BUTTERFLY KISSES SPRING CARDS | with Niella

Happy Friday crafty crew! Thank you for popping by today.  Hope you had fun last weekend with our giveaways and challenges to celebrate iNSD2026! And a sneak peak of our new collection Color Me Crafty! It is everything fun, colorful and crafty!  I was so inspired to create quick and fast projects and there is nothing better than feeling so proud of ones little art works to gift! One of my favorite collections is this one as it's super adorable! Butterfly Kisses! Stay tuned until the end for my video showcase of my three greeting cards!

Using three of the six cards from the Spring Assortment cards & envelopes pack, I started each card with a base of patterned paper and built my way upwards to the front.  Yes, I used a Doodle-Pop as an accent for each card.  How hard is it to use up your hoard!  If it's hard for you, I totally understand :-) You're definitely not the only one.

I love the dimension on each card.  I've used my ever faithful foam rectangles and pop dots to help add that needed 3D feel.  With Doodle-Pops you just know they'll already bring that joy as they are already so layered and fun! How cute is the froggy, the rainbow with florals and that adorable tea cup with a sweet bouquet of flowers.  Pure joy!

My favorite idea is to use the icon stickers as ephemera. Especially as I like the size of each.  There is just so much cuteness to each little face and how darling to have Sprinkles here and there to add to the scene! Every Doodlebug collection has all the best matching pieces, it is so fun to create with!  I've used the word stickers from the This & That 12x12 sticker sheet.  This product never disappoints with all the options you have on every sheet! From the mini words to the tabs and more!

Once each card is finished, I tie off some matching Doodle-Twine for that final touch! Twine seals the deal for me on my cards, tags and bookmarks!  It's that subtle touch that gives dimension and texture.  And with all the twine colors, you will never be short on options! 

Thank you again for visiting crafty crew! I hope you found some inspiration today! Please remember to tag Doodlebug Design in your Socials when you create with our products so we can all admire your creativity! We love seeing your creations! Until next time; doodle dee!  Enjoy my video showcase!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8804 Spring assortment cards & envelopes

8806 icons cardstock stickers

8807 this & that cardstock stickers

8810 happy hoppers patterned paper

8814 rainbow garden patterned paper

8817 mushroom meadow patterned paper

8819 garden gingham patterned paper

8156 hello again sprinkles

8776 cup of cheer doodle-pop

8783 rainbow garden doodle-pop

8782 hoppy to see you doodle-pop

2986 cupcake doodle twine

2989 tangerine doodle twine

3208 bumblebee doodle twine

8823 butterfly kisses solid assortment textured cardstock

OTHER

8804 Spring assortment cards & envelopes 

foam rectangles & dots

 

BUTTERFLY KISSES JUST BECAUSE CARDS | with Karen

This weekend, we celebrate Mother's Day here in Canada. But there are lots of reasons why that holiday might be challenging for some people. So one of the things that I like to do on this particular weekend each year is to think about all the women in my life that are having a positive impact on my life - regardless of their title - and acknowledge them in some way.

Now you might argue that I am just using that as an excuse to make more cards because you know I love to make cards! You wouldn't be entirely wrong - I do LOVE to make cards. But how wonderful is it to have a stash ready to go when you just want to reach out and "thank-you" to someone special to you - this weekend or another time?

For this set, I started with a perfect standby - the Spring Cards & Envelopes pack - and teamed it up with some beautiful paper from the 6X8 Butterfly Kisses paper pad. I simply cut a couple of different patterns for each card, layering them and then adding a simple faux stitch border with a black pen to finish the edges.

From there, I actually added some adorable sentiments from one of my favourite products - the Butterfly Kisses Puffy Word stickers. Normally the sentiment is the last part that I put on my cards, but because these sentiments are so bold, they really are the focal point. Placing them first allows me to work around them with embellishments.

Speaking of embellishments, the Butterfly Kisses Odds & Ends die cut pack is filled with the sweetest icons, characters and shapes. I had no trouble finding the perfect shapes to use around the sentiments. On most of them, I used foam adhesive to add a bit more dimension on the cards. By popping them up a bit, you get a little shadow that just create a little more interest!

