Card Chaos Episode 18 – Mixed Media Challenge With Perfectly Pears

This week’s Card Chaos theme was Mixed Media — and let me tell you, that is totally not in my wheelhouse! Mixed Media combines two or more different materials into a single artwork, and while that usually feels a bit out of my comfort zone, I decided to jump in and give it a go.

I started with a Mossy Meadow layer embossed with the Peaceful Greenery folder for rich texture. On top of that, I added a grid design paper from the Painterly Pears pack. Using a leaf stencil and a Blender Brush with Mossy Meadow ink, I brought in even more depth and dimension.

For the sentiment, I punched a piece of Basic Beige cardstock with the Modern Oval Punch, then dipped the edges in VersaMark and heat embossed them with gold embossing powder for a touch of shine. The pear and flowers, also from Painterly Pears, were fussy cut and layered for extra interest. I finished it off with Linen Thread tied neatly at the top.

Even though Mixed Media isn’t something I usually do, I really like how this card turned out! Sometimes stepping outside your comfort zone brings surprising results.

🕖 Card Chaos airs Mondays at 7 PM Eastern on my YouTube channel. The challenge? Create a themed card in just 15 minutes! Mine took a little longer this time — but now I’m inspired to dabble in Mixed Media more often.

 

Card Chaos Episode 17 – Spooky Dutch Door Card Plus FREE Shipping Coming

Today’s card was created for Card Chaos, Episode 17, where the guideline was Spooky! I decided to make my last Halloween card of the year—and yes, it’s another Dutch Door Card (I just can’t get enough of this fun fold!). You can find the measurements on yesterday’s blog post if you’d like to give it a try.

All of the paper, tags, and punch-outs came from the Spooky Sweet Designer Series Paper Pack. I layered them onto a 4 1/4" x 3 1/2" piece of Basic Black, which I embossed with the Plaster Painting Embossing Folder for that perfectly eerie texture. The “Spooky” sentiment is from the Spooky Halloween stamp set, and I added two creepy spiders from a past Paper Pumpkin kit for just the right amount of Halloween creepiness.

To finish it off, I sprinkled on a few Shimmer Star Foam Stickers—they catch the light beautifully and add the perfect touch of sparkle. ✨

All of these products are still available in the Online Exclusives section of my Stampin’ Up! Online Store. While it’s a bit late to order for this Halloween, I highly recommend grabbing them now so you’ll be all set for next year’s spooky season.

🎃 Bonus Tip: Stampin’ Up! is offering FREE Shipping on orders of $75 or more (before tax and Stampin’ Rewards) for three days only—October 22, 23, and 24!

Don’t miss out on this great time to stock up on paper, ink, and all your crafting favorites!

 

Card Chaos - October 12th - 15 Minute Stripes Challenge With Winterly Birds

This week I joined my Craft Roulette friend Irene Smith for her fun YouTube show, Card Chaos, which airs Monday evenings at 6pm Central. The challenge? Create a card in just 15 minutes using the weekly theme—this time, it was stripes!

I decided to keep my card clean and simple. I started with a Thick Basic White card base measuring 7 ½" x 5 ½", scored at 3 ¼". The striped paper comes from the beautiful Winterly Birds Designer Series Paper—the front panel is 5 ¼" x 3", and the right side strip is 1" x 5 ¼".

For the focal point, I used a White die-cut circle from the retired Spotlight on Nature die set. The sentiment, stamped in Cherry Cobbler ink, is from last month’s Fall For Toile Paper Pumpkin kit. I finished the design with a charming Robin (fussy cut from Winterly Birds DSP) and added Fir branches and Pine Cones from the Branching Out dies.

It took me just under 15 minutes—having the Robin pre-cut definitely helped!

Why not take the challenge yourself? Set a timer and see if you can create a card in 15 minutes or less. It’s a great way to stretch your creativity and have a little fun!

 

Fall For Toile Card For Card Chaos Episode 13

✨ Card Chaos Live, Episode 13 ✨

This week’s challenge was all about creating an A7 Card (5" x 7")—and let me tell you, I had just seconds to sparefinishing mine! ⏱️

For my design, I used stamps, ink, embellishments, and ribbon from this month’s Fall For Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. 💚✂️ I love how it turned out—and I can’t wait to see what you create too!

Here’s what I used:

• A 4 3/4" x 6 3/4" piece of Darling Duckling card stock, embossed with the Thoughtful Leaves Embossing Folder (smooth side).

• A white panel from one of the Paper Pumpkin card bases, cut with the largest Branching Out Label Die.

• The rest of the pieces came right from the kit.

I wanted this card to celebrate Fall since today is the first day of Autumn, which just happens to be my favorite season! 🍂🍁

👉 Don’t forget—you can catch Card Chaos Live every Monday at 6pm CT on Irene Smith’s YouTube channel. Irene and her guest have just 15 minutes to create a card, and if you play along, you can share your project on the Card Chaos Facebook page. It’s so inspiring to see what everyone makes in such a short time!

