5 Masculine Card Ideas for the Outdoorsy People In Your Life

Ever feel like you’re stuck when it comes to making masculine cards? You’re not alone, and it’s not your fault. The truth is, most cardmaking inspiration leans heavily toward florals and soft, delicate designs, leaving little room for rugged, gender-neutral styles. But don’t worry! This isn’t a lack of creativity on your part; it’s simply a gap in what’s out there.

The Wanderlust 3D Embossing Folder is perfect for creating striking monochrome designs. Emboss a piece of white cardstock, then lightly swipe or ink blend some blue ink over the raised areas to make the travel-themed texture pop. Alternately, you can also add shimmer to the raised designs using Sea Beryl Shimmer Paste, like Aditi did in her masculine card above!

Take it to the next level by adding a couple of luggage die-cuts from Creative Cuts: Pack Your Bags Layering Die Set!

Pro Tip: Keep it simple. Skip extra embellishments for a bold, clean design that feels sophisticated and unisex. This is one of the quickest DIY masculine cards you can make, but it doesn’t compromise on impact.

Pair the Brilliant Waves Background Stencil with the Chickadee Chirps Registration Press Plates and Die Bundle for a card that’s serene yet eye-catching. Ink-blend soft blues and greens through the stencil to create a tranquil backdrop, then add your bird die-cut elements for dimension.

The result? A scenic masculine card that feels like a breath of fresh air, perfect for outdoorsy recipients.

Why It Works: The waves stencil adds texture and movement without overpowering the focal die-cuts.

Want to add a touch of elegance to your masculine cards? Try using the Brilliant Waves Background Stencil and a layer of shimmer paste for that raised, textured background.

This technique elevates a simple card while keeping it understated enough for masculine designs. The mix of rugged embossed texture with a hint of shine strikes the perfect balance.

For a relaxed, rugged vibe, use blue cardstock with the Wanderlust 3D Embossing Folder , then add white pigment ink highlights. This creates that “faded jeans” texture that’s effortlessly cool.

Finish the design with a sentiment stamped in bold black ink. This masculine card is not only quick to create but is also one of the most versatile DIY masculine cards, working for birthdays, thank yous, or “just because” moments. If you want to add some “shimmer” to it, you can use hot foiled sentiments, like Rebecca did in her card above.

Combine ink blending with doodling for a creative twist! Start with the Brilliant Waves Background Stencil and blend gender-neutral colors like navy, gray, and olive green. Or keep it monochrome, like Erum did in her card above. Then, grab a fine liner pen and add Zentangle-inspired doodles over the stenciled lines.

This playful approach adds a handmade charm and gives your masculine card ideas a unique, artsy flair that the recipient will love.

See? It’s not about what you can’t create; it’s about having the right inspiration. These 5 masculine card ideas prove that with a few tools like the Wanderlust 3D Embossing Folder and Brilliant Waves Background Stencil, you can craft bold, outdoor-inspired designs that feel thoughtful, modern, and anything but ordinary.

So the next time you find yourself staring at a blank card base, remember: you don’t need to reinvent the wheel, you just need to take your creativity outside. Grab your favorite stencils, play with texture, and let the outdoors inspire your next round of DIY masculine cards.