These two cards were such a blast to make—like a creative road trip with all the best pit stops! I played with the Hero Studio Die of the Month and Layering Stencils of the Month, and they’re serving up serious retro vibes. Between the cassette tape (hello, mixtape nostalgia!) and the colorful stenciled pep talk, I felt like I was crafting straight from the passenger seat of our ‘80s Ford Tempo Stationwagon....lol! These designs pack a punch of positivity and a little wink of whimsy—and honestly, I’d make them all over again just for the fun of it.

Card size: A2 - 4.25" x 5.5" (inches)

Here are simple instructions on how to create today's cards:

• Cut & fold A2 card bases.
• Cut (2) A2 panels from white cardstock.
• Trim thin strips from colored cardstock, and adhere to one panel.
• Round the upper right and lower left corner of that panel, then mount to the card front.
• Round just the upper right corner of the card base.
• Diecut the pieces from the Mix Tape die set, then assemble.
• Adhere to the card front as shown with foam adhesive.
• Ink blend the Just Keep Going stencils to the other panel ink pink, orange and aqua.
• Adhere clear packaging around the panel to make an edge to edge shaker window, fill with glitter then seal.
• Mount to the card base with foam adhesive to finish.

I loved the playful energy in these two projects—between the pop of those layered stencils and that sweet little die-cut tape, it was like crafting straight from a road trip playlist. If you’re in the mood for a dose of color and a smile you can send in an envelope, these kits definitely hit the mark. Can’t wait to see where next month’s detour leads!