Boy's Birthday Card

Hello crafty friends!

Today I’m on The Greeting Farm blog sharing a birthday card I created for my daughter’s friend. This little gamer boy has become my absolute go‑to image for boy cards — I just love this set! He’s from the GAMER COUPLE stamp set, and I paired him with one of the adorable kitties from HEHE KITTIES since he loves (and owns!) cats. (This stamp set is currently not in the store, but can be requested for a future Farmers Market using the Contact Page on the store site- HERE) 

It was the perfect combo for a personalized birthday card.

To create my card:

• I started with the background using several shades of Distress Oxide sprays. I misted Heavy Distress cardstock with water, then layered the inks until I got the look I wanted.
• I used a stitched frame die to cut out the background and added it to a yellow cardstock for some contrast. 

• Each image was stamped, colored with Copic markers, and die cut using my Scan & Cut.
• The big Happy birthday sentiment was die cut and added to the background. 
• All images were added with foam adhesive for some dimension. 

    

Thanks so much for stopping by today.

Hugs!

The Greeting Farm --- February Release and a new challenge

 

The February 2026 New Release is now available for purchase in The Greeting Farm Store! This month we introduced 3 new stamp sets. Our first stamp set called MONSTER HUGS features four mischievous, yet lovable creatures known for their jagged teeth and playful expressions. Next, we have PETS & KIDS, an adorable, feel-good set celebrating the sweet bond between kids and their favorite pets. Lastly, we have SCOOTING BY ANYA, a set perfect for friendship cards, hello cards, or sending words of encouragement. 

Instead of a blog hop every month, we are going to do challenges in The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to The Greeting Farm Store. You guys have asked for more challenges so we are giving you one every month! The challenges will 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 that fits the challenge theme.

Our first challenge of 2026 is a SKETCH CHALLENGE. 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).
(Click on "Media" > "Albums". Find the challenge album for the month and click on it. Click on "Add Photos". After you upload your card to the album, leave a comment under your card so it shows up on the Discussion page.)

For my card I used the darling MOnster Hugs set and follow the sketch!  

Check out the AMAZING cards from our Design Time featuring the new products along with the Sketch Challenge! Please leave them some love!

TGF Design Team:

Cynthia

Elisabete

Heather

We are so excited to see your take on this SKETCH! We will have more cards featuring the New Release from our Design Team Leaders starting on the 16th so be sure to stop by The Greeting Farm Blog to see more inspiration.

Happy Creating!

SCOOTING BY ANYA: The Greeting Farm February Preview Day 3

Hello TGF Friends!

Welcome back to the final day of February’s previews from The Greeting Farm!

Introducing: SCOOTING BY ANYA

Today I’m excited to share a cheerful scene featuring the adorable Scooting By Anya. She’s happily scooting along with a bright bouquet in hand, while her sweet little puppy friend joyfully follows beside her. This set includes two wonderful sentiments and plenty of tiny accessory images for building the cutest outdoor scenes.

Card Details:

•  I created a one layer card for a seamless, illustrated look.
• All main images were stamped and masked, then I added the bushes to form an outdoor path for Anya and her pup.
• The sentiment was stamped in black ink.
• Every element was colored with Copic markers, keeping the palette bright and playful.
• To finish, the panel was die cut with a wavy stitched border and adhered to coordinating pink patterned paper for a fun pop of color.

Be sure to visit the rest of the Design Team blogs for even more amazing creations using this sweet new set! And don’t forget to stop by on the 15th for the full release and the unveiling of the brand new TGF challenge.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Hugs!

PETS & KIDS: The Greeting Farm February Preview Day 2

Hello TGF Friends! 

Welcome back to our 2nd day of The Greeting Farm February’s previews! 

We’re so excited about this month’s launch—three AMAZING new clear stamp sets will be available on the 15th at 12am EST. And don’t forget, we’ve updated our prize format this year! Instead of a blog hop, we’re hosting monthly TGF Challenges inside The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group. Each challenge runs from the 15th to the 14th of the following month, giving you plenty of time to play along for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to The Greeting Farm Store. Be sure to join us on the 15th to see the very first challenge of the year!

