Sending Snoot Boops: Miss Ink Stamps

Have you ever had one of those moments in the craft room where you just can’t stop smiling because a stamp set is so darn cute? That’s exactly how I felt the first time I pulled out the Snoot Boops Stamp Set from Miss Ink Stamps. There’s something delightfully silly about a card that features a whole bunch of dog noses—and even sillier when one of them has its tongue sticking out.

I’m always on the hunt for ways to make my cards stand out without adding tons of layers or complexity. So when I saw this set, I knew I wanted to lean into the humor and create something that felt both fun and a little unexpected. The result? A clean design that brings in a custom puppy-themed background, playful ink blending, and a surprise focal point that’s equal parts adorable and cheeky.

Sending Snoot Boops:

The Idea: Playful, Puppy-Inspired Pattern Paper

One thing I love about stamps like these is that they’re incredibly versatile. You don’t have to use the whole dog—sometimes, just a nose says everything.

To create the background for this card, I stamped several of the nose images in different shades of black, gray, and brown onto a piece of white cardstock. It reminded me of wrapping paper I saw once at a boutique pet shop—simple, clean, and just quirky enough to make you do a double take.

Here’s the thing: creating your own pattern paper is one of my favorite tricks for getting more mileage out of smaller stamps. Instead of letting those “extra” images sit unused, you can build entire backgrounds with them. Bonus? You get to match your colors exactly to the rest of your design.

Pro Tip: Stick to a limited color palette (in this case, natural dog fur tones) so the background feels cohesive and not too busy.

Adding Character With Selective Ink Blending

Once I had the background down, I knew I wanted to add a pop of color—but I didn’t want to compete with the pattern. That’s where the Lucky Dog Stencil came in. I used it on a smaller square panel and did some selective ink blending with red, light gray, and deep charcoal ink from my stash.

I only blended portions of the stencil design to create a kind of spotlight effect. This technique helps add visual interest without overwhelming your card. It’s especially helpful when you want to keep your design clean and modern but still want to sneak in a little color.

Pro Tip: Use mini blending brushes when working in tighter stencil areas—this gives you more control and keeps the colors where you want them.

That Nose! That Tongue! That Snoot!

Let’s talk about the main image. This one is the true star of the show—a big ol’ dog nose with a lolling tongue that is pure joy.

I stamped the image in Versafine Onyx Black Ink, added clear embossing powder, and heat set it for a nice glossy outline. It gave the nose a shiny, wet look that just makes it feel real. Once it was colored with Copic markers, I die cut it using the Snoot Boops Coordinating Dies and popped it right into the center of that stenciled square.

There’s something so satisfying about combining crisp, clean embossing with bold coloring. It’s one of those small details that can make a card feel polished.

Wrapping It All Up

To finish the card, I stamped the “Sending Snoot Boops” sentiment on a scrap of black cardstock, heat embossed it in white, and added it just below the stenciled square. The whole panel was adhered to a black mat, and then everything was mounted onto a top-folding A2 card base made from Neenah Ultra Thick cardstock. It’s simple, but every element has a purpose—and it all ties together with a little personality and a lot of nose.

Pro Tip: When you're using a bold central image, consider grounding it with a sentiment strip or matting panel. It draws the eye in and makes your design feel intentional.

Why This Card Works

This card is such a great example of how you can use a themed stamp set in a new way. Instead of focusing on full dog images or scenes, I played up the details—noses, stencils, and a little snarky sentiment. The combination of a custom background, selective stenciling, and bold focal point gives this card lots of personality without feeling overworked.

It’s also a reminder that not every card has to be overly complicated. Sometimes a little clever repetition, a funny image, and the right sentiment are all you need to create something memorable.

Want to Try It?

If you’ve got any dog-themed sets in your stash, try isolating just a feature—like a paw, a nose, or a wagging tail—and build a design around that. You might be surprised how fun and fresh it feels to change your perspective just a bit.

Let me know if you give this idea a try—I’d love to see your take on it.

Thanks for dropping by today I hope that you found a little spark of creative inspiration with my project today. Wondering what I used in this project? Everything is linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails in the Materials Used section, or in the text below. Compensated affiliate links used when possible.

Materials Used:

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Rick Adkins

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