Bringing Storybook Magic to Life

Today, I’m excited to spotlight a delightful card created by Joanne Whittaker for the Creative Stampers Team Swap. Joanne has brought the Storybook Friends Bundle to life with her charming design, showcasing an enchanting nature-inspired scene.

Card Front Description

The focal point of Joanne’s card is a heartwarming composition featuring a squirrel and rabbit, each holding flowers in a beautifully illustrated garden setting. The backdrop is adorned with delicate touches of gardening tools and foliage, bringing a whimsical, storybook feel to the design. Centered in the card is an elegant circular sentiment piece, with “Thank You so very much” gracefully stamped in the middle. Surrounding this sentiment, the critters add a playful and inviting touch.

Joanne has carefully selected Memento Black Ink for crisp, detailed stamping. The cardstock foundation consists of Thick Basic White and Mossy Meadow, complemented by the Storybook Moments Designer Series Paper (DSP) to enhance the nature-inspired theme.

Inside the Card & Envelope

The inside of the card is kept intentionally simple—a white-based blank card—allowing space for the recipient to add their personal message. 

Tools & Materials Used

Joanne’s meticulous attention to detail shines through in her choice of tools, colors, and embellishments:

  • Ink: Memento Black
  • Cardstock: Thick Basic White, Mossy Meadow
  • DSP: Storybook Moments
  • Blends Used: Smokey Slate, Mossy Meadow, Boho Blue (retired), Crumb Cake, and Sweet Sorbet (retired)
  • Tools: Bone Folder, Stampin’ Up! Cut and Emboss Machine, Spotlight on Nature Dies (retired), Stitched Shapes Dies
  • Embellishments: Faux Glass Dots

Stampin’ Up! Product Availability

The Storybook Friends Bundle, along with individual items like the stamp set and dies, is available starting today from Stampin’ Up! New Zealand. You can find them online here:

Final Thoughts

Joanne’s card is a beautiful example of blending intricate details with heartfelt creativity. The adorable critters, thoughtful sentiment, and expert use of color make this design truly special. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or want to explore the Storybook Friends Bundle, this card captures the magic of storytelling and handmade artistry.

Thank you, Joanne, for sharing your creativity with the Creative Stampers Team Swap!

Interested in a Custom-Made Card?

I absolutely love the Storybook Friends stamp set, and if Joanne’s beautiful creation has inspired you, I’d be delighted to craft a custom card just for you! Whether you’re looking for a similar design or something uniquely tailored to your occasion, I can bring your vision to life with personalized colors, sentiments, and layouts.

Get in touch, and let’s create something special together! 💌

 

 

Whimsical Critters, Big Gratitude – A Handmade Thank You Card for Charity

This handmade Storybook Friends “Thank You” card features a heartwarming garden scene with charming critters, soft floral details, and a circular sentiment centerpiece expressing gratitude. 100% of proceeds (excluding shipping) go to a New Zealand charity of the buyer’s choice, making it a meaningful purchase that gives back.