Craft Roulette Episode 320 – My 225th Submission!

I’m so excited to share the card I made for episode 320 of Craft Roulette Episode 320 — especially because it marked my 225th submission milestone! 🎉

This week’s parameters were:

• Project: Z Fold Card
• Colors: Summer Vacation
• Element: Game(s)
• Random: Add a cat

I created a Center Panel Z-Fold Card featuring a bright summer scene with a blue sky, yellow sunshine, and fun orange popsicles. For the random parameter, I added not only a cat, but also a dog and bird using the Cutest Crew Die Set.

Since this was such a special milestone, I decided to make a card for myself using the famous Kmatto Effect! If you watch Craft Roulette regularly, you probably know this fun tradition started by Kristen Mattorano — creating a celebratory card for yourself when you hit a milestone.

For the game theme, I focused on Craft Roulette itself! Most of the stamped images came from the Maymay Craft Roulette stamp set that I recently won in a goody bag, along with images from the Craft Roulette Basics stamp set.

I also used:

• Beautiful Ordinary Life Paper
• Array of Dots embellishments
• Wink of Stella for extra sparkle ✨

One of my favorite details is the spinning wheel image. I stamped the center twice so I could pop it up with dimensionals, then brushed it with Wink of Stella to make it shimmer.

I also created a YouTube video showing the measurements for both this Center Panel Z Fold Card and a traditional Z Fold Card.

Be sure to join us for Craft Roulette every Friday evening on YouTube at 6:10 Central Time. Will this be your very first submission, or are you working toward the Mug Club with 100 cards submitted? Either way, it’s always FUNN! 🎲💖

 

4th Annual Skin Cancer Awareness Instagram Hop

I’m honored to be participating in the 4th Annual Skin Cancer Awareness Instagram Hop. For my card, I created a peaceful waterside scene with a gentle reminder to protect ourselves from the sun.

I covered the front of an A2 Thick Basic White Card Base completely with the Pool Party seagull design paper from the Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper Pack. The next layer is Misty Moonlight measuring 3 1/2" x 4 3/4", followed by a Basic White focal layer measuring 3 1/4" x 4 1/2".

To create the beachy scene, I lightly ink blended Pecan Pie along the bottom. The middle layer is Misty Moonlight, and the top layer is Pool Party with a touch of Lemon Lolly blended into the corner for the sun. I stamped the sea grass directly onto the panel using Old Olive ink. The stamped images and die cuts are all from the Relaxing Waterside Bundle.

I wanted to include a little reminder about sun protection, so I cut out a hat shape and hand drew the band and bow. The inside Basic White panel is also ink blended and stamped to coordinate with the front.

Now for the important part. Please let me remind you how important regular skin checks truly are. Unfortunately, several of us participating in this hop know the dangers of skin cancer all too well.

Melanoma is sneaky. Unlike other types of skin cancer, it can appear in less-exposed areas and may not look like a typical skin cancer. My melanoma was on my flank under my arm — not a place exposed to the sun. My intuition told me that the small irregular brown spot needed to be checked, and thankfully I listened. Because it was caught early, treatment was much easier.

Later routine skin checks revealed seven Basal Cell Carcinomas on my scalp that I never would have noticed on my own. Those regular appointments made all the difference. Please put skin checks on your calendar, even if you don’t currently notice anything concerning yourself.

On a lighter note, this hop also includes a wonderful giveaway from Pretty Pink Posh! If you’re on Instagram, please visit the participants on the hop list and leave a little love along the way. There is even a secret stop featuring a gift card giveaway!

Be sure to stop by my Instagram @jeanspaperjewels to see what everyone has created, and don’t forget to enter to win!

 

Scenic Coast Anniversary Card Inspired by the New Catalog

One of my favorite ways to create is to take inspiration directly from the beautiful projects in the new Stampin’ Up! catalog. Today’s anniversary card was CASED (copied and selectively edited) from the brand-new May–August 2026 Stampin’ Up! Catalog using products from the Scenic Coast Suite Collection.

