Hello Summer Card Ideas
Spellbinders Clubs | May 2026
Hello, crafty friends!
Today I’m sharing the May Spellbinders Clubs. There’s nothing better than bright colors, playful die-cuts, and a whole lot of sunshine! The Hello Summer May Spellbinders Clubs are bursting with cheerful summer vibes and endless creative possibilities. This month’s clubs are filled with fun textures, whimsical designs, and happy little details that are perfect for summer cardmaking. I used several of the May clubs to create five colorful cards, each with its own playful personality and summery feel.
Before we dive in, here’s a quick look at what makes the May Spellbinders Clubs so bright, and bursting with sunny summer fun!
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Spellbinders May Clubs
The May Spellbinders Clubs are all about sunshine, relaxation, and summertime fun with the cheerful Hello Summer theme! From playful poolside vibes to sunny icons and cute travel companions, this month’s collections are perfect for creating happy handmade cards full of warmth and color. Whether you love bold summer scenes, tropical touches, or bright sunny details, the May clubs are packed with creative inspiration to kick off your summer vacation.
The Clubs I Used To Make My Cards
- Small Die of the Month – Ready to Roll
- Large Die of the Month – Pop of Summer
- Stitching Die of the Month – Stitched Sunshine
- Press & Foil of the Month – Up & Away
- Embossing Folder of the Month – Poolside
Before we dive into the May cards, here’s a quick overview of how the Spellbinders Clubs work.
About Spellbinders Clubs
If you’re new to Spellbinders Clubs, they’re monthly subscriptions that deliver exclusive crafting goodies right to your doorstep. From dies and stitching to embossing, stamping, hot foiling, and more, there’s truly something for everyone. It’s such a fun way to keep your creativity flowing while building a collection of unique products you won’t find anywhere else. You can explore all the Spellbinders club options here, or jump straight to the individual clubs that interest you below:
- Small Die of the Month | USA | UK | A compact set of versatile dies for layering, accenting, and detailed die cutting.
- Large Die of the Month | USA | UK | Larger-scale die sets perfect for focal points and dramatic cut-outs.
- Stitching Die of the Month | USA | UK | Dies designed for faux stitching or real thread work to add texture and handcrafted flair.
- Press & Foil of the Month | USA | UK | A combined BetterPress and hot foil club delivering plates and foil for elegant pressed and foiled card elements.
- Stencil of the Month | USA | UK | Detailed stencils for layering ink, creating backgrounds, and adding dimensional design.
- Clear Stamp & Die of the Month | USA | UK | Coordinating clear stamps with dies to create stamped images and precisely cut elements.
- 3D Embossing Folder of the Month | USA | UK | Deep-textured folder for rich, dimensional embossing effects.
- Embossing Folder of the Month | USA | UK | Embossing folder that add textured designs to panels and backgrounds.
And if you happen to love all the clubs in a given month, you may want to check out the All Clubs Crate.
All Clubs Crate
- All Clubs Crate | USA | UK |
- Includes all eight club products
- Two exclusive bonus item—only available in this bundle.
- 10 – 8.5 x 11 sheets of ColorWheel Cardstock that coordinates
- 15% off select Spellbinders products everyday!
- 1 Free Shipping Coupon to use every month.
It’s also a fantastic value! You’ll save 58% compared to purchasing all the Spellbinders Clubs separately.
How It Works
- The sign-up window is open from the 6th–27th of each month.
- Your first kit will charge immediately, and future kits will bill on the 5th of each month.
- Kits ship by the end of each month.
- You can cancel anytime!
If you have questions, be sure to check out the Club FAQ’s page for full details, terms, and conditions.
Jump to Your Favorite Design
- Ready to Roll Adventure Card (Left)
- Pop of Summer Fun Card (Left Middle)
- Stitched Sunshine Spinner Card (Middle)
- Up, Up & Away Card (Right Middle)
- Poolside Chillin’ Card (Right)
Ready to Roll Adventure Card
Small Die Club
For my first card using the May Spellbinders Clubs, I created this bright blue card using the Small Die of the Month, Ready to Roll. I absolutely love the fun travel theme and adorable little dog peeking out from the luggage! The layered suitcase details add so much dimension, and the Polaroid-style photo frame gives the whole design a playful scrapbook feel. I finished it off with the “Hello Friend, Glad You’re Along” sentiment, which makes this card perfect for sending a happy hello to a friend.
