Playful Puppy Card with Textured Stencil Background

 Hello again today,

I’m sharing a fun and cheerful dog‑themed card created with the Woof You Dog Puppy stamps and the Dog Face Stencil from Polkadoodles. I used Stencil Butter to build the textured background, it adds such a lovely shine and dimension, perfect for playful designs like this one.

The background colours come from Distress Oxide inks, blended to create a warm, lively base. The cute puppies are coloured with alcohol markers, giving them soft shading and lots of character. I love how the stencil pattern ties everything together - it’s simple but full of personality.

This card is all about friendship and joy - bright colours, happy faces and a sweet sentiment that makes you smile. Perfect for sending a little “woof” to someone special. Thank you for stopping by.

Natalia x

A Little Woof from Polkadoodles

 Hello All,

Today I’m sharing a fun and playful make using the Woof You Dog Puppy stamp set together with the Bones stencil from Polkadoodles.

I wanted this card to feel light‑hearted and full of character, so I built the background first - soft blending through the stencil gives such a cute, subtle texture that instantly sets the mood.

The puppies are coloured with warm tones to keep everything friendly and cheerful, and I added a few small details to bring out their personalities. It’s one of those cards that just makes you smile while you’re working on it.

Thank you for stopping by - sending a little “woof” your way today.

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

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

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

Playing with the Goldfish Bowl 3‑Layering Stencils

 Hello everyone!

Did you catch the Goldfish Bowl 3‑Layering Stencils on Friday’s HobbyMaker show? If you did, you already know how cool they are - and if not, here’s a closer look at what you missed!

For today’s card I used the Goldfish Bowl - 3 Layering Stencils, and I went for a little shadow‑box style twist. One of the stencil layers, the aquarium edge, is applied onto clear acetate, which gives the whole piece that fun, dimensional “glass bowl” effect.

To finish the scene, I added the sweet little pup from the Woof You Dog Puppy stamp set. It’s such a cute combo - the dog, the fishbowls, the bright colours - and the layering stencil makes the background come alive without any effort.

If you loved the look of this stencil on the show, trust me… it’s even more fun to use in real life. Natalia x

Show Day Sneak Peek with Big Birthday Surprise Stamps

 Hello All!

It’s show day! Nikky is on HobbyMaker today, and she’s bringing back some well‑loved Polkadoodles favourites - including the cheerful Big Birthday Surprise stamp set I used for this card.

All the images are coloured with alcohol markers, and the background is blended with Distress Oxides for that soft, playful, birthday feel. This set is such a happy classic - cupcakes, balloons, presents - perfect for quick, joyful makes.

And if you’re watching the show… you’ll see even more goodies popping up very soon. As always, everything is at amazing prices.

Enjoy the show! Natalia x

Spring Showers Bunny – Cute Stamped Card for Spring

 Hello my crafty friends!

Today I’m sharing a soft and cheerful spring card created with the Spring Showers clear craft stamps and the Tiny Toadstools stencil from Polkadoodles.

I started by stamping the sweet bunny scene and colouring everything with alcohol markers. I love how vibrant and smooth the colours look - especially on all the little details like the flowers, butterflies and Easter eggs.

For the background, I used the Tiny Toadstools stencil with Distress Oxide inks, keeping the colours light and pastel to match the soft spring vibe. The Oxides blend beautifully and add just the right amount of texture without overpowering the stamped image.

To finish the card, I added a simple sentiment strip and kept the layout clean so the illustration stays the star of the show.

It’s a bright, happy make - perfect for spring, Easter or just sending a cheerful hello.

Thanks for stopping by today! Natalia x

- Sweet Birthday Fun with Big Moments

 Hello All,

I’m back with another bright and cheerful card created with the Big Moments collection from Polkadoodles. This time I played with the Wishes and Celebrations Matchables Stamps & Dies, which are perfect for building cute birthday scenes full of personality.

For the background, I used the Boho Heart Meadow Stencil together with Distress Ink to create a soft, warm floral pattern. I love how this stencil adds movement and texture while still keeping the focus on the main image. The colours blend beautifully and give the whole card a happy, celebratory feel.