I can't wait to share these cards this week. I hope you have some time to share one of your creations with someone you love too!  Thanks for stopping by! Hugs,

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

8805 butterfly kisses 6x8 paper pad

8801 butterfly kisses odds & ends

8788 butterfly kisses puffy words

8804 spring cards & envelopes

6717 tangerine assortment mini jewels

6715 bubblegum assortment mini jewels

OTHER

white cardstock

adhesive

LUCKY ME POP UP CARDS | with Kathy

Sitting here waiting for the latest blizzard to hit, I can't stop thinking about spring!  The Lucky Me collection is perfect for the season, with it's bright, happy colors and pretty patterns! It's helping me deal with the forecasted 24" of snow! I decided to make some 3D pop up cards for my first project, Take a peek... 

For my first card, I chose to feature the Bunch of Luck Doodle Cuts.  I love the look of the bouquet of flowers on the packaging, and tried to recreate it in a 3D Card.  The base of my card was made with some Lily White Textured Cardstock and some Pop Up Platform dies from my stash.  I cut the flowers from a variety of papers including some from the 6x8 pad and some from the coordinating Petite Prints pack.

To make the flowers look free-standing, I adhered them to pieces of acetate in a staggard manner so they looked like a bouquet.  The sentiment was done using the tag die from this set and the hello die from the You Are My Sunshine Doodle Cuts.

My second card features the dies from the You are My Sunshine Doodle Cuts.  I love a rainbow!  I pieced it together with some coordinating petite prints and papers from the collection. 

I love the SUNSHINE letters in the set!  With the outline cut, they're so fun!  The little heart is from the Bubblegum Heart Puffy Shapes.

How cute is that little sun peeking up from behind the rainbow?  The Lucky Me collection is in stores now!  Don't forget to tag Doodlebug Design on Socials if you create with the collection.  We love to see your projects.  That's it for me today, thank you for stopping by to peek!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

9032 you are my sunshine doodle cuts
9033 bunch of luck doodle cuts

9048 lucky me - textured cardstock assortment pack
9047 lucky me - petite prints assortment pack
9036 lucky me - 6” x 8” cardstock paper pad
9044 rainbow skies - double-sided cardstock

7708 bubblegum - heart puffy shapes
8093 bubblegum - plaid-polka dot petite prints cardstock

8078 citrus - candy stripe-sprinkles petite prints cardstock

6122 swimming pool - dot-stripe petite prints cardstock
5434 limeade - gingham-linen petite prints cardstock
5437 swimming pool gingham-linen petite prints cardstock
8378 clear heavyweight acetate

OTHER

Platform pop up card dies
Sizzix Big Shot

Pop Dots

Adhesie

BEE HAPPY CUTE CARDS | with Karen

Sometimes I sit down at my crafty table and I just can't bee-lieve my luck. I mean, how many people get a chance to regularly work with the cutest products on the market? The new Bee Happy mini collection from Doodlebug is un-bee-lieaveably adorable. And if you are lucky like me and a get a chance to craft with it, you will bee smiling from ear to ear the whole time!

Okay, enough with the puns - let's get serious! :) For my first project, I decided to whip up some cards. Using some Doodlebug Cards and Envelopes for the base, I grabbed some of my favourite patterns from the 6x8 patterned paper to form a little frame.

Then I chose some adorable die cuts from the All the Things pack for the focal point on each. I couldn't resist featuring bees on each of these cards, but there are so many designs that you could try a number of different themes (but let's bee real - if you don't loves the bees as much as I do, we cannot be friends).

I also added a little sentiment from the same die cut pack. There a bunch of different ones to work with for a variety of occasions. A couple of mini paper clips and some coordinating sprinkles and these cards are ready for their debut.

I mean, come on - how cute is that face? Don't bee afraid to play with layers here. Some well placed foam adhesive and a little bend on the wings can really make the dies cute pop off of the card!

And that's it! A set of cards that can bee the reason someone smiles today - if you're willing to give them away, that is (I won't judge). Now I really am done with the puns! Thanks for stopping by! Hugs,

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

Bee Happy Collection
Cards and Envelopes
Mini Paper Clips

BERRY SWEET CARDS AND TAGS | with Tya

I had a great time crafting a set of handmade cards and tags using the Berry Sweet collection. With its bright colors, happy strawberries, and cheerful critters, this collection practically crafts itself. Let’s take a closer look at each piece and what I used to create it.

