In our Hearts | Newton’s Nook

Earlier this year I purchased a handful of sets from Newton’s Nook that were more pet sympathy related. I have thoroughly inspired by the fabulous Samantha Mann and THIS card of hers. These are the Newton’s Nook products I used: I used a square die from my stash to design a ‘photo slide’ type frame.

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Honk | Doodlebugswa

I’m back with another project for Doodlebugs… My card for today features: This is the card that I designed for the hubby’s birthday last week. He appreciates puns as much as I do. I had red velvet cake on my mind. Thanks for stopping by!

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Sending you Sunshine | Pretty Pink Posh

Hello and Happy Friday Eve! My project was inspired by the newest Inspired by Challenge: Spring Brights I was inspired by the theme and colors. My card features the following Pretty Pink Posh products: The sentiment was stamped with Concord & 9th – Sorbet ink. The cardstock I used: I can’t wait to see how

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Hi | My Pretty Things

Thanks to Erin of My Pretty Things for sending me a couple of her stamp + die sets! Here is how I was inspired today: Today I’m featuring: These sets work so well with each other! The images have been stamped in Lawn Fawn’s Crunchy Leaf on watercolor paper and colored with Zig Clean Color

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Happy Birthday | Doodlebugswa

I’m back with another project for Doodlebugs… My card for today features: Who can resist a big gorgeous bloom? I designed it in some of my favorite colors. Thanks for stopping by!

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Just Saying Hello | Mama Elephant Monday

I went to a fun coffee & crafting event with a friend of mine that is a knitter. I was the only non-knitter at a table of 7. Everyone was super nice and friendly. At the entire event, I think I was the only stamper but this is when I tell you that I only

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2026 International Women’s Day IG Hop

Happy International Women’s Day! The Coffee Loving Papercrafters are celebrating with an IG Hop! Please note that this hop takes place over on instagram. This coordinating blog post will have the direct links to each project. International Women’s Day is a holiday celebrated annually as a focal point in the women’s rights movement. International Women’s

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Hi Friend | Concord & 9th

Hello and Happy Friday Eve! My project was inspired by the newest Inspired by Challenge: Spring Blooms I was inspired by the theme and colors. My card features the following Concord & 9th products: There’s lots of texture on this one! I combined these Concord & 9th cardstock colors: I can’t wait to see how

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★★Rock Star Commenters★★

Hello! I hope that you’ve had a chance to check out the special Pinterest Board for the Holiday Coffee Lovers Blog Hop I feel so fortunate to be a part of this awesome crafting community!   Check out these 24  25 wonderful people that took the time to comment on all of the links for

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A Jillian Vance Design: anchor

I’m up on the A Jillian Vance Design Blog today!  I’d love for you to pop over there to check out my non-holiday card.   Here’s a sneak peek at which stamp set I used Simply Said:  Anchor

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happy winter

I had a friendly challenge with some bloggie friends…we altered some hinged tins.  I totally forgot to take all the photos, Vicki was so sweet to give me hers and I’ll be sharing that this week.  Here’s mine: All the paper is from the Chickaniddy Crafts Collection, Jolly Good.  The enamel dots are MME/Freckled Fawn.

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neat & tangled: gift tag

    Hello and Happy Tuesday!   The other day I was up on the Neat & Tangled blog and I wanted to share that project over here.   This time of year can be super hectic & chaotic.    We all need to remember to   Stop & Slow Down   cardstock:  recollections  stamps:  neat

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Curtain Call Candy Cane: happy holidays

        It’s time for a new Curtain Call Inspiration Challenge!   Candy Cane     photo source: atthepicketfence.com We have a new sponsor, Avery Elle, for the Curtain Call Inspiration: Candy Cane!  A randomly selected participant in the Candy Cane challenge will receive a $20 Avery Elle gift certificate, while the LEAD will be invited as a Guest Designer in a

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baby, it’s cold outside

    coffee hangover anyone?   The response to the Holiday Coffee Lovers Blog Hop was simply amazing.  I’m still recovering from all of the awesome inspiration!    Lucky for you though, there are TONS of blogs that are offering up giveaways and delish recipes!  Remember to comment before tonight at 11:59 pm pacific to

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Holiday Coffee Lovers Blog Hop: Winners of Super Sponsor Prizes!

Hello Coffee (& other hot holiday beverage) Fans! The official linky for the Holiday Coffee Lovers Blog Hop is now closed.  That means, if you linked up, you name went into the hat for the Sponsored Prizes (random.org).   The fun hasn’t ended though!  You have until Sunday, December 14th @ 11:59 pm pacific to

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Holiday Coffee Lovers Blog Hop: warm winter wishes

Looking for the Holiday Coffee Lovers Inlinkz post…click HERE. Have you seen the original post for the Holiday Coffee Lovers Blog Hop?! Oh my, did you see the listing of the Sponsors? 17Turtles Veronica Zalis Chris Franco Add a Little Dazzle  Butterfly Reflections Ink Color Cast Designs Create a Smile Hero Arts Kraftin’ Kimmie Kreative

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neat & tangled: stop & relax

Hello! Today I’m up on the Neat & Tangled blog! Do you want a peek at my supplies for today’s project? Stop and Go and Falling Flakes I’d love for you to pop on over to Neat & Tangled to see my project!

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Whisker Graphics: hello there

Today’s my Whisker Graphics day! I’m such a fan of the Whisker Graphics Middy Bitty Bags!  They make gift giving so easy! This first gift uses a red Horizontal Stripe Middy Bitty Bag.  I customized the fit by carefully taking the bag apart using a bone folder to ease up the seams. bag:  whisker graphics

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