Card Details
Clubs Used
- Small Die of the Month
- Press & Foil of the Month
Card Base
- A7 Size: 5” x 7”
- Cardstock: Classic White
Embossed Map Background
- Embossing Folder: Urban Grid
- Cardstock: Splash
Suitcase
- Die Set: Ready to Roll
- Cardstock Colors:
- Suitcase – oceanside, waterfall, raven, & fog
- Shirts – tangerine, sunkissed, peridot, & fruit punch
- Glasses – fruit punch & holographic
- Passport & Ticket – cosmic sky, indigo & white
- Assemble die-cuts with glue.
Photo Frame
- Die Set: Memory Frames
- Cardstock: Classic White
- Cardstock: Windy – cut to 2 7/8 x 3 1/8 inches
- Adhere the suitcase to the windy panel with glue.
- Attach the photo frame and windy panel with foam strips.
- Adhere the photo frame to the card base with glue.
Dog & Cat
- Die Set: Ready to Roll
- Cardstock Colors:
- Dog – fawn, truffle, raven, & blush
- Cat – anchor, raven, & blush
- Adhere with 1mm foam squares and glue.
Sentiments
- Die Set: Layered Hello Friend
- Cardstock Colors: Splash & Holographic
- Adhere with glue.
- Press Plate: Up & Away
- Foil: Prism
- Cardstock Color: Splash – “Glad You’re Along”
- Adhere with glue.
Supplies Used – Ready to Roll Adventure Card
- Spellbinders Small Die of the Month – Ready to Roll #DOM-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Press & Foil of the Month – Up & Away #BPOM-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Memory Frames #S4-1427 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Layered Hello Friend #S1-184 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders 3D Embossing Folder – Urban Grid #3EOM-MAR26 | SB |
- Spellbinders ColorWheel Cardstock:
- Blush | SB | Sb.com |
- Peridot | SB | Sb.com |
- Waterfall | SB | Sb.com |
- Oceanside | SB | Sb.com |
- Windy | SB | Sb.com |
- Cosmic Sky | SB | Sb.com |
- Indigo | SB | Sb.com |
- Fawn | SB | Sb.com |
- Truffle | SB | Sb.com |
- Fog | SB | Sb.com |
- Anchor | SB | Sb.com |
- Raven | SB | Sb.com |
- Classic White | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Essentials Cardstock:
- Fruit Punch
- Tangerine
- Sunkissed
- Splash
- Simon Says Stamp Cardstock – Holographic | SSS |
- Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil – Prism #GLF-032 | SB | Sb.com |
Tools Used
- Spellbinders Platinum Six | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Tim Holtz Paper Trimmer | Sb.com |
- Handy Craft Tool Set | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Bearly Art Glue | SB | Sb.com |
- Best Ever Craft Tape – 5/8 in | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Squares 1mm – White | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Strips – White | SSS |
- Scissors
Pop of Summer Fun Card
Large Die Club
For this tropical-inspired card, I used the Large Die of the Month, Pop of Summer, along with the Embossing Folder of the Month, Poolside. The embossed background adds amazing texture and reminds me of lush summer gardens and poolside afternoons. The little bird and watermelon drink are just too cute and full of personality! I kept the colors bold and vibrant to really capture that fun summer energy. The “Hello Sunshine” banner finishes the card with the perfect sunny sentiment.
Card Details
Clubs Used
- Large Die of the Month
- Embossing Folder of the Month
Card Base
- A2 Size: 4¼” x 5½” – top folding
- Cardstock: Classic White
- Embossing Folder: Four Petal Floral – peridot cardstock
Photo Frame
- Die Set: Memory Frames
- Cardstock: Classic White
- Embossing Folder: Poolside
- Cardstock: Island Blue – cut to 2 7/8 x 3 1/8 inches
- Gel Pen: White
- Attach the photo frame and island blue embossed panel with foam strips.
- Adhere the photo frame to the card base with glue.
Pop Can Drink
- Die Set: Pop of Summer
- Cardstock Colors:
- Pop Can – dahlia & holographic
- Watermelon – wild berry, rainforest, fern, & raven
- Straw – wild berry & rainforest
- Assemble die-cuts with glue.