The stamped elements were coloured with alcohol markers and die‑cut for a clean, dimensional finish. The little cake, candles, and gifts come together to create a fun centrepiece that really pops against the background.

This collection is full of charm and playful details, and it’s always a joy to craft with. I hope this card brings a bit of inspiration to your creative week.

Natalia x

A Cute Spring Scene with Spring Showers Stamps

 Hello crafters!

I’m back with another springtime project following Wednesday’s Polkadoodles show on HobbyMaker TV. Since we revisited some earlier releases during the show, I wanted to continue the theme and share a fresh inspiration using one of my favourite sets - the Spring Showers Clear Craft Stamps.

For today’s card, I created a soft, colourful background using the Cloudy Landscape stencil, blending Distress Oxide inks to build a dreamy spring sky. All stamped images were coloured with alcohol markers, which gave them a bright, cheerful look and helped the characters pop against the pastel background.

The combination of cute critters, raindrops, clouds and playful sentiments makes this set perfect for birthday cards, spring greetings or just‑because projects. I love how the scene came together - light, happy and full of that sweet Polkadoodles charm.

I hope this post‑show inspiration brings a smile to your face and encourages you to keep crafting through the weekend.
Sending lots of crafty love
Natalia x

Make a Wish Card Using Big Moments Stamps

 Hello crafters!

Today I’m sharing another project created with the lovely Big Moments collection from Polkadoodles. For this card, I used the Wishes and Celebrations Stamps, which are perfect for building sweet birthday scenes full of charm and colour.

For the background, I blended Distress Inks through the Boho Daisy Love Stencil. To make the flowers stand out even more, I added a layer of clear embossing powder, giving the pattern a glossy, raised finish that catches the light beautifully. It’s a simple technique, but it adds so much depth and texture.

The stamped images were coloured with alcohol markers and arranged inside a decorative panel to create a soft, celebratory focal point. I love how the bright cupcakes and little details pop against the floral background - it feels cheerful, warm, and perfect for a birthday wish.

This collection is full of sweet elements and endless possibilities, and I really enjoyed bringing this card to life.
Thank you for stopping by

Natalia x

Polkadoodles Big Moments – OMG Birthday Card

 Hello everyone,

Today I’m sharing another fun project created with the brand‑new Big Moments collection from Polkadoodles - this time featuring the fabulous OMG Birthday Matchables Stamps & Outline Dies Bundle. This set is full of energy and personality, and it makes birthday cards so easy and enjoyable to build.

For the background window behind the stamped image, I used the Happy Celebrations Emboss‑Ink Layering Stencil, which adds such a lovely touch of texture without overwhelming the design. I blended Distress Oxides to bring in soft colour transitions, and then coloured all the stamped elements with alcohol markers for a bright, polished finish.

The coordinating stamps and outline dies work beautifully together, giving the whole card a clean, dimensional look. I love how bold and cheerful this collection feels - perfect for creating cards that really make someone smile.

I hope this little burst of colour inspires you to explore the Big Moments release and create something joyful today.

Natalia xxx

Polkadoodles Big Moments – Colourful Birthday Card

 Hello everyone!

Today I’m sharing a fun and vibrant birthday card created with the brand‑new Big Moments collection from Polkadoodles. This release is full of cheerful designs, and it was such a joy to play with all the coordinating elements.

For the background, I blended Oxide Inks and added soft texture using the Retro Rounded Square Stencil. The balloons and stamped images were coloured with alcohol markers, giving them a bright, lively finish that really brings the whole scene to life.

To build the main composition, I used the Wishes and Celebrations Matchables Stamps & Dies Bundle, which makes layering so easy and clean. I also added extra dimension with the Celebration Text/Balloon Cutting Dies - they’re perfect for creating bold focal points on birthday cards.

This new collection is packed with happy colours and playful details, and I loved combining them into one big celebratory moment. I hope this card inspires you to explore the Big Moments release and create something joyful today.

Thanks for stopping by
Natalia x

Joyful Handmade Card Coloured with Prism Alcohol Markers Deluxe Collection

 Hello my lovely creative friends,

I hope you’re having a colourful and inspiring day. Today I’m reaching back to one of my earlier makes - a card that has never been shared on the blog before, even though it’s been waiting patiently in my stash for quite a while. I’m really happy to finally bring it to the spotlight.

