Ever received a handmade card that made your heart melt faster than a popsicle in July? That’s the kind of magic we’re crafting today!
I’m talking about lush florals, soft color palettes, elegant layers, and just the right amount of sparkle—all wrapped up in a hug disguised as a greeting card. 💌💖
And guess what? You don’t need a green thumb to make these floral beauties! Just some cardstock, a little ink, and the jaw-dropping CTMH Secret Garden Collection!
🌿 The Secret to Handmade Cards
🌸 Fact: A handmade card makes people feel loved.
🌸 Also Fact: You’ll probably want to keep these beauties for yourself. (Don’t worry, I won’t tell! 😉)
The CTMH Secret Garden Collection is PACKED with floral elegance, soft pastels, and vintage vibes—basically, it’s what would happen if springtime had a scrapbook.
💐 What’s Inside This Gorgeous Collection?
✔ Dreamy Patterned Papers – Florals, soft greens, blues, and delicate prints!
✔ Coordinating Stickers & Die-Cuts – Add instant charm to your creations!
✔ Secret Garden Thin Cuts – Layer your flowers for extra dimension!
✔ Secret Garden Stamp Set – Because you can NEVER have too many flowers!
🎨 Let’s Get Crafting - How These CTMH Handmade Secret Garden Cards Came to Life
Let’s break it down step-by-step so that you can create your own floral masterpieces! 🌿✨
1️⃣ Layering Like a Pro!
I started with Secret Garden patterned paper on an A2 white base because WOW, these prints are a showstopper! Then, I added double-matted squares in the center to frame my sentiment and build that elegant, polished look.
2️⃣ Stamping Up Some Love!
I pulled out my “Layering Leaves” and “Sentimental Park” stamp sets to add these heartfelt messages:
💌 “Thinking of You”
💌 “Sending Hugs”
Stamped in CTMH Pine ink, these sentiments add just the right amount of warmth and elegance.
3️⃣ Floral Elements That Pop!
🌿 Secret Garden Thin Cuts to the rescue!
I cut flowers from Periwinkle and Sage cardstock, then added inked edges for depth. I layered them with hand-cut sprigs and leaves to create that soft, garden-like effect.
🌸 Pro Tip: Want to make your flowers even fancier? Try lightly curling the petals with your fingers or a bone folder! It adds an organic, realistic touch!
4️⃣ The Finishing Touches—Because It’s ALL in the Details!
✨ Pecan Pie Clear & Ribboned Dots – A little sparkle makes EVERYTHING better!
✨ Hand-Cut Leaves & Sprigs – Because more layers = more texture & dimension!
✨ Ink-Blended Edges – Soft, dreamy, and oh-so-pretty!
💚 Funny Story: The Green Flower That Started It All!
Okay, confession time… I used to think green flowers were a no-go. (I mean, they don’t exactly grow like that in real life, right?)
But one day, my son and I were making a Toy Story-themed scrapbook layout, and he decided his flower should be bright green. I raised an eyebrow. He stuck to his creative guns. And you know what? That little green flower looked AMAZING!
Fast forward to this project, and here I am, making green flowers like it’s the hottest trend of the season. Turns out, that sometimes kids know best! 😂
Explore More Handmade Card Inspiration!
Love floral cards? Obsessed with layering techniques? Want to hoard more patterned paper than you’ll ever use? (Same, bestie. SAME. 😂)
Check out these other jaw-dropping card projects for even more inspiration!
Share Your Secret Garden Creations!
Let’s get social, crafty friends! Did you create your version of these Secret Garden greeting cards?
📸 Post your cards in the Members’ Gallery!
💬 Tag me on social media & let’s inspire each other!
Because crafting is more fun when we do it together! 💛
Final Thoughts: Handmade Cards = Paper Hugs! 🌸
Whether you’re sending hugs, love, or a simple “thinking of you” message, a handmade card makes ALL the difference. And with the Secret Garden Collection, it’s easy to create something elegant, heartfelt, and totally WOW-worthy!
So grab your floral stamps & dies, add a little shimmer, and send some happy mail today! 💌
💖 Until next time, stay crafty & keep blooming!
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💌 Handmade floral greeting cards that WOW! 🌸✨ Create elegant, heartfelt greeting cards using the CTMH Secret Garden Collection, Periwinkle & Sage cardstock, and inked embellishments. Layered florals, delicate die-cuts, and soft pastels come together in these A2-sized stunners—perfect for thinking of you or sending hugs! Get inspired & craft along—only at This Chick Loves Paper!
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