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Cathy Makes a Card: the blog post

Cathy Makes a Card: the blog post

For today’s livestream (July 29, 2026), I’m giving away at $25 gift card to the Simon Says Stamp shop. Just leave a comment below! I’ll choose a winner on Thursday, July 30th, in the morning.

Note: the giveaway is now closed.

The winner is:

Congrats, Janice! I have emailed you with the details.

All supplies for this week’s livestream will be listed at the bottom of this post. In the meantime, check out the live (or replay) here: 

If you haven’t tried this painting method, give it a go! It’s so fun to see what you end up with.

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  5. Diana Sheely says

    I’m sort of new to your videos, but I really enjoy them. I always learn a few tips and tricks.

  6. Mel H says

    I love that you made the card for your daughter! And I’m going to try that paint technique soon…probably after moving my daughter to her new college apartment.

  7. Antoinette Anderson says

    Thank you for the painting videos! They are really fun. I hope your #1 loves her card!

  9. Fern Goldman says

    Cathy, I am very grateful for every video you share. Please know that I do read your blog and emails. You are the best!

  11. Mary Baure says

    Thank you for your informative video’s and for being such a generous person and giving us the opportunity to win a gift card 🙂

  12. Danielle Pajot says

    I really enjoy your process and it was great to see a new technique to use with distress paints. It is such a joy to see you create and today it was fun to see you do something different today! Thank you for inspiring us!!!

  15. Joy Mendez says

    I was just about to give away some acrylic paints but now maybe I’ll keep them and give this a try. Thanks for the inspiration!

  16. Cynthia C. says

    Thank you for the chance to win and be careful!! I fell last year and am still recovering from a bad shoulder fracture. Getting older isn’t always easy!!

  18. Heather Joy says

    Another super fun Live today Cathy.
    Hawaii would be nice but I like my own house too much
    cheers

  20. Heather says

    I have been following you since the beginning! Love your humor (Long live ade to the AC!) and all the tips you provide. Watching your full videos are well worth the time! I would watch without any giveaway, but a chance to win something is always fun too!

  21. Kris Keel says

    Love to watch your videos as I know I will learn something, I will get a few chuckles in and will want to go and try out the new techniques.

  24. Betsy McIntosh says

    Love your LIVE videos! You don’t need to have giveaways to keep me as a loyal viewer. If you want to have a giveaway, do it randomly and vary what we can win! I personally would love to receive a card made by you or a SSS gift certificate. Thanks!

  25. Benita Lundgren says

    You are so funny to watch, and I mean it in the nicest way;) i always learn a thing or two too, so Thank you

  26. Colleen says

    I love the colours and style of these so much! I’m newer at this, and very late being 54 , but glad I can learn from you. Thank you!!

  29. Laura Miller says

    Did I win the trip to Hawaii? JK I love your cards very much. You are generous to offer any prize because I just enjoy your Lives. I did make a card I won previously into the cover of my 2026 planner so I see it every day! Thanks for sharing

  31. Barb Glasier says

    I love your videos and watch every week I did get one of your cards in the past

  34. Patricia Krahn says

    First time viewer here, and totally loved your video! I never would have thought about using paint like this. Great looking!

  36. Pam Carelli says

    You’re cards are always amazing, and I learn so much every time I watch a live, even if it’s on replay. Thank you so much for doing these!

  37. Kristina Marie Hollomon says

    I love the card that you made for your daughter! I have 4 daughters and 6 sons and I too think it would be hilarious to send the same “You Are The Best” type card to each one!

  38. Maggie Blair says

    Fun live today! I comment every now and then because I figured everyone was doing it and I don’t want to seem greedy. Now that I know, I’ll comment all the time. I do use your shipping links on the blog quote often. 😍

  39. Sylvia Torres says

    Thank you Cathy! I love the paint technique you used for the artsy background. Your daughter will love this card.

  40. Kelle L says

    Love the paint-y backgrounds. The Thanks card has a whole different vibe from the one you created for your daughter.
    I agree that the hole is in a weird place for the first scraper. It made me think I was using it upside-down.

  41. Kim Wakeman says

    A great live today – I definitely need to invest in some paints and give this technique a try. Love the card as I’m sure you’re daughter will x

  42. Pam Carelli says

    Thank you Cathy! I learn so much every time I watch a live, even if it’s on replay.

  43. Shannon Bettis says

    Loved your live Cathy as always! Loved seeing you play with distress paints which I would like to do. Your daughter will love your card. Loved your theme song.

  44. Michele Mercer says

    Thank you for the inspiration using paints to make the background for cards. I enjoyed your livestream today!

  45. Robin Palmer says

    As a retired teacher I can’t help but get excited over teacher/school stamp and dies. I will be making cards for my teacher friends and also making labels for them to use in their classrooms! Thanks for the tallest sets Cathy!

