I’m so excited to be joining the Simon Says Stamp Always There release blog hop today, and I couldn’t resist leaning all the way into soft, feminine pastels for this card. These beautiful letters from the Floral Word Builder stamp & die set were just begging for a little watercolor magic, so I pulled out my Pawsitively Saturated Inks—and they worked like an absolute dream as watercolor.

To finish everything off, I paired the letters with the Willowweave Plate & stencil for a background that’s delicate, textured, and totally swoon‑worthy. It all came together in the prettiest way.

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Step-by-Step Instructions:

Cut & fold A2 card base.
Ink blend the Willowweave stencil to the card front in a gradient from Ballerina to Fairy.
Diecut the Willowweave Plate die from ivory glitter and white cardstock.
Stack & glue together, then adhere to the front.
Heat emboss the letters HUGS in gold pearl to Strathmore Bristol paper.
Watercolor the florals with Simon inks. (Colors in link list.)
Paint the letters and florals with a shimmer pen, then let dry.
Once dry, diecut with the coordinating dies and arrange to the front with thin foam strips.
Toner foil the Birthday Wishes sentiment strips panel, then trim.
Mount to the front as shown with thin foam strips.
Accent with Prism dazzling gems to finish.

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64 Comments

Jun 4, 2026, 3:57:33 PM

Sheri Kempke - Gorgeous card--so soft and elegant! Thanks for the inspiration!

Jun 2, 2026, 5:22:53 PM

Bunny Hoyle - This set is my favorite. I'm a word person so I can make a lot of words out of just these few letters. Lovely card.

Jun 2, 2026, 12:53:14 PM

Rebekka Reed - I saw a video of you using this set, what gorgeous cards you made and I had to order it. :)

Jun 1, 2026, 6:09:16 PM

maggie aguayo - Beautiful card!

Jun 1, 2026, 3:42:23 PM

Jade - So pretty and delicate. Wonderful in every way.

Jun 1, 2026, 12:13:52 PM

Mark G - Such a beautiful card!

Jun 1, 2026, 11:18:06 AM

Kelly O - Lea your cards are always so soft, you are very talented! So very pretty.

May 31, 2026, 6:57:21 PM

kathy - luv this its so soft you are so talented lea

May 31, 2026, 2:15:35 PM

Dorothy - That's a gorgeous card! Love the floral alphabet and your colors.

May 31, 2026, 10:57:15 AM

Robin Mermer - Another amazing card, Lea! You have such great talent! Thank you for sharing this with us - truly inpisring!

May 31, 2026, 10:30:06 AM

Olivka - Very romantic looking card. Thank you for sharing.

May 31, 2026, 5:04:06 AM

Anna Given - Such a lovely card

May 30, 2026, 8:53:10 PM

Phyllis Freese - These alphabet letters are so pretty, whether colored with bold, dramatic shades or light pastels, as you have used. Outstanding job.

May 30, 2026, 8:13:02 PM

Lynn Chan - Beautiful birthday card! :)

May 30, 2026, 5:48:31 PM

Emmalee - I love your color combo!

May 30, 2026, 5:35:19 PM

kathleen dumpert - Pretty letters!

May 30, 2026, 4:11:36 PM

Monika Davis - Beautiful card Lea. Love the soft colors and the elegant look. Thank you for the inspiration!

May 30, 2026, 2:53:31 PM

Beth Merrill - I love the soft, gentle feel of this card created by the gentle colors and lovely flowers.

May 30, 2026, 1:45:41 PM

G A Berina Rajakumar - Such a beautiful card. Love this vibe die cut. So beautiful.

May 30, 2026, 11:42:36 AM

Lila Wetzel - Cute card. Thanks for sharing.

May 30, 2026, 10:12:09 AM

ellen robinson - So cute! Thanks for sharing!

May 30, 2026, 8:02:25 AM

Lisa Achilles - So beautiful. This card is just stunning.

May 30, 2026, 7:41:57 AM

Shannon Bettis - Such a striking card! I love it! Great job!

May 30, 2026, 6:54:32 AM

Mary Brown - So delicate, a beautiful card!

May 30, 2026, 3:59:18 AM

Pauline Godfrey - Lea, this is absolutely stunning!

May 30, 2026, 1:26:50 AM

Julieth C - What an adorable card! Love the Willowweave plate and stencil. The color combo is beautiful as well! Thank you for the inspiration and sharing your knowledge!

May 29, 2026, 11:29:47 PM

Melanie Barrett - Love your beautiful card!

May 29, 2026, 11:18:52 PM

Debbie Hanson - Wow! What a lovely card! Excellent!

