My craft room is always My Happy Place. But with the Holiday Catalog AND my new Big Shot, it’s as happy as can be. Although autumn officially starts on September 22, it’s still very warm here in the Midwest. So, today I’m showing my Almost Fall Leaves card! Card Design My design journey starts in […]
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Recently, I had to toss away the hardest working tool in my craft room. Sniff. It was my Big Shot. SOB!! The Sad Story of My Big Shot My Big Shot was one of the original ones sold through Stampin’ Up! It lasted just over 10 years. It has lived in a prominent spot on
Goodbye, My Good Friend… Read More »
When I design cards for my own use, or to share with all of you, I tend to make simple, clean designs, but with some kind of twist or “uplift”. You know, a little sparkle or a piece of ribbon. I try to keep it simple, but not boring, But every so often I receive
Please Stamp a Simple Card Read More »
Today’s super easy project shows paper daisies and stripes for all occasions! It doesn’t even have any stamping!
Paper Daisies and Stripes for All Occasions Read More »
It’s been a long time coming, but the complete set of Stampin’ Blends are finally here. Not just the original dozen colors. But all 46 current colors. All I can say is WHOO-HOO!! These alcohol markers make it ever so easy to color in images on your stamped projects. This is my all-time favorite card
Stampin’ Blends Have Arrived! Read More »
Designer Series Paper is always a good investment in your paper crafting. During this month, you can buy 3 and pick a 4th one for FREE.
Be Happy. Be You. Buy Designer Series Paper! Read More »
One of the advantages of visiting my blog, is that it provides one stop shopping for techniques. Seriously, you can spend hours looking on the internet for new techniques and other information on making hand stamped cards. Or you can visit here and save a ton of time! Don’t believe me? Consider this design: I came
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The Occasions catalog has so many new options, it’s clear (at least to me) why you need another flower stamp set!
Why You Need Another Flower Stamp Set Read More »
This card says, “You’re my Valentine every single day”… literally!
You’re My Valentine Every Single Day Read More »
One of the things I love about being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator and a card maker, is finding a new technique. And that’s just what I’m showing today.
Sure Do Love a New Technique Read More »
It’s that time of year again! Merry Christmas to you!!
Merry Christmas to You!! Read More »
I love snowflakes. They’re my version of wintertime flowers. So, today, I’m working with some easy snowflakes on a card!
Easy Snowflakes on a Card Read More »
Stampin’ Blends, the alcohol markers from Stampin’ Up! will be for sale starting on Wednesday, November 1. They are so much fun. And they add so much dimension to my card designs!
The Blendies are Coming! The Blendies are Coming! Read More »
Okay, I admit it. I’m not a big fan of the oranges and browns. That usually means that I don’t make a lot of cards using fall colors. However, the Year of Cheer Specialty Washi Tape has come to the rescue!
Fall Colors Can Make Me Smile Read More »
Just a quick reminder that my 12 Weeks of Christmas Projects begins tomorrow, Wednesday at 1 pm. This is my customers’ favorite time!
24-Hour Warning for 12 Weeks of Christmas Read More »
