Jaded Blossom April 2026 Challenge: SYMPATHY

Happy April friends! It's the first Sunday of the month, and that means we have a brand new challenge at Jaded Blossom.

For the month of April, our challenge is:

SYMPATHY

(must use at least one Jaded Blossom Product)

 
Challenge Guidelines: 

1) Project must be new for this challenge, no back linking

2) Project must have a Jaded Blossom stamp, die, or stencil somewhere on it. 

3) Only one entry per person

4) Add your card to the Facebook April 2026 Challenge Album by Saturday, 05/02/2026

You don't have to have a blog to play along! You can upload your card to the Challenge Album in the Jaded Blossom's Garden of Creativity Facebook Group. 

Click on "Media" > "Albums". Find the challenge album for the month and click on it. Then click "Add Photos". After you upload your card to the challenge album, refresh your page, and leave a comment under your card for it to show up on the Discussion page.

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Even though in life we have to deal with losing loved ones, I struggle making Sympathy cards. Usually I buy them because I honestly don't own very many sympathy stamp sets. I decided to pull out this Lavender Stamp Set that I've owned for a while, but haven't inked up yet. I stamped the flowers using Distress Oxide Ink and Memento Ink onto wet watercolor paper.

 

 

Then I sprinkled some Lindy's Magical Powder over the card and spritzed with water. The sentiment is from Thinking Of You Stamp Set. 

 

I have a bonus sympathy card to share using the Lilies Stamp Set. This stamp set is actually retired, but I didn't realize that until after I made the card. So, if you already own this set, here is some additional inspiration.

 

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This month's prize for a randomly selected winner is:

 

We hope you play along in our monthly challenge for a chance to win a $20 Gift Certificate to the Jaded Blossom Store! Be sure to check out the Jaded Blossom Store to grab all your favorite products! They also have various Cutting Dies to make party favors along with Favor Bags and Boxes.

 

Hugs, 

Rosie

Stamping Bella: ROSIE AND BERNIE THE UNICORN

Happy Saturday friends! I'm back today with this magical card for Stamping Bella featuring Rosie and Bernie the Unicorn Digital Stamp Set! The entire Rosie and Bernie series of digital stamps is my favorite because my nickname is Rosie and I LOVE unicorns! When this series came out in rubber form years ago, I purchased almost all of them. I even took my own "Bernie" on holiday with us exploring Switzerland, Rome, and Slovenia (see photo below)!

 

I printed the image on Copic Xpress It Blending Card and colored it with Copic Markers. I paper-pieced her dress so it coordinated with the paper at the top of the card. To give Bernie some sparkle, I added Star Dust Stickles to his horn. The stars and dots on Bernie were added using gel pens. I fussy cut the image out with scissors so I could raise it on foam tape. 

 

I printed the sentiment directly to the cardstock. The patterned paper is from an older The Paper Studio paper pad called Cotton Candy and Co (Hobby Lobby). The angled scallop border was created using an old My Favorite Things border die.

 

I'll be coloring up more of Rosie and Bernie over the next several weeks. Like I said, they are some of my fave images!

 

Here is a picture of me, my hubby, my son, and "Bernie" that we took on our 2018 summer trip to Slovenia.

 

 

Be sure to head over to the Stamping Bella Store and grab your faves. They carry both rubber stamps and digis! Stay tuned, because a new stamp and digi release will be coming soon! 

Hugs,

Rosie

Jaded Blossom: I MISS YOUR CUTE BUTT

Happy Friday everyone! I just realized Easter is this Sunday which inspired me to pull out the Sweet Bunnies Stamp Set with Outline Dies. Originally I was going to use one of the bunnies in the stamp set for my card, but when I saw the "I Miss Your Cute Butt" sentiment, I knew I had to create a bunny booty using dies, LOL!  

For the bunny body, I cut a circle using the Stitched Circle Dies, and added the bunny feet from Gnome Friends: Bunny Dies. I glued a white/pink sparkle pom pom on for the tail. Then I added the bunny butt to an action wobble so it shakes! How fun is that?!!

The green paper was cut out using the Scallop Circle Dies. I used the Stitched Flower Card Mat Die on the striped patterned paper. The circle panel and the sentiment from Sweet Bunnies is raised on foam tape for extra dimension.

Don't forget, we have an ANYTHING GOES challenge going on right now until April 4th in the Jaded Blossom Facebook Group for a chance to win a $20 Jaded Blossom gift certificate. 

