Author: Rick Adkins

I’m a cardmaking educator who shares easy techniques and coloring tips to help you create polished handmade cards with confidence and joy. Come Visit Me at My blog R. C. Kinsmon Studio or on Social Media YouTube Instagram Facebook
Summer Cupcake Card Tutorial | Create a Summer Vibes Card with CutCardStock

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
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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
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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.

Father’s Day Handmade Card Tutorial with CutCardStock: Twist & Pop Design Using Layered Cardstock

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

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…

Picket Fence Easter Card Tutorial Featuring CutCardStock and Layered Die Cutting
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Picket Fence Easter Card Tutorial Featuring CutCardStock and Layered Die Cutting

There’s something timeless about a white picket fence and a basket full of colorful Easter eggs. Hi, I’m Rick, and today I’m sharing how I created this Picket Fence Easter Basket Happy Easter Card using layered die cutting, stamping, and beautiful cardstock from CutCardStock. If you love clean layers with soft shading and dimension, this…