We paired the Cookie Cutter Christmas bundle with a previous color challenge using Real Red, Emerald Envy, and Crumb Cake. I thought for sure we would be tired of using this colors but nope – we aren’t.
Card Candy Swap in Vancouver BC
You might of saw from earlier posts that we scheduled a Card Candy Swap at the most recent Stampin’ Up! Convention. We had a bunch of fun! Continue Reading…
12 Weeks of Christmas: #3 Star of Light
Tammy Fite is our artist this week for our 12 Days of Christmas email series. She is highlighting the versatile Star of Light Bundle. Subscribe below to receive our complimentary 12 Days of Christmas email series with step-by-step downloadable tutorials sheets.
Advent Calendar 2016
There is something magical about the anticipation of the holiday season. As a child, we were making lists for Santa and bursting with excitement as we waited to see what special gifts we might receive. To try to pass the time, we would count the days. Maybe we made a paper chain and tore off a loop a day or maybe we had an Advent calendar.
Something Good to Eat
When we opened our little Paper Pumpkin boxes this month, we were both giddy with delight. The kit called Something Good To Eat is geared to either Halloween or Fall harvest. It made Amy and I both happy because I enjoy Halloween and Amy, appreciated the pumpkin and fall designs.
Our Retreat for 2016
I just returned from our Annual Handmade Holiday Retreat at the Oregon coast. Wow, what an experience!
reSmile Your Cards
Did you know there is a tool that lets you make your card re-usable? www.iReSmile.com has a range of sticky notes that are specially designed with you in mind. Each page has simple graphics and instructions so your recipient knows exactly how to re-use your card. Now your friend can share your card with another friend, which makes you look like the hippest crafty person around! We are giving away 100 pads to anyone. Find out how you can receive yours.
Card Layout – September
A single template can be a jumping off point for lots of different cards. Pick a card template, stamp set, coordinating Designer Series Paper or cardstock layers, and some embellishments and you’ll have what you need to start creating something wonderful. From clean and simple to “wow” – it can all get started with a card template!
A Must for September
I recently read a blog post by Gretchen Rubin who said September is her other January. I totally agree. September is a clean slate to start a new. I can’t move past the new school year routine, even at 50 something. I habitually do four things in the month of September.
Color Inspiration for August
Since we both love Fall, Amy and I have whipped up some fun Fall cards for you in this month’s Color Inspiration. Enjoy!