Spreading Joy Through Handmade Cards
I just love the Water Stamping Background Technique. This was one of the techniques I did with my stamping club last month. Everyone loved it! I like the softness of this card using some of the ink colors from the Subtles Collection. I must admit the Subtles Ink Collection is my favorite. The technique is easy and fun to do. All you need to do …
Do you have a close friend you haven’t seen in a while? Do you have a friend who needs encouragement? Do you have a friend you just want to tell her how special she is to you? Here’s your day – today is Send a Card to a Friend Day! So get your stamping supplies out and make a card for that special friend. Imagine her surprise when she …
Here’s a card we made at one of my technique clubs using the masking and reverse masking technique. When I showed them the card we were going to make, at first they thought it was different layers of cardstock but it’s not! Doesn’t it look cool? I thought it combined well with the Tea Shoppe stamp set. Stamping Supplies: Stamps: From My Heart 126555 wood-mount, 126557 clear-mount; …
Here’s another thank you card. I used the Needlepoint Border embossing folder because I love the border look on cards and I also wanted to use my new stuff (he, he). I used the spotlight technique on this card using the Elements of Style stamp set. This is a great technique for this stamp especially if you’re not a person who likes to color. Want to see another …
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 …
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) …
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 …
I needed to make a special card for a sweet and special elderly couple who used to attend my church before they moved away and who are going through a rough time with the husband on hospice and the wife dealing with cancer. I decided to use one of my favorite stamp sets, Just Believe for this card. I like the softness of the flowers. I colored the flower image …
When I discovered the brick wall technique a while back, I knew I had to try it. I loved the look of it. I also wanted to change the usual fold to a fancier fold so I used the double dutch fold technique. The top opens upward and it has two small panels at the bottom that open outward. I love the brick wall technique, and …
Here’s a sympathy card I made using the Perfectly Preserved stamp set and Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder. I sponged Whisper White Craft Ink around the edge of the Sahara Sand cardstock and masked and sponged the inside of the mason jar to give it the look of water inside the jar. Today marks the 11th anniversary of 9/11 which is always a tough one to remember. So many …
How many times do we see people around us who are hurting or just need a listening ear, and we don’t stop to reach out to those in need because we’re just too busy. This song is a great reminder to me to reach out whenever and wherever I can. That is my desire. Winner My birthday random drawing winner is LINDA! Congratulations!!! Here are …
When looking at a stamping project, do you ever wonder . . how was that done? There are many wonderful stamping techniques that you can apply to your stamping creations to step it up a notch. Wouldn’t it be nice to join a technique club and learn many cool stamping and paper crafting techniques? If you live in or near the Bergen County area in New Jersey, come and join …
How would you feel if you received a card that had the message . . . “My thoughts are happiest when you’re in them” and on top of that has a super cool string art piece right smack in the middle of the card. Wow… I know I would feel special and loved. And this is today’s card. We learned this technique at my monthly technique club. The technique is …
I love flowers! They brighten your room and smell so nice. Each time you give flowers to someone you can convey a different message such as . . . Get well soon, I love you, Congratulations, I’m sorry and so many more. Fresh flowers are great and . . . Did you know you can make flowers out of paper, too? In last year’s Stampin’ Up! convention, …
Have you ever done the dahlia fold technique? My technique club met last week and I taught them how to make this fold. It takes a little time but the outcome is well worth it. We used the Floral District Designer Series Paper to make the dahlia and put a Summer Starfruit In Color Dahlia in the center or some put a Rich Razzleberry button in the middle which looked just …
Here’s swap #3. I used the faux layer technique (one of my favorites!) on this card using the Open Sleigh stamp set. This is a great stamp to make easy cards if you don’t have a lot of time but want to make your own Christmas cards. What do you think? Leave me a comment. Stamping Supplies: Stamp: Open Sleigh #126460 (wood) #126462 (clear) Ink: Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler, Early …
We continue with our Father’s Day card ideas… Here’s a clean and simple card for the suit and tie dad. I embossed the Riding Hood Red cardstock with the stripes embossing folder to add some texture to the card. I also embossed the ties with black embossing powder – it gives it a shiny and raised look. How are you doing with your Father’s Day …
As soon as I saw the Summer Afternoon stamp set from the 2012-2013 Stampin Up! catalog, I knew I had to get it. The swing immediately reminded me of the one I used to sit on everyday during my vacations in Cape Cod — it was surrounded by flowers and overlooked the ocean. In this card, I used some of the new 2012-13 In Colors – Midnight Muse, Gumball Green, Summer Starfruit …
Sometimes days become too busy so let’s take a break–close your eyes and imagine sitting down in a comfortable adirondack chair sipping some lemonade surrounded by beautiful flowers. Ahh.. doesn’t that feel relaxing? A book would be nice…how about a Stampin’ Up! catalog to look through for project ideas? This image is part of the Peace Within stamp set which retires on May 31. I …
Having friends in your life is a blessing and I have been blessed! I have made many friends throughout the years–in school, church and even met some wonderful ladies that I would have never met if I wasn’t a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator. How did I meet them? They found me through my website! But even among my special friends there’s always a friend that you’re closest to and can …