Some collections are pretty. Some collections are versatile.
But the CTMH Secret Garden Collection? Oh, friend—it’s both, and then some! 🌿💖
This dreamy mix of soft pastels, intricate florals, and delicate details first stole my heart when I used it to scrapbook my Homecoming photos. But here’s the thing—I couldn’t stop there!
Oh no, the creative garden gates were officially open, and I had to take that inspiration one step further—by turning it into a stunning, handmade greeting card! 💌✨
Because let’s be real—when a collection is this gorgeous, it deserves to be used for everything.
🌿 From Scrapbook Layout to Love Card: A Garden of Creativity!
When a scrapbook layout is so good that it makes you want to craft more, you KNOW you’ve got something special. That’s exactly what happened with the CTMH Secret Garden Collection!
I took the same dreamy papers, soft color palette, and floral elements from my scrapbook design and transformed them into an elegant, all-occasion love card. Because honestly? You can never have too many handmade cards ready to go! 💖
And the best part? This isn’t just for love cards! You can use the CTMH Secret Garden Collection to create:
✔ Wedding Cards – Soft, romantic elegance
✔ Mother’s Day Creations – Because moms deserve flowers that last forever!
✔ Easter Cards – Those pastel tones? PERFECTION for spring!
✔ Birthday Greetings – Floral, feminine, and timeless!
Seriously, the possibilities are endless!
🌸 What You’ll Need: The Secret Garden Crafting Essentials!
To bring this blooming beauty to life, I grabbed a mix of CTMH Secret Garden goodies & a few Stampin’ Up! accents for extra magic! ✨
✔ Patterned Paper & Embellishments – The heart of this project!
✔ Secret Garden Coordinating Two-Tone Cardstock – Colors: Pine, Periwinkle, Peach, Sage, Honey Butter
✔ CTMH Stamp Pads – For soft, dreamy stamping
🛠️ Tools & Extras:
✔ Stampin’ Up! Cut & Emboss Machine – For clean, crisp die-cut details
✔ CTMH Digital Art Kit: Honey Bunny – Used with Cricut®️ for print-and-cut butterflies!
✔ Cherry Cobbler & Pearl Adhesive-Backed Berries – The chef’s kiss to finish these cards!
💌 Bloom Where You’re Planted: Crafting the Handmade CTMH Secret Garden Card!
Want to recreate these whimsical, garden-inspired cards? Here’s how I did it!
Step 1: Creating the Card Base
I started with a Periwinkle cardstock border, paired with a White Daisy base for a clean & elegant foundation.
Step 2: Layering the Floral Magic!
✔ Cut strips from Peach, Honey Butter, Periwinkle, and Avocado cardstock to mimic my original scrapbook design.
✔ Carefully glued down each strip to create a soft, layered look.
Step 3: Adding Die-Cut Details
✔ Flowers: Die-cut from White Daisy Cardstock and layered for dimension.
✔ Leaves: Cut from Sage & Pine cardstock to bring in lush greenery.
Step 4: Finishing Touches That Wow! ✨
💖 Designed with Love in Cricut! ✂️ From digital to dazzling! This floral-inspired design was crafted in Cricut Design Space, bringing intricate layers and elegant details to life!
✔ Title & Butterflies: Adjusted in Design Space for perfect sizing.
✔ A touch of shimmer? Oh, absolutely! A quick swipe of Wink of Stella gave everything a subtle, magical sparkle! ✨
✔ Cherry Cobbler & Pearl Adhesive-Backed Berries: Added to flower centers for a delicate pop!
🌿 Beyond Cards: The Many Possibilities of the Secret Garden Collection!
The CTMH Secret Garden Collection is packed with dreamy florals, soft pastels, and versatile patterns—perfect for scrapbooks, cards, and everything in between!
While I used this collection for Homecoming scrapbook pages & greeting cards, its timeless elegance makes it a go-to for so many other projects!
📌 Weddings – Perfect for soft, romantic layouts!
📌 Mother’s Day – Because moms deserve floral elegance!
📌 Easter Crafts – These pastel tones scream springtime!
📌 Birthday Cards – Add a pop of personalization to your celebrations!
If you love beautiful, heartfelt crafts, this collection is your new bestie!
💌 Explore More Handmade Card Inspiration!
Looking for more creative card ideas? Whether you’re crafting with the Secret Garden Collection or mixing it up with other designs, there’s endless inspiration waiting for you!
🌼 Let’s See Your Secret Garden Creations!
Have you planted your creativity with the Secret Garden Collection?
I’d LOVE to see what you’ve made!
📸 Upload your projects to our Members Gallery & let’s inspire each other! Because crafting is always better when we share the magic!
✨ Final Thoughts: The Secret to Stunning Handmade Cards? Let Your Creativity Bloom!
Soft pastels, delicate florals, and a touch of shimmer—this handmade card is bursting with Secret Garden beauty! A heartfelt design for any occasion!
If there’s one thing I love about this Secret Garden-inspired card set, it’s how effortlessly beautiful each piece turned out! There’s something truly magical about transforming a scrapbook layout into a fresh set of greeting cards—it’s like giving creativity a second life! 💌
Whether you’re scrapbooking, card-making, or simply soaking in all the crafty inspiration, I hope this post sparks your imagination.
Don’t be afraid to mix patterns, layer embellishments, and add those extra little touches that make each project uniquely yours.
And if you happen to get ink on your fingers in the process? Well, that just means you’re doing it right! 😉
Happy crafting, and as always—stay creative & keep making magic! ✂️✨
💖 April – This Chick Loves Paper
🛒 Grab Your Supplies & Start Crafting!
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Crafting elegance made easy! Create stunning handmade cards with the CTMH Secret Garden Collection, inspired by timeless floral beauty & soft pastels. Perfect for weddings, Easter, Mother’s Day, & beyond, this versatile collection transforms scrapbook layouts into greeting card magic! ✂️✨ Get inspired & start crafting today with This Chick Loves Paper! 💌
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