Little Monsters – Hello Autumn Magic

 Hello everyone,

Today I’m sharing a fun and slightly spooky card made with the Hello Autumn digi stamp collection from Polkadoodles. I coloured the sweet bunny image with pencils — I love how soft shading brings out all the tiny details and gives the character a warm, hand‑drawn feel.

The background mixes grungy textures with splashes of yellow and orange, creating that perfect Halloween‑meets‑autumn vibe. I added a playful sentiment “Little Monsters” to tie it all together — because this season is all about cute tricks and cosy treats!

This project was such a joy to make — a mix of whimsy, colour, and a touch of spooky fun.

Thanks for stopping by, see you next time!

Natalia x

Handmade Christmas Bauble Card with Polkadoodles Crafts Sparkling Christmas Collection

 Hello everyone!

Today I am excited to share a festive handmade Christmas card created using the Sparkling Christmas Collection from Polkadoodles Crafts.

To build this card, I started by ink blending each paper element to bring rich dimension and vibrant color to the project. I blended soft pink and coral tones onto the poinsettia flower layers, shaping them carefully to build a dramatic three dimensional focal point. I used lush green inks on the foliage, pine branches, and holly leaves to create natural depth around the ornament frame. Deep red hues were added to the berries and accent pieces, which I finished with tiny liquid drops for extra shine. Finally, I stamped Merry Christmas in the center of a circular wooden ornament frame, tied it with a golden hanging cord, and set it over an ink splattered watercolor background.

Watch the full creation process in action in the short video tutorial on my FB page!

Happy crafting! 

Natalia x

Perfectly Imperfect – Colourful Blooms with Polkadoodles

 Hello my crafty friends,

Today I’m sharing another card made with the brand‑new Polkadoodles collection — full of colour, texture and positive vibes! For this design, I used the Lucky Dotty Flower Dies together with the Chicken Wire Texture Sheets (MDF) to create a vibrant, dimensional background.

The flowers are die‑cut and ink‑blended in cheerful rainbow tones - pinks, turquoise, yellows and purples - layered to add depth and movement. The textured MDF panel behind them gives a lovely rustic contrast to the soft petals.

I finished the card with a small sentiment strip “You’re perfectly imperfect” - because handmade art is all about embracing uniqueness and joy.

This project was pure fun to make - bright, bold and perfectly imperfect!

Natalia x

The World Needs More Colour – Lucky Dotty Blooms

 Hello my crafty friends,

Today I’m sharing a bright and cheerful card made with the brand‑new Polkadoodles collection! For this design, I used the Lucky Dotty Flower Dies together with the Leafy Flourish Circle Wreath Die - such a perfect combo for creating layered floral compositions full of movement and texture.

The background is softly blended in warm ombre tones from yellow to pink, finished with a subtle heart stencil pattern that adds a lovely touch of whimsy. I built the floral cluster using die‑cut petals shaded with inks and pencils, adding dimension and depth to each bloom. The leafy wreath frames the flowers beautifully, giving the whole design a natural, balanced look.

To finish, I added a small sentiment strip - “the world needs more people like you in it” - because this card is all about spreading kindness and colour.

It’s one of those makes that instantly lifts your mood - bright, happy and full of love.

Sending HUGS! Natalia x

Sparkling Snowflakes – Winter Glow

 Hello my crafty friends,

Today I’m sharing a frosty and bright card made with the beautiful Sparkling Snowflakes Craft Cutting Dies from Polkadoodles.

For the background, I used a stencil together with Stencil Butter to create soft, shimmering texture - it catches the light beautifully and adds that gentle winter sparkle. The snowflakes and ornaments are layered in cool blues and golds, giving a fresh, joyful feel.

I love how this design feels peaceful and full of light - just the right mix of colour and shine for the season.

Crafty hugs, Natalia x

25 December – A Touch of Gold

 Hello crafters,

Today I’m sharing a card that feels calm and elegant, with a hint of vintage charm. I used the beautiful Sweet Poinsettia Flower Craft Cutting Dies from Polkadoodles to create layered petals in deep grey tones, touched with gold.

The background has a distressed texture that gives a lovely aged look, and the golden “25 December” sentiment adds that perfect festive sparkle. I love how this design feels both modern and timeless - a quiet celebration of Christmas in soft light and texture.

Crafty hugs, Natalia x

Snowflake Noel – Sparkling Christmas Inspiration

 Hello,

After the lovely launch of Sparkling Christmas from Polkadoodles, I’m sharing another festive make - this time with the beautiful Noel Text Die Set.

