Hey, crafty friends! Today kicks off the Day 1 reveal of The Greetery’s La Dolce Vita release, and I’m so excited to share a little slice of crafty sunshine with you. This collection is all about savoring life’s sweet moments — lemons, florals, fishies, borders, and all the delightful details that make paper crafting feel like a mini vacation.

I had the best time creating these cards, each one inspired by a different flavor of “la dolce vita.” From bright citrus blooms to soft pastel florals to a playful fishy birthday scene, this release brings such a fun mix of whimsy and elegance. The new stamps and dies layer beautifully, and I love how each project has its own personality while still feeling connected through that charming Italian summer vibe.

Let’s dive into the Day 1 reveal together — I can’t wait to show you all the sweet details.

CITRUS FIELDS PRODUCT SUITE + CIAO BELLA BORDERS

This card is pure sunshine, friends! The Citrus Fields product suite brings all the bright, happy vibes with its juicy lemons, fresh blooms, and that gorgeous embossed texture. I loved building this cheerful little citrus cluster and giving it a soft, summery glow. To finish things off, I tucked in a sentiment from the Ciao Bella Borders stamp and die set — it adds just the right touch of charm to the whole design.

If you’re craving a project that feels like a breath of fresh air, this suite is such a joy to create with.

COASTAL CUTTINGS DIE SET

This card feels like an armful of seaside blooms! The Coastal Cuttings die set takes center stage here, building that sweet bouquet of florals that gives everything a breezy, coastal‑garden vibe. And if you look closely, you’ll spot a tiny peek at a few goodies coming in tomorrow’s reveal — just enough to hint at what’s ahead without giving the whole story away.

It’s such a joyful mix of texture, color, and sparkle, and I love how this birthday sentiment ties it all together. Day 2 is going to be so fun!

SOMETHING FISHY PRODUCT SUITE + CANNED DIE SET

This one is swimming in sweetness! The Something Fishy product suite brings the cutest little school of fish, and pairing them with the Canned die set makes the whole design feel like a tiny jar of birthday fun. I love how the soft pastels and glittery details give the scene a whimsical, storybook vibe — it’s like opening a can packed with joy.

It’s a playful way to wrap up Day 1, and I can’t wait to share even more tomorrow!

BLOG HOP INFO

Giveaway:

Two $100 gift cards
Team blog comments will be included in the drawing
Comment deadline is Thursday night, 7/9 at 11:59 pm EDT. Winners announced on The Greetery blog by 9 am EDT on Friday, 7/10

DT Blog Hop Links:

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2. Dana Kirby

3. Dawn McVey

7. Lea Lawson

9. Wanda Guess

Greetery post: https://blog.thegreetery.com/2026/07/08/la-dolce-vita-collection-showcase-day-1/

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44 Comments

Jul 8, 2026, 12:05:24 PM

Carmen Nance - These cards are fabulous Lea! Love the Citrus Fields and Coastal Bouquet especially and that big bow on your bouquet really steals the show! Thank you for the beautiful inspiration!

Jul 8, 2026, 12:01:59 PM

Leanne S - Beautiful cards! Great release

Jul 8, 2026, 11:50:18 AM

Ohhh Snap - Such beautiful cards! The glitter is such a wonderful touch to the Birthday Fishes card!

Jul 8, 2026, 11:43:04 AM

Heather S. - This product suite from The Greetery is absolutely beautiful. Lovely job on showcasing it, Lea.

Jul 8, 2026, 10:55:50 AM

RandyK55 - As always, you've brought your special magic to these cards!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:35:27 AM

Teresa S - Great cards that really conveyed your sweet mini vacation vibe!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:33:01 AM

Beverly LoPinto - These cards are absolutely adorable! 💗 Love your color choices and how you put your cards together. Brava!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:31:29 AM

Angela Shoffner - What gorgeous cards! The Citrus Fields Suite and Coastal Cuttings dies are my favorites on this great summer release!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:27:32 AM

Debbie Hanson - I love your use of glitter cardstock! So creative!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:16:07 AM

Rachel Dier - Love your colors on these cards Lea. Beautiful job!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:11:10 AM

Gayle I. - Very sweet cards; love your soft color choices!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:09:41 AM

Nancy K Rodeberg - Lea, such soft and beautiful cards! I love that citrus embossed background. I am falling in love with the citrus release!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:08:26 AM

pat phillips - Love your pastel fishes and the coastal flower card is very pretty - thank you!

