Looking for simple card sketch ideas that make creating handmade cards quick, easy, and fun? You’re in the right place! This week at The Stamp Camp, I’m sharing Card Sketch #78 and showing you how to create three beautiful handmade cards using three different Stampin’ Up!® Designer Series Paper collections. Whether you’re new to stamping, returning to card making, or just looking for card sketches free to download and print, this week’s layout is a great addition to your collection!
One of my favorite things about card sketches is how easy they make the creative process. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel every time you sit down to make a card. Simply choose your favorite Designer Series Paper, coordinate your cardstock, add a sentiment, and you’re ready to create!
Today, I’m featuring the Timeless Christmas, Sunflower Fields, and Painted Patch Designer Series Papers. Each card has its own personality, but all three started with the same Card Sketch #78.
Card #1 – Timeless Christmas Suite Collection
We’re starting with a little Christmas cheer using the beautiful Timeless Christmas Suite Collection!
I chose Poppy Parade for my card base and layered a piece of Timeless Christmas Designer Series Paper onto Peaceful Pine cardstock before attaching it to the card front.
For my sentiment, I used the largest banner die from the Nested Essentials Dies. I then stamped the holly and berries from the coordinating stamp set, hand-cut the images, and attached them to the card front.
Those little holly and berry accents add just the right amount of Christmas charm!
November Customer Appreciation Bonus!
The Timeless Christmas Suite Collection is also featured in my November 1–15, 2026 Customer Appreciation offer! When you place a qualifying order in my online Stampin’ Up! store, you can receive 20 downloadable project PDFs featuring this beautiful collection.
You’ll find all the details further down in today’s post!
Card #2 – Sunflower Fields Designer Series Paper
Who says sunflowers are just for summer? This next card features the gorgeous Sunflower Fields Designer Series Paper paired with the Radiant Sunflowers Bundle.
I started with a Early Espresso card base and added my Sunflower Fields Designer Series Paper.
Next, I used the Radiant Sunflowers Dies to create my sunflower. The flower was die-cut from Golden Glow cardstock, while the leaves and flower center were die-cut from Secret Sea cardstock.
For my greeting, I stamped “Wishing You So Much Happiness” and die-cut it using the second-largest banner die from the Nested Essentials Dies.
I layered the sentiment onto the largest banner die-cut in Early Espresso and attached it to the card front.
I love how the Golden Glow sunflower pops against the rich Secret Sea cardstock!
This is a perfect example of how simple card sketch ideas can be adapted to create handmade cards for so many different occasions.
Card #3 – Painted Patch Designer Series Paper
For my third card, I decided to switch things up just a little while still following Card Sketch #78.
This time, I’m using the Painted Patch Designer Series Paper with a Secret Sea card base.
I added a background layer, by embossing a piece of Pool Party cardstock using the Rustic Check Embossing Folder. This adds a beautiful textured element to the card front.
I then layered a piece of Painted Patch Designer Series Paper onto Secret Sea cardstock and attached it to the card.
For the sentiment, I used the same two banner dies from the Nested Essentials Dies that I used on my sunflower card.
To finish things off, I die-cut a pumpkin directly from the Painted Patch Designer Series Paper and added a few Painted Patch Dots for embellishments.
This is one of my favorite ways to stretch a card sketch! Simply replace a Designer Series Paper layer with embossed cardstock to add texture and give your card a completely different look.
Card Sketches Free – Download and Print Sketch #78!
Are you ready to give this week’s sketch a try?
My free printable card sketch templates are perfect for beginners and experienced card makers alike. They take the guesswork out of designing a card and give you a starting point for creating something beautiful.
Card Sketch #78 is FREE to download and print!
Simply click on the sketch below to download your free copy, or visit the Weekly Card Sketches Album in the Photo Gallery here at The Stamp Camp.
The free version provides the layout so you can get creative with the cardstock, Designer Series Paper, and supplies you already have on hand.
Want Card Sketch #78 With Measurements and Instructions?
Do you love card sketches but prefer having the exact measurements and step-by-step instructions?
I’ve got you covered!
Place ANY SIZE order in my Stampin’ Up! online store during November 2026, and I’ll send you the password to my exclusive November Customer Thank You Album.
Inside the album, you’ll find:
- November’s weekly card sketches with measurements
- Step-by-step instructions to recreate the cards
- Downloadable and printable PDF tutorials
No more guessing at measurements! Just follow along and enjoy creating your handmade cards.
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November 1–15 Customer Appreciation – 20 Timeless Christmas PDFs!
There’s even more to love this month!
From November 1–15, 2026, when you place a minimum $50 order (before shipping and tax, and after rewards are applied) in my Stampin’ Up! online store, you’ll receive access to my exclusive Timeless Christmas Customer Appreciation Album.
Inside, you’ll find 20 downloadable and printable project PDFs featuring the Timeless Christmas Suite Collection!
It’s my way of saying THANK YOU for choosing me as your Stampin’ Up! demonstrator.
And remember, your qualifying $50 order also gets you access to November’s weekly card sketches with measurements and instructions!
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Shop the Supplies to Create Your Own Simple Card Sketch Ideas with Sketch #78!
Check out my shopping list below for the Stampin’ Up! products I used to create today’s three cards. Whether you love Christmas cards, sunflowers, or colorful fall designs, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to get started.
Remember, any size order placed with me during November unlocks the card sketches with measurements and instructions, and a qualifying $50 order from November 1–15 also earns you my 20 Timeless Christmas project PDFs!
Thank you so much for stopping by The Stamp Camp today! I hope my simple card sketch ideas inspire you to pull out your favorite Designer Series Paper and start creating.
Happy Stamping!
Glenda Calkins
The Stamp Camp
Stampin’ Up! Independent Demonstrator
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