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January 6, 2018

Wise Men from Afar

Do you know what today is? It’s Three Kings Day. I wasn’t aware of that holiday until we lived in Germany. When we lived there, people left their Christmas decorations up until January 6th.

This is a gift I gave to my Stamp Club members. It’s a small bar of Frankincense and Myrrh soap packaged in a cello bag. It smells amazing! The soap is made by a friend of mine in Bardstown, KY. You can find her website here. She has the most adorable little goats and makes her products using goat’s milk. If you contact her, please let her know that I sent you her way.

Stamps: Wise Men from Afar

Cardstock: Marina Mist, Gold Glimmer

Ink: Night of Navy

Punches: Scallop Tag Topper, Small Star (retired)

Other: Night of Navy Seam Binding (retired), 3×6 gusseted cello bags

Thanks for taking the time to visit today!

January 4, 2018

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Cookie Cutter Christmas Folded Treat Pouch

I think this might be my last Christmas project post for a while. Thanks for hanging with me while I got caught up.

This little pouch is one of my very favorite projects EVER! Why? I’m glad you asked! This pouch is so quick and easy to make and requires NO ADHESIVE! Our 6”x6” paper stacks are the perfect size, so there’s also NO CUTTING involved!

Be sure to follow my blog because I plan to do a quick tutorial on this project soon!

Stamps: Cookie Cutter Christmas

Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Red Glimmer

Ink: Basic Black

Punch: Cookie Cutter Builder

Paper:

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January 3, 2018

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Add A Little Glitz

This was a last minute gift card holder from December Stamp Club. I got the idea right out of the Holiday Catalog. It’s so quick and easy that you could make a bunch of these in no time flat!

I did add a little line of glue to seal the bottom so the gift card wouldn’t slide right out. And again, we colored the rhinestones red with the Cherry Cobbler Stampin’ Blend pen.

Stamps: Add a Little Glitz

Cardstock: Crumb Cake

Ink: Real Red, Old Olive

Punch: Scallop Tag Topper

Other: Quilted Christmas 1/4” Ribbon

This would be a cute idea for any time you need a gift card holder in a hurry!

I hope your holidays sparkled!

January 2, 2018

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Tags & Trimmings Stocking

Please bear with me, as I continue to catch up on sharing projects from the last two months.

The last project from November Stamp Club was a Christmas Stocking gift card holder. This die set has a LOT of dies to make and decorate stockings, but you can also make regular pillow boxes for any occasion. The stocking would also be super cute done in pink or blue for a baby gift. I’ve even seen it turned upside down with added antlers to make a reindeer! Some people are just so clever. And, wouldn’t several of these make a cute banner, either for Christmas or to welcome a new baby?

Stamps: Tags & Trimmings

Cardstock: Garden Green, Gold Foil

Ink: Garden Green

Dies: Trim Your Stocking Thinlits Dies

Paper: Be Merry Designer Series Paper

Other: Quilt Top Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, 1/8” Gold Ribbon

Thanks for stopping by today. If you need any stamping supplies, my online store is open 24/7.

December 31, 2017

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Painted Harvest Christmas

Tomorrow will be New Year’s Day and here I am trying to get caught up on posting Christmas projects! I’m sorry these are so late, but I had to take a break for a bit. Sometimes life just gets in the way and mine has been out of control!

We made this card at my December library class, using a stamp set that’s not really made for Christmas cards. The wreath is actually made with stamps intended to be sunflowers. But, doesn’t it make a cute wreath?

This is another quick and easy card. I used the new Cherry Cobbler Stampin’ Blend alcohol marker to color our Basic Rhinestones to add a little red bling to the wreath.

Stamps: Painted Harvest, Labels to Love

Cardstock: Old Olive, Whisper White

Ink: Old Olive, Real Red

Other: Brick Wall Textured Impression Embossing Folder, Real Red 1/8” Solid Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones, Cherry Cobbler Dark Stampin’ Blend.

