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...
by Jean Doeringsfeld | Feb 26, 2026 | Cards, Companies, Friendship & Love, Holidays & Special Events, Occassions, Other Occassions, Simon Says Stamp
Today’s cards feature products from the brand new Simon Says Stamp Beautiful Moments release. It is always exciting to create with a fresh release, and this one feels especially joyful and versatile. After months of neutrals and winter tones, pulling out fresh shades...
by Jean Doeringsfeld | Feb 21, 2026 | AALL & Create, Cards, Coloring, Companies, Copic Coloring, Techniques
Hi there! Curiosity and color go hand in hand with this bright little scholar from AALL & Create. Her oversized glasses, bold purple outfit, and trusty yellow school bus make learning look stylishly fun. The background combines two simple techniques that...
by Jean Doeringsfeld | Feb 14, 2026 | AALL & Create, Cards, Coloring, Companies, Techniques, Watercoloring
Hi there! Every fashion era has its defining moment, and 1966 was Carnaby Street’s. I wanted this card to capture that mod energy with a softer, modern twist. The little shopper from AALL & Create sets the scene perfectly, her bold outfit standing out...
