Today we are talking all about card making stamps! I have the complete guide to help you have success in your card making no matter what kind of stamps you use. Some stamps are “clear” while others are “red rubber.” Each type has its own unique things about them that you will want to know … Read more
What is the best adhesive for card making & scrapbooking (and other paper crafts)? As with everyone, I have my favorites and I want to share with you why I love the ones that I use. There are four different basic adhesives that I feel every card maker (and paper crafter) needs. These are the … Read more
If you’ve never made a Pocket Greeting Card you’ll find this tutorial easy and comprehensive. I even made my pocket card with a window! Sometimes it’s fun to make a card that is a little different than just a piece of card stock folded in half.
This is a great way to also use up some of that gorgeous Designer Series Paper that you have sitting around just waiting for a fun project like this!
Something fun and different today…..cards for kids. The Turtle Friends stamp set is perfect to make easy kids greeting cards for all occasions. Actually, these cards are adorable for anyone–not just the kiddos!
I will also be focusing on how to color using the Stampin’ Blends Alcohol Markers for great results–coloring is great for kids greeting cards don’t you think? Check out these adorable little guys….
I’m going to teach you how to make beautiful Christmas cards quickly! AND these DIY Cards don’t require a lot of supplies! It’s a simple layout using Designer Series Paper.
Not ready to make Christmas cards yet? (me either, honestly!). This is the perfect card layout that works great with any papers and greetings!
Grab your favorite Designer Series Paper, or those scraps you have sitting around, and make some beautiful Christmas Cards!
It’s cool, it’s hip, it’s fun! Make a tie-dye card in minutes. You need 2 ink pads, some cardstock and a happy tune is optional but adds to the fun. Seriously, this is an idea for cards that is addicting. You’ll want to mix and match all sorts of colors!
This is definitely a stamp that you will want to use your Stamparatus with. It makes it easy for perfect placement so that both colors show and you have the tie dye pattern. There is a simple little trick I share in the video, so don’t miss it.
I love when I have easy card ideas that require few supplies but still look amazing! I started with the Stampin’ Up! Daisy Garden stamp. It’s a large stamp and I can quickly make a monochromatic card in under 5 minutes.
I have 2 different cards to show you today that are simple and both use the Stamparatus to make stamping super easy.
I love how the black greeting “pops” against the pink on these 2 easy card ideas. Be sure and watch the video; I show you how simple it is to get the white embossed greeting that you often see me put on my cards.
Have you ever tried 2 step stamping? It’s a time saving way to make pretty cards and scrapbook pages. These even have the wonderful look of being watercolored but shhhhh….the secret is ours! What are 2-step stamps? That is a question I am often asked. So, today we are going to make a card where … Read more
Simple cards for men are one of the top tutorial requests I get. Since the Stampin’ Up! Winter Woods stamp set is retiring I wanted to make sure you didn’t miss the last chance opportunity to pick this set up.
These simple cards for men combine easy layouts with fun card making techniques too.
I actually am pulling out 2 different posts from quite awhile back to share with you again. I love these techniques and this stamp set. And…it’s perfect for those masculine cards that we all struggle with!
Let me show you the best blending brushes for exciting card making and paper crafts that may change your views. You won’t believe your results! This was my first time using the Blending Brushes and I am hooked.
You will love the 3 hidden gems in the mini catalog that I am going to use today and I am guessing you might have overlooked them.
It’s BLOG HOP time! This month we are focusing on using the True Love Designer Series Paper and sharing some amazing projects with it. After you check out my projects, make sure to “hop” around the world and see what my stamping friends have made for you.
Watch these water painters card making techniques! You must see to believe how easy and beautiful you can make these greeting cards. We are using the Simply Succulents stamp set & dies and I promise to show you how easy it is to get amazing watercolor looks!
See the cutest greeting cards you can make with Lots of Heart! These all occasion cards are super easy to make. These would make a great gift set too.
I like to make greetings cards for family and friends throughout the year using “heart” stamps. Don’t limit yourself to Valentines Day when you want to spread a little love with a handmade card. Today I am featuring the Stampin’ Up! LOTS OF HEART stamp set. It also has some great coordinating dies.
The cards I have to share are not Valentines Day cards, but are the cutest greeting cards to make, send and give year round.