Have a great weekend!

Rosie

I Am Roses + Conie Fong's Yeti Heart Balloon

Happy Tuesday friends! Today, I'm showcasing a card for I Am Roses featuring this adorable yeti from Conie Fong's Yeti Bundle. I am in LOVE with all of the yetis in this bundle! And, who says yeti's have to be a certain color? I decided for this one I wanted a purple/pink combo! 

I printed the image on Copic Xpress It Blending Card, and colored it with Copic Markers. The sentiment is from Jaded Blossom.

Copics:
Pink: R81, R83, R85
Purple: V12, V15, V17, BV08
Red: R24, R27, R29, R39

To finish off the card, I added gorgeous flowers from I Am Roses. The large flowers are R43 purple peonies, followed by S3 pink cherry blossoms, LY3-15 white mini lilies, S10m purple achillea cottage flowers, and tiny pink edge on green roses leaves.

 

Remember, you have until April 8th to link up your project on the IAR Blog. Be sure to use a minimum of 3 I Am Roses products on your card to qualify for a prize. I can't wait to see what you make!

Hugs,

Rosie

Conie Fong: BEE WITH HEART

Happy Monday friends! I'm back today with a card using one of my favorite Conie Fong's digital stamps called BEE WITH HEART. I think this bee is just the sweetest, and can be used for so many different occasions. 

I printed the image on Copic Xpress It Blending Card, and colored it with Copic Markers. 

Copics:
Yellow: Y11, Y21, YR21, YR23
Black: C5, C7, C8, Black
Pink: R81, R83, R85
Wings: BG000, BG10 

I inked up the circle edges with some Distress Oxide Ink. The black scallop circle border, tag die, and sentiment are all from Jaded Blossom. 

The cute patterned paper is from Doodlebug Design Bee Happy 6x8 Paper Pad. I raised the sentiment on foam tape for extra dimension.

I hope you grab some images from Conie Fong and share your creations in the Conie Fong Art and Design Facebook Group. Conie also created a YouTube Channel called DRAW WITH CONIE to walk you step-by-step on how to draw various images. If you happen to give drawing a try, we would love for you to join the Draw With Conie Facebook Group so we can Ooooh and Aaaaah over your work!

Hugs,
Rosie

Stamping Bella: COFFEE because Adulting is HARD!

Happy Sunday everyone! I have some exciting news! One of my favorite stamp/digi companies is Stamping Bella. Recently, I was asked to join their Digital Stamp Team! I can't even put into words the pure joy I felt being asked to join this awesome company! You can read the announcement HERE. 

 

For my first card, I used COFFEEABELLA Digital Stamp because I LOVE and NEED coffee to function, haha! I printed the image and sentiment on Copic Xpress It Blending Card, and colored her with Copic markers. Two great things about digital stamps is that you get them immediately once purchased, and you can print them any size you want.

Copics:

Skin: E000, E00, E01, E11, E13
Hair: E23, E44, E47, E49
Peach: R01, R02, R05
Mint: BG10, BG11, BG32, BG34
Tan Shoes/Bag: E31, E33, E35
Green: YG67, G46, G29
Chair Legs: E25, E27, E29

I used some coordinating digital patterned paper I bought off Etsy years ago. Unfortunately, the shop I bought the paper from is taking a break, but you can find other awesome coffee digital paper packs by searching "coffee digital paper". I am loving the peach/teal color combo. The scallop rectangle die is from Jaded Blossom. 

Be sure to head over to the Stamping Bella Store and grab your faves. They carry both rubber stamps and digis! Stay tuned, because a new stamp and digi release will be coming soon! 

Have a great Sunday!

Rosie

Jaded Blossom: Life Is Better With EWE In It!

Happy Friday everyone! I am so in love with the sheep release from Jaded Blossom so I'm back again today with another card featuring these products from March's Release: Gnome Friends: Sheep Dies, Sheep Faces Stamp Set, and Wool Done Stamp Set. 

I cut yellow patterned paper using the Photo Frame Die to corral these sheep. The paper is from Doodlebug Design Down On The Farm 6x6 Paper Pad. 
 

I mean seriously, how can you not giggle when you see this trio? LOL! Jaded Blossom nailed it with the various expressions in the Sheep Faces Stamp Set.

