FLASH SALE on Select Stamp Sets - Sept 16th - 19th...

We're having a SALE over on my website - select stamp sets will be on sale for 3 DAYS ONLY!

Here are some sets that I personally have and some artwork to inspire you...which one's your favorite?

CUTEST CREW

EXTRAORDINARY LIFE

GEARS & TEXTURES

RELAXING WATERSIDE

SPLASH & RELAX

Don't forget to head on over to my website before the end of the day the 19th to grab your favorite stamp sets!

Copper Harvest Card...

Foiling With an Embossing Folder: Shine and Dimension in One Technique!

What happens when you combine a foiling system with an embossing folder? See how I used this new cardmaking technique to add beautiful shine and raised dimension to a handmade harvest card.

There is something about a little shine that makes a handmade card feel extra special—but this technique takes it one step further. I combined a foiling system with an embossing folder to create a background that has both gorgeous metallic shine and raised dimension!

The result is one of those details you really have to tilt toward the light to fully appreciate. The foil catches your eye first, and then the embossed texture makes you want to reach out and touch it.

A New Way to Use Foil

I love discovering techniques that help us look at the supplies in our craft rooms differently. Instead of using the foiling system and embossing folder separately, I brought them together to create the copper-patterned panel on this card.

The background adds plenty of interest without competing with the layered pumpkin and foliage. It also proves that a background does not need to be complicated to make a big impact.

Watch the Technique in Action

Photos show the finished texture, but video is the best way to see the foil catch the light and understand how the layers come together. In the video below, I walk you through the technique, share what I learned, and assemble the finished card.

 

 WATCH THE FOILING TECHNIQUE VIDEO →

Building the Card

Because the background already brings plenty of shine and texture, I kept the focal point soft and layered. The pale pumpkins, delicate foliage and warm floral pattern balance the bolder copper foil. A little twine adds natural texture, while the small gems give the design another subtle bit of sparkle.

The “A Little Hello” sentiment keeps this card useful beyond one specific occasion. Although the colors and pumpkin imagery work beautifully for autumn, the technique itself can be used year-round. Imagine it with snowflakes, florals, geometrics, birthday designs or even a more masculine pattern.

Tips Before You Try It

• Choose an embossing-folder pattern with enough open detail for the foil to be noticeable.

• Let the foil and texture be the star; too many competing embellishments can hide the technique.

• Check the result from several angles before deciding whether you need more embellishment—the shine changes dramatically in the light.

• Expect a little experimentation when trying a new combination of tools and materials. Keep your first attempt or two as samples and make notes about what worked.

Shop the Supplies

Ready to try this combination of shine and dimension? You can shop the products used for this project through my online store.

SHOP THE PROJECT SUPPLIES →

Shopping through my link supports my ScrappinKaty business at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my creative work!

What Would You Foil First?

Now that I have seen the shine and dimension this technique creates, I am already thinking about other embossing folders I want to try. I would love to know what design you would choose first!

Leave a comment below and tell me—and if you try the technique, be sure to share your project with me.

Happy crafting!

31 Days of Christmas Card Event - 2026...

Registration is NOW OPEN for our annual 31 Days of Christmas Cards Event!

We’re so excited for this year’s event! We’re trying a few new things for 2026, and we think this may be our best format yet.

Throughout October, there will be something to look forward to all week long:

Monday through Friday: New, full-length card classes packed with ideas, techniques and Christmas inspiration.

Saturdays: Live Zoom crops with members of the Creative Design Team! Craft along with us, work on projects inspired by the classes or simply enjoy some creative time together. We’ve scheduled multiple crop times throughout the month to make it easier for different time zones to join us.

Sundays: Challenge days! We’ll give you a fun challenge inspired by the week’s classes, plus chances to win prizes.

And you don’t even have to wait until October to start creating! Register now and your first bonus card handout will be waiting for you as soon as you join the private Facebook group.

As always, you don’t need to own everything we use. We encourage you to shop your stash, and we’ll share alternate ideas so you can take the techniques and inspiration and make them your own.

We can’t wait to spend October creating with you!

