Kimberly Gora

You can download this here, or print it off to save for later: Card Sketch #22.pdf

This is a great sketch to showcase multiple designer papers. Instead of making the flap that lifts up from cardstock, try using DSP, so you can see both sides of your gorgeous paper. Just remember to check the direction of the pattern before glueing. Here are two card samples that I made using this weeks sketch. The first one is made using Painted Pumpkins Designer paper, and Autumn Opulence Designer paper. The second card was made using Violet Dreams Designer paper, and the

October 6, 2026 Give this one a try, and see what you can come up with! For this card, I used the Designer Paper from Product of the Month called Glow of Harvest as a background. The embossing is done with the Seasonal Cheer Mini Embossing Folders The pumpkins were cut from the Painted Patch Designer Paper The sentiment and punch is from Banner Sayings Bundle For this card I decided to give it the vintage vibe, and I embossed the background with Painted Texture 3-D embossing

In this weeks card sketch it is another great way to use up your scraps! I always have a ton of scraps, and I try to use up a whole paper pack. (Kill the Kit) especially if it is one of my favorite designer papers! Give this a try with your stack of scraps, and see what combo you can make. lAlternatives- Background embossed, or stamped Use different sizes of scraps Tear your strips instead of cutting them Here is a card I made usi

Here is a sample that I shared on my FB page. You are always welcome to join the Card Sketch Challenge every week to earn prize patrol! I made the strip a bit wider that what the sketch called for, but that is the fun of a sketch! They are to be used as a jumping off point, and you can change it up any way you see fit. I used Violet Dreams Designer paper for this card.

https://youtube.com/shorts/HcLC2rpPjhk Base- 11" x 4-1/4" White- 5-1/4" x 4" Petal Pink- 3-3/4" x 3/4" DSP- 3-3/4" x 3-1/4" 3-3/4" x 1" Die-cut leaves, and ink blend with Cajun Craze Stamp sentiment on Petal Pink Strip Add leaves, and twine Add Gems

https://youtube.com/shorts/8ME52knQuPc Base- 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" Score at 4-1/4" White- 5-1/4" x 4" Secret Sea- 3-3/4" x 3/4" DSP- 3-3/4" X 3-1/4" 3-3/4" x 1"

https://youtube.com/shorts/iTc4c5gOOgw Base- 11" x 4-1-4" Score at 5-1/2" Vanilla- 5-1/4" x 4" Calypso Coral- 3-3/4" x 3/4" Designer Paper 3-3/4" x 3-1/4" 3-3/4" x 1"

Good Morning! Today on Motivation Monday, I used some old (ok, maybe 6 YEARS old) with some new releases available on Sept. 1st!! I gave you a basic card sketch, and created three very different ideas for you to copy. Below are the measurements of all three. Base- 8-1/2" x 5-1/2 or 11" x 4-1/4" (you decide) Layer 1- 5-1/4" x 4" DSP- 3-3/4" x 3-1/4" 3-3/4" x 3/4" 3-3/4" x 1" You decide if you want to use DSP (Designer Series Paper) or Cardstock. I used card

For this weeks card sketch, you can make this vertical or horizontal. Find any stamp or die cut to put in the rectangles, or move the focal point from one side or the other. Have fun, and get crafting! I went with the Silly Old Bear DSP to make this fun card. I love Pooh, and he is always stealing my heart! What goes better with Pooh, than his honey pot. The cute stamped bees are leading the way. Stamp Bundle used is Sweet Old Friends 100 Acre Woods embossing folder makes a g

Here is a card I created using this sketch as a jumping off point, to make this adorable Pooh card. I used the above measurements, and Silly Old Bear Designer Paper. #167616. I also used the Word Labels to cut out the image from DSP.

Here is another take on this weeks card sketch. Incase you missed it, you can find the sketch here: https://www.stampwithkimberly.com/post/card-sketch-13 For this card I added an extra layer under the DSP that is 5" x 3-3/4" I used the Toadstool Bundle that is on Last Chance right now. It has a coordinating punch in this Bundle, and is a lot of fun to create fast projects with.

Details: *Base- 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" Score at 4-1/4 *DSP-4-1/2" x 3-1/4" Cut in half (portrait) at 1-5/8" *Flip and cut 1-5/8" off each piece. For this card I used the card sketch, then I brought in Capturing Smiles as a focal point. There are so many ways that you can use this sketch. What will you make with it?

Give this weeks sketch a try. I will post a few sample of what I made. You can go so many different directions with this one. -Use the same side of the DSP -Flip 2 pieces of DSP over to mix patterns -Put a cardstock layer behind DSP -Flip card horizontal

For this card sketch I stuck with the basic design on the sketch, but I did a little technique, blending the Irresistibly Yours Designer Specialty Paper with blending brushes to give it that WOW! If you have never used this fun paper before, look for it to become available again, and grab some! I went with patriotic colors since July is creeping up on us. The details on the starts make these so fun to work with. This card can be used for any Celebration! Graduation, July 4th,

It starts with a sketch, and ends with a beautiful design that would be perfect for a masculine card. I love the earthy colors, and feel to this one. The sprigs are carefree, and add the right amount for a focal point. The Designer paper has texture, and character. I added vellum to one of the cards to make it a little lighter. The strips being slanted adds interest I think. I hope you like this one. To see the original sketch visit here: Gallery To see how this one comes to

The ants go marching one by one hurrah hurrah.... Come on, you know you were signing along! :) These cute little bugs haven't been showcased enough, so I thought it was time to bring them out! What is cuter than marching ants! I kept this one simple by fussy cutting the Designer paper, to get all my images. I love both sentiments, Sending my love, and I'm here for you. Who wouldn't want that reminder! And I think the cute bugs will put a smile on their face also. To see the s

This week's card sketch is proof that you don't need a complicated design to create something beautiful! The sketch features a standard A2 card base with a single focal layer and a simple banner element. The banner can be used for a sentiment, a decorative accent, or both. That makes this sketch incredibly versatile. Sketches provide a starting point while still leaving room for creativity. Whether you prefer clean and simple cards or enjoy adding extra layers and embellishme

This sketch is a really easy one. I showed you below how you are able to start simple, but "step it up" to your level of comfort. This is also the last day to get Product of the Month, BERRY BOTANICAL VELLUM 12" X 12" for May (if it sells out) and also the last day to sign up for the awesome Starter Kit Special. Contact me if interested, or if you have questions! To Join my team: https://www.stampinup.com/join?demoid=2079131 Below is the progression for starting basic, and st