New Product share & video tutorial on how to create sky through aspen trees

January 5, 2026

Last week I shared a video highlighting the new products I pre-ordered from both the 2026 Spring catalog and the newest Online Exclusives. I also shared some swaps using new products including this one I made:

This was made with a new stamp set called Aspen Grove. You might know I have a love for tree and leaf stamp sets so this was a definite ‘yes’ on my list. I made over 20 of these for my swap! But I like making multiples of cards I love.

I chose Old Olive, Black and Balmy Blue as my colors here. I knew I wanted a blue sky between the tree limbs so I had to figure out a way to do that. Mmm…..

Here’s what I did: I stamped the three tree limbs on a post it not and fussy cut around and between them. I then stamped on my White card stock and placed the post it note over the stamped image. Now I can add Balmy Blue ink over it all. Tip: I did add a bit more adhesive on the post it note but the best thing would be to use a post it note that is sticky all over (found at the office stores).

After I added the blue sky with a blending brush I stamped the tree leaves repeatedly at the top using Old Olive ink, stamping in both 1st & 2nd generation inks (stamping off once).
The greeting is from a new stamp set called Prayers & Promises.

Here’s the free project sheet you can download or print. Click here.

As you can see below the images in this set are mostly tree limbs and leaves. It’s what I like to call a ‘builder’ set where you can create your own scenes.

Did you spy the new embossing folder called Lovely Stripes? I placed it in the folder on the angle to add more interest. This folder and the stamp set will be available starting tomorrow – Tuesday, January 6th! Click here to shop.

Below is the video tutorial for this card and the new product shares too. I hope you watch! Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel here.

Bonus days are here!

Get this free PDF with all online orders in January!

The 2026 Spring Catalog is live!

January’s Product of the Month
Fabulous Sayings set
Get it for $5 with any $75 purchase

Check out the newest Kits in our Kit Collection here.

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The new catalog is here! We can order after Noon MT today!!!

June 3, 2020
Crafters are always ready for new products, right? Even if you think you there will always be more that you 'need'! It's not hoarding or collecting if you actually use it, right?

Hopefully you have your new catalog now. If you do not have a local demonstrator let me know if you'd like one; they cost just $5 for shipping to you. You can see all of the new products here online.

Here's a card I made using all 5 of the beautiful new 2020-22 In Colors:

The card base is Misty Moonlight and the three 1 1/4" strips are Just Jade, Magenta Madness and Cinnamon Cider. I added the greeting die-cuts in White and Bumble Bee. These pretty die-cuts are from the Tasteful Labels dies on page 179; they're awesome and one of my favorites I've used a ton.

For my long distance customers I'm holding a Virtual New Catalog Party Wednesday evening from 6-9 here on Facebook.  I'm so excited about this; it's the first time I've held one!

I'll have videos, both live and recorded, fun & games, ordering specials, door prizes & more.

I'm also offering my exclusive In Color bundle to everyone; both local & long distance!   If you like having the new In Color products and getting it all right away, you'll love this special deal!

This offer is only available through Friday!

My In Color Bundle includes the following products plus a 5 pack of Stampin' Write markers added on FREE!!!
- 5 new In Color ink pads
- 1 pack of asst. 8 ½ X 11” In Color card stock (20 sheets)
- 5 In Color Classic ink refills unavailable for now in quantities; you can get one of each color in a single order
- full pack of 6 X 6” In Color Designer Paper (40 sheets)
- Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards & envelopes
- 1/2 pkg. In Color Enamel Dots
- FREE In Color Stampin' Write Markers & bookmark!
How do you get it?
- Long distance customers can order theirs here through Friday. Mail out price is $92 with tax and Priority Shipping from me.
- Local price is $70.75 before tax & shipping. Contact me to order by Friday!
Plus; everyone has the option of adding on the 4 new Blends In color combo packs (in every color above except Bumble Bee) with FREE tax & shipping! See that option here.

*These bundles should be ready mid June, barring any back-orders or inventory issues.

