They say gardening is therapeutic, but I think it’s just as healing on paper! One of the best things about being a paper crafter is that we can “garden” year-round—no matter the weather and without ever getting a speck of dirt under our fingernails. I’ll admit, I’m not one for real-life digging, but I have several dear people in my life who absolutely love it. I purchased the Stampin’ Up! Help Me Grow Bundle (a March Online Exclusive) with them in mind, and while a beautiful sample originally inspired me, it was the customizable details that really sparked my creativity. Specifically, that darling floral-patterned handle on the garden trowel made me want to “plant” this handmade scene for the green thumbs in my life. Join me for a little mess-free garden therapy as we layer up weathered terracotta pots and lush greenery for a card that’s perfectly in bloom!

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• Wobble Springs
• Guillotine Paper Cutter
• MISTI
• Sizzix Sanding Blocks
• Adhesive Eraser
• Magnetic Platform
• Sticky Dots
• Waffle Flower Mat – used in this tutorial
• 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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I was so inspired by the original sample on the website that I had to recreate it. You can see my version of that ‘must-have’ card HERE.

Help Me Grow Card Measurements

• Card Base: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ Balmy Blue Cardstock
• Blue Layer: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ Subtles Designer Series Paper
• Dirt Layers: (2) 5-1/2″ x 1″ Crumb Cake Cardstock
• Flower Pots Layer: 4″ x 2-3/4″ Cajun Craze Cardstock
• Leaves Layer: 2-1/2″ x 10″ Two-Tone Granny Apple Green Cardstock
• Label Layer: 1-1/2″ x 2-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock
• Stamped Flower Pot Layer: 2″ x 2-1/2″ Basic White Cardstock
• Garden Tool Layer: 3″ x 3″ Basic White Cardstock
• Dirt in Pot Layer: 2″ x 1/2″ Crumb Cake Cardstock
• Inside Layer: 5-1/4″ x 4″ Basic White Cardstock

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If you have a gardener in your life who needs a little “paper therapy,” this is the perfect bundle for your collection. Treat yourself to the Help Me Grow Bundle today and start creating heartfelt cards for the green thumbs you love.

As a token of my appreciation, when you place an order of $50 or more (product total before shipping and tax) in my online store during March 2026, I will personally create and mail one of my A Rainbow of Thanks cards directly to you! For those who choose to treat themselves to a $150 order or more, I will send you the beautifully textured, stepped-up version of this design as a special thank you for your support. Please note this offer applies to the product total after any Stampin’ Rewards have been redeemed.

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Stampin’ Up! Help Me Grow Card Supplies

Basic Cardmaking Supplies

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Stamping Smiles,

Whether you’re crafting for the green thumbs in your life or just enjoying some mess-free gardening, the Help Me Grow Bundle makes every project special. Don’t forget to download your card sketch and measurements PDF above to recreate this beautiful handmade garden card in your own craft room!

📌Love this garden scene? Hover over the image to Pin it to your Pinterest boards so you’ll have this “Garden Therapy” inspiration and the Help Me Grow Bundle layout ready the next time you’re in your craft room!