Card 1: Home Sweet Home:

This charming card features the cutest pink house die cut from the All the Things pack. I layered it over a red doily and a patterned circle from the 6x8 Paper Pad. A “Home Sweet Home” sentiment banner and a playful mouse from the Icon Stickers bring extra charm. I finished it off with a bow made from Doodle Twine and a few enamel dots for added texture.

Card 2: So Happy Together

I used layered rectangles of some of my favorite papers from the 6x8 Paper Pad to frame the adorable strawberry couple (from the All the Things ephemera). The “So Happy Together” card is actually a 3x4 cut-apart piece, and a little bird and daisy sticker from the Icon Stickers add sweet final touches.

Card 3: Love You Cupcake Tags

This card is actually two tags mounted onto a card base—each one featuring a cupcake topped with a strawberry and florals from the All the Things die cuts. I added a scalloped border sticker, from the This and That stickers, yellow Doodle Twine, and those irresistible mice from the Puffy Stickers. The “love you” sentiment is layered over a green polka dot paper and pink strawberry paper for extra sweetness.

Card 4: Just for You Berry Truck

The blue gingham berry truck from All the Things steals the show here! I used floral and red dot papers from the 6x8 Paper Pad, and the red polka dot strip grounds the design. A cute mouse reaches for a strawberry in the back of the truck, and a “Just for You” banner finishes it off. A bit of yellow Doodle Twine wraps it all up!

Card 5: Berry Best Friends Grid Card

I created a 4-square grid on a red polka dot background to showcase four different berry-themed scenes from the All the Things and Icon Stickers. There’s a berry basket, a teacup filled with fruit, and the sweetest little mouse. A “Berry Best Friends” banner and hearts from the All the Things complete this playful card. 

I also made 4 tags with some large white tags from my stash. I love making tags because I love playing with all the layers and all of the embellishments with the Berry Sweet collection. 

Here are some brief descriptions of each of  the tags:

Tag 1: Hello Berry Basket Prize Ribbon:

This tag features a crepe paper rosette base layered over a pink tag from the Tag Paper. I used crepe paper for added dimension, a green polka dot paper tail, and a “hello” sentiment from the All the Things. The smiling berry basket from the This and That stickers sits center stage.

Tag 2: Life is Sweet Basket Tag

A mint Berry Basket Doodle pop layered over bold strawberry patterned paper sets the tone here. I used a pink crepe paper ruffle along the bottom, layered hearts, and a “Life is Sweet” sentiment sticker. This tag screams summer!

Tag 3: The Good Life Lemonade Tag

Pink plaid and bright florals make this tag the perfect background for the adorable lemonade pitcher and glass from the All the Things.  I layered up one of the This and That stickers with the die cuts that matched for some added dimension. I added a “The Good Life” sentiment strip and a few hearts and strawberries for that fruity pop.

Tag 4: Sweet Memories Mouse Tag

This tag features a layered floral tag for the base with the cutest mouse holding a strawberry. I also added a front-facing bicycle die cut for some depth. The “Sweet Memories” oval sentiment finishes it off, with some enamel dots for a little shine.

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope these Berry Sweet cards and tags brightened your day and gave you a little inspiration to dive into this adorable collection. Whether you’re making tags, cards, or anything in between, this collection is full of juicy, joy-filled possibilities.

Go grab some strawberries (and maybe a few stickers) and get crafty! See you next time! 

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

Berry Sweet Collection

Bumblebee Doodle Twine

OTHER

White Tags

Pink Crepe Paper

BUTTERFLY KISSES DOUBLE Z-FOLD CARDS | with Tya

Hello crafty friends! Today, I am sharing a fun design team project featuring the absolutely adorable Butterfly Kisses collection. I also feature 3 of my favorite things - fun fold cards, Doodle-pops, and the new Puffy Words stickers. Today, I will be showing you these six cute Double Z fold cards that were a breeze to put together! Let's Go!!!

I used the new 6x8 paper pad, some Textured Cardstock, then lots of Doodle-pops, twine, and like I said, the new Puffy Words stickers. These products are a card maker's dream come true, and make putting these together a breeze! 

Take a look at how cute the Puffy Word stickers fit perfectly on this little hidden sentiment section when you open up the front of the card! Too cute! 

Here are the six cards that I made. As you can see, each of the front panels is decorated a little differently based on the theme of the Doodle-pop. I also used two scallop rectangle dies to mount some of my Doodle-oops on, as well as the Puffy Words. 