Introducing: PETS & KIDS

Today’s preview is all about pure sweetness! This adorable set features two kiddos and a whole lineup of lovable animals—perfect for celebrating new pets, animal adoption, or simply spreading kindness and love.

Card Details:

• The two kids and the sentiment were stamped on cardstock. 

• The panel was then die-cut with a frayed stitched border and layered over a soft pink card base.

• All images were colored with Copic markers.

• The animals were stamped separately, die cut and added with foam adhesive for extra dimension.

• To finish the card, I added a few pastel enamel dots and hearts. 

Be sure to visit TGF blog to see all the beautiful creations from our DT members using this set!  

Come back tomorrow for our last day of sneak peaks!  

XOXO

MONSTER HUGS: The Greeting Farm February Preview Day 1

 Happy Wednesday, Farmers!

We’re kicking off  Day 1 of Previews for The Greeting Farm February 2026 Release, and we’re starting with something adorably monstrous! This month, we’re introducing three new clear stamp sets that will be available on the 15th at 12am EST.

We’re also shaking things up with our monthly prize format! Instead of a blog hop, we’ll now be hosting monthly challenges over in The Greeting Farm Fan Page Facebook Group. Each challenge will run from the 15th of the month through the 14th of the next, giving you plenty of time to create something magical for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to The Greeting Farm Store. Be sure to stop by on the 15th to see what our first challenge of the year will be!

Introducing… MONSTER HUGS!

These sweet little monsters are ready to bring smiles, giggles, and—of course—BIG monster hugs! Today’s card features three of these cuties all dressed up and ready to leap off the card with love.

Card Details:

• I created the background using a bubble stencil blended with soft pinks, greens, and browns of Distress Oxide Ink. 
• The panel was then die-cut with a stitched border and layered over a soft green card base.
• The sentiment “BIG Monster HUGS” was stamped in brown ink to coordinate with the color palette.
• Each monster was colored with Copic markers, die cut using my Scan & Cut, and popped up on foam adhesive for extra dimension.
• To finish the card, I added a few pastel enamel dots in the corner plus tiny stamped sparkles and hearts from the set. 

Be sure to visit The Greeting Farm blog to see the rest of the Design Team’s monster sized cuteness using this new set! And don’t forget—tomorrow we’ll be back with Day 2 of our sneak peeks.

Hugs!

Fun Is Where You Are - Valentine's Card

 It’s February and love is definitely in the air! I’m back on The Greeting Farm blog today with a sweet Valentine’s card featuring the adorable couple from the Forever With You stamp set.

To create the background, I used a splatter heart stencil and blended several shades of red and pink Distress Oxide inks. While the stencil was still in place, I added a light mist of Mica Distress Oxide spray for a soft shimmer that catches the light beautifully. Once everything dried, I trimmed the panel with a stitched border die.

The couple and their cute little cat were stamped, colored with Copic markers, and cut out using my Scan & Cut. I stamped the sentiment in black ink and adhered the characters with foam adhesive for dimension. The entire scene was then layered onto coordinating patterned paper—also popped up with foam adhesive for extra depth.  A few enamel dots in the corner finish the card with a playful touch.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. Wishing you a wonderful and love‑filled day!

There's No Day Like a Snow Day

Hello TGF Friends! 

I hope everyone made it through that monstrous snowstorm—we’re now braving subzero temps, and it’s definitely brrr-worthy! While I’m not a fan of the cold, I do love seeing the neighborhood kids enjoying their snow days. Inspired by their joy, I created this week’s card using the adorable SNOW DAY stamp set from The Greeting Farm!

These playful penguins are having the time of their lives skiing, snowboarding, and tubing through a snowy wonderland. I brought the scene to life with a slimline layout and soft blended layers of Distress Oxide inks to create the sky, mountains, and frosty hills.

Card Details:

• I used a slimline die to cut the main panel and stitched outline.
• Each penguin, tree, and house was stamped, colored with Copic markers, and die cut using my Scan & Cut.
• Everything was added to the scene with foam adhesive for dimension.
• The sentiment was stamped in black at the bottom, and I finished the sky with scattered snowflakes for a magical touch.

Thanks so much for stopping by—stay safe, stay warm, and keep crafting through the chill! ⛄