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Fat Girl Wanted Cookies… And Made a Card Instead! – Handmade Thank You Card with Cookie-Themed Scraps

Updated: Jan 13


Pink and black thank you card with hearts, coffee cup, spatula, and cookies on striped background. Text reads “Thank You!”.
Leftovers never looked so good. 🍪✨ Card made entirely from scraps of the “Fat Girl Wanted Cookies!” layout!

Let’s be honest: I wasn’t planning to bake another project… but when I saw those leftover scraps from my “Fat Girl Wanted Cookies!” layout staring back at me like, “April, don’t you dare toss us,”—I listened. Because in this craft room, no cookie gets left behind! 🍫🙅‍♀️


So I whipped up this delicious little thank-you card that’s equal parts chocolate chunk and heartfelt hug. 🥹💕


The Recipe? Simple:


✔ Same striped layers as the layout

✔ Same cookie cluster magic

✔ Same faux stitching deliciousness

✔ New format, new flavor… and a sweet surprise inside!


✂️ What I Used to Bake This Baby


🧁 Cardstock


• CTMH White Daisy (or Stampin’ Up! Basic White Thick 8-1/2" x 11")

• CTMH Mocha (or Stampin’ Up! Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock)



Autumn-themed stamp set with words and illustrations; a colorful card featuring pumpkin spice is beside it, showcasing warm hues.
MORE THAN AUTUMN BUNDLE (ENGLISH)

🍪 Stamps & Thin Cuts


• Stampin’ Up! More Than Autumn Bundle (coffee cup, heart, whipped topping)


• CTMH Freshly Baked Digital Art Kit (oven mitt, rolling pin, spatula)


🎨 Ink & Coloring



• Stampin’ Up! Pretty in Pink Classic Stampin’ Pad






🛠 Tools


• White Gel Pen

• Foam Tape

• Cricut® & Design Space® (for title + inside sentiment)



⭐ Cricut Tools & Embellishment Papers I Use in My Projects

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Cricut® Essentials

• Cricut® Maker 3 — my primary cutting machine for titles, SVGs & embellishments

• Cricut® StandardGrip 12×12 Mat — 3 count used for cardstock, photo paper & labels


Printer

Canon® Printing System (Photos + Printable Cricut Elements)

• Canon TS9521C Crafting Printer — used for ALL printed project photos, journaling pieces, print-then-cut embellishments & titles


Photo & Embellishment Papers

• Canon Photo Paper Plus Glossy II (4×6, PP-301) → For 4x6 or smaller - printed photos

• Canon Matte Photo Paper (MP-101, 8.5×11) → Used for Cricut print-then-cut elements & titles

• Canon Double-Sided Matte Photo Paper (MP-101D, 8.5×11) → Also used exclusively for Cricut embellishments, icons, & layered pieces


Speciality Adhesives

• Tombow® Mono Aqua Liquid Glue — for corners, details & layered paper pieces

• Bearly Art Precision Craft Glue (4oz Original) — for embellishments & fine-detail gluing

• Tombow® Mono Air Touch Adhesive— my preferred tape runner for base

• Tombow® Mono Air Touch Adhesive, Refill 2-Pack — my preferred tape runner for base layers


🧁 Step-by-Step Instructions – Bake It, Ink It, Send It!


With the same colors, stripes, and cookie-cluster magic from my “Fat Girl Wanted Cookies!” layout, this card came together like a second helping of something sweet. I wanted the design to feel familiar—like a little sister project to the scrapbook page—but still have its own personality and flavor. And with nothing but scraps, a few stamped images, and my Cricut riding shotgun, this card baked up quicker than a fresh batch of chocolate chip cookies. Here’s how to whip it together, one delicious step at a time.


1️⃣ Preheat Your Craft Oven (A.K.A. Make the Card Base)


Slice your 8-1/2” x 11” piece of Basic White Thick Cardstock in half horizontally to get two 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” pieces.


Score one at 4-1/4” to form a horizontal A2 card base. Fold, press, and set aside like a fresh cookie dough chillin’ in the fridge.



Pink and black striped paper pieces, a pink stamp pad, and lipstick on a marble surface. Text reads: ThisChickLovesPaper.com Images © Stampin’ Up! ©.
Stripes, stitching, and sass. Because your paper trimmer deserves a second round. 🎯

2️⃣ Make It Striped & Sweet

Cut a 5-1/2” x 4-1/4” panel from Pretty in Pink cardstock.


