Buzzing Beauty: A Honeybee Home Card That Shines

Made by Lin Wheeler

Crafted by Lin Wheeler for a card swap in January 2023, this delightful card showcases the Honeybee Home Bundle from Stampin’ Up! With its rustic wooden background, vibrant yellow florals, and two buzzing bees, this design beautifully captures nature’s warmth and energy.

The careful selection of colors and textures creates a layered effect that adds depth and dimension. The Hive 3D Embossing Folder brings an organic feel, while the shimmer from Wink of Stella enhances the soft elegance of the design.

Supplies Used:

  • Stamps: Honeybee Home Bundle
  • Cardstock/Paper: A4 Basic Black, Basic White
  • DSP: Heart & Home (Online Only)
  • Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Daffodil Delight, So Saffron, Crumb Cake
  • Embellishments: Wink of Stella, Burnished Brass Butterflies, Gold Faceted Adhesive-backed Sequins (Mini Catalogue Jan-Apr 2023)
  • Adhesives: Mini Stampin’ Up! Dimensionals, Stampin’ Up! Dimensionals
  • Embossing: Hive 3D Embossing Folder
  • Tools: Paper Trimmer, Bone Folder, Oval Label Punch, Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick Tool

All items are available in the Annual Catalogue (May 2023 – April 2024) unless otherwise stated.

The Beauty of Layering and Detail

One of the highlights of this card is how its layers enhance the visual storytelling. The contrast of Basic Black cardstock against the cheerful yellows creates a striking balance, allowing the florals to take center stage. The gold faceted sequins add a subtle hint of sparkle, complementing the warmth of the design.

With its heartfelt sentiment and gentle nature-inspired aesthetic, this card is a perfect example of how thoughtful crafting can bring joy to both the maker and recipient. Have you ever crafted with the Honeybee Home Bundle? What’s your favorite way to incorporate bees into your card designs?