Don’t put any money on this yet, but I think Hand Penned Petals may be my favorite set from the 21-22 Annual Catalog. I love the images, and what’s more, they are REALLY fun to color with Stampin’ Blends. … More September 2021 DIY: Hand-Penned Petals
I spent a marvelous afternoon a couple of weeks ago playing with Stampin’ Blends and the alcohol technique in Crystal’s Stampin’ Garage. It took a few tries to get the hang of it, but once we got over that bump we couldn’t stop. All you really need are Stampin’ Blends, vellum, a small paintbrush, and 91% rubbing alcohol. … More Stampin’ Blends and the Alcohol Technique
Oh, I do love black and white with a pop of color! My dear friend Robbie showed me this fun fold, and I thought it was perfect for our Host Pattern Party DSP and the Floral Squares. I confess I was also inspired by the black and white gingham ribbon in the current mini as well! … More Floral Squares and Fun Folds in Black and White
I guess you’re either a cat person or you’re not – and I am a cat person. When I saw Clever Cats in the mini catalog (available TODAY!) I put it at the top of my list. The set has a Halloween theme, but I had other plans. … More The World Needs More of You
In just a couple of days, Penguin Place – and a host of other new designs – will be available in the Online Store. I gave these little aquatic artists a tropical look. Who said penguins have to wear black? … More Penguin Place: August 2021 DIY Calendar
I grew up in California, and the state flower, the California Golden Poppy, is an evocative memory of home. This image in the Flowers of Friendship set reminded me of those beautiful golden fields. … More Flowers of Friendship: the Golden Poppy Version
I love to get birthday cards, but let’s face it: that’s once a year. I love to send them. Most of us get so little personal mail anymore, and I like to be a little bit of sunshine in someone’s mailbox. As a result, I make a LOT of birthday cards! … More You’re A Peach and Biggest Wish Birthday
Flowers of Friendship is a brand new stamp-and-punch bundle in the 2021-2022 Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog and it caught my eye the moment I turned the page. I knew it would be a great calendar. … More Flowers of Friendship: July 2021 DIY Calendar
Here’s one last peek at the Sassy Snailed It snails! It’s a snail parade, celebrating great accomplishments -I’ve die cut and colored this lineup with Stampin’ Blends. … More Sassy Snailed It Snails
Can I just go out on a limb and say you NEED the Color and Contour Bundle? The images and sentiments make gorgeous cards, and the dies – especially the layering scalloped rectangles – are indispensable. … More Color and Contour and Stampin Blends
The Maui Stamper 