Spreading Joy Through Handmade Cards
Here’s a quick & easy card which you can easily change to another occasion. I’ve had friends and family who have lost loved ones these past two weeks, so I’ve needed to make sympathy cards. I made this card for my brother-in-law who lost his dear younger brother. The Thoughts & Prayers Stamp Set is one that I go to a lot for my sympathy cards …
I am always amazed how you can take a plain cardstock and transform it into a ‘wow’ project. Here’s a card that starts out with Whisper White cardstock and after embossing it with the Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder, sponging with 3 different inks, then using gold embossing powder the plain Whisper White cardstock is transformed into this lovely faux patina look. I also sponged the Marina …
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Christmas is a special day . . . a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus, the reason for this season. He came as a helpless baby and millions have experienced his love and the peace that only He can give. He changes lives forever. How thankful I am that He is my Savior. Today I want to share with you a song that is …
One of this month’s club projects was a pocket card–a little different from the regular type card. I think these are so cool – they’re quick and easy. You can use it for any occasion including as an invitation card. I used the rock and roll technique on the butterfly – giving it a two tone effect. Stamping Supplies: Stamps: Creative Elements Stamp 122645 (wood-mount), 122647 (clear-mount) …
Here’s a fun video Stampin’ Up has just released. The participants in the video are Stampin’ Up! employees singing the tune of 12 Days of Christmas. Don’t you wish you could have this much fun where you work? This video reminds me of my childhood. During the Christmas season, when my extended family would get together, my cousins and I used to sing the 12 Days of …
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In last week’s In last week’s class we made a Flip Fold Album to put several of the many pictures we’ll be taking during this time of year. This Christmas album holds anywhere from 8 – 16 pictures. We had fun decorating our album. Here it is open; one of the back panels (not shown below) has an ornament. Although we used many stamps for this …
It’s been a busy week with classes, club and getting ready for my Christmas concert, but I wanted to share a card we made at last month’s club. It’s called a shadow box card. Although the opening on this card is a circle, the opening can be any shape you like. I used Shimmer Paint on the Old Olive card stock to give it a more elegant …
Here’s a card that we did last month in my Christmas & Gift Card Class which I forgot to post. Unfortunately, the picture doesn’t do the card justice as it looks so much better in person where you can see all the shimmer. It was a hit with my class attendees – simple but elegant. If you’re looking for a quick and easy card – this is one of …
Have you made these holiday ornaments yet? They are made with the Ornament Keepsakes Stamp Set and Holiday Ornaments Framelits. Both my clubs made them and loved them but they do take some time to make. I have good news for you! Stampin’ Up! just made the process easier so you can quickly make them and hang them on your tree, or use them as an elegant tag. With this kit, …
During the holiday season, people are always looking for ways to package treats and gifts to give others. From now through January 2, Stampin’ Up! is offering a 20% discount on holiday packaging bundles. Trimmings & Tags Bundle Item 132769 $13.50 (a $16.85 value) Includes Gusseted Cellophane Bags (25 bags; 5″ x 3″ x 11-1/2″) Snow Festival Designer Printed Tags (25 double-sided tags; 4-1/2″ x 3-1/8″) Cherry …
I’m taking a break from Christmas cards to make a birthday card for someone special–my daughter, a gift from God. She likes clean cards with a bit of an artistic flair so I think she’ll like this one. I like the faux soft layers on this card created with sponging. I stamped the flower from the Creative Elements Stamp Set, cut it, curled and sponged the edges …
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It’s been a whirlwind week . . . but a good one! My home is all decorated for Christmas – an annual tradition that we do at home the day after Thanksgiving instead of shopping. It takes me 2 days to get it all done! And since I don’t like shopping at the stores with the crowds, I look for the sales online. Here’s a pretty clean card with …
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Here in the United States we are celebrating Thanksgiving Day – a holiday that was proclaimed a national holiday in 1863 by President Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War to be celebrated each year in November. For many it’s a time to get together with friends and family. Thanksgiving is a special day for me as I reflect on God’s goodness in my life. I am so thankful to …
As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, I love snowmen–they are so adorable. Don’t these Frosty Friends (#128117) look like they’re having a fun time? This is one of the cards I’ll be doing with my technique clubs. See all the glitter surrounding the snowmen? It’s a fun and easy technique but you’ll need to come back next week and I’ll tell you more about it (after my club meets). Have you seen …
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