Mini Compositions 2 - Rectangle – Mixed Media Layout

 Hello everyone,

Today I’m sharing a mixed media layout created with the brand‑new Mini Compositions 2 – Rectangle from Lisa Horton Crafts. I’ve been working with this set over the last few days and it felt like the perfect moment to create a layout again - it’s been a while, and these dies are ideal for building small layered compositions.

For this piece I kept the background soft and textured, added some inky splashes, and built the focal area around the tiny rectangles. They frame the photo beautifully and add just enough structure without taking away from the messy, organic feel of the page.

If you enjoy mixing textures, layers and little details, this new release will fit right into your creative flow.

Thank you for stopping by and see you again soon. Natalia x

Layered Spring Mini Compositions

 Hello everyone!

Tomorrow Lisa Horton Crafts is launching the brand‑new Mini Compositions 2 Rectangle, and today I’m sharing my first make created especially for this release. This little set is perfect for building quick layered panels, adding tiny florals and creating soft mixed‑media compositions.

For my card I kept the background loose and watery in blue‑green tones, then filled the rectangles with small tulips and blossoms for a gentle spring feel. A simple sentiment strip finishes the layout without taking away from the composition.

If you enjoy small dies that let you build your own layouts, this new release is going to be such a lovely addition to your stash.

Thank you for stopping by and see you again soon. Natalia x

A Sweet Giraffe Card with a Honeycomb Glow

Hello crafters!

 Today I’m sharing another cheerful giraffe card - this time with a warm, honey‑toned background created using the Honey Bees Stencil and Distress Oxide inks. I paired it again with the adorable Having a Giraffe stamp set, because honestly… it’s impossible not to smile when colouring this little cutie.

The background is a mix of soft blending, layered texture and playful details. The honeycomb pattern adds such a lovely glow and gives the whole card a sunny, happy feel. I kept the colours warm and bright to match the fun sentiment and the party vibe of the giraffe.

It’s one of those makes that comes together with joy - simple stamping, a bit of stencilling, and lots of colour. Perfect for birthdays or just to brighten someone’s day.

Natalia x

Sunflower Glow with the New Cloud 9 Inks

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today I’m sharing a bright and happy sunflower card created with the July – Sunflower 3D embossing folder. I used the new Cloud 9 inks inspired by William Morris, and they blended into such a warm, glowing background before embossing.

Once the panel came out of the folder, all the petals and leaves just came to life - full of texture, light and that summery energy sunflowers always bring.

I kept the design simple with a clean sentiment, letting the embossed details stay in focus. A cheerful make, perfect for sending a little warmth and kindness.

Thank you for stopping by and have a wonderful day!

Natalia x

One of a Kind Colourful Moment

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Today I’m sharing a bright and happy mixed‑media card featuring this sweet One of a Kind girl from Polkadoodles. She instantly became the centre of the whole piece - her soft, whimsical look works so beautifully against a bold, textured background.

I built the background with lots of colour, splashes, hearts and tiny birds - just playful layers that make the whole scene feel joyful and full of movement. I love how she stands out while still feeling like part of this little magical world. And of course, I had to add a small reminder at the bottom: Be Kind.

This card was pure joy to create - one of those projects where you just follow the colour and let it take you somewhere fun.

Thanks for stopping by. See you next time!

Natalia x

Sending Sunshine with Petal Roses & the New William Morris–Inspired Inks

 Hello everyone again today,

For today’s project, I used the Petal Roses embossing folder from the A Year in Bloom 2026 series, together with the new Cloud 9 inks inspired by William Morris from Lisa Horton Crafts. I started with a warm, blended background - the colours flow into each other beautifully and create a soft, glowing base. Once embossed, the texture brought out every petal and leaf, giving the whole panel a bright, summery feel.

I created two cards from the same background, each with a slightly different tone. The design is simple and uplifting, with a clean sentiment to let the florals shine.

A lovely way to send a bit of sunshine.