Don't forget, we have an ANYTHING GOES challenge going on right now until April 4th in the Jaded Blossom Facebook Group for a chance to win a $20 Jaded Blossom gift certificate. 

Have a great weekend!

Rosie

The Greeting Farm March 2026 Stamp Feature Day 3: CAT MOM ANYA

Happy Wednesday friends! We are on our last day of Stamp Features for the March 2026 New Release at The Greeting Farm. This month, TGF introduced three new stamp sets which are all available now for purchase. Joni and I are on the Blog this week showcasing the new release. 

Today's set called CAT MOM ANYA captures the special bond between a cat mom and her furry companion. Purrfect for cat lovers, this set also includes playful elements like a curious kitten, a cozy cat condo, a fish, yarn ball, and heart. Whether you're creating something for a fellow cat lover or celebrating your own furry family member, Cat Mom Anya brings warmth, cuteness, and a little bit of purr-sonality to every project.  

To create the scene, I used patterned paper. I colored the images with Copic Markers and fussy cut them out. I raised some of the images with foam tape for extra dimension. 

Instead of a blog hop every month, we are having challenges in The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to The Greeting Farm Store. The challenges start on the 15th of each month and run until the 14th of the next month so you have several weeks to work on your project. The challenge for March is: ADD SOME GREEN. To enter, upload your card to the Challenge Album in The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group (challenge rules will be shown under the Album). 

Be sure to head over to The Greeting Farm Store to grab your favorites. You're going to LOVE them all! And please join The Greeting Farm Fan Page to share your creations. We can't wait to see what you make for the new challenge! 

Hugs,
Rosie

The Greeting Farm March 2026 Stamp Feature Day 2: BOOKISH KIDS

Happy Tuesday friends! We are on Day 2 of Stamp Features for the March 2026 New Release at The Greeting Farm. This month, TGF introduced three new stamp sets which are all available now for purchase. Joni and I are on the Blog this week showcasing the new release. 

Celebrate the joy of learning with the BOOKISH KIDS Stamp Set. This set features two sweet students ready for a day of reading, studying, and school adventures. It's perfect for classroom-themed cards, teacher gifts, and encouragement projects. Whether you're celebrating back-to-school, honoring a great teacher, or cheering on a hardworking student, this charming set is sure to inspire smiles and creativity! 

I created the background scene using an AI program. I colored each image using Copic Markers and fussy cut them out. The boy and girl are raised on foam tape for extra dimension.

Instead of a blog hop every month, we are having challenges in The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to The Greeting Farm Store. The challenges start on the 15th of each month and run until the 14th of the next month so you have several weeks to work on your project. The challenge for March is: ADD SOME GREEN. To enter, upload your card to the Challenge Album in The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group (challenge rules will be shown under the Album). 

Be sure to head over to The Greeting Farm Store to grab your favorites. You're going to LOVE them all! And please join The Greeting Farm Fan Page to share your creations. See you back here tomorrow for Day 3 of Stamp Features! 

Hugs,
Rosie

The Greeting Farm March 2026 Stamp Feature Day 1: BE CAPPY

Happy Monday friends! We are on Day 1 of Stamp Features for the March 2026 New Release at The Greeting Farm. This month, TGF introduced three new stamp sets which are all available now for purchase. Joni and I are on the Blog this week showcasing the new release. 

Today, I am featuring BE CAPPY, an adorable stamp set featuring five relaxed and playful capybaras enjoying life in the cutest ways! Each cappy has its own personality from lounging peacefully among flowers, to floating with a cool drink, to frolicking in the fields, to cuddling up with sweet treats. This set is perfect for creating uplifting cards, scrapbook pages, and happy mail.  

I created the background scene using an AI program, printed it out, and adhered it to a 5.5" x 7" card base. I probably could have gotten away with the standard 5 x 7, but it would have been a little more cramped.

I stamped the capybaras on kraft cardstock, and colored the nose area and feet with Copic markers. The rest of the capybara image was colored with colored pencils. There is definitely a learning curve with pencils, and I need more practice! 

The falling leaves, heart, strawberries and flowers at the bottom of the card were stamped on Xpress It Coloring Card, and colored with Copic Markers. I fussy cut each stamped image, and glued them flat to the card. There's no foam tape raising any of the images....shocking, I know, haha!