- Adhere with 1mm foam squares and glue.
Bird
- Die Set: Pop of Summer
- Cardstock Colors:
- Dahlia – cheeks & tongue
- Tangerine – beak & feet
- Sunkissed – body/face
- Peridot – wings middle layer & tail feathers top layer
- Island Blue – wings top layer
- Splash – wings back layer & tail feathers
- Raven – mouth
- Assemble die-cuts with 1mm foam squares(wings) and glue.
- Adhere with 2mm foam squares and glue.
Sentiment Banner
- Die Set: La Dolce Vita Banners
- Foil: Prism
- Cardstock Colors:
- Splash – “Hello Sunshine”
- Sunkissed – solid banner
- Adhere with glue.
Supplies Used – Pop of Summer Fun Card
- Spellbinders Large Die of the Month – Pop of Summer #DOML-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Embossing Folder of the Month – Poolside #EOM-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Memory Frames #S4-1427 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – La Dolce Vita Banners #S1-173 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders 3D Embossing Folder – Four Petal Floral #E3D-053 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders ColorWheel Cardstock:
- Spellbinders Essentials Cardstock:
- Tangerine
- Sunkissed
- Island Blue
- Splash
- Simon Says Stamp Cardstock – Holographic | SSS |
- Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil – Prism #GLF-032 | SB | Sb.com |
- Sakura Gelly Roll Pen – White 08 | Sb.com |
Tools Used
- Spellbinders Platinum Six | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Tim Holtz Paper Trimmer | Sb.com |
- Handy Craft Tool Set | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Bearly Art Glue | SB | Sb.com |
- Best Ever Craft Tape – 5/8 in | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Squares 1mm – White | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Squares 2mm – White | Sb.com |
- Foam Strips – White | SSS |
Stitched Sunshine Spinner Card
Stitching Die Club
Nothing says summer quite like a smiling sunshine! For this cheerful card, I used the Stitching Die of the Month, Stitched Sunshine. The stitched rays create such a fun texture and really make the background shine. I paired the happy sun with a fluffy cloud and the “hello sunshine” sentiment for a clean and playful design full of summer cheer.
What makes this card even more fun is that it’s interactive! The sun is attached to a spinner, so it actually spins on the card. It adds such a playful touch and makes the card extra special. This cheerful design would be perfect for brightening someone’s day and sending a little sunshine their way.
Card Details
Clubs Used
- Stitching Die of the Month
Card Base
- A2 Size: 4¼” x 5½” – top folding
- Cardstock: Sunkissed
Stitched Sun Rays
- Die Set: Stitched Sunshine
- Stitching Needle: #22
- Stitching Thread: MD Tangerine – #741
- Glue the stitched panel to the front of the card base.
Photo Frame
- Die Set: Memory Frames
- Cardstock: Classic White
- Cardstock: Island Blue – cut to 2 7/8 x 3 1/8 inches
- Attach the photo frame and island blue panel with foam strips.
- Adhere the photo frame to the card base with glue.
Happy Sun
- Die Set: Stitched Sunshine
- Sun Cardstock Colors:
- Dahlia – tongue
- Tangerine – cheeks
- Sunkissed – sun
- Raven – behind mouth
- Assemble die-cuts with glue.
- Die Set: Pop of Summer
- Sun Rays Cardstock Colors:
- Holographic – umbrella stripes (x5)
- Classic White – umbrella stripes (x5)
- Glue the white die-cuts behind the holographic die-cuts to make them more sturdy.
- Glue the die-cuts behind the sun, making sure the spacing is even all the way around.
Spinner Assembly
- Cut a slightly smaller circle from white cardstock and glue it to the back of the sun.
- Attach a spinner to the center back of the sun using collage medium. Let it dry.
- Cut 6 small circles from Island Blue cardstock.
- Stack the circles together and glue them into one thick piece. This will create a riser for the spinning sun.
- Glue the stacked circles to the spinner with collage medium and let it dry completely.
- Once dry, glue the spinning sun to the photo frame. The riser will keep the sun raised so it can spin freely without hitting the frame.
Cloud
- Die Set: Tunnel Clouds
- Cardstock Color: Classic White – cloud
- Adhere with 2mm foam squares and glue.
