Welcome to Wednesday everyone! It took me a minute to start creating projects with the new Hello Cupcake Sale-A-Bration set. However, once I started using it, I can’t seem to stop! The cupcake itself is super fun, and the sentiments are just the cutest ever!

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)…..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog! By the way, the Hello Cupcake stamp set that I used on this card is one of the items that you can earn!)

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION, but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

Continue reading “sprinkled with love…” →

02.12.19…..Good afternoon, my Stampin’ friends!  Birthdays seem to have way of popping up all year ’round. (My good friend actually has a birthday today….so this one’s for you, Jeanne! )  Anyway….it’s always nice to have some extra birthday cards on hand.  Using the new Sale-A-Bration Hello Cupcake stamp set, is a great set for creating your own little “back stock” of birthday cards.

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)…..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog!  By the way, the Hello Cupcake stamp set that I used on this card is one of the items that you can earn!)

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION,                     but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

Continue reading “celebrate your day…” →

02/11/19…..Good afternoon, stampers!  I’m having so much fun with new Home to Roost Sale-A-Bration set, so I thought I’d go ahead and post one more card this afternoon. Stay tuned for a few more Home to Roost cards this week.  Hope you enjoy them!

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog!  By the way, the Home to Roost stamp set that I used on this card is one of the items that you can earn!)

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION,                     but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

Continue reading “home to roost…” →

02.11.19…..I can’t believe that it’s Monday already!  February is already flying by, and I can’t believe that it’s almost Valentine’s Day!  That being said, I thought I would post one more card to celebrate this “love-ly” holiday!

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION,                     but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

Continue reading “sending love…” →

01.22.19…..  Happy Tuesday, my Stampin’ friends!  As I mentioned in one of my previous posts, I planned to post a few more cards, using the SAB Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper.  You won’t want to miss out on this paper collection! Be sure to place your order ($50 or more) today, and earn this Sale-A-Bration (…aka SAB) paper for FREE!

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog…….including the Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper and the Organdy Ribbon Combo Pack that I used to create this card!

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION, but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

Continue reading “happiness & butterflies…” →

01.21.19….. Happy Monday, my Stampin’ friends!  As I mentioned in one of my previous posts, I planned to post a few more cards, using the SAB Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper.  You won’t want to miss out on this paper collection! Be sure to place your order ($50 or more) today, and earn this Sale-A-Bration (…aka SAB) paper for FREE!

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog…….including the  Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper that I used to create this card!

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION, but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

Continue reading “botanical butterflies…” →

01.20.19…..  I can’t believe that it’s Sunday already.  This brand new year is already moving at a rapid pace!  With the annual Sale-A-Bration promotion and the 2019 Occasions Catalog in full swing, there’s no time like the present to craft and create with all of the wonderful new products available!  For today’s card, I used a mix of the new Sale-A-Bration (…aka SAB) Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper, as well as the new All My Love Designer Series Paper from the 2019 Occasions Catalog.

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION,                     but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

Continue reading “close at heart…” →

01.12.19….. Happy Saturday, my Stampin’ friends!  Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I’m definitely feelin’ the “love”!  I’m also loving all of the amazing products from the new 2019 Occasions Catalog…and couldn’t wait to start creating some “heartfelt” Valentine’s Day cards!

Continue reading “heartfelt..” →

01.05.19….. It’s a cold, stormy weekend here in northern California. So…..what a better way to spend the afternoon than to plunge head-first into my crafting room, and start creating projects with some of the new Sale-A-Bration and 2019 Occasion Catalog products!

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog…….including the Home to Roost stamp set and the Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper that I used to create this card!

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION, but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

I’m absolutely loving the new SAB Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper. And…..during the upcoming week, you’ll be seeing a few more of my cards that were created with this gorgeous paper!

Continue reading “simple moments…” →

01.05.19….  Welcome to the New Year, my stamping friends!  January has arrived, so…..

Don’t miss the SALE-A-BRATION!

For every $50 you spend in regular Stampin’ Up! products, you can earn FREE merchandise (minimum value of $15.00)..from the SALE-A-BRATION catalog…….including the Hello Cupcake stamp set and the Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper that I used to create this card!  

Browse through the new SALE-A-BRATION catalog!

There is no limit to how much your can earn during SALE-A-BRATION,                     but this yearly special ends on March 31, 2019.