For the background, I used a stencil together with Stencil Butter to create soft, dimensional snowflakes. I love how the texture catches the light and adds that frosty touch behind the bright letters. The colours are cheerful and fresh - pinks, greens and a hint of turquoise - perfect for a modern Christmas vibe.

Crafty hugs, Natalia x

Rustic Noel – Sparkling Christmas Inspiration

Hello my crafty friends,

After yesterday’s launch of the beautiful Sparkling Christmas collection from Polkadoodles, I wanted to share another festive make - a little NOEL hanging sign full of texture and colour.

I used soft turquoise tones for the background and added layers of holly, berries, and flowers for a cheerful, rustic look. The letters have a touch of sparkle that catches the light beautifully - perfect for the season.

This project feels joyful and cosy, just like Christmas mornings. If you missed the launch on HobbyMaker, you can still catch all the inspiration and see the full collection on the Polkadoodles website.

Crafty hugs, Natalia x

Sweet Honey Bear – sunshine, honeycombs & a beary cute friend

Hello everyone! 

Today I’m sharing a card that instantly puts me in a good mood - warm colours, soft textures, and the sweetest little bear from the Beary Cute Bear Nature Outdoor Die Set by Polkadoodles. And the best part? This die set is currently on sale, so if you’ve been eyeing it, now’s the perfect moment to treat yourself.

I started by creating the background using the Honeycomb Drips Craft Stencil. I wanted something playful but still soft, so I blended Distress Oxide inks in warm yellows and gentle browns, adding a touch of blue to bring in a bit of sky-like freshness. Distress Oxides always give that velvety, dreamy finish - perfect for a nature-inspired scene.

The little bear is definitely the star here. I love how expressive he becomes once all the tiny die-cut pieces come together. With a bit of shading, he looks like he’s wandering through a sunny forest, happily discovering his favourite honey spot. The honeycomb pattern behind him ties everything together and adds that sweet, whimsical touch.

To finish the card, I added the sentiment “may your day be as fantastic as you!” — a small reminder that even simple moments can feel magical when wrapped in a bit of kindness and colour.

This project was pure joy to make - soft, cheerful, and full of that cosy Polkadoodles charm.

Natalia x

A Fun Puppy Card with a Playful Kitty Background

 Hello All,

Today I’m sharing a bright and cheerful card featuring the adorable Woof You Dog Puppy stamps from Polkadoodles. For the background, I used the Kitty Cats stencil together with Distress Oxide inks. I love how the playful cat pattern contrasts with the sweet puppy image, creating a fun and unexpected mix.

The puppy is coloured with alcohol markers, giving him soft shading and lots of character. The layered stencil background adds movement and texture, while the bold colours make the whole design pop. It’s a simple but joyful card - perfect for sending a smile or a friendly “woof”.

Thank you for stopping by! Natalia x

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 Soft Leafy Background with a Sweet Little - hoop

 Hello All,

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

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

Soft Layers & Florals for a Happy Card

Hello crafters! 

Today I’m sharing a bright, happy card created with some of my favourite Polkadoodles goodies. I reached for the Lily Vase Flower clear stamps, the Colour Create Stencil & Chipboard pack, and the Boho Petals 5 x Layering Emboss‑Ink Stencil Set. All the colour comes from Distress Oxide inks, blended and layered to build a soft, artsy background full of movement.

I started by creating the background using the Boho Petals layering stencil - the overlapping shapes add such a lovely flow and instantly bring the whole piece to life. On top of that I added a few subtle details from the Colour Create stencil and chipboard elements to give the card more depth and texture.

The focal point is the sweet watering can with flowers from the Lily Vase Flower stamp set. I coloured everything with Distress Oxides, keeping the palette fresh and uplifting. The sentiment Just be YOU felt perfect for this soft, encouraging design.

It’s one of those makes that comes together with joy - playful colours, layered stencils, and a simple but meaningful focal point. Thank you for stopping by. Natalia x

Woodland Fox + Colour Splash Background

 Hello crafters!

Today I got another make from Friday’s HobbyMaker show! If you watched the show, you probably spotted the adorable Nuts About You – Woodland Fox Clear Stamp Set - and it’s now on sale on the Polkadoodles website, which makes it even sweeter.

For today’s card I played with this cute woodland fox holding a cupcake. I kept everything bright and cheerful with a splashy, mixed‑media style background full of colour and texture. The little mushrooms and the wooden sign add that fun forest vibe, and the whole scene comes together beautifully with this stamp set.

If you loved this fox during the show, now’s the perfect moment to grab it while it’s discounted. Such a charming set to craft with - and so easy to build cute scenes like this one.

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