Xbox Inspired Birthday Card – Level Up in Style | Featuring Pajama Crafter Stamps

Jul 13
2 min read

Updated: Jul 13

Today I’m sharing a fun gamer-themed card that’s perfect for celebrating the next level up! Inspired by the iconic Xbox look, this bold design combines vibrant ink blending with sleek black foiling for a crisp, modern finish.

Want to see this card come together step-by-step? You can watch the full video tutorial now on my YouTube channel!

🎮 Supplies Used:

Pajama Crafter Stamps Gamers Flashcards: https://collabs.shop/tgg50t (card panel with controller design)
Black foil
Laminator or foiling machine
Distress Oxide Inks (Twisted Citron, Mowed Lawn, Rustic Wilderness)
Ink blending tools
Die border frame
Masking paper
Pencil

✨ How I Made It:

Masking the Controller:
Before any inking, I laid a piece of masking paper over the controller image and lightly traced the outline with a pencil. I cut out the mask and placed it carefully over the controller so it would stay bright white while I blended the background.
Ink Blending the Background:
With the mask in place, I used blending brushes to apply Twisted Citron in the center, Mowed Lawn around it, and a touch of Rustic Wilderness at the edges. The mask protected the controller perfectly, leaving it clean and crisp.
Foiling the Design:
Once the ink was completely dry, I removed the mask, laid black foil over the panel, and ran it through my foiling machine. This added the crisp black outline of the controller and the pixel-style sentiment: Gamers don’t get older—they level up.

I love how the foil pops against the blended background.
Adding the Frame:
To give the card a polished finish, I die cut a simple black border frame with a subtle embossed texture. This clean frame helps anchor the bright center panel without distracting from it.
Assembly:
I adhered the finished piece to a top-fold A2 card base, making sure it was centered and secure.

🎂 Gamer Birthday Card Tips:

Always ensure your ink is 100% dry before foiling to avoid any foil sticking where you don’t want it.
Try foam tape behind the panel or the frame for added dimension.
Experiment with other colors like neon blue or purple for different gaming themes.