  46. Pauly Norby says

    Happy Wednesday Cathy! I look forward to watching your Live’s every week – I have you on my calendar. You are such a joy to watch and listen to – you have so much wonderful knowledge and I learn so much from you AND you are so entertaining and make me laugh! Something I don’t get to do much these days. Love today’s card and I’m sure your daughter will as well. Have an amazing week!

  47. Robin Lindsay says

    Thanks for showing us the paint technique again. I love it and I have already bought some distress paints!!

    • Paula Marie says

      I have 2 girls, then had a boy. I tell my oldest she is my favorite first born and my favorite oldest daughter. I tell my 2nd child she is my favorite middle child and my favorite youngest daughter. I tell my son he is my favorite son and favorite youngest child! Your cards are AMAZING, Cathy! LOVE seeing what you come up with! And I hate shoes, too! Haha!

  48. Roberta S. says

    This paint technique is so cool. Thank you for another great Wednesday Live. I love the community you have built on your Wednesday lives. Have a great rest of your week, Cathy.

  50. Lena N says

    Thank you for a great vlog! I learn from watching and learning how to make a card! You are an inspiration to us!

  51. Jami Maxson says

    Love your intro song!
    No need for any ‘reward’ for watching, the learning and enjoyment is enough. However, idea I had you almost mentioned at end. Was going to suggest giving SSS certificate w release videos. Or maybe those and when using SSS products, like today?
    Don’t forget to look for Simon’s paste spreaders if he doesn’t text you.
    Will keep watching and enjoying!

  52. Lori says

    Caught your live today near the end. I will need to go back and watch your background technique, because I love it. Thanks for doing videos!

  53. Cordelia Ralph says

    Cathy, you are the best and we all know it!!! Thank you for doing lives, you make my day better every Wednesday ❤️

  54. Debbi says

    Love the video and card today! Thank you for all you do. You are very inspiring 😀

  56. Corina Razo says

    Another great tutorial. Love your style. Thank you for being a great, giving human!

  57. Janet Hindman says

    I love your lives, and the SSS gift card offer is icing on the cake! Thank you!

  58. Deltha Sharp says

    Love the technique and love the “Moira Rose” style skatting at the beginning!

  59. Paula Winkler says

    Looooove your channel Cathy, it makes me so happy to watch you craft and creative. You are extremely talented and find you to be very sweet.

    Love the song and fast healing from your fall!

  60. Lora Knudsen says

    I love your card from today. Again, you had inspired me to use my paints. I make a bunch at a time and use some for backgrounds and others to cute my dies out with. I love your lives and try to catch them when I can.

  61. Lori Ann Raposa says

    Great video today! I appreciate the fondness used when you talk about your daughter! Mother/daughter relationships are precious. I’m sure your daughter will love the card!

  62. Jo-Anne Tedford says

    Your daughter will love that beautiful card. Would not work for me, I have 2 daughters. 😂 I only 1 son though 💡🥰.

  64. Tracy Stedman says

    To make a short answer long, I experienced deja vu when I tuned in to the live in the last few minutes of it. I knew I had seen you using that technique with the distress paints and even someone asking about Gina’s masking magic and the purple paint tape and everything. It was so familiar! I was very confused until I began the replay and you asked if anyone saw the previous video using this technique.
    So, the short answer is Yes, I saw the previous video and loved it. I tried the technique with some old acrylic paint and then with distress ink–they were aweful. I’m not discouraged, however; I’ll try again.

  70. JoAnn Fernandez says

    THank you for helping me think outside of the box. I love the painted background and its definitely something I will be revisiting.

  71. Linda Montgomery says

    Oh, pick me! You’re lucky your daughter lives close by. I’m a recent empty-nester, and I miss my twin daughters very much. Cardmaking is my therapy! I love your painted cards, very pretty. 🩷💚🩵

  72. Cheryl Wallace says

    The theme song was so sweet that I always played it out to hear it but I love anything you do so you can keep your own version and that way you won’t get in trouble 😂

  74. Jo Ann Fannon says

    Love the technique for this card! Thanks for sharing. You are a great mom, and your daughter will love receiving it.

  75. Becky Solomon says

    Your panels were great. Definitely going to try this technique. I loved the card.

  76. Annie Bahde says

    I LOVE ALL THE TIPS. I AM DEFINITELY GOING TO GET SOME PAINT IN THOSE EXACT COLORS!

  78. Shirley McNeely says

    Love your #1 card to your daughter. Enjoy all your videos, you’re one of my favorites. You’re wonderfully down to earth

  79. Kelly R Gulden says

    Thank you for the LIVE today! You are a wonderful Human-Being!
    I hope your daughter loves the card as much as I loved watching you create it!

    BTW – Just watched Project Hail Mary for the 4th time – my favorite movie (replaced Out of Africa). Did you see The Odyssey yet?

    Stay cool!