I added a bit of yellow ink on some of my panels to make the Doodle-pops pop a bit more and not look so flat against the white panel. On these 2 cards, I did add some die cuts from the Bits and Pieces and Chit Chat ephemera.

On a couple of the cards, I also pulled in some of the 3x4 cut-apart cards found on the Color-Fetti pattern paper. I mounted the matching Doodle-pop on the card. Make sure to check out those cut-apart cards- a lot of times, they match the size of the Doodle-pop perfectly! 

 Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope you're feeling inspired to create your own fun-filled cards using the adorable Butterfly Kisses collection. Don't be afraid to dig into those Doodlepops (I know we all hoard them lol! ) and use those Puffy Word stickers - they're seriously perfect for adding that extra bit of charm to your handmade cards.  Wishing you the happiest day, and I can't wait to see you all next time for more crafty fun! 

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

Butterfly Kisses Collection
 Butterfly Kisses Textured Cardstock
Doodle Twine

OTHER

Scallop Rectangle Die

BUTTERFLY KISSES CARDS | with Karen

When Doodlebug releases new product, I have been know to get pretty darn excited. And by excited, I mean gasping "ooooh" and "ahh" with a few squeals in there for good measure. I am always so excited by the new colour combinations and adorable icons that I just cannot help myself. Doodlebug makes great product!

The new Butterfly Kisses collection is no exception. So for my post today, I thought I would feature a couple of the products that got me squealing when I first saw them (and anyone on the design team can verify in case you don't believe me)!

This little card set is my first project up! As you can see, I am still a sucker for the Odds and Ends die cuts which so often make the primary focus of my cards.

But the first new product that had me squealing were the Puffy Words stickers. These sentiments are exactly what you would expect from Doodlebug - amazing fonts and colours - but PUFFY!!!! Yup - these are a card maker's dream but will also be perfect on other projects too!

Next up for the squeals were this round of Shakers. Now this isn't a brand new product type, but the particular designs for this collection knocked me over! While I didn't use them in a shaker design for these cards, I decided to glue them on individually on the front of the cards as an embellishment (actually, I glued a couple inside too). They are so easy to work with and I love the dimension they add. And those frogs and mushrooms - COME ON!!!! Adorable!

The last product I wanted to feature is the new 6X8 patterned paper. At first, I didn't notice the new size, but let me tell you how much I love it! I typically make standard A2 cards, so each sheet can get me two pieces of background paper now. The size also opens up the possibility of new embellishments like the tags that I cut out here to put the sentiments on. And this paper is going to be PERFECT for the new 6X8 albums we recently featured here on the blog. This is a HUGE winner for me.

You know, it might be silly to get as excited as I do with new product, but I think we could all use a little more joy in our lives right now. And Doodlebug always brightens my day. I hope these cards brighten yours! Thanks for stopping by! Hugs,

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

Butterfly Kisses Collection
Puffy Words Stickers
Shakers - Butterfly Kisses and Garden Party

OTHER

White cardstock
Adhesive

AT THE ZOO DOUBLE SLIDER CARDS | with Kathy

I was so excited to get to play with the At the Zoo Collection.  This is one of my all time favorite Doodlebug Collections!  I didn't have any zoo pics to scrap, so I thought it would be fun to create some cute slider cards using the Icon Stickers and Odds & Ends. As you probably know, I love a good interactive card!   Take a peek.

Here is a look at the cards before the slider is pulled....

And here is after....

I love the little critters popping up from behind the trees!!  Here are a couple of close-ups...

For this card, I used both Icon and Mini Icon Stickers.  The stamped sentiments are from the Happy Birthday Doodle Stamps set and also from the Party Animal - Boy Doodle Stamps.

The second card also uses Odds & Ends and Icon Stickers.  I added some Matte Sprinkles to make the Coconuts pop up a bit.  The sentiment is from the Snow Much Fun Doodle Stamps.  I just love how you can mix and match Doodlebug Collections!

And because interactive cards are always more fun when you can see them in action, I created a short video of the cards so you can see how they work!

That's it for me today, thanks for stopping by to peek!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

At the Zoo Collection
Woodgrain Petite Prints
Happy Birthday Doodle Stamps
Snow Much Fun Doodle Stamps
Party Animal Boy Doodle Stamps

OTHER

Double Slider Surprise Dies
Stitched Rectangle Dies
Grassy Border Die
Distress Ink
Cloud Stencil
Black Ink