I’m back with another fun and fashionable card featuring the La-La Land Crafts July 2025 Kit of the Month! This month’s kit is bursting with city vibes, shopping glam, and stylish accessories—so of course, I had to bring it all together in one fabulous scene. Let’s break down how this city-chic card came to life!
Build the City: Stenciling the Background
To set the scene, I started by creating the city skyline using the Skyscrapers Stencil Set. I blended Black Soot Distress Ink over gray cardstock—perfect for a stylish shopping day downtown! The stenciled skyscrapers added instant depth and drama to the card.
Layer It Up: Die Cut Details
Next, I layered the background die-cut panel using paper from the In the City Paper Pack and the Circle Bookplate Die. This helped frame the scene around Marci’s shopping adventure.
Bring Marci to Life: Copic Coloring Time
For the star of the show—Shopping Marci! I stamped her in a Copic-friendly black ink and colored the image with Copic markers. I’ve been experimenting with creating patterns in clothing, and I added some simple hearts to her top.
Accessorize, Accessorize! Die Cutting the Extras
No shopping trip is complete without a tote (or two)! I used the dies from the kit to cut out both tote bags, then added finishing touches using the Cherry Blossom Branches Die. It’s all in the details, right?
To finish the card, I added the sentiment to tie everything together.
I hope this card inspires you to play with the July 2025 KOTM and create your own city-inspired masterpiece. Let me know in the comments if you’re crafting with this kit—I’d love to see your take!
– Shopping Tags Die
– Shopping Totes Die
