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Two Bee-Inspired Card Ideas Using Coordinating Dies in Clever Ways! (+ Video Tutorial)

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 6 Comments

Do you only use your coordinating dies for cutting? What if I told you they could do more…

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

November 8, 2025October 26, 2025 ~ 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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3D Embossed Background with Rainbow Flower Focal Point – Handmade Card Ideas!

Handmade greeting card featuring a watercolor rainbow flower die cut layered with leaves, centered on a 3D embossed background, with the sentiment attached to the focal point.
November 5, 2025October 26, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 14 Comments

Is it weird to want to make a rainbow flower?

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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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Creative Background Stencil Cards Using Two Techniques! (+ Video Tutorial)

October 15, 2025November 8, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 8 Comments

One stencil, two techniques, and a BONUS idea… are you ready?

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From Full Bloom to Focal Point: Two Creative Cosmos Card Designs!

Two handmade cards showing Cosmos layering flowers: one with a full floral background and one with a focal point on a textured background
October 13, 2025November 4, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 84 Comments

Do you prefer a card full of blooms or a clean focal point with a pop of flowers?

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Create Merry Mischief: 5 Fun Textures for Your Christmas Cards!

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ Leave a comment

Ever wondered how a little texture can turn a cute card into something mischievous?

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Add Instant Drama to Your Cards with Shimmer Paste & Stencils!

October 9, 2025November 4, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 10 Comments

So many stencil ideas – so little time, but now… it’s time to Shimmer! 😉

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Create a Layered House Shaped Card – Perfect for Holidays or Any Occasion!

Layered house card showing festive color combinations and decorative elements
September 21, 2025September 12, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 12 Comments

Ever wanted a card as unique as your ideas? Imagine creating a tiny house… on a card!

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Crack It Open: A Fun & Festive Christmas Cracker Shaker Card!

Christmas Cracker card with shaker filled with bright confetti and sequins, festive holiday design
September 19, 2025September 12, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 13 Comments

Ever wondered what happens when a Christmas Cracker turns into a card… and then gets ‘cracked’?

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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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One Die, Two Seasons: Winter & Summer Card Inspiration (+ Video Tutorial)

September 17, 2025September 18, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 8 Comments

Did you know you can control the seasons? I wish it were that easy…

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Holiday Wreath Cards with a Sweet, Modern Palette!

September 17, 2025September 11, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 11 Comments

Who says holiday wreaths have to be green?

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Tree-Mendous Holiday Cards: Traditional Colors, Modern Style!

September 15, 2025September 10, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 8 Comments

Classic reds and greens, or a twist on the traditional – which side are you on?

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Christmas Stencil Magic: 2 Quick & Easy Holiday Cards Ideas!

September 13, 2025September 10, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 9 Comments

Do you think there’s something magical about stencils? I do! The real magic happens when you pull the stencil away and the pattern is revealed…. kind of like today’s exciting news 🤔

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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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How to Make a Z-Fold & Gate Fold With a Twist – 5×7 Fun Fold Cards (+ Video)

August 20, 2025August 21, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 5 Comments

Have you ever wanted to make a big, beautiful statement with your card design?

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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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What IGNITES Your Creativity? Finding Unique Inspiration for Greeting Card Ideas + Video!

July 16, 2025July 17, 2025 ~ lostinpaper ~ 10 Comments

Have you ever wondered where the best greeting card ideas come from? Sometimes the answer is simpler than you think…

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