Unlock Your Creativity with Golden Peony: Easy Cards, Fancy Folds & Stunning Papers

June 24, 2025

Happy Tuesday everyone! ☔🌸

Well… the garden will be happy with this rain, even if I’m not quite as thrilled! But I’m not going to let it dampen my spirits — I’ve got lots of lovely new things to share with you today, from craftables to samples 💕

Wishing you all a fabulous, creative day — let’s make something beautiful together! 🎨✂️💖

Laura and I have had so much fun putting these samples together for you! 🥰

We know that everyone creates differently — some of you love having the papers to design your own panels and toppers, while others prefer ready-made toppers with matching sentiments. So, instead of making a full kit, we’ve done them as separates this time — that way you can pick exactly what you like (and what the wallet allows 😉).

The Golden Peony Paper Addicts Paper Set can be found on the website here: https://shop.obyd.co.uk/b/bR4wi

Here are the 4 sheets included -

The Golden Peony Cardmaking Topper Sheet can be found here: https://shop.obyd.co.uk/b/NX9ZK

You might also notice I used the same artwork for the Handmade with Love embellishment sheet yesterday too — couldn’t resist! if you missed it you can find it here: https://shop.obyd.co.uk/b/bwKrq

I really hope you love the colours and artwork — I love using these Bold Botanicals for a more modern twist on backing papers. They make such a lovely impact on your makes 💛✨

Can’t wait to see what you create! Here are the samples made for today's launch:

(As an Amazon associate, I may receive a small commission on eligible items — at no extra cost to you 😊)

The embossing folder Laura used for the above and below card is from Spellbinders - you can find it here: https://amzn.to/4nuUiVY

The Spellbinders embossing folder used for the green card can be found here: https://amzn.to/4nuUiVY

The same one was used for the ivory panels below

Paper - I use a beautiful 160GSM super smooth paper that i can from amazon - there are 250 sheets in the bundle - you can find it here: https://amzn.to/4llytGr (its a great all-rounder for papers, toppers and i even use it to print and shape my "print, cut and form" flowers) and the best bit is i get it delivered to my door so i don't have to carry a ream of paper around when i go shopping

The supplies list for the above card

Golden Peony Paper Pack - https://shop.obyd.co.uk/b/bR4wi

Golden Peony Topper and sentiment sheet - https://shop.obyd.co.uk/b/NX9ZK

Spellbinders embossing folder - https://amzn.to/4k6xadg

The leaves - Sizzix Leaf die set (die cut in mirror card) - https://amzn.to/449nBV6

Gold mirror card bundle bargain (perfect for matting and layering) - https://amzn.to/3ZJBbgu

I used a soft grey mini ink pad to edge some of the panels on the inside of the card - you can find the one i used on amazon here: https://amzn.to/4edDu1i

Adhesive Tape pen - https://amzn.to/4eeRyrk

Perfect for using with your dies

Thank you for reading!

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