Craft Roulette Episode 297 – A Thank You Holiday Card

Craft Roulette Episode 297 was another fun spin of Mr. Wheel! The Project was a Holiday Card, and I decided to make a heartfelt thank you card for the sweet holiday card my grandson made for me at Christmas. 💛

The Forest Colors spin inspired a cozy woodland scene. I used Forest Green, browns, pink, and coral for whimsical mushrooms growing in the forest, with yellow birds flying around to add a cheerful touch.

For the Element, Toy(s), my adorable bear is holding a teddy bear toy, which couldn’t be more perfect. The Randomspin was Wonky, so I chose to place the Designer Series Paper wonky along with wonky stripes on the small paper strip at the bottom for extra personality.

I used the fabulous new Valentine Kisses Bundle along with the beautiful Brushed With Beauty Designer Series Paper. My card base is a pre-made Notecard, which comes with a matching envelope. The folded card size is 5" x 3 1/2", and they come 20 to a set for $10—such a handy staple to have ready!

The next layer is a 4 3/4" x 3 1/4" piece of Calypso Coral, embossed with the Forever Plaid Embossing Folder for added texture.

That bear die cut is so much fun! The die cuts out the arms and includes several options for what the bear can hold—a flower bouquet, heart, teddy bear, or a little jar. I added a touch of pink watercolor pencil to his ears and cheeks, then finished both bears off with Wink of Stella on their noses for a little sparkle.

The small sign was die cut from a scrap of woodgrain paper, stamped with hearts and XOXO. The tiny yellow birds are also included in the die set and are just the sweetest finishing touch.

Both the Valentine Kisses Bundle and Brushed With Beauty Designer Series Paper are available in the Online Exclusives section of my store.

🎡 Craft Roulette airs every Friday night at 6:10 PM Central Time on YouTube. Join us each week to see how everyone interprets the spins—I’d love for you to craft along!

Thanks so much for stopping by, and happy crafting! 💕

 

🌵 Craft Roulette Episode 296 – My Submission! 🌵

For Episode 296 of Craft Roulette, Mr. Wheel definitely kept me on my toes! At first glance, the parameters felt a little wild… but surprisingly, everything came together beautifully. Here’s how my card fulfilled each spin:

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🎨 Project: A2 Card

I created a classic A2 card (5 1/2" x 4 1/4") using Mossy Meadow Card Stock as my base. The deep green made a perfect foundation for the fresh and airy palette I planned.

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🌈 Colors: Fresh & Clean

For the “Fresh & Clean” color parameter, I chose a soft and breezy combination of:

• gentle greens

• warm yellow

• juicy melon orange

• a touch of orchid pink

This mix gave the card a clean, uplifting feel with just the right pop of personality.

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🌵 Element: From the Desert

To represent From the Desert, I used designer paper featuring desert blooms. The subtle florals added warmth and structure without overpowering the soft palette.

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🔧 Random: Edge Distress

For the random parameter, I added edge distressing.
The sentiment tag is ink-distressed with Mossy Meadow Ink, giving it a worn, organic touch that ties the design together.

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Even though the parameters looked a little crazy at first (thanks, Mr. Wheel!), this card turned out to be such a fun creative challenge.

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🎥 Join the Fun!

Catch Craft Roulette live every Friday evening at 7:10 Central on YouTube. It’s a blast—you never know what the wheel will bring!

 

Celebrating 50 Years with a Handmade Card

oday I’m sharing a special card I created for my neighbor’s 50th Anniversary. It was such a joy to step away from holiday crafting for a moment and work on something soft, elegant, and full of meaning.

I started with a Petal Pink card base, stamped tone-on-tone using the brand-new Lasting Linen Background Stamp. This subtle texture adds such a lovely, classy foundation without overwhelming the design.

For the focal layers, I used the Arched Dies, which frame everything so beautifully. The designer series paper is another new favorite—Brushed With Beauty, from our November Online Exclusives. Its soft florals paired perfectly with the warm Petal Pink.

The gold accents bring the whole card to life. I die-cut the “50” from gold glimmer paper I had saved from a wedding invitation. I also repurposed the delicate heart flourish from that same invitation, which felt like the perfect sentimental touch. A single pearl from the Pearls of Beauty Embellishments sits right above it, matching the DSP like it was meant to be.

Inside the card, I added a fussy-cut flower from the designer paper to tie everything together.

This was such an easy card to create, but I love how elegant and meaningful it turned out. It also reminded me how important it is to pause and make something just for the joy of it—especially during this busy holiday season.

I hope you’re able to carve out a little creative time for yourself, too. 💗

 

Craft Roulette Episode 295 — Turkish Map Fold Mini Card

For Craft Roulette Episode 295, my project prompt was Map Fold, so I decided to create a tiny Turkish Map Fold insert for a 3" x 3" card. I started with a 6" x 6" sheet of Timeless Plaid paper, which worked beautifully for this fold.

Why It’s Called a Turkish Map Fold

The Turkish Map Fold originates from historical map-making. Cartographers used this clever fold because it allowed large maps to collapse into smaller, more portable sizes without heavy creasing through the artwork. When opened, the fold expands into a full, flat shape—making it perfect for surprise elements inside handmade cards!

Before attempting it, I watched several YouTube tutorials to be sure I was folding everything correctly. Once I got the hang of it, the technique was surprisingly easy and very satisfying.

