Welcome to the very first Butterfly Inspirations Blog Hop! I’m so excited to be joining this talented group of creative ladies as we share projects inspired by this month’s theme: Red, White, and Blue.

With our nation’s 250th birthday celebration just around the corner in July 2026, this theme felt especially meaningful to me. Patriotism has always held a special place in my heart. My dad proudly served in the Army, my husband served in the Air Force, and my oldest son is currently a Marine. When I sat down to create for this hop, I knew I wanted to make a card that honored those who have served and continue to serve our country.

Be sure to visit all of the talented designers participating in today’s hop! Each of us has created a unique project inspired by the Red, White, and Blue theme, and I know you’ll find plenty of inspiration along the way.

For today’s card, I reached for the Service Essentials Bundle to create a patriotic thank-you card. I paired Real Red, Basic White, Secret Sea, and Misty Moonlight with a striped pattern from Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper to create my red, white, and blue color palette. The silver foil dog tag adds a fun focal point, while a star cut from Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper brings just a little bit of sparkle. I love how these simple elements came together to create a meaningful card for honoring those who have served.

Ready to create your own patriotic thank-you card? Watch the video tutorial below, then scroll down for the dimensions and card recipe.

Video Tutorial

Dimensions

• Secret Sea: (card base) 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
• Basic White: (2) 5 1/4″ x 4″
• Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper: 5 1/8″ x 3 7/8″

Card Recipe

On Basic White scrap cardstock, stamp the “wings” image and sentiment using Real Red ink. Die cut using the coordinating Service Essentials Dies.

Die cut or punch:

• Basic White: 1 large star and 1 small star
• Misty Moonlight: badge
• Silver Foil: dog tag, chain, and stars bar
• Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper: small heart
• Real Red: small heart and 1-3/4″ circle punch

Stamp small stars onto the Misty Moonlight badge using Misty Moonlight ink.

On one Basic White layer, stamp the stars and sentiment using Real Red and Secret Sea inks.

Assemble card as shown.

Thank you for stopping by today! Be sure to continue hopping along to see the amazing Red, White, and Blue projects created by the other talented designers.

Next up is Patricia! Click the link below to visit her blog and see her creative take on this month’s theme. Be sure to continue hopping along to enjoy all of the inspiring projects!

June Blog Hoppers

Patricia Houser

Sally McFadden

Tina Taylor

Donna Biderman

Tonya Bowers <—- You are here

Service Essentials Bundle (English) [167438]	Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102482]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780]	Secret Sea 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [165624]
Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [153081]	Waterside Retreat 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [167920]	Silver 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Foil Sheets [163387]	Peaceful Garden 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Glimmer Paper [165929]
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]	Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad [153118]	Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad [165285]