Two handmade fall cards side by side. The left card features a watercolor pumpkin background in orange, blue, and gray with a sentiment banner reading “You’re the pumpkin to my spice. Life’s just sweeter with you around” accented with a tiny coffee cup and gray twine bow. The right card has a colorful watercolor leaf background in pink, orange, and violet with a sentiment banner reading “Each falling leaf is a love letter from the earth, reminding us to slow down” accented with fussy cut leaves and a black twine bow. Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com
JAM Sesh - Just a Minute - Unity Stamp Company - Unity stamps by me - video

Colorful Fall Vibes with Distress Watercolor Pencils

Fall cardmaking just makes my heart happy. There’s something about pumpkins, leaves, and cozy sayings that feels like wrapping up in your favorite blanket with a warm drink. Today I’m sharing two autumn-inspired cards featuring the brand-new Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice sentiment kit from Unity Stamp Company. I used Distress Watercolor Pencils to bring both designs to life, and they were such a joy to color. There’s even a quick Jam Sesh video for the pumpkin card if you want to watch it come together.

Two handmade fall cards side by side. The left card features a watercolor pumpkin background in orange, blue, and gray with a sentiment banner reading “You’re the pumpkin to my spice. Life’s just sweeter with you around” accented with a tiny coffee cup and gray twine bow. The right card has a colorful watercolor leaf background in pink, orange, and violet with a sentiment banner reading “Each falling leaf is a love letter from the earth, reminding us to slow down” accented with fussy cut leaves and a black twine bow. Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com

Just A Minute {JAM} Session Videos are short videos with simple ideas or techniques to help spark your creativity. These quick ideas do not require much explanation, but seeing them in action can be the perfect inspiration you need for your next project. Watch it on YouTube.


Featured Unity Supplies

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice
Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice

USC
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch

USC
Frondescence
Frondescence

USC
Scallops & Banners Dies
Scallops & Banners Dies

USC

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Pumpkin Spice Happiness

Handmade fall card featuring a background of watercolor pumpkins in orange, blue, and gray with green leaves. A white banner showcases the sentiment “You’re the pumpkin to my spice. Life’s just sweeter with you around” accented with a tiny coffee cup and gray twine bow. Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com

This card is all about cozy fall comfort. Since the sentiment is pumpkin spice themed, it only made sense to pair it with a big, bold pumpkin background. I reached for my favorite trendy pumpkin tones—orange, warm grey, and a playful pop of blue—for a fresh yet rustic mix. The banner sentiment takes center stage, tied off with a simple bow of gray twine for texture. And of course, I couldn’t resist adding the tiniest coffee cup from the stamp set as a nod to those pumpkin spice lattes we all love. It’s such a cheerful way to say thanks or brighten someone’s day.

Distress Watercolor Pencils: Carved Pumpkin, Wild Honey, Rusty Hinge; Pumice Stone, Hickory Smoke; Mermaid Lagoon, Faded Jeans; Peeled Paint, Bundled Sage; Stormy Sky

Handmade fall card featuring a background of watercolor pumpkins in orange, blue, and gray with green leaves. A white banner showcases the sentiment “You’re the pumpkin to my spice. Life’s just sweeter with you around” accented with a tiny coffee cup and gray twine bow. Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com

When I created the background, I let the Distress Watercolor Pencils do the heavy lifting. The colors blend so beautifully on cardstock, giving the pumpkins depth and variation without a lot of fuss. If you are not comfortable watercoloring on cardstock, use your favorite watercolor paper instead.

Falling Leaves of Autumn

Handmade autumn card with a colorful background of watercolor leaves in pink, orange, and violet. A white banner holds the sentiment “Each falling leaf is a love letter from the earth, reminding us to slow down” with extra fussy cut leaves and a black twine bow for detail. Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com

For the second card, I wanted to capture that magical moment when the leaves begin to change. The sentiment is so thoughtful, reminding us to slow down, so a background full of scattered leaves felt just right. I watercolored with shades of red, yellow, and soft violet for a colorful yet serene fall scene. It’s the kind of background that instantly sets the mood for the season.