For this card, I used an illustration from the Prism Alcohol Markers Workbook – Vol. 1 by Hunkydory. It’s such a fun workbook to practise colouring techniques and simply enjoy the process without overthinking.

I coloured the image using the Prism Alcohol Markers Deluxe Collection. I love how smoothly these markers blend and how vibrant the colours look on the page. They brought the whole scene to life and gave it that joyful, dynamic feel I was aiming for.

It’s a simple make, but full of colour and positivity - and I hope it brings a smile to your face too.

Thank you and see you next time,

Natalia xxx

Polkadoodles Bright & Beautiful – New Release Featuring the Sending Love Stamp Set

 Hello my lovely crafty friends,

I’m so excited to finally share a peek at the brand new Bright & Beautiful collection from Polkadoodles! It launched just a few days ago and it’s already filling my creative space with joy. This release is all about celebrating love, friendship, and everyday kindness through vibrant colors, whimsical designs, and beautifully coordinated products. You’ll find clear stamps, dies, layering stencils, and so many sweet embellishments that make it easy to create heartfelt cards for any occasion.

I’ve been playing with the Sending Love stamp set and the Bubblecious stencil from the collection, and today I want to show you one of my first makes. It’s a dreamy little card featuring a curious mouse peeking out from its cozy hideaway. The background is a blend of Distress Oxide inks in soft purples, blues, and greens, with a touch of splattered black for texture. I used the stencil to add subtle movement and depth, and some of the foliage stamps to build a magical forest feel. The mouse and tree hollow are colored with alcohol markers to bring out their warmth and character, and the sentiment “Hi there” adds a playful, welcoming touch.

This card feels like a gentle hello from a tiny friend - and it’s just the beginning of what this collection inspires. I can’t wait to share more with you soon.

With love,
Natalia

Bold Birthday Card for Boys – Just for Him Stamp Set & Prism Coloring

 Hello friends,

Today I’m sharing a fun and bold birthday card made with the Just for Him stamp set - perfect for boys who love rockets, dinosaurs, gaming, and all things adventure. I used the Straight Edged Dotty Nesting Dies – Squares to create a grid layout, giving each stamped image its own spotlight.

The illustrations were colored with alcohol Prism markers for vibrant, smooth blending, and I added extra depth with Prism Inks to bring out the green backgrounds behind each panel. The perforated edges from the nesting dies add a playful texture that ties everything together.

The sentiment TO THE BIRTHDAY BOY finishes the card with a bold, graphic touch - simple and celebratory. This design is easy to customize with different themes or colors, and it’s a great way to showcase multiple images in one cohesive layout.

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope this card sparks some ideas for your next birthday project!

Warm wishes,
Natalia x

Fave Person & Textured Fun: Mixed Media Tag with Polkadoodles

 Hello lovely crafters!

I’m so excited to share my latest mixed media project: a vibrant tag featuring one of my favorite Polkadoodles characters! This project is all about embracing bold color, deep texture, and a sense of playful fun.

This time, I started with a sturdy tag base and went to town creating a complex background. I used various Polkadoodles stencils and stamps to build up layers of texture and pattern. The background is a mix of rich, bright inks and maybe some structural paste, blending greens, blues, oranges, and yellows to create a fantastic, aged, and chaotic canvas for the main image.

The star of the tag is, of course, the charming Polkadoodles doll stamp. I colored her using vibrant tones to match the lively background.

The sentiments, "YOU'RE MY FAVE PERSON. SOMETIMES" and "LET'S DO SOME STUPID STUFF TOGETHER," add a wonderful dose of humor and personality, making this tag perfect for your best friend or favorite mischief-maker!

This tag really shows how versatile Polkadoodles stamps and stencils are for heavy mixed media work. It's a joyful riot of color and fun!

I hope this bright and bold project inspires you to get messy with your inks and pastes!

Happy Crafting!

Natalia x

To a Top Lad: Simple Style with Hunkydory's Prism Collection

Hello everyone!

Sometimes less is definitely more! Today I'm sharing a sweet and simple slimline card created using the Hunkydory family of products, perfect for that special 'top lad' in your life.

