Jump Into Card Making with These Easy Cards for Beginners

If you’re new to card making or a seasoned stamper looking for fresh inspiration, you’re in the right place! This post is all about easy cards for beginners—simple, stylish designs that come together quickly and don’t require a lot of supplies. Whether you’re just starting out or need a few go-to ideas to jumpstart your next creative session, these card projects are sure to spark your imagination and keep the joy in crafting. Let’s dive in and make something beautiful!

4 easy cards for beginners featuring a clean white circle punched focal point stamped with an image from Encircled With Love, framed by coordinating DSP layers.

In this project, we’re featuring the Encircled With Love stamp set from Stampin’ Up! along with Brights 6” x 6” Designer Series Paper (DSP) as the main focus for our cards. These designs are a great example of how you can create beautiful, balanced cards using just stamps, paper, and ink. While we’re showcasing this specific set, the layout and idea work perfectly with any supplies you have on hand—making them perfect easy cards for beginners or a quick go-to for seasoned stampers.

Easy Cards for Beginners Video

Welcome to today’s video! If you’re looking for easy cards for beginners, you’re in the right place. We’re sharing four simple card designs that are perfect for anyone just getting started with stamping—or for seasoned crafters who want quick, no-stress inspiration. Using just stamps, paper, and ink, you’ll see how easy it is to make beautiful cards you’ll be proud to give. Plus, we’ll share some fun tips along the way that are perfect for learning how to stamp with confidence. Let’s get started!

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*The products used in this project were available for purchase while filming the video and/or writing this post. If something does not show in the list it is no longer available.

Easy Cards for Beginners Details

All the measurements for these cards are listed below to make creating even easier. Feel free to use any stamps, ink, and paper you already have—these designs are super flexible and work with whatever supplies you love!

Handmade card featuring a stamped image from the Encircled With Love set, centered on a white 2-inch circle cutout against coordinating patterned paper.

MEASUREMENTS:

  • Basic White Card Base: 8 ½” x 5 ½”
  • Basic Black: 
    • 3 ⅞” x 5 ⅛”
    • 3 ⅜” x 1 ⅞”
    • (2 strips) ½” x 3 ¾”
  • DSP: 
    • 3 ¾” x 5”
    • 3 ¼” x 1 ¾”
  • Scrap:  Basic White
Close-up of a greeting card with a white 2-inch circle punch highlighting a stamped design from Stampin’ Up!’s Encircled With Love collection.

MEASUREMENTS:

  • Basic White Card Base: 8 ½” x 5 ½”
  • Basic Black: 
    • 3 ⅞” x 5 ⅛”
    • (2 strips) ¼” x 5”
  • DSP: 3 ¾” x 5”
  • Scrap:  Basic White

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Simple and stylish handmade card using a 2-inch white circle punch with a stamped image from the Encircled With Love stamp set by Stampin’ Up!.

MEASUREMENTS:

  • Basic White Card Base: 8 ½” x 5 ½”
  • Basic Black: 
    • 3 ⅞” x 5 ⅛”
    • (2 strips) 3 ¾” x ½”
  • DSP: 3 ¾” x 5”
  • Scrap:  Basic White
Elegant card showcasing a white circle punch focal point with a stamped image from Encircled With Love, layered over patterned Designer Series Paper.

MEASUREMENTS:

  • Basic White Card Base: 8 ½” x 5 ½”
  • Basic Black: 
    • 3 ⅞” x 5 ⅛”
    • 2” circle
  • DSP: 3 ¾” x 5”
  • Scrap:  Basic White

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4 thoughts on “Jump Into Card Making with These Easy Cards for Beginners”

  1. As a seasoned card maker who didn’t know quite what to do, I would have loved to have had this class! I love that it’s quick, easy and can be made with minimal supplies. Thanks on behalf of new carmakers!

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