Bright Colors- Happy Thoughts is my theme for today’s card. If you’ve ever needed a reminder that color = joy, today’s card is it.
This bold and breezy design is bursting with cheerful color blocks, playful patterns, and fluttery dragonflies—each one bringing a little personality to the party. I used the Happiest Day stamp set to share a simple but powerful message: “Thinking of you today & every day.”
Because let’s be real—happy mail has magical powers, especially when it’s handmade with love.
This Layout Will Work Every Time
I started with a Summer Splash card base because, honestly, it makes me smile just looking at it. From there, I layered three strips of bright Designer Series Paper. These are from the 2024-26 In-Color pack. I used Peach Pie, Petunia Pop, and Shy Shamrock strips layered onto a piece of Basic White. All feature the same repeating circle pattern. Keeping the pattern consistent helps unify the design even with multiple bold colors.
To anchor the center, I added a die-cut circle embossed with one of my favorite embossing folders. (This one is retired) It gives just enough texture to make things interesting without competing for attention. The sentiment from Happiest Day is stamped in crisp black ink for a clean, readable finish.
And the stars of the show? Those adorable dragonflies! I stamped and punched them in colors that coordinate with the patterned paper, then popped them up with Dimensionals for a little movement. It’s a playful touch that brings the whole card to life. I was so sad to see this stamp set on the Last Chance List. Click here to check the List out!
Let’s Talk Measurements & Supplies
STAMPS: Happiest Day -(163605)
INKS: Peach Pie, Petunia Pop, Shy Shamrock Classic Ink Pads, Memento Tuxedo Black
PAPER: Summer Splash (8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ scored @ 4 1/4″, 1″ x 4″; Basic White 2 @ 3 3/4″ x 5″, 2 1/4″ circle, scrap; DSP 3@ 1 1/4″ x 3 3/4″
MISC: 2024-2026 IN COLOR™ RESIN DOTS (163389); 2024–2026 IN COLOR™ 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER (163777) *Both of these products are discounted!
Make Someone’s Day Brighter—One Card at a Time
This card is proof that you don’t need complicated techniques or fancy tools to make something beautiful. It’s all about clever color blocking, coordinated elements, and a heartfelt message.
Swap out the colors, switch up the sentiment, or create a whole set of these to have on hand when someone needs a pick-me-up. (Spoiler: that’s pretty much always.) Here’s a BONUS! I changed the stamp set to the Storybook Friends Bundle and created a bright & happy Easter card using the same base items. I did change the card base to Shy Shamrock for this card.
Leave me a comment as to which one you like best!
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Keep crafting, keep smiling—and never underestimate the power of a colorful card.
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