Spreading Joy Through Handmade Cards
In yesterday’s post I mentioned that I was working on my Jolly Christmas card version and promised to post it today. Well, here is my Joy Christmas card. I didn’t have the No Peeking Stamp Set so I used one of the sentiments from the WordPlay Stamp Set and one of the images from the stamp set For the Birds. I was going to stamp a snowman …
Have you seen this card on page 181 of the Stampin’ Up! 2012-13 Annual Catalog and ever wondered how it was done? Here’s a video from Stampin’ Up! on how to make it. It looks hard but it’s easy! There are so many great and creative projects in the Stampin’ Up! catalog that you could make. I started making this card last night but I didn’t get a chance …
Here’s a My Digital Studio tutorial on creating torn edges with cardstock or designer series paper. Have you downloaded the 30-day My Digital Studio 2 FREE trial yet? Holidays are coming up and that means lots of picture taking. You can create your one-of-a kind digital scrapbook. Stampin’ Up! recently slashed print prices for good! See this post for information and click here to see …
Although we wish we didn’t have to create a sympathy card, there comes a time when we need to make one. Here’s a sympathy card using the Hello Doily background stamp and Field of Flowers Stamp Set. I added a Crumb Cake seam binding ribbon, tore the bottom part and inked all the edges with Early Espresso ink. Need Supplies? Visit my online store. Stamping …
I needed a wedding card so I decided to use one of the stamps from the Word Play Stamp Set which fit perfectly in the space where there wasn’t any embossing. The Elegant Lines Embossing Folder combined with the Frost White Shimmer Paint and Whisper White Organza Ribon adds a simple but elegant look to the card. I embossed the Glossy White Cardstock and then applied Shimmer Paint …
Do you have a busy schedule and not much time for stamping? Here’s a quick and easy card using the Orchard Harvest Designer Series Paper and From My Heart stamp. Designer Series Paper is ideal for making quick cards with a great background. All you need to do is add a sentiment, ribbon or image and you’re done! Card Details 4-1/4″ x 11″ Very Vanilla cardstock base 4-1/8″ x …
Have you ever used Stampin’ Up!’s printing services for My Digital Studio Projects? Whether you have or not, I have good news for you. Stampin’ Up! has lowered prices on all My Digital Studio print products for good! Now you can print your photobooks, cards, calendars and other products for a lot less!! Shipping prices have also been simplified. To get the lower prices and …
Want some shine on your projects? Use Shimmer Paint! It’s great for your holiday cards. So what exactly is shimmer paint? It’s a non-toxic pigment ink with a bit of shimmer. You can stamp with it, apply it to an entire piece of cardstock, or apply it to a stamped image. Combined with the glossy white cardstock – it’s the right tool for the Faux …
Yesterday I posted a sneak peak of this card and promised to post it today so here it is! This is a card we made at my Christmas card class yesterday. We used the stockings image from the Open Sleigh stamp. This is a whimsical fun stamp set. Here’s another card I posted a couple of months ago using the same set. Stamping Supplies Stamps: Open …
From now until January 2, 2013, Stampin’ Up! will be selling single stamps from three popular stamp sets: Word Play, Seasonal Sayings and Perfectly Penned. You’ll be able to order these clear-mount stamps in a workshop or online. There are no limits as to how many you can buy. The stamp will come in a cello bag but if you prefer to have a clear case …
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Pop Up Slider cards are fun interactive cards and easy to make. I love making cards that are different from the norm. I used the Betsy’s Blossoms stamp set which is very versatile and used the new Primrose Petals ink pad which provides excellent coverage. I placed a ribbon at the top of the card so that the recipient of the card knows to pull the tab to reveal …
I wanted to make a different kind of card for a friend who’s having a baby shower, so I decided to make this fun side step card using the Little Additions stamp set. I got the dresser type idea from the very talented Jackie Topa. Details for Side Step Card Start with a 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ cardstock Place cardstock vertically on trimmer at 2-3/4″ and starting at 1″ …
Would you like to make your own Christmas Cards but not sure where to start? Do you need ideas? Do you want to have a couple of cards ready to go for when you need them? Would you like to attend a class with other stampers? Want to have a fun time? Then YOU wont want to miss my class! The deadline for my Christmas Card …
Have you downloaded the FREE 30-Day Trial of My Digital Studio 2 but don’t know how to use it or where to begin? Watch this video on Filling Punches With Photos – one of many beginner videos. If you want to see more beginner videos of My Digital Studio 2 click here. For more information on My Digital Studio 2 click here. To download the …
Are you looking for Christmas project ideas? Wouldn’t it be great to have projects you can make for family and friends? Well, I have a gift for you! Starting October 3rd every person who signs up for my newsletter will receive a free project idea. Each week, all subscribers will receive an email with a holiday project such as a Christmas card, holiday gift, boxes, bags and tags. These …
Have you ever gone apple picking? It’s fun climbing up the trees to get those apples you think are the best. I had never gone apple picking until 4 years ago when my daughter was in college and we went to visit her during family weekend. She went to school in a beautiful area in NY state where there are plenty of apples to pick – and not to …
Need a thank you card right away? You can whip up this 3″ x 3″ card in no time at all. These are quick and easy thank you cards I made for my customers using the Daydream Medallions stamp set I got at the Stampin’ Up! Convention this year. I also used the Sassy Salutations stamp. Cardmaking does not have to be complicated with lots of layers or embellishments. Sometimes simple …