Crafting in the Fast Lane
Spellbinders – Classic Road Legends Collection by Mindy Eggen
If you love a bit of vintage flair in your card making, you’re going to love the Classic Road Legends Collection by Mindy Eggen for Spellbinders! This collection really got my wheels turning with its retro car dies, layered details, and nostalgic vibe. I had so much fun crafting with these dies—they’re perfect for masculine cards, Father’s Day, birthdays, or just celebrating someone who loves the open road.
The Classic Road Legends Collection
The Classic Road Legends Collection by Mindy Eggen for Spellbinders is a carefully designed lineup of etched dies, stamps, layering stencils, and BetterPress plates that celebrate the timeless appeal of vintage automobiles. This collection features the Classic Car, Timeless Truck, Muscle Car, and Speedometer etched die sets, each capturing a unique aspect of retro rides with detailed craftsmanship perfect for masculine and nostalgic cards.
Accompanying these are a Classic Sentiments die set and Crusin’ By Sentiments stamp set that add heartfelt messages with a vintage vibe. The Radiant Starburst BetterPress plate brings dynamic texture and shine, while the Scenic Drive layering stencil creates scenic backgrounds that evoke the open road. Together, these versatile tools offer endless inspiration for creating stylish cards, scrapbook pages, and mixed-media projects with classic automotive charm.
Explore the complete Classic Road Legends Collection here, and see how I transformed a few of these vintage-inspired designs into stylish handmade cards.
Disclosure: I received these products to try out and share my honest thoughts with you. This post also includes affiliate links*—if you decide to shop through them, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Money earned via affiliate links helps pay the fees to keep this blog up and running. Thanks so much for supporting GroveCrafted and helping me keep the crafty inspiration coming!
Jump to Your Favorite Design:
Classic Car
Vintage Classic Card
Card Base
- Create an A2 card base (4¼” x 5½”) using Raven cardstock.
Background Panel
- Die cut Malibu cardstock using the second largest die from the Precision Layering A2 B die set.
- Adhere it to the card front.
Classic Car
- Use the Classic Car die set to cut the car pieces from the following cardstocks:
- Pomegranate
- Alabaster
- Fog
- Graphite – Essentials Cardstock
- Raven
- Classic White
- Silver Matte Metallic
- Assemble the car and attach it to the card using foam squares or strips.
- See this video or refer to the guide below for classic car assembly instructions.
Sentiment
- Die cut “Have A Classic Day” from Raven and Classic White cardstock using the Classic Sentiments die set.
- Layer the sentiment using glue.
Sentiment Plaque
- Die cut the shield shape from the Speedometer die set from Pomegranate and the wing strip from Silver Matte Metallic cardstock.
- Layer the pieces and adhere the sentiment on top.
- Attach the plaque below the car using foam squares.
View the full list of tools and supplies used for all the cards here
Pretty In Pink Card
Card Base
- Create an A2-shaped card base by die cutting Classic White cardstock with the largest die from the Essential Arches die set.
Large Arch Panel
- Use the Radiant Starburst BetterPress plate with Verdigris Cloud 9 Metallic Ink to press the design onto Seaside cardstock.
- Die cut the pressed panel using the second largest die from the Essential Arches die set.
- Adhere it to the card front.
Classic Car
- Apply Prom Queen Lunar Paste to Fruit Punch cardstock and allow it to dry completely.
- Once dry, use the Classic Car die set to cut the base car layer from the pasted cardstock.
- Use the Classic Car die set to cut the additional car pieces from the following cardstocks:
- Blush
- Fruit Punch – Essentials Cardstock
- Graphite – Essentials Cardstock
- Raven
- Classic White
- Silver Matte Metallic
- Assemble the car and adhere it to the card using foam squares or strips.
- See this video or refer to the guide below for classic car assembly instructions.
Sentiment
- Die cut “Birthday Wishes” using the Classic Sentiments die set from Raven and Classic White cardstock.
- Use scissors to trim the exclamation point off the white layer.
