Creating cards for pet lovers is special, and today’s card is paw-sitively wonderful! Using one of Unity Stamp Company’s new Rescue Tales stamps, I’ve colored this adorable pup inspired by my dog, Miles. These stamps celebrate furry friends, and 10% of sales go to animal rescues and shelters—a cause close to my heart.

Check out the video sharing the entire coloring and card making process. It’s packed with tips and tricks for achieving the perfect pet-inspired card.

Assemble This! Videos are more detailed as we create this card together step-by-step. You’ll get all my tips and tricks to inspire your next card. Watch on YouTube. I’d love it if you’d subscribe to my channel! You’ll be the first to know when a new tutorial goes up too.

Featured Unity Supplies

Winston USC

Rescue Tails & Happy Trails USC

Deckle & Stitches Nesting Dies USC

Love-Struck {paper} USC

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Paw-sitively Adorable Design

This card showcases Winston paired with a sweet sentiment from the coordinating sentiment set. Layered patterned papers in kraft, red, and teal create a warm and playful design. The deckle-edged die cuts add subtle texture, while the simple layout keeps the focus on the adorable pup. Twine adds a rustic touch for a bit of extra charm.

For the coloring, I drew inspiration from my dog Miles to bring this adorable little pup to life using Copic alcohol markers. The versatility of this stamp lies in its ability to customize the pup’s coloring, making it perfect to celebrate any furry friend in your life.

Copic Colors

• Dog: E33, E35, E50, E57; 0
• Heart: R22, R27

Creative Tips & Techniques

• Customize the Dog: Use a photo of the new furry friend as a reference to match the dog’s coloring. This makes the card even more personal and thoughtful. Pay attention to unique markings, fur patterns, and tones to create a truly special piece.
• Layer Smartly: Combine patterned papers with complementary colors and designs to create balance and visual interest. Mixing stripes, hearts, or other subtle patterns in the same color family keeps the background playful yet cohesive.
• Frame the Focal Point: The die cut frame highlights both the dog and the sentiment, creating a clean focal point. Layering patterned papers behind the die cut adds depth and ties the entire design together, giving it a polished and cohesive feel.
• Add Simple Texture: Twine is an easy and effective way to bring texture to your card. Wrap it around a paper layer or tie it into a small bow to add a rustic, handmade touch that complements the design.
• Reuse the Layout: This layout is perfect for a variety of stamps and occasions. Swap the dog for seasonal images, florals, or other focal points. Experiment with different patterns and color schemes to make the design feel fresh and versatile every time.

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Thank you for joining me today. I sincerely hope that today’s project inspires you. If you create something, feel free to tag me, @dahlhousedesigns, on social media as I would be thrilled to see it! Plus, join us in the Unity Show & Tell Facebook group to share your Unity creations. It is such a fun and loving group of creators.

Supplies

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Please Note: Product names with ** are suggested supply substitutions if I use something discontinued or hard to find.

Discontinued: Walnut Cream Cardstock {Bazzill Basics}

Winston USC	Rescue Tails & Happy Trails USC	Deckle & Stitches Nesting Dies USC	Love-Struck {paper} USC	Tuxedo Black SBC | JO
Vintage Photo SBC	Natural Jute Twine AMZ

Most Used Tools

MISTI – Original SB | SSS	MISTI – Original – Black SB	MISTI – Mini SB | SSS	White Glass Mat SB | OTH | AMZ	Foam Roll Combo Pack SB
Foam Roll – 2 Inch SB	Stamping Tool SB	Grip Mat 6×6 SB	Media Mat Mini SB | SSS	Mini Stencil Mat** SB
Multi-Use Mat SB	Cutter Bee Scissors SB | SSS	Reverse Tweezers SB	Glossy Accents SB	Glue Bottle SB
Connect Glue SB	Blending Brushes AMZ	Mini Blending Brushes AMZ	Finger Blending Brushes AMZ	Jewel Picker AMZ
Rhinestone Pencil AMZ	Post It Note Tape AMZ	ATG Adhesive Tape AMZ	Big Shot SB	Mini Trimmer SB
White Pen AMZ	White Gel Pens SB | AMZ | EH	Artist-Tac Micro Dot Adhesive AMZ	T rulers AMZ	1.5″ block SB | OTH