Jul 8, 2026, 10:04:37 AM

Angie P - Lovely cards. I especially like the Citrus Fields and Coastal Cuttings.

Jul 8, 2026, 10:03:14 AM

Lolita D - Oh, where to begin? Lovely cards, they are all so pretty, it's hard to pick just one. I love them all.

Jul 8, 2026, 9:59:21 AM

Sandy Suzuka - Sardines with sparkles and party hats-yes! What a fun release! Love how you used glitter paper and glitter on your summery cards. Beautiful cards.

Jul 8, 2026, 9:22:42 AM

Roxy Zaun - You are so talented. Can't wait to see day 2

Jul 8, 2026, 9:07:16 AM

Miriam Leech - I love your color choices for this fun, summery release!!

Jul 8, 2026, 8:47:21 AM

Melissa Johnson - Loving this release, especially the Something Fishy! Your cards are all beautiful!

Jul 8, 2026, 8:45:32 AM

Lynn Cyert - Lea, Thanks for sharing your beautiful cards!

Jul 8, 2026, 8:35:20 AM

kathleen dumpert - Your cards are perfect for summer!

Jul 8, 2026, 8:12:18 AM

Izzy - What a fun release, it's just so cute!

Jul 8, 2026, 8:06:14 AM

Stacey Green - Love the color combo on all your beautiful cards! Such a fun release.

Jul 8, 2026, 8:02:40 AM

Lori B - Your cards are so soft & pretty-love them!

Jul 8, 2026, 7:51:06 AM

Carrie T - So pretty!!! All of the cards just give off such sweet summer vibes!

Jul 8, 2026, 7:49:44 AM

Ruth CM - I really like The Greetery's embossing folders including this new Citrus Fields embossing folder!

Jul 8, 2026, 7:47:59 AM

Michele C - Loving that Citrus Fields card! The little dusting of glitter makes it extra sweet.

Jul 8, 2026, 7:42:46 AM

Susan Beauchaine - Beautiful and fun cards

Jul 8, 2026, 7:41:02 AM

Patti Weber - Love the soft colors on these sooo much! Gorgeous!

Jul 8, 2026, 7:33:08 AM

Cindy Cherry - Just stunning! Your attention to detail is awe inspiring! Love it all!!

Jul 8, 2026, 7:30:40 AM

Donna Moran - Love esp. the Citrus Fields- fresh & summery, like you mentioned. The Coastal Cuttings card is lovely, & the fun glittery fish make me smile!

Jul 8, 2026, 7:26:17 AM

Jan Metcalf - Such fun summer color! Cant wait to see more of this collection!

Jul 8, 2026, 7:06:14 AM

Vickie R. - Love your fresh colors!

Jul 8, 2026, 6:48:16 AM

Laura Corkill - I think the citrus and the florals are gorgeous, while the sardines with the fantastically detailed cans and the fun fishy puns are so fun. Your cards are all amazing!

Jul 8, 2026, 6:48:05 AM

Mary Kay Ross - Great cards, Lea! The colors are beautiful and I love those fish.

Jul 8, 2026, 6:44:06 AM

Connie Dunbar - I love your use of the costal cuttings on the checker board background. These cards are so bright and cheerful.

Jul 8, 2026, 6:44:06 AM

Diana Cavarra - Love love these samples the pastel fish color juat works ao well its gorgeous very Mediterranean! amazing job

Jul 8, 2026, 6:37:59 AM

Marilyn Aldridge - These cards are lovely! Since I’m always partial to flowers I love your card with the Coastal Cuttings die! The fishes dies are so unique and different!

Jul 8, 2026, 6:31:57 AM

Jan Elmore - Lea, your cards are so pretty. 'Birthday Fishes' is so cute!

Jul 8, 2026, 6:18:26 AM

Jennifer Kinney - Love how you added glitter to the fishes. Who says they can't be sparkly? :)

Jul 8, 2026, 5:47:45 AM

Amy Cooley - Adorable projects! I love the feel of this new collection. It's so fresh and unique.

Jul 8, 2026, 5:38:03 AM

Lisa GK - The Citrus Fields suite is amazing!

Jul 8, 2026, 5:16:38 AM

Jane - Lovely cards.

Jul 8, 2026, 5:15:49 AM

Jane - Lovely cards.

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CITRUS FIELDS PRODUCT SUITE + CIAO BELLA BORDERS

COASTAL CUTTINGS DIE SET

SOMETHING FISHY PRODUCT SUITE + CANNED DIE SET

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