Since Sale-A-Bration has started, I decided to create my first card of the year with the three of the wonderful new Sale-A-Bration products…..the Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper, Organdy Ribbon Combo Pack, and the Hello Cupcake stamp set.

Continue reading “celebrate your day…” →

 

12.19.18…. Happy Wednesday, my Stampin’ friends!  As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, I’m using the last week before Christmas to share just a few more cards.  That being said, I created another card with the Winter Woods Bundle.  I love the versatility of this bundle!  I’m also super excited that the Winter Woods stamp set and coordinating In the Woods Framelits set will be carried over AFTER the 2018 Holiday catalog comes to an end on January 2, 2019.  (FYI:  After January 2^nd, both products will be sold separately, and not as a bundle.)  So…..if you happen to miss out on these fabulous products, you’ll still have an opportunity to order them after the holidays are over.

Continue reading “enjoy the season…” →

12.18.18….. I don’t know about y’all, but I just love the Hearts Come Home stamp set.  It is the sweetest little set (with its tiny houses and trees), and it just really evokes cozy, holiday memories for me.  By the way, this set is in the 2018-2019 Annual Catalog, so it will still be available after the holidays.  Yay!

Continue reading “all hearts come home…” →

12.18.18….. It’s hard to believe that Christmas Day will be here in just one week!  Since past few weeks have just flown by, I decided that I’d try to squeeze in a few more holiday cards while I can.   So here you go, my Stampin’ friends…

Continue reading “’tis the season…” →

11.25.18 …..I hope all of you survived Thanksgiving weekend, and were also able to enjoy some time with friends and family.  Once I finally had some free time this weekend, I couldn’t wait to start creating some holiday cards and projects.  One of my favorite bundles from of the Stampin’ Up Holiday Catalog is Winter Woods (Winter Woods stamp set + In the Woods Framelits).  It’s really versatile and can be used for everyday projects as well. If you don’t have this bundles already, it is defintely one you don’t want to miss out on!

Continue reading “joy to the world…” →

11.11.18…..Even though the hectic holiday season is upon us, it’s still a nice time to let a friend know that you’re thinking of them.  I did use some shades of Autumn on this card, but of course you can change it up by using a different color combo and/or a different sentiment.

Continue reading “hello friend…” →

11.03.18…..Ok my stamping friends, I realize it’s already November, and the Christmas season is upon us (…especially if you been to your local mall lately).  However, I’m still trying to soak in those last few of weeks of Fall, and remembering that we still have Thanksgiving to celebrate and to appreciate all of the many blessings I have.  So…I just had to make another card with the Country Lane Designer Series Paper.  And, yes…if you haven’t noticed, I’m obsessed with it!  The color combinations are absolutely gorgeous….from Blackberry Bliss and Crushed Curry, to Mint Macaron and Early Espresso, and even Pumpkin Pie and Old Olive.  I love them all!

Continue reading “thanks for everything…” →

11.03.18…..The title of this blog post should really be “enjoy the seasons” (…instead of “season”).  I know many people have a favorite season, but I just really do love both the Fall and Winter seasons equally!  That being said, I wrapped both seasons up in this one little card, and used a mix of seasonal products.  The Country Lane Designer Series Paper has an Autumn Harvest feel, while the Winter Woods Bundle obviously has a Winter theme.

Continue reading “enjoy the season…” →

10.28.18…..While this is the time of year that we always focus on being thankful, I think we would all agree that the best time of year to be thankful is…..always!  That being said, I started this card with the “Thanks” sentiment, which had ended up in a corner of my craft table (along with several bits and pieces that I ended up not using on other projects).  I challenged myself to  “repurpose” some of those bits and pieces, and pulled them together to create this card.  I hope this card inspires you to do the same! Continue reading “always thankful…” →

10.27.18…..OK, I realize that Halloween is just four days away.  However…..I couldn’t resist squeezing in more Halloween project!  I’ve had a ton of fun using the Spooky Treats Bundle.  The Spooky Treats stamp set has so many versatile elements, and the Spooky Bats punch coordinates just perfectly with the bats stamp!

Continue reading “going batty…” →

10.10.18….. I just love all of the fun Halloween decor (…jack-o-lanterns, spider webs, scarecrows, etc.) this time of year!  O.K., let’s be honest….it’s the sweet treats that I really love the most!  I always enjoy giving out sweet treats to my friends and co-workers as well, and this adorable little takeout box is just perfect for that.  I diecut the box, using the Takeout Thinlits Dies, which is part of the Takeout Treats Bundle.  If you don’t already have it, you’ll want to order this super versatile bundle….and save 10% too!

