Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 – Card #9

Day 9 of 15 | Letting Patterned Paper Shine

Welcome to Day 9 of my Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 series!
This challenge continues to show how far you can stretch six 6x6 sheets of patterned paper by following Kendra’s cutting guide and sketches.

👉 If you’re just joining in, be sure to check out the earlier cards in this series to see how the same cuts create a wide variety of designs.

Card #9: I Just Wanted to Say

Card #9 focuses on clean layering and playful pattern mixing while staying true to the original sketch. The snowman pattern from the Snow Much Fun paper pad becomes the star of the card, framed with coordinating mats to add structure without overwhelming the design.

I kept embellishments minimal so the patterned paper could really shine. A few enamel dots add subtle dimension, and the sentiment strip grounds the card while keeping it versatile for many occasions.

Strong adhesive is essential when working with layered mats and larger focal panels. I used Tape Runner adhesive to keep everything flat, secure, and perfectly aligned.

👉 Save 10% at TapeRunner.com with code Amalia10

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Products Used

Patterned Paper:
Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6x6 Paper Pad
Shop here: https://tidd.ly/3Zd7WSC

Cardstock:
White A2 card base + coordinating solids
Shop here: https://tidd.ly/4k6ZPAN

Adhesive:
Tape Runner
👉 TapeRunner.com
👉 Use code Amalia10 for 10% off

Embellishments:
Enamel dots, shop here: https://tidd.ly/3NGAFwN

Sentiment:
“I Just Wanted to Say”

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Card #9 is a great example of how simple layers and cohesive papers can create a polished card without extra steps or supplies.

📌 Check back daily as I continue sharing all 15 cards from Kendra’s Card Challenge #21!

🎥 Learn more about the challenge here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=654MpJDjP4U

Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 – Card #8

Day 8 of 15 | Stretching Patterned Paper with One Sketch

Welcome to Day 8 of my Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 series!
This challenge continues to prove just how much variety you can get from six 6x6 patterned papers when you follow Kendra’s cutting guide and sketches.

👉 If you missed earlier cards in this series, be sure to check out the previous posts to see how the same sketch evolves from card to card.

Card #8: For All That You Do

Card #8 keeps the original sketch intact while focusing on strong pattern contrast and clean layering. The diagonal stripe adds bold movement to the design, while the snowman pattern from the Snow Much Fun paper pad brings in a playful, winter-ready focal point.

This card is a great example of how letting patterned paper do the heavy lifting can result in a polished design without extra embellishment. A few enamel dots add subtle texture and visual balance, and the sentiment strip anchors the layout nicely.

When working with layered patterned paper—especially angled pieces—strong adhesive is essential. I used Tape Runner adhesive for a smooth, secure hold that keeps everything perfectly aligned.

👉 Save 10% at TapeRunner.com with code Amalia10

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Products Used

Patterned Paper:
Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6x6 Paper Pad
Shop here: https://tidd.ly/3Zd7WSC

Cardstock:
White A2 card base + coordinating solids
Shop here: https://tidd.ly/4k6ZPAN

Adhesive:
Tape Runner
👉 TapeRunner.com
👉 Use code Amalia10 for 10% off

Embellishments:
Enamel dots, shop here: https://tidd.ly/3NGAFwN

Sentiment:
“For All That You Do”

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Card #8 shows how consistent cuts and a strong sketch can still deliver plenty of visual interest simply by changing paper combinations.

📌 Check back daily as I continue sharing all 15 cards from Kendra’s Card Challenge #21!

🎥 Learn more about the challenge here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=654MpJDjP4U

 

Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 – Card #7

Day #7 of 15 | Stretching 6 Sheets of Patterned Paper into 15 Cards

Welcome to Day #7 of my Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 series!

We are at the halfway point now and moving into the heart of the challenge. I am loving using the Snow Much Fun paper pad.

👉 Catching up? Make sure to see how we handled the vibes of Card #6 before checking out today’s bright celebration card!

Card #7: Best Wishes, (Sketch 7)

This card is a fun example of winter-themed paper crafting. It balances soft lilacs and bold purples with a touch of magical illustration.

Design Layout & Style

I used a lavender card base with light lavender cardstock. The focal point is a watercolored stamp from Elizabeth Craft Designs against a background of stamped snowflakes and stars.

• The Sentiment: A crisp white banner with the words "best wishes", popped up for dimension over the candle.

• Geometric Contrast: The bottom-left corner is anchored by a diagonal collage of patterned paper including:

  • Bold purple and white stripes.

  • Multicolor snowflakes on a white background.

  • A soft lavender grid pattern.

  • Faint white stars on a cream base.

