Magical Autumn Brew with Polkadoodles Crafts & Stencil Butter Gold!

 Hello crafty friends!

Autumn is officially in the air, and that means it’s time for cozy colors, spooky vibes, and a little bit of magic! Today, I’m sharing a project featuring a sweet new release stamp from Polkadoodles Crafts.

For this card, I wanted to focus on vibrant coloring and a magical, glowing background to surround this adorable little witch stirring her bubbly cauldron. I colored the main image using colored pencils to bring out all the soft shading, rich blues, purples, and rich autumn tones. To create that eye-catching background, I used the Candy Swirl Christmas Holiday Stencil. I first blended soft purple inks through the stencil to set the base design, and then layered over it using Gold Stencil Butter to give those swirling rays a gorgeous, shiny metallic texture! I layered the focal panel onto a purple mat and added a framed sentiment tag with "Hocus Pocus" in the top left corner.

Supplies Used:

• Stamp: Polkadoodles Crafts (New Autumn Release)

• Stencil: Candy Swirl Christmas Holiday Stencils

• Mediums: Colored Pencils, Blendable Inks, Gold Stencil Butter

I had so much fun creating this cute autumn brew! What do you think of combining stencils with stencil butter for background texture? Let me know in the comments below!

Happy crafting,

Natalia x

Ink Blending with Jasmine Vine 3D Embossing Folder & Cloud 9 Inks

 Hello crafting friends!

Today I am excited to share a stunning floral background panel created for the Lisa Horton Crafts Design Team. For this project, I worked with the intricate Jasmine Vine 3D Embossing Folder combined with matching layering stencils and Cloud 9 Matt Blending Inks (inspired by William Morris).

The depth and texture you can achieve by combining a 3D embossing folder with precise ink blending are truly amazing. By layering soft hues of blue, purple, soft green, and warm peachy-orange, every raised leaf and petal pops with dimension.

Products Used:

• Lisa Horton Crafts – Jasmine Vine 3D Embossing Folder & Coordinating Layering Stencil Set

• Lisa Horton Crafts – Cloud 9 Matt Blending Inks (William Morris collection)

Step-by-Step Overview:

 I started by applying soft blue Cloud 9 ink directly onto the smooth inside face of the Jasmine Vine 3D embossing folder before running it through the die-cutting machine. This immediately gave the recessed background a soft, solid color while keeping the raised areas crisp and white. Using the matching stencils, I systematically blended soft green through the leaves, muted purple across the foliage accents, and a warm peach shade onto the tiny flower clusters. The result is a vibrant, wallpaper-style background panel ready to be used as a focal element or base for a handmade card!

Thank you so much for stopping by today. I hope this technique inspires you to dust off your 3D embossing folders and play with your inks!

Crafty hugs,

Natalia x

Brand New Release: "Hello Autumn" Digi Stamps by Polkadoodles!

 Hello craft friends!

Autumn is just around the corner, and that means it's time for cozy colors, sweater weather, and pumpkin-everything! I am so excited to share my latest Design Team project featuring the brand-new "Hello Autumn" Digital Stamp Release from Polkadoodles!

If you love cute, whimsical characters as much as I do, this collection is going to completely steal your heart.

Before assembling my finished cards, I spent a wonderful afternoon bringing these digital stamps to life with color. The collection is packed with delightful autumn and Halloween-themed illustrations, including:

• A sweet little fox sitting atop a carved jack-o'-lantern

• A magical hedgehog witch stirring a bubbling potion cauldron

• An industrious bunny sweeping up colorful falling leaves

• A cozy squirrel and bear enjoying acorns and sweet corn

• An adorable pumpkin carriage ride and so much more!

I had so much fun choosing bright, vibrant color palettes - mixing rich autumn oranges and deep greens with festive purples and blues. Coloring these digital stamps is always such a relaxing process, and having them prepped in advance makes assembling cards so quick and enjoyable!

Want a closer look at all the colored images? Check out my latest video clip on FB page / Instagram / TikTok showing each of these characters up close!