Slice Basic Black into 1” x 4-1/4” strips and evenly space them across your pink panel.


Adhere with liquid glue or Stampin’ Seal, lining them up like a perfectly iced bakery case.


Pro Tip: This striping technique is the same one from your “Fat Girl Wanted Cookies!” layout—so you’re recycling with sass.



3️⃣ Whip Up the Mat Layers


• Cut a 4-1/2” x 3-1/4” Mocha cardstock mat — this is your base layer.

• Cut a 3-3/4” x 2-3/4” White Daisy piece and layer it on top of the Mocha.

Adhere the two together, white on top, using your favorite adhesive.


Now for the stitched chocolatey goodness:

• Cut 1/4” Mocha cardstock strips the exact length of your finished mat.

• Add faux stitching to each strip with your white gel pen.

• Adhere the stitched strips across the top, side, and bottom edges of your layered mat.


This gives you that “baked with love” stitched look without risking your whole piece.


Why it works:

A. If your stitching goes rogue, no panic — you just replace the strip instead of redoing the whole mat.


B. Those slim Mocha bands act like a chocolatey design hug, adding balance, contrast, and a polished finish to the focal panel.



Card with "Thank You!" text in pink and white. Features a coffee cup, spatulas, cheese, and oven mitt. Black, pink, and brown theme.
Cookie clusters for the win. Die cuts, rolling pins, and oven mitts tucked in like ninjas. 🥷🍪

4️⃣ Create Your Cookie Cluster

From your CTMH Freshly Baked Digital Art Kit and Stampin’ Up! More Than Autumn Bundle, assemble:

• Cookie Tray

• Spatulas

• Oven mitts

• Coffee cups

• Hearts

• Cookie Stack (I didn’t have a stamp or dies, so mine is digital)


Place your embellishments in the bottom right corner of the double mat, leaving space for your title.


Pro Tip: Don’t have the exact images? Use what’s in your stash and bake up your own batch of cuteness!



5️⃣ Bold Letters, Zero Crumbs — Thanks Cricut!


Pink and black thank you card with cooking utensils, a coffee cup, and cookies. Text reads "Thank You!" on a striped background.
That bold “Thank You”? All Cricut, all sass, zero shaky handwriting. 💁‍♀️✂️

Cut a bold “Thank You” sentiment using Pretty in Pink cardstock.


I created the phrase in Cricut Design Space by picking a playful font that matched the card’s sweet personality.


Then I made a Print Then Cut file with a border for extra contrast and dimension, and layered the cardstock letters right on top.


No pens, no shaky lines, just clean cuts and that chef’s kiss pop of depth. 💕



Pink and white card with text: "For Shopping Stampin' Up! With Me! APRIL." Decorated with hearts, cookies, and rolling pins.
Cricut to the rescue! My handwriting? Let’s just say this pen feature earns its keep. 😂

6️⃣ Finish the Inside With a Punch (of Sugar)

Open your card and add:


• A printed message from Cricut: “You made my day… now my cookie jar runneth over.”


• A scalloped top, a couple of rolling pins, and a cookie cluster tucked in like little baking ninjas


Boom. Instant smile delivery.




🍪 Sweet Success! Your Handmade Cookie Thank You Card is Fresh Outta the Craft Oven!


Pink and brown striped card with "Thank You!" text, kitchen utensils, cookies, and coffee cup. Background note expresses gratitude.
This card’s fresh outta the craft oven—stitched, layered, and sprinkled with cookie-loving cuteness. 🍪💌

And just like that, your card is fresh out of the craft oven—layered, stitched, and sprinkled with handmade goodness. Whether you’re baking up thanks for a Stampin’ Up! order or sending cookie-themed hugs to a friend, this sweet design delivers with every bite. Want to switch it up? Swap the “Thank You” for “Bite Me,” “Baked With Love,” or “Life’s Short—Eat the Cookie.” This design is quick, fun, and the perfect excuse to use every last scrap… because paper (like cookies) should never go to waste. 🍪💌



🍬 Explore More Sugar Rush Cards & Scrapbook Layouts!


