Mirror Stenciling Technique with Lisa Horton Crafts - Stencil Deck vol.1

 Happy crafting! 

Today I’m sharing a fun and easy background technique using the Stencil Deck Vol. 1 from Lisa Horton Crafts.

By flipping and mirroring a single mini stencil across four quadrants, you can create a seamless, symmetrical pattern that fills an entire card panel. I used vibrant blue and purple ink blending to give the design depth and dimension, then finished it off with a soft blended frame and a simple "Have a wonderful day" sentiment right in the center.

It is such a versatile way to stretch your stash and get even more value from your smaller stencils. What’s your favorite stencil technique? Let me know in the comments!

Crafty hugs,

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

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

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

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

Sparkling Christmas – NOEL Card with Layered Poinsettia

 Hello everyone!

Today I’m sharing another festive make created with the brand-new Sparkling Christmas collection from Polkadoodles. 

For this project, I used the beautiful NOEL die and the Christmas Trees stencil to build the background, adding soft ombré shades of green and turquoise for a natural winter feel. The focal point is a large layered poinsettia, also from the new collection - full of texture and gentle sparkle. I love how all the elements come together to create a warm, rustic Christmas look that feels both elegant and handmade.

Thank you for stopping by,

Natalia x

Bright Floral Greeting Card Featuring Lisa Horton Crafts "Perfect Posie" Collection

 Hello everyone!

Today I’m sharing a vibrant, floral greeting card made with the Perfect Posie collection by Lisa Horton Crafts. This project combines stencil ink blending, delicate die-cuts, and texturing to create a fresh, cheerful design.

...And here is a little step-by-step tutorial...

Materials Used:

• Lisa Horton Crafts: Perfect Posie Layering Stencils & Coordinating Dies

• Inks: Cloud 9 Premium Dye Ink Pads (Sweet Violet, Sunshine Yellow, and Bright Pink shades)

• Background: Ink-blended background with subtle geometric texture from Stencil Deck

• Sentiment: "Hey You" circular focal element

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Ink Blending the Florals: I started with the Perfect Posie layering stencils, blending shades of purple, pink, and yellow onto cardstock to give the blooms dynamic color depth.

2. Die-Cutting: Using the coordinating dies, I cut out the floral clusters for layering.

3. Crafting the Background: I created a soft gradient background with ink blending brushes and added subtle textured patterns using grid/mesh stencils and die-cut elements.

4. Assembly: The floral die-cuts were adhered to the top and bottom corners of the panel with foam adhesive for dimensional depth.

5. Final Touch: I added the circular "Hey You" sentiment right in the center, along with a few clear drop embellishments for subtle shine.

I hope this bright floral card inspires your next crafting session! Let me know what you think in the comments below.

Happy crafting!

Natalia

Joy in festive colors – warmth, sparkle, and a touch of ink magic

 Hello everyone,

Today I’m sharing a card that truly captures the spirit of the season - JOY! The word itself became the centerpiece, cut with the Polkadoodles die and dressed in cheerful Christmas tones.

I blended Distress Oxide Candied Apple and Salvaged Patina inks to create a soft contrast - warm red meets cool mint, a combination that feels fresh yet cozy. The poinsettia, holly leaves, and golden accents bring everything together with a gentle festive glow.

It’s one of those projects that reminds me how much joy there is in crafting - a little ink, a little sparkle, and a lot of heart.

Sending HUGS! Natalia x

Say It With Flowers | Perfect Posie & Stencil Deck 2 Inspiration

 Hi everyone!

I’m back today to share a fresh floral card created with the fabulous Perfect Posie layering stencils and Stencil Deck 2 from Lisa Horton Crafts.

For this project, I wanted to play with soft contrasts - combining bright pink florals with deep blue leaves on a gentle woodgrain-textured background.

Here is how the project came together:

I used the Perfect Posie layering stencil set to build up the floral bouquet. Blending pink inks onto the blossoms and rich blue tones onto the leaves creates a vibrant contrast that pops off the card. Once ink blending was complete, I fussy cut the bouquet elements to create a layered 3D arrangement.

For the background, I used a stencil from Stencil Deck 2 to create a subtle light blue woodgrain pattern on textured cardstock.

To add extra depth, I layered a subtle white die-cut grid behind the main floral cluster. I finished off the card with the sentiment banner "Say It With Flowers" and a few sparkling gems for a touch of shine.

I hope this gives you some inspiration for your next stencil blending session! Let me know what you think in the comments below.

Happy crafting!

Natalia x

Crafting a Cozy Deer Tag with Polkadoodles MDF Kit (Part 2)

 Hi everyone! 🎨

I'm back with the second adorable animal from the Polkadoodles Critters MDF Kit! Today, it's time to show some love to this sweet little deer.