Register now at CDTCreatives.com

Happy Happenings Creative Class...

This month's classes are ready for sign up - HAPPY HAPPENINGS CREATIVE CLASS

Whether you're a cardmaker or scrapbooker, this Kit is for you! 

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I know the turnaround for registration is tight but the other Class I had planned - the products sold out so I had to pivot.

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We will be using the Happy Happenings Card Kit (last chance at the moment) to make cards (if you sign up for the card class) and a double-page layout (if you sign up for the layout class).

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Both classes have a virtual option for those who can't make it or for those of you who aren't local to me.

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RSVP before Sept 8th:

Non-Local Girlies: Kit will me mailed to you

Local Girlies: If you'd rather pay in person, let me know

There's even an option for BOTH Classes

Address for in-person class will be sent to attendees

Zoom link will be sent via email a day or so prior to the event

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Basic supplies needed:

Paper Trimmer

Adhesive of choice

3D Foam or Dimensionals

Scissors

Pencil/Eraser

Painted Patch Workshop - The Creative AKademy...

🍂 NEW! Painted Patch Scrapbooking Workshop

If fall photos are piling up on your phone—or you just love a good excuse to play with gorgeous autumn colors—our Painted Patch Scrapbooking Workshop is ready for you!

This workshop includes THREE double-page scrapbook layouts, giving you six finished 12" x 12" pages designed for everything from pumpkin patches and family gatherings to everyday fall memories, cozy weekends, outdoor adventures, and all those little moments that make this season special.

And because I know not everyone needs the same thing, there are three ways to purchase!

🍁 OPTION 1: FREE with a purchase of $50 on my website

Here's a supply list if you're wanting to start with the products we used. Click here for an ADD TO CART list.

🍁 OPTION 2: The Complete Painted Patch Scrapbooking Workshop

Want me to walk you through the whole thing? This is the option for you.

With the Complete Workshop, you'll receive:

• A detailed Workshop Guide with the measurements you'll need to recreate all three double-page layouts
• Three double-page designs — SIX scrapbook pages total
• Coordinating Painted Patch Printable Ephemera Collection
• Ephemera formatted for both US Letter and A4
• Cutting Video so you can prep your papers right along with me
• Assembly Videos where I'll walk you through putting each layout together

You can use the layouts as shown or make them your own by changing photo sizes, rearranging embellishment clusters, or swapping in papers from your own stash.

One of my favorite things about these layouts is that we're using those beautiful patterned papers instead of saving them for "someday." Use the paper. Make the pages. Tell the stories. ❤️

🍁  OPTION 3: Painted Patch Ephemera ONLY

Maybe you don't need another workshop—you just want those embellishments!

We've also made the Painted Patch Ephemera Collection available separately.

You'll receive the printable ephemera in both US Letter and A4 formats, ready for you to print, fussy cut, and add to your own scrapbook layouts, cards, tags, journals, or other fall projects.

Please note: The Ephemera Only option does not include the Workshop Guide, measurements, cutting video, assembly videos, or layout instructions.

🍂 Which One Should You Choose?

If you love having the measurements figured out for you and enjoy crafting along with me, grab the Complete Painted Patch Scrapbooking Workshop.

If you're more of a give me the pretty things and let me do my own thing crafter, grab the Ephemera Only option. 😉

Either way, I think you're going to have a LOT of fun with this collection. The mix of pumpkins, florals, cameras, leaves, cozy fall images, and oversized titles gives you so many possibilities beyond these three layouts.

And don't feel like your photos have to scream FALL to use these pages. The colors and embellishments can work beautifully for family photos, everyday moments, gratitude-themed pages, trips, gatherings, and more.

Ready to create?

Choose the option that works best for you and start creating your own Painted Patch pages!

🍁 Submit a qualifying order and everything will emailed to you: ADD TO CART SUPPLY LIST

🍁 Complete Painted Patch Scrapbooking Workshop: Click here

🍁 Painted Patch Ephemera Only: Click here

Both options are digital products, so no physical products will be shipped.

Make sure you check out my socials (IG and FB) to see flip throughs of these GORGEOUS layouts!