Continue reading “just treats…” →

09.09.2018….. This weekend just about slipped away from me!  I can’t believe it’s already Sunday afternoon, and I wanted to make sure that I shared this card with you before the weekend was completely over.  I truly love every color that Stampin’ Up! has to offer, but I’m especially fond of the Subtles color collection.  The soothing, pastel shades really speak to me!

Continue reading “amazing friend…” →

08.26.18….. OK, let’s just get right to it, my stamping friends!  I know what your thinking.  Thanksgiving is still three months away, and she’s already posting a seasonal card!  I can explain…..

As a SU demonstrator, I was able to pre-order from  the new Stampin’ Up! 2018 Holiday Catalog.  (Customer orders can be placed between September 5 – January 2, 2018.)  This new catalog is chockful of so many amazing products!  That being said, I pre-ordered several items from the Country Lane Suite, which has a country/harvest theme, and I just couldn’t wait to get going on some new Fall projects.

I also couldn’t wait to create a card for the latest Global Design Project (#GDP152 – CASE the Designer), so I decided to incorporate that into my card design as well.  

Continue reading “give thanks… (#gdp152)” →

08.18.18….. Welcome to the weekend, my stampin’ friends!  I had planned to make this card last month, around the Fourth of July, but I got busy working on other projects and just never got around it.  Better late than never, right?  While I used a patriotic color combo on this card, it’s a unique birthday card for any time of year!

Continue reading “happiest of birthdays…” →

08.10.18….. Friday is finally here, and you know what that means?  Ok…..well, the weekend is almost here, and…..this is my last “Nature Week” card!  Thanks so much for indulging me in my obsession with the Nature’s Poem Designer Series Paper.  It’s such a wonderful collection, and the possibilities are endless when using this paper to create your projects!

Continue reading “love you… (nature week – card #5)” →

08.09.18….. Happy Thursday, y’all!  Boy, this week has sure flown by!  I hope you are enjoying the cards that I’ve been posting during “Nature Week“, and are hopefully getting a bit of inspiration as well.  The gorgeous colors and beautiful patterns that are found in Nature’s Poem Designer Series Paper make it easy to get those creative juices flowing!

Continue reading “celebrate… (nature week – card #4)” →

08.08.18…..Welcome to Wednesday, stampers!  And…welcome to Day 3 of “Nature Week“!  Fall is just around the corner, and I know you’ll enjoy creating your seasonal projects with the Nature’s Poem Designer Series Paper just as much as I do!

Continue reading “i love you… (nature week – card #3)” →

08.07.18…..  Happy Tuesday, stampers!  As promised, I’m posting my second card for “Nature Week“, using the Nature’s Poem Designer Series Paper.  Hope it inspires you today!

Continue reading “let’s celebrate… (nature week – card #2)” →

08.06.18…..Even though it’s still the middle of summer (at least in Northern California), I’m really looking forward to Fall. Not only because the temperatures will be cooler (…yay!!!), but I just love all of the beautiful Autumn colors that nature gives us during that wonderful time of year! That being said, I went a little crazy, and created several cards using the Nature’s Poem Designer Series Paper. Since I couldn’t decide which card to post, I decided to post them all in a series that I’m calling “Nature Week”. Yes, my stamping friends… because I’ve become obsessed with this gorgeous paper, I will be posting a new card each weekday this week (Monday – Friday). I hope you enjoy them!

Continue reading “for my friend… (nature week – card #1)” →

08.04.18…..Although I’ve never actually been to a garden party, I’ve always thought it would be such a beautiful way to spend an afternoon!  When I hear the phrase “garden party”, I think of roses, bouquets, and everything pink…..and that, my friends, was the inspiration for this card.  Once I had my inspiration, I immediately knew that I had to use the “oh-so-colorful”  Garden Impressions Designer Series Paper.

Continue reading “garden party…” →

07.24.18…  It’s been awhile since I’ve used my Nature’s Poem Designer Series Paper, so today I decided to jump right back into this beautiful collection of paper and start creating!  From Blackberry Bliss and Grapefruit Grove…..to Soft Suede and Cajun Craze…..to Mint Macaron and Tranquil Tide….the color combos in this paper pack are absolutely gorgeous!  If you don’t have this paper yet, you’ll want to add it to your wish list!   By the way….don’t miss out on the “Buy 3, Get 1 Free” promotion (on Select Designer Series Paper), which ends on July 31st!  And, yes….the Nature’s Poem Designer Series Paper is included in that promotion.  Yay!!!