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June Specials

The new catalog starts today!!!!

Get my Lovely You pdf tutorial free with any online order in June

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55.

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Exclusive In Color Bundle special offer through Friday only!

June 2, 2020
I'm so excited! Today is my annual New Catalog Launch Party from 2-6 pm and I am giving out the new catalogs!!!. My local customers are invited to stop by and browse the new products and project boards. Our state is allowing gatherings now but I know some people aren't quite ready yet so they can drop in from 4-6 pm and pick up their catalog.

For my long distance customers I'm holding a Virtual New Catalog Party Wednesday evening from 6-9 here on Facebook. I'm so excited about this; it's the first time I've held one!

I'll have videos, both live and recorded, fun & games, ordering specials, door prizes & more.

I'm also offering my exclusive In Color bundle to everyone; both local & long distance!

If you like having the new In Color products and getting it all right away, you'll love this special deal!

This offer is only available through Friday!

My In Color Bundle includes the following products plus a 5 pack of Stampin' Write markers added on FREE!!!
- 5 new In Color ink pads
- 1 pack of asst. 8 ½ X 11” In Color card stock (20 sheets)
- 5 In Color Classic ink refills unavailable for now in quantities; you can get one of each color in a single order
- full pack of 6 X 6” In Color Designer Paper (40 sheets)
- Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards & envelopes
- 1/2 pkg. In Color Enamel Dots
- FREE In Color Stampin' Write Markers & bookmark!
How do you get it?
- Long distance customers can order theirs here through Friday. Mail out price is $92 with tax and Priority Shipping from me.
- Local price is $70.75 before tax & shipping. Contact me to order by Friday!
Plus; everyone has the option of adding on the 4 new Blends In color combo packs (in every color above except Bumble Bee) with FREE tax & shipping! See that option here.

*These bundles should be ready mid June, barring any back-orders or inventory issues.

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June Specials

Today is the last day to get any of the Last Chance items!

Get my new Lovely You tutorial' free with any online order in June.

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55.

Order online here
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Quick Framed Panel card; three ways!

June 1, 2020
For last week's Stamp with Me Facebook Live I chose to make framed panel cards. There are likely many ways to frame a stamped panel but I chose to highlight three of them – Stamped, Textured and Designer Paper. Look!

On these first two cards I stamped leaves on card stock using White Craft ink. The colors above are the new 2020-22 In Colors in Just Jade and Misty Moonlight. I used the Layered with Kindness (retiring!; see it here) and the brand new Forever Fern stamp sets. The punch is Label Me Fancy seen here.

Just look at the detail on the Distinktive images here on the Forever Fern stamp set. I'm in the middle of creating a new Wonder template for 8 quick, beautiful cards using this stamp set. I cannot wait to share it with you!

I do not have the new Misty Moonlight ink yet so I used Night of Navy, stamped off once. It's close!

Measurements:
- Card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
- long pieces are 1" X 4 1/4"
- short pieces are 1" X 3"
- stamped panel is 1 3/4" X 3"
- Navy layer is 1 7/8" X 3 1/8"
This next card is the new Cinnamon Cider with Bermuda Bay. I also used the new Forever Fern stamp set here. The butterflies are from Butterfly Wishes set.

The next card is Seaside Spray with Night of Navy and features the Layered with Kindness and Butterfly Wishes. which coordinated with our Butterfly Duet punch. The Ornate Floral embossing folder is new and in the upcoming Annual catalog but it's available now.

Lastly is one made with Garden Lane designer series paper (on sale right now) in Garden Green & Mint Macaron.

Each week I share the measurements for our Monday stamp sessions a day or two early. Everyone preps their card supplies and create right along with me on my Facebook Page. They're loving my quick & simple cards; we make 3 each week on Monday nights at 7:30 pm CT. You can see the cards we're making tonight!  Join us here!

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June Specials

Tomorrow is the last day to get any of the Last Chance items!

Get my Lovely You pdf tutorial free with any online order in June

It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55.

Order online here
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