Each year I create a gallery of my Paper Pumpkin alternates to share with everyone. I’m happy to announce that my 2025 Gallery is now […]
My 2025 Paper Pumpkin Gallery is Live Read More »
Blog Posts, Paper Pumpkin
That’s right, I’m ink blending with scraps again. I can’t help it! This month’s Paper Pumpkin kit, “Hearts for You” (January 2025) has perfect leftover
Ink Blending with Scraps Again Read More »
Blog Posts, Paper Pumpkin, Technique
See how much fun you can have when you combine stamp sets to create a different kind of Valentine. I love the new Valentine stamp
Combine Stamp Sets for a Different Kind of Valentines Card Read More »
Blog Posts, Card Creations
As a card maker, I can’t think of a better way to celebrate my favorite holiday movies than with the “Tune In” stamp set and dies from Stampin’ Up!
Favorite Holiday Movies on Christmas Cards Read More »
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Making Paper Pumpkin alternates is my favorite part of this monthly crafting kit from Stampin’ Up! The envelopes can become beautiful cards.
Paper Pumpkin Alternates – Use Envelopes in Your Designs Read More »
Blog Posts, Paper Pumpkin
See both sides of your double-sided patterned paper with this fun and super easy card design. Stop being forced to choose. You’re not Sophie.
See Both Sides of Patterned Paper with This Card Design Read More »
Blog Posts, Technique
People sometimes ask me where I get my card ideas, how I think up the designs. I get my best ideas from the same place most of us do.
Where I Get My Card Ideas – 2024 Paper Pumpkin Gallery Read More »
Blog Posts, Gallery, Paper Pumpkin
I replaced the lines in my stamped flowers with gold embossing and, wow, I love the result.
Emboss the Lines in a Stamped Image Read More »
Blog Posts, Featured, Technique
I forgot all about this trick to get nice crisp, dark lines when using outline stamps. The technique is super easy and the difference is striking.
Get Darker Lines with Outline Stamps Read More »
Blog Posts, Featured, Technique
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