I Got 30+ Handmade Cards at a Scrapbook Expo 😱

I brought home 30+ handmade cards from the Stamp & Scrapbook Expo… and I’m completely blown away. 💌 This card swap haul is packed with techniques, inspiration, and beautiful designs from fellow crafters! In this long-form, relaxed “meander with me” episode, I’m flipping through ALL the handmade cards my mom and I received from a card swap class at the Stamp & Scrapbook Expo in Irving, Texas. We each made cards to exchange—and came home with an incredible collection of creativity, techniques, and inspiration. From embossing and layering to foil stickers, shaker elements, and interactive designs… these cards are NEXT LEVEL. ✨ In this video: Card swap haul (30+ handmade cards!) Unique techniques from real crafters Packaging ideas (so many went above and beyond!) My honest reactions (and a little crafting humility 😅) Inspiration for your next card project We’ll also be breaking down some of these techniques in future videos—so stay tuned! 💌 If you’ve ever thought about attending a scrapbook expo or doing a card swap… this is your sign! 👍 Like, subscribe, and share your favorite card from the video in the comments! 0:00 Welcome + What This Video Is 1:10 What is a Card Swap Class? 2:30 First Card Reveal (Pressed Flowers + Embossing) 4:30 Packaging & Presentation Ideas 6:10 Interactive Easel Christmas Card 9:00 Botanical & Coffee-Themed Cards 11:30 Halloween, Easter & Seasonal Cards 14:00 Detailed Techniques (Foil, Embossing, Layering) 16:30 My Card vs Theirs (Real Talk 😅) 18:00 More Standout Cards (Mother’s Day, Birthday, etc.) 21:00 Final Card from My Set 22:30 Bonus Goodie Bag from Class 24:00 My Mom’s Card Swap Haul 26:30 Favorite Techniques + Big Inspiration Takeaways 28:00 Final Thoughts + Why You Should Try It