Summertime Gnomes: Celebrating the 4th of July

Hello! I am sharing a 4th of July card that features two whimsical gnomes, dressed in patriotic colors, and an array of sparkling stars adding a touch of magic. The gnomes were originally part of a Spellbinders die set released during the Christmas season. By repurposing the gnomes, I showcase their ability to bring joy and celebration to any occasion, be it Christmas or the 4th of July! Scroll for information on the Spellbinders Star Spangled Savings Event.

Summertime Gnomes: Celebrating the 4th of July

This charming 4th of July card is the perfect way to spread joy and celebrate the spirit of independence. Whether the recipient is a grandparent, a grandchild, a close friend, or a fellow crafting enthusiast, this card will surely bring a smile to their faces.

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Spellbinders | Lighthouse Birdhouse

Hello! Embrace the coastal spirit and celebrate the red, white, and blue with a Fourth of July-themed card featuring products from Spellbinders! This lighthouse birdhouse card is perfect to send to anyone who appreciates coastal charm and creative whimsy. Scroll for information on a Flash Sale – save big on Spellbinders past kit clubs, now until June 30.

Spellbinders | Lighthouse Birdhouse

Spellbinders | Lighthouse Birdhouse

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Spellbinders | Past Club Kits Sale


Art Impressions | Fourth of July Front Porch Delight

Hello! Today, I am sharing a card on which I have used the newest Art Impressions Front Porch stamp and die set – Patriotic. As I shared in this post, there is an entire Art Impressions Front Porch Series. This card showcases a charming front porch decorated for the Fourth of July with a sleeping dog in a chair, fluttering flag bunting, and a container of fireworks ready to light up the night sky.  Read on for step-by-step instructions on how to create the card.

Art Impressions | Fourth of July Front Porch Delight

Stamp Front Porch and Front Porch Patriotic images with VersaFine ink on Arches Cold Press watercolor paper; heat set.

Art Impressions | Fourth of July Front Porch Delight

Color images with watercolor markers (Tombow and Zig) using the watercolor paletteNo. 4, and No. 1 brushes. Once dry, cut with coordinating dies. Note: the Front Porch door die cuts the window panes. I chose to fussy-cut the door, as I had watercolored the window panes. For the flag, bunting, and doormat, I used the Tombow Navy marker (brush tip) directly on the watercolor paper.

Art Impressions | Fourth of July Front Porch Delight

Create a panel, measuring 4 x 5 1/4 inches, of dry-embossed Chamomile cardstock background (I used an older Stampin’ Up folder) and add a 1 1/4 inch strip of dark gray to the bottom to represent the ground. Add assembly to a card background of white Bazzill canvas cardstock (which has been added to an A2-size card base). Add elements to card with foam adhesive.


Rubbernecker | 4th of July Birthday Card

Hello! Today, I am sharing a 4th of July-themed birthday card created with Rubbernecker supplies.

Rubbernecker | 4th of July Birthday Card

  • Cover A2-size card base with patterned paper.
  • Stamp and heat-emboss in white the 4th of July Fireworks sentiment on navy cardstock. To create a horizontal sentiment, mask “Birthday” when stamping “Happy” and mask “Happy” when stamping “Birthday.” Trim panel to 3 5/8 x 4 7/8 inches. Add to card front.
  • Cut hat and fireworks with USA/Uncle Sam die set from red, dark red, blue, and white glitter cardstock; assemble.
  • Use hat and fireworks to determine placement of fireworks. Cut navy panel with dies in the Star Bursts/Fireworks set. Back with white glitter cardstock. Add navy panel to card base.
  • Add hat and fireworks to panel with foam adhesive. Embellish with gems.

Rubbernecker | 4th of July Birthday Card

Rubbernecker | June 2022 Summertime Release

Today Rubbernecker is celebrating their Summer Release! Head over to see the stamp sets designed with summer in mind, suitable for a wide variety of occasions. I created a single-layer, fireworks-themed, birthday card showcasing the 4th of July Fireworks set.

Rubbernecker | June 2022 Stamp Release

Rubbernecker | June 2022 Stamp Release

  • Heat-emboss the 4th of July Fireworks sentiment in white on black cardstock.
  • Stamp the first layer of the images of 4th of July Fireworks with white pigment ink. (One of the set’s images is repeated.) Let white pigment ink dry or dry with heat embossing tool.
  • Heat-emboss the second layer of the fireworks with tinsel embossing powders; gold, red, and blue shown.
  • Trim panel and add to white cardstock A2-size base.

Rubbernecker | June 2022 Stamp Release