Cards, paper crafts, and Scrapbook Pages I Made in July 2025

 I had so much fun crafting this month. I  broke out my stencils and tried some new techniques. I ran one through an embossing folder when I finished with the stenciling and I just loved how they turned out.  



I got a new hot foil system for my birthday and worked with foiling a couple of days; the gold foil cards I enjoyed coloring and the rainbow ones are pretty enough to stand out on their own. Though I did try coloring a few of those too!

This card I used alcohol markers and shading. 


you can see the foil better when the light hits it.

I also foiled on black paper and colored in with colored pencils.

For this card I used the rainbow foil paper on white.


again, you can see the foil detail so much better when the light hits it.

 Then tried it on black:

 





 


I made a shaker card using my cricut for the boys' friend's birthday. The card and number and saying were drawn/cut by the machine and then I used acetate to cover the holes and filled them with sequins and beads. Added a foam layer and a backing. So the beads shake and move all around. 




I played around one day with a new sunflowers embossing folder I received and had lots of fun!
 




 
I found a stencil set that I hadn't used before and tried that out to see what it looks like. 

I got all caught up on my scrapbooking with the photos I have in my possession which means it's time to order a new batch of photos! I finished up all 3 winter/early spring "trips" with the boys-- to the aquarium, the orchid/flower show, and from seeing Cirque du Soleil Ovo. And got our girl's trip to Louisville done too. 



I just adore these little green critters/bugs SO much! 





I made some bookmarks this month too.
 

 

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Comments

  1. Handmade in IsraelJuly 28, 2025 at 5:40 AM

    Your cards look great! I love the foil work and the 18th card, with the sequins and beads, is a lot of fun! I am sure it was well received.

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  2. Carol @Comfort Spring StationJuly 28, 2025 at 5:53 AM

    Your creativity is amazing. I love all your creations. My favorite is the butterfly card. #MMBC

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  3. HollyJuly 28, 2025 at 6:32 AM

    So so beautiful!

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  4. Amy ScottJuly 28, 2025 at 6:32 AM

    The gold foil looks so cool! You have been a card maker! And, I know supplies cost money but I also think you are saving so much money because cards are so pricey - I mentioned that the other day on my blog! Love!

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    1. Joanne July 28, 2025 at 1:05 PM

      Isn't it the neatest?! I think I save money too but it really is debatable since I do spend plenty on supplies... and have quite a stack of cards I am trying to get better about actually using!

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  5. Maria RineerJuly 28, 2025 at 7:00 AM

    So pretty! The technique with the "18" card is so cool! And "alcohol" as an adjective for "markers" cracked me up!! The foil is a creative touch- everything looks so good!

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    1. Joanne July 28, 2025 at 1:07 PM

      Thank you! I do think it's so weird they they are called alcohol markers but they do use an alcohol based ink.

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  6. Kim CarberryJuly 28, 2025 at 7:47 AM

    What fun to try some new techniques. Fantastic creations! I love the cards using the new foil system, so pretty!

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    1. Joanne July 28, 2025 at 1:13 PM

      Thank you; I have been having lots of fun playing around with it.

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  7. Everyday MaddieJuly 28, 2025 at 8:34 AM

    They look great as always!! I love the 18th birthday one!

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  8. JoyceJuly 28, 2025 at 9:22 AM

    Wow so many pretty cards and scrapbook pages! I love the foil!

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  9. Melynda@Scratch Made Food!July 28, 2025 at 10:32 AM

    Lots of different details and techniques! I love the first sunflower card with the green ribbon!

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    1. Joanne July 28, 2025 at 1:16 PM

      Thank you so much! I liked that one too, but blue and green are two of my favorite colors.

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  10. Kari July 28, 2025 at 10:52 AM

    These are all so beautiful, Joanne!

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  11. crackercrumblifeJuly 28, 2025 at 11:11 AM

    These are all so beautiful and special!! I love the sunflower ones!

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    1. Joanne July 28, 2025 at 1:16 PM

      Thank you! That is a new product I was trying out and I really like it so much.

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  12. Kim July 28, 2025 at 11:55 AM

    You have a gift, Joanne! Your cards are truly beautiful. The designs are lovely and all those different techniques. Wow! I often say I'd like to try paper crafts and scrapbooking...maybe someday! In the meantime, I'm gathering ideas from you!

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  13. Hall Around TexasJuly 28, 2025 at 12:32 PM

    I love seeing your crafty creations!! As always, beautiful work. I think the sunflowers are my favorite!!

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  14. Jodie's Touch of StyleJuly 28, 2025 at 1:16 PM

    Your cards are truly fabulous. I'm assuming you make them just for yourself, because I've seen ones like that at Farmer's Market and such. They are so beautiful.
    XOOX
    Jodie

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    1. Joanne July 28, 2025 at 1:18 PM

      I do just make them for myself; I've tried selling them at craft fairs before but was never successful enough to even get back the money spent on participating in said craft fair.

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  15. Lindsay's Sweet WorldJuly 28, 2025 at 4:04 PM

    Oh this is by far your best batch of cards yet! That foil machine is amazing! I knew you were going to make some beautiful things with it! I cannot wait to see what else you do. It has totally upped your game!

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  16. Teresa @ My Bookish WorldJuly 28, 2025 at 4:46 PM

    What a wonderful collection of cards and paper crafts you've created for July! It's clear you've been busy with some fantastic new techniques, especially with that new hot foil system and the shaker card – they look absolutely brilliant! Thanks for sharing your creative projects.

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  17. JeanieJuly 28, 2025 at 7:24 PM

    These are really beautiful and detailed. I love the explosion of color and those flowers!

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  18. AnonymousJuly 28, 2025 at 8:59 PM

    The gold foiled ones are my fave, but wow that is a lot of work! You are SO creative!!!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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  19. StephanieJuly 29, 2025 at 12:18 AM

    So pretty!

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  20. Veronica LeeJuly 29, 2025 at 12:55 AM

    You certainly are talented, Joanne!
    Love that butterfly card.

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  21. Life Images by Jill, Western AustraliaJuly 29, 2025 at 2:50 AM

    lovely card making. It looks like you are all set for the next year. Enjoy your week and thankyou for visiting my blog this week.

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  22. nicole orriensJuly 29, 2025 at 2:52 AM

    Oh wow, I love your cards! They are so pretty. I'm not very good with crafts but I love how you've done these.

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  23. Tamar SBJuly 29, 2025 at 9:21 AM

    Love that 18 card!!

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    1. Joanne July 29, 2025 at 10:51 AM

      Thank you! I had a lot of fun with that one.

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  24. Michele MorinJuly 29, 2025 at 9:36 AM

    Anytime I receive a homemade card, it's SO special!

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  25. Marsha BanksJuly 29, 2025 at 1:01 PM

    Your cards are all gorgeous, but I think I like the sunflower ones the best!

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

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  26. Sum of their StoriesJuly 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM

    Oooo that foiling looks fun, what beautiful cards you've made with it. thanks for sharing at Handmade Monday :-)

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