This card is all about keeping the design clean and focusing on the vibrant coloring and charming motifs. I used the fantastic Just For Him Clear Stamps set, featuring those fun sweaters and balloons.

The Magic of Prism Products

To bring this card to life, I relied on the exceptional quality of the Prism range:

• Prism Ink Pads provided a quick and subtle wash of color for the background, creating a light, airy base that complements the overall simple style.
• Prism Alcohol Markers made the coloring of the stamped images a breeze! I chose bright, cheerful colors for the sweaters, and the markers blended beautifully, adding smooth shading without unnecessary effort.

This is a great example of how simple stamping and effective coloring can create a meaningful, handmade card without needing complicated techniques or multiple layers.

I hope this simple, cheerful design inspires you!

Happy Crafting!

Natalia x

A Cozy Christmas Night

 Hi everyone!

I'm back with another delightful festive card project today! I love creating cozy scenes, and this card perfectly captures the charm of a snowy Christmas evening. Featuring the adorable characters and scenes from the Cozy Christmas Collection by Polkadoodles Crafts, this design has all the best parts of winter: snowy rooftops, a bright night sky, and a very cheerful snowman!

This card uses several stamps and coordinating dies from the Cozy Christmas Collection (link products below the post) to build a wonderful dimensional scene. The stamps and dies from the collection were used to create the whimsical little houses, the snowy pine tree, the cute birdhouse, and, of course, the star of the show: the bundled-up snowman! I carefully layered these elements to give the card a fantastic depth, with the little houses tucked behind a frosty window frame and the snowman popping into the foreground.

The entire scene, from the textured houses to the playful snowman, was colored completely with alcohol markers. Using alcohol markers allowed me to achieve that rich saturation and smooth blending, giving the snowman and houses vibrant, cartoon-like colors. I especially focused on blending the colors on the snowman and using deep blues and purples to create that snowy night sky effect. The final touch of white paint splatters on the blue background helps mimic a gentle snowfall!

The sentiment, "HAPPY CHRISTMAS," is placed on a bold blue banner, perfectly complementing the night sky and tying the whole cozy scene together.

I hope this card inspires you to keep enjoying your holiday crafting! What’s your favourite image from the Polkadoodles Cozy Christmas collection? Let me know in the comments!

Natalia x

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Links :

Cozy Christmas Holiday Scandi Houses craft die cutters
Cozy Christmas Holiday bundle - Scandi Houses clear stamps and dies bundle
Cozy Christmas Holiday Scandi Houses clear Craft Stamp Set
Ho Ho Ho Snowmen Christmas Holiday bundle clear Stamps & Dies
Ho Ho Ho Snowmen Christmas Holiday Craft Cutting Dies
Ho Ho Snowmen Christmas Holiday Clear Stamp Set

A Sky Full of Stars and Cake – Happy Birthday card

 Hi everyone!

I'm excited to share a bright and cheerful birthday card I’ve just finished! I wanted to create a sweet, festive design, and what's more celebratory than cake and stars? This project relies on a fantastic combination of texture and rich coloring, all made possible by great supplies from Hunkydory Crafts.

The whole card is built around a lovely, calming color palette of soft blue and white. The background is completely covered in a fun, dimensional star pattern, which gives the card a great tactile quality.

The center focus, of course, is the birthday cake! This colorful image was actually cut and colored directly from the Prism Alcohol Markers Workbook - Vol. 1, making it an incredibly easy focal point to use!

The detail and smooth blending on the cake were achieved using the superb Prism Alcohol Markers.

• I used a selection of pens from the Prism Alcohol Markers - Deluxe Collection for the vibrant blues, greens, and yellows on the cake, candles, and plate.

• Coloring the pre-printed image from the workbook is a perfect way to practice blending and create a ready-to-use centerpiece!

For the beautiful, dimensional background, I used the Moonstone Embossing Folders - Stars. The way the stars pop out is so charming and adds a perfect layer of festivity without being too overwhelming.

The small, classic black and white sentiment, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY," grounds the design and completes the look.

I hope this star-filled birthday card inspires your next project! Do you have a favorite Hunkydory Embossing Folder? Let me know in the comments below!

Natalia x