A Play on Words: The History of Klompen Stampers

Have you ever wondered why my Website/Blog is called Klompen Stampers?  Or I use “Klompen Stampers” on everything I do??? Today’s post is not my usual type of post and I don’t have any stamping ideas for you today….but I just thought it would be fun to explain the name Klompen Stampers for those of … Read more

Make Your Own Stampin’ Up! Color Coach – 50 Colors Included!

photo showing all 50 stampin up colors cut into 3x4 pieces and attached to a right

Do you love colors but struggle to put together good combinations when creating? What color goes with what? What will look great together? The struggle is real my friends and I am here to help! Once you create this awesome Stampin’ Up! Color Coach and you will be amazed at all of the fabulous color … Read more

Acrylic Block Stamping For Card Making Backgrounds

Acrylic block stamping to make easy backgrounds on cards

Have you ever tried acrylic block stamping to make fun backgrounds using the Stampin’ Write water based markers? It’s fun and you just never know what results you will get. Every single card you make will turn out different with this technique. And hey, it’s just card stock, so if you mess up a couple, … Read more

Fun Folds Vol 9 – Easy to Use Card Making Templates

4 fun fold cards made using the forever fern stamp set

And we are back! It’s time for Fun Folds Vol 9 card making class. I am (or should I say “we are”?) so happy that you are enjoying our monthly fun fold classes. If you have been participating since the beginning, after Fun Folds Vol 9 you will have 36 unique card templates. These are … Read more

Learn How to Use the Sweet Citrus Hybrid Embossing Folder

learn how to use the sweet citrus hybrid embossing folder in the stampin cut & emboss machine

I am so giddy with excitement to share my first project of 2023 and the new Stampin’ Up! January-April Mini Catalog. Plus, I can’t wait to show you how to use the Sweet Citrus Hybrid Embossing Folder so you can learn how to stamp, emboss and die cut with these beautiful products! In the past, … Read more

19 Fun Cards Using the Nothings Better Than Stamp Set

nothings better than stamp set from stampin up makes adorable notecards to send to friends

These cards just say “fun.” At least to me…. How it can not be fun when we are talking about coffee, cocktails, chocolate and cookies! The Nothings Better Than stamp set has so many fun “mix and match” greetings in it that you can put together in a variety of ways. Just to share a … Read more

Best Adhesives for Card Making

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

How to Color Stamped Images

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Learn how to color stamped images with 4 easy methods! Your paper craft projects will look great with these creative coloring techniques! I have lots of tips for each method so that you can decide what you like. It’s truly a personal preference and how you like to color. Whether you are brand new to … Read more

Where to Find Card Making Ideas

where to find card making ideas

I think one of the hardest things about learning to make cards is where to find card making ideas. The struggle is real, even for myself and I have been making cards for about 30 years! You all think I am so creative…but really, I am not! But, over the years I have learned where … Read more

Make a Special Birthday Card

Today I want to share with you how easy it is to make a beautiful handmade birthday card to celebrate someone special. Card making is easy, and it shows someone how much you care and that you value them by taking the time to make a special birthday card. I also have a ton of … Read more

Christmas Card Kit – Cozy & Bright

Do you want to make special Christmas cards this year, but just not quite sure where to begin? Or are you overwhelmed with what you need? I am here to the rescue with this beautiful Christmas card kit. It contains everything you need to make 12 amazing cards that you can send to family and … Read more

Card Making For Beginners – The Complete Guide to Getting Started

Complete Guide to card making for beginners. Learn how to use stamps, ink and paper to create handmade cards.

Card Making for Beginners – Start With a SIP So you are ready to start stamping and making your own hand-made greeting cards.  But where do you start?  What do you need?  I know it can be confusing and overwhelming with so much information and so many ideas out there. It doesn’t have to be … Read more