It is the middle of March in Minnesota and we are enjoying temperatures in the upper 60s. It certainly feels like spring, so even thought the calendar does not fit this weather, I am using Bright Blossoms for spring card making ideas! I actually made these cards while sitting out on my back deck. Doesn't […]
Top 7 Reasons to Become a Stampin Up Demonstrator
Today I was thinking about how much I have enjoyed being a Stampin Up! Demonstrator for 16 years now, and it keeps on getting better. I decided to get really brave and try explaining my Top 7 Reasons to Become a Stampin Up Demonstrator in a video. I sketched out a few notes and, although […]
Stampin Up Punches Make a Quick and Easy Handmade Birthday Card
When I'm in a hurry I often reach for those wonderful Stampin Up punches. Stampin Up punches make a quick and easy handmade birthday card as shown in this sample: Of course, this card could be for a variety of other occasions as well. Flowers are always a popular theme and you can get a […]
Handmade Birthday Card Stamp a Stack in Minnesota
Today I am hosting a Handmade Birthday Card Stamp a Stack in Minnesota. If you live near Minneapolis/St Paul and like to stamp, be sure to opt in to my mailing list on the right hand column to receive notices about upcoming events. I would love to have you come! Birthday cards are always great […]
Card Making Ideas using the “Faux Watercoloring” Stamping Technique
Today, we are looking at card making ideas using the "faux watercoloring" stamping technique. The video below will demonstrate this stamping technique. Those of you who have joined my Tuesdays Techniques & Tips receive a separate, unique video plus written instructions highlighting a special technique each week. For information on that, click on the right […]
A Fresh Card Idea with Fresh Vintage and the Labels Collection Framelits Dies
Looking for a fresh card idea with Fresh Vintage and the Labels Collection Framelits Dies? This is one of the three make-n-take cards guests get to make at my February home parties. (By the way, I would love to schedule one with you! Email me about that!) My last post was about the wonderful Stampin […]
The Simple but Fabulous Stampin Up Elegant Bird Bigz Die
Have you seen the simple but fabulous Stampin Up Elegant Bird Bigz Die? Use it with the Stampin Up Big Shot to make cards and decorations for many occasions. The die itself has two parts: the body and the wing. This sample shows it on a regular sized card, which is 4 1/4 inches by […]
Card Making Ideas With Lots of Bling!
Today we will look at card making ideas with lots of bling! If you are all about the bling, you will enjoy this. And…..if you enjoy this idea, be sure to click on the "Tuesday's Techniques and Tips" button in the column on the right to find out how you can get exclusive techniques and […]