Sentiment
- Die Set: Pink Lemonade Stand
- Cardstock Color: Splash – “hello sunshine”
- Adhere with glue.
Supplies Used – Stitched Sunshine Spinner Card
- Spellbinders Stitching Die of the Month – Stitched Sunshine #DOMST-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Memory Frames #S4-1427 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Tunnel Clouds #S6-233 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Pink Lemonade Stand #S6-269 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders ColorWheel Cardstock:
- Spellbinders Essentials Cardstock:
- Tangerine
- Sunkissed
- Island Blue
- Splash
- Simon Says Stamp Cardstock – Holographic | SSS |
- DMC 6 Strand Floss – MD Tangerine #741
Tools Used
- Spellbinders Platinum Six | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Tim Holtz Paper Trimmer | Sb.com |
- Handy Craft Tool Set | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Bearly Art Glue | SB | Sb.com |
- Collage Medium | Sb.com |
- Best Ever Craft Tape – 5/8 in | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Squares 2mm – White | Sb.com |
- Foam Strips – White | SSS |
- Spinner | AMZ |
- Stitching Needle #22
- Scissors
Up, Up & Away Card
Press & Foil Club
This card combines the Press & Foil of the Month, Up & Away, with the Small Die of the Month, Ready to Roll. I foiled the background using Prism foil, which gives the card such a beautiful shimmer in real life. The colorful hot air balloon paired with the adorable dog creates such a fun whimsical scene. I also love how the foiled details add extra shine and texture to the design. The “Things Are Looking Up” sentiment ties everything together perfectly and adds an uplifting touch.
Card Details
Clubs Used
- Press & Foil of the Month
- Small Die of the Month
Card Base
- A2 Size: 4¼” x 5½”
- Cardstock: Classic White
Foiled Hot Air Balloons
- Press Plate: Up & Away
- Cardstock: Tangerine
- Foil: Prism
- Die Set: Percision Layering A2 A – largest die
Photo Frame
- Die Set: Memory Frames
- Cardstock: Classic White
- Cardstock: Island Blue – cut to 2 7/8 x 3 1/8 inches
- Attach the photo frame and island blue panel with foam strips.
- Adhere the photo frame to the card base with glue.
Hot Air Balloon
- Die Set: Gingerbread Delivery
- Cardstock Colors:
- Sunkissed – scalloped parachute
- Peridot – hot air balloon
- Splash – hot air balloon & parachute strings
- Cut out the middle balloon stripes with scissors.
- I free-handed the basket with scissors.
- Holographic – wavy stripe
- Assemble die-cuts with glue.
- Adhere with 1mm, 2mm foam squares and glue.
Dog
- Die Set: Ready to Roll
- Cardstock Colors:
- Dog – fawn, truffle, & raven
- Adhere with 2mm foam squares and glue.
Cloud
- Die Set: Tunnel Clouds
- Cardstock Color: Classic White – cloud
- Adhere with 2mm foam squares and glue.
Sentiment
- Press Plate: Up & Away
- Foil: Prism
- Cardstock Color: Splash – “Thinks Are Looking Up”
- Adhere with glue.
Supplies Used – Up, Up & Away Card
- Spellbinders Small Die of the Month – Ready to Roll #DOM-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Press & Foil of the Month – Up & Away #BPOM-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Memory Frames #S4-1427 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Gingerbread Delivery #S5-713 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Tunnel Clouds #S6-233 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Percision Layering A2 A #S5-487 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders ColorWheel Cardstock:
- Spellbinders Essentials Cardstock:
- Tangerine
- Sunkissed
- Island Blue
- Splash
- Simon Says Stamp Cardstock – Holographic | SSS |
- Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil – Prism #GLF-032 | SB | Sb.com |
Tools Used
- Spellbinders Platinum Six | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Tim Holtz Paper Trimmer | Sb.com |
- Handy Craft Tool Set | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Bearly Art Glue | SB | Sb.com |
- Best Ever Craft Tape – 5/8 in | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Squares 1mm – White | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Squares 2mm – White | Sb.com |
- Foam Strips – White | SSS |
- Scissors
Poolside Chillin’ Card
Embossing Folder Club
This playful card combines the Embossing Folder of the Month, Poolside, with both the Small Die of the Month, Ready to Roll, and the Large Die of the Month, Pop of Summer. I love the embossed pool tile texture in the background, it instantly gives the card a cool summer vibe. The floating kitty with heart sunglasses and the colorful umbrella make this card feel like the ultimate relaxing pool day. It’s bright, fun, and packed with happy summer details that make me smile every time I look at it.
