play. Have fun with them. and 

Happy Stamping,

Product List

Love Cats Cling Stamp Set (English) [160410] $21.00	Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155613] $9.25	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.25	Dandy Designs 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [160836] $30.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00
Fresh Freesia Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [155518] $9.00	Painted Posies 3 D Embossing Folder [159175] $10.00	Baker's Twine Essentials Pack [155475] $11.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.25

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Gnome is where your Heart is...Stampin' Up! Friendly Gnomes for the Valentine Win!

 Hey friends,

I am loving the versatility of the Friendly Gnomes stamp set. This time, I'm sharing a Valentine card with you featuring these sweet little cuties. Once again, this is another quick and easy card. 

This card is totally CASEd from the 2023 January to April Mini Catalog. But it's so simple but effectively tells your recipient that you love them while giving them the CUTEST hand-made card. Have you grabbed these cuties yet? By the way, the coordinating die are currently in "low inventory" and are "while supplies last" so if they happen to be on your wish list, grab 'em while you can. 

Happy Stamping my friends!

Product List

Friendly Gnomes Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [160714] $24.00	Gnomes Dies [159625] $31.00	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [120953] $9.25	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.25	Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138337] $9.25
Country Gingham 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [160388] $12.00	Country Floral Lane 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [160375] $12.00	Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin' Pad [159216] $8.00	Sweet Sorbet Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [159224] $9.00	Mint Macaron Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154889] $9.00
Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154893] $9.00	Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154904] $9.00	Stylish Shapes Dies [159183] $30.00	Stitched With Whimsy Dies [155314] $29.00	Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels [158130] $7.50

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