There’s something timeless and elegant about Lily of the Valley, and this birthday card beautifully captures that charm. With layers of lush greenery, delicate floral images, and a soft color palette, this card is perfect for celebrating someone special on their birthday.
The design begins with a refreshing Coastal Cabana card base layered with Basic Beige cardstock and a coordinating Lily of the Valley Designer Series Paper pattern. The botanical print provides a lovely backdrop while allowing the focal elements to shine.
To create dimension and visual interest, a Coastal Cabana square is turned on the diagonal to form a diamond shape. This simple design element helps draw the eye toward the center of the card and provides a foundation for the layered foliage.
The Lily of the Valley Bundle takes center stage with stamped and die-cut leaves arranged in varying shades of green. Layering the foliage creates depth and mimics the natural growth of the plant. The delicate Lily of the Valley blooms were stamped, die cut, lightly colored and layered over the leaves, creating a graceful focal point that stands out beautifully against the patterned background.
A touch of natural linen thread tied into a bow softens the design and adds texture without overwhelming the card. The sentiment, “Happiest Birthday Wishes!”, is featured on a simple label and tucked into the floral arrangement. A few coordinating embellishments provide the perfect finishing touch and add a subtle sparkle.
I also stamped a coordinating Lily of the Valley image inside the card, creating a polished look that carries the design from the exterior to the interior.
Step-by-step instructions …
What I love most about this card is how versatile it is. While it makes a beautiful birthday card, simply changing the sentiment would make it suitable for a variety of occasions including thank you cards, thinking of you cards, or even sympathy cards.
Thank you for stopping by today. I hope this project inspires you to pull out your favorite floral stamps and create something beautiful. If you recreate this card, I’d love to see your version!
Happy stamping!
P.S.
The June Kit-To-Go Class is now available for ordering. Visit the Classes To Go tab at the top of the post for information.
There’s something so timeless and elegant about Lily of the Valley flowers. Their delicate blooms paired with soft neutral tones create the perfect combination for a heartfelt thank you card. Today’s project features the beautiful Lily Of The Valley Bundle and the subtle patterned paper from the Valley In Bloom Designer Series Paper.
The soft gingham panels add warmth and texture while the floral die cut becomes the star of the card front. I also carried the floral design to the inside of the card for a polished finishing touch that coordinates beautifully with the front. And of course, the envelope can’t be left naked!
The card base is created using Blackberry Bliss cardstock that frames the soft Basic Beige layers perfectly. The center panel features the Lily Of The Valley stamped and die-cut flowers. The flowers were accented using the Blackberry Bliss Light Stampin’ Blends and Color Lifter to bring dimension and realism to the blooms.
A layered circle sentiment keeps the design balanced while adding contrast and depth. Tiny butterfly embellishments provide just the right amount of sparkle and movement.
Inside the card, additional stamped Lily Of The Valley images continue the floral theme, creating a beautiful surprise when the recipient opens the card.
Design Tips
Use soft blending around the flower petals for a realistic touch.
Layer coordinating patterned papers to create visual interest without overpowering the focal image.
Add embellishments sparingly to maintain the clean elegance of the design.
Decorating the inside of the card creates a more complete handmade look.
Perfect For
This “A Little Thanks” card would be wonderful for:
Thank you notes
Friend appreciation cards
Teacher gifts
Customer thank you cards
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Thanks for stopping by today and be sure to find time to be creative!
The focus of the August 2025 card class was all about fun folds. And today, I’m excited to share one of my favorites—the Painterly Pears fun fold card. I’ve named this design the “Side Cascade Accordion Fold.” There may be an “official” name out there, but I decided to call it what I see (LOL).
This unique fold really makes the Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper shine. It pairs beautifully with the Perfectly Pears Bundle. The layered panels give the card extra dimension and movement, while the side cascading design adds a touch of elegance and surprise when the card is opened.
Whether you’re looking to showcase gorgeous patterned paper or simply want to try something new, this fold is a fun way to elevate your cardmaking.
Below you’ll find video step-by-step instructions and the cutting measurements so you can create your own Side Cascade Accordion Fold card at home.
