
Welcome to Team Stamp It’s Father’s Day Blog Hop!

For my card today, I was inspired by the beautiful waterfront scenes in the Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper. The images immediately brought back sweet memories of family vacations to Cape Cod when I was growing up. Every summer, we packed up for two wonderful weeks filled with bike rides around town, eating out at local restaurants, and of course… stopping for ice cream whenever we could! 🍦🚲
My camera didn’t quite capture the Wink of Stella I added to all the windows & the sliver of water, but it really makes a big difference on the card!
I wanted this card to capture that peaceful, nostalgic feeling of summertime by the water and the special memories we share with the dads and father figures in our lives. The scenic paper became the perfect backdrop, while the bike image from the DSP was carefully fussy cut and added to the inside flap of the card as a little surprise detail. It reminds me so much of those carefree rides along the Cape streets with the ocean breeze nearby.


This card is a reminder that sometimes the best Father’s Day memories aren’t about big moments — they’re about simple traditions, laughter, and time spent together.
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today! Be sure to continue along the Team Stamp It Blog Hop for even more creative inspiration.
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Happy stamping!
Nancy



![Waterside Retreat 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 167920 ] Waterside Retreat 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 167920 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/167920s.jpg)
![Relaxing Waterside Bundle (English) [ 167928 ] Relaxing Waterside Bundle (English) [ 167928 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/167928s.jpg)
![Gray Granite 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146983 ] Gray Granite 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146983 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/146983s.jpg)
![Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119684 ] Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119684 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/119684s.jpg)
![Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ] Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166780s.jpg)
![Gray Granite Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147118 ] Gray Granite Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147118 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/147118s.jpg)
![Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147085 ] Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad [ 147085 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/147085s.jpg)
![Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ] Stampin' Seal [ 152813 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/152813s.jpg)
![Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ] Multipurpose Liquid Glue [ 110755 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/110755s.jpg)
![Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [ 141897 ] Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [ 141897 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/141897s.jpg)
Great cards. I love this DSP.
#stampitcontest Nice card.
I love your card, the ice cream cone on the shop sign is the best!
Pretty card! Love these scenes and the card fold! I’m all about a stop for some ice cream when we go out!
#stampitcontest