I created this card in a 4" x 6" size because I really wanted to showcase an entire sheet of the Scenic Coast 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper. To make that work, I trimmed one inch from both sides so the gorgeous middle images would remain the focal point. I didn’t want any of that beautiful paper to go to waste, so I added the leftover strips to the inside of the card and used the entire sheet.

The soft Barely Blush cardstock was perfect for the detailed sunburst die cut as well as the sentiment strip. I paired it with Night of Navy die cuts from the Sunset Coast Dies to add contrast and depth. Three white Sunset Sparkle Sequins finish the card with just the right amount of shimmer.

The Scenic Coast Suite Collection is filled with serene coastal colors and peaceful scenery that instantly carries you to a happy place. It’s such a relaxing suite to create with, and I love how elegant and calming this anniversary card turned out.

Whether you CASE a catalog project exactly or add your own personal touches, it’s always a wonderful source of inspiration. I hope this card inspires you to pull out your favorite Designer Series Paper and create something beautiful today!

 

Craft Roulette Episode 318 – Ardyth’s Square Card Challenge

I’m sharing the card I created for Episode 318 of Craft Roulette Episode 318! This week’s parameters led me to a bright coastal design filled with layers, texture, and cheerful seaside colors.

This Week’s Craft Roulette Parameters

• Project: Ardyth’s Square
• Colors: May Garden
• Element: Textile
• Random: 3 Layers

For the project parameter, I created a 4 1/4” x 4 1/4” square card, affectionately known as an Ardyth’s Square, named after frequent Craft Roulette guest Ardyth Percy-Robb. It’s her favorite card size, and it makes such a fun canvas to design on! Using products from the Scenic Coast Suite Collection made it easy.

To capture the May Garden color palette, I used papers from the Scenic Coast collection featuring beautiful shades of Marigold Orange, Tulip Pink, Hydrangea Blues, and soft purples. The colors reminded me of a warm seaside sunset garden in bloom.

For the Textile element, I tucked strands of pulled burlap fibers behind the seashell cluster. The loose threads add wonderful texture and a relaxed coastal feel.

And although the random parameter called for 3 layers, my finished design ended up with five layers:

1. Card Base
2. Scenic Coast patterned paper
3. Lighthouse die cut
4. Seashell die cuts with burlap fibers
5. Sunset Sparkle Sequins

I love how all the layers add depth and dimension while still keeping the design balanced.

I also created a YouTube video sharing the finished card along with a demonstration and measurements so you can recreate the design yourself!

Thanks so much for stopping by today! This coastal square card was such a fun interpretation of the Episode 318 parameters, and I always enjoy seeing how everyone creates something completely different from the same challenge prompts.

 

Sending Sunshine With Sunset Coast Bundle

The Sending Sunshine Instagram Hop is all about spreading kindness, encouragement, and a little paper positivity each month. For this month’s hop, I created a cheerful sunrise scene using the new Sunset Coast Bundle.

The rising sun shining over the water and the tiny sailboat creates such a peaceful and happy feeling. I paired it with the sentiment, “You brighten my day,” because sometimes a simple reminder can mean so much. This card is definitely headed out as happy mail!

Our goal with this hop is to share positive and encouraging messages with others. We hope to inspire you to reach out to those around you — maybe offer a smile to someone who could use one, compliment a stranger, check in with a friend or family member, lend a helping hand, or simply remember to take care of yourself because you are worth it.

If you would like to join us for this monthly hop, it takes place on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1 p.m. ET. Just send a message to @craftyengineer or @missmissamakes on Instagram for more information.

Now please hop on over to Instagram and see all the amazing inspiration the other creators shared this month! I know you’ll leave inspired to spread a little sunshine of your own.

And as always, if you could use some paper positivity in your mailbox, please let me know. I would absolutely love to send a handmade card your way. 💛

 

Mini Slimline Instagram Hop – A Fresh Take on Card Design

This month’s Mini Slimline Instagram Hop was such a joy to be part of! Each month, our group comes together to create and share mini slimline cards, and it’s always inspiring to see the variety of styles and ideas.

