Cardmaking doesn’t have to be complicated to be stunning. In today’s post, I’ll be showing you how to take just one stamp set and combine it with a simple card sketch to create three unique seasonal cards. Whether you’re preparing for the holidays, celebrating fall, or getting a jump on spring, these designs will prove that a little creativity can go a long way.

For this challenge, I’ve chosen the Stampin Up Rustic Crate stamps and die cuts, which includes sentiments, flowers, and a sturdy crate. Each of the sentiments can be paired with any of the floral stamps, which makes this set great for card making or decorating gift packaging. Use the masking technique to place the bundled pumpkins, corn, and sunflower stamp inside of the wooden crate. Or stamp the summery flowers on the background of the Good Things Take Time sentiment for a fun layered look.  Paired with a simple, flexible card sketch, this layout can be transformed for any season with just a few adjustments to colors and embellishments.

The card sketch I chose for this challenge was sketch #557 from MojoMonday.  This sketch was also part of the Scrapbook.com November 2024 Card Sketch Challenge. I chose to rotate the sketch clockwise for these three cards.

Card 1: Give Thanks

For this fall-themed card, I used fall colors like oranges, yellows, greens, and browns. The stamped sunflowers, corn, and pumpkins from the set were colored to create a cozy, rustic feel. I also used the sketch’s central panel to feature stamped image as the main focal point, perfect for Thanksgiving.

Supplies used for this card: Stampin Up Rustic Crate stamps and die cuts, Early Espresso Cardstock, Soft Suede Cardstock, Cajun Craze Cardstock, Mossy Meadow Cardstock, Memento Tuxedo ink, Daffodil Delight Stampin Blends, Wild Wheat Stampin Blends, Pumpkin Pie Stampin Blends, Old Olive Stampin Blends, Shaded Spruce Stampin Blends, and Pecan Pie Stampin Blends.

Card 2: Sending Loads of Christmas Cheer

This Christmas card takes on a festive reds and greens. The same stamp set was used to create a crate of poinsettias, and I swapped the sentiment for a cheerful holiday greeting. The layout stays the same, but the color palette makes this card feel entirely different!

Supplies used for this card: Stampin Up Rustic Crate stamps and die cuts, Pebbled Path Stampin Pad, Real Red Cardstock, Garden Green Cardstock, Memento Tuxedo ink, Real Red Stampin Blends, Shaded Spruce Stampin Blends, Lemon Lolly Stampin Blends, and Honey Bee Stamps 3D Snowflakes Embossing Folder.

Card 3: Hello

For a bright, springtime look, I chose pastel colors and soft florals from the stamp set. This time, I used the sketch to create a lighter, airy design, using lighter colors and a delicate floral paper for a fresh and delicate vibe.

Supplies used for this card: Stampin Up Rustic Crate stamps and die cuts, Balmy Blue Cardstock, Daffodil Delight Cardstock, Secret Garden Paper, Memento Tuxedo ink, Pebbles Path Stampin Pad, Fresh Fresia Stampin Blends, Soft Succulent Stampin Blends, Lemon Lolly Stampin Blends, Azure Afternoon Stampin Blends, and Distressed Tile 3D Embossing Folder.

The possibilities are endless when you combine a versatile stamp set with a flexible card sketch. I hope these three seasonal cards inspire you to try this approach in your own crafting. Whether you’re making cards for fall, winter, or spring, you’ll find that a little creativity and a simple sketch can take your cards to the next level!

I’d love to see what you create using this stamp set and sketch! Share your seasonal cards in the comments below or tag me on social media. Don’t forget to subscribe for more creative crafting ideas straight to your inbox!