These cute colored cutouts are heading straight to my craft desk! In my upcoming posts, I'll be sharing the completed handmade cards featuring these exact images, layered with autumn background papers, die-cuts, and texture.

Make sure to bookmark the blog or follow me on social media so you don't miss the full card reveals and design tutorials!

Which character from the new release is your absolute favorite? Let me know in the comments below!

Happy crafting!

Natalia x

Follow along & stay inspired:

• Instagram / FB / TikTok / YouTube: @NataliaKuzakArt

• Shop the Release: Polkadoodles Website

Ewe‑niquely Sweet Sheep Card

 Hello my lovely crafty friends!

Today I’m sharing a bright and happy card made with the adorable Hoppy Birthday Clear Craft Stamps and the Cloudy Landscape Craft Stencil from Polkadoodles.

I created a soft, dreamy background using the stencil - blending pinks, yellows and oranges for a cheerful sunrise effect. Then I added two cute little sheep from the stamp set, coloured with alcohol markers and framed with stitched die‑cut windows. The sentiment “You’re Ewe‑nique” finishes it perfectly - playful and heart‑warming at the same time.

This set is full of charm and versatility - perfect for birthdays, friendship cards or just to brighten someone’s day. And don’t forget — the Hoppy Birthday stamp set is on sale now, so it’s the perfect moment to add it to your collection!

Natalia x

Sunshine & Teal Floral Inspiration | Perfect Posie Cardmaking Tutorial

 Hi everyone!

I’m back today with a bright, sunny card project featuring the lovely Perfect Posie collection and the Perfect Posie Trellis Die Set from Lisa Horton Crafts.

This design focuses on warm yellow and orange floral tones paired with soft teal ink blending and a textured trellis background.

Here is a breakdown of the creation process:

Background Blending & Trellis Texture: I blended soft teal ink along the outer edges of a watercolor panel, keeping the center light. To build background texture, I blended yellow inks (Juicy Pineapple and Early Sunrise Cloud 9 inks) onto cardstock, spritzed it with water for droplets, and die-cut it using the Perfect Posie Trellis Die Set. I then mounted the small square pieces onto the main card panel using foam pads for a unique mosaic feel.

Floral Focal Point: The Perfect Posie floral cluster was layered with warm yellow, orange, and teal inks. I raised the focal image using 3D foam pads to give it strong dimension against the trellis background.

Finishing Touches: I added fine color splatters, a crisp black-and-white "hello" sentiment banner, and a scatter of metallic gold pearls for a bit of shine.

I hope this sunny project inspires you to play with die-cut trellis elements and warm floral color palettes! The reel of this card is available on the FB page.

Happy crafting!

Natalia x

A Giraffe with a Splash of Goldfish Fun

 Hi Everyone!

Today I’m sharing a cheerful card featuring the adorable Having a Giraffe stamp set and the Goldfish Bowl 3‑Layering Stencils from Polkadoodles.

I built a playful background with layered fishbowls - soft turquoise blending with warm golden tones - and added the cute giraffe as the star of the scene. The sentiment “Hoping your special day is spot on” ties it all together perfectly.

I love how the stencil creates depth and movement, while the giraffe adds a touch of whimsy. It’s a fun mix of textures and colours - ideal for birthdays or just to make someone smile. And don’t miss it - the Having a Giraffe stamp set is currently on sale, so it’s the perfect time to grab this cutie!

Sending Hugs Natalia x

Soft Pastel Florals - Perfect Posie Inspiration

 Hi everyone!

I'm back today to share another card featuring the beautiful Perfect Posie collection from Lisa Horton Crafts. Even though this set was released a little while ago, it remains one of my absolute favorites to pull out for quick, elegant floral designs!

For this card, I went in a soft, pastel direction with bright sunshine yellow centers, delicate pink blooms, and gentle turquoise leaves.

I worked with the Perfect Posie collection to blend bright yellows, pinks, and turquoise onto the flowers and foliage. White heat-embossed details bring out all the fine lines and add a crisp highlight to the bouquet. I framed the central floral panel with a curved aperture die and paired it with a textured, dry-embossed background tinted with soft pink and peach around the outer edges. I added subtle fine paint splatters across the focal panel to give it an artistic feel, then finished everything off with a clean "Hello there" sentiment banner.