Crafting Detail

• Fussy Cutting: The candle and banner have been precisely cut and adhered to the card face, using foam tape for a 3D effect.

• Tone-on-Tone Stamping: The snowflakes on the background are stamped in a shade of purple just slightly darker than the cardstock, creating a subtle, textured look.

***Pro-Tip: Notice the small banner at the top right—it mirrors the patterns from the bottom corner, which is a great way to "tie" the composition together and lead the viewer's eye across the card.

Want to See All 15 Cards?

I’m sharing one card per day as part of this 15-card series using Kendra’s Card Challenge #21.

🎥 Learn more about the challenge here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=654MpJDjP4U

🧻 Shop the patterned paper used throughout this series: 👉 Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad 👉 https://tidd.ly/3Zd7WSC

🧷 Strong adhesive makes all the difference: 👉 Shop Tape Runner at TapeRunner.com 👉 Use code Amalia10 to save 10%

✨ Join me tomorrow for Card #8 and we will be over halfway to the finish line!

Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 – Card #6

Day #6 of 15 | Stretching 6 Sheets of Patterned Paper into 15 Cards

Welcome to Day #6 of my Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 series!

We are officially past the one-third mark and moving into the heart of the challenge. One of the best things about using a cohesive collection like the Snow Much Fun paper pad is that even when the patterns get bold—like the stripes and polka dots we're using today—they still work perfectly together.

👉 Catching up? Make sure to see how we handled the cozy vibes of Card #5 before checking out today’s bright celebration card!

Card #6: Wish Big (Sketch #6)

For Sketch #6, I decided to turn up the energy! This layout is a fantastic way to use high-contrast patterns. The diagonal "rainbow" stripes provide a dynamic background that makes the bold blue polka-dot circles really pop.

The focal point is a charming birthday candle paired with a "Wish Big" sentiment. By layering these over a vellum-scalloped circle, I was able to create a soft "landing pad" that separates the focal image from the busy striped background.

Design Notes

• Sketch orientation: vertical

• Focal element: A purple birthday candle with a "wish big" die-cut sentiment

• Color strategy: High-energy mix of bright blue, lime green, and purple

• Embellishments: Scalloped vellum circles and subtle white enamal dot accents

When you have multiple circular elements overlapping a striped background, you want to make sure nothing shifts while you're finding the perfect placement. I used my pink Tape Runner from TapeRunner.com to secure the circles and the candle. It provides a strong, instant bond that's perfect for building up these layered "scenes."

👉 Save 10% at TapeRunner.com with code Amalia10.

Products Used

• Patterned Paper: Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad

• Cardstock: White A2 card base + coordinating solid accents 

• Adhesive: Tape Runner 👉 TapeRunner.com 👉 Use code Amalia10 for 10% off

• Dies / Embellishments: Scalloped circle dies & Vellum 

• Sentiment: “wish big” — Die-cut sentiment

Why This Card Works

This card is all about repetition and contrast. The repeating circle shapes (the polka dots and the scalloped vellum) create a sense of rhythm, while the diagonal lines of the background add movement. It’s a cheerful, busy design that stays balanced because the purple of the candle grounds the whole composition.

Want to See All 15 Cards?

I’m sharing one card per day as part of this 15-card series using Kendra’s Card Challenge #21.

🎥 Learn more about the challenge here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=654MpJDjP4U

🧻 Shop the patterned paper used throughout this series: 👉 Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad 👉 https://tidd.ly/3Zd7WSC

🧷 Strong adhesive makes all the difference: 👉 Shop Tape Runner at TapeRunner.com 👉 Use code Amalia10 to save 10%

✨ Join me tomorrow for Card #7—we're halfway to the finish line!

 

Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 – Card #5

Day #5 of 15 | Stretching 6 Sheets of Patterned Paper into 15 Cards

Welcome to Day #5 of my Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 journey!

We are officially one-third of the way through the series. By now, you can really see how the Snow Much Fun paper pack offers such a great variety of tones—from cool teals to sophisticated, cozy purples. Today’s card is all about lean, clean lines and a sentiment that perfectly captures the winter spirit.

👉 Missed the start? Make sure to check out and the earlier posts to see how we're maximizing our supplies!

Card #5: It’s Hot Cocoa Time!

For Card #5, I leaned into a more structured, geometric look. This layout uses a grid-style patterned paper that adds a sense of order and modern flair. To keep the design from feeling too "square," I used a decorative corner punch on the matte layer, giving it a subtle ticket-shaped or vintage frame effect.

