How to Make a No Peek Gift Bag

It is time for another “throwback idea” that is a classic! It’s called a no peek gift bag and I have been sharing this idea for years. It makes packaging up your gifts to look pretty so easy. The no peek gift bag is an idea that you can use year-round for all your gift-giving … Read more

4 DIY Christmas Cards That Look Great and Are Easy to Make

I’ve got 4 DIY Christmas cards made with the Stampin’ Up! Gnome for the Holidays to share. Talk about easy homemade cards for the season! Plus, I’m sharing tips for coloring with the Stampin’ Blends. I think these are such cute Christmas cards.

Aside from the Gnome, the second feature on these cards is coloring with the Stampin’ Blends. These are my favorite alcohol based markers. I truly never liked to color until I started using these–they are awesome!

4 DIY Christmas cards made with the Stampin' Up! Gnome for the Holidays stamp set.

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How to Add Texture to Your Handmade Cards

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The more you can add texture to your handmade cards, the bigger “wow” factor it will have.  Today we are using the Tin Tile 3D Embossing folder to add amazing texture and fun to your cards. It really amps up the fun in not only card making technique but in creating those beautiful handmade cards!

These are actually cards I have a while back but I wanted to bring them back for those of you who are new to following me.  A few of the items used on the cards are now retired, but you can easily substitute other great card making supplies and embellishments.  The star of the cards–the Stampin’ Up! Country Home stamp set and the the ‘Tin File’ embossing folder is available.

How To Add Texture To Your Handmade Cards!

Add texture to your handmade cards quickly and easily. Jackie Bolhuis, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

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The Best Hand Stamped Cards That Are Easy to Make All Winter Long

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Best Hand Stamped Cards Video Filled With Stamping Tips I’ve got lots of stamping tips for you today. This project is perfect for beginning card makers and anyone looking for quick and easy design ideas. I love that these can be made for Christmas OR all winter long for general seasonal look! 24 Stamp Sale … Read more

How to Make Beautiful Autumn Greeting Cards With the SIP Method

You can make beautiful Autumn greeting cards with the SIP Method and it can be easy too. All you need are stamps, ink, and paper to get started. I have a basic SIP card (stamps, ink & paper) AND a stepped up version. The ‘Beautiful Autumn’ stamp set by Stampin’ Up! makes stamping so simple!

If you are wondering  what  a SIP card is –it’s a greeting card that uses only STAMPS, INK & PAPER.  You don’t need all the “extra stuff” to make beautiful autumn greeting cards and these cards prove it! Simple stamping at its’ best!  

SIP cards are also great for beginners.  They are quick and easy, yet they use minimal supplies.  

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Paper Pumpkin The World’s Greatest Card Subscription Box

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Have you heard all the rage of Paper Pumpkin? The world’s greatest card subscription box ever! Do you love to craft and but don’t have a lot of supplies, time or space?  Maybe you like to just sit down and craft without all the work of figuring out what to do!  Paper Pumpkin is an … Read more

New! Simple Cards to Stepped Up Cards with Birds & Branches

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It’s NEW! Simple cards to stepped up cards with Birds & Branches will have you chirping away and you’ll enjoy time with this paper craft! Seriously, have you checked out the new Stampin’ Up! Birds & Branches bundle?  This adorable stamp set and die bundle is perfect for making simple cards to stepped up ones. … Read more

30 New Card Making Ideas to Get Excited About | Sneak Peek

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Hello stamping friends! Grab your favorite beverage and soak in the 30 NEW card making ideas to get you excited about the New Stampin’ Up! Catalog! I’ve got a sneak peek into a few stamp sets that I think you’re gonna love creating with! Today’s post is a bit different as I am not going … Read more

Did You Miss This Stamping Opportunity?

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Did you miss our online stamping retreat last month???  If so–GREAT NEWS!  You can still get all of the tutorials as well as links to all of our videos! I don’t want anyone missing out on this really cool stamping opportunity! We are so excited to bring you the tutorials if you missed attending our … Read more

A Stylish Online Card Making Class Not to Miss

Here’s a stylish online card making class not to miss! These greeting card ideas are beautiful!! Purchase the class or the tutorial only. Keep reading to learn more… 12 Different Cards Using the Parisian Blossoms Suite It’s time for a brand new Online Stamping Class and this month it’s all about the Parisian Blossoms suite … Read more

Exploring Paper Pumpkin: All the Goodness & Fun in a Box

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Today we’re exploring Paper Pumpkin: All the goodness & fun in a box that’s full of coordinated cards and projects ready to make. Spark your creativity and sign up! I have not talked about Paper Pumpkin in awhile, so I thought it was about time to explain what it is and how it works.  I … Read more

How to Decorate An Envelope For a WOW Factor + Easy Cards to Make

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Are you ready to learn how to decorate an envelope for a WOW factor? You often hear me say….no naked envelopes!  Don’t spend all that time making a pretty handmade card and then putting it in a plain boring envelope–give it beauty and pizzazz with an envelope design to complete the look. It’s eye candy … Read more