So, what exactly is a mini slimline card? There’s a little flexibility, which makes it even more fun! Some of us start with a 6" x 6" piece of cardstock and fold it in half, while others use a 6" x 7" piece. No matter the starting size, all of our finished cards fit perfectly into a 3.75" x 6.5" envelope. It’s a fantastic size to experiment with—just a bit different from standard cards, but still easy to work with.

For my card this month, I decided to switch things up by creating a shorter card front while still keeping the finished size at 6" x 3 1/2". I started with a 6" x 5 1/2" piece of Old Olive cardstock and scored it at 2". This allows the inside panel to peek out slightly, adding a unique design element.

I used patterned papers from the Waterside Retreat pack for a serene, nature-inspired look. The top layer measures 5 3/4" x 1 3/4". For the focal point, I cut one of the patterned panels using the next-to-largest die from the Nested Essentials set and then matted it with the largest die in Old Olive for a polished finish.

Inside the card, I added a 5 3/4" x 3 1/4" panel of Very Vanilla cardstock. To soften the look, I lightly blended Pool Party ink around the edges using a blender brush. It adds just the right touch of color without overpowering the design.

All of the stamping on this card comes from the May Paper Pumpkin “Lakeside Retreat” kit, which pairs beautifully with the papers I chose. To finish things off, I added two of the stone embellishments from the kit and attached an Anchor Trinket tied with Linen Thread for a subtle nautical accent.

This card came together easily and has such a peaceful, layered look—I really love how the shorter front adds a little something unexpected!

Be sure to hop over to my Instagram channel @jeanspaperjewels to see what the rest of the group created this month. There’s so much creativity to enjoy, and you might just find your next idea!

 

Craft Roulette Episode 317 – Going BIG with an A9 (and Making It Work!)

Craft Roulette Episode 317 brought the creative fun with special guest Kristina Werner—and let me tell you, this one stretched me in more ways than one!

The Parameters:

• Project: A9
• Colors: Florist Shop
• Element: Birthday(s)
• Random: Something from your “Mesk” (Messy Desk)

Let’s Talk About That A9…

An A9 card is no joke—it starts as a full 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of cardstock, folded in half to create an 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" card. That’s HUGE! Honestly, I couldn’t imagine making a card that big and then not really having a practical use for it… so I pivoted.

Instead of a traditional card, I turned mine into a picture folder/mini album—something that feels more like a gift than just a card. Much better, right?

Florist Shop Colors = YES PLEASE 🌸

For my color palette, I used all the brand-new upcoming In Colors:

• Barely Blush
• Hydrangea Hue
• Golden Glow
• Peaceful Pine
• Crisp Cantaloupe

These colors absolutely scream florist shop vibes—soft, fresh, and full of life. They paired beautifully with the Bloom Boutique Designer Series Paper, which really helped tie everything together.

Birthday Element

I kept it simple but meaningful by adding a “Happy Birthday” die cut—perfect for the theme and easy to incorporate into the design of the album.

Something from My “Mesk”

This might be my favorite part! I already had a pile of butterflies punched out using the All Aflutter Bundle (because… messy desk life 😄). I brought them to life by coloring them with the new In Color Stampin’ Blends, and they added the perfect whimsical touch.

Turning It Into a Mini Album

To make the large format more functional, I added three 4" x 6" Flip Flap pocket pages inside. Now it holds photos and becomes a keepsake—so much more meaningful than a giant card that might get tucked away.

I also used the Boutique Blossoms Bundle to add layered floral elements throughout, enhancing that florist shop aesthetic.

Final Thoughts

This challenge definitely pushed me outside my comfort zone. I’m really glad I accepted it… but let’s just say I’m not in a hurry to make another A9 anytime soon 😂

If you’ve never watched Craft Roulette, it’s such a fun and inspiring weekly challenge! You can catch it live on YouTube every Friday evening at 6:10pm Central. As host Mary Gunn always says—the parameters are challenging, but they’re always doable!

🎥 I’ll have a YouTube process video coming soon where I walk through exactly how I created this project—stay tuned!

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Have you ever tried an A9 card or turned a card into something more functional? I’d love to hear what you would do with a project this size!