If you are not yet aware the current catalogs end June 2nd and the new annual catalog launches June 3rd. While supplies last here are the Last-Chance Products to see if anything catches your eye and you want to make a purchase. I’m highlighting a few of the cards made with stamp sets that are retiring to make… Read More: So long old friends »
This week it’s been hot & humid, perfect for my first pool time of the year and for making cards using the Timeless Tropical Stamp set and coordinating In the Tropics Dies. I’ve paired these products with the Tropical Oasis Designer Series Paper to make a pocket folder and three cards, including a shutter card. Below is a… Read More: Hot & Humid = Timeless Tropical »
Today in the United States is Memorial Day. Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while in the military service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. The purpose of Memorial Day is to memorialize the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.… Read More: Red, White & Blue »
This month my nephew Jake graduates from University of Delaware, he is one of the class of 2020 graduates of COVID-19 – finishing college online with no formal graduation ceremony. Today I thought I would share with you the card and packaging I’ve sent him. There is a card, gift card holder and brown bag pocket holder (Posh… Read More: Big Month for Jake! »
In reviewing all my stamp sets while removing the “retiring” sets to their new home, a box under the bed, I came across Abstract Impressions Photopolymer Stamp Set and the coordinating Springtime Impression Dies. When this stamp set came out I used it quite a bit, any color combinations works and it’s fun to stamp with, so I… Read More: Retiring Favorite »
How many of you have 1″ strips of designer paper laying around? Come on, I know you do and even if you don’t you can always cut some. Today are two simple card layouts using 1″ strips of designer paper. I started with 1″ x 6″ strips, adhered them to scraps of card stock and cut the final… Read More: What can you do with 1″ scraps? »
Over the weekend I looked through some of my older cards and came across a fun fold card and thought I would use some of the retiring Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper to make a few cards using the design. While today’s card may be more kid themed, remember we are all kids at heart! Here’s a front… Read More: Birthday Fun Fold Card »
One of my favorite stamp sets “Witty-Cisms” from the 2020 Mini Catalog is retiring. This stamp set helps you celebrate all occasions with a witty quip. This is a one-stop rubber stamp set that includes a range of reasons to celebrate birthday, baby, graduation and retirement. The Witty-Cisms stamp set includes playful greetings and silly puns. Open line-art… Read More: Witty-Cisms, one of my favorite stamp sets »
This exclusive Sara-inspired Paper Pumpkin kit is here to help you #sharesunshine. It includes supplies for eight handmade cards and is specially designed to help you create a box full of cheer. Once you’ve made all the cards, use any leftover pieces to decorate the box. Fill it with yellow goodies, add the included adhesive label, address it… Read More: June 2020 Paper Pumpkin »
Happy Anniversary to Mike & Diane! Thought I would share with you today the card I sent to my brother & sister-in-law to celebrate their anniversary. The card features the photopolymer stamp sets Beautiful Friendship for the images and retiring Beautiful Bouquet for the sentiment. The names of the stamps sets are perfect for an anniversary card. I’ve… Read More: Happy Anniversary! »
Between everything going on in the world, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, high school and college graduation thought it was the perfect time to show how to make a gift card holder. Gift cards are a great way to show your appreciation to essential workers, graduates or anyone! If you don’t want to add a gift card, cash… Read More: Gift card holder anyone? »
Making a Difference: COVID-19 Product Giveback Stampin’ Up! is committed to making a difference in our global communities and caring about people first. As part of their Making a Difference program they are offering a product giveback opportunity to support organizations that are helping COVID-19 frontline responders and communities vulnerable to the pandemic. Purchase the Share Sunshine PDF… Read More: Making a Difference: COVID-19 Product Giveback »
Have you checked the Last Chance list for stamp sets going away ? One of them is the Beautiful You Stamp Set, so I thought I would feature that on today’s card along with one of the Ornate Border Dies. these border dies are great, they give you a great impact with little work and on two of… Read More: Live – Laugh – Love »