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Ink Blending

Nesting Die Ideas for Clean and Simple Handmade Cards!

Clean and simple handmade card using nesting arches die with ombre ink blended background by Therese Calvird
March 5, 2026February 25, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 12 Comments

If your nesting dies usually stay in neat little stacks, this post is for you.

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Embossing with Dies: Create a Trellis Background Card (+ LIVE Video)

Die embossed trellis background card with ink blended leaves and flowers arranged in a bouquet.
February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 6 Comments

No embossing folder? No problem.

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Modern Floral Cardmaking Techniques Using Large Stamps (+ Video Tutorial)

February 19, 2026March 7, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 6 Comments

Do you love floral cards but not the hours of coloring that often come with them?

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Reverse 3D Stencil Technique | Tropical Card with an Embossing Folder Twist (+ LIVE Video)

February 12, 2026February 12, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 4 Comments

Are you ready to flip your stencil technique on its head?

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Framing Techniques: Picture Frame Card Ideas Two Ways – Altenew Blog Hop + Giveaway!

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February 9, 2026January 29, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 92 Comments

How many ways can picture frames level up a card design? Here are two you might not have tried yet!

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More Rainbow Floral Card Ideas Using Different Techniques!

Two rainbow floral cards using watercolor and ink blending techniques side by side by Therese Calvird
January 27, 2026January 27, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 18 Comments

Apparently, one rainbow card session leads to another 🌈

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Rainbow Floral Card Ideas & Embossing Folder Hack (+ Video Tutorial)

January 22, 2026January 22, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 10 Comments

I can’t believe I’ve never ink blended a layered rainbow flower before… WOW!
Warning! This kind of rainbow floral card magic is a little addictive. 😉

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Creative Framed Background Card Designs for Your Florals!

tropical stencil card with negative space frame and toucan design by Therese Calvird
January 10, 2026February 18, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 82 Comments

Ready for more frame ideas?

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Bold Floral Card Using a Reverse Frame Card Technique!

reverse frame card technique with bold floral stencil design by Therese Calvird
January 7, 2026February 18, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 14 Comments

Looking for a new way to frame your florals?

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Cardmaking Techniques 2025: My Top 5 Wins in One Card! (+ Video)

January 1, 2026January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 16 Comments

I picked my winners… and then combined them into one pastel floral card. What could possibly go wrong?

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Bird Focal Point Card Ideas: Simple Techniques with Big Impact! (+ Video Tutorial)

December 19, 2025January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 10 Comments

Ready to give your bird images a moment in the spotlight?

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Ink Blended Layered Bird Die Card – From Feathers to Florals That Soar!

Ink blended layered bird die card inspired by the Australian Sacred Kingfisher with a soft floral background and bold circle sentiment by Therese Calvird
December 11, 2025January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 14 Comments

Ever tried adding a bird to your card design? They bring instant charm, colour, and a little personality – and today’s card is no exception!

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3 Creative Focal Point Card Ideas with Embossed & Stenciled Backgrounds!

November 8, 2025January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 69 Comments

Did you know there are many ways to create a focal point that makes your card really stand out? Let’s take a look at 3 fun ideas!

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Sparkly Drink Card Ideas: A Margarita Birthday & a Golden Wedding Toast!

Two handmade celebration cards by Therese Calvird — a sparkly margarita birthday card and a gold wedding toast design, featuring glitter paper, metallic cardstock, and rhinestone accents.
November 1, 2025January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 6 Comments

Raise your glass – it’s cardmaking time!

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Step Up Your Clean and Simple Cards the Easy Way!

Two clean and simple handmade cards — one with a die-cut ice cream and the other with a birthday bird and balloon — created by Therese Calvird.
October 28, 2025January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 10 Comments

Simple doesn’t have to mean boring! Today I’m sharing my favorite easy ways to step up clean and simple cards – and yes, they’re totally doable.

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Make WOW-WORTHY 5 Minute Stencil Backgrounds for Cardmakers! + Video

October 23, 2025January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 4 Comments

Are you ready to release the power of the single stencil?

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Stencil Hacks: Turn Plain Cardstock Into Instant Masterpieces LIVE! (Video Tutorial)

October 9, 2025November 13, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 8 Comments

Do your cards feel a little… flat? Let’s fix that with some simple stencil card ideas!

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Turn 10 EASY Stencil Techniques Into Stunning Christmas Cards | Same But Different Series 2025 + Video

October 2, 2025January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 10 Comments

What if your holiday cards could be made with just one simple supply?

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Woodgrain Card Ideas: 4 Bright & Fun Cards Inspired by Nature!

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September 19, 2025January 16, 2026 ~ lostinpaper ~ 119 Comments

‘Wood’ you like to step up your card designs with woodgrain? Let’s bring some nature-inspired charm into your creations!

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How to Add Color to Handmade Cards – 5 Fun Techniques to Try!

September 1, 2025September 2, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 6 Comments

How do you choose how to add color to your card designs?
Do you reach for ink pads, blend with brushes, or head straight into your alcohol markers like a crafty rebel?

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