Continue reading “wonderful you…” →

I love mixing vintage with trendy, or modern, or florals, or…..with whatever inspires me at the time.  The P.S. I Love You stamp set has that fun little mix…..all in one box.  The focal point of the set is the vintage typewriter.  But wait…this stamp set also includes some trendy little sentiment stamps, a modern “grunge” stamp, and some super cute floral stamps.  I like to call it “modern vintage”.  Even better…..all of these stamps are great to use individually, with or without the typewriter.  Versatility at it’s best!

Continue reading “p.s. i love you…” →

I just love this little bird from the Botanical Bliss stamp set!  So much so, that I decided to stamp it three times, and use it as part of my card design for the latest Global Design Project – Sketch Challenge (#GDP146). Continue reading “three little birds (#gdp146)…” →

07.15.18… Yes, my stampin’ friends, summer is in full swing here in Northern California.  Temperatures are now between 95º to over 100º on a daily basis…with no end currently in sight.  Hmmm…a cabana on a tropical island (…and one of those fancy drinks with a little umbrella) sounds absolutely wonderful right about now!  So there you go folks….. those bright, vivid, tropical colors were my inspiration for this card!

Continue reading “on a tropical island…” →

07.04.18…  I’m so excited about the Stampin’ Up 2018 Color Revamp!  I’m having so much fun with the all of the new colors…..and many of my old favs that have returned, too!  While I have to say that I’m naturally drawn to the Subtles Collection, I do like to mix Subtles with Brights, or Regals with Neutrals, or….y’all get the idea.  That being said, today I was actually in the mood to mix things up.  Petal Pink is one of my new favs in the Subtles collection, and Coastal Cabana has returned (…super excited about that!), and been added to the Brights Collection.  Even though this card has a bit of a vintage feel, using both of these colors together adds a summery/beachy appeal as well.

Continue reading “sweeter with you…” →

Be sure to take advantage of these specials… before they end on July 31, 2018!

 

Watch the video below to view the entire collection of Designer Series Paper included in this special promotion:
Join my team during July 2018…

and receive a FREE ink pad assortment (retail value $67.50)!!!

 

 

The new 2018-2019 Stampin’ Up Annual Catalog of chockful of so many wonderful products! Okay, let’s be honest….it’s absolutely overflowing with some of the most amazing products ever! Watch the video below and get your creative juices flowing!Click on the catalog below to place an order today!

 

07.07.18… It’s a really warm day here today…about 97 degrees or so.  Although I’m really grateful that it’s been a fairly mild summer so far, when it gets close to 100 degrees, it’s just plain hot!  And…I don’t know about y’all, but when the hot weather hits, I like to make meals that are simple, quick and easy.  Actually, a fresh Greek Salad and a couple of slices of chilled watermelon sound just perfect right about now!  Ok…and maybe a little fro-yo for dessert!

Continue reading “you’re the best…” →

06.30.2018… Ok, can we just seriously talk about “elements” for a minute?  Whether you actually like to call them “elements”, or accessories, or a even a gathering of various materials & supplies….. “elements” are one of the things that the 2018-2019 Stampin’ Up Annual Catalog is chockful of!  This, of course, is one of the reasons that I’m forever addicted to Stampin’ Up products.  Whether it be trendy, traditional, romantic, whimsical, or vintage…..the variety of styles and product choices is amazing!

Continue reading “a birthday note…” →

06.26.18… I am a lover (…bordering on obsession) of paper crafting accessories and gadgets, especially Stampin’ Up! accessories and gadgets!  The brand new 2018-2019 Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog is chockful of so many wonderful stamp sets and ink pads, and the accessories and gadgets just can’t be beat.  From the new Designer Series Paper, ribbon, and sequins…to the new Framelits and the Textured Impressions Embossing Folders…this catalog has it all!  So on this card, I just couldn’t help myself and I incorporated lots of those amazing new products. into my design.

One of my favorite new products that I used on this card was the Share What You Love Designer Series Paper.  It was also my inspiration for creating this card for the latest Global Design Project #GDP144 (Case the Designer – Charlet Mallett). Continue reading “especially for you (#gdp144)…” →

06.10.18… It’s such a beautiful day outside today…only 75 degrees.  I know that summer is going to be here any day now (with temperatures climbing over 100º ), so I’m really grateful for this gorgeous weather!