Natalia x

A Vintage Little Note with Warm Textured Layers

 Hello Crafters,

Today I’m sharing a soft, vintage‑inspired card created with the Just a Little Note clear stamps & dies bundle from Polkadoodles. I built the background using Distress Oxide inks, keeping the colours warm and slightly distressed to match the nostalgic feel of the typewriter.

The typewriter itself is coloured with alcohol markers, which gives it a lovely depth and contrast against the textured Oxide background. I love how the florals coming out of the typewriter add a gentle, uplifting touch - it feels like a little message of kindness blooming right off the page.

This is one of those makes where simple elements come together beautifully: soft blending, a bit of texture, a classic focal point and a sweet sentiment. Perfect for sending a thoughtful note or just brightening someone’s day.

Thank you for stopping by.

Natalia x

Vintage Peony Birthday Card with the New Cloud 9 Inks

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For today’s project, I wanted to try the new Cloud 9 inks on something more detailed, so I reached for the November – Peony Cluster 3D embossing folder. The blend itself was already beautiful, but once embossed, the colours shifted into this soft, vintage floral look that feels both warm and elegant.

The William Morris–inspired tones work perfectly with the deep texture of the folder, and the matte finish of the inks adds a lovely, velvety feel to the whole panel. I kept the sentiment simple to let the flowers stay in focus - sometimes the texture really does all the talking.

I’m excited to explore more combinations with these inks. The full release goes live this Friday at Lisa Horton Crafts, and I can’t wait to share more ideas.

Natalia x

A Soft Leafy Background with a Sweet Little - hoop

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Today I’m sharing a gentle, uplifting hoop created with a mix of Polkadoodles favourites - the Embroidery Hoops & Easels chipboard/MDF, the Leafy Stencil, and the Just a Little Note clear stamps & dies bundle. I paired everything with Distress Oxide inks to build a soft, textured background full of movement and light.

The Leafy Stencil adds a beautiful organic flow, and the chipboard embroidery hoop frames the focal point perfectly, giving the whole card a warm, handmade feel. I love how the stamped sentiment sits inside the hoop - simple, delicate and full of charm.

Distress Oxides blend effortlessly here, creating a dreamy base for the leafy pattern and the layered elements. It’s a calm, soothing make, ideal for sending a little kindness or a thoughtful note.

If you enjoy mixing stencils, chipboard and clean stamping, this combination works beautifully and gives you so much room to play.

Sending Hugs

Natalia x

Moonlit Tag with the New Cloud 9 Inks

 Hello All,

Today I wanted to try something small and simple to get a feel for the new Cloud 9 inks - and this little tag turned out to be the perfect test piece. I blended three colours inspired by nature and classic William Morris tones, creating a soft, glowing moon effect in the background. On top, I added a delicate silhouette to keep the whole design calm and atmospheric.

The inks blend beautifully, with a smooth matte finish that works so well for layered backgrounds. It’s a lovely palette to play with - warm, earthy and a bit vintage at the same time.

The full release goes live this Friday at Lisa Horton Crafts, and I can’t wait to explore more combinations.

Sending HUGS! Natalia x

A Sunny Giraffe Card with Layered Mixed‑Media Details

 Hello everyone!

Today I’m sharing a fun and cheerful card featuring the adorable Having a Giraffe stamp set from Polkadoodles. I paired it with the Fluffy Clouds Duo stencil to build a soft, dreamy background, and I also reached for one of my old favourites - the Soup stamp from an older collection. I haven’t used it in ages, but I still absolutely love it. It’s perfect for adding texture, movement and those little mixed‑media touches that make a background come alive.

The whole scene is coloured with Distress Oxide inks in warm, sunny tones. The giraffe is the star of the show, surrounded by playful details and pops of colour. It’s one of those makes that instantly lifts your mood - simple, happy and full of character.

If you enjoy mixing newer releases with older gems, this combo works beautifully. The Soup stamp really shines here and proves it’s still a fantastic background builder.

Thanks Natalia x