Card Details
Clubs Used
- Embossing Folder of the Month
- Small Die of the Month
- Large Die of the Month
Card Base
- A2 Size: 4¼” x 5½”
- Cardstock: Fruit Punch
- Embossing Folder: Poolside
Photo Frame
- Die Set: Memory Frames
- Cardstock: Classic White
- Embossing Folder: Poolside
- Cardstock: Island Blue – cut to 2 7/8 x 3 1/8 inches
- Gel Pen: White
- Attach the photo frame and island blue embossed panel with foam strips.
- Adhere the photo frame to the card base with glue.
Pool Float & Umbrella
- Die Set: Summertime Wade Pool
- Cardstock Colors:
- Pool Float – sunkissed & peridot
- Die Set: Pop of Summer
- Cardstock Colors:
- Umbrella – peridot, tangerine, & fawn
- Assemble die-cuts with glue.
- Adhere with 1mm foam squares and glue.
Cat
- Die Set: Ready to Roll
- Cardstock Colors:
- Cat – anchor & raven
- Glasses – fruit punch & holographic
- Assemble die-cuts with glue.
- Adhere with 1mm foam squares and glue.
Sentiment Banner
- Die Set: La Dolce Vita Banners
- Foil: Prism
- Cardstock Colors:
- Tangerine – “You’d Love This”
- Splash – solid banner
- Die Set: Pink Lemonade Stand
- Cardstock Color: Splash – “sunshine”
- Adhere with glue.
Supplies Used – Poolside Chillin’ Card
- Spellbinders Small Die of the Month – Ready to Roll #DOM-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Large Die of the Month – Pop of Summer #DOML-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Embossing Folder of the Month – Poolside #EOM-MAY26 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Memory Frames #S4-1427 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Summertime Wade Pool #DOM-JUN24 | SB | SB-UK |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Pink Lemonade Stand #S6-269 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – La Dolce Vita Banners #S1-173 | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders ColorWheel Cardstock:
- Spellbinders Essentials Cardstock:
- Fruit Punch
- Tangerine
- Sunkissed
- Island Blue
- Splash
- Simon Says Stamp Cardstock – Holographic | SSS |
- Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil – Prism #GLF-032 | SB | Sb.com |
- Sakura Gelly Roll Pen – White 08 | Sb.com |
Tools Used
- Spellbinders Platinum Six | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Tim Holtz Paper Trimmer | Sb.com |
- Handy Craft Tool Set | SB | SB-UK | Sb.com |
- Bearly Art Glue | SB | Sb.com |
- Best Ever Craft Tape – 5/8 in | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Squares 1mm – White | SB | Sb.com |
- Foam Squares 2mm – White | Sb.com |
- Foam Strips – White | SSS |
This Is My Kind of Clubbing
I had so much fun creating these five cards with the May Spellbinders Clubs! One of my favorite things about the club kits is how easy they are to mix and match together for completely different looks and styles. From stitched sunshine rays to foiled skies and playful poolside scenes, this month’s clubs are filled with creative possibilities for summer crafting. Whether you enjoy stitching, foiling, die cutting, or embossing, this month’s clubs are full of summery inspiration.
And don’t forget the first rule of craft club…
TO HAVE FUN!!!
I hope these projects inspire you to pull out your club goodies and create something bright, colorful, and full of summer fun. Whether you try a new technique, make an interactive card, or mix and match your club kits, I’d love to see what you create! Be sure to tag me (@silversgrove or @grovecrafted) on Instagram or at Grove Crafted on Facebook.
Until next time… keep crafting and soak up the creativity!
Happy Crafting!
If you enjoyed these May Spellbinders Club projects, be sure to check out my previous blog posts featuring Spellbinders Clubs where I share more card inspiration and ideas using the monthly club kits. It’s a great way to see even more ways to mix, match, and stretch your supplies.