The focal point is a fun, tilted sentiment stack. Mixing font styles—like the script "Snow day" and the bold "IT'S HOT COCOA TIME!"—adds instant personality and visual interest to the top-left corner.

Design Notes

• Sketch orientation: vertical

• Focal element: Layered sentiment "Snow day / IT'S HOT COCOA TIME!"

• Color strategy: Monochromatic purples with crisp white accents

• Embellishments: Dark glitter enamel dots for a touch of "cocoa" sparkle

With these long, vertical strips and a slightly heavier sentiment piece, I needed an adhesive that wouldn't budge. My Tape Runner from TapeRunner.com made it easy to get perfectly straight alignment on those grid patterns while ensuring the tilted sentiment stayed exactly where I wanted it.

👉 Save 10% at TapeRunner.com with code Amalia10.

Products Used

• Patterned Paper: Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad S

  Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 – Card #5

  Day #5 of 15 | Stretching 6 Sheets of Patterned Paper into 15 Cards

  Welcome to Day #5 of my Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 journey!

  We are officially one-third of the way through the series. By now, you can really see how the Snow Much Fun paper pack offers such a great variety of tones—from vibrant teals to these sophisticated, cozy purples. Today’s card is all about lean, clean lines and a sentiment that perfectly captures the winter spirit.

  👉 Missed the start? Make sure to check out [Link to Card #4] and the earlier posts to see how we're maximizing our supplies!

  Card #5: It’s Hot Cocoa Time!

  For Card #5, I leaned into a more structured, geometric look. This layout uses a grid-style patterned paper that adds a sense of order and modern flair. To keep the design from feeling too "square," I used a decorative corner punch on the matte layer, giving it a subtle ticket-shaped or vintage frame effect.

  The focal point is a fun, tilted sentiment stack. Mixing font styles—like the script "Snow day" and the bold "IT'S HOT COCOA TIME!"—adds instant personality and visual interest to the top-left corner.

  Design Notes

  • Sketch orientation: vertical

  • Focal element: Layered sentiment "Snow day / IT'S HOT COCOA TIME!"

  • Color strategy: Monochromatic purples with crisp white accents

  • Embellishments: Dark glitter enamel dots for a touch of "cocoa" sparkle

  With these long, vertical strips and a slightly heavier sentiment piece, I needed an adhesive that wouldn't budge. My Tape Runner from TapeRunner.com made it easy to get perfectly straight alignment on those grid patterns while ensuring the tilted sentiment stayed exactly where I wanted it.

  👉 Save 10% at TapeRunner.com with code Amalia10.

  Products Used

  • Patterned Paper: Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad Shop here

  • Cardstock: Purple A2 card base + light purple and white layers

  • Adhesive: Tape Runner 👉 TapeRunner.com 👉 Use code Amalia10 for 10% off

  • Dies / Embellishments: Glitter enamel dots Shop here

  • Sentiment: "Snow day" & "IT'S HOT COCOA TIME!" — Cardstock stickers/die-cuts

  Why This Card Works

  This design is a masterclass in using "negative space." By keeping the bottom right relatively open—save for those three glittery dots—the eye is naturally drawn up to the sentiment. It’s a great reminder that you don't always have to fill every corner of a design to make a big impact.

  Want to See All 15 Cards?

  I’m sharing one card per day as part of this 15-card series using Kendra’s Card Challenge #21.

  🎥 Learn more about the challenge here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=654MpJDjP4U

  🧻 Shop the patterned paper used throughout this series: 👉 Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad 👉 https://tidd.ly/3Zd7WSC

  🧷 Strong adhesive makes all the difference: 👉 Shop Tape Runner at TapeRunner.com 👉 Use code Amalia10 to save 10%

  ✨ Stay tuned for Card #6 tomorrow—we're just getting started!

 

Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 – Card #4

Day #4 of 15 | Stretching 6 Sheets of Patterned Paper into 15 Cards

Welcome to Day #4 of my Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 series!

We are moving right along in our mission to turn six 6x6 sheets of patterned paper into 15 beautiful A2 cards using Kendra’s ingenious cutting guide. Today we are tackling one of my favorite layouts in the bunch.

👉 New here? Be sure to view the previous cards in this series before diving into today’s design to see how this 6x6 paper pack is transforming!

Card #4: Having Snow Much Fun (Sketch #4)

For Sketch #4, I wanted to play with layers and textures. This sketch uses several different patterned strips to create a "blocked" background, which is a fantastic way to showcase multiple patterns from the Snow Much Fun collection without them clashing.

The focal point features a vellum circle overlay. Vellum is a secret weapon in cardmaking—it softens the busy "newspaper" text pattern underneath just enough to let the sentiment banner take center stage without completely hiding the cute background detail.

