Turtley Adorable Handmade Cards with the New Stampin’ Up! Suite

Shell yeah! I’ve got two “turtley” awesome cards to share with you today using the brand new Turtley Cute Suite from the upcoming Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog. These sweet little turtles totally stole my heart—and I have a feeling they’re going to steal yours too.

Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned paper crafter, these card ideas are easy to follow, full of charm, and sure to bring smiles. Plus, you’ll get a sneak peek at some must-have products coming soon to the Stampin’ Up! collection!

Shell-ebrate the Techniques

One thing I love about these cards is how they use the Turtle-y Cute Designer Series Paper in creative ways. Both designs share techniques that are perfect for adding personality and storytelling to your handmade cards.

Shell-Inspired Triple Time Card

For the first card, I wanted to create the feel of a real turtle shell. I used the Triple Time Technique with a shell-patterned paper and added layers using the Meant to Bee Dies—those hexagons are just perfect for this idea! To really make it pop, I used Black Dimensionals for added depth. It’s simple to create, but the effect is turtle-ly eye-catching.

Turtle Picnic Birthday Card

This second card tells a fun little story using elements straight from the Turtle-y Cute Designer Series Paper. Some of the designs are just begging to be cut apart and layered into scenes—like a picnic with turtles, balloons, and ice cream! (Yes, it’s as adorable as it sounds.) One of my favorite features is a coordinating die that actually cuts a turtle’s arm to hold accessories like a cone or a flower. How shell-ightful is that?

How to Make These Cards

I’ve put together a detailed step-by-step PDF tutorial along with a complete supply list to make crafting these cards super easy. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned paper crafter, you’ll love how simple it is to recreate this design!

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Triple Time Technique

I used the Triple Technique for the shell card. If you aren’t familiar with this technique, here’s a video from a previous class.

Supplies I used

Spotlight on the Turtley Cute Suite

This suite is packed with goodies for any card maker or Stampin’ Up! demonstrator looking to create lighthearted, joyful cards. Here’s what’s in the Turtley Cute Suite:

Turtle-y Awesome Stamp Set & Dies Bundle
Turtle-y Cute Designer Series Paper
Turtle Textures Embossing Folder (perfect for shell effects!)
Shaded Spruce & Soft Sea Foam Ribbon Combo Pack
Shades of Green Hexagon Embellishments

It’s an easy set to mix, match, and play with. Whether you’re crafting for a birthday, a hello card, or just something to make someone smile, this suite has everything you need to get your flippers moving!

Don’t Miss the Pre-Order!

Pre-order starts TOMORROW for Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators! That means if you’re a demonstrator (or you’ve been thinking about joining), you can get your hands on these turtle treasures early. They’re also available as part of your Starter Kit starting tomorrow.

Request a hard copy of the new catalog here
Watch my Stampin’ Scoop video for a full preview

Learn more about the Demo Kit Deal and get these products early

See more about this suite and more new products coming here.

More Shell-abrations to Come

This is just the beginning of the turtle-y fun! I’ll be sharing more card tutorials, inspiration, and sneak peeks using new products from the catalog in the coming weeks. Be sure to follow along so you don’t miss a thing!