For this project, I painted the MDF layers in warm brown tones, added a cozy green-striped scarf, and a purple beanie. To make the background pop, I used vibrant yellow acrylic paint along with a geometric stencil pattern in deep purple and white details. I love how all the layers and textures come together!

Check out the step-by-step reel on the FB page and let me know which critter is your favorite so far!

Happy crafting,

Natalia x

Sneak Peek! New Perfect Posie Collection Launching Tomorrow

 Hello sweet friends!

Something gorgeous is coming to the LHC shop very soon, and I couldn't resist giving you a tiny peek before the big reveal!

I’ve been playing with the brand new Perfect Posie Collection from Lisa Horton Crafts, and oh my... the floral details and delicate layering possibilities are an absolute dream to work with! For this project, I created a soft, warm heat-embossed background, layered with beautifully ink-blended florals and a touch of subtle dimension.

Want to see the full creation and how this card came together?

Mark your calendars! The brand-new Perfect Posie collection officially launches tomorrow at 6:30 PM!

Stay tuned for the full video release and process pictures later on - on the FB page. Trust me, you’re going to love this collection!

Hugs,

Natalia x

Soft Greens & Snowflake Glow – Sparkling Christmas Inspiration

 Hello my crafty friends,

Today I’m sharing another festive card made with the gorgeous Sparkling Christmas collection from Polkadoodles.

For this project, I used:

• Pretty Scallop Ovals Dies for the layered frame,

• Sparkling Snowflakes Dies for the delicate centrepiece,

• and the Candy Diagonal Stripes Stencil to create the soft green striped background.

I love how these elements work together - the snowflake feels light and dimensional, while the striped background adds a fresh, modern twist to the traditional Christmas palette. A touch of shimmer and a small red bow finish the design perfectly.

This card feels calm, natural, and full of handmade warmth - just the way I love my Christmas crafting.

Crafty hugs, Natalia x

Introducing the New Perfect Posie Collection by Lisa Horton Crafts!

 Hello everyone!

I am so excited to share my latest project featuring the brand-new Perfect Posie collection from Lisa Horton Crafts!

From this new collection, I used the Perfect Posie Stamp Set (which includes these beautiful floral designs and sentiment stamps) along with the matching Layered Stencils to quickly and easily blend color into the flowers. To complete the look, I paired them with soft background ink blending, a 3D embossing folder for rich background texture, and finished off with gold pearl accents and the "Hello There" sentiment strip.

 Launch Details

The entire Perfect Posie collection officially launches this Friday at the usual time! Make sure to head over to the Lisa Horton Crafts store to grab your favorites before they sell out.

Let me know what you think of this fresh floral design in the comments below!

Happy crafting,

Natalia x

JOY – Festive Colours on MDF

 Hello my crafty friends,

Today I’m sharing a joyful Christmas make created on a MDF base using the beautiful Sparkling Christmas collection from Polkadoodles.

I wanted to play with colour this time - mixing teal, gold, purple and yellow for a modern festive look. The large JOY sentiment is surrounded by a delicate wreath and a layered poinsettia that adds dimension and brightness.

Working on MDF gives such a lovely tactile feel - it turns the project into something more like a keepsake than a card. I love how the textures and colours come together, full of light and Christmas spirit.

Crafty hugs, Natalia x

Crafting a Cozy Winter Fox Tag with Polkadoodles MDF Kit

 Hi everyone!

Today I’m sharing a project featuring the adorable Polkadoodles Critters MDF Kit. I had so much fun bringing this little winter fox to life!

For this project, I primed the MDF pieces with white gesso and painted them using vibrant acrylic colors. To give it a true winter vibe, I used a tree stencil to create a beautiful snowy forest backdrop, complete with hand-painted details, a cozy dotted scarf, and a cute fluffy tail. It’s perfect as a gift tag, tree ornament, or home decor accent!

Check out the full process in the reel on my FB page and let me know what you think!

Happy crafting, 

Natalia x

Sweet Winter Wishes – Sparkling Christmas Inspiration

Hello everyone!

Another card from my festive series created with the brand‑new Polkadoodles Sparkling Christmas collection.

This release is truly enchanting - full of soft winter colours, adorable characters and that magical holiday sparkle that instantly brings December warmth to mind.

For this card, I focused on gentle pastels, subtle shimmer and a sweet illustrated motif that feels like a tiny Christmas story captured on paper. The Sparkling Christmas elements work beautifully together - from the background to the character and all the little decorative accents.

The whole design has a soft, dreamy palette that makes the card look like a winter illustration straight out of a cosy holiday tale. This project is yet another reminder of how versatile and inspiring this collection is - perfect for both classic Christmas cards and more modern, whimsical designs.

If you’re looking for something that adds a special festive glow to your crafting, Sparkling Christmas by Polkadoodles is definitely worth having in your creative stash.

Natalia x