Category Archives: Embossing Folders

The Bridges of Madison County

Hi Stampin' Friends Retirement List is out – get your favorites before they are gone! Online Retirement List Party (ends 7 May 2013) Free Card Kit tutorial (Ombre Technique) (ends 15 May 2013) Internet Hostess Club #2 now forming (when filled) I forgot to let everyone know abou the winner of the "Guess Which Stamp Sets are Retiring" contest.  The winner was C. Wright of Oklahoma.  She won ten out of ten guesses… Read More »

Best of Flowers

Guess Which Stamps are Retiring Contest (ends 23 April 2013) Mystery Hostess Contest (ends 26 April 2013) Free Card Kit tutorial (Ombre Technique) (ends 15 May 2013) Internet Hostess Club #2 now forming (when filled) Hi Stampin' Friends! The  inspiration for this card came for Vickie Burke, a fantastic, very talented demonstrator.  I love her watercoloring! I used the image of the hydrangea flower from Best of Birthdays Clear Mount Stamp Set.   With spring… Read More »

Dapper Mom

Hi Stampin' Friends Guess Which Stamps are Retiring Contest Mystery Hostess Contest Free Card Kit tutorial (Ombre Technique) Internet Hostess Club #2 now forming I had an "ah ha" moment when I was making this masculine card using the Dapper Dad Stamp Set.  The watch in the stamp set looked just like one of my watches.  So I decide to make the watch more feminine and stamped it in Pretty… Read More »

Vintage Verses Shabby Chic

Hi Stampin' Friends Shabby Chic is back!  Lately a lot of my cards have been something other than shabby chic and I started to make a masculine card using the Dapper Dan Clear Mount Stamp Set but it ended up looking like this! Oh well, I'll start on the masculine card tomorrow – maybe. I used bits and pieces from the Tea for Two Designer Series Paper and a left… Read More »

All Dressed Up

Hi Stampin' Friends Dressing up your cards and projects has never been easier! Easily cut stamped dress image from the All Dressed Up Clear Mount Stamp Set using the Dress Up Framelits Die. Love this set – all the cards I've seen using this stamp set have been adorable. The ladies will be making this card and one other (watch blog for 2nd card in the next coming week) at… Read More »

Amazing Sister

Hi Stampin' Friends Free Clothespins Free Scrapbook Tutorial Frequency Buyers Rewards Hostess Club #2 now forming I have such an amazing sister!  She has alwas been there for me throughout the years and I love her dearly.  Today's card is for her – or for her birthday! I used the Amazing Family Clear Mount Stamp Set and the Tea for Two Designer Series Paper.  I love the vintage look of… Read More »

Blooming with Kindness

 Hi Stampin' Friends The stunning Blooming with Kindness six-piece stamp set gives you plenty of options for sending your best regards. Includes expressions of support, gratitude, and even birthday wishes. Or use the floral image as a breathtaking focal point for your next scrapbook page! This card is for my cousin whose birthday is in April – I am way ahead of the game in this case!  Usually I'm making… Read More »

Love

Hi Stampin' Friends A couple of weeks ago, I mentioned that we were celebrating our 20th Wedding Anniversary.  In going through some pictures for another project, I came across a picture that was taken during the wedding.  I guess it's one that didn't make it into the album. We were married on 14 February 1993 at the Loveland Ski area near Denver.  We are wearing ski clothes (even the minister!)… Read More »

Tea Shoppe

Hi Stampin' Friends Today's card features the vintage Tea Shoppe Clear Mount Stamp Set.   Whatever your tea preference, this delightful, vintage-inspired ten-piece set has a cup just for you. Coordinates with the Modern Label and Scallop Oval Punches and the Chamomile Stampin' Around Wheel. Use the masking technique to stack the smaller tea cups inside one another for a charming effect! The tea cup was stamped on Very Vanilla… Read More »

Vintage Verses and breaking news!

Hi Stampin' Friends Only 4 more days for sale-a-bration!  So if there's anything on your wish list and you like receiving free gifts, be sure and order by 22 March 2013. The Vintage Verses Clear Mount Stamp Set is one of the free stamp sets you receive for every $50.00 purchase.  Stock up on your "needed" supplies and get free stamp sets or accessories or digital software – it's free!… Read More »