Cutting and Scoring Dimensions:
Old Olive Cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 2-1/2″, 3-3/4″, 6-3/4″ and 8-1/4″
Secret Sea Cardstock: 2 pieces @ 4″ x4″; 1 piece 2-1/2″ x 4″; 4-1/4″ x 1-1/2″ for die cut
Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper:
Pattern One 3-3/4″ x 3-3/4″ and 2-1/4″ x 3-3/4″
Pattern Two 3-3/4″ x 3-3/4″ and 6″ x 2-1/4″ for envelope flap (opt)
plus pieces to die cut – Pear, Stem with Leaves, Flowers
Scrap of Basic White to stamp/die cut sentiment
Have you tried fun folds in your cardmaking? I’d love to hear which ones are your favorites!
Thanks for stopping by and have fun being creative!
Looking for a cute birthday card? Look no further! The Turtle-y Cute Suite of products from the Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog provides everything needed to create a fun birthday card, especially for a youngster (or a youngster at heart! Best of all, you can use the Turtle-y Awesome Dies to cut images needed from the Turtle-y Cute Designer Series Paper – making it easy to create the Turtle-y Cute birthday card. The designer series paper contains many fun images and background designs to use for a variety of projects. The fun background layer of the card uses two-tone cardstock, which is embossed with the Turtle Texture Embossing Folder and the raised areas sanded. And one thing to add to your shopping list is the Shades of Green Hexagons – the embellishments are gorgeous! You’ll find an assembly video below the photo so you can recreate this card or use it as inspiration for your own design.
Assembly Video for the Turtle-y Cute Birthday Card
Today’s card inspiration features the beautiful Mixed Media Florals Suite. The suite is an Online Exclusive offered by Stampin’ Up! Products in the suite consist of two stamp bundles, Designer Series Paper (DSP), a 3-D embossing folder, and embellishments. The beautiful inspiration card below uses most of the products in the suite and is one of four cards from the February 2025 class featuring the Mixed Media Florals Product Suite.
Want to create this card? The assembly video, cut dimensions and product materials list are below to help you.
Cut Dimensions:
Petal Pink cardstock: 4 1/4″ x 11″ (score/fold at 5 1/2″ for card base)
Granny Apple Green cardstock: 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″ (2 pieces – layering panels); 5″ x 4″ (die cut – place die on angle)
Basic White: 4″ x 5 1/4″ (2 pieces)
Basic White Thick: 3 1/2″ x 5 1/4″ (stamping/die cut)
On March 1, more cards from the class featuring the Mixed Media Florals Suite will be shared. The post will include not one but two cards! Be sure to subscribe so you are notified when it’s available.
Reminder:
Sale-a-bration ends on February 28! Earn FREE products with purchases of $60 or more. Learn more and view FREE products here.
Happy New Year! I hope this post finds you well and that 2025 is off to a great start. Now that Christmas and New Year’s are behind us, it’s time to start planning for Valentine’s Day. Today’s card does just that and features the gorgeous Marbled Elegance Specialty Designer Series Paper. In addition, the Hearts of Elegance Bundle is used for the hearts and sentiment. To highlight the large heart, the card shape is square. These products are part of the Marbled Elegance Suite, an Online Exclusive from Stampin’ Up!
Cut & Score Dimensions:
Real Red Cardstock: 5 1/2″ x 11″; score/fold at 5 1/2″; 3 1/2″ x 3 1/4″ (die cut heart)
Basic White Cardstock: 5 1/4″ x 5 1/4″ (2 pieces – layering panel & interior)
Marbled Elegance Specialty Designer Series Paper: 5″ x 5″
Gold Foil Sheet: 4 1/4″ x 4″
NOTE: Square envelopes are available on Amazon.
Reminders:
Class To Go Options are available. The February and March class options are now available. The details on each option is located in the CLASSES TO GO section.
Most importantly – the new January – April Mini Catalog is now live! Plus, it’s Sale-A-Bration time – from now through the end of February, you can earn FREE products with purchases of $60 or more. Check out the brochure in the sidebar. And as if that isn’t enough, a new Scrapbooking Brochure has been released. Be sure to look at the products available in it.
During Sale-A-Bration, it’s a great time to consider becoming a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. You may ask why. Watch the video below highlighting the perks to joining and learn about the Sale-a-Bration join offer. Remember as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, you can enjoy product discounts, preview, and make early purchases on new releases plus be a part of a wonderful community of crafters. Best of all, you do not have to sell. And if you ask me, the greatest perk is becoming a member of my Playtime with Paper team! (LOL) Whether you opt to make it a business or join as a hobby demonstrator, you’ll receive my support and be able to participate in all team events. You can join here. I would love to welcome you to my team.
That’s it for today. Visit my YouTube channel to see additional cards using the beautiful Marbled Elegance Product Suite.
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