Blooming Thanks in a Mason Jar

Hi friends!

Today's project is a mason jar card. This week at the Splitcoaststampers Free for All Challenge, we are creating projects inspired by containers. For my project, I couldn’t resist the gorgeous Jar and Flowers stamp set from SweetMissDaisy Designs. There’s something so timeless and comforting about a mason jar filled with fresh blooms.

My Process

I started with a top-fold card base and layered on a strip of purple patterned paper (3 1/2" x 5 1/2") from the Daisies paper pack. This gave the card a bold, cheerful border for the image layer.

Next, I created my focal panel (2 3/4" x 5 1/2"). I stamped the mason jar first, then added the bouquet inside—this process helps ground the flowers naturally within the container.

I got the idea for the colors from ArtNudge #426D. I chose a blue-green color for the jar and a cheerful mix of flowers for the inside. To add a soft finishing touch, I tied a white satin bow at the top of the jar.

For the sentiment, I stamped the “thank you” above the arrangement. And for just a bit of whimsy—I added a tiny bee buzzing in to visit the flowers. I love how that minor detail brings the entire scene to life!

Challenge Inspiration

I’m also playing along with the Splitcoaststampers Featured Stamper Challenge #1000—what an amazing milestone! My inspiration came from a beautiful card featuring blue boots used as a container for flowers. I carried over the idea of a uniquely colored container and bright florals but swapped the boots for a mason jar and traded butterflies for a single buzzing bee.

Wrap-Up

The design of this mason jar card is easy to customize with your favorite stamps, papers, and coloring styles. Handmade thank you cards are such a meaningful way to share a little creativity and kindness.

I hope this project inspires you to create your own container-themed card!

If you love a little buzz in your designs, you might also enjoy:

• Golden Garden cards with Bees
• Double the Bees and a Snail
• Chunky Buzzing By Bee

Happy stamping!

April #ArtNudge Blog Link party with a chance to win a prize. 

Golden Garden Greetings - Handmade Cards

 Warm Flower Garden Palette – SweetMissDaisy Designs April Release

Hello and welcome to the SweetMissDaisy Designs April Release! This month is overflowing with beautiful florals, charming seed packets, and even a snowman tucked into the mix—such a fun and whimsical collection.

Today I’m sharing a trio of cards inspired by summer’s golden rays and a warm flower garden palette filled with ochre, white, purple, blue, and green.

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🌼 Card One – Golden Daisy Bouquet

To begin, I’m featuring the stunning Daisy Bouquet stamp set. I paired it with a piece of the gorgeous Daisies patterned paper for the background, which instantly sets that soft summer tone.

I cut out a stitched layer to show off the bouquet, and then I added a cute little bee to give it some life and movement. To keep the design clean and balanced, the sentiment is stamped right onto the panel.

To finish, I scattered a few golden gems around the image and sentiment—just enough sparkle to catch the light without overwhelming the softness of the card.

The inside features a piece of coordinating Daisy and Bee notepad paper by SweetMissDaisy Designs.

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🌞 Card Two – Sunshine Postage Collage

This next card is a golden ray of sunshine and one of my favorites from today’s projects.

One of the things I love most about SweetMissDaisy Designs is how beautifully the sets mix and match. For this card, I combined elements from multiple sets to create a layered postage collage look.

I used the Sow With Love set for the 5¢ image and paired it with a bee from the Jar and Flowers set, placing them on a square postage-style die-cut. I added cancellation marks for that authentic postal feel and layered in stamped text from Penelope’s Garden, tearing the edges and distressing them with tea dye ink for a vintage touch.

The background and tag come from the Daisies paper pack, and I tucked a delicate paper doily behind the tag for added softness. A few strips of coordinating washi tape bring in extra color and texture behind the sentiment, “You Brighten My Day.”

To finish the tag, I added a beautiful sunflower image from the Jar and Flowers stamp set, tying everything together in those rich golden yellows and soft teal tones.

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🌸 Card Three – Seed Packet Garden Collage

For my final card, I leaned fully into the collage style using the Sow With Love seed packet set.

The background again features the Daisies paper, layered with two pieces of lace—one at the top and one near the bottom—for a soft, vintage feel.

I stamped and customized two seed packets with flowers, postage elements, and decorative details. This set is incredibly fun because there are so many ways to personalize each packet.

To finish, I added a small “Happy Birthday” tag and a metal heart embellishment for a sweet, heartfelt touch.

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These designs are inspired by beautiful color challenges and art prompts, but they can easily be adapted using your own favorite supplies and techniques.

