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  • Textured Cardmaking with Hobby Haven Specialty DSP

    One of my favourite things about this paper pack is the built-in texture, and this card really highlights that. These Hobby Haven Specialty DSP ideas are perfect if you want your cards to look detailed without complicated steps.

    The subtle patterns and specialty elements in the paper do most of the work for you. I’ve paired it with coordinating cardstock and kept the layout clean so the paper can shine. This design would be ideal for beginner cardmakers or anyone short on time. You can see one of my other designs in my previous post.

    Hobby Haven Specialty DSP ideas

    🎥 Watch the card come together on YouTube:

    This is another example of how versatile the Hobby Haven Specialty Designer Series Paper really is.

    Product List
    Hobby Haven 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 167201 ]
    $29.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00
    Lost Lagoon A4 Cardstock [ 133686 ]
    $25.00
    Crumb Cake A4 Card Stock [ 121685 ]
    $25.00
    Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161665 ]
    $15.75
    Blending Brushes [ 153611 ]
    $27.00
    Everyday Arches Dies [ 164629 ]
    $51.00

  • Hobby Haven Specialty DSP card

    If you love creating handmade cards with a slightly masculine feel, you are going to love this Hobby Haven Specialty DSP card. This Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up! is packed with rich textures, tool imagery, and earthy tones that make cardmaking easy and stylish.

    For this card, I let the Hobby Haven Specialty Designer Series Paper take centre stage. The layered background adds instant interest without needing lots of extra embellishment. A simple sentiment and a few coordinating cardstock layers are all that’s needed to finish this card off beautifully.

    This is the kind of card that works perfectly for birthdays, thank-you cards, or even Father’s Day. It’s also a great design if you enjoy creating cards in batches.

    Hobby Haven Specialty DSP card

    🎥 Watch the full process here:

    If you’re looking for more ideas using the Hobby Haven Specialty DSP, make sure to check out the rest of this blog series.

    Product List
    Hobby Haven 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 167201 ]
    $29.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00
    Lost Lagoon A4 Cardstock [ 133686 ]
    $25.00
    Crumb Cake A4 Card Stock [ 121685 ]
    $25.00
    Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161665 ]
    $15.75
    Blending Brushes [ 153611 ]
    $27.00
    Everyday Arches Dies [ 164629 ]
    $51.00

  • Nature’s Symphony Bundle – A Closer Look at All 6 Cards

    To wrap up this little series, here’s a look at all six cards created with the Nature’s Symphony Bundle. Seeing them together really highlights just how versatile and cohesive this bundle is.

    Nature’s Symphony bundle cards

    From soft and subtle designs to bolder, more dramatic looks, these cards show how easily you can mix and match layouts, textures, and colours while still keeping everything beautifully coordinated.

    If you’re looking for a bundle that you’ll reach for again and again, Nature’s Symphony is definitely one worth adding to your collection.

    📺 In the video below, I talk through each card and share ideas for adapting the designs.

    Thanks so much for following along with this series. Let me know which card was your favourite—and if you’d like to see more bundle-focused inspiration like this, I’d love to hear!

    Product List
    Nature's Symphony Bundle (English) [ 166926 ]
    $82.75
    Nature Walk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166912 ]
    $21.75
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock [ 150886 ]
    $25.00
    Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [ 150083 ]
    $15.75
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00

  • Bold Botanicals & Contrast Using Nature’s Symphony Masculine Card

    This card shows a slightly bolder side of the Nature’s Symphony Bundle creating this Masculine Card, with stronger contrast and a deeper colour palette. The layered leaves really pop against the darker background, creating a striking yet still elegant design.

    Nature’s Symphony masculine card

    I love how versatile this bundle is—you can go soft and subtle or rich and dramatic, all with the same stamps and dies. Adding the use of blending brushes always adds a dramatic effect on your designs.

    This card would work beautifully as a masculine card or for anyone who loves strong, nature-inspired designs.

    🎥 Watch the video below to see how I built up the layers and created contrast without overpowering the design.

    Don’t forget to check the supply list below and save this layout for future cardmaking sessions.

    Product List
    Nature's Symphony Bundle (English) [ 166926 ]
    $82.75
    Nature Walk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166912 ]
    $21.75
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock [ 150886 ]
    $25.00
    Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [ 150083 ]
    $15.75
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00

  • Clean and Simple Nature’s Symphony Card

    If you love clean and simple cardmaking with just the right amount of detail, this one’s for you. This card focuses on strong layers, soft colours, and a peaceful botanical feel.

    The leaf images from the Nature’s Symphony Bundle really do all the hard work here. Paired with the squares from the stylish shapes dies layered onto a plain background and a sentiment, this card feels calm, thoughtful, and timeless.

    This is a fantastic design to keep on hand for those moments when you need a card quickly but still want it to feel special.

    🎬 You’ll find the full video tutorial below, including tips for keeping clean designs balanced.

    All supplies are listed below so you can recreate this card or put your own spin on it.

    Product List
    Nature's Symphony Bundle (English) [ 166926 ]
    $82.75
    Nature Walk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166912 ]
    $21.75
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock [ 150886 ]
    $25.00
    Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [ 150083 ]
    $15.75
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00

  • Two Similar Cards, One Beautiful Bundle – Nature’s Symphony Bundle

    For today’s post, I’m sharing two cards created with the same layout and products, but with slightly different looks. This is one of my favourite ways to stretch a bundle—and your crafting time!

    Two Similar Cards

    By changing the placement of the leaves and adjusting a few small details, you can create cards that feel coordinated but not identical. These would be perfect if you’re making multiples for a class, swap, or happy mail.

    The Nature’s Symphony Bundle makes this so easy because the images layer effortlessly and always look beautiful together.

    📺 Be sure to watch the video below. This video is my sped up version so you can get an overview of how I’ve created these two similar cards. However you can check out my one of my other posts to see the longer video.


    Let me know in the comments which version you prefer—I always love hearing your thoughts!

    Product List
    Nature's Symphony Bundle (English) [ 166926 ]
    $82.75
    Nature Walk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166912 ]
    $21.75
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock [ 150886 ]
    $25.00
    Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [ 150083 ]
    $15.75
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00

  • Elegant Texture & Botanical Beauty with Nature’s Symphony Bundle

    This card really highlights how beautifully the Nature’s Symphony Bundle works with texture. The embossed background paired with the detailed leaf images creates a gorgeous balance of soft and bold elements. Another card I created with this bundle is here.

    I kept the layout clean and uncluttered so the leafy focal point could truly shine. A simple sentiment finishes it off perfectly—sometimes less really is more.

    This design would be perfect for a thank-you card, thinking-of-you card, or even a sympathy card depending on the sentiment you choose.

    🎥 I’ve shared the full process in the video below, including tips for layering and placement all using the Nature’s Symphony Bundle.

    Scroll down to see the full supply list, and don’t forget—you can easily change up the colours to suit your own style or stash.

    Product List
    Nature's Symphony Bundle (English) [ 166926 ]
    $82.75
    Nature Walk 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166912 ]
    $21.75
    Stylish Shapes Dies [ 159183 ]
    $53.00
    Stone & Vine 3 D Embossing Folder [ 166990 ]
    $17.50
    Pretty Peacock A4 Cardstock [ 150886 ]
    $25.00
    Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad [ 150083 ]
    $15.75
    Basic White A4 Cardstock [ 166781 ]
    $25.00
    Moody Palette Glossy Dots [ 167180 ]
    $14.00
    Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [ 149653 ]
    $244.00
    Paper Trimmer [ 152392 ]
    $49.00