Color Palette — “Planter”

The color challenge included planter-themed shades, so I used:

• Terracotta orange

• Soil browns

• Greens for the plants

• Blues for the sky

Element — From the Sky

There are two tiny butterflies fluttering up in the sky area of the card.

Random — Three in a Row

Across the bottom front panel, I lined up three little plants in a row, which fit the prompt perfectly.

The “Hey” sentiment from the Charming Day stamp set tucked wonderfully into the cloud. All of the sweet critters and images came from the 12" x 12" Storybook Friends paper pack. Such a fun card to make, and the interactive map fold gives it the cutest surprise factor!

Craft Roulette airs Fridays on YouTube at 6:10 Central Time—come join the fun!

 

Craft Roulette Episode 294 – My Peaceful Garden A2 Fun Fold

This week’s Craft Roulette challenge (Episode 294) was such a delight! The wheel gave us a wonderful set of parameters, and I instantly knew I wanted to reach for the beautiful Peaceful Garden Designer Series Paper and the Peace On Earth Bundle. The project that came together is an elegant, wintery A2 fun fold filled with Christmas blues, mountain elements, and just the right touch of sparkle.

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📝 The Parameters

🎯 Project: A2

I created an A2 fun fold card using the Peaceful Garden DSP as the star of the show. The soft patterns, snowy branches, and serene feel were perfect for a holiday card. The fun fold adds interactive charm without adding bulk.

🎨 Colors: Holiday

The wheel landed on Holiday, so I chose Christmas Blues—cool, peaceful shades that pair beautifully with winter themes. The Night of Navy card base grounds the design with rich color, while the DSP brings in soft coordinating hues.

🏔️ Element: From the Mountains

This one inspired the whole direction of the card. The doves from the Peace On Earth Bundle look like they’re gently flying above a mountain landscape, and the DSP even includes delicate tree branches that echo a wintery, mountainous scene. It was a perfect match!

✨ Random: Fancy Paper

To top it all off, I added glimmer paper to the top of the tag for extra sparkle. I also created a fancy die-cut border along the right side of the card to add texture and elegance. A little shimmer goes a long way on a holiday card!

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📏 Card Measurements

Here’s the full layout if you’d like to recreate this project:

• Night of Navy Card Base:
  5 1/2" x 4 1/4"

• Peaceful Garden Designer Series Paper Layer:
  7" x 5 1/4", scored at 3"

• Right-Side Punched Border:
  1 1/4" x 5 1/4"

• Inside Night of Navy Layer:
  2 5/8" x 5 1/8"

• Basic White Inside Layer:
  2 1/2" x 5"

This combination creates a clean, crisp fun fold with plenty of room for stamping, layering, and decorating.

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🎥 Join the Fun!

Craft Roulette airs Friday evenings at 7:10pm Central Time on YouTube, and it’s always an inspiring, creativity-sparking good time. Each episode brings a new spin of the wheel—and a new challenge to get your imagination going.

If you haven’t joined us yet, come play along and see what YOU can make with the next set of parameters!

 

Russell Stover Marshmallow Treat Holders Featuring Nests of Winter DSP

I’m excited to share these adorable Russell Stover Marshmallow candy treat holders that I created using the Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper. This gorgeous paper has been a favorite of mine this season—I actually used up the very last of my supply while making these! The good news? It’s still available in my Online Store, so you can enjoy it while supplies last.

These little treat holders come together quickly and can be customized for any season, any reason. Whether you need a simple table treat, stocking stuffer, teacher gift, coworker surprise, party favor, or a “just because” treat—this design works beautifully every time.

You’ll find all the measurements right in the photos I posted, making it easy to follow along and recreate them at home.

A Few Notes About the Project

• I used Russell Stover Marshmallow candies as the treat inside—they fit perfectly.

• The Nests of Winter DSP adds the perfect wintery touch, but you can easily swap in any Designer Series Paper for any holiday or occasion.

• These are wonderful for mass-producing! Once you cut your paper, assembly is fast and fun.

If you’d like to make your own, be sure to visit my Stampin’ Up! Online Store to pick up the Nests of Winter DSP and all your crafting essentials:

👉 Online Store: jeanaddis.stampinup.net
👉 Follow Me on Facebook: Jeans Paper Jewels

I hope these treat holders inspire you to create a few sweet surprises of your own. Let me know if you give them a try—I’d love to see what you make!

Happy crafting! 🎄✨

 

Easy Fun Fold Card Featuring Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper

Today’s card is an easy Fun Fold design that showcases the beautiful Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper. The sweet bird on the front is fussy cut directly from the paper, creating an effortless focal point with lots of charm. The sentiment is from the stamp set included in my 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar, but you can substitute any sentiment you love.

One of the best things about this Fun Fold is its versatility. Simply switch out the patterned paper, and you can create this card for any season or occasion.

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Measurements

Basic Black Card Base
• 5-1/2" x 4-1/4"

Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper
• 12" x 4"
• Score at 2-1/2" and 6-3/4"
• Fold along the score lines to create a simple Z-fold

Inside Panel
• Basic White: 3-3/4" x 3-3/4"

Focal Image
• Any image of your choice (the sample uses a fussy-cut bird from the Nests of Winter DSP)

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This layout comes together quickly and works beautifully with any two-sided paper you have on hand.