SCS Inspiration Challenge

#SSSIGCHALLENGE at Simon Says Challenge  (bees on two cards) 

Cardmaking is such a meaningful way to share creativity, and I hope these warm, garden-inspired designs encourage you to create something beautiful today.

You might also enjoy my Garden Girl card  or my Rooster and Sunflower Postage Collage in a similar color palette.

Feathers, Sunflowers, and a bit of Courage

🐓  Hello friends!

I’m having such a delightful time creating with SweetMissDaisy Designs this month!

For today’s project, I made a top-fold card using a piece of patterned paper from the Sunflower Fields paper pack for the background. The Waffle Flower Postage Collage Die is one of my favorites—it offers so many possibilities for unique designs!

I die-cut a layer with the Postage Collage Die, then cut a large square to fill the bottom portion of the design. Onto that square, I stamped the rooster from the Rooster and Sunflowers stamp set by SweetMissDaisy Designs + Serendipity Stamps. On the die-cut frame itself, I added sunflowers in the upper rectangle and a few vintage-style numbers from the same set in the small right corner. I also stamped Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 in the corresponding spaces for a fun scientific-illustration look.

To complete the design, I stamped the word “courage” from the same set. The rooster is colored in warm, vivid shades of yellow, orange, and red, while his body and tail feathers are rich blues—a striking contrast to the ochre sunflowers in the background.

#ArtNudge 1025A inspired this card 1025A. Be sure to check out the link party on the Art Nudge blog for a chance to win!

Shop the October Release and so

 much more in the SweetMissDaisy Etsy Shop.

Sunflowers to Snowmen - October SweetMissDaisy Release

 SweetMissDaisy October Release Day – 3 Cards to Share!

Hello friends, and welcome to the October SweetMissDaisy Designs Release Day!

This month’s release is packed with fabulous new stamps, papers, and notepads that are sure to spark your creativity. I have three projects to share today, each featuring one of the beautiful new background stamps plus some sweet details from the coordinating sets.

🌻 Sunflower Tile – Be Still

For my first card, I pulled out my embossing powder. The Sunflower Tile background stamp transferred beautifully to cardstock — no patchy spots, just a crisp design! I heat embossed it in gold and then ink blended Wild Honey and a touch of Vintage Photo Distress Inks across the panel. For the sentiment, I used “Be Still” along with the sentiment frame from the Rooster & Sunflowers set. A little ribbon tucked behind the sentiment finishes the design.

 I love the shine and texture!

⛄ Snowman & Plaid

Next up is a fun take on the ever-popular postage stamp style. I inked the Sketchy Plaid background stamp in Peacock Feathers Distress Ink, cut it with the Postage Stamp die, then trimmed along the perforations to create individual “stamps.” I paired those with the sweetest snowman from the Just For You stamp set — perfect for both tags and cards. I filled the other postage areas with images from Rooster & Sunflowers, Correspondence Bits, and a few snowflakes from Just For You. A sentiment tag tied with red ribbon pulls it all together. Snow much fun!

🌲 Woodgrain Winter Tag

My last card features the fabulous Woodgrain background, stamped in brown on kraft and splattered with white paint for a snowy look. I added a die cut tag using patterned paper from the Winter Friends paper pack — such a sweet design with the little characters from Just For You! 

For the inside, I couldn’t resist adding a piece of the coordinating Winter Friends notepad for a surprise detail. Rustic, festive, and oh-so-cozy.

I’ll be sharing more projects all month long, but you don’t have to wait! Head over to the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy shop to see the entire October release, including stamp sets, paper packs, and notepads.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Sunflower Love

 I am on the Pajama Crafter Stamps Blog with a full reveal of this beauty today!

Sunflowers remind me of sweet childhood memories of Kansas. The majestic flowers peeped over the fences of family gardens. 🌻 

This week's Featured Stamper at Splitcoaststampers is Mspork, and I found a gorgeous sunny yellow card in her gallery! 

I chose the breathtaking Sketched Florals Sunflower Stamp and Die Bundle by Pajama Crafter Stamps. The sentiment is from the Doctor Koala Bear stamp and die bundle set, a perfect choice since it's for my sister, who shares my love for sunflowers as much as I do. She also has a patch of the regal flowers in her backyard!

Stop by the Pajama Crafter Stamps Shop and head to the SALE section to grab these sets at a terrific price!

Crafted with love and memories of summer 💛

I am also entering this in #ArtNudge 825B, focusing on the flowers as the theme. 

Happy to Bee Among the Flowers - SweetMissDaisy Release Day

 Happy Release Day for SweetMissDaisy Designs!

