If you love beginner-friendly card sketches, easy card sketches, and creative ways to use your favorite scenic papers, then today’s cards are for you! One simple card sketch idea can create completely different looks depending on the paper, colors, and embellishments you choose.
For today’s cards, I used two stunning scenic printed papers collection from Stampin’ Up!®—the Frightfully Fun Designer Series Paper and the Scenic Coast Designer Series Paper. Both feature gorgeous scenic prints, making them perfect for creating quick and easy cards with minimal stamping.
This week’s card sketch is especially great for showcasing larger scenic images because it creates a fun windowpane effect that draws your eye right into the artwork.
Card #1 – Frightfully Fun Designer Series Paper
My first card features the Frightfully Fun Designer Series Paper, a 12″ x 12″ paper pack filled with whimsical Halloween scenes and characters.
For the card base, I used Basic Black cardstock. I then cut a piece of the Frightfully Fun Designer Series Paper to fit the card front and sliced it into sections to create a windowpane look. This simple technique adds interest while still allowing the beautiful scenic print to remain the star of the card.
To finish the front, I stamped my sentiment from the coordinating Oh My Fright Stamp Set and added a few of the Bats, Ghosts, and Dots Embellishments for a playful Halloween touch.
Inside the card, I kept things simple by adding a layer of Very Vanilla cardstock along with a coordinating strip of Designer Series Paper across the bottom.
This is a quick and easy card that comes together in minutes and is a fantastic way to use those larger scenic prints that can sometimes be difficult to cut apart.
Card #2 – Scenic Coast Designer Series Paper
For my second card, I used the beautiful Scenic Coast Designer Series Paper.
The card base is Blueberry Bushel cardstock, which perfectly complements the coastal colors found in the paper. Just like the first card, I cut the Designer Series Paper into sections to create the same windowpane effect.
To decorate the card front, I used the coordinating Sunset Coast Bundle for both the sentiment and die-cut elements. The lighthouse and birds add wonderful dimension while enhancing the scenic coastal view.
Of the two cards, this one is definitely my favorite. It reminds me of summer afternoons spent looking out over the water, watching the lighthouse in the distance and birds soaring through the sky. The sentiment, “You Brighten My Day,” feels like the perfect finishing touch for this peaceful scene.
I accented the card with Sparkling Sunset Sequins for a little extra shimmer and sparkle.
For the inside, I added a layer of Basic White cardstock and finished it with a coordinating strip of the same Designer Series Paper used on the front.
One Card Sketch, Endless Possibilities
What I love most about this layout is how versatile it is. Using the exact same card sketch, I was able to create two completely different cards for two completely different occasions.
The Halloween card feels fun and playful, while the coastal card feels relaxing and serene. The only things that changed were the paper, sentiment, and embellishments.
That’s why card sketch ideas are such a valuable tool for card makers. Once you find a layout you love, you can recreate it again and again using different Designer Series Papers to create cards for every season and occasion.
Whether you’re new to stamping or have been crafting for years, this is one of those quick and easy card sketches you’ll find yourself reaching for over and over.
Ready to Create These Cards?
The Frightfully Fun and Scenic Coast Designer Series Papers make it easy to create beautiful handmade cards with very little effort. If you’re looking for gorgeous scenic papers, coordinating products, and creative card-making supplies, now is the perfect time to add them to your collection.
Click on any of the products in the shopping list below and add your favorites to your cart. Whether you’re stocking up on Designer Series Paper, embellishments, stamps, or dies, you’ll find everything you need to recreate today’s cards and so much more.
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Thank you for choosing The Stamp Camp for your stamping inspiration and supplies. I appreciate your support and look forward to helping you create more beautiful cards all month long! Happy Stamping!
Download the Card Sketch
There are two ways to receive today’s card sketch.
Option 1: Download the free sketch and start creating with the supplies you already have on hand. All the free sketches are available in the
Photo Gallery here on my blog.
Option 2: Place a minimum order through my Stampin’ Up! online store and receive the sketch with complete measurements and instructions.
When you place a qualifying order, you’ll receive:
- Card Sketch #64 with measurements and instructions
- All 5 Card Sketches for July (60-64)
- Bonus PDF tutorials featuring the Frightfully Fun Designer Series Paper
- Bonus PDF tutorials featuring the Spooktacular Designer Series Paper
- Bonus PDF tutorials featuring the Scenic Coast Designer Series Paper
These bonus projects will give you even more ideas for using your stunning scenic printed papers collection cards.
These printable sketches are a fantastic resource to keep on hand whenever you need fresh cardmaking ideas, card sketch templates, or quick inspiration for your next crafting session.
July Customer Appreciation:
Shop with me in July and receive:
- Frightfully Fun Suite 4 cards with step-by-step instructions
- Scenic Coast Suite 12 cards with instructions and video tutorials (each week one will be showcased on my YouTube Channel)
- 5 Card Sketches with Measurements & Instructions
I’m changing things up a bit, you will still receive ALL the Suite of the Month Projects just like last month only I will post them in the Photo Gallery on my blog week by week instead of all at once. Life happens and I just didn’t have the time to post everything at the beginning of the month so I’m spreading it out throughout the month. Visit the photo gallery every week to see what has been added.
This month I’ve focused on the Frightfully Fun Suite and the Scenic Coast Suite – both have stunning scenic printed papers collection!
If you are a demonstrator you can purchase the entire month’s worth of downloads for $46.00, let me know and I’ll send you a PayPal invoice.
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