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3 Creative Focal Point Card Ideas with Embossed & Stenciled Backgrounds – Altenew Blog Hop + Giveaway!

November 8, 2025October 26, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 59 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, 2025October 28, 2025 ~ 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, 2025October 28, 2025 ~ 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, 2025October 25, 2025 ~ 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, 2025October 2, 2025 ~ 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, 2025October 6, 2025 ~ 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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Small Details, Big Impact: Step Up Your Card Design with These Travel-Inspired Ideas!

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August 8, 2025September 10, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 69 Comments

Did you know just a few small tweaks can step up a card design? Today, I’m sharing three travel-themed cards where details make all the difference…

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5 Quick and Easy Stamped Card Ideas You Can Make in 5 Minutes + Video!

July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 12 Comments

Do you think it’s possible to make beautiful stamped cards in just 5 minutes? Stick around, because I have card ideas that will prove it’s totally possible!

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2 Fun Cardmaking Techniques to Highlight Your Sentiment + Video!

June 18, 2025June 19, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 6 Comments

Ready to make your sentiment the star? It’s time for these dies to shine!

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3 Easy Ink Blending Techniques to Build Beautiful Blooms!

May 9, 2025June 29, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 104 Comments

Are you a fan of ink blending? It’s one of my favourite ways to build beautiful…

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ZERO Waste to Make a QUICK Floral Notecard Set!

March 16, 2025May 14, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 104 Comments

Do you like to make notecard sets? I love to mix and match, but did not realise how just one die could speed things up!

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Time for a BONUS Challenge Card with Tropical Vibes (+Video)!

March 2, 2025May 14, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 14 Comments

Do you really like flowers? I just had to play the wheel again, and can you guess what I added…

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How to Add Details to FLOWERS the EASY Way!

February 23, 2025February 23, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 12 Comments

Do you have any pencils? If you said Yes, then why not try today’s techniques!

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4 EASY Ways to Use Shimmer Paste on Cards!

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February 8, 2025March 19, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 112 Comments

Do you like a bit of shimmer and shine? I do, and I’m here to help you get your SHINE on!

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How to Use Stencils for FUN & EASY Backgrounds!

January 10, 2025March 19, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 68 Comments

Do you like a stencil background? Did you know that if you are lacking in mojo, then, this can be a great place to start… let me show you how!

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2 Surprising Ways to STEP UP 3D Embossing Folders (+ Video)!

December 19, 2024December 19, 2024 ~ lostinpaper ~ 18 Comments

Put your hand up if you have any 3D embossing folders… and if so, grab them out because I am sharing 2 fun ways to add some colour to your world!

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2 EASY MonochromaticTechniques for Cards!

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December 12, 2024March 19, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 85 Comments

Do you want some monochromatic inspiration? Today, instead of seeing in black & white… you may want to enjoy some of my favourite blues!

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2 EASY Alcohol Marker Techniques!

November 7, 2024August 15, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 69 Comments

Do you want some colouring inspiration for alcohol markers? Today I have 2 SIMPLE ideas to share with you…

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