Friends Card using the You Are Remarkable Stamp Set
If you’re searching for the perfect handmade card to brighten a friend’s day, you’ll adore this Friends Card using the You Are Remarkable Stamp Set by Stampin’ Up! I’m excited to share this card that is fresh, fun, and easy to create, perfect for celebrating friendship or any special occasion.
The You Are Remarkable Stamp Set makes crafting gorgeous cards so simple. I especially love this set because it pairs elegant floral designs with warm, heartfelt sentiments. On today’s card, I chose the sweet sentiment “friends are flowers in the garden of life” because who doesn’t cherish the friends who brighten our lives every day?
The design of this card features bold floral imagery so Icombined it with the Playful Stripes Background Stamp to create a charming and lively backdrop. Using the Summer Spash ink pad for the stripes makes the card fresh and appealing for any time of year. This color palette instantly lifts your spirits, and it’s versatile enough to suit birthdays, thank-you notes, or just a special pick-me-up for a friend.
To add depth and dimension, I incorporated simple layers and soft ribbon details. But don’t worry—this card is very beginner-friendly and comes together quickly. You won’t need any advanced skills or special techniques to create this eye-catching card.
The true beauty of this card is its simplicity. It proves that you don’t have to spend hours creating something meaningful. Handmade cards always carry a special charm, and this card is sure to delight your friends. Imagine the smile on their face when they open this cheerful, thoughtful creation!
Ready to make your own Friends Card using the You Are Remarkable Stamp Set? Grab your favorite inks, cardstock, and let’s craft together. I’ll guide you step-by-step, and you’ll have a beautiful card ready in no time. Let’s start crafting and show your friends just how remarkable they really are.
How To Make This Card
Project Skill Level: Busy Bee
Busy Bee projects are designed for the beginner or busy papercrafter. This is a basic cardmaking project that can be achieved by someone who has never made a handmade card before. You can view more Busy Bee cards here.
Cardstock Measurements:
- Summer Splash Cardstock: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″, scored at 4-1/4″
- Basic White Cardstock: 4″ x 5-1/4″ (2 pieces)
- Summer Splash Cardstock: 1-1/2″ x 2-3/4″
- Basic White Cardstock: 1-1/4″ x 2-1/2″
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Fold the Summer Splash cardstock in half at the score line to create your card base.
- Adhere one of the 4″ x 5-1/4″ pieces of Basic White cardstock inside the card.
- Using the other piece of 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White cardstock, stamp the Painted Stamp Background stamp onto the cardstock using Summer Splash Ink.
- Stamp the large open daisy image onto the Basic White cardstock using Black Memento ink. Continue until the entire cardstock is stamped. Adhere to the front of the card using adhesive.
- Stamp the sentiment onto the 1-1/4″ strip of Basic White cardstock using Black Memento ink. Adhere to the 1-1/2″ strip of Summer Splash cardstock and set aside.
- Cut 6″ of the White Ribbon and create a zig-zag pattern, adhering to the back of the Summer Splash cardstock from the previous step. Trim ends as needed.
- Adhere the Summer Splash cardstock to the front of the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Tip: the Stampin’ Dimensionals will also help hold the ribbon in place.
A Tip from Barb
Don’t have any pretty paper? No problem! Use the Painted Stripes Background stamp in conjunction with any other stamp set you have to create your own background paper! Quick, easy, and oh so pretty!
Thanks for stopping by for today’s card tutorial! My goal is to help you make quick & easy greeting cards for all occasions. If you’d like more detailed directions on how to make this card, feel free to email me. I hope you’ll join me again for more card-making ideas!
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