It just goes to show how versatile classic floral sets can be whenever you want to experiment with fresh color palettes!

Happy crafting!

Natalia x

Joyful Snowflake Shaker Card Inspiration

Hello everyone!

Today I’m sharing a vibrant, non-traditional Christmas card featuring a delicate snowflake background paired with a fun shaker element.

The Color Palette & Background

Instead of the standard festive red and green, I opted for a fresh, luminous gradient blending soft sunny yellow into a crisp lime, and finishing in a cool aqua blue. The background was created using smooth ink blending on heavy cardstock to create a glowing base for the white die-cut overlay.

Building the Shaker Layer

To give the design dimension and movement:

1. The detailed snowflake background panel was die-cut in clean white cardstock.

2. Clear acetate was adhered behind the snowflake frame to form a transparent window.

3. Foam tape was applied along the perimeter to create a reservoir for sparkling gems and iridescent sequins.

4. The sealed shaker panel was mounted directly over the ink-blended gradient background.

The Sentiment & Finishing Touches

To make the greeting pop without obscuring the shaker panel, the sentiment "HAVE A JOYFUL Christmas" was layered across the center using coordinating blue and yellow matting. A few stray sparkling crystals were added on top of the outer frame for added texture.

Thank you so much for stopping by today! Keep an eye out for a quick process reel coming to my social channels soon. 

Happy crafting!

Natalia x

Icy Blue Christmas Card Idea featuring Lisa Horton & Spellbinders

 Hello everyone and welcome back to my blog!

Today I’m sharing a fresh festive card created for Lisa Horton Crafts. This collection officially launched last Friday during Friday Night Live (FNL), and today’s Tuesday Club at 11:00 AM was packed with even more wonderful design inspiration!

How did I create the background?

To build this textured, eye-catching background, I stamped the text pattern using the new Word Panel Duos - Festive stamp set and heat embossed it with fine white embossing powder. Next, I blended rich blue shades using Cloud 9 Inks over the top. The embossed detail resists the ink beautifully, making the white festive words pop right off the card!

To complete the focal point, I layered the intricate new snowflake dies and added the dimensional "Christmas is Coming" sentiment in the center.

If you didn't get a chance to watch the show live at 11:00 AM, make sure to catch the replay to see all the incredible new products and inspiration shared today.

Thank you so much for stopping by, and happy crafting!

Warm creative wishes,

Natalia x

Polkadoodles Critters Create & Decorate MDF Kit #3 – Festive Mouse Tag

 Hi everyone!

I’m back with the third project from the adorable Polkadoodles Critters Create & Decorate MDF Kit! Today, I’m sharing this sweet festive mouse tag, complete with a cozy plaid scarf, holly details, and a stenciled background.

To craft this project, I painted the MDF elements with soft acrylics, highlighting the mouse’s ears with gentle pink tones and using a white Posca marker for fine details and snow-like accents. For the background tag, I used a sweets/candy swirl stencil with vibrant pink ink to create a fun, festive pattern that makes the character pop!

The layered MDF pieces give this tag wonderful dimension, making it a perfect embellishment for Christmas gift wrapping, home decor, or keepsake holiday crafting.

Make sure to check out the full step-by-step video reel (FB page /IG) to see how this cute mouse came together!

Happy crafting!

Winter Magic Under the Glass Dome – A Sweet Poinsettia Card

 Hello everyone!

Today I’m sharing a charming winter-themed project created with some of my favorite crafting tools. The Sweet Glass Dome / Cloche / Snowglobe Craft Cutting Dies became the centerpiece of this design, forming a tiny world captured under a delicate dome.

I added flowers made with the Sweet Poinsettia Craft Cutting Dies, giving them a festive and elegant look. For the background, I used the Candy Twist 6x6" craft stencil, applying stencil butter to achieve a beautiful shimmer and texture.

The final result feels like a miniature snow globe on paper — full of sparkle, warmth, and holiday magic.

Natalia x