New Technique Video-Emboss Resist Watercoloring

Emboss Resist watercoloring technique using Stampin' Up! Wood Words stamp set

I had so much fun playing with this technique.  It’s an EMBOSS RESIST and then watercolored with my stampin’ pads and an AquaPainter. Here is the video: [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9saiYqOYcT4[/embedyt] (if you are reading this in your email, the video might not show up, CLICK HERE for the video) Let’s take another look at the card … Read more

Smitten Mittens Christmas Card

Quick & Easy card using Stampin' Up! Smitten Mittens stamp set and framelits. All details on blog.

This is the fourth card that I have created using the Smitten Mittens stamp set.  If you missed the the others, just click on the pictures below.      Here is what the bundle looks like!!!  Super Adorable! Back to todays card! Basic Black Card Base:  11″ x 4 1/4″ Be Merry DSP:  4″ x 5 … Read more

Quick & Easy Christmas Cards

Quick & Easy Christmas cards using Be Merry DSP and Snowflake Sentiments from Stampin' UP!

Do you make a lot of Christmas Cards???  If so, this is a super easy one that is truly BRIGHT & MERRY that you can easily make a big batch of them all at once.  It features the BE MERRY DESIGNER SERIES PAPER (DSP) And this paper is included in the BUY 3, GET 1 … Read more

Night in Bethlehem Card #2

Night in Bethlehem by Stampin' Up! Quick & easy Christmas Cards. All details posted at klompenstampers.com

I am back again with another card using the NIGHT OF BETHLEHEM BUNDLE.    If you missed my first card with this bundle, just click on the picture below to go to that post! This is what the bundle looks like: Back to todays card! Night of Navy Card Base:  8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ … Read more

Easy Box to Hold Candle & Gift Card

Easy box to hold a small candle and a gift card. Video Tutorial posted!

I had so much fun designing and making this project!!!!  It is absolutely adorable–AND EASY.  I don’t make a lot of boxes or “3D” items because to me, they are just too much work, too hard and confusing, or just plan had to figure out!  But I found these candles and was determined to design … Read more

New Technique Video–Color Blocking With Blocks

How to use clear blocks to create a color blocking background. Quick & easy card using Colorful Seasons stamp set from Stampin' Up!

I have a fun technique to share today–I am calling it COLOR BLOCKING WITH BLOCKS.  Not sure if there is really a name for what I did! Here is the video: [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgNkvBsoAWk[/embedyt]   (if you are reading this in your email, the video might not show up, CLICK HERE for the video) Let’s take … Read more

Another Mitten Card!

Smitten Mittens from Stampin' Up! is a super cute bundle. All details posted on website.

This is the third card that I have created using the Smitten Mittens stamp set.  If you missed the the others, just click on the pictures below.       I even did a video for the first one I shared….it’s so stinkin’ cute: [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pL8kE1BgA0Y[/embedyt]   Here is what the bundle looks like!!!  Super Adorable! Back … Read more

Elegant (& easy) Gold & Black Christmas Card

Easy Christmas card using Stampin' Up! Star of Light stamp set & Starlight Thinlits

Do you ELEGANT & EASY?  If so–this card is for you.  Gold embossing and black is so elegant!!!!!  You can’t tell on the card, but the detailed star is cut from Dazzling Diamonds glimmer paper and really makes this card gorgeous!!!! This card is made using the Star of Light stamp set and Starlight Thinlits. … Read more

Night in Bethlehem Card #1

Night in Bethlehem by Stampin' Up! Quick & easy Christmas Cards. All details posted at klompenstampers.com

It’s time to start thinking Christmas!!!  There are so many super cute stamp sets and bundles to pick from this year!  Plan your cards now, order your supplies, and start creating!  It’s so less stressful when you make your cards EARLY rather than waiting until December!!!  Enjoy the process, rather than stressing over getting them … Read more

Wine Bottle Gift Tag

Wine bottle gift tag made using Merry Cafe stamp set. Easy directions posted.

    I have another fun Halloween gift idea to share with you today.  Witches Brew is actually a wine we can buy in the local stores–it’s made in Michigan and I thought what a perfect gift!!!  The MERRY CAFE stamp set was perfect to make the tag!!! Not that I have made this tag, … Read more

New Technique Video–Eclipse

Video showing Eclipse Technique using Courage stamp set by Stampin' Up! and Large Letters Framelits.

I have a fun technique to share today–I THINK it’s called ECLIPSE–but not really sure why?  But that is what I have been seeing others call it!  Does anyone know why?  If so, please enlighten me and leave a comment!!! This is something REALLY EASY to do, and has a great WOW FACTOR!!!  Let’s start … Read more

Baby Card Using Smitten Mittens

Baby Card using Stampin' Up! Smitten Mittens stamp set bundle. Quick and easy. Details on blog.

This is the second card that I have created using the Smitten Mittens stamp set.  If you missed the first one, just click on the picture below. This bundle is so darn cute!  I have a ton of ideas–so make sure you subscribe to my blog so you don’t miss any of them! Back to … Read more