Peaceful Pier Celebration Card with Simply Said

Sometimes you just need a card that feels like a breath of fresh air — and this one does exactly that! I used the Peaceful Pier stamp set to create a calming waterside scene and paired it with a bold heat-embossed sentiment from the Simply Said set. It’s a versatile design that works for birthdays, graduations, retirements, or any milestone worth celebrating.

The card base is Basic Beige, with a layer embossed with a woodgrain texture to add subtle depth and a natural feel. The focal image features a hand-stamped pier extending over gentle waters, surrounded by tall grasses in shades of green.

I matted the image with Night of Navy cardstock for a crisp frame. The sentiment, “Let’s Celebrate,” is heat embossed in white on Night of Navy cardstock for a bold pop. A loop of linen thread behind the sentiment and a trio of navy embellishments complete the look.

To create a realistic water look, blend light blue ink along the edge of the pier stamp and fade outward. This softens the image and adds movement without overpowering the scene.

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!

PEACEFUL PIER CLASS TO GO:

This week’s featured set is the Peaceful Pier stamp set and you can watch this week’s class on YouTube on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5p CDT (or catch the replay).

When you spend at least $50 in my online store (before tax and shipping and after any rewards) from August 16 – 22, 2025, I will send you this week’s Class to Go packet for FREE! The packets will include 4 Card Kits (1 of each design). Packets will ship on August 26.

SUPPLIES USED ON THIS PROJECT:

Bring the beauty of the lake to your craft room! Grab the Peaceful Pier and Simply Said stamp sets today to create timeless cards for all of life’s special moments.

Peaceful Pier Cling Stamp Set (English)

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Simply Said Mix & Match Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

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Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

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Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

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Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

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Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

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Versamark Pad

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Basics Wow! Embossing Powder

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Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

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Birch Wood 3 D Embossing Folder

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Linen Thread

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Opal Rounds Assortment

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Paper Snips

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Take Your Pick

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Stampin' Seal

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Stampin' Dimensionals

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Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

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