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Light /Pale Green Cardstock with Designer Series Paper in 4 panels. Left side panel top 4cm wide x 5 cm long, with light green and white plus sign pattern. Left side panel bottom,5 cm x 6.5 cm country garden pattern. Right side top panel 5 cm x 6.5 cm two-tone greens leafy pattern. Right side bottom board, 4 cm x 6.5 two-tone orange pattern. Light/Pale Green scallop edge 6 cm circle with white cardstock plain 5.5 cm circle fixed to the Base card with dimensionals to give a bit of depth. Stamped with a Mossey meadow ink sentiment, I am here for you from the THROUGH IT TOGETHER Stamp Set and Mossey Meadow ink and Real Red ink Berries from the POINSETTIA PETALS bundle stamp and dies (retired) To add sparkle, I Embellished it with three rhinestone jewels.
Light /Pale Green Cardstock with Designer Series Paper in 3 panels. Top 8.5cm wide x 5cm long, with a party confetti pattern mix colours pink, yellow, grey, and pale green. The middle panel is a light brown and dark brown text pattern 8.5cm wide x 5cm long. The bottom panel is 8.5cm wide x 4 cm long, with a delicate green and white plus sign pattern. Light/Pale Green scallop edge 6 cm circle with white cardstock plain 5.5 cm circle fixed to the Base card with dimensionals to give a bit of depth. Stamped with a Mossey meadow ink sentiment, I am here for you from the THROUGH IT TOGETHER Stamp Set and Mossey Meadow ink and Real Red ink Berries from the POINSETTIA PETALS bundle stamp and dies (retired) To add sparkle, I Embellished it with three rhinestone jewels.
Light /Pale Green Cardstock with Designer Series Paper in 3 panels. The left side panel is 4.5cm wide x 14.3 cm long, with a green, pink, orange and grey mix pattern. Middle panel 2cm x 14.3 cm country garden pattern. Right panel 2cm x 14.3cm orange and white up/ down v pattern. Light/Pale Green scallop edge 6 cm circle with white cardstock plain 5.5 cm circle fixed to the Base card with dimensionals to give a bit of depth. Stamped with a Mossey meadow ink sentiment, I am here for you from the THROUGH IT TOGETHER Stamp Set and Mossey Meadow ink and Real Red ink Berries from the POINSETTIA PETALS bundle stamp and dies (retired) To add sparkle, I Embellished it with three rhinestone jewels.
Light /Pale Green Cardstock with Designer Series Paper in 3 panels. The left side panel top is 4.5cm wide x 3.5cm long, with a two-tone purple dot pattern. Left side bottom panel 4.5cm x 10.2 cm two-tone orange floral regal pattern. The right top panel is a black and grey foliage branches pattern 4.5 cm wide x 10.2 cm long. The bottom right panel is 4.5 cm wide x 3.2 cm long, with a black and white sideways v pattern. Light/Pale Green scallop edge 6 cm circle with white cardstock plain 5.5 cm circle fixed to the Base card with dimensionals to give a bit of depth. Stamped with a Mossey meadow ink sentiment, I am here for you from the THROUGH IT TOGETHER Stamp Set and Mossey Meadow ink and Real Red ink Berries from the POINSETTIA PETALS bundle stamp and dies (retired) To add sparkle, I Embellished it with three rhinestone jewels.
Light /Pale Green Cardstock with Designer Series Paper in 3 panels. Top 9.5cm wide x 5cm long, with a black and cream floral pattern. The middle panel is a green and white cross pattern 9.5cm wide x 2.5cm long. The bottom panel is 9.5cm wide x 5.5 cm long, black and grey lace pattern. Light/Pale Green scallop edge 6 cm circle with white cardstock plain 5.5 cm circle fixed to the Base card with dimensionals to give a bit of depth. Stamped with a Mossey meadow ink sentiment, I am here for you from the THROUGH IT TOGETHER Stamp Set and Mossey Meadow ink and Real Red ink Berries from the POINSETTIA PETALS bundle stamp and dies (retired) To add sparkle, I Embellished it with three rhinestone jewels.
Light /Pale Green Cardstock with Designer Series Paper in 3 panels. Top Left Side Panel is 3cm wide x 4cm long, with a pink and white diagonal strip pattern. The right side top of the card panel is a black and white pattern Māori design 5cm wide x 4cm long. The bottom panel is 9 cm wide x 9 cm long, with a balloon celebration design. Light/Pale Green scallop edge 6 cm circle with white cardstock plain 5.5 cm circle fixed to the Base card with dimensionals to give a bit of depth. Stamped with a Mossey meadow ink sentiment, I am here for you from the THROUGH IT TOGETHER Stamp Set and Mossey Meadow ink and Real Red ink Berries from the POINSETTIA PETALS bundle stamp and dies (retired) To add sparkle, I Embellished it with three rhinestone jewels.
Light /Pale Green Cardstock with Designer Series Paper in 3 panels. Left Side Panel is 6.5cm wide x 14.3 cm long, with a light and dark orange mix pattern. The right side of the card front has two panels. The top panel is a black and white pattern of 2.8 cm wide x 7.2cm long. The bottom panel is 2.8cm wide x 6.2cm long, with a yellowish-orange and white design. Light/Pale Green scallop circle with white cardstock plain circle fixed to the Base card with dimensional to give a bit of depth. Stamped with a Mossey meadow ink sentiment, I am here for you from the THROUGH IT TOGETHER Stamp Set and Mossey Meadow ink and Real Red ink Berries from the POINSETTIA PETALS bundle stamp and dies (retired) To add sparkle, I Embellished it with rhinestone jewels.
Light /Pale Green Cardstock with Designer Series Paper in 4 panels. Top Left Side Panel is 5cm wide x 3cm long, with a black and cream floral pattern. The right side top of the card panel is a brown and cream flower pattern 3.5cm wide x 6.5cm long. The bottom left panel is 5cm wide x 10.2 cm long, with pale pink and white patches. The bottom right panel is 3.5 wide x 6.5cm long, with garden theme pumpkins, watering can and flowers. Light/Pale Green scallop edge 6 cm circle with white cardstock plain 5.5 cm circle fixed to the Base card with dimensionals to give a bit of depth. Stamped with a Mossey meadow ink sentiment, I am here for you from the THROUGH IT TOGETHER Stamp Set and Mossey Meadow ink and Real Red ink Berries from the POINSETTIA PETALS bundle stamp and dies (retired) To add sparkle, I Embellished it with three rhinestone jewels.