- Use glue to layer the sentiment pieces together.
Sentiment Plaque
- Die cut the wing strip from the Speedometer die set using Teal Topaz cardstock.
- Attach the layered sentiment to the wing strip and adhere it below the car using foam squares.
View the full list of tools and supplies used for all the cards here
Timeless Truck
Arched Father’s Day Card
Card Base
- Create an A2-shaped card base by die cutting Fog cardstock with the largest die from the Essential Arches die set.
Large Arch Panel
- Die cut Fog cardstock using the second largest die from the Essential Arches die set.
- Use the speedometer numbers die from the Speedometer die set to cut into this arch panel.
- Die cut the remaining speedometer pieces from Fog cardstock.
- Layer the pieces together with glue, then adhere the full panel to the card base using foam squares for added dimension.
Truck
- Use the Timeless Truck die set to cut pieces from the following cardstock colors:
- Island Blue – Essentials Cardstock
- Splash – Essentials Cardstock
- Graphite – Essentials Cardstock
- Fog
- Raven
- Classic White
- Silver Matte Metallic
- Assemble the truck and adhere it to the card using foam squares or strips.
- See this video for Timeless Truck assembly instructions.
Sentiment
- Die cut “Happy Father’s Day” using the Classic Sentiments die set from Raven and Classic White cardstock.
- Use glue to layer the sentiment pieces together.
- Attach the sentiment beneath the truck to complete the card.
View the full list of tools and supplies used for all the cards here
Muscle Car
Built For Speed Birthday Card
Card Base
- Create a mini slimline card base (3¼″ x 6¼″) by die cutting Raven cardstock with the largest die from the Precision Layering Mini Slimline A die set.
Background
- Use the Speedometer die set to cut the speedometer frame from Raven cardstock.
- Color a white smaller die cut circle with yellow, orange, and red markers to create a gradient effect.
- Adhere the colored gradient layer behind the speedometer numbers.
- Cut the road from Lunar Gray cardstock.
- Tuck the completed speedometer behind the road on the left and glue everything down securely.
Muscle Car
- Use the Muscle Car die set to cut pieces from the following cardstock colors:
- Sunkissed – Essentials Cardstock
- Graphite – Essentials Cardstock
- Carrot
- Raven
- Classic White
- Silver Matte Metallic
- Assemble the car and adhere it to the road on the card front using foam squares.
- See this video or refer to the guide below for muscle car assembly instructions.
Sentiment
- Die cut “Happy Birthday” using the Classic Sentiments die set from Raven and Classic White cardstock.
- Use glue to layer the sentiment pieces together.
- Attach the sentiment to the card to complete the design.
View the full list of tools and supplies used for all the cards here
Classic Muscle Birthday Card
Card Base
- Create an A2-shaped card base by die cutting Classic White cardstock using the largest die from the Essential Arches die set.
Large Arch Panel
- Press Classic White cardstock using the Radiant Starburst BetterPress plate to emboss the design.
- Die cut the embossed piece with the second largest die from the Essential Arches die set.
- Adhere the arch panel to the front of the card.
Muscle Car
- Die cut the car background layer from Cosmic Sky cardstock, then spray it with Distress Spritz in the color Prize Ribbon. Use a brush for an even application, and let it dry completely.
- Use the Muscle Car die set to cut the remaining car pieces from the following cardstocks:
- Carrot
- Cosmic Sky
- Graphite – Essentials Cardstock
- Raven
- Classic White
- Silver Matte Metallic
- Assemble the muscle car and attach it to the center of the card using foam squares.
- See this video or refer to the guide below for muscle car assembly instructions.
Sentiment
- Die cut “Happy Birthday” using the Classic Sentiments die set from Raven and Classic White cardstock.
- Use glue to layer the sentiment pieces together.
Sentiment Plaque
- Die cut the shield plaque from the Speedometer die set using Graphite cardstock and the wing strip from Silver Matte Metallic cardstock.
- Adhere the layered sentiment onto the plaque.