Instead of a blog hop every month, we are having challenges in The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to The Greeting Farm Store. The challenges start on the 15th of each month and run until the 14th of the next month so you have several weeks to work on your project. The challenge for March is: ADD SOME GREEN. To enter, upload your card to the Challenge Album in The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group (challenge rules will be shown under the Album). 

Be sure to head over to The Greeting Farm Store to grab your favorites. You're going to LOVE them all! And please join The Greeting Farm Fan Page to share your creations. See you back here tomorrow for Day 2 of Stamp Features! 

Hugs,
Rosie

I Am Roses March 2026 Challenge: ANYTHING GOES!

It's the 15th of the month, and we have a brand new I Am Roses ANYTHING GOES Challenge!

Here is the breakdown for the $30 Prize requirement:

(5) Participants = (2) WINNERS

(10) Participants = (3) WINNERS 

(15) Participants = (4) WINNERS 

(16+) Participants = (5) WINNERS 

**Only 1 submission per Person will be taken*

Please tell your friends and share this challenge. We would love to see more projects from everyone!

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I have several card kits in my stash from Diamond Press and decided to put together a slimline card featuring a gold HELLO sentiment. I love that their card kits come with card bases, ephemera, sentiments, along with a load of other embellishments!

 

I layered a bunch of I Am Roses flowers along the edge and at the bottom of the bird ephemera. There is a pink floral spray along the side, along with a R43 pink peony to fill the bottom. Intertwined thorough out are little lilies, cherry blossoms, and small achillea cottage flowers.

 

 

I found some pearl sprays in my stash, and some tiny butterflies.

 

 

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Here is the current prize structure!!

(5) Participants = (2) WINNERS

(10) Participants = (3) WINNERS 

(15) Participants = (4) WINNERS 

(16+) Participants = (5) WINNERS 

**Only 1 submission per Person will be taken*

Isn't it fantastic!! If that's not motivation to enter then we don't know what is. I can't wait to see your creations using I Am Roses Flowers.

 

March 2026 IAR Challenge

*Contest Details/Rules:

• Contest runs March 15th - April 8th (Ends 11:59PM PST)
• Theme: "Anything Goes"
• Minimum (3) I Am Roses Products
• One project submission per participant (no multiple projects by one creator)
• Up to 5 winners chosen
• Participants will upload their project to their blog or forum, Label it “Mar IAR Challenge”
• Participants will add a direct link to their project using the InLinkz tool provided. (*if you are unable to use the tool, leave a comment to this blog post and leave a direct link to your project)
• Must Subscribe/or be a Follower of the IAR Challenge Blog
• Winners will be announced next month on the 15th
  
  
  Prize Requirements:

  
  

  (5) Participants = (2) WINNERS

  (10) Participants = (3) WINNERS 

  (15) Participants = (4) WINNERS 

  (16+) Participants = (5) WINNERS 

  
  

  **Only 1 submission per Person will be taken*

  
  
  Prizes up for grabs:
  
  
  $30 Voucher

Remember, you have until April 8th to link up your project on the IAR Blog. Be sure to use a minimum of 3 I Am Roses products on your card to qualify for a prize. I can't wait to see what you make!

Hugs,

Rosie

Jaded Blossom March 2026 New Release BLOG HOP!

Happy Thursday friends! It's time for the Jaded Blossom March 2026 New Release Blog Hop! All new items are NOW available for purchase! Click HERE to shop. If you're here from Jamie's Blog then you're in the right place. If you're just passing through, please start at the beginning because you don't want to miss a thing. I have the complete blog hop line-up at the bottom of this post.

Today, I created a card using almost all of the new products from this release. This scene includes Gnome Friends: Sheep Dies, Sheep Faces Stamp Set, Wool Done Stamp Set, Potted Plants Dies, and Stitched Flower Card Mat Die.   

I used the Stitched Arch Dies to create the window, and raised parts of the scene along with the potted plant on foam tape for extra dimension.

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And of course we have to have a deal for you right?

This week only you can get the entire release package for $135.99

Regular Price for the Release Package is $146.99

FREEBIE OFFER: Tulip Stencil

1) Free with orders $50 or more (before tax/shipping)

2) Order MUST contain at least 1 new release item

3) Freebie offer is 3/5-3/6 Only, while supplies last (automatically included with all March Release Package purchases)

Now on to the HOP....

Just in case you get lost here is the Entire Line Up:

Amanda
Lee-Ann
Cynthia

Cindy

Jamie
Rosemary