It’s easy to overlook a stamp set when the name suggests it only belongs in one season—but this handmade card proves otherwise. Today’s project features a fresh green botanical card design using the Stampin’ Up!® Etched Autumn Stamp Set, showing how these detailed leaf images can be used for much more than fall. With a simple shift in color palette and a focus on texture and layering, this versatile design works beautifully for sympathy cards, thinking of you cards, and everyday occasions all year long.

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• Glassboard Studios – click to save 15%!
• 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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Etched Autumn Card Measurements

• Card Base: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Garden Green Cardstock
• Green Layer: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ Garden Green Two-Tone Cardstock
• Frame Layer: 4″ x 5-1/2″ Basic White Cardstock
• Label Layer: 2″ x 3-1/2″ Basic White Cardstock
• Leaf Background Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock
• Die-Cut Leaves Layer: 4″ x 3-1/2″ Garden Green Two-Tone Cardstock
• Inside Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock

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If this card caught your eye, don’t wait—these Last Chance products are only available while supplies last. Grab the Etched Autumn stamp set at 50% off, along with the coordinating dies and embossing folder, before they’re gone.

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 April 2026, I will personally create and mail one of my Choose Happy cards directly to you! For those who choose to treat themselves to a $150 order or more, I will send you the 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! Etched Autumn Card Supplies 

Basic Cardmaking Supplies

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Stamping Smiles,

I hope this card has inspired you to look at your stamps in a new way and see the possibilities beyond the name. The Stampin’ Up!® Etched Autumn Stamp Set, along with the coordinating dies and embossing folder, is a perfect example of how versatile your supplies can be—especially while these Last Chance products are still available. If this design caught your eye, now is a great time to add them to your collection and enjoy creating cards you’ll reach for all year long.

📌Pin this card to your favorite cardmaking board so you can come back to it whenever you’re ready to create.