Latest Post

How to create a beautiful scene with the Peaceful Pier set; a free project sheet & video tutorial

I shared a video tutorial on how to create this gorgeous scene last week.  

Save

I used the Peaceful Pier stamp set, inks and blending brushes.  

Save

I first stamped the dock and tree images using Black Memento ink. Then added a few more 'grass' images at the bottom. Next you add ink with Blending Brushes.  I used Lost Lagoon for the water, Granny Apple Green for the grass, Balmy Blue and Daffodil Delight for the sky. 

I did color the dock and trees with Blends markers. I did not need to mask anything. As long as you're adding ink lightly with the Blending Brushes you shouldn't need to.  

Save

After I was finished adding color I used the Textured Notes dies to cut my image into 2 pieces. Ad added the frame to a Black CS layer and added the center with Stampin' Dimensionals.  I love the dimension this gives to the card scene. 

Here is the free project sheet for this card: Click on the following link to download or print it. Download Peaceful Pier scenic card

Save

Below is the video tutorial on how to add ink smoothly with Blending Brushes.  I hope you watch it!

~~~

June Specials:

The Suite Sale is on! 

Buy one get 50% the second item – on all available suite products. 

Save

Shop here or see products below: 

~~~

Last Chance List has been updated!  see it all here. Don't miss out on the deals!

Save

~~~

Earn free card kits in June with online orders! Get 4 kits with a $50 order and orders over $80 receive all 6 cards. All you need are greetings, gems and adhesives to assemble. 

Order here 

Save

~~~

Get my Celebratory Sips PDF tutorial free with any online order in June!

Save

All Posts

• Holiday Catalog starts today! Check out this Love of Leaves card

  August 4, 2020

  ---

  It's August!  And the new 2020 August – December catalog (I'm calling it the 2020 Holiday catalog)

  is live! 

  Click here to see the catalog and here to shop. 

  Save

  
  

  I'm hosting my Holiday Catalog Open House Wednesday from 2-6:30 pm.  If you're local, stop in and pick up your catalog, browse the displays, check out the ordering specials and of course eat some yummy treats.

  I will share the displays in a video on my FB page this week!

  ~~~ 

  Here's a card I made for an online swap featuring the new Love of Leaves bundle seen here.  

  Save

  I got the idea from a card in the catalog but changed it up quite a bit.  I added a piece of the beautiful Gilded Autumn Specialty designer paper behind the die-cut leaf.  Can you see the stitching around the stitched Rectangle window?  These Stitched Leaves dies stitch on the outside and on the leaf itself!  They're amazing!  

  The colors here are Mint Macaron, Soft Suede & Cajun Craze.  I'll post the card I made with the die-cut leaf itself soon. 

  ~~~

  Bonus Days are here!

  Save

   

  Redeem your $5 coupons now!  

  ~~~

  Current Host code is QW7SUYVX

  Get a free package of new Iridescent Pearls in August with an online order over $55. 

  Order online here

  Save

   Get my Flowers for Every Season pdf tutorial free with all online order in August!

  Save

  
  

  It includes directions, photos and measurements for 12 cards!

  Leave a Reply Cancel reply

  Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  Comment *

  Name *

  Email *

  Website

  Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

• Life is Beautiful stamp set, cards tutorial &/or pre-cut cards kit! Reserve yours now!

  August 3, 2020

  ---

  The new Holiday catalog goes live tomorrow; August 4th!

  I'm super excited that in as of tomorrow my Life is Beautiful stamp set is available to order!  It's the set I helped design as a perk for achieving a Million Dollars in career sales with Stampin' Up!  It's item #154871 and it's just $17. 

  Save

  I've created many cards with this pretty, all seasons set. It's been a blast to work with. I've picked out 8 cards to include in a kit to go option and/or a tutorial. (details below)

  There are 3 options for you but the best deal is the pre-cut cards kit along with the stamp set and a share of Linen thread. The pdf tutorial for the 8 cards will also include extra card ideas too!  

  Here's a peek at them: 

  Save

  The full kit includes the following and costs $28 plus shipping:

  • the Life is Beautiful photopolymer stamp set
  • an 8 cards pre-cut kit including punched & die-cut pieces
  • a share of Linen thread
  • the pdf tutorial for the 8 cards shown plus more!

  You will need the following to complete your cards:

  • White embossing powder, heat tool, sponges, rhinestones, Dimensionals, adhesive, 
  • Assorted inks (you can easily substitute similar colors) – Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Early Espresso, Magenta Madness, Balmy Blue, Pacific Point, Daffodil Delight, Gorgeous Grape, Calypso Coral, Versmark, Just Jade, Real Red, Black 

  ** There is a glitch in the system on shipping these kit today; I hope to have it fixed soon. Try again in a few days!

  There are three options for you.  Click on each one to see them in my Shop:

  • Pre-cut cards kit including stamp set, tutorial & linen thread
  • Pre-cut cards kit only (no product)
  • Pdf tutorial only 

  The card kits and stamp sets will be mailed out at the end of August. 

  This kit is an additional kit from my monthly subscription kit I offer.  The other August cards kit will feature the Playful Patterns designer paper. The cards are adorable; bright and fun and great for many occasions. Details later this week!  

  ~~~

  Bonus Days are here!

  Save

   

  Redeem your $5 coupons now!  Don't forget!   

  ~~~

  Current Host code is QW7SUYVX

  Get a free package of new Iridescent Pearls in August with an online order over $55. 

  Order online here

  Save

   Get my Flowers for Every Season pdf tutorial free with all online order in August!

  Save

  
  

  It includes directions, photos and measurements for 12 cards!

  Leave a Reply Cancel reply

  Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  Comment *

  Name *

  Email *

  Website

  Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

• Playful Patterns; Cue the confetti!

  July 31, 2020

  ---

  I was playing around with the Playful Patterns designer paper and came up with this fun, colorful card. 

  Save

  Measurements:

  • Calypso Coral 5 1/2" X 8 1/2"
  • Playful Patterns DSP 3" square & 2" X 3"
  • Night of Navy 3 1/8" square & 2 1/8" X 3 1/8"
  • White scrap for Stitched Shape oval die-cut 

  Check out this colorful, patterned paper here.  I am featuring it in one of my August card kits to go.  I think it's perfect for summertime, birthdays, kids or any happy events. 

  Save

  I used lots of products in the Playing with Patterns suite on pages 100-102.  click on the highlighted words to see them in my store.

  Pattern Play stamp set, Playing with Patterns Resin Dots and Playing with Patterns Ribbon combo pack.  Many of these products will be included in my August kit to go.  I'll share the cards and details next week. 

  ~~~

  Bonus Days are here!

  Save

   

  For every $50 you spend in July you'll receive a $5 coupon to redeem in August!  

  ~~~

  Current Host code is QW7SUYVX

  Get a free 2020 card stock sampler with online orders over $60. 

  If you have trouble telling which color is which, this is what you need! 

  Order online here

  Save

   Get my Tasteful Touches pdf tutorial free with any online order in July

  Save

  
  

  It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

  Leave a Reply Cancel reply

  Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  Comment *

  Name *

  Email *

  Website

  Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.