by Jean Doeringsfeld | Mar 5, 2026 | Cards, Companies, Die Cutting, Holidays & Special Events, Inking Techniques, Occassions, Other Occassions, Simon Says Stamp, Techniques
For this card, my goal was to create a peaceful Easter design where the symbolism could remain the clear focal point. As I started working through the layout, it became clear that keeping the surrounding elements simple would allow the cross and sentiment to carry the...
by Jean Doeringsfeld | Mar 3, 2026 | Cards, Coloring, Companies, Copic Coloring, Die Cutting, Friendship & Love, Holidays & Special Events, Occassions, Other Occassions, Simon Says Stamp, Stenciling, Techniques
For these two cards, my goal was to explore how the same small bunny die could support two completely different design directions. As I started sketching out ideas, I realized that the surrounding layout and color story would end up shaping the personality of each...
by Jean Doeringsfeld | Feb 28, 2026 | Cards, Holidays & Special Events, Inking Techniques, Occassions, Other Occassions, Stamping, Stenciling, Techniques, Thank You
Together by Design is a monthly collaboration where a small group of designers all create with products from the same featured brand. Each of us chooses a favorite product and puts our own creative spin on it, showing just how many different ways one brand can...
by Jean Doeringsfeld | Feb 28, 2026 | AALL & Create, Cards, Companies, Other Companies
Hi there! Late winter has a way of testing patience. The snow has lost its charm, the light still feels thin, and I find myself craving color in a big way. This card started as a small act of rebellion against another gray day, and quickly turned into a little pocket...
by Jean Doeringsfeld | Feb 27, 2026 | Archive Only
Studio Notes is a space where I share small observations about card design — the quiet decisions that shape how a card feels. These posts aren’t tutorials, just reflections from the studio. Vellum is one of those materials that works quietly in the background, yet it...