- Attach the plaque below the car with foam squares to finish the design.
View the full list of tools and supplies used for all the cards here
Speedometer
Retro Speedometer Card
Card Base
- Create a 5″ x 5″ square card base using Classic White cardstock.
Background Panel
- Die cut Teal Topaz cardstock using the largest die from the Everlasting Squares die set.
- Adhere the panel to the front of the card base.
Speedometer
- Use the Speedometer die set to cut the various parts from the following cardstock colors:
- Poppy
- Raven
- Classic White
- Lunar Gray – Essentials Cardstock
- Silver Matte Metallic
- Assemble the speedometer and adhere it to the center of the background panel using foam squares.
Sentiment
- Die cut “Happy Birthday!” using the Classic Sentiments die set from Raven and Classic White cardstock.
- Layer the pieces to create a bold, shadowed effect.
- Die cut the wing strip from the Speedometer die set using Poppy cardstock.
- Adhere the layered sentiment onto the wing strip, then attach it on the speedometer to finish the card.
View the full list of tools and supplies used for all the cards here
Let’s Hit the Crafting Road
Whether you’re crafting for a birthday, Father’s Day, or simply celebrating a love for classic cars, these handmade card designs bring bold style and nostalgic charm to any occasion. From arched shapes and embossed backgrounds to classic cars and layered sentiments, each card highlights the versatility of die cutting.
I hope these ideas have inspired you to rev up your craft supplies and create something timeless and fun. If you do, I’d love to see your version—be sure to tag me (@silversgrove or @grovecrafted) on Instagram or at Grove Crafted on Facebook. Until next time, happy crafting!
If you’re feeling inspired, be sure to explore the full Classic Road Legends Collection here and discover even more bold and nostalgic ways to bring vintage vehicle charm to your next handmade project.
Link Abbreviations
- SB – Spellbinders*
- Sb.com – Scrapbook.com*
- SSS – Simon Says Stamp
- AMZ – Amazon*
Disclosure: I received these products to try out and share my honest thoughts with you. This post also includes affiliate links*—if you decide to shop through them, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Money earned via affiliate links helps pay the fees to keep this blog up and running. Thanks so much for supporting GroveCrafted and helping me keep the crafty inspiration coming!
Supplies Used For All Cards
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Classic Car #S4-1444 | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Timeless Truck #S4-1446 | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Muscle Car #S4-1443 | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Speedometer #S5-689 | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Classic Sentiments #S3-553 | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders BetterPress Plate – Radiant Starburst #BP-300 | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Percision Layering A2 B #S5-494 | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Essential Arches #S5-526 | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Percision Layering Mini Slimline A #S4-1158 | AMZ |
- Spellbinders Cutting Dies – Everlasting Squares #S4-1281 | Sb.com | AMZ |
- Lisa Horton Cloud 9 Metallic Ink – Verdigris | SB | Sb.com |
- Lunar Paste – Prom Queen | Sb.com |
- Distress Spritz – Prize Ribbon | Sb.com |
- Markers – Red, Orange, & Yellow Shades
Cardstock Used For All Cards
- Spellbinders ColorWheel Cardstock:
- Spellbinders Essentials Cardstock:
- Spellbinders Treasured Cardstock – Silver #SCSP-002 | SB |
Tools Used For All Cards
- Spellbinders Platinum Six | SB | Sb.com |
- Spellbinders BetterPress Letterpress System | SB | Sb.com |
- Tim Holtz Paper Trimmer | Sb.com | AMZ |
- Scoring Board | AMZ |
- Bearly Art Glue | SB | Sb.com |
- Best Ever Craft Tape – ¼ in | SB | Sb.com |
- SSS Embellishment Wand | SSS |
- Reverse Tweezers
- Die Pick
- T-Square
- Bone Folder | SSS |
- Foam Strips | SSS |
- Foam Squares – White | SSS |
If you enjoyed these Classic Road Legends cards, be sure to cruise on over to my Masculine Card Tutorials for more rugged, hands-on inspiration!
