Category Archives: All Occasion

Create a Cheerful “You Are Awesome” Card with Stampin’ Up!’s Floral Accents

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! The detailed floral pieces and kind sentiments in the Memorable Blooms Bundle are perfect for thank you, springtime, and all-occasion cards, scrapbooks, and paper crafts. Turn the florals or your favorite sentiment into a stamped card background, or make the “Thanks So Much” or “You Are Awesome” sentiments into the card’s focal point. With flowers and floral details that can be easily watercolored, this is a… Read More »

Nautical “Ahoy!” Card: Creating Maritime Magic with Stampin’ Up!’s Sailboat Dies

Hi my Stampin’ Friends I always favor sailing-themed stamp sets because my husband and I used to sail when we lived in California. When we left California for Arkansas, we sold our 38-ft Choy Lee and bought a 30-ft sailboat in Arkansas when we lived at Lost Bridge Village on Beaver Lake. But it wasn’t the same, and I gave it up. My husband continued to try sailing for a… Read More »

Alternative Designs Using Stampin’ Up!’s Painted Wishes Kit for Elegant Watercolor Cards

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Today’s post features alternative versions of the Painted Wishes Kit instructions. If you want to see the original cards and what is included in the kit, please click here. Card #1 – alternative card Changes I made: Card #2 – alternative card Changes I made: Card #3 – alternative card Changes I made: The inside of Card #3 Gate Fold Card Thank you for visiting my… Read More »

Mixed Media in Petal Pink and a whirlwind weekend

What’s Happening this week: Hello my Stampin’ Friends! The weekend flew by with special moments spent with my family. My daughter Deena and granddaughter Sydney came from California for a baby shower celebrating my other granddaughter’s upcoming little one. We bonded over plenty of shopping trips before and after the celebration, which left me happily exhausted! Having Deena and Sydney here for four wonderful days was such a blessing. Tired… Read More »

DIY: Heart Shaped Bundle from Sale-a-bration

What’s Happening this week: Hello my Stampin’ Friends This elegant handmade card showcases the Heart Shaped Bundle, a Sale-A-Bration Item, from Stampin’ Up!, creating a stunning heart-shaped vine design in metallic gold against a rich Cherry Cobbler background. The intricate die-cut leaves cascade gracefully across the card front, forming a romantic botanical heart pattern. Three hearts were beautifully die-cut using Stampin’ Up!’s Heart Shaped Dies and carefully arranged on the… Read More »

Highland Heather Perfection: A Subtle Yet Stunning Leaf Design

Hello my Stampin’ Friends! Happy November! November is a fascinating month! Since today is November 2, 2024, we’re currently in autumn in the Northern Hemisphere. November is known for: (1) Traditions and Holiday and (2) Thanksgiving in the US. Inspired by Vicki Boucher’s beautiful card designs, I added my own touches to create today’s card. Her work is always inspiring! This elegant handmade card features a delicate leaf design as… Read More »

A Touch of Pine & Rhinestones: Crafting Nature-Inspired Cards

Hello My Stampin’ Friends! Hope you had a nice weekend! Our visitor left on Monday, and while he was here, we explored many local attractions since there’s so much to see in this beautiful part of Arkansas. Though we loved having him, we’re happy to be alone again and back to our regular routine. I hope I’m not the only one that feels this way! Looking at my latest fun… Read More »

Grassy Grove on Masculine Monday and Blog Candy Mar Winner

Hello my Stampin’ Friends I am so happy April is here and everything is blooming. I think this is the best time of the year. Spring brings new life, fresh air, and bright colors, making it a season to love. As I promised, it’s time for another masculine Monday! Again, I am using the New Horizons Designer Series Paper but this time, I am pairing it with the Grassy Grove… Read More »

Crafting Adventures: A Simple Card Tutorial with the Trucking Along Bundle

With the Trucking Along stamp set and punch, creating a charming card becomes a breeze. This dynamic duo of crafting tools allows you to craft adorable scenes and customize your creations with ease. Whether it’s a birthday greeting or a cheerful hello, this set empowers you to add a personal touch to your cards. This started out as a Christmas card but then the Willie Nelson song “On the Road… Read More »

Crafting a Coziest Fall Greeting Card with the Lazy Days Stamp Bundle and All About Autumn Designer Series Paper

Hello My Stampin’ Friends There’s something enchanting about the arrival of autumn. The crisp air, the rustling leaves, and the warm hues of the season are simply irresistible. It’s the perfect time to slow down, soak in the beauty of nature with a glass of wine in the afternoon. Perfect day ending. The background is from the All About Autumn Designer Series Paper. For the foreground, I used the Lazy… Read More »