Welcome! If you joined me for my latest live stream, you know we had a few unexpected plot twists. Not only did we have to make a quick pivot because the Layers of Beauty bundle is currently unavailable, but it turns out my modem decided it was ready to retire! If you noticed the video going in and out toward the end of our time together, that is exactly why—a replacement is officially on the way. But honestly, rolling with the punches often leads to the absolute best creative play! Instead of our original plan, we decided to get our hands “dirty” and build a beautiful paper garden scene using the Stampin’ Up! Help Me Grow bundle.

My mom is a Master Gardener, so I was immediately drawn to this set because of her. But once I realized how incredibly realistic you can make those stacked faux terracotta pots and die-cut tools look against a bed of rich, textured cardstock “soil,” I fell completely head over heels. Whether you are a seasoned plant lover or just love a great paper craft technique, this is such a fun one 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

Join me every Tuesday at 7 PM ET for a new live card-making tutorial! You can join me on my Stamping Smiles YouTube, Rumble, or Facebook page.

Help Me Grow Card Measurements

• Card Base: 4-1/4″ x 11″ Basic White Thick Cardstock
• Floral Pattern Layer: 4-1/4″ x 4″ Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper
• Flower Pots Layer: 6″ x 2″ Regals Designer Series Paper
• Large Dark Greenery Layer: (2) 2-1/4″ x 2-3/4″ Mossy Meadow Cardstock
• Large Medium Greenery Layer: (2) 2-1/4″ x 2-3/4″ Old Olive Cardstock
• Small Dark Leaves Layer: (2) 3″ x 1″ Mossy Meadow Cardstock
• Small Medium Leaves Layer: 3″ x 1″ Old Olive Cardstock
• Tool Handle Layers: 1-1/4″ x 4-1/4″ Soft Suede Cardstock
• Flower Blossoms Layer: 1-3/4″ x 2-3/4″ Flirty Flaming Cardstock
• Dirt Layers: (3) 4-1/4″ x 1″ Early Espresso Cardstock
• Tool Layers: 1-1/4″ x 4-1/4″ Silver Foil Sheets
• Flower Pick Layer: 1-3/4″ x 2″ Cloud Cover Cardstock
• Rope Handle Layer: 1″ x 1/2″ Basic Black Cardstock
• Inside Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock

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Ready to Play in the Dirt? If you loved watching this garden scene come together, you can grab the Help Me Grow Bundle and all the supplies we used today right in my online store! Whether you are making a card for the Master Gardener in your life or just love those realistic terracotta pots, this bundle is a must-have. (Plus, every order helps fund my brand-new modem so we can keep crafting together without the technical difficulties!) 😉

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.

Don’t forget: When you shop with me, you’re helping support more free tutorials and weekly Tuesday night livestreams like this one. Plus, right now, your orders are actively helping fund my new modem so I can stop vanishing into the internet abyss mid-sentence! (It really can’t arrive fast enough, haha). Thank you so much for crafting with me!

Stampin’ Up! Help Me Grow 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,

Now that you’ve watched how easily this Stampin’ Up! Help Me Grow card comes together, it’s time to get your own hands dirty! I hope this tutorial inspires you to grab your die-cut gardening tools and create your own realistic 3D faux terracotta pots for the Master Gardener or plant lover in your life.

📌Love this layout? Pin it!

Love how these faux terracotta pots turned out? Feel free to pin the picture of the finished card to your Pinterest boards! It’s a great way to save this Help Me Grow tutorial for later and share the inspiration with your crafty friends.!