Elegant Black and Blush Thank You Card with the Exciting Times Bundle

This week I’m sharing projects with the Exciting Times bundle from Stampin’ Up!, and this card has such a classic feel to it. The combination of soft Barely Blush with bold black details gives this card an elegant look while still feeling simple and approachable.

I also love how the new Artisan Sketched Garden DSP adds just enough detail, and it’s so cute!

This card starts with a Barely Blush card base. I layered three panels of Basic Black cardstock with coordinating patterns from the Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper pack. The mix of patterns gives the card lots of visual interest while still keeping everything cohesive thanks to the limited color palette.

For a soft finishing touch, I tied a bow using the Barely Blush Ribbon and adhered it on the card front. The focal sentiment uses the coordinating punch from the Exciting Times bundle, which makes creating polished labels so quick and easy!

I stamped the sunburst-style frame in Barely Blush ink onto Basic White cardstock, then stamped the sentiment in black ink for contrast. After punching it out, I adhered the sentiment with double stacked Dimensionals to give it extra height and dimension. I finished the card with a few of the new Dreamy Flowers embellishments for the perfect final detail.

When working with bold patterned paper, keeping your embellishments and color palette simple helps the card feel balanced and polished.

The full supply list for this card can be found further down on this blog post. You can also see the video link and the class information below!

EXCITING TIMES CLASS TO GO:

When you spend at least $50 in my online store (before tax and shipping and after applying any stampin’ rewards) from May 23 – 29, 2026, I will send you this week’s Class to Go packet for FREE! The packets will include 3 card kits (1 of each design). Packets will ship on May 30.

EXCITING TIMES TUTORIAL YOUTUBE VIDEO:

Watch this week’s card class on YouTube on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5p central time (or catch the replay). Don’t forget to join me live on YouTube every Tuesday at 5p central!

SUPPLIES USED ON THIS PROJECT:

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I’ve been having so much fun creating with the Exciting Times bundle and all of these beautiful new coordinating products.

Exciting Times Bundle (English)

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Barely Blush 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Artisan Sketched Garden 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

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Barely Blush Classic Stampin Pad

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Basic Black Hybrid Stampin' Pad

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Barely Blush 3/8" (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon

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Dreamy Flowers

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Take Your Pick

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Stampin' Seal

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Stampin' Dimensionals

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Mini Glue Dots

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