If you’re ready to make a fun, all-occasion card that will bring a smile to anyone’s face, you’re going to love this Handmade Card with the Long Time No See Stamp Set. Sometimes we want to reach out to someone we haven’t connected with in a while, and this playful design is the perfect way to do it. The whimsical llama image paired with the “Long Time No See” sentiment creates a card that’s equal parts cute and thoughtful.
What I love most about this card is how adaptable the design can be. Want to step it up a bit? You could add some embossed texture to the background, or even die-cut the sentiment panels for more detail. Prefer to keep it simple? Just stick with stamping and layering—you’ll still have a beautiful handmade card ready to pop in the mail in minutes.
Handmade cards like this remind us that staying connected doesn’t have to be complicated. With just a few supplies and a little creative playtime, you can brighten someone’s day and let them know you’ve been thinking of them. And really, isn’t that what cardmaking is all about?
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And let’s talk about color!
One of the best parts about this project is how simple it is to put together. Using just three coordinating Stampin’ Up!® colors, Daffodil Delight, Basic Gray, and Cloud Cover, you get a cheerful yet sophisticated look without any fuss. I love how Daffodil Delight adds a pop of brightness, while Basic Gray and Cloud Cover keep the overall design grounded and versatile. This makes it easy to adapt the card for anyone on your list, whether it’s a friend, neighbor, or family member.
For this “Busy Bee” version of the card, I stamped the llama image multiple times to create a fun frame around the sentiment. Coloring was kept minimal, using the Stampin’ Blends. I added just a touch of Daffodil Delight for the sweater cuffs to tie everything together. The sentiment “Long Time No See” was stamped in bold Basic Gray and layered onto Cloud Cover cardstock, giving it a crisp and polished finish. Everything was mounted onto a Basic Gray layer before attaching it to a Daffodil Delight card base. The result is a clean, eye-catching card that feels lighthearted and warm.
This layout is simple, which makes it a dream for stampers who need a card in a hurry—but it’s also super adaptable. You could change the colors, switch the sentiment, or even replace the Llama with one of the other animal images from the stamp set. Either way, the bones of this card make it easy to recreate and modify for any occasion.
The best part? You can put it together in about 20 minutes, and it looks like something from a boutique card shop. Stampin’ Up! products make it so easy to mix and match textures, colors, and tools in a way that feels intentional and fun—not overwhelming.
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Handmade Card with the Long Time No See Stamp Set
Cardstock Measurements
- Daffodil Delight Cardstock: 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", scored at 4-1/4"
- Basic White Cardstock: 4" x 5-1/4" (inside card mat)
- Basic Gray Cardstock: 4" x 5-1/4"
- Basic White Cardstock: 3-3/4" x 5"
- Cloud Cover Cardstock: 1/2" x 1-1/2"
- Cloud Cover Cardstock: 3/4" x 1-7/8"
Step-By-Step Instructions
- Fold the Daffodil Delight Cardstock in half at the 4-1/4" score line to create your card base. Adhere the 4" x 5-1/4" piece of Basic White cardstock inside the card.
- Using the 3-3/4" x 5" piece of Basic White cardstock, stamp the llama image randomly 3 times around the cardstock edge using Tuxedo Black Memento ink. (See the sample for placement.)
- Color in the Llama images using the Smoky Slate Blends for the Llamas and the Dark Daffodil Delight Blend for the sweater.
- Adhere the Basic White cardstock to the Basic Gray cardstock and then to the front of the card.
- Stamp the "long time" sentiment onto the smaller 1/2" piece of Cloud Cover cardstock using Tuxedo Black Memento ink. Stamp the "no see" sentiment onto the 3/4" piece of Cloud Cover cardstock using the same ink.
- Adhere both of the stamped Cloud Cover sentiments to the lower left corner of the card using Stampin' Dimensionals to finish. (See sample for placement.)
Skill Level
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.
