My Paper Pumpkin – improved and better than ever!

You spoke and we listened, so check out what’s new with Paper Pumpkin:   Our kits now give you a better value every time, with projects that you’re sure to love.   They all include an exclusive photopolymer stamp set that you can’t get anywhere else.   We’ve added a new perk for subscribers; if you’re an active subscriber you’ll be able to order a selection of your favorite kits… Read More »

Free card tutorial!

Free gift for all my newsletter subscribers! Free Gift: The “Papillon Potpourri” Creative Inspiration Collection brings you four fantastic card ideas featuring Stampin’ Up!’s Papillon Potpourri stamp set ( using all Stampin’ Up! product. The projects are easily reproducible (or adaptable to the supplies you have on hand) and feature a host of different techniques as well as some out-of-the box ideas for using your stamp set. The Papillon Potpourri Creative Inspiration… Read More »

Hey Girlfriend!

For today’s card I used a non-SU stamp (gasp!!!).  I selected this one for my friend Diana’s birthday.  Yes, she does like the flowery ones I’ve sent in the past but when I saw this stamp on Pinterest, I fell in love with it.  Diana, my other friend, Becky, and I have been close friends since high school and I thought this one would be perfect for her.I pulled the… Read More »

Weekly Deals 29 April through 5 May 2014

A selection of retiring products has been discounted for this week’s online Weekly Deal!  Get these items for 25% off during the week of April 29th-May 5th. The Dress Up Framelits in on the list – a good way to add to your collection of Big Shot accessories.  My favorite card using the Dress Up Framelits: Discount will automatically be applied as you shop at the links below!   Click any… Read More »

Happy Mother’s Day

Latest Retiring Stamp Set and Accessories List: 2014 Retiring Stamp Sets 28 April 2014 2014 Retiring Accessories 28 April 2014 Mother’s day is not only for mothers but also for mother figures, including grandmothers, great-grandmothers, stepmothers, and foster mothers.   I did not realize it was also celebrated around the world!   (from the Wikipedia)  It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in spring. (e.g.,… Read More »

Masculine Monday

Today’s card is one I made for my grandson, David, who turned 15.  I wanted to keep it as simple as possible and do it as fast as possible because I started his card 30 minutes before we were due to pick up for his Birthday dinner!  Talk about working under pressure – and I did it to myself.  Do you procrastinate (like me?) or do you give yourself plenty… Read More »

Create a water color effect

This is the latest update on which stamps and accessories are no longer available: Retiring Stamps 26 April 2014Retiring Accessories 26 April 2014The stamps are going fast, so if you are interested in any of the remaining ones, please place your order now before it’s too late! Visit my Stampin’ Store for 24/7 service. Learn how you can create a watercolor effect using Stamps and the Stampin’ Spritzer. Brian shows… Read More »

April 2014 My Paper Pumpkin

Have you seen the April Paper Pumpkin kit yet?   Watch to see how fun and simple this kit is to put together.   Wonder what the surprise will be next month? Learn more at mypaperpumpkin.com   Here’s a cute idea for the April’s Kit! You can now buy prepaid subscriptions- for one, three, six, or 12 months.  With  Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s a great time to take… Read More »

Hello Sailor

FREE 4 card tutorial with any online order during the month of April 2014 (no minimum).  For those of you that have already ordered (thank you!), I’ll e-mail you the tutorial.The “Hello Sailor” Creative Inspiration Collection brings you four fantastic card ideas featuring Stampin’ Up!’s Hello Sailor stamp set (shown below), and using all Stampin’ Up! product. The projects are easily reproducible (or adaptable to the supplies you have on… Read More »

Good Bye Simply Sketched, Beautifully Baroque and Paper Doily Sizzlits

Retiring Stamp Sets no longer available: Birthday Cake (Wood) Rev Up the Fun (Clear and Wood) Simply Star (Clear) Tag it (Clear) Woodgrain (Clear) Retiring Accessories no longer available: 2012-2014 In Color 12″ x 12″ card stock 2012-2014 In Color 8 1/2″ x 11 card stock Gum Green 8 1/2″ x 11 card stock Midnight Muse 8 1/2″ x 11 card stock Primrose Petals 8 1/2″ x 11 card stock… Read More »