Hi Crafty Friends! This card was so easy to make! I found inspiration from a design on Pinterest, and I loved that it required only minimal stamping and no coloring. The Brushed with Beauty Designer Series Paper (DSP) does all the heavy lifting with its gorgeous floral prints, and that scripted “because” die cut adds such an elegant touch. Add a textured background, layer everything up, and you’ve got a… Read More »
Hi Craft Friends! I’m absolutely loving the Layers of Beauty Bundle! I came across a beautiful card design on Pinterest that inspired me to recreate it with this stamp set. The detailed florals and coordinating frame dies create such elegant, dimensional cards with minimal effort. This Petal PInk design showcases how beautifully the layered elements work together to add depth and sophistication to any project. To begin, I stamped the… Read More »
This elegant anniversary card features a delicate heart-shaped wreath created with the Heart Shaped Dies, layered over the Made with Love Designer Series Paper (DSP) in Real Red. The white embossed branches with tiny leaves form a romantic heart frame that perfectly showcases the simple “Happy Anniversary” sentiment. Here’s How I Made This Card: I started with my card base: I cut Basic White cardstock to 8 1/2″ x 5… Read More »
Hi Crafty Friends! I’m so excited to share this elegant gate fold birthday card featuring the Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper (DSP)! The vintage winter street scene creates such a peaceful, nostalgic feeling, and the gate fold design adds an extra touch of sophistication. The soft gray tones paired with the rich Real Red base give it a classic, timeless look. With the Beautiful Gallery DSP already on my desk,… Read More »
Hi Craft Friends I almost titled this post “Look Ma, No Stamping!” but thought better of it! 😊 I’m so excited to share this elegant birthday card, from the Beautiful Gallery Designer Series Paper (DSP), featuring a beautiful vintage harbor scene. The moody sky and peaceful boats create such a sophisticated, masculine look that’s perfect for the men in our lives. I layered it on a classic black card base… Read More »
Hello Crafting Friends! I’m absolutely loving the Charming Day Bundle for creating elegant thank you cards! This design showcases how beautifully the floral images layer together, and I added some fun texture with embossing to make the white-on-white elements really pop. The combination of the delicate Designer Series Paper with that bold magenta flower creates such a striking focal point. It’s one of those cards that looks complex but comes… Read More »
Tuesday’s the day! The new catalog and January online exclusives go live, which means it’s time to shop! There are so many fun things being offered in January, so make sure you have your list ready. If you’re expecting a new catalog from me, you should have received it by now. If you haven’t, or if you simply need one, please contact me so I can get one in the… Read More »
We have a winner!!! Thank you SO much to everyone who entered! I loved reading all your entries and appreciate each of you taking the time to participate. Your support means the world to me! Even though there’s only one winner this time, I’m so grateful for this wonderful crafting community we’ve built together. Stay tuned for more fun giveaways and projects coming soon! And remember – everyone’s a winner… Read More »
Hi Crafty Friends! Today is the last day of 2025, and it seems fitting to look back at all the cards I’ve made this past year and highlight some of my favorites. Papercrafting is so much fun—it’s therapeutic and relaxing. I love settling in at my craft desk and pulling out beautiful papers, colors, ribbons, and embellishments. Thanks so much for stopping by today
Hi Crafty Friends! Blog Candy Giveaway (Pocket Thoughts) 🎉 It’s time for one of our favorite promotions—BONUS DAYS! And honestly, what’s better than getting rewarded for all the crafting supplies you were already planning to buy? 💳✨ Here’s how it works: When you shop between January 6 and February 2 and spend $50, you’ll earn a $5 coupon! 🎟️ Make sure you save every single coupon because you can redeem… Read More »