Design Notes

• Sketch orientation: horizontal

• Focal element: Vellum circle with a "having snow much fun" sentiment banner

• Color strategy: High-contrast purples, teals, and lime greens

• Embellishments: White enamel dots (placed to look like falling snowballs!)

When working with multiple small strips and vellum, precision is everything. To keep my layers perfectly flat and ensure the vellum didn't shift while I was centering the banner, I used my Tape Runner from TapeRunner.com. It gives that professional, permanent bond that prevents the "warping" you sometimes get with liquid glues on thin vellum.

👉 Save 10% at TapeRunner.com with code Amalia10.

Products Used

• Patterned Paper: Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad Shop here

• Cardstock: Purple A2 card base + coordinating solid cardstock

• Adhesive: Tape Runner 👉 TapeRunner.com 👉 Use code Amalia10 for 10% off

• Dies / Embellishments: White enamel dots & Vellum Shop here

• Sentiment: “having snow much fun” — Banner sentiment

Why This Card Works

This layout is a "pattern mixer's" dream. By framing the different patterned strips within a solid purple border, the card feels cohesive rather than cluttered. It proves that you can use four different patterns on one card as long as you have a strong focal point to anchor the design!

Want to See All 15 Cards?

I’m sharing one card per day as part of this 15-card series using Kendra’s Card Challenge #21.

🎥 Learn more about the challenge here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=654MpJDjP4U

🧻 Shop the patterned paper used throughout this series: 👉 Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad 👉 https://tidd.ly/3Zd7WSC

🧷 Strong adhesive makes all the difference: 👉 Shop Tape Runner at TapeRunner.com 👉 Use code Amalia10 to save 10%

✨ Check back tomorrow for Card #5 as we continue our countdown to 15!

Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 – Card #3

Day #3 of 15 | Stretching 6 Sheets of Patterned Paper into 15 Cards

Welcome to Day #3 of my Kendra’s Card Challenge #21 series!
This challenge is all about maximizing your patterned paper by using just six 6×6 sheets and Kendra’s cutting guide to create 15 A2 cards. Each day, I’m sharing one card along with design notes and product details to show how small changes can make each card feel fresh and unique.

If you’re joining the series partway through, I recommend checking out the earlier cards first so you can see how the same sketch evolves:
👉 Be sure to view the previous cards in this series before diving into today’s design.

Card #3: Happy Birthday

For Card #3, I took a bold yet simple approach by letting clean lines do the heavy lifting. The diagonal strip immediately draws the eye across the card, while the subtle color palette keeps the design cheerful and versatile—perfect for a quick hello, happy mail, or thinking-of-you note.

I’m still working with the Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad by Doodlebug Designs, pulling coordinating patterns that feel playful without overwhelming the design.

Design Notes

• Sketch orientation: vertical

• Focal element: diagonal patterned paper strip

• Color strategy: subtle coordination

• Embellishments: silver glitter enamel dots

Because this card relies on crisp edges and strong alignment—especially along the diagonal—adhesive quality really matters. I used a Tape Runner from TapeRunner.com to get smooth, secure adhesion without warping or lifting.

👉 Save 10% at TapeRunner.com with code Amalia10.

Products Used

Patterned Paper:
Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad
Shop here: https://tidd.ly/3Zd7WSC

Cardstock:
White A2 card base + coordinating solid cardstock
Shop here: https://tidd.ly/4k6ZPAN

Adhesive:
Tape Runner
👉 TapeRunner.com
👉 Use code Amalia10 for 10% off

Dies / Embellishments:
Enamel dots
Shop here: https://tidd.ly/3NGAFwN

Sentiment:
“hello” — die-cut sentiment

Why This Card Works

This card shows how a single diagonal element can create a simple and elegant design. By keeping embellishments minimal and colors intentional, the patterned paper remains the star while still delivering a polished, finished look.

It’s also a great reminder that simple cards can be just as impactful—and faster to mass-produce when you’re building a card stash.

Want to See All 15 Cards?

I’m sharing one card per day as part of this 15-card series using Kendra’s Card Challenge #21.

🎥 Learn more about the challenge here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=654MpJDjP4U

🧻 Shop the patterned paper used throughout this series:
👉 Doodlebug Designs Snow Much Fun 6×6 Paper Pad
👉 https://tidd.ly/3Zd7WSC

🧷 Strong adhesive makes all the difference:
👉 Shop Tape Runner at TapeRunner.com
👉 Use code Amalia10 to save 10%

✨ Check back daily as I continue sharing all 15 cards from this challenge!