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Thursday, December 31, 2015

Vintage Birthday Card Tutorial

I was inspired to create a card that looked like something I may have found in the attic of my great grandmother's house. In a box full of treasures stashed away in a corner covered in dust and cobwebs.

My eyes are closed and the vision is clear in my mind. I see old, distressed paper with writing on it. The old paper is adorned with an image of red flowers. I see butterflies. It's dirty and dingy but oh so gorgeous!

I reach quickly for the colors and images (stamp sets)  I see in my vision and turn on the video camera. The result is absolutely stunning! A vintage card that looks like it's been around for at least a century!

Now, gather your supplies, join me in my craft room, and be inspired to transform paper into a little work of art.



Do you want to learn how to make more projects like this card? And have a chance to earn free products? All while having fun hanging out with your girlfriends? Ask me how you can host your very own Stampin' Up! Party!


Be sure to check out the list of supplies I used below and if you want to order any of them just click on the link or contact me.

Supply List

134198 - Choose Happiness Stamp Set
140691 - Grateful Bunch Stamp Set available January 5, 2016
138816 - Butterfly Basics Stamp Set
119686 - Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
120953 - Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
126965 - Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad
126974 - Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
126978 - Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad
104332 - Snail Permanent Adhesive
141337 - Stampin' Sponge

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Stampin' Up! Butterfly Basics

I am so excited to share today's video with you! I made this card using Stampin' Up!'s oh so eclectic and lovely Butterfly Basics stamp set. The creative possibilities are endless with this must-have stamp set.

I would love to help you get your creative hands on your very own set. Simply scroll down to the supply list and click on the link to order today.

Check out what other amazing products Stampin' Up! offers.. take a look inside the latest catalog online or, for the cost of shipping, request a copy mailed to your home.

Now, gather your supplies, join me in my craft room, and be inspired to transform paper into a little work of art.



Want to learn how to make projects like this card? And have a chance to earn free products? All while having fun hanging out with your girlfriends? Ask me how you can host your very own Stampin' Up! Party!


Don't forget to check out the list of supplies I used below and if you want to order any of them just click on the link or contact me.

Supply List

138816 - Butterfly Basics Stamp Set
139424 - Watercolor Wings Stamp Set
139420 - One Big Meaning Stamp Set
100730 - Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
138437 - Subtles Designer Series Paper Stack
137360 - Butterflies Thinlits Dies
126957 - So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pad
126978 - Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad
126974 - Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
131181 - Soft Sky Classic Stampin' Pad
141337 - Stampin' Sponges

Friday, December 25, 2015

Merry Christmas

I am so grateful for all of you, and I am so grateful for my Savior, who we celebrate on this beautiful day. I feel His love for me and I know He loves all of you. Hope today is filled with making heart-warming memories with family and friends. Merry Christmas!





Supply List

Retired - Ornamental Pine Stamp Set (sorry for using a retired stamp set but it is one of my favorites)
101650 - Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
119686 - Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
133645 - Mossy Meadow Stampin' Pad
126965 - Cajun Craze Stampin' Pad
126974 - Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
141337 - Stampin' Sponges
102283 - Versamark Pad
101930 - Iridescent Ice Stampin' Emboss Powder

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Saturday, December 19, 2015

Birthday Wishes - Grateful Bunch Sneak Peek Project

Today I'm excited to share a card I created using a bundle from the upcoming 2016 Stampin' Up! Occasions Catalog!


I used other stamp sets to get the perfect backdrop but the star of this card is, without a doubt, the gorgeous bunch of flowers and leaves from the Grateful Bunch Stamp Set (available in the new Occasions Catalog beginning January 5). I love how this card turned out! And... I love, love, love this color combination!

Is this sneak peek getting you excited about the 2016 Stampin' Up! Occasions Catalog? Can you hardly wait to unleash your creativity on the amazing new products? Remember the best way to enjoy this catalog is to have a party with your friends. I’ll bring fun projects you and your friends can make using products from the catalog. And, did I mention, you have a chance to earn FREE products? Contact me today to book your very own Stampin' Up! Party!

