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Charming House-Themed Cards

Hello! Depictions of houses on cards evoke a sense of comfort, nostalgia, and storytelling, inviting the viewer into a miniature world of charm and personality. My fascination with houses began in childhood, sparked by the illustration of the “Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe” in Mother Goose. In this post, I’m sharing a roundup of cards from my blog archive where houses take center stage. Click on the card image to be taken to the original post for additional details.

Of all the dies in my collection, I’ve used the Lawn Fawn Build-a-House die set and its add-ons more than any other. It’s perfect for crafting scenes that suit a variety of seasons and occasions, from Halloween haunts to cozy Christmas cottages.

Mushroom houses bring a touch of whimsy to handmade cards. Here are two cards that showcase these charming homes: one with a stamped and watercolored design and another with a die-cut mushroom house. Both cards include playful gnomes adding to the magical and storybook-like feel of these creations.

The cards below feature beach huts (day-use structures perfect for seaside relaxation). These designs are perfect for sending warm and sunny wishes, no matter the season.

Smaller customizable house die sets offer possibilities for creating charming scenes. The card below shows two homes crafted from the same set, complete with trees and a picket fence for a picture-perfect neighborhood feel.

While I do have cards featuring birdhouses, lighthouses, dog houses, garden sheds, and garages, this roundup focuses on traditional and whimsical homes leaving the others for another time.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this roundup of house-themed cards! Revisiting these designs has inspired me to pull out my house-themed products and start creating more scenes! Do you use the house motif in your own cardmaking? What stamps and/or dies do you own that feature houses? Do you have any on your wishlist?

Winter Wonderland: A-Frame House Card

Hello! Are you embracing the magic of the winter season? This winter-themed card showcases an A-frame house set in a serene, snowy forest. The festive sentiment “Fa La La La” adds holiday cheer.

I revisited a previous design but gave it a fresh twist by using different colors and changing how I added snow to the scene. I explored a variety of techniques for adding snowy details to cards HERE.

- Dry-emboss light-teal cardstock with a snow folder. I used an embossing folder made by Sizzix, now retired. Add panel to A2-size card base.
- Cut a snowbank from Snowdrift cardstock and add to the background. I used a die in the now-retired Spellbinder Camper Life set.
- Cut the Layered Narrow Pines from Snowdrift cardstock. Each tree has two parts. To create a snow effect, apply Cosmic Shimmer – Fluffy Stuff – White to the overlay pieces and heat set. Assemble.
- Cut the A Frame House from a variety of cardstock colors. I used a Taylored Expression brick embossing folder to add texture to the chimney. Add Cosmic Shimmer – Fluffy Stuff – White to the top of the chimney and the roof and heat set.
- With dies in the Lawn Fawn Build-A-House Beach Add-On and Build-A-Cabin sets, cut windows and a light. Assemble and add to the house.
- Press the sentiment in Thunder ink (Jet Set ink set) with the Mistletoe Greetings plate and cut with the coordinating plate.

I am entering this card into the Simon Says Stamp Challenge with a theme of Cold & Frosty.

Christmas Window Scene for 52CCT Challenge

Hello! This week’s 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Challenge provided the perfect opportunity to create a festive holiday card using the August Sketch Challenge graphic as inspiration.

My design showcases a cozy window scene with die-cut shutters framing a decorated Christmas tree. A patterned paper background and intricate snowflake borders add seasonal charm, while the “Merry Christmas” sentiment completes the look. Let’s dive into the details of this cheerful creation!

- Cover A-2 card base with patterned paper.
- Cut the Snow Flurries Backdrop from Snowdrift cardstock and add to card front.
- With the Wonderful Windows die, cut the window and shutters from a variety of cardstock colors.
- Cut the Christmas tree from green cardstock. I used a now-retired Memory Box die (Frosted Christmas tree) and inked with Rustic Wilderness ink to create more contrast.
- Trim the bottom of the tree, add to a yellow cardstock panel (SU So Saffron), and attach the assembly to the back of the window with foam adhesive. Attach the assembled shutters and add gold latches. Decorate the tree with adhesive pearls and gold circles (I used a die in the Wonderful Windows set). Attach the window and shutters to the card front with dot adhesive.
- Press the Merry & Bright sentiment in Geranium ink on Snowdrift cardstock and cut with the coordinating die in the set. Add to the card with foam adhesive.

If you’re feeling inspired, head over to the 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Challenge site and join in—create your own card and share it with the community!

Festive Deer Card for 52CCT Challenge

Hello! I’m sharing an entry for the 52 Christmas Card Throwdown! This simple, yet colorful, card brings holiday cheer with a playful die-cut deer and JOY sentiment.

The sketch inspired me to keep the layout clean, letting the patterned paper and focal point really stand out.

- With the 4 1/2″ die in the Large Stitched Square set, cut the background paper. Add to a card base.
- Cut a white cardstock strip and die-cut the top with a die in the Stitched Hillside Borders set. Add to a patterned paper strip and adhere to the card background.
- Cut the Cheery Deer, including the string of lights, from a variety of cardstock colors and assemble.
- Cut the sentiment with Alphanumeric Bold letter dies from white foam and adhere to the card front.

Pineapples and Aloha Vibes

Hello! Today, I’m sharing a summer-themed card that captures the essence of tropical paradise. Featuring two pineapples adorned with hibiscus flowers, this card radiates happiness with its vibrant colors. The cheerful sentiment “aloha” adds the perfect touch.

- Cover A2-size card base with patterned paper. You can read more about background options in this post.
- Cut the Polaroid frame from white cardstock with the Say Cheese, Again die. I used this die on a nautical-themed card HERE.
- Stamp the Lawn Fawn Aloha sentiment on to the frame with black ink. The stamp set is available at Frantic Stamper.
- Add patterned paper to the back of the frame and add frame to card front.
- Color white cardstock with a variety of Distress inks. Cut the cardstock with the Playful Pineapple die set to create the pineapples and flowers. I used the inlay technique. The Playful Pineapple set creates a pineapple with eyes and mouth; the set also includes dies so that those elements can be eliminated.
- Add pineapples and flowers to the card with dot and foam adhesive.