Right as Rain - Cardmaking and Scrapbooking with Jean Manis

Penny Black Snowy Woodland Christmas Card

Hello! There’s something magical about a quiet winter scene, and this Christmas card brings that feeling to life. Using all Penny Black products, I created a serene woodland setting with three stamped evergreens and two die-cut cardinals nestled in the trees. The background features a subtle snowflake pattern stamped onto woodgrain cardstock, adding texture and a hint of rustic charm. A simple winter sentiment completes the card, making it a perfect way to spread warmth and joy this holiday season.

- Stamp the Snowflake Pattern background in white pigment ink on woodgrain cardstock, trim to A-2 size, and add to a card base. I have never stamped onto the woodgrain cardstock before; it is something I will definitely do again.
- Stamp the All Things Evergreen trees with Oxide inks on Sea Glass cardstock.
- Cut white cardstock with the largest Classy Frames die.
- Stamp the When Snow Falls sentiment in black ink above the trees. Trim the panel to fit within the Classy Frames die.
- Cut the snowbank from white cardstock with a die in the Border Collection set. Trim the snowbank as necessary and adhere to the tree panel.
- Add the frame to the scene and adhere the assembly to the card base.
- Embellish with birds cut from red cardstock with dies in the Winter Trees set (now retired) and snowflakes cut from white cardstock with a die in the Around Town set.

Blending both old and new Penny Black products, I’ve crafted a fresh and timeless Christmas card that captures the peaceful beauty of winter.

Hooray! Spellbinders Whimsical Frog Card

Hello! Today, I am sharing a playful birthday card created with the November Large Die of the Month – “HOORAY! It’s Your Birthday” – by Spellbinders. The colorful card features a cute frog driving a car attached to a “Hooray!” flag. Scroll for information about the Pre-Holidays Savings Event at Spellbinders.

- Cut a Sea Glass cardstock panel with the Essential Rectangle die and dry-emboss with the Stargazer folder.
- Cut a strip from Doodlebug patterned paper and add to the dry-embossed panel to create a ground.
- Add assembly to an A-2 card base.
- Create car, frog, flag, and presents with dies in the Large Die of the Month set from a variety of cardstock colors and assemble.
- Add the assemblies to the card background.

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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.

Up, Up, and Away Turtle Birthday Card

Hello! Birthdays are always a reason to lift spirits, and this whimsical card featuring a floating turtle with balloons does just that! Created with the November Small Die of the Month – “Birthday Bliss” – at Spellbinders. This card brings together playful elements and cheerful colors, perfect for sending birthday joy. The turtle, floating up into a clear sky with his balloon bouquet, makes a scene that’s sure to bring a smile.

- Cut Doodlebug Gingham-Linen patterned paper with the largest Essential Rectangles die and add to an A2-size card base.
- Cut card elements from a variety of cardstock colors with the dies in the November Small Die of the Month set. Assemble as necessary.
- Add to the card front with dot and foam adhesive.

With this set, it’s easy to create an adorable card in just a few simple steps!

Head HERE for a November Small Die of the Month tutorial.

Penny Black JOYful Christmas Card

Hello! I’m excited to share a CAS Christmas card featuring products from Penny Black. The card centers around a large, die-cut “JOY” with a village scene nestled inside the “O,” while Santa and his reindeer soar overhead. With its minimalist yet festive design, this card brings a touch of holiday cheer without overwhelming detail, making it perfect for mass-producing or gifting to someone who loves the beauty of simplicity. I shared another card with the Penny Black Immense Joy die HERE.

- Stamp the Snowflake Pattern in silver ink on white cardstock. Trim to 4″ x 5 1/4″. Attach to an A2-size card base.
- Using the Immense Joy die, cut red cardstock three times and adhere together.
- With the Here Comes… die, cut Santa and reindeer from black cardstock.
- Cut the Neighborhood Border from white cardstock and back the windows with yellow cardstock. Fussy cut a circle from dark teal cardstock for the back of the “O.” Trim the Neighborhood Border and back with the teal. Adhere assembly to the back of the Immense Joy die-cut piece.
- Add the Immense Joy assembly to the card background with dot adhesive. Add Santa and reindeer with foam adhesive.