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Rick Adkins Designs Come make cards with me! I will teach you how you can create cute projects and cards. Rick is not only a gifted artisan but also a prolific blogger and YouTuber.

Rick Adkins is a multi-talented individual known for his extensive experience in the world of crafting and artistry. With over eight years of dedicated card-making expertise and more than two decades as a skilled artist, Rick has made a significant mark in the creative community. Rick's journey in the arts began with a deep-rooted passion for creativity and self-expression. He embarked on this artistic path by earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Printmaking from Jacksonville State University, honing his skills and knowledge to perfection. Notably, Rick Adkins is a respected member of the Rabbit Hole Designs Design Team, where he continually contributes his unique artistic insights and talents to the crafting world. This prestigious role reflects his commitment to advancing the art of card making and design. Through these platforms, he shares his vast knowledge, tips, and creative techniques with a global audience. His mission is to inspire and empower others to explore their artistic potential, firmly believing that creativity resides within the fingertips of everyone. A core philosophy that Rick Adkins advocates for is the idea of resourceful crafting. He encourages fellow crafters to make the most of their creative time by using supplies already available in their stash. This practical approach not only sparks ingenuity but also fosters a sense of sustainability in the crafting community. In summary, Rick Adkins is a seasoned card maker, a skilled artist, a devoted husband, a loving pet parent, a prominent member of the Rabbit Hole Designs Design Team, and a passionate advocate for accessible creativity. Through his blogging, YouTube channel, and artistic contributions, he continues to inspire and elevate the world of crafting, leaving a lasting impact on all who engage with his work.

Patterned paper can do much more than fill a background! I used bold Halloween prints, solid cardstock, scraps, and die ...
09/20/2026

Patterned paper can do much more than fill a background! I used bold Halloween prints, solid cardstock, scraps, and die cuts to create eight different cardsā€”what patterned paper technique do you use most?

Well, Facebook has decided to make things a little more complicated for small business owners/creators. šŸ™ƒIā€™ve recently (...
09/20/2026

Well, Facebook has decided to make things a little more complicated for small business owners/creators. šŸ™ƒ

Iā€™ve recently (today) been notified that my Facebook Business Page is limited to two link shares per month unless I subscribe to Meta Verified/Metaā€™s paid business offering at $49.99 per month.

And, as much as I love sharing my cardmaking projects with you here, thatā€™s not happening.

As a very small, independent business/ creator, I simply canā€™t justify spending nearly $50 every month just to be able to share links on Facebook.

This does affect the way I normally use this page. I regularly share links to my blog posts, YouTube videos, tutorials, and occasionally affiliate links for products I genuinely use and recommend. When I share an affiliate link, I always include a small affiliate disclosure so you know that I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through that linkā€”at no additional cost to you.

So, going forward, Facebook may not be the best place to find all of my links.

But donā€™t worryā€”Iā€™m not going anywhere! ā¤ļø

You can still find everything Iā€™m creating through:

šŸ–„ļø My blog ā€“ cardmaking tutorials, inspiration, tips, and project details

šŸŽ„ My YouTube channel ā€“ cardmaking tutorials, coloring, techniques, and more

šŸ“§ My weekly newsletter ā€“ where Iā€™ll be sharing new projects, helpful tips, and links directly with you

If you enjoy following my cardmaking adventures, joining my email list is probably the best way to make sure you donā€™t miss anything.

And, of course, you can keep hanging out with me right here on Facebook. Iā€™ll still be sharing photos, ideas, tips, behind-the-scenes peeks, and plenty of cardmaking inspirationā€”I just may not be able to attach a link to everything anymore.

Iā€™d much rather spend that $49.99 creating cards, filming tutorials, and making things for you than paying Facebook for the privilege of sharing a link.

Thanks for being here and supporting my little creative corner of the internet. It truly means more than you know. ā¤ļø

ā€” Rick

09/20/2026

What if you let the patterned paper do more of the designing for you? šŸŽƒ

I used bold Halloween patterns as backgrounds, focal points, strips, and die-cut accents to create 8 different cards.

The trick? Let one pattern be the star and give the eye somewhere to rest.

Save this idea for your next patterned paper card!

One thing I think is easy to overlook when choosing between Distress Inks and Distress Oxide Inks is how much the backgr...
09/20/2026

One thing I think is easy to overlook when choosing between Distress Inks and Distress Oxide Inks is how much the background needs to support the focal point. I like thinking about whether I want transparent layers of color or a softer, more opaque look before I start blending.

If youā€™re trying to get more predictable results from your ink blending, read the comparison and try both with the inks you already have.
https://www.rckinsmonstudio.net/post/which-is-better-distress-inks-or-distress-oxide-inks

One thing I really like about this Dutch Door Fun Fold Card is that the shaped opening does so much of the design work, ...
09/19/2026

One thing I really like about this Dutch Door Fun Fold Card is that the shaped opening does so much of the design work, which means I donā€™t have to keep adding layers and embellishments to make the card interesting.

If fun folds sometimes feel intimidating, this is a great one to try because the construction is simple and the 1 1/2-inch trim creates the opening; you can watch the tutorial or read the blog post when youā€™re ready to give it a try.

https://www.rckinsmonstudio.net/post/dutch-door-fun-fold-card-tutorial-an-easy-halloween-design

One design trick I used on this card was letting the black cardstock do some of the organizing for meā€”it separates the b...
09/18/2026

One design trick I used on this card was letting the black cardstock do some of the organizing for meā€”it separates the busy Galaxy pattern paper from the stamped focal area and keeps all those colorful fall images from competing with each other. If your layered cards ever start feeling too busy, try adding a solid-color border between your patterned and stamped elements; it can make a surprisingly big difference!
https://www.rckinsmonstudio.net/post/what-happens-when-fall-stamps-meet-a-spooky-halloween-background

I love how a triple panel fun fold can make a card feel special without making the design complicated, and the Paper Ros...
09/17/2026

I love how a triple panel fun fold can make a card feel special without making the design complicated, and the Paper Rose Studio Pink Halloween 6x6 Pattern Paper, Pink Halloween Embossed Die Cuts, Pink Halloween 6x8" Die Cuts & Sentiments, Charcoal Black A4 Cardstock, and Cherry Blossom Pink A4 Cardstock made this one come together beautifully. What theme would you try with this fold?
https://www.rckinsmonstudio.net/post/how-to-make-a-triple-panel-fun-fold-halloween-card

One thing that can make floral coloring feel much easier is to stop trying to shade every petal equally and concentrate ...
09/17/2026

One thing that can make floral coloring feel much easier is to stop trying to shade every petal equally and concentrate your darkest values where the petals overlap. I used that approach with the Unity Stamp Company Heirloom Mum Stamp Set, alcohol markers, and colored pencils, and it made a big difference in the depth of the flower.

If you're working on a detailed stamped image that feels a little flat, give this idea a try and see what happens!
https://www.rckinsmonstudio.net/post/from-stamped-mum-to-fall-showstopper-coloring-techniques-for-handmade-cards

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