Rick Adkins Designs

Rick Adkins Designs Come make cards with me! I will teach you how you can create cute projects and cards. Rick is not only a gifted artisan but also a prolific blogger and YouTuber.

Rick Adkins is a multi-talented individual known for his extensive experience in the world of crafting and artistry. With over eight years of dedicated card-making expertise and more than two decades as a skilled artist, Rick has made a significant mark in the creative community. Rick's journey in the arts began with a deep-rooted passion for creativity and self-expression. He embarked on this art

istic path by earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Printmaking from Jacksonville State University, honing his skills and knowledge to perfection. Notably, Rick Adkins is a respected member of the Rabbit Hole Designs Design Team, where he continually contributes his unique artistic insights and talents to the crafting world. This prestigious role reflects his commitment to advancing the art of card making and design. Through these platforms, he shares his vast knowledge, tips, and creative techniques with a global audience. His mission is to inspire and empower others to explore their artistic potential, firmly believing that creativity resides within the fingertips of everyone. A core philosophy that Rick Adkins advocates for is the idea of resourceful crafting. He encourages fellow crafters to make the most of their creative time by using supplies already available in their stash. This practical approach not only sparks ingenuity but also fosters a sense of sustainability in the crafting community. In summary, Rick Adkins is a seasoned card maker, a skilled artist, a devoted husband, a loving pet parent, a prominent member of the Rabbit Hole Designs Design Team, and a passionate advocate for accessible creativity. Through his blogging, YouTube channel, and artistic contributions, he continues to inspire and elevate the world of crafting, leaving a lasting impact on all who engage with his work.

Masculine cards don't have to be difficult! I used the Paper Rose Studio Lakeside Memories papers, die cuts, and a simpl...
06/16/2026

Masculine cards don't have to be difficult! I used the Paper Rose Studio Lakeside Memories papers, die cuts, and a simple fun fold to create this card with lots of interest and very little fuss. Have you found a favorite way to make masculine cards easier? You can find all the details and a video tutorial about today's project on my blog: https://tinyurl.com/Masculine-Cards-Made-Easy

I'm sharing a fun birthday card featuring the coming soon Better with Sprinkles Collection from Catherine Pooler Designs...
06/15/2026

I'm sharing a fun birthday card featuring the coming soon Better with Sprinkles Collection from Catherine Pooler Designs, and one of my favorite details is adding simple alcohol marker shading to die cuts for extra dimension. What is your favorite way to add depth to die cut images? https://tinyurl.com/Easy-Ice-Cream-Card

combined the Scrappy Boy Stamps Dragon Die Set with the Dragon Kingdom 6x9 Paper Pack to create a card full of texture a...
06/13/2026

combined the Scrappy Boy Stamps Dragon Die Set with the Dragon Kingdom 6x9 Paper Pack to create a card full of texture and dimension, and the ink blending really brought the dragon to life. Have you ever used patterned paper as the star of your card design? Read the blog post or watch the video to see my approach. https://tinyurl.com/Create-Dramatic-Die-Cuts

I love finding ways to use pattern paper without letting it steal the spotlight from a stamped image! This card combines...
06/12/2026

I love finding ways to use pattern paper without letting it steal the spotlight from a stamped image! This card combines the Unity Stamp Company You're the Zest Stamp Set and Limoncello Garden {Paper Pack} for a bright encouragement card with simple layered details.

Have you ever used pattern paper as a frame instead of a background? Read the blog post and let me know! 🍋. https://tinyurl.com/Fresh-Lemon-Card-Design

Today is day 3 of the 's preview day posts.  Today's super cute stamp set is the Farm Life Stamp Set!  I paired it with ...
06/11/2026

Today is day 3 of the 's preview day posts. Today's super cute stamp set is the Farm Life Stamp Set! I paired it with farm themed pattern paper from my stash to create this super cute little scene card.

I love finding layouts that make patterned paper and focal images work together without overthinking the design. For thi...
06/10/2026

I love finding layouts that make patterned paper and focal images work together without overthinking the design. For this coffee and scripture-themed card, I used the Pixi Dust Designs He Fills My Cup with Grace Stamp and Die Set with the Coffee 6x6 Pattern Paper Pack to create a quick layered look. Have you made a coffee-themed card before? You can find all the details about today's card on my blog along with a step by step video tutorial: https://tinyurl.com/Faith-Filled-Creativity

I challenged myself to create a summer wedding card by mixing older stash favorites with CutCardStock papers, and I love...
06/10/2026

I challenged myself to create a summer wedding card by mixing older stash favorites with CutCardStock papers, and I love how the Indigo Blue, Pink Lemonade, and Fruit Punch colors came together! Have you ever rediscovered a forgotten stamp or die while stash busting? Read the blog post for more ideas. https://tinyurl.com/stash-bust-your-supplies

Creating faith-inspired cards can be easier than you think when you combine beautiful pattern paper with simple die-cut ...
06/09/2026

Creating faith-inspired cards can be easier than you think when you combine beautiful pattern paper with simple die-cut elements! I used the Pixi Dust Designs The Lord Is My Shepherd Stamp & Die Set and Bella Flowers 6x6 Pattern Paper Pack for this card—what's your favorite way to add scripture to a handmade card?

Find all the Details about this card on my blog: https://tinyurl.com/Create-Meaningful-Faith-Cards
You can find the Video tutorial that's part of the Pixi Promises Video Hop on my YouTube Channel as well: https://linktw.in/lWtWBi

I had fun combining The Rabbit Hole Designs Fin-tastic Stamp Set, Fin-tastic Outline Dies, Watercolor Bubbles 6x6 Patter...
06/08/2026

I had fun combining The Rabbit Hole Designs Fin-tastic Stamp Set, Fin-tastic Outline Dies, Watercolor Bubbles 6x6 Pattern Paper Pack, and Ohuhu Alcohol Markers to create this underwater friendship card while making some of my own pattern paper too. Have you ever stamped your own custom background for a card? Find all the details about today's card on my blog: https://tinyurl.com/Underwater-Card-Design

I used two free stencils from Miss Ink Stamps to create a pet sympathy card and a birthday card, and they couldn't look ...
06/06/2026

I used two free stencils from Miss Ink Stamps to create a pet sympathy card and a birthday card, and they couldn't look more different! Which card style do you find harder to design for—sympathy cards or birthday cards? I'd love to hear your thoughts. You can find all the details and a video tutorial on how I made both cards on my blog: https://tinyurl.com/Easy-Background-Upgrade

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