Tutorials

Hi friends, Carly here today. Pretty Pink Posh stamps are some of my absolute favorites to color but…coloring takes me a long time! And sometimes I don’t have as much time to spend cardmaking as I would like so that’s where easy black & white backgrounds come in!

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Here’s my process…

• choose the stamps I want to be the “main character” like the bees from the Bee Additions set and bugs from Cute Bugs.
• stamp & die cut the “main characters”.
• choose the “scenery” stamps.
• use the “main character” to help place the “scenery” and a sentiment (I like to use the center of my card front or the bottom corner,) and then stamp it.
• then color the “main character” and adhere to the card.

Bee Additions Stamps & Dies
Cute Bugs Stamps & Dies
Hello Friend Stamps
Daisies Stamps
Patterned Apples Stamps
Party Time Stamps
Friend Greetings Stamps
Spring Chicks Stamps

This process is quick, easy and even great for “compartmentalized makes” as Tim Holtz says because you can do one step today when you have a few minutes and come back for another step on another day.

OLO Marker Colors
O1.2
RV1.3
V0.1
BV0.3
B1.1
B1.3

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Hello, friends! Justin here and today I’m excited to share a bright and colorful bug-themed card featuring several adorable Pretty Pink Posh products. I also created a full video tutorial showing exactly how this card came together from start to finish.

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If you love rainbow ink blending, playful critters, and layered card designs, this project is a fun one to recreate.

Cute Bugs Stamp Set
Cute Bugs Coordinating Die Set
Honeycomb Stencil
Checkered Pierced Plate Die
Thinking of You Shadow Die

Additional Products Used

• Distress Oxide Inks: Spun Sugar, Picked Raspberry, Dried Marigold, Carved Pumpkin, Squeezed Lemonade, Mustard Seed, Salvaged Patina, Mermaid Lagoon, Shaded Lilac & Wilted Violet
• Pearl Paint & Splatter
• Crater Lake Sequins
• White & Dove Cardstock
• Olo Markers

To create this colorful background, I started by using the Honeycomb Stencil along with a full rainbow blend of Distress Oxide Inks. Blending the colors from warm tones into cool tones helped create a bright gradient that really makes the card stand out.

After completing the ink blending, I layered the panel over the Checkered Pierced Plate Die cut background to add extra texture and subtle detail throughout the card front. I also added pearl paint splatter and water bleach marks across the panel for additional movement and interest.

The adorable bugs from the Cute Bugs Stamp Set were colored with Olo Markers using bright coordinating colors to match the rainbow background. Once die cut, I arranged the bugs around the large Thinking of You Shadow Die sentiment to help frame the focal point of the card.

To finish the design, I added a few Crater Lake Sequins for sparkle and dimension while keeping the overall design bright, playful, and easy to mail.

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram and YouTube at @justanotebyjustin for even more crafting inspiration!

Thank you so much for stopping by the blog today! Happy crafting!

Justin

Hi friends, Carly here today. Do you like shaped cards? I think there is something about them that feels extra special and extra fun! And shaped cards are super easy to make with so many of the Pretty Pink Posh shaker dies!

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To create the base of the card I die cut the shape from a folded card, making sure to place the folded edge of the card inside the cutting edge of the die. I add at least one more complete shape on top to complete the look (and for stability) and then have fun decorating! 

Snail Shaker Die Set
Beehive Shaker Die Set
Stitched Bugs
Apple Shaker Die Set

I think the shaped cards are fun with the shaker element and without it too! For these sweet & silly bug cards I even made silly eyes.

I hope you enjoyed today’s cards and video. Thanks for stopping by!

Hello, friends! It’s Caly with you today, celebrating the release of the Pretty Pink Posh May 2026 release!  For today’s video hop, I’ve made a card featuring the Bee Shaker. 

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I added the beehive to give it a full scene, but the Beehive Shaker Dies can be used as a standalone centerpiece on any card! The Everyday Branches helps create pops of color against the yellow of the beehive and bee.

To give my bee more color, I pieced it together using black, yellow, and white cardstock. I made to sure to add more color with the addition of pink on the bee’s wings and in the honeycomb background.

The bee’s shaker window is filled with Bee Happy Beads from this release for the bee’s body and Iridescent Mini Circle Confetti for the wings.

To finish my card, I added a stamped sentiment using the new Everyday Banner Greetings stamp set and die-cut a fishtail banner using the Banner Greeting 1 Die set.

I hope you enjoyed this project! Be sure to hop along and leave a comment along each video stop for your chance to win a $20 gift certificate to shop Pretty Pink Posh!

Have a great day!

~Caly

Hello, crafty friends! It’s Justin Adkins, and today I’m sharing a fun and dimensional project that’s sure to make you paws and smile—a scalloped box card featuring the adorable Cuddly Cats! This card is full of playful layers, bright color, and just the right amount of kitten charm.

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Pretty Pink Posh Products:

• Cuddly Cats Stamp Set
• Cuddly Cats Coordinating Die Set
• Circle Grid Stencil
• Scallop Box Card Die Set

Other Key Products:

• Orange Twist Ink
• Tutti Frutti Ink
• Sixteen Candles Ink
• Pixie Dust Ink
• Various Colored Cardstock
• OLO Markers
• Liquid Adhesive
• 1/4″ Double-Sided Adhesive
• 3mm Foam Strips

This project is all about dimension and color! The Scallop Box Card Die Set creates that standout structure, giving the design a playful, interactive feel. I used the Circle Grid Stencil with bright inks to build a bold, layered background that really makes those sweet kitties pop.

