Shaker cards are so much fun to make and receive. They may look complicated, but really, they are pretty easy to make. In this video, I will show you how to make a one window shaker card. Below the video are the supplies I used and measurements. Ingredients: I made this card using the Party Animal Suite of products from…
What’s better than creating? Creating with other people!!! Join us for an Open Studio on Saturday, March 25 anytime between 9 am and 4 pm. Use any of my products for only $5. Have a few unmade Paper Pumpkin boxes – bring them! Have some Easter treats you want to make – bring them! Card stash a little low –…
Shaker Cards are so much fun to receive and now you’ll see that they are so much fun to make too. It’s like receiving an interactive toy in the mail. I made a video showing you how to make this two window shaker card and posted it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/IZ7YABkMBFM. These are the supplies I used for the two window shaker…
Here’s a really cool technique for using Framelits as stencils to watercolor with Aqua Painters and ink pads. I thought this technique and this card were a perfect match for this week’s Global Design Project Challenge #GDP075. The challenge was to create a project using the theme “Winged Creatures”. Here’s my finished card and step by step directions.Here are my steps: Tape…
Hi everyone! In the next few weeks, my Mail Something Pretty blog will be going under some construction. I will continue to make posts, so please be sure to check back often. I just wanted to let you know about the construction in case you see some things that may be out of sorts – it will just be temporary.…
Paper Pumpkin is the perfect way to jump into the world of papercrafting and get your creative “me-time” every month. All the stamps, ink, and paper you need to create a fun project, without any stress are delivered right to you. Everything is precut and ready to go so you can skip to the fun part of crafting! Each box includes…
I haven’t submitted anything to the Global Design Project in a while and thought this week’s challenge #GDP071 was a great one to get me back in the game. Take a peek at their website to really be inspired by Stampin’ Up! demonstrators (both design team members and people like me who enter their challenges) from across the globe: www.global-design-project.com This…
The new Watercolor Pencils are a hot hot HOT product and as of January 26th all stock on hand will be gone!!! On January 26th, they become UNORDERABLE, for a long time!! SO order them NOW: TODAY or TOMORROW, if you want them (they will be shipped to you after February 13). These pencils are the FANTASTIC!!! Link: #141709: Watercolor Pencils, $16 **Because of this…
Yesterday was a great way to celebrate my 10 year anniversary with Stampin’ Up! (today is the actual day). 13 people came to my house for my annual Catalog Launch & Sale-a-Bration party (unfortunately it was a day of obligations for many of you). They made 3 cards designed by me and one card from the Watercolor Wishes Card Kit. I had many samples of cards,…
I’m sure you’ve seen the Valentine candy, decorations and card displays in the stores already. I think they even went up on Dec. 26!!! Why buy them when you can make your own special gifts of love. I am hosting a Valentine Cards & Treats class on Thursday, January 26 at 10 am and Friday, January 27 at 10 am…
There’s so much excitement online about the new 2017 Occasions and Sale-a-Bration catalogs. What could be better? Seeing all the new products in person. I have many of the new products for you to see and play with. Be sure to RSVP for my upcoming Catalog & Sale-a-Bration Launch Party on Saturday, January 21 to save your spot! Each order…
Despite the rough start of unexpected technical difficulties with the Stampin’ Up! system, Sale-a-bration and the 2017 Occasions Catalog have officially launched! There are so many incredible new products in both these catalogs. Be sure to get your pen and sticky notes ready because your need-to-have list is going to be super long. Click here to see 2017 Occasions Catalog online.Click…
I’ve kept some things the same and added some new ones. Hope you like the 2017 lineup! Looking forward to a very creative year with you. January >Catalog Kickoff Party!!! Saturday, January 21, come anytime between 10 – 1pm, RSVP required, free event. Play with the new Catalog products and enjoy all the Sale-a-bration benefits. Bring some friends to see how…
I’m so very happy I joined Stampin’ Up! 10 years ago (during the incredible Sale-a-Bration). It’s such a big and important part of my life: creatively, socially and as an income. I’m so grateful for all the friends I have made locally and from around the world. All because I took a chance on this creative opportunity. I’m looking forward…
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah and Happy New Year to you all! My family and I had a wonderful Christmas that actually lasted 3 days. I have been enjoying sleeping in each morning during this holiday break, but am secretly looking forward to our routine beginning again on Tuesday. It’s been a little stressful around here getting the college applications completed.…
A Paper Pumpkin prepaid subscription is the perfect gift for all your crafty friends! Choose from 1, 3, 6, or 12 months and a fully designed project kit will arrive each month at their door with stamps, ink, and paper so they can skip to the fun part of crafting. Purchase a prepaid subscription today! Purchase here. I love receiving…
Beginning today, Stampin’ Up! has put select Holiday items on sale, up to 60% off. Need a gift for a crafter, or better yet, yourself? There are some great deals, so be sure to check out the list soon. Some items are while supplies last. Use hostess code MCY967H3. Click here to see what’s on sale!
In just a few hours, Online Extravaganza begins. A whole week of special savings from both the annual and holiday catalogs. So many sale items, they take up 4 pages! Click HERE to see the whole listing. Extra special Flash sales are on Monday, Nov. 21 and Monday, Nov. 28. As a thank you for shopping with me, I am…
Did you know that there are only 6 full weeks left until Christmas and Hanukah? Yikes!!!! I’ve looked at my calendar to see if I could fit in a little more for you to get your projects done, make cards & tags. I’m still available for private classes & hostess parties, just contact me to schedule a date. Christmas Cards (photos below)…
Tomorrow, November 10 at midnight is the deadline to subscribe or re-subscribe to Paper Pumpkin and receive the Special Edition – Holiday Box. The inside is a secret – but I’m told if you like the outside, you’ll LOVE the inside! I can’t wait to receive mine. Paper Pumpkin delivers a paper crafting project (cards, gift wrapping & home decor)…