I'm excited to share this month’s new goodies from SweetMissDaisy Designs—two gorgeous paper packs and three adorable stamp sets! Today, I'm featuring the oh-so-sweet GiGi stamp. Isn’t she the cutest? I love how she looks nestled among those vibrant flowers, with a busy little bee buzzing above her.

I paired her with the Bzzz background paper—how perfect is that? I always have the most fun when I get to mix and match coordinating stamps and papers. Everything works together so beautifully!
You can find all the new items at the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy Shop.

Art Nudge 425A, which features stunning florals and a bee, also inspired this card! I couldn’t resist letting that inspiration guide this happy little scene.

I am also participating in the Paper Funday Challenge with the Optional Twist of using something that starts with the letter B!

I have buzzing bees all over my project. Beautiful blooms surround the darling kitty and the name of the paper pack is Bzzz.

Go peek at what’s new—there’s so much to love!

Thanks for stopping by!

Spring Things - Day 2 IO April Release Hop

Welcome to day two of the Impression Obsession April Release!

Today is the second day of the Impression Obsession April Release. For my first card, I combined the Butterfly Garden Sayings and Let's Chat stamp sets. The flower images from the Let's Chat set were stamped randomly, and I used a sentiment from the Butterfly Garden Sayings stamp set. Additionally, I fussy cut a butterfly to complete the design.

Next, it's graduation time! 2023 was our last big graduation celebration, however, I had fun making this card for my stash.  The 3-step Layered Confetti stencil set makes this card especially fun. This stencil set will be used often for celebration cards! I also used the new easy-to-use Graduation Hats die set and the Graduation Sayings to complete the design.  

Lastly, I am featuring the new Script Celebrate! This word die will bring a smile to every recipient! I  used papers from the Basic Plaids pack and the Warm Watercolors.  

Thanks for stopping by!

Yay! - IO Product Focus - Craft Dies

Hello!  This month at IO the Product Focus is Dies! Dies can add a lot of fun and dimension to card layouts. Here is what I used on this card.

Script Yay

Shaker Tags

Wacky Stitched Circle

Crazy Stitched Set

Birthday Hugs (sentiment)

Alphabet Sayings - Spring (flower)

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Angela Bode

Anna Wight

Dina Kowal

Giovana Smith

Jeanne Streiff

Laura Fulcher

Robin Clendenning

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Celebrate with Flowers - IO Theme Day & Sale!

Hi, Happy Monday!  I hope you had a lovely Easter weekend. This week at IO we are featuring Spring Flowers and a sale!

Click HERE to begin shopping the wide variety of sale items!  

I used Easter background paper with soft spring flowers and included flowers from the Birthday Bunnies set. It's such a sweet set! I also love using the coordinating Birthday Bunnies Die set! I layered the mini scene on a Rounded Rectangle 1 layer and finished the card.

Hop the entire team for more beautiful flower projects! 

Impression Obsession Blog

Vicki Garrett

Angela Bode

Anna Wight

Dina Kowal

Giovana Smith

Jeanne Streiff

Laura Fulcher

Laura Williams

Robin Clendenning

Thanks for looking!

Hi! It's Impression Obsession Team Favorites

Hello! It's time for Team Favorites at Impression Obsession. With so many beautiful products in the monthly release, choosing just one favorite can be difficult. However, I finally settled on a card that I really enjoyed making. The Borderlines and Borders & Bits Series 2 sets enabled me to experiment with different techniques for various projects. I went with simple coloring on this project. I utilized the Capital Alphabet die set to create the word "HI," which I placed on a banner from the Rounded Corner Stitched Square set. Additionally, the focal point flower was stamped on a square layer from the same Rounded Corner Stitched Square set. 

Another favorite card features the Cobblestone Stencil and sweet tulips from the Alphabet Sayings Easter set. I used the Capital Alphabet Die Set to write out "spring" and completed the sentiment with a word from the Alphabet Sayings Easter set. I die-cut a square focal point with the Inside Out Rounded Square to create added flair.

Check out all of the Team Favorites on the Impression Obsession Blog!  

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Spring Flowers and Not a Cupcake - IO February Release Day 2

Hello, and welcome to day two of the Impression Obsession Release Hop for February!

The lovely Stitched Flowers Die set and other brand-new items are used in all of today's projects!  Everything new is available Here! 

First up today is the adorable Hello Spring Bunnies stamp set. I think these bunnies are adorable.  I also used the Hello Spring Bunnies Die set.  The background paper is Vintage Gardens.  Also, I used the Inside Out Rounded Square and the Rounded Corner Stitched Square. 

