Fa la la | Hello Bluebird

I had so much fun working on this project!  Isn’t the Hello Bluebird, Christmas is Coming set so cute? I managed to fit it all of the main images from that set.   I used the Gallery Frame Die #2, originally I did have the scallop border but decided to just use the outline on this

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My Umbrella | My Favorite Things

So, I’m still trying to do a massive catch up on my purchases, today I’m featuring the My Favorite Things – BB Rain or Shine.  First time inking up that sweet set, perfect for us in the pacific northwest.   I teamed it up with the retired Top Dog set and Farm Fresh Gingham 6×6.   Loving

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Fun Stampers Journey | Spellbinders

Have you heard the news?! Fun Stampers Journey and Spellbinders are coming together on November 1st 2018!  Check out the products HERE. Here are some fun facts: 1) Fun Stampers Journey stamps are made in the USA of deeply etched red rubber for a perfect impression every time. 2) Their thin metal dies are made of steel

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Oh, Happy Day | Reverse Confetti

How can it be Monday already?!  The weekend goes by so quickly and hard to believe that Halloween is this Wednesday. I have a fun card to share with you today: Love the Hey, Sugar set, it’s filled with delish images.  That’s where the donut and the sentiment are from.   The coffee cup is from

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hello friend | Graciellie Design

The weather has been pure northwest fall.  A bit dark, cold and drizzly.  It makes me want to stay indoors, have hot drinks and craft all day!  Today’s project features Graciellie Design’s Stay Cozy digital stamp set: I’m loving the rich color palette, perfect to warm up to on a chilly fall day!  The papers

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Pumpkin Spice | Polka Dot Orchard

Fall is my favorite season.  My Momma and I were just chatting about how much more vivid the colors are this year.  Fall themed projects are also one of my favorites.  I was super excited for Jessica Burnham and her Grand Opening of her new Etsy shop: Polka Dot Orchard! Here’s a project that combines

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You are Cherished | Picket Fence Studios

Thanks to my friends at Picket Fence Studios…I’m loving the You Are My Sunshine set!  Here’s how I was inspired: I stamped out and cut two sets of the images but knew I needed to start of with this sweet one!  The sentiment is from the Forever & Ever set. Can you spot the lavender

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Seize the Day | STAMPlorations

Back in the day, I use to make one layer cards all the time.  Today is the first time in a very long time.  With a bit of masking you can really make things pop. I managed to ink up the new STAMPlorations – Happy Zen Coffee Cups.  It’s part of their newest release and

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hello crafty friend | Paper Smooches

I’m in full Fall theme mode this week and paired up Echo Park Paper’s – Celebrate Autumn with Paper Smooches: I happily inked up Paper Smooches’ Courteous Cuties.  Aren’t they, well, cute?!  The sentiment is from I Heart Art.  Everything is nestled on a Scallop Frame. I was inspired by the Paper Smooches October Sketch

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Berry Best Belated Birthday | Lawn Fawn

  I love the look of ink blending on cards and for some reason don’t do it that much on my own designs.  I whipped up this card [actually it took me all morning].  The ink blending color combo was inspired by the awesome Samantha Mann. Yup it’s another belated Birthday card [sigh].    I

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Let’s Pretend it’s Still Your Birthday | MFT Stamps

  I’m not sure why so many cardmakers, like me,  are so late in sending birthday cards?!  I have a legit reason this time, all my cards are packed away so I started a fresh card for my stepson but didn’t have enough time to finish it last night before we had to leave for

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Essentials by Ellen SALE ends May 17th

  Did you see that Ellen Hutson LLC is having a 25% off sale on select Essentials by Ellen products?  I’ve curated a handful of projects for you to take a peek at.  At the bottom of the post are affiliate shopping links at no extra cost to you. Happy Shopping!

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Believe in the Magic | Caffeinated Christmas Card Challenge #5 – reminder

  We’re back with a reminder about the Caffeinated Christmas Card Challenge #5 theme of Flower.  Our sponsor is Pawsome Stamps.  For all the details about the challenge and the prize, please check out THIS post. Here’s how I was inspired: My card features the following products by Pawsome Stamps: Beary Christmas Hoppy Easter Coffee Besties Just Sentiments: Christmas My

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hi ya | Essentials by Ellen

  I’m a huge fan of sketch + color challenges.  They really inspire me and these days I need that for quick crafting.  Today’s card is filled with products by Ellen Hutson LLC – Essentials by Ellen: Painted Florals Casual Greetings A2 Piercing Plate Essential Circles Essential Circles for Stitching Modern Graphics Vol. 2 I’m

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I need coffee | Close to my Heart

  Did you know that the 2022 Spring Summer Coffee Lovers Blog Hop is going on right now?  It started on Friday HERE.  There’s still time to join in the fun, grab your favorite drink and hop along.  There is a ton of inspiration and prizes.  No link up this time so sit back and

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May Creative Hop + New Release | Reverse Confetti

Today is the day, it’s the Reverse Confetti 9th Birthday Release Day!  We’re celebrating with a hop.  The fun starts on the Reverse Confetti blog.  You should have arrived here from Brandi Mahon’s.  If not, you’ll want to start at the Reverse Confetti Blog so you don’t miss out on any of the fun!  

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Reverse Confetti May 2022 Birthday Release | Final Day

    It’s the final day of the Reverse Confetti Countdown to Confetti!  You’re going to LOVE all the new products for this month.  Please note that new product links will not be active until release day/time. We’re excited to announce a couple new teamies: April Joy We’re so happy to have the following designers for our

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Reverse Confetti May 2022 Birthday Release | Day Two

    It’s day two of the Reverse Confetti Countdown to Confetti!  You’re going to LOVE all the new products for this month.  Please note that new product links will not be active until release day/time. We’re excited to announce a couple new teamies: April Joy We’re so happy to have the following designers for our May

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Reverse Confetti May 2022 Birthday Release | Day One

  It’s day one of the Reverse Confetti Countdown to Confetti!  You’re going to LOVE all the new products for this month.  Please note that new product links will not be active until release day/time. We’re excited to announce a couple new teamies: April Joy We’re so happy to have the following designers for our May +

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