As we move through life, the need for heartfelt sympathy cards seems to grow, yet finding the time for intricate coloring can be a challenge when we most want to send a ‘hug through the mail.’ Tonight, I am thrilled to show you how to create serene, professional-looking designs without ever picking up a marker or colored pencil. Using the Fragrant Layers Bundle, we’ll explore the secret to ‘instant shading’ that brings these delicate blooms to life with simple stamping, paired with the comforting sentiments of the Prayers & Promises Stamp Set. Whether you need a quick sympathy card or a tender note of hope, these no-fuss florals are the perfect way to share your heart.

Be sure to watch the video to the end to see a special monochromatic version that is just as elegant and even faster to put together

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Click on the name of non-Stampin’ Up! products shown in my card tutorials.

• Glassboard Studios – click to save 20%!
• Wobble Springs
• Guillotine Paper Cutter
• MISTI
• Sizzix Sanding Blocks
• Adhesive Eraser
• Magnetic Platform
• Sticky Dots
• Waffle Flower Mat
• Gotcha Magnetic Craft Stand Tool
• Magnet Cards  – used in this tutorial
• Storage Pockets
• 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
• Mini Recoil Snips

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Fragrant Layers Card Measurements

• Card Base: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Petunia Pop Cardstock
• Purple Layer: 3-7/8″ x 5-1/8″ Petunia Pop Two-Tone Cardstock
• White Layer: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ Basic White Cardstock
• Flower Layer: (2) 1-1/2″ x 1-1/2″ Petunia Pop Two-Tone Cardstock
• Leaf Layer: 1″ x 1-1/2″ Granny Apple Green Cardstock
• Flower Center Layer: 1″ x 3/4″ Darling Duckling Cardstock
• Inside Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock

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If you love the ease of Instant Shading and want to create beautiful cards without the stress of coloring, you can find all the supplies from today’s project in my online store.

The Fragrant Layers Bundle is an Online Exclusives, which means it isn’t in any catalog and is only available while supplies last. Grab yours today to start creating these ‘no-fuss’ floral cards!

Don’t forget to pair it with the Prayers & Promises Stamp Set from the January-April Mini Catalog so you’re always ready to send a ‘hug through the mail’ with the perfect sentiment. Mini Catalog to ensure you always have the perfect words of hope and comfort ready to share.

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Stampin’ Up! Fragrant Layers Card Supplies 

Basic Cardmaking Supplies

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Stamping Smiles,

This no-fuss project shows you how to achieve professional depth and instant shading using the Fragrant Layers Bundle without picking up a single marker. It’s the perfect, no-coloring solution for creating elegant sympathy cards that bring a heartfelt “hug through the mail” when it’s needed most.

📌 When you share that “card only” photo to Pinterest, consider adding a small text overlay that says “NO-COLORING FLORAL CARD” in a bold, clean font. This makes the benefit clear to people scrolling through thousands of images.