Capturing Creativity: My Mystery Stamping Card for the End-of-Year Creative Stampers Event

The end of the year is a time for reflection, celebration, and—of course—crafting! As part of the Creative Stampers December 2024 Team End-of-Year Mystery Stamping session, I took on the challenge presented during our live Zoom meeting and created a card that embodies warmth, texture, and thoughtful design. With Angela Palmer’s clear instructions guiding the way, this project was both a delightful surprise and a rewarding creative experience.

Following Angela’s Mystery Stamping Blueprint

Angela Palmer’s detailed email instructions provided the perfect foundation for my card. Here’s the breakdown of what I used, along with the precise measurements that made this design come to life:

ardstock & Paper Selection with My Featured Supplies

  • Patterned Paper/Designer Series Paper (DSP): Reindeer Memories Scrapbooking Workshop Kit (Retired 2025) – Cut to 6.5cm x 11.5cm (vertical)
  • Coloured cardstock: Early Espresso – 21cm x 14.85cm, scored at 10.5cm
  • Cardstock (same colour as card base): Basic White – 10cm x 14.3cm
  • Contrasting coloured cardstock: Pecan Pie – 7cm x 9cm (or similar height as the circle, 9cm long)
  • Die-cut or punched circle: Layering Circles Dies – Approx. 7cm in diameter, cut from Basic White cardstock, ensuring a strong contrast with the 7cm x 9cm piece
  • Embossing Folder: Basics 3D Embossing Folders (Retired 161598) – Adding depth and texture to the background
  • Main stamped image: Humble Home Photopolymer Stamp Set (Retired 2025) – Used for the house scene inside the circle
  • Sentiment & Scrap Cardstock:
  • Sentiment stamped on Basic White Cardstock (Approx. 1.5cm x 5cm)
  • Card insert: Basic White Cardstock – 10cm x 14.3cm, plus extra scrap for sentiment

Final Touches & Embellishments

  • Ink Selection: Pecan Pie, Early Espresso – Used for both the sentiment and main image stamping
  • Background stamping: Flowers, stars, or pattern stamped with VersaMark or Pecan Pie ink for added depth
  • Embellishments: Iridescent Foil Gems cardstock – For a festive, shimmering finish
  • Ribbon or Twine, Adhesives & Tools:
  • Stampin’ Dimensionals for depth
  • Paper Snips, Scissors, and a Die-Cutting Machine for precision

These elements worked together seamlessly, allowing me to follow Angela’s instructions while adding my own creative flair. The combination of texture, layering, and warm, earthy tones created a card that truly captures the holiday spirit!

he true joy of Mystery Stamping lies in the surprise element—following a set of guided instructions while making personal creative choices. I found myself experimenting with different textures, layering techniques, and embellishments, all while staying true to Angela Palmer’s well-thought-out measurements.

For those who haven’t tried Mystery Stamping before, I encourage you to dive in. It’s a wonderful way to challenge yourself, break away from predictable patterns, and discover unexpected combinations that make crafting even more exciting.

As always, I love sharing my crafting journey with you all, and I hope this post inspires new ideas for your next project. Happy crafting, and may the new year bring even more creative joy!

Would love to hear what you think—drop a comment below and let’s chat about stamping, layering, and all things papercraft!

Home for Christmas: A Card That Warms the Heart

This handcrafted Christmas card by Linda Barnes captures the warmth of the holiday season with rich earthy tones, embossed textures, and nostalgic imagery, inspired by Angela Palmer’s Mystery Stamping instructions. Paired with a coordinating envelope stamped in Pecan Pie ink, this elegant creation embodies festive charm, making it a perfect holiday keepsake.

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