There’s something special about making a card with a particular person or feeling in mind. Sometimes we want to offer a little encouragement or a reminder to slow down. Other times, a simple “thinking of you” is exactly what someone needs.
Today I’m sharing two beautiful handmade card ideas; each with its own style, techniques, and thoughtful details.
Peace Begins in the Present Moment
This gorgeous interactive card by Eileen Ong combines soft florals, warm foiling, texture, and a hidden surprise.
The background was embossed with the Diamond Dusk 3D Embossing Folder, creating a delicate diamond pattern that adds texture without competing with the focal design.
The flowers were created using our Poppy Prism Stencils 360°™ in fresh shades of pink and green. After stencilling, Eileen fussy cut the florals and trimmed them to create the beautiful floral gatefold on either side of the card.
At the centre is the word “PRESENT” from our Moments of Calm Premium Foiled Affirmation Words, layered over a Circles of Clarity Premium Foiled Reflection Circle.
But there’s more than meets the eye!
The centre circle lifts to reveal a hidden space underneath for a personal handwritten message. A coordinating belly band wraps around the finished card, holding the gatefold closed while making the large foiled sentiment the star of the design.
It’s such a lovely interpretation of the reminder:
Peace begins in the present moment.
Sunbird Spark supplies used
- Poppy Prism Stencils 360°™
- Diamond Dusk 3D Embossing Folder
- Moments of Calm Premium Foiled Affirmation Words
- Circles of Clarity Premium Foiled Reflection Circles
Thinking of You
Our second card, created by Mimi Lo, has an entirely different look! Light, fresh and filled with cheerful florals.
Mimi created the floral arrangement using the Simply Said Florals Stamp Set and Coordinating Dies, adding pops of pink, purple, yellow and green while keeping plenty of white space around the design.
The subtle background is embossed with the Art Deco Elegance 3D Embossing Folder. Using white cardstock keeps the embossed pattern beautifully understated while still adding lots of dimension and interest.
A delicate Leafy Border and Roses Die frames the outside of the card, giving the design another layer of texture without taking attention away from the floral arrangement.
To finish the card, Mimi heat embossed the “Thinking of You” sentiment in white embossing powder against black cardstock. The strong contrast creates the perfect focal point among all those delicate flowers.
Sunbird Spark supplies used
- Simply Said Florals Stamp Set
- Simply Said Florals Coordinating Dies
- Leafy Border and Roses Die
- Art Deco Elegance 3D Embossing Folder
A Handmade Way to Say “I’m Thinking of You”
Although these two cards have completely different personalities, they share something we love about cardmaking: a handmade card can turn a very simple message into something deeply personal.
Whether it’s a reminder to pause and be present or just a little note to let someone know they’re on your mind, the time and care that goes into creating the card becomes part of the message itself.
We hope these projects inspire you to pull out your favourite stamps, stencils, dies and embossing folders and create a little moment of connection for someone you care about.
Sharon for Sunbird Spark
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