Varada Sharma

Varada Sharma Spreading kindness and cheer. One card or paper crafting project at a time.

Varadasharma.com is a DIY blog that features how-to's on handmade greeting cards, home decor and paper crafts.

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06/17/2026

Want to make 5 unique cards without spending days in the craft room? {I know we all love to spend days in the craft room, but let's be real, sometimes we need more output with little time!} Let’s talk about the magic of batch processing! 🛠️✨

In my latest project, I put together a set of 5 encouraging cards by batching each step of the process. I did all my gold heat embossing (using ) at once for the sentiments, prepped my gorgeous floral focal points (using washi tape) in one go, and played with a mix of stencils from , , and using Stencil Butters! 🎨

Keeping the techniques the same while varying the designs let me create a cohesive set super quickly. (And yes, I even share how I covered up a little stenciling 'boo-boo' on one of them—swipe to see how it became a 'feature', not a bug! 😂)

Check out the full breakdown and tips on the blog today! Link in bio. 🌸

06/11/2026

Hey guys! 💛💙 Sharing a simple but cute encouragement card today using one of my absolute favorite color combinations—yellow and blue!

I started with a hint of stenciling in the background for a little extra interest, then combined a few different styles of die-cut flowers and leaves (some layered, some flat) to create this fun, dimensional cluster. Finished it off with a sweet "Hang in there, friend" sentiment.

I’m planning to share more encouragement and support cards soon, so stay tuned! I hope this gives you some inspiration for your next project. Enjoy! 👇 Let me know what your favorite color combo is in the comments!

06/03/2026

Same flowers, completely new vibe! 🌸✨ Today I’m showing you how to stretch your stamps and utilize those 12x12 paper pads!

Instead of sticking to a standard A2 size, I went with a 4x6 top-folding card base using a beautiful, subtly textured gray cardstock. Of course the flowers are from . I paired all that with white intricate frame dies from Michaels Stores , a stunning gold foil "Congrats" sentiment, and a few gems for that signature sparkle. ✨

Pro tip: Don’t let those big paper pads collect dust—slice them down for non-standard card bases to instantly elevate your layout proportions! ✂️

Full details and close-up views are on the blog at varadasharma.com (link in bio!).

Do you stick to A2 cards, or do you love changing up your card sizes? Let me know below! 👇

05/27/2026

Simple meets elegant ✨ Today I’m sharing a closer look at this dimensional birthday card featuring one of my favorite florals! 🌸

I paired an ultra-textured 3D embossed background with ink-blended Geraniums. To make everything pop, I stacked the sentiment for extra dimension, tied a delicate gold wire bow, and added a touch of sequin sparkle. Several different company products on this one as always:
- Flowers -
- Sentiment -
- Bow -
- Background embossing folder -

Is it mass-producible? Not quite a 5-minute card, but batch-ink blending makes it pretty close! 😉

Head over to the blog at varadasharma.com for all the details, close-up photos, and exact supplies used! ( )

Do you love adding 3D texture to your card backgrounds? Let me know below! 👇

05/20/2026

Don't toss those flyers! ♻️✨ Today's card is (also) all about upcycling. I used the gorgeous rose image from an marketing flyer as my focal point! 🌸

I even paired it with my new favorite thing: my personalized "Created by Varada Sharma" stamp! Check out the reel to see how I used a cover plate to hide some "oops" marks and how I lined up the stamped image behind my tag for extra depth. 🛠️🎨

Full details are over on the blog! Do you have a favorite way to upcycle your craft room "trash"? Let me know below! 👇

05/13/2026

Don’t toss that packaging! ♻️🌸 Today’s reel shows how I turned one Altenew postcard into TWO different cards.

I’m sharing a super simple note card and a textured oval design that saved the day after a little die-cutting mishap. 😅 Plus, I’m finally using the personalized stamp set sent for their anniversary—it’s so special to see my name on a stamp! ✨

Check out the full process on the blog and let me know: do you ever upcycle your craft room "scraps"? 👇🎨

05/06/2026

Who says cards have to be rectangles? 🌸✨ Today I’m sharing a fun, circular shaped card that’s all about mixing my favorites!

I combined some beautiful Altenew layering florals with a modern Simon Says Stamp sentiment and a classic Spellbinders scalloped circle. My favorite tip for this one? Ink blending over your colored cardstock die-cuts! It’s the easiest way to ditch the "flat" look and add some gorgeous dimension and interest. 🎨💖

Are you a fan of shaped cards, or do you stick to the standard A2? Let’s chat in the comments! 👇

04/29/2026

Sometimes you just have to step out of your comfort zone! 🌸✨ Today’s reel is all about embracing warm tones and playing with new textures—like this amazing stencil butter from .

I usually reach for those cool blues and purples, but there’s something so cozy about this pink and gold palette. I even used one of my own stamp designs from for those flower-y background details!

Head over to the blog for the full breakdown of how this card came together. I’d love to know—what’s one color or technique that’s totally outside your comfort zone? Let me know in the comments! 🎨👇

04/22/2026

Looking for some birthday card inspo? 🦋✨ I’m sharing a new top-folding card today that’s all about soft watercolors and shimmer!

I used a mix of watercoloring and heat embossing (using my own stamp design from rubberstamps.com!) to create this ethereal background. Those layered butterflies are a current favorite from scrapbook.com—I just can't stop using them!

Let me know what you think in the comments. Would you have gone with the teal frame or stuck with white-on-white? 🎨

04/15/2026

Celebrate big because you deserve it! 🥳✨

I am absolutely in love with the textures on this card. Between the pierced background and the dimensional floral bouquet, there is so much for the eye to catch! I went with a bold purple-to-pink gradient to give it that ultra-feminine, celebratory vibe.

Is this giving you birthday energy or "new promotion" (congratulation) vibes? Let me know in the comments! 👇

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