If you are looking for creative ways to craft with the Splash & Relax Bundle, you are going to love these four fun card designs! Because card sketches make designing so quick and easy, this collection comes together in no time.
Whether you are celebrating a birthday or just sending a happy “hello,” this design is as fun to assemble as it is to share. For our featured card, I picked a rich, vibrant shade of Timid Tiger as the main color, layering matching inner tubes alongside cute accent pieces like sunglasses and sunscreen. To soften the bold tones, I added a gentle touch of Bubble Bath right in the center—I just love how those two colors complement each other!
Watch the Video Tutorial
If you love seeing a project come to life step-by-step, I’ve got you covered! You can follow along with the step-by-step video tutorial below to see exactly how this card comes together from start to finish. Grab your favorite beverage, get comfortable in your craft space, and let’s craft together!
Card #2: Fun in the Sun 4″ x 4″ Square Card
Next, for our second project, we are cranking up the color! We are using a striking Azure Afternoon card base. This card features a unique 4″ x 4″ square format, which is such a fun break from standard card sizes. Also, it still fits inside Stampin’ Up! Medium Envelopes. So, no special postage is required!
This grid layout gives each cute accent its own little spot to shine. To really bring the design to life, I gathered a vivid palette of Timid Tiger, Coastal Cabana, Daffodil Delight, and Melon Mambo:
- First, the bright Daffodil Delight sunscreen tube sets a cheerful mood. It sits right next to the sentiment.
- Next, a frosty Melon Mambo drink adds a splash of fun. It features a Timid Tiger lid and Coastal Cabana sunglasses.
- Also, a pair of Coastal Cabana flip-flops brings a fresh element to the right panel.
- Finally, an Azure Afternoon inner tube rests at the bottom. It sits right next to a bright beach ball.
I love how swapping to a deep blue background makes every single die-cut icon pop off the card!
Want to learn more about using card sketches? If you enjoy this style of layout, be sure to check out my recent blog hop video! While it’s not an exact tutorial for this specific project, it gives you a lot more insight into how I use card sketches to map out designs and build paneled cards like this one. https://bit.ly/4g2dAQV
Card #3: Clean & Crisp Colorful Tubes
Also, for our third project, we are taking a clean approach. We are using a sturdy Basic White Thick Cardstock base. I added a layered panel of standard Basic White Cardstock on top. Because of this extra layer, the background stays seamless. Thus, those bright colors take center stage!
This card features the same vibrant color combination as Card #2, putting all those gorgeous Stampin’ Up! inks on full display:
- First, we have inner tubes in Daffodil Delight, Azure Afternoon, Melon Mambo, and Coastal Cabana. Plus, one tube features a fun two-tone combination!
- Next, a centered sentiment strip says, “It’s your day to make a splash.” It is stamped in rich Timid Tiger.
- Finally, the matching envelope flap features stamped tubes. Because of this, the whole package looks complete!
So, as you can see, a crisp white backdrop makes those cheerful colors feel very fresh and modern!
Card #4: Hello Sunshine Waves
Finally, for our last card, the textured water pattern creates the ultimate backdrop! Covering the entire card front with this pattern instantly sets the scene. Because the background is detailed, a large white die-cut circle pops as our main focal point.
I brought back our bright palette of Timid Tiger, Coastal Cabana, Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, and Azure Afternoon to fill the circle with a festive arrangement:
- First, the sentiment is stamped in rich Azure Afternoon ink.
- Next, cute flip-flops nestle at the top. Plus, they sit right next to a stylish Coastal Cabana visor!
- Also, an inner tube, sunglasses, a beach ball, and sunscreen wrap around the bottom edge.
- Finally, a few sparkling embellishments add that final touch of shine!
Which Card Is Your Favorite?
I hope these cheerful card designs give you plenty of inspiration for your next crafting session! It is so much fun to see how changing up the background colors and card shapes can completely transform the same stamp set and die collection.
Which card layout are you going to try first? Let me know in the comments below!
As always, remember to be kind, send a card, and do something creative today!
With love and polka dots,
Sally
Card Supplies
- Splash & Relax Bundle: https://bit.ly/45mDRTO
- Timid Tiger Cardstock: https://bit.ly/3TSuqJc
- Basic White Cardstock: http://bit.ly/2Xn105s
- Bubble Bath Cardstock: https://bit.ly/4wqUqZU
- 2025-2027 In Color 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper: https://bit.ly/3TMoAcp
- Timid Tiger Ink Pad: https://bit.ly/4bKwGsd
- Bubble Bath Ink Pad: https://bit.ly/47rcneg
Card Measurements
- Timid Tiger Cardstock: 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″; scrap for die cuts
- Bubble Bath Cardstock: scrap for die cuts
- Basic White Cardstock: 4 3/4″ x 2 1/4″; scrap for sentiment; whatever you need to stamp your images on
- DSP: 4″ x 5 1/4″