May 29, 2026, 10:01:37 PM

Maureen Reiss - Beautiful and soooo elegant!!!

May 29, 2026, 9:46:35 PM

Joanne Travis - I love everything about this, it's stunning!

May 29, 2026, 8:38:08 PM

Cristy Artaz - Beautiful!!

May 29, 2026, 7:08:32 PM

Gab - This is so so pretty

May 29, 2026, 6:08:29 PM

Tracy - Such a sweet card Lea! I love the soft colors.

May 29, 2026, 5:29:32 PM

Connie Hostak - What a beautiful, feminine card!

May 29, 2026, 4:33:25 PM

Joy Meadows - Such a pretty card!

May 29, 2026, 4:00:20 PM

Donna Phelan - Your HUGS card looks so elegant! Love the design! Beautiful!

May 29, 2026, 4:00:15 PM

Trina P. - Beautiful! The design and colours are so elegant. .

May 29, 2026, 3:10:08 PM

Shawna Eddy Kissell - So beautiful!!

May 29, 2026, 2:00:09 PM

Nandini Karmarkar - Wow! So sweet and pretty!

May 29, 2026, 1:41:20 PM

Leslie Longoria - These letters go so well with this willow plate and I love the colors!

May 29, 2026, 1:19:47 PM

Linda at McGunigale - I love these cards

May 29, 2026, 1:18:09 PM

Patty A Eifert - Beautiful cards! That stamp & die set is amazing!

May 29, 2026, 12:31:54 PM

Gayle I. - Such a sweet and lovely card; the pastels are gorgeous.

May 29, 2026, 12:26:17 PM

Sharon L Gullikson - I like the delicate look with the soft colors. This is just wonderful

May 29, 2026, 12:16:46 PM

Lori Spitzer - Hi, LL - This is one stunning card! I love the Willow weave set and you've really shown it off to best advantage. The gradient background is subtle but SO important, IMO. I love the Floral Word Builder set - very Inna M - esque! You always have a fantastic card to share and never disappoint! Lori S in PA

May 29, 2026, 11:13:26 AM

Michele Lee - What an elegant and sophisticated card. Beautiful!

May 29, 2026, 11:11:20 AM

Melissa Leftrick - Very beautiful!! I love those letters!

May 29, 2026, 10:39:52 AM

Lauryne Cunningham - What an elegant and beautiful card! Love all the layers and details!

May 29, 2026, 10:19:24 AM

Denise Bryant - Love the soft colors and beautiful details! Gorgeous card!

May 29, 2026, 10:17:06 AM

Stephanie Simmons - When I saw your card that Heidi shared on release, I actually said WOW out loud! That background blending is so on point - the entire card speaks soft and loving vibes. I absolutely love your creativity. I can’t wait for my SSS box to arrive!!!

May 29, 2026, 10:16:53 AM

Lori - Beautiful card! Thanks for sharing your creative process step by step

May 29, 2026, 10:13:28 AM

Shirl - Lea, this is one of the most beautiful I have seen. You are so talented. Thanks!

May 29, 2026, 9:57:13 AM

Kathy Eddy - Such a gorgeous card Lea!

May 29, 2026, 9:42:11 AM

Frances Smith - Really love the pastel colors on your card. Gorgeous. Thanks for sharing

May 29, 2026, 9:40:08 AM

Linda Kleback - The way you used the letters is amazing!

May 29, 2026, 9:37:54 AM

Jan Fortier - I love your subtle colour choices. They make me want to see more!

May 29, 2026, 9:28:13 AM

Kim Lundstrom - Love your card and had to order everything you used to make it! 🩷🌸🩷

May 29, 2026, 9:18:55 AM

Ginger McDonald - Wow, what an elegant pairing of the new Willow weave die and the also new Floral Word Builder stamps & dies. Your card makes them look like they were made for each other. I'm totally smitten with your card, it's gorgeous !!!

May 29, 2026, 9:18:48 AM

Melissa SunshineHoneyBee - Wonderful layered creation.

May 29, 2026, 8:50:44 AM

Lora Knudsen - Your card is beautiful, as usual. You are very talented. Thank you for inspiration today.

May 29, 2026, 8:46:58 AM

Melissa Johnson - Such a gorgeous card - SO elegant! Love it!

May 29, 2026, 8:39:51 AM

LaDawn McIntyre - That is such a beautiful delicate piece. I love it! Thanks for sharing.

May 29, 2026, 7:09:09 AM

Amy Tsuruta - so beautiful, love all those gorgeous layers.

May 29, 2026, 6:37:56 AM

Meghan Kennihan - This is soooo elegant and detailed! LOVE the soft colors and HUGS!

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