Made by Angela Palmer
Creativity shines when shared, and Angela Palmer’s stunning birthday card for the Creative Stampers Team does exactly that! Designed for the January 2023 card swap, Angela’s creation serves as a beautiful inspiration for those looking to craft with elegance and sophistication.
A Timeless Design
Angela’s card features black flowers on a gold background, creating a striking contrast that exudes refinement. She paired the Two Tone Flora and Something Fancy stamp sets from Stampin’ Up! to achieve a layered, detailed look. The final touch? A delicate Gold & Vanilla Satin Edged Ribbon with a heartfelt “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” sentiment, making this design perfect for celebrating someone’s special day.
Materials & Tools
Here’s everything Angela used to craft this exquisite piece:
Stamps:
- Stampin’ Up! Two Tone Flora stamp set
- Stampin’ Up! Something Fancy stamp set
Cardstock/Paper:
- Very Vanilla
- Basic Black
- Gold Fine Shimmer Paper
Ink:
- VersaMark
- Memento Tuxedo Black
Other Elements:
- Two-Tone Flora Dies
- Something Fancy Dies
- Gold & Vanilla Satin Edged Ribbon (available online)
- Metallics Embossing Powders
Tools:
- Paper Trimmer
- Bone Folder
- Clear Blocks
- Heat Tool
- Embossing Addition Tool Kit
- Stampin’ Up! Cut & Emboss Machine
- Take Your Pick Tool
- Take Your Pick Die Brush Tool
- Sponge Daubers
- Paper Snips Scissors
(All items are from the Annual Catalogue for May 2023 – April 2024, unless otherwise stated.)
Crafting with Style
Angela’s card serves as a brilliant reminder that creativity knows no bounds. The blend of embossing, refined color choices, and meticulous craftsmanship makes this piece an inspiration for anyone in the cardmaking community. If you’re looking to craft something equally stunning, consider incorporating embossing powders and layered florals into your next project!







