Welcome to this week’s Card Sketch feature! I’m thrilled to showcase the Pick A Season stamp set in today’s design. This set is a personal favourite because of its incredible versatility—it has the perfect elements to create cards for every season, from blossoming spring flowers to Fall Leaves.
For this sketch, I wanted to create something timeless and adaptable. Whether you’re crafting for a birthday, holiday, or "just because," this layout is the perfect foundation. Let’s dive in!
Here’s the sketch for this week:
This design focuses on layering and balance, with space for the amazing focal image that takes centre stage. It’s simple yet impactful—ideal for stamping enthusiasts of all levels.
Card Measurements
- Old Olive card base - 4 1/4" x 11" scored at 5 1/2"
- Toadstool Gardens Designer Series Paper 4" x 5 1/4"
- Basic White 3" x 4", Stamp the tree with Old Olive and Pecan Pie Ink (trunk). Stamp the flowers with Fresh Freesia Ink.
- The clouds are stamped with Balmy Blue Ink.
- Stamp the dog from the "Storybook Friends"using Tuxedo Black Memento Ink then colour with Stampin' Blends (Smoky Slate).
- Stamp the garden gate with Smoky Slate Ink.
- Add a 3" x 1/2" strip of the Toadstool Gardens Dsp
- Die cut 2 of the smallest Perennial Postage Dies (Old Olive and Basic White).
- Stamp the sentiment from the Simply said stamp set using Old Olive Ink.
- Embellish with the Brushed Brass Butterflies.
Inside The Card
- Basic White 4" x 5 1/4" Stamp the greeting with Old Olive Ink.
- Toadstool Gardens Dsp strip - 4" x 3/4"
I hope this week’s Card Sketch inspires you to pull out your Pick A Season stamp set and get creative! I’d love to see your seasonal takes on this design. Share your cards on social media and tag me @Creative Cards by Anne Marie so that I can admire your work.
If you would like to see how I created this card you can watch the Video Here
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