Craving seconds? You’re in the right kitchen, my friend. If this sweet little thank-you card has your crafty taste buds tingling, you’ll love diving into more dessert-worthy projects—from cookie-themed layouts and sprinkle-covered cards to punny paper treats baked fresh from leftover scraps. Whether you’re in the mood for soft pastels, bold chocolate browns, or full-on sugar-rush color combos, there’s always another delicious idea waiting to be whipped up. Let the inspiration keep rolling… like a runaway cookie off a freshly greased baking sheet. 🍪✨



📸 Share Your Cookie Crafting Magic!



Welcome message with pink floral border reads: "Welcome to the New Members Gallery. Create, Share, Motivate & Inspire Others!" Light and inviting mood.
Step into the New Members Gallery, where creativity blossoms and inspiration flows—let's create, share, and brighten each other's day with a splash of fun! 🌸

What I love the most about cards like this? They’re proof that even the tiniest paper scraps can turn into something adorable, meaningful, and downright scrumptious.


If this little leftover-love project inspired you to bake a card of your own—or if you’ve got cookie-themed cuteness already cooling on your craft table—I’d be over the moon to see it.


Share your creation in the Members’ Gallery so we can celebrate the cozy, crumb-covered magic that happens when we turn scraps into something worth savoring. 🍪💗





💋 Final Thoughts from the Cookie Lovin’ Queen


Pink and brown "Thank You!" card with coffee, spatulas, cookies, and oven mitts design. Striped background, wooden texture.
Proof that even paper scraps can bake up something beautiful—and totally irresistible. ✂️💕

This card is sweet proof that leftovers aren’t just “extra”—they’re an opportunity. One tiny stack of scraps turned into a delicious thank-you, layered with love, stitched with personality, and sprinkled with cookie-themed joy.


Whether you’re baking up gratitude, crafting something cute, or transforming the tiniest bits into something beautiful, remember this: every project has the potential to deliver a smile. And sometimes? The leftovers taste even better.


Bake it. Ink it. Send it. Repeat.

💋 April – This Chick Loves Paper


🛒 Grab Your Crafting Supplies!





Cookie-themed thank-you card with pink and black stripes, featuring baking utensils and cookies. Text: "Thank You!" and baking message.
Pin this sweet little card for your next cookie-themed thank-you! 🍪✨

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The use of and content of classes, services, or products offered is not endorsed by Stampin’ Up!®.


Create a handmade cookie-themed A2 thank-you card created with leftover scraps from the “Fat Girl Wanted Cookies!” layout. This step-by-step tutorial by This Chick Loves Paper features striped layers, faux stitching, Cricut-cut sentiments, and adorable baking embellishments—perfect for anyone who loves crafting, cookies, or sweet handmade cards.



Red and pink heart-patterned papers on a marble surface. One sheet is outside, the other in a clear bag. Text: ThisChickLovesPaper.com.
Protected, organized, and ready to craft!

⭐How I Protect My DSP, Cardstock & Finished Cards

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I store my DSP, cardstock, scraps, and even finished cards in these clear resealable bags.


The 2-mil thickness is perfect for everyday crafting (a 4-mil option is also available for extra durability), and they’re tough, reusable, and great for keeping your entire crafting stash clean, tidy, and protected from the chaos of the craft room.


Different sizes available! Here are the ones I use the most:

• 13×13 Plymor 2mil Zipper Reclosable Bags — for 12×12 DSP, cardstock sheets & scraps

• 9×12 Plymor 2mil Zipper Reclosable Bags — for 8.5×11 cardstock & scraps

• 6x8 Plymor 4mil Heavy Duty Reclosable Bags — for storing extra die cut embellishments & finished cards, card workshop kits


Other Tools I Use In My Projects

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Stamping & Precision Tools

• MISTI® Original (Pink), (Black), (Teal) — primary tool for stamping sentiments & images

• MISTI® Memory Size with 12-1/2" x 12-1/2" Stamping area — for borders, backgrounds & oversized stamping

• MISTI® Stamp Tool Bar Magnet - Additional magnets


Journaling Tools

• Avery® Easy Peel® Full-Sheet Clear Labels (8665) → Used for long typed journaling strips

• Avery® Clear Shipping Labels 2×4 (8663) → Used for short typed journaling strips or blocks

• Skaura Pigma Micron Fineliner Pens - Archival Black - Assorted Point Sizes - Used for handwritten Journaling



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