Soften the look of cards with vellum.

 Hey there.  One of my favorite things to add to cards is vellum.  This is a quick way to soften the look of your cards with or without added coloring.

Sentiment:  We cannot thank you enough.

Thank you gnome card with wonky layers.

  Welcome.  For today's project, the feature is a thank you gnome card with wonky layers.  I paired Copic marker coloring with torn paper layers and solid cardstock.

Sentiment:  Thank you.

This card can be for anyone and can also be colored for different themes, like patriotic occasions.

Layered bunny garden card

Here is a sweet layered bunny garden card with an uplifting message.  This card incorporates a touch of watercolor, patterned paper and dry embossing.

Sentiment:  You make the world a little brighter.

I was going for a garden theme.  I used floral paper and stamping along with embossed leaves for the background.

Layered watercolor flowers and bees card

 Take a look at this layered watercolor flowers and bees card.  I used watercolor layers and paper frame layers to build this up.

Sentiment:  You're the bee's knees.

Let the water do the work for you.

Magnolia flower stamping and watercolor pens

 For a feminine floral card, try using magnolia stamping with watercolor pens.  These flowers are perfect all by themselves on this card.

Sentiment:
You hold a special place in my heart.

This card can be for love, appreciation, thank you, family, friendship or just because.

Pansy flowers thank you appreciation card

For those times when you want to say words of appreciation, this is a pretty card to send.  I made it simple with touches of color plus frame cuts.

Sentiment:

You are so appreciated.

Bookcase Arch Shaped Greeting Card

Here is an uplifting and heartfelt bookcase arch shaped greeting card.  It is perfect for book lovers.  

Sentiment:

Just like wildflowers & well loved books, you bring joy to my soul.

I love the heartfelt message.

Masculine Beer Slimline Card ~ Ink Blending

 This is a fun card for the men in our life.  I made this masculine beer slimline card with stamping, ink blending and a background die-cut.  

Sentiment:  You've earned a cold one.

This is great for a birthday, congratulations, a Dad card, Father's Day, etc.

Watercolor pencils ~ cotton plant hugs card

 Hello friends.  For today, I am sharing a pretty watercolor cotton plant card.  This was fun to color using watercolor pencils. 

Sentiment:  Hugs.  You are the best.

To bring out the colors, I added a dry embossed purple background layer.

Ink blending and stencil color block

 Hi there.  Today, for Unity Stamp Company, I am sharing an ink blending and stencil color block butterfly card project.  This one needs no additional coloring.

Sentiment:
With all my heart.

This is easy to make.  I love the abstract look of it.

Friendship Christmas Wine Bottle Gift Tag

  Hi everyone.  Today, I am featuring wine bottle gift tag making.  This one is friendship and Christmas themed.

The wine tag can be made using almost any theme or stamping.

Autumn card embellishments & paper piecing

 Today for Unity Stamp Company, I am sharing Autumn card embellishments to dress up card making.  Adding extra paper piecing accents helps to set the scene.



Mixing complementary stamp sets expands the embellishment possibilities.

Easy Vintage Style Greeting Cards 2 Ways

  Today for Unity Stamp Company, I share two ways to create easy vintage style greeting cards.

These cards were made using simple mixed media, stamping, a touch of color and patterned paper.  The papers simplified it all for easy card making.

Best Teacher Ever School Card ~ Instagram Hop

 Welcome.  Thanks for visiting.  The August 2023 Unity Stamp Company Instagram Hop is happening now.  Check out all of the wonderful project inspiration.  You can find me on Insta @neatnook as well as @unitystampco and all of the other hoppers noted there.

Sentiment:
Best teacher ever

I hope that you hop on over to Instagram to leave us some love and comments.  Then, go see all of the fabulous projects.

Money holder card idea for gift giving.

 Today for the  Unity blog, I am sharing a money holder card idea that works for gift celebrations occasions, friends, teachers or just a thank you.  This one includes an interactive money loop along with creative stamping.

Sentiment:  You deserve a treat.

No coloring is involved in the making of this card.  I used a bit of paper piecing for the mug and colorful stamping for the background.

Set of 3" x 3" mini note cards with envelopes ~ Snails

 Hello.  I am showing how to make a set of 3" x 3" mini note cards with envelopes.  These four were made cute using snail stamping and colored pencils.

Sentiments:
I pretty much adore you.
Sorry, I'm a little late.
Keep on moving.
Thanks slow much.

 These can be used as mini note cards or gift tags.  I made a little gift set with cards and envelopes tied together with tulle.

Script texture dry embossing + foil accents

Today, I am sharing a simple card with script texture dry embossing plus foil accents.  This is ready to thank those who offer care and kindness.

Sentiment:

Your care and kindness makes a difference.

Adding that extra texture plus shimmer really makes all the difference and a lovely card accent.

Gnome thank you circle window card.

 Hi friends.  Today, I am sharing a cute and sweet gnome thank you card.  I made an offset window featuring the little scene.

Sentiment:

Thanks for helping me.

Thank you cards like this are nice to have on hand, especially cute ones with gnomes.

Coffee Break Watercolor Interactive Gift Card Holder

  Hello.  How about a card and gift card in one?  This is a watercolor coffee themed interactive gift card holder.  These always make a great presentation for the receiver.

Sentiment:  Take a little coffee break.

This would work for coffee or tea, just by changing out the sentiment.  It is a perfect gift for many occasions like thank you, birthdays, teacher appreciation, friendship and more.

Holiday Favor or Treat Box ~ My Creative Time I Need A Favor

 Hello, and welcome. Today, the My Creative Time team is sharing favor project ideas. I am sharing a sweet favor box with a cute gingerbread accent.

 This is super quick and easy to make, especially during the busy holiday season.  The box is one die, making it perfect for thank you, table decor, place settings, party treats or favors.