Continue reading “for my friend…” →

06.02.18… The wonderful variety of Designer Series Paper that Stampin’ Up! offers in each and every new catalog is always something I truly look forward to. And… the new Designer Series Paper in the Stampin’ Up! 2018-2019 catalog does not disappoint! On this latest creation of mine, I paired a piece of the new Garden Impressions Designer Series Paper along with some Wood Textures Designer Series Paper. Both of this paper collections come in a handy 6″ x 6″ size, which I love!

If you’d like to see all of the new Designer Series Paper collections in the new Stampin’Up! 2018-2019 catalog, you’ll want to watch this video!

Continue reading “happiest of birthdays…” →

05.30.18… Today was one of those days when I didn’t have a specific card layout or color combo in mind, until…I saw this week’s Global Design Project #GDP140). So…I decided to just start with a blank canvas (…a.k.a. Whisper White Cardstock). Next, I pulled out my new Detailed With Love stamp set …which, by the way, is quickly climbing up the charts as one of my “Top 10 Favorite Stamp Sets”! Such a versatile set! With the super adorable sentiments and trendy embellishment stamps, you just can’t go wrong!

Continue reading “let’s celebrate (#gdp140)…” →

05.27.18… As so many of you do, I also send out cards for birthdays, holidays, weddings, …you name it.  But… sometimes it’s nice to send a card to a friend “just because”.  I especially like to do this for friends that I don’t get to see often.  It’s such a nice way to say “Hey, friend…I’m thinking of you today”.  And…what a fun surprise!

Continue reading “hey, friend…” →

05.27.18…I’ve got to be honest…I’m obsessed with the new Share What You Love Designer Series Paper.  The patterns are to die for!  It also comes with another option … each 12″ x 12″ sheet has a “shimmery” side, as well as a matte side.  You just can go wrong with this gorgeously versatile paper!

For this card, I decided to go with “shimmer” option, using two different patterns from this beautiful paper collection.  Both strips of paper were layered on a Whisper White Cardstock base, which was speckled with Sahara Sand Ink.  For the “shine”, I used a Gold Foil Sheet along the Layering Circles Framelits and the Bloomin’ Hearts Framelits (for the little flowers).  I also used the Layering Circles Framelits, along with Vellum cardstock, to die cut the second scalloped circle. Continue reading “shimmer & shine…” →

05.26.18…I’ve got to admit, I’ve been really good these last few weeks, as far as using up most of my extra pieces of Designer Series Paper…before it all retires at the end of this month.

Continue reading “a note from the barnyard (#gdp139)…” →

05.26.18…I am having the best time ever with all of the amazing new colors and products from the 2018-2019 Stampin’ Up! catalog!  And…I could wait to use my new Petal Pink Cardstock to make this Spring-themed birthday card.  Oddly enough…today it’s 48 degrees outside, dark, rainy, and almost wintry.  Hey…I’m not complaining though, summer is literally just around the corner, and it’ll be 100+ degrees before you know it!

Continue reading “bloomin’ birthday…” →

05.20.18… It’s funny how you can have a stamp set for quite awhile, and you keep thinking to yourself ,” I need to use that stamp set soon!”… but you keep putting other stamps sets and projects ahead of it.

Continue reading “fabulous you…” →

05.20.18…  As everyone knows, gratitude can be expressed in so many different ways. One of the ways I enjoy showing my gratitude (even for the smallest things) is sending a handmade card.  That being said, I couldn’t wait to open up my new Garden Impressions Designer Series Paper, and create this cheerful, sunny card!

Continue reading “with gratitude…” →

05.06.18… I always enjoy celebrating the “good stuff”, whether it’s a birthday, anniversary,  wedding,  graduation, or just because! A handmade card is such a wonderful way to show that special someone that the “good stuff” is special to you as well!

Continue reading “celebrate the good stuff…” →

04.07.18… It’s always nice to have extra birthday cards on hand, especially if you have younger children.  When my kids were in elementary school (they are now 25 and 28 years old), it seemed like there was a birthday party every other weekend!  You’ll want to make this card in multiples, and you’ll be ready to “grab-n-go” whenever those parties popup!

Continue reading “make a wish…” →