Create a serene, light-filled background with the emboss resist technique and the Stampin’ Up!® Prairie Grass Stamp Set. In this card, I blended Darling Duckling, Cloud Cover, and Secret Sea from the 2025–2027 In Colors to surround the delicate grasses with a soft golden glow. A vellum sentiment label lets the image shine through, while subtle embellishments add the perfect finishing touch. Whether you’re new to emboss resist or looking for a fresh twist on a favorite technique, this project delivers an elegant result you’ll be proud to share.
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Click on the name of non-Stampin’ Up! products shown in my card tutorials.
- MISTI
- Sizzix Sanding Blocks
- Adhesive Eraser
- Magnetic Platform
- Sticky Dots
- Waffle Flower Mat
- Large Silicone Mat – used in this tutorial
- Gotcha Magnetic Craft Stand Tool
- Magnet Cards – used in this tutorial
- Storage Pockets – used in this tutorial
- Craft STAX Storage, Stackable Large Set (2 Trays, 2 Lids)
- Stamping Sleeves
- Vellum Cardstock
- Penny Black Background Basics Stencils
- Uninked Felt Pads – to make your own Cloud Cover ink pad
- Repositionable Adhesive Dots
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Prairie Grass Card Measurements
- Card Base: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Secret Sea Cardstock
- Light Blue Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Cloud Cover Cardstock
- Dark Blue Layer: 3-1/2″ x 5″ Secret Sea Cardstock
- White Layer: 2-7/8″ x 4-3/8″ Basic White Cardstock
- Label Layer: 4″ x 2-1/2″ Vellum Cardstock
- Inside Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock
The Prairie Grass Stamp Set is part of the Online Exclusives collection—meaning it’s not in any catalog and is only available while supplies last. Pair it with the 2025–2027 In Colors, now on sale, to recreate this glowing effect and stock up on coordinating inks, cardstock, and Designer Series Paper at a great value. This combination makes it easy to create cards that feel soft, fresh, and full of light.
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When your August order reaches $50, one of my Prairie Grass cards will be heading your way as a thank-you! Bump it up to $150 or more, and I’ll send you the stepped-up version—complete with shimmer, layers, and a whole lot of love. Plus, you’ll earn Stampin’ Rewards if you’ve opted in!
Stampin’ Up! Prairie Grass Card Supplies
Basic Cardmaking Supplies
I’m always happy to answer questions about the project or products I’ve shared—just reach out!
Stamping Smiles,

Bask in the beauty of this soft glow emboss resist card, where serene colors and delicate detail make the Prairie Grass image shine.


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