The images from the Cuddly Cats stamp set were colored with OLO Markers for a soft, blended look, and then arranged inside the box to create a cozy little scene—complete with toys and lots of personality. Adding foam strips helps give everything that extra lift, making the card feel full of life(and a little cattitude!).

This card is a purr-fect mix of fun techniques and dimensional design, and it’s such a joy to create! Don’t forget to check out the full video tutorial for all the tips and tricks to recreate this project.

Be sure to follow me on Instagram and YouTube at @justanotebyjustin for even more crafting inspiration!

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Hi friends, it’s Carly. Are your cardstock scraps piling up? Mine too, always, LOL! But I think I have a solution for using them and it’s so easy… It’s all about simple repetition! Repeated color palettes, repeated die cutting of the same shapes, and cards with easy patterns!

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Big Celebration Cupcake
Get Well Mug Additions
Easter Bucket Additions
Sentiment Strips: Valentines
Potted Daffodils
Spring Chicks

Step #1: Go through your stash of Pretty Pink Posh dies (or treat yourself to a few new ones) and find some of your favorite small shapes. For these cards I used the strawberry from Big Celebration Cupcake, the rainbow from Get Well Mug Additions and a flower from Easter Bucket Additions.

Step #2: Raid your scraps for a color palette that makes you smile.

Step #3: Put on your favorite show, podcast or playlist and die cut!!! Bonus points if you get yourself a snack first.

Step #4: Use easy card designs to create cards with the die cuts. I really like these ones, an offset grid, a column and a bit of “confetti”!

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Are you looking for a colorful card idea to try today? I think I can help! Pretty Pink Posh has some over the BEST cover plates ever that feature repeating shapes and I love using them for shaker cards! But they also just make amazing colorful windows!

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Butterfly Cover Plate
Decorative Butterflies Stamps

It is so easy to create a really cute & colorful card by sandwiching a piece of acetate colored with alcohol inks between two panels cut with the Butterfly Cover Plate. And I can’t wait to make a holiday version with the Tree Cover Plate!

Here’s a list of the alcohol inks that I used for this card. You can create so many beautiful backgrounds based on the colors that you have!

Alcohol Ink Colors
Sunset Orange
Gumball
Purple Twilight
Laguna
Pistachio

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Hi Crafty Friends, it’s Carly! Do you like to watercolor stamped images? Sometimes I forget how much I love it!!! It’s so easy and so relaxing! Let me share my tips for having fun and making something pretty!

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Wild Rose Stamp Set
Wild Rose Die Set
Friend Greetings Stamp Set

TIPS:

• use watercolor cardstock that can stand up to water without too much warping & piling.
• stamp using a permanent ink that won’t bleed when water is added. Adding embossing powder & heat setting is optional but I highly recommend it because it creates a “wall” of sorts to contain the watercolor.
• die cut stamped images and use low-tack tape to put on an acrylic block or clipboard that can be moved around easily.
• use water based inks to paint with (dye reinkers are fabulous!)
• smoosh the ink pads (or drop reinkers) onto a non-porous surface such as an acrylic block or plate to create a palette.
• use more water to dilute color or less for a bold vibrant result, and experiment with adding more water and/or paint to wet layers to see how it moves and interacts.
• physically move the block or clipboard to direct paint flow.
• cover mistakes on white cardstock with a white pen.

I hope you were inspired by this tutorial. Thanks for stopping by!

Hello, friends! Justin here, and, today, I’m sharing a bright and bold birthday card that is full of color, texture, and layered dimension. If you enjoy creating vibrant cards that really stand out, this design is a fun one to try. I’m also sharing a full step-by-step tutorial over on the Pretty Pink Posh YouTube Channel so you can see exactly how this card came together.

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Stitched Stars Die Set 
Happy Birthday Shadow Dies 
Sentiment Strip Die Set 
Sentiment Strips Birthday Stamp Set
Pierced Star Cover Plate Die 

Creating a Bold Star Background

The background of this card starts with the Pierced Star Cover Plate Die, which creates a subtle but detailed texture across the entire panel. This pierced pattern adds interest while still allowing the larger die cut elements to take center stage.

To build the colorful star arrangement, I used the Stitched Stars Die Set to cut several stars from cardstock. Each star was then ink blended using Distress Inks to add shading and depth. Ink blending around the edges of the stars gives them a finished, dimensional look and helps the colors transition smoothly toward the center.

Once the stars were blended, I arranged them across the background panel to create a lively and energetic layout. The mix of bright colors against the darker background helps the stars really stand out.

To enhance the background even further, I added a bit of Lime Rickey Paper Splatter. The splatter adds a playful, celebratory feel that is perfect for a birthday card and helps tie the design together.

Adding a Bold Birthday Sentiment

To finish the card, I used the Happy Birthday Shadow Dies to create a large focal sentiment. Layering this die cut and adhering it with foam tape gives the greeting extra dimension so it really pops off the card front.

Underneath the main sentiment, I added a stamped phrase from the Sentiment Strips: Birthday Stamp Set and cut it out with the Sentiment Strip Die Set. This small accent sentiment helps complete the message while balancing the bold script greeting above it.

The combination of layered stars, vibrant color, and dimensional sentiment creates a birthday card that feels festive, energetic, and perfect for celebrating someone’s special day.

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram and YouTube at @justanotebyjustin for even more crafting inspiration!

Thank you so much for stopping by the blog today! Happy crafting!

Justin