Melissa Phillips pairs soft florals with beautiful texture in her Blooming Beauties birthday card, creating a design that feels both delicate and dimensional. 🌸✨ By stenciling over embossed cardstock, she adds subtle depth and personality to the background, allowing the Pale Peony and Scarlet Jewel blooms to truly shine. A strip of patterned paper, scrunched seam binding, and layered scalloped shapes bring extra charm, while the heartfelt sentiment takes center stage in the sweetest way.
Melissa shares, “Have you tried stenciling over embossed or pierced cardstock? It’s a fun way to add even more texture and personality. Follow along as I’ve used this technique on today’s card.”
SUPPLIES:
STAMPS: Blooming Beauties
INK: Pale Peony, Scarlet Jewel, Olive Twist, Simply Chartreuse, Pinefeather
PAPER: Stamper’s Select White
DIES: In the Pocket, Blooming Beauties, Cover Plate: Quilted, Love to Layer: Playful Scallops, Love to Layer: Delightful Brackets
STENCILS: Baby’s Breath
OTHER: patterned paper, scrunched seam binding, sequins, Fired Brick Distress Spritz, Stickles Crystal Glitter
STEP 1: Die cut white background and emboss using Quilted die. Stencil with Baby’s Breath stencil.
STEP 2: Cut a strip of patterned paper to fit across center of card and adhere in place.
STEP 3: Wrap seam binding around card and tie in bow on left. Cut scalloped oval from patterned paper and adhere to center of card.
STEP 4: Stamp flowers and adhere to center of card. Stamp sentiment on oval and adhere over stems of flowers. Embellish with sequins and Stickles glitter to finish.
This project is a lovely reminder that combining texture with soft color can transform a simple birthday greeting into something truly special. 💕 From the quilted, stenciled background to the layered florals and sparkling embellishments, every detail works together beautifully. Whether you’re celebrating a friend or family member, let this design inspire you to experiment with texture and thoughtful layering in your own handmade cards.
Be sure to tag Papertrey Ink when you share your version, we’d love to see your beautiful creations ✨
Carmela says
Such a beautiful, charming card! I would recognize Melissa’s shabby chic look anywhere! Her bows are amazing!
Carmen Nance says
Beautiful card! Love all the layers, textures and dimension. The ribbon adds elegance. Love all the cards that Melissa creates!
Rebecca Stevenson says
Beautiful
Jamie Susan Koehler says
I love how delicate this card is. The sentiment and card match perfectly!
Cathy says
W😍W! I just love everything about this card. The layers are so pretty. That pop of blue paper really adds to the card.
Cheryl Stauffer says
This creation is spectacular! Everything about it says beauty. Melissa always “wows” me.
Kim Njuguna says
Wow!!! what a gorgeous card!!! I just love everything about it!!
Karen Nott says
All of the cards are beautiful!
Terry Fest says
YES YES YES this is a beauty. Has lots to offer for inspiration. Soft, feminine, welcoming, easy to enjoy more than a minute…..pulled all the points together in a really lovely card. I love it and would like to duplicate something like it. Thx.
Sandy Wood says
So soft and beautiful. The bow is a feminine touch. This would make a special Mother’s Day card.
Cathy Lynn Oliver says
Beautiful !!!
Kristen Snoozy says
Love everything about this card! The soft colors are so pretty together and the sentiment would fit for anyone’s birthday. Great job Melissa!
Patricia Nave says
Gorgeous card!!! I think this card will be beautiful for my daughters birthday.
Rose Colby says
I really love how soft and pretty Melissa’s card is. Especially with Mother’s Day coming up.
Gen says
Absolutely love this card! So charming!
Lissette Long says
Love all the texture, colors and of course your shabby chic style. The card evokes a happy but soft feeling. It’s beautiful!
Susan Kurtz says
This card is so versatile and beautiful. I can think of so many occasions and it will perfect to give to anyone you have on your mind. Who can’t always enjoy this type of ART❣️🩷
Deb W. says
Such a beautiful array of blossoms and charming layers of joy. A truly stunning design! Thank you for sharing your wonderful ideas.
Heather Jennex says
This is such a lovely card! The addition of the glitter on the flowers is *chef’s kiss*!
Robin George says
The card is so elegant and cute! And pink is perfect for design. So many different styles to choose from and thus is my favorite.