Don't forget to check out the list of supplies I used below and if you want to order any of them just click on the link or contact me.

Supply List
140691 - Grateful Bunch Stamp Set available January 5, 2016
140612 - Blossom Bunch Punch available January 5, 2016
138816 - Butterfly Basics Stamp Set postage stamp
134198 - Choose Happiness Stamp Set background leaves stamp
122497 - Petite Pairs Stamp Set sentiment stamp
139424 - Watercolor Wings Stamp Set background dots stamp
119686 - Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
101650 - Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
126982 - Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad
126957 - So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pad
126978 - Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad
126974 - Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
139683 - Curvy Corner Trio Punch
141337 - Stampin' Sponges

Sunday, December 13, 2015

Simple Thank You Card

I am so excited to share today's video with you! I made this card using one of Stampin' Up!'s upcoming stamp sets from the new Sale-A-Bration catalog which is jam-packed with products that you can earn for FREE when you make a qualifying purchase from January 5 through March 31!

If you are one of my current customers, you should be receiving both your Occasions and Sale-A-Bration catalogs in the mail by the end of December. If you are not my customer yet and would like to order from me, contact me to request your FREE Occasions and Sale-A-Bration catalogs today!

Now, gather your supplies, join me in my craft room, and be inspired to transform paper into a little work of art.



Want to learn how to make projects like this card? And have a chance to earn free products? All while having fun hanging out with your girlfriends? Ask me how you can host your very own Stampin' Up! Party!



Be sure to check out the list of supplies I used below and if you want to order any of them just click on the link or contact me.

Supply List

138816 - Butterfly Basics Stamp Set
141276 - What I Love Sale-A-Bration Stamp Set
131198 - Blushing Bride 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
100730 - Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
126974 - Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
126957 - So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pad
126978 - Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad
131172 - Blushing Bride Classic Stampin' Pad
126972 - Always Artichoke Classic Stampin' Pad
141337 - Stampin' Sponges
102300 - Bone Folder
104332 - Snail Permanent Adhesive

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Simple Elegance

I was inspired to create a card with texture and layers that are typically seen in an art journal or mixed media project. You know... the kind of project that leave your hands grungy and stained for days. So, I went into my craftroom and grabbed some supplies along with a lot of scrap paper. I stamped... and stamped again... then stamped some more... and, finally, this elegant yet simple card was created.

Stamping is so therapeutic! And, once your creativity starts flowing, the possibilities are endless.

Want to learn how to make projects like this card? And have a chance to earn free products? All while having fun hanging out with your girlfriends? Ask me how you can host your very own Stampin' Up! Party! Be sure to check out the list of supplies I used below and if you want to order any of them just click on the link or contact me.

 

Supply List

 

138816 - Butterfly Basics Stamp Set
134198 - Choose Happiness Stamp Set
119682 - Marina Mist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
100730 - Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
126962 - Marina Mist Classic Stampin' Pad
126957 - So Saffron Classic Stampin' Pad
133645 - Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad
126978 - Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad
119247 - Pearl Basic Jewels

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Springtime In December

So, I'm in the Midwest... and it's December... and I'm wearing flip flops! If you ask the average person around here if it's warm enough to wear flip flops you'll probably get a resounding NOOOOOOO!! But I'm not the average person and, I say, if it's above freezing and sunny... guess what... I'm wearing flip flops That brings me to today's project.

This unusually "warm" weather has me thinking springtime and butterflies and that is my inspiration for today's project. I am absolutely in love with how this card turned out. The soft colors and the rough edges are a match made in heaven.


Check out the supplies I used below and if you want to order any of them just click on the picture or contact me. The only thing I used that is not listed on the supply list are the scissors I used to distress the edges of the paper... any pair of scissors will do the trick. Want to learn how to make projects like this card? And have a chance to earn free products? All while having fun hanging out with your girlfriends?

