Relaxing Waterside Birthday Wishes in Barley Blush
It's time for another round of our Monochromatic Hop, and we're celebrating the brand-new 2026–2028 In Colors ! First up is Barley Blush , a soft and calming pink that was perfect for creating a peaceful waterside retreat. When I saw the chair from the Relaxing Waterside set, I immediately pictured a quiet afternoon by the water with a cup of tea, a good book, and a few feathered visitors stopping by to say hello. Sometimes cardmaking is about telling a little story, and this one feels like the perfect birthday escape. Background Layer Start with a Barley Blush card base and add a layer of coordinating floral Designer Series Paper. The soft floral pattern adds plenty of detail while keeping the monochromatic theme front and centre. I added the ribbon around the DSP then adhered it. Layered Panels Die cut a large stitched circle from Basic White cardstock and adhere it to the centre of the card front. This creates a clean focal area that helps the detailed stamped imag...