 

I made a flower arrangement with the Stitched Flowers on this next card. The Quilted Grunge paper pack adds a punch to all backgrounds and layers!  I made a little vase from the Inside Out Arch then added a sentiment from the Hello Spring Bunnies stamp set.   

For this card, the Stitched Flowers are a little accent for the humorous image and sentiment from the Snark-asm stamp set. I also used a Rounded Rectangle 2 layer, Stitched Square Frame, and Prairie Paper. 

 February 15th - 17th the Impression Obsession Team will share projects with the NEW February products! You can find a daily list of participants on the Impression Obsession Blog through the event.

PRIZES -Two lucky customers who place an Impression Obsession order during June release week (February 15th -22nd) will be chosen and will have a special Impression Obsession prize package added to their orders! 

Easter, Flowers, and Hello - IO February Release!

Hello and welcome to the February Impression Obsession Release!  

This month's Release includes bunnies, flowers, layering dies, and much more! 

So let's get started!

The gorgeous new Vintage Garden Blooms set includes several images to inspire countless creative projects. Since the pitcher is such a lovely size, I used only the Vintage Garden Blooms stamp set and a Rounded Rectangle Layer to create this friendship card.

Thanks for stopping by!

Bright & Bold - Product Focus - Stencils

It's time to shine the light on stencils!

For a bolder look, I love to use Distress Inks and Brushos (watercolor powder).  

First, I ink blend the stencil in the normal way.  Then I shake the watercolor powder onto the open areas of the stencil.  I spritz it with water leaving the stencil in place. I love the bright result.  

I used the following products:

Poppies & Lace

Ivy Comfort (sentiment)

Rounded Rectangle Layers 

You can find more stunning IO stencils HERE.

Stop by the Impression Obsession Blog to see all the Team Stencil Projects.

 

Mothers Day & More - Product Focus - Clear Stamps

Hello, and welcome to the IO Product Focus.  This month our focus is on Clear Stamps!  I am featuring two sweet sets today.

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The first is Mother's Day Garden.  I like the smaller sets by Jeanne as they are sold at an excellent price point and usually include an image and several sentiments.  The background on this card is from the Basics 8 - Turquoises Paper pack.  

Next, I am featuring two Graduation stamp sets by Nola Chandler.  It's always a joy to create with Nola's sets.  I used the Graduation Squares and the Graduation stamp sets.  The background is the Tiny Stars background stamp.  The images were stamped on a Postage Cuts piece.  I even did a little fussy cutting with the diploma!  :)  

Thanks so much for stopping by!

 

Beautiful Day - IO Team Favorites

Hello!  

It's Team Favorites Week over at Impression Obsession.

There are a lot of reasons why this is a favorite!  First, I love pink. Second, I enjoy working with dies, and these dies are so pretty!  It's easy to see what I did, so how about some product links?  

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Spring Blooms

Umbrella 

Colorful Seasons (sentiment)

Rounded Rectangle Layers

Spring Plaids Paper Pack

Another of my favorites is this sweet little banner image and Birthday Sentiment from the Cottage Ivy Chair.  I made this into a card front, but the banner would make a sweet notepaper gift.  The background paper is Tiny Flowers.  

Stop by the Impression Obsession Blog to see all the Team Favorites!  

Thanks so very much for stopping by!  

 

Flowers and Butterflies - March Limited Edition Kit Hop & Giveaway

Hello! Welcome to the March Limited Release Rubber Set Hop!

I love coneflowers IRL, so they are my favorite flower to color. I just love pairing the rich pinks with blue.  Here is what I used on this card:

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Limited Edition March Kit

Basics 8 Turquoises

Tag with Label

Small Tags

Next, I once again used a Basics paper pack.  I chose this pretty plum because I was thinking of my daughter.  This is similar to the accent color she will use for her wedding reception.  Here is what I used to make this card:

March Limited Edition Kit
Basics 10 Plum
Oval Labels

On March 1st & 2nd, the IO Team will share new projects with the March Limited Edition red rubber stamp set.

You can find a daily list of participants on the Impression Obsession Blog through the event.

We will be giving away TWO Impression Obsession Grab Bags for the event, so the more you comment through our blog, the more chances you will win!

All comments for each event day will be open until Tuesday 7th, at 8pm CT.

All winners will be announced on Wednesday, March 8th, on the Impression Obsession Blog. 

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Anna Wight
Dina Kowal
Giovana Smith
Jeanne Streiff
Angela Bode