Want to get this January Calendar wallpaper download? You can get it for FREE by going to my online store and downloading it. You can also get the Naughty & Nice chalkboard tag download by clicking here. Here are the rest of this week’s My Digital Studio downloads. Let It Snow Kit #132963 Layered Labels Stamp Brush #132984 Have you tried My Digital Studio yet? …
A New Year . . . Feeling Sentimental
Happy New Year to all! I wish you a healthy and blessed new year filled with peace, joy, love and God’s blessings! It’s January 1st and it’s time to focus on new projects. January is filled with lots of exciting things and new beginnings. There are two more days before Stampin’ Up!’s Spring catalog makes its appearance with fresh, new and exciting products and 21 …
Quick & Easy Sympathy Card & Sneak Peak
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 …
Faux Patina Card
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 …
New Items at the Stampin’ Up! Clearance Rack – Round 2
As if last month’s Clearance Rack new items were not enough, Stampin’ Up! has recently added 15 more new items to the Clearance Rack — get them while supplies last. Here are the new items: Neutrals Flower Brads Regals Flower Brads Subtles Flower Brads Pretty in Pink 5/8″ Satin Ribbon Bashful Blue 5/8″ Satin Ribbon Chantilly 1/2″ Crochet Trim Artichoke 3/8″ Denim Jean Ribbon 2010-2012 In Color …
Merry Christmas!
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 …
Pocket Card With Creative Elements
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) …
Celebrating the Season With Stampin’ Up!
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 …
Stampin’ Up! Clearance Rack Deals!
There are over 300 NEW Clearance Rack items being added to the Online Store with discounts up to 80% off retail price but it’s only WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! For the first time, stamps have been included at up to 40% off. Here are some facts you need to know… Clearance Rack items are only available through my online store. You can order Clearance and non-Clearance …
Joy Flip Fold Christmas Album
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 …
Bells & Boughs Shadow Box Card
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 …
Christmas Blessings – Quick & Easy Card
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 …
Ornamental Elegance Kit Available
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, …
Package Your Gifts Creatively
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 …
A Creative Elements Card for Someone Special
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 …
It’s Almost Over . . . Do You Have A Christmas Wish List Ready to Go?
Stampin’ Up!’s Online Extravaganza ends TODAY at 11:50pm (MT)! Have you been on the fence about a particular stamp set or punch or even My Digital Studio 2 that is part of the Extravaganza sale? Today is your last chance to get it at a discount! There are stamps available up to 50% off! What a great deal! See discounted items in this post. Today’s …
My Digital Studio Designer Templates
Did you know there are various templates on My Digital Studio 2 that you can play around with to add photos? Watch the video below to see what’s available and how to use it. Have you tried My Digital Studio 2 yet? Are you wondering if you would like to create digitally? Visit my online store and download your FREE 30 Day Trial and find out if …
Bird Builder Punch Christmas Card
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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Being Thankful and Blessed
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 …