  80. Terri Lee says

    Love your embellishment placement…something that simple is hard for me! However, I watch like a hawk and I’m learning. Thank you Ms. Boops!…

  81. Candy Thompson says

    You always make me laugh, and I need that. Thanks for all the inspiration to!!

  83. Kay Furnish says

    Great cards today, Cathy! And thanks for the giveaway. I’m sure everyone wants to shop at SSS. I know it’s a favorite of mine! I’m finishing up the reno on my rental and a new renter is moving in on Monday, so hopefully I can get back into my video watching!

  85. Kari says

    I truly enjoy all your content. Your style is so clear… even when you try new things like abstract art… it’s still you! Love that. I don’t “need” a giveaway… I would treasure a card from you or a gift card to SSS would definitely be a treat. Just know I’ll watch and thumbs up without those perks.

  86. Cindy Drevs says

    Love this painting technique! Your card backgrounds were beautiful! Thanks for the inspiration to try this!!💕

  87. Mary Fender says

    I loved this technique! I never miss a video! And BTW, I did witness the Butt Cam incident and the only thing I thought was “I have those shorts too!” 😉😂😜

  88. Karen Schroeder says

    Love all the card backgrounds you created! Your daughter will love getting the card in the mail!

  89. Jenn Bailey says

    Cathy this was such a fun video to watch! I love your stories just as much as I love your cards. I’m so inspired to make this card for my daughter as well. 💌

  90. Deanna Richeson says

    Thanks so much for your fun video! I loved it and I love watching and listening to you!

  92. Deborah S Mcginniss says

    Love what you do!… and love lustening and learning from you. Please remember its summer and most are outside and not watching shows.
    Hawaii would be nice and ill go with you. If not possible then a giftcard or card would be special.

  95. Lory says

    Great card. Wondering if you can stamp using dye inks on the acrylic painted backgrounds?

  96. Tara H. says

    I’m loving this dragging paint technique. Might try it with reinkers too. I see a BIG mess in my future. Your daughter will love the card ♥️

  97. Frannie R says

    Love your intro… Made me laugh! I am going to try this card. It is a very different look than I usually make. Thanks for your video and instructions.

  98. Carol Wineman says

    Watched this on replay. Great video. Love watching your videos as I feel like I’m sitting in my craft room with a dear friend, just crafting and kibbitzing

  100. JenBestel says

    I am not a messy paint kinda gal but you’ve inspired me today! This is very pretty and unique!

  101. Laurie Jamer says

    Love this technique! You’ve inspired me to give it a try! Beautiful card ❤️

  102. Robin Kuketz says

    I love this new technique. Do I need to start a paint collection, too? Great card!

  104. Darlene Debardelben says

    You have truly inspired me with your techniques. I am new to card making, and this is the first time I’ve watched your videos.
    Thank you for generously sharing your creative ideas, your techniques, and the products you use. I truly appreciate your willingness to teach and inspire others.

  105. Candy says

    I always love your blogs. I always learn something or are reminded of something or a technique. It’s always nice to win something. (card, gift card, trip to Hawaii) But the real win is the lessons from your video.

  107. Charise Ferguson says

    Cathy! You are such a joy to watch. I’m new to card making and have found that you have a relaxing way of teaching that I have found so easy to follow. Your subtle jokes don’t go unnoticed and I find myself laughing out loud at times. Thank you for sharing your creative genius with us, keep it up!!

  108. Jan Labbate says

    I love this card. I, too, have one daughter so I ordered the supplies and can’t wait to make it. thanks, Cathy.

  109. Staci says

    Cathy, I loved your catchy tune! Made me giggle that you did it that way. I think you should always open the show that way. Great card today, btw. I usually don’t get to watch you live as I’m usually at work, but today I was in the moment! 😁 Thanks for the great inspiration today.

  110. Christine Latham says

    I always look forward to Wednesday at noon and your live. You are a breath of fresh air and such a hoot! Not only do I learn many different techniques but I have at least an hour of laughter. Thanks for all you do, Cathy Z. You’re the absolute best!

  112. Sandy Liles says

    I have got to try these backgrounds! I am thinking red and green with some gold for Christmas ones!

  113. Tracey Wicker says

    Oh boy! Really enjoyed the live yesterday & your cards. Knew I’d forget to come here so probably too late to enter. Nevermind. I’ll still be back next week

  115. Risa K Woods says

    I think most of us would always appreciate gift cards for “stuff”, but I also think most of us would say that it’s not necessary. I personally love your cards & was giddy when I won a previous card! It is much more meaningful to receive a handmade card from you than a gift card & I firmly believe that’s what this community is all about-meaningful, caring interactions and sharing ideas so we can all learn new things. I also don’t think it matters if you are “tardy” in sending out cards-it’s all about the thrill of receiving it. Someone mentioned that maybe you could just do a gift card for the SSS release & that’s a good idea, as well. Also, just a thought-pick one day of the month & mail all the cards out at once. Anyway, just my humble opinion(S), lolol! As always-love your work & your products. Thank you.