How to Make a Frankenstein Halloween Treat Box with CutCardStock
Learn how to make a Frankenstein Halloween treat box with CutCardStock cardstock, die cutting, layering, and ink blending. Perfect for Halloween treats!
Author: Rick Adkins
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Fall Cardmaking Tutorial: Create a Thankful Card with CutCardStock
Fall is the perfect time to slow down, appreciate the people around us, and send a handmade card that says, “Thank you.” For this project, Rick, combines colorful die-cut leaves, dry embossing, and simple ink blending to create a warm Fall Thankful For You Card. The rich autumn color palette and mix of CutCardStock cardstocks…
Color Blocking Techniques for Fall Cards | CutCardStock
Fall cardmaking does not always have to mean traditional browns, burgundies, and muted oranges. Sometimes a fresh color combination is all you need to give a familiar fall theme a completely different look! For these four handmade fall cards, Rick, decided to play with color blocking and a fun, unexpected palette of bright cardstock colors…
First Day of School Card Tutorial | Fun Card with CutCardStock
The first day of school is full of excitement, fresh supplies, and new adventures. Hi, friends! It’s Rick Adkins here, and today I’m sharing a bright and cheerful handmade card that celebrates that special milestone. For this project, I wanted to create a playful background using bold primary colors that instantly remind me of classic…
Clean and Simple Beach Themed Card with CutCardStock
Summer is the perfect time to create bright, cheerful handmade cards, and sometimes the best inspiration comes from leftover cardstock! Hi, it’s Rick, back with you and today I’m sharing how I turned a leftover die-cut strip into the starting point for a clean and simple beach-themed card. By combining textured and smooth cardstock from…
Summer Cupcake Card Tutorial | Create a Summer Vibes Card with CutCardStock
Summer is the perfect time to brighten someone’s day with a cheerful handmade card! Hi friends, Rick Adkins here, and today I’m sharing how to create this colorful Summer Vibes Cupcake Card featuring beautiful cardstock from CutCardStock. This fun design combines die cutting, ink blending, and a stamped sentiment to create a card that’s perfect…
Make a Bold 4th of July Card with CutCardStock Cardstock
Hi friends! Rick here, and today I’m sharing a handmade patriotic card that combines die cutting, dry embossing, stamping, and heat embossing. If you’re looking for an easy 4th of July card that delivers plenty of impact without complicated techniques, this project is a great place to start. One of my favorite things about patriotic…
Summer Wedding Card Making with CutCardStock: Stamping Embossing & Stash Busting Ideas
Wedding season is the perfect time to create handmade cards that feel personal and meaningful. Hi friends, Rick here! Today, I’m sharing a summer wedding card that combines stamping, dry embossing, die cutting, and a little stash busting. I wanted to create a wedding card that felt elegant and romantic without being overly traditional. By mixing beautiful shades of blue and pink from CutCardStock, I was able to create a fresh summer color palette that is perfect for celebrating a special couple.
Masculine Thank You Card with CutCardStock
There’s something special about creating a handmade thank you card that feels personal and thoughtful, especially when it has a fun masculine style and a little bit of humor mixed in! Hi crafty friends, Rick here, and today I’m sharing a rustic-inspired masculine thank you card featuring several amazing papers from CutCardStock. This card combines…
Father’s Day Handmade Card Tutorial with CutCardStock: Twist & Pop Design Using Layered Cardstock
If you’re looking for a Father’s Day card that truly stands out, this interactive design is a must-try. Hi, I’m Rick, and today I’m sharing how to create a fun Twist & Pop Father’s Day card with a fishing theme using beautiful papers from CutCardStock. This project combines die cutting, ink blending, and a clever…
Clean and Simple Floral Hugs Card with Bright Die Cut Layers
Hello crafty friends, Rick here! Today I’m excited to share this Clean and Simple Floral Hugs Card, featuring bright layered florals, soft ink blending, and beautiful cardstock from CutCardStock Yellow Jacket DCS Discount Card Stock, Hydrangea Purple DCS Discount Card Stock, and Cougar White Smooth CardStock 110 lbs. If you love cards with bold color…
Quick & Easy Flower Cart Card for Mother’s Day & Spring
Have you ever needed a card that feels fresh, cheerful, and comes together without a lot of fuss? Hi friends, Rick here! Today I’m sharing a clean and simple flower cart card that’s perfect for Mother’s Day, spring hellos, or really any time you want to brighten someone’s day. This project was inspired by those…