Distress Watercolor Pencils: Candied Apple, Seedless Preserves, Scattered Straw; Faded Jeans

Handmade autumn card with a colorful background of watercolor leaves in pink, orange, and violet. A white banner holds the sentiment “Each falling leaf is a love letter from the earth, reminding us to slow down” with extra fussy cut leaves and a black twine bow for detail. Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com

The sentiment banner is framed with just a few extra leaves from the stamp set, fussy cut, and adhered. I love how they seem to be tumbling down around the words, echoing the feeling of falling leaves. The black twine bow pulls the whole card together with a simple but striking accent.

I just love how both of these cards capture the cozy feel of fall in their own way. Pumpkins, leaves, and a little watercolor magic make the season shine on paper. I hope they bring you a spark of inspiration for your next crafty session. What fall colors are you reaching for right now?

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.

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice
Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice

USC
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Patch

USC
Frondescence
Frondescence

USC
Scallops & Banners Dies
Scallops & Banners Dies

USC
Hammermill Cardstock
Hammermill Cardstock

AMZ
Nocturne ink
Nocturne ink

SBC | AMZ
Distress WC Pencils {sets 1-3}
Distress WC Pencils {sets 1-3}

SBC | AMZ
Distress WC Pencils {sets 4-6}
Distress WC Pencils {sets 4-6}

SBC | AMZ

Most Used Tools

1.5
1.5″ block

SB | OTH
Big Shot
Big Shot

SB
Black Stamping Tool
Black Stamping Tool

SB
Blending Brushes
Blending Brushes

AMZ
Blending Brushes Large
Blending Brushes Large

AMZ
Blending Brushes Medium
Blending Brushes Medium

AMZ
Blending Brushes Mini
Blending Brushes Mini

AMZ
Blending Brushes Small
Blending Brushes Small

AMZ
Connect Glue
Connect Glue

SB
Cutter Bee Scissors
Cutter Bee Scissors

SB | SSS
Die Cut Envelope
Die Cut Envelope

AMZ
Foam Roll - 2 Inch
Foam Roll – 2 Inch

SB
Foam Roll Combo Pack
Foam Roll Combo Pack

SB
Grip Mat 4.75x6
Grip Mat 4.75×6

AMZ
Grip Mat 6.5x8.5
Grip Mat 6.5×8.5

AMZ
Grip Mat 6x6
Grip Mat 6×6

AMZ
Media Mat Mini
Media Mat Mini

SB | SSS
Mini Blending Brushes
Mini Blending Brushes

AMZ
Mini Stencil Mat**
Mini Stencil Mat**

SB
Mini Trimmer
Mini Trimmer

SB
MISTI - Mini
MISTI – Mini

SB | SSS
MISTI - Original
MISTI – Original

SB | SSS
MISTI - Original - Black
MISTI – Original – Black

SB
MISTI Corners
MISTI Corners

SB | AMZ
Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive
Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive

SB
Post It Note Tape
Post It Note Tape

AMZ
Reverse Tweezers
Reverse Tweezers

SB
Sticky Mat
Sticky Mat

SB
Triangle Trays
Triangle Trays

AMZ
White Gel Pens
White Gel Pens

SB | AMZ
White Glass Mat
White Glass Mat

SB | OTH | AMZ
Two handmade fall cards side by side. The left card features a watercolor pumpkin background in orange, blue, and gray with a sentiment banner reading “You’re the pumpkin to my spice. Life’s just sweeter with you around” accented with a tiny coffee cup and gray twine bow. The right card has a colorful watercolor leaf background in pink, orange, and violet with a sentiment banner reading “Each falling leaf is a love letter from the earth, reminding us to slow down” accented with fussy cut leaves and a black twine bow. Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com

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