Thanks for stopping by. If you need any stamping supplies, please visit my store at the link below.

December 30, 2017

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Seasonal Lantern

Another card from November Stamp Club. This one is quick and easy. This bundle has stamps for all seasons, and even Hanukkah stamps, which aren’t always easy to find.

Stamps: Seasonal Lantern

Cardstock: Old Olive, Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink: Basic Black, Old Olive, Crushed Curry

Dies: Lantern Builder Framelits Dies

Paper: Christmas Around the World DSP

Other: Real Red 1/8” Solid Ribbon, Sponge Dauber, Fine Tip Glue

I used the sponge dauber to add Crushed Curry ink around the candle flame to give it a “glow”, and although you can’t really see it in the photo, I added glue from the Fine Tip Glue inside the outline of the little candle flame. It dries clear and glossy. If you have any questions, please leave a comment below.

It’s not too late to get this bundle, but hurry, it will be gone soon! If you’d like to order it, visit my store at the link below.

December 29, 2017

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Snowflake Sentiments

We made this card at November Stamp Club. I just love this bundle! The snowflake border is SO pretty, and could be used for many occasions, not just Christmas. This is a great card because there aren’t many supplies involved. Two colors of cardstock, one color of ink and a little ribbon.

Stamps: Snowflake Sentiments

Cardstock: Whisper White, Night of Navy

Ink: Night of Navy

Dies: Swirly Snowflakes Thinlits Dies

Other: 3/8” Metallic Edge Ribbon (Silver), Basic Rhinestones

It’s not too late to order this bundle! Visit my online store at the link below.

May 29, 2017

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First Sight Mother’s Day

Today is Memorial Day and before I get to the card I’m sharing today, I’d like to say Thank You to all of our service members and veterans. I’d also like to take a moment to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. I am truly grateful for the freedoms I enjoy because of them.

Today, I’m sharing a card from my library class. Each month, we make two quick and easy projects. The class is early in the month, so this month we made a Mother’s Day card.

Wednesday will be the last day to order this stamp set, so if you like it, order it soon!

Stamps: First Sight, Oh So Succulent

Cardstock: Smoky Slate, Pink Pirouette, Whisper White

Ink: Smoky Slate, Melon Mambo, Basic Gray

Punch: Sweetheart

Other: Melon Mambo Stitched Satin Ribbon (vintage), Silver Metallic Thread, Basic Rhinestone

This will also make a lovely valentine. I can’t wait to use this design for my Valentines for Veterans project!

Until next time…..stay inky, my friends!

April 11, 2017

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Basket Bunch Easter Basket

We made this cute little Easter Basket at Stamp Club this week. I recently made a video for my downline and made this basket in less than 10 minutes, so it really is quick and easy. If you’d like the directions for this basket, let me know, and I’ll be happy to post them.

The Basket Bunch Stamp Set and Basket Builder Framelits Dies are being retired and they are on sale while supplies last! You can check out the retiring items here.

Stamps: Basket Bunch

Cardstock: Calypso Coral, Whisper White

Ink: Basic Gray, Calypso Coral, Smoky Slate, Sweet Sugarplum, Pear Pizzazz

Paper: Succulent Garden DSP

Dies: Stitched Shapes Framelits, Layering Circles Framelits

Other: Aquapainter

If you have any questions about this project, let me know. And, if you need any stamping supplies, please visit my online store.

April 7, 2017

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Basket Bunch Bunny Nest

We always have a bonus project at my monthly Cards and More Class. Last month, we made this cute little Easter bunny nest.

I wanted something that would be quick and easy, and inexpensive to give to a group of people, so I designed this project myself. I got the chocolate bunnies in a package of six at the dollar tree. You can’t get less expensive than that!

This is made with a strip of 2″x 8 1/2″ cardstock, scored at 1/2″, 2 1/2″, 3″, and 5″. When assembled, this will even fold flat for transport, which is a big plus, as I’ve made 12 of these to swap at OnStage in Savannah this Saturday!