Hooray | Doodlebugswa

I’m back with another project for Doodlebugs… So if you haven’t figured it out, I’m smitten with the Mama Elephant Hammies. I used the following products from Doodlebugswa: These are the Distress Oxides I used: Doodlebugs offers $2 shipping for orders over $35 and FREE shipping over $65.

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Oh, hello | Pigment Craft Co

Affiliate links are used in this post at no extra cost to you. Happy Thursday, there is a new Inspired By…challenge! Every Thursday there will be a new inspiration photo and optional sketch! Here’s how I was inspired: I was inspired by the: I’m featuring these Pigment Craft Co products: I upcycled some packing paper

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Here for you | Doodlebugswa

I’m back with another project for Doodlebugs… This is when I tell you that the last time I really cross stitched was before my first baby was born. That was 28 years ago. I used the following products from Doodlebugswa: I’ll be the first one to tell you that I’m not a huge YT fan

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Friends | Woodblock Wednesday

some links are affiliate at no extra cost to you. Edited to add the winner: I used random.org to pick the winner: Yay Donna! I’ll be reaching out to you for your information. Please note the the next Woodblock Wednesday is: Hey All! I’m back with another edition of Woodblock Wednesday! Although there’s no official

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Hello Chickadee | Lawn Fawn

Are you a challenge-a-holic like me? It’s a great way to dig into your stash to design a project based on the theme. My card for today is a perfect example. I’m linking up to the Lawn Fawnatics – Create A Scene: City vs. Country. We moved last year to the country. We’re 60 miles

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Ramen | Trinity Stamps

I love a good pun and couldn’t resist the Trinity Stamps – So RAMENtic. This is going postal this week to my sister-in-law. I’m a bit tardy for her birthday so this card is perfect for her. Although the coordinating die set cuts the sentiments, I love that, I decided to heat emboss it in

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Hello Friend | Doodlebugswa

I’m back with another project for Doodlebugs… I love handbags + wallets and was inspired to design a tote bag! I used the following products from Doodlebugswa: The sentiment was stamped on vellum and heat embossed in black. I’m totally smitten with the Lawn Fawn Skinny Stripes stencil! Doodlebugs offers $2 shipping for orders over

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NEW Essentials by Ellen + Instagram Hop – Inspiration and Prizes!

YAY!  Today is the day, the NEW Essentials by Ellen Release is NOW AVAILABLE!  I’ve been having such a great time designing with this release and I’m excited to be a part of the Instagram Hop!  Join in the fun, inspiration and leave comments over on the participating designers IG Hop posts by April 24th at 11:59

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Essentials by Ellen Release Week – Final Reveal Day

I’m back today with another project featuring the new Ellen Hutson LLC Release that drops tomorrow – Friday, April 21st at 9 am pacific. Don’t forget about the Insta-hop, tons of inspiration that you don’t want to miss. Here’s how I was inspired for today: I’m featuring the new Essential by Ellen: This set is

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Hello Sweet Friend | Doodlebugswa

I’m back with another project for Doodlebugs… Yes, I’ve been smitten with hamsters lately! I used the following products from Doodlebugswa: I’m a total fruitatarian and loved combining those sweet hamsters with the strawberries! It coordinated perfectly with the hamster in the lower left corner. In case you were wondering, here are the copics I

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Hay There | Every Happiness

Simon Says Stamp has a NEW EVERY HAPPINESS Release! There are so many amazing products! I’m back with another card that features: I also added these Simon Says Stamp products: I also used Spellbinders ColorWheel Cardstock: I went traditional with these cows. My first card had peachy cows. In case you missed my earlier card:

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Party | Every Happiness

Simon Says Stamp has a NEW EVERY HAPPINESS Release! There are so many amazing products! Today I’m playing with: I also added these Simon Says Stamp products: I also used Spellbinders ColorWheel Cardstock: Peachy colored cows, yes, please! I’ll be back with more inspiration soon!

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Fill Your Cup | Brass & Bliss Craft Co

Hello and Happy Friday Eve! My project was inspired by the newest Inspired by Challenge: Summer I was inspired by the theme + colors. My card features the following Brass & Bliss Craft Co products: I always love a beachy theme, throw in a coffee and it’s even better! I can’t wait to see how

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Evergreen Wishes Instagram Hop | Brass & Bliss Craft Co

🎄✨ EVERGREEN WISHES INSTAGRAM HOP ✨🎄 It’s Christmas in July, and we’re celebrating the release of Brass & Bliss’ Evergreen Wishes collection with an amazing Instagram Hop! Get ready to deck your craft room with over 50+ brand-new products full of timeless designs and cozy holiday charm. Join us for festive inspiration and enter this

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Celebrate Big | Doodlebugswa

I’m back with another project for Doodlebugs… My card for today features: Nothing says festive like a cute gnome with his party hat on. Thanks for stopping by!

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Sending a Big Squeeze

I have so much to do today and what do I send several hours doing? I made a card, just for fun. I order the Hero Arts July My Monthly Super Hero as soon I received the instock notification. I’m all about all things citrus and well, everything in the July kit is amazing. Think:

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Sending Birthday Wishes | Hero Arts

Hello and Happy Friday Eve! My project was inspired by the newest Inspired by Challenge: Hydrangeas I was inspired by the theme + colors. My card features the following Hero Arts products: Hero Arts Inks: I used Distress Oxide Black Soot for the center of the blooms. The stenciling was done on ColorWheel Cardstock: The

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Life InDex Inspiration Hop

Welcome to the July My Pretty Things Life InDex Instagram Hop! Follow along for inspiration and a chance to win! Here’s what to do for your chance to win a $25 gift card: The winner will be announced on the My Pretty Things IG page on Monday, July 20, 2026. Want to see more inspiration

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Seeds of Joy | Doodlebugswa

I’m back with another project for Doodlebugs… My card for today features: If you’ve been following me for a bit, you know that I don’t have a green thumb. Thankfully my kids so. This is my kind of gardening. Thanks for stopping by!

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Crime Scene | Miss Ink Stamps

Any other Crime Show fans? I had to get these sets from Miss Ink Stamps – affiliate links used in this post. A big THANK YOU to my crafty friend Kari. I love her mini file folder designs and had to do my own version of it. She uses the old school Envelope Punch which

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