Ask me how you can host your very own Stampin' Up! Party! And, if you’re not already, be sure to sign up to get my blog posts sent directly to your email so you don’t miss a thing. There will new video tutorials, projects, classes, and so much more.


Supply List

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Christmas In Pink

I was organizing my craftroom tonight and came across some remnants of Graphic 45's Nutcracker Sweet paper stack. This lovely pink ballerina inspired me to create a Christmas card and I want to share it with you.

Don't you just love the non-traditional color pallet? I kept things simple by fuzzy cutting some images from the paper. Wait a minute! Did I just type fuzzy cutting and simple in the same sentence? Lol! Fuzzy cutting is so therapeutic. Really, it is Oh, how I love this paper. I'm so sad it's retired.


Saturday, November 28, 2015

Clean & Simple Christmas Card

I hope that everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I had a great time with my family.

The house was filled with laughter, family, and the smell of great food. It was good to just hang out and relax. It was a good day!

I even managed to create this lovely card. It's clean and simple... and was very easy to make! Check out the supplies I used below and if you want to order any of them just click on the picture.

Want to learn how to make projects like this card? And have a chance to earn free products? All while having fun hanging out with your girlfriends? Ask me how you can host your very own Stampin' Up! Party!



 Supply List

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Vintage Leather Tag Tutorial

Here's the video tutorial of how I created the tags for the God's Promises mini a couple of days ago.

Yes, this video is a throw back but the tag is so gorgeous. If you love vintage, then you'll love this tutorial.

Before you watch the video, let me just say that I'm getting so excited with tying up all the lose ends of getting my crafting business going. If you're not already, be sure to sign up to get my blog posts sent directly to your email so you don't miss a thing. There will be new video tutorials, projects, classes, and so much more. Look over to the right... find the subscribe section... and sign up today. Thank you.

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Stampin' Up! Weekly Deals

Every Tuesday, Stampin' Up! brings you amazing deals on select products. Check out what's on sale this week. If you see something you absolutely must have, don't wait... get it today!

Monday, November 23, 2015

Stampin' Up! Online Extravaganza

November 23-30, save up to 50% on select products during our week-long Online Extravaganza! To make it even better, there will be flash sales that last 24 hours on November 23 and November 30, the first and last days of Online Extravaganza. But remember: Online Extravaganza savings are only available while supplies last, so get them while you can!


Ready... Set... Go!!

  1. Print or view the flyer here
  2. Download you wish list. here
  3. Order Online starting Monday, 11/23
Repeat step 3 as often as you'd like!

Sunday, November 22, 2015

Faith Book - A Little Book of God's Promises

This beautiful little mini album is packed with scripture that serve as a beautiful reminder of God's promises to us.

I created the mini a while ago. In fact, I don't even have the mini anymore. I sold it on Etsy. I pray the owner has found the scripture to be uplifting and has used it to journal some of her most intimate conversations with God.

Such a lovely mini...


It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas

I am so thankful that I am once again finding the time [and motivation] to do what I love. My craft room (pictured below) has been neglected over the last few months but I am happy to report that I have gotten my mojo back and I am ready to get back to creating little works of art.





Here is the first of many projects that I want to share with you. It's a Vintage Christmas Card. I am so in love with how this card turned out... so simple yet so gorgeous!





STAMPS
Ornamental Pine Retired Stampin Up Stamp Set

INKS
Bamboo Leaves Mememto Ink Pad
Rich Cocoa Mememto Ink Pad
Vintage Photo Tim Holtz Distress Ink

PAPER
Very Vanilla Stampin Up


Thursday, November 19, 2015

Stampin' Up! Retiring Products... Get Them Before They're Gone!

Did you fall in love with something from the Holiday Catalog but haven't had the chance to get it yet? You have until January 4 (while supplies last) to get anything on the retiring list. Shop early for the best selection. See the retiring list here.