 

Card Chaos – September 15th | 15 Minute Card Challenge

This week’s Card Chaos challenge was so much fun! The Card Chaos Crew voted to incorporate Texture into our cards, and I loved the direction it pushed me in.

For my card, I started with a 5 1/4" x 4" piece of Peaceful Garden Designer Series Paper, which I embossed using the retired Subtle Embossing Folder. That little touch of texture makes such a big difference! I mounted the panel on a classic A2 Night of Navy card base.

Next, I added a Pearlized Doily for a touch of shine, and layered on a Night of Navy circle punched with the 2 3/8" Circle Punch. For the sentiment, I used Peace on Earth, stamping with VersaMark Ink and heat embossing with Basic White Embossing Powder. Every time I heat emboss, I’m reminded just how magical it looks—I really need to do it more often!

To finish, I added a few Basic Rhinestone Embellishments for some sparkle. ✨

Card Chaos is hosted by Irene Smith and airs live on YouTube every Monday at 6pm Central Time. The challenge is to see if you can create a card in just 15 minutes! Whether you play along or just watch, it’s always inspiring to see the creative process unfold.

 

Card Chaos Live – Episode 11: Tone on Tone Challenge

This week I joined in the fun for Card Chaos Live, Episode 11, hosted by my Craft Roulette friend, Irene Smith. Each week, Irene invites a guest to her YouTube show, and together they take turns trying to create a card in just 15 minutes. Yes—you read that right—15 minutes! This week’s guest was Deana Glenz, and the theme was Tone on Tone.

Anyone can play along, and some participants even manage to create two cards during the time limit! I’m not that speedy, but I did manage to finish mine with just a few seconds to spare.

Here’s what I came up with:

✨ My Card Details

• Color Choice: I went with Garden Green Tone on Tone (no surprise since green is one of my favorite colors!).

• Layout: I used three 1 ½” x 4 ½” strips from the Lovely Garden Designer Paper Pack and adhered them to a 5 ¼” x 4” Basic White panel, which I embossed using the retired Subtle Embossing Folder.

• Focal Point: I die cut a Garden Green circle with the Spotlight on Nature Dies and layered it with a Basic White circle cut from a Stitched Shapes Die.

• Sentiment: From the Peace on Earth stamp set, stamped in Garden Green ink.

• Details & Embellishments:

  • Two vellum leaves cut from the Hugs Abloom Paper Pumpkin Die Add-On (watch for a new add-on set releasing September 11th!).

  • A few loops of Garden Green Twine tucked behind the circle.

  • Finished with three Brushed Brass Butterflies for just the right touch of shine.

I love how it turned out—it feels fresh, elegant, and perfectly “me” with all that green! 🌿

If you haven’t checked out Card Chaos Live yet, I highly recommend it. It’s a little chaotic (as the name suggests!), but it’s also so satisfying to see what you can create under a time crunch. You can catch the show every Monday at 6pm Central Time on Irene’s YouTube channel.

 

Spooky Sweet Panel Card For Card Chaos Episode 9

 

Panel Card for Card Chaos, Episode 9 🎃✨

I had so much fun playing along with Card Chaos, Episode 9! This creative (and slightly chaotic!) show was created by one of my Craft Roulette friends, Irene Smith, and this was my very first time participating.

Card Chaos airs Mondays on YouTube at 6pm Central Time. Irene sets the theme ahead of time, and then she and a guest take turns creating a card in just 15 minutes. This week’s guest was Vicki Ruta from the UK, and the theme was Fun Fold.

Since I wanted something quick to put together, I decided to make another Panel Card—and I actually finished right at the 15-minute mark (whew!).

For my card, I used paper from the Spooky Sweet 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper pack. The adorable Dracula and the back sentiment came from the Spellbinders 13 Days of Craftoween Box. To finish it off, I added a few Shimmer Star Foam Stickers. I definitely would have added more embellishments if time allowed, but I think it turned out super cute as is. 🦇⭐

What I love most about Card Chaos is the challenge—it really pushes you to craft under pressure, and I had a blast. There are also Card Chaos Facebook and Instagram groups where participants can share their creations, which makes it even more fun to see everyone’s take on the theme.

If you’d like to try making this Panel Card Fun Fold, here are the measurements:

• Card Base: 8 ½" x 5 ½", scored at 2" and 3 1/8" on both sides

• Middle Panel: 5 ¼" x 2"

• Side Panels: 5 ¼" x 1 ¾"

• Optional Accent Panels: 5 ¼" x ⅞" (to layer on the sides of the middle panel)

• Back Middle Panel (Basic White): 5 ¼" x 2" (perfect spot for your greetings)

You can also decorate the back of the card if you’d like to carry the design all the way around.

This challenge definitely stretched my creativity—and I can’t wait to play along again!